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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-27-2022 Regular Meeting CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS Regular Meeting of the City Council City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue AGENDA April 27, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: B. ROLL CALL: ANDREWS ___ GUSTAFSON____ LEEHY___ MEYER ___ WEHYEE___ STAFF PRESENT: PITTMAN____ OLSON____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. PRESENTATION E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. April 13, 2022 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes F. PUBLIC HEARINGS: G. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. General Disbursements through: 4/22/22 $519,012.64 Payroll through: 4/15/22 $14,603.82 Wire Payments through: 4/15/22 $10,385.74 2. Appointment of Brennan Sorensen to the position of Administrative & Communications Coordinator 3. American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) 4. Approve the 2022 Fee Schedule 5. Approve Charitable Gambling License 6. Accept Fair Housing Proclamation 7. Renew Support for Beyond the Yellow Ribbon H: POLICY ITEMS: I. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS: J. COMMUNITY FORUM: Please limit comments to 3 minutes per person. Items brought before the Council will be referred for consideration. Council may ask questions for clarification, but no council action or discussion will be held on these items. K. ADJOURNMENT: CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS Regular Meeting of the City Council City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue MINUTES April 13, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:08 PM B. ROLL CALL: ANDREWS _X__ GUSTAFSON__X__ LEEHY___ MEYER _X__ WEHYEE_X__ STAFF PRESENT: PITTMAN__X__ FREIHAMMER_X___ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Council Member Meyer to amend the agenda to include Policy Item H1 Letter of Support for Pedestrian Improvements; Approved, 4-0. D. PRESENTATION E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. March 23, 2022 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Motion by Council Member Wehyee to approve the meeting minutes; Approved, 4-0. F. PUBLIC HEARINGS: G. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. General Disbursements through: 4/6/22 $94,643.72 Payroll through: 3/31/22 $16,934.03 Wire Payments through: 3/31/22 $22,188.15 2. Community Development Coordinator/Planner Pay Adjustment 3. Approve Payment for the 2021 Sanitary Sewer Lining Project 4. Approve Minnesota Department of Transportation Master Partnership Contract 5. Approve Proposal for Geotechnical Evaluation for the 2023 Pavement Management Project 6. Approve Cooperative Agreement with Ramsey County for ROW Acquisition for Cleveland Avenue 7. Approve Animal Services Contract 8. Rename Resolution 22-08 Reestablishing Precincts and Polling Places 9. Resignation of Ryan Carlson from the Parks and Recreation Commission Motion by Council Member Meyer to approve the Consent Agenda; Approved 4-0. H: POLICY ITEMS: 1. Letter of Support for Pedestrian Improvements City Engineer Freihammer explained that the City had recently received a request from the City of Saint Paul to provide a letter of support for the regional solicitation application for improvements near the intersection of Hamline and Hoyt. If successful the project will be done in 2026. If awarded, federal grant funds will be used to cover 80% of the project cost. Meyer inquired why the start date was in 2026. Freihammer responded that requesting federal funds takes time and therefore you typically need to apply early. The cities could start construction sooner but then wouldn’t receive full funding. Wehyee inquired on whether there would be a hearing to provide more information to the public. Freihammer responded that the City would need to discuss and approve the plans before work can start. Meyer inquired on whether there were any future street improvement plans that could conflict with this project. Freihammer responded that this was unlikely as the proposed project consisted of minor geometric changes to the intersection. Wehyee confirmed there would be no assessments for property owners. Freihammer confirmed it would be very unlikely due to the nature of the project. Motion by Council Member Wehyee to approve the letter of support; Approved, 4-0. I. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS: Meyer reported that the Environment Commission met recently and had an active discussion about the climate action plan and the comprehensive plan. They will continue to meet in subcommittees to discuss and he hoped to bring it back to council in the next month or two. Andrews reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission had been exploring alternative methods of enhancing the existing summer programming. Gustafson reported that Community Engagement Commission will meet next week and planned to finalize details for the Spring Together event. He also noted that staff was struggling to hire a Summer Program Coordinator. Pittman reported that Xcel Energy would start work on Tatum and Lindig Street on Monday, April 18th. Public Works had also begun spring street sweeping. J. COMMUNITY FORUM: Please limit comments to 3 minutes per person. Items brought before the Council will be referred for consideration. Council may ask questions for clarification, but no council action or discussion will be held on these items. K. ADJOURNMENT: 7:38 PM _______________________________ Randall C. Gustafson, Mayor Dated this 27th day of April, 2022 _________________________________ Tim Pittman, Interim City Administrator BLANK PAGE  REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item General Disbursements, Payroll and Wire Payments Description General Disbursements through: 4/22/22 $519,012.64 Payroll through: 4/15/22 $14,603.82 Wire Payments through: 4/15/22 $10,385.74 Budget Impact The general disbursements, payroll and wire payments are consistent with the budget. Attachment(s) • General Disbursements, Payroll and Wire Payments Action(s) Requested Staff recommends that the Falcon Heights City Council approve general disbursements, payroll and wire payments. Meeting Date April 27, 2022 Agenda Item Consent G1 Attachment General Disbursements. Payroll, and Wire Payments Submitted By Roland Olson, Finance Director REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Appointment of Brennan Sorensen to the position of Administrative & Communications Coordinator Description Brennan Sorensen has accepted the position of Administrative & Communications Coordinator after the promotion of Megan Pavek. Mr. Sorensen has a start date of April 28th, 2022. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) • Resolution 22-14 Appointment of Brennan Sorensen to the position of Administrative & Communications Coordinator Action(s) Requested Staff recommend approval of attached resolution accepting the appointment of Brennan Sorensen to the position of Administrative & Communications Coordinator Meeting Date April 27, 2022 Agenda Item Consent G2 Attachment Resolution 22-14 Submitted By Tim Pittman, Interim City Administrator CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION April 27, 2022 No. 22-14 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - RESOLUTION APPOINTING BRENNAN SORENSEN TO THE POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR FOR THE CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS WHEREAS, on February 23, 2022, Megan Pavek was promoted to the position of Assistant to the City Administrator leaving the Administrative and Communications Coordinator position vacant; WHEREAS, thereafter the position was posted and candidates were interviewed by the City Administrator and Staff; WHEREAS, the position was offered and accepted by Brennan Sorensen; WHEREAS, Brennan Sorensen has a start date of April 28th, 2022. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota: 1. Appoint Brennan Sorensen to the position of Administrative and Communications Coordinator, and 2. Authorize compensation of $22.12 per hour ($46,000/year). - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Moved by: Approved by: ________________________ Randall C. Gustafson Mayor GUSTAFSON ___ In Favor Attested by: ________________________ MEYER Tim Pittman ANDREWS ___ Against Interim City Administrator LEEHY WEHYEE BLANK PAGE  REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) Description The Treasury Department requests by April 30, 2022 information on the uses of the ARPA funds allocated to the City of Falcon Heights in the amount of $ 604,112.20. The City will respond by completing the “No Projects Verification” section of the report. The City anticipates future expenditures as the coronavirus effects are not over with at this time. The funds will be obligated by December 31, 2023 and spent by December 31, 2024. The City has received 50% of this funding. The City elected with Resolution 22-08 to use the standard allowance available under the revenue loss provision of ARPA. Staff requests a resolution to provide guidance to complete the “No Projects Verification” section of the report. Budget Impact Supports governmental services. Attachment(s) Resolution 22-15 Action(s) Requested Staff recommends acceptance of the attached resolution. Meeting Date April 27, 2022 Agenda Item Consent G3 Attachment Resolution 22-15 Submitted By Tim Pittman, Interim City Admin Roland Olson, Finance Director CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION April 27, 2022 No. 22-15 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE GUIDANCE ON REPORTING ON THE CORONAVIRUS LOCAL FISCAL RECOVERY FUND ESTABLISHED UNDER THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT WHEREAS, since the first case of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) was discovered in the United States in January 2020, the disease has infected over 32 million and killed over 575,000 Americans (“Pandemic”). The disease has impacted every part of life: as social distancing became a necessity, businesses closed, schools transitioned to remote education, travel was sharply reduced, and millions of Americans lost their jobs; WHEREAS, as a result of the Pandemic, cities have been