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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-04-15 DTPC Packetiliwate! THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA DOWNTOWN PARKING COMMISSION AGENDA Thursday, April 15, 2010 8:30 AM; Riverview Room, City Hall 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MARCH 18, 2010 MINUTES 3. NEW BUSINESS 3.01. POLICY ON SPECIAL EVENT USAGE OF PARKING 3.02. POLICY ON TOUR BUS PARKING 3.03. PAVING GRAVEL LOTS 3.04. 2010 LOT IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 3.05. IBA REQUEST FOR FREE PARKING ON MAY 1ST 3.06. RIVERTOWN COMMONS REQUEST TO EXCHANGE RAMP SPOT #1 3.07. STATUS OF PARKING WEBSITE 3.08. 2009 PARKING REVENUE ENTERPRISE FUND REPORT 3.09. PLANS & SPECS FOR RAMP VIDEO SYSTEM 3.10. RIVER MARKET COOP REQUEST FOR NO PARKING SIGN 4. SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS 4.01. 34th MP MOTORCYCLE RIDE 4.02. FIRE MUSTER 5. OLD BUSINESS 5.01. RIVERTOWN COMMONS REQUEST FOR PARKING SPACES 6. OTHER BUSINESS 6.01 RECENT CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS • Approval of wayfinding signage • Approval of parking ramp voucher prices 6.02. CONFIRM NEXT COMMISSION MEETING DATE 7. ADJOURN Agenda Item 2 Commissioners present: Commissioners absent: City Staff present: Guest: Submitted by: Stillwater Downtown Parking Commission Meeting Minutes March 18, 2010 Curt Newcomb, chair/resident; Jeff Johnson, vice-chair/resident; David Korte, Sherri Hopfe Franke, business. Dave Junker, resident; Kevin LaCasse, business John Gannaway, police chief; Dennis Pasket, parking enforcement Mike Pogge, City Planner Kathy Mielke, Rivertown Commons; Roger Tomten, Heritage Pr David Korte secretary/resident; Aimee Peletier, business; d, community development director; agenda discussion Now opening comment Curt thanked Bill for the excellent job he did preparing the •ting , ation packets. approval of February minutes A motion was made and seconded to approve the min • . The motion p - unanimous voice vote. Bill will forward a copy of the approved minutes to the Stillwater city clerk and to David Korte. agenda items John asked to have agenda items moved so vi•'.rs first. Commissioners agreed. coul• •r is ° es .dressed Rivertown Commons request for addition ramp spaces Kathy from Rivertown Commons sai." _' ' a ed .ht-ram.." g places are working great and are appreciated. S • ested tw ore sps in the ramp on a temporary basis. It was mention; en the original were approved the commission w • d a year to I • ` ' e ramp's finan°. re considering any more reques ' mentio "'vate parking lot at the corner of Commercial Street and lb et (west o • lot #10) as an option for Rivertown Commons resident • Kathy ag . ' ' `'. mi * be a solution and will speak with the lot's property • s agreed to . item. Kathy will speak to the owner of the property and see if some arrangement can be made for residents of Rivertown Commons. Dennis volunteered to assist Kathy if she needed help with contacting and/or speaking to the property owner. parking ramp signage Bill said the pr. ting si ommission ' Street entranc as 15 to 18 eet commission ld need to senest to for design re and then also a• . a variance. to the protrud ' ` `•n for the co• `': ission to consider, stating " Publi " • arking ramp and a projecting king ramp that Commissioners agree. wit the proposal and suggested replaced with two wayfinding signs, one for north bound traffic, both on a lamppost on either side motion was made and seconded for a sign over ted for the parking ramp's Second e. As the code is six square feet the the Heritage Preservation Committee City staff will bring this recommendation to the HPC for Design Permit Review. City staff developed an alternative i.e., to have white lettering structure over the second street entrance would require no variances. the protruding sign be bound traffic and one for south of the second street entrance. A the second street entrance and two agenda discussion action signs on the lampposts. The motion passed in a unanimous voice vote. Stillwater Criterium John presented the Minnesota Bicycle Festivals request for use of a parking lot for their 9th annual (seventh year in Stillwater) Nature Valley Grand Prix Stillwater Criterium bicycle race on 06/20/10. Discussion suggested some extra traffic control on Myrtle Street would be needed for this event and concern the organizers were requesting the use of Lot 1, South Main St. lot, which could negat' - i ,act downtown business. A motion was made and seconded to app re. condition organizers use the parking ramp first and, if neede= en use L. Riverview Lot. The motion passed in a unanimous voice v= -. City staff will forward recommendation. Stillwater farmers market John presented the Stillwater Farmers Markets request to u' • rking 1 • 4 Ri , Lot on Saturdays from June 12th through October 30th. A me ade and seconded to approve this request. The motion passed in a una voice vote. City s . ff will forward eco endation. Ragnar Relay John presented the Anderson Race Management request to us- . .aces on August 21, 2010. This event consists of 350 twelve -person :• nin: - ams going from Winona to Minneapolis. Concern was expressed in that last yea ed mor- spaces and for a longer time frame than they had requ- - d and paid for. was made and seconded to approve their use of p. es at $6 per spa• .y for 5 days. A deposit of $360 would need to b: ceive. - a permit wo . be issued. The motion passed in a unanimous vo' vote. taff will forward recommendation. 34th MP Motorcycle Ride John presented the 34th Military Police Comp • ide ques < =a.-. for July 24, 2010. This motorcycle ride is a fundr. ' to . ort olarshi t (e name of the fallen soldiers from the 34th Military Compan veryo was highly supportive of this request but thi- -v t is scheduled:: e s• r` time as Lumberjack Days. John ste would 1' le this request for now and would contact the organizers to f • lution. - d to table this item. John will contact the organizers. Lowell Inn request for passenger loading spots Bill presented th- I Inn s req o loading/unloading spaces across the street from their bui .ing. afety conc - e e-ressed with hotel customers needing to move t • it luggag across the pport was expressed for the idea of several loadin: oading spaces b i a different location. The suggestion was made to . the loading . g _ . s in front of the hotel entrance in the place of seve handicap space ce two new handicap spaces in the space in front of the n ddition. A mot • s made and seconded to replace the two southern-mos cap spaces ' m ront of the hotel with two load/unloading parking spots. Then a.. -. .. -,= handicap spaces in the area in front of the addition. The Lowell Inn • e the City for any expenses related to drilling of cement for a signposts. e motion passed in a unanimous voice vote. Bill will contact the Lowell Inn and see if they agree with the recommendation. prices for parking ramp vouchers Bill presented background information on parking ramp vouchers and requested a recommendation on pricing for the vouchers. A motion was made and seconded to Bill will forward the recommendation. page 2 agenda discussion action prices for