(A) When calculating the charges for water, the city will not charge for water use that is less than 100 cubic feet per billing period. Water meters will ordinarily be read approximately every 30 days except for holidays and weekends. Meter readings may also be taken for any reasonable purpose, as determined by the Director, including, without limitation, change of customer or changes of meter size. If a meter cannot be read or if a meter has not registered or has registered incorrectly, the quantity of water used will be estimated based on the average consumption at the property or substantially similar property during a like period of time.
(B) Tampering with or breaking a meter or lock will result in assessment of a penalty consisting of a fixed amount plus expenses and other costs, as determined by the City Council.
(Ord. 1023, passed 2-1-99; Am. Ord. 1071, passed 7-21-03)