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Mounds View City Council April 25, 2005 Regular Meeting Page 12 with the signage issues right now. Mayor Marty reviewed the needs for the front entry facade stating that the vestibule entry area should be fixed. He agreed that they would have to make due with what they have and fix what has to be fixed. He stated that he does not see the Police Department entry or the bathrooms, as an option as they both have to be ADA Compliant. Public Works Director Lee reviewed the generator connection stating that it is a connection that runs cable from the generator and outfits the building to accept cable. The building is also being outfitted to use as an emergency facility if necessary and the generator would provide backup power to the building. Council Member Thomas asked if there are any tuck-pointing or fascia issues to be addressed on the front of the building. Ms. Schultz stated that there are no tuck-pointing or fascia issues to address. Mayor Marty asked if there is any way to fix the vestibule. Ms. Schultz stated no and explained that it is not insulated properly and does not have a barrier to the outside. She stated that this would be bid separately noting that one of the bigger concerns is the type of construction on the wall to the west side. She stated that some tests were done and it appears to be dry but needs to be watched over time. • Council Member Thomas referenced the roof and asked if there was any discussion regarding the pitch of the roof. Ms. Schultz stated that all roofs have pitches and flat roofs can work. She stated that there is a proposal to change this in phases and it is proposed along with the new HVAC systems. She explained that it would be a half-inch per foot noting that if they did a build up or membrane style it would be better than what they currently have. Council Member Thomas asked if it could go to two-inches per foot. Ms. Schultz confirmed that it could. She assured Council that they would try to get as much as possible without driving up the costs too much. Mayor Marty noted that a letter from S.E.H., dated March 23, 2005, references lump sum fees in the amount of $51,800 for the bidding document phase and asked if they have any idea or estimate as to what the reimbursements might be. Ms. Schultz stated that they could expect $6500.00 for this size project. Council Member Flaherty expressed concerns that they are working with estimated costs. He stated that he would prefer actual costs for the architecture or that it states `not to exceed'. He referenced the reimbursable expenses related to project, mileage and meals, stating that typically they do not receive reimbursement for meals and asked if this is common. He asked them to