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I CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
102 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 January 23, 2001
4 I. CALL TO ORDER.
5 Mayor Cavanaugh called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
6 II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
7 Mayor Cavanaugh invited the Council and the audience to join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
8 III. ROLL CALL.
9 Councilmembers present: Mayor Cavanaugh; Councilmembers Sparks, Thuesen, and Horst.
10 Councilmembers absent: Hodson.
11 Also present: City Manager Michael Morrison; and City Attorney Jerome
12 Gilligan.
13 IV. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 23,2001 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA.
14 Motion by Thuesen to approve the January 23, 2001 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda with
15 the following additions:
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7 Add Item E3, Resolution 01-034, re: Drainage easement for the Harding Street Ponding Project.
18 Consider Item IXF prior to Item IXA
19 Add Item XII, Report on Northwest Quadrant Planning Steering Committee
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21 Motion carried unanimously.
22 V. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS.
23 None.
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25 VI. COMMUNITY FORUM.
26 Mayor Cavanaugh invited any residents in the audience to speak to the Council on items that are
27 not on the regular agenda.
28 Barry Tedlund introduced himself and stated he has been working diligently to open a fitness
29 center at the St. Anthony Shopping Center. He explained that he started this process in October
30 of 2000 and had hoped to open in March of 2001. Last week Thursday, he was told he could get
31 the building permit the following day so he signed the lease and obtained the insurance coverage
32 he would need. Then, on Friday,he was told he would need a conditional use permit prior to
33 obtaining the building permit. Mr. Tedlund stated it appears the conditional use permit process is
34 lengthy and may effect the timing of opening his business. He asked if he would be able to
35 complete this process within six weeks and what type of conditions would be placed on a fitness
�6 center.
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• January 23, 2001
Page 2
1 City Manager Michael Mornson explained that with any application for a commercial property,
2 the Planning Commission has required a concept review, even if a conditional use permit or
3 variance is not needed. He stated the concept review will be before the Planning Commission
4 on February 20, 2001, the public hearing with mailed notice will be held on March 20, 2001, and
5 the Council consideration will be on March 27, 2001. The building permit is typically issued
6 after the Council approves the conditional use. He explained that a building permit can be
7 issued, however, Mr. Tedlund would have to proceed at his own risk should approval not be
8 granted.
9 City Attorney Jerome Gilligan asked if there would be any exterior revisions. Mr. Tedlund
10 stated the bulk of the cost is for interior improvements.
I I Horst stated the Planning Commission encouraged concept reviews since it sometimes smooths
12 out the conditional use permit process. However, it is not a requirement. He noted the fitness
13 center is a permitted use so the conditions set by the Planning Commission and City Council
14 would relate to hours of operation, noise,trash can placement, etc.
15 Thuesen asked if not requiring a concept review with this request may establish a precedent for
06 future requests.
17 Horst explained that a concept approval allows the Planning Commission to better understand
18 what the project entails and allows them to indicate if they see any problems with the request.
19 Horst stated that in this case he sees no problem since this is a permitted use.
20 City Attorney Gilligan stated a health club is permitted with a conditional use.
21 Mornson explained that the public hearing and conditional use permit process are required but
22 Mr. Tedlund is requesting the ability to bypass the concept review process.
23 Sparks noted if the concept review is not used,the Planning Commission may still have
24 questions and the process slowed.
25 Mayor Cavanaugh stated his support to follow the concept review process, noting a decision will
26 be made by March 27, 2001. He noted that the Planning Commission is also better prepared to
27 answer the types of questions being raised tonight.
28 Thuesen stated he would like to see what can be done to accommodate this project and assure a
29 timely decision. He commented on the importance of assuring the shopping center is viable and
30 the City is business friendly.
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• January 23, 2001
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1 Mr. Tedlund stated he thought he acted prudently and had not attempted to short-circuit any City
2 process. He stated the information received on Friday that a conditional use permit is required
3 causes problems since he has already signed the lease.
