Implementation of Public User Fees
Members of the public periodically make requests for services that are generally provided as a part of a University department’s normal provision of services or for services provided by students engaged in a particular service-oriented practice. A University department that is providing said services to the public must charge a user fee that covers the cost of providing the services, facilities or materials.
This policy governs the University’s practice for the establishment of public user fees as well as criteria and procedures for fee implementation. A department is prohibited from providing services or charging for said services to a public user without first obtaining the approval to establish a user fee through this process.
Public user fees are defined as those charges made to persons/groups other than students of the University for services provided in conjunction with the normal operations of University departments. This does not include services that may be provided as part of the normal contracts and grants process. Nor does it include fees charged to students, which are handled according to the Student Fee Policy, or charges to other University departments, which are handled according to the Cost Allocation Plan.
Responsibilities
This process is managed by the University’s CFO and his/her designees. The President has sole decision authority to establish or abolish a Public User Fee. The University’s CFO has the authority to approve increases in established fees.
Scope
This policy and related procedures apply to all departments seeking to charge the public for services, facilities or materials provided.
Procedures
Public User Fee Request Form
Public User Fees Implementation Procedures
Approved by Alexander Gonzalez, President
October 2, 2008
