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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
I NEW BRIGHTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MONDAY, JUNE 24, 1996, 7:30 P.M.
I 7:30 P.M. 1. Call to order/roll call
I 7:30 P.M. 2. Agenda Adoption
7:35 P.M. 3. Approval of Minutes
I a. May 28, 1996, Regular Council Meeting
b. June 17, 1996, Council Worksession Meeting
I 7:40 P.M. 4. Consent Calendar
a. Claims and Payroll
I 7:45 P.M. 5. Public Comments
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.. 7:50 P.M. 6. Unfinished and New Business
a. Extension of OneComm Agreement
I b. Resolution #96-42, Approving Local Performance Aid
c. Resolution #96-26, Approving MetropolitanLivable Communities Act
Action Plan for 1996
I d. Planning Case #96-06, Tousley Front Yard Variance, 3248 Sandeen Road
e. Planning Case #96-07, Holiday Inn Site Plan Review, 1201 West County
Road E
I f. Resolution #96-43, Approving Cooperative Trails Grant
g. RFQ for Architectural Services
I 9:00 P.M. 7. Administrator Comments
9:10P.M. 8. Council Comments
I 9:20 P.M. 9. Adjourn
I The above times may vary depending upon length of issue discussion.
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July 3 Planning Commission 7:30 P.M. August 7 Planning Commission 7:30 P.M. -
July 8 Council Meeting 7:30 P.M. August 12 Council Meeting 7:30 P.M. I
July 15 Council Worksession 4:30 P.M. August 15 Public Works/Safety 7:30 P.M.
July 17 Economic Dev. Committee 8:00 A.M. August 19 Council Worksession 4:30 P.M. I
July 18 Public Works/Safety 7:30 P.M. August 2\ Economic Dev. Committee 8:00 A.M.
July 23 Park & Rec. Committee 7:00 P.M. August 22 Finance Committee 7:30 P.M. I
July 25 Finance Committee 7:30 P.M. August 26 Council Meeting 7:30 P.M.
July 29 Council Meeting 7:30 P.M. August 27 Park & Rec. Committee 7:00 P.M. -
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I CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
I' MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
I FROM: Brian Fritsinge~, City Administrat@
I SUBJECT: Administrator Comments for June 24, 1996 Council Meeting
DATE: June 17, 1996
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1. Approval of Minutes
I The Council is asked to approve the minutes from the May 28, 1996 Regular and
June 17, 1996 Worksession meetings.
I 2. Consent Calendar
a. Claims and Pavroll
I The Council is asked to approve claims and payroll for the period most recently
ended in the amount of$150,108.23.
Ie 3. Unfinished and New Business
I a. OneComm Al!reement
The Council is asked to consider an extension of the agreement with OneComm to
place antennas on the Red Fox Water Tower. Staffis recommending that if the
I request is approved, payment of the monthly lease rate begin immediately.
b. Resolution #96-42. LPA
I The Council is asked to adopt Resolution #96-42, Approving Local Performance
Aid. The adoption of this resolution simply states that the City does not have a
I system of performance measures for services and it is in the process of developing a
system of performance measures. This action allows the City to qualify for LP A in
1997 should it be available. Currently the Arden Hills aid is estimated at
I approximately $10,000.
Resolution #96-26 Livable Communities Act
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I The Council is asked to adopt Reso1ution-#96-26, Adopting the 1997 Livable
Communities Act Action Plan. The City is required under the Metropolitan Livable
Communities Act to prepare an action plan for meeting the established housing goals
I negotiated in 1995 with Metropolitan Council. Staff continues to support the
premise that Arden Hills goals and action plan be directly liked to the development
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d. Plannin~ Case #96-96. Tousley I
The Council asked to approve the Front Yard Variance for Tousley, 3248 Sandeen
Road. The Planning Commission reviewed and recommended approval of this
request at its June 5, 1996 meeting. I
e. Plannin~ Case #96-07. Holiday Inn
The Council is asked to approve the Site Plan Review for the Holiday Inn, 1201 I
West County Road E. The Planning Commission reviewed and recommended
approval of this request at its June 5, 1996 meeting.
f. Resolution #96-43. Cooperative Trails Grant I
The Council is asked to adopt Resolution #96-43, Approving Cooperative Trails
Grant Funds. This action is related to the discussions held several months ago in I
regards to the 1996 trail project.
g. RFO for Architectural Services I
The Council is asked to approve action directing staff to proceed with the
preparation of an RFQ for architectural services for a new city hall. The schedule for ..
this undertaking is outlined in the June II, 1996 memorandum fro:n staff.
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I' MINUTES
I CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 28,1996
I 7:30 P.M. - NEW BRIGHTON FAMILY SERVICE CENTER
I CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
I Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Probst called to order the regular City
Council meeting at 7:30 p.m.
I Present: Mayor Dennis Probst, Councilmembers Beverly Aplikowski, Dale
Hicks, Susan Keirn, Paul Malone.
I Also present were: City Administrator, Brian Fritsinger; City Accountant, Terry
Post; Public Works Superintendent, Dwayne Stafford; Community Development
Ie Director, Kevin Ringwald; Recreation Director, Cindy Walsh; City Attorney, Jerry
Filla; Consulting City Engineer, Greg Stonehouse; and Recording Secretary, Cathy
Sorensen.
I ADOPT AGENDA
I MOTION: Malone moved and Keirn seconded a motion to adopt the agenda for the May
28, 1996, Regular City Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously
(5-0).
I PUBLIC HEARING - OLD HIGHWAY 10 WATERMAIN PROJECT
I A. Resolution #96-35, Ordering the Improvement and Preparation of Plans and
Specifications in the Matter of the Old Highway 10 Watermain Improvement of
1996
I Mayor Probst opened the public hearing at 7:32 p.m.
I Greg Stonehouse, City Engineer, reported that the City held an informational meeting on
April 29, 1996, to discuss the Old Highway 10 Watermain Project. He stated a number of
I questions were raised at this meeting relating to the future bike trail, method of assessments,
and the project's impact on existing landscaping.
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He stated that five fire hydrants are proposed to be installed, in the Wedgewood A venue area,
serving 19 residents. He stated the total project cost would be approximately $91,300, paid for I
with a combination of the City's water utility fund and property assessments.
Mr. Stonehouse stated the cost ofthe watermain installation is estimated to be $28.60 per I
front foot. He stated it was proposed at the informational meeting that assessments be
calculated as if both sides of the street were being assessed, therefore reducing the cost to
$22.50 per front foot or $4,100 per lot. I
Mr. Stonehouse stated the work is proposed to correspond with the Ramsey County
resurfacing project of Old Highway 10: He stated the County also wants to pave four feet I
beyond the existing pavement edge for shoulders. He stated there is sufficient room in the
right-of-way to do this. He has also determined that the water line will be ten feet closer to the
homes than originally proposed. This is due to the location of the existing sanitary sewer line. I
He stated that sod will be placed over the areas once construction is complete.
Mr. Stonehouse stated if the project is approved, plans and specifications would be determined I
by June 6th, bidding beginning on July 8th, construction beginning July 15th, with
completion scheduled by August 16th.
Mayor Probst verified that publication of the public hearing occurred. He also eXplained that --
the resolution before the Council was ordering the improvement and preparation of plans and I
specifications for the watermain project, and that assessments would be due and payable when
individual homes are connected. He stated another public hearing would be scheduled for the
assessment portion of the project, but this hearing has not been established yet. I
Mr. John Grudnoske, 4439 Highway 10, inquired about the trail. Mr. Stonehouse replied
that the four-foot paved shoulder will be striped up to the lawn, and is not a trail, only a I
shoulder.
Mr. Gerald Grudnoske, 4405 Highway 10, inquired about the proposed trail. Mayor Probst I
replied that the trail is a long-term project and no funding is available now to complete it.
Ms. Jeanne Winiecki, 4471 Highway 10, inquired if the new ten-foot setback included for I
the watermain would affect the utility poles. Mr. Stonehouse replied that the utility poles
would either be supported or moved, not placed underground.
Hearing no further comments, Mayor Probst closed the public hearing at 7:43 p.m. I
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I MOTION: Mal~ne moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to approve Resolution #96-
I 35, Ordering the Improvement and Preparation of Plans and Specifications in
the Matter of the Old Highway 10 Watermain Improvement of 1996, The
motion carried,unanimously (5-0).
I Mayor Probst stated that notices will be sent to residents regarding the public hearing for
assessments once it is scheduled.
I PUBLIC HEARING - 1996 STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
I A. Resolution #96-34, Adopting Final Assessment Roll (5 Year)
B. Resolution #96-36, Adopting Final Assessment Roll (8 Year)
I Mayor Probst opened the public hearing at 7:45 p.m. He verified publication and notice of
this public hearing.
I Mr. Stonehouse explained that the 1996 street improvement project included street
reconstruction of Oak A venue, Pascal A venue, and Eide Circle, repavement of McCracken
Lane, and recycling of Ridgewood Court.
Ie Mr. Stonehouse gave an overview, including Minnesota State Statute 429, application of the
I City's Assessment Policy, and typical residential assessments. He stated that property owners
are assessed for improvements adjacent to their property, based on the benefit to their
property.
I Mr. Stonehouse eXplained that the City portion of the street improvement project is funded
by ad valorem taxes, MSA funds, County turnback funds andutilility funds. He cited recent
I street improvement projects at Old Snelling Avenue, Tiller Lane, Bussard Court, and County
Road F.
I Mr. Stonehouse stated a typical assessment would be approximately $3,250, payable over five
or eight years at eight percent interest.
I Mr. Stonehouse stated the estimated construction bid amount was $371,000, with the actual
bid being $377,500. He stated based on that amount, the resulting assessment would be $30.32
I per front foot for Oak Avenue, Pascal Avenue, and Eide Circle. He stated that McCracken
Lane rehabilitation would be assessed at $16.44 per front foot, Ridgewood Court recycling
assessment would be $8.80 per front foot, and the routine bituminous overlays and sealcoating
I would be assessed at $5.42 per front foot.
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Mayor Probst explained the public hearing process to the audience. He stated that staff I
provided an overview of the assessment policy in the letters sent to the residents affected, and
noted that a resident's portion of property taxes would have to be increased by approximately I
20 percent if the City did not have an Assessment Policy.
Walter Benjamin, 1605 Oak Avenue, stated his assessment cost was based on 114.23 front I
feet. He inquired if a performance bond is required of the construction company, and if a
rebate could be applied to the assessment if the company does not complete the project on I
time.
Mr. Stonehouse stated a performance bond is required by the City for project completion, and I
a liquidated damage clause is included for approximately $450 per day if the project is not
completed on time.
Mr. Boyd Paulu, 3782 McCracken Lane, stated he supported the need for the project, but I
noted that McCracken Lane is 32 feet wide with curb and gutter, is 20 years old, and should
have had a longer life. He stated the rest of the neighborhood received a street overlay years I
ago, while McCracken Lane did not. He stated the benefit from reconstruction is a benefit to
the City in reduced maintenance costs, not to the individual property owners.
Mr. Stonehouse replied that street overlays are part of the Pavement Management Program, --
and the rest of the neighborhood is paying $5.42 per front foot for this improvement. I
Mr. Paulu stated the City's pavement management program is costing benefiting property
owners 25 percent more in assessments, while it would only increase their total tax bill by I
three percent if included as part of a comprehensive street maintenance program. He stated
the City should levy for all the costs of overlay projects and should not assess for this type of
work. I
Ms. Rhonda Behr, 1401 West County Road E, stated her property front foot calculation is
on the side, not the front, and that she consented in 1986 to pay an assessment to avoid an I
eight percent interest cost. She stated that as a result of a lawsuit, the City reimbursed her for
the assessment cost, and therefore is contesting the current assessment. She stated she has a
corner lot, and an appraiser informed her that there is no increased value to her for a corner I
lot, but is getting assessed higher because of it.
Mr. Stonehouse stated Ms. Behr's home straddles both lots and subdivision is not possible. I
Mr. Bernard Levander, 3550 Siems Court, stated Dwayne Stafford, Public Works I
Superintendent, answered his question prior to the meeting regarding improved water
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I Mr. Levander also inquired about street access during the construction period. -Mr.
Stonehouse replied that construction will include grinding of the existing bituminous, rolling,
I and packing. He stated there will be brief times during the day when there will be no access,
but will always be access at the beginning and end of the day and 24-hour emergency access.
I Ronald Christianson, 1438 Arden Oaks Court, submitted a letter objecting to the
assessment because he is being assessed for the street portion that his back yard borders on
I Pascal Avenue, which is of no benefit to him. Mayor Probst explained that Mr.
Christianson's total assessment cost was not calculated as a gross amount of all property
borders but was a net figure and then adjusted. He noted that part of the construction will
I include a significant improvement to the drainage problem, and will benefit Mr. Christianson.
Mr. Stonehouse explained that Mr. Christianson's assessment was calculated as a weighted
I difference, combined, then reduced.
Mr. Steve Herbst, 3799 McCracken Lane, submitted a letter for the record to Mr.
I Fritsinger. He stated he objected to the front foot calculation of 127 feet. He stated he lives
on the corner of McCracken Lane, and his front footage is really 91.4 feet. He stated the
majority of his neighbors were assessed a lesser amount. Mr. Herbst showed a graphic of his
.. lot with easements over 30 percent of his lot, rendering it unusable.
I Mr. Andrew Kuehn, 3581 Ridgewood Road, stated that due to the position of his home he
is being assessed higher than his neighbors, but has no objection if the drainage problem is
corrected. Mr. Stonehouse stated the drainage problem will indeed be corrected.
I David Barnier, 1624 Chatham Avenue, inquired if the 135.76 front foot calculation is the
entire lot. He stated he has already paid the Chatham Avenue assessment. Mr. Stonehouse
I replied that this calculation is the McCracken assessment.
Mr. Barnier stated there is no storm drainage outside of the right-of.way, only subsurface
I drainage. Mr. Stonehouse stated he would have to review and see if something can be done to
correct the drainage problem there, as he was unaware of it.
I Mr. Jim Johnson, 1535 Lake Johanna Boulevard, read a letter into the record stating his
objection to the assessment.
I Mr. Charlie Roach, 1628 Oak Avenue, inquired about the method of calculation of front
footage. He stated he is being assessed at 155 feet, while his lot is actually 115. Mr.
I Stonehouse stated that a recalculation had already been done for Mr. Roach's lot at 148.75,
which decreased the assessment amount by $200.
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Mr. Roach inquire~ how the front footage was calculated. Mr. Stonehouse stated it varied in I
different areas, but that his particular lot was calculated by the deep lot method.
Mr. Roach inquired about the, construction period. Mr. Stonehouse stated construction would I
begin by late June and be completed by September,
Mr. Gene Schmidt, 1628 Chatham Avenue, inquired if McCracken Lane was overlayed five I
years ago as Chatham A venue was, would residents be assessed today at the amount they are. I
Councilmember Malone stated the City was out of funds at the time and could not overlay
McCracken Lane. He stated he could not say if the assessment cost would be less or not if an
overlay had occurred. Mr. Schmidt stated it would be a large penalty for the residents to pay I
if overlaying was a mistake five years ago.
Mr. Ochiaga, 1539 Oak Avenue, inquired if parking alternatives could be arranged for Oak I
Avenue. Mr. Stonehouse stated there is more construction planned for Oak Avenue, include
sub-cutting of sections beneath the pavement. He stated there would be periods during the
day where no access will be possible, but there will be emergency access 24-hours per day, and I
access at the beginning and end of each day in all types of weather.
Mayor Probst stated that Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Albjerg of 1680 Oak Avenue had previously ..
submitted a letter of objection to the CounciL Mr. Fritsinger stated there were no other
formal assessment objections.
Mayor Probst inquired of the process of addressing the several objections identified. Jerry I
Filla, City Attorney, stated that state statute requires that each objection be responded to. Mr. I
Filla reiterated each individual objection.
Mayor Probst inquired if each objection must be resolved before closing the public hearing. I
Mayor Probst noted a letter was submitted from Steve Flanagan of 1469 Arden Oaks Drive
objecting to the assessment. He stated that the west two-thirds of the Flanagan property is I
located within the Rice Creek Watershed easement.
Mr. Schmidt noted that his is a corner property on both Chatham Avenue and McCracken I
Lane.
Mr. Herbst asked for clarification of the 30-day appeal process. Mr. Filla stated that in order I
to reserve one's right to appeal the assessment, an objection must be filed this evening. Mayor
Probst clarified that the 30-day appeal is through the court system.
Councilmember Hicks noted that the Schmidt property driveway is on Chatham Avenue, I
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I' Mayor Probst closed the public hearing at 8:39 p.m.
I Mayor Probst inquired if the Council should attempt to resolve each of the nine objections
filed or direct that staff try to ,resolve before the next Council meeting.
I Brian and Jane Hecht, 1620 Oak Avenue, stated they would like to file an objection to the
assessment as well, based on the fact that part of their lot is unusable. Ms. Hecht stated she
I did not understand that an objection must be filed this evening, and was stating after the
public hearing had been closed. Mayor Probst stated he would accept the objection.
I Council member Malone inquired if the Roach property (1628 Oak Avenue) front footage had
been adjusted. Mr. Stonehouse stated the current assessment roll did reflect the adjustment,
along with the Flanagan (1469 Arden Oaks Drive) property.
I Councilmember Malone stated that the Christianson (1438 Arden Oaks Court) property front
footage had already been adjusted, and was appropriate in his opinion.
I Councilmember Malone stated the Albjerg (1680 Oak Avenue) property does benefit from the
Ie street, and that the original assessment was 220 feet, calculating to $6,300 assessment cost. He
stated the adjusted assessment cost of $3,700 was appropriate in his opinion.
I Councilmember Hicks inquired if the Barnier (1624 Chatham Avenue) and Smith (1644 Oak
A venue) properties had been credited for the previous assessments. Mr. Post replied that they
had been credited.
I Mr. Barnier stated he would appreciate any assistance the City could give in eliminating the
drainage problem. Mr. Stonehouse stated he would review the area.
I Council member Hicks inquired if the Johanson, Barnier, and Hecht properties could be split.
Mr. Stonehouse stated that based on the topography, steep side slope, and extensive
I landscaping, it would not be possible.
Council member Hicks noted that the Barnier (1624 Chatham Avenue) property does not use
I the street to access, but if there is no assessment than the taxes would be increased. He stated
the two properties have a valid case in his opinion.
I Councilmember Hicks stated the Hecht property (1620 Oak Avenue) is similar to the Roach
property (1628 Oak Avenue) with a narrow front and rear lot width. Mr. Stonehouse stated
I the weighted average calculation had been applied to this property, and the lesser assessment
calculation had been applied. Councilmember Hicks stated that the Hecht property
it assessment was then fair in his opinion.
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Councilmember Keirn suggested discussing each objection and coming to a conclusion this ..
evening. Mayor Probst stated he was concerned about discussing each one among the
Council, and suggested staff work with each individual and come back to the next Council I
meeting. He stated he did n01; agree with Councilmember Hicks to eliminate the Johnson
(1535 Lake Johanna Boulevard) and Behr (1401 West County Road E) properties from the
assessment roll. I
MOTION: Malone moved and Hicks seconded a motion to approve Resolution #96-36,
Adopting Final Assessment Roll-8 Years, with the following properties tabled I
until the June 10, 1996, Regular City Council Meeting:
Roach, 1628 Oak A venue I
Johanson, 1535 Lake Johanna Boulevard
The motion carried unanimously (5-0). I
MOTION: Malone moved and Hicks seconded a motion to approve Resolution #96-34, I
Adopting Final Assessment Roll-5 Years, with the following properties tabled
until the June 10, 1996, Regular City Council Meeting:
Schmidt, 1628 Chatham Avenue ..
