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Regular City Council Meeting Monday,June 11,2012 Page 10 game indicating the best option and form and a basis from which to operate (e.g. whether to manage the program through a management contract or in-house at the Public Works level). Chair Vanderwall spoke in support of that discussion process being initiated so all potential points could be discussed. While Chair Vanderwall recognized the benefit of fewer vehicles on area streets, resulting in increased safety and longevity of those streets as one consideration, he clarified that the main concern was the current rate variances experienced among neigh- bors; and the PWETC's belief that those rates could be lowered and standard- ized throughout the City of Roseville, based on the experiences of surrounding communities. Mayor Roe noted, and expressed appreciation, for the PWETC's inclusion and productive interaction with haulers to-date, and asked that they continue to in- clude them in the process, and in compliance with statutory requirements. Mayor Roe opined that it was the City Council's desire, as well as obviously that of the PWETC,to be respectful of those businesses. Chair Vanderwall noted the PWETC's desire for more dialogue with the haul- ers; however, he advised that they were more often than not represented by their legal counsel who presented a standard statement. Mayor Roe reiterated the City's interest in individual companies being involved in the process. Councilmember Pust noted the City's implementation several years ago of a two-tiered water rate to encourage conservation rates; and asked if the PWETC had analyzed whether that system had made as much of or any difference. Chair Vanderwall opined that it had not had the desired impact to the extent in- tended. Past Chair DeBenedet advised that the PWETC had discussed reviewing the rate structure last fall; however, at that time there was not enough information for a meaningful analysis. However, Mr. DeBenedet concurred with Chair Vanderwall that there was not a significant impact seen for water use and re- duced consumption with such a pricing tier. Councilmember Pust asked that the PWETC review peer communities and their success rate with incentivizing water conservation. Councilmember Pust further questioned if residents were aware of or educated about conservation efforts, in- cluding the rain barrel program. City Manager Malinen and Public Works Director Duane Schwartz noted that the City had just recently held a sale on compost bins and rain barrels, with all rain barrels (approximately 40) sold.