Minutes - Council - 10/16/2012 - Special

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City Administrator Ulrich reviewed the staff report and recommended location for the utility building on the south side without a vault. Chris Rasmussen, Kimley -Horn, provided an update on how this building could be relocated and the determination that the building would have to be 2 -4 feet lower than anticipated, requiring additional water proofing. Ms. Rasmussen described the location of existing utilities and the need to shore the north and south side of the building structure. Due to the challenges of this relocation and construction, the building is proposed to be located on the south side of the site. She displayed an artist rendition of the boiler plant with an arched roof to match the train station. City Administrator Ulrich stated the land was purchased through RALF so an easement will be needed from the Metropolitan Council. He noted this project is well within the budget and this proposal is lower in cost than the original proposal. Motion by Councilmember Elvig, seconded by Mayor Ramsey, to authorize staff to move the building to the south side of the tracks. Further Discussion: The Council discussed the proposed location and asked questions of staff. Ms. Rasmussen stated she will confirm that the proposed building location and area of refuge will not conflict with the future realignment of Highway 10. She reviewed the location of utilities and stated a contractor had estimated the cost to locate the building on the north side would be greater than $500,000, a significant increase due to timing of the year, location of utilities supply and return, potential need for directional boring, and a pump for the sanitary sewer and storm sewer if going below grade building. City Administrator Ulrich noted there is a detailed landscaping plan to assure appropriate screening and on the north side the City is not precluded from pursuing a building addition for a library kiosk, restrooms, trailhead, coffee shop, or other potential uses. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Ramsey, Councilmembers Elvig, Backous, McGlone, Strommen, Tossey, and Wise. Voting No: None. 5. MAYOR / COUNCIL / STAFF INPUT Councilmember McGlone reported on his conversation with Allen Young of Mid - America (property manager for Coborn's) who indicated they are thrilled with the project. Councilmember Wise reported that several ATVs were ticketed for speeding and it was then determined the ATVs were stolen. City Administrator Ulrich announced the train station ribbon cutting ceremony on November 8, 2012, and regular train service starting on November 14, 2012. Development Services Manager Gladhill reported there is an opening on the Metropolitan Council Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) with applications closing on November 9, 2012. City Council / October 16, 2012 Page 5 of 6