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86-02-18 CITY OF MOUND MOUND, MINNESOTA MOUND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING 7:30 P.M., TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 1986 COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. Approve Minutes of January 28, 1986, Regular Meeting 2. Set Council Meetings for April 15th and 29th 3. Set Public Hearing Date for Conditional Use Request for Charles Jones at 4850 Edgewater Drive (SUGGESTED DATE: MARCH ~, 1986) Set Public Hearing Date for Subdivision of Land for Richard Anderson at Area Located South of Lynwood Blvd. on Westedge Blvd. (SUGGESTED DATE: MARCH {~, 1986) 5. Appointments to Cable T.V. Advisory Committee 6. Resolution Providing for the Free Flow of Information - Councilmember Smith 7. Appointment of Weed Inspector 8. League of Minnesota Cities Municipal Amicus Program 9. Discussion Re: Town Square Project 10. Request for Stockpiling - Anthony VanDerSteeg 11. Resolution Determining the Need to Construct a New Public Works Facility and to Issue General Obliga- tion Bonds to Pay for the Same and Calling an Election 12. Review of Proposed Brochure for Public Works Facility (To be handed out at the meeting) 13. Application for Subdivision of Land - City of Mound 14. Proposed Improvement to Bartlett Blvd. - John Cameron 15. Comments & Suggestions from Citizens Present 16. Payment of Bills 17. Set Date for Board of Review Meeting (SUGGESTED DATE: MAY 2?, 1986) Pg. 359-372 Pg. 373 Pg. 374 Pg. 375 Pg. 376-377 Pg. 378-379 Pg. 380-387 Pg. 388 ' Pg. 389-393 Pg. 394-397 Pg. 398-400 Pg. 401-404 Pg. 405-419 Pg. 420 Page 357 INFORMATIONTMISCELLANEOD$ A. Department Head Monthly Report for January 1986. Pg. 422-450 Be Letter to Governor Perpich and Other Members of Executive Council Re: Public Access on Lake Minnetonka Pg. 451-452 LMC Printout of Projected Impact of Governor's Recommended Budget Cuts Pg. 453-456 D. LMC Action Alert on Federal Tax Reform Restriction Pg. 457-460 Legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCMR) Request for Input (Please Advise) Pg. 461-462 Page 358 8 January 28, 1986 MINUTES - MOUND CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 28, 1986 The City Council of Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, met in regular session on January 28, 1986, at 7:30 P.M., in the Council Chambers at 5341Maywood Road in said City. Those present were: Mayor Bob Polston, Councilmembers Phyllis Jessen, Gary Paulsen, Russ Peterson and Steve Smith. Also present were: City Manager Edward J. Shukle, Jr., City Attorney Curt Pearson, City Clerk, Fran Clark, Planner Mark Koegler, Engineer John Cameron, Finance Director John Norman, and the following interested citizens: Tod Holmberg, Cheryl Grand, Joe Zwak, Buzz Sycks, Gregg Eckert, Loretta Fischer, Mrs. Goldie Torgersn, Mike Burgess, Deanna Burgess, C. Dudley Fitz, Greg Carlson, Mike Mueller, Betty Mueller, Larry Flam, Eugene Hodge, Carl Glister, Linda Ledray, Aaron Applequist, Steve Tessmer, Rex Alwin, Steve Hrkal, Craig Hrkal, Jim Bedell, Tony VanDerSteeg, Brad Lemberg, Bob Russek, DeWayne Terlinden, Shorty Jackson, Earl Bailey, Bill Husbands, Paul Young, Dick Anderson. The Mayor asked that there be a moment of silence fo~ the space shuttle t~agedy that happened today. The Mayor opened the meeting and welcomed the people in atten'dance. The Minutes from the January 14, 1986, Regular Meeting were presented for consideration. Councilmember Peterson asked that the following be corrected: 1. Resolution #86-7 be entitled: "Resolution Appointing Fran Clark as Acting City Manager for 1986". 2. In the 3rd to the last paragraph On Page 5, "unwaiving" be replaced with "remaining". 3. On Page 6, number 4 be reworded and after discussion with Councilmember Smith the following language be inserted, "Look into the comparative value of all sites". 4. On Page 7, the working in Councilmember's Smith motion be corrected to read "all motions", nbt "key issues". Councilmember Jessen asked that on Page 3 the spelling Of Marilyn Byrnes' name be corrected. MOTION made by Jessen, seconded by Peterson to approve the Minutes of the January 14, 1986, Regular Council Meeting as amended. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. January 28, 1986 PUBLIC HEARING: DELINOUENT UTILITY BILLS - JANUARY The City Manager reported that the delinquent list is down to $3,307.40. The Mayor opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council regarding a delinquent utility bill. No one responded. The Mayor closed the public hearing. Smith moved and Paulsen seconded the following resolution: RESOLUTION {86-12 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE DELINQUENT UTILITY BILLS IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,307.~0,~ AND AUTHORIZING THE STAFF TO SHUT-OFF WATER SERVICE FOR THOSE ACCOUNTS The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING: AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE REGULATING SATELLITE DISH ORDINANCE The City Planner gave a synopsis of the background'on this item and what.was to be covered in the ordinance. Th'e Planning Commission has recommended approval of this amendment. 'Councilmember Paulsen asked about the Dow-Sat satellite dish. The Planner stated this would be grandfathered under that second grandfathering approach on page 171 which the Planning Commission recommended using. The Mayor opened the public hearing. CARL GLISTER, 5008 Wren Road, stated that he called before he installed his dish about 1 year ago and was told that there was no ordinance in place at that time so there were no regulations. He stated his dish is in place and could not be moved. Councilme~ber Peterson stated that the Council could consider granting a variance, for Mr. Glister's dish. Mayor Polston stated that the reason this ordinance is being considered is because a number of people complained to the City when some of the satellite dishes were installed due to their setbacks and placement. GREGG ECKART, 1709 Baywood Lane, stated that he has had his satellite dish for 6 months, had called the City before he installed it and has not had any complaints. TOD HOLMBERG, 1712 Canary Lane, stated that as the ordinance is written many Mound residents would not be able to have a 10 January 28, 1986 satellite dish antenna because of the small lots (not being able to meet the setbacks) and the numerous trees on most lots (satellite dishes need to be out in open areas). The Mayor closed the public hearing. The Council discussed various aspects of the proposed ordinance amendment as they would relate to variances, aesthetics, setbacks, placement, etc. The-City Attorney stated that since satellite dishes are not a permitted accessory structure or a conditioned structure, they are not permitted in Mound. He further reminded the Council that they would need 2/3 vote or 4 out of 5 votes to pass this amendment because it is an amendment to the zoning ordinance. He also suggested that this amendment be written up in ordinance form and be brought back to the Council for consideration. MOTION made by Peterson to table this item to the next meeting. The motion died for lack of a second. Councilmember Jessen suggested deleting subsections a and f in 23.732.1 as an alternative. The Council also asked that the ordinance, address the problem of lakeshore lots and-satellite dish placement. ~ MOTION made by Polston, seconded by Jessen to direct the Staff to~-address the issues discussed tonight (e.g. put in ordinance form, lakeshore lots, locations, etc.), incorporate Councilmember Jessen's suggestions and bring back to the Council in 30 days. The vote was 4 in favor with Peterson voting nay. Motion carried. CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR WATER SKI SCHOOL AT 262? COMMERCE BLYD.~ ON LAKE LANGDON The Mayor stated that the public hearing was closed the last time this was considered but that the Council would listen to input from anyone wishing to address the Council on this issue. The following persons voiced opposition' to the issuance of a C.U.P., or had comments about the operation: Linda Ledray, Aaron Applequist, Deanna Burgess, Goldie Torgerson, Rex Alwin, Dudley Fitz. The following were their reasons: 1. Lake is shallow, has a high phosperous level, and stirring it up will make the lake toxic, destroying food for the wildlife living on the lake. 2. The activity will cause wave action that 'will be detrimental to the lakeshore, 3. The noise level and general activity on the lake will be annoying. 4. Lake isn't large enough for water skiing. 11 January 28, 1986 6. 7. 8. Possibility of overuse of the lake because more businesses might want to come in. This type of activity would cause the wildlife to leave the lake. There has not been an environmental impact study done on what affects this operation would have on the lake. Would like to see the study that was done Previously on Lake Langdon on regulating the size of motors allowed on the lake pursued again· Letters opposing the C.U.P. were received from the following people: Valene Torgerson Cornelius, Goldie Torgerson, A. O.. Pedersen, Eugene Hodge, Morris Splettstaszer, Orval Eddy, Harry Bockhaus, Guy Jenks, Aaron Applequist, Mary Pacholke, Holly & Ron Bostrom. The following persons spoke in favor of the C.U.P. issuance: Steve Tessmer, Steve Hrkal, Craig Hrkal. The following were their reasons for favoring the C.U.P.: 1. The Planning Commission has reviewed the entire proposal and recommended approval with conditions that Mr. Tessmer is willing to meet. 2. There is no objection or regulation by the DNR, PCA, ~atershed District, Gray Freshwater Biological Institute or the University of Minnesota for this type of operation· 3.. Lake Langdo'n's stratified layers would not be be disturbed by the operation of a boat. 4. The boats have special mufflers to keep the noise level down. 5. The boats are designed so they create only small wakes. 6. Only 1 boat would be used at any given time. Councilmember Jessen indicated she is concerned about the environment, but that Lake Langdon is 143 acres and she feels confident that the environment would not be disturbed· The conditions recommended by the Planning. Commission would allow the Council to review the operation each year. The purpose of this .business is to serve the people of the community· The water quality would not be a problem for humans. Councilmember Paulsen agreed· Mayor Polston, Councilmembers Peterson and Smith stated they could not support the issuance of this C.U.P. for the following reasons: 1. 2. It is too great a change in the lake use. There was not enough evidence to assure that the environment would not be harmed. Further restrictions could be put on the hours of operation. Applicant should secure and pay for Environmental Impact Study. January 28, 1986 Jessen moved and Paulsen seconded the following resolution: RESOLUTION ~86-13 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE OPERATION OF A COMMERCIAL RECREATION WATER SKI SCHOOL AT 2627 COMMERCE BLVDJ'ON LAKE LANGDON, PID #23- 117-2~ 1~ 00~9 . A roll call vote was 2 in favor with Peterson, Polston and Smith voting nay. Motion fa£1ed. CASE #86-S02: RICHARD HALVARSON. 2~01 EMERALD DRIVE~ LOTS 1. 2. 3,... DLOCK 6. SHIRLEY HILLS UNIT B~ FRONT YARD ~ETBACK VARIANCE Paulsen moved and Jessen seconded the following resolution: RESOLUTION ~86-13 RESOLUTION TO CONCUR WITH THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO APPROVE A SETBACK VARIANCE FOR LOTS 1, 2, 3, BLOCK 6, SHIRLEY HILLS UNIT B, PID ~2~-117-24 12 0038 (2501 EMERALD DRIVE) The voge was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. REOUEST FO]~ EXTENSION OF VARIANCE (RESOLUTION ~8~-2~); WALTER .[~ELLAND: LOT ~; BLOCK /[; REPLAT OF HARRISON SHORES Paterson mov~ed and Paulsen seconded the following resolution: RESO~'-UTION ~86-14.;~ RESOLUTION GRANTING AN ADDITIONAL ONE ~EAR ~ EXTENSION TO RESOLUTION ~83-23 The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. REOUEST FROM ANTHONY VANDERSTEEG Mr. VanDerSteeg was pr.esent and explained that he would like to accept some fill from the Town Square Project and stockpile it in an area directly behind his building even though his grading and land reclamation permit has been suspended because he was not meeting the original conditions and illegal fill material has been deposited on the site. After discussion, the Council referred .the matter to the Staff and the City Engineer to work'with Mr. VanDerSteeg and bring a report back to the Council at the next meeting at which time the Council will consider the request. The City Engineer'reminded Mr. VanDerSteeg that one of the first items he would have to address is obtaining the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Permit. 13 January 28, 1986 PUBLIC ACCESS TO LAKE MINNETONKA - MARK KOEGLER The City Planner presented a document he had compiled as a response from the City of Mound to the Metropolitan Council Task Force on the Lake Minnetonka access site question. He then went over this response with the Council. The Council reviewed the recommendations on page' 11 of the report. They agreed that the Coddon property on Halstead Bay is unacceptable as an access site. They also agreed, after review of the Mound Bay Park site, that further expansion of this facility is not possible due to adjacent land uses, limited land~ area and lack of suitable areas for parking. MOTION made by Polston, seconded by Smith directing the Staff to respond to the Governor and the Executive Committee, in letter form, that there are no more adequate or safe parking spots in the City of Mound to allow access sites, per the Task Force's definition of an access site. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. DISCUSSION/DIRECTION LOST LAKE PROPERTY The City Manager explained that the Staff needs direction from the Council on what the City wants to do with the Lost Lake property now that the title question has been resolved. Mr. Buzz Sycks stated that he needs a decision on whether the City is willing to sell the property for commercial development or not. , The following was discussed by the Council: 1. Get the Planning Commission involved in the process and get ideas on what type of development would be appropriate for this property. 2. Develop a process by which the property would be sold. 3. Decide what areas should be left as wetlands. 4. Have an open process. 5. Listen to what the proposers have to offer in more detail: a. park b. commercial 6. Consider combination of commercial area and nature area. The Attorney explained that the City Engineer has a property description of the property and knows which areas are wetlands and which areas could be developed. The Planner stated that some time ago he did a plan for the former City Manager, on Lost Lake as a park, so that too would be available for the study on the property. 14 January 28, 1986 MOTION made by Paulsen, seconded by Jessen directing the Planning Commission, with the help of the City Planner, City Engineer and City Manager, to develop a process for the sale Of the commercial area and with the Park Commission a plan for the development of the wetlands area. To be brought back to the City Council at the March 18th Council Meeting. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. COMMENTS & SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT The'Mayor asked if there were any comments or suggestions from the.citizens present. GREG CARLSON stated that he was at the HRA Meeting in July and the developer of the Town Square project stated that there was plenty of room left in the project for lease. Mr. Carlson further stated that he has now been refused space in the Town Square development and his business is suffering. MIKE MUELLER stated that he would like the Council's cooperation in finding out why he is unable to obtain space in the Town Square project. The Mayor explained that the City cannot force a developer to lease space to any one person. He reiterated that the Council has always indicated that existing businesses should be in the new center and'he hoped that the developer would {ind spa'ce for them. BETTY MUELLER stated that she had never heard of a government agency investing .money with no strings attached. Mayor Polston explained tax increment finance and that the money that the city has invested will be paid back to the City of Mound. The City Attorney explained that there are strict controls on the developer, such as: 1. The developer having 4.5 million dollars worth of assessed valuation in the project. 2. Letters of credit. 