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CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, May 24, 2004
7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL: Linke, Quick, Marty, Stigney, Gunn
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. PUBLIC INPUT:
Citizens may speak to issues not on tonight’s agenda. Before speaking, please give
your full name and address for the minutes. Also, please limit your comments to
three minutes.
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
7. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Licenses for Approval
B. Resolution No. 6269 Approving the Preliminary Feasibility Report, Waiving the Public
Improvement Hearing, Ordering the Project, and Authorizing the Preparation of Plans
and Specifications for the Hidden Hollow Street and Utility Improvement Project
C. Resolution 6259 Employee Appreciation Awards for the Employee Appreciation
Lunch on June 9, 2004, with a rain date of June 10, 2004.
D. Resolution 6260 Certifying the Reapportionment of Assessments for Messiah
Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2848 County Road H2.
E. Set a Public Hearing for 7:05 PM, Monday, June 14, 2004, to Consider the First
Reading and Introduction of Ordinance 738, an Ordinance Assigning a Name to that
Part of County Road 10 Passing through Mounds View
F. Set a Public Hearing for 7:10 PM, Monday, June 14, 2004, for a Variance Appeal for
the Width of a Garage and a Conditional Use Permit Request for an Oversized
Garage at 2208 Lois Drive
G. Resolution 6252 Approving Golf Course voice mail service with Popp Telecom.
H. Resolution 6267 Approving a Tobacco License for Big Top Liquors located at 2577
Highway 10
I. Resolution No. 6266 Authorizing the Preparation of a Preliminary Feasibility Report
and Consultant Selection for the construction of a Sedimentation Pond to be located
south of Woodale Drive
J. Reschedule Public Hearing Originally Set for 7:05 PM, Monday, June 21, 2004 to
7:05 PM, Monday, June 28, 2004, to Consider the Proposed Modification to the
Development Program for the Mounds View Economic Development Project
K. Executive Session Immediately after this City Council Meeting.
9. COUNCIL BUSINESS
A. 7:05 PM: Public Hearing to Consider the “Velmeir CVS Addition” Redevelopment.
(1) Consideration of Resolution 6270 Approving the Preliminary Plat and Development
Review
(2) First Reading and Introduction of Ordinance 739 Rezoning Parts of Lots 1 and 2,
Block 1, Velmeir/CVS Addition
B. 2003 Street Improvement Project Resolution 6265 Assessment Hearing and Adoption of a
Special Assessment Levy.
C. 2003 Street Improvement Project Resolution 6268 Construction Contract Award
D. Resolution 6261 Providing for the Competitive Negotiated Sale of $2,045,000 General
Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2004A.
E. First Reading and Introduction of Ordinance 737 to amend Chapter 603, Garbage and
Rubbish, Section 603.06, sub 2, Requirements and Restrictions
F. Resolution 6248 Adopting the City Vision and Mission Statement.
G. Resolution 6255 Adopting the City Goals Program
H. Resolution 6256 Adopting the City Values Statement
I. Resolution 6257 Adopting the City Rules of Conduct.
J. Resolution 6271 Approving the 2004 Compensation Schedule for Non-Union Personnel
K. Resolution 6262 Adopting a Calendar for the Preparation of the 2005 Budget.
L. Resolution 6263 Approving a Utility Billing Drop Box.
M. Resolution 6264 Authorizing Staff to enter into a Purchase Agreement to Acquire the
Commercial Property at 2525 County Road 10 in Mounds View
N. Resolution 6253 Approving a Step Adjustment for Kristin Prososki, Planning Associate
O. Consider Proposal from Timesavers, Inc. for Minute-taking Services
10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. City Council Minutes May 10, 2004.
B. Executive Session Minutes May 10, 2004
11. REPORTS
A. Reports of Mayor and Council
B. Reports of Staff
C. Reports of City Attorney
12. Next Council Work Session: Monday, June 7, 2004
Next Council Meeting: Monday, June 14, 2004
RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION – CONFERENCE ROOM C
Item No: 08A
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Type of Business: CA
Administrator Review: _____
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Barb Benesch, Administrative Assistant
Item Title/Subject: CONTRACTOR LICENSES FOR APPROVAL
Please consider the following contractor licenses for approval. All contractor licenses will
expire on December 31, 2004. All applicants have submitted appropriate fees and proof
of insurance. Those companies that are “new” include applicants that have never been
licensed with the City or they may have been licensed with the City in the past, but were
not licensed in 2003. Those companies renewing their license were licensed, at a
minimum, in the year 2003. The type of license they are applying for follows the
company name.
Air Comfort Specialists – HVAC – New
Blacktop Maintenance – Asphalt - New
Countryside Fence – Fence – New
Miller Tree & Landscaping – Tree Trimming – Renewal
Northco Corporation – General (Commercial) – New
Perfection Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. – HVAC – New
Scenic Sign Corporation – Sign – New
The Fireplace Professionals – HVAC – New
Staff Recommendation: Approve license applications as requested.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara Benesch
Item No: 08C
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Type of Business: Consent Agenda
Administrator Review: _____
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Desaree M. Crane, Administrative Assistant
Item Title/Subject: Consideration of Resolution 6259, a Resolution
Authorizing Distribution of Service Appreciation
Certificates to Employees having Achieved a Five-Year
Employment Milestone as of 2004.
Introduction:
Staff has scheduled an Employee Appreciation BBQ Lunch for Wednesday, June 9, 2004,
located at the Big Pavilion behind City Hall, from 11am to 130pm (flyer attached). The
Employee Appreciation Breakfast was such a great success last year, and with the warmer
weather coming, Staff decided on an Employee Appreciation BBQ this year.
Discussion:
One of the clauses in Resolution 5617 (attached) indicates that the City will provide to
employees “gift certificates in the amount of $5 per year of service at five-year increments.”
Currently there are 8 city employees that fall under this criteria. Both the Employee
Lunch and Gift Certificates are currently budgeted for 2004 (Budget # 100-4100-1600).
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of purchasing these gift certificates to recognize the
achievements of these eight (8) employees. These eight (8) employees will be asked
where they want their gift certificates purchased, and Staff will pick them up. All gift
certificates must be chosen in the Twin Cities area.
Respectfully submitted,
_______________________________
Desaree M. Crane
RESOLUTION NO 6259
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
A RESOLUTION APPROVING DISTRIBUTION OF SERVICE
APPRECIATION CERTIFICATES TO EMPLOYEES HAVING REACHED
FIVE-YEAR EMPLOYMENT MILESTONES
WHEREAS, Resolution 5617 was adopted by the City Council on October 8, 2001; and,
WHEREAS, one of the clauses in Resolution 5617 indicates that the City will provide to
employees certificates in the amount of $5 per year of service at five-year increments; and,
WHEREAS, the following individuals have achieved an employment milestone with the
City of Mounds View since the adoption of Resolution 5617; and,
WHEREAS, together the eight identified employees have a cumulative 110 years of
experience with the City of Mounds View.
Employee Name Date of Hire Department Years of
Service
Debbie Jasper 12/27/1999 Finance 5 years
Barbara Benesch 12/10/1979 Community
Development
25 years
Jeremiah Anderson 12/08/1999 Community
Development
5 years
Jeff Wienke 01/03/1989 Public Works 15 years
Tim Fredberg 05/09/1994 Public Works 10 years
John Hughes 05/05/1999 Public Works 5 years
Steven Geringer 03/01/1989 Police
Department
15 years
Jerry Johnson 06/01/1974 Police
Department
30 years
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Mounds View City Council does
hereby appreciate and recognize the eight employees listed above for their years of dedicated
service and, pursuant to Resolution 5617, does hereby authorize the distribution of Service
Appreciation Certificates to each herein identified employee in amounts equal to five times their
years of service.
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004
________________________________
Jerry Linke, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
(SEAL)
Item No. 08H
Type of Business:CA
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Administrator Review: ______ City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Desaree Crane, Administrative Assistant
Item Title/Subject: Consideration of Resolution 6267 Approving a
Tobacco License for Big Top Liquors located at
2577 Highway 10
Date of Report: May 24, 2004
Staff recommends that the Council approve a tobacco license for Big Top Liquor
located at 2577 Highway 10. The appropriate application materials, fee and
proof of workers compensation insurance have been submitted. The licensing
period would be May 25, 2004-June 30, 2005.
Respectfully Submitted,
Desaree M. Crane
RESOLUTION 6267
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
A Resolution Approving a Tobacco License for
Big Top Liquor
WHEREAS, Big Top Liquor recently submitted an application for a new
tobacco license; and
WHEREAS, the licensing period would be May 25, 2004- June 30, 2005;
and
WHEREAS, all City of Mounds View business licenses must be approved
by the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City
Council does hereby approve a tobacco license for Big Top Liquor located at
2577 Highway 10.
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004.
___________________________________
Jerry Linke, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
(seal)
Item No: 9A(1)&(2)
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Type of Business: Public Hearing and CB
Administrator Review: _________
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Mounds View City Council
From: Kristin Prososki, Planning Associate
Item Title/Subject: Public Hearing and Consideration of a Proposed Major
Subdivision, Rezoning and Development Review of Land
Located at the Southwest Corner of County Highway 10 and
Silver Lake Road; Planning Case MA2004-002, DE2004-001
and ZC2004-001
Introduction:
The Velmeir Companies, represented by Jim LaValle, has submitted an application for a major
subdivision, rezoning and development review of the land at the southwest corner of County
Highway 10 and Silver Lake Road, the former Amoco gasoline station. The site has an area of
5.54 acres and the parcels are currently zoned B-3, R-3 and R-4. The applicant is requesting
that portions of the R-3 and R-4 parcels be rezoned to B-3. The proposed use for the
development is a CVS Pharmacy.
