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• • COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 Mr. Wessel clarified that his reference to "Public Facilities" is the same as Mr. Ahrens' reference to "Civic Center Complex". He explained that for more than two years he has worked with Mr. Funkhauser who owns land the City has acquired in connection with the proposed facilities, and that he has been extremely cooperative. Mr. Funkhauser's first question was whether the City was interested in purchasing his land for development. Mr. Wessel told Mr. Funkhauser that it was not, but that there was interest on the part of the City in acquiring an easement across the property for such purposes as access to the project area and the emergency exit between the Police Station and Marshan Lake. Mr. Wessel indicated that he is currently negotiating with Mr. Funkhauser for such an easement. This is important from a development point of view to move on this feasibility report. Council Member Lyden moved to approve Resolution No. 97 - 91, as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 97 - 91 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 92, Order Preparation of Report on Improvements, Lilac Street Trunk Utility Extension (4/5ths Vote) - Mr. Ahrens explained that Staff is asking Council for authorization to prepare a feasibility study to investigate the extension of trunk utilities along Lilac Street that will serve Behm's Century Farms 4th, 5th and 6th additions and adjoining areas. The report will include cost estimates, preliminary assessment roll, and note any issues related to the extension of utilities. According to Mr. Ahrens, Lino Lakes City Charter requires Council to order by a 4/5ths vote the preparation of a report studying the proposed improvements. Staff recommended approval of Resolution No. 97 - 92. Council Member Kuether asked if the cost for this project was being picked up by the developer. Mr. Ahrens responded yes. Council Member Lyden asked if this is the addition using banked MUSA land, to which Mr. Ahrens responded yes. Council Member Bergeson asked how many acres would be involved. Council Member Kuether responded between 23 and 25 acres. Council Member Kuether moved to approve Resolution No. 97 - 92, as presented. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried with Council Member Lyden voting no. Resolution No. 97 - 92 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 93, Marshan Condominiums, Final Payment - Mr. Ahrens stated that the contractor for the Marshan Condominium street and utility improvements is requesting final payment on the contract in the amount of $25,757.49. The contract award amount was $564,368.40, and the final contract amount is $561,509.70 (which is $2,858.70 less than the amount at the time the contract was awarded). This small difference is due to actual materials used versus estimates during design of the project. The contractor has submitted the necessary forms indicating payment to subcontractors, as well as an affidavit of withholding. Acceptance of final payment by Council starts the one-year warranty period. Staff recommended approval of Resolution No. 97 - 93.