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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCAgen_06Mar08CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS Regular Meeting of the City Council City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue AGENDA March 8, 2006 A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM B. ROLL CALL: GEHRZ ____ KUETTEL ____ HARRIS ____ LINDSTROM ____ TALBOT _____ WORTHINGTON _____ KREUSER_____ C. PRESENTATION: 1. John Thein, Roseville School District #623 2. John Ohl, SAPD Annual Report D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 22, 2006 TAB 1 E. PUBLIC HEARINGS: F. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. General Disbursements through 3/2/06 $64,440.47 TAB 2 Payroll $15,770.36 2. 2006 Licenses TAB 3 3. Step increase, reclassification, and regular appointment for Stacey Kreuser, Deputy Clerk TAB 4 4. 18 month step increase for Greg Hoag, Parks and Public Works D i r e c t o r TAB 5 5. Replacement of 2001 Ford F250 Pickup Truck TAB 6 G. POLICY AGENDA: 1. Resolution supporting the constitutional amendment for motor vehicle sales tax dedication to transportation TAB 7 2. Drive-through Moratorium Study and Process TAB 8 3. Hoyt/Snelling Feasibility Report (Addendum) TAB 9 H. COMMUNITY FORUM: I. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS: Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council City of Falcon Heights February 22, 2006 Mayor Gehrz convened the regular City Council meeting at 7:00 PM. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Sue Gehrz, Council members Laura Kuettel, Pam Harris, Peter Lindstrom and Richard Talbot, City Administrator Heather Worthington, Deputy Clerk Stacey Kreuser, and Parks and Public Works Director Greg Hoag. PRESENTATIONS: None scheduled. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the February 8, 2006 meeting were approved. Deputy Clerk Kreuser will clarify one section of the minutes dealing with the moratorium. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None scheduled. CONSENT AGENDA: Council member Kuettel asked that the ZipCar program offered by the U of M be included in the publicity Falcon Heights is doing for HourCar. Council member Harris asked what percentage the increase would be for the two public works employees. Mayor Gehrz replied that to bring the workers to 90% of comparable cities, Tretsven would receive a 6% salary increase with a 3% COLA. Callahan would receive an hourly adjustment of $2.81 per hour. Administrator Worthington added the 2006 budget included these raises. Council member Kuettel moved to approve the following nine items on the consent agenda. The motion was unanimously approved. 1. General Disbursements through 2/16/06: $70,684.38 Payroll: $13,667.46 2. Approval of Licenses 3. Approval of Roselawn Trail Grant Application 4. Approval of an application for an exempt permit to conduct raffle sales for the Falcon Heights Elementary PTSA 5. Approval of final payment estimate to Jay Brothers, Inc. in the amount of $10,218.85, for the 2004 Curtiss Field Pond Improvements 6. Award 2006 street sweeping contract 7. Placing of HourCar information on City website and in newsletter 8. Salary adjustment and title change for Dave Tretsven, Senior Maintenance Worker, Public Works 9. Position reclassification and salary adjustment for Colin Callahan, Maintenance Worker (50%), Public Works POLICY AGENDA: 1. Council Operating Rules Amendment Mayor Gehrz began the item by giving an overview of the council operating rules. She stated the proposed amendment represents no change in practice but just adds language to the council operating rules that states council workshops are open to the public but not recorded. She added that although the amendment represents no change in practice, it was a good opportunity to talk about the reasons for this practice. Mayor Gehrz noted council workshops are held the first Wednesday of the month and regular business meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. All meetings are open to the public. At the business meetings (regular council meetings), the council conducts public hearings, discusses and votes on many different issues, approves expenditures, and sometimes hears informational presentations. These meetings are televised and web streamed. She stated that council workshops are much less formal and often longer than other council meetings. In these workshops, the council: a. Studies issues by inviting staff or consultants to present in-depth information on a topic; b. Gives staff direction on whether additional research is needed on an issue; c. Advises the City Administrator and Mayor about contract and public relations negotiating strategies that will best represent the interests of the people of Falcon Heights to other institutions like the U of M, the State Fair, or other cities with whom we have contracts like Roseville, St. Anthony, or Lauderdale. Providing web streamed or cable tv access to those discussions puts our city at a real disadvantage in any negotiation. Those with whom we are negotiating can have access to our bottom line positions; d. Develops the goals, strategies, and action plans for the next year upon which the budget will be based; and e. Develops the preliminary budget for the next year, which includes review and consideration of every line item. Opportunity for council and staff to consider a wide range of options including eliminating programs and staff positions that are highly valued by some residents. You want the council to not be constrained from putting all possible options on the table and televising sessions places an undue constraint. Mayor Gehrz wrapped up by reminding residents that everyone is welcome to come to the workshops, and people do come. Council member Harris moved to approve the council operating rules amendment. The motion was unanimously approved. 2. Consideration of the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the University of Minnesota Football Stadium Project Mayor Gehrz began the item by giving a brief overview of the U’s actions to date on the on- campus stadium proposal. She added the U has formed an Advisory Committee, and since Falcon Heights will be affected by a stadium on the campus through traffic and parking at the State Fairgrounds, she would entertain any comments or concerns from the council to report to the committee. Council member Lindstrom asked about the traffic enforcement, and suggested the City get in writing that the U will pay for additional traffic officers whenever events warrant them. Council member Harris stated that residents need to know when the overflow parking at the Fairgrounds will be utilized. Mayor Gehrz replied she would have the committee address it. Mayor Gehrz ended by stating no action was necessary, since it was an informational update. She added that comments on the impact study will be accepted until February 27, and anyone who wants to view the report in its entirely can find it on the U website. 