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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-10-15-RAPPROVAL OF AGENDA PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL Public inquiries/informational is an opportunity for citizens to bring to the Council ’s attention any items not currently on the agenda. In addressing the Council, please state your name and address for the record, and a brief summary of the specific item being addressed to the Council. To allow adequate time for each person wishing to address the Council, we ask that individuals limit their comments to three (3) minutes. Written documents may be distributed to the Council prior to the meeting, or as bench copies, to allow a more timely presentation. STAFF COMMENTS Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Update Patrick Klaers, City Administrator MEMO.PDF Joint Development Authority Update Patrick Klaers, City Administrator MEMO.PDF Transportation Update Terry Maurer, Public Works Director MEMO.PDF APPROVAL OF MINUTES Draft Minutes June 29, 2015, Regular City Council July 13, 2015, Regular City Council July 20, 2015, City Council Work Session July 27, 2015, Regular City Council 06 -29 -15 -R.PDF, 07 -13 -15 -R.PDF, 07 -20 -15 -WS.PDF, 07 -27 -15 - R.PDF CONSENT CALENDAR Those items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion under a Consent Calendar format.   There will be no separate discussion of these items, unless a Councilmember so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered separately in its normal sequence on the agenda. Claims And Payroll Sue Iverson, Director of Finance and Administrative Services Ashley Bertrand, Accounting Analyst MEMO.PDF County Road E/Pine Tree Drive Improvements Payment 4 John Anderson, Assistant City Engineer Round Lake Area Improvement - Payment 9 John Anderson, Assistant City Engineer 2015 Pavement Management Program (PMP) Pay Estimate 3 John Anderson, Assistant City Engineer PULLED CONSENT ITEMS Those items that are pulled from the Consent Calendar will be removed from the general order of business and considered separately in its normal sequence on the agenda. PUBLIC HEARINGS Under this Public Hearing section, citizens have an opportunity to discuss ideas regarding TCAAP development.  Please be sure to complete a "Request to Appear  before City Council" form (available at the back table).  Completed forms may be given  to the City Clerk. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Development Discussion Opportunity For Residents Mayor Grant County Road H/I -35 W Interchange - Municipal Consent Terry Maurer, Public Works Director Beth Engum, Ramsey County NEW BUSINESS UNFINISHED BUSINESS COUNCIL COMMENTS ADJOURN Mayor: David Grant Councilmembers: Brenda Holden Fran Holmes Dave McClung Robert Woodburn Regular City Council Agenda August 10, 2015 7:00 p.m. City Hall Address: 1245 W Highway 96 Arden Hills MN 55112 Phone: 651 -792 -7800 Website : www.cityofardenhills.org City Vision Arden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long -standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play. CALL TO ORDER 1. 2. 3. 3.A. Documents: 3.B. Documents: 3.C. Documents: 4. 4.A. Documents: 5. 5.A. Documents: 5.B. 5.C. 5.D. 6. 7. 7.A. 7.B. 8. 9. 10. APPROVAL OF AGENDAPUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONALPublic inquiries/informational is an opportunity for citizens to bring to the Council ’s attention any items not currently on the agenda. In addressing the Council, please state your name and address for the record, and a brief summary of the specific item being addressed to the Council. To allow adequate time for each person wishing to address the Council, we ask that individuals limit their comments to three (3) minutes. Written documents may be distributed to the Council prior to the meeting, or as bench copies, to allow a more timely presentation.STAFF COMMENTSRice Creek Commons (TCAAP) UpdatePatrick Klaers, City Administrator MEMO.PDFJoint Development Authority UpdatePatrick Klaers, City Administrator MEMO.PDFTransportation UpdateTerry Maurer, Public Works Director MEMO.PDFAPPROVAL OF MINUTES Draft Minutes June 29, 2015, Regular City Council July 13, 2015, Regular City Council July 20, 2015, City Council Work Session July 27, 2015, Regular City Council 06 -29 -15 -R.PDF, 07 -13 -15 -R.PDF, 07 -20 -15 -WS.PDF, 07 -27 -15 - R.PDF CONSENT CALENDAR Those items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion under a Consent Calendar format.   There will be no separate discussion of these items, unless a Councilmember so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered separately in its normal sequence on the agenda. Claims And Payroll Sue Iverson, Director of Finance and Administrative Services Ashley Bertrand, Accounting Analyst MEMO.PDF County Road E/Pine Tree Drive Improvements Payment 4 John Anderson, Assistant City Engineer Round Lake Area Improvement - Payment 9 John Anderson, Assistant City Engineer 2015 Pavement Management Program (PMP) Pay Estimate 3 John Anderson, Assistant City Engineer PULLED CONSENT ITEMS Those items that are pulled from the Consent Calendar will be removed from the general order of business and considered separately in its normal sequence on the agenda. PUBLIC HEARINGS Under this Public Hearing section, citizens have an opportunity to discuss ideas regarding TCAAP development.  Please be sure to complete a "Request to Appear  before City Council" form (available at the back table).  Completed forms may be given  to the City Clerk. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Development Discussion Opportunity For Residents Mayor Grant County Road H/I -35 W Interchange - Municipal Consent Terry Maurer, Public Works Director Beth Engum, Ramsey County NEW BUSINESS UNFINISHED BUSINESS COUNCIL COMMENTS ADJOURN Mayor:David Grant Councilmembers:Brenda Holden Fran HolmesDave McClungRobert Woodburn Regular City Council Agenda August 10, 20157:00 p.m. City Hall Address:1245 W Highway 96 Arden Hills MN 55112 Phone:651 -792 -7800 Website : www.cityofardenhills.org City VisionArden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long -standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play.CALL TO ORDER1.2.3.3.A.Documents:3.B.Documents:3.C.Documents:4. 4.A. Documents: 5. 5.A. Documents: 5.B. 5.C. 5.D. 6. 7. 7.A. 7.B. 8. 9. 10. APPROVAL OF AGENDAPUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONALPublic inquiries/informational is an opportunity for citizens to bring to the Council ’s attention any items not currently on the agenda. In addressing the Council, please state your name and address for the record, and a brief summary of the specific item being addressed to the Council. To allow adequate time for each person wishing to address the Council, we ask that individuals limit their comments to three (3) minutes. Written documents may be distributed to the Council prior to the meeting, or as bench copies, to allow a more timely presentation.STAFF COMMENTSRice Creek Commons (TCAAP) UpdatePatrick Klaers, City Administrator MEMO.PDFJoint Development Authority UpdatePatrick Klaers, City Administrator MEMO.PDFTransportation UpdateTerry Maurer, Public Works Director MEMO.PDFAPPROVAL OF MINUTESDraft MinutesJune 29, 2015, Regular City CouncilJuly 13, 2015, Regular City CouncilJuly 20, 2015, City Council Work SessionJuly 27, 2015, Regular City Council 06 -29 -15 -R.PDF, 07 -13 -15 -R.PDF, 07 -20 -15 -WS.PDF, 07 -27 -15 -R.PDFCONSENT CALENDARThose items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion under a Consent Calendar format.  There will be no separate discussion of these items, unless a Councilmember so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered separately in its normal sequence on the agenda.Claims And PayrollSue Iverson, Director of Finance and Administrative ServicesAshley Bertrand, Accounting Analyst MEMO.PDFCounty Road E/Pine Tree Drive Improvements Payment 4John Anderson, Assistant City Engineer Round Lake Area Improvement - Payment 9John Anderson, Assistant City Engineer 2015 Pavement Management Program (PMP) Pay Estimate 3John Anderson, Assistant City Engineer PULLED CONSENT ITEMSThose items that are pulled from the Consent Calendar will be removed from the general order of business and considered separately in its normal sequence on the agenda.PUBLIC HEARINGSUnder this Public Hearing section, citizens have an opportunity to discuss ideas regarding TCAAP development.  Please be sure to complete a "Request to Appear before City Council" form (available at the back table).  Completed forms may be given to the City Clerk. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Development Discussion Opportunity For ResidentsMayor Grant County Road H/I -35 W Interchange - Municipal ConsentTerry Maurer, Public Works Director Beth Engum, Ramsey County NEW BUSINESS UNFINISHED BUSINESS COUNCIL COMMENTS ADJOURN Mayor:David Grant Councilmembers:Brenda Holden Fran HolmesDave McClungRobert Woodburn Regular City Council Agenda August 10, 20157:00 p.m. City Hall Address:1245 W Highway 96 Arden Hills MN 55112 Phone:651 -792 -7800 Website : www.cityofardenhills.org City VisionArden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long -standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play.CALL TO ORDER1.2.3.3.A.Documents:3.B.Documents:3.C.Documents:4.4.A.Documents:5.5.A.Documents:5.B.5.C.5.D.6.7.7.A.7.B. 8. 9. 10. Page 1 of 1 DATE: August 10, 2015 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers Patrick Klaers, City Administrator FROM: Jill Hutmacher, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Update The City Council approved the TCAAP Redevelopment Code and the Comprehensive Plan Amendment on Monday, July 13, 2015. The Comprehensive Plan Amendment has been submitted to adjacent municipalities and affected jurisdictions for the 60-day review process. Following the affected jurisdiction review, the Metropolitan Council will have an additional 60 days to review and comment on the document. The City has received responses from the City of Mounds View, the Mounds View School District, and MnDOT. The City of Mounds View and the School District had no comments on the Comprehensive Plan Amendment. MnDOT had minor comments which will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council. STAFF COMMENTS – 3A MEMORANDUM Page 1 of 1 DATE: August 10, 2015 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Patrick Klaers, City Administrator SUBJECT: Joint Development Authority Update The TCAAP Joint Development Authority (JDA) met on Monday, August 3, 2015. Mike Norton, Attorney for the JDA, provided a review of the JDA governance model and the permitted adjustment provisions included in Section 3 of the TCAAP Redevelopment Code. The Commissioners discussed the preliminary approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment by the City Council and the review period required before the Metropolitan Council notifies the City of their decision on the proposed amendment. STAFF COMMENTS – 3B MEMORANDUM Page 1 of 1 DATE: August 10, 2015 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers Patrick Klaers, City Administrator FROM: Terry Maurer, Public Works Director SUBJECT: Transportation Update Background A brief oral update will be provided at the meeting regarding road construction/transportation in the City of Arden Hills. STAFF COMMENTS – 3C MEMORANDUM Approved: August 10, 2015 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 29, 2015 7:00 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor David Grant called to order the regular City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor David Grant, Councilmembers Brenda Holden, Fran Holmes, Dave McClung, and Robert Woodburn Absent: None Also present: City Administrator Patrick Klaers; Director of Finance and Administrative Services Sue Iverson; Finance Analyst Dave Perrault; Public Works Director Terry Maurer; Assistant City Engineer John Anderson; Community Development Director Jill Hutmacher; Associate Planner Matthew Bachler; and City Clerk Amy Dietl PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve the meeting agenda as presented. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 2. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL Frank Rikusky, 3170 Hamline Avenue North, discussed the construction work being completed on the bridge on County Road E. He encouraged the City to continue the south sidewalk after the bridge work was done for the safety of both Bethel students and Arden Hills’ residents. Public Works Director Maurer commented that staff could provide an estimate on the sidewalk segment cost for Mr. Rikusky. He discussed the timing of this project and noted that payments from Bethel University would not begin until 2017. 3. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JUNE 29, 2015 2 A. Ramsey County Commissioner Jim McDonough Ramsey County Commissioner Jim McDonough introduced himself to the Council. He discussed the progress that was being made on TCAAP through both the City and County’s efforts. He looked forward to future development and economic stimulus on this site. He explained that the County was interested in flexibility going forward in order to achieve vitality, uniqueness, and complex developments within TCAAP. He reported that he would continue to advocate for an extension of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) A-Line to TCAAP. He provided further comment on the proposed density on TCAAP, along with the new, unique neighborhoods. He indicated that Ramsey County was interested in securing a large amount of private investment on this site as a large amount of public investment will be made. He wanted to see the City and County begin from a point of flexibility in order to have the tough conversations with future developers. He provided the Council with a letter and requested that the Council consider densities that would allow for 1,700 units on the TCAAP site. He discussed the numerous benefits of this density level noting that it would provide a greater return on investment. He thanked the Council for their time and asked for questions or comments. Mayor Grant stated that based upon Commissioner McDonough’s presentation he understood that the County was interested in flexibility, density, jobs, and transportation. He commented that transportation has been a concern for the City for quite some time given the current jobs available in Arden Hills. He proposed that the County and the Metropolitan Council pay attention to the jobs on the TCAAP site as this too would drive the transportation need. Commissioner McDonough agreed that jobs would drive transportation. He provided comment on how bigger investments would follow if the site flourished with both jobs and residential density. Councilmember Holmes explained that she has ridden the bus from Arden Hills for the past 25 years. She understood that the Metropolitan Council’s plan for the northern suburbs was to create additional park and rides. She noted that there was a park and ride at County Road H already. She believed that the BRT was an inefficient option for Arden Hills’ residents given its current route. Commissioner McDonough discussed the BRT A-Line and the light rail Green Line. He believed that these routes were quicker than driving a car downtown and offered other conveniences to transit riders. He commented that park and rides were important investments to the community, but that private investments are shown to follow the BRT. Councilmember Holden provided comment on the density proposed by the City Council stating that the City was proposing to have 9.6 units per acre. She commented that the AUAR proposed a maximum of 1,700 units on TCAAP, which was an overage of 8% given that there was a change in acreage on the TCAAP site. She recommended that the County reconsider their density needs for this site. Commissioner McDonough believed that the best starting point for density on TCAAP would be 1,700 units. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JUNE 29, 2015 3 Councilmember Holden discussed how the City’s goals and visions differed from the goals of the County. She explained that the City was proposing to have a mix of residential lot sizes. She provided comment on the discussions that the Council held with local and regional developers. She encouraged the County to remember that Arden Hills wanted this portion of the City to reflect well on the remainder of the City. She believed that the City has already made numerous compromises to meet the needs of the County. Commissioner McDonough understood that the County and the City have both worked hard to reach a shared vision for this site. He explained that the development of TCAAP has been a complex process and understood that difficult conversations would be involved. He wanted to see the 427 acres on TCAAP developed with a high quality of life. Mayor Grant suggested a joint meeting between the City Council and the County Board be held. Councilmember McClung appreciated Commissioner McDonough’s presentation this evening. He stated that there were differences between the City and the County and the groups may need to sit down together in order to align their visions. He understood the importance of flexibility on the TCAAP site and wanted to see the end product become a win-win for both the County and the City. He supported a higher density than the majority of the Council. Mayor Grant supported the County’s effort to keep the site energy efficient. He encouraged all involved to keep in mind the uniqueness of the TCAAP site, along with the overall end goals. Councilmember Woodburn supported Councilmember Holden’s comments and believed that the City has compromised a great deal already. He did not believe that the City wanted to be pushed much further. Commissioner McDonough appreciated and valued the work that has been completed by both the County and the City to date. He encouraged both parties to keep their eye on the prize going forward and to remain flexible. Mayor Grant thanked Commissioner McDonough for his presentation. He was proud of the progress that has been made to date and looked forward to working together with the County going forward. B. 2014 Audit Presentation Aaron Nielson, MMKR, reviewed the 2014 Audit results with the Council. He reported that the City received an unmodified, or clean, opinion on its financial statements, which was the highest opinion offered to municipalities. He discussed the estimated market values and tax capacity rates for the City. He then provided comment on the City’s fund balances, revenues and expenditures for 2014. He commended the City on its financial efforts and asked for questions or comments from the Council. Councilmember Holmes discussed the City’s net tax capacity and was pleased that the Arden Hills’ tax rates were quite low when compared to neighboring communities in the metro area. She commented that the Ramsey County tax rate was quite high when compared to other counties ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JUNE 29, 2015 4 in the metro area. She commented that these two rates made Arden Hills’ tax bills comparable to those of other Twin City metro area cities. Mayor Grant thanked Mr. Nielson for his thorough presentation. C. Presentation of GFOA Awards Darin Nelson, President of MnGFOA, presented the City with three awards: A Certificate of Achievement for Financial Reporting, the Outstanding Achievement in Popular Financial Annual Reporting, and the Distinguished Budget Award. He commended the City and its staff on its financial professionalism and achievements. Mayor Grant congratulated the Finance Department for receiving each of these awards. He appreciated their dedicated efforts to the City of Arden Hills. D. Night to Unite Update and Proclamation City Clerk Dietl explained that the 2015 Night to Unite will be held Tuesday, August 4th from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. If anyone is interested in hosting an event, they are encouraged to register their party with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office by Friday, July 17th. Registration information and activity packet forms are available on Ramsey County’s website (a link is also available on the City’s site) or by calling the Crime Prevention Unit at 651-266-7338. Those who are registered to host a neighborhood gathering will be visited by community officials, fire departments, and Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office representatives. A list of neighborhoods participating in Night to Unite will be sent to the City Council when it becomes available. She reported that the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office has asked the Mayor and all City Councilmembers to sign a Night to Unite 2015 Proclamation. Mayor Grant read aloud for the record proclamation declaring August 4, 2015, to be Night to Unite in Arden Hills. He encouraged all Arden Hills residents to participate in this community event. 4. STAFF COMMENTS A. Rice Creek Commons – TCAAP Update Community Development Director Hutmacher stated that the City Council preliminarily approved the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC) on May 26, 2015. The public hearing for the TRC and the Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) is scheduled for July 8, 2015, 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. It was noted that the draft TRC and CPA are posted on the City’s website with a link from the home page. Public Works Director Maurer provided comment on the preliminary infrastructure design report. He noted that this item would be discussed by the Council at a future work session. The Council directed staff to post this document on the City’s website. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JUNE 29, 2015 5 Councilmember Holden asked if a change to the TCAAP density would need to be reviewed by the Metropolitan Council and surrounding reviewing jurisdictions. Community Development Director Hutmacher explained that minor changes would not affect the timing of the review process, but any major or substantive changes may require additional time for affected jurisdiction review. She provided further comment on the TRC approval process. Councilmember Holden requested comment from staff on the recent meeting that City staff attended with the JDA Attorney. Community Development Director Hutmacher indicated that a discussion was held between staff and the JDA Attorney regarding flexibility within the TRC. She reported that the group discussed flexibility provided by the Special Development Plan provision in the TRC. Both parties determined that the TRC had a level of flexibility already written into the document. However, all parties also agreed that there was no flexibility within the document with regard to density. Mayor Grant summarized his thoughts on Commissioner McDonough’s presentation. It was his understanding that local government had authority over density. B. Transportation Update Public Works Director Maurer reported that the County Road E bridge construction was progressing nicely while work on the approaches was continuing. He anticipated that work would be completed in six weeks. Public Works Director Maurer explained that the County Road E improvements have continued and curb was poured on the north side of the road. In addition, concrete driveways would be poured this week. He reported that the lights were up on the south side of the roadway. He reported that southbound Lexington was open for traffic. Public Works Director Maurer indicated that the 35W/Highway 96 bridge interchange was in its third week of construction. He noted that the three week shut down would end on July 6th. The interchange would then be open for traffic with limited access on the north side of the bridge. Public Works Director Maurer stated that the County Road F bridge was rebid on June 5th. He stated that MnDOT has awarded this project and work is to begin mid-July. Public Works Director Maurer reported that Round Lake Road was substantially complete. A walk through would be completed after the 4th of July with the contractor and a punch list would be created. Public Works Director Maurer commented that the Grant/Noble PMP project was paved last week. He stated that Xcel was finishing its work within the Venus neighborhood. Water lines would continue to be worked on within the Venus neighborhood in the coming weeks. Mayor Grant asked when trees would be planted along County Road E. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JUNE 29, 2015 6 Public Works Director Maurer reported that the trees would be planted towards the end of the project so as not to damage the trees during construction. He anticipated that the County Road E improvements would be substantially completed at the end of July. Councilmember Holmes asked if 35W would ever be closed at Highway 96. Public Works Director Maurer commented that 35W would be closed over a weekend to take down the existing bridge. It would likely be closed a few nights to allow the bridge beams to be placed. Councilmember Holmes questioned if the Venus PMP was behind schedule and inquired if all of the work would be completed this year. Public Works Director Maurer believed that work has been delayed due to the Xcel crews. Now that Xcel has finished its pipe work, he anticipated that the project would continue as scheduled and would be completed in a timely manner. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. May 4, 2015, Special City Council Work Session B. May 4, 2015, Special City Council Meeting C. May 11, 2015, Regular City Council Meeting D. May 18, 2015, City Council Work Session E. May 26, 2015, Regular City Council Meeting MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve the May 4, 2015, special City Council work session minutes, May 4, 2015, special City Council meeting minutes, May 11, 2015, regular City Council meeting minutes, May 18, 2015, City Council work session minutes; and May 26, 2015, regular City Council meeting minutes as presented. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 6. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Item - Claims and Payroll B. Motion to Approve Planning Case 15-010 – Minor Subdivison – 3517 Siems Court C. Motion for Approval of PUD Amendment Agreement – Planning Case 14-031 – Presbyterian Homes D. Motion to Approve Planning Case 15-009 – CUP Amendment Agreement – Bethel University E. Motion to Authorize Presbyterian Homes Conduit Debt Financing F. Motion to Approve Planning Case 15-011 – Code Amendment – Parking Regulations G. Motion to Accept 2014 Audit Report H. Motion to Appoint Public Works Maintenance Worker ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JUNE 29, 2015 7 MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented and to authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 7. PULLED CONSENT ITEMS None. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Adopting and Confirming Quarterly Special Assessments for Delinquent Utilities Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson requested that the Council adopt and confirm the quarterly special assessments for delinquent utilities with Ramsey County. She discussed the process followed by City staff in order to certify these assessments with the County. She indicated that the County would be levying these assessments against properties in 2016. Staff recommended that the Council hold a public hearing and after the hearing certify the list of delinquent utility accounts to Ramsey County. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 8:32 p.m. With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 8:33 p.m. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to adopt Resolution #2015-036 – Certifying the list of delinquent utility accounts to Ramsey County. The motion carried (5-0). 9. NEW BUSINESS None. 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Recommendation on Compensation and Benefit Changes Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson explained that the Personnel Committee was making a recommendation to the Council to amend the City’s compensation and benefits. She noted that this matter was discussed by the Council in work session. She provided comment on the recommendations in detail with the Council and recommended approval of the five recommendations. Mayor Grant questioned who would be considered a “new employee”. Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson commented that a “new employee” would be anyone hired after these recommendations were approved by the Council. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JUNE 29, 2015 8 MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to change both Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve from a full one day holiday to one-half (1/2) day holiday in the p.m. and adding a floating holiday in exchange, effective January 1, 2016. The motion carried (5-0). MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to change the PTO plan as presented for all new employees effective immediately, with current employees being grandfathered in under the previous plan. The motion carried (5-0). MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to cap the City contribution to the HSA account for employees electing single coverage to $500 annually for new employees effective immediately, and current employees being capped at $1,650 annually effective January 1, 2016. The motion carried (5-0). MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to approve all updated position descriptions. The motion carried (5-0). MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to approve the new compensation plan with Option 1 effective July 1, 2015, as presented and Option 2 as anniversary dates occur from July 1, 2015, to June 30, 2016. All employees will be hired in at the new plan effective immediately. The motion carried (5-0). B. Consider Motion to Appoint Deputy Clerk Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson reported that the City received 71 applications for the Deputy Clerk position. She explained that interviews were held for the top 10 candidates and staff was recommending the hire of Julie Hanson to the position of Deputy Clerk for the City of Arden Hills at Pay Grade 10, Step 4 and PTO at a level of 12 years contingent upon satisfactory reference checks. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to appoint Julie Hanson to the position of Deputy Clerk for the City of Arden Hills at Pay Grade 10, Step 4 and PTO at the 12 year level, contingent upon satisfactory reference checks. The motion carried (5-0). 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Holmes discussed the recent Supreme Court decision regarding the Fair Housing Act of 1968. She stated that while cities may not intentionally discriminate with regard to housing, she believed that the City has made the right decision with regard to low- income/subsidized housing on TCAAP. Councilmember Holmes noted that she would not be able to participate in Night to Unite on August 4th. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JUNE 29, 2015 9 Councilmember Holmes indicated that she would not be able to attend the Planning Commission meeting on August 5th. Councilmember Woodburn commented that he would be able to attend the August 5th Planning Commission meeting. Councilmember Holden asked how the City created its consultant list. Public Works Director Maurer stated that the City created a list prior to his coming to the City and this list has been used during his tenure. Councilmember McClung indicated that the Lake Johanna Fire Department would have 24 hour staffing at two of the four stations as of July 1st. He reported that this would reduce response times for fires and emergency situations in the City of Arden Hills, Shoreview and North Oaks. Councilmember Woodburn questioned why the fire department was responding to non-medical emergencies. Councilmember McClung discussed the fire department’s protocol noting that all personnel were trained as EMT’s. He stated that he would rather see the City over respond to emergency situations, rather than under-respond. Councilmember Holden provided comment regarding the history of the fire department and noted that the department was evolving over time to respond to medial emergencies. Mayor Grant indicated that the Ramsey County Sheriff has made the City aware of a fraudulent activity taking place via telephone. He encouraged residents to be aware of this scam. ADJOURN MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Woodburn seconded a motion to adjourn. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). Mayor Grant adjourned the regular City Council meeting at 8:53 p.m. __________________________ __________________________ Amy Dietl David Grant City Clerk Mayor Approved: August 10, 2015 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 13, 2015 7:00 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor David Grant called to order the regular City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor David Grant, Councilmembers Brenda Holden, Fran Holmes, Dave McClung, and Robert Woodburn Absent: None Also present: City Administrator Patrick Klaers; City Attorney Joel Jamnik; Director of Finance and Administrative Services Sue Iverson; Public Works Director Terry Maurer; City Planner Ryan Streff; Associate Planner Matthew Bachler; and City Clerk Amy Dietl PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve the meeting agenda as presented. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 2. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL Charlie Kachel, 1520 Arden Place, commented that he has been a resident of Arden Hills for 40 years. He thanked City Administrator Klaers for his professional service to the City. He provided comment on the road reconstruction projects occurring this summer. He discussed several sewer backup concerns that have occurred in the Valentine Hills neighborhood. He encouraged the City to address this concern while the street was dug up. Public Works Director Maurer stated that backups in the past have been addressed during road reconstruction projects. He indicated that some of these sewer lines were scheduled to be lined. Mayor Grant thanked Mr. Kachel for bringing his comments forward. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 2 3. STAFF COMMENTS A. Rice Creek Commons – TCAAP Update City Administrator Klaers stated that the public hearing for the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC), TCAAP Rezoning, and the Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) was held on July 8, 2015. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve the TRC, TCAAP Rezoning, and the CPA and that public hearing comments be forwarded to the City Council for further consideration on July 13, 2015. It was noted that the draft TRC and CPA are posted on the City’s website with a link from the home page. Mayor Grant asked if the City has received any responses to date from neighboring communities. City Planner Streff reported that the City received a response from Mounds View and there were no concerns raised with the TRC or CPA. B. Joint Development Authority Update City Administrator Klaers explained that the Joint Development Authority (JDA) did not meet in July. He anticipated that the JDA would meet again on Monday, August 3, 2015 C. Transportation Update Public Works Director Maurer provided the Council with an update on the work that has been completed on the County Road E bridge over Snelling Avenue. He stated that work continues on the approaches and that the signal equipment is on site. He anticipated that the signals will be installed in the next few weeks. He reported that the contractor continues to work on County Road E. He anticipated that the south side will be completed shortly. Public Works Director Maurer reported that the 35W/Highway 96 interchange ramps are reopened. He believed that traffic is returning to its natural route. Public Works Director Maurer stated that the County Road F bridge has been awarded by MnDOT, but a preconstruction meeting has not been set at this time. Public Works Director Maurer indicated that the Grant/Noble PMP has the first lift of asphalt and the rain gardens are being worked on. The final lift will be put in place later. He stated that the Venus/Crystal neighborhoods are in the middle of water work. He anticipated that curb work will begin sometime in the next week or two. Mayor Grant asked for an update on Round Lake Road. Public Works Director Maurer reported that Round Lake Road was substantially complete and that there are only minor issues that will need to be addressed by the contractor. Councilmember McClung questioned when the 35W/Highway 96 interchange project will be completed. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 3 Public Works Director Maurer explained that the goal is to have traffic flowing over the bridge and through the interchange by the end of November. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. June 8, 2015, Special City Council Work Session B. June 15, 2015, City Council Work Session MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to approve the June 8, 2015, special City Council work session meeting minutes; and June 15, 2015, City Council work session meeting minutes as presented. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 5. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Item - Claims and Payroll B. Motion to Approve County Road E-Pine Tree Drive Improvements Payment 3 C. Motion to Approve Round Lake Road Area Improvement – Payment 8 Amended D. Motion to Approve 2015 Pavement Management Program – PMP – Pay Estimate 2 MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented and to authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 6. PULLED CONSENT ITEMS None. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Rice Creek Commons - TCAAP Development Discussion Opportunity for Residents Mayor Grant stated that under the Public Hearing section, citizens have an opportunity to discuss ideas regarding the TCAAP development. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:20 p.m. Blake Huffman, Ramsey County Commissioner, wished City Administrator Klaers well in his retirement. He then thanked the Council for all of their work on the TRC. He explained that the County Board did not have the numbers to approve the Master Plan at this time. He encouraged the Council to delay action for two weeks or until a future meeting and to reconsider their density numbers that are in the Master Plan. Lyle Salmela, 1480 Arden Vista Court, provided the Council with a handout. He discussed the potential of the County building near the primer/tracer site being used as a history and nature ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 4 center. He believed that this building could be used as an extension of the local school district for educational purposes. He provided comments on the benefits of a water tower observation classroom. Mayor Grant asked how people would reach the observation classroom. Mr. Salmela stated that this would be accomplished via stairway or elevator. He commented that both may need to be installed for safety purposes. He encouraged the school district, County and City to come together and consider this great opportunity. Councilmember Holden thanked Mr. Salmela for his presentation. She believed that this is an interesting matter for the Council to consider. Jim Ostlund, 1576 Royal Hills Drive, encouraged the Council to not put a cap on the density for TCAAP. He also wanted to see an affordable housing aspect within the development. Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 7:31 p.m. 8. NEW BUSINESS A. TCAAP  Approval of Resolution 2015-037 for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA).  