2006-12-04^
MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
DECEMBER 4, 2006
V The City Council of the City of Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota met in
special session on Monday, December, 4, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. in the council
chambers of city hall.
Members present: Mayor Pat Meisel; Councilmembers David Osmek, Bob
Brown, Mike Specht, and John Beise.
Others Present: City Manager Kandis Hanson, Finance Director Gino Businaro,
Catherine Pausche, Marjorie Rines, Tim Olson, Steve Matheson, James Baer,
Mark Hanus, Jeni Olson, Ray Salazar.
1. Ouen Meeting
Mayor Meisel called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
2. Truth In Taxation Presentation and Hearing
Kandis Hanson reviewed the budget process and the events that bring us to the
Truth In Taxation Hearing.
Finance Director Businaro reviewed the proposed budget and the proposed levy
for 2007.
Mayor Meisel opened the public hearing.
Jim Baer, 1665 Canary Lane, stated he is not sure that his house now would sell
for any more than in 2005 when there was a real estate boom. His house was
last assessed in 1992, and he called this summer to have an assessor look at his
valuation. It doesn't all depend on the property, but also on the condition of
neighboring properties. When he saw the increase for 2007 he was a bit upset
about just exactly what the home was valued at and what it would sell for. Prices
are coming down now and the reason is a lot of them are caught buying a condo
somewhere and trying to unload their home later. Asked if the HUD building
makes a profit every year, and was told it doesn't, but almost break-even.
Marjorie Rines, 2529 Commerce Blvd., stated her taxes went up 25.1 % and
nobody wants small business in Mound because they're being taxed out of their
buildings. Meisel asked if she contacted the Hennepin County Assessor
regarding the value of her building. She hasn't and it was suggested that she do
so. Rines said the only businesses making money are grocery, hardware and
drug store, and that this town needs to help small businesses. She also
complained about the waterfall in the center of Mound and was informed that the
City did not construct it, but the developer did. Meisel stated that they are trying
to bring people back into Mound with the townhomes and condos. Ms. Rines will
contact the assessor.
Mound City Council Minutes -December 4, 2006
Tim Olson, 4520 Denbigh Road, said he also has a 25% increase, and have
tripled in the four years he's been in his house. He understands the property
values going up, but still doesn't care for it.
Beise said that there are also new homes in that neighborhood that are pumping
the values up. Olson will also contact the Hennepin County Assessor.
Steve Matheson, 4944 Crestview Road, asked if you personally meet with the
assessor or if it's done by phone. Meisel said it usually is done in person.
Upon no further comment, Mayor Meisel closed the hearing.
MOTION by Osmek, seconded by Specht to cancel the December 11, 2006
hearing continuation, as all persons desiring to be heard were heard at this
hearing. All voted in favor. Motion carried.
3. Adjourn
MOTION by Osmek, seconded by Specht to adjourn at 7:40 p.m. All voted in
favor. Motion carried.
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Attest: Bonnie Ritter, City Clerk
Mayor Pat Meisel