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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL
Monday, September 12, 2011
7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL: Flaherty, Stigney, Hull, Mueller, Gunn
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. PUBLIC INPUT:
Citizens may speak to issues not on tonight’s agenda. Before speaking, please give
your full name and address for the minutes. Also, please limit your comments to three
minutes.
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
A. Car Show Trophy Presentation – Carol Mueller
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
A. Public Hearing 7:05pm to Consider Resolution 7826, an On-Sale Intoxicating
Liquor License and Restaurant License for El Loro Mexican Restaurant located at
2535 County Highway 10 in Mounds View
B. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 861, Amending Titles 1000, 1100 and
1200 about Variances (ROLL CALL VOTE)
C. Resolution 7825, a Resolution Authorizing the Hire of Neil Hiatt, Public W orks
Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Worker
D. Resolution 7821, a Resolution in Support of a Proposed Vikings Stadium in Arden
Hills
E. Resolution 7822 Authorizing Certification of the Preliminary General Fund Budget
and Property Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2012
F. Resolution 7823 Establishing Public Hearing Dates for the Proposed General Fund
Budget and Property Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2012
G. Resolution 7824 Closing Funds, Reclassifying a Fund, and Committing General
Fund Balance for Future Levy Reduction and Stabilization
H. Resolution 7827 Approving the Terms of Sale of the General Obligation Equipment
Certificates of Indebtedness, Series 2011B to be Issued by the City of Blaine,
Minnesota
I. First Reading and Introduction of Ordinance 860, an Ordinance Revising Title 1200
of the Mounds View City Code relating to Subdivisions of Land
City Council Agenda
Monday, September 12, 2011
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8. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, September 26, 2011 at 7:05pm for the Second
Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 860, Amending Title 1200 of the Mounds View
City Code Relating to the Review and Recordation of Plats and Minor Subdivisions
and Plat Dedication Requirements and Amending Appendix E, Minimum Planning and
Development Fees.
B. Resolution 7828, Approving an Agreement with Ramsey County for Maintenance of
Traffic Control Signals and EVP System at the Intersection of Silver Lake Road and
County Road H.
9. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS
10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. July 25, 2011, City Council Minutes
B. August 8, 2011, City Council Minutes
C. August 22, 2011, Executive Session Minutes
11. REPORTS
A. Reports of Mayor and Council
B. Reports of Staff
C. Reports of City Attorney
12. Next Council Work Session: Monday, October 3, 2011, at 7pm
Next Council Meeting: Monday, September 26, 2011, at 7pm
13. ADJOURNMENT
Item No: 07A
Meeting Date: September 12, 2011
Type of Business: CB
Administrator Review: ____
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Desaree Crane, Assistant City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Public Hearing, Resolution 7826, an On-Sale Intoxicating
Liquor License and Restaurant License for El Loro Mexican
Restaurant located at 2535 County Highway 10
Background:
In accordance with Chapter 502 of the Mounds View City Code, a public hearing is required
for all liquor licenses. El Loro Mexican Restaurant will be located at 2535 County Highway 10
(where Totino’s Italian Kitchen was located).
El Loro is also requesting a Restaurant license. El Loro Mexican Restaurant is scheduled to
open in mid-October.
Discussion:
The notice of this public hearing was sent out to residences within a 350 feet radius, and the
Notice of Public Hearing was published in the City’s official newspaper. Property taxes on
this property are current.
El Loro submitted all required City liquor and restaurant license application materials and
fees. The following investigations and inspections have been conducted to determine
whether there is cause for the City to deny the applications:
Police Inquiry and Investigations
Staff has received a satisfactory background check from the Minnesota Department of
Criminal Apprehension.
City Billing
Finance Department has issued a satisfactory report for 2535 County Highway 10.
Fire Inspection (Mounds View Fire Marshal)
The City’s Fire Marshal has not inspected the property. These licenses will be contingent on
a satisfactory fire inspection.
Item 07A
September 12, 2011, City Council Meeting
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approving Resolution 7826, approving an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor and
Restaurant license for El Loro Mexican Restaurant located at 2535 County Highway 10 in
Mounds View contingent on a satisfactory fire inspection. The owner, Ruben Arellano, will
be present at this Public Hearing to answer any questions.
Respectfully Submitted,
___________________________
Desaree Crane
RESOLUTION 7826
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
A Resolution to Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor and Restaurant License for
El Loro Mexican Restaurant located at 2535 County Highway 10
WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 502 of the Mounds View City Code, a public
hearing is required for all liquor licenses; and
WHEREAS, El Loro Mexican Restaurant will be located at 2535 County Highway 10 in
Mounds View; and
WHEREAS, El Loro Mexican Restaurant is requesting an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor
and Restaurant License; and
WHEREAS, all City of Mounds View business licenses must be approved by the
City Council; and
WHEREAS, staff recommends approval of El Loro Mexican Restaurant’s On-Sale
Intoxicating Liquor and Restaurant License pending a satisfactory fire inspection.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City Council does
hereby approve an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor and Restaurant License for El Loro Mexican
Restaurant for the period of October 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012, pending a satisfactory fire
inspection from the Mounds View Fire Marshal.
Adopted this 12th day of September, 2011.
____________________________________
Joe Flaherty, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
James Ericson, City Administrator
(seal)
Item No: 7B
Meeting Date: September 12, 2011
Type of Business: Action
Administrator Review: ________
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Heidi Heller, Planning Associate
Item Title/Subject: Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 861, Code
Amendments to Update Variance Language (ROLL
CALL VOTE)
Introduction:
In May 2011, Governor Dayton signed the state code changes made by the Minnesota
Legislature about the wording used for variances. The Mounds View City Attorney has
recommended that the City amend the City Code and Zoning Code to be consistent with the
updated state language.
Discussion:
During the 2011 Legislative Session, a proposal to change state code language regarding
variances was proposed by the League of Minnesota Cities and supported by many cities in
Minnesota. These changes were proposed after a ruling about a variance case was made by
the Minnesota Supreme Court. A few years ago, the City of Minnetonka approved a variance
and an opposing neighbor sued the city. The lower courts all ruled in favor of the City, but
the neighbor was adamantly against the variance and appealed the case all the way to the
Minnesota State Supreme Court. The Supreme Court made a surprising ruling stating that
the City was in error and should not have approved the variance based on the literal
interpretation of the variance language. The Supreme Court specifically referred to the
meaning of the word “hardship.” The primary change to the variance language is removing
the word “hardship,” and replacing it with “practical difficulty.”
Staff requests that the City Council see attached Ordinance 861 to review the proposed
language change. The changes are indicated by deleting the stricken language and adding
the underlined text.
Recommendation:
Approve the second reading and adoption of Ordinance 861, an Ordinance amending Title
1100, Chapters 1102 and 1125 of the Mounds View Zoning Code, and amending Title 1000,
Chapter 1008 and Title 1200, Chapter 1205 of the Mounds View City Code about variances.
Staff also recommends the Council consent to the publication of a summary of the ordinance
as authorized by City Charter section 3.07.
Respectfully submitted,
Heidi Heller
Planning Associate
ORDINANCE 861
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 1100, CHAPTERS 1102 AND 1125 OF
THE MOUNDS VIEW ZONING CODE AND AMENDING TITLE 1000, CHAPTER 1008
AND TITLE 1200, CHAPTER 1205 OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY CODE
REGARDING VARIANCES
The City of Mounds View ordains:
SECTION 1. The Mounds View City Council hereby amends Title 1100, Chapter 1102,
Section 1102.02, subdivision 124 of the Mounds View Zoning Code about Variances
by deleting the stricken language and adding the underlined text as follows:
Title 1100, Chapter 1102, Section 1102.02, subdivision 124 of the Mounds View
Zoning Code:
Subd. 124. VARIANCE. The waiving by Board action of the literal provisions of the
Zoning Code in instances where their strict enforcement would cause undue hardship
practical difficulties because of physical unique circumstances unique related to the
individual property under consideration.