Approval of Ordinance 2015-006 to Rezone the 427-acre TCAAP property.  Approval of Ordinance 2015-007 to Adopt the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC) as Section 1380 of the Arden Hills Zoning Code.  Motion to Approve Summary of Ordinance 2015-006 and Ordinance 2015- 007. Mayor Grant explained that he was contacted by the County earlier today regarding the postponement of this item. He stated that the Council could proceed in this manner or could consider approval of the TCAAP CPA, rezoning, and the TRC. Councilmember McClung asked if changes to the proposed density would restart the required 60-day review period for adjacent municipalities and affected agencies. City Attorney Jamnik advised that the density issue has always ranged from 1,300 to 1,700 units. He did not believe that reconsideration would be required if adjusted within these limits. He provided further comment on the 60-day review period. Councilmember McClung commented that he was in favor of further discussing the density issue with the County. Therefore, he supported postponing action on this item for two weeks. Councilmember Holden was in favor of the Council moving forward. She stated that she was appalled that the Mayor was receiving calls just hours before the meeting requesting a delay. She believed that the City has had enough discussion on the TRC and CPA, and supported the Council taking action this evening. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 5 Councilmember Holmes stated that the Council has been requesting meetings with the County for the past year. It was her understanding that the County Board wanted their staff to work with the City staff but never took the time to meet with the City Council. She commented that the Council has heard from the County on several occasions regarding their density concerns. She supported the density ranges within the TRC plan and recommended that the Council move forward. Councilmember Woodburn understood density was a problematic area. He supported the density within the TRC and did not believe that a two week delay would resolve this situation between the City and the County. Mayor Grant agreed with Councilmember Holden and believed that the City has heeded all suggestions from the County. He did not understand why the density number was such a hang up. He stated that perhaps the elected officials should have held additional discussions over the past year. He could not comprehend how an additional 300 units would create a “world class” development. He explained that the TRC could be amended if a developer brought a development plan before the JDA or City requesting density flexibility. Further discussion ensued regarding the approval timeline and reconsideration of the TCAAP rezoning, TRC and CPA. Councilmember Holden feared that if the TRC was opened for further consideration that this could lead to great delays in approvals as it would open the document for full reconsideration by the City Council. Councilmember Holmes understood that the County did not currently support the City’s plans. This would lead to reconsideration of the plans in two weeks. She did not believe that the City’s stance on these matters would change in two weeks. She feared that the City and the County were at an impasse. Councilmember Holden supported the County taking a formal vote on the matter. Mayor Grant believed it would benefit the County to provide the Council with numbers and for them to run through the math on the project with the City Council. Councilmember Holmes wanted to understand who from the County Board did not support the TRC and CPA and she wanted to understand the reasons why. Mayor Grant stated that he and three Councilmembers want this agenda item to move forward tonight and requested staff to make their presentation. City Planner Streff stated that since April 2013, the City has been working on a Master Plan for the 427-acre TCAAP parcel purchased by Ramsey County. The Master Plan is comprised of three components: the Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) and Mitigation Plan, the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC), and the Regulating Plan. The AUAR was approved by the City Council in the summer of 2014, and preliminary approval was given to the TRC and Regulating Plan on May 26, 2015. Together, these documents represent the community’s long-term vision for ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 6 the TCAAP redevelopment site. He reviewed in detail the actions that were being requested of the Council this evening. Mike Lamb, Kimley Horn, discussed the history of the TCAAP Master Plan and Redevelopment Code. He explained that this process has been underway for the past three years. He indicated that the AUAR and Master Land Use Plan were completed and approved by the City Council in 2014. He reported that throughout the planning process, the City has been taking comments from the public and one consistent comment has been the importance of unique, defined neighborhoods that have access to parks and trails. Residents are also interested in seeing walkability, convenient retail and entertainment, along with a mix of housing products. Mr. Lamb provided comment on the discussions held with developers. There was support for the three proposed neighborhoods as this would provide for a variety of housing styles, types and price ranges. Developers also stressed the importance of amenities for both residential and office developments. He noted that retail was becoming experience-based. He understood that securing high-quality jobs would take time. Mr. Lamb reported that the Planning Commission has been involved in the planning process by reviewing both the TRC and chapters of the CPA. Energy efficiency and sustainability were concerns for this group and this has been reflected in the code. He then reviewed the comments received from the PTRC. He indicated that comments received from the County included developing over 50% of the site for commercial/Flex Office uses with the primary location for this just west of the Spine Road and locating City parks away from high-value commercial areas. Associate Planner Bachler explained the TRC further with the Council along with the regulating plan. He discussed the amount of space that would be set aside for commercial, industrial, and residential uses. He provided comment on the development goals for the Creek, Hill, and Town Center neighborhoods as well as providing the vision for the retail, commercial, and industrial components. He reported that it was the City’s goal to have TCAAP remain pedestrian-friendly in both scale and design. He reviewed the proposed landscaping and open space requirements. He noted that there were several provisions within the Code that addressed energy efficiency and sustainability and were based on recommendations made by the Energy Resiliency Advisory Board. City Planner Streff commented that the Arden Hills 2030 Comprehensive Plan was officially approved in September 2009. While the Plan was being prepared, the City was also engaged in a community planning process to better define how the surplus land on the TCAAP property should be redeveloped. Since a final plan was not approved at the time the Comprehensive Plan was adopted, the Plan only included an overall vision for the redevelopment and preliminary elements of the potential reuse plan. The intent was for the City to amend the Comprehensive Plan once a final TCAAP redevelopment plan was approved so that any required data, such as future land use designations, housing densities, transportation infrastructure, and parks and open space resources, could be included in the Comprehensive Plan. City Planner Streff explained that as part of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment, a change in land use designation from Mixed Business and Mixed Residential to Neighborhood Residential, Neighborhood Transition, Town Center, Campus Commercial, Retail Mixed-Use, Office Mixed- ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 7 Use, Flex Office, Public and Institutional, Utility, and Parks and Open Space is being proposed. In order to proceed with these changes, the City’s Future Land Use Map would be amended to re- designate the property to reflect the changes in land use classifications. The proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment also includes updates to the following chapters and appendixes within the Comprehensive Plan to ensure compatibility with the TCAAP Master Plan. Chapter 5 provides a history of the former TCAAP site, the decommissioning process, and the transfer of federal land for redevelopment purposes. This chapter has been updated to provide an overview of the current master planning process, the status of the environmental remediation being undertaken on the site, and the expected construction schedule for public utilities and roadways and private development. Chapter 6 outlines the City’s policies regarding land use. This chapter evaluates existing land uses and sets a vision for how the community should change over time. The Future Land Use Map and land use classifications have been updated to include the land use districts identified in the TRC. The section on development capacity and net residential density has also be revised to reflect the forecasted number of residential acreage and units for the TCAAP site. Within Chapter 6 the following language was added as directed by the Council during the May 26, 2015, meeting. The language allows the Council to modify the preferred development pattern in the future as development occurs consistent with the City’s vision for the TCAAP redevelopment site. “Though the Master Land Use Plan establishes a proposed allocation of the various uses throughout the TCAAP area and illustrates the current preferred development pattern for the area, the City remains open to considering proposals from its partners or eventual developers for modifications to the Master Land Use Plan that propose different locations for the allocated uses, or on its own initiative to consider amendments to the adopted plan as development occurs or circumstances change in order to promote high quality development of the area consistent with City goals and this Plan.” Chapter 7 provides information on the City’s current housing stock, existing housing issues, such as diversity and affordability, and projected future housing needs. This chapter has been updated to included information on the projected household forecast numbers for the City based on the Metropolitan Council’s regional forecast for 2040, and the expected number of housing units and different types of housing products that will be accommodated on TCAAP. Chapter 9 discusses the existing regional and local park and recreation system and the proposed upgrades to the City’s parks and pathways. This chapter has been updated to include the proposed trail improvements and required public parks and open spaces for the TCAAP redevelopment. Updates were also made based on the approved 2013 Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Master Plan Amendment. Chapter 11 evaluates the City’s existing transportation system, looking at issues such as traffic volumes and capacity, relevant transportation studies, and multimodal transportation. The chapter also proposes a future transportation system plan. A detailed traffic study was completed as part of ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 8 the TCAAP AUAR and a summary of this study has been included in Chapter 11. Road construction and improvements to be completed in conjunction with the TCAAP redevelopment have been incorporated into the future transportation system plan. The multimodal transportation section has been updated to include the Metropolitan Council’s current consideration of extending the A-line BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) route to TCAAP. Chapter 13 summarizes the separate management plans the City has in place for water supply, sanitary sewer, and stormwater. The public facilities management plans have been updated as needed to include the recommendations from the approved AUAR. This chapter includes an overview of the proposed regional stormwater management plan for the TCAAP development. Appendix E discusses the existing and future sanitary sewer plans for the City. This appendix outlines the existing sanitary sewer system, intercommunity services, sewer volume forecast, sanitary sewer service districts, projected sewage flows, individual sewage treatment systems, infiltration/inflow, and the proposed capital improvement program to complete the sewer improvements. Appendix H in the Comprehensive Plan outlines all zoning districts within the City. In order to update the Comprehensive Plan the new zoning districts proposed in the TRC have been included in Appendix H. City Planner Streff noted that the proposed CPA will be contingent on final approval from the Metropolitan Council. In this case, the Metropolitan Council will make the final determination on the CPA, though they provide great deference to the City as long as the proposed land use change does not have a negative impact on a regional system (i.e. transportation, sanitary sewer, and regional parks). City Planner Streff explained that the City must also allow adjacent governments, affected special districts, and affected school districts up to 60 days to review the proposed amendment. This waiting period allows interested agencies to review and comment on the amendment before the Metropolitan Council review. The Metropolitan Council also has 60 days to review the CPA once the jurisdictional review is complete. Given these requirements, the City expects to receive the final determination from the Metropolitan Council for the CPA in November of 2015. City Planner Streff reported that the second component of Planning Case 15-015 is the rezoning of the 427 acre TCAAP parcel, based on the Regulating Plan that has been included in the TRC. The zoning districts depicted on the Regulating Plan will be incorporated within the City’s official Zoning Map. While the CPA will lay out the proposed future land uses for the TCAAP property, the revised Zoning Map will identify the specific zoning districts through which the land uses and goals for the TCAAP redevelopment will be implemented. City Planner Streff indicated that the City is proposing rezoning the property from Mixed Business and Mixed Residential to Campus Commercial, Civic/Open Space, Flex Office, Retail Mixed Use, NR-1 Residential, NR-2 Residential, NR-3 Residential, NR-4 Residential, Neighborhood Transition, Office Mixed Use, Open Space, Town Center, and Water Infrastructure. The proposed rezoning of the TCAAP property is consistent with the land use designations for the site as identified in the proposed Future Land Use Map. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 9 City Planner Streff stated that the TRC establishes the development and design regulations for the TCAAP property. This document will implement the community’s goals and visions for the redevelopment site as outlined in the CPA. The regulations contained within the TRC are meant to promote functional and attractive development through the use of recognized community design principles. While the TRC prescribes a higher level in detail in building design and form, the code also allows property owners and developers greater flexibility in land use and development parameters. The proposed Zoning Code Amendment in Planning Case 15-015 would adopt the entirety of the TRC as the new Section 1380 in the Arden Hills Zoning Code. City Planner Streff commented that for all properties within the TCAAP Regulating Plan area, the standards in the TRC will supersede the regulatory requirements under the Arden Hills Zoning Code (Chapter 13), Sign Code (Chapter 12), and Subdivision Ordinance (Chapter 11). However, in certain sections of the TRC, the standards within the Arden Hills City Code are adopted by reference and will also be the standards for development within TCAAP. Development standards that are not specifically addressed in the TRC will still be governed by the Arden Hills City Code to the extent they are not in conflict with the TRC. City Planner Streff reported that the Planning Commission reviewed Planning Case 15-015 at their regular meeting on July 8, 2015. The Planning Commission offers the following findings of fact for consideration: General Findings: 1. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to develop and maintain a land use pattern that strengthens the vitality, quality, and character of the residential neighborhoods, commercial districts and industrial areas, while protecting the community’s natural resources to develop a sustainable pattern for future development. 2. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to develop TCAAP in a way that accommodates a mix of land uses that is sensitive to the natural environment, economically sustainable and a benefit to the community. 3. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to promote the development, redevelopment and maintenance of a viable, innovative, and diverse business environment that serves Arden Hills and the metropolitan area. 4. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to develop and maintain a strong, vital, diverse, and stable housing supply for all members of the community. 5. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to enhance the health, safety, and well-being of all who live, work, and play in the City. 6. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to create a comprehensive, maintained, and interconnected system of parks, pathways, and open spaces, as well as a balanced program of recreational activities for residents of all ages, incomes and abilities. 7. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to preserve, protect, and restore the community’s natural resources, including open spaces, lakes, wetlands, other significant natural features, and historic resources. 8. The proposed TRC implements the vision for a walkable, mixed-use, resilient, and vibrant TCAAP development. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 10 City Planner Streff explained the findings of fact in Planning Case 15-015 support approval. However, if the City Council chooses to deny the application, the findings of fact would need to be amended to reflect the reasons for the denial. It was noted that the Planning Commission reviewed Planning Case 15-015 at their July 8, 2015, meeting and unanimously recommends approval of Planning Case 15-015 for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and adoption of the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC) as Section 1380 of the Zoning Code, as presented in the July 13, 2015, Report to the City Council, with the public hearing comments forwarded to the City Council for consideration. Mayor Grant recommended that the Council approve each of the staff-recommended items one at a time. He noted that four votes were needed for approval of some of the recommendations. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve Resolution 2015-037, a resolution adopting an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for TCAAP property. Councilmember McClung indicated that he would not be supporting any of the staff recommendations this evening. He thanked staff for all of their work. He understood that a lot of time had been put into these items, however, he believed more work needed to be done and that additional flexibility is needed to create a world class development. He feared that by limiting the flexibility, this would limit the creativity. He wanted the City to strive for something extraordinary. Councilmember Woodburn stated that the proposed CPA was not the City’s original vision for TCAAP. He believed that too large a portion was being set aside for commercial and industrial development. He also feared that the density was too high. Mayor Grant commented that he would be supporting the motion. He did not believe that plus or minus a few units would make the site a showcase. He discussed how developments have changed over the past 30 years. He encouraged the Council to keep their eyes on the prize and how this site would benefit the City in the long run. Councilmember Holden agreed that this was not a world class development given the changes in the Master Plan that have been requested by the County and which the Council has accepted. She expressed concern with the proposed amount of showroom space. She had a hard time envisioning a world class development given the level of showroom space within TCAAP. She believed that the definition of “world class” needed closer examination by both the City and the County. She explained that she would be supporting all of staff’s recommendations this evening. Councilmember Holmes discussed the lengthy history of TCAAP and she believed that the Council was bringing forward the best option for the site. She reported that the TCAAP site would be developed at a density of 10 units per acre, while the remainder of Arden Hills was between two and three units per acre. She liked that TCAAP would have a variety of housing units. She fully supported the motions from staff. The motion failed 3-2 (McClung and Woodburn opposed). ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 11 Mayor Grant questioned how the Council should proceed at this time. City Attorney Jamnik advised how the items were linked and must be approved together. Councilmember Woodburn appreciated all of the work the Council and staff had done on the CPA and TRC. He requested that the Council reconsider the CPA motion at this time. MOTION: Councilmember Woodburn moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to reconsider Resolution 2015-037. The motion carried 4-1 (McClung opposed). RECONSIDERED MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve Resolution 2015-037, a resolution adopting an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for TCAAP property. The motion carried 4-1 (McClung opposed). MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve Ordinance 2015-006, an ordinance amending Chapter 13 of the Arden Hills City Code to rezone the 427-Acre TCAAP property. Mayor Grant stated that he would have liked to have seen the retail more integrated into the residential neighborhoods; however, this was not the case. Councilmember Woodburn indicated that he had a lot of trouble passing the rezoning as proposed, but would support the motion as recommended by staff. The motion carried 4-1 (McClung opposed). MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve Ordinance 2015-007, an ordinance amending Chapter 13 of the Arden Hills City Code and adopting the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC) as Section 1380 of the Arden Hills Zoning Code. The motion carried 4-1 (McClung opposed). MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve publishing a summary of Ordinance 2015-006 and Ordinance 2015- 007. The motion carried 4-1 (McClung opposed). 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Accept City Administrator’s Retirement Letter Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson requested the Council accept City Administrator Klaers’ retirement letter effective October 2, 2015. Mayor Grant reviewed the memorandum from City Administrator Klaers in further detail with the Council. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 12 City Administrator Klaers thanked the Council for the opportunity to work for the City of Arden Hills. He commended the Council on the staff that has been assembled at City Hall. Mayor Grant wished City Administrator Klaers all the best in his retirement. MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to accept Patrick Klaers’ retirement from the City of Arden Hills as the City Administrator effective October 2, 2015, according to the terms listed in a memo from Patrick Klaers to the City Council dated July 13, 2015. The motion carried (5-0). B. City Administrator Recruitment Process Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson explained that the Personnel Committee met on June 30th and directed staff to gather proposals from two recruiting firms. She indicated that staff has completed this task and noted that the proposals ranged in price from $14,000 to $25,000. She requested that the Council discuss how to proceed and provide staff with direction. Mayor Grant suggested that the Personnel Committee review the two proposals and that a recommendation be made to the City Council that could be considered in two weeks. Councilmember Holden understood a lot of City Administrators were retiring this year. This means that there is a great deal of competition in the job marketplace. Councilmember Woodburn questioned the length of time it would take to go through the process with the recruiting firms. Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson commented that this process would take approximately 12 weeks. The Council directed staff to continue this item to the July 27, 2015, City Council agenda. 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Woodburn was pleased that there would be a meeting with dog owners in Arden Hills. Councilmember Holmes asked if the Building Inspector could address the Council Chambers and City Hall room temperature. Councilmember McClung stated that he was not angry about the results of the TCAAP votes. He was sad and disappointed at what has transpired. He indicated that there was a great deal of dissatisfaction with the documents the Council has approved, not just from himself, but from others in the community. He expressed frustration that the Council has approved documents that the entire Council was not extremely proud of. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 13 Mayor Grant believed that the TCAAP TRC and CPA were balanced and reasonable documents. Mayor Grant was pleased to report that one of the lots within Valentine Bluffs has sold and the model home was being constructed. ADJOURN MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to adjourn. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). Mayor Grant adjourned the regular City Council meeting at 9:10 p.m. __________________________ __________________________ Amy Dietl David Grant City Clerk Mayor Approved: August 10, 2015 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JULY 20, 2015 5:00 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Pro-Tem McClung called to order the City Council work session at 5:00 p.m. Councilmember Holden stated that she wanted to discuss the Council dias seating arrangement as item 1C. Present: Mayor David Grant (arrived at 5:40 p.m.); Councilmembers Brenda Holden (left meeting at 6:48 p.m.), Fran Holmes, Dave McClung, and Robert Woodburn Absent: None Also present: City Administrator Patrick Klaers; Director of Finance and Administrative Services Sue Iverson; Assistant City Engineer John Anderson; City Planner Ryan Streff; Associate Planner Matthew Bachler; Finance Analyst Dave Perrault; Accounting Analyst Ashley Bertrand; and City Clerk Amy Dietl 1. AGENDA ITEMS A. CIP Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson reviewed the preliminary 2016-2020 CIP with the Council. She noted some typos within the document and reported that Bethel University would be making payments to the City over the next several years for the trail per the agreement signed with the CUP. Mayor Pro-Tem McClung recommended that the Council begin with 2016 requests and provide comments to staff. Councilmember Holmes commented on the expense of the new water tower. She questioned why the City was responsible for the majority of this expense. She also questioned how the TCAAP Park expenses were determined. She stated that she was surprised to see how much of the City TCAAP expenses were the responsibility of the County. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – JULY 20, 2015 2 City Administrator Klaers discussed how the water tower would be funded by both the City and the County. He stated that a large portion of the water tower expense is planned to be covered through WAC fees. He stated that this financing plan is consistent with the recommendation from Ehlers. Mayor Pro-Tem McClung requested that the infrastructure information provided by Stacie Kvilvang, Ehlers, be further broken down within the project descriptions within the CIP and that the water fund be further clarified. Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson stated that she would review the information from Ms. Kvilvang and Public Works Director Maurer and have this data reclassified. Assistant City Engineer Anderson discussed the Public Works related expenses within the 2016 CIP in further detail with the Council. It was noted that all of the TCAAP improvements have been detailed in a separate report. Councilmember Holden stated that she wanted the Council to review the PMP schedule and was in favor of Floral Street being reconstructed prior to Old Snelling. Further discussion ensued regarding the reconstruction of Old Snelling. Mayor Pro-Tem McClung was in favor of the Council discussing street priorities later this fall. Assistant City Engineer Anderson reviewed the equipment expenses for TCAAP. The Council reviewed Attachment G – Projects by Departments. Councilmember Holden was in favor of pushing the 2016 gateway sign out to 2017. The Council was in agreement. Councilmember Holden questioned if the Perry Park playground equipment had to be replaced in 2016. Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson indicated that the park playground equipment is reviewed on a yearly basis. She understood that Perry Park had to be replaced in 2016. Mayor Pro-Tem McClung requested that a justification be provided for all future park playground equipment replacements. Councilmember Holden requested further clarification on the fire expenses per year. She mentioned that maybe contributions could be obtained for some fire trucks. Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson said she would provide the details in the Fire Department Capital Budget in the next draft. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – JULY 20, 2015 3 Mayor Grant arrived at the meeting at 5:40 p.m. Discussion ensued regarding the treatment planned for Karth Lake. Councilmember Holden suggested that the improvements and treatment planned for Karth Lake be pushed out or removed from the CIP until the City has additional information on the project. She suggested that the Council look at all the lakes and produce a plan for needed future improvements. The Council was in agreement with this recommendation. Mayor Grant requested that the technology and office equipment fund for 2016 be reduced to $5,000. The Council was in agreement. Councilmember Holden asked that the water tower painting and repair be pushed to 2017, as suggested by Public Works Director Maurer. The Council concurred. The Council turned their discussion to Public Works equipment. Councilmember Holmes recommended that the street sweeper be pushed out to 2017. The Council was in agreement. Councilmember Woodburn stated that he was interested in viewing the City’s fleet vehicles. Mayor Grant encouraged Councilmember Woodburn to visit the public works facility for a tour. City Administrator Klaers thanked the Council for the comments and noted that staff would revise the document and report back at a future meeting. B. Outdoor Sales and Exterior Storage Associate Planner Bachler explained that at the regular City Council meeting on April 13, 2015, staff was directed to review properties within the City with outdoor sales or exterior storage and report back to the City Council. He noted that the Community Development Department has completed a preliminary inventory of commercial and industrial properties in the B-2 and B-3 Zoning Districts. This inventory includes information on the type of business, whether outdoor sales or exterior storage are present on the property, and if the property has received approval for these activities. Associate Planner Bachler stated that for the preliminary review, staff focused on the B-2 and B- 3 Districts as most of the commercial retail properties in the City are within these two districts. Businesses that have outdoor sales or exterior storage but are not located in either district, such as ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – JULY 20, 2015 4 the Holiday Service Station on Highway 96, have not been reviewed at this time. If directed by the City Council, staff is prepared to complete a similar inventory of properties within the City’s primarily industrial zoning districts. It should also be noted that trash and service areas were not addressed because these uses are not defined as exterior storage in the Zoning Code. Staff reviewed the results of the inventory survey with the Council and requested direction on the following items: 1) Should certain types of outdoor display and sales, such as vending machines, propane tank exchanges, and ice machines, be allowed as permitted accessory uses if the principal use on the property is a vehicle service business or convenience retail store? 2) Should a separate definition be added to the Zoning Code specifically for outdoor display and sales for vehicle service businesses and convenience retail stores? 3) Should products that are displayed outdoors while a business is open and stored inside overnight, such as equipment or bicycles, be exempt from the restrictions on outdoor display and sales? 4) Should the City establish a process that would allow more extensive outdoor display and sales areas with an approved Site Plan if certain location and setback standards are met? 5) Should any changes be made at this time to the Zoning Code’s prohibition of exterior storage in the B-2 and B-3 District? Councilmember Holden questioned the zoning for the Holiday Station store. Associate Planner Bachler indicated that the Holiday Station Store on Highway 96 is zoned Gateway Business District. Mayor Grant requested that the Council address staff’s questions one at a time regarding outdoor sales and exterior storage. The Council discussed the use and location of outdoor vending machines. Associate Planner Bachler commented that he would consider Redbox video rental units to be vending machines. The Council supported the use and location of soda machines and Redbox vending units outdoors. Councilmember Holden believed that there should be separate City Code standards for gas stations and another for retail. Councilmember McClung agreed that this made the most sense. Councilmember Holden feared that shops would need further regulating if the City allowed items to be stored outdoors during the day and stored indoors at night. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – JULY 20, 2015 5 Councilmember McClung suggested that this not be an exemption and that the City review this item further. City Administrator Klaers noted that retail businesses such as secondhand book stores will often cart items outdoors during business hours and wheel them back in when closing. Councilmember Holmes recommended that the Council investigate a process that would allow more extensive outdoor display and sales areas with an approved Site Plan if certain location and setback standards are met. Mayor Grant agreed. Councilmember Woodburn was hesitant to investigate this further as he feared outdoor display areas would be difficult for the City to regulate. The Council discussed the outdoor storage that was approved for Frattallone’s in the B-2 district. Mayor Grant did not want to see the City creating additional outdoor storage in the B-2 or B-3 zoning district. Councilmembers McClung and Woodburn agreed with Mayor Grant. Councilmember Woodburn discussed the storage needs for a garden center and commented on how this was a very specific use that required outdoor sales. Councilmember Holmes did not believe that outdoor storage should be prohibited. Associate Planner Bachler stated that he would investigate this matter further, see how other cities were handling outdoor sales and storage, and report back to the Council at a future meeting. C. Council Seating at the Dais Councilmember McClung was in favor of adjusting the Council seating at the dais. He wanted to see Councilmember Woodburn moved closer to staff. Mayor Grant commented that he was in favor of keeping the City Administrator and City Attorney to his right. Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson stated that at this time, the Council is arranged by Mayor, Mayor Pro-Tem, and then the remainder of the Councilmembers by seniority. Councilmember Holmes stated that she was more than happy to be seated at the end in order to allow Councilmember Woodburn to be seated next to the Mayor Pro-Tem. The Council supported this suggestion. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – JULY 20, 2015 6 Councilmember McClung suggested that the new seating arrangement be tried and that staff investigate any audio/visual equipment that may assist Councilmember Woodburn. 2. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND STAFF UPDATES Mayor Grant indicated that he has received several emails regarding the road project on Venus Avenue. He asked if staff had received any complaints or damage claims. Assistant City Engineer Anderson stated that all complaints to date have been addressed. Mayor Grant was pleased to report that his neighborhood will be hosting two Night to Unite events. He requested that staff create a consolidated list of parties for the Council to review. Councilmember Holmes indicated that there will be Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Pacific Union Financial at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21st. Councilmember McClung encouraged the Council to find some time to discuss the Fire Department and Fire Station No. 1. He believed it would be a benefit to the City to discuss the 24-hour coverage that was now being offered to the City and the changes that may be required or desired for Fire Station No. 1. Mayor Grant recommended that this item be discussed at the August work session. Councilmember Holmes asked if staff has heard anything from the County after the City passed the TRC and CPA. City Administrator Klaers indicated that Heather Worthington has contacted the City and that the press was contacting the County for a comment on the City’s decision. It was the County’s hope to have continued conversations regarding their goals for the site. Ms. Worthington informed City staff that the County had removed two items from their agenda, which were the consideration of a master developer solicitation process and the other was consideration of spending funds for the Rice Creek meandering. He expected that Chair McDonough would be reaching out to Mayor Grant. He anticipated that there would be an article in the paper regarding TCAAP. ADJOURN Mayor Grant adjourned the City Council work session at 7:19 p.m. __________________________ __________________________ Amy Dietl David Grant City Clerk Mayor Approved: August 10, 2015 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 27, 2015 7:00 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Acting Mayor Pro-Tem Fran Holmes called to order the regular City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Brenda Holden, Fran Holmes, and Robert Woodburn Absent: Mayor David Grant (excused) and Councilmember Dave McClung (excused) Also present: City Administrator Patrick Klaers; Director of Finance and Administrative Services Sue Iverson; Assistant City Engineer John Anderson; Associate Planner Matthew Bachler; City Clerk Amy Dietl; and Deputy Clerk Julie Hanson PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Woodburn seconded a motion to approve the meeting agenda as presented. The motion carried unanimously (3-0). 2. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL None. 3. STAFF COMMENTS A. Rice Creek Commons – TCAAP Update City Administrator Klaers reported that the Council approved the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC) and the Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) on July 13, 2015. The next step is for the City to have a conversation with Ramsey County regarding these documents. He indicated that the Joint Development Authority (JDA) will be meeting next on Monday, August 3, 2015. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 27, 2015 2 B. Transportation Update Assistant City Engineer Anderson reported that signals were being installed on the ramp terminals for the TH51/County Road E project. He indicated that the metal railing will be installed on the bridge soon. It is anticipated that this bridge will be open for use on August 7th. Assistant City Engineer Anderson stated that concrete work will be completed on County Road E this week. The mill and overlay is scheduled for the week of August 3rd. Assistant City Engineer Anderson indicated that the County Road F bridge will be closed on July 30th with the demolition being completed the weekend of August 7th. He noted that 35W will be closed the same weekend the bridge comes down. Assistant City Engineer Anderson reported that work continues on the County Road 96/35W interchange. The east abutment will be complete by the end of next week. Councilmember Woodburn questioned when the Venus neighborhood project will be completed. Assistant City Engineer Anderson explained that curb and gutter will be installed this week and the entire project will be completed by the end of October. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. June 8, 2015, Regular City Council B. June 29, 2015, Special City Council Work Session MOTION: Councilmember Woodburn moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve the June 8, 2015, regular City Council minutes, and June 29, 2015, special City Council work session meeting minutes as presented. The motion carried unanimously (3-0). 5. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Item - Claims and Payroll B. Motion to Approve Planning Case 13-014 Verizon Wireless CUP – 2 Pine Tree Drive C. Motion to Approve Site Use Lease Agreement With New Cingular Wireless, PCS, LLC, FKA AT&T D. Motion to Accept 2015 2nd Quarter Actuals E. Motion to Approve Business Subsidy Criteria and City Public Financing Guidelines F. Motion to Adopt Resolution 2015-038 Authorizing the Use of New Voting System G. Motion to Approve PUD Amendment Agreement – Planning Case 15-012 Caribou Coffee ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 27, 2015 3 MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Woodburn seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented and to authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried unanimously (3-0). 6. PULLED CONSENT ITEMS None. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS None. 8. NEW BUSINESS None. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. City Administrator Recruitment Process Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson explained that the City Council accepted City Administrator Klaers’ resignation effective October 2, 2015, at its June 29th meeting. She reported that the Personnel Committee met on June 30th and directed staff to receive proposals from two firms to assist with the City Administrator recruitment process. The City received two proposals which were reviewed by the Personnel Committee. The Personnel Committee is recommending that the Council enter into a contract with Korn Ferry not to exceed $25,500 for the recruitment of a City Administrator. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Woodburn seconded a motion to enter into a contract with Korn Ferry not to exceed $25,500 for recruitment of a City Administrator. The motion carried (3-0). 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Holden noted that she would be out of town for Night to Unite which means that she will not be able to attend any of the neighborhood events in Arden Hills. Councilmember Woodburn discussed the City’s Zoning Code with regard to antennas. He believed that the current language was quite confusing. He requested that staff review the language to eliminate the ambiguity. Associate Planner Bachler commented that staff will look at the existing provisions. Acting Mayor Pro-Tem Holmes indicated that she too will be out of town for Night to Unite. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 27, 2015 4 Acting Mayor Pro-Tem Holmes stated that she attended a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Union Pacific Financial last week with Councilmember Holden. ADJOURN MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Woodburn seconded a motion to adjourn. The motion carried unanimously (3-0). Acting Mayor Pro-Tem Holmes adjourned the regular City Council meeting at 7:13 p.m. __________________________ __________________________ Amy Dietl Fran Holmes City Clerk Acting Mayor Pro-Tem Page 1 of 1 DATE: August 10, 2015 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members Patrick Klaers, City Administrator FROM: Sue Iverson, Director of Finance and Administrative Services, Ashley Bertrand, Accounting Analyst SUBJECT: Claims & Payroll Requested Action: 1. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Item – Claims and Payroll Supporting Documents: Payroll 2015 Payroll #16 .................................................................................... $ 97,073.38 Total Payroll $ 97,073.38 Accounts Payable Claims Through 08/07/2015 Paid Claims (Check No 44915-Check No 44960) ................................. $ 88,486.75 Paid Claims (Check No 44961-Check No 44964) ................................. $ 669,079.01 Total Accounts Payable $ 757,565.76 Total Claims $ 854,639.14 CONSENT ITEM - 5A MEMORANDUM CITY OF ARDEN HILLS PAYROLL # 16 CHECKS DATED: 07/31/15 Biweekly: 07/11/15 - 07/24/15 EMPLOYEE DEDUCTIONS AMT.Payment Method FIT 7,867.61 EFT SIT 3,344.61 EFT FICA Oasdi 5,218.29 EFT FICA Medicare 1,220.34 EFT TOTAL TAXES 17,650.85 Health Premium 0.00 A/P Check* Dental Premium A/P Check* FSA Health Care Reimb. 0.00 A/P Check* FSA Dependent Care Reimb. 0.00 A/P Check* TOTAL FLEXIBLE SPENDING 0.00 HSA Health Saving 0.00 Health Care Savings Plan EFT Health Care Savings Plan-2% 248.34 EFT Health Care Savings Plan-4% 180.31 EFT TOTAL HEALTH SAVINGS 428.65 PERA 4,181.62 EFT ICMA 2,248.32 EFT Central Pension Fund-Union 614.40 A/P Check* MN State Retirement System 342.91 EFT TOTAL RETIREMENT 7,387.25 IUOE 49 Dues (Union) 0.00 A/P Check* LTD/STD Insurance 0.00 A/P Check* PERA Life Insurance 0.00 A/P Check* CITY BENEFIT 5,218.29 1,220.34 6,438.63 1,131.11 42.53 1,173.64 41.67 41.67 4,824.92 268.61 5,093.53 PERA Life Insurance 0.00 A/P Check Life/Addl/Dep Life 0.00 A/P Check* Public Employee Long Term Care 0.00 A/P Check* UNUM 0.00 A/P Check* AFLAC 0.00 EFT Avesis-Vision Care 0.00 A/P Check* TOTAL VOLUNTARY 0.00 Total Employee Deductions 25,466.75 Net Payroll 0.00 Direct Deposit 58,859.16 EFT Gross Payroll Tie-Out 84,325.91 STD/LTD Gross - Up 0.00 Plus City Paid Benefit 12,747.47 ICMA Benefit Held 0.00 TOTAL PAYROLL COST 97,073.38 FICA TIE-OUT Gross Payroll 84,325.91 Less Total FSA 0.00 Plus Employer Match ICMA 0.00 Plus ICMA Benefit Held 0.00 Net P/R Subject to FICA 84,325.91 FICA Oasdi @ 6.20% 5,218.29 FICA Medicare @ 1.45% 1,220.34 Note: Federal and State Payroll Tax obligations are satisfied by means of utilizing the "Taxtel" Electronic Tax Deposit Service. Trans- fers are typically made two business days after the payroll date. * A/P Checks can be found on the ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Check Approval report. Checks may be paid this week or the following week. 0.00 0.00 Accounts Payable User: Printed: ashley.bertrand 8/6/2015 1:17 PM Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date Check No Check DateVendor NameVendor No Check Amount Invoice No ReferenceDescription 0225 Lillie Suburban Newspapers 07/29/2015ACH 06302015-LSN June 2015 Publications June 2015 Publications 78.75 06302015-LSN June 2015 Publications June 2015 Publications 226.80 305.55Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0225: 0320 Health Partners 07/29/2015ACH 60241669 August 2015 Dental Insurance August 2015 Dental Insurance 1,194.66 1,194.66Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0320: 0381 ICMA Retirement Corporation 07/29/2015ACH 15499 Q3 2015 ICMA 401 Plan Fee Q3 2015 ICMA 401 Plan Fee 250.00 250.00Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0381: 0382 ICMA Retirement Trust - 106944 07/29/2015ACH PR Batch 00201.07.2015 ICMA Employer Percent 401PR Batch 00201.07.2015 ICMA Employer Percent 401 268.61 PR Batch 00201.07.2015 ICMA Employee Percent 401PR Batch 00201.07.2015 ICMA Employee Percent 401 232.79 501.40Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0382: 0387 ICMA Retirement Trust- #302482 07/29/2015ACH PR Batch 00201.07.2015 ICMA Employee PercentPR Batch 00201.07.2015 ICMA Employee Percent 547.45 PR Batch 00201.07.2015 ICMA Employee DeductionPR Batch 00201.07.2015 ICMA Employee Deduction 1,468.08 2,015.53Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0387: 0750 Verizon Wireless 07/29/2015ACH 9748586989 Jun/July 2015 Phone Bill Jun/July 2015 Phone Bill 120.06 9748802158 Jun/July 2015 Phone Bill Jun/July 2015 Phone Bill 961.28 1,081.34Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0750: 1001 Sprint/Nextel Communications 07/29/2015ACH 196110738-026 Jun/July 2015 Phone Bill Jun/July 2015 Phone Bill 169.09 169.09Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 1001: 1041 Aaron Thelen 07/29/2015ACH 07272015-AT 7/20-7/21 Mileage Reimbursement 7/20-7/21 Mileage Reimbursement 26.88 26.88Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 1041: 1223 Adam's Pest Control, Inc.07/29/2015ACH 2259977 July 2015 Pest Control July 2015 Pest Control 62.54 62.54Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 1223: 5025 Sara Grant 07/29/2015ACH 07222015-SG1 5/28-6/16 Expense Report 5/28-6/16 Expense Report 75.60 07222015-SG1 5/28-6/16 Expense Report 5/28-6/16 Expense Report 41.76 Page 1AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (8/6/2015 1:17 PM) Check No Check DateVendor NameVendor No Check Amount Invoice No ReferenceDescription 07222015-SG1 5/28-6/16 Expense Report 5/28-6/16 Expense Report 43.33 07222015-SG2 6/17-7/1 Expense Report 6/17-7/1 Expense Report 75.60 07222015-SG3 7/2-7/21 Expense Report 7/2-7/21 Expense Report 92.40 328.69Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 5025: 5589 Independent Officials Association, LLC.07/29/2015ACH 579 5/28-6/4 Umpiring Services 5/28-6/4 Umpiring Services 546.00 588 6/8-6/11 Umpiring Services 6/8-6/11 Umpiring Services 468.00 606 6/15-7/2 Umpiring Services 6/15-7/2 Umpiring Services 1,352.00 2,366.00Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 5589: 5594 Sheila K Training 07/29/2015ACH 23 HR Supplies HR Supplies 180.00 180.00Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 5594: ALPI Allegra Print & Imaging 07/29/2015ACH 144676 July 2015 Newsletter July 2015 Newsletter 1,219.10 1,219.10Total for this ACH Check for Vendor ALPI: LACI Sports Unlimited 07/29/2015ACH AMMINICAMP-SU 7/20-7/24 AM Mini Camp 7/20-7/24 AM Mini Camp 355.00 355.00Total for this ACH Check for Vendor LACI: MNLI Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc 07/29/2015ACH 12089 June 2015 City Hall Prairie Maintenance June 2015 City Hall Prairie Maintenance 215.00 215.00Total for this ACH Check for Vendor MNLI: 6482 Chuckwagon Catering 07/29/201544915 106819 2015 Community BBQ 2015 Community BBQ 632.53 632.53Total for Check Number 44915: 1033 Comcast 07/29/201544916 44271-0715 July 2015 TV Services July 2015 TV Services 8.41 8.41Total for Check Number 44916: UNST Department of the Treasury 07/29/201544917 07282015-UNST Form 720 Q2 2015 Payment Form 720 Q2 2015 Payment 45.76 45.76Total for Check Number 44917: 0339 Ferguson Waterworks 2516 07/29/201544918 0151190 PW Parts PW Parts 518.64 518.64Total for Check Number 44918: 1372 Hillcrest Animal Hospital 07/29/201544919 11116-0615 June 2015 Animal Control Services June 2015 Animal Control Services 105.50 105.50Total for Check Number 44919: 0210 Kath Fuel Oil Service 07/29/201544920 517390 PW Parts PW Parts 113.26 113.26Total for Check Number 44920: Page 2AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (8/6/2015 1:17 PM) Check No Check DateVendor NameVendor No Check Amount Invoice No ReferenceDescription KITJ Jeff Kittelson 07/29/201544921 07222015-3420 Driveway Escrow Permit Release Driveway Escrow Permit Release 10,045.00 10,045.00Total for Check Number 44921: 5665 Metering & Technology Solution 07/29/201544922 3981 Water Meter Supplies Water Meter Supplies 2,494.00 2,494.00Total for Check Number 44922: 5552 NLD Arden Hills, LLC 07/29/201544923 07222015-11016 Walgreens Landscape Escrow Release Walgreens Landscape Escrow Release 15,839.25 15,839.25Total for Check Number 44923: 6073 Northstar Inspection Service, Inc 07/29/201544924 07272015-NIS July 2015 Inspection Services July 2015 Inspection Services 390.00 390.00Total for Check Number 44924: 0155 Office