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City Council Minutes May 7, 2019 Page 7 of 11 ----------------------------- Chief Klang stated this could potentially be mandated in the near future but some current issues concerning personal privacy and exploitation need to be addressed. 9. Public Works Report The April 2019 Public Works Report was received by Council. 9.1.A-B. Park Commission —Trailside Park Proiect Dan Ronning, Park Commission Chair, explained the potential new design of Trailside Park to include the flag display and splash pad. The flag display consisting of 57-58 flags is proposed to be erected along Main Street and Patriot Avenue. Mr. Ronning discussed the two flag display quotes from Coil's Flags & Flagpoles in the amount of$92,976.50 and Falls Flag Source in the amount of$91,161 with the Council. Mr. Ronning clarified the labor costs in each of the quotes is vastly different and he recommended acceptance of the quote from Coil's Flags & Flagpoles. Council Member Swanson noted both bids are different and do not compare apples to apples as the thickness of the flag poles is different in each quote. Council Member Swanson provided Mr. Ronning with a quote from Falls Flag Source in the amount of$92,871 for the same flag pole thickness and she stressed the importance of buying local. Council Member Pederson questioned the timeframe in proceeding with the work. Mr. Ronning stated both companies were cooperative as to timeline and the order will be eight weeks out. Council Member Seils inquired how often the flags need to be changed out. Mr. Ronning stated twice a year. Council Member Seils questioned if the flags will be lit. Mr. Ronning noted the U.S. flag will be lit with a sleeve that goes down in the ground with a lightning rod. Council Member Pederson inquired if the flag poles are tamper proof. Mr. Ronning explained the rope is inside the flag pole. Council discussion ensued regarding the flag display design and location, additional parking, the slowing of traffic along Patriot Avenue, a potential crosswalk connecting Bobber Park to Trailside Park, timing of work, tree trimming, the stoplight intersection, utility locations, sight line concerns, and safety issues.