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Findings and Recommendations 5 findings
F1
The city has repeatedly failed to conduct required nexus studies to determine reasonable costs for the PCWA connection fee.
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R1
Lincoln refund charges that exceed the regulated and unregulated PCWA connection fees due to modification of the rate structure in 2017, even if it exceeds the statute of limitations.
F2
The rate modification in 2017 was not done in a manner required by statute.
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R2
Lincoln identify and refund excess water connection charges to homes in low-density villages for wrong EDU water factor even if in excess of the statute of limitations. ______________________________________________ Response to -2019 Final Report
F3
Lincoln’s 2019 modification of the PCWA water connection fee did not correct the fees that were improperly established in 2017 and also did not comply with statutory requirements.
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R3
Lincoln identify homes not in villages 13, 19, 23, and portions of 18 that were charged the unregulated PCWA water connection fee instead of the regulated fee, and refund the overcharge even if it exceeds the statute of limitations,
F4
Lincoln’s unlawful actions resulted in significant over-charges to its citizens.
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R4
Lincoln City Council require a review every 5 years for all connection fees to determine reasonable costs.
F5
Lincoln made loans from the WCF to other city funds with no assurances that the funds receiving the loans will be capable of repayment within any reasonable timeframe.
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R5
Lincoln restructure loans made from the WCF to comply with state regulations or return the funds to the WCF. R6. Lincoln City Council conduct a retroactive study of the performance of city officials and initiate systemic corrective actions including closer oversight of city functions going forward. ______________________________________________ Response to -2019 Final Report