Herbst, 3799 McCracken Lane
Barnier, 1624 Chatham Avenue I
Behr, 1401 County Road E
Christianson, 1438 Arden Oaks Drive
The motion carried unanimously (5-0). I
Mayor Probst stated that staff will be contacting the individual property owners identified to I
address the issues raised before the June 10th Council meeting,
Mayor Probst stated the three objections that were denied can appeal through the court I
system.
Greg Smith, 1644 Oak Avenue, inquired what the difference was between the contract price I
and total estimated project costs. Mr. Stonehouse replied that the additional costs were from
engineering and administrative overages, and were reflected in the assessment roll. I
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I- APPROVAL OF ~INUTES
I May 13, 1996, Regular City Council Meeting:
I Page 9, paragraph 3, change "AMM" to "Metropolitan Council and Builders
Association of the Twin Cities".
I May 20, 1996, Council W orksession Meeting:
Page 1, letter a, paragraph 3, change "Northwest Youth's Family Services" to
I "Northwest Youth and Family Services",
Page 2, letter b, paragraph 3, change "Mr. Stafford updated Council on issues not
I moving forward..." to "Mr. Stafford updated Council on issues now moving
forward...".
I Page 2, letter b, paragraph 3, change "...to accommodate off-peak requirements." to
"...to accommodate off-peak filling requirements."
.. Page 2, last paragraph, change "...impact of a property freeze..." to "...impact of a
property tax freeze...".
I Page 3, first line, change "to review the size of the existing City vehicle fleet..." to
"to review the size of the existing City vehicle and equipment fleet...".
I Page 3, letter a, last line, change "...highest priorities from the earlier strategic off-
site meeting." to "...highest priorities from the earlier off-site strategic planning
I meeting. "
MOTION: Keirn moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to approve the May 13 and
I May 20,1996, Regular Council Meeting and Council Worksession minutes as
corrected. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
I CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Committee Appointments
I Mayor Probst noted that there will be three Finance Committee appointments; Mr.
Roger Aiken, Mr. Dan Knutson, and Mr, Terry Nygaard.
I B. Receive 1995 External Audit Report from Abdo, Abdo & Eick
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MOTION: Malone moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to approve the Consent I
Calendar as presented, and authorize execution of all necessary documents
contained therein. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). I
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Probst invited the audience to address the Council on any issue not already on the I
agenda.
There were no public comments at this time. I
UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS I
A. Resolution #96-29. Accepting Bid and Authorizing Execution of Contract in the
Matter of the 1996 Street Improvement Project I
Greg Stonehouse, City Engineer, reported to the Council that staff is recommending accepting
the bid and authorizing execution of a contract in the matter of the 1996 street improvement ..
project to T.A. Shifsky & Sons. He stated that bids received were in the range of $380,000 to
$434,000, with T.A. Shifsky & Sons' bid at $379,973.43. I
Council member Aplikowski inquired if the City has used T.A. Shifsky & Sons in the past.
Mr. Stonehouse stated they had done satisfactory work for the City in 1991, and have done I
projects in Roseville and other surrounding cities.
Council member Malone concurred with Mr. Stonehouse, and stated T.A. Shifsky & Sons did I
the milling work for the City a few years ago, and he was personally very pleased with the
work they did.
MOTION: Hicks moved and Malone seconded a motion to approve Resolution #96-29, I
Accepting Bid and Authorizing Execution of Contract in the Matter of the
1996 Street Improvement Project. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). I
B. Planning Case #96.04. Bethel College Site Plan Review and SUP
Kevin Ringwald, Community Development Director, reported for the Council that the I
petitioner is requesting approval of an amendment to their Master Plan to provide for an I
expansion to an existing parking lot adjacent to the Seminary Village at the Bethel Campus.
He stated the proposal would increase the total number of parking spaces in this parking lot to
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I' Mr. Ringwald state~ the Planning Commission recommended approval of the amendment to
I the Master Plan with the following conditions:
1. Modification of the parking lot design by eliminating the western most parking space
I on the southern row of parking; and
2. Provision of the parking spaces consistent with Exhibit A, page 1 of 1, as attached to
I Mr. Ringwald's May 8,1996, supplemental memorandum.
Mr. Ringwald noted that several members of the Planning Commission were displeased with
I Bethel College for choosing to amend their Master Plan and not update it. He stated this
displeasure prompted the Planning Commission to unanimously forward the following
resolution for the City Council's consideration:
I WHEREAS, the original Master Plan for Bethel College was generated in 1978; and
I WHEREAS, several amendments to the Master Plan have been requested by Bethel
College in the immediate past; and
.. WHEREAS, as previously stated to the City of Arden Hills Planning Commission by
Bethel College, the student population has significantly changed since the original
I Master Plan was generated;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that all future proposals will be reviewed
I in strict conformance with the Master Plan and the City should strongly encourage
Bethel College to update its Master Plan.
I Mr. Craig Hjelle, Bethel College, stated the college recognizes the need to update its Master
Plan, and will begin doing so this summer. He stated they need more definition of how the
Master Plan conforms to the Special Use Permit (SUP), and want to serve the students in the
I best way possible.
Mr. Hjelle stated the college has seen a significant shift in the number of vehicles that are
I parking on campus in the last several years, therefore the need for the amendment to increase
the parking spaces. He stated the college will likely have to restrict cars on campus at some
I point. He also stated he was unable to attend the Planning Commission meeting due to the
date change of that meeting by the Planning Commission and would have been able to address
the Commission's concerns at that time had he attended.
I MOTION: Malone moved and Keirn seconded a motion to approve Planning Case #96.04,
~ Bethel College Site Plan Review and SUP, based on the conditions outlined by
the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
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C. Planning Case #96-01. Amble Final Plat and Variance. 1211 West Amble Road -I
Mr. Ringwald reported to the Council that the applicant is requesting approval of a final plat I
consisting of four lots on a 2.99 acre parcel zoned R.1 Single Family Residential District. He
stated the request also includes a variance to allow the use of a private drive rather than a
public street. I
Mr. Ringwald stated the Planning Commission recommended approval of the preliminary
plat on March 6, 1996, and was approved by the Council on March 25, 1996 based on the I
following conditions:
1. Provision of the required driveway easement prior to final plat approval; I
2. Provision of adequate sediment and erosion control measures;
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3. Payment of the appropriate park dedication fee;
4, Provision of a driveway which is consistent with the requirements of the Fire I
Code; and
5. Provision of signage at the southerly edge of the driveway (West Amble Road) ..
which identify the addresses located on the private driveway.
Mr. Paul Amble, 1209 West Amble Road, read into the record the attached letter to the I
City Council, expressing the family's objection to the required six percent park dedication fee.
Mayor Probst stated he understood the applicant's position, but stated that once the final plat I
is approved, the lots created are lots of record and could be sold. He stated that historically
park dedication has consistently been applied to lots based on six percent of their value, and I
that is how the park dedication fee has been determined for these lots.
Councilmember Hicks stated he agreed with Mayor Probst that the policy has been uniformly I
applied.
Councilmember Aplikowski inquired when park dedication fees are due and payable when no I
money is being transferred as in this case. Mayor Probst replied that park dedication fees are
payable before a building permit is issued. I
Mr. Amble stated that only one home will be built at this time, as the other home has not
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I' Councilmember M;tlone stated he appreciated the Amble's position, but that park dedication
I has been uniformly applied. He suggested placing a lien on the property requiring park
dedication fees to be paid to the City prior to any sale of any property on the plat.
I Mayor Probst stated another option is to pay park dedication on the parcel being constructed
on.
I Council member Keirn stated a lien may cause problems for the applicant when they apply for
any construction loans from the bank.
I Mr. Filla stated the City had the option of a payment plan, but suggested over a limited period
of time, such as 18 months,
I Mayor Probst inquired if the applicant felt that no park dedication was due. Mr. Amble
replied they were willing to pay their portion, but since the family members were not new
residents to the City the full fee should not be required,
I Councilmember Malone inquired if the park dedication fee has consistently been applied. Mr.
.. Filla stated that since 1988 the park dedication fee has been consistently applied, with six
percent being expressed as a maximum for the gross dwelling units within the 0-2 range per
acre.
I Councilmember Aplikowski inquired if the fee could be decreased. Mr. Filla replied it could
be decreased at the Council's discretion, anywhere from zero to six percent.
I Mr. Fritsinger referred the Council to the memo from Cindy Walsh, Parks and Recreation
Director, for her recommendation on park dedication fee calculations,
I Mayor Probst stated if the plat were a new development, the City would require a six percent
park dedication fee for each lot.
I Mayor Probst inquired if the final plat could be approved and require any building permits
subject to payment of the park dedication fee.
I Mr. Ringwald stated the value of the land is determined before utilities are installed, and he
I estimates an approximate value of $82,000 per lot. Mr. Filla stated utility costs may be
approximately $15,000 to $20,000 per lot.
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MOTION: Malone moved and Keirn seconded a motion to approve Planning Case #96-01,
Amble Final Plat and Variance, 1211 West Amble Road.
Councilmembe,r Hicks amended the motion including subject to resolving the I
park dedication fee before any building permits are issued, the staff to work I
with the applicant to determine an appropriate value for the lots.
The motion carried unanimously (5-0). I
ADMINISTRATOR COMMENTS
Mr. Fritsinger clarified that the Oak Grove Trust reimbursement will not be $26,000, but I
instead 68 percent of the total amount. Mayor Probst stated the reimbursement would be
paid over time with zero interest, with two payments in 1996 and one payment in 1997. I
Mr. Fritsinger stated the County has notified the City that its portion of paving of the
shoulders for the Highway 10 resurfacing project will be between $14,000 and $19,000. He I
stated he is working with Mr. Stonehouse on this issue, as the City was unaware that it would
be responsible for any portion of paving at this time, and had not budgeted for this expense.
COUNCIL COMMENTS ..
Council member Malone inquired if the City was aware of the shoulder paving cost I
participation. Dwayne Stafford, Public Works Superintendent, stated it was presented as an
option at first, but the County is proposing it be completed now. I
Mayor Probst inquired if the concrete shoulders will be removed. Mr. Stafford stated the
concrete will be smashed on site. I
Councilmember Malone stated the Metropolitan Council has formulated a growth option
policy and has disagreed with the Builder's Association. He stated he has a draft policy and I
would welcome any comments from the Council.
Councilmember Hicks stated there should be no option to make payments on the Oak Grove I
Trust reimbursement amount, and that the amount should not be 68 percent but the entire
amount. He stated that the City should consider writing Congress and protesting this
decision. Mr. Fritsinger stated the reimbursement would be coming from the State, not the I
Federal Government, and that the City may not see any reimbursement depending on future
legislative changes.
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I Mayor Probst stated he attended the Congressman Vento press conference, and re-emphasized
that activities are occurring on the Twin City Armory Ammunition plant site. He stated it
I may be five to ten years before it is complete, but strong partnerships are being built with
many groups, Mayor Probst requested that Staff have the task force begin modifying the
Comprehensive Plan based ori this activity.
I Mayor Probst and Council extended its congratulations to Ms. Walsh on completing her
Master's Degree.
I Mayor Probst stated the re-opening of Perry Park will be on Saturday, June 1, 1996. He
stated the park is a first-class facility, and thanked all those involved for their contributions to
I the park, He stated that contributions have thus far totaled approximately $166,000.
I Mayor Probst stated the Northwest Youth and Family Services' fundraising event is scheduled
for Wednesday, June 5, 1996, at 7:00 a.m. Mayor Probst stated Mr. Fritsinger and he will be
meeting representatives from Bethel College to discuss a cash donation at this event.
I Mayor Probst stated developers are now actively acquiring property at the Gateway Business
Park, and that the City should begin seeing activity within the Park.
II Mayor Probst noted that the Minneapolis Star and Tribune recently had articles about two
former Arden Hills mayors, highlighting their activities and appointments.
I Council member Hicks inquired if it would be possible to publish donation amounts from the
individuals and businesses who contributed to the Perry Park project. Ms. Walsh stated that
I Staff had intended to do so. Mayor Probst noted that permission must first be received to
release the dollar amounts before publication.
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MOTION: Malone moved and Hicks seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting at
I 9:45 p.m. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
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NOTICE OF MEETINGS
I The next regular City Council meeting will be held June 10, 1996, at 7:30 p.m. at Army
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WORKSESSION
JUNE 17, 1996
4:30 P.M. - PUBLIC WORKS GARAGE LUNCHROOM
I CALL TO ORDERfROLL CALI.
I Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Dennis Probst called to order the City Council
Worksession at 4:35 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Beverly Aplikowski, Dale Hicks and Paul
Malone; City Administrator, Brian Fritsinger; Public Works Superintendent, Dwayne Stafford;
I and Community Development Director, Kevin Ringwald. Councilmember Susan Keirn arrived
at 5:00 p.m.
I Miscellaneous
a. Joint Ice Arena
I Mayor Probst briefly updated the Council in regards to the discussions involving the
proposed joint ice arena in Blaine. The Council did not express an interest in attending
I the joint meeting scheduled for later in the evening.
Roundtable Discussion
.. a. Committee Renorts/Council Comments
Councilmember Malone discussed recent actions taken by the Planning Commission and
I expressed concern about lack of decision making. Staff was directed by Council to
discuss this issue with the Chair and Vice Chair of the Commission.
I Mayor Probst commented on the donation received from Bethel College intended for the
Perry Park project. Council concurred these funds should be used to assist with the
playground structure.
I Administrator Fritsinger reviewed the recent discussions held by the Human Rights
Committee. The Council debated the merits of a task force versus committee
I arrangement.
I Other issues raised by Council included the following:
staff review County CIP for County Road F turnback and Stowe A venue costs for the
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I City of New Brighton
. staff review raised manhole on Gramsie Road
. staff review fence located on east side of Ashbach property for conformance with City
I Code requirements
. staff review second home on County Road E, east of Pascal Avenue, for problems
it with swimming pool
. staff review building permits for construction taking place at home on comer of
County Road E and New Brighton Road.
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Councilmember Aplikowski and Mayor Probst reviewed their participation in the recent LMC
Annual Conference. Reference was made to increase future participation and a need for
additional strategic planning. I
City Issues - Short Term
a. 1997 Budget - Capital Improvement Plan I
Staff reviewed the prop'osed 5 year CIP plan for parks, public works and administration.
Council indicated that staff may want to consider purchasing new computers rather than
upgrading the current system and get on a three-year schedule of replacement. I
The Council then discussed the impact of the City Hall on the CIP. Council concurred I
with the assumptions outlined by staff. Mayor Probst explained his concern regarding the
decision to use a September 30 deadline on the location decision. Councilmember Hicks
discussed several thoughts regarding the location of the facility related to short and long I
term needs. Specifically, Mr. Hicks suggested the City may want to consider acquiring
the building located on the intersection of County Road F and Hamline A venue for short-
term needs. I
The Council agreed to proceed with the RFQ and encouraged staff to hold proposals to a
maximum of5 to 10 pages. I
b. City Hall Hours of Operation
The Council discussed a number of changes to City Hall hours. Staff was directed to ..
implement the proposed change for the period of July 1 through September 2, 1996. The
hours would be 8:00-5:30 Monday-Thursday and 8:00-12:00 on Friday.
c. County Road F Name Change I
The Council discussed several potential names for County Road F. The decision was to
rename the road "Farrell Drive". Staff should investigate the notification process to be I
followed and bring this back in the form of a resolution for formal action at a future
Council meeting. I
City Issues - Long Term
a. Livable Communities Act Action Plan I
The Council reviewed Mr. Ringwald's recommendation that the action plan be consistent
with the efforts to redevelop TCAAP. The Council supported this approach and directed
staff to have a resolution prepared for the June 24, 1996 meeting. I
b. Northwestern College
Mr. Ringwald presented the issue of the growing student population at Northwestern I
College. The Council directed staff to survey other colleges for any restrictions on the
number of students required by cities. The Council would like to develop a number
which relates the impact of the college on the community. I
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Administrator Fritsinger and Councilmember Aplikowski presented information
regarding a revised newsletter. The Council concurred that the City needs a newsletter.
I The Council selected the name "Arden Hills Notes" and wants the document published on
tan stock with some green. The committee was directed to get quotes from printers in
regards to paper quality and two color (one side only) copy. The Council elected not to
I create a committee until a later date.
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I . ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLAIMS REPORT
TO BE APPROVED AT THE 06/24/96 COUNCIL MEETING
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I CLAIMS PAID SINCE LAST COUNCIL MEETING (06110/96)
I I de# !dK/fiA'tEIVENfiOll ..x...I.AMQUJiIT....1 COMMENTS. ... ??J
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10457 06/14/96 Public Em lovees Retirement Association 2,211.20 First June Pavroll
10458 06/14/96 leMA Retirement Trust 457 1.640.92 First June Pavroll
I 10459 06/14/96 State Caoitol Credit Union 2,589.78 First June Pavroll
10460 06/14/96 LuAnn Brunn 200.00 City Hall Janitorial Services, 05/15 06/15
10461 06/17/96 lndenendent Snort Network IISNi 2.023.00 Softball Umnires, 05/06 05/30
I I Subtotal Paid Claims 8,664.90 I
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I Paid Claims From Above - 8,664.90
I. Add Unpaid Claims, Page 3 of 3 141,443.33
Total Accounts Payable Claims 150,108.231
I for Council Approval, 06/24
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June 11, 1996 after approval at the June 10th, 1996
Council Meeting. They were check numbers 10420 - 10456.
I This sequence corresponds to unpaid temporary numbers
Tl-T37. Check numbers 10417 - 10419 were used for
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I . ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLAIMS REPORT
TO BE APPROVED AT 06124/96 COUNCIL MEETING
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I UNPAID CLAIMS REGISTER:
I'IllMPiI,.j...CK;OA1tl...I...Wl'fflOll. IAMQUN't1 . COMM6N'l'S I
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TOOl 06125196 A & L Superior Quality Sod I 38.34 Sod Repair Plow Damage
Too2 06/25196 Abdo, Abdo & Eick I 2,495.00 Audit Year Ending 12131/95
T003 06125196 Accurate En.eravin2. Inc. 27.07 Signs Flower Garden Volunteers
I T004 06125196 Aid Electric Service, Inc. 155.69 Reo air Siren New Bril!hton Road
T005 06125196 American Medical Security 368.00 Dental Insurance July
T006 06125196 American Stores, Inc. 37.36 Vehicle Tail Lights and Vehicle #2 - Parts
Too7 06125196 Animal Control Services. Inc. 138.12 Dog 1 Cat Enforcement. 05122 06fJ7
I T008 06125196 Arcade Electric Company 306.84 Repair Wires Perry Park
T009 06125196 Arden Hills 1 Shoreview Rotary 281.66 Dues and Meetings - lQ96 and 2Q96
TOtO 06125196 AT&T IKansas City) 4.32 Long Distance Calls
I TOll 06125196 Joan Ault 56.00 Refund - Summer Playground (2)
I T012 06125196 Christina Baltes 30.00 Refund - Soorts Camp
T013 06/25196 Beisswen.eer's How To 137.99 May Purchases - Parks & Public Works
T014 06125196 Bradley & Deike. P.A. 187.50 Professional Services - May IWelsh)
I T015 06125196 Circle Pines Ceramics 683.73 Supplies for Ceramic Classes
T016 06125196 Debbie Connolly 30.00 Refund - Softball OyeraaVOlent
T017 06125196 COpy Duplicating Products. Inc. 458.26 Toner Cartrid2es Laser Printers
T018 06/25196 Countryside Landscaping & Tree Service 457.95 Retaining Wall Perry Park
I 1,500.00 Timber Box - Lexington & County Rd. E.
