Title to all water meters, curb-cocks and appurtenances that are attached through
service lines or branches thereof to the water mains of the city water system, including
the meter and curb-cock boxes enclosing the same, shall be vested in the city for
the singular use and benefit of the waterworks board of trustees. No person other
than a duly authorized agent or representative of the waterworks board of trustees
shall open the meter or curb-cock or appurtenances thereto. The waterworks board of
trustees shall maintain, repair and replace all meters, curb-cocks and appurtenances
in connection therewith at its cost and expense.
