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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 04-26 CCP Regular Session CITY COUNCIL AGENDA CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER APRIL 26, 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 q 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. g � g 7. Approval of Minutes: a. April 5, 1993 - Special Work Session * b. April 12, 1993 - Regular Session 8. Reconvene Board of Equalization: (7:10 p.m.) a. 5332 Russell Avenue North, PID #02- 118 -21 -34 -0055 9. Mayoral Appointments: a. Financial Commission b. Human Rights and Resources Commission c. Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission 10. Planning Commission Item: a. Planning Commission Application No. 93002, submitted by Brookdale Christian Center Assembly of God. Request for preliminary plat approval to subdivide an approximate 6 acre parcel of land located at 6030 Xerxes Avenue North into three lots and an outlot. This application was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission at its April 15, 1993 meeting. 11. Discussion Items: a. Water Utility Meter Reading Policy 1. Resolution Adopting the Water Utility Meter Reading Policy b. Tree City USA and Arbor Month Status CITY COUNCIL AGENDA -2- April 26, 1993 1. Resolution Recognizing the Designation of Brooklyn Center as g g g Y a Tree City USA 2. Proclamation Declaring April 30, 1993, as Arbor Day and May 1993 as Arbor Month in Brooklyn Center c. CO -OP Northwest 1. Resolution Amending the General Fund Budget to Provide Funding Assistance to NWHHSC for CO -OP Northwest d. Legislative Update e. Report on Town Meetings - Crime and Safety 12. Resolution: a. Resolution Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for 1993 Diseased Tree Removal, Improvement Project No. 1993 -01, Contract 1993 -A 13. Consideration of Specified License: a. Class B and Sunday On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License to Innco, Inc. DBA Park Inn International * 14. Licenses 15. Adjournment CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date April 26, 1993 Agenda Item Numbcr / L 4 - 5 ! / REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 5, 1993 - SPECIAL WORK SESSION CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 12, 1993 - REGULAR SESSION DEPT. APPROVAL: Sharon Knutson, Deputy City Clerk f.A MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUN MARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION t MINUTE F PROCEEDINGS T S O THE FROG INGS OF HE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA SPECIAL WORK SESSION AJPRIL 5, 1993 CITY HALL ALL TO ORDER The .Brooklyn Center City Council met in special work session and was called to order by Mayor Todd Paulson at 7 p.m, ROLL CAL) Mayor Todd Paulson, Councilmembers Dave Rosene and Kristen Mann. Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter and Council Secretary Nancy Berg. ORGANIZATIONAL EVALUATION PROCESS C ESS The City Manager presented the organizational evaluation process. He explained the Financial Commission had been charged with the responsibility of evaluating the organization of the City of Brooklyn Center as to its effectiveness and to report back to the City Council. He further explained he had developed an outline of a process to address the City Council's interests, He stated the process would cover three areas: 1) evaluation of the potential for administrative structure reorganization; 2) evaluation of the supervisory/management and other staffing levels (using comparative data currently available); and 3) a Service Evaluation Process, The City Manager explained the prioritization process which had been completed by the - Financial Commission in 1992 was an attempt to cut 10 percent of the budget. He recommended completing area 3 in conjunction with the budget process. Councilmember Rosene inquired as to why the Minnesota League of Cities did not provide a city -by -city comparison of services, quality, and budgets. The City Manager answered there were a number of municipalities which did not want to be compared. He recommended networking with other cities interested in doing such a comparison. Councilmcmhe Mann stated the goal would be to improve services in a cost - effective manner. Councilmember Rosene stated he and Mayor Paulson had attended the Hennepin County Town Meeting, and he explained the purpose of the meeting was to receive input from cities and municipalities before preparing the 1994 budget. He proposed the City of Brooklyn Center also hold a town meeting to receive input from residents early in the 4/5/93 - '1 - T budget process. He suggested the following service evaluation questions be asked of the residents: 0 What do we do well and why? What do we do okay and why? What needs improvement? How/why? How can we provide services better? Are we doing the right things? The City Manager suggested the questions could also be used in the form of a survey. Councilmember Rmne stated a survey would cost money, and a town meeting would not. He added a town meeting would also involve more people who are knowledgeable in city matters. The City Manager offered to provide Council with a copy of the survey which was completed in 1989. Councilmember Mann asked if the purpose of the town meeting would be for input for the budget. Councilmember Rosene answered yes, and he would like to ask residents at the meeting which services they would like to increase or to continue to support. Councilmember Mann asked how large a turn out to expect at a town meeting. The City Manager answered it would depend on the subject and the date. He added the average turn out was 50 to 75 residents with 100 in attendance at the town meeting can crime. Councilmember Mann recommended the town meeting be held before Memorial Day. Mayor Paulson agreed, but also suggested the town meeting could be held during the summer combining it with Entertainment in the Parks. Councilmember Mann agreed and added a good band would help increase the number of people in attendance. The City Manager explained if the Council was going to use public input, the most valid way was through a survey. He further explained Council could still have a town meeting, but the survey would provide more of a cross - section of the community. Mayor Paulson asked what the cost of a survey would be. The City Manager offered to provide Council with an estimate, He also stated the Council had previously discussed doing a community -wide survey about every four or five years. Councilmember Rosene explained a town meeting served a different purpose providing an outlet for residents who want to be vocal. He suggested the City do both. Mayor Paulson explained the survey would be for broad information, and the town meeting would be for depth_ Councilmember Mann agreed it would be wise to pursue a survey and reminded the City Manager to investigate the expense. 4/5/93 -2- The City Manager asked the Council to review the three areas. He explained he wanted to forward the outline and the Councils' comments to the Financial Commission for their review. Mayor Paulson agreed with looking at area 1 first, area 2 second, and area 3 last. Councilmember Mann asked if the Financial Commission had done this already. The City Manager explained the Financial Commission had looked at each position in the City, but they did not look at the structure itself. Mayor Paulson suggested leaving the outline open - ended allowing for any additions by the Financial Commission. The City Manager reviewed a proposed, rough draft administrative organizational chart. Councilmember Mann asked the City Manager if he anticipated the need for additional staff if going with three divisions. The City Manager answered he did not know at that time, but combining the police and fire departments would be very difficult. Mayor Paulson stated he liked the draft, but added he slid not want to add another layer of management. The City Manager recommended Council look at the overall administrative organization, and wait until areas 1 and 2 had been completed. Councilmember Mann suggested looking at what the City could do more cost- effectively by combining services with other cities. Councilmember Rosene explained Council must first analyze what the City does well and what it needs to improve on. The City Manager explained the City really needs two reporting systems: one accounting orientated, and the other more program or service orientated. Councilmember Rosene asked how Council should proceed. The City Manager stated area 1 would be easier to work on while at the same time collecting and preparing data for areas 2 and 3, Mayor Paulson agreed explaining the first area was more of a philosophical one and suggested reviewing other city structures. He further explained area 1 would help to define areas 2 and 3. He recommended any position elimination be accomplished when an opportunity presents itself over time. The City Manager agreed this could be set up as a goal. Councilmember Mann suggested setting a policy for no additional employees. The City Manager agreed this could be the result of the organizational evaluation process. He explained the area of public safety could be very sensitive especially with a volunteer fire department, Councilmember Rosene stated he may not be able to attend the Fire Department Appreciation Night. He asked to be provided with a roster of people who are on the volunteer fire department prior to the appreciation dinner. The City Manager asked Mayor Paulson if he was comfortable with the organizational evaluation process. Mayor Paulson answered yes and further stated he would like to frame area 1 first and as soon as possible. The City Manager stated he would like a rough draft of the structure and then as we look at areas 2 and 3 and evaluate the information it would test preliminary conclusions on area 1. Councilmember Rosene asked who would develop 4/5/93 - 3 - such a draft, The City Manager answered the Financial Commission would be a good resource Mayor Paulson suggested if the analysis showed a department slid not nQcd a particular position, the position be frozen until it could be eliminated. The City Manager asked if the Council wanted to proceed with the organizational evaluation process. Councilmember Mann answered yes and further stated in the meantime the Council could provide the, City Manager with their suggestions. She asked when the Financial Commission was scheduled to meet. The City Manager answered on April 12, 1993, He added if the Councilmembers needed any charts worked up on the computer, Sharon in his office would be a good resource, Councilmember Rosene stated severance pay in the private sector was based on one week's pay for each year of service, He further explained the Council had provided Mr. Sliallcross and Ms. Larson with two months' severance pay. He asked if this amount was fair. The City Manager answered yes. The City Manager offered to update Councilmembers Scott and Kalligher on the organizational evaluation process and to also provide an analysis and information on a city- wide survey and town meeting to be held before Memorial Day. Councilmember Mann stated she would like to check further into municipal bonds because there were a number of park improvements and fire stations that needed upgrading. The City Manager explained Council would be receiving this information as part of the budget under the Capital Improvements Program and EDA. Councilmember Mann asked if Brooklyn Center had a good rating for bonds. The City Manager answered yes. Mayor Paulson asked the City Manager to provide a roster of every full -time employee plus the fire department. The City Manager agreed to provide as soon as possible. _ DI� CCUSSIOIV OF SIZE OF MEMBERSHIP OF COMM I ONS The City Manager presented the discussion of size of membership of commissions for the Council's discussion. Councilmember Mann wanted to know the reason for adding more members to the commissions. Councilmember Rosene explained the reason he raised this issue was because of the 18 or 19 applicants for the Planning Commission. He continued to explain he wanted to involve these people at the commission level. He further explained the Human Rights & Resources Commission had so many issues coming before it there were not enough people to handle all of the functions. He added if the commissions could benefit by having more members, he recommended involving more people. Councilmember Mann asked if Councilmember Rosene was recommending more members for the Human Rights & Resources Commission only. Councilmember Rusene explained this was the commission he was involved with so he did not know if the other commissions 4/5/93 -4 - needed more members. He stated the City would benefit by increasing all commission memberships to nine members. Councilmember Mann explained she did not feel the Council was following its own resolutions, and to add more members would be adding more stooges. Mayor Paulson asked that the word "stooges" be put in the record. Councilmember Rosene explained he had found himself in hot water at the DFL meeting when he voted for the first motion. He explained he had voted with Councilmembcrs Mann and Kalligher, and he had taken a lot of heat ever since. Councilmember Mann stated if Councilmember Rosene could show that each one of the individuals on the Human Rights & Resources Commission were actually following up on these different areas, she would be willing to give more consideration to increasing the size of the Human Rights & Resources Commission. Councilmember Rosene explained there was no one following up on transportation at that time, He further explained there was one applicant for the Planning Commission who dealt with transportation, and if he could be appointed to the Human Rights & Resources Commission the whole City would benefit. Councilmember Mann agreed there were many residents wishing to become involved, and she recommended limiting the commission terms and allowing commission me,ubcrs to move to premier commissions at the end of their terms. Mayor Paulson stated he did not believe any of the commissions were premier commissions. Councilmember Mann explained the Planning Commission had the power to hold public hearings. The City Manager stated the Human Rights & Resources Commission at its next meeting would be discussing whether there was a need for additional membership. CAmlicilmciubcr Mann stated she was very interested to know what they decide. Councilmember Rosene explained he was not trying any kind of political ploy. Councilmember Mann suggested sending a statement to all commissions asking for their input. The City Manager agreed to provide Council with a draft statement to send to commission members. Councilmember Mann asked that citizen applications be made available to the public. The City Manager stated they were public and were available. Councilmember Munn also asked that all applicants be present at the Council meeting so Councilmembers could ask the applicants questions. The City Manager asked if the Council wanted the matter to come back to the Council as a discussion item after receiving input from the commission members. The consensus of the Council was yes. Mayor Paulson stated there would be benefit to having uniformity in the commissions. He said he preferred to include people rather than exclude people. He agreed each commission should be polled. The City Manager agreed to poll all commissions with a membership less than nine. Councilmember Rosene stated he agreed with term limitation suggestions. 4/5/93 5- Councilmember Mann asked if a bus shelter was slated for 58th and Major. She also asked if it would be possible to build a pedestrian bridge across the roadway as there wcrc many seniors in this area. The City Manager explained putting a pedestrian bridge across the roadway would double the distance to get across the road. He further explained citizens generally take the shortest route directly across the street unless it is completely fenced. Councilmember Mann asked when the MTC would be discussing the use of hubs and changing the bus routes in the community, Mayor Paulson answered they wcrc discussing the hubs now, dial -a -ride in the future, and a survey of future stops was just completed. He further explained when routes are changed, people may be upset, but the MTC must focus on an effective, overall transportation system. He noted the City Council would probably have to override some public criticism to accomplish needed route changes. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Mann to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Deputy City Clerk Todd Paulson, Mayor Recorded and transcribed by: Nancy Bcrg TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial 4/5(93 - 6 - MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL Of THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CLNTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION SSION APRIL 12, 1993 CITY HALL CALL TO QRDER The Brooklyn enter City met in regul yn ty gu ar session and was called to order b M Y Y Todd Paulson at 7:10 p .m. ROLL CALL Mayor Todd Paulson, Councilmembers Celia Scott, Dave Rosene, Barb Kalligher, and Kristen Mann, Also present were City Manager Gerald Splinter, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Assistant Finance Director Charlie Hansen City Attorney Charlie LeFevere tY Y , Personnel Coordinator Geral Barone r Wirth. ,and Council Secret Carla Yn �'3' OPENING CEREMONIES Elain Bernards offered the invucaliun 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. There being none, he continued with the regular agenda items. COUNCIL, REPORTS Councilmember Rosene commented that he was pleased to see Councilmember Mann's p icture in the i n Wee kl y d monstratin a Cou ncilmember p Secs o Wee v_ e g SEGGHI Disc. Mann explained that this hts DYSk is used to measure water clarity. Councilmember Kalligher reminded those in the target area to return their survey by April 16 since the public hearing is on April 22 at Constitution Hall at 7 p.m. Mayor Paulson announced the City Auction will be held on April 24, 1993, at the City Gara g c. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Paulson inquired if any Councilmembers requested any items be removed from the consent agenda. Councilmember Mann requested the licenses be removed from the Consent Agenda. 4/12/93 - 1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES MARCH 1 1993 - SPECIAL WORK ORK SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmcmber Rosene to approve the. minutes of March 1S, 1993, special work session as printed. The motion passed unanimously. MARCH 22, 1993 - REGULAR SESSION There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Counc2member Rosene to approve the minutes of March 22, 1993, regular session as printed. The motion passed unanimously. PROCLAMATIONS Member Celia Scott introduced the following proclamation and moved its adoption: DECLARING THE WEEK OF APRIL 18 THROUGH APRIL 2S, 1993, AS DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST The motion for the adoption of the foregoing proclamation was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. Member Celia Scott introduced the following proclamation and moved its adoption: DECLARING APRIL L 18 THROUGH APRIL 25, 1993, AS BROOKLYN CENTER VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION WEED The motion for the adoption of the foregoing proclamation was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. Member Celia Scott introduced the following proclamation and moved its adoption: DECLARING APRIL 24 THROUGH APRIL 30, 1993, AS PRESCHOOL IMMUNIZATION WEEK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing proclamation was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. 4/12/93 -2- Member Celia Scott introduced the following proclamation and moved its adoption- DECLARING ARING APRIL 22, 1993, AS EARTH DAY The motion for the adoption f h foregoing g o t e proclamation was duly seconded by member Dave Roscnc, and the motion passed unanimously. Member Celia Scott introduced the following proclamation and moved its adoption: DECLARING APRIL 25 THROUGH APRIL 30, 1993, AS COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT FOR PERSONS WITH DISAIRLITILS WEEK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing proclamation was duly seconded by member Davc Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO, 93 -53 Member Celia Simt introduced the following resolution and rnovcd its Adoption: RESOLUTION CLOSING THE PARK BONDS OF 1980 DEBT SERVICE FUND AND TRANSFERRING THE REMAINING FUNDS TO THE CERTIFICATES OF INDEBTEDNESS DEBT SERVICE FUND AND THE GENERAL FUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously, RESOLUTION NO 93 -54 Mcmb -cr Cclia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING SURPLUS PROPERTY The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO 93 -55 Mumbo Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and rnovcd its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. 4112/93 - 3 - RESOLUTION NO, 93 -56 Member Celia Scutt introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 69TH AVENUE LANDSCAPING, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1990 -10, CONTRACT 1992 -N The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO 93 -57 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and mQvod its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PROJECT, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AND DIRECTING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR 1993 SEALCOATING PROGRAM, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -06, CONTRACT 1993 -B The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously, RESOLUTION NO 93 -58 Member Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND APPROVING FINAL PAYMENT FOR LIFT STATION NO, 2 RECONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO, 1990 -05, CONTRACT 1991 -P The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave Rosenc, and the. motion passed unanimously, RESOLUTION NO. 93-59 Mumbcr Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF PAUL W, HOLMLUND The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Dave T Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. PRESENTATIONS NORTH HENNEPIN LEADERSHIP ACADEM The City Manager presentcd Mr. Greg Thielsen, Cabinet member of the North HGluicpin Leadership Academy. Mr, Thielsen introduced Duane Orn, a fellow Cabinet member. 4/12/93 - 4 - Mr. Thielsen stated he would like to provide an informational presentation as well as thank Brooklyn Center for their continued support. He reviewed individuals who have contributed to this program and stated their purpose is to develop existing and future leaders. He indicated he had supplied the City Manager with applications in case the Council knows someone who would be interested in participating in their program. They provide eight day- long programs over an eight month period which covers various areas of leadership and develops their leadership capacity. Mr. Thielsen offered to provide the City with a copy of past graduates of this program since the Council may be interested in considering them for appointment to various commissions, etc. He explained the program costs $710 per participant, and this cost is oftentimes covered by the participant's employer or other sponsorship sources. Councilmember Rosene asked how Mr. Thielsen, as a School Board Member, would feel about a teacher applying for participation since it would take a number of days from their work, Mr. Thielsen stated they have not attempted this directly, but this year an Assistant Superintendent will be participating as well as a fellow School Board Member. He felt there is a precedence in the School District for sponsorship of the program. Mayor Paulson thanked Mr. Thielsen for his presentation and the fine work being done by the North Hennepin Leadership Academy. CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FO EXCELLENCE IN FINAN_CIAL REPORTING Mayor Paulson presented the Assisttuit Filrance Director with the Certificate of Achievement plaque for Excellence in Financial Reporting. It was noted that this plaque is presented by the Government Finance Officers Association to award the City for its comprehensive annual financial report for the year ended December 31, 1991. Mayor Paulson and the Council extended their appreciation and congratulations to the City staff for this achievement. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS• FINANCIAL COMMISSION, HUMAN RIGHTS AND RESOURCES COMMISSION, AND NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL ADVISORY COMMISSION Mayor Paulsen commented that he spoke with most of the applicants and felt there was a lot of talent to choose from. He added he also spoke with Councilmembers Rosene and Kalligher regarding the applicants and their qualifications. He explained he took geographic balance and affirmative action into account and is recommending the following appointments be approved: Human Rights and Resources Commission- Sherry Maddox, 5711 Knox Avenue North; Financial Commission -Ned Storla, 4207 Lakeside Avenue North, #328; and Northwest Hennepin Human Services Advisory Commission - Delores A. Fehlberg, 4512 Woodbine Lane. He commented the balance on the City's commissions is improving and will be even better within one year. 4/12/93 - 5 Councilmember Mann announced the Personnel Coordinator had copies of all applications. Councilmember Resent a recd till applicants were v fine people, g pp cry p ple, and he could not dispute any appointments being recommended by Mayor Paulson. However, hcs felt toad about not taking advantage of more of the talent and suggested the Council consider increasing the size of commissions from seven to nine, He reported the Human Rights and Resources Commission did discuss this option at its last meeting but did not arrive at a consensus. Mayor Paulson agreed and pointed out a number of people who applied were already involved with other projects or commissions, He explained he did take; this into consideration when making his recommendation for appointments. Councilmember Mann commented all applicants were very well qualified, and she had been able to speak with all but one of them. She explained she cannot support the recommended appointments because she believes in neighborhood representation and empowering citizens. She added it is important for these neighborhoods to be represented on each commission, but this is not the case with certain areas, Councilmember Kalligher pointed out there were no applicants from the Northwest area for the Human Rights and Rcsources Commission. Councilmember Mann noted the Central and Southwest areas were also vacant. She further explained the Harman Rights and Resources Commission has six women members, and she felt the Council should consider the appointment of a male, She pointed out two men, Wayde Lerbs and Dean Nyquist, had applied for appointment to the Human Rights and Resources Commission and were highly qualified. Mayor Paulson stated he spoke with Councilmember Mann about her impressions and, at her suggestion, called Sherry Maddox who indicated she preferred to be appointed to the Human Rights and Resources Commission rather than the Financial Commission. He added he looks forward to the opportunity to have an African American on the Human Rights and Resources Commission. With regard to gender balance, he felt the Council needed to bring people into the process who have been historically left out, and if the Council can balance it out in another commission, he felt progress was being made. Councilmember Mann questioned the appointment to the Financial Commission. Mayor Paulson explained he spoke with the candidates and tried to achieve some geographic and gender balance. He also considered their experience and how the appointee could lend a unique voice to the commission. He. stated he is recommending Ned Storla because of his unique area,of expertise as an assessor in Brooklyn Park. He further explained Mr. Storla previously applied for appointment to the planning Commission. Councilmember Mann pointed out Lee Anderson is a senior auditor with the Department of Transportation and had also applied for appointment to the Planning Commission. 4/12/93 -6- Mayor Paulson agreed this was a difficult decision to make but he also took into consideration that Mr. Anderson has volunteered to serve as one of the Board members on the North Hennepin Mediation Project, Councilmember Rosene stated while Ms. Maddox was not his first recommendation for the Human Rights and Resources Commission, he agreed with Mayor Paulson that cultural diversity is vital and Ms. Maddox had mentioned in her application she has experienced the down -side of being not of the majority rare. He said he felt Ms. Maddox would contnbute a great deal to the Human Rights and Resources Commission. With regard to the Financial Commission appointment, Councilmember Rosene agreed all are excellent candidates, but the only applicant from another neighborhood is Ms. Maddox who indicated she prefers an appointment to the Human Rights and Resources Commission. Mayor Paulson pointed out the importance of geographic balance in commissions that discuss allocation of funds or resources, but the Human Rights and Resources Commission does not reach the threshold of allocating resources or funding. Councilmember Scott explained she has been out of town for ten days and was unable to speak with any of the applicants. She stated she will not ar6rue against any of the recommended appointments but agreed the Human Rights and Resources Commission was out of balance both geographically and with regard to gender. Councilmember Mann commented on the need for renters to be represented on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission. She pointed out Trayce Olsen is a renter who would make a fine representative. Councilmember Rosene clarified he spoke with Ms. Olson who indicated she uses public transportation and felt it may be difficult to attend some meetings at this point. Mayor Paulson noted a unanimous vote was needed tonight to confirm the recommended appointments, He explained if not received, the appointments would be tabled until the next meeting when a majority vote would be needed for approval. There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Scott to approve the following appointments: Human Rights and Resources Commission Sherry Maddox, 5711 Knox Avenue N. Financial Comm issiQn: Ned Storla, 4207 Lakeside Avenue North, #328 Northwest Henri H man Services Advi Commission Delores,A. Fehlberg, 4512 Woodbine Lanes Vote: Four Ayes, One Nay. Motion failed. Councilmember Mann stated she voted nay because of neighborhood representation. This item was tabled until the April 26, 1993, meeting. 4/12/93 -7- DISCUSSION ITEMS CO -OP NORTHWEST The City Manager explained the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council (NWHHSC), in conjunction with area communities, School Districts and various social agencies, have developed a collaborative effort called CO -OP (Communities Organizing Opportunities for People) Northwest. lie said this group addresses housing, human services, jobs and training issues in a five city area. He further explained since this effort has grown significantly, the existing NWHHSC staff is unable to service it properly; therefore, various cities and other members are being asked to contribute funding to hire additional staff to supplement the existing NWHHSC staff. He stated Brooklyn Center is being asked to contribute $5,678 for 1993. Patty Wilder, Executive Director of the NWHHSC, thanked the Council for the opportunity to address this issue. She also thanked the Council and City staff for their past and continuing involvement and support of their efforts which were started by five municipalities and grew instantly because it fills such a vital need. She reviewed their past accomplishments in obtaining grant funding and showed a video presentation which explained the program from its inception and reviewed their focus, impact, and accomplishments. Councilmember Kalligher expressed concern with the $5,678 funding request since the City has already funded NWHHSC $9,500 this year. Ms. Wilder reviewed their funding sources and pointed out they conduct additional fund raising for special projects. While they take advantage of volunteers, she felt they were very understaffed for a project of this magnitude. Councilmember Rosene commented the additional allocation is needed to cover the services offered by CO -OP Northwest which go beyond the basic services of the NWHHSC. 1 1c indicated support of the request. Councilmember Mann agreed CO -OP Northwest is a wonderful program. Councilmember Rosene added the Human Rights and Resources Commission reviewed this funding request and recommended approval. Due to existing budget constraints, Councilmember Mann suggested the request be reviewed by the Financial Commission. Councilmember Kalligher agreed and she added slit would l to Nee an operating budget for CO -OP Northwest. Mayor Paulson commented the video presentation did a good job in clarifying the group's overall goals and objectives, but he felt more specific examples were needed on where the additional funding will be used.. Councilmember Rosene pointed out Governor Carlson set aside $500,000 to be distributed by the Metropolitan Council to communities who consolidate services and provide better services to their residents. He felt CO -OP Northwest was in a good position to apply for a large portion of these funds. Ms. Wilder explained they have already testified before the Legislature four times for participation in this funding. 4/12/93 -8- Councilmember Rosene indicated he felt Councilmembers Mann and KalIigher had made valid points about the Council needing detailed knowledge before approving funding. He asked if a delay of several weeks would cause any problems, Ms. Wilder responded it will not since the four other communities have already approved their contribution. The City Manager reported the Finance Commission will be meeting on April 19 and this item could be placed on its agenda. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember KalIigher to table further consideration of funding assistance to NWHHSC for CO -OP Northwest and refer the matter to the Financial Commission for its review and recommendation and to request additional budgeting information from NWHHSC for Council's consideration, The motion passed unanimously, Ms. Wilder invited the Council to attend their April 22 meeting on diversity. Lf F Councilmember Mann expressed concern regarding one of the rental dwellings which is on the agenda for approval. She informed the Council a neighbor of the property was present to also express her concern. The City Manager suggested this license be removed to allow staff the opportunity to meet with concerned residents, discuss their concern, and bring baek a recommendation for Council's consideration at a future meeting. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember KalIigher to approve the following list of licenses: MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Acr, Inc;, Box 1146 Burnsville Heating and A/C; 12481 Rhode Island Ave. S. Louis Degidio, Inc. 65U1 Cedar Ace, S. Delmar Furnace Exchange 4080 83rd Ave. N. March Heating & A/C Co,, Inc, 6248 Lakeland Ave. N, Ric-car Heating & Air Conditioning 2387 136th Ave. NW MQTQR VEHICLE DEALERSHIP Brookdale Chrysler Plymouth 6121 Brooklyn Blvd, Brookdale Ford, Inc. 2500 Co. Road 10 Brookdale Pontiac 6801 Brooklyn Blvd. Iten Chevrolet 6701 Brooklyn Blvd. 41 /2/9 3 -9- NTAL D_ W LLINGS Maranatha Rcsidcncc Corporation Maranatha Place Tom and Dorothy Storie 5607 Camden Ave. N, B.F. Dabrowski 5001 Ewing Ave. N. Marcus Corporation 6415 James Circle N. Norbert and Dolores Volbert 4207 Lakeside Ave. N. #122 William P. Kelly 5724 Logan Ave. N. Richard and Elfreda Ploof 5319 Queen Ave. N. Donald E. Sobania 3701 47th Ave. N. Edward Doll 1201 57th Ave. N. T.W. Thorbus 4307 63rd Ave. N. The motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS - CONTINUED BROOKLYN CENTER AMERICAN LIT 'LE LEAGUE RE VEST TO USE A PORTION QF GARDEN_ CI'T'Y PARK The City Manager explained about two years ago the Brooklyn Center American Little League (BCALL) asked the City to consider leasing City -owned property at the south end of Garden City Park to them for development of one or two new fields. He stated BCALL currently has two fields located on their property and a third field on property they lease from the Brookdale Christian Center. He noted the matter was referred to the Park and Recreation Commission but BCALL withdrew their request due to insufficient timing. He further explained this winter BCALL contacted the City again expressing interest in a new arrangement in terms of use of the fields, The Director of public Works used an overhead to point out the location and area BCALL would like to use to build one new playing field. He stated the primary reason for their request is their easterly field (Gomilak field) is on unstable soil, continues to sink, and is oftentimes wet and cannot be filled due to floodplain regulations. Councilmember Kalligher asked if the City will need to obtain easements for access. The City Manager indicated the City could get maintenance easements if needed, but those details have not yet been studied. He added more details will be known after the storm sewer study is completed. The Public Works Director pointed out BCALL was requesting the ability to lease the property on a long -term basis, but the City Attorney recommends a nonexclusive license arrangement be considered rather than a lease. Councilmember Kalligher expressed support of the request since the existing easterly field cannot be used for about one -half of the season, and they have also lost the use of the Church field several days each week. is 4/12/93 - 10 - Mr. Les Thurs, representing BCALL, distributed pictures of their easterly field while it was under water. He then reported on their field use and that they will be hosting the All -Star Games this year. he added they will need additional fields to handle the expected level of activity. Councilmember Mann noted the Park and Recreation Commission recommends approval which also allows the City to get some of the park space upgraded, Mayor Paulson asked if this additional field will help with the girls softball program. Mr. Thurs explained a new field would not change the girls softball program. He added the girls league was split with another league which was regulated by Williamsport. RESOLUTION NQ, 93-60 Membor Barb Kalligher hitruducrd tlir fulluwing resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH BROOKLYN CENTER AMERICAN LITTLE LEAGUE FOR USE OF A PORTION OF GARDEN CITY PARK The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Kristen Mann, and the motion passed unanimously. Mayor Paulson thanked BCALL for their service to the community. 9RDINANCES The City Manager presented An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of the City Ordinances Regarding Recycling Services for Multifamily Dwellings, This ordinance amendment was first read on March S, 1993, published in the official newspaper on March 17, 1993, and is offered this evening for a second reading. Mayor Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of the City Ordinances Regarding Recycling Services for Multifamily Dwellings at 8:20 p.m. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. There being none, he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Mann and seconded by Councilmember Scott to close the public hearing at 8.20 p.m. The motion passed unanimously, Councilmember Mann commented she felt the proposed amendments make the regulations easier to understand and informs residents of what is required and penalties for noncompliance. 4/12/93 ORDINANCE NO 93 -02 Momber Dave Rosene introduced the fulluwing ordinance and moved its adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 7 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REGARLANU hLCYC;LINU SERVICES Ft-7R MULTIFAMILY DWELLINGS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Kristen Mann, and the motion passed unanimously, The City Manager presented An Ordinance emending Chapter 12 of the City Ordinances Requiring Recycling Facilities to be Provided at Multiple Family Dwellings with More than Eight units, This ordinance was first read on March 8, 1993, published in the official newspaper on March 17, 1993, and is offered this evening for a second reading, Mayor Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 12 of the City Ordinances Requiring Recycling Facilities to be provided at Multifamily Dwellings with More than Eight Units at 8:23 p.m. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council, There being none, he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Rosene and seconded by Councilmember Kalligher to close the public hearing at 8:23 p.m. The motion passed unanimously, Councilrncmber Mann commented this is a fine addition to Chapter 12 and will keep landlords of multifamily dwelling units more accountable. ORDINANCE NO 93 -13 Member Celia Scott intruduQud the fullvwing urdinwicc and juoved its adoplioti: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 12 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REQUIRING RECYCLING FACILITIES TO BE PROVIDED AT MULTIFAMILY DWELLINGS WITH MORE THAN EIGHT UNITS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Barb Kalligher, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager presented An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding Zoning Regulation Compliance. This ordinance was first read on March 8, 1993, published in the official newspaper on March 17, 1993, and is offered this evening for a second reading, The City Manager commented the amendment will make enforcement more practical. 4/12193 _ 11 2/ 3 12 _ Mayor Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 35 of the City Ordinances Regarding Zoning Regulation compliance at 13.24 p.m. He inquired if there was anyone resent who wished to address h Y p the Council, There being none, he entertained a motion to close the public hearing, There was a motion by Councilmember Scott and seconded by Councilmember Rosene to close the public hearing at 8:24 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE - AO. 93-04 Mcmbcr Kristn Mann introduced the fallowing ordinance and moved iLs adoption: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES RLGARVINO ZONING REGULATION COMPLIANCE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Dave Rosene, and the motion passed unanimously. The City Manager resented n Ordinance t3' g P Chapter 25 of the City Ordinances g p tY Regarding the Clear View Triangle. This g ordinance was first read g g rs don March 8, 1993, published in the official newspaper on March 17, 1993, and is offered this evening for a g second reading. The City Manager commented the amendment will clarify site triangle requirements and make enforcement more practical, Mayor Paulson opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on An Ordinance Amending Chapter 25 of the City Ordinances Regarding the Clear View Triangle at 8:28 p.m, He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Council. There being none, he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. There was a motion by Councilmember Kalligher and seconded by Councilmember Rosene to close the public hearing at 8.28 p,m. The motion passed unanimously. QRDINANCE NO. 93 -05 Mcmbcr Davc Roscnc introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption; AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 25 OF THE CITY ORDINANCES REGARDING THE CLEAR VIEW TRIANGLE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by member Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously, 4/12/93 -13 - DISCUSSION ITEMS - CQNTINUED APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR OF FINANCE The City Manager stated since receiving Paul Holmlund's resignation, he has evaluated various alternatives and approaches to replace him as Finance Director. After review and discussion of alternatives with the resigning Finance Director, City Auditor, and department heads, he recommended the promotion and appointment of Charles Hansen, currently the Assistant Finance Director, The City Manager reviewed Mr. Hansen's attributes and qualifications and stated he feels it would be a waste to spend $20,000 to conduct a search for another replacciiient. He recommended the Council proceed to confirm his recommendation to appoint Charles Hansen to the position of Finance Director, to fill this position. Councilmember Scott stated she has served on the Council since Mr. Hansen became Mr. Holmlund's assistant and was very impressed with the detailed, concise, and readable reports he provides the Council, She felt his expertise and capabilities have provided him with the ability to work with department heads, and she supports his appointment to the position of Finance Dircctor. Mayor Paulson pointed out one benefit of a search process would be to allow the Council to define what they want in a Finance Director, the Finance Department, and to establish objectives and goals for the City's budget. He stated he would still like the opportunity for the Council to work with the City's budget so it becomes more of a program budget than a line item budget, He explained with a program budget, the items can be tied to administrative goals and objectives with consideration of priorities and how to obtain the goals set forth. Mayor Paulson reported several other communities are using this type of budget and he would like to see samples. He hoped the City's budget could evolve into that type of document which he also felt was more readable. RESOLUTION NO. 93 -61 Meurber Kristcn Mann introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION FINALIZING THE CITY MANAGER'S APPOINTMENT OF A DIRECTOR OF FINANCE The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by memher Celia Scott, and the motion passed unanimously. The Mayor and Council congratulated Mr. Hansen and extended their appreciation for his dedicated service to the City. 4/12/93 - 14 - Couneilmember Mann stated she would like to see budget samples so she can better understand the Mayor's comments about a program budget. Councilmember Scott stated she also supports consideration of long -term financial goal planning rather than line item costs, She also supported establishing department goals and costs tied to obtain those goals; however, she felt the Council would still need to review the budget by line item. Mayor Paulson informed the Council of several budgets he reviewed which included a mission statement and policy statement as well as department goals and programs, In response to Councilmember Kalligher's question, the City Manager explained the City Auditor will need to be, part of this process so the net result meets the auditing requirements. He explained copies of award winning budgets is being compiled and will be made available Shortly. He suggested staff prepare samples of these budgets for Council's consideration at a work Session, There was a motion by Couneilmember Scott and seconded by Couneilmember Rosene to direct the City Manager and Finance Director to discuss budgeting options and provide Council with their recommendation as well as sample budgets for discussion at a work session, The motion passed unanimously. The City Manager stated he will place this matter on the next work session agenda, and estimated he would have recommendations on overall goals by August 1st. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The City Manager provided the Council with an update on a number of bills pending bcforc the Legislature. He explained the Orfield legislation being supported b Apple Valle is g g FF Y AA Y legislation that focuses on The need to direct development of the metro area and suburbs, He encouraged the Council to call the AMM or League if they disagree with any of the legislation they are supporting, Couneilmember Scott thanked the City Manager for providing recap information which allows the Council to be better informed of pending legislation. Mayor Paulson requested additional information regarding the Orfield/Mondale legislation which would make the Met Council an elected nonpartisan body. 4/12/93 - 15 - A DJQ ENT Ulf NM There was a motion by Councilmemher Scott and seconded b (7mineilmember Rosene to adjourn the meeting, The motion passed unanimously, The Brooklyn Center City Council adjourned at $,49 p.m. Deputy City Clerk Todd Paulson, Mayer Recorded and transcribed by. Carla Wirth TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial 4/12/93 - 16 - CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date ADri1 26, 1993 Agenda Item Numbcr REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: RECONVENE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 5332 Russell Avenue North, PID #02- 118 -21 -34 -0055 DEPT. APPROVAL: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOnMIENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SU UM ARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) • CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 4/26/93 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS DEPT. APPROVAL: Gerald G. Splinter, City Man ger MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached X ) • At its April 12, 1993, meeting, the City Council discussed the appointments to the Financial Commission, Human Rights and Resources Commission, and Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission. This item was tabled to the April 26, 1993, City Council meeting for lack of a unanimous vote by the City Council on the Mayor's recommendation. This evening, by majority vote, the City Council may approve the appointments recommended by the Mayor. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION Appoint one person to the Financial Commission to fill the unexpired term (12/31/94) of Gregg Peppin, one person to the Human-Rights and Resources Commission to fill the unexpired term (12/31/94) of Kathleen Carmody, and one person to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Advisory Commission to fill the unexpired term (12/13/93) of Bettilou Christopher. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 4/12/93 Agenda Item Number b, REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ******************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** ITEM DESCRIPTION: MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS DEPT. APPROVAL: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager ******************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMIVIENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached X ) Notice of vacancy on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Advisory Commission, Human Rights and Resources Commission, and Financial Commission was announced in the Brooklyn Center Sun -Post on March 3, 1993, and in the Northwest News on March 8, 1993, and posted at City Hall and Community Center from February 26, 1993, to March 26, 1993 (see attached). The notice also aired on Cable Channel 37 from March 1, 1993, to March 26, 1993. As requested by Mayor Paulson at the February 22, 1993, City Council meeting, the people who previously had applied for the Planning Commission have also been notified of the vacancies on the three advisory commissions (see attached letter dated March 3, 1993). You have received copies of the applications for appointment to the advisory commissions as follows: HUMAN RIGHTS AND RESOURCES COMMISSION Wayde Lerbs, 5107 East Twin Lake Boulevard Bonnie 1-Likes, 3300 62nd Avenue North Sherry Maddox, 5711 Knox Avenue North Dean A. Nyquist, 5701 June Avenue North Trayce Ann Olsen, 3910 65th Avenue North, #4 Sarah Robinson Pollock, 7018 Girard Avenue North FINANCIAL COMMISSION Lee W. Anderson, 5344 North Lilac Drive Wayde Lerbs, 5107 East Twin Lake Boulevard Sherry Maddox, 571.1 Knox Avenue North Scott Malcolm, 7018 Fremont Avenue North Ned R. Storla, 4207 Lakeside Avenue North, #328 NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION Ulyssess Boyd, 4807 Azelia Avenue North Delores A. Fehlberg, 4512 Woodbine Lane Trayce Ann Olsen, 3910 65th Avenue North, #4 Sarah Robinson Pollock, 7018 Girard Avenue North According to the resolution defining duties and responsibilities of the Commissions: "the Mayor shall present at a regular City Council meeting the nominee for Financial Commission [Human Rights and Resources Commission] appointment who has submitted the required application form. By unanimous vote, the City Council may approve an appointment at the City Council meeting at which the nominee was presented, or, by majority vote, the City Council may approve an appointment at a regular City Council meeting following the presentation of the nominee." According to the bylaws of the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Advisory Commission, the City Council of each municipality shall appoint a member to serve on the advisory commission. Also attached for your convenience is a map indicating geographical location of current members and applicants of the Financial and Human Rights and Resources Commissions. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION Appoint one person to the Financial Commission to fill the unexpired term (12/31/94) of Gregg Peppin, one person to the Human Rights and Resources Commission to fill the unexpired term (12/31/94) of Kathleen Carmody, and one person to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Advisory Commission to fill the unexpired term (12/13/93) of Bettilou Christopher. Pal Two Nolt'riiW es r NI!ws iviarcri ?5, iaaa Letters to the Editor Brooklyn. Center Ventura's `thousands of doffars and hours wasted Citizen Representative Resignation To the editor: Needed for Human Received ... But The recent press conference by Mayor Ventura is the bottom of the bird Services Board Not Accepted ge. Here was the "leader" of our community asking for the media's mpathy because he didn't get his way. The City of Brooklyn Center is y y Yn B Leslie Kurtz He resigned from the Economic Development Authority because he is looking for a Brooklyn Center resi- y no longer its president. He was hoping for big time press releases. After dent who has an interest in human making a statement he said to the media that was there'That should give services issues and would be willing you a lot of sound bites." Yup, and the press got bit. Pure politics! to serve as a municipal representative On February 12, Mayor Jesse The city council (they are also EDA members) were talking about to the Northwest Hennepin Human Ventura resigned from the Eco- having themselves investigated because a liquor license was issued to the Se vicesCourC Advisorycomrnission nomic Development Authority EDAfor the Clubhouse. The city investigates all liquorlicense holders. The The Northwest Hennepin (EDA) with all the hype associated mayorwas adamantthat hewould notbe investigated. He commented that Human Services Council isahuman with a movie. Ventura had called a he would have to resign (On tape). Well, the other EDA members gave him services planning and coordinating press conference that was televised an out. What does he have to hide? Is there a conflict of interest? To keep agency serving the cities ofBrookiyn on cable, reported by local news politics off the EDA the council should appoint a cross section of section Center, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, stations and written about in the of citizens who do not political axes to grind. Corcoran, Crystal, Dayton, Golden StarTribune, and communitynews- Why did the mayor resign? Why not? During his election campaign he Valley, Hanover, Hassan, New Hope, papers. As would seem appropriate said that if he wasn't elected he would move out of the city. An empty Maple Grove, Osseo, Plymouth, in any movie, the plot thickens. At threat? I don't think so. That comment and this resignation says tome that Robbinsdale, and Rogers since 1972. the February 22 city council meet - he wants control or nothing at all. If he is a fighter as he says he is he would The goals of the council are to im- ing, Ventura was told his resigna- l have stayed on and continued his fight for what he believes in. Soria sad prove access to human services for tion could be received but not ac- I when you think he has almost two years left. I hope he changes his mind. area residents, raise awareness of cepted. r , He needs to honor his commitment to the voters. human service needs, and coordi- One of the reasons Ventura s The mayor has been complaining about the Clubhouse for two and one nate and assist in planningforneeded gavefor resigning from the EDA is half years. It has become obsession. Clubhouse Associates lost their human services in the community. that he is being asked to sign an Financial butts. Better them than the city. There have been four other The Advisory Commission is illegal contract. Ironically. Ventura's restaurant operators in six years and they all failed because of the high composed of citizen representatives resignation could not be legally taxes and rents.. Now it is the citys turn and the mayor is having appointed for two -year terms by accepted because it violated an conniptions. their respective City Council. As an enabling resolution - According to a t Let's face it, the mayorwants and needs the Clubhouse to fail. He needs Advisory Commissioner, representa- memorandum written by Jim it to fail to j ustify his using it as a political football. His negative actions are tives are asked to attend one Advisory Holmes and Gary Winter, EDA at- skillfully designed to paint as poor an image as possible. He could see his Commission meeting per month and torneys from Holmes & Graven, an grip slipping and decided to cry for help. serve on one Commission committee enabling resolution adopted by the _ I personally don't believe that the city will find, and mark my words, or task force during the year. Brooklyn Park City Council man- anything illegal that could j ustify the time and money lost in pursuing this Issues addressed during these dates that the EDA consist of all personal vendetta. They might find some bad accounting practices but meetings span abroad rangeofhuman seven city council members. The nothing illegal. The Clubhouse Associates were a very honest group of service topics including drug and alco- memorandum stipulates that "ab- Brooklyn Park citizens. They tried to help the city with something they holabuse childcare,physicalandsexual sent an amendment to that en- wanted to be a success, the golf course and the Clubhouse. Don't get me abuse, emergency services, mental abling resolution, it is our opinion , they wanted to make a profit. It j ust didn't happen. The Parks and health needs, and senior services. that the mayor continues to be a O reation Department and a consulting firm are now making it work. Anappllcant'spreviousexperience commissioner of the EDA, despite is really infuriates the mayor. inhuman serviceprogramsishelpful, his announcement on Friday." After causing manythousands of dollars and hours to be wasted by but not required. The most important., r —In d -ight of Holmes &,,Graven's council and staff. After creating an impression that some of our citizens quality is a sincere concern for hrunan opinion, Curtis Pearson% City At were stealing from the city and that the city staff is trying to hide the true service needs in the community. tomey, said it would "serve the best facts. When it is all over the mayor will say "even though nothing was Because the Advisory Commission is a interest ofthe city" ifVentura would illegal, we finally got to the bottom of it." citizen body, members come from all reconsider his resignation and par - We should be ashamed to have this go on so long to achieve so little. walks of life. ticipate in the restructuring of the The responsibility of a leader is to pull opposing factions together to seek Appointment to the Advisory EDA. Ventura stated. "I'm going to mutual agreement. With this vindictive attitude, I don't think it ever will Commission will be made by the stand by my resignation. I didn't be possible. Brooklyn Center City Council. Ifyou create the problem." Robert Every person in this city would like to see an independent operator of are interested in volunteering for Stromberg, city council member, the Clubhouse be successful. The past record says the associated high this position or would like to obtain said there wouldn't be a problem if cost almost make it impossible. The city owns the golf course and it is wise additional information, please call y o u had not Although to combine the two into one financial entity. Together they will be Deputy City Clerk Sharon Knutson Pearson acknowledged receipt of successful. Let's get on with solving other problems. at 569 -3300. the resignation, he contended that Ron Dow APPLICATION DEADLINE IS Ventura is still a member of the Brooklyn Park FRIDAY, MARCH 19,1993. EDAandmayshow up atthe meet- PUBLIC FORUM Brooklyn and participate. ATTENTION Brooklyn Center Later during the February 22 SCHOOLS, CLUBS AND To Identif e ri des meeting, Stromberg referred to a Relevant the Ad v i s o r y letter received from the State of ORGANIZATIONS: � Minnesota: (see page 1, Brooklyn BR 0A2KLY1V B LYDZZANEAYE Parks Edinburgh Clubhouse given Northwest, News will tell all BEDFYELO PLAN Commissions clean biIL..J Need Members EDA meeting took place of Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Wednesday, March 17th March 4 to further discuss the Center, Osseo and Maple 7:00 P.M. Edinburgh Clubhouse and restruc- Grove what is happening City Council Chambers The City of Brooklyn Center is tuning of the EDA with your group. Brooklyn Park City hall seeking residentswho am Interested 5200 85th Avenue North NORTHWEST NEWS Send your press releases to: in serving on the following comrnis sp_ stuns: Published lobe monthly by 7946 Zane Avenue No. I Homy, Part IMannins Co.""in1 a -Financial NORTHWEST NEWSPAPERS, INC. P _ Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 nr,akl .rr Aa na rin a Rrerr.wpnKm m.re, 7946 Zane Avenue No. -'Human Rights and Resources Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 or FAX to 566 -8986. li p F,.ad, >k,e,tan,noh ..andb�,na,..a - Northwest Henne Hunrarr within Ma city llm,b of Brooklyn C—.7 Services Council Brooklyn Park, Maple Grove and Osseo, MN. Molt subscr,pbon- S- .5.00 The general purpose of a com- To.ub.anbe.o.11:(612)566 mission is to act in a W advisory FAX (612) 566 -6966 A Public Discussion About Brooklyn Center Pat Milton .............. .....................President, Publisher 0 capacity IV the City Council on re- Poxana Benjamin ..........vice Pros., Managing Editor The City wishes to advance a new plan for communications lated issues. Interested residentsCan Kathleen Pierce....... vice Pros,, Distribution Manager between the City and its residents and work force based on its goals for obtain an application at Brooklyn Lesil Martinez ..........I ......... ....................Display Sales information, involvement and identity. CenterCity Hall, 6301 ShingleCreek Judy Fundingsland ... ...... _ ...................Display Sales Nancy Zimmerman . .........................GmpNc Design Please join in a discussion about: * What about this city are you Parkway, Brooklyn Center, or call Terri Eggiaaton -BNx ......................... .Classitled Ads most proud? * What keeps you working or Living here? * Your best Deputy City Clerk Sharon Knutson Leslie Kurtz ................ ...... ...........................Stan writer memory of Brooklyn Center? at 669 -3300. Gary Mitchell .......... ... _ .. ............................. nist Tuesday, March 9, 1993 7:30 -9 :00 P.M. Final appointment will be made DISPLAY SALES: 566 -1975 AT: Blacksmith Sho C Barr Earle Brown Heritage e Center Iry the Mayor and City Council. A Shop /C r iticationdeadlineisMarch26, 1993. FAX: 566 -8986 Brooklyn Center Minn - ,rfi9 -3303 for more information 1 � MO" Center Sun•Pbw_W9d., Much 3; 1993 - 5A Residents appointed: to advisor anels 5' ';5 •5 •► Y ._P s, 40 F c. In =Hoes Se officials made a number � e min ars of appointments to city advisory A(�V]SOjy posts we 'till &T a : ' J ' c ngs f OTt commissions, which make Policy recommendations to the still available `W DRIED FLORAL ARRANGING, 21 & 22, 1993 Brooklyn Center City Council..' : The appointments, made Feb. Despite a number o f rent :`� UKRANIAN EASTER -EGG PAINTING, M arch 28 &29;,1993 22 by the City Council, are as appointments still All se mina rs include ove ht sta `meals` tax & atuittes fo llows: exist on three,- Brooklyn _ r . - �'r e g *Human r i - g h ft s and Center "citizen advisory resources: Donna : Stoderl' I commissi x Susan Larsen and Kate. Windsor One vacancy still exists. on (all reappointments); the Human. 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If you open or add at least $500 to a savings v account at Marquette Bank Northtown Marquette Bank your r is 8.24% A P.R Ah Rrnnkhrn D'.k NOTICE OF VACANCY BROOKLYN CENTER REPRESENTATIVE FOR NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL ADVISORY COMMISSION The City of Brooklyn Center is looking for a Brooklyn Center resident who has an interest in human services issues and would be willing to serve as a municipal representative to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Advisory Commission. The Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council is a human services planning and coordinating agency serving the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Corcoran Crystal, Dayton, 1 y y Golden Valley, Hanover, Hassan, New Hope, Maple Grove, Osseo, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, and Rogers since 1972. The goals of the Council are to improve access to human services for area residents, raise awareness of human service needs, and coordinate and assist in planning for needed human services in the community. The Advisory Commission is composed of citizen representatives appointed for two - year terms by their respective City Council. As an Advisory Commissioner, representatives are asked to attend one Advisory Commission meeting per month and serve on one Commission committee or task force during the year. Issues addressed during these meetings span a broad range of human service topics including drug and alcohol abuse, child care, physical and sexual abuse, emergency services, mental health needs, and senior services. An applicant's previous experience in human service programs is helpful, but not required. The most important quality is a sincere concern for human service needs in the community. Because the Advisory Commission is a citizen body, members come from all walks of life. Appointment to the Advisory Commission will be made by the Brooklyn Center City Council. If you are interested in volunteering for this position or would like to obtain additional information, please call Deputy City Clerk Sharon Knutson at 569 -3300. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 1993. [Posted at Brooklyn Center City Hall February 19, 1993] [Published in the Brooklyn Center Sun -Post February 24, 19931 [Published in the Northwest News March 8, 19931 CITY 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY Of :BROOKLYN BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430 TELEPHONE: 569 -3300 CENTER FAX: 569 -3494 EMERGENCY - POLICE - FIRE 911 NOTICE OF VACANCY BROOKLYN CENTER HUMAN RIGHTS AND RESOURCES COMMISSION Notice is hereby given that a vacancy exists on the Brooklyn Center Human Rights and Resources Commission. The general purpose of the Commission is to act in an advisory capacity to the City Council on issues related to human relations and civil rights issues and recommend the adoption of such specific policies or actions as are needed to provide for equal opportunity in the community. The Human Rights and Resources Commission meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Interested persons can obtain an application at Brooklyn Center City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, or call Deputy City Clerk Sharon Knutson at 569 -3300. Final appointment will be made by the Mayor and City Council. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 26, 1993. [Posted at Brooklyn Center City Hall and Community Center February 26, 1993] [Published in the Brooklyn Center Sun -Post March 2, 1993] [Published in the Northwest News March S, 1993] 1'N i CITY 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430 B ROOKLYN TELEPHONE: 569 -3300 C ENTER FAX: 569 -3494 EMERGENCY - POLICE - FIRE 911 NOTICE OF VACANCY BROOKLYN CENTER FINANCIAL COMMISSION Notice is hereby given that a vacancy exists on the Brooklyn Center Financial Commission. The general purpose of the Commission is to act in an advisory capacity to the City Council on issues related to finance. The Financial Commission meets on the 1st Monday of each month. Interested persons can obtain an application at Brooklyn Center City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, or call Deputy City Clerk Sharon Knutson at 569- 3300. Final appointment will be made by the Mayor and City Council. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 26, 1993. [Posted at Brooklyn Center City Hall and Community Center February 26, 1993] [Published in the Brooklyn Center Sun -Post March 2, 1993] [Published in the Northwest News March 8, 19931 A IWKNAWAC" 11 CHANNEL #37 ANNOUNCEMENTS CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER DATE: March 1, 1993 DEPARTMENT: Administration CONTACT PERSON- Sharon Knutson DATE ANNOUNCEMENT ON March 1, 1993 DATE ANNOUNCEMENT OFF: March 26, 1993 GUIDELINES: • Limit to 32 characters per line (including blank spaces) and 8 lines total (use additional pages if you need more space) • Specify color for message background Blue, Red, Yellow, Green, Violet BACKGROUND COLOR BLUE Please list the announcement as you would like it to appear: NOTICE OF VACANCIES BROOKLYN CENTER FINANCIAL OMMISSION AND HUMAN RIGHTS & RESOURCES COMMISSION APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED FOR APPOINTMENT TO COMMISSIONS AT CITY HALL. FOR INFO: 569 -3300. DEADLINE TO APPLY IS 3/26/93. RETURN FORM TO RUTH DICKSON, CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE, CITY HALL REVISED 4/92 CITY 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY OF :BROOKLYN BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430 TELEPHONE: 569 -3300 C ENTER FAX: 569 -3494 EMERGENCY - POLICE - FIRE March 3, 1993 911 Dear Advisory Commission Applicants: At its February 22, 1993, meeting, the City Council appointed /reappointed the following persons to serve on the the various commissions: PLANNING COMMISSION Dianne Reem, Debra Hilstrom, and Tim Willson HOUSING COMMISSION Todd Cannon and Kathleen Carmody HUMAN RIGHTS AND RESOURCES COMMISSION: Donna Stoderl, Susan Larsen, and Kate Windsor PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION: Sarah Robinson Pollock, Don Peterson, Noah Bridges NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION: Jerry Eiserman With the appointment of Kathleen Carmody to the Housing Commision, there now exists a vacancy on the Human Rights and Resources Commission, which Ms. Carmody previously served. There also exists a vacancy on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Advisory Commission and, just recently, on the Financial Commission. Mayor Paulson suggested you be notified of these vacancies to inquire if you are interested in appointment to one of these commissions. Please call me at 569 -3306 if you continue to have an interest in serving on an advisory commission. The Mayor and City Council will be appointing commissioners at the April 12, 1993, Council meeting. Thank you. Sincerely, Sharon Knutson Administrative Assistant /Deputy City Clerk CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER �C cc: Mayor and City Council Members�� 19B61ll,,IMFACACff1' J 14 /1 c �� � 8 � ") �-- � ✓ d d b Qom" sno a �x _L is >> (, t •. o$ c ^3� � Noo ........._. ee • � �` �� 'N _1• I (, CC E ! 31raH3A1H� �- /' r 2 ° .- /d•lsslss/ - -•.,. 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'x- N S• /` � a b � <��' > $ROOK 1 ''�.._�.. - .•� •w � '�.• � 9n�� N .. b n .z -- _.S_.(� �y� MISSiSSi C5 o L Al 1 I) i . ( / (A r ST --- --r'�' �1 � \. _ E �,�/T� � NOUJ�jq'i ✓. 9 0 \�/ L—h ANNA w X1,, MINUTE S OF THE PROCEEDINGS F THE PLANNING COMMISSION O OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE HE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION APRIL 15, 1993 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission met in regular session and was called to order by Chair Pro tern Holmes at 7.40 p.m. Chair Pro tern Mark Holmes, Commissioners Debra Hilstrom, Robert Mickelson and Diane Reem. Also present were the Secretary to the Planning Commission Planning and Zoning Specialist Ronald Warren and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Carla Wirth. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - MARCH 25, 1993 Motion by Commissioner Mickelson, seconded by Commissioner Hilstrotn, to approve the minutes of the March 25, 1993, Planning Commission meeting as submitted. Voting in favor; Chair Pro tem Holmes, Commissioners Hilstrom, Mickelson and Reem. Voting against; none. The motion passed, CHAIRPERSON'S EXPLANATION Chair Pro tern Holmes explained that the Planning Commission is an advisory body. One of the Commission's functions is to bold public hearings. In the matters concerned in these hearings, the Commission makes recommendations to the City Council. The City Council makes all final decisions in these matters. APPLICATION NO 93W2 (BROOKDALE CHRISTIAN CENTER ASSEMBLY OF GOP) The Secretary introduced the first item of business, a request from the Brookdale Christian Center Assembly of God for preliminary plat approval to subdivide an approximate six acre parcel of land located at 6030 Xerxes Avenue North into three lots and an outlot. The Secretary reviewed the contents of the staff report (see Planning Commission Information Sheet for Application No. 93002, attached), Commissioner Mickelson asked if the setback issue should be further addressed in proposed condition 5 to include "for the purposes of building set backs, the west lot line of Lot 2 will be considered the front property line and a minimum 35' building setback will be imposed from this property line ". The Secretary responded this could be included but added he did not think it was necessary. 4/15/93 - 1 - Chair Pro tern Holmes asked when the utility extension will be required. The Secretary indicated prior to the time the building permit is issued for the single family home. He added the City could do the utility work and assess the cost to the property owner or a private contractor could complete the project to City specifications under the City's supervision. In either case, the improvements will not be assessed to other existing property abutting Vincent Avenue since they already have these Services. Commissioner Holmes asked if a six inch water main is standard. The Secretary indicated that he believed it is but at the time the two inch service was installed it only served two lots north of 64th Avenue. He felt the likelihood of the area to the east being developed was remote since it abuts the flood plain and is owned by the Little League. Chair Pro tern Holmes questioned the review by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission. The Secrotary explained that this review is required if the subdivision is over five acres and abuts a floodway, He did not anticipate any problems with this plat. Commissioner Reem asked if the garage access is filed with the property. The Secretary indicated it will be a perpetual casement that runs with the property as long as that access situation exists. Commissioner Rcem questioned the ownership of the wooded area. The Secretary used an ovenccad to point out this area and explained it is Cit owned. property. Commissioner Reem asked if staff received any calls of concern from neighboring residents. The Secretary indicated they did not and added that mailed notices are not required with a plat request. However, notices were published in the newspaper. Commissioner Reem asked Pastor Cilke about the operation of the day care. Pastor Cilke responded that it is a non - profit day we which is licensed by the State. It is open Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. He added that the Church may have a prospective buyer for the existing house, He further explained that the City was not assessing the church taxes hint now the parsonage is not being used by a church pastor or employee and will be subject to taxes. They intend to sell this property as soon as possible. Chair Pro tem Holmes asked if Pastor Cilke had any questions about the subdivision agreement or utility extension requirements. Pastor Cilke reported that the utility work is estimated to cost over $12,000 so they intend to sell Lot 3 as raw land. PUBLIC HEARING (APPLICATION NO 9300Q Chair Pro tern Holmes opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on request for preliminary plat approval to subdivide an approximate 6 acre parcel of land located at 6030 Xerxes Avenue North into three lots and an outlot at 8:20 p.m. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Commission, no one appeared to speak, and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. 4/15/93 -2- �;LQSE PUBLIC HARING Thcrc was a moti by Commissioner Mickclson and seconded by Commissioner Hilstrom to close the public hearing at 8:20 p,m. The motion passed unanimously. ACTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NQ 93042 (BROOKDALE CHRISTIAN CENTER ASSEMBLY QF_GOD) Motion by Commissioner Hilstrom and seconded by Commissioner Mickelson to recommend approval of Application No. 93002 submitted by Brookdale Christian Center Assembly of God, subject to the following conditions: 1. The final plat is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 2. The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances, including the need for a subdivision agreement regarding costs for utility service line extensions and hook ups as well as extension of Vincent Avenue North. 3. The applicant shall apply for and receive the necessary approvals from the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission prior to final plat approval by thr, City Council. 4. Applicant shall provide an easement for access purposes over Lot 1, Block 1 to Lot 2, Block 1 for access to the garage area of the existing single family home. 5. Approval of this preliminary plat comprehends the west property line of Lot 2 to be a front property line for building setback purposes. Voting in favor: Chair Pro tern Holmes, Commissioners Hilstrom, Mickelson and Reem. The motion passed. . The Secretary informed Pastor Cilke the applicant should be present at the April 26, 1993, City Council meeting. DISCUSSION ITEMS The Secretary mported staff is preparing a report on the Brooklyn Boulevard Study in conjunction with a Comprehensive Plan amendment. Also, this information should be reviewed the Neighborhood Committee. Commissioner Reem commented that she also serves on the Central Neighborhood Committee. Commissioner Hilstrom questioned the formation of Neighborhood Committees. The Secretary explained that residents serve on a voluntary basis. The Neighborhood Committees review different types of issues such as Comprehensive Plan amendments and rezonings. Since the Brooklyn Boulevard Study impacts the Central Neighborhood area, that Committee should review the Study and make recommendations. 4/15/93 .3 - Commissioner Hilstrom asked when the agenda packet is usually received. The Secretary explained staff tries to have it available the Tuesday before the meeting; however, it was later this week because the photocopier was broken. Chair Pro tem Holmes reported on a painting home occupation which has unsightly outside storage of paint cans and other junk, Commissioner Reem reported on a house on Brooklyn Boulevard which also has a lot of junk in the yard. The Secretary indicated he would inspect these properties. In response to Commissioner Reem's questions, the Secretary reported the Country Market building is still vacant. Conoco was looking at a possible purchase of the gas station at Gard Avenue and Brooklyn Boulevard but is not currently pursuing a plan. The Secretary provided an update can the shopping ccnter. Chair Pro tem Holmes questioned the Park & Ride. The Secretary indicated he has only seen a preliminary sketch, nothing final. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Mickelson seconded by Commissioner Reem to adjourn the meeting of the Planning Commission. The motion passed unanimously. The Planning Commission adjourned at 8.40 p,m. Chairperson Recorded and transcribed by: Carla Wirth TimeSaver Off Sitc Secretarial 41 / 5/93 -4- CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Data q3 Agenda Item Number /O tj/ REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: Planning Commission Application No. 93002 - Brookdale Christian Center Assembly of God DEPT. APPROVAL: RONALD A. WARREN, PLANNING AND ZONING SPECIALIST MANAGER'S REVIEW /RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) Planning Commission Application No. 93002 submitted by Reverend Robert Cilke on behalf of Brookdale Christian Center Assembly of God is a request for preliminary plat approval to subdivide an approximate 6 acre parcel of land located at 6030 Xerxes Avenue North into three lots and an outlot. This application was considered by the Planning Commission at its April 15, 1993 meeting. Attached are minutes and information sheet from the meeting, a map of the area, and a land survey for the Council's review. Recommendation This application was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission at its April 15, 1993 meeting. i PLANNING COMMISSION INFORMATION SHEET Application No: 93002 Applicant: Brookdale Christian Center Assembly of God Location: 6030 Xerxes Avenue North Request: Preliminary Plat The Reverend Robert Cilke, on behalf of the Brookdale Christian Center Church, is requesting preliminary plat approval to subdivide the approximate six acre church property into three lots and an outlot. The land in question is zoned R -1 and is bounded on the north by a vacant church building presently owned by the Brookdale Christian Center and Garden City Park; on the east by Brooklyn Center American Little League property; on the south by various single family homes and right of way for Vincent and Washburn Avenues; and on the west by Xerxes Avenue. The purpose of the subdivision is primarily to create a legal lot for the old church parsonage located at 6012 Washburn Avenue, so that it can be sold separately from the church. The proposal also would create a new single family residential lot located off an extended Vincent Avenue (to be addressed 6013 Vincent Avenue North) which could be sold for development of a single family home. And finally, the proposal would create an outlot which could potentially be divided into residential lots through a future replatting. The proposed plat which is to be known as Brookdale Christian Center Addition, encompasses 260,306 s.f. and would contain three lots and an outlot of the following dimensions: Lot Width Depth Area Use Lot 1, Block 1 403.75' Varies 134,800 s.f. Church & Parking (6030 Xerxes) (413' deepest) lot Lot 2, Block 1 85' 136' 11,560 s.f. Single Family (6012 Washburn) Residence Lot 3, Block 1 80' (street line) 136' 11,220 s.f. Single Family (6013 Vincent) 82.5' (average) Residence Outlot A 323' Varies 78,200 s.f. Ball field reserved (275' deepest) for future replatting Lot one contains the church building, parking lot and a 26' x 40' accessory building. It also contains enough land area for an expanded parking lot to meet the church's required parking. Currently the church owns the property to the north which also has a church building and parking lot which once housed the Brookdale Christian Center School. As this survey indicates, these two parcels have access between the properties and the Brookdale Christian Center utilizes the existing parking for it's purposes. The northerly lot is currently for sale and if sold the current arrangement for parking and access might not continue, but Brookdale Christian Center is not dependant on the northerly site because it has enough available land to provide adequate parking on it's own site. Lot 2 contains and existing single family home (6012 Washburn Avenue) that once served as a parsonage for the church. More recently it has been rented out, and the church is seeking to establish this as a legal lot which would allow them to sell the lot if so desired. This property partially fronts on Washburn Avenue (33.41 It will not have frontage entirely along a public street and access to the garage will be over the church property. Section 35 -520 of the zoning ordinance (copy attached) requires parcels to abut public right of way. Generally this means abutment along the entire width of the property. The ordinance allows the City Council to waive this requirement in favor of a reasonable alternative where unusual circumstances prevail. We are not seeking the extension of Washburn Avenue in this area because extension would create set back problems for the existing church gym /fellowship hall. Instead the City Engineer has required the granting of a drainage and utility easement and the church will have to grant an access easement over it's property in this area to Lot 2. Such an easement and access agreement must be executed prior to final plat approval and be filed at Hennepin County with this plat. It should be noted that for purposes of building set backs, the west lot line of Lot 2 will be considered the front property line and a minimum 35' building set back will be imposed from this property line. Regarding the creation of Lot 3 (6013 Vincent Avenue), the plat provides for appropriate right of way dedication for an extension of Vincent Avenue North. Sanitary sewer and water lines in Vincent will have to be extended to provide service for this newly created single family residential lot. The City Engineer has determined that the water main is not large enough to service this lot and possible other lots north of this one. Therefore, the water main will have to be increased from 2 to 6 in this area. The sanitary sewer will also need to be extended as well as roadway extension for Vincent Avenue. The City Engineer recommends that a subdivision agreement be required with this plat which will acknowledge the need for these public improvements with cost of such improvements being borne by this property. Outlot A presently contains a ball field which is utilized by the Brooklyn Center American Little League. The outlot designation will allow this area to be subdivided in the future if proposed by the property owner without including all of the church property in another plat. The church currently does not have such plans, but any future subdivision would have to take into consideration the 4 -15 -93 2 extension of sanitary sewer, water and Vincent Avenue. This part of the plat is adjacent to the flood plain for Shingle Creek and because of this it must be reviewed by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission. The survey of the property shows the 100 year flood elevation of 844 It is recommended that watershed review and approval be accomplished before final plat approval by the City Council. A public hearing has been scheduled and notice has appeared in the Brooklyn Center Sun /Post. Also, notice of the plat has been sent to Robbinsdale Independent School District #281 and Hennepin County. The plat appears to be in order and we would recommend approval subject to the following conditions: 1. The final plat is subject to review in approval by the City Engineer. 2. The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances, including the need for a subdivision agreement regarding costs for utility service line extensions and hook ups as well as extension of Vincent Avenue North. 3. The applicant shall apply for and receive the necessary approvals from the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission prior to final plat approval by the City Council. 4. Applicant shall provide an easement for access purposes over Lot 1, Block 1 to Lot 2, Block 1 for access to the garage area of the existing single family home. 5. Approval of this preliminary plat comprehends the west property line of Lot 2 to be a front property line for building set back purposes. 4 -15 -93 3 11111 - rrri �� _ ►.�� 11� ■I�r = I:�C�1■ /1 �■ . , �� 111 111 /� =i� •.j •� t�� /d � 111 ■ ,,:.�:� 11111 I ■ ��-- ! .` - ,--- " �1 �� ■��i L . CI' �� 1111 � ■ �■ ■ � /1 ■ 1 � 111111 111 ■� �� �� �� - ■. �� •....■ .:, 111 ■■►�� ..�� ..� ■ ■ .�� �, - ,�'� .1 � NINE 11111111 • 11� " ♦ . ♦ ., �� � � �♦ • � 111 ��► • � � ■■� ���� � � �� ! .1111 IIII .1111 ■ �� � �1� .■ �� ��� � � ���►� � 1 111 11111111 � : ; `: :• �� ..� E � � , -► 11 11111111 II ►��,, fs � �: � �■":�� - . : :��� 111 �. ♦ � � �► '■.. 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Every parcel proposed for some use permitted by the terms of this ordinance shall abut a public right - of -way, provided that where unusual circumstances prevail, the City Council may waive this requirement in favor of a reasonable alternative. If a parcel does not abut a public right -of -way, the applicant may cause an appropriate right -of -way to be dedicated to the municipality provided that any such dedication must conform to the official street layout plan, or in the event the official plan does not comprehend such an appropriate right -of -way, the dedication shall conform to a street layout plan meeting the requirements of Section 15 -106 of these ordinances, approved by the Director of Public Works and adopted by the City Council. Section 35 -530 BUILDINGS IN R1 AND R2 DISTRICTS. In R1 and RZ districts ever building ing hereafter erected or structurally altered shall be located on a lot, and in no case shall there be more than one principal building on one lot. The term "principal building" shall be given its common, ordinary meaning; in case of doubt, or on any question of interpretation, the decision shall rest with the zoning official. 1. No accessory building, unless an integral part of the principal building, shall be erected, altered, or moved, within six feet of the principal building, as measured from exterior wall to exterior wall. No accessory building shall be erected, altered, or moved within six feet of another accessory building, as measured from exterior wall to exterior wall. ""►- - 2. Accessory buildings ings may not be erected within the side yard adjacent to the street of a corner lot. 3. No accessory building shall exceed 15 feet in height. 4. No basement, cellar, garage, tent, or accessory building shall at any time be used as a residence or dwelling, temporarily or permanently. 5. All dwellings shall be on permanent foundations which comply with the State Building Code and which are solid for the complete circumference of the dwelling, except that accessory uses such as screened or enclosed porches, canopies, decks, balconies, stairs, etc., may be placed on a noncontinuous permanent foundation as approved by the Building Official. 6. The width and the depth of the main portion of any dwelling built after July 23, 1983, shall be no less than 18 Section 35 -540 COMBINATION OF LAND PARCELS. Multiple parcels of land which are contiguous and adjacent and which are proposed to serve a single development use and which are under common ownership shall be combined into a single parcel through platting or registered land survey. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 4/26/93 Agenda Item Numbe REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: WATER UTILITY METER READING POLICY DEPT. APPROVAL: Y7 X�� �__ Sy Knapp, Directo of Pub is Works MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: • No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Yes ON January 25, 1993 the council approved an amendment to the water utility's • administrative policy regarding water shut offs where customers have not paid their utility bill. The amended procedure will provide customers with the right to demand a hearing before the City Council to show cause as to why their water should not be shut off. Utility maintenance staff have suggested that this provision be made available to customers whose water is being shut off because they have not provided a meter reading for four quarters (two quarters for non - residential customers), and would not allow utility staff in their home or building to obtain a meter reading. The City Attorney agrees that the right to a public hearing should also be made available to customers in this situation. The attached proposed administrative procedure would add this provision to the meter reading policy. Administrative hearings would be handled in the same way as those for shut offs due to non - payment. Council members would receive an RFCC packet showing the facts of the case, and the burden would be on the customer to show why they could not follow the duly established rules and therefore should not be shut off. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION Discuss and approve the attached administrative policy. r April, 1993 ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY METER READINGS Brooklyn Center Ordinance 4 -105 requires that all water utility customers read their meters and provide those readings to the Utilities Division. Section 4 -202 states that water service may be discontinued to any property for disregard of duly established rules and regulations. The following is the policy regarding meter reading: 1) Residential Properties: A meter reading is due 18 days after the date of mailing meter reading cards. Non - residential Properties: Public Utilities Division employees read non - residential property meters each quarter. 2) If a meter reading is not provided, and the meter reading must be estimated, then a delinquent meter reading penalty shall be assessed to the customer on the next utility bill. Meter reading penalties are established annually with the utilities rate schedules. 3) Residential Properties: If after four consecutive quarters the customer has not submitted a meter reading, the Public Utilities Division shall notify the customer that they have 14 days to schedule an appointment for meter reading. Such notice shall also inform the customer that they have a right to demand a public hearing at the next regularly scheduled Council meeting to show cause sa to why their water should not be shut off. The demand must be made in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. If no written demand is received within that time period, then it is assumed the customer waives the right to a hearing. Non - residential Properties: If after two consecutive quarters the Public Utilities Divisions has not been able to read a meter, the customer shall be notified that they have 14 days to schedule an appointment for meter reading. Such notice shall also inform the customer that they have a right to demand a public hearing at the next regularly scheduled Council meeting to show cause as to why their water should not be shut off. The demand must be made in writing to the City Clerk within 10 days. If no written demand is received within that time period, then it is assumed the customer waives the right to a hearing. 4) The City Council may at an administrative hearing at a regularly scheduled meeting consider the shutoff of water to a property, and order staff to take such actions as it deems are necessary. 5) If by the end of the 14 day period the customer refuses to schedule an appointment, or if the Public Utilities Division is unable to otherwise gain access to the building to obtain a reading, and if the customer has not demanded a public hearing, then the water shall be turned off immediately. Date Dear Utility Customer: The Public Utilities Division has not received a meter reading from you for four consecutive quarters [ Non - residential customers: has not been able to obtain a meter reading for two consecutive quarters]. According to City Council policy, you are hereby required to schedule an appointment with the Public Utilities Division to read your meter. This appointment must occur within the next 14 days. If no appointment has been scheduled, the Public Utilities Division is authorized to discontinue water service to your [property. You have the right to demand, in writing, an administrative hearing by the City Council at its next regularly scheduled meeting. At this meeting you must show cause as to why the Council should not order your service discontinued. This written, signed demand must be received by the City Clerk at City Hall by 4:30 p.m. 10 days from the date of this notice. If no written request is received, it will be assumed that you have waived your right to a hearing. Please call the Public Utilities Division at 569 -3390 for an appointment. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, CHARGES FOR RESTORING DISCONTINUED WATER SERVICE Mon -Fri (Except Holidays) 7:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M ................. S25.00 Any time other than the above .............................. $75.00 Charles Hansen Payment must be received prior to restoration of service DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE WATER UTILITY METER READING POLICY WHEREAS, Section 4 -105 of the Brooklyn Center City Ordinances requires that all water utility customers read their meters and provide those readings to the City Public Utilities Division; and WHEREAS, Section 4 -202 of the Ordinances states that water service may be discontinued to any property for disregard of duly established rules and regulations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that the Administrative Policy: Meter Readings dated April, 1993 is hereby adopted. 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 426/93 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: TREE CITY USA AND ARBOR MONTH STATUS DEPT. APPROV : Sy Knapp, D ector of Public Works MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: �C! No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached Brooklyn Center has been designated a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation. This designation is a recognition of the City's commitment to preserving and increasing its urban forest. This designation, which must be renewed annually, is in recognition of 1992 efforts. About 100 cities in Minnesota have achieved this status; Brooklyn Center is one of about 40 metro area cities so designated. To maintain this designation for 1993, Brooklyn Center must continue its commitment. One of the requirements of a Tree City USA is an Arbor Day proclamation and an Arbor Day celebration. Attached to this memo is a proclamation declaring April 30 as Arbor Day, and May, 1993 as Arbor Month in Brooklyn Center. It is hoped that an Arbor Month celebration can be scheduled around the 69th Avenue Landscaping project. That project will plant 274 trees on 69th Avenue between Brooklyn Boulevard and West Palmer Lake Drive. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION A resolution recognizing the Tree City USA designation and reaffirming the City's commitment to its urban forest is provided for Council consideration. A proclamation declaring Arbor Day and Arbor Month is also provided. r Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE DESIGNATION OF BROOKLYN CENTER AS A TREE CITY USA WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center is committed to preserving and enhancing its urban forest; and WHEREAS, the National Arbor Day Foundation, upon the recommendation of the State of Minnesota forester, has designated Brooklyn Center as a Tree City USA in recognition of 1992 forestry activities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. The Council hereby recognizes and accepts the designation of Tree City USA on behalf of the residents of Brooklyn Center. 2. The Council reaffirms its commitment to urban forestry, and directs staff to, within the constraints of existing resources, continue a high level of maintenance and reforestation efforts. 3. The Council commends city staff and the residents of Brooklyn Center for their work in maintaining and enhancing Brooklyn Center's urban forest. 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. //b a PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 30, 1993 AS ARBOR DAY AND MAY, 1993 AS ARBOR MONTH IN BROOKLYN CENTER WHEREAS, Trees are an increasingly vital resource in Minnesota today, enriching our lives by purifying air and water, helping conserve soil and energy, creating jobs through a large forest products industry, serving as recreational settings, providing habitat for wildlife of all kinds, and making our cities more livable; and WHEREAS, Human activities such as construction damage and pollution, as well as disease and insects, threaten our trees, creating the need for concerted action to ensure the future of urban and rural forests in our state, country, and world; and WHEREAS, All citizens are urged to become more aware of the importance of trees to their well being, to participate in tree planting programs that will ensure a green Minnesota in decades to come, and to plant, nurture, protect, and wisely use Minnesota's great treasure of trees. NOW, THEREFORE, 1, AS MAYOR OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER, State of Minnesota, do hereby proclaim April 30, 1993 Arbor Day and May, 1993 as Arbor Month in Brooklyn Center. Date Mayor Attest: Deputy Clerk CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 4/26/93 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: CO -OP NORTHWEST FUNDING REQUEST ******************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** DEPT. APPROVAL: e Gerald G. Splinter, City Ma Yager MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECONMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached ******************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) This funding request was brought to the City Council's attention originally, referred to the Human Rights and Resources Commission, its recommendation came to the Council and the City Council referred the request to the Financial Commission. Attached please find the following: copies of the materials sent to the City Council as a part of the recommendation from the Human Rights and Resources Commission, copies of materials supplied to the Financial Commission for its consideration, and a draft copy of the minutes of the Financial Commission's consideration of this subject. By way of summary, the Human Rights and Resources Commission recommended approval of the funding request, and the Financial Commission after review recommended the Council review the definition of the contingency fund contained in their financial policies and if this funding request fits that definition, they would view it as acceptable; and if it doesn't, then it is unacceptable in their view. Your financial policies define contingency as follows: "The City will annually appropriate a contingency appropriation in the general fund budget, not to exceed 5% of the total budget, to provide for unanticipated expenditure of a nonrecurring nature." We believe the proposed funding request for CO -OP Northwest meets the criteria contained in your definition of contingency. First of all, the funding is for a one -time request with future funding of CO -OP Northwest being developed from other sources. It further benefits the City of Brooklyn Center in that by expending $5,678 the City will receive more funding in return through its participation in this program (i.e. police cadet program). RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION City staff and the Human Rights and Resources Commission recommend your favorable consideration of the attached funding resolution for the CO -OP Northwest project. Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE GENERAL FUND BUDGET TO PROVIDE FUNDING ASSISTANCE TO NWHHSC FOR CO -OP NORTHWEST WHEREAS, the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, New Hope, Crystal and Robbinsdale formed an initiative called CO -OP (Communities Organizing Opportunities for People) Northwest; and WHEREAS, this collaborative effort, which addresses housing, human services, jobs and training issues, is staffed by Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council ( NWHHSC), a joint - powers, nonprofit entity of which the City of Brooklyn Center is a member; and WHEREAS, NWHHSC is requesting funding support for the purpose of funding administration of the CO -OP Northwest project; and WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center human rights and resources commission has reviewed this request and recommends approval of it; and WHEREAS, Section 7.09 of the City Charter of the City of Brooklyn Center does provide for a contingency appropriation as a part of the General Fund Budget and further provides that the contingency appropriation may be transferred to any other appropriation by the City Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center that the 1993 General Fund Budget is hereby amended as follows: 1. Increase the appropriation for the following line item: • Department 152, Social Services • Object Number 4400, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council • Program Number 1821, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council $5,678.00 2. Decrease the appropriation for the following line item: • Department 182, Unallocated Departmental Expenses • Object Number 4995, Contingency $5,678.00 RESOLUTION NO. Date Todd Paulson, Mayor ATTEST: Deputy Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded b member P g g Y Y 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. 6124932559 03 -18 -93 14: S0 NW HEHNEPIN H_IMAH � 893 P02 NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES C OUNCIL March 18, 1993 Dear Brooklyn Center Council Members; We are requesting funding support in the Amount of $5,678.00 to fund our staff support efforts for a project initiated by your city and four of your neighbors. This initiative, CO -OP (Communities Organizing Opportunities for People) Northwest, started by the five cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, New Hope, Crystal, and Robbinsdale, is a collaborative effort established to address the housing, human services, jobs and training issues in the sub- region of northwest Hennepin County. These five cities represent 145,305 people or 51 %n of the total population in Northwest Hennepin County. What these cities have in common is an g ho aging of their h in g stock a large number of multi - family dwellings, increased numbers of people living in porverty,and increased human service needs. These contiguous cities have both a need and a desire to work together to address the issues before them. The planning for infrastructure, including transportation and housing, has been done too often without regard for the human factor. There is a need for wholistic planning and service delivery that looks at all factors at the same time and that cuts across boundary lines. These issues must be addressed at all levels - through policy changes, through projects and programs, and through larger system changes. We have experienced success in our work to collaboratively address the housing and related human service needy. We have worked to develop a community resource center which primarily will serve Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park residents, that has involves] people from the community in securing resources, jobs, and support; we have developed a law enforcement project that will provide jobs and help to diversity local police departments, we have initiated an effort to provide human services to local apartment residents; and we h ave worked on a vision for the community that will be welcoming to diversity. We are a community that is experiencing significant changes, that has significant issues, and that has the people and commitment necessary to be proactive in addressing these matters. We look forward to working with and for you to increase the opportunities for residents in your community. Thank you for your support. ,-- Sincere y a rteta V rider, Executive Director Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council cc. Daniel Donahue, Chair, CO - Northwest BROOKLYN CENTER CORCORAN GOLDEN VALLEY MAPLE GROVE PLYMOUTH BROOKLYN PARK CRYSTAL HANOVER NEW HOPE ROBB[NSDALE CHAMPLIN D AYTON HASSAN OSSEO ROGERS r'r�l It ,, ...,. ,.. 1,,, A.m , ,. nl . f),.. -..a•L .., n�.-I, AEI of �Sr1 `7R NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL Planning, Research, and Coordination of Human Services 1'. 11 ••4 V (3 1 C E c i y I - C of B lv - n Ci%-.'-f-1ter Cc. r - nte - c, MN 5) 3 4 3 0 Nor Rc-co,marte-r 11 LAniCiPnI to CO ... C*jf- by CO—( No't 01 CIPP01 sor Pc-:�op].EF.., is a ITILO.-ti— - f - j q housi - -ir'jd - f -- E--1atEd hum-sa - f - i si - iwicf .xf BROOKLYN CENTER CORCORAN GOLDEN VALLEY MAPLE GROVE PLYMOUTH BROOKLYN PARK CRYSTAL HANOVER NEW HOPE ROBBINSDALE C I HAMPLIN DAYTON HASSAN OSSEO ROGERS Kentucky Avenue N. • Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 (612) 493-2802 HISTORY OF CO -OP NORTHWEST Summer 1991 Cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, New Hope and Robbinsdale meet to discuss the administrative dollars generated from the Metropolitan HRk housing vouchers in their communities. Together, these cities have almost one third of all housing vouchers administered by the Metropolitan HRA. It is a common desire to see those dollars be returned to the community to be used for housing and related services planning. Through these discussions, cities recognize the need to work on a variety of housing and human services issues that cross jurisdictional lines. 8/7/91 The five city managers, together with Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council, meet with staff from the Metropolitan HRA and the Metropolitan Council. The focus is on the needs of the area and the need to work together to address common issues. 8/8/91 A major "brainstorming" session is held to bring in some of the key players in the area that are concerned about housing and human services issues. New participants include: District 281, 279, 11 and 286; local non - profit housing developers (eg. Westminster, Elim 0 Transitional Housing), human services providers (eg. CEAP). The croup identified common concerns and recommended strategies to address them. The strategy that received the most attention was: 'To create a sub - regional model for inter - system collaboration and problem - solving. " 8/28/91 The cities and other members of the multi - jurisdictional effort host the Housing Committee of the Minnesota House of Representatives at the City o Brooklvn Park. Highlights include: a "video tour" of the area, statistics demonstrating human need and testimonv from local officials. 12 A Policy Statement is approved for the Multi- Jurisdictional effort: 1) Maintain and enhance commercial and residential property ?) Promote the Northwest suburbs in a unified manner S) Preserve and promote quality housing opportunities for all income levels 4 ) Work to integrate supportive service opportunities with neighborhood housing 5) DeveIop multi- sector approaches to addressing citizen's housing and human services needs Winter 1992 Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council receives a "Capacity - Building" grant from the Minnesota Housing Finance Age to support and expand the Multi- Jurisdictional Housing and Human Services effort. 3/10/92 The Multi- Jurisdictional Housing and Human Services Initiative approves a resolution to be passed in all jurisdictions indicating a commitment to work together on the items outlined in the Policy Statement. The Multi- Jurisdictional Housing and Human Services Initiative also approves in concept seven action groups with an Executive Committee to oversee their efforts: o Pilot Project Group o Programs and Policies Group o Public Relations Group o HRA Certificates and Vouchers Group o Community Investment Principles Group o Jobs, Education and Training Group Spring 1992 It is recognized that major players are still missing. NWHHSC staff and Metropolitan Council staff meet with the Hennepin County Community Services staff. Members of the Multi- Jurisdictional Initiative also present information and solicity the involvement of Hennepin County at the County Board. The Hennepin County Office of Planning & Development and the Office of Training & Employment Assistance also get involved. Several other community representatives are invited to meeting Effort are made to get coverage from different sectors for each committee. Plans include incorporating more representation from communities of color, churches, businesses and program participants. Summer 1992 The following jurisdictions pass resolutions: The cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale, Hennepin County, Districts 279, 281, 286, 11 and 287. Action groups begin to meet and actively work on projects including: o a proposal to begin a resident council in a local apartment buildinz and to increase linkage between apartment residents and human services v o a proposal to provide job training to low - income residents via a Police Cadet Program followed by placing people in jobs in the Northwest Hennepin area o a possible program to provide education and funds for first -time homebuyers and for people rehabbing their houses o a legislative platform to undergird these initiatives and to provide funding for the overall effort o a catchv name for the Multi- Jurisdictional Housing and Human Services Initiative which sums up its purpose o a "social services impact statement" to be used by organizations i considering public funding for private businesses i SYNOPSIS OF CO -OP NORTHWEST EFFORT The first tier suburbs in Northwest Hennepin County are experiencing the same kinds of infrastructure deterioration and economic issues as the core city. Substantial housing developments are home to a large number of single- parent families, public assistance recipients, and persons of color and economic disadvantage. Single family homes are also burdened with frequent challenges and human service issues in their communities. Over the last decade (1981 - 1990), the number of people receiving Food Stamps has increased by 881'c and the number of people receiving Medical Assistance in -Northwest Hennepin has increased by 1227,'e. Poverty' increased by 45-c from 1979 to 1959 while the population only grew' by 22% during that same period. The CO -OP Northwest initiative recognizes that low and moderate income suburban residents are faced with numerous problems including: difficulty in acquiring affordable, quality housing; lack of job history and marketable skills; difficulties with access to and awareness of human services; unaffordable and inaccessible child care and inadequate transuortation. Five cities in the Northwest Hennepin County community have recognized that they share many of the same problems and that they could solve the problems more effectively with a collaborative approach than with each city trying to solve alI of the problems in isolation. The CO -OP Northwest initiative is a collaborative of Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council with the cities of Brooklvn Park, Brooklvn Center, Crystal, New Hope and Robbinsdale; Anoka- Hennepin, Robbinsdale, Osseo and Brooklyn Center School Districts; the Metropolitan Council, CASH and Hennepin County; North Hennepin Community College and Intermediate School District 2S7 -North Hennepin Technical College; and various social service agencies including CEAP. In addition, there is an effort to recruit more community members. Initialiv CO -OP Northwest was developed to assist low and moderate income residents acquire affordable, quality housing. The group quickly realized that lack of decent housing is one of several related problems facinc low and moderate income people in the area. CO -OP Northwest has the broad theme of holistically addressing quality of life issues for residents of the area by addressing the various barriers to economic empowerment. The CO- OP Northwest effort is made up of eight committees which each actively address a different aspect of the overall effort. The Action Groups include: Legislation Component, the McKnight Project Committee, the Policies and Programs Group, Hra Certificates and Vouchers, Public Relations, Community Investment Principles, the Education, Jobs and Training Committee and the Executive Committee which has representatives from each committee as well as members at lar and services to coordinate the overall effort. r CO -OP NORTHWEST (Communities Organizing Opportunities for People) POLICIES 1 ) Maintain and en Nance co7mmerci al and residential proper -v 2 ) Promote the VOrth :Jest suburlos in a L'niLied - manner. 3) Preserve and prc -ote cual - LLi housing ODDOrtuiities -or a!" income levels in the Live city area. 4) Work to integrate suDDortive service opportunities wJith neiChi7orhood housing. 5) Develop multi- sector approaches to addressing citizen's housing and 'human services needs. CO -OP NORTHWEST (Communities Organizing Opportunities for People) Coordinated by Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council � ! II II * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** PILOT PROJECTS * * 9 (merger of 8 11JOBS, TRAINING & 11 *HRA CERTIFICATES* OPolicies /Programsq 11 EDUCATION 11 * & VOUCHERS I& Pilot Projects) 11 11 * STUDY GROUP * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** Purpose: Increase capacity of the area to Purpose: To work in collaboration with local Purpose: Dedication of fund and implement pilot projects businesses, the Private Industry Council, Henn. administrative funds for housing Projects: Cty. ,lobs & Training, local colleges and cities vouchers to address community * Input on McKnight Grant for linking to develop jobs and training opportunities planning needs in the sub - regional housing & human services 1993 -95 $53,000 area * Housing rehab projects Project: * Completion of "futuring study" for the 1) Police Cadet Training and Skill- Building sub - regional area Employment Opportunities CULTURAL * Other pilot projects for the area Nov. 1, 1992 - Dec. 31, 1993 $120,000 DIVERSITY u * Support & work with Community Resource « �J Center $137,000 grant Purpose: Promote both cultural diversity and unity in a way that E X E C U T I V E Purpose: Promote both cultural PLANNERS C O M M I T T E E diversity and unity in a way that GROUP Chairs of each action is respectful to all members of 0 U group & at large members the community ° Projects: Policymakers workshops, Purpose: To coordinate planning efforts Purpose: To provide direction to Action Groups employee training, emergency response and projects among the CO -OP Northwest Cities and serve as a communication liaison plan, community event event 1993: $16,000 —� COMMUNITY LEGISLATION I PUBLIC I INVESTMENT RELATIONS i PRINCIPLES f Purpose: Purpose: Purpose: * Work to get legislation passed to provide * Promote livability and employability * To explore ways in which resources and tools to promote community for all residents, respecting cultural private organizations which receive empowerment. difference public dollars may be encouraged Project: * Promote positive and realistic to invest in the community, ie: * Create a "human services enterprise" zone publicity about the quality paying a living wage, providing which would provide incentives for innovate of life in our community health insurance, child care, etc. programming and projects Projects: Project: Identity for collaborative, positive media Develop guiding principles and "rating Project Committees coverage sheet" to determine viability of new = Support Committees * * * * ** = Study Group businesses in the community NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL April 13, 1993 Mayor Todd Paulson City of Brooklyn Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkwav Brooklyn Center, Mn. 55430 Dear Mayor Paulson, Thank you for the opportunity to present information before the Brooklyn Center City Council on April 13, 1993. Per your request, I have enclosed budget documents for CO -OP Northwest. I have also provided additional background information that I think addresses some of the questions asked by Council members. What is the relationship between the member municipalities and Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council? Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council was formed in 1972 by the member municipalities in conjunction with efforts on the part of Hennepin County to de- centralize planning efforts. Our agency is a joint powers organization with participation and membership by the fifteen municipalities in Northwest Hennepin County. Each m unicipality is represented on the governing board through a city staff person or elected official and each municipality has a per capita vote on the Board. Created by the member cities, NWHHSC also received funding by these cities as determined by them on a per capita basis to perform human services planning and coordination. A workplan is developed and approved by the Board annually. In this capacity, the NWHHSC functions as the human services planning department for its fifteen member cities. Why is funding support being sought from the five participating cities`' The five municipalities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, New Hope, Crystal, and Robbinsdale, came together in 1991 to address their common housing and related human services issues. As the designated human services planning agency for these cities, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council was asked to coordinate this effort. As the project grew in participation, visibility, projects and programs, the need for additional resources to support this effort became obvious. Because this initiative directly benefits the involved cities, and because of the additional staff time devoted to these five cities by the Council it was determined, by several of the participating cities, that support from these municipalities should be provided. Additional dollars beyond the municipal contributions have been and will be sought for the project as well. BROOKLYN CENTER CORCORAN GOLDEN VALLEY MAPLE GROVE PLYMOUTH BROOKLYN PARK CRYSTAL HANOVER NEW HOPE ROBBINSDALE CHAMPLIN DAYTON HASSAN OSSEO ROGERS 7601 Kentucky Avenue N. • Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 (612) 4932802 How are various efforts within the Council funded? Additional initiatives by the Council, within or beyond the wor 1 an are y kp funded by grants, contributions fees for o services, and other sources. The Council receives from - c' o �% 10,0 of its funding from research grants; about l�% of its funding from a United Way; 44% from g y, m Hennepin County; 2% from state /federal grants; 12% from participating munic a b P p g p and the remaining 20% - 25% from a wide range of foundation, church, corporate, and individual supporters. The total budget for the agency for 1993 is approximately $500,000. The basic planning dollars from the County and municipalities i 4 p s $1 0,000. How has Brookl � vn Center benefitted from this effort to date: CO - OP Northwest ublic relations efforts p o is have already produced a number of articles in area newspapers and videos featuring positive projects in our communities. This has contributed to increasing the positive image of the five cities. Coordinating housing projects ro'ects among h � g e five cities through CO -OP Northwest has stren the efforts to provide rehab grants and other proactive ventures. The Northwest Community Law Enforcement project will support a full time cadet in Brooklyn ooklyn Center providing wages and educational support in the amount of $14,560 on an annual basis, $7 to be realized in 1993 alone. The -, e fu ndin in the amount of 68 X00 f g $ or 199 secured for the Community esource Center through NWHHSC staff tY efforts has r g provided a p wide range of information and assistance to residents of The Ponds, a Brooklyn Center Apartment Complex. Brooklyn Center has already realized significant benefits in many tangible ways connected with the CO -OP Northwest initiative. I hope that this information is helpful. I will be happy to address any additional questions PP. q by Council members as well. Sincerely, Patricia S. Wilder, Executive Director Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council cc. Gerald Splinter 19931 CO -OP Northwest conservative budget figures - Operational Dollars: $36,296.00 Operational Dollar Breakdown: Municipal request based on .19 per capita Brooklyn Park: $10,712.00 Brooklyn Center: $5,678.00 Crystal: $4,519.00 New Hope: $4,152.00 Robbinsdale: $2,735.00 Total municipal :$27,796.00 Project administration operational dollars: CRC/ or cultural diversity $2,000 Enhanced Housing $2,000 Law - Enforcement $4,500 2 Total administrative dollars available: $36,296.00 Direct Services /Funnel through dollars: $128,000 Breakdown: McKnight Enhanced Housing Initiative: $18,000 Hennepin County Jobs and Training: $110,000 Total dollars generated for participating municipalities to date: $326,200.00: McKnight Grant - Community Resource Center - $137,000 (2 years) McKnight Grant - Enhance Housing Initiative - $53,200 (3 years) Hennepin County - NW Law Enforcement Project - $120,000 (1 year } Minneapolis Foundation - Cultural Diversity Project $16,000 (1 year) Administrative dollars connected with these grants were listed above. 