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I I ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - NOVEMBER 25. 1996 7 .. Dwayne Stafford, Public Works Superintendent, stated while the work appears necessary, the cost seems high. He recommended MSA be authorized to conduct a preliminary inspection of I the tank and present their findings. Councilmember Malone expressed his concern that this water tower is only eight years old but is I showing signs of rust and the paint is peeling. He asked ifthe specifications related to ladders has changed since the tower was constructed in 1988. Mr. Stafford stated Don Johnston of Pittsburg Tank and Tower has indicated the codes have changed since construction, however, he I is concerned about the validity of the report and is requesting a second opinion. Councilmember Malone stated he is also concerned the walkway has no safety railing. Mr. Stafford concurred and inquired regarding the need for the walkway. I MOTION: Hicks moved and Keirn seconded a motion to authorize staff to request the City Engineer review the South Water Tower inspection report and submit I recommendations regarding the urgency for completing these items. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). I D. Community Survey Ie Mr. Fritsinger requested Council input regarding the timing of the survey and whether or not it should be completed in December or in 1997 after the holidays. He advised the changes requested by Council are almost completed and Decision Resources believes they can complete I interviews by December 19. Mayor Probst stated he is interested in remaining on track so the town hall meeting can be held I in January. Mr. Fritsinger noted it will take about six weeks from completion of the survey to receiving survey tabulations, I Councilmember Aplikowski asked how many questions will be on the survey. Mr. Fritsinger estimated between 100 and 125 questions. Councilmember Aplikowski stated given the I comment about receiving positive feed back from citizens during the holiday season, she withdraws her opposition about conducting the survey during December. I Mayor Probst asked if the Council would like the opportunity for another review ofthe survey questions prior to interviews. I Councilmember Keirn stated she supports review of the questions by at least two Councilmembers. I Councilmember Malone stated staffis aware of the questions which Council would like revised so he is comfortable it is under control and can proceed. Councilmember Hicks concurred. .. Mayor Probst stated he will participate in the review with Councilmember Keirn. I