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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 1988/05/23CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW MAY 23, 1988 7:00 P.M. A G E N D A 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call Hankner, Wuori, Quick, Blanchard, Linke 4. Approval of Minutes: May 9, 1988 Regular Meeting (Received in 3 -16 -88 Packet) 5. Public Hearings 7:05 P.M.- Consideration of Request of Julian Johnson for Extension of Building Permit to Construct Single Family House at 8100 Grove land Road 7. Approval of Consent Agenda 7:10 P.M.- Consideration of Condi- tional Use Permit for Veterinary Clinic for Kevin Barcus, 2554 Highway 10 6. Residents Requests and Comments From The Floor CITIZENS: BEFORE SPEAKING PLEASE GIVE YOUR FULL NAME AND ADDRESS FOR THE MINUTES ITEM A. Set Public Hearing for Wetland Alteration Permit to Allow Repair of Sanitary Sewer Main North of Woodcrest Park (Wetland 1 -17) for 7:05 p.m., June 13, 1988 ITEM B. Set Public Hearing for Conditional Use Permit Request by Church Upon the Rock, 7901 Red Oak Drive for 7 :10 p.m., June 13, 1988 ITEM C. Set Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 442 Revising Chapter 40 of the Mounds View Municipal Code Entitled, "Zoning" for 7:15 p.m., June 13, 1988 AGENDA PAGE TWO MAY 23, 1988 ITEM D. Set Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 443 Revising Chapter 40 of the Mounds View Municipal Code Entitled, "Zoning" for 7 :20 p.m., June 13, 1988 ITEM E. Set Public Hearing for Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat Approval for Mounds View Business Park for 7:25 p.m., June 13, 1988 ITEM F. Adopt Resolution No. 2324 Reapportioning Skiba's Defense ITEM G. Adopt Resolution No. 2326 Reapportioning Auditor's Subdivision No. 89, Lot 57 ITEM H. Adopt Resolution No. 2329 Adopting the 1988 Budget Calendar ITEM I. Licenses for Approval General Expires June 30, 1988 Lindman Builders New Fence Installation Expires June 30, 1988 Fence Specialists New Heating Air Cond. Expires June 30, 1988 Flare Heating New Masonry Expires June 30, 1988 Albin Katzner Cement Company New Sewer and Water Expires June 30, 1988 Crosstown Plumbing, Inc. New ITEM J. Adopt Resolution No. 2332 Approving Just and Correct Claims Against City Funds 8. Authorize Mayor and Clerk- Administrator to Enter into Contract Agreement Between City of Mounds View and Supercycle, Inc. for Recycling Services 9. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 441 Amending t'e Municipal Code of Mounds View by Amending Chapter 40, Entitled, "Zoning" 10. Consideration of Resolution No. 2328 Approving A Conditional Use Permit for a Veterinary Animal Cliiic for Kevin Barcus, 2554 Highway 10 11. Approve Maintenance Agreement with Twin City Business Computers, Inc. for Maintenance of Philips Word Processing Systems at a Cost of 52,014.00 to be Charged to Acco:nt No. 100 4190 -513 AGENDA PAGE THREE MAY 23, 1988 12. Consideration of Resolution No. 2325 Approving Minor Subdivision Request by Robert Petersen, 2185 Lambert Avenue, Mounds View Planning Case No. 237 -88 13. Consideration of Resolution No. 2327 Denying Variance Appeal for Dynamic Designers, 7656/7660 Woodlawn Drive, Mounds View Planning Case No. 138 -83 14. Authorize Short- Elliott- Hendrickson, Inc. to Prepare Plans and Specifications for Silver Lake Road Sanitary Sewer Repair at a Cost Not to Exceed $12,500 15. Authorize Study of Water Treatment Plan No. 1 by SERCO Labs at a Cost Not to Exceed $3,000 16. Adopt 'Resolution No. 2330 Commending Gerald Simon for 20 Years of Service to the Fire Department 17. Adopt Resolution No. 2331 Commending Fran.:is Doll for 20 Years of Service to the Fire Department 18. Consideration of Request by School District Student Services Coordinator for Authorization to File Grant Application with the Minnesota Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee 19. Consideration of Mounds View Business Park Change Order No. 2 and Pay Estimate No. 2 20. Review and Comment of Blaine Comprehensive Plan Amendment 21. Consideration of Computer Hardware for Pavement Management 22. First Quarter 1988 Department Head Reports Police Chief Ramacher Finance Director Treasurer Brager Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director Saarion Director of Public Works /City Engineer Ric Minetor 23. Report of Attorney 24. Report of Councilmembers: Hankner, Wuori, Quick, Blanchard, Linke 25. Report of Administrator 26. Adjournment CONSENT AGENDA MAY 23, 1988 The Consent Agenda is a technique designed to expedite handling of routine and miscellaneous official business of the City Council. The entire agenda may be adopted by the Council in one motion. The motion for adoption is non debatable and must receive unanimous approval. By request of any individual Councilmember, an item can be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed upon the Regular Agenda for debate. 