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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-03-09 CC Packet Special Meeting• i11wate r THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA March 5, 1993 - M E M O TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL FROM: MARY LOU JOHNSON, CITY CLERK SUBJECT: SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING, TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 1993, 4:30 & 6:00 P.M. This memo is a reminder to Council that a Special Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon, March 9, 1993 at 4:30 and 6:00 P.M. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 216 No. Fourth St., Stillwater, Minnesota to discuss the • following: 4:30 P.M. MEETING 1. Update on Cub plans to relocate & renovate the East Junior High School Building & request for Tax Increment assistance. 2. Possible acceptance of quote for the purchase of a 3/4 ton truck for the Public Works Dept. 6:00 P.M. MEETING 1. Workshop with Washington County regarding plans for upgrading County Road 5. 2. Any other business Council may wish to discuss. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612 - 439-6121 • • • FACTS ON WEST JUNIOR HIGH - West junior high is a visual landmark and of local historical significance. - The building is suited for multifunctional public use because of its design, swimming pool, gymnasium, auditorium and classrooms. - During the reuse study several community groups indicated interest in West Junior High Building space for: community education /recreation facility center for studio and performing arts, office space for nonprofit organizations, private classroom space and recreational facilities. - Currently parking demand for junior high and other nonresidential uses in the area impact adjacent residential areas: Estimated parking demand for reuse: Office 16,600 square feet = 55 spaces Auditorium 200 seats = 67 spaces Swimming pool = 20 spaces Auditorium = 100 spaces 242 spaces - Estimated cost to renovate building is as follows: Access /circulation $ 910,000 Renovate Auditorium 300,000 Renovate class rooms 664,000 Renovate gymnasium /pool 775,000 $2,649,000 Total • • 1991 CUB indicates to City needs for additional office space and begin search for new office location. 1991 -92 Early 1992 City requests School District prepare a reuse study to examine possible reuses of junior high site and Washington School. Early 1992 City School District and CUB begin discussing availability of east junior high building for CUB offices. Summer 1992 CUB enters into letter agreement with school district to purchase junior high site. Summer 1992 City agrees to work with school district and CUB regarding reuse of junior high site. Summer 1992 Stillwater Junior High School reuse study prepared for west junior high building. Late 1992 Reuse study recommends future study mixed function activity center. Study estimates the cost of asbestos removal, fuel tank removal and renovation of west wing to be between $485,000 - $700,000 estimated cost of annual building operation at $155,264 and building renovation cost at up to $2,649,000. December 1992 City solicits letter of interest from people concerned with reuse of west junior high. December 1992 Jan - Feb 1993 CUB prepares architectural plans and specific cost estimates for relocation /renovation of east junior high site. Today March 1993 BACKGROUND REUSE OF JUNIOR HIGH SITE City becomes aware of School District plans to build a new Senior High School, relocate junior high site to old junior high and vacation of old junior high building Planning Commission holds public hearing on use of west junior high building site for temporary parking for CUB office reuse. Item continued due to concerns for parking. Future reuse of west building, cost to City, impact of existing and future community center reuse on neighborhood (St. Mary's expansion, Court house use and other nonresidential activities). City Council receives update on CUB plans to relocate to east junior high building and City assistance needs to enable relocation. Pentad an Recycled Papa PURPOSE WAsniNGTON COUNTY COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY 5 RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT WORKSHOP WITH STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MARCH 9, 1993 The road will be designed to carry ten (10) ton per axle loadings. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT PARKS • HIGHWAYS • FACILITIES 11660 MYERON ROAD NORTH • STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 -9573 612- 439 -6058 Facsimile Machine 612- 430 -0472 • The limits of the reconstruction project will be from the north frontage road of Trunk Highway 36 (TH 36) to Croixwood Boulevard. From Croixwood Boulevard to Owens Avenue, the road will be resurfaced with a bituminous overlay. Traffic signals are proposed at Curve Crest Boulevard and Orleans Street. