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CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA
MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL
Monday, December 3, 2007
7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Marty, Stigney, Flaherty, Hull, Mueller
PUBLIC COMMENT
Citizens may speak to issues not on tonight’s agenda. Before speaking, please give your full
name and address for the minutes. Also, please limit your comments to three minutes and sign
in on the sign-in sheet located on the podium.
Agenda Items Discussed by Consensus
________ 1. City Administrator Profile Review – presentation by Sharon Klumpp of
Springsted.
________ 2. Rental Dwelling License Program Update
________ 3. City Entrance Signs
________ 4. Xcel Energy Gas Line Permit Update (verbal)
________ 5. City-wide budgets
Next Work Session: Monday, January 7, 2008 @7pm
Next City Council Meeting: Monday, December 10, 2007 @7pm
Recruitment Process Conducted By:
Sharon Klumpp, Vice President
Springsted Incorporated
380 Jackson Street, Suite 300
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101-2887
Telephone: 651.223.3053
Fax: 651.223.3002
E-mail: moundsview@springsted.com
City of Mounds View,
Minnesota
Announces the Recruitment for
Clerk /Administrator
Community Summary
The City of Mounds View offers its 12,900 residents a quiet hometown atmosphere
within a short distance of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Located in the northwest corner of
Ramsey County this fully developed community is primarily residential. Seventy percent
of all households are owner occupied giving the City a mix of housing choices. City
neighborhoods are defined by a mixed green canopy of mature trees, a reflection of
Mounds View’s designation as a “Tree City U.S.A” for the past 23 years.
With easy access to I-35W and US 10, the
City is ideally situated for economic
development. Medtronic, a major
manufacturer of medical devices, recently
located its cardiac rhythm disease
management headquarters in Mounds View.
Major employers located in Mounds View
include Medtronic; SYSCO, a food product
and dry goods distributor, Multi-Tech
Systems, a computer peripherals
manufacturer; and Liberty enterprises, a
check printing firm. Other prominent businesses include the Mermaid Entertainment
Center and AmericInn Hotel, Colonial Craft, Midwest Medical Services and Blooming
Prairie Natural Foods. Recent commercial developments include the 15-screen
Wynnsong Cinema complex, Walgreen’s, and the Minnesota Institute of Public Health.
While nearly fully developed, significant redevelopment is anticipated within the County
Road 10 (formerly US Highway 10) corridor.
History
Mounds View was first established as a township in May, 1858, on the day Minnesota
became a state. Early residents were loggers, mill hands, trappers, and farmers. The
township took its name of two large hills of sand and gravel, high enough to be seen from
Anoka County. Today, the mounds that gave the town its name are gone due to natural
erosion and thousands of loads of sand and gravel that were removed to support the Twin
Cities Army Ammunition Plan in neighboring Arden Hills during World War II. The
township’s population remained stable until the late 1930s when developers realized the
area’s potential for suburban housing. By the late 1950s the township began to change as
large portions of land were annexed to surrounding communities. Over 6,000 acres alone
were released to form the Village of Arden Hills. In 1958, Mounds View Township
became a village, and later under state legislation, became the City of Mounds View in
1973. Plans to celebrate the City’s 50th anniversary in 2008 are underway.
Schools
Independent School District No. 621 encompasses the Cities of Mounds View,
Shoreview, Arden Hills, New Brighton, and portions of Vadnais Heights, Roseville, and
North Oaks. Over 9,600 students are enrolled in the district, which has two high schools,
three middle schools, and six elementary schools. The School District has won numerous
state and national awards for both academic and teacher quality. Most recently, Irondale
High School was recognized as one of Minnesota’s top 20 science, technology,
engineering, and math schools.
Mounds View is also served by a number of area parochial schools. Post-secondary
education is available at over 18 colleges and universities and 50 technical and business
schools located within a 15- mile radius.
Recreation
Mounds View has six active
neighborhood parks and three
larger community parks
offering tennis courts,
playfields, park buildings,
picnic areas, ball fields, skating
and hockey rinks, a swimming
beach, and nature trails. Park
and recreation programs are
provided by the YMCA
through a contractual
arrangement with the City.
