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Council hears water company concerns over meter access and an expiring franchise ordinance
Summary
Councilor Jennifer reported Mountain View Edgewood Water Company lacks access to several meters because of new fences; staff said a franchise agreement was sent to the company for legal review and the city will consult legal counsel before taking action on individual meter access disputes.
A council discussion on Jan. 21 focused on access to water meters and the status of the city's franchise agreement with Mountain View Edgewood Water Company. Council members and staff described a small number of properties where fences block company access for required meter and backflow testing work.
Council member Jennifer told colleagues the water company reported about six Edgewood properties where fences now block access to meters. She said one homeowner replaced a dilapidated fence that formerly allowed access, and the company is now unable to perform tasks such as backflow…
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