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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packets - 1993/12/07 11111111111i111111111111:!.iDECEMBERITilliagailligniii COUNCIL111111111111111COUNCILIWORICSESSIONimiiiiiii 1 . Environmental Quality Task Force ,1993 Work Plan (to be provided by Richard Oman) 2. 1993 Budget - Impact of 1992 Local Government Aid Payment Increase 3. Update on Groveland Security Light (per Councilmember Quick) 4. Discussion of "Star of the North Games" 5. Review of Snowplowing Policy 6. Update on Golf Course Task Force 7. 1993 Strategic Planning Session 8. Discussion Regarding Transportation Utility Resolution 9. Discussion Regarding Charter Commission Appointments 10. Discussion Regarding Mid American Auto TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: SAMANTHA ORDUNO, CITY ADMINISTRAT• ! r DATE: DECEMBER 3, 1992 � RE: INDEX FOR WEEK OF DECEMBER 7, 1992 - CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 7, 1992 . Monday, December 7, 1992, City Council Work Session ITEMS PROVIDED IN THIS WEEK'S COUNCIL PACKET . This Is It! . Agenda ****************** 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, December 7 7:00 p.m. Council Work Session Tuesday, December 8 9:00 a.m. Staff Meeting Wednesday, December 9 6:00 p.m. Public Hearing on 1993 City Budget MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL PAGE TWO DECEMBER 3, 1992 Thursday, December 10 9:30 a.m. TUG Meeting - Golden Valley 1 :00 p.m. City Hall Closed - Employee Christmas Party Friday, December 11 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 2. STAFF REPORT Report Number: 92-419WS EUe AGENDA SESSION DATE December 7, 1992 Report Date: 12-3-92 DISPOSITION Item Description: LOCAL GOVERNMENT AID PAYMENT INCREASE Administrator's Review/Recommendation: - No comments to supplement this report - Comments attached. Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.) SUMMARY; The attached memorandum from the League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) indicates that the City can expect a one time increase in its 1992 Local Government Aid payments. This amount will be added to the December 26, 1992 payment. Official notification from the Department of Revenue will be sent with the December 26 payment. The LMC was advised by the Department of Revenue that the increase would be approximately 8.5% of the total amount of LGA and Equalization Aid each city was certified to receive in 1992. Upon the basis of that information I estimate that the City can expect to receive an additional $47,700.in LGA this year. The LMC has suggested three possible ways for cities to respond to the increased payment of LGA: • Use the expected LGA increase to reduce 1993 property taxes • Use the actual LGA increase on needed special projects or maintenance which has been deferred • Use the actual LGA increase to reduce 1994 property taxes. I will calculate the impact of using the expected LGA increase to reduce 1993 property taxes and I will bring that information to the December 7 Council Work Session. Staff will be prepared to discuss this matter further with Council at the Work Session. RECOMMENDATION; Donald Brager, Finance ector " _ --- 1v9fit° _ 3490 Lexington Avenue North 0,..123466) St. Paul,MN 55126 ry°�° R, 41,9 League of Minnesota Cities (612)490-5600 N pE�1 ?.d N N Rec�ty oe ``' December 26 LGA Payments to Increase Mounas‘'e'" \�'°" November 30, 1992 "c-jzoz6 (3‘1> Dear City Official: Due to stronger than expected sales tax revenues, the Local Government Trust Fund (LGTF) is now projected to have a surplus of approximately $30 million for the current biennium. Under current law, this money must be distributed to local governments in proportion to their LGA, equalization aid and community social services aid for 1992. The resulting aid increases will be one-time increases that will not be built into the aid base for future year aid distributions. The Department of Revenue advised us today that the aid increase will be approximately 8.5% of the total amount of LGA and equalization aid each city was originally certified to receive in calendar year 1992. This amount will be added to the December 26 payment. At this time, the Department of Revenue does not intend to notify cities of the amount of the increase prior to the time checks are mailed for the December payment. The LGTF is working as intended, with the amount of property tax relief increasing as revenues into the Trust Fund increase. City LGA was cut in 1991 and 1992, and the sales tax was imposed on local government purchases in order to balance the state budget. The aid increase this December will help offset the impact of the state sales tax that cities now must pay, will help make up for cuts in 1991 and 1992, and will help prevent future property tax increases. Unfortunately, the timing of the official notice from the Department of Revenue that will accompany the December payment will be too late for cities to adjust their 1993 levies to reflect the additional state aid. How should cities respond? Even without official notice from the state, some cities may want to reduce their 1993 property tax levies to reflect the additional revenue they expect to receive in December. Others may want to spend the money on needed special projects or maintenance that has been deferred. Finally, others may want to save the money to help reduce their property tax levy for 1994. There is some risk in each approach. The most important advice we can offer is for you to clearly document your use of this unanticipated aid increase. For example,if you decide to reduce your 1993 levy, clearly document and publicize the amount and reason for the reduction. Similarly,if you save the money to reduce your 1994 levy, make this decision public and explicit, and earmark the money separate from your other fund balances. Finally, if you decide to spend the money on special projects or deferred n aintenance, document those costs, and be prepared to defend your decision. This last alternative. may carry the most risk, because of possible legislative action during the 1993 legislative session and the projected shortfall in the LGTF for the next biennium. Since this is a one-time aid increase we do not recommend that it be used to fund ongoing operating cost increases that will require increased revenues in future years. It is not clear yet whether this will be a significant or sensitive issue at the Legislature. We will keep you informed if it does become important. In the meantime please call me or Gary Carlson if you have any questions about this. Ve you , Don Diddams Senior legislative representative Note: This is not an official notification of a change in your LGA amount for 1992. Official notification from the Minnesota Department of Revenue will accompany the December 26 payment. nlor REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 3_ 010438 STAFF REPORT Report Number: 92-420WS EC" AGENDA SESSION DATE December 7, 1992 Report Date: 12-3-92 DISPOSITION Item Description: Update on Groveland Security Light Administrator's Review/Recommendation: - No comments to supplement this report - Comments attached. Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.) SUMMARY; Councilmember Quick requested that I look into options for the security light at Groveland Park located on the northeast side of the basketball court. The light is providing enough light for youth to be playing on the basketball court during late hours of the evening, and making enough noise to disturb neighboring residents. I have requested Bacon Electric to look into the situation. Don from Bacon Electric has provided several options and estimated costs for each. The options are as follows: Option # 1 Disconnect the security light. The wires would simply be disconnected. The result will be that the fixture would be present, but it would not be functioning. The estimated cost is $45.00. Option #2 Move the fixture to another pole, possibly the southeast pole the one that the electrical box is on. The wires could be fed to this location. The estimated cost is $500.00. This may not result in a remedy because there will be enough light for the bangboard, and perhaps enough spill light to the basketball court. Option #3 Put in a directional light either at the northeast or southeast pole shining towards the park building. This may still allow enough light for basketball play. Such directional lighting is provided at Lambert Park shining towards the new playground equipment. The cost of this option is approximately $750.00. . /1/� �%.