parking ramp vouchers Bill presented background information on parking ramp vouchers and requested a recommendation on pricing for the vouchers. A motion was made and seconded to offer $2.75 ramp vouchers for non -weekends and $4.75 for weekends. A minimum of 25 would be required for purchase. The motion passed in a unanimous voice vote. Bill will forward the recommendation. parking ramp equipment supplies Dennis presented his concern over city staff having to handle the actual cash and coins from the parking ramp machines when they get full. Everyone a - - • th' was no • good use of staff. The solution is to purchase two more note v. on oin vault that can be switched out when a vault gets full. A motiwas made seconded to purchase two spare note vaults at $551.00/eac d one spar- t at $381.00. The motion passed in a unanimous voice vote Dennis will forward this recommendation for purchase. way -finding signage for parking Mike presented the review city staff completed on way -find to all of t . downtown parking lots. Staff proposed to replace the old wa _ signs with ne signs that reflect changes to downtown parking. A motion w. d seconded to proceed with city staff recommendation to remove the old w. --fin . '• s and to replace them with 14 new signs ($80 per sign and $150 for posts wher. ' •) in th- locations recommended by staff. The motion passed'.; unanimous vol. ity ff will forward this endation for -mentation. 2010 Downtown Stillwater Public Parking Guide Dennis stated the parking guide was soon going t• s and asked if ere any more changes. It was suggested to place o ' Nk` e gui • ouchers are . : ilable. There was a question if the "Events Calendar }; the gu = •mpl ' e. Dennis will forward the suggestions to the parking guide before printing. Aimee and Sherri will contact the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce to ensure the events calendar is complete. updated parking inventory & 15-minute parking spots Bill reviewed the preliminary in t' of parking i "°` Stillwater. The inventory fou otal of 3,10 g spaces in the ` r Central Business District. A 1' 73 perc 4 c parking downtown is free. Educate the public to change the perception that downtown parking is difficult. agenda items tabled for until next meeting Agenda ite ' "Po special eve of parking" was tabled until next meeting as time ran out. Agenda items, "' . icy on parking, ' g gravel lots and 2010 Lot improvement . jects" were -se =- •=.y John and he was called away from the meeting. The : genda items w e until next month's meeting Bill will include the tabled items in next month's agenda. adjourment A motion wa de and seconde . journ until next months meeting. The motion passed in a un ,us voice vo next meeting: The next meeti ay, April 15, 2010, 8:30 a.m. at City Hall. Bill will send out agenda and page 3 Agenda Item 3.01 !1!wate[ THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA TO: Downtown Parking Commission FROM: Bill Turnblad, Community Development Director DATE: April 13, 2010 RE: Renting Downtown Parking Spaces BACKGROUND Over the years various groups have requested the use of downtown parking spaces for events (on -street spaces and parking lot spaces) as well as other private uses. Sometimes the Parking Commission has approved the requests, sometimes not. If approved, sometimes a fee has been charged, but not always. No consistent policy exists. Therefore, the Parking Commission has decided to develop a policy for the private use of public parking spaces downtown. At the January 14, 2010 meeting, the Commission reached a consensus on the issues highlighted below in yellow. The remainder of the issues await discussion at the next Commission meeting. ISSUES 1. Should the City allow the private use of public parking spaces? a. Some cities do not allow private use of public parking spaces, even for events. However, Stillwater has traditionally allowed this, at least for many events. b. The Parking Commission agreed that continuing to allow the use of public parking spaces is acceptable under certain conditions. Those conditions include: 1) if the use is for a Special Event, a Special Event permit must be applied for and approved by the City — the Parking Commission would review such permit applications; 2) if a space or two are being requested, the request could be approved by the City with a simple review by the Parking Commission; 3) if more than a space or two are being requested, then the request should trigger the need for approval by the City Council. 2. Should a fee for the use of the space(s) be charged? a. In the past, most events that have requested exclusive use of public parking spaces have been required to pay for that use. The amount charged is usually tied at least somewhat to the amount of public parking revenue that would be lost to the private use. Examples: i. Rumble on the Deck — Rents all of Lot 3 and the abutting on -street spaces on Water Street. The spaces are used only one day during middle of a week in the summer; 3 PM to 10 PM. The lot has 25 spaces and the street has about 5 spaces. City charges $300. This is $10 per space. ii. Anderson's marathon race — Rented one parking space in a south lot for a portable vault toilet. The toilet occupied the space for 4 days. Cost to park in this lot during high -season is $3. Assuming 2 sales of the spot per day, the parking spot would lose $6 per day for 4 days. So, the Parking Commission charged $24. Parking Space Rental April 13, 2010 Page 2 iii. Mainstream Development — This is an example of a non-event use. Mainstream Developed requested use of parking lot spaces for a staging area for development of their property at Main and Mulberry. Charged $75 per space for each peak season month (since this was not a south lot, it was not charged $100 per month); charged $25 per space for each off-season month. b. Possible rental rates i. Parking lot spaces 1. Special Events a. Peak season rates i. All downtown parking lot spaces- Charge per this formula: Parking rate of the lot (or $3, whichever is more), times 3 assumed sales per day, times two (to cover overhead such as staff time, materials, etc). So, for example, a Special Event space in Lot 2 or Lot 6 would cost $3 x 3 x 2 = $18 per day per space. And, a Special Event space in Lot 1 would cost $5 x 3 x 2 = $30 per day per space. 