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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992/03/02 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular 4b MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA March 2, 1992 1 . Call to order Mayor Pro Tem Keith Meland called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. 2. Presentations Mayor Pro Tem read a proclamation honoring Girl Scout Week. 3. Roll call The following Councilmembers were present at roll call : Jeff Jacobs, Larry Mitchell , Gail Dorfman and Keith Meland. Councilmember George Haun arrived while the meeting was in session. Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Public Works, Director of Community Development, Director of Finance and Personnel Officer. 4. Approval of minutes It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to approve the minutes of the February 18, 1992 meeting. The motion passed 4-0. It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to approve the minutes of the February 18, 1992 Long-Range Planning session. The motion passed 4-0. 5. Approval of agenda It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to approve the consent agenda with the removal of 9e. The motion passed 4-0. It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to approve the agenda for March 2, 1992 with the deletion of item 9b and addition of item lib. City Attorney fee information form. The motion passed 4-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6a. Park Hill II PUD Amendment to final Planned Unit Develop- ment plan for Park Hill II PUD, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd. There being no one wishing to speak, the Mayor Pro Tem closed the hearing with the right of Council to thereafter reopen and continue it at a future date. It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to approve first reading, set second for April 6, 1992 and authorize summary publication. The motion passed 4-0. -25- City Council meeting minutes Mar. 2, 1992 6b. Fox and Sons Investment Special permit for a chiropractic 111 Resolution 92-26 clinic at 4801 Minnetonka Blvd. There being no one wishing to speak, the Mayor Pro Tem closed the hearing with the right of Council to thereafter reopen and continue it at a future date. It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to adopt Resolution 92-26 entitled "A resolution granting special permit under Section 14-124.101 of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code relating to zoning to permit a chiropractic office for property zoned PUD, Planned Unit Development District, located at 4801 Minnetonka Blvd." The motion passed 4-0. PETITIONS, REQUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS 7a. Monterey Park townhouse project Petition of Kingman Dillon Corp. for City installation of watermain loop and assessment of costs In answer to a question from Mr. Kingman, the Director of Community Development said the petition he had previously submitted will not be adequate to allow the City to proceed with construction of the water line. The City was seeking a 100% petition from all parties who would be assessed for the project. He said a lengthy waterline deadends in the property, with 7 dwelling units at the end of the line. In the event of a fire, there would be no water fed to the hydrant. Mr. Kingman asked if the other parties were not interested in participating, how would that affect the project. The Director responded that if 100% petition cannot be secured, the petition they could secure would come back to Council at which time assessment through the normal channels would be considered. It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to continue the matter to April 6, 1992. The motion passed 4-0. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES 8a. Election judges, polling places It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , Resolution 92-27 seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to adopt Resolution 92-27 entitled "A resolution designating election judges and polling places for April 7, 1992 Presidential primary." The motion passed 4-0. 8b. Uniform Building Code Incorporation into City Code Ordinance 1879-92 It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Mitchell , to adopt Ordinance 1879-92 entitled "An ordinance changing the St. Louis -26- City Council meeting minutes March 2. 1992 Park Municipal Code relating to the adoption of the State Building Code and exempting nursing homes from obtaining a food establishment license by amending Sections 13-801 (9) , 15-210, 15-252, 15-255 and 15-301 and deleting Sections 13-215, 13-224, 13-210.101 , 15-210. 103, 15-253.102 and 15-253. 103." The motion passed 4-0. 8c. Disposition of tax forfeit land 7832 Cambridge; 3647 Sumter Ave. Resolution 92-28 It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to approve the disposition of tax forfeited land at 3647 Sumter Ave. , and adopt Resolution 92-28 entitled "Resolution approving designation of non-conser- vation land shown on classification list "773-NC" by Board of County Commissioners of Hennepin County." The motion passed 4-0. It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to defer action on disposition of tax forfeited land at 7832 Cambridge to April 6, 1992. The motion passed 4-0. 