3. March Food Drive Mayor Gehrz stated that Falcon Heights has done a food drive for the past two years. A date of April 1 was set for the Lions to pick up the food dropped off at City Hall. Council member Kuettel added that Falcon Heights Elementary would be a drop off site as well. Mayor Gehrz stated the Neighborhood Commission would discuss the food drive at its February 27th meeting, and would address the need for residential drop-off locations. Administrator Worthington added that the Roseville Rotary club would be on-hand at the food shelf to help stock shelves. 4. Amendment to Credit Card Policy Administrator Worthington gave an overview of the item by stating Parks and Public Works Director often purchases goods for City Hall at wholesale distributors that do not allow house charge accounts. To more conveniently allow for purchasing at these stores, Worthington recommended Parks and Public Works Director Hoag be added to the group, along with the City Administrator and Deputy Clerk, that is allowed to have a credit card in their name. She added the standard limit under her authority of $5,000 would still apply, and the council would review all credit card statements. Council member Lindstrom moved to approve the amendment to the credit card policy, and the motion was unanimously approved. 5. Year-end Forestry Report Parks and Public Works Director Hoag began by giving a report on the tree activity in 2005. Council member Kuettel expressed her frustration at the City having to replace 10-year old trees that were planted too deep and were dying. She asked that staff put employees working with planting, and those companies that are hired to do planting, through a training course so events do not happen like this in the future. Mayor Gehrz asked about the ReLEAF grants that were awarded to the City, and whether or not they were continuous. Hoag replied that they are awarded on a 2-3 year cycle, depending on what the funding is for, and how ReLEAF decides to allocate grant dollars. Council member Kuettel asked if the tree climbers use spiked boots that can damage the trees. Hoag replied the climbers usually use bungees and ropes, and the company the City uses staff- certified arborists. Council member Lindstrom asked if there was any part of the City that was better or worse in regards to Dutch Elm Disease (DED). Hoag replied the highest percentage of trees were taken out of the Northome area, but that is also where the most trees are. He added the sooner that infected trees are removed, the less chance they have to spread the disease to other trees. Mayor Gehrz asked about the status of the boulevard tree removal. Hoag replied it is about one year behind and the 30 trees that were to be removed in 2005 are on a wait list. COMMUNITY FORUM: David Wickler, Boy Scouts Troop 266, addressed the council on the food drive item. He stated the troop would be interested in helping with the citywide drive; it would be a service project for the troop. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS: Council member Lindstrom reported that at the Environment Commission meeting they were working on the community garden project. Currently the garden is slated to be planted in spring 2007, since there is not time to plan in time to have it growing by this summer. He added a “feasibility study” and consulting with other gardeners would be completed this spring, in time for the budget workshops in June. Council member Harris reported the Park/Rec Commission discussed the open gym and its declining use. She stated the Commission decided to reduce the price of open gym from $3 to $2 for adults and $1.50 for kids in hopes the attendance will rebound. Mayor Gehrz announced the City was still taking applications for the Neil Kwong Youth Citizenship Award through the end of February. She stated Commissioner Janice Rettman taped a show at the new Senior Building, and the City will be notified when the show will air. Lastly, she reminded residents of the February 25 free emergency preparedness training session to be held at the Radisson in St. Paul. She added that she and Heather would be presenting at the session. Administrator Worthington stated she had attended a meeting of the North Suburban Business Council, and good discussion on shared city services commenced. In addition, the Ramsey County report on City-shared services would be publicized and made available soon. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Stacey Kreuser Deputy Clerk CONSENT F1 3/08/06 ITEM: Disbursements and Payroll SUBMITTED BY: Roland O. Olson, Finance Director REVIEWED BY: Heather Worthington, City Administrator EXPLANATION: 1. General Disbursements through 3/2/06 $ 64,440.47 2. Payroll 2/16/06 – 2/28/06 $ 15,770.36 ATTACHMENTS: • General Disbursements • Payroll ACTION REQUESTED: • Approval CHECK#VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION DEPT.AMOUNT FINAL PAY EST.JAY BROS --------8,305.85 CITY OF FALCON HEIGH COUNCIL REPORTDATE03/02/06 TIME 01:57 61482 US BANCORP 61482 US BANCORP NORTHERN ESCROW INC APPROVAL OF BILLS PERIOD ENDING:3-2-06 LMC CONFERENCE EXPENSES MN NURSEY&LANDSCAPE CONF PAGE --------402 .~.