4 Mayor Cavanaugh stated he believes the ordinances are easily understood and he does not think
5 waiting until March 27, 2001 is too long.
6 Horst stated he would support by-passing the concept review and holding the public hearing in
7 February. He noted also that the Council has discussed canceling the February 27, 2001, meeting
8 so a workshop can be held. Horst stated he believes the process can be followed directly to the
9 Planning Commission public hearing and recommendation, and concluded within 30 days.
10 Mayor Cavanaugh questioned the size of the proposed fitness club and the applicant's past
11 business experience. Mr. Tedlund advised of the size of the fitness center and his business
12 experience. He stated he has surrounded himself with knowledgeable business people.
13 Mayor Cavanaugh restated his support to follow the established process which he believes is fair
44 and has been required of other businesses.
15 Hearing no further response, Cavanaugh moved forward with the agenda.
16 VII. CONSENT AGENDA.
17 The following corrections were made to the January 9, 2001 Council meeting minutes:
18 Page 2, line 10, "He explained the City just completed this process at..."
19 Page 2, line 18, "Mornson stated he has spoken to Bob Kost..."
20 Page 14, line 3, "a different opinion than Bob Kost..."
21 Motion by Sparks to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Said Consent Agenda consisted
22 of:
23 1. Council Regular Meeting Minutes—January 9, 2001, as corrected, and
24 2. Claims.
25 Motion carried unanimously.
26 VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
27 A. Resolution 01-031 re: Amendment to the Chandler Place TIF Plan.
28 Mayor Cavanaugh opened the public hearing at 7:28 p.m.
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29 City Manager er Michael Momson explained this action would allow the City to purchase Custom
30 Liquidators which is already within the TIF Plan. This amendment would add funds for the
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• January 23, 2001
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1 purchase and possible demolition, and indicates the City will purchase the property. The benefits
2 are that a tax increment district does not need to be established but allows the City to hold the
3 property for future development.
4 City Attorney Jerome Gilligan explained that it was not originally anticipated the City would
5 purchase this, thus the need for an amendment. Also, State Statute requires the building be
6 identified within the TIF Plan.
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8 Mornson explained that while the City Council must hold the public hearing,the HRA must
9 adopt the resolution prior to the City Council considering Resolution 01-031. Because of that, he
10 recommended the Council stand in recess while the HRA meets to take that action.
11 Mayor Cavanaugh closed the public hearing at 7:31 p.m.
12 Mayor Cavanaugh stated the Council will return to this matter following adjournment of the
13 HRA meeting.
IX. GENERAL POLICY BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL.
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16 F. Resolution 01-030, re: Sale of Tax Abatement Bonds for Central Park Improvements
17 (Sprinested, Inc.).
18 Bob Thistle, Springsted, Inc., presented the bids that were received today for the Central Park
19 Improvement project. He advised that St. Anthony maintained a Moody Rating of Al. Mr.
20 Thistle stated they estimated a month ago that the interest rate would be about 5.50% to 5.60%.
21 However, the prime interest rate was lowered which resulted in significantly lower bids. He
22 advised that the low bid was received from Dain Raucher Incorporated at 4.5 62 1%.
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24 Mayor Cavanaugh asked which tax statements will contain this levy. Mr. Thistle advised of an
25 amendment that was processed after the last Council meeting since Hennepin County will handle
26 the tax abatement rather than TIF. Since this is an abatement district, it will show up in the City
27 levy but it will be the same levy as if it had been TIF. If it were not an abatement, there would .
28 have been a slight drop in the levy.
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30 Motion by Sparks to adopt Resolution 01-030, re: Sale of Tax Abatement Bonds for Central Park
31 Improvements.
32 Motion carried unanimously.
33 A. Set date for Board of Review.
Motion by Sparks to schedule the local Board of Review for Tuesday, April 10, 2001, starting at
5 7:00 p.m.
