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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-03-06 Council Regular MeetingI MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL MARCH 6,2001 ZOO P.M. ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica and Mayor Maetzold. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED Motion made by Member Masica and seconded by Member Hovland approving the Council Consent Agenda as presented. Rollcall: Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 20, 2001, AND SPECIAL MEETINGS OF FEBRUARY 15, 2001, AND FEBRUARY 26, 2001 Mayor Maetzold asked Mr. Volk to explain why he had asked that the minutes be removed from the Council Consent Agenda. Mr. Volk replied that he would like his e-mail address included with his address in the February 15,2001, Special Meeting Minutes. Motion made by Member Kelly and seconded by Member Housh approving the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 20,2001, Special Meeting of February 15,2001 with the addition of Ted Volk’s e- mail address, and the Special Meeting February 26,2001. Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-14 ADOPTED ORDERING STREET IMPROVEMENT NO. BA- 304, WEST 65m STREET FROM VALLEY VIEW ROAD TO FRANCE AVENUE Affidavits of Notice were presented, approved and ordered placed on file. Staff Presentation Assistant Engineer Wayne Houle briefly reviewed the process for improvements utilizing Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429 as the funding mechanism. He explained that the Street Improvements planned for West 65th were initiated in May of 2000 by the development plan for the Fairview Southdale Hospital Neighborhood. Mr. Houle reported that the City has received signed agreements supporting the project from Fairview Health Service and Fairview Southdale Physicians Limited. He pointed out that Northco Management Services LP sent a letter questioning their benefit from the project, and BTO Development Corporation sent a letter of support. Mr. Houle said he had three phone calls regarding the project. Mr. Houle stated the project would be the first phase of a two-phase improvement. The Council received the Feasibility Report February 6,2001 and set the hearing at that time. The project includes: milling of the bituminous pavement, replacing portions of curb and gutter, and adding sidewalk along the northerly side of West 65th Street. The estimated cost of the I Page 1 MinutesEdha Citv Council/March 6,2001 project will be $107,800.00. Funding of the project would come from special assessments, based upon the gross floor area of the assessable properties. Mr. Houle concluded that staff analyzed the project and found it to be feasible from an engineering standpoint. Member Masica asked about the timing of the improvements. Mr. Houle explained the ramp would be completed first and improvements made to the Valley View Road and TH 62 intersection shortly thereafter. I Member Housh asked if a formal mechanism existed for determining which properties would be assessed for an improvement. Manager Hughes explained that under M.S. 429, the City may assess properties benefited by an improvement. He said that sometimes this is done on a front-foot basis such as in residential neighborhoods. However, the City has found that with commercial properties the area assessment works. The exact assessment will be calculated later after the project is completed. Another public hearing will be held at which time the assessments will be reviewed and a determination made by the Council who should be assessed and the amount of each assessment. Public Comment John Shaw, Edina Realty expressed concern over traffic flow on West 65 Street. He asked how many cars the hospital-parking ramp would hold and what kind of impact construction would have on his property. Mr. Shaw said clients frequently come to the Edina Realty building, and he did not see how this project would benefit his property. Mayor Maetzold explained that the he to talk about the traffic flow was before the hospital development plan received approval in May of 2000. Mr. Houle explained that the hospital works split shifts, and the traffic study has indicated that there will not be a worsening of peak hour traffic. He continued explaining the parking ramp would accommodate approximately 1,100 cars and that the road will remain open through the entire improvement process. Member Hovland added that in his opinion Edina Realty would receive direct benefit because of the new roadway configuration, which will have a better flow with a lessening of congestion. 1 Ray Piirainen, Director of Real Estate for Fairview Southdale Hospital, reiterated the hospital’s support of the improvement project and offered assistance if anything is needed. Member Masica made a motion to close the public hearing. Member Housh seconded the motion. Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. Member Masica introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-14 ORDERING STREET IMPROVEMENT WHEREAS, the Edina City Council on the 6th of February, 2001, fixed a date for a Council hearing on the proposed street reconstruction, Improvement No. BA-304; and WHEREAS, ten days’ mailed notice and two weeks’ published notice of the hearing was given, and the hearing was held thereon on the 6th day of March 2001, for Improvement Page 2 NO. BA-304 WEST 65m STREET ,, , ,.. :f . Minuteskdina City Council/March 6,2001 No. BA-304 milling the surface, replacing portion of curb and gutter and adding sidewalk along West 65th Street from Valley View Road to France Avenue at which time all persons desiring to be heard were given an opportunity to be heard thereon. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council has duly considered the views of all persons interested, and being fully advised of the pertinent facts, does hereby determine to proceed with the construction of said improvement, including all proceedings which may be necessary in eminent domain for the acquisition of necessary easements and rights hereby designated and shall be referred to in all subsequent proceedings as Improvement Project No. BA-304 milling the surface, replacing portion of curb and gutter and adding sidewalk along West 65th Street from Valley View Road to France Avenue. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Improvement No. BA-304 milling the surface, replacing portion of curb and gutter and adding sidewalk along West 65th Street from Valley View Road to France Avenue is hereby ordered as proposed. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Engineer is hereby designated as the engineer for this improvement. The engineer shall cause plans and specifications to be prepared for the making of such improvement. Passed and adopted this 6th day of March, 2001 Member Housh seconded the motion. I Rollcall: Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Resolution adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-15 ADOPTED ORDERING STREET IMPROVEMENT NO. BA- 322, DREW AVENUE FROM WEST 66m STREET TO WEST 65m STREET Affidavits of Notice were presented, approved and ordered placed on file. Staff Presentation Mr. Houle explained that the Street Improvements planned for Drew Avenue were initiated in May of 2000 by the development plan for the Fairview Southdale Hospital Neighborhood. Mr. Houle reported that the City has received signed agreements supporting the project from Fairview Health Service and Fairview Southdale Physicians Limited. He pointed out that Northco Management Services LP sent a letter questioning their benefit from the project, and BTO Development Corporation sent a letter of support. Mr. Houle stated the project would be the first phase of a two-phase improvement. The Council received the Feasibility Report February 6,2001 and set the hearing at that time. The project includes: widening of Drew Avenue - six feet (providing a three-lane roadway with no parking on either side); milling and overlaying the roadway; adding brick paver sidewalk on the west side of Drew (requires sidewalk easement) and re-landscaping the west side of Drew Avenue. The estimated cost of the project is $155,000. Funding of the project would come from special assessments, based upon the gross floor area of the assessable properties. Mr. Houle concluded that staff analyzed the project and found it to be feasible from an engineering standpoint. Page 3 Minutes/Edina CiW Council/March 6,2001 Public Comment No one appeared. Member Hovland made a motion to close the public hearing. Member Masica seconded the motion. Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. Member Kelly introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-15 ORDERING STREET IMPROVEMENT WHEREAS, the Edina City Council on the 6th of February, 2001, fixed a date for a Council hearing on the proposed street reconstruction, Improvement No. BA-322; and WHEREAS, ten days' mailed notice and two weeks' published notice of the hearing was given, and the hearing was held thereon on the 6th day of March 2001, for Improvement No. BA-322, consisting of widening Drew Avenue six feet, milling and overlaying the surface, adding a brick paver sidewalk along the west side of Drew from West 66th Street to West 65th Street, at which time all persons desiring to be heard were given an opportunity to be heard thereon. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council has duly considered the views of all persons interested, and being fully advised of the pertinent facts, does hereby determine to proceed with the construction of said improvement, including all proceedings which may be necessary in eminent domain for the acquisition of necessary easements and rights hereby designated and shall be referred to in all subsequent proceedings as Improvement No. BA-322, consisting of widening Drew Avenue six feet, milling and overlaying the surface, adding a brick paver sidewalk along the west side of Drew from West 66th Street to West 65th Street. