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CITY OF SHOREWOOD
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1988
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
7:30 P.M.
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Council meeting of the Shorewood City Council was
called to order at 7:30 P.M., Monday, September 12, 1988, in the
Council Chambers by Mayor Rascop.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND PRAYER
Mayor Rascop opened the Regular Council meeting with the Pledge
of Allegiance and a prayer.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Rascop, Councilmembers Brancel, Haugen,
Stover and Gagne.
Staff: Attorney Froberg, Engineer Norton, Administrator
Vogt, Planner Nielsen and Clerk Kennelly.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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Brancel moved, Haugen seconded, to approve the minutes of August 22,
1988, as amended on Page 1. Motion carried - 4 ayes (1 abstained-
Rascop) .
Gagne moved, Brancel seconded, to approve the minutes of August 16,
1988, as written. Motion carried - 3 ayes (2 abstained-Stover and
Rascop) .
AMEND AGENDA
Haugen moved, seconded by Gagne to amend the agenda to hear item
number 13 - Shady Island Bridge Discussion to be heard after item
number 3. Motion carried - 5 ayes.
MATTERS FROM ..THE . FLOOR IZR
Richard Moore - Bracketts Road Dispute
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Mr. Moore was present to express his aggravation with his
neighbors in connection with the sale and development of his
property for the Galpin Lake Woods Development. He has once
again had his driveway entrance barricaded by his neighbors.
He called the police and they could not do anything because it
is a civil matter. He feels that due process has been lost
and does not understand how they are able to barricade without
legal process. Mr. Moore asked Attorney Froberg how they can
barricade a public road. Attorney Froberg stated that the
portion in question is private and that Mr. Moore could create
a new access off of Bracketts Road. Mr. Moore's concern is
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MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
Richard Moore - Bracketts Road Dispute - Continued
that his neighbors can block off his driveway. Attorney
Froberg stated that prescriptive easement is a private
matter.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT
Stover will report on the Planning Commission actions as the
Council discusses items 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, one of the items was
tabled at the request of the applicant. The Commission will be
studying lot line gerrymandering.
ANNUAL FOOTBALL AGREEMENT APPROVAL
Administrator Vogt asked that the Council consider approval of
the football contract with the Tonka Football Association. The
police check has been completed and approved, insurance received
and contract signed by Thomas C. Bartsh.
Brancel moved, seconded by Haugen to approve the contract with the
Tonka Football Association. Motion carried - 5 ayes.
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SHADY ISLAND BRIDGE DISCUSSION
Engineer Norton began the discussion by reviewing the six alternates
received at the August 22, Council meeting. He spoke to the
County Engineers and they have questioned the need for a bridge.
The bridge was originally built in 1944 with a 30 year life expec-
tancy.
The County will do an inspection after the repairs are completed to
set weight restrictions. They will not guarantee what weight limits
they will place on it. He discussed the alternatives with the DNR
and was told that they would not allow the filling in of the bridge
area even the culvert proposal would need various agencies approv-
als. A temporary by-pass road would be allowed during construction.
Jack Hansen, secretary and spokesman for the Shady Island Association
submitted a petition unanimously supporting a request for a new
span bridge for Shady Island. He asked that the City consider the
residents concerns. Engineer Norton stated that the new bridge will
cost between $125,000.00 and $150,000.00, demolition at $20,000.00
and $25,000.00 for a temporary by-pass road. A temporary road could
be put in this fall in order to allow access for plowing, oil delivery
school bus, etc. Funding sources could then be determined.
Haugen moved, seconded by Gagne to table further discussion until
agenda item number 13. Motion carried - 5 ayes.
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CONSENT AGENDA
Mound Fire Contract Agreement
Resolution 92-88
Administrator Vogt submitted a contract with the City of
Mound for fire protection for the Islands. Attorney Froberg
has reviewed the contract and feels it is acceptable.
S.E. Area Water Tower - Payment Voucher No.6
Engineer Norton recommended approval of payment voucher no. 6
for work on the S.E. Area Water Tower in the amount of
$34,523.75 to CBI Na-Con, Inc.
1989 Budget Approval - Cable
Communication Commission
Resolution 93-88
The Lake Minnetonka Cable Communication Commission has been
submitted for approval. This budget does not require funds
from the City.
