HomeMy WebLinkAbout19970303_regularMINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL
MARCH 3,1997
ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Faust, Hovland, Maetzold and Mayor Smith.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED Motion made by Member Maetzold and seconded by
Member Faust to approve and adopt the Consent Agenda as presented with the exception of
Item 1V.G. Cash Register, Braemar Golf Course.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Maetzold, Smith
Motion carried.
*MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 18. 1997 Motion made by Member
Maetzold and seconded by Member Faust approving the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of
February 18,1997.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
PUBLIC HEARING CONDUCTED: 1997 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM APPROVED Affidavits of Notice were presented,
approved and ordered placed on file. Following due notice given the City Council conducted a public
hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for 1997.
Presentation by Planner
Assistant Planner Aaker reviewed Edina’s 1997 CDBG entitlement of $1 88,OI 1 from Hennepin County’s
total budget of $3,593,000. The 1997 entitlement reflects a 1% decrease from the 1996 allotment of
$189,665. CDBG Public Services funding is limited to 20% of the allotment or $37,602 and will be
directed to Housing & Outdoor Maintenance for the Elderly (H.O.M.E.), Day Care Subsidy and CASH
Homeline. The remaining 80% or $1 50,409 will fund three Community Development programs, Housing
Rehabilitation, Removal of Architectural Barriers, and Planning for Affordable Housing. At their February
11 , 1997 meeting, the Human Relations Commission endorsed the public services budget. Assistant
Planner Aaker explained the proposed 1997 Budget as compared with the 1996 Budget as follows:
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96 Budget 97 Budget
Actual Proposed
H.O.M.E. (Housing & Outdoor Maintenance for The Elderly) $17,433 $ 18,000
Day Care Subsidy . $ 18,000 $ 18,000
CASH Homeline $ 2,500 $ 1,602
Total Public Service Proposal $37,933 $37,602
Community Development:
Housing Rehabilitation $ 80,000 $ 60,409
Removal of Architectural Barriers $ 71,732 $ 70,000
Total Community Development Proposal $1 51,732 $1 50,409
Public Services:
Planning for Affordable Housing L $ 20.000
TOTAL BUDGET $189,665 $188,011
Assistant Planner Aaker stated the Housing Rehabilitation funds will help five to ten homeowners
make structural home improvements up to a maximum $15,000 per loan. This program’s reduction
from 1996 presents no hardship because loans are paid when the houses are sold regenerating
the funds available.
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Assistant Planner Aaker noted the Removal of Architectural Barriers fund for 1997 will be directed
toward ADA projects in Countryside Park. The Park and Recreation Department identified the
proposed improvements’ high priority. The 1997 proposed improvements include creating four
handicap parking spaces next to the park shelter building, installing concrete accessible pathways
around the shelter building and from the shelter to the tennis courts, playground equipment,
basketball court, the east and west baseball fields, and finally to connect the ballfield pathway to
Olinger Road with a curb cut.
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Assistant Planner Aaker reported the recommendation to use the Planning for Affordable Housing
funds for development of programs set forth in the Housing Action Plan. The Plan was established
to guide Edina’s participation in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act. Specifically funds will
partially offset the cost of updating Edina’s Comprehensive Plan as required by statute.
Assistant Planner Aaker briefly reviewed the Public Service programs funded by Edina CDBG
Funds. The Greater Minneapolis Day Care Association (GMDA) administers the day care subsidies
utilizing CDBG funds. Program funds are used on a sliding fee scale as a bridge to families waiting
for long term day care subsidies from other funding sources. Edina’s CDBG funds typically provide
one to two months subsidy to each family using the service. The H.0.M.E program provides
assistance with homemaker, maintenance and chores allowing elderly persons to remain in their
own homes. Finally the CASH Homeline provides services to renters including explaining leases,
answering healthkafety questions, assisting in eviction actions and obtaining security deposit
refunds. CASH Homeline assists home owners avoid foreclosure and educates first time home
buyers.
Council Discussion
Mayor Smith asked if Countryside Park did not already have handicap parking spaces. Park
Director Keprios explained the proposed spaces will give better access to the shelter building.
Member Maetzold asked if the $20,000 designated for Affordable Housing would be spent to defray
staff costs or hire a consultant and if the East Edina Housing Foundation had responded to
H.O.M.E.’s request for $8,000. Assistant Planner Aaker noted the Affordable Housing dollars are
planned to defray staff costs in updating the Housing Component of Edina’s Comprehensive Plan.
