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Mounds View City Council January 13, 2025 <br />Regular Meeting Page 6 <br /> <br />looked forward to promoting the Tribute Park. He then introduced Chief Anthony Scavo to the <br />City Council, noting he serves as the Fire Relief Association President. <br /> <br />Chief Anthony Scavo introduced himself to the Council and thanked the City of Mounds View for <br />honoring first responders within the proposed Tribute Park. He explained the Fire Relief <br />Association would like to make a donation in the amount of $50,000 to the Tribute Park. A round <br />of applause was offered by all in attendance. <br /> <br />Mayor Lindstrom accepted the check on behalf of the City of Mounds View. <br /> <br />Karen Mills, Tribute Park Committee member, stated she has been working with the committee <br />for the past two years and she appreciated all of the efforts from the members. She appreciated <br />how the proposed park was designed with a focus on heart, safety and service. She was thankful <br />the park would be visible from Mounds View Boulevard and all who pass through the community <br />would be able to see it. <br /> <br />City Administrator Zikmund described the reform and safety measures that were now in place <br />along the pipeline due to the Office of Pipeline Safety. <br /> <br />Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson reviewed the costs for the park construction <br />noting the Public Works Department would be serving as the general contractor. He explained <br />staff reached out to a number of vendors to receive estimates. Staff estimated the total project costs <br />would be $258,160. He noted staff was working with some of the contractors in order to have costs <br />lowered. In addition, staff would be seeking grants to assist with offsetting costs. <br /> <br />Council Member Clark asked if the project had gone to bid. Public Works/Parks and Recreation <br />Director Peterson reported the Resolution before the Council would approve and finalize the <br />concept plans and allow staff to bid the project. <br /> <br />MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 10040, <br />Approving the Tribute Memorial Park Concept and Design Plans. <br /> <br />Council Member Clark noted she had forwarded several grant ideas on to staff. She indicated she <br />was excited about this project and hoped the City could find grants to assist with funding the <br />project. <br /> <br />Council Member Meehlhause thanked State Representative Kelly Moller and Ramsey County <br />Commissioner Tara Jebens-Singh for attending this meeting. He noted he was a member of the <br />2022 City Council that approved moving forward with a Tribute Park. He explained this was a <br />historic meeting for the Mounds View City Council. He commented on Council Member Bill <br />Bergeron proposal naming this a Tribute Park because it would recognize members of the military, <br />first responders and victims of the three tragedies in the community. He thanked the Spano family <br />for being in attendance and for their comments. He thanked Public Safety Commissioner Bob <br />Jacobsen for being in attendance at this meeting and for his dedicated service to the community. <br />He thanked Committee members for their time and efforts. Lastly, he thanked Public Works <br />Director Don Peterson for all efforts to make this park a reality.