Background:
This site at 2800 Highway 10 is currently vacant and was formerly a BP Amoco gasoline
station. Three underground storage tanks, the associated piping and contaminated soils were
removed from the site on June 7, 2001.
Subdivision Discussion:
The applicant is proposing to develop a CVS Pharmacy on the former Amoco site. The plat
area involves five parcels, and from these five, three parcels will be created. The former
Amoco site consists of two parcels which would be combined along with portions of two
surrounding parcels (collectively referred to as “CVS parcel”). In addition to the two Amoco
parcels, the CVS parcel (Lot 2 on Preliminary Plat) incorporates a small triangular shaped
wedge of land from the parcel directly south of it (a multi-family property owned by Michael
Fox) and most of the vacant lot directly to the west of it which would be utilized for ponding.
The CVS parcel would have a total area of 133,360 square feet. Silverview Terrace, the 23-
unit apartment building (Lot 3 on the preliminary plat) would decrease in size to 57,678
square feet. The property located at 2832 Highway 10 (Lot 1 on the preliminary plat),
otherwise known as the Pak Building, would be altered by adding square footage from the
flag shaped lot—25 feet on the east side and 80 feet to the south. This lot would increase in
area to 45,380 square feet. The building on Lot 1 does not currently meet the side setback
requirements; adding the square feet will allow the building to conform to code.
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The Zoning Code requires that R-4, High Density Residential lots provide a minimum of
2,500 square feet of land for every dwelling unit on the lot. Silverview Terrace has 23
dwellings, thus the minimum area for the complex is 57,500 square feet. At 57,678 square
feet, the lot would meet Code. Lots 1 and 2 will be zoned B-3, Highway Business. Code only
requires that the lot size be sufficient for the building to meet the required setbacks. The
CVS Pharmacy is proposed for Lot 2, and the building satisfies all setback requirements and
therefore the lot meets the size requirement.
Park Dedication Fees: Park dedication fees are applicable for this subdivision, in an amount
equivalent to ten percent of the market value of the land being developed. Lot 2 of the plat,
the CVS parcel, is the only Lot that would be more intensely developed than its current use.
Therefore, Staff recommends that the park dedication fee be applied to the proposed area of
development based on a per square-foot land value of $8.05. The proposed area of
development is 71,817 square feet and thus has a value of $578,126.85. The park
dedication fee for this development would be $57,812.69, which amounts to 10% of the land
value. The City Council, however, has the discretion to choose another method for
determining the value of the property and can make the determination as to the amount.
Because the developer has agreed to install a ten-foot wide bituminous trail adjacent to the
site, the Council could --at its discretion-- consider subtracting the cost of the path from the
park dedication fee.
Development Review Discussion:
Setbacks: Below is a chart displaying the required and proposed building and parking
setbacks for the CVS site:
Building Setbacks Required Proposed Compliance
Front (Highway 10) 30 feet 75 feet Yes
Front (Silver Lake Rd) 30 feet 115 feet Yes
Side (south) (abuts Res.) 20 feet 21 feet Yes
Rear (west) 20 feet 46 feet Yes
Parking Lot Setbacks
Front (Highway 10) 5 feet* 5 feet Yes
Front (Silver Lake Rd.) 5 feet* 5 feet Yes
Rear (west) 2 feet* 65 feet Yes
*This property was granted a parking setback variance in November of 2003.
Parking: The site plan shows a total of 93 parking stalls including 3 handicapped parking
stalls. The Code requires one stall for every 100 square feet of retail sales area, plus one for
every employee. The CVS Pharmacy would have 9,898 square feet of retail area and
roughly 7 employees during one shift. Based on Code requirements, this development
would be required to have 106 parking stalls. Section 1121.14 of the Zoning Code, however,
allows a reduction in parking area if approved by the City Council. To be considered for a
reduction, there are requirements that must be met, including that the space must be
designated as proof of parking on the site plan and not used for other purposes. In addition,
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the number of reduced spaces cannot exceed 15% of the required amount. In this case,
15% of the required amount is 16 stalls. The site would only require an additional 13 proof of
parking stalls, however, the site plan shows 16 stalls, for a total of 109 combined actual and
potential parking stalls. Proof of parking is shown in three separate areas on the site plan.
Seven proof of parking stalls are shown as an extension of the parking on the northeast side
of the building, seven proof of parking stalls are shown near the pond and two proof of
parking stalls are shown near the entrance from Silver Lake Road.
The Fire Marshal reviewed the site plans and is requiring that the area on the southwest side
of the building and the curbing on the south property line be designated a fire lane and that
the area be marked as a “No Parking” area. The Planning Commission and developer agree
that the area to the east of the drive-up will be designated as a one-way and the traffic will
only move from west to east.
Drainage: The site would be serviced by a series of catch basins that drain into an on-site
infiltration pond. There would be a culvert in the infiltration pond that connects to a larger
adjacent pond. In addition, there would be a catch basin located on the Pak Building
property that would allow water to drain into the larger pond. The larger pond has been
designed to handle two 100-year storms back to back. In other words, the pond is designed
to handle twice the capacity that is typically required. The Public Works department and
SEH, the City’s engineering consultant, are reviewing the grading and draining plans. Dan
Cazanacli from SEH has stated that he has some concerns regarding the fact that the pond
does not have an emergency outflow. Mr. Cazanacli has stated that he is waiting for
additional information and Rice Creek Watershed’s comments before he gives a formal
recommendation. The developer submitted the plans to Rice Creek Watershed on April 8,
2004. City approval will of course be contingent upon Rice Creek Watershed’s and the City
engineer’s approval.
Utilities: Sanitary sewer lines are present in the Silver Lake Road right of way and water is
present in the County Road 10 and Silver Lake Road right of way. The proposed lot would
be served by underground electric and phone, as required by the City’s subdivision
regulations. The City’s Fire Marshal has reviewed the plans and verified that the existing
hydrants on site are adequate for the proposed development.
Building Exterior: The proposed CVS building has a building footprint of 13,013 square feet.
The height of the building is 23 feet with the entryway height extended up to 29 feet. The
materials used would be a combination of brick and EFIS (Exterior Finish Insulation System).
EFIS has been used in other recent projects in Mounds View, including the LandCor retail
and office buildings near the theater. The main entrance of the building is oriented toward
the corner of the property and will be accentuated by a taller roof treatment and a slight
archway. Along either side of the main entrance are nine windows. The slight arch is carried
throughout the exterior of the building and adds nice detail to the EFIS material. Brick
columns frame many of the arches and help to break up the façade of the building.
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Landscaping: A landscaping plan was submitted on April 20, 2004. The plan calls for a total
of twenty-six (26) trees and sixty-four (64) shrubs. In addition, the plan also shows118
perennials, plus mixed annuals to be added by the owner. All disturbed areas will have sod,
including the area surrounding the pond. The City Forester has reviewed the plans and his
comments have been incorporated into the plans.
Trail: A ten (10) wide foot bituminous pathway is proposed for this site. The trail would be
parallel to County Road 10, to match in with existing trails and would also continue southwest
along Silver Lake Road. Although there is not a continuous trail along Silver Lake Road,
there is a bus transit stop near that corner and Staff is recommending that the trail continue
just past the bus stop and end at the curb cut on Silver Lake Road.
Garbage Enclosure: A garbage enclosure is shown on the plans on the north side of the CVS
building. The enclosure is roughly eight (8) feet in height and is located so that it will not
obstruct the drive-up traffic. Specific plans for the enclosure were not submitted, however,
the elevations show a material similar to chain link. Chain link fencing is not permitted
enclosure material. Staff is recommending that the City require the enclosure to be
constructed of the same materials as the building. In addition, there is also a compactor on
site that will be screened with the same material as the garbage enclosure.
Lighting: A photometric analysis of the site was submitted for review. Section 1103.09 of the
Code states that all lighting shall be hooded and that any light that casts light on a public
street shall not exceed one (1) foot-candle as measured from the center line of the street. In
addition, it states that light cast on residential property must not exceed four-tenths (0.4)
foot-candles. Although the street center line is not shown, based on measurements, Staff
concludes that the foot-candle reading is no greater than four-tenths (0.4) at the Highway 10
center line and five-tenths (0.5) at the Silver Lake Road centerline. Residential property is
located to the south of this parcel. While the foot-candle readings are slightly higher than
what the Code allows at the property line, the Planning Commission and Staff believes the
minimal light spillage would not affect the residents in that the dwellings are separated from
the CVS site by the bank of garage stalls and a distance of 175 feet. The Planning
Commission included a provision in Resolution 759-04 that requires the lighting to be
shielded if complaints are received from residents at Silverview Terrace. While the
specification of the lighting to be used is included, the pole height is not indicated and will
need to be specified.
Signage: A sign plan was not submitted at this time, however, the Code allows properties
within the B-3, Highway Business district to have one hundred (100) square feet of wall
signage per occupant and two hundred (200) square feet of ground signage per building. It
appears that the signage shown on the elevation plans would exceed City allowances. The
applicant has stated that a separate sign package will be submitted to the City and it will
include directional signs designating the drive-up area as one-way traffic.
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Traffic: The proposed development will increase the number of vehicles traveling through the
intersection of Silver Lake Road and County Road 10. The developer indicates that a typical
CVS Pharmacy generates roughly 195 vehicle trips per day. The site is currently vacant, but
the previous use was a gasoline station. Estimated vehicle trips per day for a gasoline
station are 845. Although the proposed development will add more traffic than the current
use, it will not have as much of a traffic impact as the previous use. While many CVS
customers will use the right-in right-out onto County Road 10, those coming from the south
on County Road 10 or from the north on Red Oak Drive will need to pass through the
intersection which is controlled by Ramsey County. Even with the additional traffic resulting
from the development of a CVS, staff does not anticipate degradation in the “level of service”
at the intersection.
