09-27-05 Regular
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Richfield, Minnesota
Regular Meeting
September 27, 2005
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirsch at 6:31 p.m.
Members Present:
Martin Kirsch, Mayor; Sue Sandahl; Susan Rosenberg; Fred Wroge; and
Bill Kilian.
Staff Present:
Steve Devich, City Manager; Bruce Palmborg, Community Development
Director; Brad Sveum, Fire Services Director; Chris Regis, Finance
Manager; Patrick Smith, Community Development Manager; Betsy
Osborn, Health Administrator; Cheryl Krumholz, Recording Secretary; and
Bryan Shirley, City Attorney.
M/Sandahl, S/Kilian to excuse the absence of Council Member Rosenbera from the
September 26.2005 Special Concurrent City Council/HRAlPlannina Commission Meetina.
Motion carried 5-0.
No one was registered to speak.
Mayor Kirsch led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
M/Kilian, SlWroge to approve the minutes of (1) Special City Council Meetina of September
6.2005; (2) Special City Council Meetina at 5:30 p.m. of September 7.2005: (3) Special City
Council Meetina at 7:00 p.m. of September 7.2005: (4) Special City Council Meetina of September
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13. 2005: (5) Reoular City Council Meetino of September 13. 2005: (6) City Council Meetino of
September 14.2005: and (7) Special City Council Meetino of September 15. 2005.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #1
Ms. Berman was unable to attend the meeting.
Item #2
Kathleen Anderson, District Office Director for Congressman Martin Sabo, provided an
update on various activities and accomplishments.
The City Council thanked Ms. Anderson and Congressman Sabo for assisting Richfield in
financing transportation needs.
Russ Susag, 7305 First Avenue, FOWL Board representative, presented the Challenge
Champion Award to the City Council as winners against the Richfield School Board in the recent
FOWL Ball Golf Klassic.
Item #3
Council Member Wroge announced the October 26 Special City Council meeting at 6:00
p.m. regarding the City's budget and encouraged residents to attend and provide comments and
ideas.
Council Member Wroge requested Ryan Corporation be invited to a future City Council
meeting to provide an update on the Cedar Corridor Project.
Council Member Wroge suggested the City Council consider setting a minimum number of
members for each advisory commission so it may not be necessary to fill mid-year vacancies which
will also streamline the number of City Council meetings.
Mayor Kirsch stated all youth commission applicants are available on October 11 for an
interview, except one. He asked the City Council to consider waiving that one interview since this is
a reappointment and would eliminate the need for another meeting.
The City Council agreed to waive the interview.
Council Member Rosenberg expressed concern regarding Council Member Wroge's
suggestion on a minimum commission membership.
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Recording Secretary Krumholz explained the current mid-year vacancy process.
Council Member Kilian said he believed this was a non-issue.
Item #4
M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg to approve the aoenda.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #5
A. Approved professional services agreement with WSB & Associates, Inc. for assistance in
review of environmental assessment worksheet for Cedar Point Project S. R. No. 178
B. Approved resolution certifying delinquent sewer and water utility accounts to County Auditor
S.R. No. 179
RESOLUTION NO. 9662
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CERTIFICATION OF UNPAID SEWER AND WATER SERVICE
CHARGES TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR TO BE COLLECTED WITH OTHER TAXES ON SAID
PROPERTIES
This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9662 in Resolution Book No. 75.
C. Approved resolution authorizing public hearing on December 13, 2005 regarding modification
to Redevelopment Plan for Richfield Redevelopment Project Area S.R. No. 180
RESOLUTION NO. 9663
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC HEARING BY THE
CITY COUNCIL ON THE PROPOSED ADOPTION OF A MODIFICATION
TO THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE RICHFIELD
REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA
This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9663 in Resolution Book No. 75.
D. Approved itinerant food license for Church of St. Peter, 6730 Nicollet Avenue, annual Fall
Festival on October 1,2005 S.R. No. 181
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to approve the Consent Calendar.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #6
None.