Street Lights - McKinley Place 4th and 5th Addition
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Administrator Vogt recommended approval of street lights for
the 4th and 5th additions of McKinley Place. The five lights
have also been reviewed and approved by N.S.P.
Lawn Mower and Sickle Mower Purchase
Administrator Vogt and Public Works Director Zdrazil recom-
mended approval of the purchase of a tractor and sickle mower
from Lano Equipment Co. in the amount of $10,675. And a
lawn mower from MTI Distributing in the amount of $8,785.
Freeman Park Watermain - Payment Voucher No.1
Engineer Norton recommended approval of payment voucher no. 1
in the amount of $27,052.00 to T & S Excavating, Inc.
Sealcoating Overlay Project - Payment Voucher No.1
Engineer Norton recommended approval of payment voucher no. 1 in
the amount of $110,995.49 to H.L. Johnson Co.
Haugen moved, seconded by Stover to approve the above listed
items and resolution as submitted. Motion carried - 5 ayes by
Roll Call Vote.
SIMPLE SUBDIVISION AND COMBINATION
26175 and 26265 BIRCH BLUFF ROAD
RESOLUTION 100-88
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Mike Newberg was present to request a simple subdivision and com-
bination in order to convey land to bring current land uses into
compliance. Planning Commission has recommended approval because
it improves the lots involved.
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SIMPLE SUBDIVISION AND COMBINATION RESOLUTION 100-88
26175 and 26265 BIRCH BLUFF ROAD - Continue
Haugen moved, seconded by Brancel to approve the simple subdivision
and combination subject to receipt of a current survey and up to
date title opinion and subject to the Planners recommendation
listed on his September 1, 1988 report. Motion carried - 5 ayes by
Roll Call Vote.
NEAR MOUNTAIN P.U.D. AND DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - REDUCING SIDE
YARD SETBACKS ON LAKE SHORE
RESOLUTION 94-88
Mike Pflaum requested a reduction in side yard setbacks for lake shore
lots in order to allow access for garages without having to move the
house building pads back as far as 70 feet. Haugen expressed con-
cern for protection of trees and shrubs along the lakeshore. Mike
Pflaum felt the best protection of this was due to inspections and
controls required by Nielsen. He stated that the average distance
between structures are between 47-65 feet and the reduction of side
yards would not create larger dwellings. Stover stated that shore
land side yard set backs have been changed since this agreement was
made.
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Gagne moved, seconded by Brancel to amend the P.U.D. and development
agreement to meet the current ordinance side back of 30 feet with no
side less than 10 feet. Motion carried - 5 ayes by Roll Call Vote.
COVINGTON VINE RIDGE P.U.D.- DEVELOPMENT RESOLmTTQN 95-88
AGREEMENT-REDUCTION IN REAR YARD SETBACKS
Mr. Mark Roholt was present to request an amendment to the P.U.D.
and development agreement to change the rear yard setback from 40
to 35. The issue appeared when Mr. Roholt was stopped from adding
a deck without a permit which encroached into the 40' setback area.
The Planning Commission recommended allowing the 35 feet setback for
decks only, to include a height maximum of 42 feet on railings.
Nielsen stated that the existing lot sizes are more that of the R1D
areas and supports the reduction of rear yard set backs to 35 feet
for all structures.
Stover moved, seconded by Haugen to pass a resolution amendment to
the development agreement to establish a 35 feet rear yard set back
for all structures within the Covington Vine Ridge P.U.D. Motion
carried - 5 ayes by Roll Call Vote.
PRELIMINARY PLAT/FINAL PLAT APPROVED
DRIVE-UP FACILITY/CONVENIENCE FOOD
C.U.P. MARCUS DEVELOPMENT- 24365
SMITHTOWN ROAD
RESOLUTION 96-88
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Stover stated that the Planning Commission held a public hearing to
hear a request from Marcus Development Corp for a C.U.P. for a drive
up convenience operation and preliminary plat approval. There was
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PRELIMINARY PLAT FINAL PLAT APPROVED
DRIVE-UP FACILITY/CONVENIENCE FOOD
C.U.P. MARCUS DEVELOPMENT - 24365
SMITHTOWN ROAD - Continued
RESOLUTION 96-88
no public comment given at that meeting. They did review the
parking spaces requirement. Marcus is requesting not to stripe
three of the spaces as not to encourage parking in the northwest
corner.