T019 06125196 Ess Brothers & Sons. Inc. 474.99 Manhole Rings
T020 06125196 Pratta11one's Hardware Stores 49.91 May Purchases - Public Works
I T02l 06/25196 Gallaeher's Service, Inc. 135.68 May Service - Perry Park
T022 06125196 General Industrial Supply Company 63.26 Bulldozer 24" Broom
T023 06/25196 Karvn Goad 30.00 Refund - Golf
T024 06/25196 Gopher State One Call, Inc. 72.00 May Service
I T025 06/25196 Mary Ann Hensel 30.00 Refund - Golf
T026 06125196 Jo Anne Hoertsch 30.00 Refund Golf
T027 06125196 Inside Sports 88.94 Pitchers Plate and Homeplate
T028 06125196 Diane Jackson 32.00 Refund - Tennis
I T029 06125196 Nancy Jansen 11.00 Refund Basketball
T030 06125196 Deepak Kamat 42.00 Refund - Soccer (2)
T031 06125196 Janet Karvonen Montgomery 11.00 Refund Basketball
T032 06125196 Knox Lumber #212 65.48 Sand Mix Cement
I T033 06125196 David W. Kriesel, Inc. 6,425.00 Insp. & Code Enforcement, 05/18 06/14
T034 06125196 Labor Relations Associates. Inc. 598.00 Professional Services May
T035 06125196 Lake Johanna Volunteer Fire Department 84,250.00 1996 Contract - Second Half
I T036 06125196 LTG Power Equipment 894.09 Vehicles #33 and #42 Repairs
T038 06125196 Maier Stewart & Associates, Inc. 10,451.39 Professional Services - May
T039 06125196 Bonnie McDonald 95.00 Refund - Hydrant Permit #96 07, Car Wash
T040 06125196 Metropolitan Council Wastewater Service 3,564.00 Sac Remittance May
I T041 06125196 Midwest Asphalt Corporation 1.289.24 Road Materials - WlDiscoupt
T042 06125196 MN Department of Health 3,165.00 Water Connection Fee 2Q96
T043 06125196 Minnesota Mutual Life 414.60 July Insurance
T044 06125196 MN Department of Health 23.00 Water SYStem Ooerator's License Perron
I T045 06125196 MTI Distributing Company 106.40 Taro Sprinkler Head
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I , ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLAIMS REPORT
TO BE APPROVED AT 06/24/96 COUNCIL MEETING
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I T046 06125/96 Ann Naumann 25.00 Refund Swimmine
T047 06/25/96 Northern States Power Company 1,139.42 Current Invoices
T048 06/25/96 Northern Wholesale Supply 171.42 Vehicles #2 and #109 Trailer Hitches
T049 06/25/96 Eueene F. Pakov 7,921.10 HeatinlZ Inspections, 03,lJ8 - 06/17
I T050 06125/96 Paul Falz Company 231.15 Repair Air Conditionine . CitvHall
T051 06125/96 Dorothv Pederson 30.00 Refund Softball
T052 06125/96 Carolyn Peterson 30.00 Refund Golf
T053 I 06/25/96 Peterson, Fram & Bergman. P.A. 863.45 Legal Services - May
I 3.283.90 Prosecution Fees - May
T054 06125/96 Pioneer Rim and Wheel Company 115.87 Vehicle #2 - Repair Parts
T055 06125/96 Dennis Probst 67.64 Reimb. - LMC Conference, Rochester
I T056 06125/96 Sam's Club 86.58 Various Supplies
T057 06/25/96 Sanders, Wacker, Wehrman. Ber21y 325.00 Control Data Svstems - PUD
T058 06/25/96 Stephen Saxe 23.00 Reimb. Water System Operator's License
T059 06125/96 Spec Materials, Inc. 2,428.20 Rental - Crack Filling Equipment
I 3,258.36 Supplies for Crack Filline
T060 06125/96 St. Paul Book & Stationerv 51.08 Office Supplies
T061 06125/96 St. Paul Pioneer Press 20026 Ad - Administrative Secretary
T062 ! 06125/96 Dwavne Stafford 23.00 Reimb. Water Svstem Operator's license
I T063 I 06125/96 State Treasurer, State of Minnesota 23.00 Wastewater License - McKinney
TOM ' 0612-~/96 Anne Sutter 30.00 Refund, T - Ball
T065 06125/96 Howard A Thompson 95.00 Refund Hvdrant Permit #96 03. Car Wash
I T066 06/25/96 Timesaver Off Site Secretarial 196.50 Council Meeting - OS/28
20425 Plannine Commission - 06/05
T067 1 06125/96 Top Temporary 541.15 Weeks Ending 06/02 and 06,lJ9
T068 06125/96 Triarco Arts & Supplies 209.19 Craft Supplies Summer Playground
I T069 06125/96 J an Suzanne Yaeeer 32.00 Refund - Tennis
T070 06125/96 Carol Zbaren 32.00 Refund Tennis
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Subtotal, Paee 3 of 3 21.637.52
I Paoe 2 of 3 Brouoht Forward 119805.81
1 Total Unpaid Claims 141,443.331
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I- MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 24, 1996
I TO: Mayor and City Council
I FROM: Kcvin Ringwald, Community Development Director ~
SUBJECT: Case #95-1, Site Plan extension
I One Comm, 1230 Red Fox Road
I Request
The applicant is requesting an extension of their site plan approval to December 31, 1996 so as to
accommodate their anticipated construction of transmission towers at the Red Fox Road water
I tower (Exhibit A).
Discnssion
I The applicant received special use permit and site plan approval from the City Council at its
regular meeting of January 30, 1995 in Planning Case 95-01. The City Council previously
extended this site plan approval in December of 1995 for six months.
.. The Zoning Ordinance in Section VIII, F, 2, states in relevant part, "Approval shall automatically
expire and become void one (1) year from and after the date on which the council granted such
I approval if the building permit or other approved improvements have not been issued a permit by
the building inspector. The council may extend the expiration date of such approval upon written
I application by the person to whom the approval was granted". Therefore, the City Council
approval of Planning Case 95-01 expires on June 30,1996,
I The applicant has offered to commence payment of the rent on July I, 1996. The rent as
provided by the lease is $862.00 per month for the first five years.
I Recommendation
The Staff recommends that the approval of Planning Case 95-01 be extended until June 30,1996,
subj ect to the original conditions of approval, and payment of the rent commencing on July 1,
I 1996.
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Citv of Arden Hills
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I Arden Hills, MN 55112-5i94
Re: Special Use Permit Case No. 95-1
I OneComm Communication Site
Red Fox Road Water Tower
I This letter is written to ask for an extension of our Special Use Permit which will expire
on June 30,1996. The liming of our construction and completion has changed due to
.. nationwide build out demands. However, we expect to be able to begin ([mstruction
this year.
I We respectfully request that our Special Use permit be extended to December 31, 1996 at
the City Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, June 24, 1996.
Upon the granting of the extension, CXleComm will begin paying monthiy rent stilting
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Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
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Area Manager
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I CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
f' MEMORANDUM
I DATE: June 18, 1996
TO: Mayor and City Council
I FROM: Brian Fritsinge@
I SUBJECT: Resolution #96-42, Local Performance Aid
I Background
During the 1996 Legislative Session, the State adopted a law which provides for a new state aid
I for all cities beginning in calendar year 1997. This new aid is called Local Performance Aid
(LPA).
I In order to qualify for this new aid, a city must have a system of performance measures for
services provided by the city, and must regularly compile and present these measures to the City
Council at least once each year. Arden Hills can still qualifY for this aid if it is in the process of
.. developing and implementing a system of performance measures. However, eligibility based
upon being in the process of development may not be used for more than two consecutive years,
I The City does not currently have any system of performance measures in place. By adopting the
attached resolution, the City is only committing to preparing a system for 1998. Staff would
propose that this become a worksession discussion item in early 1997.
I The estimated LPA in 1997 for Arden Hills is $10,577.
I Recommendation
Staffrecommends the City adopt Resolution #96-42, Approving Local Performance Aid.
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STATE OF MINNESOTA I
COUNTY OF RAMSEY ..
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
RESOLUTION NO. 96-42 I
A RESOLUTION APPROVING LOCAL PERFORMANCE AID
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WHEREAS, Laws 1996, Chapter 471, Article 3, Section 48 provides for a new state aid for all
qualifying cities beginning in the calendar year 1997; and I
WHEREAS, in order to qualify for this new aid, the City must develop a system of
performance measures; and I
WHEREAS, the City can qualify for aid in 1997 without having this system of performance
measures in place; and I
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills would like to qualify for this new aid. I
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Arden Hills,
Minnesota, that the City intends to develop and implement a system of performance measures; ..
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City supports the completion of the Certificate of I
Local Performance Measures for Local Performance Aid Payable in 1997 and this document be
forwarded to the appropriate state agency.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
ON THIS 24TH DAY OF JUNE, 1996. I
Dennis P. Probst, Mayor I
ATTEST:
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MEMORANDUM
I DATE: June 24,1996
I TO: Mayor and City Council
I FROM: Kevin Ringwald, Community Development Director ~
SUBJECT: Resolution #96-26, Arden Hills Action Plan - 1996
I ReQuest
I The Staff is requesting City Council approve Resolution #96-26, endorsing the Arden Hills
Action Plan, a requirement of the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act, for the calendar year
of 1996 (Exhibit A).
I Background
The Metropolitan Livable Communities Act (the Act) was adopted by the State of Minnesota in
I 1995. The Act is intended to address housing and other development issues facing the Twin
Cities metropolitan area. The Act requires the Metropolitan Council to negotiate affordable and
life-cycle housing goals for each participating community. If a municipality complies with the
.. Act, then they are eligible to receive certain grants and loans from various State agencies.
In December of 1995, the City Council adopted Resolution #95-86. Resolution #95-86
I established the goals for participating in the Local Housing Account Program (the Program)
under the Act for the calendar year of 1996.
I In summary the goals for the Program were: to be directly linked to the creation of new
residential units in TCAAP; the existing Land Use Plan is the document which will be used as a
I basis for participation in the Program, until a revised land use plan for TCAAP is officially
adopted; and the goals for the Program would be those that reflected a small developing city.
The mutually agreed upon goals for the City (TCAAP) in 1996 are:
I Housing Component Goal
I Affordability - Ownership 65 percent
Affordability - Rental 38 percent
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I Life-Cycle - Type (non-single family detached) 27 percent
Life-Cycle - Owner/Renter mix 83/17 percent
I Density - Single family detached 1.8 units/acre
,. Density - Multifamily 9 units/acre
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The Act states that each participating municipality shall identify to the Metropolitan Council the
actions it plans to take to meet the established housing goals negotiated with the Metropolitan -I
Council.
In short, the Action Plan should: I
1. Identify the programs, initiatives and actions communities plan to undertake to achieve
their negotiated affordable and life-cycle housing goals; and
2. Identify, as specifically as possible, the time frame within which these efforts will be I
undertaken.
Obviously, the lack of movement by the U.S. Department of Defense on releasing property at I
TCAAP, precludes the City from effectively implementing the Act in Arden Hills. However, the
City can discuss in its Action Plan the anticipated Comprehensive Plan modifications at TCAAP.
The Staff has drafted an Action Plan which directly relates to TCAAP to satisfy the requirements I
of the Act for the City of Arden Hills. If the City Council finds the draft Action Plan acceptable,
then the Staff would request that the City Council adopt Resolution #96-26.
Recommendation I
The Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution #96-26, endorsing the Arden Hills I
Action Plan, a requirement of the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act, for the calendar year
of 1996.
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1 STATE OF MINNESOTA
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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
RESOLUTION #96-26
1 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 1996 ACTION PLAN
METROPOLITAN LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT
1 WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills is a community of approximately 9,200 residents and is
located in the northwestem corner of Ramsey County; and
1 WHEREAS, the City is generally fully developed, excluding the Twin Cities Army Ammunition
Plant (TCAAP); and
I WHEREAS, the potential for the development of any meaningful number of new residential
1 units in Arden Hills lies with the redevelopment of TCAAP; and
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills adopted Resolution # 95-86 which established the goals for
1 participating in the Local Housing Account Program (the Program) as part of the Metropolitan
Livable Communities Act (the Act) for the calendar year of 1996; and
Ie WHEREAS, Resolution # 95-86 directly linked the City's participation in the Program to the
residential component of the redevelopment of TCAAP; and
I WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council accepted the goals of the City for participating in the
Program and the Act for the calendar year of 1996; and
1 WHEREAS, those mutually agreed upon goals for the City (TCAAP) in 1996 are:
1 Housing Component Goal
Affordability - Ownership 65 percent
I Affordability - Rental 38 percent
Life-Cycle - Type (non-single family detached) 27 percent
I Life-Cycle - Owner/Renter mix 83/17 percent
Density - Single family detached 1.8 units/acre
I Density - Multifamily 9 units/acre
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WHEREAS, TCAAP is currently a federally owned property and as such the City has no I
jurisdiction over the property; and ..
WHEREAS, the effective implementation of the Program and the Act requires that some or all
of the TCAAP property be released by the federal government for re-use; and
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills has provided key leadership and financial support in I
preparing a revised land use plan for TCAAP, which is in the process of being completed; and
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills has been instrumental in fostering the growth of I
cooperative efforts between various local, state, and federal agencies on the re-use ofTCAAP for
uses which are consistent with the communities goals, including those identified by the Act; and I
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills supports: a balanced housing supply, with housing
available for people at all income levels; accommodation of all racial and ethnic groups in the I
purchase, sale, rental, and location of housing within the community; provision of a variety of
housing types for people in all stages of the life-cycle; a community of well-maintained housing
and neighborhoods, including ownership and rental housing; housing development that respects I
the natural environment of the community while striving to accommodate the need for a variety
of housing types and costs; and I
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council ofthe City of Arden Hills,
Minnesota, that the City's (TCAAP) Action Plan for the calendar year of 1996 is as follows: ..
The City in 1996 will work towards the adoption of the revised land use plan for TCAAP which
complies with the intent of the Act; encourage federal legislation which would recognize the I
revised land use plan; and pursue the release of appropriate portions of the TCAAP property.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS I
THIS 24TH DAY OF JUNE, 1996.
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DENNIS PROBST, MAYOR I
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I- MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 24, 1996
I TO: Mayor ~nd City Council
I FROM: Kevin Ringwald, Community Development Director W-
SUBJECT: Planning Cases 96-06, 96-07, and 96-10
1 The following is a brief review of the requests and the recommendations of the Planning
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Case 96-06. Herb Tousley. 3248 Sandeen Road. Front and Side Yard Variance
I 1. Request
The applicant is requesting approval of a variance from the required front and side yard
I setbacks. The front yard setback being requested is 35 feet, when 40 feet is required.
The side yard setback being requested varies from approximately 2.7 feet to 4 feet, when
5 feet is required (Exhibit A).
.. 2. Background
I The property at 3248 Sandeen Road is located within the R-2 Single and Two Family
Residential District. The property currently contains an existing single family structure.
The property is located within the shoreland management zone of Lake Johanna.
I Therefore, the property is subject to the Shoreland Management regulations (Chapter
20.5) of the City Code. The applicant is requesting the front yard variance so that the
front yard of this property would have a similar building setback from Sandeen Road as
I the adjacent properties. The applicant is requesting the side yard variance due to the fact
that the existing structure is currently that distance from the side property line.
I 3. Planning Commission Recommendation
The Planning Commission recommends approval of Planning Case #96-06, front and side
yard variances, subject to the following conditions:
I 1. If the building is damaged or destroyed by any cause in excess of fifty percent
(50%) of the fair market value of said building, as determined by the building
I inspector, then the side yard (north property line) setback variance as explicitly
shown on Exhibit A, page 1 of3 of this memorandum would become null and
I void, and
2. City Council consideration of the proposed site plan, including the exterior
it elevations of the proposed addition (Exhibit B).
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Case 96-07. Holidav Inn. 1201 West County Road E. Site Plan I
1. Request -I
The applicant is requesting approval of a modification to their Site Plan (Planning Case
95-6) for the Holiday Inn, 1201 West County Road E, to allow for the placement of an air
conditioning system on the ground adjacent to the rear of the building (Exhibit C). I
2. Background
In March of 1995, the Planning Commission recommended approval of exterior facelift I
and various site improvements at the Holiday Inn. Also, in March of 1995, the City
Council approved those improvements to the Holiday Inn, subject to approval of the
landscape plan. In September of 1995, the Planning Commission recommended approval I
of the landscape plan for the Holiday Inn. Also, in September of 1995, the City Council
approved the landscape plan. I
The applicant is now approaching the completion of this renovation project at the Holiday
Inn. In doing so, the applicant needed to overhaul their existing air conditioning system I
for the facility. The manufacturer of the existing air conditioner system no longer
manufactures replacement parts for this type of system. The new air conditioning system
cannot be placed on the roof, without modifying the structural integrity of the roof I
system. The modification is necessary since the existing system has separate compressor
and fan systems. Whereas, the new systems combine these units into one space which
increases the weight bearing requirements in that given area. Therefore, the applicant is ..
requesting that the air conditioning system be permitted to be located on the ground
adjacent to the rear of the building. The new air conditioning system is 8 feet in width,
25 feet in length, and 8 feet in height. I
3. Planning Commission Recommendation
The Planning Commission recommends approval of Planning Case #96-07, site plan I
modification, subject to the following conditions:
1. Provision of a 24 foot wide drive aisle adjacent to the new air conditioning I
system;
2. Provision of curbing adjacent to the new air conditioning system (north and east I
sides), as shown on the applicant's plan;
, Provision of screening material on the fence, as described in the applicant's I
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4. Relocation ofthe existing plant materials to the area adjacent to the outside ofthe I
fence; and
5. Provision of yellow diagonal striping, north of the cubing on the north side of the I
new air conditioning system. ..
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The applicant has withdrawn his request.
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We hereby certify that this is a true and correct representation of E. G. ~UO 4 eoNe, INO
a survey of the boundaries of the above described land and of the LoAN!:> euRYliYOR&
location of 011 buildings, if any. thereon, and 011 visible encroachments. ~lee L.SX1NG:TON AYE.- NO.
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We are requesting a 35 foot setback from the street for our garage. The reason that we I
need the variance is that we would like to have a 3 car garage as opposed to the double garage I
that we currently have. The existing garage is too small to allow for any kind of storage as well as
the vehicles we have. The garage door is not a standard height door and we can not get one of
our vehicles into the garage the way it is now. We had considered locating a new garage on the I
south end of the house but that would require the removal of several trees. More importantly the
driveway down to the street would be very steep and since the lot is shady we feel that in the
winter the driveway would be very slippery and would create some safety problems backing down I
to Sandeen Road in the winter. In addition the visibility of the street from the driveway is not very
good where the driveway would have to come down to the street.
We also considered trying to make the new garage wider for storage so we wouldn't have I
to make it deeper. Ifwe make it any wider than what is on the plan the garage would come across
the front door and entry area which would make access difficult and the house would not look
right as viewed from the street. I
Since there have already been two 35 foot setback variances granted on our street and
there are also three detached garages that are right on the street we don't feel that this variance
would negatively change the look or character of the neighborhood. With these changes our ..
house will look better from the street and be an improvement in the look of the neighborhood.
Thank you for consideration.
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STATE OF MINNESOTA
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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS.
I RESOLUTION NO. 96-43
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE GRANT FROM THE
I MINNESOTA DNR COOPERATIVE TRAILS GRANT PROGRAM
I WHEREAS, pursuant to Council Resolution #95-25 City Staff has applied for the Cooperative
Trails Grant Program; and
I WHEREAS, pursuant to Council Resolution #96-17 the City Administrator has been identified
as the fiscal agent; and
I WHEREAS, the Minnesota DNR has notified the City of Arden Hills that we are eligible to
receive a grant in the amount of $45, 191.50 to partially fund the trail segment
I from Trunk Highway 96 South to Briarknoll Drive and west to North snelling
A venue; and
I. WHEREAS, the project can be completed within a two year time frame, including the
segments which have been bid out in 1996, and the final segment which would be
bid and completed by November 1, 1997.
I NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City of Arden Hills, Minnesota that the
City Council accepts $45,191.50 from the Minnesota DNR for the development of the above
I specified trail segment in Arden Hills.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
I ON THIS 24TH DAY OF JUNE, 1996.
I Dennis P. Probst, Mayor
I ATTEST:
I Brian Fritsinger, City Administrator
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DATE: June 24, 1996
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SUBJECT: Acceptance of DNR Cooperative Trails Grant for Trail Development
I Background
I As you are aware, the City of Arden Hills applied for a Cooperative Trails Grant from the
Minnesota DNR to partially fund the trail development from Trunk Highway 96 south to
Briarknoll Drive and west to North Snelling Avenue. Pursuant to Resolution 96-20, the Council
I awarded the base bid contract for trail development to Thor Construction, Inc. with alternates A
and B to be added, if the City was awarded the grant.
I I have recently been notified that the City has been awarded a grant for the amount of$45,191.50
for the partial funding of this trail development.
I. Timelincs
If the City Council accepts the grant, construction could occur after the grant contract is
finalized. From my conversations with the DNR, it appears that the process could be finalized by
I July 8, 1996. The grant does specify that the entire project can be completed during a two year
time frame. However, funds for the trail have to be expended and construction must be
I completed by November 1, 1997.
Thus, the priority segment and alternates could be completed in 1996. The remaining segment
I from Arden Vista Court north to Trunk Highway 96 would be bid and work completed in 1997.
Cost Estimates
I 1996 construction per bid prices
$37,385.53 (base bid) priority segment
$15,159.57 Alternate A
I $14.375.25 Alternate B
$66,920.35 Total
I 1997 Construction Estimate from MSA
$38,000
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$40,000 budgeted in 1996 from Park Fund
$45,191.50 budgeted in 1996 & 1997 from DNR Grant
$20.000 budgeted in 1997 Park Fund for Trail Development
$105,191.50 I
If the engineer's estimate of$38,500 for the final trail segment is accurate, expenses could I
exceed the budgeted expenditures and grant money by $228.85. Unfortunately, I cannot be
certain of the exact cost until contractors have bid in the final trail section. If expenses for this
project do exceed the $105,191.50, I would recommend that the funds be taken from the 1998 I
budgeted money for trails. The current five (5) year plan for the Park Fund recommends a
$20,000 expenditure annually for trail development.
Recommendation I
Staff recommends the adoption of the following motion: "Move to approve Resolution 96-43
Accepting the Grant of$45,191.50 from the Minnesota DNR Cooperative Trail Grant Program." I
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I DATE: June 18, 1996
TO: Mayor and City Council
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I SUBJECT: Req uest for Qualifications for Architectural Services
I Request
I The Council is asked to approve the preparation and solicitation of RFQ's for architectural
services for the design of a new city haU.
I Background
The City Council at its June 17, 1996 worksession discussed the project timing for the new city
haU project. At this meeting, the City Council directed staff to place the preparation and
I. solicitation of RFQ's on the June 24, 1996 regular meeting.
Project Timing
I At the recent worksession, the Council discussed the timing for proceeding with the project. The
suggested calendar allows the design process to begin, keeping in mind that site selection will be
resolved around September 30, 1996. The schedule proposed is as follows:
I Date Activity
I I. June 24, 1996 . Authorize Preparation and Mailing ofRFQ
2. July 12, 1996 . RFQ Due
3. July 15, 1996 . Authorize Preparation ofRFP on 7/29/96
I 4. Week of July 22,1996 . Interview RFQ Finalists
5. July 29,1996 . Authorize Preparation ofRFP and Mailing List
I 6. September 13, 1996 . RFP Due
7. September 16, 1996 . Council Receive RFP
I 8. Week of September 23, 1996 . Interview RFP Finalists
9. September 30,1996 . Council Decide Final Building Location
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The purpose of the RFQ is to obtain information about architectural firms which may be -I
interested in submitting proposals for the project. The RFQ would allow the City to develop a
short list of firms who would be asked to submit proposals for the project.
The type of information which will be requested in the RFQ is: I
-size of firm I
-background of company
-list of education and experience of professionals in firm
-expense with similar projects I
-management ability with budget/time sehedu1es
Recommendation I
Staffrecommends the Council authorize preparation and solicitation ofthe request for
qualifications for architectural services for design of a new City Hall. I
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PLANNING COMMISSION
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 1996
I 7:30 P.M. - NEW BRIGHTON CITY HALL
I CALL TO ORDER
I Chair Erickson called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m.
ROLL CALL
I Present were Chair Steve Erickson, Commissioners David Carlson, Gregg Larson, Brent
Nelson, Barbara Piotrowski, Marty Rye.
I Commissioner Dave Sand arrived at 7:40 p.m.
I Also present were: Councilmember Paul Malone, Community Development Director Kevin
Ringwald, and Recording Secretaries Cathy Sorensen and Louise Quast.
.. APPROVE MINUTES
I Piotrowski moved, seconded by Nelson, to approve the May 1, 1996, minutes. The motion
carried unanimously (6-0).
I POSTPONE CASE #95-16. PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR BALFANY DEVELOPMENT
COMPANY
I Kevin Ringwald, Community Development Director, noted that Case #95-16 will be postponed until
the July 3, 1996, regular Planning Commission meeting, as the applicant did not have sufficient time
to complete the necessary modifications to the plat to meet the June meeting.
I CASE #96-10 PUBLIC HEARING RICHARD PEDERSON 1224 AMBLE ROAD LOT SPLIT
I Chair Erickson gave an overview of the public hearing process, then opened the public hearing at
7:40 p.m.
I Chair Erickson requested verification of the public hearing notice. Community Development
Director Kevin Ringwald verified notice ofthe public hearing in the Focus on May 30, 1996.
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Kevin Ringwald, Community Development Director, reported that the applicant is requesting
approval of a preliminary minor subdivision consisting of two parcels on a 1.96 acre parcel zoned I
R-1 Single Family Residential District. He stated the applicant is requesting approval to split off
the westerly 100 feet of their property, and also has the ability to split off an additional parcel at
some point in the future. I
Mr. Ringwald stated the easterly parcel contains the applicants home at 1224 West Amble Road.
He stated the compost bins that exist on the southwest comer of the easterly parcel encroaches onto I
the westerly parcel.
Mr. Ringwald stated the westerly parcel exceeds all code requirements for lot width, depth, and area. I
He stated that the sanitary sewer and water stubs required to service the parcel were provided when
utilities were placed in West Amble Road.
Mr. Ringwald noted that lot area of the easterly parcel (59,149 square feet) is almost double that of I
the westerly parcel (26,270 square feet). He noted that specific drainage and utility easement
documents are required for this development. He stated the site would require minimal grading, and I
that the appropriate park dedication fee would be required.
Mr. Ringwald stated staff recommends approval of Planning Case 96-10, subject to the following ..
conditions:
I. Modification of the compost bins such that they complete with the setback and property line I
requirements of this minor subdivision;
2. Provision of the necessary drainage and utility easement documents prior to consideration I
ofthe final minor subdivision by the Planning Commission;
3. Compliance with the erosion and soil control measures shown on Exhibit D of the I
memorandum dated June 5, 1996; and
4. Payment of the appropriate park dedication fee. I
Mr. Ringwald noted that if the Planning Commission makes a recommendation on this planning case I
that it would be heard at the June 24, 1996, Council meeting.
Chair Erickson asked for comments for and against the proposal. Hearing none, Chair Erickson I
closed the public hearing at 7:45 p.m.
Commissioner Larson inquired ofthe proposed density of the parcels. I
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Commissioner Larson stated the property is adjacent to Cummings Park. He inquired if there was
I interest in land dedication by the Parks Commission. Mr. Ringwald replied that the Comprehensive
Plan did not show additional park land in this area, and Cindy Walsh, Director of Parks and
Recreation, stated that there is ilO need for additional access to this area of Cummings Park.
I Piotrowski moved, seconded by Larson, to approve Planning Case #96-10, subject to the
conditions contained in the Planner's memorandum. The motion carried unanimously (7-0).
I PUBLIC HEARING CASE #96-06 HERB TOUSLEY 3248 SANDEEN ROAD FRONT YARD
V ARlANCE
I Chair Erickson opened the public hearing at 7:47 p.m.
I Mr. Ringwald verified the public hearing notice was published in the Focus on May 23rd and
30th, 1996.
I Mr. Ringwald stated the applicant is requesting approval of a variance from the required front and
side yard setbacks. He stated the front yard setback being requested is 35 feet, when 40 feet is
.. required, and the requested side yard setback varies from 2.7 feet to four feet, when five feet is
required.
I Mr. Ringwald stated the applicant is requesting the variance so the front yard of the property will
have a similar building setback from Sandeen Road as the adjacent properties. He stated the
applicant is requesting the side yard setback variance due to the fact that the existing structure is
I currently non-conforming in respect to the side yard setback and the proposed addition would require
the extension of that non-conforming wall.
I Mr. Ringwald stated the City approved a similar front yard variance request in 1987 for Candace
McCloskey at 3290 Sandeen Road, which provided for a 35-foot front yard setback when a 40-foot
I setback was required, based on the prevailing setback in the area and slope to the lake., He stated a
side yard variance request was also approved in 1994 at the Lundgren home at 3487 Ridgewood
Road, which essentially extended an existing nonconforming wall. Mr. Ringwald stated the property
I is steeply sloped from the home down to Lake Johanna, and that several mature hardwood trees
would have to be eliminated if the addition was to be located on the south side of the property.
I Mr. Ringwald stated that staff recommends approval of the front yard setback variance based on the
previously described steep topography, prevailing front yard setback in the area, and previously
granted variances in the area of a similar nature. He stated staff recommends approval of a side yard
I setback variance as shown on Exhibit A, page 1 of3 ofthe June 5,1996, memorandum, based on
the wall to be extended does not augment a building nonconformity and also based on a previously
it granted variance, subject to the following condition:
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1. If the building is damaged or destroyed by any cause in excess of fifty percent (50%) of the
fair market value of said building, as determined by the building inspector, then the side yard I
(north property line) setback variance as explicitly shown on Exhibit A, page 1 of 3 of this
memorandum would become null and void.
Mr. Ringwald noted that if a recommendation is made, this case would be heard by the Council on I
June 24, 1996.
Keith McFarland, 3254 Sandeen Road, stated he had no objection to the variance request. He I
stated the existing garage needs attention, and that the variance would help. He stated one oak tree
existed close to the variance area, and hoped that construction would take place after the oak wilt I
season had past. He stated some branches may have to be removed due to the height of the proposed
addition.
Carrie Jones, 3245 Sandeen Road, inquired where the construction would take place, as she would I
be opposed to construction in the hardwood tree area. Mr. Ringwald stated where the existing I
garage is located, and that the applicant intended construction on the existing garage, not the area
containing the hardwood trees.
Chair Erickson closed the public hearing at 7:56 p.m. ..
Commissioner Carlson inquired if Mr. McFarland had spoken to the applicant about his concern I
regarding the oak tree. Mr. McFarland stated he had not, but intended to do so.
Chair Erickson stated that Council approval of this planning case would likely occur in late June and I
by the time the applicant started construction it most likely would be after oak wilt season had past.
Commissioner Piotrowski inquired why there was a difference in the side yard variance request from I
2.4 feet and four feet. Mr. Ringwald stated the house is angled on the lot.
Chair Erickson inquired what the applicant interids to construct. Mr. Ringwald stated the applicant I
wishes to construct a three-stall garage instead of the two-stall garage that exists now. He stated it
was his understanding that no living area will be constructed. I
Mr. McFarland stated the applicant had just shown him the blueprints and the two bedrooms are
being proposed above the garage. He stated the -addition would raise the house profile, but will still I
look acceptable. Mr. Ringwald stated that was not his understanding.
Chair Erickson stated that construction plans have not been required in the past, and that they are I
needed in his opinion. Chair Erickson inquired if the addition of living space changes staffs
recommendation. Mr. Ringwald stated no. Discussion was held on one-story and two-story homes ..
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I in the area. Mr. Ringwald suggested the Planning Commission request the applicant to provide the
I plans for the City Council's consideration.
Carlson moved, seconded by Sand, to approve Planning Case #96-06, subject to the
I following conditions: The motion carried unanimously (7-0).
1. If the building is damaged or destroyed by any cause in excess of fifty percent (50%)
I of the fair market value of said building, as determined by the building inspector,
then the side yard (north property line) setback variance as explicitly shown on
Exhibit A, page 1 of3 of this memorandum would become null and void; and
I 2. City Council consideration of the proposed site plan, including the exterior elevations
I of the proposed addition.
PUBLIC HEARING CASE #96-07 HOLIDAY INN 1201 WEST COUNTY ROAD E SITE
PLAN REVIEW
I Chair Erickson opened the public hearing at 8:09 p.m.
.. Mr. Ringwald verified notice of public hearing in the Focus on May 23rd and 30th, 1996.
I Mr. Ringwald reported that the applicant is requesting a modification to their site plan for placement
of an air conditioning system on the ground adjacent to the rear of the building. He stated the
manufacturer of the system no longer manufactures replacement parts for this type of system, and
I the new system cannot be placed on the roof without modifying the structural integrity of the roof
system. He stated the new air conditioning system is eight feet in width, 25 feet in length, and eight
feet in height.
I Mr. Ringwald stated the proposed location would require relocating of an existing vehicular drive
I aisle. He stated there currently exists a concrete sidewalk that extends through the area that is being
proposed to be fenced off for screening purposes. He stated the sidewalk only provides access to
a mechanical room and does not serve any public access point.
I Mr. Ringwald stated placement of the system would result in the loss of three parking stalls, but
should not impact parking availability on the site given the number of vacant parking stalls that
I typically exist on the site.
Mr. Ringwald stated the applicant is proposing to enclose the system with an eight-foot chain link
I fence with "Holiday Inn" green inserts. He stated the system is not readily visible from the public
right-of-way, but is visible to adjacent property owners. He suggested the Planning Commission
" may wish to discuss alterative screening materials, such as a board on board fence.
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Mr. Ringwald stated the applicant is proposing to relocated existing landscaping to an area outside I
of the fence.
Mr. Ringwald stated staff recommends approval of Planning Case 96-07 subject to the following I
conditions: I
I. Provision of a 24 foot wide drive aisle adjacent to the new air conditioning system.
2. Provision of curbing adjacent to the new air conditioning system (north and east sides); I
3. Modification of the screening material to a board on board fence; and I
4. Relocation of the existing plant materials to the area adjacent to the outside of the fence.
Mr. Ringwald noted that if a recommendation is made, this case would be heard by the Council on I
June 24, 1996.
Chair Erickson closed the public hearing at 8:15 p.m. I
Tom Heardon, Holiday Inn Maintenance Manager, stated that they would prefer to install a chain ..
link fence for ease of replacement and maintenance. He stated it would match the Holiday Inn green
on the roof. I
Commissioner Larson stated there was a difference on the plans included in the staff report between
the concrete pad and curb. Mr. Ringwald stated the drive aisle is 24 feet wide, and it is proposed to I
bring the curb around and back, but not to block the drive aisle. Mr. Heardon stated he submitted
the last plan in the memorandum, and the area north of the building is currently sod.
Chair Erickson and Commissioner Sand noted the staff plan was not consistent with the applicant's ",I
plan. Mr. Ringwald stated the intent was to provide a defined drive aisle.
Mr. Ringwald stated there would be dead space north of the air conditioning unit between the curb I
line and drive aisle if constructed as proposed. I
Commissioner Carlson inquired if there was sufficient space to park a vehicle. Mr. Ringwald stated
the 'area was between 12 and 14 feet deep and could only accommodate a small vehicle. I
Commissioner Rye inquired if the applicant agreed with the staffs recommendation. Mr. Heardon
stated he disagreed with the curbing requirement as it could create a drainage problem. I
Commissioner Rye stated the area in question backed up to the railroad, and as long as it did not -.
affect anyone the City should not "micro-manage".
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I' Mr. Heardon inquired what the reason for the curb was. Mr. Ringwald stated it was necessary for
I delineation of the drive aisle. Commissioner Larson inquired where the curb was now. Mr. Heardon
stated it extended along the back of the building.
I Commissioner Sand inquired how high the concrete slab was going to be that the new system will
sit on. Mr. Heardon replied it would be placed on grade.
I Chair Erickson inquired what the City's screening requirements were. Mr. Ringwald stated they
were very limited, but would be similar to dumpster screening.
I Commissioner Nelson verified the type of fence proposed by the applicant as inter-locking weave
placed within the links of the fence.
I Commissioner Sand stated he did not understand the curbing aspect of the proposal, and suggested
sodding the area as a less expensive alternative. Mr. Heardon stated there was asphalt in the area
I now and would be expensive to remove and replace with sod.
Commissioner Larson stated there was value to having curbing around the fence as it protects both
Ie the fence and system, and the new air conditioning system, and provides an additional barrier for
cars.
I Chair Erickson stated board on board fences are harder to maintain, and further agreed that the curb
should mirror the fence line.
I Commissioner Sand inquired what the walkway was used for. Mr. Heardon stated it led to a
mechanical storage room and was used by maintenance staff. He stated there were two other
entrances that could be utilized.
I Commissioner Sand inquired if there was adequate room for the piping for the system. Mr.
I Ringwald stated that inspection for the heating and plumbing permit should ensure there is enough
room.
I Commissioner Larson inquired if the applicant had any preference for the sodded area. Mr. Heardon
stated the roof drains come off the air conditioning system, and stated he did not want to remove the
blacktop as there was no need.
I Larson moved, seconded by Piotrowski, to approve Planning Case #96-07, subject to the
following conditions: The motion carried unanimously (7-0).
I 1. Provision of a 24 foot wide drive aisle adjacent to the new air conditioning system;
it 2. Provision of curbing adjacent to the new air conditioning system (north and east
sides), as shown on the applicant's plan;
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3. Provision of screening material on the fence, as described in the applicant's request;
4. Relocation of the existing plant materials to the area adjacent to the outside of the
fence; and I
5. Provision of yellow diagonal striping, north of the curbing on the north side ofthe
new air conditioning system. I
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PUBLIC HEARING CASE #96-05 CONTROL DATA 4201 LEXINGTON AVENUE PUD I
AND MINOR SUBDIVISION
Chair Erickson opened tile public hearing at 8:56 p.m. I
Mr. Ringwald stated the applicant was requesting approval of a PUD Master Plan and preliminary I
plat minor subdivision. He stated that Control Data Corporation (CDC) has evolved from a
manufacturing facility into an office/research use. He stated there are a vast number of empty
parking stalls because of this, as there are not shift workers that require the extensive overlap of I
parking stalls. He also noted the CDC has downsized its operations, and has leased or sold
peripheral portions of its campus to other users. ..
Mr. Ringwald stated Cardiac Pacemakers Incorporated (CPI) leases 95,000 square feet in the campus
and can lease an additional 19,000. I
Mr. Ringwald stated the PUD Master Plan required resolving several issues which were raised in the
review of Planning Case 95-09 and 11 (CSMlDynamark). I
a. Dedication of an east/west street along the south edge of Parcel B;
b. Allocation of parking and required open space for all sites; I
c. Expansion and permanent access to Cummings Park; and I
d. Signage.
