1-27-97 agendaCITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 1997
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
5:30 P.M.
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM NO. 1
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
1. INTERVIEW OF PERSONS INTERESTED IN SERVING ON CITY'S ADVISORY
BOARD/COMMISSIONS
ADJOURNMENT
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
0- AGENDA
INTRODUCTORY PROCEEDINGS
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE (1) REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
JANUARY 13, 1997 AND (2) SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 22,
1997
PRESENTATION
1. OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON ITEMS NOT
ON THE AGENDA
2. PRESENTATION OF RECOGNITION AWARDS TO POLICE OFFICERS PAT
WHELAN, JIM BOYD, DAVE RYGG, ROBERT BROTZEL AND BOB SALTER OF
PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 26
• AGENDA APPROVAL
3. COUNCIL APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONSENT CALENDAR
4. CONSENT CALENDAR CONTAINS SEVERAL SEPARATE ITEMS WHICH ARE
ACTED UPON BY THE CITY COUNCIL IN ONE MOTION. ONCE THE CONSENT
CALENDAR HAS BEEN APPROVED, THE INDIVIDUAL ITEMS AND
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS HAVE ALSO BEEN APPROVED. NO FURTHER
COUNCIL ACTION IS NECESSARY. HOWEVER ' -ANY-COUNCIL MEMBER MAY
REQUEST THAT AN ITEM BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION AND
ACTION. ALL ITEMS LISTED ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR ARE
RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.
A. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CITY MANAGER'S APPOINTMENT
OF PAUL WASKO TO TWO YEAR TERM AS HEARING EXAMINER C.L. 27
B. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
PURCHASE OF 6311 PORTLAND AVENUE TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL
SITE AREA FOR CITY MAINTENANCE FACILITY C.L. 28
C. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CONTINUATION OF AGREEMENT
WITH CITY OF BLOOMINGTON FOR PROVISION OF INSPECTIONAL
SERVICES FOR RICHFIELD FOR 1997 C.L. 29
D. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CITY
HALL MECHANICAL IMPROVEMENTS TO EQUIPMENT SUPPLY, INC. IN
AMOUNT OF $157,491 C.L. 30
E. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AGREEMENTS WITH
CONSULTANTS FOR SHERIDAN PARK REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT:
BARRY WARNER, STRGAR-ROSCOE-FAUSCH, AS LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECT IN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $26,300; AND DUANE
THORBECK, THORBECK ARCHITECTS, AS BUILDING ARCHITECT IN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $18,000 C.L. 31
F. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PURCHASE OF FIVE FORD CROWN
VICTORIA FULL-SIZED POLICE SEDANS THROUGH HENNEPIN COUNTY
COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM FROM SUPERIOR FORD, INC.
FOR TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE OF $98,815 C.L. 32
G. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PURCHASE IN EXCESS OF $25,000
FOR ONE CHEVY CK2500 AND ONE CHEVY C3500 PICKUP TRUCK TO
BE USED BY WASTEWATER AND WATER DIVISIONS FROM GROSSMAN
CHEVROLET FOR TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE OF $43,545 C.L. 33
H. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PURCHASE IN EXCESS OF $25,000
FOR TWO NEW CHEVROLET ASTRO ALL-WHEEL DRIVE MINI-VANS FOR
USE BY PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT FROM ERICKSON CHEVROLET
• PONTIAC FOR TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE OF $43,670.04 C.L. 34
I. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PURCHASE IN EXCESS OF
$25,000 FOR ONE MID-SIZE SEDAN FOR USE BY PUBLIC SAFETY
ADMINISTRATION AND TWO HEAVY DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS FOR USE
BY UTILITIES DIVISION AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
FROM MIDWAY FORD FOR TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE OF $47,333 C.L.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
5. PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE ADDING CITY
CODE LANGUAGE RESTRICTING PARKING OF `TRUCK-TRACTORS, SEMI-
TRAILERS, TRUCK-TRACTORS/SEMI-TRAILER COMBINATIONS AND
TRUCKS
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 36
6. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ISSUANCE OF 1997 PAWNBROKER AND
SECONDHAND GOODS DEALER LICENSE FOR METRO PAWN AND GUN,
INC.. 7529 LYNDALE AVENUE
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 37
0 RESOLUTIONS
7. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING GUIDELINES AND
AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT WITH ICMA FOR
401 K PLAN
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 38
8. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION COMMENTING ON ADDENDUM TO
JANUARY 1995 FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT FOR
EXTENDING HOV LANE ON 1-35W FROM 1-494 TO 42ND STREET IN
MINNEAPOLIS AND RESOLUTION THANKING MNDOT FOR SPIRIT OF
COOPERATION SHOWN IN WORKING WITH CITY OF RICHFIELD ON
VARIOUS TRANSPORTATION ISSUES IN MINNEAPOLIS
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 39
PROPOSED ORDINANCE
9. CONSIDERATION OF FIRST READING OF TRANSITORY ORDINANCE TO
AUTHORIZE SALE OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY AT 7645 NICOLLET AVENUE
• TO RICHFIELD HRA FOR RICHFIELD REDISCOVERED SITE DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 40
• ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS AND OTHER BUSINESS
10. CONSIDERATION OF SITE SELECTION FOR NEW CITY MAINTENANCE
FACILITY
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 41
11. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS CITY ADVISORY
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 42
AIRPORT BUSINESS
12. AIRPORT STATUS REPORT
CORRESPONDENCE
13. LEGISLATIVE REPORT
COUNCIL CHOICE
14. COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEMS
15. CLAIMS AND PAYROLLS
16. ADJOURNMENT
Auxiliary aids for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.
Requests must be made at least 96 hours in advance to the Administrative
Services Director at 861-9702.
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 42
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Consideration of appointments to various City advisory boards and commissions.
Background:
Several terms of City board and commission members expire on January 31, 1997. In
addition, there are mid-term vacancies due to resignations which need to be filled.
Vacancies were advertised in the Richfield Sun Current, cable television channel 34
and as a feature article in the December 1996 Your City newsletter.
Applicants were interviewed on January 22 and 27, 1997.
Recommended Motion:
Appoint persons to fill the terms on the various City boards and commissions.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. Terms of several board and commission members expire on January 31, 1997.
2. There are mid-term vacancies which need to be filled.
3. In order to assure quorums for future meetings, appointments should be made at
this time.
Alternative Recommendation:
Defer appointments to a later Council meeting.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
This item is placed on the January 27, 1997 agenda for Council consideration.
Appointments will become effective February 1, 1997.
Respectfully submitted,
Jame . Prosser
City Manager
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 41
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Site selection for the new City Maintenance Facility.
Background:
For several years, but particularly since 1992 when the City Maintenance Facility at
7700 Pillsbury Avenue was partially demolished and the Lampert site purchased and
remodeled to make room for the 77th Street Project, the City has been exploring
options for relocating the City Maintenance Facility. At the July 1, 1996 City Council
Study Session, discussion was held on activity to that date including discussion with
developers about the current maintenance facility sites, interest expressed by the
Minnesota Department of Transportation for a shared facility, sites explored to date,
and budget. At the December 2, 1996 City Council Study Session, the Water Plant site
was introduced as an attractive alternative to the MnDOT/MAC site (former New Ford
Town). The City Council is being asked to consider selecting the Water Plant site as
the preferred site.
Reasons for Relocating the Public Works Facility
• Free up taxable land on 1-494 for redevelopment (six to seven acres)
• More efficient working environment for Public Works operations.
Results of Investigations Since the December 2, 1996 Study Session
• Cost - The combined resources of Williams/O'Brien Associates, architects,
and RCM, engineers, completed a second more complete preliminary plan for
a new facility at the Water Plant. This plan gives a more clear picture of
space needs. In addition, GME made soil borings. Then M. C. Magney
Construction Company, a building contractor, was hired to estimate
construction costs. This cost estimate for the building is $4.4 million
(including $300,000 in contingency). Design and site preparation costs
combine to add another $500,000 for a total estimate of $4.9 million. The
architect provided a total estimate of $5.5 million. This compares favorably to
the 1992 estimate of $4.773 million. In addition, using the Water Plant site
allows the City to avoid land costs. For example, the MnDOT/MAC site has a
land cost of over $1 million.
