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Mr. Schwartz noted the moratorium ending in June of 2010 for this use. 2010 Contract B project newsletter Mr. Schwartz advised that bids had come in at approximately twenty percent (20%) under the engineer's estimate; and noted that the low bidder had been last year's successful bidder, given a number of challenges with that project, and staff's negative experience with that bidder, they may recommend the second lowest responsible bidder for this year's project, pending further review of the bids. Discussion included the extent and type of workmanship challenges; additional costs to the contractor in correcting problems; and other incentives for the previous project. Fairview Pathway Improvement Open House (NESCC) Notice Projects Update Mr. Schwartz advised that the City Council approved plans and specifications for the City portion of the Rice Street Improvement Project, and estimated costs, with an assessment hearing to be scheduled upon project completion in 2011 based on actual construction costs. Discussion included other 2010 projects, including lining of sanitary sewer lines; upcoming presentation to the City Council on the possible future implementation of a automated meter reading system for water meters; current status of the bonding bill and inclusion of the Rice Street Bridge project; utility undergrounding and cost sharing by the Cities of Little Canada and Roseville once Xcel Energy completes detailed engineering estimates and final City Council approvals. By consensus, Chair DeBenedet amended tonight's agenda, moving Item No. 9 entitled, "Organized Collection Focus Group Discussion" immediately following the Annual Recycling Report. 5. 2009 Annual Recycling Report Recycling Coordinator Tim Pratt and Eureka Recycling representative Christopher Goodwin, a representative from Eureka Recycling were in attendance to present their annual report. Mr. Goodwin reviewed highlights of the report relative to economic impacts during 2009 affecting recycling programs and marketing of materials nation-wide. Mr. Goodwin noted the high participation level and healthy reputation of collectables from Roseville's curbside recycling program; the quality of materials provided to end markets by Eureka; current demands and impacts on revenue sharing; existing and future markets of materials; and the value of the education provided to residents in their recycling efforts.