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Mayor Michael Boyter said that several years ago, Bedford installed smart meters, and public works officials advised the city council that water meters should be locked to prevent damage to the more expensive digital equipment.
“There were unintended consequences to that decision,” Boyter said.
As pipes began to burst, the city got calls from residents, he said.
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Bedford locked water meters years ago. Now officials are reversing that decision
Bedford locked water meters years ago. Now officials are reversing that decision
After the massive power outages and water pipes bursting this week, Bedford officials say they want water meters unlocked.
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“There were unintended consequences to that decision,” Boyter said.
As pipes began to burst, the city got calls from residents, he said.
The winter storm
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