NOTICE OF APEX UTILITIES INC. FRANCHISE FEE RATE CHANGE Please be advised that on October 1, 2024, at a Regular Meeting of Council, a motion was passed to increase the Apex Utilities Inc. Franchise Fee from 20% to 22%, effective January 1, 2025. The Town of Athabasca has the ability to revise the franchise fee on an annual basis pursuant to Clause 5(b) of the Standard Natural Gas Distribution System Franchise Agreement as per Alberta Utilities Commission Decision 24518-D01-2019. The effect on an average residential customer is approximately $19.00 per year. Please contact Rachel Ramey, CAO, should you have any questions at 780-675-2063 or email: [email protected]