1. The Commission identified a need to define a "day". Should it be a 24 hour period? If so, should it be midnight to midnight or noon to noon? If not a 24 hour period, then what? No conclusion was reached. ii. Larger Special Events should probably negotiate a fee for the rental of spaces. But, a starting point for the negotiation should be with rental prices that are set using the formulas above. At very least, the benchmark price should cover base costs, which would not include the overhead multiplier. b. Off season rates i. Staff suggested starting point for Parking Commission discussion: 1. All downtown parking lot spaces = 3 hours or less free; more than 3 hours charge $3 per space per day (compared with $18 or $30 per day during peak season). The cost to Brine's for the Bocce Ball Tournament, for example, would be $75, whereas today it is free. 2. Other private use a. Should other private uses be restricted to construction dumpsters and construction staging areas? b. Peak season rates i. Staff suggested starting point for Parking Commission discussion: 1. Charge the same daily rate as for a Special Event during the peak season, but do not include the overhead multiplier. Qwest would have been charged $270 for their 2 space construction staging area for one month, whereas it was approved in 2009 for $20 ($10 monthly permit cost per space). Parking Space Rental April 13, 2010 Page 3 2. Do not allow this type of private use in any of the pay lots. c. Off season rates i. Staff suggested starting point for Parking Commission discussion: 1. Charge the same off season rate as Special Events are charged: $3 per day. Mainstream Development would have been charged $6,480 for their 8 space construction staging area (9 months), whereas it was approved in 2009 for $2,600. 2. Do not allow this type of private use in any of the pay lots. ii. Street parkins spaces 1. Staff suggested starting point for Parking Commission discussion: a. $18 per space per day for peak season. This is the same price as pay lot 2. b. $3 per space per day for off season. 2. No street spaces rented for private use of any kind on Main Street. 3. Requests must be approved by the Parking Commission. If request is for more than two spaces, it would have to be approved by Parking Commission and City Council. c. What about bike races and parades that request "no on -street parking" along the event route? If the route includes the downtown, should that portion of the route be required to pay for the private use of public on -street parking spaces? Or, should it be negotiated with the City Council an formalized with a contract. 3. If a fee is charged for the private use of public parking spaces, should all individuals or groups be required to pay the fee? Or should specific types of non-profit groups be granted an exception? bt Agenda Item 3.02 Spot 4 Proposed Spot 5 Proposed n y' EX(SfiiN,S'F{N/OOT CONTROL P(SNT TO BE REISTABIJSHEO PIER CONSTRUCTION (NIC) 5 Spot 2 Existing Spot 1 Existing - yr. ;terJ Y p�1 T�. �� i 1 i _LETTERING- (WHITE .-LETTERING (WI alP 0 25 50 100 SCALE LEGEND IN FEET i T NOTES PROPOSED 8518 CONCRETE CURB & CU' SIGN PANEL SUPPORT SYMBOL FOR SIGN TO BE SALVAGED & F 4" SOLID V-IITE PAVEMENT MARKING FOR (STALL LENGTH = 21', 'MOTH FROM FOC 6" SOLID YELLOW TRANSVERSE LINES AT 45' (6' SPACING) SURROUNDED BY 4- SOLID OOULBLE YELLOW PAVEMENT M, 1) SIGNS TO BE SALVAGED SHALL 8E REINSTALLED AFTER SIDEWALA Agenda Item 3.08 LA.in etAACli-I¢d, CITY OF STILLWATER, MINNESOTA STATEMENT OF NET ASSETS Parking Fund December 31, 2009 Parking Fund Parking Ramp Parking Adjusting 570 720 Entries ASSETS Totals Current assets: Cash and pooled investments $ (96,495) $ 522,949 $ - $ 426,454 Accrued interest receivable - 1,121 1,121 Accounts receivable 6,530 6,530 Due from other governments 148 659 a 807 Prepaid items 584 - 584 Total current assets (96,495) 531,332 659 435,496 Noncurrent assets: Capital Assets: Land 90,947 733,409 824,356 Building and other improvements - improvements other than building Machinery and equipment - - Vehicles Infrastructure Construction in progress - Less accumulated depreciation - (297,953) (297,953) Total capital assets (net of accumulated depreciation) 90,947 435,456 526,403 Total assets (5,548) 966,788 659 961,899 LIABILITIES Current liabilities: Accounts payable Contracts payable Salaries payable Interfund payable Due to other governments Due to component unit Compensated absences payable Total current liabilities Noncurrent liabilities: Compensated absences Net OPEB obligation Total noncurent liabilities Total liabilities 1,291 5,056 6,347 1,291 1,291 2,833 - 2,833 429 - 429 (659) 659 a - 1,939 1,939 9,598 659 11,548 16,405 16,405 4,482 20,887 30,485 659 4,482 20,887 32,435 NET ASSETS Net assets, invested in capital assets 90,947 435,456 526,403 Unrestricted (97,786) 500,847 - 403,061 Total net assets $ (6,839) $ 936,303 $ $ 929,464 CITY OF STILLWATER, MINNESOTA STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND NET ASSETS PARKING FUND Year ended December 31, 2009 OPERATING REVENUES Charges for services OPERATING EXPENSES Personnel services Supplies Other services and charges Miscellaneous Depreciation Total operating expenses Income (loss) from operations NONOPERATING REVENUES (EXPENSES) Interest income Gain (Loss) on disposal of capital asets Other income Total nonoperating revenues Income (loss) before contributions and transfers Capital contributions Transfers out Change in net assets Parking Ramp 570 Parking 720 2,502 $ 176,086 7,913 1,428 9,341 (6,839) (6,839) (6,839) 95,221 6,109 49,389 2,152 35,869 188,740 (12,654) 8,035 8,035 (4,619) (4,619) Totals $ 178,588 95,221 14,022 50,817 2,152 35,869 198,081 (19,493) 8,035 8,035 (11,458) (11,458) Net assets, January 1 940,922 940,922 Net assets, December 31 $ (6,839) $ 936,303 $ 929,464 CITY OF STILLWATER, MINNESOTA STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS PROPRIETARY FUNDS Year Ended December 31, 2009 Parking CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Receipts from customers and users $ 177,835 Payments to suppliers (66,061) Payments to employees (90,701) Net cash from operating activities 21,073 CASH FLOWS FROM NONCAPITAL FINANCING ACTIVITIES Loans from other funds Watershed subsidy Net cash from noncapital financing activities CASH FLOWS FROM CAPITAL AND RELATED FINANCING ACTIVITIES Acquisition and construction of capital assets Transfer to other funds Capital contributions Proceeds from the sale of captiai assets Proceeds from taxes, assessments, connections Net cash from capital and related financing activities CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Interest received on investments Net cash from investing activities Net increase (decrease) in cash and pooled investments Cash and pooled investments, January 1 Cash and pooled investments, December 31 429 429 (90,946) (90, 946) 12,167 12,167 (57,277) 483,731 $ 426,454 RECONCILIATION OF OPERATING INCOME (LOSS) TO NET CASH PROVIDED (USED) BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES Operating income (loss) $ (19,493) Adjustments to reconcile operating income (loss) to net cash provided (used) by operating activities: Depreciation expense 35,869 (Increase) Decrease in Assets: Accounts receivable (200) Due from other governments (553) Prepaid items Increase (Decrease) in Liabilities: Accounts payable 5,670 Contracts payable (4,347) Salaries payable 1,084 Due to other governments (393) Due to component unit Compensated absences payable 1,033 Net OPEB obligation 2,403 Total adjustments $ 40,566 Net cash from operating activities The notes to the financial statements are an integral part of this statement 46 $ 21,073 Agenda Item 3.09 T H E BIRTHPLACE OF NIINNESOTA TO: Downtown Parking Commission FROM: Michel Pogge, City Planner DATE: April 14, 2010 RE: Plans and Specs for Ramp Video System Agenda Item 3.10 Since opening the parking ramp it has become clear to staff that some type of video surveillance is needed. We have had a number of events in the ramp including graffiti, human defecation in stairway, and driving