Utility Committee Agenda and Packet 2019 01 18

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City Council Utility Committee Meeting Minutes Friday, November 9, 2018 Page 4 of 5 X. Water Resources/Water Supply Update Mr. Peterson outlined the US drought monitoring attached illustrating the extreme drought conditions in the southwest corner of the state. The City's watershed is a slight to moderate drought area which is within the range of normal conditions and is similar to conditions in 2016. If dry conditions continue through the winter and snow pack levels do not improve drought water restrictions are a possibility for next year. Mr. Peterson cautioned that these results are early in the process as the snowiest months for Colorado are still to come in April and May. Councilmember Keany queried if the City should be considering winter restrictions. Mr. Peterson stated that storage levels are within normal levels and winter restrictions are not recommended. Councilmember Loo inquired to when Windy Gap will come on line. Mr. Peterson explained that Windy Gap has a projected construction schedule of 4 years and current estimate are to start next year in 2019 and be complete in 2023. Filling the reservoir will depend on water availability at this time and flexibility during construction for preliminary filling. Mr. Peterson provide an update on the status of the other aspects of Windy Gap related to the construction. Mr. Kowar went on to say that Louisville has been very proactive in assembling various water rights over the years putting Louisville in a flexible position to respond to drought conditions in a variety of ways. Councilmember Keany asked if the City should still be open to other water rights. Mr. Kowar responded that while staff are not aggressively pursuing water rights the City is active and able to acquire water rights that become available. XI. Master Plan Review Mr. Peterson outlined that the raw water long term CIPs are based on the recommendation contained within the approved master plan. Mr. Kowar stated this discussion was designed as a refresher and ensuring the current direction is still appropriate. Councilmember Stolzmann asked about the any recent activities for reuse and raw water specifically related to the golf course. Mr. Kowar said there is a related internal memo that will be finalized and provided to the committee. Councilmember Stolzmann sought clarification about the City's return flow obligations. Mr. Peterson provide the background on how the City meets return flow associated with the City water rights. Councilmember Stolzmann requested a review of the water rights in Marshall Lake. Mr. Peterson outlined that the City is the largest shareholder followed by Broomfield and Boulder County. Mr. Peterson stated that the City has a good relationship with FRICO as the owner and operator of Marshall Lake. Councilmember Stolzmann asked if dredging activities were performed at Marshall how would costs and benefits be distributed. Mr. Peterson stated that discussions are still ongoing with FRICO but it is typical that the benefits would be prorated proportional to funds invested. 9