�1/if t ry Saarion, Director RECOMMENDATIONS FParks, Recreation and Forestry Mayor and City Council Page two Option #4 Another option is to have the light put on a photo cell that tells it to turn off at 10:00 p.m. when park curfew is in effect. However, this would not serve as a security light, rather it would serve as a play light only in the fall months after daylight savings time has discontinued and until the snow arrives. This option would only cost approximately $45.00. Option #5 A final option is to leave the light as is. Historical perspective: The security light was originally installed at the request of the residents. A security light was requested at each of the facility areas including the court area, building, playground and finally the picnic area, which is the last area to have security lighting. The park is closed after 10:00 p.m. If people are in the park after this time and if they are a nuisance the police should be called. Play in the park during park hours (6am - 10pm) is encouraged. There is a short timespan between the time when the weather is yet pleasant, and daylight savings has ended resulting in extended dark evenings, and snow has not yet arrived - - - all factors in providing the elements for youth to be playing in the park during dark until later hours. The chances of favorable weather enticing basketball play into the late hours of the night lessen as winter snows and cold approaches. The trouble time seems to be the months of October and November depending upon the weather. In all likelihood, this problem did not occur last year because of the early snow, and other years Iecause perhaps because of early cold temperatures. However, during mild late Autumns like this year, this problem most likely appears. The problem will probably disappear with the arrival of snow and cold weather. Another possible remedy would be the request of the police to drive by the park and enforce curfew when nuisance park users are present. These options and any others that you may wish to suggest are open for discussion at the Work Session on December 7, 1992. I will await your direction in this matter. REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 4. OU[- _.-nitADS STAFF REPORT Report Number: 92-421W5 EN Report Date: 12-3-92 AGENDA SESSION DATE December 7, 1992 DISPOSITION Item Description: Discussion of "Star of the North Games" Administrator's Review/Recommendation: - No comments to supplement this report - Comments attached. Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.) SUMMARY; The Star of the North Games are being sponsored by the North Suburban Communities during the summer of 1993. The City of Mounds View has been asked to participate in the program. Mary has been attending meetings and is a member of the Steering Committee and has volunteered to help on the Athletic Games committee. The committee has asked for a list of facilities that could be used for the Games. We have submitted the list. It is anticipated that the Steering Committee will choose to facilitate activities at athletic complexes of which we have none. It is most likely that complexes such as Fridley and Blaine will be used for athletic competitions. Therefore, it is anticipated that our volunteer service will be the most probable assistance that the City of Mounds View will have to offer. We can help promote the Games and assist in organizing lodging, etc. The benefit of participating in this endeavor is that the City of Mounds View will be named on all of publicity and announcements. It is a good name recognition benefit and puts the City of Mounds View in the limelight along with the other neighboring cities. It is a good public relations activity. I have attached three information papers about the Summer Games. It is my request that Council will adopt a recommended resolution for our joint sponsorship of the 1993 Star of the North Games. .1.4...&,‘„ <'. �Saarlon, Director Mai" Parks, " ecreation and Forestry RECOMMENDATION: i I 1993 Star of the North 11/ Summer Games The Star of the North Summer Games,founded in 1988,provides all Minnesota citizens with the opportunity to experience amateur MEDALS &AWARDS sports in a friendly atmosphere of fun and open participation that promotes health,fitness and good sportsmanship. Commemorative gold,aver and bronze medallions will be The purpose of the Games is threefold in that it promotes the awarded to the top three finishers in each competitive category. concepts of health and fitness through participation regardless of age Each participant in the 1993 Star of the North Summer Games will or ability;supports Minnesota's amateur sport associations;and receive a t—shirt and participant packet,as well as an a1-events generates significant soda)and economic benefits for communities pass for free admission to all activities and special events. hosting the Games. WHEN ARE THE GAMES? OLYMPIC PAGEANTRY The 1993 Star of the North Summer Games will be hosted by the The Star of the North Summer Games includes all the drama and Twin Cities north metro communities of Blaine,Circle Pines,Fridley, excitement of the Olympic Games,with a torch run and opening Mounds View,New Brighton and Spring Lake Park on June 25—27. ceremony.There will also be a free family fitness walk,athletes dinner and community dance as part of the opening ceremony PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS festivities.M special events associated with the Summer Games are designed to be fun and entertaining for the entire family. The Star of the North Games is open to all Minnesotans, regardless of age or ability,who have resided in the state for at least 30 days prior to the start of the event. OTHER WAYS TO PARTICIPATE COMPETITION CATEGORIES It takes significant support from hundreds of volunteers to stage the Star of the North Summer Games. If you would like more Competitions are generally divided by age groups for males and information on how to serve as a volunteer or help sponsor the 1993 females,with selected events for physically challenged and special Summer Games,please contact the Star of the North State Games athletes. A tentative schedule of events for the 1993 Summer offices. Games indudes: Archery Horseshoes Synchro Swimming Badminton Judo Taekwondo FOR MORE INFORMATION Baseball Karate Tennis 1993 Star of the North Summer Games Basketball Powertifting Track&Field North Metro Organizing Committee Cycling Racquetball Volleyball 1700—105th Avenue N.E P.O.Box 49144 Diving Soccer Water Siding Blaine,MN 55449 Golf Softball Weightlifting Telephone:612-785-5678 Gymnastics Swimming Wrestling Toll Free(Greater Minnesota)1-800-756-STAR NEWS & INFORMATION . STAR OF THE NORTH STATE GAMES MINNESOTA AMATEUR SPORTS COMMISSION 1700 105TH AVENUE N.E. • P.O. Box 34144 BLAINE,• MINNESOTA 55434 . OF TELEPHONE: (612) 785-5678 / FAX: (612) 785-5699 7Mt MOH VM ST CAW.. FOR RELEASE: Immediately, 11/2/92 CONTACT: Barclay Kruse, Local Director COMMITTEE CHAIRS & VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR 1993 SUMMER GAMES Blaine, Minn. --- Officials from the North Metro Organizing Committee announced today that volunteers are needed to help chair various administrative, marketing and sport operations committees in preparation for the 1993 Star of the North Summer Games. The 1993 Summer Games feature more than 25 different sports and recreational activities and will be conducted on June 25-27 in six communities, including Blaine, Circle Pines, Fridley, Mounds View, New Brighton and Spring Lake Park. The Star of the North State Games, created in 