The water meter

Well, since we're getting close to the end of the year, I guess maybe it's time I let you all know...

We did finally get our water meter replaced so we are in compliance with city utilities. I know. This is pretty riveting news deserving of sharing with the world.

I'm not sure when it began - maybe a couple years ago - but the MyWater program was undertaken to bring the city of Fort Wayne up to speed with the latest leading-edge technology to "exceed customer expectations for the long-term." Apparently the old water meters were outdated, and the new ones will wirelessly deliver usage information and alerts, so city staff will no longer need to drive to customer premises for meter reading, leak detection and other routine activities.

The only requirement of city residents was to schedule an appointment, clear the area surrounding the meter so installers could access it, and have someone 18 years or older present during meter replacement. While it sounds easy enough, I know of several people who dragged their feet and had their water shut off. I'm glad we were not one of them.

We were scheduled for a window between 12:30-2:30pm, and the guy was here right at 12:30 sharp. It took about 30 minutes, and if you didn't know what the old meter looked like you wouldn't even know he was here. Piece of cake.

So, there ya have it. That's the latest. Because, ya know, sometimes that's what life is like. You just do what you're supposed to do and no one gets hurt. Resistance should be reserved for much less vital concerns than water and plumbing. <clears throat> :)