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ADMINIS TRA TION
Mayor
dulienne Wyckoff
Councilmembers
Robert A. Williams
Brnce Nawrodci
Tammera Ericson
Bruce Kelzenberg
City Manager
Walt Fehst
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CITY OF COL UMBIA HEIGHTS
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COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 17, 2004
7:00 P.M.
CONFERENCE ROOM 1
WORK SESSION
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AGENDA
Ambulance Primary Service Area
Replacement of Liquor Store cash register
Review potential mitigation measures or programs for sanitary sewer backups
Policy for cleanup assistance - discussion
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employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with
disabilities to participate in all City of Columbia Heights' services, programs, and activities. Auxiliary aids for handicapped
persons are available upon request when the request is made at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the City Council Secretary at
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THE CiTY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES
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CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: February_ 23, 2004
AGENDA SECTION: ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
'APPROVAL
NO: Fire
ITEM: Resolution No. 2004-09 BY: Charles Thompso~4~.~ BD~"~~
Advanced Life Support Services
DATE: February 11, 2004
NO: .
Background: Approximately three years ago the Fire Chiefs of Richfield, South St. Paul, West St. Paul, Eden Prairie,
Mirmetonka, St. Louis Park and Columbia Heights began meeting and discussing the current Primary Service Areas (PSA)
for the Advanced Life Support (ALS) Ambulance Transportation System. The consensus among the group was that the..-
current system is a monopoly, at a minimum. Should one of our departments decide to get into the transportation business, it
would be literally impossible. Should one of our departments try to get the PSA for our area for non transportation purposes
but for regulation of services and finances, it would also be impossible under the current system.
Following is a list of issues for PSA Cooperative Service Agreements.
Customer Service: Allows a city to be responsive to citizens needs and desires.
Local Control: A city should be allowed to provide this public safety service just like they are allowed to provide
police and fke services. A city has no say or input in the ambulance provider unless it gains ownership of the PSA.
Fairness'& Equity_: Other cities are allowed to provide this "better" service to their citizens (Edina, Bumsville,
White Bear Lake, Maplewood, Woodbury, Virginia, Hibbing, St. Paul, Red Wing).
Efficiency: Utilizing cross-trained multi-tasked firefighters is a more efficient use of personnel who are already
responding to the incident.
These are just a few reasons why the City of Columbia Heights should support legislation with the multiple other cities to
gain ownership of the ALS PSA in our community.
Understand fully that just because we own the PSA does not mean we would need to transport patients in an Advanced Life
Support manner. Having ownership of this PSA would give us the opportunity to conduct an in-depth study on whether we
should get into the transportation business. The biggest advantage of owning the PSA is that we would have control over
who provides the transportation services and what they charge for their services. My recommendation is that we pursue the
PSA legislation with the understanding that this will not automatically put us in the transportation business but more
importantly gives us local control over this service, as we should have.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Waive the Reading of Resolution 2004-09, There Being Ample copies Available
to the Public.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Adopt Resolution 2004-09, Authorizing Support of Legislation Allowing
Columbia Heights to Control how Advanced Life Support Services in the City of Columbia Heights are provided.
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COUNCIL ACTION:
RESOLUTION NO. 2004-09
BEING A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUPPORT OF LEGISLATION
ALLOWING'COLUMBIA HEIGHTS TO CONTROL HOW
ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA
HEIGHTS ARE PROVIDED.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights desires to have control
over how Advanced Life Support service is provided to the citizens of Columbia Heights,
and;
WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights should be allowed to control Advanced Life
Support services as it is allowed to control how other Public Safety Services are
provided, and;
WHEREAS, the City Council believes special legislation is required to allow the City of
Columbia Heights to acquire jurisdiction to control Advanced Life Support services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of
Columbia Heights supports legislation to achieve this objective.
Adopted this 23ra day of February, 2004.
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
Patricia Muscovitz, Deputy City Clerk
Mayor, Julienne Wyckoff
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
MEETING OF: FEBRUARY 23, 2004
AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT ORIGINATING DEPT: CITY MANAGER
NO: FINANCE APPROVAL
SYSTEM FOR LIQUOR OPERATION (~t.~) ~
NO: DATE: 02/10/2004
The current cash register system in the liquor operation was purchased in August of 1991. At
that time it was anticipated that the system would last between seven and 10 years. The system
has gone well beyond those expectations and has lasted in excess of 12 years. However,
virtually all portions of the system are wearing out and becoming highly undependable. During
the year 2003 we spent over $3,800 on service calls for repairs to the system. In addition to this,
staff spent a countless number of hours manually recalculating data and correcting errors that the
cash register system had generated. Based on these problems, staff contacted several companies
and requested proposals for a new cash register system for the liquor operation. Eight different
systems from four different companies were reviewed and analyzed. Based on the proposals and
staff's analysis of the various systems, it is staff's determination that the S4 Windows version
offered by Retail Data Systems at a cost of $59,850 is the most cost-effective solution to our
needs. Attached is a memo from the Finance Director that goes into more depth as to what is
needed in a cash register system for the liquor operation.
