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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 18, 1993 Work SessionNOTICE OF OFFICIAL MI~TING Notice is hereby given that an official meeting is to be hcld in thc City of Columbia Heights as follows: Meeting of: MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL, AND CITY MANAGER Date of Mcetin~ MONDAY, OCTOBER 18, 1993 Time of Meeting~ 7:00 PM Location of Meeting~ MUNIClI~AL SERVICE CENTER~.,et~,/t~ 637 38th Avenue N.E. Purpose of Meeting: WORK SESSION General Work Session 7:00 PM 1. 52nd Avenue/Clover Pond Drainage 7:15 PM 2. Business Licenses/Zoning Fees 7:30 PM 3. Newsletter 7:45 PM 4. Housing Maintenance Code 7:55 PM 5. CR 104 Turnback - Update ~t.4g.etWo r k Session 8:15 pM 6. Review Capital Outlay Accounts 10:30PM 7. Adjournment The City of Columbia Heights does not discriminate on the basis of .disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Columbia Heights' services, programs, and activities. Auxiliary aids for handicapped persons are available upon request when the request is made at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the City Council Secretary at 782-2800, Extension 209, to make arrangements. (TDD/782-2806 for deaf only) CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS .590 40th Avenue N. E. Columbia Heights, MN 55421-3878 (612) 782-2800 /. Mayor Donald J. Murzyn, Jr. Couneilmembers Sean T. Clerkin Bruce G. Nawrocki Gary L. Peterson Robert W. Ruettimann City Manager Patrick Hentges October 15, 1993 Dear Resident: Currently the street in front of, or adjacent to, your home is part of County Road 104. Typically, County roads were constructed to provide routes from farm to market or between cities within the county. In urban areas, county roads were generally more heavily waveled routes that needed more maintenance than dries could provide back when many city streets were not paved. The designation of County Road 104 was part of the agreement between thc City and Anoka County when Kordiak Park was created, and does not meet the traditional criteria for a County Road. Because of this, the County's Comprehensive Transportation Plan recommends that County Road 104 be "turned back" to the City. What effect will this have on you as a homeowner along this route? As far as snow plowing and regular maintenance, there will be no change. The City has maintained this route for years under an agreement with the County. With regard to future reconstruction of thc street when needed, you would be responsible for any assessments for half the width of the street in front of your home. The County has agreed to be subject to assessments for half the width in front of park property. If the street in front of your home is asphalt, you would be subject to assessments for sealcoating as are most of the property owners in the City. The Columbia Heights City Council will be considering the acceptance of the "turnback" of County Road 104 at their October 25, 1993 meeting. If you have qu'esrions, please contact the Anoka County Highway Department at 754-3520 or myself at 782-2880. Public Works Director, City Engineer MAW:jb 93-655 "SERVICE IS OUR BUSINESS" EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER County Contr~t No. 900645A JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR MAINTENANCE OF COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAYS WITHIN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA I-~-IGHTS THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of ,1993, by and between the County of Anoka, a political subdivision of the State of Minnesota, 2100 Third Avenue, Anoka, Minnesota 55303, hereinafter referred to as the 'County," and the City of Columbia Heights, a political subdivision of the State of Minnesota, 590 - 40th Avenue Northeast, Columbia Heights, Minnesota 55421, hereinafter referred to as the 'City,' pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 471.59, as amended, providing for the joint exercise of powers. WHEREAS, Minn. Stat. § 162.02, as amended, permits the County to designate certain roads and streets within the City and County as County State Aid Highways (CSAHs); and WHEREAS, the City has concurred in the designation of the CSAHs within its limits as identified by the County Board's Resolution of July 8, 1957, and October 9, 1957; and WHEREAS, there have been 6.02 miles of public streets designated as CSAHs and County Roads (eRs) within the City: CSAH No. 2 2.80 miles CSAH No. 4 2.07 miles CR No. 102 0.25 miles CR No. 104 0.90 miles; and WHEREAS, k is in the public interest, economy, and welfare for the City to do certain maintenance work on County-designated CSAHs and Cl~ within the corporate limits of the City; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest, economy, and welfare for the County to mm back certain roadways that no longer serve a County-wide function; and WHEREAS, the City and County agree that CR No. 104 no longer serves a County-wide function and should be designated a City Street. NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually stipulated and agreed: I. PURPOSE: A. To reimburse the City for routine maintenance including snowplowing, ice control, bituminous patching, crosswalk painting, and sign knockdown replacements on designated CPS and CSAHs. B. The County shall release CR No. 104 to the City on January 1, 1994. C. The County shall continue to pay to the City a maintenance fee for CR No. 104 of $3,600.00 per year until December 31, 1996. D. After December 31, 1996, the County mileage which the City maintains shall be reduced by 0.90 miles to 5.12 miles and maintenance costs will be computed on that basis. This Agreement' shall become effective January 1, 1994, the signature of the parties notwithstanding, and shall continue in force until December 31, 1998. HI. SCOPE OF THE PROJECT The City shall perform wutine maintenance including snowplowing, ice contwl, crosswalk painting, including messages, sign replacements, and bituminous patching on the four aforementioned CPs and CSAHs. At the last City Council meeting of 1993, the City agrees to pass a resolution accepting the tumback of CR No. 104 in its entirety. IV. COSTS: The County hereby agrees to pay to the City the sum of $4,000.00 per year per mile or a total sum of $24,080.00 per year from January l, 1994, to December 31, 1996, and $4,300.00 per year per mile or a total sum of $22,016.00 per year from January 1, 1997, to December 31, 1998, for all services provided hereunder by the City during the terms of this Agreement. The City shall, at the end of each contract year, submit an itemized billing statement to the County for all services provided hereunder. -2- The County shall, within sixt~ (60) days of receipt of the billing statement, make payment to the City, or make reasonable arrangements for payment that are acceptable to the City. V. DISBURSEIV[ENT OF FUNDS: All funds disbursed by the County or City pursuant to this Agr~m~t shall be disbersad by ~ ~tity pursu~ut to the m~hod provided by law. VI. CONTRA~ AND PURCHASES: All contracts let and purchases made pursuant to this Agreement shall be made by the City in conformance to state laws. VII. STRICT ACCOUNTABILITY: A strict accounting shall be made of all funds and report of all receipts and disbursements shall be made upon request by either party. VIII. TERMINATION: This Agreement may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause, upon not less than thirty (30) days written notice delivered by mail or in person to the other party. If notice is delivered by mail, k shall be deemed to be received two (2) days after mailing. If this Agreement is terminated prior to the end of any contract year, the City shall be entitled to receive a pro-rated share of the contract sum based upon a percentage completion of the term of the Agreement. Said sum shall be due the City sixty (60) days after receipt by the County and an itemized billing statement from the City. IX. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION: In accordance with the County's Affirmative Action Policy and the County Commissioners' policies against discrimination, no person shall illegally be excluded from full-time employment rights in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise ~ubjected to discrimination in the pm/ram which is the subject of this Agreement on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, marital status, public assistance status, age, disability or national origin. -3- X. NOTICE: For purpose of delivery of any notices hereunder, the notice shall be effective if delivered to the County Admlni-~trator of Anoka County, 2100 Th/rd Avenue, Anoka, Minnesota 55303, on behalf of the County, and the City Manager of Columbia Heights, 590 - 40th Avenue Northeast, Columbia Heights, Minnesota 55421, on behalf of the City. XI. INDEMNIFICATION: The City and the County mutually agree to indemnify and hold harmless each other from any claim~, losses, costs, expenses or damages resulting from the acts or omissions of the respective officers, agents or employees relating to activity conducted by either party under this Agreement. XII. TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF CONTRACT It is understood by the parties that the City's ability to perform under the terms of this Agreement may, from time to time, be prevented or substantially impaired, by labor strike or slowdown, acts of God, civil disturbance, flood, fire, accident or by the illness, injury, death or employment termination of personnel needed to carry out the terms of this Agreement. In the event that the City learns or has reason to believe its ability to perform under this Agreement will be prevented or substantially impaired for any of the above reasons, or for any reason whatsoever, it shall promptly notify the County Highway Engineer and the County Administrator. Upon receipt of such notice, the County shall determine, in its sole discretion, whether or not to temporarily suspend the operation of this Agreement. If it does decide to suspend the operation of this Agreement, it shall promptly so notify the City. Upon receipt of such notification by the City, the this Agreement shall be suspended until such time as it is determined by mutual agreement that the conditions leading to the suspension have been eliminated, or sufficiently alleviated, so as to allow the City to resume satisfactory performance of this Agreement. If in the absence of any notice by the City as stated above, the County learns, or has reason to believe, that the City's performance under this Agreement is or shall be prevented or substantially impaired for any of the reasons stated in the preceding paragraph, the County, in its sole discretion, may notify the City that this Agreement is temporarily suspended. Such suspension shall be effective upon receipt of the County's notice by the City and shall continue in effect until such time as the parties determine, by mutual agreement, that the conditions leading to the suspension have been eliminated or sufficiently alleviated so as to allow the City to resume satisfactory performance of this Agreement. -4- Agreement shall be valid only when they have been reduced to writing and duly signed by the parties herein. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties of this Agreement have hereunto set their hands on the dates written below. COUNTY OF ANOKA CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS By: By: Dan Ethan, Chairman County Board of Commissioners Dated: Donald Murzyn Jr., Mayor Dated: ATTEST By: John 'Jay' McLinden County Administrator Dated: By: Patrick Hentges City M*n*~er Dated: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL By: Paul K. Ruud County Engineer Dated: By: City Engineer Dated: APPROVED AS TO FORM By: Dan Klint Assistant County AtWmey Dated: By: City Attorney -6- RESOLUTION NO. BEING A RESOLUTION REGARDING THE TURNBACK OF COUNTY ROAD 104 WHEREAS, Minn. Stat. S 162.02, as amended, permits the County to designate certain roads and streets within the City and County as County State Aid Highways (CSAHs); and WHEREAS, the City has concurred in the designation of the CSAHs within its limits as identified by the County Board's resolution of July 8, 1957, and October 9, 1957; and WHEREAS, there have been 6.02 miles of public streets designated as CSAHs and County Roads (CRs) within the city: WHEREAS, it is in the public interest, economy, and welfare for the County to turn back certain roadways that no longer serve a County-wide function; and WHEREAS, the City and County agree that CR No. 104 no longer serves a County-wide function and should be designated a City Street; and WHEREAS, the County has agreed to pay to the City a maintenance fee for CR No. 104 of $3,600.00 per year until December 31, 1996; and WHEREAS, Anoka county has agreed that at the point in which existing CR 104 is in need of repair or reconstruction, the Anoka County property abutting the roadway will be treated as any other property and will be assessed consistent with the City's assessment policy. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA that the City of Columbia Heights agrees to accept the turnback of CR 104 from Anoka County to the City of Columbia Heights on January 1, 1994. The motion to adopt such resolution was seconded by , and upon roll call the following voted: YEAS: NAYS: Thereupon the mayor declared 'said resolution duly adopted and passed. Passed: Donald J. Murzyn, Jr., Mayor Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary /. CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS Public Work~ Deparanent TO: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: DONALD MU ZYN, JR., MAYOR CITY COUNCIL PATRICK HENTGES, CITY MANAGER MA ( A. wn soN PUBLIC WORKS DJRECTOR/C1TY ENGIN~-RR 52ND AVENUE FLOODWAY AND CLOVER POND DIVERSION OCTOBER 4, 1993 In March of 1991, thc Cities of Columbia Heights and Fridlcy entered into a loint Powers Agreement to undertake improvements in the stormwater collection system that they collectively use along their common border between Central Avenue and Stinson Blvd. One part of the project is to provide an outlet from the Highland Lake-Secondary Pond- Tertiary Pond system. Currently stormwater water flows from Highland Lake into the Secondary Pond and finally to the Tertiary Pond. The Tertiary Pond has no outlet. In the past this has not been a problem as the water in the Tertiary Pond would rather quickly soak into the ground due to the nature of the underlying sandy soils. In recent years, the water has not soaked in as quickly due to the fine silts that have flowed into the Pond and have been sealing the bottom. During the heavy storms in the summer of 1993, there were at least two occasions where the water level in the Tertiary Pond remained high enough to be of concern. Fortunately, in both these eases, further rainfall held off long enough to allow the water level to drop. In order to provide an outlet from this system, it is proposed to construct a connection from Highland Lake to Clover Pond, which drains through the storm sewer system to Sullivan Lake and then to the Mississippi River. This connection would include a 12" storm sewer across Innsbruck Parkway at Innsbmck Parkway West and a manually controlled diversion structure. This diversion structure would only be operated to release water when the Highland- Secondary-Tertiary system is reaching capacity. To protect homes on the Clover Pond from potential flooding, the outlet pipe to Clover Pond will have a physical restriction so that the outflow from Highland Lake cannot exceed the capacity of the outlet from Clover Pond. The second part of the project is to improve capacity in a section of the storm sewer line downstream of Clover Pond. Due to inadequate capacity in a portion of the existing line, three or four homes with walkouts in Fridley have been flooded during certain storm events. Memorandum to Mayor, City Council & City Manager October 4, 1993 Page 2 The proposed construction would be to place a new 42" pipe above the existing 36" existing pipe to act as an overflow. In order to minimize disturbance during construction, this pipe would be relatively shallow. This overflow pipe would only carry water during heavy storm events. A portion of the water will be captured by downstream catch basins while following an existing drainage swale along the corporate boundary. Flows not captured by the catch basins will follow the swale and be diverted behind Cheapo Records to 52nd Avenue, then across Central Avenue. For a short distance upstream of the new 42" pipe, a shallow buried 36" pipe with a slotted drain will be installed to pick up runoff from the back yards. ConcelTlSl The flooding problems to be alleviated by this project are all in Fridley, although the storm water causing the problem originates in both cities. Additionally, due to the lecafion of the existing storm sewers, all construction will occur in Columbia Heights. Residents around Clover Pond have concerns regarding the effect on Clover Pond. As previously mentioned, the diversion smacture will be manually controlled and the restriction in the pipe will restrict the outflow to less than the capacity of the Clover Pond outlet. There is some concern that vegetative material from Highland Lake will enter Clover Pond and start unwanted growth in Clover Pond. It would be possible for some seeds or small portions of aquatic plants could u'avel to Clover Pond, but the use of this diversion is expected to be a rare occurrence and Clover Pond would be monitored afterwards to see if foreign growth starts and at that time treated. Residents at 1735 and 1745 !,~sbruek are concerned about restoration after construction of the line. Every effort will be m~ to restore the landscaping and the proposed contract includes four different species of replacement trees. The owners of the properties at 1125, 1135, 1145 and 1165 Polk Place are very concerned about the disruption and loss of mature landscaping due to the installation of the 48" storm line. The City has a 25' easement through this portion of the project. Staff will be meeting with affected property owners this week, to look at an alternate layout that may minimize the loss of mature trees. This would involve the addition of 5 - 45-clegree bends to the 42" pipe. This would potentially add $8-10,000 to the estimated construction cost of $108,000. Staff would like to bring this project to the Council for approval on October llth as it may yet be possible to have construction completed this year. All affected property owners would be notified of the meeting. MAW:jb 93-636 51st COURT £S NOSNHOr HI, II 0 £$ :1 POND DIVERSION OF ANY TREES THE APPROVAL CLOVER POND ION 12' TO CLO' ,e.o~...~ ~" . 13 OUTLET .15 ? Ix l$' 51,..,I;'~ -. ." -.~."T~'EE OISCHAR(,.J' ;-,~,LV[~ 1 HIGHLAND LAKE ANGLE 157 REMOVE ND' ~ "~ PATH Z OZ -.-3TORM SEWER 1170 52ND AVE. NUE 94.6 .... ',..~.~,~. T~ 94~ 8 42' 56' ~ARED ~D DRt N PIPE !175 1125 1135 1145 ~ 1165 ~ A T ~ A I R 6 POLK PLACE REPLACE EX. (~ASt!!' ...- ,, ................... 33~S BO'~¥± ! z (..)Z n,,,L~l J 0 o~ · -rm , Z ra'l I. STEEL SEWER PRODUCTS ~ ~ Double Nut Runato CSP  ' Rung Detail B Plate Eact~ Side o! Corrugated ~-~ Manhole Ste Alternate Methods for Attaching Manhole Steps SLOTI'ED DRAINS $1 CSP SLOTTED DRAIN By weldin~ a narrow section of ~xatin$ in the top of a corrupted steel pipe, a continuous grate inlet is achieved. Originally conceived to pick up sheet flow in roadway medians, parkin~ lots, airports, etc., this product has proved even more useful in curb inlets. slab and standard oast-lron frlme and $1otteddrainwithconcrete slurry. J% CITY OF COLUNBIA HEIGHTS TO: PATRICK Wa~TGES, CITY ][%NAGER FROM~ VALORIE GIFFORD, SPECIAL PROJECTS DATE ~ SEPTEMBER 27, 1993 SUBJECT: NEWST.~TTER FORMAT COORDINATOR ! have explored the newsletter options and here is what I have for you: Current Expenditures: City Newsletter Council Minutes Recr. Brochures Other brochure) 6,600 (approximately $1,650 per issue) 9,300 3,600 1,000 (does not include recycling Total $20,500 Option Retain same paper size and type, decrease number of pages to four,(like the Sheffield SPecial Edition) issue six times per year $12,830.88 year, (based on $2,138..48 for Sheffield issue-printing, mailing and postage) Advantage: No typesetting in-house, (i.e., desktop publishing) least expensive paper type, greater frequency and more currency to news, less pressure to put in "kitchen Sink" Disadvantage: Typesetting is expensive ($50 per page), editorial decision not made internally-less control over product. $12,830.88 does not include recreation Change to 8 1/2 x 11 on 60 lb. paper (recycled white), issue six times per year, prepare camera ready, (i.e., desktop publishing in-house) Page 2 Costs 4 pages, $10,914 (based on $820 printing, $919 postage, $80 mailing x 6 issues) 6 pages, S13,932 (based on $1,323 printing, postage and mailing remain the same) 8 pages, $16,434 (based on $1,740 printing) 12 pages $21,414 (based on $2,570 printing) Advantages~ Newer, more contemporary look, save money by doing typesetting in-house, more compact format may attract more readers, 6 issues of 8 pages costs less than all our current publishing costs Disadvantages= In-house desk top publishing is time and skill intensive, will require a different commitment of staff time Proposed features using either options Special front page feature (six per year, selected in advance to allow all departments to contribute their perspective)~ feature would be a major issue or event which is predominant or about which we need to educate the public. Would be completed on interior page. Fast News~ one column, front page listing, approximately 5 items varying between 3 to 12 lines each. Keep residents up to date on happenings not requiring lengthy articles. Commission highlights~ 1/3 page inside, covering what each commission is currently considering, and topics they would like to see covered. Volunteer sections 1/3 page inside with photo or graphic £11ustrating activity. Quite a lot of information can be included, and photo would attract attention and its goal would be to get readers to say, 'I'd like to do that.' Reminders~ 1/3 page inside, bullet style, reminding readers of specific dates or activities. Hires History~ 3 inch by I column, photo with caption, showing seasonal event An past, if possible, connected with the feature. Events Calendarl day by day listing of all upcoming meetings, events, deadlines, and so on, throughout the 2 months; 2 columns wide, length of'page. Council minutes in brief, for preceeding four meetings (in place of current Focus minutes), 2/3 of back page. Mailing label= 1/3 back page. Other possible selections could be~ "Ask City Hall": foldable 8 1/2 x 11 checklist of items in the neighborhood which need attention, i.e., fire hydrants, refuse, street, shrubbery, playground, streetlight, etc. Also blank area for comments or other help item not listed. Would include boxes to check indicating response needed, not needed. "Code Corner" seasonal reminders of what constitute code violations, for instance, parking on the boulevard, cat licenses required, remodeling permits, etc. Heights Trivia: a small corner devoted to unusual facts about the city. Recommendation: Option 2. Typesetting in-house is costly in two ways: staff time, and training. However, I think the expense will pay off. We cannot afford to do a poor Job of communicating because our residents are bombarded with myriad other printed information. To compete successfully, to be noticed, we must have the ability to create professional, attractive materials. This requires us to use the technology and skills which dominate the marketplace. Desktop publishing skill is crucial to our ability to compete cost effectively. Every department should have someone familiar with desk top publishing. But, the newsletter editor will need to have the greatest skill as she will be doing the most complex tasks with it. I understand that Joanne Student' is the staff assigned to newsletter editing. To my knowledge, she is not conversant with desktop publishing. If option 2 were selected Joanne would need to acquire the skills. VO/sh HEIGHTS GAZETTE ., ~ 'h -- ~, ,e ,~-,,, '.: ~.~ ...'~ ...:.~,~.., ..:. ,D~..'~.:~~ A Ye~ly Challenge ' . · ..'~L~t' .~ .... · '.~ ..' .... ~L'~',~, ",fZ~ ..... ' _ .N~w ~ · Now ~ ~e ~me f~'~ ~,~e ~ ~ ~ ~.~ . · .. ~.~ ... Now ~ ~d of ~lr ~~.' Now ~ ~e ~ ~r ~ , .., ~,, .~..~ Now ~ ~e ~me ~r-u t'.~~~'~~[;~ ':,Now ti the tIIe ,aid .~' Now ti ~ ~ I F~T ~ ~ cuts on happening Items. Quffe a blt of news can be covered In thLs one column. Bullets can be used to outline. A t"nall news bulle- tin ptctum could be used next to each subheading. Unlimit- ed with whatever creativity your mind can conjure up. This Is a sample only. Itlsa Rough Dr~ On~. ~ ha~ noth- ing to do wtth our new com- puter system. It does, howev- er, contain ~me of the data Publishing Seminar attended by three staff persons. A Is for Apple. B is fo~ Bonnie. C is for Computer. D is for ~ally. E Is for excellent. F is Pul:to Works to Tflm Tries G I~ for Green ancl Growing. H Is of Home, I is for Imtant. J I~ for Jolly. K i~ for Idndergar- ten. L i~ for Uama. AuouII 12, 7:0O PM for Mom. N is for Nice. 0 b tbr Ocfor~. Pleaie Be Quiet. R is for eecycI~ w~m $ iS for S~lp~nclous. T ~ ~r T~. U ~U~. ~~ W$~W~~. X~X~..Y~r Y~Z~~. ' At the last meeting of the Pinning -,nd Zontn~ Commission, citisens appeared.... Figure 1 Volunteers Beautification Tenma This would be whatever, most like y relating to the picture at the side. One of the most difficult things with the layout of this brochure is the ~mowledge to know what Word Perfect offers and how to acce~ iL As they say, knowl- edge is power. ~ quite a !nr~e nmaunt 0finf0rmatJ0n can be placed in this area. Givin~ full detail of a special project or ~mprovement would be abso- lutely no problem as this area would con~-ue done to the end of the picture. If you were to use a portrait picture, rather than lands~, you would have even more room than shows * Compost ~ are available, call ~8~-2813 for more tnFormntlon..~/~,, ,~' · Tree ~,,_-peet~ons for nnteh E~ base wm be o~ttrln~ dul~ S-S and August 10-11. Call 782-2880 ff you hnve any questions. .~,: ~:, Your Special Assessments payments ~ due by june 40, .1888, 4:45 PM. If YOu did not receive your notice or need additionnl Informntlon, eall 782,~814. EVENTS CALENDAR 2 Braats and talk McKenna Park 6pm · · 4-10 Nat'l v.,'i~.ary Week ? Tell it to the ~_myor City Hall 9. noon 1~ Taxes due Fire Works Hu~et Park Hmmmi~an of'~e Yem' Awa~l 9 In~etions Eoundt~ble 10 Police Chief's Forum 15 Human Svcs Commiesim Murzyn Hall 7'~) pm 7:30 pm Ifyou need further information about an event or telephone numbers call 782-~800 between 8 am COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 3.'1993 ' ' - · Council actions included approval of acceptin~ bids for new Huset park swimming pool and cabana~ Councilperson Deet abstaine& A proclamation was intwe wbyu soft. MAY 2, 1993 Council denied bid for new plumbing for Murzyn Hall. Instructed staff to rebid the project. Oouncilpe- rson Delroy challenged the purchase d new policecars but ended up votin~ for them anyway. ITRANSCRI~ M]NIYI~S of all City Council meetin~ are available by callin~ 782-~00. Council meet- in~s are broad cast live on Cable TV Channel 16, and rebroadcast at ,elect times. Council meetin~ are held ev~ery 9~nd and 4th Monday of the month in the City Hall Council Chambers at ? pm. Everyone is welcome. 590 40th Ave NE 782-2400/DJ:) 782-2106 C::O/. H~ Air i&421 September Ootober Inside this Issue Park & Rec News ........................ 2 Help Prevent Water Polution ....... 2 Safety Camp ............................... 3 1993 Leaf Drop-Off .................... .4 Fire Prevention Week ................. 5 Neighborhood Watch ................ 6 Social Services Upclates ............ 7 Mayor Larry Bakken Council Members Gloria Johnson Joan Russell Ray Stockman David Thompson City Managor Bill Joynes Editor Cheryl Weiler In Focus A single-topic quarterly in-depth news e.er on ioca issu;s and government services that play a major role in shaping the future of your community. To subscribe, send a $4 check, payable to the City of Golden Valley, to cover postage and materials. Please return to: City of Golden Valley, In Focus, 7600 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, MN 5542. i Name: .... .... cty:,,, ~.~ate: Zip: J Dispatch Center Will Move To St Eouis Park in 1994 After months of unsuccessful negotiations with neighboring cities to the north, Golden Valley will sign a contract for joint dispatching services with its neighbor to the south. At its July 6 meeting, City Council approved an initial two-year agreement in which St Louis Park will provide dispatching ancl short-term jailing facilities for Golden Valley. Since then the two Cities have been working together to develop a plan for the new system, which is scheduled to go on line January 1, 1994. The pla~ includes an improved police channel for both Cities that will provide better service and safety for officers and citizens. Golden Valiey's state-of-the-art E-911 system will be moved to St Louis Park and combined with that City's new radio hardware and existing Computer Aided Dispatch system, providing bOth Cities with the most current technology available today. Both Cities view the entire project as part of a continuing commitment to innovatively sharing talents, technology, and human resources. Cost allocation is based on a formula that compares population and net tax capacity of each City and is weighted 60/40 in favor of population. Golden Valley will cover 36% of the operation's costs and St Louis Park 64%. Golden Valley's net operating budget will be consistent with past joint dispatching expenditures, says Public Safety Director Dean Mooney. He expects that start-up costs will be more than offset by the savings achieved by not purchasing capital equipment for a City dispatch center budgeted in the 1994 ClP (Capital Improvement Program). The pending move has already caused some changes. Three Golden Valley dispatchers have accepted POsitions else- where, making it necessary for the City Io hire a former dispatcher and several St Louis Park dispatchers to cover those shifts until the end of the year. Beyond that, it is hoped that the other dispatchers will be offered positions in the new joint operation at St Louis Park, says Cit~Ma,,nager Bill Joynes. ~ ' & SJgnifica Number of 911 phone calls answered by the Golden Valley/New Hope Emergency Communi- cations Center Dispatchers in 1992: 17,400 Number of incidents handled: 32,306 Poreeflt that hal3Pefled in Golden Valley: 49.8% Number of incidents handled in 1991: 3~.88 In 1990: 31,733 Percent that happened in Golden Valley in 1991: In 1990: Help Prevent Water- Pollution Caused By Storm Water Run-Off As you clean your yards this fall, keep in mind that most of the debris that ends up in the streets usually ends up in the C#y's storm sewer system. Big deal, you · ay? Well it is. The storm sewer grates, inlets, or catch basins you see on streets and in parking lots ell over town exist to collect run-off from ra!n and melting snow. From there it goes underground to storm sewer pipes and is carried away. The system is engineered to prevent flooding that would otherwise occur in urban areas where buildings and concrete often Interfere with the ground's ability to absorb water. The run-off water eventually ends up in the nearest rivers, streams, lakes, ponds, or wetlands. On its way to the sewer grate, the run-off water picks up things from streets, lawns, and parking lots---things like fertilizers, pesticides, eroded soil, litter, pet droppings, oil, antifreeze, leaves, and grass clippings. Add up all the debris that enters all the sewer grates in town, and you have some major water pollutants. Sometimes more pollutants enter water from storm sewer systems than from industries and wastewater treatment facilities. · Maintain a healthy lawn. · Don't allow soil, leaves, or grass clippings to accumulate on your drive- way, sidewalk, or in the street. · Sweep (not wash) fertilizer and soil off driveways and walkways. Any debris remaining on paved areas will quickly be washed into the nearest storm sewer during the next rainfall. · Plant trees, shrubs, or ground covers to increase the amount of water that soaks into the ground. · Redirect downspouts from paved areas to vegetated areas. · Use a rain barrel to catch and store water for gardens. · Install gravel trenches along driveways or patios. · Use porous materials such as wooden planks or bricks for walkways and patios. · Wash your car on the lawn, not the driveway. · Don't use the storm sewer for disposing of motor oil, antifreeze, pesti- cides, paints, solvents, or other malerleis. · If you have a storm sewer grate or catch basin adjacent to your property, clean it out every so often. · Minimize your use of de-icing materials on sidewalks and driveways. · Disp .cee of pat wastes by flushing Ihem down the toilet or by burial.