Activities and programs
include youth and adult athletics, swimming and gymnastics instruction, senior adult
activities, after school programming, pre-school activities, and special interest classes.
Each year, a volunteer organization named Festival Inc. organizes the annual Festival in
the Park celebration at City Hall Park. The Mounds View Community Theatre puts on an
annual summer musical.
The City also owns and operates a 44,000 square foot Community Center, which includes
a private childcare center, senior programming, a gymnasium, and a teen center.
Recreational programming at this facility is coordinated by the YMCA. Community
rooms are also available for private rental.
City Services
The City of Mounds View currently employs 51 full-time employees and has a 2007
General Fund budget of $5.4 million and a projected 2008 budget of $5.6 million. The
total 2007 property tax levy for the City, including debt service, is $3.8 million. The levy
will not be increased in 2008, making it the third consecutive year that the City has
maintained a zero percent increase in its property tax levy. The City’s franchise tax on
utilities provides another major revenue source.
The City operates water, sewer, and street light utilities. Six wells are maintained with a
combined capacity of approximately 8.6 million gallons per day (MGD). The average
demand is 1.3 MGD and the water storage capacity is 1.5 million gallons. The sewer
lateral system is operated and maintained by the City. Interceptor sewer lines and
wastewater treatment plants in the seven-county metropolitan area are under the
jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services. Refuse collection is
provided through a number of private contractors.
Law enforcement services are provided by the City’s 22-member Police Department.
Fire services are provided by the Spring Lake Park-Blaine-Mounds View Fire
Department, governed by a joint powers agreement between the three cities. The Fire
Department is staffed with a full-time Fire Chief, six administrative staff, 61 suppression
volunteers, and 4 prevention volunteers.
Local news is provided by two suburban newspapers and a seasonal quarterly newsletter
published by the City of Mounds View. A wide range of information is provided and
available on the City’s website, located at www.ci.mounds-view.mn.us . Community
access to programming is available on Cable TV.
The Organization
The City of Mounds View
operates under a modified weak
Mayor-Council form of
government directed by a home
rule charter. The City Council is
comprised of a Mayor and four
Council Members. All are
elected at-large, the Mayor for a
two-year term and Council
Members for four-year,
overlapping terms. Volunteer
advisory commissions and
boards created by the Council
include the Parks & Recreation
Commission, Economic Development Commission, Cable Committee, Planning
Commission, and Police Civil Service Commission. A 15-member Charter Commission
is appointed by the District Court.
The Position
The Clerk/Administrator assists the Council in the development of public policy and is
responsible for developing and implementing programs, work plans, and budgets to
advance Council policies, with the assistance of department heads and staff. Under
Council direction, the Clerk/Administrator plans, directs, and evaluates the delivery of
municipal services; ensures compliance with laws and regulations; and manages the
City’s personnel system. The City’s four department heads and three administrative staff
report to the Clerk/Administrator. The position is responsible for establishing a positive
work environment for employees and developing effective working relationships with
citizens, businesses, and other political subdivisions.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field, with a Master’s degree
preferred, and at least four years of relevant municipal management experience. The
ideal candidate must demonstrate a solid background in municipal operations and project
execution, a thorough knowledge of municipal finance, strong administrative skills, and
general knowledge of city legal requirements. Experience in economic redevelopment,
strategic planning, and human resources management, including labor relations, is
desired. Must have excellent leadership skills and a demonstrated ability to mentor staff.
.
