Water System Rate Study Quote

The City of Gearhart is requesting quotes from qualified consultants to conduct a comprehensive water rate study. The goal of the study is to independently assess and evaluate the City’s existing water delivery cost structure and provide a new 10-year plan with rates and guidelines. The broad objective of the study is to adequately fund water utility operations and infrastructure costs and promote conservation, while minimizing rates to the greatest degree possible. The study will include evaluating the current water rate structure and comparing it to benchmarks in the industry, as well as neighboring communities.

The study will be based on a comprehensive review of the City of Gearhart’s water funds and budgets, customer rates, current usage data, future planned growth of the City pursuant to the Comprehensive Plan, Water Master Plan, Seismic Resiliency and Mitigation Plan, and any other information deemed necessary.

Quotes due by November 21, 2022