Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 03/09/2000

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I I I I I I ! I I I I I I I I I i Councilmember Anderson commented that one thing which identifies a town is the shape and design of the water tower. She asked if the Council will have input on the design of the water tower. City Engineer Jankowski stated the issue of the logo to put on the water tower will need to be addressed and staff can provide input for the Council's consideration with regard to tower styles. He stated the consultant can provide pros and cons on different water tower styles. He explained that multi-leg tanks are economical for larger storage sized tanks and the two most likely tank styles with competitive bids are the spheroid (like the current tow~}) and hydropillar since they are the most economical for a 1.5 million gallon capacity. City Engineer Jankowski stated that the specification will be written so multiple styles can be bid but if the Council has a style preference it can be indicated in the specifications. He stated he will provide a report to the Public Works Committee or any interested Councilmember. Councilmember Connolly asked if the well is for current usage or anticipated MUSA expansion. She stated her concern is to not be paying for capacity that is not needed until the future. City Engineer Jankowski stated the City.. does not have firm well capacity or the ability to provide the maximum daily need with thC largest single source out of service so the City needs the capacity right now. Councilmember Hendriksen asked if the design process will be contingent upon a specific site, if a different location will materially impact the design, and when it will be built. City Engineer Jankowski stated that they have a site in mind and the height of the tower is an issue since it needs to match the height of the existing tower. The soils on the site and type of well foundation will be another issue. City Engineer Jankowski stated bids will be obtained this summer with the foundation constructed in the fall. Councilmember Hendriksen asked ifa 60-day delay will be an impact. City Engineer Jankowski stated the tower will not be in service until the fall of 2001 but the tower coating/painting has two favorable times of the year which is the spring and fall. Also, there is a backlog issue so the City has probably delayed on this decision longer than it should have. Councilmember Hendriksen stated he shares Councilmember Connolly's concem about approval of the City's Comprehensive Plan and the impact it might have on the need and location for this tower. He stated he would support the design, inspection, and repair to the existing tower but considering the comments about location specific, he wonders what will be done if the Metropolitan Council holds the City "hostage" and requires something the City may choose not to do to get a MUSA expansion. City Administrator Norman asked if this relates to MUSA. City Council/January 25, 2000 Page 23 of 35