Gagne questioned what they are intending to do with the contaminated
soil found on this site. Mark Senn explained various alternatives
that could be used with the approval of the Pollution Control Agency.
Stover questioned traffic control, stacking and snow removal pro-
posals.
Gagne moved, seconded by Brancel, the
the drive-in food facility subject to
within his report of August 30, 1988.
Vote - 5 ayes.
approval of the C.U.P. for
the Planner's recommendation
Motion carried by Roll Call
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Stover moved, seconded by Haugen to approve the preliminary and
final plat subject to a North boundary correction on plat and
omitting the 17 feet easement on the west line as Country Club Road
has a 66 feet right-of-way. Motion carried - 5 ayes by Roll Call
Vote.
TRACEY ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
RESOLUTION 97-88
Mr. Ron Tracey was present to make his request for preliminary plat
approval to divide his property into two lots. Mr. Tracey does
object to the Planner1s recommendation that asks that the existing
garage that encroaches on the right-of-way of Covington Road be re-
moved. He referred to the history of the dwelling which has a
living area below the garage. The building is more of a carriage
house. The neighbors support his request as does the new purchasers
of the home. Haugen asked if it could remain until the City would
widen the road. Attorney Froberg advised that this is the proper
time to ask for removal of this structure. The issue of safety was
discussed, backing out onto the road or possibly into the garage.
Haugen moved, seconded by Brancel to approve the preliminary plat
subject to the Planner's recommendations of his August 31, 1988
staff report, omitting item number 4 - removal of the garage and to
direct the Attorney to draw an agreement to be recorded with the
plat listing a restrictive convenant that would require the re-
moval of the garage if the City was to widen the road. Motion
carried - 5 ayes by Roll Call Vote.
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RIGHT-OF-WAY PERMIT- 25335 SMITHTOWN ROAD
Nancy Olmsted was presenting, Frances Johnson, David Roberts and
herself as owners requesting an incidental use permit to use an
open portion of right-of-way platted Seamens Drive as a driveway
access to the rear of their properties.
Nielsen recommended approval subject to their submitting an up to
date survey and driveway and drainage plan.
Haugen moved, seconded by Stover to grant the permit subject to the
Planners recommendations, Engineer's drainage approved and with no
obligation to the City to maintain or plow. Motion carried - 5 ayes.
GRADING PERMIT - SWEETWATER AT NEAR MOUNTAIN 3rd ADDITION
Mike Pflaum requested a grading permit for Sweetwater 3rd Addition
prior to his final plat approval, which is scheduled for the next
Council meeting. This will enable them to complete a street connec-
tion prior to winter. The Engineer would like to review and clarify
some minor changes with Lundgren's Engineer.
Gagne moved, seconded by Brancel to approve the grading permit sub-
ject to the Engineer's review. Motion carried - 5 ayes.
GLEN ROAD/COUNTY ROAD 19 DRAINAGE PROJECT DISCUSSION
A meeting has been scheduled with Tonka Bay on October 4th, at
7:00 P.M. to discuss the project further. Gagne does not feel that
Tonka Bay will participate in this project at this time. They feel
their pipe to the lake could handle a lot of run off. The Shorewood
Place Apartments wants a large ponding area on their site. Haugen
would like to see a good project in Shorewood completed with possible
participation from Tonka Bay later. Engineer Norton does feel the
City could proceed with their own drainage project and respond to
its commitment to the affected residents. Norton suggested legally
identifying the owners of the properties needed for easement for
ponding and clearing.
Gagne moved, seconded by Brancel to direct the staff to draw up a
time frame, determine legal descriptions of needed easements and
contact owners to acquire easements. Motion carried - 5 ayes.
CONTINUATION: SHADY ISLAND BRIDGE DISCUSSION
Engineer Norton estimated a total bridge replacement cost of
$200,000.00.
Haugen moved, seconded by Gagne to authorize the Engineer to draw
plans for an emergency by-pass road and make application to the
appropriate agencies for permission to install and to request time to
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CONTINUATION; SHADY ISLAND BRIDGE DISCUSSION - Continued~
determine a solution for funding of the project. Staff was also
directed to pursue funding options. Motion carried - 5 ayes.
STAFF REPORTS
Attorneys Report
Wedgewood Drive Easements
There are five property owners needed to acquire easements. At
this time only one has agreed to sign the easement, another has
not decided yet and three will not.