--------65.00,,) The copy of the credit card statement supporting these 2 charges was 'included in the January 25,2006 council agenda. However,these 2 charges didn't appear on the payahle list and need to be listed.These charges were paid on a timely basis to avoid any late penalty fees imposed by the credit card company. NORTHERN ESCROW INC FINAL PAY EST.JAY BROS --------1,913.00 TOTAL FOR DEPT 00 10,686.29 LAURA KUETTEL DEC LMC EXPS REIMBURSMNT LEGISLAT LILLIE SUBURBAN NEWSPAPER LEGAL PUBLICATION LEGISLAT •••TOTAL FOR DEPT 11 109.74 90.56 19.18 AMERICAN OFFICE PRODUCTS 61483 EHLERS AND ASSOCIATES MINNEAPOLIS PAPER COMPANY PERA UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA INK JET PRINTER CARTRIDG ADMINIST FINANCE SEMINAR CONF ADMINIST COPY/LASER PAPER ADMINIST FEB 28TH PERA ADMINIST MUNICIPALS WKSHP:STACEY ADMINIST 23.42 195.00 74.53 1,980.49 70.00 •••TOTAL FOR DEPT 12 2,343.44 ASSOC.GOVT ACCOUNTANTS MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL FINANCE 95.00 •••TOTAL FOR DEPT 13 95.00 CITY OF ROSEVILLE JAN15-FEB14 TELE CHRGS TOTAL FOR DEPT 16 COMMUNIC 433.34 433.34 MN NCPERS LIFE INSURANCE JONES/MARCH/06 INSURANCE PLANNING •••TOTAL FOR DEPT 17 16.00 16.00 HOAG,GREG XCEL ENERGY NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS,INC •••TOTAL EMERG MGMT TNG CONF EXPS ELECTRICITY:EMERG SIREN CELL PHONE FOR DEPT 21 EMERGENC EMERGENC EMERGENC 68.12 15.15 8.63 44.34 CITY OF ST ANTHONY MAR/06 POLICE SVCS TOTAL FOR DEPT 22 POLICE 41,035.08 41,035.08 AMERIPRIDE LINEN&APPARELLINEN CLEANINGFIREFIG34.44 FIREEQUIPMENTSPECIALTIEBATTERIES FIRE FIG132.13 61620MICHAELKNOX REPLACE PAYROLL CK 62272 FIRE FIG38.55 KURHAJETZ, CLEM ANT BAIT FIRE FIG6.38 W.S.DARLEY&CO. CHAIN SAW MOUNTFIREFIG138.25 W.S.DARLEY&CO. 1 SALVAGE COVERFIREFIG137.83 NEXTELCOMMUNICATIONS,INCCELLPHONESFIREDEPT FIRE FIG153.19 •••TOTALFORDEPT24 640.77 HOAG,GREG BOARD OF WATER COMMISSNRS BOARD OF WATER COMMISSNRS CINTAS CORPORATION #470 GRAINGER,W.W.,INC. MUSKA ELECTRIC OLSEN FIRE PROTECTION TERMINIX NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS,INC ***TOTAL RAMSEY COUNTY FEB MILEAGE CITY HAL70.76 H2O CITY HAL52.85 S.S. CITY HAL26.04 RUG SVC CITY HALLCITY HAL78.23 HAND STAMP SET CITY HAL18.25 ELECTRICAL REPAIR WORK CITY HAL229.94 SPRINKLER SYTEM CHECK CITY HAL210.00 ANT &PEST CONTROL CITY HAL47.93 CELL PHONE CITY HAL28.01 FOR DEPT 31 762.01 JAN 06 SNOWPLOWING/SANDG STREETS 2,527.83 DATE 03/02/06 TIME 01:57 CITY OF FALCON HEIGH COUNCIL REPORT APPROVAL OF BILLS PERIOD ENDING:3-2-06__ PAGE CHECK#VENDeR NAME DESCRIPTION DEPT.AMOUNT NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS,INC CELL PHONE STREETS19.14 •••TOTALFORDEPT32 2,546.97 BOARDOFWATERCOMMISSNRSH2O PARK &R18.3: BOARDOFWATERCOMMISSNRSS.S. PARK &R26.04 MOBILEMINI, INC.WARMING HOUSE RENTALPARK&R404.3E MUSKAELECTRIC ELECTRICAL REPAIR WORKPARK&R230.03 XCELENERGY PROTECTIVE LIGHTINGPARK&R27.8E QWEST TELEPHONE-COMMUNITY PKPARK&R111.28 NEXTELCOMMUNICATIONS,INCCELLPHONE PARK &R16.1: NEXTELCOMMUNICATIONS,INCCELLPHONE PARK &R16.15 •••TOTALFORDEPT41 850.24 JAMES FLEMING ROSEVILLE AREA SCHOOLS TARGET •••TOTAL REFUND:REC CLASS CANCLD SUMMER PROG APPLICATION DEAD OF WTR SUPPLIES FOR DEPT 50 PARK PRO PARK PRO PARK PRO 169.19 54.0C 20.0C 95.1~ WASTE MANAGEMENT-BLAINE FEB/06 RECYCLING •••TOTAL FOR DEPT 56 AMERICAN OFFICE PRODUCTS TABLES:COUNCIL CHAMBERS •••TOTAL FOR DEPT 63 FIRE EQUIPMENT SPECIALTIE RESCUE ROPE FIRE EQUIPMENT SPECIALTIE ELKHART NOZZLES •••TOTAL FOR DEPT 64 SOLID WA 2,392.5( 2,392.50 GENERAL 1,182.0' 1,182.04 FIRE &R 134.2~ FIRE &R 639.8( 774.05 CELLPHONE REPLACMNT:DAVE SANITARY CELL PHONE SANITARY CELL PHONE SANITARY 160.69•••TOTAL FOR DEPT 75 EHLERS AND ASSOCIATES 2006 TIF ESTIMATES •••TOTAL FOR DEPT 77 EHLERS AND ASSOCIATES 2006 TIF ESTIMATES •••TOTAL FOR DEPT 78 NEXTEL NEXTEL NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS,INC COMMUNICATIONS,INC COMMUNICATIONS,INC TIF #1 87.50 TIF #2 87.50 103.2' 38.2/ 19.l' 87.51 87.51 •••TOTAL FOR BANK 01 ***r.!D~••.m 'T'n.,..n.T.*•• 64,440.47 64.440.47 PERIOD END DATE 02/28/06 **FILE NOT UPDATED**PAGE SYSTEMDATE02/27/06 C H E C K REG I S T E R CHECK CHECKEMPLOYEE NAME CHECKCHECK TYPE DATENUMBER NUMBERAMOUNT COM 2 27 06 6 SUSANGEHRZ624635.57 COM 2 27 0612 LAURA A.KUETTEL62464277.05 COM 2 27 0613 PETER C.LINDSTROM62465277.05 COM 2 27 0614 RICHARD PTALBOTJR624667.05 COM 2 27 0616 PAMELA M.HARRIS62467277.05 COM 2 27 0634 CLEMENTKURHAJETZ62468390.09 COM 2 27 0640 KEVINANDERSON6246982.42 COM 2 27 0674 MARK JALLEN62470230.87 COM 2 27 0691 RICHARD HHINRICHS6247194.05 COM 2 27 0697 PATRICKGAFFNEY62472120.05 COM 2 27 0698 BRADLEY J.REZNY62473115.26 COM 2 27 061003 HEATHERWORTHINGTON624762126.19 COM 2 27 061007 PATRICIAPHILLIPS62477733.77 COM 2 27 061008 STACEY T.KREUSER624781136.58 COM 2 27 061015 GREGORY R.HOAG624791733.75 COM 2 27 061016 LISA A.ANDERSON624801090.57 COM 2 27 061033 DAVETRETSVEN624811620.84 COM 2 27 061035 JOSEPH J.AUGER SR62482193.11 COM 2 27 061038 DEBORAH KJONES624831243.08 COM 2 27 061136 ROLAND 0OLSON624841570.09 COM 2 27 061140 ROBERT MPILGRIM62485361.55 COM 2 27 061143 COLIN BCALLAHAN624861058.41 COM 2 27 061176 MICHAEL PECKBERG62487189.90 COM 2 27 062068 WILLIAMPIDANY62488322.08 COM 2 27 06211 7 REBECCA L.SCHMIDT62489124.67 COM 2 27 062120 PATRICK J.BARNUM6249072.73 COM 2 27 062121 KAREN E.RAJCIC62491316.53 COMPUTERCHECKS 15770.36 MANUALCHECKS .00 NOTICESOFDEPOSIT .00 ****TOTALS**** 15770.36 CONSENT F2 3/08/06 ITEM: 2006 Licenses SUBMITTED BY: Stacey Kreuser, Deputy Clerk EXPLANATION: The following business has applied for a mechanical contractor’s licenses for 2006. City staff has obtained the necessary documents for licensure. • Northern Air Corporation The following businesses have applied for a municipal business license. Staff has obtained the necessary documents for licensure. • Tiffany Nails & Skin, LLC • Maytag Services LLC dba Hoover Sales & Service CONSENT F3 3 / 8 / 0 6 ITEM: Step increase, reclassification and regular appointment for Stacey Kreuser, Deputy Clerk SUBMITTED BY: Heather Worthington, City Administrator EXPLANATION: Summary: Stacey Kreuser, our Deputy Clerk, has reached the end of her probationary appointment period with the City. I have conducted a performance evaluation of her work, and found her to meet or exceed expectations in all performance areas, including quality of work, work habits, interpersonal relations, organizational flexibility, and work traits. Stacey has become an integral part of our team here in Falcon Heights. While the learning curve for her position was steep, she has done an excellent job of learning her roles and responsibilities, correcting deficiencies, and taking on additional duties as needed. Therefore, I am recommending a 5% standard first step increase, a regular appointment as Deputy Clerk, and a reclassification to Assistant City Administrator/Deputy Clerk. This reclassification is requested to better reflect her duties and responsibilities. ATTACHMENTS: • Assistant City Administrator/Deputy Clerk Job Description ACTION REQUESTED: • Approval of step increase of 5%, regular appointment, and reclassification to Assistant City Administrator/Deputy Clerk for Stacey Kreuser. City of Falcon Heights Assistant City Administrator/Deputy Clerk Updated March 2006 Reports to: City Administrator Type: Hourly, non-exempt; full time Salary: Salary range depending on qualifications