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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 2023/02/13APPROVED PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Regular Meeting February 13, 2023 Mounds View City Hall 2401 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View, MN 55112 6:00 P.M. 1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL: Cermak, Gunn, Lindstrom, Meehlhause and Hull NOT PRESENT: None. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A. Monday, February 13, 2023, City Council Agenda. City Administrator Zikmund requested Item 7B be removed from the agenda. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Approve the Monday, February 13, 2023, agenda as amended removing Item 7B. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 5. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of Minutes: January 23, 2023. B. Just and Correct Claims. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Cermak. To Approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT None. 7. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Resolution 9697, Appreciation for Colleen Sullivan for her Service on the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission. Mounds View City Council February 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Page 2 Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson read a Resolution in full for the record recognizing Colleen Sullivan for her dedicated service on the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission. Colleen Sullivan thanked the Council for this recognition. She stated she enjoyed participating in City government and learning about the community. A round of applause was offered by all in attendance. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9697, Appreciation for Colleen Sullivan for her Service on the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. B. Resolution 9698, Appreciation for Dan Larson for his Service on the Economic Development Commission. This item was removed from the agenda. C. John Connelly – Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce. John Connelly, President of Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce, introduced himself to the Council and thanked them for their time. He explained the vision for the Chamber was to promote business, development and connect communities. He noted the Chamber currently had just over 300 members from seven different cities. He reported the Chamber had a healthy fund balance with five months reserves and no debt. He encouraged the Council to consider attending an upcoming program or event. He thanked Assistant City Administrator Beeman, Councilmember Meehlhause and Councilmember Cermak for attending events on behalf of the City of Mounds View. He commented on the makeup of the nine member Chamber Board. He then discussed the new initiatives the Chamber was pursuing which included the manufacturing cohort. He commented on the Chamber opportunities noting he enjoyed participating in grand openings, engaging in new initiatives, bringing important items to businesses and sharing vital news with the community. He thanked Mounds View for being an inviting City for the community and its businesses. Mayor Hull thanked Mr. Connelly for his presentation. 8. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. Resolution 9703, Approving and Authorization for a Memorandum of Agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District Regarding Inspection and Maintenance of Public Drainage Systems. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson requested the Council approve and authorize a Memorandum of Agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District Regarding Inspection and Maintenance of Public Drainage Systems. He commented on the work that needed to be done on Mounds View City Council February 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Page 3 the ditch system and recommended approval of the agreement. Council Member Gunn stated she supported this work moving forward. She thanked staff for their efforts on this project. City Administrator Zikmund commented on how this agreement would bring about a proper system for ditch maintenance in the City going forward. Council Member Lindstrom asked how much of Rice Creek runs through the City of Mounds View. City Administrator Zikmund estimated a mile of the creek runs through the City. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson discussed how the ditch and the creek were separate. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Lindstrom. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9703, Approving and Authorization for a Memorandum of Agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District Regarding Inspection and Maintenance of Public Drainage Systems. Council Member Meehlhause thanked Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson for his efforts on this agreement with the Rice Creek Watershed District. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. B. Resolution 9696, Adopting a Minnesota Government Data Practices Act Policy and Designating the Responsible Authority and Compliance Official. City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council approve a Resolution adopting a Minnesota Government Data Practices Act Policy and Designating the Responsible Authority and Compliance Official. He commented on the proposed changes and recommended approval of the policy. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Cermak. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9696, Adopting a Minnesota Government Data Practices Act Policy and Designating the Responsible Authority and Compliance Official. Ayes – 4 Nays – 1 (Lindstrom) Motion carried. Council Member Lindstrom stated he voted against this matter because he believed the policy should be reviewed on a regular basis and not periodically. City Administrator Zikmund reported the League of Minnesota Cities publishes a report at the end of every legislative session that addresses changes. He explained staff relies on this information to address any necessary changes to the data practices act policy. C. Resolution 9699, Approving an Amendment to the City of Mounds View 2023 Fee Schedule Regarding Building Permit Fees and Surcharges; and Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 1000, Amending the City of Mounds View 2023 Fee Schedule Regarding Building Permit Fees and Surcharges. Mounds View City Council February 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Page 4 City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council approve an amendment to the City of Mounds View 2023 Fee Schedule Regarding Building Permit Fees and Surcharges and that the Council introduce an Ordinance that would amend the City of Mounds Views 2023 fee schedule regarding building permit fees and surcharges. Staff commented further on the proposed changes to the fee schedule and recommended approval. MOTION/SECOND: Lindstrom/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9699, Approving an Amendment to the City of Mounds View 2023 Fee Schedule Regarding Building Permit Fees and Surcharges. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Waive the First Reading and Introduce Ordinance 1000, Amending the City of Mounds View 2023 Fee Schedule Regarding Building Permit Fees and Surcharges. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. D. Resolution 9700, Approving Transfers between Funds for 2022. Finance Director Beer requested the Council approve transfers between funds for 2022. He commented further on the proposed transfers and recommended approval. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Lindstrom. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9700, Approving Transfers between Funds for 2022. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. E. Resolution 9701, Human Dignity Task Force and Declaration. City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council adopt a Resolution approving the Human Dignity Task Force and Declaration. He explained former Council Member Bergeron recommended the City pursue a Human Dignity Task Force. Staff reviewed the proposed declaration in further detail and recommended approval. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Cermak. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9701, Human Dignity Task Force and Declaration. Former Council Member Bergeron read the responsibilities of the Human Dignity Task Force in full for the record. Council Member Meehlhause thanked former Council Member Bergeron for all of his efforts on this item. Council Member Lindstrom stated he appreciated the fact the task force would be representative of all members in the community. Mounds View City Council February 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Page 5 Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. F. Resolution 9702, Approving a JPA with the City of Fridley for the 2023 Street Project. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson requested the Council approve a JPA with the City of Fridley for the 2023 Street Project. He reported staff and the City Attorney had reviewed the JPA and recommended approval. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Lindstrom. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9702, Approving a JPA with the City of Fridley for the 2023 Street Project. Council Member Lindstrom asked if the trail was included in this project. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson reported this portion of the project would be bid as an alternate to this project. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. G. Resolution 9704, Approving and Authorization for a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Spring Lake Park for the 2022-2023 Street Rehabilitation Project – Trail Section along Mounds View Boulevard. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson requested the Council approve and authorize a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Spring Lake Park for the 2022-2023 Street Rehabilitation Project – Trail Section along Mounds View Boulevard. He commented on the proposed trail noting the City would be installing the trail and Spring Lake Park would be responsible for all future maintenance. Staff reported the City Attorney had reviewed this JPA agreement and recommends approval. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Cermak. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 9704, Approving and Authorization for a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Spring Lake Park for the 2022-2023 Street Rehabilitation Project – Trail Section along Mounds View Boulevard. Council Member Meehlhause recommended Item 1 be amended removing City of Fridley and replacing this with the City of Spring Lake Park. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 9. REPORTS A. Reports of Mayor and Council. Mayor Hull stated he would be interested in the City purchasing the mermaid statue from The Mermaid. City Administrator Zikmund reported staff could investigate this and report back to the Council at a future meeting. He indicated the mermaid may not be for sale and the Council would have to consider restoration costs. Mounds View City Council February 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Page 6 Council Member Gunn reported the Daddy Daughter Dance was held on Saturday, February 4 and it was a tremendous success. She thanked Council Member Cermak for all of her efforts on this event. Council Member Gunn explained she attended the first Tribute Park Committee meeting and there were five individuals in attendance. She noted this group was in need of more volunteers and would be meeting next on Tuesday, April 4 at 6:30 p.m. Council Member Gunn stated on Thursday, March 2 she would be attending a Cable Commission meeting. Council Member Meehlhause reported he would be attending an NYFS Financing meeting on Wednesday, February 15 along with an NYFS Board meeting on Thursday, February 23. Council Member Meehlhause provided the Council with an update from Twin Cities Gateway noting 2022 was the best year in the convention bureau’s history. Council Member Cermak stated Princess Kay of the Milky Way sends her thanks for the invitation to the Daddy Daughter Dance. Council Member Cermak explained the Mounds View Police Foundation would be meeting next on Tuesday, March 14 at Hodges Park at 5:30 p.m. Council Member Lindstrom reported the Festival in the Park Committee would be meeting next on Tuesday, February 21 at 7:00 p.m. Council Member Lindstrom noted he would be attending the newly elected leadership training on February 24 and February 25. Council Member Lindstrom commented on a recent pardon he received from Governor Walz. Council Member Meehlhause thanked Council Member Cermak for arranging to have Princess Kay at the Daddy Daughter Dance. Council Member Meehlhause reported last week Council Member Lindstrom, Mayor Hull, City Administrator Zikmund, our lobbyists, and himself met with Representative Kelly Moller to discuss the community center expansion. He noted Representative Moller is supportive of a bill that would provide the City with half of the bonding money for this project. B. Reports of Staff. Finance Director Beer reported the 2022 audit would begin next week. Community Development Director Sevald explained the Council would be holding a joint workshop meeting with the Planning Commission on Wednesday, February 15 at 6:30 p.m. Mounds View City Council February 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Page 7 City Administrator Zikmund stated the legislation jackets for the bonding are back. He reported the lobbyists would be working with coauthors going forward. City Administrator Zikmund reported the Council would be holding a strategic planning session meeting at Hodges Park on Monday, February 20 at 6:00 p.m. 10. Council Strategic Retreat: Monday, February 20, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. Next Council Work Session: Monday, March 6, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. Next Council Meeting: Monday, February 27, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. 11. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:23 p.m. Transcribed by: Heidi Guenther Minute Maker Secretarial