3. Guarantee's to make-up any shortfalls, etc. MOTION made by Smith, seconded by Peterson to request that the developer come to the next Council Meeting and explain his criteria for selecting tenants, in particular Mueller Pharmacy and its not being allowed in the Town Square project. EUGENE HODGE read his thoughts on the Town Square project. The Council decided they would just direct the City Ma'nager to contact the Developer and ask him to attend the next 15 January 28, 1986 meeting and explain his leasing arrangements. Peterson withdrew his second and Smith withdrew his motion. FUBLIC WORKS FACILITY PROPOSAL The City Manager gave the background on this proposal and introduced Brad Lemberg and Bob Russek of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates. They presented the site plan and the floor plan. Cost estimate is 1.4 million for the building, another $60,000 for the exterior storage and modifications, and the balance for legal, administration, engineering, architectural and'contingency for a total of 1.7 million dollars. Mr. Lemberg' explained that the final design plans are not done. Construction of the building itself will run between $45.00 and $50.00 per square foot. Mr. Russek explained that the exterior will be what they call sandwich construction (concrete with insulation in the middle). This coupled with the fact that the building will be built into the hill will be very energy efficient. There was discussion on the need to continue to use the Island Park facility for the storage of squad cars and police items. MOTION made by Polston, seconded by Paulsen t° ~ceept the concept for the new public works facility as presented tonight and reaffirm the need for the new facility. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried. The City Manager went over the timetable for preparation of the referendum. LYNWOOD BLVD. PROJECT & M.S.A. FUND BALANCE The City Engineer went over the MSA Construction Fund status, noting that if all the projects Plans for this year are undertaken, there will be a deficit. He is recommending asking for an advance from the 1987 allotment in order to cover all the projects. One of those projects is the repair of about 400 feet of Bartlett Blvd. which breaks up every year and needs to be · repaired once and for all. He asked for direction from the Council. MOTION made by Jessen, seconded by Peterson directing the City Engineer to prepare final plans for the repair of Bartlett Blvd., using an advance from the 1987 MSA funding to finance the project. The vote was'unanimously in favor. Motion carried. The City Attorney stated that there is a problem acquiring the north side of Lynwood Blvd. for right-of-way because the owner is not cooperative. He may need to condemn to acquire this property for the Lynwood Blvd. Improvement Project. 16 January 28, 1986 Peterson moved and Paulsen seconded the following resolution: RESOLUTION ~86-15 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE QUICK TAKE CONDEMNATION OF PROPERTY ON THE NORTH SIDE OF LYNWOOD BLVD. FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY IN THE LYNWOOD BLVD. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IF NECESSARY The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion. carried. PRELIMINARY ENGINEERINff REPORT - WESTEDGE BLVD. STREET-IMPROVE- The City Engineer explained the proposal, dated January 21, 1986, which was done because of a request by the City of Minnetrista to hook into our water and sewer for 2 possible areas of development in Minnetrista. He then explained how the watermain extension in the early 1980's was done. · Councilmember Peterson left the meeting at 11:30 P.M. The City Engineer stated that there would be 4 .properties involved in the assessment of this project and the largest is the Alwin property, which is in Green Acres and means that the assessment would be. deferred until the time that property is developed, thus the City would end up paying for the improvement until the time of development~. The Coun.cil heard from Dick Anderson who owns property which would be assessed for~ this street improvement and does not feel that it would be fair~ The Council discussed the fact that Mound requires the developer of the property to pick up the costs for improvements which basically are benefiting only the developer. The Council directed the City Manager and the City Engineer to discuss the above with'Minnetrista and see 'if the developer would be willing to pay for this improvement because it is a direct benefit to his development. ACTION ALERT: GRAMM RUDMAN DEFICIT REDUCTION PROCESS The City Manager presented the Action Alert. action on this item. The Council took no MEMBERSHIP IN ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIE~ The City Manager explained that membership in the AMM was deleted when the Budget was adopted in October. He is requesting that the City continue to be a member of this association because it 17 January 28, 1986 is beneficial for the City of Mound. He then gave examples of how they have helped the City in the past. The money to pay for this is available because.the City is receiving CDBG funds for the Senior. Citizen Coordinantor which was budgeted. Jessen moved and Paulsen seconded the following resolution: RESOLUTION ~86-16 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MEMBERSHIP IN THE ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN MUNCIPALITIES The vote was 3 in favor with Councilmember Smith voting nay and Peterson being absent and excused. Motion carried. RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE FREE FLOW OF INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC Councllmember Smith presented his proposal for a "Resolution to Provide for a Free Flow of Information to the Public and for a More Open City GOvernment". He stated he has contacted The Laker and they would be willing to print the individual vote of the Councilmembers as a public service. He stated he would only want this information on the following: public hearing items, zoning ordinances, conditional use permits, spending resolutions (Budgets). There was discussion on the above and who would be responsible for entitling the actions and what action was taken. Mayor 'Polston suggested publishing the entire minutes in the legal section. The City Manager stated this would be very expensive and is not a budgeted item. ' .... ..' The Council instructed the City Manager to check into the cost of publishing the minutes in their entirety and check into other formats that could be used. lq86 INSURANCE PROGRAM The City Manager explained that what will be presented tonight 'are the only options available. Insurance Agent, Earl Bailey presented the package to the Council stating that this is a 45% increase over 1985. It is less coverage with a higher premium but the only available coverage is thru the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust which would include work comp. He then presented the following comparisons: 1985 1986 1986 L AOU Property 13,991. 22,766. 11,262. (1; Crime 2,475. Incl. 293. (1) Equipment Incl. Incl. 4,948. (1) 18 January 28, 1986 General Liability Auto Liquor Liability Emer. Med. Teohs. Public Officials E & 0 Police Professional Umbrella Reserve Work. Comp. 15,313. 42,600. 37,380. (1) 17,259. 42,945. 19,666. (1) 6,300. 8,200. 8,200. (2) 1,18q. 1,647. 1,647. (3) 889.. 889. 889. (4) 2,200. 2,848. 2,848. (5) 4:100. - ......... 63,711 · 121 ,895. 87.130. ...... 7,187 (1) 63,711 · 121,895. 94,317. (6) 92,3q7 121 ,895. 136,905. Specialty Lines: (1) League of MN. Cities Insurance Trust thru N.S.R.S. (2) Transcontinental Inc. Co. thru John H. Crouther. (3) Great American Surplus Lines thru John H.Couther. (q) Lloyd's of London thru Bowes & Co. (5) Imperial Casualty & Indemnity thru Special Risks, Inc. (6) League of MN. Cities Insurance Trust thru. E.B.A. He stated he had just received a quotation from the. League on an umbrella. It would be an additional $31,000. His is recommending that the Council approve the $136,905. and not the extra $31,000. for the Umbrella. Polston moved and Paulsen seconded the following resolution: RESOLUTION #86-17 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE CITY INSURANCE -. PACKAGE AS RECOMMENDED IN THE AMOUNT.OF ?f $136, 905. The vote was 4 in favor with Peterson being absent and excused. Motion carried. RISK MANAGEMENT The City Manager explained that he is not recommending the continuation of services from Bill Husbands in risk management for $4,800 per year because he feels that with the limited coverages and the change in the municipal Insurance industry that there will not be as much to analyze and the City personnel can handle it. If the City finds that his services are needed in the future, it can be considered at that time. Mr. Husbands was present and thanked the Council. for the opportunity to work with them. MOTION made by Smith, seconded by Jessen to follow the recommendation of the City Manager and not renew the contract with Bill Husbands for risk management services at this time. The vote was 3 in favor With Paulsen voting nay and Peterson 19 January 28, 1986 being absent and excused. Motion carried. PROCLAMATION: 9RD ANNUAL SHOOT OUT BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Polston moved and Jessen seconded the following resolution: RESOLUTION ~86-18 RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 3, 1986, AS MOUND WESTONKA BASKETBALL APPRECIATION WEEK IN THE CITY -OF MOUND The vote was 4 in favor with Peterson being absent and excused. Motion carried. PAYMENT OF BILLS The bills were presented for consideration. MOTION made by Paulsen, seconded by Smith to authorize the payment of bills as presented on the pre-list, in the amount of $81,813.47, when funds are available. A roll call vote was 4 in favor with Peterson being absent and excused. Motion carried. RESCHEDULE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS FOR FEBRUARY & MARCH MOTION made by Paulsen, seconded by Polston to reschedule the regular Council Meetings for the months of February and March to February 18 & 25, 1986 and March 18 & 25, 1986. The vote was 4 in favor with Peterson being absent and excused. Motion carried. ACTION ALERT: GOVERNOR,S BUDGET PROPOSAl.' The City Manager presented the Council with an Action Alert receiyed today on the Governor's Budget Proposal which would reduce Local Government Aid to cities. INFORMATION/MISCELLANEOUS 'A, Mill Rate Information for 1985 from Hennepin County. B. Planning Commission Minutes of January 13, 1986. C. Urban Hennepin County CDBG Program - Background & Direction. Model Agreement for Reliable Access Parking Between L.M.C.D. and City of Minnetrista. LMCD Memo on Prosecution of LMCD Violations on Lake Minnetonka. F. Proposed LMCD Ordinance on Public Nuisances on Watercraft. 2O Ge January 28, 1986 Report on Recycling - A Proposal by the Metropolitan Council from Jon Elam. MOTION made by Polston, seconded by Smith to adjourn at 12:40 A.M. The vote was 4 in favor with Peterson being absent and excused. Motion carried. Edward J. Shukle, Jr., City Manager Fran Clark, CMC, City Clerk BILLS .......... JANUARY 28, 1986 Batch 854125 Check register 1/22/86 Batch 864012 Check register 1/23/86 Batch 864013 ,Check register 1/23/86 Total Bills 1 3,381.62 14,014.21 54,417.64 81~813.47 CITY OF M0UN0 Hound, Hlnnesota Case 85-441 NOTICE. OF PUBLIC ~EARING TO' CONS[DER'CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AT ~850 EDGEW^TER DRIVE FOR UNDERGROUND FUEL. STORAGE AND/OR'MARINA OPERATIONS · -PI~ 13-117-24 '44 0071 s PID 13-117-24 41 0047 NOTICE IS HEREBY'GiVEN that on TuesdaY, Ha~ 18, 1986, at 7:30 P.~, at the Hound CIty Hal'1, 5341HaywoodRoad, Hound, Hinnesota, a pubilc hearing wl..]'i .be he]d to.consider a Conditional Use.Permit at. 4850 Edgewater Drive for Underground Fuel Storage and~°r Harina OPerations. Prop;'rty"?;gal'ly descrlb;d as 'follows= Lots i~,'20, 21. and 22 Including adjacent flre lane vacated, Subdivision of Lots'l.and 32 Skarp and Lindquist's Ravenswood, PID Numbers 13-117-2q 41 004.7 and 13-117-24 44 0071 Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to the above will be heard at thls.'meetlng. Francene C. Clark, City-ClerK CITY'0F MOUND Mound, Minnesota CASE NO. 86-503 -~NOT. ICE QF HEARING TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN.: NOTICE I$ HEREBY.GIVEN that there will' be a public hearing at the City Hail, 534.1Maywood Road, Mound, Minnesota, at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, .March 18, 1986,to consider the subdivision of land located South of Lynwood Boulevard on Westedge Boulevard, PlO #'s lq'-117-24 33 0013 and 1~-117~24 33 0014'described as: The SoUth 410 feet of Lot 6'and 'that part of Lot $ and of the West 1/2of Lot ~. lying Southeri.y.of.the Northerly .l~ feet thereof, B)ock'll, Mound Terrace. Such pe-rsons.as desire to be. heard with reference to th~ above wlll be heard at this.,meeting.' Fr~-n~ene C. Clark~-City Clerk February 11, 1986 CITY of MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 TO: CITY MANAGER FROM: CITY CLERK RE: APPOINTMENTS TO CABLE T.V. COMMITTEE The following people are currently on the Cable T.V. Committee': Chuck Champine 1660 Canary Lane Jim Kutzner 4644 Carlow Road Marsha Smith 1764 Jone~'Lane Don Ulrlck 5600 Lynwood Blvd. 472-4795 ' 472-6310 472-4708 472-3689 H 472-1600.0 We have three vacancies on this committee. The following people have expressed an interest in being appointed.. Jack Breazile · 1920 Shorewood Lane Merlyn (Doc) Meier 4888 Edgewater Drive Dennis Spensley 4379 Wilshire Bivd, Apt, 472-2671 H 827-5481 0 472-1044 C-108 472-1154 fc An equal opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or handicapped status in the admission or access tO, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities, 375" Box 82 · 2310 Commerce Blvd. Mound, Mn. 55364 · 4'/2-1140 ~eb. X2~ 19B5 City of ~ound Be: Publication of minutes Attn: Fran Clark D~ar Fran: Thank you for your interest in possible publication of the city council minutes. It's difficult to s~v exactly what the cost ~ould be without actually setting the copy in type, but a figure of $20 to $25 per tB~e~mitten o~ge should be pretty close. At that rate, the sample you sent ne would run about $150, tops~ Again, thanks for yours, interest. Bill Nolm The Lsk er MINNESOTA SUBURBAN NI WSDAPBRS. INC. February 12, 1986 City of Mound 5341 Maywood Road Mound, Minnesota 55364 Attn: Fran Clark· City Clerk Re: Quotation for printing the Minutes of the City Council meeting of January 14, 1986. Dear Fran:- - We have set the minutes of the regular City Council meeting held on January 14, 1986 in a two column format for publication in the Westonka Sailor as per your request. The price for thiS'publiCation will be $157.99.. This figure is based on our formula of 68.1¢ per line for a two column/one time rate. Our legal publications are set in 6 point crown type in column widths of 9.3 picas/1 column and 19 picas/ 2 columns. We appreciate being considered as the official newspaper for'th~ City of Mound. Publisher Publishers of Current Newspapers, Sailor Newspapers, Sun-Current Newspapers and Focus Newspapers 7401 Bush Lake Road * Edina, Minnesota 55435 · (612) 831-1200 377 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND ENERGY 320 Washington Av. South Hopkins, Minnesota 55343-8468 935-338t TTY-935-6433 January 27, 1986 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF WEED INSPECTOR Enclosed are foms for the appointment of a weed inspect6~ in your municipality. It is required that the enclosed forms be filled out and sent to the proper authorities. Please do this as soon as possible as we would like all our appointments in by M~rch 4. Sincerely, William J. Brenna Agricultural Inspector WJB: kaw Enclosure HENNEPIN COUNTY ~) ~ ~ an equal opportunity employer Form 28 NOTICE OF APPOINT~ OF A~SISTANT WEED IN~FEOTOE FOE CITY~ VILLAGE OR FOR T~I~ItIP City of Mound (City, Village or Township) Hennepin County, Minnesota, do hereby appoint l~r. Address ~1 M~ywood Rn~d to be Assistant Weed Inspector for the period beginning January 1 (Nonth & Date) James Fackler (Park Director) i. Telephone No. _ 47'2-1155 -- and continuing until such time as the Town Board or Nayor wishes to termLnate said appointment.,-at a wage of $ ~er month,'or $~ ~er 6ay, or $ 13.32 per hour. This appointment confers on ~aid appointee all the duties, authority and privileges of any local weed inspector as outlinaSby law. Signod:_ ,. - or Signe~ :~ (ChairrAn of Township Board~ Date SE~D: FQbruarv lB One copy to your County Agricultural One copy to your local clerk. Address Inspector. 5341Maywood Road Mound, MN. '55364 A. THOMAS WURST, P.A. CUI~TI$ A. PE:AR$ON, P.A. ~JOS~'PH E;. HA~,~IL~ON, ~A~S D. ~RSON, P.A. THOMAS ~. UNDERWOOD, P.A. ROG~ U. ~LLOWS /AW OF"'~ICE!