SECTION 2. The Mounds View City Council hereby amends Title 1100, Chapter 1125,
Section 1125.02, subdivisions 2 and 6 of the Mounds View Zoning Code about Variances
by deleting the stricken language and adding the underlined text as follows:
Title 1100, Chapter 1125, Section 1125.02, subdivisions 2 and 6 of the Mounds View
Zoning Code:
Subd. 2. Criteria for Granting Variances: A variance to the provisions of the Zoning Code
may be issued by the Board of Adjustment and Appeals, or in the case of an administrative
variance, by the Director of Community Development as explained in Section 1125.02,
subdivision 6, to provide relief to the landowner in those cases where the Code imposes
undue hardship or practical difficulties to the property owner in the use of the property
owner’s land. Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to, inadequate access to
direct sunlight for solar energy systems. No use variances may shall be issued granted
that would allow any use that is not allowed in the zoning district in which the subject
property is located. A variance may be granted only in the event that all of the following
circumstances exist:
Ordinance 861
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a. Exceptional or extraordinary circumstances apply to the properties which do not
apply generally to other properties in the same zone or vicinity and result from lot size
or shape, topography or other circumstances over which the owners of the property
since the effective date hereof have had no control The variance is in harmony with
the general purposes and intent of this Title.
b. The literal interpretation of the provisions of this Title would deprive the applicant of
rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same district under the terms of this
Title The variance is consistent with the comprehensive plan.
c. That the special conditions or circumstances do not result from the actions of the
applicant The applicant proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not
permitted by this Title or the City Code.
d. That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special
privilege that is denied by this Title to owners of other lands, structures or buildings in
the same district. Unique circumstances apply to the property which do not apply to
other properties in the same zone or vicinity and result from lot size or shape,
topography or other circumstances over which the owner of the property since the
enactment of this Title has had no control. The unique circumstances do not result
from the actions of the applicant.
e. That the variance requested is the minimum variance which would alleviate the
hardship. Economic conditions alone shall not be considered a hardship The variance
does not alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
f. The variance would not be materially detrimental to the purpose of this Title or to
other property in the same zone. The variance requested is the minimum variance
which would alleviate the practical difficulties. Economic conditions alone do not
constitute practical difficulties.
g. The proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to
adjacent property or substantially increase the congestion of the public streets or
increase the danger of fire or endanger the public safety or substantially diminish or
impair property values within the neighborhood. The Board of Adjustment and Appeals
may impose such restrictions and conditions upon the premises benefited by a
variance as may be necessary to comply with the standards established by this Title or
to reduce or minimize the effect of such variance upon other properties in the
neighborhood and to better carry out the intent of the variance. The condition must be
directly related to and must bear a rough proportionality to the impact created by the
variance.
Ordinance 861
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Subd. 6. Administrative Variance Process:
a. Types: Property owners seeking relief from the Zoning Code may request an
administrative variance, provided that the property is zoned R-1 or R-2 and either of
the following is applicable:
(1) The request concerns setbacks; the variance amount is within twenty-five
percent (25%) of code requirements; and approval of the variance does not result in
a setback of less than five feet (5’); and
(2) tThe request is related to a pre-existing, non-conforming driveway or curb cut.
b. Review Procedures: The Director of Community Development will review
administrative variance requests. In order to be approved, the variance request must
meet the hardship criteria as stated in Section 1125.02, Subdivision 2. If hardship is
evident all of the criteria are met and approval is granted, the adjacent property owners
must be notified by mail of the preliminary approval and allowed ten (10) days to
respond to the decision. Absent any opposition from adjacent property owners, the
Planning Commission shall review the administrative variance request at the following
regularly scheduled meeting.
c. Denial and Appeals: If the Director chooses to deny a request, or if either the
adjacent neighbors or the Planning Commission disagrees with administrative approval
of a variance request, the request is denied administratively and the applicant may
choose to request a formal variance from the Planning Commission.
d. Fees: Administrative variance fees are set according to the fee schedule adopted
by City Council resolution.
SECTION 3. The Mounds View City Council hereby amends Title 1000, Chapter 1008,
Section 1008.16, subdivision 1 of the Mounds View Zoning Code about Variances by
deleting the stricken language and adding the underlined text as follows:
Title 1000, Chapter 1008, Section 1008.16, subdivision 1 of the Mounds View City
Code:
Subd. 1. A variance to the provisions of Chapter 1008 may be considered by the Board of
Adjustment and Appeals to provide relief to the landowner in those cases where the Code
imposes undue hardship or practical difficulties to the property owner. Applications shall be
submitted and reviewed in the same manner as indicated in Chapter 1125 of the Mounds
View Zoning Code.
Ordinance 861
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SECTION 4. The Mounds View City Council hereby amends Title 1200, Chapter 1205,
Section 1205.02 of the Mounds View Zoning Code about Variances by deleting the stricken
language and adding the underlined text as follows:
Title 1200, Chapter 1205, Section 1205.02 of the Mounds City Code:
1205.02: VARIANCES: The Council may grant a variance of these subdivision
regulations in any particular case where the subdivider can show that, by reason of
exceptional topography or other physical conditions unique circumstances relating to a
specific lot, the strict compliance with these regulations could cause an exceptional and
undue imposes unusual hardship on the enjoyment of a substantial property right; provided,
such relief may be granted without detriment to the public welfare and without impairing the
intent and purpose of this Chapter. to the subdivider in the use of his or her land. Unusual
hardship includes, but is not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy
systems. A variance may be granted only if the Council finds that all of the following
circumstances exist:
Subd. 1. The variance is in harmony with the general purposes and intent of these
regulations.
Subd. 2. The variance is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Subd. 3. The subdivider proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not
permitted by these regulations or the City Zoning Ordinance.
Subd. 4. Unique circumstances apply to the property which do not apply generally to
other properties in the same zone or vicinity and result from lot size or shape,
topography or other circumstances over which the owner of the property since the
enactment of these regulations has had no control. That the unique circumstances do
not result from the actions of the applicant.
Subd. 5. The variance does not alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
Subd. 6. That the variance requested is the minimum variance which would alleviate
the unusual hardship. Economic conditions alone do not constitute unusual hardship.
Subd. 7. The Council may impose such conditions upon the premises benefited by the
variance, as may be necessary to comply with the standards established by this
section or to reduce or minimize the effect of such variance upon other properties in
the neighborhood, and to better carry out the intent of the variance. The condition
must be directly related to and must bear a rough proportionality to the impact created
by the variance.
Ordinance 861
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SECTION 5. In accordance with Section 3.07 of the City Charter, City staff shall have the
following summary printed in the official City newspaper in lieu of the complete ordinance:
On September 12, 2011, the City Council adopted Ordinance 861 that amends Chapters
1102 and 1125 of the Mounds View Municipal Zoning Code and amends Title 1000,
Chapter 1008 and Title 1200, Chapter 1205 of the Mounds View City Code about
Variances. The adopted amendments will make the City’s Zoning and City Code
consistent with the 2011 amendments to the Minnesota State Code. A printed copy of
the ordinance is available for inspection during regular business hours at Mounds View City
Hall and is available on line at the City’s web site located at www.ci.mounds-view.mn.us.
SECTION 6. This ordinance takes effect 30 days after its publication in the official City
newspaper.
PUBLIC HEARING, INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING by the Mounds View City
Council this 22nd day of August, 2011.
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION by the Mounds View City Council this 12th day of
September, 2011.
PUBLICATION DATE: September 22, 2011
_____________________________________
Joe Flaherty, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
James Ericson, City Administrator
(seal)
Item No: 07C
Meeting Date: September 12, 2011
Type of Business: CB
Administrator Review: ____
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Desaree Crane, Assistant City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Resolution 7825, Approving the Hire of Neil Hiatt to the
Position of Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Worker in the
Public Works Department
Background:
Nate Behlen, Public Works Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Worker, resigned effective July 13,
2011.
At the July, 11, 2011, City Council Meeting, the City Council authorized Staff to start the
process of advertising and filling the position.
