Meet ‘Pearl’ with Sanford’s water meter replacement project

The City of Sanford has a new mascot for its multi-million water meter replacement project.

WATCH CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS

Pearl is part of the multi–million dollar initiative to upgrade the city’s water infrastructure.

The mascot was designed to get residents excited through the 24-month project.

City employees chose the winning design from the graphic design contest.

Read: Dance the Night away with Dua Lipa at Madame Tussauds Orlando

Billie Jean Puleo created Pearl, which is named after the iPERL water meter that will be installed.

Sanford officials said Pearl represents progress and technology.

Pearl will be featured on the city’s social media platforms and websites.

A life-size version of Pearl in the main lobby of City Hall, the Commission Chambers and the Utility Customer Service area.

Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.