Minutes - Public Works Committee - 10/15/2013

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Chairperson Backous asked staff to address the condition of high weeds on the corner lot. Public Works Superintendent Riemer stated that he will pass that address on to Code Enforcement for follow up. He reported the 11 -foot Class V path crossing at Alpine Street for the neighborhood from the north is now completed. He stated the project on Armstrong Boulevard from Alpine Drive to 161' Avenue is under review by Anoka County but they have not yet responded on the traffic light. Public Works Superintendent Riemer reported the final asphalt lifts in Ramsey Town Center 8 and 10 Addition are completed, the boulevards are being restored, and trees will be planted. Public Works Superintendent Riemer stated hydrant flushing will continue for the next two weeks. He stated they are low on staffing and interviewed possible seasonal workers and plow drivers that may be hired. City Engineer Westby stated staff notified the owner of the 9 Addition, but did not hear back. Public Works Superintendent Riemer reported on the type of comments he receives through the CRM system that are then followed up by staff. He stated the GPS systems will be moved into the plow trucks and he thinks efficiencies will be realized. Councilmember Kuzma asked if the system includes an application for a smart phone. • Public Works Superintendent Riemer stated that is not yet available but he does receive e- mailed notifications. 7. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Kuzma, seconded by Councilmember Riley to adjourn the Public Works Committee meeting. Motion carried. The regular meeting of the Public Works Committee adjourned at 8:01 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Grant Riemer Public Works Superintendent Drafted by Carla Wirth TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Public Works Committee / October 15, 2013 Page 4 of 4