though (and destroying) one of the gate arms to avoid paying. The ramp was pre -wired to accommodate 38 separate video cameras. Additional locations are needed to be installed to adequacy cover the lobby area (which is currently prewired for one camera and likely will need three cameras) and the elevator to name a two. Staff believes the initial system should have around 20 cameras and a video recorded able to archive 30 days of video. This type of system will run in the range of $30,000 to $60,000 to purchase and have installed. Additionally, the video recorder will be design so that it can expand to a minimum of 48 cameras within the parking ramp and possibly serve as the backbone to a future downtown camera system. Staff has spent some time looking at various systems including systems at Washington County and a Metro Transit Parking Ramp to see what options are available. Through these visits, it has become apparent that the City does not have the knowledge required to effectively design an effective video system. Therefore, staff is recommending the Commission hire an outside firm to develop a set of plans and specifications for the system that can be sent out for bid to various vendors. Staff solicited and received three proposals to complete this work. Their rates were as follows: • Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc. $5,120 • Bonestroo $5,414 • Dunham Associates, Inc. $7,000 Paulson & Clark Engineering came highly recommended by Washington County. As the low bid, staff recommends entering into an agreement with Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc. to complete plans and specifications for a video surveillance system in the parking ramp. Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc. 2352 East County Road J, White Bear Lake, Minnesota 55110 Phone 651/407/6056 Fax 651/407/6476 Em ail dpaulson@paulsonclark.com 4/14/10 Michel Pogge, AICP City Planner City of Stillwater 216 North Fourth Street Stillwater, MN 55082 RE: Proposal for Security Design Service Stillwater Municipal Parking Ramp Dear Michel, Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc., (Consultant) is pleased to submit the following proposal for your consideration on the above referenced project. This proposal is based on our Project Understanding and Basic Services, as identified below. PROJECT UNDERSTANDING: The City of Stillwater (Owner) intends to install video cameras in the newly constructed municipal parking ramp. The video system design will call for an initial installation of approximately 20 cameras and a new digital recording\monitoring system. The ramp has been pre -wired for 38 cameras and the owner has identified additional areas where cameras with new wiring will be required. The system will be designed to scale to approximately 48 total cameras. The owner will compile, publish, and administer all contract documents. The consultant will provide a specification and drawings. The project design is expected to be completed within 4 weeks of authorization to proceed. Paulson & Clark Engineering, Stillwater Municipal Ramp Security Design Page 1 of 5 The following basic services shall be provided to the owner when requested by a written authorization. BASIC SERVICES • One meeting with the owner to review requirements o DVR vs. Software Solutions o Server and Storage requirements o Power and HVAC considerations o IP Cams vs. Analog camera on UTP cable o Use of mega pixel cameras with newer H.264 compression o Monitoring of live video o Display of recorded video • Provide one project spec section (Video Surveillance) and drawings to include floor plans, device details\schedules, and riser diagrams. All deliverables will be sent in electronic PDF format. • Paulson and Clark Engineering is not providing electrical drawings, electrical circuiting, or conduit design. It is assumed that any electrical work that may be required would be minimal and would be contracted directly by the owner. • Assist with bid clarifications and bid award OPTIONAL SERVICES • Attend up to 3 construction meetings as follows: o Kickoff o Midpoint o 90% Review • Review shop drawings • Correspond with contractors\owner during construction • Review As-builts as provided by contractors. • Provide an on site acceptance test Compensation Our proposed fees for basic security design services are $5,120 and will be billed on an hourly not to exceed basis. Our proposed fees for optional security designs services are $2,700 and will be billed on an hourly not to exceed basis. Paulson & Clark Engineering, Stillwater Municipal Ramp Security Design Page 2 of 5 Our fee is based on the following estimate of services: City of Stillwater Design Estimate for Basic Services Systems Description Design System CAD Determine Requirements with Owner 8 Video System Specification and Drawings 20 8 Bid Clarifications, Review and Award 4 CA Meetings \ Changes 0 0 Acceptance 0 Total Hours 32 8 Rate $ 135 $ 100 Hours x Rate $ 4,320 $ 800 Total Fee $ 5,120 City of Stillwater Design Estimate for Optional Services Systems Description Design System CAD Determine Requirements with Owner 0 Video System Specifications and Drawings 0 0 Bid Clarifications, Shop Review, and Award 0 Construction Admin, Changes 16 0 Acceptance Testing 4 Total Hours 20 0 Rate $ 135 $ 100 Hours x Rate $ 2,700 $ Total Fee $ 2,700 ADDITIONAL SERVICES Services not included under basic services include but are not limited to: • Additional site meetings • Electrical Drawings • System Re -design • Drawing reproduction or Hard Copies • Contractual front end documentation Paulson & Clark Engineering, Stillwater Municipal Ramp Security Design Page 3 of 5 Additional services can be provided with written authorization at standard hourly rates. STANDARD HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE (Effective through December of 2010) Principal in Charge $135.00 *Senior Systems Designer $135.00 Senior Engineer $120.00 *Systems Designer/Drafter $100.00 Senior Designer $ 90.00 Engineer $ 85.00 Designer $ 75.00 CADD Drafter $ 65.00 *Staff intended to work on this project. For Additional Services performed by others retained by Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc., the client shall be billed the amount billed to Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc. times a factor of 1.15. REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES Reimbursable expenses are not included under fees for basic services. Reimbursable expenses include, but are not limited to: 1. Special delivery, postage, etc. 2. Mileage to and from meetings, site, etc. REIMBURSABLE SCHEDULE (Effective through December of 2010) Mileage per IRS Standard Mileage Rate Vellum Sheets $1.25/sq. ft. Reproducible Bond Sheets $0.70/sq. ft. Photo Copies $0.05/sheet Reimbursable expense other those listed above (i.e. deliveries, travel expenses, outsourced reproduction services) will be billed at cost. Paulson & Clark Engineering, Stillwater Municipal Ramp Security Design Page 4 of 5 Miscellaneous The following shall be submitted to Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc. • Auto CAD Backgrounds and title block requirements • A template for the project manual