called on to respond to the needs of their communities through the prevention, treatment, and vaccination of COVID-19; and WHEREAS, city revenues, businesses and nonprofits in the city have faced economic impacts due to the Pandemic; and WHEREAS, Congress adopted the American Rescue Plan Act in March 2021 (“ARPA”) which included $65 billion in recovery funds for cities across the country; and WHEREAS, ARPA funds are intended to provide support to state, local, and tribal governments in responding to the impact of COVID-19 and in their efforts to contain COVID-19 in their communities, residents, and businesses; and WHEREAS, $604,112.20 has been allocated to the City of Falcon Heights of which the initial distribution of $302,056.11 has already been received pursuant to the ARPA (“Allocation”); and WHEREAS, the United States Department of Treasury has adopted guidance regarding the use of ARPA funds; and WHEREAS, the City, in response to the Pandemic, has had expenditures and anticipates future expenditures consistent with the Department of Treasury’s ARPA guidance; and WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota will distribute ARPA funds to the City because its population is less than 50,000; and WHEREAS, In May 0f 2021, the US department of Treasury (“Treasury”) published the Interim Final Rule describing eligible and ineligible uses of funds as well as other program provisions, sought feedback from the public on these program rules, and began to distribute funds; and WHEREAS, On January 6, 2022, Treasury issued the final rule. The final rule delivers broader flexibility and greater simplicity in the program, responsive to feedback in the comment process; and WHEREAS, the final rule offers a standard allowance for revenue loss of up to $10 million, allowing recipients to select between a standard amount of revenue loss or complete a full revenue loss calculation; and WHEREAS, recipients that select the standard allowance may use that amount, in many cases their full award, for governmental services, with streamlined reporting requirements. WHEREAS, the final rule allows for completion of the required report using the “No Projects Verification” section with an explanation provided by the recipient. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota: 1. The City has previously elected to use the standard allowance available under the revenue loss provision of the American Rescue Plan Act in the amount of $604,112.20 to be used for the general provision of government services. 2 The City intends to use the “No Projects Verification” section of the report at this time and provide an explanation as to not listing specific projects at this time. An appropriate explanation would be: 3 “The City has experienced significant revenue losses in the sanitary sewer operation due to coronavirus. With the coronavirus continuing to impact city operations, the City chooses to use its ARPA funds for general governmental services in the sanitary sewer operation; storm sewer maintenance and improvements; city operations; and infrastructure street and equipment maintenance and improvements.” Adopted by the City Council of City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota this twenty seventh day of April 2022. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Moved by: Approved by: ________________________ Randy Gustafson Mayor GUSTAFSON ____ In Favor Attested by: ________________________ LEEHY Tim Pittman MEYER ____ Against Interim City Administrator WEHYEE ANDREWS BLANK PAGE  REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approve the 2022 Fee Schedule Description Each year the City Council is required to approve a fee schedule that identifies the various fees charged by the City. Staff reviews these fees each year to ensure that the costs charged cover the City’s expenses and so they are competitive with other cities of comparable size. The 2022 fee schedule, effective January 1, 2022, includes the following changes: • 2.2% increase to the sanitary sewer and 2.9% increase to the storm drainage fees • AllPaid has increased the credit/debitcard convenience fee from 2.65% to 2.95% Budget Impact These fees are incorporated in the 2022 budget. Attachment(s) • 2022 Proposed Fee Schedule • Resolution 22-16 Approving the 2022 Fee Schedule Action(s) Requested Staff recommends that the Falcon Heights City Council approve the attached resolution and fee schedule. Meeting Date April 27, 2022 Agenda Item Consent G4 Attachment 2022 Proposed Fee Schedule Resolution 22-16 Submitted By Roland Olson, Finance Director 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS Adopted 2022 Fee Schedule A.LICENSES 1.Business Licenses Item Fee Bus Benches (Courtesy) $ 50.00 per bench Gasoline Station Operator License Fewer than 15 hours $ 100.00 15-20 hours $ 400.00 20 hours or more $ 500.00 Municipal Business 10,000 sq. ft. or less $ 100.00 10,001 sq. ft. or more $ 200.00 Pool Hall $ 800.00 Precious Metal Dealer Investigation fee/general $ 1,500.00 Investigation fee/MN only $ 500.00 License fee $ 2,000.00 Restaurant Lunchroom $ 50.00 Fewer than 15 hours $ 100.00 15-20 hours $ 400.00 20 hours or