1989-02-28~CIT¥ OF MOUND
MOUND, MINNESOTA
MOUND CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
7:30 P.M., TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1989
COUNCIL C~24BER~
1. Pledge of Allegiance.
So
Approve the Minutes of the February 14, 1989,
Regular Council meeting and February 21, 1989,
Committee of the Whole Meeting.
Pg. 550-558
PUBLIC REARING: Delinquent Utility Bills.
Pg. 559
Request to amend Conditional Use Permit regarding
the paging system from Arco/Century -
Vic Cossette.
Pg. 560-565
Request for storm shelter for Minnetonka Highlands
Mobile Home Park. Pg. 566-574
Authorize Mayor and' City'Manager to execute Permit
Agreement with Chapman Place allowing an underground
sprinkling system. Pg. 575-582
PropOsed ordinance adding Section 311 to the City
Code relating to mechanical and gas piping
regulations and adding Section .520:00, subsection
(i) relating to fees for said permits and
registration.
Pg.. 583-586
Request for removal from Central Business District
(CBD) Parking Program - Commerce Place Shopping
Center. Pg. 587-590
Comments & suggestions from citizens present.
10.
11.
1988 Department Head Annual Reports.
- Greg Skinner, Water & Sewer Superintendent
- Fran Clark, City Clerk
- Jan Bertrand, Building Official
Pg. 591-597
Pg. 592-625
Pg. 626-644
Planning Commission Report, Liz Jensen, City Council
Liaison.
12.
13.
Set Public Hearing Date for Year XV (1989) Urban
Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant
Program (CDBG).
(SUGGESTED DATE: MARCH 28, 1989)
Discussion: Committee of the Whole dates.
Pg. 645
Page 548
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14.
Payment of Bills.
INFORMATION/MISCELI2%N~OUS:
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Pg. 646-660
January 1989 Financial Report as prepared
by John Norman, Finance Director.
Pg. 661-662
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Park Commission Minutes of January 12, 1989,
and February 9, 1989. Pg. 663-672
Planning Com/nission Minutes of January 23, 1989,
and February 13, 1989. Pg. 673-684
Tax data for 1989 for the City of Mound as
prepared by Fran Clark, City Clerk.
Pg. 685-692
Letter dated February 16, 1989, from Luther
Nelson, Hennepin County, regarding increased
landfill surcharge tax.
Pg. 693-694
Letter dated February 16, 1989, from Tad
Jude.
Pg. 695
Letter dated. February 17, 1989, from L%ndy
Purdy, Orono, regarding support of Westonka
School District.
Pg. 696
REMINDERS:
-. Senior Community Services Volunteer Recognition Party
on Wednesday, March 15, '1989,' 4'-6 P.M., at the Eisen-
hower Community Center, 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins.
Please let Fran know by March 9th, if you wish to at-
tend.
March 14th regular meeting has been rescheduled to Wed-
nesday, March 15.
Discussion regarding Hennepin County proposal to install
signal light at Commerce Blvd. and Lynwood Blvd., removing
crosswalk at Ben Franklin and blocking off entrances to
Coast to Coast lot from Commerce Blvd. will be held at the
March 28, 1989, regular Council Meeting. Hennepin County
officials will be here to present the proposal. A news
release will be issued in early March regarding this
proposal.
Notice from Gen Olson & John Burger of a Town
Meeting to be held Saturday, February 23, 1989,
at 10:00 a.m. in the Westonka Library Community
Room. Pg. 697
L.M.C.D. mailings.
Pg. 698-708
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February 14, 1989
MINUTES - MOUND CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 14, 1989
The City Council of Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, met in
regular session on Tuesday, February 14, 1989, at 7:30 P.M., in
the Council Chambers at 5341 Maywood Road, in said City.
Those present were: Mayor Steve Smith, Councilmembers Andrea Ah-
rens, Liz Jensen, Phyllis Jessen,'and Skip Johnson. Also present
were: City Manager Edward J. Shukle, Jr, City Clerk Frah Clark,
City Attorney Curt Pearson, Finance Director John Norman, Street
Superintendent Geno Hoff, Park Director Jim Fa~k!er, Fire Chief
Don Bryce, City Insurance Agent Earl Bailey, Fire Marshal Jerry
Babb, and th~ ~llowing interested citizens: Leo & Neila Clif-
ford.
The Mayor opened the meeting and welcomed the people in atten-
dance.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
MINUTES
MOTION 'made by Jessen, seconded by Jensen to approve the
minutes of the January 24, 1989, Regular Meeting as sub-
mitted. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF RESOLUTION %88-96, LEO D. & NEILA M.
CLIFFORDt 3185 PRIEST LANE
Jessen moved and Johnson seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION %89-18
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A 180 DAY EXTEN-
SION OF RESOLUTION #88-96 ENTITLED,
"RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A MINOR SUBDIVI-
.SION AND SETBACK VARIANCE FOR LOTS 7 AND
8, BLOCK 2, HIGHLAND SHORES; PID %23-
117-24 34 .0080/0081 (3185 PRIEST LANE) t
P & Z CASE %88-712"
The vote Was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
RENEWAL OF MUNICIPAL INSURANCE PROGRAM
Mr. Earl Bailey, R. L. Youngdahl & Associates, presented the new
insurance premiums which are as follows:
1989 1989
~988 PROJECTED ACTUAL
Property 10,920 16,000 8,642 (1)
Crime 293 INCL. 293 (1)
Equipment 5,153 INCL. 4,401 (1)
General Liability 39,053 39,053 42,847 (1)
Auto 21,200 22,000 23,278 (1)
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February 14, 1989
Liquor Liability
Emer. Med. Techs.
Public Officials E & O
Police Professional
Worker's Compensation
Bonds
TOTAL
Specialty Lines:
(1)
(3)
(4)
6,525 7,178 5,148 (2)
INCL. INCL. INCL. (1)
5,438 5,982 5,464 (1)
INCL, INCL. INCL. (1)
55,200~ 47,700 48,387 (3)
1,099 1,099 .1,168 (4)
144,881 138,913 139,628
League of MN. Cities Insurance Trust thru N.S.R.S.
Transcontinental Insurance Co. (CNA) thru John
Crowther
League of MN. Cities Insurance Trust thru E.B.A.
Capitol Indemnity
Johnson moved and Jensen seconded the following resolution:
R~SOLUTION %89-19 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE POLICIES,
PREMIUMS AND COMPANIES AS SUBMITTED BY
MR. EARL BAILEY, R. L. YOUNGDAHL & AS-
'' .SOCIATES FOR THE 1989 INSURANCE PROGRAM
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
PROPOSAL TO INCLUDE WORKER'S COMPENSATION- INSURANCE FOR ELECTED
OFFICIALS
Mr. Bailey explained that the LMCIT is now offering coverage and
lower rates for Worker's Compensation insurance for City Coun-
cils. The cost to cover a five member City Council for 1989 is
$530. In past years the same insurance coverage cost was around
$1700. The Council discussed this and decided to accept the
coverage.
Johnson moved and Jessen seconded the following:
ORDINANCE #22-1989 AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 155:40 TO
THE CITY CODE PROVIDING WORKER'S COMPEN-
SATION FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS AND
MUNICIPAL OFFICERS APPOINTED FOR A
REGULAR TERM OF OFFICE
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
1988 DEPARTMENT HEAD ANNUAL REPORTS
The following Department Heads presented their 1988 annual
reports to the City Council: Geno Hoff, Street Superintendent;
Jim Fackler, Park Director; and Don Bryce, Fire Chief.
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February 14, 1989
FINAL PAYMENT REQUEST - 1989 SHORELINE PROTECTION PROJECT
MOTION made by Jessen, seconded by Johnson to authorize a
final payment request by Minnetonka Portable Dredging for
the 1989 Shoreline Protection Project, in the amount of
$22,660°00° The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion
carried.
RESOLUTION RELATING TO COUNCIL/STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES
The City Manager explained stated that the simple intent of this
resolution is to remind Council and Staff that they are here to
serve the public interest and not to promote or serve individual
interests. Also that the Council and Staff must be open, candid
and honest with each other in transacting the city's business.
Johnson moved and Jensen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION 988-20
RESOLUTION RELATING TO COUNCIL-STAFF
RESPONSIBILITIES
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
The City Manager explained that the consultant from the Economic
Development Task Force has recommended that the City set up an
Economic Development Commission. He further explained that he
has developed the proposed ordinance setting up an Economic
Development Commission.
Jessen moved and Ahrens seconded the following:
ORDINANCE #23-1989 AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 260 TO THE
~CITY CODE CREATING AN ECONOMIC DEVELOP-
MENT COMMISSION AND ESTABLISHING ITS
DUTIES
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
APPOINTMENT OF ASSISTANT WEED INSPECTOR
Smith moved and Johnson seconded the following resolution:-
RESOLUTiON #89-21 RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE ASSISTANT WEED
INSPECTOR, JIM FACKLER
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
COMMENTS ON DREDGE APPLICATION #89-6291 FROM THE DNR FOR HAR-
RISONS BAY: DRIFTWOOD SHORES, OUTLOT 2, THREE POINTS BLVD.
The Council had no comments on this dredge applidation.
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February 14, 1989
COMMENTS & SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT
There were none.
REOUEST FOR MAINTENANCE PERMIT ON COMMONS FOR JOHN DOW, 4994 MAN-
CHESTER ROAD
The City Manager explained that the Park Commission recommended
denial of the request for a 110 volt outlet and light being con-
structed on Brighton Commons. They noted that Brighton Commons
is presently a pure qommons (has no structures or lights) and
they would like it to remain that way.
MOTION made by Jessen, seconded by Johnson to deny the
request of John Dow for a Commons Maintenance Permit to in-
stall a 110 volt outlet and a light on Brighton Commons.
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
AGREEMENT FOR THE LOAN OF PORTABLE BREATH TESTERS
Johnson moved and Ahrens seconded the following resolution:'
RESOLUTION %89-22
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
FOR THE LOAN OF PBT,S (PORTABLE BREATH
TESTERS) FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
SAFETY
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
AGREEMENT TO ENTER INTO THE SOUTHWEST METRO TASK FORCE JOINT
POWERS
The City Manager explained this agreement and that it was a
budgeted item.
Jessen moved and Johnson seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION %89-23 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO THE SOUTHWEST
METRO TASK FORCE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
.The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
LICENSE RENEWALS:
The following licenses expire on February 28, 1989, and are on
the Agenda for renewal:
Garbaqe Disposal
Blackowiak & Son Westonka Sanitation
Randy's Sanitation Woodlake Sanitary
2O
February 14, 1989
Cigarette
A1 & Alma's
American Legion ~398 (Convenience Whlse. Grocers)
Ben Franklin
Bob's Bait Shop
Briekle¥'~ Market
Duane's 66 (Convenience Whlse. Grocers)
Fina Serve #564
Mack's Jock Club
Meyer's Mound Service
Mtka. Boat Rentals (Dean-Superior Vending)
Mound Municipal Liquor (Convenience Whlse. Grocers)
PDQ Food Store #0292
SuperAmerica Station #4194
Thrifty Snyder Store #704
Westonka Foods
Union 76
VFW #5113 (B & L Vending)
Westonka Foods
The following expire April 1, 1989:
Commercial Dock Renewal
A1 & Alma's Supper Club - 24 slips in water
Minnetonka Boat Rental - 24 slips in water
18 boats stored on land
MOTION made by Johnson, seconded by Smith to authorize the
renewal of licenses as listed above, contingent upon all
required forms, insurance, etc. being turned in. The vote
was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING
MOTION made by Jensen, seconded by Jessen to set March 15,
1989, for'a public hearing on a proposed street vacation of
unused road right-of-way· for Clyde Wallin, 2003 Arbor Lane.
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
MOTION made by Jensen, seconded by Johnson to authorize the
payment of bills as presented on the pre-list in the amount
of $149,510.66, when funds are available.. A roll call vote
was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL WEED
The Council discussed the report from Tom Reese on the donations
received by the EuraSian Water Milfoil Task Force. They also
discussed the stipulation put on the pledge of $10,000 from the
City if the remainder of the money was achieved.
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February 14, 1989
MOTION made by Johnson, seconded by Jensen to pledge an
amount equal to the assessment (dues) the City of Mound paid
the LMCD this year to the Eurasian Water Milfoll Task Force
with no stipulations or qualifications. The vote was 4 in
in favor with Ahrens voting nay. Motion carried.
PARK COMMISSION REPORT - PHYLLIS JESSEN, CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
Councilmember Jessen presented an oral report on the Park Commis-
sion Meeting held on Feburay 9, 1989. Minutes will be in the
next Council packet.
INFORMATION/MISCELLaNEOUS:
A. January 1989 Department Head Monthly Report.
Be
Letter from John Norman, Finance Director, to Mr. Dale
Reimer regarding water billing issue.
Letter dated January 23, 1989, from Mary A. Smith, Director
of Public Affairs, Triax Cablevision regarding centraliza-
tion of Triax Offices.
De
Letter dated January 31, 1989,
regarding 1988 Franchise Fee.
from Triax Cablevision
Per Mayor Smith's "Letter to the .Editor". published in The
Laker and Sailor February 6, we received some letters
regarding the City Council's action on the Eurasian Water
Milfoil weed.
F. L.M.C.D. mailings since the last Agenda packet.
Go
Invitation from Senior Community Services, Hopkins, for you
to attend a Volunteer Recognition Party on Wednesday, March
15, 1989, 4-6 P.M.~ at the Eisenhower. Community Center, 1001
Highway 7, Hopkins. Please let Fran know by March 9th, if
you wish to attend.
Metropolitan Council's "State of the Region 1989" will be
held Wednesday, February 22, 1989, at the Hotel Sofitel in
Bloomington, from 1 P.M. to 8 P.M. If you are interested in
attending, please let Fran know by Monday, February 13th.
Ted Fox, Lakewinds, has sent excerpts of the Tax Court
ruling on three condominium units he owns at Lakewinds. We
have provided the full rulings of the Tax Court for his 1986
and 1987 cases.
Je
Letter from Frank Livingston on his opinions regarding
government debt and spending.
Ko
ne
February 14, 1989
P~EMINDERS:
1)
The first Committee of the Whole meeting established at
the 1-31-89 Goal Setting Session is scheduled for Tues-
day, February 21, 1989, beginning at 7:30 P.M. No writ-
%eh Agenda packet will be sent out for this meeting.
You should bring your issues with you to the meeting to
discuss. No formal action will be taken on any issues.
2)
The March 14th regular meeting has been rescheduled to
Wednesday, March 15.
LMCD's monthly report from Tom Reese, City of Mound Repre-
sentative.
MOTION made by Smith, seconded by Jensen to adjourn at 10:00
P.M. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
Edward J. Shukle, Jr., City Manager
Fran Clark, CMC, City Clerk
MOUND CITY COUNCIL
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
FEBRUARY 21, 1989
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM, in the Council
Chambers. Members present: Smith, Jensen, Jessen, Ahrens and
Johnson. Also present: Ann Henson, Newsletter Editor and Ed
Shukle, City Manager.
'The City Manager introduced Ann Henson who is the City Newsletter
Editor for the new publication that will begin on or about April
1st of this year. He indicated that 50 applications were
received for the position of newsletter editor. Eight applicants
were interviewed and Ann was selected from this group. He then
reviewed with the Council what the purpose of the City Newsletter
was. He indicated that it was to be an informative publication
which would create a positive image for the City. He stated that
it was to be a non-c~ntroversial as well as s non-political
publication. Ann Henson then presented a proposed outli~e fbr
the first issue. Also discussed was a possible name for the
publication. Council indicated that they would like to discuss
this at their March 15th regular meeting.
The Summary Report of the January 31, 1989 Goal Setting Session
with Barbara Arney was reviewed. City Manager, Ed Shukle, gave
an update of the 1988 objectives and their status. He then
reviewed the 1989 goals and their status. One of the issues in
1989 deals with giving direction to advisory committees. The
Planning Commission has indicated that they feel they need some
direction given to them by the City Council. It was a consensus
to have the Council review Section 245 of the City Code dealing
with the Planning Commission responsibilities. It was also the
consensus to send out the Planning Commission work rules prior to
the next Committee of the Whole.
Also discussed were the nuisance ordinances that the City has.
The Council asked that these ordinances be reviewed by the City
attorney's office in terms of their enforceability.
'A mission statement was discussed and the consensus was that the
City should come up with one.
The Committee of the Whole meeting dates were discussed. Concern
was expressed that perhaps these meetings ought to be held on
Saturday mornings instead of on week nights. Council stated that
they would discuss this at their February 28th meeting.
MOTION by Johnson, seconded by Jensen and carried
unanimously, the meeting was adjourned at approximately
9:15 PM.
Res[aectfully ~ubmitted,
City Manager
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Delinquent Water and Sewer
$201.68
160.94
321.42
80.76
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2-22-89
GIRL
Greater Minneapolis
Girl Scout Council
5601 Brooklyn B[vct
Minneapolis, MN 55429-3074
(612) 535-4602
GIRL SCOUT WEEK~ MARCH 12-18~ 1989
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A recognizes that today's girls will be tomorrow's leaders;
and
WHEREAS, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. is the largest voluntary organization for girls in the
world and draws upon a large resource of positive adult role models; and
WHEREAS, the Girl Scout Movement continues to emphasize leadership and personal and
career development'for girls; and
WHEREAS,: our community and world will be the direct beneficiaries of the skilled young
women'who are Girl Scouts:
NOW, THEREFORE, I Steve Smith , by virtue of
the authority vested in me as mayor, do urge the citizens of Mound to support the Girl
SCouts in their endeavors; I now proclaim this week, March 12-18, 1989, Girl ScOut Week in
Mound.
Mayor's Signature:
Date 2-28789
February
GIRL
Greater Minneapolis
Girl Scout Council
5601 Brooklyn Blvd.
Minneapolis, MN 55429-3074
(612) 535-4602
Steve Smith, Mayor
City Hall
53t~I Maywood Road
Mound, MN 5536#
Dear Mayor Steve Smith,
This year, Girl Scouts is celebrating it's 77th birthday during the
~eek of March 12-18, 1989. Over 17,000 Girl Scout families in the
Greater Minneapolis Girl Scout Council will be joining in the
celebration. We hope you too will provide your support for our
organization by signirf§ the attached proclamation at the'March City
Hall Council meeting.
Sincerely,
Chris Purington
Director of Outreach in the Work Place
eric.
PRI:Is
February 24, 1989
I have served four years as your representative on the Metropolitan
Waste Control Commission. My area covers 68 cities and townships in the
southwestern suburbs of Hennepin County. I hope you have received my
communications concerning proiects and items of specific interest to our
area.-
t worked hard to change the SAC charge in rural areas and also to clean
up Lake Minnetonka.
I am the only Republican 'on the MWCC and while sewers are
non-partisan, it is important to have both political parties on a Commission
that spends over 150 million dollars of the public's money. No other
Republicans have applied for the MWCC. The legislators from my district
are 22 IR and 3 DFL. Governor Rudy Perpieh has given his support to my
reappointment to the MWCC.
I would appreciate a letter of support from-you as soon ns possible. It
should be addressed to: ...
Steve £eefe
Metro Council
230 East Fifth Street
St. Paul, MN 55101
If you have any questions, please call me at 471-9801.
Thank you,
Jo Ellen Hurr
P.S. I was out of town at a sludge meeting when the commission voted to
hold the budget and I do live in a sewer district.
APPLICATION FDR SIGN PEEMIT
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SIGN LOCATION'
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Address
BLOCK' ADD i TI ON
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DESCRIBE SIGN (Haterlals, etc:) ~~~ -- ~ ~"~
HEIGHT OF SIGN ~'' ~/
SIGN SIZE.BEING REQUESTED, ~ .
= .~.. Sq..~.
LENGTH OF TIME SEASONAL SIGN TO BE ERECTED:
Square Footage ·
ZONING DISTRICT
Sq. FOOTAGE OF SIGNS
ILLUHINATED: YES
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PLEASE DESCRIBE REQUEST AND. REASO~ FOR REQUEST:'
TYPE OF SIGN:
"' WALL'MOUNT.
FREE STAND'lNG
PORTABLE
OTHER'
~~ /a" ,9-/o~ ~.~.
~ro~~ . ~_,~ ~v,,. . '
Is sign for a commSnity orBanJzation and goes it. meet all the
l'f additional i.nformatlon.is attached, please submit B½" X 11" maximum sized drawings.
Applleant s ignatu
Date subm'it ~ed
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Recom, mendatJon:
APPROVED:
Building Official
ARCO/CENTURY COS.
5533 SHORELINE DRIVE
MOUND, MN 55364
(612) 472-1855
FEBRUARY 15, 1989
CITY OF MOUND
JAN BERTRAND, BLDG OFFICIAL
5341MAYWOOD ROAD
MOUND, MN 55364
DEAR JAN:
WE ARE WRITING IN REGARDS TO OUR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT.
WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE ITEM NUMBER TWO AMENDED TO ALLOW
US TO USE OUR PAGING SYSTEM. THIS SYSTEM GOES OVER A SPEAKER
TO THE OUTSIDE AND PAGES EMPLOYEES WHO ARE OUTSIDE.
PLEASE PUT US ON THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA FOR THE
FEBRUARY 28, 1989 MEETING.
THANK YOU.
SINCERELY,
cos.
V.G. COSSETTE
West Lake Steno Service, Inc.
5545 SHORELINE BOULEVARD · MOUND, MINN. 55364
(612) 472-5353
February 13, 1989
RE~[I F E'S i 4
City of Mound
5341 Maywood Rd.
Mound, MN 55364
Attention: Mr. Ed Shukle, City Manager
Re:
Conditional Use Permit
Arco Century
Gentlemen:
This is to advise you that since the Conditional Use Permit
for the above property was approved, they continue to have
their telephone on a loud speaker and page people over the
loud. speaker in violation of Condition #2.
I don't have a copy of the final wording of the Conditions
and would appreciate your sending me a copy. If you have
any question concerning this, give me a call.
ce~e~°ur s ,
pjw '~,./
TELEPHONE ANSWERING AND COMPLETE SECRETARIAL SERVICES
RESOLUTION NUMBER 89-1
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
COSSETTE PROPERTIES, INC. LOCATED AT 5533 SHORELINE BLVD.,
PID # 13-117-24 33 0007 AlqD 0008.
WHEREAS, the City Council on October 25, 1988 held a
public hearing pursuant to Section 23.505 of the Mound Code of
Ordinances to consider the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit
for the operation of an auto body/boat repair facility at 5533
Shoreline Boulevard, PID # 12-117-24 33 0007 and 0008; and
WHEREAS, the applicant requested approval of a Condi-
tional Use Permit to operate the repair facility and associated
uses consistent with either grandfathered rights or the uses
identified in Section 23.625.3 of the Mound Zoning Code; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the
request and recommend approval; and
WHEREAS, all:persons wishing to be heard were'heard';
and
WHEREAS, the matter has been continued for further in--
vestigation until January 10, 1989.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of
the City of Mound, Minnesota, that the Conditional Use Permit for
the operation of the auto/boat repair facility and listed as-
sociated uses is hereby approved subject to the following condi-
tions for the following legally described property:
"Lot 5, Auditor's Subdivision No. 170" -
PID #13-117-24 33 0007
and
"The Westerly 50 feet'of Lot 6, Auditor's Subdivision
170" - PID ~13-117-24 33 0008
1. Uses allowed on the property shall be limited to:
A. Auto Body Repair
B. Boat Repair
C. Boat'Trailer Building
D. Welding
Sale of Used Autos, Boats and Boat Trailers
Other Permitted B-1 Uses
No flags,
banners or flashing lights shall be permitted.
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January 10, 1989
Additionally, loud noises or noises over loud. speakers shall
be prohibited.
Display of autos, boats and boat trailers for sale shall be
limited to the paved portion of the site abutting Shoreline
Boulevard. Vehicles for sale shall not be parked on public
right-of-way.
The premises shall be maintained in a neat and orderly man-
ner at all times. There will be no wrecked or damaged
vehicles on property outside of the enclosed area.
The permit holder shall be prohibited from using the Central
Bd~iness District parking areas and any public roads includ-
ing Auditors Road for storage and repair operations.
Employee and customer parking in the Central Business Dis-
trict lots shall 6omply with the Mound parking regulations.
Fencing shall comply with Section 23.415 of the Mound Zoning
Code. The property shall also comply with the performance
reqUirements of Section 71 of the Mound Zoning Code.
Hazardous materials shall be stored in an enclosed building
and discarded in full compliance with all State and Federal
reqUirements. ~
Ail body work, fiberglas work and painting will be performed
in an enclosed building area conforming to State and Federal
ventilation and emission requirements..
9. Tax parcels shall be combined.
10.
11.
Ail signage shall comply with the Mound Sign Ordinance
within 90 days of the date of the approval of this permit.
Ail trash and waste auto parts shall be kept within Screened
enclosures.
12.
Gates along fenced storage areas shall be kept close at all
times except when access is required for parking or removing
vehicles.
13.
This Conditional Use Permit is granted for the following
legally described property:
"Lot 5, Auditor's Subdivision No. 170" -
PID ~13-117-24 33 '0007.
and
3
January 10, 1989
"Lot 5, Auditor's Subdivision No. 170" -
PID ~13-117-24 33 0007
and
"The Westerly 50 feet of Lot 6, Auditor's Subdivision
170" - PID ~13-117-24 33 0008
This Conditional Use Permit shall be recorded with the
County Recorder or the Registrar of Titles in Hennepin
County pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 462.3595,
Subd. 4.
14.
This shall be considered a restriction on how this property
may be used.