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION Donald C. Wisniewski, P.E. Director Public Works/County Engineer John P. Perkovich, Deputy Director Operations Division Donald J. Theisen, P.E.. Deputy Director Technical & Administrative Division Richard D. Herold, Design /Construction Engineer Edward Kepler, Facilities Operations Manager To provide the City of Stillwater the proposed concepts for the reconstruction of County State Aid Highway 5 (CSAH 5) and receive preliminary comments on this project. To begin communications and working towards a successful project for the community. PROJECT LIMITS The southerly project limits are being coordinated with the future MN /DOT T.H. 5 project and bridge replacement. PROJECT SCOPE The following Project Scope items are presented as a proposed concept: The road will be reconstructed to a 4 -lane divided highway with a raised concrete median from the Frontage Road to just north of Orleans Street. From this point to Croixwood, a dual center left turn lane will be provided. Curb and gutter will extend along both sides of the roadway. Appropriate left and right turn lanes will be constructed. An eight (8) foot wide pedestrian walkway on the east side of CSAH 5 from the Frontage • Road to Orleans Street, and five (5) feet wide walkways on both sides of CSAH 5 from Orleans Street to Croixwood Boulevard have been proposed. The walkway could be extended further on the west side to Pine Street as a City option. CSAH 5 Reconstruction Proie9t Workshop. Impacts to wetlands is expected to be minimal. Mitigation will be made near the project if required and possible. Access control will be required for new developments and no median openings other than Curve Crest and Orleans will be allowed. Right in /right out accesses will be reviewed on a case by case basis. PROJECT COSTS The project is estimated to cost $1,400,000. CITY PARTICIPATION The city will be asked to participate in the construction costs of some items. These are discussed below and a preliminary range of city costs is given. * see attached sheet CITY CONSTRUCTION ITEMS The city may include other work with this project at city cost. These include: 1. Resurfacing of Olive Street from Owens to Greeley 2. Landscaping of the walkway area. 3. Street lighting or walkway lighting 4. Installation of City utilities 5. Additional walkways /bikeways PROJECT SCHEDULE Page 2 This project is scheduled for 1994. It is anticipated that the construction will be complete in one season. The staging and /or detours have not been set at this point. We will work with the city in developing a construction staging plan. Public informational meetings and hearings will take place in late 1993. • • • • ITEM ESTIMATED COST RANGE • 8' Bituminous walkway (Frontage Rd. to Orleans) • 5' Bituminous walkway (Orleans to Croixwood) op 5' Concrete walkway (Orleans to Croixwood) - option * Concrete option not included in total cost shown * *Total does not include right -of -way or storm sewer costs $ 11,400 $ 17,200 $ 12,000 $ 18,000 ($ 43,500 - $ 65,250)* • Traffic Signals at Orleans (1/2) $ 50,000 - $ 60,000 at Curve Crest Blvd. (all) $100,000 - $120,000 • Right -of- way /Slope easements Unknown estimated minimal • Storm Sewer Unknown estimated minimal • Percentage of mobilization, engineering, traffic control, field office $ 30.000 $ 40.000 **Total $203,400 $255,200 • MEMORANDUM COUNTY ROAD #5 IMPROVEMENT PLANS THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: STEVE RUSSELL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR DATE: MARCH 5, 1993 SUBJECT: WORKSHOP - MARCH 9, 1993. There are two items to be discussed at the workshop. The first item scheduled for 4:30 is a discussion with CUB Foods representatives in regard to their plans to relocate to the East Junior High Building site. The second item is scheduled for 6:00 and will deal with Washington County Public Works plans to improve County Road #5. Background material for each workshop item is discussed below. CUB FOODS OFFICE RELOCATION Discussion with CUB Foods and the School District began last year. Over the past two years Tom Thueson, representing CUB, has discussed with the Council CUB's needs for additional office space and various options of providing for their needs. Last September the School District and CUB entered into an agreement for the purchase of the Junior High site for adaptive reuse as CUB offices. A copy of the letter of intent agreement between the School District and CUB is attached. Since entering into the agreement, CUB has had more specific renovation plans and cost estimates prepared. At the workshop CUB representatives will present their current plans and needs for City assistance to make the project possible. A related project as a result of CUB moving out of the Lumberman's Exchange Building is the conversion of that building and the Hooley's Grocery Store to a hotel. Because of the related nature of the two projects, the hotel plans will be presented at meeting time. RECOMMENDATION: Receive CUB presentation regarding office reuse /renovation plans and direct Staff to determine feasibility of City assistance request. Washington County has requested a workshop with the City Council to review plans to upgrade County Road 5 from Croixwood Blvd. to just north of Highway 36 from a two lane road to a four lane road. The project is in the Washington County Capital Improvement Program scheduled for 1994 construction. CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612 - 439 -6121 City Staff has met with County Public Works Staff to discuss related future development in the area so the plans can incorporate City concerns as well as County. County Road 5 is a county road so they are responsible fo basic road improvement. - Because the county road is located in Stillwater, additional work and improvements are appropriate. County Road 5 is a major entrance to Stillwater and will become a heavily used connection between the new high