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AGENDA
COUNCIL MEETI.NG
AUGUST 4, 1997'
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. APPROVE AGENDA
4. CITIZENS COMMENTS (5 minute limit per person for items
not on the agenda.)
a. Seal Coat Concerns
Eureka Court
5. CONSENT AGENDA (All items approved in lmotion unless
anyone wishes an item removed for discussion)
a. Minutes - 7/21 (Regular)
b. Assessment Agreements - pine Knoll Sanitary Sewer Connections
c. CDBG Funded Park Improvements
d. Facility Use Policy - Fire Station
e. Ordinance - Criminal History Investigation Approval
f. Resolution - Change Seal Coat Assessment Public Hearing Date
g. Semi-Annual Building Permit Report
h. School/Conference Request - Parks and Recreation
i. Resolution - Order Plans/Specs/Ad for Bids - Pool Bath House
j. Resolution - Application for Met Council Planning Grant
k. Approve Waiver of Platting - Gerster Site
1. Acknowledge Resignation - Patrol Officer
m. Approve Fire Cataract Relief Fund Pension Increase
n. Approve Payment of Bills
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS/AWARD OF CONTRACTS
a. Award Contract - Elm Street Extension Project
b. Award Contract - City Hall Roof Repair (Supplemental)
7. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
a. Presentation - Downtown Historical Survey Report
b. Council/Management Team Work Session - Meeting Dates
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Set Open House Date - CSAH 31 Informational Meeting
9 . NEW BUSINESS
a. Gateway Signs
b. Graffiti Ordinance
c. Presentation - Proposed 1998 Budgetbocument
10. ROUNDTABLE
11. ADJOURN
TO:
Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM:
John F. Erar,
City Administrator
SUBJECT:
Supplemental Agenda Items
DATE:
August 4, 1997
It is requested that the August 4, 1997 agenda be updated in the following
manner:
Item 6b - Award Contract - City Hall Roof Repair Project
Memo from Parks and Recreation Director Bell recommending rejection of bids
received and rebidding of project.
Respe~tfuII submitted,
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John F. Erar
i City Administrator
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CitlJ. of FarminfJton 325 Oak Street · FarmintJtonl MN 55024 · (612) 463-7111 · Fax (612) 463-2591
TO:
Mayor, Councilmembers
City Administrator fIL.
James Bell, Parks and
Recreation Director
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Award Contract - City Hall Roof
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
Sealed bids were opened on Thursday, July 31 for the city hall roof,
DISCUSSION
Four bids were received for the City Hall roof repairs. These bids were very inconsistent in costs due
to bidder's misunderstanding of work to be performed. Staff requested information from the bidders
regarding their bids. Due to confusion regarding specifications, it would be appropriate to rebid this
work.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that Council reject all bids and rebid the project.
Respectfully submitted,
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James Bell
Parks and Recreation Director
cc: Dwight Bjerke, Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
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CitlJ of FarminiJ.ton 325 Oak Street · Farmini}ton] MN 55024 · (612) 463-7111 · Falf (612) 463-2591
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FROM:
Mayor, councilme~~~
City Administrato~GrC/
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Lee M. Mann, P.E.
City Engineer
TO:
SUBJECT:
Citizen Comments
Seal Coat Project
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
At the July 21, 1997 Council meeting, a resident expressed concerns regarding the
seal coat project.
DISCUSSION
The concerns raised were in regard to 1) the color of the aggregate and, 2) areas
not being covered with aggregate.
1. The reason for the different colors of aggregate is due to different sized
aggregate being used in cuI de sacs. Smaller sized aggregate was used to help
minimize the "smudging" of the seal coating caused by vehicle tires turning in
the cuI de sacs.
2. Staff examined the cul-de-sac at 19359 Eureka Court and did find a couple of
areas where the oil had bled through the aggregate. This is a typical result
of too much oil inadvertently being applied to the road. When City crews
sweep up the extra aggregate, they will attempt to sweep new aggregate over
the area that has bled through.
RECOMMENDATION
The attached letter was sent to the concerned citizen. This is for information
only.
~ectfullY submitted,
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Lee Mann
City Engineer
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CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oaft Street · Farminijton/ MN 55024 · (612) 463.7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
July 24, 1997
Mr. Robert Macri
19359 Eureka Court
Farmington MN 55024
RE: Seal Coat Project
Dear Mr. Macri:
At the July 21, 1997 Council Meeting, you had expressed concern regarding the seal coat project
regarding the color of the aggregate and an area that was not covered. The reason for the color
change in the aggregate is because a different size aggregate was used in the cul-de-sacs. The
different size aggregate was used to help minimize the "smudging" of the seal coating caused by
vehicle tires turning in the cul-de-sacs. The street superintendent and I visited the cul-de-sac and
did find a couple of areas where the oil had bled through the aggregate. This happens
occasionally if too much oil is inadverdently applied to the road. When the street crew comes
through to sweep the extra aggregate, they will attempt to sweep new aggregate over the area that
has bled. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to call me at 463-1601.
Sincerely,
Lee M. Mann, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
cc: City Council
CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oaft Street · Farminijton/ MN 55024 · (612) 463.7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR
JULY 21, 1997
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1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ristow at 7:00 P.M..
Members Present: Ristow, Cordes, Fitch, Gamer.
Members Absent: Strachan.
Also Present: City Administrator Erar, Attorney Grannis.
2. Mayor Ristow led the audience and Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. MOTION by Gamer, second by Cordes to approve the agenda as presented. APIF,
MOTION CARRIED.
4. Citizen Comments
Robert Macri: Expressed concern with the quality of the seal coating done in
Eureka Court, questioned why two types of aggregate were used and
asked when the assessments would be levied.
John Tucker: Commented on his displeasure with remarks published in the Farmington
Independent attributed to Councilmember Fitch. Councilmember Fitch
responded that comments were not directed at Mr. Tucker.
5. Consent Agenda
MOTION by Fitch, second by Gamer to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:
a) Approve minutes - 7/7 - Regular
b) Acknowledge resignation of Planning Coordinator.
c) Approve School/Conference Request - GFOA Conference - Finance.
d) Approve addition of Smith Barney, Inc. to list of approved depositories.
e) Adopt RESOLUTION NO. R86-97 approving the development agreement for TroyHill 4th.
f) Receive update on railroad crossings for Elm Street.
g) Authorize the update of the Surface Water Management Plan in the amount of
$15,000, payable in 199B.
h) Adopt RESOLUTION NO. R87-97 authorizing the sale of $635,000 in General
Obligation Improvement Bonds on August 18, 1997.
i) Acknowledge resignation of Fire Marshal/Building Inspector.
j) Receive letter from State Auditor regarding findings of Debt Management Study.
k) Approve payment of the bills as submitted.
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
6. Dakota County Lumber Grading Permit Public Hearing
Planning Coordinator Smick introduced the background on the grading permit for
property owned by Steven Finden. She stated that the work had already been
completed and that the hearing was being held after the fact in order to follow the
process outlined in the City Code. The area graded is to be used for storage,
therefore, no paving is required, however, Planning Commission members had
recommended that landscaping, annual dust control, dedication of a drainage easement
along the north property line, and resolution of all outstanding permit issues be
required before Council approved the permit. Mayor Ristow opened the hearing for
public comment. No testimony was given. MOTION by Gamer, second by Cordes to close
the public hearing. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Gamer, second by Fitch to
approve the grading permit contingent upon all Planning Commission recommendations
being completed. APJ:F, MOTJ:ON CARRJ:ED.
7. CSAH 31 Financing Options - Public Informational Meeting
Mayor Ristow began discussion of proposed financing options for the realignment and
construction of County Road 31 by requesting those present to come forward and use
the podium when making statements and comments. He then introduced City
Administrator Erar who began by stating that the purpose of tonight's discussion wa~
to determine the appropriate method of financing the road improvements. All road
design issues were under the jurisdiction of the Co~~ty and questions dealing with
design should be directed to the County Engineering Department. Administrator Erar
then outlined, in detail, the various aspects of the two possible methods of
financing - special assessments and City wide tax levy. Key points of his
presentation were:
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Assessment - One time assessment of $404 spread
payment, monthly and annual breakdown of costs.
assessing developed and undeveloped properties.
over 15 years. Process for
City policy on rate for
· City Wide Tax Levy - Higher cumulative cost, higher cost to tax payers.
· MSA Funds - $900,000 investment, plus $90,000 per year for loan repayments.
. Grants - Submitted by Dakota County - denied.
· Appraisals -- Independent appraiser identified the benefit was equal to proposed
assessment amount.
· Project Timing - Project must go forward at this time or be delayed until 2001-
2002.
· Benefits - Improved safety, transportation. Necessary enhancement for
industrial/commercial to locate in City which would result in lower property
taxes for residential properties.
. Proposed Assessment Area - Described as all property located within one-half mile
east and west of the proposed new alignment. Noted that residents proposed to be
assessed for the County Road 31 project would not be assessed for improvements to
195th Street when they occurred.
Mayor Ristow then opened the meeting for public comment. A synopsis of comments
received during the 3 1/2 hours of public input is as follows:
. If project benefits entire City, entire City should pay, not a limited area.
Levy a City wide special assessment. Does undeveloped and industrial pay the
same as residential. State statute prevents City from assessing where benefit
cannot be proven. Attorney Grannis - not practical from a legal standpoint.
Independent appraisal shows benefit to project area property is equal to proposed
assessment. Assessment policy provides for different methods of assessing
developed and undeveloped land.
. Is estimated assessment accurate? County estimates are historically high,
assessment should be very close to amount given.
. Safety/Traffic concerns. Road not built for capacity. Safety issues for
pedestrians not given adequate consideration. Proximity of road to Akin Road
Elementary School. Traffic signalization inadequate. Need for four lane road
the entire length. County will not construct larger road or install traffic
signals until traffic warrants are met. City requested County make provisions
for future signals. Police Chief explained traffic patterns/concerns/studies.
. Properties adjacent to new alignment do not benefit, property values will
decline.
. Project should be delayed until funding is available to pay entire project cost.
Assessment is another form of taxation.
. It makes fiscal sense to spend dollars on road improvement now in order to
increase industrial/commercial base in future - will benefit homeowners property
taxes.
. City waited for residential growth to pay for road construction Unfair to new
residents. County will not build roads until traffic exists.
Breaks during the discussion were called for at 8:20 P.M. and 9:40 P.M..
Upon the close of discussion, Councilmembers gave individual statements explaining
their positions on financing County Road 31 construction:
Councilmember Gamer: Council needs to look at the big picture and determine what is
best for the entire community. Special assessments are the
best way to finance project.
