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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 1994
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6:30 P.M.
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM
CALL TO ORDER
I. DISCUSSION OF APPOINTMENT TO COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
ADJOURNMENT
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL.MEETING
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AGENDA
INTRODUCTORY PROCEEDINGS
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
• APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE (1) REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
JANUARY 24, 1994; (2) JOINT MEETING OF RICHFIELD CITY COUNCIL AND
RICHFIELD SCHOOL BOARD OF JANUARY 31, 1994; AND (3) CITY COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION OF FEBRUARY 7, 1994
PRESENTATIONS
1. OPPORTUNITY FOR PERSONS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON ITEMS NOT
LISTED ON THE AGENDA
2. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING FEBRUARY 22-25, 1994
STUDENTS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING WEEK
3. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION IN SUPPORT OF RICHFIELD DECA-FREE
ENTERPRISE WEEK FEBRUARY 20-26, 1994
4. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING 70TH STREET AND HARRIET
AVENUE, RICHFIELD DECA-FREE ENTERPRISE STREET, FEBRUARY 20-26,
1994
AGENDA APPROVAL
5. COUNCIL APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONSENT CALENDAR
,40 NOTE: 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.
6A. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CONTINUATION OF AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF
BLOOMINGTON FOR PROVISION OF PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES FOR CITY OF
RICHFIELD FOR 1994 C.L. 46
B. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF RICHFIELD COMMUNITY HUMAN SERVICES
PLANNING COUNCIL RECOMMENDED GOALS FOR 1994 C.L. 47
C. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PURCHASE IN EXCESS OF $5,000 FOR
INSTALLATION OF NEW COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM FOR SEVERAL CITY
FACILITIES FROM USWEST IN AMOUNT OF $7,861.96 AND NEW WIRE
INSTALLATION ON TIME AND MATERIAL BASIS FROM USWEST IN ADDITIONAL
ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF $500 C.L. 48
D..CONSIDERATION OF :APPROVAL OF PURCHASE IN EXCESS OF $5,000 FOR ONE
SINGLE-AXLE 33,000 GVW CAB, CHASSIS WITH DUMP BOX AND HYDRAULICS
FROM BOYER FORD TRUCKS, INC. IN AMOUNT OF $46,818 C.L. 49
E. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PAYMENT OF PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS
CITED BY MINNESOTA POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY RELATED TO ICE ARENA
ROOF IN AMOUNT OF $5,500 C.L. 50
F. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FOR LAWFUL GAMBLING
LICENSE AND FEE WAIVER FOR ST. RICHARD'S CHURCH, 7540 PENN AVENUE
C.L. 51
G. ESTIMATE #7 PAYMENT FOR WATER TREATMENT PLANT MODIFICATIONS; BOR-
SON CONSTRUCTION, INC.; $220,849.00
H. ESTIMATE #5 FOR PAYMENT FOR ELECTRICAL CONTRACT REGARDING WATER
PLANT MODIFICATIONS; PAGE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR; $32,300.00
I. FINAL PAYMENT FOR SHELTER CONSTRUCTION AT NICOLLET PARK CP889;
EBERT CONSTRUCTION; $6,817.21
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE INCREASING NUMBER OF
ON-SALE NON-INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSES ISSUED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 52
8. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR NEW 1994 ON-SALE
WINE AND NON-INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE FRENCHMAN'S,
1400 EAST 66TH STREET
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 53
9. PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF TRANSITORY ORDINANCE PROVIDING
FUNDING FOR CERTAIN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FROM THE SPECIAL REVENUE
FUND
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 54
10. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION RATIFYING ISSUANCE
OF $565,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES
1994A
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 55
11. PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING RICHFIELD
CITY CHARTER
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 56
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS & OTHER BUSINESS
• 12. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY GALLAGHER'S SERVICE INCORPORATED FOR
RETURN OF 'TRASH HAULING BID BOND (CONTINUED FROM JANUARY 10,
1994)
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 57
13. CONSIDERATION OF ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR UNLICENSED GROUP HOME
FOR FIVE MENTALLY DISABLED UNRELATED ADULTS
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 58
14. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL TO FILL TWO OF THREE VACANT POSITIONS
CREATED BY EARLY RETIREMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 59
15. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF 1994 LABOR CONTRACT FOR
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIREFIGHTERS LOCAL 1215
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 60
16. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF 1994 LABOR AGREEMENT WITH RICHFIELD
POLICE SUPERVISORY ASSOCIATION
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 61
• 17. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
COUNCIL LETTER NO. 62
AIRPORT BUSINESS
18. AIRPORT STATUS REPORT
77TH STREET PROJECT BUSINESS
19. 77TH STREET PROJECT STATUS REPORT
CORRESPONDENCE
20. LEGISLATIVE REPORT
COUNCIL CHOICE
21. COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEMS
22. CLAIMS AND PAYROLLS
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.
CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 62
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Consideration of appointment to the Community Services
Commission.
Background:
Several terms of City Board and Commission Members expired on
January 31, 1994. In addition, some Commissions had vacancies
resulting from resignations. At the January 24, 1994 City
Council meeting, the Council appointed persons to fill the
vacancies.
Due a resignation, there is a vacancy on the Community Services
Commission. This is a one year unexpired term that ends on
January 31, 1995.
Applicants interviewed by the Council in January will be
considered for appointment.
Recommended Motion:
Appoint a person to fill the vacancy on the Community Services
Commission.
i Basis of Recommendation:
1. This appointment completes the membership of the Community
Services Commission.
2. Applicants interviewed by the Council in January will be
considered.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. Defer an appointment to another Council meeting.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
This item is placed on the February 14, 1994 Council agenda for
Council consideration. The appointment will begin immediately.
Respectf lly submitted,
James . Prosser
City Manager
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Council Letter No. 61
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Approval of the•1994 Labor Agreement with Richfield Police
Supervisory Association.
Background:
City staff •has completed negotiations on a Labor Agreement for
the year 1994 with the Richfield Police Supervisory Association,
subject to Council approval. The bargaining unit is represented
by Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS), a statewide police
labor union.
The Richfield Police Supervisory Association represents the
positions of Police Captain, Lieutenant and Sergeant. There are
presently nine employees represented within this unit. The
changes which have been negotiated for the 1994 contract are as
follows:
? A pay adjustment of 2.5% effective January 1, 1994. This is
identical to other employee groups.
? A $30 increase in the City's contribution for dependent health
insurance, for a maximum of $315 per month.
? A $1 monthly increase in the City's contribution for single
dental insurance, for a maximum of $23 per month.
? A $20 per year increase in the clothing allowance to $470 per
employee per year.
? A provision which would increase the maximum Personal Leave
(hour bank) accrual from 160 hours to 176 hours. However,
there is no change in.the amount or rate at which Personal
Leave is earned.
Recommended Motion:
Adopt a resolution approving a labor agreement with the Richfield
Police Supervisory Association for the year 1994.
Basis for Recommendation:
1. Wage and benefits settlements are comparable to other City of
Richfield employee groups. The total cost of the settlement
for 1994 is 2.96%.
2. The union members have voted on the issues and have given
their approval to the settlement.
0 3. The settlement proposal appears to be an equitable resolution
of the contract for both parties.
1Alternative Recommendation:
Do not approve the labor agreement requiring further negotiations
and/or arbitration.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
In order to allow the City's accounting personnel to modify
payroll records and enact the new pay grades retroactive to
January 1, 1994 as quickly as possible, it is recommended that
the City Council act on February 14, 1994 to adopt the attached
resolution providing for the contract implementation effective
January 1, 1994.
Respectf ly submitted,
James Prosser
City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION APPROVING LABOR AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD
AND THE RICHFIELD POLICE SUPERVISORS BARGAINING UNIT LOCAL 162
FOR THE YEAR 1994
WHEREAS the City Manager and the Richfield Police
Supervisory Bargaining Unit Local 162 have reached a complete
understanding concerning rates of pay, hours and other conditions.
of employment for the year 1994; and
WHEREAS the personnel ordinance requires that contracts
between the City and the Exclusive Representative of employees in
an appropriate bargaining unit shall be implemented by Council
resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council does
hereby approve the labor agreement between the City of Richfield
and the Richfield Police Supervisory Bargaining Unit for the year
1994 and orders the provisions of the labor agreement to be
implemented upon signature of the labor agreement referenced
herein by representatives of both the Richfield Police
Supervisory Unit and the City of Richfield to be effective
• January 1, 1994.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota
this 14th day of February, 1994.
