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AGENDA
COUNCIL MEETING
REGULAR
OCTOBER 7, 1996
1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. RECOGNITION OF WALTER MICHAELS RETIREMENT
4 . APPROVE AGENDA
5. CITIZENS COMMENTS (5 minute limit per person for items
not on the agenda.)
6. CONSENT AGENDA (All items approved in 1 motion unless
anyone wishes an item removed for discussion)
a. Approve Minutes - 9/16/96 (Regular), 9/23/96 (Special)
b. Adopt Resolution Accepting Donations to Senior Center
c. Dakota County Water Resources Awareness proclamation
d. Approve City Participation in County Auction/Approve List
e. Approve City Hunting Map
f. Adopt Resolution Appointing Election Judges for General Election
g. Receive Western Dakota County Ice Arena Financial Review
h. Dakota County Development Partnership Participation
i. Approve Capital Outlay Request - Supply Hose and Adapters - Fire
j. Approve Annual Salt Contract - Public Works
k. Set Hearing Date - East Farmington TIF Modification
1. Approve Capital Outlay Request - Etch and Seal Floors - Fire Hall
m. Report on Retained Earnings from Area Liquor Stores
n. Approve Squad Car Design
o. Approve Agreement for Dakota County Technical College Law
Enforcement Training Program
p. Approve School and Conference Request - City Engineer
q. Approve Pole Barn Construction - Northern Natural Gas
r. Adopt Resolution - 1997 Met Council Livable Communities Act
s. Adopt Resolution Approving Sale of Parcel at Public Auction
t. Letter from Dept of Revenue Denying Request - TIF Contribution
u. Approve Payment of Bills
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS/AWARD OF CONTRACTS
7. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
a. Street Sign Requests
b. Pilot Knob Construction Project Public Meeting Dates/Locations
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Lane Striping on Elm Street - Division to 4th Street
property owners.
13. EXECUTIVE SESSION
9. NEW BUSINESS
a. Review of Dakota County Capital Improvement Plan
10. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, COUNCILMEMBERS
11 . ROUNDTABLE
a. Councilmember Gamer - Discuss Anoka Police Accountability
Counseling
b. Councilmember Galler - Political Campaign Signs
12. ADJOURN
a. prairie Waterway Property Acquisition
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COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR
SEPTEMBER 16, 1996
1. Mayor Kuchera convened the meeting at 7:00 P.M..
Members Present: Kuchera, Ristow, Gamer, Galler.
Members Absent: _Galler-. 'F\tcL
Also Present: City Administrator Erar, Attorney Grannis.
2. Mayor Kuchera led the audience and Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. MOTION by Galler, second by Gamer to approve the agenda with the following
changes:
a) Remove item 5g - Proclamation - Fire Prevention Week - from Consent for
discussion.
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
4. Citizen Comments
There were no Citizen Comments.
5. MOTION by Galler, second by Ristow to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:
a) Approve Minutes of the September 3, 1996 regular Council meeting
b) Approve Renewal of Recycling Contract with Dick's Sanitation
c) Approve Capital Outlay Request - Public Works Department Jackhammer
d) Proclaim 9/30/96 thru 10/6/96 as Waste Reduction Week
e) Adopt RESOLUTION NO. R95-96 approving Landfill Abatement Grant Application
f) Adopt RESOLUTION NO. R96-96 amending plat for TroyHill 3rd Addition
g) Receive Empire Township Response to prairie Creek 4th Sanitary Sewer Extension
h) Adopt RESOLUTION NO. R97-96 accepting donation of light poles for municipal
pool from anonymous donor
i) Receive Update on Drinking Water Revolving Fund for Reservoir Project
j) Receive Update on Effluent Monitoring at Wausau Storm Sewer Outlet
k) Adopt ORDINANCE NO. 096-379 Rezoning Lots 7 & 8, Town of Farmington to R-2
1) Adopt ORDINANCE NO. 096-380 Rezoning 60x310' Lot West of 2nd Street to B-2
m) Receive Pool Summer Season Summary
n) Acknowledge Resignation of Public Works Employee
0) Adopt RESOLUTION NO. R98-96 amending R4-96 Fees and Charges Resolution by
adding 1996 Arena Fees
p) Receive Final City Hall Remodeling Budget
q) Approve Payment of the Bills
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
6. proclaim Fire Prevention Week
Mayor Kuchera pulled this item from Consent to acknowledge Fire Prevention Week
and to read a portion of the proclamation to those present. MOTION by Galler,
second by Ristow to proclaim October 6 thru October 12 as Fire Prevention Week in
the City of Farmington. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
7. County Road 31 Improvement Project Hearing Date
City Administrator Erar introduced the item, noting concerns he had received from
Councilmembers regarding noise mitigation costs. He informed Council that if the
public hearing date was not set at this evening's meeting, the bond may not be
able to be issued this year. The issue of whether or not noise mitigation would
be required was the major funding concern, since mitigation could increase costs
significantly. The Council discussed funding options and whether or not the
public hearing should be scheduled. MOTION by Gamer, second by Ristow to table
the project until the noise mitigation issues were settled. Councilmember Galler
stated his opinion that the City should hold an informational open house to
inform the public and receive their feedback as soon as possible. MOTION by
Gamer, second by Kuchera to amend the original motion by setting an open house
for October 17th and a general informational hearing on October 21st. APIF,
MOTION CARRIED.
8. Violence Prevention Initiative
County Attorney James Backstrom gave a short presentation on the Dakota County
Partnership for Healthy Communities Violence Prevention Program. He requested
the Council adopt a resolution supporting the program. MOTION by Ristow, second
by Gamer to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R99-96 supporting the Dakota County Partnership
for Healthy Communities Violence Prevention Program. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
9. Sprute/Severson Annexation Petition
City Planner Tooker provided background information on the request for
annexation. He stated that the Empire/Farmington Joint Planning Board had
discussed the proposed annexation and the Township members on that Board
indicated their approval for the petition to proceed. MOTION by Galler, second
by Gamer to set a public hearing for October 21, 1996 to consider the annexation
of approximately 16 acres of land situated on the north side of 209th Street in
Empire Township owned by the Sprute/Severson family. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
10. G.O. Improvement Bonds for Industrial Park 2nd Addition
HRA Executive Director Henricks stated that the bids for the bond sale had been
received that morning. He then introduced Thomas Truszinsky of Juran and Moody,
who presented the bid tabulation. Mr. Truszinsky stated that 7 bids had been
received for the bond sale with the low bid being made by Norwest Investors. Mr.
Truszinsky recommended that Council award the bid to Norwest. MOTION by Galler,
second by Kuchera to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R100-96 awarding the sale of G.O.
Improvement Bonds 1996 for Industrial Park 2nd Addition to Norwest Investors.
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
11. Right of Way Acquisition for Future Extension of 208th Street
City Planner Tooker provided information regarding the recommendation that the
City purchase a triangular parcel of property within the future 208th Street
corridor. Mr. Tooker noted the purchase would assure the future road right of
way for 208th Street; allow a resident to construct a single family home on the
remaining portion of the lot involved, and avoid placing an existing farmstead in
the road right of way. The price of the triangle of land is within the current
land value costs in this area. Mr. Tooker answered questions from Council
regarding the current property owner's and prospective buyer's understanding that
208th Street will be constructed in the future, and the funding source for the
purchase (Road and Bridge Fund). MOTION by Gamer, second by Galler to approve
the purchase of the triangular parcel of land with funds from the City's Road and
Bridge Fund. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Member Ristow commended Planner Tooker for
his foresight in recognizing the City's future need for this property.
12. Parks and Recreation Workshop
Parks and Recreation Director Bell requested Council set a date to discuss
township participation in various costs associated with operating Parks and
Recreation programs. It was the consensus of Council to set a workshop with
Council and staff for September 23, 1996 at 7:00 P.M..
13. Southeast Area Resident Survey
The revised questions submitted by Councilmember Fitch were reviewed and it was
the consensus of Council to send the revised survey to the affected residents
with the October billing.
14. Cat Ordinance
Police Chief Siebenaler presented the proposed cat ordinance. The ordinance was
and educational ordinance only and did not provide for any method of enforcement.
After considerable discussion, Chief Siebenaler stated that he was not in favor
of an ordinance without an enforcement provision. MOTION by Kuchera, second by
Galler to take no action on the adoption of a cat control ordinance. APIF,
MOTION CARRIED.
THE COUNCIL RECESSED FOR 5 MINUTES AT 9:05 P.M..
15. Comprehensive Water Supply Distribution Plan
City Engineer Kaldunski introduced Glenn Cook and Mark Wallace from Bonestroo,
Rosene and Anderlik, the City's consulting engineering firm. Mr. Wallace
presented an overview of the Plan and then responded to questions from
Councilmembers. Aspects of the Plan which were discussed included reservoirs,
wells, interconnections with other cities and townships and treatment plants. It
was noted that the Water Board had reviewed the Plan and recommended its approval
and adoption as part of the City's overall Comprehensive Plan. MOTION by Galler,
second by Gamer to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R101-96 adopting the Comprehensive Water
Supply and Distribution Plan as presented, incorporating it into the City's
Comprehensive Plan, and forwarding it to all affected jurisdictions. APIF,
MOTION CARRIED.
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16. HRA REQUEST FOR 1997 CDBG FUNDS
HRA Executive Director Henricks presented a request to use portions of the 1983
Small Cities Development Block Grant funds and 1995 Community Development Block
Grant funds to assist with the location and construction of a restaurant in
Farmington. Mr. Henricks explained that the funds were originally designated for
Parks and Recreation uses and for exterior renovation of the Exchange Bank
Building. He requested Council set aside $130,000 of the estimated $160,000 1997
CDBG funds for Parks and Recreation use. The remaining funds were dedicated to
the renovation of the Exchange Bank Building but were not included in the amount
needed for renovation. MOTION by Gamer, second by Ristow authorizing the HRA to
use the 1983 SCBG and 1995 CDBG funds to assist the location of a restaurant in
the City. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Galler, second by Gamer to dedicate
up to $130,000 of the 1997 CDBG funds to Parks and Recreation uses. APIF, MOTION
CARRIED. The Council expressed their thanks to the Parks and Recreation
Department for the spirit of cooperation shown in allowing dedicated funds to be
used elsewhere in the City.
17. East Farmington TIF Modification
Mr. Henricks noted that this item was for informational purposes only and that
the topic would be brought to Council again at the October 7th regular meeting.
18. Investment Policy
City Administrator Erar informed Council of the benefits of expanding the
investment policy for City funds. The expected increase in income earnings will
have a positive effect on City cash flows and fund balances. MOTION by Galler,
second by Gamer to designate Juran and Moody as an official City depository.
