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MEETING TO DISCUSS EVEREST'S DEVELOPMENT
PROPOSAL FOR COMPLETION OF BUSINESS PARK
Request by Ed Donatelle for Reduction in Liquor License Fee (Samantha Orduno)
2. Park and Recreation Commission Goals for 1994 (Mary Saarion)
Presentation by Environmental Quality Commission Chair Richard Oman
Regarding Preliminary Plan for a Mounds View Greenway (Carla Asleson)
4. Update Regarding Compost Site (Samantha Orduno)
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
PAGE TWO
APRIL 4, 1994
5. Discussion of Request for Parking Ban (Paul Harrington)
6. _Discussion -of Chapter-401,"Planning and -Zoning Commission" Update -(Paul
Harrington)
7. Discussion Regarding a Financial Policies Task Force (Don Brager)
8. Consideration of Spring Clean Up Day Rate Structure and Date (Carla Asleson)
9. Consideration of Carnival Permit for Magel Carnival Midways, Inc. (Paul
Harrington)
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
PAGE THREE
APRIL 4, 1994
10. Consideration of Special Assessment of Private Sewer Repair (Mike Ulrich)
11. Discussion Regarding Agenda Format Change (per Councilmember Quick)
12. Consideration of Joint Powers Agreement (Tim Ramacher)
13. Department Head Quarterly Reports (Ramacher, Brager, Ulrich, Harrington,
Orduno)
14. Discussion Regarding Strategic Planning Session Format (Samantha Orduno)
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
PAGE FOUR
APRIL 4, 1994
15. Discussion Regarding Position Reclassifications (Samantha Orduno)
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
Agenda Section:
94-1104WS
Report Number:
Report Date: 3-31-93
1.
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
Request by Ed Donatelle for Reduction in Liquor License Fee
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.)
1.).MMARY;
Ed Donatelle has requested an opportunity to appear before the Council at
the April 4th Work Session with a request for a reconsideration of his
liquor license fee. He would like the City to re-evaluate his fee structure
with the end result being a decrease in his fee.
Attached is Exhibit A which indicates the criteria currentlyused to
establish liquor license fees and the amounts paid by the three
establishments which have liquor licenses: Mermaid, Roberts Off Ten and
Donatelle's. All three have cabarets.
One of the issues which has been an on -going problem for Donatelle's is the
lack of safe parking for patrons of the establishment. The restaurant is
currently using MnDot right-of-way for parking which poses an on -going
safety problem both for patrons and vehicles traveling on H-2.
In addition to considering the liquor license structure, the Council may
want to discuss what can be done to alleviate the parking problem on the
site. There is vacant land surrounding the restaurant which has not been
available for sale. However, the City may consider such option as a public
taking to undertake creation of a safer intersection at Highway 10 and H2,
making possible a sidewalk on the east side of H2 and providing sufficient
parking for an established Mounds View business.
This issue was not discussed with Ed Donetelle, but is one that the Council
may want to discuss in conjunction with the City's overall economic
development progr.
et-z-vuo
Samantha Ord 0, City Admiriistrator
RECOMMENDATION
EXHIBIT A
Liquor licenses are figured in the following manner:
a. On -Sale without Cabaret - $5,000 plus $60/100 sq. ft.
or part thereof of public area in excess of 4,000 sq. ft.
not to exceed $10,000 per year.
b. On -Sale with Cabaret - $5,000 plus $85/100 sq. ft.
of public area in excess of 4,000 sq. ft. not to exceed
$10,000 per year.
Mermaid is presently paying $10,000 per year.
Robert's is presently paying $8,862.40.
Donatelle's is presently paying $6,983.90.
February 28, 1994
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mary Saarion
City of Mounds View
• MAXFIELD
RESEARCH
GROUP
INC.
FROM: Tom Melchior
Maxfield Research Group, Inc.
RE: Market Overview of Miniature Golf Courses - Northern Portion of the
Metropolitan Area
ITEM 2
Per your request, I have completed a review of the current supply of miniature golf
courses in the northern portion of the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area and assessed
the site of the proposed Mounds View miniature golf course, adjacent to City Hall.
This memorandum summarizes the research findings. Since this work was completed
during the winter (when outdoor courses are closed), we have incomplete data on
most of the courses.
Site Analysis
The site of the proposed miniature golf course is a parcel of land directly south of
Mounds View City Hall, at the northwest corner of US Highway 10 and Edgewood
Drive. Access to the site will be provided from Edgewood Drive with most users
accessing Edgewood Drive from Highway 10. Highway 10 intersects with several
major streets and freeways in close proximity to the site, including Interstate 35W
(one mile southeast), State Highway 96 (two miles to the southeast) and State High-
way 65. or Central Avenue (two miles to the northwest). Users from adjacent neigh-
borhoods in the northeast portion of Mounds View could access the site from Edge -
wood Drive, a neighborhood collector street, without having to travel via Highway 10.
The site is an excellent one for this type of development, with very high visibility and
good access. Average daily traffic counts on Highway 10 between Silver Lake Road
and County Road H were 41,000 vehicles per day in 1992, according to the Minne-
sota Department of Transportation. The location along this route will provide
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excellent exposure to both commuters and local traffic. The eventual completion of
the new Highway 610 will likely reduce this level slightly, however.
Surrounding land use is a mix of residential (mostly multifamily, but some single
family including homes along Edgewood Drive) commercial and industrial uses. Fast
food and family restaurants are located along Highway 10 and will be convenient to
users of the miniature golf course. Burger King, McDonald's, Kentucky Fried Chick-
en, Taco Bell and Arby's are -all-Ide-ated- within one mile of the site. Family restau-
rants in the area include Bridgeman's, Perkins and Donatelle's.
While the site is very well -suited to this type of development, there are several issues
which must be considered while planning for a miniature golf course. Access will be
improved with the installation of a traffic light on Highway 10 at Edgewood. Without
this light, many users will be frustrated attempting to access the site during busy peri-
ods and could ultimately consider competing miniature golf courses instead of the. pro-
posed Mounds View facility. In addition, you should include space for a parking
facility specifically for patrons of the miniature golf course. We recommend space for
20 cars with overflow parking available in the City Hall lot during busy periods
(weekends/evenings).
Existing Supply of Miniature Golf Courses
Table 1 presents basic market data on seven miniature golf facilities in the northern
portion of the metropolitan area. Although visiting each of these courses was beyond
the scope of this study, our interviews indicated that only Gasoline alley in Blaine has
a higher quality course. In addition, Spring Lake Amusement Center reported that
they had recently upgraded their course. We were unable to reach several of the
facilities due to the time of year the research was conducted. An asterisk by courses
listed in Table 1 indicates that the data is from research completed in 1991. We
were unable to obtain any information at all on two other courses: Cheap Thrills in
Ramsey and the Como Park course near the Como Park Zoo in St. Paul.
The table shows that there are nine 18-hole courses at the seven facilities. Research
for this assignment as well as for previous studies indicates that miniature golf courses
generally have other amusements associated with them. The exceptions are some of
the indoor courses at malls, i.e., Desert Links at Galtier Plaza (not presented here)
and Lava Links in Roseville, and some of the older courses, i.e., Putt -Putt in Minne-
apolis. The courses with other amusements generally fall into one of two categories:
those associated with other golf activities such as a driving range or those with other
entertainment attractions such as batting cages or bumper boats.
The top price for miniature golf in the north area is at Lava Links, an indoor course
at Crossroads Mall near Rosedale in Roseville. The prices at Lava Links are $4.50
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weekdays) and $3.50 for children 10 and under on weekends ($3.00 on weekdays).
The north area outdoor courses have lower fees with the highest being $3.50 for
adults (Maple Hills, Spring Lake Amusement Park) and $2.65 for children under 12
(Gasoline Alley, $2.50 at Lilli-Putt). All outdoor courses open in early April and
close for the season in October with weather determining the specific opening and
closing dates.
One miniature golf course was removed from the market in the past two years. Fair-
way Golf in St. Paul (located just south of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds on Como
Avenue) was removed and is now used for parking.
Planned Miniature Golf Courses
During the course of our research we discovered several potential miniature golf
courses planned in communities adjacent to Mounds View. The following paragraphs
briefly describe each one.
The City of Blaine is considering development of a multi -purpose golf center that
would include two miniature golf courses. Geared to beginners or "high -handicap"
golfers, the complex would include two nine -hole executive courses, a driving range
and other attractions such as batting cages and video games. The Blaine City Council
is very supportive of the plan, but it would not open until 1996, according to the city
manager. It will be located on leased airport property at 105th Avenue Northeast
and Radisson Road. Due to the proximity to the site of the proposed Mounds View
course, these facilities would be directly competitive with one another. A highly com-
petitive market could reduce business at both facilities with a number of factors (ac-
cess, other attractions, cost) affecting the relative success of each.
The City of New Brighton has tentative plans in the Park and Recreation Depart-
ment's five-year plan to build a facility just south of Highway 96 between Old High-
way 8 and 35W. There is no specific timetable for this project and there are no
provisions for funding in the capital budget, according to the New Brighton Park and
Recreation Director. He also noted that their plans are somewhat dependent on
whether the proposed Mounds View miniature golf course moves ahead. As with the
Blaine course, a facility at the Old Highway 8 location in New Brighton would be
directly competitive with the proposed Mounds View miniature golf course.
The Ramsey County Department of Parks and Recreation is considering a proposal by
a private developer to build a driving range on park land near Island Lake in Shore-
view. The proposal is tentative at this time and a miniature golf course is not part of
the initial plan, but could be added later.
Ecko Baken Snow Tubing and Waterslides will be opening a miniature golf course in
June 1994. Ecko Baken is located in New Scandia Township near Marine on St.
Ms. Mary Saarion February 28, 1994
City of Mounds View Page 5
Croix and as such, will not be direct competition to the proposed Mounds View Facil-
ity.
Summary of Findings
Based on overall trends in the amusement industry, it appears that miniature golf is
increasing in popularity but not as much as indicated three years ago. While interest
is growing among families with children (probably due to the increase in this house-
hold type in the suburbs since 1980), interviews indicated that interest is declining
among older teens and young adults. Many persons in this category are now going to
one of the many casinos near the metropolitan area. While we have no other pri-
mary research to verify this trend, it reflects news accounts of the loss of business
among bars and restaurants in other parts of Minnesota.
Despite this, we believe that additional miniature golf courses could be developed in
the north area. A review of industry literature shows that 100,000 persons are re-
quired to support two 18-hole courses (or 50,000 persons per course). Ramsey Coun-
ty (excluding St. Paul), Anoka County and the northern portion of Washington County
has an estimated 1992 population of 567,200 according to the Metropolitan Council.
Adding in roughly 100,000 persons from the northern portion of St. Paul results in a
total population of 667,200, translating to a total of 13 18-hole courses supportable in
the north area. Since there are 11 courses currently operating in this area (nine in
Table 1 and two where no information was available), there appears to be room for
two additional courses.
The Planned Miniature Golf Facilities section (above) indicates that five courses are
pending in the north area including the subject project in Mounds View but excluding
the possible one in Shoreview (since it is so tentative). If all planned courses move
ahead there will be a very competitive situation that could hurt facilities with fewer
attractions, poor visibility and/or access or other problems (i.e., parking, maintenance).
The proposed course adjacent to City Hall will have excellent visibility but access
could be difficult at certain times of the day unless a traffic light is installed. In
addition, you may want to consider other attractions to increase the drawing power of
the facility: video games, batting cages, etc. would provide other amusement alterna-
tives that would allow the facility to compete better with other multi -attraction facili-
ties.
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Phone: (612) 784-3055
Fax: (612) 784-3462
"Quite Simply the Best"
March 28, 1994
Dear Parks and Recreation Commissioners:
This is just a reminder that the Parks and Recreation Commission
is scheduled to meet with the City Council at the Work Session on
Monday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. to review your 1994 Goals and
recommend the resolution for naming the parks. I have enclosed
both the goals and the last draft of the resolution.
So, mark your calendars and we'll see you on the 4th of April.
This is a casual, round table meeting, so be comfortable.
Sincerely,
Mary Saarion, Director
Parks, Recreation & Forestry
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1994 GOALS
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
1. WORK ON REDEVELOPMENT OF ARDAN PARK
a. Advocate moving the compost pile out of Ardan
Park.
b. Research into the possibility of obtaining the two
properties to the south of Ardan Park..
c. Once —the compost pile -is -moved, meet with the
neighbors to gain input regarding park amenities.
d. Revise the Master Plan.
e. Develop a park development plan for Ardan Park
including budgeting, grant opportunities and other
funding for Ardan Park development.
2. IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK BUILDINGS
a. Develop a funding plan for the installation of
indoor restroom and new furnace for the park
buildings.
3. PURSUE THE POSSIBILITIES OF A PEDESTRIAN BRIDGEACROSS HWY
10 CONNECTING LONG LAKE ROAD
a. Recommend support for grant proposals for shared
funding of a pedestrian bridge.
b. Provide advocacy for the project.
4. DEVELOPMENT OF GOLF COURSE PARK
a. Plan a development of recreation uses for the
park, matching uses acceptable to wetland areas.
b. Devise a funding plan for the development of
amenities.
5. INSTALL A BRIDGE OR CULVERT OVER THE STORM WATER DITCH AT
SILVER VIEW PARK TRAIL.
a. Secure an engineering recommendation from SEH for
the most feasible choice.
b. Devise a funding plan.
c. Recommend action to the City Council
RESOLUTION #
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION STATING GUIDELINES FOR NAMING PARKS AND PARK
AMENITIES.
WHEREAS, the City of Mounds View parks and amenities
therein are presently named for their location with the
intention of easily locating and identifying each park
with their neighborhoods, and;
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Commission prefers to
keep the naming of parks and park amenities out of the
realm of politics with all the controversy and hard
feelings that may result, and;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council
of the City of Mounds View, with recommendatiop of the
Parks and Recreation Commission hereby adopts the
policy that parks and park amenities are to be named
for their location, identifying with the neighborhbod
in which it is located.
Adopted this 11 day of April, 1994.
ATTEST:
(SEAL)
Mayor
Clerk -Administrator
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4 , 1994
Agenda Section: 3 .
Report Number: 94-1105WS
Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description: Presentation by Environmental Quality Commission Chair Richard Oman Regarding
Preliminary Plan for a Mounds View Greenway
Administrator's Review/Recommendation.
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Ex lanation/Summa p ry (attach supplement sheets as nece4sary.)
SUMMARY;
Richard Oman, Chair of the Environmental Quality Commission, has
asked to be placed on the evening's agenda to briefly explain the
EQC's preliminary plan for a "Mounds View Greenway". A copy of
this plan is attached for your review.
