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MINUTES
COUNCIL MEETING
SPECIAL
OCTOBER 30, 1989
1. Mayor Kuchera called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. at the Extension
Office.
Members Present: Kuchera, Mayer, McKnight, Sprute, Galler.
Members Absent: None.
Also Present: Administrator Thompson.
2. The purpose of the meeting was to present the proposed public works referendum
and receive public input.
3. City staff presented an overview of the proposed Public Works Facility as
outlined in the City's Space Needs Study prepared by Bonestroo, Rosene and
Anderlik and the financial analysis prepared by Springsted, Inc. Staff also
gave an overview of the discussions of the Citizen's Review Committee.
4. Mayor Kuchera left at 7:30 P.M. Acting Mayor Sprute presided.
5. The following is a summary of the discussion heard.
Bill Carey:
Tom Kaldunski:
What alternatives were considered?
We looked at purchasing the Hanson Building and Marschall garage.
While both buildings would probably serve the City's immediate
need, they each had shortcomings such as required modifications, improvements
and inadequate site space which may not serve the City's long term needs. While
the City received a quote from Mr. Hanson, it did not receive a firm quote from
Mr. Marschall.
Ron Mickelson:
Mr. Hanson offered to lease his building to the City for $3,000
per month for 10 years, with a $50,000 buyout or $400,000 outright.
Have you looked at acquiring land around the Hanson building?
Adm. Thompson:
Tom Kaldunski: Even if the houses were purchased north of the site, it would
still be inadequate. Also, it should be noted the referendum
only authorizes the City to borrow the money, but would not preclude the City
from buying an existing building.
Pete Gerten:
Have you looked at a metal building?
Tom Anderson: Different building materials, including metal, were looked at,
and the price was not that different. Because of modifications
required to preclude damage to metal, the costs are comparable.
Tom Kaldunski: You may be looking at costs associated with a pole building, which
I would oppose because of the limited life span.
Ed Nelson: The City needs more space, but I'm not convinced the City should
spend $1.1 million for a building designed for 20 years, but
maybe should look at the needs for 5 years.
Bill Carey:
Adm. Thompson:
property.
Ed Nelson:
Adm. Thompson:
How much of the City is tax exempt?
Approximately 50%. That is why the City is proposing the
City utilities pay for their share which includes tax exempt
How much is the annual debt service?
$105,000 per year.
Tom Jensen: The City should look at a building with a 20 year design. 5
years would be shortsighted. Also, the City has to consider
equipment replacement costs if the must sit outside.
Pete Gerten:
I know the City needs space, but the cost seems excessive.
Adm. Thompson: The same arguments were made when the Fire Hall was built.
The original referendum was defeated and the City was forced
to build a smaller facility. Now, 5 years later, they are running out of space.
Joe Brost: The City has yet to realize the full growth. The City should
consider purchasing a 10 acre site. Perhaps the City should
consider buying a larger site outside of the City because land costs would be
cheaper.
Ron Mickelson:
Tom Jensen:
(Administrator Thompson read the question.)
What is the question on the ballot?
Tom Kaldunski:
Pete Gerten:
How much space is needed?
The City needs approximately 10,000 square feet. The City
owns 4,600 square feet and is leasing 5,000 square feet.
What is the breakdown of the proposed building space?
Jeff Thelen:
(Mr. Kaldunski reviewed the different areas of the building and the size.)
Why not put all of the costs on the utilities?
Adm. Thompson: Because certain services, such as street maintenance, will use
the building and those services are traditionally paid with
Ad Valorem taxes.
What would be the impact of the proposed resource recovery
facility?
Adm. Thompson: The City could eliminate 2 bays because the equipment would be
stored at the resource recovery facility. While this would
reduce costs, the solid waste service would not contribute to the new building.
Jeff Thelen:
Ed Nelson:
Adm. Thompson:
Ron Mickelson:
Adm. Thompson:
Jeff Thelen:
Adm. Thompson:
How is the City's debt situation?
The City has a Baal. The debt situation is OK.
Will the City require a new City Hall in 5 years?
I doubt it.
Why is the referendum being held now?
If the referendum is successful, the City can levy the taxes
this Fall and reduce capitalized interest.
6. Acting Mayor Sprute thanked the audience for attending.
7. MOTION by Mayer, second by Galler to adjourn at 8:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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City Administrator
Approved
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