CC SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES 07231979

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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY • COUNCIL MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING July 23, 1979 The meeting was called to order at 7 : 35 p.m. by Mayor Haik. Present: Haik, Sauer, Letourneau. Absent: Ranallo, Sundland. Also present: Bowerman, Rymarchick and Sopcinski of the City Planning Commission; Hiebel of the ISD 282 School Board; McMullen, ISD 282 Community Services Director; Fornell, City Manager. Mayor Haik explained the purpose of the meeting and solicited questions from those attending. The ensuing discussion concerned the suitability of the land use of the present Park View site, alternatives available to the school district for disposition of the property, the present ownership situation, the present lease, operating and debt service costs and capital improvements necessary. • Concern was expressed about operating costs , taking over the building with its attendant capital improvement costs , building size , and necessary repairs ; the advisability of moving the fire department, and whether some tenants were compatible with the neighborhood and the zoning in the area. Mr. Bjorklund arrived at 8 p.m. Mr. Hiebel said the school district could not unilaterally sell the building to the City, if it desires to purchase it, primarily due to the partial payment of the debt service by residents of New Brighton. The Mayor and Councilman Letourneau were concerned about the purchase cost of the building, feeling that a low price could influence a decision to remain in Park View. After further discussion, it was decided to direct staff to draft a proposed lease extension in which the City would pay present opera- ting costs plus any capital improvements and the school district would extend the lease until after the bonds have been paid off, at which time the building would be the City's. Staff members sug- gested a few minor modifications including capital improvements for certain tenants and an escape clause for the City. The group consensus was to have the entire City Council and School Board discuss this approach and, if in agreement, to have the staffs • proceed with a proposed lease amendment.