Memo-Commercial Water Meter Replacement Program
. Public Warks Department
Memorandum
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
Copy: Steven C. Mielke, City Manager -,.-y~
From: Steven J. Stadler, Public Works Director ~ '.....J '
Date: May 5, 2004
Subject: Commercial Water Meter Replacement Program
Staff presented a proposal to City Council on a commercial water meter replacement
program at the July 22, 2003 work session. City Council was generally in support of the
program but more staff work was needed including recommended ordinance changes.
. There are 412 commercial water meters ranging in size from one (1) to six (6) inches.
Many of these meters are very old and not accurately measuring water consumption.
Additionally, it can take up to 30 minutes to read a single commercial meter depending
on building location/accessibility. So, the commercial meter replacement program
would result in improved accuracy in our water usage billing and a much more efficient
meter-reading program.
Overview of proposed commercial meter replacement proQram
. Commercial property owners would be required to replace their meter and/or
radio-read transponder (if a newer, radio-read compatible meter) in 2005.
Property owners with multiple meters would be allowed to replace all meters
within a three year time period (2005-2007).
. A no-cost water meter replacement permit, issued by Public Works, would
be required prior to new meter installation. This will ensure the proper meter
is purchased, establish inventory of new meters, help track program
progress and allow timely inspection and transponder installation by utility
division personnel.
. Property owners who do not replace their meters would be subject to a
$1 DO/month fine & meter reading fee.
. All meters up to and including one (1) inch are the property of the city.
. All meters greater than one (1) inch will be the responsibility of the property
. owner.
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. See attached proposed notification letter, ordinance revisions, water meter upgrade
permit with approved Badger water meter price listing.
Other proposed ordinance revisions include a housekeeping type change necessitated
by moving from a quarterly to a monthly billing cycle, section 715. Lastly, a $100 fee
has been proposed for meter tampering, paragraph 710.29.
If City Council concurs with the proposed meter replacement program, staff will proceed
with city code revisions followed by mailing the program notification letters to
commercial property owners.
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Date
TWIN CITIES STORES INC
2020 SILVER BELL RD #23
EAGAN, MN 55122
Re: Water meter upgrade to radio read
This letter is being sent to you as written notification requiring you to replace the
water meter(s) listed below on the Replacement Schedule. The meter(s) may
be replaced anytime prior to the specified replacement date.
The City is in the process of installing a citywide "radio read" water meter
reading system. The upgrading of water meters is being done in an effort to
. guarantee that we are generating billings with accurate water usages, as well as
making the meter reading function more time and cost efficient. Residential
meters have already been replaced with the new radio read technology meters
and transponders. The Hopkins City Council has approved the commercial
meter upgrade program, and has revised the applicable city ordinance. A copy
of the ordinance is attached.
Beginning in 2005, we will be requiring customers replace their existing water
meter(s). Meter(s) will need to be replaced with an approved meter(s) with a
radio read transponder. Newer meters that were previously installed, and that
are radio read compatible, will need a radio read transponder installed.
Meters must be a make and model approved by the City Utility Superintendent.
A meter installation permit will be required for the upgrading and replacement
of water meters, and will specify the make and model of the meter required,
transponders required and where the meter can be purchased. The permit may
be obtained at no cost at the City of Hopkins, Public Works, 11100 Excelsior
Blvd., Hopkins, MN 55343, phone 952-939-1382.
A replacement schedule is enclosed.
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You may also wish to look into jf'ihe possibility of downsizing the size of your
meter. If you would like assistance determining whether you can downsize,
please contact the City's plumbing inspector at 952-935-8474.
This letter is being sent to you as written notification requiring you to replace the
water meter(s) listed below on the Replacement Schedule. The meter(s) may
be replaced anytime prior to the specified replacement date. We are providing
a 2004 Badger meter cost list for your convenience.
lMeter Replacement Schedule I
Account Service Address Size Serial # Replace
41-1001-45~0 1120 7TH ST S 40170884 12/31/2005
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. If you have any questions regarding your account(s), please feel free to contact
the Utility Dept. at 952-939-1382.
Sincerely,
Michael G. Lauseng
Utility Superintendent
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Date
WESTBROOK NORTH
%GASSEN COMPANY
7275 BUSH LAKE RD
EDINA, MN 55439
Re: Water meter upgrade to radio read
This letter is being sent to you as written notification requiring you to replace the
water meter(s) listed below on the Replacement Schedule. The meter(s) may bE
replaced anytime prior to the specified replacement date.
The City is installing a citywide "radio read" water meter reading system. The
water meters are being upgraded to ensure accurate water usages, as well as
making the meter reading function more efficient. Residential meters have
already been replaced with the new radio read technology meters and
. transponders. The Hopkins City Council has approved the commercial meter
upgrade program, and has revised the applicable city ordinance. A copy of the
ordinance is attached.
Beginning in 2005, we will be requiring customers replace their existing water
meter(s). Water meter(s) will need to be replaced with an approved meter{s)
with a radio read transponder. Newer meters that were previously installed, and
that are radio read compatible, will need a radio read transponder installed.