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January 23, 2001
Page 5
1 City Manager Michael Morrison explained the Hennepin County Assessor's Office will be
2 available at the meeting to answer questions on the 2002 property evaluations. Anyone with
3 questions on their property evaluation can ask questions at that meeting. He advised that the
4 County Assessor can be contacted prior to that date as well.
5 Motion carried unanimously.
6 B. Resolution 01-026, re: 2001 Flood Relief Program (WSB, Inc.).
7 Todd Hubmer, WSB, Inc., advised the Council of the grant applications received thus far, and
8 those he expects will be received.
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10 Motion by Thuesen to adopt Resolution 01-026, re: 2001 Flood Relief Program.
11 Mr. Hubmer stated that$100,000 of storm water utility funds will be dedicated in 2001 for the
12 program. This program will be available to every resident and business that is subject to
13 recurrent flooding for flood relief assistance. He stated the one page application can be
14 submitted to the City for up to $10,000 with 65% being paid by the City and 35%being paid by
15 the property owner.
0 Motion carried unanimously.
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18 C. Resolution 01-027 re: Agreement with Metropolitan Council/City's I/I goals (WSB),
19 Inc.).
20 Mr. Hubmer reported on the work of this project to address flooding. He explained it is also a
21 goal of the City's Comprehensive Plan to reduce clear water infiltration into the City's sanitary
22 sewer system. In acquiring the permit and accepting the Metropolitan Council goal,this
23 agreement outlines a procedure to which the City would agree on how to address clear water
24 infiltration. He noted the conditions placed on the City in this agreement with the Metropolitan
25 Council. Mr. Hubmer reviewed the various phases that would occur depending on whether the
26 City is within compliance with Metropolitan Council guidelines. He explained this program
27 quits once St. Anthony meets the Metropolitan Council's goals for two consecutive years.
28 However, if the City were to fall out of compliance, the process would start again.
29 Mr. Hubmer stated this agreement would be in effect for ten years. He stated the procedure by
30 which they established the goal for reducing clear water infiltration, they believe, is reasonable
31 for St. Anthony and the City will come close to reaching that goal at the conclusion of the
32 projects that will be underway. However, a more aggressive inspection program may be needed
33 in some of the older areas of St. Anthony.
34 Horst asked how the I/I goals are measured. Mr. Hubmer stated the Metropolitan Council has
Wmonitoring stations at the borders of St. Anthony to determine how much sanitary flow is being
36 contributed to the metro system. He explained how the average daily flow rate is established and
37 used to calculate system peaks.
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January 23, 2001
Page 6
1 In response to Thuesen, Mr. Hubmer commented on where St. Anthony falls in a percentile
2 ranking of other communities.
3 Motion by Thuesen to adopt Resolution 01-027, re: Agreement with Metropolitan Council/City's
4 1/1 goals.
5 Motion carried unanimously.
6 D. Resolution 01-028. re: Lighting asreement for 29`h Avenue NE with Northern States
7 Power Company (WSB, Inc.).
8 Todd Hubmer, WSB, explained the contract with Xcel Energy is for the installation and
9 maintenance of decorative lighting on 291h Avenue. The total cost for installation of the
10 decorative lighting is $155,100, and the monthly energy and maintenance fees are $6.45 plus
11 $1.35 surcharge per fixture. He explained that the surcharge is the cost in energy and
12 maintenance fees beyond what a standard street light would cost. The maintenance fee would
13 cover the cost should one of the lights be damaged.
464 Horst asked how close this is to the previous estimate. Mr. Hubmer stated it is exactly what was
5 estimated.
16 Thuesen asked if it was included in the budget. City Manager Michael Mornson stated it was
17 included in the budget.
18 Thuesen asked if much of the work was completed and wires placed with the construction on
19 29th Avenue. Mr. Hubmer stated the conduit is in place as well as the base for the light
20 standards.
