HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packets - 1983/10/24CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
October 24, 1983
7:30 p.m.
A G E N D A
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call - Hankner, Blanchard, Doty, Linke, McCarty
3. Approval of Minutes: October 10, 1983 (Regular Meeting)
4. Public Hearing - 7:40 p.m. - Amendment to Chapter 48
Wetlands Zoning Ordinance
5. Residents Requests and Comments from the Floor
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6. Approval of Consent Agenda
ITEM A. Authorize the Adjustment of the Second Quarter 1983
Water Bill for Mr. 6 Mrs. Tim Jarrett, 2841 Woodale
Drive, from $140.96 to a Nrw Billing of $35.93 Due
to a Possible Malfunction in the Meter
ITEM B. Approve Resolution No. 1672 Approving Planning Case
142-83, A Minor Subdivision
ITEM C. Approve Resolution No. 1671 Encouraging the Consi-
deration of Improvements to County Road J/85th
Street by Anoka and Ramsey Counties
ITEM D. Approve 1984 Fire Department Budget Dated September
26, 1983 Reflecting a Mounds View Contribution in
the Amount of $97,135
ITEM E. Approve Resolution No. 1674 Adopting a Purchasing
Policy
ITEM F. Approve Resolution No. 1673 Amending Resolution No.
1663 Levying a Tax for Delinquent Utility Charges
Over a One Year Period
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AGENDA
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6. Approval of Consent Agenda (cont.)
ITEM G. Authorize the Mayor and Clerk -Administrator Enter
into a Contract with Corporate Risk Managers, Inc.
in the Amount of $3,325 and the Transfer of the Same
sum from Account No. 100-190-4480 to Account No.
100-190-4303
ITEM H. Licenses for Approval
ITEM I. Approve Resolution No. 1675 Approving Just and
Correct Claims Against City Funds
7. Consideration of Application from Kathy Pomerleau for
Appointment to the Festivities Commission
0. Third Quarter 1983 Department Head Report
Acting Police Chief Tim Smith
9. Consideration of Employment Arrangements (full-time vs.
consulting) for Director of Public Works/Community
Development
10. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 349 Amending the
Municipal Code of the City of Mounds View by Repealing
Chapter 35, Entitled "The Festivities Commission" and
Adopting a New Chapter 35 Entitled "Mounds View Festivities
Commission"
11. Consideration of staff Recommendation for the Contracting of
St. Stephen Street Storm Water Drainage Corrections
12. Report of Director of Public Works/Comunity Development
13. Report of Attorney
14. Report of Councilmembers - , Blanchard, Doty, Linke,
McCarty
15. Report of Administrator
16. Adjournment
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PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Regular Meeting
U;,',.;;,s October 10, 1983
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2401 Hwy. 10, Mounds View, MN 55112
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The Mounds View City Council was called to order by 1. Call to Order
Mayor McCarty at 7:30 PM on October 10, 1983.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Councilmembers Hankner, Blanchard, 2. Roll Call
150ty, Lin a an Mayor McCarty.
ALSO PRESENT: City Attorney Meyers, Clerk/
Administrator Pauley and Public Works/Community
Development Director Johnson.
Paul Wellstone, Special Assistant to the Governor
3. Presentatoin b.
on the energy policy, presented the Council with
Paul Wellstone
booklets detailing the Governor's energy program,
Regarding
and explained the Governor's community energy
Governor's
program, stating that Mounds View is one of 17
Community Ener;
communities tkat-rs-inchx4ec-i�r-Nhr-sturiyr in the
Program
State that has been selected to start the oroaram.
Janice Thompson presente computer print-out s,
showing the data that Mounds View has supplied
as far as their current energy use, and the projected
future energy use.
Mr. Wellstone answered questions on the data given,
and stated they hope to get representatives of the
17 communities together by December to get working
on the program.
The Council thanked Mr. Wellstone and Ms. Thompson
for their presentations, and assured them the City
would he ready whenever the communities were called
together.
Motion/Second: Doty/Linke to approve the September 4. Approval of
2b i38 3 minutes as corrected. Minutes:
September 26 a;
5 ayes 0 nays October 3, 198:-
Motion Carried
Mayor McCarty made a proposed change to the October 3
minutes,
Motion/Second: Doty/McCarty to approve the October
3 minutes as corrected.
2 ayes 3 nays Motion Failed
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Councilmembers Linke, Blanchard and Hankner voted
against the motion, stating that they felt the
minutes reflected the discussion and action that
took place.
Motion/Second: Linke/Hankner to approve the
October minutes as presented.
3 ayes 2 nays Motion Carried
Mayor McCarty and Councilmember Doty voted against
the motion. Mayor McCarty stated he did not feel
the minutes completely reflected the events that
took place regarding the "no" vote by Councilmember
Hankner regarding Resolution No. 1659.
Mike Hollinger, 8701 NE Lincoln, Blaine, stated
5. Residents Re -
he is a firearms safety instructor for the Mounds
Quests and
Comments from
View Park and Rec Department. He explained what
the Floor
he teaches in class and asked for funds for the
instructors association to by supplies. He stated
that specifically they need a locking cabinet in
which to store their materials. He also explained
that the cost per person to take the class is $4,
while the cost to the State and DNR is $15, and
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that a lot of the expenses come out of the instruc-
tors pockets. He added that the material is badly
needed to assist in their teaching, and that the
instructors are all volunteers.
Mr. Hollinger stated he had approached a Staff
member, who explained that funds had been set
for 1984, and recommended he go straight to the
Council.
Mayor McCarty recommended Mr. Hollinger go back
to the Park and Rec Staff and have them identify
funds.
It was decided Mr. Hollinger would meet with
Clerk/Administrator Pauley, who would then bring
in the appropriate Department Heads.
Motion/Second: McCarty/Blanchard to add the 6. Approval of
additional licenses for approval, under Item G of Consent Agenda
the consent agenda.
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
Motion/Second: Linke/Doty to approve the consent
agenda as presented, and waive the reading of the
resolutions.
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
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Motion/Second: Doty/Linke to have the first reading J. 1st Reading o!
o r� icinnance No. 349, amending the Municipal Code of Ord. No. 349
the City of Mounds View by repealing Chapter 35,
entitled "The Festivities Commission", and
adopting a new Chapter 35 entitled "Mounds View
Festivities Commission", and waive the reading.
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
Councilmember Linke reported the Festivities Commission
has reviewed and agreed with the changes made.
Motion/Second: Linke/Hankner to have the second 8. 2nd Reading an
reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 341, amending Adoption of
the Municipal Code of !,founds View by amending Ordn. No. 341
Chapter 41 entitled "Specific Rezonings", and
waive the reading.
Councilmember Hankner - aye
Councilmember Blanchard - aye
Councilmember Doty - aye
Councilmember Linke - aye
Mayor McCarty - aye
Motion/Second: Doty/Blanchard to approve Resolu-
tion N�664, authorizing the Clerk/Administrator
and Mayor to execute Development Agreement No. 83-62,
and Ordinance No. 346, amending the Municipal Code
of Mounds View by amending Chapter 41 entitled
"Specific Rezonings", and waive the reading.
Councilmember Hankner - aye
Councilmember Blanchard - aye
Councilmember Doty - aye
Councilmember Linke - aye
Mayor McCarty - nay
Mayor McCarty explained he had voted against the
motion as it went against the Comp Plan, and
he was not comfortable not having an assurance
that it wouldn't turn into another type of
business in the future, as it is a residential
district. He explained he was not present at
the first meeting and was not comfortable with
the information before him.
Discussion occurred before the vote on the motion,
with Mayor McCarty asking if there was a guarantee
in the development agreement that the business
could not be sold or changed to something else,
and Councilmember Doty inquiring about the sprink-
ling requirements.
Attorney Meyers pointed out that a 4/5 vote was
needed on the motion.
Motion Carried
9. 2nd Reading an
Adoption of
Ord. No. 346
Motion Carried
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Mr. Bayerkohler stated he was concerned with having the
rezoning approved.
Clerk/Administrator Pauley stated he would have the
Building Inspector prepare an outline on sprinkling
requirements, for all Council members.
Councilmember Blanchard stated she felt the timing 10.
Consideration
was very unfortunate for the request, as the Council
of Staff Memo
had just gone through the public hearing process, and
Regarding Silv
the citizens were not happy with the budget, and the
View Park Gran
contingency fund had been cut, and now requests were
Opening and
coming in, asking the Council to go into the
Purchase of Pa
contingency fund. She explained that while she was
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not against a park sign, she was not in favor of going
into the contingency fund.
and
Mayor McCarty questioned the amount of interest in 11.
Authorize Pur-
the revenue sharing fund. Clerk/Administrator
chase of Play-
Pauley explained a public hearing would have to be
Groud Equipmen
held to use that.
for Lambert Pa
Park Director Anderson explained that the whole con-
cept for a grand opening for Silver View Park came
up with the leaf composting grand opening, and that
the $380 could come from the budgeted general fund,
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Clerk/Administrator Pauley also advised that the
Council could authorize the expenditure and allow
the account to go into a deficiet until the end of
the year, when accounts are balanced, but that they
may still have to go into contingency at that time.
Park Director Anderson reviewed the funds spent to
date in the park equipment budget, and what is left,
Motion/Second: McCarty/Doty to authorize Staff to
expend for playground equipment at Lambert
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Park, and $250 .for park signage for Silver View Park,
not to exceed $4,780, from non -committed identified
funds in the Park and Rec accounts.
4 ayes 1 nay Motion Carrted
Councilmember Hankner voted against the motion.
Park Director Anderson explained where the fence 12. Consideration
would be placed, as well as the history of the of Staff Memo
project and why the fence is desired. Regarding Pur-
chasing Used
Councilmember Doty stated he would be in favor Fencing
of waiting one year before installing a fence, as Leaf Com ng
the site could be changed. Program at
Ardan Park
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Park Director Anderson explained there was no budget
for the program from the very beginning, and the
Park and Rec Department feels the City needs a com-
posting site, and they need to establish a permanency.
He added that they feel the response will be positive.
Mayor McCarty expressed concern with leaves blowing
at the site, and pointed out the contingency fund was
$24,000 in July, with no money being paid out since,
and with a $1,500 authorization being made.
Motion/Second: McCarty/Linke to authorize the
� expenditure of $1,660 from the contingency account
to purchase fencing for the composting program at
Ardan Park.
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
Director Johnson reported he had not gotten a 13. Status Report
written committment from MnDOT when he met with on 10/4/83
them last July, and they now seem to have changed Meeting with
the guidelines they are using. He added there is MnDOT on MSA
an appeal process the City can and should use. Resurfacing
He reviewed his memo of October 5, to the Council, Project
updating them of the status of the situation and
listing options the City can go with.
Councilmember Blanchard questioned who would be
responsible for maintenance of the concrete curb and gutter
in future years. Director Johnson replied that the
City can dedicate a larger portion of MSA funds
for maintenance, and he explained the payment pro-
cedure from MSA. Ile also stated that other than
damage, there is very little maintenance required,, -on concrete
curb and gutter.
There was co s cderable discussion among the Council
and Director Johnson as to the options available and
the best course of action for the City to take. It
was recommended that Director Johnson attend the
October 26 meeting in Brainerd and get the issue
resolved.
Motion/Second: McCarty/Doty to authorize Director
Johnson to prepare the necessary documentation,
for presentation to the MSA Screening Committee
in Brainerd on October 26, with the options being
to file a formal appeal for exception to the
"maintenance" definition; request a variance to
the required pavement width and concrete curb and
gutter; authorize Staff to advertise for bids for
the proposed project with the award contingent
.upon formal approval by MnDOT of the project for
funding using MSA monies; focus efforts on getting
."funding
Road I project started as soon as possible;
and file a simple request by December 15, 1983 that
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up to 25 percent
of the annual
MSA allotment be used
for maintenance.
5 ayes 0 nays
Motion Ad
It was agreed that the previous motion should
prevent the State from thinking the City was using
delaying tactics, and should strengthen the City's
case.
Finance Director Brager reported the Finance
Department had just completed work on the 1984
budget, which was adopted on October 3.
He reported they completed work with the auditors
on the debt study, and are very busy in converting
to postcard format for the utility billings, with
which they will be able to take advantage of a
special mailing rate.
He reported work is progressing well with the
micro computer/word processor, with the utility
system being tested in White Bear Lake on
October 11, and with Mounds View to follow later
in testing for the accounting system.
Finance Director Brager reported they will be
working on the audit and year end closing in
the next quarter. He also updated the Council
on the status of preparing to purchase long term
securities.
Councilmember Doty expressed concern about a
conflict of interest with Dorsey and the 1st
National Bank. Finance Director Brager replied
the City will go with 1st State Bank of New
Brighton if the interest rates are competitive.
Park Director Anderson updated the Council on
activities in the Park Department, reporting
they had completed the PRAD grant, or landscaping
grant, for Silver View Park, and that 1500 tulip
bulbs had been planted along the trails there.
He reported the Rec Department had passed all
playground programs onto the local neighborhood
parks, which was very successful, and children
were turned away from the programs, due to the
high attendance.
He reported the aquatics coordinator has started
and some of the swim programs have been restruc-
tured.
14. 3rd Quarter
Department
Reports
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He also reported the Park Department is using
the word processor a great deal, and is pleased
with it.
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Park Director Anderson reported 12 JETA people
were used during the summer, which represented
approximately $17,000 in value, and they were
close to indispensible.
He handed out a booklet to the Council on the
Forestry program and how it works. He reported
1500 trees were planted. over the summer, and
the City is making very good progress in the
tree planting program.
Park Director Anderson passed out copies of the
newsletter that just went to press, and stated
they hope to have it out within the next week.
He added that Staff will be reviewing the delivery
situation thoroughly in the near future, and recommended
the November/December issue be delivered by
the Boy Scouts.
Park Director Anderson reported the playground equip-
ment from Red Oak School will be relocated in the
Fall when the other equipment is installed in the
City parks.
Finance Director Brager reported that Acting
Police Chief Smith had stated he would be unable
to attend the meeting as he was not feeling well,
and would be present at the October 24 meeting
to give his report.
Director Johnson updated the Council on applications
received, permits given and inspections done during
the third quarter. He reported the modifications
of Treatment Plants 2 and 3 had been completed, and
reviewed the readings being received. He reported
4 hydrants had been repaired, and all water mains
flushed, and one water main had broken.
Director Johnson reported 23,000 lineal feet of sewer
had been cleaned so far during the year, as well as
the street repair and seal coating, had been completed.
He reported there had been some vandrtlint!t troblemn
with street signs, and traffic countn had men com-
pleted in certain areas.
Director Johnson presented the Council with a Summary
of hours spent to date, with 562 hours being spent in
the third quarter, which avernged 40.2 hours por weak,
but stated he is on target ns far as his totnl contrnet.
He stated he anticipates the fourth quarter to be very
busy and reviewed plans of what work is to be done,
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City proceed with legal action under the bond, as
they have not gotten anywhere with all the letters
and phone calls and so forth.
MULion Second; Linke/Blanchard to authorize
ALCornoy YLyers to proceed under the bond to get
the work completed on the Long Lake Road ditch.
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
Councilmember Hankner reported she had, as an 17. reports of
individual, submitted a letter to the Met Council, Councilmembers
on Lho Anoka County -Blaine Airport Plaster Plan, to state
liui fo—Oi ion, andhad later received a call from Repre-
aunLaL•ive Voss, appraising her of the status of the issue.
Councilmember Blanchard reported the Planning
Commission will be seeing the presentation from
the Met Council Staff on "Where Will Our Children
Live" on October 19.
Councilmember Doty reported he has been asked to
serve again on the League of Cities committee on
personnel and pensions.
Councilmember Doty presented the Council with a
copy of a letter from the City of Fridley, regarding
their concern with a hazardous waste site.
Councilmember Linke reported the next Ramsey County
League meeting will be October 19, at the Little
Canada City Hail, at 7:30 PM regarding the
Ramsey/Washington Counties waste energy project.
Councilmember Linke reported the Festivities
Commission had met the previous week, with Jan Quick
being appointed Chairperson. He reported one member
who had not been attending meetings for quite some
time had been voted off the Commission, and the
Commission was asking for Council support in it's
stand and in filling the vacancy.
It was determined to give the member in question an
opportunity to resign before the Council takes any
action.
Councilmember Linke recommended tabling any action
on the Police Chief selection.
Clerk/Administrator Pauley reported the applicants
had been instructed to have their testing completed
this week, and that the consultant would need 7-10
days upon completion of all testing to get reports
back to the Council.
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Motion/Second: Linke/Hankner to take the item from
the table.
5 ayes 0 nays
Motion/Second: McCarty/Doty to set the appointment
date for the Chief of Police for November 14, 1983.
5 ayes 0 nays
Mayor McCarty reviewed the preliminary report of the
draft airport plan for the Anoka County airport, and
asked that all Councilmembers receive a copy.
Motion/Second: McCarty/Doty to authorize Attorney
f�eyers to mplementthc lawsuit on the ILS System at
such time that he deems proper.
4 ayes 0 nays 1 abstention
Councilmember Hankner stated she was abstaining from
the vote as she would like a chance to confer with
Attorney Meyers about the status of the current
lawsuit before authorizing another to be filed.
Attorney Meyers advised that they could amend
the lawsuit to include another party, as the current
suit is against the Met Council, and any new law-
suit would be against MAC, tie added he would prefer
to keep the case in Ramsey County.
Mayor McCarty asked Councilmember Hnnkner for an
aye or nay vote on the P�revious motion, and had
Attorney Meyers quota tlha section of the code
which requires a unanimous decision by all Council -
members to let one member abstain from a vote. He
stated he was not allowing her to abstain,
Councilmember Hanknor stated she would vote nay on
the previous motion, for the some reason as she
abstained, that she did not have enough information
to approve the motion at this time.
Clerk/Adminintrator Pauley reported negotiations
were going on between fir, piunLIorr: and Mr. Gaughan
and that a section of Mr.Dinndorl's driveway had
been replaced and that tile issue of fill will be
decided soon,
Clerk/Administrator Pauley reported he had attended
the Mot Council committee meeting oa needy-4wuA4,g-
4W)4ift the Metro Housing Fund, and reviewed the
actions to eTc n at that that meeting.
Motion Carried
Motion Carried
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Motion/Second: Doty/Linke to adjourn the meeting at 18. Adjournment
0273— PM
5 ayes 0 nays Motion CaJd
Respectfully submitted,
Donald F. Pauley
Clerk/Administrator
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CONSENT AGEINDA
October 24, 1993
The Consent Agenda is a technique designed to expedite handling of
routine and miscellaneous official business of the City Council.
The entire Agenda may be adopted by the Council in one motion.
The motion for adoption is non-dehatahle and must receive
unanimous approval. By request of any individual Councilmember,
any item can be removed from the Consent Agenda and place upon the
Regular Agenda for debate.
ITEM A. Authorize the Adjustment of the Second Quarter 1983 Water
Bill for Mr. 6 Mrs. Tim Jarrett, 2841 Woodale Drive, from
$140.96 to a New Billing of $35.93 Due to a Possible
Malfunction in the Meter
ITEM B. Adopt Resolution No. 1672 - Approving Planning Case
142-83, A Minor Subdivision
ITEM C. Adopt Resolution No. 1671 - Encouraging the Consideration
of Improvements to County Road J/85th Street by Anoka and
Ramsey Counties
ITEM D. Approve 1984 Fire Department Budget Dated September 26,
1983 Reflecting a Mounds View Contribution in the Amount
of $97,135
ITEM E. Adopt Resolution No. 1674 - Adopting a Purchasing Policy
ITEM F. Adopt Resolution No. 1673 - Amending Resolution No. 1663
Levying a Tax for Delinquent Utility Charges Over a One
Year Period
ITEM G. Authorize the Mayor and Clerk -Administrator Enter into a
Contract with Corporate Risk Managers, Inc. in the Amount
of $3,325 and the Transfer of the Same Sum from Account
No. 100-190-4480 to Account No. 100-190-4303
ITEM H. Licenses for Approval
Cement - Expire 6/30/84
Sarco Construction - New
General - Expire 6/30/84
U.W. Construction - Renewal
Rod Johnson Building - Renewal
Pleating 6 Air Conditioning - Expire 6/30/84
Bill's Sheet Metal - New
Sewer 6 Water - Expire 6/30/84
Western Excavnting (Don Weld Plumbing) - New
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ITEM I. Adopt Resolution No. 1675 - Approving Just and Correct
Claims Against City Funds
0 RESOLUTION NO. 1672
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANNING CASE 142-83,
A MINOR SUBDIVISION
WHEREAS, Mr. Arthur Zielinski, owner of the property located at
8344 Groveland Road and legal guardian to Mrs. Clara Ford, owner of
the property located at 8334 Groveland Road, has applied for a minor
subdivision to relocate the east 211.60 feet of the property line
which separates the two above properties 30 feet to the south; and
WHEREAS, the two proposed lots meet minimum Zoning Code
requirements for frontage and area; and
WHEREAS, the buildings presently situated on both lots will
meet minimum setback requirements to the new lot line; and
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Planning Commission has reviewed this
IVminor subdivision request and has recommended approval by adopting
Resoluttnn No. 95-83;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City
Council approves the minor subdivision as requested by Mr. Arthur
Zielinski by relocating the cast 211.60 feet of the existing south
property line of 8344 Groveland Road, 30 feet to the south.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this subdivison is based on the
survey prepared by Suburban Engineering, Inc. dated August 29, 1983,
which includes a 5 foot drainage and utility easement on both sides of
this proposed lot line.
ATTEST:
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Adopted this 24th day of October, 1983.
Mayor
Clerk —Administrator
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RESOLUTION NO. 1671
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING THE CONSIDERATION OF
IMPROVEMENTS TO COUNTY ROAD J/85TH STREET
BY ANOKA AND RAMSEY COUNTIES
WHEREAS, those communities in Ramsey County and Anoka
County bordering on County Road J are experiencing increased
development; and
WHEREAS, the development being experienced is causillg
increased traffic on County Road J and creating needed increased
services; and
WHF' 'S, these communities and their neighbors viewing
the incr usea use of this road and its service demands on them
prefer to anticipate and plan in order to prevent increased
and unnecessary hardships on their residents and residents_n
the neighboring communities in the counties of Ramsey and Anoka.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Mounds
View respectfully requests the Ramsey County Engineer's Department
to pursue negotiations with the Anoka County Engineer's Department
to provide adequate planning for the improvements of these segments
to avoid unnecessary and needless cost and inconvenience to the
residents.
HE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Minnesota Department of
Transportation be invited to participate in these discussions
in order to coordinate any projects they may be considering with
these planning efforts.
ATTEST:
Adopted this 24th day of October, 1983.
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(SEAL)
Clerk -Administrator
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RESOLUTION NO. 1674
�. CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PURCHASING POLICY
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City of Mounds View to
establish a policy setting forth guidelines necessary to facilitate
the purchasing operation of the City; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City that such purchasing
policy be in conformance with the City Charter, City Code, and
State statutes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of
the City of Mounds View hereby adopts the attached Purchasing
Policy, said policy made a part herein, to regulate the purchasing
operations of the City.
Adopted this 24th day of October, 1983.
ATTEST:
Mayor
(SEAL)
Clerk -Administrator
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PURCHASING POLICY
1.01 ESTABLISHING AUTHORITY
The purchasing pulicies of the City of Mounds View are
established by the City Chnrter, the City Code, and the
City Council.
1.02 POLICY
a) Purchases to meet the requirements of all depnrtments
of the City are made by the appropriate department
heads by purchase order pursuant to the policy set
forth below.
b) The City Council declares Its Intention to purchase
competitively without prejudice and to seek the maximum
value for every dollar expended.
1.03 PURPOSE OF THIS POLICY
This policy is designed to set forth, in detail, the poli-
cies and procedures necessary to facilitate the purchasing
operation of the City.
1.04 RELATIONS WITH SUPPLIER'S REPRESENTATIVES
a) Departments should not he burdened with, nor encourage
visits from supplier's representatives except where it
is to obtain a quotation for goods or services.
b) Every opportunity shall be made to encourage respon-
sible suppliers to do business with the City.
c) All employees of the City shall keep themselves free of
obligation to any of the City's suppliers.
BLUUIGG AND QUOTATIONS
2.01 Competitive bids or quotations shall be solicited in con-
nection with all purchases whenever possible. Purchases
shall be made from the lowest responsible bidder complying
with specifications and other stipulated bidding condi-
tions. The following requirements shall apply:
a) Purchases over $15,000. If the amount of the purchase
is estimated to exceed $15,000, sealed bids shall be
solicited through advertisement in the manner and
subject to the requirements of law governing purchases
by the municipality. All purchases under this section
shall be awarded by the Council.
Purchasing Policy
Page Two
a]
b) Purchases from $10,000 to $15,000. If the amount of
the purchase is estimated to exceed $10,000, but not
to exceed $15,000, the purchase may be made either by
advertisement and the receipt of sealed bids, or by
ohtnlning two or more written quotaL loss from suppliers
at the discretion of the City Council. The purchase
shall be awarded by the City Council.
c) Purchases from $1,000 to $10,000. If the amount of the
purchase is estimated to exceed $1,000, but not Lo
exceed $10,000, the purchase may be made only after
obtaining two or more written quotations from suppliers
and the purchase shall be awarded by the City Council.
d) Purchases from $500 to $1,000. If the amount of the
purchase is estimated to exceed $500, but not to exceed
$1,000, the purchase may be made only after obtaining
two or more verbal quotations from suppliers and
recording them on paper and attaching same to the
purchase order.
e) Purchases under $500. If the amount of the purchase is
estimated to be under $500, quotations are not required
but are encouraged. 11
2.02 FORMAL BIDS
All purchases which require advertisement and the receipt
of sealed bids shall be awarded by the City Council.
2.03 STATEMENT OF GENERAL CONDITIONS
A statement of "General Conditions", as approved by the
City Council, may be included with all specifications sub-
mitted to suppliers for their bids. These general con-
ditions may be incorporated in all contracts awarded for
the purchase of supplies, equipment, or services.
2.04 COMPLIANCE wITM LEGAL PROVISIONS
The purchasing procedures employed shall comply with all
applicable laws and regulations of the State and of the
City of Mounds View.
0
PurchasI ng Policy
Page Three
PURCHASE. ORDERS
3.01 PURPOSE
A purchase order authorizes the vendor to ship and bill for
materials or services specified in the purchase order.
3,02 ISSUANCE OF PURCHASE ORDER FORMS TO DEPARTMENT HEADS
It shall he the responsibility of the Finance Department to
maintain an inventory of purchase order forms. The Finance
Department will issue purchase order forms to department
heads for their use in purchasing needed goods and services
for their departments. it shall he the responsibility of
the department heads to mainrain a record of purchase
orders issued by their departments. At a minimum this
record shall include: purchase order number, date issued,
name of supplier issued to, and the amount of the order.
Department heads shall, upon request of the Clerk
Administrator or Finance Director, make available for
inspection said record of purchase orders issued.
3.03 ISSUANCE - GENERAL
Purchase orders must be issued and sent to suppliers prior
to order of goods and services which are estimated to
exceed $100.
a) For orders of goods or services which are estimated to
exceed $100 but not to exceed $500 a purchase order may
be issued upon the signature of a department head.
b) For orders of goods or services which are estimated to
exceed $500 a purchase order may only be issued afcer
provisions of this policy pertaining to bidding and
quotations has been complied with, the purchase order
has been properly issued pursuant to provisions of this
policy, signed by a department head, and counter signed
by the Clerk -Administrator or Finance Director.
3.04 PROCEDURES REGARDING THE ISSUANCE. OF PURCHASE ORDERS
Copies of the issued purchase order shall be distributed as
follows:
a) Original to supplier as evidence of the order of goods
or services. The supplier should be instructed to
include the purchase order number on the statement or
Invoice sent for the goods or services purchased.
b) First copy (yellow) to the Finance Department.
N
I,urcha::log PuIIcY
Page Four
c) Second copy (green) to be retained
originating the order. After the
hove been delivered and an invoice
received the department head shall
payment to the Finance Department.
include the following:
by the department
goods or services
or statement
submit a request for
This request shall
( I ) Request fur payment form signed by department
head.
(2) The second copy of the purchase order.
(7) invoice or statement for goods and services
ordered.
(4) Copies of bids or quotations required pursuant to
City purchasing policy.
EMERGENCY PURCHASES
4.01 DEFINITION
Emergency p,irchases are those made by departments only when
normal operations of the department would be hampered by
the delay resulting from purchasing in the normal manner,
or where property, equipment or life are endangered through
unexpected and unforeseen circumstances.
4.02 AUTHORITY
In case of an emergency a department head may, with the
approval of the Clerk -Administrator, purchase directly any
supplies, materials, or services necessary to alleviate the
emergency. Upon the next working day such emergency shall
be explained in writing and such explanation submitted to
the Clerk -Administrator. Every effort shall be made to
contact the Clerk -Administrator whether the emergency
occurs during normal working hours or after normal working
hours.
GENERAL PROVISIONS
5.01 Department heads are not to split orders to attempt to
circumvent any provisions of the City Charter, State Law,
or any policy established by the City regarding purchasing.
5.02 Any willful violation of this policy will be reported
promptly to the Clerk -Administrator and City Council.
•
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RESOLUTION 00. 1673
I
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAI4SEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 1663 LEVYING A TAX
FOR DELINQUENT UTILITY CHARGES OVER A ONE YEAR PERIOD
WHEREAS, on September 26, 1983, the Mounds View City
Council adopted Resolution No. 1663 levying a tax for delinquent
utility charges over a one year period to 12 different utility
accounts in arrears on payments over a one year period for
certification on the benefiting property's 1984 property tax
bills; and
WHEREAS, two of these accounts have since paid their
bills in full; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City of Mounds View not
to certify these accounts to Ramsey County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of
the City of Mounds View hereby authorizes and directs the Clerk
Administrator to certify to the Auditor of Ramsey County the
attached amended list of delinquent utility charges, said list
made a part herein, for certification against a tax levy of said
property owners for the year 1983, collectible in 1984, and which
listing includes an administrative fee of five percent (58).
Interest shall be figured at the rate of eight percent (8%) on
the total amount for one year. Total amount to be certified:
$2,143.42.
ATTEST:
(SEAL)
Adopted this 24th day of October, 1983.
yor
Cler•-Administrator
RESOLUTION NO. 1673
DELINQUENT UTILITY CHARGES
2816 Ardan Avenue
2174 Belle Lane
2440 Clearview Ave.
2901 Co. Rd. 112
7900 Bdgewood Drive
2504 Nillview Road
7090 Knollwood Drive
2349 Laport Drive
7069 Pleasant View Dr
2138 Terrace Drive
59-30000-030-01
$ 69.34
59-59030-060-11
162.74
59-42500-030-01
246.86
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351.10
59-84000-310-00
40.18
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75.60
59-42000-880-00
89.64
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455.42
59-42000-650-00
255.02
59-59000-110-03
397.52
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October 10, 1983 c'G�£e'7702n�
Mr. Don Pauley
City Administrator
Mounds View City Hall
21101 Highway 10
Mounds View Minnesota 55112
Dear Mr. Pauley:
I would like to be considered for an opening on the Festival in the Park
commission.
I have been active with the Mounds View Jaycees for several years and
have participated in helping them with the Festival in the past, I am
also a member of the Fridley American Iegion Auxiliary and have worked
on several things with them.
I would like to be considered for the Commission because I would like to
_ become an active person in the planning stages and would like to see it
remain a community oriented day. With the experience of organizing and
participating in ,many community projects for the Jaycees and the Legion
I feel I could add something to the Board of Festival Commissioners.
Thank you for your consideration and time.
