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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 28, 2018 Keis introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2018-2-36 — APPROVE THE 2018 ANIMAL IMPO UND CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF ST. PA UL AS PRESENTED BY THE CITY ADMINISTRA TOR The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Montour. Ayes (4). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. OLD FIRE HALL The City Administrator explained that Dick Krumm, of RVK Architects, RENOVATIONS has submitted a bid package and drawings to consider related to the exterior renovations of the Old Fire Hall. He explained that he had some questions for the Council to discuss after reviewing the plans. He asked if we should include an alternate for metal cap versus terra cotta. Terra cotta would restore the original look of the building, but might be substantially more expensive. Montour stated this should be done. The City Administrator asked if the Council wanted to be involved in selecting the brick to be used to ensure accurate pricing and the desired look. Keis stated that it will be fine to get something that generally meets the look and feel of the current brick. Fischer agreed. The City Administrator asked if the landscaping along Little Canada Road should include a rain garden to lower on-going maintenance. He noted the City Engineer should comment on whether this makes sense or not. He stated that staff felt the raised planting beds by the building are a good idea, but maybe not beds by the road. The Public Works Director stated that raised planter beds by the road would cause problems for plowing, and possibly cause problems when people park on top during rentals. Torkelson asked if there was something that could be put there only from spring to fall, and then moved for winter. The Public Works Director stated there are large bowel planters on Little Canada Road that staff could look into. Torkelson noted that these items could be added at any time. There was consensus to put planter beds only by the building with low maintenance plants. The City Administrator asked if there should be additional options for exterior finishes on the other three sides provided. He stated that the Old Fire Hall committee had recommended only painting and repairing cracks, but he suggested that the Council may want to consider an alternate finish since the west side is so visible. He reported that Mr. Krumm has indicated that he was planning on pricing some other options for our consideration.