85-01-22 CITY OF MOUND
MOUND, MINNESOTA
AGENDA
MOUND CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
7:30 P.M., TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 1985
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. Approve Minutes of January 8, 1985, Regular Meeting
Pg. 3-16
2. PUBLIC HEARING: Delinquent Utility Bills for January Pg. 17
Request to Extend the Agreement between Super America
and the City of Mound for bO Days
Pg. 18-32
Resolution to Participate in Joint Comparable Worth
Study
Pg. 33-46
CASE #85-401: Mound Medical Clinic, 2208 Commerce
Blvd.
RE: Wall Mounted Sign
Pg. 47-55
Set Date for Public Hearing on Application for
Conditional use Permit for Townhouses on Lots 21, 22,
23, 24, Block 2, Shirley Hills Unit "F"
(Suggested Date: February 12, 1985)
Pg. 56
Set Date for Public Hearing on Town Square Development
Project:
A. For Rezoning from R-3 to B-1.
B. Conditional Use Permit
C. Setback & Bank Location Variances
D. Comprehensive Plan Amendment
(Suggested Date: February 12, 1985)
Pg. 57-72
8. Comments & Suggestions from Citizens Present
9. Counseling Case Management - Ben Withhart
10. Appointment of Weed Inspector
Pg. 73-74
11. Request for Summary in Payment of Bills - Steve Smith Pg. 75
12. Payment of Bills
Pg. 76
13. INFORMATION/MISCELLANEOUS
A. Watershed District Agenda & Minutes
Pg. 77-88
B. Update on Water Tower Project Status
Pg. 89-92
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C. Notes from Watershed District Re: 509
Watershed Management ?lan
D. Shoreland Management Ordinance Memo
E. Memo Regarding Group Homes
F. Memo Regarding 1984 Study on Water Quality on
Lake Langdon and Dutch Lake
G. Downtown Idea Exchange
H. Memo Westonka Christian Services
I. Article Re: Landfill Fee
J. Memo on Light Rail Transit
K. Proposed L.G.A. Formula
L. Chamber Waves - January 1985
M. Memo Liquor Store Manager
N. Evenson Dodge Financial Report
O. Metro Meetings
P. Metro Council Review - January 11, 1985
December 28, 1984
Job Announcement for Police Officer
R. Letter from NSP Re: Street Lights
S. Minnesota Newsletter
T. Metro Council 'Citizen Participation Plan'
Pg. 93-9?
Pg. 98-99
Pg. 100-104
Pg. 105-113
Pg. 114-121
Pg. 122
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Pg. 134-144
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January 8, 1985
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CITY COUNCIL
The City Council of Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, met in
regular session on January 8, 1985, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council
Chambers at 5341 Maywood Road, in said City. Those present were:
Mayor Bob Polston, Councilmembers Phyllis Jessen, Gary Paulsen,
Russ Peterson and Steve Smith. ~Also present were: City Manager
Jon Elam, City Attorney Curt Pearson, City Clerk Fran Clark,
Finance Director Sharon Legg, Building Inspector Jan Bertrand,
City Planner Mark Koegler and the following interested citizens:
Joan Polston, Cynthia Smith, Andrea Ahrens, Frank Ahrens, Shirley
Anderson, Ernest Clark, Pat Wooldridge, Tom Reese, Elizabeth
Jensen, Charles Smith, Dennis Heckes, Ross Nelson, Henry Reinitz,
Jerry Longpre, Dave Klein, John Bierbaum, Ron Johnson, Frank
Weiland, Ted Ganzel, Buzz Sycks, Merritt Geyen, Mary DeVinney,
Margaret Bargman, and Dave Osdoba.
The Mayor opened the meeting and welcomed the people in
attendance.
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mayor Bob
Polston, and Councilmembers Phyllis Jessen and Steve Smith.
The Mayor asked if Mr. Smith and Ms. Jessen would like to say a
few words.
Councilmember Smith thanked his supporters from voting for him
and stated he has two goals: 1) to have a full disclosure City
Council, allowing citizen input in decisions; and 2) to look at
every expenditure before it is made and make sure the City is
getting the lowest possible price.
Councilmember Jessen stated she is grateful for the opportunity
to continue serving on the City Council and looks forward to
seeing the City progress forward.
MINUTES
The Minutes of the December 26, 1984, Regular Meeting were
presented for consideration. The City Manager stated that the
City Clerk has called to his attention the fact that the new dock
fees, approved at that meeting, should have been approved by
amending the ordinance instead of by resolution.
Councilmember Paulsen moved and Peterson seconded the following
correction to the Minutes of December 26, 1984.
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ORDINANCE ~q72
ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 26.9307 OF THE
CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH LICENSE FEES FOR DOCK
PERMITS
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
Paulsen moved and Peterson seconded a motion to approve the
Minutes of the December 26, 1984, Regular Meeting, as
amended. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING; PROPOSED ORDINANCE REGULATING THE ERECTION,
CONSTRUCTION, REPAIR, ALTERATION,, LOCATION OR
MAINTENANCE OF SIGNS WITHIN THE CITY OF MOUND
The City Manager reported that this proposed ordinance is the
recommendation of the Planning Commission. It comes about
because the current sign ordinance stated that the maximum area a
sign can be is 9 square feet. This has caused every person
requesting a sign over that size to apply for a variance. The
Planning Commission has researched and reviewed this ordinance
and have been using it as a trial document for almost 1 year.
City Planner Mark Koegler and the City Manager have met with the
Retail Merchants Association and presented it there.
The Council thanked the Planning Commission for all their
diligent work on this proposed ordinance.
City Planner Mark' Koegler, briefly went over the sections in
the proposed ordinance. He then stated that there would be a
recommendation at the end of the meeting to incorporate the
campaign sign ordinance, approved, on December 11, 1984, into this
ordinance and into the Zoning Code.
The Mayor opened the public hearing and asked if there were any
comments for or against the proposed ordinance.
TED GANZEL, 4809 Bartlett Blvd., asked why there would be a
permit required for a change in color or copy of a sign.
The City Planner replied that the City would like to
know if there was a change in owners and the color
change could conflict with traffic signs and cause a
public safety problem.
Mr. Ganzel stated that he felt that Section 23.1205.5, (1),
requiring that window signs no exceed 25 percent of the
window area would cause hardship to the businessmen.
The City Planner replied that the Planning Commission felt
that 1/4 of the total window area was sufficient because
someone could put up a small outside sign and then cover the
windows with other signs.
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Mr. Ganzel then questioned the proposed ordinance restriction
of not painting signs on outside walls.
The City Planner explained that the ordinance does allow
people to put sign board on outside walls and paint their
signs on them, but that care and maintenance of signs painted
directly on walls is a problem.
Mr. Ganzel asked what formula was used in Section 23.1225.5
(2) determining that a free standing sign cannot exceed 48
square feet.
The City Planner stated that the Commission reviewed 6 to 10
other cities sign codes and tried to determine a sign size
that would be reasonable for Mound.
DAVE KLEIN, 5301 Shoreline Blvd., stated that he feels the
section on window signs is too restrictive. He stated that
he has to rely on window signs because his business is
setback from the road and the newspaper advertising is not
sufficient for his needs. He also stated he is for wall
signs being allowed to be painted directly on the cement
blocks.
JERRY LONGPRE, 2300 Commerce Blvd., stated that he has a
problem with Section 23.1210 (36) relating to window signage
area including all signs visible from the exterior of a
building that are placed on the back of shelving units,
walls, or similar structures located less than 15 feet from
the window surface. He stated he feels this will be a
problem for people who have small floor area. He also stated
that Section 23.1220 (4) regarding temporary banners and
pennants only being allowed for 14 days would be a real
problem for Mound businesses. '~
DAVE KLEIN, agreed with Mr. Longpre on the setback of signs
at 15 feet.
FRANK AHRE~S, 4673 Island View Drive, asked why a public
hearing was not held relating to the previous campaign sign
ordinance that was passed at the December 11th meeting.
The City Attorney explained that that ordinance was an
amendment to Chapter 55 of the current City Code and was not
part of the Zoning Ordinance which requires a public hearing.
Mr. Ahrens asked what was covered in the election sign
amendment.
The City Attorney went over the highlights of the amendment.
The City Planner explained that Section 23.1220 (3) related
to campaign signs which is in the proposed sign code would be
January8, 1985
replaced with the already adopted Section 55.38.B if the
Council wished to do so this evening.
The City Manager explained that the City received numerous
complaints during and after the election regarding political
signs and the length of time they were allowed to be up, etc.
Mr. Ahrens stated that he felt'the 28 day restriction for
political signs being allowe~ was too restrictive and would
give the incumbants an advantage over others.
MRS. MARGARET BARGMAN, 4691 Wilshire Blvd., asked if this
ordinance would give the City permission to just come in and
remove political signs from private property. The Council
stated no this would not give the City that right unless the
property owner asked to have them removed.
Councilmember Smith asked Ms. Bargman how far her fence is
from the road. Ms. Bargman answered it is just across a
small grassy area from the sidewalk and with the setbacks in
the new ordinance, political signs would probably have to be
behind her fence.
TOM REESE, member of the Planning Commission, stated that
the Planning Commission spent alot of time on Section 23.1220
(B) Campaign Signs and he just wanted people to know that the
Planning Commission did not work on Section 55.38B.
The Mayor reminded the public that this hearing is on only
the proposed sign ordinance and not the amendment to Chapter
55 that was adopted previousl.y.
CINDY SMITH, 4701 Tuxedo Blvd., stated that she thinks there
is an typographical error in Section 23.1220 (6)(g). It
should have read "Garage sale signs shall be limited to five
(5) days per occurrence".
The City Attorney stated that most of the communities that he
knows about do not have their sign ordinance in their zoning
ordinance because it takes a public hearing and a 4/5's vote
to change anything.
· The City Planner stated that he knows of a number of
communities who have their sign code incorporated into their
zoning ordinance. The reason being that if a new business
comes to town and they need information, it would all be
included in the zoning ordinance, but, he stated, the sign
code can exist either way.
The Mayor asked the City Attorney if the city should have
held a public hearing on the amendment to Section 55, because
of the idea of incorporating it into the zoning ordinance.
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The City Attorney stated that a public hearing is not
necessary for any ordinance unless it pertains to the zoning
ordinance.
The City Manager stated that the amendment on temporary
election signs was never intended to have been included in
the zoning ordinance. The Council agreed that they do not
want temporary election signs included in the zoning
ordinance.
BUZZ SYCKS, 5900 Beachwood Road, asked what prompted writing
a new sign ordinance for the City.
Councilmember Peterson stated that back when he was on the
Planning Commission, the commission felt there was a need for
consistency and that was how the proposed ordinance came
about.
JERRY LONGPRE, 2300 Commerce Blvd., stated that he could
understand the section of the proposed ordinance prohibiting
wall signs painted directly on the block because of the sign
that was on the Anderson Building for years and looked awful.
FRANK AHRENS, 4673 Island View Drive, recommended that the
Council adopt the Planning Commission recommendation for
Campaign signs and eliminate the one that is already law.
Mayor Polston again reminded the citizens that Section 55.38B
has already been adopted and is not part of the public
hearing tonight.
Tom Reese, Planning Commission Member, stated that the
Planning Commission felt they had done a comprehensive study
on this section of the ordinance and h'ad come up with a
workable section.
Liz Jensen, Planning COmmission Member, stated that she would
like to address the following issues:
1. Wall signs (signs painted directly on walls) were
dealt with in the proposed ordinance because they are
not easily maintained.
2. Window signage was done because of a public safety
factor for the citizens on roads passing and looking at
window advertising.
DAVE KLEIN, stated that he still feels the Council should not
be so restrictive on wall signs and the 15 foot setback of
signs from the windows is unreasonable.
Councilmember Paulsen asked what setback the citizens would
feel would be fair from windows. Mr. Klein stated he thought
January 8, 1985
felt it should be reduced.
The City Planner stated that the reason it is in the
ordinance is to keep someone from putting shelving near a
window and plastering it with signs.
Councilmember Peterson thanked Mr. Ganzel for his input and
help. He then asked if a permit fee would be charged for all
existing signs. The City Planner stated no, but it would
require people to fill out an application, explanation, and
description of their existing signs so that the City can
catalog each sign.
Mayor Polston stated he has some real problems wi'th
incorporating the proposed ordinance in the zoning ordinance
'and that he has some problems and needs clarification on
certain sections.
Polston moved and Peterson seconded a motion to continue the
public hearing and refer the proposed sign ordinance back to
the Staff and the Planning Commission for further review and
study, 'to be brought back before the Council the 1st meeting
in March (March 12, 1985).
The City attorney suggested that before the ordinance is
brought back before the Council it be put in ordinance form,
a repealer section added and a summary of the ordinance be
developed for publication.
The Council thanked the Planning Commission for all their
work and assured them they realize a sign ordinance is very
difficult to develop and deal' with.
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A 24
FOOT BY ~0 FOOT STORAGE BUILDING - MT. OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH
PROPERTY, 5218 BARTLETT BLVD. {CASE #84-~7~)
The MaYOr opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to
speak for or against the issuance of this Conditional Use Permit.
~OSS NELSON, 8280 County Road 15, Maple Plain, stated that he
is the contractor for this project and is in favor of it.
DAVE OSDOBA, 2600 W ilshire Blvd., asked what kind of
construction the building would be. The Building Inspector
stated that it would be according to all codes. Mr. 0sdoba
then asked if this building would be equivalent to a resident
building a garage. The Building Inspector answered yes.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
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Peterson moved and Paulsen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-1 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONDITIONAL'USE
PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF 24' BY 30'
STORAGE BUILDING IN PT. OF BLOCK TWO (2),
SHIRLEY HILLS, UNIT D AND TRACT A,
REGISTERED LAND SURVEY ~125, PID ~24-117-
24 21 0002 AND #24-117-24 21 0015 (5218
BARTLETT BOULEVARD
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR KITCHEN AND RESTROOM
EXPANSION AT AL & ALMA'S RESTAURANT, 2201 PIPER ROAD (CASE
Merritt Geyen, owner of A1 & Alma's, was present and explained
the proposed expansion which would consist of a 10.4 foot by 27.8
foot addition.
The Mayor opened the public hearing and asked for any comments
from citizens for or against the issuance of this Conditional Use
Permit.
BUZZ SYCKS, 5900 Beachwood Road, stated that he is in favor
of the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit.
MARY DE VINNEY, 3214 Tuxedo Blvd., stated that she has been a
neighbor to the restaurant for many years and since the
Geyens have taken over the operation they have really
improved it. She stated she was in favor.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
The Planning Commission has reviewed the request and recommends
approval.
Paulsen moved and Peterson seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-2
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A 10.4 FOOT BY
27.8 FOOT ADDITION IN LOTS 1, 2, AND 3,
BLOCK 8, WHIPPLE (5201 PIPER ROAD) - PID
~25-117-24 21 0016 AND 0017
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
D DEFEASANCE
Pat Wooldridg as present to discuss
defeasing~ the City's debt service.
January 8, 1985
DISCUSSION ON DEFEASANCE
Pat Wooldridge, Miller/Schroeder, was present to discuss
defeasing part of the City's debt service.
The City Manager explained that defeasance involves establishing
an irrevocable escrow account from with the cashflow is adequate
to pay the remaining principal and interest payments on an
outstanding bond.. The objectives of defeasing certain of the
City's.bond issues is two-fold:
1. The City can achieve a certain amount of savings with
respect to its debt service costs; and
2. The City can free up a substantial amount of money held
in its debt service sinking funds, available to be used
for a variety of purposes.
He further explained that this item is only for discussion and
not something Mound would want to do at this point because with
today's investment market it would not be adviseable, but if the
market changes in the future, we should be aware of what our
available alternatives are.
The Council asked various questions of Mr. Wooldridge.
The City Attorney asked Mr. Wooldridge what specific statutory
ahthority allows this. Mr. Wooldridge stated he did not know
the number of the Minnesota Statute which allows this.
The Council thanked Mr. Wooldridge for attending the meeting and
his explanations.
COMMENTS & SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT
The Mayor asked if there were any comments or suggestions from
the citizens present.
ANDREA AHRENS, 4673 Island View Drive, asked if before
Section 55.38B of the City Code was passed, it was reseached
t° see what other communities were doing with regard to
limiting the time campaign signs could be up and what was the
r. eason for the 28 day limitation?
The City Manager stated yes other communities campaign sign
ordinances were looked into.
Councilmember Peterson stated that the reason for the 28 day
limitation was in part because the longer signs are up the
more delapidated they get and the Council felt i.t was fair
for everyone to have the same time limit.
January 8, 1985
Mayor Polston agreed with Councilmember Peterson end added
there is no perfect way to enact an ordinance. Someone can
always find something they don't agree with.
Councilmember Smith asked how many calls the City had gotten
objecting to the signs.
The City Manager stated that he received 2 or 3 a week from
citizens complaining about signs being dumped in their yards
or complaining about the~length of time the signs were
allowed to be up, or about signs in delapidated condition.
Mayor Polston stated that he had received a minimum of 15
calls or conversations with people for the same reasons.
Andrea Ahrens stated that she felt the Council should hold
public hearings on all issues, not just mandated items.
Mayor Polston stated that the Planning Commission holds
public hearings as well as the City Council on many items and
they are all published in The Laker. All agendas of upcoming
meetings are available the Friday afternoon before a meeting
and anyone interested can pick one up. If anyone cares to
attend they are most welcome.
Frank Ahrens stated he feels it is the responsibility of the
candidate to keep his signs in order. He objected to'the 28
day limitation because he feels the incumbant has an
advantage and he hoped this was not an attempt to limit
challenges. He also objected to the setbacks required in
this section of the code because it will not allow some
people to have signs, such as Mrs. Bargman who has a fence in
her yard.
Frank Weiland stated to Mr. Ahrens and 'Mrs. Bargman that
there is no restriction that says Mrs. Bargman cannot put a
sign on top of her fence.
RON JOHNSON, 4416 Dorchester Rd., stated that he will have an
informational meeting at his home tomorrow evening at 7:30
P.M. regarding the proposed redevelopment of the Turnquist
Estate. He invited anyone interested to attend and hear the
developers plans.
Mayor Polston reminded the Council that only 2 members of the
Council could attend because of the open meeting law.
APPOINTMENT OF ACTING MAYOR FOR 1985
Paulsen moved and Jessen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION #85-3 RESOLUTION APPOINTING RUSS PETERSON ACTING
MAYOR FOR 1985
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January 8, 1985
The vote was unanimously in~ favor. Motion carried.
~ESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
Paulsen moved and Jessen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-~ RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE LAKER THE
OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER FOR 1985
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
DESIGNATION OF OFFI~IAL,,,,,,DES,POSITORIES
Paulsen moved and Peterson seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-5 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE OFFICIAL
DEPOSITORIES FOR 1985
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES TO VARIOUS COMMISSIONS
Mayor Polston asked who would like to be appointed as Council
Representative to the Park Commission, Planning Commission and
the Cable T. V. Commission. Councilmember Paulsen volunteered
for the Cable T.V. Commission. Councilmember Jessen voluhteered
fpr the Park Commission. Councilmember Smith volunteered for the
Planning Commission.
Polston moved and Peterson seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-6 RESOLUTION APPOINTING PHYLLIS JESSEN TO
THE PARK COMMISSION, STEVE SMITH TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION AND GARY PAULSEN TO
THE CABLE T.V. COMMISSION AS COUNCIL
REPRESENTATIVES FOR 1985
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF OFFICIAL BONDS
Paulsen moved and Peterson seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-7 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A
$20,000 BOND FOR THE CITY CLERK
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
Paulsen moved and Peterson seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-8 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A
$20,000 BOND FOR THE CITY TREASURER/
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FInAnCE DIRECTOR
The vote was unanimously in favor.
Motion carried.
198~ LMC/AMM LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE
The City Manager reminded the Council that the 1985 LMC/AMM
Legislative Conference will be January 29 and 30th in St. Paul.
Anyone wishing to attend should contact th City Clerk and she
will make the necessary arrangements.
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM
The City Manager reported that Mound has been selected to
participate in "Innovation in the Public Sector through Strategic
Planning". He stated Councilmember Peterson has volunteered to
attend these sessions and welcomed any other Councilmembers wh6
wished to attend. The first meeting will be January 17th.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
The bills were presented for consideration.
Peterson moved and Jessen seconded a motion to approve the
payment of bills as presented in the pre-list, in the amount
of $1~7,676.14, when funds are available. A roll ca~l vote
was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
COUNCIL PLANNING SESSION
The City Manager stated that in the past, a meeting of the
Council, has been held to discuss goals and objectives for the
upcoming year. He asked the Council if they wished to set a
date.
Paulsen mo~ed and Jessen seconded a motion to set Saturday,
February~'1985, at 9:00 A.M., in the City Council Chambers
for a Council Planning Session. The vote was unanimously in
favor. Motion carried.
DISCUSSION ON CONTEL PUBLIC HEARING
The City Manager suggested setting a date for a public hearing on
the proposed rate increase Contel is seeking to see if the
citizens want the City to intervene again. The City Attorney
suggested that the Council may want to wait to set this date
until their is a ruling on the Attorney General's office asking
that the proposed Contel rate increase be thrown out because it
is based on future projections. The Council agreed to wait.
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TOWN SQUARE RESOLUTION OF INTENT FOR'IRB'S
The City Manager explained that it is rumored that Congressman
Pickle is going to introduce legislation in Congress on January
22, 1985, that would eliminate IRB's. Since the developers of
the Town Square project have not yet decided i~ they are going to
request IRB's, Mr. John Bierbaum, the developer's attorney, is
asking that the Council pass a resolution of intent to issue
IRB's if feasible and requested. If the Council does'not pass
such a resolution, it would not be able to sell IRB's if the
legislation is introduced.
Mr. John Bierbaum was present to answer any questions. The City
Attorney explained that the Council would not be obligating
itself in passing the proposed resolution.
Councilmember Smith asked the City Attorney if the Council would'
have to act now or could this wait until the January 22nd
meeting. The City Attorney stated that the Council would have to
act now, because the legislation is rumored to be introduced on
the 22nd and that would be too late.
Peterson moved and Jessen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-9
RESOLUTION TO PROCEED TO ISSUE COMMERICAL
DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS TO FINANCE A
PROJECT
Councilmember Paulsen asked if this was just an intent
resolution. The City Attorney answered yes.
Councilmember Smith asked ~f the City could reverse this
later. The City Attorney answered yes.
The vote was unanimously in favor.
INFORMATION/MISCELLANEOUS
A.
B.
C.
D.
Ee
Motion carried.
January Calendar.
planning Commission Minutes of December 10, 1984.
NLC Legislative Conference in Washington D. C. Announcement.
Letter from Hennepin County regarding recent election
administration and voter registration process.
St. Louis Park Newsletter for December and January.
Commendation Letter to Gary Cayo and Steve Grand.
Information on New Tax to be Collected from Garbage Haulers
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from the Metro Council.
H. Metro Council Review - December 14, 1984.
SECTION 55.$8B OF THE CITY CODE
Councilmember Smith stated that since he was not on the Council
when Section 55.38B relating to campaign signs was added to the
City Code and he feels it is too restrictive, he would like to
proposed the following motion:
Smith moved to repeal Section 55.38B of the City Code and
hold a public hearing on this section to get citizen input.
Councilmember Paulsen stated he would second the motion if
Councilmember Smith would delete the repeal section of his
motion. Councilmember Smith agreed.
The Council discussed an appropriate date for an
informational meeting and decided on April 9, 1985, at 7:30
P.M.
Smith and Paulsen agreed to having this date inserted in the
motion. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
Paulsen moved and Jessen seconded a motion to adjourn at
10:20 P.M. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion
carried.
Jon Elam, City Manager
Fran Clark, City Clerk
BILLS JANUARY ~, I~N
Anchor Paper Co. 369.86
Allstar Electric 260.67
Allied Painting & Renovating 935.00
Holly Bostrom 248.00
Gayle Burns 3.50
Donald Bryce 100.00
Bowman Barnes 99.47
Robert Cheney 363.00
Citywide Services 16.50
Davies Water Equip 1.37
Dependable Services 33.00
Dixco Engraving 7.00
General Communications 41.20
W.W. Grainger 261.66
Glenwood Inglewood 38.50
William Hudson 445.00
Eugene Hickok & Assoc 132.00
Hennepin County Treas 1,096.50
Hennepin County Sheriff 515.32
Internatl City Mgmt Assn 10.00
Industrial Utilities, Inc 663.00
Lowells Auto 53.52
Metro Fone Communications 35.40
Mpls Oxygen Co. 47.15
Mtka Portable Dredging 1,950.O0
Miller Davis 179.00
Marina Auto Supply 418.88
City of Mound 21.89
Wm Mueller & Sons 2,071.46
Martins Navarre 66 66.00
.Popham, Haik 1,251.67
Q.R.S. Corporation 6,939.50
Bradford Roy 445.00
Bob Ryan Ford 20.31
State Bank of Mound 13.90
Saliterman LTD 1,070.63'
Don Streicher Guns 47.00
Tweed's Service Garage 694.65
Thrifty Snyder Drug 37.00
Unitog Rental 274.09
Winner Industries 4.36
Water Products 276.02
Widmer Bros, Inc. 1,132.75
Butch's. Bar Supply 127.86
Coca Cola Bottling 188.10
City Club Distributing 3,976.51
Day'Distributing 3,540.09
East Side Beverage 3,498.25
Flahertys Happy Tyme 190.20
Griggs Beer 567.90
Happy's Potato Chips 102.02
Jude Candy & Tobacco 150.43
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Kodl Kube Ice
Pepsi Cola/7Up
Rex Distributing
Royal Crown Beverage
Pogreba Distributing
Twin City Home Juice
Thorpe Distributing
..Mound Fire Dept Wendy Anderson
Assn Trainlng Officers-MN
Jan Bertrand
Thomas Carl
Bill Clark Oil
Jon Elam
Fidelity Bank
Grlggs Cooper
Shirley Hawks
HRA
HEI , Inc.
Len Harrel 1
Holiday Inn
Johnson Bros. Liq
Jim Jagodzinski
Internatl Assn Chf Police
Jody Collier Kruse
Dr. Robert..LaUer~ ~
Jerry Longpre
Mound Postmaster
MN Dept Public Safety-Liq
Metrop Emerg Mgr Assn
Metro Waste Control Corem
Ed Phillips & Sons
Profess Police Serv
Qual i ty Wi ne
Del Rudolph
Victoria State Bank
Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Minnegasco
Navarre Hdwe
Thurk Bros. Chevrolet
State Treasurer
P.E.R.A.
TOTAL BI LLS
119.00
286.99
422.26
77.85
3,279.20
33.56
4,687.18
4,624.20
11.00
IO. O0
101.56
500.00
1,900.84
119.41
15,988.67
2,260.70
6.60
8,585.OO
25,OOO.OO
90.00
8~.oo
3,522.44
1,250.00
50.OO
5OO.OO
356.00
326.00
118.56
12.00
25.OO
25,054.47
1,967.11
195.O0
2,302.97
90.00
1,143.26
160.62
3,139.11
126.11
25.06
1,543.O6
2,551.26
147,676.14
42 259
33 406
33 406
33 463
33 463
33 47~
33 475
33 484
33 500
33 5O7
33 515
33 572
33 572
33
33 587
33 59O
33 593
33 593
~ ~0~
33 596
33~ 599
33 599
'33 62O
33 620
33 620
33 620
33 620
33 623
33 638
33 647
33 650
4801 91
2628 61
z7oo 3z
2764 71
4840 61
4924 82
~, 31
4560 11
4519.01
47O8 11
4445 31
4524 01
3118 51
4864 41
4872 71
4900 9!
3026 91
5125 11
4866 51
4933 31
..~ ~.. I , II
5222 0i
5137
4535
458O
3154
4738
4828
4925
4928
5313
3301
5223
4766
Delinquent water and sewer
Water Care ~125.17
J. Kinneberg ~ ~
Sharon Austin Broke contrac~ Z~.O~
Jchn Zambcr~ Pa~d
R. Breau~tead Pald ,o~.>o.,~
David HofSchult -Pa;d $i0.00~.~
Nancy korpal 56.80
J'amos Cr~dy Pald
Vets Adm P~!d ~4'~9T82%
Fr. Germain 114.55
M. Phillippi 104.93
Louise Mc Kee
Mark Semeja
L. Lindbloom
James Otto
R. Swanson
Deanna Mohn
Peter
Faragher' & Hipp
Judy Kvalsten
C. Davis
Jan Annis
31 Melissa Heinzin
31 L. Rousseau
92 Greg Cote
81 Mr. Burkhal ter
71 James Brouckson
61 Douglas Nelson
01 Holmes Empson
41 Vets Adm
22 Fred Denn
72 Chestnut Realty
21 Gerald Longley
51 Tom Madonna
Contract 148.80
69.84
110.95
87.19
72.51
Paid ~
98.83
66.96
91.80
Broke contract 124.71
Pa id ~7 !T36'>~
Pa id ¢'i'28T76~
P~id ~
Contract 185.38
89.72
60.30
125
52
173
101
139
76
66
95
~78
.94
33
85
92
O2
~8
34
55
.'63'~'~
C.A
2500-COC-
125'19+
~0o5~+
244-05+
79'~9+
56.$C+
114.55+
104.9~+
t9'~4+
78.1~+
110.~5+
87.1~+
72'~1+
~'85+
66,~+
~*~+
175.~5+
101.9~+
~5'~+
95-~5+
95.55-
28~1 .~*
4925 Island View Dr.
4928 Island View Dr.
5313 Piper Rd.
5223 Phelps Rd.
5223 Phelps Rd.
4766 Kildare Rd
42 259 4801 91
33 406 2628 61
33 406 2700 32
33 439 4681 42
33 445 2764 71
33 463 4840 61
33 463 4924 82
33 466 4937 31
33 472 4555 11
33 472 4560 11
33 475 4519.01
33 484 47O8 11
33 500 4445 31
33 507 4524 O1
33 515 3118 51
33 572 4864 41
33 572 4872 71
33 575 4900 91
33 587 3026 91
33 590 5125 11
33 593 4866 51
33 593 4933 31
33 593 5214 71
33 593 5218 81
33 593 5222 O1
33 593 5226 11
33 596 5137 31
33 599 4535 31
33' 599 4580 92
33 620 3154 81
33 620 4738 71
33 620 4828 61
33 620 4925 O1
33 620 4928 41
33 623 5313 22
33 638 3301 72
33 647 5223 21
33 65O 4766 51
Delinquent water and sewer
$125.17
85.3O
244.03
85.22
81.36
89.42
56.8O
112.98
449.82
114.55
104.93
148.80
69.84
103.16
110.95
87.19
72.51
171.6o
98.83
66.96
91.80
124.71
71 36
128.76
115 18
65 76
185 38
89 72
6O 3O
125.94
52 33
173 85
101 92
139 O2
76 18
66.34
95 55
78 63
1-15-85
MICHAEL J. ADAMS
G~RY D. GUSTAFSON
JAME~ D. AT'KINSON III
DANI]gL R. TYSON
GARY D. PIHLSTROM
WILLIAM M. HABICHT
JAMES C. LAMPHERE
GUSTAFSON & ADAMS, P.A.
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
SUITE 411
74O0 METRO BOULEVARD
EDINA, MINNESOTA 55435
TELEPHONE (612) 83,5-7277
January 5, 1985
OF COUNSEL
HARRY GUSTAFSON
Mr. Jon Elam
City of Mound
5341Maywood Road
Mound, Minnesota
55364
Re: SuperAmerica, Inc.
Dear Jon:
Enclosed hereiwth for your information and records
please find a copy of the Property Exchange Agreement among
Balboa Minnesota Co., SuperAmerica Stations, Inc., and
Mr. and Mrs. John K. Ogren, in cnnection with the SuperAmerica
site in Mound. We plan to close this transaction concurrently
with the closing of the purchase by Balboa from Tonka
Corporation of several properties in Mound and Spring Park,
which closing is scheduled for Wednesday, January 23, 1985.
While we do not anticipate any problems with closing on
the 23rd, a delay could occur'and our grandfathered rights
will presently expire on January 31, 1985.
Therefore, we would very much appreciate a 30 day
extension of SuperAmerica's grandfathered rights from
January 31, 1985 to March 2, 1985. I would appreciate
hearing from you with regard to this request at your
earliest possible convenience.
Let me take this opportunity to thank you for your
cooperation and courtesies in connection with this project.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Very truly yours,
GUST,~SON & ADAMS, P.A.
GDG/maj
Enclosure - Property Exchange Agreement
cc: W.W. Seiffert
Mr. John Ogren
PROPERTY EXCHANGE AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this ~L day of~-~~ ,
1984, between an~! among BALBOA MINNESOTA CO., a Minnesota corporation (herein
"Balboa"), JOHN K. OGREN and MARGARET A. OGREN, husband and wife, (herein "O§ren")
and SUPERAMERICA STATIONS, INC., a Minnesota corporation (herein "SA").
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Balboa has entered into a purchase agreement with Tonka Corporation
(herein 'Tonka') for the purchase of certain real property located in Hennepin
County, Minnesota, legally described on Exhibit A attached hereto and containing
approximately 47,700 square feet ("Balboa Site"); and
WHEREAS, Ogren is the owner and holder of the vendee's interest of certain
real property and the building situated thereon located in Hennepin County,
Minnesota, containing approximately 16,352 square feet and legally described on
Exhibit B attached hereto ("Ogren Site"); and
WHEREAS, Ogren desires to purchase the Balboa Site upon the terms and sub-
Ject to the conditions stated herein; and
WHEREAS, Ogren is willing to transfer to Balboa the Ogren Site in partial
constde'ratton of the purchase price of the Balboa Site; and
WHEREAS, SA ls willing to release its leasehold interest in and to the Ogren
Si re.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained,
and the sum of One Dollar ($1.00) and other good and valuable consideration, the
receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged by the parties hereto,
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the parties agree as follows:
1. Balboa Site. The Balboa Site is located in the City of Mound, County of
Henneptn, State o~.Minnesota, and consists of one parcel of land, the aggregate
of which is approximately 47,700 square feet and which is located at the inter-
section of Cyprus Lane and Shoreline Drive measuring 225 feet along Shoreline
Drive and approximately 212 feet measured along Cyprus Lane.
The actual description of the Balboa Site and the square footage as deter-
mined by the survey provided in Paragraph 11 shall control the actual legal
description and square footage of the Balboa Site. The parties agree to amend
this Property Exchange Agreement to provide the legal description and square
footage, all as shown on the survey.
2. O.~ren Site. The Ogren Site is located in the City of Mound, County of
14ennepln, State of Minnesota and consists of one parcel of land, the aggregate
of which is approximately 16,352 square feet and which is located on Shoreline
Drive measuring 150 feet along Shoreline Drive and situated in the northwest
corner of Block Four (4) of Shirley 14ills.
The actual description of the Ogren Site and the square footage as
determined by the survey provided in Paragraph 11 shall control the actual legal
description and square footage of the Ogren Site. The parties agree to amend
this Property Exchange Agreement to provide the legal description and square
footage., all as shown on the survey.
3. Purchase Price of Balboa Site. The total purchase price of the Balboa
Site to be paid by Ogren to Balboa is $143,100.00 to paid as follows:
a) $52,100.00 to be paid in cash on or before Closing Date, as herein-
after defi ned.
b) $g1,000,00 by Ogren conveying to Balboa, by Warranty Deed, the Ogren
Si re.
The parties hereto agree that $20,000.00 shall be allocated to the Ogren
Site real estate and $71,000.00 shall be allocated to the building and personal
property located o~ the Ogren Site.
c) The p~?chase price for the Balboa Site is determined upon the sum of
$3.00 per square foot of the Balboa Site. The parties agree that not-
withstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, the purchase price of
the Balboa Site shall be amended by the determination of the actual square
footage determined by the survey provided in Paragraph 11,
d) Balboa shall convey the Balboa Site to Ogren by Warranty Deed.
4. Warranties of Parties
a) Ogren warrants, covenants and agrees that, subject to contingencies
contained in Paragraph 6, Ogren will have good and marketable title to the Ogren
Site on the Closing Date, as hereinafter defined.
b) Balboa warrants, covenants and agrees that, subject to contingencies
contained in Paragraph 6, Balboa will have good and marketable title to the
Balboa Site on the Closing Date, as hereinafter defined.
c) SA warrants, covenants and agrees to release and/or convey by Quit
Claim Deed, its interest, if any, in the Ogren Site to Balboa on or before the
Closing Date.
d) The parties hereto agree that the sale of the Balboa Site and the
conveyance of the Ogren Site is on an "as is" basis and none of the parties
hereto make any representations or warranties with respect to the condition of
the Balboa Site and Ogren Site and/or any buildings or personal property located
thereon,
5. Closin.~. The closing of the sale of the Balboa Site and the conveyance
of the Ogren Site shall be a mutual agreeable date within ten (10) days after
Balboa completes the purchase of the Balboa Site from Tonka or such sooner date
as agreed upon by the parties. Balboa agrees to give Ogren notice of completion
of the purchase by Balboa of the Balboa Site from Tonka as soon thereafter as
reasonably possible'.. ~
~,.
6. ConttngenctesL Sale of the Balboa Site and the purchase thereof by
Ogren and the conveyance of the Ogren Site and the acceptance thereof by BalbOa,
are specifically contingent upon the following:
a) Closing of the acquisition of the Balboa Site by Balboa from Tonka;
in the event Balboa has not closed on the acquisition of the Balboa Site on or
before~lkN~--I ~k , 1985, this Agreement shall be voidable by either party at
any time thereafter by sending written notice to the other party of its inten-
tion to terminate this Agreement.
b) This Agreement is specifically contingent upon Ogren and/or SA
obtaining all necessary approvals required for the development and operation of
a ~onvenience store and service station on 'the Balboa Site. Ogren and SA agree
to use their best efforts'to obtain all necessary approvals required by the Ct~
of Mound for the development of the Project, as hereinafter defined, on or
before the Closing Date. All expenses and costs incurred by Ogren and SA in
obtaining all necessary approvals shall be borne by Ogren and/or SA. In the
event Ogren and/or SA have not obtained all necessary approvals on or before the
Closing.Date, this Agreement shall be voidable at the election of Ogren by
sending written notice to Balboa of its intention to terminate this Agreement.
7. Non-Competition. Balboa warrants, covenants and agrees that upon the
closing of the transaction contempated herein, Balboa, its successors and
assigns, will not operate a convenience store or service station on the Ogren
Site or otherwise conduct any business Which would compete with the operations
of SA or Ogren on the Balboa Site.
