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Andrew Cooper, Oertel Architects, stated that Oertel works almost exclusively with public works facilities, noting those facilities make up 95 percent of their work. He commented that the experience of Oertel has elevated the safety and design standards, in not only the Twin Cities area, but neighboring states as well. He stated that the experience of Oertel will help to provide Ramsey with its desired result. Motion by Councilmember Kuzma, seconded by Councilmember Heinrich, to authorize staff to enter into a contract with Oertel Architects for architectural/engineering services for the new Public Works Facility, in an amount not to exceed $585,491.20, subject to the review and approval of the contract by the City Attorney. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Acting Mayor Riley, Councilmembers Kuzma, Heinrich, Menth, Musgrove, and Specht. Voting No: None. Absent: Mayor LeTourneau. 7.03: Report from the Public Works Committee Meeting dated January 21, 2020: 1) Receive Overview of Framework for Water Efficiency Grant Program and Consider Recommending Adoption of Resolution #20-018 to Enter into Clean Water Fund Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council to Receive Grant Funds Councilmember Specht asked for clarification on the action requested tonight. City Engineer Westby reviewed the staff report and recommendation from the Public Works Committee to adopt Resolution #20-018 to enter into the Clean Water Fund Grant Agreement with the Metropolitan Council to Receive Grant Funds. Councilmember Specht asked if accepting the grant funds would come with any additional regulations or "strings attached". City Engineer Westby confirmed that the grant funds would not require any additional regulations. Councilmember Specht asked if the funds are awarded on a first come first serve basis. He also asked what would happen if the City was not to receive requests from residents in the amount of $28,000. City Engineer Westby confirmed that the funds are available on a first come, first serve basis. He stated that if the City does not use the entire $28,000, the remaining funds would need to be returned to the Metropolitan Council. He stated that if the City receives additional requests, it can submit an additional request to the Metropolitan Council. Councilmember Musgrove asked how many other cities were awarded funds. She also asked where residents can find information on how to apply. City Engineer Westby believed that 40 other cities were awarded funds. He noted that once the information is ready, it will be posted online and in the City newsletter. He advised that this would be a two-year program. City Council / February 11, 2020 Page 6 of 8