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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-01-05 P & R Packet I CITY OF CENTERVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION AGENDA Wednesday, January 5, 2005 - 6:30 P.M. L CALL TO ORDER 1. Roll Call ll. PUBLIC HEARING(S) ID. SET AGENDA IV. APPEARANCES v. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES 1. December 1, 2004 Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes VI. COMMITTEE BUSINESS 1. Committee 2005 Achievements 2. General Fund Budget 3. Fete des Lacs Parade 2005 4. Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2005 5. City ofCenterville Code of Ethics 2005 Vll. UPDATES 1. SRF Engineering, Clearwater Creek Trail Feasibility Study 2. Parks & Recreation Committee's Participation in Frozen Fete des Lacs 2005 3. Committee Vacancy 4. Subcommittees A. Grants B. Trails C. Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park Wanning House Renovation D. Tracie McBride Memorial Park E. Wheels Skate Park 5. St. Paul Water Utility Property on Centerville Lake 6. Adopt a Wood Duck House - Eagle Scout Project VllI. ADJOURNMENT Parks & Recreation Committee M~gNlinm~12~1~4 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, December 1, 2004 - 6:30 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Parks and Recreation Committee of the City of Centerville held the regularly scheduled meeting on December 1,2004, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street. Present: Chairperson Tedd Peterson Vice-Chairperson Wayne LeBlanc Committee Member Julie Lindsay Committee Member Suzanne Seeley Committee Member Kathy Peil &~~[[@w@@] Absent: Committee Member Andre Ziegler Council: Absent Staff: Kim Stephan I. CALL TO ORDER 1. Roll Call Chairperson Peterson called the December 1, 2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. IT SET AGENDA Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc requested adding a discussion of the number of members on the Parks & Recreation Committee. Chairperson Peterson requested adding a discussion of Ordinance #8 as it pertains to Park Dedication Fees and subdivision of property. Both discussions to be added under Committee Business. Motion was made by Chairperson Peterson, seconded by Committee Member Peil to set the December 1, 2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Agenda with the above additions. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. ID. CONSIDERA TION OF MINUTES October 6. 2004 Parks and Recreation Committee Meetin2 Minutes Motion was made by Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc, seconded by Committee Member Peil to approve the October 6, 2004 Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes as is. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. lof6 \ \ Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 November 3. 2004 Parks and Recreation Committee Medin!! Minutes Motion was made by Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc, seconded by Committee Member Peil to approve the November 3, 2004 Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes as is. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. VI. COMMITTEE BUSINESS SRF En!!ineerin!!. Parks & Trail Plannin!! Proposal SRF Engineering submitted a proposal dated October 28, 2004 to be discussed at the November 3, 2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting. The committee canceled the regularly scheduled November meeting therefore the item was not discussed until the December 1, 2004 Meeting. The Grant & Trail Subcommittees reviewed the proposal prior to the December meeting and requested SRF modify the proposal to concentrate on specific issues. The purpose of the feasibility study as submitted in the proposal is to provide a more detailed assessment of the trail alignment that can be used to assist in the preparation of a 2005 Minnesota DNR Trails and Waterways grant application. The proposal was pared down to three (3) main bullet points: 1. Gather Background Information 2. Complete Inventory and Analysis 3. Identify Issues Relating to Agency Coordination and Project Phasing The Parks & Recreation Committee feel this will be an invaluable tool to be used in the grant process. Working with SRF Engineering will also be beneficial as they are already involved in the CSAH 14 Project. Chairperson Peterson questioned the timetable and whether requesting this study be started now would allow adequate time to complete the study before the next grant application is due in February 2005. Committee Member Seeley stated that the majority of the study could be done before the grant application will be submitted, although some of the project will require more time. The feedback from the DNR Grant Committee regarding the last grant application was favorable, but the committee needs to resolve how to cross over 35E. Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc updated the committee regarding information he received from Mr. Rick Arnebeck of the Minnesota Department of Transportation on the status of the DOT 35E Corridor Study. Mr. Amebeck said it is progressing and he expected the study could be completed in about one year. In regards to a pedestrian overpass for 35E, Mr. Amebeck said it would most likely be incorporated into the 35E and CSAH 14 interchange reconstruction, but he questioned what side, north or south, the pedestrian overpass would be located on. Vice- Chairperson LeBlanc suggested the south side might be best because that is where the trail currently is planned, but added perhaps the study will conclude something else. The committee opted to recommend to City Council that SRF Engineering proceed with this feasibility study as outlined in the proposal. 20f6 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 Motion was made by Chairperson Peterson, seconded by Committee Member Seeley to recommend to City Council approving the expenditure not to exceed $800 to move forward with SRF Engineering commencing the Clearwater Creek Trail Feasibility Study as outlined in the proposal submitted. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. Parks & Recreation Committee's Participation in Frozen Fete des Lacs 2005 Ms. Stephan informed the committee that the Economic Development Committee would like the Parks & Recreation Committee's participation in Frozen Fete des Lacs once again this year and requested a committee member attend the next scheduled EDC meeting to discuss the event and what activities the Parks & Recreation Committee would be willing to be involved with. During the prior two Frozen Fete des Lacs, the EDC rented a horse drawn hayride to provide rides to citizens during the Friday Night Skate Night at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park at which the Parks & Recreation Committee volunteered their time, as well as supplying hot chocolate, popcorn and a bonfire. Although this was a success, there was not ice available on the rink for skating due to the warm temperatures. Chairperson Peterson stated there is rarely ice on the rink at that time in February. The EDC had previously discussed moving the Friday night event to the Anoka County Chain of Lakes Regional Park and having the skating on Centerville Lake. The committee discussed whether they would like to move the event to the County park and what that would involve. Vice-Chairperson Smith, EDC had contacted the Anoka County Parks and was