1 Funding for 1991 was derived from the fifteen participating cities and Hennepin County Community Planning dollars. Funding for 1992 was derived from an MHFA grant in the amount of $7,280.00 and a McKnight Planning grant in the amount of $5,000.00, and Community Planning dollars, and many volunteer hours including that of Council staff. The remaining administrative dollars were spent in 1992. The program began November 1, 1992. 3 These dollars are also listed in the direct services line item as funnel through dollars. g This money is paying wages and stipends for individuals working in the five municipal police departments. CO -OP NORTHWEST Current budget January 1993 Staff: $30,2651 (salary /benefits) Supplies: $ 500 Photocopying $ 450 Meeting expenses $ 300 Audit $ 0 Consulting $ 0 Maintenance /Repair $ 0 Mileage $ 400 Postage $ 600 Printing $ 1500 Building rental $ 600 Communications $ 300 Liability insurance $ 0 Training $ 75 Equipment rental $ 1261 Publication /dues $ 75 Direct Services $128,000 Depreciation $ 0 Total: $164,530 In- kind staff support from existing community planning dollars includes time of Executive Director, Planner, and Bookkeeper/ Secretarial support. The time allocated ranges from .10 FTE to .20 FTE for a total in - kind value of $20,846.00. The desired operational budget for this project would be a minimum of $75,000 - $100,000 to support the staff needed to provide the research, planning, committee coordination, consultation with the Community Resource Center, capacity building within the apartment communities, adminstration of the Law Enforcement Project, and administration of the over -all effort. This funding supports 1.0 FTEs lus $4 000 for contractual assistance. P � c. MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE FINANCIAL COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER APRIL 19, 1993 BROOKLYN CENTER CITY HALL, CONFERENCE ROOM B CALL TO ORDER Chair Donn Escher called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. in the City Hall Conference Room B. ROLL CALL Present at roll call were Chair Donn Escher, Commissioners, Viola Kanatz, Ron Christensen, Ulyssess Boyd and Denis Kelly. Also present were Finance Director Charlie Hansen and Ned Storla. Commissioner Pat Boran arrived at 7:45 P.M. APPROVAL OF _MINUTES - MARCH 8, 1993 There was a motion by Commissioner Denis Kelly and seconded by Commissioner Ulyssess Boyd to approve the minutes of the March 8, 1993 meeting as submitted. The motion passed unanimously. CO -OP NORTHWEST FUNDING REQUEST Charlie Hansen presented this funding request which had been referred to the Commission by the City Council. It is for additional funding for the year 1993 to an organization that the City is already a member of and providing funding for in the budget. The Council's instructions are for the Commission to report back a recommendation on this request and to develop criteria to use in evaluating future requests. Commissioner Ron Christensen related his experience with the CO -OP Northwest from his position with the school district and noted that the request had already been endorsed by City Manager Gerald Splinter and the Human Rights and Resources Commission. Chair Donn Escher expressed the feeling that this request is entirely within the policy making rights of the City Council, because the program is already part of the City budget, and needn't be reviewed by the Commission. He suggested that a subcommittee be named to develop the criteria the Council requested to evaluate future requests. Commissioner Vi Kanatz spoke in favor of the entire Commission participating in the development of criteria. A discussion of possible criteria followed, including the items listed below: 1. Evaluate what will be done with the requested money. 2. The request should be recommended by at least one Commission. 3. Is the request for a new or existing function? 4. Is there outside grant money available which will multiply the effect of City money? 5. Does it create an ongoing demand for funding in future budgets? D Tr 6. Could the request have been foreseen and included in the regular budget process? 7. Can funds be found else ware in the budget? It was decided to hold further discussion of criteria over to the next Commission meeting and turn back to the immediate request. Commissioner Ron Christensen made and Commissioner Vi Kanatz seconded the following motion: That the CO -OP Northwest request be returned to the City Council without a recommendation since it is a policy decision for the City Council to augment the present budget for this program, and that the Commission will develop criteria for the evaluation of future requests. The motion passed unanimously. City Manager Gerald Splinter arrived from the Board of Equalization meeting at this time. Commissioner Pat Boran offered an amendment to the just passed motion to refer the City Council to Financial Policies for the use of the contingency account which state that it be for unforeseen and nonrecurring uses. Commissioner Denis Kelly seconded the motion. The amendment passed unanimously. The motion as amended passed unanimously. SURVEY OF SEVERANCE POLICIES FOR LAID -OFF EMPLOYEES Commissioners Ron Christensen and Vi Kanatz expressed concern over their assignment to a subcommittee to draft a severance policy. After a discussion of the feelings that various Commissioners have toward severance and a decision that the scope of the assignment is to review and comment on the policy which the City Council adopted in December 1992, they accepted the assignment. REPORT ON DEVELOPMENTS IN CITY FINANCES Finance Director Charlie Hansen presented a General Fund Balance Sheet as of December 31, 1992 and an updated calculation of the Adequate General Fund Balance Policy Formula. The adequate fund balance formula showed an improvement from the 1991 deficiency of $890,225 to a 1992 deficiency of $555,922. This is primarily due to the elimination of the use of transfers from fund balance in the budget. The auditors are recommending that the City switch to an internal service fund to account for its vehicle purchases and maintenance costs. This would provide better cost accounting and would transfer about $1,500,000 of cash from the General Fund to the internal service fund. The auditors are worried about the State of Minnesota getting the impression the City has too much cash. The Mayor and Council are interested in switching from a department line item budget to a program budget. This will be accomplished over a two year period. Two memos from the City Assessor Mark Parish were presented. These explain the losses the City expects to incur in 1993 from abatements of property taxes by the tax court. Ned Storla was able to expand upon these because of his experience with the Brooklyn Park Assessing department. D City Manager Gerald Splinter left to return to the Board of Equalization meeting at this time. FUTURE MEETINGS The joint meeting with the City Council is set for May 3rd to discuss the 1994 budget process. The next regular Commission meeting is set for Monday, May 17. CAPITAL EXPENDITURE POLICY Chair Donn Escher noted that he had received the minutes of a City Council Special Work Session on March 15, 1993, which describe the presentation of a 1993 proposed capital improvements schedule. Finance Director Charlie Hansen explained that the staff has been developing long range capital improvement plans for several years, and the current year's projects were brought before the City Council for review. Commissioner Pat Boran moved that the Commission respectfully request that no expenditures be made from the Capital Improvements Fund by the City Council, until it has reviewed and considered the Capital Expenditure Policy currently being finalized by the Financial Commission. Commissioner Ulyssess Boyd seconded the motion. Commissioners Boran, Boyd, Escher and Kelly voted in favor of the motion and Commissioner Kanatz voted against it. The motion passed. It was noted that there is a pressing need to schedule a meeting at which Council Liaison Dave Rosene and City Manager Gerald Splinter can be present to take part in the discussion of this issue. Finance Director Charlie Hansen was instructed to try to arrange such a meeting even if it must be on some other night than the meetings already scheduled. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Pat Boran and seconded by Commissioner Viola Kanatz to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:10 P.M. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 4/26/93 Agenda Item Number REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: LEGISLATIVE UPDATE DEPT. APPROVAL: b 0 Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached • SUMNVIARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) Attached is the League of Minnesota Cities Cities Bulletin dated April 16, 1993. Also attached are the following materials: memo from Minnesota Solutions; H.F. No. 1730 relating to a grant to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council; memo from Senate Counsel & Research regarding summary of division report to S.F. No. 1251; maps of metropolitan council districts; House Research Bill Summaries; memo from Jim Robins to Senator Ted Mondale regarding S.F. 1026 mapping; and memo from Phil Cohen to El Tinklenberg regarding S.F. 665 - Pogemiller's Bill to cut the Metropolitan Council Levy by 50 %. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION Review and discuss the attached documentation. 2 League of Minnesota Cities Cities Bulleti • Number 15 April 16,1993 House committee recommends omnibus tax bill Don Diddams and Gary Carlson • Restore most of the state aid cuts the House education finance bill will "17he I louse "lax Committee Governor Carlson proposed; and contain that school property tax relief. completed its work on the long- • Provide $15 million increased Assuring that the IIACA transfer awaited House omnibus tax bill and funding for local government aid to schools becomes school property recommended the bill on April 14. The (LGA). tax relief has been a major concern for bill will now go to the Ways and cities. Unfortunately, there are pres- Means Committee, then to the House School levy reduction sures, especially in the Senate, to floor for passage, probably sometime not in the tax bill increase spending for schools, rather during the week of April 19. Amajor component of original than to use all the money for property The bill is generally consistent House tax proposal was a $320 miion tax relief. Even if the House property with the tax relief proposal emerges intact in ro T P Po g proposal sal ax Committee school property tax levy reductionP Pe Y Y the House education finance bill there Chair Ann Rest outlined at a press f funded by an income tax increase and conference earlier this month. It is a risk of losing some property tax would: the transfer of HACA from cities, relief during conference committee towns, and counties. While the new negotiations or in future ears. • Raise income taxes on the highest tax bill does transfer approximately g Y income individuals; $1b5 million from HACA and raises • Reduce homestead and agricul- income fixes, it does not specifically Major property tax tural credit aid (I IACA) amount~ apply that money to a school property relief components going to cities, towns, and tax levy reduction. It is expected that counties; Local government aid The Ilouse bill would restore the governor - proposed LGA cuts for 1993 TIF provisions harm cities and increase funding for 1994 by $15 million. The bill would distribute the Sarah Hackett up pollution, and redevelop their increased funding for 1994 through a downtowns and neighborhoods. formula similar to the League pro- . Amendments to the House posal. It would preserve the LGA omnibus tax bill included many County veto authority added grandfather at 100 percent of 1993 aid anti -tax increment financing gradually measures. Cities are trying to use The most onerous amendment for 1994, but would g Y P base it would require county approval for out beginning in 1995. TIF under very strict laws the One major difference from the s Legislature passed in 1990. This TIF districts which include county J levy increments. Rep. Edgar Olson League's proposal is in the measure of bill further restricts this lone capacity. The House bill uses development/redevelopment tool in (DFL- Fosston) offered the amend- revenue ca P Y• the future. The League urges city ment and the committee accepted it. a local effort factor instead of the tax equalization factor that the Officals to contact their representa- Counties could grant use of some, base a q tives to oppose these provisions. all, or none of their county levy for League proposed. 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If you have is no other overall increase." (Kelly's reacted venomously, and with good articles you'd like to share with city Keewatin Korner, by Keewatin Mayor reason, to a recent proposal that the officials please send them to: Editor, Dan Kelly, in the Nashwauk Eastern Met Council's authority be extended to Cities Bulletin, League of Minnesota Itascan.) include housing and land use, solid Cities, 3490 Lexington Avenue North, waste, water resources, health, St. Paul, MN 55126. Make the Met Council emergency services, and public buildings. That's fine and dandy if the , accountable council is to be an advisory body. Mayor says: Moorhead 's ry y. But "If the Metropolitan Council is to if a government entity is to set policy, EPA problems not unique expand in authority, it should be made the authority should come from the In remarks made at an Environ- accountable to the people it governs. people who will have to abide that mental Protection Agency mandate Actually, it should be accountable policy." (Excerpted from a Stillwater symposium in Washington, D.C., now, but isn't.... It's members are Gazette editorial.) 0 Moorhead Mayor Morris Lanning stated that cities can no longer afford to comply with EPA mandates. Lanning made his remarks while Court uses League brief to attending the NLC Congressional - Cities conference. Canning cited an decide in favor of city EPA mandate requiring the city to reduce ammonia nitrogen released from its wastewater facility into the .john Ain ley including back wages. The employee Red River at a cost of $8 million to appealed. According to the appeals $15 million. The Minnesota Court of Appeals court ruling, the Legislature intended Lanning said the Great Lakes followed suggestions in a League of the pay equity act to address sex -based region and East Coast areas are hardest Minnesota Cities' Municipal Amicus wage disparities between members of hit by the mandates and he thinks there Program (MAP) brief, and ruled the male- dominated versus female - will be a stronger effort to make state's pay equity act does not equalize dominated classes. There is no changes since the mandates affect wages between jobs where disparity is intention to eliminate perceived wage many cities. IIe stated that Moorhead due to factors other than gender. The disparities for everyone in the state, is being forced to spend an enormous April 6 ruling is in response to a suit regardless of gender. aniount of money to solve a problem against St. Paul by an employee who An example of gender -based wage that doesn't exist. (Fargo - Moorhead claimed he was unequally compen- disparity would be when historically Forum) sated in relationship to other employ- male- dominated jobs pay more than ees with similar job classifications and historically female- dominated jobs and A brief summary of the knowledge. the only reasonable explanation is that The employee sued St. Paul in the former is a traditionally "man's governor's proposal 1987 seeking "equitable compensa- job" and the latter a traditionally .. .. , .....he not only proposes to freeze lion" under the Minnesota pay equity woman's job.' salaries of public employees, but he act citing he should be paid more as Carla Heyl, a MAP attorney also plans to take away the $52 million code enforcer because he also quali- prepared the brief. The amicus that is generated in the local govern- fied as a building inspector. The duties program began in 1986 to support ment trust fund. Then the proposal of the two positions are identical, most cities involved in litigation or other cuts $10 million from our local of the time, however, building inspec- forms of controversy having statewide government aids for this year and tors are paid from $5,000 to $15,000 significance to other cities. The another $9 million from the homestead more per year than code enforcers. program concentrates on cases having credits. 'lliese last two items were A civil service commission and a substantial impact on municipal law already included in our budgets for the 1989 trial court denied the claim, through appellate court decisions. 0 April 16, 1993 Page 3 Tax increment financeconfinued from page 1 June 30, 1993. 'Ilhe county board without TIF revenues from the opment of the project by the would have 30 days, following county portion of the levy, or, for private sector. adoption of the TlF plan to decide redevelopment districts, that the The tax bill would exempt special whether or not to revoke their levy social and economic benefits TIF authority for St. Paul, Minne- from the proposal. outweigh the costs of the contribu- tonka, and Hopkins. '1'o further discourage counties tion of some or all of the county from authorizing the TIF district to levy; Unsatisfactory funding for capture their levy, the county board • TIF conforms to the general plan pollution clean -up would have to state (in writing) that: for the development or redevelop- • The county believes that the ment of the county "as a whole;" In a form similar to the original development or redevelopment and House TIF bill, the omnibus tax bill would not occur "solely through • TIF would give the most opportu- contains a contamination tax to fund private investment within the nity for development or redevel- grants for pollution clean-up. The reasonably foreseeable future" proposed funding mechanism would offer limited funding for grants, would not have funding for grants available until 1995, and would limit grants to UPDATE: Senate Tax Subcommittee 50 percent of the funding for pollution hears TIF ro osals clean -up. p P The proposal recognizes that Several tax increment financing (TIF) bills Minnesota Solutions has assessors have reduced the market endorsed were before the Senate Tax subcommittee on property taxes on value of properties when property April 14. Bills this subcommittee approves are likely to be in the Senate owners appeal the valuation because omnibus tax bill. The following is a brief summary of the subcommittee's contamination reduced the property's actions. commercial value. The contamination tax, which is not a property tax, would Manufacturing district proposal apply to this "contamination market After debate, the subcommittee defeated S.F.820 (Pappas, DFL - St. value" reduction. Paul). The bill would have created a 12 -year district that was not subject The bill creates two contamination to the LGA/HACA penalties. (Current law limits economic development taxes. The state contamination tax districts to ears eight and the do have to a would produce revenues for contami- g Y Y pay the aid penalties.) The bill would have required the creation of manufacturing, not tourism or retail nated site clean-up and a development jobs and specified that the city find that without TIF, the business would account in the Minnesota Pollution expand in another state or would not move to Minnesota. (Minnesota Control Agency (MPCA) for grants. Solutions supported the proposal.) This tax would apply to the reduced market value when: the MPCA has approved a development response plan Housing bill with no aid penalties and pooling for clean-up of the property; the provision property is on the MPCA priority list; The subcommittee accepted S.F.1269 (Berglin, DFL - Minneapolis) or the property has a clean-up plan for with no changes. The bill would remove the LGA/IIACA penalty from asbestos. Under these conditions, the TIF housing districts, reduce the district length to 20 years (currently 25 contamination tax would be one -half years), provide advance notice to and solicit comment on the district from of the regular tax rate on residential the appropriate county commissioner, and allow pooling from one housing and agricultural property and a flat rate of two percent on commercial/ , district to another. industrial, vacant, and miscellaneous properties. Proceeds of this tax would Redevelopment proposal be available for pollution clean-up S.F. I I I I (Flynn, DFL - Minneapolis) would exempt redevelopment grants• districts from the LGA/HACA penalties. It would also allow the TIF A local contamination tax would authority to delay for up to four years its initial receipt of increments, on apply to properties that did not have a the condition that the district be limited to 20 years, rather than the current development action response plan or 25. The subcommittee amended and accepted the bill. 0 are not on the MPCA priority list. The revenues from this tax would not go to Page 4 LMC Cities Bulletin Gas tax and transit funding move ahead Sarah Hackett requiring transfer of that increased The bill would create a dispute As the clock approached 10 p.m. revenue to transit, and continuing the resolution board if a city did not April 14, the Senate Finance Commit- existing general fund transfer of 27 approve the establishment, conswc- tee approved a bill to increase the gas percent of MVET to transit. (Note: tion, reconstruction, or improvement tax by five cents, increase the motor The 27 percent calculation affects only of a county state aid highway (CSAH). vehicle excise tax (MVET) by one -half the five percent state share of MVET The board would include one county cent to help fund transit, and tie the because of the transfer of 1.5 percent engineer, one county commissioner, increases to each other. On a vote of of MVET to the local government trust one city councilmember or mayor, one 11 to 8, the committee approved the fund.) city engineer, and one representative only live transportation /transit funding In an attempt to guarantee that the from the Department of Transporta- package and sent it to the Senate Tax MVET transfer goes to transit, lion. The board would make a Committee. Langseth's bill ties the gas tax to this recommendation to the commissioner Sen. Keith Langseth (DFL - transfer. If the governor and Legisla- of transportation, who would make the Glyndon) has been the primary ture decrease or eliminate the percent- final determination. legislative advocate of tax increases to age of the MVET transfer in future A controversial redesign of the meet existing road and transit needs. years, the amount of the gas tax county state aid highway (CSAII) A comparable funding bill has not yet increase would be proportionally distribution is also in the bill. The had House transportation committee adjusted. So, if road advocates want proposal would change the distribution approval, and passage in the House to maintain the increased revenues of the nine percent of the highway user appears unlikely. In addition, the from the gas tax they would have to distribution fund (gas tax and vehicle governor's position varies between help ensure the MVET transfer to registration fees) which the Constitu- opposition to a gas tax increase and a transit. tion dedicates to counties. The statement that he wouldn't necessarily In addition, in future years, the . distribution formula, generally veto such a bill. bill would index the gas tax to rise (or unchanged since its creation in 1957, The bill provides increased fall) with the interaction of the would increase the allocation of CSAH funding for transit by increasing the consumer price index and the price of funding for more urban counties. The current MVET rate to seven percent, gasoline. proposal includes a three percent minimum increase for all 87 counties.0 TIF proposal, continued from page 4 the clean -up fund. •They would go back a site in St. Paul, would allow the city boards to give up state aid and to be to the appropriate taxing jurisdictions. to use tax increment to pay its share, the government responsible for 'llte tax rate on these properties would one -half, of the clean -up costs. determining job creation priorities. be the same as current tax rates. They also oppose the county veto Properties would be encouraged to New manufacturing TIF authority. develop a response plan in order to district would create few jobs qualify for the lower, state contamina- For a new manufacturing TIF Other TIF provisions tion tax district, the bill would require the 0 Cities could not let developers pay A complicating feature, however, related school district to approve the the LGA/HACA penalties which says that the property would not be district and to lose state aid. In apply to most TIF districts. All subject to either contamination tax if addition, the county could determine developer repayments would need neither the owner nor operator of the whether or not the district could be to come from revenues from tax property are responsible for the created through its veto authority. increments. contamination. This type of district would need to Cities in the seven - county metro The pollution clean-up proposal meet the specifications of an economic area could use TIF only if they are (which would fund only half of the development district, but, once in compliance with a comprehen- clean-up costs) would allow a city to created, the decision is irrevocable. sive choice housing requirement, a fund only 25 percent of the remaining Minnesota Solutions, a partnership of proposal Rep. Myron Orfield costs, its local match, through TIF. organizations working to make TIF (DFL - Minneapolis) is advocat- The other 25 percent would have to 1 in •Iliac proposal is separate more usable, has testified against this 8• P fK rate •" P' come directly from the city, without provision.11ie group says it is inappro- legislation. 0 the use of 11F. A special provision for priate for the state to require school April 16, 1993 Page 5 Tax b i I I large city tax increase. Another truth The bill would also target relief to IF in taxation change would require the agricultural land owners. Recent continued from page 1 advertisement for the truth in taxation increases in agricultural land market no increase in aid. The printout in this hearing to show the proposed levy values have resulted in significant Bulletin shows the impact of the information. property tax increases in some parts of House formula for individual cities IR members of the committee the state. The House tax bill would compared to the original League offered an amendment to include target relief to agricultural properties proposal. (See blue pages.) employee compensation comparisons through an expansion of the land in the truth in taxation process. The classified in the lowest tier, and a Homestead and agriculture committee considered the amendment reduction in the class rate on the e credit aid at some length, and then defeated it. second tier of agricultural land value. Two major changes will affect city In total, the bill would provide an HACA amounts. The first is the Other changes estimated 14 percent statewide transfer of l IACA from cities to The House Tax Bill contains a reduction in property taxes on agricul- schools. The reduction for each city, variety of other provisions, most of tural properties. Some of the farm tax township, and county is equal to 2.75 Which are minor, technical in nature, relief would result in property tax percent of the local net tax capacity or only impact a few cities or taxpay- shifts to taxpayers in cities. These (adjusted for sales ratios). 'I'heoreti_ ers. For example, an amendment shifts would partially offset the benefit cally, this money would show up as an would give St. Paul authority to levy a of the school levy reduction to city equivalent reduction in school levies, half -cent local option sales tax. taxpayers, especially in the southern so there would be no net impact for The bill contains some significant Portions of the state. taxpayers. However, preliminary tax increment changes that cities may The table below summarizes the analysis suggests there may be some oppose. (See page 1.) House Research Department analysis variation in impacts on taxpayers in of the impact of the House tax bill on different communities. The total Impact of the House net taxes in regions throughout the amount of HACA transferred to state. The large tax reductions in g tax bill township areas are partially due to the schools will be approximately $165 P P Y million. The city share of this transfer Cities would receive a $15 million increased relief for agricultural is approximately $65 million. increase in LGA in 1994, but would properties. Some townships may also The second HACA change is the lose approximately $65 million in receive a larger net benefit from the elimination of the growth adjustment HACA due to the transfer to schools. HACA shift to schools and the school factor for 1994 and future years. Although this may look like a large net levy reduction. Although the bill would restore the loss for cities, the impact on most city Note: The House Research governor's proposed cuts for 1993, the taxpayers will be favorable because of estimates reflect additional property bill would subtract out the 1993 the school levy reductions. Cities tax reductions because it assumes growth adjustment from the HACA should consider the full impact of the cities and counties will increase levies base for 1994 and future years. This Proposal including the school property by only 75 percent of the HACA change would have the greatest impact tax changes when evaluating the bill. shifted to schools. 0 on growing communities. Estimated property House Tax Proposal tax impacts Percent Reduction in Net acts Farm tax relief p The bill includes several class rate The House tax bill would reduce Property Taxes reductions for homestead farm statewide property taxes by 5.7 percent Compared to 1994 Current Law property. Increased HACA would pay from the current law 1994 levels, for some of this tax relief, and some according to House Research Depart- Change In would shift to other taxpayers, ment estimates. Most of the relief Total Net including taxpayers in cities. The shift comes from a $320 million reduction Region Taxes appears to be greatest in southern in the school property tax levy. Minneapolis/St. Paul -5.1% . Minnesota and may increase the tax Funding would come from increased income taxes on the wealthiest 3.3 Suburban Metro -5.2% rate disparities between cities and . towns in that area of the state. percent of Minnesotans and a shift of Metro Total -5.2% $165 million in city and county IiACA Non -Metro Cities -4.7% Truth in taxation to school districts. The proposal would Non -Metro Townships -8.7% The bill would adjust the 1993 tax Provide additional property tax relief, figures so that the transfer of IIACA to through the $15 million increase in Non -Metro Total -6.5% schools in 1994 would not appear as a LGA for cities. Statewide Total Page 6 L Cities MC C t es Bulletin Bill summaries Sexual orientation Environment in the seven- county metropolitan area bill becomes law Disposal of residential lead paint must perform. The proposal would waste transfer duties including prosecution, Joel Jamnik H.F.1569 (Clark, Munger, coroner, elections, health, highways Shortly before Easter weekend, Wagenius, Trimble) (Health and and roads, medical assistance, public House and Senate conferees ironed out Human Services) would make people defender, sheriff, and weed control. differences and Governor Arne Carlson responsible for creating residential Under the bill, the Metropolitan Po g signed into law legislation prohibiting lead paint waste responsible for Council would study these duties and discrimination in employment, ultimate disposal of the waste. The report to the Legislature before � January 1 1997, detailing its conclu- housing, and public accommodations bill would require non - residents, such based on sexual orientation. as contractors, who produce such sions and recommendations. The The new law defines sexual wastes, to remove them and retain transfer of the duties would be orientation as "having or being responsibility for them. JJ effective January 1, 1998. JJ perceived as having an emotional, physical, or sexual attachment to Toxic lead cleanup fee Advisory council on metropolitan another person without regard to the H.F.1570 (Clark, Rest, Osthof governance ST-1454 (Flynn, Adkins, Pappas, sex of that person or having or being (health and Human Services) would Mondale, Robertson) (Metropolitan Perceived as having an orientation for create a toxic lead cleanup fund and such attachment, or having or being fee under the same model as the state and Local Government) would create perceived as having a self -image or petrofund and gas fee. The fund an advisory council on metropolitan identity not traditionally associated would finance various state ag ency governance. The council would g y provide a forum for education, with one's biological maleness or lead programs, including lead abate- P femaleness. ment programs. JJ discussion, and advice to the Legisla- The definition of sexual orienta- ture on the present and future role of lion, however, "does not include a the Metropolitan Council metropoli- General government physical or sexual attachment to tan agencies, and local government children b an adult." Transfer of county duties to Metro- units in the seven - county metropolitan y politan Council The new law exempts some area. The advisory council would religious or fraternal organizations if H.ft 1675 (Krinkie, McCollum, have 15 members including six Orfield, Pugh, Stanius) (Local Govern- legislators and nine public members. employment qualifications based on ment and Metropolitan Affairs) would The bill doesn't provide for local sexual orientation are bona fide make the Metropolitan Council government members. The ad v isory exempts some nonpublic service occupational qualifications. It also responsible for all duties that counties council would expire June 30, 1994. JJ P P organizations such as youth sports organizations, scouting organizations, and boys' or girls' clubs when select - MnD4T to change highway and rail crossing rules ing counselors, employees, or volun- Joel Jarnnik teers. The law exempts the housing visibility at public and private grade rentals if the owner is a resident of a The Minnesota Department of crossings. unit in a dwelling of not more than two Transportation gave notice in the Interested individuals or groups units, if the discrimination is on the March 29 issue of the State Register may submit information or comments basis of sexual orientation. (page 2333) that it intends to propose orally or in writing. Send written The law says it does not authorize new rules on highway and rail cross- comments to: Robert Swanson, the use of numerical goals or quotas, ings. The rules would set standards on Railroad Administration Section, 925 or other types of affirmative action establishing, vacating, relocating, Kelly Annex Transportation Building, programs, with respect to homosexual - consolidating, and separating grades at 395 John Ireland Boulevard, St. Paul, ity or bisexuality, nor alter any public highway railroad grade cross- MN 55155. People may make oral provision of criminal law. The new ings. MnDOT is seeking information statements during regular business law, Chapter 22 of the 1993 Session and opinions on minimum safety hours over the telephone at (612) 296- Laws, will go into effect August 1, standards for all private grade cross- 2472, or in person at the above 1993. 0 ings. The department is also likely to address. The department will accept propose minimum standards for comments until April 28, 1993. 0 April 16, 1993 Page 7 Contest s td deadline d n e nears f for LMC C achievement 1 evem ent ue �f�ota Cities awards John Ainle Y The entry deadline for the League of Minnesota Cities annual achieve- ment awards contest is April 30, 1993. The contest is open to all LMC mem- Achkvenwnt bers and this year features categories Ci in communications,community dev- elopment, public safety,cooperation and consolidation,and management. "This contest features the past year's projects,"stated LMC director of communications Jean Mehle Goad. Awtv The contests showcase the best city efforts in these endeavors,that others can take home for implementation. 1 em en tatio n. s C ommu H ttier 'ons Like year,e ar e ach contest' rs divided ed into population categories es o f r a' e s s Commnity t over o er 10,000 000 and i ' a c es under de 10,000 000 ?'�>< e udls a f e PoP u 1as' n. Send entries in duplicate a lc to to• City tTOA C 0 Qid COtSO Achievement League of Minnesota eso to Citi cs 4 39 0 exi L n g ton s e ment Avenue North S �. �tTant� . t. I ul - a MN 55126 ............................ d identifying the appropriate contest t Send a separate entry form i 7o recognize andeneourage innovation andeXceffm 1n ci de category and supporting material. government, the League of Minnuota Cities is presenting t& Enclose the entry in a three-ring binder or packet portfolio(folder). 1993 City Achievement Awards. The supporting material should describe the entry,its strategy(pur- r----------------------- pose/process),goals,and objectives, Enhyfom 1993 LMC City AchievmmentAwards � and a summary of the program's ( `'7J implementation,outcome,budget,and ( Ngme of city T applicability pp cabilrty to other cities. Judging criteria includes quality I Addmss I of planning and research,meeting stated objectives,1 caves,adherence to /state/zi professional standards,quality of Cit y p materials,program,allocation of budget, use of personnel and other Contact person Phone resources, innovativeness,effective- ness,and applicability to other cities. Send entries to Communications Department,3490 LeadnBton avenue Judges will be experts in their respec- ( NOrth,St.Paul,MN55126.8044. tive categories and furnish written comments on each entry. Deadline 9lpriOa 1993 There is no entry f•, 1 0 y ee. Deadline is April 30, 1993. 