HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 2008/04/14• PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOT
Regular Meeting
April 14, 2008
Mounds View City Hall
2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112
7:00 P.M.
1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL: Marty, Stigney, Hull, Flaherty, and Mueller
NOT PRESENT: None.
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A. Monday, Apri114, 2008, City Council Agenda
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Approve the Monday, April 14, 2008 Agenda as
presented.
Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried.
5. PUBLIC INPUT
Tom Winicki of 2748 Sherwood Road addressed Council and said that he hopes the City has
enough money this year to patch the potholes in his street. He then handed out copies of a
signed petition regarding the intersection of Fairchild and Co.Hwy.10 to Council and said that
the citizens in this immediate area have spoken.
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
None.
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
A. Consideration of Resolution 7254, An Interim Use Permit for a Temporary
Tent at Moe's Restaurant, 2400 County Highway 10.
Mayor Marty opened the public hearing at 7:05 p.m.
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Planner Heller explained the requested interim use permit for a temporary tent at Moe's
Restaurant. In 2006 a deck was built and last year they started using a tent out on that deck.
Staff had asked them to obtain an interim use permit to allow them to use the tent for up to 180
days in a calendar year. With an interim use permit there are a few special requirements as part
of the approval process. Every time the tent goes up they will need to apply for fire permits and
the fire marshal will review and inspect with each permit.
Planner Heller noted that parking was reviewed when the deck was constructed and, since the
tent will only be used on the deck, Staff feels parking is adequate.
Planner Heller indicated that the tent size is limited to 5,000 square feet or 10% of building
square footage. Flanner Heller noted that this interim use permit can be reviewed by the City at
any time if there are any issues with the use of the tent at the site. Planner Heller indicated that
all City Code requirements are satisfied with this interim use permit request, and Staff
recommends approval and the Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval.
Hearing no public comment, Mayor Marty closed the public hearing at 7:11 p.m.
Council Member Mueller thanked Staff for the well written report and noted that she is pleased
that there have been no issues with Moe's previously.
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7254, A
Resolution Authorizing An Interim Use Permit for a Temporary Tent at Moe's Restaurant, 2400
County Highway 10.
Council Member Mueller asked whether Moe's would ever consider expanding the deck area
into more restaurant space. Mike Glazee, Manager at Moe's, indicated they do not want to take
the deck out of service, but have thought about that if the business continues to grow.
Mayor Many said that usually the Resolution from the Planning Commission comes to Council
identical but Number 2 is different, in that the Council Resolution does not list that the tent is
only to be located on the deck.
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Mueller. To Amend the Resolution to Add in Number 2 that this
IUP is valid only to be located on the deck.
Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Amendment carried.
Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion as Amended, carried.
B. Resolution 7258 Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License and
Restaurant License located at 2400 County Road H2 for Kevin Halverson
and David Tulgren (d.b.a. Robert's Sports Bar and Entertainment).
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Mayor Marty opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m.
Assistant City Clerk-Administrator Crane explained that a public hearing is required for liquor
licenses. She then explained that, in July of 2007, Robert's Sports Bar closed its doors and the
liquor license was suspended due to nonpayment of property taxes and a lapse in liquor liability
insurance.
Assistant City Clerk-Administrator Crane explained that all required documentation, background
investigations, and required inspections have been completed. Assistant City Clerk-
Administrator Crane noted that there have been noise complaints from the Robert's facility in the
past.
Staff recommends receiving public comments and approval of the liquor license and restaurant
license pending satisfactory fire marshal inspection.
Gary Dahle said that he is the only attorney in private practice in Mounds View. Mr. Dahle
introduced Kevin Halverson. Kevin Halverson operates Classic Pizza in several locations and
has many years of experience working in and owning/operating pizza restaurants. Mr. Dahle
indicated that Mr. Tulgren has been involved in the tavern business and listed the vaxious
businesses he has been employed by.
Mr. Dahle indicated that they would like to have approval of the liquor license prior to installing
the sprinkler system, due to the large expense in doing so. Mr. Dahle indicated that they expect
to employ 15 to 30 employees and operate a pizza restaurant/bar in this location.
Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Marty closed the public hearing at 7:23 p.m.
Council Member Flaherty asked if the new owners were aware of the noise issues with the
previous owners. He then asked whether bands will be used at this facility.
Mr. Tulgren indicated that they would occasionally have bands come in for special occasions.
Council Member Flaherty asked what type of crowd would be marketed. Mr. Tulgren said that
he would like a Brady's or Applebee's atmosphere and would plan to have night life two nights
per week.
Council Member Flaherty asked if the cigar bar will continue. Mr. Tulgren indicated that they do
not intend to operate the cigar bar.
Council Member Mueller asked for information on security. Mr. Tulgren indicated that they
would have proper security to insure that id's are verified.
Mayor Marty indicated that there have been noise issues for years with the prior owners and the
City would like to avoid that issue going forward.
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Council Member Mueller asked when the fire marshal inspection will take place. Mr. Tulgren
indicated that the inspection would take place once the sprinkler system is installed.
Gary Stroden, with Fire Suppression, indicated that they inspected and submitted the paperwork
to the City and the state will come out when the paperwork is ready. He then said that they hope
to have the inspection completed, and be ready to open in May.
The insurance agent indicated that he has insured these owners in other locations and there have
been no issues as they are good neighbors.
The Fire Marshal indicated that there were violations when the previous business closed, so
those will be addressed before the Certificate of Occupancy is issued.
Mayor Marty said that these owners seem to come prepared.
Kevin Halverson outlined the violations and explained that they will be resolved.
Mayor Marty asked if the hood in this kitchen area meets code requirements. The Fire Marshal
indicated that she believes that it does, but said it will be verified.
Mr. Halverson said that the bar that was in the cigar shop will be removed because there was no
permit, and the Health Department wanted it removed.
Council Member Mueller asked why the name is being left the same. The owners indicated that
there is name recognition with it that they hope will help with marketing.
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7258, a
Resolution Authorizing an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License and Restaurant License located
at 2400 County Road H2 for Kevin Halverson and David Tulgren (d.b.a. Robert's Sports Bar and
Entertainment).
Mayor Marty commended the new property owners for getting everything lined up and for
bringing all the pertinent parties to the meeting to address Council.
Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried.
C. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 803, an Ordinance Amending
Title 900, Chapter 906 and Chapter 907 of the Mounds View City Code by
Adding Language Pertaining to Private Inspections and Other Revisions
(ROLL CALL VOTE)
Mayor Marty opened the public hearing at 7:37 p.m.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson noted that this Ordinance was drafted to help address some potential
shortfalls in the code, regarding to right of access with sump pump inspection and reading
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meters. Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that two additional changes are being
recommended and those are highlighted in yellow on Council copies. He then explained that
right of entry has been amended to allow the resident to hire a private plumber for the inspection,
and his concern is that this could provide residents with the opportunity to circumvent the
inspection process in other areas.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that, after discussion with the City Attorney, Sections 2
and 6 have been recommended to be deleted to eliminate any potential issue with circumventing
the inspection process, and the remaining revisions will allow a legal foundation to enter
properties, or provide property owners with another mechanism to provide for inspection of the
sump pump connection.
Hearing no public comments, Mayor Marty closed the public hearing at 7:41 p.m.
Council Member Stigney said that taking out the right to request a licensed contractor would
concern him. Clerk-Administrator Ericson noted that the right to do so is listed in another
section.
Council Member Flaherty noted that the latest round of inspections was well received, as the
inspectors were in Mounds View vehicles and appeared very professional.
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Ordinance 803, an
Ordinance Amending Title 900, Chapter 906 and Chapter 907 of the Mounds View City Code by
Adding Language Pertaining to Private Inspections and Other Revisions.
Mayor Marty said that he has been getting calls from citizens who have had the old water meter
with estimated charges, and they have taken issue with estimates, so it will resolve this issue to
get this taken care of as soon as possible.
ROLL CALL: Stigney/Hull/Flaherty/Mueller/Many.
Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried.