~ . WURST, PEARSON, HAMILTON, LARSON & UNDERWOOD I100 FIRST BANK PLACE WEST MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA $5,4.02 ,January 28~ 1986 Mr. Ed Shukle, City Manager City of Mound 5341 Maywood Road Mound, MN 55364 Dear Ed: This will acknowledge our discussions concerning the League of Minnesota Cities' solicitation for a Municipal Amicus Program. It certainly is my opinion that this program can be helpful to the City because of the tremendous amount of legislation taking place in the' state and the need for qualified and competent personnel as well as the legislative attorneys to be involved. Since our conversationS, I have joined CLEAR again. I used to be a member but dropped out during the year 1985. I have submitted my membership fee, and therefore if the City Council determines to proceed with the Municipal Amicus Program, you would contribute 5% instead of 10%. If you have any questions or comments, please Call me and we can discuss them prior to the time you discuss this with the City Council. SinGerely, City Attorney CAP:ih CITY of MOUND 5341 MAY~VOOD ROAD MOUND. MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 January 21, 1~86 Curtis A. Pearson Wurst, Pearson, Hamilton, Larson & Underwood 1100 First Bank Place West Minneapolis, .MN 55402 Dear Curt; Enclosed is a survey from the League of Minnesota Citles (LMC) ' concerning a Municipal Amicus Program. Please review.the information and see if this type of service would be of benefit to you or our City.' Incidentally, are you a member of CLEA~? ~.- Please get back to me on-this so this item can be discussed at the February 11, 1986', Council meeting. Thank you. Sincerely, Edward J. Shukle, Jr. City Manager An equal opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in. its programs and activities. league of minnesota oities Su~ey Mailer DATE: January 14, 1986 TO: City Managers, Administrators, Clerks and Attorneys (for action by the City Council) FROM: Stan Pes~r, General Counsel SUBJECT: Municipal ~icus Program The establishment of a Minnesota Court of Appeals has greatly increased the number of decisions from Minnesota courts that establish state wide precedent. The rapidity with which the intermediate court of appeals hears an~ decides cas~s, and the number of cases appealed, has made it impossible for the two to four friend of the court briefs which the League of Minnesota Cities is currently capable of filing each year to have any systematic influence on the development of Judgemade law impacting Minnesota cities. Most cities regard the amicus work of the League to be useful and necessary. See the attached letter from Mounds View. The problem is the lack of staff resources to do anythingbut a hit and miss Job of filing in all the cases that need our help. In the past six months the League has been asked to.file briefs in the following cases. City of Mounds View v. Johnson to court of appeals Issue: Is the district court Judge the real legislative decision maker? The district court ordered a rezoning of a parcel zoned residential'to" commercial since it was in contravention of a comprehensive plan based on property adjacent to the parcel. Property along one side and across the street was zoned commercial and the council failed to down zone this neighboring property when the issue was considered. 2. City of Barnum v. Carlton County to court of appeals Issue: Does a city have power to site a necessary city facility at a state approved location if a county objects based on county zoning? The district court decision denied the City of Barnum a conditional use permit for the construction of a stabilization pond system on a site that had PCA approval and for which grant funds had been allocated. -OVER- 51~.~)3 univensiCy avenue east:, st;. paul. minnesota 551 01 (61 2)227-5600 City of Duluth v. Howard F. Young to Supreme Court Issues: 1) Must public employers afford a veteran employee an opportunity for a veteran's preference.hearing when the position is abolished, in other words, is a veteran always the last employee to be laid off? 2) Is a veteran's preference panel the proper body to review the good faith of the c~ty in abolishing a position for economic reasons? 3) Is a knowing delay of 2 years in filing a request for a veteran's hearing a waiver of that right? The Court of Appeals decided that a veteran on a request made two years after the lay off must be afforded a veteran's preference hearing to determine the validity of abolishing a position and must be paid during the interim. 4. Oswalt v. County o.f Ramsey and City of New Brighton to Supreme Court Issue: Are cities estopped by equivocal statements of a city employee when another employee told the claimant he could request and possibly obtain relief by applications for a variance? A new Brighton resident purchased a house in the city in 197.5. In 1978 the city passed a floodplain management ordinance placing the house in a floodway. The city allowed the house to stay as a non-conforming use. In 1980 the lot and house began to collapse. Because of serious and continuing damage, the city condemned the house. The condemnation order required either the removal or the repair of the house in compliance with the flood plain ordinance. The resident alleged that the condemnation caused him to suffer symptoms of emotional stress.~'After foreclosure, he sued both New Brighton and Ramsey County under several theories including inverse condemnation. The Minnesota Court of Appeals found that the city'S actions constituted a taking, even though the city building inspector's supervisor informed the owner that he could apply for a variance and the owner did not apply for one. The building inspector's order tomake repairs to comply with the floodplain ordinance or to reduce the size the building was held to be an act of ending a non-conforming use. The city has an ordinance providing for termination of a non-conforming use without compensation at the end of its useful life. The.court held-that the city did not use the established procedure to determine useful life fo.r the house which resulted in a taking. 5. Itasca County v. Olson to Supreme Court Issue: Who are managerial or supervisory employees and for which kinds of personnel decisions does the open meeting statute override the Data Privacy Act. .Itasca County began a job performance evaluation of the Hospital administrator at an open meeting of the hospital board. At the administrator's request that the board close the meeting to the public because the discussion would involve information classified as private personnel data under the Data Practices Act. The county then sought a declaratory judgment to determine the parties' rights and responsibilities. The trial court ruled that the-Data Practices Act creates an exception to the Open Meeting Law which is subject.to --2-- court review· The Minnesota Court of Appeals; ~eversed , assuming without investigation or analysis that any employee evaluation carried on by a local governing body is only for supervisory employees. It also decided that super- visory employees have no justifiable expectation of privacy in their evaluations. Now cities do not know which employees are entitled to Data Privacy Act protections. . 7. Andrade v. Ellefson to Supreme Court Issue: Can a local government be liable in tort for issuing or renewing a license? The Court of Appeals overturned a trial court decision that granted a pre-trial dismissal to Anoka County from a suit that alleged that the county improperly renewed a day care license. Previous decisions seem to hold that a licensing authority acts to protect the public in general and no specific duty is owed to individuals. Because of the lack of time and personnel, the League could only do briefs in 1 and 3 above· To try to shape this vital area of development of the law, the League, in cooperation with the Minnesota Association of City Attorneys proposes expansion of the CLEAR staffing capabilities so the League could participate tn'~0 to 25 cases per year. The program would require the addition of a full or part-time attorney to the League staff. In addition to preparing briefs this person would track cases through the lower courts and arrange for selection of important cases for League participation. The city attorney's association proposed a governing panel of 10 acting pursuant to criteria established by the League Board. The suggested panel would consist of two League Board members, the four officers of the City Attorneys Association, the League Ceneral Counsel and three additional city attorneys selected by the seven designated panel members. With the assistance of staff, the panel would: . Systematically review Minnesota cases which will or may be appealed and which will likely shape the law affecting all or a substantial number of Minnesota cities. Select from the cases reviewed, those which are deemed most worthy.of MAP intervention and encourage and assist appeals in those cases. The briefs would be prepared by CLEAR staff or in some cases by member city attorneys or their staff with assistance from CLEAR staff. -OVER- Support of these activities would require $30,000 to $50,000 annually, depending on the number of cases taken and the responsibility assumed by MAP upon the appeal. Would your city agree to an additional payment of 10% of your regular League dues, 5% if the city attorney is already a member of CLEAR, with the proceeds dedicated to this new city legal defense activity?* Yes, our city would participate No, our city wOuld not.participate Date: City of person communicating the council decision *'before the council deliberates on and answers this question, you may want to ask your city attorney his or her opinion. A copy of the'League dues schedule is attached. We need a response to this inquiry by February 28, 1986 so that budgeting plans can be completed. Return to: Stan Peskar, General Counsel, League of Minnesota Cities, 183 University Avenue East, St. Paul, MN 55101 SGP:ctd Popula'tion: '..~-.-... ......... (1980 federal census) 183 University Avenue East LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES Organized 1913 Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101 Dues Schedule .Effective during 1985-86 CITI ES WITH POPULATION OF: 249 or less ................................................ $164 250-4,999 ............................... $56 plus 43.43c per capita 5,000-9,999 ............................. $454 plus 35.48c per capita 10,000-19,999 ................ ". .......... $980 plus 30.32c per capita 20,000-49,999 ......................... $3;353 plus 18.35c per capita 50,000-299,999 ......................... $9,927 plus 5.20c per capita 300,000 and over ...................... $16,732 plus 2.93c per capita (This schedule adopted June 15, 1985. Total rounded to nearest dollar.). For membership dues in the League of Minnesota Cities for year Beginning September 1,1985 Annual dues for membership in the League of Minnesota Cities (this includes subscriptions at $15 each to MINNESOTA CITIES) Payment from Public Funds Authorized by Minn. Stats., Sec. 4S5.58 I:declare under the penalties of law that the foregoing account is just and correct and that no part of .it has been paid. Executive Director, League of ldinnesota Cities Dated: July.i, 1985 -OWR- E TH December 5, 1985 MINNESOTA 2401 HIGHWAY 10 MOUNDS VIEW, MINN. 55112 784-3055 Mrs;'Susan Edel, President League of Minnesota Cities 183 University Avenue East St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 Dear Mrs. Edel: The City of Mounds View recently received the results of our appeal of the decision of a Ramsey County District Court in the case of the City of Mounds View versus Gregory A. Johnson, dba Highway 10 Radiator. As you may recall, the Board of the League of Minnesota Cities directed your legal counsel to' prepare an Amicus Curiae Brief on this case due to your recognition of the fact that should the initial decision stand, the integrity of comprehensive land use plans, and the ability of cities to reasonably determine their land use and~zoning, would be jeopardized. We happily learned that the Court of Appeals has agreed with the position of the City of Mounds View and the League of Minnesota Cities' and reversed the District Court's decision. This decision again places zoning and conditional use issues back into the hands of the local policy making bodies by reversing the District Court's order forcing the City of Mounds-View to rezone and issue a Conditional Use Permit on the aforementioned property. On behalf of the City of'Mounds View and the Mounds View City Council, I wish to offer our heartfelt thanks to the 'League of Minnesota Cities for your assistance in successfully appealing this case. It is comforting to know that at a time when more than moral support is needed, your organization can be depended upon to support an individual member when it will also benefit the interests of all member cities. · Sincerely, CITY OF MouNDs VIEW Mayor JL/mj S CITY of MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 January 31, 1986 John F. Bierbaum 88 South Sixth Street Suite 925 Hinneapolls, HN 55402-1196 Dear Hr, Bierbaum= There has been some concern expressed by local businessmen concerning the availability of space in the Town Square Project. Specifically, Hr. and Hrs. Hike Hueller and Hr, Greg Carlson, Hueiler Pharmacy; The'Hueller~s and Hr. Carlson appeared at the City Counc|l meeting on January 28, 19~6. It was their position that the City Council should assist them in obtaining space-in the Town Square development. After some discussion, the Council directed that I contact you requesting' your attendance at the February 18, 1986 Council-meeting. The purpose would be for you to discuss the criteria you are using in locating businesses In the'project. It is not intended to be an ~'attack'~.upon you. The Council has indicated that an interrogation of you will not be a)iowed. Therefore, I am requesting that 'you attend.the next meeting. at 7:30 PH. It begins · If you have any questlons,'please contact me. Edward J.. S 'City Hanager ES:ls cc: Eldo Schmidt, HRA Curt Pearson, City Attorney 3~ ~) An equal oppo~unity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or handicapped status in the admission or access to. or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. CITY of MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: City Manager Ed Shukle Jan Bertrand, Building Official February 10, 1986 Fill Permit # 6808, Part of Government Lot l, Section lq-ll7-2q (1861 Commerce Boulevard At the November 25, 1985 City Council meeting, Mr..Anthony VanDer Steeg's grading Permit was suspended until he complies with the conditions stipulated under Resolution No. 84-150. He is now requesting the stockpi.le fill from the Town Square project on his property, in the area south of the greenhouses (shown on the attached site plan). John Cameron, you and ! .looked at ~he site today. I feel there should be no problem in stockpiling fill, but Item # 2 of Resolution No. 84-150 requires completion of the .seeding and sodding by October t, 1986. Therefore, the fill piles should be leveled and all requirements met as pre- viously-revieWed by October l, 1986.. JB/ms in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. PLAT OF SITZ.'ET FC, k A?:Ti:Ohw_'S FLCRA'- ~ Gi{EENItOUSES IN GOVERJ;MEN~ LOT l; SECTICM' 14-1i7-24 5'?0.0' · Or','*'sw*a )/ E',~a on &n ~' .: r. ~." ',.1 , I. "' 5&'~.67' ,o c,3rti£2: that 'this Js a true anu eorr~:ct renr~zscnt'~%ic:, oc [~ 'm"'e'' of t~'= boundaries of ~ke North %t ~t ~, Secticn 14, To~shiu llT,~:orth~ }~nge 24 Le~ of the 5~~ :~nci~l ~,eri~ian, ~CEPT ~t : ~'ri!.ec ~s follows: ~-~di~nC at ~ '>~int on 7oh~ ~orth line of ~?:ic ~o* distant 6~.O2 feet ~st rrm )rr:er c,~ s~id lot; thence f~:st ~o b}~.~ :k:rtke,,c~t eo~er oC ~id lot; thence Sou~h ~long thu ~st lir~ :ist:~ncc of 165 feet; thence 7est ~r~.il,~ with .t~id t:nrth iir:~ tc .,n jntersepti~.,n ~ibn ~ line d:-~ra: r tndress and ei~ss ,:n(, drivew,c~ ~ur.~oscs over ~e S~ut': 5( f'e~t of thc W,.~:~ 2z.6 feet of saiJ exce' ~tion nf all ~"'' . · "" ex~o~z~,~ b~iaini.s tnerenn It uo_s nob mr~rt t.o show other improve:rsnts or enero~:c = lO0' 0-78 GORDON R. COFFIn, CO. 247 ' November 26~ 1985 RESOLUTION NO. 85-152 RESOLUTION TO SUSPEND THE GRADING AND LAND RECLAMATION PERMIT OF ANTHOR"f VANDERSTEEG, 1861 COMMERCE BLVD. WHEREAS, on September 25, 1984, the City Council issued a Grading and Land Reclamation Permit (Resolution ~84-150) to Mr. Anthony VanDerSteeg, 1861 Commerce Blvd. 'to fill behind the aforementioned address;, and -WHEREAS, on November 12, 1985, the City Council passed Resolution 885-143, regarding the above mentioned Grading and Land Reclamation Permit. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLYED that the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota, does hereby suspend the Grading and Land Reclamation Permit until such time as Mr. VanDerSteeg.. ~omplies with the original conditions in Resolution #84-150; and the conditions in Resolution 884-143. The foregoing resolution was moved by Councilmember Peterson and seconded by Councilmember Paulsen. The'following Councilmembers voted ih the affirmative: Jessen, Paulsen, Peterson, Polston and Smith. The following Councilmembers voted in the negative: none. .. Attest: City Clerk M~yor 3?