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Brad stated that other options had been discussed with staff since the engineer's report was prepared that may result in substantially less cost than the $12,000 estimate provided in the report. Motion withdrawn: Roger Lake withdrew his motion and Paul Ellefson withdrew his second to the motion to allow Brad to return with some less expensive options. Tanners Lake Phase II Brad will present a change order at next month's meeting that represents accumulated costs encountered throughout the duration of the project. A few more details are being worked out as to what costs will be considered incidental, and he will discuss the specifics at that time. Sod Farm Brad had completed the design drawings for Phase II of the sod farm project and explained that bids will be requested based on a primary option plus two alternates. One or both of the alternates can be accepted on a lump sum basis if they don't exceed the District's limited budget. The alternates set forth varying excavation volumes that affect the channel configuration. The three main components of the project include the excavation, 300 feet of boardwalk pier, and the wood chip path on the big berm area. Blacktop was also included if needed at the Gateway Trail widening. Bill Bartodziej will work with Fred Rozumalski on the vegetation types to be located on the stepped levels. Cliff Aichinger stated that the City of North St. Paul will be responsible for trail maintenance. The deadline to advertise this project will be next Tuesday. Cliff also provided an update on the District's efforts to acquire the Jim Poynter property for Phase Ii. A preliminary agreement has been reached with Mr. Poynter to sell all of what we wanted (Parcel C) plus the piece behind the RV dealer to the City of North St. Paul. The project budget includes funds for Parcel C. Motion: Jack Frost moved, Paul Ellefson seconded, to approve god farm plans as submitted. The motion was carried. Management Planning - 1998 CIP Feasibilit~Studies Brad plans to provide the Board with all recommendations, options, and ballpark costs in advance of the June meeting. Phalen Wetland Restoration Bob Johnson asked if this project can provide any relief to the beltline system. Brad Lindaman stated there would be little or no effect because the ponding area is not large enough. Cliff Aichinger stated that there isn't enough land area available to expand the pond size; and also, the restoration of Ames Lake to native vegetation wetland habitat requires a limited ponding volume and would not allow for fluctuating water levels caused by storm events. 6. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Fiscal Year 1999 Work Program and Budget Cliff Aichinger asked the Board for input to the development of the FY99 work program. Bob Johnson expressed his continued interest in a report for each project undertaken by the District which compares estimated to actual costs and discusses other project issues and problems. He said he would like to use this information to help us improve projects in the future. He would like to find a way to accomplish this, yet keep it simple and not too time- consuming. Paul Ellefson asked about the staffs use of continuing education monies. Cliff stated that there are staff attending workshops every month, and he has also budgeted for college Page 3 April 1, 1998 RWMWD Minutes