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<br /> ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - AUGUST 31. 1998 DRAFT 13 <br /> . frustrating. He stated the National Guard is sending its attorneys out to negotiate the terms of a <br /> lease agreement is a significant indication, He stated this decision can be delayed but the <br /> commitmcnt to move down this path is such that he is prepared to move the documentation to the <br /> next step. He stated he is concerned about the need to update the documents and cost estimatcs, <br /> Mayor Probst stated there have been several recent discussions about whether the City should <br /> walk away from the TCAAP effort but the intention of the discussion was not to go down a path <br /> of walking away from that site but to determine options, He noted that to locate the City Hall on <br /> this site would not preclude those options. Also, the City has not been successful in finding <br /> another location in the heart of Arden Hills that is acceptable. Thc other option is to build on the <br /> old City Hall site but he does not see an advantage in that location over thc TCAAP site. Mayor <br /> Probst noted it was also discussed to locate a public works building on this site and the National <br /> Guard has indicated that will be a much easier process. He stated there may not be additional <br /> information in two weeks except for a staff update on their discussion with the National Guard <br /> on the lease and he is ready to proceed with this proccss. <br /> Councilmember Malonc stated he is also concerned about the cost and amount of increase. Hc <br /> stated if there is anything that would cause him to back off this project, it would be the cost. <br /> Councilmember Malone stated thc old City Hall site was purchased under duress and is too <br /> narrow to site a City Hall. He noted the land is also markctablc and the opportunity with the <br /> Arsenal property is that it is free. Councilmember Malone stated he is also encouraged about the <br /> . pending negotiations with the National Guard attorneys which indicates they were serious all <br /> along. However, the question remains if the Council should proceed with construction plans. <br /> Councilmember Malone stated he leans toward moving forward with preparation of the building <br /> plans due to the timing issucs involved. In response to Councilmcmber Aplikowski's comments, <br /> Councilmember Malone stated that he would like an indication of where it has taken two and <br /> one-half years to negotiate a lease and pointed out the lease for the current City Hall space took <br /> only three weeks. Councilmember Malone asked that another alternate be presented. He agreed <br /> with Councilmember Keirn that this location makes the most sense for the City and he concurs <br /> with proceeding with construction plans. <br /> Councilmember Larson asked what the construction plans will cost. Mr. Vesterholt stated it <br /> would be approximatcly $40,000, <br /> Councilmember Malone askcd if the City would just pay for the work done to that point if it is <br /> determined a lease arrangement cannot be madc, Mr. Vesterholt stated this is correct. <br /> Councilmember Larson stated he is enthusiastic about the site and plan for the City Hall but he <br /> remains concerned about the amount of money spent when there is uncertainty about the lease. <br /> MOTION: Council member Keirn moved and Council member Malone seconded a motion to <br /> authorize the architect to proceed with the preparation of construction plans and <br /> that the Council further directs the City Administrator to negotiate fees with <br /> . Architectural Alliance as a result of changes in the scope of the project. The <br /> motion carried (4-1 Councilmember Aplikowski). <br /> -.-.---- <br />
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