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UTLITY MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 30, 2010
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Utility Committee Chair Cindy Endicott. Present for the meeting were chair Endicott; supervisors Greg Andrews and John Goman; MSA representative Jerome Flogel resident Rick Hanson and clerk Cammy Hansen and deputy clerk in training Toni Blomdahl.
The minutes of the February 23, 2010 Utility Committee meeting were approved.
CORRESPONDENCE: None
PROJECT 1B: Jerome informed the committee of two installations that have been made recently due to emergencies (septic system failure and change of ownership.)
KOLSTAD WATER PROJECT: Jerome presented the design contracts for signature. The following items were discussed: 1. Exhibit B: $65,000.00 (design, drafting of plans for bid process;) excluded costs are: geo-tech and plat survey. Jerome estimates those two items to be in the area of $7,500.00. Chris Rosseau met with Jim Oberstar in Washington D.C. last week and our project was brought up. Jerome also stated that the MN Dept. of Health has sent us a letter regarding the Intended Use Plan and the Project Priority List. The MDH has issued a statement that their priority will be “Green” projects and specifically noted that water loss would be considered a green project. Jerome said we need to establish a list of properties that could be assessed in relation to this project. Also, Jerome discovered that there is a water meter on Austin St. that services a few homes. The City of Duluth does not know which homes are on that line. We will have to actually shut the water off to find out which homes are affected. Cammy and Jerome will coordinate that process. The deadline for the IUP is June 4th.
LIFT STATION #1: Jerome spoke with WLSSD about the readout meter on site. WLSSD does not need this meter and has no interest in replacing it. If Rice Lake wants the meter, WLSSD may assist in replacing it, but no confirmation of that was given. If WLSSD does agree to assist in the replace cost, they will not assume any responsibility for future expenses of this meter. The committee discussed the value of having the meter reading. It is nice to have the monthly total, and as a cross reference for WLSSD’s numbers. Rick states that if it is not necessary, he would not recommend expending the funds. However, if the meter does have some value for Gary’s troubleshooting for the pumps, then it may be worthwhile. John thinks that it would be a good tool to have to discover possible discrepancies with WLSSD. Jerome will get some cost estimates.
Lift Station #10: Jerome is trying to get together with Gary to work on this and will wait until things dry out a little before proceeding. Greg mentioned that when he checked the LS last week, he did notice a faint odor. Greg said he also noticed that the fence and trees at LS #10 have been pushed over. Greg will discuss it with Gary.
Rice Lake Road North: Jerome spoke with the MPCA representative about the permit. Cammy said that Mary Frances has prepared a draft of a development agreement. It will be emailed to Scott at Northland. There are no specific time periods or dollar amounts on the agreement; these items are to be determined. All the committee members agree that Northland should be allowed to recoup some of their costs if additional users connect to the line.
Lift Station #9: When Greg was doing a locate a few days ago, he noticed the wet well was open and was entirely full. Jerome said that Phil told him about that. Jerome said that if this situation is affecting the readings, it would be to the Town’s favor.
Long Range Service Plan: Jerome attended the WLSSD User’s meeting and submitted a meeting summary on items that may affect the Town. These items include: the Urban Services Boundary, the FOG (fats, oils and greases) ordinance to be adopted by 12/31/10, and annual I&I meeting (expected in April,) MPCA new permit fee structure, WLSSD shifting fee structure.
Sanitary Sewer Repairs: Jerome will contact Larry Shelton to finish paving from last year’s repairs. Greg said that we have probably missed our window for conducting the manhole inspection.
W. Calvary Pavement: Cindy mentioned that there are some problem areas with the pavement on West Calvary Road. Rick stated that he has noticed that as well. Jerome reminded everyone that this was only an overlay. Greg stated that this is something the County will need to handle.
The next meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
Having no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
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