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
19. Roundtable
Councilmember Galler - Informed Council that he had sent a letter to the School
Board requesting a joint meeting on the Parental
Responsibility Ordinance, but had not heard back from them as yet. He will keep
Council updated on this issue.
20. MOTION by Ristow, second by Galler to adjourn at 9:55 P.M.. APIF, MOTION
CARRIED.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Hanson
Clerk Typist
Minutes
Council Meeting
Special- Workshop
September 23,1996
1. Mayor Kuchera called the meeting to order at 7 :00 P.M.
Members Present: Kuchera, Galler, Fitch, Ristow, Gamer.
Members Absent: None
Also Present: City Administrator Erar, Parks and Recreation Director Bell, Recreation
Supervisor Lillejord.
2. City Administrator Erar explained the purpose of the workshop was to present
information and gain feedback from Council which would allow staff to proceed with
requesting Township participation in funding City recreation programs.
3. Parks and Recreation Director Bell presented the costs of the various recreation
programs. Included in the study were Empire, Castle Rock and a portion of Eureka
Townships. Mr. Bell stated that the costs were operation costs only and did not include
capital improvements, such as pool reconstruction. Further discussion on Township
participation included:
. Approach the Townships now so their March budget period could be met for 1998
funding.
. Set up either a joint Council/Township meeting or a meeting of representatives from
the various entities. Do this as soon as possible.
. The 1997 budget does not include these potential revenues.
. Resident / non-resident fees could be eliminated.
. Add Township members to the Parks and Recreation Commission or set up a
Community Parks District, which would advise the governing bodies on park issues.
. Income from the Townships would be for operational expense only and these funds
could be placed in a separate account for further park improvements.
The consensus of Council was to direct City Administrator Erar to contact the Township
Clerks and request a meeting with either the full Boards or Board representatives to
discuss these issues.
4. Motion by Fitch, second by Gamer to adjourn at 7:32 P.M. APIF, Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
James Bell
Parks and Recreation Director
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TO: Mayor, Councilmembers and
City Administrator If
FROM: Joy Lillejord,
Recreation Program Supervisor
SUBJECT: Adopt Resolution Accepting
Donation
DATE: October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTIONIDISCUSSION
The family of Bertha Becker has donated a gift of $500.00 to the Senior Center in memory of
their mother.
The Faith United Methodist Women have donated $100.00 to the Senior Center to put into an
account for Seniors who are unable to pay for their Meals on Wheels.
ACTION REQUIRED
Adopt resolution accepting these donations from the family of Bertha Becker and the Faith
United Methodist Women.
Respectfully submitted,
Jb~ tL( U (I~or(j.;
JOY~. Lillejord
Recreation Program Supervisor
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Citlj. of FarminfJ.ton 325 Oak Street · FarminiJton, MN 55024 · (612) 463-7711 · FaK (612) 463-2591
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RESOLUTION NO.
ACCEPTING DONATION OF $600.00 TO SENIOR CENTER
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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 7th day of October, 1996 at 7:00 P.M..
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following:
WHEREAS, Faith united Methodist Women have donated $100.00 to the City to be
placed in an account and used to provide mobile meals to those senior citizen's
who are unable to pay for this service; and
WHEREAS, in memory of their mother, the family of Bertha Becker has donated
$500.00 to the City to be used for the Senior Center; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to accept such donations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Farmington hereby accepts the
generous donations of $100.00 from the Faith United Methodist Women and $500
from the family of Bertha Becker to be used by the Senior Center as noted above.
This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farmington City Council in open
session on the 7th day of October, 1996.
Mayor
Attested to the _____ day of October, 1996.
City Administrator
SEAL
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FROM:
Mayor, Counc~mbers and City
Administrator r l-/
Thomas J. Kaldunski, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
TO:
SUBJECT:
Declare October of 1996 to be "Water
Resources Awareness Month"
DATE:
October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
The City received a request from Dakota County to declare October of 1996 as "Water Resources
Awareness Month".
DISCUSSION
The City of Farmington has been active in working with Dakota County in promoting
Environmental Awareness through various activities (Le. storm drain stenciling, buffer zone
requirements, ground water task force,. etc.).
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the attached resolution declaring October to be "Water Resources Awareness Month".
Respectfully Submitted,
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Director of Public Works/City Engineer
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Proposed Resolution
Declaring October 1996 Dakota County Water Resources Awareness Month
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WHEREAS, the protection of water resources in Dakota County is essential to maintaining and
enhancing the quality oflife in the County; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the 1994 Dakota County Water Resources Education Plan is to
provide citizens with the knowledge. understanding, and motivation to protect water resources;
and
WHEREAS, the City of
is committed to protecting its water resources; and
WHEREAS, the City of has been working in partnership with the Dakota
County Environmental Education Program and the Metropolitan Council's Twin Cities Water
Quality Initiative to implement water resources education programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of proclaims
October as Water Resources Awareness Month (or the week of October 16 to 23 as Water
Resources Awareness Week); and
BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED, that the City of will continue to work with
the Dakota County Enviromental Education Program and members of the community to
implement water resources education programs.
Prepared by Charlotte Shover, 460-8004
Dakota County Environmental Education Program
9/96
TO:
Mayor, Councilme~~:s
City Administrat07~
FROM:
James Bell, Parks and
Recreation Director
SUBJECT:
City Participation in the
County Auction
DATE:
October 7,1996
INTRODUCTION
The County is holding an auction to dispose of surplus equipment on October 12, 1996.
DISCUSSION
The County has asked staff if the City would like to participate in the annual auction.
Staff requests Council consider disposal of surplus City items and confiscated police
items.
Attached is a list of surplus or replaced items in the City inventory.
BUDGET IMP ACT
The items to be auctioned would impact the budget positively. The cost to the City
would be a commission rate of 20%. The County will send a check to the City within a
week after the sale.
RECOMMENDATION
Council approve staff request to sell the listed items at the County auction.
Respectfully submitted,
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James Bell
Parks and Recreation Director
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City of Farmington
1996 Auction Items
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39 Bicycles
1 Sigma 14 Electric Trolling Motor
1 Honda 200X - 3 Wheeler
1 Pedal Go-Kart
1 Metal Box
1 CB Radio
1 Bulletin Board with Swivel Stand
1 Humidifier
1 Hand Mower - non-motorized
2 Living Room Chairs
3 Gas Cans
1 Metal Desk
1 Open File Cabinet
1 Wood Credenza
1 Cabinet
2 Office Dividers
6 Wooden Doors
1 Cub Tractor - 12.5 horsepower
1 Asplundh Brush Chipper -
1 Electric Drinking Fountain
TO:
Mayor, Councilmem~,
City Administrator tf-L--
FROM: James Bell, Parks and
Recreation Director
SUBJECT: Approve City Hunting Map
DATE: October 7,1996
INTRODUCTION
Staff and Parks and Recreation Commission (P ARAC) has developed a City hunting map
for Council consideration.
DISCUSSION
With all the new construction occurring in the City, hunting areas within the City are
becoming an issue. PARAC and staffhas developed a map indicating areas within the
City where hunting is allowed. This area is in accordance with City ordinances.
Attached is a sample of the proposed map for Council consideration.
ACTION REOUESTED
Council approval of the proposed hunting map.
Respectfully submitted,
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James Bell
Parks and Recreation Director
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FROM:
Mayor and councilm~e~s,
City Administrator;___
Karen Finstuen,
Administrative Assistant
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TO:
SUBJECT:
Resolution Approving Election
Judges for General Election
DATE:
October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
Adopt a resolution approving the list of election judges and designating the
polling places for the November General Election.
DISCUSSION
State law requires the City adopt a list of election judges and designate the
polling places for the November 5th General Election. The judges that officiated
at the primary election will also officiate at the General Election. The polling
places will once again be at the Farmington Area Senior Center for Precincts 1
and 2 and Akin Road Elementary School for Precinct 3.
ACTION REQUESTED
Adopt the attached resolution.
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Karen Finstuen
Administrative Assistant
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CitlJ of FarminfJ.ton 325 Oak Street · FarminiJton, MN 55024 · (672) 463-7111 · FaK (672) 463-2591
RESOLUTION NO.
APPROVING LIST OF ELECTION JUDGES AND DESIGNATING POLLING PLACE
FOR
GENERAL ELECTION OF NOVEMBER 5, 1996
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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 the 7th day of October, 1996 at
7:00 P.M.
The following members were present:
The following members were absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following resolution:
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following list of election judges be approved
for the General Election to be held November 5, 1996.
Precinct 1
Eileen Sauber
Norma Lord
Florence Mohn
Arlene Gramentz
Dolores Johnson
Precinct 2
Gretchen Bergman
Karen Pietsch
Kim Soderberg
Jeanne Stanek
Precinct 3
Betty Raveling
Suzanne White
Charlene Pluntz
Mary Swanson
Lois Lotze
Kathleen Brewer
Joan Shea
Dennis Sullivan
Information
Pat White
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the address of the polling place for Precincts 1, 2 and 3 shall
be as follows:
Precinct 1 - Senior Citizen Center - 431 Third Street
Precinct 2 - Senior Citizen Center - 431 Third Street
Precinct 3 - Akin Road Elementary School- 5231 195th Street West
This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farmington City Council in open session on the 7th
day of October, 1996.
Mayor
Attested to the _day of
,1996.
SEAL
Clerk! Administrator
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: John F. Erar, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Fiscal Analysis of Proposed Western
Dakota County Ice Arena
DATE: October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
A fiscal review performed by Springsted, Inc. has been completed on the proposed four-plex ice
arena. A copy of this fmancial review has been included in the Council's agenda packet.
DISCUSSION
The conclusions offered in the financial analysis suggests that the proposed ice arena present
some significant financial concerns for participating communities (see page 38).
While the concept of sharing resources with other communities in constructing a facility of this
type is engaging, the economic and financial risks associated with this type of venture are still
unclear relative to the proposed participation by the City.
BUDGET IMPACT
The financial ramifications of this proposed facility on City finances and on the City's ice arena
complex could be substantial. There remains a number of issues relative to the City's financial
commitment and obligation, the effect this new facility would have on our local ice arena's
revenues, and the level of commitment from other communities identified in this report. In
addition, the initial fmancial contribution from Farmington to this project is estimated at
$125,000 for a ~ share of one rink. This level of financial contribution would not be available
through any existing fund balances in either the Ice Arena or General Fund.
ACTION REQUESTED
None. This is for information only.
~.7e~ eyctfully sU::'itted,
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John F. Erar
/ City Administrator
Ci-t1J of FarminfJ.ton 325 Oak Street · Farmintjton, MN 55024 · (612) 463.7171 · FaK (612) 463-2591
To: Mayor and City Council members
City Administrator fJt:-
From: Gerald A. Henricks
HRA Executive Director
Subject: Dakota County Economic
Development Partnership
Date: October 7,1996
Introduction
The City of Farmington and the Farmington HRA have been members of the Dakota
County Economic Development Partnership since its inception. The DCEDP is intended
for the purpose of assisting cities in Dakota County with their economic development
efforts.