Access: There are two proposed access points to the CVS site. One access is off of County
Road10, one hundred ninety-five (195) feet from the east corner of the lot (nearest to
intersection). The second access point is from Silver Lake Road and is one hundred thirty-
eight (138) feet from the east corner of the lot. These access points should allow for good
traffic flow through the parking area and drive-through. Staff believes that the two curb cuts
will provide sufficient access and egress from the proposed site.
Rezoning Discussion:
When considering a rezoning, two things must be determined: whether the proposed zoning
is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and whether or not it would be detrimental to the
surrounding neighborhood. The Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map designates this
area as mixed use planned unit development (MU-PUD). An MU-PUD is defined as, “Land
containing a building or buildings with significant amounts of residential uses in combination
with commercial and/or office uses.” Although the site is not being rezoned to PUD, this
designation is somewhat consistent with the proposed subdivision in the sense that a CVS
Pharmacy would contribute to adding the commercial component to the residential area.
Staff does not feel that the proposed rezoning would be detrimental to the surrounding area
because the proposed uses are similar to the surrounding uses. The area in question is
located on Highway 10, which typically has commercial uses adjacent to it. Lot 3 will
continue to be zoned R-4, which helps to buffer the commercial use. In addition, this area
has been used in the past as a commercial property and it was not detrimental to the
surrounding areas at that time.
The table below shows the current and proposed zoning of each of the three lots.
Current Zoning Proposed Zoning
Lot 1 B-3 and R-3 B-3
Lot 2 B-3, R-3 and R-4 B-3
Lot 3 R-4 R-4
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Ordinance 739, which would amend the zoning of portions of Lots 1 and 2, is attached to the
report. If Council moves forward with the introduction and first reading of Ordinance 739
tonight, the second reading and adoption would not occur until after the Council has given
final plat approval and the plat is recorded with Ramsey County.
This proposal was brought before the Planning Commission during the May 5 and May 19,
2004 meetings. The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the
preliminary plat, rezoning and development review.
Public Comment: Four residents spoke before the Planning Commission during the May 5,
2004 meeting. The residents had many questions about the development and raised a
concern about the safety of the ponds. One of the residents requested that a fence be
installed around the pond to deter children from playing near the pond, which the developer
agreed to do. Prior to the meetings, Staff received three comments from the public. Jerry
Jaker of the Minnesota Institute of Public Health voiced a concern that the new development
would generate more traffic at an already busy intersection. He stated that his employees
already have a difficult time with the intersection under current circumstances and adding a
retail store to the area would create additional traffic problems. Public Works Director Greg
Lee has indicated that the amount of traffic from the CVS site should not worsen the existing
situation, however the intersection could be scheduled for an assessment and could be
redesigned with new traffic lights to improve flow if the County feels it is necessary. Staff will
monitor the situation and take appropriate action if problems arise. The other comment
came from a citizen who was concerned that Mounds View already has two similar
businesses and does not feel that Mounds View will be able to support three such
businesses. The last comment came from a resident concerned that the proposed CVS
store is not compatible with the surrounding residential uses. The resident was also
concerned with the lighting and noise from a 24-hour business.
Recommendation:
Discuss the proposed preliminary plat and the associated issues surrounding the subdivision
and rezoning. The Council can take one of the following actions related to the request:
1. Approve the preliminary plat, rezoning and development review. Resolution 6270, a
resolution approving the preliminary plat and development review, is attached if the
Council chooses this option. Ordinance 739 is also attached if Council chooses to move
forward with the introduction and first reading.
2. Table the request. If additional information is needed before a decision can be rendered
or if more discussion is needed, the Council can simply move to table the request until
such information has been provided. If the Council chooses this option, Staff will need to
send a letter to the applicant informing them that the City will need additional time beyond
the 60-day requirement.
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3. Deny the preliminary plat, rezoning and development review. If the Council selects this
option, Staff must be directed to draft the resolution with appropriate findings to support
the denial.
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin Prososki
Planning Associate
Attachments:
1. Application
2. Zoning Map
3. Location Map
4. Photographs
5. Planning Commission Resolution 759-04
6. Resolution 6270
7. Ordinance 739
8. Colored Rendering of Site Plan (Separate Attachment)
9. Plans Submitted on 5/20/04 (Separate Attachment)
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MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 759-04
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT
FOR “VELMEIR CVS ADDITION”, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FOR A RETAIL BUILDING AND RECOMMENDING
APPROVAL OF A REZONING FROM R-3, MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL AND
R-4 HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO B-3, HIGHWAY BUSINESS FOR THE LOTS
ADDRESSED 2828 COUNTY HIGHWAY 10 and 7750 SILVER LAKE ROAD;
MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING CASES MA2004-002, ZC2004-001 AND DE2004-001
WHEREAS, the applicant, The Velmeir Companies (“Velmeir”), has applied for a major
subdivision and development review to redevelop the former Amoco gasoline station site
addressed 2800 County Highway 10 into a retail building and has additionally requested a
rezoning of 2828 County Highway 10 and a portion of 7750 Silver Lake Road from R-3 and R-4,
respectively, to B-3 to match the zoning of 2800 County Highway 10; and
WHEREAS, Velmeir has requested approval of a preliminary plat for the “Velmeir CVS
Addition” major subdivision on land located southwest of County Highway 10 and Silver Lake
Road legally-described as follows:
That part of Lot 59, Auditor’s Subdivision No. 89, lying South of a line described as follows:
Commencing at the Northwest corner of said lot 59; thence South along the West line of said Lot
59, 257.93 feet to the point of beginning; thence Southeasterly to a point on the East line of said
Lot 59, 257.93 feet South of the Northeast corner and there terminating. Together with: Lot 58,
except the West 100 feet lying Northerly of the Southerly 514.63 feet thereof, Auditor’s
Subdivision No. 89, Together with: Subject to Highway, except the South 514.63 feet of the West
100 feet of Lot 58, Auditor’s Subdivision No. 89, Together with: Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Amoco
Silver Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, Ramsey County, Minnesota.
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Planning Commission has reviewed the following
documents regarding this proposal:
1. Planning Application
2. Preliminary Plat (C6-1)
3. Zoning Map
4. Location Map
5. Site Plan (Page C2-1)
6. Grading Plan (Page C3-1)
7. Utility Plan (C4-1)
8. Staff Report
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WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 1204.04, Subd. 4, the subdivision is subject to a
park dedication fee which would be equivalent to 10% of the assessed value of the project area,
which has yet to be determined; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed subdivision is NOT within a Wetland Zoning District; and,
WHEREAS, the grading and drainage plan are being reviewed by the City Engineer and is
subject to Rice Creek watershed District approval; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing regarding this
preliminary plat on Wednesday, May 5, 2004; and,
WHEREAS, before development may proceed, the Planning Commission and City
Council are required to review and approve all applications for development; and,
WHEREAS, proof of parking (up to 15% of the total parking requirement) can be
granted by the City Council when it is determined that the parking requirement is greater than
needed; and,
WHEREAS, the City Code indicates that rezoning requests shall be consistent with the
Future Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan and that the Planning Commission shall find
that the rezoning would not be detrimental to the neighborhood or adversely affect any adjoining
properties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Mounds View Planning Commission
hereby makes the following findings of fact related to the rezoning request:
1. The Future Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan designates this area as a Mixed
Use Planned Unit Development. The proposed Highway Business zoning district would
not be inconsistent with the vision for this area.
2. The rezoning of the property would not adversely affect any adjacent or nearby properties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Mounds View Planning
Commission, based upon its review of the documentation and findings of fact, recommends
approval of the rezoning request of portion of Lots 1 and 2 from R-3 and R-4 to B-3.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Mounds View Planning
Commission, finding that the submitted preliminary plan satisfies City Code, recommends
approval of the “Velmeir CVS Addition” preliminary plat subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall arrange to have a Registered Property Abstract (RPA) or other
acceptable title commitment provided to the City Attorney for review prior to the
approval of the subdivision by the City Council.
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Page 15
2 Velmeir shall pay a park dedication fee in an amount to be determined by the Mounds
View City Council.
3. Velmeir shall obtain approval from Rice Creek Watershed District and the Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency before construction activity commences.
4. All utilities within the development area shall be located underground.
5. Velmeir shall apply for Final Plat approval no later than January 1, 2005 or the
Preliminary Plat approval will become null and void.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Mounds View Planning
Commission, finding that the submitted site plan satisfies City Code, recommends approval of a
development review subject to the following conditions:
1. The Site Plan shall be revised as follows:
a. The garbage enclosure details shall be added to the site plan.
b. A notation shall be added that indicates that a fence will be installed around the
pond area.
c. A notation shall be added that the area between the south side of the building and
the south curb line will be marked Fire Lane and traffic in that area will be one-
way, from west to east.
d. Perimeter curbing shall be shown along the east side of the Pak building.
2. The lighting plan shall be revised to show fixture details and pole height from grade.
a. The lighting may be completed as shown on plans. If complaints regarding the
lighting are received, the lighting shall be modified to meet code requirements.
3. Velmeir shall enter into a development agreement with the City that sets forth all of the
terms, conditions, requirements, agreements, guarantees and plans for the orderly
development of the property.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Mounds View Planning Commission directs
staff to forward this resolution to the City Council prior to approval of the minutes.
