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opportunity may present itself in more accurate systems to better tract water usage.
Evaluation of automatic meter reading (AMR) began in FY21. AMR is a proven technology that
will automatically collect consumption, diagnostic, and status data from water meters which
in turn transfers that data to a central database for biling, troubleshooting, and analyzing
purposes. A pilot program was initiated in FY21. Development and implementation of a
proactive water valve exercise program will ensure the ability to manage a major water shut-
off emergency. Capital projects identified in the 2014 Water and Wastewater Master Plan will
be initiated based on funding availability.

Public awareness and education concerning the mission and functions of the department,
including infrastructure management and resource constraints, will be an ongoing priority of
the department throughout the upcoming years. Efforts to improve the accuracy of our GIS
datasets and utilizing this information in VUEWorks is critical in ensuring we know each asset
we own, where it is, what condition it is in, and what maintenance we’ve performed on it.
Opportunities to improve and document policies, procedures and practices will increase
effectiveness and organizational sustainability. Long-term planning is critical for the future
health of Colleyville’s infrastructure systems and continuation of essential service delivery and
completion of asset inventories and planning for condition assessments are key components
in this process. Public Works staff will continue to evaluate performance and activity measures
for accuracy and relevance, focusing on aligning measures with City Council’s identified
standards of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Transparency. Additionally, training
needs will be identified and addressed to further develop a committed team to successfully
build and maintain the public infrastructure well into the future.

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