Discussion
The City and the Farmington HRA entered into a three(3) year membership agreement
with the Dakota County Economic Development Partnership. This is the final year of
that agreement.
The membership fee of$I,687.00 is determined by a base fee plus per capita of the City.
In the past, the City and the HRA have each contributed 50% toward the cost for the
DCEDP membership.
Financial Impact
The City of Farmington would contribute $ 843.50 from its Dues and Subscription
Account with the HRA contributing its $ 843.50 of the membership fee.
Action Requested
The City Council is requested to pass a motion approving the payment of the DCEDP
membership fee. If the Council approves the payment of the DCEDP membership fee, a
motion should be passed requesting the HRA to participate in the DCEDP by reimbursing
the City the $ 843.50 for its share ofthe DCEDP membership fee.
Rlspect~ll! Submi~e~,
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Gerald A. Henricks (if/(
HRA Executive Director
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COUNTY
Economic Development Partnership
INVOICE FOR DAKOTA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP
1996-1997 MEMBERSHIP INVESTMENT
John Erar City Administrator
City of Fannington
City Hall 325 Oak Street
Fannington, MN 55024
Remittance: $1,687.00
Please make check payable to:
Dakota County Economic Development Partnership
1300 East 145th Street
Rosemount, :MN 55068-2999
Thank you for your support of The Dakota County Economic Development Partnership.
Achieving Community Potential Through Cooperative Action
Scott Beckman Director
Dakota County Economic Development Partnership
1300 145m Street Rosemount, MN 55068 (612) 423-8291 FAX (612) 423-9706
COUNTY
Economic Development Partnership
FAcrSHEET
OVERVIEW
The Dakota County Economic Development Partnership (EDP) is a 50l(c)(6) organization created by the
Dakota County Private Industry Council (PIC) in May, 1991. Members of the Partnership include
representatives of private industry, education, county and local governments, and citizens dedicated to ensuring
a healthy, expanding economy for Dakota County.
MISSION STATEMENT
To promote, preserve and actively assist with expanding and diversifying the economy and high quality
employment base of Dakota County.
STRATEGIC FOCUS
The EDP's primary role in the community is to build a broad, stable county tax structure, and serve as an
ambassador for desirable development. The five areas key to fulfilling this mission include:
1. Business Attraction, Retention and Expansion
2. Infrastructure and Information Systems Development
3. Seed Capital Formation and Incentive Financing
4. Labor Force and Entrepreneurial Development
5. Access and Use of Technology for Job Creation
MEMBER BENEFITS
1. Job Creation. Our activities bring new jobs to Dakota County faster. This creates new customers, lower
taxes, and potential partners for your organization.
2. Quality Contacts. The Partnership's .one-stop. economic development library and comprehensive
development information services quickly connects you to the combined development resources of local,
state, and national governments; utilities; educational institutions; jobs and training service providers;
human services agencies; utilites; developers; contractors; and real estate brokers.
3. Community Values. Our Code of Ethics reduces the .social costs. of new business development by
discouraging communities from stealing one another's businesses or devaluing new business relocations
with bidding wars that lead to inappropriately high development incentives.
4. Business Financing. The Partnership is creating new business development capital pools that meet the
rapidly changing financial needs of expanding businesses.
5. Social Responsibility. The Partnership is a catalyst to help create new income stabilizing employment
alternatives in response to the changing structure of the County manufacturing and farm economies.
Proposed programs will assist prospective entrepreneurs capitalize on local opportunities for business
ownership and higher incomes.
6. Regional Identity. Dakota County is a community within the Minneapolis-St. Paul region. The
Partnership promotes a distinct, but neighborly identity for our community and enhances our ability to
achieve consensus and articulate public policy positions on behalf of Dakota County residents.
7. Educational Programs. Newsletters and member meetings keep you informed about these issues.
Recent speakers include the Governor's Chief of Staff and the Executive Director of the Metropolitan
Council.
8. Effective Government. We convene discussions:lOd design programs for shared public costs and services
to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of local agencies and save you money.
Achieving Community Potential Through Cooperative Action
Scott Beckman Director
Dakota County Economic Development Partnership
1300 145th Street Rosemount. ylN 55068 (612) 423-8291 FAX (612) 423-9706
FROM:
Mayor, Councilmembers,
City Administrator~
Ken Kuchera, Fire Chief
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TO:
SUBJECT:
Approve Purchase of Supply
Hose and Adapters
DATE:
October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
The Fire Department Board of Directors discussed the department's current
inventory of fire hose during its August meeting. The Fire Department is
requesting approval to purchase 600 feet of 5" diameter hose and various
adapters.
DISCUSSION
Large diameter hose provides a higher volume of water with which to fight fires.
Currently, the Department's largest diameter hose is 4", and the existing
inventory of 1200 feet is in use on various apparatus. Current technology has
made larger diameter hose (5" and 6") more feasible to purchase in terms of both
cost and weight; and both 5 and 6 inch hose are very common.
It is the Department's goal to phase in the 5" hose, while continuing to use the
existing 4" hose by purchasing adapters to connect the two sizes.
BUDGET IMPACT
The 1996 CIP provides $2000 for the purchase of fire hose and another $2000 to
purchase nozzles. The Department requests combining these two line items to
fund the purchase 600 feet of 5" diameter hose and various adapters for
interconnecting the 5" and 4" hose at a total cost of $3,948.70.
ACTION REQUESTED
Approve the purchase of 600 feet of 5" diameter hose and various adapters at a
cost of $3,948.70 by combining 1996 CIP funds set aside to purchase hoses and
nozzles. This quote includes tax and freight charges.
Respectfully submitted,
Ken Kuchera
Fire Chief
FD2
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CitlJ of FarminfJ.ton
325 Oak Street. Farmintjton, MN 55024 · (612) 463-7171 · FaK (612) 463-2591
REQUEST FORM
CAPITAL OUTLAY PURCHASES
8/J)d-19~
3/7/f~
~ATTACH QUOTATIONS, IF VERBAL QUOTES, EXPLAIN BELOW
COMMENTS: ~ C\'-V\~ 1V-<>~ ~ ~-4<~~W~ -
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QUOTATIONS RECEIVED: ~
1. VENDOR fiut,JJ;~ '-P,k & ..r'"R~ DATE
2. VENDOR~ ~~ DATE
AMOUNT $ 391/f, 70
AMOUNT $ '-I S/q, D 7
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DATE
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FINANC .DIRECTOR SIGNATURE
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DATE
TO: THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
I RECOMMEND THE ABOVE REQUEST BE APPROVED.
SIGNATURE OF CITY ADMINISTRATOR
DATE
ACTION TAKEN BY THE COUNCIL ON THE
DAY OF
19_
(A?PROVED)
(NOT APPROVED)
FILE:
cc:
FROM:
Mayor, Cou~c~ers and City
Administratoy c...-
Thomas J. Kaldunski, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
TO:
SUBJECT:
Annual Salt Contract
DATE:
October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
The City has an annual contract for ice control salt. This contract should be reviewed for the 1996/1997
winter season.
DISCUSSION
The Public Works Department has an annual contract for salt to ensure an adequate supply stockpiled for
each winter season. This contract has been with Cargill- Salt Division for a number of years.
Attached is the contract for the 1996/1997 winter season. The City will be guaranteed 125 tons of salt for
the upcoming season which will provide an adequate supply. Cargill has quoted a price of $31. 50/ton for
salt picked up by City trucks. Morton Salt Company was also contacted, and they offered a price of
$34.00.
Cargill's price remained the same as the 1995/1996 season.
BUDGET IMPACT
The Public Works Department's 1996/1997 budgets include funds for salt purchases. The budgets were
based on the estimates outlined in this memo.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City of Farmington enter into an annual salt contract with Cargill as outlined in the attached
agreement.
l,,7ctfullY Submitted,
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Directo~~bliC WorkslCity Engineer
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cc: file, Wayne Henneke, Jerry Bauer, TJK
Phil Knapp - Cargill, Inc.
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SEP-23-96 MaN 08:23 CARGILL SALT
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TOM KALOUNSK!
FARMINGTON, CITY OF
STREET DEPARTMENT
FARMINGTON, MN 55024
Dear TOM;
cargill $alt is pl8llHd to submit the following qlJOtation for your bulk salt reqUirements. This quat. Is firm September 1. 1996 through May
31, 1997 but must be aocfpted within 30 days rI the date of this letter.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Custom... Code308755001
PHONE' 612-463-7111
Fex.61243-2591
Terminal
PCD
PlQPuct
Bulk De\ctng Salt
price Baais
FOB Destiftlilltion FOB Seller'. Terminal OUantitvltons Pavm&nt terms
$31.60 125 Net SO days
The above produd($) will be shipped from our etockplle in 22 ton 1rUCk108d Ihlpmem. within 3-5 working days from reoelpt d order (al'lY
incr.... or decrease tn the freight rate used to determIne delivered pr1ce would be the buyer's account) To place orders, ple$$e catl
(800) 225-8508.
PIells. sign and return the WIne and OOftdttlons on thie docUment within 30 daytl with yom' estj"'.... tons for the 95118 deicing
1Ie8SOIl. Th. tetter together with the 8tgned tlerms and COJdtIoM will constitute . contract. W. cennot Nt up yout -=oount for
this 18. WIthout the algned contract and ~ estimaled tone returned to our otnce. OUr fax number Is (612) 7A2-43Z4.
. Note: Buyer agrees to purdlue 80% of tM ~ estimated tonnage. seuer flgrees to aupply up to 120'J6 d the abOYe estImBled tonnage.
"Note: Any adv8Ince in appuCBbt. freight rat88 shaD be for the buyef'* lllCCOunt
If this oontrac:t Is not accepted within 30 days of the above date it is null and void.
AbcNe price ah.lI remain firm until ~MAY 31.1991
ADDITIONAl. TERMS: The term -FOB SEU.ER'S TERMINAL" or "FOB DESTINATION", appMMg under the heading "PRICE BASIS"
indiClltes only the transportation costa which are included In the price and it not 8 delMMy tMTt Delivery shall in eech case occur when Seller
pblce5 product in pas_ion r:I shipper at 8e11er's terml". .net title to end risk d Ioas d the pmduct .".,1 pass to Buyer at that time. Seller
warrants only that the products sold and Delivered pursuant to thi$ contr8ct 1t.1I meet Selkn published specific8tions. SELLER MAKES NO
OTHER WARRNf'fY. EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHAN1ABILlTY OR FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.. Buyer aMll helle 72 hours after Delivery In whioh to giVe notice to Seller of a breech of thelilbcMt wamlnty and
Seller shall have the prMlege of replaclfl9 the non-conforming product with conforming product In fl reasonable time If Seller and Buyer
cannot agree upon a muMllly eatiafactOfy settlement In 1'\0 ....ent shall Seller be liable to Buyer for special Of consequential damages. Buytt'a
failure to give timely notice .. above required shall constitute a ~ cA 8eI1eta warranw end of Buyer's right. to reccwer for brtelCh thereof.
