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City Council Meeting Minutes February 17, 2009 Page 6 of 8 Mayor Sisk requested a Staff presentation. Public Works Director Phare reviewed Resolution No.8, Series 2009, which sets rates for the City's pending refuse, recyclables and compostable collection program. The rates reflect the charges established by the contract with Western Disposal with an additional 50 cent per month administrative fee. Adoption of Resolution No.8, Series 2009 will put the fees for the City's single-hauler program in place. The fees will be utilized to off-set the cost of the single-hauler program and the cost to bill through the City's current Utility Billing Department. If Resolution No.8, Series 2009 is authorized, the refuse collection and disposal rates, fees and charges will apply on June 1,2009. PUBLIC COMMENT Mark Persichetti, 1402 Taft Place, Louisville, CO spoke in favor of the fee schedule for the City's single-hauler program and urged Council to adopt the resolution. He suggested when the recycling materials become profitable, those funds be set aside to offset the administrative fees. COUNCIL COMMENT Councilor Muckle asked if the administrative fee will be collected on households who opt out of the program. Public Work Director Phare explained the administration fee would still be assessed because the account would be billed the minimum amount. Councilor Muckle noted the majority of the residents will pay less for this service. He stated there will be a period of adjustment for Louisville residents and requested their flexibility and patience. Mayor Sisk asked how the City will launch the program to the public. Public Works Director Phare outlined the public information format: Advertise the program through articles in the City newsletter and on the government channel; a public information open house in April; refuse and recycle containers on display at City facilities and mailings to the residents. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Marsella moved to approve Resolution No.8, Series 2009, seconded by Councilor Clabots. All in favor. APPROVAL OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) WITH BOULDER COUNTY FOR ACCEPTANCE OF RECYCLABLES AT THE BOULDER COUNTY RECYCLING FACILITY Mayor Sisk requested a Staff presentation.