Adopted this 19th day of May, 2004
__________________________________________
Gary Stevenson, Chairperson
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
Jim Ericson, Community Development Director
(SEAL)
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May 24, 2004
Page 16
RESOLUTION NO. 6270
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION APPROVING
THE “VELMEIR CVS ADDITION” PRELIMINARY PLAT
AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING CASE NOS. MA2004-002 AND DE2004-001
WHEREAS, The Velmeir Companies (“Velmeir”) has requested approval of a
preliminary plat and a development review for the “Velmeir CVS Addition” major subdivision
on land located at the southwest corner of County Road 10 and Silver Lake Road, legally-
described as follows:
That part of Lot 59, Auditor’s Subdivision No. 89, lying South of a line described as
follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said lot 59; thence South along the
West line of said Lot 59, 257.93 feet to the point of beginning; thence Southeasterly to
a point on the East line of said Lot 59, 257.93 feet South of the Northeast corner and
there terminating. Together with: Lot 58, except the West 100 feet lying Northerly of the
Southerly 514.63 feet thereof, Auditor’s Subdivision No. 89, Together with: Subject to
Highway, except the South 514.63 feet of the West 100 feet of Lot 58, Auditor’s
Subdivision No. 89, Together with: Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Amoco Silver Addition,
according to the recorded plat thereof, Ramsey County, Minnesota.
WHEREAS, Velmeir has submitted a Preliminary Plat for the major subdivision
which creates 3 lots; and,
WHEREAS, the community development and public works staff, the city engineer
and the city attorney have all reviewed the preliminary plat and find that it satisfies the
minimum subdivision requirements as articulated in Titles 1100 and 1200 of the Mounds
View Municipal Code and complies with county platting requirements; and,
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 1204.04, Subd. 4, the subdivision is subject
to a park dedication fee which would be equivalent to 10% of the assessed value of the
project area, which has yet to be determined; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed subdivision is NOT within a Wetland Zoning District; and,
WHEREAS, Velmeir has submitted the grading and drainage plan to Rice Creek
Watershed District; and,
WHEREAS, proof of parking (up to 15% of the total parking requirement) can be
granted by the City Council when it is determined that the parking requirement is greater
than needed; and,
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May 24, 2004
Page 17
WHEREAS, the Mounds View City Council has reviewed the following documents
regarding this proposal:
1. Planning Application
2. Preliminary Plat
3. Zoning Map
4. Location Map
5. Site Plan (Page C2-1)
6. Grading Plan (Page C3-1)
7. Utility Plan (C4-1)
8. Planning Commission Resolution 759-04
9. Staff Report
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing regarding this preliminary plat on Wednesday, May 5, 2004 and has adopted
Resolution 759-04, a resolution recommending approval of the preliminary plat, rezoning
and development review; and,
WHEREAS, the Mounds View City Council held a duly noticed public hearing
regarding this preliminary plat on Monday, May 24, 2004.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City Council, finding
that the submitted preliminary plat satisfies City Code, approves the Velmeir CVS Addition
Preliminary Plat submitted by Velmeir, subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicants shall arrange to have a Registered Property Abstract
(RPA) or other acceptable title commitment provided to the City Attorney
for review and approval prior to the City approving the Final Plat.
2. Prior to the Final Plat execution, Velmeir shall pay a park dedication fee
in an amount to be determined by the Mounds View City Council.
3. Velmeir shall enter into various agreements with the City including (but
not limited to) the Developers Agreement.
4. Velmeir shall obtain approval from Rice Creek Watershed District and the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency before construction activity
commences.
5. All utilities within the development area shall be located underground.
6. The Preliminary Plat shall show survey measured distances and angles.
7. Velmeir shall apply for Final Plat approval no later than January 1, 2005
or the Preliminary Plat approval will become null and void.
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May 24, 2004
Page 18
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mounds View City
Council, finding that the submitted site plan satisfies City Code, approves the Velmeir CVS
Addition development review, subject to the following conditions:
1. The Site Plan shall be revised as follows:
a. The garbage enclosure details shall be added to the site plan. The
materials used shall be similar to the exterior of the building.
b. A notation shall be added that the area between the south side of the
building and the south curb line will be marked Fire Lane and traffic in
that area shall be one-way, from west to east.
c. Perimeter curbing shall be shown along the east side of the Pak
building.
2. The lighting plan shall be revised to show fixture details and pole height
from grade.
a. The lighting may be completed as shown on plans. If complaints
regarding the lighting are received, the lighting shall be modified to
meet code requirements.
3. Before any construction is to occur, Velmeir will need to submit copies of
all required county permits.
4. Velmeir shall enter into a development agreement with the City that sets
forth all of the terms, conditions, requirements, agreements, guarantees
and plans for the orderly development of the property.
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004.
__________________________________________
Jerry Linke, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
Kurt Ulrich,
City Clerk / Administrator
(SEAL)
CVS Report
May 24, 2004
Page 19
ORDINANCE NO. 739
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A REZONING OF PORTIONS OF LOTS 1 AND 2,
BLOCK 1, VELMEIR CVS ADDITION, LOCATED AT 2800 COUNTY ROAD 10
THE CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Appendix A of the Mounds View Municipal Code entitled “Specific
Rezonings” is hereby amended to include reference to the following Ordinance 739.
Subdivision 1. Purpose. The Mounds View City Council has determined that to
further economic development and organized land use controls that the present zoning
classification of portions of certain parcels should be reclassified to be consistent with the
current zoning of the former Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Amoco Silver Addition.
Subdivision 2. The Mounds View City Council has determined that there would be
no adverse effects to adjoining properties resulting from the rezoning and that the rezoning
would not be detrimental to the community at large.
Subdivision 3. Accordingly, the Mounds View City Council approves the rezoning
and directs that the City’s official Zoning Map and the zoning classification for the following
described parcel be amended as follows:
Parcel Legal Description Existing Zoning
Designation
New Zoning
Designation
Lot 2, Block 1, Velmeir CVS Addition R-3, B-3, R-4 B-3
Lot 3, Block 1, Velmeir CVS Addition R-3, R-4 R-4
and as shown on the attached maps labeled Exhibit A through C.
SECTION 2. Adoption of this ordinance is contingent upon successful recording of the
Velmeir CVS Addition plat with Ramsey County
SECTION 3. This ordinance is effective thirty days after its publication.
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May 24, 2004
Page 20
Public hearing, first reading and introduction by the City Council of the City of
Mounds View this 24th day of May, 2004.
Second reading and adoption by the City Council of the City of Mounds View on
this ____ day of ___________, 2004.
_______________________________________
Jerry Linke, Mayor
ATTEST
_______________________________________
Kurt Ulrich, City Clerk-Administrator
(SEAL)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_______________________
Scott Riggs, City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
Existing Zoning
N
EXHIBIT B
Proposed Zoning – Existing Parcels
EXHIBIT C
Proposed Zoning – Velmeir CVS Addition Plat
Area to be
rezoned
B-3 from
R-3 and
R-4
Area to be
rezoned
R-4 from
R-3
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May 24, 2004
Page 2
Item No. 09F
Type of Business: CB
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Administrator Review: ______ City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Consideration of Resolution 6248 Adopting the City
Vision and Mission Statement
Date of Report: May 24, 2004
Introduction:
In March 2004, the city council and department heads held a “leadership-planning-team
building” retreat. The retreat was held at the Mounds View Community Center and
facilitated by Don Salverda, an outside consultant.
Over the two evenings of the retreat, the Council and Department Heads discussed the
past, present and future, and responded with a plan to address the challenges facing
the City of Mounds View.
Discussion
The group developed a shared vision for success, by agreeing on a formal revised
vision and mission statement. The proposed vision statement reads:
We see Mounds View as a proactive community that takes pride in its
achievements. We are responsive to the changing needs and interests of
our residents and businesses. As a result, our community thrives and
prospers.
The proposed mission statement reads:
Provide high quality public services that effectively address changing
citizen and community needs in a fiscally responsible and customer-
friendly manner.
Recommendation:
As part of the retreat follow-up the facilitator recommended that the Council formally
adopt the City Vision and Mission Statement. Resolution 6249 is presented for council
consideration and recommended approval.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________
Kurt Ulrich
City Administrator
RESOLUTION 6248
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ADOPTING THE CITY VISION AND MISSION STATEMENT
WHEREAS, in March of 2004, the City Council and Department Heads held a
“Leadership – Planning – Team Building” retreat; and
WHEREAS, the City Council and Department Heads discussed the past,
present, and future and responded with a plan to address the challenges facing the City
of Mounds View; and
WHEREAS, The City Council and Department Heads developed a shared vision
for success by agreeing on a formal vision and mission statement, which reads:
Mounds View Vision Statement
We see Mounds View as a proactive community that takes pride in its
achievements. We are responsive to the changing needs and interests of
our residents and businesses. As a result, our community thrives and
prospers.
Mounds View Mission Statement
Our Mission is to provide high quality public services that effectively
address changing citizen and community needs in a fiscally responsible
and customer-friendly manner.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mounds View City Council
hereby adopt the City of Mounds View Vision and Mission Statement.
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Mayor Jerry Linke
Councilmember Quick Councilmember Stigney
Councilmember Gunn Councilmember Marty
City Administrator Ulrich
Item No. 09G
Type of Business: CB
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Administrator Review: ______ City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Consideration of Resolution 6255 Adopting the City
Goals Program
Date of Report: May 24, 2004
Introduction:
In March 2004, the city council and department heads held a “leadership-planning-team
building” retreat. The retreat was held at the Mounds View Community Center and facilitated by
Don Salverda, an outside consultant.
Over the two evenings of the retreat, the Council and Department Heads discussed the past,
present and future, and responded with a plan to address the challenges facing the City of
Mounds View.
Discussion
The group developed a shared vision for success, by agreeing on a Goals Program for the City.
