HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-08-1993RECORD OF OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL
- CITY OF ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA
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A-1 President Selby called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M., the follow-
ing members being present: President Selby, Councilmembers Canfield,
Evans, Hunziker, McConnell, Myhrom and Senjem. Absent: None.
B-1 A Hearing on the Truth -In -Taxation hearing for 1994 Budget and Tax
Levy.
Steven Kvenvold, City Administrator gave a presentation on the
subject and had prepared information which the public was welcome
to read. This was available before the meeting and can be received
from his office after the meeting. The 1994 budget programs
expenditures of $109,696,336 and would require a HACA adjusted
property tax levy of $12,591,000. This is a reduction from the
preliminary levy certified to the County Auditor in Sept.
State Truth -in -Taxation requires information on the following:
1. Percent of total proposed budget representing total compensation
costs for employees ( wages,salaries,benefits, etc. )
2. Numbers of employees by general classification and if they are
full or part-time.
3. Budgeted expendituresfo-rand numbers of consultants and other
independent contractors.
4. The effect of the budget increases or decreases on the proposed
property tax levy.
Wishing to be heard was Nick Tretinyak of 4732 14th Avenue N. W.
He stated that this was the time to include a Youth Center in the
budget. It is needed and the Salvation Army has indicated interest
in this endeavor. He suggested the Line garage would be a possibilit,
Wishing to be heard was Kenneth Willkomm of 1123 Knoll Ct. N. W.
He wanted to know why his property taxes went up 9.6%. Mr. Kvenvold
stated that he was not=really able to ansvier.this because of the
value placed on the property by the assessor may have risen and also
the increase reflects the three governing bodies -City School Dist.
and the County. Mr. Kvenvold also stated that properties annexed
into the City and subdivisions created do not even come close to
paying their way on things such as plowing the streets, Police,
Fire protection, etc. that the city offers when they do become part
of the City. Taxes have to reflect those services too.Ken Fiebe.lkorn
1119 Second St. S.W. and wondered how the City can justify the hiring
of five new police officers. Wishing to respond was Councilmember
Evans who stated that when he was going around in his neighborhood
during election -time he was told by almost everyone that more police
was needed. Councilmember Canfield also stated that he has received
support from his ward to hire more police. Other Councilmembers
agreed they have heard the same requests from thier respective
wards.
Wishing to be heard was Andrew Romaniuk of 2306 18th Avenue S.E. and
agreed that the City needs more police but does question the City
annexing so much more land if we cannot serve them. President Selby
agreed that the City needs to look further at the annexation procedur
Mr. Kvenvold also stated that this is a concern the City has on the
equalization of annexations and subdivisions.
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B-1 Wishing to be heard was Mark Stadtherr of 2421 23rd Avenue N. W.
He does not want a tax increase. He said that he would like to see
the City stay within a budget that did not increase anything. Also
he does not want more golf courses bought. Councilmember Canfield
stated that the golf fees pay for the courses and the people that
come to the City to.golf also spend money in the City so it profits
us both ways.
Wishing to be heard was Steven Mangan of 3902 Cobblestone Lane.
He would like to see some sort of audit on City departments to see
how efficient they are operating. Maybe savings can be made that
way. Councilmember Myhrom stated that this would be a good idea
sometimes lots of things can be done in-house and are that have
previously been contracted out.
Wishing to be heard was Wayne Harris of 2635 East River Road.
He wants a cap put on his taxes. He was formerly in'the township
and came into the City and his taxes took a tremendous increase.
Wishing to be heard was Tom Turczynski 2235 30th Avenue N. W.
He thinks we should follow the lead of the corporations and cut
spending.
Wishing to be heard was Scott Trcka of 2360 llth Avenue N. W. and
wanted ,to know who he should be contacting if his property value
raised to much. He was told the Assessor of the County.
Wishing to be heard was James Nosbush of 421 13th Avenue N. W. and
thinks the City should take a look and think of the people when
spending money.
Having no one else present that wished to be heard, President
Selby stated that no action will be taken until the December 20,
1993 meeting.
Councilmember McConnell stated that he thinks the idea of a Youth
Center is good and if the Salvation Army is behind this then we
owe them time to so state their position.
Council member s agreed to the December 20, 1993 hearing.
Having no further discussion, Canfield moved, Hunziker second
to set a hearing for December 20, 1993 at 7:00 P.M. to finalize
the budget and tax levy. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
B-2 A Hearing on the Amendment to Industrial Development Refunding
Revenue bonds. Having no one present that wished to be heard,
President Selby closed the hearing. Senjem moved, Evans second to
adopt Resolution No. 625-93 approving the amendments. Ayes (7),
Nays (0).Motion carried.
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agenda items:
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Approve the minutes of the November 15 and 24, 1993 meetings.
Approve the following licenses and bonds:
Cigarettes - Over the Counter - TGI Fridays - Rochester, Mn.
Gambling - Premise permit - Renewal - Fraternal Order of Eagles 2228
Celebrity Bowl Charities For Colonial Lanes and Recreation Lanes
Gambling - Temporary - Rochester Area Family Y - Raffle 12-31-93
to be held at Mayo Civic Center
Accounts payable in the amount of $6,610,423.43 - list on file with
the City Clerk.
Adopt Resolution No. 626-93 authorizing the City Clerk to advertise
for bids for fuel at the pump for Police,Fire, Animal Control and
City Hall. Bids will be opened at 11:00 A.M. on January 20, 1994.
Adopt Resolution No. 627-93 closing the tax increment projects and
transferring unexpended balances pursuant to the City Charter,
Section 11.10.
Approving the Apointment by Mayor'Hazama of Gene -Sorenson of 1650
Third Avenue N.E. to the Cable Advisory Committee - Three year
term will run to Dec. 31, 1996.
Adopt Resolution No. 628-93 authorizing the filling of the following
positions:
Meter Reader position at the Rochester Public Utility Dept.
Lead Substation Electrician at Rochester Public Utility Dept.
and Senior Engineering Technician at Rochester Public Services Dept.
Included in Resolution (C-7)
Included in Resolution (C-7)
Adopt Resolution No. 629-93 adding Para. XIX to Sec. N
School Speed Zones - Winston Churchill on No. Hills Dr. from North-
ridge Lane N.E. to 22nd St. N.E.
Adopt Resolution No. 630-93 deleting Para (37) from Sec. E Passenger
Loading Zones of the Comp. Traffic and Parking Res. Book.
Adopt Resolution No. 631-93 and 632-93 declaring the costs to be
assessed and setting a hearing for Jan. 3, 1994 on the Postponed
Assessments for Proejct 6252 J 8055 - Construction of Trunkline
San. Sewer.
Adopt Resolution No. 633-93 and 634-93 declaring the costs to be
assessed and ordering a hearing to be held on Jan. 3, 1994 on
previously postponed assessments on Project No. 6255-1-70 J 8341
San. Sewer and Watermain on East River Rd. N.E.
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C-14 Adopt Resolution No. 635-93 and 636-93 declaring the costs to be
assessed and ordering a public hearing to be held on Jan. 3, 1994 on
proposed assessments J 9234 - New Sidewalk Project No. 1-1992.
C-15 Adopt Resolution No. 637-93 and 638-93 declaring the costs to be
assessed and ordering a public hearing to be held on Jan. 3, 1994
on J 9241 Sidewalk Replacement Project No. 4-1992.
C-16 Adopt Resolution No. 639-93 authorizing payment for extra work coverer
by Suppplemental Agreement No. 1 - Replacement Project No. 5-1993
in the amount of $2,008.00.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
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Canfield moved, Hunziker second to adopt Resolution No. 640-93
referring the petition received for Improvements to 50th Avenue N.W.
to the Public Services Dept. for a feasibility report. Ayes (7),
Nays (0).Motion carried.
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Hunziker moved, Evans second to adopt Resolution No. 641-93 referring
the petition for Watermain Extension on the East Side of Marion Road
to the Public Services Dept. for a feasibility report. Ayes (7),
Nays (0).Motion carried.