Gagne moved, seconded by Brancel to direct the staff to proceed
with condemnation to obtain the necessary easements. Motion
carried - 5 ayes.
Bayswater Road Status
Mr. Jerry Peterson signed a witness statement to be used in pre-
paration for litigation against Amesbury West Association.
Claim Against Bond - Thoen Plumbing
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Thoen Plumbing did not repair Riviera Lane after an installation.
Notification was sent and no response was received. The City
repaired the road for $1,276.62 and billed Thoen Plumbing. No
response was received so they were notified that the City would
apply it against their bond. No response was received again,
so the City is proceeding to collect against their bond at this
time.
Shorewood/Minnetrista Challenge
of Constitutionality of Right of
Condemnation
Resolution 98~88
Shorewood has joined Minnetrista in their action as a plaintiff
in challenging constitutionality of a Minnesota law giving the
Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District the right to condemn
property for park use. The estimated cost of this action could
be less than $500.
Brancel moved, seconded by Haugen to adopt the resolution and
amend it by adding the Chapter and Section of the Minnesota
Law. Motion carried - 5 ayes by Roll Call Vote.
Engineers Report
Acceptance of Bids - Badger park/
City Buildings-Watermain Project
#88-3
Resolution 99-88
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Two bids were received on September 9, 1988 for the watermain
extension Project 88-3. Engineer Norton is recommending to
award the bid to F.F. Jedlicki Inc. as low bidder in the amount
of $23,030.
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STAFF REPORTS
Engineers Report
Acceptance of Bids - Badger Park
City Buildings-Watermain Project
#88-3 - Continued
Resolution 99-88
Haugen moved, seconded by Gagne to award the bid as recommend-
ed. Motion carried - 5 ayes by Roll Call Vote.
Administrative Reports
Pressure Reduction Valve Discussion
Letters were sent to the property owners in the S.E. Area ex-
plaining the need to have pressure reduction valves installed
prior to the change over to the elevated water tower. Many
calls have been received questioning this request and who should
pay for it.
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Mike Pflaum was present to express his concern for the position
he has been placed in by not being notified or aware of the
need for this valve. Mayor Rascop asked that a letter be sent
to the residents informing them of the Council's discussion to
wait until the tower was ready before notifying the owners of
the need for the valve. The valves would reduce to much pressure
on the old system if installed earlier.
Permits and PRV's are available at City Hall and should be in-
stalled by September 30, 1988. Mr. Pflaum may have the PRV's
installed for his buyers and asked the City if they would waive
the inspection fee. The Council felt the inspection was needed
for protection of the residents and the City should be paid for
by the party needing the inspection.
Budget Meeting Date Changed
Administrator Vogt has requested that the budget meeting be
rescheduled from September 19 to September 20, 1988 at 7:30 P.M.,
due to a conflict.
Haugen moved, seconded by Stover to approve the change for the
budget meeting. Motion carried- 5 ayes.
Glen Road/County Road 19 Meeting
The scheduled drainage meeting with Tonka Bay for October 4, will
have to be moved to Tonka Bay City Hall due to a Shorewood
Planning Commission meeting being held.
Street Sweeping Policy
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Public Works Director Zdrazil estimated a total City street
sweeping costs $20,000.00 and $5,000.00 to $10,000.00 just for
the new developments. Council chose to maintain the once year
program that has been done in the past.
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STAFF REPORTS
Administrative Reports - Continued
Financial Director Search Status
The advertisement will be coming out in the League of
Minnesota Cities magazine soon. Letters have been sent to
18 Cities for interest. Job profiles have been submitted
and resumes have been received. .
Administrator Vogt feels the Finance Department is running
quite well and everything is being completed on time. Invest-
ments are being handled by him and other functions and pro-
cedures are being completed by Jean Sorensen and with temporary
help where needed.
Set Executive Session - Union Negotiations
Haugen moved, seconded by Gagne to set the union negotiation
session for 9:30 P.M., Tuesday, September 20, 1988, following
the budget meeting. Motion carried - 5 ayes.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayors Report
LMCD
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The Board is asking that candidates for the Board positions
nominate themselves for the position and submit their names to
their Council for appointment. This will be done at a later
date.
Proclaiming Constitution Week
September 17 through 23, 1988
Resolution 101-88
A resolution was submitted by the Daughters of the American
Revolution proclaiming the week of September 17 through 23,
1988 as Constitution Week.
