1990-02-05 CC Agenda/Packet0
III. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
* January 16, 1990
* January 18, 1990
* January 23, 1990
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- Possible Purchase of Used Boat arxi Motor for Pond
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- Approval of Sign for the Four Season's Park
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- Sale of Old Tool Box or Exchange for Welding Fan
- EFA Open House on Misc. Equipment
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- Other Business
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d. ADMINISTRATION
* - Income Received and Bills to be Paid
* - City of Albertville's Personnel Policy
- 3.2 Beer License for Valentine-s Dicey Dance
at Parish Center
- Gaming License Information.
* - 1990 Local. Government Forum
- Planning Commission Vacancies
- Work Meetings
1. Bond Sale -- February 12, 1990 at 7:00 p.m.
- Additional Items
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VIII. OTHER BUSINESS
* - Wright County Sheriff's Report for December 1989
* - Metro Mosquito Control News
* - RF.WINING — Public Financial Systems Newsletter
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COUNCIL MINUTES
FEBRUARY 5, 1990
The regular meeting of the Albertville City Council was called to
order by Mayor Gary Schwenzfeier. Members present included Bob Braun,
Don Cornelius, Donatus Vetsch and Jim Krystosek. Others present
included Maureen Andrews, Lorie Villareal, Bob Miller, Thore Meyer and
Ken Lindsay.
The agenda for the evening's meeting was reviewed by the Council.
Don Cornelius made the motion and Donatus Vetsch seconded it to
approve the agenda. All were in favor and the motion carried.
The minutes of the January 16th Council meeting were reviewed by
the Council. There were no corrections or additions so a motion was
made by Bob Braun and seconded by Don Cornelius to accept the minuted
of January 16th. All were in favor and the motion carried.
The minutes of January 18th were reviewed by the Council. Hearing
no corrections or additions, Jim Krystosek made a motion to approve
the minutes of January 18th. All were in favor and the motion carried.
The minutes of the special Council meeting held on January 23rd
were reviewed by the Council. Don Cornelius made a motion to approve
the minutes of January 23rd. Bob Braun seconded the motion. All were
in favor and the motion carried.
Eugene Valerius, representing the Albertville Fire Department,
was present to request $2,500.00 of merchandise for -the Fire
Department. It was noted that the Fire Department was looking at
purchasing a new type of hose that is approximately six inches in size
and will run between the fire truck and the hydrant, thereby supplying
more water to the pumper.
Eugene pointed out that Luverne Fire Trucks Service out of Rogers
would come out and look at the truck to assure proper selection of
hose and fittings for the truck. It was noted that there is a need
for approximately 150 feet of hose and fittings needed to complete the
installation because of the 300 feet spacing between hydrants.
It was also pointed out that there was a leaky valve on one of
the vehicles and Luverne Fire Truck Service would be looking at that
as well and would be making a repair if necessary.
Hearing no other comments or questions a motion was made by Don
Cornelius and seconded by Donatus Vetsch to purchase the 150 feet of
hose and the necessary fittings. All were in favor and the motion
carried.
The Council heard from the Maintenance Department next.
Ken informed the Council that he had found a used boat and motor
for the pond system. It is a 12 foot boat and has a 7.5 hours gvinrude
Motor on it. Ken noted that it is an older model boat and motor but
that the party was asking $400.00 without negotiations. It was noted
that the party would likely accept a lower bid if approached.
The boat and motor would be used at the Wastewater Treatment
Facility for the copper sulfate treatment prior to the liquid alum
treatment. As noted before the ponds contain a high level of algae
which holds the liquid alum up and therefore leaving phosphorus levels
too high for discharging purposes, therefore delaying the discharge
schedule.
It was noted that City could easily make of the difference of the
boat and motor in what the City will be saving because the copper
sulfate treatment should eliminate the multiple liquid alum treatments
that the Maintenance Department has had to do in the past. Ken pointed
out that liquid alum cost approximately $.85 a gallon and that they
use between 400 and 1,000 gallons of alum per treatment depending on
phosphorus level, which is directly related to the amount of algae
found in the ponds. The total cost of the copper sulfate treatment
runs about $100.00 with approximately 100 to 150 pounds of copper
sulfate being used per treatment.
Ken was questioned why the second boat was needed since the City
already owns the pontoon. He pointed out that first of all the smaller
boat is easier to control during the treatment process and secondly
that because the copper sulfate is an acid it is hard on the pontoon
and the pontoon is harder to clean up after the treatment. He also
noted that the smaller boat would also be able to be used in checking
the pond that is non -accessible from a boat landing.
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There was a question regarding how the copper sulfate treatment
was done. Ken explained that the copper sulfate is a granulated
material and is dispersed by dragging a gunny sack behind the boat. He
noted that the copper sulfate attacks the algae and therefore reduces
the phosphorus level.
Ken noted that this treatment is a "trial and error" process and
that it will take some time to perfect the treatment. Thore Meyer
agreed with this statement, noting that it appears that the treatment
is necessary.
Hearing no other discussion or comments a motion was made to
approve the purchase of the boat. A motion was made by Don Cornelius
and seconded by Jim Krystosek to purchase the boat and motor provided
that the motor is in good working condition and that the City could
obtained a clear title for the equipment. All were in favor and the
motion carried.
Ken next presented to the Council for their review only a sign
for the Four Seasons Park. He informed that the Council that Franklin
Outdoor Advertising was donating the sign for the new park and would
like to get started as soon as possible before they got into the busy
season.
It was noted that the Park Board had suggested a sign that
represented the use of the park during each of the seasons so the sign
showed different activities for each of the seasons. Keith Franklin,
after reviewing the sign suggested selling the park itself, noting
that if people are interested in the park they will stop and see what
is there. He suggested reducing the sign to indicate just the name of
the park, because otherwise the sign becomes too "busy".
It was noted that the Park Board would be reviewing the sign. at
their next meeting. The Council pointed out that the actual_ design of
the sign should be a Park Board decision and that it does not need to
come back to the Council for final. approval. The Council will accept
whatever the Park Board decides.
Ken discussed a steamer purchase with the Council. He and. Don
Cornelius went to American Pressure in Wayzata to look at some used
steamers. There were several models, one was an Alkota Model 90 and an
Slectromagic Model 100. The Alkota model 90 is a demo and the best of
the. two. The Electromagic Model 100 could be gone through except for
the coil. The coil is the heart of the steamer and there would be no
guarantee on that part of the steamer.
The steamer would be used to clean the liquid alum off the
pontoon and for opening plugged storm sewers. Ken stated that he has
been cleaning the pontoon at the car wash, but that the boat has very
little clearance for getting in and out of the car wash. He noted that
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because of the lack of room in the car wash it is difficult to get the
pontoon clean.
It was noted that the steam will take the liquid alum off the
pontoon a lot better then water and that it would be more convenient
to clean the pontoon in the storage building then having to bring it
in to town for cleaning. The steamer can also be used for opening
frozen culverts and storm sewers and for cleaning other equipment.
It was noted that the City would need to purchase at least 25
feet of hose, 4 fittings and some pipe for thawing culverts, as well
as a barrel will also be needed for a water reserve.
American Pressure will give a price of $1,500.00 for the steamer
if approved at meeting and it would good until 8 am on Tuesday
morning. They would charge $1.95 a foot for the hose and $16.00 for 4
fittings for a total $1,575.75. There would be be a guarantee on the
steamer but Ken would check to be sure about the length of the
warranty.
It was suggested that it would be a good ideal to have the
steamer demonstrated out here in the maintenance shop to assure that
it will operate off the City`s generator.
Don Cornelius made a motion to approve the purchase of the Alkota
'1 Model 90 steamer for $1,500.00 plus 25 feet of hose and 4 fittings,
with a warranty. Jim Krystosek seconded the motion. All were in favor
and the motion carried.
The Council next discussed the sale of the old. tool box from the
old pickup. Ken informed the Council that he had come across a. welding
fan for $25.00 and the party selling the fan was interested in
exchanging the fan for the toolbox. Because of the price for new tool
boxes the Council felt that the price was fair and agreed that Ken
exchange the box for the fan.
The Council had a copy of the EFA Open House invitation in their
packets. Ken asked if anyone was interested in attending the open
house and suggested that the Council might want he to attend to see if
there was any information that might be useful for the development of
the new park. After some limited discussion it was decided that no one
from the City would go to the open house.
The Council briefly discussed. the Beaudry property for the
location of the Maintenance Shop. Thore pointed out that they had
completed the survey of the property so they knew where the wetlands
were located-
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There was some discussion regarding whether or not the property
would work for the City"s purpose. It was noted that the location was
good but that we would not know how the soils would be for the
footings of the building until after soil borings were completed.
It was noted that the City would likely be able to put a building
on the site, provided that area was prepared properly. It was noted
that it would be likely that the old soils would need to be dug out,
grave]. hauled in and compacted and then, the slab pours so to get a
good foundation for the building.
There was some discussion regarding how much the soil borings
would cost for the property and what would be the next step to
completing the project. It was suggested that before soil borings were
ordered that it might be advisable to meet with a representative of
the DNR to see what property they would consider to be allowed to be
filled. It was decided that Thore, Maureen and Bob would meet with
Dale Holmuth sometime before the next meeting to get his opinion on
the property.
It was pointed out that there were some serious time constraints
with the decision making process because of the pending Sheriff's Sale
of the property. The Council agreed to move forward with the process,
pending the outcome of the meeting with the DNR.
^ The Council next reviewed and approved the income received and
the bills to be paid. There were several questions regarding bills
which when reviewed were clarified for the Council. Hearing no other
questions or comments a motion was made by Donatus Vetsch and seconded
by Don Cornelius to approve checks 10188 through 10233. All were in
favor and the motion carried.