more $ 500.00 Therapeutic Massage License Investigation fee $ 350.00 License fee $ 100.00 Home Occupation License $ 50.00 Retail Grocery License $ 50.00 Holiday Tree Sales License $ 50.00 Car Wash License $ 50.00 2.Liquor Licenses Item Fee Bottle Club $ 300.00 Liquor, Off-Sale $ 310.00 Liquor, On-Sale $ 4,000.00 Liquor, Special Event $ 25.00 Liquor, Sunday $ 200.00 Malt Beverage, Off-Sale $ 150.00 Malt Beverage, On-Sale $ 500.00 Malt Beverage, On-Sale (with wine license) $ 1.00 Wine License $ 2,000.00 Temporary Liquor License $ 50.00 Background Checks (per license) $ 500.00 Exhibit A 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule 3. Other Licenses Item Fee Amusement machines (per machine) $ 30.00 Cigarette sales $ 250.00 Contractor licenses $ 35.00 Peddlers and solicitors (For profit) $ 25.00 per individual (Charitable) Free, but license still required Pool tables (per table) $ 30.00 Refuse Haulers $ 100.00 Low-Density Rental License $ 50.00/per unit High-Density Multifamily Rental License 5-19 units per building $ 150.00 20-49 units per building $ 200.00 50-99 units per building $ 250.00 100+ units per building $ 300.00 Re-inspection (due to initial failure) $ 50.00 B. PERMITS 1. Building permit fees: Total Valuation Fee $1.00 - $500.00 $25.00 $501.00 - $2,000.00 $25.00 for first $500, $3.25/each additional $100, to and including $2000 $2,001.00 - $25,000 $73.75 for first $2000, $14.75/each additional $1000, to and including $25,000 $25,001.00 - $50,000 $413.00 for first $25,000, $10.75/each additional $1000, to and including $50,000 $50,001.00 - $100,000.00 $681.75 for first $50,000, $7.50/each additional $1000, to and including $100,000.00 $100,001.00 - $500,000.00 $1,056.75 for first $100,000, $6.00/each additional $1000, to and including $500,000 $500,001.00 - $1,000,000.00 $3,456.75 for first $500,000, $5.00/each additional $1,000, to and including $1,000,000 $1,000,001 and up $5,956.75 for first $1,000,000, $4.00/each additional $1,000 Other Inspections and Fees: 1. Inspections outside of normal business hours $47.00 per hour1 (minimum charge – two hours) 2. Re-inspection fees assessed under provisions of Section 305.8 $47.00 per hour1 3. Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated $47.00 per hour1 (minimum 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule charge – one-half hour) 4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to plans $47.00 per hour1 (minimum charge – one-half hour) 5. For use of outside consultants for plan checking and inspections, or both actual costs2 1Or the total hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is the greatest. This cost shall include supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages, and fringe benefits of the employees involved. 2Actual costs include administrative and overhead costs. *Building Permits are subject to the State Surcharge 2. Relocation of structure or building: $ 150.00 3. Demolition or removal of structure: $ 1.25/1,000 cubic ft.; minimum $ 50.00 4. Residential Solar Installation Flat fee: $200 State Surcharge: $1.00 5. Mechanical permit fees a. Residential Work Base Fee $ 30.00 State Surcharge $1.00 Furnace/Boiler (warm air or hot water heating system) $ 60.00 New $ 30.00 Replacement $ 20.00 Unit heaters Air conditioning and refrigeration $ 40.00 New $ 25.00 Replacement Other Items $ 25.00 Gas line/piping $ 30.00 Duct work $ 35.00 Wood burning furnace per unit $ 35.00 Swimming pool heater per unit $ 25.00 Air exchanger with duct work per unit $ 25.00 Gas or oil space heater per unit $ 25.00 Gas direct vent heater per unit $ 25.00 Gas fireplace log or heater per unit $ 25.00 Gas hot water heater for domestic hot water (only if replacing gas line) 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule b. Commercial Work Gas piping, refrigeration, chilled water, pneumatic control, ventilation, exhaust, hot water, steam, and warm air heating systems. This fee shall be $50 plus 1-1/4 percent (1.25%) of the total valuation of the work. Value of the work must include the cost of installation, alteration, addition, and repairs, including fans, hoods, HVAC units and heat transfer units, and all labor and materials necessary for installation. In addition, it shall include all material and equipment supplied by other sources when those materials are normally supplied by the contractor. 6. Plumbing Permit Fees $ 30.00 base fee plus $ 7.00 per fixture installed, $ 1.00 state surcharge 7. Right of Way Permit Fees Item Fee Registration fee $ 25.00 Hole $ 150.00 Trench $ 150.00 + $40.00 per 100 lineal feet or portion thereof Boring $ 150.00 + $ 40.00 per 100 lineal feet or portion thereof Obstruction $ 50.00 + $ 0.06 per lineal foot Small Cell Wireless Permit fee $ 100.00 Rent on City structure $ 150.00 per year Maintenance for colocation $ 25.00 per year Monthly electrical services Radio node less than 100 watts $ 73.00 per month Radio node over 100 watts $ 182.00 per month 8. Sewer Connection or Repair $ 50.00 9. Water Connection Meter Size Fee 3/4" $ 62.00 1" $ 115.00 1-1/2" $ 265.00 2" $ 470.00 3" $ 1,080.00 10. Street Opening Fee $ 25.00 (plus cost of permit) 11. Zoning Permit 