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Layton outlines planned transfer and metering of Davis Weaver secondary system; state grants cover major costs
Summary
Staff described a proposed transfer of about 1,350 pressurized secondary water connections (~23 miles of pipe) from Davis Weaver to Layton City and plans to install meters using state grants that cover roughly 65% of a $3.5M metering/installation cost; additional $2.8M in state funds was also obtained to meet metering deadlines.
Layton City staff told the council on Nov. 20 they are negotiating a transfer of portions of the Davis and Weber Counties Canal Companys pressurized secondary water system to Layton City and plan to install meters on transferred connections using state grant money.
Steve Jackson said the proposal would transfer approximately 1,350 connections and about 23 miles of pressurized piping to city ownership and operation, while Davis Weaver would retain reservoirs, certain transmission lines and flood-irrigation ditches. Rick Smith, introduced as general manager for the Davis and Weber Counties Canal…
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