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HomeMy WebLinkAboutgr000990_000040_pg133-15- ENGINEER BEARDEN'S REPORT - He stated that MSA funds can only be used for sidewalk construction if: 1. It is part of the contract that brings that particular road up to State goals and design standards. 2. If you add sidewalks onto a street right -of -way where the street is already up to their minimum standards. This eliminates putting sidewalks on County Rd. I because it is not up to their minimum standards. Eng. Bearden stated that unless the County plans to bring that road up to MSA standards, we can't put in sidewalks; and the County plans only to upgrade County roads where there are major problems. Major Johnson suggested a resolution asking the County to upgrade the street. Adm. Achen stated that was possible; however, MSA standards are fairly high and usually the residents of the area will fight it. Mayor Johnson suggested trying to get a petition. Adm. Achen suggested a public hearing on the matter. Councilman Shelquist asked if it would be totally paid for by the County. Adm. Achen responded it depends on where we fall on the priorities. Councilman Pickar stated the first step should be a public hearing. Adm. Achen noted that the County begins preparing its budget in June so now is the time to consider this. Mayor Johnson instructed the Administrator to pursue this further and report back. Eng. Bearden presented 1973 -4 Change Order #5 to provide utilities and surfacing of the cul -de -sac in the White Oak Estates Third Addition, in the amount of $18,293.59. MSP (Baumgartner - Pickar) to approve 1973 -4 Change Order #5 for an estimate of $18,293.59. 5 ayes ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Adm. Achen presented a petition for street lights on Ardan Ave. where it intersects with new streets. MSP (Hodges - Shelquist) to approve ordering the necessary street lights in the area of the new streets near Ardan Ave. 5 ayes Regarding selection of a city engineer, the Mayor authorized the Administrator to follow the proposed schedule of a special meeting May 6, 7:00 p.m. to review applications and a special meeting May 19, 7:00 p.m. to interview the three finalists. Adm. Achen stated that First State Bank of New Brighton had requested that Council pass a resolution implementing telephone transfer of funds. In the past payments of bonds have been made 45 -60 days ahead of due date and the city has lost considerable interest. This resolution would allow us to make the telephone transfer the day the bond is due.