D. Resolution 7256, Consideration of Denial of a Rezoning and Final Plat for the
Knollwood Place Townhome Development on County Highway 10 E.
Planner Heller explained that in 2006 this request was started, and the proposal was to rezone
three properties, do a major subdivision, and a development review fora 19 unit townhome
development. Integra Homes owns the properties and presented the proposals. The first reading
was approved in 2006 and Council was waiting for final plat before moving forward with a
second reading. The development review and major subdivision came before Council in
December of 2006. May of 2007 was the six month timeframe and some information was
received but not enough to consider the application complete.
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i Planner Heller indicated that she received further information since this Staff report was
completed. She then said that the Applicant has not paid outstanding fees, and is present to
discuss this matter with the Council.
Ron Lillestrand of Integra Homes agreed that there has been a delay with this project, and part of
that is due to the delays in approval early on, and then the real estate market has taken a
downturn that he has not seen in 35 years.
Mr. Lillestrand said that there is too much unsold inventory on the market and they have been
waiting for the market to turn around, and the experts in the field have said that they think that
the market should turn around by the end of 2008.
Mr. Lillestrand requested an extension on this for as long as Council would allow. He then said
that he would like an extension for six months and then come back before Council again.
Mr. Lillestrand said that there is someone who is interested in incorporating this property into an
assisted living project, but that makes him nervous and he is not sure whether the project would
be approved by the City.
Mayor Marty noted that in December of 2006, the property owner was given six months and now
we are in April of 2008. He then said that there was a roundtable discussion with Council, EDC,
• and a number of developers trying to talk about developing along the County Highway 10
corridor, and one thing that was a consensus was three, four, or five years ago townhomes were
the big market, but now it is apartments and no developer will build townhomes.
Mayor Marty indicated that residents were much more agreeable to an assisted living facility
rather than owner occupied townhomes in their backyards. Since then, he has talked with Ms.
Johnson, and Mr. Ericson, and the assisted living needs to acquire more property. Mayor Marty
said that Mr. Lillestrand gave two requests to Council. The first is an unlimited extension, and
the second was to work with the assisted living developer on the property.
Mr. Lillestrand said that he would like to have the option of coming back in six months, but
would be happy to sell this property to a developer, if he can get everything lined up within six
months.
Mayor Marty said that this is almost a year past the deadline and Council is being asked to
consider another extension.
Council Member Stigney said that if an extension was granted, the fees would be paid.
Mr. Lillestrand said that he will be paying the fees anyway.
Council Member Flaherty asked if the townhomes may not actually go in there.
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• Mr. Lillestrand said that if there is a six month extension and the property is not sold, he would
plan to build the townhomes as approved. He then said that they have paid taxes on the property.
Council Member Flaherty indicated that the fees need to be paid. He then said that he has no
problem with a six month delay, but that would be it.
Planner Heller indicated that the only thing that could change would be if this property were to
sell, and then the approval process would start all over again.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that Staff's concern is that this was applied for in 2006,
reviewed by the Planning Commission, and Council in 2006 and this is far too long to have this
outstanding. He then recommended a definitive action be taken at this time and move forward
with the denial.
Council Member Mueller asked if this is the same type of situation on the townhome
development in another area without an expiration date. Council member Mueller said she
thought it would be better to let the rezoning/plat expire and have the owner or developer come
back before the City when they were ready to move forward with a project. Council member
Mueller was disappointed that fees had not been paid.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that development was approved back in 1974 and they
• chose not to move forward with their project for a number of years.
Mayor Marry indicated that he would like to amend the Resolution to state that despite the denial
of the plat, the Applicant is responsible for the fees in processing this request.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that the Resolution could be amended but it is not
necessary, as the City has the authority to hold the Applicant responsible for fees incurred in
processing the request.
MOTION/SECOND: MartylStigney. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7256,
Consideration of Denial of a Rezoning and Final Plat for the Knollwood Place Townhome
Development on County Highway 10.
