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COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 18, 1995 CONSIDERATION OF THE ADOPTION OF THE CITY DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING POLICY PER U. S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS, 49 C.F.R. PART 382, DAN TESCH Mr. Tesch explained that a drug and alcohol testing policy was sent to the City Council in their packets. This policy is mandated by the Federal Government. The policy requires all public and private employers that have drivers who are required to carry a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) put in place a random drug testing policy. The policy for the City of Lino Lakes is one that has been modified based on an approved model by several cities in the metro area. The policy meets all guidelines necessary to comply with the federal legislation including random and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. Mr. Tesch will come before the City Council in January to request that the City enter into a contract with Metro Test to administer the Lino Lakes testing policy. The City will be a member of a consortium of metropolitan cities thereby pooling the Lino Lakes drivers and realizing a significant reduction in costs. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy for the City of Lino Lakes. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT, DAVID AHRENS Consideration of Resolution No. 95 - 187 Receiving Feasibility Study and Calling Hearing for Improvement - Clearwater Creek Trunk Utilities, John Powell - Mr. Powell explained that the Lino Lakes City Council ordered the preparation of a feasibility study for this proposed improvement at its regular meeting on September 11, 1995. The report addresses the need for trunk utility service in the southeast quadrant of I35E and Main Street to support development of businesses in that area. In accordance with Minnesota State Statute Section 429 and the Lino Lakes City Charter, the feasibility report is to be received by the City Council and a public hearing scheduled. Resolution No. 95 - 187 sets the public hearing for 6:30 P.M., January 22, 1996 Council Member Elliott moved to adopt Resolution No. 95 - 187 as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 95 - 187 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 95 - 188 Receiving Feasibility Study and Calling Hearing for Improvement - Elevated Water Storage Tank No. 2 - Mr. Powell explained that the Lino Lakes City Council ordered preparation of a feasibility study for this proposed improvement at their September 11, 1995 meeting. In accordance with PAGE 3