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1993 03-22 CCP Regular Session
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER MARCH 22, 1993 7 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Opening Ceremonies 4. Open Forum 5. Council Report 6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda -All items listed with an asterisk are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda. 7. Approval of Minutes: * a. March 2, 1993 - Special Work Session * b. March 8, 1993 - Regular Session 8. Presentation: a. Brooklyn Center Job Retention /Business Expansion Program -CRP will present the results of the first phase of the manufacturing survey. 9. Public Hearing: a. Public Hearing 1993 (Year XIX) Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program and Resolution Approving Year XIX Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program 1. Resolution Approving Proposed Program for Year XIX Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Funds and Authorizing Its Submittal 10. Discussion Items: a. Administrative Traffic Committee Report Re: Purchase of SMART Unit 1. Resolution Accepting Proposal for Speed Monitoring Awareness Trailer (SMART) CITY COUNCIL AGENDA -2- March 22, 1993 b. City Engineer's Feasibility Report for Neighborhood Street Improvement Program 1. Resolution Amending Special Assessment Policy Regarding Street Improvement Projects 2. Resolution Receiving City Engineer's Feasibility Report; Initiating Consideration of Improvement Projects 1993 -02 (Sanitary Sewer Improvements), 1993 -03 (Water System Improvements), 1993 -04 (Storm Drainage Improvements), and 1993 -05 (Street Improvements) in Area from Logan Avenue North to 4th Street North, and between 53rd Avenue North and 55th Avenue North; Proposing a Financing Plan for Such Improvements and Calling a Hearing Thereon 3. Resolution Directing City Staff to Conduct a Public Informational Meeting Relating to Proposed Public Improvement Projects 1993 -02, 1993 -03, 1993 -04 and 1993 -05 c. Legislative Update d. County Property Tax Abatement Petitions Impact on 1993 Budget e. Joint Public Safety Dispatch Services Study 11. Resolutions: * a. Authorizing D'Amico to Serve Liquor at the Earle Brown Heritage Center under Minnesota Statutes, §340.404, Subd. 4 * b. Accepting Quote and Authorizing the Purchase of One (1) Greens Mower for Golf Course * c. Expressing Recognition of and Appreciation for the Dedicated Public Service of Bettilou Christopher * d. Expressing Recognition of and Appreciation for the Dedicated Public Service of Allen K. Anderson * e. Accepting Work Performed and Approving Final Payment for Data Processing Enhancements for the Water Utility SCADA System and for the Sanitary Sewer Utility Intrac System, Improvement Project No. 1992 -15, Contract 1992 -L * f. Establishing the 1993 Diseased Tree Removal Program, Approving Specifications and Directing Advertisement for Bids, Improvement Project No. 1993 -01, Contract 1993 -A CITY COUNCII. AGENDA -3- March 22, 1993 * g. Authorizing the City Manager to Write -Off Uncollectible Accounts Receivables * 12. Licenses 13. Adjournment CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date March 22, 1993 Agenda Item Number 40 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 2, 1993 - SPECIAL WORK SESSION CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 8, 1993 - REGULAR SESSION DEPT. APPROVAL: Sharon Knutson, Deputy City Clerk MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECONMIENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUNIlVIARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION • r CORRECTION Mr. Ausen explained he had been member f P maker for two xp aboard o Peacemaker ears. He stated y Jim Lindsay of the Police Department had expressed his support Y P xP of Peacemaker. He further explained he solicited funds for Peacemaker and had been very successful because it was a good program. He reminded Council they had encouraged citizens to resolve problems in Brooklyn Center. He assured Council he had no problem with transferring some programs, but not all of the programs. Mayor Paulson explained domestic abuse and juvenile cases could only be addressed in the best interest of the parties involved. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Mann recognized Ernie Erickson of the Brooklyn Swim Club and Mary Ronnebaum of the Brooklyn Center Youth Hockey Association. She reported the city newsletter had previously been distributed by the Brooklyn Swim Club, but the Club had found it difficult to distribute the newsletter to the entire City. She explained the Park and Recreation Commission accepted proposals from both the Brooklyn Swim Club and the Brooklyn Center Youth Hockey Association to deliver the newsletters jointly in a timely manner. She further explained the process would be open to other youth clubs in the City in 1994. Councilmember Rosene reported on the Crime and Safety meeting which was held at Brooklyn Center High School. He stated that an apartment manager at the meeting informed the group of an Owners and Managers Association which meets once a month to discuss problems and explore ways to improve the physical condition of apartments and how to deal with the diverse tenant mix. He stated he liked this organization and asked Council and staff to research ways which would encourage all owners and managers to become members and attend the meetings. The City Manager agreed to investigate possible incentives such as a slightly lower licensing fee for owners and managers who attend meetings. Councilmember Rosene reminded residents there would be a second meeting of the Crime and Safety program at Constitution Hall from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 27, 1993. He explained the focus of the meeting would be to develop proposed solutions to crime and safety problems. Mayor Paulson agreed it was a very good town meeting with excellent input from the citizens. Mayor Paulson congratulated Boy Scout Troop 401 for the Citizenship Merit Badge it received. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Paulson inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items be removed from the consent agenda. Councilmember Scott requested item 7b be removed from the consent agenda. 2/22/93 -3- r CORRECTION specifically listed in the notice. He further explained he had no problem with reappointments, however he was seeking a geographical and gender balance on the commissions. Councilmember Mann stated the Council should move forward with the reappointments right away. Councilmember Kalligher informed Council she spoke with Richard Campbell who was interesting in serving on the Housing Commission. Councilmember Rosene explained to Council he had contacted the City Manager and requested a forum to meet with the applicants. He said Sharon Knutson, staff member, contacted the various applicants and set up meetings with 14 of the 17 applicants for the Planning Commission. He thanked Ms. Knutson for handling this matter so efficiently. He stated any one of the applicants would be qualified to serve on any commission. Mayor Paulson stated he had spoken on the telephone with most of the applicants, and he agreed with Councilmember Rosene. PLANNING COMMISSION Mayor Paulson presented Dianne Reem, Debra Hilstrom, and Tim Willson for appointment to the Planning Commission. There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve the appointments of Dianne Reem, Debra Hilstrom, and Tim Willson to the Planning Commission. Councilmember Mann informed Council Mr. Willson had recently been appointed to the Charter Commission, and it was her understanding the Council was trying to involve more citizens. Mayor Paulson agreed this was the policy of the Council, however he felt comfortable with the appointment of Mr. Willson because his Charter Commission appointment was by a judge not the Council. Councilmember Kalligher reminded Council Mr. Willson applied for the Planning Commission in May 1992, and the Commission has been operating minus a member for many months. She further explained Mr. Willson had attended numerous meetings and put forth a great effort for the City. Councilmember Rosene suggested the application form be revised in order to better reflect the excellent qualifications of the applicants. He explained he did not realize how qualified the applicants were until he met with them personally. Mayor Paulson agreed and stated he had some ideas for improvement and this should be looked at in the future. Councilmember Mann asked if there would be a conflict of interest with Ms. Hilstrom because she was an employee of Cardinal Towing which opposes one of the City's ordinances. Mayor Paulson felt any commission member could have any number of 2/22/93 -9- a CORRECTION RECESS The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 8:45 p.m. and reconvened at 8:55 p.m. The City Manager recommended Council instruct the staff by motion to prepare the necessary ordinance changes and come back with the first reading. He explained staff would make the modification of "no less than seven days" and check into the trimming of vegetation over City sidewalks. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Kalligher to accept the recommendation of the Administrative Traffic Committee and direct staff to bring back proposed ordinance changes to the next City Council meeting. The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID FOR SPEED MONITORING AWARENESS RADAR TRAILER (SMART) The Public Works Coordinator presented the Speed Monitoring Awareness Radar Trailer (SMART) unit to the Council. She explained the SMART unit had been successfully used by other cities, and reactions from both the Police Department and the public during the evaluation period were very positive. She further explained based on the very positive response from all parties, the Administrative Traffic Committee had recommended Brooklyn Center purchase a SMART unit. Councilmember Rosene stated he was impressed with the effect the SMART unit had on freeway traffic. He was concerned that teenagers might try to 'but clock" the unit at night. The Public Works Coordinator answered she could not speak for the Police Chief and his ability to use the unit for enforcement, however she did feel most people would assume there was an officer nearby the unit. The City Manager further explained the unit would not be left out at night. He reiterated it would be used for enforcement and for recording as an information process. Councilmember Kalligher suggested purchasing the unit as a joint effort with other communities. The City Manager agreed and explained some other communities have expressed an interest. He further explained the Police Chief would like to operate the SMART program for awhile before offering its use to other communities to determine how often Brooklyn Center could utilize it. Mayor Paulson agreed it would be worthwhile to pursue sharing the unit with other communities either sharing the purchase price or having Brooklyn Center rent it out. There was a motion by Councilmember Kalligher and seconded by Councilmember Rosene to direct staff to talk with other communities to share in the purchase of a SMART unit. The motion passed unanimously. 22293 -13- COPPECTION Mayor Paulson asked who was on the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee. Councilmember Kalli &her answered there are only seven members on the Committee, and others are invited to attend. She reminded Council of the need for more members. Councilmember Kalligher reiterated she had a problem with spending $6,000 for the appraisals when the decision had not been made to go forward with the project. Councilmember Rosene asked Council and staff whether switching neighborhoods should be considered if the Earle Brown Neighborhood turned it down resoundingly. The Director of Public Works reminded Council the reason the Southeast Neighborhood was chosen was due to the Maxfield report and the need for the City to provide stimulus for improvement in the neighborhood. He explained to switch neighborhoods could be done, but there was no possibility of doing it this year. He further explained the Public Works Department had spent a great deal of time putting together the feasibility report on the Earle Brown Neighborhood. Councilmember Rosene asked if the residents in this area agreed with the improvements. The Director of Public Works stated there had been a great deal of public discussion on this with the neighborhood committee and reported there would be a meeting Tuesday, February 23, 1993, for public input. He further stated staff was recommending as much public discussion and review before approval as possible. Councilmember Scott asked if the funding would come from Municipal State Aid. The Director of Public Works answered yes. Councilmember Mann stated the storm sewers were in need of repair in this area. The Director of Public Works agreed the residents were concerned about sanitary sewer service, and many residents had spent a great deal of money in repairs. Councilmember Kalligher asked how this project would be funded. She stated she did not believe special assessment would be justified as this project would not increase the market value of the property. The Director of Public Works disagreed with this opinion and reiterated this was the reason for the independent appraiser to outline whether or not this project would increase the market value of the property. Mayor Paulson asked if the exact area had been chosen. The City Manager answered two basic areas had been chosen. The Director of Public Works added the current study was limited to the area between 53rd and 55th Avenues. He explained staff had asked the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee to review both areas to see if they had a preference. Mayor Paulson suggested looking at the infrastructure needs and the opinion of the Earle Brown Advisory Committee to make a determination of what area to focus on. He then suggested asking residents in the chosen area for input and explaining to them this was a way to improve your neighborhood but this was what it would cost. The City Manager defined a special assessment not as a tax but as a charge which was authorized by the Legislature and only to the extent there was an increase in fair market 2/22/93 - 16- MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL Cpl"' THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA SPECIAL WORK SESSION MARCH 2, 1993 CITY IIALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in special work session and was called to order by Mayer Todd Paulson at 7:05 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Todd Paulson, Councilmembers Dave Rosene, Barb Kalligher, and Kristen Mann. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Community Development brad Hoffman, City Engineer Mark Maloney, Public Works Coordinator Diane Spector, and Council Secretary Nancy Berg. Preliminary DJ,r,g scion on Street Improvements he City Manager explained staff would he reviewing the history of the street improvements program. He informed Council the feasibility study would be presented at the March 22, 1993 City Council meeting for their authorization to start the public hearing process in order to start construction this year. The City Engineer presented the results of the feasibility study and outlined the two areas selected for consideration of street resurfacing, curb and gutters, sanitary sewer, watermain replacement, and storm sewer repair and replacement. He ahim reviewed: 1. Proposed Street Improvement Proposed 31' concrete street with curb and gutter Logan &, Dupont Avenues -- need to be reconstnicted according to State Aid standards Proposed paving section Tree plantings, landscaping, ornamental street lighting, and overhead power line removal Funding 3293 1 2. Proposed Storm Sewer Improvements Replacement and installation of lines and inlets Exclusion of 55th Avenue from study Funding 3. Proposed Sanitary Sewer Improvements -- based on results of televised inspection from Fall 1992 Replacement costs for sewer mains, service wye connection, and service between the main and property line New Sewers & Service Installations Funding 4. Proposed Watermain Improvements - Replacement costs for existing water mains, fittings, and valves - Proposed replacements include: water service connections at the main; water service line between the main and property line; and curb stop - Proposed installations and services - Funding The City Engineer stated the total estimated project cost for Area A was $1.7 million and $1.7 million for Area 13. He explained the difference was mainly in sanitary sewer costs. The City Engineer also presented Council with decorative lighting options which was rcquc5ted by the Farle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee. The Public Works Coordinator presented the proposed funding sources for the proposed improvements: 1. Utility costs to be paid from the respective utility construction funds. 2. Recommend street construction be funded from Special Assessment Bonds, to be financed 30 from special assessments and 70% from general rcvcnues, and from Municipal State Aid funds for improvements to designated State Aid routes. The Public Works Coordinator explained there had been concern with showing increased property values, and the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Commiucc had recommended, and the City Council approved hiring Brad Bjorklund to perform the appraisals, She also explained there was a concern about how to reduce the impact of special assessments on low and fixed income homeowners. She continued to explain the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committeo recommended, and staff concurred, with 3293 2 the implementation of an Assessment Stabilization Program. She explained the concept was the owners pay a portion of the special assessment on a sliding scale based on income, The Cit~, buys down the remainder by paying the property owner a lump sum, She presented two options: Option A City pays a prorated amount for all households with incomes less than the HUD moderate income limit ($30,900 for two person household in 1992). Would affect an estimated 60 families. Option B City pays 100% for all households with incomes less than the low limit [$20,400 for two person household in 1992 an estimated 30 families] and a prorated amount for households with incomes within the moderate income range [$20,400 to $30,900 (an estimated 30 families)]. The Public Works Coordinator outlined the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee recommendations: Continue consideration of a Neighborhood Street Improvement Program. Rather than select Area A or Area B, the feasibility report, and public informational meetings and the, public hearing should cover the entire area. Selection of an area should occur following the public hearing. - The Council should direct the development of an Assessment Stabilization program, The City should move forward on hiring an appraiser. Staff should prepare information regarding upgrading street lighting for review by the Council. Councilmember Kalligher asked if the Maxfield Study recommended the removal of overhead power lines. The City Engineer answered no, the study recommended street improvements and ornamental lighting. Mayor Paulson asked if the study recommended the use of underground power lines. The City Manager answered yes, but only where the area has a lot of visual impact. He explained this area did not. Councilmember Kalligher asked if staff would be preparing a report on the Assessment Stabilization Program. The Public Works Coordinator answered staff had a very preliminary report prepared, but staff needs further direction from Council. Councilmember Kalligher also asked if trees would need to be removed from Logan Avenue if it was widened. The City Engineer answered yes, 13 to 14 trees would have to be. removed. He further explained if the street was only widened to 32 feet, the trees would probably not have to be removed. He stated it was a matter of whether Council wanted parking on one side or both sides of 40 3293 3 the street. He further stated it was staffs recommendation to make Logan Avenue 32 feet wide, limiting parking to one side of the street, Councilmember Rosene asked if it would be a major undertaking to remove power lines at a future date, The City Engineer said it would be because every driveway would again have to be replaced. He further explained there are other hidden costs to the homeowner, such as updating the meter box and there was also the ossibili of the need to rewire a large P ty e g portion of the homes to bring up to code, Councilmember Mann recommended burying the overhead power lines if the road was a main thoroughfare. Councilmember Mann asked if the costs of the Assessment Stabilization Program were for city-wide program. The Public Works Coordinator answered no, it would just be for that neighborhood. CA)uncilmemher Kalligher asked how many residents participated in the senior deferral program when the alleys were improved. The Public Works Coordinator answered six to eight total. Councilmember Mann stated there was a need for the Assessment Stabilization Program, but before she could make a decision on Option A or Option B, she wanted statistics on the effects of the program if made city-wide, Mayor Paulson asked if Council would be provided a house -by -house survey stating each resident's preference, whether each resident voted yes or no for street improvements. He explained his vote would be based on the actual feelings of the residents and not just on the information provided by the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee, The City Nana&„ r suggested sending out a survey form to the residents in the areas being considered. Mayor Paulson further recommended staff put together a package including lighting and trees and explaining to the residents what it would all cast. He explained the residents could then weigh the costs against the benefits, but in the end it corncs down to a yes or no. Councilmember Mann asked Mayor Paulson if he was asking the residents it they wanted the streets improved. Mayor Paulson answered yes, Councilmember Kalligher asked Councilmember Mann if she wanted to ask the residents, Councilmember Mann reminded Council the streets were in desperate need of repair, and if Council gives the residents the choice, they may not think it needs to be done. Councilmember Rosene explained if one area said no and one area said yes, the Council would go with that area. Councilmctilber Kalligher suggested staff may have to look at another area. Councilmember Rosene stated if the Council gets the thumbs down, it would have to look at another area for 1994. The Public Works Coordinator explained the City is spending an increasing amount in maintaining the streets, and if the streets are not replaCed, these costs will only go up and the residents will have to pay. Councilmember Kalligher asked if this would be explained in the survey. The Public Works Coordinator answered yes, it would show the existing conditions and cost of upkeep, The City Engineer reported the preliminary results from the pavement Management Program indicate the City would be advised not to continue maintenance in this area because the City would be wasting dollars. The advice was to stop trying to fix, and to 3293 4 repl=ace. He further explained the residents are accustomed to a high level of street maintenance in Brooklyn Venter, and they must be made aware there will be a drastic difference if the streets are not repaired, Councilmember Mann asked if the City had a 20 -year program set. The City Manager explained this was what the City was starting. Councilmember Mann stated it was more logical to go with a reas A or B then. Councilmember Rosene asked if the City could do both A and 13, The City Manager answered the City could, but staff wanted to handle just one area the first ear to assure staff can co the 'ob r ecommended y ove � . He Council hold the public hearing on both and then chose either Area A or B. Councilmember Rosene agreed with surveying the residents. The City Manager agreed to Provide a sample survey at the time of the public hearing. Councilmember Rosene stated he favored Option B for the funding of the Assessment Stabilization Program and the use of a transportation utility, The City Manager stated the transportation utility was leaning :pore t oward the infeasible than the feasible, The City Engineer asked the Councilmembers for their feelings on the lighting. Mayor .Paulson suggested ornamental lighting on thoroughfares only. The Public Works Coordinator reminded the Council both the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee and the res ident s f r ' cs n cis at the crime and sa m eetings asked fo more, l Thy City Manager suggested staff would provide two options for the Council's review at the time of the public hearing, The Public Works Coordinator reviewed the immediate direction needed by staff; 1. Selection of areas -- Council recommended both A and B. 2. Landscaping and special signs. Mayor Paulson wanted to add something such as welcome to the Earle Brown Neighborhood, Councilmcmbcr Rosene did not like the welcome signs but thought new street signs would be nice. He asked staff make recommendations, The Public Works Coordinator statcd the proposal would include sodding and replacing trees that had been removed. She recommended making no landscaping recommendations until the area was complete. The City Engineer agreed, and explained it would be hard to fully understand the landscaping needs until the work was complete. The City Manager recommended staff prepare something with lighting and street signs and leave landscaping open. Mayor Paulson suggested a policy for overhead lines to be put underground if the. lines are on the front of the lot, and to keep above grOUnd if the lines are on the back of the lot, The City Manager stated staff would prepare cost estimates, r , '`� 3293 5 I Proposed widening of Logan and Dupont Avenues. It was the consensus of Council to allow parking on only one side of the street. 4. Adoption of Assessment Stabilization Program. It was the consensus of council to pursue Option B. R The Brooklyn Center City Council work session recessed at 9 p.m. and reconvened at 9 :10 p.m. Redevelopment Proposals for 63rd and 69th Avenues and Brooklyn Boulevard The Director of Community Development explained Staff would be Presenting the Brooklyn Boulevard Study to Council at the next City Council meeting on March 8, 1993. He further stated he wanted to discuss with Council the Phillips 66 proposal. He reviewed the history of the proposal and the Council actions. He informed Council the Brooklyn Boulevard Study stated the City should "administer codes and ordinances that protect existing interests whily being flexible enough to accommodate new dcvclopmcnts." He further explained the study suggested an amendment to City ordinances relative to the abutment of C -1 and C -2 uses to residential areas, He stated on March 8, Phillips would like the City to reconsider its request for a variance, Councilmember Rosenc stated he was still concerned about water coming off the cars from the car wash onto Brooklyn Boulevard. The City Manager stated the car wash has been moved back significantly. The Director of Community Development explained the study recommended Phillips put in an 8' foot masonry wall, and Phillips is prepared to put in an 8' foot brick wall to match the building, Councilmember Rosene stated this would be overstepping the greenstrip ordinance. The City Manager stated Phillips could be granted a variance, Councilmember Kalligher asked if this would be setting a precedence, The City Manager answered yes and stated the study recommends allowing variances in the ordinance, The Director of Community Dcvc1upructit r"onilucudr- l tht Cowic;il look at an oveday ordinance, He explained this would leave the ordinances the way they arc, and when a developer comes in, the overlay ordinance gives the Council the ability to negotiate. fie further explained this would be easier than trying to write an ordinance to handle every possible situation, The Director of Community Development suggested the removal of three parking spaces and replacing with greenstrip, and if more parking was needed, it could later be developed. L ".ouncilmember Kalligher asked if notices would be sent to all abutting homeowners. The Director of Community Development answered it would not be necessary to hold another 3293 6 public hearing, but notices could be sent out. The City Manager agreed to send a mailing �?ut before the March 8 City Council meeting to the affected residents, Mayor Paulson suggested conditions to the Phillips 66 proposal requiring the brick wall, brick building proof of parking„ and installation of a park bench along Brooklyn Boulevard, The City Manager added the City would work with Phillips 66 on the landscaping. Financial and Administrative Issues -- Benchmarking Thq, City Manager suggested deferring this matter to the next City Council work session. Mayor Paulson agreed to fallow -up on this matter at an upcoming work session. Ejh Board Councilmember Kalligher suggested deferring this matter to an upcoming work session when ,: Quncilrlember Scott could be in attendance She asked how people would he chosen for this committee. Councilnlenibcr Mann recommended a charter amendment. She also recommended if a Councilmcmber was found to be violating the City's ethics codes, the member be dismissed, She also recommended the ethics board be made up of councilnembers from surrounding communities, Mayor Paulson recommended the City Manager develop a proposal modeled after the one in St. Paul. He stated he had been contacted by residents who are interested in the City developing an ethics board. Counc.ilmember Mann stated she would want the board to have some power, otherwise it would be useless. Councihuetnber Kalligher stated it would be very hard to appoint people to such a hoard. Councilmember Mann inquired if there was a state review board. The City Manager answered yes, but it was mainly just for election matters. Mayor Paulson stated he would like to get together with the City Manager, the City Attorney, an proposa f > interested Councilmembers t4 prepa a draft ro o�a � n ethics r Y Y )� p F l� a board. The City Manager recommended Mayor Paulson contact Bob Long, a St. Paul Councilmcmbcr, in regard to the ethics board in his community. The City Manager also -"greed to work with the Mayor, City Attorney, and any other Councilmembers and bring back a draft to a future City Council work session, � .Vyiew of Attorney's Fees Tho City Manager Cxplaingd hew the City bid$ out for attorney's services. He further explained every year one community or another puts out a survey listing what local communities spend on - attorney's fees, and Brooklyn Center has always bccn very comparable. He further stated the City is receiving goad legal work on a timely basis. Councilmember Kalligher suggested letting local firms bid on the contract, but the City must compare the legal expertise. The City Manager agreed to provide a cost comparison at a future work session. 3293 7 Mayor Paulson stated it had been 14 years since the City had gene out on the civil legal rcPresYntad0n for RFP, and he suggested the City go out for an RFP, COuncilmember Rosene informed Council he had been very plcascd about the interviews he held with the applicants for the Planning Commission, He suggested the Councilmembers talk to future applicants as he found it very helpful, Councilmcmbcr Kalligher stated she had spoken to all the applicants on the phone. Mayor Paulson asked the City Manager to prcparc, letters to all commission members who were not reappointed. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene, and seconded by Couneilmcmbcr Mann to adjourn the mccting, The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council work session adjourned at 10:15 p.m, ]deputy City Clerk Todd Paulson, Mayor Recorded and transcribed by: Nancy Berg TimcSavcr Off Site Secretarial 3293 g 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 MARCH 8, 1993 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center City Council met in regular session and was called to order by Mayor Todd Paulson at 7 p,m, ROLL CAL Mayor Todd Paulson, Councilmembers Celia Scott, Dave Rosene, Barb Kalligher, and Kristen Mann. Also present were City Manager Cxerald Splinter, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Finance Director Paul Holmlund, Planning and Zoning Specialist Ron Warren, City Attorney Charlie U cverc, Personnel Coordinator Geralyn Barone, and Council Secretary Nancy Berg. OPENING CEREMONIES James McClousky offered the invocation, OPEN FORUM Mayor Paulson noted the Council had received no requests to use the open forum session this evening. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. Donald Egnell, 5400 Oliver Avenue North, stated he was from Brooklyn Peacemaker Center and would withhold any comments until the Council addressed the matter of mediation services as listed on the agenda. Jamie McNaughton, 3300 County Road 10, president of North Hennepin Mediation Project, thanked the City Council and the City of Brooklyn Center for the funding proposal as listed on the agenda. ; OUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Mann stated she had an item to discuss, but was willing to defer to after the discussion items because of the many people present to discuss agenda items. Councilmember Kalligher reported she had received a letter from Noah Bridges declining his appointment to the Park and Recreation Commission because of his career responsibilities at this time, and he would like to be reconsidered next year. 3/8/93 - 1 - Mayor Paulson presented Art Mead for reappointment to the Park and Recreation Commission, There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve Art Mead for reappointment to the Park and Recreation Commission. The motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Mann stated the appointments and reappointments should have been handled appropriately from the beginning; and Mr. Mead should have been reappointr'd from the beginning. Mayor Paulson agreed, and explained the open commission advertisements by staff were not handled properly. Councilmember Rosene stated he also had some items to discuss and would defer until after the discussion items on the agenda. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Paulson inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items be removed from the consent agenda. Councilmember Mann asked the February 22, 1993, minutes and Item 12e be removed from the consent agenda. Councilmember Rosene asked the February 16, 1993, minutes be removed from the consent agenda. Councilmember Scott asked Item 12d be removed from the consent agenda. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO, 93 -27 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 1993 PAY PLAN The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Barb Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 93 -28 Member Gelid Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER AD HOC BROOKLYN BOULEVARD STUDY TASK. FORCE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Barb Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously. 3/8/93 - 2 - RESOLUTION NO, 93 -29 Member Celia Scutt introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF KATHLEEN CARMODY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Barb Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 93 -30 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and movcd its adoption; RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF GREGG PEPPIN The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Barb Kalligher, and the motion assed unanimously. P RESOLUTION M. 95 Mcmbcr Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and movcd its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF WALLACE BERNARDS The motion for the adoption f h a the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Barb Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 93 -32 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) ROTARY MOWERS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Barb Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously, RESOLUTION NO, 93 -33 Member Celia Scutt introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AWARDING VARIOUS CITY INSURANCE CONTRACTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Barb Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously, 3/8/93 -3 LICENSES There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmembcr Kalligher to approve the following list of licenses: GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Humboldt Unocal 76 6844 Humboldt Ave;, N. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Allca Mechanical, Inc. 6020 Culligan Way Brady Mechanical Services, Inc. 3075 -C Spruce Street Ditter, Inc. 820 Tower Drive Egan & Sons Co. 71W Medicine Lake Road Excel Air Systems 2075 Prosperity Road Harris Mechanical Contracting Co. 23W Territorial Road Horwitz Mechanical Inc. 5000 North Highway 169 Midwest Equipment Co., Inc. 614 Como Avenue Minnegasco 201 South Seventh Street P & H Services Co., Inc. 208 73rd Ave. N. Pew's Repair, Inc, 8835 Xylon Ave. N. Ron's Mechanical 1812 !tit Shakopee Avenue Royalton Heating & Cooling Co, 412U 85th Ave, N, Sunburst Heating & A/C, Inc. 1556 Oakways Fred Vogt & Co., Inc. 3260 Gorham Avenue Yale, Inc, 9649 Girard Avenue South POOL AND BILLIARDS TABLES American AmusGmcnt Arcades 850 Decatur Ave. N. Lynbrook Bowl 6357 N. Lilac Drive RENTAL DWELLINGS Rcnowal; Henry W. Norton 5240 Drew Ave. N. Terry L. Hartmann 6827 Freemont Place M B L Investment Co. 3613 47th Ave. N. Nordic properties 3713 47th Ave. N. L H Hanggi 3725 47th Ave. N. James M. Krzesowiak 3007 51st Ave. N. Catherine P. Shefeluk 3018 51st Ave. N. $ICON HANGERS Signart Co., Inc. 2170 Dodd Road Suburban Lighting, Inc. 6077 Lake Elmo Ave. N. 3/8/93 -4 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES FEBRUARY 16, 1 9_ 9 3 --SPECIAL WORK SESSION Councilmember Rosene asked the word accommodation be changed to commendation on paragraph eight, page three, of the February 16, 1993 special work session minutes. The paragraph would be corrected to read: Councilmember Rosene inquired as to the current status of the Brooklyn Boulevard i 'bask Force, '1 he City Manager answered the Brooklyn Boulevard Task Force had basically i i b r Rosene asked staff t re as call completed is assignment. Counciitnem e o 0 are Y p g prepare a resolution of commendation to the Brooklyn Boulevard Task Force. Councilmember Rosene suggested staff no longer run new copies of the minutes after a revision had been made unless so requested by a Councilmember, There was a motion by Councilmember Roscne and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve the minutes of February 16, 1993, special work session as amended. The motion passed unanimously. FEBRUARY 22, 1993 - REGUL.AR SESSION Councilmember Mann asked the February 22, 1993, regular session minutes recognize two citizens: Ernie Erickson and Mary Ronnebaum of the Brooklyn Center Youth Hockey Association; and change the Brooklyn Center Swim Club to the Brooklyn Swim Club. The third paragraph on page three would now read: Councilmember Mann recognized Ernie Erickson of the Brooklyn Swim Club and Mary Konnebaum of the Brooklyn Center Youth Hockey Association. She rcpt ?rtccl the city newsletter had previously been distributed by the Brooklyn Swim Club, but the Club had found it difficult to distribute the newsletter to the entire City. She explained. the Park and Recreation Commission accepted proposals from both the Brooklyn Swim Club and the Brooklyn Center Youth Hockey Association to deliver r the newsletters jointly in a timely manner. She further explained the p rocess would be open to other youth clubs in the City to 1994. Councilmember Rosene asked to change paragraph four, page three, to read: Councilmember Rosene reported on the Crime and Safety meeting which was held at Brooklyn Center High School. tic stated that an apartment manager at the meeting informed the group of an Owners and Managers Association which meets once a month to discuss problems and explore ways to improve the physical condition of apartments and how to deal with the diverse tenant mix. He stated he liked this organization and asked Council and staff to research ways which would encourage all owners and managers to become members and attend the meetings. 3/8/93 - 5 - Councilmember Rosene asked to change paragraph three, page nine, to record a thank you to Sharon Knutson, The paragraph would be changed to read: Councilmember Rosene explained to Council he had contacted the City Manager an PP requested a forum to meet with the ap He said Sharon Knutson, staff q member, contacted the various applicants and set up meetings with 14 of the 17 applicants for the Planning Commission. He thanked Ms. Knutson for handling this matter so efficiently, He stated any one of the applicants would be qualified to serve on any commission, Councilmember Rosene asked paragraph two, page 13 be changed to state the modification would be "no less than seven days." The paragraph would be changed to read: The City Manager recommended Council instruct the staff by motion to prepare the f 1 incd f ss n changes and come back with the first reading He cx a s taf f ncce ary ordina g $ P would make the modification of no less than seven days and check into the trimming of vegetation over City sidewalks, Councilmember Rosene asked paragraph two, page 16 be changed to read: Councilmember Kalligher reiterated she had a problem with spending $6,000 for the appraisals when the decision had not been made to go forward with the project. Councilmember Rosene asked Council and staff whether switching neighborhoods should be considered if the Earle Brown Neighborhood turned it down resoundingly. The Director of Public Works reminded Council the reason the Southeast neighborhood was chosen was due to the Maxfield report, and the need for the City to switch ' h nei He explain m e to pravlde stimulus for improve m t g neighborhoods could be done, but there was no possibility of doing it this year. He further explained the Public Works Department had spent a great deal of time putting together the feasibility report on the Earle Brown neighborhood. There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve the minutes of February 22, 1993, reg=ular session as amended. The motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Scott requested a copy of the amended February 22, 1993, minutes. PRESENTATIONS NOR HENNEPIN H�IMAN SERVICF�s COUNCIL The City Manager presented Jerry Eiserman, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council representative. 3/8/93 -6 - Mr. Eiserman gave the history of the Northwest Hennepin Duman Services Council; and also showed a video outlining the services provided by Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council, He thanked Northwest Community Television for creating the video. Councilmember Rosene stated the Human Rights and Resources Commission annually reviews organizations with which the City has contractual agreements; and NUrthwGJt Hennepin Human Services Council always comes out with a very high rating. SUCCESS BY 6S NORTHWEST ON TRANSPORTATION The City Manager again presented Jerry Eiserman, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council representative. Mr. Eiserman explained Success by 6(& Northwest Transportation Committee was a number of individuals who volunteer their time to identify the needs of children under the age of six. He stated the Transportation Committee had worked 1 -1/Z years studying the transportation needs of the children under age six and their families in the Northwest area. He explained the history of the program and reported on the information received from a survey performed by the Transportation Committee. The Committee recommended setting up several transit hubs and having buses coming into these areas allowing residents to move from hub to hub in a more efficient way. He also informed Council there had been no bus service to any of the area food shelves; however there would now be service within 1 -1/"L blocks of the LEAP food shelve. He thanked Mayor Paulson for his help in obtaining bus service to the LEAP food shelve. Mayor Paulson informed Council he had met with members of the Regional Transit Board, and the Board has a vision for transit that had been put together by the MTC and Metropolitan Council which would put the Northwest area in the forefront to make changes. He further stated there is a proposal for bus service between Northtown and Brookdale Center, and from Brookdale Center to downtown Minneapolis. He reiterated there was a real need to improve transit in the Northwest area; and Success by 60 Northwest Transportation Committee had done a fabulous job. Mr. Eiserman stated the Transportation Committee could make changes if it knows what kind of changes to make. He asked the Councilmembers to inform the Transportation Committee of any transportation requests they receive from their constituents. Mayor Paulson thanked Mr. Eiserman for both of his presentations. BROOKLYN BOULEVARD STUDY The City Manager presented Mr. Gcoff Martin of Dahlgren, Shardlow and Uban, Inc., and explained he would present the findings and recommendations of the Brooklyn Center Brooklyn Boulevard Task Force for the redevelopment of Brooklyn Boulevard. 3893 -7- Mr. Martin stated the findings and recommendations of the Brooklyn Center Brooklyn Boulevard Task Force were very apropos after listening to Mr. Eiscrman's representation. He explained the recommendations of the Transportation Committee fall right in line with making the City walkable and accessible to all populations, He presented an overview of the Brooklyn Boulevard study and answered questions of the Council. He also clarified Item a on page 51 of the report should read "no vehicular traffic access from residential streets "; and Item b on Page 51 should read "an 8' brick wall should be the maximum," Mr. Martin recommended the following action by the City Council: 1. Adopt this study as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. 2. Revise zoning ordinances as appropriate. 3. Continue communications with Hennepin County. 4. Initiate communication with Brookdale Center. 5. Continue communications with MTC. 6. Proceed with Brooklyn Boulevard development projects. 7. Establish an oversight process. 8. Promote the vision for Brooklyn Boulevard. Mr. Martin thanked the Council for their time and stated it had been a pleasure working with the committee. Mayor Paulson explained the Councilmembers had received an extensive presentation of the study along with the members of the Brooklyn Boulevard Task Force at a Council work session in February. He further stated the report was the result of cooperation of the consultant, staff, and council, Councilmember Rosene stated the February 16 minutes reflected this was a good time for the Council to seek funding from the "ISTEA" Program. He reminded Council the funds would be in great demand, The Director of public Works reported Hennepin County was very supportive of the concepts arising from the transportation study. He further reported Huilucpin County was also recommending the City apply for ISTEA funds. He explained some of the funds are devoted to transportation and others to landscaping so the City intends to work with Hennepin County and apply for ISTEA fundings as soon as possible. 3/8/93 -8 - 0 Councilmember Kalligher asked if Brooklyn Center would be able to work with Hennepin County on some of the expense of improving Brooklyn Boulevard. The Director of public Works answered yes, but the breakdown of costs was still a very open question. He further explained once the ISTEA funds were received, it would be a matter of negotiating the remaining costs between the City and Hennepin County, Councilmember Rosene congratulated the Director of Public Works and his department for being on top of the availability of ISTEA funding. Mayor Paulson thanked Mr. Martin and the Brooklyn Boulevard Task Force. He stated all of the presentations at the meeting were very exciting for the City of Brooklyn Center. He further stated it showed the City was being innovative and responsive to the needs of the community; and it provides a pattern to knit an even closer community than we already have, He explained Council was not proposing to do all of this at once, but when the City is presented with development proposals, the Council can implement this vision for Brooklyn Center. He recommended staff prepare a report for implementation and schedule a Council work session to discuss the Comprehensive Plan and ordinances. Councilmember Rosene asked what sort of timeframe would be possible for the return of the report. The Director of Community Development agreed to summarize thr, recommendations of the Brooklyn Boulevard Study and to outline the conflicts with the zoning ordinances and come bank to the Council with concepts to explore and look at for the streetscape concept. He stated staff could have a draft report to the Council by the second meeting in April, Councilmember Rosene stated there was a parallel between this and implementing the recommendations of the Disabilities Act. He further stated there were some things which could be accomplished with very little or no cost and some things would have to wait until the opportunity arises. There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Scott to accept the Brooklyn Boulevard Study with a thank you to all those involved, especially the Brooklyn Boulevard Task Force; direct staff to prepare a report for the Council for the implementation of the study; and staff to bring the report to the April 26, 1993, City Council meeting. Councilmember Scott recommended the changes to the Comprehensive Plan be the first area looked at, then the zoning changes in order to fit the Comprehensive Plan. The motion passed unanimously. 3/$/93 - 9 - �'I- ANNINC COMMISSION ITEMS AN N OMMIS I N APP LICATMN Nn 0,2n 01, APP I CANT MARI7FT LA I * Ho The City Manager presented Planning Commission Application No. 92001 submitted by Mardella Holt requesting preliminary plat approval to subdivide an approximate 33,210 square feet parcel of land located on the west side of Twin Lake Avenue in the 4700 block into two residential parcels. This application was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission at its February 25, 1993, meeting. The Planning and Zoning Specialist explained the proposed subdivision was within the flood plan for Twin .Lake and would be required to be reviewed by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission prior to approval of the final plat by the City Council, and application has been made to the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission. He also noted the subdivision proposed by the applicant contemplates lot dimensions that are closer to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources shoreland management stadards than the minimum allowed by the City's zoning ordinance in an R2 zone. He slated t n he Planning Commission recommended approval of Application No. 93001 submitted he Mardella Holt subject to four conditions which he reviewed for the Council. Councilmember Scott asked why one of the properties was not considered a corner lot. The Planning and Zoning Specialist answered the right -of -way did not continue by the Property to create an actual corner. Mayor Paulson asked if this would fit in with the plans for the Parks. The Pl Zoning Specialist answered this area was being considered by the Park and Recreation Commission Commission and this subdivision did not create any conflicts to his knowledge. Councilmember Mann asked if the applicant had any problems with the conditions, The Planning and Ironing Specialist answered no, the applicant understood and had said they would comply. There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmembcr Kalligher to appruve PIanning Commission Application No. 93001 submitted by Mardella Holt subject to the following conditions: I. The final plat is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 2. The final plat is subject to the provision of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances, including the need for a Subdivision Agreement regarding additional costs for utility service lines and hook ups. 3/8/93 - 10- 40 3. The applicant shall apply for and rcccivc the necessary approvals from the Shinglc Creek Watershed Management Commission prier to final plat approval by the City_ Council. 