21 Thuesen asked about the methods to install the wiring. Mr. Hubmer explained the contract
22 defines the methods for installing the conduit. If the installation is not done before the road is
23 paved,they will have to bore under it.
24 Sparks advised that a resident has asked if lighting of the boulevard will be discussed.
25 Mayor Cavanaugh suggested that a lighting survey be conducted since there are other dark areas
26 that should also be addressed.
27 Motion by Sparks to adopt Resolution 01-028,re: Lighting agreement for 29`'Avenue NE with
28 Excel Energy (Northern States Power Company).
109 Motion carried unanimously.
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• January 23, 2001
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1 E. Harding Street Project Review property acquisition and update (Evergreen Land
2 Services).
3 4. Discuss condemnation process.
4 Matt Storm, Evergreen Land Services, stated there are a number of properties remaining
5 to obtain easements which will take some time so he would recommend the City proceed
6 with the condemnation process so the 90-day clock begins. He noted that during that
7 time period, negotiations with residents can continue.
8 City Attorney Jerome Gilligan advised how the condemnation timing and quick take
9 process occurs. He noted that once the Harding Street pond project is awarded,the City
10 is committed to do the project and easements are needed for the City to complete the
11 project. He recommended the contract be awarded and the quick take process started.
12 Mr. Storm stated ten easements are needed. Three residents have retained the same
13 attorney and will be getting their own appraisals done, which will probably take until
14 March. He advised that negotiations with those three property owners has, basically,
astalled.
16 Sparks noted the Council is being asked to vote on the properties that have accepted the
17 offer.
18 Mr. Hubmer reviewed the timeline for this project with construction starting the
19 beginning of May. He noted that the condemnation proceedings may go into the second
20 week of May, which means the contract would be delayed by several weeks. Mr.
21 Hubmer explained that the contractor may be willing to push the schedule back several
22 weeks,but timing needs to stay on schedule.
23 Sparks asked about the maintenance agreement and if that issue has come up during
24 negotiations. Mr. Hubmer stated that is part of the process, noting the contingencies
25 added to the agreements signed to-date.
26 Mr. Storm reviewed the issues that were part of the negotiations including the relocation
27 of a watering line and tree. Other issues were raised about the pond and if it will have
28 sand.
29 Sparks stated she knows one resident has asked for a maintenance agreement on the pond.
30 Mr. Hubmer advised that another resident meeting will be held on February 6, 2001, to
31 review the landscaping and maintenance issues. He stated that the City will have to
maintain this pond to remove sedimentation and debris.
33 1. Resolution 01-032 re: Drainage easement for 2800-3155 Avenue NE.
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January 23, 2001
Page 8
1 City Manager Michael Morrison noted the three actions that will be needed to address
2 property acquisitions.
3 Motion by Horst to adopt Resolution 01-032, re: Drainage easement for 2800-3151 Avenue
4 NE.
5 Motion carried unanimously.
6 2. Resolution 01-033.re: Drainage easement for 2908-30`h Avenue NE.
7 Motion by Horst to adopt Resolution 01-033, re: Drainage easement for 2908-30`h
8 Avenue NE.
9 Motion carried unanimously.
10 3. Resolution 01-034, re: Drainage easement for the Harding Street Ponding Project
11 Motion by Horst to adopt Resolution 01-034, re: Drainage easement for the Harding
12 Street Ponding Project.
•3 Motion carried unanimously.
14 Jeff Wenker, 2829 30th Avenue NE, stated he lives next to the property the City owns.
15 He stated one of their major concerns is the truck traffic from the contractor. He stated if
16 the contractor must stay within the lot line, it is within four feet of his house.
17 Mr. Hubmer explained that a large orange fence will be placed at the project perimeter
18 and the trucks will stay within that area. He stated construction activities do generate
19 vibrations and they will attempt to move this activity as far away from the homes as is
20 reasonable.
