HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Packet_4-25-18CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
Regular Meeting of the City Council
City Hall
2077 West Larpenteur Avenue
AGENDA
April 25, 2018 at 7:00 P.M.
A. CALL TO ORDER:
B. ROLL CALL: LINDSTROM ___ LEEHY____ BROWN THUNDER ___
MIAZGA ___ GUSTAFSON___
STAFF PRESENT: THONGVANH____
C. PRESENTATIONS:
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. April 11, 2018 City Council Meeting Minutes
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
F. CONSENT AGENDA:
1. General Disbursements through: 4/18/18 $141,893.01
Payroll through: 4/15/18 $19,511.37
2. Approval of City Licenses
3. 2019 Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants
4. Proclamation to Recognize National Police Week 2018
G: POLICY ITEMS:
1. Approve the Replacement of Pedestrian Signal on Garden Ave and Hamline Ave
2. 2017 PMP Supplemental Agreement
H. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS
I. COMMUNITY FORUM:
J. ADJOURNMENT:
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CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
Regular Meeting of the City Council
City Hall
2077 West Larpenteur Avenue
MINUTES
April 11, 2018 at 7:00 P.M.
A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 pm
1. Mayor Lindstrom made a Motion that the agenda be amended by two items: 1) A
presentation by Zane Johnson Eagle Scout Project Request, and 2) add a Right-of-Way
Small Wireless Public Hearing.
Council Member Leehy Moved, Approved 3-0
B. ROLL CALL: LINDSTROM _X__ LEEHY__X__ BROWN THUNDER ___
MIAZGA _X__ GUSTAFSON___
STAFF PRESENT: THONGVANH__X__
C. PRESENTATIONS:
1. Zane Johnson gave a presentation on an Eagle Scout Project he has been planning along
with Mayor Lindstrom for the last six months with the City of Falcon Heights as the
beneficiary. His project is to build a “pollinator friendly rain garden” on the zero lot off
Lindig Avenue. Zane said he has spoken too many in the neighborhood, and they were
excited to have the project there, and volunteered to donate tools and work on the day of
the project. The project will start in early summer, and the work force will be composed
of Boy Scouts, families, friends and anyone else that wants to participate. The project
will take only one or two days to complete. It will take a small amount of upkeep for the
first few weeks which will be done by Zane Johnson, and then will mainly be self-
sufficient. The garden will only contain non-neonicotinoid free plants. Budget for this
project is minimal and Zane Johnson is handling all the cost.
Major Lindstrom thanked Zane for his presentation and for upholding his Mayor
Pollination Pledge. The property where the garden will be on Lindig street is city
owned property, maybe the size of a residential lot, and buried on that lot are some
public infrastructure, so it is not a great spot to build a home, nor a park, but it is a
perfect place for the garden.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. March 28, 2018 City Council Meeting Minutes
Approved 3-0
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Administrative Citations.
City Administrator Thongvanh spoke about the Administrative Citation Ordnance.
Before 2009, both the Offices of the State Auditor’s Office and the Minnesota Attorney
General’s office had taken the position that local government did not have the authority to
issue fines for traffic offences. Then in 2009, the Legislature clarified enacted MN Statute,
Section 1.66.999. This Statute provided authority to local government to implement an
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Administrative Citation Program. In order to do that, the city must pass a resolution that
authorizes the police use of Administrative Citations. The difference with these citations
is the Administrative Citation is $60 versus the State Citation at $120-150, and would not
go against the person’s permanent record or insurance. In addition, the city would
provide a neutral third party for hearings and rulings on challenges to the Administrative
Citation. It also bars police officers from issuing Administrative Citations in violation of
this law.