Martin J. Kirsch Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas P. Ferber City Clerk
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• Council Letter No. 60
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Approval of the 1994 labor contract for the International
Association of Firefighters Local 1215.
Background:
City staff has completed negotiations with the International
Association of Firefighters Local 1215 on a labor agreement for the
1994 calendar year subject to City Council approval.
The bargaining unit is represented by the International Association
of Firefighters to the statewide organization. Local 1215
represents the positions of Firefighters, Fire Lieutenants and Fire
Captains. There are presently 24 employees represented within this
unit.
The following issues were negotiated between the representatives of
Local 1215 and the City:
1. SALARIES
The parties agreed to a 1994 settlement which includes a
January 1, 1994 salary increase of 2.5% across the board.
2. EMPLOYER'S INSURANCE CONTRIBUTION
• The parties agreed that the maximum employer's contribution
for health insurance be increased by $30 to $315 per month per
employee, effective January 1, 1994. This is comparable to
other employee groups for 1994.
The parties also agreed
dental insurance be set
individual coverage for
employee groups within
3. CLOTHING ALLOWANCE
The parties `agreed that
clothing allowance from
that the employer's contribution for
at $23.00 per month per employee for
1994; this is identical to what other
the City receive.
the employer increase the annual
$345 to a maximum of $355 per year.
4. DISABILITY RESERVE
The parties.agreed to modify the disability reserve benefit.
This benefit continues to be limited to those employees who
achieve and maintain a maximum sick leave bank. The accrual
of disability reserve hours was decreased from 4.00 hours per
pay period to 3.69 hours per pay period. Employees who accrue
the 3.69 hours of disability reserve will receive an increase
from 0.61 hours to 0.92 hours per pay period to be put into a
cash bank. The entire cash bank will accrue for eligible
employees until the end of the year and then be paid to the
employee in a lump sum.
• 5. SALARY SCHEDULE PROGRESSION
The progression through the salary schedule was clarified and
modified. A lower entry step was added to the Fire Lieutenant
grade, and the two lowest Fire Captain steps were deleted.
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6. ACTING PAY
Language clarifying the acting pay percentage was added.
• 7. MATERNITY LEAVE
Language addressing maternity leave requests was added.
8. 'DISABILITY DISCHARGE
Both parties agreed to address this issue through the civil
service rules.
No other changes in the bargaining agreement were negotiated.
Overall, the package negotiated by the City and Local 1215 is
comparable to other settlements for City employee groups for 1994.
The attached resolution provides for Council ratification of the
agreement and the contract is signed by the Firefighters. -
Recommended Motion:
It is recommended that the City Council approve the labor agreement
with the International Association of Firefighters Local 1215 for
the 1994 calendar year.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The City and Local 1215 have negotiated a settlement for all of
the issues contained in the bargaining agreement.
2. The proposed agreement provides for economic benefits for the
• labor unit and clarifies existing language and practices.
4. The agreement appears to be a fair and equitable settlement
for both Local 1215 and the City. The cost of the overall
settlement is 2.97%.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. The City could elect not to approve the 1994 labor agreement,
resulting in additional bargaining and/or binding arbitration.
2. The City Council could defer ratification of the contract to a
future meeting. However, that would delay processing back pay
to individuals in the unit.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
In order to allow the City's accounting personnel to modify payroll
records in a timely manner and to proceed to process the year of
1994 to date for wages and benefit changes included in the contract
referenced herein, it is recommended that the City Council act on
February 14, 1994 to adopt the attached resolution providing for
contract changes and implementation effective January 1, 1994.
Respect ly submitted,
rosser
JameYager
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RESOLUTION NO. /"5-C;L
RESOLUTION APPROVING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF RICHFIELD AND THE INTERNATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF FIREFIGHTERS LOCAL 1215
BARGAINING UNIT FOR THE CALENDAR 1994
WHEREAS, the International Association of Firefighters Local
1215 have reached an understanding concerning hours and other
conditions of employment for the year 1994; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate.to proceed with the establishment
of a labor agreement with the International Association of
Firefighters Local 1215 who have negotiated in good faith; and
WHEREAS, the Personnel Ordinance requires that contracts
between the City and an exclusive representative of the
employee's in an appropriate bargaining unit shall be implemented
by Council resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the
City of Richfield does hereby approve the labor agreement between
the City of Richfield and the International Association of
Firefighters Local 1215 for the year 1994 under the provisions of
the labor agreement implemented effective January 1, 1994 upon
the completion of a signed agreement by both parties.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield,
Minnesota this 14th day of February, 1994.
•
Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk
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• CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 59
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Consideration of approval to fill two of three vacant positions
created by the early retirement incentive program.
Background:
Three Community Services employees are retiring under the State's
"early retirement incentive program." The State has indicated it
is necessary to have approval of the local authority to fill any
vacancy created through retirement as a result of this program.
The Community Services Workers retiring are full-time maintenance
staff, two for the Street Maintenance Division and one for the
Park Maintenance Division. By filling the park maintenance
position with an employee from the Street Maintenance Division
who has been placed on permanent light duty, there will be three
vacancies in the Street Maintenance Division. It is proposed
that two of the three positions be filled.
If the two Community Services Worker positions in the Street
Maintenance Division are not filled, the work to be done will
need to be extended for even longer periods of time. For
• example, tree trimming, once a 7 year program, has already been
extended to a 12 year program. Deterioration of the street
infrastructure is accelerating. The street patching program has
ever increasing demands as the City's infrastructure ages and the
funding for the sealcoating program, once a 7 year program, now
remains unfunded.
Recommended Motion:
Authorize the recruitment and hiring of two Community Services
Workers for the Street Maintenance Division.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. Three employees have elected to retire through the State's
"early retirement incentive program."
2. It is necessary to fill two of the three vacanct positions.
3. The local authority must approve filling of any vacancy
created through retirement as a result of the program.
Alternative Recommendation :
1. Do not authorize filling any vacancy. This action, however,
would have a profound effect on the City's ability to meet
the demands for the programs performed by the Street
Maintenance Division. With this action, it may be necessary
to also take action to eliminate or reduce, by over 20%,
street maintenance programs currently performed by the City.
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2. Do not authorize filling the vacancies. This would also have
a limiting effect by reducing the street maintenance work
force by almost 16%.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Action is requested at the February 14, 1994 Council meeting.
Respegtfglly submitted,
James P. Prosser
City tanager
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Council Letter No. 58
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Consideration of zoning classification for unlicensed group home
for five mentally disabled unrelated adults.
Background:
Tasks Unlimited provides an employment program for about 150
mentally disabled adults in Hennepin, Ramsey and Anoka Counties.
About half of those served by Tasks Unlimited also receive
housing support, through what is called "Fairweather Lodges".
This housing arrangement provides small group living in single
family dwellings. A lodge is purchased through federal and state
housing programs and residents pay rent based on their income.
The lodge is not a treatment or transitional housing facility.
Residents maintain the house and yard, and staff support is
provided a couple times per week. Residents usually share a
single vehicle or utilize mass transit. Tasks Unlimited
currently operates eight Fairweather Lodges in surrounding
communities.
Tasks Unlimited is proposing a Fairweather Lodge at 6733 Lyndale
Avenue. This single family home would house five unrelated
individuals. The zoning code allows only three or fewer
. unrelated persons to occupy a dwelling unit unless licensed as a
group care facility by the State. Tasks Unlimited is an
unlicensed program.
Recommended Motion:
Review the proposed use and determine if it should be classified
as a permitted, conditional, or prohibited use in a residential
district.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. There are no districts in Richfield which specifically permit
unlicensed group homes for more than three unrelated persons.
The proposed use is considered to be a "use not listed"
according to the City Code.
2. Section 505.11 of the City Code states that when a proposed
use is not listed, the Council should determine the
appropriate classification, or grant a conditional use permit
pursuant to Section 545 of the City Code.
3. Legal counsel has reviewed the proposed use and recommends
that it be classified as a conditional use.
4. A conditional use permit application would include a public
hearing and notification of the neighborhood, and could also
• set reasonable and appropriate conditions for approval of the
use.
• Alternative Recommendation:
The City Council may refer the matter to the Planning Commission.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Consideration of this item is scheduled on the February 14, 1994
City Council meeting. No publication or notification is
required.
