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Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
JANUARY 9, 1995
CITY HALL
2875 — 145th Street West
P.O. Box 510
Rosemount, MN
55068 -0510
Phone: 612- 423 -4411
Fax: 612- 423 -5203
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the regular Utility Commission meeting of the
City of Rosemount was duly held on January 9, 1995 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall. President Mulhern called the meeting to order with
Commission Member Walsh, City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson and
Recording Secretary Dorniden present.
Item 4c. was deleted from the Agenda.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the minutes of the December 12, 1994 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
By -Law Change Update
. The Commission discussed several items which would be taken care of during the
annual meeting in February. A list was compiled with this business:
Swearing in New Member
Electing President
Electing "Interim" President
Setting Meeting Dates
Adopt Fee Resolution
General Budget Review
Staff was directed to look at last years format to make sure nothing is missed.
Update on Projects
Birger Pond - Nothing is really happening at the present time. May still be able
to joint venture with Apple Valley outlet into Vermillion River. More thought will be
given to this by Staff.
Project #266 - Erickson 190, Phase I - The Commission would like this to be
added to the Project List.
• Wensmann 7th Addition - Will have to bring 12" watermain under County Road
42 to Dodd Road.
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Shannon Pond 4th Addition - This project is on the east side of Shannon
Parkway and just north of 160th Street. Grading will be done in the Spring of 1995.
Project #261 is on hold.
Project #259 - Schwarz Pond - The School District bid the addition to the
school, however the bids came in too high and they will be rebidding. Still need to
acquire easements to complete outlet.
Estimate on Erickson 190, Phase 1, City Project #266
The Commission discussed the project. The estimated project would be $410,000.
This wouldn't guarantee fixing the ponding at Lower 147th and Cambrian Avenue.
The Commission decided to table this project at the present time.
AEC Tower Inspection Reports
• An extensive discussion took place regarding the inspection reports. The repairs to
Connemara Tower was quite shocking to Staff and the Commission. It was felt by
both Staff and the Commission that these repair items need to be prioritized. Staff
was also directed to look into the agreement for cathodic protection.
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The Commission directed Staff to work with AEC Engineering to prioritize the items
for both Towers.
Begin Hiring Process for Part -time Secretary
MOTION by Walsh to recommend to begin the hiring process for the permanent part -
time secretary. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
This position will be physically placed in the Public Works Maintenance Building.
Fund Transfer
MOTION by Walsh to approve various fund transfers as written in the Executive
Summary by Finance Director Jeff May on January 9, 1995. SECOND by Mulhern.
Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
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Set Next Meeting Agenda
Annual Meeting Agenda
Storm Drainage Plan Proposal
Storm Drainage Project List for Prioritization
Update on Projects
Water Consumption - Government Buildings
Discussion over the usage of water within the government buildings was talked about
to some extent. The Commission directed Staff to send a bill to the Armory for the
1994 water consumption. They felt this bill should be sent in a form of an invoice
instead of placed on the Utility Billing system. Staff was further directed to figure out
what the water /sewer bill would be for each of these properties and make sure that
the City Council receive a copy of them.
MISCELLANEOUS
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson presented the Commission with an
elevation graph of Birger Pond. He said Staff could also do a rainfall graph.
The Commission discussed the Department of Health reports. It was the consensus
that they should be compared from one year to the next, especially where water
quality is concerned.
The MCWS newspaper called Link was discussed. An article in Link discussed the
possibility that the MCWS will have to spend $ 100 million to meet the "Clean Water
Act" in the next 10 years..
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson handed out a memo to the
Commission Members outlining the repositioning (duties) of Mike Widstrom and Rick
Cook.
Some printouts of reports were handed out from the computer SCADA system which
operates the wells and lift stations. Now that Mike Widstrom has a little more time
to spend on the utilities he'll be able to pull more information from this system.
There is an AWWA satellite teleconference on March 9, 1995 regarding the "Safe
Drinking Water Act ".
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There is a scholarship offered from the Minnesota Surveyors & Engineers. If the
Commission knows of anyone who would need a sponsor he would be happy to
sponsor them.
MOTION by Mulhern to adjourn. SECOND by Walsh. Meeting was adjourned at 8:25
p.m.
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Respectfully submitted,
Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
AGENDA
• REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1995
6:30 P.M.
1. Reorganization of Commission
a. Election of President (Elected Mulhern)
b. Election of Interim President (Elected Walsh)
2. Call to Order
3. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
4. Approval of Minutes of January 9, 1995 Regular Meeting (MOTION to approve....)
5. OLD BUSINESS
a. RMR Meter Reading Agreement (MOTION to approve ....)
b.
Sprinkler Credit Summary (Table for year; Direct Staff write to residence from
October meeting)
C.
Update on Projects (Verbally updated on each project)
Storm Drainage Plan Proposal (MOTION to authorize Bonestroo .....1
e.
Storm Drainage Project List for Prioritization (Set first 7 priorities, Staff to write
memo to Council)
f.
Tower Repair Project (MOTION to authorize AEC .....)
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NEW BUSINESS
a.. - .
Set Meeting Dates for 1995 (MOTION to set .......)
b.
Vac Truck (MOTION to authorize purchase .......)
C. `
Well Head Protection Plan (Discussion only) .
d.:
General Budget Review (Hand -out and discussion) —_
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7. PRESIDENT'S
REPORT.
a.
8 EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR'S 'REPORT
a.
Set Next Meeting Agenda for March 13, 1995 (set)
b.
Adopted Fee Resolution (Brief Discussion)
C.
Marcotte Update (Doug Litterer Discussed with Commission)
d.
SCADA System Update (Discussion w /Supervisor Widstrom)
e.
Well #7 Check Valve (Replacement- $1,800)
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Well #8 Chlorination & Booster Pump Update (Replacement - $2,800)
9.. ADJOURNMENT
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CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
FEBRUARY 13, 1995
CITY HALL
2875 — 145th Street West
P.O. Box 510
Rosemount, MN
55068 -0510
Phone: 612- 423 -4411
Fax: 612. 423 -5203
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the Regular Utilities Commission Meeting of
the City of Rosemount was duly held on February 13, 1995 at 6:30 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of the City Hall. Executive Director Bud Osmundson introduced the
new Utility Commission Member, Donald Berg. Mr. Berg was sworn in early in the day
by City Administrator /Deputy Clerk Burt.
Osmundson opened nominations for the President of the Utility Commission.
MOTION by Mulhern to nominate Walsh for President of the Utility Commission. Mr.
Walsh declined the nomination.
MOTION by Walsh to nominate Mulhern for President of the Utility Commission.
• SECOND by Berg. Osmundson asked if there were anymore nominations.
MOTION by Walsh to close nominations. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 3 By
unanimous ballot Shawn Mulhern was re- elected as President of the Utility
Commission.
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Nominations were opened for "Interim" President.
MOTION by Mulhern to nominate Walsh. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3 By unanimous
ballot Joseph Walsh was elected as "Interim" President of the Utility Commission.
President Mulhern called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. with Commission Members
Walsh, Berg, City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson, Finance Director May,
Civil Engineer Litterer, Utilities & Building Supervisor Widstrom and Recording
Secretary Dorniden present.
There were no additions or corrections to the agenda.
MOTION by Mulhern to approve the minutes of the January 9, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Abstain: Berg.
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OLD BUSINESS
RMR METER READING AGREEMENT
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson relayed discussion he had with Keith
Anderson, President of RMR Services regarding the Meter Reading Contract. It was
agreed upon to leave the Meter Reading Agreement and rates the same as in 1994 if
the Commission so desires. Staff recommended the Commission enter into the
proposed Agreement.
MOTION by Walsh to approve Meter Reading Agreement between RMR Services, Inc.
and the City of Rosemount. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
SPRINKLER CREDIT SUMMARY
The Commission discussed with Staff the summary which was put together for them.
It was decided that the sprinkler credit should be tabled for one year to give a true
• picture of what the actual usages are during a full year now that all the meters are
being read.
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The Commission directed Staff to notify the residents who attended the meeting in
October of this decision.
UPDATE ON PROJECTS
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson went through each project listed and
gave new Commission Member Berg, along with the other Commission Members, an
update on each individual project.
STORM DRAINAGE PLAN PROPOSAL
Staff recommended the Commission authorize Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik &
Associates to prepare the Surface Water Management Plan.