/ RESOLUTION NO. 842150 September'25, 1984 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A GRADING AND LAND RECLAMATION PERMIT FOR GOVERNMENT LOT 1, SECTION.l~-117-24 {PIP ~14-117-2~ 14 WHEREAS, Antonie VanDerSteeg, owner of the property described as the North 435 feet of Government Lot 1, Section 14- 117-24 West of the 5th Principal Meridian, EXCEPT that part thereof described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of said lot distant 606.62 feet West from the Northeast corner of said lot; thence East to the Northeast corner of said lot; thence South along the East line of said lot a distance of 165 feet; thence West parallel with said North line to an intersection with a line drawn South parallel with said East line from the point of beginning; thence North to the point of beginning, together with an easement for ingress and egress and driveway purposes over the South 50 feet of the Weset 246 feet of said excepted tract, and the location of all existing buildings thereon. PIP.#14-117-24 14 0003; has applied for a grading and land reclamation permit pursuant to the City Code, Section 35.200; and .... WHEREAS, City Staff has review'ed the request and does recommend approval with stipulated conditions. · NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council does hereby approve the requested grading and reclamation permit for the Anthonie VanDerSteeg property as stated on ~he attached Exhibit "A" with the following conditions: 'The Exhibit "A" fill area be adhered to by the applicant with the silt fencing installed 'at the perimeter continuously and maintained in good condition. '0 Seeding or sodding shall be accomplished by October 1, 1986, or when the filling is completed, whichever date is sooner. The fill material that has been placed will have all. material r,emoved that will support decay. At the recommenda'tion of the Building Official, a soils engineering firm will be retained and a report submitted to the City Engineer to verify compliance of this at the owner's expense. Submit. to the City Engineer any other required permits; i.e. Watershed District. No further fill material will support decay with a l'ot (or record) to be kept by the property owner of future fill to be used stating the date received, where the 3?2- September 25, 1984 fill was transD0rted from, the name of the transporter and the number of yards received· The owner is required to provide garbage/refuse service by an independent service for his floral and home use. Erosion and dust control shall be by the use of haybales staked and secured in place or equal and dust control as approved by the City Engineer and Minnehaha Creek Water- shed District. This permit wil'l expire October 1, 1986, or may be renewed by the City Manager. The permit is non-transferable to a new property owner and it may be revoked after notification to the property owner. The foregoing resolution was moved by Councilmember Charon and seconded by Councllmember Jessen. - . The following Counotlmembers voted in the affirmative: Charon, Jessen, Paulsen, Peterson and Polston. The following Counollmembers voted in t~e negative: none. Attest: City Clerk Mayor $?3 RESOLUTION NO. 86- February 18, 1986 RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE NEED TO CONSTRUCT A NEW PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY AND TO ISSUE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS TO PA~ FOR THE SAME AND CALLING AN ELECTION WHEREAS, the City Council has studied the need for new facilities to provide public services needed by this growing City and has determined that a new public works facility is needed; and. WHEREAS, in order to finance said improvements and acquisitions, it is necessary that municipal bonds be issued pledging the full faith and credit of the City to their payment; and WHEREAS, in order that such bonds may be .issued as general obligations, it is necessary to submit the questions of the issuance to the voters of the City· NON, THEREFORE~ BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota: The City Council of the City of Mound has been informed and has investigated the need for additional public facilities and has found that a public works facility is necessary to store, repair and protect City owned equipment, and has determined and does hereby find and declare that it is necessary and expedient for the'city to make suc~ improvements at an estimated cost to bhe City of not/to exceed $1,700,O00'and to finance the same by issuing bonds as authorized by Chapter 475 of the Minnesota Statutes. ®. That the question of providing monies to acquire, construct and equip said facilities shall be submitted to the voters of the City at a special City election to be held on Tuesday, the 8th day of April, 1986, and that the special election shall be held with the polls being open from 7:00 A.M. and remaining open until 8:00 P.M. on said date, and there shall be 6 voting precincts. The election judges who are appointed to conduct said election are set forth in Exhibit A of this resolution. The City Clerk is authorized and directed to cause printed ballots to be prepared for the use' in said election in which the proposition shall be stated in substantially the following form: February 18, 1986 ~t OFFICAL BALLOT SPECIAL BOND ELECTION CITY OF MOUND APRIL 8, 1986 SHALL THE CITY OF MOUND ISSUE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,700,000 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING MONEY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING OF A NEW PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY WITHIN THE CITY ? INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS: Voters desiring to vote in favor of the foregoing proposition shall mark and "X" in the square opposite the word "YES"; voters desiring to vote against the foregoing proposition shall mark an "X" in the square opposite the word "NO". (Blue Ballots - See M.S.A. 205.17, Subd. 4) The City Clerk shall cause notice of said election to be given by publication in the official newspaper of the City at least two weeks prior to said election and by posting said notice in at least three public places in the City at least ten days prior to said election. She shall also .publish a sample ballot in the official newspaper at least one week prior to the election and shall post a sample~ballot in her office at least four da~s before the election and shall post a sample ballot .in'each polling place on election day. The election shall be held at the usual voting places for the State general election and as set forth in Exhibit B attached to this resolution, and said election shall be held and conducted in accordance with the statutes of the State of Minnesota applicable to City elections. The Council shall meet on Wednesday, April 9, 1986, as required by law for the purpose of canvassing said election and declaring the results thereof. The foregoing resolution was moved by Councilmember and seconded by Councilmember · The following Councilmembers voted in the affirmative: The following Councilmembers voted in the negative: Mayor Attest: City Clerk February 18, 1986 Exhibit A Resolution ~86- BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota, does hereby approve the following list of election judges for the City Referendum Vote on April 8, 1986. Gunhild Anderson Holly Bostrom Emma Brandenburg John Brawthen Eunice Bren Isabel Bryce Bob Byrnes Mary Chase Ina Coleman Leatrice Cooper Sharon Corl Winnie Dalton Marion Davidson Sail DuPuis Theresa Gauvin Jan Gierman Marion Gllbertson' Marjorie Hoag Gladys Jackson Jeanette-Johnson Sharry Johson Kathy Kluth. Donna Lugauer Delores Maas Suzanne Martin Sharon Meier Charlene Miller Lee Mondloh Catherine Moynagh Joyce Nelson Dorothy O'Brien Freida Olson Jeanne Olson Danita Ownby Barbara Patterson Millie Pauman Marsha Peickert Darlene Pool Irma Psyok Tillie Puffer Bernice Putt Jean Robinson Shirley Romness _ Delores Sohwalbe'- Ann Schwingler Ada Shepherd Harriet Shepherd Ann Schwingler Barbara Sidders Bud Skoglund Marsha Smith Edith Sprow Lemuel Sprow Cynthia Stevens Linda Strong Mary Sundby Fran Swanson Jeanne Swenson Henry Vakoc Phyllis Vakoc Marilyn Wiederman Sandi'.Wilsey Sandi Woytoke February 18, 1986 Exhibit B Resolution ~86- NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION REGARDING THE ACQUISITION AND BETTERMENT OF A PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY FOR THE CITY OF MOUND CITY OF MOUND HENNa'PIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA APRIL 8, 1986 NOTICE is hereby given that a special election for the City of Mound, Minnesota, will be held Tuesday, April 8, 1986, between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 8:00 P.M. for the purpose of submitting to the voters of the City the following proposition: SHALL THE CITY OF MOUND ISSUE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,700,000 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING MONEY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING OF A NEW PUBLIC .WORKS FACILIT~ WITHIN THE CIT~? Polling places for said election will be as follows: Precinct #1 - Shirley! Hills Elementary School (Little Theatre) 2450 Wilshire Blvd. Mound, MN. ~ :: Precinct #2 - Indian Knoll Manor 2020 Commerce Blvd. Mound, i~MN. Precinct $3 Island Park Hall 4843 Manchester Road Mound, MN. Precinct ~4 - Seahorse Recreation Building 5430 Three Points Blvd. Mound, MN. Precinct ~5 - Westonka Community Center (THe Depot) 5801 Bartlett Blvd. Mound, MN. Precinct ~6 - Hennepin County Library 2079 Commerce Blvd. Mound~ MN. City Clerk City of Mound, Minnesotm APPLICATIOh; FOF, '~UL~DiV;~L~i,; L;i:: Sec. 22.03-a VILLAGE OF MOUND FEE $ FEE OWNER PLAT 61650 PARCEL 5100 CITY OF HOUND Location andcompletelegsldescriptionofpropertytobedivlded: PID #1~-117-24 33 0046 The North 22.5 feet of the South'24 feet of the West 100 feet. of Lot 45, Koehler's Addition to Hound, Lake Hlnnetonka~ Hennepln County, HInnesota ZONING B-1 To bedividedssfotlews: (SEE ATTACHED DESCRIPTION) The remalnder of the parcel wi'll become part of.Lyn~Ood Blvd. when it is realigned'this Spring.. Jsttech survey or scale drawing show;ag adjacent streets, dimension of proposed building sites, square foot area of each new parcel designated by number} A WAIVER IN LOT SIZE I~ REOUESTED FOR: New~ot No. From Reason: ';. Square feet TO Square feet · Clty of Hound - (signature) ADDRESS 53q. 1 Haywood Road Hound, Applicant's interest in the property: Owner This application must be signed by all the OWNERS of t~e property, or an explan- ation given why this is not the case. TEL. NO. 472-1155 DATE 2-7-86 PLANNING coMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: DATE COUNCIL ACTION Resolution No. DATE APPROVAL OF THIS *DIVISION IS DEPENDENT ON THE LEVYING OF ANY DEFICIENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS BY WAIVER, THE FILING OF THE DIVISION AS APPROVED AND THE NECESSARY PAYMENTOF TAXESBY THE FEE OWNER WITHIN 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF THE RESOLUTION OR IT BECOMES· NULL AND VOID. A list of residents and owners of property within feet must be attached. PARCEL 1 Reply To: 12800 Industrial Park Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 (612) 559-3700 Part of Lots 44 and 45 KOEHLER'S ADDITION TO MOUhD That part of Lots 44 and 45, KOEHLER'S ADDITION TO MOUND, according to the recorded pIat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, Oescribed as beginning at the northwest corner of.said Lot 44; thence easterly along the north line of said Lot 44 a distance of i~i.O0 feet to the intersection of the west ilne of the east 80.00 feet of said Lots ~4 and 45; thence southeriy aiong said west iine to the south iine of the north 28.5 feet of said Lot 45; thence westerly aiong said south itne .to the west iine of the east 91.00 feet of said Lot 45; thence southeriy aiong said west iine to the north line of the south 1.5 feet of said Lot 45; thence westerly aIong said north llne to'the west line of the east iO0.O0 feet of said Lot 45; thence southerly aiong said west iine 1.5 feet to the south itne of said Lot 45; thence westeriy aiong said south iine to the east Iine of the west lO0.O0 feet of said Lot 45; thence northerIy aiong said east line to the north line of the south 1.5 feet; thence westerly ~long said north iine iO0.O0 feet to the west iine of said Lot 45; thence north 78.5 feet to the point of beginning, which lies southerly of the foiiowing described Commencing at the northeast corner of Lot 4i, said KOEHLER'S ADDITION TO MOUND: thence=on a bearing of South aiong the east iine of said Lot 4i a distance of IO.O0 feet [o the beginning of said line: thence South 89. degrees 28 minutes 45 seconds West 5.08 feet; thence southwesterIy 287.22.. feet aiong a tangentiai,..:Curve, concave to the southeast having a radius of i056.48 feet and a centrai angie of i5 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds; thence South 73 degrees 54 minutes iO seconds West i7.77 feet; thence southwesteriy 77.47 feet aiong a tangentiai curve concave to the'northwest having a radius of 669.17 feet and a centrai angie of 6 degrees 38 minutes to the west line of said Lot 45 and said iine there terminating. Containing 2864.15 square feet. pr!n~ed on recycled paper 3?? z CONSULTING ENGINEERS B LAND SURVEYORS [] PLANNERS February 12, 1986 Reply To: 12800 Industrial Park Boulevard Plymouth0 Minnesota 55441 {612) 559-3700 Mr. Edward J. Shukle, Jr. City Manager City'ofMound 5341Maywood Road Mound, MN 5556~ SUBDECT: Bartlett Boulevard M.S.A.P. 145-103-02 F~A File #7931 Dear Ed: Enclosed are reduced copies of the two plan sheets for the above project, along with an Engineer's Estimate of the construction cost. We would appreciate these being included on the council agenda for the meeting of February 18, 1986. Upon approval by the City Council, the plans and specifications will be submitted immediately to the District State Aid Engineer.. We hope to receive approval from the State Aid Office in time to take bids the middle of April. If you have any questiohs, or need additional information, please contact Very truly yours, McCOMBS-KNUTSON ASSOCIATES, INC. OC:jmj Enclosures ENGINEERS ESTIMATE MSAP 145-103-02 BARTLETT BOULEVARD ITEM No. or~ S~P ~ 2021 ' 501 2104.505 2104. 513 2105. 501 2105.533 2211.501 2211.501 2331.504 2331.514 2341.504 2341. 514 2357. 502 2502.541 2506.522 S.P. ESTIMATED DESCRIPTION ......... QUANTITY-- Mobilization Remove Bituminous Pavement Sawing Bituminous Pavement Common Excavation Salvaged Aggregate EV Aggregate Base Class 2 Aggregate Base Class 5 Bituminous Material for Mixture Base Course Mixture Bituminous Material for Mixture Wearing Course Mixture Bituminous Mat. for Tack Coat 6" Perforated T.P. Pipe Drain Adjust Frame and~Rin9 Castings Geotextile Fabric 1650 S.Y 100 L.F. 1400 C.Y. 100 C.Y. 1500 TON 1050 TON 16 TON 350 TON l0 TON 170 TON ~0 GAL 800 L.F. i EACH 1700 S.Y. Total Estimated Cost UNIT-PRICE Lump Sum $ 1.30/S.Y. $ 4.00/L.F. $ 3.00/C.Y. $ 5.00/C.Y.. $ 6'50/TON $ 7.50/TON $300100/TON $ 12.50/TON $300.O0/TON $ 12.50/TON $ 2.00/GAL $ 5.00/LF ~200.O0/EA $ 1.20/SY TOTAL 1,000.00 2,145.00 400.00 4,200.00 500.00 9,750.00 7,875.00 4,800.00 4,375.00 3,000.00 2,125.00 4,000.00 200.00 2,040.00 $46,590.00 '1 > W _1 0 n~ BILLS FEBRUARY 18, 1986 Batch 864014 Batch 864015 Check Register 2-5-86 Check Register 2-12-86 T~tal Bills $422,210.52 $ 86,093.47 $5O8,3O3.99 W u h- Z U I I 0 I 41 lC:) W (/~ I,,.. 