Respectfully submitted,
Jam s D. Prosser
City Manager
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Attorneys at Law
. ROBERT A. ALSOP
,IMFONALD H. BATTY
TEPHEN J. BUBUL
OHN B. DEAN
MARY G. DOBBINS
STEFANIE N. GALEY
CORRINE A. HEINE
JAMES S. HOLMES
DAVID J. KENNEDY
JOHN R. LARSON
WELLINGTON H. LAW
CHARLES L. LEFEVERE
JOHN M. LEFEVRE, JR.
ROBERT J. LINDALL
February 10, 1994
Shawn B. Drill
Zoning Administrator
City of Richfield.
6700 Portland Avenue
Richfield, MN 55423-2599
HOLMES & GRAVEN
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470 Pillsbury Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota SS402
ROBERT C. LONG
(612) 337-9300 LAURA K. MOLLET
BARBARA L PORTV?OOD
Facsimile (612) 337.9310 JAMES M. STROMMEN
JAMES J. THOMSON, JR.
LARRY M. WERTHEIM
BONNIE L. WILKINS
WRITER'S DIRECT DIAL GARY P. WINTER
337-9217 DAVID L GRAVEN {1929-1991)
OF COUNSEL
BY FAX AND MAIL ROBERT C. CARLSON
ROBERT L DAVIDSON
T. JAY SALMEN
Re: Tasks Unlimited "Fairweather" Lodges
Dear Shawn :
• Tasks Unlimited wishes to purchase a home in one of Richfield's R Districts to house
five unrelated adults recovering from mental illness. The use in these districts is
generally restricted to detached single family dwellings. A single family as defined
in the Richfield City Code is restricted to either blood relatives or up to three
unrelated individuals. However, Richfield City Code § 515.05 subd. 8 provides that
group homes for six or fewer mentally retarded or physically handicapped persons
are allowed as an accessory use in R Districts so long as the homes are appropriately
licensed.
Tasks' lodges do not fall within this accessory use. The lodges are unlicensed group
homes established to help persons recovering from mental illness, not persons who
are mentally retarded. Indeed, there are no zoning districts in Richfield which
specifically permit unlicensed group homes that house more than three unrelated
adults. These homes are therefore considered a "use not listed" pursuant to §
505.11 of the City Code.
According to this provision, if a use is not specifically described in the Code, the
requirements for the use most similar to the proposed use apply. It further provides
that if the Director determines that a proposed use does not come within any existing
use classification, the director shall refer the matter to the council for an
appropriate classification or the granting of a conditional use permit.
In our opinion, this matter should be referred to the council so that it can make an
appropriate classification or, in the alternative, grant a conditional use permit. The
council may choose either alternative. However, we recommend that the council
consider granting a conditional use permit, which can include reasonable and
appropriate conditions for the proposed use. The conditions would provide a means
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February 10, 1994
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of addressing parking, noise, and other issues regarding the safety of the residents
and the impact of the proposed use on the adjacent properties.
Please call if you have any questions
Sincerely,
HOLMES & GRAVEN, CHARTERED
Corrine A . ' Heine
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Council Letter No. 57
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Request by Gallagher's Service Incorporated for return of bid
bond (continued from January 10, 1994).
Background:
A formal bid opening for trash hauling from all City-owned
facilities, excluding the liquor stores, for calendar year 1994,
was held November 15, 1993 with the following results:
Vendor
Gallagher's Service, Inc.
Quality Waste Control
Buckingham Disposal, Inc
Knutson Rubbish Service, Inc.
Waste Management
BFI
Estimated Annual Amount
$17,684.05
19,944.94
20,915.29
26,250.33
27,508.61
30,629.55
On November 30, 1993 Hennepin County adopted resolutions reducing
tipping fees from $95 to $60 per ton and imposing a 14.5% hauler
fee to be charged to nonresidential generators. On December 1,
1993 Rick Gallagher was quoted in the Minneapolis Star Tribune, a
copy of which is attached. On December 3, 1993 Gallagher's
Service, Inc., the low bidder, informed the City that they could
not honor their bid because of the new County regulations.
Quality Waste Control, the second low bidder, was contacted.
Quality Waste Control said they understood the County change in
regulations and that they would honor their bid.
Gallagher's Service, Inc. was notified on December 10, 1993 by
the City Attorney that the City Council would be asked to accept
the second low bid and that Gallagher's Service, Inc. would have
to forfeit their bid bond. A copy of the Attorney's
correspondence is attached. Gallagher's Service, Inc. had until
the City Council acted on December 13, 1993 to react to this
notification and did not do so. Consequently, the Council
accepted Quality Waste Control's bid on December 13, 1993 and
Gallagher's forfeited their bid bond.
On December 29, 1993 the City Manager received a letter from
Gallagher's Service, Inc. requesting an opportunity at the next
Council meeting to explain why they believe that the City should
return their bid bond. The item was scheduled for the January 10,
1994 Council meeting. Gallagher's Service, Inc. was not present
at the January 10 meeting and the item was continued to the
January 24, 1994 Council meeting. Gallagher's Service, Inc.
indicated to staff on January 19 that it would not be possible to
attend the January 24 Council meeting. The item is now scheduled
for February 14. Gallagher's Service, Inc. confirmed by
telephone on January 20 that the February 14 meeting would be
attended. A letter was sent to Gallagher's Service, Inc. on
January 21 as a reminder of the Council February 14 meeting.
Recommended Motion:
Retain the bid bond of Gallagher's Service, Inc. as the City does
on all formal bids when a vendor does not honor their bid.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. All bidders had knowledge of pending action by the County
which might affect their bid.
2. The second low bidder was able to successfully give a bid
which they could honor.
3. Mr. Gallagher did not attend to state his company's position
at either the December 13, 1993 meeting when the contract was
awarded or January 10, 1994 Council meeting which carried an
agenda item related to the request for return of the bid
security.
Alternative Recommendation:
Council could return the bid bond.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Either decision will not affect 1994 trash hauling.
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James $DProsser
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City Manager Mayor Council
James D. Prosser Martin Kirsch Don Priebe Michael Sandahl
Susan Rosenberg Russ Susag
January 21, 1994
.Mr. Richard Gallagher
Gallagher's Service Inc.
1691 91st Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN 55449-4306
Dear Mr. Gallagher:
Per our phone conversation of January 21, 1994, I have scheduled
you on the agenda for the February 14, 1994 Council meeting to
discuss the fate of your bid bond. The meeting will be held at
the Richfield City Hall, 6700 Portland Avenue South and will
begin at 7:00 p.m.
Sin rely,
Randy ughe , Operations Coordinator
Community Services Department
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Copy:,,-James Prosser; City Manager
Donald Fondrick, Community Services Director
The Urban Hometown
Telephone (612) 861-9700
Fax 861-9749
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December 14, 1993
BY AMSENGER
Mr. Ord Gallagher
Gallagher?a Berviae, Inc.
1891 91st Avenue NE
Wrmaspolis, MN 65949-4806
RE: Aef se Hauling Bid to City of Richfield
Deer Mr. Gallagher:
I represent the City, of. Richfield as legal counsel.. This letter is to response to your
letter of Demmber 9, fbM to Mr. Randy Hughes of the City of RIchPidd.
it is not yet completsly clear to the City of Riohfield whether you intend to honor the
bid discussed in your letter. By letter to you from lUmdy Hughes dated December
7, INS, he asked whether you intended to honor your bid. Irk your response you
stated ml tHd not indicate in our conversation of December 3, 1$931 would not honor
our bid of $17, 8". 05.01
The dty 19 not free to allow you to alter your bid to Include additional fees which YOU
'Ald not antEalpate. Therefore, In order for the city council to award the bid to you,
It must be on the basis that you honor your originW bid. If you do not wish to honor
your origirkal bid, the council may either award the contract to the next lowest
vgponsWa bidder or reject ail bids. If the council awards a bid-to the.next lowest
vaaponsible bidder, the city council will have to decide whether to retain or MUM
ymp bid security. I understand -that you do not agree that it is appropriate to
forfeit your bid security. That, however, is a decision which must be made by the
city council. As I iadic ted above, it is not get clear W Tether you intend to honor
your bid. in your letter, you attempt to give the city two choices. One is to refund
your bid bond, and the other is to honor your bid and, add a 14-1 / 2% waste
asgassmenf fee. However.. the city is not free to honor yaur bid and alter the bid to
add any additional fees . I interpret your letter to be .a statement that if the city
does,nat add the waste assessrmaut fee, you will not honor your bid.
