Water Committee Agenda and Packet 2012 03 02

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City Council Water Committee Meeting Minutes Friday, September 9, 2011 Page 2of 2 ii. 3MG Tank –the Committee was briefed updated on the planned course of action to stabilize and determine a permanent fix for the tank.The tank roof will be stabilized with temporary shoring during the low demand season. While the tank is off-line a consultant will evaluate the remainder of the structure. iii.WGFP –the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) is tentatively scheduled to be released before the end of the year. Additional permitting and agreements (1041, COE404, Carriage Contract, etc…) will followthe release of the FEISand are estimated to take from 6 months to a year. iv.Other –This fall a taste and odor eventarose from an algae bloom in a source water reservoir. A discussion on the causes and the City’s remedial actions for the event took place. The water continues to meet or exceed drinking water standards. IX. New WWTP Permit Implications The City has received a new wastewater treatment plant discharge permit (NPDES). A staff summary of the permit impacts on the City was handed out and posted. A discussion on the short term and long term impacts of meeting the new discharge standards ofthe permit took place. In the first half of 2012 a consultant will be selected to assist the City in complying with new permit. X. Leases Updates –Water Projects A brief discussion took place about potential lease arrangements(under utilized facilities or water) that if proven to be beneficial to the City may be pursued. XI.Background Information City’s ownership interests in local ditches. A short discussion took place about the numerous ditches that the City is shareholder in and how they interact with the City. XII.Agenda Items and Date for Next Meeting. The next meeting will be scheduled after the first of the yearas schedules allow. Items for discussion mayinclude the Facilities Plan (water demands), additional background information on City water rights, and the status of the 3MG Storage tank. XI.Adjourn:The meeting was adjourned at 9:25am.