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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, August 22, 2011 7:00 o'clock p.m. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Page 9 of 14 (7. ORONO ORCHARD ROAD AGREEMENT WITH MCES, Continued) McMillan asked if there is a possibility to use manhole extensions to resolve the I&I problem temporarily. McMillan stated she understands the sewer repair is a long-term fix but that the costs were higher than she anticipated. Kellogg stated one of the issues is the proximity of the City's pipe to Metropolitan Council's force main. Kellogg indicated the City hit it on a previous project due to the Metropolitan Council locating it in the wrong spot and that they do not want to have a similar mishap occur. Kellogg stated replacement of the manholes is the most intrusive part of the project and that is one option he will look into. Kellogg noted that the pipe eventually will need to be replaced and the capacity increased. McMillan commented the City does not know when that area will be developed and that it might be a good option for the short-term. Kellogg noted the Council does not need to make a decision on that project until November. VOTE ON THE ABOVE MOTION: Ayes 4, Nays 0. 8. FOREST LAKE DRIVE STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS Kellogg stated on June 13, 2011, the City Council meeting discussed a cost estimate and proposed improvements to help resolve a sedimentation problem in Lake Minnetonka adjacent to the Forest Arms Country Club Homeowner’s Association joint dock. At that meeting the property owner at 4265 Forest Lake Drive spoke of concerns about the integrity of the pipe downstream from the proposed improvements. The cost estimate presented to the Council on June 13, 2011, did not include a cost to replace this pipe. The Council directed Bonestroo to further investigate this pipe to determine its condition. Staff has since televised that pipe and found that it is failing and corroded and needs replacement. Kellogg noted they could only televise the pipe nine feet down due to its poor condition. This existing pipe is located entirely on private property (4265 Forest Alake Drive) and the City does not have an easement for that area. Replacing the pipe in its current location will require removal of bushes and possibly some trees and will negatively impact 4265 Forest Lake Drive. Kellogg indicated he has had discussions with the FACCHA and they are receptive to relocating the pipe on their common lot and providing the City with the necessary drainage and utility easement. Impacts to the FACCHA property will be minimal and the cost to relocate the pipe will be less than replacing it in the current location primarily due to limited impacts and restoration efforts. As noted in a June 13, 2011, memo to Council, Bonestroo has worked with the Public Works staff to further economize this project. In a typical city project of this magnitude plans and specs would be prepared, quotes solicited, and the work on the project inspected. Kellogg indicated they have concluded that some of these steps can be minimized or eliminated if the Public Works Department completes the project and that formal plans and specs will not need to be prepared. Public Works has indicated they are able to do the work, including the additional pipe replacement, and would be able to react to favorable weather conditions quicker than a contractor by the City. Item #03 - CC Agenda - 09/12/2011 Approval of Council Minutes 08/22/2011 [Page 9 of 14]