Councilmember Cordes: Regarding road design, residents need to contact Dakota
County. If City wide tax levy is method chosen, then Council
needs to establish a policy to levy for all major road improvements in the City.
Special assessments are the best method of financing project.
Councilmember Fitch: Necessary to keep tax capacity rate down to
attract industrial/commercial development.
tax capacity rate benefits entire community. Special assessments
financing project.
both retain and
End result of low
are best method of
Mayor Ristow: Project benefits entire City, entire City should pay. City wide tax
levy is fair method of financing project.
MOTION by Ristow to finance County Road 31 construction by a City wide tax levy.
Motion died for lack of a second.
MOTION by Fitch, second by Cordes to finance County Road 31 construction through
special assessments on properties located 1/2 mile east and west of proposed new
alignment. Administrator Erar read a letter prepared and forwarded by Councilmember
Strachan stating his belief that special assessments were the best method of paying
for the project. Mayor Ristow stated for the record that he was opposed to special
assessments, however, he was a "team player" and if the other Councilmembers voted
for special assessments, he would also. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Ristow noted
that Member Strachan's letter and other letters received from residents regarding
the project should be entered into and become part of the record of the proceedings.
MOTION by Gamer, second by Cordes to approve execution of the construction agreement
with Dakota County Highway Department for the construction of County Road 31. APIF,
MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Gamer, second by Fitch to direct staff to take actions
necessary to move the project forward. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
9. Ash Street/Prairie Waterway Update
City Engineer Mann explained a request presented by Castle Rock Township and Dakota
County Fair Board to more clearly identify the storm water drainage area included in
this project area. At a recent joint meeting of the entities involved in the
project, it was agreed that the parties would share the cost of the additional stu
needed with a City/Township 40%/40% split and Fair Board 20% share. The total cost
of the project would not exceed $2000. MOTION by Gamer, second by Cordes to approve
the $800 City share of the study, contingent upon receiving a letter of intent from
the Township and Fair Board confirming their respective reimbursement of costs.
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
10. parking Concerns - Heritage Way and Second Street
Police Chief Siebenaler responded to concerns raised at the July 7, 1997 Council
meeting regarding parking problems on Heritage Way near the municipal swimming pool
and on Second Street between Elm and Spruce Streets. He noted that the swimming
pool parking lot and on street parking was used for overflow parking from adjacent
residential properties. It was his opinion the streets were of adequate width to
handle parking on both sides of the street. MOTION by Cordes, second by Gamer to
restrict parking on the south side of Heritage Way from 6th Street to Highway 3.
APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Police Chief Siebenaler stated the parking problem on Second
Street was a long standing problem and that the area was unique because it had
limited curb and no boulevard. The congestion results, for the most part, from the
on street parking of vehicles for sale by the adjacent car dealership. While Police
records do not indicate accidents or injuries in this area related to on street
parking conditions, it does create problems with snow removal and street
maintenance, and restricts on street parking for other downtown customers. It was
Mr. Siebenaler's recommendation to restrict parking in this area between the hours
of 2:00 A.M. and 5:00 A.M., which is consistent with the rest of the downtown area
MOTION by Gamer, second by Fitch to make parking restrictions on Second Street
between Elm and Spruce Streets consistent with the remainder of the downtown
business district. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
11. Roundtable
City Engineer Mann: Presented photographs of the completed drainage swales in
Akin Park Second Addition. Councilmembers congratulated the
Engineering staff for a job well done.
15. MOTION by Fitch, second by Gamer to adjourn at 11:15 P.M..
CARRJ:ED .
APJ:F, MOTJ:ON
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Hanson
Clerk/Typist
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TO: Mayor, Councilmembers, City
AdministratorL*
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FROM: Lee M. Mann, P.E.,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
SUBJECT: Pine Knoll Sanitary Sewer Service
Connections
DATE: August 4,1997
INTRODUCTION
At the July 7, 1997 Council meeting, the Council accepted petitions from two residents in Pine Knoll
requesting connection to the City sanitary sewer.
DISCUSSION
The assessment agreements have been signed by the residents who petitioned for the sewer service
connections. The City has obtained quotes for the work and would have the services installed. The
total amount of the installation cost plus 25% for engineering, legal and administrative costs would
be assessed over a 10 - year period with an interest rate of 8%. The property owners waive any and
all procedural and substantive objection to the assessments including any claim that the assessment
exceeds the benefit to the property. The property owners waive any appeal rights otherwise
available pursuant to MSA 429.
BUDGET IMPACT
None, as all costs will be assessed.
RECOMMENDATION
That the Council execute the assessment agreements and authorize the installation of the
improvements by resolution.
Re~ctf!.1l1y submitted,
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Lee M. Mann, P .E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
cc: file
Larry Campion
Dan Reisinger
CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oaft Street. Farminijton/ MN 55024 · (612) 463.7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
RESOLUTION NO. R -97
APPROVE ASSESSMENT AGREEMENTS
PROJECT 88-4, PINE KNOLL IMPROVEMENTS
20135 Dunbar Avenue
20737 Akin Road
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Farmington,
Minnesota, was held in the Civic Center of said City on the 4th day of August, 1997 at 7:00 P.M.
The following members were present:
The following members were absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the property owners at 20737 Akin Road and 20135 Dunbar Avenue have requested
connection to the City's sanitary sewer system ;and
WHEREAS, the City has obtained quotes for the work ;and
WHEREAS, it is proposed to assess the total amount of the installation cost plus 25 % for engineering, legal
and administrative costs which will be assessed over a 10 year period with an interest rate of 8 % ;and
WHEREAS, an agreement is now before the Council which would set terms and conditions of the
agreement.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the assessment agreements for 20737 Akin Road and
20135 Dunbar Avenue, a copy of which is on file in the Clerk's office, is hereby approved.
This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farmington City Council in open session on the 4th day of
August. 1997.
day of
,1997.
Attested to the
Mayor
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Clerk! Administrator
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TO:
Mayor, Counci Im"'J,'.\EJ
CIty Admmlstratort~
FROM:
David L. Olson
Community Development Director
SUBJECT:
1997 CDBG Allocation
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
The City of Farmington will be receiving approximately $153,012 in Community Development
Block Grant Fund in fiscal year 1997. These funds are received by the Dakota County HRA and
are allocated to cities and townships in the County. Dakota County HRA is still awaiting formal
approval and authorization to allow the expenditure of these funds, however this is anticipated to
be received soon.
DISSCUSSION
The application that was submitted by the City in November of 1996 requested that $123,012 of
the grant funds be used to remove architectural barriers at the Rambling River Park, the Pool, the
Arena, and the Senior Citizen Center. This includes paying up to 60% of the cost for accessible
playground equipment. Included in this amount was a contingency or uncommitted amount of
$7,812. The remaining $30,000 was to be used to fund a portion of the staff costs at the Senior
Citizen Center.
Staff is recommending that $3,500 be taken from the uncommitted amount of$7,812 in the barrier
removal activity and transferred to the Senior Citizen Center which is considered a public service
activity. These additional funds would be used to purchase a new computer and other necessary
equipment to be used at the Senior Center. This is an eligible use of CDBG funds according to the
Dakota County HRA. All of the barrier removal projects in the Park Recreation Department
would still be completed.
BUDGET IMPACT
None
CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oaft Street. Farminijton/ MN 55024 · (612) 463.7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
ACTION REQUESTED
A motion approving the re-allocation of $3,500 of 1997 CDBG funds from the Park and
Recreation Department barrier removal activity to the Senior Citizen Center which is a public
service activity to purchase a new computer and necessary equipment.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Community Development Director
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FROM:
Mayor, counCilmemb.e..e~~
City Administrato~1T~
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Ken Kuchera, Fire Chief
TO:
SUBJECT:
Facility Use Policy
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
The Fire Department receives requests from outside organizations to use the fire
station. The Department Board of Directors is recommending adoption of a Fire
Department Facility Use Policy and associated fees.
DISCUSSION
The Board of Directors discussed the use of the fire station by outside
organizations at their April 21, 1997 meeting. The consensus of the members was
to establish the following policy:
1. Use of the fire station by outside organizations allowed on Thursday evenings
only.
2. Reservations accepted no more than thirty days prior to the event.
3. A firefighter to be present during all events to ensure building security.
4. Minimum usage fee is payable in advance.
The fees established for 1997 are a minimum charge of $25 for the first 2 1/2
hours and $10 per hour for each hour thereafter.
ACTION RECOMMENDED
Approve the facility usage policy and adopt a resolution amending the 1997 Fees
and Charges schedule to include the fees for fire facility usage by outside
organizations.
Respectfully submitted,
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Ken Kuchera
Fire Chief
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CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oale Street. Farminijton/ MN 55024 · (612) 463-7111 · Faff (612) 463-2591
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RESOLUTION
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. R8-97 (1997 FEES AND CHARGES)
- FIRE FACILITY USAGE FEES -
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council of
the City of Farmington, Minnesota, was held in the Council Chambers of said City
on the 4th day of August, 1997 at 7:00 P.M..
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following:
WHEREAS, the City Council has the right to establish fees for services provided
by the City; and
WHEREAS, the Council has determined that fees for use of the City Fire Hall
should be established.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following fees for use of the City Fire
Hall be established and Resolution R8-97 be amended as follows:
Fire Hall Facility Use
$25 minimum (2 1/2 hours)
$10/hour each additional hour
This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farmington City Council in open
session on the 4th day of August, 1997.
Mayor
Attested to the _____ day of August, 1997.
SEAL
City Administrator
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TO:
Mavor. Councilmembers and
Cir; Administrator~
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FROM:
Daniel M. Siebenaler
Chief of Police
SUBJECT:
Criminal History Ordinance
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION / DISCUSSION
The Fannington Police Department received its first Audit by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety
Criminal Justice Information System on Tuesday, July 29, 1997. Staff preparation and adherence to policy
and procedural guidelines resulted in successful completion of that audit.
The audit did recommend the amendment of local ordinances to allow for the use of Criminal History
background checks for employment application and Peddler's License applications. These code changes
are similar to those already in place for Liquor License applications. The attached ordinances has been
reviewed by the City Attorney's office and has been approved.
ACTION REQUESTED
Adopt Criminal History Ordinance as presented.