Carla Asleson
Recycling Coordinator
RECOMMENDATION;
PRELIMINARY PLAN FOR THE MOUNDS
VIEW GREENWAY
WHAT IS A GREENWAY?
A greenway is an area characterized by woods, meadows, and water features that is
-designated-to be -preserved -from -future development. -Greenways are designed as beltsor
corridors of natural vegetation that offer protection to and habitat for wildlife.
WHAT WOULD ESTABLISHMENT OF A GREENWAY MEAN
TO THE CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW?
Establishment of a greenway would be a positive and lasting response to action statements
on "greenspace, openspace, and wetlands" proposed by the various FOCUS 2000 teams.
There are no immediate costs in establishment of a greenway. It is simply a process of
reclassified zoning with associated management policies. This greenway initiative would
integrate urban and regional efforts to conserve open space by linking various land -saving
strategies, including urban forestry, parkland acquisition, conservation easements, city
greenway planning and zoning.
Official designation as a wildlife corridor can be a mechanism for expanding the greenspace
in our neighborhoods. The preservation from development need not conflict with human
activities, but can enhance them. A greenway would be an enclave of nature preserved in
the city for the future, when it might be squeezed out of the surrounding metropolis. It
would be a resource for our children's education. The preservation of biodiversity would
assure that our children's children can still catch a frog or see a Great Blue Heron. It
preserves plant life that attracts birds and butterflies. This green strip would combat
pollution both in the air and in the water with oxygen -giving trees and filtering swamps.
If neighboring suburbs follow our lead, it will allow the quality of outdoor life we have
come to expect in Minnesota to continue.
PRELIMINARY WORK PLAN
Spring and Summer:
1) Promote the "Landscaping for Wildlife" concept throughout the City.
2) Improve existing map of maximum potential greenway for public
presentation.
3) Submit an article on the EQC's greenway mission for publication in Mounds
View Matters.
4) Recommend that the City -Council -take the greenway into consideration- when -
making zoning changes, and that it designate certain city -owned land as
greenway.
5) Prioritize portions of the potential greenway for immediate designation
efforts (see first draft below).
6) Solicit volunteers for a citizen action team trained to collect community -based
information that would enhance the City's capacity to establish and manage
the greenway.
7) Set up a regional meeting for coordination with adjacent cities.
8) Begin grant -application process for national environmental organization funds
for land acquisition and/or appropriate plantings within crucial portions of
the greenway.
Fall and Beyond:
1) Make the greenway a reality with voluntary registration of portions of
backyards or business property as "greenway".
2) Provide public education on the "Landscaping for Wildlife" concepts and
greenway maintenance and benefits.
3) Develop incentives for greenway registration.
4) Acquire and utilize grant money for greenway development.
5) Inventory bird and butterfly species within established corridor.
6) Consider walking (or biking) trail extensions into city -owned portions of
greenway.
7) Seek heavy involvement in Highway 10 redevelopment, to include landscaping
for wildlife and possible tunnel passage at junctions with other wildlife
corridors.
8) Provide progress reports to the Council and the public.
PRIORITY PORTIONS OF GREENWAY:
This first draft of greenway priorities is based on first saving existing undeveloped, treed, and watered land
within the maximum corridor. A secondary priority is placed on currently less -suited land which links first -
priority parcels.
First Priority Parcels
GOLF COURSE TO HARSTAD DEVELOPMENT ON HILLVIEW ROAD
The new golf course, now in the construction bid stage, lies in the northwest quadrant of the Interstate 35W
and Highway 118 intersection and in the major wildlife corridor entering Mounds View from the north.
There is an unobstructed bird flyway connecting us through the Lino Lakes area and Carols Avery Wildlife
-Refuge to the north woods. —The prospect of flying through a driving range could limit the backyard visits
of your favorite birds, so placement of the driving range is crucial. The heart of the existing corridor on that
property follows Judicial Ditch No. 1 and its cleanup should include landscaping for wildlife with possible
improvement where it passes under 35W. From there the corridor continues south into the Greenfield Park
area, accessible with fine hiking trails. This corridor parcel ends at the swamp south of Hillview Road where
the Harstad housing development is under construction. Builder and resident cooperation will be needed
to assure that construction sediment and lawn fertilizer do not destroy the swamp's ecosystem, especially at
the crucial creek connection to Greenfield Park.
GOLF COURSE TO LONG LAKE ROAD VIA RICE CREEK
This corridor encompasses some of the best wildlife habitat in the area, but is not entirely within Mounds
View city limits. From the planned golf course, the corridor proceeds east (out of the city) to Rice Creek
and then south. Key to preservation efforts is the Twin Cities Army Anununition Plane, a 2,000 acre military
reserve currently framing its future with public meetings (March 17, April 21). Federal agencies will get first
crack at land which is excessed, before County and City governments can make offers. Perhaps the U.S.
Geological Survey (with local offices in Mounds View) can be approached about claiming the bulk of the
western half of the arsenal in order to retain their warehouse privileges and designate the rest as greenway.
Rice Creek reenters Mounds View from the east at the junction of County Road H and Highway 10, then
the corridor proceeds south again towards Long Lake Road through a still -undeveloped industrially zoned
section.
Second Priority Parcels
LAMBERT PARK TO EDGEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL
This corridor starts at a swamp just north of Lambert Park and west of Quincy Street (only a block from the
Harstad section of the 1st -priority corridor). It proceeds through a residential area surrounding Lambert Park
to an area zoned for business between the Saturn dealership and Multi -Tech where geese and egrets are often
seen. It continues southwest across Highway 10 (a current corridor blockade) to a small wooded preserve
east of Edgewood Middle School. South of County Road H, it links to the area of Rice Creek described for
the Long Lake Road 1st -priority corridor.
KNOLLWOOD DRIVE TO SPRING LAKE
This corridor starts in the southwest corner of Mounds View in the Knollwood Drive area (south of County
Road H, it connects to an undeveloped railway grade and Rice Creek). From there it proceeds north through
the back yards of larger residential lots to Spring Lake and thence out of town northwest through Spring Lake
Park towards Laddie Lake.
• REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
:rzq AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
4.
Agenda Section:
Report Number: 94-1115WS
Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description: Update Regarding Compost Site
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.)
SUMMARY;
I received the attached letter from Zack Hanson Thursday afternoon. He
reviews the data received from the postcard survey which was placed in the
last City newsletter and also addresses the relocation of the compost site
to the two alternative sites suggested by the City. At the end of the
letter, he has noted three options he feels that the City has in regards
to the compost site.
Staff is presenting this information for Council review and is seeking
Council direction as to the next course of action.
Samantha Or d inistrator
RECOMMENDATION;
RC SOLID WASTE 612 633 0571 P.02
RAMSEY COUNTY
Department of Public Health
Division of Solid Waste
Zack Hansen, Manager
1910 West County Road B, #206
Roseville, MN 55113
March 31, 1994
Ms. Samantha Orduno
City of Mounds View
2401 Highway 10
Mounds View, MN 55112
Dear Samantha:
Tel: 612-292.7900
Fax: 612-633-0571
I am writing with regard to the yard waste site located in Ardan'Park
in the City of Mounds View. You have requested a status report on the
Division's research into the closing or relocation of the yard waste
site. I am sorry that no one from the Division of Solid Waste is able
to attend your City Council Working Session on April 4, but we are
previously committed to attend a Maplewood Planning Commission meeting
on that same night.
Survey Data
The City and County distributed a postcard survey to residents of
Mounds View through the City newsletter last month. The Division
received 282 responses, and the results are summarized in an
attachmentto this letter. From the survey it can be concluded that
the respondents were primarily users of the site. Should the site be
closed they would most likely use other County sites. The overwhelming
majority (89.4%) stated that the site should remain where it is. There
was no objection to being asked for identification. Finally, if the
site were moved to an area near the new golf course, most respondents
would use it with the same frequency as the current site.
Site Use Data
The Mounds View site is the least busy site of the eight managed by
Ramsey County. The number of site visits at Mounds View and all eight
sites for the past three years is shown below.
Year Mounds View All Sites % of All Sites
1991 18,143 297,123 6.0%
1992 23,452 320,489 7.3%
1993 24,369 377,728 6.5%
In 1993 the seasonal site use was as follows: Spring: 7,634 visits,
summer: 6,440 visits, fall: 10,295 visits. Based on survey data we are
able to calculate the number of households served by the site (this
takes into account multiple visits by•the same household). The number
of households served by the site in the spring of 1993 was 3,172,
summer was 2,298, and fall was 2,198. According to the 1990 Census,
Mounds View had 3,112 households (single family through fourplex).
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Surveys conducted over the past couple of years show that the Mounds
View site is used by County and non -County residents. In the summer of
1991, 17.5% of the users were from Anoka or Hennepin County. In the
summer of 1993 a brief survey showed that 36% of the users were from
outside of Ramsey County. In the fall of 1993 that number was 12.3%.
The percentage of non -County users of this site was the highest of the
eight sites. Most users of the site from Ramsey County live in Mounds
View (70 - 80%), although the surveys show that some are from
Shoreview and New Brighton (5 - 8%).
Alternative Sites- --
You have asked that we examine a site near the City's proposed golf
course as an alternative to the Ardan Park site. Our review of this
site led us to conclude that this would not be an acceptable site. The
principal reasons for this are:
- The site is located on a busy road (County Road J) which does not
have turn lanes or entrances/exits in place.
- The topography of the site would create drainage problems.
- The soils at the site drain poorly and have a low depth to the
water table, so there is potential for seasonal flooding.
- The soils are not adequate for support of equipment and heavy
vehicle use.
• The site is surrounded by wetlands, and mitigating the effects of
site development by creating proper perimeter slopes may decrease
the area of the site.
- The entire site is wooded, and clearing of the trees and stumps
would be expensive.
• There are homes within 300 feet which would not be screened from
the site. 300 feet is a guideline, and the current site has homes
within 300 feet. A newly developed site should be selected,
however, to prevent neighborhood problems.
The Division has conferred with staff from the City of New Brighton,
and was unable to find any sites within that City that could serve as
a compost site.
The Mounds view Parks Director has also suggested that the County
evaluate a site in the City of Shoreview on County Road I near the
MNDOT Training Center. This site has the physical capability to be a
good yard waste site. It is, however, in the Rice Creek North Regional
Trail Corridor. Development plans for this Regional Open Space are
being prepared and funding is available for development. The proposed
MAR-31-1994 14:57
RC SOLID WASTE 612 633 0571 P.04
Ms. Samantha Orduno
March 31, 1994
Page Three
site is slated for development as a trailhead and Rice Creek access
point. The acquisition funding source for this property restricts the
use of the property, and composting would not be allowed. This site,
therefore, is unavailable for use as a yard waste site.
No other sites have been identified for analysis by City or County
staff at this time.
Options
There are at least three -options-for -consideration -by -the City -at -this -
time.
1. Do nothing - The City could decide to leave the site in Ardan Park,
and the County would continue to manage the site.
2. Close the site - Since 1983 the City and County have cooperated on
this site, with the City providing it and the County operating it.
Should the City desire, it can decide to use Ardan Park for another
use and close the site. In this case the County would remove the
yard waste on -site, as well as the fence and signs, portable
toilet, storage shed and dumpster. The County would work with the
City to inform site users about yard waste management alternatives.
3. Relocate the site - The City could propose an alternate site,
which the City and County could develop. The City has so far
proposed one site in Mounds View (near the proposed golf course),
which has been found unacceptable by the County. The other site
proposed by City staff is in Shoreview on Regional Open Space land.
This site cannot be used composting. In making a decision to
relocate the site the County will take into account the cost to
relocate and operate the site and the location of the site with
respect to site users.
Please call me at 292-7904 if you have any questions about this
report. Thank you.
Sincerely,
ack Hansen
Division Manager
cc:
Dick Wedell, Commissioner, District 1
Rob Fulton, Director of Public Health
Greg Mack, Director of Parks and Recreation
Fawzi Awad, Environmental Health Specialist
Norm Schiferl, Program Analyst
MAR-31-1994 14:58
RC SOLID WASTE 612 633 0571 P.05
SUMMARY OF YARD WASTE SITE SURVEY RESULTS
The survey results are summarized below. In some cases the percentages
do not add up to 100%; that is due to non -responders.
1. I use the yard waste site in Ardan Park...
No. % of Respondents
Spring 245 86.9
Summer 172 61.2
Fall 259 91.8
Do Not Use 14 5.0
2. If the yard waste site were closed, I would:
No. %
Go to the County sites in Arden Hills or Shoreview 111 39.4
Start composting in my backyard 56 19.9
Pay my trash hauler to take it away 61 21.6
Other 90 31.9
(Respondents could check more than one response)
Comments received under the category of "other" as as follows;
Number Description
33 I don't know
1 chop up leaves
4 dump at City Hall
2 drop off at County office
1 have pick up service
1 have haulers pick up for free
3 do without
3 deposit in wooded area'
1 develop site on U of M
1 burn leaves and sticks
1 be angry, have HHW site but not compost site
4 complain: few ruin it for the many
1 leave it at business dumpsters
1 buy fertilizer
1 mulch mowers
1 begin mulching
2 put them in the bottom of the trash containers
4 already compost in my yard
1 depends on length of commute
1 it would be a hardship for me
1 rake it into the street
1 deposit along the roadway
1 let it blow around the City
1 haul to compost site on other property
1 take it to the closest place
MAR-31-1994 14:58
RC SOLID WASTE 612 633 0571 P.06
3. The yard waste site in Ardan Park should...
No.
Be closed 2.1
Be moved 13 4.6
Stay where it is 252 89.4
Comments were written in for this question, too:
No. Description
2 move the site closer to Arden Hills or
Shoreview
1 lower property value due to traffic and smell
1 lawn care -services-are -dumping large- ---
quantities, and should be charged a fee
1 is bagless, curbside pick-up possible?
1 stop the project, monetary concerns
1 don't want it too close
1 it would be difficult to dispose of yard waste
4. One way to limit traffic and yard waste volumes is to limit use to
County residents. If Ramsey County started asking for
identification (driver's license) at the site to limit use to
County residents, I would:
No.
Object --37T
Not object 261 92.6
Comments on this question were as follows:
No. Description
2 object to non -County people using the site
4 use non -paid volunteer; operating cost concern
1 do not put obstacles in way of reducing waste stream
1 does not make sense
5. If the site were relocated to an area near the new golf course, I
would use it:
No.