Management Capabilities
· Reflective, adaptable, and able to keep the City focused on the big picture
· Ability to build effective working relationships with Council Members, staff, and citizens
· Good judgment in providing professional advice and options to the City Council; willing
to give advice that may not be popular
· Politically astute; able to work with other local governments and levels of government to
accomplish City goals
· Energetic, confident and self-assured; seeks input from others and shares the credit for
accomplishments
· Ability to provide clear direction and feedback to staff, holds staff accountable without
micromanaging
· Proven ability to manage and execute major public works and redevelopment projects
and ensure the continuity of City initiatives
· Ability to facilitate decision-making processes and make a positive impact on the City
Professional Challenges and Opportunities
· Work with the City Council to create and implement a vision for redevelopment along
County Road 10
· Facilitate the City’s strategic planning process
· Implement the recently approved street and utility improvement program
· Develop long range financial plans to guide city operations and infrastructure
investments
· Ensure continuous improvement of city services to increase efficiency and maximize
public resources
· Identify and support economic redevelopment opportunities that contribute to the City’s
tax base
· Address the City’s housing needs
· Maintain employee morale
Announcement
Clerk/Administrator, Mounds View, MN (pop. 12,900). Salary range $82,200 -
$104,000, commensurate with experience. Position reports to a five-member Council and
is responsible for supervising a staff of 51 full time employees and a general fund budget
of $5.6 million. Services include police, public works, community development, finance
and administration, and a joint powers fire department with two adjacent communities.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field (Master’s degree
preferred) and four years experience in public sector management. Qualified candidates
must demonstrate solid background in municipal operations and project execution,
thorough knowledge of municipal finance, strong administrative skills, and general
knowledge of city legal requirements. Experience in economic redevelopment, strategic
planning, and human resources management, including labor relations, desired. Must
have excellent leadership skills and demonstrated ability to mentor staff.
To apply, send your resume with a cover letter, salary history and professional references to:
Sharon Klumpp, Vice President
Springsted Incorporated
380 Jackson Street Suite 300
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101
Phone: 651.223.3053
Fax: 651.223.3002
Email: moundsview@springsted.com
Anticipated Timetable
Deadline for Application: Jan. 4, 2008
Tentative Interview Dates: Feb. 1-2, 2008
Item No: 01
Meeting Date: December 3, 2007
Type of Business: Work Session
Administrator Review: _____
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Desaree Crane, Assistant to the City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: City Administrator Profile Review
At the October 22, 2007, City Council Meeting, the City Council authorized Staff to
advertise for the City Administrator position and use an outside consultant (Springsted)
for the hiring process. Sharon Klumpp of Spingsted will be at this Work Session to
present a draft of the City Administrator profile. If the City Council agrees to the
attached City Administrator profile, then Staff will start the process of advertising for the
position.
Respectfully submitted,
Desaree Crane
Item No. 6
Meeting Date: December 3, 2007
Type of Business: WS
WS: Work Session; PH: Public Hearing;
CA: Consent Agenda; EDA: EDA Business
Administrator Review: _____
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Heidi Steinmetz, Economic Development Specialist
Item Title/Subject: Robert’s Sports Bar Update & Request for
Feedback
Introduction:
The purpose of this report is two-fold: 1) to provide an update on Master
Development’s most recent efforts to acquire the former Robert’s Sports Bar
parcel, located at 2400 County Road H2 and 2) to request feedback regarding
the City Council’s (EDA’s) level of interest in assisting with the acquisition and
redevelopment of the property.
Background:
On November 13, 2007, the EDA authorized Resolution No. 07-EDA-237
Approving the Preliminary Development Agreement of the Premium Stop
Property with Master Development. During the November 13th meeting, Michael
Tobin, Senior Development Manager for Master Development, indicated that it is
preferred but not necessary to include the former Robert’s parcel within the
Premium Stop redevelopment area.
Discussion:
The bank now owns the former Robert’s parcel (as of November 27th). Master
Development and another unknown party are interested in acquiring the property.
Since the bank is hoping to sell the property as soon as possible, Master
Development immediately presented the bank with an offer, which was denied.
The bank is willing to accept earnest funding in exchange for a 180-day due
diligence period, however preliminary discussions indicate that gap financing in
the amount of approximately $125,000 will be needed to acquire the property for
redevelopment.
Request for Feedback:
Staff requests feedback regarding the level and type of assistance, if any, that
the City Council (EDA) may be willing to provide for the acquisition and
redevelopment of the former Robert’s Sports Bar parcel.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________
Heidi Steinmetz
Economic Development Specialist