HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-028 - Res. Amending Res. 2025-044 Adopting the Water Leak Credit Policy RESOLUTION NO. 2026- Oa
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION 2025-044 ADOPTING THE MASON
COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS UTILITIES AND WASTE MANAGEMENT WATER
LEAK CREDIT POLICY
WHEREAS,the Board of Mason County Commissioners adopted the Mason County Public
Works Utilities and Waste Management Water Leak Credit Policy by Resolution No. 2025-044
on June 24, 2025; and
WHEREAS,the Board desires to amend Section 13.34.040, Calculation of Water Leak Credit,
to revise the administrative review and approval process for water leak credits; and
WHEREAS,the Board desires to amend Section 13.34.040 of the Water Leak Credit Policy
regarding the calculation and approval of water leak credits; and
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,by the Board of County Commissioners of Mason
County, Washington,that Resolution No. 2025-044 is hereby amended as set forth in Exhibit A
attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all other provisions of the Water Leak Credit Policy
adopted by Resolution No. 2025-044 shall remain in full force and effect.
ADOPTED this 23`d day of June 2026.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST: MASON COUNTY,WASHINGTON
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EXHIBIT A
Chapter 13.34 -WATER LEAK CREDIT POLICY
Adopted by Resolution No.2025-044,Exh,A, 6-24-2025
Amended by Resolution 2026-fig,Exh. A,
Effective: (I1( e 2MU
13.34.010 -Purpose.
This policy establishes guidelines for offering water leak credits to residential and commercial
customers within Mason County Public Works Utilities and Waste Management service areas.
The policy provides a process for granting credits to customers who experience significant water
leaks that result in unusually high-water consumption, ensuring fair treatment while maintaining
accountability for water usage.
13.34.020 -Eligibility for Water Leak Credits:
1. A water leak credit will be granted when a customer experiences a significant water leak
beyond their control, leading to a substantial increase in water consumption.
2. To qualify for a credit,the customer must provide sufficient evidence of the leak,which
may include:
o Receipts for leak repairs.
o A professional plumber's assessment.
o A documented inspection confirming the leak and its resolution.
3. The water leak credit will apply only to the portion of the bill resulting from the leak,not
the entire water bill.
13.34.030 -Leak Reporting Process:
1. Customers must notify the Public Works Finance Department of a water leak as soon as it
is detected and before the end of the applicable billing cycle.
2. A formal request for a water leak credit must be submitted within 30 days from the date
the leak is discovered or repaired (whichever is applicable).
3. The department will review the request, along with all supporting documentation,to
determine eligibility for the credit.
13.34.040 - Calculation of Water Leak Credit:
1. The credit will be calculated based on the difference between the customer's,average
water consumption over a designated period (e.g.,the previous 12 months) and the
consumption during the period in which the leak occurred.
2. The credit will only apply to the excess water usage resulting from the leak.
3. The Deputy Director of Utilities and Waste Management is authorized to review and
approve water leak credits up to two thousand dollars 10,000 cubic feet(CF). Any
credits request exceeding two thousand dollars '0,00 CF require review and approval by
the Board of County Commissioners.
13.34.050 -Leak Repair Requirements:
1. Customers must demonstrate that the leak has been repaired before a credit is issued.
2. The repair must be completed within a reasonable timeframe(e.g., 30 days) after the
customer discovers the leak.
3. Proof of repair must be provided, such as an invoice from a licensed plumber or
documentation confirming the leak's resolution.
13.34.060 -Limitations on Credit:
1. Water leak credits are limited to once every three (3)years per property,with exceptions
for extraordinary circumstances subject to approval by the Board of County
Commissioners,to discourage frequent or recurring requests.
2. Leaks occurring due to property neglect or preventable issues (such as failure to maintain
plumbing systems)will not be eligible for credits.
13.34.070 -Policy Administration:
• The Public Works Finance Department is responsible for administering the water leak
credit policy, including processing requests,reviewing supporting documentation, and
determining eligibility.
• The policy will be reviewed annually to assess its effectiveness and make any necessary
adjustments.
13.34.080 -Implementation:
This policy is effective immediately upon adoption by the Board of Commissioners. The Public
Works Finance Department will communicate the policy to all customers through appropriate
channels, including bill inserts,the county website, and other public communications.