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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC_Minutes_2008_1117City of ~,,s ~~ Minnesota, USA Regular City Council Meeting Minutes City Hall Council Chambers, 2660 Civic Center Drive Monday, November 17, 2008 1. Call Roll Mayor Klausing called to order the regular meeting of the Roseville City Council at ap- proximately 6:00 p.m. and welcomed everyone. Voting and Seating Order: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. City Attorney Jay Squires was also present. 2. Approve Agenda By consensus, the agenda was approved as presented. 3. Public Comment Mayor Klausing called for public comment by members of the audience on any non- agenda items. No one appeared to speak. 4. Council Communications, Reports, Announcements & Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Report 5. Recognitions, Donations, Communications a. Minnesotans for Safe Driving Honors Two Roseville Police Officers Police Chief Carol Sletner introduced Ms. Sharon Gerhman-Driscoll, Director and Victim Advocate representing Minnesotans for Safe Driving, who briefly ex- plained the purpose of the program and their recognition of police officers across the state who kept citizens and visitors safe, and this method of bringing attention to this crime and impacts to victims and their families. Ms. Gerhman-Driscoll applauded law enforcement personnel, thanked the City of Roseville, Chief Slet- ner and Roseville Police Officers for their part in making roadways safer. Ms. Gerhman-Driscoll formally recognized and expressed pride and appreciation in Roseville Police Officers Aaron Craven (2006 recipient) and Brooke Jennings (2007 recipient) for their DWI enforcement activities, by presenting both officers with a plaque before the Roseville City Council. Chief Sletner noted that Officer Schneider was accepting recognition on behalf of Officer Craven.. Lt. Rosand was also present. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 2 Minnesotans for Safe Driving Founder, Jon Cummings, was present, and ex- pressed his personal appreciation to police officers for taking drunk drivers off the road and protecting other families from his experience in losing a son killed by a drunk driver. Mayor Klausing, on behalf of the City Council and citizens, thanked Officers Craven and Jennings. 6. Approve Minutes a. Approve Minutes of November 10, 2008 Regular Meeting Pust moved, Willmus seconded, approval of the minutes of the November 10, 2008 Regular Meeting of the City Council as presented. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. 7. Approve Consent Agenda There were no additional changes to the Consent Agenda than those previously noted. At the request of Mayor Klausing, City Manager Bill Malinen briefly reviewed those items being considered under the Consent Agenda. a. Approve Check Register Pust moved, Roe seconded, • approval of the following claims and payments as presented. ACH Pa ents $50,267.08 53252 - 53337 220,000.72 Total $270,267.80 Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. b. Approve Business Licenses City Manager Malinen advised that, at the applicant's request, Rum River Tree Farm was being removed from tonight's business license applications. Pust moved, Roe seconded, approval of business license applications for the pe- riod of one year, for the following applicants: A licantlLocation T e of License Ace Solid Waste, Inc. 6601 McKinle Street NW, Ramse , MN Solid Waste Hauler Rec clin Hauler Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 3 Allied Waste Services of the Twin Cities 4325E 66'h Street, Inver Grove Hei hts, MN Solid Waste Hauler Rec clin Hauler Eureka Recycling 2828 Kenned Street NE, Minnea olis, MN Recycling Hauler Nicole Decherrie @ Mind, Body 8~ Soul 1740 Lexin ton Avenue, Roseville, MN Massage Therapist Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. c. Set Public Hearing for Chianti Grill Liquor Licenses Pust moved, Roe seconded, establishing a public hearing on Monday, December 1, 2008 for the issuance of On-Sale & Sunday Intoxicating Liquor Licenses for Chianti Grill at Har Mar Mall Outlot 82. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. 8. Consider Items Removed from Consent After further consideration and discussion, the following items were removed from the Consent Agenda. a. Authorize Negotiation of 3-Year Audit Contract (former Consent Item 7.d) Councilmember Ihlan questioned if this contract was based on the same profes- sional services policy as the City Attorney and Prosecuting Attorney contracts. City Manager Malinen affirmed that it was. Councilmember Ihlan opined that, while the current CPA firm has been the com- petitive low bidder in past contracts, it would be appropriate to seek bids to make a determination if they continued to be competitive. Finance Director Chris Miller advised that staff was recommending that staff ne- gotiate acontract extension with the City's current auditors, expressing confi- dence that they would remain low bidder. Mr. Miller noted that the City was in the midst of a number of different financial reporting and disclosure procedures, with additional procedures planned for 2009, and staff's rationale had been that this would• not be a good time to transition to a new auditor. Mr. Miller advised Councilmembers that staff could proceed with a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) process; however, noted that the down side would be if bids were to come in higher than direct negotiations. Mr. Miller expressed his confidence that the Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 4 current firm would remain competitive price-wise or better than their peers, and noted the City's satisfaction with the firm to date. Councilmember Ihlan opined that her general concern was that the City should seek proposals; and noted that, as per staff's report (page 2, line 42) if staff was unable to negotiate within their proposed range, an RFP be issued. Mayor Klausing noted that, when authorizing negotiations within a public range, negotiations usually ended up at the upper end of that published range. Mayor Klausing expressed confidence in staff's negotiation with the firm in the best in- terests of the City, or that they would return to the City Council for direction to seek RFP's. Councilmember Pust opined that the City should never pre judge what a competi- tive bid would be. Councilmember Roe noted that, if negotiations were satisfactory, staff would re- turn to the City Council for contract extension approval. Mayor Klausing concurred and noted that the requested action was authorizing staff to negotiate a contract, not to enter into it without further City Council con- sent. Klausing moved, Ihlan seconded, authorizing staff to negotiate athree-year con- tract for audit services with Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, and Radosevich. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. b. Adopt Resolution Reauthorizing Safe Routes to Schools Grant Application for a Sidewalk along County Road B-2 from Lexington Avenue to Rice Street (former Consent Item 7.e) City Manager briefly reviewed the request. Councilmember Willmus clarified, and staff confirmed, that this was the same section of sidewalk that was before the City Council several years ago, and that had received substantive neighborhood opposition. Public Works Director Duane Schwartz advised that it was the same section; however, noted that this was a different grant program, and that it anticipated a sidewalk versus afederally-funded and standard constructed trail, which would have different impacts on the neighborhood. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 5 Councilmember Willmus noted that the previous proposal would have required standard trail widths that would have not allowed people to utilize their drive- ways. Councilmember Willmus requested clarification from staff on where the City's share of the cost, estimated at over $300,000, would come from. Mr. Schwartz advised that the revenue source would need to be identified in the City's next budget process (2010) with the City Council then deciding whether or not to fund it. Klausing moved, Pust seconded, adoption of Resolution No. 10665 entitled, "Resolution Supporting Application for Safe Routes to Schools Grant fora Side- walk Along County Road B-2 from Lexington Avenue to Rice Street." Mayor Klausing noted that the previous proposal for federally-funded pathways had brought public comment from both opponents and proponents. Mayor Klaus- ing further noted that, with the School District facing budget crunches and trans- portation cost increases, that they remained very supportive of a sidewalk in this area since it served a number of schools in that area. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: Willmus. Motion carried. 9. General Ordinances for Adoption a. Consider Enacting an Ordinance for the 2009 Fee Schedule Finance Director Chris Miller reviewed details of the staff report, highlighting fee adjustments and/or new fees to recoup the cost of services. Mr. Miller advised that a majority of the fees were nominal and representing inflationary increases; however noted several specific areas where staff was advocating new fees to de- fray upfront costs (i.e., subdivisions and planned unit development). Mr. Miller further noted that, at the recommendation of the City Attorney, the fee schedule was in ordinance rather than resolution format. Discussion included areas of current code still reflecting dollar amounts and on- going efforts of staff and the City Attorney to extract those fees and reference this document; cost recovery versus deterrent intents in the proposed fees; street patching fee for residential streets included in this fee schedule; and identification and ramifications of the proposed escrow amounts for subdivisions and planned unit developments. Community Development Director Patrick Trudgeon reviewed staffls rationale for the proposed escrow accounts and how they would be used for fixed costs Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 6 (i.e., public notices and publications) and billable hours quantified for each appli- cation throughout the process that would be deducted from the escrow. City Attorney Squires noted the billable hours for staff identified in the fee sched- ule (zoning compliance letter section); and suggested that language be included in the ordinance and attached fee schedule granting staff authority to charge back staff time. Further discussion included new construction on existing streets versus repairs (Page 2, line 63) and staff s rationale for only billing repairs, since new develop- ments or new construction would typically have a contractor available to com- plete the work. Mr. Schwartz noted that it was staff's intent only to control the quality of street patches and to offset costs or to provide them at cost to home- owners experiencing unexpected street repairs. Additional discussion included off-sale liquor license fees and their increase from $200 to $300, more accurately reflecting staff's actual time for review of applica- tion materials and performing criminal background checks and bringing them forward for City Council action; and the maximum amount allowed by state law being $300.00, while actual City costs exceed that amount slightly. Councilmember Pust suggested staff review the City's current election filing fee of $5.00, for future recommendation, and whether that would fall under a regula- tory type fee. Councilmember Pust further noted that the City's Leaf Pick Up Fee had not changed, and that at $25 per participant, the City was still subsidizing the program and questioned why this fee was not recommended for increase. Mr. Miller advised that the fees had increased several times in the past, and at each increase the level of participation had dropped; and noted past City Council discussions and costs incurred for sweeping streets, while continuing to subsidize the leaf pick up program. Mr. Schwartz advised that it was staff's intent to do further evaluation of the pro- gram this year, and noted that a significant difference in staff time for cleaning gutters versus registered leaf pile pick-up had been noted this year; and advised that he anticipated additional data for which to substantiate a potential proposed increase in the leaf pick up program for 2010 following that evaluation. Klausing moved, Roe seconded, enactment of Ordinance No. 1379 entitled, "An Ordinance Adopting the 2009 Fee Schedule," as detailed in Ordinance Attach- ment Aentitled, "2009 Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2009;" amended to up- date the escrow language as per discussion and at the direction of the City Attor- ney (page 13, Community Development Department and their authority to charge back staff time to applicants for Planned Unit Developments and Subdivisions). Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 7 Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Wilhnus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. 10. Presentations 11. Public Hearings 12. Business Items (Action Items) a. Consider Adopting a Resolution for the 2009 Utility Rate Adjustments Finance Director Miller reviewed staff's annual review of the City's utility opera- tions (i.e., water, sanitary sewer, storm water drainage, and solid waste recycling operations) to determine whether rate adjustments were necessary to accommo- date fixed costs (i.e., personnel, supplies, maintenance and depreciation); variable costs including purchase of water from the City of St. Paul and water treatment costs paid to the Metropolitan Council and recycling contractor costs; capital re- placement costs; and the City's current customer base, rates and rate structure. Mr. Miller advised that the proposed utility rate adjustments for 2009 represented rates necessary to accommodate the 2009 budget, and scheduled capital replace- ments over the next 10 years. Mr. Miller advised that staff had also instituted a proposed conservation rate for implementation in 2009, that was mandatory under state statute by 2010, and encourage homeowners to enact conservation efforts through implementation of a tiered usage rate structure for residential users, with higher rates proposed for 2009 for users in excess of 30,000 gallons per quarter, impacting approximately 10-15% of Roseville residential households. Staff's re- port included an analysis of current and projected usage and rate impacts (page 3) based on typical household use. Discussion included state mandates and their lack of guidance to municipalities in how to structure rates; review of municipal rates by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Metropolitan Council; current consumption behavior for single-family households in the community and a history of that usage; weather-related impacts and other criteria on which to base assumptions; fees paid by all Roseville households whether on City or County streets having storm sewer based on the recognition that there is still run off and drainage from all properties that requires treatment by a pond system once it reaches that destination; and whether additional incentives for lowering consumption would be prudent. Additional discussion included the need to implement conservation measures for commercial properties and users; different rate structures indicated in the staff re- port; and difficulties in enacting a tiered rate for commercial users given the vari- ety of uses and business practices and needs; and current high rates for commer- cial users as indicated in Schedule A for quarterly consumption. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 8 Mayor Klausing suggested that future City Council discussions could focus on whether the proposed rate structure was encouraging conservation by commercial users. Roe moved, Klausing seconded, adoption of Resolution No.10666 entitled, "Resolution Establishing the 2009 Utility Rates," as detailed in "Schedule A." Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. Mayor Klausing thanked staff for taking the initiative to encourage water conser- vation in the community. b. Consider Adopting a Resolution regarding Fire Relief Association 5-Year Vesting By-Law Amendment City Manager Malinen highlighted the staff report, and previous vote at the Rose- ville Fire Relief Association meeting held on January 28, 2007, where the mem- bership voted and approved a bylaw change reducing the minimum vesting period from 10 years to five years; and recent completion of an actuarial study of the fi- nancial impact of this proposed change by the Association. Mr. Malinen noted that Fire Chief Rich Gasaway and Fire Administration representative Jim Tschida were present if the City Council had any questions. City Manager Malinen noted that it was the recommendation of the Fire Admini- stration and staff that the City Council DENY this by law change and retain the vesting period at 10 years. Klausing moved, Willmus seconded, DENIAL of a resolution adopting proposed changes to the Roseville Fire Department Relief Association Bylaws to allow five-year vesting. Mayor Klausing noted that the issue of retaining firefighters was an ongoing con- cern; however, opined that there was also a tremendous investment in training; and supported denial as a prudent measure by the City. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. c. Consider Authorizing Staff to Issue a Request for Proposal for Update of Parks and Recreation System Master Plan Parks and Recreation Director Lonnie Brokke provided a presentation, reviewing the background of the Parks and Recreation program and facilities developed dur- Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 9 ing the 1960's - 1980's; the substantial investment and need for reinvestment in the program and facilities; extensive use, high expectations and demands on the system; and requested authorization to proceed with Request for Proposals (RFP's) for planning services. Mr. Brokke noted that a draft RFP was included in the staff report; and reviewed the general scope of the RFP, including input from a local team and establishing extensive community involvement in the process to identify system needs, inter- ests and future use based on demographics, economics and sociological changes. Discussion included the aggressiveness of the proposed timeframe and whether such a timeframe was realistic, while recognizing the need to proceed in conjunc- tion with the City's 2009 budget process; potential phasing of the RFP and Master Plan process; potential funding sources over that three year period; Councilmember Roe spoke in support of proceeding with the RFP process to al- low for more informed budget decisions based on the actual needs, noting that so- liciting bids did not commit the City to proceeding further, but served to provide additional information. Councilmember Roe opined that staff had been respon- sive to Council directive and had incorporated a provision for possibly phasing the work over several years, which would prove helpful in the decision-making process. Councilmember Pust opined that it was imperative that staff accelerate the time- frame to allow the City Council to have answers in the context of this year's budget decisions. Mr. Brokke noted that the general estimate from information-gathering with ap- proximately six firms in developing the RFP was $150,000; however, he noted that this did not deduct work identified by staff for in-house completion rather than for outside consultation. Mr. Brokke opined that, since many firms are cur- rently soliciting work due to the current economic situation, the timing may work to the City's advantage in reduced costs; and advised that applicable firms are willing to work over athree-year pricing period structure and accept partial pay- ments. Councilmembers again encouraged staff to accelerate the RFP timeframe to pro- vide sufficient information for 2009 budget discussions. Roe moved, Willmus seconded, directing staff issuance of a Request for Propos- als (RFP) for planning services to guide and implement a Parks and Recreation System plan update;" with the RFP's to preferably be available for City Council consideration at their December 15, 2008 meeting and as part of 2009 Budget considerations. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 10 Councilmember Ihlan spoke in opposition to the motion; opining that she could not support increasing taxes for consulting fees that did not directly benefit tax- payers. Mayor Klausing spoke in support of the motion; questioning Councilmember Ih- lan's rationale that the park and recreation system was not an integral part of the City's infrastructure system; and opining that it was the City Council's responsi- bility to perform planning through the use of staff and outside experts in how to most-effectively use taxpayer funds on a priority basis. Mayor Klausing opined that, with the City's operations and staffing kept as lean as possible, often it was not possible to perform such analyses in-house without outside expertise. Councilmember Willmus spoke in support of the motion; opining that if it was the intent to fix what was broken, it was necessary to know which things were bro- ken, and how best to prioritize, plan and proceed. Councilmember Willmus ac- knowledged that additional discussion would be necessary to determine payment options and revenue sources over the next few years. Councilmember Roe concurred with those comments of Mayor Klausing and Councilmember Willmus; opining that planning was critical in times when tight budgets were required and in spending money on long-term strategic issues. Councilmember Roe spoke in support of being faithful to citizens in keeping in- frastructure in place and maintained. Councilmember Roe acknowledged that, if the cost came in too high, proceeding with the RFP process itself did not mean that additional expenditures would be approved; and opined that it would be a tough decision in the future if that were to prove to be the case. Councilmember Roe opined that the first step was to determine the actual cost and allocation over the next three years; then to make a decision on how to pay for it. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; and Klausing. Nays: Ihlan. Motion carried 13. Business Items -Presentations, Discussions a. Code Enforcement Update Community Development Director Patrick Trudgeon provided preliminary comments related to the City's Code Enforcement activities in 2008 and recommendations for 2009. Mr. Trudgeon noted that the efforts had truly been a team effort between the City Council, Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA), staff and citizens. Permit Coordinator Don Munson, along with Building Inspector Rick Talbot, were also present. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 11 Mr. Talbot provided several bench handouts:. an educational brochure out- lining Code Regulations and guide to avoid common code violations for residential properties in Roseville, and a copy of the visual presentation and code enforcement update. Mr. Munson reviewed 2008 Council directives, accomplishments, out- reach and educational efforts, actions implemented and recommendations for 2009. Discussion included most common violations; impact of foreclosures cur- rently limited in Roseville; additional time of staff within the community providing outreach and education; variety and mostly minor nature of many violations; favorable percentage of violations found in the four areas in the Neighborhood Enhancement Program represented at eight percent (8%) while other metropolitan communities were at ten to 12 percent (10- 12%); 87% citizen response after first notice, with no administrative tick- ets issued or abatements pursued in those four areas; and the favorable comments and positive reception apparent with the program. Further discussion included gross and net costs for implementing the Neighborhood Enhancement Program; the marked increase and speed of resolution in cases; and the 2009 proposed budget including hiring a sea- sonal intern in 2009 to assist with code enforcement activities and the Neighborhood Enhancement Program. Mayor Klausing, related to the education comment, advised that he had received more negative than positive comments; however opined that they may not be representative feedback, but had raised his concerns that addi- tional educational aspects needed to be emphasized to allow the commu- nity to take ownership in compliance through peer pressure, rather than enforcement efforts. Mayor Klausing further opined that additional educa- tion on the rationale for code enforcement, stressing the City's expecta- tions rather than interest in punitive compliance, would serve to better re- flect the community's values. Councilmember Pust noted that, in her conversations with various citizens while campaigning, she repeatedly heard confusion on their part as to where the City wanted them to park their large vehicles (i.e., recreational vehicles); and the need for the City to have a conversation about that issue in the very near future (i.e., backyard, on a flat surface, paving over their backyard). Councilmember Pust opined that there would be more prob- lems developing with parking on-site with the current economic situation and costs for off-site storage. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 12 Mayor Klausing concurred, noting the conversation needed to consider parking versus storage. Mr. Trudgeon noted that the City had several challenges that needed to be addressed. Councilmember Roe suggested that staff research information from peer communities (i.e., Mounds View and Shoreview). Councilmember Roe, citing the Lovell case, opined that the City needed to have additional enforcement tools or processes available to provide more authority to address businesses operating from residences; and to avoid re- peat offenses. . Pust moved, Roe seconded, continuation of the Neighborhood Enhance- ment Program in 2009; and authorizing staff to hire a seasonal intern to assist with code enforcement activities and the Neighborhood Enhance- ment Program in 2009. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. Councilmember Pust advised that she would convey the City Council's support to the HRA Board at their upcoming meeting. b. Twin Lakes Infrastructure Report Community Development Director Patrick Trudgeon highlighted the staff report related to Twin Lakes infrastructure design; receipt of the State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) grant fund to assist in construction of a portion of the Twin Lakes AUAR Subarea I infrastructure; timing for the proposed Phase I construc- tion; and potential funding sources. Mr. Trudgeon noted that City Engineer Debra Bloom and Public Works Director Duane Schwartz were present to address any design questions from the City Council. Discussion included use of Centre Point Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District #1 funds in the interim until developer contributions were re- ceived; acquisition of necessary rights-of--way for infrastructure; ongoing cooperation with property owners for preliminary design work; the City`s need to serve as the Master Developer and facilitate infrastructure im- provements; favorable bidding atmosphere since construction firms were looking for work; and advantages for future developer interest with a por- tion of the infrastructure in place. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 13 Further discussion included timing of the DEED grant and potential avail- ability of an extension; potential funding from TIF District #11; recouping costs based on infrastructure allocation formulae; and confirmation that the proposed Phase I was for development of plans and specifications spe- cific to infrastructure improvements for Mount Ridge Road from County Road C-2 to Twin Lakes Parkway and west toward Cleveland Avenue. Klausing moved, Willmus seconded, authorizing staff to develop final plans and specifications and advertise for bids for the Twin Lakes Infra- structure Improvements -Phase I; initiate negotiations with property own- ers for temporary and permanent easements; and authorize the Centre Point Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District to pay for the construction of the Twin Lakes Infrastructure. Improvements -Phase I, in conjunction with state grant money and developer's contributions. Councilmember Ihlan spoke in support of the motion, for this specific area as outlined by staff, and noting the DEED grant supporting partial funding and developments to be served. However, Councilmember Ihlan opined that the City needed to await further development before undertaking addi- tional infrastructure improvements. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Roe; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. c. Discuss Council Submissions Regarding the 2009 Tax Levy & Budget City Manager Malinen reviewed the 2009 budget process to-date; and noted individual City Councilmember submissions for suggested amend- ment to the City Manager-recommended budget, along with staff re- sponses to those proposed amendments. Mr. Malinen asked that Council- members review those proposed amendments, and limit their actions as a body to those proposals already submitted to facilitate remaining time be- fore final budget adoption on December 15, 2008. Mayor Klausing suggested that Councilmembers work their way through each proposal for discussion and ultimate voting up or down, unless addi- tional information was required before proceeding. Councilmembers con- curred and proceeding to consider proposals from each individual Coun- cilmember in order as detailed in the staff report dated November 17, 2008. Ihlan Comment #1 (page 1, line) Councilmember Ihlan proposed removing allocation of the $100,000 for Park System Master Planning; opining that she had focused on items iden- Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 14 tified as budget impacts creating a property tax increase; and further opin- ing that she didn't believe the City Council should increase taxes to pay for outside consultants, and that she would consider some other way to work funds into the budget. Mayor Klausing, before proceeding with Council discussion, opened the meeting for public comment. Public Comment John Kysylyczyn, 3083 N Victoria Street Mr. Kysylyczyn commented on his personal tax notice received in the mail; asked why he was unable to access the 2009 proposed budget on line; and, provided comment on individual Councilmember suggestions. Ihlan moved, Roe seconded, removal of the $100,000 allocation for Park System Master Planning; specifically to remove this item from any prop- erty tax levy increase. Councilmember Roe spoke in support of the motion, while recognizing the need for master planning; opining that it should be considered as a one- time cost with reserves used for funding. Councilmember Roe advised that, after reviewing the City's portion of the recently-mailed tax statements and it being the highest, he had changed his perspective considerably. Councilmember Roe noted that the City's tax base growth had not grown to the level previously anticipated. Councilmember Willmus echoed Councilmember Roe's comments; opin- ing that reserves could be utilized in this instance, and that he would sup- port doing so in this case. Councilmember Ihlan clarified that the specific motion was to remove the allocation from the tax levy, not to authorize use of reserves, which she advised that she would not support. Mayor Klausing spoke in opposition to the motion, opining that this repre- sented acommon trap that Council fell into, and the need to make hard choices for funding proposals, and further diminishing reserves or defer- ring expenditures, only creating additional problems for future Councils to grapple with. Mayor Klausing noted that staff had provided several good recommendations and options for paying actual costs of the RFP for park planning. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 15 Mayor Klausing opined that the levy increase was not representative of the actual dollar impacts to taxpayers, based on decreasing property values, and other taxing entities. Discussion ensued regarding market values and impacts to taxpayers; na- tional economic conditions versus or related to local conditions; need to invest in the community's infrastructure as they become more dependent on that infrastructure for their quality of life; levy distribution related to property values; 2009 tax base; and whether recent extension of TIF Dis- tricts had proven beneficial to the City. City Manager Malinen asked that Mr. Miller provided up-to-date aggre- gate tax information to the Council received just recently from Ramsey County; and upon which staff based their budget assumptions and recom- mendations to the City Council. Mr. Miller advised that, upon receipt of more finalized certified valuations and aggregate data from Ramsey County last week, the City's tax base didn't' grow as anticipated; with anticipated aggregate declines in residen- tial property values in 2009. Mr. Miller noted that this had been antici- pated; however, it had been anticipated that the projected commercial property values would more than offset that reduction. Roll Call Ayes: Willmus; Roe; and Ihlan. Nays: Klausing. Abstentions: Pust. Motion carried. Councilmember Pust requested that staff provide updated and additional information related to her Comment #5 (page 5) regarding the current economic situation, and how to understand the apparent trends and how to factor those impacts into the budgeting process. Ihlan Comment #2 Ihlan moved, Roe seconded, removal of the $40,000 allocation for Infor- mation Systems replacement from the proposed 2009 tax levy. Councilmember Ihlan spoke in support of the motion; opining that this would remove another item impacting the levy; and suggested that other funding sources, such as reserves, be used to fund this. Councilmember Ihlan questioned if the projected revenue from those cities being provided IT services was not as much as anticipated to help defray costs; and sug- gested that the City restructure fees and contracts accordingly. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 16 Mayor Klausing sought clarification from Mr. Miller as to whether reve- nue superceded actual IT services. Mr. Miller clarified that the contracts with the 19 jurisdictions served rep- resented anet gain, not a net loss. Mr. Miller advised that the cities under contract met on a quarterly basis; and that across the board cost allocation increases was built into the 2009 budget, and that the added revenue had already been factored in; however he noted that their was still a shortage of local dollars to meet specific Roseville IT needs. Mayor Klausing spoke against the motion, opining that such suggested ac- tions to use reserves undermined the City's solid financial footing; and caused an inability to borrow funds at low interest rates, and only post- poned difficult decisions for future Councils to rectify. Mayor Klausing, specific to this issue, opined that while not a huge revenue producer, pro- viding IT services to other communities provided a better return on local taxpayer monies and allowed the City to provide a better service to the community of Roseville. Further discussion included the use of the $40,000 for replacement of various IT equipment (i.e., computers, printers, network services) and im- pacts to an already extended suggested replacement period and slower processing times for employees. Councilmember Pust noted that her rationale for abstaining from voting was based on her inability to make ultimate decisions based on the limited information and the need to consider ramifications of all suggestions with each other, rather than on an individual basis. Roll Call Ayes: Willmus; Roe and Ihlan. Nays: Klausing. Abstentions: Pust Motion carried. Ihlan Comment #3 Councilmember Ihlan opined that she was not prepared to make a motion this evening on this item until more information on the actual costs were available, and if other funding options were available. Ihlan Comment #4 Ihlan moved, Willmus seconded, removing the $10,000 allocation for a community survey, based on previous City Council discussions and lack of majority support. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 17 Discussion included funding of this survey from cable franchise fees in the City's Communications Fund and not affecting property tax levies; and fund allocation remaining from the 2008 budget. Mayor Klausing advised that, while largely symbolic as it was not alevy- related item, he would support the motion. Roll Call Ayes: Pust; Willmus; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: Roe. Motion carried. Ihlan Comment #5 Councilmember Ihlan noted the significant increases proposed for 2009 over actual expenditures in 2009; and opined that during tight budget times, it should be reduced; however noted that she welcomed additional comment from staff. City Manager Malinen advised that there were a certain amount of ex- penses, particularly with the Police Department and P.O.S.T. Board reim- bursement of expenses. Mr. Malinen noted the significant portion of the City's budget related to Human Resources, and the need to keep personnel training in place. Discussion included unspent, but budgeted amounts applied to the $153,000; annual recurring training to satisfy specific criteria; annual comparisons and projects; ten percent estimated for out-of--state confer- ences, with approximately 65% estimated for metropolitan area training and conferences; senior level training and conferences around the state; and an estimated $5,000 for lodging for those specific conferences. No action taken. Willmus Comment #1 Mayor Klausing noted that the leaf pick up program had been discussed by the City Council repeatedly. Councilmember Willmus requested clarification from Public Works Di- rector Schwartz regarding his previous comments on additional storm gut- ter cleaning than in past years, and referenced previous discussions he'd held with Mr. Schwartz. Mr. Schwartz advised that staff was analyzing the leaf pick up program and the gutter cleaning program to determine labor and resource alloca- Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 18 tions; and advised that staff would be able to provide more specific infor- mation following completion of this year's program. Mr. Schwartz esti- mated that the subsidy for 1,400 users of the leaf pick up program was es- timated at $7 per user; however, noted that this could vary depending on the weather. Councilmember Willmus opined that this didn't appear to be a necessary program, as staff was cleaning gutters regardless of whether or not a leaf program was in place; and further opined that this program needed further scrutiny. Councilmember Willmus observed that, while this program had been popular for a number of years, it continued to experience declining numbers annually. Councilmember Willmus spoke in support of retaining the compost pile; however, suggested that there are other alternatives and cost saving options. Councilmember Roe opined that he would like to see staffls updated analysis following completion of this year's program; and to discuss a fee structure that would recover currently-expended subsidies, rather than having individual rate payers to the City's storm water program continue to subsidize the program. After discussion, and previous comments from staff regarding their ongo- ing analysis, the Council consensus was to not remove this item from the 2009 budget, allowing staff to return to the City Council in the spring of 2009 for a more specific look at this program based on additional data and analysis. Willmus Comment #2 No action. Willmus Comment #3 No action. Willmus Comment #4 Councilmember Willmus sought additional information from City Man- ager Malinen regarding current recycling markets, and whether that would impact revenue sharing being received from the current recycling pro- gram. City Manager Malinen advised that he was not aware of impacts from sec- ondary markets; and from his conversations with Recycling Coordinator Tim Pratt, revenue from the revenue sharing was currently in excess of $10,000. City Manager Malinen advised that he would follow up with staff to determine if there had been any more recent changes. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 19 Mayor Klausing noted that, from recent comments from the Minnesota Beverage Association who was a secondary market, they were looking for additional plastic and aluminum materials; and concurred that additional and updated information be obtained from staff. Willmus Comment #5 No action. Willmus Comment #6 Councilmember Willmus requested clarification of overtime for the recent Republican National Convention (RNC) and if that was included in 2008 overtime calculations, and whether the 2009 budget request could be re- duced accordingly, pending reimbursement from the City of St. Paul. Finance Director Miller noted that the overtime calculation was based on a three year average through 2007. Police Chief Sletner addressed actual overtime expenditures for the last three years; and advised that the City had historically under-budgeted for overtime expenses; and that the 2008 figures were an attempt to more real- istically budget for actual costs. Chief Sletner advised that the anticipated overtime, which was being compensated by the City of St. Paul, had not been used to calculate the 2008 budget. Discussion included retirements and any cost savings that could be found from vacant positions; with staff advising that the fluctuations during the year in hiring and vacancies were taken into consideration when budgeting and most often were a wash. Finance Director Miller advised that staff would review 2008 figures to determine if there was any funding available; but noted that most of the positions were filled when they became vacant. Willmus Comment #7 No action. Willmus Comment #8 No action. Roe Comment #1 No action. Roe Comment #2 No action. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 20 Roe Comment #3 Councilmember Roe, in light of the bid process approved at the last Coun- cil meeting and current reduced fuel costs, requested that staff provide Councilmembers with information as to how that impacted all department fuel budgets, specifically in the Police Department. Councilmember Roe sought clarification if 2008 budgeted amounts may not have covered ac- tual costs, and whether that had been adjusted in the 2009 budget accord- ingly for mileage driven or gas used, and sought final amounts to-date. Councilmember Roe noted that there may not be substantial savings, but from this new perspective there may be a need to reduce projected 2009 budget dollars. Roe Comment #4 No action. Roe Comment #5 No action. Roe Comment #6 Councilmember Roe suggested that, while not an actual budget action, staff quantifies utility and maintenance costs as discussions were pursued regarding potential use and/or sale of Fire Station #2; and whether it made sense to keep it as City property or put it back on tax rolls by selling it. Pust Comments In general, Councilmember Pust opined that the "elephant in the room" remained the percentage of staff costs as part of doing the business of pub- lic service, representing approximately 80% of the City's budget. Coun- cilmember Pust noted that, while individual Councilmembers were all in- terested in cutting the levy, there was no real way to significantly do so unless staff costs were