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M~NUTES Ctty Council November 25, 1981 Shoreview The Eng9neer reported that Shoreview has requested to run some water W~ter connections for about 6 lots near the bridge on Rice Street. They would Connection also like control of the water meters. The Eng9neer did not oppose the connection to the Little Canada water main, but suggested that the City supply the meter and maintain it. Mrs. Sc~lze asked how these people would be assessed. The Engineer commented that Shoreview would install the connections. The City Clerk asked about the assessments. Mayor Hanson asked if the City should establish a front foot assessment plus the cost of the junction box to charge these people. The Engineer suggested that these people be assessed what the people on the Little Canada side paid for watermain. The Engineer suggested that he write a letter to Shoreview on this and he will present to the Council at the next meeting. The Engineer also stated that he could not see any other connections that would be requested. Gagne The Attorney reported that Mr. Gagne appeare~ in court 1ast Friday and Matter pleaded not guilty. The Attorney did not feel the pre-trial would be before January. 7he Flttorney suggested that the Gagne matter could be discussed at a closed door work session. The Attorney informed the Counci1 that this is allowed under the Open Meeting Law when it concerns litigation, so that 1itigation can be discussed without jeopardizing the City's case. It was the concensus of the Council to have a closed door workshop meeting after tonight's Council meeting to discuss the Gagne litigation. Roseville The Engineer reported that Roseville has contacted him regarding the Emergency installation of an 8 or 10 inch water line across Rice Street for Water emergency water situa tions. The line would be utilized by either the Connection City of Roseville or City of Litt1e Canada. The Fngineer informed the Council that this had been done in other cities. P4r. Carley stated that he saw no prablem with it and felt it might be a good idea. Mr. Hanson asked the status of the upgradinq of Rice Street. Mr. Carley commented that the State has contacted the property owners on Rice Street and has made offers for easements. The Fngineer stated that the waterline would be installed at the time of the upgrading of Rice Street. Mr. ForsbPrg asked who would pay for this waterline. The Engineer replied that the cost would be shared equally between both cities. The Engineer did not feel it would cost over $10,000. Mr. Carley stated that the line would be used only in emergencies ~nd it would not be metered. Mr. Nanson suggested that the matter be taken under advisement to see how the upgrading of Rice Street progresses. Page -13-