Sincerely,
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Kathy P merleau
2023 Stratford Avenue
Hounds View, Minnesota 55112
786-6755
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6601 - 75th Avenue North
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 55428
October 19, 1983
Mayor and City Council
City of Mounds View
2401 Highway 10
Mounds View, Minnesota 55112
Dear Mayor and Council:
This letter is in response to the discussion held Monday, October 17,
1983 concerning the Director of Public Works/Community Development
position for 1984. It is my understanding that the Council desires
to have a "full time" Director in 1984 at a cost of $37,828.00.
as contained in the 1984 budget.
To meet these objectives I propose the following:
1. Furnish the City of Mounds View an average of 40 hours
per week plus attendance, as necessary, at regular and
agenda session council meetings.
2. Special meetings and/or projects requiring extra time
would be compensated by paid compensatory time off (per
provisions in current code) or by a per hour fee of
$18.19 based on $37 828.00/2080 hours.
3. The salary would be by contract at $ 37,828.00 per year
or$1,454.92 per 2-week pay period ($37,828.00/26).
4. As per the current personnel code the City would provide
2 weeks (80 hours) of paid vacation, 11 days (88 hours) of
paid holiday leave and up to 2.weeks (80 hours) of paid
sick leave.
5. 1 would pay for and provide my own medical, pension, and
workmen's compensation benefits.
6. The City would also cover the cost of attendance at one
national professional conference and attendance at one
state conference or special professional shortcourse
(must have prior approval of the Council). The approved
1984 budget contains funds for these conferences or
meetings.
Mayor and City Council
Page 2
October 19, 1903
7. 1 would be allowed to continue my current level of activity
in professional and civic organizations. These activities
may require my time during normal working hours but would
not be on "City Time".
8. The contract could be terminated for just cause by either
party with thirty (30) days prior notice.
I think the above outlined proposal will meet the previously stated
objectives of the City Council, If I have misinterpreted the Council's
desires and objectives or additional information is needed, please
contact me.
I am sincerely interested in continuing as Director of Public Works/
Community Development for the City of Mounds View in 1984 to try to
provide continuity for the many programs just getting started. It is
equally important to me to keep the relationship on a contract basis
rather than a standard salary basis for tax purposes.
Very truly yours,
hn C. Johnson, P.E.
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cc: Don Pauley
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ORDINANCE NO. 349 &L/Y-n 0
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE; AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF TUE CITY OF
MOUNDS VIEW BY REPEALING CHAPTER 35, ENTITLED
"THE FESTIVITIES COMMISSION" AND ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER 35
ENTITLED "MOUNDS VIEW FESTIVITIES COMMISSION"
The Council of the City of Mounds View does hereby ordain:
SECTION I. Chapter 35, Entitled "The Festivities Commission"
is hereby repealed.
SECTION II. The new Chapter 35, "Mounds View Festivities
Commission", is hereby adopted as follows:
35.01
CHAPTER 35
MOUNDS VIEW FESTIVITIES COMMISSION
35.01 Purpose.
To promote an annual community -wide special event.
35.02 Composition.
A nine (9) member voting board shall be appointed by the Mayor
with the approval of the City Council and shall operate under
Chapter 35 of the Municipal Code.
35.03 Organization.
1. The Commission shall meet the first Tuesday of each month or
as deemed necessary by the Chairperson.
2. Quorum shall be five (5) appointed members..
3. The first meeting in September shall include:
a. Election of chairperson (chairperson must be someone
who has served at least one year on the Coumiission.)
b. Vice -chairperson, Secretary and Treasurer shall be
appointed by the Chairperson with approval of the
Commission.
c. Reviewal of by-laws. By-law changes, if any, should be
read and suggested at a meeting and can be voted on at
the following meeting and changed by a 2/3 vote of the
members present subject to approval of the City Council.
4- Budy'ct 511611 be P!:cPainu ai,u 5u'uwll Leif lu Lhe Cuunuil IVL
approval by September meeting and shall include projected
revenues and expenditures. The Commission shall recommend
to the Council uses for any donations or revenues generated
by the Commission.
35.03
5. An agenda will be prepared and be distributed to members
prior to meeting. Meeting dates must be posted 24 hours
before the meeting. .
35.04 Terms and Vacancies.
1. Members of the Commission shall serve three-year staggered
terms, with terms expiring September 30 of each year. All
appointments are to be made each year at the first regular
meeting of the Council in October. Both original and suc-
cessive appointees shall hold their offices until their
successors are appointed and qualified.
2. Vacancies during the term shall be filled by the Mayor with
the approval of the majority of the Council for the unexpired
portion of the term. Every appointed member shall, before
entering upon the discharge of his duties, take an oath that
he will faithfully discharge the duties of his office. No
member shall be personally interested in any contracts in
which the Commission may enter.
35.05 Compensation.
1. Members of the Commission shall serve without compensation.
35.06 Removal from Office.
1. Any member of the Commission may be removed if said member i
misses two consecutive meetings without d valid reason, and
for cause duly found, by a two-thirds vote of the Commission
members and consent of the Council.
SECTION III. This ordinance shall take effect 30 days after the
date of its publication.
Read by the Council of the City of Mounds View on this 24th day
of October, 1983.
Read and passed by the Council of the City of Mounds View on this
day of , 1983.
ATTEST:
(SEAL)
Mayor
Clerk -Administrator
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MI.1-10 TO: Nayur and City CUUOCil
FROM: Director of Public Works/Community Development r. Ili
DATE: October 20, 1983
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SUBJECT: STORM SEWER CONSTRUCTION ON ST. STEPHEN STREET
Per discussion at the City Council meeting on October 17, 1983,
staff has proceeded with obtaining quotations from two contractors
for installation of a storm sewer pipe 12 inches in diameter
running from St. Stephen Street westerly and connecting to the
existing 21 inch storm sewer at the rear of the luts. The two
firms contacted were Ray Perron and Son, Contractors from New
Brighton, Minnesota and Dawson Construction, Inc. from Anoka,
Minnesota. Both contractors have performed work in the City of
Mounds View in the past and are capable of performing the project
as described to the Council.
Attached is a copy of the quotation received from Ray Perron and
Son in the amount of $4,258.00 plus $480.00 for dewatering if
necessary. This would then total $4,738.00 as a not to exceed
ram.
number.
The contract is based on the City obtaining the materials listed
on the proposal form and that the labor and equipment would be a
lump sum number. That number was arrived at after discussion on
three occasions with the contractor as to the scope of work to be
done and determining his "best price".
A verbal quotation at time of preparation of this memo had been
received from Dawson Construction, Inc. The material cost was
estimated to be $2,042.00, the labor and equipment for two days
was estimated to be $2,900.00, dewatering, if necessary, was
estimated to be $800.00 and sod and asphalt restoration work was
estimated to be $800.00 for a total of $6,542.00. Mr. Dawson
indicated that he would propose to do the work based on time and
materials and unit prices that would be confirmed in his written
proposal. Based on the verbal quotation furnished by Mr. Dawson,
he would have to reduce his costs by approximately $1,500.00 or
approximately 10 hours of labor and equipment in order to become
the low bidder for the proposed work.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends to the City Council that they
authorize staff to execute a purchase order to Mr. Ray Perron for
the proposed storm sewer improvement work on St. Stephen Street in
the amount of $2,249.75 plus up to $480.00 at $60.00 per hour for
dewatering work if necessary. Staff also requests the City Council
to authorize staff to execute a purchase order for necessary
materials for the project. Materials are estimated to cost $2,008.25.
Mayor and City Council
October 20, 1983
Page Two
A 12 inch PVC pipe will be installed from near St. Stephen Street •
to a catch basin structure near the rear lot lines of the lots
facing St. Stephen with a direct• connection to the 21 inch storm
sewer located near the rear lot line. The project may require
temporary relocation of the chain link fence that is in the 15
foot easement during construction. The contractor has indicated
that this should not be necessary.
The above described work will be funded out of the SWM account.
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Footings & Basements
177 Cleveland Ave. S.E.
Now Brighton, MN 55112
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CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
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AGENDA SESSION
November 7, 1983
7:00 p.m.
1. Consideration of letter from Jim and Nancy Bremer,
2765 Laport Drive, regarding vacation of Fairchild Avenue
riqht-of-way.
2. Consideration of staff memorandum and communications
regarding a Mounds View Energy Council.
3. Consideration of staff memorandum and communications
regarding the North Suburban Cable Communications
Commission Budget.
4. Consideration of staff memorandum regarding Cable TV
legislation.
5. Consideration of staff memorandum regardi.nq Rice Creek
Watershed District Board of Managers.
6. Consideration of staff memorandum regarding Metropolitan
Council proposed Interim Economic Policies.
7. Review of draft Ordinance Nos. 350 and 151 concerning
Miller Industrial Park Wetland boundary.
8. Status report on 1983 MSA Project and variance application
(material to be handed out Monday).
9. Status report on Long Lake Road Ditch Project.
10. Consideration of staff memorandum regardinq final completion
of Development Agreement No. 78-25 with Mounds View
Development Co. #1.
11. Consideration of staff memorandum regarding amendment to
Development Agreement No. 82-52 with M & E Realty.
12. Consideration of financial consultant proposals.
13. Consideration of staff memorandum reqardinq 1983/84
NEED Program.
14. Consideration of staff memorandum regarding Minnesota
Tax Commission Public Hearings.
15. Consideration of staff memorandum regarding Director
!`,I1 of 'Public Works/Community Development Position.
ML•'MO TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Clerk-Administrato �^
BATE: October 26, 1983
SUBJECT: FAIRCHILD AVENUI; VACATION
Pursuant to your request, the referenced subject matter has been
Placed on your November 7th agenda session agenda as a resplt of
a letter all of you received from Jim and Nancy Bremer,dated
October 17, 1983, outlining their concerns over the Fairchild Avenue
right-of-way abutting the west side of their property,which has
remained unimproved and which the Council has discussed on several
occasions over the past few years.
In an effort to fully update you on this matter as to its history,
I would like to provide you with a chronological listing of the
events since the Bremer's submitted their first petition for a vaca-
tion. The events as shown by the records contained in our files on
this matter are as follows:
April 1981 Mr. Bremer contacted this office inquiring as to
the possibility that the right-of-way in question
Might be vacated.
May 11, 1981 City Attorney Meyers advised the Council that should
the right-of-way be vacated it would be vacated to
the property owners abutting it on the east side as
that is the area from which it was initially dedicated
at the time a plat was approved.
May 13, 1981 This office sent a letter to Mr. Bremer outlining the
findings of the City Attorney and advising the proce-
dure to be followed for submitting a petition requesting
such a vacation.
Jun. 2, 1982 Petition for vacation received and submitted to the
City Council for direction to staff.
Jun. 10, 1982 Staff report prepared for June 19, 1982 Council Meeting
at which time a June 28, 1982 Public hearing was set.
Jun. 28, 1982 Public hearing held and action tabled. A letter was
submitted at the public hearing by Jim and Nancy Bremer
outlining their proposal and the reasons for such
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Jul. 15, 1982 Staff report submitted providing additional informa-
tion for Council consideration. At that time it was
agreed that a resolution would be presented for
adoption at the August 9, 1982 Council Meeting vacating
the north 210 feet of the right-of-way but retaining
the southern portion of the right-of-way, with a one
year sunset clause at which time the Council would
consider the improvement of the remaining portion of
right-of-way for a cul-de-sac.
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area
Aug. 9, 1962 withtCouncilmdevel pedYeesoluti.onfandeconcurring
Resolution No. 1469
adopted by the City Council.
Aug. 1, 1983 Staff report requesting Council give direction as to
what action should be taken regarding the right-of-way
which had not been improved over the one year period
provided for by Resolution No. 1469. At that time
Council directed staff to send a letter to the property
owners requesting the right-of-way not be vacated, asking
them to advise the City of their intentions regarding
subdivision of their property and requesting that they
be more attentive to the maintenance of the rear
portions of their. property. No response to the initial •
letter or telephone inquiries has been received by City
staff on this matter.
Staff would like to point out at this time that the statements made
by the Bremers in their October 17, 1983 letter regarding problems they
have experienced with children using the unimproved right-of-way for
various activities is correct and the City, on at least three occasions,
has had public works crews and equipment level the right-of-way and
remove whatever trash was found on the site. Due to the location of
the property it would be extremely difficult for the City to adequately
control the area to ensure that it is not being used for inappropriate
purposes. Copies of all correspondence and reports relating to this
item are attached for your information.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff would suggest that the Counr.il consider the
possibTtY ofof discussing with the individuals, wishing to have the
City retain this right-of-way for their future use sponsibilitynfor
property, an agreement whereby they would accept responsibility
maintenance and policing of this area over a specified period of time,
with them being required to subdivide their property no later than the
end of the time£rame agreed upon. In this manner the City would place
responsibility upon these property owners to undertake some effort to
control the area they are requesting that we retain for their future
benefit and further placing burden on them to accomplish'their desired
subdi,,ision rarhgr than delavinq it to some indeterminate period of Aft
time. .
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May 13, 1981
Mr. James S. Bremer
2765 T,anort Drive
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432
Dear Mr. Bremer:
The Mounds View City Council, at their meeting on May 11, 1981,
received a report from the City Attorney regarding vacation of
the Fairchild Avenue easement from Laport Drive to Arden Avenue.
It• was the opinion of the City Attorney, that as the City had
obtained an easement for only one-half of the street, that this
easement could be vacated to the property owners abutting it on
the east side. It was the further recommendation of the City
Attorney that, should the City desire to vacate such an easement,
that the vacation proceedings be precipitated by a petition from
the abutting property owners requesting such a vacation. We
would, therefore, request that should you still desire to obtain
title to this property that you circulate a petition among the
five property owners abutting this easement, requesting that the
City vacate such an easement pursuant to provisions of the Mounds
View Home Rule Charter and Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 412.
Such a petition should have at least 50% of the signatures of the
abutting property owners in order for the City to give due consi-
deration to your request. Should you have any questions regarding
this matter, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned.
DFP/pf
MEMO TO: Mayor and City Council
rants; Clerk-T.dminis
DATE: June 2, 1982
SUBJECT: PETITION FOR STREET VACATION
Attached please find a petition received by this office on June 2,
1982 for the vacation of the Fairchild Avenue right-of-way from
Laport Drive to Ardan Avenue. The petition is signed by three of
the five property owners that would be affected by the vacation of
this easement.
As you may recall, approximately one year ago at your May 11, 1981
Council meeting, City Attorney Meyers reported on a potential
vacation of this section of street due to a telephone request
received by this office at that time. Mr. Meyers referred to the
provisions of the Charter, specifically, Chapter 12.06, which
states that the Council may, by ordinance, vacate any street or
alley within the City after notice has been published in the City's
official newspaper and opportunity has been given to affected property
owners and the public to be heard on the vacation.
In order for staff to respond to this petition, it would be appreciated
if Council would give direction in this matter regarding your desire
to consider the vacation of this easement. Should you desire to du
so, it would appear appropriate for a public hearing to be scheduled
for consideration of the petition of vacation and allowing for public
input. This hearing could be scheduled under your June 19th Consent
Agenda for June 28th. Your direction in this matter will be greatly
appreciated.
DFP/pf
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We, the undersigned, do hereby petition the City of Mounds View to
begin vacating proceedings on the Fairchild Avenue easement from
Laport Drive to Arden Avenue, as outlined in the attached letter
dated May 13, 1981, to James E. Bremer from Donald F. Pauley,
clerk -administrator, City of Mounds View.
MEMO TO: Mayor and City Council
Planning Coumiissiun
FROM: Clerk-Administratuio(C
DATE: June 10, 1982
SUBJECT: FAIRCHILD AVENUE RIGHT OP -WAY VACATION
On June 2, 1982 the City received a petition, copy attached, from
three of tile five abutting property owners to the portion of
Fairchild Avenue right-of-way between Ardan Avenue and LaPort Drive
requesting the City vacate this right-of-way.
Section 12.06 of the Mounds View Home Rule Charter provides for the
vacation of streets by the City after public notice is published,
copy of notice published in New Brighton Bulletin on June 17, 1982
attached, and opportunity is given to interested citizens and
affected property owners to be heard on the matter. Should a
vacation be approved by resolution of the City Council the vacated
right-of-way would revert back to the abutting property owners
with ownership being established from the mid -point of the
right-of-way.
In the case in question, each abutting property owner would receive
15 feet of the 30 foot wide right-of-way for the length of their
frontage.
As shown on the attached map, the petitioning property owners own
land which has been subdivided and developed in such a way that
frontage on this portion of Fairchild Avenue is not of benefit
to them. Staff is unaware of any plans by the other two abutting
property owners to subdivide their lots. These owners have been
mailed notice of the hearing on June 28, 1982 for the vacation
request.
It should be further pointed out that the development of this
portion of Fairchild Avenue would be difficult, if not impossible,
due to the fact that the existing right-of-way is 30 feet wide
which is insufficient for the development of a street, thus,
requiring additional right-of-way acquisition if a street would
be developed. Any acquisition that might occur for the full
length would be inhibited by the development that has and is
occurring in the area along Ardan Avenue adjacent to this portion
of Fairchild Avenue.
Upon direction of the Council, staff will prepare the appropriate
resolution approving or rejecting the requested vacation.
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RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESO7A
2401 HIGHWAY 10
MOUNDS VIEW, MINN. 55112
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CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
VACATION OF A DEDICATED STREET EASEMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Mounds View City Council will
meet on Monday, June 21, 1982, at 7:40 p.m., at Mounds View
City Hall, 2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, Minnesota 55112, to
consider the vacation of a street easement described as:
Fairchild Avenue from Ardan Avenue to
LaPort Drive
Anyone desiring to be heard with reference to this matter may 17)
he heard at this meeting.
(Bulletin: June 17, 1982)
Donald F. Pauley
Clerk -Administrator
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2401 111ghway #10
Mounds View, hlfnnesota 55472
Proposal
Vacate the partial street right-of-way between Laport Drive and
Arden Avenue returning it to the property owners who purchased
lots from the development from which this property was obtained.
Synopsis
During the development of the property on the eastern border of the
right-of-way in question, this property was set aside for the possi-
ble development of the street as described above. This street would
have been an extension of Fairchild. Property from the lots on the
western boundary was never obtained. Recently a decision was made
by the city to create five additional lots on Arden Avenue which
effectively eliminates the possibility and need for this proposed
street.
Three of the five property owners,
decision, have pWho would be affected by this
etitioned the city to approve this action. The.
reasons for taking this action are:
I, By virtue of the approved development on Arden Avenue,
this street cannot be completed as proposed,
2. In its present state, rile property has been used for:
�• A dumping ground for unwanted trash, leaves, unused
building materials, dead trees, etc.
b. A neighborhood hangout for unsupervised, illegal and
dangerous activities.
We respectFully n::k for yonr favorable action on this proposal.
Jim and Nancy Bremer
2765 Laport Drive
Mounds View, Minnesota 55432
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MEMO TO: City Council
FROM: Director of Public Works/Community Development
DATE: July 15, 1982
SUBJECT; FAIRCHILD AVENUE VACATION
Attached for your review are the following item:; concer.ninq the
Fairchild Avenue vacation:
1) Concept sketch/cul-de-sac layout
2) City Council minutes of February 27, 1978 regarding
Gale Addition
3) Planning Report• regarding Gale Addition
9) Sewer/water as -built sketch
5) Plat map
Please refer to the concept sketch drawing. Staff recommends
vacating the north 210 feet of the existing 30 foot easement
between Laport Drive and Ardan Avenue but also retain the west 10
feet as a drainage and utility easement with a walkway over this
10 foot area. The cul-de-sac would be provided to create access
to the rear of 0205 and 8227 Groveland Road. Connections to both
water and sanitary sewer mains could occur at Laport Drive and
Fairchild and is feasible.
The issue at the present time is the street right-of-way vacation.
Should the two lots choose to subdivide in the future, access to
these lots could be achieved via the proposed cul-de-sac.
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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
MSP (7iebarLh-Rowlcy) to•approve the consent agenda as follows:
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ITEM A. Receive Lhe Engineer's feasibility report. on Project 1978-4,
sanitary sewer, water main and s•L•reet construction for
Mounds Vicw Industrial Park No. 2.
ITEM B. Receive the January, 1978, activity reports of the police,
legal, fare, and nuisance abet Leman t• departments.
ITEM C. Approve the February 27, 1978, hills for payment.
ITEM D. Approve the following license:
MASONRY - expires 6/30/78
Barry Bjugstad - new
1182-Rockstone Court
New Brighton, MN 55112
ITEM L. Receive and accept Mayor. Pickar's recommendation for the
following appointments to citizen adv.icory commissions:
Park a Recrcalion Commission
Jerry Linke 2319 Knoll Drive thru 1978
Gordon Kuluvar 7815 Gloria Circle thru 1980
Lakeside Park. Commission
L.trb Stone 2609 Woodale Drive thru 1979
Donna B x•iman 8046 Long Lake Road thru 1980
Acting Mayor Baumgartner closed the regular meeting and opened the
public hearing.
su + DE 0 - PRELIMINARY PLAT OF FIVE 110MESITES
Ken Sjodin, a representative of the owner of the property presented
the plat of the proposed dev(-.lnnment and stated that there is presently
one home located on the property, which they would like to divide into
five lots. fie stated that Staff has recommended a 30' easement for 1
the proposed extension of Fairchild Avenue. Mr. Sjodin added that
Official Rose had looked at the plat and approved it.
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February 27, 1978
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Councilmember Rowley questioned if the owner of: the property was
concerned with getting the most lots possible out of the subdivision.
Mr. Sjodin replied that the owner wished to keep the plat as it
was, with five lots.
Administrator Achen recommended that the Council decide if Fairchild
Avenue should be extended to the south, to decide if the 30' easement
was required.
Acting Mayor Baumgartner asked if a petition had been presented for
the street. Administrator Achen replied that one had not been received,
and that it would require 35 percent of the property owners requesting
it before a public hearing would be set.
Mr. Werner stated that while he approved of the plat, he did not feel
the street would be asthetically pleasing.
Engineer Hubbard reported that if the street were put in, only two
lots could be assessed, which would amount to approximately a $14,000
assessment per lot for the street only, or about $33,000 total for
both lots for the street, sewer and water.
Mr. Sjodin stated that at approximately $16,500 per lot, the assess-
ments would exceed the actual value of the property. He stated that
lie would be willing to give the easement if it was necessary but that
he would prefer not giving it if the street was not going to be put it
` Acting Mayor Baumgartner stated that the 30' easement on the east
side of the property line would also have to be vacated if the street
/` was not put in.
Councilmember Ziebarth asked if any easement would be required for a
walkway to the park. En ineer Hubbard re lied that a 3 nie 5
should be ade uat t...
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MSP (Baumgartner -Rowley) to approve the subdivision request of Ray
Gale at 8227 Groveland Road as presented on the proposed plat
dated February 1978, MjU za, 30 ,ease e:, 2 ay
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Acting Mayor Baumgartner closed the public hearing and reopened the
regular meeting.
CT 1970-1 STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS - PENDING DEVELOPMENT Pr
Administrator Achen reported that project 1978-1 provides storm sewer
trunk capacity for future development but until the Council acts on
�. the project, developers do not know whether they can handle drainage
needs by simply connecting to the 1978-1 system, and recommended that:
all pending development proposals for which a development agreement
CASE: 40-77, Item 4 on Planninq Commission Agenda, 12/1.4/77
ITEM: Major Subdivision (two lofts into five)
APPLICANT: Rav Gale
LOCATION: 8227 Groveland Road
Legal: The•N 1/2 of. Lot G7 and the N 1/2 of the
S 1/2 of Lot 67, Auditors Subdivision No. 89
SUMMARY OF REQUEST
Applicant owns all of subject parcel, which measures 453.2' fronting
Arden Avenue and 243.5' fronting Groveland Road. Applicant
requests to subdivide the two lots, creating four which would
front Ardan Avenue (all 113.3' wide and 140.5' deep) and one
lot fronting Groveland Road (103' wide and 453.2' deep).
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
1. Previous subdivision east of this parcel has provided 30'
easement for the extension of Fairchild Avenue, north of
LaPort Drive to Ardan Avenue. Applicant should be required
to dedicate the east• 30' of Lot 67 for Fairchild Avenue.
only one additional 115' x 30' strip easement from 8205
Groveland Road would be necessary for the required easements
for the extension of Fairchild Avenue.
2. No sewer or water services are available on Ardan Avenue
between Groveland Road and Fairchild Avenue. Applicant should
be required to petition for services, grant any additional
easement necessary and waive the right of public hearing if
he wishes to expedite matters or he can install the services
himself, under City requirements and inspection.
3. An additional lot could be created which would front on
proposed Fairchild Avenue. This would require the relocation
of the applicant's garage and oversized accessory building.
4. Construction of proposed Fairchild Avenue would also minimally
provide one additional lot from 8205 Groveland fronting
Fairchild.
5. Applicant's existing driveway is located on Lots 1, 2 and 3.
Drive will have to be relocated.
6. Applicant's plat request meets frontage and size requirements.
An additional lot could be created.
7. See Sketch A, which creates one additional lot with a revision
of the applicant's original preliminary plat. This allows an
additional lot subdivision by the property owner to the south.
All lots conform to code requirements and allow the extension
i of Fairchild. Services could be provided for the Fairchild
.., lot at the same time as the installation of the Ardan services.
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8. ;See Sketch B, which maximizes the use of the applicants 1
property and the property adjacent to the south. Note
that one additional lot is created but that it takes a
combination of the neighbors Properties, but provides better
distribution of assessment costs.
9. Development Agreement will be necessary for the development:
and approval of the plat.
10. Additional utility and drainage casements are necessary
generally along the south 5' of Lots 1-4 and the north 5'
of Lot 5 depending on the final plat.
11. Existing Fairchild easements should be vacated should the
extension of Fairchild south of Ardan be disapproved.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Deny preliminary plat as proposed. Recommend the plat- be revised
according to Sketch D with the joint platting of 8227 and 8205
Groveland to create nine lots. Staff feels that Fairchild Avenue
should be extended south at this point in time to maximize the land
use of this area and to equitably apportion the cost of the
improvement. It will be less expensive to do it now at today's
costs than at the predicted cost five to ten years from now.
Options
1. Recommend approval of Preliminary Plat as submitted (without
the extension of Fairchild south).
2. Recommend Preliminary Plat with revisions of granting a 30'
Fairchild road easement and the creation of a sixth lot
(Sketch A).
3. Recommend Preliminary Plat to be drawn up to allow the
future if not immediate platting according to Sketch D.
Note that Options 2 & 3 necessitate the extension of Fairchild
south of Ardan to LaPort Drive while Option 1 does not.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
MSP (Foss-Mackoben) to approve the major subdivision request for the
Ray Gale property at 8243 Groveland Road with the following changes
on the lot sizes, that lots 1, 2 and 3 be 1005.8'yide bysJ,4Q,. ' deep,
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east Gnu BY„w,decby_190;5 deep, ryiiEta.a 130.!,i,roadeasemen. on
IIQ-, a,�� +vL J ue 1V7'-W10e""Dy 453.2' deep, lwithr?a/ on the east lot line. The developer would be l.dg8'1're �
platting of the property, and development gthe mnew Prelimient with nary tplat lwould haveor to toJ meet with the approval of. Staff before going on to the City Council.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
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Since. the Planninq Comm fission has reviewed this preliminary plat,
staff has been contacted by the home owner to the south
(0205 Grovelauti), who plans to subdivido his property in the
near future. With this in mind, Sketch B is more feasible in
content and makes the Fairchild extension more necessary. This
improvement will hopefully stimulate Sketch B's maximized use
of the properL7 involved. Engineer Rnbbard will present the
improvement costs for the various options.
Options:
1. Approve 5 lot preliminary plat revision as recommended
by the Planning Commission, with 30' road easement
taken for the extension of Fairchild Avenue south from
Ardan Avenue.
2. Approve five lots as presented by applicant without
30' road easement for Fairchild Avenue.
3. Table and set additional hearing for public input
concerning the extension of Fairchild Avenue.
2��2/27/70
MSP (Baumgartner -Rowley) to approve the subdivision request of
Ray Gale at 0227 Grovelan on the proposed plat
dated February 1970, Edit
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1 nay
SUMMARY OF REQUEST 6/14/78
City Council approved the major subdivision without the extension
of Fairchild Avenue south of Ardan Avenue. The applicant hereby
requests that he be granted five buildable lots along Ardan Avenue,
rather than the four he was originally granted,
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
1. All lots meet minimum requirements as presented in the final
plat of six lots.
2. This drainage district in the City is experiencing drainage
problems due to the inadequate facilities in that area. The
City Engineer is presently working on the solution and
reco:mnends that final approval not be granted until a temporary
or permanent improvement of the drainage system is made. .
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We the undersigned, being residents and taxpayers in the Clty of Mounds
View, support a decision by the Mounds View City Council to, within one
calendar year, either vacate or have developed, the partial street
right of way between Arden Avenue and Lal'ort Drive, which if developed,
would be known as Fairchild. This property has remained in its present
neglected and undeveloped state for well over ten years. It is a
neighbor dumping ground, eyesore and harbors unsupervised, dangerous
and illegal activity.
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MLMO TO: Mayor and City Council
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FROM: Clerk -Administrator.
DATE: August 1, 1983
SUBJECT: FAIRCHILD AVENUE RIGHT -OP -WAY
Attached please find a copy of Resolution No. 1469 adopted by the
Mounds View City Council on August• 9, 1982, regarding the vacation
of a portion of the Fairchild Avenue right-of-way between Laport
Drive and Ardan Avenue. You will note under Provision 2 that the
resolution provided that• within one year following the date of
the adoption of the resolution the Council would consider the
paving, curb and gutter, storm drainage, watermain, and sanitary
sewer systems for the portion of Fairchild Avenue cul-de-sac lying
north of Laport Drive.
Pursuant to the provisions of this resolution, I am placing this
item before you for your consideration and direction to staff as
to your desires with respect to this matter.
During the past year no action has been taken by any of the involved
parties who objected to the initial vacation as it was their desire
to subdivide their large lots and any vacation would prohibit such
action on their part. Also, as you will recall., we have received
several objections from residents in the area with respect to the
maintenance of that area by the property owner and the use of
the remaining portion of right-of-way by children as a BMX track.
Staff would request Council direction in this matter should you
desire to pursue this issue at this time.
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Attachment
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RESOLUTION 110. 1469
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MTNNESOTA
RESOLUTION VACATING FAIRCHILD AVENUE•' RIGHT-OF-WAY
BETWEEN LAPORT DRIVE AND ARDAN AVENUE
WHEREAS, the City leas existing 30 feet of street
right• -of -way; named Fairchild Avenue, between Laport Drive and
Ardan Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the City has received a petition from the
required number of property owners to vacate this portion of
right-of-way; and
WHEREAS, there are presently large subdividable parcels
of land which abut this existing 30 feet of right-of-way; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that future
access be available to these subdividable lots; and
WHEREAS, access to these parcels can occur from existing
Laport Drive via a cul-de-sac type roadway; and
WHEREAS, the City has deemed that 60 feet is the minimum
street right-of-way width; and
WHEREAS, the City Council chooses to provide the owners
of the subdividable parcels reasonable time to convey the
necessary easements and installation of streets and utilities
for the cul-de-sac;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View
City Council approves the vacation of the north 210 feet of the
existing 30 feet• of right-of-way, legal description as follows:
The north 210 feet of that portion of street right-
of-way westerly of Lot 6, Block 2, Degardner Addition
and also west of Lot 5, Block 1, Mid -States Estates,
all in Section 6, Township 30, Range 23 in the City
of Mounds View, Ramsey County
with the following conditions:
1) The west portion of the right-of-way ("area to be
dedicated" on attached map) be dedicated at the
present time* for future street purposes.
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2) That within one year following the date of the
adoption of this resolution, the Council will
consider the paving, curb and gutter, storm
drainage, watermain and sanitary sewer systems
for the portion of Fairchild Avenue cul-de-sac
lying northerly of Laport Drive.
