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11-28-1990 Budget HearingCITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL BUDGET HEARING MEETING NOVEMBER 28, 1990 MEMBERS PRESENT: Steven Quam, Mayor; Ivan Ludeman; Martin Kirsch; and Michael Sandahl. STAFF PRESENT: James Prosser, City Manager; Steven Devich, Administrative Services Director;. Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk; Donald Fondrick, Community Services Director; Byron Wallace, Community Development Director; Jack Erskine, Public Safety Director; William Fillmore, Liquor Operations Director; and Jean Mitchell, Finance Manager. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Quam at 7:00 p.m. Item #I PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD'S 1991 PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX LEVY AND BUDGET. City Manager Prosser reviewed and summarized the budget process for the 1991 Proposed Property Tax Levy and 1991 Budget. The funding request from the South Hennepin Human Services Council (SHHSC) was not ready at this time. He reviewed reasons for funding of additional voting booths for the 1992 Presidential General Election. Mr. Prosser stated the impact of the potential State Budget shortfall is not known at this time. He reviewed Local Government Aid (LGA) information. Administrative Services Director Devich reviewed-the following truth in taxation and budget information: - Tax capacity - General Fund - Revenues Sources - General Fund Expenditures - Impact of Tax Levy Council Member Sandahl stated 50$ of the budget funds are used for Fire/Police operations. He indicated the actual City budget is increasing 2.6~, but taxes are being increased 5.35 because Local Government Aid (LGA) has been cut. Leo Lazinski, 6341 Standish Avenue, spoke in opposition to property tax increases. John Siebert, 6434 Washburn Avenue, spoke in opposition to Hennepin County property tax increases and the fiscal disparities law. Budget Hearing Minutes -2- November 28, 1990 Council Member Ludeman explained the benefit of fiscal disparities to the City of Richfield. Angie Bots, 6500 Woodlake Drive, stated their garages valued at $5,000, are now selling for $3,000. Council Member Ludeman reviewed minimum market value requirements of tax increment financing related to this building. Scott Kelly, 6415 2nd Avenue, spoke in opposition to property tax increases. He suggested police cars could be shut off when not is use, that homeowners could plow city sidewalks, and that the budget be cut. Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth Avenue, spoke regarding the following budget issues: - Pension income - Public Safety Administration - Data Processing - Storm Sewer Fund for reclamation - Veterans Memorial Park parking and amphitheater - HRA Budget aid New Home Pr©gr~ Loam City Manager Prosser indicated the Capital Improvement Budget is passed by Transitory Ordinance. Administrative Services Director Devich reviewed the Data Processing Budget which includes $142,000 for equipment. Rod Wilson, 7320 Wentworth, voiced concerns in opposition to property tax increases. Ray Doerffler, 7644 4th Avenue, suggested moving the houses from-the 77th Street acquisition instead of building homes for the New Home Program. Mayor Quam reviewed the purpose of the New Home Programs. Bob Mack, 6349 Washburn Avenue, spoke in opposition to property tax increases and stated it would only help banks and real estate companies. Council Member Ludeman reviewed the concept of assessed value of property. Ernest Lindstrom, 7406 Fremont Avenue, suggested zero based budgeting with dramatic changes. He stated concern that Hennepin County is out of control. He reviewed concerns about the Hennepin County Assessor, assessing methods, and the housing inspections ordinance enforcement. 1 Budget Hearing Minutes -3- November 28, 1990 Mayor Quam spoke in support of the City Manager. Henry Mattila, 6800 4th Avenue, stated concerns about the street department needing 6 City employees to plant a tree. Sue Sandahl, 7601 Bryant, Community Services Commission, spoke in support of Capital Improvements Budget including park improvements at Veterans Memorial Park and a water slide at the pool. Shirley Johnson,°7609 12th Avenue, requested the city council provide $6700 for a senior outreach worker. She spoke in opposition to additional waterslides, stated there were too many street department employees, and inspections should be done by firemen. Dominic Zappia, 6428 12th Avenue, AARP Member, spoke in opposition to a tax increase. John Hamilton, 7220 Harriet, spoke in support of new water slides at the swimming pool. Emily Day, 7340 Clinton Avenue, reviewed the small water slides currently being used and information on the new proposed water slide. Mary Huffie, 6412 15th Avenue, submitted written comment in opposition of the property tax increase. (Clerks File No. C-315) M/Sandahl, S/Ludeman to close the public hearing. Motion carried 4-0. Mayor Quam stated the budget is a decision which tries to balance the types of services and community needs for 35,000 people. Council Member Ludeman asked that some of the Resolutions be considered separately. He stated concern that the inspections not be so picky on small insignificant items. He stated he opposes authorizing an assistant Golf Course Manager. He stated he favored improving neighborhood parks rather than continue Veterans Memorial Park improvements. He stated that the proposed management category pay increase should be reduced from 4$ to 3~. Council Member Kirsch stated concerns about additional funding for Veteran's Memorial Park. He stated support for funding a Senior Information and Referral program. He indicated support for Council Member Ludeman's suggestion regarding pay. U Budget Hearing Minutes -4- November 28, 1990 M/Ludeman, S/Kirsch to not authorize the position of Assistant Golf Course Manager. Community Services Director Fondrick indicated the position was to provide continuity of service to golf patrons, backup for the manager, and would replace 3 part time positions. .Council Member Sandahl noted it was not funded by tax revenue but by golf fee revenue. Council Member Ludeman stated an increase is still an increase, that the summer month's were the busy time and a full time position isn't necessary. Motion fails 2-2. (Sandahl, Quam opposed) Council Member Ludeman suggested considering the C.I.B. at a later time. Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth Avenue, indicated the need to review and consider having a Planning Commission hearing on the C.I.B. He stated the Bond Referendum costs, Park Plan, Garage, anc~ City Hiall costs all be reviewed. Council Member Ludeman indicated a need for a new 5 year Plan. Council discussion followed regarding the C.I.B. components and process. M/Kirsch, S/Ludeman to postpone consideration of the Capital Improvement Budget and conduct a public hearing on the C I.B. in January 1991. Motion fails 2-2. (Quam, Sandahl opposed) M/Quam, S/Sandahl to approve the Capital Improvement Budget. Motion fails 2-2. (Kirsch, Ludeman opposed) Discussion took place regarding when to consider the C.I.B. M/Kirsch, S/Sandahl to consider waterslide issue in early January and the remainder of the Capital Improvement Budget in later part of January,. Motion carried 4-0. Budget Hearing Minutes -5-. November 28, 1990 M/Ludeman, S/Kirsch to agprove the proposed 1991 Pay Plan Resolutions of a 4~ increase for General Services Employees, a 4~ increase for Special Services Employees, and a 3~ increase for Management (a reduction from 4~ to 3~)~ City Manager Prosser reviewed comparable worth issues, salary range compression, and comparable cities. Council Member Sandahl reviewed the importance of salary/compensation plan to retain and attract people. Council Member Ludeman stated that performance will have to be addressed. Motion and second withdrawn by Council Member Ludeman and Council Member Kirsch on motion regarding nay glans. M/Ludeman, S/Quam that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made par of these minutes: RESOLUTION N0. 7694 RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE 1991 GENERAL SERVICES SALARY COMPENSATION PLAN Motion carried 4-O. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7694 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Quam that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made mart of these minutes: RESOLUTION N0. 7695 RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE 1991 MANAGEMENT SALARY COMPENSATION PLAN Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7695 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Quam that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION N0. 7696 RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE 1991 SPECIALIZED PAY PLAN Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7696 in Resolution Book No. 59. Budget Hearing Minutes -6- November 28, 1990 M/Kirsch, S/Ludeman to authorize 510,000 in the 1991 budget to be available for a Senior Outreach Information and Referral Program (SSHC). Motion carried 3-1. (Quam opposed) It was indicated that funds should be allocated if needed but otherwise don't spend it. Administrative Services Director Devich stated funding could come either from cuts, reserve fund, or raise different funds. City Manager Prosser suggested adjustments in the Community Center Budget could be made to fund the program but may lessen other services at Community Center. Council Member Sandahl suggested the spending would occur when the amount is known and contract approved. City Manager Prosser stated this would lessen services at Community Services to reserve. Mayor Quam stated uncertainity that SSHC would continue to function. M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7683 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE YEAR 1991 AND LEVYING TAXES Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7683 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7684 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REVISION OF 1990 BUDGET OF VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7684 in Resolution Hook No. 59. Budget Hearing Minutes -7- November 28, 1990 M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7685 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER FROM WATER UTILITY FUND TO IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1965 AND REDUCING CERTAIN AD VALOREM TAX LEVIES Motion carried 4-O. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7685 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7686 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF CERTAIN AD VALOREM TAX LEVIES ON THE IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1972 Motion carried 4-0.~ This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7686 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7687 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF CERTAIN AD VALOREM TAX LEVIES ON IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 19?3 Motion carried 4-O. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7687 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made. part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7688 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF CERTAIN AD VALOREM TAX LEVIES ON REDEVELOPMENT BONDS OF 1977 Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7688 in Resolution Book No. 59. Budget Hearing Minutes -8- November 28, 1990 M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made mart of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7689 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF CERTAIN AD VALOREM TAX LEVIES ON REFUNDING BONDS OF 1978 Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7689 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7690 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF CERTAIN AD VALOREM TAX LEVIES ON THE IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1980 Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7690 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION N0. 7691 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF CERTAIN AD VALOREM TAX LEVIES ON THE IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1983 Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7691 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be soread in the resolution book and .that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7692 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF CERTAIN AD VALOREM TAX LEVIES ON THE IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1985 Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7692 in Resolution Book No. 59. Budget Hearing Minutes -9- November 28, 1990 M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION N0. 7693 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SANITARY SEWER SERVICE RATES AND CHARGES, WATER RATES AND CHARGES, SPECIAL WATER SERVICE CHARGES, STORM SEWER RATES AND CHARGES AND 5$ PENALTY ON PAST DUE ACCOUNT Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7693 in Resolution Book No. 59. M/Ludeman, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7697 1 ~i ~~J RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 1991 LICENSE, PERMIT AND MISCELLANEOUS FEES PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF APPENDIX D OF THE ORDINANCE CODE OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD RESCINDING RESOLUTION N0. 7582 Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7697 in Resolution Book No. 59. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 1f~:00~p.m. Date Approved: 12/10/90 ~~ ~'~~~ Thomas P. Ferber City Clerk ~~ J e D. Prosser C t - Manager