Minutes - Public Works Committee - 05/19/2015

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Chairperson Riley pointed out the past minutes indicated the crosswalk at Hwy 47 and CSAH 5 is being studied. He questioned how long the study will take place. City Engineer Westby answered this has been a challenging process. There is now MnDOT direction. He explained last fall MnDOT wanted to review the area in the spring and look for gaps in the trail system and crosswalk areas. The "trail closed" sign was erected until such time as it would be studied in the spring. However, there is new staff in MnDOT and therefore, different ideas of what needs to be done. MnDOT would like to see a plan with certain constraints. Staff has had issues with the City's survey equipment and this has delayed the land survey and subsequently, a plan draft. If the equipment is not repaired this week, an outside company will be enlisted to conduct the survey. The plans can then be developed over the next two weeks and sent to MnDOT for further consideration. City Engineer Westby raised the issue of the potential ramp at Stoney River, and explained their contractor was going to build the ramp on the west side. Since the last discussion, there has been an agreement for the developer to provide a lump sum amount. Staff can add the curbing for the area as it is needed. Development Services Manager Gladhill stated staff has reached out to the developer to see if they would handle the landscaping. However, if the woods is not overhanging a trail, it is not a priority. He also noted there have been discussions with the developer regarding clean up of buckthorn and other brush. The developers have responded they did not have the funds to complete the clean up. City Administrator Ulrich advised the black mold on the bottom of the water tower on Dysprosium will begin to be cleaned in four to six weeks. It will be cleaned with biodegradable materials. This cleaning will be incorporated into regular maintenance from this point. Chairperson Riley questioned if some type of anti-mold substance will be applied. City Administrator Ulrich said the invoice stated there would be an anti fungal application. Chairperson Riley inquired if a drip edge would be needed to conduct long-term repair, and whether that is cost-prohibitive. Public Works Superintendent Riemer responded that would be expensive. He said that could be done if the entire tower was stripped for repainting, but that is not needed for many years. 7. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Johns, seconded by Councilmember Shryock to adjourn the Public Works Committee meeting. Motion carried. Public Works Committee/May 19, 2015 Page 7 of 8