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AGENDA
Regular Meeting of the City Council
September 28, 1994
I. CALL TO ORDER: 7 p.m.
II. BALDWIN GEHRZ GIBSON TALBOT HUSTAD
JACOBS HOYT ASLESON
ATTORNEY ENGINEER
III. COMMUNITY FORUM
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 14, 1994
V. PUBLIC HEARING: None
VI. CONSENT AGENDA:
C -1. Disbursements $45,438.38
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b. Payroll, d9 /1/94etoy9/15/94,1g$11,975.22
C -2. Licenses
C -3. Resolution closing account #302, the 1984 tax
increment debt service account and transferring
funds to #412 the TIF #1 construction fund
C -4. Annual salary adjustment for the city administrator
C -5. Resolution reapportioning the assessments from two
"old" parcels to "new" parcels
C -6. Request for a variance in Section 9 -4.01, Subd. 4(c)
of the zoning code for 1437 W. California Ave.
VII. POLICY AGENDA:
P -1. A request for a conditional use permit for the
operation of a secondhand clothing store at 1583
North Hamline Avenue in a shopping center building
ACTION:
P -2. Community Park tennis court availability
ACTION:
P -3. Community Park pathway and vita course (exercise
stations) improvements
ACTION:
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VIII. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
IX. ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 14, 1994
Mayor Baldwin convened the meeting at 7:07 p.m.
PRESENT
Baldwin, Gehrz, Gibson Talbot, Hustad, and Jacobs. Also present
were Hoyt, Asleson, and Maurer.
COMMUNITY FORUM
There were no comments from the floor.
MINUTES OF AUGUST 24, 1994
Minutes were approved as presented.
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED
At the request of Mayor Baldwin, Item C -2 was removed from the
Consent Agenda and changed to a policy item. The remaining items,
disbursements ($113,481.77) and payroll ($10,290.45), was approved
by the Council by unanimous consent.
POLICY AGENDA
DISCUSSION REGARDING A WAGE INCREASE FOR ELECTION JUDGES
Councilmember Hustad inquired as to why this increase was being
requested. He commented that it was a small amount and asked if
the raise was intended to compensate the judges for a particular
raise in expenses. Administrative Assistant Asleson answered that
the proposed increase is intended to bring the judges' pay in line
with those in other communities. They have been paid at minimum
wage for a number of years. She further explained that while most
of the judges do not serve the city solely for the paycheck they
receive, it seems fair to pay them the "going rate" among cities.
Councilmember Hustad commented that he felt that election judging
was a community- service type of position and that a seventy -five
cent per hour raise seemed to be a token amount.
Councilmember Gehrz spoke in favor of the raises, as she felt that
by paying the judges minimum wage, the city was implying that they
are of minimum importance. She also commented that election judges
may incur day care expenses while serving and that this small raise
might help with that expense. Councilmember Gibson Talbot also
spoke in favor of the raise, explaining that she does not want
people to feel excluded from the election process.
Mayor Baldwin explained that he would abstain from voting because
his wife may be an election judge in November and he didn't feel it
would be appropriate to vote on her wage increase.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Gehrz to approve retroactively a
wage increase for the city's election judges, from $4.25 per hour
to $5.00 per hour. Motion passed with 3 ayes, 1 nay (Hustad) and
1 abstention (Baldwin).
REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE RIDE ALONG PROGRAM
The proposed fire department Ride Along program had earlier been
given tentative approval for fire calls. At that time, the
Councilmembers asked staff to address their concerns regarding the
protection of confidentiality. The fire department's revisions to
the policy include a confidentiality statement that all ride along
participants would have to sign. It also includes a requirement
that all rescue ride along participants first complete a 40 hour
First Responder course.
Greg Fuller of the Falcon Heights fire department was available to
answer questions. Councilmember Gehrz asked how much the
fire /rescue personnel knew about calls before they responded; for
example, are they aware of a hazardous materials situation before
arriving on the scene? Mr. Fuller responded that dispatch has been
getting more specific. In the case of a hazardous materials
situation, they probably would be aware of this before responding,
and would have the option of leaving a ride along participant at
the station rather than exposing him to the scene.
Motion was made by Councilmember Hustad to approve the ride along
program as presented. Motion was approved unanimously.
AUTHORIZATION TO REQUEST A DONATION FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FALL
OPEN HOUSE
Administrator Hoyt explained that the fire department is in the
process of planning for its Fall Open House. Due to an increase in
expenditures, the firefighters are requesting that the city either
contribute an additional amount over the budgeted amount or allow
them to approach the Lions Club for a contribution, specifically
for T- shirts. Motion was made by Councilmember Jacobs to authorize
the fire department to submit a funding request to the Falcon
Heights /Lauderdale Lions Club. Motion passed unanimously.
RECOMMENDATIONS ON FALCON HEIGHTS' APPROACH TO THE FUNCTIONAL
CONSOLIDATION OF RAMSEY COUNTY ROADWAYS
City Engineer Maurer reported that Ramsey County officials and
representatives from the county's cities have been discussing the
possibility of the County turning some of their roads over to the
City. The roads in question include Fulham Street, Hamline Avenue,
Hoyt Avenue east of Snelling, and Roselawn Avenue. Engineer Maurer
noted that all of these roads are shared with the neighboring
cities of Lauderdale, St. Paul, or Roseville. Therefore, if the
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roads are turned back to the cities, it would require joint
cooperation for maintenance and reconstruction. In addition,
Maurer noted that the increased Minnesota State Aid (MSA) funds
that the city would receive if the roads were turned back would
probably not compensate the city completely for the increased costs
of maintenance. As the benefits of accepting responsibility for
these roads are minimal, the Council directed staff to move slowly
with the county's proposal to turn back roads to the city.
REQUEST FOR AUTHZATION OVEMENTS TO
N PROCEED WH FRONT OF CITY HALL EXPENDITURES FOR SITE
Administrator Hoyt requested approval to use $1,200.00 out of the
TIF capital construction fund for site improvements to the front of
city hall. This will include removal and pruning of some of the
trees and establishing a lawn in the bare areas. Motion was made
by Councilmember Gibson Talbot to approve site improvements. the tTIF
capital construction fund for city p
passed unanimously.
PROPOSED AM T CHAPTER RELATED TO
THE HEIGHT AND SETBACK OF DETACHED GARAGES
Administrator Hoyt explained that the planning commission has
reviewed the zoning code requirements pertaining to the height and
setback of detached garages and has recommended several minor
changes. All are in keeping with what has been traditionally built
in Falcon Heights and are intended to prevent excesses in height
and Hustad t o a pr approve code
the proposed amendments to the Councilmember
zoning coder
Hustad to pp
Motion passed unanimously.
PROPOSED
AN RESOLUTION
CERTIFIED LEVYCERTIFYING
THE
RAMSEY PROPOSED
COUNTYEAU FUND BUDGET
AUDITOR
Administrator Hoyt explained that Ramsey County needs a Council
resolution certifying the general fund budget and levy. General
fund expenditures are proposed to increase by 3.1% and the amount
of taxes levied by the city is proposed to decrease by 1.3
Mayor Baldwin cautioned the viewing audience that although the
city will be levying fewer tax dollars, their tax bill will still
go up due to increased home valuations.
