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~ 117 4/14/69 t I ~ I I The Manager said would this mean the administration would be'precluded from bringing such a report? He indicated that his office had always worked with council members to provide whatever information they requested, and that generally there has been no problem. The Council indicated this motion did not preclude the manager from providing information and making reports relative to this or any other problem. 3. Bids, Hendricks Park Comfort Station - The staff recommended approval of Norm Green, low bidder and suggested that the additional cleanouts be installed at the request of the city at an additional cost of $15.00 each. Mrs. Hayward moved seconded by Mr. McDonald that the city accept the low bid with the conditions outlined above. Rollcall vote. All councilmen present voting aye, the motion carried. Other: ,_ Exception for manufacturing, N.E. corner Obie and West 11th (Mack Moore)- The Planning Commission on March 24 recommended an exception be granted for construction of a mortuary, stone monument facility and a new single family residence. They found that undue hardship would be created if Ii the property were denied its previous right. The approval with subject to dedication of additiona1;i right of way for Obie Street. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. McDonald to approve the requested exception as approved by the Planning Commission. Motion carried. Bids, Public Works Pro;ects - Opened April 1, 1969. Copies of a bid tabulation covering paving and sewer projects were previously distributed to council members. Public Works Department has report the ;bids are higher than expected from experience in previous years, and people should be heard as to whether they want to proceed. Public Works Director has recommended bids be awarded, subject to any discussion at public hearing. There have been no written protests. In each case, the award is to the lowest bidder. .:Mrs. Hayward moved seconded by Mr. McDonald that the contract be awarded to the low bidder in each of " these projects. 1. Broadview from Hawkins Boulevard to Sunrise Boulevard. In answer' to a question from Mr. McDon- ald the Director of Public Works said the high bid on Hawkins Boulevard was caused in some degree by the countour of the land, and that this is an exceptionally narrow street being constructed under a difficult situation, the street being only a block long. There were no protests from the audience. 2. 20th Avenue from Washington Street to Friendly Street - Public Works Director explained this is a one-sided sidewalk being assessed against each<.\side. When asked why the cost was so high, the Public Works Director said costs are up about 35%, 5% due to a city raise in engineering and administration charges, the rest an increase in bid. 3. Sanitary Sewer on Polk:" Street from Railroad Boulevard 300' north of Polk Court _ Mrs. J. Walsteen, 1270 East 22nd objected to this proposed sewer, saying the people had been given permission to connect to the sewer in 1914, and that there was no statement to the effect that this was a temporary order or permit, that would be rescinded in the future. She did not feel they should come back 30 or 40 years later to assess. Mrs. Hayward explained that it is the policy in the City to requi~e those who live within the City and have sewer service to pay the assessment for sewer services. Mrs. Walsteen assumed the assessment was paid when the old sewer was built. ~funager s?id this trunk sewer was built in 1913 and was not assessed to abutting property owners. He explained the method of granting permits for connection at that time. This project was initiated in 1966, but people in the area asked for further time to meet financial requirements. After sewer is installed, the Council will want to, ,at some future time, improve the street with paving and gutters. Dr. Purdy asked what condition the road will be in following installation of the sewer. He thinks the street will be pretty bad. Allen said they are attempting to locate along the edge. It will need some patching when the project is completed. In answer to a question from Mr. Mohr, the City Attorney said when the city has ,another sewer system installed, the city will give notice that the adjoining property owners must hook up to it and give them time within which to comply. The Public Works Director said that the City has taken the responsiblity to transfer those hooked to the 90' sewer to the new sanitary sewer. They will not make connections to properties not already hooked up. Mr. McDonald wanted people to know the city is not responsible for the conditions of the streets after the sewer is completed. A vote was taken on the motion as stated. Rollcall. All councilmen present voting aye, the motion carried. Waiver of Bidding, Manning Heights Subdivision - The Manager explained that the owner of the subdivision has requested award of this contract to Max Ansola. There is only one owner involved, and the staff recommends the contract be award to Max Ansola. Mrs. Hayward moved seconded by Mr. McDonald that the Council approve the waiver of bidding on paving for Manning Heights Subdivision. Motion carried. 4/14/69 - 12 ....