0 L----------------------a Page 8 LMC Cities Bulletin Access Board seeks comment on recreational facilities The Access Board is seeking • To what extent and how should manufacturers of recreation facilities comment on accessibility needs in new facilities adapt accessibility guidelines and equipment, public parks officials, and altered recreational facilities and for people with various types of and disabled individuals and disability outdoor developed areas. The board disabilities? groups. intends to develop accessibility • What has been the experience For more information or to submit guidelines for amusement parks, with state and local building codes that comments, contact the Office of outdoor parks, and trails (including have specific accessibility guidelines Technical and Information Services, boating facilities), beaches and pools, for recreational facilities? Access Board, 1331 F St. N.W., Suite playgrounds, sports facilities (such as "nie board will form an advisory 1000, Washington, D.C. 20004-1111.0 howling alleys, golf courses, exercise committee to help develop the recre - centers), and zoos. ational guidelines.'I7ie committee will Exerpted from Aompson Publish - In its efforts to develop recre- comprise owners and operators of ing Group, ADA Compliance Guide, ational standards, the board wants recreation facilities, designers and April 1993. input on several issues: • How appropriate is the list of facilities the board intends to cover? • What has been the experience of Central Minnesota cities have applying the ADA accessibility guidelines to recreational facilities? internship opportunities • How have recreational facilities provided access in the past and how successful have those efforts been? Could a universit tudent intern hel • To what degree and how should � P access be available in outdoor devel- your city With a special project or opment areas such as trails? study that staff just can' cover? • Ilow have facilities provided physical access on .unusement park rides? The League of Minnesota Cities is working with the Minnesota • To what extent should fixed State University Student Association (MSUSA) to provide intern recreational equipment (such as on opportunities in 14 central Minnesota counties. playgrounds) be accessible? Wh at The association is working with state universities to identify information is currently available for interested, qualified interns. The association will match students making it accessible? with cities the league helps to identify. Students will be eligible fora rant from MSUSA's Penn Fellowship. 9 Y . P Interns will apply their academic knowledge and skills to real Correction issues with the guidance of city staff. By having students become familiar with rural issues and encouraging community and public Progress report on service, the program seeks to stem the out - migration of youth from Greater Minnesota and strengthen communities. early retirement Cities can submit projects now for internships during the 1993- 94 academic year. For more information on the program or how incentives to submit a project, please call or write Jeannette Bach, League of Minnesota Cities, 3490 Lexington Avenue North, St. Paul, MN In this article in Cities Bulletin 5 5126 , ( ) 612 490 Number 14, April 9, 1993, page 5, the fourth paragraph should read: Cities in these counties may apply for interns For teachers, the multiplier Benton Kanabec Stearns percentage increase for calculat- Coss Mille Lacs Todd ing a retirement annuity would Chisago Morrison Wadeno be 0.1 for each year of allowable Crow Wing Pine Wright service credit. 0 Isanti Sherburne April 16,1993 Page 9 0999*3 110 ®• • • o • • o OF MINNESOTA CITY OFFICIALS Price $25* The Directory contains: Directory Updates • Names of all city officials and depart- Updates to this directory will be avail - ment heads in Minnesota able in May and September for the following • City hall street addresses and zip codes information: Names of mayors, managers, • Designation of Plan A and Plan B cities clerks, and councilmembers and city hall • Council meeting dates addresses, phone and fax numbers. • Telephone numbers of city hall or city The directory purchase price includes clerk, when available the updates. • Populations from the 1990 federal Please send changes to Laurie Audette, census LMC, 3490 Lexington Avenue North, St. • Legislative and congressional districts Paul, MN 55126. *Advance payment required. Discounts available for member city officials. Mail order form to Finance Department, League of Minnesota Cities, 3490 Lexington Avenue North, St. Paul, MN 55126 Order form: 1993 Directory of Minnesota City Officials Name ,Lille Number of copies Firm /State 1)eparttnent at $25 Member cities: 20'x, discount Address Subtotal City /StatePlip 6.5% sales tax (multiply by .065) Postage and handling Postage and handling If your order is between: $1.00 and $25.00 $1.50 (see chart at left) $26.00 and $50.00 $3.00 $51.00 and $75.00 $4.50 Total enclosed over $75.00 $6.00 Effective ixcember 1. 1992 BUL Comparison of the League LGA proposal and the House Tax bill The attached printout compares the increased local government aid (LGA) distribution under the League LG Aproposal (H.F.48) to the estimated increase under the House omnibus tax bill proposal. The alternatives each distribute the $15 million available for LGA increases in the House tax bill. The League proposal and the House tax bill formulas for LGA increases are similar. The League recommended haling each city's need on four variables that are statistically associated with the demands on - city services: • Percentage of housing built before 1940; • Population; • Percentage of the local tax base classified as commercial or industrial; and • Percentage decline in population, if any, since 1980. The House tax bill uses the same technique, except that population decline is based on the decline for the most recent 10 -year period. The major difference between the League and the House proposals is in the definition of revenue capacity- -each city's ability to raise revenue locally through the property tax. Under the League proposal, the revenue capacity for each city would increase with the tax base. In other words, cities with stronger tax P Y Y bases would be expected to raise more of their needs locally while cities with weaker tax bases would receive i a e yield of more state assistance. Under the House proposal, the revenue capacity of each city is equal to the y ' LGA formula the o the local tax base. When compared to the League's , a tax rate of 30 percent applied t e ue g P PP P House proposal would shift LGA from those communities with relatively lower needs and higher tax bases to communities with higher needs and lower tax bases. Column Descriptions: Column l: LMC Formula Aid Change - -The increase in LGA for each city that would be computed under the League's original LGA proposal (H.F.48). Column 2: LMC Formula Percent Change - -The increase in LGA under the League's original proposal equalization aid and disparity reduction aid. Note: N/A 1 of 1 LGA e u Y expressed as a percent of the total 993 q P indicates that the percent change cannot be computed because the city received no LGA, equalization aid, or disparity reduction aid in 1993. Column 3: House Tax Bill Aid Change- -The estimated increase in LGA for each city that would be computed under the House omnibus tax bill proposal. The 1980 to 1991 population decline for each city was substituted in the calculation of each city's need because the 1981 population figures were not available. Column 4: House Tax Bill Percentage Change- -The estimated increased LGA under the House proposal expressed as a percentage of the total of 1993 LGA, equalization aid, and disparity reduction aid. Note: N/ A indicates that the percentage change cannot be computed because the city received no LGA, equalization aid, or disparity reduction aid in 1993. Note: All figures on the printout are estimates. Actual LGA amounts for 1994 could be somewhat different. April 16,1993 P1 LMC Formula LMC Formula House Tax House Tax - 500 _ Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cities Over 2, Change Change Change , Change - AFTON 2,209 N/A 0 N/A ALBERT LEA 118,380 3.16% 147 3.94% A L EXA NDRIA 35,888 3.20% 33,733 3 1 .0 % .__ _ ANDOVER _ - - 41,676 44.90% 0 0.00% , ANOKA 58,044 5.38% 21;403 1.98% APPLE VALLEY 94,457 26.80% 0 0.00% i ARDEN'HILLS 10,733 N/A 0 N/A AUSTIN 150,647 3.64% 193,297 4.68% BAXTER 9 389 7.71% 7777770 0.00% BAYPORT 10,002 45.03% 8,152 36.70% BELLE >PLAINE. 14,434 5.42% 13,157 4.94% w . BEMIDJI 66,500 3.13% 78,730 3.70 °k BENSON 18,132 2.34 %' 18,132 2.34 %` BIG LAKE 13,663 5.56% 11,339 4.62% BLAINE 133,073 11.92% 48,207 4.32% BLOOMINGTON 139,238 N/A 0 N/A BLUE EARTH 26,064 4.14% 34;693 5.529° BRAINERD 77,150 4.01% 94,093 4.89% BRANCH 9,429 66.64% 6,260 B 21,662 2 .23% 21,662 2.2 BROOKLYN CEN 106, 895 6.29% 71,054 _ 4.18% BROOKLYN PARK 17 9,991 12. 08_% - T- 36,850 2 . BUFFALO 32,551 _ -- 6.19 % BURNSVILLE 97,437 29.79% 0 0 00% -- ___- - -____ .. -._ -__ _.. _. __.-_ —_ --- . --- b y - 10,344 6.09% 8,730 5.114% CALEDON IA 16,955 3. 92% 16 3.92% CAMBRIDGE 23,254 - - - - 7.42% 20,849 6.66% CANNON FALLS 17,097 4.89% 18,213 5.20% CHAMPLIN 51,172 11.55 �R. 4,953 1.12% - CHANHASSEN 26,317 N/A 0 N/A CHASKA 52,186 18.28% 45,257 15 86% CHISHOLM 51,179 3.63% 71,811 CIRCLE PINES 12,902 5.22% 0 CLOQUET 61,828 2.93% 73,500 COLUMBIA' HEIGHTS 82,851 4.17 °� 70;653 COON RAPIDS 166,392 7.36% 24,114 CORCORAN 16,431 79.929'0 2;641 ' 12.84% COTTAGE GROVE 70,416 7.57% 6,477 0.70% CROOKSTON 81,827 3.45% 80;952 4.52% CRYSTAL 97,434 5.60% 72,224 DAYTON 15,166 73.88% 5,490 26.74% D EEPHAVEN 0 N/A 0 N D 11 738 3 . 35 % _E LANO 12,753 3.64% , _DETR LA KES 37,3 3.44% 39,779 ^ 3.67 DILWORTH 1 _ 3.41% 17,545 T __. 4.12% DULU 688,38 4.14% 688,387 4_14% EAG 75,513 N/A 0 EAST BETHEL 23,847 v 28.20% 1,506 - 1.78% EAST GRAND FORKS 42,214 2.91% 42,600 2.94% EDEN PRAIRIE 46,265 N/A 0 N/A EDINA 0 N/A 0 N/ ELK RIVER 31,640 13.57% 0 0.00% ELY 37,392 4.29%1 37,392 4.29% EVELETH 46,060 4.33% 46,953 4.41% FAIRMONT 65,803 3.24% 77,188 3.80% FALCON HEIGHTS 18,502 10.50% 7,558 FARIBAULT 108,694 3.35% 130,658 FARMINGTON 20,528 5.99% 7,184 2.10% FERGUS FALLS 67 ,453 2.77% 75,208 3.09% FOREST LAKE 211,503 7.04% 11,124 3.64% I F RIDLEY 82 892 5 16,115 1.06% GLENCOE 26,2591 4.07 % 30,000 4.65% - -- -- ' GLENWOOD 18,2301 4.01% 23,599 '5.19% GOLDEN VALLEY 39,247 204.96 %� 0 0.00% P2 LMC Cities Bulletin �w LMC Formula I LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cities Over 2,500 Change Chan a Change Change GOODVIEW 12245 7.12% 10;042 _ GRAND RAPIDS 28,784 2.28% 19,004 1.51% ::. GRANITE FALLS. 20;941 4.04% 23066 4.45% HAM LAKE 24,932 15.30% 0 0.00% HASTINGS $5,252 4:66% 25496 HERMANTOWN 21,315 4.65% 3,479 0.76% HIBBING 150,381 3.91% 207 5.40% HOPKINS 41,530 5.29% 0 0.00% HUGO 11 628 47.56% " 0 0.00% HUTCHINSON 53,453 4.13% 49,612 3.83% INDEPENDENCE 51830 N/A 0 : :N /A INTERNATIONAL FALLS 43,761 2.11% 58,622 2.83% INVER.GROVE HEIGHTS ;58 13.81% 0 0:00% JACKSON 26,615 3.27% 35,201 4.33% JORDAN 14;377 5:88% 14:115 5.;56 %' KASSON 19,534 5.13% 22,222 5.84% LA:CRESCENT 17'432 6':59% 14507 5;48% LAKE CITY 27,161 4.06% 33,263 4.97% LAKE ELMO 12;308 273:88% 7777777777F LAKEVILLE 65,313 14.38% 0 0.00% LAUDERDALE 9 631 29.73% 4;675 14.43 %' LE SUEUR 20,427 3.51% 22,608 3.88% LINO LAKES 24`209 17:27% 0 0100 %' LITCHFIELD 34,362 3.84% 39,469 4.41% LITTLE CANADA 21;;729 32.81% 0 O.OD9G' LITTLE FALLS 46,519 3.17% 56,983 3.88% LONG PRAIRIE 13;764 2.72% 13;764 2.72% LUVERNE 29,683 3.31% 30,244 3.37% MAHTOMEDI 17,920 13.34% 4,374 3.26% MANKATO 164,400 3.54% 178,651 3.84% MAPLE GROVE 104,298 84.14% 0 0.00% MAPLEWOOD 53,970 7.99% 0 0.00% MARSHALL 54,343 4:05% -48,483 3.61% MEDINA 0 N/A 0 N/A MELROSE' 15,140 3.26% 17,764 3.82% , MENDOTA HEIGHTS 7,323 N/A 0 N/A MINNEAPOLIS 2;076;673 3.37% 3,581 805 MINNETONKA 38,694 N/A 0 N/A MINNETRISTA - 0 N/A 0 N/A <€ MONTEVIDEO 40,859 4.13% 53,845 5.44% MONTICELLO 0 NlA 0 A MOORHEAD 156,276 3.82% 159,639 3.91% MORA 15;:,115 3:89% 16157 4.16 %' MORRIS 35,481 3.62% 44,054 4.49% MOUND 30:148 10.57% MOUNDSVIEW 43,439 7.51% 20,124 3.48% MOUNTAIN IRON 24;696 13:72% 33,094. 18.38 %` NEW BRIGHTON 69,693 10.34% 13,078 1.94% NEW HOPE 75,402 7.88% 133,809 3.53% NEW PRAGUE 17,699 3.89% 17,746 3.90% NEW ULM (86,703 3.60% 108,761 4.52% NEWPORT 11,183 6.71% 1 0.79% NORTH MANKATO 48;005 3.23% :42,076 2.83% NORTH OAKS 0 N/A 0 N/A NORTH ST PAUL 47;108 6.94% 27,319 4.03% NORTHFIELD 76,008 5.57% 79,499 5.82% OAK PARK HEIGHTS 0 N/A 0 N/A OAKDALE 57,795 9.83% 3,665 0.62% OLIVIA :20,059 3.79% 26,739 5.05% ORONO 0 N/A 0 N/A OSSEO 10;770 19.86% 9,732 17.95% OTSEGO 9,813 29.21% 0 0.00% 01NATONNA 99;51`1 3.58% 103,136 3,81% PARK RAPIDS 16,287 3.76% 18,838 4.35% April 16,1993 P3 LMC Formula LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cities Over 2,500 Change C Change l Change : PIN 15 CITY = 13;554 4.0$% f _ 347 4.32 PIPESTONE 35,434 4.64% 35,775 4.68% PLAINVIEW 15,72$ 4,$6 %' 1$'051 5.58 %I PLYMOUTH 101,227 N/A 0 N/A PRINCETON 19;036 5;5$% 19,599 8.70% ? PRIOR LAKE 28,811 105.64% 0 0.00% P OCTOR 22,271 5.78% 24,897 6.4196 RAMSEY 37,169 13.13% 3,061 1.08% RED WING 0 0100% 0 0:00% REDWOOD FALLS 28,051 3.13% 32,501 3.62% RICHFIELD 1$6,977 4.40% 1 2.79% ROBBINSDALE 59,015 3.97% 43,807 2.94% ROCHESTER . 242,348 4.37% 104,186 1 f 88% ROCKFORD 11,725 4.32% 11,270 4.15% ROSEMOUNT'> 18,222 777 7 TiW ROSEVILLE 76,896 N/A 0 N/A SARTELL 19 # 14 8,99% 6;590 3.10 %' SAUK CENTRE 24,388 3.45% 30,775 4.35% SAUKIRAPIDS 40,7:[0 4.34:96' 41,744. 4.45% SAVAGE 28,993 57.24% 0 0.00% SHAKOPEE 39,024 26.51 %! 15100 10.26% SHOREVIEW 56,632 N/A 0 N/A SHOREWOODI: 2,957 N/A q N/A SLEEPY EYE 21,983 2.95% 21,983 2.95% SOUTH ST PAUL 97,122 4.14 % 96;084 4,09 %' SPRING LAKE PARK 18,950 8.99% 0 0.00% ST ANTHONY 26,178 15.39% .0 0.00% ST CHARLES 16,733 5.85% 20,281 7.09% ST CLOUD 227.198 4:05 212,815 3:79 ST FRANCIS 9,230 35.99% 4,350 16.96% ST JAMES 32,215 4.41% 32,238 4.41% ST JOSEPH 14,205 3.83% 14,205 3.83% ST LOUIS PARK 105;248 5 :68% 0 0:00% ST MICHAEL 10,320 8.95% 8,123 7.05% ST PAUL '1,627;931 4.06% :::::2,306,0961 5.75% ST PAUL PARK 19,022 4.41% 12,145 2.82% ST PETER 58,687 5.46 %' 63 S.14 5.91% STAPLES 24,965 3.96% 32,294 5.12% STEV1(ARTVILLE 22,;104 .4.14% 23,537 4.40 %° STILLWATER 63,027 8.59% 63,398 8.64% THIEF. FALLS 65,466 5.92% 88,440 7.78 %< TWO HARBORS 34,181 3.89% 36,780 4.19% _ VADNAISHEIQHTS .: > .30,1;38 N/A a? .::NIA VIRGINIA 90,1611 2.97% 110,552 3.64% WAC4NIA <> 12143 WADENA 31,239 6.00% 31,239 6.00% WAITE!PARK -i: 19,541 6.24% 1: #;d50 3.65% WASECA 44,739 3.36% 48,194 3.62% WAY2ATA 7777777t70 77W7K 0 N /A WEST ST PAUL 56,905 5.31% 5,187 0.48% WHITE BEAR LAKE 82,648 10.97% 27,529 3.66% WILLMAR 85 076 3.95% 82,721 3.84% WINDOM 31,560 4.88% 41,437 6.41% WINONA 198,532 4.43% 270,577 6.04% WOODBURY 36,863 N/A 0 N/A WORTHINGTON 56,518 3.15% 64,712 3.61% r [TOTA 12, 585 ; 495�� 4.66% 12,211,417 4.52% P4 LMC Cities Bulletin LMC Formulal LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cities Under 2,500 Change Chan a Change Change ADA 16 4.25% 1 9, 2 20 5.04 ADAMS 4,762 4.23% 5,669 5.04% ADRIAN 9,978 5.24% 9,978 5.24% AITKIN 10,618 4.15% 10,618 4.15% AKELEY 2;484 4,75% 21867 5.48% ALBANY 10,537 5.56% 13,405 7.07% ALBERTA 515 5':42% 369 3:88% ALBERTVILLE 6,591 13.44% 6,212 12.67% ALDEN 3 683 3:25% 4`389 3:89 %': ALDRICH 232 50.39% 232 50.39% ALPHA 179%s ALTURA 1,287 3.17% 759 1.87% .. .. .. ...._..... .. .. _. .... ..... ALVARAQO 712 4.249&1 712 4:2.4 %; AMBOY 3,497 4.38% 4,344 5.44% ANNANDALE 15;817 7,63% 20;848 10;06% APPLETON 15,063 4.08% 21,250 5.75% ARCO 490 3.,13% 539 344% ARGYLE 3,888 2.96% 3,888 2.96% ARLINGTON 15;040 5.86% 20 ;222 7.85 %i ASHBY 2,923 5.41% 3,642 6.74% ASKOV 1;697 5.38% 1 `845 5.85 %' ATWATER 7,183 4.29% 9,143 5.46% AUDUBON 2;024 7.7496 2;123 $.12% AURORA 20,290 4.72% 23,188 5.39% AVOCA 419 2.12% 419 2,12 %'' AVON 4,489 6.02% 4,025 5.40% BABBITT : 10,060 13.44% 10,060 13.44% BACKUS 696 2.04% 265 0.78% BADGER : 1`,792 2.82% 1;959 _ BAGLEY 11,280 4.46% 11,493 4.55% BALATON 5,010 4.72% 6531 6.15% BARNESVILLE 14,304 7.83% 14,304 7.83% BARNUM 2,127 3.06% 2,241 3:22% BARRETT 2,159 6.11% 2,659 7.52% BARRY 106 9.36% ; 12 1':02 %' BASS BROOK 0 N/A 0 N/A BATTLE LAKE 3 372 3'.63% 3`'209 3.46 %> BAUDETTE 6,701 3.25% 6,701 3.25% BEARDSLEY f;976 4.12% 2;572 5:37 %i: BEAVER BAY 734 2.05% 764 2.14% BEAVER CREEK 1;307 3.08% 1;;588 3:75 %' BECKER 0 N/A 0 N/A BEJOU 141 0':87% 141 0:87% BELGRADE 4,871 5.22% 6,287 6.74% BELLECHESTER 721 6:42% :721 6.42% BELLINGHAM 1,154 1.96% 1,154 1.96% BELTRAMf` 598 6.08% 2'553 5.63% BELVIEW 2,568 3.21% 2,778 3.47% BENA 339 2.18% :339 2.18% BERTHA 1,099 0.84% 1099 0.84% BETHEL' 981 6.20% 0 0100% BIG FALLS 2,318 4.68% 2,318 4.68% BIGELOW77777 892 4;88% 8$2 4.88% BIGFORK 1,931 2.48% 2,044 2.62% GINGHAM LAKE 1';074 6.45% 1';389 8:34% BIRCHWOOD VILLAGE 2,885 N/A 415 N/A BIRD ISLAND :9,889 4.84% ;.11'675 5.71% BISCAY 365 15.12% 341 14.13% BIWABIK 10,748 3.59% 15;085 5.04% BLACKDUCK 3,958 3.79% 4,480 4.29% 13LOMKEST r r »799 :4.43% <802 4.45% BLOOMING PRAIRIE 16,208 6.30% 19,682 7.65% :BLUFFTON: < 878 55.62% 954 60.43% BOCK 861 2.10%1 1 861 2.10% April 16, 1993 P5 LMC Formulal LMC Formula House Tax H ouse Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cites Under 2,500 Change Chan a Change Change BORUP 421 6.34% 421 6.34% BOVEY 5 980 2.19% 6,832 2.50% BOWLUS 1,194 ' 9.76% 1 194 9176% BOY RIVER 105 5.72% 74 4.06% BOYD 2,015 3:15% 2;729 4.27% BRAHAM 7,421 4.03% 9,255 5.03% BRANDON 2,7491 5.52% 2,869 5.76% BREEZY POINT 0 N/A 0 N/A BREWSTER 3170 9.84 % 3`$62 - 11:99% BRICELYN 3,228 4.73% 3,932 5.76% BROOK PARK!: i 44.6 2.74 %'. 422 BROOKS 599 7.29% 546 6.65% BROOKSTON;i 289 7 10% - .i, .289 7.10 %' <, BROOTEN 4,084 3.96% 4,997 4.85% BROYVERVILUE :.4;935 6.67% 6 : 1,58 8.32 %` - BROWNS VALLEY 6,836 3.12% 7,920 3.62% BROWNSDALE :: "2�68a 3,91% 2,.681 3.9196 BROWNSVILLE 1,844 6.06% 1,966 6.45% BROWNTON 5;247 4.50% 6,809 5.84% BRUNO 167 0.81% 167 0.81% BUCKMAN 757 16.50:% eoa 17.519E; BUFFALO LAKE 4,444 .4.54% 5,343 5.45% BURL 2.36% 8,841 > 2.36% BURTRUM 514 4.05% 514 4.05% BUTTER FIELDf 4;.046 5.21 %' 5256 6.77 %'' CALLAWAY 827 2.74% 825 2.74% CALUMET 2;835 2.09 %' 2 ;835 >? 2.0,9% CAMPBELL 1,409 3.97% -1,494 4.21% CAN BY 17,052 4.07 %' : 21 ,255 "5.08% CANTON 2,138 3.44% 2,209 3.55% CARLOS 998 3.40% 998 3.40% CARLTON 5,391 4,59% 6,481 5,52% CARVER 3 237 16.81% - 2,619 13.60% CASS LAKE 6,950 2.47% 8,139 2.89% w CEDAR MILLS; 62 12.30% 82 12,30% CENTER CITY 1,904 4.83% 1,452 3.68% CENTERVILLE' 9 625 147,40% f0 992 t59.30% CEYLON 3,628 4.20% 4,930 5.71% CHANQLER .:! 1:;389 4.21 %' 1 3.75% CHATFIELD 16,950 6.27% 22,586 8.36% CHICKAWiAW:!BEACFt 1 NFR '0 N/A CHISAGO CITY 12,689 5.69% 15,761 7.06% CLARA CITY 9,072 4.70% 9,072 4.70% - 5:02%1 CLARISSA 2,721 1.84% 2,721 1.84% CLARKFfELD 11,635 CLARKS GROVE 2,634 4.04% 2,634 4.04% G CLEAR LAKE i<> 1 "299 067 > .:2,49 %' CLEARBROOK 2,727 3.00% 2,727 3.00% CLEARWATER 2;405 13.31 %' f804 0.98% CLEMENTS 989 3.70% 1175 4.40% CLEVELAND 3,569 6.0$% 4 '6.80% CLIMAX 1,102 3.08% 1,122 3.13% CLINTON :>2 527 1.82% 2 ;527 1:82% CLITHERALL 128 1.10% 128 1.10% CLONTARF —1 - 0.03% -1 -0.03% COATES 465 N/A 0 N/A COBDEN 107 14.10% '107 14:10% COKATO 15,449 5.72% 15,449 5.72% COLD SPRING 18,100 7.49% 24,015 9.93% COL ERAINE 8,203 '2.60% 10,977 3.48% COLOGNE 2,321 7.87% 1,733 COMFREY 3,264 2.92% 4,366 3.91% ;' 1 P6 LMC Cities Bulletin LMC Formula LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cites Under 2,500 Change Chan a Change Change CQMSTOCK 321 3.1 1% <122 1:'18% CONGER 757 3.05% 798 3.22% C40K 5046 12;45% 6'664 M43% CORRELL 228 6.26% 228 6.26% COSMOS 3;188 3.1'fi% :,M27 3.40% COTTONWOOD 6 4.24% 7,191 5.05% COURTLAND 1!584 6.4796 CROMWELL 913 8.51% 859 8.00% CROSBY :> T$'S54 5:88% 26`026 8 :22%' CROSSLAKE 0 N/A 0 N/A CURRIE ; .;1:;627 4:6696. 1;827 4:86 %: CUYUNA 378 1.90% 1 0.01% CYRUS f' 798 4;.28961 1!;;9701. ,-: 4.69 %: DAKOTA 1,503 32.82% 1,562 34.12% DALTON 4;023 DANUBE 3,049 3.39% 3,586 3.98% DANVERS 349 3.33% 202 DARFUR 614 4.60% 686 5.15% DARWIN 207 6:19% 207 fi'19 %' DASSEL 7,104 4.82% 8,881 6.03% DAWSON `. 13671 4.33% " 19582 6:21% DE GRAFF 885 42.16% 1,082 51.57% DEER CREEK, 1;988 7,76% 2,531 9.88% DEER RIVER 5,410 3.69% 6,751 4.61% DEERWOOD 2 3:13% 1' 370 2.12% DELAVAN 1,257 3.04% 1,343 3.25% DELHI 520 4.17% DELLWOOD 0 N/A 0 N/A DENHAM 100 N/A 0 N/A DENNISON 645 3.91% 645 3.91% DENT, 450 .4:07% 450 4:07% DEXTER 1,637 2.93% - 1,976 3.54% DODGE CENTER 15,367 5.16% 20,548 6:90 %: DONALDSON 136 8.69% 0 0.00% DONNELLY 1,;573 7954% 1:,573 7.54% li DORAN 147 2.71% 107 1.97% 4:07% DOVRAY 239 3.45% 199 2.88% DUMONT ! :: :.8616 2 A 81% 1,p14 .6:00% DUNDAS 2,409 8.79% 2,504 9.13% DUNDEE ;"207 3.00% 207 3 :00% DUNNELL 1,233 3.95% 1,577 5.05% EA ::2.77% 4 EAGLE D 52 3 611 2.8 % 3, 0 EAGLE LAKE 7,212 6.46% 7,212 6.46% EAST GULL LAKE 0 N/A r 0 N!A EASTON 1,268 3.70% 1,445 4.22% ECHO 1',762 I I I 2.43% 2,142 2.95% EDEN VALLEY 4,623 3.53% 5,740 4.38% :EDG RT 0 E ON .,7,236 - -5:80% - 9 77 7.03% EFFIE 0 0.00% 0 0.00% EITZEN 909 7.09% 865 6.75% ELBA 333 18.90% 333 18.90% ELBOW LAKE ;9,794 4:12% .:13,312 5:60% ELGIN 3,925 5.97% 4,376 6.66% ELIZABETH 738 4:01% 738 4:01% ELKO 788 44.78% 342 19.45% ELKTON 447 3;64% 350 .2.85% ELLEN DALE 1,656 2.34% 1,656 2.34% t ELLSWORTH 3,881 4.45% 4,318 4:95% ELMDALE 435 34.21% 395 31.00% ECMORE 5,814 4.09% :7,679 5.40% ELROSA 769 12.21% 577 9.16% ELYSIAN !2,095 2.05% 2,270 2:22% EMILY 935 18.53% L 01 0.00% April 16, 1993 P7 LMC Formula LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cites Under 2,500 Chance Chan a Change Change EMMONS <706 1,0296 706 - -02% ERHARD 574 5.44% 574 5.44% ERSKiNE 3 354 6.74% 4511 9:06% EVAN 373 12.45% 394 13.15% EVANSVILLE 2,768 3.28% 3,026 3.58% EXCELSIOR 9,523 7.99% 12,827 10.76% EYOTA 9,439 11.54% 9;703: 11.86% FAIRFAX 10,118 4.84% 13,142 6.28% FARWELL 2!13 I,36% 213 1.36% FEDERAL DAM 467 17.05% 467 17.05% I~ELTEQN 832 2.99% FERTILE 5,877 6.22% 7,669 8.12% FINLAYSON 839 5.04% 500 3.01% ' FISHER 2,1:15 .9.88% 2,1:51 10.02% - FLENSBURG 562 3.46% 562 3.46% FLOODWOOQ: 3684 2.6.4% 4;692 3.61.:% FLORENCE 205 2.54% 205 2.54% FORADA 404 44.84% 0 0.00% FORESTON '<: 17:79 7.1796 1.;816. 7777.7:32% FORT RIPLEY 114 70.63% 0 0.00% FOSSTON 0,382 3:5396 9.362 3:53% FOUNTAIN 1,558 5.56% 1,570 5.61% FOXHOME 489 4.69% 489 4:69% FRANKLIN 2,897 2.45% 3,710 3.13% FR ANKLIN 9 0:16% 0 0.00% FRAZEE 8,242 6.71% 8,242 6.71% FREEBORN 1:402 4.51% 1,464 4.71% FREEPORT 2,743 4.70% 2,923 5.01% FROST 1,474 3.52% 1825 4.35% — FU LDA 9,495 4.11%1 12,539 5.43% FUNKLEY 0 0.00% 0 0.00% GARFIELD 1,308 21.55 %' 1,495 24.62% GARRISON 63 1.11% 0 GARVIN 1,061 2.85% 1,421 3.82% 4 - - :480 3,05% 4.0796 GARY 1 'I GAYLORD 15,050 4.55% 20,162 6.09% GEM:.iLAKE 77777W N/A GENEVA 1,979 5.26% 1,973 5.24% GENOt A 2 189 81 >% ::... 0 0 "0096. GEORGETOWN 257 3.12% 57 0.69% ;. GHENT 1:869 GIBBON 4 1 843 3.64% 6,256 4.70% C3ILBERT 19 528 3:4696: 19 528. 3.46% GILMAN 244 32.29% 2441 32.29% H, GLENVILLE .> 5;237 9.63% 8,725 12:36% GLYNDON 4,937 6.00% 5,978 7.27% GONVICK .. 1`,930 3.27% 2;490 4.22% GOOD THUNDER 3,412 4.83% 4,316 6.11% GOODHUE 3608 4.85% 4,007 5,38% , GOODRIDGE 344 1.58% 344 1.58% F' GRACEVILLE . 1,311 4,02% 5637 GRANADA 1,974 4.27% 2,117 4.58% GRAN0 MARAIS 6,035 2:81% 6;868 3.19% GRAND MEADOW 2,373 1.77% 2,373 1.77% GRASSTON 473 <3.34% 473 3,34% GREEN ISLE 1,748 3.95% 2,052 4,64% GREENBUSH 4,589 3.40% :5,639 4.18% GREENFIELD 4,818 N/A 2,190 N/A ARE.ENWALD _ 8 05 10.94% 805 10.94% ... _ _O ._..NIA 0 N/A C1Fi[ NW0 4q.EY EAQL 1 3.33% 2.251 3.92% GROVE CITY 3,5281 3.13% 1 4,102 3.64% P8 4 LMC Cities Bulletin LMC Formulal LMC Formula E('hanna e Tax House Tax Aid Percent d Bill Percent Cities Under 2,500 Change Chan a a GRYGLA 881 2.5894 851 2.5 0% GULLY 214 3.35% 214 3.35% HACKENSACK 746 5.38% 122 0.88% HADLEY 400 16.74% 400 16.74% HALLOCK 81246 3.28% 4,246 3,26% HALMA 427 8111% 440 8.35% HALSTAD 4,131 4.68% 5,344 8.05 %' HAMBURG 1,841 5.75% 1,155 3.61% HAMMONO 746 6.28% T46 8.28 %' HAMPTON 1,159 8.55% 205 1.51% HANCOCK. 5,895 6.3296 HANLEY FALLS 1,167 2.35% 1,290 2.60% HANOVER 2,787 18.79% 677 4.60% HANSKA 2,899 4.72% 3,701 6.02% HA(DINC3 487 28.26% 9Z 14.68 %i HARDWICK 753 2.72% 753 2.72% HARMONY ::.7,916 3.65% >..10350 HARRIS 4,692 21.92% 5,158 24.09% HARTLAND 283 0.56% 283 0.56 %' HATFIELD 288 41.96% 274 39.86% HAWLEY 8,005 5.39% 8,005 5.39% HAYFIELD 8,849 5.38% 11,312 6.88% HAYWARD 1,172 3.35% 1;151 3.29% HAZEL RUN 201 2.46% 201 2.46% HECTOR 8,170 4.23% 10,623 5.51% HEIDELBERG 160 30.89% 160 30.89% HENDERSON' 4,955 3.49% 6,376 4.49% HENDRICKS 4,320 3.43% 5,037 4.00% HENDRUM 1 4'.89% 2;432 6.27% HENNING 5,319 4.09% 6,957 5.35% HENRIETTE 206 19.93% 1206 18:93% HERMAN 3,018 2.59% 3,018 2.59% HERON LAKE; 5,391 4.17% 7 5.46% HEWITT 1,609 5.84% 1,825 6.63% HILL CITY 2,1;36 1;977 .4.29 %: HILLMAN 119 7.83% 101 6.69% Ht1 LS' :2,978 3.38% 2`978 3:38% HILLTOP 2,823 5.48% 1,674 3.25% HINCKLEY 4,707 3.70% 5,096 4.01% HITTERDAL 1,130 2.85% 1,211 3.06% HOFFMAN 2,959 3.92% 2,959 3.92% HOKAH 3,983 2.88% 4,871 3.52% - HOCD1NCiFORD 3,443 3.30% 4,256 4.08% HOLLAND 1,011 2.90% 1,203 3.45% HOLLANDALE 1,138 3.47% 932 2.84% HOLLOWAY 592 4.58% 582 4.51% HOLT 134 1.88% 134 1.88% HOUSTON 7,151 4.24% 7,151 4.24% HOWA LAKE 8,382 5.80% 10,178 7.04% HOYT LAKES 16,056 7.02% 22,711 9.94% HUMBOLDT 380 6.83% 380 6.83% WEN 250 2.09% 250 2.09% tONA >i 1,146 r ` 4.02% -1,504 5.28% IRON JUNCTION 351 10.41% 342 10.13% IRONTON 3,357 :3.49% 4;147 4.31% e ISANTI 9,103 4.44% 10,754 5.24% ISLE 1684 2.59% '<52 -0.08% IVANHOE 3,263 2.54% 3,263 2.54% JANESVILLE`' 13;997 6.06% 13;997 6:06% f JASPER 4,552 4.27% 4,552 4.27% JEFFERS 2,502 3.59% 2;502 3:59 %' JENKINS 916 9.12% 733 7.29% JOHNSON 164 6.45% <:. 154 KANDIYOHI 2149 5.31% 2102 5.19% April 16, 1993 P9 LMC Formulal LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cities Under 2,500 Change Chan a Change Change KARLSTAq 5,71'3 4.74% 7,228 6.0096 KASOTA 2,982 5.98% 2,982 5.98% KEEWATIN 8 314 2,38% 8 314 2.38% KELLIHER 1,026 4.65% 1,026 4.65% KELLOGG 1;821 4 5196: 4:51 %> KENNEDY 1,978 5.79% 2,404 7.04% KENNETH : ;.320 3.2796! 320 :3.27%! KENSINGTON 1,640 4.88% 1,994 5.93% KEN f 38 336 -. 2.28% 3.: KENYON 11,604 6.05% 15,394 8.03% KERKHOVEN.' 3;580 3.31:96 3;580 ;[ 3.3i% KERRICK 335 11.46% 407 13.91% KETTLE RIVER : Ei76 2.57 %' 545 2.08% KIESTER 3,879 3.27% 4,371 3.68% KILKENNY 373 1.44% 373 1.44% KIMBALL PRAIRIE 3,947 10.58% 4,616 12.37% KINBRAE 57 6.46% 13 1.51% KINGSTON 474 29.26% 474 29.26% KINNEY 2,137 3.06% 2,9181 4.18% LA PRAIRIE 1,827 4.99% 1,352 3.69% LASALLE :565 9;71% 665 11.44% LAFAYETTE 2,766 3.63% 3,361 4.41% LAKE BENTON 4;294 2.50% 4294 !2.5096 LAKE BRONSON 772 1.62% 772 1.62% LAKE CRYSTAL 17;875 7.64% 18,593 7.95% LAKE HENRY 183 5.10% 138 3.85% LAKEL LILLIAN 1,304 3.14% 1 `,391 3.35% LAKE PARK 4,411 4.73% 5,015 5.37% LAKE SHORE 0 N/A 0 N/A LAKE ST CROIX BEACH 5,158 72.49% 4,959 69.70% LAKE WILSON 590 i.14% 590 1.1::4% LAKEFIELD 14,419 3.31 %1 14,419 3.31% LAKELAND 8;561 N/A 7,1330 NIA LAKELAND SHORES 259 N/A 0 N/A LAMBERTON`< 6,600 4.08% &420 5.20% LANCASTER 1,379 2.56% 1,379 2.56% LANDFALL 1244 <N/A r 0 N7A LANESBORO 6,328 3.56% 8,334 4.69% LAPORTE 308 6.63% ::308 6.63% LASTRUP 552 14.91% 552 14.91% LE CENTER 15,681 8.30% 15,681 r 8.30% LE ROY 6,253 6.19% 8,033 7.95% LENGBY 425 2.06% 425 2.06% LEONARD 85 5.71% 85 5.71% ` LEONIDAS 236 0.55% 236 0.55% LESTER PRAIRIE 7,335 5.71% 8,846 6.88% LEWISTON 8,917 9.13% 11;386 11:64% ` LEWISVILLE 1,341 4.44% 1,562 5.17% LEXINGTON z - 12638 <i 10.3596 :1+1;546 11.91% LILYDALE 0 N/A 0 N/A LINDS.TROM;> .. a5?:1.2.3 !.11:25% 777719,.032 14.1696 LISMORE 1,156 2.28% 1,156 2.28% LITTLEFORK .... 5,450 :: >8.29% . %913 6.82% LONG BEACH 252 N/A 202 N/A LONZi' LAKE 7,$71 15.44% 6;794 13.67% LONGVILLE 378 5.66% 0 0.00% LONSDALE 8050 11:23% 8;050 11.23% LORETTO 1,010 5.84% 0 0.00% LOUISBURG ':161 5,42% 7777770e 3,6596 LOWRY 1,477 3.41% 1,856 4.28% LUCAN 1,215 2.60% 1;452 3:1096 LYLE 3,539 4.53% 4,654 5.96% 2.85 229 LYND' 1166 96 1,; MABEL 5,685 3.52% 6,632 4.10% P10 - LMC Cities Bulletin LMC Formula LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cities Under 2,500 Change Change Chan a Chan e MADELIA is 19,834 6,69% 27, 415 9.24% MADISON 18 833 4,38% 18,833 4.38% MADISON LAKE' 3,276 5.04% 3,811 5186% MAGNOLIA 858 8.99% 980 10.27% MAHNO 8,47 3.35% 8 680 3.4346 __ .. MA NCHESTER 128 2.35% 128 _ _ 2.35% MANHATTAN BEACH 0 N/A 0 N/A MANTORVILLE 5,035 4.30% 5,469 4.67% MAPLE LAKE 8,067 6.34% 9,365 7.36% MAPLE PLAIN 10,535 26.17% 12,014 29.84% MAPLETON 11 6.68% 11,273 6.68% MAPLEVIEW 1,148 2.07% 1,148 2.07% MARBLE 41842 2.08% 5 2.18% MARIETTA 517 0.86% 517 0.86% MARINE ON ST <CROIX 0 N/A 0 MAYER 1,635 6.69% 703 2.87% MAYNARD ;! 2;640 2':80% 3,406 MAZEPPA 2,274 3.34% 2,274 3.34% MCGRATH 35 3,65% 35 3:65 %> MCGREGOR 2,183 3.38% 2,654 4.11% MCINTOSH ; 4 364 4.33% 5 258 5:22 %I MCKINLEY —144 —0.20% —144 —0.20% MEADOWLANOS.<: 504 3:54% 602 4:22 %> MEDFORD 3,719 4.06% 4,028 4.40% MEDICINE LAKE :274 N/A 0 N/A METRE GROVE 651 11.78% 734 13.28% MENAHGA 6,927 4,27% 8,794 '5:42% MENDOTA 524 9.43% 263 4.73% MENTOR ::868 14.43% 977 16.24% MIDDLE RIVER 1,234 4.89% 1,234 4.89% MIESVILLE 330 N/A 0 N/A MILACA 17,143 5.38% 23,259 7.30% MILAN 2,512 3.3$% 3,336 4.45% MILLERVILLE 21 3.65% 21 3.65% i MILLVILLE 307 6.12% 307 6.12% MILROY 1,334 3.92% 1,518 4.46% MiLTONA ; 661 5:40% >3.91% MINNEISKA 484 8.40% 387 6.73% MINNEOTA! 10,728 5.15% 13,522 6(49% MINNESOTA CITY 992 8.07% 989 8.04% MINNESOTA LAKE '4,249 3.03% 5,310 3.79% MINNETONKA BEACH 0 N/A 0 N/A .MIZPAH 98 4.41% 98 4.41% MONTGOMERY 19,069 4.90% 25,985 6.68% MONTROSE 5;625 6.44% 61580 .9;88% MOOSE LAKE 9,705 5.98% 10,793 6.65% MORGAN >' 6,454 2.91% 8:187 3:70 MORRISTOWN 5,067 5.88% 6,095 7.07% MORTON 3;229 3.93% 4,217 '5.14% MOTLEY 1,550 2.56% 695 1.15% MOUNTAIN LAKE 19,746 5.29% 27,499 7;37% MURDOCK 1,548 3.31% 1,743 3.73% MYRTLE. 320 6.86% 320 6186% NASHUA 268 66.81% 236 58.90% NASHWAUK 8,321 1.93% 8,321' 1.93% NASSAU 481 8.96% 559 10.42% NELSON 501 10,13% 501 10.13% NERSTRAND 1,173 5.50% 1,333 6.25% NEVIS 1;649 3.34% :.:1 3.10% ' NEW AUBURN 1,675 6.07% 1,675 6.07% NEW GERMANY 1,372 9.13% 972 0.46% _ NEW LONDON 5,959 5.04% 7,236 8.12% NEW MARKET 918 14,39% 684 10.73% NEW MUNICH 9401 3.19% 9401 3.19% April 16, 1993 PH LMC Formula LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cities Under 2,500 Chan a Change Change Change NEW >RICHLAND 8,016 7,14% 11 8.4696 NEW TRIER 234 13.94% 37 2.18% NEW YORK MILLS 5 654 2.4896 5 654 2.48% NEWFOLDEN 2,078 3.74% 2,143 3.86% NICOLLET .. 4,226 5.2796 4 5.50% , NIELSVILLE 631 4.04% 791 5.07% N1MR.r7D 1::4.1 13.46% 3 0.28% NISSWA 0 N/A 0 N/A NORCROSS 484 2.50% 677 297 %< NORTH BRANCH 12,819 7.24% 16,244 9.17% NORTH REDVIIOOQ 841 15.63% 826 15:35 %' NORTHOME 1,593 3.75% 1,916 4.51% NORTHROP 1,449 5.78% 989 5:4596' NORWOOD 7,388 10.56% 8,469 12.11% ODES 523 1.25 % 523 1.25% ODIN 589 4.97% 712 6.00% OG_E_M_A 740 3.16% 740 3.16 O GILVIE 2,183 2.39% 2,183 2.39% OKABENA 1,400 4.42% 1,802 5.68% OKLEE 2,967 3.48% 3,079 3.61% ONAMIA 3,9 0 5.90% 3;960 5.90% ORMSBY 822 8.42% 938 9.60% ORONOCO 2,609 4.96% 2;426 4.61% ORR 1,123 2.08% 1,022 1.89% ORTONVILLE 22,882 4:20 %' 30,583 5.62% OSAKIS 9,795 4.06% 10,865 4.51% OSLO, 1;771 2.39% 1,830 2.47% OSTRANDER 1,306 6.64% 1,339 6.81% OTTERTAIL ;: 552 107.63% PALISADE 547 16.29% 547 16.29% PARKERS PRAIRIE:. 8379 6.05% 7`577 7.19% PAYNESVILLE 17,876 8.00% 24,106 10.78% PEASE 445 7.7% 4d5 7,7096 PELICAN RAPIDS 14,327 7.19% 19,185 9.63% PENNOCK 1,733 3.28% 1,733 3.28% PEQUOT LAKES >: ".3454 4.61% 2;512 3.35 %' PERHAM 13,523 6.39% 17,737 8.38% PERLEY 489 5.32% `:482 5.24% PETERSON 1,523 8.99% 1,523 8.99% PIER_ 5,583 7.82% 5,583 7.8 2% PILLAGER 1,567 9.11% 1,812 10.53% PINE ISLAND 16,196 T 8.58% 21,645 11.47% PINE RIVER > 5,187 3.96% 6,203 4.73% PINE SPRINGS "450 N/A 0 N/A : PLATO 1,897 6.81% 2,139 7.68% PLEASANT LAKE 308 5131.71% 59 979.52% PLUMMER 1,534 3.34% 1,774 3.86% PORTER 942 :2.79% ,1,054 3.12% PRESTON 12,233 4.53% 16,491 6.11% PRINSBURG `. :2;552 3.34.% 2;750 3.5996 QUAMBA 237 13.02% 237 13.02% RACtNE 1;252 9.64:96 1.1'67 . :;.'. : 8.98% RANDALL 2,743 6.07% 2,809 6.22% RANDOLPH ;: :; y,079 14.57% 741 10.01% RANIER 622 3.85% 622 3.85% RAYMOND ! 3 904 3.96% RED LAKE FALLS 14,087 4.41% 19,597 6.13% REGAL 163 49.56% 106 '32.24% REMER 1,996 4.53% 2,420 5.49% ' FiENVILLE _10,707 4. %_ �1 4 s 524 ua _.. REVERE 619 _ 3.09% 715 3. 57% FtIC ... �1 G4 ..... 16 1696 9'77 r 7.30% 111011MONU 6,121 6.47% 7,222 .7.63% Pl? LMC Cities Bulletin LMC Formula LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cities Under 2,500 Change l Chanae Change Change RIMILLE 409 18.62% 481 20.99.% RIVERTON 146 1.46% 0 0.00% RQCfCCREEK $ 192 32:28% 5192 1.11 2.28 %! ROCKVILLE 2,804 10.95% 2,916 11.39% ` 'ROGERS 1;040 N/A 0 N/A ROLLINGSTONE 3,618 7.53% 4,102 8.53% RONNEBY ib7 20.96% 157 20.96% ROOSEVELT 86 2.65% 86 2.65% ROSCOE 650 15.07% 650 15.07% ROSE CREEK 505 0.93% 505 0.93% ROSEAU 18;144 7.92% 24,766 10.80% ROTHSAY 2,482 4.93% 2,969 5.90% ROUND LAKE 2,405 8.65% 2,581 9.28% ROYALTON 4,886 11.13% 5,953 13.56% RUSH CITY 10;170 5;59% 13,026 7.16% RUSHFORD CITY 12,116 7.13% 16,140 9.50% : RUSH FORD VILLAGE 3 393 19:2596 3;838 14;9996` RUSHMORE 2,194 4.96% 2,737 6.19% RUSSELL 2fl64 2:52% 2'522 .5.08% RUTHTON 1,150 2.54% 1,150 2.54% RUTLEDGE 881 90.8A% 592 92:45% .......9 SABIN 2,189 "" 913% 2,412 10.05% SACRED:tEART 4;285 2:98% 5;606 3:89% SANBORN 2,913 4.70% 3,588 5.79% .SANDSTONE 1 7:00% 1$,969 7:00% SARGEANT 383 10.88% 381 10.81% SCANLON : 5;344 2:67% 6;162 3.08 %' SEAFORTH 354 2.71% 324 2.48% SEBEKA 4601 2.99% 4;601 2:99% SEDAN 197 17.28% 197 17.28% SHAFER '' 1'767 13,70% 1805 13.99% SHELLY 1,496 3.58% 1,820 4.36% SHERSURN 8 734 4.13% 111,733 5.55% SHEVLIN 426 6.00% 426 6.00% SILVER BAY 16,552 8.31% 21,010 8.00% SILVER LAKE 4,414 3.65% 5,092 4.21% SKYLINE 992 29.38% 110 3.25% SLAYTON 17,422 3.52% 17,422 3.52% SOBIESI4 352 17.68% 352 17.68% SOLWAY 368 11.52% 411 12.86% SOUTH HAVEN 658 2.97% 658 2.97% SPICER 3,811 4.49% 2,120 2.50% SPRING GROVE 8,922 3.42% 11,674 4.47% SPRING HILL 354 16.24% 398 18.26% : SPRING PARK 341 4,335 N/A . N!A SPRING VALLEY 23,368 4.93% 28,829 6.08% SPR(NGFlELD 20,881 6.21% 29,399 8.75 %< SQUAW LAKE 369 12.81% 369 12.81% ST ANTHONY 341 67:95% 349 89.46% ST BONIFACIUS 5,316 94.22% 4,685 83.03% STCLAIR 3,244 5.45% 3,735 6.28% ST HILAIRE 1,716 8.96% 1,716 8.96% ST LEO 229 2.73% 229 2.73% ST MARTIN 994 6.82% 890 6.11% ST MARYS POINT 440 N/A 0 N/A ST ROSA 126 4.36% 0 0.00% ST STEPHEN 2,872 16.89% 2,958 17.39% ST VINCENT 348 4.77% 348 4.77% STACY -4,572 12.27% 4,572 12.27% STARBUCK 8,405 4.64% 11,038 6.10% STEEN 582 6.55% 582 6.55% STEPHEN 4,730 5.77% 5,976 7.29% STEWART 3,528 2.46% 4,371 3.05% STOCKTON 2,4981 20.43% 2,817, 23.04% April 16, 1993 P13 LMC Formula LMC Formula House Tax House Tax _ Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cites Under 2,500 Change l Channa Change Chan e STORDEN 1;958 3.26% 2;534 4.22% STRANDQUIST 269 2.67% 269 2.67% STRATHCONA 59 2.62% STURGEON LAKE 721 19.38% 463 12.45% SUNBURG 551 4,3896 .::6.32 i! 5.0296:: SUNFISH LAKE 0 N/A 0 N/A SWANVILLE '3 1,.325 2 49% 1,325 2.d9 %I TACONITE 1,694 1,48% 1,965 1.72% TAMARACK :' 253 5J.7% 264 5.40 %;' TAOPI 135 14.53% 135 14.53% TAUNTON 640 10,85% 585 9.92% TAYLORS FALLS 2,582 3.41%1 1,402 1.85% TENNEY 8 0.45% 4 0.25% TENSTRIKE 434 32.28% 156 11.62% THOMSON 221 0 0.00% TINTAH 458 5.47% 495 5.92% TON KA BAY <.0 N/A 0 N/A TOWER 3,519 3,08% 4,545 3.98% TRACY 20,884 4.11% 24,472 4.82% TRAIL 268 7.40% 217 5.99% TRIMONT 4 3.36% 6153 4.21% TROMMALD 229 2.70% 129 1.51% TROSKY >'253 21.92% 253 21.92% TRUMAN 8,397 3.71% 8,397 3.71% TURTLE RIVER 28 215.38% 0 0:00% TWIN LAKES 98 0.27% 98 0.27% TWIN VALLEY 7 74,830 3:60% 4;930 3.60% TYLER 10,030 6.13% 11,930 7.29% ULEN' 3,171 3,79% 3;242 3.87% UNDERWOOD 1,682 3,02% 2,015 3,61% UP.SALA # "668. 3,15% 1 564 2,95% URBANK 187 12.26% 187 12.26% UTICA: 967 4,5696 891 4.2096 VERGAS 1,208 18.27% 1,116 16.88% VERMILLtON ! <.85.84:96 298 16.74% VERNDALE 2,901 5.11% 3,287 5.79% VERNON CENTER #:'883 5,78% 2 233 6.85% VESTA 1,867 3.40% 2,340 4.26% VICTORIA 5,861 N/A 2 r N/A VIKING 207 1.00% 207 1.00% VILLARD 1,235 4.14% 1,407 4.72% VINING 279 3.41% 253 3.09% WABASHA 18,193 4,73% 25,111 6.52% WABASSO 4,042 3.07% 4,837 3.68% WAHKON >888 4.13% 323 1,94% WALDORF 1,053 2.12% 1,069 2.15% WALKER 4',171 2:3796 3;860 2 :20% WALNUT GROVE 3,362 2.76% 3,362 2.76% WALTERS ....:339 r 1:49% _. WALTHAM 921 -4.92% 1,118 5.97% WANAMINGO WANDA 499 5.71% 566 6.47% WARBA. 385 7 777774.63 % 34 1).4496 WARREN 11,110 5.06% 11,110 5.06% WARROAD 7,919 10:46.% 9;013 11.91% WATERTOWN 12,213 7.67% 12,213 7.67% WATERVILLE "12 °965 ;4;26% 16'965 ' 5.5896 WATKINS 4,826 6.28% 5,765 7.50% WATSON 1372 3.94% 1 704 5.13% WAUBUN 1,969 6.87% 2,315 8,08% `r WAVERLY 2;397 2.99 7777T737 2,17% WELCOME 5,321 4.28% 6,762 5.44% WELLS 19,310 3.37% 19,310 3.37% WENDELL 1,163 3.25% 1,5301 4,28% P14 LMC Cities Bulletin LMC Formula LMC Formula House Tax House Tax Aid Percent Bill Aid Bill Percent Cities Under 2,500 Chan a Change Chan a Chan e WEST CONCORD 6,251 5.88% 1 8,2111 7.73% WEST UNION 211 14.86% 160 11.29% WESTBROOK 5823 3118% F 5,823 WESTPORT 56 3.05% 40 2.20% WHALEN 610 9:36% 788 12.11 %` WHEATON 15,089 4.73% 21,293 6.68% WILDER 392 430% 777777P392 4:30 %' WILLERNIE 2,634 7.12% 2,332 6.30% WILLIAMS 1> 011 4'x68% 1 >115 5.1 %' WILLOW RIVER 1,183 4.86% 1,183 4.86% WILMONT 2 -107 5.91% 2 6.69% WILTON 408 N/A 22 N/A WINGER 932 2.97% `1,066 8.39% WINNEBAGO 13,457 4.62% 13,457 4.62% WINSTED _ 9,984 _ 3.80% 12,216 4.65% W INTHROP 10,238 3.80% 11,504 4.27% WINTON 641 T _ 2.71% 641 2.71% WOLF LAKE 32 _� 6.38% 32 6.38% - -- — - -- WOL _ 735 r 4.0 2% 768 _ 4.2 0% WOOD LAK E_ _ _ 2,434 2.99% 2,759 _ 3. 3 . 9% WOODLAND 0 N/A 0 N1A WOODSTOCK 910 3.78% 1,146 4.76% WRENSHALL 1,035 1.62% 455 WRIGHT 751 244.74% 879 286.20% WYKOFF 2;984 L 3`..27% 3 L -4.02% WYOMING 11,748 10.95% 13,371 12.46% YOUNG AMERICA 7097 9:29% 7;470 9:77% ZEMPLE 13 1.03% 0 0.00% ZIM.MERMAN 7:;882 13.65% 8;858 15.34% ZUMBRO FALLS 1,151 14.14% 1,151 14.14% ZUMBROTA 1:6,315 4.58% 21',818 6512% TOTALS 2,456,171 4.73% 2,830,218 5.45% v tl April 16, 1993 Y15 Photo award categories "``'` "``' ` '' `':' <:::::: <:..: >::::.;:: >:<:; Information we need • Minnesota city architecture ` > Please fill out the form below and (buildings, houses, city halls, include the following for each :::::. w P etc. hoto• *Minnesota city activities — events, *Your name celebrations etc. :.:: >: >:;.: <.;.<.: c *Your address ( includin g the ci ty *Minnesota cityscapes /nature in .:;. >. where you live) the cities ;< < >.......: *City where you took the photo *Minnesota cities —the eo le ton _: f > >'< •Ca i P P s P� Minn • eso i ' to c four r h i *The your ph oto fits i • e cat o ::::::::::.::.......... ........... ..............................: e g rY Y P seas ::::: *Your age (ONLY IF YOU ARE UNDER 18) Rules *Size: 5 x 7 photo >:: >:<:;:;:: »:: *Ty Black and white or color W4.00.4 00 Send entries to YP Tim B • Busse rints (no slides) p League of Minnesota Cities •Nurnl < t. 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I i tMC empk rms and famillea are n4 ellgibk L - -- — — - -- _.— _J Photo entries become the property of the League of Minnesota Cities and xviU not be returned. Municipal ads and wa(er tanks veh. #222 (1111) #AS Municipal ads an printed at no charge to membereltics. Ads nun In one Issue only unless notice 14662 -7); and a 1968 Ford ('950 lire Is received to run a second lhuc. The Cities Bulletin is published weekly during the legislative session and once a month during theinteuiny Scaled tile pumper cale bidd #206 s will be acc a c c te d unt 2:( ). In the next available Cities Bulletin. Cities have the right to reject any or all bids on equipment or epted until 2:(X) proposals, and to waive any Informalities therein. Minnesota cities are equal opportunity p.m. Wednesday, April 21, 1993 in Room employers. 