Good municipal utilities are always looking for ways to increase efficiency and save their ratepayers money. It’s part of providing the best service possible.In Farmington Hills, Mich., profiled in this month’s issue of Municipal Sewer & Water, it’s all about reducing the amount of water drawn during peak use periods, because that water is more expensive.Farmington Hills owns its own water and sewer systems, but the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) provides all of the city’s water. Rates are calculated for each of the communities served by the DWSD on different models, based on peak hour demand or maximum
Efficient Operations
Utilities strive to reduce costs and improve operations for the benefit of their customers.
May 23, 2014
| by Luke Laggis |