4. The property owner, not the City, will be responsible for building and paying for any fencing between the property and the park, The motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION RESCINDING CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 92 -267 AND APPROVING PLANNING COMMIS ION APPLICATION NO. 92003 SUBMITTED BY PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY The City Manager presented the resolution rescinding City Council Resolution No. 92 -267 and approving Planning Commission Application No. 92003 submitted by Phillips bb Company. He explained the resolution before the Council would rescind council Resolution No, 92 -267 and would approve Planning Commission Application 92003. He further stated the resolution would also require the following: 1. An 8' brick wall along the west property line. 2. A brick exterior to the proposed building and car wash. 3. A brick landscape wall along Brooklyn Boulevard, as noted in Phillips' plans. The brick is to match that of the building and westerly wall. 4. The three parking spaces in the southeast corner will be treated as a proof of parking, with that area being landscaped. 5. A corner landscaped node to include pedestrian seating. 6. All materials and landscaping called for by this resolution to be approved by the Community Development Director, The Director of Community Development explained a service station was the appropriate land use for this property, and the site provided safe movement of traffic with the curb cuts being changed. He further explained the Phillips 66 proposal meets all requirements except the 15' greenstrip requirement, and the 8' brick wall would replace the 15' greenstrip. He reminded Council the property has a strange shape which was not a very common occurrence along Brooklyn Boulevard, and it was because of the 18' dedication the 1Y greenstrip could not be met. RECESS The Brooklyn Center City Council recessed at 9 p.m. and reconvened at 9:13 p.m. 3/8/93 - 11 - Mayor Paulson stated this was a matter the Council had taken up on a number of occasions with public hearings and work sessions. He again opemed the. meeting to anyone wanting to address the Council. Mayor Paulson recognized Gordon Jensen, attorney in Brooklyn park on behalf of the Holiday Service Station, Mr. Jensen stated the Council was premature to rescind Resolution No. 92 -267. He further stated the Council had just received the Brooklyn Boulevard Study and already the Council is hearing an application for variance. He stated he believed the Council should wait until after the changes are made to the Comprehensive Plan. He g p explained his client had an obvious economic interest in this matter, but he did not want boarded -up buildings surrounding his lousiness either, He further recommended the Council wait until after finalizing the ordinance changes. He requested this matter be tabled until the actual ordinances were set. The City Manager explained this parcel had been singled out for early consideration after the completion of the Brooklyn Boulevard Study. He further explained the Phillips 46 plan did include most of the basic recommendations. He also stated the applicant had attended most of the meetings of the Brooklyn Boulevard rook n Tas v i k Force and has been c t. 8 patient. Y very p Councilmember Rosene agreed with the City Manager and stated he did not believe it was a matter of being premature, but the City was at a point where it must fish or cut bait. He continued to state the City has a proposal which would benefit the community. He stated Mr. Jensen had spoken well for his client; and his client is a good member of the community, and it saddened him to think this might cut into the client's income. He felt the addition of the 8' brick wall and the greater distance from the corner for the entrance and exists made this proposal very viable. Councilmember Roscne stated the proposal may not be erfect but it was bets n h boarded-up building and improvement to p better than the, oar tldln a would be an im )? $ p the community, The City Manager explained the 8' brick wall was appropriate, and the feature was originally proposed as a wooden fence but the Brooklyn 1oulevard Study recommended masonry and this meets that recommendation, Councilmember Rosene asked how many other inquiries there have been for this property. The Director of Community Development answered this was the only application. Gary DeMars, 6512 Orchard Avenue North, related his support for this development. Councilmember Scott explained this was not the first time the Council had seen the Brooklyn Boulevard Study. She stated the Council had reviewed the study item by ituin at the February 16, 1993, work session and there had been many public hearings on the proposal so the Council was very familiar with this study. 3/8/93 - 12 - Councilmember Rosene stated the applicant had waited a long time, and the study had indicated this property would be used as a service station. Mayor Paulson thanked the applicant for its patience. He explained the applicant had agreed to the S' brick wall, the use of brick for all the buildings, the proof of parking, and pedestrian seating which encompasses most of the concerns raised in the study. Councilmember Rosene explained if it were not for the 15' greenstrip requirement, the applicant would have been able to build a cookie- cutter type station without all of the enhancements recommended by the study. Councilmember Kalligher asked staff to provide Mr. Jensen a copy of the proposed resolution. Mark Holmes inquired if a public hearing was necessary. The City Manager answered a public hearing was not required but notices had been sent out to all area residents. RESOLUTION NO.93 - 34 Mcmber Kristen Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RESCINDING CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 92 -267 AND APPROVING PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 92001 and 92W3 SUBMITTED BY PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY The mot` h ion for e adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously, ORDINANCES AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF AN EASEMENT QN LOT 31 BLOCK 6. _PEARSQN'S NORTHPORT 3RD A DDITION The City Manager presented an Ordinance Vacating a Portion of an Easement on Lot 31, Block 6, Pearson's Northport 3rd Addition. He informed Council this ordinance was first read on February 8, 1993, published in the City's official newspaper on February 17, 1993, and was offered this evening for a second reading. Mayor Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on an Ordinance Vacating a Portion of an Easement on Lot 31, Block 6, Pearson's Northport 3rd Addition. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. No one appeared to speak, and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Couneilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Rosene to close the public hearing at 9:35 p.m. 'The motion passed unanimously. 3/8/93 -13- Councilmember Rosene requested the following words be removed from the ordinance in Section 2: "or upon fee title of Lot 31, Block 6, PEARSON'$ NORTHPORT 3RD ADDITION being conveyed to Paul Benson, whichever occurs later." ORDINANCE NQ. 93 -01 Me;mbGr Dave Rosene introduced the following ordinance and rnovcd its adoption: AN ORDINANCE VACA'T'ING A PORTION OF AN EASEMENT ON LOT 31, BLOCK 6, PEARSON'S NORTHPORT 3RD ADDITION The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Barb Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously, RESOLUTIONS (CONTINUEW The City Manager presented a Resolution Authorizing the Mayer and City Manager to Enter into an Agreement Between the City of Brooklyn Center and North Hennepin Mediation Project for Mediation Services. He explained the City's 1993 budget has $5,wo allocated for North Hennepin Mediation Project services. He further explained the City had not yet entered into a 1993 agreement with North Hennepin Mediation Project, RESOLUTION NO. 93 -35 Mcrnbtr Cclia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY 0Y t3KQQKLYN CENTER AND NORTH HENNEPIN MEDIATION PROTECT FOR MEDIATION SERVICES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented a Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to Enter into an Agreement Between the City of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Peacemaker Center, Inc, for Juvenile Diversion Services. He explained the City's 1993 budget had $10,000 allocated for Brooklyn Peacemaker Center Services. He further explained the City had not yet entered into a 1993 agreement with Brooklyn Peacemaker Center, Inc. Councilmember Kalligher asked if there was a $50 fee for people using Brooklyn Peacemaker Center. Mr. Egnell answered there is a fee depending on the circumstances and ability to pay. He further stated if the resident does not have the ability to pay, the fee is waived, 3/$/93 -14 - RESOLUTION NO, 93 -36 mumbcr Ritrh Kalligher introduced tho following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER AND BROOKLYN PEACEMAKER CENTER, INC., FOR JUVENILE DIVERSION SERVICES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS WO0QC0 PREFINISHING ZQNINQ REGULATION VIOLATION The City Manager prescnted the Woodco Yrefinishing, zoning regulation violation. He reminded Council Mr. Wood was given a March 1, 1993 compliance date by the Council to accomplish the following items; 1. Obtain a Pollution Control Agency (PCA) permit for air emissions. 2. Cease odorous emissions detectable beyond the limits of the site. The City Manager stated the City cannot push the PCA to move more quickly; and since I]ecembcr 14, 1992, four smell complaints have been received and verified by staff. Councilmember Scott asked if Mr. 'Wood was notified immediately when staff receives complaints. Mr, Wood stated he had never been notified. He stated Clay Larson, City Building Official, had told him he had received complaints and by the time he reached the site, the odor was gone. Mr. Wood admitted there might sometimes be an odor, but it was not continuing. Councilmember Rosene agreed with Councilmember Scott that staff should notify Mr. Wood as soon as a complaint is received. He agreed with the Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 as prepared by staff, but suggested adding the City Manager or designee should personally visit the site as soon as possible but within an hour. The City Manager agreed to look at adding this language but would like some flexibility due to some cases being more complex than others. Councilmember Scott asked as long as someone was there noticing the odor, why couldn't this person order the odor to be stopped, Councilmember Rosene asked if this should lac stated in the ordinance, The City Manager stated he thought this should be the policy. 3/8/93 -15 - Mr. Wood asked who is going to determine what is a noxious odor. He offered to put meters on the people who arc detecting odors. Councilmember Rosene stated those who are familiar with the odor would not need to have meters, Mr, Wood stated the meters would detect if the odor would adversely affect those smelling the Qdor. Councilmember Rosene stated the odor was making the City an undesirable place to live. Mrs. Wood stated Woodco Prefinishing had been making some positive steps to try to reduce the odor. She informed Council the base coat material is now 100 percent water - based; and on February 2 a new filter system was installed. Shc also stated the Air duality Permit application had been submitted on December 29, 1992. Councilmember Rosene said it sounded like Woodco is moving in the right direction, and if Woodco continues making changes by the time this ordinance change becomes law, there would be no need for it by Woodco Products. He did recall smelling the odor in February. Mrs. Wood stated she would like to have better communication with the neighbors. Councilmember Rosene asked if the neighbors had their phone number, and if the Woods would like the neighbors to call them before they call the City, Mrs, Wood answered yes. Mr. Wood stated he would go over and talk to the neighbors if they contacted him. Mayor Paulson suggested looking at the ordinance as due process, and the Council should focus on the ordinance itself. Mr. Wood stated he had spent a lot of money to reduce the emissions, and it was his intent to reduce the emissions to zero. Ambrose Finneman presented to the Councilmembers something he found in the parking lot of Woodco Products. He stated last summer he was sick from the odor, and he had to wear a mask. Mayor Paulson asked Mr. Finneman if he had any concerns with the ordinance or the procedure, Mr. Finneman stated when he detects the odor he phones Clay Larson and he comes out to check, He also stated he could not hang his clothes on the line because of the odor. Orville Farris asked for a written report on what has taken place. The City Manager answered the Council had been provided a written report and Mr. Harris was also provided a copy of the report and the proposed ordinance amendment. Nora King, 6906 Logan Avenue North, stated Woodco Products had until March 1 to get rid of the smell and it was still there. Councilmember Scott explained Council was proposing an ordinance which would give the Council the authority to close down a business if it was not in compliance. The City Manager stated Mr. Wood had made a number of attempts to improve the emissions. Ms. King stated she had allergies and she wanted the Council to take care of the odor problem. 3/$/93 - 16- Mr. Wood explained there were other companies in the industrial area using chemicals, not just Woodco Products, Mr, Finneman stated Woodco Products was the problem not the ether companies. There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Kalligher to approve for first reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinanc=es Regarding Zoning Regulat on Compliance and setting a public hearing date of April 12, 1993, at 7.15 p.m, The motion passed unanimously. BROOKDALE OFFICE PARK PROJECT_ BONDS The City Manager presented the Brookdale Office Park Project Bonds. He explained there was a resolution before the City Council to approve the Supplemental Indenture of Trust relating to bonds. He further explained it was basically a matter of refinancing the bonds at a better interest rate. RESOLUTION NO. 93 -37 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption; RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE OF TRt1ST t<LLArtNQ TO THE $3,360,000 FLOATING RATE DEMAND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS (BROOKDALE OFFICE PARK PROJECT), SERIES 1984, AND RELATED DOCUMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. STAFF RECOMMENDATION FOR A BROOKDALE AREA STORM WATER MANAGEMENT ST DY The City Manager presented the staff recommendation for a Brookdale area storm water management study, He explained the primary reason for pursuing the, issue at this time is the City of Minneapolis is in the process of developing improvement plans for their neighborhood, and they appear willing to incorporate the concept of a storm water pond. The Director of Public Works explained the estimate for the development of a storm water management plan for this area would cost between $15,000 and $20,000 and recommended the City fund these costs from the Storm Drainage Utility fund. Councilmember Rosene stated he fully understood this proposal due to the work sessions, and he was pleased to sec the RFPs would be submitted to four firms. 3893 - l/ 7- 1 RESOLUTION NO. 93 -38 Member Dave Rosenc introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SOLICITATION OF PROPOSALS TO DEVELOP A STORM WATER MANAGEMENT STUDY FOR THE BKO01WALE AREA The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. Mayor Paulson stated after the RFPs, the City should keep its options on equal footing. He said there was a lot to he said for water as a resource. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE REGARDING THE CLEAR VIEW TRIANGLE The City Manager presented an ordinance amending the City Code regarding the clear view triangle. He explained the City Council at its February 22, 1993, meeting discussed several changes and additions to the ordinances regarding the Clear View Triangle, Ho further explained the ordinance was presented for first reading and incorporates the following suggestions made by council: 1. Prohibiting vegetation from overhanging sidewalks or trails. 2. Prohibiting vegetation from blocking the visibility of signs to include traffic signals. 3. The section enforcing the ordinance and authorizing City forces to abate these g 8 ty nuisances has been clarified and expanded. There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by C.ouncilmember Rosene to approve for first reading An ordinance Amending the City Code Regarding the Clear View Triangle and setting a public hearing date of April 12, 1993, at 7 :15 p,m, The motion passed unanimously, DISCUSSION ITEMS (CONTINUED) PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO MULTIFAMILY DWELLING RECYCLING ORDINANCE Thu City Manager presented the proposed amcridments to iuultifaitlily dwelling recycling Ordinance. He explained there was a problem with the current Ordinance. He further explained the problem was the Ordinance states the recycling requirements are set by requirements in County Ordinances, but Hennepin County had not passed amendments to Ordinance 13 which warrants our Ordinance unenforceable. He also explained HKG staff had discovered additional details need to be added to the Multifamily Recycling Ordinance requirements in order to further protect tenants' opportunity to recycle. 3/8/93 - 18 - 0 Councilmember Rosene asked if staff was comfortable with the wording in Subdivision 5 of the Ordinancc Amending Chapter 7 of "reasonable time" for replacement of comalncrs. The City Manager answcrcd it was the language in Ordinance 13 and staff is satisfied with "reasonable time." AN ORDINANCE AMENDIN(`x CHAPTER 7 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REGARDING RECYCLING SERVICES FOR MULTIFAMILY DWELLINGS There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve for first reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of the City Ordinances Regarding Recycling Services for Multifamily Dwellings and setting a public hearing date of April 12, 1993, at 7•,15 p,m, The motion passed unanimously. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 12 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REQUIRING RECYCLING FACILITIES TO BE PROVIDED AT MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLINGS WITH MORE THAN EIGHT UNITS There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Kalligher to approve for first reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 12 of the City Ordinances Requiring Recycling Facilities to be Provided at Multiple Family Dwellings with more than Eight Units and setting a public hearing date of April 12, 1993, at 7.15 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE EARLE BROWN NEIGHBORHOOD HQ>;JSING ADVISORY CO MMITTEE The City Manager presented the consideration of appointments to the Earle Brown Neighborhood Housing Advisory Committee. He named the current members of the committee and reviewed its lusiory. He explained Councilmember Kalligher had recently recommended two more residents from the southeast neighborhood to serve on the committee; Betty Engdahl, 5337 Knox Avenue North and Joyce Lindquist, 5521 Fremont Avenue North, He further stated Councilmember Kalligher had also recommended appointment of Johanna Mills, Bob Jechorek, and Nancy Carlson. There was a motion by Councilmember Kalligher to accept the committee appointments. Councilmember Rosene concurred with Councilmember Kalligher and agreed tlic appointment of Nancy Carlson would provide a high octane personality to the group. Councilmember Mann asked if applications needed to be submitted for this committee. The City Manager answered this Committee had always been rather informal. The Community Development Specialist explained it was a unique committee which was initially formed as a task force. Councilmember Mann asked if suggested appointees all lived in the Southeast neighborhood. The Community Development Specialist answered the only member who did not was the one housing commission member, 3/8/93 18193 19 - Councilmember K.alligher stated it would be really nice to have a full committee. Councilmember Mann congratulated Councilmember Kallighcr on her recruitment effurts. There was a motion by Mayor Paulson and seconded by Councilmember Scott to appoint and reappoint: Jody brandvold, Robert Torres, and Robert Jechorek for three year terms; Delores Hastings, Betty Engdahl, and Johanna Mills for two year terms; Pamela Franturn, Douglas Rossi, Dennis Morrow, and Joyce Lindquist for one year terms; and Nancy Carlson for appointment to the Earle Brown Neighborhood Housing Advisory Committee. The motion passed unanimously, Councilmember Kalligher informed Council the Committee needed a chairperson and asked the Mayor to authorize a vote. Mayor Paulson authorized the Earle Brown Neighboncoxxl Housing Ad8isory Committee to elect and vote for its chairperson. Councilmember Rosene stated there was an enormous groundswell of activity on the various commissions and committees, He asked if the size of the commissions and corrimiaur5 should be increased to accommodate the number of people who want to serve and because of the number of activities going on. Mayor Paulson agreed the City had always had good participation, He suggested the Council discuss the size of commissions at a Council work session. Councilmember Scott warned if the commissions have too many members and not enough show up at the meetings, a quorum would not be met for voting. She recommc7ndr -d citizens be reminded they are welcome to attend all commission meetings -- they are open to the public. Councilmember Rosene agreed residents should be encouraged to attend the commission meetings. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The City Manager presented the legislative update. He asked Couneilmembers to contact Sharon Knutson at City Hall if they wanted reservations made to attend the March 18, 1993, Legislative Conference. RESOLUTIONS (CONTIN EDP RESOLUTION NO. 93 -39 Mumber Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: ,RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF BARBARA KALLIGHER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kristen Mann. Vote on the motion: 4 ayes, one abstain. Councilmember Kalliglier abstained, The motion passed. 3/8/93 -20- RESOLUTION NO. 93 -40 Membrr Dave Rosette introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF KRISTEN MANN The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Celia Scott. Vote on the motion; 4 ayes, one abstain. Councilmember Mann abstained. The motion passed, There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Scott to reconsider commission appointments for the purpose of discussion. Vote on the muliun: two ayes, three nayes. The motion failed. Mayor Paulson invited anyone with questions concerning the appointments to give him a call. Mayor Paulson stated he had received a letter of congratulations on February 22 on Brooklyn Center tieing named Tree City U.S.A. Mayor Paulson also named the January $50 recycling winners: Richard Wyffels, Gerald Zembal, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lynch, and Ronald Hall; and the February $50 recycling winncrs; Harlan Fricke, Bradley & Scott Boyer, Donald Brown, and John Furlong, He congratulated all the recycling winners. He also suggested giving future winners a $50 gift certificate good toward the purchase of a tree or other landscaping. Councilmember Rosene liked the idea but suggested giving the winners their choice. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmemeber Kallighe.r and seconded by Councilmember Rosene to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 10:45 p.m. Deputy City Clerk Todd Paulson, Mayor Recorded and transcribed by: Nancy Berg Timesaver Off Site Secretarial 3/8/93 - 21 - CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date Much 22.1993 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: BROOKLYN CENTER JOB RETENTION /BUSINESS EXPANSION PROGRAM DEPT. APPROVAL: Brad Hoffman, Director Community Development MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECONMENDATION: Adp No comments to supplement this report . Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) Monday evening representatives from Community Resource Partnership, Inc. (CRP) will update the Council on the progress that has been made with the business retention /job expansion program that has been jointly undertaken by the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park and Blaine. The survey of manufacturers within our respective cities has been completed and an initial compilation of data is now being analyzed. CRP will review the survey process, some of the findings and benefits, and what will be done (next step) with the information gathered to date. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Due Mircb 22.1993 AgMU Item N=bcr REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION . s..* s. s. ss... �.. s.... s.# s*.... s....*... � ................ t<.. *.... *. *.s..t<>< ; ;..>t><... * *.. ITEM DESCRIPTION: PUBLIC HEARING 1993 (YEAR XIX) URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND RESOLUTION APPROVING YEAR XIX URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM DEPT. APPROVAL: Tom Mublitz, Community Development Specialist MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION • No comments to supplement this report . Comments below /attached SUIVIr1ZARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Yes The required public hearing or the proposed use of Year XIX Community Development Block g P P tY P Grant (CDBG) funds is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. A copy of the hearing notice is included with this memorandum. The City's CDBG allocation for Year XIX (July, 1993 to July, 1994) is $235,627.00, which is slightly greater than the Year XVIII allocation of $217,491.00. A summary of the CDBG program requests and recommendations for Year XIX follows. 1. REHABILITATION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY This is a continuation of the City's home rehabilitation deferred loan program. Presently, there is a waiting list of 65 people for the program. The recommended allocation of $109,527.00 would provide funds for approximately 10 home rehabilitation projects. 2. HOUSEHOLD OUTSIDE MAINTENANCE FOR THE ELDERLY (H O M E,) PROGRAM This program was initiated in Year XVIII in July of 1992, and has less than a year of operating experience. It provides for minor home maintenance and repair for persons 60 years of age and over or disabled persons. A portion of the repair work is paid by the homeowner, and is based on a sliding fee relative to customers' incomes. To date, 10 residents have been served by this program. I anticipate that useage of the program will increase as City residents become aware of the program. $12,000.00 was allocated for the H.O.M.E. program in Year XVIII, and $2,063.00 has been expended in the first six months of the program. As a result, staff is recommending $8,000.00 be allocated for Year M. 3. SCATTERED SITE REDEVELOPMENT • This activity provides for the continuation of the acquisition and demolition of blighted residential properties in the City. The $50,000.00 is allocated as part of a multi -year program to pay for the acquisition and demolition of the four fourplexes on Humboldt Avenue. It is proposed that CDBG funds be used to repay the EDA for purchase and demolition of these buildings. 4. BUSINESS RETENTION STUDY This allocation provides for a continuation of the business retention study. This is the second year of a three year program authorized by a joint powers agreement between the cities of Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center and Blaine. 5. PUBLIC FACILITIES PROJECT FOR HEAD START PROGRAM This activity would provide for the City of Brooklyn Center's share of a project to remodel the old Brooklyn Park City Hall for use by Head Start and other early childhood services. This is a one time contribution to this project. Operating dollars for this program will be otained from state and federal sources. The implementing agency for the project will be Parents in Community Action (PICA). A representative from PICA will be at Monday's meeting to answer questions concerning the project. A summary of the "Town Hall" project is included with this memorandum. The ro'ect is being coordinated p ) g o ated through the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. • Each city in the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council has been requested to make an allocation of CDBG funds according to a formula that is based on a percentage of families in poverty and number of children under 6 in each city. The following table shows the requested amounts and the actual allocations made by each city in the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council: CITY REQUEST BASED ON FORMULA CITYALLOCATION New Hope $24,300.00 $24,300.00 Crystal 21600.00 rY 21,600.00 Brooklyn Park 86,700.00 86700.00 Champlin 18,300.00 18,300.00 Golden Valley 15,900.00 5,000.00 Osseo 3,000.00 3,500.00 Robbinsdale 13,200.00 13,200.00 Maple Grove 35,700.00 -0- Plymouth 43,200.00 -0- Brooklyn Center 38,100.00 In addition to the projects listed above, City staff has received a request from Community Action for Suburban Hennepin (CASH) for $2,645.00 from CDBG funds to support their housing services in fiscal year 94. A copy of the letter from CASH is included with this memorandum, along with a response to Ms. Sharon Johnson, executive director of CASH from Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development regarding CASH's request. Staff will be prepared to discuss these items in more detail at the meeting. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION Staff recommends approval of the Resolution Approving Proposed Progam for Year XIX Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Funds and Authorizing its Submittal. MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor and Councilmembers FROM: Tom Bublitz, Community Development Specialist DATE: March 19, 1993 SUBJECT: Public Hearing 1993 (Year XIX) Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program Additional informational items for Council agenda item number 9(a). . s � �}(`7'y`'�• Office of the Mayor Lt1 500 35th Avu. ,NO.. 1 ir0 Wyn ParLz. MN $5443-450C r i >hun� ol^ 424 -L�.?C � ■ Fax 61-2 4u •s39t TDD o 1 !? 4a5.83y2 JESSE CENTUPA November 30, 1992 Mayor Dear Mayor and City Council Members: The City of Brooklyn Park is ready to enter into a formal agreement with PARENTS IN COMNIL "N'ITY ACTION (PICA) to establish a suburban Head Start facility in Brooklyn Park, and we respectfully request the financial support of the City of Brooklyn Center. Head Start is a federal and state funded, pre - school program offered at no charge to eligible families. Head Start provides comprehensive senesces to enable children and their families to develop their full potential, including a developmentally appropriate educational program for children, and services to help parents meet the needs of the family. Other services include: , Free physical and dental exams; • Vision, hearing and developmental screening; • Mental health services; *Nutritionally balanced meals; Transportation; •Advocacy and social services. Research shows that for every dollar invested in early childhood development proms like Head Start, society saves over $G in future costs of remedial education, welfare payments, and court and prison expenses. Over the past 27 years, Head Start has worked to improve the lives of countless children. Because of these efforts, those children who have been served have been given a: 27% better chance of graduating from school; • 17% better chance of enrolling in college; 1620% decrease in arrests, and • 14% better chance of staying off of welfare. Head Start supports the philosophy that parents are the primary educators of their children and seeks to involve and empower parents in all aspects of program design, operation and administration. The suburban Hennepin area has been working for over five years to bring Head Start programs closer to the suburban children who need them_ In 1989, a suburban Head Start Access Task Force was formed by the three human service councils and Community Action for Suburban Hennepin (CASH) to find a way to improve the accessibility and availability of Head Start services for suburban children. Although 197 children from the northwest suburbs are currently served in Head Start, over 1,588 are eligible for services, and no facility emsts in the community to house the proing for our children. In 1991, 13 potential Head Start sites in northwest Hennepin were presented to PICA by the suburban Head Start site selection committee. After inspecting each site, PICA chose the old Brooklyn Park City Hall as the site that would most easily meet federal Head St performance standards, state licensing requirements and all building codes --after renovations. The city of Brooklyn 'Park offered their facility as a early childhood resource center, with Head Start as its primary occupant. Other proposed programs are advocacy and family services, public health services, child care and school programs. This letter is a request f a one -time financial contribution from your city to help cover the renovation costs that are estimated at $778,300. Potential sources of funding are $100,000 in federal funds, a maximum grant of $200,000 from the state and about 5200,000 to be raised from corporate foundations. This amounts to 5500,000 of the needed funds. The 10 cities served bar PICA would be looked to for the rem ainins 5275.300. A preLmsnary coe.tributioa formula was developed by area city managers and Northwest Hennepin Human Sen-ices that shows how the 10 communities might contribute to this fund. It is important to note that all operation p ion costs are covered through PICA's federal and state Head Start dollars, This one -time investment to support the renovation costs to bring this gni suburban Head Start facility to Brooklyn Park will have a sificant return in the doll that ars are invested in Our children. Although northwest Hennepin chi p ldren are currently ntl bein Y „ sex-red at the north and ,ouch -Minneapolis saes, those locations have had their capital costs heavily fundad by the City of M inneapolis. There is a waiting list of tili eapolis children that rightfully have a p== ority. d in the future. e . We must act now to assure that northwest suburban children continue to be served--both L an - no Cv . Thank you for your concern in this matter. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 493 -8010. re , Jes e Ventura M or, City of Brooklyn Park nel.: Attachments (Lsted by Title) WHEREAS, the ten cities of northwest Hennepin County served by Parents In Community Action (PICA)- (Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Crystal, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Osseo, Plymouth and Robbinsdale) are working together with Success By 60 Northwest and with PICA to bring a Head Start site into northwest Hennepin; and WHEREAS, Parents in Community Action (PICA) operates three Head Start sites which are located in South Minneapolis (McKnight), Richfield and North Minneapolis (Grant Park), no Head Start site currently exists in northwest Hennepin County; and WHEREAS, 197 northwest suburban children are currently being served by PICA in north Minneapolis, however an estimated 1,588 are eligible; and WHEREAS, research shows that SS are saved for every S1 spent on preventive early childhood programs such as Head Start; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Park has agreed to a long term lease of their old city hall at $1 per year as a resource center housing Head Start and other early Childhood programs; and WHEREAS, the City of Minneapolis has donated six million dollars to the Grant Park Head Start site and requests that Minneapolis children be given priority for services; and WHEREAS, Head Start is strongly supported by the state Legislature, which has provided increases to serve underserved areas; and WHEREAS, this is a federally funded program that covers mostly "operational" costs, with very little money to cover capital expenditures, and WHEREAS, our children are being transported to the north and south , Minneapolis facilities; and WHEREAS, this new facility is at capacity, with Minneapolis children waiting for space that currently is occupied by children from northwest Hennepin County; and WHEREAS, a suburban Head Start Access Task Force formed by the three human service councils and Community Action for Suburban Hennepin (CASH) has been trying for five years to find a way to improve the accessibility and availability of Head Start services for suburban children; and WHEREAS, the Head Start Site Selection Committee and PICA, after inspecting 13 potential Head Start sites in northwest Hennepin County, chose the old Brooklyn Park city hall as the site that would most easily meet federal Head Start performance standards, state licensing requirements and all building codes: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the City of will contribute a total of S over a three-year period, starting in 1993, to support renovation Of the City of Brooklyn Park's previous city hall, at 5800 85th Avenue North, to meet the needs of the Head Start program. Children Enrolled in Head Start and on the Waiting tin b LISt Northwest Suburban Area 1992 -93 a y 1 'LL M\ f f J I In. _ 2.4 Mi. + Shows Geographical D Distribution of Head Start Children Parents in Community Action, Inc. Head Start Enrollment, 'Waiting List and Eligible Children 1992.93 Northwest Suburban Area MY 1~ xaucdJ�Vaitin� Estimated Eligible Brooklyn Park 67 467 Brooklyn Center 57 302 New Hope 32 166 Plymouth 17 131 Crystal 8 151 Maple Grove 8 124 Robbinsdale 6 S2 Golden Valley 5 49 Champlin 2 89 Osseo Q 27 Total 197 1,588 (� off Ce s ;o y I classrow lassrr-om large - c . 1. muscle play t spate - cc t G, heal •spa parent ass cl room a s p � cl s roan meeting I kitchen y � roam 1 0 � � d *T1 classroom t-1 1 unch roan classroom 1 .- - � P X.classrow clas *roan F n, ' E COST ESTIMAl NO PROJECT ESt NO- -- Scher, Leach & 3- 111(15 U -0111, I I'(:- Glir-r-7 1`10---- VAIF A fc.) NIP. CIS. riqVIL't I - 1:3Y s f, tz M QUANPlY LA13011 MATERIAL SUUCO? TRACTOR TOTAL nEF souncE orl DESCRIPTION COST mo. or kita ti utilir III'll I UTAL UNIT MICE ICTAL 4940 PAI-Ck 11(000 Q U FAI tio or klINI i loo 4f WD 1 0-, 0 �j -A.y D IM F nr-r R7 -F, ORT ? 07 CK) LY 10 030D It 51 f6b bb _... _._.._ _,.-� ti�. CJI±it�.- ..tl � � � ;� - �1 '��j (X.YI `i�n �4 � �.�._. — � • - �oC�l) 3c* NIORTH VEi i NE VV,3 A Community Publication Ser oing Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Osseo and Maple Grove Head Start...One Step Closer > }I to Reality in Northern Suburb By Rozana $enjamin T H T , r ha nriSrrirt it'srhnPmprnm In arr.Z>;whrrrthtswr)tmtindrrt - - 1 jlt h v. acluevcd nation- probraul Is In place and ra&- flies wide credibillty- Thepropramrnen- have been served. `:tausucs have Ilflilftlftr5l }�'hfnF1f12iiYBYiLLS'iaL'il 5�i455: 11nJ1�nCL `Ji31C1L`:1tiL'S�1SYi:i1 �'�1 tiftes the need of making edueat:on better chance of graduating from of prc- school children a priority- It high school (2710, a better chanct is the. prograxii that will soon move of enrollini! in college (17,o).and 'a t t` from architectural drawings to later in life prutfctjl - .lnt3 havt: de• - r people, prograzir: arld promise for crease in arrests(20?jb) and a better \1 + rnanvfamilies in the nort4crn sub- chance o f staying off wcifare(14 ). urbs. The City of Brooklyn Park has Head Start .vial tie one of the entered Into anagrcementwuhPICA fanuly programs that MinncapolLS to establlsh a Head Start Program Mayor Don Fraser will have on his In the former Broolcl_yn Park City agenda as he ti(mi a the ear Hall at 5£00 85th Ave. No. PICA's PICA of President -elect Stu Clinton. Head Start program is a federally Fraser beca-nc Presudcnt of the National League of Cities this week and i t-atc funded progratn that is offered at no charge to eu;Vbk fmzai- and will be proposmg expansion of Iks. The 30 year lease is rtnt free the program to Clinton. with PICA a3 um,ng the rvnova.; Pletnredahovetothe formezBrookc rn Park CityRalIbuilding atWth Since Iytiy. Parents in i om- tion . costs of approximately. & Zane. It the PICA fnnd"daing and grant reynesta Ka aetosding to munityAction• lnc. (PtCA) hasbeen $77$,300- Potentiallly, addltional'- plan, the Head Start program wW be to ySxCt at this, location by the dedicated to the heath, growth and government funds• grants and eorr fan of Iggg well -being of children and famtaes poration foundaucn donations will InHenrupm County, Aprtvttenon- cover $500.000 of the needed dol- tion will Include on site dental, p-artielpation with their - children profit agency, PICA admiatstera a tars. The- rem<Uning amount may public health service• day care and here, parents can have a sense Of variety of child and faintly dtvelop- come from one -tame contrtbut"ona food service. Mary Bock. PiCAP1an -. owntmhtpipthewcommunAy -Thcy pleat • programs-fQr. low .irwQme from the .tcncomm, trittie5 this PICA • nirtg and Development Dept.. "says. fet) ' itre'corSTmte�; 4 people including Head start. Head facility will serve. The contribu• `Parents of the chlldren wi11 have nand -have a stake in this." ' Start is a comprehensive chlid de- ttons are Mort than donations to a priority when we bur stair, Wereai- 1%eBrookIYnParkbu n will velopinent progr„ra for low Income buildlnq. They arc investments in uze a parent L the most important be the fourth FICA fWALUY M the children and thcirfamilles, provid- the future of our clntdren Alyce person In a childs Life and we want Tavm Guist, At present 1 97 a the ing education, sociaf services. par- Dillon, FICA Executive Da-ector them to know that this I$ their northern suburban chlkf-rn are ant Wr Ohcme= lleatth. nutrition 91yS.'Ifthe oornrnunuties willmake place. The atmosphere at PICA will enrolled in or orra wplling itist for and transportation services and the oouamltrncnt. we will make the be wcicommg and aStrming. ln - the Head Start program Another also services to children with dis- program happen. The one time out - comes will have nothbag to do with 1:588 are — Ir-atcd to be eligible. abiliucs. By addressing the needs IV of dollars is a good investment the high degree of fmportAnce We The area children currenz v In the Of the whole child and his or her for 30 years of service." put on parental involvement and program are in the other three coca- Lanuly,HeadStarthelpschlldren . 'Me Srooklyn Park PICA facility value. '• Dillon reafflined the paient. tions. While stcureat present. the gain the confidence and skills will have its own staff andadriunts- connection. 'Through the family poswbtfity of the area izsitig its needed to succeed in achool. tmuon- The self contained opera- dcwelopment programs and their l4 wn: place at the other locations Head 5tAA coat. on Page 18 Page Eitzhteen _ 1.-� NORTH W Thad Start_.. eontfnned from page l is very real. The $6 million Grant Bock stopped the trots= di4- Park Early Childhood Fatuity Dr- ca>ssian to commend the City of velopment Center ava3 funded Brooklyn Park for having the fore - through the Minricapolt9 Commu- sight to make such a good use of a nuy Development Agency (MCDA). landmark building. Dillon, with a Secauseofthe city of Muaneap d olis' great de alrespectsaid, Working funding of the project, the Mi ine with the City of Brooklyn Park has ap*IL• residents will receive priority been one of the most positive cxpe- in the riot too dibtant future. nenees I have had In working with Hook said they have been work- city government in 25 years. Ev- ltyt in ternjuri,.Wn with the Osseo cryone came on board from the Sctwo1 DJ.strlct on sunLLAr pcciqrlm3. beginning to make it happen. There The Dlstrtct dortatett to PI CA sunk- were 00 aetOnd thoughts. Batik. mer area BOOSTprogranithLip,ar. Saw. "MIS IS a relleetiorl of the BOOST is a six program for cities fcehngs for the fanulki in special mods thildrtn identified by their communities." professionals as Itkcly to exp1crt- • I"UCS of poverty will not bey enK dWkuluoA In emertnl; public buried." said Dillon. 'We will be schools. BOOST stall work lnten- pm-actnrinthiscommunity. We're sivelywith parcntstocniureasuc- going to make Something happen. cvWul tr'dnYliiod tnv, s chool. Kids don't have to be atatlsticsl' Hock continued by explaining that they try to develop relation - ships with other rommunuy agcn- ckx And scbAolsto work trsgetherta provide swlccs be r rid Hc-A Start. 'Since Head Start eras becerne popu lar. there is pressure to provide utn *Lit comunoniti .Dillonyald.'our p�tOAj r basic goal to to nerve aui to rued in Hennepin County in the mast cost eirective aril eillr'ienl manner font .a,.�. T(ITL)l PLY t1 i '7 .tr.r Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPOSED PROGRAM FOR YEAR XIX URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING ITS SUBMITTAL WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center, through execution of a joint cooperation agreement with Hennepin County, is a cooperating unit in the Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program; and WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center has developed a proposal for the use of Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant funds made available to it, following a public hearing on March 22, 1993, to obtain the views of citizens on local and urban Hennepin County housing and community development needs and the City's proposed use of $235,627.00 from the Year XIX Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center approves the following projects for funding from the Year XIX Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant funds, and authorizes submittal of the proposal to Hennepin County for review and inclusion in the Year XIX Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program Statement of Objectives and Projected Use of Funds. Projects Budget Rehabilitation of Private Property $109,527.00 Household Outside Maintenance for the Elderly 8,000.00 Scattered Site Redevelopment 50,000.00 Business Retention Study 30,000.00 Public Facilities Project for Head Start Program 38100.00 Total: $235,627.00 Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk Resolution No. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 1993 (YEAR XIX) URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Notice is hereby given that the city of Brooklyn Center in cooperation with Hennepin County, pursuant to Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, is holding a public hearing on March 22, 1993, at 7:30 p.m. in the City Hall located at 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. The public hearing is on the housing and community development needs of the city and Urban Hennepin County, the Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program Statement of Objectives, and the proposed use of the Year XIX Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program planning allocation of $235,627 by the city. In addition, during the July 1, 1993 to June 30, 1994 program year it is estimated that approximately $20,000 in additional program income from locally funded CDBG activities will be available to the city for its Scattered Site Redevelopment Program. The Statement of Objectives consists of the following seven program areas: (1) ADMINISTRATION, to maximize program benefit and effectively administer program funds; (2) HOUSING, to rehabilitate and assist in the development of housing which is affordable to low- and moderate - income households; (3) NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION, to maintain and preserve viable neighborhoods through concentrated community development activities; (4) PUBLIC FACILITIES, to improve existing and assist in the development of new public facilities which benefit low- and moderate - income persons; (5) ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, to provide financial assistance to businesses which will provide or retain employment to the benefit of low- and moderate- income persons; (6) PUBLIC SERVICES, to expand and improve the quantity and quality of public services available to low- and moderate - income persons; and (7) REMOVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL BARRIERS, to remove material and architectural barriers which restrict the mobility and accessibility of elderly or disabled persons. The city of Brooklyn Center is proposing to undertake the following activities with Year XIX Urban Hennepin County CDBG funds starting on or about July 1, 1993 Act ivity Budget Rehabilitation of Private Property $113627 Household Outside Maintenance ' for the Elderly 12,000 Scattered Site Redevelopment 50,000 Business Retention Study 30000 Public Facilities Project ' for Head Start Program 30,000 Subsequent increases or decreases in the community planning allocation or the budget of any funded activity by the greater of $10,000 or 50 percent of the allocated amount is a substantial change and pursuant to Urban Hennepin County policy will be subject to the amendment process. For additional information on the proposed activities, level of funding, program objectives and performance, contact the city of Brooklyn Center at 569 -3300 or the Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development at 348 -6418. The public hearing is being held pursuant to MS 471.59. (March 10, 1993)Brooklyn Center Early Childhood �7 Family Development Center 6800 85th Avenue North Brooklyn Park Proposed Building Program Mom 4 Head Start Advocacy and Transportation Public Health La Crdche Osseo Schools Family Services services Programs Comprehensive Services to meet Door -to -door Medical, Full time child Proposed: services for the educational, transportation dental, development ECFE, ECSE, children aged vocational, social services for nutritional, program for ABE, GED, 3.5 and their and material children and mental health children Early Five parents needs of Head families and prenatal aged 0-5 Programs Start families services Sample Linkages Hennepin County library Edinbrook Elementary Farmer's Market North Hennepin N Brooklyn Park Community College ` Community Helpers: Washburn Child Guidance Center { Police, Fire, Post Office arid Parks S Hamilton Park Crestview Elementary North Memorial Hospital Established in 1969, Parents In Community Action, Inc. (PICA) is the federally designated Head Start grantee for Hennepin County. PICA supports the Head Start philosophy that parents are the primary edu- MA cators of their children, and involves parents in alt aspects of program design, operation and administration. ZO'd b6t 01 WOdd WdTZ:TO 266T -LT -E0 Town Nall Earl Childhood Family e Early a ly D velopment Center Vital Statistics Location: -85th Avenue North and Zane Avenue in Brooklyn Park; -Surrounded by community resources. Target Populations: *Focus on children aged 0 -6 and their families; -Low- income children and families, as well as paying clients. Jobs Created: -Town Hall would create approximately 12 permanent full time jobs with benefits; -Employment preference given to parents. Existing Operational Resources: - PICA/Head Start -- ongoing state and federal funds for services and facility management; - Health Services -- Hennepin County Public Health, MA, CHP, etc.; -La Cr6che -- Hennepin County contracted child care provider, and fee - for - service; School Programs - -Osseo Public Schools. One -Time Resources Needed: - $778,300 to cover building renovation; - Configuration of building into 8 classrooms, kitchen, play area and auxillary space. Possible Funding Sources: Municipal governments in the northwest metro area; -State of Minnesota bonding program; •Federal government; - School districts; - United 'W'ay of Minneapolis Area. -- Northwest Success by Six; - Private sources, £ r6b269S6 Ol Xa-4 WdEE : TO 2 66T -LT -M Town Hall Early Childhood Family Development Center Status Report, March 1993 The funding plan pursued by PICA for renovation of the Brooklyn Park City Hall building, and the status of funding requests, is reported below. Local CDBG funds, 10 cities $278,000 approximately 2/3 committed State of Minnesota 200,000 $150,000 committed Federal funds 110,690 pending Private and other sources 189.610 $50,000 committed Total $778,300 The timeline to complete the Town Hall project is estimated at six months from the onset of architectural design to building occupancy. The architectural firm of Setter, Leach, Lindstrom and Associates began work on building plans in January 1993, toward an estimated occupancy date of September 8, 1993. bo'd b6b269S6 01 W08-� WdZZ:TO 266T -LT -20 Nor Bank Building Coi m u n Act 101 1 First Street S., Suite 301 Hopkins, MN 55343 (612) 933 -9180 for Suburban Hennepin FAX (612) 933 -6147 Mr. Brad Hoffman City of Brooklyn Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 March 5, 1993 Dear Mr. Hoffman: Community Action for Suburban Hennepin is the designated anti - poverty agency which serves our municipalities. After this fiscal year, we will be looking at greatly reduced funds due to a change in federal regulations. Community Action has established several very valued programs in the area of housing. HOME Line, our housing service, offers tenant information and advocacy through a hotline. We employ a tenant organizer who has assisted tenants in apartment buildings with multiple problems to come together to solve those problems. We also recently opened a mortgage foreclosure prevention program which has helped homeowners faced with a crisis renegotiate loans, and helped those families preserve their homes. HOME Line services assisted more than 2,400 households last year, and as you are aware, preserving housing stability is key to maintaining strong communities. We are requesting that the City of Brooklyn Center allocate $$2,645 from its CDBG grant to support our , housing services in FY 94. This amount is Brooklyn Center's proportional share of the total CDBG we are requesting from our most heavily served suburban municipalities as shown in the enclosed listing. We have worked hard to arrive at a request that we feel is appropriate and proportional. We also believe that our services truly help preserve affordable housing in your community, and we hope you will view our request favorably. As we look ahead to our future, Community Action intends to continue to provide direct services in selected areas of unmet need, and work closely with other human service providers as a leader, networker, and catalyst in bringing us together around issues that impact the poor in our communities. For example, Community Action will be supporting Sustainable Resource Center in a joint contract to deliver weatherization services. Particularly with utility increases and proposed energy taxes, we will be looking for ways to minimize the impact on poor residents whose budgets are already stretched by the high costs of housing. We will also welcome the opportunity to work more closely with municipalities on understanding your particular concerns in meeting the needs of your most vulnerable residents. I and my staff would be pleased to meet with you to discuss this request in more detail. If you have questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact me at 933 -9180. Thank you for your consideration. Very truly yours, *Sharon A. Joh on Executive Director Enclosure Working to eliminate the causes of poverty. ENCLOSURE March 5, 1993 RATIONALE AND SUMMARY for MUNICIPAL CDBG SUPPORT FOR HOME Line During its first year of operation in 1992, HOME Line's tenant advocacy service handled approximately 2,400 cases. About 400 of these were from areas outside suburban Hennepin County -- Minneapolis and other counties. The 15 municipalities from which CASH is seeking partial support of its HOME Line operation accounted for 80% of the suburban Hennepin volume of service. The chart below shows the proportional share by municipality and forms the basis of our request to each. CASH is requesting $35,000 in CDBG support for HOME Line from benefitting suburbs. The amount requested represents 20% of the current HOME Line budget. Number Amount Municipality of calls Percentage Requested City of Bloomington 230 14.4 $5,028 City of Brooklyn Center 121 7.6 $2,645 City of Brooklyn Park 204 12.7 $4,460 City of Crystal 67 4.2 $1,465 City of Eden Prairie 76 4.7 $1,661 City of Edina 74 4.6 $1,618 City of Golden Valley 24 1.5 $525 City of Hopkins 172 10.7 $3,760 City of Minnetonka 55 3.4 $1,202 City of New Hope 84 5.2 $1,836 City of Plymouth 142 8.9 $3,104 City of Richfield 136 8.5 $2,973 City of Robbinsdale 35 2.2 $765 City of St. Louis Park 152 9.5 $3,323 City of Wayzata 29 1.8 $634 TOTALS 1,601 100.0 $35,000 OFFICE OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT Development Planning Unit HENNEPIN 822 South Third Street, Suite 310 LFU Minneapolis, MN 55415 (612) 348 -6418 FAX (612) 348 -6057 March 11, 1993 Sharon Johnson, Executive Director Community Action for Suburban Hennepin 1011 First Street So., Suite 301 Hopkins, MN 55343 Dear Ms. Johnson: Subject: HOME Line - request for CDBG funding From the information received during our phone conversation today, it is appropriate to consider the three HOME Line services separately for their CDBG eligibility. Aspects of the services affecting eligibility have been discussed with HUD Area Office staff. Following is the outcome from this discussion. Hotline Service: This service would be eligible only if the benefit to low -mod income persons can be established. Since the service is available to anyone living in suburban Hennepin County, program benefit may be impos- sible to establish but I'm open to any suggestions you may have. Tenant Advocacy Service: As a service limited to residents of housing with low- moderate income restrictions it would be eligible for CDBG funding. However, additional information on the type of service(s) provided are needed to determine if it is an eligible public service activity. Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Program: As a service available only to very low- income households it would be eligible for CDBG funding. However, CbBG funds cannot be used to make any payments to, or on behalf of, the property owner. As we discussed, I've enclosed information on a local initiative to seek alternatives to mortgage foreclosures. An additional requirement applicable to all HOME Line services requires that it be a new program or provide an increased level of service. HENNEPIN COUNTY an equal opportunity employer Sharon Johnson March 11, 1993 Page 2 I hope you find this information helpful. If you have any questions please call me at 348 -7473. Sincerely, Mark Hendrickson Encl. cc: Identified Urban County participants MH:ms CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 3/22/93 Agenda Item Numbe REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION *** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** **************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** ITEM DESCRIPTION: ADMINISTRATIVE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE REPORT RE: PURCHASE OF SMART UNIT DEPT. APPROVAL: Sy Knapp, erector of Public Works MANAGER'S REVIEW /RECOMMENDATION: JJ_ 'fM,4�� No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attac ed SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Yes Ar its February 22, 1993 meeting the Council approved in concept the purchase of • a SMART (Speed Monitoring Awareness Radar Trailer) unit to assist in monitoring and enforcing speed limits. This unit had been recommended for purchase by the City's Administrative Traffic Committee. The Council requested that staff investigate the possibility of joint purchase of this unit with one or more other jurisdictions. The ATC has reviewed the Council's request. The attached memorandum from Police Chief Trevor Hampton details his discomfort with such an approach. Chief Hampton recommends that Brooklyn Center purchase the unit and be responsible for its maintenance, but make it available on a rental basis to other jurisdictions. His concern is that the radar unit and traffic computer are specialized pieces of electronic equipment, and should only be handled by properly trained people. He would propose that the rental agreement include Brooklyn Center personnel to transport, set up, and return the equipment. ' Such an approach is commonly used with specialized maintenance equipment. The Recreation Department rents the Showmobile to other cities, and that rental fee includes the cost of labor to transport, set up, and return the unit. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION A resolution approving purchase of the unit is included for Council consideration. • yjY LY N CS, 9 BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE POLICE DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM TO: Gerald Splinter, City Manager FROM: Trevor Hampton, Chief of Police DATE: March 18, 1993 SUBJECT: SMART Trailer I would like very much for the City to purchase the SMART Trailer. Based on our trial use of the trailer several months ago, it was positively received in our community with many favorable comments by citizens. The trailer was also effective in reducing vehicular speeds in the City which improved citizen safety. I understand there was a suggestion that we jointly purchase the trailer with another City and share it's use to reduce costs. Although appropriate in many instances, the nature of the equipment (electronic) does not lend itself well to shared purchase, or maintenance. However, we would be willing to rent it out to neighboring communities, when not in use here in Brooklyn Center, on an hourly basis. We would transport it to a given use location, set it up, and then bring it back to the City after it's use. The equipment, if purchased, would not be handled by another Department. :kml cc: Sy Knapp, Director of Public Works I lalliell Op lell d o UJo 1 i 0 paa S .SILu`�tS � a �� M, � �ut� °�� � daa�L s sau }tM antt tuau� MOOS auk tug uM °p. 1 tom• • .gyp 1, s � • e r' 1 i � � i4t•� =- -woi i SMART S Speed Monitoring Awareness Radar Trailer "I dldn t realize I was going the radar trailer. SMART comes equipped with Kustom Signals radar: either a Falcon handheld or a KR -10SP two- th at fast. " piece with remote control. Both are suitable for unattended public awareness campaigns. For enforcement purposes, Kustom recommends the KR -lOSP because the readout is Where there is a speed limit, there are mounted just inside the access door, easily seen for safe motorists not paying attention. Day speed monitoring. Positioned on the curb side of the trailer dreaming drivers are a danger in high -risk over officer can monitor and lock speeds, then wave violators over for their citation. accident locations School zones, con- For conducting traffic surveyswhile promoting speed aware- struetion sites and hospital grounds could ness, hook up the optional Tra ffic Statistics Computer. use some help in promoting voluntary SMART can record the results of its workday, providing compliance. That's why Kustom Signals valuable information that can be downloaded to a personal computer for further use. offers the SMART system: the gentle reminder for motorists to slow down A Smart Investment However SMART is used, studies show that the average Around Duty speed tends to remain lower for a period after SMART moves to another location. In short, SMART provides a greater Cadar RT, which stands for Speed Monitoring Awareness impact on a greater number of motorists, promoting aware - Trailer, is just that: a portable, self - contained speed ness and good will. Put a SMART system on the payroll. ay unit. Designed to promote speed awareness, SMART Motorists comments might start sounding more like this: is towed to a site that has experienced frequent speed- related "Thank you." problems. After quick and easy set -up —less than 10 minutes, SMART is left on the roadside where it quietly performs its from the name t or trust job: display the speeds of oncoming vehicles. S p eed En f orcement J Mounted inside the locked, 16 gauge steel trailer is a Kustom Kustom Signals. radar unit clocking speeds. Motorists see their speeds on the 12 -inch tall giant digital display from up to 100 yards away. The speed limit sign mounted above the display reminds them to pay attention and ease up on the gas pedal. Public Acceptance ° ®� ®► ®� Officers have returned to the trailer to find notes taped to it reading: "Please bring this to my neighborhood." Citizens are concerned that speed - related accidents will hit too close LIMIT to home. SMART brings results. Speed awareness goes up O and motorists slow down. Collision rates go down. Citizens - feel safer. After all, speed limit compliance is about safety. _. SPEED Built -in Versatility SMART can be used for public relations and to issue warn- ings and citations. For public relations, agencies can work - -. with the media to advertise SMART's location. Interested • motorists can drive by for a cost -free speedometer check. A * ositive attitude towards the posted speed limit is created. or those who ignore SMART's warning, citations can be issued to get the point across. Speed enforcement can take place from a patrol vehicle down the street, or curbside from Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PROPOSAL FOR SPEED MONITORING AWARENESS RADAR TRAILER (SMART) WHEREAS, the Administrative Traffic Committee has recommended to the City Council that purchase of a Speed Monitoring Awareness Radar Trailer (SMART) would effectively enhance the ability of the Police Department to enforce speed limits in Brooklyn Center; and WHEREAS, this unit is supplied only by the firm Kustom Signals, Inc.; and WHEREAS, Kustom Signals, Inc. can provide this unit at a cost of $12,418; and WHEREAS, it is appropriate to fund the purchase of said unit from the Unrestricted Municipal State Aid funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract with Kustom Signals, Inc. on the basis of its proposal. 2. All costs associated with this purchase shall be funded from the Unrestricted Municipal State Aid Account Number 2900. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 031 Agenda Item Number �06 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: CITY ENGINEER'S FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR NEIGHBORHOOD STREET IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM DEPT. APPROVAL: Sy app, Director of Public Works MANAGER'S REVIEW /RECONIlVIENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attar ed SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Yes Presented herewith is the City Engineer's feasibility report regarding the proposed Neighborhood Street Improvement Program in the Southeast neighborhood. The feasibility report reviews existing conditions and recommended street, utility, street lighting, landscaping, and other improvements in the area bounded by Logan Avenue to the west and 4th Street to the east, between 53rd and 55th Avenues. A special report from independent appraiser Brad Bjorklund regarding the estimated market value benefit to the affected properties is also provided. Three resolutions are provided for Council consideration: one amending special assessment policy; one establishing projects in the Southeast neighborhood and calling for a public hearing; and one directing staff to hold a neighborhood informational meeting prior to the public hearing. Special Assessments The attached resolution amends existing special assessment policy. It establishes the Assessment Stabilization program and specifies that Assessment Stabilization grants authorized for Street Improvement Project No. 1993 -05 would be funded from the unrestricted local state aid fund. The resolution also provides that special assessments levied for Street Improvement Project No. 1993 -05 would be distributed to single family residential parcels on a front foot basis. The maximum frontage to be assessed to any parcel which cannot be subdivided would be 70 feet. Non - residentail parcels would continue to be • assessed based on parcel area. Establishing Projects This resolution establishes the individual projects, and calls for a public • hearing to consider the improvements. It is recommended that the Council have this hearing at a special Council meeting on April 22, 1993, then reconvene the hearing at the regular meeting on April 26, 1993. Formal consideration of the projects would occur at the April 26 meeting. This approach is similar to that used for the 69th Avenue project. It is important to note that a decision to conduct a public hearing in no way commits the Council to proceed with any improvements. An official decision to proceed with an improvement can only be made following a public hearing and requires an affirmative vote by at least 4 members of the Council. Informational Meeting This resolution directs staff to conduct an informational meeting for neighborhood residents during the week of April 5, 1993. At this meeting, staff would present the results of the feasibility report, provide information regarding special assessments and the Assessment Stabilization Program, answer questions, and solicit information regarding orangeburg sewer services and interest in replacement of them. Following this meeting, staff would mail survey forms to all affected property owners inquiring as to their interest in such improvements. The responses would be compiled prior to the hearing. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION • Review the feasibility report. • ■ Consider adoption of each of the three resolutions. • Set a special Council meeting date for the purpose of conducting the public hearing on these projects. Note Regarding a survey of property owners to determine their support for, or opposition to, the proposed improvements, we are preparing a draft form and submittal to the Council on Monday, for your review and comment. (Sorry, but we just ran out of time to include it with this material.) We will be recommending that this survey be mailed to owners immediately following the public informational meeting so that staff can tabulate the results and provide them to the City Council at the time of the public hearing. • /Obi Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION AMENDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT POLICY REGARDING STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS WHEREAS, on February 10, 1964, the Brooklyn Center City Council adopted the Brooklyn Center Assessment Procedure Manual as a guideline for the special assessment of costs related to public improvements; and WHEREAS, on February 11, 1985, the Council adopted resolution number 85 -34 amending the assessment policy for street reconstruction projects in residentially -zoned areas, said amendment providing for a unit rate of assessment; and WHEREAS, an independent appraisal of the benefits accruing to different sizes and types of parcels in the Southeast neighborhood suggests that in that neighborhood a policy based on front footage would be more equitable; and WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center City Council desires to reduce the financial impact of special assessments for street improvement projects on homeowners whose household income is below the low income threshold established by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that the Brooklyn Center special assessment policy relating to street improvement projects in residential areas is hereby amended as follows: 1. Special assessments to single family residential parcels for Street Improvement Project No. 1993 -05 shall be calculated and distributed on a front footage basis. The maximum frontage to be assessed to a parcel which cannot be subdivided shall be 70 feet. 2. An Assessment Stabilization Program is hereby established. This program shall provide reimbursement grants to the owners of homesteaded, single family residential properties. The grants shall reimburse owners whose family income is less than the HUD very low income threshold for 100 percent of the certified special assessment. Owners whose family income is greater than the HUD very low income threshold and less than the HUD low income threshold shall be reimbursed a prorated amount, based on a sliding scale. 3. Assessment Stabilization Program grants for special assessments certified for Improvement Project No. 1993 -05 shall be funded from Unrestricted Municipal State Aid Account #2900. RESOLUTION NO. 4. Staff is directed to prepare administrative policies and procedures to implement the Assessment Stabilization Program for Council review and approval. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. �Dbz Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION RECEIVING CITY ENGINEER'S FEASIBILITY REPORT; INITIATING CONSIDERATION OF IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 1993 -02 (SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS), 1993 -03 (WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS), 1993 -04 (STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS), AND 1993 -05 (STREET IMPROVEMENTS) IN AREA FROM LOGAN AVENUE NORTH TO 4TH STREET NORTH, AND BETWEEN 53RD AVENUE NORTH AND 55TH AVENUE NORTH; PROPOSING A FINANCING PLAN FOR SUCH IMPROVEMENTS AND CALLING A HEARING THEREON WHEREAS, pursuant to Brooklyn Center City Council's Resolution No. 92 -208, a report has been prepared by the City Engineer regarding the following described projects: Improvement Projects 1993 -02 (Sanitary Sewer Improvements), 1993 -03 (Water System Improvements), 1993 -04 (Storm Drainage Improvements), and 1993 -05 (Street Improvements) In Area From Logan Avenue North To 4th Street North, And Between 53rd Avenue North And 55th Avenue North; And this report was received by the Council on March 22, 1993; and WHEREAS, the City reasonably expects to make expenditures for Project 1993 -05 from the M.S.A. Construction Fund, and the Special Assessment Construction Fund, on a temporary basis to finance the project; and WHEREAS, the City reasonably expects to reimburse itself for such Project 1993 -05 expenditures from the proceeds of taxable or tax - exempt bonds, the debt service for which is expected to be paid from property taxes, and special assessments; and WHEREAS, it is proposed to assess the benefitted properties for a portion of the costs of Improvement Project No. 1993 -05, Street Improvements, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. The Council will consider the improvement in accordance with the report and the assessment of benefitted property as detailed in the report for all or a portion of the cost of the improvement pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429 at an estimated total cost of the improvement of $2,823.832. RESOLUTION N0, 2. This resolution is intended to constitute official intent to issue taxable or tax exempt reimbursement bonds for purposes of Treasury Regulation 1.103 -18 and any successor law, regulation or ruling, 3. A public hearing shall be held on the proposed improvement on the 22nd day of April, 1993, in Constitution Hall at Brooklyn Center Community Center at 7:00 p.m. local time, and the Deputy City Clerk shall give mailed and published notice of such hearing and improvement as required by law. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION DIRECTING CITY STAFF TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETING RELATING TO PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 1993 -02, 1993 -03, 1993 -04 AND 1993 -05 WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center City Council desires to provide residents of the Southeast neighborhood with the opportunity to learn more about street, utility, and other improvements proposed in the area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that staff are hereby directed to prepare a mailing to all potentially affected property owners in the Southeast Neighborhood Street Improvement Study Area informing them of a neighborhood informational meeting, and to conduct said informational meeting during the week of April 5, 1993. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. ' EXCERPT APPRAISAL OF Ole Benefits of Roadway Improvements Upon Five Lots Brooklyn Center, Minnesota . PREPARED FOR City of Brooklyn Center c/o Diane Spector 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430 AS OF March 3, 1993 PURPOSE OF APPRAISAL The Purpose of the appraisal is to estimate the market value of the property in fee simple before and after a street and utility construction project to ascertain special benefits, if any. Market value, according to The Appraisal Institute and major regulators is the most probable price which a property should bring open market under all conditions ir a buyer a and te , requisite to a fair sale, the buyer and seller each acting timulus. and knowledgeably, and assuming the price is not affected by undue stimulus. Implicit in this definition is the consum Of a sale as of a specified date and the passing of title from seller to buyer under conditions may the buyer and seller are typically motivated; both Parties are well informed or well advised, and acting in what they consider their own best interests; a reasonable time is allowed for e>qxx�:, an the open market; Payment is made in terms of cash in U.S. dollars or in terms of financial arrangements tearable thereto; the price represents the normal consideration for the property sold unaffected by special or creative financing or sales concessions granted by anyone associated with the sale. Our File Number 93059 J CEPTIFICATION We certify to have personally inspected the subject properties on March 3 and 9, 1993. To the best of our knowledge and belief, the statements contained in this report and upon which the opinions are based, are true and correct subject to the "Certification, Assumptions and Conditions" herein set forth. Furthermore, this report conforms with and is subject to requirements of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Practice of the Appraisal Institute. Employment in and compensation for making this appraisal are in no way contingent upon the value reported. We certify to have no interest, either present or contemplated, in the subject properties. It is our opinion that as of March 3, 1993, the market value of the subject properties are as follows: Market Value Market Value Name Address After the Proj._ Before the Pro!. Benefit Gerald Birosh 5331 Camden Ave North $20,500 $18,100 $2,400 Donald Welch 5311 Dupont Ave North. $11,500 $10,500 $1,000 Donald Nelson 5401 Girard Ave North $19,700 $17,900 $1,800 Clarence Knutson 5427 Knox Ave North $21,700 $19,300 $2 Iawrexice Resler 5433 4th Street North $18,400 $16,500 $1,900 Brad Bj orklund, MAI, SRA MN Lic. #4000377 Eric Bjorklund, Appraiser MN Lic. #4003154 BB/EB /rak 1 J 1 LEGAL EESCR=Off The property is legally described as follows: Name & Address Lot and Addition Gerald Birosh - 5331 Camden Ave North That part of the N, of, lying E of the W 150' of L5, B3, Bellvue Acres Donald Welch - 5311 Dupont Ave North L10, B4, N & E Perkins Addn to Mpls Donald Nelson - 5401 Girard Ave North L14 -15, B2, Fairhaven Park Clarence Knutson - 5427 Knox Ave North L4, B2, John Ryden Addn Lawrence Resler - 5433 4th Street North The S 1/2 of the E 1/2 of 13, B2 Bellvue Acres REAL EST4ITE TAX INFaRMATTIM Pin Address Market Value Land / Bldg / Taxes 01- 118 -21 -34 -0011 5331 Camden Ave North $17,900 / $46,300 / $751 01- 118 -21 -33 -0144 5311 Dupont Ave North $14,500 / $38,900 / $624 01- 118- 21 -33- 0063 5401 Girard Ave North $18,500 / $46,600 / $761 02- 118 -21 -44 -0019 5427 Knox Ave North $18,500 / $53,600 / $844 01- 118 -21 -43 -0056 5433 4th Street North $16,800 / $61,300 / $985 HLSTCd2Y None of the five subject properties have sold within the past twelve months. The normal marketing period for properties of the subject type is between three and six months. In October, 1992, the City Council, by Resolution No. 92 -240 accepted proposals for the provision of project level pavement design analysis and television inspection of the sanitary sewers in the southeast neighborhood area. The southeast neighborhood area is bounded by 53rd and 55th Avenues, from Sunnybrook Golf Course to I -94. The existing condition of the streets, 2 HTST RY COW 'D sanitary sewers, storm sewers and water pipes are as follows. The sanitary sewers in the study area were originally installed prior to 1960 with a majority of the work occurring in 1952 and 1953. These existing sanitary sewers vary in diameter from 6 to 9 inches, and are all short sections of vitrified clay pipe, installed without gaskets. Most of these sewers are subject to west, if not high levels of ground water infiltration and have historically required a high level of routine maintenance for tree root sawing, jetting, and numerous sags and open joints. The water mains in the study area were originally installed in 1965 and 1973, after the majority of residential development was established in the area. These existing water mains were constructed of cast iron, which was the III standard for water main construction during that period. All of the mains within the study area are 6 inches in diameter, and are adequately supplying the area and providing capacity for fire flow conditions. Tb date, the water system in the portion of the city is operating as emoted, with a moderate level of routine maintenance. Unfortunately, the aforementioned sanitary sewer plant will require the placement of all water mains which lie adjacent to sewer reconstruction. Apparently, for reasons related to the sanitary sewer replacement, it would be impossible to keep the existing water maims and it is therefore recommended that all water mains be replaced adjacent to proposed sew er reconstruction areas. Approximately half of the streets within the study area have storm sewers in place. The majority of these storm sewers were installed in the early 1950's, with a few having been added by the street department personnel thzroughout the 1960's. The lack of curbs and gutters on many of the streets have allowed for drainage patterns which have eroded the boulevards, causing localized flooding in same front yards. Furthermore, most of the existing lateral storm sewers are shallow in depth, which reduces their effectiveness during excessive freeze -thaw periods. The existing streets in the study area vary in age from 35 to 41 years old having been established as part of the original residential developnent of the southeast neighborhood. All of the streets under consideration are currently i 3 BIS ICRC CXM' D classified as local, residential streets, with the exception of IAgan and Dupont Avenues, which are designated as part of Brooklyn Center's Municipal State Aid system. The streets in the area are predominately flat, without any center lime craven remaining or curbs or gutters. The widths of these streets vary fran 29 to 32 feet, with an average width being approximately 30 feet. Based on pavement borings performed the last year, it has been determined that the actual thickness of that existing pavements vary from 1.5 to 3 inches, with an average being approximately 2.25 inches. These streets are now showing fatigue and distress, particularly along the unprotected edges. The work performed on these streets since their original construction is best described as maintenance only. City crews have periodically seal- coated the streets, but there has been no grade adjustments or structural type improvements. It has been concluded that the flat grade of the streets together with the lack of curbs and gutters, the lack of adequate drainage and the age of the underlying pavement have combined to degrade the integrity of the streets to the point where it is no longer cost effective to maintain these streets by conventional or periodic maintenance. In late 1992, the Public Works Departmmt of the City of Brooklyn Center reced extensive replacement of sanitary sewer lines in the subject study area. Televised sewer inspections all sanitary sewers in the study area revealed that 75 to 80% of all piping in the area was in need of replacement. The replacement will require complete restoration of the overlying streets, in most cases restoration of the turfed areas of the boulevards. The water main improvements, as previously mentioned, will need to be made based on the improvements to the streets. The storm drainage improvements proposed in the study consists of replacement of any existing inlet or manhole structures, and the addition of drainage facilities in streets which currently are not serviced by any storm drainage system. Information and wording of the above described history on the southeast neighborhood of Brooklyn Center was gathered from a preliminary draft of a "History of Southeast Neighborhood Study" provided to the appra from the City Engineering Department. SCOPE The scope of this appraisal involved an inspection of the city, the neighborhood, the sites, the building exteriors, the comparable sales, and the completion of a Market Approach to value before and after the proposed street and utility construction project. i 5 CITY2IP'I'ICB�I The subject properties are located in the southeast quadrant of the City of Brooklyn Center. This quadrant is bounded by I -694 to the north, and Hwy. #100 to the west. 53rd Avenue North marks the southern border of the quadrant, I -94 and the Mississippi mark the eastern border. Brooklyn Center is a first tier suburb of the City of Minneapolis, located at MiMeapolis' northwest corner. Brooklyn Center is a fully developed CcRuminity with a current population of about 28,887. 'There are a pproximat e l y 11,715 total housing units in the city. A mayor/council Plan B form of gent runs the city, and Brooklyn Center schools, district #286, provide good quality public education. Average quality municipal utilities are provided to all property aT, -em. City streets are in various states of condition. Streets in the southeast quadrant of the city where the subject Properties are located are in fair condition and soon need replacement. The overall care of all streets is very good. Major neighborhood streets in the southeast quadrant of the city are 57th Avenue North, 53rd Avenue North, Hwy 100 and Interstate Freeway 94. Brooklyn Boulevard and Bass Lake goad, located just west of Hwy 100, and I -694 are Other major nearby roadways. Access to I -94 is available from 53rd Avenue, and access to Hwy 100 and Bass Lake Road is available fran 57th Avenue. According to the 1991 Hennepin County Traffic Flow Map, I -94 carried about 96,000 cars daily in this section of the city, Hwy 100 about 41,500, and I -694 about 133,500. Most of the land in the southeast corner of the city is developed with single family houses constructed for the most part between the mid 1940's and 50's. Adjacent to this large residential area is the Brookdale Shopping Center, located between Hwy 100, Bass Lake Road and Brooklyn Boulevard. This s hopping center is a regional shopping district which attracts many consumes. The area is also hoe to many offices and business firms. Currently, economic conditions in the residential housing market are good. Interest rates are available to qualified borrowers at below 8% with zero Points. Econcmic conditions for ccmre=ial and industrial business are still sluggish. Although the past recession is over, the recovery is slow. No 6 QTY �TION OOM D other locational or economic influences are observed that would unduly affect the value of real estate in the area. q SITE EESCRIPTTQNS The object of this appraisal is to estimate the contributing value of various street and utility improvements to adjacent lands, so that the amount of special assessments, used to defray those costs can be justified. Five before and after the ro P 7ect site descriptions and appraisals are catpleted in this report on the following pages. IMPRDVEMENTS IESCR=CNS The properties are improved with single family hones. Principal benefits from the new street improvements will accrue to the land as if vacant. In municipal areas like Brooklyn Center, residents expect to drive over biturru.nous or concrete paved streets thiroa g the neighborhood and to their hones, shopping and coir services. They expect the streets to be in good usable condition, to be adequately drained, cleared of snow and usable at a functional speed. The residents also expect to be served by municipal sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water services with below ground piping. All of these benefits accrue primarily to the land as if vacant. These benefits allow the land to be improved with homes and to be improved to a modern standard as they now exist. These benefits also allow the sites to benefit from market forces that show the highest prices paid for single family hcuesites are clearly for those properties served with all municipal utilities and streets in the best or new condition. In this regard, a detailed analysis of the single family homes is not necessary to estimate the contributing value of new street improvements, since the land receives the principal benefit. Hanes are not as permanent as the land. Hanes are often improved or enha d by additions or remodeling efforts, and they occasionally are destroyed by fire. Spreading special a ssessmen t levies based n upo land value is more equitable than basing the levies on the total market value of the property. The levies based on the market value of the land is less subject to future revisions due to sanetimes significant changes in a building's contributing value. 8 APPRAISAL M TIflODOr= General Appraisal The valuation of a typical parcel of real estate is derived principally through three basic approaches to value: The Replacement Cost Approach The Market Data Approach The Income Approach Fran the indication of these analyses and the weight accorded each, an opinion of value is reached based upon expert judgment within the outline of the appraisal process. More specifically, the approaches to value are described as follows: Replacement Cost Approach This approach requires that a current estimate of the cost of replacing the improvements be made, from, which mast be deducted accrued depreciation in terns of physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, and economic obsolescence, if any, and to which is added the estimated value of the land, as if vacant. Market Data Approach The Market Data Approach or Ccuparative Approach is based upon the principle of substitution, that is, when a property is placed on the market, its value tends to be set at the cost of acquiring an equally desirable substitute property, assuming no costly delay in making the substitution. Since no two properties are ever truly identical, adjustments to the comparable are necessary for differences in location, quality, condition, size, market appeal, and other matters. These considerations are a function of the appraiser's experience and judgment. Income Approach The Income Approach involves an analysis of the property in terms of its ability to provide a net annual income in dollars over a given economic life. The estimated net annual income is then capitalized at a rate commensurate with the relative certainty of its continuance and the risk involved in ownership of the property, by utilization of the formula; Net Income, divided by Capitalization Rate, equals Value. End 9 CCST APPf43AQi The Replacement Cost Approach is not applied in this appraisal. The analysis of the value of the five subject properties is only of the sites themselves. Benefits frcm the street improvements will be measured only to the sites. Therefore for the of this appraisal, Purpove pp i.sal, the building improvements will be ignored and subsequently the Replacement Cost Approach is irrelevant. There are enough vacant land sales in the neighborhood to ccoplete a ccapetent Market Data Approach. l INCCIME APPRDACH The Inca Approach considers the inccm frcan the � PAY and what people will pay for that income. The Income Approach is important in Properties ordinarily purchased for investment purposes such as apartments and multi- tenant stores, offices or industrial properties. The value of single family residences is rarely based on their rent producing capability. Furthermore, this appraisal assumes only the land will receive the accruing benefits frcan street improvements. The estimate of value is of the land only. There is not a functioning land rental market in the area. Therefore, the Inccme Approach will not be applied in this appraisal. There are enough market sales exist to complete a ccopetent Market Data Approach. r 10 MO DATA APPROACH A number of properties which were sold, similar to each of the subject lots, have been checked and related to the subject parcels as to location, date of sale size zo Wing, financ' and o aI�Y� then matters influencing market value. The market data on the ccaparable sales is included in the Addenda section of this report. The values for the five parcels are estimated in the following pages. Values are shown for the lots as is (before the project), and with new streets (after the project). 1 11 A MARKE1' DATA APPROAcH coat' D Discussion of Subject Lots 5331 Camden Avenue North The subject lot at 5331 Camden Avenue North is located in a neighborhood of moderately priced single family homes which show average care. The site is improved with an expansion style bungalow and a detached garage. Homes on this block are well spaced apart on wider lots and this particular site backs up to a park. Traffic noise from I -94 one block east is present, however homes, trees, berms and the recessed freeway lanes do a fairly good job of blocking most of the sound. The lot appears to be approximately 63' X 150' or 9,450 square feet in size. The parcel has 63' of frontage on Camden Avenue North. Before the new street improvements, the property was served by a 30' wide street with bituminous surfacing. The street is about 35 years old. The surface is cracked every 20 feet or so from shoulder to shoulder and is in fair condition at best. The street has been resealed several times in recent years to prolong its functional life which was originally designed to last 25 years. Without yearly maintenance, the street would need replacement in about one or two years. There is no curb or sidewalk. Drainage is provided by the general slope of the street. Utility service to the site include overhead electric and telephone service, underground d natural gas, sanitary sewer (8 PVC - Polyvinyl chloride pipe), and city water (8" cast iron pipe). There is no storm sewer. No adverse easements were reported or were observed to directly affect the site. The lot's topography is level. Soils are assumed to be uncontaminated and sound for normal building construction. The lot has average quality trees and Other vegetation. The boulevard also has average quality trees. Predominant tree types are maple, spruce, ash and birch. Access to the site is by an asphalt driveway. The sites identity is single family residential. Single family homes are built on adjacent sites and throughout the neighborhood. The predmui.nant house designs are one story ramblers, and expansion style bungalows. The property is zoned for a single family usage. Its highest and best use is for a single family home. 12 A NAREET DATA APPMAC H CWT' D Discussion of Subject Lots Cont'd After the project, the property is served by a new 31' wide bituminous residential type street with concrete curb and gutter. New concrete storm sewer drains will be installed, and sanitary sewer and water pipes will be replaced. The analysis indicated that the land, considered as if vacant, would be marketable after the project and before the project as indicated below: After Before The Project Project Benefit 5331 Camden Avenue North $20,500 $18,100 $2,400 The following 6 coaparable lot sales, numbers 2 -7 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject lot as is, before any new street improvements. Quantified adjustments are shown on the following grid. LAND SALE AD: US`.IM= GRID BEFORE STREET IMPROVEMENTS Location Time Size Zo ning Top� FiDZOther SF Add 2 0.90 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.17 $1.95 3 1.10 0.95 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.83 $1.91 4 1.05 0.90 0.80 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.44 $1.84 I , 5 1.05 0.90 0.80 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.52 $1.90 6 1.10 0.90 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.94 $1.92 7 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.99 $1.99 Subj Avg/Park 3 -93 9,450 R -1 I-evel /CE/None X = $1.92 9,450 sq. ft. @ $1.92 = $18,144 t x t 13 NARKET DATA APPROACH CONr D Discussion of Subject Lots Cont'd The following 6 tearable lot sales, numbers 8 -10, 13, 15 and 16 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject after new street inProvements. Quantified adjustments are shown on the following grid. IAND SAIM AOJUSTMENP C= AFPER NEW STREET IMPROVEMERIS i i # Location Time Size Zonir / FMZCther SF Adj Rate 8 1.00 .0.95 1.05 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.98 $1.98 9 0.90 0.95 1.05 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.26 $2.03 10 0.85 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $2.55 $2.06 13 0.85 1.00 0.95 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.06 $2.35 15 0.85 1.00 0.95 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.23 $2.48 16 1.00 1.00 1.05 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.00 $2.10 Subj Avg /Park 3 -93 9,450 R -1 Level /CE/None X = $2.17 9,450 sq. ft. @ $2.17 = $20,507 An lanatio exp n of the above quantified adjustments precedes a series of cmparable sales descriptive pages at the end of the main body of this report, prior to the Addenda. - _ .. . ItAt c.LR A . �Iy x a noaoA Avr N D> rkboo O KafM - N QA -i �. �J D A v y '1 EOrAYAoSI _ � /�/ `DG1W0004K C` �N I -_ -. _ DallCili Df �i Da1XIAt [- it No l 55 ._44II 61L16J { Q 3 . � PAm AK ePV � S � ola DD +Dr a eaaxs loJ i re x i Avt ;a ; Y ' ~I A L 4 7 > •llx \� a .a L : wibw L i 7°ttnrsWrR N e 7 ,: ' /�. 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Al ST sT TK"o( x No 7 �'" -3�, " 'T `r� 3� �� +,+N�qe, 6 tM R � ai .. u . \ `i 5 r'i SEA' GT - ".ni_ Nt6 � - ►�._.�. �a 1. ._. �Jiffd�_.ti�.F ._.�._. i � :Z1fIN50Nr �3 S ��?�� �i� r ..ol[n�se ne�'�'(,rlAt �C- sU "t�s vV � k I d , = ON , • 3 h d' 16 MARKET DATA APPROACH COW I D Discussion of Subiect Lots Cont'd 5311 Dupont Avenue North The subject lot at 5311 Dupont Avenue North is located in a neighborhood of moderately priced single family hmes which show average to slightly below average care. The site is improved with a 1.5 story expansion style bungalow. Hcunes on the block are constructed closely together on single lots. Traffic noise from 53rd Avenue North 1/2 block south of the subject is fairly noticeable. 53rd Avenue is a two lane east /west street which is a larger traffic collector in the area. The street also marks the city limits between Brooklyn Center and Minneapolis. The lot appears to be approximately 40' X 128' or 5,120 square feet in size. The parcel has 40' of frontage on Dupont Avenue North. There is a bituminous Paved alley which abuts the sites west side. This site is a representative lot of many 40 foot lots in the city. Before the new street improvements, the property was served by a 30' wide street with bituminous surfacing. The street is about 35 years old. The surface is cracked every 20 feet or so from shoulder to shoulder and is in fair condition at best. The street has been resealed several times in recent Years to prolong its functional life which was originally designed to last 25 Years. Without yearly maintenance, the street would need replacement in about one or two years. There is no curb or sidewalk. Drainage is provided by an 18" RCP storm drain. Utility service to the site include overhead electric and telephone service, . underground natural gas, sanitary ewer 9 VCP - vitrified clay i tart ( Y p pe) , and city water (6 cast iron pipe). No adverse easem is were reported or were observed to directly affect the site. The lot's topography is level. Soils are assumed to be uncontaminated and sound for normal building construction. The lot has average quality trees and other vegetation. The boulevard also has average quality trees. Predcaunant tree types are maple. Access to the site is directly frcm Dupont. The alley at the rear of the site allows car access. The sites identity is single family residential. 17 DATA APPROACH OOM D Discussion of Subject Lots Cont'd Single family hcanes are built on adjacent sites and throughout the neighborhood. The housing designs are well mixed with ramblers, 1.5 story expansion style bungalows, and even a few two story homes. There is an apartment building south of the subject on the northwest corner of 53rd and Dupont, and a gas station on the northeast corner. The property however, is zoned for single family usage. Its highest and best use is for a single family home. After the project, the property is served by a new 31' wide bituminous residential type street with concrete curb and gutter. New concrete storm sewer drains will be installed, and sanitary sewer and water pipes will be replaced. The analysis indicated that the land, considered as if vacant, would be marketable after the project and before the project as indicated below: After Before The Project Project Benefit 5311 Dupont Avenue North $11,500 $10,500 $1,000 The following 6 ale lot sales, numbers 2 -7 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject lot as is, before any new street improvements. Quantified adjustments are shown on the following grid. LAND SALE ADJUSTMENT GRID BEFORE STREET INPROVEMI= r # Location Time Size Zoni Tgpg/ Fi.n/Other SF Ad! Rate ` 2 0.75 1.00 1.25 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.17 $2.03 3 0.95 0.95 1.25 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.83 $2.06 4 0.90 0.90 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.44 $1.98 5 0.90 0.90 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.52 $2.04 6 0.95 0.90 1.25 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.94 $2.07 7 0.85 1.00 1.25 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $1.99 $2.11 Subj Fair 3 -93 5,120 R -2 Level /Ce/None X = $2.05 5,120 sq. ft. @ $2.05 = $10,496 18 MARKET DATA APPROACH CCN.P D WA Discussion of Subject Lots Cont'd The following 6 comparable lot sales, numbers 8 -10, 13, 15 and 16 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject after new street improvements. Quantified adjustments are shown on the following grid. s LAND SAI1'S ADJLIS930M GRID AF= NEW S`Il R= Location Time Size Zon-M _po/Fin /Other SF Ad! Rate 8 0.85 0.95 1.30 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.98 $2.08 9 0.75 0.95 1.30 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.26 $2.09 ' 10 0.70 1.00 1.25 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $2.55 $2.12 13 0.70 1.00 1.20 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.06 $2.44 15 0.70 1.00 1.20 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.23 $2.58 16 0.85 1.00 1.30 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.00 $2.21 Subj Fair 3 -93 5,120 R -2 Level /CE/None X = $2.25 ' 5,120 sq. ft. @ $2.25 = $11,520 1 y )-is IJ "� f .€ �T i'. "L � aE�S a � {{ 1s_! �. + � _ Ml!� €_ / f ._. ��. I �' �. `C Z217, L =4A' 4L lNU� !'.... � `�`• �- >, - -Il llnt.tf w�uAlb lii5..t� �II is r�.onwi ✓•1 {rw�wlsvl � �.. — ' —�.�} ' h i s J3 _ J. is JnY Y � �°.�'V'f�r "3WSnW ...._ Mr�'�' �.� yxsl i Mlnx� `�� _ S � Tn � Nry(1{ �"� _ // �U e� . m.rr'_.m _� 5xnr�el r K �_ 3✓��'.""`.. - I \.. .• .".' _NEY vssnn �..c�;` .� �, 7, S 1, t 1V v* If oj.!),,6W e. Lc' Dw'lel� � 1; . z �Ikvy. L g M, I b / N " N �pQW� � � IATt ;_ '. 