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Council Member Sandahl presented Staff Report No. 182 regarding consideration of a first
reading of an ordinance modifying gas franchise fee on Centerpoint Energy for providing gas
service within the City of Richfield and scheduling a public hearing and second reading for October
25, 2005.
M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg to approve first readino of the ordinance modifyino the oas
franchise fee on CenterPoint Eneroy for providino oas service within the City of Richfield and
schedule the public hearino and second readino for October 25. 2005.
Council Member Wroge asked about the total amount of fees collected with this increase in
2006.
Finance Manager Regis said $710,000 for gas and electric.
Council Member Wroge spoke against the franchise fees because the more they are
increased the less likely it will be to get this amount on property tax. Fees should be collected only
when there is a predicament the City can't get out of and onto property taxes. In addition, sales tax
should not be paid on the fees.
Council Member Kilian said that in many ways he agreed with Council Member Wroge, but
he expressed support for the fees until an alternative funding source can be identified.
Item #8
Motion carried 4-1. (Wroge opposed.)
Council Member Sandahl presented Staff Report No. 183 regarding consideration of a first
reading of an ordinance modifying electric franchise fee on Northern States Power d/b/a Xcel
Energy for providing electric service within the City of Richfield and scheduling a public hearing
and second reading for October 25, 2005.
M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg to approve first readino of the ordinance modifyino the electric
franchise fee on Northern States Power d/b/a Xcel Enemy for providino electric service within the
City of Richfield and schedule the public hearino and second readino for October 25. 2005.
Motion carried 4-1. (Wroge opposed.)
Item #9
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Council Member Wroge presented Staff Report No. 184 regarding a second reading of an
ordinance amendment to City Administrative Code Chapter 1, Subsection 100.07 adopting
references to Minnesota Statutes and Rules.
MlWroge, S/Rosenberg that this constitutes the second readino of Bill No. 2005-12
amendino the Citv Administrative Code Chapter 1. Subsection 100.07 adoptino references to
Minnesota Statutes and Rules. that it be published in the official newspaper and that it be made part
of these minutes.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #10
Council Member Rosenberg presented Staff Report No. 185 regarding consideration of a
requested extension of variance permit until September 17, 2006 to allow construction of attached
two car garage at 6733 Lakeview Avenue.
Community Development Director Palmborg explained the next door neighbor continues to
support the garage construction. The garage is attached as it was in the original plan, but the
footprint is reduced and the second floor is eliminated.
M/Rosenberg, S/Kilian to approve the requested extension for a variance permit until
September 17. 2006 to allow the construction of an attached two-car oaraoe. located at 6733
Lakeview Avenue.
Council Member Sandahl stated she supported this variance but may not again. She added
fees may be necessary if there's another extension requested.
Council Member Wroge asked the applicant when the building would begin.
David Gray, applicant, said construction should start in the spring.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #11
Council Member Wroge presented Staff Report No. 186 regarding consideration of award of
bid to Metro Fire for new self-contained breathing apparatus and related accessories for use by
Richfield Fire Services Department in amount not to exceed $124,259.55.
MlWroge, S/Kilian to award the bid for new self contained breathino apparatus (SCBA) and
related accessories to Metro Fire in the amount not to exceed $124.259.55.
Motion carried 5-0.
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Council Member Kilian presented Staff Report No. 187 regarding an agreement between the
City of Richfield and Metropolitan Airports Commission outlining procedures and conditions for
acquisition of eight residential properties along 17th Avenue (6601,6609,6615,6621,6627,6633,
6639, and 6645).
City Manager Devich explained the interim funding source. When the City Council decides
the permanent funding source and those funds become available, the interim funding will be repaid.
M/Kilian, S/Kirsch to approve the AQreement between the City of Richfield and Metropolitan
Airports Commission that outlines the procedures and conditions to be followed by the City of
Richfield and Metropolitan Airports Commission in acauirinQ eiQht residential properties alonQ 17th
Avenue (6601,6609. 6615. 6621. 6627. 6633. 6639 and 6645).
Council Member Wroge asked about the potential funding source.
City Manager Devich explained the most likely funding source for the four homes would be
part of the entire process for the intersection redevelopment. The only option is a special
assessment with 20% the developer's responsibility and 80% spread across the City. The City
does not have $4 - $4.5 million which is the estimated cost of the intersection.
Council Member Sandahl stated the agreement with MAC does leverage funds for the City
from MAC. The City holds title to the properties. If the properties are sold, the proceeds are to be
used for airport mitigation.
Council Member Kilian explained the rationale for purchasing these eight homes.
Mayor Kirsch commended staff for putting together this agreement with MAC. He
acknowledged the assistance of Kari Berman, Richfield MAC representative, for this great
accomplishment.
City Manager Devich added that Ms. Berman played an instrumental role in this process.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #13
Council Member Kilian presented Staff Report No. 188 regarding consideration of a
Professional Services Agreement with Conworth, Inc. for acquisition services for purchase of
properties on 17th Avenue, south of 66th Street.
M/Kilian, S/Sandahl to approve the Professional Services AQreement with Conworth. Inc.
Council Member Wroge asked if the cost for this professional services agreement was
included in the City's acquisition cost of the eight homes.
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Community Development Manager Smith said yes.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #14
City Manager Devich discussed:
. The City Council will be asked to again review the elected officials out-of-state travel
policy. The resolution restricting hours of nighttime flights will need to be officially
rescinded by the City Council.
. The third session of the key financial strategic planning session with Ehlers & Associates
has been set for October 10 at 5:30 p.m.
Item #15
M/Sandahl, S/Kilian that the followinQ claims and pavrolls be approved:
M &1 BANK
NP Checks: 143203 - 143553
PAYROLL 24011 - 24352, 39761 - 39766
TOTAL
$ 1,098,021.59
$ 448,655.22
$ 1,546,676.81
Motion carried 5-0.
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Cheryl K umho
Recording Secretary
CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
Bid Opening
August 19,2005
9:00 am
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
and Related Equipment and Accessories
Pursuant to requirements of Resolution No. 1015, a meeting of the Administrative Staff was called by
Deborah Guiher, Deputy City Clerk, who announced that the purpose of the meeting was to receive, open
and read aloud, bids for a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and Related Equipment and Accessories, as
advertised in the official newspaper on August 4, 2005.
Present:
Deborah Guiher, Deputy City Clerk
Brad Sveum, Acting Fire Services Director
Cheryl Krumholz, City Manager Representative
The following bids were submitted and read aloud:
Name Metro Fire
Ham Lake, Minnesota
Certified Check/Bid Bond 5% Provided
A) 25 SCBA $76,393.89
Add. 2nd St. Reg's ea. N/A
B) 50 (4500 psi) Air bottles $22,387.22
C) 4 RIT packs w/60 min. $16,576.76
D) 2 Tool Kits $2,345.80
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E) 25 Face Pieces $4,117.78
Add. Face Piece ea. $278.89
F) 36 FPC. Storage Bags $450.00
G) Total of above $122,550.34
(less add. Face Piece ea (E) - 278.89
$122,271.45
H) Voice Amp. ea.* $275.49 -
I) Eyeglass Holder ea.* $48.07
J) 50 APR's & Adaptors* $7,016.53
K) 1 TSI Fit Test Machine* $8,555.56
L) 2 TSI Adaptors* $135.96
M) Trade-in allowance ($8,400.00)
*Equipment quoted price per each - may be purchased in multiples of up to 10 or 20
The Deputy City Clerk announced that the bids would be tabulated and considered at the September 13,
2005 City Council Meeting.
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Deborah Guiher Deputy City Clerk