A Limited 3.2 Beer License was approved for St. Albert's
Valentine Dance for February 10, 1990. The motion to approve the
license was made by Donatus Vetsch and seconded by Jim Krystosek. All
were in favor and the motion carried.
The Council next reviewed the 1990 Gaming Licenses. As requested
by the Council, Maureen had checked with other cities to see what was
being charged for the license. The Council was informed that there
were a variety of charges as well as several cities who do not charge
for the license.
The Council asked what options we had regarding the fees
established. Bob Miller noted that the Council could make a change to
the fee if they so desired. It was noted that it would be done through
an amendment to the resolution establishing the charge.
A motion was made by Jim Krystosek and seconded by Don Cornelius
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to amend the fees reverting the fee of the license to $30.00 per
machine for 1990 and review the costs associated with the licensing
process for 1991- All were in favor and the motion carried.
The next item before the Council was the Local Government Forum
to be held in St. Cloud on February 22, 1990. It was pointed out that
this conference was attended by four of the Council members the year
before and that it had proven to be very informative.
It was decided that Donatus Vetsch, Maureen Andrews would attend
the Conference for sure and that Don Cornelius would let Maureen know
if he would be able to attend.
The Council reviewed the applications for the Planning Commission
vacancies. The Council was informed that two applicants had applied
for the two vacancies currently open on the Commission. It was also
noted that Don Berni_ng had also indicated that he was interested in
getting off the Commission if there was someone willing to fill his
seat. The Council was informed that LeRoy Berning had picked up an
application the morning of the Council meeting but had not returned it
for the Council's consideration.
After reviewing the two applications a motion was made by Donatus
Vetsch and seconded by Bob Braun to appoint Tom Haller and Rick Bishop
to the two vacancies on the Planning Commission. All were in favor and
the motion carried.
The Council was informed that there would be a meeting on Monday,
February 12, 1.990 for the sale of the 1990 bonds.
The Council next approved a resolution for the Joint Powers Board
pertaining to fees charged for water line inspections. The resolution
established new language for the cash escrow for plan reviews to be
determined by the Joint Power's Clerk and set a surcharge of $50.00
for all inspections appointments that are not made 24 hours in
advance.
A motion was by Donatus Vetsch and seconded by Jim Krystosek to
approve the resolution. All were in favor and the motion carried.
The Council briefly discussed recycling, containers, and
recyclable items and what action the City wants to take in developing
the recycling plan. It was noted that that there was a recycling
meeting at the County Courthouse on Wednesday, February 14th. No
action was taken on this matter.
The Council. next received an update on the Fraser Steel. The
Council was informed that there was a meeting between Dan Wilson, Rod
Fraser. and his attorney regarding the Tax Increment Financing
Development Agreement. The Council was also informed that they would
be seeing a Developer's Agreement for the Conditional Use
Permit --Planned Unit Development and the Loan Agreement for the State
of Minnesota's Economic Recovery Fund monies.
The next issue discussed by the Council was the correction to the
1990 Annual Budget. It was pointed out that there was a $1.4,400.00
error in the budget in the Street Maintenance category. The budget
reflected $16,000.00 for street maintenance when it should have been
$1,600.00. It was noted that there were several options the Council
could take to correct the budget, which included the following:
1. The money could be transfer over to the Building Fund
for the future public buildings.
2. The money could be used in the Street Fund for the
purposes of Sealcoating and/or Storm Sewer Cleaning.
3. A corrected levy could be sent to the County
representing what the Street Department should actually
have budgeted.
After some discussion it was decided that the 1990 budget should
be amended to reflect the following change:
That $10,000.00 be transferred into the Building Fund; and
that $4,400.00 should be transferred from Street Maintenance
to Seal Coating for future projects.
A motion to amend the budget accordingly was made by Donatus
Vetsch and seconded by Bob Braun. All were in favor and the motion
carried.
The Council asked what had happen with the Building Permits still
being held by Loren Kohnen. Maureen informed the Council that a letter
had been sent but she had still not received any of the permit
information. The Council requested that an additional letter be sent
certified delivery requesting that the permits be turned over to the
City.
Jim Krystosek informed the Council that the Boy Scouts are
looking for some Community Service projects. Any suggestions should be
turned over to Jim for the Boy Scout projects.
The next issue discussed that Albertville Personnel Policy. Bob
MIller pointed out that the changes reflected in the Councils copy of
the policy were his suggestions to better reflect the operation of the
City and allow future Councils the flexibility to make changes to the
policy as they seem f i.t .
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As pointed out at the end of the policy there were 5 points of
discussion that Bob felt the Council_ needed to discuss and consider.
These points included:
1. Special language regarding the City Administrator. -- Bob
noted that the City Administrator-s position is annually
appointed and therefore should not be treated the same as
other city employment. He noted that the Administrator
typically serves at the will of the Council and under a
separate contract with the Council. It was noted that the
Council can by resolution implement the standards of the
personnel policy into the employment contract with the City
Administrator (i.e. vacation, sick leave etc.).
2. Administrator's authority regarding disciplinary action
without Council approval. -- Bob suggested that as the City
takes on more city employees that the Council may not want to
deal with the day-to-day disciplinary action of employees and
leave it to the Administrator to take proper action to
correct any problems that may occur. If the Council
determines that this is something they want to include in the
policy additional language will need to be included in the
policy.
3. Language which allows the Council to make changes to policy
as deemed necessary. -- Because the Personnel Policy becomes
a condition of employment for employees the Council should
reserve the right to make changes to the policy whenever it
is determined necessary and without special language allowing
for such change the Council would not be allowed to make
changes that would effect existing employees without making
it a violation of the employee contract.
4. The inclusion of an Organizational Chart as part of the
Personnel Policy. -- Bob suggested that an organizational
chart be included as a visual tool representing the hierarchy
of authority. This chart is typically found in all Personnel
Policies.
5. Provides special language regarding the fact that the City is
not governed by the merit system under State Statute; Chapter
44. -- Bob noted that some cities operate under the Merit
System which is similiar to the federal civi.l service system
providing for special conditions of employment, promotions,
demotions and dismissal. The language provides for the fact
that the Personnel Policy is a general state of policy and
not a condition of any ongoing binding employment contract.
Bob pointed out that the changes he is recommending to the
Personnel Policy are all. policy decisions for the Council to consider
and that the Council can accept them through the incorporation of them
or strict any or all of them, which ever they seemed fit.
Also as part of the Personnel Policy, Bob suggested that the
Le-aom of.Ninnesota Cities article regarding personnel policies should
be made part of the City's file.
There was a great deal of discussion regarding the policy and the
recommended changes.
It was pointed out that because of the size of the City that in
the case of grievance it might be easier for an employee to go
directly to a Council Liaison person instead of the City
Administrator. Bob pointed out that he felt that the Administrator is
the focal point for the Council and that it is important that this
person serve as point of reference for these types of problems without
necessary involving the Council. He also noted that there has to be a
chain of command within the City and that the Administrator should be
a key representative within the organization.
Ken pointed out that he was concerned about how the Personnel
Policy would effect him because policies have been established in the
past that have since been changed. It was noted that up until this
point no formal policy has been in effect and therefore not binding.
Bob noted that the Personnel Policy functions as the rules and
policies under which the City operates.
Ken pointed out that he felt that the Personnel Policy was far to
one sided, protecting the City and Council but limiting the protection
of the employee. Bob noted that the Personnel Policy is a Management
Tool_ which truly protects both the City and the employee.
The next point brought up was that of a Grievance Board. Ken
comment that he felt that the employees were being left without any
protection for decisions made by the Council. He questioned what
option would the employee have if they did not agree with an action
taken by the Council if the Grievance Board is eliminated. Bob pointed
out that the purpose of the Board is to deal with issue that are not
directly related to Council action and in all cases the final decision
is always the Counci.l`s.
It was questioned what would happen when there was a complaint
against the Council. Bob Miller noted that as hard as it might be to
understand that Council can not surrender their authority of action
and that in all cases they are the employer and their decision stands.
It was again noted that the Grievance Board does not override the
policy maker's decision.
Ken state that the employees felt that that the rights and protection
of the employees are being violated with the adoption of this
Personnel Policy. This point was argued that the policy is for the
protection of the employee because it establishes the guidelines for
day-to-day operations of the City.
Bob noted that this Council can not and should not ever lock in
any future Councils from making changes to the policy because
conditions changes and they should have the ability to react to these
changes.
At this point, Maureen asked that it made made part of the record
that at no time did any employee come to her to discuss the Personnel
Policy and their concerns, but instead went to one or two of the
Council members to raise their points of concern. It was noted that
some of the points being raised may have been able to be clarified if
they had.
After some additional discussion it was agreed that the policy
should be tabled until the next meeting so that Council would have
additional time to review the recommended changes.
Ken requested that it be noted that as an employee of the City he
felt that following issues need to be reconsidered by the Council
prior to final action. These issues include:
1. The Grievance procedure being proposed by the Personnel
Policy.
2. Sick Leave Buy Out.
3. Vacation Leave.
4. The issue of At Will Employees.
Ken thank the Council for their time in reviewing the Policy and
asked if there was anything else he was needed for.
The last issue discussed by the Council was the need for a light
at the intersection of C.A.S.H. 37 and 19 and the 1-94 ramps. It was
noted that this area is extremely dark and should have some type of
lighting installed. Maureen was asked to contact the Minnesota
Department of Transportation to see if they could put in lighting to
effectively light the on and off ramps of I-94.
Hearing no other questions or comments a motion was made to
adjourn the meeting. The motion was made by Jim Krystosek and seconded
by Donatus Vetsch. All were in favor and the motion carried.