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an
agreement with Retail Data Systems for the purchase and installation of the S4 Point of Sale cash
register system based on their written proposal at a cost of $59,850.
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Attachment
COUNCIL ACTION:
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
DATE:
FEBRUARY 10, 2004
TO:
WALT FEHST
CITY MANAGER
FROM:
WILLIAM ELRITE
FINANCE DIRECTOR
RE:
LIQUOR OPERATION CASH REGISTER SYSTEM
The current cash register system in the liquor operation was purchased in August of 1991. At that time it was
anticipated that its life expectancy would be seven to 10 years. The system has greatly exceeded that
expectancy in that it has lasted over 12 '/2 years. However, in the last year we have had significantly more
problems and more breakdowns. In 2003 we spent nearly $3,800 on service calls for repairs to the system. In
addition to that, a tremendous amount of staff time was spent manually recalculating data due to problems in the
system where data was lost. Based on this, we have reached a point where it is essential to upgrade to a new
system. Larry Scott and Brian Hachey researched systems that are in use in other liquor operations and then
contacted four vendors to obtain proposals for a new cash register system. Attached is a list of the vendors
contacted and the cost of the various systems.
The current system that we have in operation was purchased from Retail Data Systems. It is a Casio cash
register system operating with an S4 computer program. In essence, the cash registers are all linked to a central
computer that maintains all of the data files and information. The recommended replacement system is also
from Retail Data Systems and uses a new version of the S4 software. By staying with the same vendor and the
same software we will be able to transfer all of our previous data on sales and merchandise to the new system.
This is a valuable advantage as this data is used on a regular basis for purchasing, marketing, and the general
management of the liquor operation. Also, Retail Data Systems has proven to be a very reliable and dependable
vendor and they have provided us with good customer support since we opened Top Valu in November of 1984.
The cash register Point of Sale system in the liquor operation is a very intricate structure. The Point of Sale
software serves three very essential functions or purposes. First, it retains the retail selling price of all
merchandise and handles each sales transaction, properly pricing the merchandise, adding sales tax, and
retaining the sales data. This is the heart of the system as it provides service to our customers and retains the
data needed for the other functions of the system. The second function of the system is to maintain proper
accounting and inventory control records to insure that we have proper accountability and tracking of sales and
merchandise inventory. This function is essential for maintaining proper internal control over the assets of the
City. The third aspect of the system is to provide the liquor operations manager with detailed data regarding
merchandise sales, gross profit margins, and to furnish the operations manager with the information that is
needed to purchase proper quantities of merchandise on a timely basis. The operations manager needs the quick
availability to look at prior sales of individual items and categories of items to enable him to purchase in a
timely and cost-effective manner.. This is the area where there is the greatest degree of difference in Point of
Sale systems. It is also the area that can have the greatest effect on profits in the liquor operation. Purchasing
in a timely, cost-effective manner can only be accomplished by having good historic sales information readily
available. In summary, the Point: of Sale cash register system is one of the most essential parts of the overall
liquor operation in maintaining control and profitability. After reviewing the various systems, staff is
convinced that the Retail Data Systems S4 Point of Sale system is the most cost-effective solution to the needs
of the liquor operation.
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Vendor ] Cost [ Notes
Total Register Systems $51,891.00 Only six months o£ sales history
P.O.S. Business Systems $68,961.71
P.O.S. Business Systems $80,205.40 Same system with fancy sales terminal
Dailey Data Systems- $64,961.71 WAN connection
Dailey Data Systems $70,933.58 Dial-up or DSL connection
Retail Data Systems System A - $47,312.00 New sales tracking system
New S4 Windows version. This is the system
Retail Data Systems System B - $59,850.00 of choice
Same new S4 system but with expensive
Retail Data Systems System C - $90,616.00 Fujitsu registers
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 2/17/04
AGENDA SECTION: WORK SESSION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
NO: PUBLIC WORKS
ITEM: Flood Mitigation Measures for Sanitary Server BY: K. Hansen~L0 )
BY:
Backups DATE: 2/10/~~'~"-'~ DATE:
Bm'kground:
The City of Columbia Heights sanitary sewer system has periodically experienced surcharging at various locations throughout the City
and at various times in the last 30-40 years. A consequence of this is flooding or backups into private properly through the sanitary
~ewer services. The most recent of these occurred in 2003 after a severe rainfall the evening of June 24th and early morning of June 25,
measuring 5.47 inches of rain in a 3-hour period (exceeding a 100-year storm event). As a direct result, several areas of the City
~enced localized flooding from surface water and sanitary sewer system overload (backups). The area with the most severe
backups was in the Jackson Pond area. The following represents a review of the existing conditions in the Jackson Pond area, and
presents a short and 1,o~ term plan for consideration by the Council to address the flooding problems and the concerns raised by
residents at the June 30 , regular Council meeting.