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Z A Moll 9 N 1. ilk S E' JA in J , q. N IIIA-1 co '02 -3== t ---"QD LAI i!M I, 0 N If Y i i ; xU. �Jnr l � � �� /:. ��i 3t C1' .f � i O Nil 2. • • , 1 I WO W - t ' ^ 21 rUUMr DATA APPRDACH CCNT I D Via Discussion of Subject Lots Cont'd 5401 Girard Avenue North The subject lot at 5401 Girard Avenue North is located in a neighborhood of moderately priced single family homes which show slightly above average care. The site is improved with a 1.5 story expansion style bungalow. Homes on the block are well spaced apart on wider double lots, although there are some homes on single lots. The neighborhood is generally quiet and traffic flaw past the site is minimal. Traffic noise fran Hwy 100 or Interstate 94 is not noticeable. The lot is located on the corner of Girard and 54th Avenue North. It appears to be approximately 80' X 128' or 10,240 square feet in size. The parcel has 80' of frontage on Girard and 128' of frontage can 54th. A concrete alley is found on the west edge of the site. There are no sidewalks. The alley has recently been paved. Before the new street improvements, the property was served by a 30' wide street with bittmai.nous surfacing. The street is about 35 years old. The surface is cracked every 20 feet or so from shoulder to shoulder and is in fair condition at best. The street has been resealed several times in recent years to prolong its functional life which was originally designed to last 25 years. Without yearly maintenance, the street would need replacement in about one or two years. There is no curb. Drainage is provided by the general slope of the street. oil Utility service to the site include overhead electric and telephone service, underground natural gas, sanitary sewer (9" VCP - vitrified clay pipe), and city water (6 cast iron pipe). There is no storm sewer. No adverse easements were reported or were observed to directly affect the site. The lot's topography is level. Soils are assumed to be uncontaminated and sound for normal building construction. The lot has average quality trees and other vegetation. The boulevard also has average quality trees. Predominant ' tree types are maple and spruce. Access to the site is by a driveway off of 54th Avenue North. The sites 22 MARKET DATA APPROACH COMM Discussion of Subiect Lots C.ont'd identity is single family residential. Single family homes are built on adjacent sites and throughout the neighborhood. The predominant house design is the 1.5 story expansion style bungalow. The property is zoned for a single is family usage. Its highest and best use is for a single family home. After the Project, the property is served by a new 31 foot wide bites residential type street with concrete curb and gutter, New concrete storm sewer drains will be installed, and sanitary sewer and water pipes will be replaced. The analysis indicated that the land, considered as if vacant, would be marketable after the project and before the project as indicated below: After Before The Project Project Benefit 5401 Girard Avenue North $19,700 $17,900 $1,800 The following 6 comparable lot sales, numbers 2 -7 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject lot as is, before any new street improvements. Quantified adjustments are shown on the following grid. LAND SALE AD- USIMWr GRID BEFORE STREET IMPROVEM= # Location Time Size Zoni T:)/ FinfOther SF Adj Rate 2 0.80 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.17 $1.74 3 1.00 0.95 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.83 $1.74 4 0.95 0.90 0.80 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $2.44 $1.67 5 0.95 0.90 0.80 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $2.52 $1.82 6 1.00 0.90 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.94 $1.75 7 0.90 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $1.99 $1.79 Subj Corner 3 -93 10,240 R -2 Level /CE/None X = $1.75 Avg. 10,240 sq. ft. C $1.75 = 17,920 Y is r 23 i� i t RAM= DATA APPRDACH ODNP'D 1 Discussion of Subject Lots Cont'd The following 6 curable lot sales, numbers 8 -10, 13, 15 & 16 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject after new street iuprovements. Quantified adjustments are shown on the following grid. r IAND SAT-IS AD USZMQW G= AFrM NEW STI= # LCCation Time Size Zoning :)/Fin/Other SF Adi Rate j 8 0.90 0.95 1.05 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $1.98 $1.78 9 0.80 0.95 1.05 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $2.26 $1.80 10 0.75 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $2.55 $1.82 13 0.75 1.00 0.95 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.06 $2.07 15 0.75 1.00 0.95 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.23 $2.19 16 0.90 1.00 1.05 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.00 $1.89 Subj Avg. 3 -93 10,240 R -2 Level /CE/None X = $1.92 10,240 sq. ft. @ $1.92 = $19,660 I +rV ^'� +r rM 11 Mora r rR M14 Ndwir}{(�t T 1 1lX Ir S 4.. 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Y 000 .Yfy I; ) J5 / I _lnri� run °uc roxoU' - C Lry ro z [° 1 wsnr I, YsJIov r w I ` yr rneot J* �y �_ -yx L,Y.n0ab10 p, vr.9'.In x inr g trx s If y�„r J y rt I a purl II 1 uo)I �'T°� =� ♦ x �ns(��rtwon� 1 to ,�5 rwwr E � Y sL.r w ii � x. tnr In wl'x 1 1+� y LSr x �nw ": ,?`w }n "'r 1/ - rn• ? IM ln,r �" $ y , . rx,.,, 1 eslnr °xro I: s„ �� i, `� �srr' SS a..�ro� ', I Vn�:� _� e ' a� �+� �LVV�;4 a� K F r y �J � ' pn � ln�"°r' �.. •.. a�l+r _ , ,n w yr oo T _dY1P1'f >< t I R s c r f`/ V D 1• . I f Y ' g �. 26 MARKET DATA APPROACH CONT'D Discussion of Subject Lots Cont'd 5427 Knox Avenue North The subject lot at 5427 Knox Avenue North is located in a neighborhood of moderately priced single family homes which show average care. The site is improved with a rambler and detached garage. Hanes on the block are well spaced apart on wider lots. The neighborhood is generally quiet and traffic flow past the lot is minimal. Traffic noise from Hwy 100 or Interstate 94 is not noticeable. The lot appears to be approxinately 75' X 134' or 10,050 square feet in I I, size. The parcel has 75' of frontage on Knox Avenue North. The lot is representative of several 75 foot lots in the southeast neighborhood. Before the new street improvements, the property was served by a 30' wide street with bituminous surfacing. The street is about 35 years old. The surface is cracked every 20 feet or so from shoulder to shoulder and is in fair condition at best. The street has been resealed several times in recent years to prolong its functional life which was originally designed to last 25 years. Without yearly maintenance, the street would need replacement in about one or two years. There is no curb. Drainage is provided by the general slope of the street. Utility service to the site include overhead electric and telephone service, underground natural gas, sanitary sewer (9 VCP - vitrified clay pipe), and city water (6" cast iron pipe). There is no storm sewer. No adverse easements were reported or were observed to directly affect the site. The lot's topography is level. Soils are assumed to be uncontaminated and sound for normal building construction. The lot has average quality trees and other vegetation. The boulevard also has average quality trees. Predominant tree types are elm and spruce. Access to the site is by a concrete driveway. The sites identity is single family residential. Single family homes are built on adjacent sites and throughout the neighborhood. The predominant house designs are one story mumblers with detached garages. The property is zoned for single family usage. Its highest and best use is for a single family home. I 27 MARKET DATA, APPRDACH COW I D Discussion of Subject Lots Cont'd After the project, the property is served by a new 31 foot wide bituminous residential type street with concrete curb and gutter. New concrete storm sewer drains will be installed and sanitary sewer and water pipes will be replaced. The analysis indicated that the land, considered as if vacant, would be marketable after the project and before the project as irxii cated below: After Before The Project project Benefit 5427 Knox Avenue North $21,700 $19,300 $2,400 The following 6 comparable lot sales, numbers 2 -7 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject lot as is, before any new street improvements. Quantified adjustments are shown on the following grid. LAND SALE ADJUSTMENT GRID BEFORE STREE*P IIIPROVII I'S Location Time Size Zoning To� SF Adi Rate 2 0.90 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $2.17 $1.95 3 1.10 0.95 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.83 $1.91 4 1.05 0.90 0.80 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $2.44 $1.84 i 5 1.05 0.90 0.80 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.52 $1.91 6 1.10 0.90 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.94 $1.92 l 7 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $1.99 $1 Subj Avg. 3 -93 10,050 R -1 Level /CE/None X = $1.92 10,050 sq. ft. @ $1.92 = $19,296 28 i I I MAIUM DATA APPROACH CC W' D ohm am i I Discussion of Subject Lots Cont'd The following 6 comparable lot sales, nuADers 8 -10, 13, 15 and 16 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject after new street improvements. Quantified adjustments are sham on the following grid. LAND sAIm Anus mmr cm Ay= NEW SImr # Location Time Size Zoning MMo SF Adj Rate 8 1.00 0.95 1.05 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.98 $1.98 9 0.90 0.95 1.05 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.26 $2.03 10 0.85 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $2.55 $2.06 13 0.85 1.00 0.95 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.06 $2.35 15 0.85 1.00 0.95 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.23 $2.48 16 1.00 1.00 1.05 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.00 $2.10 Subj Avg. 3 -93 10,050 R -1 X = $2.16 10,050 sq. ft. @ $2.16 = $21,708 ILM 1 lx is x.nmw \ \b,, I •.nv.Ylln 7N is navtl� ".'_'� � - . s M It Np as - �] S' G, �:T F� - - 57+ 1�/ .�._: _ .'S. Q [._ M _ i IL _) . U I� YIINr I } JY'1Y� ,�. ■�..�6 �iM 7t xQ1�N SYM 1N !t l• W)nIIIW I g) I I• _ _ Dl• N � 4M C '.. I M 9 tiES�.�N >NrN'�Y I� rI€ \• •yt n x YPo °) � z S[ k \��:w �s S � Y It 1_ 1.NU � b �w JL - a u r` / Lie S E 71 Yb�,� ' 1 )', Yt•• li_ 1 )7 __� .1F. ,f N 1s ,x _ ,t_ r Hlt �, .J[ J111, G.3 7N1 G F M Jf.�n I JIiS a E - e NZ ;, 3 Y , tt 7 t jr t € -� 1 Y d r I i S �Nlt xl �o�idrl �_ 7 M iew. 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(r }} i � .... i 1 "« �P. D' 1 �. _ � R 5.�,� : ��;, a46 �Wr { .. /, j ( f yq' � �j r '���� � � tl� � � v t �� � 41 ♦, �' at .. 31 KNMIT PM APPRDACi CXONI - D Discussion of Subject I-Ots Cont'd 54334th Street North The subject lot at 5433 4th Street North is located in a neighborhood of moderately priced single family homes which show average care. The site is improved with a split entry home built in 1974. Homes in this neighborhood are amply spaced apart on wider lots. Traffic noise from I -94 located on the east side of 4th Avenue is noticeable. The berm and recessed traffic lanes appear to help. The lot appears to be approximately 65' X 157' or 10,205 square feet in size. The parcel has 65' of frontage on 4th Street. The lot is a representative lot in the southeast neighborhood across from I-94. a= entry, the Property is served by a 30' wide street with a 28' width of bituminous paving and 2' of concrete curb and gutter only on the east side. The curb and gutter was installed by the state when I-94 was constructed about 10 years ago. The street is 23 years old. The surface is cracked frequently from shoulder to shoulder and Is in fair to average condition at best. The street has been resealed several times in recent years to prolong its functional life which was originally designed to last 25 years. Without yearly maintenance, the street would need replacement in about one or two Years. There is no sidewalk. Drainage is provided by the general slope of the street. Utility service to the site include overhead electric and telephone service, underground natural gas, sanitary sewer (9" VCP - vitrified clay pipe), and city water (6 cast iron pipe). There is no storm sewer. No adverse easements were reported or were observed to directly affect the site. The lot's topography is level. Soils are assumed to be uncontaminated and sound for normal building construction. The lot has average quality trees and Other vegetation. The boulevard also has average quality trees. Predcminant tree types are ash and spruce. Access to the site is by an asphalt driveway. The sites identity is single family residential. Single family homes are built on adjacent sites and i 1 32 MARKET DATA APPROACH OIWP' D I Discussion of Subject Lets Cont'd throughout the neighborhood. The predominant house designs are one story ramblers, and expansion style bungalows. The property is zoned for a single family usage. Its highest and best use is for a single family hcane. After the project, the property is served by a new 31 foot wide bids residential type street with concrete curb and gutter. New concrete storm sewer drains will in installed and sanitary sewer and water pipes will be replaced. The analysis indicated that the land, considered as if vacant, would be marketable after the project and before the project as indicated below: After Before The Project Project Benefit 5433 4th Street North $18,400 $16,500 $1,900 The follow 7 following comparable lot sales, numbers 1 -7 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject lot as is, before any new street improvements. Quantified adjustments are shown on the following grid. LAND SALE AII7URTmwr GRID BEFORE STREET IMPROVEME tTES Location Time Size zoning ZMqJFinfOther SF Adj Rate 1 1.50 0.90 1.15 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $0.97 $1.51 2 0.75 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.17 $1.63 3 0.95 0.95 1.00 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $1.83 $1.65 4 0.90 0.90 0.80 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.44 $1.58 5 0.90 0.90 0.80 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.52 $1.63 6 0.95 0.90 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.94 $1.66 7 0.85 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $1.99 $1.69 Subj Avg /Fair 3 -93 10,205 R -2 Level /CE/None X = $1.62 Noisy 10,205 sq. ft. @ $1.62 = $16,532 r . 33 MAREET DATA APPROACH OONP' D Discussion of Sublect Lots Cont'd Me following 6 ccaparable lot sales, numbers 8- 10- ,13,15 and 16 are utilized to estimate the market value of the subject after new street improvements. Quantified adjustments are shown on the following grid. IAND SAIFS ADJUS'93flIIFr C PJD AF TM NEW STR= Location Time Size Zoning Topo /FinfOther SF Ada to 8 0.85 0.95 1.05 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $1.98 $1.68 9 0.75 0.95 1.05 1.00 1.00 /1.00 /1.00 $2.26 $1.69 10 0.70 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $2.55 $1.70 13 0.70 1.00 0.95 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.06 $1.93 15 0.70 1.00 0.95 1.00 0.95/1.00/1.00 $3.23 $2.04 16 0.85 1.00 1.05 1.00 1.00/1.00/1.00 $2.00 $1.79 Subj Avg/Fair 3-93 10,205 R -2 Level /CE/None X = $1.80 10,205 sq. ft. @ $1.80 = $18,369 I ' i i i i 1. Oda -' .Nr NA o ' AtRU _I r:. n �. / �1' rArsrrn+Yr' "' "'^' "Ell H� Alf + r x � FPSF v esrran C ;fn RPS[r' r< R--4 r� t{ oANO Sf TM �/ S ' '[A ? hrs z"FiA.W4:l y H' I �,vl'Tll �rl N _ �� / - .•'J ��u'iM nxiRY AVIA a L pVf x �t i, i c[OOUA ctoro �Y AVF " . C IA yr ttaecrr�vr 3� n v ,� ;> I mxc�rrz I � � pp .vt N - or ' t R�o� r i {�. a k(T �;" � A`ti. 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A _� t 3� _ I(. ■. pb pN sr wAS xtf w rnu L a� ''ice uwt /IIRSaH'� 5T iwl x._.._1y.r..,__. r yg 1 / L • b � _.l�� �� M 8 u E � ✓s . 81 " rWhhifl ' 36 MARDI' DATA APP90ACH CQNr 1 D Discussion of Cow arable Sales The first seven tearable lot sales describe properties in the subject neighborhood and in similar titive neighborhoods in Brooklyn Center. These ale sales are adjusted for a variety of differences to give an indication of the value of the subject lots as is, before any new street improvements are in place. The last nine Cale lot sales describe properties in a campeting Brooklyn Center neighborhood which is currently being developed. These lot sales are located in the Twin View Meadows development which has brand new city streets with concrete curb and gutters and all municipal utilities. These comparable sales are adjusted for a variety of differences to give an indication of the value of the subject lots after the proposed street improvements. Location adjustments are som what subjective and rely upon the appraisers experience in observing that lots found in neighborhoods of higher value homes with good views sell at higher prices than lots not so located, all other things being equal. Other property amenities which are considered include traffic, exposure and ease of access. Positive adjustments are applied for inferior locational attributes, and negative adjustments are applied for superior locational attributes. Time adjustments from the comparables date of sale are only appropriate if the market conditions have changed, on a net basis, since the tearable land sold. Any adjustment reflects value changes between the date of sale and the date of this appraisal. The earliest sale considered (5501 Humboldt Ave N) sold in August of 1987. In 1987, single family homesites increased in value by an estimated 5 %. In 1988 and 1989, single family homesites showed no change in value. In 1990 and 1991, the recession and the Gulf War were major reasons why an estimated annual 5% decrease in land value occurred. In 1992, no change in land values were noted, and no change is noted thus far in 1993. Adjustments to the sale dates of the comparable sales follow the rise and fall of land values as described above. 37 SET DATA APB COW' D Discussion of rc)rTr%arn�,le Sales Cont'd Size adjustments to the tearable sales follow a trend where the price per square foot is inversely related to the size of the subject is the control factor. As the The size of the ale properties double in size, their unit price appears to decrea % by 251%. . As the omparable properties d ecrease in size by 1/2, their unit P rice 250o appeals to increase by , all other things being equal. Adjustments to the tearable sales must reverse this estimated trend so that the unit therefore prices of the sales in respect to size are equivalent to the subjects. Zoning considerations would be appropriate to reflect the value differences the market recognizes for the different types of development which can be constructed on the subject properties. In this appraisal, z are not relevant. � �, �� adjustments The market does not recognize any significant difference between R -1 and R -2 zoned property. Because the sub J properties and the tearable sales are all zoned R -1 or R -2, no adjustments are appropriate. Any topographical adjustment will reflect differ subsoil conditions or the in shape, terrain or quality of trees on the site. Financing adjustments, although not necessary for an of the Y conparable sales, would be appropriate to reflect whether or not the property was favorable f' purchased with financi terms. Because all ale sales were sold for cash or for its equivalent, and the sub J parcels are being appraised for a value equivalent to �h,' no adjustments are relevant for the following few short term contracts for deed did occur at 9% and 10 %. With uses. A ent interest rates at 8%, these are favorable rates. No discount is needed. r- 70 SUMMARY AND aQNCLIIlSIC9 All three of the standard approaches to value are considered in this appraisal and only the Market Data Approach was applied. The Replacement Cost and Capitalization Approaches were not considered for reasons stated. The Market Data Approach best considers the actions of typical buyers and sellers of properties of the subject type. Seven sales of lots similar to the subject parcels before any street improvements were considered, and nine more sales were considered of lots similar to the subject parcels after the Proposed new street improvements. These two analyses of the subject parcels shows conclusions that are well supported. A simple subtraction of the value as is, from the value after the proposes new street improvements gives an indication of the contributing value of the new streets. Market Value Market Value Address After the Proi. Before the Proi. Benefit i 5331 Camden Avenue North $20,500 $18,100 $2,400 5311 Dupont Avenue North $11,500 $10,500 $1,000 5401 Girard Avenue North $19,700 $17,900 $1,800 5427 Knox Avenue North $21,700 $19,300 $2,400 5433 4th Avenue North $18,400 $16,500 $1,900 I J tE3 =CATION ASSCWPT.LONS AND CONDITIONS The Appraiser certifies and agrees that: 1. The Appraiser has no present or prospective interest in the property that is the su bject of this report, and no personal interest or bias with respect to the parties involved. �) 2. cmpensation is not contingent upon the reporting of a predetermined value or direction 1 in value that favors the cause of the client, the amount of the value estimate, the ' attainment of a stipulated result, or the occurrence of a subsequent event. 3. The analyses, opinions, and conclusions were developed, and this report has been prepared, in conformity with the requirements of the Code of Professional Ethics and the Standards of Professional Practice of the Appraisal Institute. 4. The use of this report is subject to the re of the Appraisal Institute relating to review by its duly authorized representatives. 5. The Appraiser has made a personal inspection of the property that is the subject of this report. 6. No one provided significant professional assistance to the person signing this report other than those specifically mentioned. 7. The reported analyses, opinions, and conclusions are limited only by the reported assumptions and limiting conditions, and are the appraisers personal, unbiased professional analyses, opinions, and conclusions. 8. Information, estimates, and opinions furnished to the Appraiser, and contained in the report, were obtained from sources considered reliable and believed to be true and correct. However, no responsibility for accuracy of such items furnished to the Appraiser can be assumed by the Appraiser. The following specific assumptions and conditions are made: 9. The Appraiser is not nsible for legal matters. The title is assumed good and F e5 g marketable. The property is considered free and clear of all indebtedness unless otherwise stated. All structures and improvements, existing or proposed, are assumed to be in compliance with community zoning and building code requirements. Since 1- 26 -92, the Americans with Disabilities Act became effective. Its impact upon value 144 has not yet manifested itself. Unless otherwise stated herein, any impact from the act is specifically disregarded. 10. The property is appraised as though under responsible ownership, with competent l management and property maintenance. 11. The Appraiser assumes that there are no hidden or nonapparent conditions or contamination of the property, subsoil, or structures, which would render it more or less valuable. The Appraiser assumes no responsibility for such conditions, or for engineering which might be required to discover such factors. 12. On all appraisals, subject to satisfactory completion, repairs, or alterations, the appraisal report and value conclusion are contingent upon completion of the impnOvements in a workmanlike manner, and in substantial conformance with plans and specifications made available to the Appraiser. 13. This report in part or whole shall not be used or disseminated to the public through advertising, news, sales or other media without prior written consent of the Appraiser. APPRAISING QIIAISFTCATICNS OF BRAD BIC(UCLUND F3TX'AT ou Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (1971): University of Minnesota American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers Courses: 1A, 1B, 2, 4, and Standards Society of Real Estate Appraisers Courses: 101 and 301 Instructor: University of Minnesota Extension Division Appraisal Courses 1979 -80 ASSOCIATICN MAI American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers, 1976 SPA Society of Real Estate Appraisers, 1977 �l SRPA Society of Real Estate Appraisers, 1977 1 SRFA Society of Real Estate Appraisers, 1980, Chapter President 1983 -84 i Licensed Real. Estate Appraiser, State of Minnesota, Certified Federal General Real Property, MN4000377, Licensed Real Estate Broker, State of MN, 1972 to present, #0188621 . St. Anthony Planning Commission Member, 1978 -85, Chair 1980 -81 Metropolitan Council Land Use Advisory Committee, 1977 to 1989 League of Women Voters, 1977 to 1990 APPRAISAL EDMER ENCE February 1972 to October 1976 - Newcombe & Hansen Appraisals, Inc. October 1976 to Aril 1981 - O. J. Janski & Associates, Inc. April 1981 to April 1985 - Captial Appraisals, Inc. April 1985 to September, 1987 - Swenson, Bjorklund & Associates October, 1987 to present - Bjorklund, Carufel, Lachezmiayer, Inc. Serving a variety of clients including: Larkin Hoffman, Law Firm FDIC Dayton Hudson Holmes & Graven, Law Firm U. S. Navy State of Minnesota Twin City Federal Prudential City of Minneapolis First National of Mpls. Carlson Companies City of Minnetonka Norwest Banks Texaco General Motors Deloitte & Touche Honeywell 1st Covenant Church Cooperative Power Assn. Minnesota Plywood N.W. Bible College Augustana Homes Manufacturers Hanover Waste Management Appraisal completed upon a variety of types of properties including improved Parties - commercial stores, large offices, industrial, apartment, golf courses, nursing homes, farms, unimproved land and subdivisions. Appraisals have been made for buyers, sellers, investors, parties involved in eminent domain proceedings, tax abatement, estates, and lease interests. M Qualified as an expert witness in various Federal and State Courts, and served as court - appointed commissioner on many occasions. Completed continuing education requirements for licensing and also for the Appraisal Institute through the date of the completion of this appraisal /consultation work effort. M bowl t o APPRAISING QUALIFICATIONS OF ERIC BJORKLEM ELUCATTON Bachelor of Arts; St. Olaf College 1991. I Degrees in Economics & Biology, GPA 3.0 American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers Courses; 102 (Applied Residential Property Valuation) 1BA (Capitalization Theory & Techniques - Part A) 1BB (Capitalization Theory & Techniques - Part B) 2 -1 (Case Studies in Real Estate Valuation) SPPA (Standards of Professional Practice - Part A) SPPB (Standards of Professional Practice - Part B) Minnesota State Real Property Appraiser; License #4003154 Successful completion of the State General Test; Level II EXPERT 1993 (current) - 1988: Appraiser for BCL Appraisals Specializing in the appraisal of Commercial, Industrial & Residential Real Estate 1991: Residence Hall Treasurer; St. Olaf College 1990: Teachers Asst; St. Olaf College Biology Lab Department 1) PF OF APPRAISALS Cammie.rcial Real Estate: Retail Stores, Restaurants, Office Buildings, Shopping Centers Industrial Real Estate: Manufacturing, Processing & Distribution Buildings Residential Real Estate: Single Family Homes, Duplexes, Townhomes, condominiums, & Apartments Vacant Land: Commercial, Industrial, & Residential Appraisals have been completed upon the variety of aforementioned real estate for a broad range of functions including; sales and purchases, condemnation, tax appeals, development, insurance, estates, divorce, & subdivision analysis. CLIENTS S Cities of: Blaine, Bloomington, Chaska, Crystal, Eden Prairie, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, Minneapolis, Minnetonka, New Brighton, New Hope, Plymouth, Richfield, Rochester and Savage. Firstar Banks Prime Mortgage Marquette Bank TCF Bank GMAC Mortgage Great Lakes Mortgage North Star Title FBS Mortgage United Mortgage Knutson Mortgage Fleet Mortgage Larkin Hoffman, Law Firm Peat Marwick Holmes & Graven MCDA Mpls. Park Board Carlson Companies Prudential Life American Bank Best & Flanagan U. S. Navy 01 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER council Meeting Date 3/22 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: LEGISLATIVE UPDATE ******************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** DEPT. APPROVAL: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manag MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) Attached is the League of Minnesota Cities Cities Bulletin dated March 12, 1993. Also attached is correspondence in support of Representative Myron Orfield's Metropolitan Stability Legislation - H.F. #671. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION Review and discuss the attached documentation. T League of Minnesota Cities Cities Buileti s s o Number 10 March 12, 1993 Le update Senate Committee approves Rising League LGA proposal Gary Carlson Hottinger defended the League's property taxes proposal as an important reform in the On Wednesday, March 10, the full state's fiscal relationship with local may not mean Senate Metropolitan and Local units of government. Government Committee approved the The League's bill has had two more LGA League's LGA proposal (S.F. 78) on a successful hearings in the Senate. voice vote and referred it to the Senate Unfortunately, the announcement last Taxes and Tax Laws Committee. week of the improved state budget Don Diddants The bill's chief author, Senator situation has not assured additional John Hottinger (DFL- Mankato) funding for LGA. The agricultural Predictions of double digit presented the bill to the committee and property tax crisis has dominated the property tax increases in 1993 and the responded to questions. Several discussions of the property tax issue ., threat of even larger increases in 1994 committee members questioned the and proponents of increased funding have once again made property taxes concept of LGA and whether the state for education are actively seeking and property tax relief a hot political should provide aid to cities or directly additional resources for schools. issue at the Legislature. However, to local taxpayers. Other members City officials should contact their much of the focus is on rising school suggested that this bill did not address legislators and express their support property taxes, and LGA may not the root problems of the current for LGA, property tax relief, and the benefit much from the rhetoric about property tax system. Senator local government trust fund. property tax relief. Governor's budget proposal Governor Arne Carlson's original budget proposal cut $20 million from LMC 1993 Legislative Conference local government aid (LGA) and over $24 million from homestead and agricultural credit aid (HACA) for 1993 and 1994, and transferred $52 Call your legislators NOW to make an appointment ' million from the local government between 2 and 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 18. trust fund to the general fund to balance the state budget. Even after the March revenue estimates showed Use this Bulletin to discuss the important over $600 million of new resources city issues with your legislators. available, the governor did not restore any of these cuts. In fact his supple- Two hours are available during the conference so that you mental budget recommended increas- will have time to meet with your representative and senator. ing the transfer from the local govern - See Legislative update, page 4 , The Cities Bulletin is a publication of the League of Minnesota Cities and includes an update of state legislative, C ontents administrative, and congressional actions that affect cities. It also 1 / Legislative update: Rising property taxes may not includes reviews of metropolitan area mean more LGA issues by the Association of Metro- ' 1 / Senate committee approves League LGA proposal politan Municipalities. 3 / Long shots and best bets: Ask your legislators about League legislative staff members are these city issues available to answer your questions 3 / Cities Bulletin schedule change concerning legislation relating to 4 / Charter commission bill progresses cities. 5 / Governor proclaims September to be month of Anne Frank The Cities Bulletin lists authors of bill 5 / 1993 certified levies for cities increase less than in summaries and some articles by their 1992 initials. 5 / Labor and industry department considers amendments to elevator rules 6 / Proposal would change severance pay, employee Gary Carlson --GC auto use, and employee compensation Sarah Hackett- -SH 7 / Water resource conference papers are due March 30 Ann Higgins —AH 8 / County state aid highway compromise under Joel Jamnik —JJ consideration Stanley Peskar - -SGP 8 / City officials testify on city transportation issues 8 / Volunteer ambulance service study funds available B 1 / Bill summaries (yellow pages) Status 1 / Bill status (blue pages) 9 / Federal update: Cities identify priorities for economic Executive Director recovery Jim Miller 9 / Annexation bills heard in committee 10 / Municipal ads Editor Inside Jean Mehle Goad Tim Busse back cover / ADA conference: Second date set for March 30 Typesetting and design Gayle Brodt Legislative mission statement The League of Minnesota Cities will ' vigorously represent the policy positions and interests of its members before the Minnesota State Legislature in a positive and effective manner; characterized by timely, quality information provision and policy advocacy. This representation will be based on greater LMC membership participation in the League's legislative program, which is to be facilitated by the 10 Printed on recycled paper League board and staff. LeagueofMinnesota Cities, 3490 LexingtonAvenue North, St. Paul, MN 55126, (612) 490 -5600. Page 2 LMC Cities Bulletin Long shots and best bets Ask your legislators about these city issues Joel Jamnik and Stanley Peskar and the city would have an option to Environment participate or not. It's not clear Here are some issues legislative whether the city could choose which of Garbage collection conference delegates may want to its eligible employees could retire The waste management act bill discuss when they visit with their early if the city does choose to would require cities over 1,000 legislators. participate. population to ensure that all its citizens have garbage collection Pensions Personnel service. (Cities over 5,000 already have to do this.) The bill proposes volunteer fire pensions Salary freeze rolling the costs of this mandate into A bill that Representative Leo The governor has proposed, that if the collection fees city residents pay. Reding (DFL- Austin) and Senator a local government increases its Cities can determine how to best meet LeRoy Stumpf (DFL -Thief River spending on employee compensation this mandate by either offering city Falls) are due to introduce soon, would for 1994, and also proposes a tax collection, licensing or organizing raise in a single step, the statutory increase, that the city must hold a collection, or passing ordinances limit on lump sum volunteer fire voter ratification election. requiring collection service. pensions from the current $3,000 per year of service to $4,000 per year of Severance pay limits Wetlands service. It would also increase the The state auditor is advocating The permanent rules are sched- flexible limits for both the lump sum limiting severance payments for top uled to go into effect in July. Legisla- and monthly benefit plans from the managers in local government. The tion has been introduced delaying this current 80 percent of current funding League is concerned that the proposal effective date to January 1994. Also, to 90 percent. will negatively affect cities' ability to the legislation would equalize the The bill would validate past recruit high quality managers, and will replacement ratio at 1:1 regardless of overpayments that some relief associa also result in more litigation. the type of property. Under the current tions have made in recent years. It law, agricultural area wetlands can be would simplify the calculation that General government replaced 1:1 but urban area wetlands smaller funds must do to report returns Open meetings must be replaced 2:1. on investment. The bill would not reduce or eliminate fire aid to relief The Minnesota Newspaper associations with low benefits. Association has proposed increasing the penalty for violating the open Early retirement incentives meeting law from $100 to $700, and Governor Arne Carlson's proposed granting attorney's fees and costs to early retirement incentive has not yet newspapers and others who success - been introduced. Under the proposal, hilly sue public officials. Cities Bulletin employees 55 or older, with at least 25 Annexation schedule change years of service, would be eligible on a first -come, first -served basis to take an The Minnesota Association of Townships is proposing to repeal last unreduced pension. The increased cost of the early year's legislation which allows Because. of the League of retirement would be calculated on an annexation without township or Minnesota Cities Legislative actuarial basis. The cost would be municipal board approval if the Conference, we will mail issue shared by the city - -80 percent; the property owner petitions for the number I I ofthe CitiesBulletinw state flat e city- (until the annexation. City associations are on Monday, March 22, 1993 $12,000,000 ate- -a appropriation ran out); asking for additional legislation which rather than Friday, March 19. and the remainder by the employee. makes annexation of developed or We hope to see you at the Under the proposal, the employee developing land easier and restricts conference. would need to request early retirement city boundaries. developments outside of city boundaries. March 12, 1993 Page 3 Legislative Update, continued from page 1 ment trust fund to nearly $85 million. House, as in the Senate, the greatest existing system of local accountability Although cuts in property tax concern has centered around education works for cities. relief programs will lead to property funding, school property taxes and The League strongly supports tax increases, most of the attention in farm property taxes. keeping the local government trust committee hearings and informal fund whole by restoring the $85 discussions with legislators has The salary and property tax million the governor proposed to take focused on school taxes and a dis- freeze proposals from it. Of this amount, $36 million agreement with the governor over the would restore the proposed cuts in cause of projected tax increases for The governor's proposal for a public employee salary freeze has LGA and provide a reasonable 1994. Regardless of the cause of the gotten widespread public support. increase in LGA for 1994 equivalent to property tax increase, providing Because of this support, it is unlikely the rate of growth in the trust fund. additional funding for schools -- either that the Legislature will openly oppose The League LGA formula proposal for property tax relief or for more the salary freeze. However, while the (H.F. 48, S.F. 78) is the best way to spending on education - -seems to be a Legislature may not oppose the distribute this increased funding for high priority. concept, they probably will not pass LGA. This formula and level of legislation like the referendum funding are important because they The Senate DFL proposal to attempt to enforce a salary would help assure that city property budget proposal freeze. Most legislators understand the taxes remain stable and fair. Even before the release of the practical difficulties in enforcing or Unfortunately, many legislators March revenue forecast, the Senate implementing such a freeze. still have relatively little interest in DFL caucus released a budget pro- The governor's more recent LGA this year. In fact, old arguments posal, anticipating that $3504400 proposal to freeze property taxes about shifting city aids to schools are million of additional revenues would should be taken seriously because resurfacing both in private discussions be available. A major feature of the some legislators may see it as a way to and in proposals such as the one the proposal was a commitment to reduce directly address the property tax Minnesota Taxpayers Association put property taxes payable in 1994 by problem. Initially, the proposal to forward. It is important for city $150 millon. freeze property taxes came in response officials to continue to work with their The largest property tax relief to accusations that the governor's legislators to stress the importance of component of the proposal was a $100 budget proposals would cause property LGA in their own communities. million reduction in projected school taxes to rise. The risk, of course, is that property taxes. The proposal also this idea could take on a life of its own included $22 million of property tax and lead the state back to a new form relief for industrial property and some of levy limits. additional relief for farms. It is unclear The property tax freeze proposal Charter commission whether the proposal included any is even less fair than the old system of additional money for LGA. levy limits. The new proposal would bill progresses Although the proposal is prelimi- freeze local tax rates. If property The Senate Metropolitan and nary and was presented only in values in a city decline, then the Local Government Committee heard concept form, it does indicate the maximum levy would decline. If and passed S.F.250 (Betzold, DFL- general priorities and direction of property values increase, levies could Fridley), a bill proposing changes for current thinking in the Senate. increase. This clearly discriminates local charter commissions. The bill House budget resolution against communities with stagnant or was amended to change the current declining property values. It could also two successive term limitation and 4 Although there has been less cause hardships and serious service allow two full terms plus any service public discussion in the House about cuts if coupled with state aid reduc- of an unexpired term caused by a their overall view of the budget, the tions. vacancy on the commission. The House Ways and Means Committee is provision limiting the ability to expected to pass a budget resolution The League's position propose charter amendments by sometime during the week of March The League would oppose a petition was also modified slightly 15. This resolution will largely property tax freeze or any other type prior to the vote recommending determine the amount of money of levy limit for cities. Recent data on passage. JJ available for local government trust levy increases for 1993 shows that the fund programs like LGA. In the March 12, 1993 Page 4 Governor proclaims 1993 certified levies for cities September to be increase less than in 1992 month of Anne Frank Levy limit repeal "jump" did not materialize Minnesota cities and organizations Gary Carlson percent in 1993, somewhat less than are being invited to participate in the 5.2 percent increase in 1992 when making the month of September 1993, The Department of Revenue has a time to recognize and promote a released preliminary certified levy cities were still subject to levy limits. figures for taxes payable in 1993. This shows that the system of local prejudice-free society. The exhibit � P Y Prel tX "Anne Frank In the World: 1929 - 1945" Although the survey of certified levies accountability works. will be the center attraction to the has Yet to be verified, the final figures When compared to the 1993 levies promotion and organizers expect a � g � are not e to change si fi- originally proposed for the truth -m- quarter of a million viewers to attend cantly. The chart below shows that taxation hearings, the total levy for the event. total certified levies for cities will cities was reduced by $15.8 million. increase b only 4.6 cent from 1992 The city levy decrease was due, in A consolidated calendar of events Y y � to promote activities throughout levels. Overall, certified property P art, to the additional distribution of Minnesota will be published by the taxes are expected to jump by 7.1 state aid in December. According to a Minnesota Friends of Anne Frank. percent from 1992, largely due to a survey conducted by the League, many 10.4 percent increase in school levies. cities used all or part of the increased Sponsors are encouraging communities � to hold plays, concerts, art displays, or For the first time in many years, distribution to reduce their 1993 levies in 1993 were not constrained b lectures. The deadline for accepting Y levies, even though they received no programs for the calendar is April 30. levy limits, and some officials ex official notification of the increase Those participating can be included by Pe� ncrease. ow- cted to see a large i H until after levy certifications were completed. calling ever, city levies increased b only cal g Jacki or Henry Florentius at � Y Y Y 4.6 612- 962 -4351. Governor Arne Carson has Preliminary proclaimed September to be the month Final 1992 1993 of Anne Frank in order to recognize Certified Certified Percent and renew thoughts and actions toward a prejudice-free society. Her exhibit, Levies Levies Change seen this year for the first time in Counties 1,241.2 1,298.2 4.6% Minnesota, has been displayed throughout the world. It will open in Cities 784.3 820.2 4.6% the Great Hall of the First Trust Center Townships 89.7 94.4 5.2% in downtown St. Paul, August 27, and will be free to the public. School Districts 1,805.9 1,992.9 10.4% Special Taxing Districts 139.4 142.0 1.9 Total 1 4,060.51 4,347.7 7.1% Labor and Industry Department considers amendments to elevator rules Joel Jamnik regulation of new and existing eleva- _ _ _Kathy Smith, Administrator,_Code . The Minnesota Department of tors. City officials or other interested Administration and Inspection Ser- Labor and Industry, Code Administra- people or groups are requested to vices, Minnesota Department of Labor tion and Inspection Services, is submit data or views on proposed fee and Industry, 443 Lafayette Road, St. seeking information and opinions from increases for elevator permits either in Paul, MN 55155-4304,(612) 297 -2540 outside sources as they prepare writing or orally to the department. Oral comments can be made possible amendments to state rules Written statements should be ad- during regular business hours either by pertaining to fees, standards, and dressed to: telephone or in person. The deadline for comments is March 26, 1993. JJ March 12, 1993 Page 5 Senate committee to hear state auditor's bill Proposal would change severence pay, p Y� employee p Y auto use, and employee compensation Joel Jamnik budgeting practices and provides the guage, a municipality could avoid the necessary summary budget informa- continuation hearing requirement by The Senate subcommittee on tion. contributing store funds from the net Intergovernmental Relations will hear income of the store to other city funds. S.F. 580 (Reichgott, DFL New Hope) County reporting on Friday, March 19. The proposal Use of certain county also called the state auditor's bill standards task force would make significant changes in The bill would establish a county funds for travel local government compensation and financial accounting and reporting The proposal would allow the use benefits. Main features of the bill standards task force. There is no of county imprest funds for advancing would change claim payments, budget similar city proposal. expenses to county officers and reports, severance pay, and public auto employees for travel that is related to `se. Local government the performance of their job duties. Local overnment employee compensation g Under the bill, the salary and the Delegating authority to grantees and contractors value of all other forms of compensa- pay claims The bill would allow the auditor tion of a local government employee Cities and counties which prepare to examine the books or other materi- could not exceed 95 percent of the annual audited financial statements als of a grantee or contractor that are governor's salary.. The new language could delegate authority to certain relevant to the contract or transaction specifically mentions life insurance administrative officials to pay claims with the local government. It would policies other than term life insurance and bills prior to review by the require whoever requests the examines and other direct and indirect items of governing body. Delegation would be tion to pay for it, although it's ambigu- compensation, including reimburse- by resolution authorizing a specific ous as to who pays if the auditor ment for dues to organizations that are city administrative official to pay the makes the request. not of a civic, professional, educa- claims. The local unit would need tional, or governmental nature. internal accounting and administrative Interest charges on Forms of compensation the bill control procedures to ensure proper specifically would exclude are disbursement, including the council's auditor bills reasonable vacation and sick leave regular and frequent review of the The state auditor could charge 18 allowances, health and dental insur- officials' actions, and presentation of a percent interest on undisputed bills if a ance, pension benefits, and term life claims paid list at the next regularly political subdivision owes for audit insurance benefits. The benefit's value scheduled council meeting after services and the subdivision doesn't would be the annual cost to the payment of the claim. pay the bill within 30 days of its due political subdivision for the providing date. the benefit. Removal of city managers , Summa b The bill would specify additional Summary g Hearing on continuing procedural requirements associated information w ith the removal of Plan B statuto L liquor store operations The bill would require local The bill would require a hearing city managers. The manager would governments to provide summary on the continuation of municipal need to make a demand for written budget information to the state auditor, liquor store operations if the store has charges and a hearing within seven on special forms, by December 31 of shown a net loss in any two of three days of notification of the council's each year. The state auditor would consecutive years, even if the losses intent to remove the city manager. The develop, in conjunction with represen- resulted from contributions from the council would need to set a date and a tatives of city government, a budget liquor store fund to the general (or reasonable time for a public hearing, reporting form that conforms with city other) fund. Without the new lan- and would need to hold the hearing Page 6 LMC Cities Bulletin within 30 days of the demand and party could terminate the agreement • The employee has been assigned could not reconvene or recess the prior to its effective date, thus creating the vehicle for business away from the hearing until a further date, without a 15-day period of uncertainty. work station, and the number of miles approval of the council. The council traveled, or the time needed to conduct muuld need to notify the city manager, Limits on use of local the business, will be minimized if the within five days of the hearing, of the employee uses a local government council's decision to retain or remove government vehicles vehicle to travel to the employee's the city manager. The decision of the A local government employee residence before or after traveling to council is final and pending the could not use a local government the place of business. hearing and removal, the council could vehicle for any purpose other than This section of the bill would not suspend the manager with or without authorized local government business, apply to marked public safety vehicles pay at the council's discretion. including personal use that is clearly that a political subdivision owns or incidental to the use of the vehicle for leases. Severance pay limits local government business. The bill would limit the amount of An employee could not use a Mortgage backed public vehicle for transportation to or severance pay a local government from the employee's residence, except securities could provide to a highly compensated employee to the equivalent of six in the following circumstances: The bill would exclude from 1 y ma months of pay (currently 12). Highly •The employee need to authorized investment instruments compensated employees would be respond to a work - related emergency mortgage backed securities that the those with estimated annual wages that during hours when the employee is not bill defines as high risk. Any broker or are greater than 50 percent of the working. other agent of the municipality that governor's annual salary and are equal ' The employee has been assigned transfers, purchases, or obtains to, or greater than, 80 percent of the the use of a local government vehicle securities for or on behalf of a munici- estimated annual wages of the second for authorized local government pality would need to provide, at the highest paid employee of the local unit business on an extended basis, and the time of confirmation of the purchase employee's primary place of work is or transfer, a written notification that of government. not the local government work station the security is a permissible municipal Severance pay for a highly compensated employee would include to which the employee is permanently investment under Minnesota law. compensation for accumulated sick assigned. leave, vacation, and other benefits or compensation with a quantifiable monetary value. The bill includes the limitation that sick leave used to cover insurance continuation for retiring employees need not be considered as water resource conference papers compensation. are due March 30 Tort claims against local employees Organizers of the Minnesota Minneapolis, MN 55455, or call The bill would require the Water Resources Conference are (612) 626 -1632. governing body during a public seeking proposals for presentation Presentation formats may meeting to approve any severance at their 26th annual seminar involve case studies, practical design payment for a highly compensated October 26-27, 1993. They invite methods, problem solving work - employee which includes a payment all public and private organizations shops, and lecture presentations for settling disputed tort claims, and individuals to submit a brief covering the following topics: whether or not the claims have been abstract for planning committee hydrology of land - locked areas, filed, or for any payment for terminat- review by March 30. ground water /surface water interac- ing a written employment contract. Contact Bev Ringsak of the Lions, hydrological modeling, and The subdivision would need to make Professional Development and non -point source pollution. public the terms of the severance Conference Services Department, 'The audience for the conference agreement at the meeting. If the University of Minnesota, 206 Nolte consists of 125 -150 water manage - governing body approved the agree- Center, 315 Pillsbury Drive S.E., ment professionals. ment, it would become effective 15 days after the date of approval. Either March 12, 1993 page 7 County state aid highway City officials compromise under consideration testify on city Sarah Hackett • 25 percent based on weighted transportation vehicle registration; and issues The Association of Minnesota • 45 percent based on documented Counties ( AMC) transportation and construction needs. Sarah Hackett ti agriculture committee has endorsed a Under the proposal, counties Mayor Chuck Winkelman, mayor, proposal to modify the county state aid would be guaranteed the greater of St. Cloud, and LMC boardmember, highway (CSAH) distribution formula. their 1990 distribution or their 1993 told the House Transportation Com- Sen. Paula Hanson (DFL- Hanlake) has distribution plus an additional $3 per mittee that cities need money to introduced the proposal, S.F. 795. capita. The proposal, therefore, will maintain and reconstruct roads, and to Growing population and road only work if the state approves a gas provide transit services. He said the usage in the metro area initiated tax increase. League policy supports an increase in interest in redesigning the distribution In addition, the county screening the gas tax for roads and a new of funds. The CSAH program allo- board would have new positions for the dedicated revenue source for statewide cates the constitutionally dedicated 29 five urban counties and the bill would transit programs. The property tax is percent of the highway user distribu- set up a dispute resolution process for serving as a limited, and perhaps tion find gas and registration revenues cities and counties. inappropriate, revenue source for both to all Minnesota counties. AMC is holding meetings around transportation and transit. The proposal would distribute the the state with county officials to try to Winkelman also discussed the revenues as follows: reach agreement on the proposal. 