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City of Centerville <br />Council Meeting Minutes <br />May 14, 2014 <br />Mr. Tolzmann stated that if any resident feels that their market value is inaccurate, they have the <br />opportunity to contact him to schedule an appointment. They had the opportunity to participate <br />in the Open Book Meeting held at the Government Center in Anoka until June and if they did <br />participate in that, they can file an appeal with the Courts. <br /> <br />Mayor Wilharber stated that he is asked on many occasions why Centerville property taxes are <br />so high. Mr. Tolzmann explained that Centerville’s residential stock is 96.1% of the entire stock <br />of parcels, residential parcels are a stable property tax base where commercial is not, commercial <br />values stayed steady and lag behind in increases and if there was more commercial <br />parcels/development it would relieve the residential tax base some. <br /> <br />Mr. Tolzmann commented that most of the values in Centerville had increased for residential <br />parcels. <br /> <br />2. Mr. Lou Suski, Gaugh Companies (City Surplus Property) <br /> <br />Mr. Lou Suski introduced himself to Council and stated that he is a Broker/Real Estate Agent <br />that has been secured by the City to list/sell numerous properties owned by the City. Mr. Suski <br />stated that commercial real estate market has gotten stronger recently and reviewed <br />showings/inquiries with Council. Mr. Suski stated that the parcels at 1691 & 1697 Main Street <br />are larger than originally thought, sales price has been adjusted from $75,000 to $125,000 and <br />that the parcels would be extra green space or parking for abutting developable land. <br /> <br />Mr. Suski had concern over what was originally thought of as being a musty basement odor at <br />1737 Main Street. Administrator Larson stated that the Public Works Staff has looked at the <br />property, and recommended to remove paneling, carpeting and wet carpet in the poorly finished <br />basement. Mr. Suski stated that the condition of the furnace and water softener are of concern <br />also. Mr. Suski felt that it would not be in the City’s best interest to have the home moved or <br />demolished, it would be better to sell as is and market it as being commercial redevelopment. <br />Mr. Suski also stated that the home has a nice layout for a small real estate office/insurance <br />office, etc. and not a large investment. <br /> <br />Council Member Paar felt that the immediate removal by Public Works Staff of those items, (i.e. <br />carpeting, ceiling tiles, paneling, etc.) that hold moisture be removed from the basement to assist <br />in alleviating additional problems in the future. <br /> <br />Mr. Suski stated that the market is doing very well and he anticipated that he would be in contact <br />with the City regarding any of the parcels with potential offers soon. <br /> <br />V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA <br /> <br />Mayor Wilharber added Centerville Claims (Check #28676-28686) should be added. <br /> <br />Motion by Council Member Love, seconded by Council Member Paar to Approve the <br />Agenda as presented. All in favor. Motion passed. <br /> <br />Page 2 of 7 <br /> <br /> <br />