Aaalysis/Conclusions:
This report will focus on sanitary sewer flooding, and does not address surface water flooding issues, due to the fact that sanitary sewer
backups occurred when the storm event greatly exceeded an acceptable level of protection, or a 100-year storm event. Sanitary sewer
backups were mainly concentrated, and most severe, in the area around Jackson Pond. The backups in the affected homes varied from
just around the floor drain to over 15 inches of gray water in the entire basement. Due to the type of storm, high intensity large peak,
and the short lag time to when backups occurred in this area, system inflow and to a lesser extent infiltration are believed by staffto be
the likely cause. Inflow and infiltration (I/I) is unnecessary water that enters the sanitary sewer system, but can be completely separate
in origin. Inflow is storm water runoffor any other surface water that flows through a direct connection to the sanitary system. This may
occur as a result of connected downspouts, area drains, holes in the manhole covers, cross connections from the storm sewer, or
connected sump pumps. Infiltration is groundwater that enters the sanitary collection system through cracked pipes, leaky joints and
deteriorated manholes. A graph depicting the relationship of I/I to regular sanitary sewer system flow is attached as figure 1.
~[o meet mandated federal requirements, the City conducted an I/I study in 1983. The study noted that 'many of the rainfiall related
problems associated with inflow occur in the Jackson Pond area,' and 'basements have backed up 7 times in thc last thrcc years and
approximately 22 to 25 residents are affected by a 1-1/2 inch per hour rain.' The study concluded that the City of Columbia Heights
does not have a major I/I problem, and that 'thc system is adequate to handle thc peak-flow rates generated during the design sto~,'
but that certain areas (5 of 15) of the City may benefit from a flow reduction program. A flow reduction program was identified
recommending comprehensive cleaning and televising, manhole lid/frame replacements, linings of sanitary sewer, and inflow reduction.
The estimated cost to perform all of the recommendations in the report to reduce I/I was $5,688,020 (1983 dollars). The City of
Columbia Heights has performed and continues to implement many of the recommendations of the 1983 report.
One of the questions raised by a Councilperson at the June 30th regular meeting was the number of homes that had backflow prevention
[ype devices and their effectiveness. Attached is a map and listing of addresses (figure 2) that we have on record for installed backwater
devices, when the City offered assistance with their installation in the 1970's. One of the main issues with backwater valves is that they
r~:axt periodic checking, cleaning and maintenance. Lack of maintenance greatly diminishes their effectiveness. The following
COUNCIL ACTION:
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 2/17/04
AGENDA SECTION: WORK SESSION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
NO: PUBLIC WORKS
ITEM: Flood Mitigation Measures for Sanitary Sewer BY: K. Hansen BY:
Backups DATE: 2/10/04 DATE:
represents a list of specific items for consideration by the City Council to address sanitary sewer backups on a short and long-term
basis.
Potential Mitigation Measures: Short Term
Backwater Valves: Consider installing one of two types of backwater valves in affected homes.
a. The first is a new type of backwater valve made by Mainline; a diagram of this type of valve is attached. A complete
model will be available at the work session. The advantage of this type of valve is they are relatively inexpensive. In
discussion with local plumbers, it was estimated that this type of valve could be installed complete for about $1,000,
depending on the complexity of the installation. Most plumbers we spoke with suggested adding a gate valve in line,
which would add approximately $250 - $300 to the overall cost.
b. A second type of valve is a combination shear gate & swing check backwater valve. A diagram of this type of
combination valve is attached. This unit has both a swing-check valve and mechanical gate valve within a single housing.
This type ofumt has a positive shut offwith a mechanical gate valve shut-off, but is much more expensive. The Public
Works Superintendent has put together a listing of pros and cons for this type of installation, attached. The estimated cost
for a single valve is $1,293, plus installation. Depending on access and the degree of difficulty, these could be installed
for about $2,000 - 3,000 each.
A policy could be established by the City of Columbia Heights for assistance irt installation for the full, partial or up to a maximum
amount Ibr backwater valves.
2.
