Summary
Residents hit with huge bills from hidden leaks finally get relief: up to $500 back for homes, $2,000 for businesses, if the leak was verified and fixed. Former employee Wendy Ferguson and resident Taha Saleh questioned why this wasn't offered before and how it's funded.
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Last discussed Aug 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
Refunds come from the Water Enterprise Fund, meaning all water ratepayers share the cost; staff will report quarterly.
Homeowners, businesses, and churches stuck with surprise leak bills — up to once every two years.
Water ratepayers collectively absorb the cost of adjustments; people who leave sprinklers running don't qualify.
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