Police Officers may issue an Administrative Citation, traffic citation, to a vehicle operator
who violates the speed limit by less than 10 miles per hours, fails to obey a stop sign, and
operates a vehicle with a cracked windshield or other equipment violations. City official
are not required to issue an Administrative Citation under the law. The process is strictly
optional, and the reason why the city is moving in this direction is that we now receive
our police services through Ramsey County. We are also part of the six other contracted
city groups. If an Administrative Citation is not paid, police in that jurisdiction is
authorized to issue a State ticket.
In front of you is Ordnance 18-02 amending Chapter 30, Administrative Citations and also
attached is Resolution 18-11 authorizing the use of Administrative Citations. Staff
recommends the Oridnance and attached Resolution. The floor was then open for
discussion.
Chuck Laszewski of 1713 St. Mary St asked if the city had done financial calculations on
this, and what this will cost the city.
Mayor Lindstrom stated that City did have a workshop about Administration Citations a
few months ago. Mayor Lindstrom said “When I initially heard about this, I was
concerned that this might be viewed as a revenue raiser for the city, so I wanted to make
clear that was not the case. So, the answer to your question is ‘no’, I have not done the
calculation on whether we get more money or lose money.”
City Administrator Thongvanh stated the City’s portion of a State traffic ticket, of say
$120-130, would be about $20-30 per ticket, and part of that has to be spent in law
enforcement. Therefore, in general fund allocations to the city is less than what we would
receive from a State ticket. It would be a wash. However, the benefit is it does not go on a
person’s driving record, and it does not increase their insurance. The purpose of a ticket,
whether state or city is to be a deterrent for the behavior, but the Administrative Citation
would not be as harsh a penalty. The majority of the cost for a State citation goes to the
court system.
Chuck Laszewski stated, since the “Falcon Heights Can Do Better” organization came up
with this suggestion back in September 2016, that he would be hard pressed to be against
it. In fact, he said, he was very much in favor of it, and was glad we were doing it. Chuck
said, “As I recall the numbers, we came up with at the time, this would cost the city about
$15,000. However, at the time, we did not have an administrative ticket process, so it will
probably cost the city a lot less.”
Mayor Lindstrom recognized three students from the University of Minnesota who were
attending the Council meeting.
There were no further comments, and the Public Hearing was closed.
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Ordnance 18-02 Council Member Leehy Moved, Approved 3-0
Resolution 18-11, Section 1.66.999 Council Member Leehy Moved, Approved 3-0
2. Right-of-Way Small Wireless Facilities
This was before the Council on March 28th Agenda as well, however, the hearing date was
not properly published in the paper, so it is now back on the Agenda tonight.
State law gives “telecommunications right of way users” the right to install facilities in
the public right of way and use the public right of way for delivery of their services. This
right is subject to local governmental authority to manage the right of way by
permitting. Local governments affirmatively elect to manage the right of way by
adopting a right of way ordinance. Under the right of way ordinance, use of the right of
way may be conditioned or denied if necessary to protect the public health, safety, or
welfare.
In 2017, the state legislature amended the state statutes that authorize local government
units (“LGU”) to regulate the right of way. The amendments permit wireless providers
to deploy “small wireless facilities” and “wireless support structures” in the right of
way. A “small wireless facility” is statutorily defined as an antenna that is located inside
an enclosure that is no more than six cubic feet in volume with all other associated
wireless equipment being no more than 28 cubic feet in volume. A “wireless support
structure” is statutorily defined as a new or existing structure (i.e. pole) in the public
right of way designed to support or capable of supporting small wireless facilities, as
reasonably determined by a LGU.
The new law requires LGU’s to approve or deny small wireless facility permit
applications within 90 days. The failure to timely act on a permit application results in
the permit being “automatically issued.” Denial of a permit application must be in
writing and state the basis for denial.
Under the new law LGU’s are entitled to recover right of way management costs from
wireless providers that use the right of way through permit fees.
