Course Description: 
Having a clear and effective utility rate bylaw is a critical requirement for municipalities in charge of a utility.  Learn about utility rate legislation, regulations and methodology, utility rate bylaw, and utility rate math (utility rate modelling – capital planning and utility rates).

In today’s turbulent environment, municipalities are increasingly challenged with meeting budget shortfalls – adding tools to the revenue basket is an important part of long-term financial sustainability.  Learn about franchise fee basics, using franchise fees as a revenue tool, and effective communication explaining the rationale for these fees.

Learning Outcomes:

• Learn the fundamentals of utilities service delivery, and how utilities work in the municipal environment.
• How to improve your utility rate bylaw and ensure it covers the necessary requirements.
• Learn the fundamental methodology and calculations involved in the development of the utility rate – examples and templates provided.
• Learn the fundamentals associated with municipal franchise fees – the basic theory and process requirements for review, implementation, and maintenance of municipal franchise fees.
• How franchise fees can be used to diversify the municipal revenue base.
• How effective communication explaining the rationale for these fees is an important consideration.

Who Should Attend?

A unique professional development experience that has benefit for all municipal staff, including small, medium and large municipalities!

The webinar focus is on the professional development needs of any municipal financial professional and senior executive.

Currently available ON DEMAND

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