~'" The good news is there are things you can do to help. Here are some suggestions from the University of Wisconsin-Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources: Park & Rec The 1993 Fall Park and Recreation Activities booklets have been mailed to each home in Golden Valley. A few highlights include: Warming #oueo Attendante -- Applications are currently being taken for skating rink attendants to supervise shelter buildings during the winter skating season. Contact the Park and Recreation Department, 544-5218 for more information. Mueic, Mom/Did & Mo -- Parents can join their three- and four-year-old children for musical fun with bounces, wiggles, trebles, and claps. Your child's favorite nursery rhymes come to life with circle games, expressive mo~/ement, appealing melodies, and simple instruments designed for this age group. Class starts October 4 and meets Mondays at 11:15 am for six weeks. Music For Kinde~folk -- It's time to snap your fingers, tap your toes, and listen how music goes. Students ages three to five will experience a variety of musical activities. Class starts October 6 and meets Wednesdays at 11:15 am for six weeks. Self Protection For Women · GIHe -- A two- hour program with a lifetime value will teach you how to avoid confrontations before they happen, who is likely to attack you and how to use psychology against them, more than 20 highly sensitive areas on an attacker's body to stop him cold, what to do and what NOT to do if you are the victim of the attack, and more. Wednesday, September 29, 7 pm, at Brookview Community Center. Adult lleketball Leag,ee -- Register now for Wednesday and Friday evening five-person basket- ball leagues. Practices begin in mid-November; games start early December and continue through the and of March. Qthor ~fferln~a include Window Transparency Stars, Line Dancing, Basket Weaving, Standard First Aid, and more. To receive a Fall Activities booklet, or register for an activity, call the Park and Recreation Department at 544-5218. Golden Valley Park · Recreation Brookvlew Community Center · 00 Brookvlow Parkwoy Golden Volley, MN BB427 144-B218 Mondly. Irlfdly, · am - 41~0 pm Safety Campers learn how to test and change batteries in smoke detectors. First Safe.ty. Camp Wins High Marks Where can 100 kids enjoy the outdoors and learn a lot about safety issues while mingling with folks like McGruff the Crime Dog, Sparky the Fire Dog, and Paul Douglas, the KARE-11 meteorolo- gist? Where can they greet Smokey the Bear as he emerges from a Huey helicopter, cool off under the refreshing spray from a fire truck hose, and learn to dance the conga from a Minnesota State Trooper in full dress uniform? Where else but et the Golden Valley Safety Camp. Golden Velley's first annual Safety Camp, sponsored by the City's Police and Fire Departments, was held in late July at Brookvlew Park. For two days a Safety Camp staff of police officers, firefighters, police reserves, end other safety experts taught nearly 100 youth from the community about things like campfire safety, personal safety, in-line skating and bicycle safety, first aid, water safety, and NSP electrical safety. Campers were visited by members of the Minnesota National Guard and had a chance to look mound the State Patrol helicopter. Staff members appeared to have as much fun as the campers, although they reported that the kids 'did wear them out.' The Golden Valley Seniors have a busy fall schedule planned. A few activities include: · onlor Club -- September 27: Supper featuring a travel video entitled 'Northern Escape.' October 11: Lunch and Card Party. October 25: Halloween Supper Party. 'rdpa -- September 28: Duluth. October 3: ~'My Fair Lady.' October 8: Grand Garage Theater in Stillwater. October 13: LaCrescent/LaCrosse Fall Color Tour. October 22: Cabaret Club in Albert Lea. November 12: Fanny Hill Theater in Eau Claire. · peclal Intereet Group -- will be in full swing in September, including activities such as Hiking, Chorus, Bowling, Discussion, Bicycling, Quilting, '500' Cards, Cribbage, Bridge, and Investment and Variety/Drama. Classes offered include Oil Painting, Bridge, Line Dancing, Defensive Driving, Crafts, and Humanities. Eduootlonol ·emlnars -- Topics include 'Humor is Good Medicine,' "Be Good To Your Back,' *Joints and Arthritis,' 'Antiques,' and 'Teaching on the Frontier.' All events sponsored by the Golden Valley Seniors Program. For information ami reservations, contact: Golden Volley Seniors Progrem Brookview Community C®ntor · 00 Brookvlew Pmrkwey Golden V&ll®y, MN 654~7 · em to · pm, Monday -Fddey 'We are excited about the outlook for future Safety Camps,' says Sergeant Dennis Arons, an organizer of Safety Camp. 'We'll be busy over the next year modifying and adding to the curriculum to keep the program fresh, so those who enjoyed it this year can take part next year with new topics. We look forward to any input from parents or the community on keeping this event strong.' Safety Camp was funded through camp fees and a sizeable donation from the Golden Valley Crime Prevention Fund. It also received generous support from several local organizations: the Golden Valley VFW donated food and staff both days, the Golden Valley and Medicine Lake McDonald's donated ice cream treats for the campers and their parents, the Optimist Club of Golden Valley donated funds to produce graduation certificates for the campers, and the Crystal Lions Club donated funds for general use. ~ Here's Where To Vote On November 2, Golden Valley will hold city elections for a mayor (two-year term) and two at-large council members (four-year terms). Polling places are listed below. #1 NE Fire Station 3700 Golden Valley Road Valley Presbyterian Church 3100 North Lilac Drive Meadowbrook School 5430 Glenwood Ave #4 Golden Valley City Hall 7800 Golden Valley Road #· SE Fire Station 400 Tumor's Crossroad S #8 Calvary Lutheran Church 7530 Golden Valley Road Sandburg Middle School 2400 Sandburg Lane Brookvlew Community Center 200 Brookview Parkway Fall Leaf Drop-Off Set In response to suggestions and comments regarding last year's Fell Leaf Drop-Off, this year's event includes two major changes. First, Friday drop-offs have been added to aeeommoclate people who can'l make it on Saturdays (it can't be held on Sundays because no disposal sites are open). Second, it will be held at a new site. It is hoped that both changes will make the process faster and more efficient. The Fall Leaf Drop-Off is part of Golden Valiey's recycling program and provides a monitored site for residents to dispose of the leaves at no charge. It is scheduled late enough in the fall so that most of the leaves are off the trees, yet.early enough so it isn't hampered by excessive snowfall. On Leaf Drop-Off days, Brookview Parkway will become a one-way road. All traffic must enter the site from Winnetka Ave and exit on Western Ave. Traffic personnel will direct vehicles to drop-off points set up in various parking lots in the park, where other personnel will help unload or de-bag leaves. Entrance, exit, and drop stations will be clearly posted. The City asks your coopera- tion in making this event Fall Leaf Drop-Off Four Da!Is 0nlF Friday, October 2g 8 am - 4 pm Saturday, October 37 am - i pm Friday, Nouember 5 8 am - 4 pm Saturday, Nouember 6 7am- I pm Brookuietu Park (south of Htuy 55 and WinnetkaAue) successful by following a few guidelines. '1'o participate, residents must: provicte proof of Golclen Valley residency (Minnesota driver's license, ID, or proof of identity and address) de-bag leaves at the site and take the bags home for reuse or disposal. No brush will be accepted. 'l'he City also asks that residents who are able to use the site on Fridays please do so. While Fridays may not be ideal, the City is limited in its choice of days for the Leaf Drop- Off because disposal sites close at 2 pm Saturdays and are not open Sundays. If you miss the Leaf Drop-Off, or if you have brush or other yard waste to get rid of this fall, contact your garbage hauler for its policies and rates or check the Yellow Pages for names of commercial yard waste processing sites. The commercial yard waste site listed below is in nearby Maple Grove. Maple Grove Yard Waste Site: 14796 101 Ave N, Maple Grove. Accepts leaves and brush up to 1-1/2 inch in diameter for $5/cubic yard from April through November. Accepts grass clippings for $10/ cubic yard from June through September ($5/cubic yard other months). Open Monday through Saturday, 8 am to 7 pm and Sunday, noon to 7 pm. Site closes November 30 and re- opens April 1, 1994. Pick-Ups Call Waste Management et 890-1100 before noon on the following Monday. If you have specific recycling questions, call 593-8119. Questions about the Leaf Drop-Off or yard waste in general? Call 593-8119. Recycling pick-up the week of Thanksgiving will be one day later than usual. Have your recyclables et the curb by 7 .am Saturday, November 27. Two..Ways To rart c pate In Waste Reductton Week 'Minnesota Waste ReductionWeek" runs through the end of September, but residents are urged to practice waste reduction all year around. Pay attention to the amount of waste produced in your house- hold and look for ways to reduce it. Here are a few things you can do, courtesy of the Minnesota Office of Waste Management: Reduce the amount of unnecessary mail you receive. Write to Mail Preference Service, Direct Marketing Association, PO Box 9008, Farmingdale, NY 11735-9008 and request that your name be taken off mailing lists (for things commonly called junk mail). Repeat the process every six months and save some trees. P~vent i~allatlen, Gather your house- hold hazardous waste materials (paint, cleaning products, etc) and take them to the Hennepin County Recycling Center at 8100 Jefferson Highway, Brooklyn Park. Hours ere Monday through Friday, 7 am to 9 pm and Saturday, 7 am to 6 pm. Golden Valley Recyelel The Golden Vafley Recycling Program is partially funded by the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners. Get Out, Stay Out: Fire Prevention Week Focus Two New Hope youngsters enjoy their 'ride" on one of the many fire trucks parked at the Fire Department's 50th Anniversary Celebration. Fire Dept Says The Golden Valley Volunteer Fire Department and Relief Association wishes to thank everyone who helped make its 50th Anniversary Celebration 'a wonderful success.' The community support was overwhelming---five major sponsors, more than 46 additional area businesses and organizations, and numerable Golden Valley residents all contributed time, energy, and funds to the effort. For more information about the Golden Valley Volunteer Fire Department, call 593-8080. growing fire. That's why the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) has made escape Every year, at least 3,500 Americans die in home fires. Others are killed or injured in fires where they work or visit. That's why it pays to be prepared. According to the NFPA and the Golden Valley Fire Department, every household shoulcl develop a home fire escape plan and practice it with all occupants at least twice a year. Furthermore, people should get into the habit of identifying escape routes wherever they are so lhey can get out quickly in the event of a fire or other emergency. If a fire breaks out, you may only have a few minutes to safely escape. When developing your escape plan, be sure to consider the following elements: ~' Install smoke detectors so you'll have time to get out, and keep them in good working order. The majority of fatal home fires happen when people are sleeping, and many fire victims die without ever waking up. ~' Know two ways out of every room, especially bedrooms. If one escape route must go through a second story window, be sure to have a safe way to reach the ground. ~- Get out fast. Don't stop for anything. Call the fire department from a neighbor's phone after you are out. ~' Crawl Iow under smoke. Smoke contains deadly gases and is hot, so it will rise to fill the room from the top down. The best air will be 12 to 24 inches off the floor ~' Choose a meeting place outside, preferably at the front, where the fire department will arrive. =' Don't go back, no matter what. Make sure every- one knows that once they are out, they must not go back for any reason. If people are trapped, firefighters have the best chance of rescuing them. ,- ~' If you are trapped, close doors between you and the fire. Stuff the cracks around doors and cover vents to keep smoke out. Signal from a window with a flashlight or by waving a light-colored cloth. ~- Expect the unexpected. Make sure everyone knows lhe alternate routes and can unlock all locks and open all doors and windows quickly, even in the~ dark. ~' Test every door to make sure there's no fire or srnol~e on the other side. If the door, dOOr knob, or spaGe between the door and frame feels hot, use your alternate route. If not, brace your shoulder against the door and open it slowly. Be ready to slam it shut ff heat or smoke rushes in. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year in North America and several European countries in remembrance of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, in which 250 people died and 17,430 buildings were destroyed. It is held the full week of October.--Sunday through Saturday--that includes October 9, the anniversary of the fire. ~ Concerned Neighbors Can PreVent Cr me Eei ,hborhoocE 'We don~t need Neighborhood Watch on our block. We already watch each others' houses. ' Members of the Golden Valley Police Depart- t. ment hear this often. What they find, however, is that often residents don't know what they're watching FOR. They watch the burglars come and they watch the burglars go... and they don't realize what they saw. There are many misconceptions, often supported by stories from other parts of the country, about how criminals operate. The Police Department uses Neighborhood Watch to inform and educate residents about local crime trends and criminals. The more you know about crime, the better you'll be able to recognize suspicious activity in your neighborhood and report it by calling 911. That gives police the opportunity to check out what may or may not be a crime and perhaps prevent a criminal from making another victim in the commu- nity, Neighborhood Watch also helps the Police Department learn about residents' Con- cerns and serve them better. Arrange a meeting between your neighbors and the Police Department. The Police Department's Crime Prevention Specialist will talk about crime in Golden Valley, how local criminals operate, what to recognize as suspicious, how to use 911, and how to protect yourself. Hold two meetings a year in your neighborhood. One can be a social gathering just to get to know your neighbors. The other is a crime prevention refresher updating you on crime patterns and trends. Have et least 50% of your neighborhood represented at each meeting. By following distinct guidelines, Golden Valley has established one of the most credible Neigh- borhood Watch programs in the Twin Cities. For example, Neighborhood Watch groups must meet certain criteria regarding membership numbers and participation. They must select a 'block contact' to serve as the liaison between neigh- bors and the police. And Neighborhood Watch signs are only posted in areas where a majority of the citizens have been educated about what to recognize as suspicious and when to call the Police. They are not posted just anywhere a citizen requests to have 'one of those signs that scare away burglars.' These signs are provided by the Golden Valley Crime Prevention Fund and installed by the Street Department. They warn criminals that your Neighborhood Watch group immediately reports all suspicious activities. The Police Department keeps Watch members informed about crime trends that may affect the community, security devices, prevention programs, and available resources in security and safety. The Crime Watch newsletter describes crimes and suspicion calls reported to police. Information is divided by zones so Watch members can see exactly what's going on in their specific neighbor- hoods. Watch members receive special Crime Alerts any time there is an urgent need to warn the community of a particular crime or trend. City of Golden Valley Motor Vehicle Ucensing Golden Valley City Hall 7800 Golden Valley Road Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm First and Last Saturdays of every month (excluding holiday weekends) 9 am to noon For a sample newsletter, more information, or to schedule a Neighborhood Watch meeting, call the Police Crime Prevention Unit at 593-8058. Shells Miller, Crime Prevention Specialist How To License Your CarWhen It's In Winter Storage Are you one of the many Minnesotans who stores a car during the winter? Does its license come due while irs in storage? Don't worry-- there are solutions. You don't have to drive your convertible through the salt and snow to get its emissions tested. You may take your car in for emissions testing up to 90 days before the license expires. So if the tabs expire in December, go to the testing station in late September or early October, while the weather is still good. If you can't drive your car to the testing station, If the tabs are due in late winter, or if you're going to be out of town, you have another option. Just drive your winter beater to the emissions testing station, show them the renewal notice for your stored car, and ask for · temporary extension. Then bring the extension and renewal notice to us at Golden Valley Motor Vehicle Licensing and we'll sell you the tabs. You can drive your summer car through the testing station when the snow melts. If you have questions, call the emissions hotline at 884-8000, or call Golden Valley Motor Vehicle Licensing at 593-8101. Miranda Smith, Motor Vehicle Licensing Home Improvement Loans Available To Qualified Residents [i~ g, ~ter ~ wnhi~, ~d m~ ~ [ C~ro~t ~l~i~ ~e~ '~ ~~ D~t~ ~ ~1~ ~m ~ - Low-i~e residents ~o w~t to fix up their ho~s can obtain the m~ey ~ ~n ~~s. ~b~ ~ ~~; to ~o so through a pr~r~ that uses fun~s all~ated ~~ ~ ~ tr~t~. ~ 14 Valley. The C~muni~ Development Bilk Grant (CDBG) Housing Reh~ili- ~' ~der ~d a~s are ~. Pay b $7 - ~ ~ tation Program provides up to $10,~ to improve ~e livabili~ an~ e~rgy ~ ~ns av~lab~ at ~ ~ -. r effic~ncy of ~er~cupied, single family homes. Typical work includes ~ R~_ ~t~r~ ~7~ T~~ ,, ~ electrical, plumbing, r~fi~g, heating s~stems, ~rs a~d wi~d~, painting ~~le; M~ay - Fr~ay, 8:~ ~ - 5 ~. ~ :. an~ energy-related improvements. Accessibili~ improvements are also ~.. ~.~ ............ .~ -~-~,~"~:~ ;~' .... ~, ~~: ~i improvements and remodeling are not eligible for funding. Domesti - Assault: Public Forum Scheduled Oct. 19 A clomestic assault occurs every 15 seconds in the United States. The problem is so serious that in 1988 the Surgeon General said it was lhe primary cause of physical injury to American women, exceeding car accidents, rapes, and muggings combined. It happens everywhere, even in your neighborhood. What is domcstic abuse? How is it affecting our children? How do the laws address domestic violence? Are there resources avail- able in our communities? A panel of experts will discuss these topics at a public forum October 19, 1993, from 7:30 to 9 pm, at the Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park. The forum, hosted by the City of BrOoklyn Park, will allot time for questions from the audience and feature resource displays for additional information. Mark your calendars now. ~ The program places a lien against the property to be improved in an amount ' equal to the cost of improvements. The lien is triggered when the property is sold, the title conveyed or transferred, or when the applicant moves out of the property. The lien is forgiven for applicants who retain ownership and occupancy throughout the lien period. There is no interest attached to the loan and there are no monthly payments. The lien period is 10 years. Applicants must: ~ own the property to be improved and occupy it as their principal residence 13 have a gross household income less than 50% of the median income for the Metro- politan area (which ranges from $17,350 for a one-person household to $32,750 for an eight-person household) ;3 have assets of less than $25,000 (this does NOT include the property to be rehabili- tated) ~ have sufficient equity in their home to cover the cost of both the actual improvements and point-of-sale costs for the entire lien period. Projects improve Local Parks Medley Park has a new 25-foot bridge and the trail in South Wesley Park has been cleared of debris and overgrowth, thanks to work this summer by the Twin Cities Tree Trust. The Tree Trust Summer Youth Employment and Training Program provides jobs for economically disadvantaged and handicapped youth by having them work on park improvement projects around the Twin Cities area. The program stresses basic job skills such as atten- dance, teamwork, safety, proper use of equipment, and the importance of a job well done. The nine-person youth crews are closely supervised by a trained crew chief. Tree Trust was established in 1976 to reforest public properties devastated by Dutch elm disease. Over the years, projects have expanded to include landscaping, construction, ancl other park improvement projects that provide significant, lasting benefits to communities. Since its founding, Tree Trust has provided employ- ment opportunities for 16,000 youth in more than 70 area munici- palities. Tree Trust youth employment programs ere funded by Federal and State dollars and by donations from local private foundations and corporations. Applicants must secure two bids for the proposed work after their property is inspected. The applicant and program administrators will review the bids and deter- mine the work items to be funded. All work must comply with local code requirements and will be inspected by program administrators and local inspectors. Funding for this program is very limited, so interested parties should apply as soon as possible. Applications will be processed by the order in which they are received and dated. For more information and/or applications, call the Hennepin Courtly Develop- ment Planning Unit at 348- 6418. ~ Photo Contest: Enter Your "Views Of The Valley" Golden Valley residents are invited to submit their favorite photos of their favorite city (the one they live in, of course) to 'Views of the Valley'--a contest that aims to promote Golden Valley and civic pride. Show off the beauty and uniqueness of your city. What makes it special? Why is it so wonderful to live here? With few rules and many rewards, the contest is meant to be entertaining, educational, and fun. Mrho Has Lived In Golden Valley The Longest? HIVI You Uv.d In Oolden Valley A "Long, Long Tim,' Or Do You Know Someone Who Nie? Ilulee You must be a Golden Valley resident. . Submit photos of nature, cityscapes, buildings, people, activities, or events. Submit color or black-and-white 5 x 7 prints (no slides.) Enter up to three photos. Include complete entry information for each (see below). Deadline I$ November lB, 1993, 4:30 pm. Awarde Grand prize: $75 cash, publication of photo (in black-and-white) in CityNews and on'the cover of the 1994 Guide to Golden Valley, and a certificate of appreciation presented at a City Council meeting. Honorable mention: publication in CityNews and the Guide to Golden Valley, and a certificate of appreciation presented at a City Council meeting. All entries will be displayed in City Hall. Winners will be notified by December 1. The Golden Valley Historical Society is searching for the city's 'Longest Residing Citizen,' He or she will be honored at a luncheon and other City activities. Write to: Or Call: Golden Valley Historical Society '/800 Golden Valley Road Golden Valley, MN 55427 Don Anderson, Golden Valley Historical Society secretary, with the details at 588-8578. Deadline for the search ii October 18, lg93. Address ..... Caption indicating where you took the photo: Day Phone: Age I agree tO let the City of Golden Valley publish my phOtO(S) in City publications with proper credit. Signature: All photo entries become the property of the City of Golden Volley lad will not be returned. ~ IIIBB ~ ~lB IBIIB ~IIB ~ IBBI loll MIlO ~I ~B ~ ~" loll lImB ~ ~ ~ ~m ~ll IBID ~IB ~ ~ ~r Tuesday, October 26 If you're 8 to 15 years old1 we're lurking for you! Join your friends on a spooktacular Halloween express. We'll start our haunt- ing with a McScarey meal at McDonald's, then creep along to two or three haunted houses. For more information, contact the Park and Recreation Department at 544-5218. Mail or drop off complete entries to Photo Contest, City of Golden Valley, 7800 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, MN 55427. City employees and_their families are not eligible to enter. Questions? Need more entry blanks? Call 593-8004.