More � . 1
Less 42 14.9
The same 203 72.0
Not at all 20 7.1
TOTAL P.06
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 5
STAFF REPORT Report Number: 94-1106WS
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994 Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
Discussion of Request for Parking Ban
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplemen ee s necessary.)
SUMMARY
Staff recently received a call from the resident at 7504 Greenfield Avenue
regarding the possibility of imposing further on -street parking
restrictions on the streets surrounding his property.
The request is the result of the resident seeing an increase in loud and
obnoxious behavior, littering, parking on lawns and public urination by (he
says) the patrons of the Bel Rae Ballroom. Staff had the Mounds View
Police Department run a list of the calls received within the past year on
the Bel Rae and found that the large majority involved health emergencies,
abandoned vehicles and lockouts. A copy of the report is attached for your
review.
If the Council wishes to pursue the possibility of imposing further parking
restrictions (above and beyond the City-wide 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. ban currently
in place) in the neighborhood of the Bel Rae, Staff would recommend that
the resident who made the request be asked to gather a petition of property
owners within the vicinity of the Bel Rae to get their feelings on the
subject. Also, an informational meeting may need to be held so that the
ownerof the Bel Rae as well as the residents of the neighborhood have an
opportunity to discuss their concerns in a public forum.
Staff awaits City Council direction on this matter.
Paul Harrington, City Planner
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Run: 30-Mar -94 14:53 CFS14
Primary ISN's only: Yes
Begin Date and Time: 03/30/93 00:00
End Date and Time: 03/30/94 14:53
How Received: All
Activity Resulted: All
Dispositions: All
Officers/Badges: All
Grids: 12
Patrol Areas: All
Number Remark lines: 4
ACTIVITY GRID P/A LOCATION
MOUNDS VIEW POLICE DEPARTMENT
Enfors Calls For Service
INCIDENT SUMMARY BY ACTIVITY
APT CITY
09201 12 01 5394 EDGEW00D DR
EXPIRED PLATES
09313 12 01 5394 EDGEW00D DR
FOUND PROPERTY
09314 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
VEHICLES ABANDONED
09420 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
PERSONAL INJURY MV ACCIDENTS
09600 12 01 5394 EDGEW000 DR
FIRES (ALL OTHERS MISC)
09730 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
SICK CARED FOR
09730 12 01 5394 EDGEW00D DR
SICK CARED FOR
09730 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
SICK CARED FOR
09730 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
SICK CARED FOR
09730 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
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Locations Selected: All
D
PRI INCIDENT H I TIME DATE
OFF NUMBER ISN R 5 RECV REPORTED NAME
Page
MOUNDS VIEW 106 93706078 1 V S 1410 5/02/93 A P I SPLY INC
SEPTEMBER 1992
MOUNDS VIEW 129 93003148 1 I S 1025 6/22/93 UNKNOWN
ABANDONED BIKE GIRLS MURRAY SURFSIDE 16 INCH WHITE,PINK,&GREEN IN
COLOR SERIAL #M00052330 BROUGHT INTO PD BY UNK PERSON
MOUNDS VIEW 111 93003065 1 R 5 1141 6/19/93 JAMBOR, ROBERT
NO REPORT
MOMS VIEW 121 93002826 1 R 5 2138 6/06/93
NO REPORT
MOUNDS VIEW 109 93002365 1 R 5 0347 5/14/93 TATGE, RODNEY FRANCI
TATGE IS JANITOR AT BEL RAE & WAS MOVING A LAWNMOWER IN STOREROOM,
WHICH WAS LEAKING GAS & IT STARTED ON FIRE & HE ALSO GOT GAS ON HIS
PANTS WHICH CAUGHT FIRE, HE EXTINGUISHED PANTS & CALLED 911-I ARRIVED
& EXTINGUISHED LAWNMOWER -TOTALLY ENGULFED FIRE DEPT CLEARED THE SMOKE
MOUNDS VIEW 107 93001841 1 R 5 1932 4/17/93 MARTIN, MARVIN FREDE
MEDICAL/SICK CARED FOR. ABOVE FEELING DIZZY, HAD PASSED OUT FOR 30
SECONDS. ADMINISTERED 02. HEALTH -ONE DISCUSSING HOSPITAL TRANSPORT
AT TIME OF CLEARING.
MOUNDS VIEW 106 93002139 1 R 5 1503 5/02/93 GRIFFITHS, KELLY
GRIFFITHS AGE 24 HAD A SEVERE ASTHMA ATTACK AFTER DANCING. WE
ASSISTED HEALTH ONE WHO TRANSPORTED TO UNITY.
MOUNDS VIEW 108 93002357 1 R S 2111 5/13/93 MCEACNERN, DAVID R
110EAcIERN SUFFERING FROM A SEVERE NOSE BLEED- UPON 01R2 ARRIVAL HE SAT
DOWN & TILTED HIS HEAD BACK, HEALTH ONE ARRIVED & FOUND HIS BLOOD
PRESSURE VERY ELEVATED - HEALTH ONE TRANSPORTED TO RIVERSIDE
MOUNDS VIEW 115 93003004 1 P S 1120 6/15/93 TATGE, RODNEY FRANCI
RECEIVED A CUT ON HIS FOREHEAD FROM A FENCE POST. HEALTH ONE
CHECKED HIM TONY JAMB OR TRANSPORTED TO LMVITY HOSP
MOUNDS VIEW 107 93006735 1 R 5 1350 12/12/93 GODSE(l, JOHN ROBERT
J. GOODSELL IN FULL ARREST. ADMIN 02-CPR. HEALTH SPAN TO UNITY.
DIED LATER AT UNITY, ANOKA COUNTY CORONER INVESTIGATION JODY WEBER
7864630
09730 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
SICK CARED FOR
MOUNDS VIEW 94000262 1 R S 0018 1/16/94 COIOSSA, MARK
MEDICAL NO REPORT
Run: 30-Mar -94 14:53 CFS14
Primary ISN's only:
Begin Date and Time:
End Date and Time:
How Received:
Activity Resulted:
Dispositions:
Officers/Badges:
Grids:
Patrol Areas:
Number Remark lines:
ACTIVITY
Yes
03/30/93 00:00
03/30/94 14:53
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All
A11
A11
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A11
4
GRID P/A LOCATION
MOUNDS VIEW POLICE DEPARTMENT
Enfors Calls For Service
INCIDENT SUMMARY BY ACTIVITY
APT CITY
09730 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
SICK CARED FOR
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PUBLIC ASSIST
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MOUNDS VIEW 94000269 1 R
A. ANDERSON COMPLAINED THT SHE
SHE HAD HIGH BLOOD PULSE RATE.
REFUSED MEDICAL ATTENTION LEFT
5394 EDGEWOOD DR MOUNDS VIEW 110 93006845 1 R
NO REPORT FIGHT
09803 12 01 5394 END DR
SUSPICION
09806 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
DISORDERLY JUVENILES
09816 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
LOCK OUTS
09816 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
LOCK OUTS
09821 12 01
OTHER TRAFFIC
S 0040 1/16/94 TRYHTI, DAVID
WAS HAVING A REACTION TO NEW MEDICATION
ASSISTED TILL HEALTH ONE ARRIVED. SHE
WITH BOYFRIEND
G 2309 12/18/93 MY
MOUNDS VIEW 110 93004981 1 R G 2214
NO REPORT
MOUNDS VIEW 110
NO REPORT
9/10/93 NANCY
95 1 R S 2036 10/23/93 TONY - OWNER
MOUNDS VIEW 107 93001560 1 R S 1830 4/02/93 EMPLOYEE
NO REPORT
MOUNDS VIEW 108 93004070 1 R S 1842 7/31/93 JAPER, BOB
NO REPORT
5394 EDGER D DR MOUNDS VIEW
NO REPORT
09821 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
OTHER TRAFFIC
09902
ALARMS
12 01 5394 EDG
STATUS/LIQIJOR/FEDERAL
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ASSIST 0/DIES
09A01 12 01
EXPIRED PLATES
09A01 12 01
EXPIRED PLATES
4 EIJ EWO DD DR
5394 EDGEWOOD DR
5394 EDGEWOOD DR
93002789 1 R G 0041 6/05/93 JAMBOR, ROBERT
MOUNDS VIEW 110 93004397 1 R G 2311
DWI NO REPORT
MOUNDS VIEW 111 94000309 1 R S 2126
NO REPORT
8/13/93 JAR, ROBERT
1/18/94 WASTE, CHRISTI
MOUNDS VIEW 103 93003391 1 R S 2151 7/02/93
NO REPORT
MOUNDS VIEW
NO REPORT
94000263 1 R S 0023 1/16/94
MOUNDS VIEW 109 93904973 1 V C` 2325 12/03/93 022HQZ
SEPT 93
LOT MOUNDS VIEW 106 93904946 1 V C 1211 12/12/93 FORD MUSTANG (N0 P1A
SEPT 1993
A5352 12 01
ASLT 5-MS-INFLICT BD
5394 EDGEWOOD DR
HRM-HANDS-ASLT-AC
MOUNDS VIEW 109 94000759 1 R P 0147 2/12/94 JARCHOW,
SEE REPORT
Run: 30-Mar -94 14:53 CFS14
Primary ISN's only:
Begin Date and Time:
End Date and Time:
How Received:
Activity Resulted:
Dispositions:
Officers/Badges:
Grids:
Patrol Areas:
Number Remark lines:
ACTIVITY
Yes
03/30/93 00:00
03/30/94 14:53
A11
A11
A11
All
12
A11
4
GRID P/A LOCATION
MOUNDS VIEW POLICE DEPARTMENT
Enfors Calls For Service
INCIDENT SUMMARY BY ACTIVITY
APT CITY
T4159 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
T1fFT-$250 LESS-MS-FRM MOTOR VEHICLE-OTH PROP
V4110 12 01 5394 EDGEWOOD DR
THEFT -PARTS FROM MOTOR VEH-MS-250 LESS
**** Report Totals:
27 Incidents
Locations Selected: A11
D
PRI INCIDENT H I TIME DATE
OFF NUMBER ISN R S RECV REPORTED NAME
INV BRENNAN
Page 3
MOUNDS VIEW 127 94001327 1 P P 1300 3/14/94 TUTTILA, RALPH A
RALPH TUTTILA HAD HIS 84 LINCOLN BROKEN INTO ON 3-13-94 PARTY(S) UNK
PULLED DRIVERS SIDE DOUR LOCK AND AFTER DOING DAMAGE TO DASH -TOOK
FACTORY AM/FM STERDO $400 VALUE/LOSS
MOUNDS VIEW 121 93001880 1 R P 2011 4/18/93 EDWARDS, RICHARD WIL
UNARM PARKED HIS 1993 CADILLAC, NO PLATES ON THE STREET IN FRONT IF
THE BEL RAE BETWEEN 1530-1830 HRS. VEHICLE WAS MISSING' IT'S HOOD
ORNAMENT AND THE KEY COVER OVER Tif TRUNK. PAINT WAS SCRATCHED NEXT
TO THE TRUNK KEY AREA ALSO. LNDETERMINED LOSS.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
Agenda Section: 6
Report Number: 94-1107WS
Report Date: '3—'31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
Discussion of Chapter 401, "Planning and Zoning Commission" Update
Administrator's Review/Recommendatio
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplem nt sheets as ecessary.)
SUMMARY;
On April 6, 1994, the Mounds View Planning Commission will be taking formal
action on the attached resolution no. 377-94 which recommends certain
changes to Chapter 401, "Planning and Zoning Commission" of the Mounds View
Municipal Code. Because the City Council will not meet in Work Session for
another month, Staff, at the direction of the Planning Commission, is
providing you a copy of those proposed changes for review purposes. The
proposed changes are hi -lighted (items to be added) and overstruck (items
to be deleted).
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give me a call.
Paul Harrington, City Planner`
RECOMMENDATION;
MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 377-94
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 401
OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED,"PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION"
WHEREAS, Section 3.11 of the Mounds View Charter allows
for the review and update of the Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, it is customary for the Planning Commission to
comment on Chapter 401 of the Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has conducted a review
of this chapter.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning
Commission recommends the following changes be made to Chapter
401 of the Municipal Code:
401.02: MEMBERSHIP; TERMS; OATH; COMPENSATION:
Subd. 1. Membership; Terms:
a. Appointed Members: The Planning and Zoning Commission
shall consist of not less than seven (7) nor more than nine
(9) members from the resident population of Mounds View,
other than persons elected to a public body, to be appointed
by the Mayor with approval of the City Council, from
applications submitted. The appointees shall have three (3)
year staggered terms; at least two (2) of these terms, but
not more than three (3) terms, shall expire each year on
December 31. Based upon the recommendation of the Planning
and zoninniission, the Mayor, with approval of the City
Council, shall appoint a chairperson.
401.03: REMOVAL FROM OFFICE; VACANCIES:
Subd. 1. Removal from Office:
commendationof tie:':;>Fanning and. Zoning
, the Mayor, with approval of the City Counci
lnsuch vacancies for the unexpired term of the
original appointment.
401.06: ORGANIZATION; MEETINGS:
aririgs and conducting
anning and Zonirnc
snail hold at least one regular
and at a time and a place which
resolution.
Resolution No. 377-94
Page Two
Subd. 3. Agenda Meetings: Agenda meetings of the Planning
and Zoning Commission may be held on tke third Wcooday of
each month at 3cvcn thirty o'clock (7:39) P.M. at thc
'et
Subd. 4. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by
the chairperson or by any two (2) members of the Planning
and Zoning Commission by a written notice filed with the
Clerk -Administrator, who shall then rr mail a notice
to all membcro of the —tic and p1cc:s kc meeting at lcuct
........ .........
one day before thc meeting.af_e teetr
with State Statutes..
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Planning Commission
directs Staff to forward this resolution to the City Council
prior to approval of the minutes.
ATTEST:
(SEAL)
Adopted this 2nd day of March, 1994.