MOTION by Mulhern to authorize Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates to prepare
a Surface Water Management Plan for the City per the January 26, 1995 proposal for
a lump sum fee of $69,100. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
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STORM DRAINAGE PROJECT LIST FOR PRIORITIZATION
The Commission discussed each project which needs to be placed on the priority list
and why they need to be addressed. Extensive discussion took place regarding the
Erickson 190 Project. The Commission prioritized the first seven projects according
to price and necessity as:
1. Schwarz Pond Outlet
2. Gun Club Lake - "Moeller" Wet area
3. White Lake Outlet
4. Wachter 186A Outlet
5. Vermillion 212 > Valley Oak Pond Outlet - Pond No. 4
• 6. Birger Pond Outlet
7. Erickson 190 Drainage District - Drainage Improvements
Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates will receive a copy of this priority list and
dates.
Staff was directed to write a memo to Council explaining that the priority was set by
affordability and possible property damages.
TOWER REPAIR PROJECT
MOTION by Walsh to authorize the preparation of plans and specifications and
advertisement of bids for the repairs to Chippendale Avenue Tower. SECOND by
Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Abstain: Mulhern.
NEW BUSINESS
SET MEETING DATES FOR 1995
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Commissioners discussed the possible meeting days which they won't be in
attendance. Commission Member Walsh won't be in attendance for the July meeting
and Commission Member Mulhern will be gone in August.
MOTION by Walsh to set the 1995 Utility Commission meetings as follows: March
13; April 10; May 8; June 12; July 10; August 7; September 11; October 16;
November 13; December 11; with all meetings starting at 6:30 p.m. in the
Rosemount City Hall Council Chambers. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
PURCHASE VAC TRUCK
A brief discussion took place regarding the purchase of a new vac truck.
MOTION by Mulhern to authorize purchase of a tandem chassis for the Vac Truck
through the State bid and begin preparation of the specifications for the Vac Truck
equipment. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
• WELL HEAD PROTECTION PLAN (WHPP)
City Engineer Osmundson explained that Dakota County and surrounding
municipalities are meeting once a month regarding the Well Head Protection Plan. A
Joint Powers Agreement will be forthcoming for Utility Commission consideration for
the preparation of a geologic model required for the WHPP.
GENERAL BUDGET REVIEW
Spreadsheets were handed out displaying the operating and core fund balances.
Overall the Water and Sanitary Sewer Funds are in good shape. The Storm Drainage
Funds have low balances when the amount of expenditures is taken into
consideration. A brief discussion followed.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
SET NEXT MEETING AGENDA FOR MARCH 13, 1995 MEETING
Vac Truck Spec's
Tower Repair Bid Award
Well Head Protection Plan
Wensmann 7th Addition
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ADOPTED FEE RESOLUTION
This was just informational for the Commission. No questions were asked.
MARCOTTE UPDATE
Civil Engineer Doug Litterer gave a brief update of the dredging project which the
Commission approved at their regular January meeting. The excess material will be
removed in the Spring. The Department of Natural Resources have been very
cooperative with the needs and wants of this project.
SCADA SYSTEM UPDATE
Utility Supervisor Widstrom had supplied the Commission with a detailed memo
regarding the SCADA System. He further explained some of the more current
problems and what Autocon Systems is doing to try and resolve the problems.
WELL #7 CHECK VALVE
McCarthy Well tested this valve during their rehab last year and it was operating fine.
It was just a fluke that it started leaking. Total cost of replacement was $1,800.
WELL #8 CHLORINATION & BOOSTER PUMP
The chlorination equipment and booster pump in Well #8 needed replacing. The pump
was $575.00 and the chlorination equipment cost $2,800, both supplied by Feed -Rite
Company.
The Commission discussed the article in the paper regarding the residents of Lakeville
and their problem with the site where the new water tower is being built. City
Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson felt the Commission might want to
appraise the land for the next water tower site which is in the Comprehensive Water
Plan and start procedures for purchase even though it is not needed as of yet. This
way the land is already targeted and any development around it would be aware of the
purpose of the parcel of land. No action was taken by the Commission on this item.
MOTION by Mulhern to adjourn. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Meeting
was adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Cindy dorniden
Public Works Secretary
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CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
AGENDA
i REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 13, 1995
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of February 13, 1995 Regular Meeting (MOTION to approve..)
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Tower Repair Bid Award (Discussion... Tabled)
b. Vac Truck Specification Approval & Authorize Bid (MOTION to approve ...1
C. Wensmann 7th Addition /Order Feasibility Report for Watermain
(MOTION to request .....)
d. Marcotte Request (Update with discussion; MOTION to authorize ....
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a. Auto - Dialer Purchase (Much discussion, Tabled)
b. Well #3 Chlorination Equipment (MOTION to approve ...)
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6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
ADD a. Utility Billing System Handout (information only)
7. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
a. Set Next Meeting Agenda for April 10, 1995 (set...)
b. New Storm Drainage Rates (Insert for water Bills, Discussion)
ADD c. Public Works Computer Cable (cable will be run from city Hall to Public works
Garage, Discussion of financing)
d.
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8. ADJOURNMENT 7:50 p.m.
CITY OF ROSEMOU NT
Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
MARCH 13, 1995
CITY HALL
2875 — 145th Street West
P.O. Box 510
Rosemount, MN
55068 -0510
Phone: 612- 423 -4411
Fax: 612- 423 -5203
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the Regular Utilities Commission Meeting of
the City of Rosemount was duly held on March 13, 1995 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Mulhern with
Commission Member Berg, City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson and
Recording Secretary Dorniden present.
Additions to the Agenda were: 6a. - Utility Billing System Handout; 7c. - Public
Works Computer Cable.
MOTION by Mulhern to approve the minutes of the February 13, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
• OLD BUSINESS
Tower Repair Bid Award
A letter from AEC Engineering was passed out to the members regarding the status
of the apparent low bidder. The letter shared reasoning for non - responsive bidder and
made recommendation that the award be made to TMI Coatings. The Commission
tabled the award because of lack of quorum for a successful motion since the
President would be abstaining.
Vac Truck Specifications Approval & Authorize Ad for Bid
The Commission went through the specifications on the Vac Truck. The City Attorney
will supply the specifications with verbiage on the warranty needed. All in all, just
some minor changes were made to the specifications.
MOTION by Mulhern to approve specifications and authorize Ad for Bid for the Vac
Truck. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
Wensmann 7th Addition /Order Feasibility Report for Watermain
The cost of this project was addressed by the Commission. It is being approached as
• an assessable project because it would complete a loop and make services accessible
to the Wensmann 7th Addition. The higher cost is reflected because of the County
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Road 42 crossing.
MOTION by Berg to request City Council to authorize a Feasibility Report for the
Wensmann 7th Addition Trunk Watermain Project. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 2.
Nays: 0.
Marcotte Request
This project was brought back to the Commission so they would know the dredging
was complete.
MOTION by Mulhern to authorize payment to Scherff Incorporated in the amount of
$4,000 for the work completed on Shannon 75 Pond. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2.
Nays: 0.
NEW BUSINESS
is Auto - Dialer Purchase
There was quite an extensive discussion regarding the auto - dialer versus the paging
system the City now has for call -back on the wells and lift stations. The Commission
would like Staff to look at different cities and how they handle call -back situations.
One City which was mentioned was the City of Minnetonka.
Discussion of where the funding for this system would come from followed.
The Commission wasn't comfortable with the proposal as presented and asked that
it be tabled until some more research was done. The Commission directed Staff to
visit a few more cities, especially the City of Minnetonka, and report back.
Well #3 Chlorination Eouipment
There is a small leak in the equipment at Well #3 which needs to be corrected by
replacing the chlorination equipment. Although Staff would have rather waited until
after the rehab of the well this leak won't give them the opportunity. The new
equipment can be put back into the Well once the rehab is done.
MOTION by Mulhern to approve the purchase of new chlorination equipment for Well
#3. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0 .
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PRESIDENTS REPORT
Utility Billing System Handout
President Mulhern handed out some information regarding different Utility Billing
Systems. This was just for the other Commission Members information. There was
no discussion.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS REPORT
Set Next Meeting Agenda for April 10, 1995
Receive Bids /Award Contract -Tower Bids
Auto - Dialer Update
Receive Bids /Award Contract -Vac Truck
Receive Feasibility Report - Wensmann 7th Addition Watermain
MCWS - 1996 Rates
• New Storm Drainage Rates
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A handout was passed out as to what the new storm water rates will be on the first
quarter billing. These handouts will be included in the April 1, 1995 billing to all
residents.
Potable Water Quality
Discussion of water quality followed and a comparison of Apple Valley and
Rosemount's water were talked about. Iron removal is done in Apple Valley and
Eagan.
MCWS
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson apprised the Commission of a pre -
budget meeting he attended for MCWS. This was regarding the study of sewer rates
all over Minnesota.
Interim Financial Report
The numbers to look at on the report were pointed out to the Commission.
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Letter to Residents on Sprinkler Credit
The letter Staff was directed to send after the February 13, 1995 meeting was sent
and to -date no response from the recipients. The sprinkler credit will be re- evaluated
next winter.
Public Works Computer Cable
This item was for the information of the Commission regarding the computer cable
which will be run from the City Hall to the Public Works Garage. This will enable the
Maintenance Crew to be on -line with the network at City Hall. The cost of this project
will be taken from the water, sewer, storm sewer operating budgets and the City's
general operating fund.
Well Head Protection
A letter was sent to Dakota County showing support for the Ground Water Modeling
Project, which is a major requirement of the WHP Plan.
Surface Water Management Plan
There was a meeting with Bonestroo to get this Plan started. All appears to be going
well.
Miscellaneous
The well pumping information which is given out every month was gone over briefly
by the Commission Members apprising new Member Berg about the fluctuating figures
for the different wells.
The Rural Water system only serves the 30 some customers and is not capable of fire
protection at this time.
The City received verbally from Delta Environmental, who engineered the
contaminated groundwater clean -up at the University of Minnesota, that the MPCA
has stated that the contaminated plume is cleaned up and that the pumping is
complete.
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MOTION by Mulhern to adjourn. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Meeting
adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
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Respectfully submitted,
Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT'
AGENDA
• REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 10, 1995
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of March 13, 1995 Regular Meeting (Motion to approve...)
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Tower Repair Bid Award (MOTION to award ......$46,415)
b. Accept Bids /Award Contract -Vac Truck (Much discussion; MOTION to
recommend award ......MacQueen Equipment....)
C. Receive Feasibility Report- Diamond Path Trunk Watermain
Improvements, City Project #267 (Presentation; MOTION to receive &
recommend)
d. Update on SCADA System /Auto- Dialer(Discussion; Tabled)
ADD e. Storm Water on Lower 147th Street (Discussed Emergency Plan)
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5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Clarification of Storm Water Connection Charge (Discussion; MOTION to
recommend .....)
b. Purchasing of Shoring Shields (MOTION to authorize ......)
C. Purchasing of New Discharge Hose (Brief Discussion; MOTION to authorize)
d.
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6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
ADD a. Update - Wisconsin Rural Water Seminar (stronger laws than MN, Discussion)
7. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
a. Set Next Meeting Agenda for May 8, 1995 iset)
b. 1996 MCWS Rates (Reviewed letter received)
ADD c. Purchase of Pumps (Discussion)
ADD d. Packet of Information (Handed out from talk w/4th graders)
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8. ADJOURNMENT 8:06 p.m.
ROSEMOUNT
Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
APRIL 10, 1995
CITY HALL
2875 - 145th Street West
P.O. Box 510
Rosemount, MN
55068 -0510
Phone: 612 - 423 -4411
Fax: 612. 423 -5203
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the Regular Utilities Commission Meeting of
the City of Rosemount was duly held on April 10, 1995 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Mulhern with
Commission Members Berg, Walsh, City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson,
Civil Engineer Litterer, Utilities & Building Supervisor Widstrom and Recording
Secretary Dorniden present.
Additions to the Agenda were: 4e. -Storm Water on Lower 147th Street; 6a.- Update
on Wisconsin Rural Water Association Meeting.
MOTION by Mulhern to approve the minutes of the March 13, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
is OLD BUSINESS
Tower Reoair Bid Award
There was a brief discussion regarding Staff recommendation to present the bid award
to the second lowest responsible bidder.
MOTION by Walsh to award the Chippendale Tower Repair Contract to TMI Coating,
Inc. in the amount of $46,415. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Abstain:
Mulhern.
Accept Bids /Award Contract -Vac Truck
The Commission had a brief discussion regarding the three bids received. Steve
Bergeron from ABM Equipment presented the Commission with a letter from his
Company, which the Commission took approximately 10 minutes to read prior to an
in -depth discussion. ABM Equipment admitted to 41 deviations, but still felt the
product was speed out so no other company really had a chance.
MOTION by Mulhern to recommend to City Council the award of the contract for one
new truck mounted combination vacuum and high pressure jet sewer and catch basin
• cleaning machine to MacQueen Equipment, Inc. in the amount of $137,298.74
including sales tax. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
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Receive Feasibility Report- Diamond Path Trunk Watermain Improvements, City Project
#267
Civil Engineer Litterer provided a brief summary of the Feasibility Report he prepared
for the Diamond Path Trunk Watermain Improvements. The Commission then
discussed the crossing of County Road 42, the number of fire hydrants within the
property of the Lutheran Church of Our Savior on the corner of County Road 42 and
Diamond Path and the possibility of adding another interconnect with the City of Apple
Valley. The fire hydrant referred to was the one on the east side in the backyard of
the Church coming off of Dodd Boulevard.
MOTION by Walsh to receive the Feasibility Report and recommend City Council
proceed with the Diamond Path Trunk Watermain Improvements, City Project #267
as a public improvement. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
Update on SCADA System /Auto - Dialer
• As discussed in the past with the Commission, Staff doesn't feel the City is getting
vendor support (Auto -Con, Inc.) and in all likelihood will be switching to Automatic
Systems. Although the idea of a laptop computer was thought to be a clever way to
go, some Commission Members still have reservations regarding the auto - dialer
system. This item was tabled and will be placed on the next meeting agenda.
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Storm Water on Lower 147th Street
Staff was directed to come up with some sort of Emergency Response Plan (ERP) for
the flooding of Lower 147th Street. This plan could also be applied to other areas
which have flooding problems. Staff was directed to prepare an ERP for Lower 147th
Street and bring back to the next meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Clarification of Storm Water Connection Charge
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson wanted to clarify when a Storm
Water Connection Charge is required. Discussion with the Commission on this topic
then proceeded indicating that this Charge is not currently required in unplatted areas.
It is only collected in platted areas which develop, although storm drainage facilities
such as ditches, culverts and piping are utilized throughout the City.
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MOTION by Walsh to recommend Council adopt a clarification in the Storm Sewer
Connection Charge resolution whereby all properties within the City of Rosemount
would pay the Connection Charge. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
Purchase of Shoring Shields
MOTION by Walsh to authorize Staff to purchase shoring shields not to exceed
$7,300 plus tax and to pay for this item out of Sanitary Sewer and Water Core Funds.
SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
Purchase of New Discharge Hose
The Commission had a brief discussion regarding the purchase of the new discharge
hose to replace the hose which was vandalized last year on ISD #196 property while
pumping Schwarz Pond.
MOTION by Walsh to authorize the purchase of new 6" discharge hose as stated per
memo of Utilities & Buildings Supervisor. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
The Commission spoke briefly about a pump.
PRESIDENT'S REPORT
Update- Wisconsin Rural Water
President Mulhern attended the Wisconsin Rural Water Annual Follies and passed out
some literature he'd received to Commission Members. He feels that the rules and
regulations are a lot stronger in Wisconsin than what the MPCA enforces in
Minnesota. Wisconsins' DNR is much more stringent than Minnesotas'. They are also
farther along with their Safe Drinking Water Act.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Information on New Pump
The City received two quotes from Carlson Equipment for a pump, trailer and hose.
One of the pumps was a Wacker 32 HP and the other was a Godwin 59 HP. No
decision was made as to which to purchase.
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Set Next Meeting Agenda
1. SCADA System
2. Emergency Response (Flooded Streets)
3. Storm Water Connection Charge
4. Project Updates
5. Vac Truck
6. Trash Pump
1996 MCWS Rates
Commission held a brief discussion on a letter which was received from MCWS
regarding the new flows for 1996. The flows determine the rate which will be
charged and the City is billed behind instead of ahead.
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson handed out a packet of materials he'd
given to the 4th graders at Shannon Park Elementary School when he went to speak
to the class about water.
MOTION by Walsh to adjourn. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Meeting
was adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
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Respectfully Submitted,
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Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT `
AGENDA
• REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, MAY 8, 1995
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of April 10, 1995 Regular Meeting (MOTION TO APPROVE..)