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CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
P. O. BOX 131
ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA 55301
PHONE: (612) 497-3384
COUNCIL MINUTES
JANUARY 16, 1990
The regular meetingg of the Albertville City Council was called to
order by Mayor Gary Schwenzfeier. Members present included Bob Braun,
Don Cornelius, Donatus Vetsch and Jim Krystosek. Others present
included Maureen Andrews, Lorie Villareal, Bob Miller and Kevin
Mealhouse.
The agenda for the evening's meeting was reviewed by the Council.
Donatus Vetsch made a motion and Don Cornelius seconded it to approve
the agenda. All were in favor and the motion carried.
The minutes of the January 2nd Council meeting were reviewed by
the Council. There were no corrections or additions, so a motion was
made by Jim Krystosek to approve the minutes of January 2nd. Don
Cornelius seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion
carried.
The representative from the Roger's Area Chamber of Commerce was
not present at the meeting.
Kevin Mealhouse was present for a discussion with the Council
concerning the status of the current and past building permits. He
indicated that there would not be any problems with taking over the
inspections.
A question was asked about the fees on inspection jobs. Kevin
commented that Loren can only charge for the inspections that he
actually did. He went on to say that some inspections can be combined
if several inspections are needed at one location and that he will
charge only for the inspection work that he does. He is responsible
only for what he signs off on on the inspection card.
During their discussion, the Council felt that if the City pulls
in one permit, then they need to pull in all of theermits. They felt
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that only so much time should be given to finalize those permits that
only need a final inspection.
Don Cornelius made a motion stating that outstanding building
Permits, those that only a need a final inspection be done by Loren
and the permits then turned over to the City by the council meeting on
February 5, 1990. Don amended his motion to have these final
inspections done by February 1st after hearing that it was the general
consensus of the Council that this was enough time to get the work
completed. Bob Braun then seconded the motion. All were in favor and
the motion carried.
The Council also agreed that Loren should be contacted to turn
over all permits that have not been completed and that all outstanding
bills be brought up to date and turned over to the City by February
1st.
Make our City ........ Your Cit v
We invite Home, Industry, Business
A motion was made by Jim Krystosek and seconded by Donatus Vetsch
to contact Loren to bring all outstanding bills up to date and to turn
over all permits that have not been completed by February 1st. All
were in favor and the motion carried.
The Council also agreed that at least a copy of the records needs
to be brought in by Monday, January 22nd and turned over to Kevin at
that time.
Sheriff Donald Hozempa was present at the meeting. After
introducing himself, Sheriff Hozempa told the Council that he would be
glad to answer any questions that the City or the Council might have.
Sher ff guzempa stat d 4r, h w- 5 years old and star ed as a
de uty wlt9 the county n 9 n 57V he was promoted to Sergeant,
and in 1985 to Lieutenant. In August, 1989 he was appointed by the
County Board to position of Sheriff after the death of Darrell Wolff.
Sheriff Hozempa assured the Council that the level of service
received when Sheriff Wolff was in office would continue as long as he
is in charge. He also assured the Council that the level of
communications would remain as open as they are now.
A question from a Council member asked whether or not it was
possible to have more Saturday and Sunday patrol, especially during
the summer months?
Sheriff Hozempa answered that anything is possible - some things
may need to be rearran ed but that would not be too difficult. The
Sheriff stated that cabs for Albertville for 1989 were up by more
than 100 calls. Also, being that Ostego Township now has its own
hours, it frees up a car for some available hours elsewhere. It is
possible to combine with other communities for extra coverage. Ostego
Township is on a 40 hour contract per week but a car is run all seven
days.
Sheriff Hozempa commented that twenty-six thousand calls come
into dispatch a year and that twenty-five thousand other calls come in
to be filtered out to other areas. There are three consoles in the
communications center. He went on to comment that criminal damage is
up all over the County. For instance, 79 breakins have occurred on
lakes with fish houses being broken into. That is up considerably.
Also, littering on lakes has become a big problem.
Another question asked was what about the problems out at the
Wastewater Treatment Facility?
Sheriff Hozempa told the Council that the deputies are now
logging whenever they patrol by the facility. He agreed that it is
very annoying when driving on the dikes keeps occurrin . He stated
that the City may indeed have to move the fence but that it may in the
long run cause more expense by having to repair the fence each time
the incident occurs.
A Council member asked if there were any ordinances that are a
problem to enforce?
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should not both departments try to work together?
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Sheriff Hoaempa stated that it would help if deputies would take
the initiative to pitch in and help wherever they are needed. If they
are not doing their jobs, then call Sheriff Hoaempa immediately. He
stressed that, please, do not let the problem get old but address it
immediately.
At this point there were no more questions and Sheriff Hoaempa
thanked the Council for the opportunity to address their meeting.
There was no update from the Maintenance Department.
There was no update from the Engineering Department.
Mr. Mary Vetsch owner of the Albertville Bar and Mrs. Arlene
Woods, owner of the 152 Club, were present to discuss the increase in
liquor license fees.
Mr. Vetsch stated that he felt the business owners should have
been notified beforehand of the upcoming increase in the fees. He
questioned whether or not the City felt that this was a common
courtesy.
to be involvedBoinMiorderCotoenaallowhathesepuincreases. aureen also
commented that the issue of increasing the liquor license fees was
discussed at budget meetings and due to the lateness of the time
element, the Council did not even have time to think about what effect
this increase would have on the business owners or that the business
owners would like to be informed of the forthcoming increase.
Mr. Vetsch stated that raising the on sale liquor license from
$1500 to $2000 was a 33% increase. He questioned why the increase all
at once - why could not it have been negotiated over a 3 to 5 year
span. Then it would have been put into some kind of perspective.
business.Went The on
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haasthlosteone licensea bar wthiser lyeartalreadymwithtthe closing of Ronay's.
The business owners were told that the license has not increased
for at least eight years and it was time to review the fee. Maureen
Pointed out to the business owners some of the fees that other
surrounding cities are charging and that Albertville was just getting
themselves current.
have Tbeenbunotifiedwfirstaoflthetupcomingtincreaseelsotthatttheyscould have allowed for some cushion in their own budgets.
A Council member argued the point that the businesses do not
notify their customers when they raise their prices.
sta,eeethsthat
iasao33restulincreaesndthy are not % incaeanAwounot cause major complaints from customers.
Mr. Vetsch stated that a $500 increase in one year is not
reasonable and he would like to have some kind of justification. He
felt that instead of seeing the 33% increase the fee could have been
raised according to what the current rate of inflation is.
1000Mincreasetbut thenmknockedtittdown Council
becausentheysfeltlthat that was too substantial of an increase.
It was then the general consensus of the Council that notifying
the business owners would present no problem if the City was
foreseeing a substantial increase in the liquor license fees.
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The business owners then challenged the increase in the gaming
license. They felt that the increase from $30 per machine to $50 per
machine is a pretty steep jump.
Maureen commented that the gaming license was raised in 1986 to
$30 per machine and that it was basically a Council decision to raise
the fee to $50 per machine.
At this point, Mr. Vetsch passed out to the members of the
Council some information on court cases that involved the gaming fee.
He requested that the Council read the information and then respond by
giving him some kind of justification for the increase.
A member of the Council asked Mr. Vetsch where did the
information that was presented to the Council come from?
Mr. Vetsch answered that the information came from the gaming
people but that he thought it was really irrelevant to the issue.
Mr. Vetsch and Mrs. Woods commented that the cities of St.
Michael and Monticello do not assess a charge for having gaming
machines. Why does the City of Albertville? What is reasonable and
what are the guidelines used in determining this license and its fee?
Bob Miller responded by saying that there was no disagreement
with what is being said in the information. It correctly states the
law. He said that cities are not required to license gamin machines
but it is generally a good idea. A lot of cities do char*e to fees.
There are, of course, those that do not. The justification in this is
that the potential is there for problems - especially with young
people.
Mr. Vetsch commented that if the license fee stays where it is
now at, then he and Mrs. Woods would like to see justification for
that in black and white. Mrs. Woods pointed out that some of the
gaming machines are rotated every 3 to 6 months because people get
burned out on the same machines and want something new. They only pay
for "x" amount of locations (each bar has 5 machines).
Council member Donatus Vetsch was asked who pays for the license?
To this, Mr. Vetsch stated that the fee is split 50/50 with the
bar owner and the gaming ppeopple but it really does not matter who is
paging the fee. That iparticular fact is not the issue and is not the
business of the Council s.
Bob Miller commented that there are some administrative costs
involved with issuing this license and probably some policing costs,
theiro. BaJudgementitinsa Council determiningdwhether sion ordnotetheulicenselforegaming
machines can be charged.
To this, Mr. Vetsch commented that he could understand some
administrative costs but as far as the policing goes, he has not been
seeing this done - not anytime during the time that he has been a
business owner in Albertville. There still needs to be some reasonable
Justification.
A comment from Mrs. Woods concerning minors stated that, with the
law change, minors under the age of 18 can come into a bar without
their parents to eat or to play the gaming machines. They just can not
drink. They do not recommend minors in the bar late at night, however.
Bob said that the costs can be combined - some administrative,
some policing. He felt that a $50 fee would be sustainable in court.
He cautioned the Council, however, that the City can not raise revenue
this way - they can only reimburse their expenses.
page 4
The other alternative the Council has is if they want to
reconsider the license fee. The Council agreed that they would check
out some fee charges from other cities for themselves and have this
information available for the next meeting. No further action was
taken at this point.
There was no update from the Legal Department.
The income received and the bills to be paid were reviewed by the
Council. Other than a question about the engineering bills, there were
no other questions or corrections.
Don Cornelius made a motion to approve the income received and
the bills to be paid. Befgre there was a second to the motion, the
issue o clarifying the overtime came up.
The Council would like to see the Maintenance Department write
down their reasons for the overtime. It was discussed and agreed upon
that Ken and Ray's overtime up to the first of the year be paid off
and their overtime from the first be held until the next pay period.
