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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 2009/04/27PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA ' Regular Meeting Apri127, 2009 Mounds View City Hall 2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 7:05 P.M. 1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:05 P.M. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL: Flaherty, Stigney, Hull, Mueller. NOT PRESENT: Gunn. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A. Monday, Apri127, 2009, City Council Agenda. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the Monday, April 27, 2009, agenda as presented. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 5. PUBLIC INPUT Gary Meehlhause, 7400 Park View Drive, and member of the Planning Commission, presented the seven values considered by Deluxe Corporation when evaluating employees. He explained that discussions of the two cases at the Planning Commission meeting became heated and personal at times. He stated that he allowed that frustration to affect his conduct in treating others with respect. Mr. Meehlhause stated he had apologized to the Planning Commissioners involved and now wanted to offer a personal apology to the City Council who had appointed him to the Planning Commission and to City staff for allowing that personal frustration to affect his conduct towards those that he holds in high regard. 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Proclamation for Building Safety Week. Mayor Flaherty read in full a Proclamation declaring May 3-9, 2009, as Building Safety Week. • B. Proclamation for Arbor Day Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 2 • Mayor Flaherty read in full a Proclamation declaring May 7, 2009, as Arbor Day. Council Member Mueller commented that trees are vital to humanity and she is proud of Mounds View for being a Tree City. 7. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. 7:05 p.m. Public Hearing and Consideration of Resolution 7444 Regarding a Conditional Use Permit Application for Robert's Sports Bar Located at 2400 County Road H2. Community Development Director Roberts presented the application of Robert's Sports Bar for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to hold flea markets, farmer's markets, and auctions at its facility from April 2 to September 30 of each year. The intended use is on Thursdays, Saturday and Sundays from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and auctions two times each month that would be conducted by GSC Auction Services. Community Development Director Roberts described the availability of parking and Mr. Halverson's proposal to rent 80 parking spots to vendors. It was noted the intended use is during morning hours before the sports bar is busy. Community Development Director Roberts presented Zoning Code criteria to be considered on the relationship of the requested use with the Comprehensive Plan, location and character of the surrounding area, potential for depreciation, and demonstrated need for such a use. He stated this has been a challenging request and while the City supports local businesses it also has to assure that new uses meet all Code requirements and are not disruptive to neighboring properties. He advised of the a-mail received from the operator of Moe's Restaurant expressing concern about parking and overflow traffic. An agreement is in place with the owners of the Taiko Sushi Bar to the east for overflow parking so it is not thought that parking will be an issue. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:26 p.m. Kevin Halverson, applicant and owner of Robert's Sports Bar, asked that staff call him should any problems come up and to allow a grace period to resolve issues. He stated he hopes the proposed use will bring business to Moe's Restaurant, which is opened for breakfast, and if parking is a problem, he could consider another parking location and busing patrons to his site. Hearing no additional public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:29 p.m. Council Member Mueller stated the previous owner of Robert's held Saturday morning auctions at that location. Mr. Halverson explained that auction has five owners and when Robert's closed, it was moved to the Eagle's Club on Highway 65. Mr. Halverson stated his intention is to hold the auction outside, but without the use of a microphone or speaker system. Council Member Mueller stated it appears Mr. Halverson is working with a reputable auctioneer. Mr. Halverson stated that is correct and the auctioneer is licensed, insured, and has a wide following of customers. He stated his hope this will provide a different service than available in Mounds View to bring in people and more patrons for Mounds View's businesses. Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 3 • Council Member Hull stated his concern that both the primary and secondary entrance points be open. Community Development Director Roberts stated both entrances may be open but the primary entrance will be off County Road H2, which is more of a commercial street. Council Member Hull noted traffic could backup onto County Road 10 so he believed the second entrance should be used. Mr. Halverson explained that the vendors will be on one side with parking on the other so the County Road H2 entrance will provide more control and not conflict with the vendors. Mayor Flaherty stated people in Mounds View have indicated they like the "small town" flavor and that fits well with a farmer's market. He thanked Mr. Halverson for providing the business plan and noted the auction dates are only on the 1St and 15th of the month and will be conducted without a microphone. In addition, Mr. Halverson now has an agreement with the Taiko Sushi Bar for overflow parking. Mayor Flaherty suggested Mr. Halverson provide a copy of that agreement in writing. He stated if approved, the City will expect Mr. Halverson to respond immediately to issues that may arise. He clarified that the letter from Mr. Moritko of Moe's Restaurant is not an objection but asking Mr. Halverson to be vigilant with regard to traffic flow and parking. Council Member Mueller asked if Mr. Halverson has insurance on his parking lot should an accident or injury occur. Mr. Halverson stated his insurance also covers the parking lot. i Council Member Mueller asked if the vendors would be permitted separately by the City. Mr. Halverson described what will occur inside Robert's with food sales and availability of the restrooms. He explained that Health Department inspections and submission of sales tax will be regulated by the State of Minnesota. Mr. Halverson stated they plan to have two auctions a month; however, they may not fall on the 1St and 15th of the month. Council Member Mueller asked if the Fire Department has reviewed the parking plan. Community Development Director Roberts stated the Fire Department has not. Mr. Halverson stated the parking design has not changed so emergency access remains the same. Mayor Flaherty recommended the second access be open since it may be needed for emergency access. He noted there will be no sale of alcohol or tobacco products. Mr. Robert's stated beverages sold outside will be in a can or container so they can be identified. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7444 Approving a Conditional Use Permit to Allow an Outside Sales Operation at 2400 County Road H2; Planning Case No. CU2009-001. Council Member Stigney reviewed Condition 3 indicating the outdoor sales will occur only on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, a maximum of two outdoor auctions each month. However, Mr. Halverson has indicated they will not necessarily be held on the 1St and 15th of the month. • Council Member Stigney asked when the events will be held and if they will be an auction or flea market. Community Development Director Roberts stated the event could be either an auction or Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 4 flea market and will be limited to 80 vendors. He stated that Condition 3 could be clarified. Council Member Stigney stated he thought the events would be held indoors, but the Resolution refers to outdoor with no reference to indoor. Community Development Director Robert explained that a CUP is not required to sell merchandise inside the building. Council Member Stigney asked if larger items may be auctioned inside the building even though on display outside. Community Development Director Roberts stated they could conduct an auction in that way, or hold the auction outside. Council Member Stigney asked if the vendors could auction their merchandise. Community Development Director Roberts stated the auction would be conducted by the licensed auctioneer. Council Member Stigney asked staff to clarify that point in the Resolution. Council Member Stigney referenced Condition 6 regarding signage and asked where the signs can be located, within the vendor's rental space or along the boulevard. Community Development Director Roberts stated staff will clarify the language so the signage has to be within the vendor's space. Mr. Halverson stated he spoke with staff about this condition and that a City sign permit would be needed, which limits the number of days on display. He stated vendors will have signage inside their booth, but not along the boulevard. Also, the vendor's vehicle may have a sign on it. Council Member Stigney referenced Condition 9 indicating there would be no loudspeakers or public address systems. He asked if there would also be no megaphones or bullhorns. Community Development Director Roberts stated that was the intent. Council Member Stigney asked if fresh fish, poultry and other meats should be available for sale, or just fresh produce. He also asked if the vendor will have their State license on display. Community Development Director Roberts stated that requirement can be added to Condition 10. Council Member Stigney asked about payment of sales tax. Community Development Director Roberts stated that is part of the auctioneer's State licensure. Council Member Stigney expressed concern that the CUP is being considered on a permanent basis but he would support an interim permit so it can be operated on a trial basis and then reevaluated at the end of the season. Clerk-Administrator Ericson advised that an expiration