~'~ 'Golde nValle / 7800 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, MN 554Z7 Prinmd on :,q, cled paper. Valerie Gifford CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 590 40TH AVE NE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MN 55421 MAN' '~GER CiTY OF COLI...,,-:81A HEIGHTS Local Il COMMUNI__T . I1 Sta.o. Channels 32 Lthrough 37 A Supplement to Minnesota Sun Newspapers Channel 35: It's worth your time In this world today, time is a precious commodity. But so is information. That's why Channel 35 is important to you. When you need to know more about the city in which you live, a flip over to Channel 35 is time well spent. By taking 5 minutes at the top or bot- tom of any hour on channel 35 you can get the local news. If you take 30 min- utes you can get the news, sports, and city information. "News 35 Northwest" is your daily look at news and sports in the northwest suburban area. Just flip over to Channel 35 at the top or bottom of any hour. In the first five minutes you'll get a com- plete news summary with Rolanda Tay- Ior. Then stay tuned for John Jacobson with the sports. "News 35 Northwest" broadcasts are updated each weekday at 1:00 PM. "Northwest Cities" is information from area city governments. Each week, host Kathy McLarn travels to a different northwest suburban city and brings you information on important issues such as public safety, development, public works, finance, and more. The show airs at :19 and :49 minutes past the hour and is updated once a week. Watch for a new show each Monday. Make it part of your daily routine. Flip over to Channel 3.5 and get in touch with, your community. It's worth your time. ~ :19 ~liu Fall 1993 · Volume 11 Issue 2 Channel 37: Your Cable TV connection to city hall When cable television subscribers in the northwest suburban area want to monitor city council activity or check out the latest city announcements, they turn to Northwest Community Television Channel 37. Here is a sampling of what you can see on the channel that originates directly from your city hall. CiTY COUNCIL MEETINGS City Council Meetings from Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope, Plymouth and Robbinsdale are shown live and then repeated on Channel 37. In addi- tion to gavel-to-gavel city council coverage, the city of Maple Grove pro- duces "The Maple Grove City Report". City Ad- ministrator ion Elam gives a concise review of each Maple Grove coun- cil meeting. VIDEOTEXT ANNOUNCEMENTS When and where are the public meet- ings held in my city? What are the items on the next city council meeting agenda? Answers to these and many other ques- tions can also be found on Channel 37. The nine area cities each have the capa- bility to program these messages from their city hall. NORTHWEST CITIES See your tax dollars at work. "Northwest Cities" is a fast paced 11 minute show that goes beyond the council chambers and shows the services your city provides. Parks and recreation, public safety, public works, finance and many more areas of city service are pro- filed on the show. The once-a-week be- hind the scenes look at municipal govern- ment is cablecast at 6:00 PM Monday through Saturday on Channel 37. "North- west Cities" is also shown on Channel 35. Golden Valley is one of seven cities that televise their city council meetings. These videotext messages are an im- portant part of the communication efforts between the city and you. Your cable television connection to city hall is ready when you are. Next time you turn on your television set, take a flip over to Channel 37. High school sports in the northwest tradition Friday nights in the fall are reserved for high school football. High School sports in the fall are reserved for North- west Community Television. It's a tradi- tion now eleven years strong. And this fall NWCT sports continues that tradition with over fi~ of the top prep events fea- turing the local schools. Football, boys and girls soccer, and girls volleyball will all see action on NWCT Sports. Schools we cover include Osseo, Park Center, Robbinsdale Arm- strong, Robbinsdale Cooper, Champlin Park, Wayzata, Hopkins, Brooklyn Cen- ter, Breck and Totino-Grace. Keeping up with the show times of fifty games featuring ten schools is a chal- lenge for even the biggest high school sports fan. That's why we are offering you the official NWCT Sports Fall Schedule. You'll see what games we're covering and when they will be on the community channels. To get a copy of the sports schedule simply leave your name and address on our viewer response line at 533-1710. We will mail a schedule to your home. Be a part of the "Northwest Tradition". Call for a sports ~chedule and watch for high school sports this fall on NWCT Sports. NWCT Video training workshops set for October and November On Northwest Community Television Channels 33 and 34 you see the televi- sion programs produced by your friends and neighbors. They all began on their road to TV by taking the same video workshops offered to you this October and November at Northwest Communi- ty Television. The three training sessions feature a hands-on approach to the basics of TV production. You choose either the Brooklyn Park Studio, located at 6900 Winnetka Avenue North, or the New Hope Studio, located at 3233 Winpark Drive, as a training site. There. is no charge for the workshops. The first workshop includes an intro- duction to community television, tips on pre-production planning and the frame- work for studio productions, the second workshop covers techniques for ° portable recording, and the third work- shop teaches the basics of videotape editing. To register for the upcoming classes or to find out more information about community television, call 533-8196, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Northwest Community Television is an independent non-profit organization providing public access to cable television and local programming to residents in the cities of Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Crystal, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Osseo, Plymouth and Robbinsdale. What's on community TV? Channel 32 has the answer Finding out what's on the community channels is as easy as tuning in Channel 32. Northwest Community Television's electronic program guide displays the show times and channel numbers for the 3000 programs that appear on the channels each year. The guide is easy to use. The bottom portion of the screen displays program titles and their channel numbers. The upper right hand corner of the screen carries actual portions of the shows offered on the other commu- nity channels. Through this dual ap- proach viewers get a better understand- ing of the show they intend to view and of community television programming in general. Along with serving as a program guide, Channel 32 also provides a large, easy to read time and date along with a weather forecast from the National Weather Service. Flip over to Channel 32 for a time or weather check and sample the diversity of program options available with local cable programming. Then you'll be able to answer the question "What's on com- munity TV?" N VCT BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jeanne Andre, Frank Boyles, Terry Busch, Jim Commers, Kim Davis, Dan Donahue, Jerry Dulgar, Jon Elam, Fran Hagen, Mike Holtz, Jack Irving, Helen LaFave, Duane Orn, Ray Stockman, Carolyn Thompson, Sharon White. 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OAVi, I JUST WHERE ISTHE CITY OF 4OUNDS VIEW GOING? , I, ssa~o,~d ,,~u!uo!s,~A,, ,,ue,~!~p-/~!untucuo~,, s,~!A spunoW.jo ~no~( uo 'cu'~ 00:01 ' 00:9 'pu~ ,~in[',/(ops,~nttl ~o/puo :~S l ~ ,~ln[',~opsaupaA~ ~l~Om 'sa,( s! ~a,~suo aq:~ Jl ~.sJoa/~ g I '01 ~xau ari; u! aruo~aq pino~ls ,~a!A spunol/V ~DLIA/t.JO s~atl~O o~ a~o~!untutuop pUD SOapl. ~no/{ ssa~cixa 's~a!A ~ aJDtiS O~ ,(~!um~oclclo aq~ ~uo,~ no,( ocl i./(~O .~no/~Jo sa~!A.~as puo su~.~,~o.~ct 'suo!~.~aclo a~mnJ ~1:~ ~dDLIS (~I~)L! O~ ~UOiVi noX oo i, D N O -I V ~I W O D O.I. .I. N VA4 ii:ltlnln:l :IHIO. LNI Cl U VAAU 0-1 I:I:IAASNV · 1993/94 CITY OF IqOUNDSVIEW'S INTO THE FUTURE WHO? YOU! If you live or work in the City of Mounds View, you have a "Stake"/n the City's future development, financial, environmental and recreational status. You are a STAKEHOLDER in the City of Mounds View and it is you that the City Coundl wants to help shape the Citers future direct/on. WHAT? WHERE? The City of Mounds View invites you to participate in a community-driven process to identify the key issues, problems and concerns facing this community now and the issues, problems and concerns you feel will impact the City as it moves into the 21st Century. The site of the two Public Forums has not been finalized as of this publication. The proposed sites are Edgewood Middle School, Pinewood Elementary School, or City Hall. Notices of the location will be mailed in June to all stakeholders. WHEN? WHY? Wednesday, July 21 and Thursday, July 22. You are invited to attend one or both of the Public Forums. The format for each Forum will be the same, but are to be held on two nights to broaden the opportunity for participation. Why is the City Council initiating a community-driven process to involve everyone who lives and works in the community to work together to develop a long-range strategy to the future social, economic, and environmental development of the City? Because it is important to the City Council that everyone share in the opportunity to shape the destiny of the City that is home to 13,000 people now and will be home to more than 17,000 in the nex~ 10-15 years. This is YOUR City. Don~ miss the unique opportunity to be involved, to voice your views and be a part of Mounds View's history. HOV~ How can you be part of this unique participatory opportunity? Easy. Attend one of the two Public Forums in July. The first part of the forum will consist of two well-known speakers who will discuss emerging social, economic, environmental, legal and public safety trends that will have dramatic impacts on dries in the future. The second part of the forums will be devoted to small group discussions. The purpose of the small group discussions will be to identify the issues, concerns, and problems viewed by the group as the key issues the City must address now and into the future. The final part of the Forum will consist of all the groups sharing their conclusions with each other as the Forum partidpants reunite for the final discussion. The purpose of the forums will be to identify the top key issues that need to be developed into goals and strategies for goal attainment. That development will become the charge of the Issue Study Groups that Will be formed in September from the participants of the Forums. The Issue Study Groups will axplore in depth, each of the key issue areas and develop the mission, the goals and the strategies for that specific issue. Their preliminary findings will then be presented at a third Public Forum in January, 1994. After additional public comment is heard, the final report will be presented at the March, 1994 City Council meeting. The end result: a community-driven process and document that will become the basis from which thc City'~ overall Vision Statement, Mission Statement, Croais and Stratcg/cs for thc future wl]l be determined. This is YOUR opportunity to have a voice in the direction you want your City to go in the future. The success of the process for community involvement depends on YOU! BE A PART OF THE FUTURE! Council Action Review Following are various actions taken by the Mounds View City Council during the months of February and March, 1993: The Government Finance Officers Association presented Finance Director Don Brager with a ~rtificatc of Achievement Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the City's financial report for the year ended December 31, 1991. Adopt Ordinance No. 522 restricting thc deposit of snow in the street fight-of-way. Adopt Ordinance No. 523 establish/nE an Environmental Ouality Commission. Grant permission for the Golf Course Task Force to send out RFP's to architects. Approve the request by Jim Parker, 7768 Woodlawn Drive, for a conditional use permit to allow an oversized accessory building. Set public hearing for proposed Bhine Intercep- tor Metropolitan Waste Control Commission Project. Adopt Resolution No. 4351 appointing Environ- mental Quality Commission members. Adopt Resolution No. 4352 requesting Ramsey County withhold tax forfeited parcels from public sale. Adopt resolution No. 4345 in support of Commu- nity Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for Northwest Youth and Family Services. Approved select/on of F_.ffective Golf Course Systems to conduct market analysis of the proposed 9 hole golf course. · Approve purchase of an oil filter crusher. · Approve site plan for Auto Central. Adopt Resolution No. 4355 authori~.ing an application for conveyance of certain tax for- feited properties. · Approve purchase of recognition pins for com- · Adopt Resolution No. 4354 protesting Senate mission members. File 322/TIouse File 458 - a bill to consolidate municipal prosecutions under the Ramsey County prosecutor. Council Attendance Report A report to the residents of Mounds View on the attendance of Councilmembers at regular meetings. Regular meetings are defined as scheduled Council Meetings and Council Work sessions. Period of time reported February 22 - March 22, 1993. COUNCILMEMBER PRESENT ABSENT Mayor Linke 3 1 Councilmember Blanchard 4 0 Councilmember Quick 4 0 Councilmember Rickaby 4 0 Councilmember Wuori 4 0 CAPITOL NEWS EARLY RETIREMENT INCENTIVES Under Governor Carlson's proposal, employees 55 or older with at least 25 years of service could retire between May 1, 1993 and Janunry 31, 1994 and take an unreduced pension. SALARY FREEZE The Governor has proposed that if a local government increases its spending on employee compensation for 1994 and also proposes a tax increase, that city must hold a voter ratification election. SEVERANCE PAY LIMITS The state auditor is advocating limiting severance payments for top managers in local government. OPEN MEETINGS The Minnesota Newspaper Association has proposed increasing the penalty for violating the open meeting law from $100 to $700 and granting attorney's fees and costs to newspapers and others who successfully sue public officials. GARBAGE COLLECTION The waste management bill would require cities over 1000 population to ensure that all citizens have garbage collection service. (Cities over 5000 already do this.) The bill proposes rolling the costs of this mandate into conection fees city residents pay. Cities can determine how to best meet this mandate by either offering city collection, licensing or organizing conection, or passing ordinances requiring collection · (~HARTER COMMISSION S.F. 250 is proposing changing the current two succes- sive term limitation and allow two full terms plus any service of an unexpired term caused by a vacancy on the commission. The House has introduced a bill to create a grant program .for pollution clean-up with funds coming from a contamination tax. The grants would pay for half of the costs of clean up of certain areas while cities would pay for the other half. One quarter of the cities half could come from tax increment financing with the remainder coming from the city's general fund or property levy. DUPLICATION OF SERVICES A bill has been introduced in the House and Senate that would allow cities to appeal their county to eliminate double taxation. There are some situations where city residents are paying the county tax levy for county services they do not receive. The House General Legislation Committee has approved a bill providing for uniform local elections. The bill would take away local home rule charter authority on elections and restrict city authority to hold special elections on ballot questions. ... Your State Representatives State Senator Steve Novak State Representative Geri Evans 322 State Capitol 557 State Office Building St. Paul, MN 55155 St. Paul, MN 55155 ..... 296-4334- " 296-0141 7 Fa RE Y UR ! N F RHATI UPDATE FROM THE GOLF COURSE TASK FORCE Close your eyes and imagine this ...... Come on humor me and close your eyes. Good, now picture this: Mounds View, Spring 1995. There you are dressed in casual attire, in the company of good friends/family and about to tee off on Hole No. 1, a long par 4 with a sand trap to the fight, so watch the slice shot. Like the picture? Well, it just may come true! At the March 17th meeting of the Golf Course Task Force (GCq'F), action was taken that moves the City closer to the realization of a municipal golf course in Mounds View. The ~ interviewed 3 architectural firms and selected Williams, Gill and Associates of Wisconsin as the architectural firm and Garrett Gill as the principal architect for the proposed course. Mr. Gill has the task of working with the Task Force to finalize concept plans to submit to all required governmental jurisdictions to obtain required approvaLs and permits and formulate the preliminary plans after all permits are obtained. Williams/Gill and Associates have a well-respected reputation in golf course design and construc- tion. They designed and oversaw construction of the laver Grove Heights munidpal course and Willingers Golf Course in Northfield and the second 18 hole course at Majestic Oaks in Ham Lake. Work will begin on the £mal concept plans at the next meeting of the Golf Course Task Force. All interested persons are invited and encouraged to attend. Please call City Hall at 784-3055 for the exact date and time of the next meeting. Thc City has also commissioned the Edina, Minnesota firm of Effective Golf Course Systems to conduct an extensive market analysis, revenue and expenditure projections. It will be from the · market analysis and projections that the project will either get the "thumbs up" or "thumbs down". The revenues from the course must l~e sufficient to pay the operational and construction costs (after a reasonable "start up" time allowance) or the course may be in jeopardy. The Task Force is proceeding slowly with the proposed project to ensure that at every step of the process, ali potential problems are examined, all issues addressed and alternative course of action explored. If, all goes well - sound indications that the market is there for the proposed course, the revenues are sufficient for self. sufficiency and the course can be designed to be fun and challenging, it is quite possl"ole that you could be yelling ....... FORE ..... by Spring, 1995. PLANNER' ORNEW'. ARE YOU PLANNING SPRING PROJECTS? Springtime is upon us and now is the time when many of us will be thinking about performing home mainte- nance/repairs and construction projects. Please-be aware that most of this work requires a building permit. Examples of work that require a building permit are: driveways, sidewalks, patios, stucco, reroofing, residing, decks, sheds, swimming pools (above- and below-ground), fences, window/door installation, remodeling, porches/home additions, garages, and lawn sprinkling systems. This is only a partial list; please check with City HaH PRIOR to starting ANY construction. A building permit can usually be obtained within 1 to 3 days for minor construction. If you plan to hire a building contractor to perform the work, please keep in mind that the contractor must either be licensed with the State of Minnesota or the City of Mounds View. This win ensure that the contractor has proper insurance coverage which will help protect, you, the homeowner from potential liability. You should obtain a copy of the license to retain for your records. H the contractor you hire does not have a license this could dehy the issuance of your permit. So, make sure you find out as soon as possfole so that the contractor can become properly licensed and prevent any dehy in your project phns. Either the homeowner or building contractor can apply for the building permit. If the contractor obtains the permit, make sure you have proof that the permit has been issued prior to starting any work. You can also check with the Building Inspections Department at 784-3055 to obtain this information. Various inspections also need to be conducted to ensure the safety/code compliance of the construction. Good luck with your home maintenance or construc- tion plans, and if you have any Building Code ques- tions while performing your project, please feel free to call our Building Inspector at 784-3055. INOPERABLE/UNLICENSED VEHICLES The onset of summer brings the urge to get outside and tinker with projects which have laid dormant through the ~ long, cold winter. The City of Mounds View would like to remind its residents that the parking of inoperable, unlicensed vehicles on private property for an extended period of time is prolu~oited by City Ordinance. Residents who work on vehicles as a hobby should contact the City Planning Department at 784-3055 to ensure that they are in conformance with applicable City codes. TEMPORARY PARKING AREAS In response to resident requests for additional off- street parking area, the Mounds View City Council adopted a City Ordinance to allow for the expansion of residential parking areas. The ordinance, which went into effect at the end of March, allows residents to place temporary parking surfaces within one (1) foot of property lines with the written permission of the adjoining property owner. Surfaces allowed by the new ordinance include approved grades of gravel, asphalt and, brick or concrete pavers. Further infor- mation on the ordimmco can I~ obtained by contact- ing the Mounds View Planning Dept. at 784-3055. 9 RECYCLING NEWS SPRING CLEANING/DISPOSAL TIPF ApplianceS: NSP Pays For R0lrig;rators, Freezers, and Room Air Conditioners Disposal. Northern States Power will haul away and recycle refrigerators, freezers, and room air conditioners at no cost to their electric customers. NSP win also give the homeowner a $50.00 savings bond for each appliance it can recycle! There are just a few guidelines to keep in mind: the refrigerator, freezer, or room air conditioner must be in working condition and the owner must be an NSP electric customer living in the seven county metro area. Refrigerators must be at least six cubic feet or larger in size, and there is a limit of two appliances per household per year. Call 331-1500 for more informa- tion or to make a pick-up appointment. Disposal of Other TypeS of Applilnces: The Mounds View Environmental Quality Commis- sion rem/nds you that it is illegal to place appliances in the trash. You can contract with your trash hauler to separately collect appliances such as washers, dryers, ovens, stoves, and dishwashers OR you can contact one of the following businesses that specialize in appliance recycling: A-Plus Appliance: 298-1929 Appliance Recycling Company of America (ARCA): 378-1100 $ & R Used Appliance Disposal: 454-9215 You will be charged a fee to dispose of appliances (fee is less if you drop off the appliance rather than having it picked up). Call your hauler and the companies above to compare rates and services. Yard Waste: The Ramsey County Compost Site, located at the comer of Ardan Avenue_and Long Lake Road, will accept soft-bodied plant material, such as leaves and grass, at no charge from County residents. Site hours are as follows: Monday/Wednesday/Friday Saturday Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (April - May) Noon to 8 p.m. (June - September) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The compost site is always dosed on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and on legal holidays. DISPOSAL OF BATTERIES "*'-"' The Cityhas received several calls inquiring about how to dispose Ofhouseh°idbatteries. Household batteries come in a wide variety of types and sizes: general purpose, rodmrg~ble, and bmto~ batteries. General purpoie batteries are the t~.o~m_on type_of bari.cry. They oo~e.m razes 'AA","C?* and ~D' ind. are commonly used in flashli~dltS, , and to]~. General purpose batteries can be thrown ia the bash by' households, because nmnuafactumr~ hav~ reduced the amount of mercury ia them. ; co]l~ ga ge ~s processea to separate burnable and aoa.bunmble wastes. General waste that is not burned. Rechargeab]e batteries and lmtton batteries (such ~s the kind m~d in winches) ~1 ~ontain ~ and d~oMd not be thrown in the trash. Residents can call 63~-F~.SY/or disposal infommtio~ ' 10 RECYCLING PROGRAM PURSUES GRANT FUNDING Every person who recycles a part of their household trash/s helping to preserve our environment. If you are a consistent recycler, THANK YOU! However, not everyone in the City knows how to recycle or how to properly dispose of household materials. In order to provide dtizens with educational information and services, the City of Mounds View applies for grants from state and county agencies for recycling activities. In 1992, the following grants were awarded: METROPOLITAN COUNCIL GRANTS The Metropolitan Council awards matching fund grants to cities for equipment to be used to encourage recycling and wast e/toxicity reduaion. Funding for Metropolitan Coundl grants comes from a $1.50 per cubic yard sur- charge on waste disposed of at State landfills. The City of Mounds View is currently administering two Metropolitan Council grants. The first, received in 1990, partially funded the purchase of residential recycling bins. The second, awarded in late 1992, partially funded the purchase of an oil filter crusher. Residents may now drop off their oil filters and used oil for recycling at the Public Works Garage. SELECT COMMITTEE ON RECYCLING AND THE ENVIRONMENT fSCOREI The State of Minnesota collects 6 1/2% sales tax on garbage collection and passes along a portion of this revenue to the SCORE program. SCORE grants are then awarded to counties and cities to assist in funding recycling activities. Mounds View's SCORE grant will fund the City's publicity activities, advertising, incentive prizes, and administrative costs related to recycling and waste reduction. HOW CAN THE RAMSEY COUNTY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE HELP YOU? It's that time of year again when property owners receive their property value notice in the marl from their County Assessor. For property owners in the City of Mounds View, the Ramsey County Assessors Office handles these responsibilities. This office estimates the amount each property would sell for on the open market and determines the property class based upon the propert~s use. If you believe the market value or property class shown on your value notice is inaccurate, you can make an appearl. There are three ways to appearl a property value or property class. APPEAL PROCESS NO. 1 APPEAL PROCESS NO. 2 You can meet informally with appraisers from the Ramsey County Assessors Office. %Their address is Suite 840 of the Ramsey County Government Center Building located at 50 Kellogg Blvd. any time from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Bring any information you may need to support your CaSe. Appointments are not necessary, but i~ you wish to call this office the phone number is 266-2141 for residen- tial property and 266-2131 for commercial property. Although it is too late to use appearl process number two for 1993, this is the procedure. You can file an appeal with the County Board of Equaliziation, even if you did not meet first with the Ramsey County Assessor's Office. The Ramsey County Board of Equalization meets for two weeks in the month of June. You must ~e an a_o_oear with the ]~oalrtl Of Eaualization bv A?fil 1 in order for ta~ abatements to be col~sidered. To ~e an appeal, FormASR 1679 must be filled out. If you disagree with the Board of Equa!i:,-iation, follow process number three. APPEAL PROCESS NO, 3 You can appeafl to the Minnesota Tax Court. The tax xourt has two divisions. The Regular Division can be appealed whether or not you have appealed the Board of Equalization. Or you can appeal the Small Claims Division only ff you have appealed the Board of Equalization and your property is a homestead or its est/mated market value is under $100,000. For more information on the Minnesota Tax Court, can 296-2806. 11 Doilar and nts Finance De~vartmenl In March thc auditors came and spent a couple of weeks ut City ilall. They reviewed documents, asked ques.ons, reviewed d~xm,mcnls, and asked more questions '/he auditors w/Il glxe .'l Iormal presentation of their findink~ to the ~unci] in May. t~ ~hv 1992 financial sta~cmems wdl be made avadahle ~o the public , ~ ~il the lqnance Depamnent hosted a soRware user group. T~e ~oup is made up dries ~ha~ all use aa:ouming software from Compulosen. i~, Inc. Approximaleh bmr t~es a year, ~an~ people kom a~ro~ ~e state ~are their ~1~ ~d e~en~ to get the most out of our ~mputer so,are. ~ a ~oup, we p~l are mo~es and ~e our stren~h to Computose~, ~c. to keep up~t~g and ~pro~g our so,are w~& of ~u~e helps ~, but ~o helps ~em stay ~mpetitive ~ the fast pa~d ~mputer world. Out of ~me of ~e m~t~ mine ~ ~prov~ utai~ b~g ~tem w~& "you" w~ be see~g ~g year. May and June starts the budget pro~ for 1994. ~e ~an~ depa~ment ~ord~ates ~e pro~ but a~ost eve~ penon ~ the dty, employee and dt~n should be~me ~volv~. ~e more ~t~ ~at be~me ~volv~ ~ the pro,ss of gove~g the stronger ~e feel~g of ~ity. UTILITY BILLING SYSTEM Computoservice, the company from which City accounting software is purchased, has enhanced the Utility Billing Application. This enchancement enables us to save meter reading history, payment history, and billing history. It also has the capability of up to 999 notes on an individual property. PLans include inputing the PIN # for each property, meter information, and other miscellaneous information about the property. Most noticeable to 'you' the customer will be the utility bill. This enhancement includes a change in the billing card; we can either have a statement that would be a replica of NSP's billing or a self mailer, which is like the postcard we have now only bigger in size and enclosed in an envelope. No matter what bill we decide to go with, it will be easier to read with more information and within the postal regulations. CITY BUDGET PROCESS The City Charter requires that the Council adopt a budget calendar before beginning work on the annual budget. The calendar provides the dates of Counc/l budget work sessions and public hearings required by City Charter and State law. The Council normally adopts the budget calendar in,April. Initial work on the Budget beL21ns in May with the preparation of the City's Long Term Financ/al Plan. That plan is designed to provide a free year plan of City services and capital improvement needs of the City. After the Long Term Financial Plan has been prepared, the Counc/l begins to work with City staff in developing the annual budget. Estimates'of the costs of providing current and proposed new City services for' the next year are prepared and then compared to estimates of available revenues. Normally budget requests exceed available revenues. At budget work sessions, held during June, July, and August, that are open to the public, the Council reviews budget requests and rev- enue estimates and works toward developing a balanced budget. In early September, after a balanced budget ,h_as b. een de~.veloped, the ,Council ce.rtifies a proposed property tax levy to the County and sets a date for a public aearmg on me property tax levy and the budget(the hearing is normally held betWeen mid November and mid Dex~mber). The County receives similar information from the School Board and the County Board and .~repares notices'of proposed property taxes which are mailed to taxpayers. The notices indicate what property :axes would be if all of the proposed levies where adopted and give notice of the dates of the budget hearings of :he City, County, and School District. Per State Law the final property tax levies and budgets of the City, Sounty, and Schools must be adopted at these public hearings. 12 COOPERATES MOUNDSVIEW TO SAVE MONEY In an effort to provide cost effective services to the community, the City of Mounds View engages in several intergovernmental cooperative arrangements. An intergovernmental cooperative arrangement is an agreement between two or more governmental jurisdictions to share the cost of providing a service. One of the most significant of these arrangements in which the City of Mounds View participates is the Joint Powers Agreement between the Cities of Mounds View, Spring Lake Park and Blaine for fire protection services. Instead of each of these cities paying for their own fire departments, service is provided to all three of these jurisdictions by the same fire department. There are five separate fire stations. They are located at Pleasant View Drive and Highway 10, 89th Avenue and Pierce Street, 109th Avenue and Buchanan Street, 10290 Lever Street and 1200 Paul Parkway. The Fire Department has 8 fire trucks, 3 ladder trucks, a communications van, a rescue boat and 2 Jeeps. The fire department responds to about 700 fire calls a year with an average response time of six minutes from the time of notification. The cost of this service is based on a formula that uses the number of fire calls and assessed property value. The fire department has 83 fire fighting personnel, five of whom are Chief Officers. To become a fire fighter, a physical agility test and a First Aid/CPR class must be taken and passed. Drills must be attended once a week to train for such activities as laying hose, raising ladders and using all equipment. Fire fighters survey their first response are~ three times a year to familiarize themselves with the buildings in their area. Fire fighters must put in a minimum number of hours deani,g their facilities and doing com- munity fire education at schools and mails. BLAINE SPRING LAKE PARK - MOUNDS VIEW FIRE DEPARTMENT HWY 242 [ S~a. lOgth Av~ N.E. Sra. Sra. ~2 ~o. ,R~L No. 14 125th A~ Fl& --~ Florth Rood 85th. A~ Sra. ~1 13 ASK THE CITY Do you have a question about City services, operations, procedures or policies? If so, we want to hear from you. Please take the time to fill out the following form and mail it to City Hall. QUESTION: NAME: PHONE NO. ADDRESS: [--~I WOULD LIKE A RESPONSE BY TELEPHONE I WOULD LIKE A RESPONSE BY MAIL -]NO RESPONSE REQUIRED LONG LAKE ROAD CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES Starting in mid-to-late April, Ramsey County has indicated that construction will resume on Long Lake Road. Work on the project is scheduled to begin at the north end of Long Lake Road and entail removal of unnecessary trees and shrubs and, location of existing and proposed utility lines. Following these activities (sometime in May), curb and gutter will be laid be~nning at the south end of Long Lake Road and progressing north. Residents who have specific questions on the project can contact Ramsey County at 482-5231 for further information on expected construction and completion dates. NOT ALL STREETS UNDER I~IOUNDSVIEW !URISDICTION The Mounds View Public Works Department would like to remind residents that not all streets within the City are under the jurisdiction of Mounds View. Maintenance. on certain roads within Mounds View is provided by Ramsey County or the State of Minnesota. A map is provided on the next page for your information.. If you have any questions about maintenance on any street within the City, please use the map and phone number provided to contact the appropriate governmental unit in order to get your questions answered. 