AWWA ACE70733

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of the city of Phoenix, Arizona, and recent trends in the economic outlook for Phoenix. Statistics on water consumption history, historical growth in the water service area, and water bad debt expense are presented. The capital improvements plan (CIP) and the financial plan annual approval process are presented including: capital projects; revenue forecast; and, making use of reserves. Rate increases are presented including: rate structure; affordability/lifeline; and, city comparisons. Conclusions indicate that: analyze historical data to identify trends; frequent process to evaluate and revise/delay capital programs; realistic revenue forecast; financial planning making use of fund reserves, project financing and minimizing rate increases; consider customer's ability to pay process. Includes figures.