8, Government Approval of the Project. Ogren and/or SA agree to make
application for all requisite government approval to allow Ogren and/or SA to
develop the Balboa Site in the manner proposed by SA and Ogren, to-wtt: for the
development and use of a convenience store and service station located on the
Balboa Site (here. t~'n "Project"). The sole cost and expense incurred in
attempting to obtatn sald approvals shall be borne by Ogren and/or SA.
Ogren and/or SA agree to submtt its application on the City of Mound's
(herein 'City") form (herein "Application") and in a manner consistent with the
City's development application procedures as soon as reasonably possible after
the date of this Agreement. SA and/or Ogren will use their best efforts to
obtain all requisite approvals.
9. Real Estate Taxes. The real estate taxes and installments of special
assessments together with interest payable thereon which affect the Balboa Site
and Ogren Site and are due and payable in 1985 shall be prorated between the
parties as of the Closing Date, Balboa shall pay all real estate taxes 'and the
installments of special assessments for the Ogren Site for the year 1986 and
thereafter. Ogren and/or SA shall pay all real estate taxes and the
installments of special assessments for the Balboa Site for the year 1986 and
the reafter.
10. Special Assessments. All levied or pending special assessments as of
the Clostng Date on the Balboa Site shall be paid in full by Balboa or Tonka.
All levi. ed or pending spectal assessments as of the Clostng Date on the Ogren
Site shall be paid by Ogren and/or SA.
11, .Survey. Balboa shall provide at its sole expense, a boundary survey of
the Balboa Site by a registered surveyor licensed in the State of Minnesota
showing boundaries, easements of record, utility lines and encroachments, and
showing square footage and acreage for the Balboa Site. Ogren and/or SA shall
provide at its sole expense, a boundary survey of the Ogren Site by a registered
surveyor licensed in the State of Minnesota showing boundaries, easements of
record, utility lines and encroachments, and showing square footage and acreage
for the Ogren Site,
12. Title and Default. Balboa shall provide to Ogren, as soon hereafter as
reasonably possible but no later than 20 days from the date of this Agreement, a
commitment for an Owner's policy of title insurance, issued by Title Insurance
Company of Minnesota ("Commitment"), in the amount of $143,100.00 which policy
of title insurance shall be a commitment to insure good and marketable title to
the Balboa Site in favor of Ogren, subject to the permitted exceptions which
shall be attached as an exhibit to this Agreement or identified to Balboa in
writing prior to the Closing Date. Balboa agrees to also provide a registered
property abstract within 10 days of the date of this Agreement for examination
by Ogren. On the Closing Date, Balboa shall execute and deliver to Ogren a
Warranty Deed conveying good and marketable title to the Balboa Site, subject
only to the lien of all unpaid special assessments, real estate taxes, and the
permitted encumbrances. All title insurance premiums and closing costs with
respect to the Balboa Site shall be paid by Ogren and/or SA.
In the event the title shall prove to be unmarketable or if Ogren objects
in a written notice sent to Balboa to the matters contained in the commitment
within 20 days from receipt of the Commitment and the copies noted above, then
Balboa shall have a period of 120 days after notification thereof within which
to cure such defects in title (which Balboa shall diligently pursue), and this
transaction shall be closed within 10 days after written notice of curing if the
period of time to cure would extend past the scheduled Closing Date. Ogren
shall make all objections in writing to Balboa within said 20 day period or they
will be deemed to be waived.
If said title to the Balboa Site' is not marketable at. the Closing Date this
Agreement shall be null and void, at option of Ogren, and neither principal
shall be liable for damages hereunder to the other principal. All money there-
tofore paid by Ogr'en, if any, shall be refunded. If the title to the Balboa
Site be found marketable at the Closing Date, and Ogren shall default in any of
the agreements, then 'and in that case, Balboa may terminate this Agreement and
on such termination all the payments made upon this Agreement, if any, shall be
retained by Balboa, as liquidated damages, time being of the essence hereof.
This provision shall not deprive either party of the right of seeking money
damages nor shall it deprive either party of the right of enforcing the specific
performance of this Agreement provided such Agreement shall not be terminated as
aforesaid, and provided action to enforce such specific performance shall be
commenced within six months after such right of action shall arise.
Ogren shall provide to Balboa, as soon hereafter as reasonably possible but
no later than 20 days from the date of this Agreement, a commitment for an
Owner's policy of title insurance, issued by Title Insurance Company of
Minnesota ("Commitment"), in the amount of $91,000.00 which policy of title
insurance shall be a commitment to insure good and marketable title to the Ogren
Site in favor of Balboa, subject to the permitted exceptions ~ich shall be
attached as an exhibit to this Agreement or identified to Ogren in writing prior
to the Closing Date. Ogren agrees to also provide a registered property
abstract within 10 days of the date of this Agreement for examination by Balboa.
On the Closing Date, Ogren shall execute and deliver to Balboa a Warranty Deed
conveying good and marketable title to the Ogren Site, subject only to the lien
of all unpaid special assessments, real estate taxes, and the permitted
encumbrances. All title insurance premiums and closing costs with respect to
the Ogren Site shall be paid by Balboa.
In the event the title shall prove to be unmarketable or if Balboa objects
in a written notice sent to Ogren to the matters contained in the commitment
within 20 days from receipt of the Commitment and the copies noted above, then
Ogren shall have a period of 120 days after notification thereof within which
to cure such defects in title (which Ogren shall diligently pursue), and this
transaction shall be closed within 10 days after written notice of curing if the
period of time to cure would extend past the scheduled Closing Date. Balboa
shall make all objections in writing to 0gren within said 20 day period or they'
will be deemed to be waived.
If said title to the Ogren Site is not marketable at the Closing Date this
Agreement shall be null and void, at option of Balboa, and neither principal
shall be. liable for damages hereunder to the other principal. All m~ney there-
tofore paid by Balboa, if any, shall be refunded. If the title to the Ogren
Site be found marketable at the Closing Date, and Balboa shall default in any of
the agreements, then and in that case, Ogren may terminate this Agreement and on
such termination all the payments made upon this Agreement, if any, shall be
retained by Ogren, as liquidated damages, time being of the essence hereof.
This provision shall not deprive either party of the right of seeking money
damages nor shall it deprive either party of the right of enforcing the specific
performance of this Agreement provided such Agreement shall not be terminated as
aforesaid, and provided action to enforce such specific performance shall be
commenced within six months after such right of action shall arise.
13. Notices. Any notices required or permitted hereunder shall be deemed
properly given on the date mailed, if mailed certified or registered mail,
postage prepaid, return receipt requested, addressed as follows:
Balboa Minnesota Co.
5311Topanga Boulevard
Woodland Hills, California
John K. Ogren
1221 Third Avenue South
Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
91311
wi th a copy to:
SuperAmerica Stations, Inc.
Attn: W.W. Seiffert
1240 West 98th Street
Bloomington, Minnesota 55431
and a copy to:
Gustafson & Adams, P.A.
7400 Metro Boulevard, Suite 411
Edina, Minnesota 55435
Attn: Gregory D, Gustafson
14. Assignment. No assignment of this Agreement or of any rights .in and to
the Balboa Site by Ogren and SA shall be made without the prior written consent
of Balboa. No assignment of this Agreement or any of the rights in and to the
Ogren Site by Balboa shall be made without the prior written consent of Ogren.
15. Commissions. The parties acknowledge that no real estate agent has been
employed or involved in this transaction by any of the parties hereto and each
respective party will indemnify and hold the other parties harmless from any
claims for commissions due.
16. Miscellaneous.
a) Governin~l Law. This Agreement is to be interpreted and enforced in
accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. If any part of this
Agreement is determined to be unenforceable, it will not effect the enfor-
ceability of the remainder of the terms of this Agreement.
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b) Entire Agreement. All understandings and agreements made previous to
this Agreement between the parties in relation to the sale of the Balboa Site
and Ogren Site are, merged into this Agreement, which fully and completely
expresses their agreement, and that this Agreement is entered into after full
investigation, neither party relying upon any statement or representation made
by the other not embodied in this Agreement. This Agreement may not be
recorded.
c) Modifications. This Agreement may not be modified orally, but only
by written agreement duly executed by all parties and specifically referring to
this Agreement.
d) Binding Notices. The terms and conditions of this Agreement shall
bind and inure to the benefit of the heirs, personal representatives, admi-
nistrators, successors and assigns of the parties.
e) Time. Time is of the essence of this Agreement.
f)' Attorney's Fees. If either party prevails against the other in a
legal action concerning any part of this Agreement, the successful party shall
be entitled to his reasonable attorney's fees and costs connected with such
action, through appellate proceedings, in addition to all other recovery or
rel i el.
g) New Lease. Ogren and SA agree to enter into a lease agreement for
the Balboa'Site on the Closing Date. The lease agreement shall be on the same
terms and in the same form as the current lease for the Ogren Site with pro-rata
adjustments to the terms for the increase in Ogren's cost of the Balboa Site and
such other terms as are hereafter mutually agreed upon between Ogren and SA.
h) Execution. The parties have executed this Agreement as of the date
first above written.
i) Demolition. Ogren agrees to remove the underground storage tanks
and demolish the structure now existing on or under the Ogren Site. Such remo-
val and demolition shall occur concurrently with the construction to occur on
the Balboa Site, b~t in no event later than August 1, 1985. Ogren shall bury
said tanks and structures on the Ogren Site, and/or remove the same, at no cost
or expense to Balboa.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Property
Exchange Agreement the day and year first above written.
BALBOA MINNESOTA CO.
BY:~
?J'ohn K. Ogren
Margaret A. Ogren
SUPERAMERICA STATIONS, INC.
BY:
Its:
AGR7A/SAi.1 -11-
147
RESOLUTION NO. 84-106
July 10, 1984
RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 23.404,
SUBSECTION 5, FROM JULY 31, 1984, TO JANUARY B1, 1985,
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5377 SHORELINE BLVD.
WHEREAS, property located at 5377 Shoreline Blvd.
(described as, "com at NW cot of BIk 4 th E along road 150 feet
'th S par with line of said Blk dis 100 feet th W at Rt angles to
W line thereof th N to beg, Shirley Hills, Unit "F", PID #13-117-
24 34 0063), has been used as a gasoline filling station for many
years; and
WHEREAS, the City of Mound has enacted changes in its
Zoning Ordinance over the years and the aforementioned property
does not conform to the current Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, Super America has leased said property and has
done a great deal of planning to use the property for a modern
motor fuel station and a convenience store and said plans have
been presented to and considered by the Mound Planning
Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended to this
Council that the request of Super America for a new station, at
this location, be denied because the site is undersized'and for
o~her reasons contained in their report; and
WHEREAS, the City Staff recommended to this Council that
a public hearing on Super America's request be delayed until
August 14, 1984, because the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
is currently studying the land~ lying west and south of 5377
Shoreline Blvd. to determine if there is hazardous waste in the
area; and
WHEREAS, the City Staff feels this Council should have
all the information possible before conducting the public hearing
to determine if Super America can use the site, therefore the
delay in making a decision has been caused by the City; and
WHEREAS, Section 23.404, Subsection (5), of the the
City's Zoning Ordinance provides as follows:
"Whenever a lawful non-conforming use of a structure or
land is discontinued for a period of twelve (12)
months, any future use of said structure or land shall
be in conformity with the provisions of the Chapter."
and the owner of 5377 Shoreline is Mr. John 0gren, and he has
acknowledged that the site has not been operated as a motor fuel
station since July 31, 1983, meaning that on July 31, 1984, any
rights he would have to operate a station on the site would
July 10, 1984
terminate; and
WHEREAS, John Ogren and Super America have indicated, to
this Council, a desire to obtain additional time to consider
Super America's request (i.e. City Council public hearing, August
14, 1984) or to make other plans to construct facilities and to
improve the area; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ogren would have to reopen the station
prior to July 31, 1984, to preserve his rights for the use on the
land; and
WHEREAS, Kraus-Anderson is doing planning work in the
area to construct a quality housing development and the Mound
Housing and Redevelopment Authority is studying the area for
redevelopment; and
WHEREAS, this area is a "window for the community"as it
is located on the main road entering Mound and the current
gasoline station is not aesthetically pleasing and the City is
attempting to improve the area and the City is currently in
District Court attempting to register lands South and West of
this site; and
WHEREAS, acting as a Board of Adjustment and Appeals,
pursuant to Section 23.502 of the City Code, this Council
believes it is in the best interest of the City and ~ts residents
to extend the time allowed by Section 23.404, Subd. (5), from 12
to 18 months.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of
the City of Mound, Minnesota, as follows:
The property at 5377 Shoreline Blvd. (as described
above) is a nonconforming use when operated as a
motor fuel station.
Super America has a plan which will be considered
for the site on August 14, 1984, at a public
hearing.
The MPCA is studying the area re hazardous wastes
and it is important that the City know the results
of that study before considering the storage and
sale of food on the site.
The City is registering the abutting property and
this action is being contested. The results of that
litigation may determine if the lands will be used
for public purposes or sold for private development.
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July 10, 1984
The property owner has acknowledged that the
property has not been used as a motor fuel station
since July 31, 1983. He would have to reopen the
business to preserve his property rights and this
would not be in the best interest of this property
owner or the City.
For all of the aforementioned reasons this Council
extends the nonconforming use provisions for the
lands at 5B77 Shoreline Blvd. from July B1, 1984, to
January 31, 1985, and the property owner does not
have to forfeit his rights to use the property
during that period of time.
This resolution is intended to show that the
extension is given to improve the pubIic health,
safety and general welfare and shall not b~
considered as a precedent for any other
nonconforming use which may come before the Council
in the future.
The foregoing resolution was moved by Councilmember
Paulsen and seconded by Councilmember Peterson.
The following Councilmembers voted in the affirmative:
Charon, Jessen, Paulsen, Peterson and' Polston.
The follOwing Councilmembers voted in the negative:
nbne.
MaYor - / '
Attest: City Clerk
32_
Fl'letropolitan Flrea ..... ' *'
of the Twin City.
January 8, 1985
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
ALL JURISDICTIONS PARTICIPATING
IN JOINT COMPARABLE WORTH STUDY
William S. Joynes, Chairman
MAMA General Labor Relations Committee
FINAL COST DETERMINATION AND
SAMPLE RESOLUTION
At long last I am finally able to provide you with the specific dollar
cost to your organization for the Comparable Worth Study being
conducted by Control Data Business Advisors, Inc. The contract costs
have been alloted in the following manner:
Three thousand dollars ($3,000.00) base charge for each
jurisdiction, and
2. Thirty-five dollars ($35.00) for each employee.
This is on the high side of our original estimate due to several
factors. The first is the fact that we have chosen to build in a
contingency of ten percent to provide for possible legal consultation
or other unforeseen problems. Secondly, we have had to develop more
original survey information than anticipated due to the variety of
occupational areas represented in our study group. If all goes well,
the project should enjoy a surplus at its conclusion which would be
returned to the participants in proportion to their original costs.
I would also like to define for you the definition of a jurisdiction,
that is, one that must pay the $3,000.00 base fee. Obviously each
individual city will be considered one entity and will Oe defined to
include employees who work for libraries and Housing and Redevelopment
Authorities.
Ail utilities, regardless of the degree of autonomy from the city,
will be considered separate entities and will be subject to the
$3,000.00 base charge. Hospitals will be similarly considered. The
reason for this was two-fold. One, it was necessary to develop
separate occupational survey materials for utility and medical
positions which, in fairness, the cities should not be asked to
subsidize. Second, it was virtually impossible to determine which
utilities were autonomous or operated by individual cities. A waiver
of the $3,000.00 base charge to a utility because it was a part of the
city would have been difficult to discern and unfair.
FINAL COST DETERMINATION
AND SAMPLE RESOLUTION
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January 8, 1985
I have attached to this explanation several items for your
information:
If you have not as yet passed a resolution of
participation the attach'ed is a sample form which you
may use.
o
Accurate as to this date, a list of all participating
jurisdictions. Additions and deletions to the list will
occur in the next several weeks and you will be updated.
o
The final page contains an estimate of the amount owed
by your individual jurisdiction. The data on number of
employees has been gathered f~o~n a number of sources.' I
am sure you will advise us if we have credited you with
too many. We sincerely hope you will adjust accordingly
if the estimate is too low.
As you are aware, the study has already commenced and many of our
employees are actively involved in developing the initial survey
materials. Each month all jurisdictions will receive a monthly update
on the status of the project. If you require any additional
information please feel free to contact the author at the City of
Golden Valley, 545-3781.
WSJ:hfc
cc:
Joint Comparable Worth
Personnel Committee
Attach.
SAMPLE RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN TIlE
CONTROL DATA BUSINESS ADVISORS, INC. JOINT
COMPARABLE WORTH STUDY.
WHEREAS:
Minnesota Statutes 471.991 enacted in 1984 requires all
political subdivisions in the State to establish equitable
compensation relationships among its employees; and
WHEREAS:
The Metropolitan Area Management Association, the Coalition
of Outstate Cities, the Minnesota Municipal Utilities
Association and other related public jurisdictions desire to
meet the requirements of the law through a joint job
evaluation study; and
WHEREAS:
The Metropolitan Area Management Association in consultation
with representatives of outstate cities and after meeting
and confering with representatives of organized labor
screened and selected Control Data Business Advisors, Inc.
as the consultant to perform the study; and
WHEREAS:
The cost of the study is to be divided among the
participating jurisdictions in the following manner: Each
entity will pay a base charge of Three Thousand Dollars
($3,000.00) and a charge per employee of Thirty-five Dollars
($35.00) per person.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of
that it hereby approves participation of the City
in the Joint Comparable Worth Study to be conducted by Control Data
Business Advisors, Inc.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the sum of based on
the above specified formula be transmitted to the City of Golden
Valley, Minnesota which city has offered to serve as the fiscal agent
and contractor for the duration of the study.
Dated this day of , 1985.
Mayor
Clerk/Administrator/Manager
CITIES PARTICIPATING IN
JOINT COMPARABLE WORTH STUDY
Albert Lea
Alexandria
Anoka
Apple Valley
Bemidji
Benson
Blaine
Bloomington
Brainerd
Breckenridge
Brooklyn Center
Brooklyn Park
Burnsville
Champlin
Chaska
Circle Pines
Cloquet
Columbia Heights
Coon Rapids
Cottage Grove
Crookston
Crystal
Deephaven
Delano
Eagan
East Grand Forks
Eden Prairie
Edina
Elk River
Excelsior
Farmington
Fergus Falls
Forest Lake
Fridley
Golden Valley
Hastings
Hopkins
Inver Grove Heights
Lakeville
Lino Lakes
Litchfield
Little Falls
Mankato
Maple Grove
Maplewood
Mendota Heights
Minnetonka
Minnetrista
Moorhead
Mora
Morris
Mound
Mounds View
New Brighton
New Hope
New Ulm
North St. Paul
Northfield
Oakdale
Orono
Ortonville
Plymouth
Prior Lake
Ramsey
Redwood Falls
Richfield
River Falls
Robbinsdale
Rochester
Roseville
Rosemount
St. Anthony
St. Cloud
St. James
St. Louis Park
St. Paul Park
St. Peter
Savage
Shakopee
Shoreview
So. St. Paul
Stillwater
Thief River Falls
Wayzata
West St. Paul
White Bear Lake
Winona
Woodbury
1/8/85 = 88 Cities
UTILITIES PARTICIPATING
JOINT COMPARABLE WORTH STUDY
Anoka
Brainerd
Buffalo
Chaska
ElK River
Grand Marais
Hutchinson
Marshall
Moorhead
~ora
New Ulm
North St.
Owatonna
Princeton
Shakopee
Thief River
Virginia
Wells
Paul
Falls
1/8/85 = 18 Utilities
OTHER ORGANIZATIONS PARTICIPATING IN
JOINT COMPARABLE WORTH STUDY
Metropolitan Airorts Commission
1/8/85 = 1 Other Organization
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Metropolitan Area Managernen
of the Twin City Area
January 8, 1985
Associati ]
Mr. Jon Elam
City Manager
City of Mound
5341 Maywood Road
Mound, Minnesota 55364
Dear Mr. Elam:
The fee assessed to your jurisdiction for participation in the Joint
Comparable Worth Study of the Metropolitan Area Management Association
and conducted by Control Data Business Advisors, Inc. is as follows:
BASE FEE ................. $ 3,000.00
34 Employees* x $35.00 per employee .$ 1,190.00
Search and screening of consultant .... ~ 200.00
TOTAL DUE .... $ 4,390.00
This fee is due upon receipt of this statement.
YOUR CHECK SHOULD BE MADE PAYABLE TO THE CITY OF GOLDEN VALLEY AND
FORWARDED ALONG WITH A COPY OF THIS STATEMENT TO:
Mr. William S. Joynes, City Manager
Chairman, MAMA General Labor
Relations Committee
City of Golden Valley
7800 Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley, Minnesota 55427
*If the number of employees in your jurisdiction is incorrect please
make the appropriate adjustment and extension to the statement
fowarded along with your check.
bloomington, minnesota
Municipal Building · 2215 West Old Shakopee Road · Bloomington, Minnesota 55431 · (612) 881-5811
January 4, 1985
Re: Compensation Study
Dear City Contact:
On behalf of the Personnel Committee of. the Compensation Study, I want to welcome
you as the designated contact for your City. You will be a vital part of the
working team to complete the Study.
The 15-member Personnel Committee was designated by the Metropolitan Area Manage-
ment Association (MAMA) Joint Committee to coordinate the completion of the Study
with the Business Advisors project team, to schedule and communicate with all
cities in the Study and to ensure the integrity of the Study. The 15-member
Personnel Committee meets at least once a week. The name and address of each
member is enclosed for your reference.
To brief you on the Study and the process for completion, I have enclosed the
Compensation Study Process Summary. This gives you an overview of the steps which
need to be completed. The Personnel Committee has been meeting with Control Data
Business Advisors since early December to get the project started.
The first task before us in completing the Compensation Study is holding,Occupa-
tional Questionnaire Workshops. We are asking your help in scheduling employees
for these and in providing information about jobs within your City.
During an Occupational Questionnaire Workshop employees holding different jobs
within an occupational group review and edit the preliminary draft of the question-
naire which was designed to describe their job category. The Workshop lasts 3-4
hours and is conducted by an Occupational Analyst from Control Data Business
Advisors. Your City representatives may attend one workshop for each of the seven
occupational groups identified for this Compensation Study. The workshops will be
held the week of January 28 through February 1, 1985.
The list of occupational groups and the jobs tentatively assigned to each group is
attached. Your first assignment is to review this list and add to it those jobs
within your city which are not already identified.
After th'at, go through it again and indicate the number of employees holding each
of the jobs identified. For example:
Position
# of Employees
Accounting Clerk 2
Secretary 3
Police Officer 11
City Clerk 1
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Telecommunications Device for the Deaf. (612) 887-9677
January 4, 1985
Page Two
This must be completed and your list sent to Dwain Boelter - MNBO6F, Control Data
Business Advisors, 3601 West 77th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55435, by January 10,
1985. To speed the process, please return them to Business Advisors by same-day
messenger or courier service.
Along with the job list, please send all existing written job descriptions you
have for your City jobs. These are needed to better understand the jobs and to
determine in which occupational group they belong.
As soon as your list and those of other cities are in, we can assign dates for
each City's attendance at the workshop. A member of the Personnel Committee will
contact you after January 16th to tell you what dates you have been assigned.
Also, enclosed is a brief description of the Occupational Questionnaire Workshop,
its purpose and who should be selected to attend a Workshop. Please review this
and identify people within your City who would be likely candidates. The repre-
sentatives should not only have knowledge of their particular job, but also the
other jobs contained in the occupational group. You can anticipate that you will
be asked to send at least two people as representatives for each of the seven
occupational groups. The exact number and date will not be known though until
January 16, 1985.
If. you have any questions, please call any one of the people on the Compensation
Study Personnel Committee; they will be happy to give you further information or
clarify a point.
Again, I must repeat it is vital that we have your job list and available job
descriptions returned by January 10, 1985. Please make every effort to do so.
Sincerely,
Kent T. Michaelson, Chair
Compensation Study Personnel Committee
Personnel Director
City of Bloomington
Enclosure
Metropolitan Area Management Association
Compensation Study
Process Summary
The plan for development and implementation of a FOCAS (Flexible
Occupational Analysis System) job analysis and evaluation system
for 25 benchmark jobs defined by the MA~% Committee and for
subsequent evaluation of MA~ member cities' non-benchmark jobs is
summarized below.
FOCAS is a questionnaire-based job analysis and evaluation
system. FOCAS has been developed to provide accurate and
comprehensive information about jobs to support effective human
resource management.
The first step in the process is to develop questionnaires to be
used to gather information about what employees do. We will use
one questionnaire for each occupational group. The r.~.~ Committee
will identify one subject matter expert and an adv/sory group from
each occupational group to work with Business. Advisors. These
individuals will provide their job content expertise throughout
questionnaire development and job evaluation, and should be very
knowledgeable about jobs in their occupational area. Business
Advisors, together with a team of MA~'LA member cities' Personnel
Directors, will develop preliminary questionnaires based upon
existin9 job descriptions and the Business Advisors data bank of
task items. The Personnel Committee will identify and schedule
employee workshops to be conducted jointly with Business Advisors,
to modify preliminary questionnaires. Questionnaires will be
finalized with the advisory group for that occupational area.
Second, the Personnel Committee will schedule and conduct meetings
with employees for them to complete the questionnaire for their
occupational group. In filling out questionnaires, employees will
indicate for each task that they do or do not perform it and how
~uch time they spend on tasks performed relative to other tasks.
Third, Business Advisors will provide data entry from the
questionnaires and provide computer-generated position
descriptions for each employee who filled out a questionnaire.
This is a listing of tasks performed with time spent percentages.
The supervisor and employee will review and verify or m~dify the
position description. The Personnel Committee will collect and
return all modified position descriptions to Business Advisors.
Business Advisors will provide data entry and return revised
position descriptions to the Personnel Committee for distribution
to supervisors/employees. These will serve as final position
descriptions.
Fourth, Business Advisors will provide average, or benchmark, job
descriptions for the 25 benchmark jobs identified by the MA~%
co~nittee. The Personnel Committee will identify employees making
up the benchmark. Subject matter experts and advisory groups will
work with Business Advisors to finalize descriptions.
The fifth step in the process, task valuing, begins at the same
time as the second. Business Advisors will work with the
Personnel Committee, subject matter experts and advisory groups to
set up the task valuing process. The Personnel Committee will
identify and schedule managers for valuing meetings. Business
Advisors will conduct valuing meetings. In valuing tasks,
managers will rate all tasks about which they are knowledgeable,
according to one factor, complexity, importance or
unfavorability. Business Advisors will review average task values
with the subject matter expert and the advisory group to finalize
values. Factor w~ights will be statistically computed by Business
Advisors and finalized with the subject matter expert and advisory
group. '
The sixth step is t° combine results of the completed
questionnaires with task values to determine job value. Business
Advisors' computer analysis will compute job value by nultiplying
time spent on tasks times task value and sum the products to
produce a point total. Business Advisors will provide job values
for the twenty-five benchmark jobs to the MAMA committee.
Step seven is to collect and analyze wage and benefit data from
.public and private sector labor markets. The ~4A committee will
identify available sUrveys and work with Business Advisors to
define appropriate markets and to determine if a specialized
salary survey is desirable. If so, Business Advisors will corduct
a specialized salary survey. Final job hierarchies will be
constructed based upon job values and market data.
The eighth step is to analyze relationships among job'values,
current pay rates and market data. BusinessAdvisors will provide
an analysis and alternative strategies for addressing pay
discrepancies.
Ninth, Business ~visors will provide individual job evaluation
points to the member cities.
Finally, Business Advisors will provide a report of methodology
and fesults and meet with the MAMAcommittee to present the
report.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR REVIEWING CITY JOB LISTS
One of our first major tasks in the Control Data Business
Advisors and Metropolitan Area Management Association (MAMA)
Compensation Study is to review the type of jobs and populations
in each member city. This task is important because it will
assure that your jobs are adequately represented in the
study and that your employees can be represented in the up-
coming questionnaire development workshops. Questionnaire
development is the basis for our task based analysis system
and is critical to or Compensation Study.
Please fill in your city name and your name at the top of the
first page of these forms. NeXt, we request that you review
the following list of jobs and provide us with information
about the number of jobs in each category and the number
of levels of each job in your city.
For example, in the section of the form shown below:
; ~I' Switchboard Operator ./ ,'
I -~/2 Receptionist x .~~o~,~'/~v~
~ ~ -/~ Accounting Clerk
_ 2~- Accounts Payable Clerk
C _77- Accounts Receivable Clerk
~ ~ Payroll Clerk
~ .~Z- Payroll Accountant
city "x" has: 1 Switchboard operator, level II
4 Receptionists, ranging from level I to
level II
2 Accounting clerks, levels I and III
2 Accounts payable clerks, both at level II
2 Accounts receivable clerks, both at level II
1 position which is a combination of payroll
accountant level II and payroll accountant
When your city has a job which is essentially equivalent to one
of those listed, but has a different job title, please count
that job under the listed job name and write in the correspond-
ing name your city uses next to the listed name as shown
above with receptionist.
When you have a job which is not listed, please write it in
and provide the number of employees in that position and the
range of level.
January 4, 1984
Instructions
Page 2
If you have any questions, feel free to call:
Dwain Boelter, Consultant
Craig Mitchell, Consultant
Kaye Aho, Project Manager
612-921-4182
612-921-4177
612-921-4181
SCHEDULING PROCESS
Before workshops can be scheduled, the population will be
reviewed by the Personnel Committee to identify a well-
represented group of employees or to identify locations where
positions may exist that may not be located elsewhere.
Scheduling--A member of the Personnel Committee will
contact you to schedule the workshops. Review the
schedule at that time-and discuss any conflicts or
rescheduling that may be needed.
Examples of written correspondence for you to use with
employees and supervisors will be sent to you.
There will be two workshops held per day for each
Occupational Group. Each work~hop will last for 3-4
hours.
If possible, talk with the cognizant line managers
before the Workshops. It is important that managers be
aware of why their employees are going to be
"non-productive" for a half day and the impact it can
have on the employee's jobs.
OCCUPATIONAL QUESTIONNAIRE WORKSHOP FORMAT
Each workshop will be structured similarly so as to control the
quality of responses from participants and to ensure review of
the questionnaire by as many employees as possible.
The workshop begins with a presentation of introductory
materials about the purpose of the workshop and a description
of a questionnaire. A brief practice session is conducted to
teach participants what to look for when reviewing the
questionnaire.
After that, each participant works alone to review the
preliminary questionnaire. First, they identify the tasks
which describe their jobs and then they add tasks which are
part of their jobs which are not listed. The Occupational
Analyst is available to answer questions. The participants may
speak to one another but group consensus is not required to
modify or add tasks to the Questionnaire.
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GUIDE FOR CITY CONTACTS TO OCCUPATIONAL QUESTIONNAIRE WORKSHOPS
Employee participation is critical to the success of FOCAS.
Task questionnaire content is provided and edited to a final
product by the best possible source of information--the job
holders and end-users.
A series of workshops will be held to revise and edit drafts of
the questionnaires. The order in which workshops are set up
and the process structure followed will be determined by the
nature of the job family and need for revisions and editing.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW
Workshops are held to:
Solicit input from job holders, those who will
ultimately be affected by the ,outcome.
Assist in structuring the questionnaire in a way to
break out job levels.
Assure all positions are included in the task
questionnaire.
o Assure the implementation phase goes smoothly. When
employees contribute to the development of the product,
the implementation phase is much simpler.
PROFILE OF WORKSHOP PARTICIPANTS
Workshop participants are to be knowledgeable job incumbents
who represent the various functions constituting the occupa-
tional area . They must have good communication skills in
order to verbally describe the job behaviors that make up their
jobs. They should have a good performance record to help
assure quality participation.
They will be asked to:
o Develop a task list and read through all task state-
ments on the preliminary questionnaire.
· .o Check the task statements they feel require modifica-
tion to read more clearly.
Add task statements they feel should be listed but are
missing.
Assign a temporary value to the tasks to assure level-
specificity.
CASE NO. 85-401
CITY OF MOUND
Mound, Minnesota
Planning Commission Agenda of January 14, 1985:
Board of Appeals
Case No. 85-401
Location: 2208 Commerce Blvd.
Legal Desc.: Tract A, Registered Land
Survey 588
Request: Wall Mounted Sign
Zoning District: B-1
Applicant
Mound Medical Clinic, LTD.
Diane Theis
2208 Commerce Blvd.
Mound, MN. 55364
Phone: 472-1144
The applicant is requesting to erect a 30 square foot unlighted sign to the
north side of the existing building and refurbish the existing sign on the west
wall.
The north wall area is 18OO square feet. The sign code draft allows 15% of the
wall area for wall si§nage, or 270 square feet, adjacent to a surface parking
lot accommodating 25 cars or more.
RECOMMEND: Staff recommends the 30 square foot sign approval, as requested,
with refurbishing of the existing west wall sign.
Jan Bertrand
Building Official
JB/ms
Planning Commission Minutes
January 14, 1985
BOARD OF APPEALS
1. Case No. 85-401 Wall Mounted Sign for the Mound Medical Clinic, 2208 Commerce
Tract A, Registered Land Survey 588 - PID # 13-117-24 33 0058
Applicant Diane Thies was present.
The Building Official explained that the Medlcal'Clinic is requesting a wall
mounted sign 12 feet by 30 inches. The existing signage is 1 foot by 10 feet.
They want to refurbish the one on the west side, take'it down, paint it and re-
affix it to the building and add a new 30 square foot sign to the north end of
'' building. The sign code draft allows 15% of the wall area; no sign to exceed
100 square feet in area; and wall has to face either a surface parking lot for
25 or more cars or front on a public right-of-way. The proposed sign is in con-
formance with the sign code draft provlsions. The Commission discussed this
briefly. ..
Weiland moved and Meyer seconded a motion to approve the recommendation of
the Staff (approval of the 30 square foot sign as requested, with refurbishing
of the existing west wall sign).
This will be on the Council Agenda of January 22, 1985.
Address ~..~ 6 J7
Type of Request:
CITY Of MOUND
APPLICATION TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
(Please type the following information)
Applicant (if other th~n owner):
( ) Variance ( ) ConditiOnal Use Permit
( ) Zoning Interpretation & Review
( ) Wetland Permit ( ) P.U.D.
Fee Paid ..~'1(_..~
Date Filed
Block
PlO No. /..~-
Day Phone No.:
£ ---
Day Phone No.. ~-~,~-//~¢
( ] Amendm~n~
(~Sign Permit
'( )*Other
*If other, specify:
Zoning Distrlct.. 'B
'Existing Use(s) of Property
· Has an application ever been made for zoning, variance, or conditional use permit or
· other zoning procedure for this property? "~Y~'o If so, list date(s) of
list date(s) of application, action taken and provide Resolution No.(s)
Copies of previous resolutions shall accompany present request.
certify that all of the above statements and the statements contained in any required
>apers or plans to be submitted herewith are true and accurate. I consent to the entry in
upon the premises described in this application by any authorized official of the City
hound for the purpose of inspecting, or of posting, maintaining and removing such
,otices as may be required by la~.. ~ /~
;ignature of' Applicant ~~ Date, (/~
~lanning Commission Recommendation:_ Moved to tnhl~ nt Nh,,. ?R 1983 Meeting
Date
Council Action:'
Resolution No.
Date
4~82
t' CITY OF MOUND
r"',_; DF_.C 2 ? 1984
1'---'~ NZA~E ~F 'APP IT Mound Medical , Lt__~d.
- ."~.;'~ '- ! .r' .'"*' M. -- '
APPLICATION .FOR SIGN PERMIT
PHONE NO.
~536&
A72-1146
Street'Number
SIGN LOCATION l) North wall
1) West wall
City
Zip
LOT Tract A BLOCK
PLAT' PARCEL PID #
~}~LLR~;~. Total: 1800 feet
PLEASE DESCRIBE REQUEST
AND REASON FOR REQUEST
ADDITION Land SurveyS/0588
13-117-24 33 0058
ZONING B1
To erect an unlite wign to the north s~de oF th..wt~e~nC
buildings remove current signage from west wall ~ paint and Ne-affi× to b,]ilding ~m. w~ll.
SIGN SIZE 12' x 30" ~
BEING REQUESTED r gO
LENGTH OF TIME SIGN TO BE ERECTED:
PERMA~EN.T xx
TEMPORARY
(Temporary sign not to be for period
in excess of two months)
TYPE OF SIGN:
WALL MOUNT xx
PYLON
FREE STANDING
PORTABLE
OTHER
Does it conform to all setback and other requirements relating to the Zoning Ordinance?
yes
Is sign for a community organization and does it meet all the standards(Ord. 440)?
no
If additional information is attached, please-submit 8½" X ]1" maximum sized drawings.
.' Recommend~tlOn:
Approved:
City Manager
CASE NO. 85-401
e
Case No. 83-266 Sig~ Per'mits for 2208 Commerce Boulevard (Medical Clinic)
Tract A, Registered Land Survey 588
Dr. Charles Carlson was present.
Dr. Carlson stated it's juSt a matter of putting.up the sign in the area
where the decorative, bushes are to identify where the clinic is~ People have
complained that it's hard tb find.
The City Manager stated that in working with them to prepare the application,
he feels that the sign meets the definition of the new sign ordinance of 40
square feet. Byrnes, in looking'at the sign dlagram~ asked how far sign (on
left side) would be from the building? Michael mentioned ]f street width ]~'33
feet to center of road and if sign is 12 feet from building pl.us 10 for the
sign, can't be much setback. 'The Planner agreed the street width to center of
Commerce is 33 feet and stated the sign is in conformance with the proposed
sign ordinance with the possible exception of the setback. The Planner said
the draft ordinance requires a 15 foot setback from the right-of-way line, not
from the street. The Planning Commission discussed wall signs, needing more
information on where the free. standin~ sign is to be placed in relation to
the building, the property line, height from the ground, etc.
Byrnes moved and Reese seconded a motion to table (probably to the next
meeting) to get more information on 'dimensions of sign, site plan and other
options.
In further discussion, Vargo could see some degree of obstruction by the sign
for people entering the parking lot. It was suggested placing it in the parking
lot where there is more space and visibility. Carlson d]dn't feel it would
identify the building if placed in the parking lot. The vote on the motion was
unanimously in favor of tabling.