8d. Hamilton House Minor amendment: Landscaping altera- tions and storage addition: 2400 Nevada It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to adopt Resolution 92-29 entitled "A resolution rescinding Resolution 88-131 adopted on Sept. 19, 1988 and granting special permit under Section 14-141 of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code relating to zoning to allow landscaping alterations and a storage building addition at 2400 Nevada Ave." The motion passed 4-0. 8e. Traffic signal : Louisiana Ave./Franklin , Resolution 92-30 It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to adopt Resolution 92-30 entitled "Resolution requesting Minnesota Dept. of Transportation approval of a traffic signal system at the Louisiana Ave./Frank— lin Ave. intersection and expenditure of Municipal State Aid funds to finance the project." The motion passed 4-0. 9f. Service dogs Licensing fee exemption Councilmember Mitchell thanked staff for the expedient manner in which this item was prepared. It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, -27- City Council meeting minutes March 2, 1992 to approve first reading, set second for April 6, 1992 and authorize summary III publication. The motion passed 4-0. REPORTS FROM OFFICERS, BOARDS, COMMITTEES 9a. Variable rate bond issue The City Manager gave a brief background Resolution 92-31 on this item. The City Attorney said it would be helpful in framing the resolution that needed to be enacted this evening to have direction from Council which can memorialize that direction and provide direction/flexibility re future eventual- ities. He said it was a judgment call whether to pursue the variable rate option or select a fixed rate option. Council 's action on February 18, 1992 was to direct staff to pursue the variable rate option. A lengthy discussion followed relative to the mechanics involved in pursuing a fixed rate. The City Attorney clarified: If Council selects a fixed rate, two procedures are availble: ( 1 ) Direct staff to undertake a competitive fixed rate bond conversion so as to be in a position to pay off the variable rate bonds on the date they are submitted; and (2) Direct staff to negotiate with one or more investment bankers for a negotiated fixed rate bond sale. He said it appeared from staff's recommendation the retention of a financial advisor to assist in the negotiations or to convert the bonds to fixed rate or to evaluate a substitute liquidity III facility. It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to pursue a variable rate on terms and conditions acceptable to the City. If this is not achievable within the time imposed by the notice requirements in the Indenture, staff is then directed to select a financial consultant to implement the negotiations for a fixed rate through a competitive process. The City Attorney provided proposed language to include in a resolution relating to continuing the bonds at a variable rate or converting the bonds to fixed rate to that effect. Included in the resolution would be language to the effect the City Manager would be authorized to retain the services of a financial consultant to assist in negotiations for fixed rate financing should that become necessary because a standby liquidity facility substitute is not available. J Councilmember Mitchell said it was his desire that a financial advisor be retained and that a negotiated sale take place with proposals solicited and more than one banker to be approached. The City Attorney said that in that event the current Remarketing Agent would be terminated. To clarify, the Mayor or Mayor Pro Tem and City Manager to terminate the current Remarketing Agent and replace it on equal if not better terms as the current agreement and to pursue competitive fixed rate bond financing which would provide the City with optimal fixed bond rates. On a 4-0 vote, Resolution 92-31 was adopted, entitled "Resolution relating 111 to substitution of substitute liquidity facility to permit continuation of variable rate bonds or conversion to fixed rate of the City' s $5,000,000 the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, general obligation bonds, Series 1987 A, B, C, dated March 1 , 1987 and the City's $6,500,000 the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, variable rate demand general obligation tax increment bonds, Series 1985, dated as of December 1 , 1985." City Council meeting minutes March 2, 1992 111 9b. Item removed from agenda 9c. Workers compensation self-insurance plan It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Mitchell , to proceed with implementation steps for a self-insurance plan with a Jan. 1, 1993 target date. Councilmember Mitchell asked if this would require additional staffing positions. The City Manager felt that staff would look at contracting for these services. The motion passed 4-0. 9d. Minutes of Planning Commission Feb. 19 Ordered filed by consent 9e. Neighborhood Revitalization Committee Councilmember Dorfman reported that the committee was holding a March 24 neighbor- hood meeting to receive input from residents and Council in order to move forward in identifying a pilot neighborhood. All interested individuals are encouraged to attend. It is to be held at Central Community Center. It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilman Dorfman to receive the report for filing. The motion passed 4-0. 