Saint Paul file RES 26-978, before the Saint Paul City Council. Did not pass as of 2026-06-16.
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Smart meters track water use at one housing building The city will install advanced meter equipment at 1000 Edgerton Street to measure water usage more accurately and help the housing authority manage costs.
May help city reduce water waste across housing stock Installing smart meters at public housing sites can reveal leaks and high usage patterns, potentially lowering water bills and freeing money for other repairs.
Privacy and cost burden details unclear from resolution The agreement does not spell out who pays for the equipment, maintenance, or data storage, and residents' water-usage data access rights are not addressed.
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