*Said Don Uram on January 9th, "Our snowplow is working real well this year."  Asked Mayor Thun, "Any number of how much money we've saved?"  Replied Mr. Uram, "I'm hesitant to say anything because we could really get dumped on."=

         *Council reviewed the performance of City Administrator Don Uram in January.  Reported Mayor Thun, "I want to mention that the council overwhelmingly gave Don a vote of confidence.  We believe he can continue to make a positive difference.  We're very pleased to have Don as our city administrator."

         *Council retained Westwood Professional Services to provide professional services for park improvements at Rhapsody Park with a low bid of $7,200.  Westwood will prepare construction documents for use by the city in soliciting quotes from contractors to construct the improvements at 2550 Vogel Farm Road in Victoria.  The proposed improvements include a multi-purpose ball field on the north side of the shelter and may also include a half-court basketball court, landscaping, an fencing.  The city's total project budget is $75,000.

         *Council authorized application for the Local Road Improvement Program through MnDOT for the reconstruction of the remainder of 78th Street from Hwy 5 to Madelyn Creek.  Overall estimated cost is $1 million.  Funding through the program is capped at $500,000.

         *Council approved a proposal from Riesselman of Excelsior to complete the facility assessment at the Recreation Center for a cost not to exceed $6,500.  The assessment will review heating, air conditioning, building interior, exterior, ice system, flooring, anticipated continued maintenance.

 

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