specifications Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc. and associated consultants shall not be responsible for the means, methods, procedures or sequences of construction, safety on the job or have direct control of the contractor during this project. It is acknowledged by both parties that Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc. services do not include any services related to asbestos, lead paint, or hazardous or toxic materials. All claims, disputes, and controversies arising out of or in relation to the performance, interpretation, application, or enforcement of the Agreement, including but not limited to breach thereof, shall be referred for mediation under the then current construction industry mediation rules of the American Arbitration Association, prior to any recourse to arbitration or litigation. All claims, disputes, and controversies arising out of or in relation to the performance, interpretation, application, or enforcement of the Agreement shall be decided in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. This proposal will remain open for acceptance for a period of thirty days. If this proposal is acceptable, please sign below and fax a copy back to our office so that we may proceed with the work. This proposal will serve as a letter agreement and the terms of this agreement will be per the provisions outlined in AIA C141-1997. If there are any items of conflict between this letter agreement and the AIA C141-1997, this agreement shall supercede. Consulting Firm: Client: 4/14/10 Signature Date Signature Dan Paulson Michel Pogge Paulson & Clark Engineering, Inc. City of Stillwater Date Paulson & Clark Engineering, Stillwater Municipal Ramp Security Design Page 5 of 5 April 14, 2010 Mr. Michel Pogge City Planner City of Stillwater 216 North Fourth Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Re: Proposal for Parking Ramp Security Camera Design Dear Mike: Thank you for the opportunity to propose our professional services for this project. We look forward to working with you. 2335 Highway 36 W St. Paul, MN 55113 Tel 651-636-4600 Fax 651-636-1311 www.bonestroo.com Bonestroo PROJECT UNDERSTANDING AND SCOPE OF BASIC SERVICES Mike FitzPatrick reviewed the proposed work with Mike Pogge. Based on that conversation and subsequent clarifications, we understand that the project involves providing bidding documents, including drawings and specifications, for approximately 20 color cameras and possibly one or two license plate recognition cameras. Bonestroo understands that the City is meeting with Metro Transit and touring the parking ramps recently completed by Bonestroo and that final camera selection may be impacted by this tour. Bonestroo will provide the required bidding documents for the cameras and head -end equipment as required for a complete and operable system. We understand that the conduit and CAT6 cable have been installed and that few modifications are required to the existing system. Bonestroo will design the required modifications to the existing conduit and wire system, and will prepare drawings and specifications accordingly. This includes mid -span switches in areas where multiple cameras may be required, but only one cable is existing. Most of the cameras are located outdoors, and equipment specified must be appropriate for that environment. Bonestroo will design the 120V system for the cameras, if necessary. This will include receptacles for the head -end equipment and 120V power to the cameras as needed. We will work with the City to provide IP and POE compatible cameras, which will reduce the need for 120V wiring and power supplies for each camera. City of Stillwater Parking Ramp Security Camera Design We understand that the City will: • Use the bidding documents created by Bonestroo to solicit bids from vendors • Be responsible for the bidding process • Be responsible for construction services Meetings/Site Visits 1. Orientation meeting/data gathering — kickoff meeting and site visit 2. 50% detailed design review meeting 3. 95% detailed design review meeting ADDITIONAL SERVICES Page 2 April 15, 2010 Any services not identified within the above scope of basic services would be considered additional services. The following is a partial list of potential additional services: 1. Our proposal does not include heat/cooling calculation in the rooms in which additional equipment is to be installed. If the City would like to have a mechanical engineer reevaluate space heating/cooling requirements, Bonestroo can provide that service on an hourly basis if requested. 2. Our proposal does not include programming, maintenance, or commissioning of the security system. We have assumed that these services will be provided by the contractor under the bidding contract. 3. Our proposal does not include additional meeting beyond those listed above. Attendance at additional meetings can be provided on an hourly basis if requested. 4. Our proposal does not include services during the bidding or construction services phases of the project. Bonestroo can provide these services on an hourly basis if requested. KEY STAFF Mike FitzPatrick: Mike will manage the project and lead the design efforts. He specializes in lighting, security, and data system design and drafting. Mike has designed lighting and security systems or retrofits for the Kenrick Avenue, I-35W and County Road C, 28th Avenue, and Foley Park and Rides. Aaron Mueller, PE, LEED AP: Aaron will oversee the project. He is Bonestroo's electrical team leader and is a LEED accredited design professional. Aaron is experienced in many types of electrical design, including lighting, backup power generation, power distribution, and process/ equipment controls. City of Stillwater Parking Ramp Security Camera Design SCHEDULE Page 3 April 15, 2010 We are available to begin working on this project immediately upon notice to proceed. We are committed to completing the project on a mutually agreed upon schedule. ESTIMATED FEE We propose to provide the services described above for a lump sum fee of $5,414, including expenses. If you would like additional information or have questions regarding this proposal, please call me at 651-604-4896. We appreciate this opportunity to serve the City of Stillwater. Sincerely, BONESTROO GU - Mike FitzPatrick Project Manager Attachments: Resumes, Project Experience copy: Tina Goodroad, Bonestroo Aaron Mueller, Bonestroo EDUCATION Dunwoody College Associate Degree Electrical Century College Associate Degree Arts COMPUTER EXPERIENCE Architectural Desktop AutoCAD Visual PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) TRAINING Work Zone Traffic Control Safety and Roadway Lighting Course - Level I Roadway Lighting Design Manual Course ELECTRICAL DESIGNER Michael T. FitzPatrick - Qualifications for Stillwater Parking Ramp Security Camera Design Mr. FitzPatrick joined Bonestroo in 1999 and currently serves as an Electrical Designer. Mike specializes in lighting design and electrical drafting and design. His responsibilities include project layout, preparing detail design drawings and specifications for all electrical segments of civil engineering and architectural projects; shop drawing