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Emergency Response Plan (Flooded Streets) (Discussion, Want Generic Plan)
b. Project Update (Scenario on each listed project)
C. Well Head Protection - Joint Powers Agreement (MOTION to recommend....)
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
• 5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Replacement of Compactor (MOTION to purchase ....)
b. Purchase of 6" Trash Pump (MOTION to purchase ....)
C. Birchview Terrace (Residents in attendance - Discussion only)
d.
e.
6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
a.
7. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
a. Tower Repair Update (Nothing to report)
b. Vac Truck Update (Chassis is here)
C. Update on SCADA System /Auto - Dialer (Nothing to new to report)
d. Storm Water Connection Charge Update (Council approved)
e. Set Next Meeting Agenda for June 12, 1995 (set)
• f.
8. ADJOURNMENT 8:15 p.m.
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
MAY 8, 1995
CITY HALL
2875 — 145th Street West
P.O. Box 510
Rosemount, MN
55068 -0510
Phone: 612- 423 -4411
Fax: 612 - 423 -5203
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the Regular Utilities Commission Meeting of
the City of Rosemount was duly held on May 8, 1995 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Mulhern with
Commission Members Berg, Walsh, City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson,
Utilities & Building Supervisor Widstrom and Recording Secretary Dorniden present.
There were no additions to the Agenda. City Engineer /Public Works Director
Osmundson asked if Item 5c. could be moved to the top of the Agenda because there
were residents attending for that specific item.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the minutes of the April 10, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
• NEW BUSINESS
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5c. - Birchview Terrace
A brief description of the problems and past feasibility report was given. For a long
term fix and the best interest of the City would be to do a total construction of all
utilities and streets. However the bottom dollar has a great impact on all the residents
and only 50% of the residents favored such a project. Staff offered the suggestion
that the City defer assessments for a time at which the residents would need to hook
up to the utilities, using a 10 -year deferment as a cap.
Bob Trog and Dean Johnson, both residents of the area, were in attendance and spoke
with the Commission about what they feel needs done, which is water control (storm
drain). The road continually erodes away from year to year and until something more
permanently is done it will continue to do so.
Several options were discussed. Staff will work up some figures to bring back to the
Commission as an update to the Feasibility Study.
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5a. - Replacement of Compactor
The memo the Commission received from Utilities & Building Supervisor Widstrom
explained the need for a new compactor.
MOTION by Walsh to authorize Staff to purchase a compactor as specified in the
attached memo. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
5b. - Purchase of 6" Trash Pump
MOTION by Berg to authorize Staff to purchase an additional 6" Gorman -Rupp pump
and trailer as described, and pay for it from the Storm Core Fund. SECOND by Walsh.
Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
A brief discussion followed regarding the purchase of more hose. The trailer would
strictly be used for that hose. The pump already comes on a trailer.
• OLD BUSINESS
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4a. - Emergency Response Plan
The Commission felt the Emergency Response Plan, which was presented by Staff
was too specific. They would like to see something more generic and then a list of
problem areas would be addressed in the back of the document. The Commission
directed Staff to revise the Plan.
4b. - Project Update
Listed below is a brief update of all projects presented to the Commission:
• Project #245, 145th Street Improvements -Will be assessed in the fall.
• Project #246, Wensmann 6th -Final Lift of bituminous
• Project #247, Carrousel Plaza Improvements -NURP Pond still needs to be fixed
up, City is holding money until job is complete
• Project #249, Biscayne Avenue Improvements -Had pre- construction meeting,
the railroad is not cooperating, still need to acquire a few easements and rights -
of -entry
• Project #248, Shannon Pond 3rd & Westridge 5th -Final Lift of bituminous and
assessments need to be done
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• Project #250, CMC, 110 Acre Site -New Vice President, 99% Utility Plans
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complete, Railroad spur still not approved
•
Project #251, Shannon Hills 6th -Last addition, needs lift station, minor grading
and final lift of bituminous
•
Project #252, Country Hills 7th Addition- Cul -de -sac, final lift of bituminous,
road is in poor shape already
•
Project #253 & #254, O'Leary's Hills 7th & 8th Addition -Final lift of bituminous
and restoration
•
Project #255, Shannon Pond 2nd Addition -Final lift of bituminous
•
Project #256, Rosemount Business Park -Final lift of bituminous, restoration,
street lights
•
Project #257, Wachter 186A Outlet- Received bids, CECA Utilities low bid, Mike
McNamara has the majority interest in the property and hasn't signed over
easements needed to continue project. He is bartering to develop his land. Bid
has not been awarded.
•
Project #258, CSAH 42 & Canada Avenue Turn Lane -No response on
easements
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Project #259, Schwarz Pond Outlet - Finally getting easements so can complete
•
Project #260, Country Hills 8th Addition -3 lots on Shannon Parkway
•
Project #261, Shannon Meadows - Another plan has been submitted for 32 single
family lots
•
Project #262, Birger Pond Outlet -Will be meeting with Bonestroo on Surface
Water Management and then maybe know a little more.
•
Project #263, Shannon Pond East -NE corner of 160th Street & Shannon
Parkway, Hampton Development; City will co -sign plat and have residents take
over property maintenance within the easement
•
Project #264, Wensmann 7th & 8th Addition - Preconstruction meeting, just east
of Apple Valley, 30 single family lots, 60 multiple units
•
White Lake Acres Outlet- Bacardi Avenue acts as natural dam, City getting
easement descriptions from SEH for a temporary fix, property owner having
problem with price of easement
•
Project #265, TH 52 Frontage Road- MNDOT and Inver Grove Heights are in
charge, an Agreement is to be reached with Koch.
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Project #266, Erickson 190, Phase 1 -ON HOLD
•
Project #267, Diamond Path Trunk Watermain - Wensmann is the only assessed
property
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Staff apprised the Commission from now on only projects the Commission has
questions about will be answered instead of a general update on all projects. The
Commission can highlight off the Executive Summary.
4c. - Well Head Protection Joint Powers Agreement
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson familiarized the Commission with the
meetings he has been attending regarding the Well Head Protection Program. The
State has mandated that all cities must have a program in place within the next two
years and depending on installation of a new well it may be sooner. Dakota County
has taken a very active interest in this Plan that is a benefit to all involved. The cost
of entering into a Joint Powers Agreement would depend upon the number of wells
in service and the area of the community they would be servicing. The cost sharing
was worked out between the Cities involved and Dakota County. There was a brief
discussion with the Commission.
MOTION by Mulhern to recommend that City Council enter into a Joint Powers
Agreement between Dakota County and the City of Rosemount for Cost Sharing of a
County -wide Multi -layer Analytical Element Ground Water Model. SECOND by Walsh.
Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
7a. - Tower Repair Update
There was nothing to report.
7b. - Vac Truck Ugddate
The City received the chassis and Staff has been in contact with the representatives
from Vactor. The jet /vactor will take approximately 60 - 90 days to install.
7c. - Update on SCADA System /Auto Dialer
The consultant hasn't sent anything to the City yet. Dean Sharp, the consultant, has
spoken with Autocon.
7d. - Storm Water Connection Charge Update
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The City Council accepted the Utility Commission recommendation and passed the
resolution with no questions.
7e. - Set Next Meeting Agenda for June 12, 1995
Emergency Response Plan
SCADA System Update
Project Update (Birchview Terrace, etc.)
Budget for 1996
The Commission had a brief discussion as to why the Council hasn't responded to
their letter regarding charging water usage to the Armory (National Guard).
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson apprised the Commission of the bills
he received from the Minnesota Department of Safety for the storage of chemicals
within City buildings. The well houses were charged up to $ 100 a piece because of
the types of chemicals usually stored on -site.
MOTION by Mulhern to adjourn. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Meeting
was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
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Respectfully Submitted,
Cindy Dorniden
Public Work Secretary
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
AGENDA
REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 12, 1995
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of May 8, 1995 Regular Meeting (Approved)
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Emergency Response Plan (MOTION to adopt .....)
b. Project Update (Updated)
C.
d.
e.
5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Budget for 1996 (Discussed)
b. Well #3 Rehab (MOTION to authorize ......►
C. Emergency Generator (MOTION to authorize ....)
d. Authorize Investigation of Rural Water System & Wells (MOTION to
authorize....)
e.
f.
6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
a.
7. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT (Verbal Reports)
a. Well Head Protection - Joint Powers Agreement (council approved)
b. Birchview Terrace (Brief discussion)
C. Keegan Lake Information (Gliva Attorney, Discussion, tabled)
d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for July 10, 1995 (set)
e.
f.
