At the end of June 2012, Roseville Electric’s measure of precipitation for its hydroelectric resources is estimated to be 83 percent of normal. Between July 2011 and June 2012, 43.5 inches of precipitation is expected to be reported.
Although we have received below average rainfall totals, Roseville Electric is not implementing a hydroelectric surcharge on energy charges for bills issued between July 1, 2012 and June 30, 2013
The hydroelectric surcharge was adopted by the City Council in 2009 as a way to fund the purchase of electricity that was not provided from our hydroelectric resources due to lower than average precipitation. The hydroelectric adjustment is determined in May each year and is based on precipitation in the Northern Sierras and the market price of energy.
In years when less than average rainfall is received, Roseville Electric customers may see a surcharge of between 1 and 5 percent.
Conversely, in years where rainfall exceeds the average and the Rate Stabilization Fund is at the maximum required level, customers may receive a credit of between 1 and 5 percent.
Below are links to the staff report and power point presented to the City Council at its March 18, 2009 meeting. You can also review the video of the City Council meeting.