Funding sources - The roughly $4.9 million funding necessary to construct
this facility would be secured through a combination of sources. The sales of
the existing garage sites are estimated to provide between $1.0 and $1.5
million, while approximately $500,000 additional funds were previously
secured from federal and state sources for taking of the City garage
properties for the 77th Street Project. A $1 million contribution from the
utilities fund is also projected. The loss of $1 million from the cash balance of
the utilities fund would leave a cash balance of approximately $750,000-
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800,000. Some of the potential negative impacts of using the $1 million are
the loss of up to $60,000 in annual interest income to the utilities fund and a
fairly "bare bones" cash balance in the fund to deal with any significant
contingencies that may occur. The remaining $1.9 to $2.4 million would be
secured from a combination of matured debt service funds and the capital
improvement fund.
• Neiahborhood reaction - On December 18, 1996, an open house was held
with the neighbors in the 6200 and 6300 blocks of Portland Avenue
specifically invited. The log of comments is attached.
• Use of park land - Staff contact with the Department of Natural Resources, as
well as a meeting with a Metropolitan Council representative, the City's
legislative consultant, our legal counsel and City staff lead staff to believe that
either no mitigation is needed or that mitigation can be accomplished at
Richfield Lake with land acquired by MnDOT for stormwater purposes.
• Traffic congestion at 64th and Portland - Two alternatives are available to
address congestion on Portland Avenue. First, the increased use of the
access may trigger a traffic signal warrant and signal construction. Second,
an access to 66th Street through the Ice Arena parking lot was identified in
the Veterans Memorial Park of Richfield long range plan. Such access could
relieve this intersection.
Comparison of MAC/MnDOT and Water Plant Sites
• Both options satisfy the reasons for relocating.
• Both options use nontaxable land.
• Both options allow City use of MnDOT salt/sand, fuel, and some storage.
• Water Plant site advantages:
0 Certainty of long term availability of land.
0 Low land cost.
0 Allows consolidation of all Public Works functions including Water
Plant.
0 Existing meeting room and 2,000 square feet of office space is
available at the Water Plant.
0 Opportunity for sharing investment with recreation uses; i.e., roof of
Public Works building for floor and footings of recreation building, and
parking can be shared with park users.
0 Increased security in park because of Public Works presence.
0 Decision independent of MAC and MnDOT.
• MnDOT/MAC site advantages:
0 No neighborhood impacts.
0 Shared wash bay, welding bay, bulk purchases, parking, and site work
with MnDOT (any other space savings offset by Water Plant shared
space).
0 Additional interior drive aisle allows for more efficient use of vehicle
storage space.
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Recommended Motion:
Select the Water Plant site for location of the future City Maintenance facility.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. Although there are advantages to both Water Plant and MnDOT/ MAC sites, the
Veterans Memorial Park of Richfield site appears to be more effective in terms of
operations, local/internal cooperation and coordination, and economics.
2. Although MnDOT must begin construction of a new facility in the near future, it is
estimated the City can develop its own facility in less time thereby reducing the
inconvenience and possible delay with making land adjacent to 1-494 and/or 77th
Street available for other development purposes.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. Council may select the MnDOT/MAC site for the City's new maintenance facility.
However, the possible disadvantages include the possibility of a limited period of
time for a lease on the land, inability to combine all Public Works activity at one site,
need to provide recreation and safety improvements at Veterans Memorial Park of
Richfield through other methods, and delay in the City's ability to vacate land
adjacent to 1-494 and/or 77th Street due to anticipated delay in ability to occupy new
Richfield/MnDOT/MAC maintenance facility.
2. Council may request consideration and/or study of additional sites for a City
maintenance facility. This, too, would potentially delay the availability of land
adjacent to 1-494 and/or 77th Street for other development purposes. Also, Council,
staff and other agencies/organizations have exhausted all possible sites known at
this time.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
This item is on the January 27, 1997 Council agenda. Action is requested at this time
as MnDOT would like to know by the end of January whether or not the City will be
participating in construction of a shared site in the former New Ford Town area. Also,
action is requested at this time to facilitate scheduling for vacating land adjacent to 1-
494 and/or 77th Street to afford other development opportunities in the area currently
occupied by the City's maintenance operations, and to begin design of a City
maintenance facility as soon as possible.
Respectfully submitted,
Jame Prosser
City nager
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Citizens' Log on City Garage on Portland Avenue
in Veterans Memorial Park of Richfield
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Arthur G. Pearson (Attended the Garage Open House 12/18/96)
6308 Portland Avenue South All right with him as long as it is down low.
Joseph Sausen (Attended the Garage Open House 12/18/96)
6320 Portland Avenue South Go for it!
Lorie Leslie (Attended the Garage Open House 12/18/96)
6224 Portland Avenue South
Alice Longley (Attended the Garage Open House 12/18/96)
6228 Portland Avenue South Please put a phone booth near street, sounds like a
good idea.
James R. Wallat 12/18/96 (taken by Gretchen Blank) Traffic is
6328 Portland Avenue South already too bad and he does not want a semaphore
Richfield, MN 55423 because he believes that would make it worse.
Feels this end of the park is already too congested
and anything new should go on the south end off
66th. Would like the entrance to the park at 64th
closed and access provided on 66th street only.
Feels the timing of 66th & Portland lights is not in
synch with Hwy 62. Has difficulty getting out of
his driveway now and is concerned that it will get
worse if we build this facility. Does not want
basketball courts for those people from south
Minneapolis. Gets significant trash in his yard
from picnickers, farmers market, volleyball play, et
al.
Joan Creighton 12/30/96 (taken by Mike Eastling) Use Legion
6336 Portland Avenue Club for recreation. Don't like high rise at Legion.
Richfield, MN 55423 Would prefer a community center on that site.
Don't like tennis court because tennis courts close
already. Park space is a premium. Likes wild
habitat. Color of swing sets detracted from
"natural" look. Reason for park is open space not
senior high rise which is a bad idea. Rather than
any buildings, would rather have park.
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 40 /
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
First reading of a transitory ordinance amendment to authorize the sale of the City-owned
property at 7645 Nicollet Avenue to the Richfield HRA for Richfield Rediscovered site
development.
Background:
The City purchased the former video store at 7645 Nicollet Avenue for the 77th Street
Improvement Project. In October 1996 the Council approved rezoning the site from C-1
(commercial) to MR-1 (two-family residential). Demolition of the store is complete and plans
are being made for a two-family development on the site. Sale to the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority is appropriate at this time.
Recommended Motion:
Approve first reading of the transitory ordinance amendment to authorize the sale of the City-
owned property at 7645 Nicollet Avenue to the Richfield HRA for Richfield Rediscovered site
development and set a public hearing and second reading for February 10, 1997.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. Platting of the property has been completed.
2. The property is residentially zoned and abuts residential development on the east, west
and north sides.
3. The HRA has a development concept ready for implementation and has authorized the
purchase from the City for $36,800.
4. The City purchased this property for the 77th Street Project using MSA funds. MSA funds
may only be used for road related purposes. MSA rules require that land sale proceeds
reflect the "highest and best use." Thus, the 77th Street Project cannot discount the sale
price and the $36,800 to be paid by HRA is based on an appraisal report.
5. Pending City Council authorization, development could begin in spring 1997.
Alternative Recommendation:
The City Council can choose not to sell to the HRA at this time. However, the HRA is
prepared to proceed.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
First reading is set for January 27. If approved, a public hearing and second hearing will be
held on February 10 to consider the sale.
Respectfully submitted,
Jam . Prosser
City anager
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0 TRANSITORY ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE SALE, TRANSFER OR
OTHER DISPOSITION AND CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN CITY OWNED REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD, COUNTY OF HENNEPIN,
STATE OF MINNESOTA (7645 NICOLLET AVENUE)
The City of Richfield Does Ordain:
Section 1.
