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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998 05-11 CCM Regular Session i MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION MAY 11, 1998 CITY HALL 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM The Brooklyn Center City Council met in informal open forum and was called to order by Mayor Myrna Kragness at 6:45 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, and Robert Peppe. Also present: City Manager Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City Manager/HR Director Jane Chambers, Director of Public Works Diane Spector, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and City Clerk Sharon Knutson. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM Jerry Blamey, Rod Snyder, and Tom Kouri, president of the Riverwood Neighborhood Association, were present. Mr. Kouri updated the Council on the Association's interest in the redevelopment of the Riverwood neighborhood. He indicated they had distributed surveys to the area residents regarding the proposed senior cooperative housing project. They will update the Council once the surveys have been returned and the data compiled. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adjourn informal open forum passed unanimously. Informal open forum adjourned at 6:50 p.m. 2. INVOCATION No invocation was offered. 3. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Myrna Kragness at 7:01 p.m. 5/11/98 -1- 4. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, and Robert Peppe. Also present: City Manager Michael J. McCauley, Assistant City Manager/HR Director Jane Chambers, Director of Public Works Diane Spector, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, Director of Community Development Brad Hoffman, Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz, Detective Steve Karris, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and City Clerk Sharon Knutson. 5. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Lasman reported she had attended the Financial Commission on May 5 at which they discussed compensation levels for Council, 1999 budget calendar, and on this evening's agenda there is an item to set a joint meeting with the Financial Commission and the auditor to discuss the City's financial statements. 6. PRESENTATIONS Hennepin County Commissioner Mike Opat updated the Council on four specific issues: 1) Brooklyn Boulevard Redevelopment -- negotiations are proceeding as expected; conversations will begin with property owners; mill and overlay completed last year 2) Brookdale Redevelo — has received correspondence regarding plans and schematics; willing to assist in the redevelopment of Brookdale in whatever fashion is necessary (i.e. County roads) 3) Police Station -- inquired if space is available in the new police station for probation officers; coordinate data; shared information systems; long -term lease arrangement for space 4) Humboldt Greenwav -- major boost from legislature of $7 million in bond bill; acquisition of homes of willing sellers has begun; design includes 49th Avenue to Humboldt in which North Mississippi Regional Park money can be utilized through the Met Council to upgrade and improve 49th Avenue; meeting scheduled with Mayor Kragness next week regarding Brooklyn Centers 53rd Avenue Project 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA City Manager McCauley requested adding item 9i, Resolution Authorizing the Undergrounding of Electric Service on Camden Avenue, Improvement Project Nos. 1998- 01,02, and 03, Bellvue Neighborhood Street, Storm Drainage, and Utility Improvements, to Council Consideration Items and remove items 7b, 7c, and 7e from the Consent Agenda and place them under Council Consideration Items as items 9j, 9k, and 91, respectively. A motion by Councilmember Carmody 5/11/98 -2- and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the agenda and consent agenda as amended passed unanimously. 7a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve minutes of the April 20, 1998, Special Work Session; April 27, 1998, Regular Session; and April 29, 1998, Public Informational Meeting, passed unanimously. 7b. RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS FOR REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS FOR FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and moved to item no. 9j under Council Consideration Items. 7c. RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT - - SHINGLE CREEK 5TH ADDITION (EXTENDED STAY AMERICA) This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and moved to item no. 9k under Council Consideration Items. 7d. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998 -26, CONTRACT 1998 -G, RELOCATION OF 16" WATER MAIN & APPURTENANCES AT WEST FIRE STATION RESOLUTION NO. 98-78 Member Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998 -26, CONTRACT 1998 -G, RELOCATION OF 16" WATER MAIN & APPURTENANCES AT WEST FIRE STATION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed unanimously. 7e. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998 -25, REPLACEMENT OF SIGNAL LAMPS WITH LEDs, AND AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE NSP LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and moved to item no. 91 under Council 5/11/98 -3- Consideration Items. 