Water meters must be a make and model approved by the City Utility
Superintendent. A water meter installation permit wHl be required for the
upgrading and replacement of water meters, and will specify the make and
model of the water meter required, transponders required and where the meter
can be purchased. The water meter permit may be obtained at no cost at the
City of Hopkins, Public Works, 11100 Excelsior Blvd., Hopkins, MN 55343,
phone 952-939-1382.
The City recognizes that it may not be feasible for you to replace all of your
meters in one year. Therefore, you have the option of upgrading all of your
meters over a three-year period. A replacement schedule is enclosed.
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You may also wish to look intoft1he possibility of downsizing the size of your
meter. If you would like assistance determining whether you can downsize,
please contact the City's plumbing inspector at 952-935-8474.
This letter is being sent to you as written notification requiring you to replace the
water meter(s} listed below on the Replacement Schedule. The meter(s) may
be replaced anytime prior to the specified replacement date. We are providing
a 2004 Badger meter cost list for your convenience.
Meter Replacement Schedule
Accou nt Service Address Size Serial # Replace by:
41 - 1006-35-0 901 911 7TH 8T 8 9963046 12/31/2005
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41-1006-40-0 921 931 7TH 8T 8 9963045 12/31/2005
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41-1006-45-0 920-930 6TH 8T 8 9635990 12/31/2005
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41-1006-50-0 900-910 6TH 8T 8 9635999 12/31/2006
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41-1006-55-0 810-820 6TH 8T 8 9635989 12/31/2006
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4 1 ~ 1 006-60-0 800 6TH 8T 8 9015323 1 2/31/2006
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If you have any questions regarding your account(s}, please feel free to contact
the Utility Dept. at 952-939-1382.
Sincerely,
Michael G. Lauseng
Utility Superintendent
Enc, 12033
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Section 710 - Water system
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710.0l. Water superintendent, The city manager shall appoint a superintendent
who shall have control and management of the water works and system of the city_
The superintendent shall do and perform all acts necessary for the efficient and
economical management and protection of the system.
710.03. Superintendent: powers: duties. Subdivision l. Records. The
superintendent shall keep a complete set of books showing distribution of
accounts of the water department, and shall keep a record of aU tanks,
reservoirs, mains laid, castings, val ves , gates and hydrants located ~n the
system.
Subd. 2. Collections, The director of finance shall keep a correct
account of all receipts and make out all bills for water usage or material s
furnished to consumers, collect the same and deposi t the money so collected with
the treasurer, to the credit of the water utility fund of the city and in
accordance with law and requirements of the city manager and council. ( Amended
Ord. #92-711 )
Subd. 3. Taps and permits. The superintendent shall be notified of all
permits issued for tapping mains, and shall keep a record of all taps and
services, their sizes and location. The Inspections division shall issue permits
and shall be required to keep inspection records. (Amended Ord. #92-711)
Subd. 4. Equipment and tools. The superintendent shall see that
. hydrants and valves are in order and that all leaks are promptly repaired and is
responsible for all city tools and material used by the department.
Subd. 5. Inspections. The superintendent, or an inspector appointed by
the City, shall supervise all taps for services and examine all service pipes and
see that they are properly laid, and stop-cocks placed ~n proper position, and
perform such other duties as may be directed by the manager. (Amended Ord. #92-
711)
Subd. 6. Inventory, The superintendent shall keep a full set of record
books, showing in detail the location and measurements for all water pipes,
hydrants, valves, taps, stop-boxes, tees, crosses and other measurements or
records which may be necessary in the department.
Subd. 7. Location. The superintendent or inspector shall report the
location, and at least two measurements taken from two separate permanent points,
for each tap and stop-box made lD the water mains and service pipes. ( Amended
Ord, #92-711)
Subd. 8. Inspection of premises. The superintendent shall inspect the
premises entered by service pipes, and examine the condition of meters and other
water fixtures; and shall be vigilant to detect and warn against all abuses,
whether from waste or other improper use of water.
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 8/92) 710.03, Subd. 9
. Subd. 9. M.eter records. The superintendent shall keep a record of each
meter In use and of the amount of water used by each consumer. The
superintendent shall perform such other duties as may be directed by the manager.
(Amended Ord. #92-711 )
Subd. 10. Pumps; pumping stations. The superintendent shall have charge
of the pumping stations and of the pump machinery and tools therein.
710.05, Fire department. The chief of the fire department shall see that all
gates and hydrants are restored to their proper condition after use by the fire
department and report to the superintendent all breaks, defective hydrants and
taps.
710.07. Tapping: turning off or on. No person, except those authorized by
the superintendent, shall tap any distributing pipes, or insert stop-cocks or
corporation stops therein, or turn on or off water from any service pipe or cause
water to be so turned on or off, (Amended Ord. #92 711)
710.09. Permits. Subdivision 1. Required. No public water main shall be
tapped or connection made thereto from any lot without first securing the permits
required by this code from the building official and the superintendent and
paying the required fees. (Amended Drd. #92-711 )
Subd. 2. Application. Application shall be made in wriLing to the
building official for a permit to tap a public water main located in a right of
way. The application shall be made upon forms to be provided therefor by the
. city and shall contain the following information:
a) exact legal description of premises for which water or sewer connection
is applied, including plat and parcel number;
b) address of premises;
c) name and address of plumber or other contractor;
d) name and address of owner of premises;
e} date of opening and installation of connection;
f) general description of type and method of connection to be used or made;
and
g) such other pertinent information as the building official may require.