Chairman
Planner
Page 401.1
CHAPTER 401
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
SECTION:
401.01: Commission Established
401.02: Membership; Terms; Oath; Compensation
401.03: Removal from Office; Vacancies
401.04: Powers and Duties
401.05: Conflict of Interest
401.06: Organization; Meetings
401.-0-7-: Employment of Experts;- Expenditures
401.08: Annual Report
401.09: Comprehensive Plan Adopted
401.10: Review of Proposed Plats
401.11: Zoning
401.12: Availability of City Records
401.01: COMMISSION ESTABLISHED:
A Planning and Zoning Commission for Mounds View is hereby
established. (1988 Code §32.01)
401.02: MEMBERSHIP; TERMS; OATH; COMPENSATION:
Subd. 1. Membership; Terms:
a. Appointed Members: The Planning and Zoning Commission shall
consist of not less than seven (7) nor more than nine (9) members
from the resident population of Mounds View, other than persons
elected to a public body, to be appointed by the Mayor with
approval of the City Council, from applications submitted. The
appointees shall have three (3) year staggered terms; at least
two (2) of these terms, but not more than three (3) terms, shall
expire each year on December 31. Based upon the recommendation
of the Planning and Zoning ComMis.sian, the Mayor, with approval
of the City Council, shall appoint a chairperson. (Ord. 455,
2-7-89)
b. Designated Members: In addition to the appointed membership,
two (2) nonvoting members shall be designated by the City Council
to serve as liaison to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The
term of the appointments shall ordinarily be for one year;
except, that they will terminate with the office from which the
nonvoting appointment is derived. (1988 Code §32.02)
Subd. 2. Oath and Taking of Office: The appointees shall be duly
sworn and take office at the first regular meeting of the
Commission in the month of January each year. Both original and
successive appointees shall hold their offices until their
successors are appointed and qualified. (1988 Code §32.04)
Page 401.2
Subd. 3. Compensation: All members of the Commission shall serve
without compensation. (1988 Code §32.08)
401.03: REMOVAL FROM OFFICE; VACANCIES:
Subd. 1. Removal from Office:
a. An appointed member of the Commission may be removed from
office for just cause and on written charges by at least four
fifths (4/5) vote of the entire City Council, but such member
shall be entitled to a public hearing before such vote is taken.
It shall be the duty of the chairman of the Commission to notify
the City Council promptly of any vacancies occurring in
membership.
b. In addition, an appointed member may be removed by the City
Council for nonattendance at Planning and Zoning Commission
meetings, as provided in the by laws adopted by the Planning and
Zoning Commission, or if a Commission member does not attend
twenty (20) regularly scheduled meetings per year without the
consent of the Commission.
c. l sea :up Ti:: 5 co1n e1'
mmm ss an, the Mayor, with approval ofthe City Council ""shall
fill'suchvacancies for the unexpired
appointment. (Ord. 494, 10-28-91)
Subd. 2. Termination of Appointment: Any Commission member
desiring to terminate his appointment to the Commission before
the expiration of the term shall give written notification to the
Planning and Zoning Commission chairman of his intention. (1988
Code §32.09)
401.04: POWERS AND DUTIES:
term of the original
The Commission shall be the City planning agency as authorized by
the Minnesota Statutes and the City Charter2. It shall have the
duties and powers which are assigned to it by this Code. (1988
Code §32.19)
401.05: CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
No person shall be appointed with private or personal interest
likely to conflict with the general public interest. If any
person appointed shall find that his private or personal
interests are involved in any matter coming before the
Commission, he shall disqualify himself from taking part in
action on the matter; alternatively, he may be disqualified by a
1. M.S.A. §462.354, subdivision 1.
2. See Charter Section 2.02.
Page 401.3
two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the Commissioners in
attendance. (1988 Code §32.03)
401.06: ORGANIZATION; MEETINGS:
Subd. 1. Officers: At the first regular meeting in January, the
Commission shall elect a vice chairman from among its appointed
members for a term of one year. The Commission may create and
fill such other offices from its members, as it may determine, to
transact Commission business.
Subd.-2 --Re
for: the
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.nn.ing..and Zoning..4):goSion:. The
Cornmission shall hold at least one regular ifieeting each month on
a day and at a time and a place which the Commission shall fix by
resolution.
ular Meetin s:
Subd. 3. Agenda Meetings: Agenda meetings of the Planning and
Zoning Commission may be held on the third Wednezday of each
. •
Thc purpose of thismeeting io to discu,7,9 and_prcparc the agenda
• •
for thc following rcgular mcctingz. for
ndinen.
•
Subd. 4. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the
chairperson or by any two (2) members of the Planning and Zoning
Commission by a written notice filed with the Clerk -
Administrator, who shall then pcst ar.d mail a notice to all
members of the time andplace Of the iricetingat icast one day
before, the meeting.
':"4tUtes
Subd. 5. Quorum: A majority of the appointed voting Commission
members shall constitute a quorum.
Subd. 6. Voting Privileges: Each of the appointed members shall
have equal voting privileges.
Subd. 7. Bylaws: The Commission shall adopt bylaws for its
governance and for the transaction of its business. The bylaws
shall be reviewed on an annual basis at the first regular meeting
in February.
Subd. 8. Records: A recording secretary, who may be recommended
by the Planning and Zoning Commission for appointment, shall keep
a record of attendance at Commission meetings and a record of
resolutions, votes and abstentions on each question requiring a
vote. The record of the Commission shall be a public record.
(1988 Code §32.05)
Page 401.4
401.07: EMPLOYMENT OF EXPERTS; EXPENDITURES:
The Commission may request from the City Council the employment
of such staff, technicians and experts as may be deemed proper
and may request such other funds as may be necessary and proper
for the conduct of its affairs. (1988 Code §32.06)
401.08: ANNUAL REPORT:
The City Council may request an annual report from the Planning
and Zoning Commission of its works during the preceding year.
(-1988 Code §32.07)
401.09: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ADOPTED:
The City hereby adopts as its Comprehensive Plan for future
development and growth within the City that certain document
hereafter to be referred to as the COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW, dated 1979, and such Comprehensive Plan is
incorporated herein by reference. A copy of the City's
Comprehensive Plan is on file in the office of the Clerk -
Administrator. (1993 Code)
401.10: REVIEW OF PROPOSED PLATS:
Before the preliminary approval is given to any proposed platting
or property in the Municipality, the preliminary plat shall be
submitted to the Planning and Zoning Commission for study and
recommendation along with written reports and recommendations on
the plat from the Director of Public Works/City Engineer and City
Attorney. The recommendations on and approval of plats by the
Planning and Zoning Commission shall be in accordance with Title
1200 of this Code. (1988 Code §32.15)
401.11: ZONING:
Subd. 1. Zoning Planl: The Commission, upon its own motion, may,
and upon instruction by the Council shall, prepare a revised
Zoning Plan for the Municipality. Before recommending such Plan
to the Council, the Commission shall hold at least one public
hearing thereon after a published notice of such hearing appears
in the legal newspaper at least ten (10) days prior to the
hearing. The same procedure shall apply for the preparation of an
overall street plan or acquisition of lands for other public
purposes. (1988 Code §32.16)
Subd. 2. Rezoning of Property: See Section 1125.01 of this Code
for procedure. (1988 Code §32.17)
1. See Title 1100 of this Code for zoning regulations.
Page 401.5
401.12: AVAILABILITY OF CITY RECORDS:
Upon the request of the Planning and Zoning Commission, the
Clerk -Administrator or his designee shall furnish, within a
reasonable time, such records or information as may be required
for the work of the Commission. (1988 Code §32.18)
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
Agenda Section: 7.
Report Number: 9 4 —1 1 O R W S
Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
FINANCIAL POLICIES TASK FORCE
Administrator's Review/Recommendation: at, l
- No comments to supplement this report rr
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.)
SUMMARY;
I surveyed Metropolitan Area Cities to find out if any had a Financial
Policies Task Force. The survey results are attached. Of the
respondents, the following have a Financial Policies Task Force or a
similar organization:
• Brooklyn Center
• Coon Rapids
• Crystal
• New Brighton
• Plymouth
Attached please find Resolutions/Ordinances which established their
Financial Policies organizations.
Also attached is a draft of an Ordinance establishing our Financial
Policies Task Force. I followed the format in the City Code which
established other Boards and Commissions. Consider the draft as a
basis for discussions on how the Financial Policies Task Force should
be organized.
RECOMMENDATION;
Donald Brager, Fin i'ce Director
Draft: March 30, 1994
CHAPTER 408
FINANCIAL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
SECTION:
408.01 Task Force Established
408.02 Task Force Purpose
408.03 Membership; Qualifications, Terms, and Compensation
408.04 Conti ict of Interest -
408.05 Vacancies
408.06 Organization; Meetings
408.07 Duties of Task Force
408.08 Expenditures
408.01 TASK FORCE ESTABLISHED: The Financial Advisory Task Force is
hereby established and shall be referred to herein as the 'Task Force".
408.02 TASK FORCE PURPOSE: The purpose of the Task Force is to provide
technical assistance to the Council and staff in matters relating to the
City's finances; to develop, monitor, and periodically update long range
financial policies; and to stimulate citizen awareness and interest in the
City's finances.
408.03 MEMBERSHIP; TERMS; QUALIFICATIONS; AND COMPENSATION:
Subd. 1.
Subd. 2.
Appointed Members: The Task Force shall consist of seven (7)
members appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the majority of
the Council. When first appointed, three (3) Task Force Members shall
be appointed for one (1) year; two (2) Task Force Members shall be
appointed for two (2) years; and two (2) Task Force Members for three
(3) years. Each Task Force Member shall hold office until a successor
is appointed. Thereafter, the Mayor, with approval of a majority of the
Council, shall annually appoint Members to the Task Force for three
year (3) terms.
Designated Members. In addition to the appointed membership, one (1)
nonvoting member shall be designated by the City Council to serve as
liaison to the Financial Policies Task Force. The term of the
appointment shall be for one year; except, the term will terminate with
the office from which the nonvoting appointment is derived. The City's
Finance Director, or his/her designee, shall serve as an ex officio
Subd. 3.
member of the Financial Policies Task Force and shall provide the Task
Force with staff support.
Qualifications: To be qualified to serve on this Task Force a member be
able to demonstrate experience in accounting, finance, investments, or
compensation, through either a college degree or management level
work experience. Members may be residents, nonresident taxpayers, or
operate a business in Mounds View, however at least four members of
the Task Force shall be Mounds View residents.
Subd. 4. Compensation. All members of the Task Force shall serve without
compensation.
408.04 CONFLICT OF INTEREST
No member shall be personally interested in any contracts which the
Task Force may enter.
408.05 VACANCIES
Subd. 1. Termination of Appointment. Any Task Force member desiring to
terminate his/her appointment to the Task Force before the expiration of
his/her term shall give written notice to the Task Force Chairperson of
his/her intentions. The Mayor, with approval of a majority of the Council,
shall appoint a new member, from applications received, for the unfilled
portion of the term.
Subd. 2.
Removal from Office. Any member of the Task Force may be removed
from office for just cause and on written charges by a majority vote of
the City Council. An appointed member may also be removed by the
City Council for nonattendance at Task Force meetings if a member is
absent from five (5) regularly scheduled meetings per year or absent
from three (3) consecutive meetings, without the consent of the Task
Force.
408.06 ORGANIZATION; MEETINGS
Subd. 1.
Chairperson. At the first regular meeting of the year, the Task Force
shall appoint a chairperson from its voting members. This appointment
shall be subject to Council approval and shall consist of a one year
term. The position of chair shall rotate among members, with no
member serving in that capacity for more than two (2) consecutive
terms. The Task Force shall also elect a vice chair from among
appointed members for a term of one year. The Task Force may create
and fill such other offices from its members as it may determine to
transact Task Force business.
Subd. 2.
Subd. 3.
Subd. 4.
Subd. 5.
Regular Meetings. The Task Force shall hold at least one regular
meeting each quarter at a time which the Task Force shall establish by
a majority vote of its members.
Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called by the chairperson
or by two (2) member of the Task Force by a written notice filed with the
Clerk -Administrator who shall then notify all members of the Task Force
of the time and date of the special meeting three (3) days before the
meeting date.
Quorum. A majority of the appointed voting members of the Task Force
shall constitute a quorum.
Bylaws and Records. The Task Force Shall adopt bylaws for its --
governance and the transaction of its business. The bylaws will be
reviewed on an annual basis at the first regular meeting in February. A
recording secretary shall keep a record of attendance at Task Force
meetings, a record of resolutions and votes and abstentions on each
question requiring a vote. The record of the Task Force shall be a
public record.
408.07 DUTIES OF TASK FORCE
The Council shall, prior to the Task Force's first regular meeting of the
year, provide the Task Force with a list of projects to work on during the
subsequent year. The Task Force shall then develop a work plan, at its
first regular meeting of the year, for completion of those projects.
408.08 EXPENDITURES
The Task Force may request from the City Council such funds as may
be necessary and proper for the conduct of its duties.
Survey of Metropolitan Area Cities
Does your City have a financial policies task force or similiar organization?
Andover
Anoka
Apple Valley
Arden Hills no
Blaine no
Bloomington no
Brooklyn Center yes
Brooklyn Park * -
Bumsville no
Champlin *
Chanhassen *
Chaska
Circle Pines *
Columbia Heights *
Coon Rapids yes
Cottage Grove *
Crystal yes
Eagan *
Eden Prairie no
Edina *
Falcon Heights *
Fridley no
Golden Valley *
Hastings *
Hopkins *
Inver Grove Heights no
Lakeville *
Little Canada *
Maple Grove no "Council sees that as a delegation of
their authority."
Maplewood *
Mendota Heights *
Minnetonka *
Mound no
New Brighton yes
New Hope no Has a standing Citizens Advisory
Committee which may advise Council
on any subject.
North St. Paul no
Oakdale *
Orono *
Plymouth yes
Prior Lake no
Ramsey
Richfield no
Robbinsdale no
Roseville
St. Anthony no
St. Louis Park no
Savage *
Shakopee no
Shoreview *
Shorewood *
South St. Paul
Spring Lake Park *
Vadnais Heights no
Wayzata no
West St. Paul *
White Bear Lake *
Winona no
Woodbury
* indicates no response to survey
Member Celia Scott
resolution and moved its adoption:
introduced the following
RESOLUTION NO. 91-115
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A BROOKLYN CENTER AD HOC CITY
FINANCIAL TASK FORCE AND DEFINING DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center City Council has authorized
the creation of an ad hoc task force for the express purpose of
reviewing the fiscal impacts of State of Minnesota budgetary
problems on Brooklyn Center and assisting the City Council in
formulating priorities and responses to a -limited fiscal resource
situation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Brooklyn Center
City Council that there is hereby established within the City of
Brooklyn Center an advisory ad hoc City Financial Task Force as
follows:
Subdivision 1. TITLE: This organization shall be known
as the Brooklyn Center ad hoc City Financial Task Force.
Subdivision 2. SCOPE: The scope of activity of this
Task Force shall consist of advising the City Council
regarding matters relevant to the City's financial
status.
Subdivision 3. PURPOSE: The general purpose of this
Task Force shall be to evaluate the cost effectiveness of
City services, programs and functions in response to
higher costs of service delivery, mandates, and a trend
of decreasing intergovernmental revenues to cities.
