08-08-06 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTTJS CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 9, 2006 PUBLIC The City Administrator reported that Dave Rustad has approached the WORKS City to determine if there was interest in purchasing his property for GARAGI; anew Public Works garage. The property has about 1.7 acres of usable property. The Public Works Superintendent reported that the 2000 Ortel report indicated that 2 acres would be needed for a viable siCe. The Superintendent felt the 1.7 acres would be adequate. The current Public Works garage site consists of about 1 usable acre. The City Administrator described the Rustad site and noted Chat there are two pole buildings on the property. One is in good condition and would likely be usable for cold storage. The other is in poor shape and would need to come down. Anew building could be constructed fronting along the Park Street side of the property. The property has access to both Park Street and County Road C. Access issues were discussed given the residential development on the east side of Park Street. The consensus was that while both access would be used, large vehicles coLrld utilize the County Road C access rather than Park Street. There would be storm water issues to address on the site. The Administrator estimated the acquisition cost at between $750,000 and $I million. However, Rustad was interested in a trade for the existing Public Works garage. The Administrator noted previous discussion about the redevelopment of this property in an efforC to upgrade the Country Drive property. He pointed out Animal Control's interest in this property which would involve a building upgrade and no outdoor storage issues. The idea has also been expressed about tearing down the building and and upgraded redevelopment of the site. The Administrator expressed concern about the future use of the existing Public Works garage in its present condition. Blesener felt staff should determine whether or not there is adequate usable area for Che Public Works operation. The Administrator estimated that Public Works would need a 10,000 to 12,000 square foot building. The Superintendent noted the use of the cold storage building would also free up the remaining usable property for outdoor storage needs. Blesener asked about other potential Public Works garage locations. It was noted that the McGough property is no longer an option. Other properties to consider include: Schrier Property - 3.1 acres on South Owasso Blvd. Screening would be a challenge, and the Administrator indicated that there may be a higher use of this property. It is currently zoned I-P. Lunzer Property -Approximately 1.5 acres on Yorkton and Owasso Blvd. Currently zoned I-P.