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I I I City Council Minutes September 9, 1996 Page 2 Special Order of Business. continued Samuelson asked what other events McPherson has orchestrated. McPherson was the publicity director for the Aquatennial for two years, performed public relations for the St. Paul Winter Carnival, worked in the hotel/motel industry, and organized many charity events. McPherson and Jaca Gereau will produce the event, obtain sponsorship, and retain musical acts. Samuelson asked if they are bonded or insured. McPherson said appropriate insurance and bonding will be obtained. McPherson verified they are not asking for City sponsorship, but will need traffic control assistance. The concerts would be July 26 and 27, from Noon to 10:00 p.m. at the park pavilion. To draw larger audiences, while staying with real jazz, they suggest starting each day with earlier forms of jazz, then progressing over the decades. Beside being educational for children, this will appeal to older audiences. They expect more families in the afternoon, and couples, teens, and adults in the evening. Councilmember of the Month Ann Hoffman noted the need to provide safety and security to New Brighton residents. McPherson will ensure communication and cooperation with the police department. Williams asked if they have arranged ground maintenance. McPherson said a portion of in-kind services could be used for maintenance, but some assistance may be needed from the City. Fulton said logistics need to be addressed, but there appears to be adequate time to discuss these issues. Williams is pleased to hear of the suggested music format, but asked if the metro area can support another jazz festival. McPherson feels the area can support these festivals, and they will be promoting authentic jazz which interests a select listener group. Williams said to arrange the stage below the hill and providing seating on the hill will allow for less sound traveling into area homes. Benke suggested that the Park Department be invited to the logistics discussions. Gereau has been a jazz musician for 50 years, and associated with many jazz festivals. He likes the idea of a New Brighton Jazz Festival, and feels the park provides for a smaller festival with greater sound atmosphere. There appears to be much interest for the event and a radio sponsorship is being sought. Motion by Larson, seconded by Williams, to REFER THE ISSUE OF HOLDING A JAZZ FESTIVAL IN LONG LAKE PARK TO STAFF FOR FURTHER RESEARCH AND COMMENTS; WITH SUCH COMMENTS TO BE PRESENTED TO COUNCIL WITHIN THE NEXT THIRTY DAYS. 4 Ayes - 0 Nayes, Motion Carried. City Engineer Les Proper said a watermain break occurred on September 5 on Beach Rd. at the south end of Long Lake. Water rushed out and in a short time created a large washout in the boulevard. Closing off the 12-inch watermain required water service shut off in several homes. Corrosion caused the two-inch hole in the pipe, and they covered the hole with a clamp. Water service was on by 6:00 p.m. The section showed extensive corrosive damage believed to be caused by blue clay, a very corrosive soil. Based on soil conditions, a 12-inch valve will be installed so the suspected damaged section can be isolated. Investigative work will determine the extent of corrosive soil and the practicability of cathodically protective to extend the life of the watermain. A corrosion engineer will need to perform soil borings. This may cost $15,000. Special Order of Business Jazz Festival at Long Lake Park Report 96-203 Recent Watermain Breaks Report 96-204