Subdivision 4. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In
fulfillment of its purpose, the duties and
responsibilities of the Task Force shall be to:
(1) Make recommendations to improve cost effectiveness
of City services, programs, and functions.
(2) Make recommendations on priorities for reducing or
eliminating services should it become necessary.
(3) Make recommendations on modifications, additions,
and/or deletions to short and long term City
revenue sources.
Subdivision 5. COMPOSITION: The Task Force shall be
composed of a chairperson and six (6) members, all of
whom shall be appointed and serve as set forth in
Subdivision 6.
RESOLUTION NO. 91-115
Subdivision 6. MEMBERS METHOD OF SELECTION - TERM OF
OFFICE - REMOVAL:
Chairperson: The Chairperson shall be appointed by the
Mayor with majority consent of the City Council. The
Chairperson may be removed by the Mayor with majority
consent of the Council. The Chairperson shall assure
fulfillment of the following responsibilities in addition
to those otherwise described herein:
1. Preside over meetings of the Task Force;
2. Appear or appoint a representative to appear,
as necessary, before the City Council to
present the viewpoint of the Task Force in
matters relevant to the City's financial
status as it relates to business under
consideration by the City Council;
3. Review all official minutes of the City
Council and other advisory commissions for the
purpose of informing the City Financial Task
Force of matters relevant to city finances.
Vice Chairperson: A Vice Chairperson shall be appointed
by the Mayor with majority consent of the city Council
from the members of the Task Force. The Vice Chairperson
shall perform such duties as may be assigned by the
Chairperson and shall assume the responsibilities of the
chair in the absence of the Chairperson.
Members' Term of Office: Members of the Task Force shall
be appointed by the Mayor with majority consent of the
Council. The terms of office shall be for the life of
the Task Force as set forth in Subdivision 11.
In the event an appointed member suffers from an extended
illness, disability, or other activity preventing proper
fulfillment of duties, responsibilities, rules and
regulations of the Task Force, the member may be
temporarily replaced during the temporary leave by an
interim member appointed by the Mayor with majority
consent of the City Council.
Qualification for Membership: Members of the Task Force
shall be residents of the City of Brooklyn Center while
serving on the Task Force, shall have been residents of
said City for at least one year prior to their
appointment, and shall represent an interest in the
financial operations of the city.
RESOLUTION NO. 91-115
Representation Requirements: Due regard shall be given
by the Mayor in appointing Task Force members with
geographical distribution within the City, and the
representative nature of the Task Force in terms of sex,
religion, ethnic, racial, age, handicapped, employment
and employer groups.
Conflict of Interest: Members shall comply with
provisions of the City of Brooklyn Center's business
-ethics policy.
Resignations -Removal from Office -Vacancies: Members may
resign voluntarily or may be removed from office by the
Mayor with consent by majority vote of the City Council.
Three consecutive absences from duly called Task Force
meetings or absences from a majority of duly called Task
Force meetings within one calendar year shall constitute
automatic resignation from office. The City Manager shall
inform the Mayor of such automatic resignations.
Vacancies in the Task Force shall be filled by Mayoral
appointment with majority consent of the City Council.
Compensation: Members shall serve without compensation.
Subdivision 7. RULES AND PROCEDURES: The Task Force
shall adopt such rules and procedures not inconsistent
with these provisions as may be necessary for the proper
execution and conduct of business.
Subdivision 8. MEETINGS: The initial meeting of the
Task Force shall be convened at the call of the
Chairperson within thirty (30) days after appointment by
the Council. Thereafter, regular meetings shall be held
with date and time to be determined by the Task Force.
Special meetings may be called by the chairperson.
Subdivision 9. STAFF: The City Manager shall serve as
staff to the Task Force. The City Manager, or his
designee, shall perform such clerical and research duties
on behalf of the Task Force as may be assigned by the
chairperson.
Subdivision 10. EX OFFICIO MEMBERS: Councilmember
Pedlar, or his City Council designee, shall serve as an
ex officio member of the Task Force, privileged to speak
on any matter but without.a vote, and shall provide a
liaison between the Task Force and the City Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 91-115
Subdivision 11. TASR FORCE TERM: The provisions of this
resolution shall expire on April 8, 1992, unless
specifically extended by the City Council on or before
said date.
April 8, 1991
Date Todd Paulson, Mayor
ATTEST:rOlar-Lick._,(1) ` 2
Deputy Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by member Dave Rosene , and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Todd Paulson, Celia Scott, Jerry Pedlar, Dave Rosene, and Philip Cohen;
and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
138
Council Minutes
January 6, 197(3 -0-
Councilman Reiter mo\../ed to concur with the City Manager recommendation and
retain the firm of Milif,er-Dunwidclie to prepare the re cessary plans ancfrspecifi-
cations . Councilman: Ryan seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
16. CONS. CREATION OF CITIZENS COMMITTEE FOR TAX LEVY LIMITATIONS
Mayor White advised the audience that the City Manager was recommending that
the Council establish a citizens' committee to help Council decide whether this
matter should go to a referendum as to whether' the tax levy maximum should be
increased in order to assure that the City has sufficient funds to operate the. City
in the future.
Lyle Haney advised the Council and audience that the legislature has proposed that
for a city like ours a maximum tax levy be set. Last year we were at the maximum.
Since then there were several increased approved by the legislature. Staff is look-
ing at 5-year expenditures and revenues through 1981, and hppes to get back to the
Council within 30 days . Staff is suspicious that the level of, services and employees
will be more than the 6% plus per capita increase over the next five years which
is what our recommended limitations are. In order to increase It beyond that, it
needs vote approval.
Councilman Stull said that we're not asking the people For more money, but asking
what direction we should take and what their needs for services will be in the future
and how much they are willing to pay for those services.
Mayor White made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stull, to approve the setting up oi
a steering committee consisting of seven members to study the needs of the commun-
ity and that each member of the Council submit one name as a member, and the
other two members to be selected by the Council From names submitted by the City
. „
Manager. Mr. Jim Stewart asked what the function of the steering committee would
be . Mayor Wnite responded it would take the report prepared by the Staff, study
the revenue coming into the City, public „safety, human resources, amount of de-
, veloprnent projected for the next five years and the cost of operating the government.
The Mayor also said that they would make use of the community schools advisory
commissions to get input regarding community attitude. It was envisioned by the
Mayor that the Steering committee would consist of seven members with subcommittees
under that working in each of the areas on the chart prepared by Mr. Cottingham.
Councilman Ryan wondered if he was correct in reading into this proposal that each
member of the steering committee would also be a chairman of a subcommittee.
Mr. Cottingham responded in the affirmative, and that each subcommittee would
deal with one of the broad program areas .
Councilman Ryan opposed the motion that each member of the Council would pick
one member and the City Manager two and recommended that the Council staff
a committee large enough to do all of these things and after. that, pick a chairman
and seven subchairmen. The Mayor responded that the thinking behind his motion
was to get this off the ground as soon as possible. Mayor White thought picking
a committee such as that recommended by Councilman Ryan could get burtdened
down. Councilman Ryan said he was prepared to submit names for the City Manager
to contact and he would like to do that.
M. Doris , 11108 Arrowhead, asked if there would still be an open,
election on this by the people. Mayor stated that there would be an open election,
and that the various committees would be gathering data as to what type of levy increus
should be asked for. Mr. Coltingham noted that it was conceivable that the com-
mittee would say the City has enough money and a referendum is not needed.
Mr. Chuck Dahlbe1 asked if the committees would make recommendations to the
(;ouncil or to the public. The Mayor responded that the committees would make
recommendations to the Council and if the Council then decides to go ahead, it
weuld ask the same people to get the facts to the community.
i •
Mr. )ini _Stewart asked if it would be the function of the committee to attempt
to r; citizen attitude about services, about needs, problems, etc. • The
ivilyot- that it would, _ that the CoJecil can charge the committee with what-
ever it vvaote the eomniittee to iar_:complish.
eue January ti, 1976 1.
Counc.ilwom<An Green S poke in favor of alternate #1 as set forth in Mr. Cot'..inghat
December 23, 1975 mernorandum whereby mernbees of advi-oey comrnissic.ms wou
be to form subcommittees, because these people cile,e4tiy have the back-
ground in these ubareas .Mayor White was ,.:Iftaid that since these advisory. *eore
missions are geared to meet ing once a month, it would be difficult to get things
done in accordance with the proposed timetable. Mrs. Green suggested that the
commissions be asked.
Councilman Ryan pointed out that according to the timetable graph prepared by
Mr. Cottingham no action other than the creation of the committee needed to be
taken before the last week of January. He felt that the Council should take a bit
of time in order to get the right people on the committees who could get the
pulse of the public. The motion passed 3-2, Councilmembers Green and Ryan
opposed.
Mr. Stewart asked how one would go about indicating interest in serving on the
committees. Mayor White replied that a person should contact any councilmearnbc
and the steering committee should be formed in two weeks and have subcommittee
ready to go to work by the first of February.
MAR-16-94 WED 15:12 CITY OF CRYSTAL
FAX NO. 6125370944 P.02/05
RESOLUTION NO. 93-17
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
AND EFINING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
WHEREAS, the Crystal City Council finds that the
creation of a Financial Advisory Commission is.necessary to
advise the City Council in formulating financial policies,
priorities -for service delivery and responses to demands on
financial resources'in the City.
NOW TREREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Crystal City
Council.that there is hereby established within the City of
Crystal an Financial Advisory Commission as follows:
Subd. 1. Title. This organization shall be known as
the Crystal Financial Advisory Commission.
Subd. 2 Purpose. The general purpose of this
Commission shall be to propose and evaluate recommendations
to improve the cost effectiveness of City services and
programs, to recommend priorities for service delivery in
the City and to recommend alternatives for short and long
term revenue sources. for the City.
Subd. 3. Duties of the Commission. The Financial
Advisory Commission shall advise and make recommendations to
the City Council in matters regarding financial policies,
prioritizing service delivery and revenue sources in the
City of Crystal.
Subd. 4. Commosition. The Financial Advisory
Commission shall be composed of seven (7) members. All
members shall be ampointed from the City at large- Members
may be residents, non-resident tax payers or operate a
business in Crystal. However, at least four members ot: the
Commission stall be Crystal ,--esidents.
The Citv's Finance Di*-eczor will serve as an ex of:ficLc
member of the Commission and provide the Commission with
staff support.
Subd. 3. kppointments. Members of the Commission shall
be appointed by the City Council. In making apmointments to
the Commission, the City Council shall give consideration to
the qualifications of applicants who possess technical
training and expertise to understand -and work with financial
information.
Subd, 6. Ters. Commission members sha11 be appcir,te,j
for three ya tes, however, initial terms for mA1:1-s of
L.41= Co=iss:lon s:7211 be as follows:
MAR-16-94 WED 15:12 CITY OF CRYSTAL
FAX NO, 6125370944
P. 03/05
Four members appointed for terms expiring
December 31, 1995.
2. Three members appointed for terms ex
December 31, 1996.
Subd. 7. Te. o Comission. The provisions of this
resolution shallexpire on December 31, 1996, unless
scecifically extended by the City Council on or before said
date.
Adopted by the Crystal City Council on this 2nd day of
March 0 1993.
Attest:
City Clerk
n%w-gYt(Sti+vh
FINANCIAL POLICY ADVISORY BOARD
Sec. 2-110. Establishment.
A financial policy advisory board for the City is hereby established. (Ord. No. 491, § 1, 3-23-82)
Sec. 2-111. Purpose.
The purpose of the financial policy advisory board is to provide technical assistance to the Council and staff in
matters relating to the City's finances; to develop, monitor, and periodically update a long range financial policy;
and stimulate citizen awareness and interest in the City's finances. (Ord. No. 491, § 1, 3-23-82)
Sec. 2-112. Duties and responsibilities.
The duties and responsibilities of this board shall be:
(a) To develop for the Council's approval a long range financial policy. Once the policy is adopted,
monitor the results and periodically update the policy.
To review and comment on county, state, and federal action, affecting the City.
To review and make recommendations to the City Council on investment policy.
To review and make recommendation on the City's audits.
To disseminate public information on City financial needs and services.
To study and recommend alternative financial sources and charging for services.
To review and comment on the annual budget expenditures and priorities.
To provide Council/staff technical assistance, as requested in analyzing the financial aspects of
projects or proposals.
To develop a policy on contracting for services and cost benefit analysis of such.
To maintain a current knowledge of the statutes as they relate to municipal finances. (Ord. No.
491, § 1, 3-23-82)
Sec. 2-113. Composition, qualifications and appointment.
The board shall be composed of not more than seven (7) members to be appointed by a majority of the
Council. To be qualified to serve on this board a member must be able to demonstrate through either a college
d ;ree or management level work experience in accounting, finance, investments or compensation. Members
must also be residents of the City of New Brighton. (Ord. No. 491, § 1, 3-23-82)
Sec. 2-114. Terms of office.
Members of the financial policy advisory board shall be appointed for two (2) year terms. The expiration date
of each of the terms shall be December 31, of the, year indicated below: The terms of four (4) members shall
expire in 1984 and the terms of three (3) members shall expire in 1983 Upon the expiration of the term of
office, a member shall continue to serve until a qualified successor is appointed. (Ord. No. 491, § 1, 3-23-82)
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Sec. 2-115. Removal.
Any member of the financial policy advisory board may be removed from office by a four -fifths vote of the
City Council. (Ord. No. 491, § 1, 3-23-82)
Sec. 2-116. Filling vacancies.
Vacancies occurring in the membership of the financial policy advisory board shall be filled by the Council for
the unexpired portion of the term. (Ord.. No. 491, § 1, 3-23-82)
Sec. 2-117. Compensation.
The members of the financial policy advisory board shall serve without compensation. (Ord. No 491, § 1, 3-
23-82)
Sec. 2-118. Council representation.
The Council may appoint one of its members as an ex officio member of the board for a term of one year.
This member will have full rights of discussion, but will not be a voting member of the board. The Council may
also, at its discretion, appoint other ex officio members. (Ord. No. 491, § 1, 3-23-82)
Sec. 2-119. Task forces.
The Council or financial policy advisory board may, from time to time, appoint a task force to study and
report on specific financially related matters. After reporting its findings to the Council, such a task force shall
terminate, unless continued by the Council or the board for a specific purpose. (Ord No. 491, § 1, 3-23-82)
Sec. 2-120. Organization.
The board shall elect a chairperson from among its appointed members for a one-year term and may create and
fill such other offices as it may determine. The board shall hold at least one regular meeting each month. It shall
adopt rules for the transaction of business and shall keep a record of its resolutions, transactions and findings,
which shall be a public record. (Ord No. 491, § 1, 3-23-82)
DIVISION 6. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Sec. 2-121. Short title.