1988, is open to all Minnesota residents, regardless of age or ability while promoting fitness, health and good sportsmanship. "This is an opportunity for citizens in these communities to be part of a statewide amateur sports festival, " said (Name) , chair for the North Metro Organizing Committee. "It also provides individuals the chance to showcase their talents in a fun, family- oriented environment. " The various administrative committees include communications, decorations, hospitality, medical services, participant services, registration services, security, special events and volunteer recruitment and services. There is also the need for chairs in fund raising, public relations, publications, media operations and marketing and promotion. Individuals with special interests in volunteering for a particular sport or recreational event are also needed. For more information on how to volunteer as a committee chair, contact the Star of the North State Games at 785-5678. # # # # # (For more information, contact the Star of the North State Games at 612-785-5678 . ) SC • (' LUTHERAN • nom"`'' • 4m ann __ .BROTHERHOOD �. ►�CCO _-= • = A f.,.....Se..M%.r.1 . . c 1993 Star of the North Summer Games Background Information What The Star of the North Summer Games is an Olympic-style, multi-sport competition held annually for all Minnesota amateur athletes regardless of age of ability. Who Nearly 10,000 participants from over 300 Minnesota communities are expected to compete in the 1993 Summer Games. When June 24-27, 1993. Where The Twin Cities north metro communities of Blaine, Circle Pines, Fridley, Mounds View, New Brighton and Spring Lake Park. Olympic Pageantry The Star of the North Summer Gams includes all the drama and excitement of an Olympic Games, complete with a torch run and an official ceremony. The official ceremony features a parade of athletes and lighting of the Star of the North flame. Medals Commemorative gold, silver and bronze . . medallions will be Awarded to the top three finishers in each competitive category. More than 7,000 medals will be awarded during the 1993 Summer Games. Sports Archery, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cycling, Diving, Family Fitness Walk, Golf, Gymnastics, Horseshoes, Judo, Karate, Powerlifting, Racquetball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Synchronized Swimming, Taekwondo, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Skiing, Weightlifting, Wrestling. Summer Games Year Host Cities Participants Calendar 1988 St. Cloud 4,354 1989 Burnsville 13,966 1990 Rochester 10,043 1991 Blaine-Coon Rapids 9,618 1992 Moorhead 5,'460 it0,1' f,S�� 1993 Twin Cities North Metro 10,000+ v`" 1994 Rochester 8,000+ 1995 Mankato Area 8,000+ 1996 Moorhead 5,000+ REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 5. Report Number: 92-422WS ��n��� STAFF REPORT it C��° AGENDA SESSION DATE December 7, 1992 Report Date: 12-3-92 DISPOSITION • Item Description: Review of Snow Plowing Policy Administrator's Review/Recommendation: s Y - No comments to supplement this report - Comments attached. Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.) SUMMARY A number of concerns regarding our snow plowing policy have been brought to our attention by residents and council members. There appear to be 4 major issues to discuss. These are the amount of snowfall at which plowing operations begin, replacement of mail boxes, blocking of sidewalks and driveways from private snow clearing operations, and repair of boulevard damage from snow plowing. As part of our research into these issues, we contacted a number of adjacent cities regarding their operations. Arden Hills, New Brighton, Roseville, Shoreview, Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids, and Fridley all begin snow plowing after 2 inches of snow have fal- len. Spring Lake Park begins plowing after 3 inches of snowfall. The depth of snow is not "cast in stone", judgment of the direc- tor or' superintendent also comes into play. Should snow fall occur early in the fall or late in. the spring and temperatures are such as to melt the snow quickly, then plowing may not occur if there is no danger to traffic. Plowing also is a concern for early morning rush hour traffic. Crews are called out to allow the main streets to be cleared prior to rush hour when possible. This may dictate beginning operations prior to the 2 inches of snowfall if the weather forecast does indicate that the snow .will continue. It should be noted the our labor agreement with the maintenance workers allows us to call them into work early without paying overtime unless the work shift extends beyond 8 hours. Staff has identified several concerns regarding waiting until 3 or 4 inches of snow has fallen to begin plowing. The additional time and amount of snowfall may cause compaction of snow, espe- cially wet, heavy snowfalls. This results in ruts and icy patches which contribute to dangerous driving conditions. Clearing of compacted snow is difficult for our equipment. The greater amount - continued - RE( OMMENDATIONz _. � / ` / .r.46, of compaction could require specialized equipment such as road graders or tandem trucks with underbody blades. These would have to be rented or contracted and would increase costs. Greater quantities of salt and sand would be required to cut through the snow pack; and salt is ineffective at lower temperatures. Again this would increase costs. Finally, the wear and tear on equip- ment is much greater when plowing heavier snows and/or in condi- tions of compaction. We have, at times, had to plow under these conditions and we have had additional repair expenses. The main benefit identified for waiting for heavier snowfalls is supposed cost savings. The major cost savings would be in a storm that lasted only long enough that beginning after 3 or 4 inches of snowfall, the entire city would be completed without overtime costs. This may not be the case since heavier snows may require plowing at lower speeds, therefore negating any time savings. The detriments listed above also indicate that any savings anticipat- ed may not actually materialize. The second issue of concern is that of replacing mail boxes. Our policy is to replace mail boxes that are physically struck by a plow blade or other piece of equipment. If snow rolling off the blade damages the mail box, then the City does not participate in the repair of the mail box. If the cause of the damage is disput- ed, the Clerk-Administrator determines the issue with appeals handled by Council. Most other cities have similar policies. There have been some residents that feel the mail box should be replaced by the City in any case that snow plowing operations are the cause of the damage. This would include old posts that are rotten and can no longer support the mail box when snow is blown onto it, or possibly improperly installed mail boxes that are too close to the road or are too low. In discussing this issue with our operators, it became apparent that in many instances resi- dents do not contact the City and make repairs themselves, and in other instances have asked for repairs when other vehicles have caused the damage. While we have not kept records of mail boxes damaged by snow rolling off plow blades, the staff believes there are probably 2 to 3 dozen instances each year. In a bad year maybe 50 mail boxes are damaged. If the Council determines to accept responsibility for any snow plow operations damage, the cost would be approx- imately $25 per mail box plus labor for installation, or roughly up to $1, 250 per year and 25 to 30 hours of labor at $20 per hour. Another concern is the blocking of sidewalks and drives when private snow plow operators clear private property such as park- ing lots and driveways. Many of these operators plow snow over a sidewalk as they plow a parking lot or drive and do not return to clean the sidewalk which leaves a windrow of snow across the sidewalk. In some instances this can occur as snow is pushed past a driveway also. Often the plow operator plows snow out of a