Agenda - Public Works Committee - 04/20/2004

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PW CASE: 2 REVIEW CONSTRUCTION OF A SEPTIC PUMPER DUMP STATION IN THE CITY By: Leonard Linton, Civil Engineer Background: Most of the land area of the city is currently outside the MUSA boundary. The cityhas instituted a septic tank pumping ordinance establishing the frequency of pumping required. The pumped mater/al must be disposed of into a sanitary sewer. Currently the nearest dump station is in Coon Rapids. It is in the process of being phased out. Observations: Staff has made contact with the Met Council regarding the feasibility of placing a septic pumper dump station in the city. The Met Council/MWCC is in the middle of a study regarding dump stations. They held a meeting with the pumpers as part ofthek study. They would not share the results of this meeting with staff at this time. The study will not be finished for a couple of months. They have developed a sketch plan for a dump station which is attached. They did say a dump station in the northern suburbs is needed. The study may more clearly define the location of the needed station. The plan (which is enclosed separately) covers 0.9 acres and does not show the street access. The MWCC is looking at placing the first station near one of their plants due to the high volume of solids that result from dumping the truck. They did say the site should be approximately 1-2 acres, be on a 24" or larger sewer line with good flow and have good security. They would entertain a proposal for a station from an interested party, they are not ready to participate in funding a station. They will be better prepared to handle such a request after their study is finished. Recommendation: Continue working with the MWCC to choose a location in the City for a septic tank pumper dump station. Action: No action necessary at this time Reviewed By: Public Works Director Assistant Public Works Director PW: 04/20/04 3