The York Water Company reported an increase in operating revenues and net income for the first quarter of 2020 compared to the same period in 2019. Operating revenues increased by $1,046,000, and net income increased by $1,189,000.
Operating revenues increased due to rate increases and customer base growth.
Net income increased due to higher revenues and a non-recurring gain on life insurance.
Earnings per share increased by $0.09 compared to the first quarter of 2019.
The company invested $3.9 million in construction expenditures during the quarter.
The Company estimates it will invest an additional $20.3 million in 2020, excluding acquisitions, for additional main extensions, improvements to a raw water pumping station, expansion of a wastewater treatment plant, and routine improvements to its pipes, service lines, and other facilities to ensure a safe, adequate, and reliable supply of drinking water and to maintain proper handling and disposal of wastewater for the Company’s growing customer base.