14 BLAINE N BLAINE Spring CITY OF'  ~~/UNDS L/IEW STREET MAP NEW BRIGHTON STAI~ HIMM&YS ~ --,,---.- COUNTY ROADS (1TJ. 4~2-.~217) m~eaf~, szm~rs ~ z quad r oom r lews Police Officer Training Requirements All Mounds View Police Officers are state licensed peace officers. The Minnesota Board of Peace Officers standards and training is the licensing board that issues and regulates police licensing. This agency is known as the P.O.S.T. Board. The P.O.S.T. Board requires that all police officers have at least 48 hours of training every three years. A police officer license is renewed every three years. Mounds View Police Officers do a variety of training, as with other professions, law enforcement is becoming more specialized, we train in all aspects of law enforcement. Officers attend legal update class every year which goes over new laws or legal changes in the laws. Mounds View has police officers that are specialized in various areas: · D.A.R.E. Drum Abuse Resistance Education. · Police involvement in the schools with students, teachers, parents and the community. Firearms Instructor - maintain proficiency with firearms training for officers regarding judge- ment and shooting skills. Investitator - investigate criminal cases and prepare criminal complaints for the county attorney, specialized training in interrogation, crime scene investigation, evidence procedures, gang and drug related crimes and child abuse investigations. Into ' _xi}yzer Operator - police officers are trained and certified by the Bureau of Criminal Appre- hension (BCA) to administer the intoxflyzer test to determine the alcohol concentrate of sas- pected intoxicated drivers. Field Training Officer (FTO) - this officer acts as a training office for newly hired police officers. The FTO instructs the new officer in the policies and procedures of our department by working together. The Fro grades the new officer and makes recommendations to the Chief of Police. Use of Force Instructor - in 1993, we will be sending an officer to school to become a firearms and use of force instructor. This training consists of policy review, hands on training of defensive tactic~ and use of deadly force. In 1992, all police departments were required to train its officers annually in the area of use of force. We train in all methods that will help de-escalate all potential violent situations. Having an instructor within the department will save tax dollars by not hiring an outside instructor. In 1992, Mounds View Police Officers put in 441 hours of P;O.S.T. approved training. That averages out to 31.5 hours per licensed officer for 1992. 16 CHARTER COMMISSION REVIEWS CITY CHARTER A dty charter's purpose is to provide a pradical guideline for the operation of a munidpal government, such as We have in the City of Mounds View. It is also a document which needs to be flem'ble, while protecting the citizens. With this in mind, the Charter Commi~- sion has been involved in reviewing the Mounds View city charter in considerable depth. This began as an examination of various parts of the charter last October. It has now progressed to a bi- monthly, in-depth analysis of each chapter, evaluating several different things. Primarily, however, the commission is concerned with poss~le inconsis.tendes with law -- areas where law may supersede the charter. Since the charter's inception in 1978, many changes have occurred including laws affecting our city. In these cases, we will be t~fing to bring the charter into compliance with the law as it exists and (through careful wording) as it continues to change in the future. The Charter Commission will also be modernizing the language in the charter, reviewing for outdated lan- guage which may be difficult to read or where the real intent is buried in legal jargon. Sentences that run on for l0 or 15 lines or contain numerous 'Whereas" or ~aerewith" statements only confuse the issue today. This modernization also includes reviewing sections which might be unnecessarily cumbersome for our city, to the point of causing an extra burden on all of During this process we are working to maintain the original chafler's prindples and concepts. To help us understand the intentions and concerns of the first Charter Commission, we are fortunate to have some members of the original Commi~ion working with us. We have recently completed a review of the entire charter, flagging areas where more than simple grammatical changes need to occur. The other sections are being revised at this time for review by the Commission, followed by the City Council. The Charter Commission's ultimate intent is to deliver a readable, lawful charter, protecting the citizens of Mounds View, yet in tune with the needs of a growing, viable City. Article wdtten by L~n Burgers, Chaitperson of the Mounds View C~ar~er Commission. RAPISEY COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM The Mounds View Public l. Jbrary, located at 2576 Highway 10, is one of seven branch libraries in the Ramsey County Library system. The other h'braries in the Ramsey County system are located in Arden Hills, Maplewood, North St. Paul, Roseville, Shoreview and White Bear Lake. The Mounds View branch library is open on Mondays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The l~rary is closed on Tuesdays and Sundays. Any resident of suburban Ramsey County with current identification may register for a h'brary card. A parent or guardians signature is required for those under 16 years of age. A Ramsey County l~rary card may be used at most public h'braries in Minnesota. Some of the materials that can be borrowed by using a l~rary card include books, maga- zines, books-on-cassette, video tapes, audio cassettes, compact disca and large-print books. The Ramsey County Library system RAMSEY COUNTY LIBRARIES ~ Uaunds.V~e~ Library ~ Arden Hills Library I~i White Bear Lake L~brary R0~,~lle Library Maple~ood Ubrory North St. Paul Library is a member of the Metropolitan La~orary Service Agency (MELSA) which means y6u may return most items borrowed from any public h~orary in the MELSA region to any other h~orary in the MELSA region. It also means that material that is available at a different location can be requested to be transferred to a l~rary closer to you. Throughout the course of the year the h~rary offers different programs. This summer, bo~nnlng June 14th and ending August ~th, the h'brary will offer a storyfime program for toddlers and preschoolers. This years theme is "Library Kids are Stars". The h'brary will have clowns, magicians, jugglers and storytellers. For more information, call the h'brary at 784-8829. 17 COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER GETS NEW NAPIE AND NEW LOOK Thc Mounds View newsletter has alway~ been a great source of/nformation and news for thc residents of' Mounds View. In 1993, an editorial conunittee made up of staff representatives from the Finance, Police, Administration, Public Works/Planning/Community Development, and Parks, Recreation and Forestry Depart- ments, was establishllshed. This committee was established to increase the involvement of all departments in the publication of the bi-monthly newsletters. It is the hope of the committee that residents will receive an even better quality newsletter, giving timely information in a readable and appealing format. A "Name the Newsletter" contest was announced in the Mard~Apffi, 1993 newsletter. The response was fantastic. All of the entries were creative and well thought out and the ~A/toriaI Committee discussed each one. The final selection, Mounds View Matters, was submitted by Mounds View resident Joy l~iund. The "Mounds View Matters" title was chosen because of its two-fold meaning-- the newsletter descn'ves the matters of Mounds View, and also that Mounds View and its residents matter! The Editorial Committee would l/ke to thank the following people who took the time to send in their ideas: Chris Rosenberg Mary Mortenson Cindy Rudek Kathy Shun Ellen Sorenson Winn Bgodeau Steven Garfield Rose Ryan Lili Si/rid Ripley Joy Eklund lone Carlson Lavakusha Boggavarapu Cathy Olin Elizabeth Larson Karen Potter Jerry Shores Sandra Kuhl Kelly Easton Lee Trotta Doriene Croteau Harold Giaser Jacqueline Entsminger CABLE NEWS GOVERNMENT ACCE$$ CHANNEL 16 Mounds View Lions Honor Cable Committee Members Barbara Haake & Jerry Skelly, Ir. The Mounds View Lions Club recently honored Cable 16 "A View from the Mound" host Barbara Haake with the prestigious "Melvin Jones Fellowship Award". The award was given in recognition of her countless years of service to the community. This award, named for the founder of the International Lions Clubs, is the highest honor bestowed and it is the fire time that the award was given by the Mounds View Lions to a non-Lion. Barbara has been an active member of the community serv/ng as a City Councilmember and on various Civic Commissions. Currently hosting the Mounds View Cable Channel program "A View from ~he Mound.", Barbara is instrumental ~n the phnning and implementation of the show and offers input into ail aspects of Government Access progranuning as a member of the City Cable Committee. Also receiving recognition from the Mounds View Lions Club was Cable Technician Jerry Skelly, Jr. for working in conjunction with the Lions in the production of a Lions video tape. This video tape was entered into the Interna- tional Lions Video Contest. The tape was shown at the International Convention in Hong Kong and won second place for the Mounds View Lions Club. Picturedabove: Bac2row (l_.r).leffWeinke, $teve Da~..ns~J, ~harleLinke; Frontrow (Lx) Po'ct Wdsk ey, .terry Sk elly, Sr., Mary Saatio~, a~d Marv .tohnso~, Ir. SPOTLIGHT ON PARKS, RECREATION & FORESTRY Five employees make up the regular full-time staff of the City of Mounds View Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department. Mary Saarion is Department Director; Sharie 1.1nke, Administrative Assistant; Marvin Johnson, Jr., Program Supervisor, and Jeff Welnke and Steve Dazenski, Parks Maintenance employees. In addition, there are two regular part-time staff members; City Forester is Rick Wriskey, who is contracted for services through the City of New Brighton in a joint powers agreement between three cities, including Roseville, New Brighton and Mounds View and Jerry Skelly, Jr., who is the Cable Technician for the City of Mounds View. The mission of the Mounds View Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is to to develop a comprehensive and balanced system of parks, open space, trails and leisure orientated programs for all residents of Mounds View in as economic a manner as possible. Major areas of service provided by the Department are Recreation Programming, Park Improvements, Park Planning, Park Maintenance, Forestry Services, and Cable TV pro- gramming. The following biographies have been provided by Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department staff so you will know a little bit about us and our involvement in Mounds View and other communities. STEVE DAZENSKI - Steve works in the Parks Maintenance Division. After graduating from High School, Steve joined the U.S. Navy and was trained as a flight engineer and also took some classes at the U. of M. In his leisure time, Steve coaches Iris son's football and softball team and his daughter's softball team. He enjoys fishing, hunting, archery, and water skiing with his family;, wife Lois, son Doug and daugh- ter Amanda. The Dazenski family also includes dog Zach, cat Casper and various unnamed tropical fish. MARV JOHNSON, JR. - Mary has been the Athletic/ Program Supervisor for Mounds View the past four 'years. His main duties are to plan, promote, imple- ment and supervise athletic programs for people of an ages. Mary graduated from St. Cloud State University . with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies with a minor in l~siness Manage- ment. In his free time, Mary enjoys playing volleyball, golf, softball, broomball, and touch football. SHARIE LINKE - Both Sharie and her husband Jerry, have been an active members of the community for many years, most currently participating in the Irondale band, gymnastics and volleyball booster clubs. When not watching one of her children's activities, Sharie enjoys golfing, playing bridge and painting. With her youngest daughter going off to college in the fall, Sharie will be going back to school herself to complete her degree in Communications. MARY SAARION - Mary is a University of Minne. sota alumni with a Bachelor of Science degree in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Ser,,ices Administra- tion. A mother of two (Bethany, 8 years old and Benjamin, 5 years old,) Mary tries to keep up on her recreation skills during her leisure in activities includ- ing golf, tennis, bicycling, skiing and team athletics as time allows. Since Mar~s husband, Cad, is in the same profession, her family puts their heart and soul into recreative activities whether at work or at play. JERRY SKELLY, JR. - Jerry is respons~le for cable TV channel 16 programming. Jerry is currently pursu'mg a bachelors degree is Mass Comunications from Metropolitan State University. In his leisure time, Jerry enjoys fishing, hunting and camping with his family, Lesli and daughter Erin. ~ - Jeff has worked for the City of - Mounds View s/ncc 1989. He is in the Parks Mainte. nance Division. After high school, Jeff moved to Duluth where he lived for 10 years. The Weinke family; Jeff, his wife Sarah and three sons, currently live in Lino Lakes where Jeff coaches baseball and is a scout leader. For recreation, Jeff enjoys hunting, fishing and archery. RICK WRISKEY - Rick graduated from the Univer- sity of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Science degree in Forest Resource Development and has been working in urban forestry for 17 yoars; 13 of those have been with Mounds View on a combined basis with New Brighton. Rick spent two years with the Peace Corps in Morocco, North Africa helping farmers plant and stabalize mountainsides. In his spare time, Rick enjoys travel, fishing, softball and coaching and playing hockey. Jointly, we are putting our individual talents and skills, knowledge and experiences into making Mounds View Parks and Recreation services and opportunities the best that they can be. PARK IT! SPRING INTO ACTIVITYAT CITY PARKS Spring into activity at your dty parks. Mounds View parks offer many facilities both active and passive. The Mounds View Parks and Recreation Commission welcomes everyone to the parks to enjoy the environ- ment, participate in family activity, exercise, socialize and have fun! Parks have been developed for your enjoyment and use. It is intended that parks offer something for everyone of all ages and interests. Mounds View parks are within bicycling distance and many are within walking distance to every residence. Remember, walking and bicycling are excellent forms of exercise that most people can enjoy. The Mounds View Trailways Advocacy Group (TAG) encourages everyone to walk and bicycle. The TAG is working hard to advocate for improved and developed walking and biking areas offering safe trailways within the city. Summer's coming with many special activities planned in Mounds View parks. The Star of the North Games will host baseball at Greenfield Park June 25 - 27 and frisbee golf at Silver View park June 27. Mounds View Baseball Association will be hosting the Re- gional Baseball Tournament June 18-20. "Festival in the Park" will be held at City Hall Park July 18. Playground activities will be held at Woodcrest, Groveland, Hillview and Lambert Parks Mondays through Thursdays from June 21-July 30. League play will be taking phce induding horseshoes at Silver View Park, sand volleyball at Silver View and City Hall parks, softball / baseball at most parks, soccer, horseshoes and frisbee golf at Silver View Park, and tennis at Groveland and Greenfield Parks. If you've got a love of baseball, you'll have plenty of opportunity to enjoy the game. Softball and baseball games are scheduled at almost every park every day of the summer. You can see young players and old players, new players and seasoned players playing the game of baseball / softball. It's a ban! Come and enjoy the game and encourage our players as they develop their skills and abilities, remembering that baseball / softball is a game, and should remain so no matter if you are a player or spectator. Passive park facilities offer the opportunity to partici- pate in unorganized activity including h~ing on park trails, playing on playground equipment, having family picnics, practicing basketball and tennis shots on park basketball courts tenni~ bangboards. Practice the new game of .frisbee golf and throw some shoes at the faolities at Silver View Park. Come to the parks and enjoy outdoor activity with your community friends, neighbors and family. Catch the spirit! 2O 21 FORESTRY FACTS DON'T TRIM OAKS IN THE SPRING The chances of any variety of oak tree contracting the fatal oak wilt fungus are greatly increased by open cuts or wounds during the spring to early summer period (April 15- July 1.) This is the only time of the year when overland spread of the disease can occur. Once established in a grove .of oaks, however, the fungus can spread from tree to tree by moving through connected root systems. Dangerous open wounds or cuts can occur through routine tree trimming, with climbing spikes, lawnmowers, vehicles, storms and the like. Any such wounding at this time should be immexihtely sealed w/th a pruning paint. All non-emergency tire wood trimming of oaks and elms should be delayed until fall or winter. For more information on oak wilt or any other tree problem, please call the City Forester at 784-0618. DUTCH ELM DISEASE AND OAK WILT CHECK LIST OAK WILT: DUTCH ELM DISEASE: What to look for -- · Browning of leaves from outside margin to middle. · Leaf drop. · One or more adjacent trees showing similar symptoms. Means of Spread ~ · Feeding activities of a "picnic" beetle in an open tree wound during the late spring-early summer only. ° Root grafts with adjacent diseased tree. Control ~ · Don't keep any diseased red oak wood in whole log form. Dried or split red oak wood will usually not spread oak wilt. · Seal or cover with a heavy tarp or plastic all red oak wood suspected of being diseased (April - July). · Separate root grafts between diseased and healthy trees by trenching or by chemical means. · Remove or process (split) diseased red oaks by autumn of the year they die. · Don't trim oaks from April 15 to July 1. What to look for- · Browning or yellowing of leaves in upper branches. · A dark ring in the outer sapwood when bark is peeled back. · Brown streaking of white sapwood when bark is peeled back. M~.ns of spre~l-- · Feeding activities of two kinds of elm bark beeries during the growing season. · Roots grafts with adjacent diseased trees. Control ~ · Don't keep any elm with intact bark, this denies the beetles a breeding area. · Separate root grafts between diseased and healthy trees by trenching or by chemical means. · Detect and remove any dead or diseased elms as soon as pos- sible. TREE AND SHRUB PLANTING FOR WILDLIFE Numerous varieties of fxuiting trees and shrubs that are beneficial to birds and wildlife grow well in Mounds View soils. Most of these are available at nurseries in the Twin Cities area. The following lists some of these trees and shrubs: TREES: SHRUBS: · Amur maple * Highbush cranberry · Nannyberry o Euonymus Elderberry · Flowering crabapples (Red Splendor, pink spires, snowdrift, selkirk, s~erian) · Cherries (black, amur choke) · Mountain Ash (several varieties) · Hawthorne (thornless varieties) · Ohio Buckeye · Black Walnut · Oaks (red, northern pin, bicolor-swamp white) Nesting cover and shelter can be provided by planting many varieties of evergreens and hardwoods as well. · Maples (sugar, rubrnm-red) · Lindens (American, littleleaf) · Ironwood · Evergreens (spruces, pines, firs, cedars) · Shrubs (dogwoods, va'burnums, lilacs) 22 Want Help from City Hall? Fill out this Checklist Pitch In! To make our City cleaner. Whenever you see a condition that needs to be corrected, use this form and bring it in or mail it to: City of Mounds View 2401 Highway 10 Mounds View, MN 55112-1499 (Type or print) DATE: STREETS: Location Holes [] Rough [] Settled I'-] Water [] Bump [] Loose gravel [] Poor drainage [] Manhole cover rattles [] Needs cleaning [] Mud on street [] SHRUBBERY: Location Blocks traffic sign [] Obstructs sidewalks [] Blocks view of intersection [] Overgrown [] SIDEWALKS: Location Holes [] Muddy [] Cracked [] Tree roots [] House service trench sunken [] BALLFIELDS: Locatic~n Dangerous conditions [] Vandalism [] Improper behavior by participants [] or spectators [] Other f"] REFUSE COLLECTION: Location Frequently not picked u.u.u.u.~ [] Inadequate receptaclel__l Frequently scattered Location Limbs too low [] Hanging limb [] Dangerous limb [] Blocks traffic sign [] Location Leaking [] Caps off[] Needs paintingl-I STREET LIGHTS: Location Lamp out [] Reflector damaged [] Pole damaged I'"1 Globe damaged [] Wires, pins, insulators or crossarms dangerous [] Needed [] TRAFFIC SIGNS: Location Bent [] Missing[] Dangerous [] Needs replacing [] Needs painting [] Dirty [] Improper location [] Needed[] PLAYGROUNDS: Location Equipment broken or vandalized I-I Hazardous conditions [] Other pertinent facts or additional info: To help serve you, we need to know: Name: Address Phone No. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP! 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Pre-registration is required. Each participant will receive a T- shirt. Refreshments will be served after the race. For more information contact the Mounds View Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department at 784-0618 or Western Bank at 780-2810. FEE: $1.00/child and $3.00/adult (maximum $6.00/family) Festival in the Park CO-RECVOLLEYBALLTOURNAt4ENT Gather your friends together for a great day of sandlot volleyball FUN! Co-rec volleyball teams of at least four members and not more than eight members are invited to participate in the annual Festival in the Park non- refereed volleyball tournament. Teams must have an equal number of men and women, or more women than men. Entry fee is just $10.00 per team. Trophies will be awarded to the first, second and third place teams. Games are held at Mounds View City Hall sand volleyball courts. Pre-registration is required. 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IOOqOS-aid poouo.uodxa iq peaI ale sos'SeL9 -papupm. os'Is aze sa~m.l ~(eld ioopm, p~re ~oopmo 'sluaaa i .e.~....oads pue sa.uols 's~u0s 'Sl~eZo 'Sm. lin. ed q~no~ql ~.~!lra~0 ~.aql aloldxa ol sa!l.muuoddo uaipEqo sa,~.~ me~o~d aq~E 'plo s~eal ~ al Z/t-~ so~e ua~plpp iai me.~oid ~UOl-iea~( e s~a~o luam~zedocl uo!leo~aH pae r4ied ~a!A spuuol~ aa& Sl, l OOItd qOOH::)S-:II:Id BUTTERFLIES ARE FREE "Butterflies are Free" offers a recreation and social learning experience for children 4 and 5 years old. Activi- ties inclUde group games, arts and crafts, music dance, puppetry, storytelling and special events such as parties and excursions. "Butterflies" is held at C~roveland, Lambert, Hillview and Woodcrest neighborhood parks. A maximum number of participants is accepted per site to allow a 1-10 participant/leader ratio. WHO: Children 4 and 5 years old TIME: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. WHEN: Mondays - Thursdays WHERE: Woodcrest, Groveland, Hfllview DATES: June 21 - July 30, 1993 & Lambert Parks FEE: $25.00/person Participants may purchase a "Butterflies are Free" T-shirt for $5.00 at City Hall or at the playcenter. REGISTRATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BEFORE MAY l0 BUTTERFLIES ARE FREE EXCURSIONS CHILDREN'S MUSEUM Friday, July 9 COMO ZOO Wednesday, July 28 This is always a favorite trip for pre-schoolers. It is a place where you can make a crane work, be a firefighter, work with computers, be on TV, be a banker and many other activities real and pretend. The museum is in a controlled area. The children be divided in groups, each with a supervisor. WHO: FEE: DEPART: RETURN: Children 4 and 5 years old $5.00/person Woodcrest Park - 8:00 a.m. Lambert Park - 8:10 a.m. Hillview Park - 8:20 a.m. Groveland Park - 8:30 a.m. Approximately 11:00 a.m. Children not enrolled in "Butterflies are Free" must be accompanied by an adult. Deadline for registration: Friday, July 2, 1993. See the many hons, tigers and bears ... and all the other animals too, at the Como Zoo. Well be doing a lot of walking so wear your comfortable walking shoes. Dress for the weather. WHO: 'FEE: DEPART: RETURN: Children 4 and 5 years old $3.00/person Woodcrest Park - 9:00 a.m. Lambert Park - 9:10 a.m. Hillview Park - 9:20 a.m. Crroveland Park - 9:30 a.m. Approximately 12:00 noon Children not enrolled in "Butterflies are Free" must be accompanied by an adult. Deadline for registation: Monday, July 26, 1993. SUMMER PLAYGROUND CENTERS Youths going into 1st - 5th grades are invited to participate in activities which are made available at -the playground centers. Activities will include arts and crafts, special events, games, movies, trips and other activities. Those participating in organized activities are supervised, however, children may come and go as their interests desire. The four playground sites will be open from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. and those youths who register for the program are welcome to come and participate in activities during the open hours. The centers wffi open Monday, June 21 and close Thursday, July 29. WHO: WHEN: DATES: TIMES: WHERE: Youth going into grades 1-5 Mondays through Thursdays June 21 - July 29, 1993 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Lambert, Groveland, Hillview and Woodcrest Parks $25.00/person REGISTRATION BEGINS MAY 10. Registrations will not be taken prior to this date. 27 SUMMERYOUTH EXCURSIONS CHASKA COMMUNITY CENTER ROLLERSKATING AT CHEEPSKATE Friday, June 26 Friday, July 9 Itll be a BLAST! -- waterslide, rope swing, rain shower, river channel, zero depth entry, whirlpool and two pools! WeYe been invited at discount rates. Bring swim suit and towel. Food concessions are available if you wish to bring spending money. WHO: FEE: DEPART: RETURN: Youth 6-12 years old $6.00/person Lambert Park - 10:30 a.m. Hillview Park - 10:40 a.m. Groveland Park - 10:50 a.m. Woodcrest Park - 11:00 a.m. Approximately 4:30 p.m. Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 23, 1993. MINNEHAHA FALLS Friday, July 2 Well be going hiking along the paths of Minnehaha Creek until we come ot the Great Mississippi River! Wear hiking shoes and dress for the weather. WHO: FEE: DEPART: Youth 6-12 years old. $6.00/person (includes picnic lunch) Groveland Park - 10:00 a.m. Hillview Park - 10:15 a.m. Lambert Park - 10:30 a.m. Woodcrest Park - 10:40 a.m. RETURN: Approximately 3:00 p.m. Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 30, 1993. What is summer without a rollerskating party? We will be skating to the mmic at Chcepskatc. Bring your rollerskates or rollerblades t or use the ones at Cheepskate. WHO: Youth 6-12 years old FEE: $6.00/person DEPART: Woodcrest Park - 12:30 p.m. Lambert Park - 12:40 p.m. Hillview Park - 12'~0 p.m. Groveland Park 1:00 p.m. RETURN: Approximately 3:30 p.m. Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 7, 1993. SHAKOPEE POOL & WATERSLIDE Friday, July 16 Come with swim suit and towel. Remember to wear a hat and sunscreen. Well enjoy an afl,moon at this outdoor sunny beach and waterslide. It is a manmade beach with sand and zero depth water that is filtered and chlorinated. Bring extra money for concessions. WHO: Youth 6-12 years old FEE: $7.00/person DEPART: Crroveland Park - 11:30 a.m. H/llview Park - 11:40 a.m. Lambert Park - 11 5 0 a.m. Woodcrest Park - 12:00 noon RETURN: Approximately 5:00 p.m. Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 14, 1993. LAKESIDE PARK BEACH PARTY/WATER CARNIVAL Friday, July 23 Games, lunch, entertainment, prizes, sw/mmlng, contests, water biking and other activities. It's fun for everyone! Persons under 6 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Fee is $7.50 per person including lunch, supervision, bus transportation, prizes, use of water equipment OR $6.50 without transportation. DEPART: Youth 6-12 years old $7.50 with transportation $6.50 without transportation Wooderest Park - 9:30 a.m. Lambert Park - 9:40 a.m. Hillview Park - 9'.50 a.m. C_rroveland Park - 10:00 a.m. RegiStration deadline: Wednesday, July 21, 1993 FALL YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE Youth soccer will be played this fail with garhes being held on Saturday mornings beginning September 11 and ending in late October. Practices may begin the week of August 23. Three divisions will be offered. Fee includes a team tee shirt, professional photograph, and field mnintenance. WHO: Mites 1st - 2nd Grade Division Squirts 3rd - 4th Grade Division PeeWees 5th - 6th Grade Division $~.00 per player (includes a t-shirt, professional photograph (basic package included, additional pictures available at extra cost) Registration deadline is Friday, August 13, 1993. Fourteen players per team. Registration is on a first- come, first-serve basis. This league, depending upon registrations, may be combined with Rosev~le, Arden Hills, and Shoreview. Games will be held in each partidpating community. Transportation is the responsibility of individual players' parents. COACHES NEEDED FORYOUTH SOCCERTEAMS If you are interested in coaching a youth soccer team, please call 784-0618. Coaches will become certified through the National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA). The coaches clinic will be held on Tuesday, August 24 at 6:30 p.m. at Mounds View City Hall. If you have any questions regarding the coaches responsibilities or would like to volunteer, please give the Recreation Dept. a call at 784-0618. ADULT &YOUTH KARATE CLASSES Karate instruction is offered to youth and adults over the age of 9 years old. Classes are instructed by Jack Carrick, an experienced martial arts instructor with a black belt. Classes are held in the lower level of the Mounds View City Hall. This is a continuing program usually offering eight week sessions with little or no breaks between sessions in order to maintain consistency within the program. SPRING MINI-SESSION SUMMER SESSIONS WHO: DAYS: DATES: TIMES: Beginning Students Wednesdays and Saturdays May 8 - June 5 (not 5~9/93) 6-7 p.m. (Wednesdays) 10-11:30 a.m. (Saturdays) $27.50 for 8 times WHAT: WHO: DAYS: DATES: TIMES: FEE: Summer Session I Beginning and Advanced Students Tuesdays and T~ursda_ys* June 6 - July 29 (Summer X) 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. $55.00/16 times WHO: DAYS: DATES: TIMES: Advanced Students Wednesdays and Saturdays May 8 - June 5 (not 5/29/93) 7-8 p.m_ (Wednesdays) 10-11:30 a.m. (Saturdays) $27.50 for 8 times WHAT: WHO: DAYS: DATES: TIMES: FEE: Summer Session H Beginning and Advanced ~tudents Tuesdays and Thursdays* August 10 - September 30 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. $55.00/16 times *PLEASE NOTE NEW DAYS FOR SUMMER SESSIONS 29 CAMPS --- CLINICS -- CLASSES IRONDALE GIRLS BASKETBALL CLINIC: IRONDALE BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP Bruce Moore, Head Coach of the Irondale ~. Jeff Wall, Irondale Hi~ School Vanity Basket- Crirls Basketball Team, will instruct a /~,\~' ~ "~ ban Coach and his Assistants will instruct a summer chmc for g~rk going mto 1st. 9th ;(.' · - ~ . ~ ,/~. summer basketball camp for boys currently · ' ' · ' ' ' S ~a grades. Sesswns w~l be one week m ~ ~ :~/ -~ grades 1st - 9th ( 92 - 93 chool y r). length, Monday through Friday. Registra- ~.... ~ Instruction will include: fundamentals such tion fee includes a t-shirt. ]~finimum ~.~'~I. ~ f ns shooting, passing: defensive stance, and · .,onm n. 10 --d b..k .b.U po on. maximin is 30 players. (Mounds View Parks ' ~' total player development, setting and receiving and Recreation is performing all adminigtrntive screens, ball handling moves, and team attitudes. activities) Crrou_v I: Girls going into Grades 1st - 3rd (with no basketball experience) When:: Session 1 - June 14 - 18, 1993 Session 2 - June 28 - July 2, 1993 Time: 12:30 - 1:15 pm Where: Edgewood Middle School FEE: $14.00/person/session Bring tennis shoes, gym shofls, shirt, towel and a lock. Fee includes a t-shin. (New Brighton Parks and Recreation is performing all administratives activities) Group I: Boys currently in Grades 1st - 3rd When: June 21 - 25, 1993 Time: 9:00.10:30 am Where: Highview Middle School Fee: $25.00/person Group II: Girls going into Grades 3rd - 5th Grout) H: Boys currently in Grades 4th - 6th When: Session 1 - June 14 - 18, 1993 Session 2 - June 28 - July 2, 1993 Time: 1:15 - 2:30 pm Where: Edgewood Middle School Fee: $23.00/person/session Group IH: Girls going into Grades 6th - 9th When: Session 1 - June 14 - 18, 1993 Session 2 - June 28 - July 2, 1993 Time: 2:45 - 4:30 pm Where: Edgewood Middle School Fee: $32.00/person/session When: June 21 - 25, 1993 Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Where: Highview Middle School Fee: $33.00/person Group IH: Boys currently in Grades 7th - 9th When: June 21 - July 2, 1993 Time: 1:00- 3:00 pm Where: Highview Middle School Fee: $45.00/person IRONDALE FOOTBALL CAMP The Irondale High School Football coaching staff Who: Boys going into grade 6th - 9th next fan headed by Bill Beck will conduct a five day camp to . When: July 19 - 23, 1992 help develop football fundamentals and techniques Where: Edgewood or Irondale Football Fields for boys going into grades 6th - gth next fan. All Time: l:00-3:00pm boys in school district 621 are elig~'ole to attend. Fee: $30.00/person (includes camp jersey) The main goals of the camp include skin develop- ment, motivation and fun. There ~ be emphasis on individual instruction as well as team competi- tion. Coaching will be offered for all positions'with emphasis placed on flexfv/lity, strength, agility and IRONDALE GIRLS TENNIS CLINIC SUMMER SOCCER CLINIC This clinic will be taught by Jed Knuttila, th~ Irondale Girls Tennis coach. The clinic is for girls going into grades 4th - 12th with little or limited tennis experi- ence. Last year's partidpants are strongly ~.~,~ urged to sign-up again. The clinic w~l concentrate on tennis skills and w~l involve dffils, individual instruction, group instruction, and some competi- tion. Each partidpant w~l receive "Irondale Tennis" t-shirt. When: July 12 - July 15, 1993 July 19 - July 22, 1993 Where: Edgewood Tennis Courts Times: Grades 4 & 5 12:00 - 1:15 pm Grades 6 & 7 1:30 - 2:45 pm Grades 8 & 9 3:00 - 4:15 pm Fee: $32.00/person for two weeks $20.00/person for one week Brush up on your soccer skills before fall soccer leagues begin. Players in 1st - 6th grades are eligible for the soccer clhtic. This clinic wal concentrate on skill development, game strategy and team play. Minimum of 10 players required per session. Grono I: Children Currently in Grades 1st - 3rd When: August 2 - 6, 1993 Time: 10:30 nm - 12:00 pm Where: City Hall Soccer Field Fee: $18.00/person Group H: Children currently in Grades 4th - 6th When: August 2 - 6, 1993 Time: 1:00- 3:00 pm Where: City Hall Soccer Field Fee: $24.00/person for two weeks NORTHWEST TENNIS ASSOCIATION _IR. TEAM TENNIS Swing into summer by joining this "smashing" program for boys and girls ages 11 to 16. This is not a begin- ning tennis lesson program; prior tennis experience is necessary. Some of the basic skills needed by a Junior Team Tennis Player area: Consistency on both forehand and backhand strokes, ability to sustain a rally with both forehand and backhand, be somewhat consistent on volleys, ability to play doubles, and ability to keep score. This program is for the student that is looking to improve on their competitive tennis skills. This would be great for the student who's goal is playing on their high school tennis team. Minimum 8 participants re- quired. The philosophy of this team is to provide enjoyment of the game, skill development and an oppor- tunity to play and meet other tennis players. WHO: Open to boys and girls ages 11 - 16 TIME: WHEN: Tuesday practicefFhursday meets DATES: Practices begin on June 15 and run FEE: through July 27. Meets w~l be on Thursdays (starting June 24) with neighboring cities. TENNIS LESSONS Get a "swinging" start into spring by learning the basics of tennis. Skills such as the forehand, backhand, volley, serve and overhead strokes will be taught. Participants should bring a tennis racquet and a can of three tennis bal~. Also, make sure to we. ar tennis WHEN: WHERE: TIM~: Saturdays, May 1. June 19 (not May 29) Groveland Tennis Courts 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Youth Beginners 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Adult BeL~inners 3:00 - 4:00 p.m_ Advanced Be~,~ezs $21.00/person for six lessons 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. (practices at Edgewood School Courts. Meets begin at 1:15 p.m. ' $30.00/player (includes t.shin and USTA membership) TENNIS DIRECTORY ~ LOOKING FOR A TENNIS PARTNER? Put your name on the Mounds View/Sprinl~ Lake Park Ten- nis Directoryl Those who register for the directory will r~ceive the U.S. Tennis Association seN-rating form. You w~l evaluate your akin level and notify the Recreation Department of your rating. The directory will list the names, phone numbers and ratings of tennis players in your area. It's up to you to set up matches at your convenience. Call the Recreation Department at 784-0618 to sign up. 31 HIGH SCHOOL 3-1qAH BLACKTOP BASKETBALL/I::AGUF Enjoy your summer evenings playing basketball at the Silver View Park outdoor courts. This unofficiated league w/il play on Monday evenings beginning June 21 and run for ten weeks. An end of the season single elimination tournament w/ll be played. A minimum of 3 and a maximum of six phyers (in grades 10-12) per team. Entry fee is $15.00 per team. Registration deadline is Thursday, June 17, 1993. WHO: Students in grades 10-12 TIME: WHEN: Monday Evenings WHERE: DATE: June 21, 1993 (ten weeks) FEE: As scheduled Silver View Park Basketball Couns $15.00 per team RED CROSS BABYSITTING CLASS Red Cross Babysitting is taught by certified Red Cross instructor Shafie Linke. This class teaches young people 11 years and older the responsibilities of caring for children. Topics covered include first aid, feeding and caring for infants, handling of emergency and safety situations and more. Students completing the eight hour course receive the Red Cross Babysitting Certification and pin. Maximum 20 participants. WHO: WHEN: DATES: TIME: WHERE: FEE: Boys and Girls 11 years and older Monday and Tuesday August 16 and 17, 1993 12:30 o 4:30 p.m. Mounds View City HaH $20.00/person NOTE: Students should bring a snack and beverage for break times. Pop is available for 50 cents "WHEN I'M IN CHARGE" "When I'm in Charge" is an American Red Cross program designed specifically for children who must occasionally be at home alone for short periods of time. Students are taught where to keep their key, how to handle phone calls and strangers at the door, emergency measures in case of fire or injury and first aid. This is an ideal program for any children that must go home to an empty home after school or are just along once in a while. Even if your child is never left alone now, parents may feel that this class will be helpful for the future or in an emergency situation. WHO: Children ages 7 and older WHEN: Tuesday DATE: August 24, 1993 TIME: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. WHERE: Mounds View City HaH FEE: $1.00 per person BASIC FIRST AID FOR YOUNG PEOPI.,E This class is designed for children ages 7 and older to learn basic first aid skilh. In~tmcted by Ray Long. and Geo~ Carlson, both holding First Re,ponder certifications. Students will have the oppo~ to learn and practice techniqnes for controlting bleeding of wounds, looking for and treating victims of shock, as well as identifying other types of emergency situations. This because children thi.~ young ~e unnble to adequa~ do the eompre~i~ns needed t° perfonn CPR~: ~ . properly. ~ ~'~ - ... -~ .~-.~ ..- .~' ~ --~- . . -. :..=- - DATE: - --July27, 19~3 ~.-. - ~ ~=: ' ; :~ .' -. TIME: 10.~ - 1 l'.30aan. FASTPITCH SOFTBALL DAY CAMp Connie Larson, the Irondale Fastpitch Softball Coach, and her staff win be conducting two week long camps on the skills of fastpitch softball. Each week ~ be broken down into three sessions. Participants may take part in one, two, or all three sessions. Listed below is the schedule: Crrades 9th - 12th Grades 5th - 8th Session A: Fastpitch Pitchers & Catchers June 14 - 18 at Edgewood Middle School June 21 - 25 at F_xtgewood Middle School ~?~s,sion C: Fastpitch Hitting and Base running In this session, players will learn or improve their pitching and catching skills. Pundamental skills wR! be taught to beginners and advanced skflle will be taught to experienced pitchers and catchers. Grades 9th - 12th at 8:30 - 9:30 am June 14 - 18 Grades 5th - 8th at 8:30 - 9:30 am June 21 - 25 Session B: Fastpitch Field Position In this session, players wftl learn how to hit a fastpitch softball. A fastpitch machine and live pitching will be part of the learning process. Players will learn how to hit and run, also how to bunt and shphit. Base running techniques will also be taught with emphasis on stealing, sliding, and reading signals. Grades 9th - 12th at 12:00 - 2:00 pm June 14 - 18 Grades 5th - 8th at 12:00 - 2:00 pm June 21 - 25 This session is for all infield & outfield positions with the exception of the pitchers and catchers. Players wR! learn or improve their throwing skills, field position- ing, field options and how to cover all bases. Grades 9th - 12th at 9:30- 11:30 am June 14- 18 Grades 5th - 8th at 9:30 - 11:30 am June 21 - 25 Program Fees are: Going to: 1 session - $30.00 includes T-shirt 2 sessions - $50.00 includes T-shirt and lunch 3 sessions - $70.00 includes T-shirt and lunch SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITIES SUNRISE SENIORS CLUB The Sunrise Seniors dub meets every second and fourth Tuesday of each month (except December when the dub meets only the second Tuesday because of the Christmas Holiday.) Members are from M! walks of life. The dub meets at Sunrise Methodist Church (Long Lake Road and County Road I.) Yearly dues are $2.00 and $.35 per meeting for refreshment cost .and sunshine fund. Table Games - 10:00 a.m. Lunch (bring a bag lunch) - 11:30 a.m. Meeting - 12:30 p.m. Entertainment - 1 :~ p.m. MESSIAH SENIORS CLUB The Messiah Seniors meet the first Wednesday of each month at Messiah Lutheran Church (2848 County Road H2) beginning at 9:30 a.m. Refresh- ments, business meeting, and entertainment are planned for each meeting date. Special trips ada other activities are also scheduled. ALIVE MATURE DRIVING COURSE This class instructors older adults in driving skills and accident prevention techniques as it pertains to aging. Individuals completing the progam are entitled to a 10 percent savings on their auto insurance. WHEN: DATES: TIMES: WHERE: FEE: Tuesday and Wednesday June 22 and 23, 1993 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Mounds View City Hall $10.00/person (includes $8.00 AARP fee and $2.00 administrative cost) Register at Mounds View Parks and Recreation Dept. office. Mnximum 30 panidpants. SENIOR EXERCISE Senior exercise concentrates on flem'bility and move- ment of joints and muscles so that you can pedorm daily activities as freely as pos.~'ble. It is not strenuous and all senior citizens, both men and women, are encouraged to participate at their own pace. Thanks to the Mounds View L/ohs Club this class is FREE! Table Games 9:30 a.m. Meeting - 10:30 a.m. WHEN: Entertainment - 11:00 a.m. WHERE: Lunch - 12:00 nOon TIME: Mondays and ThurSdays Mounds View City Hall lower level 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. ADULT SUMMER RECREATION CO-REC BEACH VOLLEYBALL Crreat outdoor fun in the sun is just armmd the comer when you join the Co-Rec Beach Volleyball League! Teams must have aa equal number of men sad women, or more women than men. Games w~l be played at Lakeside Park Sand Volleyball Courts and are unofficiated. The honor system with automatic rephys for conflicts will be used. The league will be played on Monday nnd/or Wednes- day evenings beginning Jtme 14 and rnnn~ng through early August. The' fee is $30.00 per team per night. This league is co-sponsored by Mounds View and Spring Lake Park Recreation Departments. Registration Deadline is Friday June 4, 1993. HORSESHOE LEAGUES "Pitch" into summer by throwing some "shoes" in our new league that is going to be held at the Silver View Park courts. This new league will be for individuals looking for some recreational competition while relaxing and throwing horseshoes. The league will meet on Sunday evenings be~nnlng June 20 and running through August. The league format is individual competition. The fee is $10.00 per person. Each participant must provide their own horseshoes. For more information call Mary at '/84- 0618. Registration deadline is Tuesday June 15, 1993. 3-MAN BLACKTOP BASKETBALL LEAGUE Adults ... get a team together and play some "hoops" in the park on Wednesday evenings be~-~g June 23, 1993. The games will be played at Silver View Park basketball court. This is a 3-Man, unofficiated basketball league. The honor system of calling fouls and violations will be in effect. Each team will play 10 games. Registration deadline is Friday June 18, 1993. Entry fee is $30.00 per team. 4-MAN PASSING FOOTBALL LEAGUE This is a modified game of touch football which is designed to be low-key and recreational in nature with as little physical contact as poss~le. This league is open to anyone 18 years and older. A team may have no more than eight players on their roster. Fee is $30.00 per team. There are no game officials. The honor system of calling violations will be used. Games are played on Sunday afternoons be~nning September 12 and running through late November. Rosters and fees must be received by Friday Septem- ber 3, 1993, in order for a team to be considered registered. A managers packet of information will be mailed to each team with rules, regulations, and schedules. A minimum of g[ teams is needed. ADULT SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS The Mounds View Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring two weekend tournaments this ~mmer. All tournaments will be held on Mounds View fields. Softballs will be provided by the Recreation Department. For more information on any of the following tournaments, please call the Recreation Department at 784-0618. WOMEN'S SOFTBALL SHOWCASE June 19-20, 1993 CO.REC POST SEASON WARM UP July 24-25, 1993 Women's softball teams are invited to showcase their talents in this tournament sponsored by Mounds View Parks and Recreation Department. So come enjoy some hot softball action in June. Entry fee is $100.00 per team. Each team is guaran- teed three games. Trophies and travel expense will be awarded. Teams must be USSSA sanctioned. Hey all Co-rec tean~ come tun.up for post-season play by playing in this warm-up tournament in Mounds View. This tournament was plnnned to give your teams one final tune-up before the MRPA State Tournaments. Each team is guaranteed 3 games. Trophies and travel expense will be awarded. Teams must be USSSA sanctioned. WHO: WHEN: DATES: FEE: Women's Teams Class C & below Saturday & Sunday June 19 nnd 20, 1993 $100.00/team WHO: Co-Rec Softball Teams WHEN: Saturday & Sunday DATES: July 24-25, 1993 FEE: $100.00/team SR HIGH I~)YS SOFTBALL LEAGUE Mounds View Parks and Recreation Dep~rtment, in conjunction with neighboring cornmltnities, offers a Senior High Boys Softball League for boys in grades 9-12. This is a sanctioned USSSA softball league. You must register as a team. Entry fee is $200.00/ team. This includes ten scheduled league games, USSSA sanction fees, certified umpires, game bal~, and awards. Games will be played on Tuesday and/ or Thursday evenings in various cities. For more information contact Mary Johnson, Jr. at 784-0618. WHEN: WHO: Boys in grades 9-12. WHERE: DATES: WHEN: Tuesday and/or Thursday Evenings TIME: FEE: $200.00/team (includes ten games FEE: game balls, sanction fees, umpires and awards) COUNTRY WESTERN DANCING Dance instructors Jim Perkins and Carol Colstrom are pleased to once again offer beginning Country West- em Dance to the community. This class wt=tl learn and review such dances as the two-step, three.step and waltz. Depending upon the skill level of the class, additional dances will be aclded. Summer classes will be held at Edgewood Middle School, 5100 Edgewood Drive, in the Cafeteria. Students from the spring session are encouraged to attend the summer session. Wednesday Evenln~ Edgewood Middle School Cafeteria June 2 - July 21, 1993 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. S40.OO/person/8 weeks FALL ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES Adult fall softball leagues will be offered for men and co-rec teams. Five weeks of double header games (total of 10 games), w~l be phyed at Silver View, City Hall, & Lakeside Parks. Maximum of 8 teams per division. All rainout games will be played on Friday or Sunday evenings. Three ball - Two strt~e count will be used. If a tie for first place should occur, both teams win be awarded trophies. REGISTRATION FEES: League fee is $195.00 plus $10.00 for each non-resident. A resident team must have 50 percent or more of the rostered players living or working full-time in the City of Mounds View. In addition, a $50.00 personal check must be submitted for the conduct deposit. Registration begins Monday July 26, 1993, and is on a first-come, first.serve basis until the deadline on Friday August 6 (or until the leagues fill up). Teams are considered registered ff the following three requirements are fulfilled: - Registration form is completed and submitted - Team roster complete. (20 players maximum) - Full registration fee paid (league fees, non.resident fees, and a conduct deposit) For additional information call the Mounds View Recreation Dept. 784-0618. LEAGUE OPTIONS Mondays Men's Tuesdays Co-Rec Wednesdays Men's Thursdays Men's August 9 - September 13' August 17 - Sept. 14 August 18 - Sept. 15 August 19 - Sept. 16 * NO GAMES LABOR DAY SEPTEMBER 6. First games in August will begin at 6:00 pm and in September at 5:45 pm. The second game win begin immedlate~ after the first. 35 · S The Mounds View Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with the Spring Lake Park and Blaine Recreation Departments are pleased to offer the following adult one-day outings. Please note that trips will depart from either the Mounds View City Hall (2401 Highway 10), Spring Lake Park City Hall (1301 81st Ave. NE), or Blaine City Hall, (9150 Central Ave. NE.) For more information call the Mounds View Recreation Department at 784-0618. GRAND CASINO MILLE LACS T~IN$ VS. CALIFORNIA ANGELS Wednesday, May 19 Friday, June 2S We're up and at 'em early Wednesday morning with a cup of coffee and a muffin as we head up to Crrand Casino Mille Lacs for an enjoyable day of gambling. We~l warm up our gaming skills with some great on- board bingo before we get to the casino. SORRY, but the buffet is not included in this trip. WHEN: TIME: WHERE: FEE: Wednesday, May 19 7:00 a.m. departure - 3:30 p.m. return Mounds View City Hall $5.00/person (includes muffin & coffee, on-board bingo, escort, motorcoach & Grand Casino Fun Book) "DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER" Thursday, May 27 Enjoy lunch and an afternoon of comedy as the Old Log Theatre presents the hilarious British comedy *Don't Dress for Dinner." It's a family night out to the ball park to watch our power hitting Twins as they try to ground the Angels. Register by June 11. WHEN: Friday, June 25 TIME: Depart at 6:00 p.m. return 10:00 p.m. WHERE: Leave from Blaine City Hall FEE: $14.00/person includes lower deck reserved seating, transportation and parking. GRAND CASINO HINCKLEY Thursday, July 8 It's off to Grand Casino Hincidey for a day of gam- bling fun. We~l begin our day with a cup of coffee and muffin as we board our air-conditioned motorcoach. On our way we~l play on-board bingo with coins as prizes to get us in the gambling mood. The buffet lunch w~l be available for a cost of $6.00 each, payable at the casino ... it's not included in the fee. WHEN: TIME: WHERE: FEE: Thursday, May 27, 1993 Depart 11:00 a.m. return at 5:00 p.m. Depart from Spring Lake Park $22.00/person (includes lunch, phy, ' escort and motorcoach.) ST. CROIX RIVER CRUISE Thursday, June 17 WHEN: Thursday, July 8 TIME: Depart 7:00 a.m. return at 3:00 p.m. WHERE: Leave from Mounds View City Hall FEE: $3.00/person (includes muffin & coffee, motorcoach transportation, Grand Casino Fan Book and escort) HISTORIC & SCENIC DULUTH Thursday, July 22 Join us for a relaxing river cruise on the St. Croix. While aboard the Andiamo, you will enjoy a delicious lunch buffet. There win then be time for shopping and browsing in Stillwater before returning home. Regis- ter by June 1. WHEN: Thursday, June 17 TIME: Depart at 8:15 a.m. return at 5'30 p.m. WHERE> Depart from Spring Lake Park City Hall FEE: $28.00 (includes boat cruise, lunch, tour guide and motorcoach) Leave from Mounds View City Han at 6:00 a.m. with a cup of coffee and muffin. We~l drive straight through to Duluth on our comgortable restroom equipped motorcoach. Our first stop upon arriving in Duluth vn'll be the beautiful Olensheen Mansion for a guided tour. After our tour it's off to the Vista Oueen for a tour of the harbor. Lunch is at the beautiful Pickwick Restaurant! Following a leisurely lunch, we*Il spend time at the waterfront, where you can shop or look at the Marine Museum, Canal Park and lift bridge. TIME: WHERE: FEE: Thursday, July 22 Depart at 6:00 nan., return at 6:00 p.m. Depart from Mounds View City Hall · $39.00/person (includes motorcoach, morning coffee & muffin, all tours, hmch and escort) MILLE LACS FISHING TRIP Tuesday, August I 0 RED WING AND BOAT CRUISE Tuesday, .September 14, 1993 WHAT A DEAL! Eajoy this wonderful summer day as we head north to Lake Mille Lacs for a four hour fishing excursion. We have rented a restroom equip- ment hunch that holds up to 40 people, out of Head- quarters Lodge. The Lodge is furnishing all fishing equipment and bait. After our hopefully lucky day of fishing, we will have an outstanding luncheon buffet at the Headquarter's Lodge Restaurant. Then it's back to Mounds View at around 3:30 p.m. TIME: WHERE: FEE: Tuesday, August 10 Depart 6:00 a.m. Return 3:30 p.m. Depart from Mounds View City Hall $29.00/person (includes motorcoach, fishing excursion, fishing equipment, bait, luncheon buffet, morning coffee & muffin and escort) HISTORIC ALMA. WISCONSIN Wednesday, August 18 Travel to beautiful Red Wing, famous for Red Wing Pottery. After our morning coffee and rolls we ~ tour the Red Wing Stoneware Company where you will see traditional ~toneware being made. Take some time to shop here. Board the "Sc. hatze" for a boat cruise on the Mississippi River and have lunch as you see the beauty surrounding you. Stop at the Historic Pottery District for time to shop and browse through the many shops. Top off the day with a special dessert at the historic St. James HoteL WHERE: TIME: FEE: Tuesday, September 14 Depart from Mounds View City Hall Depart 8:30 a.m. return 5:15 pan. $38.00 (includes motorcoach, coffee stop, lunch, cruise, dessert & escort) "FOREVER PLAID" - HEY CITY STAGE Wednesday, September 29 Founded by Swiss settlers in 1848, Alma, "the New England of the West", is nestled along a narrow apron of land between Majestic Twelve Mile Bluff and the Mississippi River. A local guide will help you discover the charming waterfront shops and elegant turn-of-the century homes. Almost the entire town is listed in the National Register of Historic Places! Enjoy lunch at the Burlington Hotel and then browse through the shops or just take in the view. Before returning home, we will stop at Rieck's Lake Park where Bald Eagles, Egrets and Blue Herons often fly. Register by Aug. 4. WHEN: TIME: WHERE: FEE: Wednesday, August 18. Depart 8:00 a.m. return 5:15 p.m. Leaves from Spring Lake Park City Hall $26.00 (includes coffee stop, lunch, local guide and motorcoach) Weq. l travel back to the 1950's with the "heavenly" singing group, "the Plaids". Join Sparky, Jinx, Smudge and Frankie who were on their way to their first big gig in a local airport lounge when a bus filled with giggling teenage girls broadsided their car and sent them to harmony heaven! Now, they've been given one chance to come back to the '90s and give you the show of their angelic lives. DON'T MISS FOR- EVER PLAID! TIME: WHERE: FEE: Wednesday, September 29 Depart at 11:30 a.m. Leaves from Mounds View City Hall $16.50/person (includes ticket & bus) This is a great deal.., regular ticket prices alone are $20.00 each! FABULOUS BRANSON. MO! September $ - I 0, 1993 Depart for six days of excitement and fun in Branson, Missouri. Tour highlights include trips to the Bass Pro Shops, Andy WRliams Show, Wayne Newton Show, Shoji Tabuchi Show, Eureka Spring~ City Tour, Passion Play, Precious Moments Chapel, and a performance of "Shear Madness". We w-RI travel by comfortable clean motorcoach on this fully escorted excursion. Prices per person are $429.00 (double occupancy), $414.00 (triple) and $559.00 (sin~e~ which includes all tours, performances, two lunches, one coffee .stop and two continental breakfasts. Deposits in the amount of $50.00 per person are due by June 1, 1993. Final payments due by July 28, 1993. Please make checks payable to: Firstline Tours, Inc. Checks should be sent to: Mounds View Parks and Recreation Department. Call Sharie at 784-0618 for more information. 37 SUMMER 1993 SWIMMING CLASSES The summer 1993 sw/mming classes are held at Edgewood Middle School, 5100 Edgewood Drive. Classes are offered during the daytime and evenings in the summer. Daytime classes are held every day Monday through Friday for two week sessions. Evening lessons are offered once per week for eight weeks. DAYTIME CLASSES SP_.~I0 N I SESSION H SESSION m SESSION IV June 14 - 25 June 28 - July 9 (not July 5) july 26 - August 6 8:00- 8:35 a.m. Semi-Private $44.00 8:40 - .9:15 a.m. Beg I, Beg H S22.00 9:20 - 9'~5 a.m. Beg Ill, Adv Beg $22.00 10:00 - 10:35 a.m. Int, Swimmers $22.00 10:40 - 11:15 a.m. Begl, BegIl $22.00 11:20 - 11'~5 a.m. Beg III $22.00 12:00 - 12:35 p.m. Semi-Private $44.00 12:40 - 1:15 p.m. Beg I, Beg m $22.00 1:20- 1:55 p.m. BegII, AdvBeg $22.00 2:00 - 2:45 p.m. Open Swim $1.50/person 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. Pool Rentals $23.00 (max 3o) EVENING CLASSES MONDAYS (June 14 - Autmst 2) (not held July 6:30 - 7:05 p.m. Waders/Waterbabies $18.00 7:10 - 7:45 p.m. Water Ex/Lap Swim $18.00 TI~SDAYS fJune 15 - Aunst 3) 6:30 - 7:05 p.m. Beginner III $20.00 7:10- 7:45 p.m. Iht/Swimmers $20.00 WEDNESDAYS (June 16 - Autmst 41 6:30 - 7:05 p.m. Beginner I $20.00 7:10 - 7:45 p.m. Be~nner H $20.00 THURSDAYS (June 17 - Aunust S) 6:30 - 7:05 p.m. Advanced Beginner $20.00 7:10 - 7:45 p.m. Water Ex/Lap Swim $20.00 LAKESIDE PARK Lakeside Park Beach is open for swimming this summer. The will open on Saturday, June 19 (weather permitting) and close on Sunday, August 1. The beach will be open from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. Concessions are available for sale at the beachhouse. Come and enjoy the summer at the beach! WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES: Activities at the park will include evening softball games and sane volleyball. Also, the picnic shelter is available for reservations. The beautiful path is great for walking and the playground equipment is a draw for children. The beautiful'sand beach is a favorite spot for .sun bathers. BOAT RENTALS: Come and enjoy Spring Lake at Lakeside Beach{{ Rent a canoe, or paddle boat for boating fun, exercise and sun. Boat rental fees are: Canoes ...................................................... $3.00/half hour Paddle Boats ' $3.00/half hour Rowboats .................................................. $3.00/half hour Life jackets are induded in the fee and are mandatory. Children under the age of 16 must be accompa- nied by an adult. The beach house will be open from 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Concessions will be available for sale. For more information regarding Lakeside Park activities call the Mounds View Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department at 784-0618. View Parks and Recrealion Depemnent, 2401 Higl;w·y 10. Thc office is open from 7:00 Lin. to 5:30 p.m.,Mondays - Thursdays and 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Fridays. What tf I can't ma~e it by 5:aO p.m.? 