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule Item Fee Fence $ 40.00 Temporary Sign $ 30.00 Permanent Sign (each) $ 50.00 Residential driveway $ 40.00 Commercial driveway Subject to Building Permit Fees 12. Mobile Storage Structure/Dumpster Permit Location Fee On private property 14 days $ 10.00 30 days $ 20.00 On public street 72 hours $ 10.00 (Permits may be renewed once in a 90 calendar-day period) 13. Chicken Permit (first time and subsequent applications) $ 50.00 14. Beekeeping Permit (first time and subsequent applications) $50.00 C. PLANNING FEES* Item Fee Comprehensive Plan Amendment $ 500.00 Conditional Use Permit $ 500.00 Design Review (when required by code) $ 50.00 Lot Split (one lot into two) $ 500.00 Planned Unit Development $ 500.00 Rezoning/Zoning Amendment $ 500.00 Subdivision (>1 new lot) $ 500.00 + $ 100.00/lot created Variance $ 500.00 Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Application Fee $5,000.00 Non-Refundable Escrow $10,000.00 *Fee plus actual cost billed by contractors or city consultant fees. 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule D. FACILITY RENTAL FEES Private use of public facilities is permitted on a space available basis. Reservations and damage deposits are required for private use of the following community facilities. Discounted rates are available for weekly bookings: Park Facility Rental Amenities & Fees Rental Fees Facility Amenities available Half Day 9am-3pm / 4pm-10pm Full Day 9am-10pm Community Park Building & Upper Picnic Area (2050 Roselawn Ave; corner of Roselawn and Cleveland) Park building Full kitchen (stove, oven, refrigerator/freezer, sink, microwave) Tables & chairs Inside bathrooms 2 BBQ grills 9 Outdoor picnic tables Parking lot (50 vehicle capacity) plus off-street parking Not Available $150 + tax East Picnic Area (near playground) 2 Picnic tables Trash receptacles Portable toilet Parking lot (50 vehicle capacity) plus off-street parking $20 + tax $35 + tax Lower Picnic Area (Southwest corner of park) 2 Picnic tables 1 BBQ grill Trash receptacles Portable toilet Parking lot (50 vehicle capacity) plus off-street parking $20 + tax $35 + tax Play Kit Rental Includes variety of balls, Frisbees, and other play equipment $15 + tax Set up/Tear Down $25 Disclaimers: • A damage deposit ($200-400, or as determined by the City Administrator) is required for park facility rentals. The deposit must be made in a separate form from the payment and will be refunded upon return of facility key and inspection of the facilities. • Nonprofit organizations must provide a copy of a Tax Exempt form (MN Dept. of Rev, IRS, W9 or MN Dept. of Taxation) • Key pick up must be arranged two (2) days prior to scheduled event. Keys may be picked up at City Hall. o Regular business hours: Monday –Friday 8:00am-4:30pm o Summer hours (Memorial Day-Labor Day): 7:30am- 5:00pm Monday-Thursday, Friday 7:30am-noon • Keys can be returned during business hours to City Hall. After hours drop-off is available via the drop box outside the main entrance. • Rental permits will be issued once payment is received. Staff cannot reserve the facility without 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule payment. • If you plan on bringing any outside equipment (i.e. inflatable devices, dunk tanks etc.) into the park, you must disclose this to a city employee during the reservation process. The City may require documentation such as a hold harmless agreement or certificate of insurance naming the City has an additional insured. City Hall Facility Rental Fees Rental Fees Capacity 3 hours Half Day 9am-3pm/4pm-10pm Full Day 8am-10pm Council Chambers Full room (includes kitchen facility) 150 75 Seated $115.00 + tax $175.00 + tax $250.00 + tax Partial Council Chambers (Front or Back Half) 75 30 Seated $50.00 + tax $100.00 + tax $150.00 + tax Kitchen Facility 10 6 Seated $25.00 + tax $50.00 + tax $50.00 + tax Conference Room 8 maximum $30.00 + tax $60.00 + tax $100.00 + tax Set Up Fee (government entities exempt) $25.00 Disclaimers: • A $200 refundable damage deposit is required for City Hall rentals. The deposit must be made in a separate form from the payment and will be refunded upon return of facility key and inspection of the facilities. • Nonprofit organizations must provide a copy of a Tax Exempt form (MN Dept. of Rev, IRS, W9 or MN Dept. of Taxation) • Key pick up must be arranged two (2) days prior to scheduled event. Keys may be picked up at City Hall. o Regular business hours: Monday –Friday 8:00am-4:30pm o Summer hours (Memorial Day-Labor Day): 7:30am- 5:00pm Monday-Thursday, Friday 7:30am-noon. • Keys can be returned during business hours to City Hall. After hours drop-off is available via the drop box outside the main entrance. • Rental permits will be issued once payment is received. Staff cannot reserve the facility without payment. • City Hall cannot be rented for private social gatherings. 