1:31.1., .I ...I -I W s- ooC3 I' (:3 N I ! W 0 / Z ~( ~r W .J W 0 td W Z W ~' · U W -r ,11'4' I I :]1:3 U 000 ~ I I I 0 ,.,,. '~J (J ,~. W W 0 O0 W ij j U ,C C~J c~ ~5 W W W bJ 4I ~J LU ~0 U U ,,,% m, U g oo .... Jo -,o g, CD Z U I t~ I X "3"3 I I '0 ogggg ogggg~g'"o o Z W W ,il N W bJ I i,-4 ,41 ,II Id ,II Z~ LdW Z W ,Il Z W l,J ] c~ bJ w C~ I I'll, W Z h- (,'3 I~J Ill t~ DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: January 10, 1986 Donald F. Monk, County Assessor 1986 Local. Board of Review Date Tuesday ' , M~y Z7 - 7:00 Day of the Month Date Minnesota Law requires thaw I, as County Assessor, set the date for your Local Board of Reviewmeetfn. g. After reviewing previous meeting days and your suggestions of last year, the above date was selected; I sincerely, hope that it is agreeable with your council. As there must be a quorom, I would suggest that an informal review of your members with a request that they mark their calendars 'would be appropriate. Please confirm the date set out or call Tom May at 348-3046 with your alternate date by February 15, 1986, so.that our printing order can be completed on time. ' We suggest starting times of 6:30, 7:00 or 7:30 p.m., but will discuss it with you if you wish a different time. Your early completion and return of the attached tear off strip will be appreciated and we will send your official notice for posting as required by law. Municipality: Date: Time: Place: CONFIRMATION MOUND 7:00 P.M. City Council Chambers - 5341 Maywood Road Mound, Mit; 55364 Confirmed by ! G For selecting meeting dates in future years the following information will be helpful CITY of MOUND February 14, 1986~ 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 TO: MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL FROM:' ED SHUKLE, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: DEPARTMENT HEAD"S MONTHLY REPORTS AND MONTHLY STAFF MEETINGS I have directed the department heads to prepare monthly reports.. The purpose of these reports is to better inform the City Council and myself on the monthly activities of each department. The reports will provide you with a better understanding of what each department's responsibilities and functions are. I believe that each report will be a good'source of information for you. In addition, annual' reports will be given both in a verbal and written form; I will have each department head develop a written report for your review and. they will also come before the Council and highlight the report f?F:-you and answer any questions you may have. These will be given in early 1987 for the review of 1986. I will be holding:monthlY staff meetings with the department heads as well. I believe that t~'is will give them each an opportunity to share, with everyone present, what activities are taking place within their respective departments. It also provides for better communication within-the organization and will be beneficial to ali involved. ED:fc An equal opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or hand;capped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, ~ts programs and activities, CITY of MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 TO: ED SHUKLE C I TY MANAGER FROM: JOHN NORMAN FINANCE DIRECTOR RE: JANUARY 1986 FINANCE DEPARTMENT REPORT PERSONNEL Since this is the initial monthly report, I will give you a brief rundown on myself and the Finance Department. I graduated from Moorhead State University in May 1981, passed all parts of the CPA exam in November 1981, and worked for four years with the State Auditors Office. I started with the City of MOund September 16, 1985. I have learned alot in the past few months and I am feeling more comfortable with the job as time goes by. The following is the make up of the Finance Department Staff: Judy Fisher - Sr. Account Clerk - She has been with the City for seven years. Her duties include payroll and paying of the bills. Judy did a good job taking on addi-tional responsibilities during the time Mound did not have a Finance Director. Lois Sandquist -.Utilit~iBilling Clerk - She has been with the City for sixteen years. Lois handles questions and/or cOmplaints regarding water and sewer bills in a good manner. Deloris Schwalbe - Assessing Clerk - She has been with the City for ten years. Dee has valuable knowiedge of the City of Mound and can answer questions regarding Mounds streets, properties, etc. Gayle 'Burns - Account Clerk -She has been with the City for eight years. Gayle works on a variety of areas and does a thorough job on the tasks assigned to her. INVESTMENTS Interest rates are continuing to come down. A year ago at this time, short term interest rates exceeded 9%, while now the rates are under 8%. Investing money takes time, but I find it interesting (no pun intended) and enjoy doing it. An equal opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities, -2- January Investment Activity-- Balance 1-1-86 $7,428,843.57 Bought: Repo 7.9% Due 1-30-86 Commer~¢al Paper Due 8-1-84 Matured: Farm Credit 9.55% Repo 7.9% -- Federal Gov't Trust Marquette Daln ~oswJrth First Bank Marquette American 36o,000.o0 2eo,21§.49 (300,000,00) (360,000.00) (40,000.00) Balance 1-31-86 $7,289,062.06 Breakdown of Balance US Gov't Securities Commerical Paper Certificates of DePosit Bankers Acceptances Gov't Trust Pool $4,599,224.68 1,026,192.96 750,000.00 603,644'.42 310,000.00 $7,289,062.06 TOWN SQUARE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING'DISTRICT The Mound Housing and Redevelpoment Authority is the administrating agency .for the Town Square Project. They do not have the full-time staff available for.investing the moneyJ Towh Square Project. Janaury 1986~.:. Inflows 11-19-85 1.8 12-31-85 .3 Therefore,:l have been investing the money for the Following is the activity in the bond fund through ';iTIF Bond Sale $1,795,286.22 TIF Bond Sale 297,344.30 Interest 13,622.89 Outflows 12-16185 Condemnation Corbett/Bickman (135,OO0.OO) 12-30-85 Reimburse City Paid Expenses (100,012.89) 12-30-85 Condemnation Mueller/Shepherd (400,000.00) 1-24-86 Acquisition Mound Medical Clinic (400,000.00) Transferred to Debt Service Fund** (456,587.89) Balance available for Town Square Project 1-31-86 **For payment of interest on bonds until 1988 (this is when tax increment revenue will be coming in to pay off bonds). -3- AUDIT A significant portion of my time in the next two months will be spent getting ready for the audit, scheduled for mid-March. I prepare all the schedules, statements and notes to the statements for the audit. The auditor then gives an opinion on the statements and issues a separate manage- ment letter. I am certain that my background as an auditor will be helpful in preparation for the 1985 audit. SURVEYS I have learned from working for the City of Mound that governments are fair game for surveys. During January I had the "pleasure" of filling out: 1. Survey on liability insurance for Senator William Luther 2. Liability Insurance survey for University of Minnesota Parks and Recreation. 3. Survey of Bonded Indebtedness for Hennepin County. 4. Survey of Expenditure and Employment for Civil and Criminal Justice Activities of Local Governments for Bureau of Census. FUTURE CONSIDERATIONS The major project I want to address in the coming months is the computer operations. The day to day computer activities are running fine. However, I have not had the time (other duties have been more urgent) to coordinate the overall computer capabilities. I would like to examine whether we are using our computer facilities to the ful]est. CITY of MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 TO: ED SHUKLE CITY MANAGER F~0M: FRAN CLARK ~, CITY CLERK · SUGJECT: MONTHLY REPORT JANUARY /~ff6 January was a busy month for me. It was a month of providing background information and answering questions for the new City Manager, There were two regular Council Meetings in January, which required pre- paration 9.f agendas, minutes, resolutions and any directives that the Council makes at the meetings. So far in 1986, we have 20 pages of minutes and 18 resolutions. Thig office has had numerous conversations with the City Attorney and the City Engineer regarding the following projects: Town Square: The closings on the Mueller Pharmacy, Shepherd's Laundry., and the Mound Medical Clinic were held this month. Assessment searches, certification and explanation was supplied for the closings. All background information on Town Square, dating back to the beginning were prepared for the affidavits for the condemnation of the Bic'kman and Tom Thumb properties. Lynwood Blvd: Conferred with the City Attorney regarding negotiations with Broich (owner of Super Valu building) on the pro-' perry needed for right-of-way. Apparently, Von Klug was in charge of this and dropped the ball, because we received a letter from Broich's attorney stating that they are selling the property and we should negotiate with the new owners. After discussion with Curt, who spoke with the new owner's attorney, it may work out all right because they may want to trade the piece we need for a piece we will have no use for. -. Nell Weber's property is finally straightened out at the County level and the County will sell us the piece he needs for access to the two square block area he owns and plans to replat for development on the Island.~. This has been a two year project which I thought would never end, but that is finally in sight. in the admission or access to, .or treatment or employment in, its programs and actiwties. -2- I have sent the five communities who contract with us for fire protection a breakdown of the fire hours to be charged to each city. The total for the six communities, including Mound is 6347. The following is the break- down: MINNETONKA BEACH 208 MINNETRISTA 854 ORONO 781 SHOREWOOD 55 SPRING PARK 619 MOUND 3830 TOTAL ~ These figures will be integrated into the 1987 fire formula this Fall. This office answers a wide variety of questions from the public, by phone and in person. This month for example, I wrote a letter to a citizen explaining the payoff of special assessments after the November 15th cut-off by Hennepin County. This seems to be a real problem for people with house closings after November 15th and before January. This office provides support for the Mayor and his correspondence. This month I prepared the proclamation and the various letters welcoming the basketball teams participating in the 3rd Annual Shoot Out. Hennepin County sent our mill rate information so I prepared the update and comparison for the City Manager and Council review. We received the information on the Employee Right-to-Know Law and this was duplicated and training sessions will be held with employees who may come in contact with hazardous substances. We received the Time Spent Profiles back from Control Data, who is doing the Comparable Worth Study. Several of these needed to be revised to more accurately reflect job duties. MAMA has notified us that it looks like May before the study will be completed. We are dealing with fourteen properties that have gone tax forfeit and will give you an account of that procedure in the February report. 'Garbage Disposal and Cigarette Licenses are due to expire on February 28, so the License Clerk, Gayle Burns, has sent out all necessary renewal forms. Voter Registration files are updated as the County sends out changes or we receive cards. I have reviewed the election laws as they pretain to special elections. We started to gear up for the referendum vote in April, by checking with the County and the Secretary of States Office for any new laws and the rules for paper ballot voting. These are just some of the highlights of the month of January. CITY of MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 February 12, 1986 TO: FROM: Ed Shukle, City Manager Greg Skinner, Utilities Supt. SUBJECT: Monthly Activity Report Public Utilities for the City of Mound consists of two departments. One being Water Distribution and the other being Sanitary Sewer system. First I would like to start with the Water Distribution system. The Water Department has two full time employees, which consist of one supervisor and one maintenance man. We ~sell water to approximately 3,051 homes within the cfty-from 5 city owned wells, booster station and a combined storage of 575,000 gallpns in 3 water towers. We are also interconnected with the City of Sp~hg Park for emergency water if needed. The full time maint.enance'man duties consist of daily well inspections, meter and outside reader installation, 'repair and 'testing. He also reads 1/3 of the 3,O51 water meters every month, which takes 10 days to do in the winter months and 7 days in the summer months. In addition he also handles service calls which consists of turn on's, turn offs, final water readings,valve maintenance and repairs, water main breaks and snow plowing. My duties as supervisor of Public Utilities consist of scheduling work loads, complaints water samples, purchases, water inspections for new construction, sight plan inspections for construction and new development, water main and shut off locations, monthly reports to State Agencies and safety. In addition to also performing the same work as the maintenance man. I have just briefly outlined the functions and duties of the Water Department. As for the month of January, it was an OK month. We ha~ a total of 5 water main breaks, one of the breaks was located on Lakeside Lane in Three Points did do major damage to the road. What the exact cost will be to fix is not known yet. We had Well #7 (located in Three ' Points) down for pump repair and well development. The problem we had the admission or access to,.or treatment or emDioymen! m, its programs and activities. Page 2 was bad bearings in the pump and the screen in the bottom of the well was about 2/3 plugged. Steven's Well did the work and we will be starting the well next week. The water meter and outside reader failer rate for January 1986 is .02%. As far as vehicle problems we had to put a new transmission in the 4-wheel drive truck. This went bad during the snow storm in early January. In closing I would like the City Manager and City Council to give some consideration to the possibility of hiring one more full time employee. This will help alot in relieving the tremendous work load and also giving the customer better service. The Sewer Department has two full time employees. Their duties consist of maintaining 29 lift stations throughout the City. Stations are checked 3 times a week. It takes 6 hours per day to perform these checks. We perform minor maintenance such pump removal, seal replacement and electrical repair. Any major pump repair is sent out. The Water Department has a truck with a crane so we can pull the pumps. We also clean the sewer lines in the summer. We have 1 water tanker with a jet cleaner and 1 sewer rodder to perform this cleaning. The men also help on water main breaks and with snow plowing. My duties for the Sewer Department are the same as for the Water Department. The month of January was very routine for this department. No sewer back-ups or major break downs. We had 2 call outs for tripped electrical breakers at 2 different stations. I will be getting quotes next month for 1 lift station upgrade that was budgeted for 1986. CITY of MOUND 5341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 February 12, 1986 TO: Ed Shukle, City Manager FROM: Geno Huff, Street Supt. SUBJECT: Monthly Report Street Department The Street Department consists of 5 people, Geno Hoff (Street Supt.), Dick Johnson., Gerald Henke, Don Heitz and Tim Johnson. These 5 paople are responsible for all the street maintenance w6rk done in the City of. Mound. The working hou.rs for the Street Department is 7:00 - 3:30 Monday. thru .Friday. Ge'no is responsible to notify the Street crew as to what time they will start plowing after a snowfall. If the snowfall is 1 - 2 inche~..or icy conditions is when we plow or sand, also we have been called ou~ by the Police DePartment when theY think need be. It takes 8 hours to plow the 50 miles of streets in Mound, plus the Fire Station, City Hall, Mound Ba.y Park?Mound Bay Parking lo~ plus Mound Public Works Building and 15 Cul-de-sad's. When we plow we use '5 dump truck and 2 four-wheel drive trucks. The Street Department does not have enough men to do all the plowing so 2 people from the Water & Sewer Departmen~ help out on e.very snow fall. After the streets are cleaned we have 7 miles of sidewalks that are plowed and cleaned. In most areas we have to haul the snow away. In the month of January we had 2 snowfalls that required plowing and about 4 times we just sanded. This department handles many complaints, such as mailboxes being hit, street signs knocked down, bent or missing, fences damaged,.drivewayszv~ being blocked also we have received complaints of too much sand. It is Geno responsibilty to check these out and come up with a solution if need be. MATERIAL TRANSPORT During the month of January was hauled 107.69 ton of salt from Cargill in Savage. The ratio of 14 ton of salt to 100 ton of sand, the mixing process takes about 8 hours. We also transported 3/4 red rock, buck shot sandfill, 1~ binder rock. that does not discriminate on the basis of race. color, national origin, or handicapped status An equal opportunity Employer in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Page 2 CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT MAINTENANCE The Street Dept. is also responsible for putting up the Christmas decorations in late November and taking then down in early January. In the summer time we maintain ~he parking lots in the downtown area, such as patching and sweeping them. SIGNS '& LIGHTING The Street Dept. makes all its own name street signs. We have taken faded out Stop Signs down to Hennepin County Sign Shop and put new faces on them. In the spring we spend many hours repairing signs that were damaged during the winter. We are responsible for the street lights in the downtown area to be sure they are in working condition. We are currently trying to get a streetlight replaced~on Shoreline Blvd. CEMETERY The Street Dept. stakes out all the graves sites and maintains the driveway such as plowing, patching and sealcoating. GARAGE - REPAIR & MAINTENANCE Each man ih the Street Dept. is reponsible for their own vehicle. Each man changes oil, greases his own truck, changes snowplow blades, tires and does all minor repair to his vehicle. SHOP MECHANIC The shop mechanic is responsible for major repair on the vehicles, such as brakes, engine trouble, exhaust systems, picking up parts, ordering parts, taking vehicles to garages for major work. His job is also to service squad cars, Parks Department, Administration, Sewer and Water vehicles. This is just a brief summary of the activities of January. CITY OF MOUND MOUND, MINNESOTA MONTH OF MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORT OF STREET DEPARTMENT WORK DESCRIPTION HOURS OVERTIME Administration Patching Snow Plowing Sidewalk Snow Removal C. B. D. Maintenance Material Transport Sweeping Sand & Ice Control Miscellaneous Signs & Lighting Garage - Repair & Maint. Cemetery (Tree trimming) Right of Way Maint. (hauling snow) Storm Sewer Maint. Seal Coating Water Main Breaks CITY OF MOUND Mound, Minnesota TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: 1-13-86 Ed Shukle, City Manager Jan Bertrand, Building Official February 10, 1986 January 1986 Monthly Report Reviewed technical sheets mailed into office. Final inspection at Ron Gehring's at 4768 Tuxedo Boulevard Check Captain Billy's for make-up air and water damage repair. Check Hardee's for kitchen exhaust duct. Send notices to arrange final inspections Answer phones - 8 to 10 A.M. daily Inquiries re: 2930 Dickens Lane remodeling 1620 Eagle Lane - Leroy Poetz Balboa of Minnesota - Gary Hines City Engineer & City Planner Complaint re: 5120 Edgewater Drive. and 2030 Shorewood Lane - remodel no permit Inspection at 306] High]and Boulevard - final Called Building Code Division to get information on.height limitations of steel studs, 2 hour wall construction 1-14-86 e Answer phone ca.]ls 8 to l0 A.M. SuperAmerica air test at lO A.M. Final of Port Harrison on North & South unit; explain temporary certificate to Marge Reinspect corrections at 4645 Island View Drive/call contractor on corrections not complete. 