"q BON
OOOMSSX/B:
· · W"I !i .I. NOI/4'13B ~ I :
PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CASE NO. 85-401
RESOLUTION NO. 85-
RESOLUTION TO CONCUR WITH THE PLANNING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE A SIGN VARIANCE FOR THE
MOUND MEDICAL PROPERTIES, PID # 13-117-24 33 0058
WHEREAS, Medical Properties has requested a sign variance; and
WHEREAS, said sign would be erected as a wall mounted sign at 2208 Com-
merce Boulevard and will be 30 square feet in'area adjoining a parking area
of 25 parking stalls or more at the north of the building as shown on Exhibit
"A" with the existing sign on the west wall to be refurbishedl and
WHEREAS, said sign would identify the location of the Mound Medical
Clinic at 2208 Commerce Boulevard described as Tract A, Registered Land Survey
No. 0588, PID # 13-11.7-24 33 0058.
NOW THEREFORE; .BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Mound,
Minnesota does.hereb~ approve the sign variance as requested for 2208 Commerce
Boulevard and described on Exhibit "A".
CASE NO. 85-406
CITY OF MOUND
Mound, Minnesota
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR TOWNHOMES AT 5243, 5257,
5271 AND 5285'EDEN ROAD, LOTS 21, 22,
23 AND 24, BLOCK 2, SHIRLEY HILLS UNIT F
PID NUMBERS 13-117-24 34 0034/0035/0036/0037
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, February 12, 1985, at
7:30 P.M. at the Mound City Hall, 5341Maywood Road, Mound, Minnesota,
the City Council will hold a public hearing on the application for a
Conditional Use Permit for 8 Townhomes at 5243, 5257, 5271 and 52~5
Eden Road and legally described as follows:
Lots 21, 22, 23 and 24 plus 1/2 of vacated alley on West,
Block 2, Shirley Hills Unit F; PID Numbers 13-117-24 34 0034,
13-117-24 34 0035, 13-117-24.34 0036 and 13-117-24 34 0037.
All persons appearing at said hearing will be.given an opportunity
to be heard.
Fra~ncene C. Clark, City Clerk
CASE NO. 85-403
CITY OF MOUND
Mound, Minnesota
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON TOWN SQUARE
APPLICATIONS FOR REZONING FROM R-3 TO B-l,
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPROVAL FOR A
DRIVE-IN BANK~ SETBACK VARIANCES, DRIVE-IN
BANK LOCATIONAL VARIANCES AND A COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN AMENDMENT FOR LAND WITH THE FOLLOWING
PID NUMBERS 13-117-24 33 0001/0027/0058/0059/
OO60/O061/OO62/0063. AND 13-117-24 32 O125/
0129/O 161 " ~.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on Tuesday, February 12, 1985, at
7:30 P.M. at the Mound City Hall, 5341Maywood Road, Mound, Minnesota,
the City Council will hold a public hearing on the applications for
Town Square for Rezoni.ng from R-3 to B-I, Conditional Use Permit approval
for a Drive-in Bank, Setback Variances, Drive-in Bank Locational .Variances
and a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for lands lying within the following
described boundaries:
Bounded on the north by Church Road, bounded on the South by Lynwood
Boulevard, bounded on the west by Commerce Boulevard and bounded on
the east by a line drawn from a point on Chur. ch Road 500 feet easterly
of Commerce Boulevard to a point on Lynwood Boulevard 500 feet
easterly of Commerce Boulevard and bearing the following street
addresses: 5541 Church Road, 2208 thru 2222 Commerce Boulevard and
5542 Lynwood Boulevard; including the following PID Numbers 13-117-24
33 0001/0027/0058/0059/0060/0061/0062/0063 and 13-117-24 32 0125/
0129/0161.
All persons appearing at said hearing will be given an opportunity
to be heard.
F~n~:ene C. Clark, City Clerk
3030 Harbor Lane North,
Suite 104
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55441
61~5~1950
TO: Plannin~ C~,~t%ission and Staff
FRDM: Mark Koegler, City Planner ~
DATE: January9, 1985
SUBJECT: Town Square - Variances, Conditional Use Per~i't for Drive-in Banking
Facility and Rezonin~
CASE NO: 85-403
APPLICANT: Ray W. Geiger, C/O ~niley Glotter Associates
IX)CATION: East Side of Cc~terce Boulevard between Church and Lynwood '
EXISTING ZONING: Central Business (B-i) and Two-family Residential (R-3)
ODMPREHENSIVE PIAN: Ccmmercial and Residential
BACKGROUND: On June 25, 1984, the Planning Commission reviewed the Town
Square proposal as part of the tax increme_nt financiDg plan approval process.
At the present time, the applicant has finalized the development plans and is
requestin~ final review ar~ approval frcra the City of Mound.
The current Town Square site plan has attempted to respond to the issues that .
were previously raised by the Planning Commission, i.e., rear alley truck
access, circulation, etc. The final plan contains two separate buildings
surrounded by parking, driveways, walkways and landscaping. Six entrances
provide access to various portions of the property. The center's main
entra.nces are from Lynwood Boulevard on the south and Church Road on the
north.
REZONING: Implementation of the Town Square plan will require the rezonin~ of
the northeast corner of the property from R-3 to B-!, The single-family
residence that is located on the R-3 parcel will be removed making the
property available for ccmmercial development.
Plannin~.C~L.~ission and Staff
Page Two
January 9, 1985
Accordi~ to the zonir~ ordinance, amendments to zoning districts should "only
be used as a means to reflect changes in the goals and policies of the
community as reflected in' the plan or changes in conditions in the city."
Town Square has been reviewed extensively by the HRA and the City Council, and
their support for the proposal seems to reflect a charge in both policy and
business conditions in the City of Mound.· Based upon their actions, Town
Square meets the ordinance criteria for rezonin~.
OOMMEN/XS: The redevelopment of the Town Square site generates a number of
issues which need to be considered by the Planning Commission and City
Council.
Setbacks: The B-1 provisions do not require front yard setbacks which
would be applicable to the frontages along Lynwood Boulevard, Commerce
Boulevard and Church Road. Th~e~northern most 18,0 .feet of the eastern
side of the site abuts an existing R-3 zone. Where B-1 abuts R-3, the
O--rdinance reqUires a setback of 50 feet. The final site plan for Town
Square depicts a setback in this area rangin~ from 35 to 41 feet. This
will require a variance ~'~to 15 f~
Parking: All parking for Town Square will be accc~,'~.~dated in surface
lots. The site plan provides a total of 182 parkir~ spaces, 20 of which
are drive-in teller stalls. Mound zoning ordinance requires the
followin~:
Land Use Floor Area Ordinance Standard Required Spaces
Retail 23,900 1 per 150 sq. ft. 159
Bank 10,250 1 pe~ 400 sq. ft. 26
Clinic 16,700 5 per professional employee 55*
-~' (; ~ ~' 1 per other employee
TOTAL 240
, Assumes 8 professional and 15 other employees.
The Town Square proposal is 58 spaces short of the ordinance standard.
There are a number of ways to remedy this deficiency, the most probable
of which involves securing additional parking for employees of the
various businesses. The church immediately north of the project provides
one such source and the Mound Super Valu may provide an additional
source. Super Valu is relocating to the No Frills Center. At the
present time, a replacement use for the old Super Valu building is
unknown. Depending upon what type of business eventually occupies the
structure, extra parkir~ may be available.
Plannir~3 Cu~Jssion and Staff
Page Three
January 9, 1985
A review of parking should also address circulation and location. ~ Tne
connections between parkir~ lots provide convenient access for custcmers.
The hard surface areas are broken up by landscaped islands which will
help both visually and functionally. The site plan provides a compact
parking area in the center of the parcel. The placement of this lot is
presumably due to the physical space available. From a functional
standpoint, however, staff questions the validity of a 100 percent
ccmpact stall lot in this location. The compact Parking area provides
some of the most convenient parkir~ for the retail shops. As such, it
will be difficult to enforce cc~pact parkin~ only in'this area regardless
of posted signage. Larger vehicles in this lot may cause occasional
problems, however, a 25-foot aisle should provide adequate maneuvering
rock.
Approval of the proposed parking scheme will require two types, of
variances. First, a variance will be necessary to recognize the 58-stall
deficiency. Secondly, a variance from the ordinance stall standard of 10
x 20 feet will be required for the 8 x 16 foot compact stalls and the 9 x
18 foot regular spaces. All handicapped stalls will need to be extended
to 20 feet in length.
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Drive-in Bank: Drive-in facilities of any type are conditional uses in
the B-1 zone. Therefore, the proposed drive-in bank will require the
issuance of a conditional use permit. The ordinance establishes
performance standards for drive-in facilities. The proposed bank
location is not consistent with the performance standards in the
followir~ areas:
Se
Under the ordinance, drive-in facilities are prohibited within 400
feet of churches. The existih~ church is within approximately 300
feet of the proposed drive-in bank.
be
Th~ performance standards state that loudspeakers shall not be
located within 400 feet of any residentially zoned property or
within 200 feet of any adjacent lot. As proposed, loudspeaker.
locations would fall within 255 feet of the adjacent church lot, -.
approximately 86 feet from the lot across the street and within 320
feet of the R-3 zoned property along the eastern side of the Town
Square site.
In reviewing the proposed drive-in banking activities and the
surroundir~3 lar~ usss, it seems very unlikely that the location of
the bank or the use of loudspeakers will negatively impact any
neighboring parcels. Technically, however, the site plan will
require a ll4-foot variance to the provision regulating the distance
to an adjacent lot and an 80-foot variance from the required
distance to a residential use.
Planning Cu~ission and Staff
Page Four
January 9, 1985
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Gradin(~, Drainage and Utility Plans: Gradin(3, drainage and utility plans
were not submitted with the site plan materials for Town Square. Review
of such plans by the City Engineer is essential prior to final approval
of the project.
Landscaping: The landscaping plan for Town square is adequate as a
concept but does not contain sufficient detail to meet the City's final
approval requirements. Essentially, the plan provides landscaped areas
around the perimeter of the site, at the entrance of the buildings and in
islands within the parking lot. The placement and variety of species
shown on the plan should enhance the development. Along the eastern side
of the site, the plan calls for the installation of a retaining wall and
an arborvitae screen. The arborvitae should provide a visual buffer
between the rear portion of the shops and the adjacent residential uses,
however, only the southerly one-half of the plantings are located on the
Town Square property. The plantings along the northern one-half of the
eastern side can be on adjacent property, however, the City should
require some assurance that the material will be maintained. Prior to
final approval, the applicant will need to sukmit a detailed landscaping
plan to staff for further review.
Signage: The Town Square site plan shows a pylon sign at the southwest
corner of the property. Additionally, the building elevation sheets
depict individual wall signage for each of the businesses. This signage
concept is consistent with the City's sign ordinance. No signs can be
placed in the ground or on buildings without formal sign permit approval.
Signage permit applications will need to be filed with the City as such
information becomes available.
Platting: Town Square contains a confusing array of legal descriptions.
In order to clarify existin~ ownership and provide the vehicle for future
ownership of the various buildings, preparation of a plat will be
necessary. An application for subdivision and a preliminary and final
plat will need to be prepared and submitted to the City prior to final
approval.
Circulation: The pedestrian and vehicular circulation pattern of the
final site plan is consistent with the preliminary site plans that were
previously reviewed by the City. The sidewalk system provides adequate
interior circulation and connections to adjacent parcels.
Comprehensive Plan: The Mound comprehensive plan designates the Town
Square parcel as commercial and residential in concurrence with the
existing zoning. Approval of the Town Square site plan will require
amendment of the City's ccmprehensive plan. This process is relatively
simple, however, it does involve the Metropolitan Council. An amendment
to the c~nprehensive plan requires formal review by the Metropolitan
Council. After receipt of the proposed amendment, the Metropolitan
Plannin~ Cu~u~ission and Staff
Page Five
January 9, 1985
Council has 10 days to resPond regarding the .level of the requ.ired
review. Presumably, with a small amendment such as the Town Square one,
they will issue an immediate finding that the amendment is of no
significant consequence to Metropolitan's systems.
RECOMMENDATIONS: The staff recommends approval of the comprehensive plan
amendment, variances, rezonir~ an~ conditional use permit for the drive-in
bank facility for Town Square subject to the followin~ conditions:
The rezoning of the R-3 parcel to B-1 shall not formally occur until such
tim~ as the City has ccmpleted acquisition negotiations and acquired the
subject parcel.
Final grading, drainage and utility plans must be submitted and approved
by the City Engineer prior to issuance of a gradir~3 permit.
Final landscaping plans must be submitted to the City Planner for
approval prior to issuance of a gradir~ permit.
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The applicant shall be responsible for platting the parcel in conformance
with the City's subdivision regulations and M.S.A 462.358~ Platting
shall occur prior to conveyance of any land to the developer from the
City of Mound.
The applicant shall submit plans to the watershed district for review,
c~..~ent and required permit approval.
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The Planning Commission finds that the setback, drive-in bank location
ar~ parking variances meet the criteria for granting variances due to the
unique redevelopment aspects of' the project. The applicant shall be
required to enter into negotiations with the church or other land owners
to provide employee parking outside of the boundaries of the Town Square
parcel.
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Prior to installation or'any signage, the applicant shall file and
receive sign permit approval frc~ the City of Mound.
.The applicant shall provide the City with copies of agreements with
a~uttir~ landowners pertainin~ to the placement and maintenance of plant
materials outside of the ownership boundaries of Town Square.
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10.
The Mound comprehensive plan is amended to reflect a commercial
designation for the Town Square site, subject to comprehensive plan
amendment approval by the Metropolitan Council.
Driveway and utility access alon~ Ca~merce Boulevard shall be subject to
the review and permit approval of Hennepin County.
VARIANCES
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Setbacks
Abutting R-3 zone
Parking Requirements
Total Spaces
Stall Size
Drive-in Bank
Distance to Church
Loudspeaker Location
To Adjacent Lot
To Residential Property
Required
50'
240
10 ' x20'
400'
200 '
400'
Proposed
35'-41'
182
9'X18'
300'
86'
320'
Variance
(9'-15'V)
(58 space V)
(v)
(100' v)
(114' V)
(80' v)
DATE:
COMM. NO.:
PROJECT:
SUBJECT:
MEMO BY:
COPIES TOt
January 8, 1985
821201 (2)
Hound Town Square Site
Mtg. with Hennepln County
Ray Wm. Gelger
George Glassco, John Bierbaum
Jan Bertrand~ Saul Smiley~
Ray Ge19er
ASSOCIATES
Architects Engineers Planners
1021 LaSalle Avenue
Minneapohs M..~esotu 55403
(612) 332 1401
memorandum
I met with George Glassco and Stephen Tyce this date regarding the
request for permit to allow two curb cuts along Commerce in Mound which
serves the State Bank of Hound drive-up teller area. Due to the amount
of traffic on Commerce the County has refused a permit for the access
but not for the exit~ this due to the potential hazard of over stacking-
at the entrance back unto the street. At the exit the driver has the
option to either make a right hand turn to go North or flow through the
parkinglot to Lynwood if the traffic is heavy. This would also still
work if a median were installed North from the intersection of Lynwood
and Commerce.
SGA is to examine the possibility of entering the bank drive-up teller
area off of Church and flowing through the North parking lot. Three
parking spaces will be lost. A contro)led entrance to the bank .area
from the parking lot cou)d be made by narrowing the flow to one car at
a time and by a chain when the drive-up is not open.
SGA will contact the City~ the bank~ and the developer as to this
revision in the site planning.
If any of this does not meet with your understanding of items
discussed, please notify me as soon as possible.
'~ "-''* ~ t j r. '~ , . -CITY OF I~DUND · Fee
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· ', ~/ 0 ~j ,l' ~j J: ~ ~A. 8~ ,.'...~ ,.~ Date Filed /0'~7-~
. gEC 2 7 ,,~ ~, APPLICATION TO PLANNING.~ ZONING COHHISSlON
~~~~f::~rope~' [~-st side of Commerce between Church s Lynwood
Legal Description of Property: Lot See Attached
Addi tion '
Owner's Name John Bierbaum-The Bellefonte
Address 710 Marquette Ave. Suite 450, Mpls.: MN
Applicant (if other than owner):
Ray W. Geiger
Name Smiley Glotter Associates
Address 1021 LaSalle, Mpls.~ MN 55403
Type of Request: (x) Variance
PID No.
Block
~40?
Day Phone No..
Day Phone No. 332-1401
(x) Conditional Use Permit (
~qt~,~j ~ (~,') Zoning Interpretation & Review (
(') Wetland. Permit ( ) P.U.D. (
) Amendment
) Sign Permit
)*Other
other, specify: Rezoninq of Northeast corner property from R1 to B1
isent Zoning District BI
Existing Use(s) of Property Doctor's Clinic, Laundry, Pharmacy, Superette, Residential
Has an application ever been made for zoning,'variance, or conditional use permit or
other zoning procedure for this property? 'No If so, list date(s) of
list date(s) of application, action taken and provide Resolution No.(s)
Copies of previous resolutions shall accompany present request.
certify that all of the above statements and the statements contained in any required
apers or plans to be submitted herewith are true and accurate. I consent to the entry in
r upon the premises described in this application by any authorized official'of the City
f Mound for the'purpose of inspecting, or of posting, maintaining and removing such
otices as may be required by law.
[gnature of Applicant _
'lanning Commission Recommendation:
Date Dec. 3, 1984
Date
:ouncil Action:
Resolution No.
Date
Denotes iron
Areo of property:
monument
136,117 sq. ct. or .3. 12 acres
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct representation of a survey of
the boundaries of:
Parcel 1
That part of Lot 2, Block 11, lying West of a line drawn parallel with and
100 feet West from the East line of Block ll; Lot 6, Block 11; Lot ? and
that part of Lot B, Block ll, lying East of the Easterly line of Linden
Street, said Easterly line of Linden Street being described as follows:
Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 2, "Koehler's Addition to Hound"
Lake Hinnetonka; thence East along the South line of said Lot 2 a distance
of 2.5 feet to the point of beginning of the Easterly line being described
herein; thence Northerly, deflecting to the left 88 degrees ll minutes, a
distance of GO feet; thence Northerly along a tafi~ential curve to the
right, having a'radius of 423.5 feet and a central angle of 20 degrees 46 .
minutes, a distance of 153.5 feet; thence Northerly along a tangential
curve to the left, having a radius of 167 feet, to its intersection with
the Northeasterly line of said Lot 8 and there terminating; except that
part of Lots 7 and 8 lying Southe¥1y of a line drawn from the Northeast
corner of Lot 3, "Koehler's Addition to Hound" Cake Hinnetonka, to a point
on the above described Easterly line of Linden street distant 20 feet
Northerly along said Easterly line from the south line of Lot 8, all in
"Lake Side Park: A.L. Crocker's 1st Division, Hound, Hinnetonka", according
to the recorded plat thereof.
Parcel 2
~hat part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 13,
Township 117, Range 24 described as commencing at the intersection of the
· west line of said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter and the
extension West of a line drawn parallel with and i foot North from the
North line of Lot 1, "Koehler's Additio~ to Hound" Lake Hinnetonka; thence
East parallel with the North line of sai~ Lot 1 a distance of 191.90 feet;
thence North parallel with the West line of said SOUthwest Quarter of the
Southwest ~uarter a distance of 53 feet to the actual point of beginning;
thence South along the last described parallel line a distance of 53 feet;
thence East parallel with the North line of said Lot i a distance of 72.10
feet to the West line of Lot 2, "Koehler's Addition to ~ound" Lake
~innetonka; thence North along the ~est line of saiO Lot 2 to the North
line of said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter; thence west along
the North line of said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest ~uarter to a
pnint 145.30 feet East from the Northwest corner of sai~ Southwest 0uarter'
of' the Southwest Ouarter; thence 'South paralleJ with the West line of said
S~jthwest ~Jarter of the Southwest ~J~rter, a distance of 92 feet; ~henee
That part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Qoarter, Section 13,
~ownship ll7, Range 24 described as commencing at the intersection of the
West line of said SoUthwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter and the
extension West of a line drawn para]le! with and 1 foot North from the
North line of Lot l, "Koehler's Addition to Mound" Lake Minnetonka~ thence
na~allel with the North line of said Lot 1 a distance of 191.90 feet~
_~. rice North parallel with the West line of said Southwest Quarter of the
Southwest Quarter a distance of 53 feet to the actual point of beginning;
thence South along the last described parallel line a distance of 53 feet;
thence East parallel with the North line of said Lot i a distance of 72.10
feet to the West line of Lot 2, "Koehler's Addition to Mound" Lake
Minnetonka; thence North along the West line of ~aid Lot 2 to the North
line of said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter~ thence west along
the North line of said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter to a
point 145.30 feet East from the Northwest corner of said Southwest Quarter
of the Southwest Quarter; thence South parallel with the West line .of said
Southwest Ouarter of the Southwest Quarter, a distance of 92 feet; thence
East parallel with the North line of said Southwest Qo~rter of the
Southwest Quarter a distance of 34 feet; thence Southeasterly to the actual
~oint of beginning. '
Lots 2, 3, 4, and 5, "Koehler's Addition ~o.Mound" Lake Minnetonka except
Ehe Southeriy 2~ feet thereof, according to the recorded plaE thereof.
That part of Lots 7 and 8, Block II, "Lake Side Park: A.L. Crocker's 1st
Division, Mound, Minnetonka" described as beginning at the Northeast corner
of Lot 3, "Koehler's Addition to Mound" Lake Minnetonka; thence West along
the~south line of said Lots ? and 8 to the Easterly line of Linden Street
(said Easterly line of Linden Street being described as follows:
IeenCing at the Southwest corner of Lot 2, "Koehler's Addition to Mound"
~innetonka; thence East along the South line of said Lot 2, a distance
of 2.50 feet to the point of beginning of the Easterly iine being described
herein; thence Northerly deflecting to the left 88 degrees i1 minutes, a
distance of ~0 feet; thence ~ortherly along a tangential curve to the right
having a radius of 423.50 feet and a central angle of 20 degrees 4~
minutes, a distance of 1~3.~0 feet; thence'Northerly along a tangential
curve to the left having a radius of l~? feet, to its intersection with the
Northeasterly line of Lot 8, "Lake Side Park: A.L. Crocker's 1st Division,
Mound, Minnetonka" and there terminating) thence Northerly along the
Easterly line of said Linden Stree. t a distance of 20 feet; thence Easterly
to the point of beginning, according'tn the recorded plat thereof.
Parcel
That part of ihe Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section
Township ll?, Range 24, described as follows: Commencing on a line
paralLel w~th the West line of said Section and distant 33 feet Easterly
· -."therefrom measured at right angles and at a point on said line 50 feet
North of the intersection of said line with the north line of Dell Street,
thence South along said line a distance of ~0 feet to the north line of
Deli Street, thence East along the North line of Del! Street 108.5 feet,
thence Northwesterly 50.1~ feet, more or less to the intersection with a
I~n~ ~Irawn parallel with the north line of Dell Street from the point of
~jnning, thence ~est along said parallel line 105.44 feet to the point of
nninq.
Parcel 4
That D~.~t nf Lot 32, Lafayette Park, Lake Minnetonka lying ~est of Lot 8,
Block 1~, Lake Side Park; A.L. Crocker's 1st Division Mound, N1nn~'tonka,
~n.'; qn~th ,~f ~hn So~th line nf School Street as shown on the pla~
Thst pa~t of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 13,
Township 117, Range 24, described as follows: Commencing on a line
parallel with the West line of said Section and distant /3 feet Easterly
therefrom measured at right angles and at a point on said line 50 feet
North of the intersection of said line with the north line of Dell Street,
thence South along said line a distance of 50 feet to the north line of
Dell Street, thence East along the North line of Dell Street 108.5 feet,
thence Northwesterly 50.15 feet, more or less to the intersection with a
line drawn parallel with the north line of Dell Street from the point of
beginning, thence West along said parallel ~ine 105.44 feet to the point of
beginning.
Parcel 4
That part of Lot 32, Lafayette Park, Lake Minnetonka lying West of Lot 8,
Block ll, Lake Side Park; A.L. Crocker's 1st Division Mound, Minnetonka,
and South of the South line of School Street as shown on the plat of said
Lake Side Park; A.L. Crocker's 1st Division Mound, Minnetonka; and that
part of Lot 8, Block ll, Lake Side Park; A.L. Crocker's 1st Division Mound,
Minnetonka lying West of the Easterly line of Linden Street a~ opened in
Village of Mound and .described in Book 1162 of Deeds, page 138; and Tracts.
A and B, Registered Land Survey No. 588, Files of Registrar of Titles,
County of Hennepin. -:
Parcel
Tracts C, D, E, F, G, H, I, $, and K, Registered Land Survey No. 588, Files
of the Registrar of Titles, Hennepin County, Minnesota.
'Parcel 6
tots 11 to 15 inclusive', 8lock 12, t~KE SIDE PARK A.t. CROCKER'5 1ST
DIVISION MOUND, MINNETON~A, Hennepin County, Minnesota, except that part of
said Lots 11 to 15 which lies northerly o~ a line that is 40.00 feet
southerly of, measured at a right angle to, and parallel with the north
l'ine of said Lots and its easterly extension.
ALSO
That part of School Street dedicated on the plat of LAKE SIDE PARK; A.L.
CROCKER'S 1ST DIVISION, MOUND, MINNETOK~<A, now known as Church Road, and'
that part of vacated Essex' :lace, formerly'known as Linden Street which
lies between the east righ{-of-way line of Comaerce Boulevard and a line
drawn from a point on the northwesterly lzne of Lot 2, Block 11, of said
LAKE SIDE PARK; A.L. CROCKER'S 1ST OIVISION MOUND, MINNETONKA, which point
is located by drawing a line parallel with and 100 feet West from the east
line of said Block 11 to intersect with the northwesterly line of said Lot
2; to a point on the east line of Lot 11, Block 12 of said LAKE SIDE PARK;
A.L. CROCKER'S 1ST DIVISION, which point is located by drawing a line
parallel with and 40 feet south from the north line of said Lot ll,
Block 12.
And of the locations of all buildings, thereon, and all visible encroachments,
if any, from or on said land. As surveyed by me, or under my direct
supervision, this 25th day of May, ~ ~-~~~
~ ~ Paul A. Johnson //~,/
Land Surveyor, Min~eg. ~o. ]0938
Procedure for Conditional Use Permit
D.
E.
F.
(2) Case # ~-'- x~',- ~
Location of: Signs, easements, underground utilities, etc.
Indicate North compass direction.
Any additional information as may reasonably be required by the City Staff
and applicable Sections of the Zoning Ordinance.
III Request for a Conditional Use
A. All information requested below, a site plan as described in Part II, and
a development schedule prov~dlng reasonable guarantees For the completion
of the construction must be provided before a hearing will be scheduled.
(see below)
B. Type of development for which a Conditional Use Permit is requested:
I. Conditional Use (Specify): Drive-up teller alonq Commerce Avenue
2. Current Zoning and Designation in the future Land Use Plan for Mound
B-1
Ce
Development Schedule:
1. A development schedule shall be attached to this application providing
reasonable guarantees for the completion of the proposed development.
2. Estimate of cost of the project: $ 780,000.00 (Total Bank)
Density (for residential developments only):
1. Number of structures:
2. Dwelling Units Per Structure:
a. Number of type:
Efficiency 1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom
3. Lot area per dwelling unit:
4. Total lot area:
IV. Effects of the Proposed Use
List impacts the proposed use will have on property in the vicini'ty, in-
.cluding, but not limited to traffic, noise, light, smoke/odor, parking,
and, describe the steps taken to mitigate or eliminate the impacts.
'The proposed use will be a replacement of the facility now entering and
exiting from Commerce Avenue South of Highway 15. Ample stacking space
has been provided to prevent problems with traffic on Commerce.
Schedule
Construction to start Spring of 1985 with completion in late fall of 1985.
~equest for Zoning Variance Procedure ~{~y) Case
D. Location of: Signs, easementsj underground utilities, etc.
E. Indicate North compass direction
F. Any additional information as may reasonably be required by the City Staff
and applicable Sections of the Zoning Ordinance.
III. Request for a Zonin9 Varlance
A. All information below, a site plan, as described in Part II, and general
application must be provided before a hearin~ will be scheduled.
B. Does the present use of the property conform to all use regulations for
the zone district in .which it is located? Yes (~,) No-~-~-)--
If "no", specify each non-conforming use:
Drive-up tellers at bank require conditional use
'C.
Do the existing structures comply with all area height and bulk regulations
for the zone district in which it is located? Yes (x) No (
If "no", specify each.non-conforming use:
Which unique physical characteristics of the subject property prevent its
reasonable use for any of the uses permitted in that zoning district?
{ } .Too narrow (.) Topography { ) Soil
( ) Too small ( ) Drainage ( ) Sub-surface
(x) Too shallow (x) Shape ( ) Other: Specify:
Was the hardship described above created by the action of anyone having
property interests in the land after the Zoning Ordinance was adopted?
Yes ( ) No (x) if yes, explain:
F. Was the hardship created by any other man-made change, such as the reloca-
tion of a road? Yes ( ) No (x) If yes, explain:
Are the conditions of hardship for which you request a variance peculiar
only to the property described in this petition? Yes {x) No (.)
I~.no, how many other properties are similarly affected?
H. What is the "minimum" modification (variance) from the area-bulk regulations
that will permit you to make reasonable use of your land? (Specify, using
maps, site plans with dimensions and written explanation. Attach additional
sheets, if necessary.)
Back-yard set-back 9f 30'0" ' z~,~u~.. ~ ~ '~/~// 5' ~' X/~' '
I. Wi]] granting of the variance be materially detrimental to property ~n the
same zone, or to the enforcement of this ordinance?
No
Procedure for Zoning Amendments Case
D. Location of: Signs, easements, underground utilities, etc.
E. Indicate North compass direction
F. Any additional information as may reasonably be required by the City Staff
and applicable Sections
III.An Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance (Answer either A or B below)
J lt is requested that Sect|on.~ of the Zoning Ordinance be amended
as follows:
Reason for Amendment:
Amendment to Map:
It is requested that the property described below and shown on the attached
site plan be rezoned from ~-~ to ~-I ·
Address of Property~m~]~ ~ ~ ~ b~- ~ ~ ~.~_~.~_ ~.~,~_~ ~.A_~
Legal description of property (lot, block, subdivision or metes ~)
Attach additional sheets, if necessary)
Note:
Present Use of Property:
Reason for Amendment: T~
N~ application of a property owner for an amendment to the text of the ordi-
nance or the zoning map shall be considered by the Planning Commission within
one year period following a denial of such request.
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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND ENERGY
320 Washington Av. South
Hopkins, Minnesota 55343-8468
935-338'1
'FFY-935-6433
~anuary 14, 1985
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF WEED INSPECTOR
Enclosed are forms for the appointment of a weed inspector
in your municipality. It is' required that the enclosed forms
be filled out and sent to the proper authorities.
Please do this as soon as possible as we would like all our
appointments in by March 4.
Sincerely,
Agricultural Inspector
WJB:srn
Enclosure
HENNEPIN COUNTY
MIHNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Agronomw Services Division
90 West Plato Boulevard
Saint paul, Minnesota 55107 ..
Telephone: (612) 296-6123
NOT~CE OF APPOZAIT~F. IdT OF ASSISTANT (~EE1) ZI~SPEC'I'OR
Complete this form ~n TRIPLICATe.
Original to the attention of the SECTION OF WEED CONTROL at ~he above address.
First_ 0o~ to ~lour Counf.:g Agricultural Inspector.
Second Col~ to ~our Loca/ Clerk.
TO: THE CT~4MISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE, SAINT PAUL, HINN~SOTA
In accordance wi~h Minnesota Statutes, 1973, Chapter 18.231, Paragraphs 2 and 3, per-
tain£ng ~o assistant weed inspec~o=s, Z,
the City of Mound
(CtCV, Village, or Township]
M/nnesota, do hereby appoint Mr.
Robert Polston of
(Navor or Chairman]
of Hennepi'n County,
Chris Bolli"s. Park Di'r~-ctnr.
, whose actress is
City of Mound-5341Maywood Road, Moun.d,.MN. ~4 and telephone number
... 472-1155 , to be Assistant Weed Inspector for the period
January 1 , 19 85, and continuing until such time as the Town Board or
(~onth & Date)
Mayor wilhes to terminate said appointment, at a wage of $ per month, or $
per 4ay, or $ 12.57 per hour.
This appointment confers on said appointee all the duties, authority and privileges of
any local weed inspector as outlined by law.
Street Address I ~tF & State
5341 Maywood Road] Mound, MN.
Zip Code
55364
14
January 22, 1985
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CITY COUNCIL
The City Council of Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, met in
regular session on January 22, 1985, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council
Chambers at 5341 Maywood Road, in said City. Those present were:
Mayor Bob Polston, Councilmembers Phyllis Jessen, Gary Paulsen,
Russ Peterson and Steve Smith. Also present were: City Manager
Jon Elam, City Attorney Curt Pearson, City Clerk Fran Clark,
Building Inspector Jan Bertrand, and the following interested
citizens: Larry Connolly, Bettie Ketchum, Millie Paumen, David
Doyle, Cathy Bailey, Dr. Ken Romness, Adele Dahl, Ben Withhart,
Geri Frey, Frank Ahrens, Greg Gustafson.
The Mayor opened the meeting and welcomed the people in
attendance. He pointed out to the Council that David Doyle of
representative of the Boy Scouts was present to monitor the
meeting.
MINUTES
The Minutes of the January 8, 1985, Regular Council Meeting were
presented for consideration. The City Clerk noted that the date
for the Special Council Planning Session should have been
February 2, 1985 instead of February 9, 1985. Councilmember
Peterson stated that there was a repeat of sentences on the
bottom of Page 7 which should be deleted.
Peterson moved and Paulsen seconded a motion to approve the
Minutes of the January 8, 1985, Regular Meeting, as amended.
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING; DELINQUENT UTILITY BILLS
The Mayor opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone
present who wished to speak in regard to a delinquent utility
bill. No one responded. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Peterson moved and Jessen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-10 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE DELINQUENT
UTILITY BILLS FOR JANUARY IN THE AMOUNT OF
$2,881.~8 AND AUTHORIZING THE STAFF TO
SHUT-OFF WATER SERVICE FOR THOSE ACCOUNTS
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
REQUEST TO EXTEND AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SUPER AMERICA AND THE
CITY OF MOUND FOR 60 DAYS
The City Manager explained the background for this request.
Mr.
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January 22, 985
Greg Gustafson was present representing Mr. John Ogren and Super
America. He explained that as soon as Balboa closes on the Tonka
property and owns it, Super America will purchase the property.
He had submitted a copy of the Property Exchange Agreement
between Ogren, Super America and Balboa. The closing is now
scheduled for February 23, 1985. He is requesting a 60 day
extension of the grandfathered rights.
The City Attorney asked about a clause in the Agreement regarding
the gasoline tanks that are currently on the property. Mr.
Gustafson assured the Council that the tanks would be removed and
not just buried.
Peterson moved and Jessen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTIONS85-11 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A SIXTY (60) DAY
EXTENSION OF RESOLUTION 8~-106 UNTIL MARCH
23, 1985, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5377
SHORELINE BLVD.
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
JOINT COMPARABLE WORTH STUDY
The City Manager reported on what has been developed by several
organizations to meet the requirements of Minnesota Statutes
471.991, requiring the all political subdivisions in the State
establish equitable compensation relationships among its
employees. The proposal of Control Data was selected and about
88 cities and governmental units are entering into agreements to
have them do the comparable worth study. The cost for Mound
would be $4,390.00.
Councilmember Smith asked if other consultants were looked into.
The City Manager stated yes, Haye & Associates quoted
approximately $6,000 and Stanton quoted approximately $6,500.
The City Manager pointed out that going with the Control Data
group will see Mound ending up with a study that can we can
compare with other cities. If we were to go out on our own we
would end up with an individual study and have nothing to compare
to.
Councilmember Jessen stated that she and Councilmember Paulsen
attended the meeting last week regarding the Control Data
comparable worth study and that she feels this is a cost
effective approach to a problem that has to be dealt in a certain
time frame.
Jessen moved and Paulsen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ¢85-12
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN
THE CONTROL DATA BUSINESS ADVISORS, INC.
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January 22, 1985
JOINT COMPARABLE WORTH STUDY
Councilmember Smith stated that he felt the Council should
table this matter for several weeks. He stated he has spoken
to our Legislator and she feels there are too many
consultants coming forward for these studies at exorbitant
costs to cities. She felt the law, as enacted, would allow
smaller cities to do their own comparable worth study at much
less cost. Councilmember Smith stated he is against
authorizing this expenditure because he felt Mound is moving
too fast and could accomplish the task on their own.
Smith moved to table any action on this subject for two weeks
or until he could get more information. The motion died for
lack of a second.
Councilmember Paulsen stated that the MAMA group has studied
a number of different proposals and found Control Data to be
the one which would do the most for the money. The city
staff does not have the expertise or time to conduct their
own study on this subject. He stated that he felt if we do
not go ahead the city's costs could be much greater and the
city could be left holding the bag.
Councilmember Peterson asked how many cities around us are
going in on the study. Answer, Orono, Minnetrista,
Excelsior, Spring Park, among a few.
Councilmember Smith stated that he would still like to save
the money paid for this study for increases to salaries if
that is necessary.
Mayor Polston asked if the staff would be able to do this
study. The City Manager stated no, not for a city this size.
He further stated that if we were to do our own study, we
would leave ourselves potentially open to litigation in the
future if it was not done properly.
The vote on Resolution #85-12 was 4 in favor with Councilmember
Smith voting nay. Motion carried.
CASE ~8)-q01;
MOUND MEDICAL CLINIC, 2208 COMMERCE BLVD., WALL
MOUNTED SIGN
The City Manager explained that the Clinic is asking to be
allowed to erect a 30 square foot unlighted sign on the north
side of the existing building and refurbish the existing sign on
the west wall. The proposal meets the criteria in the proposed
new sign ordinance and was recommended for approval by the
Planning Commission.
Paulsen moved and Jessen seconded the following resolution:
17
January 22, 1985
RESOLUTION ~85-13
RESOLUTION TO CONCUR WITH THE PLANNING
COMMISSION REOCMMENDATION TO APPROVE A
SIGN VARIANCE FOR THE MOUND MEDICAL
PROPERTIES, PID #13-117-24 33 0058
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING; APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR TOWNHOUSES ON LOTS 21, 32, 25, 24, BLOCK 2, SHIRLEY
-HILLS UNIT "F"
Jessen moved and Peterson seconded a motion to set February
12, 1985, at 7:30 P.M. for a public hearing to consider an
application for a Conditional Use Permit for townhouses on
Lots 21, 22, 23, 24, Block 2, Shirley Hills Unit "F". The
vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON TOWN SQUARE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Peterson moved and Paulsen seconded a motion to set February
12, 1985, at 7:30 P.M. for a public hearing on the Town
Square Development Project:
A. Rezoning from R-3 to B-1.
B. Conditional Use Permit.
C. Setback and bank location variances.
D. Comprehensive Plan Agreement.
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
COMMENTS & ,SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT
The Mayor asked if there were any comments or suggestions from
the citizens present. There were none.