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Evans moved, Hunziker second to approve the Appropriation of $261,054
from the Future Construction Account (301-1994) to complete the
necessary funding for Reconstruction of East Silver Lake Drive.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion Carried.
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Canfield moved, Hunziker second to approve the Reduction in Parkland
Dedication Fee, --for Nor_ thern- Heights.- East from $2,415. to $1 ,955....
The ;reg, est to o '1he dedication of �o Ngts: E:8 was denied'
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Senjem moved, Evans second to adopt Resolution No. 643-93 approving
the Revocable Permit for Jim Thompson of 719 31st St. N.E.
This was needed to allow an existing deck and fence to be located
within the utility easement along the rear lot line. Discussion
was held by the Council and Jim Thompson was granted permission to
show a video of the location of the fence, etc. Mr. Phil Wheeler
of the Planning and Zoning Dept. stated that they would still need
to get a zoning certificate, but that would follow if this
revocable permit was approved. Wishing to be heard was Judy Emmons
of 713 31st St. N.E. and the Council granted her permission to
be heard also. She is a neighbor who is opposed to this permit.
She indicated that the fence is needed because they have a mock
hockey rink (board) in that fence and the hockey pucks as well as
balls, etc. are constantly being batted in her yard. She has a dog
and that barks and might bite someone and she is worried she might
be sued. Mr. Terry Adkins, City Attorney stated that this revocable
permit, if granted, would be only for this owner, not future owners.
Councilmember McConnell wondered about the noise level if a hockey
puck was being batted against a wood fence. Mr. Thompson stated that
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they don't use actual hc-ck y pucks, but tennis balls instead and
they do not make much noise..He also stated that they only use this
a couple of times a month and so there really should not be a
problem. Councilmember Evans stopped by the house and stated that
the neighbors on either side was not bothered by this, but he did
stop and talk with Judy Emmons.
Councilmember Hunziker asked if a net could be put over the area
to keep the balls, etc. in the confined space.
Mr. Thompson stated that he had considered this.
Jim Emmons of 1139 Beacon Dr. S. W. and is a brother to Ms. Emmons.
He is opposed to this and stated that Mr. Thompson broke a number
of laws by not securing, permits, etc.
Councilmember Evans asked if Mr. Thompson can work with Ms. Emmons
in returning the balls , pucks , etc. once a month or so that way
she would not be disturbed with children jumping over fences ,
disturbing dogs, etc.
Councilmember Myhrom asked Mr. Thompson if he would put in a net.
Mr. Thompson stated that he would if the Council wanted him to do
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The motion for approval included putting in a net over the area.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried. An .insurance certificate was also
required.
Evans moved, Canfield second to adopt Resolution No. 644-93
approving a union labor agreement from Jan. 1; 1994 thru Dec.
31, 1996 with Int. Brotherhood -of Electrical Workers and the
City of Rochester Public Utility.
Councilmember Senjem was worried about settling a three year contract
and would like to have this looked at. Councilmember Canfield
stated that by settling ahead is about break even to when we settle
per one or two years.
Ayes (7), Nays (0);,Motion carried.
Hunziker moved, Evans second to instruct the City Attorney to prepare
an Ordinance addressing responsibility for parking tickets and
amend the Rochester Code of Ordinances 134.47 as amended. Ayes (7),
Nays (0).Motion carried.
McConnell moved, Evans second to instruct the City Attorney to
prepare an Ordinance on the Annexation of CSAH 22 Right -of -Way
South of Northern Hills Golf Course. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion
carried.
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E-7 Evans moved, Hunziker second to approve the issuance of a 3.2 beer
and Annual Dance license for the Pla-Mor Ballroom at 2045 Highway
14 East to expire March 31,1994. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-8 Hunziker moved, Senjem second to adopt Resolution No. 645-93
authorizing the Right -of -Way Assistant position for the Flood
Control Project. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried. This salary
would be $27,500.00.
