08-22-2012 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 22, 2012 Waterworks Trail at Railroad Crossing — trail improvement — estimated cost $150,000. Sanders explained the nature of this project which would connect two trail segments. The trail would provide an eventually connection to the Troutbrook Trail system and Rice Street. The Administrator pointed out that when the Rice Street Phase 111 project is completed, the trail would connect into the Shoreview and Vadnais Heights trail systems. The Administrator noted that there is a need for a trail easement through the Frattalone property, and he did not anticipate a problem in obtaining that easement. The Administrator reported that the cost of this project has been included in the Capital Improvement Plan and has been carried forward for a couple of years. Old Fire Hall — warming house replacement — estimated cost $150,000. The Director reported that the existing warming house was constructed in 1979 and is in need of replacement. The Director indicated that the proposed project would include moving the warming house further south on the property as well as include the addition of bathroom facilities. The Director noted that the area is now a year -round facility given the addition of the skateboard park, and pointed out the need for bathroom facilities at this facility. McGraw asked if there were utilities to this area. The Director reported that there were not. He also noted that if the warming house building is moved further south, there will be the need to purchase land from St. John's Church (cost of which is not included in the estimate). Sanders indicated that the estimated $120,000 (figure without contingencies), included a basic building with restrooms. Sanders also indicated that it may be possible to access the Metro Sewer line for sewer service. Either water main would have to be run into the area, or the bathroom facilities could be provided at the Old Fire Hall building. McGraw pointed out that he has observed heavy usage of this facility on a year round basis. In addition to the project proposed, McGraw suggested some consideration be given to expanding the skateboard park. Nadeau Wildlife Area — play area and site improvements — estimated cost $50,000. Sanders reported that this project includes the replacement of the play area and some benches. The existing curbing around the play area could be retained. Blesener asked how much it cost to replace the playground equipment at Thunder Bay Park. The Director replied that the cost was at little over the $30,000 range and was paid for by Little Canada Recreation Association (LCRA). 5