Respectfully submitted,
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Daniel M. Siebenaler
Chief of Police
CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oale Street. Farminijton/ MN 55024. (612) 463.7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
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CITY OF FARMINGTON
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE
An Ordinance Amending the Title 1 - Administrative - by Adding Chapter 15 -
Criminal History Background Investigation; and Title 3, Chapter 18 - Peddlers,
Solicitors and Transient Merchants - Section 3 - Application and Issuance
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FARMINGTON HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I:
Title 1 of the City Code shall be amended by
adding Chapter 15 - Criminal History Background
Investigation - as follows
1-15-1:
Criminal History Background Investigation
The Farmington Police Department is authorized to do a criminal history
background investigation on applicants for City employment. Before the
investigation is undertaken, the applicant must authorize the Police Department,
in writing, to undertake the investigation and to release the information to the
City Council, City Administrator, and other City staff as appropriate. Should
the City reject the applicant's request for employment due, partially or solely,
to the applicant's prior conviction of a crime, the City Administrator shall
notify the applicant, in writing, of the following:
A) The grounds and reasons for the denial;
B) The applicable complaint and grievance procedure set forth in M. S. 364.06;
C) The earliest date the applicant may reapply for employment; and
D) That all competent evidence of rehabilitation will be considered upon
reallocation.
SECTION II: Title 3, Chapter 18, Section 3(H) - Application
and Issuance - shall be amended by adding
(underlined) and deleting (otruclt) as follows:
3-18-3:
Hi Every ~p~lication ohall bear the ,:rittcR re~ort ~nd rccommcnaation of the
2hief of Vol ice aftcr an inveoti~ation of the moral character of the
applicant. At the time of making application. the applicant shall. in writing.
authorize the Farmington Police Department to investigate all facts set out in
the application and do a personal background and criminal record check on the
applicant. The applicant shall further authorize the Police Department to
release information received from such investigation to the City Council.
Should the City deny the applicant's re~est for a license due. partially or
solely. to the applicant's prior conviction of a crime. the City Council shall
notify the applicant. in writing. of the following:
1. The grounds and reasons for the denial:
2. The applicable complaint and grievance procedure set forth in M. S. 364.06:
3. The earliest date the applicant may reapply for a license: and
4. That all competent evidence of rehabilitation will be considered upon
reapplying.
SECTION III:
official newspaper of the City
following such publication.
After adoption, signing and attestation, this
ordinance shall be published one time in the
and shall be in effect on and after the day
Enacted and ordained the 4th day of August, 1997.
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TO: Mayor. Councilmembers, City
AdministratorL~
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FROM: Lee M. Mann, P.E.,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
SUBJECT: Seal Coat Public Hearing
DATE: August 4. 1997
INTRODUCTION
Previously, the Council set the date for the Seal Coat assessment hearing for August 4, 1997.
DISCUSSION
Due to the timing of the project and changes to the scope of the work, the assessment hearing could
not be held on August 4, 1997. One street had to be deleted from the project so the assessment roll
will change from the original. The deleted street will be added to next year's project.
BUDGET IMPACT
N/A
RECOMMENDATION
That the Council set the Assessment hearing for the Seal Coat project for September 15, 1997 by
resolution.
Respectfully submitted.
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Lee M. Mann, P .E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
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CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oak Street. Farminijton/ MN 5502~ · (612) 463.7111 · Faff (612) 463-2591
RESOLUTION NO. R - 97
RESCHEDULING PUBLIC HEARING
- PROJECT NO. 97-05-
1997 SEAL COAT PROJECT
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Farmington, Minnesota, was held in the Civic Center of said City of the 4th day of August, 1997
at 7:00 P.M..
The following members were present:
The following members were absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following resolution.
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution no. R 54-97 of the Council adopted on the 5th day of May, 1997, the City Clerk was
directed to prepare a proposed assessment of the costs of the following improvements:
Proiect
97 -05
Descriotion
Seal Coating Streets
Location
see Attachment A
; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that:
1. The hearing scheduled for the 4th day of August will be rescheduled and held in the Council Chambers in City
Hall on the 15th day of September, 1997 at 7:00 P.M. to act upon such proposed assessment at such time and
place and all persons owning property affected by such improvement will be given an opportunity to be heard
with reference to such assessment.
2. The City Clerk is hereby directed to cause a notice of the hearing on the proposed assessment to be published
once in the official newspaper at least two weeks prior to the hearing, and he shall state in the notice the total
cost of the improvement. He shall also cause mailed notice to be given to the owner of each parcel described
in the assessment roll not less than two weeks prior to the hearings.
3. The owner of any property so assessed may, at any time, prior to certification of the assessment to the County
auditor, pay the whole of the assessment on such property, with interest accrued to the date of payment, to the
Clerkffreasurer, except that no interest shall be charged if the entire assessment is paid within thirty (30) days
from the adoption of the assessment. The owner may at any time thereafter pay to the Clerkffreasurer the
entire amount of the assessment remaining unpaid, with interest accrued to December 31 of the year in which
such payment is made. Such payment must be made before November 15 or interest will be charged
through December 31 of the succeeding year.
This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farmington City Council in open session on the
4th day of August, 1997.
Attested to the
day of
,1997.
SEAL
Mayor
Clerk! Administrator
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FROM:
Mayor, councilmem~e.3Jf
City Administrator j-) c.-
Michael Schultz, Planning Intern
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TO:
SUBJECT: Second Quarter Building
Permit Summary
DATE: August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
This is the second quarter update of the housing activity within the city. These
numbers can be used as a measurement toward growth of the city.
DISCUSSION
From April 1 to June 30, 1997, a total of 85 single-family housing permits were
issued. This number is down in comparison to the number of permits issued during the
same period last year of 121.
A year to date total of 130 single-family units have been permitted. At this rate the
yearly total would near 260 units. This would estimate out to be a 90 unit drop-off
from the 1996 year-end total of 350.
Reasons vary for the projected 26% decrease in single-family permits. Local market
forces and limited lot selection within current developments are two theories why new
housing starts are down within the city. As of the end of June there were
approximately 260 single-family housing lots open for development.
There are several existing developments submitting their next respective additions; this
should push new housing starts back toward the projected 300 units per year range.
Among them are East Farmington 3rd Addition and Troy Hills 4th Addition. Also,
there are some additional new developments that have either been completed or are
within the development process. These developments include Pine Ridge Forest,
Cameron Woods and Riverside Townhomes. Eventually, both the current and new
developments will give potential homeowners more choice in lot size, location and
housing type; in turn pushing new housing permits back up.
Single-family permits have been valued at $8,714,754 for an average per household
construction value of $102,527. This is up from the first quarter housing construction
value of $97,662. Only 22 % of the new housing units had a preconstruction value of
$120,000+ .
CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oak Street. Farminijton, MN 55024 · (612) 463-7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
ACTION REQUIRED
This memo is for information purposes only.
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FROM:
James Bell, Parks and Recreation
Director
SUBJECT:
School/Conference Request - Mn. Ice
Arena Managers Conference
DATE:
A.ugust 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
Attendance at the Minnesota Ice Arena 1Vlanagers Conference held September 3-5. 1997 at Ruttger's in
Deerwood is being planned.
DISCUSSION
This conference is an annual event for lee Arena t.fanagers and staff. Sessions are scheduled for both ice
arena management and maintenance activities. The Director. Fac1lities Supervisor and Fac1lities Worker
will be attending these sessions.
BUDGET IMPACT
The adopted 1991 Ice Arena budget includes funding for this conference.
ACTION REOUIRED ,
For infonnation only.
Respectfully submitte<t
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TO:
Mayor, Councilmem~ers
City Administrato~
James Bell, Parks and Recreation
Director
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Adopt Resolution to Authorize
Preparation of Plans, Specifications and
Advertisement of Bids for the Swimming
Pool Bathhouse
DATE:
August 4,1997
INTRODUCTION
Authorize preparation of plans and specifications and authorize the advertisement for bids for the
Swimming Pool Bathhouse ADA upgrades.
DISCUSSION
This project is at the stage where the preparation of plans, specifications and advertisement for bids for
the ADA upgrades to the Swimming Pool Bathhouse is appropriate. Work will include modifications to
the concession area, all four restrooms and showers.
BUDGET IMPACT
The funds for this project are included in the 1997 CDBG funding. The estimated cost of this project is
$53,763, which includes all engineering, legal and contingency.
ACTION REQUESTED
Adopt a resolution ordering plans, specifications and advertisement for bids to ADA upgrade the
Swimming Pool Bathhouse.
J Respectfully submitted,
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James Bell
Parks and Recreation Director
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CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oale Street. Farminijton/ MN 55024 · (612) 463-7111 · Faff (612) 463-2591
PRO P 0 SED
RESOLUTION
ORDER PRBPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
- SWIMMJ:NG POOL BATH HOUSE -
Pursuanc co due call and notice thereot. a regular meec~ng of the City council of
the City of Farmingto~. Mir~~esota, was held in the Civ~c Center of said City o~
the 4th day of August. 1997 at 7:00 P.M..
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Member
~ncroduced and Member
seconded the follow~ng:
WHEREAS, mon~es for the ADA upgrades to the municipal sw~mming pool bath house
were included in che 1997 CDBG f~~ding; and
WHEREAS, the engineering firm of Bonestroo. Rosene and Anderlik has proposed to
prepare plans and specifications for the lmprovements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RBSOLVED that the firm of Bonestroo, Rosene and Anderlik
are hereby author~zed to prepare plans and specifications for the ADA
improvements to the municipal swimming pool bath house.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Bonestroo, Rosene and Anderlik are authorized to
advertise for bids for construction or said project.
This resolut~on adopted by recorded vote of the Farm~ngton City Council ln open
session on the 4th day of August, 1997.
Mayor
Attested to the
day of July, 1997.
City Adminl.scracor
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TO:
Mavor, Councilmembers
CitY Administrat~
FROM:
David L. Olson i
Community Development Director
SUBJECT:
Comprehensive Plan Update/
Grant Application
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
The City of Farmington, along with all other cities in the Seven County Metro Area, is required to
update its Comprehensive Plan by December 31, 1998. The Metropolitan Council is currently
accepting grant applications from cities and townships for up to $20,000 to assist in preparation of
these plan updates.
DISSCUSSION
The City of Farmington has been encouraged to apply for a grant to assist with the completion of
the City's Comprehensive Plan Update. A copy ofthe grant application is attached and based on
the scoring criteria, the City's application should score tairly well.
It is the intent to complete the majority of the Comprehensive Plan Update in-house utilizing City
staff. However there are portions of the plan update for which we may wish to retain an outside
consultant. In addition, certain City stat! costs can be credited towards the local minimum 25%
local match.
BUDGET IMPACT
Any additional outside revenues that can be secured will aid in the attempts of the City to reduce
costs associated with updating the Comprehensive Plan.
ACTION REQUESTED
Adopt a resolution authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Met Council to be used
to assist with the cost of the preparation of the Comprehensive Plan Update.