8. ADJOURNMENT 8:35 p.m.
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CITY OF ROSEMOU NT
Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
JUNE 12, 1995
CITY HALL
2875 - 145th Street West
P.O. Box 510
Rosemount, MN
55068 -0510
Phone: 612- 423 -4411
Fax: 612- 423 -5203
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the Regular Utilities Commission Meeting of
the City of Rosemount was duly held on June 12, 1995 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Mulhern with
Commission Members Walsh, Berg, City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson,
Civil Engineer Litterer and Recording Secretary Dorniden present.
There were no additions to the agenda, however President Mulhern moved Item 7c.
to the head of the agenda.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the minutes of the May 8, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
• EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
7c. Keegan Lake Information
•
Judson Jones, Attorney for Mr. & Mrs. Marty Gliva of 2500 130th Street, was in
attendance, along with the Gliva's, to present a preliminary independent engineer's
report. The Commission listen to the problems as the Attorney presented them, often
times referring back to the Comprehensive Storm Water Plan which was done back
in 1989. The "Engineering Report" shows the effects of the precipitation and what
has happened in the drainage areas. The lake levels keep rising with no provision for
containment or outlet except for the yards of the abutting properties. Mr. Jones
apprised the Commission that the Gliva's will be seeking compensation. Right now
his home has "no" resale value.
Mr. Gliva spoke to Commission about losing 175' of his front yard to the lake over the
past few years. The lake is approximately 20' from his entry door. His drain the is
underwater and it is encroaching upon his septic system.
Although the Commission could sympathize with Mr. & Mrs. Gliva, this was the first
they had heard of the hiring of an Attorney and a independent engineering report. The
letters from the Attorney and the report will be forwarded on to the City's Attorney,
Charlie LeFevere.
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OLD BUSINESS
4a. Emergency Response Plan
A brief discussion took place regarding the revised Emergency Response Plan which
Staff submitted to the Commission. The Commission was pleased with the concept
of the Plan.
MOTION by Walsh to adopt the Stormwater Emergency Response Plan for the City of
Rosemount. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
4b. Project Update
The Commission inquired about Project #257, Wachter 186A Outlet. A brief
discussion regarding this project took place regarding right -of -entry versus easement
acquisition and ditching instead of piping. The fine grading still needs to be done,
however the project was completed, for the most part, within a week.
Project #261, Shannon Meadows, was presented to Council with 60' lots showing.
The Council rejected the concept.
Project #267, Diamond Path Trunk Watermain, is still being planned. The Church has
not shown any interest in the plans.
NEW BUSINESS
5a. Budget for 1996
This item was treated as a Question /Answer discussion regarding the budget. Staff
will get a copy of the CRP and CIP to the Commission Members. This item will be
further discussed at the July 10, 1995 meeting.
5b. Well #3 Rehab
The proposed rehab of this well was explained to the Commission.
MOTION by Walsh to authorize Staff to hire a consultant to prepare the specifications
for the Well #3 Rehabilitation. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
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5c. Emergency Generator
The proposed emergency generator is a Capital Improvement Item. A brief discussion
took place as to its use.
MOTION by Mulhern to authorize Staff to hire a consultant to prepare plans and
specifications for an emergency generator. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
5d. Authorize Investigation of Rural Water System & Wells
The Commission referred to the Executive Summary for their discussion of the rural
water system and wells. It was basically understood that the City more or less
received this system and that it has had problems since its start up.
MOTION by Mulhern to authorize Staff to hire a consultant to investigate the two
items in the executive summary regarding the rural water systems and wells.
SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
7a. Well Head Protection - Joint Powers Agreement
Council approved the Joint Powers Agreement for the Well Head Protection Plan, thus
the Plan is being worked on.
7b. Birchview Terrace
After speaking with the City Attorney, Charlie LeFevere, City Engineer /Public Works
Director Osmundson apprised the Commission that deferring the assessment on an
improved property (i.e. Birchview Terrace) can't be done, however deferring hook -up
charges is possible.
SCADA System Report
A brief discussion took place on the report received from Sebesta Blomberg &
Associates regarding our SCADA System. It would be at a considerable cost to the
City if we were to get out of the system.
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Interim Financial Report
The Commission briefly touched on the Cash on Hand and the inconsistency of the
Bond Payments.
7d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for July 10, 1995
1. Budget for 1996
Project Updates Including:
• Well #3 Rehab
0 Emergency Generator
• Rural Water
• Birchview Terrace
• Keegan Lake
• Project Update
The Commission discussed the benefits of a field trip during the next meeting to see
where and how the wells, lift stations and towers are operated and to also look at
some of the problem areas such as Keegan Lake, Stillwell's, Lockler's, Birger Pond,
etc.
MOTION by Walsh to start the regular July 10, 1995 meeting at 6:00 p.m. instead of
6:30 p.m. to prioritize the agenda items before recessing the meeting to go on a field
trip with the meeting reconvening after the field trip. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3.
Nays: 0.
MOTION by Mulhern to adjourn. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Meeting
was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
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Respectfully submitted,
Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT A ' 411-'
AGENDA
• REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 10, 1995
6:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of June 12, 1995 Regular Meeting (MOTION to approve ...)
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Budget for 1996 (Tabled until next meeting)
b. Project Update (updated on Tour)
C. SCADA System (MOTION to authorize purchase .....)
ADD d. Easement for White Lake Acres /Manseau Property (MOTION to approve the
expenditure .....)
e.
f.
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5. NEW BUSINESS
• a.
b.
C.
d.
6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
a.
7. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT (Verbal Reports)
a.
b.
C.
d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for August 7, 1995 (Set)
e.
f.
8. ADJOURNMENT 8:25 p.m.
CITY OF RO S E M O U N T
2875 CITY thiStreet West
P.O. Box 510
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Rosemount, MN
55068 -0510 0
Phone: 612.423 -4411
Fax: 612- 423.5203
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
JULY 10, 1995
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the Regular Utilities Commission Meeting of
the City of Rosemount was duly held on July 10, 1995 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Acting President
Walsh with Commission Member Berg, City Engineer /Public Works Director
Osmundson, Utility and Building Supervisor Widstrom and Recording Secretary
Dorniden present.
Additions to the agenda were: Item 4d. - Easement Acquisition on White Lake
Acres /Manseau Property.
MOTION by Berg to approve the minutes of the June 12, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
• President Mulhern joined the meeting at 6:02 p.m.
ITEM 4c. - SCADA SYSTEM
Walsh advised the Commission and Staff that Autocon is holding an auction this
week. A brief discussion took place regarding AutoCon and the new attitude which
is being developed between them and the City.
MOTION by Walsh to authorize the purchase of the auto - dialer and laptop computer
to be paid for out of the Water and Sanitary Sewer Operating Budgets. SECOND by
Mulhern. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
ITEM 4d. - EASEMENT ACQUISITION ON WHITE LAKE ACRES /MANSEAU PROPERTY
This item was added to the agenda after City Engineer /Public Works Director
Osmundson visited with Mr. Bob Manseau out on his property today. The flow of the
storm water was explained to the Commission. Mr. Manseau agreed to a price of
$3,000 for the necessary easement for the direction of this flow.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the expenditure of $3,000 for an easement acquisition
(6/10 of an acre) to Bob Manseau which outlet from White Lake Acres with the funds
It taken from the Storm Sewer Utility Core Fund. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays:
0.
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ITEM 4b. - PROJECT UPDATE
The various projects will be updated on the Utility Commission tour.
Acting President Walsh recessed the regular Utility Commission meeting at 6:10 p.m.
so the Commission could go on a tour of the various City utility sites and problems.
President Mulhern reconvened the regular Utility Commission meeting at 8:20 p.m.
ITEM 4a. - BUDGET FOR 1996
The Commission was in agreement to table the Budget discussion until the August 7,
1995 regular Utility Commission meeting.
ITEM 7d. - SET NEXT MEETING AGENDA FOR AUGUST 7, 1995
1. Budget
• 2. Project Update
• Marty Gliva - Keegan Lake
• Diamond Path Trunk Watermain Improvements
• Emergency Generator Spec's
• Well #3 Spec's
3. Chippendale Tower - AEC Inspection Contract
MOTION by Mulhern to adjourn. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. Meeting
was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
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CITY OF ROSEMOUNT 1"
AGENDA
• REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, AUGUST 7, 1995
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of July 10, 1995 Regular Meeting (MOTION to approve...)
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Budget for 1996 (Lengthy Discussion, Tabled)
b. Project Update (Brief update on several projects)
C. Chippendale Tower /AEC Inspection Contract (MOTION TO AUTHORIZE....)
d. Shannon Meadows (Brief discussion)
e.
f.
