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2012-12-03 CC Packet City of Albertville Council Agenda Monday, December 3, 2012 City Council Chambers 7:00 PM PUBLIC COMMENTS -The City of Albertville welcomes and encourages public input on issues listed on the agenda or of general community interest. Citizens wishing to address the Council regarding specific agenda items, other than public hearings are invited to do so under Public Forum and are asked to fill out a “Request to Speak Card”. Presentations are limited to five (5) minutes. M:\Public Data\City Council\Council Agendas\2012 Agendas\12 03 2012 Agenda.doc Meeting Date: December 3, 2012 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – ROLL CALL 3. RECOGNITIONS – PRESENTATIONS – INTRODUCTIONS A. Recognition of Eagle Scout Mitchell Gerads 4. CITIZENS OPEN FORUM – (time reserved 5 minutes) 5. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA 6. CONSENT AGENDA All items under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City staff and will be enacted by one motion. In the event an item is pulled it will be discussed in the order it is listed on the Consent agenda following the approval of the remaining Consent items. These items will be approved by a separate motion. A. Accept the November 19, 2012 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented (pgs 3-11) B. Authorize the Monday, December 3, 2012 payment of claims that includes electronic payments of 1557 EFT - 1563 EFT and check numbers 31536 to 31567 as presented (pgs 12-16) C. Approve hiring Janet Rust for the full-time Administrative Assistant II/Accounting Clerk position starting Monday, December 10, 2012, at step one starting wage of $17.37 per hour with a six month probation period (pg 17) D. Approve the November 26, 2012 Parks Committee meeting minutes as presented (pg 18) E. Approve Pay Estimate #6 to Eureka Construction for the I-94 project in the amount of $1,240,354.91 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None Agenda Page 1 City of Albertville Council Agenda Monday, December 3, 2012 Page 2 of 2 M:\Public Data\City Council\Council Agendas\2012 Agendas\12 03 2012 Agenda.doc Meeting Date: December 3, 2012 8. DEPARTMENT BUSINESS A. Finance 1). Approve 2013 Final Budget and Levy (pgs 19-23) (Approve the Resolution No. 2012-051 entitled a Resolution Adopting Property Tax Levy Collectible in 2013; and, approve the Resolution No. 2012-052 entitled a Resolution Adopting the 2013 Final Budget.) B. Legal C. City Council D. City Clerk E. Public Works Director/City Engineer F. Planning/Zoning G. Administration 9. ANNOUNCEMENTS and/or UPCOMING MEETINGS December 10 STMA Ice Arena Board Meeting, 6:00 p.m. December 11 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting, 7:00 p.m. December 17 City Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m. December 24 City Offices Close at 12:00 Noon December 25 Christmas Day, City Offices Closed December-12 Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 2 CC3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Ice10 PZ11 12 13 14 15 16 CC17 18 19 20 21 22 23 JP 24 H25 26 27 28 29 30 31 10. ADJOURNMENT Agenda Page 2 ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL Monday, November 19, 2012 DRAFT MINUTES ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Deputy Mayor Vetsch called the regular City Council meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Council members Jillian Hendrickson, Larry Sorensen, John Vetsch and Dan Wagner. Mayor Mark Meehan arrived at 7:12 p.m. Absent: None Others Present: Interim City Administrator Robert Thistle, Finance Director Tina Lannes, City Engineer/Public Works Director Adam Nafstad, City Clerk Kimberly Olson, City Planner Alan Brixius, City Attorney Michael Couri, Utilities Superintendent John Middendorf, Water/Wastewater Operator Gerald Gerads, Water/Wastewater Operator Jacob Kreutner, Ron Klecker, Samara Postuma, and Rob Olson 3. RECOGNITIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND INTRODUCTIONS - None 4. CITIZENS OPEN FORUM There was no one present to speak. 5. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Sorensen added Eagle Scout under City Council business. Motioned by Sorensen, seconded by Hendrickson, to approve the amended agenda. Ayes: Vetsch, Hendrickson, Sorensen, and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: Meehan. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Agenda Page 3 City of Albertville Page 2 of 9 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2012 6. CONSENT AGENDA All items under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by City Staff and will be enacted by one motion. In the event an item is pulled, it will be discussed in the order it is listed on the Consent Agenda following the approval of the remaining Consent items. These items will be approved by a separate motion. A. Accept the November 7, 2012 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented B. Accept the November 13, 2012 Canvassing Board meeting minutes as presented C. Authorize the Monday, October 15, 2012 payment of claims that includes electronic payments 1521 EFT - 1539 EFT and check numbers 31491 to 31527 as presented D. Accept STMA Ice Arena Board meeting minutes of November 13, 2012 Motioned by Sorensen, seconded by Hendrickson, to accept the consent agenda. Ayes: Vetsch, Hendrickson, Sorensen, and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: Meehan. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None 8. DEPARTMENT BUSINESS A. Finance 1). Approve 2012 Certification of Uncollected Utility Bills - Additions Lannes reported these additions are those accounts that had set up a payment plan, but have not followed through with the plan. The floor was opened for public comment. There was no one present to speak. Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Wagner, to Adopt Resolution 2012- 050 Certifying the 2012 Uncollected Utility Bills to Wright County for Collection with Real Estate Taxes. Ayes: Vetsch, Hendrickson, Sorensen and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: Meehan. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 2). 1986 Assessment on Parcel Related to 5491 Main Ave NE Lannes reported in 1986 there was a street and stormwater improvement put in along Main Ave. NE. The property at 5491 Main Ave. NE consisted of two parcels; one for the home and one for the driveway. The owners at that time had requested the assessment for the improvements be put on the driveway parcel The assessment was deferred for five (5) years with the understanding the parcels would be combined and the assessment paid when those five (5) years Agenda Page 4 City of Albertville Page 3 of 9 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2012 were up. The original amount of the assessment was approximately $8,500 with 8% interest. The assessment was never collected and currently is about $23,000. Since taxes and assessments have not been paid on the driveway parcel, it is owned by the State of Minnesota due to tax forfeit. The house has switched hands several times in the last decade and the current owner, Scott Euerle, is trying to sell the property contract for deed. He was informed of the assessment at the County offices in August. He has since filed a claim with the title company, but they have denied the claim. Mr. Euerle is seeking some type of relief from the assessment. Euerle stated when he did a title search for the buyers, that is when he found out about the assessment. Couri provided a sketch of the parcels and he stated the two parcels were never combined. Thistle stated there are several options the Council has: 1) assess the full amount, 2) write off the assessment or 3) ask the owner to pay a portion of the original assessment. He stated the bonds have already been paid in full. If the Council chooses to write off the assessment, they would still need to clear the property record and it would result in no cost to the City. Vetsch would like to see the original assessment covered, but didn’t feel the interest was necessary. Wagner inquired when the building permit was taken out for the garage and if it should have been caught then. Couri replied that surveys are not required for all permits and the City cannot guarantee the landowner is complying with the law. Sorensen stated that many owners do not obtain surveys when purchasing homes. Euerle stated he was given the impression he was purchasing one parcel and he trusted his realtor. Meehan stated that this should have been caught on several occasions and he felt they should waive the assessment. He didn’t feel the owner should be responsible for the assessment. Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Sorensen, to waive the assessment on the parcel located at 5941 Main Ave. NE. Ayes: Meehan, Hendrickson, Sorensen, Vetsch and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. B. City Clerk 1). Canvass Recount Results Agenda Page 5 City of Albertville Page 4 of 9 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2012 Olson reported the recount was held on November 15, 2012 at Wright County offices. Both candidates were present and reviewed every ballot with a team of election judges. The result was 1,116 votes cast for each candidate. There is one challenged ballot by candidate Barthel and the ballot has a mark inside the oval next to candidate Sorensen’s name. The City Council acting as the Canvassing Board must make a determination if that ballot is a valid vote for Sorensen. Couri reported that if the Board voted in favor of the mark for Sorensen that would put him up to 1,117 votes and it would decide the election. If the Board determines the mark is not for Sorensen, the count would remain tied and would need to be determined by lot, meaning a coin toss. Couri stated the Secretary of State’s Office provides some guidance as well as Minnesota Statute 204C on voter intent. However, most of the language refers to ballots marked with an “X” and don’t address the situation at hand. However, there are some areas that do apply that the Council must consider: 1) Determine voter intent based on and Statute says a vote should not be disqualified for a technicality. 2) The determination must be based on only the face of the ballot; no other information can be used 3) A vote cannot be disqualified if a voter uses two different marks on the ballot Couri reviewed three possible determinations that could be made: 1) the mark is a stray mark and is not intended for Sorensen 2) the mark is a conscious effort on the part of the to vote for Sorensen or 3) the mark was intended for Sorensen but the voter changed their mind. Couri stated that they must determine whether the mark is for Sorensen. Sorensen would have a conflict of interest in this motion and should abstain from voting. However, he may vote on the canvass resolution once they have a result. This resolution would be passed just as in any other election. Once the results are canvassed by the Board, any voter may contest the election in District Court. Olson opened the sealed envelope with the ballot and showed it the Board. Couri stated the challenger has the right to address the Board. Barthel felt they were very fair in the recount process. He felt it was a stray mark that was not intended for Sorensen. He stated only the federal offices were voted for and no local offices were voted upon. Sorensen replied that he felt it was a vote for him because the mark was completely within the oval. He felt it was more than an incidental, random mark and shows some back and forth motion with the pen mark. He felt not only would a vote be taken away from a candidate, but also the voter, if the mark is not counted. Agenda Page 6 City of Albertville Page 5 of 9 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2012 Hendrickson and Wagner felt it was a vote for Sorensen. Vetsch and Meehan felt the marks were inconsistent. Sorensen stated they will never know for sure why the mark was made the way it was, but there is still a mark in the oval. Barthel felt this ballot stuck out among the many they had seen during the recount. Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Wagner, to count the mark as a vote for Sorensen. Ayes: Hendrickson and Wagner. Nays: Meehan and Vetsch. Abstained: Sorensen. MOTION FAILED. Meehan felt they instructions were clear at the top of the ballot. Couri stated that because they cannot come to a conclusion on the challenged ballot, the count would remain a tie and a coin flip will be needed to determine the winner. He suggested the Mayor assign heads or tails and the City Clerk should flip the coin. Couri explained that because they could not determine voter intent by a majority vote, the ballot cannot be counted for Sorensen. Even though the election judges determined it a vote for Sorensen, it comes to the Board for determination because that vote was challenged by the other candidate. Couri explained that he had spoken at length with the Secretary of State’s Office about many different scenarios. Sorensen asked how he could contest the decision of the Board. Couri explained they would need to proceed with the coin flip to determine the name to be included in the canvassing resolution. Once that resolution is passed certifying the findings, then anyone can contest the outcome in court. Couri explained that the manual recount is the official count because every ballot is looked at. Olson explained how the votes could be different and how some of the ballots were filled out resulting in a slight change in vote totals. Wagner asked what would happen if the Board cannot come to a conclusion on certifying the results. Couri stated the Secretary of State’s Office suggested they pass something, because that is what would be contested by a voter or candidate. If the Board does not certify the results, it would fall to the court to make a determination. Hendrickson asked if there was a legal reason why Sorensen should abstain from voting on the ballot. Couri explained that case law looks at several factors in whether a Council member can vote when there is a conflict of interest on their behalf and one of those factors is the necessity of taking action. Since there was a 2-2 vote that would weigh in Sorensen’s favor to cast a fifth voter. However, Couri stated that the Minnesota Constitution stated that Councils are elected by the voters and should not vote themselves into office. He stated that it would taint the public’s perception if he were to vote on the ballot and essentially vote Agenda Page 7 City of Albertville Page 6 of 9 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2012 himself into office. Couri felt more harm would come of it than good. Sorensen agreed he did not want to vote on the ballot. Meehan assigned Sorensen heads and Barthel tails in the coin toss. Olson flipped the coin and heads was revealed. Olson invited both candidates to view the coin. Motioned by Vetsch, seconded by Hendrickson, to adopt Resolution 2012-049 as amended certifying the results of the recount of the November 6, 2012 General Election. Ayes: Meehan, Hendrickson, Vetsch and Wagner. Nays: None. Abstain: Sorensen. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. C. Legal 1). Water Shut Off Notice Fee Ordinance Amendment Couri reported the ordinance before the Council is aimed to help correct a situation that occurs frequently with utility billing. A number of residents each billing cycle do not pay their bill until the City has taken all measures possible to notify them their water will be shut off. This includes mailing out letters and placing door hangers at the residences. These customers will then pay the bill right before the valve is turned to shut the water off. He reported that it takes a fair amount of City staff time to take these steps and this ordinance allows the City to apply a $20 late payment charge if the City must go to the residence to place a door hanger. This would not apply to first time delinquent accounts, but to those that have been delinquent before in the last 12 months. The fee would not be incurred if the water is shut off as there is a $35 shut off and turn on fee. Lannes reported there are about 20 accounts that habitually go through the process and then are paid in full. She stated that it is not an inability to pay but of willingness to pay before the last minute. Meehan asked if staff had looked at requiring a deposit. Lannes replied they had and she felt they would be chasing after them just as much. She has gotten a few to sign up for automatic payments. Wagner felt a $20 fee is not going to be much of a deterrent, but he didn’t feel a higher amount would work either. Lannes agreed, but felt they at least recoup the cost of sending out the Public Works staff for door hangers. Motioned by Wagner, seconded by Hendrickson, to adopt Ordinance 2012-003 entitled an Ordinance Establishing a Fee for Notice of Shutoff of Water Service. Ayes: Meehan, Hendrickson, Sorensen, Vetsch and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Agenda Page 8 City of Albertville Page 7 of 9 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2012 2). Attorney Update Couri reported there was one appeal with the I-94 assessments. It was for the Gerhard Knechtl property for $112,240. There are three parts to an assessment appeal: 1) the written objection which the City did receive 2) notice of appeal which was served on the City and 3) filed with District Court. He stated he would work with Knechtl’s attorney to reach an agreement and the court would refer the parties to mediation if they could not reach an agreement. These cases generally take a year or so to resolve. Should it go to trial, it would be a bench trial with a judge and not a jury trial. Couri reported that it is a pretty straight situation because the property in question had been appraised by the City’s appraiser. Couri reported he will bring Council information as he receives, but they must now wait for it to go through the process. Hendrickson asked about the costs of mediation. Couri reported they are usually fairly