7. Approval of Consent Agenda ITEM A. Set Public Hearing for Wetland Alteration Permit to Allow Repair of Sanitary Sewer Main North of Woodcrest Park (Wetland I -17) for 7:05 p.m., June 13, 1988 ITEM B. Set Public Hearing for Conditional Use Permit Request by Church Upon the Rock, 7901 Red Oak Drive for 7:10 p.m., June 13, 1988 ITEM C. Set Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 442 Revising Chapter 40 of the Mounds View Municipal Code Entitled, "Zoning" for 7:15 p.m., June 13, 1988 ITEM D. Set Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 443 Revising Chapter 40 of the Mounds View Municipal Code Entitled, "Zoning" for 7:20 p.m., June 13, 1988 ITEM E. Set Public Hearin_ for Major Subdivision for Preliminary Plat Approval for Mounds View Business Park for 7 :25 p.m., June 13, 1988 ITEM F. Adopt Resolution No. 2324 Reapportioning Skiba's Defense ITEM G. Adopt Resolution No. 2326 Reapportioning Auditor's Subdivision No. 89, Lot 57 ITEM H. Adopt Resolution No. 2329 Adopting the 1988 Budget Calendar CONSENT AGENDA PAGE TWO MAY 23, 1988 ITEM I. Licenses for Approval General Expires June 30, 1988 Lindman Builders New Fence Installation Expires June 30, 1988 Fence Specialists New Heating Air Cond. Expires June 30, 1988 Flare Heating New Masonry Expires June 30, 1988 Albin Katzner Cement Company New Sewer and Water Expires June 30, 1988 Crosstown Plumbing, Inc. New ITEM J. Adopt Resolution No. 2332 Approving Just and Correct Claims Against City Funds ADDENDUM CITY COUNCIL CONSENT AGENDA MAY 23, 1988 ITFM J. Licenses for Approval Asphalt Expires 6/30/88 Baillargeon Repair New Swimming Pool Installation Expires 6/30/88 Peterson Pools and Spas New ITEM K. Set Public Hearings for On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Renewals for the Following Establishments For June 13, 1988 at the Times Specified Below: Rcbert's Off 10 Donatelles Supper Club Mermaid, Inc. Loose Ends ITEM L. Set Public Hearings for Off -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Renewals for the Following Establishments For June 13, 1988 at the Times Specified Below: B and R Liquor Budget Liquor 7:30 p.m- 7:35 p.m. 7:40 p.m. 7 :45 p.m. 7 :50 p.m. 7:55 p.m. ITEM M. Set Public Hearing for On -Sale Wine License Renewal for the Bel -Rae Ballroom for 8:00 p.m. for June 13, 1988 The Mounds View City Council was called to order by 1. Call to Mayor Linke at 7:00 PM on Monday, May 23, 1988. Order The Pledge of Allegiance was said. 2. Pledge of Allegiance MEMBERS PRESENT: Councilmembers Hankner, Wuori, Quick, 3. Roll Call Blanchard and Mayor Linke. ALSO PRESENT: City Attorney Meyers and Clerk/ Administrator Pauley. Motion /Second: Blanchard /Hankner to approve the May 9, 1988 minutes as presented. J5 ayes 0 nays PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Paul Milke, 5116 Brighton Lane, inquired how much the City asked the State Legislature for in grants and local government aid, and how much was given. Clerk /Administrator Pauley explained grants must be applied for individually, as they are not state aid. The preliminary figure is a 40 percent increase in loyal government aid, which would be $230,000, but that does not mean the City's revenues are increased by that amount, and he explained the process used. He added they do not know yet what has happened with homestead ciedit, which has been changed, and that could have a significant impact on the City. Councilmember Hankner explained the City has not gone to the Legislature ,:ith a formal rec est, but rather stay in touch with their local Legislators. Clerk /Administrator Pauley explained the lobbying process used and added that they always hope for more, but they never know until the end what will ?lappen. Date Approved: 6/27/88 Regular Meeting May 23, 1988 Mounds View City Hall 2401 Hwy. 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 4. Approval of Minutes: May 9, 1988 Motion Carried 5. Residents Requests and Comments from the Floor Moupds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Two Mayor Linke closed the regular meeting and opened the first public hearing at 7:07 PM. Clerk /Administrator Pauley reviewed the issue before the Council and showed an overhead map of the area and the surrounding property. He explained that in reviewing the request for an extension of the building permit, they have discussed the possible use of the lot for access to the back of the property for subdivision and development of the back lots. He stated Staff is asking the Council for direction on how to proceed, and he added that a lot split has not been granted, and if applied for, would have to be done at the time of the permit. Mike Hurley identified himself as the attorney repre- senting Julian Johnson, owner of the property. He explained Mr. Johnson is out of the State and was not able to come back for this hearing. He stated they understand that when the original building permit