lot and across the street to leave the snow on the opposite side from where it originated. This can cause subsequent plowing problems and in some cases is the cause of blocked driveways. Our ordi- nances currently require operators to clean the street surface after they plow, but does not restrict them from carrying the snow across a street or from depositing the snow on other proper- ty than where it originated. If the Council feels this should be changed staff could prepare an ordinance addressing the issue for Council's consideration. The last area of concern is the issue of snow plow damage to boulevards. Our policy is to repair the scraped areas where plow blades gouge the boulevard in the spring after the threat of snowfall is past. Repairs are made with topsoil and seed. There have been a few residents that request sod to repair the damage and some have even suggested that the City pay for the sod and they will do the repair themselves. At least a few cities have tried this approach by telling residents that sod will be avail- able on certain weekends and the residents that wish to repair boulevards are allowed to pick up sod at a central location. Some cities have even tried to deliver sod to the areas needing repair on a predetermined date agreeable to residents. Staff's concerns are that this could lead to problems for elderly or other resi- dents that are unable or unwilling to do the labor. Also the cost would likely be $1 ,000 to $2,000 per year. We currently budget $150 each year for topsoil and seed for boulevard repair. I have attached a copy of the Snow and Ice Control Policy. There is at least one update required, the section referencing parking. We have not prepared an update at this time pending the outcome of discussion on the above issues. Staff would like to receive direction from Council as to what sections of the policy should be updated and what the updates should contain. SNOW AND ICE CONTROL POLICY DETERMINATION OF NEED AND INTRODUCTION The City of Mounds View has determined that it is in the best interests of the residents for the City to assume basic responsibility for control of snow and ice on streets under the jurisdiction of the City. Appropriate snow and ice control is necessary for emergency services as well as routine travel . Providing this service in a cost effective manner is a discretionary decision of the City Council. Previously the City contracted with Ramsey County for these services; due to concerns with the cost effectiveness of contracting as well as timeliness of service, the City will now use City employees and equipment to provide this service. Therefore; this policy is needed to provide direction for these operations and guidelines for employees and residents based on available resources. The City of Mounds View has approximately 39 miles of streets under its jurisdiction. These are primarily local streets serving residential needs. In addition, Ramsey County has jurisdiction over approximately 11 miles of collector and arterial roads within the City. Trunk Highway 10 and is under jurisdiction of the Minnesota Department of Transportation. This policy is intended to provide guidelines for snow and ice control operations for streets under the City's jurisdiction only. Some sidewalks adjacent to County Roads are also covered by this policy. COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS Snow and/or ice control operations shall commence under the direction of the Public Works Foreman. In his absence the police officer on duty and the public works standby man will consult and determine when and what operations to begin. The basis of dispatch calling the standby person to start operations shall be as follows. Snow accumulation of 2" with continuing snowfall warrants commencement of plowing operations. Drifting of snow may warrant commencement of partial or full operations dependent on conditions. Icing of pavements may warrant partial or full operations dependent on extent and conditions. The Foreman shall determine the time to start operations and the extent of operations. The Foreman shall prepare weekly crew assignments and shift assignments for personnel not on standby duty. Storms forecast for late afternoon or evening hours may be the basis for the Foreman splitting a shift and sending crew(s) home for call out later in the evening. Morning storms likewise may be the basis for requesting crew(s) to report at later than normal hours. 1 SUSPENSION OF OPERATIONS Operations shall continue until all roads are passable. Widening and clean up operations may continue immediately or the following working day dependent on conditions. Operations may also be suspended during periods of limited or zero visibility. Any decision to suspend operations shall be made by the supervisor on duty and shall be based on conditions of the storm. PLOW ROUTES AND SEOUENCING There are city streets, public sidewalks, public parking lots, and ice rinks under the City's jurisdiction which are affected by this policy. All City streets will be assigned to a route. Sidewalks along collector streets, and sidewalks serving public facilities shall be cleared by City forces after street routes are completed. City parking lots and ice rinks shall also be cleared after street routes have been completed. The attached map shall indicate plow routes and sidewalks, parking lots and ice rinks designated to be cleared. The Public Works Foreman has the responsibility of determining plow routes and sequencing of operations. The routes and sequencing shall be indicated on the route map. This map shall be adopted by the City Council and shall not be altered without consultation and approval of Council . The Foreman shall retain latitude to adjust sequencing or route assignments based on storm conditions, equipment availability, and/or other conditions warranting changes. Priority locations are indicated on the route map. These locations are of public interest and may be given higher priority for response dependent on the time of day or other circumstance. These areas include the City Hall complex, schools, and locations of public interest. LEVEL OF SERVICE The intention of this policy is to provide safe winter driving conditions appropriate for the type of travel necessary on the City's streets. The level of service described herein shall be considered a guideline with the understanding that during and immediately after a storm the level of service provided may be less than described herein and may vary across the City dependent on storm conditions. Streets shall be plowed and/or sanded to provide intermittent bare pavement and sanded intersection approaches and curves. Cul-de-sacs and dead end streets may have few if any bare pavement spots. Gravel and dirt road surfaces shall be plowed to provide a hard pack surface with sand and/or abrasives spread as necessary for traction. A minimum of chemicals will be used to achieve the conditions stated and to provide workable stock piles of sand and/or abrasives. 