DE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City will retain the
westerly 10 feet of the north 210 feet of this vacated area for
drainage and utility purposes.
Adopted this 9t-h day of August, 1982.
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Ms. Debra Yost
8205 Groveland Road
Minneapolis, MN 55432
Mr. Roy Gale
8227 Groveland Road
Minneapolis, MN 55432
Dear Ms. Yost and Mr. Gale:
As you may recall, the Mounds City Council adopted Resolution
No. 1469, copy attached, on the 19th day of August, 1982
regarding the vacation of a portion of the Fairchild Avenue
Right -of -Way between Laport Drive and Ardan Avenue. The
Council, at that time, determined that it would be inappro-
priate to vacate the entire right-of-way as it was your
stated desire to subdivide the rear one-half of your lots
in the future and access to this area off of the right-of-way
would be necessary in order for such a subdivision to occur.
The Council, at that time, indicated that they would,within
one year following the date of the adoption of the resolution,
consider the paving, curb and gutter, storm drainage, watermain,
and sanitary sewer systems for the portion of the Fairchild
Avenue Right -of -Way which was not vacated. As the City has not
been made aware of any plans on your part to pursue the subdivi-
sion of this land, the Council has requested that I contact you
to determine what intentions you might have regarding the
subdivision and development of these lots.
Also the Council has indicated concern regarding your apparent
lack of maintenance of that portion of your land abutting the
Fairchild Avenue Right -of -Way through regular mowing and removal
of discarded or unneeded items. We would request that you main-
tain this area of your property as we have received several
complaints from abutting property owners that it has become
unsightly and attractive to children in the neighborhood which
has created a hardship on these individuals.
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It would be appreciated if you would advise the undersigned, at
your earliest convenience, of your intentions with respect to
the subdivision and development of your land and what efforts
will be made on your part to maintain your property as requested.
Sincerely,
DonaIU. Pauley
Clerk-Administra
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Enclosure
October 17, 1983 h "1q`
Mayor Duane McCarty tl 0
8O60 Long Lake
Mounds View, Minnesota 55432
Dear Mayor McCarty:
During the past three years, we have made various attempts to work
with the City of Mounds View to resolve a problem caused by a par-
cel of unused City property. This land is located adjacent to
our residence and is unmaintained and unsupervised. At this point,
we have little, if any, influence over its appearance or usage.
It violates our rights as residents and property owners. It is
a neighborhood eyesore and has become a public nuisance.
After pursuing this matter and exploring various alternatives,
we were reasonably confident a solution was found following our
meeting with the City Council 15 months ago. It was our under-
standing the City would wait one more year to allow plans or de-
velopment to occur and if not the property would be vacated. After
enduring this unfortunate situation for another year, we are now
dismayed to learn the issue is once again unresolved. As adjacent
property owners, we plan to step up our efforts to make certain
this issue is properly resolved.
For those of you who may be unfamiliar with this situation, this
letter will attempt to give you some background information and
particulars. The City property in question is what remains of
half of a street right-of-way, which was set aside approximately
15 years ago for a possible street development. If constructed,
this street would have continued Fairchild Avenue between Laport
Drive and Arden Avenue. The set -aside occurred when the resi-
dential area was being developed. The property owned by us borders
the City property on the east side. The property which borders
the City property on the west is owned by two other parties who
have expressed opposition to our petition (presented last year)
which proposed vacating this property. They contend their lots
(which are rather deep) have developmental value and could be accessed
with a'street or cul-de-sac. There is debate as to whether or
not this would be economically feasible.
We contend these property owners have had over a decade to develop
this property. In the meantime, this unused parcel of City property
has become a "hang-out" for juveniles of all ages. It attracts
those from far outside our neighborhood at all hours of the day
and evening. It has become a construction area for those who decide
to make forts, ramps, or a dirt bike track. Three times during
the past year the City has had to come in and "level" the area.
There have been fights and injuries; one which put a neighborhood
earl in a neck brace.
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Mayor Duane McCarty
October 17, 1983
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Initially, we were not opposed to an outlet for youthful energy.
It seemed to have the potential for constructive fun and recrea-
tion. Unfortunately, the negatives now far outweigh the benefits,
and we are continually confronted with foul language, verbal abuse,
fighting, trespassing and some destruction of our property. While
we take the brunt of this activity, because of our proximity to
the property, our neighbors are also fed up with it.
This past year, we have had tools stolen out of our fenced in back
yard and have had bottles smashed on uur driveway, We have been
subject to motorized vehicles running through this property in
the wee hours of the morning, and have had juveniles over our fences
and window peeking in the back yard. The City Council is not going
to convince us that the solution is to do nothing.
As members of the City Council, you are invited to make individual
or group inspection of this area. We plan to be in touch with
you individually and as a Council to make certain this problem
get resolved.
S cerely,f
im and Nancy Bremer
2765 Laport Drive
Mounds View, Minnesota 55432
Telephone: 786-6608
cc: Don Pauley
Jerry Linke
Sue Haukner
Willard Doty
Phyllis Blanchard
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MEMO To: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Clerk-Administratp11 ;
DATE: November 1, 1983
SUBJECT: ENERGY COUNCIL
As you may recall, Paul Wellstone, Director of the Governor's
Community Energy Program, presented a proposal to you at your
October loth Council meeting for participation in the Governor's
Community Energy Program which would include the formation
of an Energy Council in the City of Mounds View and establishment
of various programs related to energy conservation.
Attached please find correspondence received by this office from
Mr. Wellstone on October 31st outlining work performed by himself
and his staff after the October loth meeting, and requesting the
City organize an Energy Council and undertake this program.
After the October loth Council meeting, I met with Mr. Wellstone
and his staff and discussed what types of programs could be under-
taken in the City of Mounds View and the commitments that the City
would need to make in order to accomplish a successful program.
It was my general observation that the type of effort that they
were proposing would entail the dedication of an individual staff
member on at least a half-time basis to accomplish all of the leg
work and organizational work that would be necessary once the
Energy Council was appointed. During our discussions various types
of funding were reviewed for such a position, including the State
MEED Program, as mentioned in his memo, and the possibility of
joining with the City of Blaine, who has also been asked to parti-
cipate in providing for a full-time position in order that an
experienced and qualified individual in the field of energy
conservation could be hired.
Staff would request Council direction as to your desires for the
formation of an Energy Council and authorization to discuss with
the City Manager of the City of Blaine the possibility of coordinating
staffing efforts to see if both cities could obtain a half-time
position through the MEED Program, thus, not further encumbering
our existing staff and providing an individual who could concentrate
their full efforts on energy conservation in each of the cities.
It should be understood that the MEED Program is funded for a one
year period and after that other funding would need to be obtained,
the cities would need to fund the position out of their existing
revenues, or the staff position could be eliminated with the program
continuing on a significantly reduced basis. Your direction in this
matter would be appreciated.
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Attachment
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DEPARTMENT DEED- Energy Division
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TO: Dun Pauley, City Manager
Duane McCarty, Mayor
Phyllis Blanchard, City Council
STATE Or MINNESOTA
0 f f ice Memorandum
F,illard Doty, City DATE: 10/25/83
Council
Sue Hankner, City Council
\ Jerry Linke, City Council
FROM: Paul Wellstone, Director, PHONE: 297-2652
Governor's Energy Program
Janice Thompson, Department of Energy / 296-8900
and Economic Development `�
SUBJECT:
Energy Council in Mounds View
The purpose of this memo is threefold. We want to let you know who we
talked to in Mounds View. We also want to submit suggestions for Energy Council
members that we received. Finally, we want you to know of the ideas for projects
that the Energy Council would take on that came up during our meetings with people
in Mounds View and clarify what resources are available to the Energy Council from
the Department of Energy and Economic Development to carry out these possible
projects.
lie talked to the following people about the Governor's Community Energy Program
and forming an Energy Council in Mounds View. People were interested and enthusiastic
and wanted to know about Energy Council activities.
Ed Letendre, Jaycees
Jim Gable, Lions Club
Nick Temali, Director, Edgewood Community Center
Joan Valley, Senior Coordinator, Edgewood Community Center
Paul Donley, Community Education
Jim Isaacson, First State Bank of New Brighton, mounds View Office
Sunrise Seniors
Jack Jacobson, NSP Lakeland Division
The following names were suggested as potential Energy Council Members:
Betty Skelly
Bob Schmidt
Carol Bnmgartner
Jim Perron
Reuben Achterkirch
The following project ideas came up during our conversations:
1. Promote energy audits and completion of weatherization, insulation and other
conservation measures. In addition to any further promotion of the MECS(Minnesota
Energy Conservation Service) audits there was considerable interest in helping
people actually carry out conservation improvements. More specific project
ideas include:
a) More promotion of the RECS audit to supplement city efforts that have
already taken place. one option would be a door knocking campaign. We
met with Ed Letondre of the Jaycees and spoke to Jim Gable of the Lions
Club on the phone and received general indications of interest in the
Governor's Community Energy Program and an Mounds View Energy Council.
These groups would be likely candidates to ask for door ':pocking assistance.
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^ Paul wellstone
Janice Thompson
October 25, 1983
Page 2
b) Work with Edgewood Community Center to better promote the weatherization
workshops held at the center.
c) wlark with Edgewood Community Center to find a tuition subsidy for low-income
people who want to take weatherization classes. Possible resources may be
NSP and Ramsey Action Program.
d) Use Edgewood Community Center's Cable TV studio to air video tapes on
making energy improvements. A four part series on how to make energy
home improvements will be available from the Department of Energy and
Economic Development in the fall of 1984.
e) Tie energy improvements more closely to home remodeling. Contact local
AVTI's about their class content. Edgewood Community Center may also be
interested in this.
f) Get names of Mounds View residents who have had audits completed from NSP
and distribute follow-up information.. (This may be difficult; we learned
that NSP considers these names private information.) The Jaycees or Lions
Club could be asked to help with door-to-door distribution. Follow up
information could come from the Department of Energy and Economic Develop-
ment or perhaps from NSP. NSP may be willing to do a follow-up mailing to
those who have received audits which would mean they wouldn't have to
release names.
g) Check with any local hardware stores or lumber yards about giving energy
workshops. Another idea would be for local stores to give a discountocksho
on
energy conservation purchases to people who have attended an energy p
and received a discount coupon.
h) Check with NSP on their willingness to provide kits of weatherization
materials to people who attend an energy workshop.
2. Energy efficient commercial development. Several people mentioned that most of
the development in ?rounds View in the near future will be commercial. The Energy
Council could work with city staff and developers to facilitate the
construc-
tion of energy efficient commercial buildings. Some important energy efficient
characteristics of commercial buildings include natural lighting, extra levels
of insulation, reflective glass, computer control energy management and other
types of controls of INAC systems. Technical information on these characteristics
is available from the Department of Energy and Economic Development. The Minnesota
Chapter of the American Society of Architects could be another information resource.
Financial assistance for energy efficient commercial development will be available
from the Minnesota Energy and Economic Development Authority. (The Authority
is described in the Governor's Community Energy Packet.) The need for financial
incentives to increase the energy efficiency of commercial buildings could
become a lobbying issue that the Energy Council could pursue with the Governor.
3. Energy staff person for the Energy Council. Many people expressed interest in
having one person that they could call for impartial energy information. Don
Pauley indicated that only a half time energy position would seem necessary in
Mounds View. There are two options for staff assistance. The first option
is the state jobs program, HEED, (Minnesota Emergency Employment Development)
which is available now. Arranging for a job sharing arrangement with-n^__h_tr
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Paul Wellstone
Janice Thompson
October 25, 1983
Page 3
community is an option but the details need to be worked out with the local
DEED administrators or administrators if the two communities are in different
districts. Attached is a flyer on the HEED program. The second option is that
a state proposal to provide money for staff assistance to communities partici-
pating in the Governor's Community Energy Program is nearing approval. We will
keep you informed on this second option. We can also assist, as necessary,
with your negotiations with the local administrator of the HEED program.
We look forward to working with you on Energy Council activities in Mounds View.
As was mentioned at the City Council meeting, we can provide assistance to the Energy
Council on planning and setting priorities.
The Energy Council will also be invited to conference in mid -December on community/
utility partnerships and other topics of interest. Energy Council members can meet
with utility representatives about their plans to comply with the PUCIP (Public
Utility Conservation Investment Program) legislation. Members of Energy Councils
from the 16 pilot communities participating in the Governor's Community Energy
Program will also get a chance to meet togather.
MEMO To:
FROM:
Mayor and City Council �
Clerk -Administrator i�
DATE: November 1, 1983
SUBJECT: NORTH SUBURBAN CABLE COMMUNICATION COMMISSION BUDGET
As you may recall, at the September 12th Agenda Session you received
material from the North Suburban Cable Communication Commission
regarding their 1984 Budget and a request for contribution for the
fourth quarter of 1983. The Commission requested a contribution in
the amount of $2,587.50 for the fourth quarter of 1983 and total 1984
contributions in the amount of $10,350.00 to be reimbursed by Group W
as part of the franchise agreement.
At that time it was requested that staff contact the attorney for the
North Suburban Cable Communication Commission to determine what would
occur should the City make these contributions and the franchise fees
not be adequate to support the amount of our contribution. Attached
please find correspondence received by Commission Attorney,
Thomas Creighton, advising that should franchise fees not be suffi-
cient to cover contributions by the member cities of the North
Suburban Cable Communication Commission that the following year's
franchise fee payments would be reduced to reflect any excess advances.
In other words, the City would not be expected to refund any advance-
ments in franchise fee payments made by Group W.
RECOMMENDATION: Based on this information staff would again recommend
that the Council authorize the submittal of payment in the amount of
$2,587.50 to the North Suburban Cable Communication Commission for the
fourth quarter of 1983 with monies coming out of the City's contingency
account in the 1983 Budget, and payment of the 1984 contribution in the
amount of $10,350.00 to be paid from the contingency account of the 1984
Budget with said payment not being made prior to January 1, 1984.
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Attachment
I AW Or ICES
STERN, LEVINE, SCHWARTZ, LIFSON, CREIGHTON & BUNIN
SAMUELL STERN
ROBERT M. LEVINE
MICHAEL 0. SCHWARTZ
SCOTT A. LIFSON
THOMAS 0. CREIGHTON
RICHARD 0 BUNIN
JOHN F. WAGNER
BRIAN F. COREY
Mr. Donald F. Paulev
Clerk -Administrator
City of Mounds View
2401 Highway 10
rbunds View, M SS112
A PII6r9§AloxA1 A55004T10H
5005 SOUTH CEDAR LAKE ROAD
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55416
16121377.8620
October 27, 1983
Re; North Suburban Cable Communications Commission Budget
Dear Ibn:
'[hank you for your patience in my response to your letter regarding the advance
on the Franchise fees for the support of the North Suburban Cable Communications
Commission. This letter is to confirm what we discussed on the phone. Your
assLunption is correct that in the event the Franchise fees are not adequate to
cover the contribution of the member cities to the North Suburban Cable
fromnmications r'mission, Group W would reduce the 1985 Franchise fee payments
to reflect the excess advances made in 1984.
l,rt me emphasize, that the Commission will not interpret Mounds View's delay on
this matter to be a withdrawal from the joint powers commission. The Commission
was at least a month late in getting its 1984 budget to the member cities, and
is obviously not anticipating any efforts to require the withdrawal of member
cities.
then the city of Mb nds View has adequately reviewed the budget, please forward
your payment for the remainder of 1983 to ion Tarnowski at the address pre-
viously supplied you. The payments for the 1984 budget will not be due until
January of 1984.
Again, thank you for your patience in this response, I apologize for the mis-
placement of your previous letter. If you have any questions, please feel free
to contact me.
Sincerely
9bomas D. Creiphton, fo
$I'FRN j FUTNF.; SCHWAR ..
LIF", CREIGHMN 6 BUNIN, P.A.
TDC/man
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cc: Thomas Curley, Chair
North Suburban Cable r.cnmunicitions Corir-i-
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MEMO TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Clerk -Administrator
DATE: October 26, 1983
SUBJECT: CABLE TV LEGISLATION
Attached to this memorandum please find a bulletin from the League
of Minnesota Cities regarding the Cable Telecommunications Act of
1983. It is pointed out in this memorandum that this legislation
would be damaging to cable communications franchising and is contrary
to League policy for the following reasons:
1. The Act prohibits local governments from regulating cable tele-
vision rates.
2. Presumption that franchise will be renewed with existing company.
3. Abrogation of contract provisions covering facilities, equipment,
and cable services.
4. No grandfather clause for existing franchise.
As it has been the past practice of the City Council on issues of this
nature to request that the North Suburban Cable Commission, on behalf
of the City of Mounds View and the nine other member municipalities,
to take a formal stance on the issue and advise our Federal legislators
of such a position, staff would recommend that we do the same in this
case.
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Attachment
league of minnesota cities
October 19, 1983
TO: Mayors, Managers, and Clerks
From: Don Slater, Executive Director
Cathy Quiggle, Research Assistant
RE: Cable Legislation
Attached is a summary of HR 4103, the Cable Telecommunications Act of 1983,
introduced October 6 by Rep. Tim Wirth, Chairman of the House
Telecommunications Subcommittee. The bill is contrary to the League policy
which provides for local control of cable television. The major problems with
the bill are that it:
--Prohibits local governments from regulating
basic cable television rates, unless the
community has less than four television
stations;
--Provides for a presumption and expectancy of
renewal of cable television franchises, with
a de novo court review should local government
try to award franchise to a competitor of the
existing company;
--Permits the abrogation of contract provisions
covering facilities and equipment and cable
services; and
--Fail to completely grandfather existing franchisee.
The House is expected to hold hearings on this bill in late October. The
cable industry is lobbying intensely in favor of this bill, thus it is crucial
for concerned city officials to contact congressional representatives and
express strong opposition to the bill. You may also want to request an
opportunity to testify against the bill and thereby delay action. In any
case, House members need to hear the views of city officials right away.
For more information contact Cathy Quiggle at the League office;
(612) 227-5600. 4
'1 Ei3 un vo-rr ,it y uvenu r n:;L. 5t.• P xil, inesota 55101 [612) 227-5600
N.R. 4103 allows the FCC to establish different regulations when systems
have Lit least 36 channels and 70 percent of the households are subscribers.
Franchise fees. As in the Senate bill, franchise fees could not exceed
five percent of gross revenues. Franchise fees include assessments and taxes
but do not include taxes of general applicability and franchise enforcement
requirements such as bond, penalties, and liquidated damages.
Services. The bill grandfathers service requirements in existing
franchises. The operator could remove a particular service if a significant
change in circumstances occurred. Whether such removal was justified would be
settled through litigation. The cable operator would not need to replace the
service with a similar service.
Facilities. A city could require certain cable system facilities (channel
capacity) and access -related facilities (studios). After negotiating with the
city, an operator could remove such facilities if a significant change in
circumstances occurred. The city and the operator would submit any unresolved
disputes to binding arbitration.
Municipal ownership. When a franchise expires, a city could buy a cable
system for fair market value, resolving price disputes through binding
arbitration. The bill does not set a minimum price when a franchise is
terminated for cause, however the operator would be entitled to de novo court
review of the basis for termination. The bill requires an independent board or
management company to make programming decisions for a municipally owned
system. No elected or appointed official could serve on the board.
Industrial Development Bonds
In an effort to raise tax revenues, House Ways and Means Committee
Chairman Dan Rostenkowski proposed (with administration support) a state by
state volume cap on the issuance of all private -purpose industrial development
bonds. The plan would cut IDB volume in half by limiting private -purpose IDBs
to $100 per capita. This cap would not apply to mortgage revenue bonds.
Some tax committee members support this proposal because it does not
restrict particular types of projects, rather it restricts the volume, leaving
controversial decisions on appropriate uses of IDBs with the state
legislatures.
The main provisions of the proposal include limiting private -purpose IDBs
to $100 per capita. State and city issuers would split this volume cap based
on 1983 experience. Thus, governmental units that issued large amounts of IDBs
in 1983 would get a larger portion of the volume cap than those with
relatively small issuances. Some interpret the bill as authorizing the state
legislatures to change these allocations, but this authority is not clear.
Governmental units could transfer all or a portion of their allocation. In
1983 Minnesota has already used 182 percent of its proposed 1984 cap. If
passed, this proposal would result in a significant reduction of projects.
Rep. Pickle is opposed to restricting IDBs solely on the basis of
population. Instead he supports allocations based on economic distress or need
for economic development. In response to the volume cap proposal, Pickle has
over
H.R. 4103 allows the FCC to establish different regulations when systems
have at least 36 channels and 70 percent of the households are subscribers.
Franchise fees. As in the Senate bill, franchise fees could not exceed
five percent of gross revenues. Franchise fees include assessments and taxes
but do not include taxes of general applicability and franchise enforcement
requirements such as bond, penalties, and liquidated damages.
Services. The bill grandfathers service requirements in existing
franchises. The operator could remove a particular service if a significant
change in circumstances occurred. Whether such removal was justified would be
settled through litigation. The cable operator would not need to replace the
service with a similar service.
Facilities. A city could require certain cable system facilities (channel
capacity) and access —related facilities (studios). After negotiating with the
city, an operator could remove such facilities if a significant change in
circumstances occurred. The city and the operator would submit any unresolved
disputes to binding arbitration.
Municipal ownership. When a franchise expires, a city could buy a cable
system for fair market value, resolving price disputes through binding
arbitration. The bill does not set a minimum price when a franchise is
terminated for cause, however the operator would be entitled to de novo court
review of the basis for termination. The bill requires an independent board or
management company to make programming decisions for a municipally owned
system. No elected or appointed official.could serve on the board.
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MEMO TO: Mayor and City Council,, -
FROM: Clerk-Adminstratof
DATE: October 13, 1983 1 \
SUBJECT: RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT BOARD OF MANAGERS
Attached please find two items received by the Minnesota Water
Resources Board regarding the Rice Creek Watershed District
Board of Managers. The first item is a findings of fact,
conclusions of law, and order stipulating that the number of
Managers of the Rice Creek Watershed District remain at five
as was determined after a hearing on the 19th of September and
described in my Administrative Newsletter of October 10, 1983.
The second item is a notice from the Minnesota Water Resources
Board indicating that Chapter 509 provides that cities and towns
having territory within the Rice Creek Watershed District may
submit the names of at least three qualified nominees to the County
Board no less than sixty days in advance of the expiration date
of the term of office of a District Manager. From this list
of qualified nominees, Ramsey County must appoint one of these
individuals to fill the vacancy. Please note on this notice
/— that Lloyd Scott's term of office will expire on January 17, 1984
and it would appear to be wise for the City of Mounds View to
determine if Lloyd wishes to remain on the Board and,if not, to
submit a list of three qualified nominees to fill the vacancy in
order to attempt to insure that the City of Mounds View maintains
representation on the Board of Managers for Rice Creek Watershed
District.
Staff would request direction in this matter.
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Attachments
Minnesota Water Resources Board
555 Wabasha Street6
Room 206 ;� O� 110 f0 N
St. Paul, Minnesota :r
55102 CI) % vJJ o�y o
October 7, 1983
o�6Ar�,.a9?J�
TO: Local Governmental Units having Territory in the
Rice Creek Watershed District
On September 19, 1983 the Water Resources Board (Board) decided not
to increase the number of managers of the Rice Creek Watershed District. A copy
of the Board's decision is enclosed.
The Board would like to point out again the changes Chapter 509, Laws of
1982 made in the process of appointing managers to metropolitan watershed districts.
.... 1, rj.t�,''li�\SJIn:r11•}.
Ilf the -cities and towns having.`,tcrritory Writhin the Rice Creek•Wate:drshed'DlsiricII
lsubmif-the.'narties:of.at:least.three;qualified:nom nees;to the cotinty bg-rd al ea`sAt
' - --, FF .,ny SY lr - rl sit rff. a'Jcy,'?i�
sixty days -in advance of th" e"xpiration date of t ie term of bffice.of aidistiict.managet�
the: county mustippoint one.ofithose n6mi660 The cities aiid towns};may submit)
Inominees.indi'vidually. Under this new procedure it is important that each affected
city and town participate in the appointment process.
The statutory qualification's for a, watershed district manager are defined at
Minnesota Statutes Section 112.42, Subd. 3. A manager must be a voting resident
of the district. A manager cannot be a public officer of the county, slate, or federal
government. However, a soil and water conservation district supervisor may be
appointed as a manager. Managers serve three-year terms. -
The following persons currently serve on the Rice Creek. Watershed District
board of managers:
Name
Expiration Date of Term
Residence
Appointing County
Diane Harstad
01-17-85
Shoreview
Ramsey
Andrew Cardinal
01-17-86
Hugo
Anoka
Ernest Petrangelo
01-17-84
Fridley
Anoka
toe�1d Scott
t ;_01-17 84 '•.......:
Mounds;View.pAp
Charles King
01-17 86
Mahtomedi
Washington
j
The Board encourages the affected county boards to carefully consider
geographic distribution when making appointments to the Rice Creek Watershed
District. The Board also encourages the affected local governmental units
to participate in the new appointment process by submitting names of qualified
nominees to the counties in accordance with the procedure at 112.42, Subd. 3.
Encis.
—2—
Sincerely,
Mel Sinn
Executive Director
Minnesota Water Resources Board
555 Wabasha Street
Room 206
St. Paul, Minnesota
55102
In the Matter of Restructuring the Board
of Managers of the Rice Creek Watershed
District (M.S. Section 112.42, Subd. 3a)
FINDINGS OF FACT,
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW,
AND ORDER
Section 16 of Chapter 509, Laws of 1982 directed the Water Resources Board
(Board) to restructure the boards of managers of the ten existing watershed districts
located wholly within the metropolitan area. At the time Chapter 509 was enacted,
each of the ten metropolitan watershed districts had a five -member board of
managers, including the Rice Creek Watershed District (District). Restructuring
would allow the Board to increase the size of metropolitan watershed district '
boards up to a maximum of nine managers. Section 16 further directed the Board to
request recommendations from the districts and the affected local governmental
units, and provided that "Additional managers, if any, shall be appointed by the
county designated by the Board, to terms designated by the Board, at the time of
and in the manner provided for the next regular appointment of successors to
managers of the district."
Having requested recommendations from the District and all of the affected
local governmental units: and having fully considered all of the recommendations
received; the Board makes the following FINDINGS OF FACT, CONCLUSIONS OF
LAW, AND ORDER:
FINDINGS OF FACT
I. The District was established by Board Order dated January 18, 1972. The
establishment Order directed that the District would be governed by a five -member
board of managers. The District includes portions of Anoka, Hennepin, Ramsey,
and Washington Counties. The area of the District is roughly 200 square miles
distributed among the counties as follows: Anoka - 76 square miles; Hennepin - less
than 0.1 square mile; Ramsey - 48 square miles; and Washington - 77 square miles.
The establishment Order distributed the power to appoint managers of the District
among the affected counties as follows: Anoka - Two Managers; Ramsey - Two
Managers; and Washington - One Manager.
2. The District affects four counties, twenty-five cities, and six towns; a total of
thirty-five general purpose units of government.
3. On April 12, 1983 the Board mailed letters to the chief official of the District,
the affected county boards, and each city and town having territory within the
District, requesting their recommendations on whether the size of the District's
board of managers should be increased, and if so, the number of managers preferred.
4. On August 12, 1983 the Board reviewed all of the recommendations received.
The District recommended that the size of the board remain at five. The 'town of
While Bear recommended that the Board consider increasing the board from five
to seven managers. The City of Spring Lake Park recommended an increase to
nine managers,
5. On August 12, 1983 the Board decided to conduct a public meeting for the purpose
of affording interested parties an opportunity to provide input on the issue directly
to the Board.
6. On August 17, 1983 the Board mailed Notice to the chief administrator of the
District and of each affected local governmental unit of a public meeting on September
19, 1983 for the purpose of receiving direct input on the issue. The Notice encouraged
written input from those unable to attend the meeting. The Notice also was published
in the State Register and in local newspapers.
7. The Board held a public meeting on the issue on September 19, 1983 beginning at
1:30 p.m. in Conference Room A of the Capitol Square Building, 550 Cedar Street,
St. Paul, Minnesota. Board members present were Duane Ekman, Ronald Stevens,
and Georgia Holmes. Also present were Catharine Haukedahl, Special Assistant
Attorney General, and Mel Sinn, the Board's Executive Director. Board staff
reviewed the written recommendations that had been received. Additional recom-
mendations were received in response to the August 171h Notice from the Cities of
Arden Hills, Falcon Heights, Fridley, Lino Lakes, Mounds View, and Roseville.
Each of these cities recommended no increase in the number of managers for the
District.
8. The following individuals were present at the meeting to provide input on the
issue: Diane liarstad, District manager; Ernest Petrangelo, District manager;
Erling Weiberg, Di"Hct resident; and Fred Sa,lsbur� Public h'nrkc Director of
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till- r-11y o1 Culunlbin Ilelt;hm-„ N... Il.u,slnd nerd Mr. Pelrnngelo explained the District'.'
I'edlleaA for oppoitIII g 11 1111'1;e1, baud, IIicIuding the added expenses, the greater chance
Ihdl the Ilodl'd would bec!Ano uwre pa rot- lilt] l, and that the existing distribution of
ml.uwgera 4111101111 Ihv affected counlieb providea fair geogrnphicnl representation. Mr.
Welilarg presented a polilfun slgned by fifleen III, Anthony residents in opposition to
ally Increase In the Ilunmber of utmaagers. Mr. Solsburli hldlcnted [lint the City of
Columbia II¢IIIIdA would prefer that the number of nuutngers remain at five. Neither
the Clly of Sprinll Lake Park nor the 'Town of While Ilear appeared at the meeting.
9. 'I he recommend.11ions recelvvd by the hoard were overwhelmingly in favor of
keeping the sire of the Dlstricl'a board of managers at five members.
CONCLUSIONS Oil LAW
10. The Board has authority to Increase the number of managers of the District from
five to a maximum of nine undor Minnesota Statutes, Section 112,42, Subd. 3a, but
there are no persuasive reasons aupliorling an Increase,
11. An Increase In the number of mnnngers for the District, at this time, would not
be in the public welfnre and public Interest, nor would it better serve the purposes
for which the District was eslabllehed,
IT 1S'I'llliil1;FOR KORDEREDTHAT
12. The number of managers of the Rice, Creek Watershed District shall remain at
five.
Dated at Saint Paul, Minnesota, this 4th day of October 1983.
MINNESOTA WATER RESOURCES BOARD
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Duane R. Ekman
Chairman
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Donald E. Salvc,da
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Donald Pauley, Clerk -Administrator
Citv of Mounds Vlew
2401 Highway 10
St. Paul, MN 55112
Dear Mr. Pauley:
Board of
Suite 016. Court House. St. Pauf. Minnesota 55102
Phone (612) 298.4145
October 21, 1983
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Minnesota Statutes of 1982, Chapter 112.42, Subdivision 3, (pertinent excerpt
enclosed) provides that County Commissioners must select watershed district
managers from a list of nominees "submitted jointly or severally," by the
municipalities that are wholly or partially in the watershed district to the
county at least sixty days prior to the expiration of the term of office of a
manager. If no list is submitted, the County Board will then proceed to appoint
a manager through its open appointments process.
This letter is a reminder that the term of Lloyd 11. Scott, Sr., presently a
member of the Rice Creek Watershed District Board of Managers, will expire on
January 17, 1984. Mr. Scott is a resident of Mounds View. If the ten affected
municipalities listed below wish to submit a list of nominees for consideration
by the County Board, your joint or separate lists should be sent to me prior
to November 17, 1983. (Mr. Scott's name be submitted as a nominee for reappotnt-
ment). The County Board is then required to act upon an appointment by
December 17, 1983.