was issued, a lot split was not requested or approved, and that while their original intent was to develop only the small, front portion, without the split they would be dealing with the entire parcel. The Council questioned when Mr. Johnson would ask for a lot split. Mr. Hurley responded that at this_ time he has no intention of asking for a lot split, but has only requested an extension of the building permit at this time. He added that while Mr. Johnson had misunderstood the lot split issue at the time the original permit was granted, it is acceptable to him. Clerk /Administrator Pauley reported a previous owner had applied for a building permit approximately four years ago, which the Council denied at that time. Mr. Hurley pointed out Mr. Johnson has a buildable lot and he does not see why the City should deny him a permit to build on his property. He added if the City is inclined to acquire the property for a future road, he is willing to talk, and he would like direction from the Council at this time as to what their intentions are, as this has been discussed for years and it is time that a decision be made. He added Mr. Johnson's intention is to construct a home and sell the entire piece, or he may possibly request a lot split at a later date. Councilmember Hankner asked what the market value of the lot is. 6. Public Hearing: Consideration of Request for Extension of Building Permit for 8100 Groveland Road Mr. Hurley replied they looking at comparables, is concerned, it should do not have a price yet Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Three have done some estimating and and as far as the small parcel be valued at $35,000, and they for the entire parcel. Councilmember Hankner clarified that if the smaller parcel is built on, the entire parcel would remain on the tax rolls. Mr. Hurley asked if any parcels in that area were land- locked presently. Clerk /Administrator Pauley replied there were, and without a road, they would remain so. Mr. Hurley pointed out this is not unique, then, to Mr. Johnson. He added there is potential there for a nice neighborhood, and Mr. Johnson is willing to hold onto the lot to wait and see what the City does, but his concern is that something be done, as the Council has sat on this for some time. He explained he had sent a letter to Attorney Meyers in January, requesting the extension, with either a yes or no answer, and five months later they are no further. Councilmember Hankner asked if Mr. Johnson would still want to go ahead if the building permit extension does not include the lot split. Mr. Hurley replied he does, yet if the City wants to acquire it, he has plans on how the property could be developed. Clerk /Administrator Pauley explained if the City acquires it, they would have to take all 77.5' of frontage, all the way through the lot, which would leave them excess of to hopefully sell off to adjoining property owners. Bill Frits, 8072 Long Lake Road, questioned the value or cost of the property to the City. Mayor Linke explained they are just looking at possi- bilities now, and would need solid numbers before taking any action. Clerk /Administrator Pauley stated the only decision the Council would make this evening was whether or not to extend the building permit, and if they don't, they would have to instruct Staff to begin the process of acquisition, and an appraisal would have to be done. Mayor Linke stated that a denial cf the building permit extension does not mean the Council is going to purchase the property. Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Four Mr. Hurley pointed out if the City denies the permit extension, that is a taking, restriction and denial of the us of the property, and he would hope the City would consider that. Attorney Meyers reviewed the alternatives that are available, with a study of whether the extension of Knollwood could be developed without Mr. Johnsons property. He explained they have heard many proposals over the years. He added they could approve the lot split with the agreement that the City could acquire the large back lot for use in a future road development. He added that if the permit extension is denied, the City could be liable for denial of the use of the property. He added they could allow the issuance of the building permit extension but still look at the parcel in back for development of a cul -de -sac. He further added that the extension of the timeline would be up to Mr. Hurley. Mr. Hurley pointed out everything has been discussed time and time again, and his client is very anxious to get on with developing this property. Councilmember Blanchard asked what harm there would be in granting an extension, as the lot split has not been asked for or granted. Mr. Hurley pointed out the building permit was originally issued in June of 1987, and a statement was written right on it by Building Inspector Jim Tobias that it