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REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Utility Commission was held
on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 5:30 PM in Rosemount Council Chambers, 2875 145th
Street West.
Chairperson Johnson called the meeting to order with Commissioners Miller and Demuth.
Staff present included the following: Mayor Weisensel, City Administrator Martin, Public Works
Director Egger, Public Works Supervisor for Streets & Utilities Jacobus, and Recording Secretary
Simonson.
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
Director Egger highlighted that there are discrepancies in some of the manganese sample
results for Q4 2024, specifically regarding the units. Several entries have not been reported in
the correct unit of micrograms per liter (ug/L).
AUDIENCE INPUT
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.a. October 28, 2024, Utility Commission Meeting Minutes
Motion by Johnson Second by Miller
Motion to Approve the minutes as presented.
Ayes: 3.
Nays: None. Motion Carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
6.a. Manganese Monitoring Update
Director Egger reported that three additional sample locations were added, with samples
collected on a different date than the others. However, moving forward, all samples will be
collected on the same date. A new column for water hardness results has also been added,
along with well pumpage data from each well for two days prior, the day of testing, and two
days after testing. It was noted that city results continue to be higher than the MVTL results,
with a few sites exceeding 100. These higher readings are primarily from well locations, with
only a few residential sites affected. Winter samples are expected to show lower results due to
outdoor taps being shut off for the season.
The Commissioners requested a review of the MDH sampling results from 2022 and/or the
initial testing data. A discussion followed regarding submitting the data to the MDH for their
review and recommendations after one year of sampling.
Staff confirmed that the Manganese informational notices will be distributed to local daycare
facilities and pediatricians in Dakota County in December.
NEW BUSINESS
7.a. 2024 Top 10 Water Users - Commercial/Industrial
Staff reported that there were no unexpected findings regarding the top 10 commercial and
industrial water users in the city. The Commissioners requested to see the quarterly bills and
rates for these top 10 users.
The Commissioners mentioned that residents often inquire about high-volume water users and
how the city determines the capacity of the water system. Staff explained that each project
undergoes an Alternative Urban Wide Review (AUAR), which includes an assessment of water
usage. The report is reviewed by the city, MCES, DNR, and other relevant agencies. Each project
is evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
The Commissioners suggested that the city create a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
document regarding the Meta Data Center's water usage. Although this information was
previously shared during the public hearing, staff will pull the data and reformat it into an FAQ
for residents.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
8.a. Well Pumping Report
Director Egger noted that water usage is trending lower with increased precipitation. Current
pumping data shows that water usage at this time is 230 million gallons below the total for
2023. With the winter months approaching, water usage is expected to decrease further,
making it unlikely that 2024 usage will reach the levels seen in 2023.
8.b. Action Item / Issues list
Staff will work to provide the following information as requested by the Commissioners:
• Billing and rates for the top 10 water users
• Manganese Information Notices to daycare facilities and pediatricians
• Previous Manganese testing results from the MDH
• Staff strategies to entice HOAs to participate in irrigation audits
8.c. Set Next Meeting Agenda – March 25, 2025
i. Stormwater pond sampling results (not sediment)
ii. Well 17 update
iii. Review draft 2024 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) prior to publishing
iv. Water Efficiency Grant update
v. UC Meeting Calendar for 2025
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Utility Commission at the regular meeting
and upon a motion by Miller and a second by Demuth, the meeting was adjourned at 6:41 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Amy Simonson
Recording Secretary