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Further discussion: Councilmember Elvig stated he is pleased about the quiet zone standards that will be in place on Armstrong Boulevard. Public Works Director Olson indicated there are four railroad crossings in the City of Ramsey; three are planned to meet quiet zone design standards. There have been discussions with property owners in the northern area, and there will likely be a request to add Alpine Drive, which will be the last remaining crossing, into the CIP. The challenge will be to find a funding source for these improvements. Motion carried. V oting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Pearson, Elvig, Cook, Olson, and Strommen. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember Jeffrey. Case #7: Approve Contract Amendment for Design of Armstrong Boulevard Improvements - Improvement Project #06-20 Public Works Director Olson indicated the Ramsey Town Center project requires improvement of the adjoining County highways. The City entered into a Joint Powers Agreement (JP A) with the County for these improvements, with the City being responsible for coordinating the design and construction of the work. The City requested a proposal for design services for the Armstrong Boulevard, Ramsey Boulevard and Sunfish Lake Boulevard improvements included in the Ramsey Town Center AUAR and Master Development Agreement from TKDA. The proposal was accepted at the June 8, 2004 Council meeting. The case included a note that the costs were for design services only and contract amendments would be required as each project got closer to bidding and construction. Mr. Olson stated the City has received a request for Amendment No. 1 for bidding and construction services on the Armstrong Boulevard Improvements. The project scope included in the JP A envisioned ending this project approximately 1,000 feet north of the Armstrong BoulevardlBunker Lake Intersection. The original agreement amount was $250,200. The scope of the project has been extended to end 1,000 feet north of the Alpine Drive/Bunker Lake Boulevard Intersection due to the Summerset Meadows and Ramsey Crossings projects. The change in scope has nearly doubled the length of the project. The requested increase in fees reflects the work required to change the scope of the project. The requested increase in fees is $146,677 bringing the amount of the contract to a not to exceed total of $396,877. Mr. Olson advised staff recommends approval of Contract Amendment No. 1 with TKDA for the Armstrong Boulevard Improvements, Improvement Project #06-20 in the amount of $146,677. Councilmember Cook stated at the last Public Works Committee meeting they discussed a pedestrian crossing on this particular project, and there was a possible tunnel for bike and pedestrian traffic included in the plans for Ramsey Crossings. He asked if this crossing has been able to be considered. Public Works Director Olson replied the crossing is not included in this project. He spoke with TKDA and there will be an add on that can be brought back on a future agenda. City Administrator Norman reported another piece of discussion similar to the crossing add on is the possibility of keeping the roadway open during this project construction. City Council / October 24,2006 Page 15 of 20