1-15-86 thru 1-17-86 I.C.'B.O. Annual Institute in St. Paul for Uniform Mechanical Code being adopted by the State of Minnesota 1 -20-86 Martin Luther King Holiday - I worked several hours on following: 1. .I did final inspection at SuperAmerica Station Store 2. !'nspection at Chapman Place 3. Several other progress inspections. 1-2.1-86 Inspections at Balboa of Minnesota leased area. Discussed mother-in-law apartment remodeling with realtor for 3001 Brighton Boulevard. 1 -22-86 I. Had a discussion meeting with Jeff Kelley, Architect for Town Square; footing permit issued and reviewed. 2. Reviewed blueprints for one new dwelling. 1-24-86 Sick Leave for Surgery. to 2-5-86 Subdivision for Coddon's Minnetonka Highlands Trailer Park, Conditional Use Permit for 4850 Edgewater Drive, Variance Request and Extension Application were handled and referred from the Planning Commission. Memorandum to Ed Shukle, City Manager Subject: January 1986 Monthly Report - Page 2 Budget figures not available for January. December 31, 1985 indicated closing budget figure of 100.6% of the total amount; $96,415.69 was spent and $95,861.00 was budgeted. City vehicle had front suspension spring break and blow out a 'tire on January 21, 1986. It took one day to get it fixed. The total number of Building Permits issued in January was 8 with a valuation of $97,500. MAJOR PERMIT ACTIVIT~ OVER Chapman P1 ~rt Harri~ '4. SA Station /'. 577q' Shnr. line 2670 Commerc~ Prokasky 1,68~285. J Condos 175,000 on t7xx " 5337 Shoreline Jim Norb¥ uperAmerica Telephone No. (City or, clare signature line) Permit Taken Out 'eFeb. 1985 June 1985 Is June 1985 )re July 1985 CITY OF MOUND City 5341 Maywood Road Street Address Mound, MN. 55364 City and State BUILDING ACTIVIT~ REPORT Month ~ Dec. ~ 1085 .a .t NEW RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION {Fimlly) Total Family Units NEW RESiDENTiAL (Group & Transient) Total No> Family NEW NON-RESIDEN~AL (CommetctaVIn~) ,. Totll NO~ Residential RESIDENTIAL ADOITION5 AND ALTERATIONS Total ResldentisI .: NON-RESIDENTIAL ADO~ TIONS & ALTERATIONS TOTAL MONTH AND YEAR TO DATE i CONVERSIONS Total Conversions DEMOL~IONS PERMITS, INSPECTION~ COLLECTIONS 156,841 45,500. 4,149,382. LEN HARRELL Chief of Police OUN D POLICE 5341 Maywood Road Telephone 472-3711 Mound, MN 55364 Dispatch 544-9511 EMERGENCY 911 TO: ED SHUKLE FROM: CHIEF HARRELL SUBJECT: MONTHLY REPORT JANUARY 1986 I Statistics ' The Police Department received 647 calls for service in the first month of 1986. Among those calls were 27 Part 1 crimes and 70 Part II crimes. The department responded to 10 auto accidents; 3~of which had injuries, 29 medicals and 95 animal complaints. , The patrol division issued 233 adult citations; invlolVing 89 parking tickets.. Juveniles received 10 citations~in January. There were 9 arrests for drivi~ng while intoxiCated; all adUlts', .... A 'total of 181 warnings were given out to both adults and juveniles. There were 19 adults arrested for misdemeanors and 1 arrested for a felony. ~.- A total of $27,465.00 worth items were stolen in January with $1342.00' worth being recovered... I1. Investigations/Significant Cases The department has been involved in several'significant investigations duri6g the month of January. The PDQ Store was robbed; there have been nine reports of child abuse, 8 check cases, a forgery, 2 assults, 3 · runaways and a criminal sexual conduct case. The child abuse cases have accounted for nearly 61 hours of investigative time within the department. Sgt. Hudson was also needed at depositions on the Doe Lawsuit which accounted for another 24 hours. Time was also spent with local school officials to share information regarding some of the juvenile situations. A presentation was made before the Westonka Student Senate explaining the liaison program. III. Manpower Several changes have been made in 1986 to try to better utilize time and personnel. New report forms are being used to eliminate duplication costs and to capture more information for statistical data. A new routing system for tracking reports and investigations was also initiated. -2- Officers are working a new schedule for 1986, designed to provide more shifts with shorter hours to reduce the need for overtime. The schedule was changed from 5 nine hour days to a 6 eight and one-half hour day rotation. This configuration allows for an over-lap of a half-hour to complete reports without running into overti-me. An attempt has been initiated to get the patrol officers more involved in the investigative functions of the department. Periodically, as the schedule allows, officers are being assigned to work plain clothes and assist in performing follow-ups on cases and to aid in investigations. With the recent volume of child abuse cases; more of the "routine" follow-ups are being given to the patrol officers. In January, each officer was interviewed by myself and both sergeants, regarding the evaluation process that has been initiated within the department. Past performance was discussed and goals were set for each individual for the coming year. IV. Training A total of 112 hours of time was donated to training in January. Forty hours was firearms training for the entire department. The remaining 72 hours Was for courses in criminal investigation (32), Minnesota data practices (8), non-verbal communications (8), crime prevention (8) 'and leadership and motivation (8). The department attempts to schedule the majority of training during the months of January through April and October through December; the slower activity months. V. Overtime The January overtime was higher than normal because of a number of situations. Twenty-five hours was due to Martin Luther King Day and was not reflected in preparing the budget last year. The armed rob- bery at PDQ and assisting St. Boni-Minnetrista during their fatal fire accounted for approximately 8 more hours. The remaining hours of over- time incurred through court appearances and an arrest situation that held an officer over his shift. VI. Reserves The Reserves donated 240.5 hours to the department in January. Reserves worked 59.5 hours at local hockey games, and 8 hours at Community Service details. Seventy-five and one-half hours were donated for training and an additional 35 hours Reserves accompanied officers-in the squad. The Reserves currently consists of 7 officers. Past Reserve, Robert Brown returned to the unit in January. Cicy Month January CITATIONS ....... MO UN D ADULT DWI or OUI More than .lO~ BAC Care]ess/Reckless'Driving Driving After Susp. or Rev. Open Bottle Speeding No DL or Expired DL Restriction on DL ,Improper, Explred~, pr No Plates Il,legal Passing Stop Sign Violations Failure to Yield Equipment Violations H&R Leaving the Scene Illegal or Improper Lane Usage 111,egal or Unsafe Turn 54 Over the Centerline Pa~klin~,Vi~iat'ion~ 89 Crosswalk 3 Do9 Ordinances 8 Derelict Autos Miscellaneous Tags TOTALS WARNINGS 233 JUV 1 10 Traffic 42 4 Equipment 106 13 Crosswalkl 16 Animals Trash/Derelict Autos Other TOTAL 1~ 17 19 3 ARRESTS Felony Misdemeanor PROPERTY LOSS/RECOVERY SUHHARY Bikes Snowmobiles Boats, Clothing Currency, Jewelry & GunS Home Radio & Vehicles ITEH Hotors, Trailers Notes, Etc. Precious Hetals Furnishings Electronic Equipment & Vehlcle Equipment Hiscellaneous TOTAL STOLEN 900 20,000 65 3,459 1,000 205 216 1,620 $27,465 RECOVERED $1,342 $1,342 OFFENSE ACTIVITY SUMMARY PART I CRIMES o ~ ' Homicide Criminal Sexual Conduct 3 3 _ Robbery 1 1 Assault Burglary 2 1 1 1 1 Larceny 18 3 15 2 1 1 Vehicle Theft 2 1 2 Arson 1 1 TOTAL 27 4 23 2 2 1 1 PART II CRIMES Child Abuse/Neglect 6 1 ForEeryfNSF Checks 4 4 Criminal Dems~e to Property 10 10 2 4 Weapbns Narcotic Laws 1 1 1 1 Liquor Laws 1 1 1 1 DWI 9 9 9 9 Simple Assault. 2 2 2 Domestic Assault '~ 2 2 Domestics (No Assault) 6 6 2 HarassinE Phone Calls 9 9' Runaway/Incorrigibility 2 2 1 1 1 Public Peace 7 7 6 2 2 All Other Offenses 11 i' 10 4 3 2 1 TOTAL 70 2 68 25 20 ~ 5 7 PART III & IV REPORTS Property Damage Accidents -- .I. 7 7 .. · Personal Injury ~ccidents 3 3 Fatal Accidents 0 0 Medicals 29 29 Animal Complaints 95 95 Mutual Aid 13 13 Other General InvestiEations 403 403 TOTAL 55O 55O TOTAL ACTIVITIES 6~7 6 6~] 27 22 ]6 8 OFFICER R. Brown B. Hawks D. Huggett D. Shenkyr. D. St. Cyr D. Thompson R. Vogel E.C.O. R.S. 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 o 6½ 0 0 0 0 MOUND POLICE RESERVES! TR. 0 0 0 27 32½ 5 11 MONTHLY HOURS JANUARY 1986 INS. C.S. H.G. 0 4½ 12½ 0 0 0 3½ 0 0 19½ 0 0 10 o 0 0 0 9 R.A. 0 0 0 s½ lO½ AD. 0 12 0 0 0 3O 0 l½ l½ 0 1 l½ TOTAL 26½ 6 48 579 48 32 TOTALS 0 12½ ~.C.O.- Emergency Call Out .S.- Reserve Squad - Training Henn. Cry. School for Reserves Defensive Driving CPR Instructor Shooting w/Regulars. INS.- Instruction of classes C.S.- Community Service Details Pinewood Derby Race H.G.- Hockey Games R.A.- Ride Along w/Regular Officer AD.- Administrative MT.- Monthly Meeting '75½, o 8 59½ 35 42 7½ 2~o5 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: Ed Shukle 'and Council Members Jim Fackler, Parks Director January 1986 Monthly Report SPECIFIC PARK DEPARTMENT OPERATIONS Park Department t. Fishing Pier at Hound Bay Park - The core projects fi-sca1 year ends July 1, 1986. Monies'can not be appropriated'until then.' 'The Hound Bay Pier will be put into consideration with other pier projects with money allocation going to the highest priorty. The donated volleyball court at Mound Bay Park was nearly completed when winter set in, delaying the finishing. touches until this spring. A new asphalt basketba]1 court, funded by CDBG Funds 'was applied at Avon Park in'late. October. The final work .. of setting new goal and. post will be done this spring. With.CDBG*-Funds, twelve picnic tables, of which four are handi- cap accessib1'e, have been acquired and will be assembled in the spring. Along with this, landscape timbers have been reserved for installation at Wychwood Beach and new pi~yer benches for the softball field at Swenson Park. Also three water, fountains have been purchased through' this program!Wlthlnstallation'to be at Swenson, Clover Circle and Hyland~s Park. Dredging of'Jennings'Bay is still being worked on. The quotes are in and we are 1'ooking at the'funding of it both through City monies and dock holders donations. We hope to perform this work in early spring. MUnicipal Cemetery - Howard Miller, the caretaker, will be returning for 1986. Shade Tree Program - Four hazardous trees have been removed or are scheduled to be removed due. to complaints, Two notices have been sent to private party tree complaints. Two tree services have been notified for not complying with proper licenses for tree.removal in 14ound, ! .. Commons Docks - Dock rental has begun with the mailing of the applications, Dell Rudolph w111 be returning for the 1986 season as Dock Inspector. ' -2- Beaches - Wychwood Beach has had sand fill brought in to bring the level up due to wash away by water run off. Skating Rinks - Three rinks were opened and are being maintained, Clover Circle, Hylands and Three Points Parks. Playgrounds - I have begun inspection of equi'pment for repair and rep]acement. Depot - 1985 improvements have been completed; painting, carpeting and plumbing. -Funding for future improvements are questionable due to the monies coming from Federal Revenue Sharing, approximately $10,000 was to be used. GENERAL PARK DEPARTHENT STATUS The Parks Department is currently operating with one emp]oyee, the Parks Director. Job tasks performed are limited .to the ability of a single worker. $o tasks that would need the aid of another are being delayed until the seasonal employees return in April. Another factor that is greatly limiting my performance is the lack of garage space, to do seasonal equipment maintenance or to construct recreation equipment that has been purchased. Currently, I have equipment and parts stored in four areas; the Depot, Anderson Building, Balboa Building and the stock pile at Lost Lake. Once I can consolidate the Parks Department in one facility, my job performance will be improved greatly. ~- Currently, ! am developing an equipment replacement plan that is to begin with'the 1987 budget proposals. I will produce a description of what we currently have, what equipment will enhance the Parks operation and a projected replacement schedule. I have-had the pleasure of the use of a Skidsteer Loader on a trial basis from Hill City Loader Corp. They have allowed me to use two different size machines. The jobs that can be performed with these are many and only limited to the size being used. This winter I have found that the purchase of this'type of machine would greatly aid in the maintenance work that needs to be done. I can load it onto a trailer and pull it with the Parks Dept. one ton dump to a job site and have the use of a truck and a loader with one operation. Presently, I have been using it for snow removal at City Hall, Depot, Fire Hall, sidewalks and skating rinks. Although, I have been using the skidsteer alot this winter, its main use would be in the spring through fall months. This type of machine would help extensively in landscaping, retaining wa)] repairs, commons improvements, rip rapping, brush removal and limited access areas that the Parks Department dea]s with. The Street Department has expressed great interest in this machine, with intentions of it helping in their street repairs. If a loader was of adequate size, it would be in constant demand between the Streets and Parks Department. -3- To date, I have attended one state conference, Hinnesota Recreation and Park Association, and one seminar on liability and insurance problems. I found both extremely interesting and will hope to be attending an upcoming meeting with the Hinnesota Park Supervisor Assoc. I feel that'the...knowledge gained through attendance wi11 be of importance to'the operation of my department in the future by giving me an understanding in which to base recommendations or decisions. Having just.completed seven months as Parks Director, I am settling in to the position. The knowledge that one needs to perform in a position has come through great cooperation of other City employees, and. Recreation Commission members. I feel a full year'will be needed to complete an initi-ation into the Parks Director position. The monthly operational expenses, during the winter season are down~ due to the reduction of seasonal employees, which affects costs in- curred for wages, supplies and repairs. Expenditures will increase as seasonal employees return, with the peak being June through August. In a11, the Parks Department is operating well, fulfilling its daily work requirements, but constraints on maintenance space and equipment impair performance. TO: Ed Shukle Council Members FROM: Joel Krumm SUBJECT: Liquor Store January 86 Report Traditionally, January