of MN IT Services 07/29/201544925 W15060695 June 2015 Phone Bill June 2015 Phone Bill 716.51 716.51Total for Check Number 44925: 7025 On Site Sanitation 07/29/201544926 59136 July-August 2015 Restroom Rental July-August 2015 Restroom Rental 460.00 460.00Total for Check Number 44926: 0330 Pioneer Press 07/29/201544927 1503734-2016 2016 Subscription Renewal 2016 Subscription Renewal 340.60 340.60Total for Check Number 44927: 0298 Pitney Bowes-Meter Service 07/29/201544928 7212665-JY15 May-July 2015 Postage Lease May-July 2015 Postage Lease 1,241.34 1,241.34Total for Check Number 44928: 2151 Ramsey Conservation District 07/29/201544929 61015AE Q2 2015 Inspections Q2 2015 Inspections 134.04 61015AE Q2 2015 Inspections Q2 2015 Inspections 449.12 61015AE Q2 2015 Inspections Q2 2015 Inspections 6,327.14 6,910.30Total for Check Number 44929: 0435 SAM's Club 07/29/201544930 341054146349315 2015 Membership Renewal 2015 Membership Renewal 45.00 45.00Total for Check Number 44930: 0327 Staples Business Advantage 07/29/201544931 3270489283 Office Supplies Office Supplies 12.79 3270489286 Office Supplies Office Supplies 64.19 3270560081 Office Supplies Office Supplies 70.64 3270560082 Office Supplies Office Supplies 90.86 3270560083 Office Supplies Office Supplies 34.32 272.80Total for Check Number 44931: 0208 UniSelect USA 07/29/201544932 039108883 PW Parts PW Parts 37.10 Page 3AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (8/6/2015 1:17 PM) Check No Check DateVendor NameVendor No Check Amount Invoice No ReferenceDescription 37.10Total for Check Number 44932: 50,486.78Total for 7/29/2015: 0602 US BANK 08/03/2015ACH Dietl-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges 290.00 Dietl-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Holden 435.74 Dietl-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Holmes 435.74 Grant-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-City Hall Keys June/July 2015 CC Charges 27.36 Grant-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-City Hall Flag June/July 2015 CC Charges 55.59 Grant-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Adult Softballs June/July 2015 CC Charges 102.58 Grant-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Playground Paint June/July 2015 CC Charges 21.41 Grant-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-PTRC June/July 2015 CC Charges 110.07 Hutmache-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-P&Z Training June/July 2015 CC Charges 20.00 Iverson-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Refund Supplies June/July 2015 CC Charges -382.87 Iverson-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Rec Supplies June/July 2015 CC Charges 439.49 Iverson-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Employee Recruitment ExpenseJune/July 2015 CC Charges 42.56 Mooney-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges 50.00 Mooney-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-PW Parts 31.75 MSchifsk-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-PW Parts 25.17 Scherbel-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges June/July 2015 CC Charges 100.00 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Penny Carnival SuppliesJune/July 2015 CC Charges 145.99 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-P&R Supplies June/July 2015 CC Charges 16.72 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Playground Supplies June/July 2015 CC Charges 145.70 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Penny Carnival SuppliesJune/July 2015 CC Charges 225.41 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Field Trip Supplies June/July 2015 CC Charges 600.00 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Field Trip & Playground SuppliesJune/July 2015 CC Charges -101.50 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Playground Craft SuppliesJune/July 2015 CC Charges 10.69 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Field Trip Supplies June/July 2015 CC Charges 16.25 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Field Trip Supplies June/July 2015 CC Charges 272.00 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Penny Carnival SuppliesJune/July 2015 CC Charges 194.98 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Field Trip & Playground SuppliesJune/July 2015 CC Charges 27.49 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Playground Supplies June/July 2015 CC Charges 16.03 Thelen-060715 June/July 2015 CC Charges-Field Trip & Playground SuppliesJune/July 2015 CC Charges 28.98 3,403.33Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0602: 3,403.33Total for 8/3/2015: 0192 Grainger, Inc 08/06/2015ACH 9786983990 PW Parts PW Parts 287.76 9792012651 PW Parts PW Parts 91.52 379.28Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0192: 0453 Continental Research Corp.08/06/2015ACH 422946-CRC-1 PW Parts PW Parts 247.00 247.00Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0453: 0940 Zee Medical Services 08/06/2015ACH 54056447 PW/Finance First Aid Supplies PW/Finance First Aid Supplies 100.85 54056447 PW/Finance First Aid Supplies PW/Finance First Aid Supplies 95.90 196.75Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0940: 1110 Pitney Bowes 08/06/2015ACH Page 4AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (8/6/2015 1:17 PM) Check No Check DateVendor NameVendor No Check Amount Invoice No ReferenceDescription 07232015-PB July 2015 Postage July 2015 Postage 605.36 07232015-PB July 2015 Postage July 2015 Postage 19.99 07232015-PB July 2015 Postage July 2015 Postage 583.05 1,208.40Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 1110: 1252 Campbell Knutson - Attorneys at Law 08/06/2015ACH 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-Admin June 2015 Legal Fees 140.00 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-Admin June 2015 Legal Fees 1,120.00 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-Admin June 2015 Legal Fees 140.00 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-Inspections June 2015 Legal Fees 15.40 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-Escrow June 2015 Legal Fees 365.33 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-Escrow June 2015 Legal Fees 1,358.00 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-EDA June 2015 Legal Fees 210.00 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-Escrow June 2015 Legal Fees 463.35 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-P&Z June 2015 Legal Fees 70.00 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-PC 14-036 June 2015 Legal Fees 32.78 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-Inspections June 2015 Legal Fees 126.00 3231G-0615 June 2015 Legal Fees-TCAAP June 2015 Legal Fees 910.00 4,950.86Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 1252: 1408 Supply Solutions 08/06/2015ACH 6572 City Hall Supplies City Hall Supplies 50.00 50.00Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 1408: 3117 Jill Hutmacher 08/06/2015ACH 08052015-JH Jan-July 2015 Expense Report Jan-July 2015 Expense Report 49.28 08052015-JH Jan-July 2015 Expense Report Jan-July 2015 Expense Report 48.00 97.28Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 3117: 4889 Community Footworks 08/06/2015ACH 0802015-CF August 2015 Foot Clinic August 2015 Foot Clinic 380.80 380.80Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 4889: 6060 Batteries Plus 08/06/2015ACH 029-558849 PW Parts PW Parts 105.95 105.95Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 6060: 0285 Xcel Energy 08/06/2015ACH 465451322 County Road E Street Lighting County Road E Street Lighting 323,216.40 323,216.40Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 0285: 0600 315800-NCPERS Minnesota 08/06/201544933 3158815 July 2015 Payroll Deductions July 2015 Payroll Deductions 64.00 64.00Total for Check Number 44933: 1323 AICPA 08/06/201544934 10614165 2015 Dues 2015 Dues 69.00 69.00Total for Check Number 44934: 3350 Asphalt Driveway Company 08/06/201544935 1551 Watermain Break Repair Watermain Break Repair 3,383.00 3,383.00Total for Check Number 44935: Page 5AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (8/6/2015 1:17 PM) Check No Check DateVendor NameVendor No Check Amount Invoice No ReferenceDescription 6047 Avesis Third Party Administrators, Inc 08/06/201544936 15I5970-IN August 2015 Vision August 2015 Vision 10.86 10.86Total for Check Number 44936: UB*00131 Muriel Bebeau 08/06/201544937 Refund Check 137.58 137.58Total for Check Number 44937: 0131 Beisswenger's How-To Store 08/06/201544938 610780 PW Parts PW Parts 10.68 619531 PW Parts PW Parts 84.17 621692 PW Parts PW Parts 14.78 623048 PW Parts PW Parts 16.16 623292 PW Parts PW Parts 14.00 623316 PW Parts PW Parts 14.78 629152 PW Parts PW Parts 10.78 629285 PW Parts PW Parts 10.78 631270 PW Parts PW Parts 6.54 632316 PW Parts PW Parts 75.36 258.03Total for Check Number 44938: CPF1 Central Pension Fund 08/06/201544939 07312015-CPF July 2015 Contributions July 2015 Contributions 1,704.96 1,704.96Total for Check Number 44939: 0342 City of Shoreview 08/06/201544940 5584 2015 Valley Fair Reimbursement 2015 Valley Fair Reimbursement 77.25 77.25Total for Check Number 44940: 1785 EcoEnvelopes 08/06/201544941 1438 July 2015 UB Processing & Postage July 2015 UB Processing & Postage 438.73 1438 July 2015 UB Processing & Postage July 2015 UB Processing & Postage 438.74 1438 July 2015 UB Processing & Postage July 2015 UB Processing & Postage 438.74 1,316.21Total for Check Number 44941: 0339 Ferguson Waterworks 2516 08/06/201544942 0152121 PW Parts PW Parts 262.41 262.41Total for Check Number 44942: 0176 Frattallone's Hardware, Inc.08/06/201544943 066010-A PW Parts PW Parts 30.97 066038-A PW Parts PW Parts 39.57 066154-A PW Parts PW Parts 9.99 80.53Total for Check Number 44943: UB*00132 Michael Giel 08/06/201544944 Refund Check 200.00 200.00Total for Check Number 44944: 0447 I.U.O.E Local 49 Benefit Fund-Insurance 08/06/201544945 08152015-IUOE September 2015 PW Benefits September 2015 PW Benefits 1,200.00 Page 6AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (8/6/2015 1:17 PM) Check No Check DateVendor NameVendor No Check Amount Invoice No ReferenceDescription 1,200.00Total for Check Number 44945: 8081 Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc 08/06/201544946 6880922 June 2015 Snelling Bridge Expenses June 2015 Snelling Bridge Expenses 1,367.65 1,367.65Total for Check Number 44946: LAZA Lazarus Enterprises 08/06/201544947 831 Office Supplies Office Supplies 14.00 14.00Total for Check Number 44947: 5138 League of MN Cities Ins. Trust 08/06/201544948 30343 2015 Worker's Comp Audit Final Payment 2015 Worker's Comp Audit Final Payment 4,979.00 4,979.00Total for Check Number 44948: 0557 David Leiser 08/06/201544949 07302015-DL 2015 Basketball Camps 2015 Basketball Camps 4,017.00 4,017.00Total for Check Number 44949: 0214 LTG Power Equipment 08/06/201544950 192314 PW Parts PW Parts 2.20 2.20Total for Check Number 44950: 5696 Mayer Arts Inc.08/06/201544951 07302015-MA 2015 Summer Theater Class 2015 Summer Theater Class 2,256.00 2,256.00Total for Check Number 44951: 5443 Metro Products, Inc.08/06/201544952 109613 PW Parts PW Parts 158.62 109670 PW Parts 316.74 475.36Total for Check Number 44952: 1330 MN CLN SERVICES LLC 08/06/201544953 0815NN01 July 2015 Cleaning July 2015 Cleaning 1,478.75 1,478.75Total for Check Number 44953: 3565 MPLS Moose Bar & Grill 08/06/201544954 07282015-JA 2015 Fall Softball Refund 2015 Fall Softball Refund 340.00 340.00Total for Check Number 44954: MULTA Multicare Associates 08/06/201544955 70521-0715 2015 Drug Testing 2015 Drug Testing 119.00 119.00Total for Check Number 44955: UB*00133 Scott Murphy 08/06/201544956 Refund Check 4.78 4.78Total for Check Number 44956: 0811 Ramsey County 08/06/201544957 PUBW-014724 June 2015 Mulch Hauling June 2015 Mulch Hauling 1,186.19 Page 7AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (8/6/2015 1:17 PM) Check No Check DateVendor NameVendor No Check Amount Invoice No ReferenceDescription 1,186.19Total for Check Number 44957: 5576 Schindler Elevator Corp.08/06/201544958 7152187535 2015 Elevator Maintenance 2015 Elevator Maintenance 396.44 396.44Total for Check Number 44958: 1387 Standard Insurance Company 08/06/201544959 147490-0815 August 2015 LTD/STD/Life Insurance August 2015 LTD/STD/Life Insurance 1,542.12 1,542.12Total for Check Number 44959: 1343 The Kiplinger Letter 08/06/201544960 0368450-2015 2015 Subscription Renewal 2015 Subscription Renewal 38.00 38.00Total for Check Number 44960: 0319 City of Roseville 08/06/201544961 0220461 Q2 2015 Water Bill Q2 2015 Water Bill 238,227.21 238,227.21Total for Check Number 44961: 0447 I.U.O.E Local 49 Benefit Fund-Insurance 08/06/201544962 07.20.2015-IUOE September 2015 PW Benefits September 2015 PW Benefits -1,060.00 08.15.2015-IUOE September 2015 PW Benefits September 2015 PW Benefits 10,600.00 9,540.00Total for Check Number 44962: 0811 Ramsey County 08/06/201544963 SHRFL-001420 July 2015 RC Sheriff July 2015 RC Sheriff 90,489.32 90,489.32Total for Check Number 44963: 8045 Springsted Incorporated 08/06/201544964 2 Comp Study Final Billing Comp Study Final Billing 7,606.08 7,606.08Total for Check Number 44964: 703,675.65Total for 8/6/2015: Report Total (76 checks): 757,565.76 Page 8AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (8/6/2015 1:17 PM)