school and the City. For those reason , a bikeway /walkway is included in the plan along with street lig ting and landscaping to make the entrance attractive. Thes improvements would coordinate with, and tie into, the development at the old Woodland Lakes site and other locations along County Road 5. At Tuesday's meeting, County Public Works Staff will have aerial photos and plans that show a "concept" for road improvements. The City will be asked to comment on the concept so more detailed plans can be prepared far 1994 construction. RECOMMENDATION: Receive presentation of County Road 5 improvements and provide County Staff with comments on road improvement concept. ATTACHMENT: Improvement area neap. 2 • • September 9, 1992 Dr. David E. Wettergren Superintendent of Schools Ind. School Dist. #834 1875 South Greeley Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Dr. Wettergren: This letter is intended to outline the terms and conditions under which Cub Foods, a division of Supervalu, Inc., will purchase the land and buildings currently described as Stillwater Junior High School, east campus and west campus. Contingent upon the approval of Supervalu, Inc., Cub Foods intends to complete the land purchase described herein, and eventually renovate the 0 east campus in order to accommodate Cub Foods' Corporate Headquarters. I. LAND SALE Purchaser: Supervalu, Inc., a Delaware Corporation Seller: Independent School District #834 Premises: East_Campus: Property number 10693 -4260, lots 6 -22, block 35, Original City of Stillwater. West Campus: Property number 10693 -4400, lots 3 -8, part of lot 9, block 36, Original City of Stillwater Sale Price: Future Sale Proceeds: Cub Foods $1.00 for fee ownership of land and buildings on the East Parcel. $1.00 for fee ownership of land and buildings on the West Parcel. In the event that Cub Foods vacates the east campus and subsequently sells the building prior to December 31, 2003, proceeds from the sale of the premises will be applied to repay renovation and relocation costs incurred by Cub 127 Water Street • P.O. Box 9 • Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 -0009 • (612)-439-7200 Condition of Property: II. USE OF PROPERTY, East Campus: West Campus: III. CONTINGENCIES Zoning: Foods. Should any proceeds remain after this application, the remaining amount will be divided equally between Cub Foods and Independent School District #834. Seller will warrant that both parcels are free and clear of any liens or encumbrances such as mechanic's liens or unsatisfied mortgages or other loans. Title defects, if any, will be cured by Seller prior to closing. Buyer will have the option, if title remains uncured, to undertake such steps as it deems necessary to cure any defects or to declare the sale null and void. Buyer will assume full responsibility for the disposition of future environmental liabilities relating to both parcels, including corrective work required for asbestos containment or removal. Seller agrees to make available for Buyer's review and access, all environmental studies completed to date for both east and west campus. The existing building of approximately 66,474 square feet will be remodeled, with all major renovations occurring within the premises. This facility will be utilized as office space, with parking planned for the existing lot on the north side of the building. Supervalu's acquisition of the west campus land and buildings is conditioned upon a subsequent transfer of title to the City of Stillwater or its designee. As part of the subsequent re -use and improvement of the West Campus, Cub Foods will participate in the construction of an off - site parking lot, suitable in size and location to both the City of Stillwater and Cub Foods. It is intended that Cub Foods employees will have full use of the off -site parking lot and the tunnel connecting east and west campuses during normal business hours. Acquisition of the east campus and its subsequent renovation is predicated on the receipt of all appropriate zoning, occupancy, access and use permits for this parcel. • • Parking: Construction of a suitable off -site parking lot on the west campus for Cub Foods employees is required in order to complete this proposed transaction. By signing this letter of intent, Cub Foods and Independent School District #834 are indicating their intention to proceed with the drafting and execution of a mutually acceptable purchase agreement. Ind. School District #834 Date • Sincerely, • West Parcel: Execution of a mutually satisfactory agreement between Cub Foods and the City of Stillwater relating to the disposition of the west campus will be necessary prior to closing. Approvals: Completion of the transaction is contingent upon the approval of Supervalu, Inc., as well as the Board of Education for Independent School District #834. Tom Thueson Director of Development Cub Foods 00705TT Cub Foods Dafe 00706TT September 10, 1992 Dr. David E. Wettergren Superintendent of Schools Ind. School Dist. #834 1875 South Greeley Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Dr. Wettergren: Sincerely, igklA ( 72LA.A.e.411/-- Tom Thueson Director of Development Cub Foods Cub Foods As you know, Cub Foods and District #834 have been discussing the feasibility of a purchase agreement involving the east and west campus of the Stillwater Junior High School Complex. This letter is intended to outline, on a conceptual level, a separate commitment which Cub Foods is offering in the form of ongoing financial assistance to students in School District #834. Cub Foods is prepared to provide $10,000 annually to the district in order that these funds will be used as scholarship contributions to qualifying seniors pursuing post- secondary education. Cub Foods is also anticipating that some portion of this $10,000 would be allocated, at the school district's discretion, to the Partnership Program. This funding would be in addition to the discretionary gifts made by Cub Foods currently each year. At your earliest convenience, I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and the School Board in order to address the details of this commitment on the part of Cub Foods. 