Lorie's overtime can be taken in time off since she does not
accumulate much time other than Council meetings.
Don Cornelius then amended his motion to approve the income
received and the bills to be paid to include the fact that Ken and
Ray's overtime be paid off up to the first of the year and the
overtime from the first be held until the next pay period. Lorie's
overtime can be taken in time off. Donatus Vetsch seconded the motion.
All were in favor and checks 10141 through 10185 were paid.
Approval of the Personnel Policy was tabled until the next
meeting.
The Council approved the 1990 Budget next.
Don Cornelius made the motion and Bob Braun seconded it to
approve the 1990 Budget. All were in favor and the motion carried.
Budget waslGmadeobyaDonoCorneliusalJimeKrystosek0seconded 1990 Annual
All were in favor and the motion carried.
Work meetings will be held on Tuesday, January 16th at 7:00 p.m.
and on Tuesday, January 23rd at 7:00 p.m.
A joint meeting with the Council and the Planning Commission will
be held on Thursday, January 18th to discuss a conditional use permit
for NSP to relocate a power line for the MN/DOT cold weather regional
test facility.
nym6torwtioislaals llerlBiteesteon Jauar2h.Moeinformaonvilabeifayoneisnrd
in attending.
Gary and Maureen are scheduled to meet with the City of Hanover
next Monday regarding the recycling issue.
It was decided that a meeting with the garbage haulers should be
done in a work meeting.
Maureen gave the Council a brief update on what was happening
with the storm water drainage issue.
The Compilation of Statements for the months of March through
October 1989 were included in the packet for the Council's review.
PAGE 5
The Minnesota Association of Small Cities newsletter was included
in the packet for the Council's review.
There was no other business so a motion to ada'ourn the meeting
was made by Bob Braun and seconded by Don Cornelius. All were in favor
and the meeting adjourned.
PAGE 6
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
P. O. BOX 131
ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA 55301
PHONE: (612) 497-3384
-JOINT MEETING
OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
AND
CITY COUNCIL
A joint meeting of the Planning Commission and City Council was called to
order by Mayor Gary Schwenzfeier. Member of the Council present included Jim
Krystosek, Donatus Vetsch, Don Cornelius and Bob Braun. Members of the
Planning Commission present included Donatus Vetsch, Mark Daleiden, Don
Berning and Kevin K alhouse. Others present included Maureen Andrews.
The minutes should also note that Bernard and Judy Roden, David Callahan
of NSP and Ron Bray of the Minnesota Department of Transportation were also
present.
A motion was made by Donatus Vetsch and seconded by Dori Cornelius to open
the public hearing on the Condition Use Permit for the Relocation of the NSP
Electrical Transmission Line. All were in favor and the motion carried.
Mr. Callahan reviewed with the Council and the Planning Commission the
Proposed plan for the relocation of the NSP Powerline and its relationship
with the MN/DOT's Cold Weather Regional Testing Facility. It was explained
that at the time the testing facility was proposed it did not appear that
there would be any need to relocate the Powerline, but after further study it
was determined that because of the sensitivity of the monitoring equipment be
used in conjunction with the test facility that the line would need to be
moved approximately 5W feet away from the test facility.
In reviewing the County requirements NSP was informed that the lines
would need to be located approximately 8 feet from the railroad right-of-way
because of the C.,rxanty's intent to upgrade County State Aid Highway (C.S.A.H.)
37. It was noted that the line within the City limits would be located along
C.S.A.H 37 to the corner of the quarter section line (at the corner of the
Westwind Subdivision) and then would run north along the section line to where
it would reconnect with the existing line.
Make our City........ Your Citv
We invite Home, Industry, Business
The Council and the Planning Commission reviewed a copy of the Planning
Report prepared by Northwest Associated Consultants, which noted that this
Proposal, trx919h not being the most favorable choice was acceptable for the
purposes of future planning. There was some discussion regarding the other
Proposals presented and why they had not been selected.
It was noted that the proposed plan would have the north/south portion of
the line located along the same section line that divides the Roden`s property
in the same fashion as they would propose in the event that they would sell
the 100 acres that are currently for sale. It was rioted that in the event that
the property is sold that the power line's location would be factored into the
design of the platting procedure and would also serve as a property line.
Mr. Callahan noted that the design for the new transmission line would
call for a single pole construction instead of the current two pole
construction that exists.
There were some questions from the Planning Commission and Council
regarding the easements required when a transmission line such as this is
located. Mr. Callahan noted that there is usually a 75 foot maximaam easement
required (33.5 feet on each side of -the line) to meet the safety standards,
Provided by the Natural Electric Safety Code.
A question was raised regarding the length of time the testing facility
would be used. To this question Mr. Bray noted that the initial phase of the
study is expected to be 20 years by that there is a chance the facility will
be used longer.
Mr. Bray also noted that the facility will test for pavement design and
would consist of 23 test sections which will each be 500 feet in length. In
addition there will be and a frontage road constructed that will 2 miles in length
will provide for 17 pavement design section to test pavements that are
similiar to what cities and townships use in street construction.
It was questioned why tree quarter section line was used instead of different location. It was again noted that this is the la
and that is currently
for sale and it was also noted that if the line was moved any further west it
would be to close the Roden's home. Mr. Roden noted that the proposed
location of the line would not be any closer to their home that it is now, but
instead of being run across their land at an angle it would run on a sect line. ion
There was a question regarding the issue of comPeensation. NSP noted that
they would be purchases any of the easemerit that was needed and not located in
the public right-of-way.
inThere was a question regarding whether or not the power line would
terfere with the transmission of television signals. It was rioted that the
two sources of power are on different frequencies and therefore should not the
television reception should not be effected at all.
PAGE 2
Hearing no other questions or cements a motion was made to close the
Public hearing. The motion was made by Don Cornelius and seconded by Jim
Krystosek. All were in favor and the motion carried.
A motion was made by Kevin Mealhouse and seconded by lion Berning to
recommend the approval of the Conditional Use Permit for NSP. All were in
favor and the motion carried.
A motion was then made by Don Cornelius and seconded by Bob Braun to
accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and aPProve t-ie
Conditional Use Permit for the NSP transmission line. All were in favor and
the motion carried.
Kevin Mealhouse requested that NSP contact North Memorial regarding the
relocation of the power line so that in the case of an air lift emergency tha
line. t
the hospital's Air Ambulance would know about the new location of the power
Hearing no other questions or comments a motion was made by Don Cornelius
and seconded by Jim Krystosek to adjourn the meeting. All were in favor and
the motion carried.
PAGE 3
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
P. 0. BOX 131
ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA 55301
PHONE: (612) 497-3384
SPECIAL COUNCIL MINUTES
JANUARY 23, 1990
A special meeting of the Albertville City Council was called to
order by Mayor Gary Schwenzfeier. Members present included Jim
Krystosek, Donatus Vetsch, Don Cornelius and Bob Braun. Others present
included Maureen Andrews
The purpose of the meeting was to call for the sale of two bonds
for the financing of GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1990 for
the 1989 street improvement ppro'ects and the permanent financin for
INCRF1987AMENT GENERADS LFOBLIIGGATION TEMP08RARY BOND and GENERAL OBLIGATIO0 TAX
A motion was made by Don Cornelius and seconded by Bob Braun to
approve the RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLIC SALE OF THE GENERAL
OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1990 in the amount of $435,000.00. All
were in favor and the motion carried.
A motion was made by Don Cornelius and seconded byy Bob Braun to
approve the RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLIC SALE OF THE GENERAL
OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT BONDS OF 1990 in the amount of $270,000.00.
All were in favor and the motion carried.
The Council also discussed the possible remodeling of the City
Hall. It was suggested that a couple members of the Council meet with
Mr. Ken Wacker to review the plans for remodeling to determine what
materials would be needed. There was also some discussion about
contacting some of the local builders to see about getting quotes on
the construction cost associated with the project.
motion made other business Cornelius andmsecondedabymDonatusdVetsch. All
were in favor and the motion carried.
Make our City........ Your City
We invite Home, industry, Business
FEF
Earl F. Andersen & Assoc., Inc.
9808 James Circle
Bloomington, Minnesota 55431
Phone 612-884-7300 MN Wats 1-800-862-6026
OPEN HOUSE
Dates: February 21st and 22nd, 1990
Times: 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
PRODUCTS ON DISPLAY
Playground Equipment
Site Furnishings
Dock Systems
Nature Walks
Resilient Surfacing
Bleachers
Scoreboards
Architectural Signs
(Interior and Exterior)
Traffic Signs
Street Name Signs
Off Street Parking Signs
School Signs
Park Signs
Custom Signs
Sign Post Systems
Construction Signs
Barricades/Flashers
Traffic Cones
Safety Fence
Paint Stripers
Traffic Marking Paint
Presentation on "Traffic Paint" 10:00 A.M. & 1:30 P.M.
Door Prize
Both Days
Park and Recreation Equipment
Fitness Systems
Site Furnishings
Leisure Environments
Bleacher/Stadium Seating
Interior/Exterior Signage
Traffic Products
Custom Signs and Markings
Traffic Marking Products
NOTE: Invite anyone who may be
interested in reviewing these products.
Please Return Enclosed Reply Card.
REFRESHMENTS
Complete consulting design, layout and installation services.
SEWER ACCOUNTS•
WAYNE RAINS 1••
10.00
!SE C' Is• a-
h 'i
HACKENMUELLERS, INC.
25.00
LIONS1 1:
53.25
PARK BOARD RAFFLE
216.52
SHERBUFdiE COUNTY ABSTRACT
10.00
NEW CREATIONS HUMES
1,646.85
MOORES EXCAVATING, INC.
