Title
Proposed Regulations and the Potential Impact on Customer Rates (B)
This will be a presentation from staff on proposed regulations and potential impacts to customer rates.
Explanation
Staff will discuss proposed state and federal legislation and regulations including but not limited to: Cap and Trade (to reduce carbon emissions); Mercury Rules (to limit mercury from coal- and oil-fired power plants); Numeric Nutrient Criteria (EPA proposed nutrient limits on Florida's water bodies such as lakes, streams and canals); St. John's River Water Management District (SJRWMD) water supply planning and conservation measures; and Springs legislation (to protect Florida's Springs).
Recommendations
The City Commission hear a presentation on the potential impacts of proposed regulations. No City Commission action is required at this time.
Fiscal Note
None at this time. Fiscal impacts presented during the presentation will be forward looking estimates based on staff's analysis of the proposed legislation and therefore subject to change.
Drafter
Submitted by Robert E. Hunzinger, General Manager