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5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Wensmann - The Triangle (Brief Discussion)
• b. Water Conservation Discussion (Discussion, Staff to compose ...)
C.
d.
6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
a.
7. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT (Verbal Reports)
a.
b.
C.
d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for September 11, 1995 (set)
e.
f.
8. ADJOURNMENT Adjourned 8:00 p.m.
CITY OF RO S E M O U N T
2875 C145thiStreet West
P.O. Box 510
Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
Rosemount
55068 0510N
Phone: 612.423 -4411
Fax: 612- 423 -5203
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
AUGUST 7, 1995
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the Regular Utilities Commission Meeting of
the City of Rosemount was duly held on August 7, 1995 at 6:37 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Acting President
Walsh with Commission Member Berg, City Engineer /Public Works Director
Osmundson, Finance Director May and Recording Secretary Dorniden present. Acting
President Walsh let the record show that President Mulhern was absent.
There were no additions or corrections to the agenda.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the minutes_ of the July 10, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
• OLD BUSINESS
Project Updates
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The Commission listened to a brief overview of different items on the Project List.
Chippendale Water Tower /AEC Inspection Contract
The City Attorney added an addendum to the contract submitted by AEC. The money
for these inspection fees will come from the Water Operating Budget.
MOTION by Walsh to enter into a contract with AEC Engineering for inspection
services for the Chippendale Avenue Tower Repair for a price not to exceed $14,000
and authorize the necessary signatures. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
Shannon Meadows
The latest plan for this addition shows lots with 80 foot frontages and 110 foot depth.
A brief discussion took place regarding this development.
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Wensmann - The Triangle
The discussion for the Wensmann Triangle centered around the type of homes, the
drainage to Hawkins Pond, the extension of the 16" watermain to Covington with an
8" service to the development. A 1 % acre park has been dedicated. All in all this
development should be a nice addition to the area.
Water Conservation Discussion
The Commission had a major discussion regarding the conservation of water in the
City of Rosemount. An odd /even sprinkling ban was addressed. Commissioner Walsh
was very clear about the fact that if such a ban was put in place the City would be
expected to follow it. He feels a lot of waste is being placed on the grass by the City,
which makes it hard to ask residents to conserve if the City can't conserve. A brief
discussion regarding rain sensitive automatic sprinklers was held because of the
• amount of water wasted through irrigation systems while it is raining out.
The Commission directed Staff to prepare some type of permanent water conservation
plan and bring it back for more discussion.
OLD BUSINESS
Budget for 1996
Finance Director May handed out a clean typed copy of the budget. There was a
lengthy discussion regarding several aspects of the budget. Commissioner Walsh was
concerned with the funds for the new jet truck and the old jet truck. If the old jet
truck is repaired it will come out of a general account. The majority of revenue for
sanitary sewer goes to the MCES charge; also money is being set aside for the
maintenance of Tower #2.
Conversation centered around Birger Pond and what type of expenses could be
incurred should that develop, the need for another storage facility for vehicles, an
update of the Comp Water plan, a mini treatment plant versus a big treatment plant,
another well at Jaycee Park and many other items which would need to be
researched.
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The Commission unanimously decided to table the budget until the September 11,
1995 meeting when President Mulhern would be present for any input.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Set Next Meeting Agenda for September 11. 1995
• Budget for 1996
• Project Update
Shannon Meadows
Chippendale Tower
White Lake Acres
Keegan Lake
Wensmann Triangle
The Commission touched lightly on the flooding of Lower 147th Street and Cameo
Avenue. The Feasibility Report would be done in- house, however the Plans and
Specifications would be hired out. It was explained that this project cannot be started
until after the Council accepts the final levy for next year. That would happen in
September.
Commission Member Berg expressed his gratitude for the tour the Commission took
at the last regular Utility Commission meeting. He felt it was a very good idea and it
definitely benefitted him.
MOTION by Walsh to adjourn. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Meeting
adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
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Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT1
AGENDA
• REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 1995
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of August 7, 1995 Regular Meeting (MOTION to approve ...)
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Adopt Operating Budget for 1996 (MOTION To ADoF r .....)
b. Project Update (Brief discussion on various projects)
C. Ad for Bid - Emergency Generator (MOTION to recommend .....)
d. Emergency Preparedness Water Conservation Plan (MOTION to authorize .....
not to exceed $10,000)
e.
f.
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5. NEW BUSINESS
• ADD a. Installation of Fire Hydrant & Gate Valve at Bottom of Chippendale
Water Tower (MOTION to approve installation .....)
C.
d.
6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
a.
7. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT (Verbal Reports)
a.
b.
C.
d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for October 16, 1995 (Agenda set)
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the September 11, 1995 Regular Utilities
Commission Meeting of the City of Rosemount was duly held on September 11, 1995
at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. The meeting was called to
order by President Mulhern with Commission Members Walsh, Berg, City
Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson and Recording Secretary Dorniden present.
Additions to the Agenda included 5a.- Installation of Fire Hydrant and Gate Valve at the
bottom of Chippendale Water Tower.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the minutes of the August 7, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
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Adopt Operating Budget for 1996
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Minor changes were made and pointed out from previous discussions.
MOTION by Mulhern to adopt the 1996 Operating Budget for Water, Sanitary Sewer
and Storm Water Utility. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
Project Update
All the utility work is done on the Biscayne Avenue Improvements. A resident in the
Birger Pond area is concerned about the high water level. John McMenomy stopped
crews from working on the drainage ditch for the White Lake Acre Outlet. Keith Yapp
of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates confirmed that water goes the way it is
being channeled and it always has gone that way. All this project would be doing is
stabilizing the water. On the Diamond Path Watermain Improvements, crews will
probably have to open cut across CSAH 42 instead of boring under. The Commission
agreed that that is the way to go.
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Ad for Bid - Emergency Generator
Although not at the meeting, Dean Sharpe of Sebesta, Blomberg & Associates, had
finished the specifications for the emergency generator. After a rather detailed
discussion, the Commission directed Staff to get a quote from an electrician to look
into the wiring of Well #3 for emergency power for the chemical feed pumps.
MOTION by Walsh to recommend to City Council to proceed with the process for the
purchase of the emergency generator. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
Emergency Preparedness Water Conservation Plan
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson presented the Commission with a
proposal from P.C.E., Inc. for doing an Emergency Preparedness and Water
Conservation Plan. Staff had hoped to complete the Plan in- house, however it is due
the first of the year and time is running out.
• MOTION by Walsh to authorize Staff to hire a consultant to complete the Emergency
Preparedness and Water Conservation Plan for a cost not to exceed $10,000.
SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
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Installation of Fire Hydrant & Gate Valve at bottom of Chippendale Water Tower
The Commission listened intently while City Engineer /Public Works Director
Osmundson showed them the as- builts locating where Staff recommended the
installation of the fire hydrant and gate valve so maintenance would be able to flush
the system. The cost of the project would be estimated at $5,000. City Staff would
not be able to do the work themselves, it would need to be contracted out. Now is
the perfect time to do the work with the Tower being shut down for refurbishing. This
would allow a separation of the Tower and Well #7.
MOTION by Walsh to authorize the installation of a fire hydrant and gate valve at the
bottom of Chippendale Water Tower near the area of Well #7 and take the funds from
the Water Tower Repair Fund. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
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Set Next Meeting Agenda - October 16. 1995
• Recommend Award of Bid - Emergency Generator
• Project Update
Installation of Fire Hydrant Update
• Water Surface Management Update
The Commission looked at maps which the City had received from Bonestroo, Rosene,
Anderlik and Associates regarding Surface Water Management. The maps will become
part of the comprehensive SWMP maps within the City.
The Commission addressed water conservation, especially in regards to government
buildings and parks. They feel too much is being used for irrigation and the City can't
promote conservation if it is using out of control. The Commission talked about
sending another letter to Council voicing their concerns, however since they didn't get
a response to their last letter they hesitate to do so.
The letter the Commission received from Met Council regarding the sewage is close
to what the Commission had projected at budget time.
MOTION by Walsh to adjourn. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0. The
meeting was adjourned at 7:38 a.m.
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Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT UPDATED 10 -17 -95
AGENDA
• REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1995
6:30 P.M.
** *MEETING WILL BE IN UPPER LEVEL CONFERENCE ROOM * **
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of September 11, 1995 Regular Meeting (MOTION to
approve....)