This division shall be known and may be cited as the "New Brighton Economic Development Commission
Ordinance." (Ord. No. 546, § 1,12-23-86)
Sec. 2-122. Definitions.
For the purpose of this division, the following words and their derivation shall have the meanings as set out
herein
(a) Commission is the economic development commission of the City as created by this division.
(b) Chairperson is the chairperson of the economic development commission as provided hereunder.
(c) Vice -chairperson is the vice -chairperson of the economic development commission as provided
hereunder.
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FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MISSION/ORGANIZATION STATEMENT
Resolution No. 93-827
Adopted 12/20/93
Supersedes Resolution No, 93-78 dated 1/25/93
The Financial Advisory Committee is an advisory body to the City Council. The
mission of the Financial Advisory Committee is to review, analyze and inform the
City Coundl and the public with respect to City finandal matters, and to provide
innovative, pro -active ideas for effective and efficient use of City resources.
The Committee shall serve on an ongoing basis. Committee members shall be
appointed for three year terms as follows:
1. Three members appointed for terms expiring January 31, 1994 and every
third January 31st thereafter; and
2. Two members appointed for terms expiring January 31, 1995 and every third
January 31st thereafter; and
1 Two members appointed for terms expiring January 31, 1996 and every third
January 31st thereafter.
Committee members may be reappointed.
The City Manager and Finance Director shall serve as ex officio members of the
committee and provide the committee with staff support. One Council member
shall serve as Coundl Representative to the committee.
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FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMTITEE
MISSION/ORGANIZATION STATEMENT
Resolution No. 93427
Adopted 12/20/93
Supersedes Resolution No. 93-78 dated 1/25/93
The Financial Advisory Committee is an advisory body to the City Council. The
mission of the Financial Advisory Committee i8 to review, analyze and inform the
City Council and the public with respect to City financial matters, and to provide
innovative, pro -active ideas for effective and efficient use of City resources.
The Committee shall serve on an ongoing basis. Committee members shall be
appointed for three year terms as follows:
1. Three members appointed for terms expiring January 31, 1994 and every
third January 31st thereafter; and
2. Two members appointed for terms expiring January 31, 1995 and every third
January 31st thereafter, and
1 Two members appointed for terms expiring January 31, 1996 and every third
January 31st thereafter.
Committee members may be reappointed.
The City Manager and Finance Director shall serve as ex officio members of the
committee and provide the committee with staff support. One Council member
shall serve as Council Representative to the committee.
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
8.
Agenda Section:
Report Number: 94-1109WS
Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
Consideration of Spring Clean Up Day Rate Structure and Date
Administrator's Review/Recommendatio
- No comments to supplement this repo
- Comments attached.
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Explanation/Summary (attach supplemen'_sheets as necessary.)
SUMMARY;
In response to the findings of the FOCUS 2000 teams and many, many individual residents, staff has been
researching possibilities for resurrecting Spring Clean -Up Day. From the mid-1980's to 1991, Mounds View
regularly held clean-up days which were funded partially by individual residents and partially by the General
Fund. Funding for Clean -Up Day was cut from the budget in 1991 after the City spent nearly $10,000 on
disposal fees.
Staff has received a joint proposal from Twin City Refuse, Inc and Keith Krupenny and Son Disposal to
service a Clean -Up Day on May 7, 1994. Twin City Refuse is a full service transfer station and will accept
almost any material for disposal, including garbage, construction debris, metals, tires, branches, and brush.
Two items that they will NOT accept are yard waste and hazardous wastes.
The base fees for drop-off would be as follows:
Car Load
Station Wagon Load
Minivan Load
Pickup Load (level)
Trailer Load (4' x 8' x 4', level)
$ 8.00
$15.00
$20.00
$35.00
$35.00
The following amounts would be charged in addition to the base fees above for these special materials:
Stuffed Chair $ 6.00
Couch $10.00
Mattresses (any size) $10.00
Box Springs (any size) $10.00
Appliance $ 7.00
Appliance w/freon $15.00
Car Tires
Larger Tires
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RECOMMENDATION;
$ 1.50 each
Dependent on Size
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Carla Asleson
Recycling Coordinator
Disposal of other "unusual" items (such as ammonia based refrigerators) may be more costly. Twin City
Refuse reserves the right to charge beyond the established rates in these cases and for cases where a vehicle
or trailer is loaded beyond a level amount. In any event, all fees will be passed along to the waste generator;
payment will be made directly from residents to Twin City Refuse. The City's only involvement will be
providing a drop-off site and one staff member to coordinate the day's events. Additional police monitoring
may also be necessary to coordinate traffic and to monitor the Public Works site for illegal dumping after
the Clean -Up Day has concluded. Twin City Refuse will provide at least six workers to collect payments,
unload vehicles, and remove materials from the Public Works Site.
If the Council is in agreement with this fee schedule and date, staff will make final arrangements with Twin
City Refuse and begin a promotional campaign.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 9
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STAFF REPORT Report Number: 94-1110WS
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994 Report Date: '3-11-94
DISPOSITION
teDesaription: Consideration of C ival Permit for Magel Carnival Midways, Inc.
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach suppleme
RUMMARYz
t sheets as ne ssary.)
Lawrence W. Magel, Sr. of Magel Carnival Midways has made application to
the City of Mounds View to conduct a carnival at Mounds View Square from
May 17 - May 22, 1994. Mr. Magel has met all licensing requirements
necessary to conduct such a carnival and has signed all necessary
documents. The carnival will consist of approximately 6 rides and a few
concession booths.
I have attached a memorandum from Paul Harrington, City Planner, to
myself indicating that he had met with Mr. Magel and went over the site
plan for the carnival location. The site plan is attached.
Staff awaits Council direction.
e Severs.Deputy Clerk
RECOMMENDATION:
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
MEMORANDUM
MICHELE SEVERSON, DEPUTY CLERK t.
PAUL HARRINGTON, CITY PLANNER.\:
March 31, 1994
CARNIVAL AT MOUNDS VIEW SQUARE
I have completed my review of the proposed carnival to be located
at Mounds View Square Shopping Center and would like to offer the
following observations/recommendations:
(1) The City Council recently approved the location of a
nursery/greenhouse in the Mounds View Square Shopping Center
parking lot which utilizes space that the applicants' carnival has,
in the past, used for offices and setup area. The Council should
pay particular attention to the impact the nursery/greenhouse and
the carnival will have on the parking availability on the site.
The attached map depicts the relationship between the two
operations, as well as the impact each will have on parking in the
shopping center.
(2) As in the past, if the Council allows the carnival to take
place, barricades should be provided by the applicant to ensure
that the operation of the carnival does not encroach upon drive
aisles on the property necessary for safe and orderly traffic
circulation.
OUMBS
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994 Report Date: 1-31-94
Agenda Section: 10.
Report Number: 94-1111WS
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
Consideration of Special Assessment of Private Sewer Repair
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
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Explanation/Surnmary (attach supplement shee s as necessary.)
$ILMMARY; f "
On January 13, 1994 Public Works Staff received a call regarding a
possible sewer back up on Eastwood Drive, north of Woodcrest. Staff
responded to the complaint, found that the City's main line was plugged
and jetted the line to free the blockage. The weather was not conducive
at the time (extremely cold weather) to do any further inspection with
the camera, therefore, we monitored the situation closely throughout the
winter months. During the week of March 21st staff cleaned the line,
removing a substantial amount of sand and inspected the line to assess
the location of the damage.
The sanitary sewer service at 5108 Eastwood Drive was identified as the
source of the sand infiltration. A letter was sent to the resident, Mr.
Bob Hitt, notifying him of the problem and the responsibility of the
homeowner to make the repair of this service line. On March 30th that I
met with the homeowners to explain the situation and probable repair
costs. The homeowner stated that their financial situation would not
allow this amount of expenditure at this time. It was further explained
to Mr. Hitt that in extenuating circumstances or hardship cases, the
City has, in the past, has granted a special assessment to a homeowner
for this type of repair and that staff would approach Council, apprise
them of the situation, and ask for their consideration on this matter.
This repair should be made as soon as possible to prevent any further
damage to the residential service and to the City's main line.
Mike Ulrich, Public Works Supervisor
RECOMMENDATION;
Staff recommends that the City solicit bids on the repair, award bid to
the lowest responsible bidder and grant a special assessment to the
homeowner.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
Agenda Section. 12.
Report Number: 94-1112WS
Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description: Consideration of City of Mounds View to Enter into A Joint Powers Agreement
with the City of Blaine
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement s eet s necessary.)
UMMARY;
Chief Nicholas (Blaine Police Department) and I had a conversation
concerning the jurisdictional problems along 85th Avenue, including the
new bridge over Highway 118.
It was decided that Chief Nicholas would have his City Attorney draft a
Joint Powers Agreement (see attached) between the Cities of Mounds View
and Blaine. This Joint Powers Agreement is basically.a housekeeping
item, but it could close a loophole where jurisdiction is questioned
along 85th Avenue.
Tim Ramacher, ce Chief
RECOMMENDATION;
Authorize the Mayor and City Administrator to Enter into a Joint Powers
Agreement with the City of Blaine. The purpose of this agreement is the.
regulation and enforcement of traffic laws upon 85th Avenue N.E.
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13.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section:
STAFF REPORT Report Number: 94-1113WS
P AGENDA SESSION DATE
April 4, 1994 Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
Department Head Quarterly Report — Administration
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.)
SUMMARY;
January
* Completed City Code recodification, submitted Code for Council
approval.
* Conducted third FOCUS 2000 Forum
* Secured two additional parcels from Ramsey County to add to'
City's greenspace (tax forfeit land)
* Upgraded computer network software to allow for multi
department back-up
* Coordinated City Hall remodeling/expansion project
- Resolved de -watering issue
- Resolved cold -air return issue
* Interviewed candidates for City-wide Customer Service/
TQM training - reviewed presentations
* Began 1994 Contract Negotiations with Police and
Public Works
FEBRUARY
* Participated with area businesses in Superfund Coalition
and remained active in Business Association's 1994 election
* Established quarterly Commission Reports to Council - first
report conducted by EQC
* Finalized contract with Fire Department and submitted to
Council for approval
* Developed and submitted for Council approval the City's Drug
and Alcohol Testing Policy
* Continued negotiations on 1994 Police and Public Works
contracts
* Com -d actions to review location of compost site
Samant Ordu
REC G4 MMENDAT
, City Ac►iministrator
ON;
APRIL 4, 1994
PAGE TWO
* Monitored development of final contract documents for golf
course
Coordinator, Housing Intern, Golf Course Superintendent,
P.W. Maintenance Worker, advertised for positions.
* Interviewed 11 candidates for Economic Development
Coordinator, recommended Cathy Bennett.
* Developed FOCUS 2000 Steering Committee and began work on
Vision and Mission Statement
* Began discussions with Rice Creek Watershed regarding cleaning
of Judicial Ditch No. 1
* Worked with Westminster Development on Senior Housing Project
* Submitted CDBG applications for grant to purchase land for
Senior Housing Project
* Developed job description for Economic Development
* Interviewed 9 housing intern candidates, recommended
Jennifer Bergman
* Coordinated City Hall expansion/remodeling project
* Worked with Everest and Jim Casserly on TIF District
financial analysis
* Developed and distributed RFP for City prosecution
services
March
* Attended NLC Congressional Conference in Washington D.C.
* Coordinated LMC's Legislative Conference in St. Paul,
participated in Senate hearings
* Developed EDA By-laws and supporting documents for the
creation of EDA (March 28, 1994)
* Together with the work of the City's Communication
Coordinator, Sharie Linke, created the FOCUS 2000 Final
Report and coordinated the presentation of the report on
March 28, 1994
* Worked with Don Brager and Bob Thistle on the refunding bond
issue which will result in over $300,000 in savings to the
City
* Reluctantly accepted the resignation of a very valued
employee, Carla Aselson who will be the new Assistant to
the City Administrator in Falcon Heights
* Celebrated the success of the City's Appreciation Night
* Interviewed three candidates for prosecutor
* Met with Paster Enterprises representative to discuss plans
for MoundsView Square
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
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Agenda Section:
Report Number: 94-1113WS
Report Date: 3-31-93
13.
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
Department Head Quarterly Report - Finance
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:'
No comments to supplement this report 6-y I,-
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as neessary.)
SI TMMARY:
Attached please find the Finance Department's Quarterly Report for the
First Quarter of 1994.
Don Brager, Finale Director
RECOMMENDATION;
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
QUARTERLY REPORT
First Quarter 1994
• Worked with Springsted, Inc. and James O'Meara on the issuance of the Golf
Course Bonds. The proceeds were received in January.
• Purchased a new computer for Mary Tatarek. Interesting thing about it was
that we used the fax machine to solicit and receive bids. When ordering sent
Zeos a purchase order by fax.
• Worked on getting Budget Book to the Printer, Samantha revised the format of
the budget message to make it more readable and user friendly. Sharie Linke
got her creative juices flowing and redesigned the cover for us. I think you'll
like it,
• The Finance Department staff has prepared numerous schedules and work
sheets in preparation for the audit of the City's finandal records. The auditors
arrived to begin their field work on March 30, They should be here for about
two weeks,
• Samantha, Department Heads, and I have been working on the format for
program performance budgeting. We will have it ready for 1995 budget.
• Worked with Springsted, Inc. and James 0' Meara on a refunding bond issue,
Those are the kind finance people like to work on because we're saving
money as a consequence of their issuance.
• Samantha and I worked with Casserly & Molzahn on the finandal analysis of
our TiF districts. The excess increments being generated from those districts
will allow the City to undertake some great projects for the betterment of the
City.
s Dorothy and Kitty have been working to get the Surface Water Management
Fees in the utility billing system for the first quarter 1994 billing. Paul
Harrington has been busy calculating the fees for commercial property.
s Our new check protector/signer is up and running. It's a great time saver. It
works great for Accounts Payable checks. Having a little trouble with payroll
checks. The firm we purchased the equipment from has been working hard to
find a sdution for the problem. Hopefully it will be fixed soon.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
Agenda Section: 13.
Report Number: 94-1113WS
Report Date: '1-11-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
Department Head Quarterly Report - Community Development
Administrator's Review/Recommendatio
- No comments to supplement this re or
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supple ent sheets a ecessary.)
SUMMARY;
The following is a brief capsule of the 1994 1st quarter activities of the
Community Development Department.
Building Inspections
A total of 71 building, heating and plumbing permits were
issued during the Quarter. Additionally, yearly inspections of
rental properties were scheduled for April and May.