Arden Hills Roseville
Falcon Heights St. Anthony
Lauderdale Shoreview
Mounds View White Bear Lake
New Brighton White Bear Town
Please let me know if you have any questions about this appointment process.
yours,
Harry E.Xarshall
Chief C/erk - County Board
cc: Lloyd Scott, Sr.
Michele Timmons
Commissioners Norgard, Orth, Salverda
Ernest Petrangelo, President, Rice Creek W.S.D.
Frank Hurray,Attarney, Rlce Creek W.S.D.
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MINNESOTA STATUTES
1982
CHAPTER 112
WATERSHEDS
112.42 MANAGERS; ORGANIZATION. APPOINTfENT OF SUCCES-
SORS.
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Subd. 3. At least 30 days prior to the expiration of the term of office of the
first managers named by the board. the count commissioners of each of
affected shall meet and proceed to a Dint suacxsors rn the first mans cts If the
nominating petition that inmate t e rstrct ongmam rom a malon y of the
cities within the district or if the district is wholly within the metropolitan area. the
coumy commissioners shall appoint the managers from a list of persons nominated
jointly or severally by the townships and municipalities within the district. The
list shall contain at least three nominees for each positiun to be filled. It shall be
submitted to the affected county board at least 60 days prior to the expiration of
the term of office. If the list is not submitted within 60 days prior to the .
expiration of the term of office the county rmmissioners shall select the mana ers
from eli ible individuals within the district. a county comm issioners s a at
least 30 days before the expiration o t e term of office of any managers meet and
appoint the successors. If the district affects more than one count'. distribution
of the managers among the counties affected shall he as directed by the board.
Ten years after the order of establishment. upon petition of the county board of
commissioners or any county affected by the drstnct. the board after public
hearing thereon. may redistribute the managers among the counties if redistrib-
ution is in accordance with the policy and purposes of this chapter. No petition
for the redistribution of managers shall be filed with the hoard more often than
once in ten years. The term of office of each manager. if the number does not
exceed three, shall be one for a term of one year. one for a term of two years. and
one for a term of three years. If the managers consist of file members. one shall
be for a term or one year, two for a term of two years. and two for a tern of three
years. If the board of managers consists of mnrc than five members. the managers
shall be appointed so that as nearly% as fx+ssihle one-third serve terms of one year.
one-third serve terms of two years. and one-third sere terns of three years. If the
district affects more than line counrc. the hoard shall direct the distribution of the
one. two and three year terms among the affected countirs. Thercafter. the term
of office for each manager shall he for a term of three years. and until his
successor is appointed and qualified. If the dotnct affects more than five
counties. in order to prsyide for the orderly distribution of the managers. the
hoard may determine and idenufv the manager areas within the territun of the
district and srlcct the appointing count hoard of comnussmnar for each mana.
ger's area. Am vacancy occurring in nit office of a manaerr •hall he filled by the
appointing county% hoard of commissioner:. A resood of u ,ill ,ippomnents made
under this suhdisision shall he filed wish the count anditor of each county
affected. with the weremrs of the hoard of nunapers. and with the secrewr% of the •
water resuurccs hoard. No person shall he appointed as a m.utager who is not a
voting resident of the district and none shall he a public officer of the county.
state. or federal government. prmided th,!t a soil and water conservation super'i•
sot rus he 3 manager.
MEMO T0: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Clerk -Administrator -
DATE: October 26, 1983
SUBJECT: METROPOLITAN COUNCIL PROPOSED INTERIM ECONOMIC POLICIES
Attached to this memorandum please find a letter from Metropolitan
Council Chairman Gerald Isaacs regarding a proposal for interim
economic policies which will be considered by the full Council at
a public hearing on the evening of November 16, 1983.
As you may recall, the Council previously was considering economic
policies which drew significant negative comment from communities
in the metropolitan area. This proposal was dropped in favor of
the "new" interim economic policies which are attached to this
memo.
Staff has reviewed these proposed economic policies and finds the
only difference to be the supposed degree of involvement by the
Metropolitan Council in the implementation of the policies, however,
it would still appear to staff that the Metropolitan Council is using
such policies to move towards an operating agency mode by being the
agency responsible for handling certain items, such as, the issuance
of industrial revenue bonds on an as requested basis as provided for
by these interim economic policies. Staff would propose that Council
take the same position on these policies as that taken on the develop-
ment of a Metropolitan Housing Fund and that we agree with the general
planning goals of the policies but object to the apparent effort by
the Metropolitan Council to move towards an operating agency mode.
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Metropolitan Council
300 Metro Square Building
Seventh and Robert Streets
SI. foul, Minnesota 55101
5riephl.,ne (6191 M-6452
01ice cf the Chairman
October 14, 1983
TO: County, Municipal and Township Officials, Business Leaders,
and Other interested Citizens
The Metropolitan Council is proposing to adopt interim economic policies
intended to ensure the Council gives appropriate consideration to economic
needs in its regional planning decisions. The policies are discussed in the
enclosed documents.
These policies build on the Council-s experience in coordinating a wide range
of public and private activities and apply that *experience •.to new areas --
economic development and its financing. The Policies and. implementation
program are scheduled to be adopted on �ri•interim. basis by the Council in early
1984. They would be fully integrated into, the Development•Framework 'chapter of
the Council-s Metropolitan Development Guide in late 1984.
The Council would like your comments and suggestions on this proposed policy
document. Accordingly, the Council will hold a public hearing for•that purpose
on the following date:
Nov. 16, 1983
7 p.m.
Metropolitan Council Chambers
300 Metro Square Bldg.
7th and Robert Streets
St. Paul, Minn.
If you would like to speak at the public hearing, please call Shirlee Smith of
the Council-s Planning Assistance staff at 291-6421. You may submit written
comments on the draft until Dec. 1, 1983. Questions about the proposed
policies should be directed to William Byers of the Council-s Comprehensive
Planning staff at 291-6322.
Enclosed are two documents: a summary of the proposed interim economic
policies and the policy document itself. The proposed policies are based on
recommendations from the Council's staff and from an Economic Technical
Advisory Committee that assisted the Council from 1979 to 1981,
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In addition, two public meetings on these policies were held in late August.
Based on comments made at these meetings, a number of changes have been made in
the document:
1) Policy 0 - the text was clarified to demonstrate the Council does
not intend for this policy to discourage communities from
planning for business development (see paragraph following Policy
0, page 9)•
2) Implementation - a new section has been added to the document
discussing the Small Business Administration (SBA) 503 and
industrial revenue bond (IRB) programs (begins on page 15).
3) Financing Programs - the SBA 503 and IRB program guidelines are
intended to be adopted as a part of the policy document. The
programs will not be implemented immediately, however. They will
be implemented only when enough interest has been generated to
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public hearing process.
We would appreciate hearing from you.
Sincerely, /
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Enclosures
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SUMMARY OF
PROPOSED INTERIM ECONOMIC POLICIES
Oct. 14, 1983
Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities Area
300 Metro Square Building, 7th and Robert Streets
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
Telephone; 612-291-6359
Publication No. 02-83-129A
PURPOSE AND AUTHORITY
This document summarizes interim economic policies the Metropolitan Council is
proposing to include in its Metropolitan Development Framework (MDF), its
regional guided -growth plan. The Council prepared the policies pursuant to its
legislative charge to coordinate planning and development in the Metropolitan
Area. More specifically, they have been prepared under authority of Minn.
Stat., Sec. 473.145, which states:
The Metropolitan Council shall prepare and adopt...a comprehensive
development guide for the Metropolitan Area. It shall consist of a
compilation of policy statements, goals, standards, programs and maps
prescribing guides for an orderly and economic development, public and
private, of the Metropolitan Area. The comprehensive development guide
shall recognize and encompass physical, social or economic needs of the
Metropolitan Area...
The Council has responded to this legislative charge by establishing goals and
policies to guide actions of metropolitan agencies, local governments and
others to promote the orderly and economic development of the Area.
However, the Council's role with respect to the private sector is not well
defined, either in legislation or in adopted Council policy. This document
summarizes proposed goals and policies intended to help the Council make
decisions about projects that affect the economic development of the Area.
Once adopted, the goals and policies will be added to the Council's Development '
Framework. The result will be to bring private sector needs and concerns into
the regional planning process. The Council will use the policies for its
general reviews, for its decisions on the development programs of the
metropolitan agencies and for revisions to its policy plans.
HOW THE COUNCIL APPROACHED THIS TASK
In 1979, the Council's Physical Development Committee adopted the following
objective:
Because the health of the regional economy, particularly the
private sector, is essential to maintaining the Area's high
standard of living, the Metropolitan Council will study the
regional economy in order to assess the impact of public sector
planning on private sector decisions.
The Council began examining its role with regard to the private sector by
discussing a series of background papers prepared by staff on the regional
economy. That fall the Council established an Economic Technical Advisory
Committee (ETAC), consisting of 10 members from the business community, two
from labor and four from the government sector. ETAC spent two years examining
Council policies and considering potential roles for the Council with respect
to the economy. It recommended revisions to some goals and policies, as well
as additional studies. Council staff worked on those studies in 1982 and
1983. The ETAC reports and recommendations, as well as the completed studies,
are listed with other background documents in the appendix of the document
containing the proposed interim economic policies.
CONCLUSIONS
Based on its work with ETAC and staff research, the Council reached the
following conclusions:
o The Council currently has economic goals but no policies to implement
them.
a Businesses have fundamental needs in which governments can play or
currently are playing a role. Businesses need land, urban services,
financing and a reduction in the time government reviews take.
o Historically, the Twin Cities economy has been healthy and diversified.
However, the recent recession and the much talked about structural change
in the United States economy makes encouraging continued growth and
adaptation an important issue for regional planning.
o Most economic growth in urban areas comes from the expansion of existing
firms (large or small) or new starts. Small businesses are an important
source of new jobs. Attracting outside industries is not a major source
of new jobs.
o Financing can be a problem for all businesses when interest rates are
high, but it is almost always a problem for small, new businesses. The
problem, however, is national --not specific to Minnesota or the Twin
Cities.
ECONOMIC GOALS
Based on the work described above, the Council has re-examined the economic
goals contained in the Metropolitan Development Framework. The Council has
refined existing goals and added a new one on the economic climate. The
economic policies summarized in this document are intended to help achieve the
following goals.
To have a region by the year 2000 that has:
o Economic development that keeps pace with growth in the labor force and
enhances the Region"s standard of living --measured by growth in jobs,
income per household and tax base.
o High rankings nationally in education and income, and low rankings in
unemployment rates and in number of persons below poverty level.
o Opportunities for economic advancement for persons of all ages, races,
income, sex, training and educational background in the Region.
o A diverse regional economy strong enough to support high quality public
services and other Development Framework goals for the Region.
o A regional economic climate that encourages business development and
entrepreneurial activities.
o A strong agricultural economy in the Region"s rural area.
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ISSUES AND POLICIES
The proposed policies are arranged in four groups, each of which focuses on a
general issue.
The Council-s decisions and actions do affect business decisions.
Therefore, it is important that economic factors be considered in the
Council's decision -making process. The AREA -WIDE POLICIES state that
economic needs should be considered in Council reviews and capital
expenditure decisions related to the metropolitan agency systems
(highway, transit, air, sewers and parks).
Businesses do not always consider broad regional issues when making
development decisions. The Council is in a position to provide
information on this broader view to the business community. The POLICIES
FOR COORDINATING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT make more explicit a number of
roles the Council is already performing. Under these policies, the
Council will collect and distribute economic and demographic data to the
business community, examine economic issues related to the
entrepreneurial climate and retraining of the Region's labor force and
monitor economic development efforts in the Region.
High interest rates in recent years have emphasized a need for capital in
the business community. Smaller businesses have had that need even
before rates were high. The nation, including Minnesota and the Region,
is entering an era where the public and private sectors are working
together more closely --particularly in the area of financing. Government
sector financing has its critics (see Position Paper on Tax Exempt
Financing as an Economic Development oo , ug. , owever, if
used appropriately, it is one area w ere job growth can be stimulated.
The BUSINESS FINANCING POLICY is very general and is geared to making
more capital available to businesses. Two programs are being proposed
under this policy --a regional Small Business Administration 503 program
and a regional program for issuing industrial revenue bonds. These are
discussed in detail in the implementation section of the policy document.
In the nationwide effort to help businesses help themselves, the needs of
the poor and the unemployed sometimes have been forgotten. There are
programs dealing with various aspects of their problems, but there is no
comprehensive or regional approach to the problems, nor is there any
attempt to coordinate the programs. The ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY POLICY will
be used to study the various problems and programs for the poor and
unemployed, and attempt to find ways to integrate the efforts and
solutions.
ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
in the process of deciding on the proposed policies, described in the preceding
section, the Council considered a range of roles for itself with respect to the
economy and the business community. The proposed policies are essentially a
blend of the roles considered. The roles are described below:
1. No role --continue doing business as usual without taking economic factors
explicitly into account.
2. Inject a regional economic perspective into public and private decision -
making in the Region by providing information.
o Package regional demographic, land use, employment, business and labor
force information for use by businesses and local government.
o Measure economic impacts (change in employment, income, value of land,
etc.) as a regular part of Council"s reviews of major projects.
3. Establish a regular program of economic research and analysis of regional
issues to support and initiate legislative debate.
o Continue publication of economic data series measuring change in the
regional economy and its overall health.
o Analyze key economic or fiscal issues impacting regional development and
pursue legislative changes.
4. Coordinate economic development in the Region.
o Analyze economic growth anticipated in comprehensive plans of local
communities and compare to regional growth estimates.
o Establish formal process for sharing economic development plans among
local government, corporate sector and the Council.
o Provide a regional permit and regulatory clearinghouse for the private
sector.
o Provide a local government information center for economic development
grants, programs, and available tools or mechanisms.
o Provide technical assistance, when requested, to local government and
small businesses.
5. Stimulate and guide economic growth within the Region.
o Develop ways to make more capital available to businesses in the Region.
o Develop a general strategy for guiding business locations in the Region,
much like the way the Council guides housing growth in the Metropolitan
Development Framework.
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The proposed policies pick up most of the elements described in Nos, 2 and 3
and some of 4. With the exception of a financing
much direct intervention. Within the Metropolftapr
oposal,
Urban
Service Sinvolved Area(MUSAjoo
and Freestanding Growth Centers, the Council is not interested in directing
where economic growth should go, but rather simply stimulating overall growth.
In the area of financing, the Council feels there is a regional role: in
making economic development financing programs available to all communities
within the MUSA and Freestanding Growth Centers, in providing economies -of -
scale when issuing industrial revenue bonds, and in building closer ties with
the regional business community than might be possible through state programs.
The two proposed financing programs are the only ones where the Council is
recommending direct stimulation of the economy. In addition, while the Council
intends to adopt guidelines for these programs, they will not be implemented
immediately. The programs will be implemented only when enough interest has
been generated to make them work effectively,
A
DRAFT
1NTER11M ECONOMIC POLICIES FOR THE
METROPOLITAN DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK
Oct. 14, 1983
For Public Hearing
to be held:
Wednesday, Nov. 16, 1983, 7 p.m.
Metropolitan Council Chambers
Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities Area
300 Metro Square Building, 7th and Robert Streets
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
Telephone: 612-291-6359
i� Publication No. 02-83-129
CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION..........................................................
PURPOSE...........................................................
1
1
THE PROCESS.......................................................
3
BACKGROUND............................................................
STANDARD OF LIVING ................................................
3
ECONOMIC GROWTH ...................................................
3
ECONOMIC CHANGE ...................................................
4
OPPORTUNITIES.....................................................
5
ECONOMIC GOALS AND POLICIES ...........................................
7
PROPOSED GOALS ....................................................
7
7
PROPOSED POLICIES .................................................
Area -wide Policies ............................................
8
Economic Development Coordination
Policies ...................
11
Business Financing Policy ....................................
14
Economic Opportunity Policy ..................................
15
17
IMPLEMENTATION........................................................
25
APPENDIXA ............................................................
30
APPENDIXB............................................................
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INTRODUCTION
PURPOSE
The Metropolitan Council is charged by state law with providing for the orderly
and economic development of the seven -county Region. The goal is to preserve
and improve the Region's quality of life. However, the Council's role with
respect to the private sector and economic development is not well defined,
either in legislation or in adopted Council policy. This document contains pro-
posed goals and policies intended to help the Council in making decisions about
projects that affect the economic development of the Region. Once adopted, the
goals and policies will be added to the Metropolitan Development Framework
(MDF), the Council's guided growth plan. The result will be to bring private
sector needs and concerns into the regional planning process.
THE PROCESS
The proposed policies are in part based on efforts begun four years ago. In
1979, the Council began examining its role with regard to the private sector by
discussing a series of background papers prepared by staff on the regional
economy. That fall the Council established an Economic Technical Advisory
Committee (ETAC) consisting of 10 members from the business community, two from
labor and four from the government sector. ETAC spent two years examining
current Council policies and potential roles for the Council with respect to
the economy. It recommended revisions to the wording of some existing goals
and policies, as well as some additional studies. The ETAC reports and
recommendations, as well as the completed studies, are listed with other
background documents on the last page of this document. Council staff worked
on those studies in 1982 and 1983 and prepared the policies contained in this
document.
The Council is now involved in the public discussion phase in developing the
policies (see schedule next page). To provide opportunity for community
involvement in preparing the interim economic policies, the Council circulated
a draft of this document and held public meetings in August to discuss the
issues and receive comments of public officials, the business community and
citizens. The policies in this document incorporate changes made following the
public meetings.
The policies will be the basis for the Council to initiate some regional
economic development efforts in 1984. More detailed work and further staff and
public discussion will take place during 1984. The policies will ultimately be
adopted as a part of the revised Development Framework --expected in late 1984.
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The following schedule shows steps remaining in the process before final action
on the policies.
Oct. 13 (Thurs.) Council sets public hearing date. '
Nov. 16 (Wed.) Public hearing held.
Dec. 1 (Fri.) Public hearing record closed.
Dec. 19 (Mon.) Hearing record and revised document
available.
Jan. 16 (Mon.) Special Committee on Economic
Development reviews and makes
recommendation.
Jan. 19 (Thurs.) Council acts on interim policies.
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BACKGROUND ON THE REGIONAL ECONOMY
Numerous measures can be used to portray the quality of life or standard of
living in this Region. Among the most important are those related to the
economy.
The last several years have been difficult times economically for the nation,
for Minnesota and for the Region. The Council recognizes a strong economy is
needed to maintain and improve the Region's standard of living.
The data in this section gives a general snapshot of the Region from an
economic viewpoint --its standard of living, its economic growth trends, the
changes that are taking place and some measures of the Region's potential for
responding to change.
STANDARD OF LIVING
Table 1 contains the Twin Cities' 1980 rank among the 25 largest metropolitan
areas for a number of economic indicators. The major urban areas are called
Standard Metropolitan Statistical Areas, or SMSAs. The Region ranked high in
median family income and education, and low in percent of families below the
poverty level and in unemployment rates. The Council wants to maintain these
rankings or improve upon them. An economic climate that encourages growth and
responds to change is vital to this effort.
Table 1
COMPARISON OF TWIN CITIES ECONOMIC INDICATORS
WITH THE 25 LARGEST METROPOLITAN AREAS, 1980
Characteristics
Median Family Income
Percent of Families
Below Poverty Level
Percent of Adults (over 25)
with High School Diploma
Unemployment Rate
Twin Cities
Twin Cities
Minnesota
U.S.
Rank
Average
Average
Average
6th
E24,800
$21,217
$19,908
24th
4.4%
7.0%
9.6%
4th
80.1%
72.4%
66.3%
22nd
4.5%
5.7%
6.8%
Sources: U.S. Bureau of the Census, Employment and Earnings.
ECONOMIC GROWTH
Quality of life improvements come in the form of better paying jobs, higher
productivity, better public services, better use of existing resources, etc.
However, measuring these factors is not always possible. The most straight-
forward way to measure improvements is to examine economic growth. Growth in
jobs, income, and tax base are all important to the overall economic health of
an area.
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EMPLOYMENT GROWTH
Between 1960 and 1980, annual employment growth in the Region averaged 3.4
percent, faster than the national average (2.8 percent). In a ranking of the
,
25 largest metropolitan areas, this Region had the 12th highest annual
employment growth rate.
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Employment growth cannot be measured alone but must be compared with growth in
the labor force. The unemployment rate measures the difference between employ-
ment and the labor force. From 1970 to 1981 generally, the unemployment rates
in the Region have been one and one -and -a -half to three percentage points below
the national average. In order to maintain this better -than -average rate, it
will be important to encourage economic development that provides jobs that at
least keep pace with the labor force growth.
NEW JOBS AND SMALL BUSINESS
Not all sectors of the economy are equal generators of jobs. .Several national
studies have identified the small business sector as the most dynamic sector
and the largest creator of new jobs. Estimates on job creation by small
business range from 51 to 66 percent of all new jobs. However, only a fraction
of small firms --probably a range of 12 to 15 percent --create these new jobs.
New businesses have low survival rates. Thus, public policy encouraging small
businesses must recognize the risks involved.
FAMILY INCOME
Median family income rose faster in the Region than in the nation between 1960
and 1980. Median family income (adjusted for inflation using 1972 constant
dollars) increased 45 percent, from $9,513 in 1960 to $13,835 in 1980. This is
compared with a national average annual increase of approximately 35 percent
for the same time period.
However, the Region-s cost of living is slightly higher than the average for
major metropolitan areas. The Region-s average annual inflation rate between
1960 and 1980 was 5.28 percent compared with a 5.19 percent average for the
largest metropolitan areas. The average annual inflation rates are based on
consumer price index data.
TAX BASE
The Region has experienced remarkable growth in its tax base, although compar-
isons with national data or other SMSAs is not possible. The Region s market
value of the taxable property has grown from $25,349 per household in 1972 to
$58,122 in 1980. That is an average annual increase of 10.93 percent.
ECONOMIC CHANGE
One of the major strengths of the Region's economy is its diversity. Manufac-
turing, wholesale and retail trade, and service industries each account for
approximately one-fourth of the Region-s industrial mix. This diversity
continues to be maintained even though the regional economy is undergoing some
fundamental changes in its industrial mix, types of growing industries and
occupations.
SECTORS GROWING AT DIFFERENT RATES
' Between 1960 and 1980, manufacturing's share of total regional employment
declined, while the service and finance industries- share of employment in-
creased. In the decade of the 1970s, manufacturing employment grew by 14
percent, compared with growth rates of 73 and 50 percent, respectively, for the
service and finance sectors. As growth in the regional economy moves away from
manufacturing, the Region"s emerging growth industries will probably be in the
service and finance sectors. The industries with the most potential for growth
in the Region are nonelectrical machinery, including computers and office
machines; business services, such as advertising and computer and data
processing; health services; and banking.
CHANGE IN TYPES OF JOBS
Not only is there change in the industries that are growing, there is also
change in the kinds of jobs demanded. The service and finance industries tend
to demand a variety of professional and low -paying jobs --the largest percentage
of the new jobs being created in clerical and low -paying service occupations.
Between 1980 and 1990, the largest number of job openings will be in cate-
gories such as secretaries, nurses aids, janitors, cashiers, sales clerks and
waiters. Thus, the growth industries, while providing the needed jobs, also
may create downward pressure on overall income.
OPPORTUNITIES
Although the regional economy is changing, this can have positive aspects
because change creates opportunities. Two characteristics of the Region will
help adjust to this change --attitudes toward education and the Region's
entrepreneurial spirit.
Nationally, there is concern about how this country's educational system will
cope with the educational needs of an increasingly service- and high -technology -
oriented society. The problem has two parts: First, in basic education,
particularly science and mathematics in primary and secondary schools, there is
concern that too many young people are not being prepared for the jobs of the
1990s. Second, there is concern about the lack of a plan to retrain and re-
educate a whole generation of workers, already in the manufacturing work force,
who will be displaced. Education must become a lifetime process, as workers
are forced to upgrade their skills and knowledge to cope with rapidly changing
technology.
A number of indicators show the Region has a good start to serve the needs of
its future labor force. As mentioned earlier, the Region ranked fourth among
the top 25 SMSAs in percent of persons 25 years or older with four or more
yearbeensof willinghtochool spendemoneyion educationtot). In addition, achieve this. TheiRegionans e ranked
fifth in per capita government expenditures for local schools in 1980 with
$40.04. Phoenix ranked first with $64.02 per capita. Finally, Minnesota
ranked fourth in the percent of population enrolled in vocational -technical
education programs in 1980, according to an Alexander Grant survey.
As for the entrepreneurial spirit, the business climate in Minnesota and the
Region has been much debated lately. The state has a number of problems --
relatively high taxes and worker compensation rates, and strong cost competi-
tion from neighboring states for business in border communities. However, the
entrepreneurial climate has some positive features. According to Inc.
magazine, in 1983, the Region had one of the strongest showings of any metropol-
itan area. In a ranking of the 100 fastest growing small businesses in the
nation, seven are located in this Region. Only the Denver -Boulder metropolitan
area, with five companies, had a comparable showing.
Between 1970 and 1980, the total number of business establishments in the
Region increased by 49 percent, compared with a 29 percent national increase.
Employment in these firms increased 38 percent in the Region, compared with a
national increase of 31 percent.
The number of small businesses in the Region, those with 20 or fewer employees,
increased 51 percent from 1970 to 1980, compared with a 28 percent increase
nationally. In the Region, small businesses made up 82 percent of all business
establishments in 1980, compared with 86 percent at the national level.
Things have been good if one looks at the past 10 to 20 years. However, the
last two years have not been good ones for the Region economically, Questions
have been raised about the stability of the state economy and future growth
prospects. The policies that follow are part of an effort to help deal with
that issue.
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PROPOSED ECONOMIC GOALS AND POLICIES
In the past, the Metropolitan Council has reviewed plans and projects according
to policies based on three major considerations: efficient use of the four
metropolitan systems (air transportation, surface transportation, parks and
open space, and sewers), locational factors associated with urban and rural
service areas, and the preservation of the natural environment. For the most
part, economic development impacts have not been explicitly considered in the
Council's deliberations. (See "Discussion of Existing Development Framework
Gals and Policies" in Appendix A.)
The interim economic policies developed here are intended to broaden the
Council's consideration of plans and projects to include economic factors. The
proposed goals include changes in the existing Development Framework goals and
add business development and entrepreneurial activities to the list of
characteristics important for a healthy region. The policies replace a number
of existing Development Framework policies and add new concepts to the
Development Framework.
ECONOMIC GOALS
To have a region by the year 2000 that has:
o Economic development that keeps pace with growth in the labor force and
enhances the Region's standard of living --measured by growth in jobs,
income per household and tax base.
o Iligh rankings nationally in education and income, aad low rankings in
unemployment rates and in number of persons below poverty level.
o Opportunities for economic advancement for persons of all ages, races,
income, sex, training and educational background in the Region.
o A diverse regional economy strong enough to support high quality public
services and other Development Framework goals for the Region.
o A regional economic climate that encourages business development and
entrepreneurial activities.
o A strong agricultural economy in the Region's rural* area.
ECONOMIC POLICIES
The proposed policies that follow are grouped into four major areas. In the
first are the Council's existing area -wide policies (as stated in its
Development Framework) but changed to more fully reflect economic development
and business concerns. Second, several policies define a Council role in
encouraging coordination of regional economic development and enhancement of
the Region's economic climate. Third, the Council proposes a policy to help
make more capital available to regional businesses. The final proposed policy
specifies more active involvement for the Council in meeting the needs of the
poor and unemployed in the Region.
AREA -WIDE POLICIES
Policies A through F are Metropolitan Development Framework policies and '
concepts reworked to more fully reflect economic development and business
concerns. They show the Council"s general approach to the development of the
Region.
A. THE METROPOLITAN AREA SHOULD CONSIST OF AN URBAN SERVICE AREA AND A RURAL
SERVICE AREA. METROPOLITAN SYSTEMS AND URBAN SERVICES WILL BE PROVIDED
ONLY WITHIN THE URBAN SERVICE AREA. RURAL SERVICE STANDARDS WILL BE MAIN-
TAINED IN THE RURAL SERVICE AREA, AND PERSONS CHOOSING A RURAL LOCATION
SHOULD NOT EXPECT TO RECEIVE URBAN SERVICES.
The first policy is taken from the Council-s existing Development Framework.
Although not a new policy, it is included here for completeness. The concept
of the urban/rural split sets the stage for how the Council goes about making
decisions on investments in the regional systems and reviewing plans and
projects for consistency with all of the Metropolitan Development Guide
chapters.
B. THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WILL CONSIDER PROTECTION OF THE NATURAL
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE LAND, THE EFFICIENT USE OF URBAN SERVICES AND
REGIONAL ECONOMIC NEEDS WHEN DEVELOPING REGIONAL PLANS AND GUIDELINES
AFFECTING LAND,USE IN THE METROPOLITAN AREA. URBAN DEVELOPMENT SHOULD NOT
IMPAIR THE FUNCTIONING OF VITAL NATURAL SYSTEMS.
The Council guides land use planning in the Region by designing plans for the
four regional systems (transportation, sewers, airports, and parks and open '
space) and reviewing local comprehensive plans of cities and townships. They
need to consider economic development needs along with the demand for regional
systems and environmental concerns. Policy B brings economic growth into the
forefront--side-by-side with regional systems and the environment. The policy
does not resolve conflicts that may arise between, for example, economic and
environmental considerations. These will require more specific guidelines to
be prepared later.
The Council implements plans through regional system investments. The strategy
is to have priorities for those investments.
C. THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WILL SET PRIORITIES FOR INVESTMENTS IN EACH
REGIONAL SYSTEM IN THE FOLLOWING WAY. PROJECTS IMMEDIATELY REQUIRED BY
STATE OR FEDERAL LAW WILL BE IMPLEMENTED FIRST. ALL REMAINING PROJECTS
WILL THEN BE DIVIDED INTO TWO CATEGORIES:
I SERVINGENTS OR DEVELOPMENTVWITHINTTHEOMETROPOLITAN URBANINTAIN OR OTHE SERVICEIAREAGMS
(MUSA)
AND FREESTANDING GROWTH LENTERS.
2. INVESTMENTS FOR EXPANDING THE MUSA WHERE ANALYSIS INDICATES A SHORTAGE
IN THE FIVE-YEAR URBAN LAND SUPPLY FOR A SECTOR AS SHOWN IN THE
DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK.
PROJECTS IN EACH CATEGORY WILL BE RANKED AND THE COUNCIL WILL THEN ALLOCATE
FUNDS TO THE TWO CATEGORIES. THE COUNCIL MAY SHIFT ALLOCATED FUNDS FROM ,
ONE CATEGORY TO ANOTHER DEPENDING ON THE RELATIVE NEED FOR THE PROJECTS IN
EACH CATEGORY.
This policy, stated simply, says the Council will respond to demand for
regional services within the MUSA and the Freestanding Growth Centers, and
will create a supply of new services on the edge of the MUSA only when the
supply of developable land becomes too tight. In considering each regional
function the Council will allocate funding to the two categories of projects.
The projects not funded in each group will be evaluated to decide if a shift of
funding between categories is necessary. Policy D below is to be used when
ranking projects within the MUSA and Freestanding Growth Centers. Policy E is
for projects to expand the MUSA.
IN RANKING PROJECTS LOCATED WITHIN THE METROPOLITAN URBAN SERVICE AREA
(MUSA) AND FREESTANDING GROWTH CENTERS, THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WILL
REGULARLY ANALYZE THE REGION'S MAJOR ACTIVITY CONCENTRATIONS AND THEIR
LEVELS OF REGIONAL SERVICES. THE COUNCIL WILL GIVE PRIORITY TO PROVIDING
AN ADEQUATE LEVEL OF REGIONAL SERVICES TO THESE CONCENTRATIONS OVER
EXPANDING OR UPGRADING THE SYSTEMS WITHIN THE MUSA FOR NEW DEVELOPMENT.
