HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BPW-1994-02-02Cw BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
February 2, 1994
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PRESENT: Commissioners Brandford, Gerard, Reeves, Rusoff, Smith, Tripp, Mayor
Nichols, Superintendent Gray, and Assistant Superintendent Ferrel.
Commissioner Reeves chaired the meeting.
There were no additions to the agenda.
Deletions: Snow Removal Priorities
Suggested Changes in Snow Removal Ordinance
1. Request for Sunday Parking at the St James A.M.E. Zion Church
Mr. Evans Bailey was present to address the Board of the parking needs for the St. James
A.M.E. Zion Church located at 116 Cleveland Avenue. Mr. Bailey stated that the church
would like to have "No Parking" signs installed in front of the church to allow drop offs and
pick ups of church members. He explained that there are many elderly and handicapped
people that attend the church and find it difficult to park close to the church. Installation of
signs will allow them easier access to the church. Supt. Gray stated that he did not see a
problem with the request since most other churches have these areas. Asst. Supt. Ferrel told
the Board that he would be able to add the location to the priority list and the signs could be
installed soon after the snow melts. A resolution will be voted on at the next regular
meeting.
2. Parking Request for 4 - 2 Hour Parking Spaces at Farm and North Aurora Streets
Alderpersons Gray and Thorpe were present, both indicated that there is no opposition to the
request from the neighbors. Sarah Adams, of the Planning and Development Board, was
also present. Ms. Adams stated that the P &D Board did not feel it was a problem. It was
suggested that the spaces be posted as 2 hour parking 9:00 am until 5:00 pm, Monday
through Friday. The Board felt that this type of regulation would be easier to enforce.
Commissioner Brandford suggested that Dr. Gardner be consulted on the times for the 2 hour
parking. A resolution will be presented at the next regular meeting.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
February 2, 1994
3 Sidewalk Assessment - 112 West Marshall Street.
Sarah Adams and Vicky Romanoff, owners of 112 West Marshall Street, were present to
address the Board. Ms. Adams explained that in 1992, they hired F&J Masonry to do
sidewalk work along with other work on their property. They made a $500.00 down
payment for the work. The contractor completed the work although there were items of
dispute. Ms. Adams told the Board that there was some damage done during the work and
that the sidewalk thickness was questioned. Ms. Adams said that in 1993 they received a bill
from the City for the sidewalk work and did not understand why since they had hired the
contractor; the bill has since been added to the property taxes. Supt. Gray explained what
probably happened was the sidewalk inspector saw the walk was completed, had not issued a
permit for that address, therefore felt the walk was done under the sidewalk program.
Subsequently, the bill was issued and the city contractor was paid through the Capital
Project. Commissioner Reeves stated that she had spoken to Creig Hebdon, Junior Engineer,
and that he had determined the sidewalk was acceptable to city specifications and that upon
completion, was billed. The Board questioned what should be done about the down
payment. Commissioner Tripp suggested that Asst. City Attorney Kennedy be asked to
guide the Board. Should the $500 be retrieved from F&J Masonry and should the penalty on
the taxes be waived. A report from the Attorney's office and a resolution will be presented
at the next regular meeting.
4. 1994 Golf Course Rates
Steve Torrant, Golf Course Manager, was present to give the Board his recommended rates.
He explained that he added an additional 10% on the original proposal. He also showed the
Board what other local courses are charging. The proposed 1994 rates were lower than the
local courses. He then expressed his interest in installing a driving range. He explained that
it has potential to earn revenue. He then explained where it could be located and that the
work could be done in house. Commissioner Smith told the Board that this possibility would
be looked at closer by the new committee. A resolution accepting the proposed rates will be
voted on at the next regular meeting.
The Board went into Executive Session at 5:05 pm for an SJS Item until 5:50 pm.
The meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
Notes taken by:
Donna L. Payne
Administrative Secretary
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