Haugen moved, seconded by Stover to adopt the resolution.
Motion carried - 5 ayes by Roll Call Vote.
Council Reports
Ridge Point Circle
Brancel questioned the status of the completion of landscaping
on Ridge Point Circle. Administrator Vogt stated that Gardeneer
will be completing the work with $4,200.00 being charged against
the developer's Letter of Credit.
Sign Complaint
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Stover asked the status of the sign violation on the Vine Hill
Furniture building. Attorney Froberg sent the owner a letter
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COUNCIL REPORTS
Council Reports
Sign Complaint- Continued
and he responded and indicated that the sign will be removed
by the end of the week.
Request for Sign - Covington Court
Haugen moved, seconded by Gagne to approve a request by the
residents of Covington Court for the installation of a Dead
End sign. Motion carried- 5 ayes.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS AND ADJOURNMENT
Haugen moved, seconded by Brancel to adjourn the Regular Council
meeting of Monday, September 12, 1988 at 11:10 P.M. subject to
approval of claims for payment. Motion carried unanimously - 5 ayes.
GENERAL AND LIQUOR FUNDS - Acct. No. 00-00166-02
General
Liquor
Checks #
053685-053786
$ 240,331.31
$ 72,741.37
Payroll Checklist:
Checks # 202380-202413
$
$
9,731.17
2,807.09
Total
$ 250,062.48
$ 75,548.46
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
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Sandra L. Kennelly
City Clerk
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BY: H. C. Osmundson, P.E.
SUBJECT: Renovation of Shady Island Bridge; Alternatives
City of Shorewood
OSH Comm. No. 4219
DATE August 23, 1988
The following was presented to the Shorewood City Council at the meeting on August
22, 1988.
Bob Kilgore, P.E. from our Structural Department assisted and answered questions.
The presentation follows:
.previOuslY OSH was authorized to proceed with plans and specifications for repair
of the Shady Island Bridge including new concrete abutments utilizing the existing
pilings. In our investigation we have found detailed information and data such as
the original bridge plans which has lead back to the Council for further direction.
Prior to our earlier recommendations and alternatives for bridge repair, Hennepin
County had not completed their inspection report. After reviewing this report and
consulting with Tenner Tangen, P.E., the Bridge Department Engineer who had
inspected the bridge and written the report, we had to change the direction of our
investigation of the project. The following points were brought out in our
research:
1. Tenner Tangen/s views are: "Why do you even need the bridge? Demolish
it and fill it in."
2. Hennepin County is counting the months until they no longer have juris-
diction over the bridge. This will happen when Shorewood reaches an
official population of 5,000, then the bridge will be Shorewood's
responsibility, but will qualify for the Federal Aid process and State
inspection.
3. Hennepin County has set the bridge life at 10 years no matter what repair
we do, short of building a new bridge. The reason is that the existing
pilings are approximately 20 feet long with 10 feet of bury resulting in
the bridge essentially floating on the soft lake bottom. Also, the bridge
was built in 1944 and should have had a 30 year life. 1944 to 1988 is 44
years.
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Memo Regarding Renovation of Shady Island Bridge
Shorewood, Minnesota
August 23, 1988
4. After we repair the bridge in some fashion, Hennepin County will test the
bridge and establish a weight limit with no guarantee of what that weight
limit will be. Also, to test the bridge now would be a duplication of
effort and costs.
5. Any repair process using the existing pilings is just a short term solu-
tion to the problem and we cannot guarantee the bridge will not require
additional maintenance prior to the 10 year life limit set by the County.
We are looking for a good engineering and economic solution to correct the bridge
situation. To do this, the ultimate question "Does the City want a bridge?" needs
to be answered, and, if the answer is yes, what type?
Consequently we have arrived at 6 alternatives, including those previously dis-
cussed which could be enacted to remedy the situation. All possess many advantages
and disadvantages and raise many questions.
. We will present the alernatives, each with its own cost estimate, advantages and
disadvantages. From this we hope to arrive at a somewhat more streamlined direction
in which to proceed. All the costs mentioned are very rough construction costs not
including engineering and administration.
ALTERNATIVE NO.1: Do nothing and wait for federal ai~ approval.
A. COST ESTIMATE: Nothing now.
B. ADVANTAGES:
1. No cost now.
2. Have federal aid to pay for repair later.
C. DISADVANTAGES:
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1. Hennepin County wants something done now.
