excess water consumption charge
Given that the Town adjusted the annual water meter reading dates in 2024, the base consumption amount for the past billing period has been prorated, pursuant to section 7.2 of By-law 970 and section 6.3 of By-law 982.
As the number of days between the previous meter reading and this one is longer than usual (approximately 490 days instead of 365), the base consumption amount has been increased accordingly.
Here is an example of how this calculation works:
- First day of the previous water billing period: September 30, 2022
- First day of the current water billing period: February 2, 2024
- Length of time between the two: 490 days
- The base water consumption amount for this 490-day period has been adjusted on the basis of a 365-day year. In other words, in imperial gallons (IG), the adjusted base amount works out to 40,000 IG ÷ 365 days x 490 days = 53,699 IG.
The corresponding rates used to determine the amount invoiced in the 2024 water bill are listed below for each unit of measure:
| Excess of... | Rate |
|---|---|
| 53,699 imperial gallons | $5.22 per 1,000 imperial gallons |
| 48,038 U.S. gallons | $4.35 per 1,000 U.S. gallons |
| 244.1 cubic metres | $1.1483 per cubic metre |
Note: Since the Town has modified the meter reading period from the previous year, consumption for 2024 will be calculated pro rata for taxation purposes in order to maintain a 12-month billing cycle, in accordance with By-law 970, section 7.2.
Factors that impact water consumption
Homeowners should be aware that several water-guzzling systems and fixtures can have a major impact on overall consumption. These can include:
- Leaking toilets
- Dripping faucets
- Outdoor watering/irrigation systems
- Automatic pool water levellers
Remember — Being water-wise starts with you!
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How to read your water meter
You recently received a written notice with your 2024 tax bill about your water meter reading. It’s now time to submit your reading to the Town.
The self-reporting period runs from February 2 through March 29, 2024.
Most water meters are located in the basement, near where the water service enters the property. To take the reading, flip open the cover on the meter face (if there is a cover) and record all the numbers you see.
For several years now, homeowners have been submitting their readings in the fall, with bills for excess water consumption sent out in May of the following year. The Town has modified the self-reporting period in order to shorten the timeframe between submission and billing, and to cut down on paper use.
How to submit your reading
To submit your reading, complete the online form.
This is a quick, easy and eco-friendly way of sending us your information.
Deadline: March 29, 2024
New instructional video
A video containing step-by-step instructions on how to electronically submit your water meter readings is now online.
In order to upload your reading via the web platform, you will need to enter your address or registration number. This information appears on your annual tax bill.
If your reading is not submitted by the deadline, you will be charged a non-refundable fine in accordance with By-law 970, section 6.5.
You can also refer to the written instructions on submitting your water meter reading, available here.
Here are two examples of water meter readings:
Once you submit the online form with your information, an automated confirmation of receipt will be sent to the email address provided in the identification section of the form.
Questions?
Contact the Finance Department at 450-621-3500, ext. 1237, or eau@ville.rosemere.qc.ca