2 During light to normal snowfalls, streets will be plowed full width on the initial pass. During heavier snowfalls , streets shall be plowed as wide as possible initially and widened as the storm intensity lessens. After the storm passes, clean up operations shall begin to clear intersections and snow storage areas along corners and boulevards. It is the City's intent to complete initial plowing and widening operations within 12 hours of the cessation of the storm. Clean up operations should be complete within 24 hours for light snowfalls, and within 48 hours for heavy snowfalls. Major blizzards may require additional time. PARKING RESTRICTIONS On street parking is not compatible with efficient snow plow operations. Vehicles left parked on the street for extended periods create problems for snow plowing as well as safety problems with packed snow and ice around the vehicle. Ticketing and/or towing of these vehicles may occur in conformance with city code. Additionally, after large accumulations of snow the City may find it advisable to proscribe parking restriction to facilitate plowing and clean-up operations. In this event the Clerk-Administrator in consultation with council members shall determine the appropriate restriction and announce the restriction(s) through the media. These restriction may include odd/even side parking prohibitions or even complete parking prohibitions for certain streets. PROPERTY DAMAGE Snowplowing and ice control operations can cause property damage even under the best of circumstances and carefulness on the part of the operators. The major types of damage are to improvements in the Right-of-Way and landscape damage. It is appropriate to specify when this damage shall be the responsibility of the City, and when it shall be the responsibility of the resident. Improvements in the Right-of-Way include mail boxes, planter boxes, lighting fixtures, and irrigation systems. These items have been placed in the City's property, in most instances, without notification or permission of the City. Mail boxes and similar objects are quite often obvious and easy to avoid. Low structures and irrigation systems are impossible to be aware of after a storm. Therefore; we have made stakes available to residents which they can use to identify low and underground structures. We recommend the City accept liability for structures which are obvious or are marked and which have been damaged by physically being struck by a plow blade or other piece of equipment. Mail . boxes, lights, etc. should be constructed sturdy enough to withstand snow rolling off a plow or wing. Therefore, damage resulting from snow is the responsibility of the resident. Items which have not been staked in accordance with City policy are 3 also the responsibility of the resident. The City will repair, replace, or reimburse the resident in those instances where the City is liable. The City will have the choice of whether to repair or replace; and will only reimburse the cost of materials in instances where it is in the City's best interest. Lawn damage will be repaired by top dressing and seeding. In no case will the City undertake or pay for sodding. In instances where the resident and the Public Works Department disagree about the source of damage and the responsibility therefore, the Clerk-Administrator will determine the issue. Appeals of his decision will be handled by the City Council. RESPONSIBILITIES OF RESIDENTS Snow storms create numerous problems and inconveniences. This policy has identified streets, sidewalks, parking lots, and ice rinks that the City will clear. The residents also have certain responsibilities. These include clearing their own driveways and private sidewalks, clearing areas for trash cans, clearing areas around mail boxes and/or newspaper delivery tubes, and clearing around fire hydrants adjacent to their property. These areas should be cleared without depositing any snow onto the streets. There must also be no large piles which obstruct vision of driveways or walks. Trash cans must not be placed on the street surfaces. In the case of clearing fire hydrants, the City will consider clearing these for residents not physically able to do so. Residents must request this service form the Public Works Foreman, and the Foreman shall determine who is eligible. Should the City need to clear away tall piles of snow for safe sight distance at driveways or walks, the resident responsible may be billed at overtime rates for this work. The city will not clear private drives or walks except in emergency situations as determined by the Clerk-Administrator. Snow plowing operations can cause additional snow to be deposited in driveway approaches and around roadside obstacles. Operators are instructed to attempt to minimize these incidents, but it is not practical to eliminate this situation. Residents should be aware that they may have to clear their driveways a second time after their street has been plowed. Only in extraordinary circumstances will the City consider clearing driveway approaches, and this will only be done at the authorization of the Clerk-Administrator. COMPLAINT PROCEDURE Complaints regarding snow and ice control or damage shall be taken during normal working hours and handled in accordance with the City's normal complaint procedure. High priority complaints (those involving access to property or problems requiring immediate attention) shall be handled on a priority basis. Response time should not exceed 24 hours for any complaint. It 4 should be understood that complaint responses are to insure that the provisions of this policy have been fulfilled and that all residents of the City have been treated uniformly. Complaints regarding the provisions of this policy may not be satisfied with the initial response. It is the City's intention to log all complaints and upgrade this policy as necessary and in consideration of the constraints of our resources. 5 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 7• IOR STAFF REPORT Report Number: 92-424WS V Cu° Report Date: 12-3-92 AGENDA SESSION DATE December 7, 1992 DISPOSITION Item Description: 1993 Strategic Planning Session Administrator's Review/Recommendation: - No comments to supplement this report - Comments attached. Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.) SUMMARY: In 1991, the annual Council/Staff Strategic Planning/Goalsetting Workshop was eliminated from the budget with the stipulation that strategic planning workshops would occur every other year. The 1993 budget provides funding to conduct a Council/Staff Strategic Planning Workshop. The funds ($3, 000) will cover only the cost of a facilitator. The costs for an overnight off-site workshop was eliminated in the second budget draft. In 1991, the City utilized the services of Carl Neu for the workshop. If the Council desires to use him once again it is necessary to begin the preparations at this time. I know that New Brighton is conducting their two day workshop in mid January with Carl, it might save money if we piggy- backed with their dates so that his travel costs are split between the two cities. The Council needs to consider the following: * Date and time for the Workshop * Facilitator * Location Staff requests Council direction in this matter. in i ^4c V t d LityL fmantha Orduno, City Admin stator RECOMMENDATION; REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 8. STAFF REPORT Report Number: 92-425WS 111706 AGENDA SESSION DATE December 7, 1992 Report Date: 12-3-92 DISPOSITION Item Description: Support of State Legislation to Allow Cities to Establish Transportation Utilities Administrator's Review/Recommendation: - No comments to supplement this report - Comments attached. Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.) SUMMARY: The League of Minnesota Cities and several individual Cities are supporting legislation to allow cities to create transportation utilities. This is an effort to give cities flexibility in deter- mining the method of funding street reconstruction, facility upgrades and maintenance. The request is for legislation that would enable, not require, cities to utilize the concept of a utility as a means to finance infrastructure repair. Attached is a draft document prepared by the Minnesota Public Works Associa- tion in conjunction with the League of Minnesota Cities describ- ing the concept and application of a transportation utility. The need for an alternative funding source for transportation infrastructure is based on restrictions in current funding sourc- es. The 2 basic sources of funds for these projects are property taxes and special assessments. Property taxes have been con- strained by levy limits in the past and may again be constrained in the future. Also the cost of the infrastructure projects are determined for each taxpayer by the value of the property, not the benefit derived from projects. Non-property tax paying enti- ties do not contribute toward the project, even though they may derive great benefits or contribute significantly to the need. Special assessments are restricted by state law to the amount of benefit