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City Council Minutes Novembex 9, 2049 Page 3 allowed in the near future. He stated he would like to be proactive and complete a study to look at the options available. Councilmember Gumphrey questioned the need for a study on bio solids, Mr. Leirmoe explained there are multiple options available and he would like to see what options are available in order to decide which is the best and most cost effective option for the city. He added that once an option is chosen it is difficult to change, Ms. Johnson indicated that staff would like to be innovative in the use of bio solids and staff does not have the expertise to analyze the options and costs involved. Mr. Leirmoe explained that the river sewer line was installed in the late 1934s and is in bad shape and inaccessible in many areas. Ms, Johnson added that the line runs between the river and Main Street, behind the downtown businesses. She stated that stubs were installed along Main Street during the ~ 988 Main Street reconstruction but many businesses anal residences have not hooked up due to the expense involved, She added if the line breaks it could be a major issue due to the line's close proximity to the ziver. The city does have a contingency action plan to minimize damage and provide ongoing service if a break occurs. Ms. Johnson stated that tlae study is necessary because of the complexity and cost involved with abandoning the river line. Councilmember Moon questioned if the cost of the study can be recouped. Ms. Johnson indicated that the study could be included with future project costs, Mr. Simon reviewed the sanitary sewer Capital Improvement Plan, .4.B. Health lnsurance.,Flexible Benefits Co,~ntribu~on Ms. Wipper presented the staff report. Ms. Johnson indicated that if the Council is in agreement staff will proceed as proposed for formal City Council approval on November ~ G, 2009. The Council concurred, 5.4. C. General Fund Follow-U Ms, Johnson distributed a list of and reviewed possible budget adjustments for 2010. Couneihnember Moon indicated he is not interested in removing the Microsoft licensing from the budget. Consensus of the Council was to wait and see how revenues come in before making final budget decisions. Ms, Johnson stated that the budget and tax levy are on the December 7 agenda for final approval. 5.4.D. U dated Draft 201 a-2014 Ca ital Zm rovement Plan Mr•, Simon reviewed the updated draft 2010 - 2014 Capital Improvement Plan ~CZP~. .5. CouncilOpen,,,Forurn Councilrnember Motin questioned if other Councilmembers will be attending the Northstar weekend events. ~t was noted that the others are unable to attend.