05-22-2023 Council Work Session Minutes

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COUNCIL MINUTES and whether or not this could be used rather than contracting for the project. Public Services Director Rick DeGardner stated that the machine would not be conducive to the sizable paving project contemplated under the proposed contract. Item 5B: Public Services Director Rick DeGardner briefly reviewed the recommendation to approve the contract with PlayPower LT Farmington, Inc. for the park in the Watermark development. Several community members were present and noted their support for the project but asked that further consideration be given to rubberized ground covering. The community members planned to further address Council at the regular meeting. Item 6A: Community Development Director Michael Grochala briefly discussed his staff report and noted that a purchase agreement has been reached with the property owners for the land to be used for the new water treatment plant. Items 6B: Community Development Director Michael Grochala highlighted the proposed ordinance amendment outlined in his staff report. He noted that the purpose of the amendment is to preserve water quality in the city by requiring storage requirements and standards for deicing materials. Councilmember Stoesz asked if there would be any costs to the city once the ordinance is implemented. Director Grochala stated that the city's supply of salt is already stored in accordance to the recommended methods so no expenses are anticipated. Item 6C: City Engineer Diane Hankee briefly highlighted her staff report and noted that approval of the resolution will result in additional designated miles of state aid roads which make the city eligible for more state funding. The Council Work Session ended at 6:18 PM. These minutes were considered and approved at the regular Council Meeting on May 22, 2023. ,..._ ___Ea.L.,,,..--___ --.,),( Jolleen Chaika, City Clerk 0.,f-4--)rafferty, Mayor