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Motion by Councilmember Elvig, second by Councilmember Strommen, to ratify the recommendation of the Finance Committee and to authorize the hiring of LSA Design for completing the services necessary to complete the Phase I parking structure adjacent to the City Hall building within the Core area of Ramsey Town Center addition for an amount not to exceed $659,850. Further Discussion: Councilmember Zimmerman asked if the amount that would be received fi'om the Federal Transit Administration will need to be segregated. Assistant Public Works Director Olson replied a project memo has been put together for updating the Federal Transit Administration, and they will be well aware of any changes that are made to the project. There has been verbal indication that there is a good chance the City could receive more than the $416,000. This is not in writing, but staff expects to see something relatively soon. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Elvig, Strommen, Cook, Kurak, Pearson, and Zimmerman. Voting No: None. 3) Shortage on Water Billing Councihnember Elvig reported the Finance Committee discussed the shortage on the water billing. City Administrator Norman will get this process moving. Mayor Gamec indicated Larry Peterson contacted him regarding this issue. City Administrator Norman replied he will contact Mr. Peterson tomorrow. 4) Language regarding Park Funds Councilmember Elvig reported the Finance Committee directed Finance Officer Lund to add an agenda item to an upcoming Finance Committee meeting relating to the language for the Park Fund. Case #5: Consideration of Purchase of 160th Lane through the Kaas/Dusbabek Properties Assistant Community Development Director Trudgeon reviewed that the time of the plat approval for Trappers Ridge, the City granted permission for Mr. Bauer to construct a private driveway in what was believed to be the public right-of-way of 160th Lane NW. Staff allowed Mr. Bauer to remove trees for the driveway in January in preparation for construction of a house on the new lot. After the removal of trees, it was determined that when the land to the east of the Bauer property was subdivided in 1964, 160th Lane was not dedicated as a public road. It was found that although an easement for road purpose was created there was no indication that the easement was dedicated to the City. Staff has received both appraisals of the Dusbabek and Kaas properties as directed by the Council. At this point a decision needs to be made on how to settle this matter. Mr. Bauer and the Dusbabeks have requested a quick resolution. Mr. Bauer needs a decision by August 1st. He noted staff has broached the subject with Mr. Bauer about the City Council/July 27, 2004 Page 11 of 35