Respect S~,__, . _
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David L. Olson
Community Development Director
CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oak Street · Farminijton, MN 55024 · (612) 463.7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
PRO P 0 SED
RESOLUTION
APPROVE APPLICATION FOR METROPOLITAN COUNCIL GRANT
FOR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of ~he City Co~~cil
of ~he City of :armington, Minnesota, was held ~n the CO~~Cl~ :hambers of sa~d
City on the 4th day of August, :997 at ~:OO P.M..
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following resolution:
WHBRBAS, the City of Farmington is required to update its Comprehensive Plan
by ~ecember 21, 1998; and
WHBRBAS, the Metropolitan Council is accepting grant applications from cities
and townships to assist in preparation of these plan updates; and
WHBRBAS, additional outside revenues will reduce the City COStS associated
with updating the Plan.
NOW, TBBRBPORB, BB IT RESOLVED that the City Council of ~he City of Farmington
hereby approves the submittal of an application to the Metropolitan Counc~l for
a grant to assist in the preparation ofche Comprehens~ve Plan Update.
This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farm~ngton City Council in open
session on the 4th day of August, 1997.
Mayor
Attested to the
day of August, :997.
:~cy Administrator
APPENDIX A
APPUCATION FOR
LOCAL PLANNING ASSISTANCE GRANT
Name of CommUDity
Farmington
Name of Contact (Contract Administrator)
David L. Olson, Community Development Dir ctor
Address
325 Oak Street
(City, Zip)
Farmington, MN 55024
Telephone and Fax
(612) 463-1860 Fax - (612) 463-2591
GRANT AMOUNT REQUESTED
Tottzl tzr1IO'U1It not exceed 75 % 0 the tottzl cost 0 the work
FUNDING CRITERIA AND OBJECI1VES
$20,000
. Does your community include the illustrative 2020 MUSA?
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. Do you have Regional WasteWater Inflow and Infi1tration Reduction
Goals?
. Are you required to prepare a Local Water Management Plan?
Onl if watasbed anent 'on has leted a Ian)
. Have you adopted Transportation Initiatives? (Trails, Transit. Parle and
Ride, etc.
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. Will you identify Economic Development in Brownfield Redevelopment
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APPliCATION FOR
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Are you, or will you be a Livable Communities Participant, or have a Life
cle Housin Plan?
Will your ordinances provide opportUnities for Life Cycle Housing?
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Yes
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Yes
Indicate the loan amount and request loan information by contacting the
staff indicated below.
Be sure to include the followiDg information:
. Attachment A - Work Plan and Budget
. Attat!mnent B - Resolution
. Attachment C - Ootional Information - Describe unique growth pressures and development issues
within your community.
. Indicate name and title of city officials or staffbaving signature authority for the grant agreement.
PI.. submit application to:
Linda O'Connor, Office of Local Assistance
Metropolitan Council, Mears Park Centre
230 East Sth Street., Saint Paul, MN 55101-1634
Telephone (612) 602-1098
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Mayor, Councilme~?J!:.S'
Citv Administrato~-
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SUBJECT:
Waiver of Plat - Gerster Site
DATE:
August 4. 1997
INTRODUCTION
The property located to the south of the Gerster Building at 332 Third Street, known as the
Gerster infill development site, requires a waiver of plat in order for Mr. James Gerster to
acquire the lot and construct an addition to the Gerster Jewelers building.
DISCUSSION
The owner of the Gerster building acquired the infilllot to the south from the City HRA. This
lot was originally platted with the Exchange Bank Building, and in order to acquire the infilllot,
a waiver of plat is required to split the originally platted lot. A waiver of plat requires that when
the lot is split into two separate parcels, each parcel has to meet the mimimum zoning
requirements for the zone.
In this case, the lot resides in a B-2 zone and requires a minimum lot size of 5,000 square feet. If
the Exchange Bank Building lot is split. the lot which contains the bank building consists of
2,860 square feet and the infilllot consists of 1,838.3 7 square feet. Typically, the waiver of plat
is handled by the Zoning Officer administratively, however, because the lots do not meet the
minimum requirements of the zone, the City Council must review and approve the waiver of
plat.
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this procedure and recommends approval ofthe
waiver of plat contingent upon the owner combining the infilllot with the lot that contains the
existing Gerster Building as one lot of record.
ACTION REQUIRED
Approve the waiver of plat for the Gerster infill development site contingent upon the owner
recording the lots as one lot.
Respectfully submitted, ;--
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Lee Smick, AICP
Planning Coordinator
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EXlIIDIT "A"
The following described lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and
being in the County of Dakota and state of Minnesota to-wit:
That part of Lots Four (4) and Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22) of
the Town of Farmington more particularly described as: Commencing at
the Southeast corner of Lot Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22); thence
West along the south line of said Block, 100 feet to a point; thence
running North parallel with the East line of said Block, 70 feet to a
point; thence running East and parallel with the south line of said
Block, 20 feet; thence South and parallel with the East line of said
Block, one foot to a point; thence East and parallel to the south
line of said Block, 80 feet to the East line of said Block Twenty two
(22), thence south along the East line of said Block, 69 feet to
point of beginning, all being in the Town of Farmington EXCEPTING
TIUKREFROH: That part of Lots Four (4) and Five (5) in Block Twenty
two (22) of the Town of Farmington more particularly described as:
Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot Five (5) in Block Twenty
two (22); thence West along the south line of said Block, 100 feet to
a point; thence running North parallel with the East line of said
Block, 70 feet to a point; thence running East and parallel with the
south line of said Block, 20 feet; thence South and parallel with the
East line of said Block to a point 44.4 feet north of the South line
of Lot Four (4); thence East 80 feet to the East line of said Block
Twenty two (22) to a point 44 feet north of the Southeast corner of
Lot Five (5); thence south along the East line of said Block, 44 feet
to point of beginning
according to the plat thereof now on file and of record in the office of
the County Recorder within and for said County and State.
SUBJECT to a fire escape egress easement over the South 10 feet of the
above described property. Said fire escape easement being more
particularly described as creating egress from the second story Northeast
exit of the following described benefitted property onto the roof of the
above described property and from the roof of the above described
property to the ground level, via the West wall, of the building to be
constructed on the above described property. Said benefitted property
"eing legally described as follows:
..'he following described lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and
being in the County of Dakota and State of Minnesota to-wit:
That part of Lots Four (4) and Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22) of
the Town of Farmington more particularly described as: Commencing at
the Southeast corner of Lot Five (5) in Block Twenty two (22); thence
West along the south line of said Block, 100 feet to a point; thence
running North parallel with the East line of said Block, 70 feet to a
point; thence running East and parallel with the south line of said
Block, 20 feet; thence South and parallel with the East line of said
Block to a point 44.4 feet north of the South line of Lot Four (4);
thence East 80 feet to the East line of said Block Twenty two (22) to
a point 44 feet north of the Southeast corner of Lot Five (5); thence
south along the East line of said Block, 44 feet to point of
beginning
according to the plat thereof now on file and of record in the office of
the County Recorder within and for said County and state.
All costs and expenses of design installation, maintaining, and repair of
said fire escape system to be the sole cost, expense and obligation of
the benefitted property with the design, location, manner of
installation, and construction of said fire escape system to be approved
by the burdened property prior to construction thereof which approval
shall not be unreasonably withheld.
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TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: John F. Erar, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Acknowledgement of Resignation -
Police Officer
DATE: August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
The City has received notice of resignation from Police Officer Kevin Rofidal etfective August
4, 1997.
DISCUSSION
Mr. Rofidal will be assuming a similar position with another metro area city. According to Police
Chief Siebenalar, Kevin has performed his responsibilities in a very professional, competent and
enthusiastic manner during his tenure with the City.
The community has been very fortunate to have had the talents of such a committed police
officer in the public safety functions of the City organization.
ACTION REQUESTED
Acknowledge Mr. Rofidal's resignation from the Farmington Police Department effective
August 4, 1997.
Re~ec$ful~y ~lbmitted,
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Yohn F. Erar
/City Administrator
CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oalc Street · Farminijton/ MN 55024 · (612) 463.7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
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FROM:
Mayor and City COLl.~91-,
City Administrator~
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Robin Roland, Finance Director
TO:
SUBJECT: Fire Relief Association Pension
Request for 1998
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
The Farmington Fire Department Cataract Relief Association has submitted its request for
the 1998 pension benefit and municipal funding for that organization.
DISCUSSION
The Board of Directors met on July 29, 1997 and approved a request to the City of Farmington to
increase the annual benefit from the current $1650 to $1750, effective January 1, 1998. They
also requested that the City maintain its contribution to the Cataract Fire Relief Association at the
$45,000 level for budget year 1998.
Due to the continued strong showing by the investments in the Relief Association's portfolio and
the City's contributions, the pension under funding of the previous two years has been significantly
reduced. Increasing the pension benefit by $100 per year helps bring the association more in line
with surrounding communities.
BUDGET IMPACT
The City's proposed 1998 Budget includes the $45,000 Fire Levy.
ACTION REQUIRED
Approve the amendment to the Fire Relief Association by-laws increasing the annual pension
benefit to $1750 effective January 1, 1998.
Respectfully submitted,
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Robin Roland
Finance Director
CitlJ. of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oale Street. Farminijton, MN 55024 · (612) 463.7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
Date: July 30, 1997
To: Mayor & City Council
From: Farmington Fire Department
Cataract Relief Association
Subject: Association Pension Request for 1998
The Board of Directors of the Farmington Fire Department Cataract Relief Association
have been meeting recently to discuss the 1998 pension and also the future goals of the
association.
On July 29, 1997 the Farmington Fire Department Cataract Relief Association passed a
motion to request a pension increase from $ 1,650.00 to $ 1,750.00 per year of service
effective January I, 1998, the city's contribution request is $ 45,000.00.
Thank you.
Respectfully submitted,
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Thomas E. Hemish
Secretary
c.c. John Erar, City Administrator
Robin Roland, City Finance Director
Cataract Board of Directors
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COUNCIL REGISTER
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1.5 MG ELEVATED WATER TOWER
GENSTAR TRUNK SEWER
COMPREHENSIVE SEWER POLICY PL.
