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CIP AND CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS

improvements will significantly increase the level of service of these water lines. The
2019 Water CIP water line projects are planned for Derek Drive from Whitley Road to
Saramac Drive, Melinda Drive from Jackie Terrace to Marigold Drive, MacArthur Drive
from Douglas Drive to Rebecca Lane and Hillcrest Drive from Quail Run to Echo Hill
Drive.

Justification: The aging water lines throughout the City are old and present frequent
maintenance issues. Systematic replacement will reduce maintenance costs and
customer problems.

Operating Impact: Savings of approximately $15,000 annually are expected in
decreased maintenance issues for the system after completion of this project. The debt
service to cover the 2017 bond issuance began in FY2018 and the debt service for the
2019 debt issuance began in FY2020.

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