review; and site inspections, such as preliminary inspections and final inspections. Relevant Experience METRO TRANSIT - I-35 LAKEVILLE PARKING STRUCTURE Mike was the electrical designer for the project. He was responsible for developing the electrical portion of the constructions documents, handling questions and addenda during bidding, and construction services including any RFI, CO, site observations, and shop drawing review. Bonestroo provided design, bidding, and construction support for a new parking structures constructed on an existing park and pool lot on the east side of I-35 in Lakeville. The project consisted of a multi -level parking structure to accommodate up to 500 parking spaces. METRO TRANSIT TWIN LAKES PARKING STRUCTURE Mike was the electrical designer for the project. He was responsible for developing the electrical portion of the constructions documents, handling questions and addenda during bidding, and construction services, including any RFI, CO, site observations, and shop drawing review. Bonestroo provided design, bidding, and construction support for a new parking structure constructed in the Twin Lakes development in Roseville near County Road C and Cleveland. The project consisted of a multi -level parking structure to accommodate 460 parking spaces. 65TH AND BROOKLYN BLVD PARK AND RIDE SECURITY AND IRRIGATION Mike was the electrical design for the project. He was responsible for developing the electrical portion of the construction documents, handling questions and addenda during bidding, and construction services, including any RFI, CO, site observations, and shop drawing review. CENTURY COLLEGE - WEST CAMPUS PARKING LOT RECONSTRUCTION Mike was the electrical designer for the project. He was responsible for developing the electrical portion of the construction documents, handling questions and addenda during bidding, and construction services, including any RFI, CO, site observations, and shop drawing review. This project features the phased reconstruction of a 2,000+ stall parking lot, including lighting and stormwater management improvements. Bonestroo EDUCATION North Dakota State University Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering CURRENT LICENSES Professional Engineer —MN Engineer In Training —ND Professional Engineer —WI Professional Engineer —IL CERTIFICATIONS Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Accredited Professional PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers (MSPE) ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Aaron R. Mueller, PE, LEED AP - Qualifications for Stillwater Parking Ramp Security Camera Design Aaron specializes in the electrical design of various building types, lighting applications, and SCADA designs. His main responsibilities include managing our electrical designers and drafters, project management, power distribution design, standby power systems, lighting designs for buildings, pathways and roadways, SCADA systems, Arc flash surveys, power quality studies, product research, specification preparation, quality assurance, and construction inspections. Aaron's experience includes a variety of projects involving existing building improvements and new construction. Relevant Experience METRO TRANSIT - I-35 LAKEVILLE PARKING STRUCTURE Aaron reviewed the electrical design and signed the plans. Bonestroo provided design, bidding, and construction support for a new parking structures constructed on an existing park and pool lot on the east side of I-35 in Lakeville. The project consisted of a multi -level parking structure to accommodate up to 500 parking spaces. METRO TRANSIT TWIN LAKES PARKING STRUCTURE Aaron reviewed the electrical design and signed the plans. Bonestroo provided design, bidding, and construction support for a new parking structure constructed in the Twin Lakes development in Roseville near County Road C and Cleveland. The project consisted of a multi -level parking structure to accommodate 460 parking spaces. 65TH AND BROOKLYN BLVD PARK AND RIDE SECURITY AND IRRIGATION Aaron reviewed the electrical design and signed the plans. CENTURY COLLEGE - WEST CAMPUS PARKING LOT RECONSTRUCTION Aaron reviewed the electrical design and signed the plans. This project features the phased reconstruction of a 2,000+ stall parking lot, including lighting and stormwater management improvements. RICHFIELD SECURITY AND EXTERIOR LIGHTING UPGRADES Aaron was responsible for building exterior security lighting and controls design. Bonestroo provided electrical engineering assistance with site security lighting and interior security issues. The project also included short review and recommendation on the generator enclosure. Bonestroo INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN - WATER TREATMENT PLANT EXPANSION Aaron was responsible for the electrical design of this water treatment plant expansion, which included conference room lighting and controls, innovative display lighting, filter cell lighting, and weir lighting. His work also included SCADA controls and monitoring and power distribution. Bonestroo designed the original 6.02 mgd facility in 1999 to economically accommodate expansion that would double the plant's total capacity. We also designed the facility's expansion project, thereby doubling the facility's capacity. OAK PARK HEIGHTS, MN - WATER SYSTEM SCADA IMPROVEMENTS Aaron aided the City in developing a new SCADA system for its water distribution/treatment system. The project involved design of new telemetry to the remote sites, modified controls, new master PLC equipment, and a SCADA computer monitoring station. The system also included capabilities to add future monitoring and controls of the City's sanitary lift station. WOODBURY, MN - 2009 SCADA UPGRADES Aaron performed a review of the City's existing SCADA system for its water treatment/distribution system, sanitary lift stations, and stormwater lift stations. During the review, the City and various product vendors were consulted and problem areas identified. After the review was completed, Aaron assembled a report that proposed multiple options to improving the City's monitoring, controls, trending, and reporting capabilities. Included in the report various advantages and disadvantages were presented, as well as installation cost estimates and a 15-year cost analysis. The report led into the development of construction documents for the installation of the SCADA upgrades. SARTELL, MN - SW WATER TREATMENT PLANT Aaron performed the electrical design for the new water treatment plant. Design items included power distribution, standby power generation, lighting, SCADA, electrical design of three remote submersible well sites, and remodel of existing chemical rooms in the existing treatment plant. Work also included providing a security system at the new plant, which was integrated into the City's existing security system network. Aaron reviewed shop drawings, responded to contractor's questions, and assisted with construction observations. The overall project involved design and construction of a new 6 mgd conventional gravity filter plant for iron and manganese removal. The plant was designed to be easily expanded to 16 mgd. Bonestroo