Marco Island Advances Smart Water Meter Upgrade

Published on July 1, 2025

Marco Island has approved the implementation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) to modernize its water system and improve billing accuracy.

The decision follows a citywide audit conducted in partnership with Johnson Controls, which revealed that many older mechanical meters were under-reporting usage, particularly in some condominium complexes.

The upgrade will replace 11,500 meters with ultrasonic smart meters that provide hourly data and automatic reporting through a secure radio network. Customers will gain access to real-time usage insights, leak alerts, and conservation tools via a web portal and mobile app. Full deployment is expected by early 2026, with billing system upgrades and digital platforms being developed in the interim.

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