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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.
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There being no further business, a motion was made by Councilman
Letourneau, seconded by Mayor Haik, to adjourn.
Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9 :10 p.m.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
. Reviewed for Administration:
City Manager
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