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Discussion on Jackson Syuare Flag Pole and Gazebo June 6, 2005 City Council Meeting Page 2 of 3 Gazebo The gazebo was built by River's Edge Downtown Development Corporation and volunteers in 1996 for the 150`'' anniversary of the founding of Elk River. The placement and a $10,000 contribution toward materials were approved by the City Council. It was designed as a small scale replica of a bandstand that once stood in the town square. The Park & Recreation Director, Bill Maertz obtained a preliminary estimate of $8,000 - $10,000 to relocate the gazebo. Mr. Maertz has previously reported to the Council that both the flag pole and gazebo are out of scale for the proposed River's Edge Commons park area downtown. The Park & Recreation Commission discussed relocation options to another park at its May 11`h meeting. Ultimately the Commission acted to not use park dedication funds to relocate the gazebo to another city park but encouraged that it be moved by another entity. Staff has received interest in the gazebo from Mr. Dan Dixon of Guardian Angels. Mr. Dixon has indicated to staff an interest in removing the roof portion of the gazebo and relocating it onto a new wall structure that would be built at one of the Guardian Angels Elk River facilities, most likely the senior center. The Sherburne County Assessor's office has an estimated market value of $12,800 on the gazebo structure. Issues for Discussion State statute allows the city transfer its personal property for nominal value or without compensation to another public corporation such as a county or school district for public use. Transfer to a private entity should be following reasonable public notice and quotes. If the contract is estimated to exceed $10,000 but not $50,000, the city has the option of using the competitive bidding process or making the contract by direct negotiation. If the contract is estimated to be less than $10,000, the city has the option of making the contract upon quotation or in the open market. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Council consider transferring ownership of the gazebo to the Guardian Angels of Elk River and that Guardian Angels be responsible for the contracting work and relocation costs. Staff recommends that the Council consider transferring ownership of the flag pole to the American Legion post of Elk River and that the Legion be responsible for the contracting the relocation work. Staff recommends that the Council discuss contributing toward a portion of the relocation cost.