The management, control and care of Castle Commerce Center's
community water system shall be vested in the director of the department
of commerce, aviation and economic development (CAED).
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A fund is hereby created to be known as the water/sewer enterprise
fund. All revenues derived by the county from the sale of water or
otherwise from the operation of waterworks or the provision of water
service, within or without the boundaries of Castle Commerce Center,
shall be credited to the water/sewer enterprise fund.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
The water/sewer enterprise fund is created for the purpose of
providing a source of operational funds, capital outlay funds, debt
service funds and incidental funds for the acquisition, construction,
operation, maintenance, expansion and improvement of waterworks and
a water distribution system in and near the Castle Commerce Center,
including the retirement of revenue bonds issued for the acquisition
thereof and the retirement of revenue bonds or other evidences of
indebtedness issued for the improvement thereof.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
The department of commerce, aviation and economic development
shall be in charge of the collection of ail money that may become
due the county for water services and shall pay the same into the
water/sewer enterprise fund.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
Water from Castle Commerce Center's community water system shall
be delivered to the customers thereof, both within and without the
Commerce Center's property lines, in accordance with the terms of
this article. The customer shall furnish, install and maintain all
piping to the Castle Commerce Center service main.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
All water service installed on or after January 1, 2007, including, but not limited to, temporary residential, commercial, industrial, or public and government entities, shall be equipped with meters and backflow control devices and shall be charged for water on the metered rate as specified in Section 5.48.360 of this article.
B.
Any
person or entity constructing new building or structure that requires
water service shall purchase and install new water meter and backflow
control device according to the county's specifications for each building
or structure.
C.
On or before June 1, 2010, all water service connected to Castle Commerce Center's water supply without meters shall be retrofitted and equipped with water meters and backflow control devices and shall thereafter be charged for water on the metered rate provided in Section 5.48.360 of this article, as amended from time to time.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
Existing water services without water meters in service January 1, 2007, may continue to be charged for water on a flat rate schedule, provided the use is not expanded or changed, until retrofitted with a water meter on or before June 1, 2010, and shall thereafter be charged for water on the metered rate provided in Section 5.48.360 of this article, as amended from time to time.
B.
The
county shall have the right to install meters, at the customer's expense,
on services where violations of any of the regulations governing extensions
of service, wastage of water or time or method of irrigation have
occurred.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
All water services shall have a wheel valve where the service
pipe enters the structure. The county, upon request of a customer,
will turn the curb shutoff valve on and off without charge to enable
the customer to install the wheel valve. It is unlawful for a customer,
or any person, to turn on or turn off a curb shutoff valve without
the permission of the director of CAED or designee. Except as indicated
above, a customer is subject to a charge for having a curb shutoff
valve turned on and off. The charge is $50 during normal working hours
(eight a.m. to three p.m., Monday through Friday) and $75 at all other
times.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
In making
plumbing connections, the customer shall comply with the regulations
of the state and county departments of public health.
1.
In
addition to the applicable state and county regulations, the following
is prohibited because of the threat to the public health:
B.
The
director shall determine the type, design and layout of backflow control
devices required at each premises, and the devices shall be installed
at the expense of the customer. The control devices shall be inspected,
tested, and approved by the director of CAED as a condition of services
to the premises.
C.
If the
director of CAED discovers any connection to the Castle Commerce Center
system which is not in compliance with such state or county regulations,
he or she shall notify the owners and occupants of the premises served
thereby to install or repair the proper devices within 30 days thereof.
Failure to make such installation or repair within the time specified
by the director of CAED shall result in termination of water service
without further notice. A copy of this article shall be attached to
any notice given hereunder.
D.
For
each backflow control device served from the same service connection,
a base monthly fee of $5 for annual testing and inspection shall be
paid by tenant.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
It shall
be the responsibility of the customer at any premises where backflow
prevention devices are installed on the service connection main to
permit the county to perform certified inspections and operational
tests at least once annually. The water system manager or his or her
representative shall notify the customer in advance when the tests
are to be undertaken. Backflow prevention devices shall be tested
immediately after they are installed, relocated or repaired and not
placed in service unless they are functioning as required.
B.
If the
inspection cannot be made without undue difficulty because of an obstruction
or other interference, the customer will be notified and requested
either to correct the condition or have the inspection made at his
or her own expense and witnessed by the county. Any defects found
in any backflow control device shall be corrected within three days.
Failure to correct such defects is cause for discontinuance of water
service.
D.
The
customer at any premises on or for which double check valves or other
protective devices are installed after the service connection backflow
device shall inspect these devices for water tightness and reliability
at least once per year. In those instances where the water systems
manager deems the hazard to be great enough, he or she may require
certified inspections at more frequent intervals. These devices shall
be tested and maintained by personnel, certified as competent to perform
tests and maintenance by the state of California. In addition, these
devices may be inspected and tested for water tightness by the county
at any time. Records of such tests, repairs and replacement shall
be retained by the county.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
Fire
hydrants shall be accessed only by authorized utility and fire personnel.
Temporary water services through hydrants for construction or other
short-term requirements shall be routed through portable reducedpressure
backflow assemblies and meters, except in the case of filling equipment
equipped with an intrinsic air gap backflow preventer, which shall
be inspected by the water agency prior to use. Customer-owned backflow
devices shall be tested by the chief operator or designee prior to
use and at least yearly thereafter. Where the lengths of the portable
backflow prevention device and meter together are more than 18 inches
long, the assembly shall be supported from below with a bracket to
prevent damage to the hydrant threads. Portable backflow prevention
devices and meters shall be equipped with independent shutoff valves
to prevent damage to the hydrant equipment. Authorized users shall
open the hydrant after installation of the devices; the customer shall
regulate water flow through the device's valves only.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
All
connections to any parts of the Castle Commerce Center water system
are under the exclusive control of the county and may not be tapped,
connected to, tampered or interfered with without express permission
therefor from the director of CAED except for fire protection purposes
by duly authorized representatives of the county fire department.
B.
The
county assumes complete responsibility for the maintenance of such
connections to any parts of its Castle Commerce Center water system.
County officers and employees shall be accorded a full right of ingress
and egress for the purposes of inspecting, maintaining, repairing
and replacing any of the connections and parts. The director of CAED
may shut off Castle Commerce Center water service to any user whenever
the needs of the system, in his or her opinion, require it.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
No person shall supply water in any way for use outside of the
premises to which the service is assigned or appurtenant, except by
permission of the director of CAED.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
Upon approval by the board, water service may be extended to
users outside the Castle Commerce Center limits. However, such new
users will be required to pay the rates imposed by this article multiplied
by 300%.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
The
use of Castle Commerce Center water for any immediately nonessential
purpose during the time of fire is prohibited.
B.
The
use of Castle Commerce Center water for any irrigation purposes shall
be as prescribed by regulation of the director of CAED.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
Access to service connections and water meters must be provided
at all times.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
All persons must keep the service pipes in good order at their
own expense and may be held liable for damages which may result from
their failure to do so. When leaky faucets or fixtures are discovered
and not immediately repaired, the water service may be disconnected.
Authorized employees of the county shall be admitted at all reasonable
hours to all parts of any premises supplied with water, except the
interior of dwellings, but including the meter box, to see that the
regulations contained in this article are observed and complied with.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
All sprinkler systems installed for the irrigation of lawns,
plants and flowers shall be so designed and installed that the water
is not sprayed or permitted to spray over or upon a sidewalk, alley
or street. Portable sprinklers will not be permitted on the sidewalk,
nor may they be placed in such a manner as to spray water upon sidewalks,
alleys or streets, so as to prevent pedestrians or vehicles from using
the public ways at all times without being struck or wet by the spray
from the sprinklers.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
Water
abuse is prohibited. Water flowing over the curb resulting in water
running in the gutter a distance of 100 feet from the consumer's property
line shall be considered water abuse.
B.
