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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985/11/18 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - RegularMINUTES CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA November 18, 1985 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Lyle Hanks 2. Presentations Mayor Hanks read a resolution naming eso u ion o. 85-192 S. Allen Friedman to fill the vacancy currently existing for First Ward Councilman. Beverly Flanagan, City Clerk, administered the oath of office to Mr. Friedman. It was moved by Councilman Backes, seconded by Councilman Martin to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 85-192 entitled "Resolution appointing person to fill vacancy in office of Ward 1 Councilman." The motion passed 6-0. 3. Roll Call The following Councilmembers were present at roll call: Ronald Backes Keith Meland Thomas Duffy Larry Mitchell Jerrold Martin Lyle Hanks Councilman Friedman joined the Council. Also present were the City Manager, Director of City Development, Director of Public Works and the City Attorney. 4. Approval of Minutes It was moved by Councilman Duffy, seconded by Councilman Meland, to approve the minutes of the meeting of November 4, 1985. The motion passed 6-0. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Duffy, to approve the minutes of the special meeting held November 7, 1985. The motion passed 5-0-1 (Councilman Mitchell abstained). 5. Approval of Agenda It was moved by Councilman Mitchell, seconded by Councilman Backes, to approve the consent agenda for November 18, 1985. The motion passed 7-0. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Mitchell, to approve the agenda for November 18, 1985. The motion passed 7-0. -187- City Council meeting minutes November 18, 1985 6a. KK Corporation: Restaurant PUBLIC HEARINGS Request of K K Corporation to amend an approved special permit to increase the maximum floor area permitted to be occupied by a restaurant and to allow another Class 1 restaurant at 5657 Wayzata Blvd. Lois Bredahl, representing the applicant, presented the case for their application. She stated that since Morey's Fish House moved out, there has been very little interest shown by potential retail tenants, but a great deal of interest shown by potential restaurant tenants. They were asking for an amendment to the special permit because no retail tenant has been found and they desire to rent to a food operation. Addressing the parking concern, she said the applicant was willing to take the chance that patronsoftheir restaurants would be willing to park in nearby locations and walk to the restaurants, such as is the case downtown. She said parking surveys can show varying results depending upon when they are taken. The applicant feels it is justified in making a determination of its customers willingness to walk to a restaurant. Councilman Backes asked if there were any particular reason a Class 1 restaurant had been requested. Ms. Bredahl said they had not specified a class on their application, were told by staff that they must specify one, and they naturally chose the most inclusive category. Councilman Backes asked if they had had inquiries from potential restaurant tenants about obtaining a liquor license, to which she responded none had been that specific. Councilman Backes asked if they would have a problem with a 1-w designation and she said that although they would prefer the Class 1, they would settle for the 1-w. Mayor Hanks asked if Class 1 didn't necessitate a sit down restaurant with printed menus as so forth. The Director of Planning said Council did modify that to the point where just about any restaurant serving food could qualify for Class 1. There being no one further wishingto speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed with the right of Council tohereafter reopen and continue it at a future date. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Duffy, to authorize preparation of a resolution of approval for a Class 1 restaurant. Councilman Mitchell asked whgf%fm��?cations of a 1-w on parking. if any. City Council meeting November 18, 1985 The Planning Director said there were none so far as the ordinance was concerned, that requirements were the same for Class 1 and Class 1-w. Councilman Backes asked if, when the modifications were made a year ago, the Class 1-w retained, to which the Director said it was. Councilman Backes asked if the only difference was that a liquor license could only be granted to a Class 1, and the Director replied that was true. Cslmn. Backes said it looked to him like Council would be looking at a request for a liquor license in the future if a Class 1 classification was approved that night. Councilman Backes said he would oppose the motion, that he would be in favor of a Class 1-w rather than the requested Class 1 When asked, Councilman Martin said he would not change nis motion to a Class 1-w. He felt staff's concern was the parking, which could be a problem, but that the market takes care of itself. He was aware that the liquor licenses were available when there was a lot of development going on, but some five or six have been unclaimed for some number of years. Upon hearing a comment from the applicant that a Class 1-w was all right with them, Councilman Martin amended his motion to approve a Class 1-w restaurant, and Councilman Duffy agreed as the