The following described real property located in the City of Richfield, County of
Hennepin, State of Minnesota, is hereby authorized to be sold, transferred or otherwise
disposed of, and conveyed by the City to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in
and for the City of Richfield as herein provided:
The northerly 8 feet of Lot 9 and all of Lot 10 in Block 4, A.G. Bogen Company's
Nicollet Avenue Addition, Hennepin County, Minnesota, and having the street
address of 7645 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota.
Section 2.
The Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized to take all action as is required to
sell, transfer, or otherwise dispose of and convey the real property described in the
foregoing Section 1, including, by way of illustration and not limitation, the execution of
all documents, purchase agreements, deeds of conveyance, and other instruments
connected with such sale, transfer or disposition and conveyance.
Passed this
Council.
day of , 1997 by the Richfield City
Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 39
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Consideration of the addendum to the January 1995 Final Environmental Impact
Statement on 1-35W to add a third lane for high occupancy vehicles from 1-494 to 46th
Street in Minneapolis.
Background:
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has proposed to extend the
High Occupancy Vehicle Lane on 1-35W from 1-494 to 42nd Street in Minneapolis (See
attached map). To do this, the January 1995 Final Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS) on 1-35W must be amended to describe the impacts of this scaled back proposal
that was not included in the original EIS. The project will cost $75 million as compared
to the $1.0 billion estimate for the preferred alternative identified in the previous final
environmental impact statement.
The amended Final EIS provides a need for the City to revise its comments on the EIS
for the proposed project. The reduced scale of the proposal will require much less right
of way acquisition in Richfield and eliminate light rail transit, consistent with major
objections raised by the City in its previous comments dated March 13, 1995.
The details of the plan including details of the mitigation of any impacts will be identified
in the review of layouts immediately following this environmental review process.
A review by City staff indicates the project will:
• enhance safety in the 62 Crosstown section by separating traffic on 62 Crosstown
from the traffic on 1-35W;
• keep regional trips on the regional highway network and off of local streets;
• require some right of way acquisition;
• promote public transit and carpooling; and,
• not correct all 1-35W deficiencies, especially inadequate traffic capacity.
City staff have raised Richfield's concerns about the proposal with MnDOT staff.
Concerns include:
• acquisition of land needed for storm water ponding;
• right of way implications for Richfield;
• the retention of eastbound 62 access to Lyndale Avenue;
• options for a transit hub in the Crosstown area since the Minnegasco site will not be
acquired for a transit hub;
• the need for improvements along 66th Street and Lyndale Avenue in the vicinity of I-
35W;
• traffic impacts on local streets in response to the proposed improvement;
g • the need to improve pedestrian/bike crossings at 76th and 73rd Streets , including
consideration of Americans with Disabilities Act compliance;
• the potential for bike/pedestrian trails crossing 1-35W at the Soo Line, at 66th Stree
and at Portland Avenue, and along 1-35W on surplus land, especially west of
Portland Avenue;
• the opportunity to demonstrate the performance of high speed bus service and
carpooling in the I-35W corridor; particularly, consider the possible addition of a
transit station in the vicinity of the 62 Crosstown Commons as an alternative to the
transit hub previously proposed for the Minnegasco site;
• noise;
• the importance of sensitive design of noise and retaining walls; and,
• the potential for redevelopment opportunities.
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Most of the issues have been addressed in the addendum. Any remaining concerns
are described in the attached resolution.
Since MnDOT submitted the addendum in December, City staff used a public
involvement process for this project that included:
• A notice that the City Council will review the project was placed in the December
1996 issue of Your City newsletter.
• One thousand owner residents living along 1-35W from 76th Street to Portland
Avenue received an invitation from MnDOT to attend the January 14, 1997 Open
House.
• The City staff had a booth at the MnDOT Open House to explain the City's proposed
position on the 1-35W improvements including the Richfield Lake area plan.
• City staff gave presentations on the proposal to both the Planning Commission and
the Community Services Commission prior to the January 27, 1997 Council
meeting.
Ms. Margaret Sorensen, 6232 Bryant Avenue, has requested that her house be
acquired as part of the 1-35W Project. Currently, the plan does not call for her home to
be purchased. There are about a half dozen homes in the City that will be in a similar
situation to Ms. Sorensen's. A number of citizens at the Open House asked for land to
be acquired to complete a walking path along the south side of the 62 Crosstown
Highway between Fifth Avenue and Portland Avenue. These issues are associated
with constructability of the roadway. For example, as the project design moves forward,
it may reveal a need for additional right of way, to create adequate slopes, arrange
construction staging and provide cost effective design that is not apparent at this time.
Ms. Evelyn Skoog, 7421 Aldrich Avenue, has a concern about the design of the
eastbound exit from 62 Crosstown at Lyndale Avenue to protect pedestrians.
If the project is approved, work south of 66th Street could begin as soon as 1999.
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At the January 6, 1977 Council Study Session several Council Members expressed
their strong support for the revised alternative of extending the. 1-35W High Occupancy
Vehicle Lane as being far superior to the previous preferred alternative. City staff has
included a second resolution that commends the Minnesota Department of
Transportation for several initiatives in Richfield. Council has the option of approving
the second resolution as a way of conveying the City's appreciation for the spirit of
cooperation exhibited by MnDOT in alleviating a number of transportation problems in
Richfield.
Recommended Motion:
Approve the attached resolution claiming that the addendum to the Final EIS on the I-
35W HOV Lane Extension is acceptable. A second resolution is attached that thanks
the Minnesota Department of Transportation for their spirit of cooperation in dealing
with the City of Richfield on transportation issues.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. Although the MnDOT proposal doesn't correct all 1-35W deficiencies, it is generally
consistent with the City's position on 1-35W:
• by keeping regional trips on the regional highway network;
• by providing an HOV lane rather than light rail transit; and,
• by promoting high speed bus service and carpooling.
• 2. The proposal can be built under existing budgetary limits.
3. Refinements in the design are possible to lessen negative effects on Richfield.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. Consider several minor refinements to the MnDOT proposal designed to reduce
negative impacts on Richfield. Revisions in the design may improve its acceptability
to the City. The Council will have another opportunity to review and comment on
design issues apart from commenting on the addendum to the Final EIS.
2. Consider the alternative of removing eastbound 62 Crosstown access to Lyndale
Avenue to save two homes from being acquired for right of way in Richfield.
3. Consider continued support for the City's preferred alternative, the Diamond Lane
Alternative. This may not be appropriate without additional highway funding being
identified.
4. Consider opposing the addendum to the Final EIS claiming it does not address all
environmental impacts adequately.
• 5. Consider making no comment on the addendum, which will have the effect of a
favorable review of the document.
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• Discussion/Decision Mode:
A decision is needed on the addendum to the Final EIS at the January 27, 1997 Council
meeting. The Council will also have an opportunity to review the layout for the
proposed project where design issues can be discussed. The second resolution is
optional and has no deadline.
Respectfully submitted,
Prosser
Jam 4Mnager
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0 RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION COMMENTING ON THE ADDENDUM TO THE
JANUARY 1995 FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
FOR EXTENDING THE HOV LANE ON 1-35W FROM 1-494 TO 42ND STREET
IN MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, an addendum has been issued by the Minnesota Department of
Transportation to the January 1995 Final Environmental Impact Statement for
extending the high occupancy vehicle lane on 1-35W from 1-494 to 42nd Street in
Minneapolis, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, comments on the addendum to the final environmental impact
statement have been requested by the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Richfield that:
1. The addendum adequately addresses the environmental impacts of building
the high occupancy vehicle lane project.
2. The negative impacts of the proposed improvement are less than those
identified for the preferred alternative with the exception of providing adequate capacity
on the regional highway network to protect local streets from being used by regional
trips.
3. The amount of right of way needed in Richfield for the project is greatly
reduced from the level identified for the preferred alternative in the January 1995 Final
Environmental Impact Statement.
4. There may be a need for MnDOT to acquire additional right of way in Richfield
that is not apparent at this time. The additional space may be required as part of the
constructability of the roadway to create adequate slopes, arrange construction staging
and provide cost effective design.