The property owner shall have the responsibility for filing
this resolution with Hennepin County and paying all costs
for suc~ recordir~g.~ Proof of.recording must be filed with
the City Clerk.
The foregoing resolution was moved by Councilmember
Johnson and seconded by Counci!member Jessen.
The following Councilmembers voted in~ the affirmative:
Ahrens, Jensen, Jessen,.Johnson and Smith.
The following Counci!members Voted in the negative:
none.
· - Magor -
At'test: City. Clerk
i '..~:ii Counc,lmembc~r 5wen,Jc~r~ r:,o/,'.d rte' Oc.[ober 24i 1978 509
· '~.'? .. . RESOLUTION NO, 78- 488
RESOLUTIOtJ TO CONCUR WITH THE RECOMME~DATION OF
THE' PLANNING COMMISSION TO GRANT THE SPECIAL USE
PERMIT AS R£(~UESTED WITtt ADf)ITIONAL STIPULATIONS
WHEREAS, owner of property described as Lots 5 and part of Lot 6, Auditor's
Subdlvis~on ~170, have applied for a special use permit, and
.WHEREAS, sald property al thou~jh ;~oned Commercia~ does not specify the sale
of automobiles, ~md a specla] use permit i~ necessary, and
:WHEREAS, a public hearing is necessary before ~,aid permit can be issue~.
NO~I, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEO By THE CITY ~ ,
,OHhCIL OF THE. CITY OF MOUND'
MOUN~, MINNESOTA:
That Council concurs with the recomm~ndation of the Planning
Commission to grant the Special Use Permit as requested with
additional stlpu]a~ons. Said stipulations are:
That sales be limited ~o not more than ]2 cars on sale at one time.
That the graveled area alonf~ Shoreline Blvd. be blacktopped or covered
with concrete and sidewalk be repaired or reconstructed, where damaged
.. as specified by Engir, eer.
That no flags, banner~ or flashing lights be permitted; also no loud
noises or nolr, es over loud ~,peakers be Permitted.
The premises be ~,~aintained in a neat and orderl, y. manner
That the permit ho]der be prohibited from using the C B.D parking'
area for storage of cars for sale. ' '
The motlon for the adoption O~ the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
Councilmember Fenstad, and upon vot'e being taken lhereon, the foliowing voted
~n favor thereof: Fenstad, LovnaF, en, Polslon, Swan,;on nnd Wi lhhart, the follow-
lng voted against the same, nnne; whereupon '.;,',id
and adopted, signed.by the Mayor and his ~i(Ir, al~r(.: ,',llunted by the City C)erk.
" ': s/Tim l. ovaasen
Ma yo r
THE HAIR CONNECTION
LUCILLE STEERE
DIANE BRANDENBURG
5541 SHORELINE DRIVE.
MOUND, MN 55364
FEBRUARY 27, 1989
CITY OF MOUND
5341MAY{~OOD ROAD
MOUND, MN 55364
MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
[NE HAVE OCCUPIED THE BUILDING NEXT TO ARCO/CENTURY COS.
FOR MANY YEARS.
THEY HAVE SPEAKERS OUTSIDE THAT THEY USE FOR PHONE
PAGING.
WE DO NOT FIND THIS OFFENSIVE AND WE CANNOT HEAR THIS
WITHIN OUR BUILDING.
THANK YOU,
THE HAIR CONNECTION
DIANE BRANDENBU~
CIT ,' ()f
,XlOUND
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
RE:
February 10, 1989
Ed Shukle, City Manager
City Council
Jan Bertrand, Building Official
Storm Shelter for the
Minnetonka Highlands Mobile Home Park
I have recei.ved the background material regarding Steve Codden's
request to approve an evacuation and area of refuge for his
mobile home residence at 6635 Bartlett Blvd. After reviewing his
request, visiting the site with Mr. Codden, and looking over
Chapter 195 of the State Legislation, I would like to inform you
that his plan is not a reasonable alternative from the more
restrictive guidelines for trailer parks built after March 1,
1988.
He is proposing to use an existing basement in his manager's home
to house approximately 77 persons during storms and bad weather.
The b~sement is underground approximately 5 feet with a wood
floor system above it and concrete block walls; it has two exit
doors and sheet rock wall finish. He has agreed to install storm
shutters for the basement casement windows as well as two emer-
gency lighting power packs.
Under the Minnesota State Statute Provisions of Section 327.20
Subd. I (7) it states "The municipality max require the park
owner to construct a shelter if it determines that a safe place
of shelter is not available within a reasonable distance from the
park." If Mr. Codden were required to build a new shelter, .it
would haVe to be enclosed on all four sides by concrete walls
reinforced significantly plus a concrete roof. · I will have draw-
ings available if the City Council is interested in the new con-
struction standards. There are prefabricated modular shelters
available for this purpose from Elk River Concrete Products.
I would like to bring to the attention of the City Council that
this mobile home park has trailers that are personal property.
The current zoning ordinance does not al low the density this ex-
isting trailer park has in it. If the City ever plans to have
this area in conformance with the zoning density, they would have
to take action, probably to acquire the land at some future date.
cc: Steve Codden ,~,~
LEN HARRELL
Chief of Police
MOUND POLICE
5341 Maywood Road Telephone 472-3711
Mound, MN 55364 Dispatch 544-9511
EMERGENCY 911
February 14, 1989
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Jan Bertrand
Chief Len Harrell
Emergency Shelter for Trailer Park
I spoke with Steve Codden concerning his need for an emergency
shelter or an evacuation plan. I advised hi~ that I knew of no
secure building tha~' would be available 24 hours a day where his
residents could evacuate to quickly. I suggested to Mr. Codden
that he explore the use of the existing residence and because
there was an underground area, some remodeling or expansion of
that area might serve his purpose. I advised him to speak with
the building inspector in regards~ to what restrictions or
requirements are needed for a shelter facility.
1
minnesota department of health
717 ~.e. delaware st. p.o. box 9441 minneapolis 55440
(612) {~23-5000
January 18, 1989
Steve Coddon and Robert .Miller
Minnetonka Highlands Mobile Home Park
P.O. Box 175
Mound, Minnesota 55364
Dear Mr. Coddon and Mr. Miller:
The 1987 session of the legislature amended the laws governing
manufactured home parks to require that the storm shelter or evacuation
plan for a manufactured home park must be approved by the municipality
in which it is located b~March_l, ~9~9. A copy of the municipal
approval and the plan mu~also be S~m~tted to the Minnesota Department
of Health by the park owner.
As of this date, we have not received any documentation that you
have had your shelter or evacuation plan approved by your municipality.
We must have this information by March 1, 1989.
For your information the term municipality includes the city, township
or county in which you are located.
If you have any questions concerning, this matter, please communicate
with us at 612/623-5335.
Sincerely yours,
Charles B. Schneider, R.S., Chief
Environmental Field Services
-CBS/lw
1116
an equal opportunity employer ,~ ~
CHA. PTKR 195---H.F.N~. I~
AY aCt retatir~g ,tO I~blw ~o~ety: manq[aClured homes; reo~iri~ mdm~ured ~
~A~ BY THE ~GIS~RE OF THE STA~ OF MtNN~TA:
Su~on I. RU~. No ~ic ani~s ~ hou~ ~u of ~nts of
~, or ~mmit any nui~ ~in ~ li~a of a ~nufa~u~d home or ~tio~ ~mpinl ~ ~h ~nuf~u~ ~me ~ or
~27~t ~ ~onl o~er ~mgs, provide for ~e foU~in~ in ~e mann~
(1) A ~sible attaint or ~r ~ ~ in ch~ of f~y
home ~rk or ~io~ ~mp~ ~ at MI t~ ~o ~all maintain
~ or t~. and i~ h~liti~ and ~uip~nt in a clan, ~y and ~ni~
~t~n. In any manuf~tu~ home ~ ~n~ininl mo~ ~n ~ Iot~ ~e
· e d~inqe of ~e ~rk ~ will not ~ any ~t~ ~y. No ~
~t ~ fa~ on a ~ or ~ uno,pied s~ of nm ~ t~ 16
in width. ~ich ~ ~1 h~ u~t~ a~ to a puMic h~way or
~t ~nufa~u~ ~ in~udins t~ir nt~mena ~d at ~t ~ f~t
~nu~u~ hom~ ~y ~ u~ f~ ~ ~ of mot~ ~i~ and oth~
~y. if the ~bi~e or o~ p~y b ~ at ~ t~ ~t f~ the
~ ~te ~mmi~o~ of hlth in ~nufa~u~ ~ ~ when ~
of ~h~ ~s ~t available ~hifl [ ~na~ dista~ f~ ~ ~. ~
.- {I) ~ manufactured home ~ with ten or mor~ manufactured homm,
/ ~i~n% [ ~fima~ li~ ~ ~e~h ~ 1988~ ~ pmvsde
-~.'~:"~'S.-~'~u~o~ ~o~.
~ ~mmiisi~ or ~mini~tion shall ~opt,
~ Ma~ ~ 19~ Ail ~h~ ~n~ afte~ March
~. 3. ~~ ~Y.
~ ~mmi~ion~ ~dministmtion shall ~ndu~ a ~ud~
f~sibili~ ~ ~uinni ~ no~ sheltc~ in ~ ne~ ~nst~aion fo~
a~e~mde sin~e-famil~ housinj ~ ~ submi~ t~ stud~ ~ th~ I~isla~u~
~4.
~ion I is ~i~ Ma~h ~ 1989.
~ May 2[. 1917
FEBRUARY 7, 1989
ATTACHED ARE:
EVACUATION PLAN
DRAWING OF SHELTER AREA
CENSUS REPORTS FOR MINNETRISTA AND MOUND
UPON ACCEPTANCE BY MOUND CITY COUNCIL WE WILL DISTRIBUTE A COPY
OF THE EVACUATION PLAN AND DRAWING OF SHELTER AREA TO EACH MOUND
PARK RESIDENCE. THERE WILL BE ONE COPY POSTED IN MANAGERS HOME.
WE WILL INSTALL EMERGENCY LIGHTING BY MARCH 1, 1989 IN SHELTER
AREA.
HLANDS MOBILE
HOME PARK
~.'
;
BI TUM II'~OOS SURFACE:
6'×9'
'This is a Census- report of the number of people in the
Minnetonka Highlands Mobile Home Park.
October 1988
Mound, Mn.
UPPER SIDE ..........................
6635 Bartlett lot ~1
6635 Bartlett lot ~2
6635 Bartlett lot ~3
6635 Bartlett lot ~4
-6635 Bartlett lot ~5
6635 Bartlett lot ~6
2 people
0
1 person
1 person
0 (empty lot)
2 people
6639 Bartlett (house)
2 people
6643 Bartlett lot #1
6643 Bartlett lot #2
6643 Bartlett lot ~3
6643 Bartlett lot #4
6643 Bartlett lot #5
6643 Bartlett lot #6
4 people
0 (empty lot)
3 people
3 people
1 person
4 people
LAKESHORE SIDE .......................
6635 ~atS~ead lot A
6635 Halstead lot B
6635 Halstead lot c
6635 Halstead lot D
3 people
4 people
1 person
2 people
TOT3%L NUMBER OF PEOPLE IN THESE T~D COURTS IS 33 people.
This report was completed by Bruce Thompson,Manager
Minnetonka Highlands Mobile Home Park.
CHAFf'ER I~H,F.No. I~
A~ art relining w l~,bhc ~lfety: mtm~fac~red ho.~: ~ri~ ma~f~'tla'rd ~
~ ~A~ED BY TH[ ~GIS~R[ OF TH~ ~A~ OF MINN~TA:
~on I. M~ S~tu~ 1986, mion 327.20. m~v~i~ 1, is ~e~ed
Su~ivision I. ~U~. No dom~ic ani~s ~ ho~ ~ of ~m~ of
~, or ~mmil any nui~ ~in ~e li~ of a ~nufa~umd home
~ or ~tio~ mmoin8 ~ ~ mnuf~u~ home ~ or
~ m li~nffi under the pmv~ions of~i~ 327.10, 327.11,
11718 ~ monl ot~cr ~in~, pmvi~ for ~e foll~in~ ia ~e mann~
tu~ home ~r~ or ~lio~ mmpinl ~ ~I ~11 t~ ~o ~all maim~in
~ ~ or a~, and i~ f~liti~ and ~uip~nI in ~ clan. ~fly and ~i~
~. la ~ny manufacm~ home ~k ~n~ininl mo~ ~n ~ lots,
aU~ ~, or other ~nfible ~rk ~ploy~, ~ ~ ~ly a~-
(2) ~ ~uhctu~ home ~ ~11 ~ ~ ~n~ 8nd ~ ~
~ ~ dai~ of ~e ~rk ~m ~ill ~o~ ~A~ any ~ m~y. No ~
~mr from mnufa~u~ ~m~ or mtio~ ~pi~8 ~hicl~ ~1 ~ d~
i~ ~ ~e ~a~ of ~e ~und. All mg ~d oth~ ~ ~ ~
~ ~ ~ rolo a munici~l ~ s~ ~e~ Ivai~lc. W~fl
muni~ ~ ~t~ ~ ~ nvaihb~, a ~F di~ s~ ~ble
~ ~e ~mi~r of ~ ~ k p~.
{3~ No ~nuf~u~ ~e ~1 ~ ~ ~ ~n 1~ f~ to ~e
~n. ~ n ~uf~ ho~ ~ if ~ 8~ni~ p~ h im~
p~y. ~ ~ ~n ~ f~ M a ~mic st~ or ~. ~h i~ivM~ me
~ ~t or fa~ on a ~y ~ ~ un~pi~ s~ of nm ~ t~ 16
f~ in width, ~ich ~ ~l b~ un~st~ a~ m a pu~ic h~way or
~j~l ~nufa~u~ ~ indudi~ t~ir atUchmcn~ ~d at ~t ~
~nuf~u~ hom. ~y ~ u~ f~ ~ ~ o~ mm~ ~i~ and
~fly. if thc ~hi~e or o~ p~fly ~ ~ at ~ t~ ~t f~ the
~ adjaccm ~n~ ho~ ~iti~. ~ ~ui~u ~ this ~
· c ~tc ~mmi~ion~ of ~Jlh in msnuh.u~ ~mc ~ ~en
~n~ ~ not ~n~ ~e h~. ufcty ~ ~!fa~ of ~uf~u~ ~
(4) ~ ~u~ ~1~ or ~ ~ ~. ~i~ ~i~ ~ ~ ~
m~ of ~ ~ ~ ~ of ~ Min~u ~u~ ~.
(6) In ~ ~ of a ~uf~ ~e ~ ~ I~ ~ J0 manure.
~ h~ ~n~d ~ ~ ~ ~ o~t~ ~ ~J
a~ve a plan mbmit~ ~ a ~k ~nlJ n~ ~ ~ f~ ~ ~i~
~v~ ~ plan ~ ~in mun~l app~v~.
{8) A manuf~-~ur~d home ~ ~ ten or mor~ manufactured hom~, '.
~ui~ ~ ~on 2. .% ~-
~, 2. ~ SH~ CO~U~ON ~D~.
~e ~mmission~ of ~mini~tion shall ndopk ~ ~ minimum ~
~ Ma~ ~ 1988. All sh~ ~fl~m~ after March ~ 198~, s~ll ~
~e ~mi~ion~ o~ ndm nistmt o~ ~hn ~ndu~ · ~ud~ ~ det~ine the
fmsibilit~ ~ ~uinnI ~ ~om shelten in ~ ~ ~nstm~lon for
s~de ,in~e-f~mil~ hous~n8 ~ s~ll submil ~ sludy ffi ~ I~islamm
~ Jtnua~ ~ 1988,
~. 4. ~ DA~
~i~ J is ~i~ Ma~h h 1989.
~ May 21, 1987
minnesota department o'f health
717 s.e. delaware st. p.o. box 9441 minneapolis 55440
{612) 623.5OO0
January 18, 1989
Steve Coddon and Robert .Miller
Minnetonka Highlands Mobile Home Park
P.O. Box 175
Mound, Minnesota 55364
Dear Mr. Coddon and Mr. Miller:
The 1987 session of the legislature amended the laws governing
manufactured home parks to require that the storm shelter or evacuation
plan for a manufactured home park must be approved by the municipality
in which it is located by Mar. ch_l, 19_9_8_9. A copy of the municipal
approval and the plan must--also be Sui~n-~'~ted to the Minnesota Department
of Health by the park owner.
As of this date, we have not received any documentation that you
have had your shelter or evacuation plan approved by your municipality.
We must have this information by March 1, 1989.
For your information the term municipality includes the city, township
or county in which you are located.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please communicate
with us at 612/623-5335.
Sincerely yours,
Charles B. Schneider, R.S., Chief
Environmental Field Services
-CBS/lw
1116
an equal opportunity employer '~ ~
This is a Census report of the number of peopl~ in the Fd~unetonka Highlam~s
.Mobile Home Park.
19BB
6701 Bartlett lot fl
6701 Bartlett lot ~2
6701 Bartlett lot ~3
6781 Bartlett lot ~4
6705 Bartlett ~oC~ ~
~705Bartlett
6705 Bartlett lot ~4
6705 Bartlett lot %5
6709 Bartlett lot ~1
6709 Bartlett lot ~2
6709 Bartlett lot ~3
6709 Bartlett lot #4
6709 Bartlett lot %5
6709 Bartlett lot %6
6709 Bartlett lot %7
6709 Bartlett lot %8
6709 Bartlett lot %9
Minnetrista, Mn.
people
people
(empty lot)
people
people
people
4 people
3 people
2 people
1 person
2 people
5 people
3 people
0 (empty lot)
5 people
Total number of people in this court is 44 people .
This Report was Complete~ by Bruce Thompson,Manager
Minnetonka Highlands Mobile Home Park.
Sighned Bruce Thompson,Manager
CITY of MOUND
5341 MAYWOOD ROAD
MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364
(612) 472-1155
February 7, 1989
Mr. Bob Cuthill
President
Chapman Place Association
2670 Commerce Boulevard
Mound, MN 55364
Dear Mr. Cuthill:
Some time ago we disca'~sed a .permit agreement ~ich would '. all-ow
Chapman Place to install an underground sprinkling system on City
'of Mound property adjacent to your development. I directed the
City Attorney .to prepare such an agreement and a copy of it is
enclosed for your. review. .If it meets 'with. your approval, I
would like you to contact me as ~oon as possi.ble and I will place
it on an upcoming. Council agenda.
The next regular City Council meeting .'is Tuesday, February 14,
1989 and the following Council meeting is February 28th. ' If the
agreement meets your approval, I would like to know prior to
sending out the Council packet which goes out the Friday
preceding the Tuesday meeting. For example, for the February
14th meeting, the packet, goes out Friday,. the 10th; for February
28th meeting, the packet goes out Friday, ~the 24th. I need to
have the. information for the packet in the morning of the Friday
perceding the Tuesday meeting.
Please rev'iew this document and contact me as soon as possible.
Sincerely,
City Manager
enc.
ES:ls
~.n e~,.~al opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the t~asis of race. Color. nati¢,'-,a~ o;~i~, or nancl,ca~ped status
PERMIT A~REEMENT
THIS ~GREEMENT, made and entered this day of
, 1989, by and between the City of Mound,
hereinafter referred to as the City, and Chapman Development,
hereinafter referred to as Chapman.
WHEREAS, the City has a public street in place which is
known as Chapman Place (Commerce Boulevard) and runs generally
north/northwesterly from Lake Minnetonka and a boat ramp out to
Bartlett Boulevard, and
WHEREAS, lying easterly of the improve bituminous
paving is an area of land which is subject to a public easement
and is used for parking and driveways to the Chapman Building and
Chapman parking places, and located in said area are two shallow
storm sewer pipes running generally north/northwesterly from the
lake and adjacent to the building, and
WHEREAS, Chapman desires to install a sprinkling system
to sprinkle their landscaping on their own property as well as
grass or landscaped areas which are subject to a public easement
and have asked the City for a permit to install a sprinkling sys-
tem within the public easement area lying generally 30 feet
westerly of Chapman Place, and
WHEREAS, the City has no objection to the installation
of the sprinkling system and the effort on the part of Chapman to
have aesthetically pleasing landscaping both on their own
property and on the property subject to a City easement which is
adjacent to the property, and
WHEREAS, the City is concerned that nothing be done
Which would adversely affect the City's parking facilities or the
storm drainage utilities located in this area, and further have
advised Chapman that if there is any problem with the storm sewer
pipes or other public facilities located in such area, the City
would have to tear up these lines and would not be responsible to
Chapman for any costs to repair or replace the sprinkling system
which they may place on this land,
· NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual agree-
ment, covenants, and conditions contained herein and other good
and valuable consideration, it is agreed as follows:
The City grants to Chapman a permit to install a sprin-
kling system on the easterly 30 feet of the public
right-of-way known as Commerce Boulevard adjacent to
their building. This permit is created with the
express understanding that Chapman shall hold the City
harmless from any and all liability or obligation and
that the sprinkling system may be constructed only in
those areas marked on the attached Exhibit A in yellow.
Any damage to the existing storm sewer pipes caused by
Chapman shall be repaired at the sole cost and expense
of Chapman.
Construction work on the sprinkling system authorized
by this permit shall be completed on or before
, unless an extension of
time is granted by the City.
This permit is permissive only. No liability shall be
imposed upon or incurred upon the City of Mound or any
of its officers, agents, or employees, officially or
personally, on account of the granting hereof or on the
account of any damage to any person or property result-
ing from any act or omission of the permittee or any of
its agents, employees, or contractors relating to the
matter hereunder. This permit shall not be construed
as ·stopping or limiting any claim or right of action
by any person other that the city against Chapman, its
agents, employees or contractors, for.any damage or in-
jury resulting from any act or omission, not shall it
estop or limit any legitimate claim or right of action
by the City against Chapman, its agents, employees, or
contractors, for violation of or failure to comply with
this permit 'or. any covenants contained'herein.
Chapman shall maintain the sprinkling system in a
stable and safe condition and any time that the City
finds that the project is subject to instability or is
creating a. public nuisance or has.fallen into a state
of disrepair, the City shall order Chapman to repair or
remove the system within a specified time, and Chapman
agrees to do so at their sole expense and to place the
area in as good or better condition than they take it
for their use.
6. The City shall have the right to terminate this permit
at any time for any reason and without cause upon siX
months written notice to Chapman or its successor·
Chapman shall' at all times keep the City advised as to
the owners of the building and who is responsible for
maintaining and repairinq the sprinkler s~stem. .~,
CHAPMAN DEVELOPMENT [ / kT~/~..x ~d .,~ Its May .r ~2 __
~~, · ~ -~-., ~
Its Its City Manager
577
2
PERMIT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered this day of
, 1989, by and between the city of Mound,
hereinafter referred to as the City, and Chapman Development,
hereinafter referred to as Chapman.
WHERE~S, the City has a public street in place which is
known as Chapman Place (Commerce Boulevard) and runs generally
north/northwesterly from Lake Minnetonka and a boat ramp out to
Bartlett Boulevard, and
WHEREAS, lying easterly of the improve bituminous
paving is an area of land which is subject to a public easement
and is used for parking and driveways to the Chapman Building and
Chapman parking places, and located in said area are two shallow
storm sewer pipes running generally north/northwesterly from the
lake and adjacent to the building, and
WHEREAS, Chapman desires to install a sprinkling system
to sprinkle their landscaping on their own property as well as
grass or landscaped areas which are subject to a public easement
and have asked the City for a permit to install a sprinkling sys-
tem within the public easement area lying generally 30 feet
westerly of ~hapman Place, and
WHEREAS, the City has no objection to the installation
of the sprinkling system and the effort on the part of Chapman to
have aesthetically pleasing landscaping both on their own
property and on the property subject to a City easement which is
adjacent to the property, and
WHEREAS, the City is concerned that nothing be done
which would adversely affect the City's parking facilities or the
storm drainage utilities located in this area, and further have
advised Chapman that if there is any problem with the storm sewer
pipes or other public facilities located in such area, the City
would have to tear up these lines and would not be responsible to
Chapman for any costs to repair or replace the sprinkling system
which they may place on this land,
· NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual agree-
ment, covenants, and conditions contained herein and other good
and valuable consideration, it is agreed as follows:
The City grants to Chapman a permit to install a sprin-
kling system on the easterly 30 fe~t of the public
right-of-way known as Commerce Boulevard adjacent to
their building. This permit is created with the
express understanding that Chapman shall hold the City
harmless from any and all liability or obligation and
that the sprinkling system may be constructed only in
those areas 'marked on the attached Exhibit A in yellow.
1
So
e
Any damage to the existing storm sewer pipes caused by
Chapman shall be repaired at the sole cost and expense
of Chapman.
Construction work on the sprinkling system authorized
by this permit shall be completed on or before
, unless an extension of
time is granted by the City.
This permit is permissive only. No liability shall be
imposed upon or incurred upon the City of Mound or any
of its officers, agents, or employees, officially or
personally, on account of the granting hereof or on the
account of any damage to any person or property result-
ing from any act or omission of the permittee or any of
its agents, employees, or contractors relating to the
matter hereunder. This permit shall not be construed
as estopping or limiting any claim or right of action
by any person other that the City against Chapman, its
agents, employees or contractors, for any damage or in-
jury resulting from any act or omission, not shall it
estop or limit any legitimate claim or right of action
by the City against Chapman, its agents, employees, or
contractors, for violation of or failure to comply with
this permit 'or. any covenants contained-herein.
Chapman shall maintain the sprinkling system in a
stable and safe condition and any time that the City
finds that the project is subject to instability or is
creating a. public nuisance or has.fallen into a state
of disrepair, the City shall order Chapman to repair or
remove the system within a specified time, and Chapman
agrees to do so at their sole expense and to place the
area in as good or better condition than they take it
for their use.
