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Community Development Manager Sullivan indicated some contractors may pay prevailing wages <br />but details are not finalized. <br />Mr. Roger Fink stated his position on wages had not changed and would follow up with additional <br />information. <br />Councilmember Buscher asked about certified payroll and responsibility for subcontractor labor <br />compliance. <br />Mr. Fink explained the contractor would typically handle labor responsibilities and indicated <br />willingness to clarify requirements. <br />Councilmember Stewart stated the revised terms reflected Council direction and expressed <br />support. <br />Mayor Pro Tem Riley indicated support and noted no further concerns. <br />Community Development Manager Sullivan summarized that consensus appeared to support <br />moving forward and outlined the formal application process. <br />Councilmember Buscher thanked staff and reiterated the project's importance. <br />Mr. Fink thanked the Council and expressed interest in continuing through the approval process. <br />2.02: Review 2026 Fiber Optic Buildout Project and Proposed Permitting and Construction <br />Requirements <br />City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby explained that Gateway Fiber is proposing a 2026 <br />buildout covering a portion of the city and reviewed anticipated impacts, permitting structure, and <br />proposed requirements. He described limits on permits, restoration expectations, inspection <br />processes, work hours, and communication requirements to minimize disruption. He noted staff <br />believe the project is manageable and outlined estimated costs and near break-even revenue. He <br />also summarized legal considerations, including right-of-way authority and the difference between <br />permit -based and franchise approaches. <br />Councilmember Specht asked about installation details and homeowner impacts. <br />City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby explained fiber -to -premises installation, <br />underground methods, and coordination with property owners. <br />Councilmember Stewart asked about damage repair responsibilities. <br />City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby explained bonding requirements and provider <br />responsibility. <br />City Council Work Session / March 24, 2026 <br />Page 2 of 6 <br />