small. D. Public Works Director/City Engineer 1). Jet-Vac Sewer Truck Purchase Middendorf gave a presentation on the current truck and the needs for a new truck. He explained the current truck is a jet truck only with no vac and is a dual engine. He stated that if anything were to break with the truck, it would hardly be worth it to fix. He stated they are manually cleaning out the sewers of debris and it is a safety concern. Middendorf stated their goal is to prevent sewer backups into homes and keep insurance rates low. They work on one third of the city each year. Middendorf stated a new truck would save time and improve safety and will also have other uses such as cleaning out lift stations, storm sewers, assisting in water main breaks and hydro-excavating. He has researched and priced out vehicles. Hendrickson stated she is in favor of choosing the low bid, but inquired if it included all the options that staff needed. Middendorf explained the price difference in the trucks and felt the low bid did suit their needs. Agenda Page 9 City of Albertville Page 8 of 9 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2012 Meehan asked if there would be the ability to leave the jet or a portion of the truck at a job site. Middendorf stated that there are some that do have detachable trailers, but they are more expensive. Vetsch asked if shared services with other cities are possible. Middendorf explained they do already share one truck and by the time Albertville can use the truck, it is usually late in the season. Nafstad said the cost of long term leases are not cost effective. Nafstad credited the water and wastewater staff in their work in researching the vehicles. Nafstad said his biggest concern is safety and the manual cleaning in the manholes needs to end. The current truck has exceeded its useful life and has indicated some failure in the water pump. The new truck would be a twenty five year capital investment. The truck is essentially the first responder vehicle for the water and wastewater department. The City will become an MS4 city next year and will have some new requirements. Middendorf will be able to get the truck for the 2012 price, which is significantly less than what the 2013 price will be. Lannes explained the funds for the truck were put specifically into capital reserves for the water and wastewater department. Sorensen stated that both he and Vetsch sit on the Public Works Committee and were supportive of staff’s selection. Motioned by Vetsch, seconded by Sorensen, to authorize the purchase of a combination jet-vac sewer truck in the amount not to exceed $330,000. Ayes: Meehan, Hendrickson, Sorensen, Vetsch and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 2). I-94 Update Nafstad reported the project is open now and they have received a lot of favorable responses. Right-of-way fencing, restoration, and signal revisions are still to come. They have completed linking all the signals along County Road 19. Nafstad stated there was no formal ribbon cutting ceremony and he would like to put on an appreciation event for those who supported the project. Meehan thought it was a good idea. Meehan commended Nafstad for his work in the project. Nafstad suggested holding the appreciation event on Wednesday, December 12 sometime in the afternoon. He will work on the invitation list. Agenda Page 10 City of Albertville Page 9 of 9 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2012 E. City Council 1). Eagle Scout Sorensen would like to recognize Mitchell Gerads at an upcoming City Council meeting for reaching Eagle Scout. Gerads stated that Boy Scout Troop #547 has donated the wreath out in the front of the City Hall building. F. Administration - None G. Planning/Zoning - None 9. ANNOUNCEMENTS and/or UPCOMING MEETINGS November 26 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:30 p.m. December 3 Truth-In-Taxation Hearing, 6:00 p.m. City Council, 7:00 p.m. December 10 STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m. December 11 Planning and Zoning Commission, 7:00 p.m. December 17 City Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 10. ADJOURN MEETING Motioned by Sorensen, seconded by Hendrickson, to adjourn the meeting at 8:53 p.m. Ayes: Meehan, Hendrickson, Sorensen, Vetsch and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Respectfully submitted, ___________________________________ Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk Agenda Page 11 Mayor and Council Request for Action M:\Public Data\Requests for Council Actions (RCA)\2012\12 03 2012 Finance Bills Report (RCA).doc Meeting Date: December 3, 2012 November 1, 2012 SUBJECT: CONSENT (Finance) – PAYMENT OF BILLS RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION: Authorize the Monday, December 3, 2012 payment of the claims that includes check numbers 1557 EFT – 1563 EFT and checks numbered 31536 to 31567 as presented except the bills specifically pulled, which are passed by separate motion. BACKGROUND: The City processes claims on a semi-monthly basis. The bills are approved through their respective departments and administration and passed onto the City Council for approval. KEY ISSUES: Account codes starting with 810 are STMA Arena Expenses/Vendors (bolded) Check No. 31563 Sunrise Specialty Contracting – STMA Arena Joint repair and seal on building, approved by STMA Arena Board POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: It is the City’s policy to review and approve payables on a semi-monthly basis. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: City staff has reviewed and recommends approval of payments presented. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to approve all bills pursuant to Minnesota State Law, which requires all bills to be paid in a timely manner, generally within 30 days unless one party determines to dispute the billing. Department/Responsible Person: Finance/Tina Lannes, Finance Director Reviewed by: RDT Attachments: Check Register Detail Agenda Page 12 Mayor and Council Request for Action – December 3, 2012 Finance – Payment of Claims Page 2 of 5 M:\Public Data\Requests for Council Actions (RCA)\2012\12 03 2012 Finance Bills Report (RCA).doc Meeting Date: December 3, 2012 Check Detail Register December 2012 Check Amt Invoice Comment 10100 Premier Bank Paid Chk# 001557E 11/28/2012 BRAUN INTERTEC CORP E 468-49000-300 Professional Srvs (GENERAL) $20,286.75 362007 WB 94 C-D Road QA testing Total BRAUN INTERTEC CORP $20,286.75 Paid Chk# 001558E 11/28/2012 FASTENAL COMPANY E 601-49450-210 Operating Supplies (GENERAL) $7.64 MNTC486742 2 HCS 5/8 - 11 x 8 Z5 Total FASTENAL COMPANY $7.64 Paid Chk# 001559E 11/28/2012 JACKS OIL DIST., INC. E 601-49450-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip $757.23 0003547 5 gal Mobil XP220, 5 gal Mobil Shc626 Total JACKS OIL DIST., INC. $757.23 Paid Chk# 001560E 11/28/2012 MVTL LABORATORIES, INC E 601-49450-218 Testing Expenses $126.20 631036 Testing E 601-49450-218 Testing Expenses $125.40 632026 Testing Total MVTL LABORATORIES, INC $251.60 Paid Chk# 001561E 11/28/2012 RANDYS SANITATION E 810-00000-384 Refuse/Garbage Disposal $189.23 1560273 - Nov STMA Arena trash Total RANDYS SANITATION $189.23 Paid Chk# 001562E 11/28/2012 S & T OFFICE PRODUCTS E 101-41400-200 Office Supplies (GENERAL) $27.67 01PM4362 Envelopes for Elections E 101-41910-200 Office Supplies (GENERAL) $52.50 01PM4362 stapler, staples, adding machine rolls, E 101-41910-200 Office Supplies (GENERAL) $64.41 01PM4829 12" ruler, 6 x 9 envelopes Total S & T OFFICE PRODUCTS $144.58 Paid Chk# 001563E 11/28/2012 WATSON COMPANY E 810-00000-252 Food/Consessions For Resale $308.75 820093 STMA Arena Candy bars, chips, E 810-00000-252 Food/Consessions For Resale $346.80 820301 STMA Arena Chips, slush, popcorn, Total WATSON COMPANY $655.55 Paid Chk# 031536 12/3/2012 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES E 601-49450-417 Uniform Rentals $11.89 629-7620549 Uniforms Wtr E 602-49400-417 Uniform Rentals $11.89 629-7620549 Uniforms Swr E 101-45100-417 Uniform Rentals $11.89 629-7620549 Uniforms Pks E 101-43100-417 Uniform Rentals $11.89 629-7620549 Uniforms PW E 101-42000-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $5.39 629-7620551 FD mats E 810-00000-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $10.69 629-7620552 STMA Arena mats, mop, laundry E 602-49400-417 Uniform Rentals $13.57 629-7625344 Uniforms Swr E 101-45100-417 Uniform Rentals $13.57 629-7625344 Uniforms Pks E 601-49450-417 Uniform Rentals $13.57 629-7625344 Uniforms Wtr E 101-43100-417 Uniform Rentals $13.58 629-7625344 Uniforms PW E 810-00000-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $10.69 629-7625345 STMA Arena mats, mop, laundry E 101-41940-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $47.88 629-7630133 CH mats, mop, towels Total ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES $176.50 Paid Chk# 031537 12/3/2012 BCD PROPERTIES, LLC R 602-00000-99999 UNALLOCATED UTILITY $59.13 November Reimburse credit water bill for 10567 Total BCD PROPERTIES, LLC $59.13 Agenda Page 13 Mayor and Council Request for Action – December 3, 2012 Finance – Payment of Claims Page 3 of 5 M:\Public Data\Requests for Council Actions (RCA)\2012\12 03 2012 Finance Bills Report (RCA).doc Meeting Date: December 3, 2012 Check Amt Invoice Paid Chk# 031538 12/3/2012 BROCK WHITE CO. LLC. E 101-43100-402 Repair/Maint - Sidewalks $280.07 12271923-00 5 gal sealer, soft alum broom, lute Total BROCK WHITE CO. LLC. $280.07 Paid Chk# 031539 12/3/2012 CARLSON BUILDING SERVICES, INC E 101-41940-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $513.00 42435 December Monthly Cleaning Service E 101-42000-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $133.59 42435 December Monthly Cleaning FD E 468-49000-300 Professional Srvs (GENERAL) $120.24 42435 December Monthly Cleaning I-94 - Total CARLSON BUILDING SERVICES, $766.83 Paid Chk# 031540 12/3/2012 CENTURYLINK - AZ E 101-43100-321 Telephone $30.88 313117835 1112 WWTF 497-0774 E 101-42000-321 Telephone $27.89 313117835 1112 FD 497-3704 E 101-41940-321 Telephone $27.89 313117835 1112 497-3704 E 101-41940-321 Telephone $27.89 313117835 1112 CH 2 497-3695 E 101-41940-321 Telephone $26.12 313117835 1112 taxes & surcharges E 101-45100-321 Telephone $27.89 313117835 1112 PK 497-2215 E 101-41940-321 Telephone $27.89 313117835 1112 497-3486 E 601-49450-321 Telephone $29.43 313117835 1112 WWTF 497-1340 E 101-42000-321 Telephone $30.88 313117835 1112 FD 497-1340 E 101-42000-321 Telephone $29.46 313117835 1112 CH 1 497-0261 E 601-49450-321 Telephone $27.89 313117835 1112 WWTF 497-0269 E 101-41940-321 Telephone $37.83 313117835 1112 RB 497-0452 Total CENTURYLINK - AZ $351.94 Paid Chk# 031541 12/3/2012 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS E 468-49000-300 Professional Srvs (GENERAL) $128.14 835230516014 I94 5694 Main internet/phone Total CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS $128.14 Paid Chk# 031542 12/3/2012 CITY OF MONTICELLO E 101-42700-309 Animal Control Contract $288.56 0014543 October 2012 Animal Control Total CITY OF MONTICELLO $288.56 Paid Chk# 031543 12/3/2012 COBORNS E 101-42050-437 Misc. Donations $47.24 102439606 FD Jay Eull Coborns purchase Total COBORNS $47.24 Paid Chk# 031544 12/3/2012 DAVIS, JEFF E 101-42000-587 Capital - Tools $170.68 November FD Diesel Fuel Cans Total DAVIS, JEFF $170.68 Paid Chk# 031545 12/3/2012 ENGINEERING AMERICA, INC E 601-49450-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip $1,447.85 11131 9 lamps, 1 gal limeaway, 1 O-ring Total ENGINEERING AMERICA, INC $1,447.85 Paid Chk# 031546 12/3/2012 E-Z SHARP, INC E 810-00000-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip $283.00 156696 STMA Arena grinding wheels, Total E-Z SHARP, INC $283.00 Paid Chk# 031547 12/3/2012 FERGUSON WATERWORKS#2516 E 602-49400-250 Meters for Resale $167.94 0003928 Reg Ecdr 1 1/2 T10 Total FERGUSON WATERWORKS#2516 $167.94 Paid Chk# 031548 12/3/2012 JOINT POWERS BOARD E 602-49400-376 JP Fed Wtr Test $2,176.04 November 1 Fed Wtr Test E 602-49400-377 JP Fed Wtr Test Pen $48.80 