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Resolution //98-11-272 agreeing to participate in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Program for 1999. Further discussion: Councilmember Haas Steffen noted that the City is currently ahead of the projections for affordable housing. Ms. Sherman stated that while this is correct, life-cycle housing is also part of the consideration. Councilmember Zimmerman noted that State legislation does not require the City to participate in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Program. Ms. Sherman stated this is correct, it is an option. Councilmember Zimmerman asked if the cities of Anoka and Andover are participating. Mayor Gamec stated Andover was not going to participate in 1997, but then decided to participate since they already meet the criteria and they would then be eligible for clean-up funds. Councilmember Haas Steffen estimated about 60% of Anoka is apartments and stated she can't imagine any reason they would choose not to participate. Councilmember Zimmerman advised that the City of Anoka was not a participant in 1996. Mayor Gamec commented on the misconception of some that this Program only relates to providing affordable housing. Ms. Sherman agreed there was a misconception. She reported that the affordable housing is $128,000 for a home ownership and rents of $760 per month or less. Councilmember Zimmerman stated if you take an adverse look it is almost certain that Ramsey will not receive much money from the Metropolitan Council. He stated his support to provide housing for moderate-income and low-income but indicated he does not believe Ramsey will receive these funds. Ms. Sherman pointed out that if the City does not participate, they will not even be eligible for making application. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Haas Steffen, Beahen, and Zimmerman. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember Beyer. Case #5: Award Contract for Improvement Project #98-21 (Section 28 Sewer and Water Extension) City Engineer Jankowski explained that Improvement Project #98-21 consists of the installation of approximately 1,000 feet of 27-inch trunk sanitary sewer, which will provide sewer service to Section 28. Included in this project will be the extension of sewer and water service to the Burger King restaurant site at the northwest comer of T.H. #10 and Ramsey Boulevard. This project will also include the construction of Jaspar Street between Sunwood Drive and 143rd Avenue and the reconstruction of 143rd Avenue as an urban section with curb, gutter, and storm sewer. Mr. Jankowski advised that 12 bids were received and the apparent low bidder is Kuechle Underground. He explained that while this firm has not worked for the City of Ramsey they have received a favorable report from the consulting engineer. Mr. Jankowski recommend approval contingent upon receipt of agency approvals and receiving necessary rights-of-entry from the adjacent property owners. Motion by Councilmember Beahen and seconded by Councilmember Haas Steffen to adopt Resolution #98-11-273 awarding the bid for Improvement Project #98-21 to Kuechle Underground the amount of $340,778.65, contingent upon receipt of agency approvals and obtaining necessary rights-of-entry for temporary easements. City Council/November 10, 1998 Page 8 of 14