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\, Y' •� t r <br /> '++w J.���TT �� <br /> • <br /> ' <br /> • <br /> 5/18/82 Page -14- <br /> If the City wishes to have a good system <br /> and have the water available, we need <br /> to take care of it right now. <br /> Referring to Mr. Yekel's questions on <br /> steps not being linear it was his feeling <br /> the base line has been so negative for <br /> so long, it won' t be linear for the next <br /> 10 years. This has been ignored for too <br /> long. <br /> Addressing the concerns of the senior <br /> citizens and others on fixed incomes, <br /> felt that Council should review the rates <br /> to see if something could be done. <br /> It was his sincere opinion that each council <br /> member recognized the fact that something <br /> had to be done. and everyone showed this <br /> concern through all the work sessions; also <br /> made intelligent decisions why the increase <br /> was needed and must be done now. If the <br /> City waits 2 or 3 years, there won't be any <br /> water and the increase will be an additional <br /> 50%. <br /> Councilman Ferrera Commented raising water rates is a very <br /> unpopular situation for any councilmember, <br /> but after the numerous study sessions it <br /> was a definite neccessity to preserve our <br /> water system. <br /> Referring to Mr. Martinez's comment regard- <br /> ing a desired level and a practicable level <br /> Ferrera confirmed the rates were structured <br /> for the needed level. It was his feeling <br /> for the City to maintain a sound water and <br /> sewer system the proposed increase is necessary. <br /> Councilman Fauson Commented he didn't wish to create an apples <br /> and oranges situation at this time, but <br /> felt it was necessary because this evening <br /> the water and sewer agreement with Superior <br /> would be discussed; this should be considered <br /> as part of the entire picture of the increase. <br /> His concern was not only with the persons <br /> on fixed incomes, but the young home buyers <br /> as well. The rate of unemployment is high, <br /> some people taking a cut in pay to retain <br /> their jobs . It was his opinion there was <br /> A need for a small increase, but felt the <br /> proposed increase was too much. He wished <br /> to encourage counci1members to reconsider <br /> the proposal for a lesser amount. <br />