25-00
RITA '' ,. Rental)
h
COUNTY ABSTRACT
10.00
NORTHSHERBURNE
2/ •/4
AUDITOR'SWARRANT
8,019.31
'E'T'S SOCIAL ►
50.00
FIRST SECURITY TITLE
10-00
MARTY BROS.I
00
TOTAL $10, 830. 59
! V �►
�. K1,11.1 'k I••�
! ! ICIA 1.13 D1`
10188
U.S. POST OFFICE
50.00
10189
MAUREEN ANDREWS
784.67
10190
LORIE VILLAREAL
471.19
10191
KEN LINDSAY
682.42.
10192
RAY VARNER
443.17
10193
JIM BECHER
143.87
10194
U.S. POST OFFICE
101.30
10195
PETTY CASH
40.94
10196
GARY SC HWENZFEIER
10197
BOB BRAUN
10198
DON CORNELIUS
10199
DONATUS VETSCH
10200
JIM KRYSTOSEC
102O1
WRI(31T COUNTY AUDITORJTREASURER
1,802.19
A INE-
0-! 02
..l,ll13 1, # ffA. ADVERTISING Ci I'
49.00
10203
NORTHERN67.14
10?04
SIMONSONI:
:'
10205
G & J AUTO BODY
25.00
ri .:
G. D. LAPLANT
52.47
•
NORTHER STATES POWER ! •
19212
'E'
10213
WELTER-S,
10214
UNITED TELEPHONE SYSTEM
290.04
10215
KENI1 ti •s
-74
10216
t I BOURlKSSA
30.00
ri •
LONG LAKE FORD TRACTOR INC.
36.92
10219
i COPY SYSTEMS, INC.
90 -83
10220
& T
871-00
10222
.E • !
10224
ALBERTVILLE•
8•
M25
1 i 1 SERVICE
10226
DJ'S TOTAL HOME CARE CENTER
272.32
10227
CROW RIVER NEWS
10229
TOTAL
•
ADDITIONAL INCOME RECEIVED
FEBRUARY 5, 1990
SEWER ACCOUNTS $253.08
ADDITIONAL BILLS TO BE PAID
FEBRUARY 5, 1990
CHECK NUMBER
10229 PERA 9.00
10230 CENTURY LABS 77.07
10231 MTI DISTRIBUTING CO. 142.30
10232 HARRY"S AUTO SUPPLY 7.40
10233 NORTHERN OXYGEN SERVICE, INC. 22.50
TOTAL $258.27
MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE
WRIGHT COUNTY
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
Dear Community Leader:
Buffalo, Minnesota 55313
Office: Courthouse
Tel.: 682-3900
Metro: 339-6881
Toll Free: 1-800-362-3667
It is my pleasure to invite you to attend the 1990 Local Government
Forum scheduled for Thursday, February 22, 1990 at the Holiday Inn in
St. Cloud. Local Government Forum is a program sponsored by the Minnesota
Extension Service Office in Benton, Sherburne, Wright, Stearns, Morrison
and Todd Counties.
The issues discussed at this annual program are determined by representatives
from each county coming from city, township, school and county government.
The agenda this year is packed full of a variety of topics. (See enclosed
agenda).
Your registration fee includes your lunch and can be paid on the
22nd. However, I would like to know if you plan to attend by February
16. Please send the form to our office.
Hope to see you there.
Sincerely,
�f yU� G�✓TLL�
Erva Hance
Wright County Extension Agent,HE/FL
Community and Economic Development
EMH:tjb
PUBLIC FORUM REGISTRATION
Please return this form or call by Friday, February 16, 1990. FEE: $10.00
NAME
POSITION
ADDRESS
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, AND MINNESOTA COUNTIES COOPERATING
--- LOCAL GOVERNMENT FORUM •' �i
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1990
HOLIDAY INN, ST. CLOUD
(WissisS1pp1 Corridor
REGISTRATION FEE $10.00 (INCLUDES LUNCH)
CHECKS PAYABLE TO: "LOCAL GOVERNMENT FORUM"
9:00 a.m. Registration and coffee
9:20 a.m. Welcome and Program Review, Dan Martens, Benton County Extension
Agent
9:30 a.m. "IMPACTS OF WATER QUALITY POLICIES AND COUNTY WATER PLANS"
- Jim Birkholz, Executive Director - Board of Water and Soil
Resources (BWSR)
10:15 a.m. "LEGISLATIVE -MANDATES AND OTHER CHANGES FOR LOCAL LEVELS OF
GOVERNMENT"
- Tom Thelen, League of Minnesota Cities
- David Fricke, Minnesota Association of Townships
- Jim Moulder, Association of Minnesota Counties
- QUESTION TIME
11:15 a.m. "1990 CENSUS: H014 IT HAPPENS / HOW IT IMPACTS"
- Margo Schlosser, Central Bureau District Office Manager
11:45 a.m. LUNCH
1:00 P.M. KEYNOTE ADDRESS
"PARTNERSHIPS FOR SUCCESS"
- Bev Starkey, Professional Speaker/Entertainer, specializing
in personal effectiveness and communication
2:00 p.m. "SCORE LEGISLATION - OPPORTUNITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES"
- Jerry Johnson, Tri County Waste Commission Coordinator
2:30 p.m. "COMPOSTING - SOURCES, USES, POLICIES"
- Jim McNally, Vice President of Product Development - RECOMP
THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT FORUM IS SPONSORED BY THE MINNESOTA EXTENSION SERVICE OFFICES
IN BENTON, SHERBURNE, STEARNS, WRIGHT, MORRISON AND TODD COUNTIES.
PLANNING COMMITTEE
Don Winkelman, Co. Commissioner
Art Wilson, Zimmerman-Stterco
Maynard Sand, Avon Township
Sharon Leintz, Maple Lake
Ruben Bonk, Buffalo
nrMTnm rntimTV
Dan Martens, Extension Agent
SHERBURNE COUNTY
Minnell Tralle, Extension Agent
STEARNS COUNTY
Francis Januschka, Extension Agent
I.ro rrUT rntINTY
Pat Nasi, Annandale
Jim Taylor, Delano
Issued In furtherance of Cooperative extension work In apricultuto and home economics, acts of May a and Jurw 30. 1914, In cooperation with the U.S. Department
of Agriculture. Patrick J. t.Torlct, Doan and Director of Minnesota Extension Service, University of kMnnosola, St. Paul, Mlntwsota 55loe. The Untvorslly of
Minnesota. Including the Minnesota Extension Service, Is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to Its programs, fachties, and employment
without regard to race, rellglon, color, sex, rational origin, handicap, age, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
WRIGHT COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
James F. Powers
Chief Deputy
Don B. Lindell
Lieutenant
City Council
City of Albertville
Albertville, Minn. 55301
Re: Monthly report
Dear Council:
DON HOZEMPA
SHERIFF
10 N.W. 2nd Street
Buffalo, Minnesota 55313
January 17, 1990
Enclosed is your monthly report for December, 1989
were worked for the month. Your billing is as follows:
DH:dl
enc.
December, 1989 -- $ 1,802.19
911 EMERGENCY
Buffalo
682-1162
Metro
473-6673
Monticello
295-2533
Delano
972-2924
Cokato
286-5454
Annandale
274-3035
A total of 93 hours
Yours truly,
Don Hozempa
Wright County Sheriff
i
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ACTIVITY COIESI ALL CALLS FOR SERVICE
INCIDENT SUMMARY BY ACTIVITY
12/01/89 THRU 1Z/31/89
ACTIVITY CODE/ PRT INCIIENT SED HOW TILE DATE PERSON/
LIWIPTION GRID LOCATION APT OFF MAI R NIL RECV RECV REPORTED BUSINESS NiME
09400 911
MV ACCIDENTS - NON-fiEPORTABLE
u9402 911
0940Z
911
NV-0
09402
911
MV-MV
09408
0
W-fIXED OBJECT
09408
0
MV-fIXEI) OBJECT
W408
0
MV-fIXED OBJECT
OY424
I-1
PI-1V-fN
09424
I-1
PI-41W1V
09424
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PI-1V-IN
09424
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,jM4
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v9600
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o9651
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v9730
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9730
0
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50TH E LANSINO-21 294 890252DI 01 P 1506 UJ30/89 GLATZMAIER, LAURA1 L.IL.