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Project Update (verbal update)
b. Receive Bids /Recommend Award - Emergency Generator (MOTION to
receive bids /Deny Award....)
C. Receive Quotes - Repair to Well #3 (MOTION to receive.... award to..)
d. Water Surface Management Update (Bonestroo Representatives Presentation)
e.
f.
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5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Request for Reduction in Storm Water Utility Fee (Discussion w /Eleanor
Twining, Directive to Staff)
b. Request Waiver of SAC Charges (MOTION to deny .....)
C. Proposed Word Change of Current Utility Billing Procedures (MOTION to
approve changes ...)
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7. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT (Verbal Reports)
ADD a. Ertmann & Coffee Letter (MOTION to direct Staff to credit ..... on Ertmann.
Discussion on Coffee letter)
b.
C.
d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for November 13, 1995 (set)
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CITY OF RO S E M O U N T
2875 C145thiStreet West
P.O. Box 510
Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
Rosemount
55068 0510N
Phone: 612- 423 -4411
Fax: 612- 423 -5203
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
OCTOBER 16, 1995
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the October 16, 1995 regular Utilities
Commission meeting of the City of Rosemount was called to order in the Upper Level
Conference Room of the City Hall at 6:32 p.m. by Acting President Walsh.
Commission Member Berg, City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson, Civil
Engineer Litterer and Recording Secretary Dorniden were present.
Additions to the Agenda included Item 7a. - Ertmann & Coffee Letter.
MOTION by Berg to approve the minutes of the September 11, 1995 regular Utility
Commission minutes. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
• 5a. Request for Reduction in Storm Water Utility Fee
Eleanor and Mary Twining, owners of the property known as A -1 Concrete, were
present to ask that the Commission adjust their Storm Water Utility Fee to be more
equitable with surrounding areas. They are zoned "Commercial ", whereas they
contend that other surrounding properties with businesses are zoned "Agricultural ".
One of the questions Ms. Twining asked was why can't there be a designation to
differentiate between big business versus small business?
Although the Commission didn't adjust the Twinings' Storm Water Utility Fee, they
did direct Staff to check on a more equitable way to bill big business versus small
business.
4d. Water Surface Management Update
Dan Edgerton and Karen Shimon from Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates.
This firm is doing the City's Storm Water Management Plan. Ms. Shimmer went over
the computer program, SWIM, which is what they are using to build our Plan. The
• team went over the goals and policies they are developing for Rosemount. For a
visual aid they had produced a large map showing the flows, old pipe, proposed new
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pipes, etc. The Commission asked many questions and had much discussion. They
should have the draft plan ready by Thanksgiving.
4a. Project Update
City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson updated the Commission on several
different projects. He also apprised the Commission that Debbie Moeller has talked
to Council Members regarding the ponding in her yard. Since this is not a life, health
or safety issue, Engineering is waiting until the Storm Water Management Plan is
finished to further address her problem.
4b. Receive Bids /Recommend Award - Emergency Generator
There was a slight discussion on this generator. Only one bid was received.
MOTION by Walsh to receive bids and recommend to City Council to reject the
contract for the Utility Standby Power Provisions. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2.
• Nays: 0.
4c. Receive Quotes - Repair to Well #3
The City received 5 quotes with the low bid being $16,524, for further investigation
and repair of Well #3.
MOTION by Walsh to receive quotes /award contract for the repairs of Well #3 to
Keys Well Drilling in the amount of $16,524 with the money to come out of the
Water Operating Fund. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
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5b. Request Waiver of SAC Charges
Markos Chouliaris was not present, however he had spoken with City Engineer /Public
Works Director Osmundson regarding a waiver of the additional SAC Charges for the
remodeling of TOPS Pizza. Paul Heimkes, Interim Building Official, supplied the
Commission with chronological information regarding the SAC Charges and how they
connect with TOPS Pizza building as it is today.
MOTION by Berg to deny the waiver of SAC Charges to Markos Chouliaris of TOPS
Pizza. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0.
5c. Proposed Word Change of Current Utility Billing Procedures
MOTION by Walsh to approve changing the Finance Department phone number in the
Utility Billing procedures from 322 -2032 to 322 -2030. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2.
Nays: 0.
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7a. Ertmann & Coffee Letters
These items were added to the agenda because the Commission had received letters
from these customers. The Ertmann letter was very detailed and explained exactly
why he was requesting a credit. The consensus of the Commission and Staff was
to go back to the third quarter of last year and use that as an amount for the sewer
bill. Commission wanted Staff to write a letter informing Mr. Ertmann of this and also
advise him this would be his one -time courtesy credit.
The Coffee letter was addressed in a letter from Doug Litterer to the Coffees'. The
letter was in reply to the Coffee letter prior to the Commission meeting. Hopefully
with Doug Litterers' response, this will appease the Coffees'.
7d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for November 13, 1995
1 - Project Update
2- Review Fee Schedule
3- Ertmann Credit (Formal action)
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MOTION by Walsh to adjourn. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 2. Nays: 0. Meeting
adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
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AGENDA
• REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 1995
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of October 16, 1995 Regular Meeting (MOTION to approve...)
4. CONSENT (MOTION to approve.....)
a. Request for Sewer Credit
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5. OLD BUSINESS
a. Project Update (Updated on several projects)
b. Appeal Motion on SAC Charges (MOTION to compromise for one SAC ......1
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6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Review Sewer Rate on Billings (Several Residents, Lengthy Discussion, Staff
directed)
b. Review Fee Schedule (MOTION to recommend to the City Council to adopt...)
C.
d.
7. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
ADD a. Environmental Solutions for Minnesota Communities (President Mulhem
attended a conference, shared information)
8. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT (Verbal Reports)
ADD a. WaterPro Phone Read System
ADD b. Nitrates at the University of Minnesota Property
C.
d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for December 11, 1995 (set Agenda)
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CITY OF RO S E M O u N T
2875 -1I HALL
45th Street West
P.O. Box 510
Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
Rosemount,
55068 -0510 0
Phone: 612- 423 -4411
Fax: 612- 423 -5203
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
NOVEMBER 13, 1995
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the November 13, 1995 regular Utilities
Commission meeting of the City of Rosemount was called to order in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall at 6:30 p.m. by President Mulhern. Commission Members
Berg, Walsh, City Engineer /Public Works Director Osmundson and Recording
Secretary Dorniden were present.
Additions to the Agenda included Item 7a.- Environmental Solutions for Minnesota
Communities.
MOTION by Berg to approve the minutes of the October 16, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. SECOND by Berg.
Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
This item was presented at the October 16, 1995 regarding Markos Chouliaris,
owner /operator of TOPS Pizza. He was requesting a waiver of the two City SAC
charges and also to see if the City could waive the Metro SAC Charges which he has
already paid. He was not at the meeting in October at which time the Commission
had denied the waiver. He then contacted Staff and asked for another chance to
appeal in person. Mr Chouliaris does not feel it is fair that the City is charging him
for his existing building. He feels he has been asked to pay for the other businesses,
that didn't have to pay, that occupied that space prior to him. City Engineer /Public
Works Director Osmundson and the Commission "tried" to explain to Mr. Chouliaris
the system and tried to explain to him we don't regulate Metro SAC, he'd have to
take up his appeal regarding those two SAC units with Metro.
• MOTION by Berg to compromise for one (1) City SAC Charge and investigate why
MCES charged two (2) charges. SECONDED by Walsh. More discussion insued
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clarifying City SAC versus Metro SAC. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
Mr. Chouliaris asked to appeal this to the November 21, 1995 regular City Council
meeting. He was assured he would be put on the agenda.
Commission directed Staff to make up a list as to when SAC charges were initiated.
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. This became a lengthy topic with several residents from a neighborhood responding.
As happened last year, a new neighborhood came in to express their dismay over
having to pay for sewage at the same consumption as their water while watering their
new sod. Staff reiterated the "Rate Study" which was completed in the spring of
1994 established the new rates, and this situation was taken into consideration in the
establishment of the rates. It was explained that if the sprinkler credit was re-
established, the sewer rate would have to be increased. Also, irrigation meters are
available if a resident wants to go that route. Commissioner Walsh gave several
scenarios as to problems that have been experienced in the past. A lot of different
suggestions were made from averaging usage to a flat fee for one time new sod
credit. Each resident present had the opportunity to speak to the Commission and
give their opinions.
The Commission directed Staff to check into different solutions for one -time sod
credit for new homes by going back to 1994 and identifying 200 new single family
homes, then determine what type of rate structure should be used. Any funds that
would be used to reimburse these accounts would have to be taken from the Sewer
Operating Budget.
