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Chairperson McGlone asked about the cost to dispose of the debris, which is not included. <br />Street Supervisor Reimer explained the debris will be screened before disposal. <br />The Committee agreed with the suggestion by Councilmember Elvig to include an alternate bid <br />for disposing of the debris. <br />Motion by Councilmember Elvig, seconded by Councilmember Backous, to recommend that the <br />City Council approve Option 3, authorize staff to seek RFPs for 2012 spring street sweeping, and <br />include an add alternate for disposal of road debris. <br />Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson McGlone and Councilmembers Elvig and Backous. <br />Voting No: None. <br />Case #4: Consider Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Policy <br />Public Works Director Olson reviewed the staff report and explained that having a written <br />Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Policy would result in a lowering the City' s deductible on sanitary <br />sewer backup claims from $2,500 to $1,000. <br />Councilmember Backous asked if the City had received many claims. <br />Public Works Director Olson stated the City has not because Ramsey has a relatively new PVC <br />system with fewer joints. He estimated one claim every year or two. <br />Councilmember Backous asked whether the written Policy would formalize current practice. <br />Public Works Director Olson answered in the affirmative. <br />Councilmember Elvig stated his support of staff' s recommendation. <br />Public Works Director Olson described how a sewer backup could occur when the City is <br />cleaning the line and indicated that type of claim would be eligible for this program. <br />Chairperson McGlone asked why the City is paying a deductible if the homeowner has to pay for <br />it anyway. <br />Public Works Director Olson described several scenarios that could result in a claim against the <br />City. <br />Councilmember Elvig felt there was no reason not to have a written policy because as the system <br />ages, there will be more likelihood of claims. <br />Chairperson McGlone noted there is usually a lower premium if the deductible is higher. <br />Public Works Committee / October 18, 2011 <br />Page 7 of 12 <br />