Summary
After the 2002 Fairchild Avenue water tower failure, the city reworked its system management — and went 220 days without a single water main break this year, freeing up crews for potholes and streets.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jan 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Fewer breaks means staff time saved for pothole and street maintenance.
✅Who benefits
Anyone who doesn't like their street torn up or their water shut off.
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