LEGAL FEES - GENERAL
LEGAL FEES - GENERAL
PUBLIC WKS BLDG DOOR REPAIR
POOL FILTER REPLACE.&CHEM CTRL
SPRINT ANTENNAS-EXIST.WTR THR
OFFICE SUPPLIES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
920.00
920.00*
14.20
35.06
70.14
35.06
154.46*
100.00
1,500.00
290.00
1,890.00*
34.40
154.57
188.97*
70.01
70.01*
907.20
907.20*
223.16
223.16*
227.24
227.24*
1,640.42
1,640.42*
25.00
:5.00*
167.14
167.14*
17,552.75
96.75
207.00
:8,956.85
925.85
5,008.74
4,825.00
74.00
137.69
408.75
1,365.38
181.50
19,500.00
90.00
3,647.00
34.50
892.05
1,119.00
843.40
1,488.00
87,354.21*
405.06
405.06*
114 . 92
69.00
59.70
343.55
OH
OR
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OR
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OR
OH
OR
OH
OH
OH
OH
OR
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OH
OH
COUNCIL REGISTER
VENDOR
BUDGET OIL CO
<*>
BUG BUSTERS INC
<*>
BURNSVILLE SANITARY COMPANY
<*>
CAMAS
<*>
CARQUEST
<*>
COMM CENTER
<*>
COMPUTER CHEQUE OF MINNESOTA I
<*>
D & 0 PROPERTIES
<*>
DAKOTA COUNTY LUMBER COMPANY
<*>
DAKOTA COUNTY SOIL AND WATER
<*>
DAKOTA COUNTY TECHNICAL COLLEG
<*>
DAKOTA COUNTY TREASURER
<*>
DAKOTA COUNTY TREASURER/AUDITO
<*>
DAKOTA ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION
<*>
DELTA DENTAL PLAN OF MINNESOTA
<*>
DUEBERS DEPT STORE
<*>
DUSTCOATING INC
<*>
DYNA SYSTEMS
<*>
ECONOMY HANDICRAFTS
<*>
EMERGITEK CORPORATION
<*>
ERAR, JOHN
<*>
FARMINGTON BAKERY INC
<*>
ACTIVITY
PARK MAINT
SOLID WASTE
STREET MAINT
FIRE SERVICES
SOLID WASTE
STREET MAINT
SOLID WASTE
SNOW REMOVAL
LIQUOR
LIQUOR
BUILDING MAINT
ICE ARENA
PARK MAINT
STREET MAINT
TREE MAINTENANCE
WATER UTILITY
DEVLPR CAP PROJ
FIRE SERVICES
PATROL SERVICES
COUNTY ROAD 31
COMMUNICATIONS
EMERG MGMT SERV
PARK MAINT
SIGNAL MAINT
SEVERANCE FUND
Recreation prog
STREET MAINT
SOLID WASTE
Recreation prog
FIRE SERVICES
ADMINISTRATION
ENGINEERING SERV
SOLID WASTE
31-JUL-1997 (11;45)
DESCRIPTION
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
TREATMENT FOR ANTS
DUMPING FEES - JL~E
CLASS 5
PARTS - AIR FILTER
2-WAY RADIO INSTALLED
QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP-DWNTWN
RENT - AUGUST '97
CREDIT BAL. ON ACCOUNT
SUPPLIES
LUMBER
LANDSCAPE TIMBER
TREATED TIMBER
CONCRETE MIX
URBAN SVCS - VARIOUS PROJECTS
EMER. RESPONSE DRIVING COURSE
CUSTOMIZED TRAINING
CP 31-31
800 MHZ CONSULTANT STUDY
SIREN - PILOT KNOB ROAD
USED POLES FOR BALL PARKS
STREET LIGHTS - 9TH ST
MTHLY PREMIUM - AUG '97
POOH'S CLASS - SUPPLIES
CHLORIDE APPLIED FOR DUSTCNTRL
PARTS/SUPPLIES
SUPPLIES
REPAIRS
AUG' 97 CAR ALLOWANCE - ERAR, J .
FILM PROCESSING
SUPPLIES
CHECK AMOUNT CK-SUBSYS
190.76
483.54
150.52
1,422.09*
75.00
76.00*
7,609.85
7,609.85*
142.53
142.53*
20.24
20.24*
558.80
558.80*
109.88
109.88*
3,186.88
3,186.88*
-20.06
9.08
31.29
7.89
288.89
7.83
324.92*
467.00
467.00*
435.00
184.00
519.00*
9,948.23
9,948.23*
909.00
909.00*
5.33
255.00
2,051.89
2,312.22*
2,210.70
2,210.70*
41.50
41.50*
99.00
99.00*
118.49
118.49*
343.68
343.68*
115.00
115.00*
200.00
7.67
207.67*
16.20
16.20*
OH
OR
OH
OB
OB
OB
OR
OR
OR
OR
OR
OR
OH
OR
OR
OR
OH
OR
OR
OR
OR
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OR
OR
OH
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COUNCIL REGISTER
VENDOR
ACTIVITY
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FARMINGTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION COUNTY ROAD 31
<*:>
FARMINGTON EMPLOYEE CLUB GENERAL FUND
<*:>
FARMINGTON INDEPENDENT FIRE SERVICES
LIQUOR
<*:>
FARMINGTON PRINTING INC COMMUNICATIONS
COUNTY ROAD 31
LIQUOR
PARK MAINT
SENIOR CITIZEN
SEWER OPEATIONS
SOLID WASTE
STORM WATER UTIL
<*:>
FARMINGTON-SELECT ACCOUNT, CIT
GENERAL FUND
<*:>
FEDERAL RESERVE BANK
GENERAL FUND
<*:>
FEED-RITE CONTROLS INC
ICE ARENA
WATER UTILITY
<*:>
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF FARMING
GENERAL FUND
<*:>
FIRST NATIONAL INSURANCE
ESCROW FUND
<*:>
FRITZ COMPANY INC
LIQUOR
<*:>
FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS
ADMINISTRATION
COMM DEVELOP
ICE ARENA
SEWER OPEATIONS
SOLID WASTE
WATER UTILITY
<*:>
GAEBEL, MARY
<*:>
GERGER, LEIGHA
<*:>
GILBERT ADVERTISING CO
<*:>
GOPHER SIGN CO
<*:>
GOPHER STATE ONE-CALL INC
Recreation prog
SWIMMING POOL
RECREATION PROGR
STREET MAINT
SEWER OPEATIONS
WATER UTILITY
<*:>
GRANNIS & GRANNIS P.A.
ADMINISTRATION
BOARDS & COMM
BUILDING INSPECT
EAST FGTN PUD
ENGINEERING SERV
GEN ACCOUNTING
LEGISLATIVE CTRL
PERSONNEL
31-JUL-1997 (1l:45)
DESCRIPTION
BLDG USE PERMIT NO. 2054
EMPLOYEE CLu~ DUES W/H 8/1 P/R
SUBSCRIPTION
1/4 PAGE AD
NEWSLETTER & INSERT
NEWSLETTER & INSERT
LABELS
STAT OF CITY LOGO
ENVELOPES
FOLDING UTITLITY BILLS
FOLDING UTITLITY BILLS
FOLDING UTITLITY BILLS
W/H FROM 8/1 P/R
SAVINGS BOND W/H FROM 8/1 P/R
MERCH RETURN - 35% RESTOCK FEE
SUPPLIES
STATE W/H FROM 7/30 P/R
POLICE RESERVE ACCIDENT INS.
CIGARETTES ETC
PHONE CHARGES
PHONE CHARGES
PHONE CHARGES
PHONE CHARGES
PHONE CHARGES
PHONE CHARGES
REFUND FOR FISHING CLASS
POOL UNIFORM
BALLOONS
SUPPLIES/PARTS
JUNE '97 SERVICE
JUNE '97 SERVICE
LEGAL FEES
LEGAL FEES
LEGAL FEES
LEGAL FEES
LEGAL FEES
LEGAL FEES
LEGAL FEES
LEGAL FEES
CHECK AMOUNT CK-SUBSYS
87.00
87.00*
41.00
41.00*
18.00
75.00
93.00*
769.59
279.26
15.17
5.86
192.45
1l.36
11.36
11. 3 6
1,296 .41*
1,005.80
1,005.80*
25.00
25.00*
-330.46
3,019.62
2,689.16*
4,107.22
4,107.22*
350.00
350.00*
961.95
961.95*
2,058.95
31.18
31. 18
273.41
31.18
43.17
2,469.07*
10.00
10.00*
17.88
17.88*
243.03
243.03*
60.65
60.65*
346.50
346.50
693.00*
285.00
19.00
19.00
287.50
1,054.50
38.00
471. 00
617.50
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OR
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OR
OH
OH
OH
OH
COUNCIL REGISTER
VENDOR
GRANNIS & GRANNIS P.A.
<*>
GRIGGS COOPER & CO
<*>
HANSON, MARY
<*>
HENDRICKS. MARY
<*>
HYDRO SUPPLY CO
<*>
ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST-457
<*>
IKON CAPITAL
<*>
INDEPENDENT BLACK DIRT CO INC
<*>
J I T POWER COATING
<*>
JIRIK SOD FARMS INC
<*>
JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPAN
<*>
KIT AND KABOODLE
<*>
KWIK TRIP
<*>
LABOR RELATIONS ASSOCIATES INC
<*>
LAKER SALES COMPANY
<*>
LAKEVILLE, CITY OF
<*>
LARSON, LENA
<*>
LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES
<*>
LEXINGTON STANDARD CORP.
<*>
LOCAL GVMT INFO SYSTEMS ASSN.
<*>
LUVERNE FIRE APPARATUS CO LTD
ACTIVITY
PLANNING/ZONING
POLICE ADMIN
RESERVOIR CONSTR
LIQUOR
ADMINISTRATION
Senior Center
WATER UTILITY
GENERAL FUND
ADMINISTRATION
WATER UTILITY
HRA CAP PROJECTS
WATER 1.1'TILITY
LIQUOR
PARK IMPROVEMENT
BUILDING INSPECT
FLEET MAINT SERV
INVESTIGATION
PARK MAINT
SEWER OPEATIONS
SNOW REMOVAL
SOLID WASTE
WATER UTILITY
PERSONNEL
SWIMMING POOL
PATROL SERVICES
RESCUE SQUAD
SEWER OPEATIONS
MIS
GENERAL FUND
HRA CAP PROJECTS
BUILDING INSPECT
GEN ACCOUNTING
MIS
PAYROLL
FIRE SERVICES
31-JUL-1997 (11:45)
DESCRIPTION
LEGAL FEES
LEGAL FEES
LEGAL FEES
WINE RETURN
tHLEAGE
GAS FOR BUS - GARDEN TOUR
PARTS/SUPPLIES PO#6792&6793
DEF. COMPo W/H FROM 8/1 P/R
MINOLTA EP 5420 RENTAL PYMT.