127 Water Street • P.O. Bo7 9 • Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 -0009 • (612)-439-7200 • • • s • Q Long . •a• e Ln OakGlen Cresent Oak Gen o McK�aCt > a - del Johnson *to: Map oats not Intend to Now ad streets. ST]ILWAT MAP t State Park 2. Museum • 3. Pioneer Park • 4. City Hall \� • Amundson 2,. A s Oallager °.f PTT —Wy G Amundson 14" Ctt tCr to c c 3 c 0 amsey Myt 9 n o R v� {U 17SSt 7 ,; Oak �t� e gt j Willard 1 = S t � , 65 Abbott In to to in aMLake rn r Churchill St H �rt 1 AersonI I I v ., w > Dubuque ray Lam• %3 O , _ 4 nc Ln!! 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Lloyd Potter STILLWATER FORD,LINCOLN- MERCURY,INC. 9 wy. 36 @ 5 • 12969 North 60th Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 612 -430 -2400 FORD • LINCOLN • MERCURY, Inc. $14,964.00 *PER -TO- BUMPER COVERAGE The 36- month/36,000 mile bumper -to- bumper cover- age of Ford's new vehicle limited warranty covers the complete vehicle (except tires, battery, service adjust- ments and other items covered under separate provisions) against defects in factory- supplied materials or workman- ship. For complete information, see your Ford dealer. EXTENDED Optional Ford Extended Ser- s�N cE l v Plans can cover major components on new Ford cars and light trucks for longer than the vehicle's basic warranty. Your dealer has fun details. SPECIFY GENUINE FORD REPLACEMENT COWSION PARTS Genuine Ford sheet metal and plastic replacement colli- sion parts, such as hood, doors, fenders and bumper components, are the right choice — and for all the right reasons. Genuine Ford parts are equal to original parts in fit, finish, structural integrity and corrosion protection. Ford pee the same as those used on new vehides which are certified to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. And all Ford sheetmetal parts are covered by the exclusive Ford Lifelong Sheet Metal Guarantee. Ask • your dealer to see a copy of this limited warranty. Don't settle for imitations. Ask your insurer to authorize genuine Ford collision parts, Ford Credit offers advanta- geous financing and leasing arrangements for qualified customers, plus the convenience of making them right where you buy or lease your truck — at your Ford Dealer. Ford Credit 42N0 I [PREFERRED 47IC F- SERIES PREFERRED CARE PROGRAM New for 1993 models, Ford F- Series owners become members of the F- Series Preferred Care Program. The Program provides owners with special after -sale service benefits, including: •Roadside Assistance for 3 years/36,000 miles from the date of vehicle purchase, providing 24- hour/7 days a week Emergency Road Service; a 24 -hour nationwide toll -free 1 -800 phone number; plus emergency travel expense reimbursement up to a maximum of $1,000 per claim. The emergency service will cover many problems included in the warranty, such as if your F- Series r. out of gas, the battery needs a charge, or even if are locked out of your truck. Benefits are provic through the Ford Auto Club. •A loaner vehicle, or a base rental allowance of up $20 per day for up to five days, if a warranty repair at authorized Ford dealer keeps a member's vehi ovemight. •A nationwide toll -free 1 -800 phone number to a F Motor Company Customer Service Representative general assistance. See your Ford dealer for deta ACCESSORIES Some of the items shown on chides in this publicat are the products of retail organizations and establishme not connected with Ford Motor Company. Availabil price, quafdy and durabirty of these items rest solely v\ those organizations, and Ford assumes no responsibi for their use. OPTIONS AVAILABILITY Options shown or descnbed in this catalog are availak at extra cost and may be offered only in combination w other options or subject to additional ordering requir ments or limitations. 082 -Ann. Litho in U.SA. 8/92 • • • City of Stillwater David Junker Dear Sir, S TILLWATER Mom COMPANY • Chevrolet • Buick •:GEO •Jeep • Eagle • • SERVING YOU SINCE 1922 • Junction of Minnesota Highways 36 and 5 5900 STILLWATER BOULEVARD NORTH • P.O. BOX 337 STILLWATER, MN 55082 • (612) 439 -4333 Thank you for inviting Stillwater Motor Company to quote a price on the truck you need. Enclosed, please find the specifications of a Chevrolet K2500 that will meet the requirements of your request. Stillwater Motor Company will order this truck from Chevrolet and sell it to the City of Stillwater for $17575.00. The truck will take about 90 days to receive from Chevrolet. Please contact Todd Peterson at Stillwater Motor Company to place this order or with any questions. Thank you, Todd Peterson Sales February 26, 1993 Geo L v i Eagle Prepared Dy: STlL ATER MOTOR CCMPANY 5900 STILLWATER BLVD N STILLWATER MN 