'r~ is a drop ~x I~ ~ ~ ~m of C~ H~ for y~r ~nv~e~. ~u~ p~ y~ ~z~n ~ ~ ~k k · edmp~x~y~~ ~~ ~ foliow~ ~. Gan I mail in my reg--? Y~s! You -,,y ~gister by mail for aH classes unless the a~/vity dascription lists special ~gistrntion procodu~.s. ~ust flu out the mail-in form provided in this bmclmr~ and send it idon~ ~ your check to the Mounds View Parks and Racrution Department, 2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112. If the mail-in form is missinf, simply include on a separat~ paper the registrant's name, address, l~Onc number, birthdate and class choice sad send in with payment. Gan I register over ~he phone? Sor~, not yet. gut we would be glad to tell you the class openings so you can register by mail, in-person, or usin~ the night deposit box et City Hall. Just give us a call at 784-0618 dufin~ te~mlar business hours. Who should checks be made out to'?. city o~ Mounds View. Gan I mn(~d a class? Yes. If you are ill, movies, or have · schedule conflict, please notify us in ndvance of the class mn M~I · refund will be returned to you by mail within three weeks. ~: Adult ·thledc leagues,and events that require us to pre-order and purchase tickets that are non-returnable by us are not subject to refund. Doos the 8scrmtkm Dupam~ mmr cnnc~ ~aM? The Parks and Recreation Department may have to cancel classes or activities when an inmf~ient number of people sign up. This decision will be n~de prior to the mnins date of the ~ctivity. There may be ~nes, due to school functiom, that currently running classes may be canceled or moved durin~ a session with liuJe prior n~tice. Every effort is made to make-up these classes at the end of the session. t~tJng fist? People who wi~ to been reacl~l, ~ be placed on a wnitin~ list. Additional cJ&sses rely be formed if there are sufl~ient mmber of tq~iuem ~ if activi~ ~ a~d ~uctors ~ eveilthle. WE I ~et a oonfrnmlkm of my mgklra~km? If you regM~r in person you w~ ~eive · receipt. However. if you teeis~r by mail. em~-mm~m will not be sent. If you wish to call. we will be happy to confirm your t~tstmion p~O~llU~? Individuals in~res~d in havin~ their children p~nicipate in program, but are unable to i~Y the fee due to h~lship, may q~l~ for · full or partial s~olmhip program. Scholarships aze ~ to one progrtm or activity per child per season. Scbola~bi~ n~ Ivailable for ali programs excem those pro,mm which a~ indioamd. The Mounds View Parks and Recrea~on Depenment guartutees that you will be satisfied with recrution classes, programs, or events in which you ptr~cipate. If you ar~ not completely satisfied with our service delivery tell us and we will do one of the following: Listen and at, erupt to rectif~ any concerns you may have. Transfer your r~gisu'ation fee to another program or session. If the above steps do not meet with your total sa~faction ... 3. A refund will be issued. The depe~n~nt is conunitted to ex~tlence. It is our intent to provide recreatiom ;hat meet your expectations of a meaningful leisure-time experience. Your input in the form of suggestions, comments, ideas or chan~es for improvement are valuable. MAIL IN REGISTRATION FORM NAME ADDRESS PHONE (H) DATE OF BIRTH PARI~qT'S NAME CLASS ORADE DAY LOCATION 39 MAIL IN REGISTRATION FORM NAM~ ADDRESS PHONE DATE OF BIRTH PAIU~JT'S NAME ORADE DAY LOCATION Mounds View Community Theatre presents JULY 23, 24, 25, 29, 30,. 3 I AUGUST 6, 7 & 8 Thursday - Saturday Performances Sunday Matinee Performances 7:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. held at Mounds View High School (I 900 County Road F - Arden Hills) TICKET PRICES: $7.00/adults, $&.00/seniors & students Group rates available Call 784-0618 for reservations MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL Mayor Jerry Linke .................................................. 786-4696 Counciimember Phyllis B¼nchard ............................. 784-2206 Councilmernber Gary Quick ................................. 786-463 I Councilmember Diane Wuori ............................... 786-1939 Councilmember Pat Rick~by ..................................... 786-4033 STAFF Clerk-Administrator Samantha Orduno City Engineer Ric Minetor City Finance Director Donald Bra&er Parks, Recreation & Forestry Director Mary Saarion Police Chief Tim Ramacher Fire Chief Ron Pagerstrom OFFICE HOURS: 7~0 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mondays - Thursdays 8:00 an. - 4:30 p~n. Frkbys PHONE NUMBERS City Hall Offfices _ 784-3055 City Hall Fax Number ............ 784-3462 Fire Department. . .... 786-4436 Parks. Recreation & Forestry ......... 7840618 Police Department ..... 784-377 I Public Works ............. 784-3114 EMERGENCY NO. l-I-I City of Mounds View 2401 Highway 10 Mounds View, MN 55112 Cedar Rou~ BULK RATE UA POSTAGE PAID e. P~ut MN Peem~ N¢~ 440~ POSTAL CUSTOMER RESIDENT: m you with ~luam time for re~i~ntion. Thb iuua of the newsletter wu hand delivered by I local non-prolit organization, ff ),ou .0q~eri- Moumb View Parla md Recrmtto~ ~ ~t 7~4-0& 18. PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER CITY OF' FRIDLEY Fall Newsletter 1993 No. 80 PUBLIC SAFETY Dn CTO Jnv HmL Jim Hill In 1972 Fridley -set out to mod- ernize the Police Department and in- crease its effectiveness. A national search iden- tiffed a young police lieutenant in the Alex- andria Police Depart- ment who also had an FBI background. In June, Jim Hill assumed his duties as the Public SafetyDirector and As- sistant City Manager. His duties put him directly in charge of law enforcement, emergency management, City safety functions, and at times made him Acting City Manager. Twenty one years later Jim Hill's job has been completed. During those 21 years he actively worked in virtually every aspect of Fridley government. The following major achievements were accomplished under his direction: Developed a ncighbothood watch program using 350 Block Captains and a property identification program. Maintained high lcvcl~ of training for officers on the force, including acquiring the latest equipment such as thc indoor shooting range installed in 1990. Started asclcctive traffic enforcement program ten years ago which ~xpanded into a county-wide'program called Anoka Traffic Accident Counter measure (ATAC) to reduce the number of drunk drivers. Increased thc police force from 23 to 33 of~cers. Developed the City Employee Safety Program. · Replaced the early outdoor warning system with the first AC/DC system in the country. Directed development of an educational coloring book for children which has sold thousands of copies nation wide. Established the Community Service Officer and Bike Patrol programs in Fridley. Jim Hill will be replaced by Dave Sallman. See the article on page 5 for more information. SEWER COSTS INCREASE Over the last year the amount of sewage Fridley residents and businesses sent to the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission (MWCC) facility increased dramatically. In fact, because of the increased sewage flow and MWCC rate hikes, the treatment cost charged to Fridley has increased $1 million in two years. To keep the bill in sight, sewage volume must be con- Ixolled. Because the flow increase con'elates with the heavy rains, a portion can be traced to sump pumps which empty directly into the City sewer.. It may seem like a small contribution to the total sewage volume, but lately, many pumps, nm almost constantly. The practice of dumping sump pump water in the sewer also violates a City ordinance. Over the past nine years total sewage costs have increased 140%. Currently, the average residential customer pays $28.35 per quarter. The last City increase was in 1991, but because of the dramatically higher volume, sewer rates were reviewed. A new rate structure which treats all customers fairly, will be introduced in the very near future. Thc new sewer bill has two components: thc MWCC charge, which is usually 79% nfthe sewage disposal cost, and Fridley's cost. 2.7 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.1 2 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 1 1~86 I· · · MWCC Flow in billions of gallons ~ City water sold in billions of gallons mi mi Sewage charge in Millions of $ Thc graph above shows the number gallons of water produced and the number of gallons of sewage sent to the MWCC. As the graph shows, soon more sewage will be produced than water sold. The other graph shows how the total sewage disposal cost to Fridley has increased. Co rrn, aJw]) ow ,acw 5 Page 2 City of Fridley Fall 1993 TCAAP WATER BENEFITS AND COSTS BY DENNIS SCHNEIDER~ COUNCILMEMBER WARD 2 Earlier this summer the Army launched a program to give us billions, yes, billions of gallons o£ pure top quality water, free. The water comes from a massive ground water cleanup of the Twin City Army Ammunition Plant. See the side box for a detailed history of the project. It is a win, win, win situation for all. A ground water contamination problem is being corrected, the cleansed water is being used in an environmentally re- sponsible manner, and we are getting waterwhich meets or exceeds the quality of our own wells. The TCAAP interconnect line will provide Fridley many long term benefits paid for by the U.S. Army: b 2 million gallons of water per day in the fall, winter and spring months with iron and manganese removed. It is an- tieipated the TCAAP program will oper- ate at least 40 years. b A $250,000 supervisory and data control system (SCADA) to monitor and control the wells and reservoirs. This item was scheduled to be purchased with City funds. ~ A $401,000 booster station includ- ing pumps, meters, land, and chlorina- tion room to distribute the water. ~ Street surfaces and curbs on all of Camelot Lane, Squire Drive, and Gardena Avenue; the surface and west side curb for Benjamin Street and Arthur Street; and the surface and cost for a~phalt curbs on 64th Avenue. Besides receiving substantial equip- ment upgrades, Fridley's water produc- tion costs will be dramatically reduced. Electricity amounting to $30,000 each year will be saved because water pumps will be used less. Wear and tear on our wells, pumps, and filters will also be reduced, ffeverything goes as planned, construction of an anticipated well could be postponed for many years. During all discussions, the Army maintained that they would pay for ev- erything directly affected by thc water line. In the end, however, the Army would not pay for some City requested items. & Because residual chlorine would likely not meet Fridley's high standard, additional chlorine will be injected at the booster station. The Army maintained that the purified water they are providing would meet accepted public standards. Therefore, Fridley must pay $3,500 for the injecting equipment. ~ To reduce long term maintenance costs a $3,200 exterior irrigation system is planned for the booster station. ~ Street and curb upgrades on Ben- jamin, Arthur, and 64th will cost approximately $50,000. This will be reimbursed from the State of Minnesota through the Municipal State Aid Streets (MSAS) fund. ~ A partially collapsed sanitary sewer under Camelot Lane will be replaced for $24,000. However, $5,000 will be saved since it will be done during water line construction. While there is a modest City expendi- ture associated with the TCAAP inter- connection, the benefits far out weigh the costs. Booster station and sewer costs will be funded by utility funds. There- fore, no property taxes will be used for the entire project. "Is the water safe?" Yes, expert testimony has convinced me that it is. Thc activated charcoal system removes ALL organic compounds including TCE and many other contaminants which are commonly found at low levels in ground water. The plant has many safeguards and backup systems built into it to ensure that the system does not fail. As you can see, an unfortunate situa- tion has been turned into one ~vhich safely and economically benefits our City. THE HISTORY OF TCAAP WATER 1981: Trichloroethylcne (TCE) is discovered in the ground water around the Twin City Army Ammunition Plant fFCAAP) and in NewBrighton drink- ing water. Solvents and degreasers which were improperly dumped and burned from the mid 40's to the mid 60's contaminated the Mount Simon/ Jordan aquifer. 1984: New Brighton initiates a law suit against the Army to correct the problem. 1987: To avoid a prolonged court battle the federal EPA, MPCA, New Brighton, and the Army sign an agree- ment to correct the problem. The Army agrees to build and operate two granular activated carbon treatment plants capable of removing TCE from 8 million gallons of water per day until the TCE is removed. At first they suggest dumping it into the Missis- sippi River. Soon all parties agree it makes more sense to provide the treated water to New Brighton. New Brighton, however, can not use all the treated ground water. 1990: Construction of the first filtration plant is completed and New Brighton residents start using the cleansed wa- ter. 1990: The excess water is offered to Fridley and discussions between New Brighton and Fridlcy on how to share the cleansed TCAAP water proceed. 1992: The Army supports the idea to share the water and construction of a second water purification plant and well in New Brighton begins. March 20,199:5: TheFridlcy City Coun- cil holds a public information night to ex'plain thc projcct counccting thc Frid- Icy and New Brighton water supplies. 65 people attend. Au gust 1993: Construction between New Brighton and Fridley to connect the two municipal water systems begins. For more information, call the Public Works Department at 572-3552. Fall 1993 City of Fridley Page 3 No More Homestead Cards ASSESSOR'S CORNER BY LEON MADSEN Because of a recent law change, Assessors are no longer required to verify homesteads each year. This means residents no longer need to worry about getting cards signed and returned around the first of each year, as they have in the past. This is especially good news for folks traveling south for the winter. Homesteads will be verified only with new homeowners. The newlaw requires people who start renting their home or no longer homestead it, to notify the Asses- sor. The new homestead date is now December 1 of each year. If a home is owner-occupied before December l, it will have the homestead tax for the fol- lowing year. For more information call the Fridley Assessor's Office at 572-3536. HYDRANT FLUSHING The City of Fridley will flush hydrants starting in October. Every six months hydrants are flushed to remove iron, man- ganese deposits and other minerals which build up in the lines. They are inspected and leaks and valves are also repaired. This summer most hydrants were painted. Flushing creates a disturbance in the water mains sometimes causing water discoloration. Anyone experiencing wa- ter discoloration lasting longer than a day should call the Public Works Department at 572-3566 during business hours. Hydrants will be flushed on Mondays but not on weekends. COUNTY, CITY, SCHOOLS- PuTr G IT d LL TOGETHER BY WILLIAM J. N£E, MAYOR In the past several years, "the City" has been making a major effort to collaborate with our schools, the County and with neighboring cities to improve service to Fridley residents: sharing fa- cilities, sharing staff, exchanging pro- grams. These efforts started out to stretch taxpayers' dollars by eliminating dupli- cation, but now the idea has gone beyond that. Nov.' we're collaborating because we've found that we can do things to- gether that we can't accomplish alone. That's why we founded the "South- ern Anoka County ¢ommun3ty Con- sortium." This is an ad hoe association initially proposed by County Commis- sioner Jim Kordiak which includes the cities of Columbia Heights, Hilltop and Fridley and School Districts No. 13 and No. 14, plus Anoka County. It has no formal organization and no governmen- tal authority.., only the mutual recogni- tion by individuals identified with the County, cities and schools that serious eomraunity problems are on the horizon and that we ought to try to head them off. The basic idea of the Consortium is to develop collaborative programs that will help prevent the decay and disruption that has occurred in Minneapolis and nearby suburbs. While we knowwe face a formidable challenge, we also know that if we are to meet the challenge, all of the governmental units in our area must pull together. We began this process of pulling together in April of this year by drafting a mission statement and outlining a work program. In order to help us identify community needs, citizen and employee focus groups were assembled in each comm~lity during the month of May. The results of the focus groups were then intcrprcted in light of demographic trends by a Wilder Foundation demographer. Now that we are getting a handle on issues and needs and beginning to under- stand these needs in terms of population changes, we have started to brainstorm collaborativeprojects. One oftheprojects we've talked about is the joint funding of a youth outreach worker for at-risk youth. We've also talked about establishing a process for identifying community val- ues. This value :framework would then be used as a standard for school district, County and City decision-making. Otherideas include coordinating City efforts to improve rental housing condi- tions with the school districts' adult edu- cation programming. In this manner, both the physical needs and the educao tional needs of at risk families might be met more adequately. As we continue our efforts, we will need your help. Teachers, housing spe- cialists, human service workers, Police, building inspectors, and recreation lead- ers cannot do the job alone. We will need participation and support of churches, the business community, civic organiza- tions and neighborhood groups. Even then we know that there are no quick fixes or guarantees. What is for certain is that without efforts like those being made by the Southern Anoka County Community Consortium, our quality of life in Fridl.ey will inevitably be less desirable than it is today. CITY RECEIVES COOPERATION AWARD The project to use the TCAAP water in a beneficial way has truly been a cooperative effort. In fact, Fridley and New Brighton earned the Coop- eration In Government Award given by the League of Minnesota Cities at their annual conference in June. See article on page 2 for more information. Page 4 City of Fridley Fall 1993 Frae DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE This year's Fire Department Open House will be much bigger and better than ever. Exhibits and displays from eight organizations will make October 9th a day when information about nearly every public safety topic will be available at one location. Displays include: .:. .:. Fridley fire and police vehicles. CAER, a new organization consisting of Fridley business, and the Police and Fire Departments. It formed this year to reduce risks associated with chemicals used in Fridley and ones which simply pass through on trains and trucks. ***° A Red Cross disaster unit. °**° A Minnegasco sniffer truck. **% An antique fire truck. **% An ambulance. *7* The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. **% Burlington Northern will display a car which was crushed by a train. **% The HazMat vehicle will also show how hazardous waste spills are cleaned up. **% Pluggie, the computerized fire hydrant, will again share his wealth of information, telling people what to do in case of a fire and how to contact emergency personnel. *7* Videos showing how to get out of a fire safely will be running. **% Children can practice escaping from the everpopular smoke filled box. All the demonstrations will be at the main Fire Department on the comer of University Avenue and Mississippi Street. Residents are welcome to tour the two satellite fire stations located at 63 g 1 Central Avenue and 110 - 77th Way, however, they will have no demonstrations. The open houses start at 1 pm and end at 5 pm on Saturday, October 9. For more information call the Fire Department at 572-3613. RECYCLING IN APARTMENTS BE6INS Recycling in Fridley took another big step toward including everyone in pickup programs. Now apartment dwellers can recycle as easily as homeowners. Starting in June, people living in five to twelve unit buildings can take their recyclables to a designated spot in their complex. So far, people responded very well, recycling 6 tons each of the first two months of the program. This program is sponsored and funded by the City. The program for people living in apartments over twelve units started this month. Even though it is slightly different from the other apartment program, people will still be able to easilyrecycle. The City requires apartment owners to have a comprehensive recycling program, but does not specify how the materials have to be collected. That is up to each individual owner. Both programs require a place to easily drop off aluminum and steel cans, newspaper, glass, and magazines. Other items can be included, but it is up to the individual owner. If you have questions about recycling in your building, first call your caretaker. If you still have questions, call Lisa Campbell, FridleyRecycling Coordinator at 572-3594. NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 1993 On Tuesday August 3rd 'Fridley residents cel- ebrated giving crime a going away party at the lOth annual National Night Out. It was another success! Gatherings were held at 53 locations. McGn~the Crime Dog got to over half o£ the locations, while Police Officers, Crime Prevention Specialists, the Mayor, Councilmembers, and Fire Department members were able to get to many others. This occasion remains one of the best opportunities for residents to talk with Police Officers in an informal setting. The officers have time to relate what it is like being on patrol and what residents can do to help prevent crime. Below, Officer Larry Johnson, McGruff and CSO Chris McClish talk to some of the people at a party in River's Edge Way neighborhood. Fall 1993 City of Fridley Page 5 SALLMAN NAMED NZW PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR Sixteen year Fridley Police veteran Dave Sallman was named Public Safety Director to replace Jim Hill who recently retired. Knowing that Sallman's experience and qualifications were what was needed, Fridley resisted the temptation to conduct an exhausting and expensive nationwide search. In a recent Fridley Police Block Captain newsletter, Sallman summa- rized his law enforcement ideology. "Policing in a democratic system is a unique experience because there is a constant balance betxveen an individual's freedom and the need for safety and security in our society.. Our main challenge today is to find innovative ways to provide necessary law enforcement services." Sallman's strong support for the Neighborhood Block Watch Program and the National Night Out celebration bodes well for citizen involvement under his administration. He knows that because an officer cannot be on every street comer, Fridley citizens are the eyes and ears for the depart- ment. He is determined to open new communication avenues for Fridley citizens. Dave Sallman started with Fridley in 1977 as a Patrol Officer. In 1980 he was appointed Field Training Officer teaching new recruits some of the skills needed to be a police officer. Later that year he became an advisor for the Police Explorers Post. After achieving one of the highest scores recordedonhis promotion test, hebecamea Sergeantin 1983. Apromotion in 1986 to Lieutenant made him Commander of the Technical Support Division. In 1987 Sallman was named Deputy Director of Public Safety heading the Field Operations division, making him second in command in the Police Department. Sallman's impressive background contributed to his rapid rise through the Fridley ranks: Earned the Eagle Scout award in Boy Scouts. * 1974, BA in Sociology from the University of Minnesota. Then joined the Marine Corps rising to the rank of First Lieutenant. 1981, recognized for his astute obsen/ation and quick thinking leading to his capturing an armed bank robber. Also named "Fridley Police Officer of the Year" and honorable mention for the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association, 'Police Officer of the Year". ~ 1982 earned a Masters in Business Administration with an emphasis in Public Administration from the College of St. Thomas. * 1985 attended the FBI Academy in Quantico Virginia. NEW POLICE DEPUTY DIRECTOR O. ary Lenzmeier was promoted making him second in command in the Police Department. He is now Deputy Director of Public Safety in charge of the Field Operations Division including the patrol officers. Lenzmeier replaced Dave Sallman who was promoted to Public Safety Director. Gary Lenzmeier' rise to Deputy Director: 1968 - Completed his term in the Air Force. 1973 - Graduated fi.om the U of M with a BA in Sociology. SEWER COST INCREASE~ FROM PAGE 1 To help control sewage costs, please reroute sump pumps which drain directly into the sewer. Either simply send the water on to an appropriate part of your property where it drains to a low spot or eventually to the street gutter. Do not spray directly into the street where it becomes very slippery during cold weather. Make sure that it does not contribute to a neighbor's water or drainage problem. Another option is to build a sump pump drainage reservoir. The plan below works well. Local contractors also have ideas. For more information about sump pump drainage, call the Public Works at 572-3552. How to build a sump pump drainage tank. , '!7'":.i": The following information is a sump pump drainage tank design. Other plans will also work. [] Metal or plastic drum approximately 40 gallons or more. [] Punch holes in lower half of drum including bot- tom. r3 Fill drum with river rock or similar grade stone. [] Fill lower half of hole around drum with large crushed rock. rn Concrete lid to protect drum. [] Install overflow pipe which exits above the surface. 1973 - 1977 - 1980 - 1984 - 1985 - 1987 - In March hired as a Patrol Officer. Appointed Field Training Officer. Promoted to Corporal. Promoted to Sergeant. Police Officer Of The Year. Promoted to Lieutenant in charge of the Technical Support. 6 City of Fridley Fall 1993 City Calendar - Fall 1993 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Satur'day 2 HR 3 Recycle[ 4 I of ~ss. SL [ ~[19 '20 '21A ~22,~ I 23 24 R~yclc[ 25 ISunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Replace batteries in Smoke Detectors to celebrate Fire Prevention Week! I Daylight Savings ends on October 31 st. Set clock back one hour. Friday I Recycle A~ea 1-North of Miss. St. 8 Recycle Area 2-South of Miss. St. 15 Recycle Area 1-North of Miss. St. 22 Recycle Area 2-South of Miss. St. ;29 S;tu~ds1 I D~p~. / Hou 16 $0 ~ CC [2 3 PL 4 HR IS Recycle 6 ' ' IArea l'N°rth I lO 111 Veteran's I 12 R~ycle !. Day I Ar~ 2-Southl I 17 118 [ 19 Recycle 120 14 is CC 6EQE I PL I-- liRA ]Ar- -No h[ [ [ [ofMiss. st. ] 21 22 CC 1~23A 124 12s 126 a~cl¢ I I Thanl~in= [ Area 2-S / C°nferenceleli I [ [;;yHo~i~;~] Holiday ~s ~9 [ 30 ~e Ci~ Co.cji and o~er Co~ssio~ meet at 7:30 pm. in ~e M~icipal Center lo~ted at 6431 Univ~siF Aven~ ~. ~e public is wel~me. ~e Cable nnd Park & Recr~tion Co~issio~ m~t at 7 pm. H~m~ ~pa~ed ~sons pla~g to a~end public mcet~s who n~d ~ in~cter, or o~ers wi~ ~snbflifies who requ~e a~flin~ ai~, should eon~ct the Ci~ ~g~'s O~ce at 572-3500 ten ~ys before ~e meets8. ~e ~u~ci~l C~t~ is handic~p~d a~esible. Building Permits When is a building permit needed? Building permits arc needed for all new construction including decks and most re- modeling and renovation. This includes replacing windows, roofs, siding, and water heaters. Permits are also needed for updating electrical, plumbing, or heating and air condition systems. Accessory buildings including sheds over 120 square also must have a permit. Remember, always call Gopher State One Call at 454-8388 before digging. For more information about building codes or permits, call the City Inspection Depart- ment at 572-3604. W~nter' Parking' Rules For 24 hours a day from November 1 st to May 1st, vehicles must not impede the plowing or removal of snow or ice. Snow plowing and sanding begin when driv- ing conditions become poor, or at the end of a snow storm. No specific amount of snow must fall nor does a snow emergency have to be declared. For more information about the City's plowing policy, call the Police Department 572-3629. Filter Rebuild Starting this fall the Locke Park filter plant and wells will be shut down and the old and worn parts will be removed. Filters, pump- ers, filtering sand, and pipes will be replaced in the winter. Reconstruction should be completed in the spring when the controls are installed. It will become operational by the 1994 summer. Water customers are not expected to be inconvenienced by the repairs. Paint Cans Accepted Empty paint and aerosol cans are now accepted at the Fridley recycling center. A thin, dry paint film is acceptable. Call 572-3594 for more information. Calendar Code A -Appeals Commission CC -City Council CH -charter Commission CTV -Cable TV Commission EQE -Environmental Quality & Energy HR -Human Resources Commission HRA-Housing Redevelopment Authority PL -Planning Commission I]IR -Park~ & Recreation Commission Fall 1993 City of Fridley Page 7 SLOW Dow Excess speed in neighborhoods is di/ficult to control. Some residents are bothered every day, while others have problems with a particular resident. The Police Department recently purchased a speed readout board to help educate people about their Slx~l. Thc board connects to a police radar gun which then instantaneously transfers the speed to a display as the car drives by. Hopefully, when drivers see in large numbers that they are over the speed limit, they will change their driving habits and slow down. h also eliminates the, "My speedometer is off" excuse. Becansc this is an education process, car license plates of speeders arc recorded. They are then sent a letter stating their speed and a request to slow down. If the speed readout board would be useful in your neighborhood, call the Police Department at 572-3629 for more information. Some motorists are reminded to slow down by the radar controlled read out board. Others, abide by the speed limit, making their neighborhood safer. Community Service Officer Mark Bonesteel is operating the radar. .HouSING REHAB UPDATE ..4'ridley's first attempt at monetary assistance to homeowners was a big success. The fu'st phase of the housing rehabilitation program drew 61 applications. After the applicants were prescreened and prioritized by ne~d, 47 ilt the various program guidelines. The chart below shows applicants by program. No. of No. Program Applications Selected Home Improvement Grant Program 25 19 · Home Improvement Loan Program 25 22 Home Mortga.qe Assistance Pro!:lram 1.