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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986 UC DocumentsPursuant to due Commission was Council Chambers (Pity of osemount 1367-145TH ST. E. ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 61 2- 423 -441 1 call and notice thereof a Regular Meeting of the Utilities duly held on Monday, January 13, 1986, at 6:30 p.m. in the of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with all members present. Items added to the agenda: Item 2(a) Administration of Oath; Item 2(b) Election of President for 1986; and Item 6(b) Evenson 1st Addition Preliminary Plat. The City Administrator administered the oath of office to Dale Westin reappointed to a three year term on the Utilities Commission. MOTION by Westin to reelect Joseph Walsh as president for 1986. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. MOTION by Walsh to approve the minutes of the December 9, 1986 regular meeting as printed. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. MOTION by Walsh to approve the bills listing as presented. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Jim Roth of SEH was present and provided input on correcting the well and lift station control system. Much discussion ensued on the method to be employed in solving the problems that the City has encountered for the past several years with the supervisory control now being used. President Walsh noted that there was inadequate information regarding a full computer control system to allow the Board to make any recommendation on spec writing at this time and requested that Mr. Roth continue his feasibility report to provide this information; and if this information is available prior to the next meeting, he should contact Don Brown and set up a meeting with Don Brown and President Walsh. At this meeting, then President Walsh would determine if a special meeting is needed or if the decision could be delayed until the February regular meeting. There were no comments offered on the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission memorandum of December 20, 1985 with President Walsh indicating that nothing should be done with this item. The Evenson 1st Addition Preliminary Plat was presented for review and comment. The memorandum from Don Brown regarding the suspected deficiencies in the utilities in this plat was reviewed. The Commission agreed that as soon as weather and ground conditions allow the Public Works Department to inspect the area and determine that sewer and water are in fact installed per City specification for the three lots involved and information is received and estimates given on the storm water corrections needed, any deficiencies found should be corrected by the developer. MOTION by Walsh to recommend to the City Council that the Utilities Commission recommend approval of the Evenson 1st Addition Preliminary Plat contingent upon the agreement that sewer, water and storm sewer be completed and installed to City specification. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Utilities Commission January 13, 1986 Page 2 Don Brown reported on the watermain break that was experienced during the Christmas holidays and commended the outside contractor and the City forces for affecting the repair under such adverse conditions. Don Brown advised that he has enrolled George Romo in the sewer collection seminar January 22 -24, 1986. President Walsh advised the Commission members of the energy audit prepared by the individual from Red Wing through a program sponsored by Councilmember Willard's firm. President Walsh further advised the Commissioners that he will cause this report to be copied to them and that Councilmember Willard be asked to pass along the Utilities Commission's thanks for the report. NOTION by Walsh to adjourn. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. smj M r7 61- -A Respectfully submitted, on F. Darling Secretary 04 Pursuant Utilities 6:30 p.m. • • �ii�y o� �JLosernouni 1367 -145TH ST. E. ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 61 2- 423 -441 1 to due call and notice thereof a Regular Meeting of the Commission was duly held on Monday, February 10, 1986, at in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with Commissioner Westin absent. Items added to the agenda: Item 6(c), O'Leary's Hills 2nd Addition Preliminary Plat; Item 6(d) Rosemount West Preliminary Plat. MOTION by Hasbrouck to approve the minutes of the January 13, 1986 meeting as presented. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. MOTION by Walsh to approve the bills listing as presented. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Don Brown presented an update on the water system and lift station control system with the assistance of Jim Roth from SEH. Discussion was held on many subjects including CIP funding and funds available for this control system as well as the final configuration of the control system. MOTION by Walsh to authorize plans as discussed with alternate delete for the various components that Hasbrouck. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. and specifications for a total system options to provide cost breakdown make up this system. Second by Don Brown reported on the energy audit for Well No. 3 and advised the Commission that having pointed out to the author of the report the many discrepancies the author has declared that this report will be redone and presented in its revised form. Don Brown presented the year end operating report to the Commission, and it was noted at this point in the agenda that the 1986 CIP funding transfer could be made along with the $85,000 estimated requirement for the supervisory control system. MOTION by Hasbrouck to transfer $15,000 from the general operating funds to the CIP funds on the formula developed in 1985 for this purpose. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. MOTION by Hasbrouck to transfer $85,000 from the general funds of sewer and water to the 1986 CIP fund as the monies needed for the purchase of the computer control system based on a 70 percent water obligation and a 30% sewer obligation. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. President Walsh advised the Commission and those present that he had authorized $1,815.50 to be placed with the City of Farmington for a radio system that they had offered for sale through the League magazine. President Walsh further advised that the equipment being offered is compatible with the City's utilities radio system and would enhance the system greatly with this small investment. President Walsh requested ratification approval as the Utilities Department was notified that the bid presented was accepted by the City of Farmington. Utilities Commission February 10, 1986 • Page Two MOTION by Hasbrouck to ratify the purchase of radios from Farmington as discussed in the amount of $1,815.50. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. O'Leary's Hills 2nd Addition Preliminary Plat was presented for the Utilities Commission review. MOTION by Walsh to recommend approval to the City Council of the O'Leary's Hills 2nd Addition Preliminary Plat noting that sewer and water are available to the proposed plat. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. The Rosemount West Preliminary Plat was presented for review and comment. MOTION by Walsh to recommend to the City Council that the Utilities Commission recommended approval of the Rosemount West Addition Preliminary Plat as presented noting that sewer and water will be made available for this project. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Don Brown presented a lengthy discussion and update on the safety equipment previously purchased and safety equipment previously proposed for purchase indicating to the Commission that the requirements placed upon cities determine the equipment necessary even though that equipment • may not be ever used. There are several items needed at this time to complete the safety equipment inventory, and Mr. Brown advised that he will continue the pursuit of these acquisitions. MOTION by Hasbrouck to adjourn. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. esp tfu u itted, Don Dar ing, Secrr ary LJ 644pursuant to Commission Hall. ify of osernouni 1 367- 1 45TH ST. E. ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 61 2 -- 423 -441 1 due call and notice thereof a Regular Meeting of the Utilities was duly held on Monday, March 10, 1986, at 6:30 p.m. at the City The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with all members present. MOTION by Walsh to approve the minutes of the February 10, 1986 meeting as presented. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. MOTION by Walsh to approve the bills listing as presented. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. A letter from Jim Roth from SEH was presented indicating that the lift station control system plans and specifications are about seventy percent complete and will be forwarded for review as soon as complete. The Public Works Director presented the CNW Preliminary Plat and Concept PUD Plan for discussion and recommendation. He advised the Commission that sewer and water are available to the site, and he would recommend that the Utilities Commission send a recommendation to the Council that municipal services including sewer, water, storm sewer and street lights be installed in this project. MOTION by Walsh to recommend to the City Council that the Utilities • Commission recommend approval of Chicago and North Western Addition preliminary plat as presented noting that sewer and water will be made available for this project. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Don Brown presented information on the repairs needed for Well No. 3 advising the Commission about two weeks ago Well No. 3 ceased to operate. Don Brown at that time had Keys Well Drilling pull the pump assembly, transport it to their facility, and prepare for inspection. The inspection revealed considerable deterioration in the drive shaft, spider bearings and column pipe. The upper bearing on the bowl assembly would be the only item needing replacement on the lower end, but Brown and the well company recommended total replacement of the column pipe and drive system from the bowl assembly up to the motor. The cost of removal and preparation and inspection stands at $1,100. Keys Well Drilling is estimating to put the well back into operating condition would cost an additional $6,600, but to replace all the column pipes would cost an additional $1,500 making the total cost for the ultimate repair to the amount of $9,200. MOTION by Walsh to approve the expenditures of $9,200 for the repair of Well No. 3 pump system. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Don Brown advised the Commission that the new pickup that was authorized in December is to be delivered in the next two or three days. MOTION by Westin to adjourn. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. • spe f 11 mitte Don F. Darling, Secretary �� ` 1367 - 145TH ST. E. %�� ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 P - f ` iV'o's e Yn o U n 612- 423 -4411 u-s C{7Ymnlssun1 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Utilities Commission of the City of Rosemount was duly held on Monday, April 7, 1986, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with member Hasbrouck absent. Item 5(b), Evenson Plat Services Update, was added to the agenda. MOTION by Westin to approve the minutes of the March 10, 1986 meeting as presented. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. The Commission reviewed the plans and specifications for the pump and lift station control system that was presented by Jim Roth of SEH. MOTION by Walsh to accept and approve the plans and specifications for the pump and lift station control system with the changes discussed at this meeting and to authorize an advertisement for bids. Second by Westin. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. MOTION by Walsh to set 3:00 p.m., May 14, 1986 as the time to accept the • bids for the pump and lift station control system to be opened at city hall. Second by Westin. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Don Brown reported that one of the units in the Evenson Plat is not serviced by a 3/4 inch water line noting that all commercial properties are to be serviced by a one inch minimum water line. Discussion with staff indicates that the demand at this facility is somewhat less than the 3/4 inch residential service that is in place and recommended leaving this service in place until such time as the demand becomes greater than the service can provide. MOTION by Walsh to agree to leaving the 3/4 inch service in place at the Master Transmission location until the use of the building changes which will require increased line capacity. Second by Westin. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Don Brown informed the Commission that a sewer line serving the Rosemount Auto Body that was placed in the recent past does not meet city specifications in that it enters a manhole in a fashion unacceptable per city specifications. MOTION by Walsh that the sanitary sewer located behind Rosemount Auto Body be corrected to city standards and run north to a "Y" with other corrective action being taken under supervision of the city staff. Second by Westin. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Utilities Commission April 7, 1986 • Page 2 The Secretary advised that the Orrin Thompson presentation regarding the looping of deadend water lines will not be heard at this meeting as that group has received indication from the staff that looping of deadend water lines within the City of Rosemount is a matter of fact and is not a negotiable item. Don Brown presented the Highpointe First Addition Plat for review. MOTION by Walsh to recommend to the City Council approval of the Highpointe First Addition and that municipal services will be made available to this plat. Second by Westin. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Don Brown presented a proposed budget for the department for 1986 with the Commission advising their full agreement with the budget as presented. Don Brown reported that the repair to the pump from Well #3 has been made and the pump will be returned to Rosemount and reinstalled in Well #3 sometime this week. Don Brown reported that the new Utilities Department half ton pickup has arrived, been paid for, and placed into service. Don Brown advised that the vendor for the fluoride for the city has advised • that they were forced to go to self- insurance for their liability insurance; and having done this, requires that they meet conditions set out by their attorneys. One condition is that the storage barrels at the delivery points will be replaced periodically at the expense of the customer. MOTION by Westin to adjourn. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. f u 11 y sybrrrtt-�ed , n F. DaiAling, Secretary • �gs �� 1367 - 145TH ST. E. ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 e m 0 u n l 612- 423 -4411 iies 6:omnj nissuwu Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Utilities Commission of the City of Rosemount was duly held on Monday, May/,G, 1986, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with Member Westin absent. MOTION by Hasbrouck to approve the minutes of the April 7, 1986 regular meeting as printed. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. MOTION by Walsh to approve the bills listing as presented. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. The Commission was advised by Acting Public Works Director Richman Cook and the Secretary that the necessary approvals have not been received to eliminate the double pumping lift station in Section 31 thereby causing the lift station maintenance agreement discussion to be a moot issue. Acting Public Works Director Cook presented information regarding the watermain extension from 145th Street to the Ken Rose building requesting ratification of the Public Works Department's action to cause the installation of this line. • MOTION by Hasbrouck to ratify the expenditure of $3,023 for the installation of watermain and hydrant from 145th Street to the Ken Rose building. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Acting Public Works Director Cook presented an update regarding the proposed upgrading of emergency generators at the fire hall and new city hall. Not enough information is available at this time to make a rational decision on this project with instruction from the Commission to the Director to prepare a recommendation for one of the next regular meetings. Acting Director Cook advised the Commission that the utilities owned 1976 Dodge pickup was sold at the Hennepin County auction for $650. Acting Director Cook presented an update on the water and sewer monitoring system indicating that all equals have been identified as Edison, Auto -Con, Aquatrol, Healey Ruff and Dynamic Control. It was noted that the bid opening for this equipment will be Wednesday, May 14, 1986, at 3:00 p.m. Acting Director Cook reported that a physical inspection was made of the water tower paint job in line with the requirement of the one year warranty. He advised that the paint has no evidence of deterioration at this point in time. LJ Utilities Commission Minutes May 5, 1986 Page Two • The Secretary reported the Treasurer position changes that will cause a vacancy in the Administrator /Clerk position which will be advertised. MOTION by Walsh to adjourn. Second by Hasbrouck. A: 2. Nays: 0. smj • • o tfu i tte , Don F. rling Secretary 014 Pursuant to Commission at 6:30 p.m • • 1(pi t yof osernouni 1367 -145TH ST. E. ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 612- 423 -4411 due call and notice thereof the Regular Meeting of the Utilities of the City of Rosemount was duly held on Monday, June 9, 1986, . in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with all members present. Item 6 -C, Curb & Gutter Repairs, was added to the agenda. MOTION by Walsh to approve the minutes of the May/,', 1986 meeting as presented. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. MOTION by Hasbrouck to approve the bi 11 s as presented. Second by Westi n. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. MOTION by Walsh to accept the`bids -for the supervisory control system`. Second by Westin. Ayes: "3. Nays: 0. - A letter of recommendation from Jim Roth, SEH, on the awarding of the bids for the supervisory control system was reviewed and discussed by the Commission. The letter recommended to the Commission that they award the bid to the low bidder, Autocon Industries in the amount of $35,595 to include a two year warranty option. Public Works Director Don Brown passed along comments he had received 'from ' the City of Morris regarding their complete satisfaction with the design, operation and the operator instructions given them by the company representative. MOTION by Walsh to award the bid to Autocon Industries in the amount of $35,595, to -include the two year warranty option for the supervi=sory control system as per specifications. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. The Commission reviewed and discussed a memorandum from Don Brown regarding the present and proposed standby generator' power needs for the total city (see Don Brown's memorandum dated June 6, 1986, City Standby Generator Power Needs). MOTION by Walsh that the Utility Commission recommend to the City Council that they consider the purchase of a 100 KW standby generator to be installed at the new city hall and that all necessary provisions be made to allow this generator to provide the standby power needs at lift station #1 (145th Street) and at the public works garage; that the 55 KW unit at the old city hall be installed at the fire hall to replace the existing 30 KW generator at that site and that the 30 KW unit presently located at the fire hall be made portable and available to the city for various purposes and activities. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. The Commission reviewed and discussed the terms of the revised Thompson lift station agreement (see memo dated June 6, 1986, Thompson Homes Lift Station from Don Brown). The Commission took no formal action but agreed with the contents of the agreement. The Commission reviewed and discussed the annual M.H.D. water system investigation for the city water system. The main emphasis of discussion centered on the six recommendations and the total water system rated score of 96, with a possible score as recommended of 97 and a perfect score of 100. This report will be placed on file. Utilities Commission Minutes June 9, 1986 Meeting Page Two • The Commission discussed a letter of request from LaVonne Feurstein, 3405 Upper 143rd Street West wherein she was requesting reimbursement in the amount of $26.50 for rental on a sewer line cleaning tool used on their service line. It was later determined that the problem was in the city main. • 0 MOTION by Hasbrouck to deny the claim on the basis that no contact was made with the city prior to the rental of the equipment as to the possibility of the main being plugged. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. The Commission agreed that this policy regarding contacting the city should be re- emphasized through the sewer and water bills. Westin questioned the criteria used by the city in the spot replacement of curb and gutters. Don Brown explained that he and Rick Cook conduct a windshield survey by listing all badly settled or broken concrete curbing. Replacements and repairs are then made based on the amount in the budget for that particular year. Don Brown gave a brief explanation of the effects on the water system from the June 2, 1986 at Carlson Tractor. Brown indicated that at no time during the fire did the water level drop below the normal operating range with only well #7 operating. MOTION by Hasbrouck to adjourn. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Respectfully submitted, 46�n J. ®r o Wwn Acting Secretary �� 1367 - 145TH ST. E. ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 vos e m o u n 612 - 423 -4411 �C�I,ti�iiTes Covniviissu�ia Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Utilities Commission of the City of Rosemount was duly held on Monday, July 7, 1986, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with all members present. The agenda was amended to include Item 6(b) Loren Anderson Water Bill Complaint Letter; and Item 6(c) Rosemount Woods Appearance to Protest Water Bill. MOTION by Westin to approve the minutes of the June 9, 1986 meeting as presented. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. MOTION by Hasbrouck to approve the bills as presented. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Don Brown presented a request for authorization to expend approximately $1,800 to install a security fence at the Well No. 6 location. MOTION by Walsh to approve the construction of a security fence at Well No. 6 for the approximate cost of $1,800. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Don Brown presented information regarding the Anderson water complaint and addressed the various issues highlighted by their letter. He promised continued efforts to satisfy all aspects of this complaint and furnish a refund if a refund is indicated. Dennis Passeri and Dick Zerba were in attendance representing Rosemount Woods development regarding their water billing. Much discussion was held with no action being taken as the complaint was received this week, and the opportunity to investigate has not been afforded the City staff. This investigation will continue until a satisfactory remedy has been found. The Commission did indicate that they are not willing to investigate changing any of the billing policies in effect at this time, which seems to be one of the major concerns expressed by the Rosemount Woods representatives; i.e. the use of actual meter readings for sewer billing for three - quarters of the year instead of using the winter quarter to base the other quarters on. Don brown reported that the standby generator recommendations of the Utilities Commission have been approved by the City Council and that pencil quotes are being used in the purchase of the 100 KW as two quotes have been received, both of which are below the $15,000 Statute limiting pencil quotes. Don Brown reported that the contracts for the well and lift station • control system have not been finalized and signed by the City and the vendor due to some apparent typing errors in the master contracts. Utilities Commission Minutes July 7, 1986 Page Two Commission expressed an opinion that this is not a high priority item until such time as the new city hall is available for installation of the system. The Secretary interjected that the PC hardware could be put to good use by City staff at an earlier date as a word processing system. Don Brown explained that there has been continued problems at the Dakota County HRA townhome site with water meter seal breakage. Through continued conversation with the HRA staff, the utilities department has exhausted all avenues to correct the problem. The utilities staff has started billing the HRA for time spent to replace the seals and to reset meters at this development. A campaign to correct this situation will continue and will employ various methods in seeking the corrections. NOTION by Walsh to adjourn. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. • smj • Re tfull s ted, Don F. Darling Secretary 161ty O 1367 -145TH ST. E. osernoun� ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 612- 423 -4411 • Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Utilities Commission was duly held on Monday, August 11, 1986, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with all members present. The agenda was amended to include Item 7(a), Council Action Updates. MOTION by Westin to approve the minutes of the July 7, 1986 meeting as presented. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. MOTION by Hasbrouck to approve the bills as presented. Second by Walsh.'` Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Don Brown reported on a billing error due to meter reading being entered into the computer in the 'wrong amount that caused a; request for a meter check to be 'made, and a meter check billing was presented, all of which'` could have been eliminated by proper inputting of the meter reading. MOTION by Walsh to refund the meter testing charge that has been billed and collected for the L. Anderson; account due to a billing error. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3,' Nays: 0. • Don Brown presented a memorandum regarding Rosemount Woods water bill which indicated` that when the computer is reprogramed for the summer quarter, the pointers have been at the previous water billing instead of the previous sewer billing with this to be corrected when the October billing is prepared. MOTION by Walsh that the City continue to base the summer sewer billing on the April, May, June quarter` sewer billing and not the water billing for that period. Second by Westin. Ayes':" 3. Nays: 0. President` Walsh presented an update to the Utilities Commission noting that the Utilities Commission can expect to receive a bill in the approximate amount of $6,600 as part of the new city hall complex construction and providing emergency generator power to the lift station and utilities garage. President Walsh reported to the Commission that the U.S. Homes project has been placed on hold by the Council until such time as U.S. Homes has signed the appropriate documents and have agreed to the utility plans and specification configurations. President Walsh reported to the Commission that the Council has continued its review of the Community Needs Study and has authorized advertisement for a Engineer /Public Works Director with minimum qualifications as outlined in the Engineer /Public Works Director job description that was prepared in early 1986. President Walsh advised that Council is in the final stages of selecting a new Administrator /Clerk and have reduced 202 applications to six finalists with the final selection hopefully coming August 19, 1986. Utilities Commission August 11, 1986 Meeting Page 2 Don Brown reported that the contract for the supervisory control system has finally been executed, and the vendor is preparing the equipment for delivery at this time. Final installation and startup will not take place until the new city hall is occupied. MOTION by Walsh to adjourn. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Q0 R ect ul ubmitted, F. Darling Administrator /Cle • • 16ZiY O 1367 -145TH ST. E. oseYYLOUn� ROSEMOUNT. MINNESOTA 55068 612- 423 -4411 • Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Utilities Commission was duly held on Monday, September 8, 1986, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with Member Westin absent. NOTION by Hasbrouck to approve the minutes of the August 11, 1986 meeting as presented. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. NOTION by Walsh to approve the bills as presented. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Don Brown presented bid tab information on -a proposed security fence for the Well No. 6 location recommending the award for the installation of the fence to Midwest Fence and Manufacturing Company. NOTION by Walsh to accept the bids for the security fence at Well No. 6 and to award the contract for the fencing and installation of the fence to Midwest Fence and Manufacturing in the amount of $1,384. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. NOTION by Walsh to adjourn. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. • Res ctfully sub ' ed, . Da li g Secretary smj • �� 1367 - 145TH ST. E. ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55066 fvolsemounl 612- 423 -4411 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Utilities Commission was duly held on Monday, October 14, 1986, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with all members present. MOTION by Westin to approve the minutes of the September 8, 1986 meeting as presented. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. MOTION by Walsh to approve the bills as presented. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. The Commission reviewed the Shannon Park Addition Preliminary Plat with Rich Cook advising sewer and water are available to the site. MOTION by Hasbrouck to recommend to the City Council that the Utilities Commission recommend approval of the Shannon Park Addition preliminary plat as presented noting that sewer and water will be made available for this project. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. • The Commission discussed the City Council's action denying the request from Winds' Crossing Company for a credit for maintenance of the lift station in Valley Oak Addition Replat although credits were extended for penalties on interest accrued on City special assessments and for use of the lift station charged against O'Leary's Hills. Rich Cook presented the drawings by Milt Bruflodt regarding the refurbishing of the lift station adjacent to the new city hall site. The estimated cost is $14,000. Due to the high costs involved for this project, Commissioner Westin recommended investigating the construction of an underground lift station at this site. The Commission agreed with this recommendation and requested the Public Works Director to research the cost and feasibility of revamping the present lift station into a canister type. President Walsh reviewed with the Commission a letter from Whirl -Air- Flow regarding water treatment equipment to be purchased or leased by the City. The Commission agreed this matter should be investigated further by the Public Works Director. Rich Cook provided an update on the fence for Well #6. MOTION by Walsh to adjourn. Second by Hasbrouck. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. • Respectfully submitted, Richman Cook Acting Secretary ' ) t q O f 1367 - 145TH ST. E. % ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 t Os m O u" I 612- 423 -4411 �C��i2lities C_ 411,iPtTSSU» z Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Utilities Commission was duly held on Monday, November 10, 1986, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by President Walsh with member Hasbrouck absent. MOTION by Westin to approve the minutes of the October 14, 1986 meeting as presented. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. The Commission discussed the report from Don Brown and Waldor Pump outlining three alternatives to the replacement of the lift station at 2901 - 145th Street West. It was decided to hold off on any decision on these alternatives until the new public works director, Rich Hefti, is on board and has an opportunity to review the alternatives and make a recommendation on which to choose. The Commission was informed by Rick Cook, city public works foreman, that information on the Whirl- Air -Flow water treatment system was not yet received for review. • MOTION by Walsh to adjourn. Second by Westin. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Respe tfully submitted, Stephan J kk Secretary • ` 1367 - 145TH ST. E. ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA 55068 41volseyn o u n 612- 423 -4411 Pursuant to due call and not ' i' ereofi a "'r g'u 1 ar meeting of the Utilities Commission was called to order at 6:30 p.m., Monday, December 8, 1986 in the Council Chambers by President Joe Walsh with members Westin and Hasbrouck present. Also present were City Engineer Rich Hefti and Commission Secretary Stephan Jilk. Rich Hefti added Item 6(a) discussion on check valve replacement at Well #6, and President Walsh added Item 7(a) "future planning" to the agenda. MOTION by Hasbrouck to approve minutes of November 10, 1986 with correction to show member Hasbrouck being present and member Westin absent and replacing member Hasbrouck's name wherever member Westin's name was referenced in those minutes. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. President Walsh explained to Hefti and Jilk procedures used to approve bills. MOTION by Westin to accept all bills as presented. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Rich Hefti presented his review of three alternates for updating the lift station at 145th and Brazil Avenue. MOTION by Hasbrouck to direct Hefti to prepare proposal to use alternate C and • present this proposal for the commissioners' approval at the January Commission meeting. Second by Westin. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Commission discussed, with Hefti, the need to replace the check valve at Well #6. Commission directed Hefti to proceed with the necessary replacement. Commission discussed future planning for the sewer and water departments more specifically discussing the standarizing of such equipment as lift stations and other when possible. Also discussed the need in the future, of a water treatment facility, its location and financing. Rich Hefti advised commission he had made contact with Whirl -a -Way Company with no response. Rich Hefti updated commission on the micro computer well and lift station control system. Rich Hefti reviewed the bids on Country Hills utilities for the Commission. President Walsh brought the Commission up to date on City Council discussion of Lan -O -Ken sewer problems, and the City's purchase of a skid steer loader. MOTION by Hasbrouck to adjourn. Second by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Respectfully soVitt , Ste an Jilk, Secretary