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Improvement No. BA-322, consisting of widening Drew Avenue six feet, milling and overlaying the surface, adding a brick paver sidewalk along the west side of Drew from West 66" Street to West 65th Street is hereby ordered as proposed. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Engineer is hereby designated as the engineer for this improvement. The engineer shall cause plans and specifications to be prepared for the making of such improvement. Passed and adopted this 6th day of March, 2001. Member Housh seconded the motion. NO. BA-322 DREW AVENUE Rollcall: Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Resolution adopted. I RESOLUTION 2001-13 ADOPTED APPROVING THE 2001 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM (CDBG) Affidavits of Notice were presented, approved and ordered placed on file. Page 4 MinutesEdina City Council/March 6,2001 Staff Presentation Planner Larsen said that Edina’s 2001 CDBG entitlement of $182,331 reflected a $1,070 increase over the 2000 entitlement of $181,261. HUD regulations require that the public service portion of the budget may not exceed 15% of the total budget. Mr. Larsen explained that Edina’s 2001 budget for public services may not exceed $17,350, with the remaining $154,981 to be directed toward community development. Mr. Larsen reported the 2001 requests for public service funding came from three agencies Edina has supported in the past: Senior Community Services, H.O.M.E. Program, providing Housing and Outdoor Maintenance for the Elderly; Greater Minneapolis’s Daycare Association, G.M.D.C.A. providing daycare subsidy, and; Community Action for Suburban Hennepin, CASH, providing housing programs for low and moderate income homebuyers, homeowners and tenants. In addition, for the first year a funding request was also received from Resource Center for Fathers and Families, providing funds to support programs enhancing the health and welfare of families. Mr. Larsen stated the requests from the four agencies exceed the maximum $27,350 allowed by $6,850. He added the Edina Human Relations Commission has reviewed the requests for funding and made the following recommendations: 2000 2001 2001 Budget Request Proposed H.O.M.E. $ 9,189 $13,100 $ 9,350 G.M.D.C.A. $17,000 $18,000 $15,000 C.A.S.H. $ 1,000 $ 1,500 $ 2,000 Fathers & Families -0- $ 15,OO $ 1,000 $27,189 $34,600 $27,350 Planner Larsen said that after the $27,350 distribution for public services, $154,981 would remain for distribution toward community development projects. Mr. Larsen explained that since the beginning of the CDBG program in the mid-l970’s, Edina has directed funds toward Rehabilitation of Private Property, making improvements to over 200 homes. He said staff recommended directing $54,981 toward this project anticipating four or more eligible homeowners will make improvements to their homes. Mr. Larsen reported staff also recommended $100,000 be directed toward Affordable Housing Assistance in keeping with the City’s commitment to the Minnesota Livable Communities Act. Member Masica asked about the operating deficit of the H.O.M.E. and how much of the budget went to clients served. Adelle Mehta of Senior Community Services explained that the entire $351,224 paid staff salaries for persons serving frail elders. Edina had 161 frail elders served last year. She said the deficit is made up by contributions from agencies such as East Edina Housing Foundation. Mr. Hughes informed the Council that he sits on the Board of Directors of the Senior Community Services as a volunteer. Page 5 Minutesfidha Citv Council/March 6,2001 I Public Comment Julie Dansel, Greater Minneapolis Daycare Association thanked the Council for their support and reiterated the need for emergency funding of daycare to families in Edina. Ronn Williamson, Community Action for Suburban Hennepin, also thanked the Council for Edina's support of their programs. Member Hovland made a motion to close the public hearing. Member Kelly seconded the motion. Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. Member Housh introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: APPROVING PROJTCTED USE OF FUNDS FOR 2001 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION 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 developed a proposal for the use of Urban Hennepin County CDBG funds made available to it, and held a public hearing on March 6,2001, to obtain the views of citizens on local and urban Hennepin County housing and community development needs and priorities the City's proposed use of $182,331 from the 2001 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant. BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Edina approves the following projects for funding from the Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program and authorizes submittal of the proposal to Hennepin County for review and inclusion in the 2001 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant Program: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-13 Activity BudEet Affordable Housing Assistance $100,000 Rehabilitation of Private Property $ 54,981 Housing & Outdoor Maintenance for the Elderly $ 9,350 GMDCA - Child Day Care $ 15,000 Community Action for Suburban Hennepin $ 2,000 Resource Center of Fathers & Families $ 1,000 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 to implement the 2001 CDBG Program. ADOPTED: the 6th day of March, 2001. Mayor Maetzold seconded the motion. I Rollcall: Page 6 MinutesFdina City CounciVMarch 6,2001 Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Resolution adopted. *BID AWARDED FOR 2001 POLICE UNIFORM PURCHASE Motion made by Member Masica and seconded by Member Hovlmd for award of bid for 2001 police uniform purchase to recommended low bidder, Uniforms Unlimited at $945.20. Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes. “BID AWARDED FOR TWO DUMP TRUCK BODIES Motion made by Member Masica and seconded by Member Hovland for award of bid for two dump truck bodies with appropriate snow attachments to J. Craft, Inc., under State of Minnesota Contract Number 425125, at $99,562.00. Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes. *BID AWARDED FOR DODGE 4 X 4 PICKUP TRUCK (POLICE) Motion made by Member Masica and seconded by Member Hovland for award of bid for one dodge 4 x 4 pickup truck for the Police Department to Falls Automotive, Inc., under Hennepin County Purchasing Contract #543B0, at $19,597.00. Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-16 AUTHORIZING 35,800,000 PARK REFERENDUM ADOPTED Mayor Maetzold explained that the Council held a public hearing on February 15,2001 at which time testimony was taken from citizens. He explained that the hearing was closed and no more testimony would be allowed. The Council will deliberate and may ask questions of persons in attendance to clarify issues before making a decision. He reminded everyone that ultimately it would be the voters who make the decision of whether or not the park improvements happen. Mr. Hughes stated that staff recommended the referendum be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2001. He added that Minnesota Statutes require a Council resolution calling the election and specifying the ballot questions must be submitted to the County Auditor at least 49 days before the election. Mr. Hughes stated that since the public hearing, city staff, school district staff and project architects and engineers have again scrutinized the proposed projects with special attention given to estimates and project design. He reported that the review yielded several reductions including: sales tax removal based upon legal counsel advice, correction of computation error; elimination of Kuhlman Field storage buildings; elimination of the owner’s contingency; building the Southview Middle School gymnasium on the first level instead of the second level; and reductions in the Concord School gym/classroom addition. Mr. Hughes recommended the Council consider a number of project scope changes as follows: Eliminate Kuhlman Bubble (estimated savings $1,522,574) - A more detailed study could be undertaken, and the dome could be reconsidered at an alternate location with less neighborhood impact. Page 7 Minutes/Edina City Council/March 6,2001 Eliminate artificial turf from the Middle Field (estimated net savings - $1,014,042) - This field has historically been unavailable fop community use. The School District, would now consider use of the field by “under nine years of age” programs which should not cause undue wear. Use of this field by this age group will free up other fields for use by older participants. The field will be reconstructed with natural turf. Add expanded backstage facilities at ECC Auditorium (additional cost $357,042) - Further review of the ECC Auditorium renovation suggests a need for expanded backstage facilities such as restrooms, set storage, etc. reducing the need for performers/participants use of other ECC facilities. Mr. Hughes added that after the joint Council/School Board work session on February 26, 2001, the possibility of expanding the proposed Valley View pool to 50 meters was discussed in more detail with Edina Swim Club representatives. Because of these discussions, the School Board has reaffirmed its support of the 25-meter pool with diving well instead of a 50- meter pool because of increased operational costs. Mr. Hughes reported the proposed referendum requires approval from the Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning (CFL). CE had granted preliminary approval on February 5,2001, but based upon cost estimate revisions, they need to amend their approval. For this reason, Mr. Hughes suggested the Council condition calling the proposed referendum upon the amended CFL approval. Mr. Hughes outlined the proposed referendum components and their costs as follows: Community/School Improvements $27,433,012 City Park Improvements $ 9,388,514 Cost of bond issuance/capitalized interest (3%) $ 104,646 TOTAL $37,296,172 RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENTS Eliminate Bubble $ (1,522,574) Eliminate Middle Field Turn - net $ (1,014,042) Add to ECC Auditorium $ 357,042 REVISED TOTAL $35,746,598 Mr. Hughes added that all correspondence received through March 6, 2001, has been forwarded to the Council. He noted that the Council had promised to keep the record open through March 1,2001. Member Kelly asked if the architects’ cost estimate had been through adequate peer review, expressing concern that in 1996 the amount of the referendum should have been higher. Member Kelly also asked who would distribute payments from the contingency funds. Mr. Hughes explained that the cost estimates had been reviewed by two architects, a construction manager, a landscape architect, and an independent third party construction estimator. The owners 5% contingency had been included because the positive arbitrage on the bond sale had been overlooked. Mr. Hughes added that disbursements would most likely be made by a third party construction manager hired by the Joint Power Authority comprised of City/School Board personnel and elected officials. Page 8 Minutesfidina Ciw CounciVMarch 6,2001 Member Masica asked for further information on the expanded back stage facilities for the ECC Auditorium. She also reported that she had a call from constituents in the Hopkins School District who are displeased at what they perceive as being double-charged by paying for Edina City improvements and also Hopkins School District improvements. Member Masica asked if there were a creative way to ease this burden on citizens residing in Edina, yet in a different school district. Mr. Hughes explained that the expanded facilities could be thought of as a ”green room” for performers. Mayor Maetzold addressed the second issue. He explained that if Edina had 200 plus acres of land available a sports complex could be built, housing gyms, playing fields, pools, etc. However, Edina does not have land so the idea of building park and recreation facilities on school property was developed. These facilities will serve all Edina youth. In addition, the School District also benefits, creating a win-win situation. Member Kelly said he agreed with the Mayor and added that placing Edina park and recreation facilities on School property allows the City to build without land acquisition costs or annual operating expenses. In his opinion, these are worth any trade-offs. Member Hovland pointed out that when Decision Resources surveyed Edina residents, they included those in all of Edina’s six school districts and 96% of the respondents believe that the park system improvements enhance property values and are worthwhile investments. Member Housh said he noted correspondence received had stated that additional savings could be found if the ECC Auditorium was not open to outside uses during the time children are in the ECC. Edina School Superintendent Ken Dragseth explained the District had hired a security consultant, and the proposed design reflects the consultant’s recommendation of a secure zone around the auditorium. Mi. Dragseth explained this makes more judicious use of the facility since children are present from approximately 6:OO a.m. until 6:OO p.m. with both before-school and after-school care at the ECC. Since the proposed improvement will be for the forty-plus years the separate entrances seemed best. Member Housh stated that removing the bubble from the referendum seems reasonable but urged that it be looked at in the not too distant future. He added that he thought somewhere at Braemar would be logical to study as a potential bubble site. Member Hovland expressed concern that the school passing on user fees to the athletic associations does not adversely affect recreational programs. He also asked how the black box theater would be scheduled with school vs. public use. Mi. Dragseth said he did not believe that the user fees for the gyms would create hardships. Further, the School District will absorb $40,000 annually of the additional pool operating costs. He noted that the Edina Swim Club knew they would be paying increased fees for pool rental. Mr. Doug Johnson of Edina Schools said the School District will utilize the same rolling six-month scheduling cycle for the black box theater that is currently used with gymnasiums and fields. This puts the burden on the School District to specifically plan when events will take place so the facilities Page 9 Minutesfidina Citv CounciWarch 6,2001 may be booked around them. Member Hovland questioned the proposed enhancements to the Edina Art Center's pottery room and expanded gift shop. Park Director John Keprios explained thatit was thought the pottery room and expanded glft shop would generate additional revenue to pay for themselves over the twenty-year life of the bonds. I Member Masica commended the Blue Ribbon Committee and City staff for the hard work in putting together the proposed referendum projects. The project is just one example of the excellence of staff and citizens in Edina. Mayor Maetzold agreed with Member Masica. He added the project