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City Council Meeting Minutes July 19, 2005 Page 8 of 9 . The 2006 Budget calendar. · Advertisement of Director of Land Management position. City Manager Simmons reported the Colorado Municipal League hosted a meeting concerning an item before the Public Utilities Commission relative to the quality of services. Many municipalities throughout the state have issues with the quality of services, and noted the City's recent negotiations with Public Service relative to a new franchise agreement. CML proposes a forum for municipalities to participate in the process and would assess 10 cent per capita fee for participating municipalities. Public Works Director Phare attended the meeting and reported 15 - 20 municipalities were in attendance. There was unanimous support for the contribution for participation. He explained the service issues discussed including relocation and under grounding of services, late billing, and repairs and replacement of street lights. The City of Louisville would be assessed $1,900. Council member Van Pelt asked whether the $1,900 fee would be used for legal fees. Public Works Director Phare confirmed it would be used for legal fees and explained it is a formal quasi-judicial format, with filing and processing fees. City Attorney Light stated his understanding that CML proposes to establish a fund to defray the cost of legal actions against Public Service Company of Colorado. CML will formally participate in the hearing process, including witness testimony, and presentation of evidence of service issues. Council member Van Pelt asked what would happen if Louisville did not participate. Public Works Director Phare stated there would be a greater degree of success if more municipalities participated. Council member Van Pelt did not agree a fee should be charged to file a complaint with the Public Utilities Commission. City Attorney Light stated a complaint can be called into the PUC offices or filed in writing. He stated his understanding that CML supports a unified effort at the PUC hearing. Council member Van Pelt agreed there is strength in numbers. Mayor Sisk concurred and stated Louisville should be represented at the Public Utilities Commission hearing. There was Council consensus to participate. City Manager Simmons reported the new Xcel Energy gas compressor station in Louisville was denied. The City will continue discussions with Xcel on possible upgrades to the Louisville station. He also reported on items for the August 2, 2005 City Council agenda include the following: The Comprehensive Plan; Use Tax Resolution; Historic Preservation Ordinance and a proposed forestry ordinance.