If this is not c orrsat, and you intend to horror your bid, you tt ut notify Trendy
Hughes at Richfield city han prior to the time the council meats on. December 13,
iseS. if yeit do not advise W. Hughes that you will honor your bid as it was
anbmitted, the city staff will recommend that the contract be awarded to the second
law bidder. if the oontract is awarded to the zaccord low bidder, the city nag wM
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i DEC .1@ '93 12:42 HOLMES &':,GRAVEN
Mr. Richard Gallagher
December IA, 1993
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b ve to make a dwWou whether to retain your bid security. You may avoid the risk
of less of your bid security by notifying . Hughes that you wig, honor your bid
prior to the city 00=011 meeting, Any statement that you will only honor your bird
with the, addition of a 14-1/2% waste Assessment fee will be treated by the olty as a
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stataaient that you wilt not honor your bid as submitted.
Very truly yours,
Cbarles L. LaFevere
CLL: ckr
cc: Randy Hughes
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 56
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Public hearing and approval of second reading of an ordinance
amending the Richfield City Charter.
Background:
The Charter Commission has recommended an amendment to the City
Charter. The amendment would provide the following changes in the
City Charter:
? Section 4.01 Clarify that City elections are held in even
numbered years.
? Section 4.02 Replace the word "official" with the word "office"
for clarity.
? Section 4.04 Clarify that the filing period for municipal
office be that provided by State law because the
State now supersedes Charter provisions on this
issue.
? Section 4.04 Increase the filing fee from $5.00 to $25.00.
? Section 9.02 Add the word "possible" to clarify language of
this section.
Charter amendments may be adopted by the Council by an affirmative
vote of all its members after a public hearing upon two week's
published notice containing the text of the proposed amendment.
Recommended Motion:
Conduct the public hearing and approve second reading of this
ordinance.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The Charter Commission has recommended that the City Council
adopt the proposed amendments to the Charter.
2. First reading was conducted on January 10 and the public
hearing and second reading were scheduled for February 14,
1994.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. The Council may decide to request that the Charter amendment be
submitted to voters for approval.
2. Refer the matter back to the Charter Commission for further
consideration.
. 3. Do not adopt the ordinance. If the Council does not adopt the
ordinance, the Charter remains in its current form. The
Council's refusal to adopt the ordinance would not
automatically result in an election. However, the Charter
Commission could propose an amendment pursuant to Statute
410.12, subd. 1, which would require submission to the voters.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
The public hearing and second reading are scheduled for February
14, 1994.
Resp 71 ly submitted,
James D. Prosser
City Manager
JDP:cak
Copy: Richard Starleaf, Charter Commission President
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BILL NO. 1993-
AN ORDINANCE
RELATING TO CITY GOVERNMENT;
AMENDING THE RICHFIELD CITY CHARTER
THE CITY OF RICHFIELD DOES ORDAIN:
Section 1. Background : Findings : Authority.
1.01. The City of Richfield (City) is governed by a home rule charter adopted
November 3, 1964, pursuant to the Constitution of the state of Minnesota and
Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 410 (Act).
1.02. The Charter Commission of the City has proposed the adoption of an
amendment (Amendment) of the City Charter (Charter) and recommended to the City
Council that the Amendment be adopted by City Council ordinance in the manner
prescribed by Section 410.12, Subdivision 7 of the Act. The form of the amendment
is set out in Section 2.02.
1.03. A public hearing on the Amendment was duly held on ,
1993, by the City Council after two weeks' published notice containing the text of the
Amendment as required by the Act. The notice contained a brief description of the
nature and scope of the Amendment. All persons desiring to be heard with reference
to the Amendment were heard at the public hearing.
1.04. The council finds and determines that it is in the best interests of the
City and its inhabitants that the Amendment be adopted.
Sec. 2. Adoption: Effective Date.
2.01. The Amendment, as proposed by the' Commission, is adopted.
2.02. The text of the proposed amendment is as follows :
I . Chapter 4 of the Charter is amended in the following respects :
A. By amending Section 4.01 thereof to read as follows:
Section 4.01. The Regular Municipal Election. The regular
municipal election shall be held on the first Tuesday after the first
Monday in November of each even numbered year at such place or
places as the City Council may designate. The City Clerk shall give at
least two weeks previous notice of the time and place of holding such
election and of the officers to be elected by posting in at least one
public place in each voting precinct and by publication at least once in
the official newspaper, but failure to give such notice shall not
invalidate such election.
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B . By amending Section 4.02 thereof to read as follows :
Section 4.02. Primary Election. On the first Tuesday after the
second Monday in September preceding the regular municipal election
there shall be a primary election for the selection of two nominees for
each elected eMeial office at the regular municipal election unless no
more than two nominees file for each elective office. The City Clerk
shall give at least two weeks previous notice of the time and place of
holding such election and of the officers to be elected by posting in at
least one public place in each voting precinct and by publication at least
once in the official newspaper, but failure to give such notice shall not
invalidate such election.
C . By amending Section 4.04 thereof to read as follows :
Section 4.04. Nomination by Petition. All candidates for elective
office provided for by this charter shall be nominated by petition. The
name of any registered voter of the City shall be printed upon the ballot
as a candidate for an office whenever a petition signed by at least ten
registered voters has been filed with the City Clerk in a candidate's
muaieipe4
behalf net mepe t ht nep less +,.°,.... les befet2e the
within the time period
provided by state law for such filings. No registered voter shall sign
petitions for more candidates for any office than the number of persons
to be chosen for that office at the election. Should a signer do so, the
signer's signature shall be void as to the petition or petitions last filed.
Each petition presented shall be accompanied by a five twenty-five
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dollar ($5.00) ($25.00) filing fee.
Ii. Chapter 9 of the Charter is amended by amending Section 9.02 thereof to read
as follows :
Section 9.02. Proceedings in Acquiring Property. The necessity
for the taking of any property by the City shall be determined by the
Council and shall be declared by a resolution which shall describe such
property as nearly as may be possible and state the use to which it is
to be devoted. In acquiring property by exercising the power of
eminent domain, the City shall proceed according to the laws of this
state, except as otherwise provided in this Charter.
Sec. 2.03 This ordinance is effective ninety (90) days after its publication,
provided that if within sixty (60) days after publication a petition requesting a
referendum on this ordinance, signed by the number of registered voters of the City
required by the Act is filed with the City Clerk, this ordinance will not be effective
until approved by 51% of the voters voting on the question of its adoption at the
special election called by the Council for that purpose.
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Sec. 2.04. On the effective date of the Amendment the City Clerk is
authorized and directed to file copies of the Amendment with the Secretary of State
of the State of Minnesota, the Hennepin County Recorder, and in the City Clerk's
office, together with the certificate required by Section 410.11 of the Act.
ATTEST:
Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk
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Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 55
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Public hearing and consideration of resolution ratifying issuance
of $565,000 General Obligation Improvement Refunding Bonds,
Series 1994A.
Background:
On January 24, 1994, the City Council authorized resolutions
providing for the awarding of the sale of $565,000 General
Obligation Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 1994A and
$2,790,000 General Obligation Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series
1994B.
According to the federal tax code, the City Council must now hold
a public hearing for the Series 1994A refunding bond sale because
more than 10$ of the initial bond proceeds being refunded was for
a private purpose according to the federal tax code. The private
purpose project consisted of the purchase and installation of a
fire suppression system in the Academy of Holy Angels school
located at 6600 Nicollet Avenue. The total principle portion of
the proposed refunding bonds that pertain to this project will be
approximately $565,000.
The public hearing provides an opportunity for the public to
comment on the refunding.
Recommended Motion:
Conduct the required public hearing and adopt the attached
resolution ratifying issuance of $565,000 General Obligation
Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 1994A.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The City has awarded a refunding bond sale for $565,000
General Obligation Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series
1994A.
2. The City must now take action in accordance
tax code to conduct a public hearing on the
refunding bond sale because it involves "pr
bond proceedings.
3. Notice of public hearing has been published
federal tax code.
with the federal
Series 1994A
ivate purpose"
according to the
4. Once the public testimony has been taken, the bond sale must
be ratified by the City Council in order to proceed to the
is bond closing.
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Alternative Recommendation:
1. None. The public hearing is a requirement to maintain the
tax exempt status of the bonds. If the public hearing
conducted and resolution ratifying the issuance of the
Series 1994A refunding bonds are not adopted, the sale of
the bond could not be completed.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
The public hearing and action on this item are necessary at the
February 14, 1994 City Council meeting in order to comply with
the federal tax code in order to maintain the tax exempt status
of the bonds.
Respectfully submitted,
Ja
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Extract of, Minutes of Meeting
of the City Council of the City of
Richfield, Hennepin County, Minnesota
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting
of the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota, was duly
held in the City Hall in said City on Monday, February 14, 1994,
commencing at 7:00 p.m.