50TH E LANSI*-21 294 89023201 02 P 1506 12/30/89 HASTINGS, DOrA1i A5 STANLEY
50TH E LMIN6-21 294 89023201 03 P 1506 12/30/89 GLATZWER, LOREN MO
I94-21
269
89024313
01
P
2208
12/15/89
PATNODE, MARK ALLEN
I94--21
269
89024313
02
P
2208
12/15/89
MILBANC FREIGHWIYS
I94--21 269 89024313 03 P Z= 12/15/89 MVRTWff OF TPAWORTATIUN
I94 & EB OFF Rlf--21289 89023765 01 P 0553 12/07/89 RODRIGUEZ, DAN ELL CARLOS
I94 & EB OFF W-21289 89023765 02 P 0553 12/07/89 ABTA, LEON N RICHARD
I94 & EB OFF W--21289 M23765 03 P 0553 12/07/89 RED RIVER RECYCLING
I94 & EB OFF W-21289 OM765 04 P 0553 12/07/89 ARCHULETA, StfM KAY
ALBERTVILLE VILL 89025247 01 P 1024 12/31/89 CITY OF ALIERTVILLE
ALBERTVILLE VILL 89023649 01 P 1125 12/05/89 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
ALBERTVILLE VILL 294 89023470 01 P 1817 12/02/89 ANONYMOUS
&DERTVILLE VILL 89023873 01 P 2300 12/08/89 MAY, AR'THM
AL.BERTVILLE VILL 89024307 01 P 2113 12/15/89 ANONYMOUS
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SUMMARY BY ACTIVITY
12/01/89
THRII 1Z/31/89
ACTIVITY COGS/
PRL
INCIDENT SER
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TIME
DATE
PERSON/
DESCRIPTION
GRID
LOCATION APT
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RECV
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09730
0
ALBERTVILLE VILL
SM4466
01
P
1947
12/18/89
ALBERTVILLE CAE CUOU,
MEDICAL
0973D
0
M ERTVILLE VILL
299
89024708
Ol
P
2132
12/22/89
BOF1lMIS, THE ESA
MEDICAL
09m
0
ALBFRRTVILLE VILL
295
89025124
01
P
14M
12/29/89
HINGNIS, MAL.ORIE
MEDICAL
09806
0
ALBERTVILLE VILL
294
89023525
Ol
P
1603
12/03/89
VOLK, TNILA
MOTORIST AID
09M
0
ALl TVILLE VILL
265
SM4297
01
P
1825
12/15/89
KODODO, JOAN
MOTORIST AID
09807
0
ALBERTVILLE VILL
89023397
01
P
1459
12/04/89
ANONYMOUS
TRAFFIC/PARKING
09810
0
ALIERTVILLE VILL
20D
89024458
Ol
P
1529
12/17/89
DONS BUS SERVICE
STOP ARM VIOLATIONS
09908
0
ALBERTVILLE VILL
89024539
01
P
1954
12/19/89
IESTPHAL, M E
OELIVER MESSAGE
09920
0
ALBERTVILLE VILL
271
89l)'14368
Ol
A
19M
12/16/89
DOT'S AUTO SERVICE
ALARM
09920
0
ALBERTVILLE VILL
233
89024730
01
A
0557
12/23/89
DOT'S AUTO SERVICE
ALARM
09921
0
ALBERTVILLE VILL
289
89023554
Ol
P
0557
12/04/89
FISHER, SHARRON
SUSPICIOUS PERSON
09921
0
AL.BERTVILLE VILL
89024194
01
P
0940
12/14/89
WALSH, PAT
SUSPICIOUS PERSON
09921
0
At.BERTVILLE VILL
280
M24457
Ol
P
1500
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METROPOLITAN MOSQUITO CONTROL DISTRICT
2380 VJYCLIFF STREET r ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55114 ■ 612-645-9149
R.D. SJOGREN, Ph.D.
Director
December 21, 1989
Fellow Citizens...
W.J. CAESAR
Business Admin.
Mosquitoes have made their "point" repeatedly over the years
to metro area residents. The attention mosquitoes have
received has earned them a place in Minnesota folklore and,
on occasions, they rival the weather as the leading topic of
conversation.
Attached is the first issue of "Metro Mosquito News," a
newsletter intended to inform citizens of Metropolitan
Mosquito Control District activities. This newsletter will
be distributed quarterly and report program activities and
environmental safeguards taken to preserve the integrity of
metro area wetlands.
Last year marked the 30th year of the District program. In
response to citizen request in recent years, field activities
now .include a treatment program for biting gnats (black
flies) and, in 1990, a survey program for Lyme disease ticks.
We invite your input on newsletter content, topics of
interest, and program activites. Please let us hear from
you.
Sincerely,
J partz
ai rman
Metropolitan Mosquito
Control Commission
1 � I e
Robert D. �jogn
Director
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Metro
MOSQUITO -
News
Vol. 1 No. 1 Metropolitan Mosquito Control District
METRO MOSQUITO CONTROL 1989
With rainfall approaching "normal" levels this
year, the levels of our principal pest mosquito, Aedes
uexans, were below that of previous years' averages.
Larval control was through the use of ground applica-
tions of Altosid briquets and granular Bacillus
thuriengensis israelensis (Bti), and aerial applications
of Bti and Altosid sand. This was the first year that
the Altosid sand was used operationally across the
District. It provides Metropolitan Mosquito Control
District (MMCD) helicopters with the ability to fly in
winds greater than permitted with the lighter weight
Bti and allows us to treat for a greater proportion of
the time that the brood is in the water.
MMCD is expanding both in geographical areas
treated and extent of employees' training. Briquet ap-
plications extended into several townships in Wash-
ington and Anoka Counties that were previously un-
treated. Employee training was more extensive this
year and included certification in Defensive Driving,
First Aid, CPR, and All Terrain Vehicles.
WHO ARE WE.9....
METROPOLITAN MOSQUITO
CONTROL DISTRICT (MMCD)
Formed in 1958, the Metropolitan Mosquito Con-
trol District is a seven -county, cooperative govern-
mental agency charged with controlling mosquitoes
and black flies (gnats) for Anoka, eastern Carver,
Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott and Washington
counties. Real Estate taxes provide the funds for the
program.
The District is governed by the Metropolitan
Mosquito Control Commission. This seventeen
member board is composed of county Commissioners
that are appointed by their respective county boards
and serve one year terms.
Autumn 1989
With some dry periods during August we were
able to share our resources with other agencies.
Hennepin County Parks utilized our helicopters to
make aerial surveys of Purple Loosestrife and wild-
life nesting areas. Anoka County used the helicop-
ters to photograph some of their facilities.
Our crews in Carver County will assist the Min-
nesota Department of Natural Resources to survey
for Eurasian Millfoil in their lakes. We hope to con-
tinue this kind of cooperation in the future.
By the end of September the active mosquito
season is about over. Seasonal staff have been laid
off and control operations wind down. With the first
hard frost, most of the adult (flying) mosquitoes are
dead. Eggs will no longer hatch with rainfall but
will survive until spring.
Until snow covers the ground, permanent field
staff update field maps and survey breeding sites.
Quality Assurance verifies the quality of the maps
produced in addition to their other quality control
activities
For the rest of the year we will sum up our
successes and failures to prepare for the coming
year of mosquito control.
DID YOU KNOW??....
• That the MMCD is engaged in mos-
quito control over more than 3000
square miles where nearly 60,000
breeding sites are located?
• That after a significant summer rain-
storm, it's not uncommon to find more
than 1,000,000 mosquito larvae devel-
oping in a breeding site the size of a
football field?
LIFE AND DEATH OF THE MOSQUITO
Not all mosquitoes are alike. Of the 50 kinds of
mosquitoes in the seven county metropolitan area,
the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD)
controls the 10 types responsible for most of the an-
noyance and disease transmission. All mosquitoes
including our main summertime pest (Aedes vexans)
must develop in water before they fly and bite
people.
The adult female takes a blood meal (mosquito
bite) and then searches for a place to lay her eggs —a
moist vegetated depression that will fill with rain-
fall. A successful breeding site can be just about any
place which will hold water for a week or more. In
water, the eggs hatch into tiny wormlike creatures
known as larvae. They grow in shallow water and
change into adult (flying) mosquitoes after about ten
days. They then disperse on evening breezes looking
for their first blood meal.
Metro Mosquito News
Published by the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District
2380 Wyclifi'St.
St. Paul, MN 55114
Director: Dr. Robert D. Siogren
Editors: Dr. Susan Palchick Ross Green
Graphics: Marty Kirkman
Contributors: Rosemary Golias, Wayne Johnson,
Marie Juenemann, Judit Miko, Tim Murch,
Dave Neitzel, Nancy Read
Metropolitan Mosquito Control Commission 1989
Jeff Spartz, Chairman Hennepin County
Nick Cenaiko, Vice -Chairman Anoka County
William Koniarski, Secretary Scott County
Anoka County: Robert C. Burman Jim Kordiak
Carver County: Harold Trende
Dakota County: Steve Loeding Don Chapdelaine
Michael Turner
Hennepin County: Sam Sivanich Mark Andrew
Ramsey County: John Mnley Hal Norgard
Donald Salverda
Scott County: Dick Mertz
Washington County: *John Jergens Russ Larkin
*Commissioner Jergens passed away in late
August of 1989. He was a valued member of the
commission since 1985.
Copyright 1989
The District's focus is to control mosquitoes before
they leave the breeding site. There can be as many
as 100 or more breeding sites per square mile! The
greatest numbers of mosquitoes come from wild hay
(canary grass) and sedge meadow breeding areas.
Mosquitoes do not develop in moving water (rivers,
creeks, or streams) or in most lakes and duck ponds.
The District uses environmentally compatible
control materials that are applied by ground crews
and helicopters during the mosquito season. These
materials are not poisons or conventional chemical
insecticides, but rather a biological approach to
control. Larvae are controlled with a soil bacteria,
Bti, and altosid, an insect growth regulator. They
are very specific in their effect on pest mosquitoes
and will not harm water quality, wildlife, plants, or
people.
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
FOR A BETTER MOSQUITO
CONTROL PROGRAM
As we continually fine tune our program, research
this summer has focused on finding out more about
where mosquitoes are concentrated. Aedes vexans
lays its eggs on the soil around temporary wetlands
as they dry. Soil samples from these sites will tell us
which wetland sites have the most eggs and help
staff decide which sites are most important to
control. Sites with few, if any, eggs may not need to
be treated at all.
We are developing surveillance methods to
identify what types of areas shelter the most adult
mosquitoes during the daytime. Control methods for
adult mosquitoes can then be aimed more precisely
at these daytime resting areas.
A way to measure mosquito activity and annoy-
ance levels in the evening is being studied to com-
pare and coordinate the various monitoring methods
that are being used by the District. This information
will show how much of a problem the mosquito
population is and how much it can be reduced by
control methods.
Information from these projects and other re-
searchers will lead to a computer simulation model
that will provide an efficient way to test how
changes in control strategies can effect mosquito
populations. With that information, the District can
continue to make the best use of its resources.*
FROM THE DIRECTOR'S DESK �
I'm pleased to introduce the first issue of "Metro Mosquito News". Through quarterly newsletter issues, we
will keep you informed of MMCD program activities. We will cover our primary control program against
spring snowmelt mosquitoes and our dominant summer pest. Aedes uexans. We will also discuss the activities
of related specialized programs on the Cattail mosquito, the LaCrosse Encephalitis mosquito, and Quality As-
surance.