PROPOSAL Representative Experience METRO TRANSIT - 28TH AVENUE PARKING STRUCTURE SECURITY/ CAMERA SYSTEM UPGRADE Bonestroo is providing bidding documents, including drawings and specifications, for 25 color cameras and two license plate recognition cameras for ten new IP type emergency call stations. Our work includes electrical engineering design, bidding assistance, construction administration, and meetings and site visits. METRO TRANSIT — 65TH AND BROOKLYN BOULEVARD PARK AND RIDE SECURITY AND IRRIGATION Bonestroo recently designed a new security system for the existing 65th and Brooklyn Boulevard Park & Ride facility. This project included five megapixel cameras, two standard pixel cameras, and two license plate recognition cameras for a total of nine new cameras. The megapixel cameras and standard pixel cameras were all IP type outdoor rated cameras. Our work included electrical engineering design, bidding assistance, construction administration, meetings, and site visits. METRO TRANSIT — ROSEVILLE, LAKEVILLE, BURNSVILLE, AND BROOKLYN CENTER PARKING RAMPS Bonestroo designed and managed the installation of two new parking ramp stretchers in Roseville and Lakeville for Metro Transit. The two new parking structures included a security camera system. We also designed an expansion to an existing parking ramp security cameras system in Burnsville for Metro Transit. Bonestroo also designed a new cameras system for an outdoor park and ride for Metro Transit in Brooklyn Center. The cameras systems at each of the locations included both megapixel cameras and standard pixel cameras, IP and analog cameras, and license plate cameras. CENTURY COLLEGE - WEST CAMPUS PARKING LOT RECONSTRUCTION Bonestroo designed and managed the installation of a 2,000-car parking lot improvement project for Century College. Bonestroo successfully designed a camera system that was installed at the Century College parking lot. The cameras installed were IP cameras both pan -tilt -zoom (ptz) and fixed cameras. Due to the distance limitations of the IP system (330m), a fiber wiring solution was used. The new cameras were integrated into an existing security system for access via the security system from any computer on campus for live monitoring, camera pan -tilt -zoom control, or video playback. This project also included six"code blue" emergency call stations that were integrated into the cameras system so the cameras automatically rotated and zoomed to the code blue station that is under the emergency call. Bonestroo RICHFIELD WATER TREATMENT PLANT Bonestroo provided engineering assistance with the water treatment facility staff to improve the site's security. We collaborated with City staff and the local police department to develop a more secure facility. Items included replacement of windows, motorized gate, new card readers, CCTV system, and improved interior and exterior lighting. The new equipment allowed the City to easily identify visitors and control the access to the site and buildings. In addition, the lighting levels around the facility were greatly enhanced assisted local police and plant operators to view the site during night time events. In addition, the design was pleasing to local residential property owners. 4 Bonestroo DUNHAIVI 'DELIVERS. April 14, 2010 Michel Pogye, AICP City Planner City of Stillwater 216 North Fourth Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Subject:Video Surveillance System Design PRI Dar Michel:. Dunham Associates, Inc. hereby proposes to furnish electrical engineering services for the following project: Pit Desciiption Provide a video surveillance system to be -nstalled in the new Sti heater Parking Structure located at 200 21" Street, Stillwater Minnesota. The video surveillance system will utilize No cabling infrastructure designed and irstalled during the bui±ding's conetructon process, Sect Bas c Services Services for the various phases of the project shall be as described below: 1. Consuaing and Design Period Services: I. Video Surveillance System a. Services include preparing plans and specifications for the solicitation of bids for the procurement and installation of video surveillance system equipment. The system wit= be designed for the Stillwater Parking Structure, but will allow for future connection to othrr sites via LAN/WAN systems. The final system shall consist of cameras, 0 gital Video Recorders, data transmission wiring, and the ability to integrate with access controlfintruson detection systems for a completely integrated and functioning system. The design to, camera cabling, terminations, racks, cutlets_ and power sources was included in the base building's construction contract. b. System size to be determined dunng Owner meetings, with an astirnatsd maximum Ievel of iorty (40) cameras in the system. c. Services nclude the time for Iwo (2) meetings with the Owner ario oocedinatior with the Owner's representative and Contractors. II. Bidding Period Services: 1. Ass et the Owner in reviewing and evalu n the bids for the systems fisted above. DUNHAM itl SotSizlh 5Ireet) SWIG t 100 Minieepolia, Micnesc'ts 55402.154D PNIJAE 8r2.466,7560 ACC 812 465. tt Ck'.Ir tiamocg.f,On1 Michel Pogge City of Stillwater III. Construction Period Services: April 14, 2010 Page 2 1. Review of shop drawings. 2. Answer contractor questions during construction. 3. Construction Observation/Punch List at project completion/ Optional Additional Services The services identified below are not included in Basic Services and shall only be provided if authorized in writing by The City of Stillwater. 1. Design services for or modifications to any existing buildings and their systems. 2. Preparation of detailed construction cost estimates. 3. Restart costs if project is delayed over 30 days. 4. Design of owner or architect initiated changes to the project during construction, or significant changes to the project scope during the design phase. 5. Redesign or design services in response to Contractor generated errors or construction not in accordance with the contract documents. 6. Construction observation trips beyond the quantity stipulated in the Project Basic Services. 7. Commissioning of the building mechanical and electrical systems. 8. Services not listed as Basic Services. Compensation Our compensation for Basic Services will be: Hourly at the rates outlined in our current rate schedule attached in Appendix A not to exceed a maximum of $7,000, plus normal reimbursable expenses including postage and courier, reproduction for out -of -office use, and any expenses associated with out-of-town travel for the project, billed at cost. Additional Services Compensation For additional services beyond those defined as Project Basic Services, and when these Additional Services have been prior approved in writing by City of Stillwater, our compensation will be hourly at the rates outlined in our current rate schedule attached in Appendix A, plus normal reimbursable expenses, billed at cost. Invoicing 1. We will invoice you for our services monthly, for services performed during the previous month. 