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Date: March 5, 2018 Item No.
APPROVAL OF A PROPOSAL FROM FERGUSON WATERWORKS FOR THE
PURCHASE OF RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL WATER METERS
Proposed Action
Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Move to approve a proposal from
Ferguson Waterworks for the purchase of residential and commercial water meters.
Overview
The City provides metered water service to more than 19,500 residential and commercial
customers. Water meters in those applications need replacement as they approach the
end of their service life to ensure accurate recording of water used.
Annually, the Utilities Division evaluates the age of the meters and recommends those
commercial meters that should be replaced. Similarly, there are a few residential meters
that are larger than the standard meter to compensate for water pressure issues. Both
styles of meters need to be purchase separately from the existing contract for residential
water meters.
The Utilities Division requested a proposal from Ferguson Waterworks to match water
meters already used within the system. Ferguson Waterworks is the only area distributer
for these meters. The water meters being purchased are compatible with and will not
disrupt the City’s existing billing process. All water meters installed by the City allow
drive-by meter reading to limit access to the property and make data collection easier.
Ferguson Waterworks provided a proposal for 45 1-inch residential water meters and 10
commercial water meters with associated components for a cost of $29,291.59. Staff
recommends approval of the proposal.
Primary Issues to Consider
• Are the meters compatible with the existing system? Yes, the water meters being
purchased are the same style meters, with the addition of an integrated radio, that
we have purchased for several years and are currently installed in other commercial
and residential properties.
Supporting Information
• A copy of the proposal is attached.
Financial Impact: $29,291.59 Budgeted: Yes Source: 7606.6295
Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.):
Envision Lakeville Community Values: Good Value for Public Services
Report Completed by: Neil Normandin, Public Works and Facilities Coordinator