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City Council Meeting Minutes September 7, 2021 Page 5 of 8 Elizabeth Hiedal, Broomfield resident, stated she understands the economic benefit of the airport but noise abatement must be addressed. She stated Louisville is leading these efforts and encouraged Council to continue. Austin, 2855 Rock Creek Circle Superior, stated a cooperative solution is needed and agreed with the earlier speaker that the noise abatement procedures at the airport are inadequate and the aviation community have not bought into them. He agreed the leaded air pollution is a health issue. Brad Walker, Superior resident, stated Mr. Burek is not a professional in the aviation field and he questioned the source of the information in the presentation. He stated he believes the pilots are acting under existing FAA guidelines. He stated only certifiable data that meets the FAA standards can be used for airport discussions. Mayor Pro Tern Maloney stated we all agree the noise is an issue and we need to keep pressing this issue with the airport. Councilmember Leh agreed. Councilmember Lipton will continue his work with the CNR, Mayor Stolzmann will reach out to a Jefferson County Commissioner as well about better information on noise abatement for pilots. DISCUSSION/DIRECTION — RECOMMENDED BUDGET FOR 2022, INCLUDING UPDATED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN FOR 2021-2026 & UPDATED LONG- TERM FINANCIAL PLAN FOR 2021-2026 — SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR 10/19/21 Mayor Stolzmann reviewed the general budget process noting this is the first presentation and there will be additional meetings to get into more detail. Director Watson noted this is the second year of the biennial process and that was the basis of this proposal. He noted the proposed budget information includes a summary of changes since the budget retreat; updated revenue estimates and projections; operating expenditure estimates and targets; a capital improvements plan; and a summary of the long-term financial plan. Director Kowar reviewed the utility fund balance and rate setting process. He reviewed the various components of the including tap fees, monthly rates, and cost of service. He noted the 10-year cycle of the water utility master plan and the factors influencing service. He reviewed the financial model and the work the Utility Committee put in before it comes to the full Council for consideration. He stated the cash reserves in the utility fund are used to pay for water utility projects, particularly larger infrastructure projects. The goal is to smooth the rate increases over time to assure the fund as enough to pay for projects.