HomeMy WebLinkAbout19780608_edina_board_of_reviewMINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE EDINA BOARD OF REVIEW
HELD THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 1978
AT 4:OO P.?f., AT EDINA CITY HALL
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Answering rollcall were members Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Shaw and Mayor Van
Valkenburg wino served as Board of Review, which meeting convened pursuant to
"Notice of Board of Review Meeting" published in the Edina Sun on May 3, 1978,
and posted on City Eulletin Boards on April 29, 1378.
that the purpose of this meeting is to give persons who consider themselves
aggrieved by their property assessment, or who wish to complain that the pro-
perty of another is assessed too low, an opportunity to show cause for having
their assessment corrected. bfr. Johnson explained that the Assessor is charged
with valuing property based on recent sales, Assessor Johnson also explained
that residential property values have been increased over 1977 values by 20%'on
land and by 15% on structures, resulting in increases of 14 to 18% with an
average increase of 16%.
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The audience was reminded
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Mr. Stanley Tabor, 5709 DeVille Dr., referred to his letter to the Council
dated May 25, 1978, in which he referred to an article in the Minneapolis Trfbune
which indicated that his taxes on his house would have been $157 less had he
lived in Shorewood, rather than in Edina.. Nr. Tabor was reminded that the issue
at this meeting is whether the property has been properly assessed and that, if
there is a difference, to show where the Assessor is wrong. Mr. Johnson said
that tir. Tabor was referring to 1976, rather than 1977 figures and that the 1977 .
were not yet available.
labeled "Tax Court" which is a part of the 1977 study, but which uses more cur-
rent sales than the study which will come from out through the Citizens' League
for which he has been waiting.
which is considerably lower than the 94.6% referred to by Mr. Tabor.
Johnson also noted that the chart referred to "estimated market value", whereas
the chart referred to by Mr. Tabor was for "limited market value".
that the estimated-market value of Mr. Tabor's house was $126,000.
Mr. Gerald Rauenhorst, 5151 Blake Road, wzs represented by Mr. George Connor,'who
asked that Mr. Bauenhorst's objection to the market value of $448,600 be noted.
Mr. Johnson referred to a chart provided by the State
He noted that the ratio on "Tax Court" is 87%
Mr.
It was noted
Hr. Keese L. Bevan, 6308 Chowen Ave. S., 'objected to the estimated market value
of $57,900 on his property, advising that he believed 'that the proper value
would be $52,100, based particularly on the fact that the house is in the Rich-
field School District. The Assessor will inspect the property.
Mrs. Henry Lemmerman, 7120 Glouchester Dr., objected to her estimated market
value of $62,600, stating that she believed that the value should be $53,800.
Mrs. Lemmerman said that they had paid $74,000 in December, 1977.
will inspect the property.
Mr. Craig Harringtbn, 7321 Corneli'a Drive, said that he objected to "equity",
rather than the actual assessed valuation. .He contended that houses of new
construction have a higher percentage of value than older houses.
ton gave the Assessor ratio studies showing ratios lower on other properties
than the ratio of $79;500 assessor's value to his own appraisal of $83,500.
The Assessor
Mr. Harring-
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Mr. Albert S. Campbell, 7312 Glouchester Rd.,. objected to his markat value of
$93,500, which, he claimed, was built for $76,000.
ations of other similar properties,
owning a newly constructed house.
14r. Jeffrey Jonswold,
$77,500.
rate than older houses. Nr. Jonswold said that he concurred with other property
Mr. Johnson said that he would like to inspect the house again.
Mr. Robertxerrif%eld, 6000 Kaymar Drive, had appeared and filled out a slip
indicating his objections to the market value of $68,900 for his property.
left before this property came up for discussion but had stated that he believed
that the market value for his house should be $65,000 based on its proximity to
Vernon Ave. and to the gas statian,
>Ire George Fisher, 7000 Tupa Drive, objected to his estimated market value of
$159,400.
should be reduced and cited other houses to prove his point. Mr. Fisher said
that he would give copies of his 1f.L.S. offerings and sales to Nr. Johnson. Mr+
Johnsol1
question.
He reviewed assessed valu-
He claimed that he is being penalized for
7320 Cornelia Dr,, objected to his market value of
He complained that new construction is consistently valued at a higher
. owners who had contended that Edina is out of line with other municipalities.
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He-said that he believed that the estimated value on his home
invited-Mr. Fisher to stop^in the office and review the properties in
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Mr. Robert Wexler, 7320 Glopchester Dr., objected that the market value for his
home had been established at $75,200. He gave Mr. Johnson a copy of his Febru-
ary, 1977, purchase agreement in the amount of $69,400. Mr. Johnson will study
the property further.
Mr. John Ward spoke for his mother, Mrs. Naomi Ward, objecting to the market
value of property at 5916 Hansen Road of $81,000 against the owner's estimate
of $70,000.
the property and said that there is.no central air conditioning or finished base-
ment and that the driveway and a large plate glass window are in poor condition.
Mr. Johnson said that he would have the property reviewed.
Mr. Lyle Buchanan, 5511 W. HighwdDrive, objected to the market value of $89,100
on his house. He complainedthat the house was valued atA$68,000 in 1976 and had
increased to $76,000 in 1977 and questioned whether other properties in the City
have appreciated in value to this degree. Mr. Buchanan was assured that all pro-
perties had increased in value.
He spoke of the proximity of the railroad tracks which run behind
Mr. Johnson presented the objection of Mr. Wesley F. Hagemeyer, 6717 Sioux Trail,
to the market value of $96,500 gi'ven.by the Assessor;
perty will be inspected tomorrow.
