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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BPW-1994-08-03BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE August 3, 1994 N TES PRESENT: Commissioners Gerard (arrived at 4:45), Reeves, Rusoff, Seligmann, Tripp, Mayor Nichols, Alderperson Johnson and Assistant Superintendents Ferrel and Fabbronl. Commissioner Reeves chaired the meeting. There were no additions or deletions from the agenda. Agenda Correction: Item No. 4 - Residents requested "Stop` signs not bollards on Cemetery Road. Rev. Jones of the Refuge Temple of Jesus Christ was present to address the board concerning the use of the small pavilion at Stewart Park. He explained that four churches would be gathering for a revival for five nights and are requesting that the fee be reduced since they are unable to afford the established daily fee. The board was uncertain whether this type of request was granted in the past and felt they would set a precedent by allowing the reduction. Comm. Seligmann questioned if waiving fees for churches is ethical. The board agreed the Attorney's office should review the Item. Comm. Tripp questioned why the churches couldn't use the pavilion without exclusive use. Rev. Jones explained that they did not want other groups using the pavilion to feel uncomfortable since there will be preaching and singing at the revival. The board agreed to have the Attorney's Office review the matter before making a final decision. This Item will be voted on at the next regular meeting. 3 Request from Hanger Theatre for use of Cass Park Board had Power to Act 15. CREEKS. BRIDGES AND PARKS - COMMISSIONER GERARD. By: Commissioner Rusoff, Seconded by: Commissioner Tripp A. Request for Use of Cass Park for Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides. WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works has received a request from the Hangar Theatre to allow tethered hot air balloon rides at Cass Park across the road from the Hangar Theatre, and WHEREAS, the event is part of their fundraiser and will be held on August 15, 1994 at 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm; now, therefore, be it BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING August 3, 1994 RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works grants permission to the Hangar Theatre to use the area at Cass Park across the road from the theater for tethered hot air balloon rides, and, be it further RESOLVED, That subject to the approval of the City Attorney, the board authorizes the Mayor to enter into an agreement which includes the usual terms and conditions. Discussion followed concerning the lack of adequate insurance that was provided to the city. The Attorney's Office has indicated that the Hangar Theatre can use their insurance along with the owner of the balloon to provide adequate insurance. A vote resulted as follows: Carried Unanimously Andy Ruina was present to represent RIBs. He requested that the board allow RIBS to use the entire building which they currently occupy. They currently use 1 ow square feet of the building and need an additional 800 to 1,000 feet. The added space is needed in order to organize their Inventory which is being stored In piles. Asst. Supt. Fabbroni stated that the building is being shared by the Water and Sewer Division. They house a piece of equipment which, in the winter, must remain inside r in a heated area. Mayor Nichols noted that the Water and Sewer Division have already given up a large area to the drop off center and that space is becoming limited. Asst. Supt. Fabbroni suggested that the overstock of bikes be stored outside in a fenced in area. The board agreed that they could allow this type of arrangement and requested staff to work with RIBs to establish an area that could be used. A resolution will be presented at the next meeting denying the request for additional use of the old sludge drier building. Alderperson John Schroeder was present to address the board with resident's ce. concerns of traffic on Cemetery Road. Dbn, Frederickson, 205 DeWitt Place and Geoffrey Brown, 206 DeWitt Place were also present. The residents are concerned with the speed of vehicles and the added problem of limited site distance on Cemetery Road at DeWitt Place. They are worried that an accident will occur involving children or other pedestrians. Alderperson Schroeder explained that the residents use the Page . 2 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING August 3, 1994 road for short cuts to Cornell and relied on the road after last season's snow storms because e plowed before a l st Nichols commented he felt the road not used aahro gh street since it was not designed or meant to be a public city street. The road was meant for people wishing to view the cemetery. Comm. Seligmann stated that he believes posting the other regulatory accomplish signs would probably not be enforced. Comm. Rusoff suggested he installation of a warning sign that a hazardous intersection exists. Alderperson Johnson suggested that the board not do anything permanent until a traffic engineer is on staff and able to make a recommendation. Comm. Tripp suggested that a resolution be presented to the board requesting staff to install warning signs and to further review the situation for a more permanent solution. 5. Nelahborhood Plantings at City Cemetery. Alderperson Schroeder was present to address the board. He explained that residents near the City Cemetery wanted to participate in the Neighborhood Planting program. The board felt that the area requested is appropriate and that the residents should contact the City Forester in order to meet the rules of the program. A resolution will be presented at the next regular meeting directing the residents to contact the City Forester. 1 East Gateway Improvements Alderperson Schroeder was present to address the board. He told the board that he would like them to endorse the East Gateway Improvements which is being reviewed by the Capital Project Review Committee. He explained the project to he board. It would include improvements to the Tuning Fork as well as the Aurora and State Street intersection. The project was designed with hopes of adding a Six Mile Creek walkway within a few years. The consensus of the board was that the improvements to the Aurora and State Street intersection are needed, as well as the Tuning Fork exens of the thepwalkwayhwas onot warranted attdthis time• Alderperson Schroeder stated that he would relay the board's comments to the CP Review Committee. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. Notes taken by: Donna L. Payne Administrative Secretary Page - 3