is a slow month in the liquor business. Sales drop off by about 30% from what they were in November and December. This is a relief in a way because it gives us time to rest and relax a little. Overtime is a rarity. However, January is active in other areas, and is important for us and the City in regards to year end inventory taking and extension. Municipal Liquor Stores are required on the first of every year to take a physical count of all purchasable merchandise, i.e., liquor, wine, beer, mix and miscellaneous. This inventory process is always audited and our Finance Director is always present. If you wish, John Norman can give you an approximate figure as to how much the audit will cost us this year, and he could explain what is involved in this audit. This year we performed the inventory on the night of January 2nd, after we closed at 8:00 PM. It usually takes me the whole day before, to get th~ stockrooms set up and counted. This year there were seven of us (not counting John and the auditor) who counted the merchandise on the sales floor. They were: Julie Clyne, myself and five other part time employees. It took us roughly three hours to complete. We left the store at 11:15 PM. What transpires next is the tickets with the inventory stock numbers are sent over with John to City Hall. From there Gayle Burns separates and categorizes the tickets. She will look for errors such as missing counts on the tickets or'invalid stock numbers. ~When all is satisfactory, she then enters the counts into the computer with the cost of each item which is supplied to her from Julie and I. This method applys only for liquor and wine items. Beer, mix and miscellaneous items are extended manually by myself. The entire process takes us usually the whole month and sometimes longer to finalize. John Norman will take the data and determine exactly how well of how poorly the store operated last year. A preliminary look at last year's sales and profits indicates a financially healthier picture than those of recent.years past. Exact figures will be available to you in a few months regarding the profit and loss statement. As far as inventories are concerned, January was double duty for myself. As you all recall on October 1, 1985, the federal excise tax on distilled spirits was increased by $2.00 per proof gallon. At that time we had to take a separate inventory on distilled spirits only. By April 1, 1986, a "flo~r stocks tax" is due on existing inventory. My responsibility, which I waited until now to do, because January is such a slow month, was to convert all liquor containers to metric liters, then to U.S. wine gallons, and then to proof gallons. It was a very laborious task. -2- When completed, we had a total of 1080.7 proof gallons, which equates to $2,161.40. All liquor stores are permitted an $800.00 credit. The result is that the total tax due the IRS in April is $1,361.40. Other happenings in January worth mentioning, concerning the Liquor Store were: The visit of Ed Shukle, our new City Manager to our humble work place. Ed basically wanted to see our operation in action, make some observations and offer some suggestions. Our roof, which had sprung a leak for the umteenth time in December, was finally patched and maybe repaired. Talking with Mark Saliterman, the owner of the Plaza, it looks like they. may have to re-roof this section of the building. There shouldn't be any cost to us. e Even though January was a slow month, we did have an exceptional weekend before the Super Bowl, bringing in $8,000.00 in gross sales. That was very good for this time of year. The gross sales for January were $52,539.77. The customer total was 6,411. This is $3,175.91 more than January of 1985, and 100 more customers. This is very encouraging considering a new retail liquor store opened up in the neighborhood only two month ago. I will continue to monitor our sales closely to keep you posted on any extreme fluctuations.that may be due to competition, weather or other variables. ?, .~?./~d~Z?~ TF. lS LAST. T~:JS YEAR LA?,T YEAR Y,O NTH OF /~ HONTH NO, OF CALLS ~OUND - FIRE E~ERGENCY ~'TON~ BEACH - ... F~A~ E~ERGENCY HINNETRI STA . FIRE ., EHERGENCY ORONO - FIRE E~E~GENCY / SHOREWOOD - FIRE EHERGENCY sP~l~ PA~- F~ EMERGENCY TOTAL ~IRE CALLS TOTAL. EHERGENC~ CALLS /~ /~ J /~ /~. RE5 1 DENT IAL /~ /~ /~ /~ " INDUSTRIAL / ~ / J ~ · GRASS ~ MISCELLANEOUS AU70 / FALS~ ALAAH ,o. OF HOURS -, ~OU~D Fl~ ~ . EHERGENCY " ~ ~ ~ ~ /~ TOTAL ~/~ '' TOTAL - ~NN~T~STA- F~ · TOTAL - O~ONO FIRE EHEAGENCY TOTAL - SHOREWOOD-FIRE EHEKGENCY TOTAL -'SPRING PK.-FIRE //~ ~2 j //S 7~ EMERGENCY' TOTAL TOTAL OR[LL HOURS T3TAL FIRE HOURS ~3~ ~ ~ ~/ TOTAL E~,ERGENCY HOOAS TOTAL FIRE C EMERGENCY HOURS' ~,UTUAL A,O ~EC~V~O J / ~,U~U~ A,~ n,V~N /J / / HOUND VOLUNTEER F ! RE DE ?ARTHENT Mound, flinnesota 5535Zi DRI, LL RE P 0 R ,,TZj Date ./-/3- ~iscipllne and Team Work :~i'tiqde of Fires 're-Planning &' i nspections ~ools & Apparatus ldentif¥ifig Band £xt!nguisher Operation ~earing Protective Clothing Time Pumper Oper~tlon Fire Streams r. Frlction Loss House Burnings · Natural S Propane Gas Talk ~, Demonstrations Ladder · Evol utions Salvage Operations Films Radio Operations Firs.t Aid and ResCue Operation. House EVolutlons Uge of Self-Contained Masks Inhalator Operat$on Nozzle & Hose Alliance NOTE: Miscellafleous HouYs Tralning Paid X Excused X Unexcus;d 0 Present', Not' Pald ~)'/A-- ~. Nafus ~'~ ~. o~itz ~l/~ G. Pederson · ~;/~ T. Rasmussen ' '~);/,7..,.' ~. Ander-sen ~ I/~-"G. ar~derson ~1/.1_. j. Babb ~ I/D_. J. Seauchamp ~ %- ~. Bo~d ;;)~6- ~. ~ce ~S. Bryce ~I/~--D. Carlson Q I/~.. p. Charles ~);/~a- S. Erickson ~ ~/.1- J. Gervais ~ l/a--L. Heitz '~1/~.. C. Henderson D ;/~)-,j. Henke ~ T. Ingrain __(~_ G. Johnson ~'/~-B. Landsman ~ ;/,%_, M. Savage "~ ~'/',,~.... T. Stallman (~) T. Swenson · ___~__ W. Swenson · '~'&. M. ~obey - ~ I/3-' R. Williams ~l/~ T. Williams HOUND VOLUNTEER F I RE DEPARTHENT hound, Minnesota 5536~ OR~LL ' R~Pok~T' Disclpline and Team Work C~i'tlq~e o~ Fires · ~r&-Planning &'Inspections .~ools'~ Apparatus Identifying" Hand Extinguisher Operation Wearing Protective Clothing Films Firs.t Aid and ResCue Operation- Uge of Self-Contained Hasks Time Pumper Oper~tlon Fire Streams & Frictlon Loss House Burnings ~atural ~ Propane Gas Talk & Demonstrations Ladder' Evolutions Salvage Operations Radio Operations House Evolutions · Nozzle & Hose Alliance Time Inhalator Operation NOTE:· Hou'fs Tralni~g PaldI X Excused X Unexcused 0 Present, Hot'Pal& ~ I. Andersen ~l/p_. G. Ar~derson p ~/~,, I.~ Ba5b ~l/oL- ~. Beauchamp ~ ~/2-- D. Boyd ~ ~/~-- S. Bryce ~ i/~. D. Garlson ~/3-- P. Gharles D'/j~-- M. David ~'/~--]'. Nafus ' D'/JL: M. Savage Q~/;L-S. Erickson ~ I/~ ~. Gervais ~'/J-- L. Heitz ' '~//~-C. Henderson Q l/g-'I. Henke ~ T. Ingram 'J ;/~--G. Johnson D//~-- S. Landsman ~ ~/jL~ R. Marschke (~) M. Nelson D ~/;-- A. Opitz ~'~'/r7:-- B. Palm ~ ~/~L-G .. Palm ~ I/p-.-G. Pederson ~//~-- D. Platzer D//~ T. Rasmussen - ~.~ Mound, Minnesota ' :E D~ZPAR~T REPORT .FOR M0~fi'~ OF DRILLS & ~.~I5~NM;CE FIRE & R~SCUE D. Bryce (~.... S. Bryce P. Charles S. Zri~kson C. Henderson /' / ~ /~.~ 3D ~.~. ' /~.~ T. Ingrain ~ ~ O -~-- aa g.~ /~ G. Johnson ~' / / ~D /~- ~'~ $~'~ B. L~ndsman / / ~ - /~,~ 3~ ~'~ /~S.~ R. ~arschke ~. o~,~z ~-t~ / / ~ /~ ~ g.~ /~o.~ D. Pl~tzer ~ ~ '~ /~ ~f ~'~ /~'~ T. ~'illi~ms H5'o CITY of MOUND 5,341 MAYWOOD ROAD MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364 (612) 472-1155 January 30, 1986 Honorable Rudy Perpich Governor of Minnesota State.Capitol St. Paul, MN 55155 Honorable Joan Anderson Growe Secretary of the State of Minnesota Room 180, State Office Building St. Paul, MN 55155 Honorable Arne H. Carlson State Auditor of Minnesota Suite 440,..555 Park Street St. Paul, MN $5103 Honorable Robert Hattson State Treasurer of Hinnesota 1208 Grand Avenue St. Paul, MN 55105 Honorable Hubert H. Humphrey III Honorable Marlene Johnson Attorney General of Minnesota Lieutenant Governor of Hinn~sota 101 State Capitol 122 State Capitol St.. Paul, MN 55155 St. Paul, MN 55155 ' RE: Revlew0f Increased Public Access on Lake Minnetonka Dear Goyernor Perpich and Members of the Executive Council: This letter outlines the formal response to the Metropolitan Council Task Force on Lake Minnetonka who, at your dlrection, are in the process of implementing the 1983 Task.Force recommendation of identifying 700 reliable car-trailer parking'spaces servlng public accesses, on Lake Minnetonka. The City of Mound has a long history of making Lake Minnetonka accessible to city residents and members of the general public. Small access sites are scattered around the City of Hound. These sites, although not appropriate for serving regional users, provide the means for limited numbers of non-lakeshore neighborhood residents to gain access to the lake. Additionally, the City. has established ownership of 4.$ lineal miles of park and common areas around the lake. During 1985, 400 docks were In place along these areas providing access to residents of the City who, in most cases, are non-lakeshore owners. The boat access at Hound Bay Park is used by both local residents and the general public. The City has determined that further expansion of this facility is not possible due to adjacent land uses, limited ]and area and lack of suitable areas for parking. The Hound Bay Park access is located between a swimming beach and a multi-family residential structure.. In the summer months, ~his 2.5 acre park is intensively used, Due to this intensive, usage and the limited s'ize of the park, expansion of the facility would increase the chances of pedestrian/vehicular conflicts to unacceptable levels. As a result, the City of Hound cannot support expansion of this facility. Parking in the vicinity of Hound Bay Park is also compllcated by the existing deve]opment pattern. Virtually a11 on-street parking opportunities occur· along county roads which contain limited shoulder areas or presently have An equal opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race. colo~, national origin, or handicapped status in the admission or access to..or treatment or employment in. its programs and activities. Page 2 Governor and Members .of Executive Council January 30, 1~86 on-street parking which serves abutting businesses and residences;. Due to this situation, expansion of on-street, parking is viewed as being physically impossible without costly modifications to the existing county road system. The 1~83.Task Force identified. Lost Lake as a potential.access. Site. At the present time,' the City is. conducti~g a detailed analysis of the Lost Lake site and its potential for future use. Preliminary results indicate t.hat Lost Lake shbuld be designated aS unsuitable for construction of a lake access due to severe enviornmental constraints, high development costs and .unacceptable local community impacts..' Due to these factors,.the City of Hound recommends that Lost Lake receive no further consideration'at this time nor in the futur~. On December 23, 1985, the City.received a letter from the Department of Natural Resources requesting comment on the use of a q acre parcel on the north shore of Ma.lsted Bay as an access site. This site lies within the Cities of Hound and Hinnetrista; Hound~s review of the use of this property as an access site has conclu~led, that the property is unsuitable .for such'an activity. This. conclusion is based on the fact that entry to.the site invo)ves travel on a narrow residential street and construction of parking associated with the access would require-clear cutting up to 3 acres of exi'~ting tree cover. Additionally, this parcel presently'contains'a.mobile home park which is a non-conforming land use under the Hound Zoning Code .... Acqulsl£ion of a portion of the site by the DNRfor access purposes would.not reduce'the inten- sity of the adjacent non-conforming use but in actuality, would increase the density of the mobile home park due to the reduction in total land area. Such an occur~ence3s contrary to the intent of the non-conforming use provisions of the Mound Zoning Code. After thorough review of potential, access sites within the City, the.Hound- City Council has concluded that the community is.providing asmuchaccess " to Lake Hinnetonka as is physi.cally and financially feasible. Therefore, the City of Mound does. not recommend expansion of any existing .access points nor does it recommend, installation of any new accesses within the Hound Corporate Limits. As was stated in the beginninglof this letter,'the City wlll continue' to support public access to Lake Minnetonka. In that .regard, the Mayor and .the City Counci1 of the City of Mound. cordially extend an invitation, to members of the Executive Council to visit the community and review the City's current ~fforts. We feel that after such a review, the Executive Council will agree that the City is providing more than its' fair share of access to Lake Minnetonka. City Manager CC: Hr. Joseph Alexander Commissioner, Department of Natural Resources Mr. Pat Scully, Chair, Hetropolitan Council Task Force on Lake Minnetonka W Z Z league of minnesota oities Background Paper The Governor's Budget Reduction Recommendations Revised state revenue and expenditure forecasts indicate a $720' million shortfall. This is the result of a lagging economy and some underestimating of the cost of the large income tax cut approved last spring. As a result, the Governor has proposed reductions in the state budget approved last spring. Ail but $100 million of the budget reserve would be used to offset the deficit and $380 million in budget cuts would De made. No state taxes would be increased. The following questions cities. and answers highlight the impact on How much money would cities lose under the Governor's recommendations? Local government aid (LGA) to cities would be cut $23.1 million to a total funding level of $262.7 million. This represents an 8.1% cut from the original LGA appropriation for 1986. Homestead credit payments to cities would be out 8.78% for 1986. Early projections indicate a loss in this program of $9.3 million. In addition, other grant programs that benefit cities will also be reduced. How come the reductions are cuts of 8-9 percent? Tne papers indicated the Governor was only.cuttin~ cities 3.5%. T~ere has been much confusion on this point. The Governor's budget address framed the budget crisis on the basis of the state's biennium. (A biennium being the two year period the state budgets by.) The governor recommended 3.5% biennial reductions on most programs in order to balance the budget. However, because we are already more than halfway through the first year of the biennium, the practical reality is that it is a 7% cut in the last year of the biennium for most programs. Cities are recommended to be cut more than 7% because they are being asked to absorb the cuts of other programs. An additional $4.2 million is taken from LGA which represents the 3.5% biennial cuts of miscellaneous credit and expenditure programs (wetlands credit, enterprise zone credits, pension amortization aid, etc.). 7t ~u~iversiCy~venuee~sc, sC.p~ul, minnesoCa 55101 (612) 227-5600 . ITEM moved and'~ seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ ITEM $ in favor with. nays. moved and seconded a motion in favor with The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ ITEM ~ .. - nays. moved and seconded a motion in favor with nays. The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ ITEM ~' moved and ~econded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ in favor with nays. ITEM moved and seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was.unanimously/ in favor with. nays. ITEM ~ .... moved-and ... seconded a motion in favor with , nays. The (Roll Call) 9ote was unanimously/ ITEM ~, moved and seconded a motion in favor with nays. The {Roll Call) vote was unanimously/' ITEM ~ moved and o seconded a motion ITEM ~ ~= ] ~)o.~ ~ ~,- moved and seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was.unanimously/~in favor with nays. second'~d a motion The..(Roll Call) Vote was unanimously/ ITEM # ~F~ -. ~ in favor with nays. moved anti seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ in favor with nays. moved and ~-17-~'/- seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ __~in favor with nays. ITEM moved and' seconded a motion The {Roll Call) vote was unanimously/~ in favor with nays. ITEM moved and seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ ITEM ~ .~ 7 · in favor with ~moved and nays. seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ ITEM g ~in favor with nays. moved and P~~"-~ Seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/' J 'in favor with ~'""~ys.__ ITEM mc seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was Unanimously/ · ~~ moved and , in favor with , ,. nays. seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ ~ in moved and .' ~~ .