7f. LICENSES i A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve the following list of licenses passed unanimously. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS American Heating & Air Supply, Inc. 8347 University Ave. NE, Spring Lake Park Forced Air Inc. d.b.a. Wenzel Heating & A/C 4131 Old Sibley Mem. Hwy #200, Eagan United Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. 1295 Hackamore Road, Medina RENTAL DWELLINGS Initial: Myrna G. Hlady 5470 72nd Circle Renewal: Wiensch Construction Georgetown Park Townhomes Olympic Development Co. Lyn River Apartments LaSalle Mgmt Group (CHDC Ltd. Partnership) Unity Place 5300 -5448 Ponds Dr. LaSalle Mgmt Group (CHDC Ltd. Partnership) Unity Place 7225 -7274 Unity Ave. N. Dorothy Ostrom- Ringstrom 6025 Brooklyn Blvd. Jay Showalter 6742 -44 France Ave. N. ACR Homes, Inc. 7110 Riverdale Road Kenneth R. Johnson 5301 Winchester Lane TAXICAB COMPANIES Town Taxi #21, 109, 133, and 602 7000 57th Ave. N., Crystal North Star #170 1213 Lake Street, Minneapolis TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT TMG Enterprises, Inc. 1329 Brookdale Center 8. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEM 8a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 98007 SUBMITTED BY ACCESSIBLE HOMES, INC. (DOUG PETERSON) Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren reviewed Planning Commission Application No. 98007 submitted by Accessible Homes, Inc. (Doug Peterson). He explained the request is for preliminary plat approval to subdivide into five lots the property currently addressed as 5621 Indiana Avenue 5/11/98 -4- North. The subdivision would create four new lots for development and one lot which would contain an existing single family home. The preliminary plat shows the extension of Indiana Avenue to link to June Avenue. All of the proposed lots meet the minimum requirements for single family residential lots. Two lots will front on the new roadway connecting June and Indiana Avenues; the other two lots will front on Halifax Avenue. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the preliminary plat at its April 30, 1998, meeting. Councilmember Carmody noted in the City Engineer's report there was mention of a portion of the roadway being in the flood plain. Mr. Warren responded that a slight portion would be in the 100 year high water level. It was allowable and not uncommon to have a roadway in a flood plain. Councilmember Hilstrom raised the issue of notification to the property owners of the dead -end street converting to a through street. Mr. Warren responded the requirement is to publish the public hearing notice in the local newspaper; however, there is no requirement to individually notify surrounding property owners. There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to approve Planning Commission Application No. 98007 submitted by Accessible Homes, Inc. (Doug Peterson) requesting preliminary plat approval subject to the following conditions recommended by the Planning Commission: 1. The final plat is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 2. The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances. 3. Appropriate drainage and utility easements shall be provided around the proposed Lot 1, Block 2 in a manner acceptable to the City Engineer, and the required easements on the other lots be verified, prior to final plat approval . 4. This preliminary plat is subject to the review and approval of the Shingle Creek Watershed Commission prior to final plat approval by the City. 5. The applicant shall enter into a subdivision agreement related to design and construction of infrastructure improvements, the proposed vacation of right of way, and utility hookups prior to final plat approval. The motion passed unanimously. 9. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 9a. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 12 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES IMPLEMENTING A TIME OF SALE HOUSING INSPECTION, REQUIRING AN INSPECTION, DISCLOSURE OF CONSUMER 5/11/98 -5- INFORMATION CONCERNING THE CONDITION OF A DWELLING PRIOR TO ITS SALE, AND CORRECTION OF CERTAIN HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS City Manager McCauley explained the ordinance was recommended and referred to the Council by the Housing Commission. The purpose of the ordinance is to provide for an inspection of a home for hazardous conditions prior to sale. It would be inspected by a licensed, qualified inspector. Any hazardous conditions would have to be corrected before the closing. The ordinance would impact City staff in the event a permit is needed for correction of the hazardous condition. Councilmember Hilstrom asked who will oversee the program, how much staff time would be involved, and if the current staff level sufficient. Mr. McCauley responded the Building Official will oversee the program; the amount of staff time is difficult to estimate; and current staff levels should be sufficient, with possible addition of part- time clerical support. Mayor Kragness explained the concerns she has received from residents relate to the cost of the initial inspection, especially