Councilmember Hustad noted that increased 1995 policing costs
represents a large portion of the proposed 3.1% increase in city
spending. Mayor Baldwin concurred, noting that he's heard
support for raising taxes to increase police presence in the
city. Despite a substantial rise in 1995 policing costs, the
proposed spending increases overall have been held to the cost of
inflation.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Gehrz to adopt the proposed
resolution certifying the proposed general fund budget and
certified levy to the Ramsey County auditor. Motion passed
unanimously.
ESTABLISHMENT OF PUBLIC
CALLED TRUTH-IN-TAXATION) ATION HEARING
By unanimous consent, the council established the 1994 budget
hearing for December 7, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. If necessary, a
continuation of the hearing will be held on December 15, 1994 at
7:00 p.m.
AUTHORIZATION OF CITIES WEEK EVENTS
"Cities Week an event promoted by the League of Minnesota
Cities, has been scheduled for the week of September 26. The
council authorized three neighborhood events on September 26,
September 29, and October 1 in which the fire and police
departments would be parked in the neighborhoods and refreshments
served. Motion was made by Councilmember Gibson Talbot to
authorize "Cities Week" neighborhood events. Motion passed
unanimously.
CITY INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Gehrz announced that Dr. Peter Benson would be
annnouounce at ced that sTedlJohnson School chair of
ann
the human rights commission.
Councilmember Gibson Talbot announced that the parks and
recreation commission had changed their meeting date to the third
Wednesday of the month. She also noted that the Commission's new
chair is Nancy Wickhem.
Administrator Hoyt reported good voter turnout at the state
primary election the previous evening (42% precinct one and 51%
precinct two). She also noted that city consultants had begun
preliminary planning work on the Larpenteur Avenue project.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
Tom Baldwin, Mayor
Carla Asieson
Recording Secretary
Meeting Date: 9/28/94
Agenda Item: C 1
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Disbursements
SUBMITTED BY: Roland Olsen, Accountant
REVIEWED BY:
EXPLANATION /SUMMARY:
a. General disbursements through 9/22/94, $45,438.38
b. Payroll, 9/1/94 to 9/15/94, $11,975.22
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval
CONSENTIMMONSENTEMONSENMEMONSENTIBINNAPPIEBANSENE
Attachment A
D=TE �/22/c54 TIME 1E:07 CITY OF FA -COI HEIEr' COUNCIL REPORT PAGE 1
APPROVAL OF BILLS
PERIOD ENDING: 09-22-94
I CHECK% VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION DEPT. AMOUNT
-1_ BLI AMERI -STAR LIGHTING PARK LIGHTS-COMMUNITY PK 164.17
BRIGHTON EXCAVATING FILL FOR 1583 NORTHRUP 37.28
-DANKO-EMERGENCY- EQUIPMENT TOOLS- 67.80
I- DANKO EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT AIR CYLINDER HRDO TEST 48.00
MAIER STEWART ASSOC. AUG ENGINEERING 187.43
MH1EH STEWART-&-ASSCC% PUG ENGINEERING 156
1 MAIER STEWART ASSOC. STREET EASEMENT RECORDGS 2,064.66
...7. MN CONWAY FIRE SAFETY FIRE EXTINGHR RECHARGE 63.20
r, --TULL-COMPANY- ---COMPRESSEQ-AIR 90;83
-i-,4 ZACK'S INC LINENS 37.80
TOTAL FUR DEPT 00 2,907.53
FOCUS NEWSPAPERS COND USE LEGAL NOTICE LEGISLAT 18.48
TOTAL FOR DEPT 11 18.48
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1.2ol CARLA ASLESON MILEAGE ADMINIST 6.72
1-1 FINANCIAL PRODUCTS CORP. FINANCE COMPUTER REPAIR ADMINIST 705.00
■4:
i ur4A-RETTREMENTTRUST- 4n ICDTPF-9=-1-5-FTIYRULL ADM IN Isr da.
'22
./231 MIDWEST BUSINESS PRODUCTS MSC OFFICE SUPPLIES ADMINIST 275.79.
I24 OFFICE MAX, INC. OFFICE SUPPLIES ADMINIST 56.91
:25 PERH
'ERR9T5 PYRD TDT4iNi h1 1
RAMSEY COUNTY OCTO INS PREMIUMS ADMINIST 2,847.03
,I TAFF, SUSAN HOYT REFRESHMENTS ADMINIST 18.82
2
r TAFF, SUSAN-ROYT BUDGET -SUPPLTES7PHOTUs ADMINTST-----2097'02---
y2g TAFF, SUSAN HOYT BUDGET SUPPLIES/PHOTO ADMINIST 209.02
TAFF, SUSAN HOYT REFRESHMENTS ADMINIST 18.82-
,33
1511 1AFFT HUYI REFRESHMENTS ADMINISi 113.13
1
32 TAFF, SUSAN HOYT BUDGET SUPPLIES/PHOT ADMINIST 209.02
33 TARGET FILM DEVELOPING ADMINIST 8.63
1
134 tuTHL TOR 1E ---5-,-247:57--------
1
-1 ACCOUNTEMPS ACCT SVC FINANCE 41.40
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CAnLm ASLESON REFRESHMENTS ELECTION 8.76
140, UHRLH HSLESUN MILtAGE ELECTrON
J41 ROSEVILLE REAL BAKERY JUDGES. TREATS ELECTION 14.92
1,42 TOTAL FOR DEPT 15
4E.50
4 TOV FULFILLMENT CENTER TURN OFF VIOLENCE CAPS COMMUNIC 999.26
TOTAL FOR DEPT 16 999 06
;46
CARL SLESON MILEAGE AND PARKING PLANNING 15.90
t48 DAVID W. KRIESEL, INC. 3RD QTR PLUMBING PLANNING 74.25
1 --in:Antra; KRIEsEt, INC: FLUMBING-PERMTTS--- PLANNTNO------24:00
jr PAKOY, GENE 3RD QTR MECH PERMITS PLANNING 747.00
ToTAL FOR DEPT 17 861-15
15'2 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA HUMAN CONF -JOHN TREADWELL HUMAN RI 40.00
jEt2
I LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA HUMAN CONF -JOHN TREADWELL HUMAN RI 40.00
2S680 LEAbUt. -0E-MrNNEbuTi1-1-111MAII-OONF'--JOHN-TREADWELL-------HUMAN--RI 4-0.0er-
j::1 TOTAL FOR DEPT 18 40.00
UlIY Ufr HUbEVILLL OCTUBEH PULI POUILE 20, it:517.541---
DATE 09/2E/94 TIME 1'E:07 CITY OF FA-CuN HEIGH COUNCIL REPCRT PAGE
APPROVAL OF PILLS
r
PERIOD ENDING: 09 -22 -94
1 CHECK# VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION DEPT. AMOUNT
TOTAL FOR DEPT 22 20, 161.50
PETERSON, FRAM, 1 BERGMAN JULY PROSECUTIONS PROSECUT x,358.80