In pushing for these amendments to state law, one of the wireless industry’s goals was
to require that poles or similar structures owned by the LGU in the right of way (light
poles, for example) be made available for attachment of small wireless facilities. The new
law expressly allows the LGU to determine whether a particular pole or other structure
in the right of way was designated to support proposed wireless equipment or is
capable of doing so. An LGU may deny a wireless provider access to a particular facility
based on this determination or other public health, safety, or welfare concerns.
The new law allows LGUs to impose rent of up to $150 annually plus $25 for maintenance for
each site. Additional fees may be imposed if the wireless provider uses LGU-purchased
electricity rather than separately metering its facility.
What you have in front of you is Ordnance 18-01, amending Chapter 42, Article 2, and Right-
of-Way Small Wireless Facilities. Staff recommends approval of the Ordnance. The floor was
then open for discussion.
Council Member Miagza I think there is a need for local government to keep control
over what we can keep control over. There were many bills at the state legislature this
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year, probably close to 20 that would prevent local governments from doing things local
governments traditionally do.
John Robertson Smith of 1454 Roselawn Avenue, thanked the Council for trying to maintain
some local level control. He stated that where he lived there was a large Quest box on the
property. It is on the right-of-way, however, he said it is an eye sore, so he was sympathetic
to this issue, and wanted to thank the Council for taking this up and doing what we can.
Mayor Lindstrom stated, since there are no further comments, he would close the Public
Hearing.
Council Member Miazga Moved, Approved 3-0
F. CONSENT AGENDA:
1. General Disbursements through: 4/05/18 $85,264.23
Payroll through: 3/31/18 $19,390.61
2. Ramsey County Emergency and Homeland Security 2018 Grant Project Request for
Investment Application
3. Project ChildSafe – Acceptance of a donation of 100 Gun Locks
Mayor Lindstrom spoke about these gun locks, which were provided free of charge
to police departments and cities across the nation. Falcon Heights applied through
the Sheriff’s Department. The Sheriff department received 500 gun locks of which
Falcon Heights received 100. In the upcoming days, Falcon Heights’ residents can
come to City Hall and request one of these gun locks, no questions asked. The Intent
here is to insure that we have the safest homes as we possibly can.
Council Member Leehy spoke about prior years, where Falcon Heights had gun
locks available to the public. She stated that it went very smoothly.
Council Member Miazga spoke about where these gun locks had come from is
funded by the gun manufactures.
Council Member Miazga, Approved 3-0
G: POLICY ITEMS:
1. 1454 Roselawn Ave. Variance Application
City Administrator Thongvanh
Request for a variance from the City of Falcon Heights Zoning Code. Request to
decrease front yard setback requirement to 20 feet for the demolition and reconstruction
of an accessory, detached garage.
1454 Roselawn Avenue West, Falcon Heights, 55113, PIN 152923310046, is located on the
northeast corner of the intersection of Roselawn Avenue and Pascal Street North. The
legal description is Ex S 75 Ft The W 24 4/1o Ft Of Lot 2 And Ex S 75 Ft Lot 3; Blk 1 Lot 2
of Block 1 of the Barthel Villas Addition. The parcel is zoned R-1 Residential.
The neighborhood predates most of the present City Code, and the existing primary and
accessory structures, which has been in place since in one form or another since 1910, is
considered a legally nonconforming use, “grandfathered” at the time the 1993 city code
was adopted and later updated.
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The applicant wishes to demolish the existing garage and replace it on the same
footprint as the current garage. The garage and principle structure is located 20 feet from
the front yard setback; the required setback is 30 feet. Therefore, the applicant seeks a
setback variance of 10 feet in order to build the ten foot addition.
Notice of a public hearing on this matter was published in the Roseville Review on
March 14, 2018. On March 14th, notice was mailed to the owners of all properties within
500 feet as required by statute.
On March 27th, 2018, the Planning Commission convened a hearing on the issue. None
spoke in opposition. The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval of the
application for a variance.
In reference to Section 113-62 Variances, staff finds the following:
a. That the variance would be in harmony with the general purposes and intent of Chapter 113.