The City shall have the right to terminate this permit
at any time for any reason and without cause upon six
months written notice to Chapman or its successor.
Chapman shall' at all times keep the City advised as to
the owners of the building and who is responsible for
maintaining and repairing the sprinkler system.
CITY OF MOUND
CHAPMAN DEVELOPMENT
By.
Its Mayor
By.
Its
By~
Its City Manager
A. THOMAS WURST, P.A.
CURTIS A. PEARSON, P.A.
~JAMES D. I-ARSON, P.A,
TNOM.&.S F. UNDERWOOD, '~.A.
CRAIG M. ME;RTZ
ROGER .J. FELLOWS
LAW OI~I~ICE$
WURST, PEARSON, LARSON, UNDERWOOD & ME:RTZ
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA .~-~40:~
,January 25, 1989
Mr. Ed Shukle, City Manager
City of Mound
5341 Maywood Road
Mound, MN 55364
Re:
Chapman Place - Sprinkling System -
Permit
Dear Ed:
Pursuant to your letter of January 18, 1989, 'I have
drafted a Permit Agreement between the City and Chapman
Development:
Is Chapman Development the correct name? Is it a cor-
poration or a partnership? Do you have a copy of the shaded
map. as prepared by John Cameron? It should be attached as
Exhibi~ A. I am sending a copy of this to John Cameron for
bis review so if I have overlooked anything, you or John can
call me and we will rerun the agreement.
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Enclosure
cc: Mr. John Cameron
CITY of MOUND
5341 MAYWOOD ROAD
MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364
(612) 472-1155
January 18, 1989
Mr. Curt Pearson
1100 First Bank Place West
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Dear Curt:
On October 18, 1988, I wrote you a letter regarding a request
from Chapman Place. Mr. Charles Stanisich had requested that
Chapman Development be Ell.owed to locate an underground sprlokl~r
system on park property that abutts the Chapman Place project. I
sent you a map showing the area in question and where the
sprinkler system would be located. We discussed this on the
phone subsequent [o.'my letter..and decided that some kind of a'
lease agreement would be necessary in order for Chapman Place to
use this area.
Since spring is approaching and they will. be contacting me again
soon regarding the request, I.asked John Canleron to redraw a map
showing the area and to indicate what some requirements would be.
Enclosed is a note from John along with a copy of the site plan.
He indicates that he does not see a problem with them putting in
a sprinkler system, but we need to have the City protected. I
would suggest that .within a lease agreem'ent we would have to
cover such things as utility easements, insurance, the City be
held harmless from any injury caused by the sprinkler system,
etc. Please review this matter and prepare a lease agreement
that we could send to the Chapman Place representative. I look
forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Edward J. Shukle, Jr.
City Manager
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CITY of MOUND
October 18, 1988
5341 MAYWOOD ROAD
MOUND, MINNESOTA 5536~
(612) 472-1155
Mr. Curt Pearson
1100 First Bank Place West
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Dear Curt:"
I have been contacted by Mr. Charles J. Stanisich, who is a
resident at Chapman Place. Mr. Stanisich has asked me if the
Chapman Development could locate an underground sprinkler system
on City property that abuts the Chapman Place project. Enclosed
.is a copy of the area in question. I have highlighted in yellow
the area that is City owned property. Apparently, there has been
some misunderstanding in terms of maintenance of the area. Mr.
Stahisich 'has said that the Chapman Place development, which has
gone., under some recent ownership changes, is interested in
maintaining the area by having an underground sprinkling system.
M.y question to you is can we allow private property owners to
locate underground sprinkling systems on public property? Can we
give them an easement? Please advise me as to how we can
proceed. Chapman Place is looking to do something in the spring
of t989.
Sincerely,
Ed . Shuk!e, Jr.
City Manager
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A T~OC',4A.S WURST, P.A.
CURTIS A. PEARSON. P.A.
· ,.JAMES ID. I--ARSON, P.A.
THOMAS F. UNDERWOOD,
CRAIG M. M£RTZ
ROGER ,,,,J. FELLOWS
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WURST, PEARSON, LARSON, UNDERWOOD & MERTZ
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IIOO FIRST BANK PLACE WEST
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55402
February 20, 1989
Ms. Jan Bertrand
Building Official
City of Mound
5341 Maywood Road
Mound, b~ 55364
Re:
Proposed Section 311 of the City
Code - Mechanical and Gas Piping
Dear Jan:
This will acknowledge receipt of your memorandum of February
7, 1989. I have reviewe, d you~ proposed ordinance and have put
it in.the ordinance form. I have made some minor corrections
~ in wording and. with numbers. I have also added a proposed section
which would add a subsection to 520:00 of the City Code setting
the~fee I presume there is.~no current fee arrangement. If
upon re~iew you find the ordinahce to be in order, you can add
in to the proposal the fees you wish to include in Section 520
and the matter can go to the Council for their consideration.
· Very"truly_yo~s, :
~ ~Z~A ~Ve~a~s on
City Attorney
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Enclosure
553
Ordinance No.
AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 311 TO THE CITY CODE
RELATING TO MECHANICAL AND GAS PIPING REGULATIONS
AND ADDING SECTION 520:00, SUBSECTION (i) RELATING
TO FEES FOR SAID PERMITS AND REGISTRATION
The City of Mound Does Ordain:
Section 311 is hereby added to the City Code and shall read as
follows:
Section 311 - Mechanical and Gas Pipinq Permits
and Reqistration of Contractors; Inspections
Section.311:00. Permit Required, Fees. It is unlawful for any person to
perform any work on mechanical systems, including gas piping, of a building
regulated by this Code without first having obtained a permit and paid the
fees required in Chapter 5. Permits required by this.section may be issued
only to persons duly li~ehsed as mechanical contractors by the City of
Minneapolis, Minnetonka, Bloomington, or some other.licensing authority
which is deemed equal by the Administrative Authority.
Section 311:05. Mechanical contractor's Licens.e,.Reqistration, Fee, and
Bond. Each person, firm, or corporation doing mechanical or gas piping
installation, repair, or connection for hire within this City, shall have a
current license as mechanical contractor from the City of Minneapolis,
Minnetonka, Bloomington, or from some other licensing authority which is
deemed equal by the Administrative Authority, and shall first apply to the
City for the registration with the City of such license, and shall pay the
following registration fee and shall file with the City Clerk the following
bond, insurance, and other requirements:
Subd. 1. Reqistration Fee. The annual fee for such registration
shall be as set by the Council in Section 520:00 and each
registration shall terminate on January 1, next after issuance.
Registration shall not be transferable. Where the term of the
registration is less than a year, the fee shall be prorated with a
minimum as set by the Council in Section 520:00.
Subd. 2. Bond. The applicant for registration shall file a bond
in the amount of $2,000 in favor of the City of Mound and of the
public in the form prescribed by the City conditioned upon the
faithful' performance of his work under such license and
registration and conditioned upon his compliance with these
ordinances, and further conditioned that the City will be saved
harmless from any loss, damage, cost, or expense by reason of
improper or inadequate performance for noncompliance with terms of
this Section 311 by the registrant or his or her agents or
employees.
Subd. 3. Certificate ~f Insurance. The' applicant for
registration shall also file a certificate of insu.rance or copies
of public liability and property damage insurance policies
containing a provision that they shall not be cancelled without 10
days written notice to the City Clerk, showing coverage of not less
than $200,000 for injuries, including accidental death to any one
person and subject to the same limits for each person in the amount
of not less than $600,000 on account of any one accident, and
property damage insurance in the amount of not less than $50,000.
Subd. 4. Reqistration of License Required. No person shall do
any mechanical, heating, ventilation, or gas piping work for hire
within the City without having first secured the registration of
said license and having posted a bond and a certificate of
insurance as required herein.
Subd. 5. Status of Employees of License ~older. No such
registrant shall permit any person other than its bona fide
employees to perform such work under such license and
registration.
Subd. 6. Expiration Qf Reqistration. Each such registration as
provided hereunder shaI1 expire annually on December 31st.
'Section 311:10. Revocation. Any registration or permit granted under
this Section 311 may be revoked for cause by the City Council.
Section 311:15. Contractor's Responsibility. The building con-
tractor(s) or owner shall notify the Building Department of the name and
address of the mechanical contractor(s) doing work for each residence and
such contractor(s) shall be held responsible for observance of this Code.
In cases where the building contractor or owner fails to supply ~he Building
Department with the names and addresses of.thOse doing the mechanical work,
the builder and/or owner shall be responsible for the proper installation
of such work.
Section 311:20. Contractor's Responsibility in Cases of Commercial,
Industrial,' and' Public Buildinqs. For all public buildings and all
commercial or industrial buildings with a floor area of more than 2,000
square feet,.the mechanical contractor shall take out the mechanical permit
for heating, gas piping, ventilation, refrigeration, and air conditioning.
Section 311:25. Notification for Inspection., Responsibility. It shall
be the responsibility of the person who does the mechanical work to notify
the Building Inspection Department 24 working hours in adva~e of the time
that the job is ready for inspection (based on an 8 hour working day).
Section 311:30. Additional Inspection, Charqes. If any violation of
this Section 311 continues for more than ten (10) days after written
notification of such violation, the mechanical contractor and/or employee
shall pay an additional fee as set by the Council in Section 520:00 for eac~
inspection made necessary by such violation. The application of the above
shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions,
nor to prohibit the enforcement of the penalties as prescribed under
Section 300 of this Code.
Section 520:00 is amended by adding Subsection (i) which shall read
as follows:
Subd. Code
No. Section
i. 1 311:05
Type of License
Mechanical & Gas Piping
Contractor Registration
Conditions
and Terms Amount
Annual $15.00
Mayo r
Attest
City Clerk
Adopted by City Council
Published in Official Newspaper
CITY of
MOUND
53~.1 MAYWOOD ROAD
MOUND, MINNESOTA 5536.4
(612) 472-1155
February 15, 1989
Mr. John Bierbaum
President
JRW Properties, Inc.
88 South 6th Street
Suite 925
Minneapolis, MN 55402-1196
Dear John:
The. Central Business District parking committee has met since we
received your letter dated October 24, 1988. Your letter of that
date requested that Commerce,Place be excluded,from the Central
Business District parking program in Mound. The CBD committee
-'understands your position and agrees that the City Council should
allow you to be removed from the District. However, it believes
th'at the .City still provides some basic services which you'
benefit:directly from, i.e., C£ty of Mound .installs, maintains
and removes some of the Christmas decorations that are located on
your property. This involves approximately 35 man hours plus
equipment and supplies. We believe that Commerce Place is still
part of the downtown business district and benefit from these
decorations. Therefore, we are suggesting that you contribute
$500 to the Christmas decoration fund annually.
I will place your requ~est for removal from the CBD parking
district on the. City Council agenda for February, 28, 1989. i am
confident .that' the City Council will accept the recommendation
of the parking committee. We appreciate your participation in
this progmam over the last 2-3 years. We appreciate having you
in our Ci[y and want to continue our good relationship.
If you have any questions, please contact me.
Sincerely;
Edward ( Shuk!e, Jr
City Hanager
CC:
John Norman, Finance Director
CBD Committee
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JOHN F. BLERBAUl~
88 SOUTH SIXTH STREET
SUITE 925
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55402-11
(6[?.) 338-3888
October 24, 1988
Mr. Edward J. Shukle, Jr.
City Manager
City of Mound
5341 Maywood Road
Mound, Minnesota 55364
Dear Ed,
I am writing to formaIly req~.est that Commerce ~lace be excluded
from the Central Business District in Mound. As you know, we
perform on our own account, most of the services rendered by the
Central Business District. Accordingly, the assessment for the
Central Business District is an unnecessary expense for our
tenants-and they support withdrawal from the Central Business
District.
Very truly yours,
/~WPROPERTIES, INC.
John F. Bierbaum, President
JFB/mek
cc:
Douglas A. Stark
Frank Hancuch
Ken Rom/~ess
Vern and Shirley Andersen
Jane Hageman
Dr. Craig. Brandenburg
G. A. Kaiser
SUITE 9Z5
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55402-1796
(612) 338-3888
September 20, 1988
The City Council and the City Clerk of
The City of Mound
5341 Maywood Road
Mound, Minnesota 55364
SUBJECT: Proposed Assessment for CBD Parking Maintenance - i9S$
We have your notice of the hearing to be held on September 27,
1988, to consider objections to the proposed CBD Parking
Maintenance - 1988 Assessment. This letter constitutes our
written objection to the proposed assessment as it relates to the
property of JRW Properties, Inc. ("JRW"), which is identified' on
the 1988 CBD Assessment Roll as parcel 13-117-2~ 33 0074,
"Commerce Place". The amount' of the proposed assessment on our
.property is $2,344.88.
On.behalf of JRW .Properties., Inc., and the tenants of the
property, we strongly objeCt'tO-the amount of assessment. As the
Council knows, JRW has its own off-street parking with sufficient
capacity to fully serve its customers and employees. As the
assessment roll reflects, there are 0.0 parking spaces provided
for the benefit of JRW. Nevertheless, the property is to be
assessed $2,344.88. This amount represents 10.4% of the total
assessment.
To charge the property 10.4% of the total assessment when JRW has
no additional parking needs is grossly unfair, unreasonable,
arbitrary and capricious. The assessment'roll reflects that there
are five Other property owners who, like JRW, do not have any
additional parking needs. The maximum amount of assessment for
these five' other property owners is $!06.92, or less than one-half
of 1% of the total assessment.
In reviewing 'the assessment roll, it appears that a great portion
· of the assessment amount is attributed to the JRW Property because
the formula for spreading the assessment takes.into account the
"market value" of the property (presumably as established by the
assessor). We.object to this method of spreading assessments for
several reasons. First, although we recognize that the JRW
property is.subject to an assessment agreement with a stated
agreed value, the market value attributed to the JRW property is
Septem~ber 20, 1988
The City Council and the City Clerk of
The City of Mound
5341 Maywood Road
Mound, Minnesota 55364
Page Two
excessive in view of the lower than market values attributed to
the other properties, and is therefore an improper amount upon
which to spread assessments. Secondly, and more important, the
use of market value of the assessed properties for purposes of
spreading the assessment is totally without rational basis, and
therefore is illegal. Whether the property is worth $4,500,000 or
$10, the benefit which the property derives from the assessed
improvements is totally unrelated to the under!~ing value of the
property. There is no reasonable relationship between the
.assessment and. the value of the benefit to the 'JRW Property.
Accordingly, it appears the method of spreading the' assessments is
unfair and illegal. 1 urge the Council to revise the method of
spreading the assessments. If the City Council fails to spread
the assessments in a fair and equitable manner and on a rational
basis which relates to the value of the.benefit received, we will
have no alternative but to appeal this assessment to the District
Court.
Jaw ROB,ERTI , INC.
JFB/mek
CIT ( of MOUND
53.~'~ k'I,~YV/OOD ~'
~6!2i 472-1155
February 6, 1989
TO:
FROM:
RE:
Ed Shukle, City Manager &
Mound City Council
Greg Skinner
Water & Sewer Supt.
1988 Annual Report
Public Utilities for the City of Mound consists of 2 departments. One
being water Distribution and the Other being Sanitary System. First I
would like to start with the Water Distribution system. The Water
Department has 1% full time employees, which consists of a supervisor
and 1 maintenance man. We well water to approximately 3,178 customer~
within the City from 5 city owned wells, booster station, a combined
storage of 575,000 gallons in 3 water towers and approximately 45 miles
of watermain. We are also inlerconnected with the City of Spring Park
for emergeqcy water if needed.
EMPLOYEES
I have been with the City of Mound since 1977. I started out in the
Water Department as a maintenance worker, in 1982 ! became the Utilities
Superintendent. I am responsible for maintaining an annual budget of
approximately $322,000 for 1989~ purchases, scheduling work loads, complaints,
employee evalutions, water inspections for new construction, sight plan
review for new construction and development, watermain and shut off location,
monthly report to State agencies and safety. In addition to my administration
responsibilities. I also perform the same dunies as the maintenance personnel
do in the Water & Sewer Department.
Bob S~anley works full time as a maintenance man. Bob has been with
the City since 1967. Bob~s job consists of daily well inspections,
meter and outside reader installations, repairs and testing. As I have
mentioned earlier we have approximately 3,178 accounts in w~ich Bob
reads 1/3 of these each month. This process takes 10 working days every
month to complete. In addition he handles service calls which consist
of turn-ons, turn-offs, final readings, valve maintenance and repairs,
watermain breaks and occasional snow plowing.
Joyce Nelson is the PuBlic Works Secretary and has been employed by
the City since 1977. Joyce's job is to keep the office running smoothly
and does an excellent job. She handles phone calls, complaints, all
record Reeping (work orders, invoices, reports, inventory reports, monthly
fuel quantities) typing, monthly water samples, she also runs the City's
Recycling Program.
PUBLIC UTILITIES
The Public Utilities are~operated as a business. Revenues are generated
from the sale of water, treatment of waste water, meter sales and service
charges. Salaries and benefits are paid out of the revenue we receive.
The Utility Department works closely with the Building Inspector and
the City Engineer on new construction, new developemnt, otility upgrades
or new installation. This includes site and plan review and inspections
along with discussions with developer.
There are 2 budgets prepared for Public Utilites. 1 for Water and 1 for
Sewer. The Water Department has an annual budget of approximately $322,000
for 1989. The Sewer Department has an annual budget of approximately $634,000
for 1989. The precent of increase from year to year is small in both budgets
as far as day to day operations go. History has shown that Workman's
Compensation, General Liability Insurance and MWCC have been the big reason
for budget increases. Budgets are prepared by the Utility Superintendent.
The budget then goes to the City Manager for review and approval. Each
budget is then presented to the City Council by the Superintendent, so the
Council may ask any questions in regards to certain expenditures.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency requires that the City of Mound
have at least 1 full time employee with a Class C certificate in Water
Supply System Operation. The City is also required by the PCA to 'have
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1 person with a Class D certificate in Wastewater Treatment. Each person
in the Water & Sewer Department has a certificate in either water or sewer
or in both. The certifcates have to be renewed every 3 years. Each
employee is sent to schools at least every 3 years, in addition they are
sent to various 1 or 2 schools, conferences and conventions. The purpose
of this is to learn new up to date methods of maintenance, changes in
laws and safety procedures.
During the 1989 Bodget process I requested an additional employee for
the Water Department. This was presented to the City Manager, City Council
and approved by both. Tt~ YOU. There were close to 200 applications
sent out for this new position. We narrowed the list to 8 applicants.
Interviews were then set up. We decided to hire Pat Cheney for the position.
Pat has worked for the City on a part-time basis since 1984 in the Parks
Department. Pat brings with him a good understanding and knowledge of how
the City operates. Pat started full time on January 3, 1989.
There were a few projects this year that took up most of our time. The
first and most important one was the new 19,000 square feet building
construction started in April. A ~few-gremlins showed up right away.
The underground fuel tank contaminated the soil which had to be dried out
on site. This created a problem because it was always in the way. Another
problem was the soil condition along the south side. When digging th~
footings the walls would keep collapsing. This was taken care of by dumping
yards and yards of concrete in a matter of minutes after the hole was dug.
Some of the footings along the southside are as deep as 20'. After that
things went pretty smooth until it came time to install the garage doors.
Spring Valley Door Co. had the bid, they were always late (if they showed
at all) and'did a very poor job of installing the doors. At this time we
are still in the process of having 8 doors repaired to meet our satisfaction.
Some of the new equipment we received in the new building has helped
considerably. The new hoist for the big dumps enables us. to do more maintenance
ourselves. The exhaust system means we can work without dangerous gases
in the air, the drain system in the floors has reduced the risks of using
electrical tools. The overhead dispensing of petroleum products and the
underground waste oil tank~ has helped considerably.
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The new facility has made our jobs safer and more efficient, i would like
to t::ank the City Manager, City Council, employees and the citizens of
~lound for all the hard work and time that was put into this project and
it ' S stlccess.
The County Road 15 project went smooth for the Water Department. New 8" water-
main was installed Fairview Lane east to Fernside Lane. A total of 1,342
feet of 8" ductile pipe was installed with 3 new services added and 1 fire
hydrant, in addition 4 new gate valves were installed.
The watermain and manhole that is interconnected with Spring Park was
upgraded. One nice feature is that we do not have to go into the manhole
to turn on the main anymore. This is a great safetly feature.
In 1988 we pumped 337,422,000 gallons of water. This compares to 297,926,000
gallons for 1987. This is an increase of 13.3% or 39,493,000 gallons over
1987. With this increase i~ water pumped the wells weathered it reall'y gobd.
Well #7 did the bulk of the pumping. The only repair was a top bearing in
the motor for Well #7. I am pu.lling Well #7 down for an inspection in 1989
due to the amount of pumping time it had in 1988.
The unaccountable water for 1988 was 7.5%. This consists of water lost to
main breaks, fires, hydrant flushing, street sweeping, sewerline and wet
well maintenance.
There was a few proposed law changes regarding water treatment and testing
for 1988. One was the level of lead contamination in drinking water. The
problem I see with this is the work ability and operating costs if this
proposal is passed.
The second p~:ooosal is on fundinR for publ=c water_suoolv monitoring.
This consists of testing fo~ 83 contaminants -'nstead of 22 that
are now taken yearly. Cost of this increase sampling ranges from $830 and as
high as $3,500 annually.
As I have stated these are only proposals. At this time an>' changes that
come from these proposals will be discussed wbcn we rccciv~ them.
1988 produced 17 watermain breaks. All but one were routine. The break
on Commerce Blvd. in front of thc bank will ¢ogt arount $20,000 to $25,00
fo~- road r~,pair.
The budget for 1988 looks like we should end up with 95% spent. This is
excluding the $55,000 that was charged to the budget for the County Road
15 project.
SE~ER DEPARTMENT
The Sewer Department has 2~ full time employees.
Damon Hardina has been with the City Sewer Department since 1974. Scott
Kivisto has been with the City Sewer Department since 1985.
Their duties consist of maintaining 29 lift stations and approximately
60 miles of sanitary sewer line 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 as pump removal, seal replacement and
electrical repairs. Any major pump repair is sent out. The~Sewer Department
has a truck with a crane so we can pull the pumps. We also clean the
sewer lines in' the summer. We hav~ 1 water tanker with a jet cleaner
and 1 sewer rodder to perform this cleaning. The men also help on watermain
breaks and with Snow plowing.
My responsibilities for the Sewer Department are pretty much the same as
for the Water Department, except the anuual budget is approximately $634=000
for 1989, with MWCC receiving $375,000.
1988 for the Sewer Department was like last year. Lots of repairs and maintenance.
As you may or may not know the City has 29 lift stations. These lifts date
back to 1964 when the City S~wer was installed thru out Mound. Each year
these lifts are c~osting us more to maintain. John Cameron, the City's
engineer, and I have come up with a cost estimate for upgrading the lift
stations. ~ have presented to the City Manager a proposal for upgrading
the cities remaining 24 lift stations. This proposal will be presented
to the council ~during the 1990 budget process.
Outside pump repair was the same as 1987. We sent 6 pumps out for major
repairs. In house pump repairs were up considerably for 1988. We had
10 pumps (some twice) down for seal repairs. We had 1 holding tank in one
of our ejector stations that the bottom of the tank just rusted completely
away. This took 2 days tO repair because all the work had to be done inside
the station.
This years sewer line maintenance cleaning totaled 25,000 feet. This is
still short of what i would like, but it is alittle more than last year.
We had to relay 200' of 10" cast iron pipe at Langdon Lane this summer. We
had a back-up there this Spring, so after we cleaned the line we had it
televised. We found it greased lined and with a back pitch on it. Widmers
got the bid to do the project. After exposing the line we found that we
would have to relay an additional 100' to obtain the correct amount of
slope. Seems to be working fine now.
Manhole repairs were less for 1988. We repaired 15 leaking manholes and
raised 18 up to grade.
There were 9 sewer line back-ups for 1988.
As most of you are aware of the Confine Space Entry Law took affect in the
Spring of 1988. We do ha~e a Confined Space Entry Policy] This has been
given to each employee in the Sewer and Water Department. It explains the
procredure for entering, testing air quality and ~afety equipment that is
needed before entering into a confined space.
The budget for 1988 was $649,640, of this only 88.0% was used.
CITY of MOUND
534! MAYWOOD ROAD
MOUND. M;NNESOTA 55364
(612) 472-1155
January 30, 1989
TO:
MAYOR
CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY CLERK
SUBJECT: 1988 ANNUAL REPORT
Personnel Roster:
Francene C..Clark/Leisinger, City Clerk - 8-10-81
Linda Strong, Secretary/Receptionist - 8-5-85
Linda and I report directly to the City Manager. The City
Manager and I share Linda's time. She is the receptioniSt first.
Ed has her doing secretarial duties and I have her helping me and
training to be a Deputy Clerk. Linda is in her third and final
year in the Minnesota Clerks' Institute program. This is a 100
hour course put on by the University of Minnesota Continuing
Education.
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RECORDING OF COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
There were 24 regular City Council Meetings in 1988. In addition
there were $ Special Council Meetings including the following: 1
Election Canvassing Board, the Local Board of Review and 1 Spe-
cial Budget Hearing. That totals 31 meetings. From these meet-
ings 200 pages of minutes were generated for Council review and
approval. Agendas are prepared by the City Manager. I then in-
put the Agenda into the computer. The Agenda material is then
put in order, attached, and numbered. Linda then runs the pack-
ets on the Xerox, punches holes and directs the packets to the
proper people. We send agendas to all people who have items on
the agenda, highlighting the item pertaining to them.