515 City hall. Bids must be on official bid documents that can be obtained in person or by mailing a self - addressed envelope Positions Publics Works at (612) 442 -2615. Bids requesting the above corresponding bid CITY ADMINISTRATOR. The City will be accepted until June 16, 1993. number to City of St. Paul/Ramsey of Biwabik (population 1,097) is seeking a FIRE VEHICLES. The City of St. County Joint Purchasing Office, 515 City city administrator who reports to a five Paul has for sale to the highest bidder a Hall, 15 West Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN member city council. Biwabik is a full- 1977 Seagrave fire truck with 100 ft. aerial 55102. Inspection appointments can be service city with a $2.39 million total ladder veh. #342 (BID #AS- 14661 -7); a made by contacting Marty Niles at (612) budget and has 15 full -time employees 1980 Ford C8000 fire pumper with foam 645-0648.0 under a city charter form of government. Responsibilities include finance, budget- ing, planning, personnel, MIS, project management, public safety, economic development, public works, and capital New state law requires packaging to infrastructure. Knowledge of comp worth, computerization, utilities, economic show percent of recycled product development, and participative manage- ment style strongly desired. B.A. in public administration or related field, and a Minnesota residents now know market - demand for recycled minimum of four years experience. MPA die Percent of "post consumer" products. preferred and may substitute for one to recycled materials is in products Tlie MPCA expects manufactur- two years experience. Salary is $26K to thanks to a law that became effective ers to voluntarily comply with the $40K. Send cover, resume, and three on January 1, 1993. law, but penalties Can be as high as professional references to City of Biwabik, The law helps the state's $10,000 for incidents of fraud. y Attn: City Administrator Search, P.O. 529, ecologically aware consumer Examples of labeling are: Biwabik, MN 55708 by May 3, 1993. For identify what percentage of the • Printed on recycled paper contain - a position description contact the city. product actually comes from ing at least 10 percent fibers from EOE/AA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT recycled products. Leading the list paper recycled by consumers. MANAGER. Current vacancy with St. of recyclables are paper and plastic • Printed on recycled paper contain - Louis County in Virginia, MN. $31,8721yr. packaging materials. ing at least 10 percent post - (1992 salary). Minimum qualifications The Minnesota Pollution consumer paper fibers. include a Bachelor's degree in public Control Agency has identified post- • Contains 40 percent total recycled administration, business adminisntration, consumer content as the amount of materials: 10 percent pre -con- planning, or related field and four years of material in a product or package that sumer; 30 percent post- consumer. progressivley responsible full -time paid comes from an itein consumers • Contains 30 percent total recycled cxpeirence in community development actually recycled. As a result, high- materials: 30 pre - consumer; 0 programs. Contact St. L County Civil Service Dept., 100 N. 5th Ave. W., #512, grade "recycled" paper must now percent post - consumer. Duluth, MN 55802, or call (218) 726- include information identifying how • 'Ibis package contains an average 2422. Apply by May 7, 1993. much of its content comes from of 17 percent post - consumer paper consumer recycled paper. fibers. For. sale The law's intent is to encourage • This product is made from DUMP TRUCK. The City of Waconia consumers to shop for and use recycled materials containing 15 has for sale a 1978 Ford F -700 24,000 products and packaging with post- percent post- consumer (paper, GVW dump truck. The truck includes one- consumer content to help increase plastic, glass, etc.) 0 -one -way plow; one - "V" plow; and one- - hydraulic end gate spreader. For more information contact City of Waconia, FIRST CLASS U.S. POSTAGE PAID St. Paul, IVIN PERMIT NO. 3223 AlIkk League of Minnesota Cities 3490 Lexington Avenue North St. Paul, MN 55126 jjC IV F n APR 1 9 1993 Phone: 612-490-5600 11he League of Minnesota Cities publishes the Legislative Bulletin weekly during the Legislative session and monthly during the . ... ... interim the time between sessions. Subscriptions: members-$30; non-members - $45. Contact: Publications Department, League of Minnesota Cities. League of Minnesota Cities Board of Directors ]PRESIDENT Larry Bakken Ma Golden Valley Where to get legislative information at the Capitol* F11191' VICE PRESIDENT Wand Swanson Mayor Copies of bills Morris 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 Lon Councilmembar St. Paul Bill status, authors, companion, committee referral (by bill number, DIRECTORS author, or topic) Jerry Dulgar Joy Robb House Index - 296-6646, Rm. 211, State Capitol City Manager May Cry" Robbinsdale Senate Index - 296-2887, Rm. 231 State Capitol L Hanks Bett Sind` Weekly committee schedules, bill Introductions, and summaries of Ma CAXWilmember St Louie Palk Lakeville committee and floor action Deryl Peterson Fjic Sorensen House Information Office - 296-2146, 175 State Office Building City Auorney Manager Senate Information Office - 296-0504, Rm. 231, State Capitol miumftnka Winona Patricia Pidcock Gre SMU Recording of the following day's committee schedule and agenda, Couwilmember Cit Adninistrator (after 4:30 p.m.) Edon Prairie wordLiwon "House Call" (House committee schedule) - 296-9283 TOM Praike Chu& Winkelman Senate Hotline (Senate committee schedule) - 290-8088 City Administrator Ma B-1ya, Dei's'm' St. Cloud Easton, Minnes To reach a member on the House or Senate floor Lake John Youn Jr. House Sergeant at Arms - 296-4860 Yvanne Prettaff Councibmember Senate Page Desk - 296-4159 Hawley Couwdm=bcr Duluth To notify the governor's office of your concerns XXOMCIO Governor Arne Carlson - 296 -3391, Rm. 130, State Capitol Donald Fraser mayor *All addresses are SL Paul, MN 55155, all area codes 612 Minneapolis 0 Karen An&non councilmember Minnetonka 9 C- Minnesota Solutions Minnesota Associations and Cities United to Strengthen Communities and Support Families MEMORANDUM 11� To: Minnesota Solutions Partners From: Bonnie Balach Date: April 13, 1993 I've attached the following information for your review: information /status sheet regarding our legislation; copies of letters to Senator Ember Reichgott regarding the capital equipment sales tax rebate program; information sheets on each piece of Minnesota Solutions legislation; and a copy of the Community Tax Abatement legislation proposed by the Counties (not yet introduced). Please let me know if you have any questions. Also for your information, I now can be reached on a pager (612- 374 - 7207). It will give you the option of leaving your complete telephone number or a message of up to 160 characters. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: BONNIE BALACH, MINNESOTA SOLUTIONS (218) 722 -0861 MINNESOTA SOLUTIONS /STATUS OF LEGISLATION AS OF APRIL 9, 1993 Pollution Abatement Legislation Description: H.F. 1189 provides for a state grant program to cover one -half the cost o clean -up. Twenty -give percent of the cost must be a local match and the remainder can come from tax increment financing. Also contains language that establishes a manufacturing district that is subject to county veto and school district can "choose" to forgo state replacement aid and in that way participate in the economic development project. S.F. 1169, as amended in the Senate Committee on Metropolitan and Local Government Affairs Tax Division, gives cities 100% of clean-up costs up front. Forty percent can be paid back with tax increment financing and a 10 %, non -tax increment, local match is required. There are no provisions relating to manufacturing districts in the amended version of S.F. 1169. Status: HF 1189 SF 1169 Rest Mondale Long Novak Bauerly Pogemiller Abrams Doug Johnson Flynn Heard in Taxes and laid over. Referred to Environment. Re-referred to Taxes. Hearing on 4/12. Job Creation Legislation Description: A tax increment financing bill that creates a manufacturing district twelve years in duration, not subject to HACA /LGA penalties and relief from the five -year rule and pooling restrictions under some circumstances is proposed. A finding that the public subsidy is necessary in order to bring new manufacturing jobs into the state or retain jobs is necessary. Status: No House companion. SF 820 Pappas Doug Johnson Beckman Hottinger J.E. Benson Passed Sen. Flynn and Sen. Adkins committees. Hearing in Taxes on 4/14. Housing Description: The proposed legislation would exempt tax increment financing housing districts from the HACA /LGA penalties and pooling restrictions. Status: HF 855 SF 1289 Jefferson Berglin Caruthers Kelly Dawkins Novak Morrison Anderson Dauner Belanger Referred to Taxes. Passed Sen. Flynn and Sen. Adkins committees. Hearing in Taxes on 4/14. Redevelopment Description: Lifts some of the restrictions in current law for tax increment financing redevelopment districts. Provides for a stronger "but for" test and allows exemption from pooling and the five-year rule under some circumstances. Status: HF 1501 SF 1111 Jaros Flynn Pugh Doug Johnson Jacobs Novak Osthoff Price Referred to Taxes. Passed Sen. Flynn and Sen. Adkins 0 committees. Hearing in Taxes on 4/14. I March 24, 1993 Senator Reichgott 306 State Capitol St. Paul, MIN 55155 RE: Capital Equipment Sales Tax Dear Senator Reichgott: Thank you for taking the time to talk to us about the sales tax on capital equipment. Following is a summary of our discussion: The state could accomplish a number of goals by targeting the rebate /exemption of sales tax on capital equipment in a number of different ways. It seems to us that there are basically three state objectives that could be served by tinkering with the sales tax on capital equipment: Increase new revenue in the state If the goal of the state is to increase new revenue in the state, then the sales tax on capital equipment should be targeted to manufacturers that sell their products outside of the state. The State Department of Revenue is in the best position to determine how administratively difficult this kind of determination might be. Increase efficiency in production In this case, a rebate /exemption program designed to reward efficiency ought to be instituted. The State Department of Revenue cost analysis of the Administrative Law Judge's ruling limits their estimate to replacement equipment purchases purporting to increase productivity by 20 %. Since that cost is still prohibitively high, we suggest rewarding equipment purchases that increase producitivity by 40 %, or more. Increased productivity will help ensure our competiveness in the national and global economies. Job Creation Efficiency of productivity and any method of increasing new revenue for the state will have implications for job creation. However, if creating manufacturing jobs is the primary goal, then tying the incentive to the number of jobs created might make sense. This might be at cross - purposes to the other objectives that might be achieved with this kind of "subsidy." And, those other objectives might do more to promote job stability and creation in the long run. We don't think that simply reducing the sales tax on capital equipment across the board is an efficient use of a public subsidy. The state might be better served by reducing the sales tax on capital equipment across the board for manufacturing to a rate consistent with neighboring states. However, a more targeted, more intensive incentive would probably probably have more fiscal, and other, impact. Of course, we want to emphasize the importance of doing a cost-benefit study. What the Department of Revenue has produced thus far is merely the cost analysis. As we discussed, we contacted the Minnesota Taxpayers Association to gauge their interest in studying this issue. However, it is too ambitious a project to study before the end of this legislative session -- it may be a good interim project, though. Ultimately, you will need that kind of information in order to test the effectiveness of whatever route the legislature does choose to take on this issue. Thanks again for your time. Sincerely, Bonnie Balach Tony Goddard March 2, 1993 Senator Ember Reichgott 306 Capitol St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 Dear Senator Reichgott: Thank you for your kind attention to Minnesota Solutions' position on the exemption of sales tax for capital equipment purchases. We believe that this exemption can be an important incentive for quality job creation in Minnesota. Minnesota's goal in job creation should be to help our companies create more good jobs, not just any jobs. One of the lessons of the 1980's in America is that low- paying, low- benefit marginal jobs don't solve our economic and social problems. Good jobs are created by businesses that invest in their employees and in their technology as a means of staying competitive. It is the investment in up-to -date technology that makes better - paying, secure jobs possible. Competitiveness of our companies is a significant issue. Our businesses are operating in global markets with ever - rising levels of competition. Technology is often a necessary investment for competitiveness. Minnesota Solutions believes that the sales tax exemption should be focused on manufacturing for several reasons: • Manufacturing, on average, pays higher wages than other sectors; • Manufacturing is an "export" business that sells beyond Minnesota's borders and brings new wealth into the state's economy; • Manufacturing has a greater spin -off - the multiplier effect - than other sectors; • Manufacturing growth benefits the, whole state. Greater Minnesota has a significant and growing manufacturing sector. Capital equipment sales tax exemption is a good incentive for several reasons: • It rewards those companies that are committed to upgrading their competitiveness. • It rewards those companies that are investing in technology. • The exemption needn't require bureaucratic overhead, either at the state or local level, if it is administered as a true exemption, rather than as a rebate as at present. Senator Ember Reichgott March 2, 1993 Page 2 • It can give Minnesota an unfortunately rare advantage over adjacent states. The four adjacent states have sales tax rates ranging from 4.0 -5.5 %. Without an exemption, Minnesota's rate is the highest in the region. • It is effectively similar to the investment tax credit proposed at the federal level. The exemption would provide a real incentive to companies to invest in capital equipment. The increased level of business activity resulting from the investment will in turn cause higher income and sales tax receipts for the state as employment and sales grow. The question, of course, is how much? Unfortunately, we don't know. What the Legislature needs in order to make an informed decision is a cost - benefit analysis. The Department of Revenue has done half the job by producing a cost study. We suggest that they be directed to do the other half. The sales tax exemption is essentially an investment in Minnesota business by the state. You need to understand the potential return before deciding. During the hearing, you requested information regarding the Department of Revenue estimates for the cost of expanding the capital equipment sales tax program in the way we suggest. Since we don't know the details of the Department's calculations, however, we offer no opinion about their accuracy. Following is that information: Equipment required for pollution control or abatement $27.3 million for the biennium. Replacement equipment $174.4 million for the biennium. Capital equipment used to produce "intangible products " $46.2 million for the biennium. The replacement equipment is the most important item in our view. We would like to meet with you to discuss our ideas about how to target the exemption /rebate program to reduce the state cost and to address concerns that the Govemor's proposal may encourage layoffs. Also, targeting small firms may not always make the most sense. Larger firms pay better salaries and benefits on average so higher quality employment is achieved. We will be in touch with Tom Kruger to set up an appointment. Sincerely, Bonnie Balach Tony Goddard cc: Senator Doug Johnson Anita Neumann 110 Minnesota Solutions Minnesota Associations and Cities United to Strengthen Communities and Support Families THE USE OF TAX IN CRRT FINANCING FOR REDEVELOPMENT H.F. 1501 (Janos) /S.F. 1111 (Flynn) BALRGROUND Encouraging redevelopment ensures efficient use of existing infrastructure and reduces public expenditure for new infrastructure. without public subsidy, the cost of developing raw land will always be cheaper than the cost of redeveloping urban land. Municipalities have legitimate redevelopment and economic development responsibilities,, but diminished intergovernmental aid has eroded the capacity of local government to act. Redevelopment costs are high. Site assembly costs include high land costs and significant relocation, pollution and demolition expenses. Tax increment financing is the most vital of the remaining municipal development tools. In 1990, the Minnesota Legislature enacted a number of changes in tax increment financing law. One of the changes imposes a HACA /LGA penalty on the creation of tax increment districts. In tax increment financing, bonds are sold in order to finance improvements. The debt service is paid with the taxes that are generated on the additional value created as a result of the improvements -- the "increment." The current tax base continues to go to the various taxing jurisdictions and is not "captured." The F.ACA /LGA reductions greatly reduce the amount of increment that can be generated in a tax increment financing district -- for a city that receives HACA /LGA. A rather f law changes is that only perverse effect of the 1990 g Y cities that don't receive LGA -- the wealthy ones -- can certify a tax increment district without penalty. in other words, our state policy favors redevelopment efforts in property rich communities. The sad result is that difficult redevelopment projects -- the ones most likely to benefit the state and all the taxing jurisdictions -- can no longer be undertaken. EXAMPLE One example that sets out clearly the states interest in encouraging redevelopment is D.C. Sales, a wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating and air conditioning units located in Minneapolis. D.C. Sales intends to expand their facility. The expansion would result in four new permanent jobs in a distressed area of Minneapolis where the residents are desperate for employment opportunities. If D.C. Sales is unable to expand at its .current location, it will relocate and the provided, as well as the four new jobs. The 't will lose the 34 jobs currently , city 7 Y P expansion will require the removal of four blighted residential properties -- a cost t he company when raw land is available elsewhere. Even without p y is unwilling assume to ss e the HACA /LGA reductions, tax increment would not be enough to cover the public costs of this project. PROPOSAL The strategy of the legislature over the last few sessions has been to impose penalties on the use of tax increment financing. The Minnesota Solution's proposal puts forth a new "but -for" test in order to target the use of this tool to situations it is clearly in the state's interest -- as well as the other taxing jurisdictions -- to address. The new "but for" test allows a redevelopment district to be exempted from the LGA /HACA offset if the tax capacity has grown for the five years prior to certification at a rate that is less than that of the local school district in which it is located. Similarly, a redevelopment district can be exempted from the pooling and five-year restrictions if the district is located in a project area that meets the criteria of a redevelopment district or is located in a URAP neighborhood. This is a difficult test to meet. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: BONNIE BALACH, MINNESOTA SOLUTIONS (218) 722-0861 Minnesota Solutions Minnesota Associations and Cities United to Strengthen Communities and Support Families i s TAX IN CFtEMEN' FINANCING FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING S.F. 1289 (Berglin) /H.F. 855 (Jefferson) BACKGROUND The provision of affordable housing is a very difficult and costly issue for the public sector. There is little incentive for the private sector to get involved and large amounts of public dollars are required to actually produce the housing and then to "buy" down the payments or rent to an affordable level for prospective owners /tenants. The level of buy -down required varies depending upon what income level the public is attempting to serve. In 1990, the Minnesota Legislature enacted a number of changes in tax increment financing law. One of the changes imposes a HACA /LGA penalty on the creation of housing districts. In tax increment financing, bonds are sold in order to finance improvements. The debt service is paid with the taxes that are generated on the additional value created as a result of the improvements -- the "increment." The current tax base continues to go to the various taxing jurisdictions and is not "captured." The HACA /LGA reductions greatly reduce the amount of increment that can be generated in a tax increment financing district -- for a city that receives HACA /LGA. The HACA /LGA reduction was intended to ensure accountability by the local government certifying the tax increment district. However, there are some features of housing districts that distinguish them from other tax increment districts and make this safeguard unnecessary: 1. Housing is expensive and financial help is needed from a wide variety of sources -- one source can rarely fill the gap. In fact, the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency is often involved. The very fact that so many entities are involved in making a deal work minimize the opportunity for "mischief." 2. One of the reason for the reforms of 1990 is that some legislators felt it was not in the state's interest to subsidize one Minnesota city's efforts to lure a business from another location within the state. Although that kind of competition does exist for job creation, no one can argue that the suburbs, for instance, are clamoring for more affordable housing -- quite the contrary! The incentive to misuse the money simply isn't there. 3. Housing Minnesota residents demands tremendous financial resources and energy. Local gove should be encouraged to help the state provide housing for its residents -- not suffer penalties for their efforts. PROPOSAL Following are some of the major changes S.F. 1289/H.F. 855 makes in current law: 1) Removes the LGA /HACA offset. 2) Exempts housing districts from pooling restrictions provided that pooling is only between and among housing districts. 3) Shortens the durational limits for districts from 25 to 20 years, provided the authority has the option of choosing the date to receive the first full increment. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: BONNIE BALACH, MINNESOTA SOLUTIONS (218) 722 -0861 Minnesota Solutions Minnesota Associations and Cities United to Strengthen Communities and Support Families TAX IN FINANCING FOR MANUFACTURING JOB CREATION S.F. 820 (Pappas) BACKGROUND Minnesota' s goal in j ob creation should be to create more good j obs, not just any jobs. One of the lessons of the 1980's in America is that low - paying, low- benefit marginal jobs don't solve our economic and social problems. It is important to focus on manufacturing jobs for the following reasons: * Manufacturing, on average, pays higher wages than other sectors; * Manufacturing is an "export" business that sells beyond Minnesota's borders and brings new wealth into the state's economy; * Manufacturing has greater spin -off than other sectors; * Manufacturing growth benefits the whole state. Tax Increment financing can be an important tool in spurring growth in the manufacturing sector. However, in 1990, the Minnesota Legislature enacted a number of changes in law that made it difficult to use. One particularly onerous revision attaches a HACA /LGA penalty to the use of tax increment districts. In tax increment financing, bonds are sold in order to finance improvements. The debt service on the bonds is later paid from the taxes that are generated on the additional value created as a result of the improvements -- the "increment." The current tax base continues to go to the various taxing jurisdictions and is not "captured." The F.ACA /LGA penalties reduce a city's LGA /F.ACA by an amount that is roughly equal to one -third of the increments. This can make financing the improvements that may be necessary to encourage a company to expand in our state or to bring new manufacturing facilities to Minnesota impossible. Encouraging cities to promote manufacturing job creation -- rather than penalizing them -- is in the state's interest. One Morrison County project helped take 54 families off of AFDC -- a reduction of almost 14% for that county that more than offset the purported state investment in the project. This project was done prior to the 1990 changes and would not be possible under current law, and allowed the state to retain these jobs. In addition, new jobs created in Greater Minnesota often provide secondary income to farm families, making it possible for those farms to get loans and keep operating. There are many other pre -1990 success stores. PROPOSAL Minnesota Solutions proposes a manufacturing district be authorized up to twelve years in duration that would not be subject to the HACA /LGA penalties when necessary to retain manufacturing jobs likely to flee the state or lure new manufacturing jobs into the state -- the situation it is most in the state's interest to address. Eligible activities are limited to manufacturing job creation -- not tourism or retail projects. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: BONNIE BALACH, MINNESOTA SOLUTIONS (218) 722 -0861 Minnesota Solutions Minnesota Associations and Cities United to Strengthen Communities and Support Families REDEVELOPMENT OF POLLUTED LANDS S.F. 1169 (Mondale) BACKGROUND Throughout the state, polluted lands threaten public health, blight surrounding areas, and prevent efficient use of existing infrastructure. Superfund sites are often rated too low to qualify for state and federal funds and many that require attention are never listed. Because clean -up costs often exceed the fair market value of the land, there is no incentive for the private sector to develop these sites -- particularly when undeveloped, uncontaminated lands ate available outside city limits. without ublic subsidy, lands will remain contaminated, blighting P Y. these la_ surrounding reas, driving property values down and promoting urban sprawl. g g P P Y P A state policy that encourages urban sprawl and penalizes redevelopment is costly. Some of the direct costs include construction of new roads and highway systems, extension of public and private utilities, construction of new schools and other public buildings, and the establishment of new police and fire services and facilities. There are also direct environmental costs -- increased environmental degradation, energy consumption, and automobile emissions. Indirect costs of urban sprawl include abandonment of existing public infrastructure, declining property values and an increased need for social, police and fire services in the developed core. Current state policy discourages redevelopment of polluted lands. There a no state funds available to address this problem. In addition, current law imposes a penalty on a local government trying to use tax increment financing for the redevelopment of polluted lands. Not only does the city forgo their share of the property taxes when a tax increment district is certified, it must also pay the state for a portion of the property taxes that would have gone to the school district. Because of this "double hit," tax increment financing is too costly for cities to use. Cities are not the "responsible parties." Neither do they benefit more than the other taxing jurisdictions or the state from facilitating the remediation and development of polluted lands. Efficient use of existing infrastructure, job creation, spin -off effects and halting declining property values serve the interests of everyone in the state. Therefore, it is wrong to penalize cities for their efforts to ease development of polluted sites in their communities and use of the property tax base to solve part of the problem is appropriate. PROPOSAL Minnesota Solutions proposes the creation of a state fund to cover one -half of the costs of land acquisition, relocation, demolition, public administration and remediation costs related to the redevelopment of polluted lands. In addition, tax increment financing law should be rendered a viable tool for the clean-up and development of contaminated sites by "lifting" the LGA /HACA penalties for properties it is clearly in the state interest to address. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: BONNIE BALACH, MINNESOTA SOLUTIONS (218) 722 -0861 04/13/93 (REVISOR ] MEO /LS 93 -3050 1ntrOduced by Anderson, R., for the Health and I lousing Finance Division, H F. No. 1730 April 15, 1993 Companion S.F. No. Referred to the Cornrnittee on HEALTH AND HUh1AN SL-RVIM. 1 A bill for an act 2 relating to the organization and operation of state 3 government; appropriating stoney for the department oL 4 health, health - related boards, jobs and training, 5 housing finance, veterans affairs, and other purposes 6 with certain conditions; establishing and modifying 7 certain programs; providing penalties; amending 8 Minnesota Statutes 1992, sections 8.15; 168.06, 9 subdivision 2a; 116.76, subdivision 14; 116.78, 10 subdivisions 4 and 7; 116.79, subdivisions 1 and 4; 11 116.80, subdivisions 1 and 2; 116.81, subdivision 1; 12 116.82, subdivision 3; 116.83, subdivisions 1 and 3; 13 116L.03, subdivision 7; 144.122; 144.123, subdivision 14 1; 144.226, subdivision 2; 144.3831, subdivision 2; 15 144.802, subdivision 1; 144.8091, subdivision 1; 16 144.871, subdivisions 2, 6, 7a, 7b, 9, and by adding 17 subdivisions; 144.872, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, and by 18 adding a subdivision; 144.873; 144.874, subdivisions 19 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, and by adding subdivisions; 20 144.876, by adding a subdivision; 144.878, 21 subdivisions 2, 2a, and 5; 144.98, subdivision 5; 22 145.925, by adding a subdivision; 149.04; 157.045; 23 198.34; 214.04, subdivision 1; 214.06, subdivision l; 24 245A.14, by adding a subdivision; 2568.0625, 25 subdivision 14; 268.022, subdivisions 1 and 2; 26 268.361, subdivisions 6 and 7; 268.362; 268.363; 27 268.364, subdivisions 1, 3, and by adding a 28 subdivision; 268.365, subdivision 2; 268.55; 268.91.4, 29 subdivision 1; 268.975, subdivisions 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 30 and by adding subdivisions; 268.976, subdivision 2; 31 268.978, subdivision 1; 268.98; 326.44; 326.75, 32 subdivision 4; 462A.03, subdivision 15; 462A.037, } 33 subdivision 1; 462A.21, by adding subdivisions; and 34 469.011, subdivision 4; proposing coding for new law 35 in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 1150; 144; 145; 1.97; 36 198; 214; 256E; 268; and 462A; proposing coding for 37 new law as Minnesota Statut=es, chapter 144C; repealinq 38 Minnesota Statutes 1992, sections 116.76, subdivision 39 7; 116.79, subdivision 3; 1.16.81, subdivision 2; 40 116.83, subdivision 2; 144.8721; 144.874, subdivision 41 10; 144.878, subdivision 2a; 148D.72; 268.365, 42 subdivision 1; 268.914, subdivision 2; 268.977; and 43 268.978, subdivision 3; Minnesota Rules, parts i' 44 4622.0100; 4622.0300; , 1622.U400; 4622.0600; 4622.0700, 45 subparts 10 and 12; 4622.0900; 4622.1000; 4622.1050; 46 4622.1100; 4622.1150; and 4622.1200. 1 04/13/93 (REVISOR ) MAO /LS 1 visuall-es, section 462.201, and used for 2 commi- rposes provided in that section. 3 legir 4 fun %this appropriation, .$4,000,000 is 5 co -Ir family homeless prevention and assistance program, targeting two 6 percent of the appropriation for regional housing networks and 16.25 •8 percent of the appropriation Lo be 9 transferred to the commissioner of jobs for transitional housing 10 and training 9 11 operational expenses. 12 Of this appropriation, $2,700,000 is 13 for housing for the mentally ill. Of 14 this amount, $100,000 shall be targeted 15 for crisis housing assistance and 16 $200,000 shall be transferred to the 17 department of human services for social 18 support services for residents of 1 9 hi h -rise communities. 20 Of this appropriation, $100,000 is for 21 a grant to the Northwest Hennepin Human 22 Services Council for a human services 23 enterprise zone demonstration project 24 for coordinated delivery of social 25 services. The pilot project must 26 design a program to: 27 (1) establish a zone by setting service 28 delivery boundaries; 29 (2) assess barriers to coordinated 30 delivery of housing assistance, health 31 services, family services, and related 32 human service assistance; 33 (3) develop methods to simplify service 34 delivery and encourage collaboration 35 among service providers; 36 (4) develop cooperative service 37 agreements between agencies and units 38 of government, including municipal, 39 county, state, and federal government 40 units and agencies, school districts, 41 post - secondary education institutions, 42 and other service providers including 43 representatives of organized labor; 44 (5) seek waivers of regulations t =hat 45 are barriers to cooperation; and 46 (6) evaluate the human service 47 enterprise zone to determine how it may 48 be adapted to serve as a model for the 49 delivery of human services. 50 By February 1, 1994, the grantee shall 51 re are an interim report for the P P 52 agency with'findings and 53 recommendations on program design. The 54 agency shall report to the legislature 55 by December 1, 1995, on the 56 implementation of the demonstration 57 p to develop a model human 58 services enterprise zone. S9 The appropriation for the co;ununity 60 rhab ilitation n fund grants shall be Article 2 Section 5 66 S enate Counsel & Research Senate G -17 STATE CAPITOL State of Minnesota ST PAUL. MN r515s (612) 296 -4791 FAX (612) 296.7747 .JO ANNE ZOFF SELLNER DIRECTOR COUNSEL TO: Members of the Transportation and PETER S. WATTSON Public Transit Committee JOHN C FULLER DANIEL P MCGOWAN KATHLEEN £ PONTIUS FROM: Martha N. O'Toole, Senate Counsel (296 -4395) ,v ' ALLISON WOLF V JOSEPHF - WIERSCHEM GEORGE M MCCORMICK DATE April 6, 1993 HANS I. E. BJORNSON MARTHA N OTOOLE KATHERINE T CAVANOR RE: Summary of Division Report to S.F. No. 1251 EILEEN M HANLON MELISSA JOHNSON JOAN E. WHITE LEGISLATIVE Sections 1 to 8 make appropriations from the general fund or other ANALYSTS named funds to the department of transportation, regional transit board, WILLIAM RIEMERMAN transportation regulation board, the department of public safety, the DAVID GIEL MARK L. FERMANICH Min11e$Qta '�f ety CQjjnCjl to general contingent accounts, and for tort claims RANDALS HOVE GREGORY C KNOPFF PATRICK J. MCCORMACK Section 9 requires the commissioner of transportation to certify to the CATHERINE J. MCMAMON JACK PAUISON state board of investment portions of the highway user tax distribution fund not CHRIS L TURNER required for immediate use AMY M VENNEWITZ MAJA WEIDMANN Section 10 authorizes the state board to invest money in the highway user tax distribution fund, with interest and profits credited to the highway user tax distnbution fund. Section 11 authorizes use of revenues from the motor fuel tax increase (Section 22) for trunk highway projects that include supplements to public transit and are designed to meet other listed purposes. Examples listed include park - and -ride facilities, parking garages, and HOV lanes. Section 12 authorizes the office of electronic communication in the department of transportation to perform work for other state agencies and be reimbursed for the services. .Section 13 authorizes courts to invalidate a driver's license or permit and repeals the requirement that the license be returned to the department of public safety. Section 14 authorizes peace officers, when someone has refused or has failed an alcohol concentration test, to either take the driver's license and issue a 7-day temporary permit or invalidate the driver's license. Section 15 requires that old drivers' licenses be invalidated rather than surrendered to the department of public safety. Section 16 increases fees for driver's licenses and identification cards by 51. Section 17 repeals the requirement that persons applying for a duplicate license must surrender the old one. Section 18 repeals language making it illegal to fail or refuse to surrender a driver's license or identification card for which the holder has been disqualified. Section 19 authorizes the commissioner of transportation to enter into agreements with other public or private entities to promote efficiencies in governmental services or innovations in transportation and authorizes the co to accept and spend funds received under any such agreement. Commissioner must report receipts to the legislature and to the governor if payments exceed $100,000. Section 20 provides that the legislature appropriates the transit assistance fund, which receives MVET revenues, and repeals the 80 percent metro -20 percent rural statutory distribution. Section 21 repeals the tax exemption for sales of compressed natural gas or propane used in vehicles that have a alternate fuel permit. Section 22 increase the gasoline tax to 25 cents from June 1, 1993 to September 30, 1994. After September 30, 1994, the rate is determined annually under section 23. Section 23 requires an annual motor fuel tax rate adjustment, effective October 1, 1994, and annually thereafter. If the percentage of MVET transferred to the transit assistance fund is reduced or eliminated, the increase in the tax effective June 1, 1993, is correspondingly adjusted. After that adjustment, if any, is made, the tax rate is indexed according to a formula based on the consumer price index and the amount of fuel sold. Section 24 repeals the exemption from special fuel taxation for natural gas or propane in vehicles displaying a alternate fuel permit. 2 sales. Section 25 imposes a state excise tax of seven percent on motor vehicle Section 26 transfers 27 percent of MVET proceeds to the transit assistance fund for appropriation to the commissioner and the regional transit board. Section 27 repeals statutes requiring driver's license surrender and authorizing special fuel permits for natural gas and propane. Section 28 makes the motor fuel tax increase effective June 1, 1993 and the driver's license fee increase effective January 1, 1994. N4NO:la 3 NEW REVENUES FROM GAS TAX 03/29/93 Senate Transportation and Public Transit Finance Division This chart assumes that the gas tax is increased by 5 cents effective June 1, 1993 and indexed in 1994 and annually thereafter. All figures are in thousands (000's). NEW REVENUES FROM GAS TAX DEP'T /PROGRAM/ACTIVITY FUND FY 94 FY95 FY94 -95 TRANSPORTATION Local Roads County State Aid CSAH $35,200 $39,100 $74,300 Municipal State Aid MSAS $10,200 $11,400 $21,600 Subtotal Both $45,400 $50,500 $95,900 State Road Construction State Road Construction THI $59,300 $65,900 $125,200 Subtotal THI $59,300 $65,900 $125,200 Highway Program Delivery Design Engineering THI $2,800 $3,500 $6,300 Construction Engineering THI $3,900 $4,600 $8,500 Subtotal THI $6,700 $8,100 $14,800 PUBLIC SAFETY State Patrol Patrolling Highways THI $3,000 $2,700 $5,700 Subtotal THI $3,000 $2,700 $5,700 TOTAL EXPENDITURES CSAH $35,200 $39,100 $74,300 MSAS $10,200 $11,400 - $21,600 THI $69,000 $76,700 $145,700 ALL $114,400 $127,200 $241,600 Prepared by Peggy A. Willens Senate Finance Committee r TRANSIT FUNDING FY94 -95 03/29/93 Senate Transportation and Public Transit Finance Division All figures are in thousands (000's). GOVERNOR MVET REVENUES RECOMMENDATION DISTRIBUTION General Fund Transit Assistance Fund FY94 -95 FY94- 95 MN /DOT Grants $24,788 $31,625 Administration $790 $915 Total $25,578 $32,540 RTB $71,260 $100,260 Both Agencies $96,838 $132,800 DERIVATION OF MVET REVENUES FOR TRANSIT FY94 FY95 FY94 -5 MVET Forecast @ 6.5% $316,200 $322,900 $639,100 Revenue from new 1/2% $24,300 $24,800 $49,100 -- --- -- - - -- Total MVET Revenue $340,500 $347,700 $688,200 State Share @5% $243,200 $248,400 $491,600 x 27 Percent for Transfer to Transit Assistance Fund $65,700 $67,100 $132,800 DISTRIBUTION Metro Area (RTB) $49,600 $50,660 $100,260 Greater MN (Mn /DOT) $16,100 $16,440 $32,540 Total Transfer for Transit $65,700 $67,100 $132,800 Prepared by Peggy A. Willens Senate Finance Committee Metropolitan Council Districts Plan Draft AL �WI, OA 0— W'. 9 �. a.,.�.., 14— Lh. ft7. D 0. 9 a r x + 0.— 3 13 Q.-e.. - ww. w. e.7. cub T- °� ...., 15 .. L R oc. W— M. 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F. 622, first engrossment S.F. 695 SUBJECT: Metropolitan Agricultural Preserves AUTHORS: Orfield, Cooper, C.Brown, Ozment, Greiling COMMITTEE: House Floor ANALYST: Deborah A. Dyson, 296 -8291 ELATE: April 5, 1993 Section 1 Limitation on Certain Public Projects. Deems public storm water systems, public water systems, public roads, and oilier public improvements built after the effective date of this bill on or adjacent to agricultural preserves to provide no benefit to the land and buildings in the agricultural preserve, except for storm sewer and public road systems on or adjacent to agricultural preserve land established after December 1, 1993 in which seventy -five percent or more of the peruneter abuts the urban service area. 2 Protection for Normal Farm Practices, Prohibits local governments and counties from enforcing ordinances or regulations within an agricultural preserve which would unreasonably restrict or regulate normal farm structures or practices. Modifies the exception to this prohibition to require the excepted regulations or restrictions to bear directly on an immediate and substantial threat to public health and safety. 3 Application. The act applies in the seven- county metropolitan area. Research Department Minnesota House of Representatives 600 State Office Building Bill Summary N. F. 623, the first engrossment S. F. 474 SUBJECT: Transportation AUTHORS: Orfield, Carruthers, Kalis, Lieder, 0sthoff COMMITTEE: House Floor ANALYST: Deborah A. Dyson (296 -8291) DATE: April 2, 1993 Section 1 Revision of the State Transportation Plan. Requires the revision of the state transportation plan to establish objectives, policies, and strategies to help stabilize and enhance the social and economic health of the central cities, the fully developed area and the metropolitan area as a whole. 2 Restriction on Use of Federal Block Grant Transit Funds. Prohibits federal section 9 funds (transit grant funds) from being used for highway projects unless the highway project is ancillary to transit projects. 3 Metropolitan Council's Transportation Policy Plan. Requires the nontransit portion of the council's transportation policy plan to include procedures for determining whether the need to be met by any proposed highway project involving increasing capacity could be met at less cost, with less traffic congestion and less environments.]. impact by transit improvements and to include provisions for considering the impact of highways, in conjunction with housing and land use, on social and economic isolation of low - income populations from the economic opportunities in the developing area. 4 Metropolitan Council Approval of Arterial or Collector Floute Projects. Requires the department of transportation or a local government unit in the metropolitan area proposing acquisition of land for or construction of ay.urial or collector routes in the metropolitan area to submit the plans to the council for approval before acquiring land or beginning construction. Under current law, the council has authority to approve plans for controlled access highways. 