or renewal date cannot be considered, by State Law, for CUPs. Mayor Flaherty stated he had been assured by staff that the CUP contained enough legalese for review and revocation if problems occur and it doesn't work out. Council Member Stigney stated he would like to include language that the operation will be • reviewed and resident input received. Clerk-Administrator Ericson stated the City Attorney is recommending that language not be included in the CUP; however, the Council can hold a public Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 5 hearing at any time to request public comment. In addition, violation of any of the CUP conditions or the Code can result in reconsideration and revocation. Community Development Director Roberts stated that issue is addressed in the Now Therefore clause. Council Member Stigney stated he remains concerned about the sale of poultry and would like the basis for review to be identified. Community Development Director Roberts stated he is confident the Council can review the use at any time. Mayor Flaherty asked staff to revise the language to identify the second entrance and require it remain open. Clerk-Administrator Ericson suggested adding Condition 15 to identify and maintain the second access and Condition 16 that the lane width between the parking stalls be maintained to assure the vendor stalls do not infringe into that space. Council Member Stigney asked if there is adequate insurance to cover any injury or accident. Community Development Director Roberts stated that is not a City issue or liability, it rests with the properly owner. Council Member Mueller asked whether the proof of insurance is adequate. Community Development Director Roberts stated that insurance is different from the coverage for liquor sales, which occurs inside the building. Mr. Halverson stated that Robert's Sports Bar has insurance through the State for anyone who enters the property. In addition, the auctioneer has insurance. He stated the liability limit of Robert's policy is over $1 million. Finance Director Beer asked if there could be recourse against the City because it issued a CUP for this activity. Mayor Flaherty suggested staff ask this question of the City Attorney. Council Member Mueller and Council Member Hull accepted the friendly amendments, as discussed, for language clarity in Conditions 3, 6, and 10, and the addition of Conditions 15 and 16. Council Member Mueller stated this is a creative way for a business to "stay afloat" during difficult economic times and she looks forward to attending the farmer's market and auctions. She encouraged Mr. Halverson to collaborate with his neighbor to the northwest to assure no issues arise. Council Member Hull thanked the Planning Commission for their work on this application. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. B. Resolution 7445 Approving the 2009 Comprehensive Plan Update and Authorizing Submittal to the Metropolitan Council. Community Development Director Roberts presented staffs recommendation to approve the Comprehensive Plan Update and submit it to the Metropolitan Council, for review, which can take three months. He advised of agency responses and that those comments have been incorporated Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 6 • into the Plan. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 8:13 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 8:13 p.m. Council Member Mueller read the last paragraph on Page 6-37 of the Plan detailing the Council's action on November 24, 2008, to adopt a Resolution opposing an expansion to the Anoka County Blaine Airport runways. She thanked staff for adding that update in the Comprehensive Plan. Mayor Flaherty referenced comments from the Rice Creek Watershed District for additions and asked if item b, Policies, indicating City resources will be used to resolve transportation issues should be included since the Council will be considering whether to continue participation in the I- 35W Coalition. Clerk-Administrator Ericson stated it is appropriate to retain that comment since the Council supports their action even if the Council decides to no longer participate with the I- 35WCoalition. MOTIONISECOND: Stigney/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7445 Approving the Updated Comprehensive Plan and Authorizing its submittal to the Metropolitan Council; Planning Case No. SP-154-07. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. C. Resolution 7446 Adopting a Budget Calendar for Preparation of the 2010 Budget. Finance Director Beer stated the Charter requires the Council to establish a calendar for budget preparation of the upcoming year. He presented the draft calendar, advising of dates scheduled and topics to be addressed. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 8:20 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 8:20 p.m. Mayor Flaherty commented on mandate legislation being considered, one regarding the Truth in Taxation public hearing. He stated he thinks it is important to hold the hearing, even if the mandate to do so is removed. Finance Director Beer explained for the past four years, Mounds View has not met the criteria to hold a public hearing because the indexed percentage threshold has not been exceeded. The City has held a TNT hearing, even though the City was not required to and should continue because it gives the residents an opportunity to comment on the levy and budget. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7446 Adopting a Budget Calendar for Preparation of the 2010 Budget. Mounds View City Council April 27, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 7 Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. D. Resolution 7447 Adopting the Local Surface Water Management Plan. Joe Rhein, Consulting Engineer with Bonestroo, presented the recommendation to adopt the Local Surface Water Management Plan (LSWMP), which is required to obtain Metropolitan Council approval of the City's Comprehensive Plan Update. He advised that the LSWMP had been distributed for agency review and updated to address comments received. The Rice Creek Watershed District has adopted a resolution to approve the City's LSWMP. Mr. Rhein advised that as authorized by the Council, the map was updated to include MS4 components. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 8:25 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 8:25 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7447 Adopting the Local Surface Water Management Plan. Mayor Flaherty stated the City's appreciation to Mr. Rhein and Bonestroo Engineering for their work and asked if the MS4 map will be posted to the City's website. Mr. Rhein stated an electronic copy of the LSWMP is being provided so the map can be posted to the website. Clerk- Administrator Ericson advised that the wetland map is already posted to the City's website. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. E. First Reading of Ordinance 820, an Ordinance Revising Section 611.04 of the City Code Pertaining to Outdoor Special Events. Assistant Clerk-Administrator Crane presented the amendment adding language to exempt City sponsored events from the Special Events Policy. She explained that if adopted, the ordinance would become effective June 20, 2009. However, the Park, Recreation and Forestry Commission would like to hold an event in early June, 2009. She requested Council consideration to allow the event to be held without payment of a fee. Assistant Clerk-Administrator Crane advised of complaints received regarding this ordinance because they feel it is driving away events while others have expressed no objection. She suggested that topic be further discussed at a future Workshop meeting. Darren Peterson, Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commissioner, explained the Music in the Park event planned at City Hall Park for June 9 with a backup date of June 2. Because a sponsor will be paying for the cost of the band, it will be a free event. Council Member Mueller asked if the event will be completed by 10:00 p.m. Mr. Peterson answered in the affirmative, noting it is being planned from 7:30 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Council Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 8 • Member Mueller stated her support for Music in the Park and asked if they have a back up location. Mr. Peterson stated it is a 70-person band so there is no back up location that would work well. Depending on its success, there is a possibility of more frequent events. Council Member Stigney asked who is paying to set up the chairs for the band. Mr. Peterson stated the band has asked for chairs and a PA connection. The YMCA has committed use of the Community Center chairs and to set them up. If needed, volunteers will also assist. Mr. Peterson stated they will ask City staff to assist with clean up. Council Member Stigney asked who will pay for that cost. Mr. Peterson stated they would look to the City or they could ask the sponsor. Mayor Flaherty stated the residential area is 500-700 feet away and asked if a PA system is necessary. Mr. Peterson stated he does not know but will ask the director of the band. Jonathan Thomas, 8040 Groveland Road, explained the PA system is probably needed to speak with the crowd, announce the group, and names of the songs to be played. Mr. Peterson stated they may ask the local cable TV to tape the event for future broadcast. He stated they can provide additional details, once known, before the event is held. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the First Reading of Ordinance 820, an Ordinance Amending Section 611.04 of the City Code Relating to Outdoor Special Events. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. F. Second Reading of Ordinance 819, an Ordinance to Approve an Amendment to Chapter 7, Section 7.03 of the City Charter Relating to Fees. Clerk-Administrator Ericson presented the proposed Ordinance to amend Chapter 7 of the City Charter to clarify fees and which fees are subject to annual increase limitations. It was noted the City Attorney has indicated that the annual reauthorization is a separate act from the franchise and when it expires in 2010 and 2018, it would not require a referendum. Council Member Mueller asked about the Charter Commission's consideration. Charter Chair Jonathan Thomas explained the Charter Commission wanted this section to indicate what was specifically included, costs related to them, and why a fee would be exempt from the cap. He stated this amendment clarifies how the fees are applied and was a significant challenge to draft. Council Member Stigney read a section indicating "...provided by the City that for those applicable" and asked if it could be clarified. Chair Thomas explained the suggested language was taken directly from State Statute and is recommended by the Attorney. Council Member Stigney stated he is uncomfortable leaving the franchise fee open to have a total exclusion for additional amounts. Clerk-Administrator Ericson explained the exclusion is to not put it into a referendum category but the amount it can be increased is still restricted. The change clarifies that it is not a new fee subject to a referendum. Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 9 Chair Thomas stated if the franchise fee is increased more than 5%, it would go to referendum. Clerk-Administrator Ericson clarified that when there is a new franchise agreement, the City remains bound by the limitation of the Charter to not increase by more than 5%. Currently the limit is to not increase the franchise fee by more than 4%. Council Member Stigney noted the Council is being asked to make this Charter amendment without it going to a referendum. He stated he is philosophically against having a franchise fee plus a levy going to the same tax payers. Rather, he thinks they should be wrapped into one. Chair Thomas stated if the Council is against the franchise fee concept, it can make that determination in 2012. Finance Director Beer noted the Legislature is considering giving local tax authority to counties and cities to have a sales tax and that would have to be via referendum. With regard to combining the franchise fee and levy, he noted the levy is a set dollar amount but the franchise fee is a fixed rate and variable depending on things like energy costs. Thus, the City could not stay within the constraints of Section 7.03 if the two are combined. Chair Thomas stated the levy is based on property tax, not on the use of energy or water, and that is why service based fees or cost of services based fees are separated out. Clerk-Administrator Ericson suggested this consideration be postponed to allow participation by Council Member Gunn. In addition, five affirmative votes are required to adopt. Council Member Stigney stated he looks at the aggregate amount of all fees within the 5% cap. However, Council Member Gunn interpreted that it means each individual fee cannot increase by 5%. Chair Thomas explained the consideration is each individual fee since each fee has its own accounting method and requirements. He noted that it does not put specific limits on fees that are cost based. However, it does put specific limits on a fee for a service where the cost of that service does not change from year to year. All of the caps are percentage based. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Postpone Consideration of Ordinance 819, an Ordinance Amending Chapter 7, Section 7.03, of the City Charter Relating to Fees Subject to Provisions of Section 7.03, Subdivisions 1 and 2. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 8. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Flaherty asked to remove Item B. Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 10 c: A. Licenses for Approval. D D„ .,1.,+. 7AA2 D.. „.7. A„ ..l .,~ 41.,E D..„ ..bvr~ A„„l,' ~+. ,+~ . a~.a civu vi MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve Consent Agenda Item A. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. B. Resolution 7443 Recommending Approval of the Repurchase Application of 2220 Lambert Avenue. • Clerk-Administrator Ericson explained that in this case, the property did not have a mortgage and went tax forfeit due to nonpayment of taxes. He noted the County asked the municipality if there were Code compliance or other issues with the property. In this case, there were no problems and approval is more of a formality since the City has no control over the transaction. MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 7443, Recommending to the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners Approval of the Repurchase Application Submitted for 2220 Lambert Avenue. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 9. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS Mayor Flaherty referenced Page 1, claim to ABRA for damage repair. Clerk-Administrator Ericson stated it was likely the repair needed when a motorcycle clipped the bumper of the Police vehicle. Mayor Flaherty asked staff to verify and provide that information to the Council. Council Member Mueller referenced Page 14, Query Fee to the City of Minneapolis. Finance Director Beer stated it is an annual fee to utilize their pawn shop query system. Council Member Mueller referenced Page 16, claim for a sofa mattress. Finance Director Beer stated it is housed in the Police Department for use by the night shift police officers if they have a court appointment in the morning. Council Member Mueller referenced Page 22, Upper Cut fee service. Finance Director Beer stated it is for tree trimming in the parks. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the Just and Correct Claims as Presented. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. • 10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. March 23, 2009, Executive Session Minutes. Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 11 • MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the March 23, 2009, Executive Session Meeting Minutes as Presented. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 11. REPORTS A. Reports of Mayor and Council. Council Member Mueller thanked the Rice Creek Watershed District for the curly leaf treatment of Spring Lake. She congratulated Tyler Abrahamson for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and thanked him for his project to coordinate Silver View Park landscaping and plantings. Council Member Hull requested an update on .the installation of an autistic child sign. Clerk- Administrator Ericson stated if the Council knows of a resident that warrants the installation of a caution sign, it can be authorized at the discretion of the Council. He explained how the City of New Brighton coordinates its bracelet program, which requires start-up costs and volunteers for implementation. He stated staff will check the State's sign book to determine the appropriate wording of a sign for an autistic child. Council Member Hull stated several residents have raised the issue of a community garden. Clerk- Administrator Ericson stated staff is aware of several community garden programs and reviewed the issues that need to be addressed such supply of water, liability, and available space. Council consensus was reached to request a recommendation from the Parks and Recreation Commission on the creation of a community garden program. Council Member Stigney stated a resident has indicated that Silver View Park needs to be cleaned and suggested it be done before the grass begins to grow. Council Member Mueller noted a Cub Scout Pack may be interested in doing that as a service project. Council Member Stigney stated another area that needs to be cleaned is next to the Mounds View Animal Hospital that is owned by the Silver Lake Commons. Clerk-Administrator Ericson stated Code enforcement staff will follow up on that issue. Mayor Flaherty reported on a meeting of the New Brighton Historical Society that he and Clerk- Administrator Ericson had attended. He encouraged anyone interested in starting a Mounds View Historical Society to contact City Hall. Mayor Flaherty thanked staff for organizing and residents for attending the fifth annual Town Hall Meeting. Council Member Mueller asked when the new City logo will be posted to the City's website. Clerk-Administrator stated it should be posted some time this week. B. Reports of Staff. Mounds View City Council Apri127, 2009 Regular Meeting Page 12 • Clerk-Administrator Ericson reminded Council of the June 24-26 League's annual conference that will be held in St. Paul, provided an update on the easement acquisition for the County Road H and Silver Lake Road intersection project, announced the May 12 Housing Seminar that will be held at City Hall, and Senior Day in the Park on June 30 at Silver View Park. Public Works Director DeBar updated the Council on the project by Xcel Energy for replacement of the distribution pipe and services. The Council discussed the extent of this project and the City's road improvement project. Mr. Rhein explained the progress made to obtain wetland credits and that they are still working to obtain those easements. 1. Finance Quarterly Report. • Finance Director Beer presented the First Quarter Finance Report. He advised that the 2008 audit will be presented at the May 11, 2009, meeting as well as a three year contract extension with MMKR. Finance Director Beer stated staff is working on the five year finance CIP for discussion at the May 4, (June 1??) 2009, Work Session. The Council discussed the City's investments in secured funds. Finance Director Beer stated that ten percent is in money markets, one-third is in CDs, and the remaining balance is in federal agency papers. Mayor Flaherty suggested the 2010 budget be prepared anticipating no LGA funding. Council Member Mueller asked for an update on funding of the street projects. Finance Director Beer stated the first several street projects will be funded from the Street Improvement Fund, Community Fund, and TIF Fund that contain a balance of almost $10 million. He reviewed the revenue streams that will be used to fund the street projects, noting that $2 million is received annually in TIF. Finance Director Beer stated utility bills were just sent and advised that they can now receive payments from savings or checking accounts on the due date, which reduces the City's costs for processing. C. Reports of City Attorney. CJ Noted. 12. Next Council Work Session: Next Council Meeting: Monday, May 4, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. Monday, May 11, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:55 p.m. Transcribed by: