1997-08-13 - CC Packet - (Admin.)

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MOTION by Wilharber to table approval for Residential Refuse Contract to August 13, 1997 Council meeting. Seconded by Helmbrecht. Motion carried unanimously. SPECIAL MEETIN G 20th Avenue Watermain Interconnect and Trunk Sanitary Sewer City Engineer Nyberg explained the background of the 20th Ave. watermain assessments and interconnection charges with Lino Lakes. Mr. Nyberg also mentioned he has held talks with Anoka County with putting City utilities in the County right -of -way. Mayor Wilharber questioned Staff what effect the future Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA) expansion would have on the watermain expansion. Councilmember Helmbrecht asked Staff about Met Council approval the City's Comprehensive Guide Plan. Mr. March explained that certain lots considered in the watermain expansion are included in the future MUSA. Councilmembers Helmbrecht and Powers asked if the watermain interconnect with Lino Lakes could work both ways. Mr. Nyberg confirmed that could be possible. Mayor Wilharber stressed it is essential for the City to be more active in cost - sharing programs with surrounding cities in the future. Councilmember Powers stated she agrees with the watermain interconnection, she disagreed that the City should contribute funds for the construction. Councilmember Powers stated she felt that City property taxes were high enough. Mr. March suggested the City could pay for the project's meter vault and lift station. Councilmember Helmbrecht mentioned tax increment financing could be a source for project funding. Councilmember Brenner agreed the City should contribute to the watermain interconnection. Councilmember Powers again asserted her objection to the City contribution. MOTION by Wilharber for a $150,000 City contribution for the 20th Avenue Watermain Interconnection and Trunk Sanitary Sewer. Seconded by Helmbrecht. Brenner, Wilharber, and Helmbrecht- Aye, Powers- Nay. Motion carried. Mr. Nyberg recommended the Council hold a public hearing for watermain and sewer assessments. Mayor Wilharber suggested a public informational hearing could coincide with the next Council meeting, Aug. 13, 1997. MOTION by Wilharber to have a public informational hearing for 20th Avenue Watermain Interconnect and Trunk Sanitary Sewer assessments. Seconded by Helmbrecht. Brenner, Helmbrecht, and Wilharber- Aye, Powers- Abstain. Motion carried. SPECIAL Transfer of City Funds to Smith Barney Mr. March informed the Council the City has approximately $2.9 million in cash reserves. Mr.