Whenever the city shall determine that it is feasible to provide water service to a customer, the city shall install, maintain, and operate a main distribution pipeline, or lines from the system source of water supply to the customer’s lot or easement at a cost to the city. However, if the necessary water line from the city’s water main to the customer’s water meter is unusually long, or if the installation requires boring under or disruption of any existing improvements as determined by the manager, the customer may be required to pay all or portion of the cost. The expense borne by the city shall include necessary tap, fittings, and shut-off valve, which items belong to the city. The water line, and valves from the customer’s lot or easement to the premises are the customer’s responsibility and expense. The minimum earth cover of the customer’s service shall be 30 inches. The manager shall determine the size, type and number of meters to be installed. The city shall have access to the meter for the purpose of installation, meter reading, inspection, maintenance, operation, replacement or removal. A 5/8" x 3/4" water meter shall be the standard customer service meter unless the customer requests a larger meter. If a request for a larger meter is made, the city will evaluate the installation and decide whether or not to approve the request.
(Ord. 2019-01, passed 4-9-2019)