710.11, Taps. No permit to tap any main will be granted unless application
therefore has been made in writing and signed by the owner or his agent duly
authorized by him to do the work, The application must be made to the City's
Inspection division on a form furnished by the city, and all information required
by the form shall be provided, (Amended Ord. #92 -711)
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 8/92) 710.13
. 710.13, Charges, The following charges shall accompany each application for
each connection of any premises to the public water mains:
a) the charges and cost of inspections as established by City Council
resolution; (Amended Ord. #92-711)
b) if, for the parcel described in such application, the city has not been
reimbursed or otherwise secured for said parcel's proportionate
beneficial share of the special benefit and total cost of the
construction and installation of the public sewers within the proj ec t:
district or area in or from which said parcel is to be served, the
applicant shall pay in addition to all other permit fees, a sum equal to
that proportionate share of such special benefit and cost which said
parcel bears to such entire area or district and which was spec ially
assessed or charged for said public improvemen t , plus interest on said
sum at the rate of seven percent per annum from the date or dates of the
original construction or insta Llation of such public improvements to the
date of the issuance of the connection permits.
710.15. Specia] fund. Charges shall be deposited or paid into a special
assessment fund or account and may be credited to the special assessments which
may have been theretofore levied for water improvements involving the premlses
for which the special connection fee has been collected. (Amended Ord. #92-711)
710.17. Terms and conditions. Subdivision 1. General rule. Permits shall
be subject to the following terms and conditions, and the making of the
application for such a permit, the granting of the permit by the city, and the
. tapping of the water main pursuant to the perrni t shall constitute a binding
acceptance of such terms and conditions by the owner of the property, and by all
assignees, successors, grantees, heirs or representatives of such owner.
Subd. 2. Backfill . The applicant shall backfill the opening in the
street and leave the street, curb and sidewalk in a condition satiSfactory to the
city;
Subd. 3, Authorized use. No permit shall authorize anything not stated
in the application, and for any misrepresentation in such application the permit
will be revoked. The owner shall abide by all the laws, rules and regula t ions
governing or relating to the use of city water, or pertaining to the water system
of the city that are now in force or may hereafter be enacted. The permit is to
be used for no premises other than those stated in the application. (Amended Ord.
#92-711)
Subd. 4. Addi tional mains. The owner shall make no objection to the
laying of additional water mains in the strel;;!ts adjoining said land, and upon any
such mains being laid the owner shall sever the permitted connection and make a
new connection with such mains laid after the granting of such permit if required
hy the superintendent so to do,
Subd. 5. Waiver. By the permit the owner waives all claims for damages
against the city on account of damages to water pipes caused by freezing,
breaking or from any other cause.
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 4/97) 710.17, Subd. 6
. Subd. 6 _ Water Charges. Water charges accruing for water used through
the permitted connection shall be a charge against and payable by the owner of
the land served, as well as by the person using the water. The city may cut off
the connection permitted for nonpayment of water charges, and to keep the same
cut off until the provisions of the permit have been complied with and all back
charges and penalties have been fully paid. (Amended Ord. #92-711)
Subd. 7. Meters. All meters shall be an approved brand that is
compatible with the city's meter reading system and must measure by gallon units.
