City Council Minutes 08-14-2006MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING — MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
Monday August 14, 2006 — 7 p.m.
Members Present: Clint Herbst, Wayne Mayer, Tom Perrault, Glen Posusta and Brian Stumpf
Members Absent: None
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Herbst called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. and declared a quorum present. The
Pledge of Allegiance was said.
2A. Approve minutes of July 24, 2006 regular Council meeting.
On agenda item # 19 Tom Perrault clarified that he meant if the City approved the contract for
the lighting on the bridge the City would lose bargaining power as far as having the County
participate in the cost of the lights.
TOM PERRAULT MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE JULY 24, 2006
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING. WAYNE MAYER SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
211. Approve minutes of July 25, 2006 special Council meeting.
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE JULY 25, 2006
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING. GLEN POSUSTA SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2C. Approve minutes of August 1, 2006 special Council meeting.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 1, 2006
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING NOTING A TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR IN
PARAGRAPH TWO. BRIAN STUMPF SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Consideration of adding items to the agenda.
City Administrator, Rick Wolfsteller, added establishing a date for the first budget workshop
and Clint Herbst added a discussion on crosswalks.
4. Citizen comments, petitions, requests and concerns.
There was no one who spoke under citizen comments.
5. Consent Agenda:
A. Consideration of ratifying hires and departures for MCC, Public Works and liquor
store. Recommendation: Ratify the hires and departures as identified.
B. Consideration of approving a temporary gambling license for the St. Henry's Fall
Festival on September 16th -17th 2006. Recommendation: Approve the resolution
authorizing the State Gambling Control Board to issue a temporary charitable
gambling license for St. Henry's Church for September 16-17, 2006.
C. Consideration of approving a temporary 3/2 beer license for St. Henry's Fall Festival
on September 16th -17th 2006. Recommendation: Approve a temporary 3/2 beer
license for St. Henry's Catholic Church for September 16-17, 2006.
D. REMOVED
E. Consideration of a request to close Vine Street on Labor Day for a block party —
Applicant: Brad Fyle. Recommendation: Authorize temporary closure of the Vine
Street right-of-way on Labor Day.
F. Consideration of final payment to Greystone Company and acceptance of work on
Library Expansion Project No. 2004-36C. Recommendation: Approve the final
payment to Greystone Construction Company in the amount of $4,374 making a total
project cost of $672,615 for the Library Expansion Project No. 2004-36C.
G. Consideration of final plat approval for Otter Creek Crossing 3rd Addition.
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution approving the final plat of Otter Creek
Crossing 3rd Addition.
H. Consideration of approving Change Order No. 1 for the Area 2 Core Street
Reconstruction Project, City Project No. 2004-06C. Recommendation: Approve
Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $6,787.00 for Buffalo Bituminous, Inc. for the
Area 2 Core Street Reconstruction Project.
Consideration of approving final payment and accepting improvement for the Area 2
Core Street Reconstruction Project, City Project No. 2004-06C. Recommendation:
Accept the improvements and approve the final payment in the amount of $99,081.99
to Buffalo Bituminous, Inc. for the Area 2 Core Street Reconstruction Project, City
Project No. 2004-06C.
J. Consideration of accepting roads and utilities in the Prairie Ponds Addition.
Recommendation: The City accepts the public roads and utilities within the Prairie
Ponds development contingent on the erosion problem to the pond being corrected.
K. Consideration of acceptance of improvements for the Club West development.
Recommendation: The City accepts the public improvements for the Club West
Development.
L. Consideration of authorizing purchase of UV system for the MCC pool.
Recommendation: Authorize the purchase of the UV System for the MCC Pool from
Aqua Logic at an estimated cost of $34,900 not including electrical work.
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED.
TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
6. Consideration of items removed from the consent agenda for discussion
None.
7. Public Hearing on the vacation of a sanitary sewer easement across Outlot F in the plat
of Jefferson Commons.
City Administrator, Rick Wolfsteller provided background information on the proposed
easement vacation. The easement runs across the outlot that will be transferred to River City
Lanes as part of the Jefferson Commons 3rd Addition plat. The new plat will contain the
necessary replacement easements.
