Development of a Set of Simplified Financial Management of Procedures for Small Cities and Counties in Georgia. Product Number 3: Model to Determine the Cost Effectiveness of Reparing or Replacing Water Meters and Model to Evaluate Leasing Versus Purchasing Equipment

摘要

Results are presented of a study to develop cost/benefit models to help with the decisions of whether to buy or lease motorized equipment; to repair or replace inoperable water meters; and to maintain operating meters on a scheduled basis. Results of a survey conducted of water systems in various Georgia counties are reported. It was determined that a testing and repair program should be established by all water systems.