55032 439 4333 • Year : Make ; Model Line; Model: Effective Date: <<< INTERIOR >>> 1993 Chevy Plckups C/K 2500 K20903 HD Reg Cab 131.5" WD 4WD C6P 08/14/92 Prepared For CITY OF STlLLWATER DAVE JUNKER 439 6121 ************** STANDARD EQUINENT <<< MECHANICAL >>> {LB4} 4.3L (262) HD EFI V6 engine {MT8} HD 5-sod manual transmission w/deep }ow, OD NP241 transfer case {HC4} 4.56 rear axle ratio Four wheel drive 630 CCA 12 volt battery 100 amp Delcotron alternator Engine oil cooler HD Chassis Double-wall steel construction 8' pickup box w/extensive corrosion protection 2 front tow hooks {C6P} 8600# GVWR (3750 front/6000 rear), springs (3750 front/6084 rear), axles (4250 front/6000 rear) Indep front suspension w/torsion bars I o mi-elliptic rear 2-stage suspension w/omlti leaf springs � ,'t 1.18" diameter stabilizer bar {)(HH, YHH} (4) LT245/75R16E all-season SBR BSW tires (4) 16" silver painted steel wheels w/black hub ornaments Pwr steering Pwr vacuum front disc/rear drum brakes w/boosters Rear-wheel anti-lock brake system (operable in 2WD only) 34 gallon fuel tank Mechanical jack & wrench <<< EXTERIOR >>> {ZY1} Solid exterior paint Chromed front b6mper Black wheel opening flares Painted light argent molded plastic grille w/dark argent air intake areas Singular rectangular halogen headlamps Dual black below exterior 9" x 6.5" mirrors w/adj Solar ,tinted glass (all windows) Intermittent windshield wiper system Cheyenne nameplates Insulation on dash panel, cowl top/sides, doors 22/93 JANUARY 1993 iii wis is an estimate only (not a production commitment) subject to changes in specifications. Projected price information subject to change without notice. (c) Copyright 1992-93 Chevrolet Motor Div Ali rights reserved. Page 1 {V__1} 3-passenger vinyl trim bench seat w/f-Qlding backrest ScoLtihgard Fabric Protector on cloth trim/door panels Embossed black rubber floor mat Color door sill plate Custom urethane 4-spoke steering wheel Speedom�ter, odometer, voltmeter, fuel/engine temp/oil pressure gauges w/ elltale lights D� heater/defogger w/side window defoggers antenna beverage holder ETR AM radio w/fixed mast Glove box w/latched door, Under dash cupholders ~_ Cigarette lighter 10" rearview mirror Grained-molded plastic door trim panels w/dual integral padded armrests Vinyl headliner w/matching retainer:moldings Dual color-keyed padded cloth sunshades Do:Tie lamp '4/left hand door jamb switch Right-hand side coat hook <<< SAFETY FEATURES >>> Rear-wheel anti-lock brake system (operable in 2WD only) Manual laP/shoulder safety belts, outboard seat positions Manual lap safety belts, center seat position Energy-absorbing steering column Head restraints, front seat Single elect low-note horn <<< WARRANTY >>> New vehicle warranty - bumper to bumper, 3 years/36,000 miles, NO deductible Diesel engine warranty - 5 years/100,000 miles w/100.00 deductible,after 3 ears/36,000 miles i mirosion coverage - 6 years/100,000 miles Missions warranty - 5 years (3 years w/California.Emissions)/50,000 miles • ~ 22/93 JANUARY 1993 is is an estimate only (not a production commitment) subject to changes in specifications. Projected price information subject .change without notice. (c) Copyright 1992-93 Chevrolet Motor Div All rights reserved. Page 2 March 4, 1993 TO: RE: /sb WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS GOVERNMENT CENTER 14900 61st STREET NORTH, P.O. BOX 6 • STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082-0006 Office: (612) 430 -6003 Fax: (612) 430 -6017 Legislative Hearing Washington County Mayors, Council Members, Township Officers and County Planning Commission Members On Monday, March 15, the House of Representatives Local Government and Metropolitan Affairs Committee will be conducting a public hearing at the Washington County Government Center in Stillwater. The hearing, which will run from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., will focus on the effectiveness and future status of the Metropolitan Council. As you may know, the Legislature is dealing with a number of • bills this session relating to the Metropolitan Council. This hearing in Washington County will be an excellent opportunity for all local government officials to share testimony with the House Committee members about their experiences or comments on working with the Metropolitan Council. If you would like to present testimony to the Committee, please call the Committee Chair, Representative Iry Anderson at 296- 4963. On behalf of the County Board, I look forward to seeing you March 15. Yours truly, Phillip McMullen, Chairman Washington County Board of Commissioners Printed on Recycled Paper AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER Dennis C. Hegberg District 1 Mary Hauser District 2 Wally Abrahamson District 3 Phillip R. McMullen District 4 /Chairman Dave Engstrom District 5 • League of Minnesota Cities March 1, 1993 TO: Mayors, Managers, and Clerks /Yf FROM: James F. Miller Executive Direc$6r 3490 Lexington Avenue North St. Paul, MN 55126 (612) 490 -5600 RE: 1993 Legislative Conference -- Thursday, March 18 Radisson St. Paul Hotel Hearings are now being held on the League's new LGA formula, an update of the state's revenue forecast is about to be released, the Governor's pay freeze proposal is under consideration, compliance requirements for pay equity will be determined, Rep. Orfield's proposals on limitations to metropolitan growth are being discussed, efforts are being