Mayor Herbst opened the public hearing. There was no one present who spoke for or against
the proposed easement vacation. Mayor Herbst then closed the public hearing.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION VACATING A PORTION OF
THE SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT RUNNING ACROSS OUTLOT F IN THE PLAT
OF JEFFERSON COMMONS. WAYNE MAYER SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED WITH TOM PERRAULT VOTING IN OPPOSITION.
8. Public Hearing and Ordering Project on the extension of Dalton Avenue, Dalton Court
and Dalton Way, City Project No. 2006-15C.
Consulting Engineer, Bret Weiss gave a presentation on the proposed project which includes
the extension of Dalton Avenue, Dalton Court and Dalton Way within the Otter Creek
Crossing development. The project consists of street improvements, water, sanitary sewer
and storm sewer. The City is currently bidding a grading project for this site which is owned
by the City. The street is proposed to be a 44' urban section with a trail on the east side of
Dalton Avenue. Street lighting is included in the project but is being bid separately and
construction of Dalton Way is being bid as an alternate.
The estimated cost for the extension of Dalton Avenue and Dalton Court is $1,331,900 and if
Dalton Way is constructed that would add approximately $391,500 to the project costs. If the
project is ordered, it is proposed that the plans and specifications would come back to the
Council for approval at the next meeting.
Glen Posusta asked if the cul-de-sacs shown are permanent or would they be extended. Bret
Weiss responded that the cul-de-sac by the power line is permanent and the others are not.
The Dalton Court cul-de-sac will have curb and gutter but the temporary cul-de-sacs will not.
Mayor Herbst opened the public hearing. There was no one present who spoke for or against
the proposed improvement. Mayor Herbst then closed the public hearing.
TOM PERRAULT MOVED TO ORDER THE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FOR THE
EXTENSION OF DALTON AVENUE, DALTON COURT AND DALTON WAY WITH
DALTON WAY BEING BID AS AN ALTERNATE. GLEN POSUSTA SECONDED THE
MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
9. REMOVED
10. Consideration of agreements relating to exchange of land between the City of Monticello
and River City Lanes developer, consideration of final plat approval for Jefferson
Commons 3rd Addition (River City Lanes), and consideration of setting direction for
defining use of land/buildings received in the exchange.
Since the Council first gave approval to a proposed land exchange with River City Lanes, a
lot of work has been done to get the proposal formalized for Council consideration. Deputy
City Administrator, Jeff O'Neill noted some of the action that has taken place. The developer
conducted a second informational meeting with the residents of the area which included
having a representative from the Sheriff's Department present to address issues such as
traffic. The developer is working on a signage proposal for the site and at this point it
appears the pylon sign proposed will require a variance. Initially the Council had discussed
reducing the SAC fees for the development. However, in calculating the fees, it was
determined that the initial estimate was high and the amount of SAC charges based on current
calculations is closer to the original proposed reduced figure. A final consideration was to
have security in place that will ensure that the developer will construct the facility. Jeff
O'Neill indicated that a Phase I Environmental Review had been done on the Monti Club site
but has not been reviewed by City staff. Preliminary indication is that there is not any
environmental issues of concern present on the site. A Phase I Environmental Review was
also done for the present River City Lanes site. Finally the Council and staff need to look at
possible re -use of the Monti Club Hill site.
Clint Herbst asked if it wasn't premature to do anything as far as reuse of the facility until the
developer has pulled the building permit for the new facility. It was indicated that the closing
on this property is expected to take place later in August.
Brian Stumpf asked the developer what the results were of the second neighborhood meeting.
Butch Lindenfelser, representing River City Lanes, stated that the residents had a more
positive feel for the proposed project although there was still a little apprehension on the part
of some residents. Brian Stumpf stated he appreciated the developer holding that second
neighborhood meeting. Brian Stumpf also noted that the signage would require a variance
and asked whether the sign ordinance should be looked at as it seems like every development
is requiring a variance as far as signage. He suggested that the City at least look at the sign
ordinance for this area. Jeff O'Neill reported that the Planning Commission did discuss
reviewing the sign ordinance and possible amendments at their last meeting. This item will
be coming back before the Planning Commission at their next meeting. He added that
because any possible amendments to the sign ordinance would not likely occur for some
months, the applicant is proceeding with the variance request so that if approved, the
developer can proceed with ordering the sign. The Council also felt that since the facility
would not be completed until next year, there would be ample time to consider amendments
to the sign ordinance.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO GRANT FINAL APPROVAL OF THE LAND EXCHANGE
WITH RIVER CITY LANES IN KEEPING WITH THE BASIC CONCEPT AS
APPROVED ON MAY 22, 2006 AND ARTICULATED IN THE ASSOCIATED
AGREEMENTS GOVERNING THE EXCHANGE AS DEFINED BY THE ASSOCIATED
AGREEMENT PREPARED JOINTLY BY THE CITY AND THE DEVELOPER'S
ATTORNEY.
