Attachment A
Content of Information Statement
The Guidelines for Review and Approval of Privatization Transactions Involving Federally Funded Wastewater Treatment Facilities requires that, under certain circumstances, the local government submit to EPA an Information Statement describing the basic elements of the transaction. This Information Statement is for informational purposes only and will not be used to determine compliance with E.O. 12803.
The Information Statement should summarize the salient points of the transaction. Supporting documentation may be provided or referenced to enhance the summary information. The following information should be included in the Information Statement:
Description of the Overall Privatization Transaction
Provide information which is relevant to the overall understanding of the transaction such as the:
- contract start date;
- contract term;
- contract entities;
- funds to be received by each entity;
- provisions to ensure performance or limit liability;
- entities responsible for and the status of NPDES and RCRA permits;
- provisions for continued compliance with permit conditions and industrial pretreatment program;
- provisions for continued maintenance and uninterrupted service;
- provisions for operational and/or management transition from current employees;
- . monetary or other penalties for non-performance;
- . requirements for new construction;
- . provisions for contract management and administration; and
- . description of the procurement process
- Description of the Service Area
Provide information such as the type and size of the treatment facility and collection system and the number and category (e.g., residential, commercial or industrial) of customers served which is relevant to the overall understanding of the transaction.
- Description of Public Participation Opportunities
Describe how information related to the transaction was distributed for public comment and/or education (such as public hearings or informational meetings, approvals by public bodies, press coverage, informational mailings or other printed or electronic materials describing the transaction).
- Description of Authority for User Rates
Describe the process and the entity responsible for establishing user rates.
- Description of Impact on User Fees
Describe how the transaction will impact user rates through calculations such as: 1) a comparison of costs under the current or planned operational scenario and the transaction; 2) the projected cost saving from the proposed transaction; or 3) a comparison of the user rates with and without the transaction. Calculations should only be related to the costs of the facilities subject to the transaction.