1991 federal funding program the • 5 percent divided equally among The only proposed changes for the intermodal surface transportation all 87 counties; municipal state aid (MSA) system are efficiency act (ISTEA). Although • 10 percent based on the number of technical. They include: annual approximately 23 percent of the total vehicle registrations in the county; population updates; increasing the road miles in the state are eligible for • 15 percent based on CSAH lane mileage to 3,000; and clarifying metro the new funding, "it appears very miles; area membership on the screening unlikely that cities will be real ' committee. recipients," he said. Bruce Bullert, public works director, Savage, supported Winkelman's claim that cities are not going to see direct or guaranteed Volunteer ambulance service findin from ISTEA. Bullert provided the committee with information on the study funds available old federal system of distributions directly to city street (FAU, federal aid - The State Register on Monday, 1. A report to the Minnesota -urban). Along with not receiving the March 8, contained a notice that the Department of Health describing the same direct funding, he also discussed Department of Health has funds emergency medical service personnel the weak city position in the negotia- available to conduct a survey of the needs and resources of Minnesota tions and decisions on the implements personnel needs and resources, and the ambulance services, and tion of ISTEA. ` recruitment and retention activities of 2. A reference and guide book to Bullert also explained local volunteer ambulance services in assist Minnesota ambulance services transportation needs as they are Minnesota The state is receiving to successfully recruit and retain provided through the municipal state funding from a federal national qualified volunteer personnel. aid (MSA) system for cities over highway traffic safety administration Anyone interested in the study is 5,000. grant of up to $10,000 available until encouraged to contact the Minnesota Julian Empson, staff with the September 30, 1993, to complete the Department of Health, Emergency Public Works Department in St. Paul, project. The intent of the survey is to Medical Services section, regarding also testified on behalf of the League. develop: the study. JJ His testimony focused on the number of deficient roads and unpaved streets within the city of St. Paul. Page 8 LMC Cities Bulletin Bill summaries • Indicates League support or general conformance to League policies. Courts and crimes rights in inventions or ideas or propos- Utility conservation improvement Recreational activity tort limitations als of their employees. Under the law, contributions S.F.719 (Stumpf) (Judiciary) would an employer would forfeit any rights to H.E831 (Jacobs) (Regulated clarify potential liability arising out of an employee's invention or proposal if Industries and Energy) would calculate recreational activities. The bill's the employer does not agree to use or utility energy conservation improve - expansive definition of recreational develop it within one year after the ment contributions on total retail activity would cover most recreational, employee submits it (dated and revenues (now gross operating) and sport, gaming, or educational activi- written) or does not make a substantial require contributions by April 1 each ties. Under the bill, participants in investment in the invention or proposal year (currently February 1). JJ these recreational activities would within one year of deciding to use or assume the risks of the recreational develop it. The bill would require Annual utility forecasts: Elimination activity. The bill would require posting of the employee rights in a in certain circumstances responsible conduct such as refraining conspicuous place at all times. JJ H.F.832 (Jacobs) (Regulated From actions that could cause or Industries and Energy) would exempt contribute to injury of the participant Energy utilities that have previously submitted or other people. Failure to comply with District heating loan program forecasts as part of an integrated these requirements would be primary elimination resource plan from the annual forecast assumption of risk thus providing H.F.820 (Jacobs) (Regulated reporting requirement. JJ additional liability protection to Industries and Energy) would elimi- owners and operators of recreational natc the district heating loan program Wind-powered and solar-powered mar• JJ from state statute and state rule. JJ generators exempt from certificate of need process ) (Regulated F. Development Municipal energy conservation loan H. ( Industries and Energy) would exempt program update TIF manufacturing districts H.F.870 (Bauerly, Wenzel, Rest, H.F.822 (Jacobs) (Regulated wind - powered or solar- powered Industries and Energy) would u electricity generating plants, which the Welle) (Taxes) would create manufac- may) lie turing tax increment districts that the energy conservation loan program state has approved in a utilities for local units of government to resource plan, from meeting the state would require county and school district approval. The "but for" test broaden eligibility to include any certificate of need process. The bill project which eventually would pay for would make it easier for utilities to would require that the district discour- age movement of operations to other itself with energy savings (currently construct wind - powered and solar - states, result in increased employment only paybacks of less than 10 years are powered generating plants. JJ for the state, or preserve or enhance eligible) and which could be identified in an energy project study. Energy data collection requirements the statewide tax base. These districts would be subject to the local govern- Energy project studies would be H.F.834 (Jacobs) (Regulated studies of energy - related capital Industries and Energy) would delete went aid and homestead and agricul- requirements that the Department of tural credit aid penalty. The bill would improvement projects that support a financing application. At a minimum, Public Service collect information on limit the duration of the district to the lesser of eight years after payment of they would include one year of energy conservation and other energy - related the first increment or 10 years after consumption and cost data, a descrip' programs of other agencies, including tion of existing conditions, a descri municipal power agencies and other approval of the plan. The bill would g � prohibit pooling for these districts. SH tion of proposed conditions, a detailed political subdivisions. JJ description of the costs of the project, and calculations sufficient to docu- Additional financing assistance for Employment ment the proposed energy savings. municipal energy conservation Employee invention agreements programs Under the bill the Department of HY 844 (McCollum, Marian) h!blic Services would administer the S.F.777 (J. Johnson, Moe, Anderson, (Labor - Management Relations) would energy conservation program rather Morse, Novak) (Jobs, Energy and regulate contracts where employers than the Minnesota public facilities Community Development) would acquire ownership or development authority. JJ allow the commissioner of Public Service to establish an energy conser- March 12, 1993 B1 Bill summaries continued vation self- liquidating financing terrestrial ecosystems General government program to complement the energy The bill would require the Pollution conservation investment loan program Control Agency to adopt rules estab- Competitive bidding currently in place. The purpose would lishing a program to identify and cal 0 (I. Anderson, Solberg) be to provide alternative financing evaluate toxic air contaminants and to (Local Government and Metropolitan Affairs) would amend the uniform methods and sources to assist munici- set priorities for regulating emissions municipal contracting law to allow palities, including cities, in financing of toxic air contaminants by January 1, municipalities to award a contract to energy conservation investments. The 1994. The agency would need to set the Minnesota -based bidder whose bid financing arrangement between the further health -based standards and is n more than 10 percen hig than o � Pe state and local units of government time frames to evaluate impacts. The the lowest bid and is the lowest bid would be much more flexible. The bill bill would clarify that municipalities from a Minnesota -based bidder. JJ would set procedures and policies to may attend, serve, and respond to enable municipalities to borrow hazardous waste releases outside the Initiative and referendum sufficient funds on an independent or limits of the city either within or H.F.766 (Sviggum, Lindner, joint basis to accomplish energy outside the state of Minnesota. JJ M.Olson, Worke, Ness) (Rules and conservation investments. This Legislative Administration) would legislation would provide flexible Combined sewer overflow program propose an amendment to the Minne - programs to encourage local govern- expansion sota Constitution that would allow ment investment in energy conserves S.F.636 (Murphy, Wiener, Morse) public initiative and referendum lion. JJ (Environment and Natural Resources) rovisions in man home filar to sim Y P would modify eligibility for the state rule charters. The question would go Environment combined sewer overflow financial on g the 1994 general election ballot. Aquatic management areas assistance program to include areas of Initiative and referendum would above not only r i River, i i Mi e Mississippi y petitions in each H.F.776 (Stanius, Munger, Battaglia, th require pe congressional Holsten) (Environment and Natural the St. Croix, but down to the Missis- district by at least five percent of those Resources) would authorize the sippi River's confluence with Wells voting in the last general election. JJ commissioner of natural resources to Creek. Most notably, the bill would establish aquatic management areas to add Hastings to the list of communities Ambulance service areas protect wetland areas that are donated eligible for state financial assistance H.F.804 (Cooper, Girard,'ILnheim, to the department of natural resources. for combined sewer overflow. JJ Krueger, Haukoos) (Health and Human JJ Services) would remove requests to *Wetland conservation change the primary service areas of Fluorescent lamps recycling S.F.707 (Dille, Lessard, Stumpf, ambulance services from the contested H.F.796 (Stanius, Holsten, Swenson) Finn, Pariseau) (Environment and case hearing process. The exemption (Environment and Natural Resources) Natura would l Resources would amend the f 1 only if the change o would require that when a fluorescent wetlands conservation act to equalize primary sernce is based on a need to lamp containing mercury is removed replacement ratio for agricultural and improve coverage, to improve coordi- from service in a state -owned or rented non - agricultural land at the same one nation with 911 emergency dispatch- building, the commissioner of admin- acre for one acre level (current law ing, or to improve efficiency of istration must ensure that the lamp is requires a 2:1 ratio for urban prop- operations. JJ recycled if recycling facilities are erty). It would extend the interim available in the state. JJ program until December 31. Currently Department of environmental the permanent rules take effect July I. management, abolishing DNR Toxic emissions regulation JJ H.F.890 (Stanius) (Environment and H.F.892 (Munger, Sekhon, Natural Resources) would implement ` Wagenius, Weaver, Orfield) (Environ- Gaming recommendations of the governor's ment and Natural Resources) would Dice and dice cups in bars Commission on Reform an d Effi- impose additional requirements to S.F.679 (Bertram) (Commerce and ciency to establish a department of control the discharge of toxic pollut- Consumer Protection) would allow environmental management. The ants. Toxic air contaminants or air dice and dice cups on premises department would have four divisions: pollutants would be those which may licensed to sell liquor, but only for conservation, environmental protec- cause or contribute to an increase in exclusive use by patrons of the tion, enforcement, and administration. mortality or an increase in a chronic or licensed establishment for determining The bill would transfer to the new an acute illness or which may pose a payment for alcoholic beverages, food, department the powers and duties of present or potential hazard to human or other items lawfully sold on the the Department of Natural Resources, health or the integrity of aquatic or licensed premises. JJ the Board of Water and Soil Re- B2 LMC Cities Bulletin Bill summaries continued sources, and the division of water would exempt tax increment financing the current housing make -up of cities, quality in the Pollution Control housing districts from LGAMACA aid and review these elements annually. Agency. The Office of Waste Manage - penalties. The authority authorizing Cities out of compliance with the Met ment duties would go to the Pollution the district could identify a minimum Council rules would not be eligible for Control Agency. Water well, safe market value in the initial district LGA, equalization aid, or HACA; drinking water, wellhead protection, agreement and specify timing of the could not get approval for new and water supply monitoring, and first increment. The authority would highway projects; and could not health assessment programs of the need to notify the respective county change their urban service area Department of Health would go to the commissioners representing areas of boundaries. SH new Department of Environmental new housing districts. The bill would Management, as would the wastewater allow pooling among housing districts. Tax- exempt status of metro regional treatment grant and loan program and SH park property outdoor recreation grants currently in S.F.726 (Mondale, Flynn, Pappas) the Department of Trade and Eco- Metropolitan (Metropolitan and Local Government) nomic Development. Generally, the Metropolitan Council enterprise would exempt from taxes any real transition to the new agency would be property owned, leased, controlled, or effective July 1, 1994. JJ zone program S.R479 (Mondale, Pappas, Flynn, used for metropolitan area regional Novak Runbeck recreation open ace. However , the e and � sp *County prosecution in cities under ) ( Jobs E n properties would be subject to special 1,000 Community Development) would assessments for local improvements in S.F.709 (Bertram, Adkins) (Crime create a Metropolitan Council program amounts proportionate to the special Prevention) would allow a city with a of urban enterprise zones. Such areas benefit the property receives. No population of 1,000 or less to give the would qualify based high pen possible use of the property in any duty to prosecute petty misdemeanors values and/or rates, declines in property manner different from its use as part of and misdemeanors to its city attorney values d/or personal income, and vacant or abandoned commercial the regional recreation open space or, by resolution of the city council, property. The bill would restrict the system could be considered at the time give the duty to the county attorney. JJ use of tax increment financing MF) in of making the special assessment. The cities unless they have been certified assessments would be subject to final Office of strategic and long -range in compliance with a "comprehensive confirmation by the Metropolitan planning— abolishment Council whose determination of bill, S.F529) S.F.745 (Riveness, Metzen, choice .529. housing allotment „ ( The bill would allow see next benefits conferred would be conclu- Kroening, Wiener, Moe) ( Governmen- income tax credits. It would also limit sive. JJ tal Operations and Reform) would the total number of these zones. This abolish the Office of Strategic and program would affect only Anoka, Metropolitan Council to study Long -Range Planning (formerly state library systems planning) and transfer most of its Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott S.F.787 (Kelly, Runbeck) (Metro- duties and personnel to the Depart- , and Washington counties. SH politan and Local Government) would ment of Administration, and a few to require the Metropolitan Council to the Pollution Control Agency. The bill Comprehensive choice housing Program study and report to the Legislature by would allow the commissioner of S November 1, 1993, existing public and administration to appoint a state ntz, (Novak, Met Kelly) (Metropo lit lit n Run beck, private libraries, identify proposed demographer and specifies duties for Local an Government) would create a library construction and identify Local the state demographer. JJ new Metropolitan Council cent ifica- present and future roles of libraries and library systems in the metropolitan Y Y Po Tanning facilities regulation lion program to guide housing Bevel- opment in the metropolitan urban area. The bill requries the study to S.F.751 (Pappas, Luther, Solon, service area and freestanding growth encompass all public and private Larson) (Commerce and Consumer centers libraries including, but not limited to Protection) would regulate tanning the counties of Anoka, city, county, and state libraries; public facilities and authorize local units of Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington. and private school libraries; and public government, including cities, to and private college, university, and license and regulate these facilities. JJ The bill would guarantee that a fair other post - secondary institution share of affordable single and multi- family housing is available for all libraries. The study would have to Housing nclude recommendations and propose g income levels in all cities in the metro TIF housing district changes area. The Met Council would establish legislation for alternative models of library organization, governance, and H.F.855 (Jefferson, Carruthers, rules and objectives, analyze existing funding JJ Morrison, Dawkins, Dauner) (Taxes) housing and projected need, determine March 12,1993 B3 Bill summaries continued Pensions The League opposes this bill. Any benefits for which the employee has Volunteer ambulance service excess pension reserves should be used applied, or when the employee is longevity award incentive program to reduce contribution rates especially eligible for employer -paid health H.K7 (Cooper) (Governmental at a time when the state and local units insurance from a new employer. Operations and Gambling) would of government are facing fiscal Unilateral implementation of the plan establish a statewide funded benefit shortfalls. SGP by a public employer would not be an program which the Department of Early retirement incentive unfair labor practice. SGP health and the legislative commission nt H.F.744 (R. Johnson, Welle, Jeffer- PERA veteran's purchase of prior II � on pen and retireme would � son, Knickerbocker, Rukavina) service operate with a general fund appropria- tion of $1.56 million per year. The (Governmental Operations and S.F.520 (Solon) (Governmental longevity award program would be Gambling) would provide employer- Operations and Reform) would similar to a defined contribution plan. Paid hospital, medical, and dental eliminate the requirement for a veteran The bill would allocate the state benefits to those retiring between the returning to public service after appropriations among eligible volun- age of 55 and 65 with 25 years of military service to make contributions teer ambulance attendants and related combined service credit in any to the pension program within five Minnesota f the f discharge from the personnel with the award payable to a public pension plan other ears o e date o pub c pens o p e y hang than a volunteer firefighter ghte r lan if the military service in order to et pension maximum of 400 of the longest - a P g serving volunteer ambulance t- employee has at least as many months coverage for that period. SGP dants who have attained at least age of service with the current employer as 50, have at least five years of ambu- the number of months younger than Coordinated PERA survivor benefit lance, and have applied for the award. age 65 the person is at the time of increase The program is subject to subsequent retirement and retires on or after July S.F.545 (Morse) (Governmental legislative modification. SGP 1, 1993, and before October 1, 1993. Operations) would, for purposes of The governing body of a city, survivor benefit eligibility, define Minneapolis employees retirement count, or school district or other child as one who has not yet reached fund professional management political subdivisions of the state the age of 20 and is dependent for H.F.441 (Kahn, R. Johnson, Knicker- would need to provide employer -paid more than one -half of support from the bucker, Reding, Greiling) (Govern- hospital, medical, and dental benefits PERA member. Survivors, including mental Operations and Gambling) for those early retirees if they are either spouses or dependent children would require the Minneapolis eligible for employer -paid insurance on a proportionate basis, would be employees retirement fund (MERF) to under collective bargaining agree- eligible to receive a 100 percent joint use only independent professional ments or personnel plans in effect and survivor annuity based on the age investment or property management while they were working. The early of the member, and subject to the full firms for investment and management. retirement plan is optional with local early retirement reduction if the The bill would limit the MERF board's units of government. former member was under age 55, and function to setting investments policy During the biennium ending June one -half of the early retirement and structure, monitoring perfor- 30, 1995, a city may not hire a reduction factor from age 55 to the age mance, and apportioning assets among replacement for a person who retires payments begin. managers. It would require payment under this subdivision except under A surviving spouse or, if none, a of actuarial present value of any position - specific action of the govern- dependent child or children may select benefit increase in order to receive mg body of the employing unit. an optional annuity for a term certain credit for prior service with any of the The retiring employee would be of five, 10, 15, or 20 years, but public entities participating in IvMRF. eligible for single and dependent monthly payments could not exceed 75 The bill would change the date for coverages and the same employer percent of the average high -five financial reporting. SGP payments the person was entitled to monthly salary of the deceased immediately before retirement subject member. If the payment goes to a PERA police and fire benefit to changes in collective bargaining or dependent child or children under age increase personnel plans. The retired employee 15, payment of the monthly term - H.R570 (Reding, Kahn, Knicker- would not be eligible for employer- certain begins with the date of the bocker, R. Johnson, Greiling) (Govern- Paid life insurance. Eligibility for the members death and continues until the mental Operations) would increase the health, medical, and dental coverage dependent child reaches age 20. If the than 1 would cease when the employee attains dependent child is older 5 at the pennon multiplier from the current 2 P Yce Pe 1/2 percent per year of service to 2.65 the age of 65, when the employee date of the member's death, the percent per year of service. chooses not to receive the retirement annuity payments must continue for B4 LMC Cities Bulletin Bill summaries continued five years. The monthly term - certain politan and Local Government). See specifically allow arbitration of this annuity must be actuarially equivalent page 6 for bill summary). JJ issue by essential employees. JJ to 100 percent optional annuity. If a survivor elects a term- certain Regional bargaining for school Public safety annuity and dies before the expiration districts Parking violations: Citizen enforce - of the specified term - certain period, H.F.856 (Kelso, Greiling, Weaver, ment the survivors estate must receive in a Hugoson, Cooper) (Education) is H.F.874 (Seagren, Neary, Greiling, lump sum, the value of the remaining significant legislation that could have Ply, Opatz) (Transportation and annuity payments. SGP implications for other public employ- Transit) would allow cities of second ers in the state. It would require class to establish by ordinance pro- Volunteer firefighter relief associa- school boards to form regional gas for citizen volunteers to issue tion corporate registration bargaining units or boards, comprising citations to parking violators. Cities of S.F.587 (Larson, Morse, Stevens, districts representing 6,500 to 10,000 the first class already have this Neuville, Lesewski) (Governmental enrolled pupils. These boards become authority. JJ Operations and Reform) would provide the public employers for the purposes that a volunteer firefighter relief of PELRA and other negotiation and assocation's timely filing of the compensation laws. The regional Special laws required annual financial report and boards would replace the independent Cambrigde: Loan forgiveness audit, or annual financial statement contracting authority of local school H.R781 (Lasley) (Environment and constitutes compliance with corporate boards and would perhaps modify Natural Resources) would forgive a registration requirements to the exclusive representatives of school part of a water pollution control loan secretary of state. SGP employees. JJ for the city's wastewater treatment plant in recognition that the additional PERA police and fire coverage for Workers compensation supplemen- cost of the plant was attributable to the local government peace officers tary benefits state requirement that the city comply serving as MTC transit police S.F.628 (Hottinger, Sams, Dean with more stringent discharge stan- S.F.619 (Olson) (Governmental Johnson, Stumpf, Langseth) (Jobs, dards because the receiving body of Operations & Reform) would extend Energy and Community Development) waief is designated as a scenic river. PERA coverage to off -duty peace would eliminate paying permanent JJ officers the Metropolitan Transit partial benefits in lump sum amounts, Commission employs as transit police and would instead require payment at Apple Valley: Liquor license to and would require contributions from the same intervals as temporary total Minnesota Zoo salary and from the MTC. SGP payments. The bill would make S.F.728 (Knutson, Metzen, Pariseau, several other positive amendments to Wiener, Solon) (Commerce and Personnel the workers compensation system, Consumer Protection) would authorize Law enforcement radar operation including setting the minimum the city of Apple Valley to issue one or HY 801 (Marian, Osthoff, Rhodes) permanent total disability weekly more on -sale intoxicating liquor � (Transportation and Transit) would compensation tion at 65 percent of the licenses to the Minnesota Zoo or to an require law enforcement agencies that statewide average weekly wage, and entity holding a concessions contract eliminating from permanent total with the Minnesota zoo board. The use hand -held radar ants to establish liquor operating procedures to reduce the disability, disability ratings under 15 bill would authorize li q sales on all percent of the whole body. The bill days of the week, except where operator's exposure to microwave radiation. The bill would require, at a would eliminate supplementary inconsistent with other state laws. The minimum, that the operator turn the benefits. JJ bill would require local approval. JJ unit off when it is not in use, use the standby ode ex when Mandatory binding arbitration for S legislat en measurin y in P g g a vehicle's speed, not allow the antenna retiree group insurance coverage Duluth: HRA levy authority to rest against the operator's body S.F.629 (Riveness, Luther, Hottinger, S.R489 (Doug Johnson) (Metropoli- while it is in position, and always point Metzen) (Governmental Operations tan and Local Government) would the antenna unit away from the and Reform) would change an existing remove the special statutory limit on operator and any other person in close provision in PELRA that says failure the authorized levy for the city's proximity to the unit. JJ to reach agreement on the employer's housing and redevelopment authority payment of, or contributions toward, (HRA). The bill would also require this Local government premiums for group insurance cover- levy to be considered and recorded as S.F. 580 (Reichgott, Wiener, age of retired employees is not subject separate from the city's levy (affecting Terwilliger, Janezich, Metzen) (Metro- to interest arbitration. The bill would March 12,1993 B5 Bill summaries continued "truth in taxation" reporting and any in excess of $100,000. Companion would create the board of local future limits on the city's levy author- S.F.786 (Finn). GC government innovation and coopera ity). SH tion that could provide local govern - Voter approval of tax increases mental units with waivers of state rules Taxes H.F.917 (Smith, M. Olson, Onnen) and laws that are demonstrated to be Business education tax (Rules and Administration) proposes a obstructions to cooperation and H.F.705 (K. Olson, E. Olson, constitutional amendment that would consolidation of services. The board Tlmheim, Vellenga) (Education) would require voter approval of any law that would also have the authority to increase the state share of K -12 would increase the rate of a tax or provide planning, technical assistance, education financing by creating a expand the tax base. The bill would and start-up grants and aid to encour- state- imposed business education require the approval by at least 60 age local cooperative efforts. GC property tax and shifting state aid and Percent of those voting. GC property tax relief payments to Voting rights for cabin owners schools. The business education Property tax reform proposal S.F.766 (Terwilliger, Belanger, D. D. Property tax would tax 40 percent of H.F.921 (Neary, Kelley, Simoneau, Benson) (Elections and Campaign all commercial and industrial property fin, Ostoff) (Taxes) would make Reform) proposes a constitutional throughout the state. Local units of major changes in the current local amendment that would allow recre- government would no longer have the government finance system. This bill ational property owners to vote on ability to tax this portion of their local contains many of the features of the bonding and property tax questions. tax base. However, the bill would Minnesota Taxpayers Association GC decrease the school basic education Property tax proposal. The bill would modify property class rates, reduce levy by 55 percent. Aid to cities and Transportation townships would decrease by an LGA and HACA, expand the Gas tax increase, MVET for transit amount equal to 5.5 percent of their homeowner and renter circuit breaker S.R794 (Chmielewski, Hanson, adjusted tax base while aid to counties programs, extend property tax growth Langseth, Belanger) (Transportation would decrease by 8.5 percent of their to market values, impose a city service and Public Transit) would increase the adjusted tax base. In conjunction with charge for basic services on tax J J gas tax to 25 cents (now 20 cents) the business education ro exempt property, and eliminate the gig y Beginning P l�rtY �, liit be ' Jul 1 1993. the bill would eliminate the metropoli- local government trust fund. We will March 31, 1994 the tax would be tan fiscal disparities program. The bill eight this bill in an upcoming based on the consumer price index and would also impact new and existing edition of the Bulletin. GC changes in the volume of fuel sales. TIF districts by reducing the captured The bill would place a one percent tax capacity b 40 percent. GC Property tax terminology ceP Y Y Pe transportation tax on the sale of motor S.F.706 (Olson, Krentz, Larson) vehicles which would go to a surface New commercial seasonal recre- (Taxes and Tax Laws) would direct the transportation fund. This fund could ational property classification revisor of statutes to change all be used for licensing activities, the H.F750 (Hasskamp, Wenzel, references to net tax capacity to state patrol, railroad grade crossings, Kinkel) (Taxes) would create a new assessed valuation and tax capacity highway safety, trunk highways, classification for commercial seasonal rate to mill rate. All property class county state -aid roads, municipal recreational facilities open for business rates would increase by a factor of 10 state -aid roads, and planning and only etween Memorial Da and (i.e. home value under $72,000 would Y Y have a class rate of 10 percent instead capital needs for transit. The bill Labor Day. The class rate that would would change the statutory definintion apply to that property would be the of the current 1.0 percent). Compan- of roads and highways to include lowest commercial/industrial class rate ion H.F.756 (Ness). GC rights -of -way and related facilities. effective for that year For taxes The increased gas tax, above the payable in 1994 and thereafter, the rate Board of local government innova- existing level, could fund trunk would be 3.0 percent. Currently, this tion and cooperation highway projects which include certain 1 Property would be assessed at 3.0 S.R734 (Reichgott, Hottinger, Moe, public transit facilities. The bill percent on the first $100,000 of Doug Johnson, and D. D. Benson) includes League- supported changes to market value and 4.7 percent on value (Metropolitan and Local Government) the municipal state aid (MSA) system. SH B6 LMC Cities Bulletin Bill status Annexation Judicial legislating repealed Elections for certain annexations H.E154 (Skoglund) No action taken. H.E228 (C. Brawn) No action taken. S.F.105 (Spear) No action taken. S.R138 (Vickerman) No action taken. Tort liability limits for MTC Repeal of 1992 annexation amendments H.E200 (Orenstien) No action taken. H.E512 (Ozment) No action taken. S.E147 (Cohen) No action taken. S.E143 (Pariseau) No action taken. Booking photographs: Public data Annexation statute changes H.F.206 (Pugh) No action taken. H.E731 (Pugh) No action taken. S.E183 (Knutson) No action taken. S.E365 (Hottinger) No action taken. Child seat belt law fine increase Composition of Municipal Board H.F.477 (Carlson) No action taken. H.F.849 (Osthoff) No action taken. S.E76 (Pappas) No action taken. S.F.364 (Hottinger) No action taken. Domestic child abuse plans Annexation proceedings H.F.549 (Ozment) No action taken. H.E850 (Osthotf) No action taken. No Senate companion. S.F.363 (Kelly) No action taken. Possession of a gun or dangerous weapon in a school zone a felony Courts and crime H.R559 (Bauerly) No action taken. Statute of limitations for out -of -state defendants S.F.556 (Kelly) No action taken ILE39 (Bergson) No action taken. S.F.67 (Ranum) No action taken Felony level offense for repeat fifth degree assault H.R605 (Pugh) No action taken. State grants for community-based children and youth pro- S.E 175 (Wiener) No action taken. grams H.E52 (A. Johnson) No action taken. Employees and public employers may appeal civil service S.E92 (J. Johnson) No action taken. commission decisions H.F.655 (Orenstein) No action taken Local forfeiture ordinances S.E741 (Cohen) No action taken. H.E72 (Jefferson) No action taken No Senate companion. Crime victim rights H.E698 (Blatz) No action taken. Solicitation of mentally impaired persons to commit crimes S.F.459 (Janezich) No action taken. H.E78 (Blatz) No action taken. S.E 177 (Merriam) Passed Crime Prevention Committee Recodification of conciliation court statutes and increased jurisdiction DWI Limit to .08 blood alcohol concentration (BAC) S.F.107 (Kelly) No action taken. H.F.98 (Leppik) No action taken. No House companion. No Senate companion. Immunity from certain lawsuits *Stalking crimes S.F.584 (Mondale) No action taken. H.F.100 (Blatz) No action taken. No House companion S.E129 (McGowan) No action taken. Development Reckless discharge of firearms in residential areas URAP funding for FY 1994 and 1995 H.E143 (Orenstien) No action taken. H.R161 (Trimble) No action taken. S.E125 (Kelly) No action taken. SX69 (Metzen) No action taken. Alcoholic consumption by minors— prosecution Regional DTED offices H.E153 (Pawlenty) No action taken. HY197 (Jaros) No action taken. S.E275 (Knutson) Recommended to pass S.F.315 (J. Johnson) No action taken. March 12, 1993 Status 1 Elections Changing the composition of the MPCA technical advisory Ethical practices- public employees, public and local officials committee H.E75 (Sviggum) No action taken. H.E108 (McCollum) No action taken. S.F.24 (Marty) No action taken. S.F.96 (Riveness) No action taken. Public campaign financing; PAC contributions, equal access to Town roads exempt from the wetlands conservation act media H.E173 (Sparby) No action taken. H.E93 (Janos) No action taken. S.F.171 (Bertram) 'No action taken. S.E351 (Anderson) No action taken. Attorney fees and costs to prevailing party under the Minne - Additional day for school levy referendum sota environmental rights act � H.E123 (Ness) No action taken. H.E462 (Orfield) No action taken. S.E279 (Dille) No action taken. S.E121 (Chandler) No action taken. Elections, mail balloting Vetrofund modifications H E201 (Tunheim) Passed General Legislation Committee. H.F.514 (Sparby) No action taken. S.F.189 (Stumpf) Rereferred to Ethics and No Senate companion. Campaign Reform Committee. Eurasian water milfoil program Campaign finance reform H.E685 (Jennings) No action taken. H.F205 (Molnau) No action taken. No Senate companion. No Senate companion. Drainage system proceedings and changed conditions Mailing requirements for school district referendum notices H.E686 QUinzing) No action taken. H.F.381 (Bauerly) No Senate companion. No Sentate companion. Industrial Waste Management Secretary of state housekeeping bill H.E694 (Ozment) No action taken. H.E509 (Delmont) No action taken. No Senate companion. S.F.567 (Marty) On General Orders. Water use conservation measures Automatic recount requirements H.E704 (Trimble) Rereferred to Local Government H.F.S l b (Opatz) No action taken. and Metropolitan Affairs Committee. S.F.270 (Cohen) On General Orders. S.E697 (Price) No action taken. I Elects n campaign reform Environmental agency merger (Marty) No action taken. S.E 1 (Pogemiller) No action taken. No House companion. No House companion. Employment - Finance and taxation Superintendents and principals at will positions in school districts Constitutional amendment on local government trust fund S.F.391 (Flynn) No action taken. H.E32 (Bettermann) No action taken. No House companion. S.E16 (Larson) No action taken. Property tax changes affecting agricultural property and Environment various school aid changes Retroactive sales tax decrease for city solid waste charges H.F41 (Cooper) No action taken. H.F.36 (I. Anderson) No action taken. S.F55 (Beckman) No action taken. , SX652 (Lessard) No action taken. League LGA proposal *SCOPE/packaging reducation Initiatives H.F.48 (Ostrom) No action taken.` H.F.65 (Munger) No action taken. S.F.78 (Hottinger) Passed Metropolitan and Local No Senate companion. Government Committee. State, cities, and other governments to pay county solid waste Sales tai exemption for certain local government purchases fees H.F76 (R. Johnson) No action taken. H.F91 t in e< No action ta S.F.71 Finn laic (W ) en. ( Finn) No action en S.E14 (Vickerman) No action taken. Limit on repurchase price for tax forfeited land H.F.108 (Jacobs) No action taken. No Senate companion. Status 2 LMC Cities Bulletin i Taconite homestead credit extension Homestead property verification H.F.140 (Murphy) No action taken. H.F.505 (Krueger) No action taken. No Senate companion. No Senate companion. Distribution of penalties and interest on delinquent property Sales tax on local government purchases taxes H.E660 (C.Brown) No action taken. i H.F150 (Winter) No action taken. No Senate companion. S.F.132 (Bertram) No action taken. Sales tax exemption for county capital improvement costs e Governor's Capital Improvement Bonding S.E423 (Johnston) No action taken. H.F218 (Stanius) No action taken. No House companion. S.Ei82 (D.E. Johnson) No action taken. County sales tax exemption Assessment and classification of agricultural property S.F.558 (Fredrickson) No action taken. H.F.265 (Cooper) No action taken. No House companion. S.F.627 (Beckman) No action taken. Tax exemption for edlerly and low- to-moderate income Credit cards for paying county taxes housing H.F293 (Beard) No action taken. S.F.591 (Pappas) No action taken. S.E254 (Price) No action taken. No House companion. Liquor sales tax increase Gambling H.F.313 (Kinkel) No action taken. Lawful purpose definition S.F278 (Finn) No action taken. H.F.58 (Pugh) No action taken. 1994 -95 State Government Appropriations S.F.3 (Metzen) No action taken. H.F.326 (Haukoos) No action taken. Video lottery machines in liquor establishments S.El68 (Frederickson) No action taken. H.E122 (Bertram) Rereferred to Governmental Operations and Gambling Governor's Transportation and Seml-State Appropriations Committee. H.F.328 (Frerichs) Rereferred to Commerce and S F 164 (Bertram) No action taken Economic Development Committee. Township association technical bill S.F.188 (Runbeck) No action taken. H.F.151 (Cooper) No action taken. 3 Sales tax exemption for libraries S.F.99 (Janezich) On General Orders. H.E369 (Qagenius) No action taken. Charitable gaming control board legislative proposals S.F228 (Reichgott) No action taken. H.F.321 (Kahn) No action taken. S.E103 (Berg) Rereferred to Taxes and Tax Laws Tax technical corrections Committee. H.E427 (Winter) Recommended to pass Rereferred to Ways and Authorizing the use of pull-tab dispensing devices Means Committee. S.F.104 (Berg) No action taken S.F.585 (Pappas) No action taken. No House companion. Legislative budget office Gambling tax H.F.432 (Bishop) No action taken. S.F.571 (Berg) Rereferred to Gaming Regulation No Seante companion. Committee. Levy limit technical corrections No House companion. H.F.443 (E. Olson) No action taken. � 5.F.607 (Flynn) No action taken General government Minnesota youth works act Aids and grants for cooperation and combination of local H.F.2 (Dawkins) No action taken. services S.F100 (Marty) No action taken. S.F.74 (Reichgott) No action taken. No House companion. Licensing data on marketing lists H.F68 (Morrison) No action taken.. Governor's Education Appropriations and Priorties S.E307 (Knutson) No action taken. S.F.185 (Olson) No action taken. No House companion. Regional public library districts H.E99 (Lasley) No action taken. S.F.124 (Stumpf) No action taken. March 12,1993 Status 3 1 Rewards for arrest Information Faribault: Civil service exemption H.E461 (Jefferson) No action taken. H.E812 (Rodosevich) No action taken. S.F.581 (Ranum) No action taken. SX485 (Neuville) No action taken: Studded tires on emergency vehicles St. Paul: Residency requirements H.F.561 (Solberg) No action taken. H.E881 (Trimble) No action taken. S.F.572 (Lessard) No action taken. S.F309 (Kelly) No action taken, It Metro area local government pre- emption of firearm regula- Appropriation to Inver Grove Heights for Erstad investigation tions S.F.72 (Metzen) No action taken. H.E681 (Wagenius) No action taken. No House companion. No Senate companion. Minneapolis: Expenditures for special service district Asbestos abatement standards and S.R302 (Pogemiller) Rereferred to Taxes and Tax Law licensing requirements Committee' H.E726 (Orfield) No action taken. No House companion. SY502 (Mondale) Recommended to pass - Rereferred to Judiciary Transportation Committee. Bonding for bridge construction and reconstruction H.E5 (Lieder) No action taken. Municipal tobacco regulation S.F.26 (Langseth) No action taken. H.F.791 (Evans) No action taken. S.E341 (Marty) No action taken. Funding for town bridge replacement H.F.43 (Kinkel) No action taken. Minnesota advisory council on fire protection systems S.F773 (Sams) No action taken. .888 vans _ H.F ) No action taken. S.E361 (Murphy) No action taken. Retail sales tax on gasoline H.R324 (Garcia) No action taken. State fire marshal arson bill S.F I87 (Pappas) No action taken. S.E65 (Novak) No action taken. No Ilouse companion. Light rail transit -MnDOT authority, Met Council review H.E403 (Simoneau) No action taken. _ Lead abatement programs S.E414 (Flynn) No action taken. S.E613 (Berglin) No action taken. No House companion. State resolution of disputes involving pedestrian- bicycle trails over railroad tracks Special legislation H.E560 (Asch) No action taken. Stearns County: special liquor license authority S,E404 (Runbeck) No action taken. H.E28 (Bertram) No action taken. S.E8 (Bertram) No action taken. Gas tax increase, indexing, and MSA changes H.R903 (Tunhe m) No action taken. Eveleth police and fire retirement benefit increase S.E51 (Langseth) No action taken. H.E55 (Rikavina) No action taken. S.E86 (Janezich) No action taken. Bloomington Ferry Bridge funding S.F.7 (Vickerman) No action taken. Stillwater: Exemption from lodging tax for downtown No House companion. commercial property H.E63 (Holsten) No action taken. Expenditures from CSAH municipal account S.E27 (Laidig) No action taken. S.E397 (McGowan) No action taken. No House companion. } Residency requirement for Minneapolis H.E74 (Jefferson) Progressed 3- 22 -93. Zoning S.F.524 (Flynn) No action taken. Zoning and Metropolitan Council amendments H.F.19 (Carruthers) No action taken. Ramsey County: Criminal prosecution consolidation S.E21 (Mondale) No action taken. 11.1'.458 (Farrel) No action taken. 8.1 ?322 (Kelly) No action taken. Ownership of consultant products l {.l?301 (t)avids) No action taken.. St. Paul: Property tax advisory committee S1149 (D. Benson) On General Orders• - H.E713 (Orenstein) No action taken. S.E586 (Pappas) No action taken. Status 6 LMC Cities Bulletin Federal update Cities identify priorities for economic recovery Ann Higgins nity Development Block Grants. $2.5 billion for CDBG, $4.1 billion for Minnesota entitlement cities and urban transportation, along with the waste- After meetings in Washington, counties could receive an additional water loan funding, and $ I billion for D.C. this week, Minnesota city $26.5 million; the Small Cities CDBG the summer youth employment officials are optimistic that deficit program would receive $14.5 million program. reduction and economic recovery will in added funding. Let your congressional members lead to long -term growth for the * $4.16 billion for highway, know that action is needed on the country. public transportation and airport budget and stimulus package before Minnesota city officials, including projects that are ready to go. Minne- the spring recess in early April. The NLC President Don Fraser, mayor, sota could receive $63.4 in added January 8 issue of the Bulletin lists the Minneapolis, joined colleagues distribution of highway and public office and phone numbers of the throughout the nation to support transportation stimulus funds. Minnesota Congressional Delegation. President Clinton's budget and * $845 million for wastewater economic recovery plan to make cities treatment state revolving loan funds once again "the cornerstones of along with a waiver in state matching Annexation bills America." requirements. heard lri Some in Congress have questioned * $1 billion for summer youth the importance of this issue because employment. The job training partner- subcommittee they haven't heard from city officials. ship act (JTPA) program would provide The League urges cities to contact $22.2 million for 15,100 summer jobs On Monday, March 8, the both House and Senate members in for eligible youth, ages 16-21, in the Senate Subcommittee on Intergov- Congress to support the economic state. According to the U.S. Depart- ernmental Relations heard three recovery plan to help cities address ment of Labor, there are an estimated bills relating to annexation. One critical priorities. 