told the event could be held at the park. Chairperson Peterson stated plowing a skating rink would be possible since Public Works would be plowing the track for the car races. Lights would need to be rented to light the ice rink. Public Works has a generator that could be used. A satellite would need to be placed at the park as the restroom facilities are not available during the winter months. The committee discussed whether the Centerville Lions would be involved in Frozen Fete des Lacs. Committee Member Peil stated the Lions are having their Annual Fishing Contest the weekend prior to Frozen Fete des Lacs. EDC was aware of this when they set the date of Frozen Fete des Lacs as it had to be decided whether to coincide with the Lion's Fishing Contest or the International Car Races on Ice and neither the Lions nor the Ice Racers could alter the weekend their respective events were scheduled. EDC would like the Lions to have their concession trailer available for Saturday's events, but Ms. Peil said perhaps the Parks & Recreation Committee could use the trailer on Friday night at the Anoka County Park for hot chocolate and popcorn. Committee Member Peil will check on this and report back to the committee. Chairperson Peterson stated he will attend the next scheduled EDC meeting. Sedona Homes - Centerville Townhome Office Park This item was included on the agenda as information only as the Centerville Townhome Office Park is already under construction. The original Developer's Agreement was signed prior to the City Council adopting Park Dedication Fees for Commercial Development, but the development was put on hold until the current time. The developer, Sedona Homes came to City Council and requested installing a sidewalk in front of the development in lieu of Park Dedication fees at a cost of approximately $6,000. Due to the future widening of County Road 14 and changes which will be made to the intersection of County Road 14 and 20th Avenue, City Council was not interested in a sidewalk along the west side of 20th Avenue at this time. This sidewalk would not fit into the Parks & Recreation Committee's Trail Plan. The developer and City Council compromised on a $6,000 Park Dedication Fee to be paid at the rate of $600 per town home (10 townhomes) at the time the Building Permit is issued. 30f6 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 Ms. Stephan reported Mr. Paul Keleher appeared before City Council at the November 10, 2004 City Council Meeting and asked that the Developer's Agreement be amended to reflect that the Park Dedication Fees being paid on Phase I would cover Phase II as well. After some discussion, this was agreed upon and a motion was made to reflect that the park Dedication Fees would cover both Phase I and phase II. Ms. Stephan's understanding from the meeting was that this meant $600 would be paid for all 18 units and the price would not exceed $600. In viewing the November 10, 2004 Cit Council Meeting Minutes, it is actually unclear. It could also be read to mean that it is $6,000 for all 18 units with the first 10 units having $600 Park Dedication Fee applied to each permit, the last 8 units having no Park Dedication Fee applied. The committee felt like this item should have come back to the Parks & Recreation Committee for review before a final decision was made and this area needs to be clarified. Committee 2005 Achievements (Capra Memo) Chairperson Peterson stated Mayor Elect Capra is looking for goals the committee has over the next few years and would like to plan a meeting in early 2005 with all council, commission and committee members to review these goals. Chairperson Peterson would like the committee members to be prepared to discuss this at the next scheduled Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting. Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc felt these goals are defined in the Parks & Recreation Budget and would be easily highlighted from the budget. Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc will supply the committee with the updated version of the budget prior to the next meeting General Fund Bud2et (Peterson) Chairperson Peterson stated the committee has not requested any monies from the General Fund for the last few years as they have had adequate Park Dedicate Fees to fund the various projects the committee has been working on, but the committee will need to start requesting funds again as the Park Dedication Fees will become limited as Centerville is built out and the committee will then be dependant on the General Fund. Chairperson Peterson questioned what exactly Parks & Recreation Committee's responsibility is when it comes to Capital Improvement items such as is it the committee's responsibility to go into Tracie McBride and buy all new equipment or is it considered general upkeep/maintenance. Should the committee be allocating funds for this park when the water tower comes down or would this be a line item for the General Funds. Committee Member Seeley questioned whether the vandalism in Royal Meadows had increased or decreased. Chairperson Peterson stated most of the problems disappeared when one of the families suspected of the vandalism moved out of Centerville. Committee Member Seeley suggested an upgrade to this park be looked at as the park was not improved due to the vandalism. The committee will review this when looking at goals and the budget. Committee Vacancy Committee Member Anderson has resigned from the committee due to other commitments. Chairperson Peterson requested a plaque be ordered for Committee Member Anderson and Chairperson Peterson will invite him to the next scheduled Parks & Recreation Meeting to receive the plaque. Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc requested adding a discussion of the number of members on the Parks & Recreation Committee since the committee has one, and possibly two, vacancies, would it be advantageous to change the number of committee members on the Parks & Recreation Committee from 7 members to 5 members. Chairperson Peterson stated he believes it is a bylaw issue governing the number of members on the commission and committees and it would not be possible to reduce the number of members. The majority of the committee liked the idea of7 members. No further discussion on this item. 40f6 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12~ 1-04 Ordinance #8 as it Pertains to Park Dedication Fees and Subdivision of Property Chairperson Peterson requested adding a discussion of Ordinance #8 as it pertains to Park Dedication Fees and subdivision of property as Ordinance #8 has language that indicates any piece of property which is subdivided into less than 5 lots does not have to pay Park Dedication Fees. Chairperson Peterson believes no lot split should be exempt from Park Dedication Fees. There is also conflicting verbiage between Ordinance #8 and the Comprehensive Plan regarding this issue. The committee discussed this item, but felt it needed clarification. Chairperson Peterson will discuss the issue with the Co-Interim Administrators and seek legal advice as some areas of the ordinance are ambiguous. Vll. UPDATES Grants and Trails Information from these subcommittees was discussed earlier in the agenda. Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park Warmin2 House Renovation The warming house has been primed and painted. Committee Member Peil will finish with the detailing. Tracie McBride Memorial Park & Wheels Skate Park The subcommittees have nothing to report at this time. St. Paul Water Utility Property on Centerville Lake The committee discussed the following correspondence from the City Attorney, Mr. Hoeft to Mr. Bill Tschida, St. Paul Water Utility regarding the City Council's response to the proposed purchase of the Centerville Lake Property at 1601 LaMotte Drive. This letter is to confirm our phone conversation of today's date regarding the status of the City's purchase of the above-referenced lot. As indicated, the City Council discussed this matter at its last regularly scheduled Council meeting on October 27, 2004, and determined that it was premature to proceed with further purchase negotiations regarding the same. Since we last met, the Council has become aware of other possible properties that may provide access to the lake and tie in with the proposed trail that would run along the south side of the redeveloped County Highway 14/Main Street. 1 should emphasize that the Council has not closed the door on purchasing the above-referenced lot. However, it does want to explore these other options that have become available. If at a later date the Council determines that the LaMotte Drive property is preferable, I'm sure you will be hearing from us. The Council also understands that the lot may not be available at a later date, and will deal with that situation as it presents itself I do want to thank both you and Mr. Schneider for taking your time to meet with the City Administrator and myself Please let me know if there are any further developments regarding this property that you feel the City should be aware of 50f6 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 Members of the committee felt they were not included in this process and the negotiations for this property should continue. The majority of the committee felt the property is invaluable to the City of Centerville as park property and would like City Council to reconsider the purchase. The committee discussed that the properties on Centerville Lake along CSAH 14 will potentially become available with the reconstruction of CSAH 14 and although there is interest in these properties it was also felt they are too small and without parking to provide an adequate park area on Centerville Lake. It was also felt that if these properties were made available to the City of Centerville by Anoka County the price would be minimal. The committee made the following motion and requested they be added under Appearances to the next City Council Agenda to voice their concerns as a committee regarding this property. Motion was made by Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc, seconded by Committee Member Lindsay to recommend to City Council continuing with negotiations regarding the purchase of the St. Paul Water Utility Property at 1601 LaMotte Drive. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. Adopt a Wood Duck House - Easde Scout Proiect Ms. Stephan reported there have been inquiries at City Hall regarding Adopting a Wood Duck House due to an article printed in the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Ms. Stephan has contacted Mr. Johnson, Eagle Scout, multiple times by email and by phone and he has not returned either. Chairperson Peterson will call Mr. Johnson for an update. Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park - Dry Land Practice (Update) Chairperson Peterson reported the dry land practice at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park is almost completed for the season and went well, except for a few small problems, which have since been resolved. Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park Ice Rink Attendants Chairperson Peterson updated the committee on the status of Ice Rink Attendants. The ads have been placed in the paper, on the web site, cable and the City Sign. Deadline for applications is December 13, 2004 and interviews will be held Saturday, December 18, 2004. There will be five (5) Rink Attendants hired and ready to start by Christmas break. vm. ADJOURNMENT Motion was made by Committee Member Peil, seconded by Committee Member Lindsay to adjourn the December 1, 2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting at 8:12 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Transcribed by Kim Stephan , \, Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, December 1,2004 - 6:30 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Parks and Recreation Committee of the City of Centerville held the regularly scheduled meeting on December 1,2004, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street. Present: Chairperson Tedd Peterson Vice-Chairperson Wayne LeBlanc Committee Member Julie Lindsay Committee Member Suzanne Seeley Committee Member Kathy Peil M[ill@~~[f@W@@] Absent: Committee Member Andre Ziegler Council: Absent StafT: Kim Stephan L CALL TO ORDER 1. RoD Call Chairperson Peterson called the December 1, 2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. n SET AGENDA Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc requested adding a discussion of the number of members on the Parks & Recreation Committee. Chairperson Peterson requested adding a discussion of Ordinance #8 as it pertains to Park Dedication Fees and subdivision of property. Both discussions to be added under Committee Business. Motion was made by Chairperson Peterson, seconded by Committee Member Peil to set the December 1, 2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Agenda with the above additions. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. ID. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES October 6. 2004 Parks and Recreation Committee Meetine Minutes Motion was made by Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc, seconded by Committee Member Peil to approve the October 6, 2004 Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes as is. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. 10f6 ,. Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 .~ November 3.2004 Parks and Recreation Committee Meetin2: Minutes Motion was made by Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc, seconded by Committee Member Peil to approve the November 3, 2004 Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes as is. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. VI. COMMITTEE BUSINESS SRF En2:ineerin2:. Parks & Trail Plannin2: Proposal SRF Engineering submitted a proposal dated October 28,2004 to be discussed at the November 3, 2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting. The committee canceled the regularly scheduled November meeting therefore the item was not discussed until the December 1,2004 Meeting. The Grant & Trail Subcommittees reviewed the proposal prior to the December meeting and requested SRF modify the proposal to concentrate on specific issues. The purpose of the feasibility study as submitted in the proposal is to provide a more detailed assessment of the two trail alignment alternatives that can be used to assist in the preparation of a 2005 Minnesota DNR Trails and Waterways grant application. The proposal was pared down to three (3) main bullet points: 1. Gather Background Information 2. Complete Inventory and Analysis 3. Identify Issues Relating to Agency Coordination and Project Phasing The Parks & Recreation Committee feel this will be an invaluable tool to be used in the grant process. Working with SRF Engineering will also be beneficial as they are already involved in the CSAH 14 Project. Chairperson Peterson questioned the timetable and whether requesting this study be started now would allow adequate time to complete the study before the next grant application is due in February 2005. Committee Member Seeley stated that the majority of the study could be done before the grant application will be submitted, although some of the project will require more time. The feedback from the DNR Grant Committee regarding the last grant application was favorable, but the representative Committee Member Seeley discussed this issue with stated the committee needed to resolve how to cross over 35E. Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc updated the committee regarding information he received from Mr. Rick Arnebeck of the Minnesota Department of Transportation on the status of the DOT 35E Corridor Study. Mr. Arnebeck said it is progressing and he expected the study could be completed in about one year. In regards to a pedestrian overpass for 35E, Mr. Arnebeck said it would most likely be incorporated into the 35E and CSAH 14 interchange reconstruction, but he questioned what side, north or south, the pedestrian overpass would be located on. Vice- Chairperson LeBlanc suggested the south side might be best because that is where the trail currently is planned, but added perhaps the study will conclude something else. The committee opted to recommend to City Council that SRF Engineering proceed with this feasibility study as outlined in the proposal. 20f6 ~. Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 Motion was made by Chairperson Peterson, seconded by Committee Member Seeley to recommend to City Council approving the expenditure not to exceed $800 to move forward with SRF Engineering commencing the Clearwater Creek Trail Feasibility Study as outlined in the proposal submitted. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. Parks & Recreation Committee's Particiuation in Frozen Fete des Lacs 2005 Ms. Stephan informed the committee that the Economic Development Committee would like the Parks & Recreation Committee's participation in Frozen Fete des Lacs once again this year and requested a committee member attend the next scheduled EDC meeting to discuss the event and what activities the Parks & Recreation Committee would be willing to be involved with. During the prior two Frozen Fete des Lacs, the EDC rented a horse drawn hayride to provide rides to citizens during the Friday Night Skate Night at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park at which the Parks & Recreation Committee volunteered their time, as well as supplying hot chocolate, popcorn and a bonfire. Although this was a success, there was not ice available on the rink for skating due to the warm temperatures. Chairperson Peterson, as Public Works Staff, stated there is rarely ice on the rink at that time in February. The EDC had previously discussed moving the Friday night event to the Anoka County Chain of Lakes Regional Park and having the skating on Centerville Lake. The committee discussed whether they would like to move the event to the County park and what that would involve. Vice-Chairperson Smith, EDC had contacted the Anoka County Parks and was told the event could be held at the park. Chairperson Peterson stated plowing a skating rink would be possible since Public Works would be plowing the track for the car races. Lights would need to be rented to light the ice rink. Public Works has a generator that could be used. A satellite would need to be placed at the park as the restroom facilities are not available during the winter months. The committee discussed whether the Centerville Lions would be involved in Frozen Fete des Lacs. Committee Member Peil, as a representative of the Lions stated the Lions are having their Annual Fishing Contest the weekend prior to Frozen Fete des Lacs. EDC was aware ofthis when they set the date of Frozen Fete des Lacs as it had to be decided whether to coincide with the Lion's Fishing Contest or the International Car Races on Ice and neither the Lions nor the Ice Racers could alter the weekend their respective events were scheduled. EDC would like the Lions to have their concession trailer available for Saturday's events, but Ms. Peil said perhaps the Parks & Recreation Committee could use the trailer on Friday night at the Anoka County Park for hot chocolate and popcorn. Committee Member Peil will check on this and report back to the committee. Chairperson Peterson stated he will attend the next scheduled EDC meeting. Sedona Homes - Centerville Townhome Office Park This item was included on the agenda as information only as the Centerville T ownhome Office Park is already under construction. The original Developer's Agreement was signed prior to the City Council adopting Park Dedication Fees for Commercial Development, but the development was put on hold until the current time. The developer, Sedona Homes came to City Council and requested installing a sidewalk in front of the development in lieu of Park Dedication fees at a cost of approximately $6,000. Due to the future widening of County Road 14 and changes which will be made to the intersection of County Road 14 and 20th Avenue, City Council was not interested in a sidewalk along the west side of 20th Avenue at this time. This sidewalk would not fit into the Parks & Recreation Committee's Trail Plan. The developer and City Council compromised on a $6,000 Park Dedication Fee to be paid at the rate of $600 per town home (10 townhomes) at the time the Building Permit is issued. 30f6 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 Ms. Stephan reported Mr. Paul Keleher appeared before City Council at the November 10, 2004 City Council Meeting and asked that the Developer's Agreement be amended to reflect that the Park Dedication Fees being paid on Phase I would cover Phase II as well. After some discussion, this was agreed upon and a motion was made to reflect that the park Dedication Fees would cover both Phase I and phase II. Ms. Stephan's understanding from the meeting was that this meant $600 would be paid for all 18 units and the price would not exceed $600. In viewing the November 10, 2004 Cit Council Meeting Minutes, it is actually unclear. It could also be read to mean that it is $6,000 for all 18 units with the first 10 units having $600 Park Dedication Fee applied to each permit, the last 8 units having no Park Dedication Fee applied. The committee felt like this item should have come back to the Parks & Recreation Committee for review before a final decision was made and this area needs to be clarified. Committee 2005 Achievements (Capra Memo) Chairperson Peterson stated Mayor Elect Capra is looking for goals the committee has over the next few years and would like to plan a meeting in early 2005 with all council, commission and committee members to review these goals. Chairperson Peterson would like the committee members to be prepared to discuss this at the next scheduled Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting. Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc felt these goals are defmed in the Parks & Recreation Budget and would be easily highlighted from the budget. Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc will supply the committee with the updated version of the budget prior to the next meeting General Fund Bud2et (Peterson) Chairperson Peterson stated the committee has not requested any monies from the General Fund for the last few years as they have had adequate Park Dedicate Fees to fund the various projects the committee has been working on, but the committee will need to start requesting funds again as the Park Dedication Fees will become limited as Centerville is built out and the committee will then be dependant on the General Fund. Chairperson Peterson questioned what exactly Parks & Recreation Committee's responsibility is when it comes to Capital Improvement items such as is it the committee's responsibility to go into Tracie McBride and buy all new equipment or is it considered general upkeep/maintenance. Should the committee be allocating funds for this park when the water tower comes down or would this be a line item for the General Funds. Committee Member Seeley questioned whether the vandalism in Royal Meadows had increased or decreased. Chairperson Peterson stated most of the problems disappeared when one of the families suspected of the vandalism moved out of Centerville. Committee Member Seeley suggested an upgrade to this park be looked at as the park was not improved due to the vandalism. The committee will review this when looking at goals and the budget. Committee Vacancv Committee Member Anderson has resigned from the committee due to other commitments. Chairperson Peterson requested a plaque be ordered for Committee Member Anderson and Chairperson Peterson will invite him to the neA't scheduled Parks & Recreation Meeting to receive the plaque. Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc requested adding a discussion of the number of members on the Parks & Recreation Committee since the committee has one, and possibly two, vacancies, would it be advantageous to change the number of committee members on the Parks & Recreation Committee from 7 members to 5 members. Chairperson Peterson stated he believes it is a bylaw issue governing the number of members on the commission and committees and it would not be possible to reduce the number of members. The majority of the committee liked the idea of7 members. No further discussion on this item. 40f6 .. Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 Ordinance #8 as it Pertains to Park Dedication Fees and Subdivision of Prooertv Chairperson Peterson requested adding a discussion of Ordinance #8 as it pertains to Park Dedication Fees and subdivision of property as Ordinance #8 has language that indicates any piece of property which is subdivided into less than 5 lots does not have to pay Park Dedication Fees. Chairperson Peterson believes no lot split should be exempt from Park Dedication Fees. There is also conflicting verbiage between Ordinance #8 and the Comprehensive Plan regarding this issue. The committee discussed this item, but felt it needed clarification. Chairperson Peterson will discuss the issue with the Co-Interim Administrators and seek legal advice as some areas of the ordinance are ambiguous. Vll. UPDATES Grants and Trails Information from these subcommittees was discussed earlier in the agenda. Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park Warmin2 House Renovation The warming house has been primed and painted. Committee Member Peil will finish with the detailing. Tracie McBride Memorial Park & Wheels Skate Park The subcommittees have nothing to report at this time. St. Paul Water Utility Prooerty on Centerville Lake The committee discussed the following correspondence from the City Attorney, Mr. Hoeft to Mr. Bill Tschida, St. Paul Water Utility regarding the City Council's response to the proposed purchase of the Centerville Lake Property at 1601 LaMotte Drive. This letter is to confirm our phone conversation of today 's date regarding the status of the City's purchase of the above-referenced lot. As indicated, the City Council discussed this matter at its last regularly scheduled Council meeting on October 27, 2004, and determined that it was premature to proceed with further purchase negotiations regarding the same. Since we last met, the Council has become aware of other possible properties that may provide access to the lake and tie in with the proposed trail that would run along the south side of the redeveloped County Highway 14/Main Street. I should emphasize that the Council has not closed the door on purchasing the above-referenced lot. However, it does want to explore these other options that have become available. If at a later date the Council determines that the LaMotte Drive property is preferable, I'm sure you will be hearing from us. The Council also understands that the lot may not be available at a later date, and will deal with that situation as it presents itself I do want to thank both you and Mr. Schneider for taking your time to meet with the City Administrator and myself. Please let me know if there are any further developments regarding this property that you feel the City should be aware of 50f6 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 12-01-04 Members of the committee felt they were not included in this process and the negotiations for this property should continue. The majority of the committee felt the property is invaluable to the City of Centerville as park property and would like City Council to reconsider the purchase. The committee discussed that the properties on Centerville Lake along CSAH 14 will potentially become available with the reconstruction of CSAH 14 and although there is interest in these properties it was also felt they are too small and without parking to provide an adequate park area on Centerville Lake. It was also felt that if these properties were made available to the City of Centerville by Anoka County the price would be minimal. The committee made the following motion and requested they be added under Appearances to the next City Council Agenda to voice their concerns as a committee regarding this property. Motion was made by Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc, seconded by Committee Member Lindsay to recommend to City Council continuing with negotiations regarding the purchase of the St. Paul Water Utility Property at 1601 LaMotte Drive. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. Adopt a Wood Duck House - Eagle Scout Proiect Ms. Stephan reported there have been inquiries at City Hall regarding Adopting a Wood Duck House due to an article printed in the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Ms. Stephan has contacted Mr. Johnson, Eagle Scout, multiple times by email and by phone and he has not returned either. Chairperson Peterson will call Mr. Johnson for an update. Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park - Dry Land Practice (Update) Chairperson Peterson reported the dry land practice at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park is almost completed for the season and went well, except for a few small problems, which have since been resolved. Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park Ice Rink Attendants Chairperson Peterson updated the committee on the status of Ice Rink Attendants. The ads have been placed in the paper, on the web site, cable and the City Sign. Deadline for applications is December 13, 2004 and interviews will be held Saturday, December 18, 2004. There will be five (5) Rink Attendants hired and ready to start by Christmas break. VIU. ADJOURNMENT Motion was made by Committee Member Peil, seconded by Committee lVlember Lindsay to adjourn the December 1, 2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting at 8:12 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Transcribed by Kim Stephan 60f6 .. TO: Parks and Recreation Committee Members FROM: Kim Stephan SUBJECT: SRF Engineering, Clearwater Creek Trail Feasibility Study DATE: December 30, 2004 SRF En2ineerin2. Clearwater Creek Trail Feasibility Study At the December 1,2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting the following motion was made: Motion was made by Chairperson Peterson, seconded by Committee Member Seeley to recommend to City Council approving the expenditure not to exceed $800 to move forward with SRF Engineering commencing the Clearwater Creek Trail Feasibility Study as outlined in the proposal submitted. AU in favor. Motion passed unanimously. This expenditure was approved at the December 8, 2004 City Council Meeting. The contract was signed, faxed and sent by mail to SRF Engineering December 13, 2004. The foUowing excerpt is from the December 8, 1004 City Council Meeting Minutes: IV. CONSENT AGENDA 1. City ofCenterville November 24, through December 8,2004 Claims 2. Centennial Fire District - December 3,2004 Claims 3. Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates - 2005 Rate Schedule 4. Proposal from Parson's Technologies - String Cable for High Speed Internet at Public Works Site - Notto Exceed $500.00 5. Parks & Recreation Committee Recommendation to Contract with SRF Engineering for Clearwater Creek Trail Feasibility Study - Not to Exceed $800.00 6. Council Member Elect Michelle Lakso's Participation in the League of Minnesota Cities Newly Elected Officials Conference - $240.00 7. Anoka County Radio Club & Emergency Services, Inc. - Use of Water Tower 8. Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal, Inc. - $2,955.00 9. Scandia Trucking & Excavating - Final Payment (pheasant Marsh, Phase II) Council Member Broussard Vickers requested that Item 5 be removed for discussion. Council Member Leerequested that Item 7 be removed for discussion. Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Paar to approve Consent Agenda Items 1, 2. 3, 4, 6, 8, and 9 as presented. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Council Member Broussard Vickers asked why Park and Recreation wants to use SRF rather than the City's Engineer. Council Member Lee explained that SRF is the County's Engineering firm and is familiar with the project. Motion by Council Member Capra. seconded by Council Member Lee to approve Consent Agenda Item 5 as presented. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. ) ..1 TO: Parks and Recreation Committee Members FROM: Kim Stephan SUBJECT: Frozen Fete des Lacs 2005 DATE: December 30, 2004 Frozen Fete des Lacs 2005 The following memo was sent to City Council from the Economic Development Committee. The committee's recommendations were approved at the December 20, 2004 City Council Meeting. Mr. Paul Palzer and Mr. David Kapaun, representatives of the International Car Races on Ice made an appearance at the December 14, 2004 Economic Development Committee Meeting to discuss the Car Races on Ice and coordinate the event with Frozen Fete des Lacs. Mr. Palzer has contacted the appropriate people at Anoka Count)', the DNR and the Sheriffs Department. The committee discussed where the snowmobile trail comes onto the lake and what will need to be done in the event there is significant snow to ensure the safety of snowmobilers, racers and spectators. For the 2004 Car Races on Ice and Frozen Fete des Lacs the Public Works Staff helped plow the race track on Centerville Lake and made snow piles on the lake for the snow sculpture contest. The EDC and Ice Racing Association would request the same assistance for 2005 with the addition of plowing an ice skating rink on Centerville Lake and the use of the City ofCenterville's generator to light the ice skating rink for the Skate Night being held on Friday, February 18th. Motion was made by Committee Member Rehbine, seconded by Chairperson Burke to request Public Works Staff assist in preparation for Frozen Fete des Lacs/Car Races on Ice, with equipment and staff time. AU in favor. Motion passed unanimously. In 2004 the expenditures for Frozen Fete des Lacs were $2,200. Motion was made by Committee Member Rehbine, seconded by Chairperson Burke to recommend to City Council approving expenditures not to exceed $2,500 from the 2005 EnC Budget for costs associated with Frozen Fete des Lacs. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. FYI on Frozen Fete des Lacs Vice-Chairperson Smith has been in contact with Anoka County in regards to using the Anoka County Chain of Lakes Regional Park and is expecting a letter with approval for the use of the park, a bonfire and the horse drawn hayride. Anoka County will also plow the road, parking lot and trail if notified a few days prior to the event. Vice-Chairperson Smith also contacted Bunker Hills Stable regarding the rental of the horse drawn hayride and was given the same price quote as last year ($550) and tentatively scheduled the event for 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, February 18, 2005. The stable will send a contract which needs to be signed and returned with a $100 deposit, the balance to be paid at the event or shortly thereafter. Mr. Palzer will contact a rental company to price lights for the skating rink and that they will be compatible with the City's generator. Mr. Palzer will attend the January EDC meeting. Mr. Palzer will also contact a representative from the Centerville Lions to request that the Lion's Concession trailer be available during the events on Saturday and Sunday. Ms. Jen Smith, Chain of Lakes YMCA made an appearance to discuss the 1st Annual Frozen 5K Run being held during Frozen Fete des Lacs. There are fliers available with a registration form at City Hall and on the city's web site. Centerville businesses are sponsoring the event by covering the YMCA's costs to run the event. There will be t-shirts and prizes available to all who participate. Pre-registration is preferred, but registration will also be accepted the day of the race. Chairperson Burke hopes to also tie this race into the summer Fete des Lacs. As far as advertising, Chairperson Burke suggested using the same flier and poster as last year since the art work is already done and will just have to be slightly modified with current dates and time. It was suggested the Car Races on Ice be promoted by offering rides to interested persons in the race cars and perhaps having a race car on a trailer parked at Corner Express a week or two prior to the races. Mr. Kapaun will speak with Mr. Todd Steffen, Corner Express regarding reserving the sign during the week prior to the event and the possibility of parking a car in the Corner Express parking lot. Council Member Paar has contacted Mr. Jim Guy regarding promoting the event on Channel 5 News by possibly broadcasting from Centerville Lake. Council Member Paar will follow up with this item. Ms. Stephan will contact North Metro Cable to determine if there is an interest in being present at any of the events. Committee Member Rehbine stated the Quad Area Chamber of Commerce will sponsor Golf on Ice again this year, with an expanded event. The committee discussed the coloring contest Mainstreet Bank has sponsored in the past and decided as this was not well received in the past, Chairperson Burke would ask Mr. Thineson, President of Mainstreet Bank, if the bank employees would be interested in sponsoring the Snow Sculpture Contest. Vice-Chairperson Smith will contact the Lino Lakes Canine Unit regarding having a demonstration on Saturday, February 19 tentatively set for 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The Centerville Business Women have volunteered to run the snowball toss again this year. Chairperson Burke stated the Experimental Aircraft Association plans to participate by offering airplane rides to children again this year. The committee had previously discussed ways of coordinating the schedule for the airplane rides more efficiently by perhaps offering rides from Centerville Lake to Benson Airport. There are questions of liability and not wanting to incur additional cost by renting a transportation vehicle. Chairperson Burke will contact Rehbein Transport for options available and report at the next committee meeting. Ms. Mary Capra, a representative of the St. Genevieve's Activity Committee had previously said their participation will depend on where the events are located on the lake, as in 2004 they sponsored sliding, cookies and hot chocolate at the church rectory. If the events are all held at the Anoka County Park, this may not work as it will be too far away from the other events. The St. Genevieve's Activity Committee is open to suggestions. The Economic Development Committee discussed other options the St. Genevieve's Activity Committee and/or the Boy Scouts could participate in and will offer the following suggestions to Ms. Capra; the snowshoe demonstrations / races were popular in 2004 and could be something the group could volunteer to run. Added to the snowshoes could be cross county skiing, a scavenger hunt on snowshoes, skis or walking, or the ice skating rink could be manned by the group with hot chocolate and cookies on Saturday since it will already be plowed for the Parks & Recreation Committee's Skate Night on Friday evening. Ms. Stephan will forward this information to Ms. Capra and Council Member Paar will discuss this at the next scheduled City Council Meeting. Mr. Tedd Peterson, Chairperson Parks & Recreation Committee was unable to attend the EDC Meeting, but asked Ms. Stephan to pass on his questions and the Parks & Recreation Committee's input regarding Frozen Fete des Lacs. Chairperson Peterson requested that the EDC coordinate the plowing of the Anoka County Chain of Lakes Regional Park with a county representative as there was miscommunication at the last season's event between Anoka County's plows and the City of Centerville's plows. He also asked to make sure the bonfire site was specified by the county. The Parks & Recreation Committee will supply the hot chocolate, popcorn, firewood and secure the burning permit. It was suggested that lights be rented to illuminate the ice rink and perhaps hay bales be used around the rink to sit on or change skates. There was some confusion over the Centerville Lion's participation with their concession trailer. Ms. Stephan emailedMr.Keiselhorst and received the following response: The Lions gave Parks and Rec permission to use our trailer during our business meeting on 12-16, at no cost. We'll get it out there, just let us know where. Sounds like no Lion was able to make the EDC meeting, but we discussed this and yes ifwe can put a crew together we'll be more than happy to do concessions again this year too. We'll pull the trailer off the lake at night if needed etc. ~' \, TO: Parks and Recreation Committee Members FROM: Kim Stephan SUBJECT: St. Paul Water Utilities DATE: October 29, 2004 Following are excerpts from the Unapproved October 27,2004 City Council Meeting Minutes. St. Paul Water Utilities City Attorney Hoeft provided Council with an update on the issues surrounding the potential purchase of property from the S1. Paul Water Utility. He then noted that he was able to negotiate away the deed restrictions, the request. to annex the property, and reduce the setback from the lake but the price does not seem to be negotiable. Council discussed the matter and noted that it may be possible to purchase property along the lake from the County as part of the CSAH 14 road construction. Council asked Staff to inform S1. Paul Water Utility that it is exploring all of its options and note that the price is not agreeable to the City. l-r' rJ1 I. I" L" I .. UCl-l~-~~4 Ib:~~ oRINI ~RUL WRlc~ UIILIIY 651 292 7811 P.01/02 Engineering DIvisiC?!1 1900 Rice St. Saint Paul, MN 55113 Voice: 651-266-5270 Fax= 651-26S~ 1658 Fax Cover Sheet Date: October 18, 2004 ,Total Number of Pages: 2 Please Deliver To: Kim Moore-Sykesi City Administrator City of Cente,rville Phone: 651-324-2~82 Fax: 651-429-8629' . From:' 8iIJ Tschida , Phone: ~51-266-6265 Remarks: : Re: Revised size of shoreline easement 113.01 "LaMotte Dr. \'.'; i. . : . ..,.' .1 ." '. ".:' ._.::' As agr'ee9 at the. meeting of. October 14., 2004; we have obtaIned elevations near the"'$hbreline of Cente~jIIe, Lake and with those have been' able to 'more accurately determine tbe ,rElquired size of the proposed flowage and drainage easement: Subs'eque~t/y, we find'thafei'sh6ieline easement of approxim:ately 20-f~ofin width. hot tfJ~: initially proppsed 50-foOt width'; ;\Nould 'be adequate for the" Board's-purpgses,as shown on the att?qhed depiction. '- .. .. . ..... . ':.." If you yonsider this reyisiorl-worthY' of consideration by the City, our surveyor' could senq you ;, ' revised slirvey copies by the end of the weeJ<,' or possibly earlier" for use in council presentatiol1. ' , - , " , Please let me know what you would like me to do next. Yours truly, V:\ Engineering \ BTSCHIDA \FAX\ CenteNi/le_MoOle-Sykes_shorel1ne eosemenc I 0-18-04.doc ~; Hard copy will follow via U.S. Mail -.L; Hard copy will notfolloWvia U.S. Mail OCT-1B-2004 16:04 SAINT PAUL WATER UTILITY I. J r. SURVE7Y ilF'OR: . I St. Pail]:; Regional Water StJ;rvices i 651 2'32 7811 P.02/02 ronlte . MO\1l.1n1ErI1t Northerly COr71e<' t 1. BroeR f." m;s zi-io !>DOmON Q Denotes Iron Mooumeht r( o Denot$$ lrun Monument. S -~~ /" ./ ,\<0 '/" ~.. / "t' v' ; <... r. "V.;, <. 0,;.. O}.."J , J X '9- J <-'S ~~- - &; '{S~:'O"'j J ~.x-. .. . . '70~ ;7, , Cost Iron , !JOnument No Search- The lccctioF. cOt'l!pcnTes ' erect lo",Q~, I h.e.reoy certify that my": direct, ~uperyisfo. too' ro\'o'~ of '~he ~ta ;dt~ '~Wo.od,roV;i".A. Brow\],. iU Dated: 'March 19, 20( \ I i. TOTRL P.02 . TO: Parks and Recreation Committee Members FROM: Kim Stephan SUBJECT: St. Paul Water Utilitv Property on Centerville Lake City of Centerville Code of Ethics DATE: December 30,2004 St. Paul Water Utility Property on Centerville Lake At the December 1, 2004 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting the following motion was made: Motion was made by Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc, seconded by Committee Member Lindsay to recommend to City Council continuing with negotiations regarding the purchase of the St. Paul Water Utility Property at 1601 LaMotte Drive. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. The foUowing excerpt is from the December 8, 2004 City Council Meeting Minutes: Park & Recreation Committee - St. Paul Water Utility Propertv Mr. Wayne LeBlanc appeared before Council on behalf of the Park & Recreation Committee and told Council that the Committee would like the City to purchase the property and the Park fund has the money to do so. Council discussed with Mr. LeBlanc and City Attorney Hoeft the potential purchase of the property and directed the City Attorney to move forward with negotiations to purchase the property. Council asked whether a fishing pier would be allowed and City Attorney Hoeft indicated that S1. Paul Water Utility would have complete authority over whether or not to grant permission for the dock. Council Members agreed there is interest in purchasing the property but would like to be sure that the property can be used for a public park. City of Centerville Code of Ethics The City of Centerville Code of Ethics was included in your packet as this document needs to be signed yearly by each committee member. Please sign your copy and return to myself or to City Hall. p- I t8J .,J[ City of Centerville November 10, 2004 Council Meeting Minutes Council Member Capra requested that it be clarified in the Sedona Homes motion that it was Phase I approval. Motion by Council Member Paar. seconded by Council Member Broussard Vickers to approve the October 27. 2004 Council Meetinl! Minutes as amended. Ail in favor. Motion carried unanimously. 2. November 3,3004 Canvassing Board Meeting Minutes Motion by Council Member Broussard Vickers. seconded by Council Member Capra to approve the November 3. 2004 Canvassinl! Board Meetinl! Minutes as presented. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. IV. CONSENT AGENDA 1. City of Centerville October 27, through November 10, 2004 Claims 2. Centennial Fire District Claims through October 29,2004 3. KLM Engineering - 500,000 Gallon Water Tower - $2,025.00 4. Dresel Contracting - Pay Estimate #6 (2004 Street Project) - $89,029.17 5. Approval of the Planning & Zoning Commissioner Recommendation for Appointment of Mr. Robert Wright 6. Approval of the Planning & Zoning Commissioner Recommendation for Appointment of Mr. Tom Wood 7. Pay Request #4 - Water Tower - $104,083.96 8. Resolution #04-053 - Signature Authority 9. Centennial Lakes Police Department Claims November 1 -10,2004 Motion by Council Member Capra. seconded by Council Member Lee to approve the Consent Al!enda as presented. Ail in favor. Motion carried unanimously. V. AWARDSIPRESENTATIONS/APPEARANCES *1 Mr. Paul Keleher, Jackson Commercial. Requesting that Language be Contained in the Developer's Agreement to Include the Same Park Dedication Fees as Phase I for Phase II. Mr. Keleher appeared before Council and asked that the Developer's Agreement be amended to reflect that the park dedication fees he is paying on Phase I covers both Phase I and Phase II. Council Member Capra indicated that the City could require a trail and park dedication fees for this project. City Attorney Hoeft indicated that the park dedication fees may be higher when Phase II is built out but, the amount he is paying during the construction of Phase I, covers the park dedication fee for the entire buildable parcel. He then noted that the City would lose Page 2 of! 0 City of Centerville November 10, 2004 Council Meeting Minutes any possible leverage when discussing potential trails with Phase II. He also noted that Mr. Keleher had come to the City with this proposal prior to the approval of commercial park dedication fees and what is being requested seems to be an appropriate request. Council discussed the matter and agreed to the amendment. Motion bv Council Member Broussard Vickers, seconded bv Council Member Lee, to direct Staff to amend the Developer's Aereement to note that the park dedication fees cover Phases I and II. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Council Member Capra indicated that the berms at the back of the property were removed and that is causing an issue for residents. Mr. Keleher explained that the previous property owner had piles of black dirt on the property that needed to be removed as part of the approved grading plan. He then explained that one of the neighboring property OVvllers is encroaching onto his property and they will be having it surveyed and asking that the fence be moved back. He further commented that once things are resolved with the property line issues the area would be landscaped and that should appease the resident concerns. 2. Mr. Rick Fox. Rehbein Properties and Mr. Dennis Shudv. Centerville Redi-Mix Mr. Rick Fox from Rehbein Properties addressed Council and asked for authorization to make a payment of $4,879.64 to payoff the assessments for the 1.3 acre parcel purchased by Mr. Shudy. City Attorney Hoeft indicated that the City would consider it a partial payment of an assessment and it requires no Council action. Mr. Shudy indicated that he and Rehbein would add wording to the purchase documents that the remaining assessment amount would be attached to the larger remaining parcel and that no further assessments are pending on the 1.3 acres he is purchasing. Council told Mr. Fox and Mr. Shudy that they should contact Staff should they need any further documentation in order to record documents with the County. VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Request for Lot Split - Mr. John Dahl. 7334 Brian Drive Mayor Sweeney opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. Mr. Dahl appeared before Council and provided an overview of his request for a lot split. Council Member Broussard Vickers indicated that the Planning Commission reviewed the memo from Mr. Palzer concerning the water and sewer stubs and also took testimony Page 3 of! 0 !::t!Y Centerville! Here Comes Cougar Cash! So what is Couaar Cash? .:. Cougar Cash are certificates are actual checks that are good at all Centerville area Businesses. .:. Cougar Cash certificates are from a City of Centerville/EDC account at Mainstreet Bank. .:. Cougar Cash certificates are individually numbered and have routing and account numbers on them.. .:. Cougar Cash certifications are printed on "Safety" paper with standard security measures. .:. Cougar Cash comes in $5, $10, & $20 denominations. .:. Cougar Cash are available today, for purchase at Centerville City Hall. .:. Cougar Cash is a great way to keep money in Centerville supporting Centerville Businesses. How does Couaar Cash Work? .:. Anyone can purchase them at Centerville City Hall during normal business hours using cash or checks (there are no additional service charges). .:. Anyone can give Cougar Cash as gifts to friends, employees, family, teachers, ... .:. Cougar Cash can be used for goods and services at all Centerville area businesses. .:. Businesses will deposit Cougar Cash just like any other check that they receive. What do businesses do with Couaar Cash? .:. As stated earlier, Cougar Cash certificates are actual checks from an account at Mainstreet Bank. .:. Businesses deposit them just as they would any other check - there is no special handling required. .:. Inform all their employees that Cougar Cash is coming! What if I have Questions? .:. Contact Centerville City Hall: o (651) 429.2332 - Kim Stephan and Teresa Bender will be happy to answer any questions. .:. Contact Mainstreet Bank: o (651) 762.9440 - Mike Thinesen .:. Contact anyone on the Centerville Economic Development Committee (EDC): o Paul Burke, Eileen Smith, Tim Rehbine, Scott Ebel, John Fischbach, or Dale Raasch