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COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 14, 1997 Council Member Bergeson moved to adopt Resolution No. 97 - 44. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 97 - 44 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 33, Order Preparation of Report on Improvements, Lakes Addition Street Reconstruction - Mr. Ahrens stated this resolution orders the preparation of a feasibility study to investigate the reconstruction of the streets in the Lakes Addition area. The study will consider utility concerns, wetland impacts, road section and other issues related to reconstructing the streets. Since this project relies heavily on the City Charter, public informational meetings are planned to educate people on the Charter and the public improvement process. Mr. Ahrens stated pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and the Lino Lakes Charter, Council is required to order the preparation of a report studying the proposed improvements. Council Member Bergeson asked what the estimated cost of the feasibility study would be. Mr. Ahrens replied approximately $20,000. Mr. Schumacher noted the City Council did request the Charter Commission to submit a letter indicating their support of this project. He read the letter received from the Charter which indicated the Charter's support for this project. Council Member Bergeson indicated appreciation to the Charter Commission for re -addressing this issue for the Council. Council Member Kuether moved to adopt Resolution No. 97 - 33. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 97 - 33 can be found at the end of these minutes. CONSIDERATION OF AND APPROVAL OF TRANSFER AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT, FRIENDS OF THE PARK FOUNDATION, RANDY SCHUMACHER Mr. Schumacher stated the Council will need to approve the Transfer and Indemnification Agreement in order to accept a donation of equipment from the Friends of the Lino Parks Foundation. The playground equipment listed in the agreement will be installed in Birchwood Acres Park. The City has inspected the equipment and by the signing of the document, the City agrees to accept all responsibility for the equipment. Mr. Schumacher stated the City's Attorney, Mr. Bill Hawkins, has reviewed the document and recommends approval. Mr. Schumacher expressed appreciation to the Friends of the Lino Parks Foundation as they are a new organization and they have been very successful. PAGE 10