Minutes - Public Works Committee - 07/16/2013

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Chairperson Backous asked if there is a lower cost alternative that would still be safe. Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverdale stated such a play structure may not be constructed to withstand years of use. In addition, it would trigger the need for a resilient surface underneath, meeting ADA, and a path with connection to the street. Councilmember Riley asked if the City is exempt from mowing requirements placed on residents. Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood stated staff discussed how to apply long grass code requirements to the City and it was found to be easier to mow occasionally than to continually get calls of complaint. Chairperson Backous stated there had been significant pressure and direction to staff to stop mowing this type of low use park, which he had not supported. Councilmember Kuzma stated he would also like the grass within roundabouts to be kept at a reasonable height. Riverblood responded that it had been mowed today, and will continue to be mowed. The consensus of the Public Works Committee was to recommend that the City Council direct staff to mow the front portions of Shawn Acres Park on as as- needed basis. The Public Works Committee discussed the turf along Dysprosium Street. Public Works Superintendent Riemer stated the area will be sodded late summer /early fall and watered until winter freeze. Public Works Superintendent Riemer stated staff talked with Anoka County about the 161S and Armstrong crosswalk and asked Anoka County to cover the cost of the crosswalk lights. Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood described the community garden at Tower 1 and encouraged Members to visit that site. 7. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Kuzma, seconded by Councilmember Riley, to adjourn the Public Works Committee meeting. Motion carried. Public Works Committee / July 16, 2013 Page 8 of 9