Kingdom City Liability of Village ordinance (§ 700.490)
Chapter 700: Water Regulations · Article VII. Water Service
In short: The city says it isn't liable for losses from water pressure, volume or supply problems, broken mains or service pipes, or interruptions for machinery breakdowns or repairs. It promises only reasonable care, and customers get no damages or refund for an interruption of service.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
A. The Village shall not in any way or under any circumstances be liable or responsible to any person or persons for any loss or damage from any excess or deficiency in the pressure, volume or supply of water due to any cause whatsoever. The Village shall use reasonable care and diligence to prevent and avoid interruptions and fluctuations in the service, but it cannot and does not guarantee that such will not occur.
B. The Village shall not be liable or responsible for any claim made against it because of any mains or service pipes breaking, or for any interruption of the supply of water caused by the breaking of machinery or stoppage for necessary repairs, and no persons shall be entitled to damages or have any portion of a payment refunded for any interruption of service.
Official source: Village of Kingdom City official Code of Ordinances (online), § 700.490
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.