made to overturn annexation changes made last year, and the likelihood of a transportation funding bill is very uncertain. These are just a few of the reasons you should register now to attend the 1993 League of Minnesota Cities 1993 Legislative Conference. During the morning session, Senator John Hottinger and LMC Senior Legislative Representative Don Diddams will provide an update of the League's LGA proposal, other staff members will discuss the current status of personnel, transportation, elections, and environmental issues. In addition, the DFL and IR leaders from both the House and the Senate have agreed to address the conference Rotunda Rally at the State Capitol. Following the rally, we have set aside 2 hours to allow you time to schedule meetings with your Representative and Senator. We strongly urge you to call them now and set up a specific time to meet them in their offices. (Cities Bulletin No. 1 contained a list of legislators office locations and phone numbers. If you do not have that information, please call House information (612) 296 -2146 or Senate information (612) 296 - 0504.) Legislators have been invited to the LMC Legislative Reception which will be held from 4:30 - 6:45 at the Radisson St.Paul. In the past, we have had good attendance from Legislators. We hope that you will also personally contact your Representative and Senator and invite them to meet you there. Please send in your registrations for the March 18 conference TODAY. oss. League of Minnesota Cities 1993 Legislative Conference Thursday, March 18 St. Paul Radisson Hotel 11 East Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55101 Agenda 8:00 - 9:15 Registration 9:15 - 9:30 President's message and Introductions: Larry Bakken Mayor, Golden Valley James F. Miller • LMC Executive Director 9:30 - 10:15 Legislative Briefing: LGA and the Local Government Trust Fund Senator John Hottinger Don Diddams, LMC staff 10:15 -10:30 Break 10:30 -11:45 Legislative Briefing: Personnel, Transportation, Elections, Development, Environment Joel Jamnik, LMC staF Sarah Hackett, LMC staff Ann Higgins, LMC staff 11:45 -12:30 Lunch 1 :00 - 1:45 Capitol Rally 2:00 - 4 :00 City officials meet with their legislators 4:30 - 6:45 Legislative Reception Radisson St. Paul Hotel AA �� v \ ..t @ �iti \ \Y,+::Y•� i aY•�t Ca�±:`:��t ; \'\' \'y �. \ � \ \v::`a \,.'•:�: ; itsi\ \ \�� } \;:�:� } - . , } , \iY, '0 ,� \t: • \ \ �,, \•ter:. \ Y,: . \ � 7 r• i gy p.. • Advance Registration Deadline —March 11, 1993 , t• }: < <�::r:;::::.;:c`7�::zz.. ^;: w �s3iY };•i:::r..':` .¢:.:� +,•:t:2vt:?,t:;:d��:�Gt:. �: %8 t: :;gig: ::::::F }::: i., :.:.. 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Departmental Reports Schaaf - Utilities Kern - Streets Seggelke - Parks Doerr - Administration O'Neal - Police Bridge Update Cable Update Consolidation Update Water Management Update V. Old Business Junker Rate Schedule January 25th Minutes Visit Lower Oak Park Area VI. Review Minutes - February 8th and 22nd VII. New Business 1993 Black Top Quotes Valley Pt. 2nd Change Order #2 & Final RFP Application for Consolidation Study (Resolution) VIII. Bills Presented for Approval & Treasurer's Report Post -ItTM brand fax transmittal memo 7671 # :pa4es ► To Co. Dept. Fax 0 4)16. xl�i ��R 0 J Co Phone # Fax # 7- MAR 05 '93 10:11 OAK PARK HEIGHTS IX. Correspondence Presented Nat'onal Arbor Day Foundation Co unity Volunteer Service Nor here States Power Company Reg onal Transit Board Val Branch Watershed District X 2 Metropolitan Waste NSP - Law Department Leag of Minnesota Cities City Attorney Washington County Board of Commissioners MWCC Washington County Assessor P.2 /2 • • DONALD L. BEBERG • CHIEF OF POLICE POLICE DEPARTMENT m E. MI c F r4 ID ii 1%1 ATTACHED ARE THE FOLLOWING SHEETS: THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA TO: MAYOR HOOL,EY AND THE CITY COUNCI FROM: D.L. BEBERG, CHIEF OF POLICE DATE: MARCH 5, 1993 RE: 1993 SQUAD CAR SPECIFICATIONS THE FIRST TWO ARE THE SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE 2 FULL SIZE 4—DOOR MARKED SQUAD CARS THE DEPARTMENT WANTS. THE THIRD SHEET IS THE SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE MID SIZE ADMINISTRATIVE CAR WE NEED. THE 3 NEW VEHICLES ARE REPLACEMENT VEHICLES, NOT ADDITIONS TO THE FLEET. THE "SPECS" WERE EITHER, HAND DELIVERED OR MAILED, TO THE FOLLOWING DEALERS: FULL AND MID SIZE — STILLWATER MOTORS FULL AND MID SIZE — STILLWATER FORD FULL AND MID SIZE — TOUSLEY FORD FULL AND MID SIZE — POLAR CHEVROLET FULL AND MID SIZE — SUPERIOR FORD MID SIZE ONLY — ROUTSON MOTORS ,L.. 93-16 212 North Fourth Street, Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Business Phone: (612) 439-1314 • 439-1338 • FAX: 439-0456 Po Ilco Fipsponne / Aggiqtanrg. 011 TIMOTHY J. BELL CAPTAIN • QUOTES FOR 2 (TWO) 1993 4 -DOOR POLICE SQUAD CARS STILLWATER POLICE DEPARTMENT THE STILLWATER POLICE DEPARTMENT IS REQUESTING QUOTES FOR 2 (TWO) NEW 1993 4 -DOOR SQUAD CARS WITH A 36 MONTH /36,000 MILE FACTORY WARRANTY. THE QUOTES ARE TO BE FILED WITH THE STILLWATER CITY CLERK AT THE CITY OF STILLWATER MUNICIPAL BUILDING AT 216 NORTH 4TH STREET, STILLWATER, MN. 55082 NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1993 AT 4 :30 PM. IF THE QUOTE IS SUBMITTED BY MAIL, IT MUST ARRIVE AT THE CITY CLERKS OFFICE ON OR BEFORE THE DUE DATE AND TIME. THE CITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY QUOTE. THE CHIEF OF POLICE WILL NOTIFY THE DEALERSHIP THAT IS CHOSEN BY THE CITY OF STILLWATER AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE 2 CARS AT THE QUOTED PRICE, DURING THE FIRST WEEK IN MARCH. THE _ €OLLOWING IS_.._ THE . .,_MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS FOR ENGINE: Fuel injected V -8 (Ford Motor Company 4.6L, General Motors 5.7L) and to be equipped with an external oil cooler. TRANSMISSION: 4 -speed automatic with overdrive, low gear biockout, external oil cooler and police calibration. Police heavy duty (springs, shocks, stabilizer bars, etc) . SUSPENSION: • AXLE RATIO: STEERING: BRAKES: Minimum of 3.0 to 1.0. It is to be limited slip if available with the anti--lock brake system. Power with power steering fluid cooler. 