Primary objective: Provides a broad range of administrative duties including support to the mayor and council members, city administrator, and other staff members in a wide variety of areas. Receives and provides information to the public. Independently maintains city records and licenses. All is done under minimal supervision. Deputy Clerk duties: • First resource to answer telephones and cover front desk, responding to concerns/ complaints or forwarding to appropriate staff person • Processes applications for all permits and city contractor licenses. • Organize and manage elections • Provides answers to questions on assessments and maintains the assessment files • Maintains, organizes and updates the city’s files • Oversees maintenance of city records • Opens mail and receipts in money • Updates the city calendar monthly and phone information line as needed • Updates new residents list and provides new residents with packet of information • Notifies, renews, and distributes parking permits for resident permit parking, and State Fair parking. • Issue temporary parking permits to residents as requested. • Copies and assembles council agendas and arranges for distribution to council members • Attends council meetings, takes and records minutes of each meeting • Handles licensing and renewals of all business, contractor and liquor licenses • Anticipates and seeks out accurate information from the appropriate parties that the public needs access to and the city can help provide • Maintains notary status • Checks city e-mail address daily for incoming email and responds accordingly • Orders office supplies • Performs other duties as assigned Duties as Assistant City Administrator: • Assists City Administrator and Finance Director with annual budget • Participates in large-scale city projects (i.e.: Comprehensive Plan) • Works as an integral part of the City’s management team • Assists in maintaining the code, and coordinating code updates Minimum qualifications: • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are required for this position • Ability to operate a personal computer including; word processing, spread sheets using Word, Excel, Access and internet • Ability to write and edit • Ability to work independently and organize, manage and prioritize a variety of tasks • Ability to maintain an organized work environment and record keeping • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing • Ability to maintain and enhance effective working relationships • Willingness to initiate and follow-though on communication with the public • 3 years as a secretary or administrative aide • 3 years as a secretary or administrative aide in an environment dealing with a variety of responsibilities that require prioritizing tasks and moving from one task to another task on short notice • Ability to organize and understand official city records Desirable qualifications: • Experience in city government beyond 3 years • Familiarity with city codes • College degree Necessary Physical skills: • Ability to communicate verbally in person and over the telephone • Ability to navigate around and through the city office building • Ability to use a personal computer and office equipment • Ability to lift 30 pounds CONSENT F4 3 / 8 / 0 6 ITEM: Step increase for Greg Hoag, Director of Parks and Public Works SUBMITTED BY: Heather Worthington, City Administrator EXPLANATION: Summary: Greg has completed his first 18 months with the City. He has proven to be an excellent employee, who consistently meets and more frequently, exceeds, my expectations as his supervisor. Greg has taken on many additional roles and responsibilities this past year, including becoming the Deputy Emergency Management Director, managing the two major road projects we have coming up in 2006, and being involved in the Capital Region Watershed District Technical Advisory Committee. Because of Greg’s exemplary performance, I am recommending the full 5% step increase he is eligible for at his 18 month anniversary under city policy. ACTION REQUESTED: • Approval of step increase of 5% for Greg Hoag, Director of Parks and Public Works. CONSENT F5 3/8/06 ITEM: Replacement of 2001 Ford F250 Pickup Truck SUBMITTED BY: Greg Hoag, Director of Parks and Public Works REVIEWED BY: Heather Worthington, City Administrator EXPLANATION: Summary: The Ford F250 is 5 years old and is scheduled for regular replacement. The Sanitary Sewer Capital Budget for 2006 includes $30,000 for replacement of this vehicle. This truck must be purchased in two parts - the base truck and the additional equipment add-on. Boyer Ford in Minneapolis can offer government pricing for the base vehicle. They are also offering a trade-in price “as is” for our existing 2001 truck. Base Vehicle $23,288.00 Less trade $10,550.00 Subtotal $12,738.00 Tax $827.97 Total $13,565.97 Staff recommends that the plow for this truck be purchased so that it will be interchangeable with the plow on the one-ton pickup already in service. This will ensure that a plow is always available. The only manufacturer’s representative for this plow, the Leo plow, is Truck Utilities in Maplewood. Additionally, the installation of the hydraulic tailgate lift, safety strobe lights, rear window cab protector, cab step bars and back up alarm be purchased and installed at Truck Utilities as well. Cost $8,718.00 (plow, hydraulic tailgate lift, safety strobe lights, rear window cab protector, cab step bars and back up alarm) Tax $566.67 Total $9,284.67 Fast signs will provide two City logos for the doors of the truck. Cost $224.25 Total: $23,116.89. ATTACHMENTS: • Estimate from Truck Utilities, Inc., Boyer Trucks, and Fast Signs. ACTION REQUESTED: • Approve the purchase of a Ford F250 truck from Boyer Ford, snowplow, hydraulic lift gate, and other amenities from Truck Utilities, and door graphics from Fast Signs. TRUCK. UIILmES INC. 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The 2006 Ford F-250 XL Prepared For:Mr.Greg Hoag Prepared By:Terry Wojtowicz Prepared On:February 06,2006 Prepared For: Mr.Greg Hoag City of Falcon Heights 2077 W Larpenteur Ave Falcon Heights,Minnesota,55113 Phone:651-792-7618 Prepared By: Terry Wojtowicz Boyer Ford Trucks 2425 Broadway St NE Mpls,Minnesota,55413 Phone:612-627-5515 Toll Free:1-800-570-8453 ~,1..