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COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 10, 1997 Mr. Schumacher explained as part of the goals for 1997, the Park and Recreation Board wishes to pursue a Bond Referendum as a response to the recent survey sent out to residents, and the 20/20 Vision Statements concerning parks and trail needs. He noted the Council did review these goals as part of the last work session. Mr. Schumacher reviewed the proposed cost of improvements and amount remaining in the dedicated park fund. He noted this request proposes the Council supports the investigation of a referendum but does not endorse a specific dollar amount or time schedule. Council Member Bergeson noted the discussion at the work session related to support of the concept for a referendum and he believes the requested support will allow staff to further research this option. Council Member Lyden moved to adopt Resolution No. 97 - 30. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 97- 30 can be found at the end of these minutes. ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT REPORT, DAVE AHRENS Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 25, Accept Bids and Award Construction Contract for the I-35W/Highway 49 Interchange Commercial Development Trunk Utilities - Mr. Schumacher reported sealed bids were received and opened on Tuesday, February 18, 1997, for the I-35W/Highway 49 Interchange Commercial Development Area Trunk Utility Improvements. Mr. Wessel noted the bids are under the engineer's estimate but planning and economic development issues need to be resolved prior to awarding bids. Therefore, staff recommends a postponement until March 24, 1997. Council Member Kuether moved to table consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 25 until March 24, 1997. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of an Antenna Lease Agreement for Water Tower No. 2, Sprint Communications - Mr. Schumacher advised Sprint Communications has submitted an Antenna Lease Agreement for the installation of antenna facilities on the City's new water storage tank located on the east side of the City. The proposed agreement between Sprint and the City is the same agreement that was recently approved for an antenna installation on the existing water storage tank near the correctional facility. Mr. Schumacher explained Sprint is proposing to lease space for the installation of up to three sectors of' four panel antennas at $12,000 per year. This amount will increase by the greater of 5% or the Consumer Price Index for the next twenty years. Mr. Schumacher noted the Council discussed, at the work session, the storage cabinets which are proposed to be installed inside the tower base. PAGE 5