After the Council Meetings there are items that need to be fol-
lowed up, such as contracts signed and sent to the proper people,.
· directiVes from' the Council-that need to be attended to and
routine items that need to be resolved. These items many times
are 4 to 6 ho~rs of work after a meeting. That does not include
preparation of the minutes and the resolutions.
MAINTENANCE OF ORDINANCE BOOK
An ordinance is a law of local application, enacted by the City
Council,. which prescribes a general and permanent rule for per-
sons. or things within the City. This is distinguished from other
types of regulations or actions which are undertaken by resolu-
tion or 'motion. Resolutions or motions generally regulate ad-
ministrative or temporary actions as opposed ~o a permanent law.
An ordinance becomes effective upon its adoption by the City
Council and publication in the official newspaper. Therefore, as
soon after a Council meeting as possible, ordinances are pub-
lished. After publishing, the new ordinance has to be integrated
into the ordinance book in the correct area.
There were 11 new ordinances adoDted since the recodification.
#10-1988 An Ordinance Adding Section 255 to the City Code
Creating a Park Advisory Commission and Estab-
lishing its Duties.
~11-1988 An Ordinance Amending Section 810:05, Subd. 3 of
the City Code Relating to Temporary On-Sale Beer
Licenses.
#12-1988 An Ordinance Amending Section 456:80, Subd. 2 of
the C~ty Code Deleting the Requirement that' the
Pound Keeper Post Notices of Impoundment.
#13-1988 An Ordinance kdding Section 700:11 to the City
Code Requiring Traffic to Stop Before Crossing
Sidewalks and Regulating the Operation of Vehicles
or Devices on City Sidewalks.
~14-1988
An Ordinance Amending Section 23.635.3 of the
Mound Code of Ordinances to Allow Institutions and
Non-Profit Corporations of a Religious, Health,
Educational, Eleemosynary or Philanthropic Nature
by Conditional Use Permit in the B-3 Zoning Dis-
trict.
#15-1988
An Ordinance Amending Chapter 13-A (Appendix G) of
the Mound City Code Relating to Cable Communica-
tion Franchise Ordinance.
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~16-1988 An Ordinance Amending the Mound City Code by Ad-
ding Section 920:15 Regulating Noise in Residen-
tial Areas.
~17-1988 An Ordinance Amending Chapter V of the Mound City
Code Section 510:40, Subd. 2 & 6; Section 520:00,
subd. 1 a (1), Subd. 1 A (2), Subd. 1 f, Subd. 1
g, Subd. 3, Relating to Fees.
~18-1988 An Ordinance Amending Section 510.00, subd. 2, of
the Mound Code of Ordinances Relating to Dock
Fees.
#19-1988 An O£dinance'Amending Appendix B, Sectioh 23.415
(4) g, of the City Code Relating to Fences.
#20'1988 An Ordinance A~ending Section~365:05, Subd. 8 of
the City Code Relating to Violations of the Sign
Ordinance.
MAINTENANCE OF RESOLUTION BOOK
A resolution is somewhere between a motion and an ordinance. A
resolution deals with matter of a special, administrative or tem-
porary n~ture and is put in resolution form because of its impor-
tance or length. In 1988, the City Council adopted 194 resolu-
tions. These are all composed, typed, signed and kept in resolu-
tion books. Each resolution is then categorized and indexed by
subject and number in order to make them e&sier to find at a
later date. .Copies of the resolutions are given to the various
departments when they pertain to their area. I also certify
resolutions to be recorded at Hennepin County if required.
ELECTIONS
The City Clerk must administer all elections for national, state
and county as well as city offices and special city elections.
The State Statutes governing the election process are Chapter 200
through 210 and Chapter 412. On the surface these statutes
describe the procedural steps, however, they do not describe the
election process in logical step sequence. Election laws are
constantly being revised by the state legislature and through
court rulings so it is necessary to stay on top of all changes.
I am 'one of 11 City Clerks chosen to serve on the Hennepin County
Elections and Voter Registration Coordinating Committee. It is
comprised of clerks ~iving good city representation of the county
based on experience, the size of the municipalities and the types
of election system used. This Committee deals with new legisla~
tion affecting elections and voter registration.
Pre,planning is the key to holding a properly organized and well
conducted election.
We received the new equipment in June of 1988. Linda and I spent
one entire day conducting the acceptance tests required by the
Secretary of State's Office. After that the manufacturer made
some 'changes in the software and chips were replaced in the
machines. There was another day session on trouble shooting the
machines. They had the maChines in various states of trouble and
we had to figure out what was wrong with them and how to correct
the problems.
The following is a synopsis of some of the procedures that were
done for the Primary and General elections that were held Septem-
ber 13th and November 8th. 1988 was a Presidential election
year and also the first time we used %he optical scan equipment.
Preparation of an election calendar is essential giving
actual dates when duties must be performed to meet
legal requirements.
Legal notices must be drafted in preparation for timely
publication and posting.
Making sure there are absentee voting materials, voter
registration supplies, election day supplies, ballots,
and ascertaining whether election day equipment, such
as voting booths and ballot boxes are in a good state
of repair.
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Polling places mu~t be designated by the City Council.
I make all necessary arrangements for the use of these
facilities. Each polling place must meet the standards.
of accessibility for the elderly and the physically
handicapped.
Election judges have to be located. This can be a very
trying task because the pay is so low and the hours so
long. There must be "party balance" in each precinct
and this sometimes becomes ~a problem because some
judges do not want to be moved from their home
precinct.
The law states that there must be a minimum of 1 judge
for every 150 registered voters in a precinct. The
count in each precinct, at 7:00 A.M[ on the day of the
General Election was as follows:
Precinct Mi - Mount Olive -
Precinct #2 - Indian Knoll Manor -
Precinct 03 - Island Park Hall -
559 voters
534 voters
1,612 voters
Precinct ~4 - Seahorse Rec. Bldg. -
Precinct #5 - The Depot -
Precinct #6 - Library -
886 voters
1,083 voters
761 voters
The rule of 1 judge for each 150 registered voters is
not applicable because there must be a judge for each
of the following procedures:
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One judge to act as a greeter (determine if
the voter is registered or not and directs to
the proper line).
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Two judges to handle the computer print-out
6f-registered voters.
c. A demonstration judge.
d. A judge to hand out the ballots.
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A judge to be near the vote tabulator to
watch for error messages and assist voters.
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one or two judges .to be in charge of new
voter registrations.
The law requires that election judges for all elections
be trained by a City Clerk, this also includes school
elections. We have a basic course, a review course and
an emergency course. This year the training course
changed significantly because of the changes in proce-
dures using the new equipment. The judges had to be
trained to have some working knowledge of the vote
tabulators, problems that might arise, error messages
given by the tabulator, and ways to correct problems.
A video tape was produced to help in training the
judges on the changes in procedures and workings of the
new equipment.
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Hennepin County does the programming for the prom pack
(memory pack) that is inserted in each machine. We
have two for each machine. One is for back-up in case
there are problems with the other. Both prom packs for
each machine are tested in each machine with a test
deck of official ballots marked so that it appears
there were different situations in voting, i.e. under-
votes, overvotes, blank ballots, crossovers (primary
only), etc. A master sheet showing the variations in
votes must~be done. The results are'then compared.with
the machine count to determine if the machine is count-
ing accurately. This is very time consuming.
Applications for Absentee Ballots are obtained from
City' Hall or the County and sent to the City or the
County to be filled. The ballots are then Sent from
city Hall or the County to the applicant or are picked
up at City Hall or the County. The voter then casts
his/her ballot and returns the sealed~envelope either
in person Or bY mailing it. These ballots are then
held unopened until election day.
City Hall is open for absentee balloting the Saturday
before an election from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. and on
the Monday before election until 7:30 P.M.
10.
The Monday before the Tuesday election is when each
precinct must be set up (all voting booths and miscel-
laneous sUpplies) and keys must 'be obtained for the
various precincts. The locked ballot boxes with the
vote tabulators (the memory packs are sealed in the
tabulators to insure they have not been tampered with)
and blank ballots inside (these are also sealed in
boxes) are delivered to the precincts. The Election
Precinct Chairperson picks up the remaining precinct
supplies (forms to be filled out, envelopes each form
must be in, etc.) on Monday night.
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Election day arrives for Linda and I at 5:30 A.M. I
spend most of the morning monitoring each precinct to
be sure everything is running smoothly, answering any
questions that come up and straightening out any
problems that arise. Linda takes care of any phone
questions "from the public on precinct locations, 'etc.
This year we had a technician from the manufacturer of
the equipment at our City Hall to handle any problems
with the.machines in Mound or surrounding communities.
12.
This year with the new equipment all absentee ballots
were counted on the equipment in the precincts. During
the primary there were 38 absentee ballots and during
the general there were 263 absentee ballots. We had a
team of judges at City Hall trained to review the ap-
plications and ballot envelopes to determine if the
ballot was rejected or accepted based on the complete-
ness of the required information. After that process
was complete, the ballots in the ballot envelopes were
Sent out to each precinct to be opened and run thru the
machine at the close of the polls.
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After the polls close, the judges check and verify the
seal numbers on the memory pack to be sure it is the
same as it was opening the polls. They then take the
"A" (answer key) key, insert it in the vote tabulator
and turn it. The vote tabulator will not accept any
more ballots. A printout of vote totals will then
begin. This is the Official Results Tape. It contains
the zero tape from the beginning of the day, any mes-
sages, and the total votes for each candidate or ques-
tion.
Mound historically is a real voting town. In the General Elec-
tion 88% of the registered voters voted. I am attaching a
general analysis of the Primary and General elections for your
review.
This year with the new equipment, we had all precincts report in
by phone with their ~otals by 8:25 P.M. That,'though, is'not the
end of the day because the judges must bring certain supplies and
items back to City Hall some of which .goes to 'Hennepin County
that night.
There are man~ more clerical tasks than mentioned above that have
to be done for an election, but as you can see it is a very time
consuming job that requires accuracy and efficiency to run
properly. By the time election day is over, Linda and I usually
have put in 16-20 hours each.
The day.after the election is getting the resolution and forms
ready for the Canvassing Meeting. The City Canvassing Board
(City Council) only canvasses City elections and special city
elections.
There were 1273 new voter registrations in 1988. These cards are
sent to Hennepin County to be put on their computer, given a
Voter Identification Number and a mailed notice is sent to each
new registrant to verify their residence. When the cards are
returned, Linda has to check each card against the computer list
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to be certain Hennepin County has inputted the proper informa-
tion. She then numbers each card with the voter identification
number, assigned by the County, and file~ the~ alphabetically.
In 1988, there were 10,500. voter registration transactions
processed by Hennepin County for the City of Mound. Some of
these originate here, some in other municipalities and some at
Hennepin County. This is 9348 transactions over 1987 which was
not a general election year. The comparison is as follows:
1987 1988
Additions
Data Change
Name Change
Out of County - Deletes
Transfers (People who
moved within the County)
Deceased 'Persons
Moved Deletes
Complete Deletes
Date Last Voted Updates
124
38
73
53
82
26
77
6
673
1,273
306
294
139
682
16
253
13
7,524
TOTAL 1,152 10,500
In 1988, the Optical Scan Implementation Committee continued to
work on election judge training and administrative procedures.
We have consolidated forms, made instructions simple and
addressed typical election problems. Specifically, the Committee
worked on the following and submitted them to the Secretary of
State's Office:
A plan to standardize the election judges training plan
for all cities;
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Election procedures;
City/county coordination;
Standardized testing procedures;
Programming and ballot printing.
We had a number of meetings before the 1988 elections completing
the above. We will be having more meetings early in 1989 to
identify' equipment and programming changes that will allow the
overall operation to function more efficiently. This work will
continue in 1989.
A vide° for training the voter on the new equipment was aired on
Cable T.V. and used as a public relations tool. The overall
reaction to the new equipment from the public was very positive.
PUBLIC NOTICES
This office arranges for the publication of official and legal
notices for such things as public hearings, changes in meeting
dates for the City Council, ordinances, and any other £tems that
are required by State Statutes or that the Council or City
Manager feel should be in the official newspaper.
Some public'notices (vacating of streets, etc.) must also be
posted in 3 Public places. The Park Dept. handles the posting
and filis out the posting affidavit.
Some bids Come through my office and are advertised according to
State Statute. Some of the specifications fo~ bids for equipment
are laid out and prepared by me with input from the specific
department head requesting the item.
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LICENSES & PERMITS
The City of Mound issued 97 licenses or permits.for 21 different
purposes in 1988. This accounted for approximately $8,610.00 in
revenues. In 1987, I did a comparison of our license/permit fees
with other municipalities. I am planning on doing another com-
parison in 1989. Gayle Burns in the Finance Department spends a
considerable amount of time in the administration of the licenses
and permits, i.e. notices and renewal forms are sent before they
expire; when the renewal application is received it and the in-
surance papers must be gone over to be sure they are correct; the
payment receipt is made out; the names submitted to the Council
for review and approval; the license issued and sent to the ap-
plicant. Then there~are always the applicants' who wait ~ntil the
.last minute or have to be coaxed to get their applications and
fees in before expiration..
PUBLIC INFORMATION
I have found being City Clerk that people expect me to be the lo-
cal expert in everything from utility costs to the legality of
the latest zoning fracas. In attending State and International
conferences I find tha~ most city clerks are used as an informa-
tion source by local citizens. I try to stay informed as to what
is going on in all aspects and departments of the City so that if
I canno~ answer a question for a citizen at least I can direct
them to the proper person for an answer.
What comes along with public infOrmation is research into various
items that people have concerns about such as the following, to
name a few:
a. Several days of research in old minutes and resolutions
looking for things on sewer hook-ups and private lift
stations on private property;
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The property owned by the City on Westedge Blvd.;
Compiling all background information for the
Bond Counsel on the 2 bond issues in 1988.
City's
RECORDS MANAGEHENT
Records Management is a function concerned with the creation,
processing, maintenance, protection, retrieval, retention,
preservation and disposition of records required in the operation
and continuance of city operations. The objective is to save
space, money and time. Storage space in City Hall is a very
limited commodity.
The City owns a microfiche .'recorder (camera),.film processor and
a dry ink reader/printer. We have been using this equipment for
Police records that must be kept and require too much space; for
all °ld 'permanent records "of" the City Council i.e., resolutions,
minutes, etc. We will continue to work at this in 1989.
TAX FORFEIT PROPERTY
In 1988, I dealt with 17 tax forfeit parcels of land.
5 parcels were released to sale to adjoining property
owners;
5 p~rcels were conveyed to the City for park/wetlands,
drainage, or unbuildable;
2 parcels were released for public auction;
5 parcels were reconveyed to the state because they were
temporary construction easements that were not needed any
longer.
Hennepin County notifies us of property within the City that has
gone tax forfeit because of nonpayment of real estate taxes.
They also periodically ask about property we have taken for a
public purpose to insure that we are using it for that public
purpose. The County asks that we inform them .of what we would
like done with the property i.e., allow the parcels to the sold
at public auction; require that they .be sold only to adjoining
property owners if they are undersized or do not meet the zoning
and building codes; or retain them for some public purpose.
There is a considerable amount of research that must be done to
determine what should be done with the property.
The first step is to go to the tax books and get a property
descriPtion. Then the property jacket is pulled and its contents
examined to see if the property was taken for a public purpose or
is a new tax forfeit'parcel. ~ '.
The next step is to figure the square footage of the property and
· look at the current zoning district to determine if it is a buil-
dable lot or not. After all this information is determined, it
is all put on' a sheet, a plat map showing the property is made
and sent to the City Engineer, Park Director, Street Superinten-
dent, Sewer & Water Superintendent, Building Inspection and
Finance Director for their comments and recommendations. Oc-
casionally, an easement is needed for utility purposes; a survey
may be needed to determine if part of the property is in the
wetlands; or there may be reasons for the City to retain the
property.
The Special Assessment Clerk in the Finance Dept. determines if
there are any assessments from before forfeiture or since forfei-
ture that need to be put back on the property. The reason we
need to know assessments before and since forfeiture is that the
City gets 90% of the purchase price to apply to assessments from
before forfeiture. The assessments since forfeiture are added in
their entirety to the appraised value (determined by the Hennepin
County Assessor) of the property. In 1984, the City Council
adopted a resolution (%84-94, copy attached) setting a policy on
assessments placed on undersized tax forfeit property before for-
feiture. This has helped to encourage adjoining property owners
to purchase undersized parcels and combine them with their
property.
In 1987 I completed a card index by Property Identification Num-
ber for the following:
City owned property;
Tax forfeit property that has been retained by the City
for a public purpose;
Tax forfeit' property that falls into the following
categories:
a. Property release for public sale;
b. Property for ~ale only to and combined with ad-
joining property.
Each card has a PID (property identification number), plat and
parcel, legal description, status (what it is, park, wetlands,
tax forfeit, etc.), whose name it is in (State Land Dept. or City
of Mound or both), any resolutions dealing with the parcel
(resolution number and disposition). 'I have now completed coor-
dinatinq the Certificates of Titles, State Deeds, easements, etc.
and.recorded that type of information on each card also. This
card file, is now complete and is being kept up-to-date. It has
already'proved to be a very valuable tool when someone calls in
to check on a parcel of land.
Since we started dealing with tax forfeit property in 1982:
32 parcels have been put up to public auction;
21 parcels were retained for a public purpose; and
75 parcels have been authorized to be sold to and combined
with adjoining properties;
5 temporary construction easements were reconveyed.
of the above, 30 parcels of the 32 have been sold at public auc-
tion and 39 of the 75 parcels have been sold to adjoining
property owners to be combine with their property. I think this
shows how this process is working to the city's advantage to get
parcels back on the tax rolls and increase conformance to the
zoning ordinance.
OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
BUDGET:
As you are aware we purchased a new computer system in 1987, but
we' were not readY to input Budget data for-.the 1988 Budget in the
new computer. Thus, in 1988, the inputting of all budget pages
was done on the new system for all departments. This included
all figures for 1987, 1988 and inserting all proposed 1989
figures. There was also preparation of the Election Budget and
joint work with the City Manager on the City Council Budget and
the Manager/Clerk Budget.
CEMETERY
In 1988, I officially took over the Mound Union Cemetery records.
There Were 21 burials in 1988 and 14 graves were sold. All
records for the cemetery are manual and take time to record in
all places necessary. There is a file alphabetically listing
each persons name; division, lot and grave location; date of
burial; age; name of funeral home attending. There is another
cross-reference numerical file for each division (A, B or C).
Each card in this file has the division, lot number and grave
numbers. Also on these cards is the name of the owner of the
grave and the person buried. We also have a cemetery book list-
ing the people buried alphabetically with a listing of the page
number they are listed on which gives various information.
I will be working on a system in 1989 to try and get this infor-
mation on the computer so that we can dispense with some of the
manual work.
We had new cemetery maps made up at the end of 1988 to include on
new information.
FIRE CONTRACTS
The Fire Contracts were revamped for the contracting cities to
~incorPorate' more generic language and changes"that have come
about°Vet the last few yearS~
Linda keeps track of all fire reports for each contracting city.
The fire reports are all listed according to the city and the
number of fire/rescue hours. In 1988, there were 295 mutual aid
hours which are divided equally between the contracting cities.
The Fire Contract Material is figured on a combination percentage
of assessed value and a 3 year average of fire/rescue hours for
each contracting city. That percentage is then used on:
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B.
C.
D.
Operating Costs
Capital Outlay
Fireman's Relief Fund
Fire Truck Payments
In 1988, the fire hours breakdown is as follows:
ACTUAL EQUAL
CONTRACTING FIRE/RESCUE MUTUAL AID
CITY HOURS + HOURS =
TOTAL PERCENTAGE
Minnetonka
Beach 386 + 49.17 = 435.17 5.15%
Minnetrista 933 + 49.17 = 982.17 11.64%
Orono 859 + 49.17 = 908.17 10.76%
Shorewood 27 + 49.17 = 76.17 .90%
Spring Park 1,153 + 49.17 = 1,202.17 14.25%
Mound 4,786 + 49.17 = 4,835.17 57.30%
TOTAL 8,144 + 295.02 = 8,439.02 100.00%
These hours will be integrated into the 3 year average when the
1990 contract material is figured.
EMPLOYEE SUPERVISION
The City Manager and I supervise the Secretary/Receptionist,
Linda Strong. As I stated in the beginning of this report, Ed
and I share Linda's time. Linda is first and foremost the recep-
tionist who answers the phone anywhere from 60 to 80 times a day,
fielding calls to the proper people, taking messages when people
are out of the office and directing people when they come into
City Hall. She is sometimes the only contact a citizen has with
City Hall and she is excellent in giving people a positive and
helpful image of the City of Mound.
She does a .'lot of typing for departments who do not have
secretarial help, i.e. Parks, Finance, Liquor, Fire and the Dock
Inspector. She is also in charge of handling all incoming and
outgoing mail; copying for various departments; keeping the fire
reports for all the cities and checking them against the month-
end sheets from the Fire Department; office supply ordering; as
well as the duties that were mentioned before. We are lucky to
have someone who is versatile, talented and friendly.
MISCELLkNEOUS
MILL RATE REPORT
Early every year I compute the mill rate data for the City of
Mound and a breakdown of where Mound stands in =elation to other
cities in Hennepin County. In 1989, this report will not be done
because the legislature did away with mill rates.
COMPUTER INPUT AND TRANSCRIPTION
The Police Policies & Procedures Manual and the Administrative
c°de are all on the old Computer system. I updated those two
items on the old system.
The Affirmative Action Policy was inputted into the new"computer.
Four days were spent transcribing tapes for pending litigation.
SPECIAL, ASSESSMENTS
In September assessment hearing notices were prepared, the tax
books checked to verify names and addresses and notices were
written, PUblished and sent to all parties concerned regarding
the following:
CBD (Central Business District) Parking Maintenance
Unpaid Tree Removal Charges
Unpaid Weed Removal Charges
Unpaid Mowing Charges
Delinquent Water & Sewer Charges
County Road 15 Street Improvement
County Road 15 Street Light ImDrovement
Drummond Road Storm Sewer & Street ~mprovement
Supplemental Assessments - Levy ~'s 11164-11166
The CBD Assessment Roll is a very involved procedure. The ex-
penses are figured from June 1 of a given year until May 31 of
the year being assessed. This figure includes expenses for rail-
road lease, special assessments, maintenance materials,
crosswalks striping, blacktopping of lots, ChriStmas decorations,
ligh{ing of lots, parking lot leases, salaries ~for maintenance.
This figure is sent to each business in the CBD District. There
is a very complicat~d· for~ula' for spreading "these expenses be-
tween the businesses in the Central Business District. The for-
mule is based on the following:
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Customer parking spaces .required (this is determined by
the CBD Parking Committee based on the business).
Employee parking spaces required.
The number of spaces provided by the business.
The first 2 items are added together and the third is
subtracted.
A percentage of the .total is then figured on item ~4.
The business front footage is then taken.
A percentage of the total is then figured on item ~6.
The present market value is then taken.
A percentage of the total is then figured on item #8.
Next the total costs (expenses) are multiplied by the
factor .7 and that result is multiplied by item ~5.
Next the total costs (expenses) are multiplied by the
factor .15 and that result is multiplied by item #7.
Next the total costs (expenses) are multiplied by fac-
tor .15 and that result is multiplied by item #9.
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Items 10, 11 and 12 are then added together and that is
what is proposed to be assessed to each business in the
CBD.
The formula was all on the old Computer system, so in 1988 it had
to be inputted into the new system.
Resolutions were prepared for all the above assessments. Levy
sheets were prepared for Hennepin County, resolutions certified
and all sent to the County to appear on the 1989 tax statements.
OTHER KEETIN~S ATTENDED
MCFOA (Minnesota Clerks' & .Finance Officers' Association) Annual
Meetinq
I have been a member of this organization since 1982. I was
Regional Vice President for Region IV in 1984; Treasurer in 1985;
Secretary in 1986; Vice President 'in 1987; and became the Presi-
dent in 1988. This state organization has one annual conference
in March which is put on by the University of Minnesota Depart-
ment of Professional Development and Conference Services. It is
designed to meet the needs of Minnesota clerks from large, small
and medium size cities, with different resPonsibilities, and with
varying years of experienCe. The technical sessions provide
practical information and an opportunity for discussion with
other clerks.
I received the title of MCMC (Minnesota Certified Municipal
Clerk) in March 1985 after completing the required courses and
extra seminars offered by the University of Minnesota Continuing
Education.
Out of the 855 cities in Minnesota there are over 550 members in
MCFOA.
IIMC (International Institute of MuniciDal Clerks) Conferenc~
I have been a (CMC) Certified Municipal Clerk since November
1985. The State of Minnesota presently has over 332 member
cities in the IIMC. We are 8th out of 77 (including the 50
states, 12 Canadian provinces, and 15 other countries such as
Australia, New Zealand, Israel, United Kingdom, South Africa,
Japan) in membership to IIMC. Total IIMC membership is over
9,106 up 600 over 1987.
I attended the annual "IIMC Conference from Ma~ 21 - May '27.~ The
theme this year was "Wings to the Future" and was reflected in
the variety of topics covered in thee educational sessions,
presentations and the extensive exhibits...This was a very inter-
esting and beneficial conference with over 40 different workshops
in excellenc~ in local government, records management, local
government productivity, electionsi, professional development,
personnel management, communications, supervising, to name a few.
Some of the other meetings attended were:
League of Minnesota cities Legislative Conference;
Required Secretary of State's election training
Session;
Sexual harassment seminar;
League of Minnesota Cities Policies & Priorities
Meeting;
A number of Governmental Affairs Meetings put on by the
Westonka Area Chamber of Commerce.