Council Member Flaherty asked what the ramifications are if this were to remain open.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson said that tabling would short circuit the process, and the Applicant
would not be required to go before the Planning Commission. He then said that he feels that the
residents should be informed of what is going on with the project as this was done two years ago
and the residents in the area maybe different.
Council Member Mueller asked whether the property has any additional perceived value, if a plat
approval is pending. She said it would be appropriate to have the owner/developer come back
• before the Planning Commission since so much time has gone by and it sounds like the project is
subject to change based on the current economy.
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Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that there would not be.
Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried.
E. Resolution 7259, Authorizing Severance Payment for Greg Lee, Public
Works Director.
Assistant City Clerk-Administrator Crane reviewed the severance payment for Greg Lee, Public
Works Director.
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7259,
Authorizing Severance for Greg Lee.
Ayes - S Nays - 0 Motion carried.
Mayor Marty said that when other positions have left, the people stepping up and filling in for
those positions have gotten a raise in pay for the extra duties. He then said that Tracy and Jim
Hess have been stepping up and keeping things running, so he would like to consider at the next
meeting to bump up their salary for extra duties and responsibilities.
Council Member Stigney asked that this go to a work session.
Mayor Marty indicated he feels that the Clerk-Administrator should make a recommendation for
Council consideration at the next meeting.
Council Member Stigney requested that this matter be discussed during Council reports and not
during this portion of the meeting.
Council agreed.
F. Resolution 7252 Determining Consistency with MN Statutes Section 462.356
Relating to the Proposed Conveyance to Abiding Savior Lutheran Church
Clerk-Administrator Ericson noted that the land in question is the south 32.5 feet of two lots in
the Flink addition. In 1970, the excess 32.5 feet was vacated but, according to the laws, the
property goes to the underlying landowner, and that was the City. The County has indicated that
the best course of action is a quit claim deed from the City to the Church erasing any doubt,
whatsoever, that the Church owns the land. The Resolution is due to Minnesota Statute
requirements. The City must have the disposal reviewed by the Planning Commission unless, by
Resolution, the Council states that is not necessary.
Mayor Marry said that the City passed Resolution 490 in 1970 that vacated the property and
tonight, we are at 7259 so there have been 6,770 Resolutions in the last 38 years.
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Clerk-Administrator Ericson clearly defined the location and area of the property as requested by
Council Member Mueller.
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7252,
Determining Consistency with MN Statutes Section 462.356 Relating to the Proposed
Conveyance to Abiding Savior Lutheran Church.
Ayes - 5
Nays - 0
Motion carried.
F. First Reading and Introduction of Ordinance 805, an Ordinance Authorizing
Disposal of Land and Quit Claim Deed Conveyance to Abiding Savior
Lutheran Church.
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Clerk-Administrator Ericson noted that this Ordinance would allow for the disposal of the
property, by Quit Claim Deed, to the Church which City Code requires to be done by Ordinance.
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Stigney. To Waive the Reading, and Introduce Ordinance 805, an
Ordinance Authorizing Disposal of Land and Quit Claim Deed Conveyance to Abiding Savior
Lutheran Church.
Ayes - 5
Nays - 0
Motion carried.
H. Resolution 7255 Adopting a Calendar for the Preparation of the 2009 Budget
Finance Director Beer noted that the Council must establish a calendar to set important dates for
residents to attend budget hearings. The first date would be at the June 2, 2008 work session
where budget priorities will be discussed. The next date is September when the preliminary levy
will be adopted. December is the truth-in-taxation hearing with a continuation hearing on
December 8, 2008. Council would adopt the 2009 budget and tax levy in December. Staff
recommends approval of the Resolution setting forth the important dates to be posted to the
website for resident reference.
Council Member Flaherty said that he would like to call this a preliminary calendar because the
dates are subject to change.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that the dates can be changed, if necessary.
MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7255,
Adopting a Calendar for the Preparation of the 2009 Budget.
Ayes-5
Nays-0
Motion carried.
