07/13/1998 Council Packet - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Search

BUDGET WORKSESSION AUGUST 8, 1996 Postage Meter - He also noted the plan to purchase a new postage meter. His research indicated that the new postage machine would pay for itself in two and one -half years. Mr. DeWolfe explained his plan to rewire the shop so that it would be independent of the city hall electrical wiring. Professional Services -This item includes septic system pumping and the carpet cleaning for all buildings. Contracted Services - This item includes nightly cleaning in all buildings. Mr. DeWolfe noted that the janitor service is placed out for bid every two (2) years. Additional Storage Building - Mr. DeWolfe explained the need for an additional storage building. He also explained the need for a salt- storage building. The legislature had mandated that all storage of salt -sand be enclosed and measures be taken to prevent the material from leaching into the ground. MnDot has asked that the mandate be lifted. The best site for a salt -sand storage building in Lino Lakes is in the area where there is sanitary sewer and municipal water service. Mr. DeWolfe added that the request for a salt -sand storage building also includes a request for a pad to mix the salt and the sand. Council Member Lyden asked if the salt -sand could be stored in another city. Council Member Kuether asked if two (2) or more cities could jointly construct a building. She said that it is hard to imagine that smaller cities could comply with this mandate. Mr. DeWolfe noted that the building floor and the mixing pad would be constructed using black top not concrete. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Mr. Ahrens explained a pavement management system. This system will take time to initiate as all city streets would be listed and rated as to their condition. In addition, a staff member will have to be trained to implement and manage the program. Council Member Lyden asked how many cities use this program. Mr. Ahrens said many cities have implemented a management system. It is a very useful tool in the budgeting process. This system does require specific computer software. Mr. DeWolfe explained that the City should have money budgeted for reconstruction of streets. He was aware of the restrictions of the City Charter. Council Member Lyden asked for more information on the software needed for the program. There was general discussion regarding how some streets would have to be reconstructed including the use of mesh in areas with poor soils. Mr. DeWolfe noted that when developers construct new streets to dedicate to the City, they are required to use mesh when constructing streets in poor soils. Elmcrest (24th Avenue) is a gravel street that requires a great deal of maintenance. Mr. DeWolfe explained that the Council should look at upgrading it. He has included in the budget the costs of increasing the amount of gravel on this street. PAGE 12