E-9 Senjem moved, Hunziker second to adopt Resolution No. 646-93
approving the replacement of Wetlands Plan for Holy Spirit Catholic
Church. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-10 Canfield moved, Hunziker second to adopt Resolution No. 647-93
approving the Wetland Replacement Plan for Seehusen Industrial Park
Blk 1, Lots 7-9. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-11 Myhrom moved, Evans second to adopt Resolution No. 648-93
approving the City enter into a professional services agreement with
Olmsted Co. for accounting, legal and data processing services for
the Rochester Housing Authority. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-12 Canfield moved, Evans second to instruct the.City Atny to prepare an
on -amendment to Chapter 23 of the Rochester Code of Ordinances
changing the name of the department of Public Services to the
Department of Public Works. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-13 Hunziker moved, McConnell second to adopt Resolution No. 649-93
authorizing staff to commence the acquisition of land rights for
41st St. N.W. Construction Project and procedure for Eminent Domain.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion Carrie.
E-14 Senjem moved, Canfield second to adopt Resolution No. 650-93
authorizing staff to commence the acquisition of land rights for
4th Street S.E. Widening Proejct and Procedure for Eminent Domain.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-15 Hunziker moved, Evans second to table the Fee Acquisition from Vrieze
Property Parcel 371 US Army Corps of Eng. Flood Control Project.
After Council discussion more answers were needed on negotiations
of land between the City and David Vrieze including land trading,.
etc. Aves (7), Nays (0).:
E-16 Hunziker moved, Evans second to table the Cooperative Agreement with
Olmsted Co. for ROW acquisition on Marion Road. After Council
Discussion, they decided they needed more answers as to the safest
way to get the County to take responsibility on construction and
other like matters. Ayes (5), Nays (2). Councilmembers Canfield
and Myhrom voting nay. Motion carried.
E-17 Hunziker moved, Evans second to adopt Resolution No. 651-93
adding para. 312.1 to Sec. B No Parking Zones - L.C.Drive S.W. on
Both sides from 11 Ave. S.W. to Co. Rd. 16 at all times. Ayes
(7), Nays (0).Motion carried. ¢
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Hunziker moved, Evans second to adopt Resolution No. 652-93
approving the 1994 Transit Operating and Funding Contracts.
Ayes (6), Nays (1).Motion carried.Councilmember Senjem voted nay.
Hunziker moved, Senjem second to approve the signing of the Assessme
Agreement to Plat 3312 Parcel 05300, 2627 East River Rd. N.E.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Evans moved, Myhrom second to adopt Resolution No. 653-93 authorizinc
the payment of $3,150 for .041 acres in fee simple title from
Guyse etal - for Lot 39, Auditor's Plat "A" Flood Control Stage 4.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Canfield moved, Hunziker second to adopt Resolution No. 654-93
authorizing the payment of $2,000 for 1,862 sq. ft. in fee simple
title and the City grant an access easement to Robert Robertson.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
An Ordinance Amending Sec. 134.47 of RCO Relating to the Identity
of the Party Responsible for a Parking Violation in the City of
Rochester was given its first reading.
An Ordinance on the Annexation of CSAH 22 ROW South of Northern Hill!
Golf Course was given its first reading. Hunziker moved, Canfield
second to suspend.the rules and give this ordinance a second reading
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried. The Ordinace was given its second
reading. McConnell moved, Hunziker second to adopt the Ordinance as
read. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
An Ordinance amending and Reenacting Chapter 23 of the RCO Relating
to a change in the name of Rochester Public Services Dept. to
Rochester Public Works Dept. was given its first reading.
Myhrom.moved, McConnell second to adopt Resolution No. 655-93
approving the owner contract for Basic Const. in Manor Woods West 6ti
Sub. to serve Lots 1 thre 6 Blk 1 and Lots 1-6 Block 4 Drake
Forbrook and Assoc. and Road Constructors. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
The Amendment to and Repeal of the Limousine Ordinance RCO 97.01
was left on the table.
Having no further hiisiness, Myhrnm moved, Hunziker second to adjourn
the meeting. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Mbtion carried.
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