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“Failure to complete survey by July 31st may result in termination of water services.”

This short message was printed on a bright orange slip of paper which was included with a letter and survey mailed by the City of Colfax to residents.

The warning prompted a strong and almost immediate response.

Some residents were incensed that the city could cut off their water service even though their water bill was current. A few thought this was an example of overreach by government. Some claimed the threat of stopping city water service was illegal.

Of the comments, not one mentioned the importance of...