Water Meter replacement
3/3/2026
The Town of Jerome Received a Grant for a Full System-Wide Replacement of All Water Meters at No Cost to Residents and Water Users
The Town of Jerome was fortunate to have recently received a grant from the Water Infrastructure Financing Authority (WIFA) to cover the overwhelming majority of the cost of a full system replacement of water meters throughout the Town. The Advanced Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI) meters utilize the latest technology that will reduce staff time needed to read meters, provide accurate water usage data, allow for real-time leak detection, and enhance water resource management. AMI meters have been proven to be safe, accurate and dependable and are endorsed by non-profit water conservation groups and water managers throughout the country.
You can read about AMI technology and testimonials in many academic journals and comprehensive studies, along with through the United States Environmental Protection Agency and a variety of other government and non-government water systems. Many cities and towns in Arizona have already switched to AMI water meter technology with only positive reports. 100’s of millions of gallons of water are reportedly saved each year throughout the United States as a result of the AMI technology.
As you may be aware, some of the water meter placements in the Town are quite difficult to get to and put the manual reader in a moderate to high risk situation. The new AMI meters will negate this hazardous situation, while also providing real-time leak detection which will likely mitigate damage to foundations throughout Town.
The Town Council have heard the pros and cons of AMI from a variety of resources, including: staff, interested citizens and business owners, and vendors. In addition, they have conducted their own research into the AMI meters and technology. The Council are providing the opportunity for water users to opt out of receiving an AMI meter. Those that would opt out will receive a new digital meter that requires staff to physically check the meters each month for the reading and do not provide real-time leak detection. If you elect to opt out you must return the Opt Out form (link below) along with payment of $50.00 no later than Wednesday, April 1, 2026.