2 YDS - WALNUT ST
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIST. #6
SOD
LIQUOR
PAYMENT FOR CONCERT SERIES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
FUEL CHARGES
JUNE '97 SERVICES
MERCH FOR RESALE @ POOL
JUNE '97 DISPATCH CHARGES
JUNE '97 DISPATCH CHARGES
LIC. & SALES TAX ON PICK-UP
MILEAGE - DKTA CTY VO TECH
UNION DUES W/H FROM 8/1 P/R
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIST #3
SUPPORT FEES - .JUNE '97
SUPPORT FEES - .JUNE '97
SUPPORT FEES - ,,-oNE '97
SUPPORT FEES - JUNE '97
ACTUATOR & VALVE
CHECK AMOUNT CK-SUBSYS
551. 00
4,231.44
85.50
7,659.44*
5,954.18
5,954.18*
12.71
12.71*
19.76
19.76*
2,228.61
2,228.61*
3,028.90
3,028.90*
287.89
287.89*
20.00
20.00*
13,400.70
13,400.70*
54.73
54.73*
8,683.96
8,683.96*
300.00
300.00*
16.40
13.58
244.01
422.58
69.37
358.64
80.04
67.25
1,271.87*
92 .50
92.50*
943.34
943.34*
3,156.95
1.578.48
1,349.34
6,084.77*
12.40
12.40*
148.50
148.50*
11,114.90
11,114.90"
367.07
713.77
186.80
267.55
1,535.19"
581.23
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
:JH
OH
OR
OH
OH
OH
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OH
CH
OH
OH
OH
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OH
COUNCIL REGISTER
VENDOR
ACTIVITY
31-JUL-1997 (1l:45)
DESCRIPTION
CHECK AMOUNT CK-SUBSYS
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LYNDE COMPANY LLC, THE
<*>
~ANKE, JOHN
<*>
MC NAMARA CONTRACTING INC.
<*>
MENARDS
<*>
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL ENVIORNME
<w>
MIDWAY INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO IN
<*>
MINCKE. KEVIN E
<*>
MINNESOTA AFSCME COUNCIL #14
<*>
MINNESOTA PIPE AND EQUIPMENT
<*>
MN FIRE SERVICE CERTIFICATION
<*>
MN GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS
<*>
MORE 4
<*>
MOSELEY. WILLIAM
<*>
MURPHY, JAMES
<*>
MVTL LABORATORIES INC
<*>
NATROGAS INC.
<*>
NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY
<*>
NORTH STAR REPRO PRODUCTS INC
<*>
NORTON, LINDA K
<*>
NTFC CAPITAL CORPORATION
<*>
OFFICE MAX
<*>
OSTERTAG, NANCY
<*>
PARK SUPPLY INC
<w>
PEOPLES NATURAL GAS
WATER UTILITY
BUILDING INSPECT
STREET MAINT
LIQUOR PILOT KNB
PARK MAINT
SOLID WASTE
SEWER OPEATIONS
FLEET MAINT SERV
PATROL SERVICES
GENERAL FUND
WATER UTILITY
FIRE SERVICES
GEN ACCOUNTING
BUILDING MAINT
ENGINEERING SERV
POLICE ADMIN
Recreation prog
STREET MAINT
SEWER OPERATIONS
PATROL SERVICES
WATER UTILITY
STREET MAINT
EMERG MGMT SERV
SIGNAL MAINT
ENGINEERING SERV
PERSONNEL
ADMINISTRATION
ADMINISTRATION
Recreation prog
SWIMMING POOL
SOLID WASTE
RUST-GO
BUSINESS MEAL-BLDG OFF. MTG
TYPE 41 A WEAR/TICKETS
CR BAL ON ACCT
CR BAL ON ACCT
PARTS/SUPPLIES
SEWER SERVICE - APRIL
REGULATOR & GUAGE
UNIFORM SHOES
UNION DUES W/H FROM 8/1 P/R
BLUE MARKING PAINT
CERTIFICATION APPLICATION FEES
MNGFOA Jl.NNUAL CONF. - ROLAND, R.
SUPPLIES
FILM DEVELOPING
FILM DEVELOPMENT
SUPPLIES
CUPS
5038 U 182ND ST - FINAL BILL
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
CHLORINE TESTS
NATROGAS
615 4TH ST - CIVIL DEFENSE SIR
STREET LIGHTS
PAPER
CONSULTING SVS - JULY '97
CALLER 10 PHONE SYSTEM PAYMENT
copy paper PO#6772
REFUND FOR FUN IN THE SUN
PARTS/SUPPLIES
3360 220TH ST W#2
581. 23*
76.56
76.56*
10.00
10.00*
983.43
983.43*
86.04
-249.08
174.65
11.61*
67,084.00
67,084.00*
54.56
54.56*
66.28
66.28*
389.07
389.07*
135.21
135.21*
no.oo
110.00*
165.00
165.00*
35.75
6.38
14 .28
71.49
2.12
130.02*
106.92
106.92*
110.34
110.34*
66.00
66.00*
223.66
223.66*
6.28
2,853.97
2,860.25*
199.77
199.77*
375.00
375.00*
422.91
422.91*
191. 59
191.59*
16.00
16.00*
55.74
55.74*
22.87
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
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Un
OH
COUNCIL REGISTER
VENDOR
<*>
PEPSI COLA COMPANY
<*>
PERFORMANCE INDUSTRIAL COATING
<*>
PETERSON, YRISTEL
<*>
PHILLIPS WINE AND SPIRITS INC
<*>
PILGRIM PROMOTIONS INC
<*>
PITNEY BOWES
<*>
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT AS
<*>
QUALITY REFRIGERATION INC
<*>
QUALITY WINE AND SPIRITS CO
<*>
RADIOSHACK
<*>
RADISSON ARROWWOOD
<*>
RATZLAFF CONSTRUCTION
<*>
ROADRUNNER TRANSPORTATION INC
<*>
S & S WORLDWIDE
<*>
SCHOOLMEESTER, PAM
<*>
SELECT ACCOUNT
<*>
SKB ENVIRONMENTAL INC
<*>
ST CROIX COUNTY
<*>
STAR TRIBUNE
<*>
STARR AUTOMOTIVE
<*>
STATE CAPITOL CREDIT UNION
<*>
STREICHER'S
<*>
SWANSON, MARY
<*>
SWEDIN, ROSEMARY
<*>
THELEN, JEFFREY J
<*>
TOLL GAS AND WELDING SUPPLY
<*>
TOM TIX PLUMBING & HEATING
<*>
ACTIVITY
SWIMMING POOL
HRA CAP PROJECTS
Recreation prog
LIQUOR
Recreation prog
ADMINISTRATION
GENERAL FUND
LIQUOR
LIQUOR
SWIMMING POOL
GEN ACCOUNTING
GENERAL FUND
RESERVOIR CONSTR
Recreation prog
PARK MAINT
SEVERANCE FUND
SOLID WASTE
GENERAL FUND
POLICE ADMIN
FIRE SERVICES
GENERAL FUND
PATROL SERVICES
Recreation prog
GEN ACCOUNTING
HRA CAP PROJECTS
SOLID WASTE
BUILDING MAINT
31-JUL-1997 (11:45)
DESCRIPTION
PEPSI & MTN DEW
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIST #5
REFUND FOR FUN IN SUN PART 1
LIQUOR
SOCCER TEE SHIRTS
POSTAGE METER QTRLY CHARGES
LIFE INS W/H FROM 8/1 P/R
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
LIQUOR
REPAIR SERVICE PO#6887
MNGFOA CONF. - ROLAND, ROBIN
REFUND DEPOSIT/BIKE TRL REPAIR
COURIER CHARGES
SUPPLIES
EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENTS-PLANTS
PARTICIPANT FEES
RICH VALLEY DUMPING FEES
CHILD SUPPORT W/H FROM 8/1 P/R
26 WK SUBSCRIPTION
OIL CHANGE
'N/H FROM 8/1 P/R
SUPPLIES
REFUND FOR WAVE POOL
MILEAGE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIST #2
CYLINDER RENTAL
STOOL REPAIR - HOLDING CELL
CHECK AMOUNT CK-SUBSYS
22.87*
135.00
135.00*
11,302.26
11,302.26*
8.00
8.00*
1,413.61
1,413.61*
348.26
348.26*
709.89
709.89*
171.00
171. 00*
302.25
302.25*
1,590.20
1,590.20*
75.56
75.56*
268.38
268.38*
655.00
655.00*
24.75
24.75*
333.24
333.24*
66.83
66.83*
224.40
224.40*
78.50
78.50*
150.69
150.69*
108.68
108.68*
24.41
24.41*
1,511.07
1,511.07*
407.95
407.95*
17.50
17.50*
10.85
10.85*
1,382.39
1,382.39*
5.10
5.10*
135.37
135.37*
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
COUNCIL REGISTER
VENDOR
.;CTIVITY
31-JUL-1997 (11 :45)
DESCRIPTION
CHECK AMOUNT CK-Su~SYS
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TRIO SUPPLY COMPANY
<*>
TRUCOLOR STUDIO
<*>
UNITED WAY FUND OF ST. PAUL AR
<*>
UNITOG RENTAL SERVICES
<*>
WALSH, PAUL AND MARY
<*>
WELCOME FRIENDS
<*>
XEROX CORPORATION
<*>
ZEE SERVICE COMPANY
<*>
SWIMMING POOL
FIRE SERVICES
GENERAL FUND
FLEET MAINT SERV
SOLID WASTE
STREET !<'.AINT
WATER UTILITY
PARK MAINT
Senior Center
ADMINISTRATION
SWIMMING POOL
SUPPLIES
101. 80
101.80*
35.00
35.00*
29.00
PHOTOGRAPH FOR ID
W/H FROM 8/1/97 P!R
29.00*
UNIFORMS
UNIFORMS
UNIFORl-lS
UNIFORMS
39.90
39.96
109.82
10.00
199.68*
l80.00
180.00*
42.00
42.00*
AUG'97 BLDG RENTAL
FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS
COPIER COSTS
57.00
SUPPLIES
57.00*
42.44
42.44*
298,732.35*
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OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
OH
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TO:
May~r ~ counc~i~ hers and City
AdmInIstrator (.. .
/
FROM:
Lee M. Mann, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
SUBJECT:
Project 97-15, Elm Street Extension
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
This project provides for the Elm Street Extension and the Fourth Street Storm Water Pond construction.
The Elm Street Improvements will be completed to provide access to the South Suburban Medical Center
Clinic. The Fourth Street Storm Water Pond is to improve water quality in the Vermillion River and replace
a failed storm sewer system.
DISCUSSION
The City Council approved the plans and specifications for the Elm Street Extension and authorized staff to
proceed with the advertisement for bids at the June 16, 1997 meeting. Ryan Contracting, Inc. submitted the
low bid in the amount of $279,656.45.
The total project cost for Elm Street including contingencies, legal, administration and engineering costs is
$300,772.55. The project will include traffic signal modifications that are yet to be bid (estimated at
$64,375.(0). The estimate from the Elm Street Feasibility Study presented to the Council on May 19 was
$337,000.
The total project cost for the Fourth Street Pond project including contingencies, legal, administration and
engineering costs is $64.772.62. The estimate from the Main Street Feasibility Study was $62,400.
BUDGET IMPACT
The total estimated cost of the project based on the low bid is $365.495.17. The City will be assessing one
hundred percent (100%) of the cost of Elm Street ($300,722.55) to the South Suburban Medical Center
Clinic. The City will be funding the Fourth Street Pond from the Storm Water Utility Fund.
RECOMMENDATION
Accept the base and alternate bids of Ryan Contracting, Inc. for $279.656.45 and award the contract by
resolution.
~fr/~
Lee M. Mann, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
CitlJ of FarminlJ.ton 325 Oak Street. Farminijton/ MN 55024 · (612) 463-7111 · Faff (612) 463.2591
RESOLUTION NO. R -97
ACCEPT BID FROM RYAN CONTRACTING, INC. FOR
PROJECT 97-15, ELM STREET EXTENSION
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council ofthe City of Farmington,
Minnesota, was held in the Civic Center of said City on the 4th day of August, 1997 at 7:00 P.M..
The following members were present:
The following members were absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following resolution:
WHEREAS, pursuant to properly published notice. the following bids were received, opened and
tabulated, which complied with the advertisement:
Contractor
Ryan Contracting
Northdale Construction
BaseBid
$220,386.45
$238,257.11
Alternate Bid
$59,270.00
$59,025.25
Base Plus Alt.
$279,656.45
$297,282.36
; and
WHEREAS, it appears the firm of Ryan Contracting, Inc. is the lowest responsible bidder.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that:
1. The base and alternate bid of Ryan Contracting for $279,656.45 is hereby accepted.
2. The Mayor and Administrator are hereby authorized and directed to sign the appropriate
contracts .
This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farmington City Council in open session on the 4th day
of August, 1997.
Mayor
Attested to the
day of
.1997.
City Administrator
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TO:
Mayor, Councq~bers, City
Administrato~
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FROM:
Karen Finstuen, Administrative
Service Manager
SUBJECT:
Historic Resources Survey of
Downtown Farmington
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
The final report of the Historical Resources Survey has been completed and is now available for
the City Council's approval.
DISCUSSION
This document was prepared by Robert C. Vogel at the direction of the City Council and with the
assistance of the Heritage Preservation Commission. It is designed to be used as a reference
document in planning for the preservation, protection, and use of downtown historic properties.
Historic resources cannot be preserved and protected until they have been identified and
evaluated, which this document provides. Mr. Vogel will be present at the Council Meeting to
present the survey to the City Council.
BUDGET IMPACT
The cost of the survey is included in the 1997 budget.
ACTION REQUESTED
Accept the Historic Resources Survey of the Downtown Historic Preservation Planning Area.
Respectfully submitted,
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Karen Finstuen
Administrative Service Manager
cc: HPC, File, Robert Vogel
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TO:
Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM:
John F. Erar, City Administrator
SUBJECT:
Council-Management Team Work
Session Dates
DATE:
August 4. 1997
INTRODUCTION
As Council is aware, the second portion of the Counci1/Management Team Work Session was delayed
until Fall 1997. These sessions were approved by Council to promote communication and team building
between Council and senior staff, and to seek out opportunities for improved working relationships.
DISCUSSION
As previously planned, Council and the administrator met separately on February 7, 1997 to gather better
information on Council-administrator expectations, develop Council-administrator profiles and to discuss
a variety of organizational communication protocols.
As Council had indicated a preference to have two-four hour sessions versus one eight-hour session,
meeting dates have been scheduled for Wednesday, August 11 and Wednesday, September 10, 1997.
Work sessions would begin at 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on both dates.
Mr. Brimeyer and the management team have indicated their availability on both these dates as well. It is
proposed that both these sessions be held in Council Chambers using a "round table" configuration.
Mr. Brimeyer, as facilitator, has indicated that the first session would focus on opportunities, challenges,
expectations and related Council-staff communication issues. The second session would identify
strategies, plans and objectives that would allow achievement of these issues.
BUDGET IMPACT
Work session costs were previously approved by Council on January 6, 1997 and include these two
additional sessions.
ACTION REQUESTED
Approve the proposed Council-Management Team Work Session dates of August 28 and September 10,
1997.
Respectful~ submitted,
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fohn F. Erar
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TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: John F. Erar, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Open House for CSAH 31
DATE: August 4. 1997
As indicated at the recent July 21, 1997 Council meeting, an open house for the CSAH 31
Realignment Project would be scheduled to provide affected residents with an opportunity to
review Dakota County's proposed road reconstruction plans.
DISCUSSION
An Open House for the CSAH 31 Realignment Project has been scheduled for Tuesday, August
26, 1997 at the Dakota Electric Cooperative Building from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dakota County
engineering representatives, along with involved City stat!, will be present to answer questions.
The meeting room, graciously provided by Dakota Electric, has capacity for approximately 200
people with ample room to layout project plans.
Although open houses and informational meetings have been held in the past on this project,
comments from citizens who attended the July 21, 1997 Council meetings suggested that an open
house would be very helpful to residents who have very recently moved to Farmington, and who
were not able to attend past meetings.
BUDGET IMPACT
None.
ACTION REQUESTED
Approve the date of the CSAH 31 Open House for August 26, 1997 at the Dakota Electric
Cooperative building from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Public Notices will be published in the
Farmington Independent and meeting notice Hyers will be distributed at the Budget Mart and
Farmington Liquor store on Pilot Knob Road. The City will make every attempt possible to
communicate the date, time and location of the Open House to the general public.
Respectfully submitted,
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Mavor. Councilmem~
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FROM:
James Bell. Parks and Recreation
Director
SUBJECT:
City Gateway Signs
DATE:
August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
City gateway signs are included in the 1997 C.I.P.. Staff and community members have met to discuss the
design and content on the proposed signs and forward their ideas to Council.
DISCUSSION
Staff has discussed new City gateway signs, but had not completed any design to forward to Council. This
past spring, Willard Barnett approached the City Administrator about adding to the current signs. Staff
studied Mr. Barnett's proposal and felt some public input would be in order when discussing the design of
these signs. Therefore a committee was formed to discuss the City gateway signs. The committee
consisted of the following individuals,;,
1. Marilyn Weinholdt
2. Willard Barnett
3. 10hn Giegerich
4. Lee Smick
5. Dave Olson
6. James Bell
The committee met three different times to discuss information that should be included, the design and
location of the signs. The major differences in opinion \vithin the group were the location of the signs and
the content. The differences were as follows:
· Location - City limits vs. edges of population centers.
· Content - Farmington / logo / welcome vs. Farmington / logo / welcome / City organization logos.
After a lengthy discussion, the consensus of the committee felt ouly the City name, logo and welcome
should be included in the design. The locations were determined to be at the City limits on the five major
entran~toFarmingtoR
In addition to the design and location discussions, the committee met with Scott Robinson of the
Minnesota Department of Transportation regarding the gateway signs. He presented a state program
allowing signs to be placed on the right of way and financing to landscape the area around the signs. The
committee felt that this would be an excellent program for the State Highway 3 and 50 entrances.
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BUDGET IMPACT
The dollars for the City Gateway Signs ",ill come from the Road and Bridge Fund. These signs are
included in the 1997 - 2001 C.LP. The 1997 budget allows for $20,600 to be used to develop the signs
and purchase the first one. Preliminary cost estimates from the manufacturers representatives are within
the budget.
ACTION REQUESTED
Council approval of the following:
. The committee recommendation to include only the City name, logo and welcome to the signs.
. Proposed location of the signs to be placed at City boundaries.
. Council to review and select a preferred design from the samples submitted by the committee.
( Designs are included in the packet for Council review prior to August 4. 1997 meeting. )
Respectfully submitted,
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James Bell -
Parks and Recreation Director
cc: Gateway Sign Committee
TO:
Mayor, Councilme}!Ij?,e!,s and
City Administratoi1!(',"
FROM:
Daniel M. Siebenaler
Chief of Police
SUBJECT:
Graffiti Ordinance
DATE:
August 4. 1997
INTRODUCTION
At the regular City Council Meeting of June 23, 1997 the council requested staff to develop a graffiti
ordinance.
DISCUSSION
Staff reviewed two graffiti ordinances from the cities of Rochester and Lakeville. The attached proposed
ordinance has two separate aspects. First, it creates a criminal violation for the act of producing graffiti and
second it creates a civil violation for the owner of a property to allow the graffiti to remain in place after it
has been identified. This civil violation gives the City the right, after proper warning, to remove the graffiti
and. if necessary assess the costs of cleanup back to the property owner. There is also a provision that
allows the property owner to petition the City to do the cleanup, prior to notification, at the expense of the
property owner.
This proposed ordinance has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ACTION REOUESTED
Presented at City Council request for discussion and desired action.
Respectfully SUbm~itted'J ..
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Daniel M. Siebenaler
Chief of Police
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PROPOSED
CITY OF FARMINGTON
DAKOT A COUNTY, MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO.
An Ordinance Amending Title 6 of the Farmington City Code by Adding Chapter
11 - Graffiti Control
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FARMINGTON HEREBY ORDAINS AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION I:
Title 6 of the Farmington City Code is hereby amended by
adding Chapter 11 as follows:
CHAPTER 11
GRAFFITI CONTROL
SECTION:
6-11- 1: Purpose
6-11- 2: Definitions
6-11- 3: Unlawful Conduct Regarding Creation of Graffiti
6-11- 4: Removal of Graffiti
6-11- 5: City Police To Identify
6-11- 6: Hearing
6-11- 7: Notice To Owner
6-11- 8: Costs To Be Assessed
6-11- 9: Graffiti Abatement Civil in Nature
6-11-10: Penalty
6-11-1: PURPOSE:
A. The Council finds that graffiti is an increasing problem in the City. The Council finds
that quick removal of graffiti may assist in preventing encouragement of the
defacement of property.
B. The Council further finds that graffiti creates a condition of blight which can result in
the deterioration of property values and is inconsistent with the City's property
maintenance goals and aesthetic standards. In addition, unless graffiti is removed,
other properties soon become the targets of graffiti.
C. The Council hereby declares its intention to minimize and to quickly remove graffiti
to limit its adverse impact on City youth and neighborhoods. Graffiti is hereby
declared to be a public nuisance and a public health and safety hazard for purposes of
Minnesota Statutes section 429.101. subd. 1 ~ and section 429.021, subd. 1(8).
6-11-2: DEFINITIONS:
For purposes of this Chapter, the terms defined in this Section shall have the following
meaning ascribed to them.
GRAFFITI: Any writing, printing, marks, signs. symbols. figures, designs, inscriptions,
or other drawings which are scratched, scrawled, painted, drawn, or
otherwise placed on any surface of objects such as buildings, walls, fences,
sidewalks, curbs, trees, rocks, or other permanent structures or objects on
public or private property or the interior surfaces of those parts of buildings
accessible to the general public and which have the effect of defacing the
property .
6-11-3: UNLAWFUL CONDUCT REGARDING CREATION OF GRAFFITI:
It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally place graffiti on any surface or the
interior surfaces of those parts of buildings accessible to the general public located on
public or private property except with the permission of the person in lawful ownership or
possession of such property and in accordance with the requirements of the City's Sign
Ordinance. A person who violates this Section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
6-11-4: REMOVAL OF GRAFFITI:
A. A property owner may ask the City to remove graffiti from the owner's property
before being ordered to do so following the abatement procedure set forth in Sections
6-11-5 through 6-11-8 of this Chapter. lfthe City agrees to remove the graffiti, the
City shall have the property owner or its designated agent sign a release of liability
form and a consent form authorizing the City or its agents to enter onto the property.
The property owner shall be liable for any costs which the City incurs in removing the
graffiti. The City may collect the costs as a special assessment pursuant to Minnesota
Statutes 429.101, subd. 1~ if the property owner fails to reimburse the City upon
request.
B. If an owner does not remove graffiti and does not ask the City to remove graffiti from
the owner's property before being ordered to do so, the City may remove the graffiti
by following the abatement procedure set forth in Sections 6-11-5 through 6-11-8
herein.
6-11-5: CITY POLICE TO IDENTIFY:
A. Based upon information received from the public or upon police observation, the City
police shall investigate and identify graffiti. After the Police Department has verified
the existence of graffiti, the Police Chief shall send a letter to the property owner by
certified mail informing the property owner about the graffiti and requesting the
property owner to remove the graffiti within a reasonable period of time which shall
be less than thirty (30) days, based upon consideration of weather conditions and
other relevant factors. The Police Department shall verity whether the graffiti has in
fact been removed.
B. If the Police Department finds that the graffiti has not been removed within the time
allotted, the Department shall contact the City Clerk, who shall schedule a public
hearing. The City Clerk shall notify the affected property owner of the hearing date,
the preliminary findings that graffiti exists on the owner's property and that the
Council may after the hearing order the removal of the graffiti by the property owner
or the City's Department of Public Works, and if said Department has to remove the
graffiti, the costs will be assessed against the owner's property.
6-11-6: HEARING:
A. At a hearing before the Council, the Council shall receive evidence from the Police
Department and from any other persons with knowledge as to the existence of graffiti.
The property owner shall be entitled to be heard on all matters relating to graffiti and
the process of removal. The existence of graffiti must be proven by a preponderance
of the evidence.
B. If the Council finds that graffiti exists, the Council shall direct its removal in
accordance with Sections 6-11-7 and 6-11-8 herein. The Department of Public Works
may authorize private contractors to handle graffiti removal.
6-11-7: NOTICE TO OWNER:
A. In the event the Council finds that graffiti exists, the City Attorney shall mail a
written order to the owner of the subject real property, addressed to the owner's last
known address. The written order shall:
1. Contain a description of the real estate sufficient for identification.
.., Inform the owner that the Council has found graffiti exists on the owner's
property .
3. Request that the owner remove or obliterate the graffiti within a reasonable time as
determined by the Council.
4. Inform the owner that a motion for summary enforcement of the order will be
made to the District Court for Dakota County unless corrective action is taken
within the time allotted, or unless an answer is filed within twenty (20) days from
the date of service ofthe order. An answer to the order must be served in the
manner of an answer in a civil action and must specifically deny such facts in the
order as are in dispute.
B. Service Of The Order: The written order shall be served upon the owner of record or
the owner's agent if an agent is in charge of the building or property, and upon the
occupying tenant, if there is one, and upon all lienholders of record, in the manner
provided for service of a summons in a civil action. If the owner cannot be found, the
order shall be served upon the owner by posting it at the main entrance to the building
or upon the structure, and by four (4) weeks published notice in the official
newspaper of the City or any legal newspaper in the County.
C. Filing Of Order: A copy of the order with proof of service shall be filed with the
Court Administrator of the District Court for Dakota County not less that five (5)
days prior to the filing of a motion for enforcement of the order.
D. Default: Ifno answer is served, the City may move the Court for the enforcement of
the order. If such motion is made the Court may, upon the presentation of such
evidence as it may require, affirm or modify the order and enter judgment
accordingly, fixing a time after which the City may proceed with the enforcement of
the order and specifically authorizing the City to enter the property to remove or abate
the graffiti.
E. Contested Cases: If an answer is filed and served, further proceedings in the action
shall be governed by the Rules of Civil Procedure for the District Courts. If the order
is sustained following the trial, the Court shall enter judgment and shall fix a time
after which the graffiti must be removed in compliance with the original order as filed
or modified by the Court. If the order is not sustained, it shall be annulled and set
aside. The Court Administrator shall cause a copy of the judgment to be mailed
forthwith to persons upon whom the original order was served.
F. Enforcement Of Judgment: If the owner of record fails to comply with the judgment
by failing to remove the graffiti within the time prescribed, the City may enter the
property and remove the graffiti as set forth in the judgment.
6-11-8: COSTS TO BE ASSESSED:
A. In the event the City removes the graffiti, the costs of the removal may be: a lien
against the real estate on which the building or structure is located, or recovered by
obtaining a judgment against the owner of the real estate on which the building or
structure is located. A lien may be levied and collected as a special assessment in the
manner provided by Minnesota Statutes sections 429.061 to 429.081, but the
assessment is payable in a single installment.
B. The City shall keep an accurate account of the expenses incurred in carrying out the
order and of all other expenses incurred in connection with its enforcement including
filing fees, service fees, publication fees, attorney's fees, appraisers fees, witness fees,
expert witness fees and traveling expenses incurred by the City from the time the
order was originally made. The City shall report its action under the order with a
statement of expenses incurred to the Court for approval and allowance. The Court
shall by its judgment certify the deficiency in the amount so allowed to the Municipal
Clerk for collection.
6-11-9: GRAFFITI ABATEMENT CIVIL IN NATURE:
Sections 6-11- 7 or 6-11-8 herein relating to the abatement of graffiti, shall not be treated
as misdemeanors nor shall they be criminal in nature.
6-11-10: PENALTY:
Any person who violates any provision of Section 6-11-3 herein is guilty of a
misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine not exceeding
seven hundred dollars ($700.00) or by imprisonment for a period not exceeding ninety
(90) days or both, plus in either case, the costs of prosecution.
SECTION II: After adoption, signing and attestation, this ordinance shall be
published one time in the official newspaper and shall be in effect on and after the day
following such publication.
day of
.1997.
Enacted and ordained the
SEAL
CITY OF FARMINGTON
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CLERK ADMINISTRATOR
Approved as to form the
day of
, 1997.
City Attorney
Published in the Farmington Independent the
day of
,1997.
TO:
Mayor and Councilmembers
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FROM: John F. Erar, City Administrator
SUBJECT: 1998 Proposed Budget
DATE: August 4, 1997
INTRODUCTION
Per City Code requirements, the City Administrator is required to submit an annual budget
identifying proposed revenues and expenditures, and planned operations and activities for the
next tiscal year.
DISCUSSION
In keeping with Council policy direction, the key factors that guided the preparation of the
proposed budget were:
1. a commitment to maintain the 1998 local tax capacity rate at the same level as in 1997, while
continuing to provide the highest possible levels of service
2. a fiscal goal that works toward establishing the General Fund balance designated for working
capital at no less than 25% of planned 1998 General Fund expenditure
3. a commitment to maintain the 1998 debt service levy at no more than 25% of the total city
levy
4. a comprehensive review of the condition of capital equipment to ensure the most cost-
effective and consistent replacement schedule is followed
5. a team approach that encourages strategic planning to meet immediate and long-term
operational, infrastructure and facility needs
6. a management philosophy that actively supports the implementation of Council policies and
goals and recognizes the need to be responsive to changing community conditions/concerns.
Proposed 1998 Budget highlights include:
>- A reduction in the City's local tax capacity rate from 34.903 percent in 1997 to 33.75 percent
in 1998. This reduction represents a full 1.15 percentage point reduction in the tax capacity
rate and an etIective 3.3 percent reduction from the prior year.
>- The proposed purchase of new playground equipment funded through a transfer from Liquor
Store operations. Funding is provided through retained earnings from Liquor Store operations
per City Council policy established several years ago.
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Mayor and Councilmembers
1998 Proposed Annual Budget
August 4, 1997
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>- The purchase of a new warning siren for the downtown area. This will provide a total of two
sirens in this part of the community and is part of the five-year plan approved by Council in
1996.
LEGISLATIVE CHANGES
One particular issue that created a significant challenge in the budgeting process was the
estimated effects of legislative changes in the local government tax formula. Estimates provided
by Dakota County indicate that the City will probably lose over $500,000 in new tax capacity
value due to legislative changes in the property classification tax rate formula. This represents a
ten (10) percent reduction from what the City would have expected to receive in new tax
capacity growth under pre-legislative changes. Ostensibly, this type of manipulation by the
legislature will significantly drive local tax capacity rates up and shift a higher burden of
property taxes to residential property.
Another significant concern is the fact that the City is working with estimated "best shot" tax
capacity value effects from the County, and not exact figures. Dakota County is working in
earnest to provide the City with a more reliable tax capacity impact analysis. In response. city
staff has taken a very conservative approach in developing the budget document, and even with
this significant legislative change was able to reduce its local tax capacity rate.
More in-depth information and highlights are contained within the Proposed 1998 Budget
document that will be formally presented to Council at the August 4, 1997 Council meeting.
In order to provide Council with an opportunity to more fully review the proposed document, a
Council budget workshop is proposed to be held on Tuesday, August 19, 1997 at 6:30 p.m.
ACTION REQUESTED
Accept the Proposed 1998 Budget document that will be formally presented to Council at the
August 4, 1997 Council meeting.
Approve the scheduling of a Council workshop to review the proposed 1998 Budget on Tuesday,
August 19, 1997 at 6:30 in the Council Chambers. If Council members have questions on the
budget prior to the workshop date, please contact me.
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John F. Erar
City Administrator