Minutes - Public Works Committee - 05/17/2005

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Mr. Putnam stated MnDDT standards are often cited when discussing construction techniques and standards, but he would hesitate to refer to them as an industry-wide or profession-wide standard. They work in many cities throughout many states, and every city has different standards. . Chairperson Elvig noted the City is not asking the developer to replace all of the sidewalks. He does not see this as a money issue, but more of a defense mechanism. If the City is going to release the developer on their warranty they may need the $38,000 escrow for repairs atthe City standard. He asked when the escrow would be returned to the developer. Public Works Director Kapler replied staff is proposing to hold onto the escrow. This is substandard work that did not meet the City's specifications and it is expected the sidewalks will break. Staff recommends holding onto the escrow and using it as repairs are needed. Councilmember Olson asked who will do the repair work if the City retains the escrow money. City Engineer Jankowski replied staff would obtain quotes and retain a contractor to have the work done. Motion by Mayor Gamec, seconded by Chairperson Elvig, to require that Royal Oaks Realty complete repairs on the sidewalks recommended by staff at the 4-inch level, with driveway sidewalks that are replaced to be done at the 6-inch level, to be completed by August 1,2005. The City will retain the $38,000 escrow money until one year after the completion of these projects ifthe inspection is satisfactory. Further discussion: Mr. Black stated there was a comment made previously about other issues with this development. If there are any issues he would like to hear them. Councilmember Olson stated the only reason she is not in agreement with this motion is that she does not like the idea of the City taking on the responsibility beyond one year of replacing a substandard sidewalk. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Elvig and Mayor Gamec. Voting No: Councilmember Olson. Absent: Councilmember Cook. Chairperson Elvig informed the developer that this issue will go before the Council for ratification at the first Council meeting in June. Case #4: Consider Traffic Control Signal Agreement with MnDOT for Signal at TH 47 and Xkimo Street City Engineer Jankowski explained all ofthe City's seven traffic signals are maintained through a joint powers agreement with MnDOT and in some cases with Anoka County and the City of Anoka. The TH 47 project will include some modifications of the signals along TH 47, and MnDOT is requesting that the signal agreements for these affected signals be updated. The proposed agreement has been drafted to include all of the traffic signals which will be Public Works Committee/May 17,2005 Page 9 of 12