Assistant Manager Hughes replied the East Edina Housing Foundation has not yet responded to
H.O.M.E.’s request, but he anticipated an affirmative answer to the request.
Member Hovland asked the source of Hennepin County’s funds, how Edina’s entitlement is derived
and what criteria were used to decide upon the ADA improvements at Countryside Park. Assistant
Manager Hughes explained Hennepin County is a grantee of the Federal Housing and Urban
Development Department. He added Edina’s entitlement is derived through a complicated formula
based on a cooperative agreement. Park and Recreation Director Keprios stated the decision to
use the Architectural Barriers funds for Countryside Park was determined by his staff in conjunction
with the Park Board as the best use for these funds after reviewing the needs throughout the park
system.
Public Comments
Judy Fraser, representing the CASH Homeline requested a higher funding level of $3,500. Ms.
Fraser noted their service has helped many Edina residents over the years and urged Council
consider her request.
Member Hovland acknowledged Ms. Fraser’s request but added his intention to support the
recommendation of Edina’s staff and Human Relations Commission. Member Maetzold concurred
with Member Hovland’s statement.
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Member Maetzold introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS FOR 1997
URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE OF
SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY
AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS
WHEREAS, the City of Edina, through execution of a Joint Cooperation Agreement with
Hennepin County, is cooperating in the Urban Hennepin County Community Development
Block Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, the City of Edina has developed a proposal for the use of Urban Hennepin
County CDBG funds made available to it, and held a public hearing on March 3, 1997, to
obtain the views of citizens on local and Urban Hennepin County housing and community
development needs and the City’s proposed use of $188,011 from the 1997 Urban Hennepin
County Community Development Block Grant.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Edina approves the following projects for
funding from the 1997 Urban Hennepin County Community Block grant program and
authorized submittal of the proposal to Hennepin County for teview and inclusion in the
1997 Urban Hennepin County Community Block Grant Program.
Project Budaet
Rehabilitation of Private Property $60,409
Removal of Architectural Barriers $70,000
Housing & Outdoor Maintenance for the Elderly, H.O.M.E. $18,000
Day care $1 8,000
C.A.S.H. Homeline $1.602
Total $1 88,OI I
Planning for Affordable Housing $20,000
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , that the City Council hereby authorizes and directs the
Mayor and City Manager to execute the Subrecipient Agreement and any required Third
Party Agreement on behalf of the City.
Member Hovland seconded the motion.
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ADOPTED this 3rd day of March, 1997.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Maetzold, Smith
Resolution adopted.
*HEARING DATES SET FOR PLANNING MATTERS Motion of Member Maetzold seconded by
Member Faust setting the following dates for hearing on planning matters on April 7,1997:
I. Final Development Plan - 3910-3929 West 50th Street (Edina Properties); and
on March 17,1997:
I. Final Development Plan - Phase II Office Building, Centennial Lakes (United Properties); and
2. Diversified Pharmaceutical SystemsNVest 78th Street Proposals.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 1997-1 ADOPTED PARKING PERMIT FEES INCREASED AT 50TH AND
FRANCE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT Assistant Manager Hughes reminded that the proposed
ordinance had been granted first reading by Council February 18, 1997. Staff had determined the
City has not increased the parking permit fees since 1991 and is proposing a $50 per month
increase. Assistant Manager Hughes explained revenues from the parking permits have historically
been used for parking maintenance and partial payment of the parking enforcement monitor
assigned to 50th & France. It was noted that Karen Knudsen, Executive Director of the 50th &
France Business and Professional Association informed the City in a February 28, 1997 letter that
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the Association Board of Directors passed a resolution supporting the fee increase at its February
ordinance:
THE CITY COUN
I 27, 1997 meeting. -.
Member Maetzold made a motion granting second reading and adopting the following
ORDINANCE NO. 1997-1
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
SECTION 185 OF THE CITY CODE
INCREASING THE FEE CHARGED
FOR PARKING PERMITS
IL OF THE CITY OF EDINA ORDAINS:
Section I. Schedule A of Section 185 of the City Code is amended by increasing fee nos.
265 and 266 as follows:
SECTION SUBSECTION PURPOSE OF FEE OR CHARGE AMOUNT FEE NO.