Staff finds that the variance requested is in harmony with the purpose and intent of the
zoning chapter as stated in Section 113-1.
b. That the variance would be consistent with the comprehensive plan.
Staff finds that the variance requested is consistent with the comprehensive plan and
that it will not impair or diminish property values or improvements in the area.
c. That there are practical difficulties in complying with this chapter.
Staff finds that there are practical difficulties in complying with the letter of Section 113-
174 R-1 Residential Districts. 1454 Roselawn Ave is unique because the subdivision
occurred after the construction of the home and the history of the subdivision and the
age of the house provides for a unique circumstance. This house was built in 1910,
whereas the Barthel Villa subdivision was established in the late 1940’s early 1950’s. The
lot was divided in a way that was appropriate for the development pattern at that time.
The current code was not in place at that time. The current code does not provide
adequate flexibility for the type of development that is standard on other lots in the city.
It would be difficult to address the rebuilding of the garage without violating the city
code by placing the structure somewhere else on the property. The historical impervious
service to the rear of the property, that has been stated to be extremely difficult to
remove, would be difficult or impossible to build on. Additionally, if the garage were to
be place legally setback from the required front yard it would cause the garage to then
be placed in the required rear yard. This places the garage closer the rear neighbor and
would create a conflict were none exists now.
If the garage were to be placed on other parts of the property, it would create an increase
in impervious surface as the driveway would need to be extended. This would create a
new variance issue as the property would be over the impervious surface requirement.
The replacement of the garage at the historical location is the best alternative to all other
possible actions.
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d. That the granting of the variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and
air to adjacent property, or substantially increase the congestion of the public streets,
or increase the danger of fire, or endanger the public safety.
Staff finds that the variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to
adjacent properties, will have no effect on traffic on the public street and will not
increase the danger of fire or endanger the public safety.
e. That the requested variance is the minimum action required to eliminate the
practical difficulties.
Replacing the garage on the original footprint is the minimum action required to
eliminate the practical difficulty. All other options would create another need for a
variance.
f. The provisions regarding earth-sheltered construction and temporary use
stated in Section113-62(e)(6) do not apply to this variance.
Council Member Leehy Moved, Approved 3-0
2. 1354 California Avenue Court Order Resolution
City Administrator Thongvanh
Over the last three years, the property at 1354 California Avenue has been
deteriorating. The current property owner, as we know it, is not inhabiting the
residence. The City received a number of calls regarding code violations, which
included, but are not limited to, tall grasses, noxious weeds and snow removal.
Attached, are two letters from our building official outlining building code
violations, and one letter from our City Fire Marshal outlining fire code violations.
The budget impact all depends on the process that will be used for abatement for
this property. The City is allowed to assess the property for abatement and legal
costs associated for abatement on this property. Attached you will find Resolution
18-13 wherein the correction or removal of hazardous condition or razing or removal
of the building. Also, in this packet, are letters that the City Administrator drafted
and sent to the property owner, which have been either sent back or not delivered.
In addition to all the letters mentioned above, this packet also includes the final
abatement notice from the City Administrator.
City Attorney, David Kendall of Campbell Knutson stated that City Administrator
was correct about the status of the property at 1354 California Ave. According to the
neighbors and City staff, it has been vacant for several years. The City has
previously gone out and abated weeds overgrowing the yard, and it has now
reached the point that the buildings themselves have started to deteriorate as well.
On July 17, the City staff went out and inspected the exterior of the buildings, and in
October of 2017 the Fire Marshall and the Building Inspector, inspected the interior
of the property. They found numerous fire code violations in the interior. City staff
sent out letters and reports detailing their findings, but there was no response from
the property owner. Staff sent out a final notice, dated February 27, to the property
owners, once again asking them to address the many problems, but there was no
response. The City now has the option to proceed with legal action under Minnesota
Statutes Chapter 463. Even after pursing legal action, the City still has the right to
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work with the property owner, should they make contact and express a willingness
to work with the City on the issues.
