A. WATER
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PROJECT TITLE: Automated Meter Reading System |
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RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT: Finance |
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PROJECT FUNDING: $6,839,500 |
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FIRST YEAR ESTIMATED
OPERATING COSTS: None |
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PROJECT
DESCRIPTION: This
project provides for the installation of a fixed network automated meter
reading system that electronically provides multiple meter readings per day
per meter. Implementation involves
replacement of all existing water meters with radio signals that communicate
with regional data collectors or receivers.
The regional data collectors transmit meter readings once daily via
cell or fiber network to the receivers.
Total cost for this project is estimated to be $16,739,500. Appropriations through FY 2009 total $9,900,000. The FY 2010 appropriation of $6,839,500 provides
final funding necessary for project completion. |
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PROJECT
JUSTIFICATION: The
automated meter reading system, often referred to as automated meter
infrastructure (AMI), will improve customer service, water conservation and
capital and operational planning and analysis by providing: leak detection, conservation compliance
information, theft and tampering detection, protection against estimated
billing, and usage analysis opportunities for both individual customers and
the Town’s planning needs. Anticipated
cost savings associated with this system include savings affiliated with a
reduction in field service staff, reduced fuel demands due to fewer trips in
the field and lower equipment maintenance and replacement costs associated
with updated technology. |
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PROJECT
LOCATION: This
project affects the Town’s entire utility system which is located in both the
Town of
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