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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 12, 1984 PAGE 2 Patrick J. Sheehan, State Fire Codes Plans Specialist, explained that when licensing day care homes, the Ramsey Human Services Dept. requests an inspection by the State Fire Marshal's Office, but that the authority can be delegated to local jurisdictions. Councilmember Baldwin commented on the problem encountered when the Falcon Heights Department inspected day care homes and requested that some homes construction a second exit from second floor sieepir~gquarters, a rule that applies only to day care homes with more than 6 children. Fire Marshal Terry Iverson explained that there was a misunderstanding regarding the matter and that he had explained the error to the group home families involved. Mr. Sheehan explained that the State Fire Marshal's Office only inspects group homes when a request is made by Human Services, a local authority, or a written complaint is received, as their department does not have adequate personnel to do routine inspections. For this reason, they prefer local inspections. He also stated that Senate File 2030 regarding family day care homes restricts the State Fire Marshal's Offices and does not apply to local jurisdiction. Fire Chief Jerry Renchin felt that local in- spections would be appropriate as the department is familiar with the area and there would be no surprises if it is necessary to go in the home for fire or rescue. Following a discussion, Councilmember Hard moved, seconded by Councilmember Ciernia, that the Falcon Heights Fire Depart- ment be responsible for inspection of day care homes in Falcon Heights and Lauderdale, and that the State Fire Marshal's Office be notified of that fact. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Eggert presented a request from Lowell Anderson, Falcon Heights Pharmacy, that a false alarm charge be excused due to the fact that the alarm was activated by newspapers being thrown against the door. Attorney Vane de North was of the opinion that it would be difficult to uphold the charge due to the wording of the ordinance. Council discussed rewording the ordinance so there will be no exclusions (including false fire alarms), deleting the portion requiring notification by certified mail, and increasing the fee for fire alarms to $50.00 due to the cost involved. Councilmember Chestovich moved, seconded by Councilmember Hard, that the $25.00 charge be excused as requested, and that the City Attorney be authorized to amend the ordinance as discussed. Motion carried unanimously. Councilmember Chestovich presented a petition signed by 15 residents of the 1300 block of Iowa. and Hoyt, requesting that Council authorize removal of the speed bumps in the alley off Hamline between Iowa and Hoyt. Following a discussion, the Clerk Administrator was directed to contact Ramsey County Public Works and obtain a quote on the cost of removal of the bumps. The matter was deferred until December 26. At the request of Bradford Schools, the items relating to that project were deferred to December 26, 1984. Mayor Eggert presented the Shoreview Ordinance on inoperable cars and explained that the deputies serving Falcon Heights have requested that Falcon Heights consider adopting a similar ordinance. Following a short discussion, Mayor Eggert moved, seconded by Councilmember Ciernia, that the City Attorney be directed to amend the Municipal Code to include the intent of the Shoreview Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously.