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City of Centerville Council Meeting Minutes February 8, 2017 Mr. Jon Pederson, Owner, Mr. Jay Thorson, Daily Companies and Russ Rahella, Rosa Architectu, Group. Mr. Thorson provided an architect's drawing of the proposed building and stated that they desire to meet all City requirements. He appreciated Staff's assistance in all aspects of planning and construction of the new building. Mr. Pederson stated that Ruff idge Johnson Equipment Company has been in business for 70 years and desires for his reputation to be strong by showcasing the exterior of the property and building. Both individuals thanked City Staff for all their work. Mayor Paar requested that Mr. Pederson provide Council with the businesses' history. Mr. Pederson stated that he was hired by the firm in 1978 as a sales person and several years later bought the business. He stated that they provide sales and service of asphalt and aggregate equipment but do not services vehicles. He stated that the business has 13 employees with a fixed customer base and have 3 to 4 mechanics who are Local 49ers. Mr. Pederson stated that he is a small-town guy who has served on Osseo's Economic Development Committee and keeps an apartment there for residence during the week. On weekends he resides in New London/Spicer, MN. He reminded Council that he is paying the full sale price with a 1031 land exchange. He noted it will take six (6) months to construct the proposed building and looks forward to being a good steward in Centerville. Motion by Council Member Montain, seconded by Council Member Koski to Approve the Planning & Zoning Commission's Finding of Fact and Conditional Use Permit for 20f Commerce Drive — Ruffridge Johnson Eauipment Company. All in favor. Motion carried. 8. Centennial Fire District — Purchase of Ladder Truck Mayor Paar stated that the company who sold the new fire truck, Engine #3 had approached Chief Lundstrom regarding an opportunity to purchase a 2002 ladder truck. He noted the price of $150,000 versus brand new for $1 million. The purchase includes a one year warranty, 20% down and financing for three (3) years at no interest. Chief Lundstrom stated that he believes that with the purchase of this new truck, the cities will be in compliance with ISO rating requirements and individual property owner insurance rates will stay the same or decrease. He stated that the Centennial Fire District Fire Steering Committee approved the purchase during a special meeting and he is sharing this with each City Council. He stated that due to prioritizing medical calls and deceasing duplication of services provided by alternative entities, the budget allows for such a purchase. He stated that funding has been set aside for 2018 and 2019 for the purchase of a pumper truck. Chief Lundstrom explained that the proposed ladder truck is a "quint" which means that it delivers five (5) different services such as a 75" LT1 aerial ladder, 500 gallon tanker, waterous 1,500 GPM fire pump, ground ladders, fire hoses and is scheduled to arrive on Friday. Brief discussion took place regarding the necessity of providing aerial services to buildings similar to Ruffridge Johnson's proposed building, firefighter morale, the donations that are being provided by neighboring communities such as (pike poles, hoses, etc.), funding for the new engine by paying the second quarter budget payment early and the Chief's dedication to the Department, firefighters ant4 budget. Page 3 of 8 8