How do I add a base amount to a rate?
A base amount is the initial amount that's billed by the rate. The base amount is in addition to to the billed usage.
Base Amount + Usage = Billed Amount
Example: City XYZ charges a base amount of $6 for sewer. The base amount may include waste treatment costs and/or a service charge for meter usage.
Adding a base amount to a rate
1. Open Connect Utility Management > Organization > Rates.
2. Use the Base Amount box to enter an amount.
Rates, Base amount
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