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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 21, 2014 Page 4 of 8 GAC filters. Mr. Griffin said he thinks there are about 19 on the filters in the entire area. It was discussed that the PFC level spikes can change over time. Mr. Griffin explained the proposed assessments and estimated costs to residents. An overview of the project schedule was provided. Mr. Griffin noted that the capacity is limited until installation of water tower. MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO OPEN PUBLIC HEARING. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. Public hearing opened at 8:16 pm. Mark Klosner 1827 Ivory Ave. N. asked that city bypass Parkview Estates. His water has been tested and no issues for his well. His all-in would be about $25,000. He does not see the value in having city water. Jim Williams 1805 Ivory Ave. N. on GAC filter. He might have changed his mind about purchasing home had he known about the water issues. His quality is good right now, but he is on a filter. He is in favor of bypassing neighborhood. Mayor Pearson noted that wells in this area would be more expensive to install. Dan Deeb 1680 Ivory. Ave. N. is on a filter as well. He is opposed to including his neighborhood. Al Eberhard 2298 Inwood Ave. N. speaking on behalf of Eberhard family. His property is agricultural, and he is against the pumping station being on the property. He is continuing to negotiate with City staff. Does not want eminent domain resorted to. Opposition is limited to pumping station. Peter Bartosh 1697 Ivory Ave. N. is opposed to project. Has the GAC filter. Believes there are other options to bring clean water in to area. He will take his chances with the possibility of his well failing. David Nelson 1757 Ivory Ave. N. is opposed to project in neighborhood. Jeff Iverson 1663 Ivory Ave. N. wants neighborhood bypassed. Steve Ortman 1668 Ivory Ave. N. is in favor of bypassing neighborhood. He urged council to place booster station in location that creates sufficient pressure for system. MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. Public hearing closed at 8:27 pm. Mayor Pearson asked about the design/specs and changing the route. Mr. Griffin explained that Council can amend resolution to not include Parkview estates. Council Members Reeves and Bloyer thanked residents for coming. Both members respect the residents’ input. MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-07, ORDERING THE INWOOD BOOSTER STATION AND TRUNK WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND THE PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS NOT INCLUDING PARKVIEW ESTATES. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. Mr. Griffin explained that MSA Professional Services was selected as engineering support. Why the lowest bid was not selected was discussed. Mr. Griffin explained that the best value contractor was selected. MOTION: Mayor Pearson moved TO APPROVE THE UPDATED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES CONSULTING POOL, THEREBY ADDING MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. IN THE AREA OF GENERAL MUNICIPAL SERVICES. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0. MOTION: Council Member Bloyer moved TO AWARD A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT SERVICES CONTRACT TO MSA PROFESSIONAL