to each property. This is a reasonable concept, but in reality is determined by the before and after property values. Many types of infrastructure projects do not increase the proper- ty value in question. Projects such as seal coats, overlays, traffic signals, and turn lanes and similar projects would be difficult to show increases in property Values yet the benefits to properties are considerable. - continued - i Ric ine or City Engineer/Director of Public Works Staff recommends that Council consider a resolu- RECOMMENDATIONs tion to support state legislation allowing cities to establish transportation utilities. The concept of the transportation utility is that all properties in a city benefit from a good and well maintained transportation system. The benefit received is related to the type and amount of use derived by each property. The draft document accompanying this report indicates types of breakdowns that can be used to classify properties and indicates typical trip generation rates. The idea of a utility is to base the amount of the fee on the type and amount of traffic generated by each property. Additional information will be distributed at the work session on December 7, 1992. DRAFT 11/92 ELEMENTS OF A TRANSPORTATION UTILITY Definitions. For the purposes of this section, the term "municipality" means a home rule charter or statutory city. The term "governing body" means the city council. Authorization. Authority for a municipality to impose a transportation utility fee is enabling only. No municipality is required to use the fee. Only municipalities which follow the • procedures for adoption may impose the fee. Procedures for adoption. The governing body of a municipality may impose a transportation utility fee coterminous with its territorial limits, by ordinance adopted by a two-thirds vote of all its members. No such fee shall be adopted until after a public hearing has been held on the question. A notice of the time, place, and purpose of the hearing shall be published for two successive weeks in the official newspaper of the municipality (or in a qualified newspaper of general circulation in the municipality, and the last notice be at least seven days prior to the day of the hearing. The ordinance, when adopted, shall be filed with the county auditor and county recorder. Collection. An ordinance adopted under this authority shall provide for collection of the transportation utility fee on a monthly, quarterly, or other basis as the municipality determines. The municipality may use regular utility billings, for such services as water, sewer or stormsewer, to implement the transportation utility charges. A municipality may provide for certifying unpaid transportation utility fees to the county auditor against the property on which the fee is imposed for collection. The fee may be collected from all properties within the municipality. Properties which are exempt from property taxes still be subject to the fee. Master plan requirement. A municipality shall be allowed to use the transportation utility only after preparation and adoption of a "master plan." A capital improvement plan (CEP), public facilities plan, or comparable information and planning document providing a five year program will qualify. The plan shall include information on proposed reconstruction, facility upgrade, and maintenance expenditures. The plan must include information on the proposed funding sources for all projects. The governing body of a municipality may, by resolution of its members, adopt or revise the master plan. The plan shall be annually updated to reflect a five year planning program. No transportation utility fee be authorized without adoption of a master plan. A notice of the time, place, and purpose of the hearing to adopt the master plan shall be published for two successive weeks in the official newspaper of the municipality, or in a qualified t least prior o ofgeneral day the circulation in the municipality, and the last notice be hearing. Use of fee proceeds. The proceeds of all transportation utility fees must be placed in a separate fund and only used for the following eligible purposes which have been specified in the master plan: Reconstruction -- paving, grading, curb and gutter, bridge repair, overlays, drainage structures, base work, subgrade correction and boulevard restoration. Facility upgrade -- traffic signals, turn lanes, medians, street approaches, alleys, rights of way, sidewalks, retaining walls, fence installation, additional traffic lanes. Maintenance -- striping, seal coating, crack sealing, sidewalk maintenance, signal maintenance, street light maintenance, signage. The revenues generated by the fee may not be transferred to the general fund of the municipality. Trip generation data. Fees will be calculated based on the relationship lase.nd u revenues enues the municipality proposed to generate and the trip generation rates by type of Land use cateaory Unit Dauy_trition range 1. Residential 12.5 * single family d.u. 7.5 -4.5 - * apartment, townhouse d.u. 7.5 highrise, mobile home park, low rise condo 2.5 - 3.5 * retirement community, d.u. congregate care, recreational home 2. Lodging 7.0 - 11.0 * hotel/motel rooms 3. Schools 0.5 - 1.5 * elementary students * secondary students 1.0 - 2.0 * college/university students 2.0 - 3.0 2 Land use category Unit Daily trip generation range 4. Services * church/synagogue 1000 sq ft 7 - 11 * library 34 - 56 * day care center 50 - 84 * government offices 50 - 84 * post office 65 - 109 * state motor vehicle dept 125 - 207 * banks (walk/drive in) 188 - 312 5. Office * hospital 1000'sq ft 13 - 21 * clinic (medical/dental) 25 - 41 * general office bldg 0 - 50,000 sq ft 17 - 27 50 - 200,000 It 11 - 17 200 - 400,000 i, 8 - 14 over 400,000 II7 - 11 6. Retail * low intensity 1000 sq ft 27 - 45 * medium intensity 73 - 121 '* high intensity 535 - 891 * shopping center 10 - 50,000 sq ft 94 - 156 50 - 100,000 II60 - 100 100 - 200,000 " 47 - 77 200 - 600,000 32 - 52 over 600,000 24 - 40 7. Industrial * general light/ ind pk 1000 sq st 5 - 9 * manufacturing/warehousing " 3 - 5 8. Recreational * city/county park acres 2 - 4 * golf course 6 - 10 * beach/regional park 13 - 21 * other recreational 1000 sq ft varies 9. Terminals * commercial airport pass. orig. 4 - 6 * general aviation 3 Unit Dail;' *^o generation range Land use category based craft 5 - 6 airport * waterport/marine 9 - 15 terminal acres * transit terminals # of buses varies 0 10. vacant alsopetition this committee to develop or review trip generation Review. A municipality ma Y � The data for land uses which are not included in the existing land use categories. committee data, may also annual review all ranges. The committee review and update trip generation when necessary, whenever the Institute of Traffic Engineers issues a new edition of their traffic generation manual. Pass-b reduction. Reductions based on data from the Institute of follow Traffic property Engineers for pass-by es y calculated for the g P trips have been made to the trip rate ranges intensity percent), low intensity retail (20 percent), shopping centers (40 percent), and high retail (50 percent). (Pass-by trips are made as intermediatestoPson the siae on point of origin to a primary destination. These trips are attracted from trafficpassing the adjacent street and do not require diversion from another roadway.) TDM credit. A credit would be available for employers and building owners who implement traffic demand strategies (TDM). Where lower traffic generation rates can be proven for two consecutive years, the city will calculate an adjustment to the trip generation factor on which the fee is based. Annual proof of reduced vehicle traffic would be required to maintain the credit. Aand are ccrual of fee revenues. Revenues from the utility fee shall only be used for �'the specific is fore reconstruction, facility upgrade, and maintenance projects listed in P limited to the projected costs of the needs approved in the master plan. The dedicated fund may not accumulate revenues from the utility fee beyond the fee revenues generated over a period of five years. Appeal process. mayappeal the amount of the Pro uertv owner. An owner whTicheis usedty thf themunicipality property. � administrative appeal may be fee or the trip generation ratemunicipality.he The decision of the administrative officer fficer of may bea appealed to the made the administrativethe ci o council. tThe property owner may appeal the decision of the city council to the district court. m., municipality munici ality may appeal ranges of trip generation to the Municipal State Aid Mu Screening Committee appointed by the Commissioner of the Department of Transportation. 