The City would be seeking to clean up the house and yard, but demolish the garage,
as there is an expert opinion that the building is structurally unsound. The first
action would be to get an administrative search warrant, and schedule a hearing
with the Court. Attorney Kendall said this hearing had been scheduled for Monday,
April 16, 2018. The property owner was sent a notice of this hearing.
It was noted by Council Member Leehy that this has been a long-term problem,
which the city has been dealing with for many years, before the City had to get
involved with legal action for the safety and well-being of the neighborhood.
City Administrator Thongvanh
Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution authorizing the City’s legal
counsel, Campbell, Knutson, to draft and serve an order to correct and remove the
hazardous conditions in and around the subject building. Council would also
authorize the City Administrator to execute all necessary documents.
Council Member Miazga Moved, Approved 3-0
3. East Metro Public Safety Training Facility Use Agreement
City Administrator Thongvanh
The Falcon Heights Fire Department is required, once a year, to have all members
participate in live fire training, per the National Fire Protection Agency. Falcon
Heights Fire Department has used the same St. Paul training facility for the past 30
years, however recently it was condemned. The only other training facility available
to do this is the East Metro Training Center in Maplewood. However, they do
require Falcon Heights Fire Department and the City show proof of additional
insurance, which is the standard for the fire service. The NFPA, National Fire
Protection Agency, has strict standards that the Fire Department has to follow for
live fire training. Staff recommended approval of the East Metro Public Safety
Training Center Use Agreement before the Council and to authorize the City to
execute all necessary documents.
City Council Member Leehy Moved, Approved 3-0
4. Resolution Supporting Local Decision-Making Authority
City Administrator Thongvanh
The League of Minnesota Cities has encouraged cities to pass a resolution
supporting local decision making. Nearly a hundred cities have passed this
resolution in light of the bill, which continues to move through the legislation
process this year, and would preempt city authority. Proposed Legislations in 2017
and 2018, for example, would have the effect of constraining local law enforcement
authority, restricting the City’s ability to set local ordinances, allow certain business
untethered access to right-of-way, which has been shown with the Ordnance we
adopted tonight, and restricting the City’s ability to use or allow fee structures.
Also, reducing local government needs based on factors with no relation to the
statutory LGA formula. Also, restricting a city’s ability to study a light rail transit
project. Budget impact is undetermined.
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Attachments were on hand supporting Resolution 18-14, Local Decision-Making
Authority: The League of Minnesota Fact Sheet, and a list of the cities supporting
local control to the Resolution. Staff recommends approval of attached resolution.
Council Member Miazga stated that he first heard of this at the League of Minnesota
Cities Forum a couple weeks ago. In the past year, there has been a big move in
many legislatures around the country to try to kill local legislation when certain
industries don’t like it. Therefore, it does not typically reflect the will of the people
when that happens. Therefore, we want to continue to listen to those folks in our
neighborhood, as that is the spirit of local decision-making.
Council Member Miazga Moved, Approved 3-0
H. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member Miazga
Comprehensive planning continues with the Planning Commission. Reminder of the
upcoming Sustainability Actions Fair, April 28, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm in the
Community Park and of Dr. Marla Spivak’s talk about the ‘Bee and Pollinator (new)
Research Lab’s mission, research activities and discoveries being made there.’ Dr.
Spivak’s talk takes place on April 23 at 7:00 pm at City Hall.
Council Member Leehy
The Park and Rec Commission is working a long side the Community Engagement
Commission, to host the ‘Spring Together’ gathering in Curtiss Park, which will be a
potluck neighborhood event on May 12 from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm.
Still waiting to receive the piano for our ‘Piano in the Park’, which will be at Community
Park. This should be taking place in late May, early June, so come and “play your part”.
Community announcements will be forthcoming.