1235 1235.03 Subd. 2 Parking Permit $3.50/month pro-rated 265
1235 1235.03 Subd. 2 Refund upon return of $3.50/month pro-rated 266
parking permit sticker
Section 2. The effective date of this Ordinance shall be April I, 1997.
Member Faust seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Maetzold, Smith
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TELECOMMUNICATION ANTENNA MORATORIUM IMPOSED ORDINANCE N0.19973 - ADOPTED Assistant Planner Aaker explained on February 26, 1997, the Planning Commission
reviewed a draft ordinance proposed to amend Code Section 81 5 regulating antenna installations.
She noted staff drafted the amendment partly to respond to the FCC Act of 1997. The amendment
was also prompted by rapid changes occurring with wireless telecommunication service providers
now requiring antenna towers and infrastructure. The City has had multiple inquiries over the last
several months regarding our Code Section 81 5 from telecommunication carrier representatives
looking for antenna locations within the City limits. Assistant Planner Aaker reported the Planning
Commission, after reviewing the proposed changes to the height, setback and location
requirements of the proposed amendment, agreed changes are necessary. However, the
Commission believes more time is needed to study the issue and a moratorium is recommended to
temporarily hold all permit applications assuring new installations will be consistent with any
ordinance amendments.
Mayor Smith noted receipt of a letter from Gregory Korsted of Larkin, Hoffman, Daley and Lingren,
representing American Portable Telecom indicating they may understand why the City is
considering a moratorium. However, APT feels if a moratorium is put into place it should be less
than 60 days.
Public Comment
Greg Korsted, Larkin, Hoffman, Daley and Lingren, representing American .Portable Telecom
requested the proposed ordinance amendment proceed as quickly as possible allowing the
development of a PCS infrastructure. Mr. Korsted explained he has experience in working with
many jurisdictions drafting acceptable language for all concerned parties. He expressed concern
with the length of the proposed moratorium because 90 days followed by a licensing application
process hampers APT in developing their infrastiucture. Mr. Korsted urged the Council to act
quickly so Edina does not receive a letter from the FCC.
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Mayor Smith explained to Mr. Korsted that the City has qualified staff very capable of drafting our
ordinance without outside assistance. However, he is welcome to review and comment on the I proposed amendments.
Ron Mielke, representing ATT Wireless Services as their real estate manager offered his services
to staff in reviewing the proposed ordinance amendments.
Dave Hagen, representing SPRINT SPECTRUM doing business as SPRINT PCS stated he was
available to work with staff reviewing the proposed amendments. He urged the proposed
moratorium be kept to less than 60 days.
John Choi, Hessian, McKasy and Soderberg, representing Air Touch Cellular said they had no
objections to the moratorium. He added they would like being part of the ordinance amendment
review process. Mr. Choi added his firm advocates the use of existing towers, water towers and
supports co-locations.
Council Discussion/Action
Member Hovland stated he had not heard from anyone that imposing a moratorium creates an
unfair competitive advantage for one company. He agreed with the reasons for reviewing the
existing ordinance and therefore supports the proposed moratorium.
Member Faust asked what if any regulations exist governing tower regulations by cities. Attorney
Gilligan explained cities must make reasonable accommodations with reasonable controls to the
companies requesting antenna installation permits.
Member Faust explored how many antennas can be installed on one pole, are limits proposed to
the areas where installations would be allowed and will antennas be controlled. Assistant Planner
Aaker replied she was not sure of the maximum capacity, but the City is encouraging at least three
antennas in co-locations. She said she believed cellular and PCS have different technical needs,
cellular installations are already developed in some cases. She noted antennas would most likely
be located along transportation corridors, Assistant Planner Aaker advised the proposed ordinance
amendment could regulate color and design to help the installations blend into the surrounding
area.
Member Maetzold asked if the City was under some Federal mandate causing the ordinance
review at this time.
George Korsted, representative for APT responded the language of the 1996 telecommunications
act is subjective. It states that cities cannot preclude or unreasonably delay telecommunications
installations, but specific numbers have yet been developed. He also responded to an earlier
comment regarding competitiveness of the carriers. Two carriers exist with antennas in the city
while APT is a new carrier looking to locate in Edina. Mr. Korsted urged prompt action because of
the competitiveness of this situation for APT.