addressed; noting that this was not a popular dis- cussion. Councilmember Pust addressed proposed 3.5% cost of living ad- justments (COLA) for each of the next two years; step increases for em- ployees; and health care increases; all of which were contract issues. Councilmember Pust further addressed Public Employee Retirement As- sociation (PERA) benefits and their corresponding increase based on sal- ary increases. Councilmember Pust opined that she was fully supportive of public em- ployees, and honored the work they performed; however, she further opined that this was an unpopular discussion that was necessary for the City Council to hold if they were going to hold serious discussion to re- duce the budget and tax levy. Councilmember Pust noted that the majority of her questions and com- ments were related to that reality and making those hard choices related to Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 21 personnel costs, and that needed to be considered by Councilmembers and City employees or their representatives: 1) Do we want to protect positions? OR 2) Do we want to protect compensation? Councilmember Pust questioned if a hiring freeze could protect positions for current employees; however, noted that the responses she'd received to-date from management were not persuasive that substantial savings would be captured through such a freeze, indicating that further action maybe prudent. Mayor Klausing opined that factors currently at play in the national econ- omymay not be at play in the local economy; and noted that Roseville had a higher than average economic situation than the national average and questioned assumptions based on those indicators. Mayor Klausing fiir- ther opined that while discussions of whether to protect jobs and/or bene- fits for public employees. was considered, the City also had a responsibility to protect the community. Mayor Klausing noted that year after year, deci- sions were made by the City Council to create a leaner environment for employees to perform their jobs for the community; and while expressing appreciation for that "lean" environment, he cautioned that further action may drive the community into mediocrity. Mayor Klausing expressed pride that other communities looked to Roseville as being on the cutting edge and as a leader for its peers. Mayor Klausing noted that losing that standing could have serious ramifications on this first-ring suburb and cause businesses to leave, and further negatively impacting the City's tax base. Discussion included actual and available data comparing Roseville with local and national standards; data of surrounding communities; sources for that data; and employment statistics. Staff was requested to research and provide to the City Council updated data on those standards. Councilmember Roe opined that there were a lot of unknowns; however, he noted that the County Assessor has already advised that the City's mar- ket value didn't increase as anticipated; and further opined that since the City's main source of income for the levy was property values, the City needed to adjust their proposed levy increase accordingly and seriously consider how it did business in light of that fact. Mayor Klausing opined that, even if property values were somewhat de- pressed, recognizing that the City of Roseville was not immune, the City still needed to plow streets, maintain its Police force for public safety, and Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 22 continue to provide other services to retain the community's quality of life. Councilmember Roe noted that the City received its money from taxpay- ers, residents and businesses in the community, and opined that the City Council needed to be respectful of them, and be responsive to reduced property values and their ability to pay taxes and user fees. Discussion continued on property values and impacts to tax levies; and concerns with expenditures increasing faster than the rate of tax base growth. Councilmember Willmus opined that, historically, this region had been buffered from economic upswings and downswings; however, further opined that this time, as major employers left the state, those impacts to local communities, including Roseville, would be felt. Councilmember Willmus opined that, during such an economic cycle, it was not the time to expand municipal government, but to responsibly retract municipal gov- ernment. Councilmember Willmus concurred with Councilmembers Roe and Pust and the directions they were indicating. Councilmember Will- mus referenced previously voiced concerns from former Councilmember Dean Maschka related to current financial conditions. Councilmember Willmus concurred that the City's labor force needed to be seriously re- viewed. Mayor Klausing thanked individual Councilmembers for the thoughtful discussion and points made. Mayor Klausing opined that during economic downturns, it was prudent for the City to ensure the viability of its infra- structure programs. City Manager Malinen clarified that the proposed 2009 budget was not an expansion of government, but was a status quo budget. Mr. Malinen noted that by retaining the City's employee wage/benefit structure it allowed the City to maintain quality employees. City Manager Malinen further noted that this 2009 budget was the City's first attempt at pursuing "budgeting for outcomes" as previously dis- cussed, and proposed to be implemented over the next three years. Mr. Malinen encouraged Councilmembers to engage in further discussion to assess the City's level of services with the community's expectations and associated costs, as well as levy limits. City Manager Malinen advised that staff would research and provide the requested additional information for Councilmembers to continue their discussions and decision-making. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 23 City Manager Malinen apologized that a previous request of Council- member Willmus had inadvertently been deleted from the budget discus- sion; and as a bench handout, provided a history of City Council Compen- sation for future discussion purposes. Councilmember Pust concurred that it would irresponsible of the City Council not to discuss that when discussing potential employee issues. Further discussion included decertification of TIF Districts (i.e., District #1) and timing of such decertification, with staff requested to provide the City Council with additional information. City Manager Malinen confirmed that staff would return to the City Coun- cil after incorporating those actions taken tonight, and factoring in addi- tional discussion and information requests. Councilmember Roe emphasized that discussion related to staff and per- sonnel costs were not a reflection on the job performance of current staff; opining that they were doing an excellent job from management on down; and expressed his support of and respect for City staff. 14. City Manager Future Agenda Review 15. Councilmember-Initiated Items for Future Meetings Councilmember Ihlan, related to utility rate calculations, reiterated her concern about cal- culations for single-family homes with higher consumption; and asked staff to provide additional information based on their current rates and comparisons to proposed rates, us- ing several comparative benchmarks (i.e., 30,000 gallons; 35,000 gallons, etc.), using the same table in staff s report, and specifically those above the conservation rate shown. 16. Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 p.m. Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 17, 2008 Page 24 ATTEST: illi J. Malinen, City Manager C ig D. 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Ci ~ ' 'O C C .~' C O v i ~ ~ V o c V O ~ ~ y ~ V w ~~ ' V ~ i O G ~ a S. . ° U ° ~ " ~ •~ a a ~ O u. ~ o c~ ' ~ o ~ O ~ ~ ~ ~ O ~ ~ ' ~ ~ ~ ~ O ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ y ~ ~ ~ ~ G ~ ~ ~ u bA \ v~ 't7 Q ~ ~ ~~ O C ~,, s, p ~ ~ ,~ p ~ p w ~ v w ~ ~~ ~,v O ~v o 'O L ~` vv v u . ~ U O y v O V + _ ~ v C v y o ''~° v C O '-' ~ ~ zQV .~ ~~ ~~~ tif~~l~ ~~ ~~~ Code Enforcement Update Introdwction - 2008 Council Directives - Actions ImplementRd - Reports and Accomplishments - Recommendations ~ Code Enforcement Update 2008 Council Directives / Faster resolution a-f complaint cases / More use of abatements "' / Escalating fine structure / Additional educational efforts / Pilot -Neighborhood Enhancement Program 1 -. t Code Enforcement Update Actions Imdlemented / Reassigned Duties ~~ ~ o , / Added a Summer Intern / More Use of Abatement Procedure / Shortened Time Frames / Increased Fines / Informational Brochure / Implemented the Neighborhood Enhancement Program Code Enforcement Update Reports and Accomplishments Complaint Cases 2004 - 2008 2008 642 (thru October) 2007 425 2006 474 2005 380 ~ - . 2004 449 ., 1 2 Code Enforcement Update Resorts and Accomplishments Map of 2008 Complaints (.5 r".i_ ~~~ .,~.~ ~ / .ca'd`.; ' - : ~. •v ~ '. , Code Enforcement Cases January - Oc[ober 2008 .•,,,,,,,,.~ w..aq..y~. f Code Enforcement Update Reports and Accomplishments Types of C©mplaints Oaened Closed (93%) Signs 17 Grass 143 Debris 67 Cars 74 Residential Misc. 260 ~- Business Misc. 81 ~ ~, ~i~ Total 642 598 ~~ 3 Code Enforcement Update Reports and Accomplishments Number of Abatements 2008 Grass 19 Debris 7 Building Maintenance 6 Immediate Threat 6 TOTAL 38 Code Enforcement Update Reports and Accomplishments --~ .~ A 4 Examples of Abatements Code Enforcement Update Reports and Accomplishments Examples of Abatements Code Enforcement Update Reports and Accomplishments Court Citations No Citations Issued to Date Two Citations Pending in 2008 ~' . ~~ ~ _ . vQ ~~1` `.1~ 5 Code Enforcement Update Reports and Acpomplishments Additional Education Efforts - Common Complaints Brochure - Articles in publications „~ - Neighborhood Watch - Roseville University ~~RU .~_ ` Roseville Ylniversity ~, J Reports and AcGOmplishments Neighborhood Enhancement Program 2008 Year-end Update _~, ~~~, ~~ ~~ __ - _ ~ =- 6 NEP Year-end Update Back_g~round - Trial program for 2008 only - Program funded by Roseville's HRA - Began program in May 2008 - Completed in October 2008 - Conducted inspections of 1,900 properties a : z : ~ ~ r.,. ~ NEP Year-end Update Process - Hired one part-time intern for five months - Sent prior notification'to property owners - Walked neighborhoods - Inspected from public streets only - Sent notices, with follow-up ` `~ 7 NEP Year-end Update Goals of NEP Program Greater public awareness and compliance with city codes and ordinances Enhanced property values Enhanced livability of neighborhoods Minimize negative effects of rental properties upon surrounding neighborhood Maintenance of the City's tax base ,~ '°"°' ,,,, NEP Year-end Update Map of 2008 Inspection Areas :f.~aP. ~ ~ ~ p ~ i • O Y t' ••• ~ 'rYY 1 ~ ~ ~~~ ~. ?..t.'~r ~ ~• • - p..w..~.~.,.,~...~,.., a.._..._.,..o..._._ p. ,. , ~...~ ~ a Il'~ ~ e ~ , `V _ ~~• • • s•• + k. ~~ • ~ ~ ~ Y Neighborhood Enhancement: Violations Observed ~ ~...•. e - 4a s• • ti• ~= ~' ' d N 8 NEP Year-end Update Case Count bV Area Area / Approximately 450 properties 51 violations Area /l Approximately 475 properties 39 violations Area 111 Approximately 475 properties 22 violations Area IV Approximately 500 properties 32 violations C~J~' TOTAL = 1,900 properties inspected 144 violations observed NEP Year-end Update TVpes of Violations 1. Commercial in residential 5 2. Vehicles 36 3. Junk/Debris 36 4. Building Maintenance 30 5. Outside Storage 26 6. Grass/Weeds 11 _____ ,• ~,.. TOTAL 144 9 NEP Year-end Update Resolved Cases Report Violations Resolved in 20 days 144 100% 125 87% Resolved in 40 days 10 94% Resolved in 60 days 3 96% Open after 90 days 6 4% ~~ NEP Year-end Update Examples of Violations Observed 10 NEP Year-e~~nd Update NEP Year-end Update 11 NEP Year-end .Update Examples of Violations Observed NEP Year-end Update Accomplishments - Educated approximately 1,900 property owners - Corrected approximately 140 violations - Generated understanding and goodwill - Help maintain neighborhoods and tax base __ 12 NEP Year-end Update Costs of the Program Personnel Vehicle (Shared) Phone (Shared) Computer (l.T.) Gasoline Brochures/mailings Computer/upgrades $ 6, 500 0 0 0 $500 ., $2,250 ~` 51.000 Total $10,250 NEP Year-er~d Update Learned Citizens appreciate the program Approximate 8% violation rate ,~ Observed more violations in older areas Older structures Smaller garages Very fast compliance by citizens Less resistance by citizens Pictures of violations ~ ~ ~ ~ 13 Code Enforcement Update Cost Revenue Costs NEP 10,250 Code Enforcement Intern 6,500 $16,750 Revenue Admin. Charges $5,397.50 Code Enforcement Update Conclwsion - Addressing more Complaint cases - Faster Resolution of Complaint Cases - Using Abatement Process More Often - Increased Educational Efforts - Implemented Neighborhood Enhancement Program 14 Code Enforcement Update Recommendations - Continue with Seasonal Intern - (Funded by HRA) - Continue with New Accelerated ,. 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Notwithstanding the provision of any general or special law, charter, or ordinance, the governing body of any statutory or home rule charter city of the second, third or fourth class may by ordinance fix their own salaries as members of such governing body, and the salary of the chief elected executive officer of such city in such amount as they deem reasonable. Subd 2 After next election. No change in salary shall take effect until after the next succeeding municipal election. Roseville City Code 103.03• Mavor and City Council Compensation The Mayor and members of the City Council shall receive a stipend for their service to the city as follows: Effective January 1, 2000, until December 31, 2001: Mayor $750.00 per month Council members 570.00 per month Effective January 1, 2002, and thereafter: Mayor $775.00 per month Council members 585.00 per month This stipend offsets any local expenses incurred by elected officials in the course of their duties. City Ordinances Regarding Mavor/Council Com pensation Ordinance Date Action Mayor Council Effective ($ per mo) ($ per mo) 1227 07-12-1999 Increased Mayor/Council 750 570 O 1-01-2000 Compensation; Stipend to offset 775 585 01-01-2002 any local expenses 1119 01-11-1993 Increased Mayor/Council 600 450 1993 Compensation 650 500 1994 812 12-19-1977 Increased Mayor/Council 425 325 01-01-1980 Compensation 450 350 01-01-1981 686 11-27-1972 Increased Mayor/Council 325 275 O 1-01-1973 Compensation 545 06-26-1967 Established Mayor/Council 300 250 01-01-1968 Compensation