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TOTAL FOR DEPT 23 1,358.80
o: AT F i RE -CHRGS FIRE F1li ST
AMERICAN LINEN SUPPLY CO. CLEANING OF LINEN FIRE FIG 76.06
BLOMBERG PHARMACY FILM DEVELOPING FIRE FIG 22.46
CY' S IJNIFDRMS 6 UNIFORMS FIRE FIG crime 97
CY'S UNIFORMS 6 UNIFORMS FIRE FIG 242.97-
1 CY'S UNIFORMS 6 UNIFORMS FIRE FIG 242.97
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EMERGENCY APPARATUS MAINT W -4 REPAIRS FIRE 7RK FIRE F1G 263.93
;7, EMERGENCY APPARATUS MAINT #752 REPAIRS FIRE FIG 555.10
JIM FULLER RADIO REPAIR FIRE FIG. X8.31
9j 4 TOTAL FOR- DEPT 24. 1, b
224
12% AMERICAN IRRIGATION SPRINKLER PARTS BUILDING 32.46
122 AMERICAN LINEN SUPPLY CO. LINEN PURCHASES BUILDING u9.40-
)23 MCI TELECOMMUNICATIONS AUG LONG DISTANCE BUILDING 6.63
za NSP AUG ELECT BUILDING 838.72
20 N`,.r•'P AUG-GAS- BUILDINGS` 40=8B--
T.R.F. SUPPLY SCRUBS BUILDING 16.63
z7 ZACK'S INC LINENS .BUILDING 37.80
Airsignal Inc PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING 13.21
#29 TOTAL FOR DEPT 31 1,015.76
40
HARVEST i 'S t RTES COOP: FUEL Si BEETS �r 012r
)7,2 TOTAL FUR DEPT 32 56.00
MATER STEWART ABSEIL. aUG ENGINE= RING ENGINEER 1.s. 44
ls TOTAL FOR DEPT 33 13.44
USWESTCOMMUNTLH LIONS SEP' PHONE PARR R 11. 11
TOTAL FUR DEPT 41 112.71
7, o' CULL I NS ELECTRTL: I ENN1 S CRTS L I UHTS PARK MH 1 1d4.1[10
J4. NSP PARKS ELECT PARK MAI 48.66
4_ ON SITE SANITATION, INC AUG PORTAPOTTY PARK MAI 60.65.
a_ _7: F: SUPPLY TRASH ISINFECTiaNT7BEE PARK I I00::1
1 TOTAL FOR DEPT 42 338.45
46 TNSTY=PRINTS_ PLUS FLYER PUBLISHING PARR 4E.4
TOTAL FOR DEPT 50 42.49
L2
AMERICAN NATTON L BANR FOND -FEES 1 4
_TO 8/2399$ HAMLi 18.5.50
4:
TOTAL FOR DEPT 62 183.50
sz IDWEST BUSINESS PRODUCTS PAPER SHREDDER G ENERAL 707: T6
M"
Best Buy Inc. DESK JET PRINTERS GENERAL 318.32
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s< TOTAL FOR DEPT 63 1,025.48
5e CONTACT MOBILE COMMUN. KENWOOD VHF RADIO PUBLIC W 996.61
t TOTAL FOR DEPT 65 996.61
SHAW LUMBER COMPANY VITA COURSE IMPROVMTS PARKS CI 304.40
DATE 89/22.94 TIME iE:07 CITY OF FALCON HEIGH COUNCIL REPORT PAGE C
APPROVAL OF BILLS
PERIOD ENDING: 09 -22 -94
CHECK# VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION DEPT. AMOUNT
5 PRAIRIE RESTORATIONS PRAIRIE RESTOR COMM PK PARKS CI 4,690.50
PRAIRIE RESTORATIONS PRAIRIE REST COMM PARK PARKS CI 4,690.50
PRAIRIE RESTORATIONS PRAIRIE COMM PARK PARKS CI" 4,690.50
TOTAL FOR :DEPT 66 4,994.90
.0' MAIER- STEWART- ASSOC.- -AUG- ENGINEERING INFRASTR 11-2.46 'Y;, TOTAL FOR DEPT 71 112.46
STEWART ASSOC: AUG ENGINEERING CLEVELAN 74.
i TOTAL FOR DEPT 72 74.97
1
NS}' AUG- ELECT_ SANITARY_ 138.32
y ACCOUNTEMPS ACCT SVCS WY. END 8 -19 SANITARY 403.20
TOTAL FUR DEPT 75 541.52
1i9
)t EMERGENCY APPARATUS MAINT AMBULANCE REPAIR RESCUE S 407.03
I.: USWEST CELLULAR AUG CELLULR PHONE RESCUE S 22.47
ACCOUNTEMPS ACCT ENDING 8 -T9 RESCUE 50:40
�23 LEONARD UNGER
REFUND AMBULANCE SVC RESCUE S 357.50
124; LEONARD UNGER AMBULANCE REFUND RESCUE S 357.50-
1 -rt LEONARD- UNGER REFUND AMBULANCE 'PYMT RESCUE S 357
26. TOTAL FOR DEPT 76 837.40
H0ISINGTON _KOEGLER GROUP JULYiftG CONSULT FEES LARF'ENTE 944. 58
2' TOTAL FOR DEPT 82 944.58
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Lil sT: PAUL PIONEER PRESS ACCT ADS 127 CONTtNGE 448:90
S TAR TRIBUNE ACCT AD 2 WKS CONTINGE 784.50
1 3z TOTAL FOR DEPT 92 1,233.40
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TOTAL FOR BANK 01 45, 438.38
13(/ ...).38 GRAND TOTAL 45, 438.38
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Meeting Date: 9/28/94
Agenda Item: C -2
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Licenses
SUBMITTED BY: Dee Swenson
CORPORATE
*Midwest Youth Dance Theatre /dba /Midwest Youth Dance School #3089
1535 W. Larpenteur
GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Graphic House, Inc. #3090
Denotes new business
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of licenses
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Meeting Date: 9/28/94
Agenda Item: C- 3
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Resolution closing account 302 the 1984 tax increment
debt service account and transferring funds to 412 the
TIF #1 construction fund
SUBMITTED BY: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator
EXPLANATION /SUMMARY:
The final debt service payment was made for the TIF bonds for the 1984 tax
increment district (Hewlett Packard) so it is time to close the debt service account and
transfer any remaining funds in the account to the TIF 1 construction fund.
ATTACHMENT:
A Resolution closing account and transferring funds
ACTION REQUESTED:
Adopt the resolution closing account 305 the 1984 TIF debt service fund and
transferring funds to 412 the TIF 1 construction fund.
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No.
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
COUNCIL RESOLUTION
Date: Sept. 28, 1994
RESOLUTION CLOSING FUNDS TO THE TIFCONSTRUCTION
ACCOUNT AND TRANSFERRING FUND
WHEREAS, the final debt service payment was made for the TIF bonds
for the 1984 tax increment district; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to close and transfer any remaining funds in
the account to the TIF #1 construction fund;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the city council of the City of
Falcon Heights that the 1984 tax increment debt service account #302
be closed and remaining funds be transferred to the TIF #1 construction
fund account #412.
