Need the ability to update a counter to a new value

As a developer 
I need the ability to update a counter to a new value   
So that I can reflect the state of the system accurately  
   
 ### Details and Assumptions
 * [document what you know]
   
 ### Acceptance Criteria  
   
 ```gherkin
 Given [some context]
 When [certain action is taken]
 Then [the outcome of action is observed]
 ```