Water Sensors: Consider installing water sensors in the basements of affected homes.
a. Mainline Level Alarm Device: A float style controlled device that activates an alarm when the sanitary flow level in a manhole
rises above a pre-determined elevation was installed adjacent to Jackson Pond in 2003. This device was installed with an audible
and visual alarm device, and operates on a solar power with battery backup. It is also set up to be compatible with a new SCADA
System for direct notification to Public Works.
b. Individual Water Alarm Detector: water alert sen~r could be installed in the basements of homes that senses the presence of
water, and is not affected by humidity or submergence. A brochure is attached providing details on one such detection system.
Battery operated versions mn approximately $325, each.
A policy could be established by the City of Columbia Heights tbr assistance in installation for the full, partial or up to a maximum
amount for Individual Water Alarm Detectors.
Potential Mitigation Measures: Long Term
COIINCIL ACTION:
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 2/17/04
AGENDA SECTION: WORK SESSION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
NO: PUBLIC WORKS
ITEM: Flood Mitigation Measures for Sanitary Sewer BY: K. Hansen BY:
Backups DATE: 2/10/04 DATE:
Continue Inflow Reduction Measures: Continue to make system improvements as the Street Rehabilitation work progresses. This
includes replacing manhole lids/casting, installing boots on manholes in street low points (brochure attached), manhole repairs or
replacements, and lining of sewer pipe.
Stall' wilt continue this activiB: in each of the Street Rehabilitation Street Zone areas.
Expand Sewer Lining Program: Over the last several years, $50,000 has been budgeted annually for sanitary sewer lining. Staff'
recommends considering expanding the program to $75,000 or $100,000, annually, for the next five years. The funding level for
this program can then be evaluated and amended annually, if necessary.
Staff will prepare an annual sanitary sewer lining program with estimated costs in the $75.000 to $100,000, beginning in 200&
Develop an Illicit Discharge Elimination Program: An Illicit Discharge Elimination Program would be the most involved of any
of the remediation measures, and could also be the most expensive. The ultimate goal of this program would be to systematically
eliminate to the public sanitary sewer system sources of illicit connections from private sources, such as sump pumps, foundation
drams and leaking service lines. All of the physical remediation measures identified to date involve reducing or eliminating I/I in
the public system. The MCES and the Rural Water Association have estimated that Vi in the private domain can account for up to
60 or 70 percent of the total I/I in a municipal system. A recently completed sump pump disconnect program (Waseca) found that
nearly 70% of the remaining Vi was from privately generated sources. The following steps outline an approach to develop and
implement such a program:
a. Ordinance Development
b. Public Education
c. Public Informational Meetings
d. Advertising Campaign
e. Training of City Staff, Local Plumbers, and Contractors
f. Site Inspections, Disconnections, and Reinspections
g. Enforcement
h. Other (potentially smoke and dye testing of non-residential properties)
Staff requests direction on whether to proceed with ordinance preparation of an I/I Program, supported by staff and vendor training
an active inspection program. An important consideration of a requh'ed disconnection program is a cost-sharing program by the
City. Disconnection costs can range from several hundred to several thousand dollars, per household.
C'OU~NCIL ACTION:
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 2/17/04
AGENDA SECTION: WORK SESSION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
NO: PUBLIC WORKS
ITEM: Flood Mitigation Measures for Sanitary Sewer BY: K Hansen BY:
Backups DATE: 2/10/04 DATE:
Clean up Assistance Policy:
Staff'is currently putting together a policy addressing assistance during instances of sanitary sewer backups into private
property. To provide some background, the following is a listing of the number of backups, both public and private, that
we have responded to over the last 4 years:
Public Private
2003 31 37
2002 30 46
20OI 13 29
2000 14 36
l'he City of Columbia Heights averages 22 backups on an annual basis. Staffis proposing a policy addressing assistance with the initial
c ~k:anup after a backup would allow a contracted cleaning service to respond to individual properties with professional services,
assislance and advice. Professional firms are trained in this type of cleanup and have hygienists on staff'that can answer and provide
more detail on resident questions. The policy provides for a dollar cap recommended $500, $750, or $1,000 (typical homeowner's
policy deductible) per property. The City of Columbia Heights has not cleaned basements that had experienced sanitary sewer backups
since the early 1990's. Since then, the city has limited it's assistance to offering cleaning solution and aerosol spray disinfectant to
residents that have had sanitary sewer backups. We have also contacted the League of Minnesota Cities and they are unaware of
any city that currently provides staff for cleanup assistance. I strongly recommend against involving Public Works staff'for
Isability, legal and safety reasons. A few examples of Public Works concerns are as follows:
· Exposes employees to allegations of theft and or property damage.
· Pending Federal Legislation would classify sanitary sewer backup into building as a hazardous spill. Public Works crews are
not trained in hazardous materials clean up procedures.
· Exposes employees to unknown hazards - (type of materials already stored in a basement.)