Moved by: Approved by:
Mayor
BALDWIN Sept. 28, 1994
GEHRZ In Favor Date
GIBSON TALBOT
HUSTAD Against Attested by:
JACOBS City Administrator
Sept. 24, 1994
D ate
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Mayor Baldwin will submit a figure here to include with the agenda for Wednesday
night.
Meeting Date: 9/28/94
Agenda Item: C 4
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Annual salary adjustment for the city administrator
SUBMITTED BY: Mayor Baldwin
REVIEWED BY: City Councilmembers
EXPLANATION /SUMMARY:
August 15, 1994 is the anniversary date for the city administrator's employment with
the city. A salary adjustment is made each year.
The city administrator is also eligible for 15 days vacation a year since she has been
employed for five years with the City of Falcon Heights. She began as the city
planner on July 1, 1989.
ATTACHMENTS:
A Resume of the city administrator, Susan Hoyt
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve a salary increase for the city administrator retroactive to August 15, 1994.
Susan Louise Hoyt
2217 Folwell Avenue
Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55108
(612) 645 3849
EDUCATION:
1981
1985: Ph.D. Program in Urban and Historical Geography,
Department of Geography, University of Wisconsin
Madison. Course work in demographic analysis,
computer cartography, urban history, regional
development, statistics and applied regression.
Completed preliminary examinations in urban
geography and historical geography in 1984.
Dissertation is not completed.
1975: M.S., Urban and Regional Planning, University of
Wisconsin Madison. Course work in land economics,
public finance, housing, community development and
economic development.
1971: B.A., Art History, Carleton College, Northfield,
Minnesota
WORK EXPERIENCE:
August, 1991 to present: City Administrator, City of Falcon
Heights, Minnesota. Responsible for administering city
services and projects, supervising an eight person staff,
building officials, forester and fire department, reporting
to the Mayor and Council, and staffing the city council.
Coordinating police, city attorney, engineering and planning
services by contract.
March, 1991 August, 1991: Interim City Administrator,
City of Falcon Heights, Falcon Heights, Minnesota. Same
responsibilities as above.
July, 1989 March, 1991: City Planner, City of Falcon
Heights, Falcon Heights, Minnesota. Reviewed development
plans, site plans, variances, conditional use permits and
other planning related requests. Prepared and analyzed
proposed zoning code amendments. Collected data,
facilitated community participation and supervised the
preparation of the city's comprehensive land use plan.
Staffed the planning commission.
1981 -1983: Teaching Assistant, Department of Geography,
University of Wisconsin- Madison. Prepared and presented
course materials on recent issues in environmental
conservation for 120 students in six discussion sections
each semester. Responsible for selecting issues for
discussion, preparing syllabi, lecturing, facilitating
discussion and grading.
Resume
Susan Hoyt
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1978 1981: Assistant City Planner, City of La Crosse,
Wisconsin. Reviewed and reported on a variety of local
planning and development issues to the planning commission,
community development committee and city council. Prepared
and coordinated the city's Community Development Block Grant
and Urban Development Action Grant programs, which included
housing rehabilitation, sewer expansion, park development
and a hotel, office building and convention center complex.
Developed and administered the housing rehabilitation
program. Responsible for: directing the community
development citizen participation process; advising the
planning commission, community development committee and
elected officials on community development program
requirements and plans; preparing grant applications and
environmental assessments; reviewing projects; and reporting
to state and federal agencies. Also staffed the regional
transportation committee and spoke to civic groups about
areawide development issues. Taught an adult education
class on local development.
1975 1978: Community Development Planner, City of Winona,
Minnesota. Prepared and coordinated the city's Community
Development Block Grant Program. Developed the Downtown
Historic Rehabilitation Grant Program for economic
development. Responsible for: directing the community
development citizen participation process; advising the
community development committee, the city council and the
public on community development grant requirements and
projects; preparing grant applications and environmental
assessments; and reporting to state and federal agencies.
Administered the city's housing rehabilitation program and
dilapidated housing acquisition /relocation project. Staffed
the Board of Adjustment, the task force on site selection
for a senior community center and the Downtown Historic
Rehabilitation Grant Review Board. Spoke to civic groups on
historic and current development trends, prepared a walking
tour of historic downtown Winona and taught an adult
education class on local development.
1974 1975: Planning Intern, State Planning Agency, State
of Wisconsin.
1972 1973: Community Development Assistant, Housing and
Redevelopment Authority, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Resume
Susan Hoyt
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
On the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities (AMM)
Board of Directors 1993 to present, Chair of the Revenue
Committee, 1994
Member of the League of Minnesota Cities Fiscal Futures
Committee, 1994
Co -chair of the League of Minnesota Cities LegiSlative
Advisory Committee, 1994 1995
Member of the International City and County Managers
Association (ICMA)
Member of the Minnesota City and County Managers Association
REFERENCES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST
September, 1994
CONSENT CONSENT CONSENT CONSENT CONSENT CONSENT
Meeting Date: 9/28/94
Agenda Item: C 5
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Resolution reapportioning the assessments from two "old"
parcels to "new" parcels
SUBMITTED BY: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator
REVIEWED BY: Frank Kriz, Maier Stewart Engineering
EXPLANATION /SUMMARY:
The University Grove Subdivision was replatted about two years ago. Four of the
parcels involved in the replatting have new pin numbers. These parcels were
assessed for the 1993 street project under the old pin number. In order to re- assign
the assessment to the new pin number, the city must pass and certify a resolution to
the county
The parcels include:
Old Pin New Pin
20- 29- 23 -11- 0248 -4 20-29-23-11-0260-4
20- 29- 23 -11- 0247 -1 20- 29- 23 -11- 0261 -7
20- 29- 23 -11- 0243 -9 20- 29- 23 -11- 0256 -5
20- 29- 23 -11- 0242 -6 20- 29- 23 -11- 0257 -8
ATTACHMENT:
A Resolution re- assigning the assessments
B map of four Tots that were re- numbered and need re- assessment
ACTION REQUESTED:
Adopt resolution certifying the re- assignment of the street assessments to the four
identified parcels in the University Grove Subdivision 2.
Attachment A
No.
