While it’s not uncommon for a project plan’s cost to overrun, the city is citing equipment such as residential valve repairs, curb box location services and operation of curb valves as the source.

The difference is that Smart Valve is available right now for $160, whereas Water Hero isn’t expected to ship out for another year. Drew Prindle Former Senior Editor, Features ...

Hazleton City Authority’s Water Department board wants its engineer to inspect curb boxes at two project sites after problems were detected with about half of the devices that were installed ...