Public Notice
January 5, 2026
Public Notice to Customers
In our 2023 rate case, effective March 1, 2023, Madison Water Utility (MWU) requested an “Additional Meter Fee Schedule” (AM-1 Fee Schedule). MWU DID NOT implement this AM-1 Fee Schedule at that time.
Per AM-1 Fee Schedule, MWU considers meters to be an additional meter if they are:
- Additional meter installed on the same service line as a primary meter
- Meter sizes 2” or smaller for the “Deduct Method” configuration or meter sizes ¾” or smaller for the “Addition Method” configuration
- All other sizes are treated as a separate account and Schedule MG-1 rate will apply
Customers with back bill:
AM-1 Fee Schedule authorizes MWU to collect an additional monthly meter rental fee for any Sewer Deduct Meter (Deduct Method) along with an installation fee of $50 if applicable within this current rate period.
| Meter Size | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| 5/8” meter | $7 per month |
| ¾” meter | $9 per month |
| 1” meter | $12 per month |
| 1 ½” meter | $21 per month |
| 2” meter | $32.50 per month |
Per discussion with WI Public Service Commission and WI State Statute 196.635, MWU is required to bill for services provided hence we are back billing services for the previous 24 months from 2024 to the end of 2025 for monthly rental fee and installation charges if applicable. Note, customers with a back bill for these monthly “Sewer Deduct Meter” will have until August 31, 2026, to pay the full amount with no penalty or fees.
Customers with refund via credit:
AM-1 Fee Schedule requires MWU to collect half the monthly rental fee, $7 per month for a 5/8” meter or $9 per month for a 3/4” meter for any Water Only Meter (Addition Method) instead of the monthly rate per MG-1 rate schedule. MWU is currently charging $14 per month for a 5/8” meter and $18 per month for a 3/4” meter for Water Only meter (Addition Method).
Per discussion with WI Public Service Commission and WI State Statute 185.35(5) MWU is required to refund the difference collected since March 1, 2023. Customers affected will see a refund via credit on their account.
Going Forward:
AM-1 Fee Schedule is not requested in the current rate application YET to be approved.
- Sewer Deduct meter customers will continue to see a monthly meter rental fee until MWU’s current rate application is approved.
- Water Only meter customers with a 5/8” or ¾” meter will continue to see a credit adjustment until MWU’s current rate application is approved.
Questions:
We sincerely apologize for the situation. Email waterbilling@madisonwater.org with the subject header: AM-1 Fee Schedule with any questions. View current rate schedule at https://www.cityofmadison.com/water/billingrates/view-current-rates-fees.