4.13.
CC Regular Session
- Meeting Date:
- 06/12/2012
- Submitted For:
- MaryJo Warner
- By:
- MaryJo Warner, Engineering/Public Works
Information
Title:
Report from Public Works meeting dated May 15, 2012.
Background:
The Public Works Committee held its regular meeting on May 15, 2012 and discussed the following seven cases:
Case #5.1: Consider Stormwater Improvements at 149th Lane - A Continuation of Discussion Related to 2011 Flooding Concerns
This is being presented as a separate case at tonight's meeting.
Case #5.2: Consider Stormwater Improvements at Rum River Hills Golf Course - A Continuation of Discussion Related to 2011 Flooding Concern
This is being presented as a separate case at tonight's meeting.
Case #5.3: Consider Stormwater Improvements at 148th Lane - A Continuation of Discussion Related to 2011 Flooding Concerns
This is being presented as a separate case at tonights meeting.
Case #5.4 Consider Installation of Stop Signs and an In-Street Pedestrian Crossing Sign Near 150th Lane NW and Ute Street
City Engineer Tim Himmer reviewed in the staff report that on April 3, 2012 staff received a petition signed by twelve property owners in the neighborhood near the intersection of 150th Lane NW and Ute Street NW. They are requesting the installation of stop signs at this intersection, consideration for the installation of an in street pedestrian crossing at the location of the existing City trail crossing on 150th Lane, and reduction of the speed limit on 150th Lane to 15mph.
Motion to recommend to the City Council to install pedestrian signage on either side of the existing trail crossing along 150th Lane to push them out far enough in advance to caution of pedestrian crossing ahead, and review the sight lines in the area at the approaches.
It was further discussed that the property owners could eliminate the concern associated with sight lines by voluntarily removing the existing trees within their properties that are causing the major concern.
Case #5.5: Discuss Trail Easement at 15620 Krypton Street NW
City Engineer Tim Himmer reviewed in the staff report that the prospective buyers of the property at 15620 Krypton Street are concerned about having a trail through the center of the backyard, and are requesting that the City relocate the trail into the easement along the common lot line along the east side of the property.
Staff reviewed the property files and discovered that this trail was intended for a dual purpose; a maintenance access to the City's sanitary sewer system, and a pedestrian trail connection.
City Engineer Himmer summarized three separate options, as summarized in a letter written by the prospective property buyer: purchase of the pedestrian trail easement at a reduced price now, do nothing and deal with it at a later date, or the City could come through and acquire the trail easement through eminent domain.
Motion to recommend to the City Council, that upon closing on the property, the City enter into an agreement with new homeowners whereby they would dedicate a 7.5' wide pedestrian trail easement along their easterly lot line in exchange for the City removing the existing bituminous trail that falls outside of this easement area and reestablishing the turf.
Case #5.6: Winter Maintenance Summary
Street Supervisor Riemer reviewed in the staff report a comparison between the last two seasons. The Committee wanted to discuss why the last snow event in 2012 took two days to clean up.
Staff explained one of the issues was periodically the tandems would get thrown across the road and it was characterized as wet concrete. There was also discussion of the equipment breakdown of a broken serpentine belt and a hydraulic hose rupture on separate trucks.
Street Supervisor Riemer gave a breakdown of the calls for the year as:
6-mailbox damage, 8-sod damage, 61 misc. calls.
No action taken, for discussion purposes.
Case #5:7: The Use of AVL System in Public Works
Public Works Street Supervisor Riemer explained the Automatic Vehicle Locater system and how it would be a benefit to the City and its residents. He reviewed the fleet management package that could come with it. The abbreviated costs are upfront costs for hardware and operator training for 15 snow removal vehicles at about $9112.00. The recurring monthly costs for the system is $259.60/month or $3,115.00/yr.
Motion to recommend to City Council to direct staff to continue to gather information and pricing for consideration in the 2013 budget.
