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PUBLIC WORKS/STREETS Staffing One of our public works staff members will be undergoing surgery in November, which will sideline him for plowing duties. We are exploring options to fill that void until he can return to work. City Hall Renovation Staff met with the Safety Coordinator from our Regional Safety Group to review potential OSHA grant-eligible components of a city hall renovation project. STORMWATER/WETLAND Met Council Stormwater Grant The City received formal notification that our grant was awarded by vote of the full Met Council. Staff and consultants met and are developing a formal work plan to submit to Met Council for review. We are also exploring additional funding opportunities through Rice Creek Watershed District to supplement the grant funds from Met Council. SEWER AND WATER Wellhead Protection Plan The Minnesota Department of Health did not fund our grant application for $10,000 to cover costs related to getting wells sealed. However, they encouraged us to submit again in the spring when the next round of funding is available. Downtown Water Main and Street Reconstruction Staff and consultants continue to work on the plans and specifications for the Downtown Street and Utility Improvements. The plans will be presented to the City Council in November for bidding in December and early January. Cedar Street Water Main Interconnect The city has submitted an insurance claim for damage to an electrical panel and SCADA controls related to a lighting strike. Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve Maintenance Facility Sewer Hook-up County parks staff has contacted the city requesting an extension of their sewer service to some new office space at their maintenance facility in the regional park. PARKS AND RECREATION Committee Vacancy The parks committee has one open seat.