Solid Waste Rate Analysis 101: What You Need to Know
Published Online: November 1, 2024
Author: Marc J. Rogoff and Giorgio Castro
"Getting a firm handle on the costs for your agency to provide for solid waste services is a key focus for any solid waste manager. A rate study provides essential data on the revenues and expenses of an agency, and pro forma modeling provides a path to determining the appropriate path for the future.
Over the past 40 years, I have been involved in more than 50 rate studies, including solid waste, potable and reclaimed water, wastewater, stormwater, and street lighting programs. All of these follow a basic pattern from data collection, modeling, report writing, and public presentations. This article focuses on my experiences in solid waste management since, unlike the others, there is no standard textbook to help practitioners begin their assignments. ..."
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