PRESENTER: Presenter
Ryan Kelso, NBU Chief Executive Officer
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SUBJECT: Title
Discuss and consider the second and final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 130, Article IV, Divisions 3,5,6, and of the City’s Code of Ordinances to adjust residential and landscape irrigation drought surcharges; revise drought stage destinations and triggers; clarify definitions and related provisions; repeal conflicting ordinance; provide a savings clause; and establish an effective dateHeader
DEPARTMENT: NBU
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COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: All
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The last time this ordinance amendment was brought before City Council was in March 2019, “relating to Water Conservation and Critical Period Management Plan, Regulated Activities, and Drought Management Plan,” requiring a first and second reading and approval at that time, as well. While being responsible stewards, aiming to continue to protect essential water users, the proposed plan aims to align conservation and responsibility. On August 10, 2026, NBU staff presented the proposed changes, receiving approval for a first reading. The August 24th presentation will be a second reading seeking approval.
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STRATEGIC PLAN REFERENCE:
N/A Economic Mobility N/A Enhanced Connectivity N/A Community Identity
N/A Organizational Excellence YES Community Well-Being
FISCAL IMPACT:
Fiscal impact would be related to the proposed and presented future drought surcharge adjustments.
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RECOMMENDATION:
The NBU Board of Trustees, at its February 26, 2026 Board Meeting, authorized NBU staff to proceed with the necessary steps to amend the Ordinance, Chapter 130, Article IV, Divisions 3, 5, 6, and 7 of the City’s Code of Ordinances to adjust residential and landscape irrigation drought surcharges; revise drought stage designations and triggers; clarify definitions and related provisions; repeal conflicting ordinances; provide a savings clause; and establish an effective date.
NBU staff recommends approval of the ordinance.