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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—October 26, 2009 9 7B. Keithson Drive Erosion (continued) The consensus of the Council was to let Staff and the City Attorney proceed with working with Mr. Nelson to reach an agreement regarding the retaining wall. C. Motion to Approve the Contract with Todd Erickson Enterprises, LLC and Semple Excavating & Trucking, Inc. to Demolish the Former Public Works Building, Remove Debris for the Site, and Asbestos Abatement for an Amount Not to Exceed $43,800. Community Development Director James Lehnhoff stated due to the deteriorating condition of the former public works building at 1450 West Highway 96, Staff is recommending the demolition of the building and removal of debris from the property. Since the building has materials known to include asbestos, the demolition requires the removal and containment of any materials that may include asbestos prior to the demolition. The building is not in a usable condition, the roof leaks, and it has become a nuisance. The building is not used for day to day operations. For the asbestos abatement, the building official received quotes from three contractors that are licensed to handle asbestos abatement. The building official met with the three contractors to ensure that each quote was including the same level of service. Staff is recommending Todd Erickson Enterprises LLC for these services. For the demolition and removal of the building, removal of the asphalt parking area, removal of the fence, grading the site, and planting seed Staff is recommending Semple Excavating & Trucking Inc. In addition to the building demolition, there are other scrap materials and debris east of the building that should be removed. The sewer and water have already been disconnected from the building. In order to maintain access to the site, the existing asphalt driveway from Highway 96 will remain. Although there is more than 120 feet between the wetland and the project area, a silt fence will be installed to ensure that the wetland is - protected. The Environmental Site Assessment that was completed in 2004 found petroleum contamination on the site. When the site is redeveloped, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will review the redevelopment plans to determine what level of clean up is needed. If this project is approved, both contractors would be able to start immediately. However, Ramsey County must be notified at least ten business days prior to demolition. The project is anticipated to be completed before the end of November. Councilmember Grant stated that the plan included planting seed. He asked what type of seed would be planted and what type of maintenance would be required. Community Development Director Lehnhoff stated that grass seed would be planted and the City would be responsible for mowing it.