Fuel cost adjustments are made on a bi-yearly basis. Two long-term natural gas supply contracts are in place. Substantial purchase made in spot market when economically beneficial. Capacity is 125,000 mmbtu compared with a peak of 118,626 mmbtu. 34 large industrial customers currently on interruptible supply rate.
Available discounts are substantial if criteria for interruptions are met.
No recent shortages or interruptions to natural gas customers. Water Information CU provides more than 30 million gallons of water everyday, serving its 68,000 customers through two lakes, a water pipeline and several wells on its system. Water is treated at two major facilities. Current water supplies are adequate to meet demand well into the 21st century. City Utilities Lab Technicians regularly examine water samples for quality assurance.