Discussion:
Staff advertised the opening on the City’s website, the League of MN Cities website, and with
the StarTribune. Staff received over eighty (80) applications, and interviewed six (6)
candidates. The panel consisted of Public Works Supervisor Don Peterson and me.
Second interviews were also conducted by the Public Works Director. It was the consensus
of Staff to recommend Neil Hiatt to the position of Public Works Sewer Maintenance Worker.
Mr. Hiatt currently works for the City of Bemidji as a Utility Operator I in the Public Works
Department. Mr. Hiatt holds a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), and a Class C W ater
License and a Class D Wastewater License. Mr. Hiatt has also worked in the Public Works
Department for the cities of Welcome and Granada, Minnesota. In addition, Mr. Hiatt has
experience in snowplowing and street sweeping.
Mr. Hiatt, if hired, would be a member of the Public Works Collective Bargaining Unit. Mr.
Hiatt would be subject to the established job classification system with regard to the pay
scale. Based on the criteria set forth by the Public Works Collective Bargaining Unit Labor
Agreement, Mr. Hiatt would qualify for Level A pay scale, which is currently established at
$21.66 per hour. Progressing to Level B, then C in the future will be based on Mr. Hiatt’s
ability to meet the criteria established by the Labor Agreement. Also in accordance with the
Public Works Labor Agreement, Mr. Hiatt would be subject to a twelve-month probationary
period.
Mr. Hiatt would begin employment on or about Monday, October 3, 2011.
Reference checks and background checks are complete and satisfactory. Mr. Hiatt’s
appointment would be contingent on a satisfactory drug screening and fitness for duty
testing. Mr. Hiatt’s drug screening and fitness for duty test is scheduled for Friday,
September 9, 2011.
Item 07C
September 12, 2011, City Council Meeting
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution 7825, a resolution approving the
hire of Neil Hiatt to the position of Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Worker in the Public
Works Department, contingent on a satisfactory drug screening and fitness for duty test.
Respectfully submitted,
________________________
Desaree Crane
RESOLUTION NO. 7825
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
A Resolution Approving the Hire of Neil Hiatt
to the Position of Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Worker in the
Public Works Department
WHEREAS, upon direction from the Mounds View City Council, the Sanitary Sewer
Maintenance Worker position was advertised; and
WHEREAS, over eighty (80) applications were received for the position and six (6)
were chosen for interview; and,
WHEREAS, Mr. Neil Hiatt’s skills and experience were determined to most closely
match the duties and responsibilities as outlined in the job description; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hiatt’s criminal background, driver’s license and reference checks
are complete and satisfactory; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hiatt will be a member of the Public Works Collective Bargaining
Unit, and would be subject to the established job classification system with regard to the
pay scale as set forth in the Public Works Labor Agreement, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hiatt qualifies for Level A pay scale based on the criteria set forth
by the Public Works Collective Bargaining Labor Agreement, which is currently established
at $21.66 per hour; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hiatt would begin employment on or about Monday, October 3,
2011; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hiatt would be subject to a twelve month probationary period as
stated in the Public Works Labor Agreement; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hiatt’s employment with the City would be contingent on a
satisfactory drug screening and fitness for duty test.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City Council
appoints Neil Hiatt to the position of Public Works Sewer Maintenance Worker with
employment to commence on or about October 3, 2011.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the City Council does hereby approve the hire of
Neil Hiatt to the full-time position of Public Works Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Worker of
the Public Works Department at Level A of the pay scale (currently $21.66/hour) in
accordance with the Public Works Collective Bargaining Labor Agreement.
Resolution 7825
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Adopted this 12th day of September, 2011.
Joe Flaherty, Mayor
ATTEST:
James Ericson, City Administrator
(SEAL)
Item No: 7D
Meeting Date: Sept 12, 2011
Type of Business: Council Business
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: James Ericson, City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Consideration of Resolution 7821, a Resolution Supporting a
Proposed Vikings Football Stadium in Arden Hills
Introduction:
The City Council has been asked by Ramsey County Commissioner Tony Bennett to
formally weigh in on the matter concerning a proposed stadium development to be located
on the TCAAP property in Arden Hills.
Discussion:
The Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) property has been discussed for
redevelopment for decades, with many plans and visions considered over the years. The
City of Mounds View, given its proximity to the site, has always maintained its desire to be
part of the planning process, especially when said redevelopment will necessitate
substantial transportation and utility infrastructure work directly impacting the City. It is
presumed that the development of the property--whether it be mixed use, stadium,
corporate office campus, casino, racetrack or some other significant endeavor—would
promote a heightened awareness of this area, create jobs and drive economic
development activity, potentially creating peripheral development and redevelopment
opportunities in Mounds View.
However with a project of this magnitude being considered, there are concerns that need to
be addressed, and the City has communicated its concerns about potential traffic, noise,
impact to property values, crime statistics, infrastructure and environmental issues to the
Ramsey County Board of Commissioners in June of this year. The County provided the
attached response dated August 17, 2011. The City Council began discussing a proposed
resolution in support of the stadium on August 22, 2011, ultimately deciding to postpone
consideration until September 12, 2011 to allow for public input and greater transparency.
Recommendation:
Resolution 7821, a resolution supporting a stadium development on the TCAAP property in
Arden Hills, is attached for the City Council’s consideration. Should the resolution be
approved, it would be forwarded to the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners, the City
of Arden Hills, and any other interested party.
Respectfully submitted,
________________________
James Ericson
City Administrator
RESOLUTION 7821
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
VIKINGS STADIUM IN ARDEN HILLS
WHEREAS, the Mounds View City Council recognizes the social and economic value of
the Minnesota Vikings Football Team to the State of Minnesota; and,
WHEREAS, the Mounds View City Council acknowledges the importance of finding a
solution to the Vikings' stated interest in developing a new stadium; and,
WHEREAS, a proposal has been put forth by the Minnesota Vikings and the Ramsey
County Board of Commissioners to construct a new stadium in Arden Hills on the site of the
former Twin Cities Army Ammunitions Plant (TCAAP); and,
WHEREAS, private development and redevelopment of nearby properties, both on the
TCAAP site and across the northern suburbs, will generate new jobs and ongoing positive
economic impacts for the region; and,
WHEREAS, much needed transportation infrastructure improvements would be a part of
the project; and,
WHEREAS, the redevelopment of the TCAAP site has been an important priority for
northern metro communities for decades; and,
WHEREAS, as the local partner, the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners has
proposed the imposition of a 0.5% county-wide sales tax increase to help fund the development.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mounds View City Council supports the
construction of a new Vikings stadium in Arden Hills.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mounds View City Council
encourages the Governor, the Legislature and other interested parties to support this project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Mounds View City Council
strongly encourages the parties involved to explore and pursue financing options for stadium
construction that (1) limits the level of public subsidy and (2) promotes a fair, multi-jurisdictional
approach for this state-wide amenity.
Adopted this 12th day of September, 2011.
_____________________________
Joe Flaherty, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
James Ericson, City Administrator
(seal)
Item No: 7I
Meeting Date: Sept 12, 2011
Type of Business: Council Business
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: James Ericson, City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: First Reading and Introduction of Ordinance 860, an
Ordinance Revising Title 1200 of the Mounds View City
Code relating to Subdivisions of Land
Introduction:
The City Council directed staff to review the subdivision regulations and propose new
language to address repeated major subdivision reapprovals. Staff had suggested two
primary changes--extending the amount of time within which a plat would need to be
recorded from two months to six months, and, implementing a plat reapproval fee, both of
which the Council supported. Staff asked the City Attorney to review the subdivision
regulations and to propose any additional revisions that may be necessary. These
changes were reviewed by the City Council on September 6, 2011.
Discussion:
The first few changes proposed are needed to bring the Code current and to be consistent
with State law. The Code would be updated to provide plats and minor subdivisions
(certificates of survey) the same extended recording timeframe allowance of six months. In
both cases, a reference is added to a new “reapproval fee” as specified in Appendix E.