November 1 Fed Wtr Test Pen E 602-49400-372 JP Dist $171,952.57 November 5 JP Dist E 602-49400-374 JP Dist Pen $2,231.85 November 5 JP Dist Pen R 602-00000-37170 WAC - City $6,003.00 November WAC E 602-49400-371 JPDIST COMBO $2,862.51 November 6 JP Dist II low E 602-49400-375 JP Access $26.97 November 4 JP Access Total JOINT POWERS BOARD $185,301.74 Paid Chk# 031549 12/3/2012 LOCATORS & SUPPLIES, INC E 601-49450-210 Operating Supplies (GENERAL) $73.82 0208658-IN Bomber Jacket ANSI Class 3 sleeves/hood Total LOCATORS & SUPPLIES, INC $73.82 Agenda Page 14 Mayor and Council Request for Action – December 3, 2012 Finance – Payment of Claims Page 4 of 5 M:\Public Data\Requests for Council Actions (RCA)\2012\12 03 2012 Finance Bills Report (RCA).doc Meeting Date: December 3, 2012 Check Amt Invoice Comment Paid Chk# 031550 12/3/2012 MJB CONCRETE LIFTING INC E 101-43100-402 Repair/Maint - Sidewalks $325.00 November Raised 5 sections of concrete West Lynwood Total MJB CONCRETE LIFTING INC $325.00 Paid Chk# 031551 12/3/2012 MN DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION E 468-49000-300 Professional Srvs (GENERAL) $1,303.75 P00001243 I - 94 Material testing & inspection Total MN DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION $1,303.75 Paid Chk# 031552 12/3/2012 NAPA AUTO PARTS E 101-42000-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip $50.70 842286 FD PB Kit E 601-49450-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip $60.54 843369 Timing Cover Seal, Qt ND30 Total NAPA AUTO PARTS $111.24 Paid Chk# 031553 12/3/2012 NORTHLAND FIRE & SECURITY E 101-41940-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $315.00 31354 CH Annual Fire Sprinkler Inspection Total NORTHLAND FIRE & SECURITY $315.00 Paid Chk# 031554 12/3/2012 NORTHLAND PCC, INC. E 101-43100-402 Repair/Maint - Sidewalks $894.67 12036 13 - Trip Hazard Repair Total NORTHLAND PCC, INC. $894.67 Paid Chk# 031555 12/3/2012 OMANN BROTHERS E 101-45100-530 Capital - Improvements $2,500.00 22964 Central park Basket Ball Ct bituminous E 602-49400-407 R/M - Water Mains $4,320.00 22994 2012 Street Patching E 604-49660-406 R/M - Collection System $920.00 22995 2012 Street Patching E 602-49400-407 R/M - Water Mains $4,000.00 22995 2012 Street Patching Total OMANN BROTHERS $11,740.00 Paid Chk# 031556 12/3/2012 PITNEY BOWES - EASYPERMIT POST E 602-49400-413 Office Equipment Rental $55.47 10/24 Meter Postage E 601-49450-413 Office Equipment Rental $122.03 10/24 Meter Postage E 604-49960-413 Office Equipment Rental $38.83 10/24 Meter Postage E 101-41400-413 Office Equipment Rental $338.36 10/24 Meter Postage Total PITNEY BOWES - EASYPERMIT $554.69 Paid Chk# 031557 12/3/2012 REDS PORTABLE TOILETS E 101-45100-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip $1,464.45 12940 Through Pick up at end of October Total REDS PORTABLE TOILETS $1,464.45 Paid Chk# 031558 12/3/2012 SCHARBER & SONS E 101-43100-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip $12.46 P04062 Knob E 101-45100-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip $177.48 P04063 Seals, Bearings, Gasket E 101-43100-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip ($31.33) P04383 Credit for Bearing E 101-43100-404 Repair/Maint - Machinery/Equip $87.25 P04385 Pressed Fl, Ball Bearing, Oil Filter Total SCHARBER & SONS $245.86 Paid Chk# 031559 12/3/2012 SCHULTE S GREENHOUSE & NURSERY E 101-45100-530 Capital - Improvements $224.44 002662 6 Maple, Freemanii, Firefall Total SCHULTE S GREENHOUSE & $224.44 Paid Chk# 031560 12/3/2012 SCR, INC - ST. CLOUD E 810-00000-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $583.33 257540 STMA Arena December Maintenance Total SCR, INC - ST. CLOUD $583.33 Paid Chk# 031561 12/3/2012 SENTRY SYSTEMS, INC. E 101-43100-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $32.06 666008 PW Monitoring Services E 101-42000-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $22.66 666008 FD Fire Alarm System Monitoring E 101-42000-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $4.22 666008 FD Fire Alarm System Daily Test Total SENTRY SYSTEMS, INC. $58.94 Paid Chk# 031562 12/3/2012 SRF CONSULTING GROUP, INC E 468-49000-300 Professional Srvs (GENERAL) $8,585.01 06796.01 - 7 I-94 WB C-D Road ending 10/31/2012 Total SRF CONSULTING GROUP, INC $8,585.01 Paid Chk# 031563 12/3/2012 SUNRISE SPECIALTY CONTRACTING, INC E 810-00000-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $3,500.00 11-12-17 STMA Arena Joint Seal Total SUNRISE SPECIALTY CONTRACTING $3,500.00 Agenda Page 15 Mayor and Council Request for Action – December 3, 2012 Finance – Payment of Claims Page 5 of 5 M:\Public Data\Requests for Council Actions (RCA)\2012\12 03 2012 Finance Bills Report (RCA).doc Meeting Date: December 3, 2012 Check Amt Invoice Comment Paid Chk# 031564 12/3/2012 T & S TRUCKING OF BUFFALO, INC E 101-43100-227 Street Sweeping $1,746.00 501 Street Sweeping Aug, Sept, Oct, Dec Total T & S TRUCKING OF BUFFALO, INC $1,746.00 Paid Chk# 031565 12/3/2012 TRYCO LEASING INC E 602-49400-413 Office Equipment Rental $20.85 6572 Copier Lease E 601-49450-413 Office Equipment Rental $45.87 6572 Copier Lease E 101-41400-413 Office Equipment Rental $125.11 6572 Copier Lease E 604-49960-413 Office Equipment Rental $16.69 6572 Copier Lease E 101-42000-412 Building Rentals/Admin Fee $94.87 6573 FD Copier lease E 604-49960-413 Office Equipment Rental $18.00 6574 Copier Lease E 602-49400-413 Office Equipment Rental $22.50 6574 Copier Lease E 601-49450-413 Office Equipment Rental $49.49 6574 Copier Lease E 101-41400-413 Office Equipment Rental $134.98 6574 Copier Lease Total TRYCO LEASING INC $528.36 Paid Chk# 031566 12/3/2012 WASTE MANAGEMENT E 101-45100-384 Refuse/Garbage Disposal $104.07 December Garbage Pks E 101-43100-384 Refuse/Garbage Disposal $82.08 December Garbage PW E 601-49450-384 Refuse/Garbage Disposal $78.33 December Garbage WWTF Total WASTE MANAGEMENT $264.48 Paid Chk# 031567 12/3/2012 WEIDNERS PLUMBING & HEATING CO E 101-41940-405 Repair/Maint - Buildings $221.00 236303 Server room - smell/battery no