56,262 teens and young adults in was a town bill, sponsored by Information you should give them Minnesota who are economically Senator Pat Pariseau, IR- includes numbers of jobs and long - disadvantaged. Farmington (S.F. 143). The other term benefits to your city, the impor- * Permanent extension of city two were bills from a city perspec- tance of immediate action because of authority to issue tax- exempt mortgage tive by Senator John Hottinger, the impact on local budgets and revenue bonds and small issue indus- DFL- Mankato (S.R364 and 365), planning, and the difficulties we face trial development bonds, and provide who also is chair of the subcom- here because of our short construction low - income housing tax credits, and mittee. semen• target jobs tax credits to help create While no vote was taken, the For three days during the National affordable housing and jobs for low- testimony was important, and in League of Cities conference, city income families and individuals. some cases shocking. Several officials took part in workshops and * Authority for distressed cities to representatives from towns stated general sessions to hear from cabinet issue special economic development that they do not support existing officials, members of Congress, and bonds subject only to 50 percent of the state policies which attempt to President Clinton about efforts to state private activity volume cap for limit urban type land uses to restart local economies. City officials tax - exempt bonds. incorporated areas. Their dis- talked with federal lawmakers about * $26 billion expansion of the agreement with this longstanding the need for an increased federal role earned income tax credit to raise state policy is not shocking. But to help cities reverse policies that incomes of working families in many township officers admitted neglected cities, individuals, and poverty. they have been intentionally taking families. Congress is acting on the 1994 action for more than 20 years The stimulus package President budget resolution and hopes to pass it which directly violate state law — Clinton proposed to Congress would by April 2. Action on the economic and that they plan to continue. provide additional funding for current stimulus package will then get Further hearings on this issue I programs with short and long -term underway. The House Appropriations will be held. JJ benefits for cities. Committee has already adopted the * $2.5 billion in current Commu- short-term stimulus package including March 12, 1993 Page 9 Municipal ads Municipal ads are printed at no charge to member cltles.Ads run V one Issue only unless notice in accounting, finance, or related field; a Is received to run a second Uwe. The Cities Bulletin is bushed wee du minimum of three ears Par during the progressively legislative W!' 8 Y ProBr � Y session and once a month during the interim, the time between sessions. Municipal ads will responsible experience in local government appear In the WU available Cities Bulletin. Cities have the right to reject any or all bids on financial management; and two years equipment or proposals, and to waive any informalities the Minnesota cities are equal supervision with emphasis in areas of opportunity employers. financial reporting and budgeting. Experience must include production of a complex financial document and invest- Positions capacity. Salary range is $53,380 to ment of funds. Starting date for the ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN The $59,312, DOQ. Applications must be position is June 14, 1993. Salary range is City of Inver Grove Heights is accepting received by 4:30 p.m., April 7, 1993. For $37,644 to $52,283. Starting salary DOQ. applications for an application contact Daniel Wells, City Excellent PP an administrative ' ty en benefits. For required a lica- intern. It PP is an intern position designed to afford of Champlin, l 1955 Champlin Drive, tion call 427 -1410 or 427 -8591 TDD. graduate and undergraduate students in Champlin, MN 55316, (612) 421 -8100. Submit application and resume to Kay public administration, or related fields, an AA/EOE McAloney, Personnel Coordinator, 15153 opportunity to get first hand involvement COMMUNITY CENTER MAN- Nowthen Blvd., Ramsey, MN 55303. in local government. The position requires AGER. The City of Rosemount (population Application deadline is 5:00 pm. April 5, a minimum of three years of undergradu- 10,000) is accepting applications for a 1993. community center manager to be ' in public administration, �' B hired this ate stud MUNICIPAL ENGINEERING tray o Y P i n, ti spring to begin working on scheduling DEPARTMENT. related field, and actively participating in Individual to head the an undergraduate or graduate program staff Programs, and users for the city's municipal engineering department of with an accredited college or university. community center scheduled ul d t Y� experience o open in Alexandria office. Must have minimum 10 8 e Desirable training December 1993 along with a national ex includes an active a as a PE in municipal participation in a graduate program with guard armory. Responsibilities include engineering. Send resume to Widseth an accredited college or university. This is managing the operations of the community Smith Nolting, P.O. Box 765, Brainerd, a one year internship. The hours are 8:00 center which include a multi - purpose MN 56401, Attn: Susan Lommen. AA/ a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. arena, classrooms, gymnasium, banquet EOE The wage range for this position is $7.50 hall, and auditorium; recommend hiring of to $10.25 per hour. There are no fringe staff; Promote and market the various For sale benefits accorded to t hi s components of the center; oversee general position. fund and caital fund budgets; and COOLER. The City of Hancock has p Applications will be accepted until the for sale a two-door cooler. Make an offer. position is filled. maintain strong relationship with civic oar s Can be seen at the municipal liquor store CHIEF OF POLICE. The Cities of 8r P and the public. Requirements 1� q include a two year n recreation degree i in Hancock, 660 Atlantic Ave. or call 392 - Delavan and Easton through their joint 5400 for more information. Offers can be powers police board are seeking applicants facility management from a vocational program and three years experience in left at the liquor store or mailed to P.O. for the full-time position of chief of Box 68, Hancock, MN 56244-0068. Offers police. The successful applicant must have managing a similar size facility. A bachelors degree in facility management in will be considered at the city council a full-time POST license or be eligible for meeting on April 12, 1993. omp that license before April 31, 1993. The Preferred. Starting salary is $41,448 with excellent benefits. Completed city INTERNATIONAL PUMPER. The successful applicant should have good City of Hugo has for sale a 1959 Interna- human relations skills, ability to manage application and resume must be received by March 22, 1993. Application forms are tional pumper with 1,000 gallon water tank other employees, and an ability to function and 750 gpm pump. 22,200 miles. New in a small community environment. available at Rosemount City Hall, 2875 - 145th Street West, Rosemount, MN 55068, engine and tires in 1989. Sealed bids will Organization of budgets, schedules, and be taken at the Hugo City Hall, 5524 patrolling are all essential in this (612) 423-4411. Qualified females and position. minorities are encouraged to apply. EOE/ Upper 146th Street, Hugo, MN 55038 until Resumes should be sent to Todd Prafke AAE 3:00 p.m., April 12, 1993. For more For m orre e inform 7th information p lease call Wells, MN 56507 ) 97. FINANCE OFFICER. T City of information or to arrange an inspection ) For more s contact Ram is seeking a fuuwce of Ron Istvanovich, Fire Chief at 429- 553 -5004. Resume will be accepted until ficer. March 31, 1993. es Responsibilities include administering and 6366. The City of Hugo reserves the right coordinating a $5.4 million budget, to reject any or all bids. CHIEF OF POLICE. The City of SNOWPLOWS/SIGN MACHINE/55 Champlin (population 19,000) is seeking a managing a $7 million investment ng fmanc portfolio, providing information ALUMINUM SIGN BLANKS. The City of chief of police. The chief will report to the New Ulm has for sale two Wasau model city administrator. Requirements include a for management planning and decision bachelors making, and directing all financial TB -3050 11 ft. one -way discharge criminal justice, public administration degree in law enforcement, preparation o functions including the tif snowplows; one Schotchlite model 1 PH , or equivalent; a minimum often years financial statements and the overall 6000 watt, 220 volt vacuum pump type operations of the finance computer system. sign making machine; and 55 aluminum must include ex law enforcement, which Requirements include a bachelors degree sign blanks. The City ofNew Ulm reserves five years in a supervisory the right to reject or accept any or all bids. Page 10 LMC Cities Bulletin Municipal ads continued The equipment may be inspected at the Round Lake, P.O. Box 72 Round Lake Conditions will apply. Send your quote to New Ulm Public Works Facility, 2020 Mn 56167- 0072.11e city council reserves P.O. Box 68, Hancock, MN 562440068. North Broadway, New Ulm, MN 56073, the right to reject or accept any or all bids Quotes will be considered at the city Monday through Friday between 7:30 a-m. and to waive any informalities therein. council meeting on April 12, 1993. and 4:00 p.m. For more information Truck and plow can be inspected at City VAN. The City of Glenwood has for contact Lance Lundsten (507) 359 -8296. Maintenance Shop, 98 Main St., Round sale a 1983 Ford Econoline E-350 van TRUCK. The City of Round Lake has Lake, Monday through Friday between equipped with Ancra wheel -chair lift, one for sale a 1980 GMC V-8 truck, 6000 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. For more tie -dawn, and a raised ceiling. Approxi- series, 23,200 actual miles with dump information contact Roger Jacobsen at mate mileage is 113,000. Sealed bids will hoise, 15 truck bed and assembly for one (507) 845 -8127. be accepted until March 31, 1993 at 3:00 way l 1 ft. snowplow with electric VAN. The City of Hancock has for p.m. to be considered at the April 6, 1993 hydraulic pump all to be sold together as We a 1975 Dodge (step) van, 318,2 BBL, city commission meeting. Van may be one unit. Bids will be accepted until 5:00 A.T., PS, PB. 78,500 miles. Can be seen inspected by appointment through the pm. Tuesday, April 6, 1993. Bids must be upon request. For more information or to Glenwood City Hall, 137 East Minnesota, marked "bid for truck" Send to City of make an appointment call 392 -5285. Glenwood, MN 56334. (612) 634 -5433. 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League of Minnesota Cities Board of Directors PRESIDENT Larry Bakken Mayor Golden Valley Where to get legislative information at the Capitol* FIRST VICE PRESIDENT Leland Swanson Mayor Morris Copies of bills House Chief Clerk's Office - 296-2314, Rm. 211, State Capitol SECOND VICE PRESIDENT Secretary of Senate's Office - 296-2343, Rm. 231, State Capitol Bob Long Councilmember St. PMI BIB status, authors, companion, committee referral (by bill number, DUkFCTORS author, or topic) Jerry Dulgar Joy Robb House Index - 296-6646, Rm. 211, State Capitol city Manager Mayor Crystal Robbinsdale Senate Index - 296-2887, Rm. 231 State Capitol Lyle Hwaks stay Sin& Mayor Councilrnernber Weekly committee schedules, bill Introductions, and summaries of SL Lotdff Park Lakeville committee and floor action Desyl Peterson Eric Sorensen House Information Office - 296-2146, 175 State Office Building City Attorney Manager Senate Information Office - 296-0504, Rm. 231, State Capitol Minnetonka Winona Patricia Pidcock Greg Sparks Recording of the following day's committee schedule and agenda, Cbuxihmnber City A&ninistra (after 4:30 p.m.) FAA Prairie Worthington "House Call" (House committee schedule) - 296-9283 TOM Prafke auxk Winkohnan Senate Hotline (Senate committee schedule) - 296-8088 City Administrator Mayor Br—ly% Delavan, SL Ci Eaton, Miltmoota To reach a member on the House or Senate floor Lake John Ymm& Jr. House Sergeant at Arms - 296-4860 Couwftmezuber YVM P re tt ner Hawicy Senate Page Desk - 296-4159 C-anci1ractaber Dubuth To notify the governor's office of your concerns Ex OFFICIO Governor Arne Carlson - 296 -3391, Rm. 130, State Capitol Donald Fraser Mayor Mimespotig *All addresses are St. Paul, M 55155, all area codes 612 Karen Anderson Counc Milludonlu i MINNESOTA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HOUSING COMMITTEE Representative Karen Clark, Chair MARCH 8, 1993 Madam Chair and members of the committee, my name is As one measure of our efforts, a publication by the Edward Erickson and I am the Mayor of the city of New Metropolitan Council ranked cities efforts on providing Hope. I am the second Mayor in the history of New Hope, I subsidized housing in relation to their housing units. 11ne have held this position for the past 22 years. Metropolitan average is 4.7 %. New Hope's average is 5.1 %. As a comparison, the city of Minneapolis is 8.5 so you get Madam Chair and members of the committee, I want to let you some measure of where we rank. know that I am not what you would tenn a liberal, having voted for Nixon, Regan and Bush. The point I want to make Madain Chair and members of the corninittee, the demographic at the start that housing and human resource issues are neither charts that Representative Orfield has presented bring forth Dernocrat or Republican, but must be dealt with in a bi- partisan issues facing the people residing in assisted housing, and the or non - partisan manner. That is why I am here to strongly need for a "balanced growth" policy for this metropolitan area. endorse and support Representative Myron Orfield's Metropolitan Stability Legislation - H.F. #671. I have also become keenly aware of the lack of resources necessary to address the changes in my city, naively an aging Most of the housing in New Hope, which is some of the most population and housing stock, and demographic population affordable in the North Metro Area, has come during my past change. We now have to be concerned about the increased 22 years as Mayor. fi - equency of the number of emergency responses, the lack of public transportation (poor access for both elderly and families Our housing stock includes 449 units of fainily, senior and to health care, shopping, etc.). handicapped subsidized housing which includes scattered site public housing units owned and operated by the city of New We do our best to provide financial assistance with our own Hope. In the 70's, New Hope recognized that we must provide limited municipal dollars for needed social programs to afrordable housing opportunities to all people. New Hope is organizations that are already grossly underfunded such as one of the early suburban cities to become part of the PRISM, Northwest Hennepin Human Services, the District 281 Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority, which sponsored before and after school child care, etc. manages the Section 8 and Voucher Prognini. 0 0 0 And, Madam Chair and members of the committee, there is the Communities to the west and northwest have been making basic need to develop self - esteem for members of our subtle policies that have had the affect of discouraging community that need work, want to work and the opportunity a fordable housing opportunities for both young families and to succeed in our society. That will occur when we match that the elderly. These policies are very disturbing to me. desire with employment that provides a living wage and the chance to improve one's self opposed to minimum wage go The changing demographics of my cornrnunity has caused a nowhere jobs. dramatic increase in our public safety budget, at a tune when our population was leveling off. We have experienced more I have also witnessed the lack of public dollars to finance domestic abuse, medical emergencies, larceny, and dnigs. This infi astruCture - mainly trausportation wid sewer. 'Ibis has caused our police budget to increase from $14 million in disproportionate distribution has been reflected in the growth 1985 to $2.4 million in 1993. This budget increase tales and expansion of the south and west suburbs. dollars away from housing and other community needs. At the saane time, some communities have done very little to It is my belief that the societal problems that have corn about address the housing needs for the low and moderate income are due to the denial on the part of policy makers at the local, persons. state and federal level. It is their belief that the problems are not as bad as those of us in the vineyards are making them out Two neighboring communities - according to the sarne to be. When it comes to dealing with problems of housing, Metropolitan Council report referred to earlier - Plymouth has families, children, and women, we are told that we can only an estimated total of 21,311 housing units of which 250 are meet a certain percent of the problems. However, when it subsidized, which is 1.2% of their total units. Maple Grove has comes to prisons, everyone falls all over thernselves to meet an estimated 14,395 total housing units of which 54 are 100% of the need. subsidized or 0.4% of total units. New Hope comparatively, has an estimated total of 8,848 units and as I noted previously, That is why, Madam Chair and members of the committee that 449 are subsidized or 5.1% of total units. I am here to support Representative Orfield's housing bill, which is part of a series of legislation to deal with the issues I I was one of the charter mayors who helped form the North have raised. Metro Mayors Association. I and other area mayors felt that this was necessary in order to bring the North Metro I am firmly convinced that we can no longer leave the situation communities together to address mutual problems and to fight to be simply market driven, we need the governmental for our fair share of both public and private dollars to address intervention that Representative Orfield is recommending if we the changing demographics of our area. These changing are going to have a metropolitan area that has balanced growth demographics include a growing number of single mothers and fair housing "economic" opportunities for all our citizens. raising families with little resources. THANK YOU! Testimony of Joseph 1). Strauss Representing Mayor Elwyn Tinklenberg (Blaine), President, North Metro Mayors Association MINNESOTA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVLS I-IOUSING COMMITTEE Representative Karen Clarlc - Chair March 8, 1993 Madan Chair and members of the committee, for the record, For the record, the balance of my testimony will be quoted my name is Joseph Strauss, I an the Executive Director of the from Mayor Tinklenberg's prior testimony and will also reflect North Metro Mayors Association, a position that I have held the position of the North Metro Mayors Association. since 1988. "I believe the work that Mr. Orfield has done is exactly the I am speaking on behalf of the President of the Association and kind of broad based and courageous approach that is essential the Mayor of Blaine, Elwyn Tinklenberg. to creating meaningful change. I want to cormnend Mr. Orfield for his work and the dynamic opportunity it offers. Mayor "Tinklenberg is out of tOwil and has asked that I present 7]ie communities I represent have argued for a long time that the position of the North Metro Mayors Association in support there has been a growing imbalance developing in the region of Representative a - field's housing legislation - H.T. 1/671. that threatens its stability and is contrary to the goal of'orderly and economic development' which was intended to be the The North Metro Mayors Association, by resolution (see foundation of our regional planning. Often these concerns were attached), strongly supports the initiative Representative dismissed as parochial, sour grapes or just plain whining, Orfield has before this committee. Oftentimes the character and forrn of these complaints justified that kind of response. But with the weight of Mr. Orfield's new Our organization has been working very closely with data, his demographic maps and research - and the Representative Orfield for the past several months to develop, corroborating evidence of newspaper articles, such as, theStar not only this housing legislation, but a series of initiatives to Tribune series entitled End of the Boor and Lair & Politics' provide for balanced growth in the seven country metropolitan Urban Fl_ight,Snburban Bliglit Blight the threatening nature of the area. trends we've been talking about have become obvious and inescapable, and they cry out for the kind of regional and Madam Chair and members of the committee, on Ja nnay 26111, comprehensive solutions Mr. Orfield has proposed. Mayor Tinklenberg testified belbre the House Committee on Local Government and Metropolitan Affairs in support of Representative Orfield's vision for change and his proposed methods to implement this vision. 0 0 I Scipate that there will be those who will object to this effort - who will argue with our ability to really change the current trends - who will argue that we should just let market forces work - or who will argue that there isn't, in fact a significant problem and that things aren't too bad. I hope you will not give into those arguments and that you will seize this opportunity to create a healthy and hopeful strategy for the future; one that requires that in return for taking advantage of regional resources, there is a parallel need to share in regional responsibilities - one that recognizes the inescapable connection between the well being of the core cities and the suburbs - one that connects people and neighborhoods with the T resources they need to be strong and safe and productive -one premised on balance, fairness and investment in our future." Madani Chair and members of the committee, H.F. 9671 is the initial step in moving in the right direction to provide balanced growth and to address the needs of all of the people of the region, thus leading us into the 21st century with the satisfaction that we are leaving our neighborhoods, our cities, our metropolitan region in good shape for our children and grandchildren. Thank you. NORTH METRO MAYORS ASSOCIATION NORTH METRO MAYORS ASSOCIATION METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY STABILITY ACT RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the North Metro Mayors Association (NMMA) is an organization comprised of the following 18 North Metro communities: Anoka Circle Pines Minneapolis Blaine Columbia Heights New Brighton Brooklyn Park Coon Rapids New Hope Brooklyn Center Crystal Robbinsdale Dayton Fridley Ramsey Champlin Ham Lake Spring Lake Park WHEREAS, NMMA Nvas formed in 1985 for the purpose of working to meet the economic development and transportation needs of the North Metro area, and WHEREAS, the Association's activities were expanded, during the ensuing years, to include housing, human service, fiscal disparities, local government aid, metropolitan council policies, and WHEREAS, the 1980 census data strongly indicated and the 1990 census data confirmed that the North Metro area has and will continue to have an increasing number of residents with needs for affordable housing, related human services, and the necessary resources to address these issues, and WHEREAS, the allocation of public resources over the past decade with respect to such issues as highways, roads and bridges, sewer extensions, economic development incentives, have not been proportionately made available to the North Metro area, and WHEREAS, the studies completed by Representative Myron Orfield over the past year have clearly stated the need to address the needs and concerns of the North Metro communities, and 8525 EDINSROOK CROSSING. SUITE 5. BROOKLYN PARK. MINNESOTA 55443 TELEPHONE 612- 493 -5115 FAX 612 -424 -1174 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, a) that the NMMA support Representative Myron Orfield's Metropolitan Community Stability Act legislation embodied in House File 671 and Senator Novak's companion Senate File 529, and b) that the NMMA aggressively work with Representative Orfield and Senator Novak to ensure passage of this legislation as proposed, and c) that copies of this resolution be forwarded to Representative Orfield, Senator Novak and members of the committees, hearing this legislation, in both the House and Senate. For more information, please contact: Mr. Joseph D. Strauss North Metro Mayors Association 8525 Edinbrook Crossing, Suite 5 Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 612/493 -5115 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 3/22/93 Agenda Item Number 40 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: COUNTY PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT PETITIONS IMPACT ON 1993 BUDGET DEPT. APPROVAL: Gerald G. Splinter, City lanager MANAGER'S REVIEW /RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached ******************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** SLTM34ARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) • Attached is a memorandum from Assessor Mark Parish updating City Manager on the budget impact of court tax rulings tax abatement appeals and petitions. In the memorandum Mr. Parish indicates a significant number of appeals are backlogged and have been stipulated and /or tried but refunds have not yet been issued. Hennepin County will deduct these refunds from Brooklyn Center's next property tax distribution check which will occur sometime in early July. The best information we have at this time is that this amount will be between $200,000 and $250,000. If these figures are accurate, and it is likely they are, the 1993 budget will face a shortfall of $200,000 to $250,000 in the property tax area. There may be additional refunds affecting our last half property tax settlement from Hennepin County but at this time it is too early to make projections on the amount of second half settlements. I will be meeting with department heads and the finance department within the next week or so to evaluate options for handling this shortfall. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION We recommend the City Council by motion direct staff to develop options for dealing with this shortfall, review them with the Financial Commission, and report back to the City Council. CITY 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430 B ROOKL YN TELEPHONE: 569 -3300 C ENTER FAX: 569 -3494 EMERGENCY - POLICE - FIRE 911 MEMORANDUM TO: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager FROM: Mark P. Parish, City Assessor REVISED 3/15/93 DATE: March 12, 1993 RE: Tax Abatements and Petitions This memorandum is a follow -up to the memorandum from Paul Holmlund, Director of Finance, dated March 5, 1993 regarding the backlog of tax court petitions and abatements at Hennepin County and the likelihood of significant reductions in anticipated tax revenues in 1993 caused by the processing of pending petitions. As Paul mentioned in that memorandum, the number of tax court petitions has increased significantly throughout the county. The increase has caused problems both for assessors in dealing with these petitions as well as problems in the Hennepin County Attorneys office and the Hennepin County Property Tax and Public Records in terms of processing court decisions and stipulations. As of today's date, our records indicate that there are 35 petitions for tax year 1990 payable 1991, 41 petitions for tax year 1991 payable 1992, and 14 petitions for tax year 1992 payable 1993 that have been stipulated or tried; however, refunds have not yet been issued. Total anticipated reduction in tax liability for these pending petitions totals $1,539,151, plus accrued interest. Hennepin County believes they will be caught up with this backlog of petitions by June of this year and thereafter will be able to process petitions within 60 to 90 days. Based on the best information available today, I believe the City's lost revenues from these pending petitions will be minimum of $200,000 with possibility that by June this number may grow to nearly $250,000 as additional petitions are resolved. Therefore, I would anticipate that our first half property tax settlement from Hennepin County will be $200,000 to $250,000 less than budgeted when in fact it is received early in July. At this point, it is too early to make projections on the second -half settlement to be received in December of 1993. However, by June, after seeing what progress has been made in this backlog, we should have a better idea on losses to be realized in that second -half settlement. Furthermore, we will attempt by mid - summer to make estimates for losses in 1994 as well so that these amounts, both 1993 and 1994, can be taken into consideration in the next budget cycle. In the interest of paperwork reduction, I have excluded the spreadsheets detailing the petitions and specific dollar amounts. Should you wish specific information, please advise. Also, I will sort this information by school district and provide it to each of the districts. �rn 4> t' CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 03/22/93 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ' ITEM DESCRIPTION: JOINT PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCH SERVICES STUDY DEPT. APPROVAL: Trevor A. Hampton, Chief of Pol ce MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comme s below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached yes) • For the past two years the five cities of Brooklyn Center, Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope, and Robbinsdale have joined together to study the possibilities of operating a joint public safety dispatching facility. The five cities studied various ideas, alternatives, and options for a joint facility or joint operation. After many hours spent in such a study, several options for joint dispatching have developed as a result of working together. Three options of joint dispatching have come out of this cooperative effort; 1) Change to Hennepin County Sheriffs Department for dispatching services 2) Build and operate a independent Five -City Joint Dispatch Facility or 3) Remain the same - make no change. The most cost effective approach found so far is option 1, change to Hennepin County Sheriffs Department for dispatching services, which would save the city over $100,000 annually (Attachment 6). It is requested that Council make a motion indicating its preference for this option and direct the staff to continue to work with'the five city Joint Dispatch Committee in developing a plan of implementation. While this process is pursued, the staff will also look at the feasibility of a joint dispatch cooperative effort with another area city if one is interested and cost benefits can be established. RECOMMENDED O MENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION A motion indicating preference from Hennepin County Sheriffs Department in providing joint pubic safety dispatch services and the continuation of working with the Joint Dispatch Committee in developing a plan of implementation with Hennepin County Sheriffs Department. S' • March 1993 JOINT DISPATCH REPORT CRYSTAL, ROBBINSDALE BROOKLYN CENTER, GOLDEN VALLEY, NEW HOPE For the past two years the five cities of Crystal, Brooklyn Center, Robbinsdale, New Hope, and Golden Valley have joined together to study the possibilities of operating a joint public safety dispatching facility. The five cities studied various ideas, alternatives, and options for a joint facility or joint operation. After several years of work and many hours of cooperative time spent in such a study, several solid, workable options for joint dispatching have developed as a result of working together. The purpose of this report is to provide information which outlines the following options for joint dispatching. The • following options will be outlined in this report: 1. Change to Hennepin County Sheriffs Department for dispatching.services. 2. Build and operate a independent Five -City Joint . Dispatch Facility. 3. Remain the same - no change - dispatching at individual cities. OPTION 1: CHANGE TO HENNEPIN COIINTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT FOR DISPATCHING SERVICES. Hennepin County Sheriffs Department runs a dispatch operation for cities in Hennepin County who choose to contract for such service. Hennepin County Dispatch provides dispatching for both police and fire operations and is in operation 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. The dispatch facility is physically located in Golden Valley See Attachment 1. 1 The Hennepin County Dispatch facility presently provides public safety dispatching for police and fire for the cities of: Brooklyn Park Maple Grove Champlin Plymouth Wayzata Orono Mound Corcoran Dayton Rogers South Lake Minnetonka St.Bonifacius /Minnetrista West. Henn. Public Safety Currently, there is no additional direct charge to individual cities to use Hennepin County for dispatching except for leasing radio equipment. The costs for leasing radio equipment are attached See Attachment 2. Also remember that each City currently pays for radio equipment at the local level at this time. By converting to Hennepin County this is mainly a realignment or transfer of radio expenditures. All citizens in your community 'pay for Hennepin County Dispatching regardless if your city uses this service or not. Those Hennepin County cities and their residents that choose not to use Hennepin County dispatch actually pay for both systems, paying for a local system through each cities general operation budget and also paying through tax dollars for Hennepin County dispatch operations. Hennepin County Dispatch offers state of the art computerized equipment including the use of computer aided dispatch (CAD) and mobile digital terminals (MDT's) both of which most cities currently utilize. Since all four of the five cities are on the LOGIS Computer System, we asked if Hennepin County Dispatch would be compatible with our LOGIS System. LOGIS met with Hennepin County Dispatch and determined that it is possible to integrate both computer systems to enable the systems to communicate with each other. This connection between our current Logis System and Hennepin County Dispatch computers is a big advantage in that cities would not have to re -enter data that was entered into Hennepin County Dispatch computers. By working with LOGIS for programming this option, data would automatically transfer into our local City LOGIS computer system for access by our Police Departments at each of our local city offices. Since this data interaction would be unique to the five cities (assuming New Hope would convert to the LOGIS police system) and would be used specifically b the five cities P Y Y for their operations, LOGIS would charge for such service. Programming charges and on going LOGIS charges are detailed 2 in the report labeled Attachment 3. Please note that the costs we are looking at for LOGIS /Hennepin County CAD interconnect options are totaled by 5 cites and are not broken out individually. The most preferred method of interconnect is Method 1: Use of PC LOGGING to move Unit and Event detail to LOGIS. There is a one time programming charge of $43,825 which includes the PCLS (Personal Computer Logging Software) for the 5 city group. There will also be a $650 /mo. LOGIS monthly fee for the 5 cities as a group once operational. There is also a possibility that other LOGIS cities who use Hennepin County for dispatch such as Maple Grove and Orono, may wish to use this programming option. If others join in, it is possible that our costs to LOGIS could lower by sharing with these additional.cities. By joining in with Hennepin County Dispatch operations as a group the committee felt that the five cities would have more control in regards to how Hennepin County Dispatch would work with each city. If all five cities join Hennepin County Dispatch, the residential population we as a group would bring into this operation would be approximately 109,895 in population. If all 5 cities join Hennepin County dispatching our 5 city group would make up 1/3 of the total Hennepin County dispatch unit which could work to our advantage. In general, listed below are other positives and negatives in considering contracting with Hennepin County for dispatching. Positives as they relate to joining with Hennepin County: 1. The County option is clearly the lowest cost alternative with the greatest utilization of resources. 2. The training of dispatchers and the responsibility for their trained status is becoming a very important aspect of dispatching. Clearly the county offers the opportunity for the best training programs and limits the liability of cities to be responsible for their actions. 3. The cities cannot remain alone or an island into themselves to survive financially. The taxpayers continue to ask us to change the way we do business which includes doing more, at a higher level of quality with less resources. 4. The county system does provide the most efficient system in terms of expenditure of resources to produce a product. Further, it allows individual cities more opportunities in the future for interacting with the 3 county at different public safety levels to provide cooperative arrangement such as jails, special communication projects, crime lab, etc. 5. The emergency communications environment demands standardized routines. As technology increases and more and more people are looking over the shoulders of dispatchers, tasks must be standardized. A larger organization such as the county is better able to standardize procedures and functions. 6. The county system offers a state of the art CAD (Computer Aided Dispatching) system for capturing information. 7. The 800 MHz trucking will occur in the near future. The argument of radio frequency allocation will go away when this occurs. A realistic assumption is that 800 trunking could happen in about five years. 8. The county alternative does not degrade the fire communication system from what is currently found in each city. 9. The county system does offer a larger population base in which to exert political pressure if need be. The county system clearly becomes the biggest player on the block and certainly in the state of Minnesota. Negatives as they relate to joining with Hennepin County: 1. The Hennepin County Dispatch system too large and impersonal. 2. Cities may be required to use the county equipment. 3. Contracting with the county is a major change in the way we are use to doing business. 4. There is a feeling of loss of city control by going with the county. 5. Uncertainty about each city's current dispatchers and their future by going to the county. Overall, the county stated they would need approximately 7 months to transfer all 5 local level dispatching operations to Hennepin County Dispatch. Three to 4 months is up front work and preparation by Hennepin County Dispatch then approximately 3 -4 weeks conversion per city. 4 Option 2: Build and operate a independent Five City Joint Dispatch Facility. As you recall, in November of 1992 each City Council passed a Resolution of Intent as it related to a 5 City Joint Dispatch Study. The cities of Crystal, Brooklyn Center, Golden Valley, New Hope, and Robbinsdale contracted with W.M. Montgomery and Associates to study and report to each city the feasibility of a local level independent 5 City Joint Dispatch Facility. The report concluded that such a facility would be feasible, but would also require a large up -front cost for construction and equipment. A 5 -city sub - committee was formed to detail out costs for such a facility. A summary of financial costs are attached as document labeled Attachment 4. As shown in this draft report, up -front capital costs for an independent 5 City Joint Dispatching facility totaled $869,883. Once the 5 City Joint Dispatching facility is in operation, yearly costs of such operation are estimated at Operation costs $130,143 Staffing /Personnel costs $595,750 which totals: $725,893 This total is the estimated yearly budget for a 5 City independent Local Level Joint Dispatch. This cost of yearly operations for a joint independent 5 City Dispatch facility is lower than 1991 figures for local level dispatching which is $886,346 for total operating costs for the way we currently do business. To convert our costs to 1993 estimates for dispatching at the local level, you need to increase the 1 91 cost by 3% for 1 92 and 3% for '93. By inflating the cost to 1993 figures it is estimated that the cost of dispatching at the local level, the way we are currently doing business for 1993 = $920,324 for all 5 cities combined. Positives as they relate to an independent 5 City Joint Dispatch Operation at the local level are: 1. Control remains at the local level. 2. Cooperative communications can be achieved between 5 cities. 5 3. Operational costs and staffing /personnel costs with a 5 City Joint operation would be less than our current yearly operational costs of individual dispatching. Negatives as they relate to a independent 5 City Joint Dispatch Operation at the local level are: 1. Capital Costs to house a 5 City Joint Dispatch facility are extremely high due to computer /communications equipment needs. t 's This capital cos i estimate p d at $869,883 combined for the 5 cities. 2. Running a joint dispatch facility is a change in the way we are use to doing business. 3. Running a 5 City Dispatch facility means downsizing each city's current dispatchers and there is uncertainty to their future. Option 3: Remain the same - make no change - continue dispatching at individual cities at the local level. The third option is for cities to continue their operations in the same manner making no major changes to merge, consolidate, or contract their Public Safety Dispatching Operations. Attachment 5 is a report put together by W.M. Montgomery and associates showing the cost of the 5 Cities Public Safety Dispatching by City figures from 1991. Please note that New Hope contracts with Golden Valley for dispatch, therefore the report shows those costs combined. This attached report is for 1991 city costs. Positives as they relate to no change in operations: 1. We would not have to change the way we do business. Negatives as they relate to no change in operations: 1. No movement toward joint services. 2. Cost. 6 Summary - Request for Council Action All City Managers are bringing this report and additional information to their Council in the second meeting of March 1993. In order to move forward we ask that Councils consider all options presented, if possible, at their second City Council meeting in March. At your Council meeting we are asking each City Council of each of the 5 communities to make a motion in approval of which dispatching option will be pursued by their city. A motion such as this is needed even if you choose to remain the same in operation. The 5 -City Joint Dispatch Study Committee is set to meet again the end of March 1993 to discuss the results of the Council action of each individual City. 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I� 16 ° e 16 rnn ,•r. +, t7 • •r. , 33 b. s••' w ` ae • + .. • r' 3000 5 -- t • i..» e L 2 5 no•r .I Attachment 2 Hennepin County ANNUAL RENTAL RATES TYPE OF EQUIPMENT 1992 1993 Pre -1987 VHF Programmable Police Mobiles (Price 1) S 278.00 +options S 245.00 +options Add -on VHF Programmable Police Mobiles (Price 2) 337.00 301.00 Police Mobiles (Price 1) - Amortized 164.00 131.00 U11F Police Mobiles 99.00 99.00 Fire Mobiles - Micor 49.00 49.00 Pre -1987 VHF Programmable Fire Mobiles (Price 1) 215.00 +options 210.00 +options Add -on VHF Programmable Fire Mobiles (Price 2) 274.00 266.00 Fire Mobiles (Price 1) - Amortized 104.00 96.00 MDT Police KDT 480 1,500.00 1,500.00 9100 1,564.00 1,564.00 840 Portable (Pre -1993 Price 1) 1,650.00 1,650.00 840 Portable (Add -on Price 2) - 1,723.00 0 canning Police Portables 245.00 231.00 Scanning Police Portables - Amortized 130.00 116.00 6- channel Police Portables 219.00 +options 202.00 +0 p tions 6- channel Police Portables - Amortized 123.00 106.00 Scanning Fire Portables 232.00 211.00 Scanning Fire Portables Amortized 117.00 96.00 6- Channel Fire Portables 181.00 162.00 6- Channel Fire Portalbes - Amortized 85.00 66.00 MDT Fire KDT 400 1,500.00 1,500.00 9100 1,564.00 1,564.00 840 Portable (Pre -1993 Price 1) 1,650.00 1,650.00 840 Portable (Add -on Price 2) - 1,723.00 User Base Station with Battery Backup (typo A) 158.00 +repairs 158.00 +repairs User Base Station without Battery Backup (type B) 109.00 +repairs 104.00 +repairs Fire Monitor Fire Pager, and other Billable Repair 27.35 hr + arts 28.50 hr + ar / P / +p arts Installation atio n and Removal Rate 20.00 /hr 20.50 /hr Attachment 3 HENNEPIN COUNTY RADIO I LOGIS CAD INTERCONNECT OPTIONS Participants in the Five City Dispatch investigation have asked that LOGIS and Hennepin County personnel investigate the feasibility of moving Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) data from the Hennepin County Radio system to the Command Data Systems databases at LOGIS. Also to be addressed are estimates of time it would take to accomplish such an arrangement and the associated costs. These requests were outlined by Robbinsdale police chief John Spetch at a meeting on February 8, 1993. Concerns of the Five City Dispatch participants are that proposed solutions are affordable and that they provide similar functionality to what they have now with CDS CAD. Concerns of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Radio Division include finding solutions that minimize impact on the Hennepin County CAD system; this may include spending additional programming time up front to make some processes more efficient, using less computer time to accomplish certain tasks. Meetings were held on February 10 and February 12 to discuss ways to implement an interconnect between the two systems and how to format the data to allow it to be added to the LOGIS CDS databases. Two methods were arrived at, and are described below. Method 1: Use PC LOGGING to move Unit and Event detail to LOGIS. Hennepin County's Tiburon CAD system uses a background process that sends each transaction to a logging device; the device, a personal computer, receives and stores each record. The PC software, called PCLS (Personal Computer Logging Software), can be used to print listings of these log files. It may be possible to send this data to an additional logging device, which could be on the LOGIS network. The device could either be the LOGIS computer system itself, or a personal computer running some version of PCLS which would capture the transaction records. Hennepin County Information Services personnel have checked with Tiburon, and they have said that the CAD system could be set up to handle another logging device. If the PCLS program was used, Tiburon would have to make changes to the program to enable a LOGIS program to access the files as the logging process was going on. It appears that this programming could be quite expensive (see ESTIMATED COSTS section). There is a possibility that we could move the same log files to the LOGIS system without using a PC and the PCLS software. This needs further investigation, but it appears that the LOGIS system would be able to support this with hardware and software already in use. If so, the higher -cost programming by Tiburon to provide a special version of PCLS could be avoided. Another possibility would be to set up a program on the LOGIS HP minicomputer as the logging device; this would require the LOGIS HP system to support "LU.6" protocol, which allows a program on the Hennepin County IBM mainframe to communicate 3-1 HCR004. DOC 212:193 HENNEPIN COUNTY RADIO / LOGIS CAD INTERCONNECT OPTIONS directly with a y th program on the LOGIS HP minicomputer. While this option has the potential to work the best, it would involve extensive programming changes to the CAD system, as well as programming on the LOGIS side. Since the implementation cost and time period would be much longer than if the present programs were used, this solution will not be considered in this document. Using some process to send log files to LOGIS means that it would be up to LOGIS to write a program to take these log files and move them into the appropriate CDS database files. While it presently looks as though the log files contain all information needed to create unit detail, event detail, and Closed Call records for each incident, not enough analysis has been done to be certain. There may be a need to periodically move entries from the Hennepin County Closed Calls file to the LOGIS system, if for no other reason than to be sure that no calls were missed. A particularly difficult situation was brought up as we discussed how a program would know which log file records belong to a certain agency. Each record has a "Service Provider" code stored somewhere in the file. However, calls are frequently transferred from one agency's jurisdiction to another during the course of the call; this happens as much as 30% of the time. In order to get all records for a call that started in a non - LOGIS agency and was transferred to a LOGIS agency (or vice - versa), the logging software would have to send all records to the logging device (not just records pertaining to LOGIS agencies), and the software at LOGIS would have to be able to recognize when a call was transferred. If the transfer was to a LOGIS agency, the software would have to go back to all former records for that incident and include them in the closed call record; if the transfer was from a LOGIS agency, the software would need to avoid creation of partial closed call records.. While these things could probably be done, it implies that a rather complex program needs to be written. There is also a question as to whether it would be acceptable for all records coming from the Hennepin County system (including those of non - LOGIS agencies) to be sent to the logging device at LOGIS; the chances are that a security agreement between LOGIS and the Hennepin County Sheriff's office may be all that is required. There could also be licensing problems with having a copy of PCLS on a device at LOGIS. 3.2 HCR004.DOC 2122193 HENNEPIN COUNTY RADIO / LOGIS CAD INTERCONNECT OPTIONS Method 1: Use PC LOGGING to move Unit and Event detail to LOGIS. PROS o Would provide updates to the LOGIS system on nearly a real -time basis, without significant load on the Hennepin County CAD system. o LOGIS agencies could use the CDS CAD system to see unit and event history and current unit status. No new commands or screens would have to be learned. o Slight modifications to the Hennepin County CAD system may be all that are needed to load log files to a device at LOGIS. Very little programming would need to be done by Hennepin County Information Services (however, significant programming to Tiburon's PCLS software may be needed. See "ESTIMATED COSTS" section.). o No special hardware or software would be required at individual LOGIS agencies (some network hardware and software would be needed at LOGIS). o The gateway needed to provide the connection between the Hennepin County system and the LOGIS network could also provide an opportunity for individual agencies to connect a PC at their sites to the Hennepin County CAD system, allowing event inquiry and file updates. CONS o Significant programming time would have to be expended at LOGIS to move log files from the PC logging device to CDS database files. o If the Tiburon PCLS software needs to be modified, the cost could be anywhere from $5,000 and $20,000 (see ESTIMATED COSTS section, following page). More investigation would be needed to get a firm estimate. o If it is determined that the log files are not sufficient to produce a Closed Call record in CDS, Closed Calls may have to be extracted from the Hennepin County CAD system and transferred to LOGIS several times a day. These records are presently extracted once a day for reporting; doing it more often may place an unacceptable burden on the Hennepin County system, possibly resulting in degraded CAD performance. o Not enough research has been done to be certain that moving logging records into CDS would produce the desired results. o There may be licensing problems involved with having a device with the PCLS software at a site other than a Hennepin County Sheriff facility. 