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COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 23, 1995 Mr. Schumacher explained that a new dump truck to replace the 1980 dump truck was budgeted in 1995. The City has also bid this vehicle through the Hennepin County Purchasing Division. Two (2) bids were received by the Hennepin County Purchasing Division. The first bid is from Boyer Ford Truck, Inc. for $43,648.00 and the second bid is from Lakeland Ford Truck Sales for $43,241.00. Hennepin County Purchasing Division awarded the bid to Lakeland Ford Truck Sales. These bids are also about 10% to 15% higher than last year. These bids are for cab and chassis only. Bids for the dump box, snow plowing equipment and hydraulic equipment will be brought to the City Council at a later date. Council Member Elliott moved to approve the purchase of a dump truck cab and chassis from Lakeland Ford Truck Sale. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF THE YEAR END BUILDING REPORT, PETE KLUEGEL Mr. Kluegel explained that in 1994 building activity in Lino Lakes consisted of 566 total building permits for a valuation of$26,713,028.00. A total of 217 new homes including 20 townhouse units were constructed in 1994. This represents a decrease of 158 new homes from the previous year. The average construction cost of a single family dwelling was $11,253.00. Non-residential building consisted of the commercial construction of the U -DOR building for $168,000.00 which was completed in the Apollo Business Park. In addition, the Minnesota Correctional Facility remodeled and constructed additional projects which totaled $800,000.00. The Building Department has increased the plumbing and heating fees effective January 1, 1995. These fees compare favorably with surrounding communities. Handouts have been prepared for the public to better illustrate code requirements for decks, re - roof projects, guardrails and stairs. Building Department information for the public will be published in the City quarterly newsletter in the coming year. A joint powers agreement with White Bear Township for shared services on an as needed basis has been implemented for 1995. Mr. Kluegel anticipated construction activity in 1995 to equal that which was experienced by the City in 1994. Townhouse demand in Wenzel Farms and single family development in Pheasant Hills Preserve, Fifth and Sixth Additions, Fox Trace, Oaks of Lino, Pine Ridge, Second and Third Additions, Baldwin Lakes Estates, PAGE 12