--'"~7410'01#, Veil icle Pro file 2006 Ford F-250 4x4 SD Regular Cab 137"WB SRW XL (F21) Powertrain Triton 5.4L V-8 SOHC SMPI 24 valve engine with variable valve control'140 amp HD alternator'650 amp 72 amp hours (Ah)HD battery'Engine block heater'5-speed electronic automatic transmission with overdrive,lock-up, driver selection'Part-time four-wheel drive with manual transfer case shift,manual locking hubs'Limited slip differential'3.73 axle ratio'Stainless steel exhaust Steering and Suspension Hydraulic power-assist re-circulating ball steering'4 wheel disc brakes with front and rear vented discs'Firm ride suspension'Non-independent front suspension'Front anti-roll bar'Front coil springs'HD front shocks'Rigid rear axle'Rear leaf suspension'HD rear leaf springs'HD rear shocks'Front and rear 17.0"x 7.50"argent steel wheels with chrome hub covers'LT245/75SR17.0 BSW AT front and rear tires'Underbody w/crankdown mounted full-size steel spare wheel Safety 4-wheel anti-lock braking system'Center high mounted stop light'Dual airbags,passenger side front-impact cancellable airbag •Front height adjustable seatbelts Comfort and Convenience Air conditioning'AM/FM stereo,clock,seek-scan,2 speakers,fixed antenna'Manual tailgate/rear door lock'2 12V DC power outlets,ashtray,front lighter element(s)location'Analog instrumentation display includes tachometer,oil pressure gauge,engine temperature gauge,transmission fluid temp gauge,engine hour meter,trip odometer' Warning indicators include oil pressure,water temp warning,battery,key in ignition,low fuel,door ajar'Manual front windows with light tint'Variable intermittent front windshield wipers'Passenger side vanity mirror'Day-night rearview mirror'Interior lights include dome light with delay,front reading lights'Glove box,front cupholder, instrument panel bin,dashboard storage Seating and Interior Seating capacity of 3 •Bench front seat with fixed head restraints'4-way adjustable driver seat'4-way adjustable passenger seat'Cloth faced front seats with carpet back material'Full cloth headliner,full vinyl/rubber floor covering,plastic/rubber gear shift knob,cabback insulator Exterior Features Pri~S and content availability as shown,are subj~ct to change and should be treated as estimates only.Actual base vehicle,package and option pricing may vary from this estimate because of spedallocal pricing,availability or pricing adjustments not reflected in the dealer's computer system.See salesperson for the most current information. Reference CT05203259 2/1/2006 Printed on February 06,2006 at 08:34 Price Level:650 QuotelD:Falcon Page 2 Vehicle Profile Continued Prepared For: Prepared By: Dealership: Mr.Greg Hoag Terry Wojtowicz Boyer Ford Trucks Exterior Features (Continued) Side impact bars,front license plate bracket,fully galvanized steel body material,side steps'Black side window moldings,black front windshield molding,black rear window molding'Black door handles'Argent grille'2 doors with tailgate rear cargo door'Class V trailering,trailer harness,trailer hitch,brake controller'Driver and passenger manual black folding outside mirrors'Front and rear chrome bumpers,with front black bumper insert,front tow hooks rear step'Aero-composite halogen head lamps •Additional exterior lights include cab clearance lights,pickup cargo box light,underhood light'Clearcoat monotone paint Warranty Bumper to bumper 36 month/36,000 miles Powertrain . Corrosion Perforation 60 month/unlimited mileage Roadside Assistance . 36 month/36,000 miles 36 month/36,000 miles Dimensions and Capacities Output 300 hp @ 5,000 rpm Torque 365 lb.-ft.@ 3,750 rpm 1st gear ratio 3.110 2nd gear ratio 2.220 3rd gear ratio 1.550 4th gear ratio 1.000 5th gear ratio 0.710 Reverse gear ratio 2.880 Curb weight 6,140 Ibs.GVWR 9,000 Ibs. Front GAWR 4,000Ibs.Rear GAWR Weight 6,100Ibs. Payload 2,900Ibs.Front curb weight 3,617lbs. Rear curb weight 2,523Ibs.Front axle capacity 6,000Ibs. Rear axle capacity 6,200Ibs.Front spring rating 4,000Ibs. Rear spring rating 6,100 Ibs.Front tire/wheel capacity 6,390Ibs. Rear tire/wheel capacity 6,390Ibs.Towing capacity 9,700Ibs. Maximum GCWR 16,000Ibs.5th-wheel towing capacity 9,700Ibs. Front legroom 41.0"Front headroom 41.1" Front hiproom 67.4"Front shoulder room 68.0" Passenger area volume 66.3 cu.ft.Length 226.4" Body width 79.9"Height 79.1 " Wheelbase 137.0"Front tread 68.3" Rear tread 67.2"Turning radius 23.1 ' Fuel tank 38.0 gal.Exterior cargo length 98.6" Exterior cargo minimum width 50.9"Exterior cargo volume 77.8 cu.ft. Exterior cargo pickup box depth 20.0"Exterior cargo maximum width 69.3" Prices and content availability as shown.are subject to change and should be treated as estimates only.Actual base vehicle.package and option pricing may vary from this estimate beeause of sproalloeal pricing.availability or priCIng adjustments not reftected in the deale(s computer system.See salesperson for the most current information Reference CT05203259 2/112006 Printed on February 06,2006 at 08:34 Price Level:650 QuotelD:Falcon Page 3 Prepared For: Mr.Greg Hoag City of Falcon Heights 2077 W Larpenteur Ave Falcon Heights,Minnesota,55113 Phone:651-792-7618 Selected Options Vehicle Snapshot Prepared By: Terry Wojtowicz Boyer Ford Trucks 2425 Broadway St NE Mpls,Minnesota,55413 Phone:612-627-5515 Toll Free:1-800-570-8453 TRUCKS 2006 Ford F-250 4x4 SD Regular Cab 137"WB SRW XL (F21 Code Engine:5.4L 3-Valve SOHC EFI Triton V8 Transmission:TorqShift Elect.5-Spd Auto w/OD Rear Axle Ratio:Limited Slip w/3.73 GVWR:9,000 Ibs Description Class MSRP F21 Base Vehicle Price (F21)STD25,480.00 Packages 600A Order Code GOOA OPTN/C (995)Engine:5.4L3-ValveSOHCEFITritonV8;(445)Transmission:6-Speed Manual w/OD;(X37)3.73 Axle Ratio;(TBK)Tires:L T245/75Rx17EBSWA/S Continental (5);(641)Wheels:17"Argent Painted Steel (5):Includes painted center ornaments.;(587)Radio:ETR AM/FM Stereow/Digital Clock:Includes 2-speakers.;(V)HD Vinyl Full Bench Seatw/Recline;(STDGV)GVWR:9,000 IbsPowertrain 995 Engine:5.4L 3-Valve SOHC EFI Triton VB INCIncluded Torque:365fUbs.