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
COUNCIL RESOLUTION
Date: Sept. 28, 1994
RESOLUTION ASSIGNING NEW PIN NUMBERS TO CERTAIN PARCELS IN
THE UNIVERSITY GROVE SUBDIVISION
WHEREAS, the University Grove subdivision was replatted; and
WHEREAS, four of the parcels involved in the replatting that have new
pin numbers were assessed for the 1993 street project under the old pin
numbers; and
WHEREAS, in order to collect the assessments the city must assign the
assessment to the new pin number;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the city council of the City of
Falcon Heights assigns the assessment to the new pin numbers for the
following parcels:
Old Pin New Pin
20- 29- 23 -11- 0248 -4 20- 29- 23 -11- 0260 -4
20- 29- 23 -11- 0247 -1 20-29-23-11-0261-7
20- 29- 23 -11- 0243 -9 20- 29- 23 -11- 0256 -5
20- 29- 23 -11- 0242 -6 20- 29- 23 -11- 0257 -8
o d b Approved by:
Mayor
BALDWIN Sept. 28, 1994
GEHRZ In Favor Date
GIBSON TALBOT
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JACOBS -CiY- Administrator
Sept. 28, 1994
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Meeting Date: 9/28/94
Agenda Item: C -6
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Request for variance in section 9 -4.01 subd.4 c of the zoning code for
1437 W. California Avenue
SUBMITTED BY: James LeJeune and Donna Tretheway, Property Owners
REVIEWED BY: Planning Commission
Carla Asleson, Administrative Assistant/Planner
Susan Hoyt, City Administrator
EXPLANATION/SUMMARY:
REQUEST
A variance of 26.2 feet from the required 30 foot rear yard setback to construct a new attached double
car garage
BACKGROUND
The applicants propose to convert the existing attached one car garage into a family room and add an
attached double car garage and a bathroom (see attachment 1). If approved, the new garage would have
the access door on the alley 3.8' from the rear property line. The applicants have pulled building
permits to begin work on the family room and bathroom portion of the remodeling. If the variance is
denied, the applicants have less desirable, alternative plans to construct a detached garage at proper
setback (see attachment 2).
The 30' setback requirement was written with the assumption that all attached garages would be accessed
off of a public street. This particular request shows a rear setback of 3.8' feet from the alley. If the
garage were detached and accessed from the alley, the minimum setback would be 5'. This particular
garage is about as narrow as a double car garage can be (20'). The 1.2' encroachment is the minimum
needed to attach the garage to the existing structure.
COMMENTS FROM NEIGHBORS
Letters were sent to the neighbors to the immediate east and west of the subject property, informing
them of the variance request. Mr. LeJeune submitted a letter, signed by both property owners,
indicating that they have no objections to the variance request (see attachment 3).
ANALYSIS
There are three hardship statements associated with this request:
Without a variance, the homeowner will have to build a detached double garage in the northeast
corner of the lot with a garage door off of the alley. This alternative plan is less desirable in that
several trees on the east side of the propel would need to be removed.
Item C -6
Request for Variance, 1437 W California Avenue, Continued
The alternative plan would also involve building the garage in the largest contiguous landscaped
area of the lot, breaking up the greenspace of the yard.
One of the applicants has a disability that requires all living space to be on one floor. This
eliminates the possibility of adding a second floor to the home and expanding the current garage.
The attached garage is needed by the applicant to avoid the risk of falling on wet or uneven
pavement on the walk from the house to the car (see applicant's statement, attachment 4).
The proposed garage's rear setback is consistent with the detached garages in the neighborhood and its
side setback is flush with the side of the existing house. There is a six foot high, board -on -board fence
between the proposed garage area and the neighbor to the west.
It is unusual for a homeowner to request an attached garage in the Northome neighborhood. Granting
this variance will not confer a special privilege to this property that is not enjoyed by similar properties
in the neighborhood. These applicants have demonstrated both personal hardship and hardship with
respect to the physical characteristics of the property that are unique to their situation.
The Planning Commission will act on the variance at its September 26, 1994 meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Proposed site plan (to be used if variance is approved)
2. Alternative site plan (to be used if variance is denied)
3. Letter signed by adjoining neighbors
4. Applicant's statement of hardship
5. Proposed Resolution
RECOMMENDATION AND ACTION REQUESTED
Staff recommends approval of the variance, as it meets the standards of a variance, specifically (b),
which states that the variance will not diminish or impair property values, and (c), which states that the
variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of property rights. The variance can be
approved by adoption of the attached resolution.
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ATTACHMENT 3
8/31/94
To the Falcon Heights Building Commission,
Jim LeJune asked if we would have any objection to his building an addition that would continue the
existing wall and roof line on our side of his house to the back of his property to accommodate an attached
garage. We have no objection to that plan, and knowing his physical condition we support his request for
an attached garage.
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ATTACHMENT 4
1, 1994
Ms. Susan Hoyt
City Administrator
City of Falcon Heights
2077 West Larpeuteur Avenue
Falcon Heights, MN 55113 -5594
Dear Ms. Hoyt:
This letter is to request that the Planning Commission and City
Council grant a variance to allow the construction of an attached
double garage at 1437 West California.
I am the homeowner at 1437 California. I have lived in Falcon
Heights since 1987. I am being married September 10. My husband
and I will be making our permanent home at 1437 entirely because
my insistence that we stay in Falcon Heights and in this
neighborhood. In order to remain in this house, it is necessary
that the house be remodeled.
My fiance is disabled. He was retired from the Marine Corps
after two combat tours in Vietnam because of this service related
disability. The disability has become more pronounced and
serious and has resulted in eight major surgeries in the past
five years. The disability involves a prosthetic hip and
rheumatoid arthritis. He will be undergoing two major surgical
procedures in mid October. He walks with a cane and is unsteady
in his balance, especially on uneven surfaces. Moving from a
sitting to a standing position, or vice versa, is difficult for
him.
Because of this disability, my fiance must have his living space
all on one floor: stairs cause him significant fatigue and
discomfort. This prosthesis is the result of injury, not disease
and is ingeniously but precariously attached. A fall could prove
disastrous, as any damage to the prosthesis may not be
repairable. In short, if he had a serious fall, he might never
walk again.
We have reviewed the standards for granting a variance so kindly
provided by Ms. Hoyt. From the nature of the remodeling, it is
clear that Sections d, e, and f are not applicable to this
situation. We attach letters from our immediate neighbors to the
east and west. In addition, cursory observation of the garages
on both sides of the alley shows that an attached garage on this
site would provide a uniform line, as these other garages are
positioned at the same distance from the alley. We believe this
addresses the concerns of sections a and b.
In order to continue to remain living in this house and continue
to enjoy living in this Falcon Heights neighborhood, it is
necessary that we add a bathroom with a therapeutic whirlpool tub
on the one floor. This means that the garage must be converted
to a den (family room) with bathroom. This, of course,
necessitates the construction of a new (two -car) garage (section
c)
This garage must be attached to the living areas of the house
because of my fiance's disability: he must not risk walking on
wet pavement or snow or ice to go from a detached garage into the
house because of the substantial risk of harm which would result
from a fall. In addition, it appears that the dimensions of a
detached garage would be two feet smaller than the dimensions of
the proposed attached garage because of the set -back requirement.
My fiance's disability makes entering and exiting cars difficult,
and he needs the wider dimension to safely enter and exit the
car. To require the smaller garage would cause substantial
difficulty. Thus, to require a detached garage under these
circumstances would work a particular hardship, not a mere
inconvenient (section g).
We are in no way seeking financial gain in requesting this
variance. Quite the contrary, as the value of the property would
not be substantially increased: the remodeling is geared
specifically to our needs and is not uniformally attractive to
prospective buyers. Indeed, we are seeking this remodeling
precisely because we do not intend to sell the house for many,
many years. Again, it would be a substantial hardship to us if
the variance was denied (section h).