He advised that the pro-
Mr. Johnson presented the objection of Mrs. James R. Linder, 5410 York Ave., S.
to the market value of $6,900 on two vacant lots which she owns adjacent to her
home, advising that Mrs. Linder had claimed that the lots haie "no potential".
She made no mention of .the value which she herself would place on the land.
Mr. Johnson presented the objection of Mr. Arthur Buffington to the narket value
. of $17,800 €or a vacant lot at 6900 Dakota Trail.
the lot is very steep and that there is some question as to whether it is market-
able.
property owners on either side or if a scenic easement might be granted.
He'referred to the fact that
The possibility was considered that the property might be purchased by
Council was also advised of the receipt of letters from the following property
owners :
Mr. Lyle B. Arneson, 5909 Killarney Lane, who advised that his home has increased
in value by $16,000 in less .than ten monfhs.
$:operty value be reviewed and the market value revised downward.
Mr. Robert J. Tweedy of Robins, Davis & Lyons wrote on behalf of their client,
Edina Place, Inc., to file objections to the 1978 valuations on Parcels 7200,
7600, 8000, 8400, 8800 and 9200, Plat 75192, to Parcels 1620, 2625 and 3505,
Plat 73609, and to Parcels 3920, 4000 and 4100, Plat 75190.
Mr. Arceson requested that his
John W. Hedberg of Hedberg & Sons Co., confirming his telephone conversation of
Pfay 31, 1978, with the Assessor ir. which he indicated that the
Values for Parcels 0800, 1200, 2802, 2850, 4800, 5300, 6400 and 6800, Plat 73832
are incorrect, "having in mind the sti.pulated Market Values for said parcels as
of January 2, 1976." Mr. Hedberg said that he is "not in agreement with the Market
Values which you have set on the property as of January 2, 1978, and I would
appreciate your advising the Local Board of Review that we do object to said
Market Values and feel that they are excessive and contrary to law, bearing in
mind the use to which the property is being presently put and all the other
elements that affect the market value of unimproved real property".
Limited Market
Mr. Earl W. Fisher, 5809 Concord objected to the increase in market value from ,
$56,900 in 1977 to $66,000 in 1978. He requested that the value of the property.
be reduced, particularly in view of the flood damage which occurred in August,
1977.
.Mr. Roy K. Erickson, 5724 Kemrich Drive, objected to the 15.9% increase in the - market value of his property from $91,200 in 1977 to $105,700 in 1978.
Mr. Robert B. Bland of Texaco, Inc., requested that the values for the following
locations be revised as'indicated:
70th and France - Market value of $140,400 should be revised to $130,000
Normandale and Boundary - Market value of $123,500 should be revised to
France and 54th Street -.Market value of $86,000 should be revised to $70,000
France Ave. and Morningside Road - Market value of $62,500 should be revised
$108,000
to $52,000
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Mr. Kenneth A. Anderson, 4437 Ellsworth DK., objected to his market value
of $74,900 which had increased from $64,400 in 1977.
the Assessor to inspect his property.
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned until 4:OO p.m. on June 15, 1978.
Adjournment at 6 : 10 p .m.
I Mr. Anderson invited
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City Clerk
MINUTES OF THE CONTINUED MEETING OF THE
EDINA BOARD OF REVIEW
HELD THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 1978 AT 4:OO P.M.
Answering rollcall for the continued meeting of the Board of Review were members
Courtney, Richards, Schmidt, Shaw and Mayor Van Valkenburg.
Mr. Jack Watkins, 5605 Heather Lane, objected to the estimated market value on
his home of $79,300, stating that he values the house at betGeen $70,000 and
$75,000. He contended that the value'of his house had increased at a higher
rate in proportion to the normal rate of property increase.
inspect the property.
-Mr. Johnson advised that Mr. .Rob.ert Tweedy, attorney for Edina Place met with
Robert Luneski of this office on June 15, 1978 and agreed with the recommendation
of Mr. Luneski for a reduction on Plat 73609, ParceL 3505 from $618,700 ($1.32
per square foot) to $470,000 ($1.00 per square foot) and will agree not to file
a petition on the 1978 valuations.
Council reviewed the recommendations which wcre'made by the Assessor regarding
properties reviewed as requested by the Council on June 8, 1978, and set values
as recommended in all cases, but requested inspection and further review of
properties at 4437 Ellsworth Dr, 5809 Concord Ave.,
The Assessor will
and 5909 Killarney Lane.
Mr. Johnson advised that he had received preliminary information from the State
of mnnesota indicating that the 1977 ratio studies indicate that Edina has an
aggregate market value ratio of 92.8%, with a mean ratio of 93.8% and a median
radio of 94.7%.
and a limited and mean ratio of 91.4%. He clarified that, within Henne?in County,
Edina is presently low on the list of market value ratios but close to the top on
limited lnarket ratios.
109.7% and for commercial buildings at 85.1% on the aggregate, 98.7 on the mean,
with only 4 samples per study.
For limited market value, Edina.has an aggregate ratio of 90.9%
Ratio for apartments was given on the aggregate at
In response to a question of tfr. Johnson, it was generally decided that appoint-
ments not be made for next year's Board of Review.
Councilman Richards' motion was seconded by Councilman Shaw that the Board of
Review Meeting be continued to Monday, June 19, 1978, at the conclusion of the
. Regular Council Meeting .
Ayes : Courtney, Richards, Schmidt , Shaw, Van Valkenburg
Notion carried.
4 Nays: None
The qeeting adjourned at 5:45 and was succeeded by a Special Council Meeting.
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