In further discussion, Jeff O'Neill clarified the contingencies discussed earlier such as review
of the environmental plan to verify no potential problems.
GLEN POSUSTA AMENDED HIS MOTION TO HAVE APPROVAL CONTINGENT
UPON REVIEW OF THE PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTS AND REVIEW OF
DEVELOPMENT PLANS BY STAFF. BRIAN STUMPF SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED WITH TOM PERRAULT VOTING IN OPPOSITION.
Tom Perrault noted he was not in favor of the land exchange as he felt the property should be
on the open market.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL
PLAT OF THE JEFFERSON COMMONS 3RD ADDITION. WAYNE MAYER
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED WITH TOM PERRAULT VOTING IN
OPPOSITION.
Wayne Mayer commented that the Council may wish to wait with making a decision on reuse
of the Monti Club site until the new facility is constructed in Jefferson Commons.
Traci Woytcke, a representative from Resurrection Lutheran Church, was present and asked
that the Council, when considering how the Monti Club site could be utilized would give
some thought to the youth of the area. She asked if there is a possibility that a youth center
could be developed at this location adding that although there are facilities like the MCC and
the health club not everyone could avoid the membership fees. Clint Herbst stated that parts
of the MCC facilities are free for all to use. He felt that it may be some time before the
Council makes a final decision on how the Monti Club site will be utilized.
11. Consideration of adopting resolution supporting constitutional amendment for
dedicating MVST funds to Transportation.
Consulting Engineer, Bret Weiss provided information to the Council relating to a
constitutional amendment that will be on the ballot for the November 7, 2006 general
election. The proposed amendment, if approved, would dedicate all revenue from the tax on
the sale of new and used vehicles to be used for transportation purposes. At the present time
approximately 46% of this revenue goes to the general fund. Bret Weiss noted there were
various state and local agencies that were in support of this constitutional amendment and he
was asking that the City adopt a resolution expressing their support for this proposed
amendment.
Clint Herbst felt this constitutional amendment would be beneficial to the City because
Monticello is along the I-94 corridor and because it would provide an increase in Municipal
State Aid funding. It was pointed out that the wording of the constitutional amendment would
have 40% of the funds go to public transit and 60% for roads. Clint Herbst felt providing this
funding for public transit might push more people to use that means of transportation. If the
amendment is approved, it would be phased in over a five year period. Brian Stumpf liked the
proposal since it could increase the state aid funds the City receives and he noted that it was
not just the metro area that was supporting this. Tom Perrault stated he did not support this
resolution because at least 40% could go to mass transit and he felt it should all go to roads.
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE MVST
(MOTOR VEHICLE SALES TAX) CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT. WAYNE
MAYER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED WITH TOM PERRAULT
VOTING IN OPPOSITION.
12. Consideration of granting increase to the individual pension for volunteer firefighters
relief association members.
Brian Stumpf stated that as a vested member of the relief association, he would be abstaining
from voting on this agenda item.
City Administrator, Rick Wolfsteller, stated that the relief association must request Council
approval of any increase in benefits by August 1" of each year unless the assets of the relief
association exceed the liabilities. In that case, Council approval of a pension increase is not
required. Currently the pension benefit is $3,050 per year of service and the relief association
submitted information for three options: 1) Increasing the pension benefit to $3,275;
2) Increasing the pension benefit to $3,300 and 3) Increasing the pension benefit to $3,325.
The relief association gets their revenue from state aid payments and investments. Of the
three schedules presented, the increase to $3,275 and $3,300 would not require any City
contribution but the increase to $3,325 would require a contribution of $924.
Wayne Mayer felt that by increasing the pension benefit, the liability amount is increasing
which widens the gap between the assets and the liabilities. He felt that perhaps the pension
increase should not be as great so that the relief association can close the gap between their
assets and liabilities and at that point be able to determine their pension benefit without the
need for Council approval.