Member Hovland made a motion granting first reading and waiving second reading of
Ordinance No. 1997-3 as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 1997-3
AN ORDINANCE IMPOSING A MORATORIUM ON
ISSUANCE OF PERMITS FOR ERECTION, CONSTRUCTION,
RELOCATION OR PLACEMENT OF TOWERS AS DEFINED
$IN SECTION 815.02 OF THE EDINA CITY CODE
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THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDINA ORDAINS:
MinuteslEdina City CounciIlMarch 3.1997
Section I. Purpose. The Planning Commission of the City is conducting hearings for
the purpose of considering amendment of official controls, as defined in Minnesota
Statutes, Section 462.352, Subd. 15, including amendment of Section 815 on the Edina City
Code. The amendments of official controls being considered include, among other things,.
amendments to the regulations, controls and restrictions for the erection, construction,
relocation and placement of towers, as defined in Section 815.02 of the Edina City Code.
However, while the amendments to official controls are being considered, proposals for
construction, erection, relocation or placement of such towers, and applications for permits
therefor, continue to be made. Therefore, in order to protect the planning process and the
health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Edina, it is necessary and desirable to impose
the following moratorium pursuant to the authority granted by Minnesota Statutes, Section
462.355, Subd. 4.
Section 2. Moratorium. From the effective date of this ordinance to and including 90
days following such effective date, subject to earlier termination or extension by the Edina
City Council, the City Council, the Planning Commission the Building Official, the Zoning
Board of Appeals, and the Edina City staff shall not grant any permits, for the construction,
erection or relocation of any tower, as defined in Section 815.02 of the Edina City Code.
Section 3. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect on, and the
effective date of this ordinance shall be, March 4,1997.
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Member Maetzold seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Maetzold, Smith
Ordinance adopted.
Mayor
*AWARD OF BID FOR RINK DASHERBOARDS - BRAEMAR SOUTH ARENA Motion of
Member Maetzold and seconded by Member Faust for award of bid for a rink dasherboard
system for Braemar South Arena to recommended low bidder, Rink Systems, at $107,250.00.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
*AWARD OF BID FOR REVERSIBLE PLOW AND WING FOR STREET DEPARTMENT Motion
of Member Maetzold and seconded by Member Faust for award of bid for reversible plow
and wing for the street department to recommended low bidder, MacQueen Equipment at
$13,345.52.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
*AWARD OF BID FOR 1997 FORD E250 ECONOLINE VAN FOR ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
SURVEY TEAM Motion of Member Maetzold and seconded by Member Faust for award of
bid for 1997 Ford E250 Econoline Van for the Engineering Survey Department to Lee Motor
Company through State Contract W14104 at $1 8,889.90.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
*AWARD OF BID FOR PORTION OF ANNUAL SUPPLY OF TRAFFIC SIGN MATERIALS
Motion of Member Maetzold and seconded by Member Faust for award of bid for a portion of
the annual purchase of traffic sign materials through Hennepin County Contract #2793A6-
232 to Lyle Sign at $9,716.59.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
BID AWARDED FOR TELEPHONE SYSTEM FOR CITY HALL. FIRE STATION. PUBLIC
WORKS Assistant Manager Hughes informed Council the present telephone system serves City
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Hall, the Fire Department and the Public Works building with about 125 extensions. The system is
15 years old, repair parts are not always available, and the cost of service has doubled over the
past three years. With the present system, all calls are routed through a central PBX causing a
backlog of calls with no capacity for voice mail. Many outside calls on the existing system
experience static or “dirty lines” and expanding the system would be extremely difficult.
With the proposed new system, Assistant Manager Hughes continued, direct inbound dialing (DID)
will be available for residents to contact staff directly without routing through the PBX. The digital
system will eliminate dirty lines and provide a voice mail system. Dedicated lines for modems, fax
and data would be included and service costs associated with the system would be predictable.
Installation of the proposed system requires minimal re-wiring and could be expanded to
accommodate growth. Based upon the analysis of Elert and Associates, staff recommends
awarding the bid to low bidder, Matrix Communications.
Assistant Manager Hughes introduced Tom Pavek and Paul Zivalich, Account Representatives
from Matrix Communications, the recommended low bidder, who answered questions and
concerns from the Council.
Member Hovland made a motion for award of bid for telephone system for Edina City Hall,
Fire Station and Public Works to recommended low bidder, Matrix Communications, Inc., at
$143,529.00. Member Maetzold seconded the motion.