Seller shall be excused for failure to Deliver or fur d.y In Delivery CIOCUioned by conditions beyond Sell.... contmI including, but not limited
to. Acts of God, fire, 1IoocS, wlndstonn acts t1f gcMNllmentel 8Uthoritie8, strikes Of other similar and ell.similar ewntl not direotly 08Uaed by
SeIler's negligence.
SEllER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPlOYER, AND IS A GOVERNMENT CONTRACTOR. Therefore this connct is sub)ecl to the
rule8 and regUletions imposed upon contr8cCDr8l1!l1\d subcontraCtors puriurnt to 41 C.F.R. Chapter eo and 61, 8S well_ Executiw Ora.r
12800 and th.lnterim enforcement regulationa found in 29 C.F.R. Part 470. Un.. this contnlet it exempt by regulatiOns issued by ttl.e
Secretary of l.8bor, there Is Incorporated hereln by referenee: the equal .-nptoyment opportunity ~use contained in 41 C.F.R. Section 60-
1,4; the Ilffirmative ac:t:Ion ctause contained in 41 C.F.R. 8ec:tion 60-250.4 end 61.250.10 both relating to the employment d disabled veterens
and veterans d the Vietnam Era: the affirmative action clauses contained In 41 C.F.R. Section 60-741.4 reI<<lng to the employment of
handicapped persons: and the requirement to prominently post notices to employeea as contl!llined in 29 C.F.R. section 470.2.
Thank you for this opportunity to be of service. We ere looking foMard to supplyina your ssIt needs.
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CARGILL, INCORPORATED (Seller)
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To:
Mayor and City Coun~embers
City Administrator r-
From: Gerald A. Henricks
HRA Executive Director
Subject: TIF Public Hearing
Date: October 7,1996
Introduction
The East Farmington Tax Increment Financing District and Plan was established in 1994.
The City Council desires that the East Farmington TIF Project Area be expanded to
include the area referred to as the Wausau alignment.
Discussion
A brief review with the City Council as to the distinction between TIF District and TIF
Project Area may be helpful at this time.
TIF DISTRICT - is the geographical area within which the TIF increments are
produced.
TIF PROJECT AREA - is the geographical area within which the TIF increments may
be spent on eligible costs. The City is allowed to spend 25% of
the TIF revenues generated outside of the TIF DISTRICT. This
25% includes the 10% administrative fees therefor the City has
an actual15% available for eligible costs outside the Project
Area. It appears there will be sufficient increments available
to refund the costs associated with the Wausau alignment.
Having completed the necessary discussions with John Kirby, attorney with Dorsey
Whitney Law Firm, and Tom Truszinki, consultant with Juran and Moody Financial
Consultants, to complete the modifications to the East Farmington TIF Project Area to
include the Wausau alignment, the City Council may set the public hearing date to
modify the East Farmington TIF Project Area.
Financial Impact
The financial impact upon the City will be that the City will be reimbursed for expenses it
incurred associated with the Wausau alignment.
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Citlj. of FarminfJ.ton 325 Oak Street. Farmintjton, MN 5502~ · (612) ~63-7117 · FaK (612) 463-2591
Action Requested
The City Council is requested to pass a motion setting a public hearing at 7:30 P.M. on
November 18,1996 to modify the East Farmington TIF District and Financing Plan to
include the eligible Wausau alignment costs and the geographical area of the Wausau
alignment within the TIF Project Area.
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HRA Executive Director
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TO:
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City Administrator~~
FROM:
Ken Kuchera, Fire Chief
SUBJECT:
Approve Etching and Sealing
Fire Hall Bay Floors
DATE:
October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
Approve a request to acid etch and apply 2 coats of epoxy to the floors of the
fire hall bay area.
DISCUSSION
The bay floors were sealed when the Fire Hall was built in 1985. Since that
time, the sealant has become worn and needs to be reapplied. The process will
include acid etching the floor, filling any cracks, sanding and reapplication
of 2 coats of epoxy sealant. The sealant prevents slipping in addition to
giving the bay floors a finished look.
BUDGET IMPACT
The 1996 CIP provides $7,500 for etching and sealing the bay floors. The
quote from Gopher State Cleaning is $6,994.00, therefore, there is adequate
funding to cover the cost of this project.
ACTION REQUESTED
Approve the expenditure of $6,994.00 for the etching and sealing of the Fire
Hall bay area floors.
Respectfully submitted,
~~
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Fire Chief /Vf1T
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CitlJ of FarminfJ.ton 325 Oak Street · Farmintjton, MN 55024 · (612) 463-7117 · FaK (612) 463-2591
REQUEST FORM
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I RECOMMEND THE ABOVE REQUEST BE APPROVED.
SIGNATURE OF CITY ADMINISTRATOR
DATE
ACTION TAKEN BY THE COUNCIL ON THE
DAY OF
19_
(A:'PROVED)
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TO:
Mayor, Councilpersons
City Admlnllftmtor~
Paul Asher, Liquor Operations Manager
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Area Liquor Store Retained Eamings
DATE:
September 16,1996
INTRODUCfION
The City Council had requested information on retained earnings from other Liquor Stores in our area.
Following are the 1995 retained earnings of our area Municipal Liquor Stores.
DISCUSSION
The calendar year of 1995 was the first full year of the operations for the Pilot Knob Store,
which opened on July 8~ 1994.
# of 1995 Sales Retained Earnings Gross Operating
.....................................~~..............................................................................................~...................g~~..........
Lakeville 3 4,740,309 1,207,746 25.50% 396,953
Apple Valley 2 3,620,114 922,230 25.48% 153,145
Savage 2 1,997,024 475,762 23.800./0 146,452
Farmington 2 1,226,863 319,710 26.100./0 43,276
Our sales through August 1996
Downtown Store $482,212 up 8% from 1995
Pilot Knob Store 442.137 up 25% from 1995
$924,349 up 15.5% from 1995
I project the total sales for 1996 to be over $1,410,000, and I expect retained earnings to be
over $80,000.
I estimate that we lost at least $15,000 in sales at the Downtown Store during the bridge
construction detour on Hwy. #50, and this does not include the tonnt1mlM constrUCtion detour on Hwy.
#50 between CO. Rd. 31 & Lakeville.
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Mayor, councilmembe~~
City Administrator ~- ~
Daniel M. Siebenaler, Chief of Police
TO:
SUBJECT:
Squad Car Design
DATE:
October 7, 1996
Introduction
The Farmington Police Department has developed a new design for the
City's squad cars.
Discussion
The new design for the squad cars will incorporate the current blue
and silver Farmington Police Department name and numbering. The
location of that decal will be changed to the rear half of the
front door above the door trim. In the front upper quarter of that
same door, we will place an 11 inch version of our squad shield.
This is a smaller shield that will allow the door trim to remain in
tact at a savings of approximately $170. per car.
In addition, the upper rear quarter panel will display the
Farmington Police Department mission statement, 11 Service in the
Interest of Peace and Justice. 11 This decal and the new striping
will also be in the light blue and silver colors currently used.
Budqet Impact
The total cost of the new design is $270. This is $150. per car
more than the old design and includes professional installation.
At this time, we will be upgrading two squads for a total of $540.
The remaining squads will be built with the new design as they are
delivered in 1997.
This amount is included in the 1996 vehicle maintenance budget.
Action Reauired
Information only.
Respectfully submitted,
'U--M&J~~
Daniel M. Siebenaler
Chief of Police
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CitlJ. of FarminfJ.ton 325 Oak Street. Farmintjton, MN 55024 · (612) 463-7171 · FaK (612) 463-2591
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FROM:
Mayor, councilmem~~~and
City Administratorj -c.-
Daniel M. Siebenaler, Chief of Police
TO:
SUBJECT:
Dakota County Tech College
Law Enforcement Training Contract
DATE:
October 7, 1996
Introduction
The police department is seeking continuation of the training
contract with Dakota County Technical College.
Discussion
The Farmington Police Department has had an annual training
agreement with the Technical College for the past twelve years.
This contract allows our officers to participate in up to 1500
hours of training per year at no additional cost. It has proven to
be a valuable and cost effective training source.
Budqet Impact
The contract cost is $298. per officer or a total of $2980. This
cost will be fully refunded by the Minnesota POST Board Continuing
Education Reimbursement Program.
Recommendation
Authorize execution of training agreement with Dakota County
Technical College.
Respectfully submitted,
Daniel M. Siebenaler
Chief of Police
DMS/m
CitlJ of FarminfJ.ton 325 Oak Street · Farmintjton, MN 55024 · (612) 463.7117 · FaK (612) 463-2591
TO:
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Mayor, Councilmembers and City
Administrator .9t
FROM:
Thomas J. Kaldunski, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
SUBJECT:
School and Conference Request
DATE:
October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
A seminar to improve management, communication and delegation skills is being offered to senior-
level management staff.
DISCUSSION
Attached is a school and conference request for attending a seminar titled "Management Problems
of the Technical Person in a Leadership Role". This conference will help improve my skills in
the areas of management, communication and delegation.
BUDGET IMPACT
There are adequate funds in the 1996 budget for this purpose.
RECOMMENDATION
Council approval of the attached school and conference request for $230.
Respectfully Submitted,
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City Administrator
SUBJECT:
Charlie Tooker, City Planner ~
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at Northern Natural Gas Complex
FROM:
DATE:
October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
Northern Natural Gas Company would like to construct a 24' x 28' compressor
station over existing above ground pipes northwest of the intersection of County
Roads 50 and 31.
DISCUSSION
When County Road 50 improvements required extra depth for pipe under the road,
Northern Natural decided to construct a building to cover pipe which has been at
this location for several year. The only function of the structure is to muffle
noise when pressure is periodically released from the pipe.
The building, which will be blue and white, will replicate other structures in the
complex and will not be offensive to other property owners in the City. The
structure will be 92 feet from County Road 50 and 146 feet from County Road 31.
Section 4-5-4 of the City Code indicates that only the City Council can authorize
pole buildings in districts other than Agricultural or Conservation. The zoning
of this site is I-1 Light Industrial.
ACTION REQUIRED
Authorize construction of the pole building illustrated on the attached drawing at
the site indicated on the plan.
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City Administrato~
Charles Tooker, City Planner
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SUBJECT:
1997 Metropolitan Council
Livable Communities Act
DATE:
October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
Each year, metropolitan area communities are required to reaffirm participation in
the Housing Incentives Account Program of the Metropolitan Council Livable
Communities Act.