The Code is also proposed to be revised to include a requirement for the subdivider to
provide a title commitment or title opinion as part of the application. The Attorney
recommends substantial revision to the park dedication requirements to ensure
consistency with state law. Finally, the ordinance specifies the amount of the plat and
minor subdivision reapproval fee in the amounts of $100 and $50, respectively.
Recommendation:
The proposed revisions have been prepared by the City Attorney to address the City
Council’s desire to extend the timeframe by which plats and subdivisions are recorded, and
at the same time, to institute a plat and subdivision reapproval fee. In addition, the City
Attorney is proposing other changes to bring the subdivision regulations current and
consistent with state law. The public hearing, second reading and adoption of the
ordinance is scheduled for September 26, 2011.
Respectfully submitted,
________________________
James Ericson
City Administrator
Item No: 8B
Meeting Date: August 8, 2011
Type of Business: Consent Agenda
Administrator Review: ____
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Nick DeBar, Public Works Director
Item Title/Subject: Resolution 7828, Approving an Agreement with Ramsey County and
New Brighton for Maintenance of Traffic Control Signals and EVP
System at the Intersection of Silver Lake Road and County Road H
Background:
Discussion of a proposal to install a traffic control signal at the intersection of Silver Lake Road
and County Road H began many years ago to improve public safety and service. In March 2004,
the cities of Mounds View and New Brighton sent a joint letter to Ramsey County formally
requesting that a traffic study be performed at the intersection to justify replacing the four-way stop
with a traffic control signal. The County performed the traffic study and in October 2004, they
recommended that a traffic control signal be programmed for construction in 2006/2007 and
placed in the County’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
However, Ramsey County removed the project from the TIP and placed it in an “unfunded
projects” category. The City Council adopted Resolution 6604 on August 22, 2005 supporting a
traffic signal at this intersection and “strongly” encouraging Ramsey County to allocate funds for
the project. Sunnyside Elementary School students and parents also began a push to have the
project funded during 2007. The City Councils of Mounds View and New Brighton also continued
to push for the project, including a joint session in April 2007 and subsequent letters to the County.
Ramsey County finally did fund the project and programmed it for a June 2009 bid letting.
However, easements were needed on three corners from private property owners, two in Mounds
View and one in New Brighton. Each city needed to obtain and pay for their respective easements
and jointly hired Evergreen Land Services for $5,000 to negotiate and acquire the needed
easements. Evergreen struggled to obtain the New Brighton easement and a transfer of home
ownership of one in Mounds View both delayed the project bid letting and construction. The
project was finally constructed this past summer and the signals became operational in late-July
2011. All construction was paid by the County.
Discussion:
The last remaining formality for this project is the on-going operational and maintenance
responsibilities. Ramsey County has a standard maintenance agreement with municipalities for
traffic control signals and emergency vehicle pre-emption (EVP) systems. Since the signal system
is located in both cities, New Brighton is also part of the agreement and shares the municipal
responsibilities and costs equally with Mounds View.
In general, the County will bear most of the responsibility and costs for the operation and
maintenance of the traffic control signal, EVP system, and street lights. Mounds View and New
Brighton will be responsible for painting the traffic control signals, in which New Brighton will
perform and invoice Mounds View for 50% of the costs. The cities will also be responsible for
paying the actual costs of the EVP system maintenance performed by the County. Ramsey
County will invoice these costs to each city on an annual basis. A copy of the proposed
maintenance agreement is attached to this report.
The City is currently under similar agreements with Ramsey County for the County Road 10 traffic
signals, including jointly with Spring Lake Park for the signal at Pleasant View Drive. Monies have
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been budgeted for these costs under the street sign maintenance fund (account 100-4475-5130).
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the City Council consider adopting the attached resolution approving the
agreement between Ramsey County and the cities of New Brighton and Mounds View for the on-
going maintenance of the new traffic control signals and EVP system.
Respectfully submitted,
Nick DeBar - Public Works Director
Attachments:
Resolution 7828
Maintenance Agreement
RESOLUTION 7828
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH RAMSEY COUNTY AND NEW BRIGHTON
FOR MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNALS AND EVP SYSTEM AT THE
INTERSECTION OF SILVER LAKE ROAD AND COUNTY ROAD H
WHEREAS, in response to public safety and service, a traffic control signal and
emergency vehicle pre-emption (EVP) system installation was proposed at the
intersection of Silver Lake Road and County Road H; and
WHEREAS, the cities of Mounds View and New Brighton have jointly pursued
the signal installation since March 2004; and
WHEREAS, Ramsey County performed a traffic study that justified the traffic
control signal in October 2004 and placed the project in the Transportation Improvement
Program; and
WHEREAS, the cities of Mounds View and New Brighton acquired easements
from private property owners required for the project during 2009 and 2010; and
WHEREAS, Ramsey County prepared bidding documents and construction for
the project was completed during 2011; and
WHEREAS, an agreement was been prepared between Ramsey County and the
cities of Mound View and New Brighton for joint maintenance of the recently constructed
traffic control signals and EVP system.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Mounds View, Ramsey County, Minnesota as follows:
1. The attached agreement for maintenance of traffic control signals and EVP system
is hereby approved.
2. The Mayor and City Administrator are hereby authorized and directed, for and on
behalf of the City, to execute and enter into the said agreement.
Adopted this 12th day of September, 2011.
____________________________________
Joe Flaherty, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
James Ericson, City Administrator
(SEAL)
Correstions/Revisions made by Councilmembers Gunn and Muller, and City Administrator Ericson
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL 1
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW 2
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA 3
4
Regular Meeting 5
July 25, 2011 6
Mounds View City Hall 7
2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 8
7:02 P.M. 9
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1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 12
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2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 14
15
3. ROLL CALL: Flaherty, Stigney, Hull, Mueller, Gunn. 16
17
NOT PRESENT: None. 18
19
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 20
A. Monday, July 25, 2011, City Council Agenda. 21
22
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the Monday, July 25, 2011, agenda as 23
presented. 24
25
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 26
27
5. PUBLIC INPUT 28
29
Dan Mueller, 8343 Groveland Road, expressed concern with the smell of garbage being burned 30
in his neighborhood. He questioned if the City had addressed his past concerns with regard to 31
recreational fires and burning garbage. Mr. Mueller stated he hated to bother the Police 32
Department with his concern, but he has. He was told by the Police Department that no action 33
could be taken as they were dealing with a vulnerable adult. Mr. Mueller requested the City take 34
action and uphold City Code. 35
36
Mayor Flaherty stated City Staff has been dealing with this property and some abatement has 37
occurred. Mr. Mueller indicated the abatement was not so much his concern as the burning 38
garbage. He pleaded that the City take action. 39
40
Police Chief Kinney commented on the occurrence stating the recreational fire was quite large 41
and was extinguished by the responding officers. A warning was given to the homeowner but 42
explained the Police Department could give citations. However, on the first visit a citation was 43
not given. He recommended Mr. Mueller call the Police Department in the future with 44
complaints. 45
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Mayor Flaherty requested Staff review this property further to assure that it was properly abated 2
to be in compliance with City Code. City Administrator Ericson indicated he would review this 3
further with Jeremiah Anderson and report back to the Council and Mr. Mueller. 4
5
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 6
A. Conversation with Ramsey County Attorney John Choi 7
8
John Choi, Ramsey County Attorney, introduced himself to the Council and thanked them for 9
their time. He noted the purpose of the visit was to convey to the Council that he would continue 10
to strive to be a valuable partner to the City of Mounds View on public safety issues. Ramsey 11
County Attorney Choi commented he has appreciated working with Police Chief Kinney over the 12
past six months. He reviewed several initiatives surrounding domestic violence, repeat offenders 13
and children safety issues that would continue to be his focus over the next year. He was grateful 14
for the privilege and honor to serve this community. 15
16
Mayor Flaherty questioned how many of the City’s police squads were outfitted with cameras. 17
Police Chief Kinney stated six of the seven squads had cameras. 18
19
Mayor Flaherty asked if the squad cameras were assisting with evidence collection. Ramsey 20
County Attorney Choi stated the cameras were proving to be a valuable tool and a step in the 21
right direction. He indicated the actions of police were more easily explained as well. 22
23
Police Chief Kinney explained he has thoroughly enjoyed working with the new County Attorney 24