2. Could wait 1 - 10 years for federal aid and will not know when.
3. logistics of transportation:
a. Snow plow Island this winter with pick-up.
b. School buses cannot cross bridge. <Have notified Mound-Westonka
schools.)
c. Garbage pick-up, etc.
We do not recommend this alternative.
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Memo Regarding Renovation of Shady Island Bridge
Shorewood, Minnesota
August 23, 1988
ALTERNATIVE NO.2: Demolish bridge and fill in gap creating a peninsula - no
bridQe.
A. COST ESTIMATE: $50,000 - $60,000.
B. ADVANTAGES:
1. little maintenance in the future.
2. low initial cost.
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3. Will not have another administrative problem in the future of
building, replacing, or repairing a bridge.
4. Will shut down the access to the island for a small amount of time
. (2-3 weeks)
DISADVANTAGES:
1. We do not know if we can get approval from agencies such as the DNR,
ACOE, watershed districts, etc.
2. Will not have access for 2-3 weeks (pedestrian perhaps).
3. Is an EIS or EIW required?
ALTERNATIVE NO.3: Demolish bridge and install a culvert or "Con Span" type
bridge.
A. COST ESTIMATE: $70,000* + cost of pilings, if required, + cost of temporary
bypass of $20 - $30,000..
*Hennepin County demolition estimate of $25,000 is included.
B. ADVANTAGES:
1. Moderately low cost now.
2. long term solution. Should have 30 year life.
3. low maintenance costs in future.
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4. Possibly could build temporary bypass resulting in no down access
time.
5. With culvert option, engineering costs are lower with a plan in
hand.
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Memo Regarding Renovation of Shady Island Bridge
Shorewood, Minnesota
August 23, 1988
C. DISADVANTAGES:
1. Need agency approval.
2. Need agency approval for bypass.
3. Without bypass, we would shut down access for 1-2 months.
4. lead time required for agency approval could be lengthy (3-4
months).
ALTERNATIVE NO.4: Basic timber cap and abutment repair.
A. COST ESTIMATE: $40,000 - $50,000.
B. ADVANTAGES:
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1. low initial cost.
2. Wait for federal aid to pay for repair.
3. Short down time for access (-2 weeks).
C. DISADVANTAGES:
1. Shut down bridge for 2 weeks. Pedestrian traffic only.
2. Only a short term repair, perhaps for the 10 year life mentioned by
the County.
3. Might have to repair bridge again prior to 10 year 1 ife (short
piles).
4. Hennepin County will rate the bridge after repair complete, which is
uncertain.
s. long wait for state and federal aid for bridge replacement.
6. More administration inconvenience within 10 year span.
ALTERNATIVE NO.5: Repair with new concrete abutments.
. A. COST ESTIMATE: $65,000 - $70,000.
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Memo Regarding Renovation of Shady Island Bridge
Shorewood, Minnesota
August 23, 1988
B. ADVANTAGES:
1. A more thorough repair than basic timber cap repair.
2. Moderately low initial cost. .
C. DISADVANTAGES:
1. Utilizing existing short piles makes this repair unreliable. Might
have to repair again within 10 year life.
2. Administration inconvenience within 10 years.
ALTERNATIVE NO.6: Construct new timber bridge or prestressed concrete bridge.
A.
COST ESTIMATE: $125,000 - $150,000.
ADVANTAGES:
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1. long term fix.
2. Aesthetics. Perhaps the people on the island would want this.
3. Possibly a temporary bypass allowing access during installation.
C. DISADVANTAGES:
1. High initial cost.
2. No federal aid currently.
3. long wait for federal aid. low priority.
4. Down time for new bridge is 3-4 months.
5. With bypass, need agency approval.
6. Need to maintain at moderate cost within life of approximately 30
years.
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The Council asked about and discussed boat traffic under the bridge. It was deter-
mined that the existing bridge only allows access to small row boats, fishing boats
or canoes. Con Span alternative also would allow this. Also, it is not that much
further around island. They liked the Con Span alternative.
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Memo Regarding Renovation of Shady Island Bridge
Shorewood, Minnesota
August 23, 1988
The Council directed OSM to pursue with a feasibility and better cost report the 3
alternatives as follows:
No.2: Demolish and fill
No.3: Demolish and install culvert and demolish and construct a Con Span
structure.
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