5 Approval Restrictions (Comprehensive Choice Housing), prohibits the council from approving a proposed highway project that will provide new or increased capacity to a sector of the metropolitan area unless the council finds that at least fifty percent of the Research Department Minnosota House of Representatives 600 State Office Building H. F. 623, the first engossment April 2, 1993 Page 2 Section cities and towns in the urban service area or freestanding growth centers in the corridor are certified by the council as meeting the council's comprehensive choice housing requirements. Prohibits the council from approving increased highway access for a city unless the city is certified as complying with the comprehensive choice housing requirements. provides for the council to designate what "sector" means on a case -by- case basis. b Transit Policy; Goals. Adds to the regional transit goals stabilizing and enhancing the social and economic health of the metropolitan area by assuring comprehensive transit services, including connecting the central cities to areas with employment opportunities and services. 7 Application. This article applies ill the seven - county metropolitan area. Researc l Department V. nnesota House of Representatives 600 State vtffc Eui!ding Bill Summary H. F. 67I the second n m e gross ent S.F. SUBJECT: Comprehensive Choice Housing AUTHORS: Orfield, Rest, Garcia, Clark COMMITTEE: Tax (referred from Local Government and Metropolitan Affairs) ANALYST: Kathy Novak, 296 -9253 DATE: April 1, 1993 OVERVIEW This bill requires the metropolitan council to make rules to allocate comprehensive choice housing to cities and towns, and to describe actions that meet the housing objectives. The council must certify, to the department of revenue, which cities meet the objectives. Certification is based on reducing housing barriers, using available opportunities and maintaining housing affordability. Only certified cities are eligible for aid payments from the local government trust fund and for increased sewer access. Increased sewer capacity is limited to sectors where 75 percent of the cities are certified. Section 1 Aid penalties for noncompliance with comprehensive choice housing allotment. Limits payments from the local government trust fund to certified cities and towns in the metropolitan urban service area, and certified freestanding growth centers. Cities are certified if they comply with the comprehensive choice housing objectives to reduce low income housing barriers, use available opportunities, and maintain housing affordability. The local government trust fund includes homestead and agricultural credits. Withheld aid pay ments are redistributed to ceitihed cities and towns in the metropolitan area.. 2 Affordable Housing. Establishes a rulemaking process for allocating housing, monitoring city performance and accessing penalties. Subdivision 1. Policy; goals. Describes the goals of comprehensive choice housing to include providing housing choice, removing barriers, creating incentives, reducing congestion, allowing individuals to live close to where they work and where jobs are being created, and allowing individuals to remain in their community as their life situations change. Research Department Minnesota Mouse of Representatives 600 State Office Building tj12 424 11 rf H. F. 671, the second engrossment April 1, 1993 Page 2 Section Subd. Definitions. . Def Ines "affordable housing," ry k comprehensa choice 0 housing," "comprehensive choice housing allotment," "median income ", and "substantial compliance." Subd. 3. Comprehensive choice housing allotment rules. Requires the council to adopt rules for establishing comprehensive choice housing allotments, before July 1, 1994. The council must contract with the office of administrative hearings to hold public hearings with 30 days prior notice. The rules must analyze the metropolitan area's need for housing, and allocate housing to cities on a fair -share basis. The allocation must be by a formula which includes the distribution of housing by value, household income distribution, job base, development and redevelopment potential, and current and past efforts. The rules must describe actions a city may take to meet its requirements to provide housing opportunities, establish review criteria, establish annual review procedures and guidelines, and establish procedures for the council to facilitate, coordinate, and cause, within available resources, the development of comprehensive choice housing. Subd. 4. Periodic review of comprehensive choice housing allotment rules. Requires the council to review the comprehensive choice housing rules at least every five years and present any proposed changes to the legislature. Subd. 5. Comprehensive choice housing counseling. Permits the council p g g o cil to provide, or contract for, counseling services to promote housing choice in the metropolitan area by providing services to persons living in areas of concentrated poverty. Subd. 6. Review and certification. Requires the council to begin its annual review and certification of cities' efforts to meet the objectives of removing barriers, using available opportunities, and maintaining affordability in February 1, 1995, and annually certify cities beginning in January 1, 1996. 'rbe council must notify uncertified cities, describe what they need to do to be in compliance, and list the penalties for not complying. The council must establish appeal procedures. Subd. 7. Council penalties for noncompliance with the comprehensive choice housing allotment. Prohibits the council from approving extensions to the urban service area boundaries in sectors where there is substantial noncompliance with comprehensive choice housing objectives. (Substantial compliance is defined in subdivision 2 as 75 percent or more certified cities.) The council cannot approve increased access for any city that is not certified. The council must define sector on a case-by-case basis. Th Y ese penalties are in addition to withholding id payments. g men P Y 3 and 4 Application and effective date. The act applies in the seven - county metropolitan area, effective, the day following final enactment. Research Department Minnesota House of Representatives 600 State Office Building Bill Summary H. F. 677 S.F. SUBJECT: Urban Enterprise Zones AUTHORS: Orfield, Carlson, Carruthers, and Farrell COMMITTEE: Taxes ANALYST: Joel Michael (296 -5057) DATE: April l 1993 OVERVIEW This bill directs the metropolitan council to establish an urban enterprise zone program to encourage investment in and hiring of residents of economically distressed areas. Two talc incentives are provided to businesses operating in designated zones. (1) Improvements to property constructed after the designation of the area as a zone are exempt from p property taxes. (2) A corporate income tax credit is roved ed to P companies who hire residents of the zone. In addition, the bill restricts the use of tax increment financing in the metropolitan area by eliminating the use of economic development districts and by requiring redevelopment districts and renewal and renovation districts to be located in larger project areas that meet income and blight tests. Cities with per capita property tax bases below 105 percent of the metropolitan - average are not subject to the restrictions on redevelopment and renewal districts. Spending on low income rental housing is exempted from the pooling restrictions and' S year rule. Section 1 Enterprise zone property tax exemption. Exempts improvements to commercial and industrial properties in enterprise zones from property taxation. 'Mis exemption applies only to improvements made after the area is designated as an enterpriso zone. 2 "Valuation of enterprise zone property. Directs assessors to separately determine and state the value of improvements to commercial and industrial properties made after designation of an area as an enterprise rise zo rp ne. 3 Jobs credit. Allows a credit against corporate income tax for hiring additional employees in an enterprise zone. The credit equals 25 percent of the wages of Qualifying employees. Only the fast $50,000 of wages paid to an employee qualify. To qualify, an employee must (1) increase the taxpayer's number of employees in the Research Department Minnesota House of Representatives 600 State Office Building _�. , �.. .... ,..�.... .,. ,u � - r �1 uu u•7Jyr :L.'.,.\ J Ll \ iILJ - " Gl� � .'. ♦ t 1 - v: H. F. 677 April 1, 1993 Page 2 Se f enterprise zone and (2) be a resident of the zone or a member of a tar eted g group under the federal targeted jobs credit. The credit is allowed only to the extent of regular corporate tax or corporate alternative minimum tax. A three carryover of excess credits is allowed. 4 Special TIF rules for metropolitan area. Prohibits cities in the seven county metropolitan area that are not in compliance with the life cycle housing allotment from using tax increment financing O'IF). Use of economic development districts in the metropolitan area is prohibited. Redevelopment and renewal and renovation TIF districts in the seven county metropolitan area must be located in project areas of 50 acres or more that meet blight and distress criteria: >Thc median income for the area must be 80 percent or less of the median income for the metropolitan area.. *At least 35 percent of the area must be occupied by buildings or other improvements. wOne of thm criteria of physical distress must be met: (1) 20 percent or more of the buildings in the area are substandard; (2) 20 percent or more of the buildings are vacant or abandoned; or (3) the market value of the property of the area for property tax purposes declined by 20 percent or more over the previous ten year period. These restrictions on the use of redevelopment and renewal and renovation districts do not apply to cities whose per capita tax capacity is 105 percent or Iess of the per capita tax capacity of the metropolitan area. 5 Housing projects; pooling exemption& Allows increment revenues from post -1990 districts to be spent on low income housing projects located outside of the TIF district without regard to the pooling restrictions or the requirement that spending activities be completed within five years. These exemptions apply only to projects for low income rental housing, not owner occupied housing. 6 Enterprise zone program. Directs the metropolitan council to establish an urban enterprise zone program to encourage investment in and hiring of residents of economically depressed areas. Researc7 Department Minnosota House of Representatives 600 State Office Building April 1. 1993 Page 3 Section The council is to establish criteria for designating areas as enterprise zones. In developing the selection criteria, the bill directs the council to consider the following characteristics of the arcs as compared., with the rest of the metropolitan area: (1) number of public assistance recipients; (2) declining property values; (3) abandoned or vacant commercial or industrial facilities; (4) W=Vloyment rates; (5) declining or low personal income of residents. Zones would be between 100 and 400 acres in size. They would be designated for a Period of ten years. The council could extend the designation for another 10 years. The bill limits the number of zones that could be designated by a blank number. Two tax incentives will be provided in the zones: (1) exemption of commercial and industrial improvements from property taxation and (2) an income tax for corporations that increase their employment by hiring zone residents. 7 Application. States the bill applies in the seven county metropolitan area. 8 Effective date. Provides the property tax provisions are effective for taxes payable in 1995. The tax increment financing provisions are effective August 1, 1993. The income tax credit is effective for tax year 1994. The enterprise zone designation provisions go into effect immediately. Research Department Minnesota House cf Representatives 600 State Office Building iEMORANDUM l �� ,larch 29, 1993 TO: Senator Ted Mondale FROM: Jim, Robins RE% S.F. 1026 mapping The map you requested is complete. You should be aware of a few odd circumstances related to the qualifying provisions of the bill. First, North Oaks is a fiscal disparities winnings contributor and is eligible to receive core redevelopment assistance. Second, there are four Senate districts that have both winners and losers: SD 57 (Price); SD 55 (Chandler); SD 53 ( Runbeck) and SD 45 (Robertson). It also should be noted that some Senate districts are entirely grant eligible while others have only a small community that qualifies. For instance, Mound allows SD 34 (Olson) to qualify. The most extreme example comes on the fiscal disparities side of the equation where SD 42 (Terwilliger) has the very small Hennepin County portion of Chanhassen (which is entirely industrial, population 0), yet causes the entire district to qualify as a contributor. Fiscal Disparities Contributing Districts: 33- McGowan; 36- Knutson; 38- Weiner; 42- Terwilliger; 43- Oliver; 45- Robertson; 5 Run beck; 55- Chandler; 56- Laidig; and 57- Price. Grant Eligible Districts: 34- Olson; 35- Johnston; 39- Metzen; 44- Mondale; 45- Robertson; 46- Reichgott; 47- Luther; 48- Betzold; 52- Novak; 53 -Ru_ nbeck: 54- Marty; 55- Chandler; 57- Price; 58- Kroening; 59- Pogemiller; 60- Spear; 61- Berglin; 62- Flynn; 63- Ranum; 64- Cohen; 65- Pappas; 66- Anderson; and 67- Kelly. Contributing cities: North Oaks, Maple Grove, Apple Valley, Shorewood, Deephaven, Chanhassen, Victoria, Medicine Lake, Woodland, Shoreview, Woodbury, White Bear Lake, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs. Grant Eligible cities: Anoka, Columbia Heights, Fridley._ South St. Paul West St. Paul Maplewood, Gem Lake New Brighton, North St Paul, North Oaks, Mounds View, Roseville, Falcon Heights, St Paul, Shakopee, St Paul Park, Cottage Grove, Brooklyn Center, Hopkins, St. Louis Park, Mound, Osseo,_ Richfield, New Hope, Minneapolis and Golden Valley.-_ l Cities that qualify for grants in the property value growth category but lack child poverty information are: Hilltop, Victoria, Lauderdale and Spring Park. If further information becomes available, they might qualify for grants._ Cities Meeting Criteria Established in S.F. 1026 Difference Between 1939 1979% 1989% 1993 Fiscal Disparitie Median Children in Children in City Ccntrib & Distributicr Income Po verty Poverty Apple Valley 2,201,476 53,946 2.9 5.0 Birchwood Village 87,918 70,093 NA 0.0 Chanhassen 340,684 56,137 0.0 1.3 Deephaven 32,825 64,205 12.7 0.0 Mahtomedi 532,293 51,737 0.0 0.4 Maple Grove 1,216,730 54,626 2.5 2.9 Medicine Lake 21,714 52,281 0.0 0.0 North Oaks 71,884 123,552 0.0 9.0 Pine Springs 25,506 77,061 NA 4.3 Shoreview 798,972 52,702 3.0 4.5 Shorewood 168,395 65,706 0.0 0.0 Victoria 11 52,858 NA 2.2 Woodbury 281,582 55,061 2.7 1.8 Woodland 8,241 90,333 NA 0.0 Total 5,898,947 7 -Co. Avg. 36,678 13.4 40% > AVERAGE 51,349 100% > AVERAGE 73,356 _ . ',prl1 n 993 Re: SF 665- Pogemiller's Dill to cut the Metropolitan Council Levy by 50,. Please find following this memo, information on the bill, current status, along with an impact chart prepared by the Metro Council on the effect of the cut. The council would 'nave to recucec lu Etaff h% about 80 cersons, with -nose proms amS not _ ° run by federal dollars, the first tc be This :could mean that if Orfie_d's cu5_Y:g mil_ should sass and Pogemiller's bill would Uass, t: ^_e Counci _ would have not resources to implement Orfield. Also, a number of other programs I mandated by the legislature, in the past and now before the legislature would either come to halt or nothing ne ".7 would be done. The status is the House is that An: Rest, the Chief Author of t ^_e companion has not _.on a"n %r .h_r7 , no ^ea_ inJs noth_- Since Senator Flynn has a oi11 to 1�eal : it, a study of M etrouolitan Council operati - Poi, , emil llerls bill is premature and not well thought out. I agree that their should be a Metropolitan Housing Fund, but it should be administered by the Metro Council and with consideration of the Metropolitan Housing Guide and the Land Planning Act. Pogemiller's bill is coming before Dou7 Johnson's committe, tentatively scheduled for Tuesday - April 20th -4PM If you have any questions, please advise. 0 0 0 HousinE; Finance Agency -- Noti-o (.ommi,irii.ty Stabilization ProEram .'Ic - - Introduced by Pogemil ler x(Mpls Committee on Jobs, Energy & Com; ty Development emends Minnesota Statutes 1992, Sections 462A. 21, by adding a subdivi- sion; and X73. 2�'D , Subd . 1 , and adds a subdivisiorn, relating to pro - grams of the Hour _::g Finance Agency. Creates a metr000ltitan area noising fund ac co::rt in the housing; development .fund, and authori2 °s "he ousins; L' j_n 'ce Agency t.o 111'ctl:(' loans and grants to ci files, a s de- fined to inclucr, cc inty HRAS and other city authorities, for purposes oC ccnstruction, 1,CQuis tion, r'ehabilitntion, demolition, or `'�nancing ;ingle � nd housinfT, including revolving loan .funds and ;rants and loans to eligible Sets eligibility limits . Al- locates half of the Metropolitan Council's tax levy to the account, C ouncil ed C Net ouncil Cuts 'tppro V he A bill mins: rri:1 L >ed b�' the1cuoc,�'��r ouncil for r: innesota Housing �,eneral purpo�cs �� u._ . �= finance Agency [he c onsideration Subcommittee L;I [tic Taxes anti i a: <� . %eds. Apr. 14, on Property Taxes at evening ineelli-10. Under the bill, the a ency may use the money for grants or Metro olitan .'`,rca cities and other loans to P o rogram Specified CI1ticleS rh ?C " llouslnb p o <uthority. The funds Lo be used for rmviding funding for :Ingle- family an ;Haiti- family housing, f��r 1 Income people. �� ,' ,1I1.:'L'.:'.� cu frol" C11C The px : Metro cou ACII I-) c�:_::��ltcLi <<,_ r• r llll can, or 25 percent of the �unci,'s bud�,eT• POt�enllller isikln`l;t` ul�l he better s L C(1t C L it ��h�111er m� vI�CCOpOIIC to COLln`.` tUIICti()I1S SL1C lls hOU51i1L' �Iannl[lg o: ;'i'C CT1V Can 11OLISIng to reviTali�e bIi«hted ne;��nr- ornL)ods. The euT would in The L'IeTropolitar.'�ouncll s buda g et Po,emjller said. C', ma`c�r rcorganl_atjon and job loss at Th - Ci r�I1La MetrocoliEan p: CL1C `•`.'�)LIIL� CeSCliled Cn:'•T Inc � = rC�LIIt In Chi tlousing ,111d hll[11aI1 ln`. CSCmCnC ;tanning b�' tl1C CoLl11CI as Well as ,educln� L r eliminating other functions Cr '1 It tC ;ne `te - being of the \Aetropol men. Teel `Ion�ia.� (�� L-jT. Louis Park), l ,, .�_ c ljvides The offered an amens T fll(1dlI1g Source ioi "e'nous,nc7 pro br�lm hcTween the �'lctr Ccoun' -1, llad [he \L'letrc) \'IosLlujto C�)ntroi L,istric:. The committee defeated 1h aInCl"!inen:. The subcomm T c, chaired by Sen. Carol Flinn (DFL `'tills)} Ilp Tac<es and Tm- L- s and referred jt to t .1e CoI11mICTee. Eight Tax II1L: cine(lt Financing (TIF) bill were approve'l and referred to the Taxes and T ax L iws Co11u11iuee. S.F. 711. sponsored by Sen. James iMet_en (DFL- S olIt 11 St. Paul). CN[Ci1dS the duration of a TIF district Ill in, Grove Heigh for t wo more ve,1rs. It Also allo%vi the cit} . to sell $4 million In bonds fur bridge work and infrastructure improvements. The commit tee ap ro an , amendment to S.F. 71 1 offereS by `cn. \ 1ljr3m Belanger (1R Bloomington). The amendment similarly extends the TIF district for the city of Chanhassen anti authori_es bonding REMAINING RESPONSIBILITIES • Planning and Oversight of Metropolitan Systems: Transportation • Adopt a revised Transportation Plan and a Transportation Improvement Program that meets ISTEA requirements governing the allocation of federal transportation monies to the metropolitan area. • Revise the Air Quality Control Plan in accordance with ISTEA requirements. • Involved in planning and developing regional consensus for workable solutions in major transportation corridors such as I -35W, I-494 and T.H. 610. • Review and comment on local comprehensive plans for their effects and consistency with the Council long-range transportation plan. • Develop an alternative analysis to be used in the selection of a preferred transit alternative in the central corridor. Provide loans to local governments for right -of -way acquisition. Review RTB financial and implementation plans to ensure consistency with Council's regional systems plan. ,airports Complete planning process for major airport with Council emphasis on the MSP reuse study. Protection of land for North -South runway at Minneapolis/St. Paul. • Conduct planning for use, need and expansion of intermediate and minor airports. Work with MAC in continuing efforts at noise abatement and implementation of land use compatibility guidelines. Re iew and comment on local comprehensive plans for adverse effects in the planning and operation of t;:e region's airports. Rc �,L-%C capital improvement program to ensure consistency with Councils regional systems plan. Sanitary Sewers • Sc% er policy and system planning which provides guidance to the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission (MWCC) as to where service should be provided and on what schedule. • Review and comment on local comprehensive plans for their consistency with the Sewer Plan and available capacity. Assist watershed organizations in preparing plans and implementing management practices to meet the U.S. EPA goal of 40 percent reduction in non -point pollution. Re%iew MWCC financial and implementation plans to ensure consistency with Council's regional systems plan. ?, dig Ct;ainue researching the feasibility of developing plans and implementaron strategies for a regional trunked radio system. ;1 M • Administration or the Metropolitan Land Planning Act (MPLA): Review of only major amendments of local government compreh J8 plans for consistency with the Metropolitan: Development and Investment Fra*k' (MDIF) and the metropolitan systems plans (transportation, sewers, parks and airports) to bring about the orderly develop -.: nt of the rcgion. Limited implementation of revised MDIF to control growth. Monitor and communicate development patterns occurring in the region and their impact on local governments ant t:.c other regional agencies as tftey do their planning. Limited research capability to include processing of census information and prepac.ttion of population, household and es:plovment forecasts and estimates: Process and distribute decennial census information to inform the Council, other policy makers and citizens `cut im::-�:tatnt trends in housing, population and transportation trends in the region. Prepare forecasts of population, households and employment for use in planning the major regional systems like transportation and sewers. Prepare annual estimate of population and housing for use in the State Local Aids distribution formula and inform =olicy makers about important development trends. Operation of Metropolitan Mousing and Redevelopment Authority: Provide federal Section 8 rental assistance to approximately 4,500 lo«- ;-:come households annually. Through this - ic;. - income families rent units on the private market in locations of their choice and pay 30 percent of their income for rent. The balance of their rent payme-:i s paid through the Section 8 program. The average annual income of households participating in Metro HRA's Section S program is S5,178. Seventy -five percent o< _sssted 'households are families with children and 93 percent of all assisted households are female headed. Provide administrative support to the Anoka, Hennepin and Ramsey County consortium that was formed to seek funding and coordinate implementation of a state funded rental assistance program for persons with mental illness. The program reached 150 households, an increase of ?f percent over the number of households planned to receive assistance. • Provide state rehabilitation grants and loans to approximately 10 homeowners annually in suburban Ramsey Couni and assists the city of Brooklyn Center in providing rehabilitation grants and loans to 14 homeowners annually. IMPACT OF POGEMILLER BILL (reduction of Tax Levy by $4,460,000) Property Tax Service Action Impact Impact Lost Opportunities Eliminate Health and There would be no Housing Plan for the region to guide Human Services There would be no housing or human investment distribution of housing and financial assistance and help cities to Division and $1,332,000 planning at the Council. do their planning. There would be no regional housing and public Department Director services data base to help manage the almost $3 billion annual State investment in human services in the region. No agency focusing on integrating services. No agency working on improved regional distribution of schools and libraries Council would not support the Administration or cash No integration of planning between the public and private /non- Eliminate Aging 5220,000 flow for aging programs. The Division would have to profit sectors. Loss of planning and technical assistance to local Division find another organization to provide match and financial service providers. Approximately 40,000 seniors would be affected support. by a diminished or less efficient Aging program. Program and facilities would be delivered by a fragmented, county- Eliminate Solid Waste The Council would have no role in Solid Waste. by -county system, possibly leading to duplicative services and Division Administrative support costs would be reduced. excessive costs. Program and facilities would be delivered by a fragmented, county- Eliminate Parks Parks planning and grants administration would no by -county system. Administrative costs of the regional system functions $204,000 longer exist. would be shifted to the state; some unique natural resources landscapes would not be protected. Council would not purchase capital equipment using Limits ability to remain current in data processing technology. Eliminate Debt levy 5115,000 debt. Reduced ability to implement Geographic Information System (GIS) which integrates various data bases for planning and research. it Property Tax S Action Impact I Lost Opportunities 0 i Lack of water supply management planning will result in the water Reduce Natural Water supply planning and non -point pollution control supply systems using the N-lississippi River being particular!" Kesources Division 5670,000 acticires would be extremely limited or terminated. vulnerable to such events as shortages due !o drought, toxic spills, etc. I' i; The burden for trier clean -up would shift entirely to the sanitary sewer system, leading to much higher sewage treatment costs and very expensive capital improvements; the level of regional debt could increase significantly; costs of addressing non -point pollution in the metropolitan area would shift to the state; if water quality standards were not met, development moratoria may be imposed. Decrease in local planning assistance at a time when demand is Reduce Comprehensive Still rerform comprehensive planning review but on a increasing. Reduced ability to control growth and limit spra-.vl. Planning 5381,000 more limited scale. Enforceme, t or regulation role Reduced capability to handle major regional land use or facility would be reduced. issues such as major shopping centers, recreational centers and transportation hubs. Reduce Research by Still provide basic forecasting function with appropriate Reduced capability to respond to over 4,000 requests per month elimination of economic data collection and research to produce forecasts of for data and information. Lose opportunity to provide regional research function and 5541,000 population, households, and employment. information to businesses considering locating in the metro area, New Ventures Program chambers of commerce, local governments and private citizens. and reduction of Data There would be limited economic data available on a Center regional basis. The Council could not assist local Limited ability to respond to economic review issues such as governments nor grant monies for service delivery and economic impact of the new dowmto%vn arena. cost saving improvements. Lose long -term savings from helping local governments to operate more efficiently and effectively. Reduce administrative and benefits cost and The Council would be unable to support the implementation of Finance and 5997,000 Reduced to reflect less staff and smaller budget. the proposed Minnesota Information Network, Inc. which would Information Systems provide equal electronic access to State, Regional, County, Local support and other public information needed by citizens and private businesses. S4,460,000.00 CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date ADtil 26, 1993 Agenda Item Number // ' REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: REPORT ON TOWN MEETINGS - CRIME & SAFETY ******************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** DEPT. APPROVAL: Trevor A. Hampton, Chief o olice - MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMIVIENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached ******************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached yes) Please review the attached report on Town Meetings - Crime & Safety held on February 18, 1993 and February 27, 1993. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION • Brooklyn Center Police Department Report on Town Meetings = Crime &Safety Apri126, 1993 Brooklyn Center Police Department Report on Town Meetings Crime & Safety Table of Contents Town Meeting Results Report to Chief Trevor Hampton from Lucy Gerold Action Plans Inadequate Lighting in the City Town Meeting Data - February 18, 1993 Town Meeting Data - February 27, 1993 Town Meeting Results 6 0,LYN CF, BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE POLICE DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM TO: The City Manager and City Council FROM: Chief of Police DATE: April 21, 1993 SUBJECT: Town Meeting Results Our first town meeting on crime and safety was held on February 18, 1993, at the Brooklyn Center High School. The participants were divided into ten small groups. Each group was asked to compile a list of situations when "they didn't feel safe." They were also asked to list "what they saw being done to impact crime and safety." Each group then presented its list to an assembly of all participants. Each participant was asked to fill out individual lists which were also collected and analyzed. At the top of the list of when citizens didn't feel safe was while out at night, both while driving or walking. Also of significant mention was fear while in our shopping areas, particularly at Brookdale. Second to the top of the list was our residents' fear when they were near groups or "gangs" of teenagers. Although not often mentioned, it appeared as if the participants were specifically referring to minority teens. It is presumed that these teens were the primary cause of the fear while out at night and while in our shopping areas. Also of significant mention in this category was fear when there was not enough police patrol and when the news media publicized crime. The participants clearly perceived the neighborhood watch programs as a significant step to impact crime and safety. Second on the list was the Memorandum to the City Manager and City Council Page 2 April 21, 1993 Humboldt Square substation. Visible police patrols (including foot patrols) and the D. A. R. E. program were next on the citizens' lists as impacting crime and safety. Also of significant note was the town meeting and other communication efforts involving the police department and the community. The second town meeting was held on February 27th at Constitution Hall. The same format was again used to ask participants to answer three questions: "What can I as an individual, the community and local government do to address the safety issues raised in the first town meeting ?" Participants were a little confused as to the distinction between the community and local government and so many of the suggestions offered for the community to do can also be applied as suggestions for local government. In response to what individuals can do, participation in neighborhood watches was at the top of the list. Next was a willingness to call the police when suspicious activity is observed. After that, taking good home security measures was mentioned. Finally, being aware of potential crime risks when you are away from home was the last significant response. In response to what the community can do, developing programs to keep youths involved in productive activities was the number one recommendation. Again, encouragement of neighborhood watches was mentioned. Also significant was that the community should demand better street and lot lighting. Also called for was more police patrol and police programs. In response to what local government can do to address safety concerns, the most frequent suggestion was to add more visible police patrols. Next in importance, providing productive youth activities and police communication with the public were about equal in importance. Next in order of the number of times mentioned were both continuing police programs (D.A.R.E., Crime Prevention, C.O.P., etc.) and enforcing the city curfew ordinance. Also of significant mention was that the city should demand more severe punishment of criminals and should develop more volunteer opportunities for citizens to help the police department. Memorandum to the City Manager and City Council Page 3 April 21, 1993 The first town meeting seemed to indicate that our citizens felt generally safe at home (perhaps thanks to their neighborhood watches), but unsafe when away from their neighborhood, especially after dark. As our streets and shopping areas are not particularly high -crime areas for citizens, this appears to be a perception problem. Coupled with this is the public's misperception that groups of loitering teens, particularly minority teens, are a significant threat to them. The meetings indicated the importance of police presence in the perception of safety. This can be through visible patrols, indirect presence through neighborhood watches and through our substation. The citizens also wanted existing police programs to be continued, perceiving that programs such as D.A.R.E., Neighborhood Watch, C.O.P., etc., are long range solutions to our problems. When asked to address the "loiterin g teen problem" at the second town meeting, citizens proposed community sponsored youth activities and jobs g, P P Y P Y 3 to keep ur youth engaged in productive activities. Also suggested was P Y P gg enforcement of our curfew ordinance to keep our kids home at night. Communications also proved to be significant to the meeting participants. Town meetings and all such efforts to communicate with the public were encouraged. Also more timely communication with the public might help to dispel fear p s fostered by the news media. That such communication must be "two - way "was very well emphasized in the responses that individuals must be willing to call the police when they see suspicious activity. Lighting proved to be an issue to our citizens. Public and private lighting on roadways and in parking lots was not perceived as adequate. Perhaps our cost and energy saving efforts have gone too far. Report to Chief Trevor � Hampton from Lucy Gerold • • • REPORT TO CHIEF TREVOR HAMPTON RESULTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF BROOKLYN CENTER TOWN MEETINGS During February, two town meetings were conducted in Brooklyn Center to involve the community, identify what their greatest safety concerns were, identifying what is working best to address those concerns, and what future things need to be done. Having facilitated both those sessions, it is apparent that Brooklyn Center could be a leader in addressing some of the issues that most suburban communities must address. I would recommend in addition to responding to the requests and suggestions of the community, that the City of Brooklyn Center do the following: • Conduct similar town meetings or sessions with a large group of young people or several small groups of young people to determine their perspective on what the safety issues are for them and what it feels like to be seen as part of the problem by a large group in the community. The results or input from these sessions could help to form future directions and strategies for addressing the youth- related issues in Brooklyn Center. If possible, use young people as facilitators. This is critical and I would recommend it be done this Spring. Is • Take a very serious look at the growing racial issues that were spoken about directly and indirectly during the town meetings. If any of our communities are to succeed in collectively addressing our concerns, we must address the issue of race and its divisiveness. There are consultants who can help communities see how they can capitalize on their diversity while recognizing the inherent issues around race. • Create or use an existing group as a vehicle for getting a wide variety of community input on a regular basis around safety and police issues. Use this group to prioritize with you the most serious concerns. As you work with these residents, I recommend that you ask them to implement pieces of the strategies you develop. This shared responsibility increases your range of expertise and resources as well as ownership. • Create a format for reporting back to the community what the department is doing to address the safety concerns as well as recognizing community efforts. This builds trust and confidence in the Department's responsiveness and increases the chance residents will stay involved. If we are working in partnership with others, we must recognize and appreciate their contributions. • Create a vehicle for residents of diverse backgrounds and police to work together on a regular basis on specific issues. The police and community need to come together around issues of mutual concern rather than just a police response or enforcement situation. Involve not only residents but business groups, churches, and other community institutions. Two areas of mutual concern are constructive youth activities, and lighting. • Research what others are doing and capitalize on successful models to address the issues raised by the community and report back through the above - mentioned vehicles. We often work from a problem solving model. There are others such as the assets model which building on existing strength and capacities and can be very empowering. • Make substantive changes based on the recommendations. Choose two or three that can be implemented quickly. People need to see that their input was heeded. Report on what was done as a result of this input. Regardless of what gets implemented, it is critical that the community hear back from the Chief and elected officials what kinds of actions are going to be taken as a result of the town meetings so that people feel like their time was well spent. They will not return for subsequent town meetings if they feel like nothing was done or they weren't informed of what was done. This does not require that you act on everything that was suggested but that you at least inform them on which issues you take action on, what might be done on others, and what you are asking of the community as your partner in this process. The Chief needs to be a leader with this kind of policing. To accomplish that requires being visible within the department and the community to hear regular feedback and reinforce collaboration. Successful communities and City governments of the future are going to be working together collaboratively in a way that values each as a partner in the process. By conducting the first two town meetings, Brooklyn Center is certainly in the forefront of engaging all the partners in a process that could lead to successful, thriving and safe communities. This report is limited by my involvement in two town meetings. If a more in -depth plan and recommendations are desired, you may want to involve others on a longer -term basis or hire a consultant. LG162 /mlk i Action Plans • • • ACTION PLANS • The police department is planning to convene a meeting of local teens to talk to the police department and community representatives about negative perceptions of teens, particularly minority teens. They will be asked to try and identify solutions to these misperceptions. The teens will also be asked to identify what youth activities are needed in our city. • Once the teen meeting has taken place, a teen /adult town meeting can be convened to talk about perceptions and realities. Representatives from our business community should attend as they are directly negatively affected by these perceptions. Also to be discussed would be productive youth activities. The public could be invited to inventory existing programs, propose new ones and to volunteer to help. • The chief and the city manager will evaluate the feasibility of retaining a consultant on racial issues in our community as suggested by Lucy Gerold in her report and recommendations to Chief Hampton. A major goal of this process would be to develop better communication between minority/ majority communities and city government. • Our police and city communication efforts with the public should be assessed and improved where possible, utilizing the services of our new communication specialist. • As visible police patrol was clearly called for from the public, additions to our Patrol Division will be looked at. The public does not seem to want to see existing programs cut so an increase in police staffing will be addressed in the upcoming budget process • As lighting seemed to be a real concern, our police officers have compiled a list of public and private locations which need better lighting. This list has been forwarded to the engineering department for their evaluation. • A curfew enforcement detail is already planned. Youthful offenders will be cited and first time offending parents will be given a warning that they will be held accountable for future violations of this ordinance. • Future town meetings on crime and safety seem to be clearly desirable and will be scheduled annually by the police department. i Inadequate Lighting � in the City r • • �pKLY N cC ,y BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE / POLICE DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM TO: Sy Knapp, Director of Public Works FROM: Trevor Hampton, Chief of Police DATE: April 21, 1993 SUBJECT: Lighting Our patrol officers were asked to survey their beats at night to identify locations where additional lighting would improve the safety and security of our citizens. Attached is a list of those locations identified. Please review these locations from an engineering point of view and facilitate changes where appropriate. Trevor A. Hampton Attachment ��ppKLYN CENTF 9 BROOKLYN CENTER POLICE POLICE DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM ril nrrtn z ntu r,prii n , , 1 99 i'v. Chief Hampton Sgt WeeiiS SUB,1: Inadequate righting in the City 1 . O f l e e t s A) iiigh;,av 11 - -from Indiana Ave to Humuo u u, ji a Ave Exi t nv snit. 111is has been a concern of officers for Years. Aii other i i - S along Hwy 100 - the road is lit up like a christmas tree, ours is very dark, especially around Brookdale 50th A ve , - an t he Soo Line crossing. u 1 Brvvk'Lyn BiVd - n n+ 4, n + ^i 7 n m Lrviit 19 i I, Ave o 13)ru n've. this stretch of road a few y ears ago was deemed by the 'Stat as the second or third most dangerous stretch of roadway in the Btate, based on motor 'vehicle accident reports. Brooklyn Blvd Has spotty 'Lighting - basically on only one side of the roadway, this causes shadows. This roadway as you know carries an enormous amount of vehicle traffic and pedestrian crossin When you get up into B r ook l yn Park, their stretch of Brooklyn Blvd is well lit, with street lights numerous on both sides of the street. C) Xerxes Ave -- 55th to 59th. Very dark stretch of road after dark and even with Brookdale open, lots of pedestrian traffic. Street lights would also help light up local businesses closed after hours. D) Humboldt Ave - 65th to G9th. Very dark, heavy pedestrian traffic including after hours school traffic - numerous apts and small shopping center. E) Hwy 25 -- GGth Ave to 7- Ave. Very dark, even hard to see to drive at night. Alleys A) All alleys in Brooklyn Center, of which are located in area 1 or the SE part of Brooklyn Center, have little or no lighting whatsoever. T C ar k lllg LlotJ Aj City Hail - 4 Civ1C Center .aide after hours all parking lot lights are shut off - total darkness B} urookdale Shopping Center 1 Westbrook Mall - after dark ail lltjilt4 are shut ff TT OUI.d be nice to have them leave a few strateg odes oil, to see prowlers or burglars moving about. Targ k l ' + v parning lo L and n Ltro + ✓ i. ndale S quare 'Lot - + LO+ Lal darkness after business Hours. Again, just a 'Le'ri 'Lights left on would be a bi help. u} Brookdale Ten Apts - total darkness. n E Four Courts Apts - No. side of Complex F} T:emberidge Apts - P a'l:king lot area between the V -300i Bld and 6400 building. G} Tu r R ' ii T - ver'. dark, only have low l t igh type LF1ln Lane iV Ap ts lighting, very inadequate. Ail apartment complexes on Humboldt Ave, west side from G" r 15n i A ve, 302 c9tt �_ rn 10 Humboldt. V ! L12 i"1Ye to VJtll n inc 1 J L 12 l'f VJ .L i'S arvin Garden rip L. -- V , L11 a4 W.Le lY Or apeCJ.a.L L . Corner. 