12.04.100 Service charges established.
A. All users of the stormwater system shall pay stormwater service charges for use of the stormwater system, whether or not a permit is obtained.
B. Stormwater system service charges will be added to the water and/or sewer bills of accounts billed directly by the City to water and/or sewer users.
C. The service charges are established by resolution of the City Council. The service charges shall:
1. Apportion, on a reasonable basis, the benefit given, which may be measured directly;
2. Distribute proportionately to all classifications of users in the City the costs of design, construction, maintenance and overall operation of the stormwater system. For purposes of this provision, all classifications of users are considered to enjoy direct and indirect benefits of an improved and well-maintained system;
3. Adequately cover the Operating Budget.