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were dealt with during the year, compared with 120,000 in 1948/49. Due to the provision of more new meters and to the more rapid repair of existing meters only 10% of water accounts had to be averaged compared with some 30% in 1947/48 and 15% in 1948/49. The same rates as those in force in 1948/49 were charged for water during the year under review, viz: $0.80 per unit of 1,000 gallons for trade and domestic purposes, and $2.00 per unit for shipping and construction purposes.
274. 5,200 accounts were issued during the year for work done for consumers on House Service Account.
275. 6,630 Forms F (guarantee to pay water charges) were received and dealt with.
276. 5,740 demand notes for deposit to ensure payment of water charges were sent to consumers.
A. P. WEIR,
Acting Director of Public Works.