Minutes - Public Works Committee - 04/20/2004

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Councilmember Cook made a friendly amendment to change the amendment to include present information in the ordinance regarding water conservation. Chairperson Zimmerman noted sprinklers are sometimes misdirected and spraying out into the street. ParkslUtilities Supervisor Riverblood noted the sprinklers do get out of adjustment. In the past the violation has been highlighted with a note to realign the sprinklers. He noted the plan review for commercial property has been modified to require the use of rain sensors, which only cost about sixty dollars. Motion carried. V oting Yes: Chairperson Zimmerman, Councilmembers Elvig and Cook. Voting No: None. Case #3: Review Construction Plans for Elmcrest Park Improvements Civil Engineer II Linton reviewed that Elmcrest Park is located in the northeast quadrant of the City. The fields and irrigation were installed several years ago. The play fields have been mowed and maintained since construction. The public has not had access to the park due to the lack of adequate parking facilities. Solicitation for design of the parking improvements was authorized in late 2003. Staff has been working with council members and the consultant to prepare construction plans. The plans provide 400 parking stalls spread around the perimeter of the playing fields, providing multiple "Choice parking" spots. Civil Engineer II Linton explained that a preliminary construction cost estimate was submitted in December 2003 and a revised cost estimate was submitted in April 2004. He reviewed the differences in the two cost estimates, with an estimate of $585,000 from December 2003 and an estimate of$901,120 in April 2004. He explained the major increase in the priceis due to the improved pavement section under the streets and the parking areas. The soils on the site are atypical for Ramsey and do require more than the standard pavement section. The streets and parking can be constructed without the sand and geotextile fabric; however, pavement life will be reduced. The engineers estimate includes 10% or $81,100 for contingencies. The latest estimate also includes extending the trail into the southeast comer of the park to connect to the trail along TH47. Civil Engineer II Linton reviewed the potential funding mechanisms. He indicated he met with Councilmember Elvig on Friday who requested an ala carte option for the project, which include the following: Phase 1 Main Driveway East Parking Area Trails (around parking and down to southeast comer Storm Sewer $90,000 120,000 125,000 90,000 Public Works Committee/April 20, 2004 Page 11 of 16