5. The addendum responds to requests from local businesses to retain
eastbound access on Trunk Highway 62 to Lyndale Avenue.
6. The addendum addresses stormwater drainage and treatment issues for
Legion Lake, Richfield Lake and Wood Lake. It also provides the City of Richfield the
opportunity to explore redevelopment possibilities in the area of Richfield Lake.
7. The addendum discusses the need for improvements to local streets where
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8. The noise analysis indicates the possible need for noise walls on the west
side of 1-35W in the area of Wood Lake. The City of Richfield is concerned that any
noise walls or retaining walls are sensitively designed to blend into the community.
9. The proposal provides for a transit component with the provision of a high
occupancy vehicle lane.
10. The proposal can further enhance transit in the 1-35W corridor by promoting
a high speed bus service and by considering adding a bus stop in the area of the 62
Crosstown Commons.
11. The design of freeway crossings should provide for pedestrians and
bicyclists and need to improve existing pedestrian/bike crossings at 76th and 73rd
Streets , including consideration of Americans with Disabilities Act compliance.
12. The extension of the high occupancy vehicle lane from 1-494 will add great
urgency to reconstructing the 1-494/1-35W interchange.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 27th day of
January, 1997.
Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION THANKING THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FOR THE SPIRIT OF COOPERATION SHOWN IN WORKING WITH THE CITY OF
RICHFIELD ON VARIOUS TRANSPORTATION ISSUES IN MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Transportation has demonstrated its
commitment to cooperate with the City of Richfield on various transportation issues over the
past several years; and
WHEREAS, the spirit of cooperation by the Minnesota Department of Transportation
has led to a major east-west arterial in Richfield known as 77th Street to serve as a reliever
arterial for 1-494; and
WHEREAS, the redesign of the extension of the 1-35W high occupancy vehicle lane
from 1-494 to 42nd Street in Minneapolis is a significant improvement over the preferred
alternative described in the January 1995 Final Environmental Impact Statement for 1-35W;
and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Transportation will address the City of
Richfield's storm water management concerns as part of the proposed extension of the I-
35W high occupancy vehicle lane and simultaneously offer the City a chance to explore
redevelopment opportunities around Richfield Lake; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Transportation has successfully engaged in
forming partnerships with the City of Richfield and other local governments to implement the
1-494 Integrated Corridor Traffic Management Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Richfield
that:
1. The City Council of the City of Richfield wishes to express its appreciation to the
Minnesota Department of Transportation for its spirit of cooperation and its willingness to
enter into partnerships that have led to creative solutions to the City of Richfield's
transportation concerns.
2. The City Council also encourages the Minnesota Department of Transportation and
its Commissioner James Denn to continue to engage local governments in state and regional
highway solutions for the mutual benefit of all participants.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 27th day of
January, 1997.
• Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 38
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Resolution approving 401 K plan with ICMA for City Manager.
Background:
During the City Manager's recent annual performance evaluation review, the City
Council adopted a resolution which provided for a compensation package for the City
Manager. As a part of that resolution the Administrative Services Director was
instructed to establish a 401 K account with International City Managers Association
(ICMA) for the City Manager. This account would be established because the City
Manager cannot participate in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
pension benefits that are available to other City employees.
The City has conducted its preliminary work to establish the 401 K account with ICMA.
Formal action is now necessary by the City Council in the form of a resolution. The
resolution describes the plan and the responsibilities that the City will agree to for the
401 K plan. It will also provide the formal recognition to begin contributions for the plan
and also provides authority for the City to execute an agreement with ICMA establishing
to the 401 K account.
Because the City has an active 457 deferred compensation plan available to all City
employees and the plan has more than a minimal amount of contribution from City
employees, ICMA will allow the City to establish the 401 K plan at no charge. Typically,
such a plan would cost a base fee of $500 a year plus maintenance fees.
Recommended Motion:
Adopt the attached resolution establishing guidelines and authorizing the City Manager
to execute an agreement with the ICMA for a 401 K plan.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. As a part of the City Manager's performance review and compensation package,
the City Council directed staff to establish a 401 plan for the City Manager.
2. The City Manager does not participate in and does not have the benefit of the
Public Employees Retirement Association pension program.
3. The 401 plan would be a typical alternative provided to employees such as city
managers who do not participate in PERA.
Alternative Recommendation:
01 1. The City Council could decide not to proceed with establishing the 401 K as
directed by previous City Council resolution.
0 2. The City Council could decide to postpone the adoption of resolution and
authorization of agreement with ICMA for a 401 K plan.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
If the City Council decides to adopt a resolution to implement the ICMA 401 K plan as
directed by previous City Council resolution, it is advisable that this be approved at the
January 27 City Council meeting so the City Manager may be able to take advantage of
making contributions toward the plan.
Respectfully submitted,
Jame . Prosser
City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION RELATING TO
ESTABLISHMENT OF A MONEY PURCHASE PLAN
WHEREAS, the City of Richfield has employees rendering valuable services;
and
WHEREAS, the establishment of a money purchase retirement plan benefits
employees by providing funds for retirement and funds for their beneficiaries in the
event of death; and
WHEREAS, the City of Richfield desires that its money purchase retirement plan
be administered by the ICMA Retirement Corporation and that the funds held under
such plan be invested in the ICMA Retirement Trust, a trust established by public
employers for the collective investment of funds held under their retirement and
deferred compensation plans:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Richfield hereby
establishes or has established a money purchase retirement plan (the "Plan") in the
form of: The ICMA Retirement Corporation Prototype Money Purchase Plan and Trust,
pursuant to the specific provisions of the Adoption Agreement (executed copy attached
hereto).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Richfield hereby executes the
Declaration of Trust of the ICMA Retirement Trust, attached hereto, intending this
execution to be operative with respect to any retirement or deferred compensation plan
subsequently established by the City of Richfield, if the assets of the plan are to be
invested in the ICMA Retirement Trust.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Richfield hereby agrees to serve
as trustee under the Plan and to invest funds held under the Plan in the ICMA
Retirement Trust; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Administrative Services Director shall be
the coordinator for the Plan; shall receive necessary reports, notices, etc., from the
ICMA Retirement Corporation or the ICMA Retirement Trust; shall cast, on behalf of the
Employers, any required votes under the ICMA Retirement Trust; may delegate any
administrative duties relating to the Plan to appropriate departments; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Richfield hereby authorized the
Administrative Services Director to execute all necessary agreements with the ICMA
Retirement Corporation incidental to the administration of the Plan.
Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
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Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk
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I, Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk of the City of Richfield, do hereby certify that the
foregoing resolution proposed by the City Council of the City of Richfield was duly
passed and adopted by the City council of the City of Richfield at a regular meeting
thereof assembled this 27th day of January, 1997, by the following vote:
AYES:
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ABSENT:
Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk
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Council Letter No. 37
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Issuance of a 1997 pawnbroker and secondhand goods dealer license for Metro Pawn
and Gun, Inc., 7529 Lyndale Avenue.
Background:
On November 18, 1996, the City received the application and other required documents
for the pawnbroker and secondhand goods dealer license for Metro Pawn and Gun, Inc.
It was determined that the change in ownership would occur late in January 1997. The
applicant has paid the required license fees.
The Public Safety background investigation has been completed and reveals the
following:
• Mr. Mark Nichols is owner of this establishment. He has no known criminal record.
A financial background investigation has been conducted. The investigation found
no history of financial problems.
• Mr. Nichols is part owner, with his father, of Nichols Electronics and also owns 50%
of Barry Lighting Company with Tom Erickson. He also owns, with his wife, Metro
Pawn and Jewelry located at 8820 Lyndale Avenue, Bloomington, MN.
• Mr. Nichols holds a Federal Firearms License - U. S. Treasury Bureau of Tobacco,
Alcohol, and Firearms.
• A copy of the Articles of Incorporation and the by-laws have been provided with the
application.
• The $1,500 bond will be submitted as soon as it is received.
• Mr. Nichols has no motor vehicle violations and has had no contacts with either the
Richfield, Bloomington or Minneapolis Police Departments.
