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Administrator Zyy.11a explained that there has been two meetings with the
Federal Civil Defense staff and that the City is requesting that the
federal government participate in the basement cost in the amount of
$53,240.00.
Mr. Gene Skiba, reporter for the New Brighton Bulletin, asked if library
space will be provided. The Administrator explained that he had spoken
to someone from the Library previously while the project was in preliminary
planning stages and that a follow -up contact will be made with library
personnel.
Nancy Burmeister, 7565 Knollwood Drive, asked what was the construction
schedule. Mr. Walijarvi explained that it takes three to four months for
plans, one month to bid, and approximately one month to get contracts signed
once they are awarded.
Mayor Neisen explained that the project is actually in three parts:
1. Construction of the new addition.
2. Remodeling of existing space at the City Hall.
3. Remodeling of the Public Works Building.
Mrs. Barbara Haake, 3024 County Road I, encouraged the Council to construct
the basement even if federal monies are not available.
MSP (Neisen - Baumgartner) To direct the architect to commence work on the
preparation of final plans and specifications for the purposes of soliciting
contractor bids. 5 Ayes
Robert Glazer asked since no bonds were to be sold for this project, whether
or not bonds will have to be sold for some other project in the near future.
Mayor Neisen answered that there are no plans for other bond issues at this
time. Councilman Baumgartner added that the City in determining their
priorities for capital improvements, had determined that this project was a
number one priority.
MSP (Baumgartner- Hodges) To adjourn at 7:29 P.M. 5 Ayes
espectfully Submitted,
Dennis S. Zylla,
Clerk- Administrator