HomeMy WebLinkAboutgr000990_000040_pg152May 24, 1976 Page 7
Councilman Baumgartner stated that there seems to be a question
as to who made the decision. The state building inspector said
that it was his professional opinion the roof would not hold
the storage, but would not put that in writing.
Councilman Shelquist stated that the design of the structure
was not changed to accommodate both the water and the snow load
so the state inspector turned it down. Was any action taken to
redesign? Mr. Boever stated that there were a number of meetings.
Mr. Frisch said that is the problem that he is pointing out.
It is extremely difficult to pinpoint who instigated what changes.
There are so many areas of conflict. He would like to be able
to respond to this report but cannot do it this evening.
Councilman Shelquist asked him if he was authorized by Paster
to report for them and to respond. Mr. Frisch stated that is
what he said two weeks ago and that is what he means tonight.
Jerome Casey, 7750 Greenwood Drive, asked if he could get a copy
of the report, was told yes, and then asked Mr. Frisch how long
he has been retained by Paster Enterprises?
Mr. Frisch replied for a number of years but in this matter
about a month and a half. Mr. Case then asked him if he was
aware last year that there were problems in Mounds View with
regard to the water situation. Mr. Frisch stated "sure."
Resident of 7745 Eastwood asked Mr. Frisch why he did not get
the report since everyone else is prepared. The administrator
stated that the report was not received by the city until Friday
afternoon, and Mr. Frisch was notified by phone about 3 P.M.
She then stated that he could have had it Friday and all weekend
but he didn't bother to obtain a copy until just before this
hearing started. The Mayor agreed.
Mr. Frisch stated that he wants his own engineer to evaluate
this. He couldn't get anyone to the city hall at 3:00 on Friday.
He expects to act on it promptly, but he cannot respond to it
this evening. Mayor Johnson stated that there have been a lot
of comments made about seeking redress in the courts of law.
Are you going to pay for any of this? Mr. Frisch stated it
depends on what the costs are. Mayor Johnson noted that Mr.
Frisch indicated he was going to have a court of law decide, so
Council might as well act on it now.
Mr. Frisch stated that is up to Council. I am suggesting that,
if I can take this back, everything may be worked out. Mayor
Johnson asked him what kind of commitment he would make tonight,
and Mr. Frisch replied that he will be back to the city within
a week with a response of what my clients will do. The developer
will act within the confines of the law.