seconder. r Councilman Mitchell saw the problem as much of the parking for the restaurant will be on the theater property, over which the developer has no control. For example, if the ownership of the theater changed hands, the parking problems could be compounded. Councilman Meland said that in that regard the theater doesn't own the land where it encourages its patrons to park, also. Mayor Hanks asked how this type of parking problem was addressed under the diversified development district guidelines, to which the Planning Director said that joint parking, shared parking etc. were encouraged. He felt the property owners in this area had an understanding that parking on each other's property was acceptable. The motion for a Class 1-w restaurant was passed 5-2 (Mayor Hanks, Councilman Mitchell opposed). 6b. Variance: 7520 Lake St. Request of Wallace Yahn (John b Cheryl Johnston) for a variance in lot width and rear yard setbacks at 7520 Lake St. The following neighborhood residents commented in opposition to the variance request: Ken Anderson, 3737 Oregon Ave.; Mitchell Newkirk; Fran Morton, 7605 W. Lake St.; Bruce Edwards, 7600 Lake St.; Tim Swanson, 7516 Lake St.; and Sheldon BurgeSon, 7525 Lake St. Among their reasons for being opposed included that the lot was simply too small to accommodate what the applicant was planning, -189- City Council meeting minutes November 18, 1985 that variances of one sort or another had been denied over the past years, and that neighboring residences would have their views blocked. Wallace Yahn, applicant, spoke saying the last thing he wanted to do was make anybody in the neighborhood mad. He was trying to research his options for this property. He said in talking with staff, he was shown that a sufficient house could be built on the property and that was why he was there. There being no one further wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed with the right of Council to thereafter reopen and continue it at a future date. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Duffy to prepare a resolution of denial The motion passed 7-0. 6c. Variance: 1825 Dakota Request of Hale Kunerth for variance in lot width, area and side yard setback at 1825 Dakota. Jeanette Buttenhoff stated she had no objection, that anything would be better than the old garage now on the property. Glenna Hovey who owns the property immediately to the north, upon which a very small home sits, felt building a home on the subject property would be a detriment to their property at 1817 Dakota. She was concerned about the future saleability of 1817 Dakota. Councilman Martin asked what she meant by building a home would detract from her property and the neighborhood. Ms. Hovey replied the homes are very close and that another home would make it very congested. She also felt the driveway aprons so close together would further the congestion. Dave Nieman, 1828 Dakota Ave. was opposed to building on a 50 ft. lot. Hale Kunerth spoke to the issue statin his lot was somewhat larger than other lots in the neighborhood. He asked if a new home would not increase property values of everyone, instead of detract from 1817 Dakota. He alluded to the point made by one of the speakers relative to children playing on the property, that if this were the case, his insurance liability would increase. There being no one further wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed with the right of Council to thereafter reopen and continue it at a future date. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Mitchell to authorize preparation of a resolution of approval. The motion passed 4-3 (Councilmen Backes, Duffy, Mayor Hanks opposed). -190- City Council meeting November 18, 1985 6d. Klodt: Amend Comp. Plan Request of Frantz Klodt and Son to eso ution 85-193 amend Comprehensive Plan by changing a portion of Bass Lake area from medium density residential to industrial and high density residential use Jim Winspear, 3332 Huntington, representing Minikanda Oaks Assoc., said they were concerned as to where the buildings and parking lots were to be placed on the property, and asked if there were a map. The City Manager responded there was no map, per se, but the location would be dictated by the zoning ordinance, whether it was R-4, I-1 or whatever and that this question would probably be addressed under agenda item 6e. Nancy Rose asked what was the change upon which Council was to vote. Councilman Duffy referred to the last paragraph of the resolution which t delineated the specific area whose change in zoning was under discussion. Lois Bredahl, representing Klodt, gave a presentation of their plan. She said Klodt was asking for public hearings on Dec. 16 re vacation, final plat approval, tonight's requested amendment to Comprehensive Plan to conform with the developer's land use plan, and for a change in zoning to correspond with the Comprehensive Plan as amended. Councilman Mitchell asked if the Environmental Quality Board had approved the developer's requests in writing. Ms. Bredahl replied they said they would send a letter but to date it has not been received. Councilman Friedman asked where the exchange of land was taking place and for clarification of the road's realignment. The Planning Director answered by referring to the map on display. He noted the present concept was the same as the Planning Commission reviewed in