from senior adults. Discussion ensued regarding the language on page 5, letter "d" which reads, "If due to hardship the owner cannot undertake corrective action, the buyer may elect to correct immediate hazards identified in the evaluator's report." Councilmember Hilstrom said she would like to see this section of the Ordinance allow for the buyer and seller to negotiate correction of repairs even if there is not a hardship. Councilmember Carmody explained that one reason to include this language was because there is a high number of first -time home buyers in Brooklyn Center and it should be the seller's responsibility. There was discussion regarding how the City would be notified of corrections if the City involvement was limited only to those hazards which require a permit. Community Development Specialist Tom Bublitz explained the inspection certificate would need to be available at the closing in order for the property to be sold. In the case of the non - permit items, the reinspection is done by the private inspector; permit items would require the City inspector to approve. Councilmember Carmody requested that a slide show be presented at the next Council meeting which depicts what types of hazards exist. There was further discussion regarding the issue of completion date of required corrections and how the City would be notified and amending language to provide that a buyer and seller can negotiate who will make the repairs, while at the same time making the seller responsible. City Manager McCauley explained the premise of the proposed ordinance is to rely on the real estate community for compliance with the Ordinance. With regard to houses for sale by owner, they are 5/11/98 -6- still subject to the requirements of the Ordinance. Residents would need to be educated of the requirements of the Ordinance through public notice such as the City newsletter. It was Council consensus to direct staff to draft new language addressing the issues of the removal of the hardship requirement, completion date requirement, and to address the issue of compliance in the event the house doesn't sell. A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to table an ordinance amending Chapter 12 of the City Ordinances implementing a time of sale housing inspection, requiring an inspection, disclosure of consumer information concerning the condition of a dwelling prior to its sale, and correction of certain hazardous conditions passed unanimously. 9b. RESOLUTION GIVING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL TO A SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT ON BEHALF OF BOCA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR ALLOCATION OF ISSUANCE AUTHORITY AND CALLING PUBLIC HEARING City Manager McCauley explained that this is a request from Boca Limited Partnership for the issuance of $7.2 million in housing revenue bonds in connection with the acquisition and rehabilitation of Shingle Creek Tower and tax credits in the amount of $750,000. The bonds would not be obligations of the City. Owners of property built with Federal assistance are now able to pay off mortgages early and remove the current income limitations as to the residents and the rent limitations and go market rate with rents. There is a program which provides for sticky vouchers to make up the difference between the proposed rents and current rents. Community Development has been approached by other persons looking at development with a similar view of these type of financing mechanisms. The housing bonds would increase the property value. The request is for preliminary approval and calling public hearing. It was noted there were several residents of Shingle Creek Tower in the audience. Mayor Kragness said she received letters from the residents with concerns relating to the rent increases and their ability to afford the increased rents. Mayor Kragness opened the meeting to public comment. Nevin Hench, resident of Shingle Creek Tower, expressed his concern that the rents are currently borderline affordable and even a small increase in rent would be a hardship. He believed the current building was fine. Paul Lane, resident of Shingle Creek Tower, said Mr. Boisclair held a meeting last week and had presented a list of proposed improvements. It was noted Mr. Boisclair was not present at the meeting. Mr. McCauley said Mr. Boisclair was notified of the meeting. 5/11/98 -7- i Councilmember Carmody asked if there were income statistics for the residents of Shingle Creek Tower, i.e., what percent are low - income? Mr. Lane said he believed 25% are on Social Security. Mary Hurkman, HOME Line, submitted a copy of a letter and a survey that Mr. Boisclair distributed to the Shingle Creek Tower residents. She referenced a section regarding assisted living and expressed concern that this would displace all the residents. Councilmember Hilstrom asked if there is a time flame for Mr. Boisclair to apply for the bonds. Community Development Director Brad Hoffman said he believed Mr. Boisclair was interested in the January cycle of bonds. A motion by Councilmember Hilstrom and seconded by Councilmember Carmody to table to the May 26, 1998, Council meeting, a resolution giving preliminary approval to a senior housing project on behalf of Boca Limited Partnership, authorizing application for allocation of issuance authority and calling public hearing passed unanimously. Councilmember Hilstrom asked how Mr. Boisclair would be notified of the meeting. Mr. McCauley responded he would be notified by mail. 9c. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF THE LAND AT 6717 /6737 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH BY THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND FROM THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FUND FOR USE AS THE SITE OF THE POLICE STATION City Manager McCauley said the resolution authorizes the City to purchase from the EDA the land located at 6717/6737 Humboldt Avenue North to use as the site for the police station. The EDA had used CDBG funds for a portion of the purchase price of the property, and the EDA will have to repay those CDBG funds to Hennepin County to the extent that they reflect the fair market value of the land. At the May 26 meeting, there will be an EDA resolution to accept the City's offer to purchase the land. Mr. McCauley explained that Ms. Chambers had spoken with a representative from Commissioner Opat's office regarding the probation office request. The building design was too far along to include the probation offices. RESOLUTION NO, 98 -79 Member Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF THE LAND AT 6717 /6737 HUMBOLDT AVENUE NORTH BY THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND FROM THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FUND FOR USE AS THE SITE OF THE POLICE STATION 5/11/98 -8- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed unanimously. 9d. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES RELATED TO THE REGULATION OF PAWNSHOPS AND SECONDHAND GOODS DEALERS City Manager McCauley explained this ordinance amends the City's regulations relating to pawnshops and secondhand goods dealers. As requested by the Council at its last meeting, the language as recommended by the Police Department has been incorporated into the City Attorney's draft ordinance. A question was raised regarding Section 23 -623 which changes the holding period from 72 hours to 14 days. Detective Steve Karris responded that if an item is believed to be stolen, the Police Department can request the dealer to hold the item for 72 hours. The amendment requesting additional time is necessary due to items being placed on hold during non - regular business hours such as weekends and holidays. A motion b Councilmember Pe e and seconded b Councilmember Carmody to approve first Y pp Y Y pP reading of an Ordinance amending Chapter 23 of the City Ordinances relating to the regulation of pawnshops and secondhand goods dealers and calling for a public hearing and second reading on June 8, 1998, passed on a vote of Mayor Kragness, Councilmembers Carmody, Lasman, and Peppe voting aye; Councilmember Hilstrom voted nay. 9e. RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CORRECTION OF HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS AND FURTHER FOR THE ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCES, SAFETY AND HEALTH HAZARDS AND OTHER ORDINANCE AND STATUTORY VIOLATIONS WITH RESPECT TO THAT REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 6842 WEST RIVER ROAD, BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430 LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 2, "AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION NUMBER 310, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA" EXCEPT THAT PART DESCRIBED AS: THE SOUTH 200 FEET OF LOT 2 "AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION NUMBER 310, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA", LYING EASTERLY OF THE 50 FEET ROAD RUNNING THROUGH SAID LOT 2, THE CENTER LINE OF SAID ROAD BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 2, A DISTANCE OF 362 FEET EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 2 AS MEASURED ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE; THENCE NORTHERLY TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 2, SAID POINT BEING A DISTANCE OF 387 FEET EAST OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 2, AS MEASURED 5/11/98 -9- ALONG SAID NORTH LINE, IN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA City Manager McCauley explained that the proposed Order would require compliance to address a number of serious violations. In the Council's materials there was an indication that we anticipated execution of an agreement between the property owner and the City. The anticipated agreement would have set a compliance deadline agreed to by the owner, which if met by the owner would result in the Order not being enforced. Unfortunately, the owner did not enter into an agreement with the City, so the Staff was requesting that the Order be simply adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 98-80 Member Hilstrom introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CORRECTION OF HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS AND FURTHER FOR THE ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCES, SAFETY AND HEALTH HAZARDS AND OTHER ORDINANCE AND STATUTORY VIOLATIONS WITH RESPECT TO THAT REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 6842 WEST RIVER ROAD, BROOKLYN CENTER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Carmody and passed unanimously. 