grew out of needs brought to the Council's attention by citizens back in 1998. After much effort and hard work by staff and the Blue Ribbon Committee, there now exists a viable proposal to meet these critical needs. Meeting these needs will enable Edina to retain its high quality of life. Mayor Maetzold commended the School District staff and School Board for their efforts in working towards a common goal of meeting community needs. Mayor Maetzold concluded saying he believed the referendum would have the voters' support. Member Kelly said he agreed with both Member Masica and Mayor Maetzold. He said during the early 20/20 visioning process an old study of gymnasiums usage pointed out a critical need for additional space. In addition, the referendum allows correction of the lack of a park capital improvement plan. Member Kelly encouraged citizens to not just vote to give generously of their money, but also urged them to give of their time as participants in the many recreational programs running in Edina. Citizen involvement is what makes Edina the great place it is to live, thanks to all its volunteers. I Member Housh said that during his short tenure he has been greatly impressed by the quality of work done by the Blue Ribbon Committee. He commended the citizens for communicating their needs and opinions so articuIately. Member Housh said he hoped the referendum will culminate in Edina continuing to be the pre-emanate place to live in the Twin Cities. Member Hovland voiced his agreement with all the previous speakers, adding that during his tenure, he has always appreciated the eloquent written and spoken communication received from Edina's citizens. He noted he was comfortable with staff's recommendations for the proposed referendum. Member Hovland added that he was now concerned that no programs suffer and for that reason would suggest that a subsidiary of the Edina Community Foundation --the Friends of Edina Athletic Associations- be created. He suggested that interested citizens contact the Edina Community Foundation. Member Kelly reminded everyone that the work has only begun and that twice the effort must be expended to educate all citizens of the critical needs for additional park and recreation facilities. Page 10 Minutesfidha City Councimarch 6,2001 Member Kelly introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-16 DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF ISSUING GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION THEREON BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota (the "City"), as follows: 1. 2, 3. 4. This Council has investigated the facts necessary to ascertain and does hereby find, determine and declare that it is necessary and expedient for the City to borrow money by the issuance of its general obligation bonds in the amount of $35,800,000 to provide funds to construct, equip and improve social, recreational and cultural facilities in the City. The question of issuing bonds in such amount and for such purposes shall be submitted to the vote of the qualified electors of the City at a special election to be held on May 16,2001. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of the special election to be given as required by Minnesota Statutes, Section 205.16. The ballot for the special election shall be in substantially the following form: OFFICIAL BALLOT SPECIAL ELECTION CITY OF EDINA MAY 16,2001 INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS: To vote for the proposition, fill in the oval before the word "YES" at the left of the question. To vote against the proposition, fill in the oval before the word "NO" at the left of the question YES Shall the City of Edina, Minnesota, be authorized to borrow money by the issuance of general obligation bonds of the City of Edina in an amount not to NO exceed $35,800,000 to construct, equip and improve social, recreational and cultural facilities in the City of Edina? BY VOTING "YES" ON THIS BALLOT QUESTION, YOU ARE VOTING FOR A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE. The maximum amount of the increased tax levy as a percentage of market value is 0.0508% and the amount that will be raised by the new tax rate in the first year to be levied is $2,933,892. Passed and adopted this 6th day of March, 2001. Member Hovland seconded the motion. Rollcall: Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Resolution adopted. ON-SALE INTOXICATING, CLUB ON-SALE AND SUNDAY SALE LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWALS APPROVED Mr. Hughes presented the list of restaurants holding On-sale Intoxicating, Club On-sale and Sunday Sale licenses which are recommended for approval. He explained that applications for renewal and manager's licenses received from each Page 11 MinutesBdina City Counciwarch 6,2001 establishment have been reviewed by the Edina Police Department. Paperwork has been submitted from all applicants in accordance with City Ordinances and State Statues and license fees paid. Member Hovland made a motion to approve renewals