· Exposes employees to heavy lifting that may cause injury. Example: wet carpet and rugs.
· Increases overtime.
· Residents may be lulled into a false sense of security if the Public Works crews assist with initial clean up. Some residents
would not follow the necessary procedures to complete the clean up, feeling sure that the city had completed all of the
necessary clean up.
· Legally, the City may not have the right to work on private property without the property owners written permission.
· Where do you draw the line for when crews are done, recognizing the variations in severity of backups and how basements are
£mished and where/how storage may be located?
COUNCIL ACTION:
CITY COUNCIL LETTER
Meeting of: 2/17/04
AGENDA SECTION: WORK SESSION ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER
NO: PUBLIC WORKS
ITEM: Flood Mitigation Measures for Sanitary Sewer BY: K. Hansen BY:
Backups DATE: 2/10/04 DATE:
Our employee's response to questions may result in other implications.
The definition of clean up assistance is very. broad, where do you draw the line?
o Supply disinfectant and instruction.
o Damp mop and squeegee hard surface floor, wet vacuum carpeting
o Move everything out of the basement
o Remove carpeting, paneling and sheet rock
o Steam clean the basement
o Separate the water damaged personal items from those that weren't damaged.
o Bag and dispose of all garbage
o Sanitize the basement.
o Cert~' that the basement has been properly cleaned and sanitized.
Note: Keep in mind that some basements are unfinished and others have been elaborately decorated. Unfortunately there are also for
h~k ora better term garbage houses, where there are so many items stored in the basement that there is barely enough room to walk
from one end of the basement to the other.
Staff requests input and direction Ibr a proposed policy for the City providing monetary assistance in sanitary, sewer backups tbr the
thll, partial or up to a maxflnum amount tbr Proibssional Contracted Clem~ing Sen, ices.
Rt, eommended Action: The items highlighted in red throughout this report are items staff is proposing to continue or is requesting
direction or input from the City Council.
Attachment:
Figure 1 - I/I relationship to sanitary flow
Map - backflow devices
Figure 2 - backflow address listing
New backflow valve / Types of backrwater valves
Pro's / Con's of Backrwater valves
Interior floor water detection system
Boot seal brochure
COUNCIL ACTION:
RAINFALL EVENT
pESTIMATED OR MEASURED
PASSED FLOW OR OVERFLOWS
' I
i/~ECORDED ;EWA~E FlOW
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RAINFALL EVENT
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TIME IN DAYS
FIGURE 1
GRAPHIC IDENTIFICATION
OF
INFILTRATION ! INFLOW
Columbia Heights ResidenIq~.hat Installed A Back Water Valve System in 1975
1. Edward Holm
2. Joe Skubic
3. Frank Mathews
4. Nabel Netteberg
5. George Holmquist
6. Henry Novitsky
7. TL Sandback
8. Walter Chics
9. HowardMumbleau
10. Norbert Husmann
11. Rober Kalinoski
12. Alois P. Kroll
13. Theodore Holstein
14. Theodore Holstein
15. Resident
4245 Jackson Street NE ,.
4141 Reservoir Boule~;'~rd
4350 Quincy Street NE
4257 Van Buren Street NE
1215 37th Avenue NE
4256 Van.Buren Street NE
4257 Quinc3: Street NE
4020 Tyler Street NE
4356 Quincy Street NE
4336 Quincy Street NE
4328 Quincy Street NE
4256 Jackson Street NE
4340-42 Quincy Street NE
4344-46 Quincy Street NE
4257 Jackson Street NE
Columbia lteights Businesses That Iustalled A Back Water Valve System in 1991
1. Monarch Chemical
2. Rainbow F6od Store
3. John Gault lnc.
3910 Jackson Street NE
4300 Central Avenue NE
4849 Central Avenue NECreated on
7/10/2003 9:54 AM
FIGURE 2
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MAINLIN
FULLPORT
BACKWATER VALVES
NEW
Clear transparent lid
provides easy
visual inspection
New
Generation
of Backwater
Valves
Model # PE 2013
Model # 4963 CL
AAAINLINr=
ACCESS BOX
MAINLINE
12530 - 128 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5L 1C9
Phone: (780) 413-7204 Toll Free: 1-877-734-8691 Fax: (780) 457-1210
Website: www.backwatervalve.com e-maih mainline@compusmart.ab.ca
MAINLIN
FULLPORT
BACKWATER VALVES
Model # 4963 CL
NEW MAINLINE
MAINLINE
MAINLINE
MAINLINE
MAINLINE
MAINLINE
MAINLINE
Clear Top for easy visual inspection
Fullport (Normally-open) Non-Flow Restricting
No problems with Blockages
Gate closes automatically when sewer starts to backup
Cleaning-rod does not destroy the gate when
feeding or retrieving cable
Normally-open design allows the free circulation of air
throughout the plumbing system to the municipal sewer
Award-winning technology
/V~INLINr= Building
Drain Protection
Clear transparent
lid provides easy
visual inspedion
Buih-in main (~'
sewer clean out.