Recommended Motion:
Approve the 1997 pawnbroker and secondhand goods dealer license for Metro Pawn
and Gun, Inc., 7529 Lyndale Avenue.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The applicant has complied with all of the provisions of the City Codes pertaining
to pawnbroker and secondhand goods dealer licensing.
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2. Based upon the information supplied by the applicant and the investigation
conducted, there appears to be no reason to deny the issuance of the license
requested.
Alternative Recommendation:
The Council could decide to continue the hearing; however, if the hearing is continued,
the issuance of the license could be delayed.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
The public hearing to consider the request for the issuance of a pawnbroker and
secondhand goods dealer license to Metro Pawn and Gun, Inc, has been scheduled for
January 27, 1997.
Respectfully submitted,
James . Prosser
City Manager
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Council Letter No. 36
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Public hearing and second reading of an ordinance adding to the City code language restricting
the parking of truck-tractors, semi-trailers, truck-tractors/semi-trailer combinations and trucks.
Background:
In 1988 the Council adopted a City zoning code that restricted the parking of certain types of
trucks in the City. The language was added to Appendix "B" of the City zoning code.
In 1995 the Zoning code underwent a comprehensive revision. During the revision process, the
Planning Commission requested moving the language that regulated truck parking from the
Zoning code to the traffic and motor vehicle section of the City code. During the process, the
language was removed from the Zoning code but was not reinserted into the City code. The
outline of the Planning Commission's proposed zoning amendments notes that the section was
to be relocated and the omission was unintentional.
First reading was held on January 13, 1997 and the public hearing and second reading were
scheduled for January 27, 1997.
Recommended Motion:
Consider the public hearing and second reading regarding moving the language of deleted
section 520.55 of the Zoning code to new section 1327 of the City code.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. There is still a need to regulate parking of trucks in the City.
2. It was never intended that the ordinance language be repealed or left out. It was intended
that the language be moved to the traffic and motor vehicle section of the City code.
Alternative Recommendation:
Do nothing and leave the parking of truck-tractors, semi-trailers, truck-tractors/semi-trailer
combinations and trucks on private property in the City unregulated.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Council approval of proposal to insert ordinance language restricting the parking of truck-
tractors, semi-trailers, truck-tractors/semi-trailer combinations and trucks in the City. Because
this issue initially, and during the Zoning code revision, has already been dealt with by the
Planning Commission, there should be no reason for the Commission to revisit the issue.
Respec submitted,
James rosser
City Man ger
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AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER XIII
OF THE CITY CODE OF THE
CITY OF RICHFIELD
THE CITY OF RICHFIELD DOES ORDAIN:
Chapter XIII, Traffic, Motor Vehicles, and Other Vehicles, of the ordinance code
of the City of Richfield is hereby amended by adding Section 1327 entitled "Parking:
Truck tractors, semi-trailers, truck-tractor and semi-trailer combinations or trucks" as
follows:
Section 1327. Parking: Truck-tractors, semi-trailers, truck-tractor
and semi-trailer combinations or trucks
1327 01 Declaration of purpose. The standards established for truck-tractors, semi-
trailers, truck-tractor and semi-trailer combinations or trucks in this section are designed
to regulate their parking within all zoning districts in the City. With the deregulation of
the trucking industry and subsequent increase of independent truckers parking of
trucks throughout the city could become a nuisance and unsightly. It is the purpose of
this subsection to regulate truck-tractor, semi-trailer, truck-tractor and semi-trailer
combinations or truck parking to eliminate those conditions which are a nuisance
unsightly and cause the deterioration of property and property values.
1327 03 Definitions. Subdivision 1. For purposes of this section the terms defined in
this subdivision have the meaning given them.
Subd 2. The term "truck-tractor" means a motor vehicle designed and used
primarily for drawing other vehicles and not constructed to carry a load other
than a part of the weight of the vehicle and load drawn.
Subd 3 The term "semi-trailer' means a vehicle of the trailer type so designed
and used in conjunction with a truck-tractor that a considerable part of its load
rests upon and is carried by the truck-tractor and includes a trailer drawn by a
truck-tractor and semi-trailer combination.
Subd 4 The term "truck" means for this subdivision only, a motor vehicle which
is self-propelled and has a gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds or more used
for the transportation of property and does not include a recreational vehicle as
defined in the City Code, or a school bus as defined in Minnesota Statutes.
Section 169.01. Subd. 6.
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• 1327.05. Prohibited Uses. Subdivision 1. The uses set forth in this subsection shall
not be considered as permitted uses or accessory uses in commercial or industrial or
multi-family districts.
Subd. 2. The parking of any truck-tractor, semi-trailer, truck-tractor and semi-
trailer combination or truck is unlawful except:.
(a) where such parking is necessary in connection with construction activity
which is actually occurring on the property pursuant to a valid and current
building permit:
(b) for a period of up to twelve hours, or such longer time as permitted by the
Director of Public Safety, where such parking is for the purpose of
unloading or loading materials, supplies or inventory to be used in
connection with the business activity occurring on the property: but not for
the purpose of storage of such materials, supplies or inventory pending
sale:
(c) where such vehicles are actually being offered for sale or lease by the
business located on the property, but only if such sale or lease activity is
permitted by this code:
(d) where such parking is in connection with paper recycling or other similar
activity conducted by non-profit organizations: or
(e) a vehicle customarily used in connection with a business where the
40 vehicle is parked.
Subd. 3. Nothina in this subsection shall be deemed to permit the parking of
such vehicle at a location on the property which:
(a) is within any public right-of-way. or
(b) would obstruct the visibility of vehicle traffic or pedestrian movement, or
(c) would interfere with access by emergency vehicles or equipment, or
(d) is within 150 feet of any residentially zoned property. or
(e) is otherwise in violation with any ordinance, rule or regulation of the City.
Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 27th day of
February, 1997.
Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 35
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Purchase in excess of $25,000 for one Public Safety administrative car and two pick-ups for use
by the Utilities Divisions and Maintenance Services Department.
Background:
The City Council policy resolution on purchasing provides that when the purchase of
merchandise, materials, equipment or construction exceeds the amount of $25,000, authority to
purchase shall be submitted to the City Council for consideration.
Unit No. 9142, a 1991 Chevy Lumina currently being used as an administrative car in the Public
Safety Department; and Units No. 334 and 335, 1989 three-quarter ton pickup trucks currently
being used by the Water and Park Maintenance divisions respectively, are fully depreciated and
scheduled to be replaced in 1997. Purchase of these vehicles has been coordinated through the
Hennepin County Cooperative Purchasing Program.
The lowest responsible bidder for the type of vehicles required was Midway Ford of South St.
Paul. The 1997 Central Garage Motor Pool budget contains $16,500 to replace the sedan, and
$18,000 each for the two pickup trucks. Actual cost of the sedan is $15,079; the pickups totaled
$16,127 each.
• Recommended Motion:
Approve a purchase order in the sum of $47,333 for the purchase of one mid-size sedan and two
heavy-duty pickup trucks to Midway Ford.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The bids received through the State and County bid processes are typically the lowest price
for the equipment specified.
2. The Central Garage Motor Pool fund has budgeted $16,500 for replacement of the sedan, and
$36,000 for replacement of the heavy-duty pickup trucks.
3. Midway Ford submitted the low bid for the type of vehicle required.
Alternative Recommendation:
Council may choose to reject the bids and instruct staff to obtain bids from other sources;
however, staff does not believe better prices can be obtained from a responsible dealer.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Staff is requesting approval at the January 27, 1997 Council meeting in order to facilitate timely
delivery of these vehicles.
Res Ily submitted,
Jam. Prosser
City Manager
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Council Letter No. 34
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Purchase in excess of $25,000 of two mini-vans for use by the Public Safety Department.
Background:
The City Council policy resolution on purchasing provides that when the purchase of
merchandise, materials, equipment or construction exceeds the amount of $25,000,
authority to purchase shall be submitted to the City Council for consideration.