1:\Proposals\2011\Commercial\Pro-City of Stillwater Parking Ramp Video Surveillance.docx Michel Pogge City of Stillwater Payments April 14, 2010 Page 3 Payments are due and payable 30 days from the date of our invoice. If payments are not received when due and payable, then we may assess interest on the outstanding balance at a rate of 1.0% per month, with interest accruing beginning thirty days from the date of the invoice. Miscellaneous Provisions Insurance Dunham Associates shall keep in force for the term of the project, a professional liability insurance policy insuring it against negligent acts, errors, or omissions in the maximum amount of $1,000,000. Allocation of Risk The risk involved in this project, has been allocated such that the Client agrees that Dunham Associates' total liability to Client for any and all injuries, claims, losses, expenses, damages or claims expenses arising out of this Agreement from any cause or causes, shall not exceed the total amount of our fee. Such causes include but are not limited to: design professional's negligent acts, errors or omissions, strict liability, breach of contract, or breach of implied or express warranty. Hazardous Materials It is acknowledged by both parties that Dunham Associates scope of services does not include any services related to asbestos or hazardous or toxic materials. In the event Dunham Associates or any other party encounters asbestos or hazardous or toxic materials at the jobsite, or should it become known in any way that such materials may be present at the jobsite or any adjacent areas that may affect the performance of Dunham Associates' services, Dunham Associates may, at their option and without liability for consequential or any other damages, suspend performance of services on the project until the Client retains appropriate specialist consultant(s) or contractor(s) to identify, abate and/or remove the asbestos or hazardous or toxic materials, and warrant that the jobsite is in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Disputes All claims, disputes, and other matters in question arising out of or relating to this agreement or the break thereof, shall be decided in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. Any controversy or claim arising out of or related to the contract, or the breach thereof, shall first be submitted to the American Arbitration Association Mediation Department. A mutually agreed upon qualified dispute organization may be used. Mediation shall continue until resolution of the dispute or until the mediator notifies the parties that it is unlikely that the dispute will be resolved through mediation. Termination This agreement may be terminated by either party giving written notice to the other party ten (10) days prior to the termination date. Dunham Associates shall be paid for work completed through the date of termination notice for services performed on an hourly basis at two and one-half times the direct personnel expense incurred, and reimbursable expenses incurred up to the termination date, plus any termination expenses. J:\Proposals1201 11Commercial\Pro-City of Sill'water Parking Ramp Video Surveillance.docx Michel Pogge City of Stillwater Outer April t 4, 2010 Page 4 Dunham Associates' sole contractual relationship shall by with the Client and nothing herein shall be construed to create any obligation or contractual refat unship between Dunham Associates and any third party. Dunham Associates relies solely and exclus vely on the Client to provide compete accurate and t rnely information o4 the Owner's design criteria YerikalkaStiallfinfig..92411i2Ete Inasmuch as the remodeling andior rehabilitation of an existing structure recuires that certain assumptions be made regarding existing conditions, and because some of these assumptions may not be verifiable without expending additional sums of money or destroying otherwise adequate or serviceable portions of the structure, the Client agrees to bear acosts, losses and expenses. including the coat of the Design Prolessional's additional services, a isirig or allegedly arising from the discovery of concealed or unknown conditions in the existing structure, This proposal s val,d for 60 days. h it is acceptable to you, please authorize us to proceed by signing both original documents and returning oio to our office. We w II proceed with our work upon} rece pl of your signed proposal. Thank you tor the opportunity to provide you wits this proposal. We look forward to working with yo, on this project. S neerely, Nathan Wriedt, PE. RCDD, LEED AP Senior Assaatate Eiectrical Engineer DUNHAM ASSOCIATES, INC. copy: Accounting Department Marketing Department Attachments. Appendices A and B are attached and part ct th a regiment. ACCEPTED FOR ACCEPTED FOR DUNHAM ASSOCIATES, INC. BseAerPf BY Darrell Martin, Partner DATE ."I7 ' ?`'tom City of Stillwater Authorized Signer for the City of St water DATE 1;rt k <�I ei t ` :tw riatoi r1�rcr Ily at rrnnrwatn� ParleilJ RrmN')IiI o Sui,vulllu•h APPENDIX A DUNHAM ASSOCIATES, INC. HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE Through March 31, 2011 Hourly billing rates are: Principals $180 Project Managers $160 Engineer III $160 All other employees on an hourly basis of 2.5 [ ] times direct personnel expense (DPE). Direct personnel expense is defined as the direct salaries of the employee and their mandatory and usual benefits such as taxes, vacation, sick leave, and insurance. Typical hourly billing rates for these employees are: Engineer II Engineer I Designer III Designer II Designer I Drafter II Drafter I Energy Modeling Specialist Commissioning Specialist Support Staff $100.00 - 145.00 $80.00 - 120.00 $110.00- 160.00 $70.00 - 115.00 $60.00 - 85.00 $50.00 - 80.00 $45.00 - 70.00 $120.00 - 145.00 $95.00 - 120.00 $50.00 - 65.00 APPENDIX B LIST OF BASIC SERVICES WHICH WILL BE PROVIDED ELECTRICAL A. Specifications 1. Standard Divisions 26, 27 and 28 format. B. Electrical Service Provisions 1. Existing System. C. Electrical Distribution System 1. New Surveillance shall be coordinated with the existing distribution system. D. Emergency Power 1. Selection of emergency power system. F. Special Systems 1. Video Surveillance System layout and specification. G. Construction Support 1. Review contractor's shop drawings. 2. Construction observations, besides Final Punch List, will be an additional service, as requested by the Owner. Agenda Item 3.10 RIVER MARKET Community. Co-op 221 North Main Street, Ste. 1 Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Telephone: (651) 439-0366 Facsimile: (651) 439-9389 April 13, 2010 Bill Tumblad Community Development Director 216 North Fourth St. Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Mr. Turnblad, Please consider putting up a no parking sign(s) on Water Street, directly east of our receiving dock area. We will try to send you a picture as soon as we can, but there is a danger for cars parked directly east of our loading dock when 40 foot semi trailer trucks try to back into our dock. I think one answer could be a "No Parking Before Noon" type of sign. I write this as a result of another concerned driver talking to me about the problem this morning. Thank you for your time and consideration, Mead Stone General Manager River Market Community Co-op