A City permit from the Public Works Department is required prior to the
replacement of any commercial meter or any meter larger than one (I) inch. All
meters must be equipped with a transponder(s) approved by the City. All meters
that are two (2) inche s or larger shall have a transponder for each register, one
for high flow and one for low flow. The approval of meters shall be made by the
City Manager or his/her designee. No turbine meters shall be installed. unless
it has been approved by the Utility Superintendent or an approved designee. The
owner shall pay in CLdv,::mce for the meter & transponder for any meter larger than
one (1) inch. The owner shall ensure that the meter and transponder CLnd Qu::oide
ref:"::=Jte me::er are readily accessible to city staff, with a twelve (12) inch clear
radius around the meter and transponder. to city otCLff, (Amended Ord. #97-798)
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Subd 8. Moving Transponder Unit. The transponder unit shall not be moved
or removed from the property without proper authorization from the City Manage r
or his/her designee. If the transponder or wires connecting to the meter have
been moved or removed without authorization, the property owner will be charged
for the cost of relocation and/or replacement of the unit. (Added Ord. 2004)
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 4/97) 710.19
. 710.19. Work: material: standards. Subdivision 1. Placement. Service pipes
must be laid in such a manner as to prevent rupture by settlement and mus t extend
from the main to the inside of the building or, if not taken into a building,
then to the hydrant or other fixtures which it is intended to supply, and a stop-
cock must be placed outside in an extension service box placed between the
sidewalk and the curb, and shut-off stop-cock or other stop-cock, with waste, of
the size and strength required, shall be placed close to the inside of the
building, well protected from freezing. Where a pipe passes through or is laid
within two feet of foundation walls the pipe should be protected from frost by
enclosing in wood. (Amended Ord. #92-711)
Subd. 2. Material requirements. Service pipes from the main to the
inside shut-off shall be as follows: for repairs to existing 3/4 inch service, a
3/4 inch corporation stop, 3/4 inch copper tubing, ground stop curb stop with
extension service box including a riser operating rod fastened to the curb box;
for a one inch service and all new residential services, a one inch corporation
stop, 1 inch copper tubing, ground stop curb box with extension service box
including riser operating rod fastened to the curb stop; for 1 112 inch or 2 inch
services a tapping saddle will be used, and the appropriate corporation stop
installed into the saddle and copper tubing to a curb stop box with a riser
operating rod installed. Copper pipe must conform in all respects to the
standards published by the American Water Works Association, copies of which will
be kept available in the office of the Water Superintendent. The service pipes
must be a continuous piece from the main to the curbs top and from the curbs top to
the structure if new construction. No compression fi t tings may be installed on
services. For service lines over two inches, stainless steel tappjng sleeves and
. rubber edged gate valves must be used and ductile lron service pipe; all
materials to be of approved size and design. No deviation in size or weights or
pipe is permitted unless a written special permit is obtained for that purpose.
(Amended Ord. #92-711)
Subd. 3, Supply from one corporation stop. No more than one house maybe
supplied from one corporation stop, which may not be larger than one inch, unles s
by speciaL permit. No more than one building may be supplied from one pipe,
connecting with the distribution main, Each building must have a separate stop
box. (Added Ord. #92-711)
Subd, 4. Manifold Repairs. When manifolds incorporating two or more
corporations are In need of repair the manifold system must be abandoned and a
new corporation installed In accordance with the "Material Requirements"
subdivision. Furthermore, the abandoned corporation from the manifold must be
abandoned in accordance with "Old stops plugged" subdivision. No deviation from
this subdivision is permitted unless a written special permit is obtained from
the superintendent. (Added Ord. #92-711)
Subd. 5. Old stops plugged, When new buildings are erected on the siles
of old ones, and it lS desired to increase or change the old water service, no
connections with the mains are permitted until the old corporation stops have
been removed and the main plugged or the old corporation stops have been shut off
if not leaking. When a building lS demolished or being moved the existing water
service must be shut off at the main. and a section of the water line must be eu t
off so that a physical break exists. (Added Orri. #92-711 )
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 4/97) 710.19 Subd. 6
. Subd. 6. Responsibility of
owner. The operation and maintenance of the
service pipe from the property served to the main lS the responsibility of the
owner of the property served including the corporation stop connection at the
main and the curb stop and curb box in the boulevard, and other valves and
fixtures inside the building. (Amended Ord. #92-711)
Subd. 7. Street excavation. The street must be opened in a manner which
will occasion the least inconvenience to the public, and provide for the passage
of water along the gutters. One half of the street must be in good and safe
condition at all times for the passage of vehicles or an adequate detour
provided. No tunneling is permitted except when the exigencies of the case
require such a permit. No excavation in any street or public place shall be left
open over night except thoroughly barricaded or fenced off in accordance with the
Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and properly lighted so as
to secure public safety. When a trench for pipe must be left open during the
night, a sufficient number of lighted lanterns shall be placed over such trench,
from twilight until daylight, and the trench shall be properly fenced. (Amended
Ord. #92-711)
Subd. 8. Ref illing openings. In refilling openlngs the earth must be
replaced In the trench, and thoroughly tamped as directed by the Water
Superintendent. The Water Superintendent may require new trench material hauled
In and existing material hauled away if existing material is unacceptable.
Disposing of the unacceptable material is the responsibility of the contractor.
(Added Ord, #92-711)
. Subd. 9. Pipes: protection. If openings are made for any purpose
whatsoever, and water mains and service pipes exposed, measures must be taken to
protect them from frost. In refilling openings, all the earth must be replaced
in the trench, and if the earth is frozen, it must be removed and the excavation
filled with pure bank sand, in layers of not over six inches, and thoroughly
tamped to prevent after-settlement. (l'.rnended Ord. #92 711)
Subd. 10, Inspections. The superintendent or inspector may examine,
inspect and superintend plumbing work, excavating, refilling, materials and
fixtures, A refusal to permit such inspection, or any interference with the
inspector in the performance of his duty, is grounds for a suspension or
forfeiture of the permit. (Amended Ord. #92-711)
Subd, 11. Change in schedule; notice required. If the plumber laying the
service pipe fails to have the corporation stop inserted at the time specified in
the application, notice must be left with the superintendent or inspector fixing
another day on which the plumber wishes the corporation stop to be inserted. The
notice must be given at least two days previous to the excavation for laying of
the service pipe, and the corporation stop must be inserted before 4:00 0' clock
p.m, , local time, except in special cases, and then the work shall be done only
by written order from the superintendent. (Amended Ord, #92-711)
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 4/97) 710.21
. 710.21. Plumber's return. Plumbers shall make full returns of the ordinary
and special uses to which the water lS designed to be applied with a description
of the apparatus and arrangements for using the water. The return shall be made
by the plumber who obtained the permit within five days after the main is tapped
and filed with the superintendent. The plumber's return shall also contain a
correct measurement of the distance north or south, east or west, of the
particular service pipe from the nearest corner, the measurement to be made on
the face or front of the houses on the streets. The return shall contain the
name of the street containing the pipe which has been tapped and whether the
service pipe enters on the north, south, east or west side of the street, and the
exact location of the stop-cock, and any other information required by the
superintendent.