During
the time period between June 15th and September 15th of each year,
consumers shall not irrigate any lawn or landscaped area between the
hours of twelve noon and six p.m. on any day of the week.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
It is unlawful for any person to interfere with the Castle Commerce
Center service lines, valves or meters or to construct a bypass around
a meter or service.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
Castle
Commerce Center water users will be billed at such intervals as may
be determined by the director of CAED. Castle Commerce Center water
bills will be due and payable upon presentation. If monthly utility
bill is not paid by the twenty-fifth day after the invoice date, the
service shall be subject to a twenty-five dollar ($25.00) late fee.
B.
The
director of CAED is authorized to shut off the Castle Commerce Center
water service of any user who has an unpaid balance, 45 days after
the date of invoice. Before service to such user shall be resumed,
the user must pay any unpaid Castle Commerce Center utility bill (including
late fees) and a fifty dollar ($50.00) reconnection fee.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
Owners of property will be billed and held responsible for all
charges upon the Castle Commerce Center utility bill, including the
charges for sewer service charges and water charges, provided to their
property when the account is established in the owner's name or the
owner occupies the premises to which the service is provided, although
payments will be accepted from tenants.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
All unpaid accounts for utility services established in the
owner's name or where the owner occupies the premises shall be a lien
against the real property subject to enforcement against subsequent
owners of the premises.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
The director of CAED is empowered to make interpretations of
this article whenever a question may arise as to the necessity for,
type or manner, or method in which materials, meters, or backflow
control devices are installed. Such interpretation shall be in writing,
and a copy thereof shall be filed in the office of the director.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
The director shall keep complete records of all permits issued
and other official work performed under the provisions of this article.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
The rates listed below are predicated by the cost of operations,
maintenance, capacity, water quality standards and testing, and system
viability. A service start-up fee of $150 will be charged to each
new tenant/owner in an existing building.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
These rates shall apply to customer receiving service at the
time of passage of this ordinance. The flat rate will be based on
the average daily estimated number of users. A user is defined as
an employee and/or visitor/customer.
A.
Small
buildings or office suites with no landscaping or hangars with limited
water fixtures shall be charged a monthly flat rate of $40 per water
connection. No customer shall receive flat rate service at a rate
of less than $40 per month.
B.
Water
service for buildings with three to five average daily users and irrigation
will be charged at the rate of $62 per month.
C.
Water
service for buildings with six to 10 average daily users and no irrigation
will be charged a rate of $70 per month.
D.
Water
service for buildings with six to 10 average daily users and irrigation
will be charged a rate of $85 per month.
E.
Water
service for buildings with 11 to 15 average daily users and no irrigation
will be charged a rate of $95 per month.
F.
Water
service for buildings with 11 to 15 average daily users and irrigation
will be charged a rate of $110 per month.
G.
Water
service for buildings with 16 to 20 average daily users and no irrigation
will be charged a rate of $115 per month.
H.
Water
service for buildings with 16 to 20 average daily users and irrigation
will be charged a rate of $130 per month.
I.
Water
service for buildings with 21 to 50 average daily users and no irrigation
will be charged a rate of $175 per month.
J.
Water
service for buildings with 21 to 50 average daily users and irrigation
will be charged a rate of $225 per month.
K.
Water
service for buildings with more than 50 average daily users and no
irrigation will be charged a rate of $225 per month.
L.
Water
service for buildings with more than 50 average daily users and irrigation
will be charged a rate of $275 per month.
M.
Water
service to buildings that contain temporary residential units will
be charged the minimum flat rate of $40 per month per unit.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
A water
meter of a type specified by the director shall be installed as a
condition of receiving water service. Water meter installations shall
be provided at the expense of the customer requesting water service
and shall be accomplished in accordance with standards set by the
director of CAED. All water meter installations shall be accomplished
by a properly licensed contractor.
B.
Metered
rates shall be charged as follows:
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
Customers whose requirements may overburden the water system, or may require unreasonable investment in additional facilities, or may interfere with the supply to the existing customers, will not be supplied water under the schedule in Section 5.48.360. In such case, a special agreement will be required, under such terms as the conditions warrant.
