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Water Rate Increase Effective 6-2012
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Hays County Water Control and Improvement Districts No. 1 and No.2 Announces Water Rate Increase Effective June 2012
Hays County Water Control and Improvement Districts No. 1 and No. 2 (the “Districts”) put a priority on providing the best water and wastewater services possible. The costs of securing an adequate sustainable water supply and the need to maintain our current facilities to State standards may require periodic rate increases. The Districts have determined that a rate increase is needed to ensure that the Districts are meeting the financial obligations for ongoing general operations, debt service costs, capital improvements, and to ensure an adequate water supply.
Several key factors impact rates for all customers. One is the need for ongoing rehabilitation projects to ensure our systems meet State standards and regulatory compliance. Another factor is assuring that we have adequate access to water in the event of another dry year.
Due to the recent extreme drought the Districts must find ways to encourage water conservation and efficient water use.
The Districts have approved an inverted block water rate structure which is the most widely accepted effective water conservation rate structure. The Inverted block rate structure means that the more water you use the more you pay.
The Districts have conducted a comprehensive rate review which has resulted in a scheduled rate adjustment to be effective beginning with the June billing. Please see below:
CURRENT RATE
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Volumetric Water Rate 2001 – 10000 gallons
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3.30
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Volumetric Water Rate 10001 – 20000 gallons
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3.63
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Volumetric Water Rate 20001 – 30000 gallons
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3.96
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Volumetric Water Rate 30001 – 40000 gallons
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4.62
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Volumetric Water Rate 40001 +
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6.00
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NEW RATE
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Volumetric Water Rate 2001 – 10000 gallons
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3.30
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Volumetric Water Rate 10001 – 15000 gallons
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3.63
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Volumetric Water Rate 15001 – 20000 gallons
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3.96
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Volumetric Water Rate 20001 – 25000 gallons
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4.62
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Volumetric Water Rate 25001 – 30000 gallons
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5.28
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Volumetric Water Rate 30001 – 40000 gallons
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5.94
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Volumetric Water Rate 40001 +
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6.60
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 May 2012 17:34 )
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NEW PROJECTS
Trail Extension and Mesa Verde Park
Congratulations Belterra Residents!
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission awarded National Trails Grant funds in the amount of $190,000.00 to Hays County WCID No. 2 for the greenbelt trail extension project and park located at Mesa Verde!
Construction on these projects are scheduled to begin mid May 2012 with a completion date of late September 2012.
Draft Open Space Park Plan
The Views New Park
Construction of a new park located in The Views section will begin construction mid May 2012 with a completion date of July 2012.
The park will include a new play scape for the children and several seating areas for the adults.
Stay tuned for more information. |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 27 March 2012 13:23 )
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Mandatory Watering Schedule
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Belterra has lifted the water restrictions from once a week to allow for watering twice a week.
As you probably are aware, we are still in a pretty serious drought despite the recent rainfall and it will take a lot more rain to fill our lakes.
WATERING SCHEDULE
Belterra (HAYS1 & HAYS2)
The watering schedule for Belterra is as follows:
- Residential, odd-numbered addresses: Wednesdays and Saturdays
- Residential, even-numbered addresses: Thursdays and Sundays
- Commercial customers: Tuesdays and Fridays
- Watering hours: Midnight to 10 am and 7 pm to Midnight
Irrigation of landscaped areas with hose-end sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems is limited. This schedule does not apply to hand-held hose watering or irrigation that utilizes and alternate water supply such as reclaimed water or rainwater.
Violation of the above schedule could result in a minimum $200 charge on your monthly water bill. To help prevent fines,field employees may leave informational materials on the doors of homes where they spot leaks, improper watering and other water-wasting activities.
While the watering schedule and other water-saving measures are extremely valuable during the current drought conditions, these measures are beneficial regardless of how much (or little) rain our region receives. Long-term, these conservation measures will save you money on your water utility bills and they help manage the region’s water resources to meet long-term needs. The District appreciate your support in following these measures.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 24 April 2012 18:35 )
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Water Bill Payment Options
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There are now 5 ways to pay your water bill. Please see the descriptions, fees and additional information below. Be sure to use the correct mailing address (PO Box 4944, Houston, TX 77210-4944) as well as your complete 15 digit account number to ensure proper processing and handling of your payment.
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| Electronic Check* |
$0.00 |
Done thru your banks bill pay system. Include your full 15 digit account number and a remittance address of: PO Box 4944, Houston, TX 77210-4944 when setting this up for payment. |
| ACH |
$1.00 |
Non-bank online bill payment services |
| Western Union |
$1.25 |
Can be done at local grocery stores or other retailers |
| Check by Phone |
$3.95 |
Call 713-881-0675 or 877-855-4846 M-F, 8:30 – 4:30 NOT AVAILABLE ON BANK HOLIDAYS |
| Credit Card |
5% of transaction |
www.sts.paymyutilitybill.com MasterCard or Discover ONLY |
*This option should now process within 3 business days. If your bank shows processing in excess of 3 days, please make sure you are using the correct remittance address of: PO Box 4944, Houston, TX 77210-4944 |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 27 March 2012 11:21 )
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Texas Disposal Systems New Solid Waste and Single Stream Recycling Information
UPDATE ON SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING
The solid waste transition is now complete. A reminder that TDS picks up recycling every other week, please refer to the schedule that was located on your recycle bin for the dates.
- TDS will pick up weekly on the same day as trash 2 additional 30 gallon bags or bundles of brush
- You may also contact TDS at 512-421-1300 for a special large item pick up once per year.
- If additional recycle carts are needed please contact TDS the price is $6.50 they will bill you direct for theses carts.
- If you have shredded paper for recycling this can be dropped off at the Rooster Spring Elementary School bin located at the front of the school, just make sure that it is bagged.
For more information on TDS please visit their website at www.texasdisposal.com/recycling or 800-375-8375
New Solid Waste Flyer |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 May 2012 17:50 )
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