710.23. Leaks; failure to repair. In case of failure upon the part of any
consumer or owner to repair any leak occurring upon a service pipe, within 24
hours after verbal or written notice to the owner or occupant of the premises,
the water will be shut off and will not be turned on until the charges
established by City Council resolution have been paid, together with such
additional sum as may be necessary to reimburse the city of all expenses incurred
by it because of such break. When the waste of water is great, or when damage is
likely to result from the leak, the water will be turned off if the repair is not
proceeded with immediately upon the giving of the notice. (Amended Ord. #92-711)
710.25, Private water supplies. Subdivision 1. Separation. Water pipes of
the city'S public water system may not be connected to a pump, well or tank that
lS connected to a private waterworks system. (Added Ord. #92-711)
. Subd. 2. Time for Connection. All properties consuming water for
domestic purpose must either connect to the municipal water system within two
years after such service becomes available, or annually submit a water test to
the city's Inspection department that was performed by a State Certified
laboratory, This test must be submitted by May 1st of every year, along with
the proper processing fee establjshed by Council Resolution. Tests must indicate
that the water is potable according to the standards ot the Minnesota Department
of Health and that there is no evidence of recirculated sewage, including
nitrates and coliform bacteria. If, from any cause, the wat:er is not potable
according to the standards, or the owner fails to submit the certification by
June 15 of each glven year, the owner shall make connection with the municipal
water system within 30 days after written notice is given to the owner or
occupant by the city, After the connection has been completed, the city will
not:ify the Department of Health that a well, not in use, is located on said
property, (Added Ord. #92-711)
Subd, 3. City installation. If the owner or occupant of any property
notified in writing to install a water serVlce and make the proper water
connections thereto, fails, refuses, or neglects to make such connections within
30 days after written notice pursuant to subdivision 2 has been given, the
council may, by resolution, direct that a water service be installed and
connections be made with the water mains and that the cost of the installation be
paid in the first instance out of the permanent improvement revolving fund of the
city, and the actual cost thereof assessed against the property so benefited.
(Added Onl. #92-711)
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 4/97) 710.23 Subd. 4-
. Subd. 4. Cost assessed. After such installation and connections are
completed, there shall be served a written notice of such assessment and an order
directing the O\rJIler or occupant of the property to pay the assessment within ten
days after the service of notice, Upon proof of the service of such notice and
order and proof that said assessment has not been paid within the ten days
allowed, the clerk shall certify to the county auditor for collection of other
assessments and benefits. The assessments shall be spread over a term of three
years and shall become a lien upon said property until paid. (Added Ord. #092-711)
710.27. Frozen services. It is unlawful to connect electric welders to any
portion of the water service for the purpose of thawing out a service. Any other
method used for this purpose must be approved by the Water Superintendent. (Added
Ord. *92-711 )
710.29. Meter Tampering. Except for extinguishing fires, no person excep t
authorized city employees may use water from the water system of the city or
permit water to be drawn there from, unless the water is metered by passing
through a meter supplied or approved by the city, or unless the water is pai d for
on a fJat rate basis when using a hydrant. No person may connect, disconnect,
take apart, or in any manner change, or cause to change, or interfere with a
meter or the action thereof unless authorized by the Water Superintendent or
his/her designee. Violation of this section shall subject the property owner to
a fee of $100.00. violation may also result in the discontinuance of water
service either by shutting off the water at the stop box or by severing the
service at the water main if the stop box is inoperable. Should the water
. service be discontinued, reestablishment may not be made until:
(1.) All charges for discontinuance of the water service are paid,
including the fee for interfering with a meter, if applicable;
(2) All charges for reinstitution of water service are paid.
710.30. Meter Responsibility & Testing. The city will maintain and repair or
replace all ~ meters up to and including one (1. ) inch when rendered
unserviceable through ordinary wear and tear. When replacement, repair or
adjustment of a meter is rendered necessary by the act, neglect or carelessness
of the owner or occupant of a premises, the expense caused the city thereby will
be charged against and collected from the owner or occupant of the premises by a
statement of charge itemizing the repairs. The property may be tagged and
appropriately charged, and the water service maybe disconnected until the cause
is corrected and the charge collected. All ~ meters up to and including one
(1) inch water meters are the property of the city, and may be replaced or
changed by the Water Superintendent when necessary.