B.
If a
meter is found to be out of order, the monthly charge shall be determined
by the finance officer, based upon previous water consumption.
C.
If a
customer has more than one meter, a separate minimum charge will be
made for each meter, as well as the amount registered for each meter.
Compound meters, however, shall be considered as one meter.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
A.
Application,
Payment, and Deferral of Connection Charges. A subtenant who is obligated
to pay a connection fee may apply for extended terms. Extended terms,
if approved by the director of CAED allow the apportionment of the
connection charge over a term not to exceed five years. The amount
so deferred shall be payable in equal installments with the water
and sewer bill for subtenant.
B.
Failure
to pay connection charges when required shall be considered grounds
for default on any lease for which said connection fees were applicable.
C.
Once
a connection fee has been paid for a particular building, no further
payment shall be required for that connection unless the character
of the water use or sewer discharge has changed as evidenced by a
change in the water meter size or character of use of the facility.
In cases where an existing metered connection is to be upgraded to
a larger service connection, credit for any previously paid connection
fees for that service shall be applied to the connection fee for the
larger metered connection.
D.
No refund
shall be made for a reduction in water meter size.
E.
In cases
where a second, metered water connection is requested; the connection
fee shall be calculated and assessed in the same manner as for a new
connection.
|
Water Connection Charges—Schedule
| |
|---|---|
|
SIZE OF WATER SERVICE
|
CONNECTION CHARGE
|
|
3/4″
|
$ 1,400.00
|
|
1″
|
2,300.00
|
|
1-1/2″
|
4,600.00
|
|
2″
|
7,400.00
|
|
3″
|
16,000.00
|
|
4″
|
29,000.00
|
|
6″
|
64,000.00
|
|
8″
|
111,000.00
|
|
10″
|
175,000.00
|
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
Whenever any person wishes to connect any building or premises
to the Castle Commerce Center water system, he or she shall first
make application to the director of CAED for a water connection permit.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
When an existing water service connection is replaced by one
of a larger size, or where it is necessary to relocate a water service
for the convenience of a customer, or where relocation is required
because the customer's construction will interfere with the operation
or maintenance of the service connection, the charge for such replacement
or relocation shall be borne by the customer.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
The size of the tap and service connection installed by any
customer shall be as the director of CAED may designate.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
The county board of supervisors may, by ordinance or resolution,
establish the costs to be charged for installation of water service
by the county. If no such ordinance or resolution is in effect, or
if the ordinance or resolution in effect does not cover a given size,
class or type of water connection, the charge for water service installation
performed by the county shall be determined by the county engineer,
based upon actual costs, including, but not limited to labor, materials,
and equipment. In those instances where, in the judgment of the county
engineer, the best interest of the county would be served, the applicant
for water service connection may be required to deposit with the county
the estimated cost of such installation, prior to performance of such
installation.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
Water mains may be extended by an applicant in accordance with
plans and specifications approved by the county and meeting "Standards
of Minimum Requirements for Safe Practices in the Production and Delivery
of Water for Domestic Use" of the California section of the American
Water Works Association (California Health and Safety Code, Section
4010.5). The construction work shall be performed by a properly licensed
contractor.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
Where a water main is to be extended to serve a parcel of land,
the water line shall extend the full frontage of the parcel, unless
it is determined by the director that the line is not likely to be
extended to serve any other property.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
In the event the applicant installs water line extension facilities,
he or she shall furnish the county with a corporate surety bond written
by a company approved by the county, in an amount equal to at least
one-half of the estimate made by the applicant's engineer of the installation
costs, to guarantee faithful performance by the applicant, and a like
surety bond in an equal amount to guarantee claims of persons employed
by the applicant and claims of persons who furnish materials, supplies
and implements used by the applicant on such work.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
When water lines are installed in public streets or easements
pursuant to the regulations of the county and have been accepted by
the director, they become the property of the county and a part of
the water system of the Castle Commerce Center.
(Ord. 1845 § 1, 2008)