I have tried to highlight some of the activities in 1988. In
summation, the City Clerk's position encompasses many areas that
require time, effort and knowledge beyond that of a clerk in a
larger city with a full staff to do the elementary tasks. I find
the work very challenging and personally rewarding and I am happy
I can contribute to Mound and its citizens. I feel continuing
education, working on various committees with affiliated or-
ganizations, receiving and sharing information with other cities
makes me more effective in my position and I want to thank the
Council for their support.
132
RESOLUTION NO. 84-94
June i2, 1984
~ RESOLUTION SETTING A POLICY ON ASSESSMENTS
PLACED ON TAX FORFEIT PROPERTY BEFORE FORFEITURE
WHEREAS, Hennepin County has begun to notify adjacent
property owners that they will be conducting "private sales" on
und'ersized or unbuildable lots; and
WHEREAS, some of these pr'operties' had assessments
against them before forfeiture which were cancelled at the time
of forefeiture; and
"WHEREAS, when the City releases these parcels for
pti,rate sale, it certifies these assessments from before
forfeiture to Hennepin County because the City receives 80% of
the value of the property (selling price) to apply to the old
assessments; and
WHEREAS, the assessments since forfeiture are added to
the appraised value so the City receives all the funds for those
assessments; and
WHEREAS, some of the assessment's from before forfeiture
are higher than the.property is valued at and thus does not make
the property very 'attractive' to.a. djoining' Property owners unless
we make a committm'ent t6 them that we will ~not reassess the
remaining balance of the assessments after they purchase the
property; and ·
WHEREAS, the goal is to get the property back on 'the tax
role and help a number of people make their property conforming.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of
the City of Mound, Minnesota, does hereby adopt the following
policy which will apply only to undersized tax forfeit lots which
are sold . thru Hennepin County. and combined with adjoining
property:
On undersized tax forfeit lots which had assessments
before forfeiture, the City will certify these
assessments to Hennepin County when the lots are
released for private sale to adjoining property
owners. This will be done only so that the City
will receive 80% of the value o~ the lot to be
applied against these before forfeitur~ assessments.
After certain undersized tax forfeit lots are sold
and combined with adjoining property, the owner may
petition the City Council to pass a resolution
stating that the balance of the assessments 'from
before forfeiture will not be recertified to
133
June 12, 198~
Hennepin County for collection.
The foregoing resolution was moved by Couneilmember
Charon and seconded by Couneilmember Paulsen.
The following Couneilmembers voted in the affirmative:
Charon, Jessen, Paulsen and Polston.
The following Couneilmembers votes in the negative:
none.
Couneilmember Peterson was absent and excused.
Mayor /
Attest: City ~Clerk .
1988 Annual Report
of the
Mound Inspection Department
January 1989
CITY Of MOUND
CITY of MOUND
5341 MAYWOOD ROAD
MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364
(612} 472-1155
January, 1989
Honorable Mayor, City Council Members, and City Manager
City of Mound
53~1 Maywood Road
Mound, Minnesota 5536~
Dear Mayor, Council Members, and City Manager:
The. Mound Inspection/Planning Department is delighted to transmit
the enclosed 1988 Annual Report, The Information contained
herein should provide the Mayor, City Council' and resiOents of
Mound with an overview of our department personnel and work ac-
'tivities.
During the past year, Mound-.ha.s_ continued to 'see improvements in
your community deveiopment with the emphasis' being in the
residential portion. Thirty eight housing units and one hundred
eleven residential room additions were constructed with the major
commercial deveJopment being the Public ~orks facility,and the
aOdition to Reed & Pond Attorney at Law office building.
New challenges and opportunities for the City will be present
during 1989. In the coming year, the Inspection/Planning Depart-
ment and its staff are 'Prepared to work cooperatively with the
city, county, .and state officials as well as private developers
and home owners to keep Mound moving forward.
Sincerely,.
"~Jan Bertrand"
Building OFFicial
Enclosures
JB:pj
19E~,8 ANNUAL REPORT
Personnel
Figure l., inspection Department organization, shows the or-
Ganization of the Inspection Department personnel.
In the year of 1988, our staffing has remained the same.
However, Harge Stutsman, Secretary, retired in June of this year
after 15 years of service. Jim Thompson, Plumbing Inspector
since August of 1983, discontinued employment to Further his
education. Curt Hagfors, State Electrical InSpector, discon-
tinue~ Serving the Hound area due to his work load.
The present staff fo~ the Inspection/Planning ~epartment'- is 'Jan
Bertrand, Building OFficial, appointed on December l, 198[, John
Breitner, Plumbing Inspector, appointed May 22, 1988, Peggy
James, Secretary, appointed August 8~ 1988,. and A1 Tollakson,
Electrical [nspector, appointed September 1988 by the State Board
of Electricity; The other support staff of the department in-
cludes city contracted services for £f'ty Planner, City Engineer,
state and county agencies such as Hennepin County Health Inspec-
tor, HRA Grant and Loan Inspectors administered by Hennepin
County Planning and Development office, and the aforementioned
electrical inspector.
Our Plumbing Inspector, Mr. Breitner, is employed full time with
the City of' Minnetonka. He has had many years of experience as a
plumbfng contractor prior to his employment in City government.
He is a former Mayor of Mtnnetonka Beach. He provides these
services on a 'part time basfs for the City of Mound.
Peggy James started employment with the City in August, and since
has become familiar with most of the department's operation. She
does the agenda and minutes for the Park and Planning Commis-
sions, Building Official and Park Director's correspondence,
issues permits and registration for plumbers. She handtes
numerous inquiries from the public, schedules inspections, com-
pletes reports, and other duties as assigneO. Ms. James pre-
viously worked at Miller & Schroeder Financial, Inc. and has an
Associate of Arts Degree in Applied Science.
Contracted services from our City Engineer, John Cameron, have
involved checking grading and site improvements at various sites
such as: the residential development within the City, some of
the zoning requests for street vacations, minor subdivisions, and
reviewing plans for the Contel development on the east side of
Commerce, their south facility. He has worked extensively with
the staff and City Council on the new Public Works facility,
County Road 15 street improvements, street vacation requests, as
well as other requests as assigned.
The contracted services from our City Planner~ Mark Koegler, have-
involved several zoning ordinance amendments, the revisions to
update the Mound Comprehensive Plan, and joint meetings to
develop a compatible Shoreland Management Ordinance with sur-
rounding communities. Mr. Koegler has also completed reviews on
zoning requests for Tonka Alano Society at 5098 Three Points
Blvd., a parking lot variance at 2009 Commerce Blvd., and a con-
ditional use permit for ARCO/Century Auto Body at 5533 Shoreline
Blvd., as well as other reqUests during the year.
As Building Official for the City of MounO, ! am assigned duties
to complete the inspections of the previous year developments,
move into 1989 projects with ongoing site inspections, plan
review, record keeping, and code compliance ~or 640 permits in
1988. ! respond to public complaints ranging From refuse/ gar-
bage in yards to holes cut in ceilings at apartment buildings. !
report to the Planning Commission on various zoning requests,
submit information On ordinance provisions such as: exterior
storage, housing maintenance, Fire code, signs, etc. I am on the
2
I~rogram Committee for the North Star Chapter of= Bui 1 d ing OFf i-
cials. ! representecl the City on the League 0f Minnesota Cities
Legislative Commission.
! n May, ! was e 1 ected Pres i dent of tine Everett ' McC l ay Amer i can
Auxiliary Unit #409. ! have attended the Tenth District Conven-
tion in June, the July Department Convention (State), the Na-
tional Convention in Louisvi I]e, Kentucky in September, amc ~t-
tended the fal 1 anc~ mid-winter training conferences For the
American Legion during 1988. I serve as deacon for Mount O! ive
Lutheran Church.
Department Interfaces
The Inspection/Planning Department interacts with State and
County Agencies as yell as other City of H~und departments.
Figure 2., 2.a., 2.b., and 2.c. show the extent of Ins ct'ion/
Planning department involvement with state, county, and local
agencies as welt as city. departments with their definition of
responsibilities. . ....
Traininq :
Building Codes and Zoning Ordinance~ are established as a con-
sumer protection for various types of construction and occupancy
as well as uses of land. Fire Codes are established as main-
tenance ordinances to.. keep structures in a safe condition for
persons and personal property. A constant vigilance is necessary
in the areas of planning, legislation, construction methods,
products, changes, and innovations. A new edition of the Na-
tional Uniform Building Code was issued in t988. International
Conference of Building Official's update the fire code, building
code, mechanical code, and N.F.P.A. electrical code every three
years. The State of Minnesota Building Officials are in the
process of learning the new t988 editions which will be adopted
sometime during the calendar year of 1989.
Training is provided and time allotted for studying technical
Oata on methods and materials for construction supplied to the
Inspection/Planning Department. Continuing education is required
to retain a certification as a Building Official in the State of
Hinnesota. Building permit surcharge is collected and submitted
to the Minnesota Department of Administration to be allocated for
building inspection training.
During ]98B, time was needed to provide training for the tem-
porary clerical help as well as a permanent replacement for Marge
Stutsman, Secretary. The computer which was purchased in ]gB? is
being utilized on a continuing basis for all of the Inspection,
Planning, and Park Department correspondence. During the budget
process, the accounting Lotus program was deleted as an expendi-
ture for ]989.
Ordinance E~forcement "
During ]qB8, the Inspection/Planning Department issued ap-
proximately ]lq compliance letters and correspondence, plus warn--
ing tags and inspection notices for minimal cOrrection and/or
completion of listed items. These notices involved the com-
pliance to the Sign Ordinance, Zoning Ordinance, fenci.ng, sot1
and erosion problems, expired building permits which require per-
mit renewal or scheduling for an inspection of a particular
project.
Of the notices given to property owners, 22 resulted in either a
citation .issuance, formal complaints being issued, or a warning
letter from the City Prosecutor's office. ]n five cases, the
City Council took action to initiate condemnation of structures
three of'which were fire damaged. There were 6 citations for ex-
terior storage on private and public property..
Department Activity
The construction activities are shown on Figure 3.a. and 3.b. A
comparison is given from 1973 through 1988 for new housing units
and yearly values o¢ new construction. This activity in con-
struction does carry-over from 1987 into the following year.
The valuation saw a decline From the 1987 value of $9,97~,375 to
$6,567,110. The number of permits issued were 724 permits in
1987 which declined to G7@ in 1988. The housing units decreasing
from 80 to 38. The residential sector was more active than the
commercial/institutional in the 1988 construction year.
Commission Activity
The Planning Commission for Mound establishes orderly development
by setting land use regulations and operating a Board of Appeals
for ordinance variation, conditions for land operation, subdivi-
sion of land, sale of City property, and hears public input, when
necessary, to arrive at a reasonable consensus. The number of
Planning Commission cases decreased from 82 in 1987 (See Figure
4.8. and 4.b.) to 40 i"n 1988. The year has seen a deciin~ in
Board of Appeals activity.
The Planning CommiSsion has had their Third'Annual Recognition
Dinner. The CitY has the opportunity to show its appreciation to
the advisory board For their many volunteer hours.
The Commission has appointed a subcommittee to establish goals
for existing housing. They will be forwarding these recommenda-
tions to the City Council in 1989. The training workshops in
1988 consisted of the review of the proposed public works
Facility, Lost Lake area development, comprehensive plan revi-
sions, interviews with Planning and Zoning Commission candidates,
Fence and sign ordinance revisions, subcommittee report on hous-
ing, zoning interpretation with staff, plus establishing new work
rules and election of officers. A tour of various areas of Mound
was conducted"on Saturday, September 24 to inform the Commission
of parks, transportation, land use, and housing conditions.
The City Council findings were in agreement with the Commission
in 95 percent of the requests with some amendments made at the
5
Council level.
Operating Revenues and Expenditures
The budget appropriation for the Inspection/Planning Department
for ]987 was $]08,450 with an adjusted projection in June of 1988
of $118,500. At year end, the unaudited expenses for the depart-
ment were $]27,300. The Inspection/Planning Department estab-
lishes permits as a user fee with the expectation that expenses
will approximately equal the revenue generated by the permit
process.
However, my request for additional personnel has been denied in
the past. To keep our services at an acceptable level with mini-
mum delays to contractors and homeowners, ] have sought out in-
spection and plan review services from Metro West Inspection
Services in my absence, during training of new personnel, and
peak construction periods~ These expenses were paid out of
professional .services account in the amount of $9,320 for lB plan
rev!ews and approximately 170 field inspections during 19BB. The.
professional services for the -planner, engineer, and Inspection
services as of January, were over the budgeted amount by 29 per-
cent. There were some unforeseen expenditures during the year,
such as Glenwood Road, Norwood Road, tax forfeit parcels, etc.
The temporary help, insurance, employment advertising, and com-
parable worth expenses exceeded the salaries miscellaneous por-
tion of our budget.
We do presently have escrow accounts established to defray ad-
ministrative costs on ]2 development projects. However, we have
zoning enforcement, zoning amendments, public improvement
proposals, etc. which do not generate sufficient revenue to cover
costs (only original filing fee). There is no annual licensing
to help defray rental complaints to the fire maintenance code,
contractor complaints, and sim~]ar activities.
A comparison of the revenues generated by the Inspection Depart-
ment,activities ~urlng I987 an~ 1988 is as follows:
Account
Codes
]987
~98@
3251 Building Permits $ 93,360 $ 72,B85*
3254 Plumbing Permits 10,200 9,665
3256 Excavation Permits 6,160 6,870
3257 Heating Permits 4,000 2,390
3162 Moving Permits 200 0
TOTAL $113,920 $ 91,810
*Note: The permit fee of $3,860 was waivered for the City Public
Works Faci lity. "
The revenues collected for the Planning .Commission Board of Ap-
'Peals were:
]987 ]988
3510 $ 6,550 $ 3,100
Total revenues generated by the Inspection/Planning Department
were:
1987 1988
$120,470
$ 94,910
The revenues generated amount to 77% of the 1988 Department ex-
penses.
Summary
In.summatfon for the 1988 year, it has been a busy time once
again for the Inspection/Planning Department staff. We have had
a shift to residential development to improve the residentfa!
housing stock. Some re-assignment of tasks were accomplished
during 1988 to provide efficient service and accurate infor~tfon
for the general public.
We have all enjoyed the challenges of this past year and working
with the contractors, citizens, developers and businesses of the
community. We want to thank the elected officials and staff for
their continued support. We are looking forward to a stimulating
and rewarding year in 1989!
INACTION i)EPARTMEINFF O(~-_~ANIZATION
Mound City Council
Mayor: Steve Smith
Councfl Members: Don Abel
Elizabeth Jensen
Phyllis Jessen
Skip Johnson
City Manager
Ed Shukle
City Planner
Mark Koegler
VanDoren, Hazard
& Stallings, Inc
Buildino OffiCial
Jan Bertrand
State and County ~gencies
State Electrical Inspector
County Health Inspector
County Planning & Development
Support Staff
Peggy James
John Breitner
City Engineer
John Cameron
McCombs Frank Roos
Associates, Inc.
Figure 1.
1 NSPECTi~ DEPARTNENT
Interface with other Agencies and Depart~nts
City of MounO
Inspection
Department
State
Agencies
County
Agencles
City of Hound
Other Departments
Figure 2.
1 NSPECTIO~ DEP~RTMENT
Interface with State Agencies
HN State Building
Code Division
o Uniform Building Code
o National Electric Code
o ANSI Elevator Ccx~e
o MN Plumbing Code
o MN Heating,
Ventllatlon, Air Condt.
tloning & Refrigeration
Code
o MN Hanufacturers Home
Rules
o Model Energy Code
o Sol~lr Energy Systems
Standards
City of Mound
Inspection
Department
MN Pollution Control
Agency (MPCA)
o Environmental Quality
in Structures
o Air Quality Regs.
o Water Quality Regs.
o Soil Quality Rags
State Fire Marshal
o Uniform Fire Code
o Child Day Care Centers
o Underground Tank Installa-
tion
Env t ronmenta 1
Quai lty '
Protect Ion Board
o Land Development
o Environmental Impact
Statement (ELS)
o Environmental Assess-
merit Worksheet (EAW)
Dept. of Natural
Resources
o Shoreline Management
o Flood Plain Regs.
Figure 2.a.
INSPECTION DEPARTNENT
Interface with County Agencies
City of Mound
Inspection
Department
1
Dept. oF
TransPortation
Dept. of
Human Servtc~s
Environmental
Health
Lake Minnetonka
Conservation Dist
Environment &
Energy
Hlnnehaha Creek
Watershed Dist.
o Utility P~rmits
o Driveway Access
o Parking
o Family Day
care
o Group Homes
o Foster
Parents
o License & o On-Lake Activities
Inspection of o Land Filling
pools, ice
arenas,
restaurants
o Hazardous
waste recy-
cling
o Soil Excavation
o Erosion Control
o Storm Water Mgmt.
Figure 2.b.
I KSPECTION DEPARTMENT
Interface with other City Departments
City oF Mound
Inspection
Department
city
Manager
Police
Public
Works
Fire
F i nance
Parks
o Budgets
o Policies
o Organization
o Training
o StaFF
o EnForcement
o Vandalism
oF Bldgs.
&'Construc-
tion
o Citation
Due Process
o Abandoned
Wells/
Septic
Tanks
o Driveway
Access
o Street
Excavation
o Water/
Sewer Main
Location &
Connection
o City
Easement
Locations
o Hydrant Tests
o Street Barricades
o Underground o Escrow
Tanks Accounts
o Fire o Billing
Suppression o Budget
SyStems
o Access to
BIdgs. &
'Equipment
o Building
Haintenance
Charges
o Supplies
o Forms
o Project
Review
o Tree
Inspection
o Dock &
Commons
Use/Con-
struction
o City Hall
In~orovements
Figure 2.c.
Total Yearly
Values' of New Construction
Figure 3A
Yearly Value + 1000
~/ Figure 3.a.
New Housing
units (1973-1988)
Figure 3B
Y e flr
1988 SUMMARY REPORT
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION BOARD OF APPEALS
A total of 40 cases were heard in ]988
P1anntnq Commission Action
6,pproveO Denied W/drawn Tabled No Action
Conditional Use Permit 5
Sign 2
Subdivision: Plat -
Minor 7
Vacation 5
Variance"
WetlanQ
Zoning Amendment~ 3
Grading
2 !
1
Total
5
3
7
5
15
!
3
,, ]
TOTAL 35 4 0 I 0 40
Approved
Conditional Use Permit 4
Sign
Subdivision: Plat -
Minor 6 l
Vacation 4 1
Variance' 12 1
Wetland
Zoning Amendment*' 3
Grading .L .._
TOTAL 33 2 I 2 2
City Council Action
Denied W/drawn. Tabled No Action
1
Total
5
3
7
5
15
I
3
4O
*One variance Converted to a subdivision and one variance converted to a
vacation.
**Two zoning amendments initiated by the staff: clarification of sign and
fence provisions.
Figure 4.a.
HEARING NOTICE
CITY OF MOUND
MOUND, MINNESOTA
NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING TO DISCUSS THE NEED, DEPTH, AND
SCOPE OF POSSIBLE DEVELOPMENT OF A HOUSING MAINTENANCE AND OC-
CUPANCY ORDINANCE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City
oF Mound will hold a public hearing at City Hall, 5341 Maywood
Road, at 7:30 p.m. On Monday, March 2'7, 1989, to discuss the
need, depth, and scope oF possible development oF a Housing Main-
tenance and Occupancy Ordinance.
All persons appearing at said hearing with reference to the above
will be heard at this meeting.
Francene C. Clark, City Clerk
Published in "The Laker" March 13, 1989.
1987 SUMMARY REPORT
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION BOARD OF APPEALS
A total of 82 cases were heard In 1987
Conditional Use Permit
.Sign
SuDdivts'ton:
Plat
Minor
Vacation
Variance
Wetland
Zoning Amendment'
Grading
TOTAL
Approved
12
3
II
2
36
4
Planninq Commission Action
Denied W/drawn Tabled No Action
! I
I
2
7
I 0 : O-
Total
12
2
3
12
0
2
82
Conditional Use Permit
Sign
Subdivision:
Plat
Minor
6~proved
City Co, uncll Action
Denied W/drawn TaOled No Action
11 1
0
3
13 I 1
2 2
35 4
Vacation
Variance
Wet]and
Zoning Amendment* 4
Grading 2
TOTAL 68 9 Z
Total
12
2
!5
35
0
__2.
82
'The City Staff initiated two Zoning AmenOments.
Figure 4.b.
CITY OF MOUND
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
YEAR XV (1989) URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY CDBG PROGRAM
Notice is hereby given that Hennepin County and the City of Mound
pursuant to Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act
of 1974, as amended, are sponsoring a public hearing on Tuesday
March 28, 1989, at 7:30 P.M.,in the Council Chambers at 5341
Maywood Road to obtain the views~of citizens on local and Urban
County housing and community development needs, Urban County
Statement of Objectives and the City of Mound's proposed use of
its Year XV Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block
Grant planning allocation of $64,507.
For additional information on proposed activities, level of fund-
ing, program objectives and performance, contact the City Manager
of the City of Mound, 5341 Maywood Road, Mound, MN. 55364, 472-
1155 or the Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development
348-6418.
The public hearing is being held in accord with the Urban Hen-
nepin County Joint Cooperation Agreement pursuant to MS 471.59.
Francene C. Clark CMC
City Clerk
Publish in The Laker March 6, 1989.
BILLS FEBRUARY 28, )989
BATCH 9021
BATCH 9022
102,662.85
46,189.45
Total Bills
148,852.30
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CITY OF MOUND
i'~'89 BUDGET REF'ORT
EXPENDITURES
,JANUARY 1
S. 3%
GENERAL FUND
Cmb 1 e .TV
City Mmn~ger./Cler. k
E1 ect i,:,r,s
~sses_~ing
F ~ r~r~
Le961 ·
Civil Defense
Recycl ir, 9
S;tr. eets
Sh,:,p & St,:,r. es
C:ity PF'OpeF'ty
F"a F- k s
C,:, n t i r, g e F, ,: i e s
T pa.h s ~e r' s
BLIDGET
,_IANUARY YTD
E X PEN:;; E E X
GENERAL FUND TOTAL
VAR I ANCE
PER CENT
E XF'ENDED
46030 6 i 46 6146 3'~:=:84 13.35%
:.; .';,=, 0 0 '--? 9 =',0 0.00 %
14:--:21 C, '~'-'= '~-'.=, 925 .8:=-:%
11 ~,=,w 11..' c,._ 1 :--: 1 7
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/--, 50 40 40 610 6. I ._ %
,- ~ ~.-,/,%%
4:::?C:',0 245 .-4._ 0 ~/-,%
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1527&0 11760 117/:,0 i 41000 7.70%
200c) 0 30:2: 303 19697 1 ._ ~ %
971 c:~0 :310C~ 3 ]. 00 94000 3. 19%
67777C:, 4703E', 470:38 630732 6.94%
]. 8 :E; 0 0 1880 0. 00 %
12:=:400 /_','F;/:,9 6'.'.?/_-,'~; 121431 5 · 4:--:%
67400 .:,.-, 1 .' 7 ..... 12'=.; 32271 52 12%
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149320 &-,607 6607 142713 4. · 42%
11090 0 0 i 1090 0.00%
30000 13 13 29987
12/-, 150 9:=:59 985?; 116291 7. L::2%
223 &, 430 18 '.]' '.--.; 'T.., 7 1 E: 2'P 27 '-."' 053 $ 0:3
:::. 18%
Ar-ea Fir-e
Ser-vice Fur, d
2092:30 1271 1271 2 C:, 7959 0.61%
.J,=,,=, 10 12/_', 66 1~'-'F:, c,/' ,:, ~ 146144 7. ?;8%
:3 2:2 5 5 0 2 4 :B 8 :;: 2 4 3 E: :--', 2 '.-] :E,, 1 6 7 7. 5 6 7.
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72240 '2'2100 221 C'.0 50140 :E:O. 59%
_~ '.~50 0 0 :--:?;50 0.00%
GENERAL FUND
T ~::.:: e s
i n ter. g over. n~e n t~-
Business Cicen,zes
Non-Business
Licenses ~-nd
F'e i-.rr~ i ts
Set-vices
Coupt Fines
Ch~r. ges to Other.
D e p a r. t me n t s
hep Revenue
TOTAL REVENUE
LIQUOR FUND
WATER FUND
· 'F.;E W E R FUND
DOCK:=; FUND
]E~;ETARY FuND
BLlt]GET
'".? E: 4 :--: 15
965800
9410
86700
38800
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16500
51850
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CITY OF PiOUND
BUDGET REVENUE REF'ORT
,JANUARY
REVENLIE
:--:. :3%
YTD PER CENT
REVENLIE VARtANCE RECEIVED
327
2 :]-: 1
554
:--:77
::_:7 ! 3
:-_-:2:27 980?88 0. :-:4%
0 965800 0.00%
2:2:1 9179 2.45%
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554 38246 ].. 4:3%
0 100000 O. 00~
877 t 562:3 5. :32%
25 51825 0.05%
871:3 2244662 0. :3?%
8S0000 55084 55084 824'? 16 6.26%
3:30000 2:3930 2:3'?:E:0 306070 7.25%
580000 46844 46844 5:33156 8.0E:%
65:300 10057 10057 5524:3 15.40%
:3050 0 0 :3050 0.00%
MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE
MOUND ADVISORY PARK COMMISSION
January ]2, 1989
Present were: Chair Nancy Clough; Commissioners Steve Burke;
Cathy Baily, Nail Weber, and Brian Asleson; Council Repre-
sentative Phyllis Jessen; City Manager Ed Shukle; Park Director
Jim Fackler; Dock Inspector Dell Rudolph; and Secretary Peggy
James. Absent and excused were: Commissioners Marilyn Byrnes,
Shirley Andersen, and Tom Casey.
