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WESTMINSTER (ORANGE COUNTY)local legislationAgenda Ready

Proposed $900,000 Purchase of Water Meter Equipment

Original title: Purchase of Sensus AutoGun Meter Reading Devices, Water Meters, and Parts for FY 2026-2027 in an amount not to exceed $900,000 from Aqua-Metric Sales Company.

June 24, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This expenditure authorizes the city to acquire hardware necessary for water usage tracking and billing infrastructure for the upcoming fiscal year.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Aqua-Metric Sales Company

The company is the designated vendor for the $900,000 equipment contract.

City Water Utility Customers

The purchase of new meters and reading devices impacts the hardware used to track and bill their water usage.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The City Council is considering a proposal to spend up to $900,000 on water meter reading devices, new meters, and replacement parts for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The equipment would be purchased from Aqua-Metric Sales Company.

Key Facts

  • The City Council is reviewing a proposal to authorize a purchase of water meter equipment.
  • The total expenditure is capped at a maximum of $900,000.
  • The purchase covers the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
  • The items to be purchased include Sensus AutoGun Meter Reading Devices, water meters, and associated parts.
  • The designated vendor for this purchase is Aqua-Metric Sales Company.
  • The item was introduced for consideration on June 10, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this purchase?
The city is purchasing meter reading devices, water meters, and parts to maintain or upgrade water infrastructure for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
Is this a final approval?
No, the document status is 'Agenda Ready,' meaning it is currently scheduled for review by the City Council.

Why It Matters

This expenditure authorizes the city to acquire hardware necessary for water usage tracking and billing infrastructure for the upcoming fiscal year.

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Discoveries

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financial connection90% confidence

Vendor Procurement

The city is utilizing a specific vendor, Aqua-Metric Sales Company, for proprietary Sensus-brand equipment.

Connected Entities

organizationAqua-Metric Sales CompanyThe vendor selected for the supply of water meter equipment.Map →
organizationCity CouncilThe governing body reviewing the purchase request.Map →

Sources

Open source document

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Analysis Score

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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