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City Council Minutes February 13, 1991 Page 2 e very insignificant evidence of metals. The tests concluded that there was no negative, accumulative impact to the soils on the Dobel site due to the disposal of sludge. Pat Buford of MPCA indicated that the City of Elk River must abide by the rules and guidelines set by the MPCA regarding sludge. She indicated that monitoring wells will be required at the site the City is considering for purchase. She further stated that the site will be continually monitored for PCB's and metals by the MPCA. Darrell Mack, the City's Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent, indicated that the City plans on using the center of the property to keep the maximum distance from neighboring residences. This would put the sludge site approximately one half mile from the nearest home. He further explained the City's need for a larger site because the City is restricted to two spreadings per year at the Dobel site because of the crops and land size. Additionally, it is the desire of the City to work in conjunction with the farmer currently leasing the property. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. Jim Gilbertson. 17930 Ermine Blvd. e Jim Gilbertson suggested that the City locate another site and alternate sites regularly so that one area would not be polluted. Darrell Mack indicated that the site the City is considering was sufficient and would last the City for at least 50 years. Dave Ballard. 9730 164th Lane. Ramsey. MN Dave Ballard referred to the memo from the City Administrator which addressed the level of metals revealed in the tests from the Dobel property. Mr. Gilbertson was concerned about metals in the soil and stated that he did not want to see the sludge spreading operation near him. He further explained that he did not want the water contaminated. He requested the City Council to find an alternate site. He stated that he did not want the site near him as it would detract from his home. Mr. Ballard further indicated that there is an 80 foot trail system proposed for their residential development and the City's use of the property would dead end the trail system. He indicated that there has been a working relationship between the City's of Ramsey and Elk River to continue this trail into Elk River. Ro~er Meyer - 7350 175th Ave NW e Roger Meyer questioned whether there could be an al ternati ve to the Ci ty purchasing land for the main purpose of spreading sludge. He suggested working together with the state in allowing the City to utilize wild life land as a spreading area for sludge. Warren Lindeke - 713 Bradford Ave N