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installation of automatic locks for the restroom doors at the concession stand building and restroom doors at the Park Center building. Further discussion: Chairperson Look asked if there were issues there with vandalism. Park Supervisor Riverblood responded vandalism was not a big problem, but people did not like returning the keys. He noted the locks had a panic bar on them so people could get out. Motion carried. V oting Yes: Chairperson Look, Councilmembers Wise and Elvig. Voting No: None. Case #2: Consider Parking Ramp Phase II Design Services Public Works Director Olson reviewed the staff report. Councilmember Wise asked once everything was approved, how long could they hold onto the grant money before it needed to be used. Public Works Director Olson responded they would be swapping with other projects that are more ready and those funds would be used when there was another project directly adjacent to the parking lot. Chairperson Look questioned the timing with respect to an RFP. He indicated he wanted to know they were not overpaying and getting a good deal. Public 'Works Director Olson responded he understood the desire that the City shop competitively and not overpay for the services received. He indicated he was surprised the amount was as low as it was and commented on the importance of consistency and continuity between the two phases. He indicated he understood the reasons for proceeding with an RFP, but because there was so much past history, he felt it was extremely important for a single designer to continue through the process. He indicated the timeline was relatively short and he wanted to move forward with this as quickly as possible, estimating it may take 5-6 weeks before a contract is awarded if the RFP process is followed. Councilmember Elvig responded in the past he had supported continuity, but his concern was in the timing. He noted there was a concept for a V A hospital with the possibility of a ramp. Public Works Director Olson stated the proposal was for the expansion on the 200 stalls and any modification to that would not necessarily mean they could not use the $3.5 million. Chairperson Look asked what other engineering firms could do this. Public Works Director Olson responded Knutson and Kimberly Horn could, but if the project goes out for an RFP, it would extend the timing and the figures would have to be made public. City Administrator Ulrich noted LSA Design's work could be integrated and they would be interested in submitting and RFP, but the question was whether this price would be worth the Finance Committee / September 8, 2009 Page 2 of 5