In order for gas service to be reconnected to premises where tampering, by-passing or unauthorized metering has occurred, the customer or user at the premises shall pay the following charges to the town prior to the reconnection.
(A) A service charge calculated to compensate the town for all reasonable expenses incurred on account of the tampering, by-passing or unauthorized metering, including, but not limited to, costs of investigation, disconnection, reconnection and service calls, but in no event less than $75; and
(B) The cost of repairing or replacing any damaged utility equipment; and
(C) The actual or estimated user charges not previously billed to the customer as a result of the tampering, bypassing or unauthorized metering.
(Ord. 2009-02, passed 4-13-2009)