Minutes - Public Works Committee - 02/19/2019

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currently assessing the scope of the remaining work and will be prepared to discuss this in more detail at the March meeting, along with the Part 1 amendments. An overall update on the remaining process, timelines, and estimated costs required to complete the Part 2 amendments will be provided in order to meet the October 6, 2019 deadline. Councilmember Kuzma asked for details on the budget for the consultant. City Engineer Westby replied that the consultant would be funded using the Water Enterprise Fund. He also explained why the plan needs to be updated. 6.02: Staff Updates on Improvement Projects and Items of Interest City Engineer Westby provided an update on City improvement projects focusing on the Anoka County roundabout planned for Armstrong Boulevard/CSAH 83 and Alpine Drive, including details on the funding and proposed timeline. He stated that staff will continue to listen for updates on the MnDOT Ferry Street/Trunk Highway 47 grade separation. He also noted that the th City Council is scheduled to consider a topsoil ordinance amended on February 26 and provided a summary of the proposed changes. He noted that both the Environmental Policy Board and Planning Commission have reviewed the topic and support amending the ordinance. Councilmember Kuzma asked if there will be flexibility within the ordinance that would allow staff to recommend a stronger topsoil in certain areas upon staff inspection. City Engineer Westby stated that the ordinance would define topsoil. He noted that under that scenario there would need to be two separate definitions and he did not feel that would be necessary. Parks & Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood explained that the ordinance also identifies for alternative landscape areas. Councilmember Shryock stated that certain areas of the City are more sand or clay based and asked if the standard would be appropriate in both areas. City Engineer Westby explained that it would be difficult to define a geographic area for topsoil. He stated that the topsoil definition should be adequate for establishing and maintaining vegetation. Councilmember Shryock stated that during the education campaign, it should be remembered that not all residents have the smart technology because of acreage and therefore multiple approaches should be included. 7. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Shryock, seconded by Councilmember Kuzma, to adjourn the Public Works Committee meeting. Public Works Committee / February 19, 2018 Page 3 of 4