The following members were present:
and the following were absent:
The Mayor announced that the next order of business was the
holding of a public hearing on the issuance by the City of its
$565,000 General Obligation Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series
1994A. The Mayor opened the hearing and invited members of the
public to approach and be heard.
After all interested persons were provided an opportunity to
speak, the Mayor announced that the public hearing was closed.
• Member introduced the following
Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION RATIFYING ISSUANCE OF
$565,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT
REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 1994A
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Richfield, Minnesota (the "City"), as follows:
Section 1. Findings.
1.1. By Resolution No. 8079, adopted December 13, 1993, and
Resolution No. 8106, adopted January 24, 1994, the Council has
determined to issue $565,000 General Obligation Improvement
Refunding Bonds, Series 1994A (the "Bonds"), and has provided for
a public hearing to be held to consider public input with regard
to the issuance of the Bonds as required by the provisions of
Section 147(k) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
1.2. The Council has this date conducted a public hearing
on such topic after due publication of notice thereof in the
• official newspaper of the City and in a newspaper of general
circulation in the City.
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Section 2. Determination.
2.1. After considering the input, if any, received at the
public hearing, the City hereby approves and ratifies its
determination to issue the Bonds.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was
duly seconded by Member , and upon vote being
taken, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
and the following were absent:
whereupon, said Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) SS.
• )
CITY OF RICHFIELD )
I, the undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting
Clerk of the City of Richfield, Hennepin County, Minnesota, do
hereby certify that I have carefully compared the attached and
foregoing extract of minutes of a regular meeting of the City
Council of the City held on February 14, 1994 with the original
minutes on file in my office and the extract is a full, true and
correct copy of the minutes insofar as they relate to the
issuance and sale of $565,000 General Obligation Improvement
Refunding Bonds, Series 1994A of the City.
WITNESS My hand officially as such Clerk and the corporate
seal of the City this day of , 1994.
City Clerk
Richfield, Minnesota
(SEAL)
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. CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 54
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Public hearing and second reading of transitory ordinance
providing funding for certain capital improvements from the
Special Revenue Fund.
Background:
At the December 13, 1993 City Council meeting, the City Council
authorized $900,000 of Special Revenue Funds for redevelopment of
Madison Park ($500,000), Washington Park ($340,000), and
Donaldson Park playfeatures ($60,000) in 1994. In addition, the
1994 Capital Improvement Budget provided for expenditure for all
types of funds contained in the budget document including county
funds, municipal state aid, user fees, federal grants, state
grants and special revenue.
While the total 1994 CIB includes total budgeted expenditures of
$17,693,270, the portion of the CIB concerning proposed funding
from the Special Revenue Fund is $900,000. The allocation of the
$900,000 is outlined below:
• Park Improvement - Madison Park $500,000
Park Improvement - Washington Park 340,000
Playfeature Improvement - Donaldson Park 60,000
Total $900,000
A transitory ordinance is necessary to finalize these
appropriations pursuant to City Charter. Charter Section 7.12,
Subdivision 2 allows expenditures for.capital improvements from
the Special Revenue Fund only by ordinance.
First reading of the ordinance was approved on January 10, 1994
and a notice of public hearing was published on January 26, 1994.
Recommended Motion:
Conduct a public hearing and second reading of the attached
transitory ordinance providing for the expenditure of funds from
the Special Revenue Fund for certain capital improvements.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. On December 13, 1993, the City Council approved the 1994
Capital Improvement Budget, which includes an expenditure of
$900,000 of Special Revenue Funds for the redevelopment of
Madison Park, Washington Park and Donaldson Park
playfeatures.
2. On January 10, 1994, first reading of the transitory
ordinance was approved.
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3. Under Section 3.09 of the City Charter, a transitory
ordinance becomes effective 30 days after publication of the
second hearing notice. The ordinance requirements must be
completed early enough in 1994 so that the capital projects
can be initiated on a timely basis, completed and the funds
expended.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. The City Council could continue the public hearing and
second reading of the transitory ordinance to a future City
Council meeting.
2. The City Council could decide to authorize none or only a
portion of the expenditures identified from special revenues
in the Capital Improvement Budget.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
In order to proceed with improvements approved on a timely basis,
second reading approval of this transitory ordinance would be
desirable on February 14, 1994.
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BILL NO.
TRANSITORY ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF MONEY FROM
THE SPECIAL REVENUE FUND FOR
CERTAIN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
CITY OF RICHFIELD DOES ORDAIN:
. Section 1: It is found and determined to be necessary and
expedient for the City to expend money from the Special Revenue
Fund for the making of capital improvements listed in Section 2
hereof, for which the City would be authorized to issue general
obligation bonds.
Section 2: The capital improvements and amounts of
expenditures for such improvements which are authorized to.be
paid from the Special Revenue Fund under Section 7.12,
Subdivision 2 of the City Charter, are as follows:
Park Improvement - Madison Park $500,000
• Park Improvement - Washington Park 340,000
Playfeature Improvement - Donaldson Park 60,000
Total 900,000
Section 3: The expenditures herein authorized shall be
made pursuant to such contracts as are authorized from time to
time by Council action.
Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield this
14th day of February, 1994.
Martin J. Kirsh Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas P. Ferber City Clerk
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Council Letter No. 53
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Consideration of a request for a new 1994 on-sale wine and non-
intoxicating malt liquor license for The Frenchman's, 1400 East
66th Street.
Background:
On December 20, 1993, the City received the new application and
other required documents for the wine and non-intoxicating malt
liquor licenses for The Frenchman's. The applicant has paid the
required license fees.
The Public Safety background investigation has been completed and
reveals the following:
? Mary Christine Blake has made application for an on-sale wine
and non-intoxicating malt liquor license under the name, The
Frenchman's. The corporate structure shows that Mary Blake is
serving as President, and Dean Blake is serving as Vice-
President, Secretary and Treasurer. Mary Blake will be serving
as the General Manager of the restaurant. Dean and Mary Blake
are the contract for deed owners of the restaurant. None of
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these individuals has any known criminal record.
? The criminal history record checks indicate that Dean and Mary
Blake have no outstanding warrants.
? There is a contract for deed between the applicant and the
previous owner, William Snyder.
? The applicant has supplied proof of liquor liability insurance
coverage. This coverage indicates that Transcontinental
Insurance Company is also affording the required liquor
liability insurance coverage. Proof of workers' compensation
insurance has also been supplied by Berkley Administrators.
From November 1992 through October 1993, there were five Public
Safety contacts with The Frenchman's. Two were domestic, one
suspicious person, one theft and one public assist.
There were no environmental health complaints received during
this time period.
On-sale wine and non-intoxicating malt liquor licenses require
owners of these establishments to comply with Resolution No.
7380, which outlines discipline they can expect if any ongoing
problems occur. A copy of this resolution has been given to the
is owner of the establishment and is also attached to this letter.
Recommended Motion:
Approve the issuance of a new 1994 wine and non-intoxicating malt
liquor license for The. Frenchman's with the stipulation that the
requirements are met in Resolution No. 7380.
Basis for Recommendation:
1. The applicant has complied with all of the provisions of both
City Codes and State Statutes pertaining to an on-sale wine
and non-intoxicating malt liquor licenses.
2. Based upon the information supplied by the applicant and the
investigation conducted, there appears to be no reason to
deny the license requested.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. The Council could decide to deny the request for an on-sale
wine and non-intoxicating malt liquor license. This would
mean that the restaurant would be unable to serve any
intoxicating liquor.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
The public hearing to consider the request for the issuance of a
new on-sale wine and non-intoxicating malt liquor license for The
Frenchman's has been scheduled for February 14, 1994 and is being
presented to Council at this time.
