HomeMy WebLinkAboutgr00090_000045_pg190August 8, 1977 Page 10
Administrator Achen reported that there would be a farewell reception on August 23
for Dean Lund at the St. Paul Arts and Science Building.
Administrator Achen also reported that Blaine had awarded bids on the water project
and that they plan to start work on August 9. They plan to replace the culvert on
Lois Drive, which is presently 48 ", with one that is 72 ".
Administrator Achen reported that Phase II of the Metro Area Police Selection Standards
Study is up for review and that Ramsey County has not given its approval, basically
because the Board is controlled by the City of St. Paul, which does not want to get
involved in suburban issues. The study is a study of what standards are legitimate
under the equal employment opportunity and affirmative action guidelines, i.e., such
as specifications for height, weight, age, etc. The study is trying to develop model
standards that will meet federal regulations. Administrator Achen recommended that
the Council state its support of the study, and that several suburban communities were
going to be doing so, to show their interest even though Ramsey County is not approving
it.
MSP ( Pickar- Ziebarth) for the Council to voice its support of the Metro Area Management
Association Police Selection Standards Study and urge the Metro Council to approve the
federal funding application. 4 ayes
Administrator Achen stated that in reference to the issue of drainage, the Council
had decided to proceed with the drainage project at their last agenda session. He
recommended that the Council direct the Staff to have Short, Elliot and Associates
prepare a feasibility report, while at the same time the Staff will try to compile
financial figures and construction timing. Administrator Achen stated that it would
not be fair to stop development, yet it is also not fair to say tough luck to the
people who are already living in the area. He pointed out that the project could always
be backed out of. He recommended that the City take action to proceed and at least
attempt to approach the problem.
Attorney Meyers pointed out that the drainage problems are coming out now because all
the easy property in Mounds View has been developed already. He stated that the City
should have a clear cut plan for the storm sewer development that could be written into
contracts with developers, and that something must be done soon.
MSP (Ziebarth - Rowley) to direct the Staff to prepare a feasibility report for the
drainage project. 4 ayes
Engineer Hubbard reported that a feasibility report from Short, Elliot and Associates
would cost approximately $30,000.
Attorney Meyers stated that public hearings could be held after receiving the feasi-
bility report to let the public give their opinion. Engineer Hubbard recommended that
one flat assessment be made for the whole City.
Mayor Pickar asked how the feasibility report would be paid for. Administrator Achen
replied that it would involve borrowing money from another fund but that outside
funding would have to be sought.
Councilmember Ziebarth stated that he was worried about what other long -range projects
the City might have in mind or need within the next 10 to 15 years and that the
citizens might end up being unduly taxed.