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City Administrator Norman suggested approval of the Zeolite Street Bridge include a cost split between Ramsey Town Center, LLC and the City. He explained the completion of Phase II was not scheduled until 2007 and there will be an increase in cost associated with the box culvert to complete the bridge one year ahead of schedule. Councilmember Elvig expressed concern with the pace and the City overextending things. He noted the residential development appears to be doing well. He inquired if Ramsey Town Center, LLC is firm regarding the cost split on the bridge. City Administrator Norman replied John Feges indicated this is a reasonable request, but has not provided an answer at this time. Councilmember Elvig reiterated his concern in the City moving too far ahead of schedule. Assistant Public Works Director Olson suggested the action can be contingent upon the discussion with Ramsey Town Center, LLC regarding the cost split. Hakanson Anderson Associates could be authorized to proceed with everything other than the bridge design until the cost split is verified. Assistant Public Works Director Olson explained regarding when the bridge will be constructed, building the bridge and the roadwork all into one contract eliminates some companies from bidding because they cannot do bridge and roadwork. The City should still be paying the engineering costs during construction; the cost for the design of the bridge is estimated at $87,000. The conversation regarding the design cost will be initiated with the developer. Motion by Councilmember Elvig, seconded by Councilmember Cook, to approve the contract with Hakanson Anderson Associates, Inc. for Design and Construction administration services for Ramsey Town Center City Phase 2 Stage II & III improvements in the amount of $152,172 for Design Services and $134,302 for Engineering Costs During Construction, with approval of the Zeolite Street Bridge contingent on a cost split between Ramsey Town Center, LLC and the City. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Elvig, Cook, Olson, Pearson, and Strommen. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember Jeffrey. Case #9: Report from Personnel Committee 1) Consider Approving 2006-2007 Labor Agreement with LELS-Patrol Councilmember Cook stated on December 29, 2005, staff and LELS-Patrol reached tentative agreement on a two-year labor agreement. He reviewed the terms and conditions that have been tentatively agreed to. He advised staff and the Personnel Committee recommend approval of the 2006-2007 Labor Agreement with LELS-Patrol. Motion by Councilmember Cook, seconded by Councilmember Olson, to ratify the recommendation of the Personnel Committee in Case No. 1 and to adopt Resolution #06-01-036 City Council / January 24, 2006 Page 18 of 22