~1 ~ Total 61 47 Because some of the applications are still being processed, the total dollars used for each of the programs has not been finalized. A sizeable portion of the funding will be committed, however. If money is available, it will be distributed this fall. Notice to First-Time Home Buyers The FridleyHKA is pleased to announce that over $1,160,000 from the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency is available for first-time home buyer mortgage loans. These loans have interest rates of approximately 6.5%. Some buyers may even be able to receive help with down- payments, closing costs, and monthly Payments. Under the program VA, FHA, and conventional loans are eligible. To qualify for the program you must: 1) Be a fu'st-timc home buyer. 2) Have a good credit history and an ability to pay thc mortgage. 3) Meet the income guidelines (currently $38,500). 4) Intend to buy a house priced less than $85,000. The seller must also agree to pay a portion of the points (up to 1.5%). Funds should be available sometime in mid-September from several local lenders. To apply or get more information about either the home rehabilitation programs or the first time home buyer program, contact Grant Fernelius, Fridley Housing Coordinator, at 572-3591. LEAF DROP OFF SITE OPENS FoR FALL The leaf drop offsit¢ at 350 - 71st Ave. will open from Sept. 14th to Nov. 30th, weather permitting. $2 for 10 bags per day, no limit on the number of trips. Pickup track or trailer loads $3.50. Bags must be emptied and removed. Identification is required. Drop-off hours arc: Friday and Saturday 9 am to 5 pm; Sunday 1 to 5 pm; Tuesday 9 am to 7 pm; Closed Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. REGISTER TO VOTE ' f you are not registered to vote, do so now. Registering now .may save you time at the polls during the 1994 elections. People changing their name or address, must again register to vote. For information about voter registration or to have a voter registration card mailed, call the Fridley City Clerk at 572-3523 or Anoka County Elections Division at 323-5275. · lnjssaoons ~an uaaq seq 1.[ mql aleo~u.[ Sl.ZOdaZ le!l.mI 'uo!m -nleAa aA.[sualxa tre aA!aoa~ ll.~ me.~o~d aql 'lleJ s.ntl .um[ op.u ol p[oo ool slog 1.[ UatL~ '/~lp.U:l $o sl.md lie tn uaas oq treo ,C-~t[1 SlOZmd .q.a~l ~u!:mp atn.xl uam~ &ue 1¥ 'sloa.tls [e!luap!sa~ UA~Op sd.u1 ~001 pue 'splo~J [leqLTos 'Jaluao a~nlmJ atll.'~a.re ssau -!snq 'syed atp POllOned · sa.moloJ .~o$ ~no$ gm. pnlom' suo!loeJJu!. snocreA Io$ polso.Lre O.~OA~ SaOUelsumo -~.O luazaJ~.p :~apun 'g9 Jaqlotw '~m. -uaddetl s! leq*~ ssnos!p ol .(ldu~.s lle$o aldoad 00~'t~ .~axo lorn aAeq lO~lec[ a~.~Z atp jo s~aqtnatn '~ept aom. s 'leql p!p ~lU!e~ao s~ao~o L[ OtLL ',qajes $o ~u!pa$ ,sluap!sa~ Xalp.u:[ ~tnsea~otn &lle~aua~ pue 'suo!lsanb ~uua,xsue 'aldO~daql ~m. laatn&.mnmmoo aqlm. mo s~ao,.ffo la~ al pau$:sap se~ atL~ 'ln~ssaoons fuaa uaaq seq T [o~1~c[ mi!~[ aa!lOci $,JamtunS S~L~ NO aC d £66[ lied Xalp!Jd jo '(~'!D 8 a2ed lym uth : J An Update from the City of Plymouth, July 1993 :>ark users, promoting safeht in ciht parks Park Patrol educating The Plymouth Police and Park and Rec- reation Department have joined forces to ensure that Plymouth's parks remain safe and that city park visitors have an opportu- nity to become acquainted with park regu- lations. A new park patrol, utilizing Police Reserves, is visiting city parks on foot, bicy- des and in vehicles. The patrol provides a visible reminder that public safety is important in ensuring that citizens enjoy public recreation facilities. "Plymouth is fortunate to have a safe park system and this is just one more measure to keep it that way," said Parks Superintendent Mark Peterson. The patrol will be active May through Oc- tober, Mon. - Sat., 5 -11:30 p.m., and Sun., 3 -10 p.m. Park officers rotate among city parks and, if needed, are assigned to spe- cific parks where there has been vandalism or other citizen complaints, according to Peterson. "The park patrol will play a dual role of enforcement and information sharing. It serves as a conduit to the Police Depart- ment, if needed, but also can provide citi- zens with information on rules and regulations in city parks," said Public Safety Director Craig Gerdes. The park patrol officers check to make sure that people are aware of park regulations which prohibit alcohol and require that pet owners clean up after their pets. They edu- cate people about parking regulations, cur- few hours, park hours, bicycle laws and requirements for fishing licenses. "They are Chad Dagenai$ (left) and Gary Olmen are just two of the Police Reserves who also serve on the newly formed Plymouth Park Patrol there to educate and warn people and look for recurring problems," said Peterson. "The goal of the program is to have the park patrol become an integrated part of the park environment and reduce the opportunity for crime," said Public Safety Education Specialist Sara Cwayna. The use of Police Reserves to staff the new park patrol was a natural, according to Park and Recreation Director Eric Blank. "Re- serves have a higher level of training, can handle emergency situations and already have established a working relationship with the regular Plymouth Police patrol," he said. Gerdes adds, "Reserves already have a sub- stantial amount of public contact experi- ence and knowledge of law enforcement. When we looked at developing a park pa- trol, the Reserves looked like a very good match." Blank emphasizes that individuals in city parks who require emergency assistance, should still call 9-1-1 to report emergency situations. Parking? Be considerate To minimize traffic congestion and to keep our neighborhoods safe, please be c0n~id- orate when parking your car at city parks. If a parking lot is provided at the park, please use it. If you must park on the street and walk to the park, do not cut through private property. Finally, avoid using private drive- ways to turn your car around -- children may be playing in or near them. 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JnoA uo spuadap punjaJ JnoA jo sunoLue eq.L 'sJe -luaJ pue sJau,v, oeLuoq Jo,~ saxel AuedoJd jo uap~nq aqS ainpaJ dieq spunja~ xel ,LuadoJd 'au!lpeap aqs Jaue ~eaA auo ueqs aJOLU paly s! uogeI!ldde JnoA ~! pun)a~ e aA!e~aJ Sou ii!~n no^ '£66 L '9 [ · ~n¥ ,(q palU aq ssnu~ spun~a~ xes AldadoJd s~oeu eu!lpoep BUllY punje~ xol/~pedo~d seo~o/q!o plnoqs SUO.tiO!OOSSD ~eN eueos/q!O · pappe eqs ,,'op Aoql leqn~ u! a^a!laq Aaqs pue paau e s,eJeql a^a!laq Aaql esne~eq Jaalunlon OSle Aaqj.,, 'p!es eqs ,,'sJame~ alq!ssod aJOldxe os /q!un~oddo ue pue SllPlS qo! 'uo!l~e~eSu! le!uos ~u!pnlu -u! 'sl!]eueq lueJaj-J!p ,~uew la§ sJealunloA,, · uosJepu¥ ol ~u!pJoaae 'a]!l u! ~e ede Aeql a~eLl~ uo spuedep Jeelunlo^ aldoed AqAA eoJnoseJ elqonlo^ o 5u!ddol :s~eelunloA Mayor's Message: Planning for 1994 budget gets underway By Mayor Klm M. Bergman Wfhile it's only July, planning for the 1994 city budget is already under- way. The budget will not be adopted until late in 1993, but the planning process be- gins much earlier and citizen input is wel- come and encouraged. If you have concerns that should be ad- dressed in the 1994 city budget, act soon so that your ideas may be considered as early as possible. To voice your opinion, attend a Council meeting, write the City Council or leave your comments on our 24-hour customer service line, 550-5062. City staff will see that your concern is conveyed to the Council. ager will develop an overall budget some- time in August. The Council will hold sev- eral meetings to study and fine tune the City Manager's proposed budget in late summer and early fall. All City Council budget study sessions are open to the public. With the first round of budget review com- plete, the City will notify Hennepin County of its proposed tax levy by Sept. 15. Prop- erty owners will see how the proposed city budget will affect them when Hennepin County mails out estimated property tax statements to all property owners in Ply- mouth in mid-November. The statement will include the public hearing dates for each taxing jurisdiction. 29 cents; and miscellaneous taxing jurisdic- tions, 5 cents. City Council review of the proposed budget will continue with at least one additional budget study session in November. Finally, the City Council will hold public hearings in late November or early December. Sometime in December, the City Council will adopt the final 1994 city budgets and final tax levies. Citizen input is vital during this process. We need to know what existing city services are a priority for you. Hearing from you will help our city budget better reflect the needs of our community. While specific dates for budget meetings have not yet been established, we do have a general idea of the timeline for develop- ment of the 1994 budget. City departments prepared draft budget proposals in late May. The City Manager will meet with de- partments throughout the summer to dis- cuss their proposed budgets. Based on those proposals, Council con- cerns and citizen suggestions, the City Man- The estimated tax statement typically repre- sents a "worst case scenario." It will estimate your property taxes based on the proposed budgets of your school district, county, city and other taxing jurisdictions. These pro- posals are generally cut back substantially before final adoption. The City receives 14 cents of each property tax dollar you pay. The remainder is divided among: your school district, 52 cents; Hennepin County, Human Rights Commission Update The City Council is considering establishing a Human Rights Commission. It is currently looking at what the commission's role might be, the number of representatives it might have and several administrative is- sues. If you would like more information on the status of this issue, call City Clerk Laurie Rauenhorst at 550-5014. Careful checking of boats, trailers can help in fight against Eurasian water milfoil Stormie says: "By  carefully checking your boat, trailer, car, and fishing equip- ment, you can help fight Eurasian water mil foil." To he p prevent the spread of Eurasian water milfoil, boaters and people who fish need to be careful when leaving infested lakes. By doing a careful check of your gear and vehicles, you can ensure that you are not helping Eurasian water milfoil spread to other lakes. Three lakes in Plymouth are known to be infested with milfoil. They are Parkers Lake, Medicine Lake and Gleason Lake. When you leave these lakes --- or any lake -- check for vegetation on your boat, trailer, car and equipment such as anchors, centerboards, trailer hitches, wheels, roller, cables and axles. Carefully drain your live wells, bilge water and transom wells before leaving the water access area. Empty your bait bucket on land, never into the water. Never dip your bait or minnow bucket into one lake if it has water in it from another lake. Finally, never dump live fish from one body of water into another. Eurasian water milfoil has a reddish brown stem and feathery leaves. It forms thick underwater stands and vast mats of vegeta- tion with tiny, yellow flowers at the water's surface. In many areas it crowds out impor- tant native water plants and interferes with water recreation. In about 1950 Eurasian milfoil was accidentally introduced into the interior lakes of North America from Europe by way of boats and waterbirds. The rapid spread of the plants is due to its ability to reproduce through stem fragmen- tation and underground runners. Fragments clinging to boats and trailers has been the cause of introduction to most of our inland bodies of water. Clearing of the milfoil as well as native vegetation has only created new stem fragmenls and pedect habitat for more growth. When there is a healthy population of native lake plants the milfoil has a hard time making inroads. For more information on the control of Eur- asian water milfoil, call the Department of Natural Resources at 296-6157. Properly owners liable for erosion problems Erosion can mean problems for storm sew- ers, wetlands and lakes. Consequently, city ordinance requires property owners to cor- rect erosion problems resulting from their properties. Under the ordinance, if erosion occurs, the property owner will be given a deadline to fix the problem and clean up the s(~diment. If the owner fails to do so, the City will perform the work and assess the cost against the property. Erosion from residential property usually occurs when a lot is left unseeded or unsod- ded. Homeowners are encouraged to iden- tify and correct erosion problems prior to city involvement. For more information or to report an erosion problem, call Darrel Johnson at 550-5079. GIVE CRIME AND DRUGS A GOING AWAY PARTY - Follow the lead of these Plymouth residents who held a National Night Out event at South Shore Park, 1Otb A ye. and South Shore Dr., lost August. This year's National Night Out is slated for Aug, 3. National Night OUt sends a message to criminals that you and your neighbors ore organized and fighting back. To participate, plan a neighbor- hood event. If you register your event with the Plymouth Police Department, the McGruff caravan will visit your gathering. For more information on National Night Out, call Sara Cwayna at 550-5198. City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 (612) 550-5000 TDD 550-5009 Customer Service Line 550-5062 Crime Tip Line 550-5177 Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Plymouth News is published monthly by the City of Plymouth to update residents and businesses on city government news. City Council Klm M. Bergman, Mayor 557-7030 550-5065 (voice mail) John Edson 557-8633 550-5067 (voice mail) Carole Helliwell 557-1530 550-5066 (voice mail) Joy Tierney 473-1681 550-5069 (voice mail) Maria Vasiliou 473-2316 550-5068 (voice mail) City Council meetings are shown live on channel 37. JUL 8 Bulk Rate Carrier Route Pre-Sort U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 1889 Minneapolis, Minn. MANAGER CITY OF COLU,~2.'IA HEIGHTS Sally Patrick City of Columbia I-Ieights 590 40th Ave. NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421 In This Issue , · Planning for 94 · · ' Water Restrictions · Property Tax Filin~.:-~ Deadline Nears TO:. FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: CITY OF COLUMBIA H~IGHTS MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL PATRICK HENTGi~, CITY MANAGER~J, HOUSING MAINTENANCE CODE CHANGES OCTOBF~ 4, 1993 Attached please find proposed amendments to the Housing Maintenance Code. As part of City staff cffoFts tO improve the administration program, we previously submitted our in-house procedures and documentation used to enforce the actual housing code. Additionally, we are in the process of developing a landlord handbook (see attached outline) that would be distributed to each landlord upon renewal of their license. The intent of the handbook is to not only explain the City's Housing Maintenance Program, but also provide information on the desired or recommended rental management practices. Other ordinance amendments still under review by City staff include the following. Conduct on License Premises 1. Amend the "conduct on licensed premises" part of the ordinance to include the ability to suspend a rental license after notification and due process on the grounds that there is reasonable suspicion of drug activity. Also, we are researching our ability to suspend a license for repeated domestic disturbance calls whereby a tenant was advised and referred to services, restraining orders, etc. that could assist in remending his/her problem. ]~ee for Service Surcharge Amend the ordinance to include an additional rental fee surcharge for dwelling units that exceed the level of calls for service customarily averaged from other rental properties. The major concern with implementing the fee for service surcharge is the amount of documentation or record- keeping that the City staff would have to maintain to justify levying the surcharge increase. Additionally, an exception would have to be put in place for landlords who are in the process of evicting a tenant who is the cause of the excessive calls. Rental Licensin~ Cap 3. Provide a maximum cap on the number of rental unit licenses that the City would issue, although the City could justify a reasonable relationship between rental units and owner*occupied mix. We are concerned about the constitutionality of prohibiting an owner from leasing property and the basis or foundation for the maximum allowable licenses issued. Dru~ Loiterin~ Ordinance The Police Chief and the City Attorney are currently researching constitutionality of an ordinance that provides the Police DepaFtment with probable cause to investigate and cite a person loitering for purpose of engaging in drug related activity. Ins_~ection/Licell~ ]~enewal Dates 5. City staff is in the process of evaluating changing the license renewal dates from an expiration of December 31 to different months of the calendar year. The inspection and relicensing of the units would then occur simultaneously. Additionally, this would enable the housing inspectors to do both interior and exterior inspections and undertake the inspection in unison with the fire inspections or Section 8 certifications. Mayor & Council Page 2 October 4, 1993 Rent/Dama_ae Deposit Disputes 6. In researching the City's role in regulating or arbitrating rental/damage deposit disputes, it is felt that we could be most helpful by providing documentation to the parties concerning the condition of the apartment at the time that it was inspected for license renewal. It appears the City would have foundation to require a dwelling:unit to be inspected at the time of a change in occupancy. The availability of the inspection report would serve to document the condition of the condition of the property before and after the occupant change in the event of a deposit dispute. Moreover, many landlords have urged the City to consider citing tenants for excessive damage done to apartments, for dismantled smoke alarms or excessive clutter or nuisances and to originate them to the tenant or occupant. Our current ordinance gives some authority to cite the occupant, but this would have to be further clarified in many cases. PH:bjs COLUMBIA I-[F~IGHTS LANDLORD RF~NTAL PROPERTY HANDBOOK OUTLINE OF INFORMATION 1. Tenant screening/occupancy standards - Donna E. Hanbery 2. Protecting yourself - Donna E. Hanbery 3. Guidelines for rental property owners and managers - Minneapolis Safe Unit 4. Tips for screening tenants $. Tips for showing rental property 6. Activities that may show drug house ?. Noisy neighbors? Loud parties? - Ordinance sheet 8. Conduct on licensed premise ordinance 9. Trespassing ordinance 10. Record checks policy 11. Graffiti removal sheet 12. Security for residents of apartment buildings 13. Other resources available sheet 14. Columbia Heights Rental Licensing Program 15. Housing Maintenance Code Standards 16. Common Inspection Problems 17. Housing Inspection/Enforcement Process 100493/bjs COLUMBIA HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT TO: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: Greggory Woods, City Attorney ~ David P. Mawhorte~, Chief of Police Review and Opinion on Applicability of Sample Ordinance Regarding Loitering for Drug Activity September 29, 1993 Attached is a copy of the City of Monrovia, California's ordinance perlaining to loitering for drug activities. Please review this ordinance and give me your opinion on ils applicability for use in Columbia Heights. I believe this ordinance has been tested and has been upheld in California appeals courts. The ordinance, or some modification of the ordinance, may prove to be of benefit to our drug enforcement efforts in the Heights. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. DPM:mld 93-366 Attachment CC_ '. c~ry~,l/~e~ '/ 01:?,DZN~NC~ BO. gO-OS AN ORDINANCE OF TKE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 9.60 TO THE MONROVIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO LOITERING FOR PURPOSE OF DRUG RELATED ACTMTIES. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1~ Chapter 9.60 is hereby added to the Monrovia Municipal Code to read as follows: LOITERING FOR DRUG ]tCTI~FITIES ~.60.0~0 ~cts Prohibited. It is unlawful for any person to loiter in, on or near any thoroughfare or place open to the public or near any public or private place in a manner and under circumstances manifesting the purpose of engaging in drug-related activity defined as offenses in Chapters 6 and 6.5 of Division-10 of the California Health and Safety Code. 9,$0~.020 CirCUmS~anees. Among circumstances that may be considered in determining whether such purpose is manifested are that the person: Ae Bo Co Is a known drug user, possessor, or seller. For purpose of this chapter, a "known unlawful drug user, possessor, or seller" is a person who has, within th. knowledge of the arresting officer, been convicted in any court within this state of any violation involving,the use, possession or sale of any of the substances referred to in Chapters 6 and 6.5 of Division ~0 of the California Health and Safety Code, or such person has been convicted of any violation of any of the provisions of said sections or substantially similar laws of any ...... political subdivision of this state or of any ~'~ other state~ or a person who displays physical characteristics of drug intoxication or dsage, such as "needle tracks"; or a person who possesses drug paraphernalia pursuant to Chapter 9.04 of this Code~ Is currently subject to an order prohibitin~ his or her presence in a hig~ geographic area~ drug activity.,~.' Behaves in such a reasonable suspicion manner as to raise a ..;. that he or she is about to engage in or is then engaged in an unlawful drug-related activity, including by way of example only, acting as a "lookout". Is physically identified by the officer as a member of a 'gang~, or association which has as its purpose illegal drug activity; Transfers small objects or packages ~urrency in a furtive fashion; for Takes flight upon the appearance of a police officer; Tries to conceal himaelf or herself or any object which reasonably could be involved in an unlawful drug-related activity; Is in an area that is known for unlawful drug use and trafficking; Is on or in premises that have been reported to law enforcement as a place suspected of unlawful drug activity; Is in or within six feet of any vehicles registered to a known unlawful drug user, possessor, or seller, or a person for whom there is an outstanding warrant for a crime involving drug-related activity. 9.60.030 Enforcement. Enforcement of this Chapter shall be pursuant to the policy statement dated February 23, 1990, issued by the Chief of Police, as approved by the City Council and Council Resolution No. 90-15 adopted on March 20, 1990. A copy of said Resolution shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk. BECTZON ~t The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this ordinance, and cause the same to be published in the manner'prescribed by law. This ordin~nce shall be deemed automatically repealed six months from its effective date. Shortly after the adoption of the ordinance, Monrovia's Special Enforcement Team was selected to implement its provisions. These officers, are normally assigned to Narcotics and Gang Suppression. After the trial period, Bicycle Patrol Officers and Narcotics Detectives were also trained and authorized to enforce the ordinance. All officers received four hours of training in th. philosophy and goals of the ordinance. The training included; 1) elements of the ordinance, 2) legal background, 3) enforcement quid.lines, 4) use and application, 5) reporting elements, 6) department policy and 7) community sensitivity. Once trained, the officers set out to enforce the ordinance in one of Monroviats high drug sales area. CZTYOFMOI~ROV~& DRUQ LOXTERZNG ORDZNI~B TRAX~ZNQ OUTLZNE F~1~BO~B OY XNSTRUCTXON XNTRODUCTXON: By ordinance the City Council of the City of Monrovia has added chapter 9.60 to the Monrovia Municipal Code. The chapter' relates to Loitering for purpose of drug related activities making it a misdemeanor to loiter under certain circumstances. Only Officers who receive a four hour block of instruction relating to chapter 9.60 viii b · all,wed to enforce its provisions. The four hour block of instruction will cover the following: I. Elements of Monrovia Municipal Code sections 9.60.010/9.60.020 &. Loitering. 1. To remain in an area without apparent purpose for a sustained period of time. A period of surveillance is required to establish t hat the subject is loitering. 2. Citizen information may also be used to establish how long the subject has been loitering at the location. 'Subject's conduct/circumstances establish probable cause that the subject intends to engage in illegal drug activity based on your training, experience, and knowledge. Bubisot is · known drua user. Ooss,~SOr. or ~ This is established through officer's observations, personal knowledge, and by documents, such as, RAP sheets or court dockets. lub4eot is currsntlv Drohibitsd by co~[~ order £rom beino in hioh druo ac~i¥i~¥ arss. Officer may have personal knowledge of the court order, but must obtain actual c~urt ~ocumentation for filing of the case. SusDloloue Behavior. Reasonable for the officer to believe that the subject is about to engage in unlawful drug ac~lvt~y~ to include acting as a lookout. Gana members who ass,alit, for DU~OOBe O~ /lleaal drua activity. Personal knowledge by the officer that part of the gang's activity is to engage in illegal drug activity, andthe subject in question is a known gang member. ~ Transfer of small object or packages for currency in a furtive fashion. II. Fliaht from police. Subject takes flight upon the appearance of a police officer. COn..aiR.mt. Subject attempts to conceal himself or any object that could reasonable be involved in unlawful drug activity. 10. ~ Subject is in an area that is known for unlawful drug use and trafficking. ~ Subject is on or in premises that have been reported to law enforcement as a place suspected of unlawful drug activity. ~ Subject is in or within six feet of any vehicle registered to a known unlawful drug user, possessor, or seller, or a person for which there is an outstanding warrant for a crime involving drug-related activity. Legal Background. A. Laws which prohibit loitering for a ~ j~/~_qA~purpose generally upheld as constitutional. .Loitering for purposes of prostitution, and loitering in the area of toilets for lewd purposes are "mirror-images" of drug loitering law. III. Enforcement Guidelines. A. Use ordinance conservatively. When the violations occur, Officers should initiate an investigation to determine the extent of the violation. When in doubt, do ~ot arrest. Drug loitering law in not to be used indiscriminately to limit the access of persons to public or private areas. Ideally more than one of the listed circumstaRces should be present for an arrest. IV. Use and Application A. Not intended to be a 'catch allu ordinance. Don't contact a subject with one intent and then fall back on Druq Loiterinq Ordinance if the criteria does not exist. Be Only Officers who receive training on the proper use of the ordinance may enforce this ordinance. Said enforcement shall be completed in a courteous and professional manner. Do not use this ordinance as. a lessor included offense to a felony druqcharqe, however, it may be cited as probable cause if warranted. De Do not use.to bolster a questionable arrest. Cases involving~he use or,his ordinance must be able to weather the test of cour~ challenge. Reporting. A. Articulate the elements and conditions that surround the circumstances of the offense and arrest. Incorporate in the arrest report the officer's expertise, for example~ schools attended, experience, training, number of previous drug arrests and search warrants. VI. Department Policy A. Explanation of purpose. B. Procedure for implementation of the ordinance. All arrests made under the provisions of. the Ordinance are approved by a supervisor who ks also trained on the ordinance. TO: I PAT MENTGES, ~R~ K~k I N~o W ILL$ ~ TO CITY MANAGER FRO~: LEE ANN BOCWINSKI~ CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE DATEi: OCTOBER 4, 1993 LIMITING THE IgUMBER OF I~ENTAL LICENSES AVAILABLE i I Can ~he ¢1t¥ of licenses available? 78~28~1 P.02 Columbia lieighte limit ~'~e ntmber of rental ~Police power confers on upon states and local governments broa~ regulatory powers over public healt~h, welfare end morals. Stat~ ¥. Crabtree, 218 Minn. 36, 15 N.W.2d 98 (1944). Muni~ipalities have been generally accorded wide l&titude in the exer~tse of 'police powers, it being recognized ~hat ~he more populated areas frequently present conditions requiring the application of more stringent and rigid rules regulating public he&l~h and safety. AleMandar Co. v. C£ty of Owatonna, 222 Minn. 312,] 24 N.W.2d 244 (1946). Municipal regulations are upheld as legi~mate exerciee of police power provided that they are rati~nally related ~o public health, eafety end welfare and operate in ~ manner that is not arbitrary, oppreseive or fraudulent. Wright v. Woodrid~e ~ake ~ewer D~t., ~88 A.2d 176, 21~ Colin. 