Ayes: Faust, Hovlandi Maetzold, Smith
Motion carried.
*AWARD OF BID FOR ANNUAL BRAEMAR GOLF CAR RENTAL Motion of Member Maetzold
and seconded by Member Faust for award of bid for the annual Braemar golf car rental to
recommended low bidder, Golf Car, Inc., at $28.00 per car not to exceed $6,500.00.
AWARD OF BID FOR BRAEMAR COMPUTERIZED CASH REGISTER Mayor Smith asked the
award of bid for the Braemar computerized cash register be removed from the consent agenda and
asked if the new computerized cash register would accommodate bar codes. Manager Rosland
explained the register would be used for inventory control as well as take credit cards.
Mayor Smith made a motion for award of bid for a cash register at Braemar Golf Course to
recommended low bidder, Metro Cash Register at $5,997.00. Member Faust seconded the
motion.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Maetzold, Smith
Motion carried.
*CLUB ON-SALE AND SUNDAY LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWALS APPROVED Motion made by
Member Maetzold and seconded by Member Faust approving the Club On-sale and Sunday
Liquor License renewals for Edina Country Club and lnterlachen Country Club.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
*ON-SALE WINE LICENSE RENEWALS APPROVED Motion made by Member Maetzold and
seconded by Member Faust approving On-sale Wine License renewals for the following
restaurants: Chico’s Tacos, Ciatti’s Italian Restaurant, Daytons Boundary Waters
Restaurant, Good Earth Restaurant, Hawthorn Suites, Locanda, Original Pancake House/My
Pie, Pantry Inc. - dba/Eden Avenue Grill, Pizzeria Uno, Ruby Tuesdays, Sidney’s Pizza Cafe,
and Szechuan Star Restaurant.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
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*3.2 BEER LICENSE RENEWALS APPROVED Motion made by Member Maetzold and
seconded by Member Faust to approve issuance of On-sale and Off-sale 3.2 Beer Licenses
as follows: ON-SALE 3.2 BEER LICENSES: Braemar Golf Dome, Braemar Golf Course,
Corelli’s Pizza & Pasta, Davanni’s PizzalHoagies, The Pantry dbalEden Avenue Grill,
Frederick Richards Golf Course, Original Pancake HouselMy Pie, Pizzeria Uno; and OFF-
SALE 3.2 BEER LICENSE: Holiday Stations, Inc.
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Motion carried on rollcall vote - four ayes.
REPORT GIVEN ON WADING POOL EQUIPMENT FOR AQUATIC CENTER Director Keprios
reminded Council at the February 18, 1997, meeting, staff was requested to report on issues
concerning the purchase of new water play equipment for the Edina Aquatic Center wading pool.
The Edina Park Board discussed the matter several times and on January 14,1997, recommended
staff along with a committee from the Park Board pursue creative ideas for financing of the wading
pool equipment at the aquatic center. The contractor for the Edina Aquatic Center renovations,
Meissinger Construction, would accept a change order for $135,000 for purchase and installation of
the play equipment.
Director Keprios explained that staff recommends approval of the Park Board’s suggestion to
purchase and install wading pool play equipment and finance the $135,000 expense through the
sale of existing equipment ($9,000) and finance the $126,000 balance by issuing aquatic center
revenue bonds.
Recommendations for funding of the remaining $126,000 could be from the, I) General Park
Improvement Bond Issue (if other designated park improvement projects were eliminated), 2)
Developer‘s Fund (all existing funds are currently committed to other park projects), or 3) Park and
Recreation Remaining Capital Plan (currently all capital dollars are committed to other park
projects). The best option for financing would be to issue bonds backed by revenues of the Aquatic
Center.
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Andrew Montgomery, Park Board Member, said the public envisions Cornelia Park as a premier
park and should include all park amenities. This play structure would complete that vision.
Andrew Herring, Park Board Member reiterated that cash flow predictions should pay down the
debt incurred with the installation of the wading pool play equipment.
Member Faust made a motion to proceed with the purchase and installation of wading pool
play equipment and finance the $135,000 expense through sale of existing equipment
($9,000) and finance the balance of $126,000 through issuing of bonds backed up by
revenues of the facility. Member Maetzold seconded the motion.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Maetzold, Smith
Motion carried.