as he brought some new ideas and initiatives to the forefront regarding public safety. 25
26
Mayor Flaherty thanked Ramsey County Attorney Choi for his visit this evening. 27
28
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS 29
A. Resolution 7814, Re-approving the Coventry Senior Living Plat and 30
Development Agreement. 31
32
Planning Associate Heller stated that Coventry Senior Living was before the Council this 33
evening requesting re-approval of their development agreement and plat. She indicated on 34
March 28th Coventry Senior Living received approval from the City. However, the plat was not 35
filed and was in need of re-approval. The applicant was requesting an additional 120 days. 36
37
Peter Jesh, Coventry Senior Living, explained nothing on the plat had changed and construction 38
was proposed to begin this fall. The construction was estimated to take 12 months. 39
40
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7814, Re-41
approving the Coventry Senior Living Final Plat and Development Agreement. 42
43
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 44
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B. Resolution 7815, Approving Severance Payment to Nate Behlen, Public 1
Works Maintenance Sanitary Sewer Worker. 2
3
City Administrator Ericson stated the proposed Resolution would formalize the severance payout 4
to former public works maintenance worker Nate Behlen. Mr. Behlen’s last day of work was 5
July 13, 2011. The severance payout would be consistent with the personnel manual and contract 6
for public works. Sick leave would be paid into the employee’s retirement health savings plan 7
totaling $1,254, with vacation time being paid out totaling $714. 8
9
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7815, 10
Approving Severance Payment to Nate Behlen, Public Works Maintenance Sanitary Sewer 11
Worker. 12
13
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 14
15
C. Resolution 7805, Approving Revisions to Section 4 the City’s Personnel 16
Manual Pertaining to “Separations”. 17
18
City Administrator Ericson stated that this issue was discussed at the June 27th Council meeting. 19
A revised personnel manual was being brought to the Council by the City Attorney’s office. He 20
noted the attorney’s office had reviewed the League of Minnesota Cities manual with regard to 21
separations and the City’s policy was more comprehensive. City Administrator Ericson reviewed 22
the revisions to the personnel policy with the Council and recommended approval. 23
24
Council Member Mueller asked who determined the Order of Layoff. City Administrator 25
Ericson indicated this would be recommended by Staff but would be determined by the Council. 26
27
Mayor Flaherty thanked the City Attorney for reviewing the League of Minnesota Cities 28
personnel policy while making revisions to the City’s manual. City Attorney Riggs indicated the 29
City had a great personnel manual and the revisions brought it into conformance. 30
31
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7805, 32
Approving Revisions to Section 4 the City’s Personnel Manual Pertaining to “Separations”. 33
34
Council Member Stigney questioned the language regarding employees 65 and older. City 35
Attorney Riggs clarified the intent was to provide generic language and originated from the 36
League of Minnesota Cities manual. He stated this was Federal law and applied to when there is 37
a specific right for benefits to continue and when benefits do not continue. 38
39
Council Member Stigney recommended the language within the personnel manual tie back to 40
State Statute. City Attorney Riggs stated a reference to State Statute could be noted within the 41
personnel policy but this was not recommended as Statute numbers could change. 42
43
City Administrator Ericson explained that a clause was written into Section 410 stating the policy 44
was intended to be a summary and if it conflicts with State or Federal law, the law will supersede 45
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and be implemented by the City. 1
2
Ayes – 4 Nays – 1 (Stigney) Motion carried. 3
4
8. CONSENT AGENDA 5
6
Mayor Flaherty asked to remove Item A for discussion. 7
8
Council Member Mueller asked to remove Item B. 9
10
A. Resolution 7812, Authorization to Enter into a Grant Agreement with the 11
Minnesota Institute of Public Health as Part of the Alcohol Compliance 12
Check Program. 13
14
Mayor Flaherty questioned if this was the first time the grant program has been offered. Police 15
Chief Kinney indicated the grant program was offered yearly, but the City has not been awarded 16
the grant in four or five years. He stated the City has been applying for the grant each year; 17
however, there were not enough funds to meet the needs of each city applying. 18
19
MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7812, 20
Authorization to Enter into a Grant Agreement with the Minnesota Institute of Public Health as 21
Part of the Alcohol Compliance Check Program. 22
23
Ayes - -- 5 Nays - -- 0 Motion carried. 24
25
B. Resolution 7813, Renewal of Training Contract with Century College. 26
27
Council Member Mueller asked if the contract expense was included in the Police Department’s 28
budget. Police Chief Kinney noted the expense was in the Department’s budget on a yearly 29
basis. 30
31
Council Member Mueller questioned how the Chief determined who within the Department 32
should attend the training. Police Chief Kinney stated two officers could attend a course and he 33
would review and approve the members attending. 34
35
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7813, 36
Renewal of Training Contract with Century College. 37
38
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 39
40
9. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS 41
42
City Administrator Ericson answered the Council's questions related to claims. 43
44
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Mueller. To Approve the Just and Correct Claims as presented. 45
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Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 2
3
10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4
5
None. 6
7
11. REPORTS 8
A. Reports of Mayor and Council. 9
10
Council Member Mueller reported Wednesday through Saturday the Mounds View Community 11
Theater would be presenting Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat at the Irondale 12
High School Auditorium. She highly recommended the production. 13
14
Council Member Mueller encouraged all to take part in National Night Out on August 2nd. On 15
August 18th, a Concert in the Park was scheduled. This was a free event, open to the public. 16
17
Council Member Mueller stated Festival in the Park was scheduled for August 20th. She noted 18
the parade would be held at 10:00 a.m. this year and the route remains the same. She stated 19
Jonah and the Whales would provide entertainment for the event with fireworks provided by 20
MedTronic. 21
22
Mayor Flaherty reviewed an article in the St. Paul Pioneer Press regarding Emerald Ash Borer 23
being present in Shoreview. He indicated the City had a plan in place to mitigate concerns if the 24
diseases spread. 25
26
B. Reports of Staff. 27
28
1. Mounds View Police Department Quarterly Report 29
30
Police Chief Kinney reviewed his second quarter report with the Council. He highlighted several 31
areas in detail stating calls for service have increased in 2011 over 2010. In addition, traffic 32
citations issued had risen, along with medical calls. He noted the DARE Officer graduated over 33
500 Fifth Graders at Pinewood School. 34
35
Mayor Flaherty thanked the Department for completing the DARE program with the schools. He 36
felt this was an extremely valuable program and created a great relationship between these school 37
aged children and the Police Department. 38
39
Police Chief Kinney explained all tobacco and alcohol compliance checks in the past quarter 40
were completely successfully. He reviewed the Safe and Sober Program information with the 41
Council. The Department would like to encourage residents to wear their seatbelts. 42
43
Police Chief Kinney stated Officer Nitter was acknowledged by a local girl scout troop as a hero 44
as he provides security and safety to the children attending school. He stated Officer Andy Olson 45
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was hired on April 28th to fill a vacant position. The Department was pleased with his 1
progression through the field training program. 2
3
Police Chief Kinney stated four members of the Department took part in the Torch Run for 4
Special Olympics. He noted the Department held a bike helmet fitting and over 70 children 5
attended. 6
7
Council Member Mueller asked how many National Night Out parties were registered with the 8
City. Police Chief Kinney stated 26 parties were registered and several more may still register 9
with the Department. Mayor Flaherty thanked the Department for assisting and taking part in the 10
event. 11
12
Police Chief Kinney questioned if the Council was interesting in pursuing a canine program. If 13
there was an interest, he could present it to the Council further at a work session meeting. 14
15
Council Member Stigney felt this was an expensive program and should not be investigated 16
further. 17
18
Council Member Gunn stated the program could potentially be a cooperative effort between 19
departments as neighboring communities are lacking a canine unit as well. 20
21
Council Member Mueller indicated the City of Blaine does fundraising to assist with the canine 22
programs expense. She understood the value of canines to the Department and felt the Council 23
should consider the program. 24
25
Mayor Flaherty suggested the information be gathered and presented to the Council at the August 26
1st work session meeting. 27
28
2. Public Works Project Updates 29
30
Public Works Director DeBar presented an update on the status of projects taking place in the 31
City this summer. He stated Area D was slightly behind schedule due to the popularity of the 32
private utility program. He noted the first layer of asphalt was down west of Quincy on Bronson. 33
Area D2 has a limited use agreement that has been granted to allow for on-street parking on 34
Groberg and Jackson Drive. Further information would be brought back to the Council on 35
August 8th. 36
37
Public Works Director DeBar explained the water tower renovation continues but the humid 38
weather and rain has slowed the progress. The telecomm providers now needed to temporarily 39