Chair called the meeting to order at 7:36 p.m.
Minutes
The minutes of the Park Commission meeting of December 8, 1988
were presented For changes or additions.
MOTION m~de by E~afley, seconded by Clough to approve the
minutes,of Decen~3er 8,-1988 as submitted.. Motion carried
unanimously.
The minutes of a Joint meeting with the Park Commission and City
COuncil of January 3, 1989 were presented for changes and/or ad-
ditions. One change was noted on page three, second paragraph,
motion was made by "Jessen" (not Jansen).
MOTION made by Jessen, seconded,by Clough to accept the
minutes of the joint meeting of January 3, 1989' as amended.
Motion carried unanimously.
Recoonftion of Former Park Commissioner Linda Panetta
Chair Nancy Clough presented a Certificate of Award to Lfnda
Panetta for her six years of service on the Park Commission.
Recognition of New Park Commissioners
Chair Nancy Clough introduced Nell Weber and Brian Asleson as new
Park Commissioners. Tom Casey has also been appointed, however
was unable t° attend. Clough read Resolution No. 89-10 to the
Commission: Resolution to concur with the Park Commission recom-
mendation to reappoint Cathy Bailey and appoint:Brian Asleson and
Thomas Casey to three (3) year terms beginning January I, ]989;
also to appoint Nei 1 Weber to a two (2) year term beginning
January l, ]989. Clough explained the reason for Neil Weber
being issued a two year term that no more than three terms should
expire at one time.
Chair Clough also read Resolution No. 89,7 which appoints Phyllis
dessen as Council Representative to the Park Commission for 1989.
Park Commission Minutes
January !2, 1989
John Ned Dow, 4994 Manchester, BRIGHTON COMMONS:
place a 110 volt outlet for a light on the con~ns.
Request to
The Park Director, dim Fackler, was asked at the December 8, ]988
Park Commission meeting to report what is involved in installing
a street light on Manchester, and how the neighbors woulO De af-
Fected opposed to installing the requested light. Fackler
reported that no benefit to the dock holders would be gained by
installing a street light, it would not provide enough light. If
Mr. Dow would place a light on his house it would serve just as
well as a street light. However, as Mr. Dow stated at the last
meeting, the trees interfere with this lighting.
The Commission discussed the subject commons area and noted that
there are no other obstructions on this commons. The Dock In-
spector reported there are II abutting Oock users and 6 non abut-
ting, which in turn could result in lO more requests for .lights
if this were approved.
Weber asked if the City would be liable if a child happen to be
electrocuted From this outlet, or injured from any structure on
the commons. The City Manager agreed that the: City could be li-
able. Dangers which could arise From have an outlet on lakeshore
commons were discussed.
The Commission noted that Brighten CommOns is a pure commons, it
presently has no structures or lights, and they would like to
have it remain a pure commons.
MOTION made by Jessen, seconded by Baily, to deny the
request for a IlO .volt outlet and a flight to be constructed
on Brighton commons. Motion carried unanimously.
This case will appear before the City Council on February
19BB.
Election of-Officers for 1989 (Chair and Vice-Chair)
MOTION made by Bailey to re-elect Nancy Clough as Chair For
i989.
Nancy Clough informed the Commission she did not wish to be re-
elected as chair. Burke and Bailey also expressed that they did
not wish to be appointed as Chair. The Commission discussed ap-
pointing a new member as Chair. It was determined the Commission
would vote at the February 9, I989 meeting when the other members
were in attendance.
Park Commission Minutes
January 12, ]989
Clough will not be at the February 9, 1989 meeting, Vice-Chair
Marilyn Byrnes will act as Chair.
Discussion for Location of New Park Equipment
The Park Commission has three sets of playground equipment or-
Oered, and need to Oetermine the Best location For placement.
Bally expressed a strong need For one set of the equipment to be
placed at Seton Park, she Felt there would be a lot of use Oue to
the apartment building I~eing so close. It was agreed this would
be a good location, however the Park Director wi 1 1 need to
measure the park to confirm that there is enough space, the bas-
ketball hoop may have to be removed.
The Park Director informed the Commission that he checked with
the school district abo~t a .'census of how many children are in
each neighborhood, and they did not have any records of this
kind. However, the U.S. Census report will be out in 1990 and
this information may be obtainable through it.
Other parks which were strongl~ considered were Tyrone, Doone,
Langdon, and Avon. This subject will be discussed at the next
meeting on February 9, 1989. The equipment will not be delivered
until April.
It was mentioned that the Park Director should seriously look
into putting benches on Brighton Commons next summer.
General Discussion
The Park 'Improvement Donation Program which was established a Cew
years ago was reviewed and it'was suggested this program once
again be ~mplemented and posted in the local paper. It was sug-
gested a bublic meeting be held to determine what the people's
interests are for their neighborhood parks.
Clough expressed the need For communication with the LMCD. The
City Manager informed the Commission that our representative From
the LMCD will be submitting monthly reports ts the City Council
and will now be required to attend the Park Commission meetings.
Jessen and Weber informed the Commission that they attended the
presentation given by the LMCD on Eurasion Water Milfoil. The
Commission expanded on their comments regarding the issues which
were presented.
Park Commission Minutes
January 12, 1989
Report~
Council Representative: Phyllis Jessen reported that she will
now be reporting to the City Council on the actions anO feelings
of the Park Commission at each meeting, she will have a 0esig-
nated slot on each agenda.
City Manaqer: Ed Shukle informed the Commission that they will
be receiving invitations for a open house For the new Public
Works Facility which will be held on Sunday, January 29th between
1:00 and 4:00 p.m.
The City Manager also reported that a committee 'has been Formed
For the County Road I5 Beautification Improvement Project. This
committee submitted a Funding plan to the City Council on January
10th.and they have now hired an architect. Their next step is to
hold community and city. input meetings which t'ne Park DJ,rector
will be attending.
Park Director: Jim Fackler reported that the riprapping has
begun on the west side of.. Cooks Bay and= should be done by the
middle of next week, then they will begin: riprapping on Three
Points. The dredging permit For dredging From Ashland to Car-
dinal has been approved by the DNR, and the City is waiting For
approval from the Minnehaha Creek Watershed. This dredging
should be done by the end of January. The Park Department has
received their computer and it is in the process of getting set
Up.
Dock Inspector: Dell Rudolph reported that the 1989 Dock Ap-
plications have been ma!led, and we have received 25 applications
For new docks. Last year we received approximately 40 new dock
applications by this time, their seems to be less interest this
year, possibly due to the drought.
General Discussion
Weber expressed his concern For protecting the wetlands against
snowmobiles and what can the Park Commission do to enforce a
policy for protecting the wetlandS. Weber also Feels the other
lake communities have the same problem and we should communicate
with them and Workout something together. He also mentioned that
Arndorfer's (consultants for the LMCD lake study) may be able to
help with plotting trails to discourage snowmobiling in certain
areas.
MOTION made by Burke, seconded by Asleson to adjourn the
meeting at 9:36 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTES Of A MEETING OF THE
MOUND ADVISORY PARK COMMISSION
February 9, 1989
Present were: Commissioners Marilyn Byrnes, Shirley Andersen,
Steve Burke, Cathy Baily, Tom'Casey, Nei 1 Weber, an~ Brian
Asleson; Council Representative Phyllis Jessen; City Hanager Ed
Shukle; Park Director Jim Fackler; and Secretary Peggy James.
Absent and ezcuse~ was: Commissioner Nancy Clough.
Vice-Chair, Marilyn Byrnes, called the meeting to order at 7:32
p.m.
Minutes
The minutes o¢ the Park Commission meeting o¢ January i2, 1989
were presented For changes and/or additions.
Weber noted a change on page 4, under General Discussion, the
"AndorFer's",should' read "Ar~dorFer's," and they are not a snow-
mobili'ng club, they are consultants For the LMCD Comprehensive
"Plan lake study.
MOTION made by Weber, seconded by e~ailey to approve the Park
CC~m~ission minutes of January 12, 1989 as amended. Motion
carried unanimously.
Election of OFficers For I989 (Ch~ir and Vice-C~ir)
MOTION made by Andersen, seconded by Bailey to elect Marilyn
By~nes as Chair. Motion carried unanimously.
Andersen moved to'elect Bailey as Vice-Chair. Bailey
declined the nomination and expressed she did not wish to be
an officer.
MOTION made by Byrnes, seconded by Burke to elect Tom Casey
as V~ce-Chair. Motion carried unanimously.
Placement oF.Playground Equipment
The Park Director reviewed' the parks that have been under con-
sideration to receive new playground equipment~ and handed out a
copy of a list of the parks which was created For the police
department. It gives the street intersections where the parks are
located. Last year Clover Circle, Pembroke, and Belmont Parks
received new equipment. Jim reminded the Commission that the
equipment is not due to arrive until April.
Park Commission Minutes
February 9, 1989
Andersen commented that she contacted the school' bus garage in
order to determine the most dense area where children are picked
up. They reported Clover Circle, which already has new equip-
ment, HalsteaO and WesteOge area, EOgewater which Odes not have
any equipment, Warner, and island View were areas well populated
with children.
JuliAnn Hunter, of 5043 Tuxedo BlvO., reported that she had a
petition to acquire better playground Facilities and upgrade the
beach and park combination that is located off of Tuxedo Blvd.
and across From A1 and Alma's (Chester Park). She accumulated 36
signatures with a total of 62 children. She added that they
would 1.ike to see a cleaner beach with less glass and weeds.
Ms. Hunter also questioned why there is a large rock in the cen-
ter of Chester Park add asked if it could be moved to the side.
It was determined, tha( this rock original'ty served as a monument
For Mary DeVlnney's son, and a plaque was attached to the sock.
The Park Director agreed that the rock could be moved to the
side.
L'ee Henderson, of 44~5 Dorchester Road,'also'presented a petition
to obtain playground equipment at Avalon Park. She stated they
do not have any playground equipment, only some picnic benches,
and with 40 children in a two block area Feels the equipment
would be used.
Chester Park was discussed, and the possibility of placing equip-
ment at that park. The Park Director believes the park is too
small to accommodate the size units already purchased. Bailey
recommended that the Pa.rk Commission meet'with the neighbors who
use Chester Park to discuss the use of the park, the safety
the swimming beach, and its Future. Weber suggested setting
a special meeting with the Park Commission and the neighbors who
use Chester Park, and possibly meeting at A1 & Alma's. )t was
decided the Park Commission would meet at ?:00 p.m. on April
1989 prior to the regular scheduled Park Commission Meeting at Al
& Almas. This meeting is to be posted in the Laker, Byrnes will
call the owner of A1 & Alma's to confirm that a meeting may be
held at their building and that they can attend, and Jim will
prepare measufements of the park to determine what type
playground equipment will Fit.
Chair Byrnes suggested that individually, and.during the daylight
hours, the Park Commissioners try to visit, each of the parks
being considered for new equipment, they are: Seton, Langdon,
Avalon, Tyrone, and Chester.
Park Con.hi ssi on Minutes
February 9, !989
Co~ents on Dredge Application #89-629]:
The Park Director reviewed the application and explained where
the dredge was to take place. Me explained that this dredge is
on private property. Concern was expressed in regards to the
wetlands. The Park Director explaineO that they would not be
dredging any wetlands.
MOTION made by Jessen, seconded by Casey that the Park Com-
mission recognizes the dredge application and has no objec-
tion to proper concern with'our wetlands ordinance. Motion
carried unanimously.
STREET VACATION: Unnamed extension of Arbor Lane. Applicant:
Clyde E. Wallin? 2003 Arbor Lane
Chair Byrnes, recogn'ized..Clyde Wallin, applicant-, and asked ff he
had any comments on his behalf. He commented that he wants to
-' sell one lot,. however he needs to designate where the a]]ey is
and clear title. The Park Director explained that'.this case was
presented to the Park ConmT~ission because there are two or three
commons docks next to the subject property. He explained that
the vacation would not have any effect on the existing docks.
Casey commented on the possibility of.obtaining a conservation
easement in trade for the vacation. This would allow ~estric-
tions on structures, landfill, vegetation, surface use or any
other accident that could be detrimental to water areas. Weber
felt that since this piece of land was only 12' wide, the current
setback ordinances would' automatically control this land, and if
an easement of.this nature were created, it.could create the op-
portunity, for the landowner to request reduced taxes due to the
limited use of his land.
MOTION made by Bailey, seconded by Asleson to approve the
City Engineer's recommendation. Motion passed with seven
favor (Asleson, Weber, Byrnes, Burke, Andersen, Jessen and
Bailey), and one opposed (C~sey).
Snowmobiling in the Wetlands
Weber commented on Section 6t5:]0, Drivino Restrictions, and in-
formed the Commission that a snowmobile is considered a "motor
vehicle."
Park Commission Minutes
February 9, ]989
Burke auestioned iF there are any "designated" snowmobile ac-
cesses in Mound. The Park Birector stated he has discussed this
subject with the Police Chief and the City does not designate the
dock or commons areas within the parks as access areas. The Park
Director asked the City Attorney about this issue and he said
they would have to incorporate the dock system with the parks,
and then designate accesses. At present, snowmobiles or
motorized vehicles are not allowed on City parks.
How do we want to deal with wetlands? Should we provide walking
and snowmobile trails? Weber would like this incorporated into
the comprehensive plan. The wetlands map was reviewed. What
does the'park commission govern? It was determined that the DNR
governs any wetland area larger than two acres as shown on the
wetlands map.
The Park DirectOr suggested the Commission come up wft~ some
'questions or comments regarding the future For wetlands and snow-
mobile accesses, then direct them to the City Planner, Mark
Koegler,. who could attend the.next meeting.
Farmer's Market
The City Manager explained to the Commission the reason for shar-
ing this information with them. He stated that Cathy Stepanek
asked Don Ulrick, Director of Community Services, for some assis-
tance in organizing this event in order to lessen her respon-
sibilities. Her feeling was that it is a City event so it should
be represented by the City, rather than her individual]y. The
City Manager indicated that Community Services has stated that
there would be no cost to the City of Mound in the sponsorship or
management of this project.
MOTION made by Jessen, seconded by Burke that the Park Com-
mission supports the cost-free Farmer's Market and we are
happy to see them in the Community.
LMCD Minutes
Tom Reese, LMCD Representative, will be submitting monthly
reports on LMCD and related issues to the City Council and Plan-
ning Commission. In addition, he will appear periodically at
Park Commission meetings to brief the Park Commission on LMCD
issues.
7o
Park Commlssion Minutes
February 9, 1989
C~,,ents From the Pub1 i c
Jane Chiesl, of 4559 )sland View Drive, presented a petition
regarding Pembroke Park. She and the petitioners would like the
Pembroke Park motorized vehicle lake access closed. Ms. Chiesl
commented that children's lives have been put in danger due to
wreckless speeders fn the park.
The Park Director commented that Pembroke Park is a traditional
access For ice Fisherman. It was suggested a public meeting be
held at the May Park Commission meeting in order to obtain
opinions' of the neighborhood on closing the access. Notice of
the meeting is to be posted in the Laker. It was' also suggested
everyone meet at the park at 7:00 p,m, prior to the regular
schedu]ed meet!ng at 7':3.0 p,m,
Council Representative Report
Phyllis Jessen reported that the Council pledged $]0,000 towards
the Euraslon Water MilFoil Fund;
City Manaaer's Report
Ed Shukle reported that the Public WOrks Open House which was
held on January 29th had a good turn-out of 205 citizens, and
added that they received positive comments regarding the new
Facility.
Park Director's Report
Jim Fackler informed the Commission that the dredge on Ashland,
and riprapping on Three Points are done, The Park Department has
ordered more buoys and ropes for the beaches this year, The com-
puter, is up.and running and.they are in the process of entering
information. Jim Glasoe will attend the next Park Commission
'meeting to review the park and lifeguard programs. The County
Road 15 Beautification Project will tentatively be holding a
meeting at the Mist on February 2?th at ]0:00 ~.m. at which time
a Final plan wi. ll be presented. The Mound City Council, Park and
Planning Commissions are invited.
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Park Commission Minutes
February 9, 1989
Tom Casey informed the Commission that there is a Prairie Con-
Ference scheduled to be held at the Bell Museum on March 4th
regarding issues in prairie restoration, preservation, and road-
side wildlife policies. The cost to attend is $20.00. He also,
informed the Commission oF a slide show he will De presenting
calle~ "WildliFe oF East AFrica" on April 19th, 7:00 p.m. at the
Mound Library.
MOTION made by Casey, seconded by Andersen to adjourn the
meeting at 9:55 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE
MOUND ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION
JANUARY Z3, 1989
Present were: Commissioners William Meyer,-'Vern-Andersen, Brag
Sohns, Frank Wei~and, Kenneth Smith, and GeoFF Michael, Council
RePres'entative Elizabeth J'ensen; Building'OFFicial Jan Bertrand;
City Planner Mark Koegler; City Manager Ed Shukle; and Secretary
peggy James.
Also present were tbie FollOWing interested persons: Denise & Jim
Roberge, and Steve Burke. '
· .n~ .-j.C --~ "':*' '' ' " .. 7 '' " ' : ! ''~ ' -
.Temporary Chair, Fr,ank Weiland called the meeting to' order
7:30 p.m.
M tnutes- . ' :~ ....
MOTION 'made"by Michael, seconded by Sohns tO appr'ove the
Planning Con~ntssten. Minutes oF January 9, 1~J89 as submitted.
Motion carried unanimously.
'Fence'OrdinanCe DiScus{idn'
The ,C,ity PTanner repbrted"th'a~' ComPared t.o Other surrounding
cities', 'Mound's Fence ordinance is probably more definitive.
The Building OFFicial informed the commission how a building
'height. Is measu:red .'.a,s' wri~cten in '~:he :~e?initlon of the.. zoning
code: "( 1 4) But l.d'j ng He~:i.'ght - The' vert t ca 1 d i stance to be
measured F.rom .the average' grade oF a bulld'ing 'line to the top...
She Sugg, ested this type oF wordtng .could be considered .'Fdr Fence
he i ght.
Sohns oFFered .some suggestions at the January= 9, 1989. ,meet,lng as
shown below, these suggested change~ 'were reviewed by the Commt's-
sion. Sohns clarified that the word "length" as revised in item
!. referred to "board length."
t. 23.415 (4) b. Rear and side yard Fences located behind
'the Front yard setback may be sol id or"open and shall
not exceed seventy, two Inches (TZ") in height.
o Change the word "height" fo '"le~jth.": "
23.415 (4) d. Fence heiqhts shall be measured From the
adJoininq natural ~round. Fences installed on top oF
retaining walls shall be limited to'a maximum oF Forty-
two inches (42") in residential zones,
o Delete underlined portion.
Planning Commission Minutes
JanUary 23, 1989
Z3.415 (6) Fences shall in ,no way de%air or inhibit
the flow of surface water drainage to and From abutting
properties. Thereforet minimum clearance will be al-
lowed under the fence to allow For water drainaoe and
)awn anO weeO m~intenance.
o Add underlined portion.
23.415 (7) . . . In the case o~ lakeshore lots~ no
such Fence or wall shall be located in a manner which
will block or otherwise adversely interfere with an aO-
joining property owner's lake view.
· . o Delete underlined portion. Create a new (8) with
"No such fence OK wall . . ."
o Need to determine a definition for "lake view."
The definition o6 "minimum clearance" as stated in item 3. above
Was discussed. What shouldTminimum clearance be? What is an al-
lowable amount of space for drainage?
23.415 (7) of the fence ordinance Was interpreted by the Building
OFficial.
The purpose of discussing the ordinance was clarified as being
For administrative purposes in order to avoid Future dis-
crepancies in interpretation. It was also noted, if a change in
the ordinance was to be made, a pub)ir hearing would have to be
held and it would need City Council approval.
It was ~etermi,ned that the ordi"nance should not be changed to ac-
commodate pending case #89-801 for a fence variance· This
variance'will be heard at the next planning commission meeting on
February 13, 1989.
Chair, Weiland recognized Jim Roberoe who wished to speak regard-
ing the 'fence ordinance. Hr. Roberge handed copies to the Com-
mission of: a drawing showing the angle of hi~ house towards the
lake, a list o¢ cities and their Fence height requirements, pic-
tures of his view of the lake now that the neighbor's Fence has
been installed, and pictures of Fences at other homes in Mound
showing the measured height of the fences from the ground.
Planming Commission Minutes
January 23, ]989
Mr. Roberge explained that when he called the cities to obtain
the information he received, the question he asked was, "I plan
on putting up a 6' fence, will ! have any problems if ! hold the
Fence off the ground a couple of inches to allow For drainage?"
Mr. Roberge informed the Commission that none of the cities said
they would allow this, that the Fences could not exceed the
required 7Z" From the ground. He also informed the Commission
that the cities of Chanhassen, Excelsior, Tonka Bay, Deephaven,
Minnetonka, and Greenwood require a letter of consent From the
adjoining neighbor. He also called a Few lumber yarFs, and he
said they recon~ended if there could potentially be a problem
with the ordinance, %hat the boards be cut.
The B~'ilding Official reminded the Commission that they are dis-
cussing the Fence ordinance, not Mr. Roberge's case.
Wefland expressed thai: he would like a letter of consent
joining property owners on every variance request. Jansen em-
lightened the Commission, fEa decision was based on a letter
consent it would probably not hold up in court, the ordinances
have to be followed. ..
Andersen expressed his feelings that the ordinance serves its
purpose as written and does not feel it needs to be changed.
-It was determined the Fence ordinance" will be discussed at the
next Planning Con,mission Workshop Heating on February 27, ]989,
and the staff should report at that meeting what constitutes
space For drainage and weed trimming.
Reco~nenclation for 1989 Appotn~ents to the Planning Co~afssion
Temporary Chair, Weiland, reported to the Commission that Don
Abel has 'withdrawn his application to the Planning Commission due
to other time commitments. Weiland also reported that Thomas
Reese deE. initely does not wish to be reappointed.
The Commission ranked each oF the applicants with ! being their
first choice, 2 being their second, etc. The average score was
then figured ~or each applicant, with the lowest score being
their first choice, etc.
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Plennin9 Commission Minutes
January 23, 1~89
revise~
MOTION rr~de by Smith, seconded by Andersen, to recon~nend to
the City Council the following a~licants in the orOer in
which they were ranked:
A. Jerry Clapsaddle 1.83
B. William Tha l 2.28
C. Ben Marks 3.28
D. Ju~y Marshik 3.7!
E. Mark Werntmont 4.67
F. David Voss 4.71
G. Mike Barlow 6.83
Motion carried unanimously.
Recommendation will be submitted to the City Council at
their meeting on January 24, 1989.
Election of OFficials-(Chair .and Vice-Chair)
Motion made by Andersen, Seconded by Michael, to nominate
Brad Sohns as Chair.
Schns commented that he wou.l~ accept the nomination, however
wants everyone to' take under consideration, that he m~y wish to
leave the Commission if the City does not set some realistic
goals and establish action plans for achieving those goals and
indicating to City officials, departments, and commissions what
their responsibilities are regarding'the attainment of those
goals.
Motion made by Smith,
Michael as Chair.
seconded by Weiland to nominate
Michael denied-acceptance of Chair because He does not feel he is
qualified.
Michael moved to withdraw his second on the motion to
nominate Sohns as Chair due to his inOecisiveness in con-
tinuing.on the Planning Commission.
Meyer seconded the motion to nominate Sohos as Chair.
Motion made by Smith, seconded by Michael to nominate Meyer
as Chair.
A bal lot was cast for the nominations of Meyer and Sonns for
Chair.
Meyer was elected as chair by receiving four votes,
Sohns only receiving two.
with
Plann'ing Commission Minutes
January 23, ]989
Smith moved to nominate Michael as Vice-Chair, WetlanO
seconded..
Motion made by Weiland, seconded by ~mtth to cast a unanim-
ous hal lot, since there are no other nominattc~ns, to elect
M f chae I as V t ce-Cha t r. Mot f on carp f ~ urk~n t rm::>us l y.
Work Rules for 1989
Sohns suggested a change in the Work Rules: 2. to read so ~hat it
is states that all meetfngs be called at 7:30 p.m. and shall con-
clude.~t ][:00 p.m. unless waived by the majority.
MOTION made by ~hns, seconded by Smith to amend the Work
Rules on page t.w3~.., item 2. to read as follows:
2. Ali public hearings sha]l be held at City Hall. All
meetings shall be called at 7:30 p.m. and shall con-
clude at Il:00 p.m. unless wafv_ed by the majority. Any
business unfinished at the s'cheduled closing time,
shall be taken up at a subsequent>meeting designated by
the Chair.
Mot i on cart t ed unan t mous 1 y.
The Commission discussed adding a statement to the Work Rules
defining the "appointment" process when expired terms arise each
year. Jensen offered to bring this issue up to the Council at
their next meeting in order to obtain their iaeas and thoughts on
what the appointing process and rules Should be, and what the
time frame for this process should be.
MOTION made by S~tth seconded by Sohns to table the approval
of the 1989 Work Rules until the Planning Commission obtains
direction from the C['ty Council on the appointing/inter-
. %
viewing process. Motion carried unanimously.
Shoreland Management - Land Use
The City Planner referred to the "Working Paper Shoreland
Management" which is the most recent discussion paper being
reviewed by the Shoreland Management Subcommittee of the LMCD.
The land use districts which are presented on pages ]6 - ~8 were
discussed. This section refers to minimum lot sizes and set-
backs.