Mr. Ringwald than summarized the staff memorandum of June 5, 1996. I
Mr. Ringwald stated that staff recommends approval of Planning Case 96-05, PUD Master Plan, I
subject to the following conditions:
1. Land Uses allowed by this PUD shall those land uses described in the applicants land use I
chart (Exhibit A, page 3 of 21). Except, that the percentage to which the existing land uses --
currently exist on the site shall be adhered to or provisions are made for additional parking;
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I- 2. Lot Coverage shall be a maximum 000 percent and Parcel A-I and C may be viewed jointly
I in determining the lot coverage;
3. Floor Area Ratio shall be a maximum of 0.6 and Parcels A-I and C may be viewed jointly
I in determining the lot coverage;
4. Landscape Lot Area shall be 25 percent for Parcels A-I and C and 35 percent for Parcel A-2.
I Also, the three Key Landscape Elements as described by Exhibit A, page 21 of 21, shall be
protected from disturbance;
I 5. Parking for Parcels A-I and C shall be determined to have a current surplus of 171 parking
spaces and Parcel A-2 shall be determined to have a current surplus of 41 parking spaces,
I Also, the row of parking stalls adjacent to Femwood Avenue shall be eliminated and
replaced with landscaping. The landscaping is to be reviewed by the Planning Commission
and consideration for approval by the City Council. The landscaping shall receive approval
I by the City, prior to any further site plan approvals are granted on Parcels A-I, A-2, or C;
6. Park dedication for land shall be granted and/or fees in lieu of dedication shall be determined
Ie by the City Council after consideration and recommendation by the Parks and Recreation
Committee;
I 7. Signage shall be limited to the current level of signage, including the off-premise sign which
may be relocated onto the CDC campus;
I 8. Architectural Design shall be consistent with the applicant's description on Exhibit A, page
5 of21 and the requirements of the City Code, whichever is greater;
I 9. Skyway from the CDC campus (southwest part) and the CPI campus is acceptable, subject
to City review and approval of the construction, aesthetics, and distribution ofliabilities of
I the skyway; and
10. Utilities shall be govemed by the rules and regulations applicable at the time of review.
I Mr. Ringwald stated that staff recommends approval of Planning Case 96-05, preliminary minor
subdivision, subject to the following conditions:
I 1. Provision of the necessary drainage and utility easements, prior to Planning Commission
consideration of the final minor subdivision;
I 2. Provision of the necessary vehicular cross access easements, prior to Planning Commission
~ consideration of the final minor subdivisions; and
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3. Dedication and/or payment of the appropriate park dedication for Parcels A-2 and B, as -I
determined by the City Council. I
Jeff Smyser, RLK Associates;Planning Consultant for CDC, stated there were minor differences
he and staff were negotiating, but agreed in principal with staffs recommendations. I
Roger Aiken, 4260 Hamline Avenue, inquired if the parcel north of the water tower was to be
dedicated for park land and will that replace the existing parking for Cummings Park provided by I
Control Data Corporation. Mr. Ringwald stated it would replace the parking at Control Data
Corporation.
Bill Franke, 1235 Wynridge Drive, stated he is an adjoining land owner and involved with I
CSMlDynamark. He stated he is pro-development and supports the PUD, but has two concerns. He
stated the proposed parking lot area for use by visitors to Cummings Park is not acceptable, as it I
poses a safety hazard being near a wooded area and too far from sight of the park. He stated it has
no accessibility for children, elderly or handicapped, and is concerned with vandalism, plowing, etc.
Mr. Franke suggested either maintaining the easement or preserving parking along existing edge of I
wooded area.
Commissioner Sand stated he agrees with Mr. Franke that the easement should be continued. ,eI
Jim Bilandi, CDC attorney, stated a ten-year parking lease expired in 1992 and was recently I
renewed until June 30, 1996. He stated the City has been able to use the parking area free of charge,
and that CDC is willing to continue to allow the City to use rent-free, but may add maintenance I
charges and possibly a stipulation for liability.
Chair Erickson closed the public hearing at 9:47 p.m. I
Commissioner Rye inquired what control the City has over the shared that the signage between CDC
and CSMlDynamark. Mr. Ringwald stated it is off premise signage, and that the code states off I
premise signage is not allowed. He stated CSMlDynarnark is not a part of the PUD, so the City must
require the sign be moved.
Mr. Franke stated the existing purpose of the sign was to provide signage for both companies while I
remaining aesthetically pleasing. He stated CSMlDynamark would be willing to join in the PUD I
for the purpose of retaining the sign.
Chair Erickson inquired about the easement across Parcel A-2 for parking. He stated if the parcel I
were to be sold, any lease or easement would be a function of the terms oftransfer. Mr. Ringwald
stated that aspect needed to be further modified, either by a lease or easement which would grant ..
permanent rights.
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I- Commissioner Larson invited CSM/Dynamark to join the PUD to include Parcel B signage.
I Commissioner Larson inquired if the City is bound by the PUD regarding width restrictions of the
collector street by Parcel B and A-I. Mr, Ringwald replied that the City has flexibility regarding
I street width, but would need to meet MSA requirements in order to obtain State funds for future
street reconstructions.
I Commissioner Rye was temporary Planning Commission Chair from 10: 15 p.m. to 10:24 p.m.
Commissioner Rye inquired if a second building can be added to the campus. Mr. Ringwald stated
I it could, but the site is limited to the parking stalls that can be added.
I Mr. Franke noted that a tenant would not lease a space ifthere was not adequate parking. He also
noted the building permit and certificate of occupancy requires proof-of parking.
I Commissioner Nelson stated he is concerned with adequate parking for Cummings Park. He stated
the Patks and Recreation Committee should decide the preferred access and parking needed.
.. Commissioner Larson suggested tabling the item based on the recommendation needed by the Parks
and Recreation Committee. Mr. Ringwald requested that the Planning Commission provides
specific direction for staff and the applicant'to work on between now and the next Planning
I Commission meeting. He stated that the Commission seems acceptable to staffs recommendation
except for the park dedication and signage.
I Commissioner Sand stated he would like to hear the Parks & Recreation Committee's input and see
CSMlDynamark included in the PUD before making a recommendation.
I Mr. Bilandi stated the parking lease has been extended until June 30th, and noted the next Planning
Commission meeting is scheduled for July 3rd.
I Commissioner Rye stated the Planning Commission can make a recommendation based on the Parks
and Recreation Committees conditions.
I Mr. Ringwald verified that based on the Planning Commission's recommendations, Condition #5
should be changed to read "The landscaping shall receive approval by the City, prior to any further
I site plan approvals granted on Parcels A-lor c." and adding a Condition #11 stating that the added
street should not be dedicated as a collector street.
I Commissioner Carlson recommended tabling the item until receiving the Parks and Recreation
Committees recommendation, and to give the Planning Commission time to analyze the request.
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Mr. Bilandi stated that he and CDC would not be available the week of July 3rd to be present at the
Planning Commission meeting. Discussion was held on dates available to both the Commission and I
applicant.
Sand moved, seconded by Nelson, to table Planning Case #96-05, to obtain additional I
information from the Parks and Recreation Committee. The motion carried unanimously
(6-1), Rye voting nay.
Mr. Bilandi stated he did not understand the reasons for tabling the item, and inquired what the I
applicant should be doing in the next three weeks prior to the Planning Commission meeting.
Commissioner Larson stated the Planning Commission has acted on the item, and a date must be I
decided on for the next regular Planning Commission meeting. It was decided the meeting would
be held on July 2, 1996, at a location to be determined by staff based on site availability. I
Commissioner Sand stated he did not understand Mr. Bilandi's statement regarding tabling the item.
Mr. Smyser replied that the request included a long list ofrecommendations, and had hoped that I
most of them could have been resolved this evening instead of having to review them again at a
future meeting.
COUNCIL REPORT eI
Councilmember Paul Malone reported that Cindy Walsh, Parks and Recreation Director, received I
her Masters degree from Hamline University.
Councilmember Malone stated that the Council approved the Bart Buetow case. He noted the I
applicant had decided not to sell the center lot and to let the house stay on the parcel unchanged.
Chair Erickson inquired how the City will track if the applicant makes any changes to the lot over I
time. Councilmember Malone replied that the Council left the details for the applicant to coordinate
and to get back to the City.
Councilmember Malone stated that the Bethel College SUP was approved. He noted that the I
applicant could not attend the May Planning Commission meeting as the Commission changed the '
date. I
Councilmember Malone stated the City audit was complete and received by the City Council. I
Councilmember Malone noted that the Perry Park Grand Re-opening was held on Saturday, June 1,
1996, with approximately 50 people in attendance. I
Councilmember Malone noted that Shifsky and Sons were awarded the street improvement project.
He also stated the 1996 street assessment hearing went well. ..
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I Councilmember Malone stated the Amble final plat was approved.
I Councilmember Malone stated that the owner of the outlot off Hamline A venue in the Indian Oaks
development deeded the City a pond which provides drainage to the neighborhood.
I Councilmember Malone stated he agreed with the frustration of the applicant, Control Data
Corporation, in tabling the item for further information.
I COMMISSION COMMENTS
I Commissioner Rye stated that an easement would be an option for the City to have ownership of the
parking area for the Control Data PUD. Mr. Ringwald stated he would share the idea with the Parks
and Recreation Committee.
I Mr. Ringwald noted that background material had been distributed to the Planning Commissioners
I for their individual task force assignments.
Mr. Ringwald stated that development in the Gateway Business Park is moving forward. He stated
Ie a developer has agreed to purchase approximately half of the property, and will hopefully be
presenting a 500,000-square foot master plan later this summer.
I Commissioner Sand inquired when the reconstruction of County Road D and Cleveland will begin.
Counci1member Malone replied he believed it would begin sometime this summer.
I ADJOURNMENT
Sand moved, seconded by Nelson, to adjourn the meeting at 11 :02 p.m. The motion passed
I unanimously (7-0).
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I be present to provide infonnation and answer questions on the proposed four
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Ie A consortium of northern metropolitan governments have under consideration the construction
and operation of a facility located at the National Sports Center in Blaine and consisting of four
Olympic sized ice surfaces and related facilities. Development and operation of the facility will
I be supported by area communities, schools and non-profit associations.
This document was developed to address the anticipated operating revenues and expenses of
I the facility and the various methods available for financing it. In its preparation a number of
resources have been used which include but are not limited to MASC personnel, high school
athletic directors, ice arena managers, the Minnesota Ice Arena Managers Association and
local hockey and figure skating associations,
I As with any projection of operating performance, subsequent events and changes in economic
conditions, as well as changes in peoples' interests and lifestyles, will cause actual results to
I vary from projected results. The variations may be positive or negative. Decisions to proceed
or not to proceed should be based on careful evaluation of all available information and should
ultimately rely on the belief that a public policy objective is achieved by the development of the
four sheet ice arena.
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The following document is comprised of five sections: Comparable Operating Expenses,
I Underlying Revenue Assumptions, Financing Alternatives, Summary, and Agreement Among
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Comparable Operating Expenses I
Operating expense categories for arena operation are fairly straight forward with the largest -I
expense category being for personnel to operate and maintain the facility, followed by utilities.
Many of the arena expenses are fixed, not variable. Changes in the level of usage while the
facility is open will not have a dramatic effect on total expenses incurred. I
Schedules of arena revenue and expense statements are contained in Appendix I for six
facilities. Appendix I also includes the budget proposed by NSC. The first schedule shows the I
1995 actuals and the proposed NSC budget. The second schedule shows the 1996 budgets
for the same arenas and the proposed NSC budget. A final schedule derives averages for the
multiple sheet, year-round facilities shown based on number of sheets of ice and compares I
them to the NSC budget.
Personnel Expense I
The personnel expense (salary plus benefits) projected for the facility includes one full time
manager ($60,000), one assistant manager (35,000), 2 full time supervisors ($30,000 each), 1 I
full time and 2 part time clericals ($43,316), and arena attendants (119 part time hours per
week on 3 and 4 person shifts). Additional administrative staff time is provided through the
charge for administrative overhead.
The rates for services are consistent with area salaries for similar positions. These salaries I
can be found in Appendix II.
The revenue projections are based on the arena being operated 10,400 hours per year, .-
Staffing philosophies vary among managers on how many people should be available per rink.
The staffing levels suggested provide for a combined level of management and rink attendants I
of 3 FTE's at all times the rinks are open, plus the clerical help. We are also assuming that
since no concession revenues are recognized, that any staff needed to manage that portion of
the operation would be funded directly by MASC. Staffing at the Bloomington arena provides
for 3 employees early in the day and late at night. During a game or other times when the I
arena is fully operational, 10 employees are scheduled at the Bloomington rink. The difference
between the Bloomington staffing levels and the NSC staffing levels is attributed to the four
rink configuration which has one entry point and clear site lines from a central location to all I
areas of ice.
Other Expenses I
Precise comparisons to other facilities is impossible, however, comparing a proration of the
costs for the facilities shown suggests that the per sheet expense levels proposed for the NSC I
facility are under the per sheet expense levels for the multiple sheet arenas listed. Direct
comparisons by line items are difficult due to differences in facilities and the way in which
expenses are recorded, In a number of categories, it is not appropnate to use a prorated I
expense level. The nature of the facility and its newness should cause initial operating costs
to be lower than those of existing facilities. Additionally, start-up costs should be offset by
warrantees in place for the first year. An adjusted budget for the facility is contained in
Appendix 1-c, the third schedule of Appendix I. Appendix 1-c shows budget and actual I
averages for the multiple sheet facilities, a per sheet proration times four, an adjusted budget,
and a comparison of the adjusted budget to the proposed NSC budget.
No expenses for concessions, pro shop, skate school. officials or instructors have been -I
included. These activities will be run by NSC and all expenses and income will go to NSC.
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I Underlying Revenue Assumptions
I- Revenues for the facility are expected to come from the rental of ice time. . Each of five parties
to a Master Agreement are anticipated to guarantee a minimum usage of 2,080 hours annually
at an initial rate of $125 per hour. At this rate, annual ice rental income or $1,300,000 is
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As consideration for the role MASC plays in operating the facilities and providing for certain
I operating guarantees, the Master Agreement calls for all concession income and expense to
accrue to MASC. Reflecting this, the revenue assumptions (and expenses shown) do not
inciude any amounts for concessions or merchandise sold. Clarification should be
incorporated into the Master Agreement as to what the tenn "concessions" includes and does
I not include. The budget suggests that concessions includes food and vending sales, video
game receipts, pro shop merchandise, advertising, admission receipts, skate sharpening and
equipment rental.
I Ice Rental Hours
I Prime time rental hours generally cover a periOd of time from school dismissal in the afternoon
until 10:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, slightly later on Friday, and all day Saturday and
Sunday. Approximately 67 hours are available weekly. Assuming a down time of two weeks
I per rink for maintenance, four rinks for fifty weeks per year would have 13,400 hours of prime
time available. Of these hours, 10,400, or 78% are covered by the guarantee.
Ie Ice Rental Rates
Appendix III contains a listing of ice arenas surveyed by M.I.A.M.A. and their 1995-1996 ice
I rental rates as reported. The average prime time rental rate for the metro rinks reporting is just
over $108 per hour. For those ice arenas in the immediate service area of the proposed
facility, the rates range from $50 to $115. Guarantors of the proposed facility have area ice
I rinks that report the following ice rental rates:
Blaine - Fogerty $95.00
I Coon Rapids - Cook 95.00
Anoka County - Columbia 95.00
Forest Lake - Maroon & Gold 100.00
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The following Table 1 illustrates MASC's projected users and hours of use expected at the -I
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Winter Sprinq Summer . Fall Total % I
Weeks Available 20 10 13 7 50
Maximum Prime Hours 5,360 2,680 3,484 1,742 13,266
Columbia Users 0 550 350 350 1,250 11% I
Girls' Sports 1,600 0 0 0 1,600 15%
Local Associations 2,880 0 0 312 3,192 .29% I
Figure Skating 500 250 0 150 900 8%
Open Skate 200 80 0 50 330 3%
Short Track Speed 100 50 0 0 150 1%
Park & Rec. 0 0 0 0 0 0% I
MASC Tournaments 592 120 606 0 1,318 12%
Camps 0 0 400 0 400 4%
MASC Guarantees I
Summer Season (1,100 hours) 0 0 filled 0 0 0%
Indoor Soccer 0 480 0 0 480 4%
Hockey - Seasonal 0 480 0 900 1,380 13%
TOTAL 5,872 2,010 1,356 1,762 11,000 100% .-
This schedule results in usage exceeding prime time available by 512 hours in the winter
season and by 20 hours in the fall. I
Columbia Arena. The Columbia Arena is owned and operated by Anoka County. It is I
assumed that the County will convey the facility to MASC at a cost of the outstanding debt of
$140,000. MASC would be required to operate the facility for the benefit of the current users.
The usage of shared facility time outlined above relies on the Columbia Arena being open
during the hockey season and usage during other months being converted to the shared I
facility. In 1995, a total of 3,874 rental hours were reported including 1,290 prime time hours
from the period of March 15 through October 15 and an additional 2,584 hours (2,261 prime)
were sold during hockey season. No provision in the shared facility budget is made for I
operating or capital expense of the Columbia Arena, therefore the reader must assume that
Columbia's income will cover its costs of operating and repair. Reliance on diversion of
existing Columbia usage for 12% of the proposed facility rentals suggests that business I
arrangements concerning the Columbia Arena are of primary importance to the new facility,
Over 1,000 hours of time at Columbia were used by hockey associations within Anoka County
in 1995 making them the single largest category of users. High school hockey activities I
consumed 605 hours is 1995. Arena sponsored activities such as open adults, open sessions
and figure skating consume an additional 536 hours. The next largest category of usage is the
Minnesota Showcase, using just under 500 hours in 1995. I
Girls' Hockev. Area school districts have existing boys' varsity and junior varsity high school
programs. There are currently 6 girls' varsity and 4 girls' junior varsity programs among the -I
Blaine, Coon Rapids, Centennial, Columbia Heights, Forest Lake, Fridley, Mounds View,
Irondale, Spring Lake Park, and SI. Anthony school districts. A poll of these school districts
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expected to be added for 1996197. One district without a current program indicated that it is
I- planning for a girls' teams in the near future. The addition of three currently non-existent
programs would create a demand for 420 practice hours of ice time if each team uses 140
hours and varsity and junior varsity practice concurrently. An additional 140 hours for home
games for three varsity and four junior varsity programs would be needed. If "near future" is
I assumed to be the 1997198 school year, an additional 160 hours for practice and home games
would be needed.
I Current usage of ice reflects the constraints of both availability and budgetary restrictions.
Several districts indicated that they would have no budget to increase ice time even if it were
available. These districts currently have a boys' and girls' program and use 100-130 hours per
I program. Five districts indicated that they would purchase additional time for existing programs
if it were available. If each program expressing an interest in additional time, but not currently
using 140 hours were increased to that level, there would be a demand for an additional 160
hours of ice time for existing programs.
I In addition to the time required by school programs, development of new and growth of
existing feeder programs for girls' teams can be expected. MASC has projected an increase of
I 13.5 feeder teams across nine combined community programs for 1996/97 and an additional 7
for 1997198 for a total increase after the second year of about 620 ice hours.
The total combined additional ice time that can be expected as a result of the addition and
I growth of girls' programs for school teams and community teams and expansion of existing
high school programs is 1,340 hours in 1996/97 and 1,500 hours in 1997198.
I. Local Associations. Local associations are the largest users of available ice time for most local
arenas. Their support of local hockey programs in particular is marked by high levels of energy
and commitment and an enviable ability to raise funds to assist young skaters by reducing the
I cost of their programs. The well-documented current shortage of available ice time plus local
associations' ability to either charge their participants directly or raise funds to offset costs
lends credibility to claims that if you build ice surfaces "they will come". The level of expansion
of existing teams in response to the availability of ice time appears to be more constrained by
I the number of participants and the number of hours that they can reasonably skate each week
than by cost.
I The local associations discussed generally in this section include Coon Rapids, Blaine,
Centennial, Mounds View, Irondale, Forest Lake, and East River Hockey (Fridley & Columbia
Heights). Existing local associations report a current usage of ice home and away of about
7,000 hours. There are different perceptions regarding the need for large additional amounts
I of ice. Stated needed increases in ice time total approximately 1,330 hours; however, this
figure in and of itself does not accurately reflect on the hours of ice time that would come to
the quad arenas if they were constructed. Some of the expected additional hours are in
I support of the growth in girls' teams as discussed above which reduces hours for expansion of
existing programs by roughly 620 hours to 710 hours. Increasing populations and continued
growth in popularity of the sport of hockey will result in incremental increases in the number of
I team participants, but much of the additional time needed is for the expansion of existing
programs.
More telling than the projected expansion of use by existing teams, however, is the amount of
I ice time that could be recommitted to the quad project from other arenas. The Mounds View
and Irondale Associations currently rent approximately 1,600 hours of ice, primarily from
Ramsey County rinks. It is reasonable to assume that if they have a financial commitment to
I- the quad facility that their use of ice will follow. The Forest Lake Association uses
approximately 400 hours of outdoor ice time, some or all of which could be moved indoors.
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Of the associations previously listed, Mounds View and Irondale are the only ones that report I
significant ice rental outside of the immediate geographic area. More recently though, a
Brooklyn Park Association representative has suggested that they also may be interested in -.
becoming an active participant in the quad and would bring 450 to 700 hours of ice rental. At
this writing, discussions are ongoing but no commitments have been made on either part. In
every case, suggesting to current ice providers that they may lose ice rentals causes more
relief that concern due to the current unavailability of adequate ice time. I
Assuming expansion of existing programs by 710 hours, movement of Mounds View (1,000
hours) and Irondale (600 hours) from Ramsey County rinks to the quad would result in a local I
association increase in usage of 2,310 hours during the hockey season, without reliance on
additional outside users.
MASC Tournaments. One of the appeals of the combined facility is the ability to host I
significant tournaments. MASC is already sponsoring highly successful tournaments including
the summer hockey tournament. With the availability of single location, multiple sheets of ice,
the further development of the existing tournaments has a high level of probability and is I
appropriately reflected in the usage projections.
To gauge the level of participation needed to achieve the hours of ice time projected by MASC I
you can assume that forty hours of ice time per weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) is
available per rink. If 10 hours per rink are reserved for regular users, a total of 120 hours is
available. Further assuming that teams are guaranteed three competitions, each of which
requires approximately two hours of ice, a total of 40 teams could be accornmodated. I
The All American Girls' and Womens' Hockey Tournament is an event already hosted by
MASC. The tournament required nine facilities in 1995 with a participation level of 43 teams. el
1996 plans include acceptance of 72 team entries. If 72 teams enter and each team is
guaranteed 3 competitions, over 400 hours of ice time will be required, The draft use
agreement reserves 240 hours of quad time for this tournament. Similarly, the proposed I
holiday tournament also discussed in the use agreement and to be conducted between
Christmas and New Years will reserve up to 352 hours of ice tirne. To achieve the projected
592 hours of ice time in the winter season, just under 100 teams will have to be drawn to
MASC tournaments. Given the level of participation in existing major MASC tournaments, this I
appears to be an achievable level of usage.
Minor tournaments consisting of 20 teams could be scheduled to fill open time in the event of I
lower than anticipated usage levels during the winter season. Inver Grove Heights and
Woodbury arenas are booked for similar tournarnents into 1997. No assumption has been
made for hours for this type of tournament due to the limited availability of prime time ice hours I
projected for the winter season.
The 120 hours projected for the spring season consists of two tournaments scheduled at 60
hours each. I
MASC also currently hosts the USA International Hockey Cup Boys' and Girls' Tournament in
July of each year. This tournament drew 62 teams in 1995 and required 600 hours of ice time. I
It is MASC's intent to split this tournament along skill levels to expand the number of hours that
could be used at the quad for this tournament. Running for four days, each team is
guaranteed five competitions. In 1996, 146 teams are expected and will travel throughout the I
metropolitan area and beyond for ice time. MASC plans to divert 606 hours of this time to the
quad facility during the summer season when it is available.
. Seasonal Hockev Leaaues. A private group currently sponsors a spring hockey league. This -I
league operates out of Colurnbia Arena and uses about 500 hours of ice time in the spring
season. If the Columbia Arena is under the control of MASC and only operated during prime
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I hockey season, the league could be shifted to the new facility. These hours are included in
the Columbia Arena usage. MASC feels that there is demand for additional spring leagues
Ie and will commit to use 480 hours of spring time for this purpose.
MASC feels that between hockey league and tournament scheduling it can commit to an
additional 900 hours of time during the fall season.
I Indoor Soccer. The hours shown for indoor soccer in the spring season reflect the proposed
additional programming by MASC of an expansion of its current soccer program into the spring
I season. The proposed season would run for 8 weeks and rely on a portion of the 180 teams
in the current league participating.
Summer Camps. Summer hockey camps are very successfully run out of other area arenas.
I Burnsville claims that its highest, most consistent demand for ice time is for day-time summer
camps. For the proposed facility this would be a start-up program. Inquiries have already
been received from Doug Woog and Herb Brooks. Full day scheduling for thirteen weeks
I would consume the projected 400 hours.
Fiqure Skatinq. Figure skating programs need ice time all year around and have difficulty
I locating ice in the spring and summer when many arenas close. Area competitions that we
were able to identify include a USFSA competition in May and additional competitions in
February, March, June, September, November, and December. One area program indicated
a current need for 350 to 400 hours of ice for practice and instruction, plus show time if
I available. Concerted development of a figure skating clientele has the potential to expand ice
usage in the non-hockey season.
Ie Other Uses. Other uses such as open skating, learn to skate, short track speedskating, park
and recreation programs, and roller hockey can be expected to consume additional time and
are currently projected to demand 480 hours of ice time. We do not believe that these uses
I can be accurately projected, but do recognize that there is a demand from these sources. To
the extent that demand does not materialize in the winter season, additional tournament
scheduling could consume some of the 300 hours anticipated from these uses. To place the
use in perspective, Columbia Arena had over 230 hours of use in these categories in 1995
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Winter Sprino Summer Fall Total %
Weeks Available 20 10 13 7 50 I
Maximum Prime Hours 5,360 2,680 3,484 1,742 13,266
Columbia Users 0 550 350 350 1,250 12%
Girts' Sports 1,500 0 0 0 1,500 14% I
Local Associations 2,310 0 0 312 2,622 25%
Figure Skating 500 250 0 150 900 9%
Open Skate 200 80 0 50 330 3% I
Short Track Speed 100 50 0 0 150 1%
Park & Rec. 0 0 0 0 0 0%
MASC Tournaments 592 120 606 0 1,318 13% I
Camps 0 0 400 0 400 4%
MASC Guarantees
Summer Season (1,100 hours) 0 0 filled 0 0 0%
Indoor Soccer 0 480 0 0 480 5% I
Hockey - Seasonal 0 480 0 900 1,380 14%
TOTAL 5,202 2,010 1,356 1,762 10,330 100%
As presented here, each season's projected usage falls within the available prime time. An I
additional 70 hours of usage are required to fulfill the 2,080 hours per sheet commitment of
each participant. Expanded MASC tournament activity can easily consume the additional 70 .1
hours needed to meet the 10,400 hours threshold.
The use of 2,080 hours annually by any party to the Master Agreement cannot with certainty
be projected at this time; however, significant usage levels can be expected. One concern is I
the potential for the facility to attract through its newness, uniqueness, or programming
objectives programs that are currently renting time from area arenas in which the parties also
have a financial interest. We would advise that this issue be investigated individually by the I
parties to assess their susceptibility to loss of ice rentals. MASC has expressed the view that
in particular, overflow scheduling of their increased tournament activity will assist the local rinks
in filling ice time if any should exist. I
We would recommend pre-sale of ice through contractual agreements with potential users be
pursued at this time. Such pre-sale activity will serve to increase the comfort level of achieving
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I Financing Alternatives
I- Applicable Legislation
I The ability to bond for the construction and improvement of ice arenas lies within various areas
of the statute. The applicable statutes provide for the issuance of the following types of bonds:
1. Gross Revenue Bonds
. 2. Lease Purchase Revenue Bonds
3. General Obligation Bonds - generally
4. General Obligation Bonds - "Mighty Ducks" authority
I Gross Revenue Bonds
I Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 471.191 permits cities and school districts to borrow and expend
funds for the capital costs of providing skating rinks and arenas and other recreational
facilities. 471.191 indicates that bonds may be issued pursuant to chapter 475 to fund these
I capital costs. Without other express legal authorization or authorization by approval of the
electors, the bonds must be issued as gross revenue bonds supported by revenues of the
facility to be financed.
I A gross revenue bond would have a first lien on all of the gross revenues of the arena and
operation and maintenance costs are paid after debt service obligations have been met.
I. Covenants would be entered into with the bondholders which pledge that the arena will
continue to be owned and operated during the entire life of the revenue bond issue. Under
this covenant, the arena must continue to be operated until the bonds are paid off, even if
revenues of the arena are inadequate to cover debt service on the bonds and/or the costs of
I operating and maintaining the facility. The law directs that the "goveming body of the issuer
shall provide in its budget each year for any anticipated deficiency in the revenues available for
such operation and maintenance". It further clarifies that the deficiency funding may be from a
I property tax levy which exceeds taxes otherwise provided for within charter limitations;
however, the authority to levy additional taxes does not apply to cities or towns in which the net
tax capacity consists in part of iron ore or lands containing taconite or semitaconite. Because
. cities currently do not have general levy limitations, their obligation to a gross revenue bond
could be met by an increase in their levy. School districts, however, do not enjoy this flexibility
and if obligated under this type of financing, a school district would have to seek special
permission to increase its levy to cover any operating deficits or would have to find money for
. the obligation within its existing operating budget.
The advantage, of the operating pledge to the bondholder is obvious. The issuer must
. continue to operate the facility, directing revenues first to the bonds, second to the operating
and maintenance of the facility and levying, if necessary, to make up any operating and
maintenance shortfalls. To achieve marketability, an investor must become comfortable that
the revenues from the facility will provide ample coverage for debt service and operation of the
I facility. The investor will also look to the issuer's ability to provide outside funds for the
operation of the facility, where the revenues will come from, and their availability in the event of
difficult budgetary times.
. The pledge by the issuer towards operation of the facility is not an annual appropriation
pledge. The law provides specifically that the issuer "shall provide in its budget each year" for
.e anticipated deficits. Borrowing under this section should be viewed as a long term commitment
to both operate the facility throughout the term of the bond issue and to potentially provide for
full operating costs if revenues after debt service are insufficient to cover operating obligations.
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There is no obligation beyond revenues of the facility to provide for debt service payments I
themselves.
Lease Purchase Revenue Bonds -.
An Economic Development Authority ("EDA") or under certain circumstances, a Housing and I
Redevelopment Authority ("HRA") could issue lease purchase revenue bonds to pay for the
facility, supporting the bonds through the receipt of lease payments from obligors under the
lease. For this project it is possible that the lease would be with MASC or one or more of the I
primary users with subleases to the other contractually obligated users. Bond opinions have
differed on whether an HRA can fund projects that are not redevelopment projects involving
removal of existing structures. I
The lease payments could be met with net revenues of the facility and any other moneys the
lessors are obligated to pay under the lease(s). In order for a participant to enter into such a
lease, it would usually need to be an annual appropriation lease, subject to budgetin'il by the I
governing body each year. Exceptions to this rely on either the passage of an authorizing
election by each lessor or compliance by each lessor with the terms of the MSA 475.58
("Mighty Ducks Legislation", to be discussed later). If the obligation is an annual appropriation, .
payment is subject to inclusion of any deficits in the lessor's budget(s) each year. The risk is
great for an investor since provision of ice arenas is not generally considered to be an
essential service such as provision of water and sewer service. Future governing bodies have
the ability to decline to appropriate under an annual appropriation lease and conceivably I
budgetary constraints could lead to non-appropriation for this type of facility if difficult financial
decisions needed to be made. If on the other hand, the underlying leases were general
obligations of the lessor(s), there would be no question of the governing body's legal obligation e.
to make payment.
A lease purchase bond that is not secured by general obligation leases will be difficult to I
market because of i) the nonessential nature of the project ii) recent non-appropriations for
similar bond structures sold for other purposes and iii) the investors' expectations of net
revenues available to pay debt service. Collaborative efforts such as this one that rely on
underlying general obligation pledges should be marketable, although the coordination of .
business obligations of the various parties can be challenging.
Assuming a full general taxing obligation pledge behind all leases securing the bonds, the .
rating of this issue would be slightly below the rating of the guarantor with the lowest credit
rating. The full amount of debt service would need to be covered by general obligation
pledges and the logistics of budgeting for the facility, application of revenues, notification of .
deficiencies, and collections of pledged amounts would need to be set out in detail for
bondholder review.
General Obligation Bonds. General Discussion .
General obligation bonds are primarily authorized under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 475. I
They provide the best security for bond holders (translating into the lowest borrowing cost), but
unless otherwise specifically authorized, require the passage of a bond referendum. Because
of the pledge of property taxes if needed for debt service, general obligation bonds are the I
most attractive to the market of any type of credit. It is possible for a single or a small group of
primary users to finance bonds under their general obligation with underlying general
obligation pledges from other users, or alternatively, the full group of identified users could
finance the bonds. There are several disadvantages of the second alternative. They include -.
the administrative coordination required for the bond issuance process, the difficulty of
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I succinctly describing the credit to the market, and the fact that the bond rating will reflect the
lowest rating of any of the member issuers.
.- Due to the number of parties involved and the nature of the project, it is assumed that a voted
authorization will not be sought for this project and that other financing authorization will be
employed.
I General Obligation - Mighty Ducks Authority
. Minnesota Statute, Chapter 475.58 provides authorization for the financing of ice facilities.
The authorization remains in effect until December 31, 1997. In summary, it provides that
indoor ice arenas to be used primarily for youth athietic activities can be financed by municipal
I obligations without the requirement of an election if all the following conditions are met:
(1) the facility revenues are pledged to the financing;
I (2) the facility and its financing are approved by at least two of the following
governing bodies of a) the city, b) the school district, or c) the county, where the
I facility is located;
(3) the governing body of the municipality finds, based on an analysis of a
professional experienced in finance, that the revenues and other available
I money will repay the obligations, without reliance on a property tax levy or
general purpose state aid; and
Ie (4) no petition for election is timely filed.
At least 30 days before issuing its obligations, the municipality has to hold a public hearing for
which due notice was given. The obligations can be issued unless a petition signed by ten
. percent or more of the number of voters voting in the last general election is received within 20
days. "Municipality" of purposes of this section includes cities, townships, counties, and school
districts.
I This legislation is commonly referred to as the "Mighty Ducks" bonding legislation. Absent this
legislation the issuance of general obligation bonds for this purpose would require an election.
I The specific authorization contained in this portion of the Statute provides the most
straightforward, cost-effective means of issuing debt for this project. It does not provide for
funding for operating costs, but does offer the investor strong assurance that the debt will be
I repaid.
I Bond Issuance Generally
On strictly a cost basis, general obligation bonds under 475.58 offer the lowest cost
alternative. The higher the rating of the lowest rated first line guarantor, the lower the
I borrowing costs. Fairly similar results can be achieved with a lease purchase revenue bond if
it is fully backed by general obligation leases.
I In either case it is safe to assume that an investment grade credit can be structured and bond
insurance purchased if it is cost effective.
I. As mentioned earlier the general obligation pledge provided for in 475.58 may be. useful when
incorporated into other financing types such as lease purchase revenue bonds and may be
essential in the fonnulation of a sound financing mechanism for this project. If a rated
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transaction is desired it is important that 100% of the debt service be covered by a general .
obligation pledge. This requirement affects the business agreements between parties
concerning guaranteed usage levels, access to unallocated time, and calculation of the parties' -.
obligations in the event revenues are inadequate to cover debt service and operating and
maintenance costs.
Although a school district can obligate itself as issuer and/or general obligation guarantor .
under the Mighty Ducks legislation, they must seek approval from the Department of Education
through the Review and Comment process before constructing facilities that require bonding in
excess of $400,000 and are to be used for educational purposes. .
Potential Issuers
The potential issuers of bonds for the MASC project would include the primary users, with the .
exception of MASC, Anoka County, and the Anoka County HRA, or some combination of the
above. MASC does not have general taxing authority nor do they have authorization to issue I
bonds.
We have made the assumption that in any case, the financing type chosen will incorporate the I
general obligation pledge of the users. Disregarding the actual authority under which the
bonds may be issued, the general obligation pledge could take the form of:
(1) A single issuer whose general obligation is the first line of defense for I
bondholders. Underlying agreements with the other parties backed by their
individual general obligations would limit the issuer's financial exposure.
(2) An issue sold under a joint party agreement among several of the primary users, e.
with underlying agreements with the other parties limiting the issuers' financial
exposure. I
(3) A joint party agreement among all of the obligated users.
In each case, the ultimate responsibility for an initial percentage of debt service would be .
guaranteed by each party. A process for reallocation of the assigned debt service could be
established if desired.
The borrowing rate for the bonds will rely on market acceptance of the financing vehicle and .
the perceived credit of the transaction. With an underlying general obligation pledge, the
bonds should be ratable in some form. If a standard general obligation bond is sold, the rating .
will reflect the lowest general obligation credit rating of the first obligor(s). For a lease
purchase transaction, the rating is usually reduced 1/2 step from the lowest general obligation
credit rating of the first obligor(s), if the facility is perceived to be an essential one. Non-
essential facility lease purchase obligations drop one full credit grade. .
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I Credit ratings are assigned by a number of nationally recognized rating agencies that annually
review information and reevaluate an issuer's credit Moody's Investors Service is widely
I- regarded as the rating agency of choice for general obligation bonds. For Minnesota
communities that carry a credit rating on their general obligation bonds, it is generally a
Moody's rating. The potential issuers of bonds for the proposed facility have the following
general obligation ratings as assigned by Moody's Investors Service and published in the
I Moody's Bond Record of March, 1996:
Parties to the Master Agreement
I City of Arden Hills not listed
City of Blaine A-1
City of Coon Rapids A
I City of Forest Lake Baa
City of Mounds View A
City of New Brighton A-1
City of Shoreview Aa
I City of Spring Lake Park not listed
School District NO.621, Mounds View A
School District NO.16, Spring Lake Park Baa
I Not parties to the Master Agreement
Anoka County A-1
I Anoka County H.R.A. no general taxing authority
An explanation of Moody's credit ratings is contained in Appendix IV.
I. A bond's credit rating relates inversely to the interest rates which can be expected on the
bonds. The Bloomberg wire service lists the generic yields for general obligation municipal
bonds at. the close of each business day. The rates for April 12, 1996 are included in
I Appendix V.
I Current Financing Proposal
The financing proposal being discussed currently calls for the County to issue general
obligation bonds. This will permit the entry into the market with an "A-1" rated general
I obligation bond. The County is requesting that gross revenue pledges be made by the
participants to secure their position in the financing. The first dollars of revenue under this
arrangement would be available to pay debt service. Operating expenses would be paid with
I any additional funds available. The operating pledge within the gross revenue pledge would
require that the participants operate the facility and provide for any operating deficits that may
occur. Appendix VI contains an illustration of the general obligation bond option and the debt
I service required annually under four separate options. Two of the options are for a 20 year
financing, one with and one without a funded debt service reserve fund. The second two
options are for a 25 year financing, with and without a funded debt service reserve fund.