9E RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT - - HOLIDAY BROOKLYN CENTER ADDITION City Manager McCauley explained the conditions have been met by Holiday for final plat approval. Councilmember Hilstrom expressed that she cannot support approval of the final plat because it does not address the traffic safety concerns. Councilmember Peppe concurred. He added that the proposed median design will intensify the traffic safety conditions. Spector addressed the Council on the issue of the proposed irector of Public Works Spec dress median. She P P explained a traffic consultant has reviewed the proposed traffic controls. The recommended median allows for left turns to the Holiday site and also allows for left turns to the future joint access driveway to SuperAmerica. Councilmember Hilstrom raised the issue of the present location of SuperAmerica's driveway with regard to the proposed median, expressing the U -turn traffic condition that would occur. She also raised the question of whether there are any definite plans for SuperAmerica to move its driveway. Councilmember Carmody said that traffic safety is an issue with the current location of the SuperAmerica driveway, and she believed moving the median down may help the present traffic 5/11/98 -10- concerns. Ms. Spector explained that the subdivision agreement does not require that an agreement on the easement be reached by SuperAmerica and the owner of the Fiterman property; however, the Council could make a separate motion to direct staff to review the traffic control. She said that SuperAmerica has assured that there is agreement with the owner of the Fiterman property regarding the easement and a joint access driveway. Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren reviewed the history of the preliminary plat approval and explained that the preliminary plat was approved with five conditions. He said that Holiday has met all the conditions and is in compliance with the Subdivision Ordinance. City Manager McCauley explained the issue of the median could be separated out from the final plat approval. Mayor Kragness raised the question of who would be responsible for re -doing the median if it is installed as proposed and it causes future traffic concerns. City Manager McCauley responded the City is responsible. There was a motion by Councilmember Carmody to approve the final plat and to withhold the final approval on median design and location until the Council has reviewed options. I RECESS The Council recessed at 9:00 p.m. and reconvened at 9:05 p.m. Mark Nelson, real estate manager for Holiday, expressed his concern regarding the proposed site plan and the proposed median. He explained the proposed median has been reviewed by the traffic engineer and is acceptable. The median is necessary for traffic control due to non - alignment of the current location of the SuperAmerica driveway and the proposed location of the Holiday driveway. It was Council consensus to explore options with regard to the median design to benefit future development of the area. Councilmember Carmody raised the question as to when the median discussion would be brought back to Council. Mr. McCauley responded the first regular meeting in June or possibly the next regular meeting in May. The aforementioned motion was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman and passed unanimously. Councilmember Carmody requested this issue be on the May 26, 1998, Council agenda. 5/11/98 -11- RESOLUTION NO. 98-81 Member Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT - - HOLIDAY BROOKLYN CENTER ADDITION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed unanimously. 9g. SET DATE AND TIME FOR COUNCIL WORK SESSION City Manager McCauley requested that a Council work session be scheduled for either June 10 or June 11 to meet with the City's auditor to review the 1997 financial statements. The Financial Commission would be invited for a joint meeting with the Council to discuss the auditor's report. A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Peppe to set Wednesday, June 10, 1998, 7 p.m., Conference Room B, City Hall, as a Council work session passed unanimously. 9h. WEED SPRAYING ON TWIN LAKE City Manager McCauley explained this issue was raised by an inquiry from residents of Middle Twin Lake regarding the City funding the spraying for weeds on Upper Twin Lake. The City has contracted for algae treatment on Upper Twin Lake since the late `80s, with an annual cost under $1,000. Councilmember Peppe recommended treating all of the Brooklyn Center Twin Lake shoreline and indicated the City would need to apply for a permit. Councilmember Hilstrom asked what costs would be involved; City Manager McCauley responded under $2,000. Mayor Kragness raised the issue of whether or not the spraying helps or does the algae and weeds spread. I Councilmember Hilstrom stated this issue needs to be addressed as a bigger issue, possibly with the City of Crystal. She would like to see a long -term plan for Twin Lake. She also requested that residents along the lake be notified of the intent to spray and to also contact the Watershed District for input on the spraying. A motion by Councilmember Peppe and seconded by Councilmember Hilstrom to direct City Staff to start the proceedings to apply for the permit to treat algae on all Brooklyn Center shoreline of Twin Lake passed unanimously. 