longer staff Total WEIDNERS PLUMBING & HEATING $221.00 10100 Premier Bank $244,502.24 Fund Summary 10100 Premier Bank 101 GENERAL FUND $10,902.07 468 CSAH 19 RAMPS/I 94 Project $30,423.89 601 SEWER FUND $2,977.18 602 WATER FUND $193,973.09 604 STORM WATER $993.52 810 STMA ARENA $5,232.49 $244,502.24 Agenda Page 16 Mayor and Council Request for Action November 28, 2012 SUBJECT: CONSENT – ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II/ACCOUNTING CLERK POSITION MOTION TO: Approve hiring Janet Rust for the full-time Administrative Assistant II/Accounting Clerk position starting Monday, December 10, 2012, at step one starting wage of $17.37 per hour with a six month probation period. BACKGROUND: The City received a total of 97 applications for the position of Administrative Assistant II/Accounting Clerk. Senior staff reviewed the applications and narrowed the field to eight candidates. Public Works Director/City Engineer Adam Nafstad, City Clerk Kimberly Olson and Finance Director Tina Lannes interviewed the eight individuals selected. Lannes’s selection of Ms. Rust was supported by those interviewing. Ms. Rust has a two year degree in Accounting along with twenty plus years of accounting and customer service experience. The position has been offered to Ms. Rust subject to Council approval. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The position is budgeted for. LEGAL ISSUES: The City Council has the authority to hire personnel. Submitted through: Tina Lannes, Finance Director Reviewed by: RDT Agenda Page 17 Albertville Parks Committee Meeting Minutes November 26, 2012 Attendees: Tim Guimont, Mark Barthel, Andy Swanson, Larry Sorensen, LeRoy Berning, Sharon Oakvik Visitor: Alan Brixius-Northwest Associated Consultants Inc. Central-Lions Park Master Plan Alan Brixius presented the latest version of the Central-Lions Park Master Plan. Motion was made by Larry Sorensen to approve the plan; Mark Barthel seconded the motion. Brixius will take the plan to the Planning Commission for public hearing on December 11. Lacrosse Fields Lacrosse organizations are looking for more space to play as the sport’s popularity increases. City would need to take away a playing field from another sport in order to accommodate. There is no current plan to build a field. Outdoor Hockey Rink Outdoor hockey rink was flooded today for the first time this season. “Little Winter Park” Sign Discussion about installing a sign at the small park that is adjacent to Winter Park, to give it better identity. Guimont will present to the committee at the next meeting a quote for a small sign that says “Little Winter Park.” Future Parks Committee Meetings Committee approved recurring meetings on the fourth Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m. as needed. Sidewalk Near Ice Arena With the future of ice arena and park expansion unclear, committee decided to wait to see what happens with those projects before moving forward with sidewalk improvements. Ice Rink Bike Rack Rink Manager Grant Fitch will need to acquire a bike rack. Christmas Decorations New Christmas decorations are up. Public works will refurbish old ones with LED lights for future use. City Trees City recently replaced two trees in Linwood Park, four boulevard trees in Towne Lakes development and one tree in Winter Park dog park. Next meeting: January 28 at 7:30 Minutes prepared by Andy Swanson, andy.swanson99@gmail.com; 763-370-2428 Agenda Page 18 Mayor and Council Request for Action M:\Public Data\Requests for Council Actions (RCA)\2012\12 03 2012 - 2013 Budget & Levy.doc Meeting Date: December 3, 2012 November 29, 2012 SUBJECT: FINANCE DEPARTMENT – 2013 PROPERTY TAX LEVY AND FINAL BUDGET RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION TO: Approve the Resolution No. 2012-051 entitled a Resolution Adopting Property Tax Levy Collectible in 2013; and, approve the Resolution No. 2012-052 entitled a Resolution Adopting the 2013 Final Budget. BACKGROUND: In June of each year, with staff preparing estimates and projections for Council workshops, which are reviewed by Council through the early fall. On September 4, 2012, the City Council adopted a Preliminary Budget of $3,096,365 and certified a Preliminary Levy of $3,205,106 to Wright County. Wright County then prepares and mails a projected tax statement to residents. On Monday, December 3, the City Council will host a public hearing, known as a Truth-In-Taxation, which the Council listens to resident comments. Following public comments, the City Council at a regularly convened meeting may approve or make adjustments to the final levy, which is then certified to Wright County for taxes payable in 2013. Coinciding with the adoption of the City’s Levy, the City Council officially adopts a 2013 Budget detailing projected revenue and expenses. KEY ISSUES: The State Auditor recommends the City have a minimum of 40% of their annual budget as reserves for cash flow. Staff continues to recommend building the general fund reserves. The primary source of increasing reserve funds would be through a general levy increase. POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: It is the City’s policy to review and approve the 2013 Budget and Final Property Tax Levy. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: In reviewing Albertville projected the 2013 budget, we anticipate maintaining the Office of the State Auditors minimum requirements of 35% of the budget in designated funds for general reserve. Although staff can work with this under the current economic status, it is recommended that the City Council continue to increase the General Funds reserve and not rely on other capital reserves to fund cash flow needs. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to approve the 2013 Property Tax Levy and Annual Budget pursuant to Minnesota State Law. Department/Responsible Person: Finance/Tina Lannes, Finance Director Reviewed by: RDT, Interim City Administrator Attachments: Resolution No. 2012-051; and Resolution No. 2012-052 Agenda Page 19 M:\Public Data\Resolutions\2012 Resolutions\R 2012-051 2012 Tax Levy collected in 2013.doc CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2012-051 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2012 TAX LEVY COLLECTIBLE IN 2013 BE IT RESOLVED by the C ouncil of the City of Albertville, County of Wright, Minnesota, that the following sums of money be levied for the current year, collectible in 2013, upon taxable property in the City of Albertville for the following purposes: Total levy $3,205,106 The City Clerk is hereby instructed to transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the county auditor of Wright County, Minnesota. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 3rd day of December 2012. Mark Meehan, Mayor Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk Agenda Page 20 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2012-052 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2013 FINAL BUDGET WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Albertville has adopted a proposed budget; and WHEREAS, the Albertville City Council has adopted a final tax levy to be placed upon the taxable property in the City of Albertville; and WHEREAS, the Albertville City Council desires to reserve within the General Fund those monies designated as capital outlays within various budget classifications, such that those monies can be disbursed only for those capital outlays so specified within the budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Albertville, Minnesota: 1. Hereby adopts the attached 2013 Annual Budget for the City of Albertville for the period January 1, 2013, through December 31, 2013. 2. All monies designated within the budget, as capital outlays shall be reserved within the Capital Reserves Fund, such that those monies can be disbursed only for those capital outlays so specified within the budget. 3. The Albertville City Council has hereby complied with Minnesota Statutes. 4. The Finance Director is hereby authorized to transmit certification of compliance with Minnesota Statutes to the Commissioner of Revenue as required. Adopted by the Albertville City Council this 3rd day of December, 2012. _____________________________________ Mark Meehan, Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________________ Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk Agenda Page 21 City of Albertville County of Wright Resolution No. 2012-052 Page 2 M:\Public Data\Resolutions\2012 Resolutions\R 2012-052 2013 Final Budget.doc 2013 PRELIMINARY BUDGET SUMMARY COMPARISON GENERAL FUND General Fund Revenue: 2012 Budget 2013 Budget Difference 12 to 13 $ Difference 12 to 13 % 31010 Current Ad Valorem Taxes 2,316,599 2,423,781 $107,182 4.63% 34113 Franchise Fee - Cable 65,000 65,000 $0 0.00% 32100 Business Licenses & Permits 16,000 20,000 $4,000 25.00% 32110 Liquor Licenses 29,000 29,150 $150 0.52% 32120 3.2 Liquor Licenses 150 150 $0 0.00% 32150 Sign Permits 2,000 1,500 -$500 -25.00% 32210 Building Permits 35,000 35,000 $0 0.00% 32240 Animal Licenses 250 250 $0 0.00% 33405 Police Aid 28,000 28,000 $0 0.00% 33406 Fire Aid 30,000 30,000 $0 0.00% 33422 Other State Aid Grants 8,200 8,200 $0 0.00% 33620 County Grants & Aids 0 0 $0 0.00% 34000 Charges for Services 8,000 2,000 -$6,000 -75.00% 34001 Administration fees 146,896 133,529 -$13,367 -9.10% 34005 Engineering As Built Fee 1,500 750 -$750 -50.00% 34101 Lease Payments - City Property 16,000 0 -$16,000 0.00% 34101 Zoning & Subdivision Fees 2,000 1,500 -$500 -25.00% 34103 Plan Check Fee 20,000 15,000 -$5,000 -25.00% 34104 Sale of Maps 50 50 $0 0.00% 34105 PID/Legal Description Requests 0 0 $0 0.00% 34106 Title Searches 500 700 $200 40.00% 34107 Fire Protection Contract Charges 116,582 154,417 $37,834 32.45% 34202 Rental Fees 5,000 5,000 $0 0.00% 34780 Other Revenues 6,000 6,000 $0 0.00% 34950 Fines & Forfeits 0 0 $0 0.00% 35000 Interest Earnings 25,000 25,000 $0 0.00% 36210 Arena 11,124 11,388 $264 2.37% 31010 Special levy 2011 113,170 0 39203 Transfer other fund I-94 Engineer 50,000 50,000 39203 Transfer other fund 102 to SAC 50,000 50,000 Total Revenues 3,102,021 3,096,365 107,514 -0.18% Agenda Page 22 City of Albertville County of Wright Resolution No. 2012-052 Page 3 M:\Public Data\Resolutions\2012 Resolutions\R 2012-052 2013 Final Budget.doc General Fund Department Expenditures: 2012 Budget 2013 Budget Difference 12 to 13 $ Difference 12 to 13 % 41100 Council 44,094 41,855 -$2,239 -5.08% 41300 Combined Administrator/Engineer 138,185 124,909 -$13,276 -9.61% 41400 City Clerk 105,040 121,258 $16,218 15.44% 41440 Elections 9,000 9,000 $0 0.00% 41500 Finance 157,474 169,155 $11,681 7.42% 41550 City Assessor 28,500 28,500 $0 0.00% 41600 City Attorney 20,000 35,000 $15,000 75.00% 41700 City Engineer 20,200 20,200 $0 0.00% 41800 Economic Development 16,000 18,000 $2,000 12.50% 41910 Planning & Zoning 21,507 31,507 $10,000 46.50% 41940 City Hall 130,250 120,855 -$9,395 -7.21% 42000 Fire Department 273,387 325,307 $51,920 18.99% 42110 Police 522,000 530,000 $8,000 1.53% 42400 Building Inspection 203,962 155,365 -$48,597 -23.83% 42700 Animal Control 6,500 4,000 -$2,500 -38.46% 43100 Public Works - Streets 425,502 449,995 $24,493 5.76% 41750 Add'l Consulting combined Admin/Eng 92,035 60,000 -$32,035 0.00% 43200 Trail Project 0 0 $0 0.00% 45000 Culture & Recreation 53,415 55,843 $2,427 4.54% 45100 Parks & Recreation 185,745 191,866 $6,121 3.30% 45000 Library Debt Service 24,300 25,151 $850 100.00% 49300 Capital Reserves 624,925 578,600 -$46,325 -7.41% Total Expenditures 3,102,021 3,096,365 -5,656 -0.18% Levy 2012 2013 Difference 12 to 13 % General Fund & EDA 2,316,599 2,423,781 4.63% Special Levy 2011 113,170 Total Tax Levy (Oper. Levy) 2,429,769 2,423,781 -0.25% 357 GO Improvement Bond 03 74,814 76,520 354 Bonds 03 PF Lease Rev 69,248 67,631 City Hall 05 278,828 277,878 GO Im Bond 07 Lachman/19/Industrial 129,113 70,157 PW Facility 04 160,500 169,139 I-94 0 120,000 Total Debt Service Levy 712,503 781,325 Debt Levy 9.66% Total Levy 3,142,272 3,205,106 Total Levy 2.00% Agenda Page 23