Case #5.1: Consider Stormwater Improvements at 149th Lane - A Continuation of Discussion Related to 2011 Flooding Concerns
This is being presented as a separate case at tonight's meeting.
Case #5.2: Consider Stormwater Improvements at Rum River Hills Golf Course - A Continuation of Discussion Related to 2011 Flooding Concern
This is being presented as a separate case at tonight's meeting.
Case #5.3: Consider Stormwater Improvements at 148th Lane - A Continuation of Discussion Related to 2011 Flooding Concerns
This is being presented as a separate case at tonights meeting.
Case #5.4 Consider Installation of Stop Signs and an In-Street Pedestrian Crossing Sign Near 150th Lane NW and Ute Street
City Engineer Tim Himmer reviewed in the staff report that on April 3, 2012 staff received a petition signed by twelve property owners in the neighborhood near the intersection of 150th Lane NW and Ute Street NW. They are requesting the installation of stop signs at this intersection, consideration for the installation of an in street pedestrian crossing at the location of the existing City trail crossing on 150th Lane, and reduction of the speed limit on 150th Lane to 15mph.
Motion to recommend to the City Council to install pedestrian signage on either side of the existing trail crossing along 150th Lane to push them out far enough in advance to caution of pedestrian crossing ahead, and review the sight lines in the area at the approaches.
It was further discussed that the property owners could eliminate the concern associated with sight lines by voluntarily removing the existing trees within their properties that are causing the major concern.
Case #5.5: Discuss Trail Easement at 15620 Krypton Street NW
City Engineer Tim Himmer reviewed in the staff report that the prospective buyers of the property at 15620 Krypton Street are concerned about having a trail through the center of the backyard, and are requesting that the City relocate the trail into the easement along the common lot line along the east side of the property.
Staff reviewed the property files and discovered that this trail was intended for a dual purpose; a maintenance access to the City's sanitary sewer system, and a pedestrian trail connection.
City Engineer Himmer summarized three separate options, as summarized in a letter written by the prospective property buyer: purchase of the pedestrian trail easement at a reduced price now, do nothing and deal with it at a later date, or the City could come through and acquire the trail easement through eminent domain.
Motion to recommend to the City Council, that upon closing on the property, the City enter into an agreement with new homeowners whereby they would dedicate a 7.5' wide pedestrian trail easement along their easterly lot line in exchange for the City removing the existing bituminous trail that falls outside of this easement area and reestablishing the turf.
Case #5.6: Winter Maintenance Summary
Street Supervisor Riemer reviewed in the staff report a comparison between the last two seasons. The Committee wanted to discuss why the last snow event in 2012 took two days to clean up.
Staff explained one of the issues was periodically the tandems would get thrown across the road and it was characterized as wet concrete. There was also discussion of the equipment breakdown of a broken serpentine belt and a hydraulic hose rupture on separate trucks.
Street Supervisor Riemer gave a breakdown of the calls for the year as:
6-mailbox damage, 8-sod damage, 61 misc. calls.
No action taken, for discussion purposes.
Case #5:7: The Use of AVL System in Public Works
Public Works Street Supervisor Riemer explained the Automatic Vehicle Locater system and how it would be a benefit to the City and its residents. He reviewed the fleet management package that could come with it. The abbreviated costs are upfront costs for hardware and operator training for 15 snow removal vehicles at about $9112.00. The recurring monthly costs for the system is $259.60/month or $3,115.00/yr.
Motion to recommend to City Council to direct staff to continue to gather information and pricing for consideration in the 2013 budget.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends ratifying the recommendation of the Public Works Committee.
Council Action:
Motion to ratify the recommendation of the Public Works Committee.
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Kurt Ulrich | Kurt Ulrich | 06/07/2012 02:29 PM |
- Form Started By:
- MaryJo Warner
- Started On:
- 06/04/2012 01:44 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 06/07/2012