The proposed Goals Program reads as follows:
Goal #1: To continue to Provide Quality Services with Limited Resources
Goal #2: To Improve the City’s Infrastructure
Goal #3: To Develop a Long Term (Ten Year) Community Vision and Goals
Goal #4: To Enhance the City’s Revenue Streams
Goal #5: To Improve the City’s Housing Stock
Goal #6: To Implement the Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan for County
Highway 10
Goal #7: To Initiate a Study of Possible Improvements in How the City Delivers its
Services
Recommendation:
As part of the retreat follow-up the facilitator recommended that the Council formally adopt the
Mounds View Goals Program. Resolution 6255 is presented for council consideration and
recommended approval.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________
Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
RESOLUTION 6255
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ADOPTING THE MOUNDS VIEW GOALS PROGRAM
WHEREAS, in March of 2004, the City Council and Department Heads held a
“Leadership – Planning – Team Building” retreat; and
WHEREAS, the City Council and Department Heads discussed the past, present, and
future and responded with a plan to address the challenges facing the City of Mounds View; and
WHEREAS, The City Council and Department Heads developed a shared vision for
success by agreeing on a Mounds View Goals Program, which reads:
Mounds View Goals Program
Goal #1: To Continue to Provide Quality Services with Limited Resources
Goal #2: To Improve the City’s Infrastructure
Goal #3: To Develop a Long Term (Ten Year) Community Vision and Goals
Goal #4: To Enhance the City’s Revenue Streams
Goal #5: To Improve the City’s Housing Stock
Goal #6: To Implement the Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan for County
Highway 10
Goal #7: To Initiate a Study of Possible Improvements in How the City Delivers its
Services
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mounds View City Council hereby
adopt the City of Mounds View Goals Program.
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Mayor Jerry Linke
Councilmember Quick Councilmember Stigney
Councilmember Gunn Councilmember Marty
City Administrator Ulrich
Item No. 09H
Type of Business: CB
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Administrator Review: ______ City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Consideration of Resolution 6256 Adopting the City
Values Statement
Date of Report: May 24, 2004
Introduction:
In March 2004, the city council and department heads held a “leadership-planning-team
building” retreat. The retreat was held at the Mounds View Community Center and facilitated by
Don Salverda, an outside consultant.
Over the two evenings of the retreat, the Council and Department Heads discussed the past,
present and future, and responded with a plan to address the challenges facing the City of
Mounds View.
Discussion
The group developed a shared vision for success, by agreeing on a Values Statement. The
proposed Values Statement reads as follows:
1. Excellence and Quality in the Delivery of Services
We believe that service to the public is our reason for being and
strive to deliver quality services in a highly professional and cost-
effective manner.
2. Fiscal Responsibility
We believe that fiscal responsibility and the prudent stewardship of
public funds is essential for citizen confidence in government.
3. Ethics and Integrity
We believe that ethics and integrity are the foundation blocks of
public trust and confidence and that all meaningful relationships are
built on these values.
4. Treating Citizens with Respect
We believe that citizens are to be treated with courtesy and respect
and deserve the best services we can provide.
5. Open and Honest Communication
We believe that open and honest communication is essential for an
for an informed and involved citizenry and to foster a positive
working environment for employees.
6. Cooperation and Teamwork
We believe that the public is best served when departments and
employees work cooperatively as a team rather than at cross
purposes.
7. Professionalism
We believe that continuous improvement is the mark of
professionalism and are committed to applying this principle to the
services we offer and the development of our employees.
Recommendation:
As part of the retreat follow-up the facilitator recommended that the Council formally adopt the
Values Statement. Resolution 6256 is presented for council consideration and recommended
approval.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________
Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
RESOLUTION 6256
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ADOPTING THE MOUNDS VIEW VALUES STATEMENT
WHEREAS, in March of 2004, the City Council and Department Heads held a
“Leadership – Planning – Team Building” retreat; and
WHEREAS, the City Council and Department Heads discussed the past, present, and
future and responded with a plan to address the challenges facing the City of Mounds View; and
WHEREAS, The City Council and Department Heads developed a shared vision for
success by agreeing on a Mounds View Values Statement, which reads:
Mounds View Values Statement
1. Excellence and Quality in the Delivery of Services
We believe that service to the public is our reason for being and
strive to deliver quality services in a highly professional and cost-
effective manner.
2. Fiscal Responsibility
We believe that fiscal responsibility and the prudent stewardship of
public funds is essential for citizen confidence in government.
3. Ethics and Integrity
We believe that ethics and integrity are the foundation blocks of
public trust and confidence and that all meaningful relationships are
built on these values.
4. Treating Citizens with Respect
We believe that citizens are to be treated with courtesy and respect
and deserve the best services we can provide.
5. Open and Honest Communication
We believe that open and honest communication is essential for an
for an informed and involved citizenry and to foster a positive
working environment for employees.
6. Cooperation and Teamwork
We believe that the public is best served when departments and
employees work cooperatively as a team rather than at cross
purposes.
7. Professionalism
We believe that continuous improvement is the mark of
professionalism and are committed to applying this principle to the
services we offer and the development of our employees.
Resolution 6256
Page 2
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mounds View City Council hereby
adopt the City of Mounds View Values Statement.
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Mayor Jerry Linke
Councilmember Quick Councilmember Stigney
Councilmember Gunn Councilmember Marty
City Administrator Ulrich
Item No. 09I
Type of Business: CB
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Administrator Review: ______ City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Consideration of Resolution 6257 Adopting the City
Rules of Conduct
Date of Report: May 24, 2004
Introduction:
In March 2004, the city council and department heads held a “leadership-planning-team
building” retreat. The retreat was held at the Mounds View Community Center and facilitated by
Don Salverda, an outside consultant.
Over the two evenings of the retreat, the Council and Department Heads discussed the past,
present and future, and responded with a plan to address the challenges facing the City of
Mounds View.
Discussion
The group developed a shared vision for success, by agreeing on a Rules of Conduct. The
proposed Rules of Conduct reads as follows:
Rule#1 Council Members treat each other, the staff and the
public with respect and dignity.
Rule #2 Council Members maintain the highest standards of
honesty and integrity in their public and private dealings.
Rule #3 Council Members recognize the interdependency of the
Council and the Professional Staff.
Rule #4 Council Members are courteous in their dealings, and do
not interrupt other Council Members, the Staff or Citizens
when they are speaking at Council meetings.
Rule #5 Council Members respect the individuality and
contribution that other Council Members and Staff
Members bring to the City.
Rule #6 Council Members respect the majority vote of the
Council, and do not undermine or sabotage
implementation of ordinances, policies, and rules passed
by the majority.
Rule #7 Council Members respect and do not belittle, the minority
opinions and votes of Council Members who are not part
of the majority vote on key issues.
Rule #8 Council Members praise in public and criticize and
discipline in private.
Rule #9 Council Members focus on the “Big Picture of the City,”
thinking and acting strategically.
Rule #10 Council Members set an example for others to follow.
Recommendation:
As part of the retreat follow-up the facilitator recommended that the Council formally adopt the
City Rules of Conduct. Resolution 6257 is presented for council consideration and
recommended approval.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________
Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
RESOLUTION 6257
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ADOPTING THE MOUNDS VIEW RULES OF CONDUCT
WHEREAS, in March of 2004, the City Council and Department Heads held a
“Leadership – Planning – Team Building” retreat; and
WHEREAS, the City Council and Department Heads discussed the past, present, and
future and responded with a plan to address the challenges facing the City of Mounds View; and
WHEREAS, The City Council and Department Heads developed a shared vision for
success by agreeing on a Mounds View Rules of Conduct, which reads:
Mounds View Rules of Conduct
Rule#1 Council Members treat each other, the staff and the
public with respect and dignity.
Rule #2 Council Members maintain the highest standards of
honesty and integrity in their public and private dealings.
Rule #3 Council Members recognize the interdependency of the
Council and the Professional Staff.
Rule #4 Council Members are courteous in their dealings, and do
not interrupt other Council Members, the Staff or Citizens
when they are speaking at Council meetings.
Rule #5 Council Members respect the individuality and
contribution that other Council Members and Staff
Members bring to the City.
Rule #6 Council Members respect the majority vote of the
Council, and do not undermine or sabotage
implementation of ordinances, policies, and rules passed
by the majority.
Rule #7 Council Members respect and do not belittle, the minority
opinions and votes of Council Members who are not part
of the majority vote on key issues.
Rule #8 Council Members praise in public and criticize and
discipline in private.
Rule #9 Council Members focus on the “Big Picture of the City,”
thinking and acting strategically.
Rule #10 Council Members set an example for others to follow.
Resolution 6257
Page 2
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mounds View City Council hereby
adopt the City of Mounds View Rules of Conduct.
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Mayor Jerry Linke
Councilmember Quick Councilmember Stigney
Councilmember Gunn Councilmember Marty
City Administrator Ulrich
Item No.9J
Meeting Date: 05/24/04
Type of Business: CB
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
Item Title/Subject: Resolution 6271 Approving the 2004 Compensation
Schedule for Non-Union Personnel
Background:
To date in 2004, the City has been unable to reach agreement on wages and
benefits for 2004 with any of the organized labor groups. Many negotiation
sessions have been held over the past six months with all of the bargaining
groups, and a lot of progress has been made on many contract issues, however
due to economic issues we have been unable to finalize any labor contracts.
Due to the fact that it is nearly mid-year, it is now recommended that non-union
wages and benefits be established. These amounts are established consistent
with the City budget for 2004 and comparable to offers pending with the
organized labor groups.
