Parker "Conservation Pricing"

New Rates effective January 1, 2005 Parker Water's rates are in the mid-range for water providers in the metro-Denver region. Parker uses "conservation pricing" to encourage low water use. Under the system, customers are charged a higher rate for water usage above certain levels. The pricing structure has helped Parker Water reduce water use by 39 percent in recent years. PWSD also collects a $5.00/month "Storm Water" fee on behalf of the Town of Parker. New Rates - Effective January 1, 2005     According To Meter Size Meter Size    3/4"    1"    1-1/2"    2"    3"    4" Number of SFE's    1    2    4    8    16    29     According To Meter Size Water Service Fee         $22.03     $44.06    $88.12    $176.24    $352.48    $638.87 Usage Fee    Per 1,000 Gallons $1.96/1,000 Gal up to    20,000    40,000    80,000    160,000    320,000     580,000 $3.99/1,000 Gal next    10,000    20,000     40,000      80,000    160,000     290,000 $6.27/1,000 Gal over    30,000    60,000    120,000    240,000    480,000    870,000