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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 09-26-1983 , Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills Monday, September 26, 1983 - 7:30 p.m. Village Hall Call to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Woodburn called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Roll Call . Present - Mayor Robert Woodburn, Councilmen Thomas Mulcahy Michael Christiansen, Diane McAllister, Dale Hicks Absent - None Also Presen.t - Treasurer Donald Lamb, Public Works Supervisor Bud Johansen,. Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm. Approval of Minutes Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of September 12th be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Business from the Floor None REPORT OF PUBLIC WORK SUPERVISOR BUD JOHANSEN Bids for Truck and Plow Council was referred to Johansen's memo (9-20-83) relative to Truck and Equipment Bids received. After discussion, Christiansen moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council accept the Boyer Ford bid in the amount of $36,466.00, and the Macqueen Equipment bid in the amount of $14,496.00, for delivery in 1984. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Bids for Repair of Public Works Building Roof Council was refer~ed to Johansen's memo (9-20-83 and 9-23-83) re two bids received. Johansen reported that both companies will use the same materials; All Weather Roof will guarantee work for 3 years, Keehn Brothers will guarantee the work for 10 years. After discussion, Hicks moved, seconded by Christiansen, that Council award the bid to Keehn Brothers in the amount of $8900.00. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) . O.J.T. Student Approval Council was referred to Johansen's memo of 9-22-83 recommending the employment of Steve Kriz as the O.J.T. S~udent Employee during the 83-84 school year. Christiansen moved, seconded by Mulcahy, that Council authorize the employment of Steve Kriz, as per memo of 9-22-83, at $3.50 per hour. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Leaf Disposal Site - Status Report Johansen reported that the City's work is completed; noted that the Town Crier will advertise the opening for a person to "man the site" for the approximate 54 hours the site will be open. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting September 26, 1983 Page Two " Hamline/Snelling Cross-over Johansen reported s minor erosion problem on Hamline Avenue resulting from the new construction; noted that water washes over the blacktop edge; will advise the State of the problem. Finance Committee Recommendations - 1984 Proposed Budget Council was referred to a transparency of the Summary of Finance Committee Recommendations 9-22-83, and to Finance Minutes of 9-22-83. Council reviewed the proposed budget in detail; concurred with the Business License fees as recommended by the Finance Committee, effective 1-1-84, with the exception of the mechanical ~musement devices fee which is to remain at $40/device, reducing the proposed General Fund Revenue by $1,040. . In discussion of proposed General Fund Expenditures, the purchase of a word processor vs. addressograph was discussed. Budget amount was left unchanged. It was noted that Council will consider going over budget on this item if a word processor is determined to be a wise investment. Whether the funding of the Youth use of tax money was discussed. to fund Y.S.B. for another year. Service Bureau is an appropriate No budget change was made; concurred Council concurred to authorize an expenditure of $200 for Municipal Caucus dues, increase the cost of truck #1 expenditure from $9000 to $30,000 and to decrease the transfer from General Fund to Fund 226 by $3,995, increasing the General Fund Expenditures to +$8,405. In discussion of Self-Sustaining Recreation Fund Council concurred to retain fee of $5.00/child. (no T-shirt) In Park Fund discussion, concern was expressed relative to possible over-build of tennis courts (4 in one year). After discussion, no change was made. Concern was expressed by Mulcahy relative to the proposal to levy to the limit allowed; feels City should levy for absolute needs, not for future anticipated expenditures. In discussion, the need to save for snticipated large expenditures (sewer interceptor, water tower, etc.) was expressed. It was noted that the building of a reserve actually results in a savings for the residents in interest rates. It was noted that by levying to the limit, and thus building up a reserve, the City is not spending, but saving for capital improve- ments (vs. deficit spending.) After discussion, it was suggested that as much of the levy as possible be placed in the Utility Funds, (suggested: $13,435 _ Water Utility and $100, 265 - Sewer Utility) Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council concur with the . Finance Committe's recommendations as outlined (9-22-83), with the changes made tonight, and adopt Resolution No. 