Extending the debt service amortization by five years decreases the annual debt service
I obligation by approximately $50,000 to $60,000 annually.
Discussions have not been completed with the County regarding what level if any of reserves
I for debt or operations will be required. The illustrations contained in Appendix VI does not
presume any prefunded reserves for operations.
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Summary .
The agreement among parties calls for revenue guarantees for a total of 2,080 hours from -.
each of five parties. These guarantees provide a threshold revenue level of $1,300,000
annually. Net debt service on the bonds is expected to range from $556,000 to $632,000
annually. Operating expenses are estimated to be $759,000. The result of these assumptions I
at the lowest annual debt service cost is as follows:
Operating Revenue $1,300,000 I
less Debt Service (556,000)
Available for Operations $744,000
less Operating Expenses 759,000 .
Surplus/(Deficit) ($15,000)
In addition to covering annual debt service and operating expenses, it is prudent to accumulate .
reserves for the payment of debt service and/or operations in the event of a business
downturn. Also, reserves for capital replacement must be provided. The operations assumed .
herein do not provide for accumulation of reserves.
The options for strengthening the cash flow include increasing the hourly charges, increasing
the demand for ice time and the hours rented, or further refining the operating budget. .
Estimating Annual Exposure e.
There are a number of scenarios which present the potential for financial risk to the
guarantors. They are on a spectrum of events that range from a lower than anticipated I
financial performance for the arena to a closure of the facility for some unforeseen reason.
Appendix VII attempts to illustrate the financial exposure at these two ends of the spectrum.
Proiect Underoerformance. Project underperformance can be caused by either operating .
costs exceeding budget expectations or revenues falling short of anticipated levels. The first
section of Appendix VII illustrates assumptions reflective of poor project performance. The first
assumption incorporated is that expenses are underestimated by 15%. It should be noted that
the budget referenced here exceeds the NSC estimate by over $76,000. The use agreement .
calls for MASC to underwrite any overage of actual expenses against budgeted expenses
once the board approves a budget. We would assume that if serious deficiencies appear in
the budget, MASC and NSC would address them in subsequent years' budgets and that the .
MASC guarantee can not be seen as a long-term source of funding for unexpected budget
levels. A 15% variance in budgeted expenditures equates to just under $114,000.
Revenue underperformance could result from either too high an assumed rental rate or .
inability to book the required rental hours. A level of comfort has been expressed that
$125/hour will be a standard rental level by fall, 1997, therefore Appendix VII makes
assumptions regarding the usage levels assumed for the full 10,400 hours of guaranteed time. I
Columbia users and girls' sports assumptions are assumed to vary by up to 15%. This
acknowledges that the will be there, but at a lower level than anticipated. Local association ice
time is assumed to either be committed through pre-sale or made available to MASC for .
expansion of its tournament scheduling during the hockey months. Additional usage of this
time could be to supply overflow ice time to associations that were not included in the polling
sample. An assumed slippage percentage of 25% is applied to figure skating and 50% to -.
open skating, short track speed skating, and camps. No loss has been assigned to MASC
tournaments because of a presumed negligible risk of slippage or to indoor soccer or seasonal
hockey because of MASC's expressed willingness to contract in advance for those hours.
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.- each of the guarantors would occur.
Project Failure. In the unlikely event that the project is shut down entirely, we have assumed
that a basic level of maintenance would be required including securing and insuring the facility.
In addition, the debt service and county fees would continue to be paid. These assumptions
. result in a total annual exposure of $587,000 or $146,750 for each of the four gross lease
obligors.
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Agreement Among Parties I
There exists a draft "Master Agreement" dated March 5, 1995 among parties involved in the -.
National Sports Center Ice Arena. The parties include the following:
- City of Mounds View, City of Arden Hills, City of New Brighton, City of .
Shoreview and School District 621 (Mounds View).
- City of Blaine.
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- City of Coon Rapids.
- City of Forest Lake, City of Spring Lake Parle I
Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission
Down payment I
The proposed agreement assumes that each of the parties to the Master Agreement makes a .
down payment in an amount equal to $500,000. It is assumed in this report that the down
payments are received prior to construction starting and are available immediately for
expenditures related to the project. I
MASC will contribute land and related facilities, goods, and services which will be described in
the Master Agreement. .1
Priority Ice Time Commitment
Each of the five parties to the Master Agreement listed above will be financially responsible for .
2,080 hours of ice time at the facility's regular hourly rate. The initial regular hourly rate is
assumed to be equal to $125 per hour. This equates to a maximum initial annual financial I
obligation of $260,000 per party; however,in reality the financial exposure can be expected to
be lower than the full guarantee. In return for their guarantee, each of the parties except
MASC can schedule usage of an ice surface during prime time hours up to its allotted 2,080 I
hours. MASC will have a similar priority for all four ice surfaces for the months of June, July
and August. There are several exceptions to the exclusive use of ice time that run to MASC
and the other parties. These exclusions are described in the Master Agreement and frequently
relate to rights to use all four ice surfaces simultaneously for tournaments. I
The Master Agreement assumes that, with the exception of MASC, the parties' financial
obligation for ice time will be in the form of a general obligation. It isn't clear whether a legal I
commitment of this kind is permitted under current law; however, if there is a deficit in any
year application of facility revenue first to operations would cause a shortfall for debt service to
which the general obligation of the parties could be pledged; however, this application of I
revenues is inconsistent with the draft Master Agreement dated March 5, 1996.
The altemative currently under discussion would have each of the parties, except MASC,
create an obligation under the gross revenue bonding authority discussed earlier. These I
obligations would be pledged to the County which would lend its general obligation to the bond
financing. This approach would require that revenues first be applied to the payment of debt
service, that each party pledge to operate the facility until the bonds are paid and that each -.
party further pledges to provide operating funds in the event that facility revenues are
insufficient.
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I- Reservation of Ice Time
MASC will operate a central reservation system for the booking of ice time. It is assumed that
use by certain entities (Iocai schools, area hockey boosters, etc.) will be designated as
I "belonging" to the appropriate joint party. Other call-in reservations will be allocated to the
appropriate joint party by address or if not within a participant's area, credit for the reservation
will be split equally among the five parties.
I Annual Operating Budget
I Each year an operating budget would be developed for the facility by MASC. The budget is
subject to approval by the parties through their membership on a board of directors. Once a
balanced budget is approved, if a deficit occurs it will be the financial responsibility of MASC.
I If an unbalanced budget is approved which incorporates a deficit, responsibility for the deficit
will be shared among the parties.
I Funding of Reserves
Reserves should be funded for both operations and repair and replacement. The board will
I have the responsibility for determining a reasonable level of funding and a mechanism for
providing for funds.
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ICE ARENA REVENUE AND , APPENDIX l-.a
EXPENSE STATEMENTS I
Edina Anoka Cty Coon Raplas
MASC 8500mlngton Braemer Mlnnetonka Parade Columbia Cook
Proposal 1996 BUdget 1996 Budget 1996 Budget 1996 BUdget 1996 Budget 1996 BUdge.
Sheets of Ice 4 3 2 2 2.5 2 I
Rental Rate '96/7
Prime Time $125 $95-120 $105 $90 $140 $95 $95
OPERATING REVENUE I
ICe Rental 1,300.000 848,000 490,000 340,000 407,121 275,000 182,255
Turf Rental 27,950
High School Games 54,000 40,000 22.000
Special Events, Ice Show 183,000 16,000
Skate Sharpening/Rental 15,000 13,000 3.500 6,500 I
Public Skating 11,000 17.000 15,988 23,500 4.500
Pro Shop 3.000 2,000 72,149 2.500
Concession & Vending 70,000 50.000 46,000 21.500 8S,000
VIdeo Games 6.000 2.500
Dry Floor 15,000 1.200 I
Skate School ".500 60.000 38,113 44.000 3.000
Advertising 500 15,000
Equipment Rental
Miscellaneous 1.000 4.000
Sale of Old Turf 7.200 I
Spectator Fees 20.000
Season Tickets 12,000 8,381
Mise. Rental 8,247
Sales Tax (7,806l
TOTAL OPERATING REVENUE $1.300.000 $1,062,000 $664.000 S570,000 $542.193 $457,500 $344.605 I
Personnel Expenses 359,932 309.436 254,500 210.100 270.562 220,000 124.283
EleetricitylGas 200,000 155.000 88.000 67,000 188,308 143,000 41,500 I
Water, Sewer & Wasle 15,000 19,200 600 29.000 9.686 15,000 6.400
Telephone 3,000 1.236 3.000 4.000 4,882 4.200 2.100
Janitorial Supplies 10,000 38.000 19.000 63.000 16,813 4,000 7,000
Equipment Mainl & Repair 4,000 31.200 17,000 20.700 3S.ooo 6,000 I
Bulkling Mainl & Repair 10.000 12.000 40.500 7.100 78,114 10,000 10.000.
Fumilure/Equlpment 500
Rubbish 4.000 4,058 3.200
Vehicle Fuel & Maintenance 7,000 5.000 4.300 9,185 ",.
Dues, Subscrptn.. Training 3.000 3,475 5.000 2.300 1,904 750 1,650 I
security Service 1.000 600 1.500 2.500
Legal & Accounting 11,000 1.285 900 2.000 1,500
Insurance. License 10,000 8,100 13.894 4.000 19,630
omce Supplies 2,000 500 1,500 4,200 2._ 600 1,500
Advertising 9,000 1,300 110 3,000 500 I
Grounds Maintenance 15,000 8.000
RantslLeases 2,500 2.000 900
AdmlnistraUYe O\l8f'head 20.000 1,122 139,500 3,300 6,900 .
Purchase for Resale 0 17,331 13,000
Concessk>ns 11,150 15,000 10.000 3S.ooo I
Pro Shop 1.500 8.500 1.300
Sales Tax 7.500
Sbte School 2.450
Ofticialsllnstructors 14,000 27.000
0"', 0 47,623 3,000 10.700 10,398 8,910 I
Subtotal $322.500 $347.391 $342,600 $264.900 $357.681 $242.950 $165.540
Total Operatlng Expenses $682.432 $856.827 $597,100 $475.000 $628.243 $482.950 $289,823
OPERATING INCOME BEFORE DEPR. $617.588 $405.173 $66.900 $95.000 ($88.0501 ($5.4501 $54,782 I
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EXPENSE STATEMENTS
I Edina Anoka Cty Coon Rapk1s
MASC Bloomington BllIemer Mlnnelonks Parade Columbia Cook
- 1995 Actual 1995 Actual 1995 Estimate 1995 Estimate 1995 Actual 1995 Actusl
41:'" 0' Ice 4 3 2 2 .2.5 2 1
I .n~:t~me '96f7
$125 $95-120 $105 $90 $140 $95 $95
I OPERATING REVENUE
Ice Rental 1,300,000 787,513 557,964 342.000 475.730 303.347 159.143
Tur1Rental
High School Games 33.33S 43.194 9.401
Special Events, Ice Show 177.000 2.962
I Skate SharpeningIRental 10,410 12,347 57.000 3.567 4,794
Public Skating 12.418 15,242 17,775 21.54a 5,063
Pro Shop 2.220 1,962 60.500
Concession &. Vending 63.386 52,816 42.000 23,474 14.765
VIdeo Games
I Dry Floor 45,090
Skate School 42.233 74.427 30,685 47.240 45._
Advertising 1,200
Equipment Rental
MlsceDaneous 2,505 2.000 13.239
Sale of Ok1 Turf
I Spectator Fees 31,556
Seasoo TIckets 8,273 9.320
Mise. Rental 1,704 9.165 3,270
Sales Tax (6,945)
I TOTAL OPERATING REVENUE $1.300.000 $954.020 $756.291 $620.000 $596,230 $504.861 $242,320
Personnet Expenses 359.932 285.268 261,390 298.900 242.850 257.329 139,093
I ElectrictV1Gas 200,000 198,653 111,079 83,000 190,015 117,607 50.925
Water, Sewer & Waste 15,000 21.820 22S 30.000 12.000 10,101 1,938
Telephone 3,000 828 2.625 3.000 4.170 4.664 2,398
Janitorial Supplies 10,000 39.327 23.065 66.400 18.960 4,073 10,665
Equipment Maint. & Repair 4.000 31,707 831 19,000 475 31,610 18.172
I 8uildng Main!. & Reps' 10,000 17.519 24.384 10.000 16,900 7.078 3,057
.umllUre!EQUlpmenl 12.659 500 1.756
ubbish 2.545 4,025 4.932
ehicle Fuel & Maintenance 7.000 3.845 3.800 9.760 2,344 34a
Dues, Subscrpln.. Training 3.000 3.256 1,642 4.000 850 702 2.019
I Security Service 1.000 473
Legal & Accounting 11.000 1.236 1.000 2,000
Insurance. License 10.000 6,798 12,360 5.806
Office Supplies 2.000 1,387 1.425 4.200 3,500 88 111
Advertising 9.000 1.200 100 2,449
I GrouMs Maintenance 15.000 248
RentsJleases 2.500 2,205 664 776
AQminlstraUve Ovsmead 20,000 334 1,106 3,200 5.953
Purchase for Resale 0 16,949 21,000 13;013-
Concesskms 16,500 9.000 8,614
I P'ro Shop 898 7,500 886
Sales Tax
5I<at. ScIlool
OftlcialsJtnstructors 22,457 25,000
Other 0 43.496 60,977 10,000 7,200 53,070 1,782
I Subtotal $322,500 S40B.221 $264,831 $261.800 $301,315 $258,574 $109.253
Total Operating Expenses $882.432 $893.489 $526.221 $560,700 $544.165 $515,903 $248.346
I OPERATING INCOME BEFORE DEPR. $617,568 $260.531 $230.070 $59.300 $52.065 ($11.0421 ($6.026)
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BUDGET ACTUAL PRORA- ADJUSTED NSC .
AVERAGES AVERAGES TION X 4 BUDGET BUDGET VARIANCE
Personnel Expenses $109,958 $114,569 $439,831 $360,000 $359,932 $68 .
Electricity/Gas 52,453 59,237 209,814 210,000 200,000 10,000
Water, Sewer & Waste 6,156 6,742 24,626 25,000 15,000 10,000 .
Telephone 1,381 1,097 5,523 3,000 3,000 0
Janitorial Supplies 14,401 15,553 57,605 43,203 10,000 33,203
Equipment Main!. & Repair 7,253 5,475 29,011 21,758 4,000 17,758
Building Main!. & Repair 14,496 7,242 57,985 43,488 10,000 33,488 -
Furniture/Equipment 53 1,385 211 1,000 1,000
Rubbish 848 692 3,393 3,000 3,000
Vehicle Fuel & Maintenance 1,946 1,832 7,783 7,000 7,000 0
Dues, Subscrptn., Training 1,335 1,026 5,339 3,000 3,000 0 .
Security Service 63 50 253 1,000 1,000 0
Legal & Accounting 441 446 1,762 11,000 11,000 0
Insurance, License 2,315 2,017 9,261 10,000 10,000 0 -
Office Supplies 968 1,107 3,873 3,000 2,000 1.000
Advertising 148 137 594 9,000 9,000 0
Grounds Maintenance 0 0 0 0 15,000 (15,000)
Rents/Leases 211 232 842 2,500 2,500 0 .-
Administrative Overhead 15,150 488 60,599 0 20,000 (20,000)
Purchase for Resale 1,824 3,995 7,297 n/a n/a n/a
Concessions 3,805 2,684 15,221 n/a n/a n/a .
Pro Shop 1,053 884 4,211 n/a n/a n/a
Sales Tax 0 0 0 nla n/a nla
Skate School 0 0 0 nla n/a nla
Officials/Instructors 4,316 4,995 17,263 nla n/a nla .
Others 7,550 12,808 30,198 2.000 0 2,000
SUBTOTAL 138,166 130,124 552,664 398,949 322.500 76,449
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES $248,124 $244,693 $992,495 $758,949 $682,432 $76,517 .
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I ARENA SALARY COMPARISON
Skating
I edriCh Ice Arena Manager Asst. Mgr. Driver Instruct. Head Pro
$40,000 $35,672 $11
Apple Valley Sports 40,000 30.000 7 $10-12
Blake School 35,300 24,600 750
I Bloomington Ice Garden 43,000 40,000 7 18 20
Brooklyn Park Comm. Cntr. 45,000 25,000 8
Bumsville Ice Cener 49,100 36,000 14 $9-19
I Columbia Arena 43,200 32,180 30.779 17
Cottage Grove Ice Arena 44,800 37,000 6 13 17
Eden Prairie Comm. Cnrt. 40.000 35.000 8 40.00%
I Farmington Arena 31,262 26.250 7 9 15
Fogarty Arena 37,600 23,500 6
Hastings Civic Arena 38,563 19.716 7
Hopkins Pavillion 39.000 15,200 $6-7
I J. Cook Arena 44,500 34,200 6 $14-16 21
Mariucci Arena 35,200 30,000
Minnehaha Ice Center $11 $10 $8
I New Hope Arena 55,307 31.595 7 14 19
Ramsey County (9) 50.725 40,560 14
Richfield Ice Arena 8 $11-14 $14-18
Roseville Ice Arena 45,000 16 $9-12 19
I SI. Louis Park 47,698 34,180 $11-14 $12-17 21
Wayzata Arena 12,197 7
White Bear Sports Center 6 $10-22 22
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M.I.A.MA 1995/96 Ice Rental Rates .
Apple Valley Sports Arena 115.00 90.00 -.
Augsburg College Arena 100.00 100.00
Blaine Fogarty 95.00 80.00 I
Brooklyn Park Activity Center 115.00 115.00
Burnsville Ice Center 115.00 80.00
Centenial Center 50.00 50.00 .
Chaska Community Center 100.00 75.00
Coon Rapids - Cook Arena 90.00 85.00
Cottage Grove Ice ARena 105.00 75.00 .
Eagan Civic Arena 120.00 90.00
Eden Prairie Comm. Cntr - Main 107.50 102.50
Eden Prairie Comm. Cntr - Olympic 110.00 102.50 .
Edina - Braemer 105.00 105.00
Forest Lake - Maroon & Gold 100.00 100.00
Lakeville - Ames ARena 110.00 85.00 .
Minneapolis - Blake 135.00 105.00
Minneapolis - Minnehaha 105.00 95.00
Minneapolis - Parade 135.00 110.00 I
Minnetonka Ice Arena 90.00
New Hope Ice Arena 110.00
North St. Paul - Polar 90.00 75.00 ..
Orono - Pond Arena 95.00
Ramsey Co - Aldrich 110.00 85.00
Ramsey County - Other 9 100.00 70.00 .
Richfield 112,50 62.50
Roseville Skating Center 115.00
Roseville - Ovai 180.00 .
South St. Paul - Wakota Civic 118.00 90.00
St. Louis Park Rec. Center 100.00
St. Paul - State Fair Coiseum 115.00 90.00 .
U of M - Mariucci 130.00
West St. Paul ARena 95.00 95.00 .
