TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: A. Jerome Fletcher II, ICMA-CM, MPA, City Manager
TITLE: Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Final Revisions to the Solid Waste District Methodology Study Completed by Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.
Recommended Action
Option 1: Approve the Solid Waste District Methodology Study completed by Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.
City Commission Options
Option 1: Approve the Solid Waste District Methodology Study completed by Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.
* Pros: Supports a pay-as-you-go approach for long term Solid Waste District needs by identifying revenue strategies to support ongoing operations and future capital projects, including the Solid Waste Transfer Station.
* Cons: May result in higher near-term costs for the District as revenues are adjusted to better align with current service levels and future capital needs.
Option 2: Deny the Solid Waste District Methodology Study completed by Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.
* Pros: Avoids near term changes to Solid Waste Districts rates, reducing immediate financial impacts on residents and businesses.
* Cons: Limits the District's ability to plan for and fund long term operational and capital needs, increasing the potential for deferred infrastructure investment, service constraints, or higher costs in the future.
Background Information
Based on current and anticipated growth and market conditions, the Department of Public Works identified the need to update the Solid Waste District's rate methodology. To support this effort, Public Works engaged Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. (Stantec) to refine the methodology, allocations, revenue sufficiency, rate structure, and long term financial projections for Solid Waste District collection fees.
The study evaluates multiple factors including population growth, operating expenses, and service demands. It includes a comprehensive Cost of Service (COS) Analysis and Revenue and ...
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