A presentation was made to Council on the Water Rate Study prepared by Gerry Isenor Consulting Ltd and Blaine Ruddy Consulting Ltd.
Points made during the presentation were:
• NS Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) require a balanced budget (no profit)
•The Town charges a Hydrant Rental fee to the property owner, who (Town) then pays the Water Utility for Fire Protection
• The study projected expenses for the Water Utility over the next 3 years using 3% inflation, with the exception of Nova Scotia Power where rates are known
• Assumed $600,000 annual capital investment and current debt figures
• New rates will run between $165-$178 per quarter, which are slightly above provincial average
• All other municipalities in the province are undergoing water rate studies
pdf View the Pictou Water Rate Study here (442 KB) .
Notice of Public Hearing Water Utility
- Published: Wednesday, 03 January 2024 16:10
The Town of Pictou, on behalf of its WATER UTILITY has applied for approval of amendments to its Schedule of Rates and Charges for Water and Water Services and amendments to its Schedule of Rules and Regulations. The Hearing will take place on Wednesday, April 10 10:30 am in Council Chambers 71 Front St Pictou. Board Hearings are open to the public and you may participate as follows:
You may speak at the hearing. You must notify the Board by Wednesday, April 3.
You may make written comments by sending a letter to the Clerk of the Board at PO Box 1692, Unit "M", Halifax NS B3J 3S3 or by email at board@novascotia.ca or by fax at (902) 424-3919 by April 3.
