(A) Unless the context specifically indicates otherwise, the meaning of terms used in this chapter shall be set out in this section.
(B) The definitions contained in § 51.001, as amended, shall apply to this subchapter.
(C) Types of charges:
WATER USER CHARGE. The charge for a one-month period levied on all users of the Combined waterworks and sewerage system for water service. The user charge shall be computed as outlined in § 51.171 of this subchapter.
WASTEWATER USER CHARGE. The charge for a one-month period levied on all users of the Wastewater Facilities. The user charge shall be computed as outlined in § 51.172 of this subchapter and shall consist of the total of the basic user charge and a surcharge, if applicable.
USER CHARGE. A charge levied on users of treatment works for the cost of operation, maintenance, and replacement cost.
BASIC USER CHARGE. The basic assessment levied on all users of the public water and sewer treatment works.
SURCHARGE. The assessments in addition to the basic wastewater user charge which is levied on those persons whose wastes, are greater in strength than the concentration values established in § 51.172 of this subchapter.
REPLACEMENT. Expenditures for obtaining and installing equipment, accessories, or appurtenances which are necessary during the service life of the treatment works to maintain the capacity and performance for which such works were designed and constructed. The term “operation and maintenance” includes replacement.
USEFUL LIFE. The estimated period during which the collection system and/or treatment works will be operated and shall be 30 years from the date of start-up of any wastewater facilities constructed with a state or federal grant.
SEWERAGE FUND. The principal accounting designation for all revenues received in the operation of the sewerage system.
(Ord. 651, passed 8-21-95)