To the Editor:

In their great wisdom, Long Beach Township officials have decided to have township homeowners install water meters, at their own expense. It would seem to be easier just to bill people a set amount as has been done previously, but I am sure there are good reasons to change the system. One reason I can think of immediately is that it is a more equitable system, with each resident paying for exactly what they use.

After many discussions with my plumber, I decided I wanted the water meter issue behind me before I went on a cruise…

September 18, 2019