Oct. 1984. In answer to a question from Councilman Friedman, the Director said if the present concept was approved, Council was in effect approving a concept that does not visualize Belt Line Blvd. following along the existing alignment. He said the subsequent step would be to hold a hearing relative to vacation of the present right-of-way, or leave it as it is and use for some other public purpose. Mayor Hanks reviewed briefly the history of the project leading up to this- night, underscoring Council's sympathies with the concerns of the Minikanda Oaks' residents that traffic from the project not be allowed to come through their neighborhood. -191- City Council meeting November 18, 1985 Mayor Hanks also felt that Council was concerned about maintaining control over areas designated for walking and to store water and that the developer will be meeting with staff to iron out these questions to the best satisfact- ion of all concerned. There being no one further wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed with the right of Council to thereafter reopen and continue it at a future date. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resolution 85-193 entitled "A resolution approving an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan 1980 to the Year 2000 for the City of St. Louis Park under Minnesota Statutes 462.351 to 462.364." Councilman Mitchell read from the staff report which stated the PCA will not approve an indirect source permit until the adequacy of the EIS has been determined. He asked if the City had received anything in writing from either the PCA or the Environmental Quality Board. The City Manager said there was a staff technical review meeting a week ago and that no problems were mentioned. Councilman Mitchell said he was a supporter of development, but the City was burned once on this issue dealing with impact statements and that he was apprehensive about taking any action without that documentation. Mayor Hanks asked if a motion could be made to change the Comprehensive Plan subject to approval or any conditions which might come out of the EIS. The City Attorney said changes to the Comprehensive Plan need to be based on basic findings which are consistent with other component parts of the Plan. She would not recommend taking action contingent on an EIS or any other political body or agency. Councilman Martin felt that what Council basically was doing was giving approval so the developer could proceed with the final plat and financing. Mayor Hanks felt this project and the City had been worked over by govern- mental groups enough. He said final resolution would come up on Dec. 16 and all would know the results of the EIS. He said he's had numerous requests about rental housing. He saw nothing wrong with moving forward at this point because final action was not being taken. He felt that with the EIS in hand before any final action on zoning and vacation was to be taken, there was no reason not to move forward at this point. The motion passed 5-1-1 (Councilman Mitchell opposed; Councilman Friedman abstained). 6e. Klodt: Zoning Request of Frantz Klodt and Son to change zoning on north side of Belt Line Blvd. west of France Ave. from I-1 to R-4. -192- City Council meeting November 18, 1985 Jim Winspear voiced the same concerns as Council had discussed and determined he could wait until the public hearing for these concerns to be fully aired and ironed out. Robert Strauss expressed his concerns relative to zoning, wetlands, walking paths, etc. He felt some of these considerations should be more fully looked at that evening. Mayor Hanks reiterated once again that all these items of concerns would be studied and fully discussed on Dec. 16. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Backes, to waive first reading and set second reading for December 2, 1985. The motion passed 5-1-1 (Councilman Mitchell opposed; Councilman Friedman abstained). Councilman Mitchell said he was opposing for the same reasons as his opposi- tion to item 6d. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Duffy, to direct staff to continue to work with developer and take into consideration the concerns as expressed by the neighborhood residents and that the public hearing on vacation be set for Dec. 16. The motion passed 6-1 (Cslman Mitchell opposed ). Councilman Duffy said he felt the critical time was when vacation was discussed. He said the City had several options open relative to the R-4 zoning being used for anything other than a pathway. He said he was comfortable that the control over that land will remain with the City. Councilman Mitchell asked about the exclusion of land. The City Attorney replied during this process you can exclude land, but not add any land. Nancy Rose wondered if it might not be appropriate to send the matter to the Parks Advisory Commission. Len Thiel reminded Council about setting a date for the final plat. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Duffy to set consider- ation of the final plat for January 6, 1986. The motion passed 6-1 (Councilman Mitchell opposed). 6f. Park Hill Investment Request of Park Hill Investment to Resolution - convert 7 units of senior citizen housing • to conventional housing at 4725 Minnetonka Blvd. and Ottawa Ave. Leonard Juster, attorney for Park Hill, said he had furnished a copy of the covenant to the City Attorney. There being no one further wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed with the right of Council to thereafter reopen and continue it at a future date. -193- City Council meeting minutes November 18, 1985 It was moved by Councilman Mitchell, seconded by Councilman Martin, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 85-187 entitled "A resolution rescinding Resolution No. 7523 adopted on December 19, 1983 rescinding Resolution No. 7458 adopted on September 6, 1983, and granting special (coinditional use) permit under Section 14-124(2) of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code relating to zoning to allow conversion of multi -family units to senior citizen housing and permit construction of 70 units of senior citizen housing at 4725 Minnetonka Blvd. and 3025 Ottawa Ave. So." The motion passed 7-0. Councilman Mitchell complimented the developer on their sensitivity to housing needs. 6g. Assessment: Project 85-31 Assessment hearing, Project 85-31: Resolution 85-194 Alley between Pennsylvania Ave. and Quebec Ave. Carolyn Bollhofer, 3751 Quebec Ave., spoke in opposition to her assessment. She said she never uses the alley and has no access to it from her house. Councilman Martin said this alley improvement may be of value to some resident in the future, and that assessments go with the property, not a current owner of a given home. There being no one further wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed with the right of Council to thereafter reopen and continue it at a future date. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Martin, to waive reading and adopt Resolution 85-194 entitled "Resolution adopting assessment - Improvement No. 85-31: T -alley paving." The motion passed 7-0. 6h. Monterey Place Amendment to Housing Plan and Program eso u ion Nos. 85-195, 85-196 to add a project at 4550 Minnetonka Blvd. and request for preliminary approval of multiple family rental bonds for that project Marcia Cohotes, Miller & Schroeder, spoke briefly on the project. Councilman Friedman asked if any units were rented and what collateral was being pledged. He was told that 4 were currently rented. The Planning Director said the developer was providing all collateral, that the City was not pledging and funding. Councilman Mitchell wondered how they were going to attract families at the price being asked. John Larson, Holmes & Graven, replied that on a square foot basis, they -194- City Council minutes November 18, 1985 felt they would not have any trouble finding renters. He said they were hopeful of qualifying under 1985 figures with no sizing down. There being no one further wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed with the right of Council to thereafter reopen and continue it at a future date. It was moved by Cslman. Backes, seconded by Cslman. Martin to waive reading and adopt resolutions 85-195 (to add project) and 85-196 (bond approval). Councilman Friedman asked what happened to the City's bond rating, and he was informed financing didn't involve the City, that the developer arranges its own financing, and it would not affect City's bond rating. Councilman Mitchell asked how this project had escaped recent Congressional action or would it be phased out, to which the City Manager responded it will probably be phased out. The motion passed 4-3 (Councilmen Mitchell, Friedman, Mayor Hanks opposed) to approve Resolution 85-195 entitled "Resolution for a program amendment of the Housing Plan and Program 1979-1985 of the City of St. Louis Park" and Resolution 85-196 entitled, "A resolution giving preliminary approval to a multi -family rental housing project (Monterey Place Apartment Project) under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 462C." 1a. Med Center PETITIONS, REQUEST, COMMUNICATIONS Park Nicollet Medical Center: Request for minor amendment to special permit It was moved by Councilman Duffy, seconded by Councilman Mitchell to authorize preparation of a resolution granting a minor amendment to a special permit for the Park Nicollet Medical Center. The motion passed 5-0-1 (Councilman Martin was absent from chambers). 7b. Taxicab license Appeal of denial of taxicab license Gregory Thompson, applicant, said he had not received any traffic tickets in two years. Councilman Backes referred to Mr. Thompson's application and questioned if he had ever had a license revoked. Mr. Thompson responded he had not, that.a previous license had been suspended. He said he answered correctly to the question re revocation, but that the word suspended had been hand-written in. It was suggested by Councilman Duffy that that particular line on the form be updated so the word "suspended" was typed in rather than hand-written. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Backes to uphold the denial. The motion passed 7-0. -195- City Council minutes December 2, 1985 7c. PulItabs Request of Animal Humane Society to conduct gambling It was moved by Councilman Duffy, seconded by Councilman Meland, to approve the request. The motion passed 7-0. 9a. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES M ls. Fed. Jewish Services Resolution 85 -197 - Minneapolis Federation for Jewish Services EAW - Negative declaration It was moved by Councilman Mitchell, seconded by Councilman Martin, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 85-197 entitled "A resolution approving a negative declaration with respect to the environmental assessment worksheet for the elderly housing campus proposed by the Minneapolis Federation for Jewish Services for property located on W. 36th St. at County Road 18." The motion passed 7-0. REPORTS FROM OFFICERS, BOARDS, COMMITTEES Human Rights Commission Reduction in membership It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Mitchell to waive reading and set second reading for December 2, 1985. The motion passed 6-1 (Mayor Hanks opposed). 9b. Fire contract Resolution -198 It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 85-198 entitled "Resolution establishing fire salaries and insurance contributions for the year ending December 31, 1986." The motion passed 7-0. 9c. Police contract Resolution 85-199 It was moved by Councilman Backes, seconded by Councilman Duffy, to waive readingand adopt Resolution 85-199 entitled "Resolution establishing police saaries and insurance contributions for the year ending December 31, 1986." The motion passed 6-0-1 (Councilman Martin abstained). 9d. Meadowbrook Marsh cleanup -196- Report ordered filed by consent. City Council minutes November 18, 1985 9e. 9f. Water/sewer/refuse adjustments Councilman Friedman asked why it was necessary to keep the fund balances at the level they were. The City Manager explained that in the water fund, monies for the Remedial Action Plan will be needed; that there was no increase in the sewer fund balance; and in refuse, the City intends to expand its recycling program and a cushion will be maintained. Mayor Hanks pointed out there is also the problem of water and sewer pipes getting to be 50+ years old. Councilman Friedman asked how reserves are determined. He wondered why the balances were not reduced and the savings turned back to the taxpayers. The City Manager responded it was good business sense to have reserves, and that perhaps this complex issue would be appropriate for a study session. Councilman Friedman asked why levels were raised at this particular time, and the Mayor replied balances were contingent on budget deliberations and partly on the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission increases of 10-15 percent during the past few years. Councilman Mitchell asked for more accurate figures and the City Manager said he would ask accounting to prepare additional explanation. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Duffy, to waive first reading, set second for December 2, 1985 and authorize summary publication. The motion passed 6-1 (Councilman Friedman opposed). It was moved by Councilman Mitchell, seconded by Councilman Friedman, that staff prepare additional statistics for the December 2 meeting. The motion passed 7-0. Mayor Hanks cautioned that the City's New York bond rating is closely tied to these fund balances. Environmental health Agreement with Hennepin County Resolution o. Bb - O re subsidies for environmental health Councilman Mitchell asked if the agreement would include health care or transportation and so forth for senior citizens. Councilman Meland explained that the visiting nurses association provides health care to seniors. It was moved by Councilman Duffy, seconded by Councilman Martin, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 85-200 entitled "Resolution approving agreement between -197- City Council meeting November 18, 1985 the City of St. Louis Park and Hennepin County for financial support of municipal environmental health services." The motion passed 7-0. 9g. Handicapped accessibility Preliminary engineering report: eso u Mon 85-201 Handicapped accessibility, City Hall It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Duffy, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 85-201 entitled "Resolution ordering improvement, ordering preparation of plans, specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids for improvement No. 85-39: Handicapped accessibility - City Hall." The motion passed 7-0. 9h. 29th & Florida Resolution - 03A Traffic Study No. 344: 29th & Florida Ave. Roger Lindquist, 2901 Florida, referred to the staff report, stating the residents had not requested a 4 -way stop sign, but requested a sign on W. 29th to control east/west traffic. Earl Otto, Randy Lee, Hubert Livingston also spoke of the problems with the intersection. Councilman Friedman spoke of the obstructions at the intersection: trees on the northwest corner; the grade and the fence on the northeast corner. Mayor Hanks wondered if it made sense to stop 700 cars traveling on 29th for the 300 or so cars traveling on Florida. Councilman Martin wondered how a six foot fence had been permitted on the one piece of property. It was moved by Councilman Martin that Inspectional Services check the fence. The motion died for lack of a second. Mayor Hanks said the fence was constructed prior to the current ordinance, but in the event of future sale of the property, the fence should then be brought into conformance with the ordinance. It was moved by Councilman Friedman, seconded by Councilman Meland, to _install stop signs on W. 29th St.* to control the east west traffic. The motion passed 4-3 (Councilmen Backes, Martin and Mayor Hanks opposed)• 9i. Parking bay request Parking bay request: 5812 Excelsior Bovd. It was moved by Councilman Duffy, seconded by Councilman Martin, to approve -198- City Council minutes November 18, 1985 the plan for the construction of three parking bays at 5812 Excelsior Blvd. The motion passed 7-0. 9j. Cambridge/Wooddale traffic sign Temporary traffic control: Cambridge/ Wooddale Ave. In answer to Mayor Hanks question why this was being proposed, the City Manager said it was to facilitate traffic on to and off of southbound Hwy. 100. Mayor Hanks asked if traffic was to be diverted through the adjoining neighborhood, and the City Manager replied that would be temporary. Councilman Backes asked if this had been discussed with residents on Cambridge, to which Councilman Duffy said it had. It was moved by Councilman Duffy, seconded by Councilman Backes to waive reading and adopt Resolution 85-202 entitled "Resolution authorizing installation of temporary traffic control signs at Cambridge St. and Wooddale Ave." C The motion passed 6-1 (Mayor Hanks opposed). 9k. Twin City Storm Sash Councilman Martin said he'd like staff to answer the questions raised in staff's report. It was moved by Councilman Friedman, seconded by Councilman Martin, to proceed with study to answer those questions. Mayor Hanks stated that Twin City Storm Sash was seeking bond financing before the end of the year. Councilman Backes asked for a clarification of the motion, to which Council- man Friedman replied he meant to proceed with a study of all questions attendant to the project and to talk with Twin City Storm Sash. The motion passed 7-0. 91 Apple Valley Red E Mix The City Manager was requested to determine the number of trucks and trips per day of this operation. 9m. Traffic Study: Georgia/Florida/ Edgewoo - It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Martin to conduct the poll as described in staff's report, to authorize investigation of policies of other cities and to direct staff to organize a City/school meeting. The motion passed 7-0. -199- City Council minutes November 18, 1985 9n. Bonding: Excelsior Blvd. General obligation/Tax increment bonding for Excelsior Blvd. Redevelop- ment District Dick Lincoln said the project was basically on schedule. Funding for the ramp will be secured in December. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Duffy, to authorize staff to proceed with the bond sale and to designate the bond underwriter and bond counsel. The motion passed 6-0-1 (Councilman Friedman abstained). 9o. Cable Advisory Commission minutes 9p. Housing and RedevelopmentAuthority minutes 947 Human Rights LOMMIssion minutes 9r, October 1985 financialrepor 9s. Planning Commission minutes 9t. Board of Zoning Appeals minutes All minutes ordered filed by consent. 10a. Boards and Commissions 10b. Insurance award UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. Confirmation of agency award 1986 insurance Councilman Friedman asked if there were insurance coverage for Council members and City officials, to which the City Manager replied a report would be forthcoming at the Dec. 2 meeting. It was moved by Councilman Duffy, seconded by Councilman Martin to confirm BHKBR as the City's agent broker for 1986. The motion passed 7-0. Ila. Rotary Centennial project NEW BUSINESS Showmobile Councilman Mitchell asked who would pay the interest, to which the City Manager replied there was no interest charged the City as the money was to be transferred from the Unallocated General Budget. Councilman Friedman asked for figures for maintenance, storage and insurance. The City Manager said it would be stored at the MSC; that this was a rugged piece of equipment and maintenance was expected to be at a minimum; and that insurance figures were not yet available. -200- City Council minutes November 18, 1985 be rented and Councilman Friedman asked about insurance coverage should the Showmobile / the City Manager replied the City would probably require a waiver from any one renting it. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Martin to accept the donation from the Rotary with the conditions as described in staff's report. The motion passed 7-0. llb. Vehicle purchase It was moved by Councilman Duffy, seconded by Councilman Martin, to accept the bid proposal of Thomas Pontiac, Buick, GMC. The motion passed 7-0. MISCELLANEOUS 12a. Claims 12b. Communications from Mayor November 20. He also reminded them kick-off breakfast on November 26. 12c Communications from City Manager Mayor Hanks reminded Council that the City was hosting a TwinWest Chamber of Commerce coffee on of the 99th birthday and Centennial 1. Assistant City Manager. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Martin to confirm the reclassification of Assistant to the City Manager position to Assistant City Manager. Councilman Friedman asked if there were to be a salary raise, and the City Manager said not at this time. Councilman Friedman wondered about the need for reclassification as this position has always previously been viewed as a springboard to a higher position. The motion passed 7-0. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS, CONTRACT PAYMENTS 13a. Verified claims It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Martin, to approve the list of verified claims prepared by the Director of Finance dated November 18, 1985 in the amount of $1,029,026.81 for vendor claims and $10,457.50 for payroll claims and that the City Manager and City Treasurer be authorized to execute checks in the appropriate amounts. The motion passed 7-0. 14. Adjournment The eeting adjour at 10:55 p.m. -201- G��