Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Water Meter Warranty
Summary
Residents urged the city council to enforce a 15-year warranty on water meters purchased from Mountain State Pipe and Supply, arguing taxpayers are owed replacements for failing equipment.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Involves past meter purchases and a $150,000 warranty fee.
City taxpayers and utility customers seeking functioning meters without added costs.
The city budget if defective meters are replaced at municipal expense instead of vendor warranty.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council Meeting - Sep 15, 2026
Residents urged the city council to enforce a 15-year warranty on water meters purchased from Mountain State Pipe and Supply, arguing taxpayers are owed replacements for failing equipment.
City Council Work Session - Sep 1, 2026
The city is planning an $8.5 million project to replace all 11,000+ water meters because the current ones from 2014 are worn out and losing track of water flow. Council weighed whether to hire temporary workers, use outside vendors, or combine approaches to get the job done efficiently.
City Council (Special) - May 5, 2026
The city is reviewing potential warranty claims and legal risks connected to its water metering system contract with Mountain States Pipe & Supply.
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