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Mounds View City Council Regular Meeting -August 28, 1995 8 Ms. Trude apologized for quoting incorrect figures as to when the system will be paid in full. Duane McCarty, 8060 Long Lake Road, stated he was under the impression last week that there would be a little bit longer time frame in which to respond. He is still not sure if he understands why a "pay as you go" system will not work for the City of Mounds View. He does not feel residents should incur debt on their children and grandchildren. He does not understand why it would be more difficult to schedule change out with residents under an on-going maintenance program than an entire program. Mayor Linke stated in regard to the ongoing system, the city has been doing that since the 1980's. The city has not been able to ever catch up or jump ahead of the system. Right now the city is replacing approximately 75 meters each year. There is not sufficient staff to accommodate the changes. Mr. McGarry stated he is a firm believer in participating democracy and he strongly feels that it does not hurt to give another week or two to the public to be sure that they all understand what is being done. The public may have some worthwhile ideas too. Mayor Linke noted that the national accuracy average in water meters is 85%. The city's accuracy was found to be 94% but this was only based upon the inspection of 30 meters. VOTE: 4 ayes 1 nay (Trude) Motion carried. 1. Report of Council members Council member Quick stated he had the opportunity to visit the golf course on Saturday, August 26, 1995. He ran into twelve golfers, only two from Mounds View. They all commented that they thought the golf course was fantastic. The two Mounds View players had high regards for the course, stating they could both play at their awn level. He further noted that the fairways and greens are in a lot better shape than they were at the grand opening. He wished to credit the grounds crew for their hard work. Council member Blanchard: No Report Council member Hankner: She reported that she had just recently played the course for the first time and commented that it was a fun and challenging course. •