Summary
Stow wants to replace its aging water meters citywide with a connected smart-meter system, funded by a $4.1 million, 0% OPWC loan. Old meters that don't send readings mean lost water revenue. Residents raised privacy and radiation concerns, but no opt-out is planned.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $4.1 million, repaid over 20 years at 0% interest if the OPWC loan is awarded.
All water customers get accurate billing and, in apartments, individual unit meters.
Residents with smart meter privacy or radiation concerns, who would have no opt-out.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Sep 24, 2026
Council authorized applying for state infrastructure funding toward replacing outdated water meters, a project estimated up to $4.1 million through sole-source vendor Core & Main.
Finance Committee - Sep 24, 2026
Stow wants to replace its aging water meters citywide with a connected smart-meter system, funded by a $4.1 million, 0% OPWC loan. Old meters that don't send readings mean lost water revenue. Residents raised privacy and radiation concerns, but no opt-out is planned.
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