5/11/98 -12- 9i. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE UNDERGROUNDING OF ELECTRIC SERVICE ON CAMDEN AVENUE, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1998- 01, 02, AND 03, BELLVUE NEIGHBORHOOD STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS City Manager McCauley explained this resolution would provide underground electric for residents on Camden Avenue as part of the Bellvue neighborhood project. A quote was received from NSP for the undergrounding, and the bids for the construction project were favorable enough to pick up the cost of the undergrounding. A resident carried a petition around the neighborhood and 19 of the 26 properties were in favor of the City paying for the undergrounding of the main and the service, with the property owners responsible for the cost of the conversion of their own houses. If the project exceeds the budget amount because of the undergrounding costs, the EDA could finance the overage as a housing improvement. RESOLUTION NO. 9$ -82 Member Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE UNDERGROUNDING OF ELECTRIC SERVICE ON CAMDEN AVENUE, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 1998 -01, 02, AND 03, BELLVUE NEIGHBORHOOD STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Carmody and passed unanimously. 9j. RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS FOR REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS FOR FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES City Manager McCauley explained the City Attorney had recommended some changes to the RFP to give the City some flexibility and make the process more like a request for proposals for professional services and less like a request for bids or offers. Mr. McCauley recommended the resolution with the changes recommended by the City Attorney. RESOLUTION NO. 98-83 Member Hilstrom introduced the following resolution with the changes recommended by the City Attorney and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS FOR REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS FOR FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed unanimously. 5/11/98 -13- 9k. RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT - - SHINGLE CREEK 5TH ADDITION (EXTENDED STAY AMERICA) City Manager McCauley explained this is the Extended Stay America plat which would be located along Freeway Boulevard in Lot 3 of the proposed plat. Councilmember Hilstrom stated that she had voted no when this was previously brought before the Council and would again vote no. RESOLUTION NO. 98-84 Member Carmody introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT - - SHINGLE CREEK 5TH ADDITION (EXTENDED STAY AMERICA) The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Lasman and passed on a vote of Mayor Kragness, Councilmembers Carmody, Lasman, and Peppe voting aye; Councilmember Hilstrom voted nay. 91. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998 -25, REPLACEMENT OF SIGNAL LAMPS WITH LEDs, AND AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE NSP LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM City Manager McCauley explained that in the budget funds were identified from Municipal State Aid to replace bulbs with inefficient LED lamps. The City's consultant had completed a study indicating that the cost savings to be achieved through using LEDs would, over a five -year period, more than pay for the cost of the LED conversion. Northern States Power Company (NSP), after reviewing the consultant's report, indicated they would make available to the City a loan to allow the City to replace all of the LEDs in 1998. It was recommended that the City enter into an agreement with NSP to participate in the Local Government Energy Conservation Program by receiving this loan. It was anticipated that energy savings would more than pay for the loan payments over the term of the loan. If there were any deficit in energy savings, the payments would be made from the already planned capital replacement for the LEDs, which originally were anticipated to be a four- to five -year project. Councilmember Hilstrom raised the question regarding whether the City would be phasing in the emergency vehicle systems. City Manager McCauley responded the City currently does not have any of these control devices and this may be need to be addressed on a long -range plan for high traffic intersections. 5/11/98 -14- RESOLUTION NO. 98-85 Member Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1998 -25, REPLACEMENT OF SIGNAL LAMPS WITH LEDs, AND AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE NSP LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Peppe and passed unanimously. 10. ADJOURNMENT A motion by Councilmember Carmody and seconded by Councilmember Lasman to adjourn the meeting at 9:29 p.m. passed unanimously. r City Clerk Mayor Recorded and transcribed by: Sharon Knutson 5/11/98 -15-