Therefore, we request that a variance be granted, and that we be
allowed to construct an attached garage. We hope the Planning
Commission and City Council will grant us this variance.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Sincerely,
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mes D. LeJe- e
A ttac h m en t
Attachment 5
No.
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
C O U N C I L R E S O L U T I O N
Date: 9/28/94
RESOLUTION GRANTING A VARIANCE FOR 1437 W. CALIFORNIA AVENUE
On September 28, 1994, the Falcon Heights city council
recommended granting the following variance requested for 1437 W.
California Avenue.
Chapter 9, §4.01 in the minimum required rear yard setback.
A variance of 26.2 feet from the required rear yard setback
to construct an attached double car garage.
The city council adopted the following findings for recommending
the granting of the variance 1437 W. California:
a. That the amendment to the variance will not be
detrimental to the public welfare;
b. That the amendment to the variance will not
substantially diminish or impair property values or improvements
in the area;
c. That the amendment to the variance is necessary for the
preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights;
d. That the amended variance will not impair an adequate
supply of light and air to adjacent property;
e. That the amended variance will not impair the orderly
use of the public streets; and
f. That the amended variance will not increase the danger
of fire or endanger the public safety.
Approved by
Mayor
BALDWIN
GEHRZ In Favor Date
HUSTAD
JACOBS Against Attested by
TALBOT City Clerk
Date
DATE: 9/28/94
AGENDA ITEM: P 1
ITEM: A request for a conditional use permit for the operation of a secondhand
clothing store at 1583 North Hamline Avenue in a shopping center
building
SUBMITTED BY: J.T. Bonner, Proprietor
Dirk Bordson, Property Owner
REVIEWED BY: Planning Commission
Susan Hoyt, City Administrator
EXPLANATION /DESCRIPTION /STAFF REPORT: (prepared by Susan Hoyt)
Proposal
Mr. Bonner plans to open a used clothing store in the basement of the shopping
center along Hamline Avenue. The store will specialize in used blue jeans and will be
called "Feathered Denims The proposed hours of operation are evenings 4 PM to
8 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 4 PM.
Zoning code
This proposed use meets the definition of a secondhand goods store and is a
conditional use in the B 1 neighborhood business district of the zoning code (Chapter
9 Section 8.01 Subdivision 3 d). For purposes of the zoning code a secondhand
goods store is defined as:
Any store engaged in the business of selling or receiving tangible personal
property which has been previously used, rented, owned or leased, but
excluding stores which engage in the sale of any used: automobiles; electronic
equipment such as stereos, cameras, computers, televisions, audio and video
equipment, and similar equipment or appliances; jewelry and precious gems; or
guns. Stores which engage in any pawning activity whatsoever fall within the
definition of "pawn shop" and shall not be included within the definition of
"secondhand goods store."
Response to public notice and mailings
The city published a notice on this public hearing and mailed letters to property
owners within 350 feet of the property. As of this writing staff has received one call
regarding the proposed business. The caller was concerned about the additional
parking on the street from this use and said that she would prefer to see a bakery
move into the building.
Conditione permit
A conditional use perm goes wi the propeh the busess. T planning e
commission must recommend approval of a conditional use permit unless the
commission can demonstrate that the property owner rty not wit cannot satisfy all the reasonabl
conditions governing the use.
Staff recommendation
Staff recommends al making the conditional th use permit broad enough to capture
secondhand clothing and clothing consignment shops, not just selling blue he jeans. I
a broader use us permit is issued the property owner may lease the in business without f
requesting another conditional use permit if Mr. Bonner moves or goes out of business
or expands the type of clothing he sells.
The staff makes the following findings:
1. The secondhand goods store is in keeping with the city's comprehensive plan.
2. The use with the recommended conditions will not adversely affect the noise,
traffic or health and welfare of the surrounding neighborhood.
The planning commission reviews the request at its September 26, 1994 meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
A Location of the proposed business
B Statement of use of the premises
C Proposed conditions governing the use for 1583 West Hamline Avenue
ACTION REQUESTED:
1. Staff report
2. Discuss and adopt the findings and the conditional use permit
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LOCATION OF PROPOSED SECONDHAND GOODS
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
1583 WEST HAMLINE AVENUE
1. The store be authorized to sell used clothing. The term clothing does not
include jewelry or precious metals nor other items defined as secondhand
goods in the zoning code.
2. The used clothing shall be washed or dry cleaned prior to sale.
3. The hours of operation be limited to 9 AM to 9 PM Sunday through
Saturday.
5. The proprietor must secure and maintain a business license in Falcon
Heights.
6. The proprietor must operate with a business license and tax identification
number, if the tax identification number is required by the State of
Minnesota. (Clothing sales do not require a tax identification number.)
7. The store shall not exceed the maximum square footage permitted of
1,000 square feet permitted in the B 1 district in the zoning code.
8. The business shall conform to the city's codes.
9. The store shall not receive direct drop off of clothing from members of
the public at these premises.
10. There shall be no outdoor storage of merchandise.
11. The store's parking needs shall be accommodated within the shopping
center's parking lot and the immediate public parking spaces along the
shopping center and neighboring commercial uses.
12. Any change or expansion to the use shall require an amendment to the
conditional use permit.
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Meeting Date: 9/28/94
Agenda Item: P 2
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Community Park tennis court light availability
SUBMITTED BY: Parks and Recreation Commission
REVIEWED BY: Carol Kriegler, Parks and Recreation Director
EXPLANATION /SUMMARY: At the August Parks and Recreation Commission meeting Carol
Kriegler outlined a complaint from a neighbor of the Community Park regarding nuisance behavior
related to late -night tennis play. The complaint included the report of incidents of obnoxious and
loud behavior on the tennis courts late into the night. The complainant suggested that the city
change the tennis court Tight policy to prohibit play after 10 or 11 o'clock. In response to this
complaint and a handful of related complaints over the last few years, a process was initiated to
review the matter with consideration for policy change. The review included a survey of park
neighbors soliciting their perspective on the nuisance level of the tennis court lighting.
Of the 17 surveys sent to neighboring residents, 11 were completed and returned. Of those 11
respondents, 5 answered "yes" to the first survey question indicating that they had a concern or
complaint with the tennis court lighting or late -night activity on the tennis court or hard -court
(basketball). Generally, the complaints involved the illuminating of the interior of their homes, and
the disruption of sleep due to shouting and boisterous play. A complete copy of the returned
surveys is available for your review.
At the Sept. 22 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting a recommendation was made to change
the tennis court light policy to prohibit light availability after 10 p.m. This recommendation was
made after a review of the surveys and considerable discussion. Two park neighbors attended the
meeting and participated in the discussion as well. The recommendation was made as a result of
a motion that carried 4 to 1. Those in favor of the recommendation cited the need to curtail or
altogether eliminate what they considered to be unreasonable noise after the hour of 10 p.m. and
the desire to maintain a tennis court closing consistent with the closing of the rest of the park. The
individual opposing the recommendation did so with the feeling that an 11 p.m. tennis court closing
represented a better balance between facility availability and the interests of the park neighbors.