COUNSELING CASE MANAGEMENT
Mr. Ben Withhart, Executive Director for Suburban Community
Services was present. He stated he is requesting that the City
continue to support the Westonka Counseling for Older Adults
program (now called Senior Outreach Services). He stated this
program is funded by two sources, the United Way and 28 different
cities. The program is cost effective because it is mostly
staffed with volunteer workers who do counseling and a small
professional staff. This is a much needed service for the
elderly. He then introduced Adele Dahl.
Adele Dahl stated that in the past year the program has handled
152 individual cases in the Mound area. She gave several
examples of cases they have handled. She also introduced 3
people who are acting as Peer Counselors on @ volunteer basis,
Geri Frey, Millie Paumen, Bettie Ketchum. Ms. Dahl stressed the
need for these services in Mound because of a large population of
older, low
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January 22, 1985
income persons here.
Cathy Bailey, director of the Senior Center, was present and
reinforced the need for this services provided by Senior Outreach
Services.
Mr. Withhart stated he appreciated the time the Council has given
to them to explain the program. He stated that the $3,773.00
that has been requested for 1985 from Mound will stay in the City
to train volunteers and provide services for the people in need.
Mayor Polston stated that when the Budget was done in the Fall,
this item was deleted and it was discussed at that time that if
the L.M.C.D. reduced their dues to the City, it would be
reinstated. The City Manager reported that Mound still does not
know exactly how much the L.M.C.D. dues will be but he was fairly
sure the reduction should cover the amount requested by Senior
Outreach Services. He reminded the Council that we also are
paying half of the Senior Director's s@lary this year and will be
asked to pay $9000 next year for the salary.
Polston moved and Paulsen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-14
RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE 1985 BUDGET TO
INCLUDE PAYING $3,773 TO SENIOR OUTREACH
SERVICES
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
Councilmember Peterson stated concern because eventually cities
will not be able to be involved in funding these social services.
The Council thanked all the people for coming a sharing their
experiences and feelings about this subject.
APPOINTMENT OF WEED INSPECTOR
Paulsen moved and Peterson seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ~85-15
RESOLUTION APPOINTING MAYOR BOB POLSTON AS
THE NEED INSPECTOR FOR 1985
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
SUMMARY FOR PAYMENT OF BILLS
The City Manager explained that Councilmember Smith has asked for
a brief 3-4 word summary of what each bill is for. The Finance
Dept. has submitted a computer report which was passed out this
evening. The Council agreed this was a good idea.
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January 22, 1985
PAYMENT OF BILLS
The bills were presented for consideration.
Peterson moved and Jessen seconded a motion to approve the
payment of bills as presented on the pre-list, in the amount
of $62,301.07, when funds are available. A roll call vote
was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
APPROVE PURCHASE OF A BOOM
The City Manager explained that when the Utility Dept. ordered
their new truck at the end of last year they had also budgeted
for a boom attachment for the truck. This will be used to lift
the pumps from the lift stations for maintenance and repair and
for various other tasks. The City has two quotations now and
they are as follows:
MacQueen Equipment Co.
LaHass Mfg. & Sales, Inc.
$4,960.00
$5,961 .00
The staff is recommending approval of the lower bid of MacQueen
Equipment Co.
Peterson moved and Paulsen seconded a motion to approve the
quotation of MacQueen Equipment Co. for a model ET§5OO-R,
power boom. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion
carried.
INFORMATION/MISCELLANEOUS
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Agenda for January 17,
1985 and Minutes from December 13, 1984 and December 20,
1984.
Bo
Letter from Hickok & Associates regarding the Water Tower
Project status.
Notes from the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District regarding
"509" Watershed Management Plan.
Memo from the City Manager regarding a Shoreland Management
Ordinance. The Council discussed this subject and decided
they would prefer to develop an ordinance which would not
conflict with our current ordinances. The City Attorney
stated that he is not that familiar with this regulation and
would like to have time to study it further and provide the
Council with answers to some of questions they have. The
Council agreed that he should research the subject and
provide whatever he thinks the Council would need to look at
shoreland management and its effects on the City of Mound.
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January 22, 1985
E. Memo regarding Group Homes.
F. Memo regarding a 1984 study on water quality on Lake Langdon
and Dutch Lake.
G. Downtown Idea Exchange publication for January 1, 1985.
H. Memo regardig Westonka Christian Services.
I. Article regarding landfill tax.
J. Memo and article on light rail transit.
K. Proposed Local Government Aid formula for Mound for 1985.
L. Chamber Waves - January 1985.
M. Memo from Liquor Store Manager regarding employees.
N. Evenson Dodge Financial Report - Winter 1985.
Metro Council notice~of meetings and agendas.
Metro Council Reviews - December 28, 1984
January 11, 1985
Job Announcement for Police Officer
Councilmember Smith asked what would happen if the police
officer were not replaced? The City Manager stated that the
department would not be able to cover all the shifts and it
would leave the city vulnerable.
Re
Letter from Northern States Power regarding street lights
that have been installed recently.
S. Newsletter from the State Division of Economic Development.
Te
Memo regarding the Metro Council's meetings on Citizen
Participation Plan for the Metro Council.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Mayor suggested setting up an Economic Development Committee
and providing them with an policy outline or goals such as
developing a brochure to attract companies to Mound and keeping
track of facilities that are available. The City Manager will
work on this an bring it back to the Council in the near future.
Peterson moved and Jessen seconded a motion to adjourn at
9:45 P.M. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion
carried.
Fran Clark, City Clerk Jon Elam, City Manager
Steve Smith
4701 Tuxedo Boulevard
Mound, ~,~innesota 55364
January 16, 1985
Ms. Fran Clark
Citl[ Clerk
Cit~° of Mound
5341 Maywood Road
I~iound, ~,~innesota
55364
Placement on Agenda
for January 22, 1985
City Councilmeeting
Dear Fran:
Would you please place on the Council agenda my proposal
for "Inclusion of summary in payment of bills process."
I will ask the Council to direct the Clerk, or appropriate
Citj~ employee, ~o include a brief (3-4 word) summary
along with each bill and creditor itemized, to advise
the reason why each bill was incurred.
The small amount of additional time needed to~summarize
each item will be much. less time than needed to review
each bill separately with each Councilmember. In addition,
the process, including the summarization, will allow
all members of the Council to keep better informed of
budgeted expenditures.
I appreciate your attention to my request.
Si n~rely ,~
Steve Smith
SCS cs
B'ILLS JANUARY 22, 1985
Braun Environm. Lab
Blackowiak & Son
Contel
Clean Step Rental Rugs
Copy Duplicating
Cargill Salt
Communication Auditors
Custom Fire
Coast to Coast
Gerry's Plumbing
Goodin Company
Eugene Hickok & Assoc
Hennepin County Treas
Hecksel Machine
Illies& Sons
Thomas Jacobs
Lakeland Truck Center
L.0.G.I.S.
The Laker
MN Dept Public Safety
McCombs Knutson
Mpls Saw Co.
Mpls Health Dept
Minnegasco
NW Bell Telephone
Northern States Power
Oswald Fire Hose
Optim Construction
P.D.Q. Food Stores
Spring Park Car Wash
S.O.S. Printing
Greg Skinner
Suburban Tire
Sterne Electric
Uniforms Unlimited
Westonka Sewer & Water
Widmer Bros.
Xerox Corp
Gary Cayo
Holly Bostrom
Govt Training Service
Identi~Kit Co.
Internatl Conf B1dg Offic.
LAKE Mtka Conserv. Dist
MN Chiefs Police Assn
MN State Fire Chiefs Assn
MN Crime Prevention Offcrs Assn
MN Wastewater Operators Assn
MN State Fi re Dept Assn
N.S.P.
439.20
64.0O
1,201.56
45.04
15.OO
308.39
15.40
492.00
85.50
34.00
83.99
1,308.37
243.OO
291.12
1,957.00
58.75
12.50
6,485.27
488.43
4O.OO
2,927.16
26.50
13.00
3.00
270.05
4,759.O8
162.07
2,759.O0
1,477 24
55 25
148 75
9 31
816 38
629 32
126.90
675.O0
884.00
458.10
6.15
180.50
6O.OO
384.OO
6O.OO
1,982.33
4O.OO
9O.OO
15.00
5.OO
9O.OO
4,389.45
Natl Animal Control Assn
No Star Chapt I CBO
Twin City Testing
R.L. Youngdahl Assoc
Ziegler, Inc.
Wendy Anderson
Wm Burton--dock refund
Commissioner of Revenue
Bill Clark Oil
Griggs, Cooper & Co.
Henn Co. Chief Polc PTAC
Johnson Bros. L[q
Kalamazoo DT Develop
Metro Waste Control-SAC
MN Polution Control
Metro Council
City of Mound P/C Liq
City of Mound P/C Police
Minnegasco
City of Orono
Nat1 League of Cities
N.S.P.
Ed Phillips & Sons
Quality Wine
John Purdy
Poi ice Uniform Allow(7)
State Treasurer
Share
State Treasurer
Sauk Rapids Fire Dept
Univ of MN
TOTAL BILLS
12.00
25.00
1,446.96
200.00
241.14
9.24
8O.OO
6,346.39
980.80
2,223.60
60.00
2,915.23
9.00
841.5c
135.00
25.00
23.01
43.33
285.83
42.90
645.00
1,100.00
2,174.01
1,079.56
50. O0
2,625.00
45.O0
291.00
629.51
420.00
125.00
62,301.07
QUOTATION
ORDER
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MUNICIPAl - TRUCK - CONTRACTOR'S EQUIPMENT
595 Aldine St.
ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55104
Address
Expected Chassis Arrival Date
PHONE.
AREA 61 2
645-5726
MINN WATS
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Any w,arraqties on ~he products sold hereby are those of the manut'acturor. As between this retail seller and buyer, all products are sold in an AS IS coqd,tioq The
· .,t,-e r:sk aS to the quahty and per[ormance of the product is with ~he buyer. Seller does expressly refrain from making any representations or warrant~es, and does
'.: ebv d,sclaim an,/and all warranties, express or implied, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, whether arising from statute, common law, Custom or otherwise. The remedy set forth in this agreement shall be the exclusive remedy avaHabie to any
:),:~on. I'~O person i~as,any authority to bind the seller to any represe0tation or warranty other than this disclaimer. This disclaimer by this seller in no way a~ects the
*.u ms of the manufacturer's warranty.
The se:~er si'.ati not be liable for any consequential damages~esuhin9 h'om the use of this product or caused by any defect, failure or malfunction of
.-."etcher a claim for such damage is based upon warranty, contract, negligence or otherwise.
Tho bu;,e~ acknow!edges being informed of the above disclaimer prior to sale.
Buyor'sS~gnature X
MINNESOTA SALES TAX MUST BE ADDED
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MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
January 17, 1985
St. Louis Park City Hall
7:30 p.m.
Call to order; present, absent staff.
Reading and approval of minutes of special meeting of
December 13, 1984.
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Reading and approval of minutes of regular meeting of
December 20, 1984.
4. Approval or amendment of January 17, 1985 agenda.
5. Hearing of permit applications:
A. 84-92 City of Minnetonka - recreational trail
from Grays Bay dam to Crosby Road, Sec. 8D, Grays BaY.Dam,
Minnetonka.
B. 85-01 Gerald Toberman - boat ramp renovation,
Sec. 27B, Tonka Bay Marina, Echo Bay, Tonka Bay.
C. 85-02 John Bierbaum, The Bellefonte Co.- "Town
Square," a 3.12 acre development consisting of a new bank, clinic,
drug store and shops, Sec. 13CCB,.,a=~side of Hwy 110 between
~hurch Street and Lynwood Blvd.,~
D. 85-03 Palmer H. and Nancy J. Koosman -
construction of a rock jetty for docking and boat s~
purposes, Sec.14CD, northern shore of Langdon Lake,~
E. 85-04 Bruce D. Grussing - placement of fill in
a wetland for a driveway access to a proposed single family
residence, Sec. 25ABB, wetland lying to the southwest of Carson
Bay, Lake Minnetonka, north of Manor Road and west of Dyer Lane,
Deephaven.
F. 85-05 B.T. Joint Venture c/o Trucker Sheehy -
grading and drainage plan for a 32-unit townhouse development,
Sec. 35CBB, south of T.H. 12, west of Long Lake Creek, Long Lake.
G. 85-06 Daniel E. Sicheneder - 50' setb~ck~'
variance, Sec. 18AAD, southwestern shore of West Arm Bay~ Mound~
Correspondence.
Hearing or requests for petitions by public for
action by the Watershed District.
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11.
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Reports of Treasurer, Engineer and Attorney.
A. Treasurer's Report - Mr. Carroll.
(1) Administrative Fund.
B. Engineer's Report - Mr. Panzer.
(1) CP-5 Painter Creek - Status Report.
(2) 1984 and 1985 Water Maintenance & Repair
Fund Project Status.
(3) Correspondence.
C. Attorney's Report - Mr. Macomber.
Unfinished Business.
A. Rule and Regulation Revision/Chapter 509.
B. District Initiated Maintenance Projects.
C. Draft Permit Application Guidelines.
New Business.
Adjournment.
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF MANAGERS OF THE
MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
December 13, 1984
The special meeting of the Board of Managers of the
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District'was called to order by
Chairman Cochran at 4:35 P.M. in the offices of E.A. Hickok and
Associates, 545 Indian Mound, Wayzata, Minnesota.
Managers Present:
Andre, Cochran and Spensley
Managers Absent:
Carroll, Lehman, McWethy and Thomas
Also present were Board advisors Panzer and Macomber.
Also present was Mr. Dudley Russell, a member of the Board's
Advisory Committee and resident of the City of Orono.
Chairman Cochran noted that a quorum of the Board was not
present and that therefore no action of the Board could be taken
at this time. Chairman Cochran called upon the staff to present
to the Board for informational purposes the revisions in the
draft of Chapter 509 policy statements.
The Engineer stated that the staff had mailed to the
Board on December 4, 1984 a proposed draft of the policy
'statements revised as directed by the Board to include standards
suggesting specific application of the stated goals and
policies. The Engineer stated that after review of this draft
by the Attorney and the Engineer, it was felt that a more
condensed version of the policy'document should be prepared for
the Managers' consideration at this meeting.
The Engineer distributed a revision of the December 4
document dated December 12. The Engineer explained that the
revised document condensed and simplified the statement of goals
and policies contained in the December 4 draft and did not
.contain standards as a part of that document. The Engineer
explained that the alternative document suggested by the staff
was intended to state management goals and policies on a
district-wide basis. He suggested that the detailed standards
contained in the prior draft should be utilized in the detailed
development of the Chapter 509 plan. The Engineer also
suggested that the revised statement of management goals and
policies, if accepted by the Managers, should be redistributed
to the municipalities in the district for review and comments in
order to expedite the preparation of the Chapter 509 plan.
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Thereafter the Attorney and the Engineer reviewed with
the Managers the revision of the policy statements dated
December 12, 1984 indicating the origin of the language from the
December 4 draft and the modifications suggested by the staff.
The Managers suggested language changes in the draft document
be developed by the staff for review by the Board at the next
regular meeting.
~There-being no other business to come before the
Managers, th'e Managers adjourned at 6:30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Camille D. Andre
Acting Secretary
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF M3kNAGERS OF THE
MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
..December 20, 1984
The regular meeting of the Board of Managers of the
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District was called to order by Chairman'
Cochran at 7:35 p.m. on Thursday, December 20, 1984 at the Wayzata
City Hall, Wayzata, Minnesota.
Managers present:
Andre, Carroll, Cochran, Leb_man,
McWethy, Spensley and Thomas
Also present were board advisors Panzer, Mahady and Macomber.
Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the special meeting of November 8, 1984 were
reviewed. It was moved by Lehman, seconded by Andre that the
minutes be approved as distributed. Upon vote, the motion carried.
The Managers then reviewed the minutes of the regular
meeting of November 15, 1984. It was moved by Andre and seconded
by Lehman that the minutes be approved as distributed. Upon vote
the motion carried.
Approval of Permit Applications
The Managers reviewed a memorandum from the Engineer dated
December 13, 1984 indicating those applications which comply with
the applicable standards of the District and which were
recommended for approval on the terms and conditions as set forth
in the written memorandum. It was moved by Thomas, seconded by
Lehman that the following permit applications be approved subject
to all terms and conditions as set forth in the Engineer's written
memorandum:
83-11'2'
83-126
City of Minnetonka/Minnesota DOT - 1-394 freeway and
interchange construction project, Sec. 4, T.H. 12
between T.H. 101 and 1-494, Minnetonka.
Minnesota Department of Transportation - reconstruction
of the Cedar Avenue-Lake Nokomis bridge, Sec. 13CCC,
24BBB, Minneapolis.
83-127
84-11
Minnesota Department of Transportation - reconstruction
of the Cedar Avenue bridge, Sec. 13BCC, Minneapolis.
Rockvam Boat Yards, Inc. - construction of a boat'
launching ramp, Sec. 17CCB, 4068 Sunset Drive, West Arm
Bay, Lake Minnetonka, Spring Park.
84-181
Ted Priem - rip-rap shoreline erosion protection, Sec.
-17A3~C, Lake, Lake Minnetonka, Minnetonka.
84-197
Minneapolis Water Department - relocation of watermain,
Sec. 14AD, Minnehaha Creek at Cedar Avenue So.,
Minneapolis.
Upon vote, the motion carried.
Irwin Mandel Development Corporation - grading and drainage plan
for 10 mini-storage buildings, floodplain development, Sec. 17CDD,
Louisiana Avenue at Lake Street, St. Louis Park. 84-06
The Engineer reviewed the request for grading and drainage
plan approval and indicated that the Board had denied a permit for
the grading and drainage plan in January 1984 on the basis that
the project did not provide rate control or water quality control
in accordance with the District's standards. The Engineer noted
that the question of the adequacy of the City's ponding system
within this subwatershed had been studied by City and Dis%rict
staff since issuance of the Brutger permit in November, 1984. The
Engineer reported that the data developed to date showed a
deficit of approximately 28 acre-feet of floodwater storage in the
southern-most ponding facility which abuts the Mandel site. The
Engineer advised the Board, however, that it cannot be accurately
determined to what extent the grading and filling involved in the
Mandel project would preempt needed floodwater storage within the
subwatershed, if at all, since topographic data is not available
for the southern portion of the subwatershed. The Engineer
recommended that the Board favorably reconsider the permit
application provided it can be shown that the proposed grading
will not preempt significant flood storage capacity or cause flood
conditions on improved property near the South Oak retention
facility under 100-year runoff conditions.
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Mr. Mandel was present with Roger Squires on behalf of the
applicant. Mr. Squires stressed the need for the Board to apply
the same standards to the Mandel project which had previously
applied to the Brutger project. Mr. Squires urged the Board to
issue the permit on the conditions recommended by the Engineer
stating that such action would then focus the remaining issues to
be resolved between the applicant and the C~ty and el~m~nat~
potentially inconsistent requirements.
The Managers discussed the adequacy of the knowledge of the
subwatershed developed to date. The Managers also expressed
concerns about the likelihood of localized flooding within the
subwatershed and whether or not that flooding would affect flows
in Minnehaha Creek. Following discussion, it was moved by
Carroll, seconded by Andre that the application be approved and
the permit issued subject to the condition that the proposed
grading not preempt significant storage capacity or cause flood'
conditions on improved property near the South Oak retention
facility under 100-year runoff conditions. Upon vote the motion
carried.
Frantz Klodt and Sons, Inc. - commercial development "Beltline
Business Park", Sec. 6CA, east of Hennepin County Highway 100
south of the C.M.St.P. & P. Railroad tracks and north of Excelsior
Blvd. abutting the northwestern shoreline of Bass Lake, St. Louis
Park. 84-196
The Engineer reviewed the application for grading and
drainage plan approval. Mr. Greg Frank, P.E. appeared on behalf
of the applicant. The Engineer stated that the project drains to
Bass Lake and that the applicant has revised the plans previously
submitted and that such plans now adequately address storage
capacity and rate control. The Engineer recommended issuance of
the permit subject to the condition that there be no reduction in
storage volume in the proposed pond, that the applicant maximize
the drainage area tributary to the pond and that the applicant
reduce the rate of discharge from the pond. Mr. Frank indicated
that all three conditions were acceptable to the applicant. It
was moved by Andre, seconded by Lehman that the permit be issued
subject to the foregoing conditions as recommended by the
Engineer. Upon vote the motion carried.
Robert S. C. Peterson - four home subdivision, Sec. 26B, north
shore of Christmas Lake, east of Radisson Road and south of
Covinqton Road, Shorewood. 84-190
The Engineer reviewed the application. Mr. Greg Frank, P.E.
appeared on behalf of the applicant. The Engineer recommended
approval with permit issuance to occur on staff approval of
additional erosion control for the construction of a sanitary
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sewer line. It was moved by Andre, seconded by McWethy that the
application be approved subject to the foregoing condition. Upon
vote the motion carried.
M. B. Hagen - shoreline 'erosion protection, Sec. 35A, St. Albans
Bay at Old Excelsior blvd. and MacLynn Road Channel,
Excelsior. 84-194
The Engineer reviewed the application for reconstruction of
an existing seawall. The Engineer stated that the District's
concerns have been addressed in connection with this application
and recommended approval. It was moved by Carroll, seconded by
Andre that the application be approved as recommended by the
Engineer. Upon vote the motion carried.
City of Excelsior - rip-rap shoreline erosion protection and
maintenance dredging, Sec. 34AA, western shore of Excelsior Bay~
Excelsior Commons Park. 84-195
The Engineer reviewed the application of the City of
Excelsior for placement of rip-rap and maintenance dredging. The
Engineer explained that this project constituted a continuation of
the project at the Excelsior Commons previously undertaken by the
City and recommended approval as submitted. It was moved by
Andre, seconded by Thomas that the application be approved as
recommended by the Engineer. Upon vote the motion carried.
.Correspondence
The following items of correspondence were noted:
1. Letter from the City Attorney, City of Minnetonka,
dated November 28, 1984, to the Minnesota Municipal Board
petitioning the Board for annexation of certain land owned by
Minnetonka but located within the City of Wayzata.
2. A communication from Kay Mitchell, Clerk of the
Hennepin County Board of Commissioners dated November 26, 1984
transmitting information on appointments to be made by the
Hennepin County Board during 1985.
3. Notice of Public Hearing from Hennepin County on
the County's hazardous waste ordinance dated November 29, 1984.
Annual Meetinqs/Minnesota Association of Watershed Districts, Inc.
Mr. Cochran called on Managers McWethy and Andre to report
on the annual meeting of the Association held on November
30-December 1, 1984. Manager McWethy reported on the Friday
sessions held at the Annual Meeting and indicated that there was
significant discussion of Chapter 509 issues relating to the
various watershed districts. Manager McWethy also indicated that a
number of watershed districts had successfully held tours of
various projects which had acquainted other governmental officials
with watershed district activities. Manager Andre stated that
Senator Randy Peterson presented a discussion of his proposed
legislation at Saturday's session w~ich discussion prompted
significant--comment and discussion from the Managers present on
the most appropriate governmental body for placement of regulatory
authority for water management.
Manager Cochran stated that he had been invited to speak for
the Hennepin County Department of Conservation with respect to
watershed district activities and that he had accepted that
invitation.
Treasurer's Report
The Treasurer called upon Steve Stewart of Robert J. Lapic
to present the Treasurer's report. Mr. Stewart distributed the
monthly report dated December 20, 1984, a copy of which is
attached. Mr. Stewart reviewed the report indicating the second
half tax settlements which had been received as of the date of the
meeting. The accountant reviewed the current cash balances in the
various funds and the funds available for investment.
With respect to the water maintenance and repair fund on
~age 4 of 5, the accountant advised the Board that it was his
understanding that the City of Mound project to which the Board
had committed $3,000 from 1984 funds would be constructed as soon
as the weather is cold enough. The accountant recommended that
the Board act to encumber the 1984 maintenance funds in the amount
of $3,000 for the City of Mound project. The accountant further
stated that it was his understanding that the City of Orono
project to which the Board had committeed $7,000 from 1984 funds
was not to be undertaken by the city and recommended that the
Board rescind the 1984 commitment made to the City of Orono. It
was moved by Thomas, seconded by Andre that the Board encumber the'
sum of $3,000 for the City of Mound from 1984 Water Maintenance
and Repair Fund and rescind the commitment in the amount of $7,000
made to the City of Orono because that project had not been
completed in 1984. Upon vote the motion carried.
The Treasurer reviewed the remainder of the Treasurer's
report and responded to questions from the managers. Following
review, it was moved by Andre and seconded by Lehman that the
Treasurer's report dated December 20, 1984 be approved and the
bills paid as set forth in that report. Upon vote the motion
carried.
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Project CP5 UDDer Watershed Storaqe and Retention Project
Painter Creek
The Engineer advised the Board that pursuant to
advertisement and notice~, bids had been received and opened in his
office on December 17, 1984. The Engineer distributed the bid
tabulation indicating receipt of bids from eight contractors for
the CP5 project. The Engineer reviewed the bid tabulation
indicating that Crossings, Inc. was the lowest bidder for the
work. The Engineer indicated that he had investigated the work
previously performed by Crossings, Inc. for other governmental
agencies and had concluded that Crossings, Inc. was a responsible
bidder. Accordingly, the Engineer recommended that the Board
award a contract to Crossings, Inc. as the lowest responsible
bidder in the amount of $189,720. It was moved by Andre, seconded
by Carroll that the Board determine Crossings, Inc. to be the
lowest responsible bidder and authorize the appropriate officers
of the District to sign all contract documents necessary to enter
into a contract with Crossings, Inc. for construction of project
CD5 as set forth in the Plans and Specifications. Upon vote the
motion carried.
CD8 U. S. Hiqhway 100 and Minnehaha Creek
The Engineer reported that a Notice to Proceed had been
issued to the Contractor on December 20, 1984 in accordance with
the Amendment to Agreement between the District and Julian M.
Johnson Construction Co.
1984 Water Maintenance and Repair Fund Project Status
The Engineer distributed a memorandum dated December 6, 1984
indicating the status of the thr'ee projets approved by the Board
for 1984 funding. The Engineer noted that the recommendations of
the Engineer had already been made in connection with the
presentation of the Treasurer's report. The memorandum also
identified potential projects to be considered.for 1985 funding.
Control Structure/Lake Level
The Engineer reported the control structure had been fully
winterized and that as of December 18, 1984 the lake level was at
928.82.
City of Minneapolis Hydraulic Study
The Board discussed the status of requests for payment to
the City of Minneapolis of the remaining sums due under the
agreement between the District and the City for the hydraulic
study of Minnehaha Creek. Manager Carroll reported that he had
had preliminary discussions regarding this matter and would follow
up on those discussions prior to the next regular Board meeting.
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Chapter 509 Policy Statements
The Engineer distributed revised goal and policy statements
for major surface water management issues as revised after the
last work session of the Board of Managers. The Engineer also
distributed a proposed schedule for work during 1985 and 1986 to
complete the Chapter 509 plan. The'Engineer recommended that the
December 20-goal and policy statements be submitted to all
affected municipalities, governmental agencies, the technical
advisory committee and interested citizens for further review and
comment. The Engineer also suggested that staff be directed to
concentrate efforts on tasks needed to produce a draft of the
Chapter 509 watershed management plan, excluding the capital
improvement plan, according to the schedule attached to the draft
statements. It was moved by Thomas, seconded by Andre that the
policy draft statement dated December 20, 1984 be distributed
recommended by the staff and that the staff proceed to undertake
such tasks as are necessary to begin a draft of the Chapter 509
plan. Upon vote the motion carried.
Project CP 5 Easement Status
The Attorney reported that easements had been negotiated
with a majority of the owners in the Painter Creek subwatershed
and that the commissioners have scheduled a viewing of the
remaining properties for January 2 and 3, 1985.
Hearinq on Boundary Chanqes January 8, 1985
The Attorney reported that the Water Resources Board had
consolidated a hearing on the recently submitted petition for
boundary amendment with the previously scheduled hearing and that
such hearing would be held on January 8, 1985 commencing at 9:30
a.m. in the Minnetonka City Hall, Minnetonka, Minnesota. The
attorney reported briefly on the status of this matter and it was
agreed that Manager Cochran would represent the Board at that
hearing.
Public Officials Liability Insurance Renewal
The Managers reviewed a memorandum from the Attorney noting
renewal of the existing public officials liability policy at the
prior limits of coverage but at an increased premium. The
Managers indicated their desire to retain the existing coverage.
Legal Physical Boundary Proposed Policy
The Managers reviewed a memorandum from the Attorney
suggesting a proposed policy to be applied to projects which are
located within the legal boundary of one watershed district but
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which physically drain to lands or waters in another watershed
district. The Attorney advised the Board that the recommended
policy had been adopted by the Boards of Managers of Nine Mile
Creek Watershed District.,.and the Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek
Watershed District. Following review and discussion, it was moved
by Thomas, seconded by Lehman that the proposed policy, as set
forth below, be approved and adopted by the Board of Managers:
POLICY ON
LEGAL/PHYSICAL BOUNDARY DIFFERENCES
Proposed projects shall secure all required permits and
reviews from the watershed management organization whose
legal, boundaries include the lands where the proposed
project is located. However, where a proposed project
discharges its surface water to lands and/or waters
regulated by another watershed management organization, the
permit issuing watershed management organization shall use
in its permit review process the standards on stormwater
handling of the receiving watershed management
organization. In the event the receiving watershed
management organization does not have any stormwater
handling standards applicable to the project under
consideration, then the applicable standards of the'permit
issuing watershed management organization may apply.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the watershed management
organization in which the project is located shall use its
own standards for on-site construction practices and erosion
control measures in its permit review process.
Upon vote the motion carried.
Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the reqular
meeting, Chairman Cochr~n declared the meeting adjourned at 10:35 '
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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John E. Thomas, Secretary
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545 Indian Mound
Wayzata, Minnesota 55391
(612) 473-4224
January 7, 1985
Mr. Jon Elam, City Manager
City of Mound
5341Maywood Road
Mound, Minnesota 55364
Re: 300,000 Gallon elevated water tank
Dear Jon:
Enclosed is a copy of the inspection report from Twin City Testing on the
300,000 gallon elevated water tank. As you can see, the contractor has not
.satisfactorily completed the job. We will be forwarding to him a copy of this
report along with a letter regarding his pay request. Also enclosed is the
bill for inspection services from Twin City Testing on the subject tank. The
bill was indavertently mailed to us so I am forwarding same to you. If you
have any questions, please call.
Sincerely,
EUGENE A. HICKOK AND ASSOCIATES
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Rodney G'. Cole
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PROJECT:
REPORTED TO:
662 CROMWELL AVENUE
ST PAUL, MN 55114
PHONE 61216a5.3601
REEPORTOF: EXAMINATION OF SANDBLASTING AND PAINTING
300M GALLON ELEVATED WATER TANK
EVERGREEN STREET
MOUND, MINNESOTA
Hi:kok & ASSOC
Attn: Rod Cole
545 Indian Mound
Wayzata, MN 55391
mATEE: December 28, 1984
FURNIBHECI BY:
COPIEEIS TO:
LABORATORY No. 5-7875
GENERAL:
I denti fi cati on -
Type of Examination -
Applicable Codes -
Equipment Used -
Date of Examination -
Examination Personnel -
Surface Preparation -
Interior -
Exterior -
300M gallon, elevated water storage tank, double ellipsoidal
type; built in 1968
Visual examination of sandblasted surfaces and dry film
thickness evaluation of paint system
AWWA D102-64 (R1978) and Steel Structures Painting Council
(SSPC)
Nordson dry film thickness gauge
October 23-November 27, 1984
Daniel J Larson, Structural Engineer
SPECIFICATIONS
SSPC-SPIO (Near White Blast Cleaning)
SSPC-SP7 (Brush-off Blast Cleaning)
Paint System -
The exteri'or primer was applied only to sandblasted areas.
the entire exterior surface.
The finish coat was applied to
The following table lists the interior and exterior paint systems and recommended dry film
thickness per coat.
I:LUln Clt:::M I:~=Sl:lnq
662 CI~0UWELL AVENUE
ST PAUL MN 55114
PHONE 612/645-3601
REPORT OF: EXAMINATION OF SANDBLASTING AND PAINTING
LABORATORY No.
Paint System -
Location
I nteri or
Exterior - sway
bar§, ladder,
safety cage and
Exterior - legs,
riser, struts,
tank
5-7875
(cont)
Type of Paint
Tnemec 20-1255
Pota-Pox Primer
Tnemec 20-2000
Pota-Pox Finish
Tnemec 37-77
Chem-Prime
Tnemec £nduratone
Tnemec 37-77
Chem-Prime
Tnemec Spra-Saf
SPECIFICATIONS
(cont)
Number
of Coats
1
1
DATE: December 28, 1984
Specified Dry
Film Thickness, mils
3.0-5.0
4.0-6.0
Total 7.0-11.0
1 2.0-3.5
2 1.5-3.0/coat
Total 5.0-8.5
1 2.0-3.5
2 1.5-2.5/coat
Total 5.0-8.5
SUMMARY OF EXAMINATION
Surface Preparation -
Interior -'Sandblast of tank interior (including riser) was rejected initially. After
'-"further improvements, surface preparation specifications were satisfied. Some tightly
adhering paint was allowed to remain on the surface (less than 2%).
Exterior - Since the exterior coating system had very little life remaining, a commercial
blast cleaning (SSPC-SP6) was recommended. However, only a brush-off blast cleaning
(SSPC-SP7) was performed in the areas of coating breakdown. The result was only a short
term solution to protection of the substrate.
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REPORT OF~
I:U. llrl C:lL'V I::esl::lnCl
662 CROMWELL AVENUE
ST PAUL. MN 55114
PHONE F..'~ 2/645.3601
EXAMINATION OF SANDBLASTING AND PAINTING
LABORATORY No.
5-7875
mATS, December 28, 1984
SUMMARY OF EXAMINATION
(cont)
Painting -
Interior - The Pota-Pox primer was applied with an air temperature of 40°F. The coating
set up well and had good bond. Dry film thicknesses ranged from 2.5 to 4.0 mils. The
Pota-Pox finish was applied with air temperatures below 50°F. Total dry film thcknesses
ranged from 3.5 to ll.O mils. Readings on the bowl averaged 8.0 mils, while readinbs on
the sides and underside of the roof averaged 4.5 mils. Areas of shading were easily visi-
ble on the sides and roof. Thus, further coating buildup is necessary in the areas noted
above. We recommend that the surface be roughened before further painting takes place.
Exterior - The areas which were sandblasted (and thus all paint removed) had dry film
thicknesses of 4.5 to 6.5 mils with an average of 5.0 mils. The only exception was the
bottom 8 feet of the tower legs which had an average thickness of 3.5 mils. All other
areas (existing paint remained intact) had an average dry film thickness of 9.0 mils.
REMARKS:
1. Job specifications for dry flim thickness were not met on the interior surface as well
as on the bottom 8 feet of the tower legs.
2. The interior surface of the riser was not evaluated for paint thickness due to inac-
cessibility.
3. No work was performed on the grout, under the column base plates which has undergone
some deterioration.
4. Several areas were noticed on the ladder and safety cage where the finish, coat had not
covered the existing paint.
.~ERING LABORATO . .~.
Donald E Johnson, P~/ '
Structural Engineer Mgr, NDT Dept ~
DJL/DEJ/1 o
January 7, 1984
CITY
of MOUND
5341 MAYWOOD ROAD
MOUND. MINNESOTA 55354
(612) 472-1155
Mr. David H. Cochran, President
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
P. O. Box 387
Wayzata, MN. 55391
Dear Mr. Cochran:
We have reviewed your latest draft policy statement for the development
of the District '509 Plan'.
Although the statements are brief and broad, it would be hard to argue
against any of them. I am concerned about the wording under the Flood
Plain Management section. I do not believe that flood plain management
has contributed to high water conditions. For the time I have lived
on the Lake, high water has always come about because of heavy snow melt
or runoff or rain. The fact that once you have high water conditions
it affects properties in the areas that are flood prone is clear. No
one is suggesting that these areas should not be free of development,
it is just that if I was to build within a flood plain, that would not
result in increased high water conditions. My point is that the language
needs to be better clarified.
I saw in your letter reference to the Technical Advisory Committee. Mound
does not and has never been notified (or invited) to add a person to the
TAC Committee. As the largest City on Lake Minnetonka, that seems odd.
Is there a reason?
Sincerely,
J~n Elam
C~ty Manager
JE:fc
P.O. Box 387, Wayzata, Minnesota 55391
BOARD §F MANAGERS: David H. Cochran, Pres. · Albert L. Lehman · John E. Thomas
Michael R. Carroll · Camille D. Andre · James B. McWethy · James R. Spensley
MEMO
TO:
Mayors and City Managers of All Municipalities With the District
Clerks of All Townships With the District
509 Technical Advisory Co~ittee
Other Interested Persons
FROM:
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
Board of Managers
DATE:
December 26, 1984
RE:
509 Watershed Management Planning
Preliminary Policy Statements - Second Draft
On April 25, 1984, the Board of Managers forwarded for your review and comment
a first draft of preliminary policy amendments consistent with Chapter 509,
Laws of Minnesota. The purpose of that process was to begin developing
workable and practical management strategies for key water management issues.
The Board of Managers received written and verbal comments as a result of the
April 25, 1984 submittal. The comments were considered and discussed in detail
at several special work sessions in the Summer of 1984. As a result of these
work sessions, most of the comments and ideas received were incorporated and
the format of the preliminary policy statement was modified.
Attached you will find the second draft of the preliminary policy statements
for your review and comment. As before, it is suggested that responding
parties forward comments through their Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)
representative, if a representative has been designated by the City.
In the coming months, the Board of Managers will continue to develop standards
and.criteria to provide guidance for implementation of final policy. The
Managers will provide opportunities for the TAC to assist in developing these
more detailed and technical documents.
The Board of Managers request your comments regarding the second draft of the
preliminary policy statements by March 1, 1985. Should any municipality, town-
ship or other interested group wish to meet with the Board of Managers regarding
this matter please feel free to contact Michael Panzer, District Engineer, E.A.
