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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIl, - MAY 26. 1998 14 Order #2 was approved by the Council on December 15, 1998 increasing the contract amount by . $193,726.50 to $924,426.50. Mr. Brown explained that Lametti & Sons has completed the construction of the sanitary sewer, water main, and a large portion of the storm sewer work. Approximately 70% ofthe roadway grading and pond grading have also been completed. The watermain and sanitary sewer have been tested, approved, and are currently in operation in the City. Payment Request #4 in the amount of$254,093.08 includes payment for items associated with this work and he recommends approval. MOTION: Councilmember Hicks moved and Councilmember Aplikowski seconded a motion to approve Pay Estimate #4 for the Fourteenth Street Improvement Project and make payment to Lametti & Sons in the amount of $254,093.08. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). Mayor Probst inquired regarding the pace of work. Mr. Brown explained there have been some conflicts since they are only using one crew but all of the Welsh deadlines have been met or exceeded. F. Consider Resolution No. 98-42 Declaring that a Vacancy Exists as Councilmember Councilmember Hicks stated his residence plans have been discussed and he has now submitted his resignation effective June 30, 1998 so the Council can declare a vacancy and advertise for . applications to fill his Council seat. Mayor Probst stated that Staff has, on the basis of this action, prepared a resolution for Council consideration to allow Councilmember Hick's seat to be declared open so it can be filled. Councilmember Aplikowski commented that Councilmember Hicks has been a fine mentor and role model in his service to the Council and thanked him for his years of service to the City of Arden Hills. Councilmember Hicks noted that he has served on the Planning Commission ancllor Council for 25 years. MOTION: Councilmember Keirn moved and Councilmember Aplikowski seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 98-42, Declaring that a Vacancy Exists as Councilmember. Councilmember Malone commented on the effectiveness of Councilmember Hicks' service on the Council and his sadness to have to consider accepting this resignation. The motion carried (4-0-1 Hicks). Mayor Probst noted Staffs recommendation regarding the process to follow including . advertisement of this vacancy and application process. He noted the issue of timing which would allow for advertising twice, accepting applications by June 18th, and then interviewing