Fullport normally-open
design offers no
restriction to flow.
Floats
Normal Flow
Gate automatically rises upon
reversal flow isolating entire
plumbing system from backflow.
MAINLINE
www.backwatervalve.com
Flow channels on gale and
body divert sewage from
inlet to oullet preventing
sewage buildup.
Reversal Flow
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
MAINLINE FULLPORT BACKWATER VALVE
Features and benefits: · "Normally-open design"
· "Normally-open design"
· "Self-cleaning action"
· "Clear Lid"
· "Built-in main-sewer cleanout"
offers zero flow restriction
allows free circulation of air through the Plumbing
System
helps keep valve clean
easy visual inspection of unit
allows auguring of sewer
What keeps the valve Clean?
· Gate has 2% built in grade in the design
· Bottom of gate on body has 4% built in grade in the design
· Side Channels have 8.25% built in grade in the design
With the valve installed at 2% minimum grade as per installation instructions!
Results: Gate 4% grade
Body 6% grade
Channels 10.25%
This provides a self-cleaning action through the valve.
Flow Channels:
· Flow channels prevent sewage from penetrating gate and valve bottom and float
area upon normal flow conditions
· Built in flow channels on gate direct sewage out onto body
· Built in flow channels on body direct sewage out of body
How Hinge area is protected from contamination
· At the bottom of the valve you will notice dams, the gate in the open position
rests on these dams preventing any flow from circling back from the outlet side of
the gate and penetrating back into the hinge area,
· At the front of the dams is drain port, this port drains away any water which may
seep under the gate through the inlet side of the valve
Gate Function
· Gate is fitted with closed cell polyethylene floats, this flotation material is
impervious to sewage and will not become water logged (gate design locks floats
in place)
· Upon a slow reversal flow, water rises in the body and the gate starts to float
(lift). Once the gate starts to lift the water flow in turn pushes the gate into the
gate position.
· Upon a quick reversal: The gate is fitted with 45 degree angles on the front which
act as wings, upon quick reversal action water is diverted into the wing area
through the flow channels. Water then pushes up on the 45 degree angles
causing the gate to quickly close.
· O-ring is used on the body for positive seal.
Built-in Sewer Cleanout
· The built-in is downstream of the gate, a sewer tape will not catch onto the gate
when feeding or retrieving the cable
Bolted Gasketed Cover · Nuts and Bolts are Stainless Steel
· Polycarbonate transparent lid provides a visual inspection of the unit at all times
Certification · CS^ B181 (ABS) B182 (PVC)
· UPC IAPMO PS-38 Standard
History · Developed in 1997
· Over 80,000 in the ground
· Zero failures
· Used throughout Canada, and certain parts of the US
Features " ..
A SAFEGUARD AGAINST WATER DAMAGE "~',"~="
Anyone who has ever experienced flooding caused by a reversal 0f sewage flow neve?'wants to be confronted with a reoccurrence.
Damage is extensive and generally uninsurable. Backwater and it~'a~t~ndant problems must therefore be seriously considered in term
of adequate control and prevention by individuals responsible for the design and construction of buildings. To overlook the possibility
of backwater or underestimate the destruction and unsanitary conditions that will result from uncontrolled backwater would be a
mistake. JOSAM Backwater Val~es'provide the flood control that is-reqUired.
..... JOSAM OFFERS FOUR BASIC TYPES OF ASSEMBLIES
: 'Th~ most frequently used backwater valve is the swing-check,
rotating, self-cleaning disc type. This valve is normally fur-
.. · .- ,.' ni:-hed'~vith the disc installed in the closed position to prevent
circulation of sewer gas. If desired, the disc can be assembled
to hang open to permit circulation of air by moving the hinge
pin to its alternate position.
3. BALL-FLOAT CHECK
This type of backwater valve is incorporated in certain floor
drains and traps. It is also used as auxiliary equipment for bottorr
outlet floor drains to provide independent backflow protection.
]'he ball-float seals against the ring seat with backflow.
Normal Positicn
Closed with
i';o Flow
Flow Position
Variable Depending
on Discharge Flow
Backflow Position
Instant Closing with
Backflow
., SHEAR-GATE
This manually operated shear-gate valve is spade shaped to
cut through an:/sewage debris that ,m~ay .become loclged on
the seating surface providing positiv'e assurance of complete
closin_3 against backwater.
