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Council hears water-meter rollout and water/sewer fund pressures; replacements expected to improve billing

Lincoln Park City Council · December 23, 2025
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Summary

City staff outlined a year-long program to install new ultrasonic water meters to address an estimated 40% water loss, with projected revenue capture aimed at offsetting future rate increases and informing the next budget cycle.

City staff updated the council on efforts to address long-standing water and sewer fund pressures and on a program to replace aging water meters with new ultrasonic devices expected to improve measurement and revenue capture.

Department staff said the water and sewer fund remains "cash strapped," prompting monthly cash projections and a push to finalize outstanding audit items. The city has prioritized a replacement list of…

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