21 Mr. Wenker stated his concerns with maintenance of the pond, hours of construction, size
22 of activity area, who is responsible for home damage, timetable for the project, and -
23 liability. He stated he would like to receive copies of the plans prior to the neighborhood
24 meeting so he is better able to respond. Mr. Wenker asked about property taxes and if the
25 property would be reappraised.
26 Mayor Cavanaugh noted that these questions will probably be asked at the neighborhood
27 meeting. He stated his support to have maintenance agreements on all of the City's
28 ponds.
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9 Mr. Hubmer stated he will try to get copies of the plans from the landscape architect so
0 residents have an opportunity to review them prior to the neighborhood meeting. He
31 commented on the previous seismic readings that were taken during construction of the
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1 Silver Point Park project and the finding that the project did not even come close to the
2 vibrations needed to result in damage. Mr. Hubmer stated the specifications detail these
3 issues and it is the contractor's responsible to assure damage does not occur. If damage
4 were to occur,the contractor is responsible to correct it.
5 Sparks asked if the contractor could contest the damage if the homes are not inspected
6 prior to the start of the project. Mr. Hubmer stated he will do some further research on
7 that issue and report back.
8 Thuesen stated he would like the City to do what ever possible to address the concerns of
9 the residents and make them comfortable with this project.
10 Mr. Hubmer stated he will answer the other questions raised by Mr. Wenker at the
I l February 6, 2001 neighborhood meeting.
12 Mayor Cavanaugh noted the attendance of John Shardlow and asked the Council to receive his report at
13 this time.
0 XII. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
15 A. Report on Northwest Quadrant Planning Steering Committee
16 City Manager Michael Morrison stated he asked John Shardlow to attend the meeting tonight to
17 present an update on the information from the Northwest Quadrant Planning Steering
18 Committee.
19 John Shardlow, DSU,reviewed the proposed meeting date schedule. He explained their first
20 meeting was organizational and all future meetings will provide an opportunity to listen to
21 direction and provide input. The February 16, 2001 meeting will be with developers to obtain
22 their input and the additional meeting will be held on Thursday, February 22, 2001. Then a
23 community forum meeting will be held in March. After that,the plan will be refined and brought
24 back to the Steering Committee.
25 Mr. Shardlow stated they have been clear with the Steering Committee and may have a different
26 recommendation than will be received from the Steering Committee. He reviewed the different
27 uses people want to see made of the Salvation Army property and stated they will continue to
28 bring people and input into the process.
29 Horst asked about a potential purchase by Hennepin County Parks. Mr. Shardlow stated a
30 discussion occurred but the Committee was not solicited for its viewpoint.
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January 23, 2001
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1 Thuesen asked if the Council will receive the tax capacity data and other detailed information
2 needed to make a determination. Mr. Shardlow stated they will provide a cost benefit analysis of
3 all of the alternatives.
4 Thuesen asked if developer interest will be clear at that point. Mr. Shardlow stated he has talked
5 with several residential contractors and all desire development of that property for residences.
6 He stated he has also talked with national developers who are interested in the entire site.
7 Thuesen asked what role the Metropolitan Council will have in this project. Mr. Shardlow stated
8 they are interested in supporting and promoting their Smart Growth Twin Cities Initiative,
9 however, there is a great deal of flexibility in how that is interpreted. He noted this is under
10 utilized property and the project will provide new investment opportunities, support transit, etc.
11 Thuesen asked how the schools will accommodate new housing and how the City will address
12 the added services needed for new housing. Mr. Shardlow stated those issues will be addressed
13 as well.
Sparks asked what impact a purchase by Hennepin County Parks would have. Mr. Shardlow
49 stated it would have a definite impact and advised of the meetings he has attended. He noted that
16 Hennepin County Parks has already indicated that the size is not adequate for a regional park
17 facility with active recreation. However, their program will be better understood as discussions
18 continue. Mr. Shardlow stated they will also talk with Columbia Heights about the option of
19 including the beach property.
