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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 27, 2026 Page 5 1 Public Works Superintendent Moellman provided a presentation on the snowplowing operations 2 for the community. He provided information on decision-making, public notification, pre- 3 wetting with salt brine, plowing, and community outreach. 4 5 Councilmember Doolan thanked Mr. Moellman and his staff for the excellent job they do, 6 recognizing the need for their schedules to adjust to snow events as they do not work 24/7. She 7 also appreciated the cooperation with MWMO related to the use of salt, noting that the City is 8 always recognized as a star example by the MWMO. 9 10 Councilmember Elnagdy recognized the great job the department has done to respond to all the 11 snow events this winter and acknowledged the remarkable timeline the department follows. She 12 believed that this information would help to counter some of the complaints. 13 14 Councilmember Jenson also appreciated the attention the streets receive and commented on the 15 great service that continues to be provided to the community. 16 17 Mayor Webster appreciated the presentation and the effort of staff. She noted that she enjoys 18 knowing which driver handles each segment of the community and the ability for residents to 19 know who their driver is. She also recognized the great leadership that Mr. Moellman provides 20 and the great work his team does. 21 22 B.Resolution 26-016 – Water Meter Upgrades. 23 24 City Engineer Messner presented information on the proposed city-wide water meter 25 replacement project. He provided background information on the previous water meter 26 replacement project that occurred in 2006, noting that those meters are reaching the end of their 27 useful life and replacement is again necessary. He provided information on the proposed project 28 and project cost. 29 30 Councilmember Doolan asked for more information on the ability for live reading and whether 31 that requires internet within the home. Mr. Messner explained that the meter has a radio signal 32 built into it and sends the information. Councilmember Doolan asked and received confirmation 33 that a licensed contractor will be replacing the water meters rather than public works staff. She 34 asked when the work would begin. Mr. Messner provided the proposed timeline if the action is 35 approved tonight, estimating that water meter replacement would likely begin near the end of 36 summer. 37 38 Councilmember Jenson asked if residents would receive a text ahead of time to alert them of 39 when the replacement would occur. Mr. Messner commented that he does not have those details 40 as of yet, as a contractor has not yet been selected. He noted that typically, a resident could 41 schedule an appointment based on their availability and would receive a notification prior to the 42 appointment. 43 44 Mayor Webster welcomed public input. 45