Brian Stumpf stated that there was only one occasion where the City had made a contribution
to the relief association and that was a minimal amount. He emphasized that the pension
benefit was not coming from taxes and posed no hardship for the taxpayer. Wayne Mayer
stated the reason he would propose the $3,275 amount is the hope that it will help the relief
association assets catch up with the liabilities so the relief association can then make their
own determination of pension benefit.
WAYNE MAYER MOVED TO GRANT AN INCREASE TO THE INDIVIDUAL
PENSION FOR THE VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS RELIEF ASSOCIATION MEMBERS
OF $3,275 PER YEAR. CLINT HERBST SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION
CARRIED WITH TOM PERRAULT VOTING IN OPPOSITION AND BRIAN STUMPF
ABSTAINING.
13. Consideration of award of bid for Xcel Ballfield Fencing, City Project No. 2006-19C.
Park Superintendent, Seth Nelson informed the Council that bids were received for the
replacement of fencing and the backstop for ballfield #4 at the Xcel Ballfields. Field #4 had
been used for baseball and was now being converted to a softball field. The fencing for
Fields #1, #2 and #3 had been replaced earlier. The backstop poles from Field #4 will be used
along Freeway Fields on the north side to keep balls from going onto the freeway. The
fencing is in poor condition and not usable. Seth Nelson submitted pictures of the old fencing
which is sagging and the ends are curled up.
Two bids were received for the fencing; one from Authority Fence and Deck and one from
Oberg Fence Company with Oberg Fence submitting the low bid. In reviewing the bids it was
discovered that the low bidder had omitted the concrete work from his bid. When informed of
this omission the low bidder stated he would have to retract his bid. Seth Nelson stated this
omission made a difference of between $2,000-$3,000 on the bid. It was the
recommendation of the Parks Superintendent and the Public Works Director to rebid the
proj ect.
Clint Herbst asked about Public Works staff doing the concrete work on the project. Seth
Nelson indicated that staff had done the concrete work on another project but it was difficult
to schedule it into their work load.
Glen Posusta suggested pulling the bond of the low bidder. He stated that Authority Fence in
a similar situation had proceeded with the contract at the price quoted even though there was
an error made on the bid and he felt that Oberg Fencing Company should do the same. John
Simola clarified that although the Council had awarded the bid to Authority Fence and Deck
for the fencing at Riverside Cemetery, the City had not yet gotten a signed contract back. Mr.
Sypnieski stated he would be submitting the documents shortly.
Scott Sypnieski from Authority Fence and Deck spoke to the Council. He stated the concrete
work requirement of the specifications required an immense amount of labor as well as the
cost of the concrete. He emphasized that this was thelabor intensive portion of the contract
and that his firm specialized in fencing not concrete work. In submitting his bid for the
concrete work he had contacted several firms to get a representative cost for the concrete
work.
City Administrator, Rick Wolfsteller stated the City can cash in the bid bond if the bidder
decides not to enter into a contract.. He noted that even with the cement work deleted from
the contract there was still a difference of approximately $4,000 between the two bids.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO ACCEPT THE BID FROM AUTHORITY FENCE AND
DECK IN THE AMOUNT OF $29,120 AND TO CALL THE BID BOND FOR OBERG
FENCE COMPANY.
Consulting Engineer, Bret Weiss clarified that the City would have to accept the low bid from
Oberg Fence Company and if the bidder decides not to enter into the contract then the City
could pull the bid bond.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO AWARD THE BID FOR THE XCEL BALLFIELD
FENCING TO OBERG FENCE COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $195867.00 FOR THE
WORK AS OUTLINED IN THE PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS. BRIAN STUMPF
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Wayne Mayer asked if Oberg Fence Company determines not to enter into the contract, does
it automatically go to the next lowest bidder or can the City rebid the project. John Simola
suggested a two week time frame for Oberg to enter into the contract. If it is nothing has been
done at that time the item will come back before the Council.
15. Review of site plan, building floor plans, updated cost estimates and schedule for the
biosolids dryer Project No. 2003-02C.
At the request of Brian Stumpf agenda items #15 and #16 were moved up to accommodate
those people present.
