PUTNAM — SUEZ officials announced that on behalf of the Town of Putnam, the company will be replacing all water meters in the town. The program is expected to be completed by June of 2017.

“Meters currently located throughout the town can become worn; may not be functioning properly, or require an at-home appointment to accurately read a meter,” said John Marcin, SUEZ area manager. “That’s why the Town is requiring all customers to have their water meter replaced. The new meters enable us to provide accurate and timely bills. And, best of all, Advanced Meter Infastructure (AMI) technology detects leaks, reverse flows and measures how much water is being consumed at each meter”.

Marcin said SUEZ is working with an experienced contractor to install the state-of-the- art meters. The company will replace all customer water meters with a more convenient, high- tech fixed network meter system. The new system will remotely transmit meter readings into the customer service database.

“The meter replacement program is a good example of why we brought SUEZ into Putnam to manage our water and sewer operations,” said WPCA Chairman Jim Shaw. “This is a value- added project proposed by SUEZ that will modernize our collection of water usage that will benefit both our ratepayers and the WPCA.”

The meter replacements and installations will be completed by Corix Utilities, Inc., a leader in the implementation of sustainable water, wastewater and energy utility infrastructure solutions. SUEZ will oversee the installation of the new meters, but all appointments for replacements will be managed by Corix Utilities. The installation, which takes between 30 to 45 minutes, is free.

“We believe customers will appreciate the convenience and security provided by the remote metering system,” said Marcin.

In the coming weeks, Putnam customers will receive a notice in the mail from Corix Utilities. The letter will contain information about scheduling an appointment to have the meter replaced. Customers are encouraged not to call Corix Utilities until a letter is received from them with calling directions.

 

“We encourage Putnam customers to schedule their appointments in a timely manner,” said Bob Edwards, Corix Utilities Meter Installation supervisor. “This will help us complete the project quickly and serve the Town more efficiently.”

“We believe customers will appreciate the convenience and security provided by the remote metering system,” said Marcin.