@3750rpm.44T Transmission:TorqShift Elect.5-Spd Auto w/OD OPT1,490.00 TransmissionTemp.GaugeinInstrumentCluster X3L Limited Slip w/3.73 Axle Ratio OPT300.00 STDGV GVWR:9,000 Ibs INCIncluded Wheels&Tires TBM Tires:LT245/75Rx17E BSW AIT B.F.Goodrich (5)OPT125.00 Pnces and content availability as sh~n,are subI~t to cha~ge and should be treated as _estimates only.Actual base 'Iehide,package and option pricing may vary from this ~~i:;;:~c~~o~~g~iE~a{/~~pricing.availability or priCing adjustments not reflected In the dealers computer system.See salesperson for the most current information Printed on February 06,2006 at 08:34 Price Level:650 QuotelD:Falcon Page 4 Selected Options Continued Code Description Prepared For: Prepared By: Dealership: Mr.Greg Haag Terry Wojtowicz Boyer Ford Trucks Class MSRP 641 Seats &Seat Trim Wheels:17"Argent Painted Steel (5) Includes painted center ornaments. INC Included C HD Cloth Full Bench Seat w/Recline OPT160.00 OtherOptions 137WB 137"Wheelbase STDN/C 18L Molded Black Cab Steps OPT320.00 PAINT Monotone Paint STDN/C 592 Roof Clearance Lights OPT55.00 86T 12.5K Built Ford Tough Trailer Hitch Receiver OPT175.00 Includes2"trailerhitch.54D Trailer Tow Mirrors w/Manual Glass INCIncluded Manualtelescoping.52B TowCommand Integrated Trailer Brake Controller INCIncluded DeletestrailerbrakewiringkitincludedwithstandardTrailerTowPackage.Works with electric brakes only. 572 Manual Air Conditioning OPT850.00 587 Radio:ETR AM/FM Stereo w/Digital Clock INCIncluded Includes2-speakers.86M Snow Plow Package OPT85.00 Includescomputerselectedspringsforsnowplowapplicationandrear auxiliary springs.NOTE:Restrictions apply;see Supplemental Reference orBodyBuildersLayoutBookfordetails.91T TowCommand System OPT355.00 (52B)TowCommandIntegratedTrailerBrakeController:Deletestrailer brake wiring kit included with standard Trailer Tow Package.Works withelectricbrakesonly.;(540)Trailer Tow Mirrors w/Manual Glass:Manualtelescoping.17F XL Decor Group OPT175.00 ChromeFrontBumper;ChromeRearStepBumper;DualBeamJewelEffect Headlamps;Bright Chrome Hub Covers &Center Ornaments;UnderhoodEngineCompartmentLight41H Engine Block Heater (LPO)OPT35.00 InteriorColorsFor:Primaryw/XL(Reg/Super) CE Medium Flint OPTN/C PrimaryColorsFor:Primaryw/XL(Reg/Super)Z1 Oxford White Clearcoat OPTN/C Prices and content availability as shown.are subject to change and should be treated as estimates only.Actual base vehicle,package and option pricing may vary from this estimate because of special local pricing,availability or pricing adjustments not reflected in the dealer's computer system.See salesperson for the most current information Reference CT05203259 2/112006 Printed on February 06,2006 at 08:34 Price Level:650 QuotelD:Falcon Page 5 Selected Options Continued Code Vehicle Subtotal Destination Description Prepared For: Prepared By: Dealership: Mr.Greg Hoag Terry Wojtowicz Boyer Ford Trucks Class MSRP $29,605.00 $875.00 Vehicle Subtotal (including Destination)$30,480.00 Prices and content availability as shown,are subject to change and should be treated as estimates only.Actual base vehicle,package and option pricing may vary from this estimate because of special local pricing,availability or pricing adjustments not reflected in the dealer's computer system.See salesperson for the most current information. Reference CT05203259 211/2006 Printed on February 06,2006 at 08:34 Price Level:650 QuotelD:Falcon Page 6 Prepared For: Mr.Greg Hoag City of Falcon Heights 2077 W Larpenteur Ave Falcon Heights,Minnesota,55113 Phone:651-792-7618 Quotation Vehicle Snapshot Prepared By: Terry Wojtowicz Boyer Ford Trucks 2425 Broadway St NE Mpls,Minnesota,55413 Phone:612-627-5515 Toll Free:1-800-570-8453 2006 Ford F-250 4x4 SD Regular Cab 137"WB SRW XL (F21 Engine:5.4L 3-Valve SOHC EFI Triton V8 Transmission:TorqShift Elect.5-Spd Auto w/OD Rear Axle Ratio:Limited Slip w/3.73 GVWR:9,OOOIbs Description Vehicle Price (excluding option discounts) Fuel Model Year Price Increase Vehicle Subtotal Option Credits Fleet Discount &Local Govert. Other (Discount)Margin Incentives Total Other Items Net Selling Price Destination Total Quote TOTAL MSRP $29,605.00 55.00 675.00 $30,335.00 0.00 (5,600.00) (2,322.00) 0.00 (7,922.00) $22,413.00 875.00 $23,288.00 $23,288.00 Pnces and centent availability as shown,are subject to change and should be treated as estimates only.Actual base vehicle,package and option pricing may vary from this estImate because of special local pricing,availabilIty or pricing adjustments not reflected in the dealer's computer system.See salesperson for the most current Information Reference CT05203259 2/1/2006 Printed on February 06,2006 at 08:34 Price Level:650 QuotelD:Falcon Page 7 Quotation Continued Description Prepared For: Prepared By: Dealership: Mr.Greg Hoag Terry Wojtowicz Boyer Ford Trucks MSRP Customer Signature Acceptance Date Pnces and content availabihty as shown,are subject to change and should be treated as estimates only.Actual base vehicle.package and option pricing may vary from this estimate because of special local pricing,availability or pricing adjustments not reflected in the dealer's computer system.See salesperson for the most current information. Reference CT05203259 211/2006 Printed on February 06,2006 at 08:34 Price Level:650 QuotelD:Falcon Page 8 2006 Ford F-250 4x4 SO Regular Cab 137"WB SRW XL (F21) Engine:5.4L 3-Valve SOHC EFI Triton V8 Transmission:TorqShift Elect.5-Spd Auto w/OD Exterior Interior (0 P)Oxford White Clearcoat (0 I)Medium Flint ~ mmm Standard Equipment Items Featured Below are included at NO EXTRA CHARGE in the Standard Vehicle Price Shown at Right STANDARD VEHICLE PRICE Optional Equipment $25,480.00 •Triton 5.4L V-8 SOHC w/SMPI 300hp •6 speed w/OD •4-wheel ABS •LT245175SR17.0E BSW AS tires •Firm suspension •AM/FM stereo •Variable intermittent wipers •Dual airbags w/passenger cancel •Tachometer •Reclining front bench seats Order Code 600A Engine:5.4L 3-Valve SOHC EFI Triton V8 Transmission:TorqShift Elect.5-Spd Auto w/OD Limited Slip w/3.73 Axle Ratio GVWR:9,000 Ibs Tires:LT245175Rx17E BSW AlT B.F. Goodrich (5) Wheels:17"Argent Painted Steel (5) HD Cloth Full Bench Seat w/Reciine 137"Wheelbase Molded Black Cab Steps Roof Clearance Lights 12.5K Built Ford Tough Trailer Hitch Receiver Trailer Tow Mirrors w/Manual Glass TowCommand Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Manual Air Conditioning Radio:ETR AM/FM Stereo wlDigital Clock Snow Plow Package TowCommand System XL Decor Group Engine Block Heater (LPO) Interior:Medium Flint Primary:Oxford White Clearcoat N/C INC $1,490.00 $300.00 INC $125.00 INC $160.00 STD $320.00 $55.00 $175.00 INC INC $850.00 INC $85.00 $355.00 $175.00 $35.00 N/C N/C CITY MPG N/A Q HIGHWAY MPG N/A Accessories and Incentives SUBTOTAL Destination TOTAL $0.00 $29,605.00 $875.00 $30,480.00 POLICY G1 3/8/06 ITEM: Resolution supporting the constitutional amendment for motor vehicle sales tax dedication to transportation SUBMITTED BY: Heather Worthington, City Administrator EXPLANATION: Summary: In the upcoming fall elections, voters will be asked to approve a constitutional amendment to dedicate all existing Motor Vehicle Sales Tax (MVST) to transportation