9f. Redistricting Status report Councilmember Mitchell felt there were two issues requiring staff's attention: legislative lines and some blocks that can't be chopped up. He felt it should be put on a study session agenda so a systematic approach can be used. It was so moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs. In light of a comment by the City ' Manager, Councilmember Mitchell added to the motion that staff be directed to respond back to Council on those issues that are required by law (the legislative district line) ; he didn't believe the law addressed the other issue and that should be taken up at a study session. The motion passed 4-0. 9g. Westwood Hills Education Center It was moved by Councilmember Mitchell , seconded by Councilmember Jacobs, to place this item on an upcoming study session. The motion passed 4-0. 9h. Community Development Block Grant, Year XVII It was moved by Councilmember public hearing for April 6, 1992. Jacobs, seconded by Councilmem- ber Mitchell , to set the -29- City Council meeting minutes March 2,1992 The City Manager noted there was a request from staff for direction as relates to the funding allocations for CDBG since this will have to be voted on at the public hearing. Councilmember Mitchell was cont rned that this seemedio bean "insiders' game," i .e. the general public does7�ave much knowledge of the program, there are probably more organizations that would request funds if they knew about it. He was disappointed that the Council , including himself, have not figured out how to use this program better than they have. Councilmembers Jacobs and Dorfman voiced similar concerns. The motion passed 4-0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10a. Boards and commissions It was the consensus Bob Andrews, MASAC representative, be scheduled for an informal interview before a meeting in April . It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to accept Jerrold Frank' s resignation from the Cable TV Commission. The motion passed 4-0. It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Mitchell , to appoint Bryan Leary to the opening on the Cable TV Commission. The motion passed 4-0. III Councilmember Haun arrived. The City Attorney noted that Bryan Leary was an associate with the Popham, Haik law firm. Councilmember Jacobs felt there was no conflict of interest. If it turns out there is, Council shall be so apprised. . 10b. Gambling license renewal Humane Society, at Park Tavern Resolutions 92-23, 92-24 It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to adopt Resolutions 92-23 and 92-24 entitled, respectively, "A resolution of the St. Louis Park City Council approving issuance of a premises permit for the conduct of lawful gambling: Park Tavern Lounge" and "Resolution of the St. Louis Park City Council approving issuance of a premises permit for the conduct of lawful gambling: Park Tavern Lanes." Councilmember Mitchell noted that Council does not have an issue with either of the organizations seeking approval this evening; rather, it's more that the City has been stuck with having to deal with gambling issues. Since the State initiated it, they have required the cities to oversee these operations. The motion passed 5-0. 111 -30- City Council meeting minutes March 2, 1992 10c. Gambling license St. Louis Park Hockey Assoc. Resolution 92-25 It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to adopt Resolution 92-25 entitled "A resolution of the St. Louis Park City Council approving issuance of a premises permit for the conduct of lawful gambling." The motion passed 5-0. NEW BUSINESS lla. Bid tabulation 4-wheel drive vehicle By consent, authorize execution of a contract with Midway Ford Co. in the amount of $19,649 for the purchase of a 4-wheel drive vehicle for the Police Department lib. Attorney fee information Councilmember Mitchell recalled asking the City Attorney to communicate to the Council/EDA a more detailed billing so a better picture of allocated costs can be determined. He felt the focus had been somewhat lost, with staff providing this information rather than the attorney. The City Manager said that billings were authored by staff and reviewed by the attorney's office in an effort to hold fees in check. The City Attorney said he would be happy to comply with Council 's •direction and will pursue it. MISCELLANEOUS 12a. Damage claims Dominic Snargrass Ruth Stranisich By consent, claims referred to City Clerk and City Manager. 12b. Communications from Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Meland noted that the March 16, 1992 meeting will be cancelled because of a lack of a quorum. 12c. Communications from City Manager None. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS, CONTRACT PAYMENTS 13a. Verified claims By consent, approve verified claims in the following amounts and authorize distribution of checks in the appropriate amounts: Vendor claims: $846,807.99 and payroll claims: $19,776.09. -31- 13b. Contract payments 1 . Partial : NewMech Companies, Well No. 4 water treatment facility. Amount: $35,362.80 (NewMech) , $1 ,861 .20 (North Star State Bank) By consent, payment approved. 14. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. 1/:. _ Ml/y/o(,r1/4—o71e(InTt--j----‘' ecording ecretary -32-