3.3 HCR004.DOC 2122193 HENNEPIN COUNTY RADIO / LOGIS CAD INTERCONNECT OPTIONS Method 1: Use PC LOGGING to move Unit and Event detail to LOGIS. ESTIMATED COSTS • Programming time - Tiburon /Hennepin County Info. Svcs. If PCLS is modified $20,000.00 If PCLS is not modified $1,000.00 • Programming time - LOGIS $2,000.00 o Communications Hardware and software for LOGIS network $18,750.00 o Communication line installation $600. Subtotal: If PCLS is modified $41,350.00 If PCLS is not modified $22,350.00 o PC Communication software Either DOS software package on LOGIS network $1,050.00 or a Windows software package at each PC $175.00 / PC o Communication line charge $260.00 / Mo. o Hennepin County port charge $39.00 / Mo. For LOGIS connection (required) plus each PC or printer using "Remote Terminal" connection (optional). o Optional: Printing software for LAN 81,425.00 Total Possible cost: Wth PCLS Modification $43.825.00 Without PCLS Modification $24,825.00 Plus $650.00 / Mo. 40 3-4 HCR004. DOC 2122193 HENNEPIN COUNTY RADIO / LOGIS CAD INTERCONNECT OPTIONS Method 2: Batch transfer closed calls to LOGIS, use Remote Terminals at agencies. Using this method, Hennepin County would extract Closed Call records and would load them to the LOGIS system in batches. A program at LOGIS would take these downloaded files and extract the data in the proper format to load into the CDS databases. Each agency would be given "Remote Terminal" access to the system, probably using a personal computer running IBM 3270 Emulation software; this would allow them to perform the following functions within the Tiburon CAD system: Event Status Inquiry Unit Status Inquiry Event History Inquiry (for up to 90 days) Unit History Inquiry (for up to 30 days) Maintenance of Personnel, Business, Hydrant, etc., files "Walk -in" incident entry CJIS System Inquiry *Hennepin County Warrant Office Inquiry This method would provide agencies with "real time" inquiry capability using the Hennepin County system. The drawbacks are that some new commands and screens would have to be learned, and some additional hardware and software may be needed on individual PC's at each agency in order to communicate with the Hennepin County system. Since Closed Calls would be downloaded periodically, the LOGIS system would be used for extended searching and reporting purposes, minimizing the impact of such searches on the Hennepin County CAD system. One area that would have to be researched further is how often Closed Calls would need to be extracted. This is presently being done once a day, at around 5 AM, and takes 20 to 30 minutes. Careful consideration would have to be given to doing it more often than this, since it has the potential to degrade CAD system performance. There may have to be some compromise between the agencies' needs (such as for shift reporting) and CAD system impact. There would also be a cost involved for additional downloads based on CPU time; it is estimated that each 20 to 30 minute download of Closed Calls would come to approximately $20.00. There may be a way to further minimize the impact of Closed Call extracts on the system through revised programming. It is estimated that for about $6,000, work could be done to make the extract process more efficient. Downloads could probably be done more often, and would take less time to run (around 5 minutes). The cost of each download would then be approximately $1.00. 3.5 HCR004.DOC 1122193 HENNEPIN COUNTY RADIO / LOGIS CAD INTERCONNECT OPTIONS Method 2 Batch transfer closed calls to LOGIS, use Remote Terininals at agencies (continued). Inquiries can be made on the Hennepin County CAD system by date and time range. The information returned is less than that contained on the present "Preliminary Close" report on the CDS system, but if it is sufficient for daily agency needs, more frequent Closed Call downloads might not be necessary. In addition, if a date /time range in ui �3' inquiry was made using Remote Terminal, more detailed inquiries could be made on individual calls as necessary. There is also an option to use a acka e that runs in conjunction with the Remote P g Terminal access that would allow an agency to perform a search on the Hennepin County system and download the results to a PC. The package, called ARSPC, would then allow custom reports to be built and printed using the downloaded data. There is no extra charge to use the software, but the PC running the package must have a license for Dbase IV. 3 HCR004. DOC 2122193 HENNEPIN COUNTY RADIO / LOGIS CAD INTERCONNECT OPTIONS Method 2: Remote Terminals at agencies, batch transfer closed calls to LOGIS. PROS o Real -time inquiries could be made using Remote Terminal on the Hennepin County CAD system. . o Little or no programming time needed from Tiburon. o CJIS and Warrant inquiries would be available at each agency. o Each agency would be able to maintain their own CAD support files, such as personnel, businesses, and hydrants. o Call inquiries could be made by dateltime ranges for short term needs, such as shift changes, and could be printed out at the agency. o Agencies could initiate calls from their offices (for example, "walk in" incidents), and would also be able to update call information when the officer returns to the station and has more information to add. o Implementation time and cost would be significantly less than in Method 1. CONS o Agencies would have to learn new commands and screens for inquiry and entry. o Some agencies may have to purchase or upgrade a personal computer for CAD system inquiry use. o There would probably be no real -time "Status Monitor" screen available. Unit status inquiries can be made, but it would be a snapshot of the unit status at the time of the inquiry. o Information provided by CAD inquiry screens may not be sufficient for short - term agency needs (such as running a report at each shift change). If this is true, Closed Call downloads may be needed more often than once a day. o Each device hooked to the Hennepin County mainframe would cost the agency a monthly port charge (currently $39.00 per month). This would be true even if the physical connection was through a network gateway at LOGIS. If printing screens one at a time through a printer connected to the PC is not acceptable, a port charge would also need to be paid for each individual printer connected to the Hennepin County system. 3 - 7 HCR004.DOC 2122193 4 HENNEPIN COUNTY RADIO / LOGIS CAD INTERCONNECT OPTIONS Method 2: Remote Terminals at agencies, batch transfer closed calls to LOGIS. ESTIMATED COSTS • Programming time - Hennepin County $6,000.00 (Assuming extra programming is done for Closed Call extracts • Programming time - LOGIS $1,200.00 • Communications Hardware and software for LOGIS network $18,750.00 • Communication line installation $600.00 $26,550.00 o PC Communication software Either a DOS software package on LOGIS network $1,050.00 or a Windows software package at each PC $175.001 PC o Communication line charge $260.001 Mo. o Hennepin County port charge - Each device at LOGIS agencies $39.00 1 Mo. o Closed Call batch downloads - Hennepin County CPU time $1.001 Ea. o Optional: Printing software for LAN $1.425.00 Total Possible cost: $29,025.00 Plus $650.001 Mo. 3-8 HCR004. DOC 2121193 HENNEPIN COUNTY RADIO / LOGIS CAD INTERCONNECT OPTIONS RECOMiVEAIDA TION Setting each agency up with Remote Terminal access for real -time inquiries and loading Closed Call records in batches from the Hennepin County system to the LOGIS system (Method 2 above), would be simpler and cheaper to implement. Although we have not done time estimates, the consensus is that this method would take significantly less time to program, test, and install. However, this method requires each agency to learn the Hennepin County CAD screens and inquiry commands. While the number of commands and screens are by no means overwhelming, it would involve some retraining. The additional PC (or possible upgrades necessary for some present PC's) may also be difficult for some agencies to afford. Finally, LOGIS agencies must determine whether having Closed Calls loaded into the CDS databases a limited number of times per day is sufficient compared to how they presently use the CDS CAD system. 3-9 HCR004. DOC 2122193 Attachment 4 7/92 5 CITY JOINT DISPATCH DRAFT CAPITAL COSTS: $275,000 Approx. 2,000 sq. ft. $2,000 Fax $30,157 Dictaphone logging machine $60,000 E911 telephone equipment upgrade $55,000 E911 G.V. lease $27,726 Call checks, 6 @ $5,000ea $10,000 Misc. base station modifications $375,000 New dispatch console equipment $10,000 Install new radio control circuits $10,000 Redundency software purchase - LOGIS $15,000 Computer Equipment - PC's & Prts. Repeaters ;$869;883 TOTAL i • OPERATIONAL COSTS: $15,000 Phone lines $30,000 Contractual Maintenance - console, radio, logger E -911, copier, fax, computers etc. $10,000 Operating supplies $10,000 Insurance: G.L., Property & E &O $10,000 Professional Services $7,000 Building Maintenance (Utils, cleaning etc) $7,040 Lease of CAD Computer to Joint Dispatch $16,150 CAD and Redundency software & Maint. LOGIS $4,000 State system $5,000 Mtg & Conference Expenses $5,000 Capital depreciation costs $5,000 Logis financial and payroll $5,953 Golden Valley fees - financial processing agent $130 TOTAL OPERATIONAL! STAFFING /PERSONNEL $48,000 1 Manager $336,500 12 Dispatchers $90,500 3 Lead Dispatch $118,750 Benefits at 25% of salary $2,000 Employee Assistance Program $595,750 TOTAL PERSONNEL Attach t5 PSAP TOTAL O P E RATI NO COSTS 1991 Data for B.C. esdmafed based on 82 figures 400000 300000 ol 200000 ol Robbirsdle 100000 ® Gldn Malty Crystal 0 ® Brook. Cnt Dollars W. M. Mann= ery —1992 ��aP�02 1991 PSAP Wage & Maintenance Costs Community Wages ,, Maintenance , Total Operating Cost � Brooklyn Center $155,302 $10,142 $230,194 0 Crystal $135,308 $11,880 $182,015 Golden Valley /New Hope $207,028 $ 9,100 $296,039 F Robbinsdale $124 S 8,172 $178,098 E TOTAL $621,646 $39,294 $886,346, Notes: A Cost includes salaries (full and part time) plus overtime; does not include fringe benefits. B Includes recurring contract cost such as maintenance on console equipment, logging recorders, and CJIS connections; excludes telephone cost, . C Includes all costs of operating PSAP including fringe benefits and telephone. D Estimate for 1991; actual cost for 1991 not available. It is calculated by reducing the 1992 total dispatch operating center budget by five percent. E Includes cost for mobile and portable radio maintenance. F Taken from 'Total Expense' column of Joint Dispatch Operations account summary furnished by Cit Telephone ry cost of p S26,670 included in this amount is approximately twice that of the other PSAPs and may include funding for new 9 -1 -1 premise equipment referenced elsewhere in this , report. Po r G Does not include cost of MDT access on Hennepin County network. H Includes estimate of '91 total operating costs for both Brooklyn Center and Crystal. Attachment 6 Brooklyn Center Police Department 1993 Cost of Communications Center Dispatching Services Provided from the Brooklyn Center Police Department Personnel Costs Position Status # of Positions Compensation Public Safety Dispatcher Full -Time 6 $221,321 Total Personnel Costs $221,321 Figures are based on 1993 Budget as Adjusted Personnel Costs are based on Total Compensation Operating Costs Dictaphone Maintenance Contract $2,000 Motorola Maintenance Contract $8,100 Scanning Portable Radio $290 U.S. West 911 Line Charge $14,400 U.S. West Dedicated Line $396 U.S. West Dedicated Line $396 911 Printer $182 Total Operating Costs $25,764 Figures are based on 1993 Budget as Adjusted Total Cost in 1993.of Dispatching Services Provided from Brooklyn Center Police Department $247;085 4 RELIMINARY Brooklyn Center Police Department Cost of Communications Center Dispatching Services Provided from the Hennepin County Sheriffs Department Personnel Costs Additional personnel necessary to maintain holding facility 24 hours /7days a week (8,736 hours) Position Status Horns Compensation Code Enforcement Officer (1) Full -Time 2,080 $31,719 Code Enforcement Officer Part-Time 1,300 $16,380 Total 3,380 $48,099 Will be able to utilize the following to fill the remaining hours; Position Status Hours Code Enforcement Officer Full -Time 2,080 Code Enforcement Officer Part-Time 2,205 Property Room Supervisor Full -Time 2,080 Total 6,365 Code Enforcement Officers will perform CEO dirties when the holdin acilit is not occrr ied g.f Y p Property Room Supervisor will maintain the holding facility during daytime horns Additional Personnel necessary to maintain state terminal for police operation and secure records area 24 hours /7 days a week (8,736 hours) Position Status Hours Compensation Terminal Operators (2) Full -Time 4,160 $57,088 Total 4,160 $57,088 Will be able to utilize the following to fill the remaining hours; Position States Hours Data Entry Clerk Full -Time 2,080 Data Entry Clerk Part -Time 520 Receptionist Full -Time 2,080 Records Clerk Part -Time 1,560 Secretary Full -Time 2,080 Typists Part -Time 5,624 Total 13,944 Total Personnel Costs $105,187 PRELIMINARY Operating Costs 2 Dictaphone Maintenance Contract P $, 0 Motorola Maintenance Contract $8,100 MDT's (10 Units) $19,240 Special LOGIS Charges (Monthly) $1,560 Total Operating Costs $30,900 One -Time Operating Costs LOGIS Conversion Programing $9,765 MDT's Installation $2,000 Total One -Time Operating Costs $10,765 Total Annual City Cost of Dispatching Services through Hennepin County Sheriffs Department IM 'X 087 Does not include one -time operating costs Dispatching from Brooklyn Center Police Department $247,085 Dispatching from Hennepin County Sheriffs Department $136,087 Total Savings' X110,998 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Mating Date March 22.1993 Agenda Item Number //Z- REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING D'AMICO TO SERVE LIQUOR AT THE EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, §340.404, SUBD. 4 DEPT. APPROVAL: 7G Brad Hoffman, Direc or f dmmuni ty Development MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOAMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report . Comments below /attached • # #i # # # #i #* iiii######## ii# # # # # # # #i # #i # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # ## #iiii # # # # # # # ** # iii #i # * # # # : # # * ## SUNMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) The resolution before the Council will allow D'Amico's (the Heritage Center catering group) to serve liquor at the Heritage Center under their Minneapolis license until they can obtain a Brooklyn Center license. D'Amico's is in the process of applying for a Brooklyn Center liquor license. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION Staff recommends approval of the resolution. • //a-1 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING D'AMICO TO SERVE LIQUOR AT THE EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, 5340.404, SUBD. 4 WHEREAS, Minnesota State Statutes 340A.404, subd. 4, allows the City Council to authorize the holder of a retail on- sale intoxicating liquor license issued by an adjacent municipality to dispense liquor at a convention facility; and WHEREAS, D'Amico's holds a retail on -sale intoxicating liquor license issued by the City of Minneapolis; and WHEREAS, D'Amico's has been contracted to provide catering services including food and intoxicating liquor at the convention center and bed and breakfast located at the Earle Brown Heritage Center; and WHEREAS, the Earle Brown Heritage Center located within the City of Brooklyn Center is owned by the Economic Development Authority which is an instrumentality of the City of Brooklyn Center. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that D'Amico's is authorized to dispense intoxicating liquor to attendees of events at the convention center facility located at the Earle Brown Heritage Center. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 3/22/93 Agenda Item Number fi REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTE AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) GREENS MOWER FOR GOLF COURSE DEPT. APPROVAL: Karla K. Wickre, Deputy City Clerk MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOAMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /at ached • SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) A larger Toro Grounds Master mower was proposed to be purchased for Centerbrook Golf Course in 1993. Because there was no interest from other vendors in the trade -in of our smaller Toro 117 tractor, only one quotation was received for this piece of equipment. I recommend acceptance of the quotation from MTI Distributing Company in the amount of $7,633.92. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION I recommend approval of the attached resolution. //6 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUOTE AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) GREENS MOWER FOR GOLF COURSE WHEREAS, it is necessary to purchase a larger greens mower for Centerbrook Golf Course; and WHEREAS, the smaller Toro 117 tractor can be used as a trade - in; and WHEREAS, one (1) quotation was received from MTI Distributing Company in the amount of $9,168.00 less trade -in value of the smaller Toro 117 tractor of $2,000.00 for a total cost of $7,633.92 including tax. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City. Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the purchase of one (1) Toro Grounds Master 224 with 62" deck in the amount of $7,633.92 be approved. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution Was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date _March 22 1993 Agenda Item Number I / C. REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION i ITEM DESCRIPTION: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF BETTILOU CHRISTOPHER DEPT. APPROVAL: 4f&WXt-z Geralywt Barone, Personnel Coordinator MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUAMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Pass a Resolution Expressing Recognition of and Appreciation for the Dedicated Public Service of Bettilou Christopher /!c Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF BETTILOU CHRISTOPHER WHEREAS, Bettilou Christopher served on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council from September 9, 1991, through January 5, 1993; and WHEREAS, her public service and civic effort for the betterment of the community merit the gratitude of the citizens of Brooklyn Center; and WHEREAS, it is highly appropriate her service to the community should be recognized and expressed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the dedicated public service of Bettilou Christopher is hereby Y P P Y recognized and appreciated by the City of Brooklyn Center. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date March 22, 1993 Agenda It= Number / / d REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION sss sssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss ssss sssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss ITEM DESCRIPTION: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF ALLEN K. ANDERSON DEPT. APPROVAL: Sharon Knutson, Deputy Clerk MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUM MLRY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) • !�u Member introduced the following resolution and moved is its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF ALLEN K. ANDERSON WHEREAS, Allen K. Anderson served on the Brooklyn Center Charter Commission from February 14, 1985, to February 14, 1993; and WHEREAS, Allen K. Anderson has served as Chairperson and Vice - Chairperson of the Charter Commission, and has always been willing to serve on and chair many ad -hoc committees throughout his term; and WHEREAS, his public service and civic effort for the betterment of the community merit the gratitude of the citizens of Brooklyn Center; and WHEREAS, his leadership and expertise has been greatly appreciated by the Brooklyn Center Charter Commission; and WHEREAS, it is highly appropriate that his service to the community should be recognized and expressed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the dedicated public service of Allen K. Anderson is hereby recognized and appreciated by the City of Brooklyn Center. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: _Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. • CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 03/22/93 Agenda Item Number /! E REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND APPROVING FINAL PAYMENT FOR DATA PROCESSING ENHANCEMENTS FOR THE WATER UTILITY SCADA SYSTEM AND FOR THE SANITARY SEWER UTILITY INTRAC SYSTEM, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1992 -15, CONTRACT 1992 -L DEPT. APPROVAL: Sy Knapp, Direc o of Public Works MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: a No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Improvement Project No. 1992 -15, Data Processing Enhancements for the Water Utility SCADA System and for the Sanitary Sewer Utility INTRAC System, has been completed by the contractors hired by the City for the performance of this work. The City Council accepted the proposals of Dynamic Systems, Inc., Bacon's Electric Company and Motorola Twin Cities Service Center per Resolution No. 92- 225 and contracts were subsequently executed. The actual value of work performed for the Water Utility SCADA improvements exceeds the previously proposed amount of $41,681 by $2,709.27, due to the application of Minnesota state sales tax which became mandatory after the inception of this project. Staff recommends acceptance of the work performed and authorization to make final payment to Dynamic Systems, Bacon's and Motorola. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION A resolution accepting work performed and authorizing final payment to Dynamic Systems, Bacon's and Motorola is provided for consideration. //E Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND APPROVING FINAL PAYMENT FOR DATA PROCESSING ENHANCEMENTS FOR THE WATER UTILITY SCADA SYSTEM AND FOR THE SANITARY SEWER UTILITY INTRAC SYSTEM, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1992 -15, CONTRACT 1992 -L WHEREAS, pursuant to written contracts with the City of Brooklyn Center, the firms of Dynamic Systems, Inc., Bacon's Electric Company and Motorola Twin Cities Service Center have satisfactorily completed their respective portions of the following improvement in accordance with said contracts: Data Processing Enhancements for SCADA & INTRAC Systems Improvement Project No. 1992 -15, Contract 1992 -L NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. The work completed under said contract(s) is accepted and approved according to the following schedule. As Established As Final SCADA central site modifications $41,681 $44,390.27 SCADA remote site modifications $ 2,385 $ 2,385.00 INTRAC improvements 8,559 $ 8,559.00 Subtotal $52,625 $55,334.27 10% Contingency 5 265 -0- Total Est. Project Cost $57,890 $55,334.27 2. The actual value of work performed for SCADA Central Site modifications is $2,709.27 more than the established contract amount, due to the application of Minnesota State sales tax. 3. It is hereby directed that final payment be made on said contract, taking the Contractor's receipts in full. The total amount to be paid for said improvement under said contract shall be $55,334.27. RESOLUTION NO. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 03/22/93 Agenda Item Number 40 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** ITEM DESCRIPTION: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE 1993 DISEASED TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM, APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS, AND DIRECTING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -01, CONTRACT 1993 -A DEPT. APPROVAL: Sy Knapp irector of Public Works MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECONEMENDATION: aid No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attac ed SUNEM ARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Aes • The City of Brooklyn Center annually establishes a Tree Removal project to expedite the removal of diseased and other nuisance trees. Nearly 340 trees were marked for removal under last year's program, 121 of which were removed by the City's tree contractor, Ceres Tree Service. It is anticipated that there will be minimal increases in the number of diseased trees in 1993. The City utilizes a "fast track" system of procedures for administering this program. These procedures were approved by the Council in 1987, and are intended to, as the name implies, speed up the process of tree removal. Figure 1 shows the process which is followed for a typical tree. No changes have been to the specifications for 1993. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION It is recommended that the Council adopt the attached resolution establishing the project, approving specifications, and directing advertisement for bids. Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE 1993 DISEASED TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM, APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS AND DIRECTING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -01, CONTRACT 1993 -A BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. The following project is hereby established: DISEASED TREE REMOVAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -01 2. The specifications for Contract 1993 -A for said improvement project are approved and ordered filed with the Deputy City Clerk. 3. The Deputy City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted at least twice in the official newspaper and in the Constzuction Bulletin an advertisement for bids upon the making of such improvement under such approved specifications. The advertisement shall be published as required by law, shall specify the work to be done, shall state that said bids will be received by the Deputy City Clerk until the date and time specified, at which time they will be publicly opened at City Hall by the Deputy City Clerk and the City Engineer. Subsequently, the bids shall be tabulated and will then be considered unless sealed and filed with the Deputy City Clerk and accompanied by a cash deposit, cashier's check, bid bond, or certified check payable to the City for 5 percent of the total amount of such bid. 4. The accounting for the project shall be in the Tree Removal Fund. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. FIGURE 1 Diseased Tree Removal Program F ast T rack Proce 1 Up To Up To Two Day 1 Week 20 Days - - - -- One To Two Weeks - - -- Weeks Owner Chooses To _ Inspected By Tree Inspector, Who Remove Tree By Self, Will Approve Or Will Require Within 20 Days Additional Work Or Clean Up Placed on Tree Work List, Contractor Has Two Tree Owner Owner Requests City Usually Within Two Weeks Weeks To Complete List Marked Notified Tree Contractor To Remove Tree Owner Removes Attempt to Contact By Tree B Self Owner Makes No Phone; If Can't, Delinquent Response Within Notice Delivered By Police 20 Days (In Town) or By Certified Mail (Out of Town) Owner Requests City _ Contractor To Remove Tree Council Declares Tree A Nuisance — No Response In 5 Days — City Orders Contractor To Remove Tree • CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Counci M Date 3 � 9 3 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Agenda Item Number ITEM DECRIPTION: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES DEPARTMENT APPROVAL: Paul Ho m un , Director of Finance ******************************************* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** MANAGER "S REVIEW /RECOMMENDATION: r No comments to s pplement this report Comments below /attached ******************************************* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** SUMMARY EXPLANATION (supplemental sheets attached) The attached resolution, if adopted by the City Council, will write -off uncollectible accounts receivables. Collection efforts by staff have been exhausted, and with the adoption of the attached resolution, the accounts will be removed from the receivable records and charged off as uncollectible accounts. STAFF RECOMMENDATION --------------- - - - -- Staff recommends the adoption of the attached resolution. SPECIFIC ACTION REQUIRED BY THE BOARD ------------------------------------- Adopt the attached resolution. i Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE -OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES ---------------------------------------------------- WHEREAS, the City Manager has reported the following accounts receivables are uncollectible. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center to authorize the City Manager to write -off from the City's records as uncollectible the following accounts receivables: DATE DUE FROM PURPOSE AMOUNT -- - - - - -- --------------------- - - - - -- ------------------------- - - - - -- ------ - - - - -- 12/31/90 Lori Ann Lucas Replacement of Trees /Signs $1,393.04 11/13/91 M & J Properties Curb Stop Repair 40.00 11/13/91 M & J Properties Curb Stop Repair 40.00 11/13/91 Scott Burnes Curb Stop Repair 40.00 11/13/91 Frank Flemister Curb Stop Repair 40.00 Total $1,553.04 Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Clerk The motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote being taken, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 3/22/93 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: LICENSES DEPT. APPROVAL: A44ZVL J�� Sharon Knutson, Deputy City Clerk MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: ' No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached } Attached is the list of licenses to be approved by the city council. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION Approve licenses. i �a 1 Licenses to be approved by the City Council on March 22, 1993: MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Centraire, Inc. 7402 Washington Ave. S. LSV Metals, Inc. 6800 Shingle Creek Pkwy. n Thermex Corporation 4850 Park Glen Road J a Building Official Ak.. POOL AND BILLIARDS TABLES Three Lakes Development, LP III 3000 Justin Drive Duds 'n Suds 6824 Humboldt Ave. N. — City Clerk ,pk_ RENTAL DWELLINGS Renewal: Norman. Chazin Brookdale Manor Apts. Norman Chazin Four Courts Apartments Gary Scherber Lilac Apartments Norman Chazin Northbrook Terrace Apts. Norman Chazin 6037 Brooklyn Blvd. William and Nancy Dahlquist 4700 Lakeview Ave. N. Gary Scherber 5820 Logan Ave. N. Tracy Rice 6907 Morgan Ave. N. Lawrence R. Florian 857 -861 70th Ave. N. S. Richard Silverness 873 -877 70th Ave. N. James R. Hokanson 881 -885 70th Ave. N. Director of Commumty Development TAXICAB Town Taxi, #69 2500 Washington Ave. N. C�Bn Chief of Police GENERAL APPROVAL: _ Sharon Knutson, Deputy City Clerk 1 1 1 ! SOUTHEAST NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT ' FEASIBILITY REPORT 1 FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA ! IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 1993 -02, 03 04, & 05 1 Prepared By ! Brooklyn Center Engineering Department March 1993 ! ! I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under State of Minnesota Statutes Sections 326.02 to 326.16 Recommended For Approval i Mark J. Maloney, P. Sy K City Engineer Director of Public Works Date: 03/18/93 Reg. No. 19224 ! EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Brooklyn Center has consistently provided for a high level of street maintenance. Patching, crack sealing, and regular sealcoating have kept the approximately eighty miles of residential streets in good repair. However, many of these streets are now thirty or more years old, and are approaching the end of their useful lives. Public utilities: water, sanitary sewer, and storm mains, are also showing signs of wear. In short, the infrastructure of Brooklyn Center is aging. The cost of maintenance and repair has been steadily increasing. As these facilities deteriorate, that cost will escalate, resulting in higher water and sewer rates and increased taxes. Some parts of the infrastructure will fail completely - sewers will collapse; streets will be patches on patches; drainage problems will get worse. It is proposed that Brooklyn Center undertake a program of comprehensive infrastructure improvements, neighborhood by neighborhood, four miles of streets and utilities per year. As envisioned, this Neighborhood Improvement Program would comprehensively address all infrastructure needs: streets, drainage, utilities, street lighting, sidewalks /trails, landscaping, neighborhood parks, signs - everything which is needed to upgrade the functionality of the infrastructure and improve the appearance of the neighborhood. Pilot Project To demonstrate the types of improvements which could be accomplished, it is proposed to undertake a pilot project of approximately two miles in 1993. In selecting the most appropriate area for the project, both infrastructure needs and neighborhood needs were reviewed. Upon review with the City Council and the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee (EBNAC), the Southeast neighborhood was selected as the site for a potential pilot project. Existing Conditions and Proposed Improvements The conditions of all the infrastructure in the Study area were reviewed. Based on television inspection, it is recommended that 75 -80 percent of the sanitary sewers require replacement. Water main will be required to be replaced wherever it is in proximity to replaced sanitary sewer main. All streets in the Study Area show extensive wear, and require full reconstruction. To improve storm drainage and increase the useful life of the streets, concrete curb and gutter is recommended. Street lighting is recommended to be improved. Costs and Financing It is proposed that the pilot project be funded from a combination of sources: the Water, Sanitary Sewer, and Storm Drainage Utility Funds, Local and Municipal State Aid, general obligation bonds, and special assessments. Approximately 16 percent of the total cost of all projects in the pilot area would be assessed to property owners. Assessments to residential properties would be made on a front foot basis; assessments to non - residential properties would be made based on property area. 1 Assessment Stabilization It is proposed to initiate an Assessment Stabilization Program to assist low income homeowners with payment of special assessments. As proposed, the City would pay 100 percent of the assessment cost for homeowners whose family income is less than the HUD very low income level, and a prorated amount of the assessment for homeowners whose family income is between the very low and low income limits. Approximately one -third of the homeowners in the Study Area might be eligible for some financial assistance through this program. 1 r ii ' TABLE OF CONTENTS ' Introduction/History of Study ......... ............................... 1 Existing Conditions & Proposed Public Improvements .......................... 7 ' Estimated Project Costs ............ ............................... 25 ' Affected Properties ............... ............................... 26 Financing, Evaluation of Benefits, and Assessment Stabilization Plan ............... 27 1 Suggested Construction Phasing ....... ............................... 32 ' Projected Schedule ............... ............................... 35 Summary and Recommendations ....... ............................... 36 Appendix A - Detailed Cost Estimates Appendix B - Assessment Calculations Appendix C - Evaluation of Benefits ( ?) LIST OF FIGURES 1. Southeast Neighborhood Study Area 2. Proposed Sanitary Sewer Improvements 3. Proposed Water Main Improvements 4. Proposed Storm Drainage Improvements 5. Proposed Street Improvements ' 6. Proposed Typical Street Sections 7. Brooklyn Center Draft Sidewalk & Trail Plan 8. Proposed Area A 9. Proposed Area B iii ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center HISTORY OF SE NEIGHBORHOOD STUDY ' Brooklyn Center has consistently provided for a high level of street maintenance. Patching, crack sealing, and regular sealcoating have kept the approximately eighty miles of residential streets in good repair. However, many of these streets are now thirty or more years old, and are ' approaching the end of their useful lives. Public utilities: water, sanitary sewer, and storm mains, are also showing signs of wear. Some areas of the city have a history of water main breaks, or suffer from corrosion of main or fittings from the soil. There are areas of the sanitary sewer system which need to be immediately replaced because of extensive root infiltration, cracking, or other problems. Some areas of the ' city have no storm sewers; in many areas the existing storm sewers are inadequate. In short, the infrastructure of Brooklyn Center is aging. The cost of maintenance and repair, which is reflected in the street maintenance budget and the public utilities maintenance expenditures, has been steadily increasing. As these facilities deteriorate, that cost will escalate, resulting in higher water and sewer rates and increased taxes. Some parts of the infrastructure ' will fail completely - sewers will collapse; streets will be patches on patches; drainage problems will get worse. ' There are two ways of addressing this need: proactively, or reactively. The Proactive Approach The proactive approach would provide for a comprehensive, neighborhood improvement. All ' pieces of the infrastructure which would need upgrading or replacement would be reconstructed at once. Neighborhood by neighborhood, utility mains would be repaired or replaced, storm drainage improved, and streets overlaid or reconstructed. At the same time, other improvements would be considered: upgraded street lighting; landscaping such as additional trees or ornamental plantings; new street signs and other streetscaping; bicycle trails or sidewalks (where included in the City's Comprehensive Plan); neighborhood park improvements such as playground equipment replacement or upgrade; and distinctive neighborhood identifiers, such as signs, banners, entry monumentation, etc. This approach is the most effective way of making these improvements. The Reactive Approach ' The reactive approach would make improvements only as portions of the infrastructure fail. This piecemeal approach would be more costly in the long run. Mains would be repaired in bits and pieces, and the street excavated and patched or replaced numerous times. Because of the piecemeal approach, there would be no opportunity to fix storm drainage problems, which require adjusting the grade along the entire street. If the street is simply overlaid and the utilities not replaced, then that investment is lost when the street is excavated to fix utilities. 1 March 18, 1993 Page 1 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center The reactive approach does not address the main issue: that because of their existing condition, i the streets and utilities are becoming increasingly costly to maintain. It is currently estimated that the annual cost of providing basic street maintenance is about $600,000 and rising. Street ' patching costs alone are about $1,800 per mile. At the time Brooklyn Center contracted for development of a Pavement Management Program, an analysis was conducted, based on other cities' experiences, to determine a payback period for the expenditure. The city of Bloomington estimated the results of maintaining its streets according to past practice, compared to utilizing its PMP to determine the most cost - effective maintenance ' strategies. It was estimated that relying on past practice would result in an increase in the proportion of "problem" streets from 3 percent to more than 50 percent, and that they would pay 35 percent more on street maintenance over the coming 20 years than would be spent by implementing the recommendations of the PMP. The PMP analysis of the streets in this study area indicates that they should be either ' reconstructed, or improved by a major overlay. The PMP also indicates that if the streets are not overlaid or reconstructed that it is no longer cost - effective to maintain these streets. These streets should no longer be sealcoated, crack sealed, or patched. Television analysis of the sanitary ewers in the area indicates that about 80 percent of the sewer Y P main is in need of immediate replacement due to cracks, open joints, and extensive root infiltration. Many of the sewer services in the area also suffer from extensive root infiltration. An unknown number of sanitary sewer services in the area, perhaps up to 25 percent, were constructed with "orangeburg" material, which has caused service problems for a number of property owners. Sanitary sewer line repairs can cost a property owner $1,000- 3,500; service lines with root infiltration require periodic root sawing and cleaning, which can cost $50 -100 per visit. In summary, in the long run it will be much more costly to do nothing than to reconstruct the streets and utilities now. It will cost the individual property owners to have their sanitary sewer ' service lines repaired or replaced. The water and sanitary sewer utilities' construction funds will be depleted by small maiontenance projects, and rates will have to be increased. Eirther the streets will be "let fo," and no longer maintained, or the street maintenance budget will continue to increase to provide for an even higher level of maintenance. 1 March 18, 1993 Page 2 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center The 20 Year Neighborhood Improvement Program ' It is proposed that Brooklyn Center undertake a program of comprehensive infrastructure improvements, neighborhood by neighborhood. Given the size of the existing Engineering staff, it would be possible to reconstruct about four miles of streets and utilities per year. With about eighty miles of residential streets in the City, it should be possible to cover the entire city in about 20 years. ' As envisioned, this Neighborhood Improvement Program would comprehensively address all infrastructure needs: streets, drainage, utilities, street lighting, sidewalks /trails, landscaping, neighborhood parks, signs - everything which is needed to upgrade the functionality of the infrastructure and improve the appearance of the neighborhood. Pilot Project ' To demonstrate the types of improvements which could be accomplished, it is proposed to undertake a pilot project of approximately two miles. In selecting the most appropriate area for the project, both infrastructure needs and neighborhood needs were reviewed. ' Various other projects, primarily Housing and Redevelopment Authority and Economic Development Authority projects, have been directed at the Southeast neighborhood. Substantial funds have been spent in the area on housing rehabilitation grants, and buy -outs of substandard housing. The Southeast neighborhood is the target of the proposed Renter -to -Owner program. Comments from various sources, including the Maxfield housing study, indicate a need to provide other improvements to enhance the appearance of the neighborhood and differentiate it from Minneapolis to the south. ' Upon review with the City Council and the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee (EBNAC), the Southeast neighborhood was selected as the site for a potential pilot project. ' Please refer to Figure I for the Southeast Neighborhood Study Area. Following is a history of the progress of the development of a feasibility study for possible infrastructure improvements in the Southeast neighborhood: • October, 1991 Staff presented a report to Council which defined current street ' maintenance policy, and the costs associated with that policy. The report also recommended the initiation of a Pavement Management Program, and discussed the major elements of a possible street reconstruction program, including a process of citizen participation. • August, 1992 Staff recommended initiation of a two mile "pilot" street ' reconstruction program for implementation in 1993. The City Council ' March 18, 1993 Page 3 crr F o� rNr w F d lrrk doff Yrl r l'� _ t Imo] ) - wl_ I� u I I PAL LAKE i�ClGl��ILi = yL Ll 691 ' DOC AL ST REET INDEX _ r -���tE TIM i I F 3 r 5 L 1 1 1111 J , K - a �;F F ; ` m ...�� mm ' THE CITY OF SOUTHEAST S TUDY AREA ME 51 YN STUDY AREA - 1 CENTER FIG. I Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center adopted Resolution No. 92 -208 which authorized and directed staff to "assemble and develop such information as may be necessary to develop a reliable needs evaluation and cost estimates, financing ' options and feasibility reports for a comprehensive street improvement program... ". Council also directed staff to meet with the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee ( EBNAC). • September/ Staff met with the EBNAC and its "extended committee" members to October, 1992 present the concept of the development of a feasibility study for street and utility improvements in the Southeast Neighborhood. The EBNAC voted to recommend that staff proceed with the development of a feasibility study covering potential improvements between 53rd and ' 55th Avenues, from Centerbrook Golf Course to I -94. However, the committee also recommended that the initial stages of an improvement program specifically not include streets abutting property owners who ' were recently (1989) assessed for alley improvements. The City Council, by Resolution No. 92 -240, accepted proposals for the provision of project -level pavement design analysis and television inspection of the sanitary sewers in the Southeast neighborhood area. Residents in the proposed study area were mailed notification of the activities of Engineering Department personnel and contractors working on data collection and street and utility inspection necessary for the preliminary stages of a feasibility report. • October, 1992/ Engineering staff collected survey data from the area, compiled the February, 1993 information, and prepared cost estimates. Sanitary and storm sewers in the area were televised, and reviewed by Engineering, Street, and Utility Maintenance staff. Water mains were evaluated. The City's Pavement Management Program consultant completed evaluation of the streets in the area. • February, 1993 The City Council approved hiring an independent property appraiser, to assess the potential value added to the residential properties as a result of the proposed improvements. Also, staff met again with the EBNAC, to present the preliminary findings of the feasibility study. ' Specific concerns raised by the EBNAC or their guests included the exclusion of streets which abutted properties previously assessed for alley improvements, the replacement of orangeburg sewer services, ' the level of street lighting in the study area and availability of the findings of the study to residents throughout the City. At that meeting, the EBNAC formally recommended to the City Council that: 1) The City continue consideration of a Neighborhood Street Improvement Program; ' March 18, 1993 Page 5 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' 2) Public Hearings and /or informational meetings be held with consideration to the entire area previously presented as Area A and Area B; 3) The City approve the development of an Assessment Stabilization Program; and 4) Staff should compile additional information regarding upgrading street lighting within the Study Area. • March 2, 1993 The City Council, at its work session, received and discussed the ' preliminary findings of the feasibility study. The Council directed staff to investigate the feasibility of the burying the overhead power lines and different street lighting options. Also, it was the consensus of the Council to plan for parking on one side of the street only for Dupont & Logan Avenues, and to pursue Assessment Stabilization Program "B ". This report summarizes existing conditions and recommended street, sanitary sewer, watermain and storm sewer improvements within the study area. Cost estimates are presented for both the study area and for two possible pilot project areas. This report also contains information regarding potential street lighting and landscaping improvements. ' One major element of the feasibility study is to define the benefits of the program to affected properties and to use that information as a basis for proposed special assessments. This report will examine alternate approaches to spreading special assessments to benefitted properties, with ' the assistance of an independent real estate appraiser, hired to evaluate the potential benefit of the proposed improvements. March 18, 1993 Page 6 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' EXISTING CONDITIONS AND PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS ' Sanitary Sewer ' Existing Conditions The sanitary sewers within the Study Area were originally installed prior to 1960, with the majority of the work occurring in 1952 and 1953. These existing sanitary sewers vary in diameter from 6 to 9 inches, and all are short (2 -4 feet) sections of vitrified clay pipe, installed without gaskets. Most of these sewers are subject to modest, if not high levels of groundwater infiltration, which increases the costs which the City must ultimately pay for the metered conveyance and treatment of its sewage. In addition, similar to the streets, the sanitary sewers grades were fairly flat - a function of the original design of the residential subdivisions. Over the ' years, minor trench settlements, aggravated by the flat grades, have created numerous sags and low points in the sewer lines themselves. In addition, the sewers in the Study Area have historically required a high level of routine maintenance (i.e., tree root sawing and jetting ' (cleaning)) necessary because of the flat grades, sags, and the numerous now "open" joints which were originally constructed without gasket materials. ' The original sanitary sewer services between the sewer mains and the property lines were clay, cast iron or orangeburg, with plastic or PVC materials having been used for services added or replaced in the 70's and 80's. The homeowners within the Study Area have reported that they have incurred costs over the years for repair and maintenance of their sewer services, due to the growth of tree roots, blockages, settlements, collapse, etc. The highest potential for sewer service problems lies with those originally constructed with the "orangeburg" material. The exact location or extent of the orangeburg materials cannot be ascertained via the records available at the City; however discussions with property owners and other investigations in the area have indicated that potentially as many as 25 % of the sewer services could be orangeburg. ' Proposed Sanitary Sewer Im rovements -Im rovement Project No. 1993 -02 ' In late 1992, the City contracted for televised sewer inspections of all of the sanitary sewers in this Study. Area. The sanitary sewer system improvements and recommendations contained in this report are a result of a detailed analysis of these televised sewer inspections and records of City ' maintenance efforts in the study area. This study comprehends the complete replacement of those sanitary sewer mains deemed necessary by Public Works personnel. ' While there appears to be no capacity problems with regard to the sewers, the televised inspections revealed extensive amounts of pipe (75-80%) in need of replacement. As noted earlier in this report, many segments of the sanitary sewer in the study area suffer from grades ' which are now considered below the design standards for new sewer installations. The proposed sewer mains will be 8 or 10 inch diameter gasketed PVC pipe, laid at the maximum practical grades. The replacement of these sewers will require complete restoration of the overlying ' March 18, 1993 Page 7 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center streets, and in most cases, restoration of the turfed areas of the boulevards. In addition, the limits of the trench required for the sewer construction activities will overlap the areas occupied by the existing water mains and storm sewers. Also proposed is the replacement of all service connections, or "wyes ", and sewer services from the main in the street to the property line, whether or not the main is being replaced. These new service connections and 4 inch service pipes will also be constructed of gasketed PVC pipe. It is anticipated that the use of gasketed PVC pipe for sewer mains and services will essentially eliminate the problems of tree root invasion and groundwater infiltration evident now. ' Accordingly, we would expect a reduction in the expenditures by property owners and by City forces on the maintenance and cleaning of these facilities. Detailed cost estimates for sanitary sewer improvements are provided in Appendix B of this report. The funding for the sanitary sewer improvements as recommended in this report would be provided by the Public Utility Sanitary Sewer Fund. As noted earlier in this report, there exists a yet undetermined number of existing sanitary sewer services which were originally constructed with the "orangeburg" material. While the improvements proposed in this report would replace only the portion of those services between the main and the property line, it ultimately would be the property owner's responsibility, if necessary, to replace the portion lying between the property line and the house. Given enough interest by the property owners, it may be cost effective for a contractor hired by the City to perform the desired work on private ' property, coincident with a potential improvement project, and be paid for "up- front" by the City through its contract. The homeowners could then have the option of reimbursing the City through direct payment or additional special assessment. Please refer to Figure 2 for sanitary sewer improvements. March 18, 1993 Page 8 1 -7-7J NI 37d0S - ---- ------------ - I• ODZ! 009 D Of 009 �(�Jb'ON�O� d3�d X10111 S Nil 7YOO(V9 - --J0 .