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• • COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 27, 1997 projects. He reported the Selection Committee recommends the Council authorize staff and the City Attorney to begin negotiations on a contract with Leonard Parker, with a goal of executing the contract by the June 9, 1997, Council meeting. Council Member Lyden moved to authorize staff and the City Attorney to enter into negotiations for a contract with Leonard Parker Associates for the construction of the Lino Lakes Police Station. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of a Real Estate Lease for the Early Childhood Family Education Center - Mr. Wessel explained the Centennial School District wishes to locate its new Early Childhood Family Education Center in the Village in Lino Lakes. The School District is planning a 12,000 square foot facility as part of a complex of public buildings on the City -owned property. He noted the City has indicated its intent to Superintendent John McClellan that it will build the building and lease it to the School District at a rate in the range of $10 per square foot for ten years, with adjustments for inflation. At the end of the term, the City and School District can determine whether the School District's lease will be renewed, or if the facility will be used for police or City Hall expansion. Mr. Wessel recommended the Council direct staff to proceed with negotiations with the School District to build or lease a facility for a Centennial Early Childhood Family Education Center on City -owned land in the Village. Mr. Schumacher advised that, in the past, the City has shared facilities with the School District. Staff has met several times with Superintendent McClellan to better understand their timelines and intent. He stated this arrangement will be a win-win situation for the City, its residents, and the School District. Council Member Lyden inquired regarding the renewal option in the agreement and suggested something be outlined in the agreement that the primary authority will be the City. Mr. Wessel agreed this is a good suggestion and will be incorporated into the lease. Council Member Kuether questioned the rent rate. Mr. Wessel explained they need to settle the budget for the facility but he believes the estimate of a rate in the range of $10 per square foot is within the range of the construction costs for the facility. It was noted this facility will pay for itself over a period of ten years. Council Member Bergeson asked if the costs would be bonded or existing funds used. Mr. Schumacher stated this is a bondable project but it will depend on other improvement projects already undertaken by the City. Council Member Kuether suggested this be looked at before further negotiations with the School District. Mr. Schumacher explained consideration tonight is to authorize staff to proceed with School District negotiations. Once staff has an agreement. it will be discussed with the Council. 1'.A(ill 6