RYE,, COLORADO
A concerned citizen's fixed sewer usage rate bill for 2023 has the Town of Rye Board of Directors examining policies pertaining to sewer usage adjustments. The resident stated that due to a water leak that has gone unrepaired since 2022, his water usage rate has been higher than normal and, subsequently, drove the 2023 sewer usage rate up. He requested that the board consider adjusting his 2023 fixed sewer usage rate.
Mayor Marty Rahl stated that allowing an adjustment for this type of issue will set a precedent for the Town of Rye, adding that there are no current policies pertaining to sewer usage adjustments. The board will take the resident’s concerns under the advisement of the Town attorney.
Rahl stated that due to low moisture received this winter she is concerned about the raw water resources from Greenhorn Creek during 2023 for the Town of Rye.
The board discussed the possibility of a water emergency resulting in not having enough water to provide to all residents as well as the District 70 Schools. The board will ask the Town’s attorney about determining if water and sewer account holders within the proper boundaries of Rye can have precedence to treated water over account holders who reside outside of the boundaries of the town.
Rahl stated that she will send a letter to District 70 informing them of the emergency water possibilities for the 2023 school year and advise them of the serious impact this could have if there is no raw water to treat at the water treatment plant.
Mower advised the board that the annual Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CIRSA) audit was deferred to 2024 by CIRSA due to the high score received in 2022.
Jay Williamson with CIRSA inspected the Town Hall and water treatment plant on February 7. He, reportedly, did not indicate any immediate problems and his recommendation letter will be provided for the board for review when received.
The board reviewed a quote from Gonzales Electric for electrical repairs needed at the Rye Triangle. A motion was approved that Gonzales Electric’s quote for the Rye Triangle work be accepted, with the condition that all labor is included in the quote.
Mayor Rahl stated the Town of Rye has been nominated to receive a Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Assistance Grant for the water treatment plant. This grant will help to cover the matching funds needed for the Department of Local Affairs grant that was approved for the Granular Activated Carbon Project.
The board reviewed the insurance claim for the Town Hall roof replacement and will request quotes for repair from various ontractors.