I was the first councillor some years ago to request the second water meter opportunity. I also offered legislation for the water and sewer bill to be an allowable tax deduction. Thus far neither issues have yet to be implemented but I am still trying. As for the deficit, until the audit has been finalized, I shall reserve my comments other than to say no deficit was to have existed as a result of the new water meter installations as was presented to the council before the council voted to accept the new water meter program.