HomeMy WebLinkAbout19761229_special' 38 MINUTES
OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE *
EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL
DECEMBER 29, 1976
4:30 P.M.
I.
Answering rollcall were members Courtney, Richards, Schmidt,and Nayor Van
Valkenburg.
HEALTH SERVICES CONTRACT WITH CITY OF BLOOMINGTON APPROVED,
that the City of Bloomington has agreed to the terms of the Health Services Con-
tract under which the City of Edina will pay $1.66 per capita, based on the
City's 1975 estimated population. It was clarified that funds from the United .
Way will come directly to the City of Edina.
Valkenburg that he would obtain a letter of understanding from Employers Insur-
ance of TJausau which would state that the City is covered for malpractice and
liability in connection with the Health ServZces Contract.
motion authorizing the execution of the Health Services Contract with the City
of Bloomington at a cost of $1.66 per capita, based on the 197.5 Hennepin County
population estimate.of the City was seconded by Councilwoman Schmidt.
Mr. Hyde advised
Mr. Nelena assured Mayor Van
Councilman Courtney's
Ayes: Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Van Valkenburg
Nays: None
Motion carried.
MIhmSOTA HIGHWAY DEPARTNENT GAP IEPROVEMENT PROJECT AGREEMEXT CONTINUED. As
recommended by Mr. Hyde, Councilman Courtney's motion continuing the Minnesota
Highway Department Gap Improvement Project Agreement to January 3, 1977, was
seconded by Councilwoman Schmidt.
Ayes: Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Van Valkenburg
APPOINTMENT OF HEALTH BOARD CONTINUED.
make his recommendations for appointments to
meeting.
Mayor Van Valkenburg advised that he will
the Edina Health Board at the next
No formal action was taken.
1977 SALARY RESOLUTIOS CONTINUED TO JANUARY 3, 1977, Mr. Hyde presented his
schedule of recommendations for 1977 salaries which he had based on cost of liv-
ing and individual performance of employees.
matter be continued to January 3, 1977. Councilman Richardst motion continuing
the 1977 salary resolution as recommended by the Mayor was seconded by Council-
man Courtney.
Ayes: Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Van Valkenburg
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Following review of the proposed
schedde ad organizational changes, Nayor Van Valkenburg scggestcd that the ..
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50TH & FRANCE OFFICE BUILDING PARTNERSHIP CONTINUED TO JANLJARY 3, 1977.
52s advised that the mortgage company is now requiring 50th & France Office
Building Partnership to pay all special assessments levied against the property
for the parking ramp and was told that Dr. Larson's attorney had asked if the
City would consider extending payment of outstanding assessments
over a 15 year term with a 6% interest rate.
the City should be as cooperative as possible, but moved that the matter be
continued tto January 3, 1977, so that more figures would be available to Council.
Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Schmidt.
Ayes: Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Van Valkenburg
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Council
Councilman Richards agreed that
HOSEK PROPERTY PURCHASE OFFER AUTHORIZED.
sor had put a value of $60,000 for- the land-and builaing fo'r the'Hosek property
at 5500 Cahill Road.
offered the following resolution and moved its adoption, with the understanding
that $58,000 is the exact figure and that no other factors will be considered
in increasing the amount paid, and further, with the understanding that con-
demnation be authorized if the Hoseks refuse the offer:
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED that the Edina City Council does hereby authorize the purchase
of the property of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Hosek described as the North 401.5
feet of the South 418 feet of the West 209 feet of the East 905 feet of the
Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, Section 8, Township 116, Range 21
(51GO Dewey Hill Road) subject to the following conditions:
Mr. Dalen advised that the City Asses--
Following considerable discussion, Councilman Richards
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1. The total purchase of the property shall be $58,000, with no additional
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moneys to be paid for removal and/or relocation of the house.
2. The house shall be removed from the property no later than July 1, 1977.
3. This offer shall be valid through January 15, 1977.
Motion for adoption of the resolution was seconded by Councilman Courtney.
Rollcall :
Ayes: Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Van Valkenburg
Nays: None
Resolution adopted.
TAXES FROM HENNEPIN COUNTY DELAYED.
$100,000 in tax money has been delayed in reaching the City because of the fact
that Hennepin County could not keep up with its receipts processing.
that the money should be forthcoming in February.
Mr. Dalen advised Council that approximately
He added
No formal action was taken.
INSURANCE RECOMMENDATIONS DISCUSSED. Mr. Dalen advised that the insurance analy-
sist will have his recommendations ready in February. Mr. Fred Gettleman has
already recommended that all policies should be renewable
the year. No action was taken.
LIQUOR FUND AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 1976, was presented by Mr.
ordered placed on file by motion of Councilwoman Schmidt,
Richards.
Ayes: Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Van Valkenburg
Nays: None
Motion carried.
at the same time of
Dalen, reviewed and
seconded by Councilman
ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES AND RECOMMENDED TRANSFERS were presented by Mr. Dalen,
reviewed and ordered placed on file by motion of Councilman Richards, seconded
by Councilman Courtney.
Ayes: Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Van Valkenburg
Nays: None
Mot ion carried.
PUBLIC WORKS STRIKE DATE SET.
ation has declared an impasse in negotiations between the Cities represented by
the Metropolitan Area Managers Association and International Union of Operating
Engineers No. 49 and that a strike date of niidnight, January 12, 1977, has been
set.
No action was taken.
Mr. Hyde advised Council that the Bureau of Medi-
Plans are being formulated in the eventuality of such a strike taking place.
CONFERENCE TO BE CONDUCTED.
elected City officials, as well as other members of councils, to be held at
L'Hotel Sofitel.
conference. No action was taken.
Council was advised of a conference for newly
Councilman Courtney indicated his interest in attending the
CLAIMS PAID.
for payment of the following claims as per pre-list: General Fund, $90,879.99;
Revenue Sharing, $99,514.49; Poor Fund, $29,363.35; Park, $21,460.68; Park Con-
struction, $104,787.36; Park Sinking, $191,309.00; Swimming Pool, $16.25; Golf
Course, $2,014.56; Arena, $16,148.01; Gun Range, $4,417.44; Water Works,
$18,706.69; Sewer, $1,122.38; Liquor, $475,613.77; Construction, $107,984.29*;
PIR Revolving Fund, $3,055.76; IBR Fund, $384.30; Total, $1,166,778.32; and for
pre-list dated December 29, 1976: General Fund, $19,490.29; Park Fund, $26.57;
Golf Course, $103.65; Arena, $2,717.04; Water Works, $383.60; Sewer Fund,
$326.98; Liquor Fund, $96.94; Total, $23,345.07.
. Ayes: Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Van Valkenburg
Motion of Councilman Courtney was seconded by Councilwoman Schmidt
Nays: None
Mot ion carried.
No further business appearing, Councilman Courtney's motion'for adjournment was
seconded by Councilwoman Schmidt.
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Adjournment at 5:35 p.m.