White Bear Lake Sports Center 102.00
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MEDIAN $107.50
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I FRIDAY CLOSE DATE: 4/12/96 AAA MUNICIPALS
AAA AA A BAAl AS % OF GOVTS
(SECTOR 49) (SECT.104) (SECT .159) (SECT.631)
I 1YR 1997 3.59 3.68 3.87 3.98 65.2
2YR 1998 3.96 4.05 4.24 4.43 66.6
3YR 1999 4.18 4.28 4.47 4.68 68.7
I 4YR 2000 4.33 4.43 4.62 4.88 69.8
5YR 2001 4.48 4.58 4.77 5.03 71.1
7YR 2003 4.72 4.82 5.01 5.33 72.9
9YR 2005 4.92 5.02 5.21 5.53 75.7
I.g~ 2006 5.02 5.12 5.31 5.63 77 .1
2008 5.24 5.34 5.53 5.85 79.3
14 YR 2010 5.44. 5.54 5.73 6.05 81.1
I 15 YR 2011 5.52 5.62 5.81 6.n 81. 7
17 YR 20n 5.65 5 ) 4 5.94 6.22 82.5
19 YR 2015 5.7 5.8 5.99 6.28 82.1
I 20 YR 2016 5.71 5.81 6 6.3 81. 5
25 YR 2021 5.75 5.86 5.05 6.36 83.4
I 30 YR 2026 5.78 5.88 5.07 6.4 84.9
31oomberg-all rights ~eserved: Frankfur~:69-92041Q Hong Kong:2~521-3000 London: 171.330-7500 New York:212-31B-200Q
?rinceton:609-279-3000 Singapore:226~3000 Sydney:2.777-8600 Tokyo:3-3201-S900 Washington DC:202-434-1BOO
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Moody'. Bond Ha!!n;~ I
Purpon: ine ourpose at Moocv's RatIngs IS to provlae tne lnveSlors with a ..tallstlcal lactors 810ne. Ofnce they are sppralSal 01 tonl;Hsrm n&KS. induding the
Simple. ~vstem 01 graoatlon oy wnlCh the relative mV8Slmenl aualltles of Donas ....~"ognnlun ot many r.on-Slahs.tle8! lac'lors..
;';oooy', R.Un~s '.u,...nl Ih. oo;",on 01 Moodv', InveslolS SeMC9 as 4Jt
may De nOlec. relative Investment CtassillC8110n 01 banas. AI;. such. they snoula De us8CI In I
Cilllro;lts in Raling:: The Quality of most bonOS is nol fIxed and steaety over 8 junctIon with the Ce&erIDllOn ana' Slali6tics acpeann In Moody's: Mun"
Denoo at lime. out tenas to unOerpo cnanpe. ~or tnis reason enangas In ratmgs Government Manuai and MuniclDal Credit ReDOru, RaY.rence l1IOuid be ml08 0
occur so as 10 rellect lnese venallOns In tne mtnnSlC position oj InQIVlOual bOnas. tnese lor sntonnatlOn reQarOlno tn6 ISSuer.
A cnange In rallng may thus occur at any lImB In Ihe case 01 an mOMoual ISSue. An unciertylng rating reoresents Mooay"S evaluation 01 the debt lervice r&P8y.
Sucn rallno cnanoe snould serve nobce lnal MoodVs observes some alteration In mem C8Daetty of an ISSuer witnoul glVlt1g etlec: to the credil ennancamenl on
lne Inves1mem niKs of 1ne bond or thai Ine previous ra6ng did not lully reflect tnat IS&U8r& datIL I
the Qualify oj me DOna as now seen. Whae cecause 01 Ultur very nature, cnanges (Dutch Auction): This design8tion denotes that tne securities to which II is
are to De exoected more 1reQuenlly among bonQs of lower ratIngs tnan emong
Oon05 01 htgner ratmgs: nevennetess. me usar at bond rtltlfl'iJS snOUld lI;eeo Close 8SSIQfl8O are sUOJBCI to penodlC reotter and resal. In the S8C0naary market II'l 8
"duten auctJon". (wnic:h mav be publIC or pnvate). and hI IS a conseQuence.
and constanl e:necx on ell ratln95.00fh high and low ratm1;Js.tnereby to be aele Ie the ability of holders ot such securitIeS, to sell suc:n securities at suCh penocic
note cromclty any sIgns of Cfl8ng8 In Investmenl status WTIlcn may OCC':Jr. auctIons and the onces. if ~' at Which sUCh securmes may De so IOkI will I
Umltltlon. to Use. of Ratinaa: Banas C8n'Vlng lhe ;ame nning are nol clauned aeDel'ld solely on conditions 0 suppty and demana Drevaiting in the sec:ondary
10 De ot at)SOjutely eaual lJuallty. In a broad' sense tney are 8lu<e rn ~Illon. but mal'K81 at the time at sUCl'l 8Uc:lIOns. The credit_ rating aSSll;lnetl by Moody's 10
SInai 1here are only nine ranng classes used _ in Ql'3Olng tnousanas 01 Donos. the seamt)8S beaMg the ctes~9"Bll0" (Dutch AucUon) ez:0resse5 a Judgment .by
symOOIS cannot reflect the hne snaoln9S 01 nslcs wtllCfl actually exlSl. Therefore, Mooay's soiery as to me abUny ana wdltngn8S$ 01 the ISSuer oj such HCU~ to
II snould De evident to tne user 01 ratings tnat rwo bonOS t08nbCally rated are make repulany s.:neauaec caymenrs of pnnctD8I, cremlum, tr any, and lr11ereSI
unlikely to be crease)y Ine same 10 tnVBSlmenl auality. under tne Inoenlure or otner eonstilUUVe InslrumentS pUf'luant to whicn SUCh I
As raMps are 08s1gned exciusIWliy jor tne purpose 01 gradIng bonos according S8O.lmies were ISSued and In no way az:Dresses any jucgment Whatsoever as 10
10 their InV6${menl O\J8lilies. Ihey snoulO no! be usea alOne as a DaSlS lor mV861- me ability 01 any halOS! of sucn seculibes to sell any of suc:n securities in Ule
menl Opetabons. For eX8me>>e, tney have no value In lorecasllng me dlreetlon 01 seconaary mal'k9t at sUCh penOQlC au:tlans Of tne pnces, If any, at 'Nhict1 any of
ILrtUre lrenos of markel Dnce. Markel once movementS In DOnos are Inliuenced sucn &8CUritles may De soll1.
nol only by lne Quality at IndtviauaJ ISSUes CUI alSO Dy cnBnges In money rates AbaenC8 at Rating: Where no tattng ilas been assi;neCl or where a rating has I
ana general econonuc lrenos. as well as Dy tne Iengtn oj matunty. etC. Dunng its been suspenQQd -or W1tnorawn, 11 may De tor reasons unral&l8d 10 the C1u&my of
lite even Ine DeS1 auahTy DOna may nave WIOe once movements, whiie ItS nigh tne ISSue.
InY8Stmenl Slatu& remaIns unc:nan98t1. Should no ratmg be assiQT1ed. the reason may be one 01 tne fOllowing:
The maner of rn&rxel cnce nas no ounng WMtB08Y8r on tne Oelennmabon of , . An IQOhCIlIon jor rating wu. not I'808MKi or aa::801ed.
.raunQS wnich Ire no! to be canstWIKI 8fi t:BCOrItm8noatJons wittl l'88oeet 10 2. The I5SU8 or lS&U8r Delongs 10 a group 01 HCUrtUes ht I'" not rated as a
~aDract1Y8nMS. ft The attractiveness of 8 QlY8n oond may GeDeno on its ytBlO.. its matter of polICy. I
malumy aate or other laclOf8 lor whlen tne nvestor may aearcn, lIS weu as on its 3. There 1& I laCK 01 88&8n1ial I18ta oertaining to the i:IIue or issuer.
Investment ouality, t08 onlY cnaraaensuc 10 wnlCh the rallng rulers. ". The iaaUlil WB.& Onvat8iy plac:8C. If1 wtD:rl cue the raDno IS not pubJil;Md in
Since rallnQS inVOlVe luogmBnt& aDDut tne luture, on me one nand, and Since Moody's cuohcattol'l6..
they ere used Oy InvestOrs as a means 01 DroteettOn. on tne otner. me effort: 1& SusDeMlOn or wttnorawal may oc:cur If new anc::l material c1n:umstano81 an.. the
meae wnen ISSlgnmg rallngs 10 lOOK al '"worst" potentl8libe& In me "vr&Jble" effeas of wnia'l Dreouoe Mtislaaory a~; If there is no lOnger In&aDle I
luwr6. ratner OlIn SOlely al 1ne past recotCl and the &tatU& at the present. The.... rauonaDIe UP-ID-Oa18 oats to permit a luagmenl to be tormea: If a bond is call8Cl
lore. tnV8Slors using tns fBtlng &lJoUK:I noL exP8d 10 hnd Ifl tnem a relleCtlOn 01 tor reoemOllon: or lor omer fB8SOns.
Key to Moody's Municipal Ratlnga
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Bonds whicrl are IlIteel Au are iuoQ8el to be of the best Quality. They carry the Bonds WhICh Ire raled B ,",neraliv lack Ch8taCIItnItICI ,at the deIUaI:He .
smal1861 r:l8Ql'ge 01 Investmenl ",I( Ina are generally I8tet1'8Cl 10 as "gilt eQ98." menL Assurance 01 IMll8f8liit ana o'nnaoal OIIvmentB or 01 maintenance oe
Im81"881 payments are Drot80ecI oy a large or Dy an 8XC8D00n81lY ItaDI8 mal'Oln tBrms allhe c:ontract over any lOng penoci or ume may be IImail
and DMClDBI l& NCUre, wt'llle 1M venous protectNe 8lemems are IiKBly 10 Coo
CMfl(2e. wen cnan9ls as can De >nSU8l&zsd are mOlt unl~ to Imcalr tne lunaa. Bonds Which are rated Caa a1'9 01 poor standmC;. Such Iasues may be In oe&aull or I
rnenwly S{tong position 01 1iUel'1 I8&UBS.
.. the,e may 08 pt888nt ...menu 01 oanger wlth t8I08Clto pril"lClPlll or II1tBtKl
Bonds wnicn are rBled .... are Juogea to be 01 nigh austily Dy aU Nnoaros. Co
T 098tner wtlh 1ne A.aa proup lMe,!, comcnsa wnat are penerahy known as nIgh Bonas which are ra1ed Ca I'8DI'8H"I OOI198tlOO& which are aoecutabve In a hipn
graoe DOnas, Tney are rated lOwer lnBn the best DOnos 08C8u&8 mstQln& 01 oe;ree. Suen I$SU86 are onen to O8laUQ or nave Otn8r I'nIlIUd JIlOttcornrngL I
Crol.ClIon may no! De as large as. In Au secuntlBS or lIuauauon 01 protectrve C
elements. may De of gl'88.ter amDlltuoe or 1nere may De Otner elements prasent Bonos wtUcn are nlled C are 1ne IOW8SI ral8cJ CIU8 of bonOI. and IaU88 10 rated
wnicn make tne tono-term naG apcear aomewnal larger men In Aaa aecuntl8S. c:en De ~toeCI U navmg uuemery poor p"*** of ewr aaatI'IIng any INl
A irWwtmenl It8l'lomg. .
Bonos wnil;'! are rated A ooaeI$ many faYOrab18 inveItment attrtbUles and arB Con. (_)
10 be conat08f8d as upQer milOlum praoe oDI1g8t1Ons. Factors pMng MelJnfy to I
onnacal and interest 11'8 consJ08r&a aoeaual8. oUl -.mems may De pruant 80nas tDr wt\id'i tne MCUriry aeoenos uoon Ih8 compietjon of IOfM 8Cl or the
Which augQ8Sl a 1IJICI~lify to ~nt aomeume Il'1 tne IUlura. tuIfIUment 01 some conciIbon Ire I'8tea c:onditIonaily. n... .,. bonCI MCUrIld by
Boa ,a) """"01 of DI'OI8CI8 unaer constnJCbOn. (b) ..~ 01 PrqIC!I un.aaoned
30nds whictt are mea Baa are oonsiOer8d as mecIium grade abilQltions. i.e.. tney 10 ClP8Rl1lOn 8XD8nenoe. (C) rentat& wnic:h beQln WIlen racIIibeI are ~. or
ld) 'Drfm8nt& to wrncn IOm8 other Imitmg condition etlaaMrs. P....lIt\.~ rat.
are nettner hlgnty pml8CI:eCl. nor ooony HCUnK1. tmel'88t payments ana cnnaDIJ I'1g cenot_ OItlClb48 Cr8GIl. aaDIj1l UQOI'1 c:ornD'IbOn 01 c:one:trucaan or Mmina. I
security IDD88r 808Cuate tor the Of...nt but certam DrcteCt1Y8 el8m8mS mav De tJon of DUIS 01 conOitJon.
I8dting or 1TUI'!' be ChBnlIctensbcatly unreiiaDle over any great IengIn Of time. Such (PJ~
oonas 18ck. DUtSl8nCtIng Investmenl CNltaCUI",bca anc:l In lee: new aoecula1Ml
cnar&ClenstJCS as weU. When _teet to torwan:l delivery bonOS:. indic:It8S that the I'8tir1g 11 pnMIiOnIl
Sa pending oeIrvery ot tn8 bonOS. "The ratr1g may be nMIed pnor to MMtry If I
BondS which arB rated B.a alB iU098d to nave &D8CUIahYe ei8ments: tnelr tulure eNln985 oa::ur III tne Ieg&t oocumentli Of.the unoenymg CNdII q~ 01 tnI
cannot be cansiaer&Q as well assureo. Otten the Dtotecbon of intet8sI ana Dnnci- bonos.
OBi payments may Of very mooerste and tnel'8DY not well l8Ieguaraea ourmg Nolo: Tnooo oonas on tno Aa, A. Baa. Sa and B _ ....... llooOy'. _
oaIh IJOOCl and Old tunes over U'I8 futwI. Unc:enaimy ot poMIon ~ QC:aI8eS tn& Slronpest ~I! anriDuIe8 are ~ l7f the aymDc* A.al.
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"""- .-.. 5.211 5.015 S.'6 5.27 ..5. .... n.. 6.25 a.05 e..OI 6.2'" e..IS' """- .... 5." .... 5."2 .... ....
..... ..u 5.52 5.29 S.., 5.56 5.7. Ma,. .... 6.12 5.i' 5." 6.15 a.50 ..... .... - - - - -
"Dr. ...- 5.86 S..... 5.80 5.71 5.87 ..,. .... S,aE1 5." 5.BO. 5.98 1I.0t ..,. .... - - - - -
- .-.- 5.83 5.82 5.71 5.110 6.02 ...,. .... 5.13 5.eS 5.1> 5.81 S.ia .... .... - - - - -
-. ...- 5.118 S.76 5.86 6.07 6.tS ..... __a. 5.Dill 5.152 5.81 5.73 5.U ..... .... - - - - .
...... uu 6.10 5.88 11.10 8.17 B.2e Jul. .-.. 5.75 5.88 5.8. 5.76 $.l;It .Jul. .... - - - - I
_. ...- 6.07 5.88 e..OlS 6.1:3 S.%3 - .... 5.18 5.83 5.81 5.16 5.95 _. .... - - - -
..., .--. 8.08 5.87 5.0Q &..15 S.22 -. .... 5.18 5,71 S.7S 5.711 5.110 -. .~.. - - - -
"'"' .... B.26 8.05 8.~0 8.33 6.:17 Ca- .... 5.13 5.7. $.7" 5.84 $.115 Ca- .... - - - -
-, .... s.n 6,57 B.n 6.8i1 8.88 _. .... 5.83 5.58 .5.S! S.1!I3 5.76 _. .... - - - - -
""'- .... 6.73 6,82 I.n 6.73 7.17 ""'- -... 0.50 5..40 5.43 5.5' 5.56 ""'- .... - - - - -
Tbc avc:r.,a tMIve iDcca COOIUIICUll:I.bom .. amaIl ~, of pDllftI....... ..-. lJDOer 'the ~vdy Ital:Mc matht CCIIlCbUOlllIhal..yaem DCriOlmllO --'-il)'. Iiowewt. IHIlim' ~ I
marulCDllll1lUcmL.&a a--.,c.-red ~1DeCifN:~qwcklytlecllmal ~ ~r..I1lUJOlGmc:Du:tll bonO&.~y.tot IOIM-Moodr".~""_m.........,.-...c." watrill
... 00erI f'YCn NIl only 10 maitty" IIIlO I!WIIl1IYtlutataoco tllClanoi preniimr...... fUel (OCI!MI'IftIIIC wtIlIl IN IJI-.aI yaddI wautd ..jfboftdl of UlC ........,._IIIftWlCIIIIIDDGL (" _Iy.
II _~ CIBp'IIla UIlIlMoocly't.PCftJCS nawcOCCCllDe~ b'yUIIII_1ftMW. n.a.Macm:-,'.SIIWIICnMI baBd..~~~ hum ..bram.......,... s--t....____
In Ll'Iie _1UUe matxCL. MOOCIY'11lei1eWl& tnaI; nUS I' lfte DrlI" KQIft1~1'M&nI ol aamciln, ana rcDOI'UllI m.ama. tn=IIQl.
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G.O. Bonds G.O. Bonds G.O. Bonds G.O. Bonds
I No Reserve With Reserve No Reserve With Reserve
Construction Cast Est. S8,000.000 38,000,000 S8.000.000 38,000,000
,w.,rchitectural 570,000 570,000 570,000 570,000
I County Fee 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
?urchase of Columbia 140,000 140.000 140,000 140.000
Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
Other Fees 200.000 200,000 200000 200,000
I TOTAL IMPROVEMENT COSTS S9,420,000 39,420,000 S9,420.000 $9,420.000
C,ty of Blaine 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
I City of Coon Rapids 500,000 500.000 500,000 500,000
Cities of Forest Lake,
Spring Lake Park 500,000 500.000 500,000 500,000
Cities of Mounds View
I _rden Hills. Shoreview
nd Mounds View SID 500,000 500,000 500.000 500,000
;vlighty Ducks Grant 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
I TOTAL CONTRIBUTIONS 32,500,000 32,500,000 32.500.000 32,500,000
Net Costs to Be Funded 36 920 000 $6 9:70 000 $6 9)0 000 56 q?O 000
I Capitalized Interest 494,762 541,156 516,339 559,796
Debt SeNice ReseNe Fund 0 629,675 0 569,530
Construction Int. Earned (304,414 ) (304,414) (304,414) (304,414 )
I -Standard Costs of Issuance 102,500 102,500 102,500 102,500
Sand Insurance 0 0 0 0
Underwriting Discount 91,313 99.875 91,563 99,313
I Miscellaneous 839 1,207 (988) (1,725)
TOTAL ADDITIONAL COSTS 3385,000 31,010,000 $405,000 $1,025,000
:land Issue Size ~305 000 $7 990 000 $7 3)5 ono $7 ~45 000
I :.l..verage Annual Amortization 3607,143 3664.075 3553,515 3600,221
Less DSRF Earnings 0 - 34.118 0 32,103
Plus County Fee 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200
I Net Annual Amortization $60~ 143 S632157 $555 715 $570 11 A
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Allowance Dollar .
For Error Exposure
Operating Budget $758,949 15.00% $113,842 .
Revenue Hours
Columbia Users 1,250 15.00% $23,438 I
Girls' Sports 1,500 15.00% 28,125
Local Associations 2,622 . 0
Figure Skating 900 25.00% 28,125
Open Skate 330 50.00% 20,625 .
Short Track Speed 150 50.00% 9,375
Park & Rec. 0 0.00% 0
MASC Tournaments 1,388 0.00% 0 .
Camps 400 50.00% 25,000
Indoor Soccer 480 0.00% 0
Seasonal Hockey 1,380 0.00% 0 I
Subtotal Revenue Hours $134,688
Total Oollar Exposure $248,530 ..
Guarantor's Share (20%) $49,706
. Assume that either i) pre-sale of ice to local associations consumes .
this time, or ii) MASC tournament activities are expanded to use the
avaiiable hours since this time occurs during the winter season.
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PROJECT MELTDOWN - Facility is closed,
Basic Maintenance Costs .
Utilities $10,000
Security Service 1,000 .
Insurance, License 10,000
Administration Overhead 10,000
$31,000
Net Debt Service Costs 556,000 .
Total Annual Dollar Exposure $587,000 .
Guarantors Share (25%) $146,750
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