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City Council Meeting Minutes August 15, 2017 Page 10 of 13 Cory Peterson, Public Works, noted the existing pump station is about 30 years old and this plan allows building the new one while still using the old one so there is no interruption in water service Jennifer Robertson, 513 West Cedar Place, stated her understanding that the existing pumps have a greater capacity than is currently used. She asked why staff can't use that capacity rather than build a new station. Peterson stated the existing station has six pumps, but only three are operational. The last failure was two months ago Staff has determined it is not feasible to continue to fix the existing station and a new one is needed Tom Robertson, 513 West Cedar, asked what is to become of the old pump station Peterson stated the existing one will stay in place but the interior will be demolished. The building may be repurposed in the future if additional space is needed for future drying beds or another facility is needed. Mayor Muckle stated the Utility Committee reviewed this and it has been in the CIP plan for many years It is important to the functionality of the water system in the high and mid zones. He appreciates staff is able to maintain water service while building a new pump station. Providing water to residents is one of our core jobs. Councilmember Stolzmann stated she finds all the critena are met Councilmember Keany agreed the Utility Committee recommends these upgrades It improves our water system reliability. It is a life safety issue and needs to be addressed. Councilmember Loo moved to approve Resolution 47, Series 2017; Mayor Muckle seconded the motion. Voice vote: all in favor RESOLUTION NO. 48, SERIES 2017 — A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2017 BUDGET BY AMENDING APPROPRIATIONS IN THE WATER UTILITY FUND — PUBLIC HEARING (advertised Daily Camera 08/11/17) Mayor Muckle introduced the item and opened the public heanng Director Watson noted this amendment increases appropriations in the Water Fund to complete various maintenance projects. It has been discussed by the Finance and the Utility Committees and they both recommend approval Public Comments — None Councilmember Loo stated her support for completing these maintenance items.