What is the difference between a touch read meter and a manual meter?
A touch read meter is one that can transmit the reading through a wand held by the meter reader when it touches a pad on top of the meter box. The read is then stored in a hand held device until downloaded into the computer system for billing. A manual meter is one that the meter reader has to manually read and input the read into the hand held device. DPW is in the process of installing all touch read meters for new services. This will speed up and ease the meter reading process allowing our field technicians to focus more on maintenance of the distribution system. 3. Why can’t I fence in my meter? It’s on my property. DPW requires unobstructed access to all meters at all times. This is an Arizona Corporation Commission regulation as well as a DPW policy. Even though the water meter does provide water service and is paid for by the water user, it remains the property of DPW. The main reason for this policy with DPW is the safety of the meter readers. Many homes in our area have animal
