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Mounds View City Council September 25, 2023 Regular Meeting Page 2 treated in the past quarter, noting there were five watermain breaks. He explained 80,680 feet of sanitary sewer lines had been cleaned this year and 32,000 feet of line had been televised. He stated 608 miles of street have been swept. He reviewed the park maintenance that had been completed this year. He commented on the number of trees that have been removed (130) and marked for removal (100+) by the City Arborist. He stated EAB and oak wilt were hitting the community hard. He provided further comment on the parks programming and park rentals. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson reported both Spring Lake Road and Pleasant View flooded due to blockage in the storm drainage. He explained the contractor was responsible for making sure these remained open. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson then provided the Council with an update on the City’s water treatment facility. He explained Phase I of the project was in litigation and Phase II was nearing completion. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson discussed the stormwater pond assessment that was completed by Stantec and reported the City held a neighborhood meeting for the Silver View Pond. He stated a neighborhood meeting would be held for Ardan Pond on Thursday, September 28. Council Member Gunn asked that staff create a list of recommended or preferred tree plantings for residents that have lost trees to EAB or oak wilt. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson recommended these residents speak with the City Arborist. He discussed how the City was working to replace its forest with a variety of tree species. Council Member Lindstrom thanked Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson and his team for all of their efforts on behalf of the community. Further discussion ensued regarding the usage of the volleyball courts. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson reported the community was in a severe drought and even with the recent rain, the City would have to become even stricter with the water restrictions, which meant no irrigation would be allowed. He urged all residents to reduce their water usage. Bob King, 7408 Silver Lake Road, explained he has one ash tree and one oak tree that have to be removed from his property. He urged residents to speak with several contractors in order to ensure they are providing fair rates. Sharon Kirscher, 8406 Red Oak Drive, asked what kind of damage the chestnut borer was doing. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson explained this was another insect that was impacting oak trees. He stated there was no treatment for this insect. City Administrator Zikmund reported the chestnut borer was mostly impacting burl and white oaks. He understood there was a new herbicide that could be used to treat for this insect. He stated strong trees could survive this insect.