Mayor Lindstrom
The Environment Commission met and voted on having the city participate in a bulk
purchasing program for solar panels for our resident, which will come before the
Council soon.
City Administrator Thongvanh
April 10th, Mayor Gustafson and Council Members Miazga and Gustafson participated
in the first Ramsey County Mini Academy for Elected Officials, on how to handle critical
incidents. There was a very good turn-out. Mayor Gustafson and City Administrator
Thongvanh were able to view the Mobile Emergency Unit, which can be deployed for
such critical incidents.
Interviews were completed for the Administration Coordinator position. Three
qualified candidates were identified.
Ketterling Foundation – Council Members Gustafson and Leehy as well as two
representatives from the community will be participating in the second “Shared
Learning Experience” - May 20 – May 22.
An update was given regarding the complaints this past winter about the signal crossing
lighting at Hamline and Garden, right by the school. There have been some issues with
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the lighting itself, but also the solar panel on that pole does not provide enough power
to the signal. Replacement with the shared cost between the City of Roseville and the
City of Falcon Heights is being considered. This will be brought to a City Council
meeting, but will have to wait until the frost is out of the ground. The light will be
powered by solar energy, but it will be an LED light this time, which will provide more
illumination. The City always look for ways to cut cost, and not have such a burden on
the residents, they will be purchasing the materials through vendors, but Roseville and
Falcon Heights Public Works have agreed to install this. It will be a savings of about
$3,000.
I. COMMUNITY FORUM:
Students from U of MN from the Department of Civil Environmental and Geo
Engineering at the University of Minnesota. He stated they were all currently in a
Project Management Course, and as part of the final project for this course, they had
been tasked with focusing on a city in the metro area, and specifically looking at any
infrastructure projects that are going on this calendar year. The Mayor thought that was
a good idea for Sack Thongvanh (City Administrator) to stay after the meeting and talk
with these students.
J. ADJOURNMENT: 8:14 P.M.
______________________________
Peter Lindstrom, Mayor
Dated this 11th day of April, 2018
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Sack Thongvanh, City Administrator
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item General Disbursements and Payroll
Description
General Disbursements through: 4/18/18 $141,893.01
Payroll through: 4/15/18 $19,511.37
Budget Impact The general disbursements and payroll are consistent with the budget.
Attachment(s) · General Disbursements and Payroll
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommends that the Falcon Heights City Council approve general
disbursements and payroll.
Meeting Date April 25, 2018
Agenda Item Consent F1
Attachment General Disbursements and Payroll
Submitted By Roland Olson, Finance Director
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Approval of City Licenses
Description
The following individuals have applied for a Municipal Business License for 2018.
Staff has received the necessary documents for licensure.
1. Banana Buybacks, LLC
Budget Impact N/A
Attachment(s) N/A
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommends that the Falcon Heights City Council approve the 2018 City
License Applications.
Meeting Date April 25, 2018
Agenda Item Consent F2
Attachment N/A
Submitted By Tim Sandvik, Deputy Clerk
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item 2019 Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants
Description
I received a request from the Fire Chief to apply for the 2019 Volunteer Assistance
Grants through the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The grant
program is a cost-share program. The cost share is a 50:50 match up to request of
$5,000. The match required from cities and communities would be $2,500.
The program provides financial and technical assistance to Minnesota fire
departments in cities and communities with a population under 10,000. The
primary objectives of the program are saving lives and protecting property in rural
areas.
In 2018, the Fire Department submitted an application and did receive funding.
Budget Impact This will have a $2,500 impact on the budget.
Attachment(s) · Grant Informational lecture
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommends authorizing the Fire Department to apply for the grant and the
City Administrator to execute all necessary documents for the application.
