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Mounds View City Council March 27, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 17 Director of Public Works Ulrich explained that the City as recently begun to replace some manhole covers. He stated the current manhole covers have 1 to 1½ inch tick holes in them, which allows for access, but also allows any rain or melting snow to enter. He advised that the manholes are inspected every time they televise, and they can see where manholes might be leaking and allowing for some infiltration. He stated that grouting and sealing the cracks and joints is determined when they are televising, at which time they are inspected and documented, and a contractor comes out and takes care of this. Director of Public Works Ulrich stated at many times in the past, there has been discussion regarding the implementation of the Sump Pump Removal Project. He stated that depending upon the monies available, and where they commence, they could implement some type of program, however, there may be some difficulty in terms of the balance of the loan. He explained that this would determine the extent to which they are able to survey the community for sump pumps, the amount of money they would have for staff inspection, and the reimbursable costs they might be able to offer the residents to assist with these corrections. He indicated that the funds might become somewhat extended, however, it is something they could begin to examine, in preparation for some type of enactment of this program. Director of Public Works stated staff would indicate to the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services that the City still has sealed manholes in place, and they can make visual inspections of the manhole structures themselves to insure they are not leaking. He indicated staff could submit some documentation and pictures, as well as television reports made throughout the years, and as long as those items are still functioning, they will forgive the annual payment for that year, and ultimately, that loan would become a grant. Director of Public Works Ulrich stated there is currently $25,000 in the budget for manhole rehabilitation and main route rehabilitation, and staff is requesting an additional $5,000 from the Wastewater Contingency Fund be transferred into the System Improvement Fund, to show that they have matched the $30,000 loan. MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution No. 5425, a Resolution Authorizing a Metropolitan Council Environmental Services I & I Loan Application. Council Member Marty requested clarification regarding the 18-month project completion and 5- year documentation time frames. Director of Public Works Ulrich explained that the projects they are able to accomplish with the $60,000 would have to be completed within the 18-month period. He stated they would probably begin in the same order the projects are listed in the Staff Report, with the very obvious items, where corrections could take place immediately, and they could show that the measures would hold up. For example, the replacement of manhole covers to stop infiltration, which would last for a very long time. He indicated the remainder of the measures, as they descend on the list, would probably require more significant funds. He stated they would have to begin contracting for services to seal manholes, cracks, joints and pipes, and these funds would pay for the staff time, televising, administrating the program, and all related costs. Council Member Marty inquired if they were prepared to commence once this item is approved.