4 -wheel anti-lock brake system with metallic discs /shoes. WHEEL BASE: Minimum of 114.0 inches. TIRES: Minimum size; P225/70R15, blackwall, all season and high speed rated with conventional spare tire. (Goodyear preferred) . WHEELS: 15 inch - steel. SEATS: Bucket seats front /bench rear, cloth front /vinyl rear, heaviest duty construction available. ALTERNATOR: Minimum of 130 Amps, battery minimum 730 CCA. LOCKS: Power door locks. Power windows with driver controlled override. Single key door locks (1 key per car and fleet) . RADIATOR: Heavy duty with increased capacity if possible with coolant protection to -40 degrees F. • RIAR WINDOW DEFROSTER: To be electric with wires in /on the window glass. Page 1 of 2 • • • SPEEDOMETER: Certified calibration with 1 mph or 2 mph increments. AIR CONDITIONING: Factory installed. WINDSHIELD WIPERS: To have intermittent feature with washers. RADIO: Factory installed AM /FM stereo and clock (or separate clock). GLASS: Safety glass throughout with tinted windshield. SPARE TIRE LOCATION: To be mounted on the shelf of the trunk. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS: 6 inch halogen spotlight factory mounted on the left windshield pillar, extra dome light centered and 6 to 12 inches back from the wind- shield, electric trunk opener with the control to the left of the driver, full metal hubcaps, left remote control outside rear view mirror, full rubber flooring instead of carpeting inc- luding the trunk, inside trunk light, under the hood light and 1 service manual. Delivery to be within 90 days of signing the purchase agreement. COLORS: Exterior to be a single standard production color. The interior will also be a standard color. (Colors to be chosen at the time of ordering). EXTENDED FACTORY WARRANTY: This is to be included with the quote for the 2 cars but is to be kept separate as the City may /may not want this: The extended warranty is to be a factory warranty which is an extension of the base warranty for a minimum of 4 (four) years /75,000 miles. 93 -03L Page 2 of 2 • THE FOLLOWING ARE THE MINIMUM SPECIF ICATIONS FOR THIS CAR FUEL INJECTED SIX CYLINDER ENGINE FRONT WHEEL DRIVE 104 108 INCH WHEELBASE STANDARD PRODUCTION COLORS - EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR FACTORY AIR CONDITIONER BUMPER RUB STRIPS OR GUARDS (GUARDS PREFERRED) ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER FRONT AND REAR FLOOR MATS TINTED GLASS ALL WINDOWS DUAL OUTSIDE MIRRORS -- LEFT TO BE REMOTE CONTROL SIDE BODY MOLDINGS AM /FM FACTORY INSTALLED STEREO RADIO CLOTH SEATS WITH SPLIT BENCH FRONT SEAT POWER STEERING POWER BRAKES POWER WINDOWS POWER DOOR LOCKS • CRUISE CONTROL AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH OVERDRIVE INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPER WITH WASHERS WHITEWALL RADIAL TIRES - GOODYEAR PREFERRED FULL -DISC METAL HUBCAPS • EXTENDED FACTORY WARRANTY: This is to be included with the quote for the car but is to be kept separate as the City may /may not want this! The extended warranty is to be a factory warranty which is an 'extension of the base warranty for a minimum of 4 (four) years /75,000 miles, 93 -04L QUOTES FOR 1 (ONE) 1993 4 -DOOR ADMINISTRATIVE POLICE CAR STILLWATER POLICE DEPARTMENT • League of Minnesota Cities Dear City Official: 3490 Lexington Avenue North St. Paul, MN 55126 (612) 490 -5600 March 4, 1993 We are writing to ask for your help. Yesterday, the state released new revenue projections, and now the Legislature will begin to quickly firm up its budget proposal. The support of every legislator is important to assure LGA and property tax relief are priorities for the Legislature. Please contact your legislators and the legislative leadership, and ask them for their support for Local Government Aid and for the League's LGA proposal (H.F. 48 - Ostrom and S.F. 78 - Hottinger). As you probably know, Governor Carlson's budget proposal shifted much of the burden onto cities and property taxpayers. He proposed cuts in aid already promised for 1993, froze LGA for future years, and he proposed transferring nearly $52 million from the local government trust fund -- money that had been set aside for property tax relief. Now with over $600 million in additional resources for the next biennium, the Governor is still proposing these cuts. We must urge the Legislature to do better than this. The enclosed handouts explain the actions cities need this year, why these are important and why legislators should support the League's LGA formula proposal. We must act now to urge legislators to make LGA and property tax relief a priority. Nothing is as effective and as important to Legislators as personal contacts from city officials and constituents from their home districts. so please take a few minutes to call your legislators. or write a short note asking for their support for LGA and property tax relief. Also, send copies of those letters to the legislative leadership, so they understand that this is a priority for cities and property taxpayers throughout the state. We appreciate those of you who have called and written in the past, and we enjoy seeing copies of your letters. Many legislators have indicated their support for LGA, and we should thank them for that. However, contacts from you now can help firm up that support and encourage them to make the extra effort that is likely to be needed to make LGA a priority this year. Thanks for your efforts, and as always, if you have questions or feedback please give us a call here at the League. Very truly yours, 7q.