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CITY OF RICHFIELD
RESOLUTION NO. 7380
RESOLUTION SPECIFYING CERTAIN IMPROPER
CONDUCT OF ON-SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR
LICENSEES AND STATING RECOMMENDED
DISCIPLINE THEREFOR
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Richfield
as follows:
I. BACKGROUND STATFMF.NT
The City of Richfield annually issues a number of licenses
permitting the on-sale sale of intoxicating liquor within the
City. The conduct of the licensed activity is governed by the
provisions of Section 1200 of the City Code. Although, the
provisions of that Section describe in a general way what is
expected of licensees in the proper conduct of the licensed
activity, the City Council is concerned that licensees should
have a more specific understanding of the types of conduct,
generally described in the Code, which may subject their licenses
to discipline; and further that they have a clear understanding
of the scope and nature of the discipline which may be imposed
for certain specific conduct. The levels of discipline described
in this resolution will be imposed only in accordance with the
applicable provisions of law. The list of activities and conduct
contained in this resolution is not intended to be exhaustive,
but rather concentrates on the types of conduct most frequently
observed at licensed establishments. Other activity or conduct
which is detrimental to the public safety, health, morals and
welfare and which constitutes a violation of the provisions of
Section 1200 of the City Code may also subject liquor licenses to
discipline. The actions which the City may take in accordance
with this resolution are not intended to preclude such further
actions such as, actions in law or in equity or criminal
prosecution available to the City for the conduct described in
this resolution.
II. SPRCTFTC PRnHTRTTFD nNDL1CT AND PRnPQgPD SANCTTnN4
A. Noise and nthPr Di eturhi ng Conduct Within or NeAr the
Licpnged PrAm
Licensees are responsible for the conduct of their patrons while
within the licensed establishment; and of individuals within the
immediate vicinity of the establishment who are either coming to
or leaving-the-establishment. The City is unwilling to permit
the continued operation of a licensed liquor establishment in
circumstances where it is evident that the licensed activity is
having a detrimental impact upon the health, welfare, safety and
morals of the community and patrons of the establishment. The
following discipline may be imposed upon on-sale intoxicating
liquor licenses for verified reports of criminal misconduct
occurring on or near the licensed premises and attributable to
patrons of the establishment (including persons entering or
leaving):
a) For five (5) such incidents occurring within less than a
31-day period (beginning with the date of the first of
such five incidents) suspension of the license for
welfare and which constitutes a violation of the provisions of
Section 1200 of the City
discipline. The actions
with this resolution are
actions such aS actions
prosecution available to
this resolution.
Code may also subject liquor licenses to
which the City may take in accordance
not intended to preclude such further
in law or in equity or criminal
the City for the conduct described in
II SPFCTFTC PRnH'RTTF.D CONDUCT AND PRnPnSFn SANCTTnNS_
A. NnisP and nthPr Di st>>rhi na rnnflurt- Within nr NPar .t hP
TA nPnaPd PrPmi QP.
Licensees are responsible for the conduct of their patrons while
within the licensed establishment; and of individuals within the
immediate vicinity of the establishment who are either coming to
or leaving the establishment. The City is unwilling to permit
the continued operation of a licensed liquor establishment in
circumstances where it is evident that the licensed activity is
having a detrimental impact upon the health, welfare, safety and
morals-of the community and patrons of the establishment. The
following discipline may be imposed upon on-sale intoxicating
liquor licenses for verified reports of criminal misconduct
occurring on or near the licensed premises and attributable to
patrons of the establishment (including persons entering or
leaving):
a) For five (5) such incidents occurring within less than a
31-day period (beginning with the date of the first of
such five incidents) - suspension of the license for
up to 10 days and a civil fine of $2,000 for each
incident.
b) For ten (10) such incidents occurring within less than a
61-day period (beginning with the date of the first of
such incidents) - suspension of the license.for up to 30
days and a civil fine of $2,000 for each incident.
c) For fifteen (15) such incidents occurring within any 91-
day period (beginning with the date of the first of such
incidents) - suspension of the license for up to 60 days
and a civil fine of $2,000 for each incident.
The discipline outline above is intended to be cumulative in
nature, and incidents which give rise to discipline (or the right
-to discipline) during a shorter period may be counted in
determining whether discipline is appropriate during a longer
period.
The term "verified reports of criminal misconduct" means a
report made to the director of public safety by the licensee or
a complaint made by others concerning an incident constituting a
crime under the City Code or the laws of the State of Minnesota,
which, in the opinion of the director, is directly attributable
to the licensed activity.
Verified reports of criminal misconduct do not of necessity
mean requests for service, and licensees shall not be required to
is make requests for service in situations where the licensee is
capable of resolving the incident without police assistance.
However, it is necessary for the City to have an accurate measure
of the level of criminal misconduct. The department of public
safety shall establish standards and criteria for the making of
such reports by the licensee. If the licensee-fails to make the
required reports of criminal misconduct in accordance with such
standards and criteria, the following additional discipline may
be imposed upon its on-sale intoxicating liquor license:
a) For the first incident of failure to report criminal
misconduct within any license year - suspension of
license for up to five days and a civil fine of $2,000.
b) For the second such incident in any license year -
suspension of license for up to 10 days and a civil fine
of $2,000.
c) For the third such incident in any license year -
suspension of license for up to 15 days and a civil fine
of $2,000.
B. SPrvinr; Alnnholin BPVPrag s Beyond the Tnt-Prinr of the
Li_n_Pngpd rPmi gPa or PPrmi tti n Pat ong to ,Pa yP Sunh T.i nPnGPC3
PrPmiaPa with Alnnhnlin BPVPraQPs Licensees must assure that
the service and consumption of alcoholic beverages will be
confined only to those areas permitted by the license. Failure
to do so may have an evident and adverse impact upon other
activities lawfully occurring within the area and creates a
substantial risk of criminal behavior such as violation of the
capable of resolving the incident without police assistance.
However, it is necessary for the City to have an accurate measure
of the level of criminal misconduct. The department of public
safety shall establish standards and criteria for the making of
such reports by the licensee. If the licensee fails to make the
required reports of criminal misconduct in accordance with such
standards and criteria, the following additional discipline may
be imposed upon its on-sale intoxicating liquor license:
a) For the first incident of failure to report criminal
misconduct within any license year - suspension of
license for up to five days and a civil fine of $2,000.
_b) For the second such incident in any license year -
suspension of license for up to 10 days and a civil fine
of $2,000.
c) For the third such incident in any license year -
suspension of license for up to 15 days and a civil fine
of $2,000.
B. SPrvina Alnnholir RP aggg RPyond the TntPrinr of the
PremigPg with Alnnhnlir RP PrarPs Licensees must assure that
the service and consumption of alcoholic.beverages will be
confined only to those areas permitted by the license. Failure
to do so may have an evident and adverse impact upon other
activities lawfully occurring within the area and creates a
substantial risk of criminal behavior such as violation of the
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Open Bottle Law. The following discipline may be imposed upon
on-sale intoxicating beverage licenses:
a) The first incident during the license year - up to a 10-
day suspension and $2,000 civil fine..
b) The second incident during the license year - up to a
30-day suspension and $2,000 civil fine.
c) The third incident during the license year - up to a 60-
day suspension and $2,000 civil fine.
d) The fourth incident during the license year - revocation
of license.
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C. Perm; tt-; nca (rcru anc-y f-n ExrPPCj th T ; m; 't-c,- PPrmi -F-F Unc3Pr tha
Licensees are absolutely bound to prevent situations in which
the licensed premises become overcrowded. The City finds that
the opportunity to serve alcoholic beverages contributes to an
environmental wherein overcrowding, if not strictly controlled by
the licensee, may occur. Each liquor license issued shall state
the maximum occupancy limit for the licensed premises. The
following discipline may be imposed upon on-sale intoxicating
liquor licenses for incident of overcrowding verified by the
City's public safety director:
a) The first incident during the license year - up to a 10-
day license suspension and $2,000 civil fine.
0 b) The second incident during the license year - up to a
30-day suspension and $2,000 civil fine.
c) The third incident during the license year - up to a 60-
day suspension and $2,000 civil fine.
d) The fourth or subsequent incident during the license
year - revocation of the license.
D. Fanilitati nrr Gamh1 i nrr
allow any condition to occur on
facilitate gambling activity.
device on the licensed premises
gambling. Such devices include
chance, roulette wheels and any
Licensees must not permit or
the licensed premises which would
Licensees may not permit any
which could be used for
blackjack tables, video games of
other amusement or gambling
device as defined in Minnesota Statutes, Chapters 349 and 609,
and Richfield City Code Subsections 1100.13 and 1100.01
For any incident of facilitation of gambling the on-sale
intoxicating liquor maybe suspended for up to a period of days
equal in number to the period of days that such incident
continued.
E. F.ffPnt of Sig-,ncPnsi nn nr Revocation of FQQd T i C`Pnse On-
sale intoxicating liquor licenses which are issued to
establishments because they qualify as restaurants shall cease to
be valid for any period of time during which the establishment's
food license is under suspension or revocation as the result of
actions taken by the city manager, enforcement officer, or both
pursuant to Subsection 615.05, subdivision 6 of the City Code.