relocate their towers onto wooden poles. He recommended the painting be completed in the 40
spring to avoid any further weather delays. This would also avoid any conflict with the Festival 41
in the Park. The Council was in favor of Staff’s recommendation. 42
43
Public Works Director DeBar reported Mounds View Estates, located in Area B, was looking to 44
formalize a limited use agreement for on-street parking. He stated MnDOT was being contacted 45
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to discuss the need for on-street parking in this area. The Council was in favor of proceeding 1
with the limited use agreement. 2
3
Public Works Director DeBar stated the Lambert Park bid opening was delayed to August 4th. 4
The Council could consider the estimated costs at the August 8th meeting. The Public Works 5
Department would demo the existing building to save on costs but this would not be completed 6
until a contract was signed. 7
8
Public Works Director DeBar noted the City Hall and well house reroofing would take place 9
early September. The generator for City Hall was ready for use after a concrete slab was poured 10
and fenced. This work should be completed in the next month. 11
12
Public Works Director DeBar explained the Community Center furniture was refurbished and the 13
carpets would be cleaned next week. He stated the HVAC unit was having trouble at this time 14
due to the high levels of humidity. The software program that controls the HVAC unit was out 15
of date and the City may have to look at updating. 16
17
Public Works Director DeBar stated the wellhead protection plan would continue and a 18
consultant would be presenting further information to the Council at a work session meeting. 19
20
Public Works Director DeBar indicated slip lining was complete. The Public Works Department 21
was reviewing strategic locations for additional storm water drains. He stated a spray crack 22
filling would be investigated for concrete roadways in the City since it would increase the life of 23
these roadways. 24
25
Public Works Director DeBar noted the Public Works Department received the GPS handheld 26
unit. This piece of equipment would greatly assist the City in completing its necessary mapping. 27
28
Public Works Director DeBar explained the County was interested in taking over the County 29
Road 10/County Road H improvement project. He stated the City had $675,000 in federal grant 30
funds available for these improvements. The funding could not be used for engineering and he 31
recommended the Council allow the County to take the lead on this project. 32
33
Council Member Stigney questioned if the Lambert Park building could be turned over the Fire 34
Department for a controlled burn learning experience. Public Works Director DeBar stated he 35
would speak with Fire Marshall, Kathi Osmonson about this further. 36
37
Council Member Mueller asked if the weeds at City Hall, in the fire ring, could be managed. 38
Public Works Director DeBar stated the park supervisor would be contacted to clean this area. 39
40
C. Reports of City Attorney. 41
42
City Attorney Riggs had nothing additional to report. 43
44
12. Next Council Work Session: Monday, August 1, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. 45
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Next Council Meeting: Monday, August 8, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. 1
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13. ADJOURNMENT 3
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The meeting was adjourned at 9:03 p.m. 5
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Transcribed by: 7
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Heidi Guenther 9
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 10
Cor restions/Revisions made by Councilmembers Gunn and Muller, City Administrator Ericson, Finance Director Beer, and Public Works Director DeBar
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL 1
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW 2
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA 3
4
Regular Meeting 5
August 8, 2011 6
Mounds View City Hall 7
2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 8
7:00 P.M. 9
10
11
1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 12
13
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 14
15
3. ROLL CALL: Flaherty, Stigney, Hull, Gunn. 16
17
NOT PRESENT: Mueller. 18
19
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 20
A. Monday, August 8, 2011, City Council Agenda. 21
22
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Hull. To Approve the Monday, August 8, 2011, agenda as 23
presented. 24
25
Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 26
27
5. PUBLIC INPUT 28
29
None. 30
31
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 32
A. Dialogue with Senator Pam Wolf 33
34
Senator Pam Wolf stated she has completed her first year as senator and updated the Council on 35
the past session. She explained LGA would remain at the 2010 level and that market value 36
credits were being changed to market value exclusions. Senator Wolf indicated she put together 37
a bill for the Mounds View sound wall, which was not approved and would be resubmitted in 38
2012. She explained variance language was discussed and recommendations were passed along 39
to municipalities. 40
41
Mayor Flaherty thanked the Senator for proposing a bill for the sound wall in Mounds View. He 42
indicated this would become necessary if the Vikings were to relocate on the TCAAP property. 43
He was pleased that the cities were again able to handle variance requests after review by the 44
State. 45
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1
Council Member Stigney questioned if any further information was available regarding the 2
Vikings Stadium. Senator Wolf stated a special session may be called and if this was the case 3
she would notify the City of Mounds View immediately. She indicated a Town Hall meeting 4
could be held as well to gain addition input to bring to the State regarding this issue. 5
6
Finance Director Beer asked if there were any changes made to pension reform. Senator Wolf 7
noted she would report back to the Council with these details. 8
9
Mayor Flaherty thanked Senator Wolf for her being present this evening. Senator Wolf 10
encouraged the Council to contact her with any further comments or concerns. 11
12
B. Conduit Debt Discussion, Ben Johnson, Kennedy & Graven 13
14
Ben Johnson, Kennedy & Graven, stated his firm was the City’s debt and finance attorney for the 15
City. He noted Presbyterian Homes in Arden Hills was redeveloping their site and was 16
requesting to finance it through conduit revenue bonds. Neighboring communities are being 17
asked to assist with the financing of this redevelopment as Presbyterian Homes draws a portion 18
of its residents from the City of Mounds View. The debt would be repaid by the non-profit 19
borrower and of no responsibility to the City. 20
21
Mayor Flaherty thanked Mr. Johnson for his letter to the City regarding the conduit bonds. He 22
indicated this letter provided a great deal of information to the Council regarding the tax exempt 23
bonds. 24
25
Mr. Johnson stated over the past 10 years senior care has shifted from nursing homes to 26
independent senior living/assisted living. Presbyterian Homes was proposing renovations to their 27
site to fit the changing needs of their clientele. He further explained how the draw down loans 28
would assist Presbyterian Homes with the construction and redevelopment of the property. Mr. 29
Johnson indicated if the Council was interested in proceeding, a public hearing would be called 30
for and a Resolution would be drafted. Approval would be subject to specific parameters. 31
32
Council Member Gunn asked if this was a one-time request for $10 million or if the request 33
would be made again next year. Mr. Johnson stated Presbyterian Homes was requesting $10 34
million this year from Mounds View and could again request $10 million next year, but this 35
request would be made to the City of Arden Hills. He explained that additional cities were being 36
approached for conduit financing. 37
38
Council Member Hull questioned if the other cities would all be competing at the 1% bond 39
payment level. Mr. Johnson stated this would be analyzed by Presbyterian Homes. He then 40
reviewed a tentative timeline with the Council. 41
42
Mayor Flaherty indicated the 1% issuance fee was fair and felt the City should proceed with the 43
conduit financing. The Council was in agreement. 44
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7. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1
A. Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 862, an Ordinance 2
Implementing a Franchise Fee on Xcel Energy Electric and Natural Gas 3
Operation within the City of Mounds View. 4
5
Finance Director Beer indicated the City must adopt an Ordinance authorizing the franchise fee 6
on a yearly basis. This was part of the long term agreement with Xcel Energy. He explained the 7
franchise percentage was 3.87% and no changes were being proposed. The annual revenues were 8
discussed in detail with the Council and he explained the franchise fees were split evenly 9
between the general fund and street improvement fund. The Second Reading and approval of 10
this Ordinance would be held on August 22nd. 11
12
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Hull. To Waive the First Reading and Introduce Ordinance 862, an 13
Ordinance Implementing a Franchise Fee on Xcel Energy Electric and Natural Gas Operation 14
within the City of Mounds View. 15
16
Council Member Stigney was surprised the rate was not being increased to 4%. He felt the 17
residents would benefit from this minimal increase and requested Staff consider this increase 18
with the Second Reading. 19
20
Mayor Flaherty was in favor of keeping the rate as is. 21
22
Council Member Gunn noted the residents were in favor of the franchise fee as it was a tax write 23
off. 24
25
Ayes – 3 Nays – 1 (Stigney) Motion carried. 26
27
B. Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 863, an Ordinance 28
Implementing a Franchise Fee on Center Point Energy Natural Gas 29
Operations within the City of Mounds View. 30
31
Finance Director Beer indicated the City must adopt an Ordinance authorizing the franchise fee 32
on a yearly basis. This was part of the long term agreement with Center Point Energy. He 33
explained the franchise percentage was 3.87% and no changes were being proposed. This would 34
allow the contract to remain consistent with Xcel’s franchise fee. The Second Reading and 35
