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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—JULY 22, 2019 18 Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom indicated the Council could reject all the bids and have the project rebid this winter or early spring. He reported the only risk would be the bids could come back higher. Councilmember McClung commented if the bids were rejected and rebid this winter, he questioned what type of savings the City could expect. Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom stated this would be difficult for him to determine. He estimated the City may save 5%. However, he explained the demand for construction was growing in the region and this may keep construction costs climbing. Councilmember Holden commented on the condition of the Royal Hills tennis court and stated she wanted to see this project done. She did not like the idea of putting the tennis court off at Hazelnut in lieu of the parking lot. Councilmember Scott indicated he was not comfortable putting these projects ofas the bids may come back higher and the work needed on the courts could be more. Councilmember Holmes asked if these projects would be completed prior to winter Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom stated the City had issued some flexibility on the acrylic surface so that the contractor does not force the issue and create a poor product. He indicated the acrylic surface may be applied in the spring to ensure it was done correctly. He commented further on the work that would be completed at each of the three parks. Councilmember Holden questioned if the project should be bid in January since some of the work would already be completed in the spring. Mr. Foss explained Cummings Park would be completed this fall. Mayor Grant indicated the City could not separate the bid. Councilmember Holden asked if Hazelnut Park could be cracked sealed to hold the material together until it is resurfaced. Mr. Foss commented he could reach out to his geotechnical group, but noted this may be an option for a temporary fix. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 2019-025 Awarding a Contract for Tennis Court Improvements for Hazelnut, Cummings and Royal Hills Parks Proiects to Bituminous Roadways for the Base Bid, Declining the Bid Alternate for Hazelnut Park, and directing staff to seek alternative options for Hazelnut Park. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).