Project Description
The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) – Whitevale Water (WVW) is beginning a Universal Water Metering Program in 2026. The program entails installing water meters in meter pits near the property line on existing water services. These new meters will use Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) technology. AMR uses wireless radio frequency technology to collect meter reading data remotely using low-frequency radio waves, which are generated by a battery-powered device called an EncoderReceiver-Transmitter (ERT). All WVW water meters will be outfitted with an ERT, which is typically mounted on the inside of the meter pit lid.
It has been identified that WVW high water consumption is an issue affecting service and infrastructure longevity, especially during the summer months, and it is recommended that universal metering at property lines and volumetric water rates be implemented. Metering at property lines will also reduce the risk of on-site service leaks as these leaks would be quickly detected and could be repaired in a timely manner.
This project is partially funded by the Electoral Area "D" Community Works Fund from the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF). The CCBF provides predictable, long-term, and stable funding to local governments for infrastructure projects. This program is funded by the Federal Government and administered in British Columbia by the Union of BC Municipalities.
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