Agenda Date: 05/12/2026
Subject:
Title
Utility Rate Study Results - Part I
Body
From:
James L. Becklenberg, City Manager
Prepared by:
Ryan Germeroth, Deputy Public Works Director
Presentations:
Brent Soderlin, Director of Public Works & Utilities
Laurie Matta, Director of Finance
Ryan Germeroth, Deputy Public Works Director
Todd Cristiano, Vice President Raftelis
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this item is to provide Council with an overview of the draft financial plan and proposed revenue increases for the Utility Rate Study. The content will cover the projected costs of both the sanitary sewer and stormwater utility capital and maintenance plans. Public engagement and the timeline for the review and future rate approval will also be discussed.
LONG-TERM OUTCOME(S) SERVED:
Sustainable Community with Natural Beauty; Safe Community; High-Quality Governance
DISCUSSION:
Littleton is planning for the future with a comprehensive study to update sewer and stormwater rates. These updates are essential to funding critical repairs and maintaining the infrastructure that protects Littleton homes and businesses, public health, and the South Platte River. While our 129 miles of sanitary sewer, 53 miles of storm drains, and 30 miles of drainage ways operate 24/7, many parts of the systems are aging. Proactive upgrades will prevent service disruptions and public safety concerns by providing resilience through fiscal responsibility.
Sewer and stormwater bills directly fund essential infrastructure improvements and proactive maintenance. Over the next 10 years, the City plans to repair or replace 24 miles of sanitary sewer, work with partners to modernize the South Platte Renew wastewater treatment facility to meet federal environmental requirements and replace 15 miles of storm drains. By addressing these needs now, Littleton avoids the significantly higher costs and public safety risks associated with emergency repairs like those on Jackass Hill Road or Broadway and Lee G...
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