Bob Brown from Bolton Menk gave a presentation on the biosolids dryer. He reviewed with
the Council drawings showing the layout that would be required for each type of dryer
equipment being considered. He pointed out existing structures, the location of the
improvements being considered as part of the biosolids process and future improvements such
as additional SBR tanks.
Bob Brown reviewed a number of changes that the committee had discussed. This included
the recommendation to go with a masonry type building because of its longevity and low
maintenance cost. He also noted that adding platforms around the drying equipment was
being looked at as a safety feature as was the ventilation area. It was felt that stainless steel
equipment added to the longevity of the equipment for both the belt press and dryer. The
building will cost more with the Kruger dryer layout because of the equipment is 1,600 sq. ft.
larger.
The schedule was to get the project bid in 2006 with the facility to be completed in the fall of
2007. He noted changes in the permitting process had added several months to the projected
schedule.
There has been a 20% cost increase since the City initially looked at this. The price increase
for the project was because of the masonry building, stainless steel platforms, ventilation area
and stainless steel equipment. Glen Posusta asked what vehicle was going to be stored in the
new vehicle storage building. John. Simola responded that the nurse unit is proposed to be
stored in that building Glen Posusta questioned the need for the additional vehicle storage
building when there are already two existing buildings used for vehicle and equipment
storage. Chuck Keyes from PSG explained that one building serves as a maintenance shop
building and the other is primarily for storage of equipment rather than vehicles.
Brian Stumpf asked about incineration of biosolids in the future and if the site plan could
accommodate that. Bob Brown indicated that incineration facility would be a separate
building. He stated that they are in the process of getting a wetland area mitigated which
would open up more options as far as placement of facilities on the site. John Simola stated
the estimate for incineration costs a year ago was about $2,000,000. Bob Brown said
initially it was estimated that the dryer equipment would be running two days a week but 20
years down the road it would be running 40 hours a week.
Glen Posusta questioned whether the City would still being taking the biosolids out to the
farm. John Simola stated they are at the end of their capacity for placing biosolids on the
farm. John Simola indicated that at this point in time they are assuming no revenue from the
dried biosolids. Glen Posusta stated he didn't see any potential for this process and didn't
feel that $8,000,000 of taxpayers money should be use for it. He felt the City should be
buying land for the spreading of biosolids. It was suggested that the City could bring their
biosolids to another facility for processing. Provided the facility would accept the biosolids,
the City would incur costs for trucking the biosolids as well as processing them.
John Simola stated the City had spent considerable time looking at alternatives and had
determined that the dryer system was the most cost effective way to go. Clint Herbst stated
that this type of infrastructure need has to be taken care of. Glen Posusta stated he did not
feel comfortable with a system that had not commonly been used. Bob Brown responded that
the drying process for biosolids has been utilized for many years. Chuck Keyes informed the
Council that Kruger had not been used in the United States because they owned two different
drying technologies and only offered one in the United States so that the systems wouldn't be
competing against each other.
Glen Posusta suggested if the City was going to spend that kind of money on the biosolids
they should look at spending a little for landscaping at the WWTP as well.
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO AUTHORIZE MOVING FORWARD WITH THE
BIOSOLIDS PROJECT INCLUDING THE BIOSOLIDS VEHICLE STORAGE BUILDING
AND TO COME BACK WITH A LANDSCAPING/BEAUTIFICATION PLAN FOR THE
WWTP FACILITY. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED
WITH GLEN POSUSTA VOTING IN OPPOSITION.
16. Department Activity Report - Steve Joerg, Fire Chief
Fire Chief Steve Joerg provided a verbal report on the activities of the Fire Department. He
reviewed the number and type of fire calls the department had responded to. He noted that
the fire department had not yet lifted the burning restrictions for their fire protection area. He
also discussed upcoming training that the department would be involved and briefly discussed
fund raising efforts by the department. The Council was invited to tour the Fire Department
and discussed possibly setting up the tour prior to one of the regular Council meetings.
14. Review of lighting plan and cost estimate for School Boulevard and update on other
lighting projects and costs and consideration of ordering feasibility report for street
lighting on Chelsea Road East and a portion of Dalton Avenue.