PLAN PRESENTED FOR RESPONSE TO POTENTIAL BlASlHATE CRIMES Nancy Atchison
from the Human Relations Commission introduced two other members, Tom Oye and Betsy Flaten.
She presented a draft of a BiaslHate Crime Response Plan, developed by the Edina Human
Relations Commission with guidance from the State Human Rights Department and the League of
Minnesota Human Rights Commissions. The League has established a statewide Bias/Hate Crime
Response Network to spur individuals and local communities to come to the aid of victims of hate
crimes. The City Manager and Chief of Police have reviewed the Human Relations Commission’s
proposed plan. The Commission is requesting the Council adopt the plan so if an incident were to
occur in Edina, a humane and reasonable response would be available. Ms. Atchison noted it was
not the Commissions intent to interfere with law enforcement but to be prepared for a neighborly
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response to victims of overt acts based on bias, bigotry or hate. The Commission anticipates that
many segments of the community could be involved depending on circumstances.
Recent events around the country indicate that being prepared to respond would be prudent and
would allow our City to continue its habit of civility. The Commission stands ready to cooperate with
the Council and staff in these matters.
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Following a brief Council discussion regarding minor language changes, the plan will be before the
Council March 17, 1997, for approval.
RESOLUTION APPROVED CALLING FOR SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX
INCREMENT FINANCING BONDS SERIES 1997B Assistant Manager Hughes informed Council
on March 17, 1997, the Council will consider Final Development Plans for the Phase I1 Centennial
Lakes Office Building. The HRA’s contract with United Properties and the Centennial Lakes Limited
Partnership, requires the HRA to acquire the park and ponding area located south of 76th Street
and undertake an initial development of the park in connection with the construction of the Phase I1
Office Building. In order to finance this acquisition and development, staff recommends the Council
issue $5,090,000 in General Obligation Bonds. Staff recommends adoption of the attached
resolution for the purpose of starting the process for the bond sale.
Member Maetzold introduced the following resolution and moved its approval:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND
CALLING FOR THE SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION
TAX INCREMENT BONDS, SERIES 1997B
BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Edina, Minnesota (the “City”), as follows:
Authorization of Issuance of Bonds. The City has previously
issued its General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Bonds, Series 1997A (the
“Temporary Bonds”) pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.1 78. subdivision 5(a), to
finance the costs of acquisition of property for a public park and ponding area and costs of
construction of improvements to such property, which acquisition and improvement is to be
undertaken by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Edina, Minnesota (the “HRA”)
as a part of the Southeast Edina Redevelopment Project of the HRA. To refund the
Temporary Bonds it is hereby determined to be in the best interests of the City to issue its
General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds, Series 1997B (the Bonds), in the principal amount
of $5,090,000 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 475 and Section 469,178 and the
issuance of the Bonds is hereby authorized.
Terms of Proposal. The staff of the City, in conjunction with
Springsted Incorporated, financial consultant to the City, are authorized to prepare a Terms
of Proposal for sale of the Bonds. Springsted Incorporated is hereby authorized to solicit
bids for the Bonds on behalf of the City on a negotiated basis.
Sale Meetina. This Council shall meet at the City Hall on
Monday, April 7, 1997, at 7:OO P.M., for the purpose of considering sealed proposals for the
purchase of the Bonds, and of taking such action thereon as may be in the best interests of
the City. Member Faust seconded the motion.
Section 1. I
Section 2.
Section 3.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Maetzold, Smith
Resolution adopted. I CLAIMS PAID Member Faust made a motion to approve payment of the following claims as - shown in detail on the Check Register dated February 26, 1997, and consisting of 24 pages:
General Fund $84,574.98; CDBG $35.00,; Communications $884.1 3; Working Capital
$20,356.1 0; Art Center $1 0,506.37; Swimming Pool Fund $4,868.69; Golf Course Fund
$17,081 30; Ice Arena Fund $23,215.65; Gun Range Fund $395.79; Edinborough /Centennial
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Lakes $8,432.66; Utility Fund $305,052.74; Recycling Program $42,102.89; Liquor Dispensary
Fund $148,453.1 6; Construction Fund $956.90; Park Bond $22,535.24; TOTAL $689,451.80.
Member Hovland seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Maetzold, Smith
Motion carried.
There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Smith declared the meeting
adjourned at 921 P.M.
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