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COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 service prior to opening in October. It was originally planned that the utility work would be incorporated into the Otter Lake Road realignment project. However, due to design delays, it is apparent that this will not occur in a timely manner. It is not possible at this time to bid this work separately and meet the October deadline. The utility work can be completed in time by executing a change order to an existing City contract. Staff recommends approval of Resolution No. 97 - 89. Mayor Landers asked if extending sewer and water would require tearing out present blacktop. Mr. Ahrens explained that a portion of the blacktop would be reworked. Council Member Lyden asked when this project is to be completed. Mr. Ahrens explained that it is scheduled to be completed by Labor Day, and thus will not interfere with school traffic. Council Member Bergeson moved to approve Resolution No. 97 - 89, as presented. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 97 - 89 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 90, Apollo Drive, Phase #3, Order Preparation of Report on Improvement (4/5ths Vote) - Mr. Ahrens stated that Staff is asking Council for authorization to prepare a feasibility study to investigate the construction of Apollo Drive, Phase 3 from Lilac Street to Lake Drive. The report will include property acquisition, cost estimates, preliminary assessment roll, and proposed road section. This segment of road will complete Apollo Drive from Sunset Road to Lake Drive, as originally planned by the City and County. A 4/5ths vote is required to order this study as both Charter and Charter -exempt properties are present within the preliminary alignment. Staff recommended approval of Resolution No. 97 - 90. Mr. Ahrens added that completion of this project is essential in order to improve current traffic problems in this area. Council Member Kuether moved to approve Resolution No. 97 - 90, as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 97 - 90 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 91, Order Preparation of Report on Improvements, Town Center Parkway Street Improvements - Mr. Ahrens explained that Staff is asking Council for authorization to prepare a feasibility study to investigate the extension of Town Center Parkway from Village Drive to the proposed Civic Center complex, as well as utility improvements. The report will include cost estimates, preliminary assessment roll, and proposed road segment. This segment of road is necessary to provide access to the Civic Center complex including the future police station, Early Childhood Learning Center, and City Hall. According to Mr. Ahrens, the subject property is within the Charter -exempt portion of the City; therefore, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, Council is required to order the preparation of a report studying the proposed improvements. Staff recommended approval of Resolution No. 97 - 91. • •