purposes. Currently, about 54% of the MVST is used for transportation projects. During the 2005 Legislative Session, the amendment was approved for the ballot in 2006. If approved, it would call for the funds to be phased in over five years beginning in 2007. When completed in 2011, the transfer would provide more than $300 million per year for transportation. There would be no increase in the existing 6.5% tax collected on the sales of all new and used motor vehicles. The Legislature, during the late 1980s, dedicated MVST revenue to highways and transit, intending that the money supplement other transportation funding. However, this dedication was periodically changed or suspended due to shortages in the general fund. It was abolished entirely beginning in Fiscal Year 1992. From then until 2001, all MVST revenue was deposited into the general fund and used for non transportation-related purposes. The current distribution of MVST revenues is: • General fund – 46.25 percent. • Highway user tax distribution fund – 30 percent. • County state-aid highways - .65 percent. • Municipal state-aid highways - .17 percent. • Metropolitan transit – 21.5 percent. • Greater Minnesota transit – 1.43 percent. Of the 54 percent that is dedicated to transportation, about 55 percent goes to highways and 45 percent to transit. The proposed amendment to the Minnesota Constitution will be on the ballot in the November 2006 election and will ask voters: "Shall the Minnesota Constitution be amended to dedicate revenue from a tax on the sale of new and used motor vehicles over a five-year period, so that after June 30, 2011, all of the revenue is dedicated at least 40 percent for public transit assistance and not more than 60 percent for highway purposes?” The state holds a higher threshold for amending the Constitution. Passage requires a “yes” vote by a majority of everyone who goes to the polls, even if individuals skip the specific ballot question. In other words, a “non” vote is counted as a “no” vote. Since a portion of voters usually leave constitutional ballot questions blank, it is estimated that passage will require a “yes” vote of approximately 65 percent of those individuals who do mark the question. The Association of Metropolitan Municipalities is asking cities in the Metro Area to consider passing a resolution of support for the MVST Amendment. Their hope is to utilize our support to prevent the legislature from amending the wording of the amendment, as well as demonstrating city support for the amendment. Staff has participated in policy discussions through the League of Minnesota Cities, and AMM, and recommends adoption of this resolution. ATTACHMENTS: • Resolution 06-07 ACTION REQUESTED: • Discussion • Motion to approve Resolution 06-07 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS RESOLUTION 06-07 MARCH 8, 2006 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT FOR MOTOR VEHICLE SALES TAX DEDICATION TO TRANSPORTATION WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights is the official governing body of the City of Falcon Heights; and WHEREAS, Minnesota’s transportation infrastructure forms the backbone of the State’s economy and has a direct impact on future economic development; and WHEREAS, funding for highway and transit systems in Minnesota has remained stagnant and is failing to keep pace with its growing population and growing demands; and WHEREAS, local governments throughout the State struggle to maintain local transportation systems while the State’s gas tax has not been increased since 1988 and transit budgets have been cut in recent years; and WHEREAS, the Minnesota Legislature has repeatedly turned to revenue from the motor vehicle sales tax, which has been viewed as user fee revenue, in order to fund highway and transit systems including the current dedication of 54% of motor vehicle sales tax for transportation purposes; and WHEREAS, the Legislature passed a proposed constitutional amendment during the 2005 Legislative Session that would appear on the November 7, 2006 ballot asking voters if the remaining 46% of motor vehicle sales tax revenue currently used for other purposes should be used for highways and transit systems; and WHEREAS, passage of this amendment would mean an increase in more stable revenue for highway and transit systems throughout the State and would raise approximately $300 million per year once the transfer of revenue is fully phased in by 2011. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Falcon Heights strongly supports passage of the proposed amendment to the Minnesota Constitution dedicating all of the motor vehicle sales tax revenue to transportation with at least 40% of the revenue for public transit assistance and not more then 60% of the revenue for highway purposes. Passed and adopted this 8th day of March, 2006. Moved by: Approved: __________________________ Susan L. Gehrz, Mayor GEHRZ March 8, 2006 KUETTEL _____ In Favor HARRIS Attested: ___________________________ LINDSTROM _____ Against Heather M. Worthington TALBOT City Administrator March 8, 2006 POLICY G2 3/8/06 ITEM: Drive-through Moratorium Study and Process SUBMITTED BY: Heather Worthington, City Administrator Deb Jones, Zoning and Planning Coordinator EXPLANATION: Summary: At your regular February 8th Council meeting, you passed a moratorium on permitting drive-through uses in all B-zoning areas. I have attached a map showing all of the areas affected by this moratorium. Staff has been working on developing a process by which to study this matter, and involve property owners (residents and businesses) in this process, while also observing a reasonable time limit to these proceedings. Study Purpose: 1. To clarify the City’s interest in addressing the development impacts of sites with drive- through facilities. 