20 Sparks asked if Hennepin County Parks has asked for a letter of approval from St. Anthony.
21 Mornson stated approval was given to proceed with negotiations and to purchase the property.
22 However, the City does not want that to close all options for the rest of the property. He stated
23 his understanding that the purchase agreement may be closed shortly so they will be before the
24 Council at that point.
25 Sparks stated it comes down to whether you want to see tax bearing property or open space.
26 Mornson noted that Phase II will now start with the final document expected in July of 2001.
27 Mr. Shardlow stated that is correct.
28 Mornson reviewed the meetings that will be occurring and advised that a grant of$120,000 will
29 be received to cover the cost of the consultants.
30 Mr. Shardlow reviewed how the March 10, 2001, issues forum meeting will be conducted and
0 stated they will distribute a worksheet to assure input is obtained from everyone. Mornson stated
32 the Council has indicated they may attend that meeting to observe.
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• January 23, 2001
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1 Mr. Shardlow stated he anticipates they will meet with Hennepin County Parks. Mayor
2 Cavanaugh encouraged them to meet prior to the February meeting.
3 IX. GENERAL POLICY BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL (continued).
4 F. Resolution 01-030,re: Sale of Tax Abatement Bonds for Central Park Improvements
5 (Springsted, Inc.)
6 This item was considered earlier in the meeting.
7 G. Resolution 01-029, re: Approval of Phase II Investigation relating to the redevelopment
8 of Central Park.
9 Mr. Hubmer explained this action is a proposal from BRW URS, Inc. to complete the Phase II
10 investigation related to the redevelopment of Central Park. He stated there are two options on
11 how to deal with the materials found. One is to remove the materials from site and the other is to
12 leave them on site with a cap. The Phase II investigation will determine the limits of the dump,
13 contents of the dump, and include laboratory analysis to determine the acceptable method for
14 handling the material. Mr. Hubmer stated removal of the material is an expensive option.
105 Mr. Hubmer stated they would like to coordinate this effort with the Harding Street project that
16 will have additional soils which could be used in the cap. He explained the PCA would decide
17 the acceptable material that can be used in the cap and once determined, they will haul that
18 material from the Harding Street project to Central Park. If the cap material needs to be
19 purchased and hauled in, it will result in a significant expense.
20 Mr. Hubmer explained this would be a change to the Harding Street project since the contractor
21 had intended to use that material within the Harding Street project. He stated there is a 90-day
22 hold to award the contract to March 13th which allows the investigative work to proceed and
23 identify the quantity of materials needed from the Harding Street Project. Once determined, the
24 Harding Street project contract can be amended. He stated he believes the Harding Street project
25 contains adequate materials for use in both projects.
26 Thuesen asked if the ground water situation impacts the ability to place and cap the materials.
27 Mr. Hubmer stated that will be researched and taken into consideration. He stated the PCA can
28 require the City to conduct additional laboratory analysis that could incur additional costs.
29 Thuesen noted the estimate of$52,500 and that the potential exists for a large cost over run. He
30 suggested that proactive discussions occur about how this funding can be accommodated.
31 Sparks asked if the favorable bond market gives the City some additional funding. City Attorney
Jerome Gilligan stated there will be more abatement dollars but that would be received each year,
33 not all in the first year.
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t Thuesen stated he would like to receive a report from staff on possible funding sources for cost
2 over runs. City Manager Michael Morrison stated that can be addressed after the bidding process
3 is concluded.
4 Mayor Cavanaugh stated the Park Commission may be interested in receiving timelines on this
5 project. Mr. Hubmer stated if the timeline proceeds as first laid out, the City should receive
6 some good bids.
7 In response to Sparks, Mr. Hubmer reviewed the sources for the City's water and the depth of the
8 wells in comparison to this project.
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10 Motion by Horst to adopt Resolution 01-029,re: Approval of Phase II Investigation relating to
11 the redevelopment of Central Park.