COMBINATION SHEAR-GATE AND
SWING-CHECK VALVE
'[his combination valve provides dual protection against
back[Iov.'. The automatic swing-check resp.ohds with instant
closure v. hen backflo,,,/starts. During emergency periods, when
a serious kackv/ater condition exists or is expect?d, o: when
the buil.:~:z,g drainage system is to be shut cic~,,,'n, the rnanuall)'
operata:i s~'~aar-gate is closed until the building drain line can
be used ~?n. '[he shear-gate valve is kept open when the
building drainage system is in use.
.[his ty? of backwater valve is intended primarily for
installation in new construction.
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Series 67360 - BACKWATER VALVE: SHEAR-GATE & SWLN. G.CHECK TYPE
W/HUB&SPIGOT CONNECTIONS ~' '
SPECIFICATION: JOS~U e736o SER,ES COATED CAST DRAINAGE CONTROL
!IRON COJ"4BINATION BACKWATER VALVE ,s'TRAIGHT-THROmH
~TYPE. BRONZE SW~Ne-CHECK~SSEMBLV. BRONZEmNU~LL~ BACKWATER VALVE
OPERATED SHEAR~ATE WITH NON-RISING STEM, AND HUB J
FORf46RLY 1160~J
NOTE: SWING-CHECK VALVE NORMALLY HANGS IN CLOSED
POSITION, BUT CAN BE SET TO HANG OPEN (.t5) ~~____
HAND WHEEL~ ,,
~ SWING-
' ~ ~ ~CHECK EXTENSION (-28),(-2g)
, ~~ ~7~ ¢~ OARD SOiL PIPE FOR
P ~N ~ _ ~_ ilL. PIPE' r' EXTRA STRONG BRASS
Sl~b ~' ~ -~ ~- U~' ~ SiZE PIPE FOR VALVE STEM
I rL~W ~ ~ ~ EXTENSON. FOR 67363
' ) ~.~ / ~ . ~ AND 6736~ USE
~ ~ .... /. ~: SOIL PIPE. 67365
~~~ ~ 67366 USE 6" SO~L P~PE.
/ INTEGRAL SHeAR-GATE ~' '
SPI GOT VALVE
" PlPE I WGT.
TYPE B C E
I SlZE~ LBS.
67363 3 ; 8 12 171/2 80
67364 4 ~ 8 12 17~ 80
67366 6 ~101/2 141/2 191/2 120
A-12501-K P.o. Box T MICHIGAN CI~, IN 46360-03~ 67360
PIPE WGT.
TYPE B C E
SIZE LBS.
67363 3 8 12 17 I/2 80
67364 4 8 12 I7 P2 80
6736'5 .5 101/2 14'1/2 191/2 120
67366 6 101/2 14 ¥2 191/2 120
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Date:
Subject:
Cons:
Lauren McClanahan ~
Kevin Hansen
7/31/03 8:00AM
Backwater valves - Cons and Pros
1. Cost of valve - between $1,000 and $2,000 depending On the type of valve.
2. Cost of installation - $1,000 plus - depends on the location of the pipe and whether'the basement is
finished or not.
3. Valve is installed in the basement floor, depending on the depth of the pipe in relation to the floor, the
valve handle may be above floor level when the project is competed. ( possible tripping hazard )
4. Flap valve needs regular maintenance. If any debris gets stuck in the valve, the valve will not close.
Flap valve hinge needs to be exercised regularly to keep it from sticking. (note: sanitary sewer valve
maintenance is not on the top 10 list for things you always wanted to do.)
5. Gate valve needs regular maintenance to insure that the valve will operate when it is needed.
6. Ball valve works well as a shut off, but the valve may be difficult to open and close. Senior citizens
may not be able to operate the valve.
7. To install a backwater valve, a hole is cut in the basement floor. If water table is high in the area and
we have a substantial amount of rain, clear water may enter the basement through the hole in the floor.
8. If the property changes, ownership, or if it doesn't rain hard for several years, etc. etc. the resident may
forget that they have a backwater valve.
9. Someone has to be home to operate the valve during the heavy rains.
10. If the drain tile was connected directly to the sanitary sewer line and the sanitary sewer line was
constructed of vitrified clay tile pipe with joints every three feet, water may exit joints that are no longer
water tight and enter the basement through the hole that was cut to install the backwater valve.
1 1. Installation of a backwater valve may adversely affect the resale value of the home. ( Red Flag!
problems with sanitary sewer backups)
Pro:
1. Backwater valves may limit the amount of sewage that backs up into a basement under the right
circumstances.
2. Public Relations ? If the valve is installed and the property owner still experiences backups durir~g
heavy rains, did we help or hurt the situation. ( False sense of security.)