Public Works Director, John Simola reviewed the information with the Council on street
lighting proposals for various areas of the City. These proposals covered the following areas:
1) School Boulevard East from Edmonson Avenue to Fenning Avenue which would include
approximately 25 lights at an estimated cost of $250,000-$300,000; IA) Pedestrian Safety
Improvements on School Boulevard which includes pathway improvements, permanent
bumpouts and one or two pedestrian flashers at an estimated cost of $157,000. John Simola
noted that there is very little assessable footage along School Boulevard since there is limited
driveway access onto the road. The School District could possibly be assessed for a portion
of the cost since the presence of the school necessitates these safety measures; 2) Chelsea
Road West and Dalton Avenue from CSAH 39 to 90th Street which would include 18 lights at
a cost of $189,200; 7th Street East from Washington Street to St. Benedicts. It was felt that
when 7th Street opened up it would be carrying a large volume of traffic; 4) 7th Street East and
Highland Way - John Simola stated that the original development agreement with Ryan
Companies had them doing the street lighting for 7th Street and Highland Way. Nine street
lights were being proposed for this area; 5) Cedar Street from Dundas Road to Chelsea Road
West. Nine lights were proposed for this area also; 6) Chelsea Road East from Fallon Avenue
to Fenning Avenue — Since street construction to a urban section design with curb and gutter
was being proposed for 2007 it was recommended that this area be considered at that time.
The estimated cost was $157,000 for 15 lights; 7) Oakwood Drive from TH 25 to end of cul-
de-sac — At the present time there is only one light in place. A mixture of lights for above the
sidewalk and above the street are proposed. Brian Stumpf asked if any improvements were
going to be made with the redevelopment of the Tom Thumb site. John Simola suggested
waiting with this project until next year. Glen Posusta questioned why Ryan Companies was
given the option to put in the type of lighting they wanted when that same option was not
provided to everyone else. Bret Weiss stated he believed the Ryan Companies would follow
through on doing the lighting but he didn't know if it would be done before the street opened;
8) Meadow Oak Avenue from Freeway Fields to CSAH 18. The lights in this area are
currently leased lighting. The estimated cost for lighting improvements to this area is
$14,000.
Tom Perrault questioned whether a public hearing would be necessary if the school was not
going to assessed for the street lighting. Glen Posusta felt although the school would not
like to be assessed, the main reason for the lighting improvements is because of pedestrian
safety concerns that are generated in part by the presence of the school
There were additional questions on spacing of lights and design. John Simola indicated that
what was submitted was not the final design.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO 1) AUTHORIZE THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR TO
ADVERTISE FOR PROPOSALS TO COMPLETE THE LIGHTING BETWEEN
EDMONSON AVENUE AND FENNING AVENUE BASED ON AN ESTIMATED COST
OF BETWEEN $250,000 AND $300,000 AND TO MOVE FORWARD WITH ALL OR A
PORTION OF THE RECOMMENDED PEDESTRIANS IMPROVEMENT AS
RECOMMENDED IN THE REPORT BY WSB AT AN ESTIMATED COST OF $15700;
2) ORDER A FEASIBILITY REPORT. WITH THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN
THIS AGENDA ITEM AS THE FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR THE STREET LIGHTING
IMPROVEMENTS TO CHELSEA ROAD WEST AND DALTON AVENUE FROM 90TH
STREET TO CSAH 39; FOR 7TH STREET FROM WASHINGTON STREET TO ST.
BENEDICTS AND HIGHLAND WAY AND EAST 7TH STREET FROM ST. BENEDICT' S
TO CSAH 18 AND TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. BRIAN
STUMPF SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Added Items:
Budget Workshop: The Council set Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 5:30 as the time for the first budget
workshop and also to review applications for the City Administrator position.
Crosswalks: Clint Herbst suggested the City look at placing a pavement mounted temporary sign in
the right-of-way denoting designated crosswalk areas. He indicated other communities have used
this. Public Works Director, John Simola indicated that these maybe non-standard sign. He will,
however, get pricing for these signs. It was suggested that 5-6 of these signs be placed in the
downtown area on a temporary basis. It was also asked that the Police Commission look at the issue
of speeds in excess of the 30 mph and perhaps instruct the Wright County Sheriff's Department to be
more aggressive in ticketing excessive speeding.
17. Approve payment of bills for August.
TOM PERRAULT MOVED TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF THE BILLS. CLINT HERBST
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
18. Adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
Recording Secretary