In addition to mosquito control happenings, we will keep you posted on the progress of our regional Black
Fly (biting gnat) control program. Now in its fourth year, the program studies the impact that control treat-
ments would have on local stream and large river insect life.
We will also keep you informed on the development of the newest program addition for Lyme Disease sur-
veillance. We will determine the distribution and abundance of the Lyme Disease tick, Ixodes dammini, in the
metro counties.
The mission of the MMCD is to suppress mosquito transmitted disease and reduce annoyance levels of
mosquitoes and gnats below that which interferes with normal outdoor activities. This is the thirtieth year of
MMCD field operations. In recent years the program has grown from control in 1200 square miles to more
than 3,000 square miles.
This state-of-the-art program is known across the country for its innovative and cost effective mosquito
control strategies. We share your appreciation and concerns for our wetlands and wildlife and we are proud of
the environmental safety built into the District's programs. We are committed to preserving the metro region
quality of life while contributing to your enjoyment of our beautiful outdoors. ♦ R. D. Sjogren
TRACKING A DISEASE
CARRIER -TREEHOLE
MOSQUITO UPDATE
The Aedes triseriatus (Treehole) mosquito is re-
sponsible for transmitting LaCrosse encephalitis, a
potentially serious viral disease in children. The
LaCrosse Encephalitis Prevention Program identifies
areas where numbers of this mosquito are high.
Public education activities are then directed to the
communities and residents of that area.
Most of the survey work in 1989 was in the Lake
Minnetonka region of Hennepin County. This area
has been a traditional "hot spot" for LaCrosse en-
cephalitis. We found relatively high numbers of this
mosquito compared to the last two years.
The public is encouraged to remove any water
holding containers (i.e. tires, buckets, cans) or fill in
treeholes that are wet on their property. These are
the prime breeding habitats for this mosquito.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
recently funded the District for limited waste tire
disposal. District employees have already removed
several hundred tires from high LaCrosse encephali-
tis risk areas. The District is also working with the
MPCA to develop tougher regulations on the trans-
portation and disposal of waste tires. The removal of
waste tires is extremely important in reducing
triseriatus populations and thus lowering the risk of
disease.*
LYME DISEASE TICK UPDATE
Cases of Lyme disease in Minnesota have
prompted MMCD to initiate a deer tick surveillance
program in 1990. The program will map the distri-
bution of deer ticks (the Lyme disease carrier) and
their relative abundance in the District.
Currently, two tick collection methods are being
compared in known deer tick areas. The first method
is to trap small rodents and remove any attached
ticks from them. The second method is known as
drag sampling. Here, a piece of flannel cloth is
dragged through brush areas and any ticks that
have attached are removed. Both methods have
proven successful in collecting the ticks and will
probably be used in 1990.♦
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SCIENTISTS LOOK AT IMPACTS OF MOSQUITO CONTROL
To address environmental concerns, the Metro-
politan Mosquito Control Commission organized an
independent panel of experts called the Scientific
Peer Review Panel (SPRP) in 1985. They are
charged with looking for negative environmental im-
pacts on wetland life from control materials used by
the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD).
All 10 members are experts in their respective
fields ranging from ecology to entomology. They
identify the areas needing research, solicit grant
proposals, review grant applications from research
teams and select the contractors independent of
MMCD. The approved projects are then funded by
MMCD. The Legislative Committee of Minnesota
Resources (LCMR) has provided additional funding
for some projects.
CONTROL ALTERNATIVES
FOR THE FUTURE
The MMCD will sponsor an international confer-
ence in November that will focus on natural behavior
patterns used by blood feeding insects. Prominent
entomologists from around the world will gather for
the conference co -hosted by the University of Minne-
sota. Attendees will discuss behaviors to lure these
insects into localized areas to direct control opera-
tions. The symposium will identify future adult
mosquito control strategies which may provide alter-
natives to night time residential fogging for mosqui-
toes.
Metropolitan Mosquito Control District
2380 Wycliff Street
St. Paul, Minnesota 55114
Funded projects have addressed the effects of
larval control activities on other aquatic organisms
and wetland bird populations.
Michael J. DeJong and Kurt Rusterholz, College of
St. Thomas, have looked at the effects of methoprene
(altosid) and Bti on songbirds. Gerald Niemi and his
associates at the Natural Resources Research
Institute, University of Minnesota -Duluth, have
investigated the effects of these control materials on
a variety of non -target aquatic organisms. James
Cooper at the University of Minnesota -St. Paul has
addressed the question of whether methoprene
treatments affect duckling growth and survival.
No negative environmental impacts have been
confirmed to date from any of these studies. The
SPRP will meet again in January to review 1989
progress and make plans for 1990.♦
MERICAN MOSQUITO CONTROL
CATION (AMCA)
MMCD is not alone in its fight against mosqui-
toes. AMCA is an international association of
mosquito workers, entomologists, medical personnel,
engineers, public health officials, military, and lay
people who are charged with or interested in the
biology and control of mosquitoes and other disease
vectors in this country and around the world. The
District is not only a member of this professional
organization, but its next president is Dr. Robert
Sjogren, MMCD Director.*
Affirmative Action Employer
foe
Public Financial Systems is redefining the role of
municipal government financial advisor.
PUBLIC FINANCIAL SYSTEMS • JANUARY, 1990 • VOLUME VII • ISSUE I
THE CONTINUING TIFF OVER TIF
As we enter another year, those of us in local
government finance prepare to do battle in
the continuing war over tax increment financing.
Like cold and snow, legislative debate about the
use of tax increment financing is an inevitable
part of winter in Minnesota.
This debate presents an interesting paradox.
Hopefully, everyone would agree that promoting
economic development, removing urban blight,
and encouraging a wide range of housing oppor-
tunities are worthwhile goals. Government has a
long history of involvement in these areas: urban
renewal, community development block grants,
urban development action grants, and industrial
development revenue bonds to name a few. Each
year, the tools available to help communities
meet these goals become more scarce. In many
cases, tax increment financing is the only option
remaining.
The most common argument against tax incre-
ment financing centers on the validity of the "but
for" test. Is the use of tax increment financing
really needed to cause the development to occur?
The concern is often that the development would
have occurred without the use of public funds.
There is also debate on the use of tax increment
financing for certain types of development. The
classic example is using tax increment to build a
"K-Mart".
The nature of the tax increment debate appears
to be shifting from abuse to over -use. Clearly, the
amount of tax base committed to tax increment
financing districts is increasing. One estimate
places the increase in the amount of tax capacity
captured by tax increment districts between 1984
and 1989 at 190%. Does this constitute over -use?
Opponents of tax increment would say "of
course". In reality, it is impossible to evaluate
this statistic without comparing it to the develop-
ment that was created. However, information like
this adds fuel to the legislative fire.
As we head into the 1990 legislative session, here
are some thoughts on the future of tax increment
financing:
■ We have been fighting a war of incremental
change. Each year, a new group of restrictions
is added. Like a Christmas tree with too many
ornaments, the weight becomes more than the
branches can bear. Additional restrictions are
inevitable and the branches are creaking. Has
the time come to completely rethink tax
increment financing and the overall local
government economic development system?
■ Let's avoid blanket restrictions on the use of
tax increment. Tax increment financing may
not be needed for a discount store in a subur-
ban setting. The same use may be critical for a
struggling rural community. Too often statutes
assume that all cities are the same. They are
not.
■ A quantifiable "but for" test is not achievable.
The underlying purpose of the test is to force
the question, "Is tax increment needed?" A
quantifiable "but for" test assumes that the
business location decision is based on bers. Most business executives will tnum-
tthat dollars and cents are only part of theell n
equation. Trying to make the use of tax
increment fit some neat equation only hastens
the process of making tax increment unwork-
able.
■ One option to consider is a cap on the amount
of total tax base that can be captured in TIF
districts with a reduction in other use limita-
tions. Making tax increment financing a
limited resource addresses many of the under-
lying concerns.
There is no single right answer. We all need to
try hard to find one that works. ■
GUESS
WHAT?
MORE
REGS!
Although the Securities and
Exchange Commission ("SEC")
has no jurisdiction over issuers, its
new Rule 15c2-12 will affect issuers of
municipal securities as of its effective
date, January 1, 1990. In the wake of
major defaults by the Washington
Public Power Supply System, the SEC
launched an investigation into
disclosure practices regarding munici-
pal securities. The resultant Rule
15c2-12, initially proposed in Septem-
ber, 1988, generated many responses
from the investment community. As a
result, changes were instituted that
make Rule 15c2-12 a more workable
disclosure requirement.
Rule 15c2-12 has two basic
objectives: 1) require an underwriter's
professional review of disclosure
materials to encourage completeness
and accuracy, and 2) require avail-
ability of disclosure materials for
investors. The rule applies to primary
offerings of municipal securities of
$1,000,000 or more, with certain
exceptions for securities issued in
large denominations to no more than
35 sophisticated investors. Under the
rule, an underwriter must obtain and
review a copy of an official statement
deemed final by an issuer. Certain
specified information may be missing,
such as interest rates and purchase
SUMMARY OF BOND SALES
price, to accommodate public sales. -In
non -competitively bid sales, the
underwriter must make available,
upon request, the most recent prelimi-
nary official statement, if any. Further,
the underwriter must contract with the
issuer or its agent to receive sufficient
copies of the final official statement to
comply with the rule and any rules of
the Municipal Securities Rulemaking
Board. Finally, for 90 days after the
end of the underwriting period, the
final official statement must be
supplied to any potential customer
upon request. This period is reduced
to 25 days, if the official statement
has been supplied to a nationally
recognized municipal securities
information repository. At this time,
no such repository has been developed
or approved by the SEC.