Repair and maintenance of meters o'c'cr 5/811 over one (1 ) inch shall be the
responsibility of the property owner. Maintenance of meters ::-'I'} r ~ 5/'8 II aver one
(1) inch shall include: certification testing once every ten years or when deemed
necessary by the city's uti.lity billing departmen t, necessary meter repairs to
correct deficiencies, and submittal of test results to the city's bi lling
department demonstrating meter is accurate.
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 8/92) 710,30
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t 1:(; ::::: l. -: :1-'" ~ ::cd m::..y be rcpL::,-::cd or :::hc.;;gec1 by the l'Jo.ter Supcrintcnc.rnt ',;!lC~.
ncceco.J.ry.
Failure to allow the city access to the water meter for inspection or repalr
purposes, or failure to test and repair all meters o'"'cr 5/8" after 30 days
written notice from the city shall be considered an act of negligence and shall
be subject to a fine of $100 per month including the 30 day notice period. A
person violating this subsection is guilty or a misdemeanor and the
superintendent may disconnect the water supply to such meter. (Amended Ord. #92 -
711)
710.31. Hydrants: tampering. A fire hydrant may not be opened without the
proper authority. Any person violating this section shall be guilty of a.
misdemeanor and in addition thereto shall be liable to the city for the value, at
regular city rates, for the amount of water running out of the hydrant during the
period it was open, as such amount of water may be determined by the
superintendent.
710.33. Special Connections. Where a connection is made to an automat i c
sprinkler system, stand pipe for standby service only, or a fire hydrant on
private property, meters or detector check valves must be installed on such
services as required by the city. Should it be found that water not metered is
used through a fire connection for any purpose other than the extinguishing of
fire upon the premises, the owner and occupant will be notified, and if such
improper conditions are not corrected within ten days, the water will be shut off
until proper adjustments are made and the owner shall be subject to the penal ties
. as provided in this ordinance, Regular inspections shall be made of all fire
service connections with all piping, fire gates and other attached appurtenances.
Employees of the Water and Fire departments shall have access to the premise for
such inspection and shall keep a record or all inspections made. (Added Ord. #92 -
711)
710.35. Water towers: checking. It is unlawful for a person to ascend the
ladders or steps connected with the water towers or tanks of the city, or stand
upon the platforms thereo f , unless authorized to do so by the superintendent or
manager. Violation of this subsection is a misdemeanor.
710.37. Right to shut off water or vary water pressure. The Public Works
department reserves the right, at any time when necessary and without notice, to
discontinue water supply or to vary water pressure for the purpose of making
repairs or extensions or for any other purpose deemed to be in the best in teres t
of the genera] public health and welfare. No claim shall be made against the
city for any damage that may result from shutting off water or from varying the
water pressure. The Public Works department shall give notice prior to shut ting
off water if conditions are such that it is possible to do so. (Added Ord. #92 -
711)
710,39. Pressure and supply not guaranteed. The Public Works departmenT', does
not guarantee the customer any fixed pressure or a continuous supply, In
emergencies water may be shut off without notice. (Added Ord. #92-711)
710,41. Disclaimer of liability. The Public Works department shall not be
held responsible by reason of the breaking of any service plpe or appara tus ,
. frozen water services, shut-off, fixtures within the premise, for failure in the
supply of water, or variances in pressure. (Added Ord. #92-711)
Hopkins City Code (Rev. 8/92) 71 0 .43
. 710,43. Authori.ty: manager. The manager, with the approval of the council,
may make rules and regulations supplemental and ln addition to the terms and
provisions of this section regulating and governlng the water works system and
the employees of the city working ln, or assigned to the water utility
department. The manager may limit, regulate or prohibi t the use of city water
furnished by the ci ty water utility to any person and may, with the approval of
the council, issue orders or regulations from time to time prohibiting or
otherwise regulating the use of city-furnished water for sprinkling, air
conditioning or any other use which may in the opinion of the manager be
detrimental to the proper maintenance and functioning of the city water utility
system or to the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the city.
(Amended Ord. #92-711)
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 8/92) 715.01
. Section 715 Sewer and water rates
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715,Ol. Subdivision l. Definitions. For the purpose of this section the
terms defined in this subsection have the meanings given them.
Subd. 2. "Residential" means single family dwellings, duplexes, double
bungalows, apartment buildings or complexes, or condominium.
