An Act authorizing reserved capacity billing in the town of Norfolk
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill authorizes the town of Norfolk to implement a system called ‘reserved capacity billing.’ This system would allow the town to charge residents for the amount of water they use beyond a certain baseline, aiming to manage water demand and potentially address water shortages. The bill was approved by the House and Senate and is now law.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the town of Norfolk to implement reserved capacity billing.
- Allows Norfolk to charge residents for water usage exceeding a predetermined amount.
- Intended to manage water demand and address potential shortages.
- Requires the town to establish and administer the billing system.
Who is affected
- Residents of Norfolk
- The town of Norfolk government
- Water users in Norfolk
Notable changes
- Introduces a new water billing mechanism in Norfolk.
- Potentially shifts water cost from a flat rate to a usage-based system.
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