The Building Inspector attended two seminars during the quarter.
The first was a manufactured home park seminar presented by the
MN Department of Administration Building Codes and Standards
Division. The seminar covered setup of manufactured homes and
state licensing requirements for installers. The second seminar
was presented by the North Star Chapter of ICBO and covered plan
review and foundation systems.
Engineering
Completed recording of 70% of Long Lake Road easements.
Continued work with Evergreen Land Services regarding County
Road I easements (1987 project).
Assisted Ramsey County on Pleasant View Drive reconstruction.
Worked with Public Works Supervisor on development of MSA needs
report.
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Paul Harrington, City Planner
RECOMMENDATION:
APRIL 1, 1992
PAGE TWO
Planning
* Worked with Metropolitan Waste Control Commission on the final
procurement of necessary temporary and permanent easements for
the Blaine Interceptor Project.
* Provided Finance Department with rate structure and billing
amounts for the Storm Water Management Utility.
* Completed update of Flood Plain Zoning Ordinance per direction
of the Department of Natural Resources.
* Processed Planning Commission Cases as necessary.
* Attended a wetlands seminar offered by the Department of Natural
Resources which covered topics of development and permitting.
Recycling
* Continued with recycling promotion and reporting. Preliminary
data for the quarter indicates that tons collected and
participation rates are at levels comparable to the same time
period last year.
* Organized City-wide clean-up day to be held in early May.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
Agenda Section: 13.
Report Number: 94-1113WS
Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
tem Description:
Department Head quarterly Report — Parks, Recreation & Forestry
Administrator's Review/Recommendation,
- No comments to supplement this rep
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplesuppIeint sheets as c ssary.)
.1.11111VIARYz
Winter rink activities occurred during the months of January half of February. Ice rinks
remained open for approximately one week long than anticipated because the weather
remained cold.
The March/April Recreation activities were planned and the brochure was prepared during
the month of February with distribution by March. Registrations for Spring activities began.
Youth athletic registrations and adult softball registrations also began. A Saturday
registration for youth athletics was held along with a parent's meeting on Saturday, March
16. Several Parks and Recreation Commissioners assisted with this process.
The month of March is always an "in-between" month where the weather is still "iffy" and
considerations must be for potential snowfalls as well as the need to be ready for spring time
park prep. Equipment used for winter activities must also be used for spring park prep and
the switch overs must occur. In addition, park materials such as grass sees, fertilizers,
building repair needs, equipment parts, field chalk and paint and other materials must be
ordered.
February and March are a good month for training. Steve attended Word Perfect 5.1
computer classes and also Traffic class. Jeff attended Sewer certification classes in
January.
Mary Sa , Director of Park'Rec ation and Forestry
RE c OMMENDATION;
APRIL 4, 1994
PAGE TWO
Student Brad Pellegrino began his internship with the department in January and will
continue until May 16 at which time he graduates with a BS Degree in Parks and
Recreation Administration. He spent these three months gaining as much experience
as possible, attending meetings and doing the daily tasks of staff plus the added
tasks of special programming.
The Department was very happy to make the big move to the upstairs of City Hall, to
the new addition. The extra special delight is the three windows that we are enjoying.
New furniture was also purchased for Mary and Sharie and the multi -use desk shared
by Intern Brad, Forester Wriskey and student assistant April.
February and March are a good month for training. Steve attended Word Perfect 5.1
computer classes and also Traffic class. Jeff attended Sewer certification classes in
January.
Student Brad Pellegrino began his internship with the department in January and will
continue until May 16 at which time he graduates with a BS Degree in Parks and
Recreation Administration. He spent these three months gaining as much experience
as possible, attending meetings and doing the daily tasks of staff plus the added
tasks of special programming.
The Department was very happy to make the big move to the upstairs of City Hall, to
the new addition. The extra special delight is the three windows that we are enjoying.
New furniture was also purchased for Mary and Sharie and the multi -use desk shared
by Intern Brad, Forester Wriskey and student assistant April.
During this first quarter Mary prepared a new parent's guide to youth sports which
can be used for all youth sports. Sharie set-up the City Newsletters and the final
Focus 2000 Report and organized the City Appreciation Event. Also, Sharie has been
working with the MVCT for this year's production of "Oliver" as well as meeting with
the Festival Committee and Garden Club on a monthly basis. Mary has been working
on the new scheduler package which provides computer readouts of park facility
usage. He is trying to get us all acquainted with the program before the rush of park
use requests begin.
Finally, Mary has been working on the ISTEA grants for a pedestrian bridge.
Everyone in the department has assisted me with this process as well as Paul
Harrington with Planning Commission information, Pat Michna and Chief Ramacher
with accident information and Jim Hess with Highway 10 information. Julie Trude has
been on the telephones soliciting political support for the project.
APRIL 4, 1994
PAGE THREE
In addition, preliminary application has been submitted to the Outdoor Recreation
Grant as part of LAWCON for two grants including the development of golf course
nature park and the purchase of two parcels of land in the SW corner of the City for
neighborhood park. I have attended the orientation for the grant process but
because it is not due til the end of summer I have not begun to prepare the narrative
as yet.
13.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1 994
Agenda Section:
Report Number: 94-1113WS
Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
QUART
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report /
- Comments attached.
LY REPORT
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement she as 4essary.)
SUMMARY;
SHOP
*Installed water line in the shop area to the West end of the building for a fill and cleaning station
to be completed this spring.
*Purchased and mounted Drill Press
*Installed exhaust hose reel in the mechanics bay
*Installed (1) power inverter in a utility truck
*Performed preventative maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment in the City fleet.
SHOP
*Built a sign trailer for portable sign storage and mobility
*Mounted road restriction signs
*Plowed snow and sanded as needed
SEWER
*Clean and televise sewer on Eastwood Road and notified the resident of a potential problem
*Assisted Water Department in various projects
*Pumped 8,043,000 gallons of wastewater from the 2 lift stations
*Assisted the City of New Brigton in locating a sewer main break
WATER
*Worked on Water Treatment Plants 2 & 3
*Removed and installed new dehumidifier at the Booster Station
*Repaired (1) water main break (Greenwood and Woodcrest)
*Pumped 100,981,000 gallons of water
(CONTINUED ON BACK PAGE)
RECOMMENDATION;
ichael Ulrich, Public Works Supervisor
TRAINING AND EDUCATION FOR ALL DEPARTMENTS
*On January 11, 1994, Tim attended the GM Training Center for the yearly update on our vehicles.
*On January 26, 27, 28, 1994, Mike, Wally, Larry, Jeff and Crow attended a "Collection System
Operators" Seminar.
*On February 10, 1994, Gary, Cheryl, Wally and Larry attended a "Sealcoating" Seminar.
*On February 28, 1994, Gary, Bill Hanson, Larry, Wally and Jeff attended a "Traffic Control"
Seminar.
*On March 8, 9, 10, 1994, Bill and Bill attended a Minnesota Rural Water Association Seminar.
*On March 28, 1994, Bill Hanggi, Cheryl and Steve attended a "Traffic Control" Seminar.
*On March 29, 1994, Larry and Wally attended a "Damage Prevention" Seminar.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4, 1994
Agenda Section: 13.
Report Number: 9 4-1113WS
Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description: Department Head Quarterly Report — Police
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.)
SUMMARY;
* The first two months of 1994 were spent in a cloud of dust.
It was distracting and stressful, but we managed to keep
pace with the day to day activities of the Police
Department. Records storage, evidence room, and property storage
are still in disarray, but in another month we should be set.
* Jack Chambers left the position of Investigator and was
replaced by Tim Brennan. Jack was assigned to the Patrol Division.
* Dave Brick was assigned to the Ramsey Co. Training Committee. Dave
replaced Jerry Johnson who served on that committee for a number of
years and did a great job.
* Two marked squads were ordered early in the year. Delivery
of these vehicles are expected any day now.
* A few of our officers have been practicing basketball with
New Brighton officers in preparation of a charity game to be held
at Irondale on April 15th.
* The following is major crimes reported in the first half of
1994:
Assaults 46 Burglary 8
Robbery 0 Theft 66
Arson 1 CSC 1
Veh. Theft 10
* Also 446 traffic tags issued and 318 AO's issued.
Tim amacher, P ce Chief
RECOMMENDATION:
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE April 4. 1994
Agenda Section: _ 15 •
Report Number: 94-1114WS
Report Date: 3-31-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description:
Discussion Regarding Position Reclassifications
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.)
SUMMARY;
Last May when Ric Minetor left the City, his duties were incorporated into
the duties of two existing positions; Planner and Public Works Supervisor.
The City also began utilizing a consulting engineer from SEH on some items
or activities which were beyond the scope of expertise of existing staff.
At that time, the Planner and Public Works Supervisor were not given salary
increases commensurate with their expanded duties, but instead'were moved
to the next step in their existing compensation program with the assurance
that both positions would be re-evaluated in one year.
It has been almost a year and time for a re-evaluation of both position
responsibilities and compensation structure. Also in need of consideration
is the responsibility and compensation structure of Tim Pittman's position.
He has been acting as second in command of the Public Works Department
since the death of Dick Schmidlin. I have placed this last on the agenda
with the idea that Council will be free to discuss this issue without the
presence ..=the staff in question. I will supply information on several
possibl- scenarios at or before Monday night's meeting.
dmantha 0 duno, City Administ or
RECOMMENDATION;
HAND CARRIED TO THE WORK SESSION
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA SESSION DATE APRIL 4, 1994
Agenda Section:
Report Number:
Report Date: 4-4-94
DISPOSITION
Item Description: RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.)
SUMMARY;
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Department Head: Planning Technician
Current Compensation: Step 4 $37,800
Step 5 $39,797.28 (July 13, 1994)
Responsibilities:
Supervises the following division functions:
Staff:
Planning
Engineering
Code Enforcement
Housing
I nspections
Permitting
Department Secretary
Building Official
Code Enforcement Officer
Housing Intern
Engineering Tech II
Consulting Engineer:
Short -Elliott -Hendrickson
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Samant a Orduo, City Aarninistrator
RECOMMENDATION;
Stanton positions reflecting top supervisory duties:
Director of Planning
Position Description:
Skill level - Top position in planning
Median Wage $53,710
Example of Duties - Manages and directs all activities in the planning
department. Responsible for budget, staff, planning strategies into the future,
and broad operational knowledge.
Minimum Qualifications - Extensive experience in performing urban/city
planning including several years of project responsibility and/or supervision of
others.
Community Development Director Median Wage: $60,885
Position Description:
Skill level - Top position in Community Development with oversight
responsibility in closely related areas such as planning, inspection, economic
development, code enforcement, parks and recreation engineering, property
management, etc.
Example of duties - Manages and directs all activities in the Community
Development function. Responsible for budget, staff and related operations.
Minimum Qualifications - Extensive experience and education in Community
Development with the ability to supervise, when required, in this or related
functions.
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Stanton Top "Planner" Position - Non -Supervisory
Senior Planner Median Wage: $44,587.50
Position Description:
Skill level - Top non -supervisor planning position.
Example of Duties - Performs top level professional planning work in
developing, coordinating and communicating broad aspects of community
planning or related planning areas for a governmental unit. May serve as
project head and direct others in projects but is not a true supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public
Administration, Urban/City Planning or equivalent and at least 6-8 years'
experience in program planning and evaluation.
Community Development Director under Stanton position classification No. 164
generally require 5-7 years in increasingly progressive supervisory positions. Position
is also primarily responsible for economic development, EDA or HRA activities.
However, few positions listed in Stanton have housing activities over and beyond
basic inspections.
Scenario No. 1
Reclassify Planning Technician to -Senior -Planner:
New salary range:
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
$35,670 $37,899.37 $40,128.75 $42,358.12 $44,587.50
*Reclassified Salary Step: Recommend no less than Step 3, with Step 4 after 6
months and Step 5 after one year.
Rationale: Reclassification is consistent with responsibilities and duties associated
with a primary City Planner.
Scenario No. 2
Reclassify position to Community Development Coordinator
New salary range:
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
$39,319 $41,776.44 $44,233.87 $46,691.31 $49,148.75
*Reclassified Salary Step: Step 1 immediately, Step 2 after 6 months, Step 3 after
one year, Step 4 after 2 years and Step 5 after 3 years.
Rationale: Reclassification and corresponding salary schedule is consistent with the
duties and responsibilities of primary City Planner as well as supervisory
responsibilities for department's primary and auxiliary functions.
Scenario No. 3
Reclassify position to Community Development Director
New salary range:
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
$42,448.67 $45,101.71 $47,754.75 $51,999.62 $53,060.83
*Reclassified Salary Step: Step 1 immediately, Step 2 after 6 months, Step 3 after 1
year, Step after 2 years and Step 5 after 3 years.
Rationale: Reclassification and corresponding salary is consistent with responsibilities
of primary City Planner, Supervision of department primary and auxiliary functions in
an expanded form, i.e., established housing inspection program, redevelopment
activities consistent with accelerated overall economic redevelopment plan requiring
increased planning and engineering and code enforcement activities.
Scenario No. 4
No reclassification at this time. Salary Step program remains at current levels.
Rationale: Requires no budgetary increase. However, it is doubtful current Planning
Technician will remain in the expanded pattern long and a replacement planner will
be difficult (at best) under current responsibility load and salary schedule.
Staff Recommendation
While Scenario No. 1 represents a salary increase for current incumbent, it does not
reflect the compensation for significant expansion of duties and responsibilities the
incumbent has assumed since May of 1993. Stanton's description for this position
does not include supervisory responsibilities and is not representative of the
leadership/managerial skills required for overall department operations.
Scenario No. 3 better represents the position and corresponding salary range that
may be required in the future if the City is successful in launching and sustaining an
accelerated economic redevelopment, housing rehab/inspections program, increased
and on -going F-T code enforcement and significant infrastructure reconstruction. This
Scenario more closely reflects an experienced individual with 5-7 years of supervisory
responsibilities in all related areas.
Scenario No. 4 is not recommended as it represents a "no -win", "no -growth" scenario.
It will result in continued frequent turnover and overall increased costs for "down
time", advertising and training.
Staff recommends implementation of Scenario No. 2, effective April 1, 1994, for
current Planning Technician. This Scenario reflects a position reclassification and a
salary adjustment consistent with current and anticipated responsibilities, inclusive of
supervisory and primary planning functions.
HAND CARRRIED TO THE WORK SESSION
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section:
STAFF REPORT Report Number:
AGENDA SESSION DATE APRIL 4, 1994 Report Date:. 4-4-9t
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DISPOSITION
Item Description:
RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS
Administrator's Review/Recommendation:
- No comments to supplement this report
- Comments attached.
Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.)
SUMMARY:
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Department Head: Public Works Supervisor
Current Compensation: Step 5 $49,725.72
Responsibilities:
Supervises the following division functions:
Streets
Water
Sewer
Garage/Fleet Maintenance
Staff: Secretary
6 Maintenance Workers
Stanton Position Description:
Public Works Superintendent: Median Wage: $48,585 (1993 + 2.5%)
Skill level - Managerial position normally involving second -line supervision and overall
responsibility for a department within Public Works, Highway or similar section of
goy- • ••ent. Second -level management position in maintenance.
uno, City Administrator
Example of Duties - Plans and supervises operations of a department, such as Street,
Highway, Utilities, Park or Maintenance. Delegates specific responsibilities to foremen.
Schedule crews. Inspects projects.
Minimum Qualifications - Typically 5 or more years' experience in a Street, Highway,
Utilities, Park or Maintenance Department, including one year of supervisory experience
OR equivalent.
The Stanton position description details a "second in command" position, not the primary
supervisory/managerial position.
The Stanton group 5 cities indicate 11 cities that have Public Work Directors who are not
registered professional engineers. The average wage of those cities is $61,180. The following -
scenarios are suggested for Council consideration:
Scenario No. 1:
Reclassify the position to Public Works Superintendent
New Salary Range: Average of Superintendent Mean and Average of Non -Engineer
Public Works Director
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
$43,906 $46,650 $49,935 $52,138 $54,883
Reclassified Salary Step: Move to Step 4 immediately, Step 5 after 1 year.
Rationale: Action is consistent with current job responsibilities which are, due to our size, a
combination of superintendent and Public Works Director.
Scenario N. 2:
Reclassify position to Public Works Director
New Salary Range: Based on average of Stanton 5 Mean for non -City Engineer Public Works
Director position:
Step 1
Step 2 Step 3
Step 4 Step 5
$48,944 $52,003 $55,062 $58,121 $61,180
Reclassified Salary Step: Move to Step 2 immediately, Step 3 after 1 year, Step 4 after 2 years,
Step 5 after 3 years.
Rationale: If the Council wishes to reinstate the position of Public Works Director, this
reclassification is consistent with the supervisory, managerial and administrative duties currently
demonstrated by the Public Works Supervisor.
Staff Recommendation:
The position of top supervisory employee for the Public Works Department is one that has
involved controversy over the years. In the past, the top person has been a Public Works
Director/City Engineer then Foreman and back to Public Works Director/City Engineer. In the
mid-1980's, the City had a Public Works Director/City Engineer and then Public Works Foreman
at a time when the County or contract providers were responsible for snowplowing, patching,
street sweeping, cracksealing and all forms of pavement management. Also, the City lacked
any formal preventive maintenance and inspection programs for underground utilities or the
operational responsibility for a sophisticated water treatment facility. It was not until the current
Public Works Supervisor and former Public Works Director/City Engineer that the City's public
works operations expanded to the current levels of service. The City assumed responsibility for
plowing and related activities just prior to Ric Minetor's employment.
The level of service, operational technology, preventive maintenance and strategic departmental
planning have greatly expanded in the past several years. The duties and responsibilities that
were consistent with the position of Public Works Director in the past bear little resemblance to
the duties and responsibilities currently undertaken by the top supervisory person, the Public
Works Supervisor.
Public Works Lead Pay
Since the current Public Works Supervisor has assumed expanded duties, the responsibility for
second in command duties has fallen to Tim Pittman. When the Public Works Supervisor is at
meetings, training sessions or in consultation with developers or the engineer, Mr. Pittman
assumes the duties more consistent of a foreman or lead person.
The current hierarchy of Public Works position and responsibilities demonstrates a need to
evaluate a "lead" Public Works position to formally act in a second -in -command capacity.
While it is not recommended that the City create a foreman position at this time, it is
recommended that Mr. Pittman be formally designated as the second -in -command with the
additional designation as "lead" with a salary adjustment of $.75 per hour increase.
Current salary: $14.73/hour
1994 Adjustment of 2.5% $15.10/hour
$.75/hr. lncrease $15.85/hour
1993 Stanton Lead Pay (does not include 1994 adjustments of 2-3%)
Apple Valley $16.83
Roseville $15.67
Chanhassen $17.84
Champlin $15.77
Average: $16.53
THIS IS IT....
For the Week of March 28, 1994 - April 1, 1994
Employees
Cathy Bennett, the City's new Economic Development Coordinator and Jennifer
Bergman, the City's new Housing Intern will officially begin employment with the City
of Mounds View on Monday. Cathy will be in attendance at the Work Session and the
Strategic Planning Session next weekend. What a busy introduction to the public
sector!
Carla Asleson's last day will be Wednesday, April 7th, so Monday night will be her
last Council meeting. We are planning a luncheon farewell party for Wednesday.
Details will be finalized in time for the Monday night meeting.
Paster Enterprises
I had lunch with Sharie Timmons of Paster Enterprises this week to discuss Paster's
plans for leasing the vacant stores in the shopping center. Although nothings is
finalized, Sharie thinks there may be a deal in the works to lease half of the old
Country Club market. The key to the future success of that center is centered on
leasing the old market's space. She is going to pursue a bakery, shoe repair,
computer store (old and new) a same day service dry cleaners and an upscale
consignment shop.
Business Association
The Business Association met today and developed an outstanding Mission
Statement. The May Council Work Session is the meeting that representatives of the
Business Association are scheduled to meet with the City Council to update the
Council on the organization's goals and discuss how the private/public partnership
can be strengthen.
City Hall Open House
Reminder that the Open House is scheduled for May 9th from 5-7 p.m.
Cruikshank's absence
Tim has been on vacation since Tuesday. He and Julie are brand new homeowners
and are using this time to make the move from the apartment to the new home in St.
Paul. Since his absence, the network crashed, the copier broke down just before the
agendas were to be run, the postage machine is on the fritz, there is a seam tearing
in the new carpet, the refrigerator was put in the wrong area and Paul and I had to
move it into the right room, Cathy's computer is torn apart and the heating system is.
making "funny noises". And, to top that off Carla's been out sick, Barb has been out
sick and Dennis called in sick. Who said people aren't indispensable?
Prosecutor Interviews
On Tuesday, Tim Ramacher, Tim Brennan and I interviewed three candidates for the
position of City Prosecutor; Tom Hughes of Hughes and Costello, Paul Ostrow of
Sweeney, Borer and Ostrow and Steve Tallen. The interview team will be
recommending that the Council appoint Tom Hughes as the City Prosecutor at the
April 11, 1994 Council meeting. Tom is currently the New Brighton prosecutor and
has handled Mounds View prosecutions in the past. Because Mark Karney's service
with the City terminates on March 31, 1994, I have asked Tom to assume our case
load beginning April 1st. His appointment as City Prosecutor is contingent upon
Council approval of his appointment. The Committee is also recommending that we
bring Tom on board under a $3,000/month retainer. The flat fee arrangement will very
likely result in a significant cost savings for the City, especially when we accelerate
our code enforcement activities.
PARKS:
Monday Steve attended traffic workshop which dealt with the importance
of record keeping and documentation, something that he could easily
transfer to parks work. Jeff put up the volleyball and tennis nets at
various parks, ready for the week that the children have off of school.
Tuesday Jeff and Steve completed the repair job at Lakeside Park,
straightening the retaining wall which had bowed with the rain runoff.
The intention was to level each of the ballfields, starting with Edgewood
#1. However, the ground was still too frozen and the weather during the
early week days was too cold. Hopefully Thursday will be warm enough
to get some of this work completed.
Graffiti is still our frustration. Steve and Jeff tried some chemicals
suggested by Councilmember Quick but to no avail. Graffiti seems to be
a curse that we cannot rid of, the graffiti just won't come out! We have a
couple samples of chemicals used by the schools that we will try.
Something has got to work!
RECREATION:
Athletic registrations are continuing for summer activities. Spring
programs began this week, with Spring swimming soon to begin. The
adult managers meetings will be held next week as well as the umpires
meetings. Adult play begins April 18th - hope for good weather!
We are all working on information for the May/June summer brochure. It
is a big one that covers programs through August. We think that we
have some pretty exciting activities planned for the summer.
GOLF COURSE:
The "tee off" was held Monday, March 28 with the first golf balls being hit
by the Council and Task Force. Construction should begin soon, with
Veit doing the work. Bids are let for the golf course clubhouse and
maintenance garage, due April 6th.
Applications for Golf Course Superintendent are being received until April
11. We have received many calls from all over the USA and many from
Minnesota.
FORESTRY:
Rick's crew removed the bushes from the front of City Hall. They will be
doing lots of planting this Spring. Arbor Day activities with Pinewood
students will also be help in early May. Rick is also awaiting word on
grants that have been submitted. The contractors for tree work in 1994
has been approved by all the City Councils and Rick has been making
arrangements with them for work which will soon begin.
CABLE TV:
Jerry just informed us that he and Leslie and Erin are expecting a baby
April 14th. Jerry is never one to announce things too early. Actually, we
feel quite fortunate to know before the baby is here this time!
Congratulations! We anxiously await the announcement of the new
arrival.
Jerry is working on "A. View From the Mound" this week. He has been
showing work to be contracted to different people for cabling and the
podium.
He continues to work on the cabling and fixing up the studio so that it is
functional. Additional counters and shelving will be necessary to make
his space efficient.
DAY OFF MONDAY
I will be taking the day off Monday since my children have the dayoff of
school. I feel very courageous because I am hosting 20 people for
Easter Day dinner! I'm sure to need the day on Monday to recuperate.
My family and I are singing in a choir at the Sunday Sunrise Service
beginning at 6 a.m. at the Sunset Memorial Mausoleum. It is quite an
experience to sing with a full choir in that resonant ornate building.
Wishing you all a Happy Easter!
THANKS, THANKS, THANKS:
Special thanks to Councilmember Trude for the assistance on the ISTEA
grant - calling and rallying support letters from politicians and
governmental units. It is nice to have that kind of help because every bit
of influence and communication provides that much more possibility for
success.
This last Monday night (yes, Monday) was a busy one. No Tess
than five different juvenile problems were reported. A great deal of
time was spent on each call. We can't wait until summer.
The Chief and Investigator Brennan helped interview
applicants for the position of City Attorney.
Tom Baumgart and Jack Chambers attended
defensive driving school in St. Cloud.
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The Lion's Club is having their annual Easter Egg Hunt in the Police
garage this Saturday.
Tim R.
FINANCE
The Super Snoops (the auditors) have arrived. They should be
here for about two weeks.
Hope to get the Budget Book to the printer this week.
Surveyed Metropolitan Area Cities to see if anyone has a Financial
Policies Board. Only five cities do. Have a draft of an Ordinance
establishing ours in the packet for your consideration.
Cleaned my office last week! Come and see it, as it probably won't
be this neat for long.
Don B.
The ditch cleaning project has been put on hold by the Rice Creek Watershed. Kate
Dewery informed us that we needed to submit a more detailed plan. SEH has been
contracted to obtain this required information.
The Water Plant revisions are nearing an end with the final punch list at #2 and start
up of #3 on April 4, 1994. The water quality is excellent!!
We assisted New Brighton in inspecting and cleaning a sewer line. It appears they
have a MAJOR break. (Better them than us!)
Cheryl has been out of work the majority of the month due to a back injury that
occurred off duty.
Cheryl, Bill Hanggi and Steve, attended a "Traffic Control" Seminar on March 28,
1994.
Larry and Wally attended a "Damage Prevention Safety" Seminar on March 29, 1994.
Road Restrictions/Overload Permits Policy is going extremely well in its third year. No
violations have been cited.
Gary has been at City Hall doing odd jobs; he resumed sweeping March 30. The
amount of material recovered from winter operations is minimized due to the use of
deicing chemicals. This practice not only makes our roads safer in the winter but
also in the spring, because vehicles don't skid or slide on the loose sand.
Ramsey County started street sweeping on March 28, 1994. They are trying a newer
practice this year by sweeping at night. We have loaned them a gate opener so they
are able to use our water fill station after hours.
Submitted by Mike Ulrich
A note submitted by Tracy
The Public Works Department received a gracious telephone call from Mrs. Doriene
Croteau of 2259 Terrace Drive, commending our department on the excellent
snowplowing and sanding. we do in our City.
This is one of our elderly residents that we sand and plow a little more thoroughly in
front of her driveway and mailbox. This is on Gary Kardell's route and he says, "that
when she hears the snowplow, she stands in front of her window waving, he honks
the horn and she just beams ear to ear!"
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
2908 Ardan Avenue
Staff got some very good news on the burned -out house at 2908 Ardan Avenue this
week. First, a call was taken from a person who was very interested in purchasing
the property, razing the house and rebuilding. Staff gave the person all requested
information and told them to contact the City if they had any further questions. Also,
a call was received from a demolition company regarding the permits necessary for
demolishing the house. Staff got the impression that the house will be razed in the
next few months.
C. G. Hill Project
Staff has been working with Tim Nelson of Everest all this week on the materials
which will need to be submitted as part of the Hill development. Staff anticipates that
this item will be at the Planning Commission level in April and move to the Council in
May. During the discussions with Everest, Staff was asked to do some research on
Park Dedication Fees which may have been previously paid on a portion of the Hill
project site. Because the Municipal Code does not allow the City to. collect Park
Dedication Fees on the same piece of land twice, the outcome of this research could
have financial ramifications. Staff will keep the Council updated on this item as
information becomes available.
Paul
TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: SAMANTHA ORDUNO, CITY ADMINI
DATE: MARCH 31, 1994
RE: INDEX FOR WEEK OF APRIL 4,
SESSION
MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 4, 1994
Council Work Session, Monday, April 4, 1994, 7:00 p.m.
EDA Board Meeting Immediately Following Council Meeting
ITEMS PROVIDED IN THIS WEEK'S COUNCIL PACKET
This Is It!
Agenda
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ADMINISTRATOR'S SCHEDULE
(Please note that this schedule is subject to change as
meetings are scheduled, rescheduled or canceled. At any time
Audrey, Michele, or Tim C. will have my most current schedule
and a number where I can be reached at all times.)
Monday, April 4
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. New Employee Orientation (Jennifer & Cathy)
7:00 p.m. Council Work Session
Tuesday, April 5
9:00 a.m. Department Head Meeting
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
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MARCH 31, 1994
Wednesday, April 6
2:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 7
Friday, April 8
Meeting with Al Anderson - Everest
11:30 a.m. Luncheon Meeting - Susan B. Anthony Awards