Water and sewer service is provided to all residential and commercial buildings in the city and to some adjoining sections of Rockbridge County. Lines are maintained and extended as necessary to provide water and sewer service to new buildings and developments within the city. There are approximately 2,600 water meters that are read for billing purposes. Department employees read about half of the meters one month and the other half the following month. Employees record metered consumption and address questions or problems which arise concerning the bills or consumption. The Public Works Department also prints and mails water and sewer bills. The city treasurer collects and posts payments at her office in City Hall located at 300 East Washington Street.