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Henderson to buy larger meters; reports water use drop after Bear Creek South replacement
Summary
Utilities Director Darryl Green requested purchase of fifteen 415‑size meters costing $7,991.55 to support 'on demand' water heaters; the board approved the purchase. Green also reported a completed Bear Creek South replacement that reduced daily water loss by about 200,000–230,000 gallons.
Utility Director Darryl Green reported that the city currently uses 275‑size meters for new gas service requests but on‑demand water heaters require higher flow; he requested purchase of fifteen 415‑size meters, totaling $7,991.55. He said meters larger than 275 are paid for by the homeowner but the city wants to maintain inventory to meet demand. Alderman Mark A. Barber approved the purchase and Alderman Buel Maness seconded; the motion carried.
Green also reported the water line replacement on Bear Creek South was completed and that the new line resulted in a reduction of approximately 200,000–230,000 gallons of water usage per day, indicating reduced losses and improved system performance.
The board did not record a financing source for the meters in the minutes; follow‑up procurement steps and inventory management will be handled by the Utilities Department.