• 8. CONSENT AGENDA
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• A. Licenses for Approval
B. Resolution 7251 Authorizing Insurance Policies for the Year January 2008
through December 2008
C. Set a Public Hearing for 7:05 pm Apri128, 2008 to consider Adopting a
Special Assessment Levy for Abatement of Nuisance Conditions
D. Resolution 7253, a Resolution Approving a Vending Contract with Royal
Vending for City Hall and the Community Center
E. Resolution 7260 Authorizing Purchase of Temporary Gateway Signage for
County Road 10
F. Resolution 7257 Approving Amendments to the Public Works Director and
Community Development Director Job Descriptions
G. Resolution 7261 Approving a Quote to Resurface the Banquet Center Dance
Floor
Council Member Flaherty requested that Item D be removed for discussion.
Council Member Stigney requested that Items B and E be removed for discussion.
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve Consent Agenda Items A, C, F, and G as
Presented.
• Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried.
B. Resolution 7251, Authorizing Insurance Policies January 2008 through
December 2008
Council Member Stigney asked what the Internet insurance is for. Finance Director Beer
explained that the reason the City has that, is for the credit cards accepted for programs at the
Community Center.
Council Member Stigney asked what the insurance deductible is. Finance Director Beer
indicated that the deductible is $25,000 and $5,000 for worker's compensation. Council Member
Stigney ask Finance Director Beer why Spring Lake Park has a lower deductable and to see if the
is an opportunity for us.
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7251,
Authorizing Insurance Policies January 2008 through December 2008.
Council Member Stigney pointed out that the cost for insurance for the year is $158,571.
D. Resolution 7253, a Resolution Approving a Vending Contract with Royal
Vending for City Hall and the Community Center
• Council Member Flaherty commented that Staff was not happy with the previous vending service
at the Community Center, and that is why the proposed change. He then said that this is a 36
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• month contract but he did notice that there is an option to end the contract, if necessary.
MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7253, a
Resolution Approving a Vending Contract with Royal Vending for City Hall and the Community
Center
Ayes - S Nays - 0 Motion carried.
E. Resolution 7260 Authorizing Purchase of Temporary Gateway Signage for
County Road 10
Council Member Stigney indicated that the Resolution does not state which one is being used.
The Resolution was amended to list A and B.
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7260,
Authorizing Purchase of Temporary Gateway Signage for County Road 10.
Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried.
9. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS
• Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated he did not have a chance to return calls on just and correct
claims this afternoon.
Council Member Flaherty, on Page 7, door replacement, this is for Well No. 1.
Mayor Marty asked about the worker's compensation claims. Staff provided information for
clarity that the one claim should end but the other name would be seen again as there has been
another injury.
Mayor Marty asked if Clerk-Administrator Ericson is going to start attending the Rotary
meetings. Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that he would be attending meetings, time
permitting.
Mayor Marty, on Page 16, asked what the recycling arrows were. Finance Director Beer noted
that they are fliers with an arrow on them that were purchased with Ramsey County Recycling
funds.
Mayor Marry, on Page 17 asked about the Office Depot charge, commenting that he was
wondering what the cost of the plaques was there because the Lions Club has information on
plaques that are very reasonably priced.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson agreed to contact the Lions for the information.
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Mayor Marty asked what a low light shoot is. Finance Director Beer indicated that it is a training
session for the officers.
Council Member Flaherty asked about Spring Lake Park Lumber for park signs. Finance
Director Beer indicated that this was for 6 x 6 posts for eight entrance signs.
MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Mueller. To Approve Just and Correct Claims as Presented.
Ayes - 5
Nays - 0
Motion carried.
10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. February 9, 2008, Special City Council Meeting Minutes
MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Approve the February 9, 2008, Special City Council
Meeting Minutes as Presented.
Ayes - 5
Nays - 0
Motion carried.
B. March 10, 2008, Executive Session Minutes.
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MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Approve the March 10, 2008, Executive Session
Minutes as Presented.
Ayes - 5
Nays - 0
Motion carried.
C. March 10, 2008, City Council Minutes.
Council Member Hull page 2, line 33 spelling of business is incorrect.
Mayor Marry, Page 3, Line 13, has to had. Page 4, Line 14, (black and white); add onto
Line 24, discussion about swapping MN/dot lot land for land in Arden Park to construct
the noise wall.
