Smart water meters (AMI) and utility collections
Summary
The city is collecting only about half of what it bills, with $38.2 million in receivables. The council debated monthly billing, enforcement of shutoffs, and accuracy of commercial meters.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
$38.2 million owed to the city; poor collections hurt borrowing and grant capacity.
Residents who pay their bills would benefit from fairer enforcement against non-paying commercial owners.
Delinquent multifamily and commercial owners could face shutoffs and enforcement.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Council — July 14, 2026
The annual audit shows the city in its best shape in years — net position up 25% — but the auditor hammered the $30-40 million in uncollected utility bills, which the mayor called a threat to the city's borrowing power for the new water plant.
Regular Council — March 24, 2026
The city is collecting only about half of what it bills, with $38.2 million in receivables. The council debated monthly billing, enforcement of shutoffs, and accuracy of commercial meters.
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