Two 1991 Ford vans (Units No. 9140 and 9141) currently being used by Public Safety are
fully depreciated and scheduled to be replaced in 1997. Purchase of the new mini-vans
has been coordinated with the State of Minnesota's bid process. Several dealers were
requested to submit bids following predetermined specifications. Erickson Chevrolet
Pontiac of Dawson, Minnesota submitted the low bid for the type of mini-van desired.
Base price for each vehicle is $21,675.02, plus a $160 delivery fee for each van.
Recommended Motion:
Approve a purchase order for two new Chevrolet Astro all-wheel drive mini-vans in the
sum of $43,350.04 plus $320 in delivery fees for a grand total of $43,670.04.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The bids received through the State and County bid processes are typically the lowest
price for the equipment specified.
2. The Central Garage Motor Pool fund has budgeted $60,000 for replacement of three
mini-vans. The third vehicle will be a jeep, and will be purchased from another dealer
through the Hennepin County purchasing process at a later date.
3. Erickson Chevrolet Pontiac submitted the low bid for the type of vehicle required.
Alternative Recommendation:
Council may choose to reject this bid and request staff to obtain bids from other sources in
an attempt to receive a lower purchase price. However, staff does not believe a better
price can be obtained from a responsible dealer.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Staff is requesting approval at the January 27, 1997 meeting in order to facilitate timely
delivery of these vehicles.
Respectf y submitted,
James Prosser
City Manager
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Council Letter No. 33
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Purchase in excess of $25,000 for two pickup trucks.
Background:
The City Council policy resolution on purchasing provides that when the purchase of
merchandise, materials, equipment or construction exceeds the amount of $25,000,
authority to purchase shall be submitted to the City Council for consideration.
Unit No. 309, a 1987 Chevy one-ton pickup truck, and Unit No. 325, a 1988 GMC three-
quarter-ton pickup truck, currently being used by the Wastewater and Water divisions
respectively, are fully depreciated and scheduled to be replaced in 1997. Purchase of
the replacement vehicles has been coordinated through the Hennepin County
Cooperative Purchasing Program.
The lowest responsible bidder for the type of vehicles required was Grossman
Chevrolet from Burnsville. The Central Garage Motor Pool budget contains $26,500 to
replace Unit No. 309, and $16,500 to replace Unit No. 325. The three-quarter-ton will
be replaced with a Chevy CK 2500 4X4 pickup at a total price of $21,657; and the one-
ton will be replaced with a Chevy C3500 heavy-duty chassis cab for a total purchase
price of $21,888. Several of the new 1997 motor pool vehicles have come in at below
estimated cost, so there are adequate funds in the budget to meet the difference on the
4X4.
• Recommended Motion:
Approve the purchase of one Chevy CK2500 and one Chevy C3500 from Grossman
Chevrolet for a total purchase price of $43,545.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The bids received through the County and State bid processes are typically the
lowest price for the equipment specified.
2. The Central Garage Motor Pool budget contains adequate funds for these
purchases.
3. Grossman Chevrolet submitted the low bid for the type of vehicle required.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. Council may choose to reject this bid and request staff to obtain bids from other
sources in an attempt to receive a lower purchase price. However, staff does not
believe a better price can be obtained from a responsible dealer.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Staff is requesting approval at the January 27, 1997 meeting in order to facilitate timely
delivery of these vehicles.
Respectf y submitted,
James rosser
City Man ger
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Council Letter No. 32
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Purchase of squad cars for use by Public Safety Department.
Background:
Four full size sedans (Units No. 9567, 9568, 9569 and 9570) being used by the Public
Safety Department are scheduled to be replaced in 1997. All four of the squad cars
currently in use were purchased in 1995 and all four will be fully depreciated in 1997.
The extent and nature of the use of the squad cars indicates a two year replacement
program. In addition, Public Safety has decided to purchase another marked squad
car. Purchase of new vehicles has been coordinated with the Hennepin County
Cooperative Purchasing Program.
The lowest responsible bid for the type of vehicle required was submitted by Superior
Ford, Inc. The proposed 1996 Central Garage Capital Outlay budget includes $80,500
for the purchase of four of the cars. Funds for the additional squad will be from the
Public Safety budget.
Actual cost per 1995 marked squad car was $16,520, and for 1996 the cost per squad
was $18,751. The per squad price for 1997 is $19,763, which includes $230 in deduct
options plus $78 in add-on options from a base price of $19,915. The total for 1997
Would be $98,815. Staff does not believe a better price can be obtained than through
the Hennepin County Cooperative Purchasing Program.
Recommended Motion:
Authorize the purchase of five Ford Crown Victoria full sized police sedans through the
Hennepin County Cooperative Purchasing Program from Superior Ford, Inc. for a total
purchase price of $98,815.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. Superior Ford, Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder for the type of car requested.
2. The City of Richfield is in need of replacing four fully depreciated squad cars.
3. The changeover to 12-hour patrol shifts has necessitated the purchase of one more
squad car.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. Council may choose to reject this bid and request staff to obtain bids from other
sources in an attempt to receive a lower purchase price. However, staff does not
believe a better price can be obtained from a responsible dealer.
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Discussion/Decision Mode:
Staff is requesting approval at the January 27, 1997 Council meeting in order to
facilitate delivery of the squad.cars.
Respectfully submitted,
Jame Prosser
City Manager
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Council Letter No. 31
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Landscape architect and building architect agreements for redevelopment of Sheridan
Park.
Back rg ound:
The City Council has determined that neighborhood park redevelopment will take place
at Sheridan Park, vicinity of 65th and Thomas Avenue, in 1997. Funding for the project
is from the Special Revenue Fund.
Interviews have been conducted with representatives of Strgar-Roscoe-Fausch, Inc.,
Brauer and Associates, Barton Ashman Thorbeck Architects, and Erickson Architects to
determine the best suited firms for the park.
Staff has negotiated an agreement with Barry Warner of Strgar-Roscoe-Fausch, Inc. for
landscape architecture and civil engineering. Strgar-Roscoe-Fausch, Inc. proposes to
provide services including project initiation, data collection, basemapping, site
development concepts, preparation of construction documents, bidding assistance and
construction observation for Sheridan Park site improvements with the consultant fee
not to exceed $26,300.
Staff has also negotiated with Duane Thorbeck of Thorbeck Architects for building
architecture. Thorbeck Architects proposes to provide design and construction
documents, bidding assistance and construction observation for Sheridan Park building,
with the consultant fee not to exceed $18,000. Should the neighborhood decide not to
have a building in the park, the architect will be released from his contract.
Both firms are familiar with the City's design process which involves intensive
neighborhood input. Two neighborhood meetings have been scheduled for the park
design process, and Public Safety will participate in the design process to insure safety
issues from the police perspective have been included in the park and building design.
Recommended Motion:
Approve the agreements with the consultants for the Sheridan Park redevelopment
project: Barry Warner, Strg a r- Roscoe- Fausch, as landscape architect in an amount not
to exceed $26,300; and Duane Thorbeck, Thorbeck Architects, as building architect in
an amount not to exceed $18,000.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. Sheridan Park is scheduled for redevelopment as part of the adopted 1997 Capital
Budget.
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2. Strgar-Roscoe-Fausch, Inc. is qualified in the field of park redevelopment and has
experience in leading park design programs of the type Richfield uses. Duane
Thorbeck is experienced in local government park building design and is
considered highly qualified by other Minnesota local governments.
3. The proposed agreements and fees are typical for this type of work and similar to
recent park redevelopment agreements.
4. There are sufficient funds available for the two agreements.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. Do not proceed with the Sheridan Park redevelopment project.
2. Direct staff to seek other consultants. However, there is limited time available with
neighborhood meetings scheduled and construction to begin in spring 1997.
3. Direct staff to renegotiate agreements with the recommended firm and
consultants.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
This item is scheduled for the January 27 Council meeting. Action is requested at this
time so park design meetings can be held with the neighborhood in February to allow
construction to begin with the spring thaw. The building is anticipated to be complete
by early September and a majority of the site work completed for seeding by late
August.
