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February 24, 1975
Attorney Meyers' Report
Attorney Meyers reported that he had met with the police department last
week to review the new court system. It is a much more formal forum than
the justice of the peace system and our police have been informed of the
strict evidence procedures the court will use.
Condemnation hearings on 1973 -4 have been concluded. Commissioners
should file awards by February 27, 1975. Both property owners and the
City have a right to appeal these awards.
The Dailey Homes case is set for trial April 9, 1975 and the Red Oak
Estates case will be tried the first part of May.
Attorney Meyers recommended Council decide whether to abate the assess-
ments of approximately $16,000 on the new park site or to pay them in
annual installments. The Mayor directed the administrator to look into
this matter.
Chapter 424, 1974 legislature states 6% interest must be paid on water
meter deposits in excess of $20.00. Attorney Meyers suggested city code
be revised to require prepayment of water bills which would be exempt from
this interest requirement. Mayor Johnson directed the administrator to
prepare such an ordinance for Council consideration.
Engineer Bearden's Report
Engineer Bearden reported on the problem of liquidated damages against
H & S Asphalt, the contractor on Project 1972 -3. The City assessed damages
of $3587.22 for failure to meet specification deadlines. H E1 S Asphalt
concedes that liquidated damages are due but objects to this amount.
They are offering to accept $2400.00 in damages. Engineer Bearden recom-
mended the Council accept this offer.
MSP (dodges- Pickar) to accept recommendation of Engineer Bearden to with-
hold $2,400.00 liquidated damages against the H $ S Asphalt Company for
contract work on Project 1972 -3.
Engineer Bearden reported on a traffic control device inventory study
to determine whether there are any signs in the city that need repair,
replacement or relocation. The state will pay 100% of the inventory
study costs not to exceed $20 per mile. Mayor Johnson directed Engineer
Bearden to investigate whether state funds would be available to take the
necessary corrective measures after the study is completed.
Mayor Johnson acknowledged receipt of the Spring Lake Park, Blaine and
Mounds View Fire Department 1974 financial statement. He said the mayors
of Spring Lake Park and Blaine have requested a meeting to discuss fire
department operations.
Mayor Johnson reminded everyone of the Annual City Appreciation dinner
being held March 1st.
5 Ayes