Meeting Date April 25, 2018
Agenda Item Consent F3
Attachment N/A
Submitted By Sack Thongvanh, City Administrator
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Proclamation for Ramsey County Police Week 2018
Description
The Proclamation is to recognize approximately 900,000 law enforcement officers
serving in the communities across the United States. Nearly 60,000 assaults against
law enforcement officers are reported each year, resulting in approximately 16,000
injuries.
Since the first recorded death in 1791, almost 21,000 law enforcement officers in the
United States have made the ultimate sacrifice and been killed in the line of duty,
including FOUR members of the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office. The names of
these dedicated public servants are engraved on the walls of the National Law
Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C.; and
In 2017, 129 officers were killed in the line of duty and their names will be added to
the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial this spring. The service and
sacrifice of all officers killed in the line of duty nationwide will be honored during
the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund’s 30th Annual Candlelight
Vigil, on the evening of May 13, 2018; and
The service and sacrifice of all officers killed in the line of duty in Minnesota will be
honored during the Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association’s Annual
Candlelight Vigil, on the evening of May 15, 2018. The Candlelight Vigil is part of
National Police Week, which takes place this year from May 13-19, 2018.
May 15, 2018 is designated as Peace Officers Memorial Day, in honor of all fallen
officers and their families. The service and sacrifice of Ramsey County Suburban
Law Enforcement officers killed in the line of duty will be honored during the
Suburban Ramsey County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony, on May 17, 2018.
Budget Impact N/A
Attachment(s) · Resolution 18-15 Proclamation of Ramsey County Police Week 2018
Action(s)
Requested
Staff would recommend approval of resolution and proclaim May 13-19, 2018 as
Police Week for the City of Falcon Heights.
Meeting Date April 25, 2018
Agenda Item Consent F4
Attachment N/A
Submitted By Sack Thongvanh, City Administrator
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CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION April 25, 2018
No. 18-15 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - -
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING NATIONAL POLICE WEEK 2018 AND TO HONOR THE SERVICE AND SACRIFICE OF THOSE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY WHILE PROTECTING OUR COMMUNITIES AND SAFEGUARDING OUR DEMOCRACY.
WHEREAS, there are approximately 900,000 law enforcement officers serving in communities across the United States, including the dedicated members of the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office; and
WHEREAS, nearly 60,000 assaults against law enforcement officers are reported each year, resulting in approximately 16,000 injuries; and
WHEREAS, since the first recorded death in 1791, almost 21,000 law enforcement officers in the United States have made the ultimate sacrifice and been killed in the line of duty, including FOUR members of the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office; and WHEREAS, the names of these dedicated public servants are engraved on the walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C.; and WHEREAS, in 2017, 129 officers were killed in the line of duty and their names will be added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial this spring; and
WHEREAS, the service and sacrifice of all officers killed in the line of duty nationwide will be honored during the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund’s 30th Annual Candlelight Vigil, on the evening of May 13, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the service and sacrifice of all officers killed in the line of duty in Minnesota will be honored during the Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association’s Annual Candlelight Vigil, on the
evening of May 15, 2018; and WHEREAS, the Candlelight Vigil is part of National Police Week, which takes place this year from May
13-19, 2018; and WHEREAS, May 15, 2018 is designated as Peace Officers Memorial Day, in honor of all fallen officers and their families; and
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WHEREAS, the service and sacrifice of Ramsey County Suburban Law Enforcement officers killed in
the line of duty will be honored during the Suburban Ramsey County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony, on May 17, 2018. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF Falcon Heights, Minnesota formally designates May 13-19, 2018 as Police Week in The City of Falcon Heights, and publicly salutes the service of law enforcement officers in our community and in communities across the
nation. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Moved by: Approved by: ________________________ Randy Gustafson Mayor Pro-Tem LINDSTROM ____ In Favor Attested by: ________________________ GUSTAFSON Sack Thongvanh BROWN THUNDER ____ Against City Administrator LEEHY
MIAZGA
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Approve the Replacement of Pedestrian Signal at Garden Ave & Hamline Ave
Description
The City of Roseville and the City of Falcon Heights jointly own a pedestrian flasher for
the crosswalk across Hamline Avenue at Garden Avenue. The existing pedestrian flasher
was installed in 2008 with the approximate $6,000 cost split between the Cities. The
existing flasher is solar powered and the flasher is activated via a push button on either
side of Hamline Avenue. When the button is pushed both lights should flash for a period
of time indicating to drivers they should stop for pedestrians.
