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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MARCH 11, 2020 The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by McGraw. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. NEW BOARDS AT The Public Works Director stated that the existing boards at the Fire Barns FIRE BARNS RINK hockey rink have been in place for at least 30 years. He noted that some have been repaired over the years, but they are worn out and need to be replaced. He explained that staff is recommending a sturdier, white fiberglass board on a steel frame, much like the boards used for indoor rinks. He noted that these would be an upgrade over wood boards and would be a nice addition to a popular rink. The Public Works Director explained that staff contacted Becker Arena Products to discuss feasibility and pricing, and were quoted a price of $66,479.81 for the boards and chain link fencing, and $18,786.25 for the installation. He noted that rink boards are part of a program that is similar to the Minnesota State Contract where products are competitively bid so additional quotes are not necessary. He explained that there will be additional costs, such as pouring a concrete ring that the steel frame will sit on, as well as some grading around the rink. He noted that the work will be done in time for the next skating season. The Public Works Director explained that a large portion of the rink sits on St. Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) right-of-way, but the City has an agreement with SPRWS to have the rink and the skate park on the right-of-way. He stated that the rink board replacement is considered maintenance for required upkeep of the public purpose structure and falls within the terms and conditions of the July 13, 1966 agreement, and an additional agreement or rider is not needed for this project. The Public Works Director stated that the Parks & Recreation Commission reviewed the rink upgrades at their March 5 meeting, and recommended the City Council approve this purchase. He reported that $102,400 was budgeted for this project in the 2020 Capital Improvement Plan, but the Little Canada Recreation Association has agreed to fund the anticipated $102,000 total cost. He noted that there may be some additional grading required over and above what was originally anticipated which may require additional funds, but staff believes those can be absorbed in the Parks operating budget if necessary.