30-day suspension and $2,000 civil fine.
c) The third incident during the license year - up to a 60-
day suspension and $2,000 civil fine.
d) The fourth or subsequent incident during the license
year revocation of the license.
D. Fani l i it-ati ncr Gamhl ; nrr? Licensees must not permit or
allow any condition to occur on the licensed premises which would
facilitate gambling activity. Licensees may not permit any
device on the licensed premises which could be used for
gambling. Such devices include blackjack tables, video games of
chance, roulette wheels and any other amusement or gambling
device as defined in Minnesota Statutes, Chapters 349 and 609,
and Richfield City Code Subsections 1100.13 and 1100:01
For any incident of facilitation of gambling the on-sale
intoxicating liquor may be suspended for up to a period of days
equal in number to the period of days that such incident
continued.
E... Effect of SnsnAnSinn nr Rpronatinn of Fonri Tir-Pnza On-
sale intoxicating liquor licenses which are issued to
establishments because they qualify as restaurants shall cease to
be valid for any period of time during which the establishment's
food license is under suspension or revocation as the result of
actions taken by the city manager, enforcement officer, or both
pursuant to Subsection 615.05, subdivision 6 of the City Code.
The on-sale sale of intoxicating liquor during such period shall
10 constitute an unlicensed sale.
The City Council retains the right to modify the provisions
of this resolution from time and to impose penalties in excess of
those contained herein when, in the judgment of the council it is
appropriate to do so.
Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield this
14th day of December 1987.
John N. Hamilton, Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas Ferber, City Clerk
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 52
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Public hearing and second reading of an ordinance increasing the
number of on-sale non-intoxicating malt liquor licenses the City
may issue to 12.
Background:
Staff has received inquiries from individuals who would like to
offer non-intoxicating malt liquor to their customers with their
meals. They have been informed that currently all licenses
allowed by ordinance have been issued. Mr. Ricky Kiang, owner of
Red Pepper Chinese Restaurant, 2902 West 66th Street, is the
first individual who has made a formal request to the City
Council to consider increasing the number of licenses.
The current ordinance was amended last in August 1987 with the
following language: "No more than nine on-sale licenses may be
issued."
The number of on-sale non-intoxicating malt liquor licenses is
not controlled by the State. Therefore, they have no objection
to the number being increased.
• At the January 3, 1994 City Council meeting, City Council Members
agreed to a proposed ordinance amendment that would increase the
number of licenses for on-sale non-intoxicating malt liquor to
twelve. Currently, City Ordinance 1210.07 states that no more
than nine on-sale licenses may be issued for non-intoxicating
malt liquor.
First reading was held on January 3 and.the public hearing and
second reading were scheduled for February 14.
Recommended Motion:
Conduct the public hearing and second reading of an ordinance
amending Subsection 1210.07, Types of Licenses, that would
increase the number of on-sale non-intoxicating malt liquor
licenses that could be issued to 12.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. This amendment would give the City the authority to issue
additional on-sale non-intoxicating malt liquor licenses.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. The Council could decide not to take any action. This would
mean that no further licenses could be issued for on-sale
non-intoxicating malt liquor.
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The public hearing and second reading are scheduled for February
14, 1994.
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James Prosser
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BILL NO.
AMENDMENT TO SECTION 1210
OF THE ORDINANCE CODE OF THE
CITY OF RICHFIELD
THE CITY OF RICHFIELD DOES ORDAIN:
Section 1210 of the ordinance code of the City of Richfield
entitled "Nonintoxicating Liquor: Beer" is hereby amended by
adding the following:
1210.07. Types of licenses. Subdivision 1. On-Sale
licenses. On-sale licenses may be granted only to restaurants,
hotels, clubs and establishments having food licenses, provided
that no nonintoxicating malt liquor manufacturer or wholesaler
has any interest in such business. Such licenses are for retail
sales of nonintoxicating malt liquor only. No more than nine
twelve on-sale licenses may be issued. (Amended, Bill No. 1987-
23)
Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield,
Minnesota this 14th day of February, 1994.
Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Council Letter No. 51
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Consideration of application for lawful gambling license for St.
Richard's Church, 7540 Penn Avenue.
Background:
On January ?24, 1994, St. Richard's Church submitted an
application for renewal of their lawful gambling license. The
application requests renewal for their bingo, pulltab and raffle
operations.
The applicant is proposing to conduct bingo on Wednesdays and
Fridays from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and at their annual festival which
will be held in the fall of 1994. The pulltabs would be
conducted in conjunction with the bingo operation.
The Public Safety Department has conducted the required
background investigation and has determined that the applicant
has complied with all requirements. In addition, the gambling
manager, Mary M. Stein, has no known criminal record.
Finally, the applicant is requesting that the $100 investigation
• fee be waived.
Richfield City Code 1100.13 requires the Public Safety Department
to review the request for the gambling license and make its
review and recommendation to the City Council.
Recommended Motion:
Staff recommends that the Council pass a resolution approving the
gambling activity requested by the applicant in accordance with
Richfield City Code 1100.13, subd. 6.
Staff further recommends that the Council waive the investigation
fee.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The applicant has complied with the State Statutes and City
Code pertaining to lawful gambling.
2. The applicant has submitted the request within 60 days of the
renewal of the license.
3. The applicant has demonstrated that the gambling activity
requested is a benefit to the community.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. The Council could pass a resolution specifically disapproving
• the renewal request, however, staff has determined that there
is no basis for this alternative.
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. 2. The Council could decide to not waive the investigative fee.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
A request to approve the renewal of St. Richard's lawful gambling
application and a request for waiver of the investigative fee is
submitted for City Council consideration at this time.
Respe_tf)#lly submitted,
Jame Prosser
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A RESOLUTION GRANTING APPROVAL FOR
THE CHURCH OF ST. RICHARDS TO CONDUCT LAWFUL GAMBLING
WHEREAS, the Church of St. Richards has submitted an.
application for renewal of their lawful gambling license; and
WHEREAS, the application request renewal for their bingo,
pulltab and raffle operations; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota State Statute Section 349.213 provides
authority for review of applications by local authorities; and
WHEREAS, Section 1100.13 of the Richfield City Code provides
for regulation of lawful gambling; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Safety has completed an
investigation of the application and finds the application to be
in order.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council,
City of Richfield, Minnesota, as follows:
1. That a lawful gambling license be granted to the Church
of St. Richards, 7540 Penn Avenue.
2. That the investigation fee be waived.
Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield,
Minnesota this 14th day of February, 1994.
Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk
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Council Letter No. 50
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Payment of penalty for violations cited by the Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency related to the Ice Arena roof.
Background:
An.Administrative Penalty Order was received by the City of
Richfield on January 25, 1994. The order is related to repair
and replacement of the Ice Arena roof. "On October 22, 1993, the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) staff observed and
documented that the city of Richfield did not conduct a thorough
inspection for the presence of asbestos prior to the renovation
of 636 E. 66th Street, Richfield, Minnesota (Facility)." As a
Category A penalty, the $5,500 penalty is due on the 31st day
after receipt of the order.
Recommended Motion:
Authorize payment of $5,500 to the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency to satisfy the nonforgivable penalty levied for air
quality violations related to the Ice Arena roof repair and
replacement.
Basis of Recommendation:
• 1. Richfield has been cited for violation of Minnesota Rules
and/or Statutes.
2. OSM will reimburse the City for these expenses.
Alternative Recommendation:
None.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
This item is on the February 14, 1994 Council agenda. Action is
requested at this time to meet the deadline imposed for payment.
Respectfu submitted,
James D Prosser
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Council Letter No.49
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Purchase of one dump truck to replace a fully depreciated vehicle.
Background:
Unit #272,?a fully depreciated 1983 Ford dump truck, is scheduled
to be replaced in 1994. This truck was fully depreciated in 1993
and is the last gasoline dump truck. The replacement truck will be
a diesel to reduce operating costs. In an effort to reduce plowing
costs, staff is going to set this particular truck up with a wing
so it will be ordered with a heavier front suspension and larger
engine than the other single-axle dumps. Purchase of new trucks
has been coordinated with Hennepin County's bid process. Several
dealers were requested to submit bids following predetermined
specifications. The bid prices do not include sales tax which is
paid at the time of registration.
A total of $64,000 is budgeted for the unit. The vendors selling
the basic unit of chassis, dump box and hydraulics do not sell
plows and other related equipment which will, therefore, have to be
purchased separately. In the event the plow, underbody, sander or
other equipment to be associated with the unit are in excess of
$5,000, purchase of said equipment will need to be authorized,
prior to purchase, by Council.