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule Field/Court/Rink Rental Fees Discounted rates are available for Multi-day bookings (see below) Single Day Use Multi-day Use (weekly fee) Individual/Group type 3 hour block Additional hours Resident $20 + tax $10/hour + tax - Non-resident $30 + tax $10/hour + tax - Youth organizations (must be open to youth aged 2-18 in Falcon Heights) $20 + tax $10/hour + tax 2 days/week: $35 3 days/week: $50 4 days/week: $65 5 days/week: $80 6+ days/week: $100 Adult organizations $30 + tax $10/hour + tax 2 days/week: $40 3 days/week: $55 4 days/week: $70 5 days/week: $85 6+ days/week: $105 Disclaimers: • Fees apply only for games and practices. Tournaments or special events/services are subject to additional fees. • Field/Court/Rink use permits will be issued when payment and application are received. • All short term rentals (1-5 times) entitle the customer to use of the field as is; anything additional will be the customer’s responsibility (i.e. striping the field or providing bases.) • Special request of services will be dealt with on a case by case basis and may include extra fees. All requests should be discussed with the Parks and Recreation Department at 651-792-7617. 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule E. FACILITY USE BY PUBLIC SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS 1. Public facilities are available for use on a reservation basis. 2. The following shall be allowed use of public facilities but set up/tear down fees apply: a. Specifically listed local organizations: • League of Women Voters • Senior Citizen Groups (Falconeers, Roseville Area Seniors) • Ramsey County League of Local Governments • League of Minnesota Cities/Association of Metropolitan Municipalities • Watershed management organizations • Scouts, Brownie Troops, 4-H, Campfire • Neighborhood Groups (e.g. Grove Association, Maple Knoll Courtyard Homeowner’s Association) • 55 Alive Mature Driving Class • Cable Commission • Developers when presenting to neighbors • Legislators for informational (non-campaign) meetings, except after the filing date and before the November election of a legislative election year unless requested by a majority of the city council • Northeast Youth and Family Service • Lauderdale and Falcon Heights Lions Club • Roseville Rotary Club • Party Precinct caucuses, legislated district conventions and county conventions under the requirements of MN State Statute 202A.192 • AARP Tax Services • Hobby groups or clubs that meet the following criteria: o Falcon Heights based (A minimum of 25% of on-going members or participants are Falcon Heights residents). o Non-profit o Open membership o Founded on a hobby o Actively reaches out to include people of different ages, especially youth, to encourage intergenerational exchanges of information o Encourages a community service and/or benefit component • Falcon Heights neighborhood or community groups whose activities are open to all and for the sole purpose of developing, fostering and strengthening neighborhood and community well-being. b. Any organization that meets the above guidelines yet uses a facility more than twice a year shall be charged $100 per year. c. The organization or group cannot be a private, business, political, or religious organization. d. Any organization denied free use under this policy as defined in this section may appeal to the city council. 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule F. MISCELLANEOUS FEES Item Fee Agendas (City Council or Commissions) 1 $ 15.00/year City Council Minutes1 $ 35.00/year Commission Minutes1 $ 20.00/year New Resident Handbook $ 10.00 printing fee Single copies $ 0.25 + tax/page for first 100 pages Assessment search $ 20.00 Maps $ 6.50 Open burning permit $ 25.00 (no charge for recreational fires) Returned Check Fee $ 25.00 Credit/Debitcard convenience fee 2.95% per transaction 1 The charges apply only when hard copies are mailed. These documents can be viewed free of charge on the website or at City Hall. G. FALSE ALARM FEES 1. Fire False Alarms (at an address or property within one calendar year) $ 0 for first false alarm $ 175 for second false alarm $ 300 for third false alarm $ 400 for fourth false alarm $ 500 for fifth and subsequent false alarm 2. Security False Alarms (at an address or property within one calendar year) $ 0 for first false alarm $ 60 for second false alarm $ 100 for third false alarm $ 200 for fourth false alarm $ 300 for fifth false alarm $ 400 for sixth false alarm $ 500 for seventh and subsequent false alarm 3. Penalties and Assessment Penalties for late payment and assessment of unpaid fees are the same as stipulated for unpaid utility fees in the city code. H. VEHICLE EMERGENCY RESPONSE The fee for emergency personnel response to accidents is $350.00/vehicle. I. PARKING FEES Item Fee Application fee to designate “residential area” permit parking $ 200.00 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule Annual residential area parking permits First two vehicles $ 15.00/vehicle Third and subsequent vehicles $ 25.00/vehicle Lost permit replacement $ 5.00 Temporary parking permit (up to 3 weeks) $ 3.00/vehicle Temporary parking permit for 5 or more vehicles for a one-time/one-day event $ 25.00 Uniform parking fine $50.00/violation J. SANITARY SEWER The sanitary sewer fee for residential units is $36.25 per quarter plus $0.0237695 per cubic foot of water usage during the months of November – January. For apartment units, the rate will be $36.25/unit/quarter plus $0.0237695 per cubic foot of water used in November. For residential units, this will serve as the maximum fee for other quarters throughout the year, but the actual amount billed may be lower depending on water usage. For commercial units, the fee is $0.0237695 per cubic foot of water usage during each month. K. STORM DRAINAGE The fee for storm drainage is $26.75 per quarter for residential units and $247.04 per acre for commercial and apartment units. L. HYDRANT WATER The fee for hydrant water is 6% surcharge of the water bill. M. RECYCLING The recycling charge is $10.50 per quarter for residential units. N. STREET LIGHTING The street lighting fee is $6.00 per quarter for residential units and $0.02 per lineal foot frontage for commercial properties monthly. O. FEES FOR UNSPECIFIED REQUESTS A private party or public institution (hereinafter applicant) making a request to the City for approval of a project or for public assistance must cover the City's consultants' costs associated with reviewing the request. Prior to having the request considered by the City, the applicant must deposit an escrow fee in an amount that is estimated to cover the City's consultants' costs as determined by the City Administrator. If the City's consultants' costs exceed the initial escrow deposited by the applicant, an additional escrow fee will be required to cover the additional costs. The City shall use the applicant's fees to cover the City's actual consultants' costs in reviewing the request regardless of the City's action on the applicant's request. If the applicant's escrow fees exceed the City's actual consultants' costs for reviewing the request, the remaining escrow fees shall be refunded to the applicant. P. SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL $100/hour with a minimum of $100 2022 Fee Schedule Adopted by City Council 4/27/22 S:\Fee Schedule CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION April 27, 2022 No. 22-16 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2022 CITY FEE SCHEDULE WHEREAS, City Staff reviews the fee schedule to make sure that the fee reflects staff cost and that the fee is competitive; WHEREAS, the recommended changes are reflected on the attached 2022 City Fee Schedule labeled as “Exhibit A”. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota approves the 2022 Fee Schedule as attached as “Exhibit A”. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Moved by: Approved by: ________________________ Randall C. Gustafson Mayor GUSTAFSON ___ In Favor Attested by: ________________________ MEYER Tim Pittman ANDREWS ___ Against Interim City Administrator LEEHY WEHYEE BLANK PAGE  REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approve Charitable Gambling License Description The following individual/entities have applied for a Charitable Gambling License for 2022. Staff have received the necessary documents for licensure. 1. Falcon Heights PTA The license allows for charitable gambling to occur at the Falcon Heights Elementary School on May 20, 2022 from 5-8 pm. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends approval of the Charitable Gambling License application for the Falcon Heights PTA. Meeting Date April 27, 2022 Agenda Item Consent G5 Attachment N/A Submitted By Megan Pavek Assistant to the City Administrator BLANK PAGE  REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Accept Fair Housing Month Proclamation Description The City was recently contacted by the Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors (SPAAR) which is committed to working with communities to increase homeownership, fair housing, and sustainable community development. April is Fair Housing Month and with the homeownership gap continuing to widen, this issue is more important than ever. The pandemic has also emphasized the value and importance of homeownership for many. SPAAR is asking our city to join them in their commitment to preserving and upholding fair housing laws by signing a resolution accepting the Fair Housing Month Proclamation. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) • Resolution 22-17 Accept Fair Housing Month Proclamation Action(s) Requested Staff recommend approval of attached resolution to accept the Fair Housing Month Proclamation. Meeting Date April 27, 2022 Agenda Item Consent G6 Attachment Resolution 22-17 Submitted By Tim Pittman, Interim City Administrator CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION April 27, 2022 No. 22-17 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL AS FAIR HOUSING MONTH WHEREAS, the Fair Housing Act, enacted on April 11, 1968, enshrined into federal law the goal of eliminating racial segregation and ending housing discrimination in the United States; and WHEREAS, the Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, and disability, and commits recipients of federal funding to affirmatively further fair housing in their communities; and WHEREAS, the City of Falcon Heights is committed to the mission and intent of Congress to provide fair and equal housing opportunities for all; and WHEREAS, our social fabric, the economy, health, and environment are strengthened in diverse, inclusive communities; and WHEREAS, more than fifty years after the passage of the Fair Housing Act, discrimination persists, and many communities remain segregated; and WHEREAS, acts of housing discrimination and barriers to equal housing opportunity are repugnant to a common sense of decency and fairness. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF Falcon Heights, Minnesota does hereby declare the month of April, 2022 as Fair Housing Month. In the City of Falcon Heights as an inclusive community committed to fair housing, and to promote appropriate activities by private and public entities to provide and advocate for equal housing opportunities for all residents and prospective residents of the City of Falcon Heights. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - Moved by: Approved by: ________________________ Randy Gustafson Mayor GUSTAFSON ____ In Favor Attested by: ________________________ LEEHY Tim Pittman MEYER ____ Against Interim City Administrator WEHYEE ANDREWS BLANK PAGE  REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Renew Support for Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Description Beyond the Yellow Ribbon is a nationally recognized organization whose purpose is to provide support and advocacy for active-duty service members and their dependents, and disabled and retired veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Many communities in the Suburban Ramsey County Network pledged their support to BTYR back in May of 2012. BTYR has recently reached out to these communities and asked them to renew their support. The City of Falcon Heights recognizes that there is a need for a local chapter of BTYR to provide necessary programs for community support, training, services, and other resources. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) • Resolution 22-18 Supporting the City of Falcon Heights Commitment of Support to the Suburban Ramsey County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network Action(s) Requested Staff recommend approval of the attached resolution. Meeting Date April 27, 2022 Agenda Item Consent G7 Attachment Resolution 22-18 Submitted By Tim Pittman, Interim City Administrator CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION April 27, 2022 No. 22-18 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COMMITMENT OF SUPPORT TO THE “SUBURBAN RAMSEY COUNTY BEYOND THE YELLOW RIBBON NETWORK” UNITING THE CITIES OF SUBURBAN RAMSEY COUNTY IN SUPPORT OF SERVICE MEMBERS, VETERANS AND MILITARY FAMILIES WHEREAS, Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) is a nationally recognized organization whose purpose is to provide support and advocacy for active-duty service members and their dependents, and disabled and retired veterans of the United States Armed Forces; and WHEREAS, active and retired service people and their dependents in the City of Falcon Heights have been in need of a local chapter of BTYR to provide the necessary programs for community support, training, services and resources; and WHEREAS, on May 17, 2012 the cities of Arden Hills, Falcon Heights, Gem Lake, Lauderdale, Little Canada, Maplewood, Mounds View, New Brighton, North Oaks, North St Paul, Roseville, Shoreview, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Lake Township formed the Suburban Ramsey County Yellow Ribbon Network and were proclaimed by the State of Minnesota as “Yellow Ribbon Communities”; and WHEREAS, representatives of those communities formed a Steering Committee to research, compile and submit a comprehensive Action Plan describing available resources, plans, and goals for a BTYR group to serve locally, which included plans to work with educational institutions, faith communities, health care facilities, and municipalities and other governmental units; and WHEREAS, since 2012, the Suburban Ramsey County Yellow Ribbon Network has provided fiscal and physical support to individual service members, veterans and their families, identified community resources and built lasting relationships with local military leadership and Yellow Ribbon Corporations; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota: 1. The City renews support to the Suburban County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network by providing leadership support, community awareness and city representation on the BTYR Network Steering Committee. 2. The City Council hereby designates the City of Falcon Heights to be a participating and active member of the Suburban Ramsey County BTYR Network, and that the City of Falcon Heights will provide applicable support to this chapter. Adopted by the City Council of City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota this twenty seventh day of April 2022. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Moved by: Approved by: ________________________ Randy Gustafson Mayor GUSTAFSON ____ In Favor Attested by: ________________________ LEEHY Tim Pittman MEYER ____ Against Interim City Administrator WEHYEE ANDREWS