approval of this Ordinance would be held on August 22nd. 36
37
MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Gunn. To Waive the First Reading and Introduce Ordinance 863, 38
an Ordinance Implementing a Franchise Fee on Center Point Energy Natural Gas Operations 39
within the City of Mounds View. 40
41
Council Member Stigney stated he would not support the franchise fee. 42
43
Ayes – 3 Nays – 1 (Stigney) Motion carried. 44
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C. Resolution 7816, Approving a Contract for Election Services with Ramsey 1
County. 2
3
City Administrator Ericson stated that the City has had discussions with Ramsey County to assist 4
with Election Services. He indicated management and oversight of an election was time-5
consuming and technical. Requirements are changing on a yearly basis, both at the State and 6
Federal level. Training is required for Staff and election judges. The contract with Ramsey 7
County would provide election services to assure there are no issues with precincts. The cost for 8
the first year of the contract would be $36,500 which is slightly less than what the City had 9
budgeted for 2012. However, the City would need an additional $5,000 to pay Staff. 10
11
City Administrator Ericson noted the contract could be renewed for four years and would reduce 12
the election expenses over time. He then reviewed the numerous benefits to the City and 13
recommended the Council proceed with the Election Services contract. 14
15
Council Member Stigney questioned if the four year contract could be changed by either party. 16
City Administrator Ericson indicated the contract could be amended by either party with the 17
other’s consent. Ideally, the County would like to have all contract City’s on the same four year 18
contract cycle. 19
20
Mayor Flaherty questioned why Year 1 of the contract was higher. City Administrator Ericson 21
stated that 2012 was a presidential election year, which incurred greater expenses than other 22
years. 23
24
City Administrator Ericson indicated the contract was reviewed by the City Attorney and the only 25
issue discussed was the City’s election equipment. If a contract were pursued, at this time and 26
ended in the future, all election equipment would have to be returned to the City of Mounds 27
View. 28
29
Council Member Gunn asked if election records would still be retained for 22 months. City 30
Administrator Ericson indicated the county would be responsible for retaining all records 31
inaccordance with the Minnesota Records Retention schedule. All requirements within the 32
retention schedule would be followed by the County. The records would no longer need to be 33
stored onsite. 34
35
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7816, 36
Approving a Contract for Election Services with Ramsey County. 37
38
Mayor Stigney inquired if the contract would come before the Council prior to the four year 39
renewal. City Administrator Ericson stated this was the case. 40
41
Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 42
43
D. Resolution 7817, Awarding a Construction Contract to Ebert Construction 44
Company and Authorizing TKDA to Perform Architectural Services for the 45
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2011 Lambert Park Shelter Project. 1
2
Public Works Director DeBar stated the Park Commission has been discussing Lambert Park 3
since October of 2009. In May of this year the Council hired TKDA to prepare architectural 4
plans for the project. The Park Commission met with TKDA to review the shelter design plans. 5
Several modifications were made to reduce maintenance and operation costs, while increasing 6
rental opportunities. 7
8
Public Works Director DeBar explained the Lambert Park Shelter project was over $100,000 and 9
had to go through the public bidding process. The bid alternates were discussed. He reviewed 10
the base bid requirements stating the City received seven bids and Ebert Construction Company 11
of Corcoran, Minnesota was the low bidder. 12
13
Staff recommended the Council award the construction contract to Ebert Construction Company 14
with bid alternates 1, 2 and 3 totaling $479,816. Work would be completed by December 19th. 15
TKDA would be available to assist with inspections and administrative services, and were 16
estimated to cost $15,600. Staff recommended a 5% contingency be added to the project to cover 17
a potential change order. 18
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Public Works Director DeBar noted the 2011 budget included $260,000 for the project from Park 20
Dedication Funds. The balance of the Park Dedication Fund was over $800,000 at this time. 21
The Council would need to address the funding options if the item were approved this evening. 22
He estimated $350,000 of the expenses would be due this year with the balance of the expenses 23
due in 2012. 24
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Finance Director Beer recommended the item be approved with the budget adjustment outlined 26
in Item 6 of the Resolution. 27
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Council Member Gunn questioned if the ballpark improvements were complete. Public Works 29
Director DeBar stated this was an additional project that would be completed this fall. 30
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Mayor Flaherty was in favor of amending the budget as recommended by Staff. He wanted to be 32
sure the ball field was completed this fall to make it ready for little league games next spring. 33
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Mayor Flaherty didn’t feel it was fair to compare Silver View Park to Lambert Park. He then 35
asked Staff why the pavilion expansion was necessary as described in Alternate 1. Public Works 36
Director DeBar stated based on the popularity of the Silver View Park Pavilion, the expansion 37
was recommended. It would provide another large picnic facility for family reunions or 38
graduation parties. John Kroeger, Park Commissioner, stated the intention was to build on the 39
popularity of Silver View Park Pavilion. 40
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Council Member Gunn noted Hillview Park was used but for smaller gatherings. She indicated 42
the location of Lambert Park would offer this side of town an option for family gatherings or 43
team picnics. She saw the building and pavilion as a revenue generator for the City. 44
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Mr. Kroeger stated the layout of the park would be reviewed in the future to provide additional 1
amenities in the future, while also updating the playground. 2
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Council Member Hull felt the pavilion was more useful with the overhang. He agreed with 4
Council Member Gunn stating that the building would become a revenue generator for the City. 5
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Council Member Stigney indicated he was undecided on Alternate 1. 7
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Mayor Flaherty questioned how the Council would like to proceed with Alternate 2. Public 9
Works Director DeBar stated the shingle upgrade had a lifetime warranty, while the standard 10
shingle had a 30 year warranty. 11
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Council Member Stigney felt the bid did not compare “apples-to-apples” for the shingles. He 13
questioned why the City would recommend a Certain Teed Shingle product as this company was 14
currently in a class action suit for product defects. Council Member Stigney recommended the 15
Council proceed with the 30 year shingle. 16
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Mayor Flaherty questioned if the City could use another shingle manufacturer. Public Works 18
Director DeBar stated this could be done; however, the Certain Teed product or email was 19
specified in the bid documents. 20
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Council Member Gunn was in favor of the premium shingle. 22
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Council Member Hull was in favor of the premium shingle but requested Staff seek another 24
shingle manufacturer. 25
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Mayor Flaherty asked if any of the other City parks had rubber flooring. Public Works Director 27
DeBar explained the warming houses had rubber flooring, but not this specific product. The 28
existing flooring proposed was difficult to maintain and did not hold up. He stated the 29
recommended flooring was higher quality and easier to maintain. Mayor Flaherty was in favor of 30
the rubber flooring upgrade if it addressed safety concerns. 31
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Council Member Stigney stated he agreed with the flooring upgrade. Council Member Hull and 33
Council Member Gunn also agreed. 34
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The Council was in favor of Option 1 for the Lambert Park Shelter Project without the electrical 36
enhancements. 37
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MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7817, Awarding 39
a Construction Contract to Ebert Construction Company and Authorizing TKDA to Perform 40
Architectural Services for the 2011 Lambert Park Shelter Project. 41
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Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 43
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E. Resolution 7818, Authorizing Bonestroo to Perform Topographic Surveying 45
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for the Design Phase of the Street and Utility Improvement Project – Area E. 1
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Public Works Director DeBar stated the City has a Street and Utility Improvement Program in 3
place. The City has completed three years of the nine year program thus far. The next area, Area 4
E was set to begin, with work completed in 2012. The first step in this process was to complete 5
the topographic surveying of the 4.0 miles of roadway within Area E. 6
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Public Works Director DeBar noted Bonestroo has been contacted to gain a fee estimate for the 8
entire design phase. The complexity of this project was being reviewed as the Area was more 9
dense than the previous Areas. He expected Staff would have additional design fee information 10
available at the August 22nd meeting. Staff recommended the Council authorize Bonestroo to 11
