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• • COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 28, 1996 watermain from the existing trunk watermain on Birch Street near Sherman Lake Road to the intersection of Cedar Street and Otter Lake Road (County Road No. 84) on the east side of1-35E. On April 22, 1996, the Council approved the plans and specifications and ordered the advertisement for bids. Eight (8) contractors submitted bids for the project. The bids were opened at 1:00 p.m. on May 22, 1996, at City Hall. All bids received were below the Engineer's Estimate with Richard Knutson, Inc. having the lowest bid. The Engineer's Estimate reflected an expectation that contract prices tend to rise as contractor's schedules get filled for the construction season which is already well underway. The number of bids received and the unit prices quoted indicate that the contractor's schedules are more open than is typical for this time of year. Mr. Ahrens stated that the low bidder, Richard Knutson, Inc., recently successfully completed the Country Lake Estates, Phase I, improvement project for the City of Lino Lakes. They have also successfully completed utility improvement projects locally which were much larger in scope than the Birch Street Trunk Watermain Improvements. Therefore, staff recommends the contract be awarded to Richard Knutson, Inc. Mr. Ahrens noted no delays are expected due to easement acquisition as none are proposed to be acquired for this project. The permit from the Minnesota Department of Health for this watermain extension has been approved. Council Member Kuether stated it was ironic that a company from Savage had the low bid and a company from Hugo had the high bid. Council Member Bergeson asked if the time constraints can be met. Mr. Ahrens indicated the time constraints will be met. Council Member Neal asked where Richard Knutson, Inc. is currently working. Mr. Ahrens stated they are working on the County Lakes Estate, Phase I. Council Member Neal moved to adopt Resolution No. 96 - 54, as presented. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 96 - 54 can be found at the end of these minutes. OLD BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS Consideration of Minutes of April 15, 1996, City Council Board of Review - Council Member Kuether moved to approve the City Council Board of Review, April 15, 1996, minutes, as presented. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried with Council Member Lyden abstaining. 13