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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCMin_82Feb10MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING '~ FEBRUARY 10, 1982 t A regular meeting of the Falcon Heights City Council was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Warkentien. Mayor Warkentien, Councilmembers Larson, Ciernia and Chestovich. Also PRESENT present were Clerk Administrator Barnes and Attorney Swanson. None. Councilmember Eggert arrived at 7:55 p.m. ABSENT The following new business was added to the agenda: (1) Cancellation NEW BUSINESS of Check 414402 in the amount of $500.00, (2) Summons on towing of snow- ADDED TO AGENI bird, and (3) Possible changes in agenda format. Councilmember Chestovich moved, seconded by Councilmember Larson, that CONSENT AGENDE the Consent Agenda be approved as presented. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVED 1. Fire Report 44F-00382 2. Rescue Reports 44R-00682 - 44$-01082 3. General Payroll.l/16/82 - 1/31/82 $ 5,144.49 4. Liquor Payroll 1/16/82 - 1/31/82 $ 3,198.04 5. General Disbursements 1/28/82 - 2/10/82 $11,592.07 6. Liquor Disbursements 1/26/82 - 2/8/82 $24,730.61 7. Planning Commission Annual Report for 1981 8. Building Inspector's Report, November and December, 1981 Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Councilmember Chestovich, that MINUTES OF the Minutes of January 27, 1982 be approved as presented. Motion carried 1/27/82 unanimously. APPROVED Councilmember Ciernia reviewed the December meeting with State Fair Officials regarding reimbursement of the City for costs attributed to the Fair and Fair visitors. He gave an update on the pending legislation which would repeal the portion of the statute providing for negotiation with the Fair and which would also detach the Fairgrounds from the cities that embrace its boundaries. Attorney Swanson stated that the detach- ment would be unique as he did not know of any past legislation to detach an area from the municipalities. Clerk Administrator Barnes expressed concern regarding any detachment as the Fairgrounds are in some ways bound to the municipality such as sewer service, voting, and schools. Council concurred that the matter should be reviewed before replying to Representative Hanson's letter drawing attention to the proposed bill and suggested that Councilmember Ciernia and the Clerk Administrator attend the hearing on the bill. Goutlcilmemb~r Eggert arrives. Mayor Warkentien presented for Council's approval Duncan, 1753 Albert to the Recreation Advisory Coy moved, seconded by Councilmember Chestovich,~that approved.- Motion carried unanimously. REVIEW OF STATE FAIR NEGOTIATIONS . ~ COUNCILMEMBER .. EGGERT ARRIVE the appointment af. John imittee. Mayor Warkentien JOHN DUNCAN the appointment be '~ APPOINTED TO REC. COMMITTEI Councilmember Larson commented on the Planning Commission Public Hearing PUBLIC HEARIN on the request for rezoning the Hawkins/Hermes property. She informed ON PUD REQUES" Council that the Hearing has been continued to March 1, 1982 and that HAWKINS/HER*1E the Planning Commission requested that Council schedule their Public PROPERTY Hearing on the rezoning for a date as early in March as possible. SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 10, 198: MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 1982 PAGE 2 Following a discussion Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Council- member Ciernia, that the Public Hearing be scheduled for March 10, 1982 at 7:00 p.m. and that the Clerk Administrator be authorized to publish the Hearing Notice. Motion carried unanimously. 151 PUD HEARING (cont.) Councilmember Larson presented for Council`s approval the appointment of TIM FINNIGAN Tim Robert Finnigan, 877 California, St. Paul, MN, to the Fire Depart- APPROVED AS went as recommended by the Fire Department. Councilmember Larson moved, FIREFIGHTER seconded by Councilmember-Eggert,-that the appointment be approved subject to the physical and one year probation period. Motion carried unanimously. Attorney Swanson explained that the purchase agreement on the 60' x 522' strip of land belonging to the Hermes family, had previously been approved, however he requested that Council approve the modifications to the agree- ment which were deemed necessary. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert that modifications of the agreement made by Attorney Swanson be approved. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Warkentien called to Council`s attention a Notice of Public Hearing to be held by the Board of Ramsey County Commissioners for Establishment of a Minnesota Metropolitan Regional Rail Authority. Council discussed the matter and concurred that another governmental agency is not needed. Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Mayor Warkentien, that the Clerk Administrator be directed to write the Ramsey County Board informing that body that Falcon Heights objects to the establishment of such an agency. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Warkentien read a thank you letter from Barb Raeburn for Resolution 82-8 (Concern for the Loss of Her Husband in the Stillwater fire). Clerk Administrator Barnes requested authorization to transfer the following funds to the Community Center Construction Account: $46,478.16 from Sinking Account #103 (1963 Improvements), $10,632.23 from Sinking Account 4107 (1967 Storm Sewer), $484,000.00 from the General Fund, and $234,500.00 from the Sanitary Sewer Fund fora total of $775,610.39. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that the above amounts be permanently tranferred to the Community Center Construction Fund. Motion carried unanimously. Council inquired as to whether any negotiations were taking place for sale of the present City Hall site and Glerk Administrator Barnes informed that he had met with Lowell Hargens of GTA and negotiations will continue. Councilmember Eggert informed Council that the following Public Hear- ing on Cable TV have been scheduled: Falcon Heights City Council Public Hearing to be held February 24, 1982 at 7:30 p.m. (at which time the public will be heard and Cable Company representatives will be in attendance to ansQer questions only), North Suburban Cable Commission Hearing on February 25, 1982 at 7:00 p.m. at the Rose- ville City Hall for the purpose of hearing interested groups, and the hearing at which the cable companies will offer their summary of their :proposals: to be held March 25, 1982 at 7:00 p.m. at the Parkview Middle School. Councilmember Eggert again expressed his concern that the wording of the "Request for Proposals" did not COUNCIL OBJECT TO ESTABLISH- ING A METRO REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY THANK YOU FRO' BARB RAEBURN READ TRANFER OF FUNDS TO COMMUNITY BUILDING FUND APPROVED NEGOTIATIONS FOR SALE OF PRESENT SITE CABLE TV UPDATE MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 1982 PAGE 3 ~' i prohibit the "local investors" concept which the Storer firm has elected CABLE TV to utilize. He also stressed the fact that Storer has stated in their (cont.) proposal that they will not put down a list of public access items which they will provide, but will give $500,000 and the commission can decide on the specifics. Councilmember Eggert explained-that the RFP did give a basic outline of what is desired in the system (in regard to public access) and both of the other bidders have addressed the matter in their proposals. He suggested that, if .Storer is awarded the franchise, Council carefully examine the matter and decide whether or not to reserve the 5~ franchise fee or a portion of-the $500,000 for the City's own dispensation. Councilmember Larson inquired as to what would happen if Falcon Heights votes against the awarding of the franchise. Council- member Eggert stated it would create a problem because Falcon Heights would be unable to obtain a sophisticated cable system if going it alone. Councilmember Ciernia reminded those in attendance that the School SCHOOL CLOSING Board, at their February 11th meeting, will be voting on which school DISCUSSION to close. Since the Falcon Heights Elementary School is one of the schools being considered for closing many residents are concerned about the future use of the building. Several Councilmembers had received calls from residents inquiring as to whether or-not the building could be used for a City Hall or if the land would be purchased by the City for some other use. Councilmember Larson said she explained that there was no mention of the school closing at the time the new City facility was planned and that the school would not be practical for a City Hall for several reasons such as the building is not energy efficient and the cost would be exorbitant. Councilmember Chestovich felt that, perhaps, the City would be approached in re- gard to purchasing the property and Mayor Warkentien replied that he had talked to school officials and he did not think the City would be contacted regarding purchase of the property. The Fourth Quarter, 1981 Prosecuting Attorney's Report was noted. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Larson, that the Clerk Administrator be authorized to cancel Check ~~14402 in the amount of $500.00 (check issued to•Aznerican Shelter - to be re-issued to Hermes for easement strip). Motion carried unanimously. PROSECUTOR'S 4TH QUARTER/8 REPORT NOTED CHECK ~I4402 CANCELLID Councilmember Ciernia inquired as to the progress on the land-purchase. CITY HALL SIT. Attorney Swanson informed that the "quick take" should have been settled UPDATE today (2/10/81) but he was having trouble getting the "quick take" deed signed. The '_'quick take" agreement will allow the City to go on the land but the ultimate cost of the property will be determined by the' condemnation. Clerk Administrator Barnes informed Council that Westland Construction GROUND BREAfi- has requested a date be set for the ground breaking for the new City ING DISCUSSION building. After a discussion Council agreed that it was too early to set a date and that when the time is right the Clerk Administrator should notify Council by phone. MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 1982 PAGE 4 Attorney Swanson explained that David Steinhaus, 1394 W. Iowa, has filed CLAIM AGAINST a claim in Conciliation Court charging the City with discrimination in CITY FOR the towing of his car on January 21, 1982 (snowbird). Clerk Administrator SNOWBIRD Barnes inquired if it would be necessary for him to appear and testify TOWING and Attorney Swanson replied that it was only necessary for the Deputy D. STEINHAUS involved to appear and reply. ~; Councilmember Chestovich informed Council that at the Seminar for Newly Elected Officials it was mentioned that one community reserves a portion of the Council Agenda for citizen concerns, which she felt was a good idea. Clerk Administrator Barnes explained-that Council had tried something similar in the past {starting the meeting at 7:00 p.m. to allow 30 minutes for citizen input) and there was very little response. Councilmember Chestovich .stated she would like it listed as a specific agenda item and thought it would be good public relations and that people would feel more comfortable about addressing Council. Mayor Warkentien was of the opinion that if citizens want input they should call in and request a time on the agenda. He also stressed that citizens who stop in are usually invited to speak. No action was taken at this time. Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that the meeting be adjourned at 9:24 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Attest: w.~ Dewan B. Barnes, Clerk Administrator r DISCUSSION RESERVING A TIME ON COUNCIL AGEND FOR CITIZEN CONCERNS ADJOURNMENT Willis C. A. Warkentien, Mayor Regular City Council Meeting of February 10, 1982