DISCUSSION
The attached resolution is adapted from a model provided by the Metropolitan
Council. The important paragraph in this resolution follows the third WHEREAS and
indicates that metropolitan communities are not eligible to receive grants or loans
under the Metropolitan Livable Communities fund nor are they eligible to receive
polluted site clean up funding from the Department of Trade and Economic Development
unless they participate in the Local Housing Incentives Account program.
Farmington already participates in the Dakota County Cluster for Livable Communities
and taxes generated by Farmington which go to the Dakota County Housing Authority
already cover the housing activities budget suggested by the Metropolitan Council
for Farmington in 1997. In addition, the TIF program developed for East Farmington
is a more significant contribution in providing affordable housing for residents of
the community.
ACTION REQUIRED
Adopt the attached resolution so that it can be forwarded to the Metropolitan
Council before the November 15, 1996 deadline.
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Charles Tooker
City Planner
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RESOLUTION
ELECTING TO CONTINUE PARTICIPATION IN
THE LOCAL HOUSING INCENTIVES ACCOUNT PROGRAM
UNDER THE METROPOLITAN LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT
FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1997
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 7th day of October, 1996 at 7:00 P.M..
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following:
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act (M.S. Statutes 473.25 to
473.254) establishes a Metropolitan Livable Communities Fund which is intended to
address housing and other development issues facing the metropolitan area defined
by Minnesota Statutes 473.121; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Fund, comprising the Tax Base
Revitalization Account, the Livable Communities Demonstration Account and the
Local Housing Incentive Account, is intended to provide certain funding and other
assistance to metropolitan area municipalities; and
WHEREAS, a metropolitan area municipality is not eligible to receive grants or
loans under the Metropolitan Livable Communities Fund nor eligible to receive
certain polluted site clean up funding from the Minnesota Department of Trade and
Economic Development unless the municipality is participating in the Local
Housing Incentives Account Program under Minnesota Statute 473.254; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act requires the Metropolitan
Council to negotiate with each municipality to establish affordable and life-
cycle housing goals for that municipality which are consistent with and promote
the policies of the Metropolitan Council as provided in the adopted Metropolitan
Development Guide; and
WHEREAS, each municipality must identify to the Metropolitan Council the actions
the municipality plans to take to meet the established housing goals through
preparation of the Housing Action Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council adopted, by resolution after a public hearing,
negotiated affordable and life cycle housing goals for each participating
municipality; and
WHEREAS, a metropolitan area municipality which elects to participate in the
Local Housing Incentives Account Program must do so by November 15 of each year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City of Farmington hereby elects to
participate in the Local Housing Incentives Program under the Metropolitan
Livable Communities Act during the calendar year 1997.
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TO: Mayor, Councilmembers,
City Administrato~
FROM: Karen Finstuen, Admin. Asst.
SUBJECT: Tax Forfeited Property
DATE: October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
The property located at 612 5th Street has been forfeited to the State of Minnesota for non-
payment of property taxes.
DISCUSSION
Dakota County requires a certified copy of a Council Resolution authorizing action. Staff has
determined that the property is unsuitable for public use and that it be approved for public
auction.
BUDGET IMPACT
None.
ACTION REQUIRED
Adopt Resolution approving parcel No. 14-64500-010-00 for public auction.
Respectfully submitted,
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Administrative Assistant
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PRO P 0 SED
RESOLUTION
APPROVING NON-CONSERVATION PARCEL FOR PUBLIC AUCTION
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
7th day of October, 1996 at 7:00 P.M..
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following:
WHEREAS, the City of Farmington has been notified by Dakota County Treasurer-
Auditor Office that a parcel (PIN 14-654500-010-00) within the City has been
forfeited to the State of Minnesota for nonpayment of property taxes; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes 282.01 provides that the City must either approve the
parcel for public auction or request a conveyance to the City for public use; and
WHEREAS, the City has no immediate need nor foreseeable future need for the
parcel for public use.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Farmington
hereby approves the sale of Parcel No. 14-64500-010-00 by public auction.
This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farmington City Council in open
session on the 7th day of October, 1996.
Mayor
Attested to the _____ day of October, 1996.
City Administrator
MINNESOTA Department of Revenue
Commissioner's Office
St. Paul, MN 55146-7100
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The Honorable Eugene Kuchera
Mayor
City of Farmington
325 Oak Street
Farmington, Minnesota 55024
Dear Mayor Kuchera:
This is in response to your letter of August 29, 1996, appealing the Department of
Revenue's decision to disallow the city of Farmington's claim that it made a local
contribution to the East Farmington Soils Condition Tax Increment Financing District
in 1995.
The July 8, 1996 letter from the Property Tax Division of the Department of Revenue
states that the $500,000 worth of black dirt "contributed" by the city of Farmington to
the TIF district may not be considered a local contribution under M.S. 1995
Supplement, Section 273.1399, Subd. 6, clause (d), as amended by Laws 1996,
Chapter 471, Article 7, Section 3 because:
(1) The dirt came from the excavation ofthe Prairie Waterway, which is included
within the TIF district.
(2) Proceeds of the TIF bonds were used to pay the contractor who excavated the
Prairie Waterway.
Under the law cited above, a local contribution must be derived from unrestricted
funds of the municipality or authority, and may not be made directly or indirectly with
tax increments or developer payments as defined under M.S. 469.1766.
The July 8, 1996 letter from the Department of Revenue argues that since the proceeds
of TIF bonds were used to finance the excavation of the dirt, and since the value of the
dirt was obtained through the excavation, and since tax increments will be used to pay
the principal and interest on the TIF bonds, the contribution of the dirt to the TIF
district is a case of a contribution made indirectly with tax increments. The possibility
continued.. .
An equal opportunity employer
TDD: (612) 297-2196
that the city could have sold the dirt elsewhere and deposited the receipts in the city's
general fund is not germane to the argument because of how the excavation of the dirt
was financed.
Your letter of August 29, 1996 reiterates arguments previously made in defense of the
city's local contribution claim. I can find nothing in your letter to justify a reversal of
the July 8, 1996 letter from the Department of Revenue.
Sincerely,
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Commissioner
cc: John F. Erar
City Administrator
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TO: Mayor, Councilmembers and City
Administrator rc-
FROM: Thomas J. Kaldunski, P .E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
SUBJECT: Various Requests for Street Signs
DATE: October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
The City has received various requests for street signs throughout the City. These requests have
been reviewed by the Police and Public Works Departments.
DISCUSSION
The following will outline the requests for signs that have been received. Each request is followed
by the staff review and recommendation. Attached is a map indicating the requested locations.
The Police Department has reviewed traffic incidents at these locations and there have been few
accidents.
1. Stop sign on 180th Street near 5175 - 180th Street or speed limit to slow down traffic.
Traffic control patterns in the Dakota County Estates area have been reviewed by
the City in the past. This review resulted in a stop sign on 180th Street at Ely Avenue which is
one block away from this requested sign location. 180th Street is a local collector that provides
a route for local traffic to flow efficiently and safely to Pilot Knob Road.
This additional stop sign is not recommended by staff.
2. Stop sign for speed control on Upper 183rd Street at Elkwood Ave. and/or parking restrictions
due to high car speeds.
The City has reviewed this request for a stop sign at this location in the past. This
request was denied in the past for reasons similar to Item #1 above. This development was
designed with street widths that provide for adequate parking on both sides of the center traffic
lanes. These streets are designed to provide on street public parking. Parked vehicles on both
sides of the road way also provide a traffic calming effect which helps reduce vehicle speeds.
Eliminating the parking could result in faster traffic.
It is recommended to deny parking restrictions at this location.
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3. "No parking" zone at curve by Embry Ave. and Echo Lane to improve visibility and reduce
possibility of harm to children in the street.
The discussion related to public parking rights and traffic calming effects outlined in
#2 above also apply at their location.
It is recommended to deny "no parking" restrictions at this location.
4. Stop sign on Sunnyside at Centennial.
Centennial Drive serves as a local collector to provide neighborhood access to T.H.
3. Traffic on side streets like Sunnyside should be stopped to provide an efficient traffic
pattern on the local collector (Centennial Drive).
This request meets traffic warrants outlined in the Minnesota Manual for Uniform
Traffic Control Devices and it is recommended that this stop sign request be approved.
5. Stop signs at Embers Avenue and 187th Street - four way to manage speed of traffic and
children going to future park.
There are currently two existing stop signs on 187th Street. This request is seeking
to stop traffic on Embers Avenue. Embers is a local collector street that has been constructed
44 feet wide to provide for efficient traffic patterns in accordance with the City's
Comprehensive Traffic Plan. Embers A venue will provide the neighborhood access to CSAH
31 and the nearby commercial district. The current traffic pattern is consistent with Minnesota
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
It is recommended to deny this request for two stop signs on Embers Avenue.
6. In addition, staff has reviewed the temporary stop signs that were placed in response to
rerouting of traffic due to the CSAH 50 bridge reconstruction.
It is recommended that;
a) The City remove the temporary stop signs placed on Spruce Street at 1st Street; and
b) approve the four way stop at Spruce Street and 3rd Street for permanent installation.
Removing the two stop signs on Spruce Street at First Street will return the intersection to it's
original condition which provides the improved traffic flow on Spruce Street between the
downtown area and Denmark Avenue. Signs stating "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" will be
added to the signs on 1 st Street for safety.
The four way stop at 3rd and Spruce has provided for better traffic patterns in the down town
area. Traffic flows much better at 3rd and Oak because of this four way stop. It has also been
noted that traffic on Spruce has safer access to 3rd Street with this four way stop. Signs
indicating the permanent four way stop will be added to the four existing stop signs.
Also attached is a map prepared in March 1996, which outlines the traffic patterns that are planned
for the northern area which is developing. This plan was reviewed and approved by the Council
last spring.
BUDGET IMPACT
The purchase of additional signs is possible through the department's 1996 Operating Budget.
ACTION REQUESTED
Approve/Deny the street sign requests as outlined in this memo. The Public Works Department
will implement the changes to the street signs as noted in this memo.
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Director of Public Works/City Engineer
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FROM: Karen Finstuen, Admin. Asst.
SUBJECT: Open House and Public
Informational Meeting
Extension of County Road 31
DATE: October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
The open house scheduled to discuss the proposed construction and extension of County Road 31
will be held Thursday, October 17, 1996 at the Farmington Senior Center between 3:00 p.m.
and 7:00 p.m.
DISCUSSION
The Public Information meeting scheduled for Monday, October 21,1996 will be held at the
Akin Road Elementary School in the Gymnasium. This item will be included under the public
hearing section of the agenda to begin at 7:30 p.m.
ACTION REQUIRED
This is for your information only.