Mayor Marty, on Page 6, Line 40, Mayor Marty removed Item C for comment.
Council Member Mueller, Page 8, Line 36, she; Line 37 services are billed back instead
of can be.
Mayor Marty, Page 8, Line 9/10 until the lights are on for the new trailway section along
County Road 10; Page 9, Line 36 previously submitted corrections to staff.
Council Member Mueller, Page 10, Line 37 she or the Council can do to respond to the
writer.
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• Mayor Marty, Line 6, times, and that Mayor Marty was absent. Line 32, remove someone and
add they; Page 11, Line 25, the book will be sold during Festival in the Park, email or deliver to
City Hall deadline to submit is April 19.
Mayor Marty, line 44 clarify moratorium on the Roberts property to allow time for the city and
the developer.
Council Member Mueller, Line 18 the letter to the editor in that it is inaccurate and divisive.
MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Mueller. To Approve the March 10, 2008, City Council Minutes as
Amended.
Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried.
11. REPORTS
A. Reports of Mayor and Council
Mayor Marty asked Council to discuss overage pay for the employees that are picking up extra
duties to cover for the absence of the department head in public works. Staff will review and
make a recommendation.
Mayor Marry indicated that he discussed morale issues with staff, and Resolution 5555 is
hanging over their heads. He then said that if it were used with the intent, it would be fine, but
that Resolution was grossly misused in the past, and it has not helped the morale. He then said
that he would like to discuss repealing the Resolution.
Mayor Marty said that he would like to pledge to Staff to do what he can for morale, and he
thinks that this was used as a "billy club" in the past, and Staff has a real concern with this
Resolution.
Council asked that it be added to a work session for discussion.
Mayor Marty said that in reading the Pioneer Press, the City of Maplewood has been receiving a
lot of press, regarding City of Maplewood and litigation that is going on. He then said that the
League of Minnesota Cities almost cancelled Maplewood's insurance coverage, but did not.
However, they raised the deductible from $50,000 per incident to $200,000 per incident.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that there have been a number of lawsuits in Afton, and
Staff is wondering how that impacts everyone else's insurance rates because they do not follow
proper procedures. He then agreed to check with the League to see what they have to say about
this.
Mayor Marty noted that the Town Hall Meeting is scheduled for April 19, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. to
Noon.
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• Finance Director Beer indicated that the City is benefitting from a low experience modifier as a
result of a low number of claims with its insurance premiums.
Council Member Flaherty said he does not want to lose sight of the road reconstruction and
ponding issues that need to be resolved from the 2003 and 2005 street projects.
Council Member Mueller reiterated that recipes for the 50~' Anniversary Cookbook be dropped
off at the Town Hall Meeting on April 19, 2008.
Council Member Mueller noted that there would be a meeting on Wednesday, April 16 at 7:00
p.m. at the Anoka County Airport and the expansion plans are on the Agenda including
information on the hangers for corporate jets that will be coming in.
Council Member Mueller noted that Festival in the Park is scheduled for August 16 and 17 and
we are holding the car show on the 16~', Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The change
removes the trophy presentation issues during the parade and enables the fireworks company to
set up their display on time.
Mayor Marty noted that he and Mr. Ericson met with the Regional Mayor's and City
Administrators this afternoon and one thing that came up is that the Ramsey County Library is
having a meeting to discuss the Arden Hills library that is small and older. Ramsey County
• wants to create larger regional libraries based upon usage. The meeting is at Arden Hills City
Hall at 7:00 p.m. tomorrow night.
B. Reports of Staff
1. Xcel Pipeline Update
Clerk-Administrator Ericson noted that the route of the pipeline and the automatic shutoff are the
issues. Excel is opting to relocate the pipeline along a section of Eastwood Road rather than
going through the Greenwood Drive area, to cut across Arden and go back up Greenwood as
planned and tie that in with the street reconstruction in that area.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that Council may wish to consider Xcel's position of
compensating the City for the easement area for the shutoff, City Council countered that if the
automatic shutoff is being paid for by the City then the easement should be equivalent to the cost
for the automatic shutoff. Xcel is not planning on compensating the City for the easement for
any more than market value. Xcel indicated that they do not need to have the shutoff valve in
this location at all but it would be there to protect the City of Mounds View.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that he will discuss this with the City Attorney, but Xcel
does not have a permit at this time. Staff will provide additional information as it becomes
available.
