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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 2013/05/13PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Regular Meeting May 13, 2013 Mounds View City Hall 2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 7:01 P.M. 1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL: Flaherty, Gunn, Hull, Meehlhause, Mueller NOT PRESENT: None. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A. Monday, May 13, 2013, City Council Agenda. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Gunn. To Approve the Monday, May 13 , 2013, agenda as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 5. PUBLIC INPUT Brad Berg, Government Relations for US’Again, located in New Brighton, requested the City consider having several recycling bins placed throughout the City of Mounds View. He then discussed the benefits these bins could offer the community. Mayor Flaherty indicated the Council was notified of this request and suggested this item be placed on a future work session agenda. 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Oaths of Office Ceremony for New Police Officers Police Chief Kinney introduced the Council to newly hired Police Officers James Demko, Brian Smith, and Brian Schulte. He congratulated each of the candidates for their honor and courage and for their commitment to serving this community. Police Chief Kinney administered the Oath of Office to Police Officers James Demko, Brian Smith, and Brian Schulte. A round of applause was offered by all present. Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 2 Mayor Flaherty welcomed the new Police Officers to the City of Mounds View and thanked them for their commitment to the City. B. Proclamation Recognizing May 12 – May 18, 2013 as “National Police Week.” Mayor Flaherty read a proclamation in full declaring May 12-May 18, 2013 as National Police Week in the City of Mounds View. He thanked the Police Officers serving the City of Mounds View for their dedicated service. A round of applause was offered by all present. C. Proclamation Recognizing May 19 – May 25, 2013 as “National Public Works Week.” Mayor Flaherty read a proclamation in full declaring May 19-May 25, 2013 as National Public Works week in the City of Mounds View. He thanked the Public Works Department for their work behind the scenes and for keeping this community running. A round of applause was offered by all present. 7. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. 7:00 p.m. Public Hearing – On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Renewals: 1. Resolution 8093, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Moe’s, located at 2400 County Highway 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated Moe’s has not submitted their on-sale intoxicating liquor license application paperwork or fees. Staff noted the paperwork deadline was May 8, 2013. She has been in contact with representatives for Moe’s and was assured the paperwork would be submitted by next week. For that reason, Staff recommended the public hearing be continued to the May 28, 2013 City Council meeting. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:19 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Continue the Public Hearing on the On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Moe’s to the May 28, 2013 City Council Meeting. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 2. Resolution 8094, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for The Mermaid, located at 2200 County Highway 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated that The Mermaid has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees for their on-sale intoxicating liquor license. She noted property taxes and utilities were current for this property. She indicated the liquor license approval would be Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 3 contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check and fire inspection. She stated the on-sale intoxicating liquor license would be in effect from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8094, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for The Mermaid, located at 2200 County Highway 10 contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check and fire inspection. Council Member Mueller questioned why the fire marshal had not inspected the property prior to this evening’s meeting. Assistant City Administrator Crane commented the inspections would be completed prior to the liquor license expiration. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 3. Resolution 8095, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for El Loro, located at 2535 County Highway 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated that El Loro has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees for their on-sale intoxicating liquor license. She noted property taxes and utilities were current for this property. She indicated the liquor license approval would be contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check and fire inspection. She stated the on-sale intoxicating liquor license would be in effect from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:25 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8095, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for El Loro, located at 2535 County Highway 10 contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check and fire inspection. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. B. 7:05 p.m. Public Hearing – Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Renewals: 1. Resolution 8096, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for ABC Liquor, located at 2840 County Highway 10. Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 4 Assistant City Administrator Crane stated ABC Liquor has not submitted their off-sale intoxicating liquor license application paperwork or fees. Staff noted the paperwork deadline was May 8, 2013. She has attempted to contact representatives from ABC Liquor and has not been successful. For this reason, Staff recommended the public hearing be continued to the May 28, 2013 City Council meeting. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:27 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Hull. To Continue the Public Hearing on the Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for ABC Liquor to the May 28, 2013 City Council Meeting. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 2. Resolution 8097, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Big Top Liquor, located at 2577 County Highway 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated that Big Top Liquor has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees for their off-sale intoxicating liquor license. She noted property taxes and utilities were current for this property. She indicated the liquor license approval would be contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check and fire inspection. She stated the off-sale intoxicating liquor license would be in effect from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:28 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:28 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8097, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Big Top Liquor, located at 2577 County Highway 10 contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check and fire inspection. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 3. Resolution 8098, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Vino & Stogies, located at 2345 County Road H2. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated that Vino & Stogies has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees for their off-sale intoxicating liquor license. She noted property taxes were delinquent at this time. A payment plan was being worked out with Ramsey County. She indicated the liquor license approval would be contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check, fire inspection and that a payment plan submitted to the City for the outstanding property taxes no later than Friday, June 14, 2013. She stated the Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 5 off-sale intoxicating liquor license would be in effect from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:32 p.m. Robert Waste, Jr., Vino & Stogies, explained he has been in contact with Ramsey County and has arranged for a confession of judgment payment plan. This would allow him to pay off his outstanding property taxes over the next 10 years with interest. He would have to stay current in order for the payment plan to remain in place. He noted the May taxes would be added into the judgment. Mr. Waste stated business has been tough with the surrounding road construction. Mayor Flaherty thanked Mr. Waste for working with Ramsey County on a payment plan. Hearing no further public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:35 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8098, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Vino & Stogies, located at 2345 County Road H2 contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check, fire inspection and that a payment plan be submitted to the City for the outstanding property taxes no later than Friday, June 14, 2013. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. C. 7:10 p.m. Public Hearing, Resolution 8099, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor License for SuperAmerica, located at 2640 County Road I. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated that SuperAmerica has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees for their 3.2 malt liquor license. She noted property taxes and utilities were current for this property. She indicated the liquor license approval would be contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check and fire inspection. She stated the 3.2 malt liquor license would be in effect from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:36 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:36 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8099, a Resolution to Consider Approval of an Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor License for SuperAmerica, located at 2640 County Road I contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check, liquor compliance check and fire inspection. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 6 D. 7:15 p.m. Public Hearing, Resolution 8091, Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for Northwood Industries to have Outdoor Sales & Displays at 2701 County Road 10. Planning Associate Heller stated that Northwood Industries was requesting approval of a conditional use permit for outdoor sales and displays for the property located at 2701 County Road 10. She explained that Northwood Industries was based in Hayward, Wisconsin and manufactures and sells lawn furniture, gazebos, accessory buildings, and small cabins. Planning Associate Heller commented the applicant is looking to open a store in the Twin Cities metro area and was proposing to use an asphalt area on the southeast side of the parking lot for outdoor sales to display gazebos and sheds. It was noted the property is zoned B-3, Highway Business, and City Code allows for 30% of the building square footage to be used for outdoor sales as a conditional use in the B-3 District. Staff further reviewed the site with the Council. She explained the Planning Commission reviewed this item at their May 1st meeting and recommended approval of the conditional use permit with six conditions. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:45 p.m. Clare Martin, Northwood Industries, indicated he looked forward to opening a storefront in the Twin Cities metro areas this would greatly benefit his business and customers in the area. Council Member Mueller asked if there would be storage near the trash receptacle. He noted the original intent was to place the storage near the trash receptacle, but has been moved to the southeast side of the parking lot. Mayor Flaherty questioned if any delivery trucks would be stored onsite. Mr. Martin commented company vehicles would not be stored on the lot overnight, but would be onsite for deliveries. Mayor Flaherty inquired how the façade of the building would be improved. Mr. Martin indicated he planned to paint the outside of the building in the first year and after that time, awnings may be added. Hearing no further public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:50 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8091, Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for Northwood Industries to have Outdoor Sales & Displays at 2701 County Road 10. Council Member Mueller was thrilled to see this new company moving to the City of Mounds View and the benefits it would bring to the community. Council Member Meehlhause welcomed Northwood Industries to Mounds View. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 7 E. 7:20 p.m. Public Hearing, Resolution 8092, Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for North Metro Motors to Operate an Auto Repair Business at 2975 County Road 10. Planning Associate Heller commented that Jacob Marrs with North Metro Motors was requesting a conditional use permit to operate an auto repair business at 2975 County Road 10. It was noted the property was zoned B-3, Highway Business. She indicated the applicant has a purchase agreement for the property, and this would be a second location for the applicant’s auto repair business. Planning Associate Heller reviewed the plans for the site further noting the building was originally constructed for auto repair. She noted the privacy fence will remain in place to provide screening between the commercial use and residential properties. Staff commented the Planning Commission reviewed this item at their May 1st meeting and recommended the Council approve the conditional use permit with conditions. Planning Associate Heller read a note from Valerie Amundson, a resident of Mounds View, noting she was pleased to see new businesses coming to the County Highway 10 corridor. Ms. Amundson was concerned with the unnecessary restrictions placed on the new business, which would limit the number of cars that could be parked outdoors overnight as this could hinder the new business. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:58 p.m. Jacob Marrs, North Metro Motors, thanked the Council for considering his request this evening. Council Member Meehlhause asked for clarification on the hours of operation. Mr. Marrs noted he would be open Monday through Saturday and would be closed on Sundays. Council Member Mueller questioned if part fabrication would be done on site. Mr. Marrs stated bodywork would be completed in Ham Lake and general auto repair would be conducted in Mounds View. Council Member Mueller inquired if auto sales would take place on this site. Mr. Marrs explained that his auto sales would continue in Ham Lake. Council Member Mueller asked if the 10-car limit for overnight parking would be a constraint for the business. Mr. Marrs indicated he could make this work, but it may pose a problem at times for his business. Mayor Flaherty recommended Mr. Marrs be in contact with the City if the restriction was hindering his business. He stated the City was simply trying to guard against a used vehicles lot in the corridor. Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 8 Mayor Flaherty questioned when the business would be open. Mr. Marrs stated the closing date was June 28th and would be open for business shortly thereafter. Council Member Meehlhause inquired what a better number would be for overnight parking. Mr. Marrs requested 15 cars be allowed. Mayor Flaherty was in favor of starting with allowing 10 cars for overnight parking. He encouraged Mr. Marrs to be in contact with the City if this became an issue. Hearing no further public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 8:06 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8092, Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for North Metro Motors to Operate an Auto Repair Business at 2975 County Road 10. Council Member Mueller encouraged Mr. Marrs to take part in the Festival in the Park this August as a new business owner in the community. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. F. Resolution 8090, Reapproving the Coventry Senior Living Final Plat. Planning Associate Heller stated Coventry Senior Living was requesting the Council reapprove their Final Plat for another six months. She indicated Coventry continues to work on their financing and construction plans. Staff noted the properties would be purchased and combined in the near future. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8090, Reapproving the Coventry Senior Living Final Plat. Council Member Mueller looked forward to the groundbreaking for this development as it would be a great addition to the County Highway 10 corridor. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. G. Resolution 8100, Appointing a Planning Commissioner to Fill the Remaining Term of One Vacated Position. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated that Jean Miller resigned her position from the Planning Commission after 30+ years of service. She explained that the opening was advertised and Staff received three applications. The Planning Commission reviewed these applications at their May 1st meeting and recommended the Council appoint Keith Cramblit or Julianne Love. This position would expire December 31, 2014. Keith Cramblit addressed the Council noting he was a previous Planning Commissioner for 6 Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 9 years and hoped to continue his service to the community. Council Member Mueller supported Julianne Love for the vacant seat. Council Member Gunn agreed stating Ms. Love’s goals and visions were similar to that of the Council. She noted Ms. Love would bring new insights to the Commission. Council Member Hull was in favor of appointing Keith Cramblit as his experience would assist with revitalizing the corridor. Council Member Meehlhause commented he served on the Planning Commission for several years with Keith Cramblit. He explained that he also has gotten to know Julianne Love and was pleased she was interested in getting involved in the community. Mayor Flaherty thanked Mr. Cramblit for his prior service on the Planning Commission. He stated at this time he was in favor of appointing the vacant seat to Ms. Love as he wanted to involve a new member of the community to the Planning Commission. Council Member Meehlhause noted there was an opening on the Streets Committee if Mr. Cramblit was willing to serve in this capacity. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8100, Appointing Julianne Love to the Planning Commission to Fill the Remaining Term of One Vacated Position. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. H. Public Hearing, Resolution 8089, Adopting a Five-Year Financial Plan for 2014 through 2018. Finance Director Beer reviewed the five-year financial plan for years 2014 through 2018 in detail with the Council. He explained the public hearing this evening was required by City Charter. He noted a 3% inflator was written into the financials, along with a potential 4% levy increase. He stated the City was not committed to any items within the future financials as this was a fluid document. Finance Director Beer commented the water, sewer and street light rates would be increasing slightly next year. The major projects planned for 2014 were reviewed. He discussed the street improvements planned for the coming years. Staff noted the five-year financial plan was available on the City’s website for the public. He recommended the Council hold the public hearing and adopt the Resolution. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 8:30 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 8:30 p.m. Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 10 MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8089, Adopting a Five-Year Financial Plan for 2014 through 2018. Mayor Flaherty thanked Finance Director Beer for his presentation this evening. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. I. Resolution 8102, Approving the Purchase of a Used Utility Cart for the Public Works Department. Public Works Supervisor Peterson requested the Council consider the purchase of a used utility cart for the Public Works Department. He explained the utility cart would be used by the streets and parks employees. It was noted this was a budgeted expense for 2013 and would cost $7,500. Staff recommended the Council approve the purchase. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8102, Approving the Purchase of a Used Utility Cart for the Public Works Department not to exceed $8,000. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. J. Resolution 8103, Approving the Purchase of a 72-inch Deck Mower for the Public Works Department. Steve Dazenski, Parks Supervisor, requested the Council consider the purchase of a 72-inch deck mower for the Public Works Department. It was noted the current mower was unsafe for use as it could no longer idle properly. The expense to replace the transmission was between $2,000- 3,000. He indicated the 72-inch mower was a necessary piece of equipment as it was used to mow 150 acres of City parks, boulevards and on City-owned properties. He commented the mower was not set to be replaced until 2017. He stated funds from the A-B Tractor could be used for this purchase. Staff recommended the current mower be traded in at this time and that a new mower be purchased. Mayor Flaherty stated this mower posed a huge liability to the City given its current condition. He recommended the mower not be used this spring and supported the purchase of the new piece of equipment. Council Member Mueller asked if the new mower would have the same hydrostatic transmission. Steve stated this was the case. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8103, Approving the Purchase of a 72-inch Deck Mower for the Public Works Department. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 11 K. Resolution 8104, Approving Playground Equipment Replacement and Site Work at Silver View Park. Public Works Director DeBar stated that the playground equipment at Silver View Park was scheduled for replacement in 2013. He reviewed several options for the playground layout with the Council. Staff also recommended the playground equipment be relocated within the park. The new placement would allow for parents to better watch their children from the shelter and softball fields. He commented the playground site would need to be leveled off slightly. Public Works Director DeBar explained the vendor selected by Staff and the Parks Commission for the playground equipment was Minnesota Wisconsin Playground out of Golden Valley, Minnesota. He noted the proposed playground would include three units, one that would appeal to toddlers, one for children ages 5-12 and a swing set. He explained the whirl unit and space climber would remain in the park. He noted the new units would have to be ADA compliant. Public Works Director DeBar indicated the total cost for the three new units was $81,475. It was noted a three-foot wide concrete border would be added along with 12 inches of wood fiberfill. The total cost for the units, site grading and groundwork would be $105,151.47 plus a 5% contingency. He noted there would be an expense to refurbish the two existing pieces but should not exceed $10,000. Staff recommended the Council approve the playground equipment replacement at Silver View Park for a cost not to exceed $115,000. Council Member Mueller asked if the proposed color scheme would be green and beige. Public Works Director DeBar stated this was the case as the brown and green tended to fade less than reds and yellows. Mayor Flaherty questioned if the park had a flat spot big enough for the playground equipment. Public Works Director DeBar indicated that the sloped area would be leveled off to provide a safe location for the equipment. Mayor Flaherty noted Park Dedication Funds would be used for this expense. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8104, Approving Playground Equipment Replacement and Site Work at Silver View Park. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 8. CONSENT AGENDA Council Member Mueller asked to remove Item 8C. A. Set a Public Hearing for Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at 7:05 p.m. to Consider a Conditional Use Permit for an Oversize Garage at 8478 Long Lake Road. Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 12 B. Set a Public Hearing for Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at 7:05 p.m. for the Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 879, Amending Title 1100 of the Mounds View Zoning Code to Add Regulations for Cargo Containers. C. Resolution 8101, a Resolution Approving a Longevity Wage Adjustment for Kirsten Heineman. D. Resolution 8105, Approving a Revised Position Description and Reauthorizing Advertisement for Rehiring a Maintenance Worker (Drinking Water) in the Public Works Department. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the Consent Agenda as amended removing Item 8C. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. C. Resolution 8101, a Resolution Approving a Longevity Wage Adjustment for Kirsten Heineman. Council Member Mueller requested this Resolution be read aloud for the record. City Administrator Ericson read the Resolution in full. Council Member Mueller thanked Officer Heineman for her dedication to the community. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Adopt Resolution 8101, a Resolution Approving a Longevity Wage Adjustment for Kirsten Heineman. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 9. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS Finance Director Beer answered the Council's questions related to claims. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Approve the Just and Correct Claims as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES None. 11. REPORTS A. Reports of Mayor and Council. Council Member Mueller stated the Festival in the Park Committee would be meeting on Tuesday, May 14th at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. She encouraged those interested in willing to volunteer to be in attendance. Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 13 Council Member Mueller noted the Mounds View Community Theater would be putting on Les Miserables this summer. She encouraged the public to take part in this event. Council Member Mueller indicated Discover Aviation Days would take place on June 1st and 2nd at the Anoka-Blaine Airport. Council Member Mueller stated the Ramsey County League of Local Government would meet again on Thursday, May 30th at the St. Paul Schools Administrative building at 7:00 p.m. Council Member Mueller noted the Mounds View Business Council met last Wednesday morning and discussed the upcoming road construction season with MnDOT. Council Member Meehlhause thanked Finance Director Beer for his analysis of the impact on property taxes with TIF District No. 1 being decertified. Council Member Gunn explained Saturday, May 18th was Irondale High School’s First Colorful Splash Dash 5K Walk/Run to benefit the schools food shelf. She encouraged all to take part in this fun event. Mayor Flaherty noted he would be attending the North Metro Mayor’s Association meeting on May 15th at Bunker Hills. He then thanked Officers Demko, Smith and Schulte for joining the City’s Police Department. Council Member Mueller commended Mayor Flaherty for his nicely written letter to Jim Tolas. B. Reports of Staff. City Administrator Ericson announced Staff attended the TCAAP remediation meeting last week and a summary was provided to Council. He explained he attended an Airport Commission meeting recently and the control tower would be closed June 15th. He indicated he would keep the Council appraised on this situation. City Administrator Ericson then discussed upcoming agenda items in further detail. He noted a Five Cities meeting would be held next week. 1. Quarterly Report – Police Department. Police Chief Kinney reviewed his first quarter report for the Police Department with the Council. He commented arrests were down this quarter, which was a direct correlation with the reduced number of officers with the department. He anticipated this would increase after the newly hired officers were on their own. Police Chief Kinney commented theft remains the top crime in the City. He noted there was a large increase in the number of gun permits requested in the first quarter. The operations of the Mounds View City Council May 13, 2013 Regular Meeting Page 14 school resource officer were discussed in detail as the safety of schools has become a growing concern. The Towards Zero Deaths saturation events continue to have a great deal of traffic stops, which increases roadway safety. He explained the K-9 officer continues to greatly benefit the City’s Police Department. Police Chief Kinney noted the changes in personnel within the department. He wished Bob Nelson well in his retirement and welcomed the three new officers to the department. He explained Officer Darrell Meyer received a life saving award from the City of New Brighton for assisting in saving the life of a young women earlier this spring. Council Member Mueller asked how the City contributed to the new officers’ uniforms and equipment. Police Chief Kinney commented the uniforms and utility belt equipment were City issued. He indicated this includes their firearm and vest. He noted the vests were typically replaced every five years through grants and State funds. Mayor Flaherty thanked Police Chief Kinney for his report this evening and commended the department on their great work. C. Reports of City Attorney. City Attorney Riggs had nothing additional to report. 12. Next Council Work Session: Monday, June 3, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. Next Council Meeting: TUESDAY, May 28, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:42 p.m. Transcribed by: Heidi Guenther TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.