1989-02-1416
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 Jensen, and Skip Johnson. Also present
were: City Manager Edward J. Shukle, Jr, City Clerk Fran Clark,
City Attorney Curt Pearson, Finance Director John Norman, Street
Superintendent Geno Hoff, Park Director Jim Fackler, Fire Chief
Don Bryce, City Insurance Agent Earl Bailey, Fire Marshal Jerry
Babb, and the following 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.
CLIFFORD, 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),
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
1988 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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Liquor Liability 6,525 7,178 5,148 (2)
Emer. Med. Techs. INCL. INCL. INCL. (1)
Public Officials E & O 5,438 5,982 5,464 (1)
Police Professional INCL. INCL. INCL. (1)
Worker's Compensation 55,200 47,700 48,387 (3)
Bonds 1,099 1,099 1,168 (4)
TOTAL 144,881 138,913 139,628
Specialty Lines:
(1) League of MN. Cities Insurance Trust thru N.S.R.S.
(2) Transcontinental Insurance Co. (CNA) thru John
Crowther
(3) League of MN. Cities Insurance Trust thru E.B.A.
(4) Capitol Indemnity
Johnson moved and Jensen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION #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 Jensen seconded the following:
ORDINANCE #22-1989 AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 155:40 TO
THE CITY CODE PROVIDING WORRER~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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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 #88-20 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.
Jensen 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 FACRLER
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
COMMENTS ON DREDGE APPLICATION #89-6291 FROM THE DNR FOR HAR-
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RISONS BAY: DRIFTWOOD SHORES, OUTLOT 2, THREE POINTS BLVD.
The Council had no comments on this dredge application.
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COMMENTS & SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT
There were none.
REQUEST 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 commons (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 11o 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:
Garbage Disposal
Blackowiak & Son Westonka Sanitation
Randy's Sanitation Woodlake Sanitary
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Cigarette
Al & Alma's
American Legion #398 (Convenience Whlse. Grocers)
Ben Franklin
Bob's Bait Shop
Brickley's 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
Al & 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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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 Milfoil Task Force
with no stipulations or qualifications. The vote was 4 in
in favor with Ahrens voting nay. Motion carried.
PARR COMMISSION REPORT - PHYLLIS JESSEN, CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
Councilmember Jensen 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.
B. Letter from John Norman, Finance Director, to Mr. Dale
Reimer regarding water billing issue.
C. Letter dated January 23, 1989, from Mary A. Smith, Director
of Public Affairs, Triax Cablevision regarding centraliza-
tion of Triax Offices.
D. Letter dated January 31, 1989, from Triax Cablevision
regarding 1988 Franchise Fee.
E. 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.
G. 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.
H. 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.
I. 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.
J. Letter from Frank Livingston on his opinions regarding
government debt and spending.
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K. REMINDERS:
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-
ten 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.
L. 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.
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Fran Clark, CMC, City Clerk
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