Análisis del costo/beneficio para la futura operación del sistema de alcantarillado sanitario del sector Flor de Bastión, Sistema 3.

Abstract

The cost - benefit analysis of the planned operation in the sanitary sewer system for the Bastion Flower sector has been framed in the evaluation of water rates, sewerage and a financial plan that is the central element of the analysis for the viability of the Future operation. This analysis provides a contribution to financial management that focuses on two key objectives, which are the short- and long-term financial health and stability for the operations of the sewerage system of the EMAPAG EP - INTERAGUA project, by evaluating rates of Equitable cost of service that reflects the benefit provided. The initial review of the existing tariff structure of the Bastion Flower sector gave results that do not provide equitable tariffs that reflect the true cost of providing water and sewer services to customers. In addition, the cost - benefit analysis on existing rates does not generate sufficient revenue to finance existing expenditures (operating, maintenance and capital costs) and expected reserve targets. Although the operation currently maintains moderate levels of reserves, current rates are not sustainable, since the project does not generate sufficient income and subsequently suffer net losses. The methodology was qualitative - quantitative type, based on a survey developed in the sector, so it was later analyzed that a restructuring of water consumption rates, will contribute to the financing of the project, generating a sustainable cost and social benefits for the sector.