The proposed compensation schedule reflects a 1% cost of living adjustment
effective January 1, 2004, plus an additional a 1% cost of living adjustment
effective July 1, 2004 and a monthly health insurance contribution of $613.30 for
all non-union employees, effective January 1, 2004. The current monthly health
insurance contribution is $557.55.
Traditionally the City provides employee groups with the same wage and benefit
adjustment in order to maintain internal equity.
Attached for your consideration is Resolution 6271 Approving the 2004
Compensation Schedule and monthly health insurance contribution for Non-
Union Personnel.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council approve Resolution 6271 Approving the
2004 Compensation Schedule and monthly health insurance contribution for
Non-Union Personnel.
Respectfully Submitted,
Kurt Ulrich
City Administrator
Attachments:
1. Resolution 6271
RESOLUTION 6271
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT AND
HEALTH INSURANCE CONTRIBUTION ADJUSTMENT FOR CITY OF
MOUNDS VIEW
NON-UNION EMPLOYEES
WHEREAS, the Personnel Compensation Schedule must be annually
approved by Council Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved a Budget for the year 2004 that
reflects those increases;
WHEREAS, the City Council has traditionally awarded the same cost of
living increase and health insurance contribution to all employee groups in order
to maintain internal equity; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City of Mounds
View, that the City Council does hereby approve a 1% cost of living adjustment
effective January 1, 2004, plus an additional a 1% cost of living adjustment
effective July 1, 2004, as reflected in the attached 2004 Pay Plan, and a monthly
health insurance contribution of $613.30 for all non-union employees, effective
January 1, 2004.
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004.
________________________________
Jerry Linke, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Kurt Ulrich
City Clerk / Administrator
(SEAL)
Item No. 09L
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Type of Business: CB
Administrator Review: _____
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Desaree Crane, Administrative Assistant
Item Title/Subject: Request for a Drive-by Utility Drop Box Located
next to the Mailbox in the City Hall Parking Lot
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Staff is requesting that a Utility Drop Box be installed for residents to drop off
their utility bills without leaving their vehicle. There is a Utility Payment Drop Box
located on the left side of the entrance of City Hall. Currently, city residents have
to do the following to drop off their Utility Bills after-hours:
1. Drive to City Hall.
2. Park and get out of their vehicle.
3. Drop the Utility Bill in the Utility Drop Box located on the left side of
the entrance.
4. Get back in their vehicle and leave.
Staff is concerned with the elderly and handicapped residents in the City. Staff
feels that a Drive-by Utility Bill Drop Box would best suit the needs of not only
elderly and handicap residents, but all residents of Mounds View as well.
Here are two options for your consideration:
Option One – Purchasing Model 400-DIG from American Security Cabinets
One option is to purchase a Utility Drop Box from a company specializing in
sturdy security cabinets. Staff has called numerous cities, and research
companies over the internet, and American Security Cabinets was the only
company found that offers Drive-by Utility Boxes. American Security Cabinets is
a company located in St. Cloud, Minnesota who specializes in making security
cabinets. The model in consideration is the Model 400-DIG (attached). This
model would cost $1,714.00, which includes installation. The model is made of
stainless steel, with a piano hinged door, brass works lock, lock cover, and floor
liner. It would be secured with a 57 inch long in-ground steel pedestal with thick
walled 4x4 as post continuously welded to heavy top plate with fasteners for
attachment to the security cabinet. Since this cabinet is stainless steel there is
very little maintenance.
Although not required, you have the option of purchasing a Service Agreement,
which costs $32.00 a month. This Service Agreement includes maintenance for
all exposures, $1,500 indemnity of break-in cash loss, and $2 million dollars in
general site liability. Staff does not feel that there is a need for this service
agreement, but the service agreement is attached for your reference.
Option Two – Public Works builds a Drive-by Utility Drop Box
Public Works Employees are able to build a Drive-by Utility Drop Box, however, it
will take a lot of staff time to design and maintain it. Pubic Works Staff is not
equipped to weld Stainless Steel. There would be maintenance issues with a
non-stainless steel box to include painting, rust prevention, and daily upkeep.
Staff is also concerned with security. Money would be put in this box, and Staff
must be assured that no one is able to break into the Utility Drop Box. The Utility
must be secure and be able to “take a beating.”
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the
purchase the Utility Drive-by Drop Box from American Security Cabinets for the
amount of $1,714.00 (without service agreement) based upon resident needs
and more accessibility in paying utility bills. Funding would be divided among
the utility funds.
Respectfully Submitted,
___________________________
Desaree Crane
Administrative Assistant
RESOLUTION 6263
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Resolution Approving a Utility Billing Drop Box
WHEREAS, the City provides an after hours utility drop box for
residents to pay their utility bills; and
WHEREAS, staff recommends installation of an additional Utility
Billing Drop Box for better accessibility for our residents; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City
Council does hereby approve purchasing a Model 400-DIG from American
Security Cabinets for a cost of $1,714.00.
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004.
Jerry Linke, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
(seal)
Item No: 09N
Meeting Date: May 24, 2004
Type of Business: CA
Administrator Review: _____
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Desaree Crane, Administrative Assistant
Item Title/Subject: Approval of Step and Wage Increase for Kristin Prososki
Background:
Kristin Prososki is a current employee with the City of Mounds View. Kristin Prososki’s
supervisor reviewed her performance as it relates to her responsibilities outlined in the
job description.
Discussion:
It was determined that Kristin Prososki has more than satisfactorily performed in the
capacity of her position, and therefore a wage adjustment is consistent with the City’s
Personnel Policy.
Respectfully Submitted,
Desaree Crane
Administrative Assistant
RESOLUTION 6253
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION APPROVING STEP ADJUSTMENT
WHEREAS, the following below is a regular full-time employee who is currently
working for the City of Mounds View; and
WHEREAS, her supervisor reviewed her performance as it relates to the
responsibilities outlined in the job description; and
WHEREAS, her supervisor determined that the following employee below has
more than satisfactorily performed in the capacity of her position documented in her
performance review on file; and
WHEREAS, a wage adjustment is consistent with the City’s personnel policy.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City Council does
hereby approve a wage adjustment to the following indicated in the chart below.
NAME CURRENT
POSITION
DATE OF
EMPLOYMENT/CURRENT
POSITION
CURRENT STEP &
WAGE
STEP & WAGE
ADJUSTMENT
EFFECTIVE
DATE OF
ADJUSTMENT
Kristin Prososki Associate
Planner
October 21, 2003 Step 1
16.92 per hour
Step 2
17.98 per hour
April 21, 2004
Adopted this 24th day of May, 2004.
__________________________________
Jerry Linke, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________________
Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
(seal)
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL 1
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW 2
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA 3
4
Regular Meeting 5
May 10, 2004 6
Mounds View City Hall 7
2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 8
7:00 P.M. 9
10
11
1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 12
13
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 14
15
3. ROLL CALL: Linke, Quick, Marty, Stigney, and Gunn 16
17
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 18
19
A. Monday, May 10, 2004 City Council Agenda. 20
21
Mayor Linke requested that the agenda be rearranged to accommodate items with residents in 22
attendance and that the Cable Department report be postponed to the next meeting. Council 23
agreed. 24
25
Council Member Marty requested that Item 9L be moved up in the Agenda to accommodate 26
those in attendance. 27
28
Item 11C was postponed to the next meeting. 29
30
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Stigney. To Approve the Monday, May 10, 2004 Agenda as 31
Amended. 32
33
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 34
35
5. PUBLIC INPUT 36
37
None. 38
39
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 40
41
A. Resolution 6251 Proclamation for National Police Week 42
43
City Administrator Ulrich read Resolution 6251. 44
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MOTION/SECOND: Linke/Marty. To Approve Resolution 6251, a Proclamation for National 1
Police Week. 2
3
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 4
5
B. Introduction of the New Mounds View Police Officers 6
7
Chief Sommer introduced the new police officers to the City of Mounds View and gave a brief 8
history of all three. 9
10
Mayor Linke welcomed the new officers to the City. 11
12
C. Resolution 6236, a Resolution of Appreciation for Boy Scout Pack 367 for 13
their hard work and dedication in making the City of Mounds View a 14
Cleaner Place. 15
16
City Administrator Ulrich read Resolution 6236. 17
18
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Stigney. To Approve Resolution 6236, a Resolution of 19
Appreciation for Boy Scout Pack 367 for Hard Work and Dedication in Making the City of 20
Mounds View a Cleaner Place. 21
22
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 23
24
D. Tony Bennett (District 1) and Jan Wiessner (District 2) Ramsey County 25
Commissioners 26
27
Commissioner Bennett addressed Council and indicated that there appears to be support for a 28
suburban court at 694 and Rice Street. 29
30
Council Member Marty asked whether the City could get help from the County with a stoplight 31
at Silver Lake Road and County Road H and a semaphore at Sunnyside School. 32
33
Commissioner Bennett indicated he would provide any assistance that he could but 34
recommended that the City contact Dan Solar. 35
36
Council Member Quick asked for an update on the arsenal property. 37
38
Commissioner Bennett explained how the property is planned to be utilized. 39
40
Commissioner Wiessner provided informational packets to Council and residents in attendance 41
and briefly reviewed the information in them. She then emphasized that the biggest issue facing 42
the County is budget restrictions. 43
44
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E. Proclamation for National Public Works Week – Resolution 6239 1
2
City Administrator Ulrich read Resolution 6239, a Proclamation for National Public Works 3
Week. 4
5
MOTION/SECOND: Linke/Gunn. To Approve Resolution 6239, a Proclamation for National 6
Public Works Week. 7
8
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 9
10
F. Resolution 6240 Appointing Dale Aukee to the Park and Recreation 11
Commission 12
13
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 6240, a 14
Resolution Appointing Dale Aukee to the Park and Recreation Commission. 15
16
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 17
18