He expressed concern for the consequences of prematurely closing a recreational facility that serves
to provide area young adults with an opportunity to engage in a relatively positive and constructive
activity.
ACTION REQUESTED: Amending of city code to include tennis court closing
at 10 p.m.
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Meeting Date: 9/28/94
Agenda Item: P 3
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Community Park pathway and vita course (exercise stations)
improvements
SUBMITTED BY: Carol Kriegler, Parks and Recreation Director
Pete Klingenberg, Public Works /Parks Superintendent
EXPLANATION /SUMMARY: The 1994 park capital improvement program includes pathway and
vita course improvements at the Community Park. The budgeted amount for the vita course was
$11,000 and $8,000 was budgeted for pathway rehabilitation ($6,000 actual with an additional
$2,000 from the county /Cleveland Ave. project).
The following expenditures are recommended in an effort to rehabilitate the vita course:
$300 -$400 Saw purchase (to facilitate sign replacement)
$675 "Game- time" horizontal ladder station
$350 "Game- time" sit -up station
$100 New station signs
$1,200 Wood and hardware for sign frame and post
replacement
A recommendation concerning the pathway rehabilitation will be presented at the September 28th council
meeting. Price quotations were not available for inclusion in this agenda material. A staff report outlining
these projects is attached.
ACTION REQUESTED: Authorization to proceed with Community Park vita course
and pathway rehabilitation projects.
Staff Report
To: Susan Hoyt
From: Carol Kriegler
Pete Klingenberg
Subject: Community Park Pathway and Vita Course Improvements
The 1994 Park Capital Improvement Program includes pathway and vita course
improvements at the Community Park. $11,000 has been budgeted for the vita course and
$8,000 for pathway rehabilitation ($6,000 actually budgeted with an additional $2,000
from the County Cleveland Ave. Project). Following is our recommendation on
proceeding with these related projects.
Vita Course
The existing exercise stations are about 15 years old. The condition of the stations varies
widely. Some stations remain fully functional and in very good condition while others
have been altogether removed due to their deteriorating and unsafe condition. An
inventory of the stations was conducted by Pete and is attached for your review..
Generally, all remaining stations are considered to be yet fully functional given some
repair and adjustment.
In an effort to get a "users" perspective about the course, we met with two individuals
who are considered to be avid users of the course. It was our intent to gain a sense of
their level of satisfaction with the course as it exists now, what they considered to be it's
strengths, and where they saw need for improvement. Both of these individuals seemed
like excellent resources for this information as both had previously contacted the City with
concern for the course or suggestions for improvement.
We were somewhat surprised to learn that the course still seems to be functioning very
well. In fact, we sensed some defense against changing or replacing any more stations
than was considered absolutely necessary.
As a result of our meeting, we have come to the conclusion that the best approach to use
in improving maintaining the vita course is to conduct an ongoing annual station by
station inspection and evaluation that would provide for station replacement on an as
needed basis. This evaluation would include the estimated level of required repair and
maintenance associated with retaining the station.
At this time we would recommend adding two new stations and replacing all the sign
posts and frames. Most all of the signs are loose and unattractive. It is believed that the
inner sign face can be salvaged and reused Pete plans to reframe each sign and cover
with new plexiglas. We suggest purchasing replacement stations from the manufacturer
GAME TIME as they are most similar in design and material to the existing stations..
Pete is confident that all other stations will require only a level of repair that is reasonable
and worth pursuing in an effort to retain the equipment. We then recommend the
following expenditures in an effort to rehabilitate the vita course:
Saw purchase (to facilitate sign frame replacement) $300 -400
Game Time horizontal ladder station $675
Game Time sit -up stations $350
New sign faces for two new stations $100
Pathway Rehabilitation
While the entire pathway is in need of rehabilitation, we suggest that two different
methods of repair be employed in two different areas of the trail. Complete rebuilding of
the trail appears to be necessary for 1,300 linear feet on the east and southeast areas of the
park. These trail areas currently consist of just a remnant of the original trail as it is only
about a foot in width in most areas. Rebuilding in these areas will consist of excavating
the trail area to a depth of 4 inches and 6 feet wide, application of a preemergant
herbicide, application of crushed limestone and ag -lime, and grading and compaction of
the site. Repair of the remaining trail is considered possible without excavating and
removals of the existing materials. These areas would be treated with a herbicide,
augmented with a top dressing of additional ag -lime, graded and compacted. Pete feels
that these areas in need of lesser work can be accomplished effectively in -house with the
public works staff Although the work will require equipment that the City does not have,
indications are that the City of Roseville is willing to make their equipment available to
us for this project.
The following expenditures are recommended in an effort to rehabilitate the pathway:
Contracting with for the rebuilding of 1,200 linear feet of pathway
at a cost of (see attached bids).
The purchase of herbicide, crushed limestone, and ag -lime for the public works star
to repair 1,600 linear feet of trail. Required material quanities are estimated to cost
Cofrnmunity Park Project
Restain Entry Sign
41 Achilles Stretch
sign loose
6x6 post loose
-42 Sit and Reach
sign, benches aced restalning
Cond tion =fair
-43 Touch Toes
Sign loose, needs stain
Cgirie
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-44 Kncc Lift
sign needs stain
loose cement base
-45 Jump Jack
Sign laying in grass area
-46 Log Hop
Need of repair (ground work and logs)
-47 Step-Up
sign loose, needs restaining
different post set up needed
-48 Circle Body
sign broke
-49 Body Curl
all 3 body boards are in need of replacement
sign post in need of replacernent
-410 Chin -Up
sign boards cracking
chin -up highbar in need of different
reinforcement (wood screws)
111 Hop Kick
sign repair (burned at bottom)
412 Vault Bar
sign restain
Vault post (center cracking)
413 was cut up
414 Push Up
sign repair (restain and loose)
15 G ench Leg R1!kise
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bench needs replacement
cracking1nailS out of seat)
sign loose and needs restainEng
liti Ilan d fi1
pipes loose
corner posts loose
sign replacre
#17 Leg Stretch
Top t posts loose and cracking
sign loose and cracking
4t18 Balance Beam
beam posts are cracking t
sign tooting loose
.r s,y y fly
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P.O. Box 27328
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55427
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QUOTE* 4250102 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS SHIP ZIP: 55113 9/07/94
ATTN: PETE
FALCON HEIGHTS MN 55113
UNIT EXT
QIY ITEM DESCRIPTION WGT. PRICE PRICE
1 6684 SIT -UP STATION (PINE) 265.0 345.00 345.00
1 6710 HORIZONTAL LADDER (PINE) 603.0 654.00 654.00
1 122483 SIT -UP STATION SIGN .2 46.00 46.00
1 122489 HORIZ LADDER SIGN .2 46.00 46.00
868.4 LESS SUB TOT: $1091.00
TAX: $70.92
FREIGHT: $332.27
BY ITEM INDICATES A COLOR OPTION TOTAL $1494.19
NOTE; ARE PRINTED BOARD ONLY:: DU NOT INCLUDE BACKING, POSTS
OR ANY 7 AL HARDWARE.
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Signed: 1 (Sales Rep) Accepted:
Note= r ices Quoted are Good for 30 Days Only.
Prices Shown are Materials Only. and DOES NOT Include InstaIlation.
Surfacing or Edg.1na, Unless Otherwise Noted.
Call (612)546-7787 1 FAX (612)546-5050
WATTS (800)622-5425
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A ALB E CH 1 LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE IRRIGATION EXCAVATION
VATION
mos West County Road C Roseville, Minnesota 55113 (612) 633-4519
September 21.1994
City Q1 Falcon Heights
2077 West Larpenteur
Falcon Heights, PIN 5*.31 :i
Attnt Pete Klinenberg
Re: Linesttipne Trail
Excavate 1,247 7 f. trail area to a depth al 4 inches and 6 fee}
wide (all excavated materia i disposed 0-f oft' site)
Y`s^p y ;1c nQb,a�r c 1; orate pr approved equal as p manufacturers
recommendation.
Apply inches 3/4" minu drusned limestnne v. /9" minus
and compact.
Apply 2 inch Bryan Red Rock ag limestone 3 /9" minus and
compact.
Single axel truck will be raar loaded to minimize site
distribution.
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F.M. FRATTALONE
EXCAVATING GRADING, INC.
Commercial Residential
Site Grading Compaction
3066 Spruce Street St. Paul, MN 55117
Phone: (612) 484 -0448 Fax: (612) 484 -7839
PROPOSAL SUBMITTED TO PHONE DATE
The City of Falcon Heights 644 -5050 September 22, 1994
STREET
JOB NAME
2077 Larpenteur Avenue West Trail Restoration
CITY, STATE AND ZIP CODE JOB LOCA71ON
Falcon Heights, MN. Cleveland Roselawn
ARCHITECT DATE OF PLANS JOB PHONE
We hereby submit specifications and estimates for:
OUR BASE BID INCLUDES:
Trail Grading in Areas E, F, and G only per sketch.
5" of Bryan Rec. Rock, 6 feet wide
Totally rebuilding 547' of Trail (Area F, G, and 300' as discussed).
OUR BASE BID DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Hazardous or Demolition removal
and seeding as discussed
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p Provost hereby to furnish material and labor complete in accordance with above specifications for the sum of:
Seven Thousand One Hundred Fifty Dollars No /100 dollars($ 7.150.00
Payment to be made as follows:
Net thirty (30) days from invoice date. 1 1/2% per month service charge on any
balance over thirty (30) days.
All material is guaranteed to be as specified. All work to be completed in a workmanlike
manner according to standard practices. Any alteration or deviation from above specifica- Authorized
lions involving extra costs will be executed only upon written orders, and will become an Signature (/).7
extra charge over and above the estimate. All agreements contingent upon strikes, accidents Jon Ekero
or delays beyond our control. Owner to carry fire, tornado and other necessary insurance. ote: This proposal may be
Our workers are fully covered by Workmen's Compensation Insurance. withdrawn by us if not accepted within 30 days.
Aralitana of rII uiial —The above rites specifications
p pe (cations
and conditions are satisfactory and are hereby accepted. You are authorized Signature
to do the work as specified. Payment will be made as outlined above.
Date of Acceptance: Signature
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FALCON HEIGHTS FIRE DEPARTMENT
2077 WEST LARPENTEAUR AVE.
FALCON HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA 55113
C/O CHIEF KURHAJETZ
F.O.B. WYOMING, MINN.
SEPT. 12, 1994
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NATIONAL "FLOMASTER" FIRE HOSE 14 -FM6- 1.50 -100
(2 100FT. LENGTHS OF (1 1/2" "FLOMASTER" 100% SYNTHETIC NITRILE COVERED ATTACK
HOSE, YELLOW IN COLOR, COUPLED WITH LIGHTWEIGHT, HARD COATED, ALUMINUM
(NST) COUPLINGS.ACCEPTANCE TEST PRESSURE 600 PSI, SERVICE TEST PRESSURE 300PSI.
$249.00 LENGTH/$498.00
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SERVUS FIREFIGHTER BOOTS
(8) #11467 SERVUS "FIREBREAKER" KNEE BOOT $90.00PR./$720.00
BULLARD FIREFIGHTER HELMETS
(1) #BULLPXBL BULLARD "FIREDOME II" BLUE ULTEM FIREFIGHTER HELMET,
COMPLETE WITH 4" HARDCOATED FACESHIELD, AND STANDARD
NOMEX EAR/NECK PROTECTER. $110.00 EA.
P.S. DEAR CLEM,
I WILL SEND YOU OUT A SAMPLE LENGTH OF THE LIGHTWEIGHT
(1 3/4" )DURA FLOW ATTACK HOSE FOR DEMO PURPOSES.
ALSO PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU EVER RECEIVED THE ONE
FLATHEAD AXE WE SHORTED YOU.
THANK YOU
SINCERELY
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MIKE LARSON 730 -4636
METRO FIRE, INC.
P.O. Box 549 25900 Fallbrook Avenue, Wyoming, Minnesota 55092
Phones: 612- 462 -4090
Toll Free (800) 952 -6685
Fax: 612- 462 -4094
Meeting Date: 10/26/94
Agenda Item: C 7
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION: Request for use of Community Park shelter and
site for Lions Club holiday tree sale
SUBMITTED BY: Carol Kriegler, Parks Recreation Director
REVIEWED BY:
EXPLANATION /SUMMARY:
The Lions Club is requesting use of the Community Park shelter and some of the
grounds to the west of the shelter adjacent to the parking lot for its annual holiday
tree sale from November 1 to December 23rd. The Lions Club has used the area in
the past and agrees to the attached conditions.
ATTACHMENTS: A. Agreement for Lions Club use of Community Park
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ACTION REQUESTED: Approve use of Community Park shelter and si
Lions Club holiday tree sale. to for the
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LIONS CLUB AGREEMENT FOR COMMUNITY PARK USE
The Falcon Heights /Lauderdale Lions Club is granted permission to use the area north
of the free skating rink at the Falcon Heights Community Park for Christmas tree sales
from November 1, 1994 through December 23, 1994. The Falcon Heights /Lauderdale
Lions Club agrees to the following terms and conditions:
1. The bituminous pathways and concrete walkways shall be
used only for the purpose of the initial tree delivery
and for pedestrians. Vehicles shall not be allowed on
the pathway for the purposes of tree pick -up or parking.
2. Use of the park building shall be limited to use as a
warming shelter for Lions Club members and storage.
3. The Lions Club shall vacate the area by December 23rd and
do so by leaving the property in the same good condition.
All remaining trees, associated materials, equipment and
signs shall be removed no later than January 15, 1994.
4. Two temporary signs are allowed at the site and a sign
permit shall be taken out.
5. A business license will be obtained.
THE CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS LIONS CLUB
By: By: