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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JUNE 10, 2026 Community Development Director confirmed that this service is local but could bring you to a main transit line location if you wanted to travel outside of the community. Kwapick stated that Roseville does have this service, but it is quite limited. He asked if there is an initial proposal on whether this would be only within Little Canada proper, or whether other practical locations would be included, such as a grocery store across the border. The Community Development Director stated that it is his understanding that Little Canada will be part of a service area that could include some locations outside the border of Little Canada proper. Mayor Fischer commented that one of the biggest concerns he receives from seniors is the lack of transportation services, and he will support the expansion of transit options for residents. Schwalbach asked if there is any downside to this or whether any cities have denied the request. The Community Development Director stated that he is not aware of any downsides or communities that have declined the service. He explained that it is a smaller bus that provides local service to residents at a lower fare than other similar services like Uber or Lyft. Mayor Fischer recognized the great service this would provide to residents with mobility challenges. Schwalbach introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2026-6-85 — RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT• - RANSIrS REGIONAL SOLICITATION•• , • •R METRO MICRO TRANSIT SERVICE The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Miller. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. RESCIND AWARDED CONTRACT AND AWARD NEW CONTRACT TO THOMAS AND SONS CONSTRUCTION FOR THE RICE STREET SIDEWALK PROJECT The City Engineer stated that at the May 27, 2026, City Council meeting, a contract was awarded to Clark Companies. Since the award, Clark Companies notified City staff that it no longer has sufficient staffing capacity to complete the project and requested that the City proceed with another contractor. The City then contacted Thomas and Sons Construction, which confirmed it is willing to complete the project at its bid price from the May 19, 2026, bid opening. He reviewed the difference in the bid amounts and explained that in this scenario, the City has the ability to submit a claim against the Bid Bond submitted by Clark Companies. Staff will evaluate whether to submit a claim against the Bid Bond, noting that the maximum claim is capped at $27,500. He stated that Ramsey County has been informed of the change and recommended approval as presented. Kwapick asked for more information on the bid bond claim. The City Engineer stated that any revenue from that claim would be split with Ramsey County, just as the additional cost is shared with them. Mayor Fischer recognized that these are City dollars paid by the residents. He also recognized that Clark Companies had a major problem, but that has caused additional work for City staff and 0