Subd. 3. "Commercial" means every structure, building, occupancy, use or
endeavor except residential,
715.03. Water rates. Subdivision l. Metered Usage. The water rates per
1,000 gallons of metered water usage shall be established by City COLlnci 1
resolution, The number of gallons of city water furnished from time to time
shall be determined by water meter readings, and if any such water is used on
premises without a proper water meter or if the meter is out of order, the amount
of water used at such interval shall be determined by averaging previous waler
bills for that location with the same or similar use, or by the average amount of
water consumed at other premises during a similar interval with a similar use or
business. Meters may be read by officials of the water department ei ther every
month. :.;~. C'Jcry qU.:lr:.cr. (Amended Ord. #92~712)
Subd. 2. Non-metered usage, The water superintendent or his designee
may allow water to be withdrawn from a hydrant for construction and related
. purposes. Applications for this use are available from the water superintendent
and must be filled out and approved prior to obtaining water. < Applicants must
pay for the water and provide the necessary deposits as required in the Fire
Hydrant Operation Agreemen t . The water superintendent will periodically
establish the flat rate and deposit amount. Flat rate amounts are subject to
increase depending on the amount of water to be withdrawn from a hydrant. (Added
Ord. #92-712)
715,05. Sanitary sewer; connections. Water meters shall be deemed, for the
purpose of this section, to be a sanitary sewer service connection unless such
meter is located III premlses not connected to the sanitary sewer sys tern .
Wherever premlses are connected to the sanitary sewer system but are served
entirely from a private water source, such premises shall be liable for and
subject to the same charges for sanitary sewer service as though the premises
were served with metered city water, and the city may require the installation of
water meters on any private welJ and pump, which meter shall be subject to and
governed by the same rules, regulations of this code as meters for city water.
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 8/92) , 715.07
. 715.07, Sanitary sewer; charges and rates. Subdivision l. Residential. The
sanitary sewer rates, for residential customers shall be established by council
resolution for each 1,000 gallons of metered water usage; provided that a !-:1::l:-::.::.:;.U.l::1
daily water usage be established based on the .]',.cretgc '.:10. "ly water consumption in
the month Or Q'J.:1rtcr ending in January, Fcbr~c;.ry, or tL1.::"C:1. In cases of new
construction or addition, or vacated property to cm,,! TO:: :c1c:r.:::.:.:J.l aT::' ~ r the
average water consumption lS to be determined by the first 30 day period
following its completion or occupancy until the next ensuing month or qu;:;r:::cr
ending in-January, FcbruCl~Y or Eo.::::ch. Whenever such average water consumption of
any such single family dwellings during the monthc or quo.rtcr::; ending in January,
Fcbruo.~y 0'- r1o. rch is shown to be unfairly disproportionate because of the
customer's methods or lack of operation or any other reason, then and in that
event the water superintendent shall establish an average daily water consumption
for the use of fair and suitable methods. The determination of the
superintendent is final. Properties that have separate water meters for domestic
and sprinkling purposes shall not have a daily average of usage set. (Amended Ord.
#99-828)
Subd. 2. Commercial. The sanitary sewer rates for commercial customers
shall be established by council resolution for each 1,000 gallons of metered
water usage. (Amended Ord. #92-712)
715.09. Due dates, Water and sanitary sewer charges are due and payable on
the due date stated on the periodic city utility bill. Each billing for water and
sanitary sewer charges, which is not paid when due, shall incur a 10% penalty
charge on the current billed amount. (Amended Ord. #92-712 )
. 715.1l. Special circumstances. In cases of condominiwn ownership and in any
other situations where it is deemed necessary or convenient for the efficient and
economical operation of the waLer or sewer system, the council may, on
recommendation of the manager, require a customer or premises owner to provide
additiona] sewer or water connections and/or water meters. (Amended Ord. jf 92 - 712 )
715 . 13 . Deposits. The manager may .require any customer (i) whose credi t
rating is not established, or (ii) whose service has been discontinued for
nonpayment of any charge, or (iii) whose account with the city is delinquent for
three or more months, to deposit wjth the clerk either the sum of (a) $100 or (b)
the sum derived by taking the customers city utility bill for summer quarter,
whichever amount is greater. The city may draw from the deposit amounts from
time to time when the account becomes delinquent. (Amended Ord. #92~712)
715.15. Account guarantees. The manager may require the owner or landlord of
premises served by the water and sewer departments, to file with the clerk a
written contract or undertaking guaranteeing the payment of any water and sewer
service account for the premises.
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Hopkins City Code (Rev. 8/92) 715 . 17
. 715.17 , Service disconnections. Failure to pay any account on or before the
due date, or the failure to maintain any deposit as hereinabove required or the
failure to secure and file a written guarantee as provided in 71~ .15 is
sufficient cause or reason to disconnect city water service to any such customer
or premises.
715.19. Unpaid charges. Unpaid city utility bills shall be certified to the
county director of property taxation for collection as other charges pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes, and City Legislative Policy. The owner of the property shall
be liable to the city for all bills accruing through the use of water and sewer
facilities upon said premises whether the same be personally used by said owner,
lessees or other occupant of the premises. (Amended Ord. #98-814)
715.2l. Deleted by Ord. 97-80B
71'.:>.23. Inspections. The manager or designee shall have the right of access
at all reasonable hours of the day to enter any and all parts of any home,
dwelling or other premises for the purpose of examining sewer and water
connections, including meter reading, repairs, disconnections and any other
related purpose. (Amended Ord. #92-712 )
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City of Hopkins
Water Meter Upgrade Permit
Permit Date: April 21, 2004 Permit Number: A030015
Permit Type: Water Meter
Issued To: GRIFFIN COMPANIES
TWN TERR APT
9904 EXCELSIOR BLVD
HOPKINS. MN 55343
Utility Account #: 43-3005-60-0
SeNice Address: 49 5TH AVE S
. THE CITY OF HOPKINS HAS APPROVED THE METERS LISTED BELOW. METERS MAY
BE PURCHASED THROUGH HYDRO METERING TECHNOLOGY 952.890-3811.