The intent of this policy is to serve existing development before serving
new development within the MUSA and Freestanding Growth Centers. The
concentrations of major activity will change as development occurs and demand
for regional services grows. The Council does not intend to encourage
development or redevelopment that is under -serviced in the MUSA or
Freestanding Growth Centers, placing itself in the position of having to serve
it later. The Council will continue to carefully monitor regional systems
impacts of any new development in the MUSA and Freestanding Growth Centers.
Major activity concentrations could include, but are not limited to, major
employment concentrations, major retail centers with high patronage (but
perhaps low employment), major educational facilities, high -density housing
concentrations, and major sports facilities.
IN RANKING PROJECTS THAT MAY REQUIRE EXPANSION OF THE MUSA, THE COUNCIL
WILL CONSIDER: THE ADDITIONAL POPULATION THAT CAN BE ACCOMMODATED BY
EXISTING METROPOLITAN SYSTEMS IN THE APPROPRIATE SECTOR; RECENT POPULATION
TRENDS IN ALL SECTORS; THE LEAST COST AMONG SECTORS FOR PROVIDING A
COMPLETE SYSTEM OF BASIC PUBLIC SERVICES; THE MOST RECENT ESTIMATES OF
DEVELOPABLE LAND FOR URBANIZATION IN EACH SECTOR; AND FUTURE ENERGY USE AND
COSTS.
Policy E is Policy Na. 10 in the Council's Metropolitan Investment Framework
(MIF), which contains guidelines for monitoring fiscal activity of the regional
commissions. It can be used for decision -making for expansion projects on the
edge of the MUSA (see discussion in appendix beginning on page 21).
IN REVIEWING ALL PROJECTS REQUIRING CHANGES IN THE INVESTMENT PLANS FOR
REGIONAL SYSTEMS, THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL MAY, IN ADDITION TO ITS OTHER
REVIEW RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. CONDUCT AN ECONOMIC IMPACT REVIEW;
2. CONDUCT A FISCAL ALTERNATIVES ASSESSMENT; AND/OR
3. DEVELOP PUBLIC/PRIVATE COST -SHARING AGREEMENTS WHEN NECESSARY.
This policy is not intended to add significantly to the review process. Too
often, however, economic -impact reviews discuss public fiscal impacts and do
not examine what happens to the economy. In reviewing projects affecting the
development programs of regional agencies, the Council will look at the
following when implementing this policy:
Economic Impact Review. How many long-term jobs will be created by this
proposal? Will they be high -income, high -skill jobs, low-income, low -skill
jobs, or some of both? Will the project add to regional income? Will the
project add to the regional property tax base? Other tax bases? Will it
generate a net increase in tax revenues? Is the project creating new jobs
besides construction jobs?
Fiscal Alternatives Assessment. For projects within the MUSA, the Council
will evaluate the costs of building now, anticipating the demand based on
the proposed project, or building later when the demand actually occurs.
If the costs are not significantly.different, and they might not be because
the construction may be occurring on developed land in either case, then
the Council will have more flexibility in its planning process. The
Council would be able to wait and see on some developments where the
proposed growth seems too optimistic.
Public/Private Cost Sharing Agreements. There may be occasions where the
private sector wants additional capacity in the regional systems within the
MUSA to make a proposal feasible. There may also be occasions when private
interests argue that there will be no impacts on the regional systems and
the Council feels differently. Rather than being in a position where the
Council could essentially stop the project, the Council and the private
party would agree to share the costs now, in the former case, to get the
project going; or to share the costs when it becomes a problem, in the
latter case. This does not mean that the Council is taking a position of
always sharing the cost for private decisions or giving up the right to say o
no on a regional system proposal.
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POLICIES FOR COORDINATING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
What is currently being done to coordinate the Region's economic development
and enhance its entrepreneurial climate?
Government has always played some role in economic development --primarily by
providing the public infrastructure (roads and sewers, for example) and
services. Land use regulations have also been a tool. Federal economic
development programs have been organized under the Economic Development
Administration (EDA), the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD),
the Small Business Administration (SBA), and the Comprehensive Employment and
Training Act (CETA). The current administration is in the process of effective-
ly eliminating the EDA, reducing the funding for SBA and HUD, and replacing
CETA with a job -training partnership program. With its remaining programs, the
federal government is concentrating its economic development activity in the
areas of public land acquisition and improvement, and business financing.
In the past, state programs have not done much to assist local government and
businesses with economic development. The state has preferred to let local
government do most of the work. This may change with some recently passed leg-
islation. In 1983, the Minnesota Legislature reorganized the Minnesota Small
Business Finance Agency into a business enterprise fund with expanded authority
and increased funding. In addition, two pieces of state legislation --tax
increment financing and industrial revenue bonds --have been helpful to local
governments in promoting economic development.
Economic development programs are generally implemented through local govern-
ment regardless of whether the funds are provided by federal, state or local
governments. The most significant factor in economic development, however, is
the shift away from federal and state involvement and toward local involvement
solely. With this shift comes a certain narrowing of the focus --local govern-
ment will be primarily concerned with development in its community.
The role of regional agencies in economic development is relatively new and not
well defined. In 1978, the EDA instituted a program to demonstrate the role
for regional planning agencies in metropolitan economic development planning.
Results of the program identified a number of roles for regional agencies.
They included providing information, forums for decision -making and technical
assistance. The Council performs some of these functions currently, but the
efforts are not always focused on economic development.
In addition to governmental efforts directed specifically at economic develop-
ment, a large number of groups --from universities to public/private think tanks-
-are looking into the business climate issue. Two organizations, the Minnesota
Business Partnership and Minnesota Wellspring, have undertaken major long-range
studies of the state"s economy. Although these groups will continue to examine
issues affecting the economic health of the state, their research does not
concentrate on a regional perspective.
The narrowness of the local government focus, in addition to the emphasis on
the state economy by other groups, creates some gaps that can be filled by a
regional agency. The Council can provide a unique economic development
perspective because the urban economy functions on a regional basis rather than
along city and county boundaries.
G. THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WILL ENCOURAGE THE COORDINATION OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT IN THE REGION.
The Council acquired a great deal of coordination experience through the former
A-95 review program and the Metropolitan Land Planning Act. That experience
can help coordinate the activities of businesses and developers with reviews by
the local, state and federal governments. Perhaps of most use for private
planning and the economic development process is the information the Council
can provide. The Council distributes a variety of regional economic data,
census data, land use information, and employment, business and labor force
information. In addition, the Council has available the information contained
in all the local land use plans for the Region.
Much of the above information can be packaged and provided upon request. In
addition, it will be used in reviews of proposed projects to let both devel-
opers and the public know what else is planned in the immediate vicinity of the
project or forecast for the Region.
H. THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WILL HELP IMPROVE THE REGION'S ENTREPRENEURIAL AND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CLIMATE BY SPONSORING RESEARCH, TASK FORCES AND FORUMS
FOCUSING ON REGIONAL ECONOMIC ISSUES.
The Council will encourage the enhancement of regional economic climate by
identifying and researching issues of importance to regional development and
by examining potential roles for the Council in these areas. The issues would
be studied by staff through the use of task forces and public.forums. Some
examples of pertinent research issues include a regionally based world trade
center, a regional cable television station, a Twin Cities Area Teleport (an
advanced telecommunications network using fiber optics and satellite technol-
ogies for interregional telecommunications), evaluation of state and local
economic development financing options in the event of substantial federal
program cutbacks, and convention business and tourism. Recommendations to the
Legislature would be made based on the results of such economic research.
I. THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WILL EXAMINE THE ISSUE OF EDUCATION AND RETRAINING
OF THE REGION'S LABOR FORCE.
The economy is undergoing significant changes in the structure of its labor
force. These structural changes create a need for two types of job -training
programs. One should be designed to prepare the poor, economically disadvant-
aged and hard-core unemployed for participation in the labor force. One should
be designed to retrain displaced manufacturing workers and other structurally
unemployed persons.
Both government policymakers and private sector leaders recognize the need to
address these educational and retraining issues. Yet, no one agency or organi-
zation is coordinating the many educational and retraining efforts. Instead,
many e at a
mber of
federtors are addressing the al government, through the JobuTraininguPartnership different levels.
Act, has
raldelegated
responsiblity for job retraining to state governments. The act is targeted
toward occupational training for the hard -to -employ. It emphasizes private
sector job training in conjunction with local public service delivery systems.
In addition, many private sector industries are instituting in-house retraining
programs for their employees. The primary and secondary school systems and the
vocational -technical programs are responsible for providing young people with
the skills necessary to function in an increasingly service and high -technology -
oriented society.
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The Council will examine the education and retraining issue as a major study
�- area. Potential topics include: How do the education and retraining programs
offered by various sectors overlap? What gaps exist between programs? What
are the revelant skills needed for future long-term employment and are they
being taught? How do the skills taught at vocational -technical institutes mesh
with the skills demanded in the private sector? Are plans to retrain displaced
manufacturing workers adequate? Is there a role for the Metropolitan Council
in helping to coordinate the various programs in the Region?
MENT IN THE
J.
AND MEASURELTHENIMPACTIOFWILL GOVERNMENTRPROGRAMSCONESUCHPREGION
DEVELOPMENT.
Evaluation is an important part of the planning process. Since the Council is
undertaking new roles with respect to economic development, it is important to
develop a base of data for evaluating the impact of the Council"s programs as
well as other programs. It is also important that the programs be monitored
and evaluated. Examples of factors that could be monitored include the
foltaxlbase, thehamounter of jobs created, of income generatedthe anddtheanetalue benefiteofto the a projectproperty
(comparing the tax revenue produced versus the amount of public money
invested).
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BUSINESS FINANCING POLICY
What types of capital are most difficult for businesses to obtain in the
Region?
The Metropolitan Council studied this issue in a report titled Availability of
Investment Capital in the Twin Cities Area. The report concluded, among
other things, that the capital s or age-- efined as credit worthy business
being unable to acquire loans at a reasonable rate --was, indeed, a problem but
a national problem rather than one specific to Minnesota. Minnesota is not,
however, exempt from the problem. The shortage comes from high interest rates
nationally, economic uncertainty about future directions for the U.S. economy
and the world economy, and structural gaps in the financial system providing
loans for businesses.
Small businesses are particularly sensitive to the problem. They start up
almost entirely outside organized capital markets. The most important sources
of start-up capital for small businesses are investment of the entrepreneur's
personal savings and equity investments from family, friends or personal
contacts. These sources provide only modest amounts of capital compared with
the needs of the business. Usually, businesses need equity and debt capital
from financial institutions to continue operations and to expand.
However, unsecured and long -terms loans and equity capital are the most diffi-
cult forms of capital for small business to obtain in Minnesota. Commercial
banks provide more short-term capital than long-term capital. This can result
in a long-term financing "gap" for small business. In this situation, a
business would finance acquisition of equipment or real estate with loans
having maturities considerably shorter than the life of the purchased assets.
This results in a mismatch between debt service and cash flow generated by the
financed assets.
Local government and the State of Minnesota are providing some programs which
address the financing problem. There is, however, a need for a metropolitan
role as well. Not all communities are currently participating in organized
economic development programs. The Council can provide these communities with
an opportunity to participate in such programs without having to organize and
finance their own. Secondly, successul economic development programs establish
close ties with the local business communities. The Council is in a better
position to build those ties than the state and could concentrate on just the
Region without the worries about outstate problems.
K. THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL, IN CONJUNCTION WITH STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS
AND THE PRIVATE SECTOR, WILL ENCOURAGE THE EXPANDED USE OF FINANCING
PROGRAMS TO MAKE MORE CAPITAL AVAILABLE TO BUSINESSES LOCATED IN THE
REGION-S URBAN SERVICE AREA AND FREESTANDING GROWTH CENTERS.
BUSINESS FINANCING ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WOULD BE
AVAILABLE ONLY IN COMMUNITIES THAT INVITE THE COUNCIL TO PROVIDE SUCH
ASSISTANCE.
The Council will continue to look at a full range of business needs and what
role government should undertake with the private sector. Initially, the
Council will examine implementing this policy through two vehicles available to
help alleviate the long-term financing problems of small business. They are
the Small Business Administration (SBA) 503 Program and IRBs Program (see
implementation section of this draft).
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ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY POLICY
What are the characteristics of the poor and the unemployed in the Region,
and where do they live?
The ultimate purpose of all Metropolitan Council policies, including those
devised to address problems of the poor, is to maintain or improve the quality
of life in the Region. However, the Poor cannot afford to partake of many
aspects of our "high quality of life.'
The Council-s direct role in dealing with problems of the poor has been through
its housing assistance and aging programs. Less directly, it has addressed
these concerns in its housing allocation plan, housing affordability studies,
and transit studies relating to the needs of the poor, minorities, and the
handicapped. If the problems are going to be addressed from the economic side,
then the Council needs to look more closely at the characteristics of the poor
and unemployed and where they are located.
According to the 1980 census there are nearly 131,000 persons in the Region
living below the poverty level, 6.8 percent of the population. Other census
data shows two things: First, female -headed families make up a disproportion-
ate share of poor families. Second, minorities are also below the poverty
level at a far higher rate than whites.
Fifty-five percent of families with incomes below the poverty level are
female headed with no husband present, yet they account for only 12.5 percent
of families. Almost half of such families with children under six live below
poverty.
The figures for racial or ethnic minorities are even worse. Only 5.7 percent
of whites lived in households that had incomes below the poverty level (1979
census figures). In sharp contrast, 26.4 percent of blacks, nearly 30 percent
of Indians, 23.9 percent of Asians and 17.4 percent of Hispanics were living
below the poverty level. These groups also have higher proportions of female -
headed households. Age might also be a factor; minorities are, on the aver-
age, much younger and, consequently, at an earlier, lower -paid level in their
careers. However, they also have fewer elderly, who are also relatively
poorer. A higher proportion of elderly have incomes below the poverty level--
10.1 percent compared to 6.6 percent under age 55. The percentages are lower
for the 55-to-59 year olds (four percent) and 60-to-64 year olds (5.7 percent).
Based on the persons living below the poverty level, poverty is clearly
concentrated in the central cities (Minneapolis and St. Paul). They have 58
percent of the Region"s 131,000 people living below the poverty level. All but
four of 87 census tracts with more than 15 percent of persons living below the
poverty level were in Minneapolis and St. Paul, with most of the very lowest
ones in Minneapolis. The exceptions were: Fort Snelling (only 127 people),
Falcon Heights (student housing) and two rural communities --New Trier (Dakota
County) and Hancock Twp. (Carver County). In Minneapolis all tracts with over
25 percent below poverty are located in a ring surrounding the downtown. St.
Paul has far fewer census tracts where over 25 percent of the population is
below the poverty level. Despite the concentrations in Minneapolis and St.
Paul, there are still large numbers of rural and suburban persons living in
poverty, about 55,000 (42 percent).
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Access in the above policy has two meanings --physical in terms of the work trip
and opportunities in terms of being able to obtain and keep the job.
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IMPLEMENTATION
FINANCING PROGRAMS: DESCRIPTION AND GUIDELINES
PURPOSE
Generally, local governments use economic development programs to pursue
increased tax base, jobs and the general well-being (measured by per capita
income) of the citizens in their community. The Metropolitan Council is
proposing to develop programs for the Region based on essentially the same
principles --to encourage the development of more jobs, more tax base and a
higher standard of living for the Region (see "Economic Goals" for a complete
list).
Business financing was identified as a problem by the Council's Economic
Technical Advisory Committee. The Council examined this issue in a report
titled Availability of Investment Capital in the Twin Cities Area, concluding:
Capital availability is primarily a national problem related to high
interest rates, economic uncertainty and structural gaps in the financial
system; and
Across the United States unsecured and long-term loans and equity capital
are the most difficult forms of capital for small, financially sound
businesses to obtain.
Financing assistance is one of the most direct incentives government can
provide to encourage economic growth. The Council believes it is important
to use this tool as well as others in striving to achieve the goals
referenced above. Local governments already have authority and are using a
number of programs to provide financing assistance to the private sector. The
Council is proposing the use of similar programs for the Region. In
particular, the programs discussed here are a regional 503 program certified by
the Small Business Administration (SBA) and a regional industrial revenue bond
(IRB) program. The Council's aim is to make these tools available for all
communities within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA) and Freestanding
Growth Centers.
Not everyone agrees that government financing should be used as an economic
development tool. Critics argue that, in providing financial assistance,
government props up marginal businesses; assumes risks the private sector
should bear and sometimes even finances businesses that do not need it. They
also argue that increased use of tax-exempt bonds (one of the major financing
techniques used) has significantly reduced federal revenues and driven up
interest rates on general obligation bonds.
If the capital markets were perfectly competitive, then those arguments are
quite valid. The markets, however, are not perfect and, thus, credit -worthy
businesses can have difficulties with financing, The Council believes it is a
legitimate role of government to take some risks for the purposes of improving
the community.
The nation's capital markets might be more efficient and the federal treasury
might be fuller without the use of any tax-exempt financing. However, no one
locality is going to be able to change that without putting itself at a
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competitive disadvantage relative to the rest of the nation. That kind of
change must occur nationally.
NEED
The proposed business financing policy states that the Council will encourage
the expanded use of financing programs to make more capital available to
businesses located in the Region's MUSA and Freestanding Growth Centers. The
Availability of investment aCapitaltheserpdiscussed the
need
f businesses, but
no .w o was a emp 1ng
proposing to address the problem with the 503 and IRB programs, asked the
question. The major purpose behind the programs is to make financing
opportunities more available throughout the Region. Therefore, it is important
ato ndkhow many are notnunThees are Cauncilaksninterestedeie seeing these theseams usedcurrently
within the MUSA or Freestanding Growth Centers; thus, the figures presented
below count only those communities.
SBA 503 Program
There are only three municipalities in the Region with SBA 503 certified
development companies (CDCs): Chaska, Coon Rapids and St. Paul. Minneapolis
is in the process of establishing a 503 CDC. There are three regions statee
state with 503 programs; four have applications pending.
program was certified by the Small Business Administration. Around the
country, 110 of approximately 600 regional councils have 503 programs.
Industrial Revenue Bonds
Between 1970 and 1982, 71 communities within the Region's MUSA issued IRBs; 14
of them were Freestanding Growth Centers. That means 31 municipalities have
not yet used this economic development tool (see tables in Appendix
Judging from the numbers, there is opportunity for regional programs to be
useful. With respect to the proposed IRB program, there is another advantage
to the regional approach besides simply making it available to communities not
already using IRBs. Part of the program can be described as a "creditoolines, it
enhancement" effort --the metropolitan reserve system. By P
may be possible to secure issues with a large reserve and reduce the borrowing
costs. Small communities simply do not have enough projects to build a
sufficiently large pool. In addition, a composite bond program would be
difficult for an individual community to undertake. A regional program could
allow a number of communities to take advantage of the program without the high
set-up costs.
AUTHORITY
The Metropolitan Council has the authority to support the activities of a
regional 503 program and to issue revenue bonds, commonly called industrial
revenue bonds (IRBs), under Minn. Stat., Ch. 474 and Sec. 473.193-413.201.
The pograms or
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SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 503 PROGRAM
For small businesses planning to construct new buildings or modernize existing
facilities, the scarcity of affordable long-term financing is a major concern.
Rising interest rates and the reluctance of private lenders to finance small
businesses have hindered the birth and expansion of many firms, and
consequently impeded urban commercial and industrial revitalization efforts.
To help fill this financing "gap," Congress passed Section 503 of the Small
Business Development Act of 1980. The leggislation authorizes the SBA to
guarantee debentures issued by state and local development companies for long-
term loans to small businesses. Development companies have been assisting
small firms for more than 20 years under Sections 501 and 502 of the 1958 Small
Business Investment Act. Now, after three years of operation, the 503 program
has proven to be a particularly useful tool in addressing the long-term
financing needs of small businesses.
The SBA 503 program is based on the strategy of investing in small but
profitable and growing businesses as a way to most effectively create new
permanent private sector jobs. Small- and medium-sized businesses create the
majority of new private sector jobs and employ over half of the work force.
Moreover, a small business can create a job for a fraction of the cost of a
large business.
The 503 program addresses the three critical ingredients of economic
development financing (long term, low down payment and reasonable price) to
stimulate investment by providing incentives to both borrowers and private
sector lenders.
An active 503 program could help achieve a number of goals including:
- Facilitate economic development in the Region.
- Create jobs and business expansion.
- Increase the availability of long-term financing for small- and medium-
sized firms.
- Equalize the ability of communities to attract commercial and industrial
investment, and to offer financing to existing local firms for expansion.
- Make a 503 program available to all communities, not just the larger ones.
- Provide development assistance to smaller communities that do not have the
resources to hire staff specialists to work with local businesses.
- Provide a positive incentive implementation tool for Council policy.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The 503 program works through certified development companies (CDCs). A CDC is
a company that is incorporated to facilitate small business expansion
specifically through the use of the SBA 503 program within a defined geographic
area. Typically, a CDC is a nonprofit corporation. The CDC may use SBA direct
loans, subordinated loans or loan guarantees. SBA then guarantees payment of
all principal and interest on debentures issued by a CDC.
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term financing to eligible small businesses. TYP
finance 5o percent of the project d loan andstheobusiness4will rfurnish lthe
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financed with an SBA 503 guarantee
remaining 10 percent.
The expansionrincluding landsacquisitioned to Ceexisting buildings lant ^and leasehold conversion r
improvements by a small business for its own use. Plant construction may
include working cano
pital. The fbusiness rreceiving�then503 loan t. The pmustabeca^for profitd for
corporation, partnership or proprietorship.
40 t of the
The maximum SBA 503 loan ical5prnoec, which cannot exceed
503 rangepfromna minimum of
total project costs. Typical plus total project cost). The 503 program
$100,000 to a maximum of E1,250,000 p (
can be used in larger projects, but leveragecget smalier.laiteis possibleeto o°
503 participation and its resulting
combine 503 with other federal programs, such as Urban Development Action
, provided the total federally sponsored contribution does not exceed 40
Grants
percent of the total project costs.
The Council proposes to establish a 503 certified development nonprofit
useponaaivoluntarfor ty basisn_cSBAtrequiresothat aACDC be established municipaliaseancould
the CDC
independent company incorporated in the state of Minnesota. Therefore, •
would be a separate entity from the Metropolitan Council.
The alities and
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thoseecities to take advantaget CDC lofathewprogram without havingstoeestablishia
local development corporation. Essentially, then, this regional corporation
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would would beeparticularlyeadvantetroageous^forucitiesnwithhlimitedtstaffion uorowith
limited potential for commercial and industrial development projects.
If the Council were to establish this regional development corporation, cities
staff would would first request
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REGIONAL 503 PROGRAM GUIDELINES
the implementation of the 503 program.
The following guidelines will govern
Local Community Consent Y roved such operation
The
a503 CDC resolution of operate
the only erning that have approved
by
Consistency with Laws and Ordinances
Eligible projects will be consistent with state and federal laws and the
nd resolutions of the municipality in which the project is
charter, ordinances a •
located.
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Compatibility with Local and Regional Plans
Project funded will be compatible with the Metropolitan Development Guide and
with the overall development plans and obJec—fi—v—es--o—FEFe--mu—n—i—ci—p—aTTfy—w-i-fhin
which the project is located.
INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND PROGRAM
The Council seeks to expand the availability of capital in the Region for
industrial and commercial development through the use of a number of IRB
options. In addition, the Council seeks to expand the availability of capital
through the use of federal and state resources to the maximum extent available,
and through coordinated use of federal and state loan programs.
The Council is aware that industrial revenue bond financing for certain types
of industrial and commercial projects will benefit the Region and participating
municipalities, and accordingly, will develop a program for such financing.
An active Council IRB program will result in a number of benefits. These
include:
- Facilitate economic development in the Region.
- Create and preserve jobs and business expansion.
- Increase the availability of long-term financing for small- and medium-
sized firms.
- Provide the opportunity for municipalities to improve their ability
to attract commercial and industrial investment and to offer
financing to existing firms for expansion.
- Provide an implementation tool for Council policy.
The program is not intended to finance development projects that represent
business relocation from one city to another within the Region or the state.
PROGRAM OPTIONS
Five IRB options have been developed for the use of participating
municipal i tier.. These options were developed to respond to a variety of
business and local government needs and to provide a means of IRB financing for
small or newly established firms. These small but growing companies have been
unable to attract investors and enter the revenue bond market even though they
are credit -worthy. In developing the IRB options, it was important to provide
a bonding mechanism that could be used with state and federal grant and loan
programs that also are targeted to encourage economic development.
1. Single -issue Revenue Bonds
Under a single issue revenue bond, a single commercial or industrial firm
would finance a facility. Council action would follow review and approval
by the participating municipality within which the project is located. The
bonds' principal and interest are payable from earnings of the facility, a
guarantee of the firm or a financial institution, by a letter of credit, by
a mortgage on the property or additional security acceptable to the Council.
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2, Composite Revenue Bonds
The composite revenue bond option would permit a number of small issues to
be financed in a single financing package to reduce issuance costs.
This option would help make tax-exempt financing usable and available for
smaller projects or smaller firms that otherwise would find bond issuance
costs prohibitive.
This option could be structured as a loans -to -lenders program whereby
lending institutions, working with participating municipalities, distribute
bond proceeds to approved applicants.
3. Metropolitan Reserve System
Successful marketing of revenue bonds commonly requires that a reserve
fund be maintained usually equal to one year of debt service. Under the
reserve system, revenue bond issues would be backed by an additional
secondary reserve for the payment of debt service. While primary reserve
fund monies are maintained in separate accounts, each to be used only by
the project for which it was created, the secondary reserve acts as a
common reserve that holds monies available to all projects financed by the
system. Every bond issue is secured equally by such funds. Therefore, the
risk to a bondholder is dispersed among all projects participating in the
Council"s reserve system.
Funding for the primary reserve is provided through bond proceeds. "Funding
for the secondary reserve would require an initial contribution from
federal, state or local governments. Ongoing funding would come from
program participation fees, investment earnings or guarantor's fees.
Alternatively, the secondary reserve could work through the provision of a
letter of credit. A third reserve, tailed a surplus reserve, would also be
established consisting of funds remaining after the secondary reserve has
been adequately maintained. This fund could be used to finance the
maintenance and expansion of the system.
Use of the reserve system will make financing available to an increasing
number of companies, particularly new or small companies. Reserve system
bond programs can provide a financing vehicle for firms without the size or
credit history necessary to participate in a more conventional IRB program.
4, Taxable Bond
The taxable bond option is an alternative method of municipal financing
that is not tax exempt. The federal government has placed considerable
limits on the use of tax exempt bonds. Issuance of taxable bonds would
allow a means of broadening an IRB program beyond the restrictions of the
federal government.
5, Equity Position Revenue Bonds
The Council intends to actively pursue state and federal grant funds to
spur economic development or aid projects identified as having region -wide
benefits, such as resource recovery or sludge abatement. Funds available
to the Council for such a purpose could be used in concert with IRB
financing solely as a loan to reduce other capital financing requirements.
Alternatively, such funds might be used to fund an initial or secondary
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reserve to secure the overall financing, or to pay the costs of credit
enhancement, such as letters of credit or insurance for the primary issue.
Funding for the Council equity position would not come from Council tax
revenues.
REGIONAL IRB PROGRAM GUIDELINES
The following guidelines will govern the implementation of the IRB program. In
addition, the guidelines are provided to assist participating municipalities
and IRB applicants in developing projects consistent with Council economic
development objectives. In determining whether to approve or reject a request
for IRB financing, the Council will take into account the factors discussed
below.
Local Community Consent
Projects will only be considered that are approved by a resolution of the
governing body of the municipality in which the facility to be financed is
located.
Consistency With Laws and Ordinances
Eligible projects will be consistent with state and federal laws and the
charter, ordinances, and resolutions of the municipality within which the
project is located.
Compatibility With Local and Regional Plans
Eligible projects will be compatible with the Metropolitan Development Guide,
and with the overall development plans and objec ives o e municipality in
which the project is located.
Liability
Neither the Metropolitan Council, the state of Minnesota, nor the municipality
in which the project is located shall be liable for the payment of the bonds"
principal or interest. The principal and interest will be payable from
revenues produced by the project and such other pledges, guarantees and
security interests as shall be approved by the Council and acceptable to bond
purchasers.
Jobs Creation
Projects will be eligible only if it is shown that they will result in the
retention of local jobs or a net increase in jobs for the Region.
Tax Base Expansion
Projects will add to the municipal and regional tax base.
Recovery of Costs
The Ccuncil intends, to the extent feasible, to recover the costs of
administering the program through administrative and application fees and
charges.
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ASSISTANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
The Council encourages applications for IRB financing and will provide e
assistance to municipalities and firms in structuring proposals.
While Council staff is available to assist in project planning, a proposal will
not be considered for preliminary approval by the Metropolitan Council until an
application has been completed and tentative findings and requirements have
been met. The Metropolitan Council will act to approve or deny applications.
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APPENDIX A
DISCUSSION OF EXISTING METROPOLITAN DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK GOALS AND POLICIES
Minnesota Statutes direct the Metropolitan Council to prepare a comprehensive
development guide that recognizes and encompasses physical, social and economic
needs of the Metropolitan Area. The Metropolitan Development Guide is the long-
range regional plan that provides a framework for physical growth. The
Metropolitan Development Framework (MOF) is the Guide's chapter for managing
growth of the Region in an orderly and economic fashion. It sets forth the
basic data and assumptions upon which plans for regional systems (highways,
transit, sewers, parks and airports) are based. The MDF thus provides the
organizing principles for the single -function guide chapters in the Development
Guide.
The fundamental premise of the MDF is that full use of existing public facil-
ities, such as sewers and roads, should take place before further outward
expansion of the urban area occurs. The MDF is not designed to reduce or slow
regional growth, but rather to manage or guide the growth that is occurring
into areas with existing public services. If growth occurs in areas already
served by regional roads and sewers instead of continued urban sprawl, then
public investments could be reduced substantially. The key principle is to
maximize the use of existing public investments and still provide a variety of
living environments for residents in the Metropolitan Area.
The MDF contains the following concepts:
o The MDF first divides the Seven -County Region into an urban service area and
a rural service area. Growth is to be guided in the Metropolitan Urban
Service Area (MUSA). No major investments or development should occur in
the Rural Service Area.
o The MUSA consists of four types of communities and lifestyles and the
Council has policies for each: Metropolitan Centers, Fully Developed Area
(mature suburbs), Area of Planned Urbanization (developing suburbs) and
Freestanding Growth Centers.
o The MUSA is also divided into eight sectors. Each sector must contain
enough developable land to accommodate 1990 forecasted growth for that
sector plus a five year overage. Areas with severe environmental
constraints to urban development are not counted as developable land.
o The MOF contains a general priority system for public investments: first to
the Metropolitan Centers and Fully Developed Area, then to the Area of
Planned Urbanization and Freestanding Growth Centers, and finally to Rural
Centers.
ECONOMIC GOALS AND POLICIES
GOALS DISCUSSION
The current Metropolitan Council goals in the Metropolitan Development
Framework (MDF) related to the economy seek to have a Region with the following
characteristics in 1990:
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o A stable, diversified metropolitan economy strong enough to support the
other goals ir, the Area.
o Economic development that provides the necessary jobs for the expected
population. Estimates indicate a need to add 272,000 jobs between 1974 and
1990 if current employment patterns continue.
o Opportunities for economic mobility for all metropolitan residents.
o A strong agricultural economy in the rural area.
The Economic Technical Advisory Council (ETAC) reviewed these goals and
generally agreed with them, with some minor wording changes. They also felt
strongly that entrepreneurship is an important element in maintaining a healthy
economy and that the Council should have some kind of entrepreneurial goal.