Planning Commission Minutes
January 2~, ~989
The Cities o¢ Mound and Spring Park are an exception to "C. One
to Four Unit Residential District," Oue to the minimum lot area
requirements. 42% of Mound's shoreline does not meet their lot
size requirements. An alternative is to aOopt a percentage tyme
standard on lots of record, for example figure 60% of a require~
lO,O00 square foot, this would acco~date the existing 6,000
square foot lots in Mound.
Another topic which the City Planner raised was Mound's commons
docks. They require docks be spaced 50' apart, while some of our
cc~mons docks are spaced only 20' apart. Also, required stair-
way landings must not exceed 32 square feet and 4' in width on
residential lots. ..
The City Planner enlightened the Commission on possible height
limits of s~ructures in' the ~urrounding communities and asked for
their' opinion of height limitations. He mentioned that they are
concerned wi'th buildings such as the Carlson Center which is
visible from 'Lake Mfnnetonka, and how other buildings of this
Stature~ would affect the lake} The currently proposed maximum
height"of a building within the shorelands is 35'. The Commis-
sion basically agreed that 35' is acceptable, having the building
height managed upwards out of the S'horeland.
'Housinq Maintenance Subcommittee
Sohns mentioned a desire to abolish the subco~mtttee which was
created to work on the Housing Haintenance and Occupancy Or-
dinance. If the need arises in the future for another committee
it can be formed at that time.
MOTION made by Sohns, seconded by Smith to abolish the cur-
renT subcommittee for the Housing Maintenance and Occupancy
Ordinance, as we know it. Motion carried unanimously.
It was further discussed which steps need to be taken to move on
the Housing Maintenance and Occupancy Ordinance. The Co~mission
recalled from a previous meeting held with the City Council that
a public hearing needs to be held and a outline of the concepts
for the ordinance needs to be posted in the paper ten days prior
to the public hearing. It was determined that everyone on the
Commission bring their ideas and concepts for an outline to the
next meeting on February 13, 1989 so it may be posted in the
paper for a public hearing to be.held in Harch.
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Plann,ing Commission Minutes
January 23, 1989
The new Chair, Meyer stated he would also write a letter to the
editor explaining that the Planning Commission intends to hold
puDlic hearing regarding this issue.
General Discussion
The City Manager reminded the Co~ission that they are inviteO to
the Public Works Facility Open House which will De on Sunday,
January 29th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
The City Manager informed the Commission that the City has
donated funds to the County Road ]5 Beautification Committee for
improvements to be done along the County Road 15 strip. An ar-
chitext'has been hired, and they wi ! 1 be holding community and
ci.ty input meetings which the Commission wi 1.1 be receiving
notifications of, if they wish to attend.
The City Manager also mentioned that a Letter or Certificate of'
Appreciation shou!d be presented to Thomas Reese at the next
Planning Commission meeting.
MoTIoN made by.S~lth secOnded by Sohns to adjourn the meet-
ing at t!:06 p.m.
Acting Chair, Frank Wefland
Chair,: Bill Meyer
Attest:
MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE
MOUND ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 13, 1989
Present were: Chair William Meyer, Commissioners Vern Andersen,
Brad Sohns, Frank Weiland, Jerry Clapsaddle, Kenneth Smith, and
Geoff Michael, Building Official Jan Bertrand; City Manager Ed
Shukle; and Secretary Peggy James. Absent and excused were Coun-
cil Representative Elizabeth Jansen and Commission Btll Thai.
Also present were the following interested persons: Denise & Jim
Roberge, Steve Burke, Richard Indritz of Reed & Pond, Clyde E.
Wallin, and Albert Mills.
Chair Bill Meyer called the meeting to order at 7:37 p.m.
Minutes
The Minutes of'January 23, I989 were presented for changes and/or
additions.
Sohns noted a change of page four, under Election of Offlcers,
second paragraph: delete "depending on the outcome of the Hous-
ing Maintenance and Occupancy Ordinance." and replace that por-
tion with "If the City does not set some realistic goals and es-
tablish action plans for achieving those goals and indicating to
City officials, departments, and commissions what their respon-
sibilities are regarding the attainment of those goals."
Sohns also requested that this correction be submitted to the
City Council at their meeting of February 28, 1989.
MOTION made by Wetland, seconded by Andersen, to approve the
Planning Commission Minutes of January 23, 1989 as corrected
and published. Motion carried unanimously.
Recognition of New Planning Commissioner
Chair Bill Meyer recognized and welcomed Carry ~lapsaddle to the
Planning Commission. Mr. Clapsaddle's term will expire December,
I991.
Planning Commission Minutes
February ]3, 1989
1. BOARD OF APPEALS
Case No. 89-801: Steve Burke, 1741 Bluebird Lane, Lots 11
12 except the westerly 1', Block 9, DreamwooO, PID #13-117-
24-24 0004; FENCE HEIGHT INTERPRETATION AND POSSIBLF
VARIANCE.
The Building Official reviewed the case history and reminded the
Commission that the City Planner will be submitting his views on
the current Fence ordinance and possible revisions at the
workshop meeting on February 28th. The Staff recommends approval
of the Fence height variance to allow a 6'2" to G~4" Fence height
because the intent was to install a 6' Fence, and to refund the
$50 variance application fee.
Jim Roberge, 1733 Bluebird Lane, spoke on his behalf. He Feels
that since the Zoni~..Code states " .'. . ¢ha11 not exceed
seventy-two (72) inches in height," the fence should not exceed
72 inches.
Sohns commented that the portion of the Ordinance which relates
t° the intent of 72 .'inches in height is poorly written, and that
he is more concerned with the neighbors view being blocked, even
though they are nOt considered "lakeshore lots."
MOTION made by Smith, seconded by Sohns to approve the staff
recon~nendation as a variance interpretation and refund the
$50 variance application Fee. HOTION Fail ecl with 3 in Favor
(Andersen, Sohns, and Smith), 3 opposed (Weiland, Michael,
and Meyer), and I abstained (Jerry Clapsaddle).
This case was scheduled to be heard at the City Counci 1
meeting of February 28, ]989, however the appltcant
requested that it be heard March 15, 1989 because he will be
out of town. Mr. Roberge stated he may be out of town on
March 15th and he will. contact City Hall to confirm that
March !Sth is okay.
Case No. 89-802: Clyde E. Wallin, 2003 Arbor Lane, Lots 32
and southwesterly 40' of Lot l~ Skarp and Lindquist's
Ravenswood. PID #!3-II7-24-41 0028; STREET VACATION OF
UNUSED ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY. PUBLIC HEARING.
The Building OFFicial explained the location of the subject
street to be vacated. The City Engineer r'ecommends that the
vacation of the 12' wide by 40' long strip of land be approved in
exchange For a permanent utility easement covering a watermain
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February ia, lg@g
and a hydrant, including the following condition: The property
owners at the end of Arbor Lane would be required to put suffi-
cient monies in escrow, estimated to be $1,200 to $1,500 for the
City to survey the property, prepare necessary easement descrip-
tions, and take other steps to assure that all properties at the
end of ArDor Lane have access.
Weiland expressed a concern regarding access for emergency
vehicles, including Fire engines, and the possibility of da~ge
to the land/sod with the vehicles. Will the easement be large
enough to accommodate this?
Richard ]ndritz of Reed and Pond spoke on Mr. Wallin's behalf
regarding the vacation and reviewed the history of the property.
Mr... Indrftz included the fact that the property owners at the end
of Arbor Lane purchased their own sewer and water because the
City, in 1966, declined the('r request to install it. The only
City owned utility on these lots is the fire hydrant. Hr. In-
dritz proposed for his client that he provide his own surveyor,
Coffin & Gronberg, who have quoted approximately $400 to $600.
Therefore, the Wallin's do .not_ feel they should be required to
put the'recommended amount of money into an escrow account.
Albert Hills, an abutting property:owner, reported that he does
not have any objections to the vacation.
The Commission discussed what an appropriate escrow amount would
be, and it was determined that the appropriate escrow amount
should be set by the City Council. It was also determined that
the City Council should 'choose which engineer they may use. The
Planning Commission confirmed with Hr. Indritz that the City At-
torney needs to approve the survey.
MOTION made by Wei land, seconded by Andersen, to approve the
City' Attorney's recommendation with the exception that an
appropriate escrow amount be determined by the City Counci 1
rather .than the amount recommended, and assure that al I
properties at the end of= Arbor Lane have access, including
access for emergency vehicles. Motion carried unanimously.
3. DISCUSSION/INFORMATIONAL
a. Comments on dredge application #89-629!
The Building Official .reported that this application has been ap-
proved by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed and the Mound Park Com-
mission. The Planning Commission had no objections to the
dredge.
Planning Commission Minutes
February 13, ]989
b. Approval oF 1989 Work Rules
MOTION made by Smith, seconded by Michael to accept the 1989
Planning Commission Work Rules as written. Motion carried
unanimously.
c. Review of Section 245 - Plannina Commission
Sohns referred to Section 245:45. Capital Improvement Program.
He does not Feel the Planning Commission has been incluOed in the
public works as it is stated in the Code. The Planning Commis-
sion agreed that Council Representative densen, should discuss
this s~bject with the City Council.
The Planning Commission also commented that they would like to be
updated on the City Council's goals and/or action plans For 1989.
The City Manager revie;~e.d some oF the items discussed at the C~ty
Council Goal Setting Session, including the informal meetings For
dtscussional purposes which has been scheduled For the third
Tuesday oF each month.
It was also expressed that the Planning CommisSion encourages the
City Council to seek their input when a Task Force or Commission
is being created. They would also like to be updated on current
Task Force discussions.
de
Housing Maintenance and Occupancy Ordinance:
outline For public hearing in March.
Concepts For
Sohns read a letter which he drafted. The Commission thought it
was well written, however commented on possibly shortening it, or
having more of a "bullet" format.
The tentative schedule is as Follows:
Due Publish
Date' Date
2-27-89
2-28-89
3-7-89 '3-13-89
& 3-14-89 '3-20-89
3-2]-89 3-27-89
3-7-89 3-13-89
3-27-89
- Final draft oF letter
- City Council approval oF letter
- publish letter/article in the Laker
- Meyer to publish Letter to the
Editor
- publish public heawing notice
in the Laker
- meeting date
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February ]3, ]989
(Note: The Laker deadline is 4:30 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to
the publish date. The Laker is: actually distributed on Satur-
days, however the formal "publish date" is Mondays.)
General Discussion
Andersen commented on the letter received From Stephen and
MaryEIlen Burke. He Feels that this letter should not have been
included with the case materials, but that it should have been
adOed as a discussionai item on the agenda.
MOT)ON made by Weiland, seconded by Smith .to adjourn the
meeting at lO:O0 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
Chair, Bill Meyer
Attest:
CITY of
MOUND
5341 MAYWOOD ROAD
MOUND, MINNESOTA 55364
(612J 472-1155
February 13, 1989
TO:
MAYOR
CITY COUNCIL
CITY M~AGER
PROM~ CITY CLERK
· The County has completed their data for 1989 for Mound. As you
know we no longer h~ve mill rates, it is called "tax capacity" so
we cannot compare last year to this year, except by percentages.
1989
TAX %
CAPACITY OF 1988
RATE TAx %__
City of Mound
School Dist. #277
Vocational School
County
Misc. Levies
Watershed Dist.
14.488% 15.00% 17.21%
47.916% 49.60% 48.67%
1.223% 1.27% 1.27%
27.101% 28.05% 27.02%
5.797% 6.00% 5.75%
.075% .08% .08%
TOTAL TAX RATE
$100 oF
TAX CAPACITY
96.600% 100.00% 100.00%
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FINAL TAX CAPACITY
1989
Tax Capacity
Contribution to Fiscal Disp.
Received from Fiscal Disp.
Tax Increment Value
TOTAL
8,577,414
332,128)
1,136,079
214,042)
9,167,323
The following is a comparison of the other cities in Ind. School
Dist~ %277:
1989
' TAX
CAPACITY
RATE
INDEPENDENCE 99 · I97 %
MINNETRISTA 94 . 363%
MOUND 96.600%
ORONO 91 . 330 %
SHOREWOOD 98 . 621%
SPRING PARK 101.339%
TO SEE HOW MOUND FITS INTO TEE OVERAJJ~ EENNEPIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL
TAX PICTURE, A BREAKDOWN OF MOUND'S TAX CAPACITY VERSUS THE OTHER
CITIES IS P, EQUIRED.
1989
MUNICIPAL TAX CAPACITIES
HENNE PIN COUNTY
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27,
28'.
29.
30.
31.
'32 o
33.
34.
35.
36.
37.
38.
39.
40.
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
ROCKFORD
MINNEAPOLIS
MAPLE PLAIN
CHANHASSEN
LONG LA/rE
ROBBINSDALE
INDEPENDENCE
SPRING PARK
LORETTO
GREENFIELD
ST. LOUIS PARK
DAYTON
¥~PLE GROVE:
MEDINA
EXCELSIOR
BROOKLYN PARK
OSSEO ·
GOLDEN VALLEY
SHOREWOOD
RICHFIELD
CH3%MPLIN
EDEN PRAIRIE
WAYZATA
HOPKINS
ROGERS
ST. ANTHONY
BLOOMINGTON
MINNETRISTA
HANOVER
CRYSTAL
MINNETONKA
MOUND
BROOKLYN CENTER
NEW HOPE
PLYMOUTH
ST. BONIFACIUS
MINNETONKA BEACH
CORCORAN
DEEPHAVEN
TONKA BAY
HASSEN
GREENWOOD
MEDICINE LAKE
EDINA
ORONO
WOODLAND
31.486
26.753
22.867
20.998
20.415
20.057
19.665
19..227
18.519
17.989
17.'089
16.923
16.845
16.837
16.816
16.739
16.700
16~666
16.509
16.420
16.342
15.953
15.826
15.635
15.442
15.218
15.164
14.831
14.767
14.759
14.660
14.488
14.260
13.868
13.104
'33. 036
12.659
12.442
12.026
12.018
11.883
11.600
11.180
9.887
9. 628
7.561'
The following is a scenario on how the new tax capacity will affect
different valued homes in 1989 and 1990 if the Local Tax Capacity and
the market value stayed the same.
1989 WITH HOMESTEAD CREDIT STILL IN PLACE
MARKET
VALUE
GROSS
TAX GROSS LOCAL HOME-
CAPACITY TAX TAX GROSS STEAD NET
% CAPACITY CAPACITY TAX CREDIT TAX
33,000 X 2.17%
= 716 X 96.6% = 692 - 349 = 343.
50,000 X 2.17%
= 1085 x 96.6% = 1048 - 529 = 519.
75,000
68,000 X 2.17%
7,000 x 2.5 %
= 1651 x 96.6% = 1595 - 725 = 870.
125,000
68,000 X '2.17%
32,000 X 2.5 %
25,000 X 3.3 %
= 3101 X 96.6% = 2996 - 725 = 2271.
200,000
68,000 X 2.17%
32,000 X 2.5 %
100,000 X 3.3 %
= 5576 X 96.6% = 5386 - 725 = 4661.
300,000
68,000 X 2.17%
32,000 X 2.5 %
200,000 X 3.3 %
= 8876 X 96.6% = 8574 - 725 = 7849.
1990 WITHOUT HOMESTEAD CREDIT
MARKET NET TAX GROSS TAX LOCAL TAX
VALUE CAPACITY CAPACITY CAPACITY
33,000 X 1.00% =
330 X 96.6%
500 X 96.6%
50,000 X 1.00% =
75,000
68,000 X 1.00% =
855 X 96.6%
125,000
68,000 X 1.00%
32,000 X 2.5 %
25,000 x 3.3 %
2305 X 96.6%
200,000
68,000 X 1.00%
32,000 X 2.5 %
100,000 X 3.3 %
4780 x 96.6%
300,000
68,000 x 1.00%
32,000 x 2.5 %
200,000 x 3.3 %
8080 x 96.6%
NET
TAX
= 319.
= 483.
= 826.
= 2227.
: 461'7.
= 7805.
'Prior ,70+ classes replaced by 42 classes.
OLD CLASSIFICATION PERCENTAGES COMPARED TO NEW TAX. CAPACITY PERCERTAGES
PAYABLE !988, !959, !990
TYPE OF PROPERTY
1988 CLASSIFI-
CATION %
1959 GROSS TAX
CAPACITY %
1990 RET T~
CAPACITY %
Residential Homestead
First $68,000
$68,000 - 100,000
Over $100,000
%,. ·
Commercial/Industrial
First $60,000
$60,000 - 100,000
Over $100,000
17 % 2.17 % 1.0 %
27 2.5 2.5
27 3.3 3.3
28 3.3 3.3
43 -. 3.3 -- 3.3
43 5.25 5.2'3 *
Homestead
House
First $65,000
Over $65,000
Land Under 320 acres
First $65,000
Over $65,000
Land Over 320 acres
First $65,000
Over $65,000 ~
Non-Homestead
House, Garage, 1 acre
Land
Timberland
14 1.75 0.805
18 2.2 2.2
14 1.75 1.12
18 2.25 1.44
14 1.75 1.295
18 2.25 1.665
18 2.7 2.7
18 1.665 1.665
18 2.25 1.665
This high-value C/I rate is scheduled to decline to 5.2% in Pay 1991
and to 5.15% in Pay 1992 and subsequent years.
Residential Non-Homestead
Apartments:
3 or less units
4 or more units
Type I and II
FHA Buildings
Title II, M~HA, Sect. 8
28
34
25
20
3.5
4.1
3.5
1.5
2.5
3.5
4.1
3.5
1.5
2.5
Er~i oy~ent Property
First $50,000
Over $50,000
Border City:
First.S60,000
$60 - $100,000
· Over $100,000
Seasonal Recreational
Non-commercial (cabins)
C°m~erCia! (resorts)
Family-operated resorts
.~u2~lic Utility Machinery
20
21.5
38.5
38.5
21
33.3
2.5
3.5
3.3
3.3
4.8
2.3
2.6
0'.9'
2.5
3.5
3.3
3.3
4.8
2.3
2.6
0.9
4.6
Vacant Land
Other Property
4O
5.25
5.25
5.25
5.25
HENNEPIN
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Environment & Energy Division
822 South 3rd Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415-1208
348-6846
February 16, 1989
To Whom This May Concern:
RE: Landfill Surcharge Tax on the Disposal of Solid Waste
Laws of Minnesota 1988, Chapter 685, Section 19, removed the $.25 per cubic
yard cap on the Landfill Surcharge that a Metropolitan County may charge to
dispose of mixed municipal solid waste.
The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing at
10:00 A.M. on March 9, 1989, with the intent of amending Hennepin County
Ordinance 10, solid Waste Surcharge Ordinance, to begin collecting $2.00 per
cubic.yar~d for all mixed municipal sOlid waste. This new fee of $2.00 per
cubic yard will be similar to the other three Metropolitan Counties with
landfills.
The revenues from this fee must be used only for "...landfill abatement
purposes or cost of closure, post-closure care and response actions or for
purposes of mitigating and compensating for the local risk costs and other
adverse affects of facilities."
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Michael Brandt
at 348-3836 or me at 348-4046.
Division Engineer
Enclosure - Public Hearing Notice
cc: Vern Genzlinger
Pat Murphy
HENNEPIN COUNTY
an equal opportunity employer
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing,
before the Public Service Committee on Thursday, March 9, 1989 at 10:00 A.M.
for the purpose of amending Hennepin County Ordinance Number Ten, Hennepin
County Solid Waste Surcharge Ordinance. The fee of $.25 cents per cubic
yard will be changed to $2.00 per cubic yard on the disposal of mixed
municipal solid waste at solid waste facilities within Hennepin County,
beginning May.l, 1989. The meeting Will be held in the Board Room, 24th
floor of the Administration Tower, Hennepin County Government Center, 300
South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, MN.
TAD ~UDE
COM. MI$$1ONER
BOARD OF HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
2400 GOVERNMENT CENTER
MINNI~APOLI$, MINNESOTA 55487
PHONE
348 - 3084
TDD: 348 '7708
February 16, 1989
Steve Smith
Mayor, City of Mound
5341Maxwood Road
,Mound, MN ~5364
Dear Steve:
Thank you for jo£ning me at community office hours
on Saturday, February 4-th at the. WestonkaHennepin
County Library.
This was a good opportunity to visit regarding issues
before the county.
Please let me know if I can be of further assistance
on matters of concern.
Sincerely,
Lindy and John Purdy
1975 Fagerness Pt, Rd,
Wayzata, MN 55391
February 17, 1989
Mayor Steve Smith
Mound City Council
5341 Maywood Rd,
Mound, MN 55364
Dear Mayor Smith and Council Members,
I am writing to encourage you to take a look at the
disasterous condition of the Westonka School System. We
reside in the City of Orono, but we have 2 children who
have been in the Westonka district for 9 years, In those
9 years, we have put in a great deal of effort to improve
both the programs and the image of Westonka, During the
various referendum battles we have worked on, the City of
Mound, which has much at stake, has chosen to remain silent
or to 'chime in with the very negative block of critics,
The School District is now faced with the most serious
budget deficit which is compounded by the state mandated
Open Enrollment policy,. -
We are part of a large block of "fringe" Westonka
residents who have enrolled our children in a neighboring
district next year, This was. a very difficult decision
for us to make because Westonka could have so much to
offer if the community would work together for the betterment
of the schools, but instead they seem to have fragmented
into negative self-interest groups, What you may not realize
is that most of us will have no reason to visit Mound when
our kids are no longer in school there, We will also have
no occasion to spend money in Mound as we have over the
last 9 years, I also feel that our property values will
reflect the dismal school situation and new residents and
businesses will be discouraged,
I would like to suggest that you get a committee established
to work with the School District, to support it, to improve
it and to bring back some pride and unity. I am convinced
that as the School District goes, so will go the City of Mound,
Yours very truly,
Lindy Purdy
GEN OLSON
Senator 43rd District
133 State Office Building
St. Paul. Minnesota 55155
¢6121 296-1282
Home:
6750 Count,, Road 110 West
Mound. Minnesota 5536.:
{ 612 i 472-3306
Senate
State of Minnesota
TOWN MEETING NOTICE
Rep. John Burger and I have scheduled a Town Meeting
for next Saturday, February 25 at 10 a.m. in the Westonka
Library community room.
While a notice appeared in local papers, busy people
may have missed it. We wan~ed to be sure you knew we'd be
there looking forward to meeting with you to discuss legislative
issues of concern.
Education, property taxes, .solid waste, groundwater protection,
Eurasi~an watermilfoil, health insurance for the uninsured
are but a few of the issues the 1989 Legislature must grapple
with in this biennial budget-setting year.
Bring your opinions, your questions, and your friends.
Sincerely,
Gen Olson
State Sehator
GO/bk
COMMITTEES: · Education · Environme~t & Natural Resources · Local &
Urban Government · Public Utilities & Energy · Education Aids Subcommittee
SERVING: Deephaven. Eden Prairie (portions of). Excelsior. Greenxvood. I_ong
Lake. Minnetonka (portions of). Minnetonka Beach. 5li:metrista. Mound. Orono.
St. Bonifacius. Shorewood. Spring Park. Tonka Bay and \\bodland
LAKE. MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING
MINNETONKA HIGH SCHOOL '.~;'.!~-:
January 25, 1989
The regular meeting of the Lake Minnetonka Conservation District was called
to order by Chair JoEllen Hurr at 9:05 p.m., Wednesday, January 25, 1989, Minne-
tonka Senior High School.
Present. Chair JoEllen Hurr, Orono; Vice Chair Tom Reese, Mound; Secretary
Jan Boswinkel, Minnetonka Beach; Treasurer March Westlund, Wayzata; Bert Foster,
Deephaven; Jim Grathwol, Excelsior; Dave Cochran, Greenwood; Bob Pillsbury,
Minnetonka; John Lewman, Minnetrista; Ron Kraemer, Spring Park; Bob Rascop,
Shorewood; Marv Bjorlin, Tonka Bay; John Malinka, Victoria; Bob Slocum, Woodland;
Attorney Charles LeFevere; Consultant David Arndorfer; Executive Director Gene
Strommen.
Absent. None.
Ai~PROVAL OF MINUTES. Upon presentation by Chair Hurr, Reese moved, Kraemer
seconded that the minutes of December 28, 1988 be approved as mailed. The
motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS. There were 'no public comments offered at this time.
COMMUNICATIONS. There were no communications to present at this time.
REPORTS:
A. Chair Hurt Report.
1) Performance review, Executive Director's completion of six months pro-
bationary period. Chair Hurr reported that she and the officers had
met to review the Executive Director's performance since his appointment
July 1, 1988. The Executive Director's performance was assessed as
highly satisfactory according to the summation of the officers, Chair
Hurr reported. A performance objective outline prepared by the Executive
Director was presented to the Board for their review and further comment.
Chair Hurr requested that Board members desiring to comment on the
outline contact the Chair with their input and recommendations. Chair
Hurr recognized Duane Markus, Wayzata, who offered the suggestion to
the Board that it consider emergency funds for a temporary assistant.
Markus'has been a frequent visitor to the office and observed a high
volume of work being handled by the small staff.
Hurr moved, Boswinkel seconded that the Executive Director be awarded
a compensation adjustment of 6% to his base salary and an additional
one-time merit bonus of $1,500.00, and an adjustment in insurance re-
imbursement allowance to $165 per month, an increase from the present
$125 per month, to cover actual out-of-pocket insurance costs for health,
life, and disability insurance as provided in the. original hiring agree-
ment, the compensation and insurance adjustments to be retroactive
to January 1. The motion carried unanimously.