Respectfully submitted,
Jam . Prosser
City Manager
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Council Letter No. 30
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Award of contract for City Hall mechanical improvements.
Background:
Council authorized $220,000 for improvements to the City Hall mechanical system.
This funding included a consultant to coordinate minor improvements and to prepare for
and follow through with a contract for major improvements. The minor improvements
are currently underway.
Bids for mechanical improvements at City Hall were opened on Wednesday, January
15, 1997. Five contractors submitted bids which are summarized on the attached bid
minutes/tabulation. Alternates relate to coil replacement with M-1 for the main City Hall
unit, M-2 for the Council Chambers and M-3 for the Community Development office
area on the lower level of City Hall.
The lowest bid, including alternates, was submitted by Equipment Supply, Inc. The
total bid price, including base bid and three alternates, is within the engineer's estimate.
It is the recommendation of the consultant that a contract be awarded to this bidder.
Recommended Motion:
Accept the bid minutes/tabulation and award a contract for City Hall mechanical
improvements to Equipment Supply, Inc. in the amount of $157,491 including base bid
and three alternates.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. Equipment Supply, Inc. submitted the lowest bid and is deemed to be a reputable
contractor.
2. Funds are available for this project.
3. The project is needed and the work to be performed under the contract is expected
to cause the least possible disruption of activity at City Hall.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. Council could reject all bids; however, the price bid by Equipment Supply, Inc. is
below the engineer's estimate of costs and it is doubtful that better bid prices can be
attained by re-bidding the project.
2. Council could award a contract to another contractor but there does not appear to
be reasonable cause for awarding to a contractor other than the lowest responsible
bidder.
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Discussion/Decision Mode:
This item is scheduled for the January 27, 1997 Council meeting. Action is requested
at this time to avoid delay in ordering of materials and so the work may be performed
during the winter and early spring.
Respectfully submitted,
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City Manager
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
• Council Letter No. 29
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Approval of the continuation of the agreement with the City of Bloomington for the provision
of inspectional services for Richfield for the year 1997.
Background:
The City of Bloomington has provided inspectional and enforcement services in the areas of
plumbing, heating and air conditioning, food service, forestry and plan check for food
services for several years.
The proposed contract for 1997 is $108,400 compared to the 1996 contract amount of
$99,430. The increases are primarily in the areas of plumbing and food service inspections
by Bloomington staff. Richfield's use of plumbing inspectional services from Bloomington
increased by 34% over 1996 usage. This was also the case in the area of food service
inspections. While the food service inspection increase can be attributed to a number of
new food establishments being constructed, it is also due to many older restaurants
upgrading their facilities.
Recommended Motion:
It is recommended that the City Council approve the agreement with the City of
Bloomington for the provision of inspectional and enforcement services for the year 1997.
Basis of Recommendation:
The City of Bloomington has sufficient resources to provide a professional level of
inspectional services to Richfield residents. Annual evaluation of their services has shown
that they are providing effective services in a very cost-effective manner.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. The Council could decide to have Richfield provide its own plumbing, heating and air
conditioning, food inspection and forestry services. The cost of hiring the staff
necessary to provide the same level of services and administrative support would be
more than our current expenditures, and would require a budget increase.
2. The Council could decide to compensate the City of Bloomington at a lower rate which
would require designated reduction in services or programs.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
The renewal of the agreement between Richfield and the City of Bloomington for the
provision of inspectional services is being presented for Council approval.
Respectfu submitted,
Jame . Prosser
City Manager
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0 AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made this 27th day of January, 1997, by and between the City of
Richfield (hereinafter referred to as "Richfield") and the City of Bloomington (hereinafter
referred to as "Bloomington".)
WHEREAS, Richfield is authorized and empowered to provide for various types of
inspections and code enforcement to ensure the public health, welfare and safety; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the parties and the purpose of this agreement that
certain of such services be performed by Bloomington on behalf of Richfield;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions set
forth below, the above parties hereto agree as follows:
1. The term of this agreement shall be from January 1, 1997 through December
31, 1997, subject to termination as provided in paragraph 6.
2. For the term of this agreement, Bloomington shall provide Richfield with the
following services, in and on behalf of Richfield:
Is a. Plumbing inspections, plan review and code enforcement as necessary.
b. Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning inspections, plan review and
code enforcement for new residential structures and commercial/industrial
applications.
c. Food service inspections and code enforcement as necessary (a
minimum of two inspections will be done of all restaurants and at least
one inspection will be done of all grocery stores.)
d. Tree inspections and code enforcement as necessary.
e. Plan check for food services.
f. Public swimming pool inspections as necessary.
g. Lodging inspections as necessary.
3. Bloomington shall have control over the manner in which the inspections, plan
review and code enforcement activities are conducted and over the determination of
what enforcement action is appropriate and consistent with Richfield City Code Section
615 and other policies as established by the City of Richfield.
4. Bloomington shall assume the expense of performing the inspections and
code enforcement.
5. Richfield shall pay Bloomington the sum of $108,400.00 for services provided
pursuant to this agreement. One-half of this amount shall be due on June 30, 1997,
and the remainder shall be due on November 30, 1997.
0 6. This agreement shall terminate as follows:
a. Upon the expiration of 30 days after service of written notice upon the
other party; or,
b. At any time, upon agreement of the parties; or,
c. In any event on December 31, 1997.
7. In the event of a termination prior to December 31, 1997, a prorata reduction
of the compensation owed by Richfield to Bloomington shall occur which reflects the
period remaining on the agreement at the time of termination.
8. Bloomington agrees to defend, indemnify and to hold harmless Richfield, and
its officials, agents and employees from and against all claims, actions, damages,
losses and expenses arising out of or resulting from Bloomington's performance of the
duties required under this Agreement, provided that any such claim, action, damage,
loss or expense is attributable to bodily injury, sickness, disease, or death or to the
injury to or destruction of property including the loss of use resulting therefrom and is
caused in whole or in part by any negligent act or omission or willful misconduct of
Bloomington.
9. Bloomington shall carry liability insurance in the amount of at least $200,000
per individual and $600,000 per occurrence. Bloomington shall carry property damage
liability insurance in the amount of $100,000. Richfield shall be named as an additional
insured, and a certificate of said insurance shall be provided to Richfield. Bloomington
shall carry Worker's Compensation Insurance as required by Minnesota Statutes,
Section 176.181, Subd. 2 (1994) and further agrees to provide a certificate of said
insurance to Richfield.
10. Any employee assigned by Bloomington to perform its obligations hereunder
shall remain the exclusive employee of Bloomington for all purposes including, but not
limited to, wages, salary and employee benefits.
11. In addition to the services listed in Paragraph 2 above, Bloomington shall,
upon request, also provide for and on behalf of Richfield:
1. Electrical inspection and code enforcement services;
2. Inspection of replacement residential heating and air conditioning
equipment.
Such services shall be paid for by Richfield on an hourly basis at the rate of
$37.00 per hour, and said hourly rate shall be separate from, and in addition to, the
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. payment provided for by Paragraph 5 of this Agreement. All other provisions of this
Agreement shall remain applicable with respect to the electrical and heating, ventilation
and air conditioning inspection services being provided.
12. In addition to the services listed in Paragraph 2 above, Bloomington shall,
upon request, also provide building plan checking services for and on behalf of
Richfield. Such services shall be paid for by Richfield on an hourly basis at a rate of
$45.35 per hour, and said hourly rate shall be separate from, and in addition to, the
payment provided for by Paragraph 5 of this Agreement. All other provisions of this
Agreement shall remain applicable with respect to the building plan checking services
being provided.
13. It is agreed that nothing herein contained is intended or should be construed
in any manner as creating or establishing the relationship of co-partners between the
parties hereto or as constituting the persons employed by Bloomington as the agent,
representative or employee of Richfield for any purpose or in any manner whatsoever.