2. To establish standards and criteria for the design of sites with drive-through facilities, integrating operational elements, site design, building design, with a focus on assisting this issue in making a positive contribution to the surrounding context and pedestrian streetscape. Analysis of Issues: 1. Traffic (access, egress and pedestrian safety) 2. Quality of Life Issues (noise, compatibility with residential uses, glare from car lights, litter) 3. Lot Coverage and Drainage 4. Survey of requirements/regulations in other cities Meeting Scope: Meeting 1: Discussion of issues, concerns, and observations. Formulation of needed data collection. Meeting 2: Discussion of data collected, formulation of policy recommendations. This meeting may include requests for further or additional data collection. Meeting 3: Development of policy recommendations for City Council. Meeting Composition: Staff recommends that any and all residents, property owners and business owners in effected areas be allowed to participate in any or all three meetings. A core group of participants will most likely develop out of the first meeting; however, restricting the group in any way will likely have the affect of creating discontent with the policy recommendations and outcomes. Study Scope: “B” Zoning in the City is restricted primarily to collector and arterial streets. The attached map shows all of the B-zoned properties in the city. Because most of our B-zoned properties are located on our major roadways (Snelling and Larpenteur Avenues), this creates unique challenges in access to these sites due to high traffic counts. The study scope should take into account these varied B-zoned properties, and their potential future redevelopment. Property owners of these sites should be invited to participate in this community process to investigate and make recommendations about the city’s land use controls in these areas. Finally, the Planning Commission should be involved in these meetings so that they can utilize the group’s perspective and recommendations during their Comprehensive Plan Process, which will commence in mid-2006. Schedule: With other meeting schedules for our commissions and council falling primarily on Mondays and Wednesdays, we are recommending that these meetings be held on either Tuesday or Thursday evenings, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The draft schedule is as follows: Meeting 1: April 13th Meeting 2: May 11th Meeting 3: June 8th City Council: July 12th (staff recommendation based on results of community meetings and feedback from residents’ working group) Outstanding Issues: • Meeting facilitation: Staff recommends hiring a professional third-party neutral facilitator. • Budget? This is not a line item for 2006. Staff estimates that between engineering and planning consultant time, this will end up costing around $10,000 for a thorough analysis of these uses and their impact. This includes traffic studies, data collection on other city’s land use controls on drive-throughs, and noise studies. We will be contracting with Dan Cornejo for planning assistance, and engineering services will be provided under our contract with Roseville. ACTION REQUESTED: • Approval of moratorium process as outlined above. POLICY H3 3/08/06 ADDENDUM ITEM: Hoyt/Snelling Feasibility Report SUBMITTED BY: Heather Worthington, City Administrator REVIEWED BY: Greg Hoag, Parks and Public Works Director and Deb Bloom, City Engineer EXPLANATION: Summary: The cities of Falcon Heights and St. Paul are proposing to jointly reconstruct the section of Hoyt between Snelling and Hamline Aveneus, and the southerly terminus of the Snelling Avenue Service Drive where it meets Hoyt Avenue. We are following the State Statute 429 process for the project, outlined below: Pre-Construction: • Resolution ordering preparation of feasibility report (non-resident initiated projects) • Receive feasibility report and order hearing • Publish Public Hearing Notice and mail to residents • Hold Public hearing and order preparation of plans and specifications (Resolution needed) • Approve plans and specifications and order advertisement for bids (Resolution needed) • Award Contract (Resolution needed) • Build Project Post Construction: • Council approves resolution declaring cost to be assessed and orders the preparation of an assessment roll • Resolution receiving proposed assessment roll and setting hearing date • Publish public hearing notice and mail notice to residents • Affidavit of mailing assessment hearing notice to the US Post Office • Assessment hearing before City Council • Resolution adopting assessment roll At the January 25 meeting the Falcon Heights City Council ordered the feasibility report. Tonight staff is requesting that the Council accept the feasibility report and order a public hearing for April 26, 2006 at or about 7:00 p.m. ATTACHMENTS: • Resolution 06-07 • Feasibility Report is bound separately and included in the packet. ACTION REQUESTED: • Discussion & Questions • Approval of resolution 05-24 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS RESOLUTION NO. 06-07 March 8, 2006 RESOLUTION RECEIVING FEASIBILITY REPORT ON SNELLING/HOYT RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT AND ORDERING PUBLIC HEARINGS BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Falcon Heights as follows: 1. By resolution adopted January 25, 2006, the Council directed the City Engineer to prepare preliminary reports as to the feasibility of the proposed improvements: Hoyt Avenue and Snelling Drive (between Snelling and Hamline Avenues) 2. The City Engineer was also directed to include in the report the estimated cost of the proposed improvements. The preliminary report and cost estimates have been submitted and considered by the Council and are hereby approved and directed to be placed on file in the office of the City Administrator. The improvements proposed to be made in the general manner set forth in the report are designated as Hoyt Avenue and Snelling Drive Reconstruction. 3. The Council shall meet at the City Hall, 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue, in said City, on April 26, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of holding a public hearing on the proposed improvements under and pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and the Administrator is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of the time, place, and purpose of that meeting to be published twice in the official newspaper, Roseville Review, which publications shall be a week apart, and the second publication shall be not less than three days before the date of the hearing. 4. The general nature, estimated cost and area proposed to be assessed for Hoyt Avenue and Snelling Drive Reconstruction are determined to be as stated in the foregoing notice, as fully as though the same were separately set forth and resolved herein. Moved by: _______________ Approved: ________________________ Susan L. Gehrz, Mayor March 8, 2006 GEHRZ ____ In Favor Attested: _________________________ KUETTEL Heather M. Worthington H A R R I S C i t y A d m i n i s t r a t o r LINDSTROM March 8, 2006 TALBOT ____ Against