The proposed revised goals are presented in the main text and are listed here
as well.
Proposed Economic Goals
To have a Region with the following characteristics in 2000:
o Economic development that keeps pace with growth in the labor force and
enhances the Region-s standard of living --measured by growth in jobs, income
per household and tax base.
o High rankings nationally in education and income, and low rankings in .
unemployment rates and number of persons below poverty level.
o A range of economic opportunities for persons of all ages, income, training
and educational background in the Region.
o A diverse metropolitan economy strong enough to support high quality in
public services and the accomplishment of MDF goals for the Region.
o A regional economic development climate that encourages business development
and entrepreneurial activities.
o A strong agricultural economy in the rural area.
POLICIES DISCUSSION
In the past, the Metropolitan Council has reviewed plans and projects according
to policies related to the protection and efficient utilization of the four
metropolitan systems (air transportation, surface transportation, parks and
open space and sewers), iocational factors associated with urban versus rural
service areas, and the preservation of the natural environment. For the most
part, economic development impacts have not been considered in this equation.
How are economic growth and development issues explicity taken into consider-
ation in the Council's current MDF policies?
One goal and a number of policies express concerns for maintaining a healthy
regional economy, but explicit steps are not taken to make that happen, nor are
regional priorities given to economic growth. Housing, the environment and
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land use issues appear to have more importance in most instances. For the
Fully Developed Area, one policy emphasizes the importance of redevelopment
over environmental concerns. The MDF does have some implicit economic develop-
ment policies. Maintenance of the regional systems to serve existing devel-
opment is important. Reinvestment in the Fully Developed Area and the Metro
Centers is also emphasized. In these policy areas, jobs and economic develop-
ment are perhaps bigger issues than servicing residential development. A brief
discussion of relevant existing MDF policies follows:
MDF Policy No. 12:
The Council will work with appropriate agencies to establish an environ-
mentally sensitive planning process that achieves environmental protection
through comprehensive plans instead of individual project reviews. The
objective is to waive environmental reviews of individual development pro-
jects if the proposal is consistent with an adopted municipal comprehensive
plan and if that plan is consistent with environmental development plans of
regional, state and federal agencies. Except for public health reasons or
areas designated for environmental protection in comprehensive plans,
economic and development objectives should be dominant over environmental
objectives in the Fully Developed Area.
This policy recognizes that there are equally compelling reasons to achieve
economic development objectives as there are to protect the environment within
the fully developed area. However, implementation through use of comprehensive
plans was difficult to achieve. A basic premise of the policies proposed in
this discussion paper is that economic development concerns should be brought
on par with environmental concerns.
MDF Policy No. 6:
The Region should maintain its diversified economy by retaining its growing
industries and attracting new industries that are suited to the Region's
work force and environment, The agricultural economy should be encouraged
in the Region and opportunities expanded for young farmers.
This is more of a goal than a policy. It contains no explicit actions for the
Council to undertake. As a policy, it is weak; but Policy Nos. 2 and 5
(related to housing and the environment) weaken it even further.
MDF Physical Environment Goal: To have a Region with...
A balance between environmental preservation and the need for residential,
industrial, agriculture and commercial land. Within this balance, the
Region should preserve the natural environment and the functioning of
natural systems, manage the use of natural resoures, and preserve and
protect structures of historical and cultural significance.
This is an important goal, but when viewed through Policy No. 5, which follows,
one wonders how the balance is to be struck. Again, current policies are not
geared to actions or decisions by the Council,
MDF Policy No. 5:
Land uses should be primarily determined by natural characteristics of the
land and the availability of urban services. Urban development should not
impair the functioning of vital natural systems.
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Even though the need for residential, industrial, agricultural and commercial
land is recognized, this policy indicates (implicitly) that the environment and I
the availability of services are more important than "market" demand in
determining land use.
MDF Policy No. 2:
Reinvestment required for replacement and maintenance of metropolitan
systems serving existing development should have priority over investment
for expansion except where analysis shows a shortage of land with urban
services could seriously affect housing costs.
The Council"s primary tools for regional planning are investments in the
regional systems. Here, the priorities for reinvestment and maintenance of the
systems should serve economic growth and development well (within the MUSA),
because that is where the bulk of business growth takes place. However, the
exception (at the end of the policy) moves concerns away from such development
in favor of residential development on the edge of the MUSA.
Two Metropolitan Investment Framework (MIF) policies also deal with investments
in the regional systems. They belong more appropriately in the MDF than the
MIF.
MIF Policy No. 9:
Within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA) and the Freestanding
Growth Centers, priorities for capital projects for metropolitan systems
will be based on the following hierarchy:
a. Maintenance, replacement and achievement of minimum service standards
identified in policy plans (by Metropolitan Development Framework policy
areas, whenever possible);
b. Extension of a metropolitan system where growth projected in the
Metropolitan Development Framework is limited by a shortage in the
service;
c. Extension of a metropolitan system to a Metropolitan Development
Framework sector/policy subarea where other public services are already
planned or in place;
d. Extension of the first metropolitan system to a Metropolitan Development
Framework sector/policy subarea.
MIF Policy No. 10:
In reviewing proposals to expand the MUSA, the Council will consider: 1)
the additional population that can be accommodated by existng metropolitan
systems in the appropriate sector; 2) recent population trends in all
sectors; 3) the least cost among sectors for providing a complete system of
basic public services; and 4) the most recent estimates of developable land
for urbanization in each sector.
Even with the MIF policies, the emphasis
responding to residential demand, without
business demands.
is on maintaining the systems and
specific consideration given to
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MDF Policy No. 3:
Regional shopping, employment, cultural, entertainment, governmental and
high -density residential facilities should be clustered in centers
convenient to the metropolitan transportation system.
This is the Council-s concept of major diversified centers. The MDF takes no
further steps to make them happen and, in fact (with perhaps the notable
exception of Southdale), they did not develop. There are major concentrations
of commercial development, but they did not occur in the same areas as the
major retail centers (the centers of the Council-s diversified centers).
MDF Policy No. 4:
A choice of living and working opportunities in the Region should be
available to everyone. Opportunities should be increased for low- and
moderate -income persons to live in the suburbs, and middle- and upper -income
housing should be developed in the central cities.
Council housing policies have attempted to make housing available in the sub-
urbs where jobs are likely to be, but the Council has no policies that discuss
how to develop working opportunities for the poor or the possibility of getting
jobs near where they live.
What conclusion is to be drawn from the Council-s "economic development"
experience under its current policies? The Council recognizes the importance
of the regional economy to the well-being of the Region-s residents, but has
not been willing to follow through and explicity encourage economic development
in the face of other demands and pressures.
With this discussion paper, the Council is making economic development impacts
a relevant factor in its decision -making process. The Council is proposing
economic policies to help the Region achieve some of the goals discussed in the
attached policy paper. First, it is necessary to give economic development
more visibility in the MDF areawide policies. The policies discussed above are
reordered and rewritten in the "Proposed Policies" section. New, more explicit
policies are proposed as well. The proposed policies reflect the increased
visibility of economic development impacts.
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APPENDIX 8
TWIN CITIES METROPOLITAN AREA COMMUNITIES
THAT AUTHORIZED THE USE OF INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS,
BY COUNTY,
1970-1982
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County
Community
County
Community
Anoka
Andover*
Hennepin
Loretto
Anoka*
(Cont.)
Maple Grove*
Blaine*
Maple Plain**
Columbia Heights*
Medina
Coon Rapids*
Minneapolis HRA*
Fridley*
Minneapolis*
Ham Lake
Minnetonka*
Lino Lakes*
New Hope*
Ramsey*
Orono*
Spring Lake Park*
Plymouth*
Richfield*
Carver
Chanhassen*
Robbinsdale*
Chaska*
Rogers
Norwood
St. Anthony*
Victoria*
St. Louis Park*
Waconia*
Watertown
Ramsey
Arden Hills*
Gem Lake*
Dakota
Apple Valley*
Lauderdale*
Burnsville*
Little Canada*
Coates
Maplewood*
Eagan*
Mounds View*
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Hampton
New Brighton*
Hastings*
North St. Paul*
Inver Grove Heights*
Roseville* .
Lakeville*
St. Paul HRA*
LilydaIe*
St. Paul Port Authority*
Mendota Heights*
Shoreview*
Rosemount*
Vadnais Heights*
South St. Paul HRA*
White Bear Lake*
South St. Paul*
West St. Paul*
Scott
Bell Plaine*
Jordan*
Hennepin
Bloomington HRA*
Prior Lake*
Bloomington*
Savage*
Brooklyn Center*
Scott County
Brooklyn Park*
Shakopee*
Champlin*
Crystal*
Washington
Bayport*
Eden Prairie*
Cottage Grove*
Edina*
Forest Lake*
Golden Valley*
Lake Elmo*
Hassan
Newport*
Hopkins*
Oakdale*
Long Lake*
Stillwater*
Woodbury*
*Municipality lies within Metropolitan
Urban Service
Area (MUSA), is a
Freestanding Growth Center, or both.
**Proposed
Freestanding Growth Center,
County
Anoka
TWIN CITIES METROPOLITAN AREA COMMUNITIES AND
TOWNSHIPS NOT USING INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS
AS AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TOOL
Community County Community
Bethel
Burns Twp.
Centerville
Circle Pines*
Columbus Twp.
East Bethel
Hilltop*
Lexington*
Linwood Twp.
Oak Grove Twp.
St. Francis**
Carver Benton Twp.
Camden Twp.
Carver
Chaska Twp.
Cologne
Dahlgren Twp.
Hamburg
Hancock Twp.
Hollywood Twp.
Mayer
New Germany
San Francisco Twp.
Waconia Twp.
Watertown Twp.
Young America
Young America Twp.
Dakota Castel Rock Twp.
Douglas Twp.
Empire Twp.
Eureka Twp.
Farmington*
Greenvale Twp.
Hampton Twp.
Marshan Twp.
Mendota*
Miesviile
New Trier
Nininger Twp.
Randolph
Randolph Twp.
Ravenna Twp.
Sciota Twp.
Sunfish Lake*
Vermillion
Vermillion Twp.
Waterford Twp.
*Municipality lies within Metropolitan
Freestanding Growth Center, or both.
**Proposed Freestanding Growth Center.
Hennepin Corcoran
Dayton
Deephaven*
Excelsior*
Greenfield
Greenwood*
Hanover
Independence
Medicine Lake*
Minnetonka Beach*
Minnetrista*
hb,md*
Osseo*
Rockford
St. Bonifacius
Shorewood*
Spring Park*
Tonka Bay*
Wayzata*
Woodland*
Ramsey Falcon Heights*
North Oaks*
White Bear Twp.*
Scott Belle Plaine Twp.
Blakeley Twp.
Cedar Lake Twp.
Credit River Twp.
Elko
Helena Twp.
Jackson Twp.
Louisville Twp.
New Market
New Market Twp.
St. Lawrence Twp.
Sand Creek Twp.
Spring Lake Twp.
Urban Service Area (MUSA), is a
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TWIN CITIES METROPOLITAN AREA COMMUNITIES AND
TOWNSHIPS NOT USING INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS
AS AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TOOL (Cont.)
County Community
Washington Afton
Baytown Twp.
Birchwood*
Dellwood
Denmark Twp.
Forest Lake Twp.
Grant Twp.
Grey Cloud Twp.
Hugo
Lakeland
Lake St. Croix Beach
Lakeland Shore
Landfall*
Mahtomedi*
Marine on St. Croix
Map Twp.
New Scandia Twp.
Oak Park Heights*
Pine Springs*
St. Mary"s Point
St. Paul Park*
Stillwater Twp.
West Lakeland Twp.
Willernie*
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DOCUMENTS FOR BACKGROUND INFORMATION
— A Critique of Metropolitan Council Policies. Economic Technical Advisory
cowl ttee, c
Availability of Developable Commercial/Industrial Land. Economic Technical
v sory onmm ee, u y
Recommendations on Future Economic Advisory Committees. Economic Technical
v sory onm ee, u y
Business Location Study. July 22, 1981.
Competitive Advantages of the Twin es Economy. Oct. 1982.
Availability of Investment Lapital in the Twin Cities Area. April 1983.
Manufacturing Changes in the Twin Cities Economy. April 1983.
Metropolitan Area Commercial Development. March 17, 1983.
Background for Developing Economic Policies Pertaining to the Poor and
EZEnen�p oye . une ;
Position Paper on Tax -Exempt Financing as an Economic Development Tool.
August •
10.14.83 \
BM782Y, PNDEVI
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association of
metropolitan
municipalities
tI{CEIVED
CITY OF
/'!0U IDS VIEW
October 27, 1933
TO: APSN Member Cities
/.layers and Managers/Administrators
FRO,%'. John T. Irving, President
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities
The enclosed statement of comments and recommendations concerning
the Metropolitan Council's proposed Interim Economic Policies was
developed by the AF;;4 Revenue Committee and will be considereq by
the Board of Directors at their November 3, 1983 meeting. The
public ho.uiny on these lemlic•ics will be held at the Metropolitan
Council Chambers at 7:00 P.M., November 16, 1983. Your city has
already received the proposed policies from the Metropolitan Council.
We would urge individual cities to either appear at the public hearing
or submit written comments by December 1, 1983 concerning these policies.
A copy of your comments to the AMPI Office would be appreciated.
Although the AMs•1 Board has not officially acted upon this position, we
did feel it important to provide your city a copy of the committee
report in time for your first November council meeting.
. , .L pdn!, minntyuLI ;:. If) 1 (GI.'.( !!i ih(J0
ASSOCIATION ()1' METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIES
COMMENTS RE:
PROPOSED RETROPOUTAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMEN'P POLICIES
A. GENERAL COMMENTS
The role Of the MotrvpOlitan Council in thr. pant 15 years has been one of planning
and shaping through that planning effort the physical development of the Twin City
Area. With few except ions, the council has maintained that role. Through the
adoption of the Metropolitan Land Planning Act of 1976, the council and the cities
of the area have in fact, developed a large scale growth plan which will control
the investment needed for the major systems of sower, transportation, parks, and
airports. Council policies to date have Leon aim±d prG.urilg at the economics of
providing physical support systems in a controlled manner rather than random fashion
yet maintaining tho ability to encourage growth not stifle it. This system has '
worked. Although, the entrepreneurial aspect of economic development and job creati
has not been specifically delineated in policy, it certainly has been discussed in
terms of the four systems policies effect upon the ability to develop. To recognize
in policy the need to consider economic development impact along with the physical
systems development is good. The Metropolitan Council in its planning and informati
gathering role for the physical systems can and should provide data concerned with
economic development needs and patterns. however, because of the vast number of
already existiny programs and agencies involved with promoting economic development
and job creation, the council should show restraint and limit its role to one of
economic planning as per the 1974 Metropolitan Reorganization Act rather than
operations of new and overlapping economic programs.
B. SPECIFIC POLICY COMENTS
1. AREA WIDE ECONOMIC POLICIES A, B, C, D, AND E
Area Wide Economic Policies A through E are a restatement of current Development
Framework policies with the addition of consideration for area economic developme,
needs.
COMMENT: These policies are supported. Recognition of economic development
r.On.siderations while discussing the impact of various proposals on the four
physical systems is sound.
POLICY F. Includes Economic Impact and Fiscal Alternative Assessments or
Public/Private Cost Sharing in the general review of project impacts on the.
physical systems.
COMMENT. Although commentary with this policy indicates that it is not intended
to add significantly to the review process, the policy itself taken literally
could open the door to major time consuming and costly reviews that could be
initiated by the council or demanded by competing interests. The policy is too
open ended, in that there are not guidelines or criteria establishing what or
how to gage impact. Typically, developers and cities have thoroughly investigate
the economic impact of projects and that data is made available during the norma:
review process. Policy Eleven of the Investment Framework provides adequate
opportunity for conunrnt.
CPA:
Z. POLICA'S' PON CUURDINATING ECONOMIC DEVE10PM1:NT
p0bicr G. Encourage Coordination of Economic llevelopnx? in the Reg.ic 1
policy provi,lr:: that the council nwhe available rcylomil economic data, lane o
employuKnit, business and labor force infurnwition.
Cl1MAlEN'1': Thi:: policy is supported. Thu council currently is involved in
gathering and diseminating much of this data. In its planning and review role,
it has the ability to package and comment on those issues beyond merely physical
development and should do so.
POLICY H. Sponsor Research, Task Force and Forums Focusing on Regional Economic
Issues.
COPMLN9': '/'he tasks as outlined in this policy are appropriate for the council's
statutory planning role. However, caution should be used to not re -invent the
wheel. Research and Forums should be in conjunction with and not overlaping
activities being accomplished already by state and other private organizations
as mentioned in the supporting data.
poL.ICY I. Education and Retraining.
C01•IMENT: To the extent that the council carries out research as to who may be
doing what and synthesizes data on employment needs based on other policy tasks
and reports this information; this policy is supported. However, if the intent
is to become ultimately involved in establishing or operating training programs
in the metropolitan area, the policy is strongly opposed. The state is acs
aware of training and retraining needs. They are involved and committed t
area. It is sere appropriately handled by the stare and the states educational
facilities.
POLICY J. Monitor Economic Development and Measure Covernment Porgram Impacts.
CoMIIENT: This policy is appropriate for the Metropolitan Council Planning role.
3. BUSINESS FINANCING POLICY
POLICY E. Encourage expanded use of financing programs in communities that desir
council involement. This policy provides for council implementation of financing
programs to make capital available to primarily small businesses. Two programs,
an SBA 503 corporation and issuance of Industrial Development Revenue Bonds, are
proposed. The council states that initially it intends to examine these programs
but will implement them at a future time if needed.
COMMENT: This policy is strongly opposed for the following reasons:
a) Need. The need for council involvementin sponsoring either of these
programs has not been shown. The basis for 503 is that only 3 cities have
one, scvaral outstate regions have or are applying for one, and 100 of 600
regions in the nation have SBA 503 programs. The State of Minnesota currentl
has a 503 program in place that can be utilized by any city. Cities may in
fact apply for 503 if they have a need or desire. The council to this
has not indicated that any city or developer has requested or suggeste
need for a council program. Finally, at some point in the future the
council could find itself in an uncomfortable position of being in the middle
of competition between two or more cities over a particular project. The bas
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for the MY proyram appears to be nemewhat opposite the 503. Rather than a lac
of cities participatiny, Lhort. are 70% of the RUSA area cities using Il1Us,
therefore there smut hie a need. The ability to pool, thus providing financiny
for smaller or borderline projects,has also boon indicated as a need.
Exporicnce and research will show that developers have not been bashful in
requesting I'8us, 70% of the cities have used them and sous have developed stric
criteria. No research has bean /one an to why 30% have not, but it in clear
they could il' thuru was a nrcd. The ability to puol exists through existing
port authoriCion and cilie., do have the ability to requost port authority
designation. Finally, t.ho council has not indicated any city or developer
that has requested council isnu.uuno of IRlis. The list of cities participatiny
in IRH issuance would indicate that si•ro of city is not a barrier.
b) Loyal AuthurRy. Y'he council has received two opinions in this area. Ono
indicates thatthc authority exists, whereas, the other tends to cast doubt._
Unless the council obtains clear stdtutory authority, it should not become
involved as in operatiny finance agency.
c) Competition. The councils role as an overall planning and technical
assistance agency has allowed it to basically remain aloof from day to day
normal competion among cities for tax base growth. This posture has allowed
the council to be very successful in coordinating metropolitan development to
maxisti.zo use of r•cyaiunal founds for development of regional systems. City
officials have coax: to accept this role. If the council puts itself into a
new role of operating agency with ability to directly influence who and what
develops and where, it soon may become embroiled in competitive battles and
lose its overall effectiveness.
d) Operational versus planning. The Metropolitan Council was conceived as a
planning and coordinating agency. The implementation and operating role in
the four systems (Sewer, Transporation, Parks, and Airports) was specifically
and intentionally kept separate. The one exception of the HRA as an operating
function of the council, was only done after extensive and thorough research
into needs and to be able to implement Pederal programs. The council can be
effective in promoting economic development through its planning, research, '
and technical assistance tasks. The documentation established so far in
support of these policies clearly indicate that there are many tools
available for current operating agencies to accomplish the goals set forth -
for economic development of this region.
4. ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY POLICY
POLICY L. Encourage Public and Private Sectors to improve access to jobs for the
poor and unemployed.
COMMENT: This policy provides the gathering of statistics to primarily augment
existing policies in the physical development areas and is appropriate as a
planning function.
C. RECOMMENDATION:
Policy R should be eliminated. The council shouldconcentrate its efforts in the other
policy areas of planning and research. It especially should implement policy J to
determine if new programs are needed. Until tilts is done, there is no basis and
no facts supporting the need for a council sponsored finance agency.
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policy F uhould be eliminated or at 1easL nodified to reflect Language
similar to 1'nv(.,stnjent Franmwork Pol.tey 11. S1te issue of 'what is involved'
in Economic Impact Reviews, Fiscal Alternatives Assessments, and Cost
sharing ayrooments should be thorouyhly studied with specific criteria
established prior to developing yencral policy statements that could
have significant Impact.
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MEMO TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Director of Public works/Community Development
DATE: November 3, 1983
SUBJECT: DRAFT ORDINANCE• NOS. 150 AND 351 FOR WETLAND
BOUNDARY ALTERATIONS WITHIN MILLER INDUSTRIAL PARK
Attached are copies of proposed Ordinance Nos. 350 and 351
prepared as directed by the City Council at their October 24,
1983 meeting. Also attached is a copy of the letter dated
October 31, 1983 from Braun Environmental Laboratories responding
to the questions raised at the October 24, 1983 meeting. I
have been in touch with Mr. Tom Peterson of the Ramsey Soil and
Water Conservation Service and a letter will be forthcoming to
the City prior to Monday's Council meeting. As soon as the
letter is received, copies will be distributed to the Council.
Also attached is a copy of the wetland boundary map referred to
as Exhibit 1 at the public hearing held on October 24, 1983.
On that boundary map the areas have been highlighted to indicate
the differences between the Braun report, the Barr report and
those areas regulated by the current ordinance. This map is the
preliminary document and a final document will be prepared to
be attached to the first and second reading of the ordinance and
for publication purposes.
If you have any questions on the attached material, please
contact me.
JCJ/bc
Attachments
P.S. Letter from Ramsey Soil and Water Conservation District
dated November 2, 1983 has been received and is attached.
ORDINANCE NO. 350
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 48 OF THE MOUNDS VIEW
MUNICIPAL. CODE ENTITLED, "WETLAND ZONING ORDINANCE"
The City Council of the City of Mounds View, does hereby
ordain:
SECTION I. The wetland zoning district map as established
in 48.15, Subdivision 1 of the Municipal Code, is hereby amended
by removing Wetland I.D. No. 1-22 from the wetland zoning
district map.
SECTION II. This ordinance shall take effect thirty days
after the date of its publication.
Read by the Council of the City of Mounds View on the 14th
day of November, 1983.
Read and passed by the Council of the City of Mounds View
this day of November, 1983.
ATTEST:
Mayor
(SEAL.)
Clerk —Administrator
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Attorney`
ORDINANCE NO. 351
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNIiSOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 48 OF THE MOUNDS VIEW
MUNICIPAL. CODE ENTITLED, "WETLAND ZONING ORDINANCE"
The City Council of the City of Mounds View does hereby
ordain:
SECTION I. The wetland zoning district map as established
in 48.15, Subdivision I of the Municipal Code, is hereby amended
by redelineating the wetland boundary for Wetland I.D. No. 1-23
as per the attached exhibit.
SECTION II. This ordinance shall take effect thirty days
after the date of its publication.
Read by the Council of the City of Mounds View on the 14th
day of November, 1983. 111
Read and passed by the Council of the City of Mounds View
this day of November, 1983.
ATTEST:
Mayor
(SEAL)
Clerk -Administrator
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Attorney
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Mounds View, MN 55112
Dear Ma. Johnson:
This letter is in reference to your telephone request regarding
the wetland evaluation report delivered to the City Council of
Mounds View on September 26, 1983. Specifically the question was
whether the 1.1 acres of land referred to as 1-22 in the Miller
property functions as a wetland.
A wetlands capabilities include 1), the ability of the vegetation
to remove nutrients from surface water runoff which flows through
the area 2), the ability of the area to retain water ariai.ng from
surface runoff for a period of time and, 31 the ability of the
area to support those, types of wildlife requiring a wetland
habitat.
This area (1-22) has vegetation typical of a wetland and there-
fore falls within the definition used to classify wetland areas.
However, this area does not function as a typical wetland. Most
wetlands perform their functions for a larger geographic area
outside of their own boundaries. They retain surface water
runoff from the larger area. They remove nutrients from surface
water runoff that occurs over a large area and becomes con-
centrated in a wetland. They provide habitat for wildlife wnich
utilize the wetland as a home or base area from which thoy roam
and inhabit » much larger area.
Because of the limitations placed on 1-22 such as being
surrounded by roads and being landlocked, this area is not able
to act as a wetland for a larger geographic area, and rather only
serves that small portion which is in the northwest voroer of the
property. The small size of the area in question greatly li.mits
its ability to store water from surface runoff other than that
which falls within its own boundaries. It's small size and land
locked condition greatly limits it's ablility to remove nutrients
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from Ourfuce water runoff other than that which fal.to within it's
own boundaries. During our field investigation there was no evi-
dence that this wetland was used by wildlife which require a !'
wetland habitat. Purthermore, encroachment in the area by pioneer
species and vegetation typical of (trier areas suggests that wha-
tever limited capabilities this area has to function as a wetland
is decreasing. Because of the limited size and the land locked
condition of this parcel, it does not perform the functions of a
wetland in the typical setting in which wetlands operate. In
fact, one must stretch a point to even say that it functions as a
wetland for the small area within its boundaries.
One can look at the situation in another way.and determine the
size of wetland area necessary to provide wetland functions to
the area (basin) located in the northwest corner of the property.
By any standard this area would be .2 to .4 acres which is
significantly less than the .9 acre cutoff used as a lower limit
when identifying wetlands. It is interesting to note that the
DNR (which classifies wetlands type III, IV and V) does not
consider wetlands of less than 2.5 acres to be large enough to
warrant classification as a wetland. Personal communication with
the DNR ( Bruce Gerbig ) revealed that they would not consider
1-22 large enough to warrant a wetland classification.
Another approach to evaluating this situation would be to calcu-
late the amount of water storage capacity required to handle
runoff from this basin. On this basis X number of acre feet of
storage would be required and could be provided by a pond incor-
porated into the design of the development. This pond would then
perform the functions currently being provided on this parcel
which is temporary storage or retainage of water which falls
directly on this area, nutrient removal from water which falls
directly on this area. Since no habitat for wildlife is
currently being provided a pond could only be a plus In that
regard.
When the area identified as 1-22 was originally identified as a
wetland I'm sure that the only criteria used were vegetative spe-
cies typical of a wetland area. Because of the large area which
needed to be mapped at that time, detailed attention wasnot
likely given to each individual area and more specifically. to
very small areas. Usually when maps such as this (wetland,
soils, vegetation, etc.) are prepared they are prepared for a
large area -wide scale evaluation which then is made more specific
on a site by site basis, I feel confident that when this area was
originally mapped little attention was given to whether or not
1-22 functioned as a.wetland, the value of thie area as a wetland
and the transitional nature of this wetland becauca of the
encroachment of succession species.
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ENVIRONMENTAL LABORATORIES
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If you should have any further questions or if I can he of
further assistance to you, please contact me at your convenience.
Sincerely yours,
BRAUN ENGINEERING TESTING, INC.
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Roger V. Blomquist, Ph.D.
Vice President
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RAMSEY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
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SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICTS
Date: November 2, 1983
To: Mounds View City Council „y
City Hall - 21,,01 NE Highway 10
From: Ramsey Soil and Water Conservation Permit Review Committee .
Subject: Request for clarification of the status of wetland 1-22.�
Under present conditions, wetland 1-22 has little, if any, function
as a nutrient assimilative instrument due to its small natural drainage area.
Likewise its stormwater storage function is of little value under present
hydrologic conditions. Waterfowl production potential under present conditions
Is also poor. The area does, however, exhibit approximately 1.1 acres of Type
'I wetland habitat.
The District believes that if wetland 1-22 were protected from development
and not actively managed and or maintained in a wetland condition, the area could
become a dumping ground and not serve in the public's best interest. Mr. Miller's
Phase 1 development proposal provides for the creation of a multi -habitat wetland
condition in an area presently under upland conditions. This proposed facility
should adequately replace W possible functions lost by the elimination of the
1.1 acres of Type II wetland habitat designated as wetland 1-22, and, therefore,
would be in the public's best interest.
The District suggests that prior to approval of the Phase 1 proposal, a
letter from the Rice Creek Watershed District be requested as to their interest
and or concerns relating to the management of Judicial Ditch 1. As is stated in
previous District communications, the future of Judicial Ditch 1 could have grent
bearinp, on future wetland conditions on the Miller property.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY DAPLOYEH
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MEMO TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Director oC Public Works/Community Development
DATV: NOVClllber 3, 1983
SUBJECT: STATUS REPOR'1' ON LONG LAKE ROAD DITCH IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT 1982-2
AtLached .is a copy of a letter daLed November. 2, 1983 from
Ms. Sharon Rushton, an associate of Attorney Meyers. The letter
recommends that certain actions be taken to exercise the City's
rights under the contract and bond posted on the Long Lake Road
Ditch Project by the contractor.
As some of you may be aware, this project has been left
uncompleted since June of 1982. All attempts to get the
contractor and/or bond company to complete the project have
failed. Staff previously requested Council to authorize to
proceed to complete the project.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends to the Council that authoriza-
P'\ tion be given to do the following items:
I. Proceed per the guidance outlined in the letter dated
November 2nd from Sharon Rushton.
2. Authorize staff to direct Short -Elliott -Hendrickson to
prepare necessary bid documents and assist in project
administration as necessary to see through the completion.
3. Authorize staff to direct Short -Elliott -Hendrickson to
perform necessary field surveys of the project area to
determine the exact amount of work necessary to complete
the project.
9. Authorize staff, to notify and, if necessary, initiate law
suits against either the bond company or the contractor
to cover the City's costs.
5. Authorize staff to use S.N.M. funds to complete the work
and cover the expenses of completing the work. Said
funds will be reimbursed by proceeds from the bond company,
the contractor or any resultant law suit.
JCJ/bc
Attachment
CC: Ms. Sharon Rushton
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Mr. John Johnson
City of Mounds view 1983
2401 Highway 10
Mounds View, L11 55112 tlfy OF
RE: Long Lake Road Ditch Construction ,, L10Mounds Ui'05 VIEIY t�'
Our File1ew No.P1733cot No. 82-2
Dear Mr. Johnson:
At the request of Richard Meyers, I have reviewed the city attorney file
for the Long Lake Road Ditch Construction project. In addition, I have
reviewed the construction specifications and the performance bond issued
in this project by American Druggist Insurance.
Also, I have discussed this matter with you and with Dan 0oxrud on the
telephone. It is my understanding that this is a project which the city
desires to have completed and that the winter season is the best time to
perform the job.
with the terms of the contract and the goals of the city in mind, I
recamiend at this time that you take the following steps:
1. Notify American Druggist Insurance Company through it's claim
representative, Midwest Surety Services, that the city intends to
take over and ccnplete the project 7 days from the date of the
letter;
2. At the end of the 7 day period begin the solicitation of bids for
the omupletion of the project. These bids should be sought on a
firm basis so that we receive a committed lop sum figure which
would only be subject to change in the event that the
specifications for the project were changed;
3. Obtain from the engineer on the project an estimate of his
additional billing for the ompletion of the project.
