Title
Approval of an Ordinance Amending Olympia Municipal Code Chapter 13.08 - Sewers
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve on second reading an Ordinance amending Olympia Municipal Code Chapter 13.08 - Sewers.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve the proposed revisions to the wastewater regulations.
Staff Contact:
Diane Utter, Water Resources Engineer, Public Works/Water Resources, 360.753.8562
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar Item.
Background and Analysis:
Background and analysis have not changed from first to second reading.
Wastewater staff sometimes become aware of ways the current regulations in the Olympia Municipal Code are not serving our customers in a fair and effective way. The proposed regulation changes affect a number of subjects, as summarized in the table on the attached document.
The changes are of a clarifying nature. They are not substantial enough to require input from committees or a public hearing.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
These regulations changes affect the community at large.
Options:
1. Approve on second reading an Ordinance amending Olympia Municipal Code Chapter 13.08 - Sewers. The effect of this option is the code is revised and increases in clarity. Also, a hardship status policy is created for low-income customers who meet certain criteria.
2. Direct staff to modify the regulation revisions. The effect of this option is that additional changes can be made to the proposed revisions before they are presented for approval. This will allow for Council input on the changes.
3. Do not approve the regulation revisions. The effect of this option is the code is not revised. Some portions of the code may continue to produce confusion in staff and customers. The proposed hardship status policy would not be created.
Financial Impact:
This action does not impact City revenue or spending. Some of the regulations increase customer payments; others decrease them. Some do not have a financial impact.
Attachments:
Ordinance
Summary Table