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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCMin_81Sep9MINUTES ~ '~~ REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 9, 1981 A regular meeting of the Falcon Heights City Council was called to order ' at 7:30 p.m, by Mayor Warkentien. Mayor Warkentien, Councilmembers Eggert and Larson. Also present were PRESENT Clerk Administrator Barnes, Attorney Kenefick and Engineer Lemberg. Councilmembers Steele and Brown. ABSENT Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that the CONSENT Consent agenda be approved as presented. Motion carried unanimously. AGENDA APPROVID 1. Rescue Reports ~6R-07081 and ~~R-07181 2. General Payroll 8/16/81 - 8/31/81 $ 4,591.14 3. Liquor Payroll 8/16/81 - 8/31/81 $ 2,800.32 4. General Disbursements 8/27/81 - 9/9/81 $27,717.90 5. Liquor Disbursements 8/25/81 - 9/4/81 $24,526.26 6. License: Master Gas Installer's License ~t410 Korth Heating and Air Conditioning 3096 North Rice St. St. Paul, MN The following new business was added to the agenda: (1) City Hall dis- NEW BUSINESS cussion, (2) "Thank you" to Job Corps Center, and (3) League of Minnesota ADDED TO Municipalities Regional Meeting. AGENDA Councilmember Eggert moved, seconded by Councilmember Larson, that the MINUTES OF Minutes of August 26, 1981 be approved as written. Motion carried unani- 8/26/81 mously. APPROVED Mayor Warkentien presented a letter from Ruth E. Nier, 2279 W. Hoyt, $1.00 LATE requesting cancellation of the $1.00 sewer Late charge. In view of the PENALTY fact that Mrs. Nier has a record of early payments and she indicated CANCELLED that the check for the period from Arpil to June, 1981 was mailed on R. NIER, July 2, 1981 Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, 2279 W. HOYT that the penalty be cancelled. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Larson, that Fire J. CHENOWETH Department applicant James C. Chenoweth, 1426 W. Larpenteur, be approved APPROVED AS subject to the required physical and the one year probation period. FIREFIGHTER Motion carried unanimously. The Fire Department By-laws discussion was deferred until the next F.D. BY-LAWS meeting. DEFERRED Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Mayor Warkentien, that the 10/14/81 Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for October 14, 1981 be can- MEETING CAN- celled and that a Special Meeting be held October 7, 1981 at 7:30 p.m. CELLED-SPEC L4 Motion carried unanimously. MEETING TO BE HELD Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Mayor Warkentien, that the 10/7/81 Assessment Hearing on the University Grove Street Lighting Repair be held at 8:00 p.m. on October 7, 1981 and that the Clerk Administrator GROVE STREET be authorized to publish the Notice of Hearing. Motion carried unani- LIGHTING mously. HEARING TO BE HELD 10/7/81 MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 9, 1981 PAGE 2 Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Mayor Warkentien, that the Assess- ment Hearing on Sanitary Sewer Delinquent Charges be held October 7, 1981 at 8:30 p.m. and that the Clerk Administrator be authorized to publish the Notice of Hearing. Motion carried unanimously. Clerk Administrator Barnes requested Council approve a salary increase for Delrose Ewan, Municipal Liquor Store Employee (from 3.50 to $3.75 per hour). Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that the increase be approved. Motion carried unanimously. Engineer Lemberg introduced Architect David A. Shea, Mechanical Engineer Don Billing and Electrical Engineer Bob Voight, all of whom worked with Engineer Lemberg on the study of the possible renovation of the Muni- cipal Liquor Store. Mr. Voigt stated that he found the electrical system in reasonably good condition, however, the building was short on receptacles in some areas. Mr. Billing commented that both the heating and air con- ditioning systems are not energy efficent.and recommended a roof top , system for the front store area. He also suggested that the sprinkler system should be extended to the first floor area. Mr. Shea then pre- sented his drawings and plans for improvement of the interior and ex- terior of the building, including the addition of a vestibule at the main entrance to form a wind blocllc. The cost estimates for the proposed projects were (1) Electrical $3,500 to $4,500, (2) Mechanical $30,000 to $41,000 and (3) General and Architectural $105,00 0 to $130,000. Following the presentations Council discussed the study. Councilmember Eggert stated he would be