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COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 13, 1997 Council Member Neal stated he was a driver for this program and believes it is a good program because it also brings someone to a senior citizen's home once each day. He stated this is an important program since a lot of people don't have a hot meal once per day. Council Member Neal complimented Ms. Novak on this program. Ms. Novak agreed with the importance of having someone check with seniors at lease once a day. Council Member Neal related an incident he experienced when delivering Meals On Wheels. Ms. Novak advised there are about 125 volunteers who do all of the meal delivery and form a wonderful relationship with the seniors they serve. Council Member Neal added this is also a Lions project. Council Member Kuether asked if meals are delivered only five days a week. Ms. Novak stated they are plus frozen meals are available for use over the weekend and on holidays, if ordered. She explained the cost increase is due to using microwaveable trays which will make it easier for seniors. Julie Brown, RISE, Inc., stated they are requesting $3,000 to help replace two vans for their transportation department. She advised RISE serves disabled clients, vulnerable adults who do not own cars or drive, and 90% work in the community. Ms. Brown reported that in 1996, RISE served 1,800 clients, 950 from Anoka County and several from Lino Lakes. RISE receives 65% of its program fee funding from the State and Anoka County so the CDBG funding would be used for capital improvement costs to provide funding for the van. She thanked the City for its support since 1989 and indicated it is because of Lino Lakes and other communities that RISE is able to continue the transportation program. Cathey Weidmann, Anoka County Community Action Program (ACCAP), explained they offer an outreach program which links seniors to supportive programs to keep them in their home. She introduced Phyllis Linder who meets with clients in their home and makes referrals based on their needs. Ms. Linder also helps with paperwork and transportation to the courthouse, if needed. Ms. Wyland reported that Ms. Linder made 56 referrals on behalf of seniors she visited and anticipates serving an increased number of Lino Lakes residents because of Willow Ponds. She explained their goal is to prevent unnecessary or premature nursing home placement and allow seniors to live safely in their home for as long as possible. Ms. Weidmann thanked the City for its support and requested continued support through CDBG funds. No one else appeared to address this item. Ms. Schloer explained that Mr. Kent Campbell of Arc of Anoka County and Ramsey County provided a written request for $1,000.00. Council Member Kuether moved to close the public hearing and make the final CDBG funding decision at the January 27, 1997 City Council meeting. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING, CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED UTILITY RATES FOR THE NEXT THREE (3) YEARS Mr. Ahrens explained City staff prepared a utility rate study to determine utility rates for 1997, 1998, and 1999. He noted the two resolutions which will be presented and considered regarding utility rates for the next three years. Per the City Charter, the water and sewer department must PAGE 5