ALL WORK TO BE DONE MUST BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
TERMS OF THE HOPKINS CITY ORDINANCE.
(2004 prices listed, pricing may vary)
* Badger Model 120 1-1/2" disc meter wfTrace RTR/RT $458,57
· Badger Radio Read device only RTR encoder & Trace RT Transponder WiD meter (1-1/2" disc meter) $189,21
. Badger Compound 2" meter wlTrace RTR/RT, transponder for each register $1,698.46
* Badger Compound 3" meter wlTrace RTR/RT, transponder for each register $1 ,833.85
. Badger Compound 4" meter wfTrace RTR/RT, transponder for each register $2,736.15
* Badger Compound 6" meter wfTrace RTR/RT, transponder for each register $3,901.64
* Badger Radio Read device only Dual RTR encoders & Trace RT Transponders w/o meter (Compound) $549.45
NOTICE
The attached meter information sheet must be completed and given to the
Utility personnel at the time of the transponder installation and meter inspection.
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City of Hopkins
REQUIRED METER INFORMATION
. Customer Name:
Service Address:
Description of Work Completed:
New meter or
Readings Prior to Repair/Removal Readings After Repair/Replacement
*************************************** ***********************~******************
Date Removed Date Installed
Meter Read Meter Read
Outside Read Outside Read
Meter Serial Number Meter Serial Number
Meter Size Meter Size
Meter Type Meter Type
Meter Model Meter Model
. Radio Read Serial Radio Read Serial
Compound Flow Hiqh or Low Flow Compound Flow Hiqh or Low Flow
(circle correct flow) (circle correct flow)
Register Billed or Informational Register Billed or Informational
(circle bill or info) (circle bill or info)
Pulse: 10 aal 100 aal 1000 gal Pulse: 10 gal 100 aal 1000 gal
(circle correct test circle) (circle correct test circle)
Use a separate sheet for each register.
Test Results: High Flow
Inter Flow
Low Flow
Tested By
Date
. Name of Company pertorming work:
Name & Phone Number of contact person:
* Plumbers/Building Owners should be informed that when doing
any work involving repair/removallinstallation of any meter,
the City MUST be notified with the information
listed below within five (5) days of work being performed.
. You should also contact the City Plumbing
Inspector to see if a permit is required for
the work that is being done.
INFORMATION REQUIRED BY THE CITY OF HOPKINS UTILITY BILLING
* Complete Utility Customer Information:
Name
Address (bill to and service address)
City, State, Zip
* New Service or Repair/Replacement to Existing Service
* If independent meter is installed:
(new meter or replacement or repaired meter)
Meter Brand/Type and Model # (also list if compound meter)
Meter Serial #
Meter Size
. Meter Reading from old meter being taken out
Meter Reading on new meter at time of installation
Date that Meter was installed
Transponder Serial Number (separate transponders for compound meters)
Outside Reader & Inside Meter MUST be set to same reading
* If City meter is installed:
Meter Type
Meter Serial
Meter Size
Meter Reading from old meter being taken out
Meter Reading on new meter at time of installation
Date that Meter was installed
Outside Reader & Inside Meter MUST be set to same reading
* If any work is done and meter is removed/disconnected:
Meter Reading at time of removal/disconnection
Date that Meter was removed/disconnected
Meter Serial and Transponder Serial Numbers
Name and Address where service is located
Outside Reader & Inside Meter MUST be set to same reading
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Attention
No person shall connect, or disconnect, or take apart,
or in any manner change, or permit to be changed, or
interfere with the action or regulation of this water
meter(s) or transponder(s) unless authorized by the
Utility Division. (Hopkins City Code 710.29)
Before any work is performed on this meter,
contact the Utility Division.
City of Hopkins-Utility Division
11100 Excelsior Blvd
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Violation of this shall subject the property
owner to a fee of $100.00.
Violation may also result in discontinuance
of water service.
710,29 Meter Tamperinq, Except for extinguishing fires, no person except authorized city employees
may use water from the water system of the city or permit water to be drawn there from, unless the water
is metered by passing through a meter supplied or approved by the city, or unless the water is paid for on
a flat rate basis when using a hydrant No person may connect, disconnect, take apart, or in any manner
change, or cause to change, or intertere with a meter or the action thereof unless authorized by the
Water Superintendent or his/her designee, Violation of this section shall subject the property owner to a
fee of $100.00, Violation may also result in the discontinuance of water service either by shutting off the
water at the stop box or by severing the service at the water main if the stop box is inoperable, Should
the water service be discontinued, reestablishment may not be made until;
[1 ) All charges for discontinuance of the water service are paid, including
the lee for interiering with a meter, if applicable;
. (21 All charqes for reinstitution of water service are paid.
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