in favor of the absolute necessities such as a new roof, energy conservation, boiler and air conditioning if they are energy inefficient, and, perhaps, the vestibule idea as an energy con- servation measure. He also requested the Clerk Administrator inquire as to whether or not additional sprinklers would lower insurance rates. Mayor Warkentien inquired as to whether or not the building is structur- ally sound enough to warrant all the proposed changes and was assured by Mr. Shea that it is. Mayor Warkentien s"tated he was not sure the stare has sufficient business to warrant such costly improvements. Council agreed that the matter should be discussed further when all members are present and that the discussion should be addressed to determining which features are most important. - Engineer Lemberg informed that his group would be happy to discuss the matter further at a later date, if so desired, and that the presentation made was to point out items that should have attention and to give an idea of what is possible through renovation. 2~tayor Warkentien presented Resolution 81-12 providing for the City's parti- cipation in the Metropolitan HRA Rehabilitation Home Improvement Loan Program. Councilmember Eggert stated that he opposed the concept of the program. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Larson, that Resolution 81-12 be adopted. Upon a vote being taken the following voted "aye": Mayor Warkentien and Councilmember Larson, and the following voted against the same: Councilmember Eggert. Motion carried. .~1' DELINQUENT SEWER CHARGE HEARING TO BE HELD 10/7/81 D. EWAN SALARY INCREASE APPROVED REPORT ON POSSIBLE RENOVATION 0~ LIQUOR STORE METRO HRA $OME IMPROVE- MENT LOAN PROGRAM M1'NUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 9, 1Q81 PAGE 3 RESOLUTION 81-12 REQUESTING THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL HRA TO APPLY FOR AND IMPLEMENT A REHABILITATION LOAN PROGRAM WITHIN THE CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA Clerk Administrator Barnes reported that the attorney for the North Sub- urban cities had requested no one in the group give any information to the news media as Metropolitan Council, Metro Waste Control Commission and the City of St. Paul (at the urging of Tom Newcome) are attempting to find a permanent suitable solution to the problem. The Metro Council did rescind their action of February 6, 1981 which stipulated that the suburban communities must be charged for lake overflow. The Clerk- Administrator also informed Council that Ramsey County is now included in the overflow discussion. Clerk Administrator Barnes informed Council that he had been contacted by Don Swendra, American Shelter Corp. (owner of the property the City is considering for a new City Hall) and indicated he was aware the City is interested in a portion of the land. Mr. Swendra was of the opinion that the sale of the land to Falcon Heights would not be completed until December 1, 1981, however, the property is being appraised at the present time. The firms present plan for the land (which formerly was owned by Rose Hill Nursery) include a medical building, small office building, day care center, condominiums and town houses. In view of the possible purchase Clerk Administrator Barnes requested that Council authorize him to publish the "Invitation to Negotiate" for sale of the present City property. Councilmember Eggert was of the opinion that negotiating for sale of the property would be premature since the City is not positive when the new site might be available. After a discussion Mayor Warkentien moved, seccnded by Councilmember Larson, that the Clerk Administrator be authorized to publish the "Invitation to Negotiate" for sale of the City property in both the official newspaper and the Dodge Report. Upon a vote being taken the following voted in favor thereof: Mayor Warkentien and Councilmember Larson, and the following voted against the same: None. Councilmember Eggert abstained. Motion carried. Councilmember Eggert inquired as to how the architect is chosen for the City Hall construction. Engineer Lemberg replied that his firm would like to do the project and would be willing to bring in several architects and Council would decide which one they prefer to work with. Councilmember Eggert stated he had been informed by an architect that architectural firms are willing to study a proposed construction project and present proposals. Councilmember Eggert was of the opinion that it would be wise to interview several architects in order to get