The impact of the rule on most
issuers will be modest. Nationwide,
voluntary compliance with disclosure
guidelines has generally resulted in
responsible and timely official state-
ments. Issuers will most likely be
asked to certify preliminary official
statements and deem that they are
"nearly final" as of their dates. Again,
certain omissions are permitted, such
Continued on nest page
DAI L OF
BOND SALE
MONTH/TEAR ISSUER
L%UEB
TYPE
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AMOL:YT
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I%3
ACKLEY
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IA
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SCHEDULE
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ADVISOR
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1118
ROSEMOUNT
SCHOOL
MN
1,900 IMPROVEMENT
- GO SCHOOL BLDG
385.000
NR
6,376%
7.03
91/00
-
6199 UNITED MISSOURI
SELF
AHLERS
ISD M196
7,600,000
Aaa
6,850%
7.03
91/03
11.91
2/97 NORWEST
SI
KNUTSON
1.'8
ONALASKA SD
SCHOOL
WI
- GO SCHOOL BLDG
1,000.0W
IMBIA)
A
6.310%
7.03
91/00
1/8
VERONA
CITY
WI
3,336 GO PROM NOTES
615.1100
A
6.78
10197 M&I BK ONALASKA
SI
QUARLES
I/8
SUMNER CSD
SCHOOL
IA
SCHOOL
6.340%
7.03
91/99
7.29
9/95 IST WISCONSIN
EH
S
1/8
FOND DU LAC SD
SCHOOL
WI
- IMPROVEMENT
290,000
NR
6.844%
7.03
92/05
10.00
6/00 RUAN SECURITIES
PJH
AHLERS
1/8
WARREN ISD 0416
SCHOOL
MN
- TAX ANTIC C OF 1
2,600,000
A 1
6.826%
7.03
93/09
13.50
4/98 CRONIN & CO
CB
S
1/9
LA CROSSE
CITY
WI
48,347 PROM NOTES
550.000
4.585,000
NR
6.325%
7.03
1"1
N/C PIPER
ED
FRYBER ER
1/9
TWIN LAKES SO M4
SCHOOL
WI
- GO SCHOOL
Aa
6.184%
7.03
90/99
6.94
12/96 CLAYTON BROWN
PFS
CHAPMA
1/9
PLEASANT HILL
CITY
IA
3,493 GO
770.000
NR
6.827%
7.03
92/03
10.47
10/98 IST WISCONSIN
SI
MULCAHY
1/9
MINNEAPOLIS
SCHOOL
MN
- TAX ANTIC C OF 1
850,000
NR
&960%
7.03
93/07
12.73
6/98 NORWEST
EH
AHLERS
SSD k1
30,000,000
MIG2/
5.920%
7.03
1"1
1.00
N/C PRUDENTIAL•BACHE
ED
DORSEY
1/10
IOWA VALLEY CSD
SCHOOL
IA
- SCHOOL
3.100,00(1
SPI+
AI
6.3-10%
7.03
1/10
SHAWANO
CITY
WI
7,013 ANTICIPATION NOTES
700,(NIO
NR
91/00
6.33
6/97 NORTHERN TRUST
ED
AHLERS
1/10
DULUTH
CITY
MN
92,811 GO TAX ANTIC C OF I
7,5( Aft
NR
6.130%
7.03
1"2
2.75
N/C R.W. BAIRD
ED
MULCAHN
1/10
SECASS WTR
SPECIAL
NO
- IMPROVEMENT
2,250.000
6.090%
7.03
1990
LEHMAN
RES DIST
A
6.660%
7.03
92/06
923
5/97 PIPERSHEA
NODAK-
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UPCOMING CONFERENCES
Minnesota School Board
Wisconsin Association of School
Minnesota Administrators of
Association Conference
Boards Conference
Special Education and
January 19-20, 1990
January 24-26, 1990
Minnesota Association of School
Minneapolis Convention Center
Milwaukee Exposition & Convention
Administrators Conference
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Center (MECCA)
March 29-30, 1990
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sheraton Park Place Hotel
Minneapolis, Minnesota
LEGISLATIVE ALERT
owa cities and counties should be
aware of potential changes in
statutes governing the use of loan
agreements and lease purchase
agreements. In 1985, the Legislature
gave cities and counties the ability to
enter into long term loan and lease
agreements for a variety of public
purposes. This authority provides a
very cost-effective means of financing
public facilities, such as jails and care
facilities, that would othenvise require
a referendum. It now appears very
likely that the Legislature will consider
elimination or restrictions of loan and
lease agreements. Please contact Joe
Rinas in our Cedar Rapids office for
more information (319-363-2221). ■
FINANCING A NEW NICOLLET MALL
For the past two years, Public
Financial Systems has assisted the
City of Minneapolis and the Nicollet
Mall Advisory Board in formulating a
finance plan to renovate the aging
Nicollet Mall. We participated in the
benefits analysis, creation of new
legislation enabling a special financing
district, formulation of the finance
plan, and implementation from
mailed notices to property owners to
bond sale to certification of the
charges with Hennepin County.
The final price tag for the Mall
improvements will be $21.8 million, a
significant reduction from the $33
million budget estimated for the first
draft of the finance plan. The City is
contributing 15 percent of the cost,
with the remaining 85 percent split
equally between traditional special
assessments and the new financing
tool, special service district charges.
A key to the development and
implementation of the finance plan
was the creation of a database for all
downtown properties. PFS developed
the database which included property
owner and taxpayer identification,
property use, land and. building
market values, taxable or tax exempt
status and land area. Each property
was coded by location in relation to
the proposed Mall and sidestreet
improvements.
Almost 2,000 properties included in
the database are subject to either or
both of the finance charges. The broad
base of properties contributing to the
renovation cost include residential,
retail, office, and some public uses.
The total charges for most residential
uses are less than $50 per unit, while
office properties generally will pay less
than $.10 per square foot of rentable
area. Because of their proximity to the
Mall and the proposed improvements,
Public Financial Systems is
an independent financial
advisor serving local govern-
ment in the Upper Midwest.
Like other financial advisor
firms, PFS provides assistance
in the structuring and issu-
ance of debt for capital
projects and financial man-
agement. Unlike other firms,
PFS is constantly rede inin
the concept of financra
advisor. We provide a wide
range of financial planning
and management services,
from economic development
assistance to computer
software. Let us show you how
PFS can make a difference for
your organization!
retail uses will pay the highest share
of the Mall cost.
A "sneak preview" of the granite
paving for the New Mall is now
available in front of the Gaviidae
Commons which opened in August:
The prototype new lighting will be in
place in January. The sidewalks and
roadway for the remainder of the Mall
will be constructed from April through
October of 1990, with the finishing
fixtures installed in 1991.
The finance plan for the Mall was a
tremendous challenge that required
the cooperation of diverse downtown
interests. While there was unanimous
support for a New Nicollet Mall, it
was difficult to accept additional taxes
in an already high commercial /
industrial tax situation. The New
Nicollet Mall will once again be the
focal point of downtown Minneapolis.
Public Financial Systems is proud to
have helped make it happen! ■
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as offering price(s), interest rate(s),
principal amount, etc. Issuers will also
be required to provide final official
statements immediately following
competitive sales. A final official
statement can be a set of documents
as opposed to a single document. This
suggests that a supplement to the
preliminary official statement can be
prepared for competitively bid issues,
which together with the preliminary
will constitute the final official
statement.
Some underwriters have threatened
that they will have to curtail their
involvement in competitive offerings
because of 15c2-12. As initially
released in 1988, the rule would have
made competitive sales difficult;
however, the SEC's response to
market input has resulted in a rule
that is for the most part workable, if
burdensome, to the underwriting
community. We fully expect that the
additional administrative burden for
underwriters will at some point
express itself in modestly higher costs
of issuers. As mentioned earlier, most
issuers have in the past developed
official statements that will easily
enable them to provide underwriters
what they need for compliance with
15c2-12.
Our office will be working internally
and with various industry groups as
we move into 1990 to develop a
workable means of responding to
15c2-12. You can look forward to no
interruption of your normal orderly
access to the municipal market. ■
SOME THOUGHTS ON INTEREST RATES
George Bernard Shaw has said, "If
all the economists were laid end
to end, they'd never reach a conclu-
sion". While this statement is not
completely fair to economists, it
illustrates the frustration at trying to
find a consensus about the direction
of economic conditions. It often seems
as though the answer changes each
time the question is asked. With this
disclaimer, we boldly don our "econo-
mist's hat" and offer our periodic
commentary on interest rates.
To better understand current market
conditions, it is helpful to look back
at previous trends. The table below
contains the weekly Bond Buyer's
Index (BBI) for "A" rated general
obligation bonds for the years 1984 to
1989. The best description of the
interest rate trends over this period is
stable.
Consider the following:
IN The weekly BBI has not been above
8.00% since the last quarter of 1987,
With one exception, the four -week
average of the BBI has been below
8.00% since the beginning of 1986.
The exception is the period sur-
rounding the "Black Monday" stock
market crash in the fall of 1987.
■ The annual average BBI for the
years 1986 to 1988 were 7.34, 7.66
and 7.68. The average fur 1989 was
7.26.
■ In 1988 and 1989, the largest
increase in any week was 20 basis
points. The largest weekly drop
during this period was 22 basis
points. The average weekly change
in the BBI was a decrease of one
basis point!
Recent drops in the prime rate and
the expectation of yet lower rates
paint a positive picture for the future.
Although major economic events may
cause a short-term "blip", any
increase in rates should be gradual.
The outlook for the first quarter of
1990 is favorable. In recent years, the
first quarter has been a good time to
be in the bond market. In every year
since 1984, the BBI has either
dropped or remained constant during
the initial weeks of the year.
Please give us a call if we can focus
our crystal ball to help you find that
window of low rates for your bond
issue.