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• • • COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 26, 1998 Mr. Ahrens noted that sealcoat projects typically do not receive a high number of bids. Allied Blacktop has submitted an excellent bid to the City for the involved work. Allied Blacktop has performed sealcoat projects for the City in the past and has completed the work satisfactorily. Mr. Ahrens explained that the project specifications state that the project must be complete (except for final street sweeping) by August 15, 1998. When the work is started the contractor must complete the project within seven (7) days. Council Member Neal asked why Lino Lakes Blacktop did not submit a bid. Mr. Ahrens did not know why they did not submit a bid. Mayor Sullivan suggested Council Member Neal speak to Lino Lakes Blacktop regarding bids for future projects. Council Member Bergeson moved to adopt Resolution No. 98 - 70, as presented. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 98 - 70 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 98 - 71, Approve Flashing Beacon Justification Report and Plans, Anoka County Hazard Elimination Safety Project at Main Street and Lake Drive - Mr. Ahrens explained that the Anoka County Highway Department is proposing to install a flashing beacon system at the intersection of Main Street and Lake Drive. Flashing beacon systems are installed to help identify hazardous locations and conditions, or draw attention to warning or regulatory signs. The four warrants to justify the installation of a flashing beacon include limited visibility, high accident rate, school crossing, and rural trunk highway intersections. The beacon system at Main Street and Lake Drive meets the high accident rate and school crossing warrants for installation. The proposed project will not require any roadway improvements at the intersection. Anoka County plans to install the system this summer upon approval by the City of Lino Lakes and Minnesota State Aid. Funding is provided by Anoka County for 100% of the project costs. Anoka County will provide ongoing maintenance of the beacon system. The City of Lino Lakes is responsible for electrical costs for the beacon and street lights and relamping the street lights. The estimated electrical cost to operate the beacon and lights is $750 per year. Staff recommended approval of Resolution No. 98 - 71. Mayor Sullivan asked if the flashing beacon system would involve the police department. Mr. Ahrens indicated it would not involve the police department. The flashing beacon system is a method to obtain more visibility to the four-way stop.