Hickok and Associates, 545 Indian Mound, Wayzata, Minnesota 55391 at 473-4224,
or Gary Macomber, District Legal Council, Popham, Haik, Schnobrich, Kaufman &
Doty, Ltd., 4344 IDS Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402 at 333-4800.
David H. Cochran, President ~
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
Revi~ed December Il, 1984
MANAGEMENT OF RUNOFF AND PROTECTION OF WATER qUALITY
Flooding problems now occur in the urbanized areas of the watershed and on
Lake Minnetonka. Water quality problems exist in many of the lakes and
streams throughout the watershed.
GOAL
Reduce the severity and frequency of flooding and high water and
improve the chemical and physical quality of surface water.
POLICIES
Ae
Manage stormwater and snowmelt runoff rates on a regional or
subwatershed basis throughout the watershed so that future peak rates
of runoff into major surface water bodies are reduced or equal to
existing rates.
Implement and encourage non-structural runoff management practices
wherever possible using and preserving wetlands, floodplains, and
other natural detention basins to reduce runoff rates and non-point
nutrient and pollutant loadings.
Revised December 17, 1984
EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL
Sedimentation in lakes and streams and other water courses in the watershed
from on-going erosion processes and construction activities reduces hydraulic
capacity of streams and degrades water quality.
GOAL
Control temporary sources of sediment resulting from construction and
land development activities and to identify, minimize and correct the
effects of sedimentation from erosion prone and sediment source
areas.
POLICIES
Ae
Require preparation and implementation of erosion control plans for
construction and land development activities.
Encourage best management practices to control erosion, soil loss and
resulting sedimentation of water areas.
Develop a program of corrective measures for maintenance of water
bodies to preserve adequate hydraulic and navigational capacity and
water quality.
Revised December 17, 1984
MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS LOCATED IN PROTECTED WATER AREAS
Projects located in protected water areas can restrict hydraulic or
navigational capacity of waterways and significantly alter water quality and
natural features of shoreland areas.
GOAL
Maintain the hydraulic and'navigational capacity of watercourses and
to preserve water quality and the natural appearance of shoreland
areas.
POLICIES
Ao
Minimize the use of watercourses, waterbodies and wetlands for the
placement of fill, roads, highways, utilities and other structures.
Minimize any adverse changes in water levels and water quality
resulting from projects in the watercourses, waterbodies and wetlands
within the watershed.
FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT
Revised December 17, 1984
Floodplain development has contributed to high water conditions and water
quality problems on Minnehaha Creek, and has increased the potential for high
water conditions on Lake Minnetonka.
GOAL
Preserve existing water storage capacity below flood elevations on
all water bodies in the watershed to minimize the frequency and
severity of high water.
POLICIES
Minimize development in the floodplain which will unduly restrict
flood flows or aggravate known high water problems.
Revised December 17, 1984
HANAGEMENT OF DREDGING PROOECTS
Dredging projects can modify the natural appearance of shoreland areas and
degrade water quality.
GOAL
Preserve the natural appearance of shoreline areas and minimize
degradation of surface water quality which can result from dredging
operations.
POLICIES
Ae
Allow dredging projects to improve the recreational, wildlife and
fisheries resources of surface waters, and when necessary to implement
or maintain an existing legal right of navigational access.
Prohibit dredging in the water courses, water bodies or wetland areas,
permanent or intermittent, which would enlarge a natural water course
landward to create a channel to connect adjacent backwater areas for
navigational purposes.
Ce
Allow maintenance dredging to remove sediment.
January 15, 1985
iV{QUND, hiiN!',;ESOTA 5530.:
:6i2) 472-1155
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER
RE:
SHORELAND MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE
As most of you know by now the City has received a proposal to develop the
16 acre site South of Lakewinds into condominiums.
This 126 unit project would consist (as proposed) of three buildings, 85 feet
high and would create a wall about 800 feet long over the 1300 foot length
of the site.
Not surprising, a development like this causes major involvements o6 the part
of a number of other agencies. Most of these are relatively routine in
nature, i.e. Metro Waste Control, Health Dept., LMCD, Watershed District,
etc. Others ordinarily do not get involved in our day to day planning
process. Primarily, the major agency of concern is the DNR.
It would appear that they have the power to review and approve a number of
issues posed by this project, over and above the City's review. These
include, height (not to exceed 35 feet), density (maximum 80 units), set-
backs at least 50 feet from lake, docks (26, LMCD could grant up to 60),
etc. This is where the confusion and complexity of all this develops.
If the City has a DNR approved Shoreland Management Ordinance, the approval
process for most activities would be retained by the City. DNR would still
retain the review right for large projects like Pelican Point, but that
would be a review right not a veto, unless we greatly varied from the
Shoreland Management Ordinance.
The Planning Commission did vote, I believe, unanimously against the zoning
and variances Pelican Point was seeking.
For this large project it means going back to the drawing boards and re-doing
their plan or dropping it altogether. At this point, I do not think they
know what they want to do.
As a City though, we will have to face the Shoreland Management Ordinance
issue sooner or later. I would propose that we begin to draft up, over
the next four to six weeks, language that might be involved in such an
ordinance and forward it to the DNR for their reaction.
Pa§e 2
City Council
January 15, 1985
Clearly this could be a process that could go on for months, but I do not
see how anybody could gain from that.
In summary, the issues a Shoreland Management Ordinance would govern would
be:
Lot Size
Height
Setbacks
Density
Review & Approval Process
Subdivisions of Lots
Plats
I may have missed something, but I hope I have not.
informed on this as we move ahead.
I will keep you
The Council and Planning Commission may want to jointly appoint a Committee
to develop this as was done earlier on the Wetlands Ordinance.
JE:fc
January 10, 1985
CITY of UND
'2,34i ;.IA'¢WOOD RO.-'.2
,,,O,...,,~. ~?.tNNESOTA 5535.:
(6!2} 472-1155
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER
Enclosed is a letter from Hennep|n County regarding a subject which has
become very emotional in Eden Prairie, Minnetonka and Plymouth.
That is the creation of group home facilities for the metally retarded,
chemically dependent, mentally ill or indigent. These are groups that,
in the past, were housed in State hospital facilities.
According to the report, 11,000 people have been discharged from hospitals
to move into community homes and facilities at a great cost savings to the
State.
Initially, most of these people have moved into central cities. That grew
to the point that a backlash developed about the level of concentration,
particularly in South Minneapolis, and the Legislature passed a law
(Chapter 617) regarding dispersing these facilities throughout the County.
So far we have had only one inquiry on this for Mound, but eventually it
will come because the economi'cs of these for individual entrepreneurs is
evidently pretty good.
I am not suggesting we need to do anything on this at this point, but I did
wan~ to introduce the issue.
JE:fc
enc.
HENNEPIN
IL
COMMUNITY SERVICES
EXECUTIVE OFFICE
A-I005 Government Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487
January 3, 1985
Mayor Robert Polston
5341Maywood Road
Mound, MN 55364
Re: Chapter 617/County Plan Regarding Concentration
of Community-Based Residential Facilities
Dear Mayor Polston:
During the 1984 Session, the Legislature adopted Chapter 617 which requires counties,'
including Hennepin, to engage in planning to promote the dispersal of residential
treatment facilities for persons with mental illness, chemical dependency or other
disabilities from overconcentrated neighborhoods. In formulating the plan, counties
must solicit the participation of affected persons, facilities, municipalities and
advocacy groups. Plans are to be submitted to the Department of Human Services by
January I, 1985 and must include assurances that (I) no new facilities will be
developed in overconcentrated neighborhoods, (2) clients will not be displaced by
facility relocation until appropriate alternative placements are available, and (3) any
planned relocations will occur by January I, 1990.
In response to the reqUirements of Chapter 617, the Community Services Department
convened a Task Force representing urban and suburban municipalities, citizen
participation groups, residential providers, advocacy organizations and Human Services
Councils to study issues related to relocation, and to propose recommendation to the
County regarding concentration of community-based residential facilities. The
findings and recommendations of the Task Force became the basis of a five-year
County work plan to assess service gaps, resolve barriers to geographic distribution of
services and promote a balanced continuum of residential and support resources.
The attached plan was submitted to the County Board and approved it (see attached
Board Resolution No. 84-12-861) for comment by interested community groups. This
plan will be submitted to the Department of Human Services, as a draft, by January I,
1985, We are also soliciting comments and reactions from the community, and will
schedule a public hearing in February for community reaction/input. The final plan
will be submitted to the Department of Human Services in March.
Questions and written comments should be addressed by February 8~ 1985 to:
Morge Wherley
Community Services Department
A-1605 Hennepin County Government Center
300 South Sixth Street
Minneapolis, MN $5487
348 -6294
HENNEPIN COUNTY
an equal oppodunity employer
Mayor Polston - 2
January 3~ 1985
I appreciate your interest and welcome your suggestions.
Sincerely~
MICHAEL W. WEBEIR~ Director
Comm un i ty Services Department
MWW:cmc
EnCo
Distribution:
Mayors~ Hennepin County Municipalities
Hennepin County Human Services Councils
Minneapolis City Council
Minneapolis Citizen Participation Organizations
Advocacy Organizations
Residential Provider (~roups
Zoning Task Force Members
RESOLUTION NO.
12- 861
The following resolution was offered by
Social Services Committee
Commissioner Andrew, Chairman,
WHEREAS, Laws of Minnesota 1984, Chapter 617, requires that before
January l, 1985 Hennepin County submit a plan to the Department of Human Services
concerning concentration of community-based group residential treatment facilities
for persons with mental illness, chemical'dependency, or other disabilities,
BE IT RESOLVED, that Hennepin County establishes that no new residential
facilities serving seven or more persons be developed in planning districts or
administrative subdivisions of Hennepin County already having high concentration
of facility beds, or where additional development would result in high concen-
tration, as defined i'n Chapter 617, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that no client be displaced from any relocating
residential program without an acceptable alternative placement, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any planned relocation of group homes from
overcon~entrated areas' be accomplished by January l, 1990, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Hennepin County Plan Regarding Concentra-
tion of Community-Based Residential Facilities dated December 1984, on file with
the Clerk of the Board, be circulated to all municipalities within Hennepin
County as well as consumer and other interested groups for review with a request
that comments be submitted to the Community Services Department by February 15,
1985, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Community Services Department is authorized
to submit the plan to the Minnesota Department of Human Services as required by
Chapter 617, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Community Services Department submit a
final plan recommendation and a request for a public hearing after February 15,
1985.
The question was on the adoption of the resolution, and there were
six YEAS and no NAYS, as follows:
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
YEA
X
X
X
X
X
X
NAY OTHER
Jeff Spartz
Randy Johnson
Richard E. Kremer
E. F. Robb, Jr.
Sam S. Sivanich
Mark Andrew
John E. Derus, Chairman
ABSENT
RESOLUTION ADOPTED.
Clerk. o~//the County B d
DEC 1984
HENNEPIN COUNTY PLAN
REGARDING CONCENTF~TION OF
COMMUNITY-BASED RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES
Developed in Response to
Laws of Minnesota 197/~, Chapter 617
Hennepin County Community Services Department
and
Zoning Task Force
December I ~8zt
January 2, 1985
TO: PARK COMMISSION
CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER
This past week we received a. copy of the 1984 Study on the Water Quality
of a number of Metropolitan Lakes.
Included,were Dutch Lake and Lake Langdon. I have pulled these from the
Feport and attached everything pertaining to these two lakes.
Mr. Dick Osgood, from the Metro Council Staff, has agreed to attend the
'- February 14, 1984, Park Commission Meeting to go over this material in
greater detail.
I am bringing this forward because every year we receive encouragement
to develop public accesses and use on. these two lakes by the DNR.
~t has always been deferred because Lake Minnetonka was a higher priority,
but for those people who live on these two lakes, the condition of the
lakes' water quality is very important.
JE:fc -
enc.
STUDY~.OF THE.WATER QUALITY
December 1984 -'- -- ' "
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Table 1 shows the reported trophic state indices (TSIs) for the 42 lakes.
Twenty two of the lakes have not been previously monitored by the Council. Of
the remaining 21 lakes, only two appear to have significantly changed water
quality: Cedar and Spring Lakes (Scott Co). Both of these lakes experienced
Aphanizonmenon flake blooms in the summer. The 1984 phosphorus concentrations
are about 40% of the 1980 values. The lakes differ, however, in the response
of their algal communities (see below).
Cedar Lake
May-September Means
1980 1981 1982 1983 1984
Phosphorus (ug/L) 442 341 .... 168
Chlorophyll (ug/L) 237 27 .... 73
Secchi d~sk(m) 1.4 2.]. .... 1.4
Phosphorus (ug/L)
Chlorophyll (ug/L)
Secchi disk (m)
Spring Lake
237 141 124 -- 100
28 48 45 -- 73
1.7 2.6 2.1 -- 1.3
The chlorophyll has decreased proportionally (to phosphorus) in Cedar Lake, but
chlorophyll has increased in Spring Lake. The phytoplankton communities have
apparently responded differently. Aphanizomenon was the dominant summertime
phytoplankter in both lakes from 1980 to 1982. Aphanizomenon remained dominant
in Cedar Lake in 1984, while nonflake'forming blue-green algae appeared.to pre-
dominate in Spring Lake (based on field'observations). This differential algal
response (with a shifting algal dominant) was expected. A feasibility study of
Spring Lake (Osgood 1983) stated: "... if this reduction (in phosphorus)
changes the character of the lake's phytoplankton community, chlorophyll may
actually increase!" This is due to the inefficient use of nutrients by
Aphanizomenon flakes. The cause of the algal shift in Spring Lake is unknown.
Reduced phosphorus in Cedar Lake led to proportionally less chlorophyll, while
reduced phosphorus in Spring Lake along with an algal species shift led'to an
increase in cholorphyll. Since the uptake of nutrients by flake-forming
Aphanizonmenon is poorly understood and since internal nutrient dynamics in
these lakes may be variable, these vagaries among nutrients and algal response
may not be unusual. I think they are appropriately ignored in computing the
reported TSI (Osgood 1982c; Table 1) and the more important change in water
quality is the reduction of phosphorus (mean TP) in both lakes. 1Changes). in
trophic state among the remaining lakes are not apparent (Table
Figure 2 shows the ~hlorophyll/Secchi disk relationship for the lakes surveyed
in 1984. The relationship between the lakes and the regional model {developed
from 1980 data) is unchanged from last year's (1983} sample {OsgoOd 1984a}.
The regional model approximates the lower limit of observed Secchi disk trans-
parencies {see explanation in Osgood 1984a, page 62}.
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150 175 200 225
Chlorophyll a_ (pg/I)
Figure 2.' CHLOROpHYLL/SECCH! DISK RELATIONSHIP
Line relxeaents a generated regional relationship from
a .past study (Oagood 1981). Points indicate seasonal
average values for 1984.
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'Figure 3. PHOSPHORUS/CHLOROPHYLL RELATIONSHIP
Lines re~'esent a generalzed regional relaflon~hlp from a past
~ (Osgood 1981: model ± 90% confidef~c~ interva] of predicted
chlorophyll)..Points Ir~icate seasonal average values for 1984.
Figure 2 shows the phosphorus/chlorophyll relationship for this year's lakes.
This model that predicts chlorophyll from phosphorus includes confidence
limits. Ninety percent of the sample points should be within these limits.
Thus, with 46 sample points (including three stations from Forest and White
Bear Lakes and excluding Langdon Lake which is outside the model's range), 41
or 42 should be within limits. This is what is found. The four lakes outside
of the model's 90% confidence limits are: Square, Little Long, Schultz, and
Rebecca {in order of increasing TP}. Square and Little Long are deep, clear
lakes with populations of large bodied Daphnia. These lakes are normally more
transparent than the phosphorus would indicate (Osgood 1982c, 1984b). Langdon
Lake is outside of the range of the original data set used to derive the model
{Osgood 1981), therefore the model is not valid for predicting chlorophyll
{from phosphorus) in this lake. When the model is extrapolated, however,
Langdon Lake falls below the 90% confidence line. This may not be unexpected
with such high chlorophyll a concentrations (exceeding 260 ug/L on three of the
five sampling dates) where ~elf-shading may limit algal growth.
The water quality of the lakes is generally unchanged from 1980 (Osgood 1981).
The lakes are eutrophic; at least they all have some symptoms of eutrophy.
Yet, most lakes are of acceptable quality and exhibit intermediate water
quality characteristics. For example, 3/~ of the lakes have intermediate trans-
parencies {mean SD from 1 to. 3 m}. Seven lakes are more clear.{Bush, George, ·
Little Long, Minnewashta, Rebecca, Square and White Bear Lakes) and four lakes
are less clear {Cleary, Landgon, Parley and Whaletail Lakes). Similarly, most
lakes had intermediate levels of algae growth (mean CHL) with the majority of
values {58%} from 10 to 60 ug/L. There were equal numbers of lakes {9} greater
and less than this range. Five lakes were infertile (mean TP le{s than 20
ug/L), seven lakes were very fertile {mean TP greater than 80 ug/L) and the
remainder (72%) are intermediate. These distributions are consistent with
those observed in 1980 {Osgood 1981}.
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METRO C:CXJ~IL WATD~ OL~LIT'r MONITC~ING DATA ~OR I.J~£$ - 1984
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0.615 3.300 130.eo e.SO
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I .SOO 7.0CO
1.570 3.85e - 2ce.ce O.~
o.se5 3,355
2.2ee l.see
1.e65 4.8H 310.ee
1.085
2.700 13.500
0°785 4.520
870 4 · 250
0.2!
1.885 7.590
DATE TZid~ DEPTH ~O2&t~3 ~ T A~ ~
~ ~ ~TOTAL N TOTAL ~ ~ AT
M/OS/17 13 fl ~ e.e5 e.~ f73 g.I
13 N ~26 8.S SIS
~/H~ ~1 22 ~ 1.2 490
11 52 ~10 8.5 528
11 52 ~36 7.0 820
~7/11 11 ~ eeee o.~ e.M leo 1.3
11 30 ~e 8.o
11 3e e532 e.I 875
'~/0~18 11 ~ :::; 0.2 455
I1 40 e~18 7.8 SsS
11 ~ ~32 e.O eeo
~/~/19 11 55 ~ I.e5 e.eee 181 l.l 495
II 55 ~10 8.8
II 55 ~32 8.3
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Table 1
REPORTED TROPHIC STATE INDICES*
Lake 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984
Big Carnelian
Big Marine
Bone
Bryant**
Bush
Calhoun
Cedar (Henneptn)
Cedar (Scott)
Clear
Cleary
D~et4oaJ;rev~lle
FTsh
Forest
George
Harriet
Holland
Jane
J~ke p~ the Isles
ong '
McCarrons
McMahon**
Mtnnewashta
Nokomis
Parley
Prior (Lower)
Prior (Upper)
Rebecca
Schultz
Schutz
Spr'tng
Square
Stieger
Sunset
Thole
Whaletatl
White Bear
Z~bra
53 53
61-68 59
92 88
58-66 --
57 52 54
58-67 ....
49 50
40-47
83
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83 76 74 . --
.34 41 36 39
71 ......
53 50 ....
49-57
61-68
55-61
49
53
51-59
78
59-66
69-76
59
59
66
47-54
56-65 ·
56-65
51
51-58
50
56-65
54-61
66'
96
40
57
71
49
62-71
62-69
72'
51
68
66
53
62
66-73
34
56
66
70
70'
50/48/49
54
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* After Carlson (1977) and Osgood (1982c).
** S~pled only twice in 1980.
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DOWNTOWN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Downtown festival centers -- mixes of stores, cafes, entertainment, food
services and more -- are a strong but still new form of downtown develop-
ment. This report covers some hard data on them: size, sales, tenancies
(p.1)... Several major components are working to revitalize downtown
Raleigh, NC in an effective public/private effort (p.2)... The dream of
free parking continues strong especially in mid-size and smaller downtowns.
This analysis covers a new program in Jackson, MI to supply major free
parking through the Meterless System concept funded by a special assess-
ment downtown {p.3)... More on how to get investors to do it downtown.
Kalamazoo, MI put together an investor-oriented information kit, marketing
package and data base to help do the job (p.S)... One downtown looks at
its cable franchise as a method of moving into the communications era.
They see possibilities in utilizing the cable for major business communica-
tions and data handling (p.6)... Upgrading downtown district management.:
New Jersey okays broad new powers plus a strong management capability to
make things happen (p.6).
Comparing Downtown Festival Centers
Festival centers are a growth field for downtowns as they bring vitality and
business into the central business districi. Since the idea is still new, there is
little agreement about what are the essential ingredients and components in them.
A comparison of three of them, however, gives some real insights into their
makeup as it divides among conventional retailing space, food markets, fast food and
the restaurant/cafe/pub categories. .The total size of three of these, sales per vis-
itor, the share of space taken up by each kind of tenant and the typical picture, or
average of all three, are listed in the table. The three festival-type centers are
in cities which vary widely in population and in geographic locations.
Total Retail Space (S.F.)
Festival Centers Downtown
A B C Average
95,000 140,000 220,000 151,700
Average Unit Size (S.F.)
1,120 900 1,250 1,090
Sales/Customer {$)
5.95 4.00 6.87 5.61
Retail Stores (%)
60 32 46 46
Restaurants/Cafes/Pubs (5%)
$1 41 52 41
Fast Food (%) 6 14 5 8
Food Markets (%)
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Downtown Raleigh, NC: Putting Pieces Together Right
After years of stability, downtown Raleigh is now undergoing a vigorous revital-
ization program that blends private-sector investments, public facilities programs
and mixes of public/private development.
A comparatively early project was the public/private creation of
the Fayetteville Street Hall. This pedestrian mall cuts right
~ through the core of downtown along the historic main retail and com-
mercial street. It creates both a new shopping environment and a
place for pedestrian activity.. It also is an important linkage in
the heart of downtown. The Fayetteville Street Hall runs from the
North Carolina State Capitol complex, which anchors the northern end
of the central business district, to the southern anchor formed by
the Raleigh Civic Center and the Hannover Square/CivicCenter Plaza
projects.
This is an unusual design and functional concept where the major
anchors in a downtown plan are non-retail in nature while the main
retail and commercial space uses are aligned along a pedestrian way
between them. '
The Fayetteville Street Mall is four blocks long; extending ap-
proximately 2,100 feet. When the concept of developing this mall was
accepted, an improvement district was formed to organize it and,
through a property value based special assessment, to pay certain
public costs. Since then, the costs have been fully paid off.
The mall funding package reflects the many groups which partici-
pated and shared in the benefits as well as the costs. Of the $2.63
million expended, city sales tax supplied $72S,000, the downtown tax
district raised $51S,000, Wake County ad4ed $600,000, the State of
North Carolina paid $600,000, utility bonds were issued for $290,000
and miscellaneous city funds made up the final $100,000. The mall
I ~ !' ['~"""' development and the Civic Center were key components of the Downtown
Plan adopted in 1972. The mall itself was built in stages between
1977 and 1981.
To form the southern anchor, Raleigh developed the Civic Center
complex. The Civic Center is directly in line with the end of the
Fayetteville Street Mall clearly terminating it. To form the Civic Center entrance
they built the expansive Civic Center Plaza conceived of as a major downtown open
space and activity area.
A clear functional and design
problem was observed by York-
Hannover Developments, Inc., a ma-
jor national and international
firm with strong interest in down~
town projects. The Civic Center
Plaza, they noted, was large and
misused. It left too much space
between the pedestrian mall and
the Civic Center.~ The solution
was a plan worked out between York-
Hannover and the city to cut the
Plaza down to useful scale by con-
structing some important buildings
there, and by redesigning the pub-
lic laza. These structures --
due to ~the activities in them -- would tightly link the Civic Center to the mall and
the rest of downtown while adding needed facilities downtown. The first project de-
veloped was the Radisson Plaza Hotel. This is a 17-story structure with 364 rooms
plus dining, meeting and convention facilities. It features a ground level arcade
and retail shops to~.~rengthen' the street level commercial frontage continuity.
To support the existing and planned development in the area, York-Hannover also
built a 570-car underground parking structure beneath the Plaza. Access is from the
sides. At the same time a cross street that acted as a further barrier between the
Fayetteville Street Mall and the Civic Center was closed. The land gained was then
merged into the overall development of the area. The subsurface parking is directly
connected to One Hannover Square, the Radisson Plaza Hotel and the Civic Center.
The system also functions as a direct, weather-protected walkway linking the three
major facilities.
The next element is One Hannover Square, now in construction and slated to open
in 1985. This 17-story luxury office building will contain 540,000 square feet of
office space plus 20,000 square feet of ground floor retail space (which further
reinforces the shopper orientation of the area at the ground level). This building,
too, will have a pedestrian arcade. The third phase calls for construction of a
luxury apartment building, again with ground floor retailing. The three structures,
plus a new headquarters building erected by Carolina Power and Light establishes a
well defined area on the Civic Center Plaza and solidly strengthens the southern end
of downtown. Reflecting this a redesign of the Plaza is underway in order to form a
better environment for activities. Supporting the redesign, a program of public
events is in planning. Further possibilities include outdoor cafes, and small shops.
Constant attention was focused on making the area workable and compatible with
the pedestrian mall. The hotel features an atrium carefully connected to the ex-
terior mall, even with zhe same materials "flowing" them together. Arcades, colon-
nades and shopping facilities further create effective linkages and a network of at-
'tractive paths for shoppers and strollers -- for people downtown.
This thinking was expressed by Fereshteh Bekhrad, Vice President and project
manager for York-Hannover. She points out that "the long-term success of a project
depends on human use." The design thinking, planning and action in downtown Raleigh
represents a public/private effort to strengthen that human use through excellent de-
sign and well-planned development know-how.
Ms. Bekhrad adds that she and the firm "believe in downtown development and im-
provement projects." A professional in CBD planning and design as well as develop-
ment, she finds that "in urban centers your investment is always protected by the in-
vestment next to you. You help each other." .
Free ParRing District Plan Starts In Jackson
On November 1, 1984 downtown Jackson, MI started up a free parking plan for
shoppers. The financing device is a special assessment district. The work of the
program began long before that launch date. There was a long period of discussions,
searches for solutions to parking woes, surveys and planning. This work finally led
to a free parking experiment that began on June 1 of 1984, at 8 A.M.
At that time, for what was originally envisioned as a one-month trial run, shop-
pers could get two hours of free parking at 527 on-street metered parking spaces.
In addition, the trial run was planned to supply experience and data on how to oper-
ate the plan and to assess its effects on businesses. During the test period meters
were covered with bags imprinted "Free parking, 2 hour limit, strictly enforced."
Parking Checkers from the police department enforced the rules. Certain 50-minute
meters were not included as they were in hot spots 'where greater turnover is essen-
tial. At the same time a solid effort was made to get businesspeople to stay out of
the free spaces, and even to turn in anyone else they saw doing it. Based on early
results the experiment was extended.
The results were regarded as good, so work started to gear up a bigger free
parking program to produce ultimately: "a meterless system" of 1,298 on- and off-
street spaces. The key to running the meterless parking operation was in pooling
the spaces to be included, figuring out the costs involved and in spreading those
costs among those benefited. Among the costs were funds to operate and maintain the
current city parking systems, costs of leasing and operating a private off-street
lot so that it could be "pooled into" the meterless parking network, costs of addi-
tional enforcement. From this the city deducted a share representing the city's
participation, and that of other non-assessable governmental agencies, in the pro-
gram. This left $136,000 to be assessed.
To spread this equitably, a unique approach was created. Based on zoning regu-
lations the number of spaces for each business was computed. The total cost of oper-
ating the meterless system was then divided by the number of required spaces. This
yielded a "dollars cost per space figure." Each property then has a total space re-_
quirement (the aggregate of all the spaces required by occupants of the property).
From this property total, the number of spaces supplied by that property in private
parking is deducted. This leaves a net figure which is considered tO be the number
of spaces that property utilizes out of the public street and off-street spaces that'
are in the meterless parking pool. That number is multiplied by the "dollars per
space figure" to give the property's actual assessment for this purpose. There are
many details, but that's the fundamental procedure. In the Special Assessment
'District Roll as officially computed, the costs ranged from the minimum which was set
at $S0.00 to a high of $23,020.81. That's the price of giving customers free parking
in spaces produced by the municipal parking program. The average annual tab for
privately owned properties is about $1,0S0.
A set of eight basic principles for planning and packaging the free, parking
system were outlined. These give an insight into why it was done in downtown Jackson
and some of the basic concepts involved.:
1. Customer convenient parking is imperative for a successful commercial area
(for example, a suburban mall and validation by downtown merchants).
2. A DDA survey of downtown businesses indicated that the majority of the re-
spondents believed that the parking meters were a major deterrent to the revitaliza-
tion of Jackson's central business district.
$. Meterless parking will make the central business district competitive with
suburban malls.
4 'The proposed special assessment district guarantees the maintenance and en-
forcement of customer convenient parking areas.
S. The cost for the "free" parking system is equitably distributed among bene-
ficiaries according to their size and their use of the system.
6. Merchants and their customers will face and incur costs for parking wherever
they are located.
7. Customer "free" parking will increase customer traffic and a positive en-
vironment for reinvestment in the central business district. As a result, the
vacancy rate among buildings in the downtown area will decrease and lower future
assessments to all the businesses in the area.
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8~ The special assessment district reflects a new concrete demonstration of a
public/private partnership to ensure the revitalization of Jackson's downtown. The
city is assessing :tself and will request the voluntary contribution of other public-
sector users for t,eir contribution to the parking assessment fund.
In order to meet the needs of employees, a monthly permit parking system in the
off-street lots was activated. In this, parking slots cost from $18 to $20 per month.
The city and the businesspeople are campaigning in an effort to push employees into
private employee lots or the selected monthly-leased slots. The chairman of the DDA
Parking Committee Jim Shotwell wrote to businesspeople "the free parking was estab-
lished to provide spaces for customers/patients/clients and increase business down-
town. The more business you do means greater job security for them." He adds that
this is vital "Since we are all paying for this service." To further enforce the
parking time limits, higher fines were set: Ss if paid within 72 hours of issuance
of a summons, and $10 after that.
The parking in the meterless system includes 919 spaces in eight lots and ramps
plus 359 spaces on-street. The map shows the distribution of the spaces throughout
the downtown area.
3 Y Center 104
On-street 359
Total Spaces 1,~ i W~ llo~l ~~ILp~ ,~.~?~ l LJ i ~OJ~p;[~[ .....
Guiding Investors To Downtown
To attract investor interest, and to give them the facts they need, the
Kalamazoo (MI) Downtown Development Authority produced "The Investor's Guide To Down-
town Kalamazoo." Simply but attractively prepared, the Guide aims to tell investors
about "the character, economy and investment climate of downtown."
The publication's first section describes the region within which downtown func-
tions. This covers geographic location, the good quality of the community, demo-
graphics in the entire region, information on employment and major firms, labor force
data, consumer expenditure information, housing supply material, descriptions of com-
munity facilities, and a picture of local government.
The well-illustrated section on downtown begins with an interesting narrative
description of the area, then adds a wealth of facts and details on downtown em-
ployers and employment, public and private development and rehabilitation work com-
pleted and in progress, complete lists of retail firms, business services, personal
services, restaurants and entertainment places. There is an inventory of office
space plus other data. The section includes a high-quality downtown map (these are
often poorly done), a report on an upcoming major downtown development project the
city's working on and a brief but important section on public commitment to downtown,
//$
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This is more than just words, since a series of pubric-sector development and finan-
cial incentives are listed and described.
In a second stage, scheduled for completion in 1985, KDDA is producing an ex-
tensive, computer-~sed data base with details on downtown property values, gross
of building space by block, employment, employment characteristics, parking
space, and parking rates.
For in-depth evaluation of this, you can get copies for $9.00 payable in advance
from the Kalamazoo Downtown Development Authority, 100 North Kalamazoo Mall--#221,
Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Phone (616) 344-079S.
Moving Downtown Into The Communications Future
A number of downtowns are studying, formally or informally, their"~uture in a
communications-dominated era. They want to know what the impact of the fast-
developing computer-communications revolution will mean to downtown. And, they want
to understand what downtown has got to do to stay competitive -- and to prosper --
when "compunications," as one professor titled it, shifts into high-gear.
Concerned about the latter, the City of Seattle, WA has taken an interesting
step. Since the downtown area right now is the only part of the city'unserved by
cable TV, the city set out to determine the best way of providing cable and at the
same time to map out how cable can play a role in launching downtown into the high-
tech communications world.
To accomplish this, Seattle, through the Office of Cable Communications, will
commission a research project to:
* Explore potential uses of the proposed downtown cable television system for
providing data transmission and other types of services to downtown businesses, as
well as similar services for residents.
* Evaluate the potential use of this system for providing municipal government
communications services such as institutional loops for voice, video and data uses.
* Examine the potential use of the cable system for providing s~cial benefit ser-
vices to residents of downtown and social service organizations by means of, for ex-
ample, institutional loops and public citizen programming.
* Supply to citizens living in the downtown area general cable television enter--
tainment services.
A keY-part of the work will involve determining the demand for the various ser-
vices among business, government and residential users. Further work will identify
the benefits expected, evaluate and recommend the best type of system technology and
propose the mode of ownership, which might be private, public, joint, or non-profit.
Upgrading Downtown District Management
In 1972 the State of New Jersey enacted enabling legislation that allowed its
municipalities to "undertake, develop, construct, operate and finance, as local im-
provements, pedestrian malls, and to create special improvement districts" with the
sential power to fund them. In September 1984 this statute was broadened by adding
to the language that the municipalities could also form "district management corpora-
tions.'' This moved the legislation a giant step forward by enormously increasing the
power of municipalities to set up districts that could improve downtown and could al-
so effectively manage them. //
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The thrust toward strengthening downtown's management capabilities is one of
the strong, essential movements going on. New Jersey learned through experience
that this was a necessary "next step," as have other states. In the statement of
findings, the legislature articulated its belief --
(1) that district management corporations may assist municipalities in.
promoting economic growth and employment within business districts; (2)
that municipalities should be encouraged to create self financing special
improvement districts and designated district management corporations to
execute self-help programs to enhance their local business climates; and
(3) that municipalities should be given the broadest possible discretion
in establishing by local ordinance the self-help programs most consistent
with their local needs, goals and objectives.
To the law's section outlining the powers to build malls, and all.the elements
from pavements to paintings, the legislature added two significant definitions:
"Special improvement district" means an area within a municipality desig-
nated by municipal ordinance as an area in which a special assessment on
all property within the district shall be imposed for the purposes for pro-'
moting the economic and general welfare of the district and the municipality.
"District management corporation" means an entity created by municipal
ordinance or incorporated pursuant to Title iSA of the New Jersey Statutes
and designated by municipal ordinance to receive funds collected by a spe-
cial assessment within a special improvement district as authorized by this
amendatory and supplementary act.
The mall concept, which includes broad powers, is linked to the district finan-
cing mechanism and the ability to work with other funding sources and is'"organized"
via the management corporation. The statute sets it up in these terms:
A special improvement district ordinance may be adopted if --
the government body of a municipality finds: (1) that an area within the
municipality as described by lot and block numbers and by street addresses
in the enabling ordinance would benefit from being designated as a special
improvement district; (2) that a district management corporation would
provide administrative and other services to benefit the businesses, em-
ployees, residents and consumers in the special improvement district;
that a special assessment shall be imposed and collected by the munici-
pality with the regular property tax payment or payment in lieu of taxes
or otherwise, and that all or a portion of these payments shall be trans-
ferred to the district management corporation to effectuate the purposes
of this amendatory and supplementary act and to exercise the powers given
to it by municipal ordinance; and (4) that it is in the best interests of
the municipality and the public to create a special improvement district
and to designate a district management corporation; except that no dis-
trict management corporation shall be designated to receive any funds or
to exercise any powers pursuant to the provisions of this amendatory and
supplementary act unless the board of directors of that corporation shall
include at least one member of the governing body of the municipality.
Districts retain their previously granted power to develop pedestrian improve-
ments as very broadly defined. In addition some major new powers are added in this
section of the act:
The district management corporation shall have all powers necessary and
requisite to effectuate its purposes, including, but not limited to, the
power to:
(1) Adopt bylaws for the regulation of its affairs and the conduct of its
business and to prescribe rules, regulations, and policies, in connection
with the performance of its functions and duties;
(2) Employ such persons as may be required, and fix and pay their compensa-
tion from funds'available to the corporation;
(5) Apply for, accept, administer and comply with the requirements re-
specting an appropriation of funds or a gift, grant or donation of property
or money;
(4) Make and execute agreements which may be necessary or convenient to
the exercise of the powers and functions of the corporation, including con-
tracts with any person, firm, corporation,.governmental agency or other
entity;
(5) Administer and manage its own funds and accounts and pay its own obli-
gations;
(6) Borrow money from private lenders for periods not to exceed 180. days
and from governmental entities for that or longer periods;
{7) Fund the improvement of the exterior appearance of properties in the
district through grants or loans;
(8) Fund the rehabilitation of properties in the district;
(9) Accept, purchase, rehabilitate, sell, lease or manage property in the
district;
(10) Enforce the conditions of any loan, grant, sale or lease made by the
corporation;
(11) Provide security, sanitation and other services to the district sup-
plemental to those provided normally by the municipality;
(12) Undertake improvements designed to increase the safety or attractive-
ness of the district to businesses which may wish to locate there or to
visitors to the district, including, but not limited to, litter cleanup
and control, ~andscaping, parking areas and facilities, recreational and
rest areas and facilities, and those improvements generally permitted for
~edestrian malls under section 2 of P. L. 1972, c. 154 (C.40:56-66), pur-
suant to pertinent regulations of the governing body;
(15) Publicize the district and the businesses included within the district
boundaries;
(14) Recruit new businesses to fill ~acancies in, and to balance the busi-
ness mix of, the district;
(15) Organize special events in the district;
(16) Provide special parking arrangements for the district;
(17) Provide temporary decorative lighting in the district.
Coming Next ... Downtown
The role of, techniques and results from public/private strategies for downtown
retail growth and development are explored, reflecting the steadily increasing level
of interest in the retail growth segment. /// Another newly emerging potential for
downtown is the high-tech complex. A dramatic example of this is shaping up that
'- may be the prototype for this for central business districts.
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DECEMBER 1984
DEAR FRIENDS!
WesTonka Christian Services, Inc. would like to thank those who have
assisted us financially, by giving volunteer time, or by donating food or
toys in 1984. We pray that you will have a blessed and holy season and New
Year.
Through Dec. loth 265 families, 974 individuals, received about 11,688
meals under the coordination of Renee Romain and the St. Vincent de Paul
members.
Meals on Wheels volunteers with the coordination of Irene Jezorski
delivered approximately 3380 meals in Mound and 1560 meals in Maple Plain.