• Mayor Marty asked Staff to contact the league of Minnesota Cities because this is turning into a
"dog and pony show" with Xcel Energy. He then said that Xcel Energy is the biggest energy
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company in the state, and he cannot believe that they would deal with a bigger City like
Minneapolis and St. Paul in this manner.
Mayor Marty reviewed the correspondence from Xcel Energy and pointed out that Xcel has
moved forward without a permit or permission of the City with installation of a valve.
Mayor Marty indicated he would like Clerk-Administrator Ericson and the City Attorney to
contact the League of Minnesota Cities to help deal with this Xcel situation.
Staff agreed.
Council member Mueller indicated that this project supports gas for communities to the north of
Mounds View and that is why the Council has insisted upon the safety valve, to ensure the safety
of the residents of Mounds View. It is reasonable for the residents of Mounds View to be
expected to pay for safety equipment or a gas line that does not supply our residents. She then
said that she does not appreciate being bullied or threatened by Excel Energy.
2. Review Retreat Summary Document
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that this report is informational for Council. Staff has
reviewed the document and will make any necessary changes.
Mayor Maryy, Page 8, Item 6, follow up retreat should be scheduled in one year but, he thought a
mini-retreat was going to be set up in six months. Staff will look into setting up a six month
review in house with Staff.
3. Recap of and Feedback from Redevelopment Roundtable Meeting
Clerk-Administrator Ericson reviewed the feedback recap provided by Staff on the
Redevelopment Roundtable meeting.
Council Member Flaherty indicated that he would like to let this unique opportunity be known to
all developers as he would not like to commit to one developer at this point.
Clerk-Administrator Ericson indicated that Staff would prefer that the existing RFP agreement
expire and then allow Staff to work with any developer.
Mayor Marty would like to look into marketing the City and the properties that the City does
have.
4. Reminder-Employee Appreciation Luncheon, May 21, 2008
Clerk-Administrator Ericson reminded Council of the Employee Appreciation Luncheon on May
21, 2008 at the Community Center.
Mounds View City Council April 14, 2008
Regular Meeting Page 16
• 5. Reminder--Town Hall Meeting, Saturday, Apri119, 2008, 9:00 am -
Noon
Clerk-Administrator Ericson read the Press Release regarding the Mounds View Police
Department's Outstanding Award from MADD for increasing by over 200% their drunk driving
arrests.
Finance Director Beer indicated that new radio read meters are being installed. He then said that
the vendor has decided to start charging and the City is going to partner with the City of
Columbia Heights for use of the readers/to borrow their equipment.
Finance Director Beer indicated that last summer there was a water service that failed where the
pipe pulled away from the meter, and flooded a basement and there was another one just recently.
He then said that there is a tool to fuse couplings to prevent this from happening again, so a1127
residents are being notified of the need to use this tool to fuse the coupling to prevent this
situation in the future.
Council Member Mueller indicated she is concerned with not having agreements in place for
loaning and borrowing equipment.
Staff and Council explained that "gentlemen agreements" is how the city has operated on other
loaning or borrowing equipment with other cities and Ramsey County. Finance Director Beer
explained that the equipment from Columbia Heights would be insured and the City, if it were to
break while being used here, would only need to pay the deductible amount of $500.
Finance Director Beer indicated that Staff is working on reimbursement for costs for use of the
fiber optic for Internet use for the library. The Community Center would have computers as an
extension of the library to be used by residents.
C. Reports of City Attorney
None.
12. Next Council Work Session:
Next Council Meeting:
Monday, May 5, 2008, at 6 p.m.
Monday, Apri128, 2008, at 7 p.m.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:44 p.m.
Transcribed by:
Joan Lenzmeier
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