Bloomington is to be and shall remain an independent contractor with respect to all
services performed under this contract. Bloomington represents that it has, or will
secure at its own expense, all personnel required in performing services under this
contract. Any and all personnel of Bloomington or other persons, while engaged in the
performance of any work or services required by Bloomington under this contract, shall
have no contractual relationship with Richfield and shall not be considered employees
of Richfield, and any and all claims that may or might arise under the Workers'
Compensation Act of the State of Minnesota on behalf of said personnel or other
persons while so engaged, and any and all claims whatsoever on behalf of any such
person or personnel arising out of employment or alleged employment including,
without limitation, claims of discrimination against Bloomington, its officers, agents
contracts or employees shall in no way be the responsibility of Richfield; and
Bloomington shall defend, indemnify and hold Richfield; its officers, agents and
employees harmless from any and all such claims regardless of any determination of
any pertinent tribunal, agency, board, commission or court. Such personnel or other
persons shall not require nor be entitled to any compensation, rights or benefits of any
kind whatsoever from Richfield, including, without limitation, tenure rights, medical and
hospital care, sick and vacation leave, Workers' Compensations, Unemployment
Compensation, disability, severance pay and PERA.
14. The books, records documents, and accounting procedures of Bloomington
relevant to this Agreement, are subject to examination by Richfield, and either the
legislative or state auditor as appropriate, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section
1613.06, Subd. 4.
15. This Agreement represents the entire Agreement between Bloomington and
Richfield and supersedes and cancels any and all prior agreements or proposals,
written or oral, between the parties relating to the subject matter hereof, any
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amendments, addenda, alterations, or modifications to the terms and conditions of this
Agreement shall be in writing and signed by both parties.
16. Bloomington and Richfield agree to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act and not to discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or
access to, or treatment of employment in its services, programs, or activities. Upon
request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to
participate in all services, programs, and activities. Bloomington has designated
coordinators to facilitate compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
(ADA), as required by Section 35, 107 of the U.S. Department of Justice regulations,
and to coordinate compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as
mandated by Section 8.53 of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
regulations. For information contact Human Services Division, City of Bloomington,
2215 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, Minnesota \55431; telephone: 948-8700;
TDD: 948-8740. Richfield agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Bloomington from
costs, including but not limited to damages, attorney's fees and staff time, in any action
or proceeding brought alleging a violation of ADA by Richfield. Bloomington agrees to
hold harmless and indemnify Richfield from costs, including but not limited to damages,
attorney's fees and staff time, in any action or proceeding brought alleging a violation of
ADA by Bloomington.
17. Both parties agree to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws,
is rules and regulations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have set forth their hands on the day and
year first written above.
Upon proper execution, this
Agreement shall be a legal and
binding obligation upon the City of
Bloomington.
CITY OF BLOOMINGTON
BY:
Its Mayor
BY:
City Attorney
Its City Manager
CITY OF RICHFIELD
BY:
Its Mayor
BY:
Its City Manager
CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA z46
Council Letter No. 28
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Authorization to purchase 6311 Portland Avenue to provide additional site area for a public
works facility.
Background:
Several weeks ago, the owner of the property at 6311 Portland Avenue contacted staff
regarding the City's interest in purchasing the owner-occupied dwelling by mid-February.
This is the stand-alone house north of the American Legion service club.
The structure is a duplex with a "mother-in-law" apartment (three living units) in the basement
on an 11,000 square foot lot. The "mother-in-law" apartment is vacant. The duplex units are
occupied. The owner lives in one unit and a tenant occupies the second unit. The owner's
appraiser valued the property at $137,500, but overlooked the basement apartment. The
City's appraiser valued the property at $160,000. However, in reviewing the appraisals, the
review appraiser set the value at $155,000.
The tenant occupant will receive relocation benefits of approximately $6,000. The
owner/seller will not receive benefits since this is a voluntary sale.
Recommended Motion:
Approve resolution authorizing purchase of 6311 Portland Avenue for $155,000 to provide
additional site area for a public works facility.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. It would be appropriate to eliminate this private use to facilitate expansion of a public
works use.
2. The owner/seller is moving and now would be an appropriate time to purchase.
3. Funds are available from the water fund.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. Defer purchase.
2. Reject purchase.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
The current owner/occupant will be moving in February.
Resp tf Ily submitted,
Jam . Prosser
City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO.
10 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING JUST COMPENSATION FOR PROPERTY ACQUISITION
AT 6311 PORTLAND AVENUE
WHEREAS, the City of Richfield, Minnesota desires to purchase certain real property
said real property being described as follows:
6311 Portland Avenue Unplatted 26-028-24 beginning at a point on the
west line of Section distant 771.435 feet from
the northwest corner thereof thence east at
right angles 178 feet thence south at right
angles 75 feet thence west at right angles to
west line of Section thence north to beginning
except road.
WHEREAS, said acquisition is contingent upon the voluntary sale of this property; and
WHEREAS, the City is authorized by Minnesota Statutes to acquire real property
within its jurisdiction; and
WHEREAS, the funds have been provided by the City and are available from the
water fund for acquisition of this parcel; and
WHEREAS, the City has caused an appraisal of the subject property to be made by
qualified independent professional real estate appraisers to determine fair market value.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Richfield,
Minnesota as'follows:
1. That the approved purchase price for 6311 Portland Avenue is $155,000.
2. That the City Manager and Mayor are authorized to execute a purchase agreement and
other appropriate agreements to effectuate the purchase for the amount set forth in this
resolution.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 27th day of January,
1997.
Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
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Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 27
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
City Council confirmation of City Manager's appointment of a Hearing Examiner.
Background:
The hearing officer procedure was established by the City Council in 1985 to hear and
decide requests for variances from the literal provisions of the Zoning Ordinance where
unique circumstances and undue hardship are present.
The ordinance provides for the appointment of Hearing Examiners by the City Manager
subject to confirmation by the City Council. Vern Luettinger retired after serving 11
years as a Hearing Examiner. Paul Wasko, a former Planning Commissioner, has
indicated a willingness to serve as a Hearing Examiner.
Recommended Motion:
Confirm the City Manager's appointment of Paul Wakso to a two year term as a Hearing
Examiner.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. Vern Luettinger retired as Hearing Examiner in December 1996 leaving one
vacant seat on the Committee of Hearing Examiners.
2. Mr. Wasko has experience, training and knowledge in land use issues and
warrants appointment.
3. Additional training will be provided to Mr. Wasko on the legal issues specific to
variances.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. Defer confirmation to a later Council meeting.
2. Deny confirmation of the appointment.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
This item has been placed on the consent calendar for January 27, 1997.
Respectfully submitted,
Ja JeD. Prosser
City Manager
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Council Letter No. 26
Agenda January 27, 1997
Issue Statement:
Presentation of recognition awards to Police Officers Pat Whelan, Jim Boyd, Dave Rygg, Robert
Brotzel and Bob Salter of the Public Safety Department.
Background:
In August, Officers Whelan and Boyd confronted a suspect armed with a knife. The man
threatened officers and was later found to be suicidal. The officers could have justifiably shot
the suspect but their restraint and judgment prevented the suspect from being injured or killed.
In October, Officer Rygg stopped a suspicious vehicle and encountered an uncooperative
intoxicated passenger that pulled an unidentified object from his pocket and threatened Officer
Rygg with it. Officer Rygg's restraint and judgment prevented the use of deadly force in this
situation.
In November, Officer Salter alertly stopped a vehicle with three occupants that had just been
involved in a shooting. While controlling the suspects and waiting for back-up, the victim of the
shooting approached and then collapsed on Officer Salter. Officer Salter's alertness and
composure under duress led to the successful arrest of the three suspects.
Robert Brotzel was selected by the Police Sergeants as being deserving of recognition for being
the top rated police officer for 1996. This was determined by the evaluation process.
Recommended Motion:
Present recognition certificates to Police Officers Pat Whelan, Jim Boyd, Dave Rygg, Robert
Brotzel and Bob Salter.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The presentation of these awards will serve to increase public awareness of quality
services by City employees.
2. The efforts of the employees are deserving of recognition.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. None.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
The Mayor and City Council and Deputy Director of Public Safety present certificates to the
Officers.
Respec Ily submitted,
James D. Prosser
City Manager
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