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Council then returned to item 12 on the agenda, proposed contract
with Midwest Planning & Research. David Licht appeared for Midwest
Planning and stated that a contract had been submitted. He
submitted a letter indicating that he would be the principal in
charge of any work done, assisted by Barbara Senness and Mark
Johnson. Mayor Johnson stated that the problem we are looking
at right now is the new bowling alley that is proposed. Mr.
Licht stated that they would approach the problem through working
with the staff, develop some alternatives and these can be
critiqued. There is evidence that you do need professional help.
Councilman Shelquist stated that we saw a new face every month
for two years when Midwest Planning was working with the Planning
Commission. Are you still experiencing a turnover? Mr. Licht
responded that the administration of Midwest Planning has changed
totally. When I commit myself you will see me. They have a
total staff of 25 now, with Mr. Licht in charge. Now there is
continuity. Councilman Baumgartner inquired about the 15 a mile
rate. Mr. Licht replied that 20c a mile is what we charge and
that is what it costs to operate. All communities pay 20
that they work with now.
MSP ( Shelquist- Hodges) to authorize the mayor and administrator
to execute the contract with Midwest Planning and Research with
the mileage set at 15 per mile. 5 ayes
Mayor Johnson directed the administrator to write a letter to Mr.
Licht informing him that he is not to commence any work or incur
any charges whatsoever on behalf of the city unless it is directed
through the administrator.
Councilman Hodges had no report.
COUNCILMAN BAUMGARTNER'S REPORT:
Councilman Baumgartner stated that in the minutes of the Parks
and Recreation Commission there is a motion to approve a 5 -year
capital improvement plan for Mounds View Parks & Recreation.
Further, Doug Bryant presented a proposed trail system policy
to the Planning Commission; if storm water system coincides with
the trail system, they can be utilitized compatibly.
MSP (Baumgartner- Johnson) that where artificial channels must be
constructed to augment the natural drainage system, such channels
as well as the natural drainage ways may be planned as part of
a recreational trail system. Channels shall be designed to be
aesthetically compatible for recreational trail use. 5 ayes
MSP (Baumgartner - Hodges) that we accept the recommendations of the
Parksand Recreation Department and accept cash park and playground
dedications from Robert Waste, Schluter - Brogger, Lloyd Bardwell
and August Spitzer. 5 ayes