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May 10, 2022 Page 4 of 5 impact this building. Councilmember Allen stated he appreciated the Planning Commission’s recommendation encouraging the Council to pursue sustainability measures within this project. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola explained the Planning Commission wanted to ensure the solar array would continue to operate at the Public Works facility along with other energy efficient measures. Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas asked if the solar panels would be removed and replaced by a solar company or would this work be completed by staff. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola stated he was uncertain, but assumed a solar company would be brought in to assist the City with the reinstallation project. Parks and Recreation Director Fink reported this work would be completed by the company that placed the solar panels on the building originally. Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas discussed the life of the existing building, noting it had been in use for 48 years. She questioned what the life would expectancy would be on the newer portion of the building. City Manager Massopust stated the remainder of the building provides good service to staff. He commented on the changes that occurred since the Midtown Village was constructed, which has created greater efficiencies for public works staff. He reported the expansion would allow staff to move forward in terms of operations. Parks and Recreation Director Fink commented on a study that was completed for the Public Works Facility and stated the proposed building would meet staffs needs both now and going into the future. Councilmember Axberg asked if environmental standards would be considered for the new part of the building. Parks and Recreation Director Fink reported staff would be working with PREC and the Partners in Energy Program to create sustainability goals for this project. She explained that it was difficult to retrofit a building into something that would meet LEED or B3 standards. However, she noted staff would be constructing this building in a manner that was efficient that also saves the City money and energy. Councilmember Abdulle thanked City staff for pursuing energy and efficiency standards within this project. He believed it was important for the City to lead by example. Councilmember Allen stated he was proud of the way the City works to position and invest in its infrastructure. Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas noted for the record the Council discussed this item in detail at the April 26 worksession meeting. She thanked staff for recognizing the gender diversification of the public works staff within the new facility. Motion by Councilmember Abdulle, seconded by Councilmember Axberg to adopt a Resolution approving a Site Plan to authorize expansion of the existing Public Works Building located at 700 5th Street NW. A roll call vote was taken. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays-Motion Carried Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Updates Devin Massopust City Manager Massopust reported the New Brighton city-wide garage sale will be held May 12 through May 15. He explained the City sponsored clean up day would be held on Saturday, May 21 at the Public Works facility. He stated the City was seeking election judges at this time and those interested were encouraged to visit the City’s website. Graeme Allen Councilmember Allen reported the Public Safety Commission met on Monday, May 9 and discussed the potential to lower the speed limit on residential streets in New Brighton. He encouraged residents to participate on the New Brighton clean up day on Saturday, May 21. Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Updates