Board approves annual meter-replacement plan instead of costly test equipment
Facing quotes over $10,000 for meter-testing equipment, the Board approved a yearly $4,500 meter-replacement program to buy ~25–30 meters annually, replacing the system over three years and using existing testing equipment for documentation of removed meters.
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Village Director Leitzinger reported quotes for new meter-testing equipment exceeded $10,000 and that many in-service meters cannot be rebuilt due to discontinued parts. After consulting water utility advisor Larry Gates, he proposed a more cost-effective annual meter-replacement program (~$4,500/year to replace 25–30 meters), which trustees approved for the 2026 season.
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