Recommended Motion:
Authorize the purchase of one single-axle 33,000 GVW cab, chassis
with dump box and hydraulics from Boyer Ford Trucks, Inc. for
$46,818.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The bids received through the Hennepin County bid process are
typically the lowest price for the equipment specified.
2. Adequate funding has been budgeted for these purchases in the
approved 1994 Central Garage budget.
Alternative Recommendation:
Council may choose to reject the bids received through Hennepin
County and instruct staff to obtain new prices for this equipment.
However, staff does not believe we can obtain better prices by
bidding this equipment ourselves.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Orders for this equipment must be placed with the vendor by this
week. Staff is requesting approval at this time in order to
facilitate timely delivery of these vehicles, and to meet Hennepin
County's deadline.
. Resp c u ly submitted,
James Prosser
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Council Letter No.48
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Purchase in excess of $5,000 for installation of a USWest
Communications System in several City facilities.
Background:
The City Council policy resolution on purchasing provides that
when the purchase of merchandise, materials, equipment or
construction exceeds the amount of $5,000, authority to purchase
shall be submitted to the City Council for consideration.
The telephone systems at many City facilities include traditional
lighted-key telephones that are now obsolete. USWest will no
longer provide a maintenance contract on these telephones. As
these telephones break down, City staff needs to make the repairs
with junk parts from old telephones.
Until recently, the cost to replace these telephones was
prohibitive. Technology recently offered by USWest will allow
replacement of these telephones and the old mechanical switch
equipment that runs them at a reasonable cost. This equipment
can be purchased through the State of Minnesota contract prices.
0 The breakdown for costs would be the following:
Community Development/Community Services $3,002.25
Wood Lake 461.43
Central Garage 787.37
Golf Course 2,036.17
Ice Arena 1,574.74
TOTAL $7,861.96
The State of Minnesota has competitively bid this equipment.
Recommended Motion:
Approve a 1994 purchase order to USWest in the amount of
$7,861.96 for a new communications system, and an additional $500
(estimate) for new wire installation on a time and material
basis.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The telephone units that need replacement are 12 to 20 years
old.
2. Parts for the telephones are very difficult to find even if
it is possible to find someone to work on them.
3. USWest will not repair the telephones and will not offer a
• maintenance contract.
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4. USWest is offering an excellent price for this upgrading
which is compatible with the rest of the City's single line
telephones.
Alternative Recommendation:
Council may choose to leave the current telephone system as is
until the system breaks down.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Staff requests approval at the February 14, 1994 Council meeting.
Respe f y submitted,
Jame Prosser
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Council Letter No. 47
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Request for approval of the Richfield Community Human Services
Planning Council recommended goals for 1994.
Background:
In December of 1993, the Richfield Community Human Services
Planning Council (RCHSPC) met and discussed goal setting for
1994. The recommended goals for 1994 are based on the Richfield
human service priority needs approved by the City Council, and
the 1994-95 South Hennepin Regional Planning Agency (SHeRPA)
priorities.
1994 Primary Goals
To plan for the use and the development of human services
through:
? public education by sharing information;
? organizational cooperation by monitoring youth and family
projects;
? human services professional position by forming a task
force to develop exploratory meetings with Richfield
churches;
? needs assessment by establishing 1994 RCHSPC goals; and
? on-going goals and future goals by cooperating with other
groups.
A detailed description of these goals is attached.
Recommended Motion:
Approve the 1994 recommended RCHSPC goals.
Basis of Recommendation:
1. The goals directly relate to the RCHSPC mission statement "to
plan for the use and development of human services."
2. The goals represent continuing efforts of the RCHSPC and
SHeRPA to work together for the good of Richfield by
identifying realistic priorities and pertinent issues.
Alternative Recommendation:
Provide alternative recommended goals for the RCHSPC to direct
their efforts throughout 1994.
Discussion/Decision Mode:
Action by the Council would facilitate RCHSPC scheduled
activities.
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Copy: Camillo DeSantis, RCHSPC Chair
Res lly submitted,
Jame Prosser
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City of Richfield
Richfield Community Human Services Planning Council
Recommended 1994 RCHSPC Goals to the Richfield City Council
The following goals were approved by the Richfield Community Human Service Planning
Council for recommendation to the Richfield City Council for 1994:
1993 Recommend Human Service Priority Needs to be Continued in 1994:
Continue to pursue the following Human Service Priority needs which were identified in 1993
with continued exploration in 1994:
1. Family and Youth
2. Health
3. Diversity and Community Building
4. Aging
5. Violence and Abuse
• 1994-95 South Hennepin Planning Agency (SHeRPA) for Human Services Priorities
Continue to support and collaborate with SHeRPA in the following regional priorities.
1. Family and Youth
2. Coordination and Access to Services
3. Transportation
1994 Primary Goals Identified by the RCHSPC
The following goals for 1994 are grouped according to the RCHSPC Mission Statement in an
attempt to relate 1994 goals to the main elements of the Mission Statement.
Mission Statement:
"To plan for the use and the development of human services through public education,
organizational cooperation, and needs assessment in a manner that supports and respects
families and individuals and builds a sense of community".
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"To plan for the use and the development of human services through":
Public Education
- Convene a series of meetings to share information and findings of the
SHeRPA Demographic Study and the Human Services Provider Survey.
- Explore ways in which human service information and helping skills can be
incorporated into the Neighborhood Watch Program.
- Work with the Sun Current in creating a regular column which describes
human services which are available to Richfield residents.
Organizational Cooperation
- Monitor the following projects and provide citizen input, advice and
consultation as needed.
- Community Apartment Program (Youth-At-Risk)
- SHeRPA Family Services collaboration application to the State of
Minnesota
- Integrated services to Targeted Children and Youth Planning Grant
• - Bloomington/Richfield Family Center activities and initiatives in
Richfield
- Others as they develop
- Work with the City of Richfield in the implementation of the proposed
Human Services Professional Position.
- Form a task force to develop an exploratory meeting with Richfield churches
to discuss cooperation on human service issues between churches and the
RCHSPC.
- Recommend a meeting of all Richfield City Commission Chairs to discuss
and review goals, identify shared goals, and develop cooperative
implementation plans.
Convene a conference for various Richfield constituencies which focuses on
developing a sense of community.
Needs Assessment
- Establish 1994 RCHSPC goals
- Identify 1995 priorities for review and approval of the City Council and
forwarding to SHeRPA
- Review and study the SHeRPA Demographic Study and the Human Service
Providers survey as a base for further evaluating the needs of Richfield
residents.
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- Review and study the Section 8 survey of Richfield residents and identify any
implications for Human Services initiatives.
- Review executive summary of city survey for implications for Human Service
needs.
On-going Goals/Future Goals
The following are goals we will pursue as a part of its on-going activities:
- Cooperate with the Richfield Board of Health in its Domestic Violence Work
Group.
- Support the efforts of the Richfield Racism Discussion Group to foster
improved relations between Richfield residents.
- Explore ways in which the City Council, administrative staff and city
commissions can increase their communication and cooperation.
- Consider organizing a Human Service Information Fair.
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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Council Letter No. 46
Agenda February 14, 1994
Issue Statement:
Approval of the continuation of the agreement with the City of
Bloomington for the provision of public health services for the
City of Richfield for the year 1994.
Background:
In 1977, the State of Minnesota enacted the Community Health
Services Act, which transferred the responsibility for the
administration of public health programs to local jurisdictions.
The State also provided funds for the programs, and encouraged
local jurisdictions to increase the efficiency of the programs by
grouping together. Richfield and Edina entered into a joint powers
agreement with Bloomington, and the program has been administered
under that agreement since that time.
The contract amount for 1994 reflects a 3% increase over the 1993
contract amount. This is primarily due to increases in Bloomington
staff salaries. The 1994 contract amount will be $158,723 while
the 1993 contract was $154,100.
Recommended Motion:
It is recommended that the City Council renew the joint powers
agreement for 1994.
Basis for Recommendation:
1. The City of Bloomington has sufficient resources to provide a
professional level of public health services to Richfield
residents. Annual evaluations of their services.has shown that
they are providing effective services in a very cost-efficient
manner.
Alternative Recommendation:
1. The Council could decide to have Richfield provide its own
public health services. The cost of hiring the nursing 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 joint powers agreement between the City of
Richfield and the City of Bloomington for 1994 for the provision of
public health services is being presented for Council approval.
Resp ully submitted,
Ja?sD. Prosser
Ciager
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