LMCD Board Minutes
January 25, 1989
A. 2)
A. '3)
The Executive Director expressed his appreciation to the Board for
their vote of confidence. He looks forward to a long-term relationship
with the District which he recently reinforced by purchasing a home
in the Greenwood area.
Performance review, Administrative Secretary annual evaluation. Chair
Hurr reported that the Executive' Director has met with Secretary Joan
Mansk and completed her annual performance review through January,
1989. It was noted that Joan will be reaching her 15th anniversary
in July 1989. This experience has provided valuable resources to the
Executive Director in his early months in the position. Chair Hurr
expressed the officers' and Board's appreciation for Joan's commitment
to the LMCD.
Hurr moved, Pillsbury seconded that Mansk receive a 3% compensation
adjustment effective January 1, 1989 in addition to a one-time $200
merit bonus. The motion carried unanimously.
Official newspaper designation. Recognizing the maximum Lake coverage
LMCD requires in its communication to the residents and business community,
and sin'de in practice'the pdblication of official notices iscustomarily
directed towards all three major weekly newspapers,
Hurr moved, Reese seconded that the Sailor, Laker, and Weekly News
be~designated as the three"official newspapers for LMCD. In the discus-
sion it was pointed out that the editorial support Of all three newspapers
has been very strong in many areas of public information being required
particularly during this past year, the newspapers being complimented
for their initiative and extensive coverage of LMCD activities. The
motion carried unanimously.
A. 4) Legal service request for proposals. Hurr moved, Reese seconded that
the request for proposals for legal service be initiated, and request
for proposals also be~invited on the District's accounting and banking
services.. The question was raised in the discussion as to the present
legal service continuing during the period for which request for pro-
posa~s would be invited, an'd Hurr affirmed that the LeFevere law offices
wou~d continue to provide the legal service during this time. The
motion carried with Boswinkel, Cochran, Grathwol, Le~an, and Rascop
voting Nay.
A. 5) Additional Board Chair communications. Chair Hurr reported that she
had recently met with Larry Kitto, Chair of the Metropolitan Council's
Parks and Open Space Commission, who expressed concern and a willing-
ness to look further into how the Met Council may support the LMCD
in its Eurasian water milfoil efforts.
B. Treasurer's Report
The financial condition as of 12/31/88 was presented by Treasurer Westlund.
Cash receipts were high for the month, reflecting advances by a number
of cities in their levy payments, as well as a growing response to the
Eurasian water milfoil investment in the Save the Lake fund. Bills for
approval were presented totaling $13,698.53.
LMCD Board Minutes 3 January 25, 1989
Cochran moved, Bjorlin seconded that the Treasurer's report and vouchers
for payment be approved as recommended. The motion carried unanimously.
Standing Committees
1) WATER STRUCTURES & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE
a) Approval of action report of 1/14/89. Chairperson Cochran reviewed
the committee report, highlighting the various actions and reconnmen-
dations taken.
c. l) b)
Cochran moved, Rascop seconded that the action report be accepted
as presented. The motion carried unanimously.
Wayzata Yacht Club deicing permit review. The Wayzata Yacht Club
deicing on its site west of the City of Wayzata public access was
reviewed by Chair Hurr as reported in the 1/14/89 Water Structures
and Environment Committee action report. The committee recommended
approval of the deicing application to include the dock area west
of the Wayzata public access, based on the principal of the extension
of an existing deicing area as applied to the Rockvam deicing appli-
cation.
A communication f{om Attdrney LeFevere states that the Wayzata
Yacht Club deicing is not a comparable situation to Rockvam's due
to intervening public access. A question exists as to what the
Board intended as a new installation. LeFevere's communication
also notes that the Wayzata Yacht Club is the dock-use-area "owner"
in two locations. Any future dock-use-area "owner" in non contiguous
sites could similarly request deicing based upon any considerations
given the Wayzata Yacht Club in this instance.
Westlund cited the danger aspect of deicing on both sides of a
public access; he expressed concern for any responsibility LMCD
might assume. Chandler noted there is a potential problem depending
upon weather, but at the present time the installation has been
regularly observed as safe. Westlund further questioned the war-
ranting of the polyethylene curtain, putting trust in a "home-made"
apparatus as opposed to a "technology" the Wayzata Yacht Club
describes it has developed from similar polyethylene curtain instal-
lations. Rascop saw the issue simply as one that the LMCD Board
is governed by the Code provision which does not allow for any
new deicing installations. Reese added that the Board is requiring
Chapman Place to install seasonal docks due to no new deicing instal-
lations being permitted.
Hurr asked LeFevere if LMCD is undertaking liability for granting
a deicing license which may later result in a public injury. Le-
Fevere expressed that that was not likely. Cochran noted that,
while ice is described as never safe, LMCD does authorize an un-
natural condition with deicing allowances. Further question was
raised as to the requirement for deicing operations carrying appro-
priate insurance. This will be verified for its inclusion on the
deicing application.
LMCD Board Minutes 4 January 25, 1989
Westlund moved, Rascop seconded the denial of deicing on the Wayzata
Yacht Club west site. Hurr spoke against the motion, recommending
the continuation of the deicing with regular inspection. A written
communication from the City of Wayzata was also presented, dated
1/24/89, wherein the city objects to the deicing of a separate
and non continuous docking area. The City of Wayzata further stated
that it accepts no liability if deicing on both sides of the public
access is approved, and it Will hold the LMCD responsible.
Grathwol moved, Slocum seconded to table the question, referring
the item back to committee, with further recommendations to be
given to the Board. The motion carried with Bjorlin, Kraemer,
Rascop, Reese, and Westlund voting Nay. It was noted that the
item will be a part of the Saturday, February 11, Dock Committee
agenda. The City of Wayzata is invited to comment to the committee
at that meeting.
Duane Markus, Wayzata resident, questioned the Board as it continues
to allow the Wayzata Yacht Club to deice in the west site when
the Rosekrans property immediately adjacent to the west site has
not been notified of the deicing operation. Hurr reiterated her
assessment ~hat the operation can be continued safely. Kraemer
noted that he was not sure about the judgment of safety in this
instance. The Wayzata Yacht Club was urged to communicate with
the LMCD staff to assure the safety of its operation.
C. 1.' ci' Upper Minnetonka Yacht cI~b/RDP Partners' Special Density Permit
application. Cochran moved, Foster seconded the approval of the
Upper Minntonka Yacht Club/RDP'Partners' Special Density application
with the amenities as recommended by the Water Structures Committee,
authorizing the attorney to draft the final Order for this appli-
cation. The following discussion ensued.
Co
Reese reported he'believes the enormity of the project does not
warrant this special permit, that it is the wrong project for the
wrong~-location. Kraemer noted that the amenities to him are not
.'new, but are being moved from one site to another, namely the sailing
and swimming programs which already exist. Westlund agreed that
· the amenities are not open to the public, that a person must be
involved in a specific segment of activity to be included as part
of the public. Hurr supported the amenities as valuable public
services in the area of swimming, sailboard instruction, and sailing
· lessons which are advertised to the public by the Westonka Community
Service. Kraemer viewed the "weighing" of amenities as introducing
a new concept, this not being consistent wit~ past practices.
Hurr pointed out that the user-occasions have added greater value
to the amenities, even though they may be fewer in number.
Upon vote of the motion, the motion carried with Bjorlin, Kraemer,
Reese and Westiund voting Nay, and Rascop abstaining.
d)
Chapman Place Marina multiple dock license renewal. Robert Cuthill
was present representing the applicant. Cuthill requested the
Board's reconsideration of the dock extension to the originally
LMCD Board Minutes 5 January 25, 1989
C. 1. ~)
C. 1. f)
c. 1. g)
c. 1.
requested 129 feet, the four-foot cutback representing a navigable
problem between the docks as advised by their independent dock
operating contractor.
Cochran moved, Rascop seconded with the allowance of a friendly
amendment to allow the 129 foot extension, with the draft of the
final Order to be prepared by the attorney. The motion carried
unanimously.
Rascop further moved, Hurr seconded, that any back-due license
fees be paid as part of the renewal application. The motion carried
unanimously.
Cuthill expressed his appreciation to the LMCD Executive Director
and staff as well as Tom Reese for the{r assistance in preparing
the many considerations in arriving at this multiple dock renewal
application and license.
Rosenblum/Ulrich variance request public hearing. Reese moved,
Bjorlin seconded, that the public hearing for the Rosenblum/Ulrich
variance request be set for 7 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, 1989,
prior to the regu.lar Board meeting. The motion carried unanimously.
St. Alban's Bay Marina & Yacht Club variance request. Cochran
moved, Rascop seconded that the public hearing for the St. Alban's
Bay Marina & Yacht Club variance request be set for 7 p.m., Wednes-
day, February 22, 1989, prior to the regular Board meeting. The
motion carried unanimously.
Administrative fee requirement for non renewing dock licenses.
Upon recommendation of the committee, Bjorlin moved, Rascop seconded
that a $25 annual administrative fee be required for continuous
recording of dock license renewals in the instance where a dock
license would be held in abeyance for one or more years. The motion
carried unanimously.
DNR permit reviews for dredging, shoreline applications. Upon
committee recommendation, Boswinkel moved, Bjorlin seconded that
the following DNR permit applications be recommended for approval:
(1) Edwin Gage permanent dock across wetlands, Stubbs Bay, Orono.
(2) Grays Bay Resort & Marina dredging, Grays Bay, Minnetonka
(3) William Skadsberg retaining wall repair, Gideons Bay, Excelsior
(4) Pheasant Lawn Channel homeowners dredging, Carmans Bay, Orono
(5) Gary Baker dock access, Forest Lake, Orono
The motion carried unanimously.
Chair Hurr added that in conjunction with the dredging permit review,
a discussion was started with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
and DNR concerning dredging and LMCD's possible expanded role in
the dredging review process. It was pointed out that inspections
are conducted randomly by the MCWD and less often by the DNR which
relies on the Watershed District'for inspection assistance. Further
LMCD Board Minutes 6 January 25, 1989
c. ~) i)
c. l) 3)
discussions will be recommended to the Water Structures Committee,
Chair Hurr concluded.
Shoreline fill violation, Dennis Carlson, St. Alban's Bay, Green-
wood. The committee recommendation for a letter to be sent to
the DNR and City of Greenwood concerning the needed corrections
on this shoreline fill violation was concurred upon by the Board
without vote.
1989 dock license renewal applications. Dock licensees requesting
renewals for 1989, including their continuing orders and stipula-
tions, with city certification having been received, were presented
per the outline of January 25, 1989, to include A1 & Alma's Supper
Club Corp., Cochranes Boatyard, Inc., Curly's Minnetonka Marina,
Inc., Dennis Boats, Driftwood Shores Assn., Gideons Point Homeowners
Assn., Hennepin County at Spring Park, Lafayette Ridge Homeowners
Association, Inc[, Lakeshore Village, Lord Ftetchers of the Lake,
Pizza on the Lake, Rockvam Boat yards, Inc. sites t and 2, Seton
· View/Niccum Development, and West Beach Apartments.
Cochran moved, Pillsbury seconded that the dock license applica-
tions be approved, as recommended. The motion carried unanimously.
C. 2. LAKE USE COM)flTTEE
C. 2.
C. 2.
a) Approval of action report of 1/23/89. Upon review Of the action
repOrt by Chair.Pillsbury, Pillsbury moved, .Reese seconded that
the action report of 1/23/89 be approved as presented. The motion
carried unanimously.
b) Wake hazard subcommittee organization. Upon recommendation, of
the Lake Use Committee, Pillsbury moved, Reese seconded the estab-
lishment of a Wake Hazard Subcommittee which would study issues
relating to interference caused by excessive wakes, the subcommit-
tee to report its recommendations through the Lake Use Committee.
The motion carried unanimously.
c) Amendments to Resolution 59, 'a policy providing guidance for the
issuance of open water fishing contest permits on Lake Minnetonka.
Ras%op moved, Lewman seconded that the committee-recommended amend-
ments to Resolution 59 be adopted and staff directed to prepare
the amendments as presented. The motion carried unanimously.
c. 2. d)
Water Patrol report. Sgt. Bill Chandler supplemented his Lake
Use Committee Water Patrol report by indicating, a recent DWI arrest
on the Lake. The Patrol also broke a small juvenile fish house
theft ring. Chandler then reviewed the recent situation where
two Water Patrol Deputies were assaulted while attempting ~o correct
a speeding violation. Gross misdemeanor charges have been filed
against the parties involved, and Chandler invited the LMCD legal
counsel to represent the Water Patrol in its case.
Rascop moved, Boswinkel seconded, that the L~.~CD legal counsel be
'directed to review the charges and conduct the prosecution for
the Water Patrol. The motion carried unanimously.
LMCD Board Minutes 7 January 25, 1989
C. 2. e) Special Events review. Upon review of the committee report for
Special Event Permits, Pillsbury moved, Foster seconded that the
following Special Event Permits be approved as recommended:
Lord Fletchers broomball courts
Wayzata Chamber of Commerce Chilly Open (including ice fishing con-
test) February 4 and 5, Wayzata Bay
Birchview Elementary School PTO ice fishing contest February 12,
Wayzata Bay
Holiday-Johnson Crappie Contest April 22, ease-off and weigh-in
at Lord Fletcher's
American Scholarship Foundation bass tournament June 4, ease-off
at Goose Island, weigh-in at Mound Bay Park
Wednesday Night bass tournaments June 14 to August 23, ease-off
and weigh-in at Goose Island
Westonka Chamber of Commerce ice fishing contest February 5, Spring
Park Bay
The motion carriej unanimously.
C. 2.
f) Special Event Permit new application. An application from the
Westonka Chamber of Commerce for an ice fishing contest in Spring
Park in conjunction with the Chilly Open was moved for approval
by-PillsburY, seconded by Kraemer, per the stiPulations recommended
by the committee. The motion carried unanimously.
D. Special Committees
1. ADVISORY COMMITTEE. Consultant Dave Arndorfer summarized the Advisory
Committee report of 1/18/89 as provided to the Board. Special atten-
tion on the Shoreland Protection Subcommittee review was highlighted.
Arndorfer noted that the 100% representation by the LMCD cities as
providing full input into the Shoreland. Rules review. The third
meeting on Thursday, February 9 will consider a draft of the
recommended changes to date. The results of this draft will then be
forwarded to the city councils to begin their review and input on the
ultimate final recommendations to be made on Shoreland Rules.
The Fisheries Subcommittee has conducted its two meetings and a draft
report will be presented later in February. The first meeting for
Public Safety will be held on Thursday, February 16. Arndorfer also
called attention to the rescheduling of the winter workshop originally
set for March. Due to cash flow concerns, this will be rescheduled
in June or'July as detailed in the minutes. A progress report on the
revised plans will be made at the February 8 Advisory Committee meeting
set for 7:30 p.m.. at the Tonka Bay City Hall.
Tom Reese reported a very active exchange with public participants
at the first management plan public meeting held January 19 in the
~CD Board Minutes
January 25, 1989
Mound-Westonka High School. Approximately 25 people were in attendance'
and the meeting generated a constructive two-hour dialogue. The second
public meeting is Thursday, January 26 at the Wayzata Senior High School,
followed by consecutive Thursday meetings February 2 at St. Louis Park
City Council Chambers, February 9 at Minnetonka Community Room, and
February 16 at the Edina City Council Chambers. Board members are
encouraged to attend one or more of these public meetings.
D. 2) EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL TASK FORCE progress.
a)
January 7 public meeting review. Chairperson Tom Reese expressed
his appreciation to the several Board members who attended the
two public meetings on Saturday, January 7 at Minnetonka City Hall
and Mound-Westonka High School. Some 175 people attended the two
meetings, according to Reese. Public interest was high and very
supportive of the initiative the LMCD has taken in preparing a
weed control program. A summary of public comments was circulated
to the Board and is available through the LMCD.
2)' b)
Fund raising progress and Board involvement. Total funds raised
to date are $15,200, Executive Director Strommen reported. About
a third of this money cam~ in since the public meetings were held
in direct response to pledge cards distributed at the public meetings,
while the balance has been coming in as a result of the news features.
Reese pointed out how essential it is that the 1989 weed control
program be put into place fOr Lake Minnetonka. The start this
summer will lay the groundwork for assuring that the 1990 support
from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Department of Natural
Resources will be available to continue a creditable program.
Reese added that he has a request into an area foundation which
hopefully will be a key participant with the first major investment.
Chair Hurr called attention to a proposed fund raiser being developed
by KDWB-FM radio with the Minnetonka Boat Works as a prospective
sponsor. A detailed summary was presented to the Board members.
The campaign concept is to produce and promote a special decal
which can be.displayed on watercraft. It would serve to attract
funds from off-Lake boaters who are not being approached at the
present time for funding assistance. The campaign will also build
community awareness on the Eurasian water milfoil problem. Since
the concept is still under consideration by the Minnetonka Boat
Works, and it may require further evaluation as to the final details
by which it is to be carried out, Chair Hurr requested the Board
officers be authorized to work with KDWB-FM radio and prospective
sponsors to put together an appropriate fund raising package.
Le~an moved, Foster seconded that the LMCD officers be authorized
to negotiate an appropriate fund raising plan with KDWB-FM'radio
and the appropriate sponsors to help build community awareness
and raise funds for the Eurasian water milfoil weed control effort.
The motion carried unanimously.
D. 2) c)
Lake community participation in operating costs. As requests for
funds are being explored through county and state agencies, Reese
stated he sees it necessary that the Lake cities on Minnetonka
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D. 2) d)
join in the funding partnership to assure everyone's role in the
funding process is included. A copy of the 1989 LMCD budget levy
investment levels for the cities was circulated among the Directors
as a guideline for the cities to consider for their investment
level. If all the cities were to participate at that level, an
additional $100,000 would be raised towards the total program,
these dollars being very significant, particularly towards the
equipment operating cost, Reese added. Ras¢op spoke in support
of a written invitation to the cities to invest in the weed control
program, the Shorewood City Council expressing receptivity to a
proposal at its last council meeting.
Lewman moved, Kraemer seconded that the cities receive a written
request to support the LMCD weed control program in an amount equal
to their budget levy provision. The motion carried unanimously.
Citizen proposal for weed-pulling equipment. Cob Burandt was present
to introduce a concept for weed pulling which utilizes a power-driven
drum on equipment somewhat similar to weed harvesting api~aratus
to pull weeds rather than cut them. Burandt indicated he had recent
success doing a cattail-pulling program in Shaver's Lake, Minnetonka.
Reese requested'%hat an outline be presented to-the Task FoKce
at its Friday, February 17 meeting, 8:30 a.m., Freshwater Founda'tion.
E. Executive Director's Report
1)
E. 2)
AdminiJtrative update. Strommen called the Board's attention to a
new position title and position description for Joan Mansk, Administra-
tive Secretary, which combines the secretarial duties with her new
supervisory responsibilities with the Bookkeeper/Clerk. Strommen com-
plimented Mansk on her handling of a growing area of responsibilities
since last summer, particularly in light of the low water concerns,
Eurasian Water Milfoil Task Force activities and the current fund raising
program, and the added activity of the Management Plan Study.
Rascop moved, Malinka.seconded that the position description be accepted
as presented. The motion carried unanimously.
Priority meeting summary. The summary of meetings and exchanges with
government, civic and community leaders was presented for the Board's
information.
ADJOURNMENT. There being no further unfinished business or new business, Rascop
moved, Pillsbury seconded that the meeting be adjourned, at 11:07 p.m. The
motion carried unanimously.
Submitted by:
Jan Boswinkel, Secretary
Approved by:
JoEllen L. Hurr, Chair
LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT
ADVISORY CO~-~ITTEE
Minutes
~:30 pm, Wed., Feb. 8, 1989, Tonka Bay Village Hall
Present:
LMCD Directors Tom Reese, Chair; Dave Cochran, Greenwood; Jim Grathwol,
Excelsior; John Malinka, Victoria; Bob RAscop, Shorewood; Jim Ault,
Hennepin County Public Works; Bill Becker, ~ DNR; Chuck Bellingham,
Hennepin Parks; Randy Duncan, Bart Engineering; .Jack Mauritz, Metro-
politan Council; Nels Nelson, Bart Engineering; Joel Settles, Hennepin
Conservation District; Neal Weber; Frank Mixa; Executive Director Gene
Strommen, Consultant Dave Arndorfer;
PROJECT SCHEDL~E, PROGRESS REPORT. Arndorfer reviewed the schedule of accomplish-
ments as summarized on the 1/20/89 report presented at the meeting, as well as the
Management Plan project calendar of 2/1/89. Billings for the service period through
1/20/89 were $8,352. The committee accepted the report as presented.
SUB COM>IITTEE ItEETINGS AND ORGANIZATION PROGRESS.
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Shoreland Protection - The third meeting set for 2/9/89. The minutes of 1/18
highlighted the progress through the second meeting of this sub-committee.
'Participation has been active and representation 100% from the cities to date.
Fisheries - the draft ze~ort h~s been prepared following the second meeting
with a report to follow in this meeting.
Public Safety- The first meeting is set for 8:00 am, Thurs., 2/16/89 at the
· new South Shore Fires Station. Rascop confirmed he will be present on behalf
of ~MCD.~ Mayors and city administrators have'been advised of the committee
organization and meeting plans utilizing their law enforcement leadership.
Wetlands - The first meeting will be set in March. Issues earlier reported in
the Management outline of 9/30/88 include the development of a plan to protect
wetlands from encroachment and to enhance species diversity through control of
exotic species. Purple loosestrife represents an "exotic" species to be
addressed in this study. It has interrelationships with fisheries and the water
quality sub-committees. The Army Corps of Engineers influence on wetland preser-
vation will be compared with state and local plans as reported in the 10/5/88
Advisory Committee minutes. The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District wetland
inventory must also be analyzed as part of this study.
Membership make-up on this sub-committee is critical, it was noted, with all
cities ~gain having a stake in its outcome. Cities must be made aware of the
MC~ wetland criteria. A policy on wetland alteration, mitigating the loss of
one area by its replacement with another will be essential to maintaining the
wetland balance. Arndorfer invited recommendations for participants.
A complete sub-committee meeting schedule with dates foK at least the next 60-90
was :equested to be available for the LMCD Board meeting of 2/22/89.
PUBLIC }~ETING PROGRESS. The 1/19 meeting at Mound stands as the best citizen
response, with 23 in attendance. Nine people attended the 1/26 meeting in Wayzata,
and none appeared at the 2/2 meeting in St. Louis Park, the first "off-lake"
meeting site. Hinnetonka is the location for 2/9 and'the last meeting is 2/16
in Edina's City Hall. Advance paid newspaper ads were running the week prior to
meetings in the SAILOR newspaper following the initial public service news release.
Samples were circulated among the committee members. Highlights of public response
will follow the meeting schedule completion 2/16.
LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT
ADVISORY COP~ITTEE, Minutes; 2/8/89, Page 2
WINTER USE }~NITORING. Initial response indicates various residents' difficulties
with user groups, such as vehicles too close to the shore. This is likely a
combination of need for enforcement and communication of the restriction on travel-
ing within the "shorezone". The Water Patrol reported in earlier conversations with
the executive director that there is difficulty in "forcing" a vehicle to travel
beyond the 150' shorezone when at the same time the ice is described as "not safe".
This creates an enforcement conflict with safety issues.
To date response has been 41% from residents, 35% from non-residents and 29% from
ice fishing participants. Arndorfer predicts responses will continue to come in
at a high rate of return. A preliminary survey status was circulated.
CONFERENCE BUDGET RE-ALLOCATION. Arndorfer reviewed his outline on Reconsideration
of the Conference on Access and Density Standards from the introduction to this
change consideration at the 1/18/89 Advisory Committee meeting. The 2/1/89 outline
noted the shifts in budget and alteration in schedule among tasks 703 and 704.
It was the committee's concensus that this met with what it had in mind during the
January meeting discussion, particularly the need for the June-July conference.
FACILITY INVENTORY REVIEW. Task 105 is still being refined, the difficulties in
preparing the base map still not resolved. Frank Mixa is set to take an in-depth
review to assist in the necessary adjustments.
FISHERIES DRAFT. Randy Duncan conducted an overview of the draft. Duncan noted
the sub-committee, while having input into this draft, has not met to review the
content as being presented to the Advisory Committee at this time. There was some
thought as to the sub-committee perhaps having a 'further value in making a review
of such a draft before the Advisory Committee undertakes its review. Since the
report was presented, a discussion was encouraged from among those present at this
time.
Duncan noted that data is collected by the DNR on a five year cycle. It sets nets
in 33 bays to survey fish populations. It uses the same methods with each test to
assure comparable results for comparative purposes. The conclusion is the lake's
population is in good condition. The quality of the fishing experience is the
major complaint. Interruptions, wakes and competition with other activities on the
lake is the problem. Catch per unit effort is very constant, except the walleye is
decreasing'in size. The constant catch is the result of a thorough stocking program.
The yellow perch population is decreasing, a concern in that the larger predators
depending on such fish for its food chain. These "hunters" will change prey if
forced to do so.
Section 4, Fisheries Management Plan, generated discussion on the Policy Statement,
relating to Management Responsibilities. Reese suggested some "how to do it"
information be provided as well as "what is to be done". Arndorfer cautioned that
the Management Plan will be a brief executive summary backed up by resource data of
the various sub-committee reports.
Becker noted there are 94 lakes in the metro area managed by DNR with a staff of 12
persons to deal with them. Similarly, 4,000 lakes in the state receive select DNR
management attention. As a lake of regional significance, Minnetonka can generate
its own values and support because of this position.
The net conclusion was Lake Minnetonka is a significant and exceptional fisheries
lake. The Fisheries Management Plan will be revised and recirculated.
F,,o~¢ R. ~trommen Tom Reese