would be extended to the Spring of 1988. He also reminded the Council of the letter sent in January, informing them of the request for the extension and requesting that a decision be made in a timely manner. Attorney Meyers advised that if the Council grants the building permit extension, it would eliminate the eastern access, and that is what the issue tonight really is. Mayor Linke closed the public hearing and reopened the regular meeting at 7:34 PM. Councilmember Hankner stated that if the extension is granted and the Council is to talk to Mr. Johnson about a future lot split, it would require additional time to discuss it with him. Attorney Meyers advised the Council must City can really use Mr. Johnson's parcel that if a lot split is granted, the back ultimately go back to the City for taxes years or so. decide if the He added portion could in another ten Mayor Linke stated he was opposed to anything but the east exit, due to the health, safety and welfare issue of the future development. He pointed out there is also a 12" water main on Groveland which could be tied into. He stated the best way to plan for the future is to deny this and look at the acquisition of a strip of the property. Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Five Councilmember Blanchard stated she was against tying up the citizens tax dollars on a "maybe" project that might not happen for 25 years, if ever, as the majority of the property owners there do not want a road to go through. Mayor Linke replied there is money left from the Silver Lake Woods project, which comes from the gas tax, and would not be tying up new money. Councilmember Blanchard responded that either way, the tax payers are paying for it. Councilmember Hankner stated the City could end up paying for it anyway, if they deny the permit extension and it ends up in litigation. Attorney Meyers advised the Court could assess damages for the denial of the use of the property. The money could theoretically be recovered if a road is put in in the future, but they would have to prove that the market value of each property increased by that assessment. He added they could start condemnation proceedings for the road, but it may or may not be to the City's benefit. He added the City could a'quire the entire parcel and sell off the buildable lots to a developer. Councilmember Hankner stated that sounds like a terrific gamble, as they could end up in very lengthy negotiations and still end up paying out a lot of money. She added she feels Mr. Johnson has put the Council in an unfair position as he is not available to meet with them, and they do not know where he stands on many items, and she does not know if Mr. Hurley can answer for Mr. Johnson. She further stated the date of this meeting was postponed for Mr. Johnson's convenience and he chose not to meet with the Council. Attorney Meyers advised the Council decide if an east access is necessary to go from there. Councilmember Blanchard pointed out no one has come in with any proposals for developLler.t pn any portion, and she has a real problem voting on if's, and's and maybe's. Councilmember Quick stated that when the last permit was denied the policy was set, and they must look to the future to allow for development. Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Six Councilmember Wuori stated she agreed, and planning is involved in putting a road in at a future time, which is always "iffy She added they must abide by the health, safety and welfare issues, and the eastern access takes care of all those points. Councilmember Hankner stated she could agree with having Staff get appraisals and begin negotiations with Mr. Johnson. At the request of the Council, Mr. Hurley stated the preliminary price of the front portion would be $35,000, the second piece directly west would be $20,000, or $75,000 for the entire parcel. Mayor Linke asked if Mr. Johnson would be willing to negotiate because if the road was put in, it would open up two lots in back to Mr. Johnson. He added that the Council was not prepared to sign any purchase agreement ut this time. Councilmember Hankner suggested Staff be instructed to go ahead and get an appraisal and talk to Mr. Johnson. Motion /Second: Linke /Quick to authorize Staff to have one appraisal performed by the City's appraiser and commence negotiations for the possible acquisition of the property, and discuss with Mr. Johnson possible points for negotiation. 5 ayes 0 nays Attorney Meyers advised the appraisal be dome for the small parcel, the extension and the entire parcel. Mayor Linke closed the regular meeting and opened the second public hearing at 8:02 PM. Clerk /Administrator Pauley explained the first reading of Ordinance No. 441 had been held on May 9. This would allow a conditional use permit within a B -2 district for a veterinary and animal clinic, with stipulations as set forth. He added Dr. Barcus has applied for the conditional use permit to operate a veterinary clinic at the Silver View Plaza, and he reviewed the five conditions that would be placed on the operation, if the permit is granted. He added that once it is approved, there would be a 30 day publication phase, and then a 30 day waiting period before it would go into effect. 