83-49, APPROVING SUMS OF MONEY TO BE LEVIED FOR LEVY YEAR 1983 PAYABLE IN'1984, AND AMENDING THE LEVY ON 1972 IMPROVEMENT BONDS SERIES 2 AND 1977 GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS. Motion carried (Hicks, McAllister, Christiansen, Woodburn voting for the Motion) Mulcahy voting in opposition. (4-1) Minutes of Regular Council Meeting September 26, 1983 Page Three Amendments to Proposed 1984 Budget GENERAL FUND . Revenue Increase interest rate to 9% Use 1979 UBC rates for building permits Increase Mobile Home tax estimate Sale of Parks gas heaters Delete Sale of Ul0 pickup Mechanical amusement devices at $40 Decrease tax levy Expenditures Charge 30% of Park Director and 25% of Clerk Typist salary and fringes to Fund 226 Transfer from General Fund to Fund 226 Employer paid Health Insurance Delete Council Chamber recarpeting New Clerk Typist at lower salary Clerk Typist PERA/FICA Decrease Bonds and Insurance Increased cost of Truck #1 Change liquid line marker model Rink Attendants salary at $3.00 Rink Maintenance Delete Ul0 Public Works pickup Decrease Street equipment rent Council dues and subscriptions SELF-SUSTAINING RECREATION FUND Revenue Interest Transfer from General Fund Expendi tures Administrative Office Salaries Park Salaries PERA/FICA Employer paid Health Insurance SHADE TREE DISEASE CONTROL Expendi tures Employer paid Health Insurance WATER UTILITY . Revenue Increase Interest rate to 9% Delete sale of #10 pickup Tax levy Expenditures Employer paid Health Insurance Delete Ul0 pickup Reduce equipment rent Total Total Total Total Total Total + 7,000 +10,750 + 850 + 150 600 - 1,040 -34,205 -17,095 -14,645 + 1,005 + 2,175 - 1,800 - 2,100 325 800 +30,000 - 2,000 225 200 - 2,500 300 + 120 + 8,405 40 + 1,005 + 965 + 2,810 + 9,050 + 1,445 + 1,340 + 14 ,645 + 680 + 6,200 600 +13,435 +19,035 + 490 - 2,500 400 - 2,410 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting September 26, 1983 Page Four SEWER UTILITY FUND Revenue Increase interest rate to 9% Delete Sale of #10 pickup Increase tax levy Total + 3,000 600 +20,770 +23,170 Expenditures Employer paid Health Insurance Delete #10 pickup Reduce equipment rent Delete 1/1 study Total + 680 - 2,500 500 -20,000 -22,320 . INTEREST INCREASES IN OTHER FUNDS Federal Revenue Sharing Park Fund Refunding Bonds Impr. Bond Series 2 Impr. Bond Series 3 Temp. Impr. Bonds Permanent Impr. Revolving 1I.otal 390 6,000 6,400 9,000 29,000 18,000 9,000 +77,790 The 1984 Budget as adopted, establishes the following property tax levy: General Fund Shade Tree Disease Control Temporary Bond Fund Water Utility Fund Sewer Utility Fund Total $640,295 8,000 62,500 13,435 100,265 $824,495 Pubiic Hearing, Proposed Use of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds - 8:30 p.m. The Public Hearing was opened by Mayor Woodburn, and Clerk Administrator McNiesh verified that the notice of Hearing was published in the New Brighton Bulletin on Thursday, September IS, 1983. After determining that there were no comments from the audience, the public hearing was closed. After review of the Finance Committee recommendations of 9-22-83, McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council adopt the following uses of Federal Revenue Sharing balances and entitlement funds through December 31, 198+, in the amount of $33,000: Public Works Department Equipment Parks Department Equipment $ 29,000 $ 4,000 $ 33,000 . Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Budget Resolutions: Resolution No. 83-50 - Certifying Special Assessment Installment to Ramsey County for Collection with Taxes (Roseville Water Connection). Resolution No. 83-51 - Certifying Special Assessment Installments for Diseased Tree Removal to Ramsey County for Collection with Taxes. Resolution No. 83-52 - Certifying Special Assessments for Delinquent Sewer and Water Accounts to Ramsey County for Collection with Taxes. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting September 26, 1983 Page Five Hicks moved, seconded by Mulcahy, that Council adopt Resolution Nos. 83-50, 83-51, and 83-52. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Hamline Access to County Road E - George Salitros (Deferred to next Council meeting) REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB Investment . 9-19-83 - $700, 368.67 at Twin City Federal for two months at 9.52%, to mature 11-18-83. Hicks moved, seconded by Christiansen, that Council ratify the Treasurer's investment. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Request for Referendum to Permit Council to Issue On-Sale Intoxicatin~ Liquor License In Excess of the Number Now Permitted by Law McNiesh reported that she received a phone call from the applicant today requesting that the matter be withdrawn from . the agenda. Resolution No. 83-53, Approving Agreement with County of Ramsey for Law Enforcement Services for the Year 1984 McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council adopt Resolution No. 83-53. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Public Safety Committee Recommendations: Ordinance re False Alarms - Council reviewed the Public Safety Committee recommendations and concerns (Minutes of, 9-19-83) re fire alarms, possible grace period for new installations, fees for false alarms. After discussion, Council deferred action, pending receipt of proposed ordinance draft from Shoreview's City Attorney. It was suggested that Group Homes for elderly, children, and handicapped might be given special consideration; also discussed was the possibility of a $50 fee for alarms in excess of a certain number. Request for Stop Si~n on Royal Lane at Floral Drive. After discussion, Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council authorize the installation of a "Stop"sign on Royal Lane at Floral Drive. Motion carried (Hicks, McAllister, Christiansen, Woodburn voting in favor of the motion: Mulcahy voting in oppo~ition). (4-1) "r,wX..;.<.fI,<.. . Proposed Solid Waste Incinerator in New Bri~hton McAllister reported that the Public Safety Committee recommends that the City request an environmental impact study: noted that meeting will be in St. Anthony on October 11th. In discussion, it was queried how much more study is needed; appears there will be no odors. Concern was expressed that the incinerator will produce steam, and will generate dust, air pollution and noise. McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council take no action at this time. Motion carried (McAllis ter, Hicks, Mulcahy, Woodburn voting in favor of the motion Christiansen voting in opposition) . (Christiansen expressed concern that the incinerator could negatively impact our environment.) Minutes of Regular Council Meeting September 26, 1983 Page Six OTHER BUSINESS Board of Appeals Meeting Hicks advised of a Board of Appeals meeting on Thursday, September 29th at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Hall; reported that he cannot attend as liaison. Mulcahy will try to attend the meeting. Fire Board Meeting McAllister reported that a Fire Board meeting has been scheduled relative to land for proposed new fire station. . REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE McNIESH Request for Street Light at Colleen/Hamline Request was referred to the Public Safe,ty Committee for its recommendations to Council; applicant to be advised of meeting date and invited to attend. October Council Meeting Schedule McNiesh reported that the Regular Council meeting of October 10th must be re-scheduled because of the Columbus Day Holiday. Hicks moved, seconded by Christiansen, that Council schedule a Special Council Meeting on Tuesday, October 11th and a Regular Council Meeting on Monday, October 31st. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Secretary for Committee Meetings Mulcahy moved, seconded the employment of Helen Meetings at $5.25/hour. by McAllister, that Council authorize Schmidt as Secretary for Committee Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) 1983-84 Dues - The Municipal Caucus (Approved in 1984 Budget, as adopted) Claims and Payroll Hicks moved, seconded by Christiansen, that Council approve the Claims and Payroll as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Agreement McNiesh reported that EPA authorization for the water service construction, north of Highway 96, on Highway 10 is anticipated this week; referred Council to Substate Agreement and State Grant Agreement Between Minnesota Pollution Control ,Agency and Ci ty of Arden Hills, wich can then be executed by the City. . McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council authorize the execution of the Agreement, contingent upon authorization by EPA to provide Super Fund financial assistance. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Appeal of Assessments (Impr, No. SS-W-P-ST-81-3), Rhoda and William Behr Council was referred to McNiesh's memo of 9-26-83, advising that Behrs plan to appeal this assessment of $23,474.95. McNiesh read letter, received today from Mr. and Mrs. Behr, and reported she also received a Senior Citizen Affadavit, completed by William Behr, applying for deferral of assessments, declaring a Senior Citizen hardship. I . . . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Sep tembe r 26, 1983 Page 7 After discussion, McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the Senior Citizen deferment for William Behr for 5 years. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) City of Ramsey Request for Arden Hills' Assistance to Help Defray Lawsuit Costs. Council was referred to McNiesh's memo re rationals for request. No action was taken. Adjournment Christiansen moved, seconded by Hicks, that the meeting adjourn at 12:50 a.m. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) ~.fi/;z;L Charlotte McNiesh - Clerk Administrator fd~~ Mayor Notice of Council Meetings: Tuesday, October 11th - Special Council Meeting at 7:30 p.m., Village Hall. Monday, October 31st - Regular Council Meeting at 1:30 p.m., Village Hall.