4. City Parks A} City Golf Course - could use more lighting to see vandals and ttlie'vcs moving about. B} Brooklyn Center Trailway System - needs lighting for people who use it at night. C} All Brooklyn Center Parks - out buildings It warming houses deed better lighting. it Town Meeting Data February 18, 1993 i • • TOWN MEETINGS ON CRIME AND SAFETY THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 1993. 7:00 -9:30 PM Identify Concerns 7:00 - Opening Comments • Chief Hampton • Introduction of elected officials by Mayor Paulson • Introduce facilitator 7:15 - Lucy Gerold • Overview • Format for evening • Introduction of all present 7:30 • Break into small groups to identify safety concerns in Brooklyn Center • In small groups create two lists: 1. Safety Issues: Fill in the statement, "I don't feel safe when il 2. What is being done well: Fill in the statement, "I see being done to impact crime /safety. " 8:15 Break 8:30 • Reconvene large group. Each small group reports its lists. 9:15 Next steps 9:30 Adjourn Prior to February 18, 1993, the Brooklyn Center Police Department will work with existing community groups to co- sponsor the two sessions which will be held at Brooklyn Center High School. Publicity will give people a minimum of two weeks notice. The overall objective of the town meetings is to identify from the perspective of residents what problems need to be addressed most urgently. Also to be identified are those solutions that can be implemented by city government and what solutions need to be addressed by other governmental bodies such as the county and state. The technique being utilized to facilitate this process is grass roots citizen participation in problem identification and problem solving in our community. Elected and appointed officials at the city, county, and state level will participate as resource persons to work with small group efforts during each of the sessions to facilitate this citizen driven process. Following the February 18th session, the Brooklyn Center Police Department will compile all the lists from the small groups, print them and have them available for distribution on Saturday, February 27. Follow -up publicity will remind people of the February 27th session. GROUP REPORTS * Every group mentioned that they felt threatened by teens (often gang reference). * Eight of 10 mentioned they did not feel safe at night. * Inadequate street and lot lighting was mentioned by four of the 10 groups. * Four of the 10 groups mentioned unsafe parks /walking paths. * Seven of the 10 groups mentioned they felt threatened by teens at Brookdale. * Eight of the 10 groups mentioned feeling threatened by kids congregating /loitering or gangs. * Four of the 10 groups mentioned kids aren't safe in school. DON'T FEEL SAFE BIG LISTS At night (after being burgled). When groups of teens walk past my house. When walking on city streets at night (after being accosted) . As a woman, anytime walking alone early AM and night. Kids are bothered by neighborhood fist fights. Men - fear for our family members. 12 -year old son attacked and had cap stolen. Told CJS would do nothing to the three. Coming home early in AM and at night. When I see vandalisms to public and private property. At Brookdale after 8 PM. (Other businesses, too.) We think Minnesota too easy on convicted criminals. Absentee landlords running down their property and not checking on tenant behavior. Poor screening of apartment tenants. Too large a concentration of apartments. Loitering of kids. Young people hassling and harassing people. Security problems at Brookdale. Bike paths at Palmer Lake. Carjackings. Kids who aren't in school (suspensions). Brooklyn Center unfairly has bad reputation. Guns and drugs in schools. Break -ins. Aggressive youthful behavior (Humboldt Square, Brookdale). Have to lock doors when home because of drug addicts. Burglaries in neighborhood. Youth out after curfew. Schools now have to be locked. Lack of police presence. Drunk driving - drunk behavior. Weapons in schools. Gangs from out -of -town. Groups of teens. Poorly lit areas. Justice system letting criminals back on the street. Irresponsibility of the media. Walking in Central Park. Poorly screened rental tenants. Brookdale. Ease of buying a gun. Drug availability. Probation system. it Crossing Brooklyn Boulevard. Truancy. -2- * Threatened by random juvenile gang crime. * Lighting at night in strip malls. * Unsafe public lighting (streets and parking areas.) * When we are not well informed. Going out at night - feel unsafe. Crimes committed by children. Violence in schools - drugs and fighting. Summer - unsafe in parks and walkways. Carjackings. Unsupervised young people. Transient families /people. Walking alone at night. Vulnerable situations - car access, parking lots. Unsupervised children (walking to school bus in dark). High risk traffic areas - County 10 and June, less frequently patrolled areas. Inadequate lighting. Groups of young people at Brookdale. (1) Fear perception (rumors). (4) Unpatrolled /unlit parking lots. (5) Trouble spots not patrolled - foot? (2) No police in school (BCHS) especially lunchtime and after school functions. Leaving home and family unprotected during the day. (3) Apartment fire codes prohibit safest door locks. Unenforced curfews. Dark parking lots. Loud, foul language - disruptive at night (juveniles). Shopping at night. Traveling to unfamiliar areas at night. Video store. Bellevue Park - teenagers vandalizing and harassing. Children home alone. Bike path behind golf course. Strangers cruising or walking in area. Can't leave house unlocked. Brookdale - language (juveniles). Lighting at night. Gangs (groups) roaming street (juv). Loud noises at night. Too lenient court system. -3- Going out after dark. Not familiar with the neighborhood. Reports of local murders. Having garage broke into. Groups of kids congregating outside store or building. Walking alone. Influx of low- income families into apartments. Carjacking. I am in a predominately black area. When seeing groups of teens acting up - e.g. Brookdale. DON'T FEEL SAFE BIG LISTS Concerns Most Frequently Mentioned: Poor lighting (7) Groups or "gangs" of teens (6) Failure of justice system (to confine criminals) (6) Unsafe schools (5) Not enough police patrol (5) Unsafe park /trailway (5) Walking at night (early AM, too) (5) Burglaries in the neighborhood (4) Aggressive behavior by teens (4) Poorly managed apartments (4) Traveling or shopping at night (4) At Brookdale (3) Carjacking (3) Unsupervised children (3) Increase of low income people in Brooklyn Center (3) Have to keep home locked up (2) Curfew violations (2) Traffic problems /violations (2) Truancy (2) Fearful for family at home while working (2) Random crime committed by juveniles (2) Drunk behavior Irresponsible media Ease of gun purchase Drugs Neighborhood juvenile fist fights Vandalism Unfair bad reputation of Brooklyn Center Strangers in the neighborhood Hear loud noises at night (gunshots ?) In an unfamiliar neighborhood Hear reports about murders When citizens are not well informed In parking lots Hearing rumors Inside my apartment - fire code won't permit the type of lock I want on my door There were 90 responses listed in all. DONE WELL BIG SHEETS Host frequently reported things done well: Neighborhood Watch Program (9) D.A.R.E. Program (7) Humboldt Square Substation (7) Patrolling by squad cars (5) COPS Program (5) Apartment Owner /Manager group meetings (4) Town Meeting (4) Responsive police officers (3) Canine unit plans (3) Foot patrol (3) City buying and demolishing apartments (3) Officer Friendly type school programs (3) McGruff House program (3) Crime Prevention Fund (2) Plans to hire more cops (2) Drug Task Force (2) More officers on the street (2) Youth worker (2) Curfew enforcement. Written warnings about neighborhood crime. City ordinance on conduct on apartment property. St. Paul Companies JCPC program. Locked schools. Law that increased penalties for crimes committed at schools. Earle Brown School family literacy program. Improvements at Humboldt Square Shopping Center. Increased patrols in Palmer Lake Park. Hiring two black police officers. Cooperation between BCPD and local schools. Brookdale substation. Peacemaker Program. P.E.A.C.E. Program. Strict enforcement of schools rules. Community enhanced programs. Better screening of tenants by apartment caretakers. Awareness by residents. Ordinance enforcement. NOT FEEL SAFE BIG LISTS Responses involving juveniles = 28 Groups or "gangs" of teens (6) Unsafe schools (5) Aggressive behavior by teens (4) At Brookdale (because of juveniles) (3) Unsupervised children (3) Curfew violations (2) Truancy (2) Random crime committed by juveniles (2) Neighborhood juvenile fist fights Responses involving unsafe public areas = 25 Poor lighting (7) Unsafe park /trailway (5) Walking at night (AM, too) (5) Traveling /shopping at night (4) At Brookdale (3) Parking lots Also possibly related to unsafe public areas: Groups or "gangs" of teens (6) (presumably in public areas) Not enough police patrols (5) (of public areas) Aggressive behavior by teens (4) (in public areas) Unsupervised children (3) (in public areas) it Individual Written Responses I DON'T FEEL SAFE WHEN: Most common responses: 36 while walking or driving at night. 26 at Brookdale or other shopping areas. 23 groups of teens are nearby. 11 I hear /read about crimes in the media. 9 1: am at home and my door isn't locked. 6 my kids are at school because of violence there. 6 streets and lots are not well lit. 6 crimes happen in my neighborhood. 5 our justice system lets criminals go free. 5 children can't play alone in our parks. 5 my children are away from me (fear for their safety). 5 kids have easy access to guns. 4 in our parks and walkways. 3 I have to leave wife and children alone. 3 in the Humboldt Avenue apartment area. 3 kids run around after curfew. 3 I see teens drinking. 3 I know drugs are being sold nearby. 2 there are too many drunk drivers. 2 I hear about terrible crimes committed by youths. 2 cars are speeding. 2 I am in Brooklyn Center because I am black. 2 there isn't enough patrolling by the police. 2 I hear about carjackings. 2 I hear angry racist remarks. 2 I see kids that have no supervision. I read the crime stats. I see racist friction. there are loud parties in my block. children are bussed to school on dark mornings. I leave my home unattended while vacationing. I hear too many rumors. I hear my neighbors arguing. I hear about kids fighting. I see vandalism. I am in a high crime area. loci income residents move into nearby apartments. I see abandoned apartment buildings. I see a stranger in my yard. crime stats continue to rise. crime is down - played for the sake of the City's image. the Brookdale policeman left the center. long -time city residents move out. apartment residents are harboring known gang members. gang members try to influence my kids. there are unauthorized people in nearby apartments. I have to walk across Brooklyn Boulevard. Individual Written Responses I SEE THE FOLLOWING BEING DONE TO IMPACT CRIME AND SAFETY: Frequency of responses: 31 Neighborhood Crime Watch programs. 19 Humboldt Square substation. 15 More visible police patrols. 13 D.A.R.E. program. 11 Foot patrols (at Humboldt Square area and other places) 10 Town meetings and similar efforts. 7 Quick and responsive police service. 7 Authorization of the K -9 program. 6 The C.O.P. program. 6 North Hennepin Drug Task Force. 5 Better police communication with the public. 3 "Cleaning up" the Humboldt Apartment area. 3 New chief of police. 2 Reducing the number of apartments in Brooklyn Center. 2 Crime prevention column in local paper. 2 Crime prevention program. 2 McGruff (house ?) program. 2 Stiffer sentences for weapon crimes. 2 Programs to help low - income families. 2 Crime Prevention Fund. 2 City recreational programs for kids. 2 Brooklyn Center admitting there is a problem. 2 Better screening of apartment residents by management. Better lighting in some areas. Promise of the city to hire more police officers. Better police rapport with teens. Apartment Manager /Owner meetings. National Night -Out. Brookdale substation. Curfew enforcement. Neighborhood crime warning flyers. After school programs for kids (youth worker ?). Schools are now locked. Efforts to promote the good in Brooklyn Center. Humboldt /Camden Task Force. SMALL GROUPS SUGGESTIONS FOR ADDRESSING SAFETY /CRIHE (Please respond individually to the following questions with as many ideas as possible. Then discuss as a group and make a group list for the responses to each question.) 1. What can I as an individual do to increase safety and reduce crime? 2. What can the community do to increase safety and reduce crime? 2. What can local government, including the police department, do to increase safety and reduce crime? • Town Meeting Data February 27, 1993 1 • SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27; 1:00 -4:00 PM Identify Solutions 1:00 - Chief Hampton • Opening 1:15 - Lucy Gerold • Overview of results from February 18 1:30 • What is being done to address safety issues identified? (Presentations by appropriate resources, i.e. police, criminal justice courts, schools, county, etc.) 2:15 Break 2:30 Small groups identify what needs to be done. Three lists will be made: 1. What can I as an individual do? 2. What can the community do? 3. What can local government do? 3:15 0 Report to large groups 3:45 • Next steps A summary report of the two meetings identifying problems and potential solutions will be provided by the facilitator to the city council and the police department. The report's aim will be to provide some direction and support to elected and appointed officials. SMALL GROUP LISTS GENERATED IN THE SECOND TOWN MEETING ON FEBRUARY 27TH GROUP 1 What can I as an individual do? Participate in Crime Watch. Lock up everything. Observe and know your neighborhood. Install home security systems, including motion detectors. Call in any disturbances, no matter what the time. Exercise personal caution. Get to know your neighbors. Have someone watch your home while on vacation. Treat everyone with respect and concern. What can the community do? Community forums. Participate in block parties. Encourage the manager network at apartment complexes. Have meetings of residents of apartment complexes. Organize youth programs. Encourage Brookdale to re- develop. Inside the mall at Brookdale - a phone system to report disturbances. Get out of the city liquor store business. Encourage adult education programs. What can local government, including the police, do? Re- qualify calling of 9 -1 -1. (Explain to the public better what 9 -1 -1 could be used for.) Winter and summer park and rec programs for youths. Patrol the theater lots. Work within judicial system on mediation and peer groups. Have a formal follow -up system to follow -up first time offenders when convicted. Develop a community service for convicted and paroled criminals. Add additional police patrols, including parks and trails. Institute stronger community actions within the school systems. GROUP 2 What can I as an individual do? Participate in Neighborhood Watch. Put an alarm system in your home. Be more personally aware of potential crime situations. -2- Install better lighting, inside and outside. Participate in the C.O.P. program. Get to know your neighbors. Buy a dog. Buy better house locks. Get involved in youth activities. Report crimes that occur. What can the community do? Demand tougher legislation on crime. Ask for enhancement of current crime suppression programs. Be more culturally aware. Ask that businesses take more crime prevention measures. Ask parents to take more responsibility for their children. Become involved in local government (e.g. attend council meetings.) What can local government, including the police, do? Enforce apartment codes. Have less police management and more foot patrol. Look into other community programs that could benefit youths. Develop more community cooperation between Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. Listen to what the public demands. Try to encourage more accurate media reporting on crimes that happen in Brooklyn Center. Send out honest, factual reports about crime and community problems from the city to residents. GROUP 3 What can I as an individual do? Keep outside lights on at night. Use more home security measures. Be sure to lock your homes, cars, etc. Be very aware of your surroundings. Be active in your Neighborhood Watch. Report suspicious activities. Be proud of your neighborhood and city. Be visible in your neighborhood. Realize that teens dress a certain way and aren't necessarily a threat. Be a responsible parent. -3- What can the community do? Institute the JCPC program from the St. Paul company educating children on crime subjects. Develop more police substations. Demand more cooperation between neighboring communities to find out what's working. Improve the youth programs through park and rec. Develop more jobs and opportunities for young people. Use programs in the schools, after school hours, to help keep kids off the streets. Keep your neighborhood well lit. What can local government, including the police, do? Develop an awareness of local ordinances for city residents and businesses. Demand more severe punishment for convicted criminals. Continue the D.A.R.E. program and educate the general public about the D.A.R.E. program and its goals. Give out more public information about gangs, graffiti and alcohol awareness. Enforce the city curfew. Both parents and police. Continue Officer Friendly program. Continue the Quest program. Make kids responsible for their vandalisms. Make them donate their time and energy to fix what they did. GROUP 4 What can I as an individual do? Get to know your neighbors. Participate in Neighborhood Watch. Keep your house and car locked. Watch your purse and personal belongings. Be confident in yourself. Don't leave your car running or keys in the ignition. Don't hesitate to call the police if something doesn't look right. Parents take responsibility for their children and don't pass it off to the community school, etc. What can the community do? Report all street lights that are out or areas that may need more lighting. Demand better lot lighting in parking lots such as churches and business areas. -4- What can local government, including the police, do? Set up activities for kids such as drop -in centers. Develop a truancy officer program. GROUP 5 What can I as an individual. do? Try to develop family values and self - reliance. Keep current with the good and the bad news about the community. Pay attention to the unusual and suspicious and report it. Watch for unattended kids. Participate in Neighborhood Watch. What can the community do? Demand better street lighting. Develop more youth activities such as open school gyms and develop activities that parents can become involved in. Demand more visible police patrolling. Support crime prevention programs of the police department. Demand mandatory gun safety training for youths. Demand more volunteer community workers to help in park and rec programs. What can local government, including the police, do? Institute heavier penalties for crimes through the state legislature. Develop more opportunities for community service in the police department. Encourage police and citizens to work together more. Encourage police to be more sensitive. Would like the police department to be more accountable to the public in communicating crime results to them. Demand the judges quit being too lenient and that swift and sure consequences occur to criminals. Enforce the curfews. GROUP 6 What can I as an individual do? Volunteer time and effort to crime prevention activities. Support crime prevention efforts financially. Maintain good home security. Install security lighting. Join Neighborhood Watch. Get to know your neighbors. -5- What can the community do? Participate in and encourage crime watches. Get to know your neighbors. Participate in community action and government. Know your government, police and school officials. Discourage alcohol and drug use. What can local government, including the police, do? Enforce the laws. Maintain the police patrol force. Bring programs to the public's attention. Expand the city lighting program. GROUP 7 What can I as an individual do? Be observant and report suspicious activities. Keep house and car locked. Install security system in your home. Exercise or walk in open or well - lighted areas and with another person. As an individual, decrease drug and alcohol use. Get accurate information and correct myths that you hear about crime, gangs, etc. in Brooklyn Center. What can the community do? Be interested and active in crime prevention programs developed by professionals. Work for capital punishment in Minnesota. Participate and encourage D.A.R.E. and Project P.E.A.C.E. in Brooklyn Center. More crime prevention seminars in schools, churches, etc. More meetings on cultural changes for youths in Brooklyn Center. (Trends that lead to crime.) Encourage the press to be a positive factor in supporting community programs. More youth activities. What can local government, including the police, do? More police cars and foot patrol officers. Tougher sentences for first offenders. Demand capital punishment for rape and murder. More citizen meetings like this. -6- Don't assign to our city and police department responsibility for solutions that should come from county, state or federal levels. Keep repeat offenders locked up. More communication and enforcement with apartment owners and managers groups. More crime prevention programs in Brookdale and in retail stores in general. GROUP 8 What can I as an individual do? Get involved. Put security motion lights on your home. Be aware and report things to the police. Make crime more difficult by locking your car, putting items in the trunk, don't walk alone, etc. Apartment managers can weed out problem tenants. Keep behavioral expectations high for children. Encourage crime prevention curriculum in schools. Call your state representatives and demand more money for crime prevention. Also do this at the federal and local level. Develop personal awareness of your surroundings in order to take steps to protect yourself. Take self - defense training. What can the community do? Know and support your Neighborhood Watch. Develop an attitude of getting involved. Provide alternative activity for teenagers. Encourage Operation Identification. Support attempts to make schools safer such as safety ed programs and camera recorders on buses. Develop community values, including the schools, of expecting good behavior from kids. Expect parents to train their children. What can local government, including the police, do? Put more police officers on the street and at Brookdale. Tax the businesses for the extra police needed to help them. Support lighting in critical areas. Enforce the curfew for children. Have the police stay in touch with local and community groups. it -7 GROUP 9 What can I as an individual do? Volunteer more to help the community. Eliminate temptations by locking doors, windows and cars. Be active in Neighborhood Watch. Get to know your neighbors and welcome new ones. Be a role model for our youth. Adults need to obey the laws to set a good example. Do not act like a frightened person; as a victim. Keep our comments about our city positive. What can the community do? Provide alternatives to criminal activity. Develop recreation, employment and volunteer activities for youth. Stop saying how bad our crime rate is. City should establish a position of volunteer coordinator whether paid or not. Cooperate with the police in apprehension of criminals. Do not provide attractive environments for criminal activities. As a community, insist on positive stories in the media. Focus on summer activities to keep youth busy. Light some areas of our yards, streets, bike trails, etc. Provide places for our teens to socialize with each other. Provide easy access to pursue a GED. Improve public transportation within Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. What can local government, including the police, do? Prompt response and surety of it to citizens' phoned in complaints. Off -duty police officers might be allowed to drive marked cars home for greater visibility. Rotate the security guards among the various shopping malls so that potential shoplifters cannot become too familiar with them. Re- institute the Citizen Safety Advisory Board, formerly the Traffic Safety Advisory Board. Keep tabs on any person arrested who is known to be a gang member. Promote programs other than sports for youths such as alternative activities. Involve senior citizen centers and volunteer coordinator. Develop a boot camp for youthful offenders; Conservation Corp type. i - 8 _ Volunteers can patrol the parks night and day. Use the police reserve? Train the volunteers. Attack the roots of crime by supporting Head Start, Success by Six, the W.I.C. program, parenting classes, adult literacy and affordable housing. Enact legislation to give parents more control over their children and hold them more accountable for what their children do. GROUP 10 What can I as an individual do? Start or join a Neighborhood Crime Watch. Don't be afraid to call the police. Use common sense; don't put yourself in harm's way. Be aware of constant changes in the community. Use motion detector or electric eye on your home lights. Teach your children to respect others. Get more volunteers at the substation. What can the community do? Try to prevent media from blowing statistics out of proportion and increasing the citizens' concern with crime. Provide drop -in or other gathering places for youth with programs. Enforce the curfew. Encourage our civic center to become more involved with teens. Have a safe place where young children can be taken temporarily until a crisis is over. Develop ways to make the news media present a more positive image and quit sensationalizing. Should there be a police substation at Brookdale? Have businesses and others contribute to crime prevention programs. What can local government, including the police, do? Enforce curfew. Training at an early age. Harsher sentences for criminals. A boot camp for first time offenders so that they can learn discipline and respect. Hold juveniles accountable by having them do community service. Take a leadership role in the community; get involved. Don't delegate responsibility. Encourage more participation in the CADET program at the police department. INDIVIDUAL WRITTEN RESPONSES WHAT CAN I. AS AN INDIVIDUAL, DO? Most Frequent Responses 21 - Start and participate in neighborhood crime watches 21 - Have good physical security (locks, etc.) at your home 20 - Be more aware of potential crime risks when you are out 18 - Call the Police when you see suspicious activity 8 - Install better outside lighting at home 7 - Get to know your neighbors 7 - Communicate with City officials /attend City meetings 6 - Volunteer to help your community 5 - Be a responsible parent 4 - Install a home alarm system 4 - Be proud of and make positive comments about your City 4 - Start up. and help, youth programs 3 - Don't act like you are afraid 3 - Teach your children crime prevention measures 2 - Lobby for harsher sentences for criminals w INDIVIDUAL WRITTEN RESPONSES WHAT CAN THE COMMUNITY DO TO INCREASE SAFETY AND REDUCE CRIME? Most frequent responses 19 - Participate in and encourage Neighborhood Watches 17 - Help develop programs and activities for youth 8 - Demand better street and lot lighting 7 - Ask for more police patrols and programs 7 - Lobby for harsher criminal sanctions 7 - Become more educated about crime prevention It 5 - Encourage more positive and accurate media coverage and publicity about our City 4 - Volunteer to help the City and the Police Department 4 - Have town meeting type activities to get people involved 4 - Report suspicious activity to the Police 3 - Demand that businesses hire more visible security 2 - Continue Apartment Manager meeting with the Police INDIVIDUAL WRITTEN RESPONSES WHAT CAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT, INCLUDING THE POLICE, DO? Frequency 21 - Add more visible Police patrols 12 - Develop more youth programs and summer jobs 12 - Lobby for more severe punishment of criminals 10 - Police Department communicate (more ?) with the public Example: Town Meetings 7 - Continue current Police programs 6 - Enforce the curfew 5 - Police Departments should develop more volunteer opportunities, including a reserve 4 - Brookdale substation or teach merchants crime prevention measures 3 - City work with the Apartment Managers group 2 - Better Ordinance enforcement 2 - Police continue doing a good job 2 - Follow -up on first -time teen offenders 2 - Get out of liquor business 2 - Truancy Officer BIG SHEETS WHAT CAN I AS AN INDIVIDUAL DO? Most frequent responses: S - Call the police when you see suspicious activity or know of a crime that was committed. 7 - Start and participate in neighborhood crime watches. 7 - Have good physical security (locks, etc.) at your home. 7 - Be more aware of potential crime risks when you are out. S - Be a responsible parent. 4 - Know your neighbors. 4 - Install better lighting at home. 4 - Volunteer more in community efforts like C.O.P. 3 - Install a home alarm system. 3 - Correct erroneous information about our city. 2 - Treat everyone with respect. 2 - Keep current on what's going on in your city. BIG SHEETS WHAT CAN THE COMMUNITY DO? Most frequent responses: 13 - Develop more programs to keep youth "off the street" and doing something productive (such as: drop -in center, park and rec programs, detached youth worker, more jobs and volunteer opportunities for youth, etc.). 6 - Ask for more police services (more patrolling, substations, crime prevention programs). 5 - Demand better lighting (public and private). 3 - Encourage the media to report positive stories about our community. 3 - Support Neighborhood Watch efforts. 2 - Citizens can volunteer to work with youth programs. l BIG SHEETS WHAT CAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT, INCLUDING THE POLICE, DO? Most frequent responses. 6 - Add more visible police patrols. 5 - Police department should communicate (more) with the public. 4 - City should develop more youth programs. 4 - Police should enforce our city curfew. 4 - Continue police programs (D.A.R.E., officer Friendly, Crime Prevention and the Cadet program). 4 - City should lobby for more severe punishment of criminals. 2 - The police department should develop more opportunities for volunteers to help it. 2 - Enforce ordinances in our apartment buildings. 2 - Have better street and lot lighting. CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 04n6/93 /� Agenda Item Number �a K/ REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 1993 DISEASED TREE REMOVAL, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -01, CONTRACT 1993 -A DEPT. APPROVAL: ,j r Sy Knapp, DirectX of Public Works MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUMMARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached No • On March 22, 1993, the City Council approved plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for the 1993 Diseased Tree Removal Program, Improvement Project No. 1993 -01. Bids for this work were received and opened on April 8, 1993. The bids submitted were as follows: Bidder Amount Outside Services, Inc. $ 27,105.00 Dehn Tree Company, Inc. $ 27,940.10 Ceres Tree Company $ 33,430.00 The apparent low bidder for the project is Outside Services, Inc., of Anoka. While Outside Services hasn't recently worked in Brooklyn Center under any municipal contracts, it appears from their references and material submitted with their bid that they are financially stable, and possess the manpower and equipment necessary to complete the project as specified. Accordingly, staff recommends accepting the low bid and awarding contract to outside Services, Inc. of Anoka. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION • A resolution accepting bid and awarding contract to Outside Services Inc. of Anoka is provided for consideration. �a Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 1993 DISEASED TREE REMOVAL, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1993 -01, CONTRACT 1993 -A WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for Improvement Project No. 1993 -01, bids were received, opened, and tabulated by the Deputy City Clerk and City Engineer, on the 8th day of April, 1993. Said bids were as follows: Bidder Amount Outside Services, Inc. $ 27,105.00 Dehn Tree Company, Inc. $ 27,940.10 Ceres Tree Company $ 33,430.00 WHEREAS, it appears that Outside Services, Inc. of Anoka is the lowest responsible bidder. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that: 1. The Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract, in the amount of $ 27,105.00, with Outside Services, Inc. of Anoka in the name of the City of Brooklyn Center, for Improvement Project No. 1993 -01, 1993 Diseased Tree Removal, according to the plans and specifications approved by the City Council and on file in the office of the Deputy City Clerk. 2. The Deputy City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to return forthwith to all the bidders the deposits made with their bids, except that the deposit of the successful bidder and the next lowest bidder shall be retained until a contract has been signed. 3. All costs of this project shall be accounted for in the Diseased Tree Fund. 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 Dale April 26, 1993 Agenda Item Number /3 � REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: CLASS B AND SUNDAY ON -SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE TO INNCO, INC. DBA PARK INN INTERNATIONAL DEPT. APPROVAL: I, � Trevor A. Hampton, Chief of Police ***************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * * * * ** MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECONMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached SUM WARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached no) • Innco, Inc. DBA Park Inn International has applied for a Class B and Sunday On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License, located at 1501 Freeway Boulevard. The location previously held a liquor license with LaSalle Group, Ltd., a management company hired by Innco, Inc.. Innco, Inc. owns the property and has relieved LaSalle Group, Ltd as the management company as of March 22, 1993. Park Inn International has been without a liquor license though this application process. A background investigation was conducted on Innco, Inc. and Park Inn International 's on -site managers. The Brooklyn Center Police Department has not found anything under State Statute or City Ordinance to preclude issuance of the new license at this time. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION The City Council approve issuance of a Class B and Sunday On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License to Innco, Inc. DBA Park Inn International. • CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER Council Meeting Date 4126/93 Agenda Item Numbe REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: LICENSES DEPT. APPROVAL: — I" f Sharon Knutson, Deputy City Clerk *************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * ** * ** * * * * * * ** MANAGER'S REVIEW/RECOMMENDATION: No comments to supplement this report Comments below /attached ******************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** SLTNEVIARY EXPLANATION: (supplemental sheets attached ) Attached is the list of licenses to be approved by the city council. RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION Approve licenses. Licenses to be approved by the City Council on April 26, 1993: MECHANICAL SYSTEMS E.A.H. Schmidt and Associates 3245 Winpark Drive Faircon Service 2668 Patton Road Flare Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. 664 Mendelssohn Ave. N. LBP Mechanical 315 Royalston Avenue Modern Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. 2318 First St. NE Owens Services Corporation 930 East 80th Street S & W Heating 13610 Acacia Ave. NE f� Sedgwick Heating & Air Conditioning Co. 8910 Wentworth Ave. S. t G� Buildin g Official MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERSHIP Q� Bob Ryan Oldsmobile 6700 Brooklyn Blvd. 'CJ City Clerk �- RENTAL DWELLINGS Renewal: Shingle Creek Tower 6221 Shingle Creek Pkwy. James and Bobbie Simons 6109 -11 -13 Beard Ave. N. Jack and Nancy Wold 5907 -09 June Ave. N. 0 Ethel and Lambert Ackermann 4207 Lakeside Ave. N. #234 Dorothy Janssen /Julie & Sharon Haugen 4806 Twin Lake Ave. N. Bobby and Sally Robson 1107 57th Ave. N. Mrs. Helen Nelson- Chapman 1341 63rd Lane N. .loseph and Madeleine Roche 824 69th Ave. N. Director of Community Development SIGN HANGER Nordquist Sign Co. Inc. 312 West Lake St. •Q Building Official GENERAL APPROVAL: "�A& Sharon Knutson, Deputy City Clerk