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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 1982 PAGE 3 ~' i prohibit the "local investors" concept which the Storer firm has elected CABLE TV to utilize. He also stressed the fact that Storer has stated in their (cont.) proposal that they will not put down a list of public access items which they will provide, but will give $500,000 and the commission can decide on the specifics. Councilmember Eggert explained-that the RFP did give a basic outline of what is desired in the system (in regard to public access) and both of the other bidders have addressed the matter in their proposals. He suggested that, if .Storer is awarded the franchise, Council carefully examine the matter and decide whether or not to reserve the 5~ franchise fee or a portion of-the $500,000 for the City's own dispensation. Councilmember Larson inquired as to what would happen if Falcon Heights votes against the awarding of the franchise. Council- member Eggert stated it would create a problem because Falcon Heights would be unable to obtain a sophisticated cable system if going it alone. Councilmember Ciernia reminded those in attendance that the School SCHOOL CLOSING Board, at their February 11th meeting, will be voting on which school DISCUSSION to close. Since the Falcon Heights Elementary School is one of the schools being considered for closing many residents are concerned about the future use of the building. Several Councilmembers had received calls from residents inquiring as to whether or-not the building could be used for a City Hall or if the land would be purchased by the City for some other use. Councilmember Larson said she explained that there was no mention of the school closing at the time the new City facility was planned and that the school would not be practical for a City Hall for several reasons such as the building is not energy efficient and the cost would be exorbitant. Councilmember Chestovich felt that, perhaps, the City would be approached in re- gard to purchasing the property and Mayor Warkentien replied that he had talked to school officials and he did not think the City would be contacted regarding purchase of the property. The Fourth Quarter, 1981 Prosecuting Attorney's Report was noted. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Larson, that the Clerk Administrator be authorized to cancel Check ~~14402 in the amount of $500.00 (check issued to•Aznerican Shelter - to be re-issued to Hermes for easement strip). Motion carried unanimously. PROSECUTOR'S 4TH QUARTER/8 REPORT NOTED CHECK ~I4402 CANCELLID Councilmember Ciernia inquired as to the progress on the land-purchase. CITY HALL SIT. Attorney Swanson informed that the "quick take" should have been settled UPDATE today (2/10/81) but he was having trouble getting the "quick take" deed signed. The '_'quick take" agreement will allow the City to go on the land but the ultimate cost of the property will be determined by the' condemnation. Clerk Administrator Barnes informed Council that Westland Construction GROUND BREAfi- has requested a date be set for the ground breaking for the new City ING DISCUSSION building. After a discussion Council agreed that it was too early to set a date and that when the time is right the Clerk Administrator should notify Council by phone.