On Sun, 15 May 2005 15:59:11 GMT, frank1492
wrote:

Why was I of the impression that homeowners were not supposed
to tamper with the town's valves? (The house is in CT.) We do know
where the valve is, and it is accessible. Are keys readily available
to deal with these?

yes keys are available to deal with water main cut off valves...go to
the Home Depot hand tool department and ask for a "Crescent Wrench" or
any other brand of "Adjustable Wrench"...stick it down in your water
meter box and turn the water off.

Bill