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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION FEBRUARY 6, 2002 Mr. Keiser stated the bridge is manufactured and put together in a plant. It is pulled apart and then put together on site. The total time for the bridge assembly is one to two weeks. The Engineer stated they have not yet determined the specifics regarding the bridge construction. There are options to put the bridge into the ground that include augers. Construction will probably have to go down approximately 35 feet. City Engineer Powell stated staff does not consider this bridge the final design. Staff needs to know exactly what is being proposed before recommendations can be made. Councilmember O'Donnell asked if there are any other ways to access the island. The Engineer stated all options were explored. The only thin DNR would allow is a bridge at the shortest distance. He noted all construction will b :` . land areas only. Mayor Bergeson stated he believes the project should be e �� , feasible. The economic feasibility is mentioned in the PDO. The Engineer for the project stated he believes the p, ojcc is economically feasible. Mr. Vaughn stated he believes he will make ap:; ately $150,000 per house. Mr. Kirk Corson, resident of Lino Lakes, s « e ghbors are wondering about an EAW. He asked if an EAW should be ., ed by the City or by the neighbors. City Planner Smyser stated the EQ : ete "" r es who will be the governing body of the EAW. The City can decide on its o,M o ve an EAW as well as the applicant. Mr. Corson stated the neighb •od i opi theree will be a neighborhood meeting. � p City Planner Smyser . _ 11 make facilities available for a meeting but the developer should initia . as itate the meeting. Mr. Vaughn indicated a ne borhood meeting will be scheduled prior to Council action on February 25, 2002. This item will appear on the regular Council agenda Monday, February 25, 2002, 6:30 p.m. Mayor Bergeson called for a short break at 8:05 p.m. Mayor Bergeson reconvened the meeting at 8:20 p.m. 8