A. The ownership of all water mains, extensions thereof, fire hydrants, services and all related appurtenances located in public streets and utility easements or rights-of-way, shall be vested solely in the utilities division. Any developer, person, firm or corporation having an interest in the construction and/or payment for such water mains, extensions, fire hydrants, services and related appurtenances shall relinquish interest upon acceptance of the facilities by the utilities division. Relinquishment of such facilities shall be a prerequisite to the utilities division supplying water to facilities located within the city limits.

B. The utilities division shall install all distribution mains and appurtenances within the city unless specifically agreed otherwise in writing or required by law. The utilities division shall maintain and operate water mains, facilities and appurtenances owned by the city. (Ord. 1237-86 § 7, 1986.)