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Board approves advertisement for phased replacement of water meters
Summary
The board authorized staff to advertise for proposals to purchase new automatic water meters and related software as part of a phased replacement plan; staff said batteries on the current meters are reaching end of life and noted multi‑year purchasing to avoid large one‑time costs.
The board authorized staff to advertise for proposals to purchase new water meters and associated software, with a plan to replace meters in phases over several years.
Staff explained the existing meters have reached their expected battery life (around 10–12 years) and recommended purchasing smaller lots over multiple years rather than replacing the entire system at once. The board approved advertising for proposals so the city can plan a phased procurement, and staff said they will bring detailed quotes and implementation timelines back to the board.
No specific vendor or purchase order was authorized at the meeting; the vote permitted staff to solicit proposals as required when purchases exceed advertising thresholds.