After these numbers have been obtained, the file should be reviewed to
determine what, if any, charges the city has already paid that are in
excess of what their costs would have been had the contract been
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oampleted according to schedule. The bid amount plus the estimated
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November 2, 1983
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engincering costs and the additional costs to the city which have
already been paid should be added together and reduced by the unpaid
portion of the contract price. The remaining balance should be
submitted to the American Druggist Insurance CcuTony with a demand to
pay that figure. 'Mis should be done through our office.
When considering the bids on this project I would remind you that the
performance bond was purchased in the amount of the original contract
which was $11,962.74; in the event that the costs to complete this work
exceed that amount of money, the city will have to look to the original
contractor for crnpensation.
In reviewing the file and in talking with you about this project, I see
that the city had retained a consulting engineer from the firm of Short-Elliott-Iienderickson, Inc. when this project initially began.
Perhaps for the purpose of keeping a clear and accurate record of the
additional engineering costs which would be attibutable to this project,
the city should consider continuing the use of a consulting engineer to
complete this project.
After we have obtained the appropriate dollar figure and node the demand
ror payment from American Druggist Insurance we will he in a position to
aymrnce a lawsuit based on their failure to pay according to our demand.
If you have any questions regarding this recommendation please call me.
Yours truly,
RUS & KArM
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SWR/sly Sharon W Rushton
cv: Richard Meyers
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MEMO TO: Clerk -Administrator. & City Council
FROM: Building Inspector
DATE: November 2, 1983 1#1
RE: Substantial completion of Development Agrecment
78-25 with'Mounds View Development Co. #1
All the improvements included under Development Agreement 78-25
with Mounds View Development Company N] have been completed
and approved. To date development and completion of all but
one lot has occured with the last lot under construction.
The developer has requested release of his development security
because he has substantially completed the terms of the
Development Agreement subject to the last lot which presently
being built by another party. Based on your previous action
with the Groveland Terrace subdivision and Development Agreement,
staff would recommend approval of substantial completion and
release of the Development securities.
RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff to draft the necessary resolution
of approval of completion of Development Agreement 78-25 for
your next meeting on 11-14-83.
SAR/mb
Attachments: letter of request
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November 3, 1983
City of Mounds View
I request the return of my security development funds for
Mounds View Development Company Number 1. The project is complete.
Kenneth Thornton
President
Mounds View Development Company
MEMO TO: Clerk -Administrator and City Cnuncil
FROM: Building Inspector
DATE: November 3, 1983
SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 82-52
WITH M 6 E REALTY
Stall has completed its review of the 8 unit condominium building
a•, it pertains to zoning and building rode and fire sprinkling
requirements. As part of that review, as you are aware, we
considered many different definitions and revisions to Appendix E
as well as a potential whole new ordinance regarding sprinkling.
The above considered changes to sprinkling requirements, however,
were not staff's first choice or preference with regard to
potential liability for the City.
The recommendation contained in this memo became available after
further clarification from the State Building Code regarding
their interpretations. The recommendation would be the following.
Amend Development Agreement No. 82-52, which includes the final
plat Silver Lake Woods, to allow minor subdivision of the
remaining 20 8-unit condominium lots. The subdivision would occur
approximately in the center of the two separate 4-unit buildings
with a zero setback construction. Necessary action by the City
Council would be to allow minor subdivision of the lots via an
amendment to the development agreement allowing the Clerk -
Administrator to approve the minor subdivision as requested at the
time of permit application. Location of the line would change
depending on the configuration of the building for the lot in
+ question.
The minor subdivision of the lot still creates code conforming
lots for both area and width and the zero setback construction is
allowed under the planned unit development residential section of
the Code. This revision comes recommended to you by City staff
including the City Attorney if you want to consider relief to
Marvin H. Anderson Construction Co. regarding the sprinkler
requirements of Appendix E. A copy of a proposed subdivision will
be available at your meeting.
RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff to draft a resolution amending
Development Agreement No. 82-52 to allow minor subdivision of the
remaining 8-unit condominium lots. Approval of each subdivision
would occur at the time the permit is requested for each lot by
the Clerk -Administrator. The actual amendment will clarify the
parameters of this direction by you, the City Council.
If you have any questions, please contact me.
SAR/bc
MEMO TO: Mayor. and CounciI / L
�0/' FROM: Finance Director -Treasurer
^ DATE: November 3, 1983
RE: Financial Consultant Proposals
After the presentation of the Special Assessment Debt Service
Study by DeLaHunt Voto and Company, Council directed staff to
discuss the possibility of a cash defeasance of the bonds in the
Improvement Bond Redemption Fund with financial consulting firms
and to receive from them proposals for financial consulting
services. Two meetings were held with the following firms:
1. Miller and Schroeder Municipals, Inc.
2. Juran and Moody, Inc,
3. Public Financial Systems
4. Springsted, Inc.
At the first meeting, the Debt Study was discussed and each firm
received a copy of the report. Firms were advised that the city
was seriously investigating the possibility of defeasance, as
outlined in the study, and that the city was requesting written
proposals on defeasance and financial consulting services.
A second meeting was held with each firm to receive and discuss
their proposals. Two firms, Miller and Schroeder Municipals,
Inc. and Juran and Moody, Inc. did not present written proposals
for defeasance as requested. Instead, they made verbal
presentations. We, therefore, did not give their proposals
serious consideration and would recommend that Council consider
only the proposals of Springsted, Inc. and Public Financial
Systems.
Both Springsted, Inc. and Public Financial Systems stated that a
cash defeasance of the bonds in the Improvement Bond Redemption
Fund was feasible. There was also agreement that the benefit to
the city was directly proportional to the interest rates
available on investments the City is permitted by law to make.
Based upon the Springsted, Inc. analysis, the total investment
required for a defeasance would be $2,599,341 which would result
in approximately $850,000 of excess money in the Improvement Bond
Fund. The analysis of Public Financial Systems indicated that
the total investment required for a defeasance would be
$2,589,050 which would result in approximately $860,000 of excess
money in the Improvement Bond Fund. Each firm was quick to point
out that their analysis was based upon interest rates available
at the time their analysis was performed and that actual results
would be of greater or lessor amounts depending upon the interest
rates availablet at the time a defeasance was actually performed.
Public Financial Systems estimates total costs for defeasance to
be $10,000 - $15,000. Their fee would not exceed $2,400.
Springsted, Inc. estimates total costs for defeasance to be
$10,000 - $15,000. Their fee would not exceed $5,000.
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After the written proposals were received and the presentations
were made, staff contacted five to six references which had been
provided by each firm. The references included staff members of
client cities and bond attorneys. These reference checks
provided the following profiles of each firm.
Public Financial Systems was founded in 1981. The principals of
the firm were previously heads of divisions of another Minnesota
based financial consulting firm. Public Financial Systems has
been described as a young, aggressive, and growing firm that
seeks new and innovative financing methods for their clients.
They have a respectable list of clients. References contacted
stated that they would do a good job for the City.
Springsted, Inc. is a well established financial consulting
firm. It was founded approximately fifty years ago. In terms of
the number of bond issues handled for clients, it is the largest
firm in Minnesota and the nation. Sprinsted, Inc. has been
described as a very professional firm. References state that
they tend toward conservatism in their financing metods. They
have a very respectable list of clients. References contacted
stated that they would do a very good job for the City.
Fees charged by consulting firms for bond issues are calculated
on the basis of the size of the issue. The fee schedules of
Springsted, Inc. and Public Financial Systems, although based �I
upon the size of a bond issue, are not directly comparable as
each uses a different formula to calculate their fee. In order l_�
to provide a comparison, the fees of each firm for a $1,500 000
and a $3,500,000 issue were calculated and are listed below. In
addition, the fees of our present financial consultant were also
calculated.
FEES FOR A $1,500,000 BOND ISSUE
Public Financial Systems $1, 9,500
Springsted, Inc. 13,0900
Ehlers 6 Assoc., Inc.
FEES FOR A $3,500,000 BOND ISSUE
Public Financial Systems $135
00
Springsted, Inc. 1, 5,700
00
Ehlers 6 Assoc., Inc.
The Clerk -Administrator and I were very impressed with the
technical competence of Springsted, Inc. staff members and the
professionalism of both their written proposal and their
presentation of it. They seemed to be the most technically
competent and were honest and straight forward in their dealings
with us. In answering our questions, they presented us with
their professional opinions and not "what we wanted to hear". In
our judgement, Springsted, Inc. appears to be the most qualified
to serve the needs of the City of Mounds View.
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n RECOMMENDA,rION - We recommend that the Council give serious
con.^,ideration to selecting Springsted, Inc. to serve as the
City's financial consultant and to accept their proposal to
advise the City in the matter of defeasance of the bonds in the
Improvement Bond Redemption Fund.
Representatives of Springsted, Inc. and Public Financial Systems
have stated that they would be available to make a presentation
to the Council to assist in the selection of a financial
consultant, it desired. Staff would recommend that if the
Council wishes to interview these two firms, they do so at the
November. 21 agenda session and awaits Council's direction in this
matter.
DB/sl
Enclosures
SPRINGSTED
INCORPORATED
PUBLIC FINANCE
�.� ADVISORS
17 0clober1983
Mr. Donald F. Pouley, Administrator
Mr. Donald Bruges, hinwice Director
City Hall
2401 Highway 10
Mounds View, Minnesula 55112
The opportunity to present a study for the defeUsaace of your Improvement
issues is much appreciated. Mr. Lungness and our computer personnel hove put
together a very thorough and comprehensive study.
It is very difficult to ascertain what our fee will be with the final program(s).
The initialion of the study has nlready involved a substantial amount of time.
We have looked of a number of government securities that are appropriate to
buy at this time. However, we are not certain of your exact cash flow lime
frame. Monies will be available at various tirnes and we are not positive what
tfie precise availability and price of these securities will be. if they are in
short supply, it may indicate too high o price especially if the volume purchased
is relatively large. Each time a security is purchased it will require another
computer run. We want to buy fire most favorable security at the time at the
very best price so a number of substitutions may take place. The securities may
also have to be purchased from different sources and then tied together.
Suffice it to soy that the end product will suit your needs exactly.
Based on an hourly basis, our maximum fee will be $5,000. If our work involves
less time than we now estimate, our fee, will of course, be less.
We would very much like to work with you on this defeasance program as well
as your regular bond work. We do have the experience with defeasing bond
programs and the enclosed provides some insight into that capability. We
guarantee the very best final program.
Cordially,
David L. Goblirsch
Senior vice President
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Enclosure
800 Osborn Building, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102 (612) 222-4241
250 North Sunnyslope Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005 (414) 782.8222 ;'i
SPRINGSTED
INCORPORATED
PUBLIC FINANCE
ADVISORS
14 October 1983
Mr, Donald F. Pauley, Administator
Mr. Donald Brager, Finance Director
City Hall
2401 Highway 10
Mounds View, Minnesota 55112
RE: Defeasonce of Improvement Bond Issues
We have prepared this study for your consideration as a proposal for doing the
defeasonce of the City's Improvement Bond Fund and also as a proposal to be
retained by the City to serve as its financial advisor. The study demonstrates a
Procedure for defeasonce of the five improvement bond issues which were sold
in the years 1965 through 1974 and are included in the common Improvement
Bond Fund. As a separate exhibit we have also shown the cash flow and cash
requirements for the 1981 Improvement Bond Fund, We have not attempted to
make any adjustments to the advance refunding bond issue of 1976. That bond
issue appears to be adequately supported and the interest rates on the
outstanding maturities are lower than rates which could be received today. The
bonds are subject to cull at any interest payment date end therefore if in the
future the cash flow is not adequate to meet the debt service payments, the
City could refund the outstanding bonds by simply calling them and issuing a
new bond issue more structured to the then current projected cash flow. We do
not anticipate any problems will arise with that issue.
In preparing our study we have relied heavily upon the City's 1982 audit and the
Special Assessment Debt Service Study,,, both prepared by DeLaHunt Veto &
Co. Ltd. for information relative to the special assessments and some cash
balances. Upon an actual defeasonce we would carefully verify again the
numbers to make sure that everything is properly structured.
The most significuit part of this study is the defeasance of the Improvement
Bond Fund. Schedules A-1 through A-5 are the semiannual debt service
requirements for each of the individual bond issues. They represent all
remaining debt service as of October I, 1983. Schedule A-6 is the combined
debt service schedule for the Improvement Bond Fund in its entirety.
Schedule B, pages I through 3 shows the defeasonce of the bond issues through
the purchase and cash flow of the securities to be acquired. We hasten to point
out that these are strictly estimates and are based upon prices determined frori;
the Friday, October 7 Wall Street Journal. We used a single source for pricing
which can be verified by the ity if you so desire to check the accuracy of our
` numbers. There are a total of 43 separate securities transactions involved and
therefore it is a very complicated process to determine the most efficient cash
flow for the required escrow account. We have also separated the securities
800 Osborn Building, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102 (612) 222.4241
250 North Sunnyslope Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005 (414) 782-8212
Mr. Donald F. Pauley
Mr. Donald llrager t
14 October 1983
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into three batches representing the various dates in which these bond issues
mature or have interest payments. In reality, at the time a defeasance might
be undertaken, a single escrow account attempting to specify the securities will
result in a more efficient cash flow. By efficiency we mean retaining the
lowest balance at any given time. You will notice that on principal payment
dates file balance is extremely small, but on the semiannual interest payment
dates the balance is increased significantly because of the yield from the
securities. These balances can be invested as they accrue which will result in
even greater earnings to the City. In order to accomplish a true defeasonce the
investment income from those surplus balances cannot be included because they
are not assured.
We have taken the position that in order to have a true defeasance of the five
bond issues, and to free up any surplus moneys in that fund, the cash flow of the
escrow account must always retain a positive balance and that calculation must
be demonstrated at the time the defeasance takes place. This may seem
somewhat conservative but in our opinion this would be the only way the City
could justify the closing of the debt service fund.
Another factor to be considered in the evaluation of a defeasance is the timing
of the transaction. We have assumed a settlement date of November I, 1983.
This may appear rapid, however if the City wishes to proceed with the ,
defeasance and the money is available to acquire the securities, we recommend
proceeding as rapidly as possible. As stated previously there are 43 separate
securities that we have identified for this transaction. Some of those securities
may not be available at the prices quoted because of market changes, and some
substitutions may be required. The transactions are such that wherever possible
we pinpoint the principal amount as closely as is feasible. In some instances we
have used securities which can be acquired in $1,000 denominations. In other
instances the minimum security amount must be in $5,000 or $10,000 denomin-
ations. It is because of this fine tuning that more purchases are required. The
other factor is the requirement of acquiring accrued interest. Again the
accrued interest is calculated to November I. If the transaction takes place
later than that there will be a greater amount of accrued interest.
You will also notice that the ending cash balance in each of the three schedules
is zero. This is because we have fine tuned it to a level of $1,000. Included in
each of these groupings is also an amount called "beginning cash in escrow." We
have fine tuned the cash flow to a point where because the securities must be
acquired in $1,000 denominations or greater a small amount of cash will also be
placed in the escrow account along with the principal of the securities
purchased. That totals less than $1,000 for the combined amounts.
To summarize the defeasance, theJoJ9lJnveS1PJMLre uireq�u LL� �.u+W
account, based upon the assumpJgns hown f$_$2,59 3AI,33, It therefore
appears a an mvesiment in the neighborhood of $2,600,000 can accomplish a
defeasance of those five bond issues which have a current principal outstanding
balance of $3,250,000. This will free up approximately $850,000 of excess
money in the Improvement Bond fund. In addition the City will then be in a
position to concel all remaining tax levies for those five bond issues. There are
Mr. Donold F. Poulcy
Mr. Donuld I Sragcr
I4 October 198:1
Page 3
currently $992,300 of scheduled tax levies for those five bond issues. The City
has been reducing the scheduled levies by approximately 80% and with the
defeasance of the bonds would be required to eliminate the levy. We do not
think there would be any statutory authority for making a debt service levy on a
bond issue which is fully discharged in on escrow account, unless a portion of
those levies may have been required to fund unassessed costs of projects which
provided future benefit which may have been only partially assessed in later
bond issues, not included in this defeasance analysis.
In addition to the immediate access to money in the bond fund the City will also
receive the deferred assessment income from those five bond issues. According
to the 1982 audit it would appear there remains somewhere in the neighborhood
of $727,000 of principal outstanding on deferred ussessments, collectable by the
City in the years 1984 through 1995. As that money and the interest on the
assessments comes into the City it can be allocated to other funds as
determined by the City.
The third exhibit we have shown, Schedule C, is the cash flow for the 1981
improvement bond issue. This issue was structured in a manner which does not
reflect the cash flow of the assessments pledged to the repayment of the bonds.
It is our understanding that these assessments are spread against the developer,
Kraus -Anderson, and that the City has hacl a good working relationship with this
firm and it is reasonable to assume that you will collect 100% of the
assessments as filed. If this assumption holds true it appears that the City will
have to provide $100,000 for the debt service fund no later than October 10,
1984, in order to cancel a tax levy which is required to meet the principal
payment due on May I, 1986. The $100,000 figure will meet 100% of the debt
service. By statute the City is required to provide an amount equal to 105% of
the actual debt service requirements. The actual debt service requirement at
105% will require cash available of $131,007. A transfer of $100,000 plus the
interest to be earned in 1984 until October I on the fund balances should
produce the $131,000. Beyond that point the assessment income starts to meet
the actual debt service expenditures and surpluses began to accrue in the fund.
A temporary transfer to the debt service fund could be reimbursed once the
fund begins to develop sufficient income. It appears that actual surpluses will
accrue within the following two years and therefore the $100,000 and any
interest charged to the fund could be transferred back lu the fund from which it
was borrowed.
In summary it appears that a full defeasance of the five bond issues will provide
a significant fund balance to be used by the City in whatever manner the City
so desires. By statute the money would be transferred to the general fund and
from the general fund it can be transferred at the direction of the Council.
This would be a reasonable source of revenue for the transfer to the 1981 bond
fund. The City may also desire to establish some form of permanent
improvement revolving find with its excess money which could be used to
finance projects prior to bonding or if the projects are of a smaller size finance
them without bonding. In addition, the special assessments outstanding for the
projects involved in those five bond issues will also be flowing to the City and
could be credited to this fund.
Mr. Donald F. Puuh•y
Mr. Donald ISruget
14 October 1983
page 4
We would be pleased to meet with you to discuss further and in more detail this
report. We believe it is essential that any comparisons of defeasance proposals
should be made with realistic assumptions as to securities to be purchased and
the price of those securities. If this is not the case, the estimated savings to
the City will vary.
You should be aware that Springsted Incorporated to date in 1983 has been
involved in 33 refunding bond programs which required defeasance programs
similar to this proposed program.
Respectfully,
Ronald W. Langness
Senior Vice President
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0[or Dff&ASANC[ ANALYSIS
file oppurluniIles available Ia the City of Mounds View with regard to Its
"improvement Bond Redemption Funds" are clearly stated in the DeLaliunt Veto Debt
/e'\iervice Study. Due to the significant cash holdings in the Fund and the Iowa
Interest rates on the debt to be paid from the Fund when compered to yields available
on maket Investments, the City finds itself in a position to liberate excess funds by
defeasing the existing debt through the establishment of an escrow account.
It would appear from the original dates of Issue of the bonds being paid from this
fund that the Federal arbitrage regulations will have little If any effect on the
proposed defeasance. Also, given that Bond Counsel opines that this type of
defeasanceis legal and that it frees upp excess funds in the account, which we expect
to be the core, Minnesota Statutes have little to say about this type of transaction.
There are, however, some practical considerations.
Some of the necessary considerations are as follows:
• should the transaction take place and what is the appropriate timing for the
transaction considering the following:
• market conditions/projections
• nature of the securities composing the escrow account/s.
• availability of funds with which to purchase securities.
• number of issues to defease by escrow.
• whether to establish one or five escrow accounts.
V what type of investment should be included in the escrow account and what is
the best way to secure those investments.
• whether a separate verfication of cash flows in required.
To demonstrate what the City may anticipate given current market conditions and
assuming that the defeasance in completed on November i, 1983, we have selected
groupoings of U.S. Treasury Securities and U.S. Government Agency Securities in
numbers sufficient to defease each of the old bond issues. To Identify estimated
cash needs for the issues on an individual basis, we have structured five separate
accounts. This should not necessarily be considiered an endorsement of separate
accounts, but merely an illustration. The requirements, based on Thursday, October
13, 1983 market quotations, are as follows:
Principal
Debt Service
Cash
Bond Issue
Outstanding
Outstanding_
Requirement
1965
b 720,000
S 892,530
62 1,0 5750
62525
1966
1,415,000
1,846,813
,
55,062
1968
60,000
185,000
69,000
209,728
174,824
1971
1974
870,000
1,091t763
778,869
Total
$3,250,000
$4,109,834
b2.589,050
It is obvious that a substantial amount of cash will be freed up through defeasance
of the five Issues.
•dividual scshedules supporting the table above can be found in this section.
From the point at which the City decides to proceed, we would suggest the following
course of action;
• Review with Bond Counsel the legal considerations.
• Identify the City's objectives and secondary benefits to be derived from the
various potential courses of action.
• Tentatively structure the account/s identifying target investments.
• Establish a definite timem line under which to complete the transaction.
• Review (3) and (4) above with staff for their concurance.
• Select an escrow agent/s. Work with City/Counsel/Agent to draft Escrow
Agreement, particularly reinvestment clauses.
• Arrange for cash flow verfication (if necessary).
• Purchase Securities.
• Arrange for delivery.
• Monitor delivery.
• Formally summarize the transaction for the City including a written report
(oral presentation if desired).
To perform the tasks of the financial advisor as summarized above, we would charge
according to our standard hourly charges as presented elsewhere in this proposal.
Our esti +a-Qt,+nBfeQ-JQr Ws—en=gm_Qnt is up_tg,_but not to exc d t 400. Due
to her extensive experience in this area, Ms. Aho would be assigned as special
project manager.
In addition to our fee the City will incur other costs as well. These costs will
include the escrow agent fee, counsel fees for preliminary opinion as to legality and
preparation of escorw agreement, cash flow verification (if necessary), and, of
course, the purchase price of the selected investments. _Expor[
enrP �n in causes tA—
estimate these fees less the cost of the investments to fall within +no rwnno s
We are prepared to begin work on the engagement within two weeks of council action
and would report preliminary findings and recommendations to staff within an
additional two week period.
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MEMO TO: Mounds View City Council
FROM: Bruce K. Anderson, Direct'�� 1
Parks, Recreation and F'or.st( y
DATE: November 3, 1983
RE: 1983-84 MEEB Program
Staff has submitted and received preliminary approval through the
Ramsey County Job 'Training program to employee six (6)
individuals in the City of Mounds View on a part-time/full-time
basis. The program that staff has applied to is called the MEED
Program which stands for the Minnesota Emergency Employment
Development Act.. The program has been established through the
Governor's office to provide working environments for those
individuals who have exhausted their current unemployment
benefits.
The program is coordinated through the Ramsey County Job Training
Program which is housed in Maplewood and as I indicated, we have
received the preliminary approval for the six positions as per
the attached sheets. The six positions that staff has submitted
proposals for include the hiring of a clerical assistance to work
throughout the entire City operations. The clerical position
would be employed on a full year basis, half-time or 20 hours per
week. The position would directly report to the Parks and
Recreation office but would eventually become responsible for the
phones upstairs at which time we would free our existing
receptionist to do other clerical 'skills as her clerical skills
are extremely good. The other position that is being applying
for is through the City Finance Department for a half-time or 20
hours per week, yearround City Accounting Clerk. This position
has been budgeted for the 1984 City Finance Department and staff
envisions subsizing the proposed $4.00/hour from the MEED Program
to bring the rate of pay up to $6.00/hour. The Finance
Department is not sure if an acceptable applicant would be
available, but they have requested at least one position to see
if they can save the City some existing budgeted monies. It
should be noted that the Finance Department will be requiring
this position whether or noL Lhe MEED Program is able to find
someone or not.
The remaining four positions are proposed to be hired in the
Public works Department to assist in all areas of Public Works
ranging from park maintenance, i.e. rink flooding; water
department, such as rebuilding City hydrants and cleaning out the
water reservoir; as well as the street department working with
related winter plowing operations. Staff has spoken with the
City Public Works Department crew and they have been receptive to
the possibility of employing four individuals on a full-time/six
month basis.
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will h,-
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'I•he City would Ill' provl1ling wul•kinoWn comp. and IIAbIIII:y
insurance which would alit, be paid for through thin pru,Iraln na we
rocuive S1,o11 par hula' fur honefito which will morn 1.11.111 milt I:he
cont of workinumIn romp, And Ilablllly Ina urvulou,
RtAff fouln that prukil•amn such an thla con (lot IniLilly bu of
asnietanco to the Cll:yl if not an A nhol•t term haninr At leant
providu that extra work olturl: minded to complete major projeeta
that have boon not aside. Ther0 111111 he no cost to Lho City At
all for participntinU In thin program And ntat•1 would requont
that. the City COMICIl authorizo 'In I:e proeuud with the final
AI)IMCAt.ion And paperwork through the Ramsey County ,lob Training
Program no that we might got the Individuals oil board at the
unrilunL ponnible date.
Rhuuld you have any quosl.lons regarding I:hu Attached InfornlaLion, _
Will 111e0 Ln c,nli.art unu, d11"JeLly at oxl., 141,
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Ramsey County Job Training Program
Corner of Frost Avenue & Manton Street — Maplewood, MN 55109 (612) 770-8900
hf11:7JE'YYiY: ali':i4;1:N;1' E?11g Q'p ti:' LEVL15 MEtdi ACl' (MEFID)
In reslrns- trr Minnemta's high wwinlulvr_nt arrl sagging econcmv, the
Minnesota L:gisiatl:rr• ir.
r:ss:ri time EED Act last play. Tnc srex2 tern
effects of MEW will b:_ felt 0-rough providing lobs :or unetmplove
Miners tat; k;:ich in turn will stimflatc• str•uag]inc Mi::nesota rus-
i nessas. Oar Ur. ]om run, M1nivsot ins emp)' ,9 rhrpugh the MEha
will nain mar):Oable „oi; experience and new stills which will pro-
vide the imtetuts for W.Em D oloyers to grow into strong and viable
husinesses.
TO achieve these desires' affects, the legislature has allocated
$70 million to the mm Pr-cxjram, of which $2.25 million is to be
uscA in Suburban Pammy County (defined as Ramsey Cou ry exclusive
Of the Cite of St. Paul); This money will be used to develop job..
Opportunities in both the public and private sercors by pra✓iding
employers with up to $A rer hour wage subsidy. in addition, up to
$1 ;:or ]nur is prcvide9 to crnployers to corer the costs of supplying
various employee fringe benefits. Employers participating in the
MEID Program are encouraged to supplement the $4 per hour wane
subsidy to achieve a wage level ca,rrnsurate with prevaili.ra wages
for comparable positions.
Aside fram Or' obvicn,s h:ux`-i.ts received by WED employers, Ole fol-
loaling benefits are also available:
A) A large pool of candidates possessing a vast range of skills
and educational backgrounds is available to fill employer
requests.
B) The enplover dictates the number of Job candidates to be
referred for interviewing.
C) Prior to referral, all cane-.idates are prescreened as to
their mtietirrg the ;jLb description. qualifications.
D) An employer is under no obligation to hire a referral
candidate atxl may withdraw frur the Program at any time
up until the point a candidate is actually hired and the
employer oontraet is signed.
Office of Emplo;Jment & Training
nual C ^dy Em;do yen
Ii) '11rr::>r>; no:id: rua:dy wiII !.,+ttnr- a grant requiring no re- D
lxgmrmc of funds re(xiv(9 if the rmployee remains Moved
foz a xricd of one year in addition to the initial six
Haut) .subsidy prio:1• ('Tus pavbarl: provision does not ap-
ply to 1-:blic and private nonprofit erplo}2rs).
F) A wri mol anount of p: gx'rWJrl: is r(Gh:ir Cif, rrost of Ubich
is C•crip:letcd by a Prog: ilR, representative.
G) TN? rnolovor maintains the right to tcrminatr. an curplovee,
granger! that the termLnatron :s -ustifiable.
In 5ubwU- i ivumscv Cot:nty, the MER) Program is Itirrg administered by
Or Ramsey County Job Training Program Li wniunccion Myth the local
Job Service offices of the Minnesota Dep>3_-umnt of Econemic Security.
While this office's p:-i.ority is to fill the rnplovment requests of
Sl11Airbin Ramsey County ami lovers, non-Counq employers may also
participate in the hEm Program through this office. In the event
that this office is unable to fill the employment reguest of a non -
Ramsey County employer, the ra7uest All be referred to another
PEED adnir_stering office litter able to meet the specific needs of
the employer.
If the FLED Program sourr_'s interesting to you, please feel free to
contact Tan Jancarie or Judy Oliver at the Ramsey County Job Training
Program (770-8900) for further infox atien.
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Minnesota [nnrgency Employment Development Act
n Program expires June 30, 1985
Use of Funds
1. State contribution will be $4/hour. Both
public and private sector employers may
subsidize wages in addition to the $Oour.
2. Tne state contribution for fringe henefits
will be .m to $1/hour.
3. ftxiwn of 1,040 hours.
4. Maximum of 26 weeks.
5. If the eligible participant is enrolled
in a job training program, the wage con-
tribution may be used over a maximum of
52 weeks.
6. 7b provide child care or subsidies.
7. 7b provide Workers Compensation to applicants
employed in government or run -profit agencies.
B. 7b provide Job search assistance, labor market
orientation, iob seckdog skills and referral
services.
q. 710 purchase supplies and material for creating
pannvhennt improvements to public property in
an anuunt not to exwA 19 of funds appropriated.
Goverment and nonprofit Eligibility -
A governnent or nonprofit agency is an elig stile employer
with respect to temporary work relief projects that are
deternuned by the enplo mnt administrator to have long-
term benefit to or are needed by the convnity including,
but not limited to:
1. jobs in permanent public improvement
projects,
2. residential or public building weather
ization projects,
3. reforestation projects,
4. mineland reclamation projects,
5. natural resource development projects, and
6. ecnmuuty social service programs such as
child care and bane health care.
Business tligiblliry -
Basuress mrst salm t a plan to the admirdstrator:
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4.
Ceacribirw duties aril mnzr-"tion,
frsmntitrating unit, with t]rr furr?s psoeided,
the business is likely to sue:cttd and continue
to employ do person.
lbe funds are necessary to allow the lsasiness
to begin, or employ additional people, but not
to fill positions drat would have otht_rwise been
filled.
The business is in carg,liancc• tid th all applicable
affin atine action, fait labor, health, safety,
and ewirormzntal stair3�rds.
H�ciness r^aylaacl; -
Lez th of participant Nroent of Payb3'Ck
f1 cl3%7vrr
0 - 6 months 704
6 - IS months prop;rtional ba pay c,c
16 nonths + 0 Payback
If an ergiloyer dismisses ar, onploee for gDod cause and 1 Works in o•nd fairh with the administrator, and hires
anther eligible mQlatt, the payback shall apply as if
t)r original person ha: continued in enployTLnt.
Criteria of snlcrtior. of w•ivatr• sector ar]overs -
in allocating funds arom eligible businesses, the
eplolment aftiListrator shall give priority to
businesses which best satisfy the following criteria:
a. have a high potential for growth and long
terns job creation
b. are labor intensive
c. neet the 6efin! tion of a stall business
as definee in section 645.455
d, make high use of local and Minnesota
resources
e. are under ck,nership of wren and minorities
f, male high u9.- of net• technology
g, produce energy conserving raterials or services
or are invo'.v�i in develcprent of renewal sources
of enemy, and
h. have dkir pr unary place of business in Minnesota.
hdditfonal pro.;: authxiza9 -
Purther programs are auJprizal by the h:t trat include cash
assistano> grans cA:ordJ'.rated through the State Public Welfare
Deparnnant and are scheduled to bgin October 1, 19E3.