MOTION by Walsh to recess for 10 minutes. SECOND by Berg.
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President Mulhern reconvened the meeting at 8:55 p.m. where more discussion
ensued regarding the sewer charges.
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The Capital Charges for WAC and SAC were discussed along with meter installations.
The Commission also discussed a price comparison for STAC versus Trunk Area
Charge. It was explained that the STAC is always collected with the Building Permit,
so Rosemount has the reputation as always having the highest charges for Building
Permits. Most cities collect a Trunk Area Charge as part of the Development
Agreement where the Developer pays the cost upfront with the project.
• MOTION by Mulhern to recommend that City Council to adopt the fees for 1996 as
attached. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
The Surface Water Management Plan will probably recommend adjustments but will
be considered at a later date.
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Highlights of the project update were as follows:
Wensmann 9th Utilities are about complete and they are hoping to get partial
streets in within the next couple weeks.
Keys Well Drilling started the refurbishing of Well #3 today.
The drainage (ditch work) for Bacardi Avenue was completed.
Rebids on the Emergency Generator will be this Thursday.
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The work of the contractor, Schields Construction, was not a completed in a
very professional manner on the Diamond Path Trunk Watermain
Improvements, requiring additional Staff time.
Project #266, which was labeled Erickson 190 Drainage Improvements, has
been renamed to 1996 Reconstruction Street & Utilities Improvements.
Shannon Meadows has a new plan which will probably be accepted.
The City received a compliment on the Wachter 186A project.
Biscayne Avenue is now opened to traffic.
• The CMC 110 Acre site is just sitting until the settlemet with the railroad is
reached. This is the single family units.
On multiple family plats such as Wensmann 6, 7, 8 and 9, the property owner
will be responsible from the sewer line main to the home, rather than the curb
stop to the home.
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President Mulhern attended a meeting in St. Peter on environmental solutions. He
informed the Commission it was a very informative meeting and he had some
interesting reading which he will share with Commission Members. Testing for
ground water contamination is one of the most prevelant ways to check for
environmental problems, however next would be the solutions. The meeting stressed
conservation and management practices. One of the observations all the Commission
Members seem to realize is that the Minnesota population take water for granted and
they need to be more educated in the "Whys" of why we shouldn't take it for granted
and learn to conserve more.
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The City has received some of the pricing from WaterPro for our 1996 meter
purchases. Todd Bredesen will be attending the December 11, 1996 meeting to make
a presentation on the Phone Read System.
The Minnesota Department of Health contacted the City to apprise Staff that there
was a high level of nitrates found at the University of Minnesota main well. Our rural
water system uses the University's system as a back -up. A new plan will have to be
devised because our system has to be totally disconnected from the University's .
8c. SET NEXT MEETING AGENDA FOR DECEMBER 11. 1995
1. WaterPro
2. Update on City Council Decision on SAC Waiver
3. Generator - Project Update
4. A -1 Concrete - Small Business versus Large Business - Storm Water Utility for
Commercial use of Agricultural property.
MOTION by Mulhern to adjourn. SECOND by Walsh. Meeting was adjourned at
10:00 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
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AGENDA
• REGULAR UTILITY COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1995
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or Corrections to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes of November 11, 1995 Regular Meeting (MOTION to
approve ...... )
4. CONSENT (MOTION to approve ..... & authorize necessary signatures)
a. Fund Transfer
b. RMR Contract Fee Change for 1996
5. OLD BUSINESS
a. Project Update (Much discussion, especially regarding City Project #266)
b.
C.
d.
e.
• 6. NEW BUSINESS
a. WaterPro Presentation on Phone Read (Representatives made lengthy
presentation, Very interesting)
b. LOGIS Proposal (Finance Director discussed new software, especially for Utility Billing
however not to exclude other applications City has, Commission directed more research)
a.
8. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT (Verbal Reports)
a. Council Decision on SAC Appeal (Council upheld Commission decision)
b.
C.
d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for January 8, 1996 (Meeting Set)
e.
f.
9. ADJOURNMENT 9:03 p.m.
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7.
PRESIDENT'S
REPORT
a.
8. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT (Verbal Reports)
a. Council Decision on SAC Appeal (Council upheld Commission decision)
b.
C.
d. Set Next Meeting Agenda for January 8, 1996 (Meeting Set)
e.
f.
9. ADJOURNMENT 9:03 p.m.
CITY OF RO S E M O U N T
2875 C145thiStreet West
P.O. Box 510
Everything's Coming Up Rosemount!!
Rosemount, MN
55068 -0510
Phone: 612- 423 -4411
Fax: 612- 423 -5203
UTILITY COMMISSION MINUTES
DECEMBER 11, 1995
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the regular meeting of the Rosemount Utility
Commission was called to order on Monday, December 11, 1995 at 6:37 p.m. by
President Mulhern. The meeting was conducted in the Council Chambers of the City
hall with Commission Members Berg, Walsh, City Engineer /Public Works Director
Osmundson, Finance Director May, Utility & Building Supervisor Widstrom and
Recording Secretary Dorniden present.
There were no additions to the agenda.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the minutes of the November 13, 1995 regular Utility
Commission meeting. SECOND by Berg. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
CONSENT AGENDA
• MOTION by Walsh to approve the Consent Agenda as presented and authorize the
necessary signatures needed. SECOND by Mulhern. Ayes: 3. Nays: 0.
In his Executive Summary on the above topic, Finance Director May apprised the
Commission that when the City went to the present Utility Billing system that we
have now, the city took a step backwards. The cost of the LOGIS system would cost
$15,000 - $20,000 a year just for the Utility package. The City only pays $10,000
now for all our applications: Utility Billing, Fund Accounting and Payroll.
Commission Members directed Staff to look at every possibility, such as NSP, Peoples
and Dakota Electric, for reading the water meters and processing bills. The item was
tabled and more work will be done next year.
Todd Bredesen of WaterPro and Jim Grillo of Sensus Technologies were in attendance
• and made a lengthy presentation on the conveniences of installing phone reads on the
water meters for new construction. Once their presentation was concluded, the
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Commission asked a variety of questions. No action was taken and we will get back
to WaterPro once Staff and the Commission discuss what is needed.
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McNamara Property - Next 5 years will be built up. 12" line for water.
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Wensmann 9th - All utilities are in.
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Keegan Lake - nothing to report
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Well #3 Rehab - Got started, but is too cold, equipment won't start. Brush
inside casing and bailing. Will be done in a couple weeks.
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Emergency Generator - Ordered through Ziegler, who was low bid. Will buy
electrical parts.
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Diamond Path Trunk Watermain - Holding retainage check.
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Erickson 190, Phase 1 - Renamed as Project #266, 1996 Street & Utility
Reconstruction Improvements. Commission Member Walsh was concerned.
He felt the Utility Commission should be first to hear about the utility end of
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this project since they are an advisory board to the Council. The Council will
receive the Feasibility Report and order a Public Hearing on December 19th
without any input from the Commission. He feels their is a definite lack of
communication. A Special meeting can always be called if information comes
up to be acted on.
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Birger Pond - Staff has met with Apple Valley concerning Birger Pond. The
next step will be a meeting with Apple Valley and Lakeville. It appears that
Bob Harpers property is the most affected and will require a storm water
easement. Staff will be meeting with Birch view Terrace residents within the
next months to discuss sewer, water and streets.
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Shannon Meadows - Received Preliminary Plat approval for 29 lots. The plans
for the water and sewer haven't been drafted yet, however the sewer will need
to be brought to the old Strese and Knick houses through Shannon Meadows.
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Carrousel Plaza - This project is finally finished and the storm drain trunk
oversizing was finally paid for.
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The SAC Charges levied against Markos Chourilias were appealed at Council level and
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the Council stood behind the Utility Commissions decision to waive one SAC Unit out
of the two. If this is not paid, Council directed Staff to assess this charge to his
property.
City Engineer /Public Works Director explained that he had more requests to lease
space on top of the water tower to place cellular phone antennas. The City Attorney
will be checking into the possibilities and what type of legal ramifications this could
have. The Commission felt this could bring in some extra income for the City.
1- Update on Project #266
2- Update on Surface Water Management Plan
3- Update on Water Conservation Plan
4- A -1 Concrete - large versus small
• MOTION by Mulhern to adjourn. SECOND by Berg. Meeting adjourned at 9:03 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Cindy Dorniden
Public Works Secretary
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