(:& • A im Miller, Executive Director Don Diddams, Senior Legislative Representative • • League of Minnesota Cities 1. Restore the integrity of the Local Government Trust Fund (LGTF). With over $600 million of new resources available to the state since the Governor's original proposal, the governor now wants to transfer $87 million to the general fund, $35 million more than he had originally proposed! This money must be restored, along with the commitment that the LGTF is dedicated to property tax relief. 2. Restore the cuts in aid for 1993. The Governor has proposed cutting $10 • million from LGA amounts already promised to cities for 1993 and an additional $9 million of HACA promised to cities and counties for 1993. Restoring these cuts will help restore the trust between the state and local governments. 3. Provide an adeauate increase in LGA for 1994. LGA should grow at the same rate as revenues in the LGTF. Based on current projections, this would mean approximately a 5% increase for 1994 (fiscal year 1995). 4. Distribute the increased funding for LGA through a formula consistent with the purpose of LGA and the principles of equity and property tax relief. The LGA formula proposal developed by the League and introduced as S.F. 78 and H.F. 48 is consistent with these principles and has the support of cities. Only $36 million is needed to restore the cuts in LGA for 1993 and provide a reasonable increase for 1994. This is a small portion of the $606 million that has become available. Cities urge the Legislature to provide this $36 million for LGA. March 3, 1993 3490 Lexington Avenue North St. Paul, MN 55126 (612) 490 -5600 Local Government Aid What is needed this year? Major Features of the League LGA Proposal H.F. 48 (Ostrom) - S.F. 78 (Hottinger) • Funding for city LGA will grow at the same rate as revenues into the Local Government Trust Fund (LGTF). • The city LGA share of j LGTF revenue growth will' be distributed to compensate for differences in need and differences in tax base. • The new formula will correct perceived inequities in the current distribution of aid over time as increased funding permits. The formula will not cut current aid amounts for any city. • Future aid increases will be based on objective factors outside the control of local officials. Historical spending will no longer be the basis for aid increases. • The new formula will automatically distribute the increased LGTF revenue available for city aid and will not encourage or require annual legislative "tinkering ". This will help assure stability in future city aid amounts. Wh support LGA and the eague LGA proposal • LGA is oronerty tax relief. Property taxes are already too high. Reasonable increases in funding for LGA are needed to help prevent property taxes from rising even faster. • Eauity. Property tax and service equity are the state's responsibility. Equity is the most important thing the state buys with LGA, and LGA helps assure that even cities with very low property wealth are able to provide adequate public services. • Affordability. LGA represents only 4% of the state's overall budget, and the funding increases included in the League proposal can be paid for out of the normal growth in revenues in the Local Go'✓ernment Trust Fund. This money has already been set aside for property tax relief programs like LGA. • Breaking the link with city spending. All future aid increases would be based on objective factors outside the control of city officials and would not be influenced by actual city spending decisions. • It has the sunnort of cities. This proposal has broad support among cities of all sizes and types throughout the state. It makes changes in aid gradually over time, and does not cause fiscal upheaval for any cities • • For further information about the League's proposal, please contact Don Diddams or Gary Carlson • at the League offices. In addition to your own legislators, the following are the key legislative leaders to contact about the funding for LGA and property tax releif. Senator Roger D. Moe Room 208 Capitol Saint Paul, MN 55155 Senator Douglas J. Johnson Room 205 Capitol Saint Paul, MN 55155 Representative Dee Long • 463 State Office Building Saint Paul, MN 55155 • Representative Alan W. Welle 459 State Office Building Saint Paul, MN 55155 Representative Ann Rest 443 State Office Building Saint Paul, MN 55155 Legislative Leadership Senate Majority Leader Phone: (612) 296 -2577 Senate Tax Committee Chairman Phone: (612) 296 -8881 Speaker of the House Phone: (612) 296 -0171 House Majority Leader Phone: (612) 296 -6206 House Tax Committee Chair Phone: (612) 296 -4176