G. Proclamation for Arbor Day – Resolution 6238 19
20
City Administrator Ulrich read Resolution 6238. 21
22
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Stigney. To Approve Resolution 6238, a Proclamation for Arbor 23
Day. 24
25
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 26
27
7. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS 28
29
A. Just and Correct Claims 30
31
Council Member Marty requested verification on the league of Minnesota cities refund of 32
overpayment. 33
34
Hansen couple of years ago was accident with city vehicle and private party and the city paid 35
10,000 deductible and league paid amount in excess of that and last fall the league accomplished 36
recovery of money from other driver and were to calculate and send 2/3 of recovery to city made 37
mistake and sent the entire amount so when discovered error got letter and asking for refund. 38
39
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Gunn. To Approve Just and Correct Claims as Presented. 40
41
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 42
43
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8. CONSENT AGENDA 1
2
A. Licenses for Approval 3
B. Resolution 6203 Authorizing the Preparation of a Site Plan, Construction 4
Plans, Specifications, and Consultant Selection for the Groveland Park 5
Shelter Building Replacement Project 6
C. Schedule Executive Session Immediately Following Today’s City Council 7
Meeting to Discuss Labor Negotiations/Issues 8
D. Resolution 6231 Approving Step Increase for David Parker 9
E. Resolution 6249 Acceptance and Final Payment for the Water Tower Project 10
F. Resolution 6242 Approving a Revised Joint Powers Agreement with Spring 11
Lake Park for the Reconstruction of the Lakeside Lions Park Parking Lot 12
G. Resolution 6243 Approving a Cooperative Agreement between the City of 13
Spring Lake Park and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for 14
the Lakeside Lions Park Fishing Pier 15
H. Resolution 6178 Authorizing the Development of a Request for Proposal for 16
Work Associated with the Implementation of the County Road 10 17
Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan 18
I. Resolution 6245 Electing to Retain the Statutory Tort Limit on Liability for 19
the 2004/2005 Insurance Policies 20
J. Resolution 6246 Declaration of Official Intent for the Sale of Bonds to 21
Reimburse the City for Costs of the 2003 Street Improvement Project, Phase 22
I 23
K. Resolution 6247 Approving the Lease for a Copy Machine from Savin 24
L. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, May 24, 2004 at 7:05 p.m. to Consider the 25
“Velmeir CVS Addition” Preliminary Plat, Rezoning and Development 26
Review 27
M. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, June 21, 2004 at 7:05 p.m., to Consider the 28
Proposed Addition of a Modification to the Development Program for the 29
Mounds View Economic Development Project 30
31
Council Member Gunn requested that Item 8G be removed for discussion. 32
33
Council Member Marty requested that Items 8B, 8H, and 8J be removed for discussion. 34
35
Council Member Stigney requested that Item 8D be removed for discussion. 36
37
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Gunn. To Approve Consent Agenda Items A, C, E, F, I, K and L as 38
Presented. 39
40
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 41
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B. Resolution 6203 Groveland Park Shelter Building 1
2
Council Member Marty expressed concern with the high costs involved with this project and 3
asked whether it was really necessary at this time. 4
5
Public Works Director Lee explained that the temporary building that is there is in disrepair and 6
will need to be taken down. 7
8
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Quick. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 6203, a 9
Resolution Authorizing the Preparation of a Site Plan, Construction Plans, Specifications, and 10
Consultant Selection for the Groveland Park Shelter Building Replacement Project. 11
12
Council Member Marty commented that he feels Council has the responsibility to carefully 13
review expenditures to determine whether they are really necessary and he is concerned that this 14
expenditure is not necessary at this time. He then expressed concern about using park dedication 15
funds and depleting the fund which could compromise future park projects. 16
17
Council Member Gunn indicated that she would like to pay for a well constructed building that 18
residents could safely use and enjoy. 19
20
Council Member Quick asked whether the City should be attempting to bring development to the 21
City that maximizes the taxes for the City based on previously made statements. 22
23
Council Member Stigney indicated that, philosophically, he agrees with Council Member Marty. 24
He then asked whether Park and Recreation have the funds in their budget or whether it would 25
come out of the general fund. 26
27
Public Works Director Lee indicated that the funds would be coming out of the general fund. 28
29
Council Member Stigney asked whether a long term analysis was done on the cost of 30
maintenance for this building. 31
32
Public Works Director Lee indicated that a study was done by the Commission with public input 33
and this was identified as a parks need. He then said that future maintenance would cost less 34
than what is currently being expended yearly to patch up and keep the old building running. 35
36
Ayes – 4 Nays – 1(Marty) Motion carried. 37
38
D. Resolution 6231, a Resolution Approving a Step Increase for David Parker 39
40
Council Member Stigney requested that the Resolution be read and noted there were semantic 41
changes that needed to be made. 42
43
City Administrator Ulrich provided an amended Resolution 6231 and read it for Council. 44
45
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MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Quick. To Approve Resolution 6231, a Resolution Approving a 1
Step Increase for David Parker as Amended. 2
3
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 4
5
G. Resolution 6243 Approving a Cooperative Agreement between the City of 6
Spring Lake Park and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for 7
the Lakeside Lions Park Fishing Pier 8
9
Council Member Gunn asked for clarification as to how the policing of the park would go. 10
11
Chief Sommer explained that policing of the park would be in the same manner as any border 12
street in that Mounds View Officers can enforce the laws within the park and both cities would 13
patrol it. 14
15
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 6243, a 16
Resolution Approving a Cooperative Agreement between the City of Spring Lake Park and the 17
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for the Lakeside Lions Park Fishing Pier. 18
19
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 20
21
H. Resolution 6178, a Resolution Authorizing the Development of a Request for 22
Proposal for the Work Associated with the Implementation of the County 23
Road 10 Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan 24
25
Council Member Marty asked Staff to provide an explanation of this item. 26
27
Public Works Director Lee explained that the Resolution would authorize the hiring of a 28
consultant to be directed by Council to work on the design and implementation of the Highway 29
10 redevelopment and revitalization plan. 30
31
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 6178, a 32
Resolution Authorizing the Development of a Request for Proposal for the Work Associated with 33
the Implementation of the County Road 10 Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan. 34
35
Council Member Stigney asked for clarification of what this would be for. He then said that, if 36
this is implementing the plan, he disagrees with the plan and would not agree with this matter. 37
38
Council Member Quick asked for a potential cost amount. 39
40
Public Works Director Lee indicated that the costs would be up to Council as the work directed 41
to be done dictates the costs involved. 42
43
Council Member Stigney indicated that he would prefer to work on the plan before hiring a 44
consultant to implement a plan that he has issues with. 45
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1
Ayes – 4 Nays – 1(Stigney) Motion carried. 2
3
J. Resolution 6246, a Resolution Declaring Official Intent for the Sale of Bonds 4
to Reimburse the City for Costs of the 2003 Street Improvement Project, 5
Phase 1. 6
7
Council Member Marty asked why the name could not be changed to the 2004 street 8
improvement project. 9
10
Public Works Director Lee indicated that it would be easier to leave the name as it is because of 11
all of the previously created paperwork. 12
13
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Quick. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 6246, a 14
Resolution Declaring Official Intent for the Sale of Bonds to Reimburse the City for Costs of the 15
2003 Street Improvement Project, Phase 1. 16
17
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 18
19
9. COUNCIL BUSINESS 20
21
A. Public Hearing, Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 733, an 22
Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code Relating to Outdoor Temporary 23
Sales 24
25
Mayor Linke opened the public hearing. 26
27
There was no one present to speak to this matter. 28
29
Mayor Linke closed the public hearing. 30
31
MOTION/SECOND: Quick/Marty. To Waive the Reading, Approve the Second Reading and 32
Adopt Ordinance 733, an Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code Relating to Outdoor Temporary 33
Sales. 34
35
ROLL CALL: Linke/Quick/Marty/Stigney/Gunn. 36
37
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 38
39
B. Public Hearing to Consider Resolution 6225, a Resolution Approving an Off-40
Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Big Top Liquors Located at 2577 41
Highway 10 42
43
Mayor Linke opened the public hearing. 44
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Council Member Quick asked whether there is a current license there now. 1
2
Ms. Crane indicated that there is. 3
4
Mayor Linke closed the public hearing. 5
6
MOTION/SECOND: Quick/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 6225, a 7
Resolution Approving an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Big Top Liquors Located at 8
2577 Highway 10. 9
10
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 11
12
C. Public Hearing, Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 735, an 13
Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code Relating to Temporary Tents and 14
Membrane Structures in Commercial/Industrial Districts 15
16
Mayor Linke opened the public hearing. 17
18
There was no one present to speak to this matter. 19
20
Mayor Linke closed the public hearing. 21
22
Director Ericson indicated that a summary of this Ordinance would be published rather than the 23
entire Ordinance. 24
25
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Quick. To Waive the Reading, Approve the Second Reading and 26
Adopt Ordinance 735, an Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code Relating to Temporary Tents 27
and Membrane Structures in Commercial/Industrial Districts. 28
29
ROLL CALL: Linke/Marty/Quick/Stigney/Gunn. 30
31
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 32
33
D. Public Hearing, Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 736, an 34
Ordinance Amending Section 4.02 of the Mounds View City Charter. 35
36
Mayor Linke opened the public hearing. 37
38
There was no one present to speak to this matter. 39
40
Mayor Linke closed the public hearing. 41
42
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Quick. To Waive the Reading, Approve the Second Reading and 43
Adopt Ordinance 736, an Ordinance Amending Section 4.02 of the Mounds View City Charter. 44
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ROLL CALL: Linke/Quick/Marty/Stigney/Gunn. 1
2
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 3
4
E. Public Hearing to Consider the Hidden Hollow Preliminary Plat 5
6
Mayor Linke opened the public hearing. 7
8
Community Development Director Ericson reviewed the preliminary plat with Council and the 9
residents in attendance. 10
11
Council Member Marty asked whether the filling of the wetlands on the Brennan property had 12
been considered with this plat so as not to create future issues with drainage as well as whether 13
there would be access for City equipment to clean out the drainage areas. 14
15
Director Ericson explained that there are easements in place that allow for access for 16
maintenance. He then said that the development would be containing all water on site. 17
18
Council Member Marty asked whether a larger catch basin could resolve the issue with the 19
Brennan property. 20
21
Public Works Director Lee indicated that the Engineers have reviewed the plan and feel that the 22
water issues are appropriately handled. 23
24
Director Ericson indicated that Rice Creek Watershed District would be reviewing the plan to 25
make sure that water is handled appropriately. 26
27
Gary Nordness addressed Council and indicated that there are only a couple of items remaining 28
on the issues list. He then said that all water will be contained on site. 29
30
Mayor Linke closed the public hearing. 31
32
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Stigney. To Approve the Hidden Hollow Preliminary Plat as 33
Presented. 34
35
Council Member Quick commented that he would not be voting to approve this request as he 36
does not feel that this is the highest and best use of the property for the benefit of the City. He 37
then said that he feels more taxes could be brought into the City if this were developed correctly. 38
39
Ayes – 4 Nays – 1(Quick) Motion carried. 40
41
F. Resolution 6241, a Resolution Changing the Name of the Golf Course to The 42
Bridges of Mounds View 43
44
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Golf Course Manager Berg reviewed this matter with Council and explained that the reason 1
behind the name change is to help with identity because she hears almost on a daily basis that the 2
course is in Blaine. 3
4
Council Member Stigney expressed concern with having such a long name when including the 5
training center portion. 6
7
Golf Course Manager Berg indicated that most of the advertising would use The Bridges of 8
Mounds View. 9
10
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Marty. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 6241, a 11
Resolution Changing the Name of the Golf Course to The Bridges of Mounds View. 12
13
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 14
15
G. Review of Charter Commission Resolution No. 2003-04; Recommendations 16
for Modifications to Section 2.06 of the City Charter (Mayor’s Powers and 17
Duties) and Section 4.05 of the City Charter (Vacancy of Municipal Elected 18
Office) 19
20
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Stigney. To Direct Staff to Prepare the Ordinance for Council 21
Consideration. 22
23
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 24
25
H. Charter Commission Resolution No. 2003-05; Recommendations for 26
Modifications to Section 5 of the City Charter (Initiative, Referendum and 27
Recall) 28
29
MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Gunn. To Direct Staff to Prepare the Ordinance for Council 30
Consideration. 31
32
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 33
34
I. Resolution 6164, Approving the Purchase of a Replacement Sewer Televising 35
Unit 36
37
Council Member Stigney asked whether it was necessary to purchase another van and whether it 38
would be more cost effective to share this type of equipment or service with another city. 39
40
Public Works Director Lee indicated that Staff looked into sharing this with another City and it is 41
not feasible to do so. He then explained that the trailer costs less but the tow vehicle and trailer 42
take up twice the amount of room in the street creating a hazard. He further commented that the 43
tow vehicle and trailer is more difficult to maneuver creating the potential for issues. 44
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Council Member Stigney asked whether Staff would be selling off the trailer and tow vehicle. 1
2
Public Works Director Lee indicated that the tow vehicle would stay but the trailer set up would 3
be sold at an approximate amount of $15,000. 4
5
MOTION/SECOND: Quick/Marty. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 6164, a 6
Resolution Approving the Purchase of a Replacement Sewer Televising Unit. 7
8
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 9
10
J. Resolution 6248, a Resolution Adopting City Vision and Mission Statement, 11
Goals Program, Values Statement, and Rules of Conduct (Power Point 12
Presentation) 13
14
MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Marty. To Postpone this Matter to the Next Meeting. 15
16
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 17
18
K. Resolution 6237, a Resolution Approving a Longevity Increase for Keith 19
Czarnecki (PD) 20
21
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Gunn. To Approve Resolution 6237, a Resolution Approving a 22
Longevity Increase for Keith Czarnecki. 23
24
Council Member Stigney requested that the Resolution be read. 25
26
City Administrator Ulrich read Resolution 6237. 27
28
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 29
30
L. Resolution 6244 Establishing Financing for the Mounds View Manufacturing 31
Home Park Second Access Project 32
33
Council Member Stigney asked how the grant was written. 34
35
Economic Development Coordinator Backman indicated that the grant was written on the total 36
amount of the project. 37
38
Mayor Linke indicated he would support Option b because he feels there are City costs that the 39
Mobile Home Park should be paying for. 40
41
Council Member Stigney indicated that he feels the Staff recommendation of proportionately 42
dividing the proceeds is appropriate but he would like to look into proportionately applying City 43
costs as well. 44
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MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 6244, a 1
Resolution Establishing Financing for the Mounds View Manufacturing Home Park Second 2
Access Project with Option 1A to Account for the Cities Costs. 3
4
Rex Almond of 1046 Monte Claire indicated that he had spoken to the owner and the owner is 5
counting on an amount of $6,000. 6
7
Council Member Stigney amended his motion to not exceed $2,000 in City costs. 8
9
MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Gunn. To Amend the Motion to Proportionately Divide the City’s 10
Costs Not to Exceed $2,000. 11
12
Mayor Linke indicated that the motion on the floor is basically the same as Option B adding 13
$2,000 to the amount the Mobile Home Park would pay. 14
15
Council Member Stigney indicated he did his motion the way he did to keep things proportionate 16
which is fair. 17
18
Doris Heilman of 3034 Ardmore Avenue reminded Council that when this whole issue came up 19
it was before the Ordinance changed on giving park owners the option of whether they wanted to 20
open this. When this started they were required to do so by ordinance because the City street is 21
not in compliance. She then said that, as she understands it, the grant money was applied for on 22
a proportional basis and it was a joint grant application. 23
24
Ms. Heilman asked how much City Staff time was spent planning the development previously 25
discussed and how much of that money will be recovered. She then said that their costs were to 26
be 37% of the cost of the project. 27
28
Mayor Li nke indicated he would like to recover the City’s costs from the point when the City and 29
the Park decided to do move forward. 30
31
Ms. Heilman noted that would be from January 2004. 32
33
Ms. Heilman indicated that opening the back gate benefits other residents in the area and the 34
street is a race track regardless of whether the gate opens or not. 35
36
Mayor Linke indicated the complaint was that the people from the mobile home park are using it 37
and they are opposed to that. 38
39
Ms. Heilman indicated that not all violators are within the park others use it as well. She then 40
said that the park owner alone pays more taxes than all the people who signed the petition a year 41
ago, not to mention what the individual homeowner’s pay. 42
43
Ayes – 3 Nays – 2(Linke/Quick) Motion carried. 44
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Ayes – 2 Nays – 3(Gunn/Linke/Quick) Motion failed. 1
2
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Gunn. To Approve Resolution 6244, a Resolution Establishing 3
Financing for the Mounds View Manufacturing Home Park Second Access Project with Option 4
1A. 5
6
Ayes – 4 Nays – 1(Linke) Motion carried. 7
8
10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 9
10
A. City Council Minutes April 26, 2004 11
12
Council Member Gunn requested the following change: The date for Festival in the Park is 13
August 22, 2004. 14
15
Council Member Stigney requested the following change: On Page 7, Line 18 indicate his taxes 16
went up 30%. 17
18
MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Marty. To Approve the City Council Minutes for April 26, 2004 19
as Amended. 20
21
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 22
23
11. REPORTS 24
25
A. Reports of Mayor and Council. 26
27
Council Member Marty indicated that the Festival in the Park Golf Tournament is scheduled for 28
August 14, 2004. 29
30
Council Member Gunn indicated that there is someone interested in putting together a 31
snowmobile show in lieu of the car show this year. 32
33
Council Member Marty indicated that a resident suggested having survey cards available at the 34
Festival for residents to fill out. 35
36
Mayor Linke commented on the Governor’s talk on WCCO that suggested that cites are spending 37
money frivolously on lobbying efforts by stating that the City is a member of the League of 38
Minnesota Cities and a portion of the dues is used to fund lobbying efforts on behalf of cities. 39
He also indicated that it would be cost prohibitive for the City to have either elected officials or 40
Staff monitor events and lobby for the City. 41
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Council Member Stigney indicated that a resident had contacted him asking whether he could 43
utilize the Community Center to showcase his band for free and he had directed him to City Staff 44
and the YMCA. 45
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B. Staff 2
1. Golf Course Memo 3
2. Quarterly Cable Department Update 4
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C. City Attorney 6
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No attorney. 8
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12. Next Council Work Session: Monday, May 17, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. 10
Next Council Meeting: Monday, May 24, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. 11
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13. EXECUTIVE SESSION 13
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Council recessed to executive session at 9:50 p.m. 15
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Transcribed and recorded by: 17
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Joan Lenzmeier 20
Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 21
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Executive Session
Date: 05/10/04
Mounds View City Hall
2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112
Time: 6:30 pm
1. 9:55 pm EXECUTIVE SESSION IS CALLED TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL: Linke, Quick, Marty, Stigney, and Gunn
3. UNION NEGOTIATIONS
The City Council and City Administrator Ulrich discussed current union
negotiations.
4. 10:35 pm MEETING ADJOURNED
Respectfully Submitted:
Kurt Ulrich
City Administrator