4 Special assessments, bonds, property tax levies. Use of the transportation utility fee does not restrict the municipality from imposing special assessments, issuing bonded debt, or levying property taxes to pay the costs of local street reconstruction, facility upgrade, or maintenance projects. Revenue bonds may be issued in conjunction with the utility and may be retired with utility fee revenues. 5 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 9. lir Report Number: 92-426WS STAFF REPORT AGENDA SESSION DATE December 7, 1992 Report Date: 12-3-92 DISPOSITION Item Description: Discussion Regarding CHarter Commission Appointments Administrator's Review/Recommendation: - No comments to supplement this report - Comments attached. Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.) SUMMARY; Please find attached a letter from Ramsey County District Court regarding the Mounds View Charter Commission. The District Court has received correspondence from six members of the Charter Commission; three will serve a second term and three declined a second term. One member did not respond either way. The District Court is asking what Mounds View intends to do to fill these vacancies. 4...k!/ ' 'elt,t7 -&-Z-Z/71(fc:1-047d _y).; Michel Severson, Administrative Secretary RECOMMENDATION RAMSEY COUNTY GT Cp DISTRICT COURT 4�s4), �4P. 1215 Court House,St. Paul, Minnesota 55102-1652 . •' !�':;' (612)298-5211 ram JOSEPH E.GOCKOWSKI9'‘ � � Court Administrator `sEy CO"' November 24, 1992 Michele Severson Deputy Clerk City of Mounds View 2401 Highway 10 Mounds View, MN 55112 RE: FILE NO. 430622 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW CHARTER COMMISSION Dear Ms. Severson: We have received correspondence from six members of the Mounds View Charter Commission in regards to their interest in serving a second term. Their responses are as follows: would like to serve a second term: Jerome W. Linke Leonard B. Burgers Virgil D. Beyer will not seek a second term: Edward L. Trettel Darel Turner J.L. Kavanaugh We have not received any correspondence from Joseph Witzmann. Please advise how you plan to proceed with filling these vacancies. Sincerely, E. Gockowski Court Administrator JEG:sjj 04.MV - s MEMORANDUM 411 TO: SAMANTHA ORDUNO, CITY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: MICHELE SEVERSON, ADMINISTRATION SE,' ; ARY DATE: DECEMBER 7, 1992 RE: AUTO CENTRAL INC. (FORMERLY MID-AMERICAN AUTO) On November 23, 1992 it was brought to my attention that Mid- American Auto had changed hands and that it was also renamed Auto Central, Inc. I contacted the new owner, Mr. Jeffrey Weldon, on that same day to advise him that he would have to apply for a New and Used Car Auto Sales License. I further advised him that the City would prorate the license for 1992 (November and December) informing him that there was also a $10. 00 investigation fee for new licensees. Mr. Alan Bloom, the finance person from Auto Central, Inc. , made application to the City of Mounds View for November and December of 1992 and renew the license for 1993 . • The application was approved by Police Chief Tim Ramacher. I have attached Chapter 109 entitled, "New and Used Cars" from the Mounds View Municipal Code for your review regarding application and issuance, heating, conditions and after issuance condition, licenses, revocation and penalty. I have also enclosed a copy of Resolution No. 2228 Approving Used Auto Sales License to Kevin Mullins, dba Mid American Auto for your review. Per Chapter 109, Subdivision 3 . , the Council may impose any conditions or restrictions it deems necessary or advisable in the public interest in the motion granting any license hereunder, including but not being limited to, conditions relating to the hours of operation, the lighting of the business and the installation and maintenance of shrubbery, fencing and grounds around the business. • iCITY OF MOUNDS VIEW 2401 HIGHWAY 10 MOUNDS VIEW, MN 55112 LICENSE APPLICATION FORM Date of Application 11 -30 -1 BUSINESS NAME /)tti) Cekrreitt ` /' Phone 789-718-0 BUSINESS ADDRESS / Y w y /0 A./&- (street) ./&(street) MOi VIE'J /((A/ s'Sfta (city) (state) (zip code) OWNERS/CORPORATE OFFICERS/ASSOCIATES/PARTNERS (name and title: ) J6FFf.eL1 CUop►J G6o �L 3LO&rV Gre HAVE YOU EVER HAD A LICENSE REVOKED? /00 If yes, attach 411 explanation. REFERENCES: CITIES WHERE PREVIOUSLY OR CURRENTLY LICENSED FOR SAME ACTIVITY (name of city and year(s) licensed) Applicants for the following license(s) must complete the applicable section on the reverse side of this form: amusement devices, bowling alleys, dance halls, garbage collection, gasoline stations, kennels, and restaurants. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I hereby certify that information provided on this application is true and correct and understand that any misrepresentation made herein may be grounds for denial of this application. Applicant's name ,,FLQ c' i i Df}-L (please print) Last First Full Middle Date of birth r/ / S / C-13 ,1 mo day year 111 Applicant's signature ©D7 OF RECEIPT NO.: OLHDO ,., 2401 HIGHWAY 10 DATE: 11 r O J'-''. J MOUNDS VIEW MN 55112-1499 \..I1 PHONE(612)784-3055 RECEIVED OF: AUTO CENTRAL INC. $ 1R9. 00 CHECK NO.: 1101, MJS DESCRIPTION RECEIVED BY: J SED CAR SALES 150W 00 93 LIC FEE 000000000000000 t_1{10000000000 JGED CAR SALES - 25. 00 92 PRO FEE 00000000/1000000 J SEEI CAR SALES 10. 00 INV FEE 000000000000000 • _. • • 0 • 109. 01 CHAPTER 109 • NEW AND USED CARS 109. 01 License Required. No person, firm, or corporation shall engage in the business of selling , trading , or exchanging new or used automobiles, domestic or foreign, within the Munici- : pality without first obtaining a license as provided in this chapter. For the purposes of this chapter anyone who as a part of his livelihood engages in the regular sale, trade, or exchange of automobiles shall be deemed to be doing business as a new or used automobile dealer. 109. 02 Application and Issuance . Subdivision 1. Application. Application for such license shall be made in writing to the Clerk-Administrator and shall state the full name and address of the applicant, the location where the business is to be carried on, and the owner of the pre- mises. Subdivision 2. Hearing. The Clerk-Administrator shall submit the said application to the Council for its considera- tion. The Council by motion may grant or refuse to grant the license after consideration of the application. The Council may require that a public hearing be held before the Council upon any lip, application, such hearing to be held at such time and upon such notice as the Council may determine. After such a hearing , the Council by motion , may grant the license or refuse to grant the license . Subdivision 3 . Conditions . The Council may impose any conditions or restrictions it deems necessary or advisable in the public interest in the motion granting any license hereunder, including but not being limited to, conditions relating to the hours of operation , the lighting of the business and the in- stallation and maintenance of shrubbery, fencing and grounds around the business. Subdivision 4. After Issuance Conditions. The Council may also impose any such conditions or restrictions by motion at any time after the issuance of a license hereunder. 109. 