Bedford locked water meters years ago. Now officials are reversing that decision
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
2/20/2021
Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Feb. 20—BEDFORD — The winter storm that caused power outages and burst pipes brought unintended consequences to Bedford as people couldn't shut off their water because their meters were locked.
But city officials said it's time to change that.
Mayor Michael Boyter said that several years ago, Bedford installed smart meters, and public works officials advised the city council that water meters should be locked to prevent damage to the more expensive digital equipment.
"There were unintended consequences to that decision," Boyter said.