for the following ON-SALE INTOXICATING and SUNDAY SALE Big Bowl Cafe, Daniels Italian Restaurant, Eden Avenue Grill, Macaroni Grill, Ruby Tuesday, Sidney's Pizza Cafe, Tejas and Two Guys From Italy; CLUB ON-SALE AND SUNDAY SALE Edina Country Club and Interlachen Country Club. Member Masica seconded the motion. I Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. ON-SALE WINE AND ON-SALE 3.2 BEER LICENSE RENEWALS APPROVED Mr. Hughes presented the list of restaurants holding On-sale Wine and On-sale 3.2 Beer Licenses recommended for approval. When licenses are approved, the establishments so licensed are also authorized under State Statute to also sell strong beer in their restaurants without any additional license. Mr. Hughes reported that all necessary documentation has been submitted for renewal, fees collected, and the Police Department recommended renewal. Member Housh made a motion approving issuance of ON-SALE WINE and ON-SALE 3.2 BEER Licenses as follows: Chuck E. Cheese's, Dayton's Boundary Waters Restaurant, D'Amico & sons, Edina Grill, Good Earth Restaurant, Hawthorn Suites Edina, Locanda De Giorgio, Inc., Pizzeria Uno, Szechuan Star Restaurant, and Yorktown Cinema Grill. Member Kelly seconded the motion. I Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. 3.2 BEER LICENSE RENEWALS (ON-SALE AND OFF-SALE) APPROVED Mr. Hughes presented a list of applicants for renewal of their 3.2 beer licenses, both On-sale and Off-sale. All necessary documentation has been submitted for renewal, fees have been collected and the Police Department recommended approval. Member Masica made a motion approving issuance of beer license renewals as follows: ON-SALE 3.2 BEER LICENSES: Braemar Golf Course, Braemar Golf Dome, Davanni's Pizza and Hoagies, Fred Richard's Golf Course, New Hong Kong Kitchen, TJ's Family Restaurant, and OFF-SALE 3.2 LICENSES: Holiday Stationstore #217, Jerry's Foods, and Speedway SuperAmerica LLC. Member Housh seconded the motion. Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. *FOUNTAIN WOODS NOISE DEADLINE EXTENDED TO TULY I, 2001 Motion made by Member Masica and seconded by Member Hovland granting the extension of time for compliance with the night-time noise standard for the Fountain Woods Condominiums until July 1,2001. Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes. Page 12 MinutesEdina CiW Council/March 6,2001 DANCE PERMIT RENEWED FOR TWO GUYS FROM ITALY Chief Siitari reminded the Council that a thirty-day dance permit had been approved for Two Guys From Italy effective February 9,2001. City Code mandates that an initial permit shall be issued for not more than I thirty days. Two Guys From Italy has applied for a renewal of their permit. Mr. Siitari stated that during the initial permit stage, the Police Department monitored Two Guys From Italy. There have been no calls for service or complaints generated by the dance permit; therefore, no basis was found for denial of the permit. Mr. Siitari recommended the Council grant the renewed dance permit with the condition that the Chief of Police continue to approve the security personnel. Following a brief Council discussion, Member Hovland made a motion approving the renewal of the dance permit issued to Two Guys From Italy for a period of one year with the condition that all security personnel be approved by the Edina Police Chief. Member Housh seconded the motion. Ayes: Housh, Hovland, Kelly, Masica, Maetzold Motion carried. COUNCIrJSTAFF WORKSHOPS DATES SET Mr. Hughes asked for a date that could be scheduled for a Council/Staff Workshop. Following a discussion, May 1, 2001, from 5:OO - 7:OO P.M. and May 21,2001, from 5:OO - 8:30 were scheduled for the Council/Staff Workshop. *CLAIMS PAID Member Masica made a motion and Member Hovland seconded the motion approving payment of the following claims as shown in detail on the Check Register dated February 22, 2001, and consisting of 28 pages: General Fund $246,043.53; Communications Fund $157.44; Working Capital Fund $10,208.74; Construction Fund $240.12; Art Center Fund $17,479.74; Golf Dome Fund $182.48; Aquatic Center Fund $37.28; Golf Course Fund $1,236.89; Ice Arena Fund $2,590.15; Edinborough/Centennial Lakes Fund $8,984.21; Liquor Fund $142,648.12; Utility Fund $40,803.54; HRA Fund $480,000.00; Payroll Fund $455,000.00; TOTAL $1,405,612.24; and claims as shown in detail on the Check Register dated February 28, 2001, and consisting of 24 pages: General Fund $229,421.20; Communications Fund $6,981.38; Working Capital Fund $843.05; Construction Fund $12,408.93; Art Center Fund $2,145.13; Golf Dome Fund $909.58; Golf Course Fund $81,538.10; Ice Arena Fund $1,750.51; Edinborough/Centennial Lakes Fund $4,424.69; Liquor Fund $120,620.74; Utility Fund $25,888.56; Recycling Fund $20.00; TOTAL $486,951.87. Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes. There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Maetzold declared the meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M. Page 13 - This page left intentionally blank -