~_ favor with nays. seconded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/ ~in favor with moved and ~__ nays. ~econded a motion ~avs . se¢ooded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was.unanimously/ favor with_ nays. .... moved-and ..~LA~J~I,~~ seconded a motion The.-(Roll Call) %ore was unanimously/ od/M_ in favor with nays. sec.onded a motion The (Roll Call) vote was unanimously/~ in favor with nays. seconded a motion The homestead credit program is also cut more than 7%. The additional 2% reduction is the result of this program being expected to absorb the 3.5% biennial reduction in the circuit breaker program of property tax refunds. Because the tax forms and tables have already been sent out,'the Governor looked for alternative places to cut these funds and decided on the homestead payments to local governments. How will these cuts apply to individual cities? The Governor recommends that each city's LGA payments for 1986 be reduced 8.1% from the level that was certified to the city in August. One impact of this is to remove the 'grandfather, provision which provided that no city could get less LGA than they had received in the previous year. Each city's homestead credit payments from the state would be reduced by 8.78%. While cities will not receive full reimbursement, individual property tax bills will not be revised in 1986. When will the cuts be effective? Unfortunately, they are effective for the current calendar year, 1986. This makes it very difficult 'for cities to absorb, these cuts. We are already more than one month through the year and do not have the option to levy additional taxes to offset this. How would the proposed League policy on state fundin~ differ from the Governor's recommendations? The prOposed League policy provides that all components of the state budget be cut equally. The Governor made several exceptions: education Was cut only 2.5% on a biennial basis and welfare programs were exempted from any cuts. The League feels that all programs should be cut equally. The result of this is a lesser reduction for all. While the Governor's budget would cut approximately $32.5 'million from cities in LGA and homestead credit, the League proposal of applying an equal cut to all state budget items would reduce cities a total of approximately $22.2 million. While that is still a major cut, it is a much more equitable and manageable one. For local government aid, the League proposal would result in a cut of about 5.2% as opposed to the Governor's reduction of 8.1%. What if the pr'o~ections are wron~ and state revenues come in higher than pro~ected? The Governor has recommended that only education (public schools and post-secondary institutions) have any of their funds restored if the projections are overly pessimistic. The League 'recommends that cities also have equal access to restoration funds. If we must share in the shortfall, we should also share in any unexpected windfalls. What about the state payment-schedule? Can we count on being paid on time? Once again the state is looking to local governments to solve its cash flow problems. Currently cities receive six equal payments of LGA and homestead credit during the months of July to December. The Governor has recommended that this be revised so that cities receive two equal payments; one in July and one in December. In theory, interest earnings on the larger first payment would balance out any borrowing costs incurred waiting for the second payment. The state should not solve its cash flow problems by causing short term borrowing by local units of government. The current payment schedule should be retained. If any changes are made they should work towards getting funds to ~ties earlier in the year, not later. For further information, refer to the League Action Alert mailed to all mayors, managers, and clerks on January 23, 1986. Additional information will be provided in the weekly Legislative Bulletin along with updates on legislative action on the budget. Diane Loeffler of the League staff will be leading the League's lobbying efforts on this topic and can respond to individual questions. Our success in this effort is dependent on city officials throughout the state taking the time to educate their legislators on the difficulty cities face in responding to state cuts in 1986. Your assistance in this effort will be much appreciated. FEDERAL TAX REFORM RESTRICTIONS THREATEN CITIES: CONTACT SENATORS DURENBERGER AND BOSCHWITZ DURING CONGRESSIONAL RECESS ACTION NEEDED Action taken by the U.S. House of Representatives in late December has effectively shut down the authority of cities to issue municipal bonds. Passage by the House of H.R. 3838, Federal Tax Reform, made restrictions on tax-exempt financing effective January 1, a little over a month ago. As a result, cities have been prevented from issuing even. traditional public purpose bonds as well as those issued for ~conomie development and redevelopment activities, housing, wastewater treatment, etc. ? CITY OFF'ICIALS MUST ACT NOW TO URGE SENATORS BOSCHWITZ AND DURENBERGER TO REMOVE TAX-EXEMPT FINANCE RESTRICTIONS DURING SENATE CONSIDERATION OF TAX REFORM LEGISLATION. AS IMPORTANT, URGE SENATORS TO SUPPORT IMMEDIATE ACTION ON A RESOLUTION TO DELAY THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THOSE " RESTRICTIONS (UNTIL JANUARY 1, 1987). Members of Congress, particularly U.S. Senators, need to hear from elected oficials on the proposed tax reform act, H.R. 3838. Senator Durenberger, or a member of the Senate Finance Committee, has an especiallY critical role in tax legislation. IT IS ALSO IMPORTANT TO INSIST THAT FULL DEDUCTIBILITY OF STATE AND LOCAL TAXES BE RETAINED AND NOT SACRIFICED TO LOWER FEDERAL INCOME TAX RATES. H.R. 3838 retained deductibility as a vital inkreaient in federal tax policy. There are indications that the Senate Finance Committee will attempt to reduce or eliminate recognition of taxpayers' local tax obligations in an effort to bring in more federal revenue to produce substantially greater federal tax cuts at a time when federal aid to cities is being eliminated or greatly reduced. Congress W~ll be in recess for one week~ beginning February 10. is an important opportunity to get in touch with both Senators. Boschwitz and Durenberger to'explain the ways in which proposed feCeral tax reform is affecting your city. It ! E~,~iv~r~iCy~ve~e~st, st.p~uI, rninnesoC~55101 (1~12) 227-51~00 KEY INFORMATION For Minnesota, the effects of tax reform are already obvious. Preliminary analysis indicates~that state and local government issued at least $2 billion in tax-exempt bonds in 1985. Tax reform restrictions will leave state and local uses only $725 million in the volume cap limit for '86, divided 50/50 between state and local uses. In 1985, IDB authority alone was $620 million. Tax increment financing totalled about $300 million. Housing bonds for multifamily rental units totalled $1.3 billion, while allocation of single-family owner-occupied housing bonds .was $200 million. "~ In 1986, then, state and local government would be left with as little as $620 million in bonding authority to do what took $2 billion to do in 1985, less than one-third the capacity used per year. H.R. 3838 (tax reform legislation approved by the U.S. House) substantially alters and restricts the definition of public purpose bonds, designating a 10 and 5 percent use and benefit test' for all municipal bonds and determining that bond issues failing, either of those tests will lose their tax'exempt status. What that means This new definition curtails the authority of cities to issue traditional general obligation, revenue and tax increment financing bonds. Bonds can only retain tax-exempt status if no more than the lower of 10 percent or $10 million is used in trade or business by a private person,~including 501(c)(3) organizations effectively prevents. private management or financing of governmental facilities or operations. The 5 percent test requires that no more than 5 percent or $ 5million of bond proceeds (over the life of the bond) be loaned to a non- ~governmental entity in order for the tax-exempt status to be retained. In many instances, these restrictions make it impossible to undertake extensions of sewer or water lines to areas where a single private user would receive more than 10 percent of the use of that service. Ano%her example of the difficulties caused is the effective halting of many management contracts for the operation of governmentally owned facilities. NEW DEFINITION OF NON-GOVERNMENTAL PURPOSE BONDS H.R. 3838 arbitrarily determines that projects previously considered public in nature and benefit are now to be considered "nonessential" and therefore provided limited or even denied tax-exempt financing. Activities that fall into this category include sewage and solid waste facilities, multifamily rental housing, mass commuting facilities, facilities for furnishing water, small issue IDBs, and tax increment financing bonds. Student loan bonds as well as those for 501(c(3) organizations such as universities and non-profit hospitals are also included. Purposes denied tax-exempt status under H.R. 3838 are the following: local electric and gas furnishing plants .(serving areas less tan 2 contiguous counties); parking facilities (except t~ose at airports); district Heating and cooling systems; air or water pollution control equipment for private facilities; and industrial parks. °Tax increment financing b~ds for redevelopment are termed "qualified redevelopment bonds" under H.R. 3838, and could only be issued if they meet n~w tests and have sufficient authority under the volume cap (see below). Such bon~s coula only be used for the cost of acquiring land to be redeveloped and for relocation costs.~ ~New more restrictive ~ definitions of blight, plus a district size requirement of 1/4 square mile would effectively eliminate the use of TIF bonds for at least 85-90 percent of the currently existing TIF projects in the state. NEW VOLUME LIMITS A single statewide and state by state volume limitation of $175 per capita (and $125 after 1987) would apply to non-governmental bonds and to the "non-governmental" portion of any governmental (public purpose) bond of as little as $1 million. In other~ words, where as~ little as .1 percent of the benefit of a street i'mprovement, sewer, or other public purpose, G.O., bond could be shown to benefit a private user, that portion of local bond authority would~-~have to receive an allocation under this new volume limitation. In a~dition, at least $2,5 per capita would be reserved for 501(c)(3) organization use of such bond authority. (The legislature or the governor could raise that limit.) At least .50 percent of non-governmental bond proceeds would have to be used for single and multifamily housing bonds, unless overridden by the governor or legislature.) Allocation for tax increment financing bonds limits volume to $6 per capita under a new restricted definition (sec..below). City authority for issuing tax-exempt bonds would be further limited by designating 50 percent of the volume limit to the State. OTHER TAX REFORM ISSUES FOR CITIES Limits on advance refunding of bonds will prevent cities from making interest ~avings when interest rates drop. The bill also does not permit cities to recoup costs of issuing bonds, thereby driving up the cost of tax-exempt financing. H.R. 3838 says nothing about the tax-exempt status of bonds issued for certain facilities when those bonds cannot meet the 5 or 10 percent tests mentioned above. Those purposes include: public hospitals, highways, jails and prisons, dog pounds, city halls, city recreational facilities, elementary and secondary schools. Finally, banks and financial institutions could no longer deduct interest costs incurred in carrying short-term notes or tax-exempt bonds (except in very limited circumstances in the latter case). Because of the provisions of the bill place increased financial burdens on cities, it clearly is not revenue neutral for local taxpayers. T~e bill also reduces'financial flexibility for cities and increases borrowing costs. Taken as a whole, tax reform provisions effectively reduce cities' ability to maintain and improve local infrastructure and provide for renewal and development needs. ROOM 65 / STATE OFFICE BUILDING · ' ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55155 · (612) 296-2406 ' ROBERT E. HANSEN Executive Director January 16, 1986 Fellow Government Official: The Legislative Commission'on Minnesota Resources, usually referred to as LCMR, requests your candid opinion about which natural resource opportunities exist for the State of Minnesota. The LCMR will consider your opinion as it makes recommendations to the Legislature for 1987 program funding. The LCMR consists of fourteen senior legislators, seven Senators and seven Representatives. Please refer to the enclosed brochure for more background on LCMR itself. For over twenty years LCMR has successfully recommended appropriations to state agencies in the general areas of fisheries, wildlife, recreation, for- estry., minerals, soil and water. These have been short term programs designed to: (1) improve natural resource management,'(2) develop and organize natural resource information, or (3) acquire land or develop facilities for a broad range of natural resource purposes. Every two years the LCMR reviews the issues and needs facing Minnesota's natural resources. This request and the review .of your responses marks the beginning of another round of'that process. After careful considera- tion of the responses received, the Commission will ask for specific proposals in areas where LCMR will focus its attention. Therefore your response to this letter should not be a funding request, but rather a statement of the priority natural resource issues. Please send us your comments by'March 7, 1986. · The LCMR members have found past responses to this request to be thoughtful and useful. .Thank you for the time and effort involved in responding to this request. Your assistance will be valuable to the Commission members as they initiate natural resource programs for Minnesota. Sincere~ ~~~tei~DT~gs iCo~rol~°~inCnhe~a~e sources Enc. F!EP ~O[JGLAS CARLSON, CHAIRMAN, SANDSTONE · SENATOR GENE MERRIAM. VICE CHAIRMAN. COON RAPIDS · REP. WILLARD MUNGER. SECRETARY, DULUTH · 5E'.:~TOF~S~ HOWARD ~NUTSON, BURNSVlLLE · WILLfAM LUTHER. BROOKLYN PARK · ROGER O. MOE. ERSKINE · CLARENCE PURFEERST. FARIBAULT · EARL ~5'~,5~E, LE SUEUR · GERALD L. WlLLET. PARK RAPIDS e REPRESENTATIVES: TONYBENNE~,SHOREVIEWeGAfLIN DENOUDEN, PRINSBURGeVIRGILJOHNSON. CALEDO:~A · FRED C. NORTON, ~T. PAUL a JOHN ROSE, ROSEVILLE. ' 0 o3 0 0 0 0 0 ,DO 1,4 ~4 0 LAW OFFICES OF ATTORNEY AT LAW 3600 Shoreline Drive Wayzata, Minnesota 55391 Telephone: (612) 471.0171 Reply to: Wayzata 234 North River Street P.O. Box 70 Delano, Minnesota 55328 Telephone: 1-972-3918 January 27, 1986 City of Mound Attention: City Manager, Mayor and Members of the City Council 5341Maywood Road Mound, Minnesota 55364 Town Square Project Dear Ladies and Gentlemen: The undersigned represents Mueller Pharmacy, a business owned and operated by Mr. Greg Carlson. Mr. Carlson has requested that I bring to your attention the evolution of the Town Square Project and its impact upon Mr. Carlson's business. Mr. Carlson and others were approached by the project originators and were asked to come forward during the initial City Council Meetings to lend support to the project. This they did understanding that their businesses and the public would benefit from the growth of this project. Now, however, they discover that although promises were made to them that their businesses would find space in the new project, Mr. Carlson has received nothing but avoidance and non-response to his requests for rental space. This avoidance does not come as a result of a fully rented building, but apparently the private decisions of those now in control of the project. Mr. Carlson considers this "public" endeavor to be quickly shedding its public benefits. Apparently the project developers who have earlier assured my client and others "that there are (rental) spaces available", now refuse to respond to local businesses. (See Minutes of Mound HRA Meeting held July 11, 1985). City of Mound Page 2 January 27, 1986 Mr. Carlson requests the City Council and City Attorney investigate who is making or refusing to make the decision of guaranteeing rental space to those very businesses being displaced by the project, and why. Mr. Carlson and I are at a complete loss to explain this conduct and the havoc it has caused to Mr. Carlson and his business planning. We look forward to an inquiry and response to our concerns at your earliest possible opportunity. Yours very truly, James B. Dickinson JBD/lb CC: Mr. Greg Carlson Mueller Pharmacy