824 one way trips were made to medical and other appointments, 9,450
miles being driven under the coordination of Marian Alexander.
Pennywise representative Val Magnus and many others have had a busy year
with cliemts being referred by many social service agencies. Some of the
proceeds completely pays for the disposable Meals on Wheels dishes and the
rest is donated to charity.
Government surplus distribution under the Philbrooks management has been
faithfully executed again this year, and thanks to many O.L.L. people and others.
Emergency services using county grant and W.T.C.S. funds saw 100 family
units with 175 children amd 140 adults, assisting with food, gas fills, rental
deposits, utilities, minor car repair and winter outerwear for those in a
temporary emergency crisis. The number of emergency needs was equal, if not
higher than last year.Due to insufficient funds last summer, it was difficult
to make a comparison.
The many hours donated by Arlyss Myers, Sec. and Marj. Scrution, Treas.
is greatly appreciated!
THANK YOU, VOLUNTEERS AND CONTRIBUTORS, who made all of this
possible. What greater gift than the gift of love through service?
As a Christian organization, what greater example do we have than
God'~ gift to us of His son whose birthday we are celebratinn?
Off cis s say
homeowner 40 csn s a rnor :h
By Joe Kimball
Staff Writer
A new landfill abatement tax should
cost a typical Hennepln County
h.0meowner about 40 cents per
month, say county officials. But rest-
dents may find their garbase bills
increased by up to $1 per month, as
some garbage haulers pass along the
tax and other costs to consumers.
The tax, passed last year by the
Legislature, took effect Jan. 1. The
money it generates will be used for
recycling and abatement projects
and for landfill cleanup.
The tax is collected only in the met-
ropolitan area. The state collects 50
cents per cubic yard of garbage put
in a landfill, the county collects 25
cents and dries can collect 15 cents,
for a total of 90 cents per cubic yard.
Luther Nelson of Hennepin County's
Environment and Ener~ Depart-
ment said a typical household gener*
ates about five cubic yards (or 1.5
tons) of garbage per year. That
means a $4.50 landfill tax per year,
or almost 40 cents per month.
Some suburban garbage haulers,
though, have announced $1 per
month* increases for garbage pickup.
Woodlake Sanitary Service, which
operates in many suburbs, is institut-
in8 a SI-per-month increase, accord-
ing to Bill Heaston, operations man-
ager in Eden Prairie. "We're ex-
plaining to' people this month that
there is a new tax, and this tax and
other costs brought on the raise tn
_tile price," he said.
Woodla~e's prices will increase to $9
in Bloomington and Richfield, to
$10.50 in Edina, with correspondin§
$1 increases in other cities, Heaston
said.
Rapid Way Disposal, which collects
residential garba§e in Coon Rapids,
has increased its rates to $6 per
month, from $5.50, because of the
tax. "We may have to go higher,
when we find out how the tax affects
us at the landfill," said Don Fiester
of Rapid Way.
Mary Ayde of the Minnesota Waste
Association said she has received no
· 'calls from garbage haulers about the
tax since it went into effect last
week. "Before that, though, 'SOme
said they intended to incrense their
rates to cover the tax," she said..
Ayde said the law is not explicit in
describing how the tax should be
passed on to consumers. "It's up to
the hauler how to pass it on, so
everyone may not pay the same
tax," she said. ..
In Minneapolis, ~ estate taxes pay
for residential waste disposal, so ~
ldents will not face price Increases
by garbage haulers, according 'to
James Lind of the city Public Works
Department. The city, though, will
be charged for the tax, and that will
add to the property tax, he said.
Waste.hauler groups, unhappy with
the landfill tax, have advertised re.
cently, claiming that the tax ~
mean a 30 to 45 percent increase in
disposal costs.
Disposal costs, technically defined,
mean the amount paid by garha§e
haulers to the landfill operator, ac-
cording to Nelson from Hennepin
County. Landfill costs are generally
about $3.33 per cubic yard, he said,
so an increase of 90 cents per cubic
yard is a 27 percent increase tn dis.
posal costs.
However, these disposal costs, or di-
rect payments to the landfill, are
only a small portion of a household's
garbage bill, Nelson said.
A typical household generating 5 cu-
bic yards, of garbage per year, and
paying $7 per month or $84 per year
for garbage pickup, pays about $15
per year in actual disposal, or land-
fill costs, Nelson said. The remaining
$69 goes to the garbage hauler for
operating costs and profit, he said.
The $4.50-per-year landfill tax for
this household would mean an in-
crease in their garbage bill of about
5 percent.
January 11, 1985
53~I MAYWOOD
tv~OUND, L'!NNESOTA
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER
Enclosed is a short summary of the latest plan for Light Rail Transit (LRT).
Although it does not affect Mound directly, it is an issue that broadly
affects those who live near the Southwest Corridor line.
This line will cross Highway 101 just South of Wayzata. I expect that the
MTC probably would develop a shuttle bus to that station as a way to
reduce the number of buses running on Highways 12 and 394. It would increase
transit time to downtown by about 20 minutes so it could be a good option.
find LRT fascinating, thus the reason for sharing all of this with you.
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SOUTHWEST/UNIVERSITY AVENUE CORRIDORS STUDY
TRANSIT ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS AND DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
SUMMARY
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY
The purpose of this study is to identify problems and analyze solutions
regarding transit services in the University Avenue and Southwest Corridors.
Each corridor is considered separately in the analysis.
The University Avenue Corridor runs between downtown Minneapolis and downtown
St. Paul, generally following University Avenue; it serves the University of
Minnesota and other traffic generators along that route in addition to the
downtown areas.
The Southwest Corridor extends generally in a southwesterly direction from
downtown Minneapolis and traverses southwest Minneapolis, St. Louis Park,
Hopkins, Minnetonka, and several Lake Minnetonka suburbs before ending in
Excelsior.
The study includes: a definition of goals and policies; the definition of a
range of alternative transit improvements; the selection, through a scoping
process, of a small number of alternatives which were found to be most
reasonable; a detailed definition of the characteristics of those alternatives;
analyses of the effects of each on the transportation system, the community and
the environment; and an evaluation of the alternatives to determine which is
considered best.
The major document of the study is a draft Environmental Impact Statement
(DEIS), prepared under the guidance of the federal Urban Mass Transportation
Administration (UMTA). The DEIS will be circulated to inform the public of the
proposed improvements and their consequences. Public meetings and hearings
will be held to further inform the affected public. Comments from public and
private agencies, organizations, and citizens.
At the end of the public hearing period, the Steering Committee for the study
will consider the DEIS and comments and select a preferred alternative for each
corridor. This committee is composed of elected officials from: Hennepin and
Ramsey Counties; the Cities of Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Louis Park, Hopkins,
and Minnetonka; and representatives of the Regional Transit Board, Minnesota
Department of Transportation, the University of Minnesota, the Metropolitan
Transit Commission, and the Metropolitan Council.
Preparation of a DEIS is a requirement of the National Environmental Policy
Act. It is prepared as a part of the alternatives analysis process developed
and defined by UMTA. The successful completion of an alternatives analysis
is a prerequisite to an application for federal financial participation in the
construction of a fixed-guideway transit line. The DEIS will also fulfill
state requirements for environmental impacts statements.
The outcome of the study will be the selection of a preferred alternative in
each corridor for the purpose of obtaining federal funding. The Regional
Transit Board and Metropolitan Council will be able to use the Steering
Committee's recommendations as input to the regional transit decision-making
process.
MAJOR GOALS AND OBJECTIVES, PROBLEMS BEING ADDRESSED
Major transportation goals and objectives for this study can be summarized as
follows:
Provide attractive transportation choices for metropolitan residents
as measured by increase transit use in the proposed facilities and
diversion of auto users.
Reduce automobile traffic in the downtown areas by increasing transit
use.
Provide better transit service for existing users as measured by
travel time savings.
Provide effective, productive and efficient transit services.
Relieve congestion particularly in congested highways and in the
downtowns.
These overall goals and objectives relate to some specific problems. On the
University Avenue corridor, those problems are:
Congestion on 1-94 between the two downtowns
Low transit speeds on University Avenue
Insufficient capacity to handle anticipated growing demand
On the Southwest Corridor, the problems are:
- Poor accessibility to downtown Minneapolis due to a bottleneck east of
France Avenue
- Use of local streets for commuting purposes
- High transit travel times
- High concentration of buses on Hennepin Avenue.
In addition, congestion and negative environmental impacts in downtown areas
and the high cost of existing transit operations were identified as problems
pertaining to both corridors.
Other goals and objectives identified are:
To encourage economic development
To minimize environmental impacts
ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
Four basic alternatives were analyzed in each corridor:
o NULL: Continuation of existing bus service, with only slight revisions
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM MANAGEMENT (TSM): Improvements~to existing service
primarily by adding routes or increasing service frequencies.
o
BUSWAY: Diesel buses operating on reserved rights-of-way, either in
reserved lanes (University Avenue) or on a bus-only roadway (Southwest
Corridor).
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LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT (LRT): Electrically powered (from overhead wire power
source) rail vehicles operating on reserved ri~hts-of-way, either in
reserved lanes (University Avenue) or on an ex~sting rail alignment
(Southwest Corridor)..
For the "fixed guideway" alternatives, busway and light rail, several small
variations in routing and/or station spacing were considered, leading to the
following fixed guideway alternatives in the University Avenue Corridor:
BUSWAY: Downtown St. Paul (through the Capitol Area), University
Avenue, Washington Avenue (through the University of Minnesota),
downtown Minneapolis; stops basically 1/4 mile apart on University
Avenue
- LRT-i: The same routing and spacing as the Busway
LRT-2: This alternative would approach downtown St. Paul in an east-
west direction {along 5th and 6th Streets from John Ireland Blvd.),
skirting the Capitol area rather than going through it; in Minneapolis
the routing would be along University Avenue and 4th St. S.E. through
Dinkytown, St. Anthony-Main and Riverplace, entering the downtown area
via Hennepin Avenue.
LRT-3: The same routing as LRT-1, but stops along University Avenue
would be approximately one mile apart.
LRT-3S: The sameas LRT-3 except the downtown Minneaoplis portion of
the route would be in a subway tunnel
For the Southwest Corridor, the fixed guideway alternatives were defined on' the
basis of the western terminus of the guideway and the routing through
Mi nneapol i s:
Western Termini
Mi nneapol i s Routing
T.H. 101 (Minnetonka) A.
T.H. 7 (Hopkins) B.
Wooddale Avenue (St. Louis Pk.~)
CNW Railroad (through Kenwood)
Milwaukee Road/Nicollet Ave.
For example, the LRT alternative from downtown Minneapolis to Hopkins
entirely along the CNW railroad is referred to as LRT-2A. Only busway
alternatives were selected to end at Wooddale Avenue.
IMPACTS
The attached tables show several impacts for the alternatives in each
corridor.
Three major ridership impacts are considered: Total transit ridership in the
corridor, the number of automobile users who would switch to transit (auto
diversions), and ridership on guideway facilities.
The capital and annual operating and maintenance costs of the transit
improvements includes costs associated with other corridor transit services
(such as feeder buses) in addition to those associated with the facilities
themselves.
Travel time savings serves as a measure of benefits to existing transit users.
Revenues from the farebox are considered, as well as the extent to which these
revenues cover the cost of operating each alternative.
The several cost-effectiveness measures are used in the evaluation and
comparison of alternatives, as discussed below.
Accessibility measures are used to demonstrate the ability of each alternative
to permit access to regional opportunities via the transit system.
In addition, socio-cultural and physical environmental impacts were assessed,
and mitigating measures were identified for negative impacts; for example,
perceived visual intrusion of overhead wires could be minimized by involving
the public in the actual design and placement of the wires.
Economic development analysis shows that major transit improvements could
influence the location of up to 11,000 jobs and 2,000 households of those
expected within the region by the year 2000. Such improvements could make
people more likely to live and/or work in the two corridors rather than
elsewhere in the region.
EVALUATION
The impacts are analyzed in terms of effectiveness, efficiency, equity,
trade-offs and financial feasibility which are defined as follows:
Effectiveness measures the level of attainment of a given policy
goal/objective or group of goals/objectives.
Efficiency relates the level of attainment by an alternative of a
given goal/objective to the cost. In other words, it gives ah
indication of the return or productivity on a given investment.
Equity addressed the distribution of impacts among various population
groups.
Trade-off analysis addresses the differences among alternatives in
terms of costs and benefits and outlines the advantages and
disadvantages associated with each alternative.
Financial analysis presents what revenue sources would be available
for financing the capital, operating and maintenance costs of each
alternative.
The "cost-effectiveness ratios" included in the tables represent summary
Comparison measures for assessing the different alternatives. These ratios
permit the "payoff" or "return" on investment, for various measures of capital
and/or operating costs, to be determined. Such output or efficiency measures
are calculated in terms of cost per passenger, where passengers may be defined
as only auto diversions, as guideway passengers, or as overall corridor transit
passengers. These summary "output" measures provide a useful index of the
"productivity" of each alternative.
The indices are based on equivalent annual cost, a composite measure of the
capital and operating costs of an alternative, to permit comparisons between
capital-intensive alternatives (such as LRT) and labor-intensive alternatives
(such as the Null).
The first measure represents a relative index of the net direct benefits
delivered by each alternative developed by the Urban Mass Transportation
Administration. It measures these benefits both in terms of the number of new
riders diverted from their automobiles lappearing as the denomination in the
index), and for former transit riders who are provided better service
(reflected in terms of travel time savings accrued by these riders). This
measure is just one of the possible ways to compare benefits and costs.
Financial feasibility was examined from two perspectives. First, four
scenarios demonstrating the potential of various combinations of federal,
state, and local funding sources for the capital cost of the system were
developed. Second, the alternatives were discussed in terms operating cost
financing in comparison with regiobal system-wide deficits and sources of funds.
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",,ilifl[ Jl league of
minnesota cities
December 31, 1984
TO: Mayors, Managers and City Clerks
FROM: Mary Anderson, President
RE: Proposed LGA Formula
The Board of Directors and I are pleased to be able to share with
you a new local government aid formula that we feel all cities can
unite behind. This formula will be voted on at our Legislative
Conference on January 29.
We are all aware of the many shortcomings of the current local
government aid (LGA) formula. While many have agreed that change is
necessary it has been difficult in the past to get agreement on what
those changes should be. I am impressed that this formula has been
reviewed through our committee process by over 40 cities and
received overwhelming endorsement. The formula was developed by a '
LGA Technical Committee composed of representatives of many
different types of cities. They worked hard for months reviewing
stacks of computer printouts. The formula they have developed
represents much give and take by all involved,
The details of the formula are shared in other materials in this
mailing. The formula is fairly easy to understand. But some
important points need to be highlighted. The vast majority of
cities get significant increases. 87% of all cities receive
increases of 10% or more in 1986. No city will be cut--all cities
are guaranteed a 1% increase.' Only 73 of the 855 cities in
Minnesota are affected by that provision. Ail different types of
cities are represented in that group. This is a formula which can
over a reasonable period of time achieve a very important goal --
having all cities receive their aid on the same basic formula
without special provisions. We are impressed that this formula can
work towards that goal while providing so much additional revenue to
the vast majority of cities.
If the formula is adopted by the League membership, the Technical
Committee which initially developed this formula will continue to
meet to help guide its course through the legislature. They will
also be addressing longterm implementation issues such as examining
plans for getting all cities on the formula within five years. Their
expertise and knowledge is much appreciated.
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It is particularly important this year that cities work together.
As you are aware~ there is tremendous pressure to cut income taxes
and reduce the overall size of the state budget. Cities are not
high on every legislator's budget list.. We must work hard together
to inform them of our needs and the importance of the property tax
relief they provide through local government aid. The division of
the legislature by party and the momentum for major changes in the
overall tax system will make our task even more challenging. If
cities approach the Legislature united and' speak in one voice we
feel our chances for success will be greatly improved. We can focus
attention on the needs of cities rather than on the differences
between them. Working together it will be easier to get increased
appropriations that will benefit all of us.
Please share this letter and the enclosed materials with your city
councilmembers. On behalf of the board I would like to thank all of
the dedicated individuals who helped us reach this point, I look
forward to seeing many of you at the legislative conference.
I would also like to extend a special thank you to the member of the
League°s LGA Technical Committee. The members of the committee are:
Bob Thistle, City Manager, Coon Rapids; Walt Fehst, City Manager,
Robbinsdale; Duane Knutson, Mayor, Fertile; Jim Nitchals, City
Administrator, Fergus Falls; Lyle Olson, Director of Administration,
Bloomington; Henry Pappone, Councilmember, Virginia (alternate --
Mac Karpen, Executive Directors, Range Association of Municipalities
and School Districts); Lyall Schwarzkopf, City Coordinator,
Minneapolis (alternate -- Duke Addicks, Legislative Coordinator);
Sig Stene, Mayor~ Lindstrom. '~
l~J league of
minnesota
oities
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AID POLICY MAILING
LIST OF ENCLOSED MATERIALS
1. RS-I. Local Government Aid Policy Statement
2. Explanation of Proposed LGA Distribution Formula
3. Policy Framework for Formula Development
4. Explanation of Computer Runs
5. LGA Formula Printout
6. LGA Factors Printout
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DRAFT POLICY
RS-1. Local Government A~.d (A)
The League strongly supports the continuation of Local Government Aid with
an appropriation of $612 million in the 1986-87 biennium. The League further
supports adoption of the League-proposed LGA formula for distribution of LGA.
The League's propose formula would dis~tribute LGA based on a city's need
(as measured by its expenditures for basic municipal services and its
population) and its revenue-raising capacity (as measured by its equalized
assessed value per capita). The formula provides a minimum aid amount of $25
per capita for each city. Each city is guaranteed a minimum annual increase of
one percent; no city's aid may increase more than ten percent annually, and;
each city would be required to levy at least 2 equalized mills to qualify for
LGA.
Local Government Aid is an essential property tax relief program that
provides cities with an important source of revenue to finance municipal
services. Local Government Aid complements cities' other major revenue source,
the property tax. Cities vary markedly in their ability to raise revenue from
property taxes. A complementary revenue source for cities is necessary
precisely because a city's ability to raise revenue from the property tax does
not necessarily coincide with the cost of the services which that city must
provide to its citizens. The Legislature must make appropriations sufficient to
adequately fund a LGA program that distributes aid in a way which alleviates the
problems inherent in the property tax.
The Local Government Aid issue has been the subject of a great deal of
controversy in recent years. The formula proposed by the League is the product
of many hours of hard work and compromise, taking well over a year. The formula
itself and the policy underlying it have been widely publicized among cities
with many opportunities for city officials to express their interests, and has
been endorsed by a wide range of cities. We urge the Legislature to adopt the
League's LGA formula, funded at $612 million for the 1986-87 biennium, to
provide the most fair and equitable LGA distribution for cities.
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EXPLANATION OF PROPOSED LGA DISTRIBUTION FORMULA
AID = (.53 * BM]() * (SAAVPC/CAAVPC)
Minimum aid of $25 per capita or 1% over previous year's LGA, beyond
that the maximum increase is 10%. Must levy 2 mills to qualify for
state aid.
BMX = 3 YEAR AVERAGE OF BASIC MUNICIPAL EXPENDITURES
SAAVPC = STATEWIDE AVERAGE ADJUSTED ASSESSED VALUE PER CAPITA
CAAVPC = INDIVIDUAL CITY'S ADJUSTED ASSESSED VALUE PER CAPITA
BASIC RATIONALE
The proposed formula provides that local government aid (LGA) should
be distributed on the basis of need and capacity. Need is reflected
by population and expenditures for basic municipal services. Every
city should receive a basic amount of LGA per capita. Beyond that
minimum amount, aid is distributed based on need (basic municipal
expenditures) adjusted for capacity for raising funds locally
(adjusted assessed value). No cities would be cut. Cities who
currently receive more than the formula would grant them, will get a
1% increase over the previous year's aid until the others catch up.
No city can increase more than 10% per year once they reach the $25
per capita minimum. Any incentive to spend is tempered by the select
definition of basic expenditures, the three year lag in the
expenditure data, and by cutting the basic expenditure average in
half. The assessed value adjustment provides that cities with below
average assessed value per capita will get proportionately more LG~
while cities above average in assessed value will get less.
BASIC MUNICIPAL EXPENDITURE FACTOR
The definition of basic municipal expenditures is included in the LGA
Policy Framework adopted by the League Board of Directors in August
after a public hearing. Basic municipal expenditures include: public
safety,streets,sanitation (excluding garbage collection), libraries,
redevelopment, and general government and related purposes. Related
purposes includes insurance and judgements and unallocated pensions.
These represent current expenses, not capital improvements to city
property. The figures are taken from the Annual Report of the State
Auditor on Revenues, Expenditures, and Debt of Cities.
A three year rolling average of basic municipal expenditures is used
in the formula. For the 1986 LGA distribution, expenditures from
1981-83 will be used. This three year lag is necessary because the
Auditor's Office will not have completed review of the 1984 financial
reports until the fall of 1985 and 1986 LGA must be certified in
August. On average, the basic municipal expenditures equal
approximately two thirds of a city's total current expenditures and
48% of their total expenditures. When the basic expenditures are cut
in half by multiplication by .53, it means that the proposed LGA
formula only factors in about one fourth of a city's expenditures. It
is felt that limiting this factor by its definition, the three year
lag, and the calculation of the formula will effectively limit concern
about any incentive to spend more to receive additional LGAo
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ADJUSTED ASSESSED VALUE FACTOR
An individual city's adjusted assessed value per capita is compared
to the statewide average assessed value per capita ($7,134). Cities
with below average assessed value per capita get more aid, cities with
above average assessed value get less. For cities near the average
of $7,134 per capita, this factor doesn't ha~e a great deal of
influence.
$25 PER CAPITA FLOOR
This was determined to be a basic amount of LGA that each city should
receive. 130 cities (15% of the total) currently receive less than
this amount currently. The cost of raising them to this floor is
approximately $3 million. No city is allowed to be raised above the
pure formula amount by this provision.
MAXIMUM INCREASE
After achieving $25 per capita in aid, no city is allowed to gain more
than 10% per year in additional aid.
MINIMUM LEVY
In order to qualify for any local government aid,
required to levy 2 equalized mills.
cities would be
ONE PERCENT MINIMUM INCREASE
Each city would receive a minimum increase of 1% per year. This would
apply to those 73 cities whose current LGA amounts are over the
°~mount they would earn under the proposed formula.
CUTBACKS
If the Legislature does not fund our requested appropriation for LGA,
the following system would be implemented, Ail cities would still be
guaranteed $25 per capita. Beyond that all increases would be cut
back proportionately. For example, if a city now receives $100 and
would be raised to $120 under our requested appropriation. If the
Legislature provides 10% less than the League appropriation request,
this city's increase of $20 would be c6t back 10% . Their total aid
would be $118. $120 - (.10 * 20).
league of minnesota oities
POLICY FRAMEWORK FOR LGA FORMULA DEVELOPMENT
Passed by LMC Board'of Directors August 7, 1984
Synopsis
A Local Government Aid formula should be a simple expression of the
Legislature's intent. Local government aid (LGA) should be distributed
according to 1) the city's revenue raising capacity, as measured by its taxable
assessed value; and 2) the city's need, as measured by its population and/or
households and its expenditures for basic municipal services.
Statement and Rationale
Local Government Aid is an essential property tax relief program that
provides cities with an important source of revenue to finance municipal
services. Cities rely heavily on LGA. Eliminating LGA would create.extreme
property tax increases in many areas. Local government aid complements cities'
other major revenue source, the property tax. As such, LGA must be distributed
in a way which alleviates the problems inherent in reliance on the property tax
as the major revenue source cities control. Cities vary markedly in their
ability to raise money from property taxes. There are also wide variations
among cities in their citizens' need for services and the costs of providing
those services. A complementary revenue source for cities is necessary
precisely because a city's ability to raise revenue from the property tax does
not necessarily coincide with the cost of the services which that city must
provide to its citizens. An LGA formula must reflect both the individual city's
need and its local revenue raising capacity.
A city's capacity to raise revenues from the property tax is easily
measured by the city's equalized assessed value. (For metro-area cities, the
assessed value after fiscal disparities distributions is the appropriate
figure.) An acceptable aid formula should provide proportionally more aid to
cities with less taxable assessed value, other things being equal.
Need is more difficult to define and to measure. There is no single data
item which measures need equitably; rather we much rely on a combination of
factors to approximate need.
Need is clearly related to some extent to the city's number of inhabitants.
Cities provide services to people. Because some services relate more closely to
households than to individuals, the formula should reflect both the population
and the number of households. Every city should receive a basic LGA
distribution based on its population and/or number of households.
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Local Government Aid Policy
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However, neither population nor the number of households completely
reflects need. Cities with similar populations and numbers of households may
be faced with quite different service needs. (Factors such as age,
construction and density of buildings, crime rates, elderly population, school
age population, climate, geographic size, population density, poverty levels,
crime rates, seasonal or daily influx of people, need to construct or replace
capital facilities, and a myriad of other factors may cause similar sized
cities' needs to differ.) Clearly, a formula cannot attempt to incorporate
measures of all of these factors; the result would necessarily be complicated
and to'some extent arbitrary.
Rather, the formula should rely on the judgment made by the persons in
the best position to evaluate a city's need: that city's council. The local
city council's judgment as to the expenditures required in order to provide
the type and level of service needed by its citizens should be reflected in
the formula. The formula should reflect all expenditures for basic municipal
services. "Basic municipal services" include public safety, streets,
sanitation, libraries, redevelopment, and general government and related
purposes. This definition is intended as a limit, to assure that a city will
not receive additional local government aid as a result of its discretionary
spending on non-essential services. So far as possible, the formula should
not be affected by the city's choice among tax levies, special assessments, or
-user fees to finance basic municipal services.
To attempt to measure need by the tax levy, or by past LGA, or by a
combination of those factors is not acceptable. The past LGA distribution is
the result of several formula changes.accompanied by grandfather provisions,
minimum increase guarantees, etc. The resulting distribution pattern is at
least somewhat arbitrary. And to focus on past aids and levies or levy limits
ignores the other revenues which cities' citizens contribute so that the city
can meet their service needs.
A formula developed in accordance with this policy would likely result in
a substantially different distribution of funds. The transition must be
handled in an orderly fashion, avoiding drastic Year-to-year increases'~r
decreases in aid. Increases and decreases should be phased in, to avoid the
need for sudden "shock" property tax increases on one hand, and the temptation
to view increased aid as a windfall on the other.
EXPLANATION OF COMPUTER RUNS
The computer runs included in'this mailing were prepared by League staff using dar
supplied by the Department of Revenue and the State Auditor's Office.
Run 1 - Technical Committee LGA Formula (printed on y~ll.ow...pap~r) This run provides
estimates of what each city would receive in LGA under the new formula, Cities are
listed in alphabetical order. The columns are described below:
1985 LGA - This is the amount each city will receive in 1985 under the current
formula.
1986 LGA with caps - This is an estimate of what each city would receive in 1986
under the new formula. It takes into account all of the maximums and minimums of
the proposed formula. Actual amounts in 1986 would be somewhat different as 1984
assessed va~ue data not currently available would be used. However this printout
will give you a fairly good idea of how your city and others will fare,
Change from 85 - This shows the percent increase from 1985 to 1986.
Formula Provision - This column indicates what formula provision would apply in 1986
to that city, They are abbreviated as follows:
FORM - on pure formula
MX10 - gets maximum increase of 10%
MNI% - gets minimum increase of 1%
PCAP - gets aid under $25 per capita provision
MXPC - $25 per capita is over pure formula amount so gets
full formula amount (same as FORM)
Pure Formula No Caps - What a city would receive under the basic formula without any
maximums or minimums.
Run 2 - Factors used in Technical Committee LGA Formula
Population 83 or 84 - Same population figures being used by the Dept. of Revenue for
calculation of 1985 LGA. 83 estimates for non-metro cities, 84 estimates for metro
cities,
83 Adjusted Assessed Value - 83 pay 84 assessed value adjusted by sales ratio, This
is calculated by the Dept. of Revenue. The sales ratio adjustment puts all cities
at 100% of market value for assessment purposes so that no city gets more or less
aid depending upon their assessment practices. This is the same assessed value
figure used in calculating 85 LGA.
83 AAV per Cap - 83 Adjusted assessed value divided by population.
Basic Expend. Average 81-83 - Three year average of expenditures for basic municipal
expenditures as defined by the LGA Policy Framework. Data is from the annual
financial reports submitted to the State Auditor for the years 81,82, and 83. For
the 15-20 cities who did not report in all of those years, a one or two year average
is used for illustrative purposes.
1985 LGA - What the city will receive in 1985 under the current formula.
$25 per capita - Population times $25
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Executive Vice. President: Chic Remlen
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Minnetonka Mist
January 16th -- 11:30 Social, 12:00 Lunch
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OFFICERS
President: Steve Wood
President-E!ect: Diane Theis
Tte;,surer: Donna (Duig:e¥
Secretary: Roger Finnes
DIRECTORS:
Past-Pres,: Ted Koenecke
John Burger
Helen Daum
Pat Meiset
Carol Pitsch
Dan Regan
Dave Sirnonson
George Stevens
Featuring:
· 1985 Goals and Projections
· 1984 Annual Report
and
"State of the Cities Forum"
from our member cities will tell us what is new and answer questions from the floor.
questions! Please make your reservations by noon, Tuesday, Jan. 15th!
Attention All Members: This is
our Membership Drive month! You can help to
make it a huge success by making sure that
you attend this meeting with a potential new
member as your guest. Every prospective new
member will be a guest of the Chamber for
lunch. If you would like the name of a non.
member to invite, please call Chic right away
(472-6780), 471-7297). This is a great chance
to network! Let's make 'this our best meeting
ever. If you only make one.meeting a year,
this should be it!
THIS IS MEMBERSHIP MONTH -- SO
TALK IT UP!! Please call the office if you have
any questions on your billings. Dues deadline
is Feb. 28 for inclusion in the 1985 Direc.
tory. Let us know if that places a burden on
you so that we can make other arrangements.
Publication date for the Directory is March 31.
We are again committed to distributing 7.500
copies but would love to increase the number.
Increased distribution will depend on in-
creased advertisingH Ad prices start at just
$25.00 -- a real bargain! Ad copy must be sub-
mitted ready for printing to SOS by Feb. 28.
(.SOS will help you prepare your ad if neces-
sary.) Let's set a goal of 10,000 distribu-
tion through increased advertising!l
The December General Membership Meet-
ing was a smash. Special thanks to the
Grandview Gals and their director, Jane Brain-
bilta, and Grandview Assistant Principal Pam
Myers. Thanks also to those who sponsored the
Gals for lunch, brought donations, and to Con-
tel for providing the Gals' corsages. This
meeting proved that reservations are a must if
you want to be assured of seating, because we
ran out of room and were forced to turn away
some who were without reservations. Not a
happy thing to have to do. A',so, please make
special note of each meeting's location. \Ye do
move around -- right C.P.? Jan. is at the Mist!
COUNCIL REPORTS
GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS: The December
meeting was used for discussion within the
group about its direction and goals, and it was
decided to continue with the emphasis on be-
coming more informed on major issues
through outside speakers and member presen-
tations. The topic schedule through March was
set. Topics and responsible members are:
Jan. - Taxation - Rep. John Burger, Speaker:
Pat Westoff, Minnesota Taxpayers Association,
Director of Research.
Feb. - Hazardous Waste- Dave Anderson, NSP.
Mar. - Education · Senator Gen Olson.
Dan Regan, C.P.A., was unanimously named to
continue through 1985 as the chair Of this
Council. The group also thanked Paul Norris,
Advanced Machine, for his excellent, thought-
ful presentation on the Worker's Comp. ques-
tion in Minnesota.
RETAIL: Mound . elected officers for 1985
-Bill Holm, LakedPioneer, Chair; Dave Klein,
Video One, Vice-Chair; Helen Halvorson, Rus-
tique, Secretary/Treasurer. Preparations are
underway for a Mid-February Crazy Daze/
Presidents' Day consolidated clearance sale at
the Legion. Call Rick Anderson, Laker/Pioneer
(472-1145,472-1140), for more information.
Spring Park - launched its first promotion in
Dec. Did you participate? Please come to their
meeting on Jan. 16. The people spearheading
this group are Sandy Bothern, McDonald's,
471-7069; Clara Paz, Dueber's V&S Store,
471-7944; Gus Knott, Town & Country Foods,
471-0159.
Joint Retail Planning Group - had its first
meeting in Dec. The group consists of Lynette
McCullough, Lynette's; Gus Knott; Dave Klein;
Sandy Bothern; John Royer, Ben Franklin;
Clara Paz; and Chic Remien. They are in the
early stae~es of a ~o!nt prcmotion for the mon.'.h
or April. Watch the FeD. newsletter For more in.
formation.
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CALENDAR
Governmental Affairs, Lafayette Club, 7:30 a.m.
Joint Retail planning Group, McDonald's, 8:00 a.m.
Board of Directors, 7:00 a.m., Twin Birch. Note date change!
Dedication of the State Historical Marker for Lake
Minnetonka, presented by the Westonka Historical Society and
the Visual and Performing Arts Council of Westonka, Mound
Depot, 2-4 p.m. this is a real accomplishment on the part of our
Historical Society, and we urge you to attend the festivities!
Mound Retail Counc,.'l, Community Se~ices Bldg., 7:30 a.m.
Note date change - this month only!
Spring Park Retail Council, McDonald's, 8:00 a.m.
General Membership Meeting, Minnetonka Mist, 11:30 social,
12:00 lunch. Remember to bring a guest and make reservations
by noon, Tues., Jan. 15, 472-6780. Let's have a super turnout to
start out our most promising year ever!
Mound Retail Council.
Governmental Affairs Council.
No General Membership Meeting! See you at the Ball!
3rd Annual Mid-Winter Ball,
Deadline for entry in the 1985 .Directory and for advertising.
WF NEED TO SAY SOME SPECIAL
THANK-YOUS TO:
Twin Birch · the ever gracious hosts for our
monthly Directors' meetings.
Meisel Hardware . for donating the artwork
and set-up for our new brochure, "Chamber
Membership! What's in It for Me?"
Tonk. A-Phone - for providing us with our
1985 Membership stickers.
SOS Printing - for gracefully putting up with
all the Chic'n's last minute requests and crazy
ideas·
Donna Quigley, State Bank of Mound - for
being the best, most devoted treasurer any
organization ever had.
Westonka Community Services Director
· ' and Staff- for providing a sense of humor and
stability when your Exec. occasionally loses it!
These people and many more really give mean-
- lng to the spirit of "Working Together!" Thank
you! Thank you! Thank you!
Congratulations to our 1984
Christmas Decorating Winners!
First place was a tie between Longpre's
Clothing and the V&S Jewelers/Lansing Hair
Design building. Honorable Mention went to:
D'Vinci's Pizza and Deli and the House of Moy.
Thanks to judges Paul Pond, Pat Melsel and
Ted Koenecke.
Working Together Working Together Working Together Working Together Working Together
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Attn: Son Ed. am
DATE: January 4, 1985
TO: Jon Elam
FROM: Joel Krumm
As of January 7, 1985, Barb Lang , a full time clerk, will nd longer
be with the Mound liquor store. She left on good terms and is pursuing
employment elsewhere. In the interim period [ will be able to fill
her position by using part time employees. This should work satis-
factorily until either Julie or I take our vacations since none
of the part time employees are able to work the day time shift. There-
fore ! would like to hire a part time night clerk to work approximately
3 days a week or roughly 24 - 30 hours per week. I intend on giving
this individual complete authority to operate the business when I or
my assistant manager are not present. I believe that someone from Mound
would be an ideal and wise choice. I will place an ad in our community
paper upon your approval, as soon as possible.
Since this person will have a wider range of responsibilities than the
other part time employees, I would like to start he or she out at $5.50
an hour. After a six month probationary period I would issue this person
a .50¢ raj'se, making it an even $6.00 an hour. Thereafter increases
would be in accordance with annual City raises.
Our loss is actually the City's gain. By replacing a full time employee
with a part time employee the Liquor Store will be saving the City. between
$7.,400 to $9,000 in salary. Plus an additional $2,000 in benefit costs.
THE EVENSEN DODGE REPORT
Trends In Public Finance
3608 IDS Tower, Minneapolis, MN
Market Trends
Interest Rates
Continue To Fall
Tax°Exempts Lag
In a continuation of the rally
which began in the summer, the
credit markets have seen interest
rates fall almost steadily since
Labor Day. The following are
examples of the decline in rates.
As of mid-December:
[] The federal funds rate, the rate
at which banks lend reserves to
each other overnight, has fallen
from the 11.5% range to about
8%;
· In a series of actions, major
banks have lowered their prime
rates from 13% to as low as
lO'A%;
[] The Federal Reserve Bank has
lowered the discount rate, the
rate it charges on loans to
member institutions, from 9%
to 8.5%; and
[] Yields on long-term treasury
bonds have declined from
12.6% to about 11.4%.
During this period the Federal
Reserve Board has moved aggres-
sively to ease credit restraints,
paving the way for lower rates.
The Fed is responding to a pro-
nounced slowdown in the econ-
omy which grew at only a 1.9%
rate in the third quarter after
8.6% growth in the first half of the
year. Money supply growth has
been virtually flat with M1 near
the bottom of the Fed's target
range. Inflation also remains well
under control, giving the Fed
greater freedom to loosen mone-
tary restraints. (Continued on back)
Winter, 1985 * 612/338-3535
Book Entry Update
The Municipal Securities Rulemaking
Board, the indusfry body that oversees
the municipal bond market, has decreed
that as of February 1, 1985, many munici-
pal bond trades must be settled by book
entry. What this means is that if the
Purchaser of a municipal issue, a depos-
itory member, determines at the time of
purchase that the bond issue should be
made depository eligible, then investors
in that security who are also depository
members must accept book entry delivery
of their bonds. Physical certificates will
no longer change hands; the transfer of
securities will simply be recorded by
computer on the books of the depositbry.
However, investors who are non-depos-
itory members may still receive physical
securities. These bonds will be trans-
ferred out of the depository in physical
form, placed upon the books of the
registrar/transfer agent, and circulated
to the non-depository investor as certifi-
cates.
Though the implication of this new
ruling for issuers is not broad, there are a
few potential changes which should be
noted. The book ent'ry system reduces the
number of interest checks that need to be
issued by the registrar/transfer agent.
The securities are registered in the
nominee names of the depositories which
represent over 2,500 broker/dealers and
banks. This allows the registrar to issue
only one check for each depository.