ideas from different individuals. Following the discussion Councilmember Eggert moved, seconded by Council- member Larson, that Engineer Lemberg be authorized to draw up preliminary specifications for a new City Hall such specifications to be used for the purpose of obtaining proposals from the architecturalfirms which work with the Bonestroo firm, the proposals to be presented at the October 7, 1981 meeting. Motion carried. . ~. i3 RESOLUTION 81-12 LAKE OVER- FLOW UPDATE CITY HALL UPDATE INVITATION T( NEGOTIATE TO BE PUBLISHED ENGINEER TO DRAFT PRELIMINARY SPECS AND CONTACT ARCHITECTS 1 MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 9, 1981 PAGE 4 Councilmember Larson requested information regarding the possibility of rezoning the American Shelter Corp. property to Planned Unit Develop- ment. Attorney Kenefick explained that the Planned Unit Development Ordinance was adopted to give maximum flexibility for a large piece of property. If the property .under discussion is rezoned PUD the Planning Commission must hold a Public Hearing on the subject and that Commission's recommendation will then be given to Council for consideration. He also informed that the initial underlying zoning stays in effect regarding such items as density, set back requirements etc, but can be altered , in order to make it in accord with the PUD concept. PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT EXPLANATION Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Larson, that the Clerk THANK YOU TO Administrator be directed to write a letter to Brent Lewis, Director of JOB CORPS the Job Corps Center, thanking the students for voluntarily cleaning up CENTER Fair debris in the City. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Warkentien announced that the Regional Meeting of the League of Minnesota Cities will be held in Shakopee, MN on September 30, 1981 at 2:30 p.m. Mayor Warkentien informed Council that as the Council Representative to the North Suburban Youth Service Bureau he has been invited to the Mounds View Community Education Advisory Council dinner meeting. Councilmember Eggert moved, seconded by Councilmember Larson, that Mayor and Dirs. Warkentien attend the meeting and that the City pay for the dinners ($7.00 each}. Motion carried unanimously. Clerk Administrator Barnes presented the proposed 1982 Budget for Council's review. Qouncil discussed whether or not to levy the limit allowed by law. The consensus of opinion was that in view of the deficits in the State Government there is a possibilty State aids will be reduced, it would be wise to levy the full amount allowed. Councilember Larson moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert that the full limit allowed be levied and any excess be placed in the Contingency Fund. Motion carried unanimously. The budgeted amount for employees salaries was discussed, whereupon Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that the salary rate increase for permanent employees be increased from 8% to 12% and that employees salaries be reviewed again on June 1, 1982. Motion carried unanimously. Councilmember Larson questioned the fact that there was no budgeted mount for Civil Defense as she felt it important to have a disaster fund and plan. Mayor Warkentien and Councilmember Eggert both stated that since the Contingency Fund is available in the event of a disaster budgeting would not be necessary. Councilmember Larson requested that John Kennedy, Ramsey County Services, be requested to address Council on the subject of a disaster plan and Council agreed. The Policing Budget designates that the 1982 Revenue Sharing Funds are to be applied to policing. The Fire and Rescue Budget discussion was deferred until the September 23, 1981 in order that"the department may have a representative in attendance. LEAGUE OF MN CITIES MTG. 4130/81 MAYOR AND MR: WARKENTIEN Tt ATTEND MOUND: VIEW COMMUNI' EDUCATION DINNER 1982 BUDGET DISCUSSION MINUTES ~ ~~ REGULAR CITX COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 9,.:1981 PAGE 5 Council directed the Clerk Administrator to draft the resolution to 1982 BUDGET adopt the budget as presented to include the total allowable levy (cont.) limit, any excess to be placed in the Contingency Fund. Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that ADJOURNMENT the meeting be adjourned at 11:00 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. ~{~Q ~ ~ ~ -~~~ Willis C. A. Warkentien, Mayor I1 Attest: i ~ ewan B. Barnes, Clerk Administrator Regular City Council Meeting of September 9, 1981