The existing pedestrian flasher has had numerous issues since its installation. The latest
issue this year the pedestrian flashers not activating or only one pedestrian flasher
activating. Over the last few months Roseville public works staff has tried to fix the flasher
numerous times. The batteries have been replaced on multiple occasions, trees have been
trimmed backed and electrical cables have been replaced. Roseville staff ultimately has
determined the two flasher are not communicating and the circuit board needs to be
replaced for the system. Since the cost of this part is half the cost of the system, and the
system has performed marginally in the past, the entire pedestrian system is proposed to
be replaced with a more standard pedestrian flashing system.
Staff requested quotes for the signal replacement. One quote was provided by TAPCO for
a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB). This RRFB would be solar powered and
have pedestrian activated buttons on each side. The quote for the RRFB equipment is
$11,645.28.
Meeting Date April 25, 2018
Agenda Item Policy G1
Attachment N/A
Submitted By Jesse Freihammer, City Engineer
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Staff recommends using the RRFB signal instead of a traditional flashing beacon, which is
in current use. Research has shown that this type of pedestrian flasher is much more
effective at getting vehicles to stop for pedestrians than traditional flashing beacons.
If approved the City of Roseville would procure the equipment and split the costs with
Falcon Heights. Installation of the equipment would be done be both cities.
Budget
Impact
The cost of the signal replacement will be split with the City of Roseville. Falcon Heights
cost for the equipment will be $5,822.64.
City staff between the two cities will install the signal. There will be some minor costs for
the install related to installing concrete bases for the new signals.
Funding for the equipment will be paid using the light fund or Minnesota State Aid
Funding.
Attachment N/A
Action(s)
Requested
Motion approving the replacement of Pedestrian Signal at Garden & Hamline with a RRFB
in the amount of $5,822.64 and authorize the City Administrator to execute all necessary
documents.
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Approve 2017 PMP Supplemental Agreement
Description
During the 2017, Pavement Management Project construction various conditions changed
or additional work was required in order to complete the project. When these things come
up a Supplemental Agreement is generated to summarize the work. Below is a brief
description of the two supplemental agreements included in the 2017 Pavement
Management Project:
Supplemental Agreement #1: Due to utility conflicts, catch basin modifications and
clearing and grubbing were needed to the storm sewer work along trail connecting Hoyt
Ave to Folwell. Cost of the changes is $5,170 which would be funded using storm sewer
funds.
Supplemental Agreement #2: Based on residents request, installation of shredded
hardwood mulch in lieu of sod for residents. Installation of B624 curb that needed to be
replaced on Roselawn Avenue adjacent to the trail. The contract did not have a bid item for
either of these two items. The cost of the change order is $12,089.00.
Budget
Impact
All of the Supplemental Agreements will be funded through each fund that corresponds
with the work included in that Supplemental Agreement. The total amount for
Supplemental Agreements 1 and 2 is $17,259.00. Of the total amount, $5,170.00 will be
charged to the Storm Sewer Fund, $9,999.00 will be charged to the Pathway Fund, and
$2,090.00 will be charged to Street Fund.
Attachment · Supplemental Agreements 1 and 2
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommends approving Supplemental Agreements 1 and 2 for the 2017 Pavement
Management Project and authorize the City Administrator to execute all necessary
documents.
Meeting Date April 25, 2018
Agenda Item Policy G2
Attachment Supplemental Agreements 1 and 2
Submitted By Jesse Freihammer, City Engineer
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