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06-22-83 S&W Comm MinutesSEWER & WATER COMMITTEE MEETING t:00 P. M. WEDNESDAY JUNE 22, 1983 Present were Mayor McDowell; Councilmen Ruiz and O'Boyle; Director of Public Works Hafferman and Water Supt. Hughes. Bob Monk appeared to request city water for his property adjacent to the City Airport. There is a small line from the armory well to the ballfields, but this would not be enough for this request. Director of Public Works Hafferman stated it would require an 81, line. A 1211 line should be constructed with the City paying the difference. This would allow for future expansion. Future users could pay Mr. Monk and the City. Mr. Monk stated that he is acceptable to a waiver of protest to annexation. The ballfields would not be changed because they are valuable property and may be moved. The distance is about 2400 ft. from the armory well. Councilman O'Boyle reminded the committee of the request from Flathead County for city water. Presently they are putting in a line using river water for protection to the vo-ag building and County Nursing Home until such time as they get city water. Jay Billmayer, Engineer, stated that Greenacres residents are working on a water line to come down either Woodland or Willow Glen Drive. The lines in Greenacres are up to standard, line on Kelly Road is not. They are planning duplex units which will require a large water line. Councilman O'Boyle stated he saw no problem with MT. Monk's request. Councilman Ruiz asked Mr. Monk to go ahead and work up a proposal with waiver of protest to annexation and S.I.D.1s. Mr. Billmayer requested sewer service for South Gate which is located south of the City on Highway #93. The State is concerned about health problems. They will pay all expense for a lift station, lines, easements, manholes, etc. Everyone will be on a meter. Hafferman will write a letter to Councilman Ruiz, stating the conditions for Page 2 - Sewer & Water Committee - June 22, 1983 an agreement to extend the sewer line to the area. Then the State will have to give their approval. There will be in excess of 200 users. Sewer fees will be assessed as hooked up. Director of Public Works Hafferman asked that the Sewer & Water Committee adopt a resolution approving his revision of city standards and general design. He has updated several portions of the old resolution. Committee agreed. Director of Public Works asked that the Sewer & Water Committee direct City Attorney Neier to prepare an easement to be signed by BNRR to allow a sewer trunk line to be constructed across railroad propoerty at 3rd Avenue W. N. Committee agreed. Hafferman presented a request from 6th Avenue West water line users who are outside the city limits, for a new 81, water line. Smith Valley Volunteer Fire Department will pay annual fee for fire hydrants. This requires a joint resolution with Flathead County. No decision from the committee. The Hardy Cross study is complete and awaiting computer printout. They will then know where repairs are needed in the water lines. The City should also be looking for a new well site. Recommended to engage Tom Flynn to do a water rate study, then keep internal records. Grant has been allowed for construction at wastewater treatment plant so we will have a working plant. Total cost will be about 2.1 million. It will take 500 working days to construct. Committee agreed to recommend to the Council that the Mayor be authorized to sign the grant agreement and proceed. Application is being made for funds from the Jobs Bill in the amount of $250,000. Probably project is to install a new sewer main from Center to 4th Street down First Alley West and resurface the alley. Also resurface a portion of Montana Street. One bid was received on S.I.D. #336 construction and came in $2,256.30 over bid. Committee will go back to developer and see what can be worked out.