The i'nitial certification is usually more
expensive since the depository usually
requests the initial delivery of certificates
in small denominations ($5,000) to facili-
tate efficient transfer out of the depos-
itory should a non-member request certifi-
cates.
Municipal issuers who wish to make
upcoming bond issues depository eligible
will need to:
[] Select a registrar who complies with
the transfer agent performance stan-
dards embodied in the SEC's "turn-
around" rules. These require any
transfer agent to complete 90% of all
"routine" transfers within 72 hours
of receipt.
800/328-8200 800/328-8100MN
[] Select a bond printer who cooperates
with the transfer agent on the print-
ing and overprinting of certificates in
the standard form of the American
National Standards Institute.
[] Obtain a CUSIP number from the
CUSIP Service Bureau which the
bond printer and/or transfer agent
must then print on the certificates.
[] Pay bond interest and principal
amounts to the securities depository
in next-day funds on the payable
date.
The registrar must agree to pro'vide the
certificate demoninations requested by
the securities depository.
Variable Rate Financing
"The Rise and Fall
of Interest Rates"
The use of variable rate financings for
tax exempt issuers pl-oliferated in 1984
and is continuing to grow in popularity.
Commonly referred to as "lower
floaters" or "demand notes," these trans-
actions can be structured in many varia-
tions. The most common features are an
interest rate which changes every seven
dab, s to reflect current market conditions
and the bondholder's right to "put" (sell)
his bond at par at any time with seven
days' notice.
:fhe benefit to the issuer is that bonds
are priced to a seven-day yield even
though the issuer may intend to keep the
bonds outstanding for 20 or 30 years. As
of mid-December, AA. rated seven-day
variable rate financings were yielding
approximately 16.5% while the Bond Buy-
efts Index was approximately 10% for
20-year general obligation bonds and
approximately 10.5% for 30-year revenue
bonds.
The benefit in lower interest rates is
partially offset by higher transaction
costs. These financings are extremely
complicated and result in higher up-front
legal and consulting fees. In addition, the
issuer is required to retain a remarketing
agent to sell any bonds which are "put"
by the investors and to obtain a letter of
credit from a bank to guarantee that the
(Coalillttcd on back)
;lEvensenDod~e, lnc.,formerlvTG Evensen&Associates, lnc. was founded in 1922 as the nation's first independent financial consultant to
state, regional'and local govei:nments. The firm assists its clients in planning, structuring and marketing cash flow, capital improvement and
[other lone-term financing. Evensen Dodge also prepares feasibility studies, performs rate analyses, and prmides computer services, software,
and a variety of additional financial services.
December 21,1984 BOND BUYERS INDEX
1982-84 MARKET HISTORY Prepared by Ex'enscn Dodge. Inc.
15.0%
14.0%
13.0%
12.0%
11.0%
10.0%
9.0%
8.0%
20 Year G.O. Index 12/28
This \Veck -- 9.91Q
Last Week -- 9.03%
1 Year Treasurx Bills 12/26
This Week -- ~.90%
Oct Dec Feb Apr Jun Aug Oct Dec Feb Apr Jun Aug Oct Dec
RECENT BOND SALES
Amount BBI N1R
Date Issuer (O00's) Purpose Maturity % Rating %
1 I-I North Dakota State
Board of Education $ 3,750 Ed. Fac. Revenue 86/00 10.11 Al 9.9.4
ll-I' Oshkosh, WI 4,000 Sewer 89/04 10. Il Al 10.96
I1-1 San .Jose Red. Agcy. CA 50,000 TIF 85/99,11 10.11 NR 10.26
11-1 Dallas County Utility and
Rec. District. TX 20,750 Improvements 87/04.10 10.11 Baal/BBB 10.37
Wisconsin HEDA 41,110 Housing 86/04,09,16 10.11 Aa/AA- 10.26(I)(2}
Wichita Falls I.S.D..TX 21,750 School 87/97 10. Il Aaa/AAA 8.97
Burnsville, MN 6,000 Improvements 86/04 10.11 A 9.63
11-5 Milwaukee, WI 10,000 HouSing 85/04. 10. Il Aa/AA+ 9.58
11-7 South Dakota HDA 75,002 Housing 86/98,1M,06 10.11 Aa/AA- 10.32(1)(2)
I 1-8 Port Authority of New York
and New Jersey 100.000 Fac. Revenue 14 10.17 Al/A+ 9.09(2)
I1-12 Evanston, IL 3,300 Water Revenue 86/03 10.17 Aa 9.95
11-13 Chicago Sch. Fin.
Auth., IL 114,500 School 86/04.09 lO, t7 Aaa I0.37(1)(3)
11-13 Wichita. KS 14.030 Improvements 85/04 10.17 Aa/AA 9.30
I 1-13 Minneapolis SSD/;1, MN 5.800 School 87/96 10.17 Aaa/AA 8.44
11-13 East Grand Forks
I.S.D. -~595. MN 495 School 87/96 10.17 NR 9.28
11-13 Princeton I.S.D. #477, MN 3,795 School 87/99 10.17 Baal 9.59
11-14 North CentraISch. Dist.
/;28, ND 4.70 School 85/99 10.17 NR 9.76
11-14 Duluth. MN 1,765 Improvements 86/00 10.17 A 9.69
11-14 Hankinson, ND 625 Improvements 8.5/00 10.17 Baa 9.58
! 1-14 State of Ohio 50,000 Mental Hlth Fac. Rev. 85/89 10.17 A/A 9.52
11-15 Portland, ME 5,350 Improvements 8.5/04 10.31 Aa I/AA 9.05(3)
I 1-15 Summit Sch. Dist. No.
RE-I, CO 10.530 School 87/99 10.31 A 9.80(3)
11-19 Mexa Un. Sch. Dist.
No. 4. AZ 20,000 School 87/92 10.31 Al/A+ 8.69
11-19 Mason City Community
School District, lA 1,200 RAN 6-85 10.31 NR 6.02
I 1-19 Mahnomen I.S.D. ~:432, MN 3.995 RAN 87 10.31 NR 8.47
I 1-19 Rockwell City, IA 415 Improvements 86/96 10.31 NR 8.99
11-19 Silver Lake'l.S.D., MN 1,400 School 87/01 10.31 Baal 9.88
11-20 Lincoln Count)'. MN 1.440 Drainage 86/06 10.31 Baal 9.90
I ~-20 Columbus. GA 20,000 \Valer, Sewer Rev. 86/99.04,10 10.31 A/A 10.32
I 1-20 Ne~,' Haven. CT 11.200 Improvements 85/99 10.31 A/A 9.05
11-27 State of Connecticut 100.000 Various 85/04 10.24 Aa/AA 8.82
11-27 State of New Mexico 16.300 Sev. Tax Rev. 85/94 10.24 Aaa 8.17
11-27 Monroe Co. Dev.
Auth.. GA 40.000 Poi. Cont. Rev. 14 10.24 NR 11.86(1)
11-27 Sail Lake City Sub. Sanitary
Dist. No. I. UT 37.400 Sev, cr 85/04 10.2,1 A 9.07
11-27 I-lalstad I.S.D. t~524. MN 195 School 86/93 10.24 NR 8.72
I 1-27 ,Muskcgo, WI 2.300 Improvements 89/94 10.24 Baal 9.53
11-27 Champlin. MN 3,315 Improvcmcms 87/01 10.24 Baal 9.67
27 Momicdlo-Big Lake
Itospital District. MN 4.250 ltllh Care Fac. Rev. 87/06 10.24 AAA 9.960)
Marshall Co.. MN 765 Drainage 87/01 10.24 A 9.40
1-29 Sa, lc of Delaware 50.000 \'urious 85/04 10.24 Aa/AA 8.6911)
12-1~; th.'nncpin Ct.',.. MN 134.5(10 Solid Waste 12-87 10.00 Aaa/gPl+ 7.34
~I) TIC (21 Negotiated (3) Insured
Market Trends (continued from front)
While these general bond market condi-
tions have produced the rate declines
cited above, forces peculiar to the munici-
pal market have prevented it from joining
in the rally. The 20-Bond General Obliga-
tion Bond Buyer's Index (BBI) was 10.18
on September 6; on December 13, it \\'as
10.00. During the period it has moved
within a narrow 41 basis-point range. The
primary cause of the BBI's failure to fall
~n response to generally favorable market
conditions has been the heavy supply in
the tax-exempt market. September muni-
cipal bond volume totalled $8.39 billion,
a record for that month, and October's
volume was $ I 1.06 billion, a one-month
record. This was the first time that more
than $10 billion in municipal debt has
been issued in one month.
One other possible explanation for the
poorer performance of municipal bonds
is apprehension about the effects of tax
reform, especially the various flat-tax
measures now being proposed. Low tax
rates would reduce the attraction of muni-
cipal bonds' tax-exempt feature and thus
lower their value.
Variable Rate (Continued from fronO
bonds which are "put" will be purchased
even if the remarketing agent cannot find
another buyer.
Variable rate financings are not suited
to all types of issues. The issuer must
either have a floating revenue source or
be able to insure or hedge against rising
short-term interest rates. Despite the com-
plexity of the transaction and the risks
involved, a properly structured variable
rate financing can be a useful tool for
certain issuers of tax exempt bonds.
Experience
In Variable Rate
Financings
Evensen Dodge served as financial
advisor on four variable rate financ-
ings in 1984. The issues totaled in
excess of $225 million and provided
funds for the acquisition of loans in
the areas of housing, health care and
higher education. One of the issues
was structured with a surety to hedge
against very high short term interest
rates. Another transaction was struc-
tured to allow for fixed rate loans. In
this instance, the surety benefits from
short term interest rates below a pre-
determined fixed rate pays the differ-
ence when short term rates are above
the fixed rate.
P/ease distribute additional copies to members of )'our board or council.
eet ngs
Suite 300, Metro Square Building, St. Paul, Minnesota 5'5] O1 · 612 291-6359
January 11, 1985
WEEK OF JAN. 14 - JAN 18
NOTE: This publication contains a one-week list of meetings and agenda items
for the Metropolitan Council, its standing committees and advisory committees,
as well as similar information for the Regional Transit Board. It is mailed
every Friday to a contact person in the region's local governments and to the
Twin Cities media. The information is current as of the date of publication.
However, meetings and agendas occasionally must be changed. For this reason,
local government offleials planning to a~tend meetings should verify the
information in advance. Call 291-6464 to do so. Media should continue to call
Ken Reddick, 291-6422, or Lynna Williams, 291-6511, for more information.
Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission - Monday, January 14, 4 p.m.,
Council Chambers. The commfssion will review a development grant amendment
request for Bunker Hills Regional Park in Anoka County. It will be briefed on
plans for Boom Island development, Minneapolis. '
Metrqpolitan Systems Committee - Monday, January 14, 4 p.m., Conference Room E.
The committee will discuss a Metropolitan Waste Control Commission (MWCC)
1984 capital budget amendment, a MWCC request for 1984-1988 development
program amendments'and the MWCC's Kellogg Corporation contract. The committee
is expected to select a speedskating rink site and program.
Transportation Advisory Board - Wednesday, January 16,-2 p.m., Council Chambers.
The board will review the final report of the TAB Highway Jurisdiction Task
Force. Committee reports include those of the Technical Advisory Committee~
the FAU committee and the policy plan committee.
Regional Subcabinet - Wednesday, January 16, 2:30 p.m., Council Chambers. The
subcabinet will discuss a metropolitan significance study, it will review
regional parks operation and maintenance funding and Regional Transit Board
legislative proposals. It will also hear updates from the State Planning Agency
issue teams.
'Management Committee - Thursday, January 17, 3 p.m., Council Chambers. The
committee is expected to act on approval of collateral for investments, the
1985 staff compensation plan, the amendment to the cost agreement for the
Ramsey/Washington Waste-to-Energy project, a contract authorization request
for Environmental Research and Technology, Inc., a contract initiation and
authorization request for a health care expenditure survey, a contract
authorization request and 1985 budget amendment and an agreement with Mn/DOT
for distribution of Federal Highway Administration planning funds.
Metropolitan River Corridors Study Committe~ - Thursday, January 17, 3 p.m.,
Conference Room E.
Metropolitan Council Committee of the Whole Co-Compostin~ Workshop - Thursday~
January 17, 4 p.m., Council Chambers. The workshop will include a slide
presentation by Sandra Gardebring and Dottie Rietow of co-compost facilities
tour in Denmark and Sweden, a s,~mmary of the role identified for co-composting
in the Council's Draft Solid Waste Policy Plan and a presentation by Eliot
Epstein, president of E & A Environmental Consultants, Inc., on a development
process for commercial scale oo-composting facilities.
Administration and Finance Committee of the Regional Transit Board - Thursday,
January 17, 5 p.m., RTB Board Room. The committee will discuss the operating
budget.
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REVIEW
A Metropolitan Council Bulletin for Community Leaders
For more information on items in this publication, call the' Communications Department at 291-6464.
Jan. 11, 1985
RECENT COUNCIL ACTIONS (Dec. 31-Jan. 11)
Health--The Metropolitan Council gave the go-ahead to,
two new hospital helicopter services for the Twin Cities Area.
The services will be operated by North Memorial Medical
Center and by a consortium made up of Abbott Northwestern
Hospital, St. Paul Ramsay Medical Center and the University
of Minnesota hospitals and clinics.
The hospitals agreed to several conditions, including con-
tracting with licensed air carriers and providing backup service
for each other. The helicopters will primarily transfer critically
ill patients from hospitals in outlying areas to any Twin Cities
Area hospital at the request of an outlying area physic/ah, fha
recommendation now goes to the State Health Planning and
Development Agency.
Housing--The Council approved strategies for helping the
Twin Cities Area provide affordable housing for all its citizens.
The strategies are contained in the revised housing chapter of
the Council's Metropolitan Development Gu/de, its plan for
guided development of the region.
The chapter focuses on several housing issues:
- The region's need for special housing, such as for people
with disabilities and households headed by women;
- The need for life-cycle housing, or housing for the differ-
ent phases of people's lives; and
-- Government roles and responsibilities in creating
affordable housing.
The chapter also deals with issues of housing costs, main-
tanance and rehabilitation, location and energy efficiencY.
The chapter also includes a "community index," which
compares each community's housing mix with that of the
region as a whole. It's intended to point out the need for more
affordable housing where it doesn't now exist. The index will
be used as a planning tool to encourage communities to
diversify their housing stock.
In another housing action, the Council said a housing
revenue bond plan submitted by Cottage Grove is consistent
with regional housing guidelines. The city proposes to issue
$7,R million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to finance the
development of the Oakwood Heights apartments and $3
million for the development of the East Grove Estates II
apartments. The Council suggested the city ensure that for the
first 10 years at least 20 percent of the units are occupied by
households with Iow and moderate incomes.
Long-Term Care.--Tl~e Council adopted a comprehensive
report on the development of the region's system of long-term
care. Long-term care refers to a broad array of services
provided to persons who are disabled or chronically ill over an
extended period of time. The report pulls together informa-
tion from the fields of health, housing and aging. Its proposals
include better use of existing resources in the three areas,
better assessment of individual needs and bet/er coordination
-of services on a case-by-ca~e basis.
Aging-The Council adopted policies and recommendations
on the designation of "community focal points" for older
people in the Twin Cities Area. Focal points are generally com-
munity and senior centers that provide and coordinate a wide
variety of services and information for older people.
The Council said designation of a focal point depends on
such things as its location; accessibility and openness to all
groups of older people; and access to certain "core services,"
such as information and referral, outreach, transportation and
group dining. To date, the Council has designated 50 focal
points as part of its county-by-county service delivery studies.
Ski Jump--The Council authorized a contract with Arvid
Elness, BRW, James B. McComb and NCI of Minnesota to act
as a consultant in a Council study of the feasibility of a 70-
meter, internationa!<jrade ski jump. The contract foF an
initial phase of the Minnesota Hoimenkollen Ski Jump
proposal is $10,000, and is contingent on funding from the
Minnesota Department of Tourism and the Minneapolis Ski
Club. The eventual contract, including funding from the
Minnesota Department of Energy and Economic Development,
is not to exceed $50,000.
Lake Restoration--The Council agreed to assist Roseville
with the Lake McCarrons restoration project. The Council will
monitor the water Quality of the lake and surface water runoff
entering it in a three-year project to cost from $25,000 to
$35,000. The city will reimburse the Council for laboratory
costs. The Council wants to determine the effectiveness of the
proposed detention pond and wetland system in treating
runoff. The data will be useful to watershed management
organizations in the region.
Transportation--The Council approved construction of an
interchange between Hwy. 6 and Interstate Hwy. 484 in
Plymouth, including construction of a four-lane bridge over
1-494. The recommendation now goes to the Minnesota
Department of Transportation for final design approval.
Metropolitan Significance-Chair Sandra Gardebring last
month denied Minnetonka's request for a "metropolitan sig- .
nificence" hearing. (Metropolitan significance refers to reviews
the Council may conduct of actions affecting metropolitan
systems or local land use.) Minnetonka asked the Council to
review delay of the reconstruction of the Hwy. 101 bridge
over the Burlington Northern tracks in Wayzata. The chair
determined that the issue did not meet standards to begin
a metropolitan significance review.
NEW APPOINTMENTS
The Council made the following appointments to the Met-
ropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission: Jerome Aretz,
Dist. G, former Carver County commissioner; and Karen
Ferguson, Dist. H, elementary school principal in South
St. Paul School District. Reappointed were Doug Bryant,
Dist. E, parks and recreation director for Maple Grove; and
Bill Barbeau, Dist. F, former chair ,of the Hennepin County
Park Reserve District.
Appointed to the Metropolitan Waste Corm. pi Commission
were JoEIlen Hurr, Dist. G, Medina planning and zoning
administrator; and Paul McCarron, Dist. E, Anoka County
commissioner. Reappointed were Mark Mahon, Dist. F, ware*
houseman at International Harvester Co.; and Bruce Baumann,
Dist. H, civil engineer at Rexnord Chemical Products,
The Council made the following appointments to its
Advisory Committee on Aging: Arnold Lindcluist, St. Paul;
Et-la Furlow, St. Paul; Dwight Larson, Minneapolis; Todd
Monson, Minneapolis; Mary Jane Partyka, Minneapolis;
Elizabeth Ebbott, White Bear Lake; Nancy Dagg, Anoka;
Dolores Hastings, Brooklyn Center; Grace Nelson, Edina;
Lois DeSantis, Richfield: Marvel Heath, Chaska; William
Meyer, Inver Grove HeightS; and Lyla Stacy, Inver Grove
Heights.
PUBLIC HEARINGS, PUBLIC MEETINGS
-- K.eeoing Sewage Out of the Mississippi: It'~ Everybocty's
Problem..
-Transportation: How Can We Serve the Suburbs?
-- Legislating Basic Health Benefits: Cost rs. Consumer
Protection.
Registration begins at 3:20 p.m. and ":he dinner at 6:30
0.rn. The event including dinner co~s S13. Aovance registra.
sion is required by Jan. 23. For more information, call the
Communications DeparTment at 291-6464.
Transit--The Regional Transit Board (RTB) will hold a
public hearing on its proposed ~985 budget on Jan. 21, at
4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. For a free copy, call the
RTB office at 292-6799.
Transit-The Regional Transit Board and the Metropolitan
Council will hold a joint public meeting on proposed transit
improvements, including light rail transit (LRT) in the Twin
Cities Area, Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. in the Council
Chambers.
Corridors under consideration are from downtown Minne-
apolis: 1) southwest to Minnetonka; 2) east to downtown
St. Paul; and 3) south along Hiawatha Ay. to Bloomington.
After a staff presentation, the public will be asked to comment
on what transit improvements are needed and whether LRT or
exl3anded bus service would best meet the needs.
Free summaries of the proposed improvements are avail-
able by calling the Communications Depar13'nent at 291-6464.
One summary covers the Southwest/U niverstiy Av. corridor
{no. 26-65-006A); the other, the Hiawatha Ay. corridor
(no. 26-85-006B). Limited copies are available of the complete
dra~ environmental impact statement (no. 26-85-006).
I If you wish to speak at the meeting, call Lucy Thompson,
Planning Assistance, at 291-6521. For further information,
call Steve Wilson, Transportation, at 291-6344.
Citizen Participation--The Council will hold two public
. meetings on a plan to expand citizen participation in Council
activities. The plan seeks to strengthen Council relationships
with local governments, minorities, women, people with
disabilities and people with Iow incomes. The first meeting will
be at 1:30 p.m., Jan. 24, in the Council offices. The second
will be at 7:30 p.m., Jan. 29, at Burnsville Senior High School,
600 E. Hwy. 13, Burn. sville. For a free copy of the citizen
participation plan, no. 07-64-171, call the Communications
Department at 291-6464. If you have questions about the plan,
call Lucy Thompson.at 291-6521.
Solid Waste-The Council will hold a public hearing on a .n
proposed new Solid Waste Management Development Guide/
Policy Plan on Jan. 28 beginning at 1:30 p.m. and resuming
at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The plan calls for a
dramatic reduction in use of landfills and an increase in
recycling techniques.
For a free copy of the document, no. 12-64-160, call the
Communications Department at 291 ~464. To speak at ~he
hearing, call Lucy Thompson at 291-6521. If you have any
questions, or wish to submit written comments, contact Paul
Smith, environmental planner, at 291-6408.
STATE OF REGION'EVENT INCLUDES
LOCAL AND NATIONAL EXPERTS
Locai ~nd national experts will help the Metropolitan
Council focus on regional issues at the Council's annual State
of the Region event. It will be held Jan. 30 at the Hilton Inn,
1330 Industrial Blvd., Minneapolis'. The event will feature a
dinner address on the state of the region by Council Chair
Sandra Gardebring.
A "Regional Citizen of the Year" will also be named.
Four concurrent panel discussions on major issues will
begin at 4 p.m. Each will include a moderator, a presenter
and two reac~ing panelists. The topic= are:
-- Marketing Solid Waste Abatement: How Do We Get Two
Million People Involved?
WORKSHOP ON PUBLIC-PRIVATE
PARTNERSHIPS SET FOR JANUARY 22
What are the fundamentals of financing public-private
· partnerships between developers and local governments? The
'Metropolitan Council will hold a workshop January 22 for
government staffs, elected officials and members of economic
development and planning commissions to help answer that
question. The workshop will take place in the Nicollet Island I
inn, 95 Merriam St., Nicollet Island. Minneapolis.
The workshop will cover the need for public sector involve-=
merit in economic development, a review of financing funda-
mentals, discussion of how to evaluate developer requests for
assistance, evaluation of case studies of development proposals
and negotiat!ng "rules of thumb."
The cost is $25 including luncheon and materials. Space is'
limited so early registration is suggested. To register, 'call Irene
Massman, Planning Assistance Department, at 291-6415.
COMING MEETINGS OF THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
AND REGIONAL TRANSIT BOARD (Jan. 21-31)
(Meetings are ~enta¢ive. To verify, call 291~464.)
Metropolitan Systems Committee, Monday, Jan. 21,
4 p.m., Conference Room E.
Aggregate Resources Advisory Committee, Tuesday,
Jan. 22, 3:30 p.m., Council Chambers.
Chair Gardebrlng speaking to the Minnesota Industrial
Development Assoc., Wednesday, Jan. 23, 3 p.m., Holiday
inn International, 1201 W. 94th St., Bloomington.
Environmental Resources Committee, Wednesday, Jan. 23,
4 p.m., Conference Room E.
Metropolitan Health Planning Board, Wednesday, Jan. 23,
4 p.m., Council Chambers.
Policy Committee of the Regional Transit Board,
Wednesday, Jan. 23, 5 p.m., RTB Board Room, Suite 270,
Metro Square Bldg.
Metropolitan Council, Thursday, Jan. 24, 4 p.m., Council
Chambers.
Administration and Finance Committee of the Regional
Transit Board, Thursday, Jan. 24, 5 p.m., RTB Board Room,
Suite 270, Metro Square Bldg.
Advisory Committee on Aging, Friday, Jan. 25, 9 a.m.,
Council Chambers.
Aviation. Policy Plan Task Force, Friday, Jan. 25, 9 a.m.,
Council Chambers.
Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission,
Monday, Jan. 28, 4 p.m., Council Chambers.
Regional Transit-Board, Monday, Jan. 28, 4:30 p.m.,
Council Chambers.
House Local and Urban Affairs Committee (briefing on
metropolitan agencies), Tuesday, Jan. 29, noon-2 p.m.,
Council Chambers.
Environmental Resources Committee, Wednesday, Jan. 30,
4 p.m., Council Chambers.
Regional Transit Board/Metropolitan Systems Committee,
Wednesday, Jan. 30, 5 p.m., Council Chambers.
Metropolitan and Community Development Commit'tee,
Thursday, Jan. 31, 1:30 p.m., Council Chambers.
Joint Regional Transit Board Committee of the Whole/
Metropol!tan Systems ComnMttee, Thursday, Jan. 31,5 p.m.,
Council Chambers.
Metro Square Bldg., St. Paul, MN 55101
General Office Telephone (612) 291-6359
A Metropolitan Council Bulletin for Cot,
For more information on items in this p~
MR. JON ELAM
MANAGER
CITY DF M3UND
53~I M~YWO3D BLVD
MOdND MN 55364
............. ~ .............. 1-6464.
Dec. 28, 1984
RECENT COUNCIL ACTIONS (Dec. 17-28)
Transit-The Council decided to drop consideration, at this
time, of proposals to build a "fast-link" transit connection
along the University Ay. corridor, linking downtown St. Paul
and Minneapolis. The Council said any reconsideration of the
fast-link con,pt should depend on: 1) how well the concept
fit~ wi[h ~,%= re=ui'~s of a study of light rail transit and other
alternatives for University Ay., and 2) an evaluation of the
· need for the fast-link and its effect on the two downtowns.
Aircraft Noise--In response to concerns from Burnsville,
the Council asked its Aviation Policy Plan Task Force to study
the impact of the "Burnsville turn," an aircraft departure path
'begun two years ago. The new departure takes planes over
southern Bloomington and parts of Burnsville instead of
mainly over Bloomington and Richfield. TheMetropolitan
Airpor~ Commission has said the current flight path achieves
a better distribution of aircraft noise. The task force will begin
discussions on Jan. 25 and is expected to make recommenda-
tions in mid-March.
Landfill Expansion-The Council said the final environ-
mental impact statement for a proposed 5,644 acre-feet
expansion of Flying Cloud landfill in Eden Prairie is adequate.
Eden Prairie concerns over potential health hazards, damage to
the environment and lower property values from the expan-
sion will be addressed when a permit for the proposed
expansion is considered by the Council.
Human Services-The Council accepted reports from its
Criminal Justice Advisory Committee and its Telecommunica-
tions Task Force and made the following changes in its 1985
work program for human services:
-- Discontinue work in criminal justice and public safety.
-- Continue telecommunications work already started, namely
an infrastructure study of telecommunications facilities and
services in the region. After the work is completed, the
Council will make a decision about how to proceed with
future telecommunications work.
-- Study tTends and issues affecting the region, looking
especially at children, youth, older people, women, minorities,
people with disabilities and people with Iow incomes.
Sewers--The Council amended Part 1 of its Metropolitan
Development Guide chapter on water resources management.
The changes: 1) phased out the Savage sewage treatment plant;
2) recommended the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission
include the Middle Belt Line sewer interceptor project in the
commission's development program (the project is designed to '.
eliminate sewage overflows from Beaver, Phalen, Como and
McCarron's Lakes to the Mississippi River); and 3) incorpor-
ate into the guide several system improvement studies already
approved in the commission's 1985 capital improvement budget.
Budget--The Council revised its 1984 and 1985 work pro-
gram and budget, including additions and reductions resulting
in a net spending increase of $279,288. The major addition is
S,326,000 for new computer equipment. The main reduction is
5'129,000 in consultant budgets for a consumer health expendi-
ture survey and an aviation policy plan revision. The Council
is also carrying over $222,500 in consultant work from 1984
to 1985.
Housing--The Council said a housing revenue bond plan
submitted by Dakota County HRA on behalf of Inver Grove
Heights is consistent with Council housing guidelines. The city
is competing with other cities statewide for mortgage revenue
bonding totalling $27.5 million. No city is to receive more
than $10 million. If selected, the city would be able to make
138 below-market rate home loans.
Aging-The Council chose Carver County as the next
county for which the Council will develop a plan for how
services for older people should be organized, provided and
funded. Plans have already been developed for AnQka, Dakota,
Hennepin, Ramsay and Scott Counties.
Loan Program-The Council extended its planning assist-
ance loan program to local governments for another three-year
period, from Jan. 1, 1985, to Dec. 31, 1987. It also broadened
the guidelines of the $300,000 program to include implemen-
tation of comprehensive plans and community development.
Parks-The Council amended its acquisition grant with
Ramsay County to acquire a land parcel in Bald Eagle~3tter
Lake Regional Park at a cost of $140,000. The grant now
totals approximately $3 million.
Tourism--The Council decided to provide phone answering
and magazine distribution services in 1985 to Metroland, Inc.,
one of seven regional organizations that promote tourism in
Minnesota. The Council will be reimbursed for the services.
The Council also decided to help the Metroland board develop
a long-range reorganization and marketing program. Assistance
to the board will be limited to six months, ending July 1,1985,
when the Council will evaluate the assistance.
Comparable Worth--The Council accepted a joint labor-
management committee report on comparable worth and pay
equity issues as its guide for a state-required study of the issues
as they apply to Council employees. The report is scheduled to
go to the state next fall.
NEW APPOINTMENTS
The Council made two appointments to its Arts Advisory
Board. They are: Carolyn Bye, Shorewood, for the arts
administrator position; and Nancy E. Anderson, St. Louis
Park, as a citizen member.
PUBLIC HEARINGS, PUBLIC MEETINGS
Air Quality-The Council will hold a public hearing on pro-
posed strategies to reduce carbon monoxide to acceptable
levels at the intersection of Shelling and University Ave. in
St. Paul. The hearing will be held Jan. 3, 7 p.m., at the Hamline
Branch Library, 1558 W. Minnehaha Ay. in St. Paul.. For a
free copy of the proposed Amendment to the Air Quality
Control Plan, call the Communications Department at
291-6464. If you have any questions, call Ann 8raden, trans-
portation planner, at 291-6525.
Parks-The Metropolitan Council will hold a public hearing
on changes in its capital improvement program (CIP) for
regional recreation parks and open space. It will be held Jan. 7,
1985, before the Council's Metropolitan Systems Committee
at 4 p.m. in the Council Chambers. For a free copy of the CIP
document, no. 11~4-163, call the Communications Depart-
ment at 291-6464. If you have any questions, call Jack
Mauritz, parks planner, at 291-6602.
Parks-The Council will hold a public meeting on applicants
for membership on the Metropolitan Parks and Open Space
stission. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m., Jan. 7, in the
il Chambers. For more information, call Sandi
rom at 291-6390.
Waste Control-The Council will hold a public meeting on
applicants for membership on the Metropolitan Waste Control
Commission. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m., Jan. 8, in the
Council Chambers, For more information, call Sandi
Lindstrom at 291-6390.
Solid Waste-The Council will hold a public meeting on a
revised Environmental Impact Statement 'scoping," or pre-
l/m/nary, document for the Ramsay-Washington County waste-
to-energy project. The counties plan to build a 900-ton-per-
day waste processing plant in Newport. The meeting will be
held Jan. 10 at 3 p.m. in the Council Chambers. For a free
copy of a description of the revised project, call the Communi-
cations Department at 291-6464. If you have questions, call
Wayne Nelson, Council planner, at 291-6406.
Citizen Participation-The Council will hold two public
meetings on a plan to expand citizen parti.c[pation in Council
activities. The plan seeks to strengthen Council relationships
with local governments, minorities, women, people with dis-
abilities and people with Iow incomes, The first meeting will
be at 1:30 p.m,, Jan. 24, in the Council offices. The second
will be at 7:30 p.m., Jan. 29, at Burnsville Senior High School,
600 E. Hwy. 13, Burnsville. For a free copy of the citizen
participation plan, no. 07-84-171, call the Communications
Department at 291-6464. If you have questions, call Lucy
Thompson at 291-6521.
Solid Waste-The Council will hold a public hearing an a .
proposed new Solid Wane Management Developrnen~ Guide/
Pr~Plan on Jan. 28 beginning at 1:30 p.m. and resuming at · in the Council Chambers. The plan calls for a dramatic
ion .in use of landfills and an increase in recycling tech-
niques. It would require ending the dumping of unprocessed
solid waste in landfills after 1990, allowing disposal of only
residuals from processed waste after that date. It also calls for
mandatory source separation of recyclables after 1987.
You can read the document at the Minneapolis and St. Paul
downtown public libraries, or at some branches of the regional
county libraries.
For a free copy of the document, no..12~4-160, call the
Communications Department at 291-6464. To speal< at the
hearing, call Lucy Thompson at 291-6521. If you have any
questions, or wish to submit written comments, contact Paul
Smith, environmental planner, at 291-6408.
PUBLIC MEETING sET
ON'LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT
The Regional Trar~sit Board (RTB) and the Metropolitan
'CouncU will hold a public meeting on alternatives for transit
improvements in. three corridors in the Twin Cities Area,
Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Information based on recent studies of light rail transit
and other options will be presented by RTB and Council staff.
The public will be asked to comment on what transit improve-
ments are needed and whether LRT or expanded bus service
is best suited to meet the needs.
The corridors under consideration are from downtown
Minneapolis: 1) southwest to Minnetonka; 2) eastto downtown
Paul; and 3) south along Hiawatha Ay. to Bloomington.
OF REGION EVENT SET FOR JANUARY
Pressing regional issues will be the focus of the Metropolitan
Council's annual State of the Region event Jan. 30 at the
Hilton Inn, 1330 Industrial Blvd,, Mblneapolis. The event, for
public officials and interested citizens from throughout the
region, will feature a dinner address on the state of the region
by C0uncil Chair Sandra Gardebring.
A "Regional Citizen of the Year" will also be named.
Four concurrent panel d;scuss~ons on major ~ssues w;ll
begin at 4 p.m. Each will include a moderator, a presenter and
two reacting panelists. The topics are:
- Marketing Solid Waste Abatement: How Do We Get Two
Million People Involved.'/
- Keeping Sewage Out of the Mississippi: It's Everybody's
Problem.
- Transportation: How Can We Serve the Suburbs?
-- Legislating Basic Health Benefits: Cost vs. Consumer
Protection..
· Registration begins at3:3~ p.m. and the dinner at 6:30 p.m.
The event including dinner costs $13, Advance registration is
required by Jan. 23. For more information, call the Communi-
cations Department at 291~464,
CO-COMPOSTING MEETING SET
'Co-composting: Its Role in the Metropolitan Area's Solid
Waste Management Strategy," is the topic of a m~eting the
Metropolitan Council will hold from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday,
Jan. 17, in the Council Chambers. (Co-composting refers to
composting sewage sludge with municipal solid waste.)
The session will begin with comments from Council Chair
Sandra Gardebring and Council Member Dottie Rietow, who
both recently visited co-composting sites in Sweden and
Denmark. Council staff will summarize the role planned for
co-composting in the new draft of the Council's So/id Waste
Management Plan/Policy Gu/de. Elliot Epstein of E. and A.
Consultants will discuss how to take the region .from
demonstration projects to operating programs.
If you plan to attend, call Kat¥ Boone, solid waste
program, at 291-6421, by Jan, 11.
COMING MEETINGS (Jan. 7-18)
(Meetings are tentative. To verify, call
Regional Transit Board, Monday. Jan. 7, 4:30 p.m., Conference
Room E.
Air Quality Committee, Tuesday, Jan. 8, 10 a.m., Conf-.fence Room B.
University AvJSouthwest Corridor Study Steering Commi~ee,
Tuesday, Jan. 8, noon, Conference Room E.
Metropolitan Waste Management Advisory Committee, Tuesday,
Jan. 8.2 p.m.. Council Chambers.
Aggregate Resources Advisory Committee, Tuesday. Jan.
3:30 p.m., Conference Room E,
Housing and Redevelopment Authority Advisory Committee,
Wednesday. Jan. 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.. Lower Level Room 25,
Metro end Regional Subcabinet (chaired by Sandra Gardebring),
Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2:30 p.m.. Council offices.
Me,opel/tan He--Ith Planning Board, Wednes,lay. Jan. ~, 4 p.m.. -
Council Chambers.
Regional Transit Board/Metropoiltan Systems Committee, Wed-
nesday, Jan. 9, 5 p.m., Council Chambers.
Chair's Advisory Committee. Wednesday, Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m.. Council
Chambers.
Metropolitan and Community Development Committe~, Thursday,
Jan. 10, 1:30 p.m., Council Chambers.
Metropolitan Council, Thursday, Jan, 10, 4 p.m., Council Chambers.
Aviation Policy Plan Task Force, Friday, Jan. 11,9 a.m., Confer-
ence Rooms A and B.
Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission, Monday, Jan. 14,
4 pj-n., Council Chambers.
Minneapolis City Council (on Metropolitan Council legislative pro.
posals), Tuesday, Jan. 15, 9 a.m.. Rm. 319, Minneapolis City Hall.
Aggregate Resources Advisory Committee, Tuesday, Jan. 15,
3:30 p.m., Council Chambers.
Arts Advisory Committee, Tuesday, Jan. 15.5:15 p .m.. Conference
Room E.
Transportation Advisory Board, Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2 13.m.,
Council Chambers.
Joint Regional Transit Board/Metropoli',an Systems Committee,
Wednesday, Jan. 16, 5 ~.m,, Council C.,~ami3ers,
Metropolitan and Community Development Committee. Thursday,
Jan. 37, 1:30 p.m., Council Chambers.
Management Committee, Thursday. Jan, 17, 3 p.m.. Council Chambers.
Metropolitan River Corridor Study Steering (:ommi~ee, Thursday,
Jan. 17.3 p.m., Conference Room --.
Aviation Policy Plan Task Force. FriDay, Jan. 18, 9 a.m., Council
Chamber,. /55
POLICE OFFICER
The City of Mound is accepting applications for the position of police
officer. Applicants must.be capable of attaining Minnesota POST Board
certification at the time of hiring.
Testing will include; physical agility, oral interview, physical exam,
background investigation, and psychological profile.
The salary range is $1911 to $2521 per month. Fringe benefits include
life, health, disability, and dental ins.; 11 holidays, vacation, plus...
Applications may be obtained from the Mound Police Department. Qualified
applicants will be invited to compete in the testing process. All
employment applications must be accompanied by a one page typed resume
and college transcripts.
The final date for accepting applications is 4:00pm, February !,-1985.