(110 3H1 j O SIN-7fl- 7AOYo Y-7M -79 AYVIINdS 91 N-7fl-7A 0YcAI Y -7N-79 Y V1 IN VS O�SOCIOYOI SI70db'_- -j'0 11110 �u �� IU UH �_ -1i-1 Hl --- uu uU, U_�u LIu �-_1u uu 1 -1 -- -- -- . - - — -- -- -- 'N '3AV a21�S m m m , m z r Q- v C ti A __ - -- - 'N '3AV HISS I N' Ad H S Ir ® ® I I® f N t3AV� H 9S � 1� F H �1 NT1 ; '3Ad H S �— b'��b' ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' Water Main Existing Conditions The water mains in the Study Area were originally installed between 1965 and 1973, after the ' majority of residential development was established in the area. These water mains were constructed of cast iron, which was the standard for water main construction during that period. Copper water services were extended from the mains in the streets to the property lines, there terminating at a curb stop, or water shut off. The individual property owners then hired plumbers to make the connection to the residence. All of the mains within this study area are 6 inches in diameter, and are adequately supplying the area and providing capacity for fire flow conditions. The Report on Water Works Facilities, prepared for the City by Black & Veatch in 1989, did not indicate any need for capacity related ' improvements for this area, given current and projected land uses. To date, the water system in this portion of the City has operated as expected, with a moderate level of routine maintenance. The City's Public Utility personnel have replaced hydrants, valves, etc. as needed, and there has been a fairly low frequency of water main breakages. Proposed Water Main Improvement- Improvement Project No. 1993 -03 As mentioned in a previous section of this report, the water distribution system within the Study Area has functioned adequately, and no capacity - related improvements are proposed. Last fall Public Utility personnel excavated and inspected various water main components in the study area, to determine whether the main exhibited any of the corrosion effects recently discovered in other parts of the City. The water mains examined showed little if any of the deterioration that we have encountered recently in other projects, and at this time we attribute the relatively good condition of the mains in the southeast area to the native granular soils and the possibly favorable cathodic conditions. Examination of the mapped water main breaks in recent years seems to support these conclusions; there has been a relatively low frequency of water main breaks /repairs in the Southeast neighborhood. Unfortunately, the above described sanitary sewer replacements will require the replacement of all water mains which lie adjacent to sewer reconstruction. The reason for this is that the limits of the sewer trench will include the area occupied by the existing cast -iron water mains, requiring the mains to be artificially supported throughout the duration of the sewer work. It has been our experience in recent years that in cases where cast -iron water pipes have been artificially supported during construction, and subsequently re- bedded and backfilled, that the trench settlements occurring over the next 1 to 5 years often exceed what the cast -iron can accommodate. This can ultimately result in a water main break, similar to the one which ' occurred on May 28, 1992, at the intersection of Humboldt Avenue and Freeway Boulevard In that case, the City had replaced a section of sanitary sewer in Freeway Boulevard, as a part of the improvement project in June, 1990, and left an existing adjacent cast -iron water main intact, March 18, 1993 Page 10 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center as it appeared to be sound. However, as was later revealed, the trench conditions created by the sewer replacement caused minor settlement of the water main, enough to ultimately cause the cast -iron pipe to break. It has been determined that the City subsequently spent approximately $12,800 to repair the broken water main and overlying street, whereas it would have cost approximately $1,200 to replace the cast -iron water main at the time the sewer was replaced, under a proactive, non - emergency condition. For this reason, this report recommends replacement of all water mains adjacent to proposed sewer reconstruction. All mains proposed for replacement will be 6 inch diameter ductile -iron pipe. This ductile -iron material has been found to be far more forgiving with regard to future settlements, and has become the accepted standard for water main installations in this area. Also, it is proposed that in the areas of water main replacement, the corresponding water service connections at the main, copper services and curb stops (water shut off) at the property lines be replaced as part of the improvements. Detailed cost estimates for water main improvements are provided in Appendix B of this report. The funding for the water main improvements recommended in this report would be provided by the Public Utility Water Fund, with no special assessment for public utility improvements. Please refer to Figure 3 for water main improvements. March 18, 1993 Page 11 ri r rr rr i■r rr rr r r +r r rr rr r r rr err �r rr SOUTHEAST STUDY AREA 56TH I AVE _; I IN•1 56TH (� 5U L\�EI_J --- - - -- i AVE. N. I I n I ��A i 1 , o ® II® l cR �I® EE Z C !) M 5H AV --A ui —, H- > N z x w m ¢ ¢ ¢ x , r k, • •� �' C.D C2 < �zo o a,!: m o 53RD AVE. N. 1 71 F17 Flrlll[�7, i7l I In FlF1 IT] 171, 17', 17, CITY OF MINNEAPOLIS FROFOSED XATEIWAIN I�FRD I/E�EIVTS 9 TERMAIN IMFRO VEMEIVTS THE CITY OF BROOKE r/v STUDY AREA BOUNDARY-- - 199M WIM 600 300 0 600 1200 mommemmiffimm CENTER offlommm SCALE IN FEET FIG. 3 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center Storm Drainage g ' Existiniz Conditions Approximately half of the streets within the Study Area have storm sewers in place. The majority of these storm sewers were installed in the early 1950's, with a few having been added by Street Department personnel throughout the 1960's. These existing storm sewers consist of combinations of concrete, corrugated metal and clay pipes, with inlets of various designs and casting s. The lack g typ e c of curbs and gutters on the streets has allowed for drainage patterns which have eroded the boulevards and caused localized flooding in some of the front yards, and the fact that the catch basins do not have curb box type inlets limits their ability to take in water. In addition, most of the existing lateral storm sewers are shallow in depth, which reduces their effectiveness during successive freeze -thaw periods. Storm runoff within the Stud Area is conveyed via laterals stems to a major trunk facility Y Y Y J within 55th Avenue, which serves the larger southeast part of the City and ultimately drains into ' the Mississippi River. The City is currently preparing Phase I of its Local Water Management Plan, and preliminary findings indicate that at least some portions of the trunk facility within 55th Avenue may not have adequate capacity for the established design storms. Therefore, this Study ' Area has purposely been established so as not to include any improvements within 55th Avenue, and no work will be proposed until the Water Management Plan better defines the scope of any necessary trunk improvements. Proposed Storm Drainage Improvement- Improvement Project No. 1993-04 The storm drainage improvements proposed in this study consist of replacement of any existing inlet or manhole structures and lateral storm sewer lines within the Study Area, and the addition of drainage facilities in streets which currently are not serviced by storm drainage system. The ' storm sewers would be reconstructed according to established engineering standards for maximum catch basin spacing, and at steeper grades and greater depths than what exist now, where practical. Detailed cost estimates for storm drainage improvements are provided in Appendix B of this report. The funding for the storm drainage improvements as recommended in this report would be provided by the Public Utility Storm Drainage Fund, with there being no proposed direct assessment for public utility improvements ' Please refer to Figure 4 for storm drainage improvements. 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All of the streets under consideration are currently classified as local, residential streets, with exception of Logan and Dupont Avenues, which are designated as part of Brooklyn Center's Municipal State Aid system, and Humboldt Avenue, which is a County State Aid route under the ' jurisdiction of Hennepin Count Currently in Count 5 y ear p rogram J P tY Y� P tY ram does not include Y P g improvements to Humboldt Avenue; therefore, it has been excluded from the Study Area. Additionally, in accordance with the recommendations of the Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee, the streets which abut properties which were assessed for the alley improvements of 1989 are specifically excluded from this study. Those omitted streets include ' Emerson and Fremont Avenues, between 53rd and 54th Avenues, and Girard Avenue between 54th and 55th Avenues. The existing streets in the area are predominantly flat, without any centerline crown remaining or curbs and gutters. The widths of these streets vary from 29 to 32 feet, with the average width being approximately 30 feet. Based on pavement coring performed late last year, it has been determined that the actual thickness of the existing pavements varies from 1.5 to 3.0 inches, with the average being approximately 2.25 inches. These streets are now showing fatigue and distress, particularly along the unprotected edge(s). The flat grades in the area contribute to standing water on the street after rains and during the spring thaw, especially at or near the ends of the residential driveways. ' The work performed on these streets since their original construction is best described as maintenance only. City street crews have faithfully patched potholes, cracks and other distressed areas throughout the years, and the area has been periodically been sealcoated, but no grade ' adjustments or structural -type improvements have been made. The flat grades inherent to the original design of the subdivisions, together with the lack of curbs and gutters, adequate drainage and the age of the underlying pavement have combined to degrade the integrity of the streets to the point where conventional maintenance is not the most cost effective, long term approach. ' Proposed Street Improvement- Improvement Project No. 1993-05 Preliminary results of the City's recently established Pavement Management Program indicate ' that major overlays or total reconstruction are the most cost effective long term solution for the streets in the area, and further that the City should "let these streets go" with regard the intensive maintenance that they will require until they are rehabilitated. ' It is the recommendation of this report that street improvements in the Study Area consist of total reconstruction. The consideration of the application of major overlays would have required a March 18, 1993 Page 15 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' greater thickness of asphalt than what actually exists, based on last fall's testing. Further, the overlay approach cannot offer much, if any, long term improvement considering the present drainage condition; the surface and base would ultimately suffer from the flat grades, etc. The sanitary sewer, water main and storm drainage improvements previously proposed in this report will require removal of approximately 70 to 80% of the existing asphalt driving surface, and total replacement of the streets at the time of utility reconstruction appears to be the most cost effective, long term approach. The street improvements proposed for the Study Area include total reconstruction of the existing residential streets, at a width of 31 feet. Those streets which are designated as a part of Brooklyn Center's State Aid system, Dupont and Logan Avenues, would be reconstructed at a width of 32 feet, according to minimum State Aid standards. To meet State Aid standards, these two streets would have to be posted for on- street parking on one side only. Currently parking is permitted on both sides. ' The reconstructed streets would provide for aggregate (gravel) base material, paver -laid asphalt surfacing at steeper grades and the installation of concrete curb and gutter. The construction of concrete curb and gutter on these streets is expected to have many positive effects: the reduction of maintenance costs associated with the pavement failures along the edge of the driving surfaces, ' the control of drainage and the reduction of boulevard erosion, better delineation and control of driveways, and a better definition of the driving surface and a margin of protection for ' pedestrians. The proposed street improvements also include construction of a new driveway apron for each driveway. While the streets could be reconstructed without concrete curb and gutter, the long term benefits to the neighborhood and the City far outweigh the initial costs of ' construction. Detailed cost estimates for street improvements are provided in Appendix B of this report. The ' funding for the street improvements as recommended in this report would be provided by the sale of General Obligation Bonds and State Aid funds. The General Obligation Bonds would be reimbursed by special assessments and by an ad valorem tax levy. A more detailed review of the ' proposed special assessments is provided later in this report. Please refer to Figures S and 6 for street improvements. March 18, 1993 Page 16 1 SOUTHEAST STUDY AREA �J 56TH I AVE I IN•1 I ssTH U 5L_6TH L\�EL N.I W I-1--- i 1 I i 0 ®I i I L_ q I® 5 H M AVEN. ' � -1 I � Z `x -� Z > w >' C� Z t-► Q w a w > w Q �. W r rn - - Q H. A V t r� z Z rn LLj LLj W ,� > > xji it ¢ y CD [J > > > > Q Z x H m Q ¢ Q Q x �, k � i i p CD C) m > > I— Z F - Q Q Q O z ' Q H S Cr OZ ,-'Z J >_ � i U J 7 i Q � ,.._ p O o U 53RD AVE. uil n ; p.n nFi, nn n .CITY OF MINNEAPOLIS PROPOSED STREET 11WFROVEIVENTS STREET 110 THE CITY OF STUDY AREA BOUNDARY BROOK 1 3 1_. - 600 1300 0 600 1200 CENTER SCALE IN FEET FIG 5 i ' 30' 30' 14.5' 15,5' 155 145 ` r �i .1� i B -618 CURB a GUTTER ' 2 1 /2" BITUM. 6 CL. 5 GRAVEL TYPICAL 31' RESIDENTIAL STREET R/W 33' 33' TRAVELED WAY 16.5' g' 12' 12' 16.5' 6" 4 6" I TYPICAL PARKING ;B -618 LANE - ONE SIDE ' CURB a GUTTER 3 1/2" BITUM. TYPICA `8° CL. 5 GRAVEL MINIMUM STATE AID STANDARD ' (LOGAN 8 DUPONT AVENUES NO.) 132' FACE TO FACEL THE CITY OF SOUTHEAST STUDY AREA BROOKE YN DETA IL S C EN TER 0 10 20 FIG. 6 SCALE IN FEET Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' Other Improvements ' Street Li hting The existing street lighting within the Study Area consists of NSP's standard installation of a ' twenty-five foot high wood pole / "cobra head" type fixture with overhead power lines, located at each street corner, and in a few instances at mid -block locations. These existing fixtures are leased to the City, the cost of which is included with the costs for electric service and paid for ' from the General Fund budget. Staff has been directed by the City Council and EBNAC to examine the costs of an increased level of street lighting within the Study Area. Accordingly, this report comprehends three optional levels of street lighting improvements: Alternative 1) The perpetuation of the existing lighting fixtures at corners, with the addition of fixtures at all mid -block locations. Alternative 2) The replacement of existing fixtures with shoebox type fixtures, at the corners and at mid block locations. Alternative 3) The replacement of existing fixtures with a blend of shoebox and ornamental lantern type fixtures, with shoebox fixtures at the corners and ' ornamental fixtures evenly spaced throughout the length of the block. Alternative 1 involves merely adding cobra head fixtures on wood poles with overhead power ' lines to the mid -block locations which are currently unlit, for a total of 21 new installations in the Study Area. These fixtures could either be purchased (and installed) outright by the City, or leased, similar to existing policy. This approach would effectively increase the number of lighting ' fixtures in the Study Area by approximately 70 %, and increase the City's General Fund lighting costs in the Study Area from $ 3,204 per year to $ 5,700 per year, assuming that these new cobra head fixtures were leased from NSP. Alternative 2 involves the removal of 27 existing lighting fixtures, and replacing them with twenty-five foot high shoebox type fixtures, with fiberglass poles and buried power lines. These ' fixtures would be located at corners and mid -block locations, and could be either purchased by the City, or leased, similar to existing policy. This approach would consist of the installation of approximately 48 new shoebox fixtures. Assuming that these shoebox fixtures were leased from NSP, the increase in the City's General Fund expenditure for street lighting in the Study Area would be from $ 3,204 per year to $ 9,852 per year. Alternative 3 would involve replacing the existing fixtures with a combination of ornamental and shoebox type fixtures. The pattern recommended would be twenty-five foot high shoebox fixtures at the intersections and fifteen foot high ornamentals spaced throughout each block. ' Assuming that the shoebox fixtures were leased, and the ornamentals purchased (explained below), the increase in the City's General Fund expenditure for street lighting in the Study Area would be from $ 3,204 per year to $ 11,844 per year. March 18, 1993 Page 19 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center The above analysis assumes that, where possible, the City would continue to lease lighting fixtures and pay NSP its "leased rate," a higher rate for electric service, cleaning, maintenance, etc. which also serves to reimburse NSP for its original cost to supply and install the fixtures. ' If a customer (in this case the City) pays for or provides the light fixtures, NSP offers its substantially lower "Group V Rate" for electric service, cleaning, etc, with the difference in the rates effectively being the cost of amortizing the initial costs for installing the lights. Because the ' higher leased rate is ultimately accounted for in the City's budget for street lighting, and the addition or upgrade of street lighting should be construed as a direct benefit to the adjacent property owners, there is merit for an approach to street lighting in which the City would pay for the lighting fixtures "up- front," at the time of street improvements and as a project cost according to the existing policy for the assessment of street improvement costs. The City could then enjoy the lower Group V Rate for service, and thereby decrease the monthly General Fund expenditure ' for street lighting. It must also be pointed out that ornamental lighting fixtures generally cannot be leased from NSP, and the implementation of Alternative 3 above (or any configuration involving ornamental fixtures) will require the City to purchase at least some number of fixtures anyway. TABLE 1 SUMMARY OF GENERAL FUND COSTS FOR STREET LIGHTING IN STUDY AREA ' OPTION A: NSP OWNED OPTION B: CITY OWNED ALTERNATE FIXTURE NUMBER TYPE OF COST PER TOTAL COST PER TOTAL FIXTURES FIXTURE ANNUAL FIXTURE ANNUAL PER LEASE PER MONTH MAINT. MONTH. COST COST Existing Cobra Head 27 $9.90 $3,204 N/A N/A ' Alt. 1 Cobra Head 48 $9.90 $5,702 $5.25 $3,024 Alt.2 Shoebox 48 $17.10 $9,850 $5.25 $3,024 Alt.3 Shoebox 27 $17.10 $5,540 $5.25 $1,701 Ornamental 100 $5.25 $6,300 $5.25 $6,30 0 Total 127 $11,840 $8,001 NOTE: The 1993 General Fund budget for street lighting is $146,500. Based on the above analyses, it is recommended that costs for the up -front purchase and installation of any additional lighting fixtures be included with street improvement costs for the Study Area. While the effect of such a policy will result in increases in total project costs and proposed special assessments to the benefiting properties, the policy also will result in a reduction in the City's potential annual General Fund expenditure for street lighting. Assuming that the March 18, 1993 Page 20 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center City elects to include the costs of purchasing and installing lighting fixtures as a street improvement cost, the following table shows the estimated effect of the three lighting alternatives upon the average proposed special assessment: ' TABLE 2 SUMMARY OF CAPITAL COST FOR STREET LIGHTING IN STUDY AREA ' INCREASED ALTERNATE FIXTURE NEW STREET ESTIMATED SPECIAL TYPE LIGHTS PROJECT ASSESSMENT ' COST PER FRONT FOOT Existing Cobra Head 0 0 0 Alt. 1 Cobra Head 21 $ 39,154 + $0.57 1 Alt. 2 Shoebox 48 $ 80,188 + $1.16 Alt. 3 Shoebox /ornamental 127 $ 364,580 + $5.28 ' Detailed cost estimates for the above described street lighting alternatives are included in g g Appendix A of this report. Landscaping/Streetscaping Staff has been directed to investigate the feasibility of various landscaping /streetscaping options that may be applicable within the Study Area. The Southeast neighborhood is an older, established area of Brooklyn Center sharing a border with Minneapolis. The homes are typically Cape Cod, craftsman, folk, and ranch styles. There is ample evidence of pride of ownership based on the craftsman -like modifications and enhancements made to many of the homes — stenciling, trellises, etc. Bellvue Park is located primarily in the interior of a long block fronting on 55th Street. There are seven entry points to the neighborhood that probably has the greatest visibility due to traffic volume and location, i.e., the intersection of 53rd Street and 4th Street at the very southeast corner of the neighborhood, both ends of Bryant Avenue (at 53rd and 55th Street) both ends of Humboldt Avenue (at 53rd and 55th Street) and both ends of Logan Avenue (the very northwest and southwest corners of the neighborhood). Several options for landscape /streetscape enhancements have been considered as part of this ' report, each of which are discussed briefly below. 1. Boulevard Tree Plantings - Many elms and other mature boulevard trees already exist along March 18, 1993 Page 21 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' many of this neighborhood's streets as well as many smaller recent replacement plantings. Some open segments do exist and would benefit from street trees. A street tree planting plan should be reviewed after the street and curb improvements are made to accurately assess what will be needed. At this time there does not appear to be an immediate need to undertake a large scale tree planting program as a part of the immediate project. ' 2. Plant Amenities in the Right Of Way - Any proposed landscape improvements will need to occur in the right of way. These spaces are very linear in nature, are closely associated with on- street parking, and winter snow storage. Any large scale plantings such as shrubs or flowers would be adversely affected by snow storage and may be obstacles to visual and physical access to vehicles parked at curbside. Further, these features typically have above average maintenance requirements. At this time, public planting of shrubs or flowers in the ' right of way of the Study Area is not recommended. 3. Paving Surfaces - Interesting effects generally can be achieved with special paving materials and colors, however, this is not considered a cost effective element since, in order to create a unifying effect throughout the entire neighborhood, a great quantity of paving material would be needed. Further, these surfaces are most visible only in the non -snow seasons so their ' value is limited. 4. Street Signs - Creating a custom - designed street sign with street name plus an identifying ' elements such as a special color, symbol, name, etc. would be a highly visible, non - cluttering (since street signs exist already) element that could enhance the neighborhood unity and identity. Further, the street sign poles themselves would be considered as "street furniture" ' and could be ornamental in nature. 5. Entry Monuments - To further highlight the neighborhood, specially designed, attractive, ' heavy timber, or stone /concrete monuments placed at each of the seven most visible arrival points would blend with and synthesize the neighborhood character. This same element could then be repeated in a possibly grander statement at Bellvue Park. The nature of these would ' be subject to further design but initial visualization would suggest they provide a amenity which is free of maintenance or negative resident perception. ' 6. Other Street Furniture - Considered, but not pursued, were benches (vandalism, inappropriate in residential areas, etc.), symbolic corner marking with short decorative fencing (often competes with owner's fence), and bollards (seem inappropriate in lawn areas). In summary, the applications of enhanced street signage and entry monuments appear to be the most appropriate within the Southeast Neighborhood. Accordingly, a preliminary allowance of ' $25,000 has been included in the street improvements costs for the Study Area. The exact level of landscape /streetscape amenities which would ultimately be included in a project in this area could be determined after further direction by the Council. March 18, 1993 Page 22 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center Park Improvements The neighborhood park in this Study Area is Bellvue Park. No major improvements are scheduled at this time for this park. However, several maintenance improvements can be programmed in conjunction with the neighborhood improvement project. These include: • Paint shelter building, and replace and paint the siding on the front of the building; • Trim all trees as necessary; • Remove the animal swings and replace them with tot swings; and ' • Consider upgrading apparatus and recreational facilities in 1994. Sidewalk /Trail Improvements The City's Sidewalk and Trail Plan includes an on- street trail along Bryant Avenue, from 53rd Avenue northward. This on- street trail can be accommodated with the improvements proposed for Bryant Avenue without any need for additional widening of the road. Design standards suggest that the current and projected traffic volumes are not high enough to warrant geometric revisions to the proposed roadway. It is anticipated that a bike lane could be created simply with pavement markings, while continuing to allow on- street parking on both sides of the street. The Sidewalk and Trail Plan also identifies the locations of existing sidewalks. No sidewalk ' improvements are specifically proposed by this report other than the possible replacement of damaged sections of existing sidewalk. Please refer to Figure 7 for the City's Sidewalk and Trail Plan. Special Neighborhood Concerns It has been suggested that consideration be given to creating one or more "gateway" type ' imporvements in the neighborhood. As discussed above in the section on landscaping, there are few opportunities to provide for distinctive boulevard improvements aside from signage. It is recommended that any "gateway" considerations be placed on hold pending development of a "gateway theme," consistent with proposals at other gateways on Brooklyn Boulevard and the freeway entrances to the city. ' March 18, 1993 Page 23 SOUTHEAST STUDY AREA ..... 177777 r. N ( CP .'f N f 1 Y 1 1; k ........... t..!!b"^— i , 111V 1 I I I - --- ------ -------- -- V4 UPPED TUR , 1 n �/ �v/M (� /�yJ p ry/ ° o W O C M W L 11 N nn l e�yy7��/Z��Q�y�771/pp1/QL//�//�/nl Pa SIDEWALKS EXISTING ON STREET TRAILS >, EXISTING OFF STREET TRAILS PROPOSED ON STREET TRAILS ' - PROPOSED OFF STREET TRAILS MAP li __......_... ...... ..... ........ .............. '___ _ ...__... ........... o V rf000yo o : ��T Comprehensive Plan FIG. 7 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS ' The table below summarizes the estimated project costs of the proposed public improvements which would serve the Study Area. All costs shown contain contingencies and add -ons for legal, administration and engineering expenses. The estimated costs are based on typical bid prices in Brooklyn Center and can be related to an Engineering News Record Construction Cost Index for Minneapolis as of January, 1993. (That index was 5071.) Detailed cost estimates for all improvements are included in Appendix A. TABLE 3 ' ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS SOUTHEAST NEIGHBORHOOD STUDY AREA ' STREET STORM SANITARY WATER TOTAL ' Est. Construction Cost $1,183,634 $144,372 $305,220 $365,111 $1,998,337 Lighting (Alt. 2) $59,136 $59,136 Landscape /Streetscape $25,000 $25,000 Construction contingency (20 %) $253,55 4 28 87 $61,044 $73,022 $416.494 Construction subtotal $1,521,324 $173,246 $366,264 $438,133 $ 2,498,967 ' Legal, Admin., Engineering (13 %) IL2Z,772 22 522 47 614 56 957 $324,865 Total Estimated Project Cost $1,719,096 $195,768 $413,878 $495,090 $ 2,823,832 These cost estimates represent the total costs of improving the approximately 3 miles of street included in the total Study Area. It is recommended that following the public hearing, the scope of the 1993 project be reduced to a "pilot project" of approximately 2 miles. The cost of a pilot ' project will depend on which streets are selected for improvements. However, we estimate those total project costs as being in the range of $1,600,000 to $1,800,000. March 18, 1993 Page 25 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' AFFECTED PROPERTIES The properties shown in the shaded area below would be impacted by the special assessments proposed in this report for Brooklyn Center Improvement Project No. 1993 -05, Street Improvements for Southeast Neighborhood Study Area. These properties will require notification of Public Hearing. It is noted that the ro erties which were affected b assessments for Improvement Project Nos. p P Y P J 1989 -15 and 1989 -16, Alley Paving, are not shown as affected properties. Also, the residential ' properties which have previously been assessed for improvements to 53rd Avenue have been excluded. 56TH I AVE _i L IN.1 L LJ ' L L\�1 -NJ t l_1 J L AVF- N. o '® a ®[I — j E33 93 EEJ ' S H AV . N. _ -- 55TH V 1 =4 rn 0 v i y ' ] E 53RD AVE. CITY OF MINNEAPOLIS March 18, 1993 Page 26 2 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center EVALUATION OF BENEFITS, ASSESSMENT STABILIZATION PLAN, AND FINANCING It is proposed that the improvements detailed in this study be funded from a combination of sources. It is appropriate that utility improvements be financed from the respective public utility ' funds reserved for capital projects. About 30 percent of the street improvement cost would be charged to the abutting property owners as special assessments; the remaining 70 percent would be funded from general obligation bonds and Municipal State Aid (as reimbursement of the costs of improving Logan and Dupont Avenues, which are designated as part of the City's State Aid street network). Financing Utility Improvements ' The costs of constructing utility improvements would be funded by the water utility fund, the sanitary sewer utility fund, and the storm drainage utility fund. Estimates of the cost of a pilot ' program have been included in the 1993 rate study and the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). If the city embarks on a 20 year program those costs would be estimated each year and included in each year's rate study and CIP, along with other contemplated capital improvements. ' Street Improvements ' The cost of street improvements would be funded by a combination of sources: special assessments, general obligation bonds, and regular and local municipal state aid. Special Assessments As discussed above, it is proposed to assess the abutting property owners 30 percent of the cost ' of street improvements. That assessment would be charged on a front foot basis, with a maximum residential frontage charge of 70 feet. Non - residential properties would be assessed a rate per square foot. The assessment rate in the study area as proposed would be a maximum of $24 per front foot (see Appendix B for detailed calculations). This rate comprehends street improvements only. Any additional assessment for street lighting or other amenities is not shown here. The range of residential lot sizes in the area is 37 feet to 126 feet. The range of assessments would be $888 to $1,680. General Obligation Bonds ' The cost of street improvements is proposed to be financed from Municipal State Aid street funds and general obligation bonds, pursuant to Chapter 429 of Minnesota Statutes Municipalities may issue GO bonds to finance public improvements without referendum approval, provided at least March 18, 1993 Page 27 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center 20 percent of the cost of the project is funded by special assessments. As proposed in this study, approximately 30 percent of the street improvement costs would be financed by special assessments. The remaining 70 percent would be financed by General Fund tax levy financed GO bonds. Municipal State Aid ' Logan Avenue and Dupont Avenue are designated Municipal State Aid routes. Brooklyn Center may reimburse itself from state aid funds for the cost of reconstructing those streets, provided those streets meet state aid construction standards. This reimbursement would be deposited in the local state aid account to finance other improvements. ' Local Municipal State Aid As discussed above, if approved it is proposed to fund the first year of the assessment stabilization program from the Local State Aid fund. Funding Sources For Proposed Improvements ' Storm Drainage Utility Sanitary Sewer Utility 7% 14% Bonds/ State Aid 44% Water Utility ' 19% Special Assessments Assessment Stabilization 12% 4% i 1 March 18, 1993 Page 28 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' EVALUATION OF BENEFITS "Special assessments are intended to reflect the influence of a specific local improvement upon the value of the property. No matter what particular formula or method is used to ' establish the amount of the assessment, the real measure of benefits is the increase in the market value of the land as a result of the improvement. " League of Minnesota Cities - Improvement Guide Under state statute, the amount of the special assessment to be levied to individual properties may not exceed the amount of benefit to the property. In other words, the market value of the land must increase by at least the amount of the special assessment. An independent appraiser has evaluated the impact on property value of street improvements as ' proposed in this pilot project. Five properties in the Southeast neighborhood were analyzed: a 40 foot lot; a 75 foot lot; a lot abutting a park; a lot abutting a concrete alley; and a deep lot near I94. The appraisal process included comparing sales of properties located on streets of similar age and appearance with sales of similar properties with street improvements. Please refer to Appendix C for more detailed information regarding the appraisals. The results of these appraisals indicate that, at least in the Southeast neighborhood, the amount of benefit from the proposed street improvements varies by size of lot. The lowest benefit was estimated for a 40 foot wide lot, while the highest benefit was estimated for a 75 foot wide lot. It is current city policy to assess on a per unit basis —that is, charge the same amount per buildable parcel, regardless of size. Based on the appraiser's findings, it appears more ' appropriate in a neighborhood such as the Southeast, with a great variety in size of lots, to base an assessment policy on a front foot charge. A majority of the cities which have assessed residential street improvement projects in the past five years have used a front footage policy. In the Southeast neighborhood, lots range in size from 37 feet to 126 feet. The appraisals conducted in this area, while showing a differential benefit based on lot size, do not suggest that the largest lot has three times the benefit of the smallest. ' To recognize this, it is appropriate to establish a maximum footage to be assessed. In the preliminary stages of the study, the unit assessment rate was estimated as $1,523. If the maximum front footage is established as 70 feet, then the per front foot rate would be $24. ' The maximum assessment, then, would be $24 x 70 front feet, or $1,680. This does not exceed the benefit to larger properties estimated by the appraiser as ranging from $1,800 to $2,400. The assessment to a 40 foot lot would be $24 x 40, or $960. This does not exceed the benefit to 40 foot properties in this neighborhood, estimated by the appraiser as $1,000. ' March 18, 1993 Page 29 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ASSESSMENT STABILIZATION The current assessment policy includes a provision to assist senior citizens and disabled persons ' with payment of special assessments. Because that option offers limited relief to only a few property owners, it is the recommendation of this report that a program of Assessment Stabilization be formally adopted to assist low income homeowners with payment of special assessments. Assessment Deferral The Assessment Deferral program is available by state statute to senior citizens and persons retired due to total and permanent disability. This program provides that qualifying homeowners may defer until sale of the property a portion of the special assessment. The maximum annual payment required of qualifying property owners would be 1 /z percent of their annual income. 1 Assessment Stabilization As recommended, the Assessment Stabilization program would provide financial assistance to homeowners whose family income is less than the HUD "lower income", guideline (in 1992 $30,900 for a family of two). Under the proposed program, the City would reimburse 100 percent of the special assessment for homeowners whose income is less than the "very low" HUD income guideline (in 1992 $20,400 for a family of two), and a prorated amount on a sliding scale based on income for homeowners whose income is greater than the very low guideline and less than the lower income guideline. These HUD income guidelines, which are required to be used in the administration of the housing rehabilitation grant program, vary by size of household. ' The program as recommended might provide financial assistance for just over one -third of all homesteaded, R -1 properties. ' Assuming (1) all residential streets in the entire city are reconstructed over a 20 -year period, and (2) a unit assessment of $1,523: • An estimated 2,700 homeowners out of 7,420 homesteaded, single family properties might be eligible; • The total cost of the program during the 20 -year period is estimated to be about $3.1 million; ' • If 7,420 properties were assessed $1.523 each, then the Assessment Stabilization program as proposed would finance about 27 percent of the total cost to be assessed; • The annual cost, assuming a four mile improvement project, would vary but is estimated as $110,000 - 160,000; March 18, 1993 Page 30 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' • For a two mile project within the study area, it is estimated that about 60 homeowners would be eligible, and that the cost might be about $70,000. 1 No permanent funding source has been established. It is proposed for the first year of the program that the reimbursement be funded from the Local State Aid fund. Potential sources of funds for future years might be: CDBG funds; franchise fees; local option sales tax; or transportation utility, if approved. March 18, 1993 Page 31 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center SUGGESTED CONSTRUCTION PHASING It is recommended that the first year of the City's 20 year Neighborhood Street Improvement ' Program be a "pilot project" consisting of comprehensive neighborhood improvements for approximately two miles of streets in the Southeast neighborhood. While the ultimate intention of the 20 year program is to cover four miles of streets (and corresponding utilities) per year, it is recommended that the first year's program be limited to 2 miles. Accordingly, the costs developed for the Study Area (approximately 3 miles of streets) have been configured below to represent two possible first year pilot programs; Area A and Area B. ' Please refer to Figures 8 & 9 for Areas A and B. The estimated project costs for an approximate 2 mile first year "pilot program" in Areas A and B are contained in the tables below. ' TABLE 3: ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS - AREA A STREET STORM SANITARY WATER TOTAL Est. Construction Cost $731,703 $89,471 $185,196 $242,051 $1,248,421 Lighting (Alt. 2) $39,424 $39,424 Landscape /Streetscape $20,000 $20,000 Construction Contingency (20 %) $158,225 $17,894 $37,03 9 $48,410 $261,568 Construction Subtotal $949,352 $107,365 $222,235 $290,461 $1,569,413 Legal, Admin., Engineering (13 %) $123,416 $13,957 28 890 $37,760 204 023 ' TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST $1,072,768 $121,322 $251,125 $328,221 $1,773,436 1 TABLE 4: ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS - AREA B ' STREET STORM SANITARY WATER TOTAL Estimated Construction Cost $694,318 $69,378 $177,758 $196,572 $1,138,026 1 Lighting (Alt.2) $39,424 $39,424 Landscape /Streetscape $20,000 $20,000 Construction Contingency (20%) $150,748 $13,876 $35,552 $39,31 4 239 490 Construction Subtotal $904,490 $83,254 $213,310 $235,886 $1,436,940 Legal, Admin., Engineering (13 %) $117,584 119.823 JZZ730 30 665 186 802 TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST $1,022,074 $94,077 $241,040 $266,551 $1,623,742 March 18, 1993 Page 32 n ti 0 O O O o � O ti O 0 LOGAN � �N. _ CA ' KNOX 1 = AVE. N. = AML = . D J AMES VE. N. m — 1 IRVING N z HUMBOLDT A E GIRARD AVE. t -- FRE_ MONT AVE. P TIN 1 1 � ' � EMER�S�� T � T ON AVE. t� - m m rr a � � DUPONT gy AVE_N h COLFAX BRYANT AVE_ F CAMDEN z ,,IssTS _o -o � �l C� � 1 'm O [z I L i Xl i ........... ............ Hr, Ht ff- L CTI D � D ' z ! o! ! _C Ell c rD z ALDRICH D ® ®® F IL� o�� � E fl I� r r C L1_I I J I I I I I I 1! I i it I' O O a o � O a o ' C 0 ° o 0 0 Ht ff- L CTI D � D ' z ! o! ! _C Ell c rD z ALDRICH D ® ®® F IL� o�� � E fl I� r r C L1_I I J I I I I I I 1! I i it I' GIRARD AVE. N. 77 1 FR_E_MONT AVE. N. J 1 I EMERS� 0 NAVE N �[� DUPONT Tl T AVE. N. o COLFAX AVE. N. � I ! I �' CAMDEN AVE. N. z 1 Mimi Lill GIRARD AVE. N. 77 1 FR_E_MONT AVE. N. J 1 I EMERS� 0 NAVE N �[� DUPONT Tl T AVE. N. o COLFAX AVE. N. � I ! I �' CAMDEN AVE. N. z 1 Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center PROJECTED SCHEDULE FOR A TWO MILE PILOT PROGRAM Staff Meeting with Earle Brown Neighborhood Advisory Committee ...... February 23, 1993 City Council Work Session .. ............................... March 2, 1993 City Council Receives Feasibility Report, Orders Public Hearing, ' directs Staff to hold Informational Meeting With Residents of Area ........ March 22, 1993 ' Publication of Public Hearing, Notices Mailed to Affected Properties ....... March 31, 1993 ' Staff Conducts Neighborhood Meeting ..................... Week of April 5, 1993 Public Hearing — Special Council Meeting .................. Week of April 19, 1993 Council Approval of Project and Order the Preparation of Plans and Specifications .. ............................... April 26, 1993 City Council Approval of Plans and Specifications, and Direct Advertisement for Bids ..... ............................... May 24, 1993 City Council Acceptance of Bid and Award of Contract ................ June 28, 1993 Construction Begins .......... ............................... July, 1993 Construction Completed .... ............................... October, 1993 Assessment Hearing ...... ............................... September, 1994 March 18, 1993 Page 35 ' Southeast Study City of Brooklyn Center ' SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS ' This study and report for the Southeast Neighborhood Study Area, Improvement Projects 1993- 02,1993 -03 1993 -04 and 1993 -05, indicates that the construction of the proposed improvements is ' technically feasible, and will benefit the properties proposed to be assessed. Based on this study and report, it is hereby recommended that: ' 1. The City Council accept the feasibility report and order the public hearing. ' 2. Based on the public hearing, the City Council select an approximate two (2) mile "pilot program ", as detailed in this report, for construction beginning in 1993. ' 3. The City Council formally adopt an Assessment Stabilization program to provide financial assistance to homeowners with family income less than the HUD lower income threshold. ' 4. The assessment rate for single family residential parcels in the Study Area be established as a rate per front foot, with a maximum frontage to be assessed of 70 feet. 1 5. The City Council select a street lighting alternative as provided for in this report. 1 . March 18, 1993 Page 36 SOUTHEAST NEIGHBORHOOD STUDY STUDYAREA 16— Mar -93 ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS E: \ENG \PROJECT\AREACOST STREET DESIGNATION STIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS STREET I STORM I SANITARY WATERMAIN TOTAL ESTIMAT 4TH STREET NO. $105,600.69 $5,000.00 $110,600.69 CAMDEN AVE. NO. $108,268.69 $23,896.00 $29,492.00 $45,627.75 $207,284.44 BRYANT AVE. NO. $107,808.69 $20,220.00 $23,908.00 $27,155.00 $179,091.69 C0LFAX AVE. NO. $94,292.50 $20,502.50 $37,497.50 $47,076.00 $199,368.50 DUPONT AVE. NO. $108,799.69 $5,375.00 $36,564.00 $48,679.50 $199,418.19 EMERSON AVE.NO. $48,942.50 $2,560.00 $16,250.00 $24,920.00 $92,672.50 FREMONT AVE. NO. $44,041.50 $4,870.00 $20,968.50 $25,325.00 $95,205.00 GIRARD AVE.NO. $42,090.00 $7,047.00 $20,516.00 $23,267.50 $92,920.50 IRVING AVE.NO. $93,045.50 $15,454.00 $24,490.00 $47,168.25 $180,157.75 JAMES AVE.NO. $120,236.75 $10,158.00 $33,278.00 $1,942.00 $180,157.75 KNOXAVE.NO. $81,276.75 $17,420.00 $35,677.00 $44,508.25 $178,882.00 LOGAN AVE. NO. $128,315.00 $11,869.00 $26,578.50 $29,441.25 $196,203.75 54TH AVE. NO. (LOGAN TO HUMB.) $64,511.25 $64,511.25 54TH AVE. NO. (NUMB. TO DUPONT) $71,858.25 $71,858.25 SUBTOTAL $1,219 $144,371.60 $305,219.50 $365,110.50 > $2.048.332.2 CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY 20% $243 $28 $61 $73 $409 CONSTRUCTION SUBTOTAL 1 462., $173,245.80 ` $366 '' 438'! 132.60 -- 42 , 457 998. LEGAL ADMIN. , ENGINEERING 13% $190,177.69 22 521.95 47 614.24 56 957.24 $319,539. TOTAL ESTIMA PROJECT COST $1,653 1 95 767:75 413 ``877.64 '' 495'089 2 777;53 SOUTHEAST NEIGHBORHOOD STUDY AREA A 16— Mar -93 ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS _ E:\ENG\ W R_E_A_A__ STREET DESIGNATION PSTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS STREET I STORM I S ANITA RY WATE RMA TOTAL ESTIMAT 4TH STREET NO. $105,600.69 $5,000.00 $110,600.69 CAMDEN AVE. NO. $108,268.69 $23,896.00 $29,492.00 $45,627.75 $207,284.44 BRYANT AVE. NO. $107,808.69 $20,220.00 $23,908.00 $27,155.00 $179,091.69 COLFAX AVE. NO. $94,292.50 $20,502.50 $37,497.50 $47,076.00 $199,368.50 DUPONT AVE. NO. $108,799.69 $5,375.00 $36,564.00 $48,679.50 $199,418.19 EMERSON AVE. NO. $48,942.50 $2,560.00 $16,250.00 $24,920.00 $92,672.50 FREMONT AVE. NO. $44,041.50 $4,870.00 $20,968.50 $25,325.00 $95,205.00 GIRARD AVE. NO. $42,090.00 $7,047.00 $20,516.00 $23,267.50 $92,920.50 54TH AVE. NO. (NUMB TO DUPONT) $71,858.25 $71,858.25 S UBTOTAL 731 702.5 _ 89 470.5 185 1.96,00 _$ 242,050 .75 ._ _ 1,2 48,419.76 CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY 20% $146 $17,894.10 $37 $48 . 5 $24 9,683.95 CONSTRUCTION SUBTOTAL $878-043-01 S107 364.60 222;2 35.20 290 460.90_ $1.49 LEGAL ADMIN. , ENGINEERING 13% $114,145.59 $13,957.40 28 890.58 $37,759 .92 TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST 9 92L188'.6 0 4121 322:00: 251„125:78 328 220.8 $1,692,857.19 - - SOUTHEAST NEIGHBORHOOD STUDY 16- Mar -93 AREA B ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS _ E: \ENG \PROJECT\AREAB STREET DESIGNATION STIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS STREET STORM I SANITARY Al ERMAIN TO EST IMATE LOGAN AVE. NO. $128,315.00 $11,869.00 $26,578.50 $29,441.25 $196,203.75 KNOX AVE. NO. $81,276.75 $17,420.00 $35,677.00 $44,508.25 $178,882.00 JAMES AVE. NO. $120,236.75 $10,158.00 $33,278.00 $1,942.00 $165,614.75 IRVING AVE. NO. $93,045.50 $15,454.00 $24,490.00 $47,168.25 $180,157.75 54TH AVE. NO. ( LOGAN TO HUMB) $64,511.25 $64,511.25 54TH AVE. NO. (HUMB. TO DUPONT) $71,858.25 $71,858.25 EMERSON AVE. NO. $48,942.50 $2,560.00 $16,250.00 $24,920.00 $92,672.50 FREMONT AVE. NO. $44,041.50 $4,870.00 $20,968.50 $25,325.00 $95,205.00 GIRARD AVE. NO. $42,090.00 $7,047.00 $20,516.00 $23,267.50 $92,920.50 SUBTOTAL t69 $69,3 7 $177,75 11 1 13802 5.75 CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY 20% $138 $13,875.60 $35 $39,314.45 $227 CONSTRUCTION SUBTOTAL 833 181.00 $83 213 309.60 2 1` 365,630.9 0 LEGAL ADMIN. , ENGINEERING 13% $108,313.53 $10,822.97 27 730.25 30 665.27 177 532.02 TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST 4.531 $94,076.57 9.85'' 26 6;551.97 t`'543'162.92 ESTIMATED COSTS FOR STREET LIGHTING Alternative 1 Adding Cobra Head fixtures at currently unlit mid -block locations. ' 21 Locations @ $ 1,375 per installation _ $ 28,875 20% Contingency - wiring, transformers, unforeseen $ 5,775 Construction Subtotal $34,650 13% Legal, Admin., Engineering 4 504 ' Total Estimated Project Cost $39,154 Alternative 2 Shoebox type fixtures at street corners and mid -block locations. ' 48 Locations @ $ 1,232 per installation = $ 59,136 20% Contingency - wiring, transformers, unforeseen = $ 11,827 ' Construction Subtotal $70,963 ' 13% Legal, Admin., Engineering $ 9,225 Total Estimated Project Cost $80,188 Alternative 3 ' Combination of shoebox (at corners) and ornamental (5 per block) fixtures. ' 27 Locations @ $ 1,232 per installation $33,264 100 Locations @ $ 2,356 per installation $235,600 20% Contingency - wiring, transformers, unforeseen $ 53,773 Construction Subtotal $322,637 13 % Legal, Admin., Engineering $ 41,943 Total Estimated Project Cost $364,580 ' March 18, 1993 ASSESSMENT CALCULATIONS Residential ' (A) Estimated street improvement cost, entire study area $1,653,082.00 ' (B) Approximate front footage of assessable parcels in study area 20,722 (C) Total cost per front foot (A) _ (B) $79.77 ' (D) Assessable portion of total front foot cost (30 %) $23.93 EXAMPLES OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL ASSESSMENTS Front Footage Assessment ' 40 $960 45 1,080 50 1,200 55 1,320 60 1,440 65 1,560 70+ 1,680 Non - Residential ' The rate which is proposed is based on an independent appraiser's estimate of the beneift accruing to 3 non - residential parcels on West River Road. There are 5 such parcels in the Study Area. (A) Appriased rate per square foot, West River Road $0.2022 ' (B) Residential unit rate, West River Road $1,351 (C) Preliminary unit rate, Sotheast neighborhood $1,523 (D) Adjusted rate per square foot ( (C) x (D)) _ (B) $0.228 March 18, 1993 ' PROPOSED NON - RESIDENTIAL ASSESSMENTS PID Address Type Area Proposed Assessment ' 01- 118 -21 -34 -0085 5300 Dupont Commercial 18,900 $4,309 01- 118 -21 -33 -0146 5301 Dupont Apartment 1 5,36 4 $ 3,503 ' 01- 118 -21 -34 -0118 5452 Dupont Church 17,534 $3,998 01- 118 -21 -34 -0081 902 - 53rd Commercial 7,560 $1,724 ' 01- 118 -21 -43 -0073 620 - 53rd Apartment 12,514 $2,853 March 18, 1993 i ' EVALUATION OF BENEFITS An independent appraiser evaluated the impact on the value of the land of proposed street improvements. Five parcels of various types were evaluated. The results are as follows. ' It should be noted that as only street improvements are proposed to be assessed, the increase in value does not take into account the value added because of utility improvements. It is probable that the total project would result in an overall market value ' increase greater than that shown below Market Value of Land Address Type of Property Width Before After Benefit ' 5331 Camden Backs Up To Park 63' $18,100 $20,500 $2,400 5311 Dupont Narrow 40' $10,500 $11,500 $1,000 t 5401 Girard Corner 80' $17,900 $19,700 $1,800 5427 Knox Wide 75' $19,300 $21,700 $2,400 ' 5433 4th St. Deep 65' $16,500 $18,400 $1,900 In general, the appraiser found that the market value increase was less than he has found ' in other cities. He believes the neighborhood requires substantial improvement, both in infrastructure and in housing rehabilitation, to maintain its value. March 18, 1993