'Mayor Linke closed the public hearing and reopened the regular meeting at 8:05 p.m. Motion Carried 7. Public Hearing: Consideration of Conditional Use Permit for Kevin Barcus, 2554 Highway 10 Motion /Second: Quick /Blanchard to have the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No 441, amending the Municipal Code of Mounds View by amending Chapter 40 entitled "Zoning and waive the reading. Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Seven Motion /Second: Wuori /Quick to approve Resolution No. 2328, approving a conditional use permit for a veterinary animal clinic for Kevin Barcus, 2554 Highway 10, and waive the reading. 5 ayes 0 nays Clerk /Administrator Pauley read the items on the proposed consent agenda, as well as on the amended consent agenda. Motion /Second: Hankner /Blanchard to approve the consent agenda as amended, and waive the reading of the resolutions. 5 ayes 0 nays Clerk /Administrator Pauley reported the grant has been received from Ramsey County for recycling within the City, which will begin on June 21, and be every third Tuesday of the month thereafter. Mayor Linke reported they are still looking for block captains in certain areas, whose responsibility it would be to put out reminder signs. Motion /Second: Quick /Hankner to authorize the Mayor and Clerk /Administrator to enter into a contract agreement between the City of Mounds View and Super cycle, Inc. for recycling services. 5 ayes 0 nays Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Mayor Linke Hankner aye Wuori aye Quick aye Blanchard aye aye Clerk /Administrator Pauley explained it is the practice of the City to have maintenance contracts on all office equipment. He added Staff will pursue getting a refund on the service not rendered by the previous contractor. 8. 2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 441 Motion Carried 9. Consideration of Resolution No. 2328 Motion Carried 10. Approval of Consent Agenda Motion Carried 11. Authorization of Contract Agreement with Super cycle, Inc. for Recycling Services Motion Carried 12. Approval of Maintenance Agreement with Twin City Business Computers, Inc. Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Eight Motion/Second: Blanchard /Wuori to approve a maintenance agreement with Twin City Business Computers, Inc. for maintenance of the Philips word processing system, at a cost of $2,014.00 to be charged to account No. 100- 4190 -513. 5 ayes 0 nays Clerk /Administrator Pauley reported the Planning Commission has recommended approval of this minor subdivision, and it is in compliance with the City code. Motion /Second: Quick /Hankner to approve Resolution No. 2325, approving a minor subdivision for Robert Petersen, 2185 Lambert Avenue, Mounds View Planning Case No. 237 -88, and waive the reading. 5 ayes 0 nays Clerk Administrator Pauley reported the Council had previously held a hearing on this request, and he reviewed the reasons for the proposed denial of the appeal by Dynamic Designers. He added the proposed resolution of denial has been prepared with the -advise of the City Attorney, and he read the proposed resolution. Motion /Second: Hankner /Quick to approve Resolution No. 2327, denying the variance appeal for Dynamic Designers, 7656/7660 Woodlawn Drive, Mounds View Planning Case No. 138 -83. 5 ayes 0 nays Clerk /Administrator Pauley reviewed the problems with 15. the sanitary sewer line on Silver Lake Road, and asked Council authorization for the preparation of plans and specs. He added he had received a call from Dan Boxrud, of SEH, pointing out the soil boarings requested by the Council would be an additional $4,000, with the work to be done by Twin City Testing. There was discussion among the Council as to how many borings were to be done, and whether it would be just in front of the apartments. Councilmember Quick stated the idea of the soil boarings Tawas for an added margin of safety for when the repairs are made in the future. 