Respectfully submitted,
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Administrative Assistant
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TO:
Mayor, Councilmembers and City
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FROM:
Thomas J. Kaldunski, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineerft
SUBJECT:
Lane Striping on Elm Street from
Division to 4th Street
DATE:
October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
The Council received the attached request from Dakota County Highway Department to modify the
parking restrictions on CSAH 50 (Elm Street).
DISCUSSION
The Council reviewed the status of parking versus no parking on Elm Street from Division to 4th
Street in 1995. The Council adopted resolutions that established No Parking Zones on CSAH 50
from 4th Street to 1st Street and Division Street to the west City limits (Lakeville border). These
resolutions were adopted to:
_ Provide the three lane/center turn lane at the More 4 and Hardees entrances to provide for safer
turning movements on Elm Street to reduce accidents; and
- to provide No Parking on the high speed sections to avoid potential hazards.
The Dakota County Highway Department has indicated that allowing parking on Elm Street from
Division Street to 1st Street does not allow for the appropriate striping of the center turn lanes.
The County has requested that the City Council prohibit on-street parking on both sides of CSAH
50 between Division and 1st Street.
Attached is a proposed resolution for the City Council to consider. This resolution would prohibit
on street parking on CSAH 50 (Elm Street) from Division Street to 1st Street. The Council may
want to consider an opportunity to seek public input from the neighborhood and nearby businesses.
BUDGET IMPACT
The striping of the center turn lane on Elm Street would be done by the County Highway
Department at no cost to the City if the No Parking Zone is established. This work is included in
the CSAH 50 improvement project.
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RECOMMENDATION
That the Council review the request from the County Highway Department and establish "No
Parking" on CSAH 50 (Elm Street) between Division Street and 1st Street to allow for safety
improvements with the center turn lane.
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Thomas J. Kaldunski, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
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Department Heads
Proposed RESOLUTION NO. R -96
PROHIBITING PARKING ON BOTH SIDES OF (CSAH 50) ELM STREET
BETWEEN DMSION STREET AND 1ST STREET
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof. a regular meeting of the City Council and the City of
Farmington, Minnesota, was held in the Civic Center of said City on the 7th day of October, 1996 at
7:00 p.m..
The following members were present:
The following members were absent:
Member
introduced and Member
seconded the following resolution:
WHEREAS, vehicle traffic has increased dramatically along CSAH 50 (Elm Street) in recent
months; and
WHEREAS, the County allows local authorities to establish parking restrictions on County roads
and Elm Street is a County Road (TH 50); and
WHEREAS, the City and County agree that prohibiting parking on both sides of CSAH 50 (Elm
Street) from Division Street to 1st Street will provide for safer turning movements on Elm Street and
reduce accidents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council that the City prohibits
parking on CSAH 50 (Elm Street) from Division Street to 1st Street.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council directs the City Engineer to contact Dakota
County Highway Department and request striping of the center lane on Elm Street.
This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farmington City Council in open session on the 7th
day of October, 1996.
Attested to the
day of
,1996.
Mayor
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DAKOTA COUNTY
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
14955 Gfl,LAXIE AVENue 3RD FLOOR
DAVID L. EVERDS. P.E.
COUNTY ENGINEER
(612) 891-7100
Fax(612) 891-7127
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September 4, 1996
Thomas J. Kaldunski, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
City of Farmington
325 Oak Street
Farmington, MN. 55024
RE: Parking restriction on CSAH 59 (Elm Street)
Dear Mr. Kaldunski,
I received the City resolutions restricting parking on CSAH 50 and note that on-street
parking is still allowed between Division Street and First Street.
CSAH 50 is not wide enough to permit parking as well as provide a center left turn lane.
As a result, we have been forced to open the roadway without marking a center left turn
lane at the Division Street intersection or the First Street intersection.
The CSAH 50 road and bridge construction project was designed to facilitate
installation of the left turn lane. This is a valuable and important feature of the roadway
in this area. At the present time, traffic turning left from either direction at these
intersections block the through traffic. Some through traffic is driving around the right
side causing safety problems involving other intersection traffic as well as parked
vehicles on CSAH 50.
The continued commercial development on CSAH 50 in this area has increased the
intersection traffic making these problems more pronounced.
Because parking was not prohibited on CSAH 50 between Division Street and First
Street, we were not able to properly stripe the roadway as a three lane section with
center turn lanes. Please return this issue to the City Council to prohibit on-street
parking on both sides of CSAH 50 between Division Street and First Street. This will
allow us to place the continuous left turning lane from the bridge (Division Street)
intersection to the downtown area to properly service the Farmington streets and
businesses. We will have the opportunity to place the correct markings at the
completion of our project.
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Traffic Engineer
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Brandt Richardson, County Administrator
Lou Breimhurst, Physical Development Director
Dave Everds, County Engineer
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FROM: Thomas J. Kaldunski, P.E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
SUBJECT: Dakota County 5 Year Capital
Improvement Plan, 1997-2001
DATE: October 7, 1996
INTRODUCTION
The City received a request from Dakota County to review their draft of the 1997-2001 Capital
Improvement Plan. The County has requested comments. This memo will outline the County's
proposed Capital Improvement Plan, 1997-2001.
DISCUSSION
The following outlines the projects that the County has included in their draft 1997-2001 Capital
Improvement Plan;
Year Road Segment Description Est. Total Est. City
Cost Cost
1) 1997 CSAH 31 (Pilot CSAH 50 to 4 lane road and new $7,250,000 $3,575,000*
Knob) northern City alignment
limits
2) 1997 C.R. 64 (l95th CSAH 31 to TH 3 Bridges/Engineering $100,000 $45,000
St.)
3) 1997 CSAH 74 (Ash RR to TH 3 Two lane $850,000 $410,000**
Street) reconstructi on
4) 1998 C.R. 64 (195th) CSAH 31 to TH 3 Two lane $1,045,000 $348,274
reconstruction
5) 1999 CSAH 50 (Elm Division to TH 3 Three lane $1,640,000 $500,000***
Street) reconstruction
6) 1999 c.R. 64 (195th) CSAH 31 to TH 3 Pave two lane $175,000 $33,750
7) Potential CSAH 31 (new TH 50 to CSAH Two lane $1,500,000 unknown
by 2001 align) 74 (Ash) construction
8) Potential C.R. 65 (195th) Cedar A venue to Two lane unknown unknown
by 2001 CSAH 31 construction
9) 1999 CSAH 31 at 195th St. Traffic Signal $110,000 unknown
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Indicates Farmington & Lakeville costs.
Denotes street construction only - see feasibility study for utility and Prairie Waterway,
Phase III estimates.
Street construction only - utilities by City at 100% - no estimate available.
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CitlJ of FarminiJ.ton 325 Oak Street · FarmintJtonJ MN 55024 · (672) 463.77 77 · Fax (672) 463.2597
Attached is a map which indicates the proposed projects listed above that Dakota County has in their
draft Capital Improvement Plan.
In addition, the City has discussed the following traffic lights and other improvements.
Year Street Location Requested Est. Cost
Improvement
a) 1997 CSAH 31 Upper 182nd Traffic Light $110,000
b) 1997 CSAH 31 CSAH 50 Traffic Light $110,000
c) 1997 CSAH 31 Elk River Trail Traffic Light $110,000
d) 1997 CSAH 31 193rd Street Pedestrian overpass unknown
e) 1997 CSAH 74 TH3 Emergency pre-emption $15,000 system
t) 1999 CSAH 31 180th Street Traffic Light $110,000
g) 2001 + CSAH 31 190th Street Traffic Light $110,000
The County's policy on traffic light cost sharing is based upon the number oflegs on the intersection
and jurisdiction of the legs of the intersection. The City will need to include these potential projects
in it's 5 year Capital Improvement Plan.
BUDGET IMPACT
The figures provided in this memo are preliminary estimates based upon discussions with the Dakota
County Highway Department. The City will need to complete detailed fiscal reviews of all projects
prior to entering into formal construction agreements with the County. These reviews will be done
on a project by project basis.
The fiscal impact will be given an overall review as the City prepares it's Capital Improvement Plan
for 1997-2001.
ACTION REQUESTED
Review these proposed improvements on County highways within the City and provide staff
direction on the comments to be submitted to the County.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Thomas J~ldunski, P .E.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
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COUD.CilmaJDl Do.D Gamer
1003 7th street
Jii'azom1D.trtDnJ~ MiD.D.BSOUJ 55024J
September 25, 1996
John Erar, City Administrator
City of Farmington
325 Oak Street
Farmington,Mn, 55024
Dear Mr. Erar,
I recently was made aware that the City of Anoka has what they call a Police
Accountability Counseling. My understanding of this procedure is not to make the parents
responsible for their children's actions, but in fact to hold the child responsible for his or
her actions by shaming them in front of the victim.
I would like to know more about the Anoka policy, their procedure, as well as their
success rate. If you would make the time to contact The City of Anoka for information
regarding their Police Accountability Counseling and bring it to our next Round Table for
discussion I would appreciate it.
Sincerely, _ 0
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Don Gamer
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Restorative Justice A healing response to crime
Produced by the Center for Restorative Justice & Mediation, School of Social Work, University of Minnesota in cooperation with:
Minnesota Department of Corrections, Balanc:ed & Restorative Justice Project and the National Organization for Victim Assistance.
Principles of Restorative Justice
.:. Crime hurts victims, communities and offenders.
-c. _ All parties should be a part of the response to the crime, including the offender, the community, and the
victim ifhe or she wishes.
.:. The victim is central to deciding how to repair the harm.
-c. Accountability for the offender means accepting responsibility and repairing the harm done.
.) The community makes sure that the laws which guide our behavior are carried out in ways which are
responsive to our different cultures and backgrowuls, whether racial, ethnic, geographic, religious, economic,
age, abilities, fiunily status, sexual orientation and other backgrounds-and all are given equal protection and
due process.
Crime is seen as an act against another person or the community, rather than an act against the state. The
state (or the government) wants to have the problem resolved, but is not the main player in solving it. It is
the offender ~o takes the personal responsibility for making things right with the victim and the community-
-not the state.
-c.... Restoration or repairing the harm replaces puni~hment for its own sake. Restitution would become the rule--
not the exception.
.:. Results are measured by how niuch repair has been done rather than by how much punishment was inflicted.
.) Controlling crime is mainly for the community and its members. nle criminal justice system can ~eally only
have a small affect on the level of crime because it basically can ollly respond after a crime occurs.
.:. Offenders are definitely accountable for their individual choices, but communities are also accountable for
the conditions which may exist that contribute to crime.
Center for Restorative Justice & Mediation, School of Social Work, University of Minnesota
386 McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108
Phone (612) 624-4923 + Fax (612) 624-4288. E-mail: ctr4rjm@che2.che.umn.edu
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Restorative Justice A healing response to crime
Produced by the Center for Restorative Justice & Mediation, Scbool of Social Work, University of Minnesota in cooperation with:
Minnesota Department of Corrections. Balanced & Restorative Justice Project and tbe National Organization for Victim Assistance.
What is Restorative Justice?
Restorative Justice is a new way of thinking about crime and criminal justice.
Restorative Justice emphasizes the ways in which crime hurts relationships between people who live in a community.
Crime is seen as something done against a victim and the comm\mity--not simply as a violation against the state.
Crime may be any wrong, even a noncriminal offense, that weakens relationships between people or harms
community living. In Restorative Justice, the offender becomes accountable to those he or she has harmed. Justice
is not only given to offenders, but it is done for victims.
Expanded role for victims.
Restorative Justice allows the voices of victims to be heard. Crime victims are given more chances to regain their.
personal power. Many victims say that they tend to feel left out of their own cases in the traditional justice system
Victims often need to speak their feelings. Restorative Justice gives victims more opportunities to be involved to
decide how their needs can best be met.
Community participation.
Restoratwe Justice encourages active pa.rticipation by the victim, the offender and the comm11Ility to repair the fabric
of community peace. The entire community is responsible for supporting and assisting victims, holding offenders
accountable and helping offenders to make amends. .
Communities have the right to feel safe and secure. Restorative Justice helps communities build their sense of safety
by having community members be active in peacemaking.
Offender's involvement.
Restorative Justice has offenders taking personal responsibility for their actions and then actively working to repair
the harm that they have Caused to victims and community. Making things right.
F or many offenders, going to jail may seem a lot easier than being accountable to their victims. Offenders learn about
how they have personally harmed victims and can then work to make real amends to the victim and the community.
Center for Restorative Justice & Mediation, School of Social Work, University of Minnesota
386 McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Avenue, S1. Paul, MN 55108 .
Phone (612) 624-4923'" Fax (612) 624-4288 + E-mail: ctr4Jjm@che2.che.umn.e~
Juvenile Justice Alternative Police Accountability Conferencing
Proiect Selection
Anoka established a citizen's Anti-Crime Commission which wanted to become
involved in the study of real solutions to the problems of juvenile delinquency. A
private grant was obtained to send three members of the Police Department to
Scotland to evaluate something called ''The Children's Panel."
A system very much like the United States which dealt with juvenile justice had been
abandoned in Scotland for a system in which volunteer members of the community
sat in judgment of juvenile offenders. Scotland's citizens panel had statutory
powers. They could force certain behaviors and could remove the child from the
home, if deemed appropriate.
Both Scotland- and England also" use a "Police Hearing" for juvenile offenders
'instead=of referring them to court. In a "Police Hearing", the youthful offender and
hislher parents' are brought before a high ranking member of the police department
for the offender to explain his actions. The juvenile may then be placed" under
supervision.of the police or given some form of community service. In both
instances, the child must have admitted guilt and the parents must be willing to go
"" through the process.
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The police-hearing processJs similar to -a practice used by the AnokaPolice
Department;30 yearS ago when the" police departmentdealt with juvenile offenders
personally..,Underthe-police hearing process, thel'8<W8s a mystique-about the
police.' Young people under the supervision of one officer believed they were under
the supervision of all officers. It wasn't true (it was a lot like the traffic offender who
spots a police car and slows down) but It was more effective than formal or informal
probation.
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Later, mostJaw enforcement agencies" changed from personal practitioners and
became police radio reactive and referral agencies. There was a concern that law
enforcement was not treating everyone the same. Law enforcement began to react
to all calls as if they were all 911 and speed of answering calls became all important.
Law enforcement appears to have come full circle on this issue recognizing that all
persons and cases must be treated individually.
The Anoka Police Department began exploring the implementation of a "Children's
Panel" concept. It was recognized that statutory authority would probably be
unacceptable so the panel would act in an advisory format. The police formal
hearing system was also being studied for implementation.
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DETAILED PROJECT DOCUMENT
A JUVENILE JUSTICE ALTERNATIVE
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY CONFERENCING
Anoka Minnesota Police Department
Problem Identification
The.City of Anoka,. Minnesota, is a northern suburb of Minneapolis which was
originally incorporated in 1878. It is located within a geographical area of seven
square miles and has a diverse population of approximately 18,000 people. Anoka
presently has the 13th highest crime rate out of 103 cities in the seven county
metropolitan area. Just three years ago, Anoka had the fifth highest crime rate.
This is. an older community with a traditional downtown area. Almost half of its
housing isclassified as low rental property~ It is the County Seat of Anoka County
and houses~theCountyGdvemment Center, CourtHouse. and Jail. A State
Hospital; the largest populated senior high school in the state, and large and small
industries allt also located in Anoka.
Anoka is surrounded on all sides by newer and growing suburban communities with
.anencircling population of over 130,000. the day time and early evening population
'. servi~y,.th8p..CityotAnoka is:3~000,peopleo;~TI'l,Mississippi River. runs along
the citys;so~emborde~.~ndthe,Rum River divides the City in halfasit empties
into'the-Mississippi: . As.a resultof the waterwaysi' the City has traffic problems
...attributable,toailack of bridges..', Anoka is a diverse community with diverse
problems.
In October 1993, the Anoka Police Department began exploring options into the
existing practice of referring juvenile
offenders to court services or Juvenile
Court:.; ItbEiCame increasingly clear that
the results of such referrals were
becoming ineffective. Offenders
sometimes received a warning letter and
never appeared in court or if they
appeared, were dealt with by a probation
officer and placed under unsupervised
probation~ Police officers were becoming
concerned as they continued to have
contact with the same offenders
repeatedly. Additionally, the juvenile
crime rate was increasing, particularly in
the area of violent behavior. (See
Diagram #1.]
1992 Arrests.
Adults & Juveniles
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FWU II CRIMES
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The power of a successful Police Accountability Conference can be accounted for by
John Braithwaite's (1989) theory of "Re-Integrative Shaming" and by Silvan Tomkins
(1962-92) Affect and Script theories. In addition, this is summarized and extended
by Donald L. Nathanson (1992). Both theories hold that shame plays a key role in
the regulation of social behavior. According to Braithwaite, it does this in two ways.
It puts pressure on individuals both from within and from without.
First, social disapproval deters offending behavior by threatening a loss of status
and "affection. This is the source of external pressure; the individual whose behavior
offends is threatened with disgrace.
Secondly, attacks of conscience also deter offending behavior. This is the source of
internal pressure; the individual who might consider committing a crime is prompted
by conscience to exercise discretion and to avoid the offending behavior.
Shame is ge,neratedboth by social disapproval and by exercise of conscience. The
shame of social disapproval, however, is much more painful than is the pain caused
by exercise of conscience. Most people avoid th~more painful shame of disgrace
by regularly exercising their conscience. They endure the lesser pain of exercise of
conscience in orderto avoid the greater shame that would befall them were they to
ignore their conscience and act in an offensive manner.
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, Consequently: they dc)nofengage" in"'mrendirig behavior. But noter. people are
deterred less by the>threat of official punishment than by the threat of public
disgrace,,: The threatofthe loss of status~' respect; and affectionis a significant
threat" And this is nota threat that can be made by state officials. It can only be
made by th9se who have a significant personal relationship with the person whose
behavior may cause harm.
An effective Police Accountability Conference employs these insights. It threatens
the young offenderwittrsocial disapproval. But in making the distinction between
unacceptable behaviorand the potentially good'young person oryoung" people
responsible for that behavior, the conference offers the possibility of social
re-integration. It is designed as a ritual in which victims, offenders, and those
closest to them can deal with their shame and anger. Having done so, they can then
remove the labels of victim and offender.
The Police Accountability Conference holds that victims of crime" and anti-social
behavior and their communities of care, together with the offender and their
community of care, have a right to be involved in the process of determining how
best to repair the harm or damage resulting from that crime.
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While analysis and some training were taking place, the police department had the
opportunity to listen to an officer from an Australia Police Department who was
speaking about Police Accountability Conferencing. Sgt. Terry O'Connell from the
New South Wales, Australia Police Department was traveling around North America
on a Winston Churchill fellowship to explain to anyone who would listen about
"Police Accountability Conferencing".
,- The family group conference process was first used by the Maori people of New
Zealand, although native peoples in other parts of the world have employed similar
process. In the Maori process, the extended network of family and friends share the
responsibility for a young persons behavior while involving the victims of that
behavior in the process of resolution. This creative use of traditional methods to
address contemporary problems was promoted by the perception that entirely
different approaches were needed in juvenile justice. The outcome achieved in the
formaLcoult,systems.wereJ5een as inadequate or inappropriate for victims, for many
youngpffenders, and f()!.~~er people affected by offending behavior.
Some impressive efforts thatsought reparation for victims and reconciliation with
offenders have already been tried in North America, Britain, West Germany, and
Scandinavia during the 1970s and 1980s. At that time, these efforts were the most
sophisticated in a long lineage of informal alternatives to the modem formal criminal
,justice process.
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Wbatset:NewZealand~Jamily group..conference model- apart from these other
efforts was. the emphasis on collective,responses to social problems. While other
efforts focus on the rights-and needs of the individuals, the New Zealand model
sought to mobilize the support of local communities, the family, and social networks.
The model was passed into legislation in 1989 as The Childrens Youth Persons and
Their Families Ad.
The- practical. realities of that Ad were observed in 1990 by John McDonald of the
New South Wales Police Service. He brought the idea back to Australia and began
to adapt the practice and elaborate the accompanying theory, with the aid of
Sergeant Terry O'Connell and others. Police in the State of New South Wales
began a trial of family group conferences in 1991 in the rural city of Wagga Wagga.
What soon became known as the Wagga model spread to the suburbs of
Marrickville, Campbelltown and Castle Hill in Sydney, and to the rural towns of
Bourke; Moree, Bozzabilla, Toomelah, and Mungindi.
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Proaram Evaluation
The ongoing evaluation process for Police Accountability Conferencing in this
community is handled by a subcommittee of the Anti-Crime Commission. It was
determined that this would be the most objective manner in obtaining valuable
feedback as to the programs effectiveness. Some of the remarks made were:
, Victim: ''It was a risk. I'm glad I did it. It was really good."
Offender's Mother: ''It was an appropriate way to handle this case"
''It was better than being 'shoved off' to Juvenile Court."
Offender's Mother: (on coordinator's performance) 'Very good job, very
professional- to the point. E~g was addressed."
Offender's Mother:
'Tnis is the best Police Force ever. They want to help
and keep on top of things."
(on changes in her child) 'Very positive. They got to the
root of what was happening. I was very pleased.
Now my son behaves like a young man and lets me know
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This sampling was representative of the positive response of all surveys received.
Additionally, parents and victims have called or sent letters expressing their
satisfaction with the conference.
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Since beginning this process, the Anoka Police Department has held 40 "Police
Accountability Conferences" and five "Police Formal Hearings." In every case where
a conference was held, the offender has not come back through the system. Of the
five formal police hearings held, one case became a repeat offender and was
referred to Juvenile Court. [See Summary of Questionnaires on the following page.]
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Offenders have a right to be confronted by the consequences of the crime they have
committed. Only by being confronted can offenders begin to understand the extent
of the harm they have caused and can understand the need to help repair that harm.
TheJikelihood of them re-offending can then be significantly reduced.
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The preSence of the victim and re-integrative shaming seemed to be the missing
links when compared to other models. The idea of an intense meeting facilitated by
police involving offender and victim carried the likelihood of an equitable outcome.
The Anoka Police Department began a process to implement Police Accountability
Conferencing.
Initial reaction from Court Services and probation personnel, the referral agencies
for juvenil~nders, was'negative~ The police proposal to do conferencing in
place of referrahwa&seen as a duplication of the Court's own diversion programs. It
was believed .that the police were stepping out of their role as crime fighters and
criminal apprehenders and into a role which was social services in nature and which
should best be left to Court Services. But the Court Services Hearings did not
include or involve victims. Not only was the Australian model not familiar to court
service personnel, they, did not at first seem interested in hearing about it. It was
. ,only~try~lJ~n.1tt~.!~~,of .in~iyid~!ils~~ociat~ .wittl. the Citizens Anti-Crime"
COrrmiSsiOil'th~tcourtservices became convinced this effort should be given a trial
run~Furthern1ore';citbecamErincreasingly clear that this effort by police in community
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problem solving, was one of the purest forms of community policing which could be
accomplished.
Juvenile offenders considered for the process in Anoka must normally be a first time
offender who have committed a minor theft, vandalism, assault, or disorderly
conduct. The offender must have also admitted guilt to the police and the parents
must be willing to 'take part in the'process.
Considering the number of conferences which have been performed, the Anoka
Police Department has received very positive feedback from victims, the victim's
support group, offenders, and the offenders support group. Police officers on the
beat have also become proponents of this method to handle juvenile offenders.
Officers had become disenchanted with the effectiveness of the Juvenile Court
referral. However, after sitting in on a conference, they have become positive
supporters of this process.
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Following is the "Summary of Questionnaires"
1 Did conference proper1y address offense? Yes [40] No . [0]
2 Did you feel safe & secure from the offender? Yes [40] No [0]
3 Did you think justice was served? Yes [40] No [0]
.. Were you satisfied with the outcome? Yes [40] No [0]
VICTIM'S EVALUATION
OFFENDER'S PARENTS EVALUATION
1 Did you feel comfortable facing victims of Yes [60] No [10]
offense?
2 Did you feel the needs of you or your child Yes [70] No [0]
were met during the COrml8l1ce?
3 Have you seen any positive or negative Positive [69] Negative [1]
changes in your child since the conference?
.. How did your child feel about the conference? [0] Had no effect on child
[69] Never wants to go through it again.
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S Has your child re-offended since the Yes (1) No [69]
conference? ,
The officer' primarily responsible for implementation and ongoing institutionalization
of Police Accountability Conferencing within the Anoka Police Department is the
Juvenile Unit Sergeant. He is also in charge of the School Uaison Officers assigned
in the senior and junior high schools and coordinates this effort with school officials.
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Proaram EXDansion
In most agencies, this program should be assigned in the same manner, without any
additional manpower or resources. Depending on the size of the law enforcement
agency, there maybe one officer or a whole division who have the responsibility of
working with juvenile offenders. The program may be instituted in any agency by
simply pro~~ding the specialized training for those officers who work that special
assignment.
In Minnesota, there are seven agencies presently conducting Police Accountability
Conferences. There are at least 25 agencies in Pennsylvania and other parts of the
country who are presel'ltlyimplementing this process of holding youth accountable.
There have been'at .Ieast three training programs put on in Pennsylvania and two
programs put on in Mirynesota on c.onducting Police Accou~tability Conferences.
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Summary
The Anoka Minnesota Police Department has developed and implemented a cost
conscious innovative and effective diversionary juvenile. justice program based on
\ another countr'Ys successful efforts~:,This:program uses public shaming to change
""'v~.jbebavior:-.This~is.stilLsomewhat.contr()"e~al.butthis.shaming,,i~;.used. with."
. ". compassiorrand-in:ap~.itiYElii8nd,r&-integrative manner~,This,. process extends. back
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youth~',. .... .
Over the past year and one half in the City of Anoka, over 70 juvenile offenders
experienced a Police Accountability Conference and only one has re-offended. In a
very short period of time, Anoka's numbers are beginning to reflect the experience of
the):Australians.~~ Law. enforcement must'not be afraid.tQ,look,to.other'country's
concepts.in"JuvenUe:Justice which' may be just' as effective here. In.addition, law
enforcement must not be afraid to look back to the future for answers to escalating
juvenile justice problems. Law enforcement must finally come to the realization that
what has occurred over the past several years has not been working effectively.
Hard nosed rhetoric such as "locking them all up" is simply not an effective solution.
If the youthful first or second time offender is dealt with early , efficiently, and held
accountable, changing behavior in a positive fashion may be possible.
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ANOKA POLICE DEPARTMENT
PROCEDURES
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NUMBER:
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EFFECTIVE DATE: October 15, 1994
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PQM'CEj'ACCOUNTAB~ITY rCONFERENCING~Q?OLICE BEARINGS
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REFERENCE: Revised January 5, 1996
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RE-EVALUATION. DATE: July 1, 1996 NO. PAGES: 3
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.T,g e.tablis.h. a, :method . o~ pnoviding appropriate. ';Services to children
,~d youtb,:,wbamay,.comelinto:contact with . law enforcement, and are
in need of specific guidance, disciplines~r referral for their own
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Tbe Jyuvenile,'-Sec::~iQn."Commander' will review ''allr;hj,uvenile referrals,
priQ1i\rto the referllal being' fbrwardedTto the4'Juv.enile Court to
ensure that': they are" complete; and in the ;.lprope~tf:o=. He wil~. also
determine which cases can be handled through the Juvenile
Confer,encingJ and~Hearing:- program:.: as an' al1tezma~i.I'Ve,~21"~ to,' referral to
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A.;' Before a case: '.can,; be considered., for a Formal Police
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1~ The. offens8$is:" of aminal:. naturel~'~
2. The offender:'.:~dmits
admission is accepted
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B. Upon deciding that a Formal Police Bearing is the
a~pr~~iatet means for'.'~nngTr..'witnflh&:;case ,the Police
Juvenile Officer shall:
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Contact the parent/guardian of the offender and
,iully explain the process ',Ld'ii' . 'at::fP.ormal Police
Bearing.
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2. ." ~,f~ t-he. paren'hl CJl1ardian '-~a-grees" t'O 'tire' process,
have them sign the Anoka Police Juvenile
Conferencing or Bearing Program waiver fo=.....;-r - t: ';.
3 . ,l.~ram.te:;with tl1e parentI guardi.aJ-< sui..~able!':t.ilie to
appear cwith tlhe"loffender::a1:l:th.Jf pdlice'rtlepaftment
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C. Formal 'police Bearings shall be admi~istered by the Chief
of Police ,Captain or other officer. designated' ~f.o~.;:',that
purpose. The hearing officer will be of the rank of
SerC}~antorvr~above and wiJ:3..\~be inc.tlill iniform~ ..Any other
o.ffic'er "'who:+may attend:\. at': Formal..;...poll!ce Bearing .\wi!ll also
attend. in-"~a.l uniform.. ~ $:;....;.: ~"
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D. Dui~tt;-.:;.;bhejliearing,;theJ:'Pauvenile. Off1cer(will" maintain a
record of the proceedings, includ1ng) all ~persons
attending, ", the, outcome()r, findings of the hearing 1 .' and
""'''gj''iJjlanssIWe forii'mprCir.em.mV'jofe.the:.ioffeaCl.f!r.. 'At" the
conclusion.~o.f,:.the head.,;mn:,i'-"'-J.lt p.eDOA'.:) aUend1Ag'~'wi[l be
asked to "signthe' record as an agreement by all parties
to the resoluti.on of the case:. "';;....; 4) J. ~. ,f, ,,;').: . -
E., Wheo....a ForuiAk Police Hearinq"has beenhel'd, a -t-eport will
bepreparect..by the ifuWmi.l:B Offi.cer and 'forwarded to the
Anoka Police Records Unit to be made a part of the case
file. ~ t,~ ,'4 ".HI, } ,,"l I"} "'-~: St~ . '
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A. In considering whether a Police Accountability Conference
will .:-;; be appropriate, the~;criteria'''for ~a Formal Police
Bearing apply, as well as~
l:...,....,,~he victim must ..:be 'wil~ling ,t;d,' acttively participate
in. the process and,the resoluti~n o~ the case.
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" i1.po~ deciding that a polilc:e Ae6.eu'ntability Conference is
the appropriate means for deaLing with the case, the
Police Juvenile Officer will follow the same steps
outuined in I., B. 1 thrn 3 ~1i';'; ( :. ,,'., '
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C. police Accountability Conferences are conducted by the
Police Juvenile Officer. The offi.cer conducting the
conference as well as any other officer in attendance
will be in full uniform.
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D. During the conference, the office~ will maintain a record
of" the: proc:eeciings" inc~ucling alJ.. p~rsona- attending and
any findings and agree.m,ents that.' are made. At the
conclusion of the conference, all, persons attending will
be asked . to sign the record' as an agreement by all
parties to 'the resolution of the ca.e.
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When a conference 'has been .beld,
prepared- , by: the. officer conduct-ing ..,
fonrardecLto..~ the.: Anolta ,-Police' Record.
part of~the'~ case"" file ~;'
F. Resolutions of case. ~rought before a Formal Police
Bearing or'anAccountability Conference may include, but
are not limited to;
a 'report will be
th~ conference and
Unit to be made a
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5 . Apology: to victims.'
III. Police Supervision
, . .,'Police, Supm::vision of a' juyenile;, can be thera.nIt of a Formal
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. th8l!'parent';~'c;'iw' anT' other-"areu,deemeci;:.. approlSrlate. All such
visits.and actions.taken wilL be.,-recorded on 4lPpropriateforms
and.made a part of the case file.
IV. Records
,,,. Record..ofj;,Fo~"Bearings,,,,,,;',AccoW1tability., Conferences, and
Police' . Supervi.ion: cases". wilL be:,.:. mai.ntainedf'.... by" the. Juvenile
Section Co-ander, on requirecLforms. Stati.ticd inf9Qation
for monthly and annual reports will be drawn:' . from these
records.
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This procedure is to be used in conjunction with all relevant
existing department policies, procedures, rules and regulati6ns.
I have read and understand this procedure.
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