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Session 1664, Minutes May 6, 1996 Page 5 "Just Say No" signs in the neighborhood, and supporting the conversion of an abandoned school building to a nursing home. He read an excerpt from an article in which Police Chief Payne praised the group for its activities. He felt he understood the responsibilities of public office and that his experience would serve him well as Third Ward representative. His goals would be to do a better job of marketing Third Ward neighborhoods, making loans or grants to Third Ward residents to maintain or improve their homes, obtain stricter code enforcement and occupancy verification, search for more funding for the police, utilize other government agencies to advance the interests of University City, and explore the conversion of the former Mercy High School to a commercial venture. Mr. Paul H. Evans, 8035 Appleton Drive, a 29-year resident, said he was concerned about the communi- ty in which he lives. He was especially concerned about vacant buildings and the prevention of blight. In addition, he felt it was important to maintain a quality school system, which University City has had for many years. He also felt strict enforcement of the existing building, maintenance, and occupancy codes was very important. Quality neighborhoods contribute to a perception that they are a good place to raise a family. His other concerns had to do with safety, crime control, and having excellent recreation facilities. If chosen, he said he would work hard to fulfill his vision of University City. Mayor Adams thanked the candidates for their time, and said he will contact each to inform them of the next step in the appointment process. REPLACEMENT OF PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE BRIDGE The City Manager said the following bids were received for replacing the Pennsylvania Avenue bridge: Mulligan Construction, Inc. Pace Construction Company Schuster Engineering, Inc. $437,740.00 447,644.90 514,873.70 Engineer's estimate $473,053.00 Funding is from Community Development Block Grants, other Federal funding, and General Revenue. It was recommended that the project be tentatively awarded to Mulligan Construction, Inc., for its low bid of $437,740, subject to fully executed agreements with St. Louis County Department of Human Ser- vices and concurrence in the award by the Federal Highway Administration. Mr. Schoomer moved approval as recommended, and Mr. Wagner seconded the motion. Mr. Lieberman asked about the Federal Highway Administration award, and Mr. Ollendorff said it was part of the Federal Highway grants that go to the metropolitan area, and East-West Gateway Coordinat- ing Council divides them among cities based on the ratings of various projects. It is 70% ($300,000) of the total. Mr. Lieberman asked about a residential survey made some months ago regarding making the bridge pedestrian only, and Mr. Ollendorff' said that was not an option--the bridge must be replaced