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. . Janecek could perform these responsibilities in coordinating with the City, the County and other entities on various related issues. Councilmember Probst said that Sarah Janecek would be working directly with the City and he believed that she had a good grasp of these issues. Councilmember Malone agreed that having an individual who is qualified to deal with the follow-up and details of the City's space needs would be extremely helpful. The Council agreed to pursue this option. 5. Pavement Management update: a. The Council reviewed Public Work's update of 1994 County and State projects. Councilmember Hicks asked about the County Road E bridge resurfacing project. He went on to say that he feels that a walkway is needed because there are many people who walk along the bridge and it is potentially a dangerous situation. He would like to look into the prospect of adding an auxiliary walkway that could be attached to the bridge. Council believed this was an important issue and should look into its possibility with the County. It has become a big safety issue since the closing of old Snelling. It was agreed that Bethel College may also be in agreement and support a pedestrian walkway. b. 1994 Pavement Program: Dan Winkel reported that the contract is expected to let on 7/24. NSP has inquired about the possibility of starting early on the project. Two Arden Hills residents, Mr. Brown and Mr. Byrne, have been communicating with Dan regarding their assessments for the street reconstruction project. Dan . will write to these individuals regarding their adjusted assessments; he will plan on the construction agreement being signed after June 22, 1994 and will also notify NSP. c. Arden Manor Mobile Home Park: Dan informed the council that he had received an inquiry from the mobile home park owner about the possibility of hooking up to City water on a 'stand-by' basis. Apparently the owner is concerned that at some point he may need water and would like to be able to have access to City water in the event of an emergency. He has two wells, one of which has become contaminated and not useable. The Council voiced concerns about the possibility of City water becoming contaminated as the result of hooking up to his water lines. They directed Dan to contact the State Department ofHea1th about the possibility of the City Engineer doing this. It was verified that the Park owner has been notified to attend the June 27 Council Meeting. 6. Surplus equipment sale';'; The Council advised staff to require minimum bids for City vehicles as the upcoming surplus equipment sale. Any office furniture or office equipment of lesser value can be sold for best offer. The information was otherwise acceptable. 7. Floral Park parking: Cindy Servertson reported to the Council about the dangerous situation that exists . around Floral Park during the softball season. Cars are reported to be parking