03 Licenses. The fee for every such license shall be established by resolution of the City Council . Every such license shall expire on December 31 next after its issuance. License shall not be transferrable from one person to another and a new license must be applied for each time a place of business is changed. Every such license shall be kept conspicuously posted about the place for' which the license is issued and shall be exhibited to any person upon request. ( 238) Aft 109. 04 109. 04 Revocation. Every such license may be revoked by •' the Council , after the licensee has been given reasonable notice and an opportunity to be heard, for the violation of any provi- sion of this chapter, or for the violation of any conditions or restrictions in the motion granting the license, or any motion thereafter passed by the Council , or upon failure of the licensee to comply with any conditions, order or direction issued by the Council . 109. 05 Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation which shall violate any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. 0 r RESOLUTION NO. 2228 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION APPROVING USED AUTO SALES LICENSE TO KEVIN MULLINS, DBA MID-AMERICAN AUTO WHEREAS, Mr. Kevin Mulli-ns has entered into an earnest money agreement with Mr. Joseph Cox, current owner of Mid-American Auto located at 2975 Trunk Highway 10 to purchase this facility and operate a used auto sales lot; and WHEREAS, Mr. Mullins has applied for the transfer of the used auto sales license currently in the possession of Mr. Joseph Cox; and WHEREAS, the City of Mounds View has reviewed the proposal submitted by Mr. Mullins including a site plan; and WHEREAS, the Mounds View City Council has determined that Mr. Mullins' proposal is consistent with the provisions of Chapter 109 of the Municipal Code relating to Used Auto Sales with restrictions as outlined' below. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Mounds View approves the issuance of a Used Auto Sales license to Mr. Kevin Mullins to conduct business at 2975 Trunk Highway 10 conditioned upon the following. - a 1. The entire lot where customer and used vehicle parking is located must be paved and the customer parking area must be striped to provide the number of spaces required. 2. A minimum of eight customer parking spaces shall be III provided and a maximum of 38 autos for sale shall be located on the lot at any one time in the pattern N � .,_._t, faea the site plan slated August 18 , 1987 lUClI I.LLLGV on�. ..• �- ® currently in the possession of the City of Mounds View. 3. No outside storage of parts, supplies, equipment, or any other items other than autos for sale shall occur. 4. Vehicle maintenance and repair shall be; limited to minor repairs on vehicles to be sold on the lot with said repairs limited to minor body and fender work, minor painting and upholstering service, replacement of parts and engine service to passenger vehicles and trucks not exceeding a one ton chassis design. . RESOLUTION NO. 2228 PAGE TWO OF TWO 5. The owner/operator shall perform regular maintenance on the exterior of the building, fencing, and the grounds. 6. Operating hours shall be limited to 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Adopted this 24th day of August, 1987. ATTEST: (SEAL) Cler —dministrato' c , • 5 1 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 12. C� S Report Number: 9 2—4 2 7 WS STAFF REPORT OBJAGENDA SESSION DATE December 7 , 1992 Report Date: 12/7/92 111 DISPOSITION ADDED ON AMENDED AGENDA AS ITEM NO. 12 Item Description: LARKIN BILLING Administrator's Review/Recommendation: - No comments to supplement this report - Comments attached. Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.) SUMMARY; Attached please find a letter from Mark Karney regarding a bill from the Larkin firm which represented the City in the Don Pauley matter. In researching the matter, it has been determined that the bill is for Dale Nolan's time when she was questioned by Alan Weinblatt this summer in regard to the events which led to the Open Meeting Lawsuit. It appears, on the surface, to be a bit improper to bill the City for • the information which was provided as a participant not as legal counsel. One can question the prosperity of the billing. Staff is seeking Council direction in the payment of the $323 .80 invoice. Samantha Orduno, City A inistrator f RECOMMENDATION; • MARK A. KARNEY ATTORNEY AT LAW . SUITE 530 ROSEVILLE PROFESSIONAL CENTER 2233 HAMLINE AVENUE NORTH ROSEVILLE, MINNESOTA 55113 TELEPHONE (612) 636-4500 October 20, 1992 i4411 11 Samantha Orduno City of Mounds View 2401 Highway 10 Mounds View, Mn. 55112 re: Don Pauley case Dear Samantha: The City had hired the Larkin firm to represent it in the matter involving Don Pauley. A bill was rendered and paid by the . City as I recall to the Larkin firm through my office. I just received the enclosed bill from the Larkin firm showing a remaining balance owed. This is the first notice I have had of any remaining balance ! Please present this to the City Council and let me know if they agree to pay it or if not their response. I will then relay that on to the Larkin firm. Yours t uly, f/i4,6/.( 7 Mark Karney enc. !II A LARKIN , HOFFMAN, DALY & LINDGREN, LTD. p P. ATTORNEYS AT L A W 1500 NORTHWESTERN FINANCIAL CENTER 7900 XERXES AVENUE SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS,MINNESOTA 55431 TELEPHONE:(612)835-3800 MR. MARK A. KARNEY STATEMENT . CF ACCOUNT MOUNDSVIEW CITY ATTORNEY • 17687.00000- ROSEVILLE PROFESSIONAL CENTER AS OF 09/30/92 SUITE 620 2233 HAMLIN AVE NORTH ROSEVILLE , MN 55EURNTOPHALFOFSTATEMENTWITH YOUR REMITTANCE 17587 CITY OF MOUNDSVIEW 00000 DON PAULEY MATTER DATE OF OUR AMOUNT TRANSACT. PAYMENTS/ BALANCE INVOICE REF. NO. BILLED DATE ADJUSTMENTS DUE 07/01/92 13119 310 .00 9. 15LC 08/31/92 4.65LC 09/30/92 323.80 $323. 80 $323.80 AS WE MAIL THIS REMINDER, THERE IS AN UNPAID BALANCE IN YOUR ACCOUNT . IF . YOU HAVESENT PAYMENT, WE THANK YOU. IF YOU HAVE NOT HOWEVER, WE WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR MAILING A CHECK- TODAY . IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS , PLEASE CONTACT JIM HIPP AT 896-3246. S LARK IN , HOFFMAN, DALY & LINDGREN, LTD. I REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Agenda Section: 13. iNDS Report Number: 9 2—4 2 8 W S STAFF REPORT AGENDA SESSION DATE December 7, 1992 Report Date: 12/7/92 • DISPOSITION ADDED ON AMENDED AGENDA AS ITEM NO. 13 Item Description: Sewer Service Line Repairs Administrator's Review/Recommendation: - No comments to supplement this report - Comments attached. Explanation/Summary (attach supplement sheets as necessary.) SUMMARY: Mr. Lyle Nelson of the above address contacted me regarding repairs necessary to his sewer service. He told me a plumber had cleaned the service line and found an obstruction 85 feet from his house; this places the obstruction within the street right-of-way. He said that he remembered that the City repaired problems within the right-of-way. I explained that the City had changed the ordinance and now the property owner is responsible for repair of service lines from 41) the main to the house. He indicated that he did not feel this was fair, because he believed that heavy traffic on the road could cause the damage and the home owner had no control of the traf- fic. He asked that I let Council know that he felt the ordinance should be changed back to the original wording that the City repaired damage between the property line and the main. Over the last few years there have been a small number of service line breaks in the boulevard or the street. The repairs in the street can be fairly expensive, depending on the depth of the sewer. This is a concern to each resident that has encountered this situation. If the Council is interested in any change to the ordinance, our staff could survey surrounding cities as to their policies and provide an estimate of cost impact to the sewer budget. I am requesting Council's direction, whether to place this on a future agenda or discontinue pursuing the matter. Ric M'neto City Engineer/Director of Public Works RECOMMENDATION;