12 Motion carried unanimously.
13 Mr. Hubmer provided an update on the sewer claim and advised that it is currently being
6 processed and should be concluded in two to three weeks.
15 H. Resolution 01-025,re: 2001 PayEquity Implementation Report.
16 City Manager Mornson explained this report is required to be submitted every three years. He
17 noted it establishes salary ranges for different classifications and it has been determined that St.
18 Anthony is in compliance.
19 Motion by Sparks to adopt Resolution 01-025, re: 2001 Pay Equity Implementation Report.
20 Motion carried unanimously.
21 X. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND STAFF.
22 A. Planning Commission—January 16. 2001.
23 Planning Commissioner Hanson was in attendance to present the Planning Commission's
24 comments. He advised that the Planning Commission appointed Chris Melsha as the Chairman
25 and Randy Stille as Vice Chairman for 2001. He explained that no public hearings were
26 scheduled and the Walgreens issue was tabled at the applicant's request.
27 Planning Commissioner Hanson advised of the presentation made by Fire Chief Hewitt related to
28 Code enforcement.
4Planning Commissioner Hanson advised of the goals established for 2001 including the creation
t0 of a subcommittee to address the possible need for Code revisions. He also provided a status
31 report on other Planning Commission subcommittee activity.
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1 Planning Commissioner Hanson stated they look forward to a joint session with the City
2 Council.
3 Mayor Cavanaugh stated his support for the Planning Commission's goals for 2001.
4 XI. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCILMEMBERS.
5 City Manager's report:
6 City Manager Michael Morrison noted the Council has indicated a desire to schedule a study
7 session each month, however, some City business may need to be addressed at the study session.
8 He reviewed the types of issues that will be discussed at the study sessions which will be
9 broadcast and meeting minutes recorded.
10 Morrison noted that a 4/5ths vote is required for a conditional use permit so that activity could
11 not occur at the February 27, 2001 meeting since two members have indicated they will be
12 absent.
Planning Commissioner Hanson stated he thinks the fitness center could continue without a
41 concept review.
15 Sparks advised that the Middle Mississippi Water Management Organization is proceeding to the
16 Legislature to see if they can levy within the subwatershed. If that is not successful, they plan to
17 issue a levy and guarantee any money generated from St. Anthony will be spent on projects
18 within St. Anthony.
19 Sparks announced the Kiwanis meeting to be held tomorrow at the Stonehouse where Mayor
20 Cavanaugh will talk about the State of the City.
21 Sparks announced the receipt of a$5,000 grant to offer enrichment classes at Wilshire Park.
22 Sparks advised that at the Community Prevention Coalition meeting last week, it was indicated
23 there will be a new target market, a grassroots organization of young people working against the
24 cigarette industry.
25 Sparks stated the Girl Scouts are selling cookies and encouraged all to purchase from them.
26 Mayor Cavanaugh stated he received a call from the Chair of VillageFest who was wondering
27 where it can occur this year since the park will be under construction. He stated he suggested a
8 meeting be held to discuss what can be done this year.
30 XII. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
31 This item was considered earlier in the meeting.
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2 RECESS AND RECONVENE.
3 Motion by Thuesen to recess the Council meeting at 9:23 p.m.
4 Motion carried unanimously.
5 Motion by Thuesen to reconvened the Council meeting at 9:25 p.m.
6 Motion carried unanimouslv.
7 VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued).
8 A. Resolution 01-031, re: Amendment to the Chandler Place TIF Plan.
9 Motion by Thuesen to adopt Resolution 01-031,re: Amendment to the Chandler Place TIF Plan.
10 Motion carried unanimously.
11 City Manager Michael Mornson reminded all of the upcoming legislative session.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT.
13 _ Motion by Sparks to adjourn the meeting at 9:28 p.m.
14 Respectfully submitted,
15 Carla Wirth
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