FCC
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Ramsey County Job Training Program
Corner of Frost Avenue & INanlon Street Maplewood, MN 55109 (612) 770.8900
IIWf.eY LglM1Y .—__ _.—
W: H.,N) I]mp.luyce• Sul A�lv1:>>r:c
l•'11k1: ;;lave Uuxlucci, fiscal Ofliax,�;�
t;UIUI:Cr rtl E)nenlency I]nploymrnt fkvcicl an nt KID) Act
FJrplo ti t)nru'. PaviLnt
KED subsidized enployees wwki.cxl fnr public, sector organizations axe tech-
nically considered employees of Ramsey County and are therefore included on
the County's payroll list. 'lb assure tLnely and accurate disbursement of
payroll checks, the following process must la observed try both the employee
and the supervisor:
a) 'Ilia attached tome reports should be filled out daily with hours
worked. There must to a half hour break shown for every 6 hours
worked. If a break is not indicated, a half hour will be deducted.
The •anployce cannot work more than 80 hours during each payperiod.
At the end of each paypericd the hours rust be totalled. The
employee then signs the time report and submits it to the supervisor.
I The supervisor must verify the hours worked, sign it after the
employee signs it, and the supervisor must mail the tint+ report to:
Linda Lehmann
RamsEr.1 County Job Training
Frost and Winton
Maplewood, Minnesota 55109
Incomplete or inaccurate time reports will delay the processing of
the empployees paycheck.
b) 'lhe attaclud payroll schedule lists the duration of each payperiod
and the date the tine reports are due at the Ramsey County Job
Training Office.
c) Paychecks will be nailed directly to the employee approximately
2 weeks after the end of each payperiod.
,Any questions concerning time reports, paychecks, and relater] supervisor/
e:ployee responsibilities should be directed to Linda Lehmann at 770-8900.
cmulovee Termination
If an employee terminates or quits his/her job, the supervisor must contact
Linea Lehmann at 770-8900 by the third working day after the employee term-
inates. 41e must know the employee's lasc day as soon as possible sr we can
tale then off our payroll list.
Problem on the Job
If any problem should arise with the employee and/or supervisor, please
contact ;Irian Merchant or Tan Jancaric at 770-8900. They will help solve
any prrblans with either the employee or the supervisor.
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Office of Employment & Training
An Equal Opp. •::roily Employor
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In•i..i;t:m•ul: I'ati.s, I+�•CI'vdl.lnl a;l i\.: C:a;n :.i: i:l,• Iu; Direc Lor of parks, Recreation and Forestry
Is Lu ;,t ide
rla;l; c;rtinlenance
funr.tir,ns which
meet's the public
works i,:n.;r.:m•;
::nu•!d::,
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...... Lhe lull
-time public
wnrAn sta11 :,
. Ih.tt the
desired
wo of
mainLunanan and
:.erviC" to thr:
CLOnnak;ty :1 conslsLant.
.rilh the
dome Rule
CharLcr, Q Ly
Cuuncil i;ulicies,
and
Federal/;Cate
regulations,
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1.
perfuruts daily maintenance tasks as directed by the Director
Of Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department which include
the use of hand tools such as rakes, shovels, hand clippers,
R
et.C. on the dcsircd park. and public ground Lurf areas.
2.
Assist in Lhu daily maintenance of the City ballfields to
YI!i
include lining and dragging and base setting.
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7.
Paint. and mainLain:: esisting park shelter buildings.
A.
Assists the City Forester with needed tree water, pruning,
mulching ,Ind ,:hipping
of municipally owned tt'ees.
S.
Maintains City playground equipment to include painting,
replacement of scats and other playground component parts.
6.
Maintains the City picnic shelter buildings and picnic tables
to include
staining, scraping, boll. tightening and other
miscellaneous repairs as needed.
1.
Assist the Director of Parks and Recreation and full-time
Public Works
Department in any other related maintenance
Last as directed.
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Assist with Lhv City's winter rink: maintenance program to
include lluudiny, bruuming, installation
of hockey boards and
shaveling.
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Assist in ahe maintenance of the City's park shelter buildings
to include light carpentry,
vacuuming, and painting.
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JOB DESCRIPT3011 October 1983
A, INMMt iay CIVrk
VIT7 Ur MOUNDS VIK`-'
ANbirt;: Accountant in pn p,u inq workp:q,.-rn and audit: schedul.cs and
UhLai,n;; other WormaLlon necessary in Lhe preparation of the
annual financial ntatemenW
Assials Acauuntant in propa aLion of accor,ttts payable according
t o onl ab I WWI ; I pin, ,h" Pq to on:nmc Lhv timely and accuraLe payment
:to .ill .'.rvi,:v; providcd In Lhc CR
Await; to Urrp.liat. 60 of Various financial report,;
Assists UL M Ly Accuanting Clerk in preparing wider meter reading
cards and utility hilin for mailing
Asn.ink Utility Accounting Gork in poWnq of payments to utility
accounk
Annints Utility :1 oount.ing Gerk in sorting and recording customer
water meter readi:rls
Assists in maintenance of existing departmental filing system
Assure; other responsibil.iLies as apparent or delegated
/lUAhll'ICA'l:]UU;i t, L:{PPR1L•'hICL•':
High school graduate with strong business background
Prefer vocational or junior college course work-in accounting or
hits iness
Minimum of Une yuar's ex?ori.,tn"e in a" office environment
Demonstrated proficiency in operation of adding machine or calcu
Good fiyure aptitude
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'ri i;i l'!'!i)!; i'.(a'I !tl; if•.Itl1.J'1"i t'1R J'i'I:-il'
110SI'1'ION 'I'li1.E: Clerical All J
Ol:l'AR',:::.:,'I,: ParhL, IiecreaLion and Furl:ry
Ai:000:;;'!,:'Id: TO: Uep,utmrnt 5cclClary
OF !'i C;l'I'ION
'1'n .i•.oi::l Ihr ,ir:irartni•.v,t !.-.•cIWa:y in ;-1Naminq to a Lin-
;Nd arcuratr manner, ;ill ralueslvd nPurrtarial and cicrica!�
duLles an aNniyuod.
MAJOR AREA OF ACC0U:;'1'A!tl!.J'!'i
1. Ansisls dvi,a'tment svery Lary wi Lh Lhe answering of telephane
calls in a husincunlike manner.
2. Assints department ocretary with Lhe halancing of the daily
Cash rc•CVipLs to ensure ,a proper accounting of all monies
reCrivcd by Lhc dcparUa vil
a. CompICLc depar.tmenta.l xcroxing needs, including coallating,
stapling and photacupy work.
4. Opera La Lhc departmental mimeograph equipment to include both
WWI making and machine printing.
S. hst•isls with departmental mass mailing to including stuffing
folding, stamping and addressing.
6. Assist the department secretary in any other related clerical
work as directed.
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MEMO TO: Mayor and City CuunciII
IItIIM; Clerk-Adminisu:ntur„/ , /iJ•—
I)XII: November 3, 1983
SUBJECT: MINNRSOI•A'IN% COMMISSloN PUBLIC IIRARINGS
Attached please find a bulletin from the League of Minnesota Cities, doted
October 31, I98.i, regarding public hearings that will be held by the Minnesota
lox Commission throughout the State of Minnesota dining the later half of
November and first hall' of Ucrcmber of this ycur. Thu hearings for the
Thin City :metropolitan area will be on the evenings of Monday, November 21st,
and 'Tuesday, November Wnd, at G p,m, to 10 p.m., in Room 83 of the State
office Building.
The bulletin from the League of Minnesota Cities reviews the purpose for which
the Commission was appointed by the Governor and the roasons for their conducting
these public hearings, as well as issues which cities might wish to bring before
the Commission as a means of presenting a common theme to emphasis the concerns
ofmunicipalities within the State of Minnesota.
IIECOMMENON1.1ON: Staff' would recommend that the Council review the League of }
Minnesota Cities bulletin with the intention to prepare a position statement
to be presented to the Commission on the evening or Tuesday, November 22nd, and
to determine who will represent the City of Mounds view at that hoaring and
present the City's statement. Staff would recommend that the Council formulate
their position around the issues identified in the League of Minnesota Cities
bulletin.
Bfl'/pf
Attachment
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rn �Lti���F
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0\01
lG'1gUG Lit.flesc t a cities "" � i
October 31, 1983
TO: City Officials
FROM: Don Slater, Executive Director
Peggy Flicker, Legislative Counsel
RE: IMPORTANT PUBLIC HEARINGS: MINNESOTA TAX COMMISSION
The following are hearing dates for the Minnesota Tax Commission:
Tuesday, November 15 City Council Chambers
Moorhead, Minnesota 1-5 pm
Monday, November 21 Room 83, State Office Building
6-10 m
St. Paul, Minnesota p
Tuesday, November 22 Room 83, State Office Building
6-10 m
St. Paul, Minnesota p
Tuesday, December 13 Location to be
announced
Duluth, Minnesota 1-5 pm
Wednesday,'December 14 Location to be
announced
Rochester, Minnesota 1-5 pm
Thursday, December 15 Location to be
announced
St. Cloud, Minnesota 1-� pm
Tuesday, December 20 Location to be
announced
Marshall;^
Minnesota1-5 pm
City Officials Should in Th u
Is
Representatives of city governments and other interested members of the
will be able to testify before
public
the Minnesota Tax Commission at a series of
public hearings to be held around the
state in November and December. The
League encourages you to attend these hearings and to
bulletin
participate. This
will briefly explain the work of the Commission and suggest
issues to emphasize,
some
u:er
'I f�� 1111IVL'1'�ilty v n
m
M
r These hearings offer an excellent oppurtunity for city officials to inform the
Tax Commission about cities' views and experiences concerning both the
problems of Minnesota's current tax structure and possible solutions.
The Cnmmisainn
The Minnesota Tax Commission (sometimes referred to as the Latimer Tax
Commission since it is chaired by St. Paul Mayor George Latimer) is a
bi-pnrtisan group of IG citi;Tns appointed by Governor Perpich to conduct a
major study of Minnesota's tax structure and to recommend changes to improve
the at;tte and local revenue system. The Commission is required to make a full
report on Minnesota tax policy to the Governor and the legislature by December
15, 1984. In the words of the Commission, the "report is to contain
recommendations for tax policies that will remove inequities, promote economic
growth, stabilize revenues, meet the needs of Minnesota's people and provide
Minnesota with a competitive position among the states."
What is the Purpose of the hearings?
According to the Commission, "the purpose of these hearings is to receive the
viewpoints of the public regarding the equity, administration, and efficiency
of the Minnesota state and local tax structure. Specific topics of interest
to the Commission include the interrelationships of state and local taxes and
direct tax relief programs, the state sales tax and its base, the need for and
usage of property tax relief programs, the relationship between taxes and
business and job development, simplification of the income tax system, tax
policy relating to agricultural land, the appropriate mix of taxes, and
proposals for tax changes, including innovative tax sources. Not included in
the scope of these hearings are topics relating to the state and local
expenditure structure, level of expenditures or the issues pertaining to the
structure of workmen's compensation and unemployment compensation programs."
What Issues Might Cities Bring Before the Commission?
There are several main themes that cities should bring before the Commission.
If the cities testifying echo common themes, the Commission will be more apt
to give time and attention to the concerns of city officials, There arc
hundreds of questions that could be asked about the Minnesota tax system.
With your testimony, you may help narrow down these questions and assure that
issues important to cities are examined.
A. Simplification and Understandability of the Property Tax System
Right now, it is very difficult for even informed taxpayers to figure out who
is responsible --and at which level of government --for the various decisions
that ultimately determine the amount of their annual property tax bill. (And
often it is city officials who get blamed for the tax bill even though the
city share of the entire bill is usually 25 percent or less and lately many
city property tax increases are a direct result of state level decisions or
cut backs!)
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You auiy wish to pose these questloos: '
I) Can the current system be simplified so as to
Improve accountability at all levels of government?
2) Should the number of property classifications
be reduced?
3) Should the property tax credit and refund programs
be simplied or modified?
4) Dues the assessment system need to be improved?
B. Equity of the Intergovernmental Transfer Programs
l) Have the goals of the "Minnesota Miracle" really
been accomplished? Are property tax burdens spread
any more fairly than they were 10 years ago?
2) Which schools/counties/cities/towns receive the
most in intergovernmental transfers? Are they the
jurisdiction in most "need" of state revenues? What
should be the criteria to determine the need of a
governmental unit or its citizens for property tax
relict?
3) To what extent is it appropriate for state -collected
revenues to reduce the local property tax burden?
4) Should property tax relief be accomplished through
direct aid to local governments and schools or to
individuals or a combination thereof?
5) How does the amount of tax relief given compare
with the amount of taxes paid in various communities?
Are the people and businesses in some cities "giving"
much more than they are "getting?" If so, is change
warranted?
6) Is the fiscal disparities program still appropriate?
Does it need to be modified? Does it complement or
conflict with other state tax policies and programs?
C. Adequacy of Local Revenues
1) Is it appropriate for the state to continue to restrict
the ability of cities to levy the general property tax?
2) Are there any intellectual or economic justifications
for levy limits? Are there better ways the state
could control the costs of property tax relief programs?
3) To what extent should cities or other local governments
rely on the property tax for revenue?
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4) Should cities be given the authority to raise ton -property
taxeS, e.g. local sales, Income or payroll taxes?
5) Should local governments be reimbursed for services provided
to tax-exempt properties? Should tax-exempt properties be
required to pay some property tar.?
Format of Hearings
Individuals and groups wishing to present testimony to the Commission should:
*Limit their testimony to twenty (20) minutes;
*Provide 20 written copies of their testimony (advance copies
are requested, but not required);
Either inform the Commission in writing regarding their plans
to testify on a specific date or sign up on a schedule
sheet that will be provided at the hearings (places and
times) listed on page 1.
The Tax Study Commission address is:
Minnesota Tax Study Commission
Department of Finance
309 Administration ➢uilding
St. Paul, MN 55155
DS:PF:lw
MEMO TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Clerk-AdministratoL
U�
DATE; November 3, 1983
SUIL1Cm DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT POSITION
As a result of the action taken by the City Council at the October 24th Council
Meeting and direction given to staff at that time, John Johnson has discussed
the matter of a contract for engineering services, similar to that proposed in
his letter you received at the October 24th meeting, with his personal attorney
and staff members have contacted the offices of the Public Employees Retirement
Association and the City Auditor,and all three groups have advised that IRS
and PERA regulations would prohibit anything other than a Emre consultant
relationship where Mr. Johnson would not maintain regular hours, specified
office space, secretarial staff, or have supervisory authority over full time
staff. As a result of this information Mr. Johnson and staff have discussed
the matter of an employment agreement and determined that anything other than
a pure consultant relationship as previously stated or a full time employment
arrangement similar to that of other City Department (leads would be inappropriate.
RECOMMENUNNON: Staff would request that Council give direction as to their
desires to either offer this position to Mr. Johnson on a full time basis with
/- stated salary or advertise for the position on an open basis and allow Mr. Johnson
to apply if lie feels it is his desire to compete for the position.
UPP/pf
DATE; APPROVED: 10/24/83
PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
^ CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Regular Meeting
October 10, 1983
2--- Nwy. --- Mounds View city
55112 ------------- Mounds View, ------ ------ --- ------
The Mounds View City Council was called to order by 1, Call to Order
Mayor McCarty at 7:30 PM on October 10, 1983.
MEMBERS PRESENT; Councilmembers Nankner, Blanchard, 2. Roll Call
Doty, Linke and Mayor McCarty.
ALSO PRESENT: City Attorney Meyers, Clerk/
Administrator Pauley and Public Works/Community
Development Director Johnson.
Paul Wellstone, Special Assistant to the Governor
on the energy policy, presented the Council with 3.
Presentatoin by
booklets detailing the Governor's energy program, Paul Wellstone,
and explained the Governor's communityever Regarding
program, stating that Mounds View is one ofg17 Governor s
Community Energ;
communities in the State that has been selected to
shirt the program. Janice Thompson presented Program
computer print-outs, showing the data thatMounds
View has supplied as far as their current energy
use, and the projected future energy use.
Mr. Wellstone answered questions on the data given,
and stated they hope to get representatives of the
17 communities together by December to get working
on rho program.
The Council thanked Mr. Wellstone and Ms. Thompson
for their presentations, and assured them the City
would be ready wherevcr the communities were called
together.
Motion/Second; Doty/Linke to approve the September 4. Approval of
2�8�mirnutes as corrected.
Minutes:
5 ayes 0 nays September 26 an
October 3, 1983
Motion Carried
Mayor McCarty made a proposed change to the October 3
minutes,
Motion/Second; Doty/McCarty to approve the October
3 —Minutes as corrected.
2 ayes 3 nays
Motion Failed
Mounds View City Council October 1Q, 1983
Regular Meeting Page Two
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Councilmembers Linke, Blanchard and Ilankner voted '
against the motion, stating that they felt the
minutes reflected the discussion and action that
took place.
Motion/Second: Linke/Ilankner to approve the
Octoberh383 minutes as presented.
3 ayes 2 nays Motion Carried
Mayor McCarty and Councilmember Doty voted against
the motion. Mayor McCarty stated he did not feel
the minutes completely reflected the events that
took place regarding the "no" vote by Councilmember
Hankner regarding Resolution No. 1659.
Mike Hollinger, 8701 NE Lincoln, Blaine, stated
5. Residents Re -
he is a firearms safety instructor for the Mounds
Quests and
View Park and Rec Department. He explained what
Comments from
he teaches in class and asked for funds for the
the Floor
instructors association to buy supplies. He stated
that specifically they need a locking cabinet in
which to store their materials. He also explained
that the cost per person to take the class is $4,
while the cost to the State and DNR is $15, and
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that a lot of the expenses come out of the instruc-
tors pockets. He added that the material is badly
needed to assist in their teaching, and that the
instructors are all volunteers.
Mr. Hollinger stated he had approached a Staff
member, who explained that funds had been set
for. 1984, and recommended he go straight to the
Council.
Mayor McCarty recommended 111r. Hollinger go back
to the Park and Rec Staff and have them identify '
funds.
It was decided Mr. Hollinger would meet with
Clerk/Administrator Pauley, who would then bring
in the appropriate Department Heads.
Motion/Second: McCarty/Blanchard to add the 6. Approval of
additional licenses for approval, under Item G of Consent Agenda
the consent agenda.
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
Motion/Second: Linke/Doty to approve the consent
agenda as presented, and waive the reading of the
resolutions.
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
pIounds View City Council October 10, 1983
Regular Meeting Page Three
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Motion/Second: Doty/I.inke to have the first reading, 7. 1st Reading of
or Ordinance IIo. 349, amending the Municipal Code of Ord, No. 349
the City of Mounds View by repealing Chapter 35,
entitled "The Festivities Commission", and
adopting a new Chapter 35 entitled "Mounds View
Festivities Commission", and waive the reading.
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
Councilmember Linke reported the Festivities Commission
has reviewed and agreed with the changes made.
Motion/Second: Linke/Hankner to have the second 8. 2nd Reading and
reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 341, amending Adoption of
the Municipal Code of Mounds Vie,; by amending Ordn. No. 341
Chapter 41 entitled "Specific Rezonings", and
waive the reading.
Councilmember Hankner - aye
Councilmember Blanchard - aye
Councilmember Doty - aye
Councilmember Linke - aye
Mayor McCarty - aye Motion Carried
Motion/Second: Doty/Blanchard to approve Resolu- 9. 2nd Reading and
lion No. 1664, authorizing the Clerk/Administrator Adoption of
and Mayor to execute Development Agreement No. 83-62, Ord. No. 346
and Ordinance No. 346, amending the Municipal Code
of Mounds View by amending Chapter 41 entitled
"Specific Rezonings", and waive the reading.
Councilmember Hankner - aye
Councilmember Blanchard - aye
Councilmember Doty - aye
Councilmember Linke - aye
Mayor McCarty - nay Motion Carried
Mayor McCarty explained he
motion as it went against
he was not comfortable not
that it wouldn't turn into
business in the future, as
district. He explained he
had voted against the
the Comp Plan, and
having an assurance
another type of
it is a residential
was
the first meeting and was not
the information before him.
not present at
comfortable with
Discussion occurred before the vote on the motion,
with Mayur McCarty asking if there was a guarantee
in the development agreement Chat the business
could not be sold or changed to something else,
eL and Councilmember Doty inquiring about the sprink-
ling requirements.
Attorney Meyers pointed out that a 4/5 vote was
needed on Lye motion.
Mounds View City Council. October 10, 1983
Regular Meeting Page Pour
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Mr. Bayerkohler stated he was concerned with having the '
rezoning approved.
Clerk/Administrator Pauley stated he would have the
Building Inspector prepare an outline on sprinkling
requirements, for all Council members.
Councilmember Blanchard stated she felt the timing 10.
Consideration
was very unfortunate for the request, as the Council
of Staff Memo
had just gone through the public hearing process, and
Regarding Silve
the citizens were not happy with the budget, and the
View Park Grand
contingency fund had been cut, and now requests were
Opening and
coming in, asking the Council to go into the
Purchase of Par]
contingency fund. She explained that while she was
Sign
not against a park sign, she was not in favor of going
into the contingency fund.
and
Mayor McCarty questioned the amount of interest in 11.
Authorize Pur-
the revenue sharing fund. Clerk/Administrator
chase of Play-
Paulcy explained a public hearing would have to be
Groud Equipment
held to use that,
for Lambert Parl
Park Director Anderson explained that the whole con-
cept for a grand opening for Silver View Park came
up with the leaf composting grand opening, and that -1
the $380 could come from the budgeted general fund,
r
Clerk/Administrator Pauley also advised that the
Council could authorize the expenditure and allow
the account to go into a deficiet until the end of
the year, when accounts are balanced, but that they
may still have to go into contingency at that time.
Park Director Anderson reviewed the funds spent to
date in the park equipment budget, and what is left.
Motion/Second: McCarty/Doty to authorize Staff to
expend ,5 0 for playground equipment at Lambert
Park, and $250 for park signage for Silver View Park,
trot to exceed $4,180, from non -committed identified
funds in the Park and Rec accounts.
4 ayes 1 nay Motion Carried
Councilmember Hankner voted against the motion.
Park Director Anderson explained where the fence 12. Consideration
would be placed, as well as the history of the of Staff Memo
project and why the fence is desired. Regarding Pur-
chasing Ur
Councilmember Doty stated he would be in favor Fencing fo,,
of waiting one year before installing a fence, as Leaf Composting
the site could be changed. Program at
Ardan Park
Mounds View City Council October 1.0, 1983
Regular Meeting, Page Five
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Park Director Anderson explained there was no budget
for the program from the very beginning, and the
Park and Rec Department feels the City needs a com-
posting site, and they need to establish a permanency.
lie added that they feel the response will be positive.
Mayor McCarty expressed concern with leaves blowing
at the site, and pointed out the contingency fund was
$24,000 in July, with no money being paid out since,
and with a $1,500 authorization being made.
Motion/Second: McCarty/Linke to authorize the
expen iture of $1,660 from the contingency account
to purchase fencing for the composting program at
Ardan Park.
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
Director Johnson reported he had not gotten a 13. Status Report
written committment from MnDOT when he met with on 10/4/83
them last July, and they now seem to have changed Meeting with
the guidelines they are using. He added there is MnDOT on MSA
an appeal process the City can and should use. Resurfacing
Ile reviewed his memo of October 5, to the Council, Project
updating them of the status of the situation and
listing options the City can go with.
Councilmember Blanchard questioned who would be
responsible for maintenance of the concrete curb and gutter
in future years. Director Johnson replied that the
City can dedicate a larger portion of MSA funds
for maintenance, and he explained the payment pro-
cedure from MSA. He also stated that other than
damage, there is very little maintenance required on concrete
curb and gutter.
There was considerable discussion among the Council
and Director Johnson as to the options available and
the best course of action for the City to take. It
was recommended that Director Johnson attend the
October 26 meeting in Brainerd and get the issue
resolved.
Motion/Second: McCarty/Doty to authorize Director
Johnson to prepare the necessary documentation,
for presentation to the MSA Screening Committee
in Brainerd on October 26, with the options being
to file a formal appeal for exception to the
"maintenance" definition; request a variance to
the required pavement width and concrete curb and
gutter; authorize Staff to advertise for bids for
the proposed project with the award contingent
upon formal approval by MnDOT of the project for
funding using MSA monies; focus efforts on getting
County Road I project started as soon as possible;
and file a request by December 15, 1983 that
October 10i 19V
Mounds View City Council Page Six
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up Co 25 perceoL of the annual MSA allotment: be used '
for maintenance.
5 ayes 0 nays
Motion Carried
IC was agreed that the previous motion should
prevent the SUIL a from thinking the CiCy was using
delaying tactics, and should strengthen the City's
case.
Finance Director Brager reported Lhe Finance
1954
14. 3rd Quarter
Department Head
Department had just completed work on the
3.
Reports
budget, which was adopted on October
Ile reported they completed work with the auditors
busy in converting
on the debt study, and are very
to format for the utility billings, with
postcard
which they will be able to take advantage of a
special mailing rate.
He reported work is progressing well with the
micro computer/word processor, with the utility
system being tested in White Bear Lake on
October 11, and with Mounds View to follow later
It
in testing for the accounting system.
Finance Director Brager reported they will be
working on the audit and year end closing in
He also updated the Council
the next quarter.
the status of preparing to purchase long term
on
securities (defeasance).
Councilmember Doty expressed concern about a
conflict of interest with Dorsey and the 1st
National Bank, Finance Director Brager replied
the City will go with 1st State Bank of New
Brighton if the interest rates are competitive.
Park Director Anderson updated the Council on
activities in the Park Department, reporting
they had completed the PRAD grant, or landscaping
00 tulip
brSilver 5
bulbs hadbeenplanted along the trails there.
He reported the Rec Department had passed all
playground programs onto the local neighborhood
parks, which was very successful, and children
were turned away from the programs, due to the
high attendance.
He reported the aquatics coordinator has started
and some of the swim programs have been restruc-
tured.
Ile also reported the Park Department is using
the word processor a great '• -1, and is pleased
with it,
Mounds View City Council
Regul,u.• Meeting October 10, 1983
- Page Seven
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Park Director Anderson reported 12 JH'1'A people
were used during the summer, which represented
approximately $17,900 in value, and they were
close to indispensible,
Ile handed out a booklet to the Council on the
Forestry program and how it works. He reported
1500 trees were planted over the summer, and
the City is making very good progress in the
tree planting program.
Park Director Anderson passed out copies of the
newsletter that just went to press, and stated
they hope to have it out within the next week.
He added that Staff will be reviewing the delivery
situation thoroughly in the near future, and recommended
the November/December issue l;e delivered by
the Boy Scouts.
Park Director Anderson reported the playground equip-
ment from Red Oak School will be relocated in the
Pall when the other equipment is installed in the
City parks.
Finance Director Brager reported that Acting
Police Chief Smith had stated he would be unable
attendto andwould beepresent gatsthe October 24emeetinhe was not feling gll,
to give his report.
Director Johnson updated the Council on applications
received, permits given and inspections done during
the third quarter, He reported the modifications
of Treatment Plants 2 and 3 had been completed, and
reviewed the readings being received. He reported
4 hydrants had been repaired, and all water mains
flushed, and one water main had broken.
Director Johnson reported 23,000 lineal feet sewer
the year, as well
hof ,e
had been cleaned so far during
as
the street repair and seal coating had been completed,
He reported there had been some vandalism problems
with street signs, and traffic counts had been com-
pleted in certain areas,
Director Johnson presented the Council with a summary
of hours spent to date, with 562 hours being spent in
the third quarter, which averaged 40.2 hours total contract. quarter to be very
per week
but stated he is ,
on target as far as his He stated he anticipates the fourth
busy and reviewed plans of what work is to be done.
Attorney Meyers reported no progress has been made 15. Report of
on the Long Lake ditch project and recommended the
Attorney
Mounds View City Council
October 10, 1983
Regular Mecting
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Page Eight
City proceed with legal action under the bond, as
they have not gotten anywhere with all the letters
'
and phone calls and so forth.
Motion/Second: Linke/Blanchard to authorize
Attorney Byers to proceed under the bond to get
the work completed on the Long Lake Road ditch.
5 ayes 0 nays
Motion Carried
Councilmember Hankner reported she had, as an
17. .reports of
individual, submitted a letter to the Met Council,
Councilmembers
on thki Anoka County -Blaine Airport Masfcr Plan, to
state
her position, and nail later received a call from Repre-
senCat-ive Voss, appraising her of the status of the
issue.
Councilmember Blanchard reported the Planning
Commission will be seeing the presentation from
the Met Council Staff on "Where Will Our Children
Live" on October 19.
Councilmember Doty reported he has been asked to
serve again on the League of Cities committee on
personnel and pensions.
Councilmember Doty presented the Council with a
copy of a letter from the City of Fridley, regarding
their concern with a hazardous waste site.
Councilmember Linke reported the next Ramsey County
League meeting will be October 19, at the Little
Canada City Hall, at 7:30 PM regarding the
Ramsey/Washington Counties waste energy project.
Councilmember Linko reported the Festivities
Commission.had met the previous week, with Jan Quick
being appointed Chairperson. He reported one member
who had not been attending meetings for quite some
time had been voted off the Commission, and the
Commission was asking for Council support in it's
stand and in filling the vacancy.
It was determined to give the member in question an
opportunity to resign before the Council takes any
action.
Councilmember Linke recommended tabling any action
on the Police Chief selection,
Clerk/Administrator Pauley reported the applicants
had been instructed to have their testing completed
this week, and that the consultant would need 7-10
days upon completion of all testing to get reports
back to the Council.
Mounds View City Council October 10, 1983
Regular Meeting Page Nine
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Motion/Second: Linke/Ilankner to take the item from
Tile table.
5 ayes 0 nays
Motion/Second: McCarty/Doty to set the appointment
atccT— o� r the Chief of Police for November 14, 1983.
5 ayes 0 nays
Mayor McCarty reviewed the preliminary report of the
draft airport plan for the Anoka County airport, and
asked that all Councilmembers receive a copy.
Motion/Second: McCarty/Doty to authorize Attorney
Reyers to lawsuit on the ILS System at
such time that he deems proper , should the Met Council do
anything contrary to law.
4 ayes 0 nays 1 abstention
Councilmember Hankner stated she was abstaining from
the vote as she would like a chance to confer with
Attorney Meyers about the status of the current
lawsuit before authorizing another to be filed.
Attorney Meyers advised that they could amend
the lawsuit to include another party, as the current
suit is against the Met Council, and any new law-
suit would be against MAC. He added he would prefer
to keep the case in Ramsey County.
Mayor McCarty asked Councilmember Hankner for an
aye or nay vote on the previous motion, and had
Attorney Meyers quote the section of the code
which requires a unanimous decision by all Council -
members to let one member abstain from a vote. He
stated he was not allowing her to abstain.
Councilmember Hankner stated she would vote nay on
the previous motion, for the same reason as she
abstained, that she did not have enough information
to approve the motion at this time. Councilmenber Linke
said he wuld have voted to uphold Council.mmdxx Hankner's abstention.
Clerk/Administrator Pauley reported negotiations
were going on between Mr. Dinndorf and Mr. Gaughan
and that a section of Mr.Dinndorf's driveway had
been replaced and that the issue of fill will be
decided soon.
Clerk/Administrator Pauley reported he had attended
the Met Council committee meeting on the Metro Housing
Fund, and reviewed the actions taken at that meeting.
Motion Carried
Motion Carried
17. Report of
Administrator
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Motion/Second: Doty/Linke to adjourn the meeting at 18. Adjournme
0: 73� — 1
5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried
RespRCt,fully submitted,
Donal P, Pa ley
Clerk/Administrg or'
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