14. Motion Carried 13. Consideration of Resolution No. 2325 Motion Carried Consideration of Resolution No. 2327 Motion Carried Authorize SEH to Prepare Plans and Specs for Silver Lake Road Sanitary Sewer Repair Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Nine Clerk /Administrator Pauley reported there had been a water main break at 7280 Silver Lake Road recently, and a good deal of peat was encountered during the repair. Ric Minetor, Public Works Director, explained what happened with the water main, and he advised the soil borings would be money well spent, as it is much less expensive than going back and repairing houses later. Motion /Second: Quick /Wuori to authorize Short Elliott- Hendrickson, Inc. to prepare plans and specs for the Silver Lake Road sanitary sewer repair at a cost not to exceed $]2,500, and authorize Twin City Testing to perform the soil borings at an additional $4,000 in cost. 5 ayes 0 nays Clerk /Administrator Pauley explained the City has been experiencing difficulty in achie,ring acceptable water quality from Water Treatment Plant No. 1, and an analysis needs to be done, which will give them direction on how to proceed. Motion /Second: Hankner /Blanchard to authorize a study of Water Treatment Plant No. 1 by SERCO Labs at a cost not to exceed $3,000. 5 ayes 0 nays Clerk/Administrator Pauley read Resolution No. 2330 and Resolution No. 2331, commending Gerald Simon and Francis Doll for their 20 years of service to the Fire Department. Motion /Second: Blanchard /Hankner to adopt Resolutions No. 2330 and 2331, commending Gerald Simon and Francis Doll for 20 years of service each to the Fire Department. 5 ayes 0 nays Mayor Linke directed Staff to have plaques made, to be presented to both individuals at a future Council meeting. Clerk /Administrator Pauley reported the City has acted as a sponsoring agency for the past three years 'for the school district, and they have been requested to do so again. He added there is no cost to the City for this, and the City is merely the sponsoring agency, with no further obligation. Motion Carried 16. Authorize Study of Water Treatment Plant Ne. 1 Motion Carried 17. Consideration of Resolutions No. 2330 and 2331 Motion Carried 18. Consideration of Request by School District Student Services Coordinator Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Ten Motion /Second: Hankner /Quick to authorize Staff to sign the papers for the School District Student Services Coordinator to file the grant application with the Minnesota Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee. 5 ayes Clerk /Administrator Pauley reviewed the need for Change Order No. 2 for the Mounds View Business Park. He explained it would correct an error in Change Order No. 1, as well as replace the rip -rap around the perimeter of the storm water detention /retention pond with sod. Motion /Second: Hankner /Blanchard to approve Change Order No. 2 and authorize the payment of pay estimate No. 2 in the amount of $133,414.87, to be charged to the Mounds View Business Park Tax Increment Fund. 5 ayes Clerk /Administrator Pauley reported the Council had 20. Review and previously received a proposed amendment to Blaine's Comment of comprehensive plan, for a sports facility they plan Blaine °'to construct north on Radisson Road. He added Staff Comprehensive has reviewed it in detail and feels there would be Plan Amendment minimal if any impact on Mounds View, other than an increase in traffic, which would not be at rush times. He added the Planning Commission agrees with Staff. Motion /Second: Quick /Hankner to authorize Clerk/ Administrator Pauley to send a let: the Met Council, stating they have no comma_.!! on the plan. 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carrie 0 nays Motion Carried 0 nays Motion Carried Ric Minetor reviewed his memo of May 19 regarding computer hardware for pavement management. Motion /Second: Hankner /Wuori to authorize the pur- chase of computer hardware for pavement management, from Zeros International at a cost not to exceed $3,749, to be charged to account no. 100 4270 703000. 5 ayes 0 nays 19. Consideration of Mounds View Business Park Change Order No. 2 and Pay Estimate No. 2 21. Consideration of Computer Hardware for Pavement Management Motion Carried Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Eleven ,,,,Police Chief Ramacher presented the statistics for ;January through March, 1988, noting there had been no significant change. He added they had received delivery of the last of the three new sq uad cars earlier in the day and should have them all on the road soon. He explained when Edgewood reopens with sixth through eighth grade students, it will have some impact on the Police Department, but probably not as much as when it had older students there. Finance Director Brager reviewed the activities of the Finance Department for the first quarter. He explained the audit report would be late, due to a medical leave in that department. He added they have been very busy and are now working on the long —range financial planning and putting together a vehicle and equipment replacement list. Park and Rec Director Saarion reviewed the winter activity statistics and projects which were accomplished. Public Works Director Minetor reviewed the activities of the Building, Public Works, and Sewer and Water departments and their plans for the remainder of the year. Attorney Meyers had no report. 23. Report of Attorney Councilmember Har.kner reported she will be meeting with a group of interested people on May 25 regarding the proposed Environmental Quality Task Force, for a brainstorming session, and they hope to come up with a draft of how the task force is to be established and what the responsibilities would be. She added that any- one who is interested in it is welcome to attend. Councilmember Hankner reported she would be meeting with Staff and residents from the Silver View Pond area the morning of May 27, and anyone interested was welcome to attend. Councilmember Hankner states she was impressed with the organization of the Pinewood Playground group, and they should be congratulated for their success and leadership. 22. First Quarter 1988 Dept. Head Reports 24. Reports of Councilmembers: Counc Hankner Mounds View City Council Regular Meeting Page Twelve Councilmember Hankner suggested inviting the State representatives to come in and meet with the Council and provide an update on the tax bill. She stated it would be helpful to the Council, as they will be starting the budget process soon. It was the concensus of the Council to have Staff contact them and set up a time for them to come in. Councilmember Hankner reported on a news article that had appeared in the Star Tribune on May 23 regarding school district budgets and the process they follow, and she suggested inviting the Super- intendent to come in and make a presentation to the Council on their budgeting process. She added we do not seem to communicate well, and it could be helpful to the Council in the budgeting process.She suggested setting up a special night and inviting other local Councils to join in. Motion /Second: Hankner Linke to direct Staff to contact the school district and request a meeting, at their convenience, and make it a formal meeting of the Council, for broadcast, and have them present their budget. 5 ayes 0 nays Mayor Linke stated he would like a copy of the budget in advance. Councilmember Hankner stated the City should send their budget documents to the school district also. Councilmember Wuori stated she could not praise the Councilmember Pinewood group enough for the work they did. Wuori Councilmember Quick stated the Pinewood playground Councilmember construction was an unbelievable project and Quick experience. Councilmember Blanchard reported the 30th anniversary Councilmember buttons would be available from local merchants soon. Blanchard She also asked the status of the meeting on the Harstad proposal. Clerk /Administrator Pauley reported no one showed up for the meeting, so one did not occur. Mayor Linke reported he too felt the Pinewood playground experience was unbelievable. He also reminded everyone that recycling begins on June 21. May 23, 1988 Motion Carried Mayor Linke Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Thirteen County Commissioner McCarty updated the Council on the status of the library and the meeting he had just attended. He reported problems have been encountered regarding City participation in land acquisition, which need to be cleared up, specifically with the City of Shoreview. Motion /Second: Linke /Blanchard to request the Library Board of Trustees move ahead on the items already approved, to avoid an increase in cost due to a time delay. 5 ayes 0 nays Clerk /Administrator Pauley thanked and commended the Public Works department for the assistance they gave to the Pinewood Playground, and specifically Steve Dazenki and Mike Ulrich, who worked as volunteers on Saturday. Clerk /Administrator Pauley reviewed the memo of May 23 from the Building Inspector regarding the final inspection of 5201 Program Avenue. He added that in addition to the five items listed which must be completed for the certificate of occupancy, he would add that landscaping be completed for the building. Motion /Second: Quick /Hankner to approve the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for 5201 Program Avenue, Clinch -On- Corners, with the six conditions listed. 5 ayes 0 nays Clerk /Administrator Pauley reported they had had the first meeting with Ramsey County regarding the sanitary sewer repair to be done on Silver Lake Road and negotiations are progressing positively. Clerk /Administrator Pauley advised that with the purchase of the former Smith Transfer property by Churchill Trucking and installation of new tanks, they have dis- covered leakage had occurred, but it would have been prior to 1984, since the tanks have been empty since that time. He explained the cc,.c: ern is with the fuel oil tank, as that has been in use and is showing signs of leakage. He added it was going to be moved today, and he would keep the Council appraised of the situation. 25. Motion Carried Carried Report of Clerk/ Administrator Mounds View City Council May 23, 1988 Regular Meeting Page Fourteen Mayor Linke adjourned the meeting at 9:49 PM. 26. Adjournment tfully su. ted, D• al•• F. Paul Cler /Adminis