Lauren McClanahan
Superintendent of Public Works
CC: Joanne Baker
water detection alarm, Water Sensor Alarm from Dorlen Products
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WATER ERT®
-6 Models with optional accessories
to meet your specific requirements.
-Water detection alarm is used in a
wide range of applications, from
computer rooms to mechanical
rooms...anywhere undetected
leakage can occur.
-All units tested 3 times during
manufacture, and come with a 5
Year Warranty.
WATER
FILM
WH6N WATER FILM FORMS A BRIDGE BETWEJEN
SENSORS [A & A), WATER ALERT BECOMES
ACTIVAT~O!
5-3/4"
1-t/4"
-Simple installation using
instructions furnished with all
equipment, normally done by
maintenance personnel. Typical
spacing is one Water Alert for every
300-400 sq. ff.
-Water Alert will NOT activate due
to high humidity and is not affected
if submerged in water for short periods.
The a(Jjusta~le gold I:flated sensing probes,
located on the undm side of tl~ water alert.
-Installed in over 18,000 sites across the U.S., Water Alert has proven to be the most rugged, simplest to install
and longest lasting water detector available today.
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION AND CONSTRUCTION
Water Aler~ is activated by liquid* bddging the adjustable sensors (A & A). The
unit can detect water film from zero height, (sensors turned out to make contact
with the floor), to 1/8" height, (sensors turned all the way in).
*Water leakage.., including solutions of water and ethylene glycol (used in many
computer room air conditioning systems).
Construction -
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water detection alarm, Water Sensor Alarm from Dorlen Products
Epoxy encapsulated aenMng/control~ circuit avoids
p~a:fl~ems o! di~ fu~gu~ or humidity affecting
circuit operalJon or increa~ of
battery drain with tinge ~ ,.
Circuitry I~ lmpawious
to water immemk)n.
IM" thick, high-impact po~tyrene
dom-shaped housir'~ for slrer~Jlh
and ruggedness.
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SS(lb
models [at 3 ~eetl Piez~
buzzer protected aga~st
short term immersiori.
Buzz~ s. irnpiy replaceat~e
if damaged by long te~m submersion.
6 M~s to match your
aPl~Ceflon. A C~pl~e line ot Wat~
~ M~i~s, P~ ~p~lies and
Nickel-gold plated adjustable 11/64' to
Nylon peliet assures iPo~itive connection
fr~-n ~rct~$ to ~n~-~ circuit,
g~Jo operalbtg vollage for
a safe and ~impie
Installation. (nO
c:~nduit required)
Cempe~ Oeslgrr ~3/4' diameter,
%1/4' h~l% approx~ately I lb,
~,hipp~g weight,
WATERALERT®
APPLICATION AREAS
Below Access Flooring (computer rooms, data
centers), Water Sensor Alarm, Below Grated Floodng
(semiconductor mfg'ing), Data Cable
Raceways/Trays/Troughs, Storage, High Voltage
Vaults, Pump, Sump, Treatment Areas, Difficult
Access, Unattended Areas, Telephone Equipment
Rooms, UPS/Generator Rooms, Inventory /
Merchandise Storage, Electrical Cabinets, Power
Conversion Enclosures, Elevator Pits, Wiring Closets,
Record, Valuable Material, Storage Areas, Electrical /
Mechanical Rooms, Off Site Utility Structures,
(microwave, repeater stations, TV sites), Switch Huts,
Cable Chambers, Boiler / Furnace Rooms, Injection
Molding Machines, Welding Machines
Water Alert Specifications
TO THE
COMPUTER ROOM_
WATER ALERT
WILL PROVIDE
EARLY WARNING
OF WATER LEAKAGE
FROM TH E
BOILER
ROOM_
Water Alert Monitor I Power Supplies.
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PREVENT INFLOW/INFILTRATION
INFI-SHIELD EXTERNAL SEA1,
FLEX SEAL UTILITY SEALANT
PROBLEM
Accommodating for ground
movement, lnfi-shield's high
quality EPDM rubber and
non-hardening butyl mastic
provide a flexible watertight
seal around any joint. No
special tools are required for
installation and immediate
backfill is allowed.
Made from aromatic urethane
rubber, Flex Seal Utility
Sealant is completely
waterproof and will not
deteriorate from hydrogen
sulfide or road salt. Flex Seal
Utility Sealant is packaged in
a kit that is easily applied by
certified installers.
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
EROSION & I/I PREVENTION
SOLUTION
SANITARY MANHOLES
Ess Brothers and Sons, Inc. O
Your Manhole and Catch .Basin Casting Specialists
23230 West Thomess BIvd - Loretto, MN 55357 - 763-478-2027 - 800-478-2027 - Fax 763-478-8868 - w~vw.essbrothers.com