The city shall be responsible for the maintenance and proper operation of the water mains only. Persons taking water from a distributing pipe must keep their service pipe and all fixtures connected therewith in good repair and protected from frost at their own expense. The term FIXTURES means all appurtenances from the point of tap, the function of which is to provide water to a specific property, and shall include, but not be limited to, the saddle, corporation valves, curb stop, and all service pipe. No claim shall be made against the city by reason of the breaking of any of the service pipes or apparatus, or for any other damage that may result from any shutting off or turning on of water, or for any variation of pressure. Water shall not be wasted or improperly used and no reduction will be made from the rates because of leaking pipes or fixtures or for any other cause.
(Prior Code, § 10-2-10) (Ord. 512, passed 6-3-2019)