Contact Mound Police Department, 5341Maywood Rd., Mound, Mn. 55364
(612-472-3711 )
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
January 14, 1985
January 11, 1985
Northern States Power Company
Minnetonka Division
5505 County Road 19
P.O. Box 10
Excelsior, Minnesota 55331
Telephone (612) 474-8881
City of Mound
5341Maywood Road
Mound, MN 55364
Attn: John Elam, City Manager
Dear Mr. Elam:
The following street lights have been installed in the City of Mound:
2 - 100 Watt H.P.S. Overhead Street lights
Installed 12-12-84 Project #STLT-MND-BAW
817267
Centerview Lane
1 - 100 Watt H.P.S. Overhead Street light
Installed 12-18-84 Project #STLT-MND-DAY
847457
Northern Rd. at Deadend
1 - 100 Watt H.P.S. Overhead Street light
Installed 12-18-84 Project #STLT-M~D-CAX
847455
Co. Rd. 15 & Driveway of Video One
Sincerely,
M. E. Peterson
Distr. Engr. Mgr.
MEP: jh
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Deccml,er 1981/January 1985
A Publication of the Division of Economic Development
Diamond Match
Expands Plant
nounced its decision to expand its manu-
facturing facilities at its plant in Cio-
BOB HAGEMAN AND JOE DEHMER, J&B OWNERS
Watching construction of new facility.
First Bond Sale Completed
$5.5 M llllion Loaned
to matl Businesses
An important component of the 1983
economic package passed by the Minne-
sota Legislature took a major step for-
ward in November,
The Minnesota Energy and Eco-
nomic Development Authority com-
pleted its first industrial development
'bond sale that month, which will pro-
' vide eight small businesses with $5.5
million in long-term, fixed-interest
loans through the Small Business Devel-
opment Loan Program.
"The Small Business Development
Loan Pro,am is an important compo-
nent for the economic growth of Minne-
sota because it provides small businesses
with cost-effective financing that allows
them to grow. which in turn creates job
,qqmrtunities for Minnesotans," ex-
i,lained Ed Meyer. deputy commis-
sioner of financial management.
Busines-es that received Small Busi-
ness Development Loans are: J&B
Wholesale and Distribution Inc., St.
Michael, for building construction and
purchase of refrigeration equipment;
Computer Controlled Machines of Min-
nesota Inc., Northfield, for th~ con-
struction of a new manufacturing facil-
ity; Englund Graphics Inc.. New Hope,
which will purchase land, construct a
new facility and purchase a printing
press, paper-processing machine, bunch
folder and collating machine; Metro
Mold and Design Inc., Rogers, for con-
struction of a new manufacturing facil-
ity; Ercoa Industries Inc., Braham,
manufacturers of pontoon boats, water
bikes and wood stoves, for building a
new manufacturing facility; Chas. A.
Bernick Inc.. St. Cloud, a beer whole-
saler and soft-drink manufacturer and
LOANS
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quet ·
"In the past, we have looked at new
and existing sites in Canada and the
United States," said Bart Toomey, vice-
president and general manager for Dia-
mond Match, "but we found the busi-
ness climate in Minnesota to be the best
in terms of government support, labor
costs, and the work ethic of the people."
In addition, Toomey said the com-
pany expects substantial savings on ~,
cost of wood, which is used in all 32
wood and paper products produced by
Diamond Match each year.
Diamond Match will spend approxi-
mately $3 million on its expansion of the
Cloquet facility, which will provide over
150 new woodworking jobs. Initial con-
struction began in early December, with
the total project expected to be com-
pleted by mid-summer 1985. Part of the
EXPANSION
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Officials Meet
on Closing
Severe economic distress continues to
be felt in International Falls following
the December 6 closing of the Boise Cas-
~cade Insulite Division. The plant was
closed primarily because its major mar-
kets have shifted to the south, creating.
increases in transportation costs, ac-'
cording to the company.
Minnesota Department of Ener~
and Economic Development Commis-
sioner Mark Dayton, officials from the
Minnesota Department of Economic
Security, and Joe Samargia, director of
CLOSING
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Economic Development, Min-
nesota Department of Energy
and Economic Development,
designed to publicize Minneso-
ta's ~de range of resources and
economic opportunities and to
aid in promoting economic ex-
pansion. Published ten times
per year, with combined issues
in June/July and December/
January.
Vol. 1 No. 4, December 1984/
January 1985
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required, but we would appre-
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Metro Council Offers 'Briefcase'
for Twin Cities Business Cl!mate
The Metropolitan Council has pub- to have a business.'
llshed a new brochure and an economic The second publication, an economic
data development kit which provides an
overview of the Twin Cities economy.
The brochure, ,4 Brief Case for the
Twin Cities Metropolitan Area o[ Mia-
nesota, compares the Twin Cities with
other metropolitan areas..It provides vi-
tal information about the Twin Cities
and makes a "brief case" for locating or
expanding a business here.
It covers the area's growth, income,
businesses, high technology, entrepre-
neurial vitality and capital availability,
labor force, education, transportation,
energy costs, public attitudes and taxes.
"We wanted to produce a strong, fac-
tual statement about the Twin Cities,"
said Michael Munson, council research
director. "Our statistics back up the
claim that the Twin Cities is not only a
good place to live, but also a good place
data development kit, is contained in a
briefcase format. It holds 14 economic
reports developed by the council that
provide information on Twin Cities de-
velopment.
The current edition has metropolitan-
wide data on shopping centers and retail
sales, hotels and motels, population,
employment and birth trends, invest-
ment capital availability, office con-
struction, manufacturing changes and
industrial migration, and regional land
use trends. To insure its usefulness, it
will be updated periodically.
The brochure is free. The 14-part Ec-
onomic Data Development .Kit will be
sold at cost for $25. To order either of
these publications, contact the Com-
municatlon~ Department, Metropolitan
Council, 612/291-6464.
Minnesota's Labor Force: Among
the Best in the Region, Nation
A growing population requires jobs,
especially during a decade in which the
baby boom generation goes to work. The
Minnesota economy has consistently re-
sponded to the challenge better than the
national and regiona. 1 economies.
Minnesota is ranked...
· Fourth nationally in the percentage
of the workforce actually working.
(U.S. Census Bureau, 1980~
· First of neighboring states in total
employment gains from 1969 to 1981.
During this period, Minnesota's 29.8
percent increase in employment was
above the national average Of 23.4 per-
cent. (U.S. Department of Commerce)
· First in the five-state region in job
creation from 1975 to 1981, with a 43
percent increase in new jobs. During
this same time period, Minnesota's
manufacturing employment increased
16.3 percent, compared with a 10.3 in-
crease nationally. (U.S. Department of
Commerce)
· Third highest in the percentage of
women in the labor force among all
states. (U.S. Census Bureau, 1980)
In addition . . .
· Minnesota gained 51,500 new fac-
toD' jobs from 1970 to 1980, while the
12-state region was a net loser. (U.S. De-
partment of Labor)
· Through the 1970s and early 1980s,
Minnesota's unemployment rate has
usually run two percentage points below
the national average. (U.S. Department
of Labor)
· During the past decade, Minneso-
ta's largest corporations added 20,000
jobs, more than twice the number that
left the state during that period. (.Min-
neapolis Star and Tribune survey, April
1984)
State Employment
Continues Growth
The continued ~trength of Minneso-
ta's economic recovery, is evident in the
number of new jobs created in the state
during the past year.
According to the U.S. Department of
Labor, Minnesota's wage and salary
employment in September was
1,862,000, a 6.4 percent increase over
employment levels in September 1983.
This figure is exceeded only by Ar-
izona's, with a 6.7 percent increase.
The national increase in employme'nt
during the same period was 2.9 percent.
Minnesota was the only non-sunbelt
state with an increase over 4.2 percent.
This is the seventh straight month
that Minnesota's annual employmen~
growth rate has been far above the na-
tional average, ranking seventh place or
better among all 50 states.
Using 'Partnership'Approach
Division Designs Leans
to Fit Business Needs
Since its inception in 1983, the Finan-
cial Management Division of the Min-
nesota Department of Energy and Eco-
nomic Development has played a key
role in developing new loan programs
for Minnesota businesses.
"The purpose of the Financial Man-
agement Division is to develop and im-
plement loan programs that meet the
needs of new and expanding businesses
throughout Minnesota," explained Ed
Meyer, deputy commissioner of finan-
cial management. "We see ourselves in
partnership with businesses to help gen-
erate Minnesota's economic growth."
'It is the goal of the
Financial Management
Division to continue to
deliver loan programs
that meet the needs of
Minnesota's small
business community in
areas that traditional
financial institutions
cannot effectively
service.'
This "partnership" approach is based
on the belief that certain public needs
can be effectivdy addressed when the
public and private sectors work together
rather than independently.
During the past year, the Financial
Management Division has been devel-
oping the Small Business Development
Loan Program authorized by the 1983
Legislature and hmded with state ap-
propriations and $30 million in indus-
trial development bond sales authoriza-
tion.
"As in other stales. Minnesota's econ-
omy is dependent on the availability of
long-term financing for business be-
cause it has a direct influence on busi-
ness expansion and job creation in all
~ectors of the state's economy," ex-
plained Meyer. "Furthermore, a major-
/,'o ·
ity of expanding businesses are small-
business enterprises which do not have
access to capital markets that large com-
panies enjoy."
As a result, said Meyer, many of these
small businesses have been unable to se-
cure cost-effective project financing.
But the recent development and im-
plementation of the Small Business De-
velopment Loan Program provides an
alternative means of project' financing
for expanding industrial companies in
Minnesota.
"The Small Business Development
Loan Program," said Meyer, "provides
small businesses with long-term, fixed-
interest financing in amounts ranging
from $250,000 to $1 million for costs
consisting primarily of land acquisition
and building construction." The fixed
rate on the first loans has been an all-in-
clusive 11.73 percent for 20 years.
To qualify for a Small Business Devel-
opment Loan, the business must meet
conventional guidelines. In addition,
because job creation is the primary goal
of the loan program, special guidelines
have been adopted for businesses that
locate in economically distressed areas
where the business will substantially in-
crease employment opportunities or will
help to employ minority or disadvan-
taged workers.
Additional qualifications require the
business'to provide 20 percent of the
project's cost as its equity contribution.
In addition, the business must also bor-
row one year of interest and payments to
offset the annual payments.
To reduce the financial risk to bond-
ED MEYE~
Deputy
Commissioner
DAVE MOCOL
Office
Director
holders, the authority partially guaran:
tees the bond sales utilizing the Eco-
nomic Development Fund.
"It is the role of the Financial Man-
agement Division to accept and review
loan applications to determine whether
the applicant meets the loan criteria,"
explained Meyer. "Once this process has
been completed, our division makes its
recommendations to authority members
who in turn approve the loan and autho-
rize the sale of the bonds."
By November, the Financial Man-
agement Division had recommended
and the authority approved the first 10
Small Business Development Loan ap-
plications, totaling $7 million, eight
which received funding totaling
million.
In addition to developing and admin-
istering new loan programs, the Finan-
cial Management Division also admin-
isters the Minnesota Fund and the
OMNI Loan Program, initiated by a
certified development company operat-
ing under the Small Business Adminis-
tration's Section 503 program.
"It is the goal of the Financial Man-
agement Division to continue to deliver
loan programs that meet the needs of
Minnesota's small business community
in areas that traditional financial insti-
tutions cannot effectively service," said
Meyer.
Loan officers help businesses package loans.
L o & l~,s
C,mtinued from P. 1
bottler, for building a new soft-drink bot-
tling and pr~uctlon facility: Awarderaft
a Bh~mfinbaon-ba~d mantffacttwer
nition awards, for constrncting a
~nufacturing facility; and Big
Stone Inc., a f~d-processing company
headqua~ered in Chaska, for pt~cha~ of
refrigeration and ~llution ~ntrol equi~
ment. and buildMg cons~ction.
Although fl~ese companies are located
throughout the state, they all were faced
with the problem of inadequate facilities
and equipment.
"XX~ were at a i~int h our company's
g~m~xh where we had to update and ex-
pand or be forced to cut back o~ o~ra-
tion." explained Bob Hageman, president
of JSB Wholesale and Dis~bution Inc.
Hageman and J~ Dehmer, vice-presi-
dent and co-fo~der of JSB, said their
business, like other small businesses in
Minne~ta, rapidly ou~ew its current fa-
cilities.
"We had to u~ our delive%' trucks for
storage and o~w loading docks were inade-
'quate for otw volume of business," said
Hageman.
ttageman said the problems they are
ctwrenth' confronted with will ~ allevi-
ated ivhen construction of a 15,000-
square-foot warehouse is completed in
n'. The new warehon~, said Hage-
b~eatly increase their storage
' space and will house state.f-the-art re-
frigeration eqnipnwnt as well as addi-
tional office space.
By providing small business with cost-
effective financing for building construe-
tion. small bnsinesses like Jc~B are able to
expand their workforce and increase thek
companies' productivity.
"xxe are currently operating at 65 per-
cent capacity." said q~d Schmidt. general
manager of Computer Controlled Ma-
~,~ ~?~/Depa~ent of Ener~
'~'and ~onomic Development
900 American Center
150 East Kellogg Boulevard
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
chines of Minne~ta Inc.
"Without the financing to build 'a new
production facility;" said Schmidt. "we
would not only have to split up our opera-
tion -- which would force us to move out
of Northfield, it would also create ineffi-
ciencies and decrease prodncti~ty."
Dnring the past five years, the com-
pany has developed a new machine for re-
moving sweet corn from the husk. Al-
though several other companies produce
similar machines, Computer Controlled
Maehlnes of Minnesota is unique because
it performs the complete husking process.
which other machines on the market do
not. The restflt is a more efficient process
that also removes more of the eom from
the husk.
"Like many other industries, tile food-
processing industry is mo;4ng toward au-
tomation, which increases efficiency and
reduces the cost of products to the con-
sumer," explained Schmidt.
He said the company has received 125
orders for the computerized husking ma-
chine, 25 percent of them from foreign
cotmtries.
Tile success of companies such as J&B
and Computer Controlled Machines of
Minnesota increases job opportunities for
Minnesotans. Both Hageman and
Schmidt said their companies will hire ad-
ditional personnel. "We anticipate a 10 to
15 percent increase in job opportunities
over the next three years," said Schmidt.
For Big Stone Inc., a food processing
compan); the Small Business Develop-
ment Loan will enable tile company to
avert a shutdown which would have re-
suited in 700 employees losing their jobs.
"Tile creation of jobs is important to the
development of a strdng economy in Min-
nesota. The delivery, of loan programs
that provide long-term, fixed-interest
loans to small businesses in Minnesota is
an important component in this process."
said Deputy Commissioner Meyer.
Expansion
Continued from P. 1
financing will be provided through the
Minnesota Department of Ener~' and
Economic Development..
To assist the company in the training of
new workers, the State' of Minnesota has
approved the company's request to imple-
ment the Minnesota Emergency Employ-
ment Development (MEED I Pro~am.
The .MEED progn'am allows employers to
be reimbursed up to $4 an hour in wages
and $1 an hour in fringe benefits per em-
ployee for six months. "We expect to save
approximately $400,000 in training
costs." explained Toome.;:
The expansion of the Cioquet plant will
increase the variety of products produced
at the Cloquet plant. "g~ currently pro-
duce only stick matches;' explained Don
Bronikowski. plant manager at Cloquet.
"Once the expansion is complete, we will
produce ice cream sticks, rohnd tooth-
picks and applicator sticks for surgery:'
Closing
Continued from P. 1
the Minnesota Emergency Employment
Development Pro,am, met with Interna-
tional Falls Mayor Robert Anderson,
State Senator Bog Lessard, State Repre-
~ntative Bob Netlenschwander and other
city officials December 10 to discuss possi-
ble alternatives to offset the closing.
They discussed ways to assist tile 500
plant employees and 65 sales people who
were laid off. as well as looked at the possi-
bilit.x of attracting new businesses to the
area.
The department has committed itself to
do everything possible to help the ~'ork-
ers, and their families, who have been af-
fected by the plant closing.
Bulk Rate
U.S. Po'~taqe
PAID
Permit No. 171
St. Paul, MN
l~h'f '~' OFFICE
i.{OUND
January 3, 1985
Metropolitan Council
300 Metro Square Building
Seventh and Robert Streets
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
Telephone ('612) 291-6359
MEMORANDUM
TO: Metropolitan Area Citizens
SUBJECT: Public Meetings on Citizen Partic~.pation Plan for the
Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Council's Metropolitan and Community Development Committee is
holding two public meetings to receive comments on its proposed Citizen
Participation Plan for the ~etcopolitAn Council. The first meeting will be on
Thursday, JanuarY 24, 1985, at 1:30 p.m. in the Council offices, 300 Metro
Square Building, Seventh and Robert Streets, St. Paul. The second meeting will
be on Tuesday, January 29, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. at Burnsville Senior High School,
600 East Highway 13, Burnsville. A copy of the proposed plan is enclosed.
The Citizen Participation Plan provides a basis for monitoring the effective-
ness of the Council's citizen participation efforts by identifying goals,
objectives and strategies for citizen participation. It represents a
strengthened commitment to increasing the level of public participation in
program development and implementation. Specifically, the plan identifies four
objectives:
Strengthen the working relationship between the Metropolitan Council and
local governments to give them more opportunities to participate in setting
regional policies and solving regional problems.
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Increase understanding among citizens of regional public issues and the
Metropolitan Council's role in addressing them; and encourage more citizens
to become involved in planning for the region's future by informing them of
ways to have input into Council decisions.
Involve special communities in setting regional policies and making
decisions about regional problems, especially business, labor and protected
classes (minorities, women and handicapped people).
Enhance opportunities for input by public interest groups (e.g., Citizens
League, League of Women Voters, Government Training Service, Humphrey
Institute) in setting regional policies and solving regional problems.
/" An Equa! Opportunity Employee
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We encourage you to review the document and to attend one of the public
meetings to offer your comments. Written comments are also appreciated and
may be sent to Lucy Thompson, Metropolitan Council, 300 Metro Square Building,
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101. If you have questions about the plan or would like
more information about it, please call Lucy Thompson at 291-6521.
Sincerely,
Joan Campbel 1
Chair
Metropolitan and Community
Development Committee
JC:im
Enc.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
FOR THE
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
Draft for discussion
Metropolitan and Community Development Committee
December 13, 1984
1:30 p.m.
Metropolitan Council Chambers
Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities Area
300 Metro Square Building, 7th and Robert Streets
St. Paul, Minnesota $5101
Telephone: 291-6359
Publication No. 07-84-171
I. Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
1
II. Existing Council Role in Citizen Participation
III. The Current Situation
IV. Issues in Citizen Participation
Goals, Objectives and Strategies for Citizen
Participation
VI. ImPlementation and Evaluation
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I. INTRODUCTION
One of the Metropolitan Council's primary purposes is to act as a focal
point for developing regional policies and making decisions to sol_ye
regional problems. The legislature, in creating the Council, recognized
the need to provide a forum where the public could be heard, and could
participate in public and private decisions of regional importance that
affect the Metropolitan Area. Consequently, the Council was given the
responsibility for bringing plans and issues with regional impact into an
accessible public process.
This plan for citizen participation reaffirms the Metropolitan Council's
commitment to a responsive and participatory decision-making process.
While various forms of citizen participation have been implemented since
the Council was created, there is a feeling among some staff, Council
members and constituents that these forms need to be organized, expanded
and made morea part of the decision-making process. This plan
represents a renewed and strengthened Council commitment to ensuring that
planning and development programs are consistent with the needs of people
and groups affected by them, through increasing the level of public
participation in program development and implementation. The plan also
provides a focus for monitoring the Council's achievement of its citizen
participation goals.
II. 'EXISTING COUNCIL ROLE IN CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
The Metropolitan Council is committed to a strong citizen participation
program. The primary purpose of the program is to grant citi%ens a voice
in governmental'decisions that have an impact on their lives. For the
Council, an extensive citizen participation effort is necessary for a
number of reasons, including:
The Council is a public body, designed to represent the citizens of
the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area.
2. The Council's essential role is to build a Consensus that represents
the region's best thinking on what to do about regional problems.
Experience has shown'the Council that the creative contributions of
the community at large are required if sound, implementable policies
are to be formulated.
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The Council's standing as an authoritative spokesperson for the
regionbefore the legislature, other regional agencies~ and local
units of government hinges on its ability to develop and articulate a
regional consensus on important issues.
The responsibility given to local goyer~ments and others for implemen-
tation of Council policies will be exercised more effectively if they
have input into policy formulation. ._
6. The Council has many programs with legislatively mandated citizen
participation requirements.
The Metropolitan Council in 1975 formally committed itself to involving
citizens in .its planning activities and decisions through adoption of the
Metropolitan Development Guide. The Development Framework chapter of the
guide presents the Council's basic policy on citizen participation, and
identifies actions necessary to support the policy.
POLICY:
THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WILL SEEK OUT BROAD COMMUNITY
INVOLVEMENT DURING ALL OF ITS POLICY-MAKING AND
IMPLEMENTATIN DECISIONS AND WILL ENCOURAGE OTHER GOVERN-
MENTAL UNITS TO DO LIKEWISE.
SUPPORTING ACTIONS:
1. Providi.ng advance information on upcoming activities and
decisions to interested and affected persons and groups.
2. Utilizing advisory committees that are representative of the area
and of interested and affected citizens.
3. Using Council standing committees to provide an opportunity for
full public discussion of all matters coming before the Council.
Conducting public hearings and meetings, and taking other acti,ons
that will provide for discussion of alternatives at interim
points in the plan preparation and policy development process.
Encouraging continuous educational programs to enable local
government officials, community organizations and citizens to
study, review and become informed of the workings and activities
of the Metropolitan Council.
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Conducting public hearings and meetings at different times and
places to maximize the opportunity for persons and groups to
communicate with the Council.
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Encouraging local governments and citizen organizations to
establish ongoing relationships with the Council through personal
liaison and task forces that will enable them to work closely
with the Council in the formulation and improvement of plans and
policies.
Encouraging and assisting other governmental agencies to carry
out community involvement programs that will provide local
government and other public officials, affected community groups
and individuals the opportunity to be involved in the preparation
and implementation of plans and programs.
'In addition, several other chapters of the Metropolitan Development Guide
contain citizen participation policies for particular Council programs.
Health
All people have the right and responsibility to participate in
decisions that will affect their health or the cost of their
health care.
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Health care providers will be encouraged to participate in the
planning process as advisors and as the intermediaries through
whom necessary changes in the health system will be implemented.
a. Health care providers will be actively involved in the
formulation of the health systems plan.
be
Voluntary efforts by providers through a process of long-
range planning consistent with the health system plan shall
be promoted...
Housing
1. Citizen participation in developing plans and implementing
housing programs is encouraged in redevelopment, in
rehabilitation, and in the planning for housing. .
Recreation/Open Space
There shall be an ongoing process of citizen participation in the
planning and development of regional recreational facilities
through the use of citizens' advisory committees, public hearings
and information dissemination programs.
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Master plans must contain a section on citizen participation,
including the agency's plan to involve a broad cross-section of
the population within the service area.
Solid Waste
1. Citizen participation and involvement are vital in the
planning and implementation of the solid waste guide chapter.
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There is a critical need to explain the basic facts of solid and
hazardous waste management so that problems can be better unUer-
stood. People must be informed of improvements in solid and
hazardous waste management, potentials and shortcomings of
developing technologies, and efforts and expenditures requiredto
meet future challenges.
The Council will attempt to inform the public about solid and
hazardous waste management in the region through public education
programs, special informational reports, educational
seminars,meetings and personal contacts.
Transportation
1. Citizen and public involvement should be promoted in the
formulation of transportation p~licy and implementation decisions.
Through its current citizen participation policies, the Council has
established a firm basis upon which to support and justify the
involvement of individuals and groups in its planning and decision-making
processes. The effort now must be to implement these policies more
effectively by establishing clear goals, objectives, strategies and
responsibilities for citizen participation in Council programs.
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A. THE CITIZEN PARTICIPATION STRUCTURE AND PROCESS
The Metropolitan Council has three basic mechanisms to carry out its
citizen participation policy: citizen advisory con~nittees, public
information materials and attendance at hearings, forums, etc.
Responsibility for these three citizen participation functions is
currently assigned to three different areas. The advisory con~nittee
appointment process is handled by the Chair's office, public infor-
mation tasks are performed by the Con~nunications Department, and
outreach functions are performed by individual departments, with
assistance from the Planning Assistance Department.
Citizen Advisory Con~ittees
The Council relies heavily upon an extensive network of citizen
advisory committees. The committees are given substantial authority
to conduct studies and develop policy, and are given free rein in the
formulation of recommendations to the Council. In addition, special
task forces and technical committees are formed as needed to handle
more specialized assignments.. Currently, almost 300 citizens
participate in the advisory process through nine advisory committees
(aggregate resources, aging, arts, criminal justice, developmental
disabilities, health planning, housing and redevelopment, transpor-
tation, waste managemen%), three task forces (regional telecommunica-
tions, aviation and long-term care) and three Council-appointed
metropolitan com~nissions (waste control, parks and open space, and
regional transit).
An "open appointment" program was begun by the Council in 1976 to
recruit citizens for appointment to the three metropolitan
commissions appointed by the Council and the Council's advisory
committees. Vacancies for these positions mu~t be advertised in the
State Register~ but are a~so noted in the Council's bi-monthly and
monthly newsletters, in news releases and in newspaper advertise-
ments. In addition, Council members may recruit citizens to serve on
the advisory committees and metropolitan commissions.
Public Information M~terials
A second major technique for stimulating citizen participation in
Council activities is the broad dissemination of information on
issues and plans being prepared by the Council. Reports, brochures
and audio-visual materials increase the level of understanding of
regional problems. In addition, brief summaries of Council
activities are distributed widely to thousands of area residents
regularly to keep them abreast of developments on a continuing
basis. The bimonthly Review newslettter and the monthly Metro
Monitor newspaper are mailed and distributed to 4,000 and 145,000
respectively.
The news media offer another means of reaching the public with
information about the Council's work and upcoming meetings. News
releasgs, describing Council decisions, future public hearings and
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special h~arings are distributed to all daily, weekly and bimonthly
newspapers plus electronic media in the Metropolitan Area.
Other Council information activities are primarily educational,
including a slide show on the Council and its programs, and a-
classroom kit on regional issues for junior and senior high school
students. These educational activities introduce the public to the
Metropolitan Council and its roles and responsibilities.
General Participation of'Groups'and Individuals in the Planning and
DecisionjlM~k'ing ProceSs.' A third way in which the Council involves
citizens is through an "outreach" program that encourages the active
participation of citizens and organizations in regional policy
decisions. The two primary strategies used are public meetings and
public hearings.
Public meetings have taken the form of informational meetings and
forums. The purpose of public informational meetings is to inform
the public about a particular issue; the major thrust is a two-
wayexchange of information between Council members or staff and the
public. Public informational meetings are held early in the planning
process to promote an informal discussion of a regional issue.
Public forums are also intended to promote discussion of regional
issues, alternatives and the implications of certain courses of
action, but usually in a more formal setting. Past forums have dealt
with a myriad of issues, including transportation, metropolitan
government, solid waste and the problems of lower-income f.amilies.
In addition, the Council holds an annual "state of the region" event
that focuses on major regional issues.
The Council conducts public hearings when considering the adoption or
amendment of any regional policy plan. It has adopted a uniform
procedure for this purpose Co enable local governmental units and
others affected by regional policy plans to understand and partici-
pate in the plan adoption and amendment process. Th~ procedure
applies only to Council regional policy plans, i.e., all Metropolitan
Development Guide chapters: airports, criminal justice, development
framework, health, housing, investment framework, recreation and open
space, solid waste, ~ransportation, water quality and water resources.
The primary purpose of the public hearing is to receive public
reaction to a proposed policy plan or amendment. It is typically the
public°s last chance to con~nent verbally on a plan or amendment
before adoption. The hearing record is kept open for 10 working days
after the hearing to allow for additional written comments by
individuals and organizations.
Since 1982, the Council has broadened its public involvement effort
by cosponsoring public events with other regional organizations.
Events have been co-sponsored with the Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities, Metropolitan Inter-County Association, Citizens
League, Council of Metropolitan Area Leagues of Women-Voters, and the
Metropolitan Council of Chambers of Corette. The purpose of co-
sponsorship is to share resources and stimulate more participation in
· an event. Co-sponsorship also recognizes the appeal particular
IV.
issues have to groups beyond the Metropolitan Council. A current
e~ort under way is a minority leadership meeting at the Council. Co-
sponsored by the Council and several minority organizations~ the
purpose of the event is to inform minority co.unity leaders about
the Council, to inform Council members about important issues in the
regibn°s minority co.unities, and to discuss how the Council can
better serve and involve minority people in regional planning.
ISSUES IN cITIZEN PARTICIPATION
During the past year, the Metropolitan Council has taken a serious look
at its citizen participation structure and process, in order to assess
how successful it has been at receiving public input into regional
decisions. Four sources have been tapped to assist in this effort: a
staff ad hoc committee representing Council departments and programs that
have had active citizen participation efforts over the past few years; a
group of people from outside the Council who have been active partici-
pants in and observers of the Council'°s decision-making process; a
Council survey of 195 mayors, town board chairs and county board chairs.
in the region; and the Council's Metropolitan and Community Development
Committee.
Five major issue areas were identified and several recommendations were
made to guide the Council in strengthening its citizen participation
program. These issues and recommendations form the basis for the citizen
particiption goals, objectives and strategies presented in Part V.
The major issues and recommendations cited by the above sources are:
EARLY INPUT INTO THE PLANNING PROCESS
Pot.entially affected gr.oups and individuals need to be brouqht
into the planning process earlier. In some cases, very basic
policy decisions have been made before public input is requested,
putting the public in a reactive role rather than a proactive,
participatory role. Also, without early citizen input, Council staff
and Councilmembers may become defensive of their technical and policy
decisions, and thus reluctant to change them because of public
reaction.
2. The Council needs to have a more direct relationship with local
governments. Local officials want individual Council members, to
h61dmore meetings with local officials in their districts to discuss
emerging problems or policy proposals at a point early enough in the
planning or decision-making process for input to be effective.
Potential conflict should be dealt with early in the planning
process. Timely'citizen involvement is crucial in helping manage
the conflict that certain projects naturally generate.
Council programs need to open up the planninq process before recom
mendations are released for public hearing. All programs need to
consider public participation techniques other than mandated public
hearings, which occur near the end of the decision-making process.
Problems are sure to arise when recommendations for implementation
are made without input from those who are responsible for
implementation.
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Citizen participation activities must be a part of "business as
usual." Especially in the case of some of. the Council's more
difficult projects, the time needed for citizen participation-
competes with the total amount of time available for project
completion. Because of tight planning schedules, citizen
participation is "squeezed in" as an afterthought.
IDENTIFICATION OF CONSTITUENCIES--INVOLVEMENT OF NEW CONSTITUENCIES
The Council needs to define its constituency for each regional issue.
Different issues attract diffe6ent constituencies, which, in
turn, require different citizen participation strategies.
2. The Council should seek new groups or individuals who previously may
not have been involved but who have a stake in a particular issue.
The Council has concentrated its outreach and citizen participation
efforts on a standard set of organizations. It needs to do more to
involve nonmainstream organizations and individuals not part of
organized groups.
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Citizen advisory committees need to be moK.e broadly based. Represen-
tation from minorities, low-income persons, handicapped persons,
business and labor groups, as well as the "lay" public, should be
increased.
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Minorities and people with low- and moderate-incomes need So be
included in Council activities and decisions. Cou6cil policy
requires equal opportunity in citizen participation. The Council
needs to continue to strengthen its affirmative action efforts to
ensure equal opportunity in citizen participation.
RECEPTIVENESS TO CITIZEN PARTICIPATION/FACILITATING CITIZEN
PARTICIPATION
Citizens need to know how and where they ca6 have input in Council
decisions. The Council's citi'zen participation plan is a first
step toward identifying where responsiblity for citizen participation
lies. Making this information available to the public should
facilitate more effective public input in Council decisions.
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The Council needs to dispel the notion that it is "elitist." The
Council is perceived as devising only technical solutions to
regional problems, thus maintaining itself as the expert on regional
issues. ConsequAntly, the "lay" public is sometimes seen as an
intruder into the planning process unlikely to provide useful
information. This attitude also affects how the Council deals with
the conflict that certain projects naturally generate. If staff
feels that technical perfection circumvents conflict, citizen input
will be discouraged. _
The Council's relationship with local 9overnments needs to be more
direct. CounCil members and staff must go out to con~nunities more
often, rather than relying on written materials or in-house meetings.
USE OF NEW CITIZEN PARTICIPATION TECHNIQUES
The Council needs to develop additional citizen participation
techniques to interact with new and different constituencies. The
more traditional techniques (e.g., public meetings, public hearings
and citizen advisory committees) tend to reach the same people and
result in the same types of input. The Council needs to recognize
that different types of issues require different citizen
participation strategies.
Outside groups need to assist the Council in devising and using new
techniques for citizen input. The increase in co-sponsorship
suggests a real potential for outside groups to take an active part
in new types of Council citizen participation activities.
GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES FOR CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
The goal, objectives and strategies for citizen participation presented
below are intended to give sharper focus to the Metropolitan Council's
citizen participation effort and to provide a basis for its evaluation.
They are based on the Council's current policies on citizen partici-
pation, and on the issues identified in the previous section.
GOAL:. Increase participation of local governments, individual citizens,
special communities and organized groups in the planning and policy-
making processes of the Metropolitan Council.
This goal speaks to improving-the Council's efforts to increase partici-
pation of its individual constituencies in Council activities. Each of
the following objectives addresses a particlar constituency and presents
strategies the Council will use to increase its participation. In
addition, the Council will work to foster close cooperation between and
among all constituencies in solving regional problems.
OBJECTIVE #1: Strengthen the working relationship between the Metro-
politan Council and local governments to give them more
opportunities to participate in setting regional policies
and solving regional problems.
STRATEGIES:
Provide more opportunities for input to regional problems and issues
early in the decision-making process via informal discussions with
policymakers and staffs.
Notify local governments directly of Council actions that have an
impact on them by official written notice to a designated "key
contact person."
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Provide timely written notice of Council meetings and public hearings
to local governments by mailing a weekly list of coming meetings with
agenda items to a designated key contact person.
4. Hold more of the Council's public hearings and public'meetings in
appropriate co,unities around the region.
Provide local governments with more information about the kinds of
technical assistance the Council offers them by giving them a
brochure with descriptions and staff members to contact for help.
6. Send summaries of more Council plans, reports and data to local
g6vernments.
OBJECTIVE #2: Increase understanding among citizens of regional public
issues and the Metropolitan Council's role in addressing
them; and encourage more citizens to become involved in
planning for the region°s future by informing them of
ways to have input into Council decisions.
STRATEGIES:
Continue to use Council publications, and increase use of audio-
visuals and video tapes to inform citizens about emerging regional
issues.
2. Increase the use of educational materials on regional issues and the
Council in the region's classrooms.
3. Prepare public information materials on citizen participation that
highlight the opportunities for citizen input, e.g., serving on
Council advisory committees, commission or task forces;, appearing at
public hearings; receiving Council mailings, etc.
4. Achieve broader representation of the metropolitan community w~en
appointing members of metropolitan commissions (parks and open space,
waste control and regional transit} by: 1} widely publicizing
vacancies and selection criteria; and 2) having an appointments
committee of Council members that conducts one or more public
hearings where candidates may state their qualifications and views,
and that recon~ends a list of nominees to the full Council.
0BJECTIVE #3: Involve special communities in setting regional policies
and making decisions about regional problems, especially
business, labor and protected classes (minorities, women
and handicapped people).
STRATEGIES:
Develop a community outreach strategy to identify and work with
special communities to increase their participation in Council
decision-making.
Recruit representatives from these groups for citizen advisory
committee vacancies.
Distribute regular Council publications to "nonmainstream"
organizations as an ongoing information source on Council activities.
Publicize Council activities, hearing dates, etc., in minority
organization, neighborhood, chamber of commerce and other organi-
zation and sublocal newsletters.
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5. Consult periodically with special communities to develop strategies
and programs for increasing participation.
6. Encourage cosponsorship of forums on regional issues.
OBJECTIVE #4: Enhance opportunities for input by public interest groups
(e.g., Citizens League, League of Women Voters, Government
Training Service, Humphrey Institute) in setting regional
policies and solving regional problems.
STRATEGIES:
1. Encourage cosponsorship of forums on regional issues to provide an
opportunity for objective discussion of regional issues.
Foster support for the Council's budget and legislative program by
allowing public interest groups to comment during the development
ofthese items.
Continue to keep public interest groups abreast of Council
activities, and provide them with ample time to com~en.t on the
Council's proposed plans and policies.
IMPLEMENTATION AND EVALUATION
A. Implementation
.The primary responsiblity for implementation of the Citizen
Participation Plan lies with the staff of individual Council
programs. In addition, a citizen participation coordinator will
coordinate the citizen participation activities of individual
departments and assist in those activities as needed.
In terms of implementation, there are several components of the
Citizen Participation Plan. They include (but are not limited to)
the following:
1. A citizen participation element in each program°s annual work
plan and budget.
2. Public hearings.
3. Public meetings, forums, "state of the region."
4. Metropolita~ Development Guide chapter revisions.
Educational/informational activities ranging from distribution of
written and video materials to a speakers' bureau.
6. Outreach to special communities.
7. Communications to local governments.
A companion document describes the specific responsibilities of
Council staff in implementing these activities.
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B. Evaluation
The internal staff document that assigns specific responsibility to
Council staff also contains evaluation criteria to assess how.well
the Council is encouraging and facilitating public participation in
its planning and decision-making. Essentially, evaluation is
recommended at three levels:
at the program level, whQre there is an annual internal
evaluation to determine whether the year's citizen participation
strategies achieved their intended purpose(s) for the program
itself.
at the Citizen Participation Plan level, where individual program
strategies are evaluated annually in terms of how well they
achieved the goals and objectives of the Citizen Participation
Plan.
at the Council level, where the Citizen Participation Plan itself
is evaluated periodically to ensure that its goalsI and objectives
and the citizen participation process in general 'are reflective
of the citizen participation needs of the Council and
constituencies.
The Council's constituencies will be involved in evaluation at the
plan and Council levels.
In addition to keeping the citizen participation effort relevant to
the Council's purpose and to the needs of its constituencies, annual
or periodic evaluation of citizen participation activities will
maintain the visibility of citizen participation efforts on behalf of
the Council. An annual report will be made to the Council on the
year's activities and on how well the Council achieved the goals and
objectives of the Citizen Participation Plan. In addition, the
Council will be given periodic briefings on major citizen
participation efforts.
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