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MINUTES <br />CITY COUNCIL <br />NOVEMBER 8, 2000 <br />Fahey felt that it was best if Public Works can accommodate welding in a <br />safe fashion from both a functionality and efficiency standpoint. <br />Pedersen pointed out that if limited welding is being done, it should not be <br />a problem to open the door for ventilation. <br />The Public Works Director pointed out that they recently painted a box <br />sander utilizing aerosol paint, and the ventilation was terrible in the <br />garage. LaValle suggested that the painting could have been done outside <br />during warm weather. <br />Morelan pointed out the issues with salt/sand storage noting that the <br />salt/sand mixture is used to de-ice roads, therefore, gets into the <br />environment when it is spread on the roads. Morelan asked why it was <br />important to cover salt/sand piles. <br />Oertel pointed out that once salt gets into the environment, you can never <br />get it out. The MPCA is concerned about salt/sand piles sitting all year <br />long with salt leeching into the environment. <br />The Public Works Director indicated that they try to keep a supply of <br />salt/sand on hand to get through the winter months, and typically have <br />only a small amount left at the end of the winter season. The Director <br />reported that the City purchases salt and sand under the State Contract and <br />mixes it on a 3 to 1 basis. <br />Oertel reviewed the summary of cost estimates he put together for <br />upgrades needed to the existing Public Works Garage. The City <br />Administrator asked what the estimated cost would be for fire protection <br />improvements. Oertel pointed out that the City would not be required to <br />install a sprinkler system at the garage. However, if one were installed i1 <br />was estimated the cost would be $2 per square foot or $14,400. <br />Morelan pointed out that the building would have a better than average <br />chance of catching fire. Oertel pointed out that some fire suppression <br />systems can cause more damage than a fire. Oertel pointed out that the <br />building is mostly steel and metal, and the City is not required to install a <br />sprinkler system. <br />Scalze asked about the $60,000 estimated for HVAC improvements. <br />Oertel reported that the current system is grossly inadequate and new air <br />handlers, ductwork, and controls would have to be installed. The building <br />is 7,200 square feet in size, and Oertel estimated the cost of HVAC <br />improvements at $8 to $9 per square foot. <br />