perform topographic surveying for the design phase of Area E. 12
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MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7818, 14
Authorizing Bonestroo to Perform Topographic Surveying for the Design Phase of the Street and 15
Utility Improvement Project – Area E. 16
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Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 18
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8. CONSENT AGENDA 20
A. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, August 22, 2011, at 7:05 p.m. for the 21
Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 861, Amending Titles 1000, 22
1100 and 1200 about Variances. 23
B. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, September 12, 2011, at 7:05 p.m. to 24
Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License and Restaurant License for 25
El Loro Mexican Restaurant located at 2535 County Highway 10. 26
C. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, August 22, 2011, at 7:10 p.m. for Second 27
Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 862, an Ordinance Implementing a 28
Franchise Fee on Xcel Energy Electric and Natural Gas Operations within 29
the City of Mounds View. 30
D. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, August 22, 2011, at 7:15 p.m. for Second 31
Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 863, an Ordinance Implementing a 32
Franchise Fee on Center Point Energy Natural Gas Operations within the 33
City of Mounds View. 34
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MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Hull. To Approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 36
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Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 38
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9. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS 40
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Finance Director Beer answered the Council's questions related to claims. 42
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MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Stigney. To Approve the Just and Correct Claims as presented. 44
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Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 1
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10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3
A. June 27, 2011, City Council Meeting Minutes. 4
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Council Member Stigney requested a correction on Page 5, Line 27, stating the shingles were set 6
for replacement and not the building at Hillview. 7
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Council Member Gunn requested a correction on Page 8, Line 40, noti ng the word ‘‘reasoning’’ 9
should be changed to ‘‘reason.’’ 10
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MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Hull. To Approve the June 27, 2011, City Council meeting 12
minutes as corrected. 13
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Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 15
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B. July 11, 2011, City Council Meeting Minutes. 17
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MOTION/SECOND: Hull/Gunn. To Approve the July 11, 2011, City Council meeting minutes 19
as presented. 20
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Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 22
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11. REPORTS 24
A. Reports of Mayor and Council. 25
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Mayor Flaherty indicated the City had 30 parties registered for National Night Out. He thanked 27
all for participating in the great event and for getting to know your neighbors. 28
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Mayor Flaherty stated Festival in the Park would be held on August 20th. The parade would 30
begin at 10:00 a.m. Entertainment would be provided at the event by Jonah and the Whales. He 31
encouraged all to attend. 32
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Council Member Gunn stated she rode with the Police Chief on National Night Out. She had a 34
great time meeting with the residents and to hear their concerns. 35
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B. Reports of Staff. 37
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1. Finance Quarterly Report 39
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Finance Director Beer reviewed the second quarter report with the Council. The summary 41
revenue and expense statements were discussed. He felt an economic recovery has not been seen 42
by the City which left revenues lagging slightly behind budgeted amounts. He stated revenues 43
would increase at the Community Center July through September with increased rentals for 44
weddings. 45
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Finance Director Beer indicated the City has seen significant savings through the street 2
improvement project. This will allow the City to finish the project one year earlier than 3
expected. He felt the favorable bidding environment should continue for the next year or two. 4
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Finance Director Beer explained interest income was down $80,000 over last year. He indicated 6
the rates are expected to decrease yet again which made it challenging for investments. 7
However, the City’s funds were extremely safe. 8
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Finance Director Beer noted the City’s annual audit was complete and the five year financial plan 10
was in the works. He stated the Finance Department was also working on the 2012 budget at this 11
time. 12
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Council Member Hull asked what significant costs were anticipated at the Community Center. 14
Finance Director Beer stated the HVAC units were aging and in need of replacement. He further 15
reviewed the operating expenses of the Community Center with the Council. 16
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Mayor Flaherty indicated TIF District 1 would expire in 2013 and these dollars would have to be 18
used in 12 months or it would be decertified and go back to the State. He encouraged Staff to 19
keep on top of this. 20
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City Administrator Ericson updated the Council that Rich Spiczka, program coordinator at the 22
YMCA, had submitted his resignation and his last day with the City would be Friday. He 23
encouraged the Council to wish him well. The HVAC unit at the community center was then 24
discussed. A proposal from the mechanical contractor at the community center would assist the 25
City in managing the humidity and temperature concerns. Staff would report back to the Council 26
at a future meeting with further information. 27
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City Administrator Ericson indicated the Subdivision Ordinance would be reviewed by Council 29
at a future meeting, along with the Tobacco Ordinance. The Sign Code Ordinance would be 30
processed and brought forward as well. 31
32
City Administrator Ericson explained Music in the Park was scheduled for August 18th at 6:30 33
p.m. at City Hall Park. He encouraged all to attend. 34
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City Administrator Ericson stated an Airport Meeting was scheduled for August 10th at 4:00 p.m. 36
at the City of Blaine. Noise abatement issues would be discussed along with long term planning 37
for the airport. 38
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City Administrator Ericson stated the North Suburban Communication Council would be holding 40
a meeting in September. He stated if a Councilmember was interested in attending he could 41
provide further information. 42
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C. Reports of City Attorney. 44
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City Attorney Riggs had nothing additional to report. 1
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12. Next Council Work Session: TUESDAY, September 6, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. 3
Next Council Meeting: Monday, August 22, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. 4
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13. ADJOURNMENT 6
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The meeting was adjourned at 9:21 p.m. 8
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Transcribed by: 10
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Heidi Guenther 12
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 13
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Executive Session
Date: August 22, 2011
Mounds View City Hall
2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112
Time: 6:00 p.m.
1. EXECUTIVE SESSION IS CALLED TO ORDER AT 6:02 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL:
Mayor Flaherty, Council Members Stigney, Hull, Mueller, and Gunn. City Administrator
Ericson, and Finance Director Beer
A motion was made by Council Member Mueller, seconded by Council Member Hull, to
recess into executive closed session to:
Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 13D.03, to consider strategies for labor
negotiations, including negotiation strategies or developments or discussion and review
of labor negotiations or developments or discussion and review of labor negotiations
proposals, conducted pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 179A.01 – 179A.025.
Vote: 5 – 0.
3. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 13D.03, to consider strategies for labor
negotiations, including negotiation strategies or developments or discussion and
review of labor negotiations or developments or discussion and review of labor
negotiations proposals, conducted pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 179A.01 –
179A.025.
City Staff and the City Council reviewed and discussed the negotiation strategies for the
Police Sergeant Union Contract for 2011. In addition, strategies were also discussed in
regard to all other bargaining units.
4. A motion was made by Council Member Mueller, seconded by Council Member Stigney,
to adjourn the Closed Executive Session.
Vote: 5 – 0
5. MEETING ADJOURNED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 6:55 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
Desaree M. Crane
Assistant City Administrator