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North St. Paul council approves land survey contract for McNite Athletic Complex
Summary
Council approved a contract with EG Rudden Suns, Inc. to conduct a land survey of the McNite Athletic Complex (about 21–22 acres); the survey covers property lines and elevations but not full grading or corrective work, and staff said funding will come from reallocated Casey Lake funds. The property is HUD-restricted parkland.
The North St. Paul City Council voted to approve a contract for a land survey of the McNite Athletic Complex, a roughly 21–22 acre parcel the city described as HUD-constrained parkland.
Council discussion clarified the contract with EG Rudden Suns, Inc. covers a land survey to define property lines, elevations and site boundaries; it does not include detailed grading plans or corrective construction work. Council members asked whether the survey would show grades and elevations; staff said the survey will report what is currently on the property, including elevations, but that any corrective grading, drainage engineering or construction would be additional work and require separate contracting.
City staff said the funds will be reallocated from a previously allocated Casey Lake account; the meeting transcript indicates staff could not immediately confirm the exact fund name during discussion. Council member Schwar moved to approve the contract; the motion was seconded and the council approved by voice vote.
Why it matters: A formal land survey is a preparatory step that provides legal parcel boundaries and baseline site information needed for future design, drainage analysis and any grant or construction work. Council remarks noted pond removal and water issues at the rear of the property, indicating subsequent engineering may be required.
What’s next: Staff indicated they will receive the survey and then city staff (named in discussion as Ron and Ryan) will work on next steps, which may include engineering for elevation corrections, drainage work and subsequent project phases. The contract award was approved by a voice vote during the meeting.