144 I Generally, a municipality, trader its authorized police power may ~egulate, by license, any business the unree~rained pursuit cf whic~ night affect in~urously~he public health, morals, eafety or eom=Crt. See, City of St. Paul v. Dalsin, 245 Minn. 325, ?1 N.W.2d on ~ that valu part of'lcl~a mu~lcipality appears. The Ohio courts have held protection of real estate from ilpairment and destruction o£ and maintenance of eesthetic~ of the ooBunity' are safe~y (decreased crime) and general yellers (ael~heti~l and ! inorkassd proper~y values). !The C~ty clearly hie ~he aut:hority ~o Xi~l~ the nu]~er of ren~41 licenlel available. The challenge will b~ in tAndinq a iylt~m for granting licenses that will be fair and not arbitrary or legitimate governmental interests ~hat may be protected by ! reasonable exercise of ~unicipalityvl police power, where such requ~ations bear a substantial relationship tot he general welfare of the public. Northern..Ohio_Sign Con~ractors Ass'n v. C~t? ,513 N.Eold 324, 32 Ohio Bt,3d 316 (1987}. Other state I COUrtS have lade similar holdings. In order ~o prove ~ha~ an I ordi~ance is unreasonable, the defendant must 'show that the ordihance has no substantial relationah~p to public health, e&fety, morale, or general welfare. State v. Hyland, 431 N.W.ld 868 App.I 1988) The #substantial relationship# test Is · relative1y ! easyI test for mun~c~palities to overcome. Clearly, in ~hie case, the ~eduction of rental litanies ia lUbl~antlally =ela~ed to public revs'd 10/1/93 OP. DZN~NC~ NO. BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, AS AMENDED PERTAINING'TO THE HOUSING MAINTENANCE CODE AND LICENSING RENTAL UNITS The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: SECTION 1: Chapter 5A of Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, as amended, which has been repealed by Ordinance No... , shall hereafter read as follows, to wit: Chapter 5A HOUSING MAINTENANCE CODE Article I General Provisions Section 1: Statement of Purpose 5a.101(1) The purpose of the Housing Maintenance Code (hereinafter referred to in Chapter 5A as "Code") is to protect the public health, safety and general welfare of the people of this City. These objectives include, among others, the following: (a) To protect the character and stability of residential areas within the city; (b) To correct and prevent housing conditions that adversely affect or are likely to adversely affect ~ne life, safety, general welfare, and health; (c) To provide minimum standards for heating, for sanitary equipment and for light and ventilation necessary to protect the health and safety of occupants of building; (d) To prevent the overcrowding of dwellings; (e) To provide minimum standards for the maintenance of existing residential buildings and to thus prevent substandard housing and blight; (f) To preserve the value of land and buildings throughout the city. 5A. 101(2) With respect to disputes between landlords and tenants, and except as otherwise specifically provided byterms of this Ordinance, the City Council will not intrude upon the accepted contractual relationships between landlords and tenants. 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The absence of rubbish, garbage, vermin or other, unsightly, offensive or extraneous matter. Dwelling. A structure or portion thereof designed exclusively for residential occupancy, including boarding and lodging houses, but not including hotels and motels. Dwelling Unit. Dwelling unit has the same meaning as apartment unit (within this Code). Exit. A continuous and unobstructed means of egress to a public way and shall include intervening doors, doorways, corridors, ramps, stairways, smoke-proof enclosures, horizontal exits, exit passageways, exit courts and yards. Family. An individual, or two or more persons each related by blood, marriage, adoption, or foster children, living together as a single housekeeping unit; or a group of not more than four persons not so related, maintaining a common household and using common cooking and kitchen facilities. Functioning. In such physical condition as to safely perform the service or services for which an.item is designed or intended. Garbage. Garbage is defined in S5.605(2)(a). Habitable. A dwelling unit or part thereof that meets minimum standards for use as a home or place of abode by one or more persons. Hot Water. 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'UOT~TP~ g86T 'apoo 6uTsnOH ~o~Tu~ at~ q~Ta :eq~e6o~ epoo STtl~ ~o VG UOT~Oe~ 'epoD-~UTSnoH (x) (~) (n) (~) (~) (b) (d) SA. (2) acceptable state of operation, serviceability or appearance. Repairs shall be expected to last as long as with the replacement by new items. (z) Rodent Harborage. A place where rodents commonly live, nest, or establish their habitat. (aa) Replace or Replacement. To remove an existing or portion of a system and to construct or install a new item or a quality similar to that of the existing item when it was new. Replacement ordinarily takes place when repair of the item is impractical. (bb) Rooming Houses. Any group of rooms which form single habitable units used or intended to be used for living and sleeping, but not for cooking or eating purposes. (cc) Rubbish. Rubbish is defined in ~5.605(2)(b) of this City Code. (dd) Safe. The condition of being free from danger and hazards which may cause accidents or disease. (ee) Story, First. The lowest story in a building which qualifies as a story, as defined herein, except that a floor level in a building having only one floor level shall be classified as a first story, provided such floor level is not more than four feet below grade, as defined herein, for more than fifty percent of the total perimeter, or more than eight feet below grade, as defined herein, at any point. (fi) Unsafe. As applied to a structure, a condition or a combination of conditions which are dangerous or hazardous to persons or property. (gg) (hh) Unsanitary. Conditions which are dangerous or hazardous to the health of persons. Water Closet. A toilet, with a bowl and trap made in one piece, which is connected to the City water and sewage system or other approved water supply and sewer system. Whenever the words "dwelling," "dwelling unit," "premises," or "structure" are used in this Chapter, they shall be construed as though they were followed by the words"or any part thereof." 5 Article II Minimum Standards Section 1: Basic Equipment and Facilities 5A. 201(1) No person shall occupy as an owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit for the purposes of living, sleeping, cooking or eating therein which does not comply with the following requirements, to-wit: (a) Kitchen Sink. Each unit must contain a kitchen sink in good working condition and properly connected to an approved water supply system and which provides at all times an adequate amount of heated and unheated running water under pressure and which is properly connected to the city sewage system. (b) Kitchen Storage. Each unit must contain a counter or table for food preparation and must contain cabinets and/or shelves for storage of eating, drinking and cooking equipment and utensils and of food that does not require refrigeration for safekeeping. All cabinets, shelves, counter tops, and tables shall be of sound construction covered with surfaces that are easily cleanable and that will not impart any toxic or deleterious effect to food. (c) Food Storage and Preparation. Each unit must contain an operational and functioning stove for cooking food and a refrigerator for the safe storage of food which are properly installed with all necessary connections for safe, sanitary and efficient operation. Such stove or refrigerator need not be installed when a dwelling unit is not occupied and when the occupant is required to provide a stove or refrigerator on occupancy. If the occupant is required to furnish a stove or refrigerator, sufficient space and adequate functioning connections for the installation and operation of the stove and refrigerator must exist. (d) Toilet Facilities. Every dwelling unit shall contain a nonhabitable room which is equipped with a flush water closet in compliance with S6.201(1). Such room shall have an entrance door which affords privacy. Said flush water closet shall be equipped with easily cleanable surfaces, shall be connected to an approved water system that at all times provides an adequate amount of 6 (e) (f) (g) running water under pressure to cause ~he water closet to be properly functioning, and shall be connected to the City sewer system. Lavatory Sink. Every dwelling unit shall contain a lavatory sink. Said lavatory sink may be in the same room as the flush water closet, or, if located in another room, the lavatory sink shall be located in close proximity to the door leading directly into the room in which said water closet is located. The lavatory sink shall be in good working and functioning condition, shall be properly connected to an approved water system, shall provide at all times an adequate amount of heated and unheated running water under pressure, and shall be connected to the City sewer system. Bathtub or Shower. Every dwelling unit shall contain a nonhabitable room which is equipped with a bathtub or shower in good working condition. Such room 'shall have an entrance door which affords privacy. A bathtub or shower shall be properly connected to an approved water supply system, shall provide at all times an adequate amount of heated and unheated water under pressure, and shall be connected to the City sewer system. Stairways, Porches and Balconies. Every stairway or flight of stairs, whether inside or outside of a dwelling, and every porch or balcony shall be kept in safe condition, sound repair, and free of deterioration. Every stairwell and every flight of stairs which is four risers or more high shall have handrails which conform to the standards set forth in S6.201(1). Every porch, balcony or deck which is more than thirty (30) inches high shall have a guardrail located at least thirty-six (36) inches above the floor of the porch or balcony. Every handrail and guardrail shall be firmly fastened and maintained in good condition. No flight of stairs shall have settled out of its intended position or have pulled away from the supporting or adjacent structures enough to cause a hazard. No flight of stairs may have rotting, loose or deteriorating supports. The treads and risers of every flight of stairs, except spiral or winding stairways, shall be essentially uniform in width and height. Stairways shall be capable of supporting a live load or one hundred (100) pounds per square foot of horizontal projection. 7 Section 5A. 202 (1) (h) Access to Dwelling Unit. Access to or egress from each dwelling unit shall be provided without passing through any other dwelling unit. ¢i) The maintenance of all dwellings, accessory structures, and premises covered by this Chapter shall be sub4ect to the current Minnesota State ~uildina Code. Chapters 1300. 1301. 1302. 1305. 1315. 1330. 1340. 1346. 1350. 1355. 1360. 13.65. and 1370 as currently ~mended toaether with UBC APPendices Chapter 12. Division 2 and Chapter 55 thereof, and all ~endments thereto, and 6~DDlements thereof to reaulate buildina and construction standards for work performed and materials used within the City. Every provision cgntained in said Code is incorporated herein by The maintenance of all dwellinas, accessory structures and premises covered by this Chapter ~ha11 be sub4ect to the current Uniform Fire Code ~ Dromulaated by the International Conference of ~uildina Officials and the Western Fire Chief's Association and any a~endments or supplements $bereto. includina the Minnesota Amendments as adopted bv Chapter 7510.3100 to 7510.3280 toaether with any &mendments or supplements thereto. Every provision contained in said Code is incorporated herein by reference. fk) All repairs, replacements or maintenance to the ~tructure or dwellina unit shall conform to the surroundina buildina materials and aeneral appearance of the existina area. (1) All owners of rental dwellinas shall provide a 24-hour telephone access number to be used in ~eraencv situations, includina emeraencv ~ntenance and repair. Door and Window Locks No person shall occupy as an owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwellingunit for the purpose of living, sleeping, cooking or eating unless all exterior doors of the dwelling or dwelling unit are equipped with safe and functioning door and window locks which comply with the following requirements, to-wit: (a) When access to a dwelling unit door is gained through a common corridor or entrance in a 8 dwelling in which four (4) or more dwellingunits share a common entrance or corridor, an approved security system shall be maintained for each multiple family building to control access.. The security system shall consist of locked building entrance or foyer doors, and locked doors leading from the hallways into individual dwelling units. Dead-latch type door locks shall beprovided with releasable lever knobs (or doorknobs) on the inside of building entrance doors and with key cylinders on the outside of the building entrance doors. Building entrance door-latches shall be of the type that are permanently locked. An approved lockbox with buildina entry kev. boiler room key. laundry and common area keys. all marked individually accessible to the Fire Department must be provided for access to the building. They enumerated keys must be present in the lock box ~t all times. Section 3: SA. 203 (1) (i) A communication system or device such as ~D intercom, telephone, audible bel~..or bu~ser or other approved means or makina contact with the tenants must be provided. (b) Every door that provides ingress or egress for a dwelling unit within a multiple family unit shall be equipped with an approved lock that has a dead locking bolt that cannot be retracted by end pressure; provided, however, that such doors shall be openable from the inside without the use of a key or any special knowled~· or effort. All inaress, earess and int~r$gr ~00r,s shall be kept free of holes and/or punctures. Light, Ventilation and Electric No person shall occupy as an owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit for the purpose of living, sleeping, cooking or eating therein which does not comply with the following requirements, to-wit: (a) Habitable Room Ventilation. Every habitable room shall have at least one window facing directly outdoors which can be easily opened unless the room contains, in lieu thereof, another device affording ventilation which has been approved by the Building Official. The minimum total of openable window area in every habitable room 9 (b) (c) (d) floor area of the room or four (4) square feet. Sleeping Room Earess. SleeDina rooms in buildinas existina prior to this code must have window or door oDeninas for earess of no less than four ¢4) sauare feet or the minimum size reauired by the Buildina Code in effect when the dwellina was constructed. Space that is added on or converted to sleeDina rooms must meet the applicable codes at the tame of conversion for habitable rooms and provide a means of earess with oDenable area of no less than 5.7 sauare Nonhabitable Room Ventilation. Every bathroom, water closet compartment, laundry room, utility room, or other nonhabitable room shall contain a minimum total of openable window area ~ than 1.5 square feet, except that no windows shall be required if such rooms are equipped with a functioning ventilation system which is approved by the Building Official. Electrical Service, Outlets and Fixtures. Every dwelling unit and all public and common areas shall be supplied with functioning electrical service, functioning overcurrent protection devices, functioning electrical outlets, and functioning electrical fixtures which are properly installed, which shall be maintained in a safe working condition and which shall be connected to a source of electric power in a manner prescribed by S6.201(1). The minimum capacity of such electric service and the minimum number of electric outlets and fixtures shall be as follows: (i) A dwelling containing two or more units shall have at least the equivalent of sixty (60) ampere, three-wire electric service per dwellingunit. (ii) Each dwelling unit shall have at least one branch electric circuit for each six hundred (600) feet of dwelling unit floor area. (iii) Every habitable room shall have at least the lessor of two floor or wall type electric convenience outlets or one such outlet for each sixty (60) square feet of fraction thereof of total floor area; provided, however, the one ceiling or wall-type light 10 Section 4: 5A. 204 (1) however, the one ceiling or wall-type light fixture may be substituted for one required electric outlet. (iv) Every water closet compartment, bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, and furnace room shall contain at least one supplied ceiling or wall-type electric light fixture, and every bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room shall contain at least one electric convenience outlet. (v) Every public hall and stairway in every rental dwelling shall be effectively illuminated by natural or electric light at all times. In structures containing not more than two dwelling units, conveniently located functioning light switches controlling an adequate functioning lighting system which may be turned on when needed may be substituted for full-time lighting. Minimum Thermal Standards No person shall occupy as an owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit, for the purpose of living, sleeping, cooking or eating therein unless such dwelling or dwelling unit shall have heating facilities which are properly installed and maintained in safe and functioning condition, which are capable of safely heating all habitable rooms, bathrooms and water closet compartments in every dwei'ing unit located therein to a temperative of at least seventy (70) degrees Fahrenheit at a distance of three (3) feet above floor level and at three (3) feet from exterior walls, and which shall comply with the following requirements, to-wit: (a) Gas or electrical appliance designed primarily for cooking or water heating purposes shall not be considered as heating facilities within the m~aning of this section. (b) Portable heating equipment employing flame or the use of liquid fuel shall not be considered as heating facilities within the meaning of this section and is proh~bited. (c) No owner or occupant shall install, operate or use a space heater employing a flame that is not vented outside the structure in an approved manner. 11 Section 5: SA.2OS( ) (c) No owner shall supply portable electric heaters to compl~ with this S5.204(1). Foundation, Exterior Walls, and Roofs No person shall occupy as an owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit for the purpose of living, sleeping, eating or cooking therein which does not comply with the following requirements, to-wit: (a) The foundation, exterior walls and exterior roof shall be water tight and protected against vermin and rodents and shall be kept in sound condition and repair. The foundation element shall adequately support the building at all points. Every exterior wall shall be free of structural deterioration or any other condition which might admit rain or dampness to the interior portion of the walls or to the interior spaces of the dwelling. The roof shall be tight and have no defects which admit rain or roof drainage and shall be adequate to prevent rain water from causing dampness in the walls. Ail exterior surfaces, other than decay resistant materials, shall be covered by paint or other protective covering or treatment which protects the exterior surfaces from elements and decay in a functioning manner. If 25% or more of the total exterior surface of the pointing of any brick, block or stone wall is loose or has fallen out, the surface shall be protected as heretofore provided. (b) Windows, Doors and Screens. Every window, exterior door and hatchway shall be tight and shall be kept in repair. Every window other than fixed window shall be capable of being easily opened and shall b e equipped with screens between May i and September 30, inclusive, of each year. Every window, door and frame shall be constructed and maintained in such relation to the adjacent wall construction as to completely exclude rain, vermin, rodents, and insects from entering the building. (c) Floors, Interior Walls and Ceilings. Every floor, interior wall and ceiling shall be protected against the passage and harborage of vermin and rodents and shall be kept in sound condition and good repair. Every floor shall be free of loose, warped, protruding or rotted 12 (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) flooring' materials. Every interior wall and ceiling shall be maintained in a tight weatherproof condition and may not be covered wholly or partially by toxic paint or materials with a lasting toxic effect. Every toilet room and bathroom floor surface shall be capable of being easily maintained in a clean state. Rodent Proof. Each part of every dwelling shall be rodent resistant. All openings in exterior walls, foundations, basements, ground or first floors or roofs which have an opening of ~" diameter or larger shall be rodent-proofed in an approved manner. Interior floors, basements, cellars and other areas in contact with the soil shall be enclosed with concrete or other rodent impervious material. Fence Maintenance. All fences on the premises where the dwelling or. dwelling unit is located shall be maintained in accordance with S6.401 to S6.403, inclusive, of this City Code. Accessory Structure Maintenance. Accessory structures on the premises where the dwelling or dwelling unit is located shall be structurally sound and maintained in good repair. The exterior of such structures shall be covered with decay-resistant materials such as paint or other preservatives. Safe Building Elements. Every foundation, roof, floor, exterior wall, interior wall, cei?ing, inside stair, outside stair, porch, balcony and every appurtenance to each of the foregoing shall be safe to use and capable of supporting normal structural loads. Facilities to Function. All equipment, utilities, chimney and flue required under City Code shall function effectively in a safe, sound and working condition. Section 5A.206(1) Maximum Density and Minimum Space for Rental Units No person shali rent or let to another for occupancy any rental dwelling for the purpose of living, sleeping, eating or cooking therein which does not comply with the following requirements, to-wit: (a) Permissible Occupancy of Dwelling Unit. The 13 5A.206 (2) Section 7: 5A. 207 (1) maximum, permissible occupancy of any rental dwelling unit shall be determined as follows: (i) For the first occupant, 150 square feet of habitable room floor space and for every additional occupant thereof, at least 100 square feet of habitable room floor space. (ii) In no event shall the total number of occupants exceed two times the number of habitable rooms, less kitchen, in the dwellingunit. No person shall occupy as an owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy any dwelling unit for occupancy by more than one family, other than for temporary guests. Screening and Landscaping No person shall occupy as an owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit for the purpose of living, sleeping, eating or cooking therein which does not comply with the requirements of this SSA.207. (a) Definitions. the following stated: For the purposes of this Section, terms shall have the meanings (i) Fence. Any partition, structure, wall, or gate erected as a divided marker, barrier, or enclosure, and located along the boundary or within the required yard. (ii) (iii) Landscape. Site amenities, including trees, shrubs, ground covers, flowers, fencing, berms, retaining walls, and other outdoor finishings. Mechanical Equipment. Heating, ventilation, exhaust, air conditioning, and communication units integral to and located on topbeside, or adjacent to a building. (iv) Retaining Wall. A wall or structure constructed of stone, concrete, wood, or other materials, used to retain soil, as a slope transition, or edge of a plating area. (v) Screening. A barrier which blocks all views from public roads and differing land uses to 14 (b) off-street parking areas, loading areas, service and utility areas, and mechanical equipment. Every yard of any premises on which a dwelling or dwelling unit is located shall have installed and maintained landscaping in accordance with the provisions of this section. (i) Sodding and Ground Cover. All exposed ground area surrounding the principle building and accessory buildings, which are not devoted to driveways, parking areas, sidewalks, or patios, shall be sodded or landscaped with shrubs, trees, gardens, or other ornamental landscape materials. No landscaped area shall be used for the parking of vehicles or storage or display of materials, supplies or merchandise. (ii) Slopes and Berms. Final grades with a slope ratio of greater than three (3) to one (1) will not be permitted without special approved treatment such as special seed mixtures or reforestation, terracing, or retaining walls. Berming used to provide required screening of parking lots and other open areas shall not have slopes in excess of three (3) to one (1). (iii) Maintenance. Any dead trees, shrubs, ground covers, and sodding shall be replaced in accordance with this Code. All trees or other Yeaetation which sDrina UP in crevices bY foundations ~st be promptly removed %o avoid structural damaae. (iv) Placement of Plant Materials. No landscaping shall be allowed within any drainage utility easements, road right-of- way, or immediately adjacent to any driveway or road intersection if such landscaping would interfere with a motorist's view of the street or roadway or with the use of the easement for its intended purpose. fy) Weeds. The maintenance and uDkeeD Of ali lawns and yards shall be subtect .to ChaDt~r 4. Article II. Section 3 of the Columb~ Heiahts City Code. which is incorporated herein by referenco, 15 (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) General.Screening. All loading, service utility, mechanical equipment, and outdoor storage areas, includina dummsters and refuse ¢ontai~erS for dwellings of three (3) or more units shall be screened from all public roads and adjacent differing land uses.. All parking lots for dwellings of three (3) or more units if the property on which the lot is located abuts a differing land use and is not separated from the differing land use bya public street, roadway or alley shall e screened from adjacent differing land uses. Screening shall consist of any combination of the earth mounds, walls, fences, shrubs, compact evergreen trees, or dense deciduous hedge six (6) feet in height. Hedge materials must be at least three (3) feet in height, and trees must be at least six (6) feet in height at planting. The height and depth of the screening shall beconsistent with the height and size of the area for which screening is required. When natural materials, such as trees or hedges, are used to meet the screening requirements of this sub-section, density and species of planting shall be such to achieve seventy-five (75) percent capacity year-round. Other Parking Lot Screening. All parking lots for dwellings of three (3) or more units which are not required to be screened pursuant to SSA.207(1)(c) must either provide screening pursuant to SSA.207(1)(c) or provide a minimum of one deciduous tree for every forty-five (45) feet or portion thereof of parking lot perimeter planted adjacent to the nearest roadway abutting the property on which the parking lot is located. Fences. All fences and screenina devices sha~l be bvilt and reaulated in accordance with Chanter 6, Article IV of the Columbia Heiahts City Code, which is incorporated herein bv refereDGe, Outside storaae of articles, eauipment. Go~struction materials, items not designed for exterior use and miscellaneous items including but not limited to lawn mowers and other lawn maintenance eauinment shall not be allgwed, A we~thertiaht, rodent-proof storaae buildina Or shed must be constructed for storaae of items not storeable within the buildina. Variances under S5A.207 shall be enforced and administered in accordance with ~5A.208(2). 16 Section 8: 5A.208 (1) SA. 2os (2) Exterior Parking, Pedestrian Walkways and Lighting No person shall occupy as an owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy and dwelling or dwelling unit for the purposes of living, sleeping, cooking or eating therein which is located on premises which does not comply with the following requirements, to-wit= (a) One accessible parking space must be provided for each dwelling unit. (b) The required parking space must have a minimum width of 9' feet and a minimum length of 20 feet. (c) All required parking spaces must besurfaced with asphalt or concrete. Curb guards and/or guardrails must be provided for parking spaces situated above retaining walls. (e) An unobstructed path must be provided between parking areas and the dwelling unit. (f) Lighting must be provided for parking areas and walkways between the parking area and the dwelling unit in dwellings consisting of three (3) or more units. Lighting must be available for parking areas and walkways between the parking area and the dwelling unit for dwellings of two (2) or less units. (g) In dwellings of three (3) or more units, parking areas and pedestrian walkways must have a minimum light of i foot candle, and the maximum light at the boundary line of the premises may not exceed 3 foot candles. (h) Driveways leadina to Darkina areas and/or access wa¥~ to buildinas must be maintained and kept in q0od reDair. AI~ driveways shall be hard ~~ed with asphalt or concrete. ¢9~er¢ial Vehicles and Junk Cars. Commercial Vehicles and Junk cars shall be reaulated in accordance with Chapter 7. Article II. Section 5 of th~ Columbia Heiahts City Code. which i~ incorporated herein bv reference. Variances under SSA.207 and S5A.208 shall be enforced and administered in accordance with ~9.105. The criteria contained in ~9.105(3)(d) shall be applied in 17 deciding whether or not an applicant is entitled to a variance. Section 9: Fire Safety SA. 209 No person shall occupy as an owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy and dwelling or dwellingunit for the purposes of living, sleeping, cooking or eating therein which does not comply with the following requirements, to-wit: (a) Every existing dwelling unit shall be provided with smoke detectors conforming to U.B.C. Standard No. 43-6. Detectors shall b e mounted on the ceiling or wall at a point centrally located in the corridor or area giving access to rooms used for sleeping purposes. Where sleeping rooms are on an upper level, the detectors shall be placed at the center of the ceiling directly above the stairway. All detectors shall be located in accordance with approved manufacturer's instructions. When actuated, the detector shall provide an alarm in the dwelling unit or guest room. (b) In new construction of any dwelling unit and in common hallways and other common areas of existing units, required smoke detectors shall receive their primary power from the building wiring when such wiring is served from a commercial source. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than those required for overcurrent protection. No person, firm. or corporation shall tamper with ~D¥ smo~ detection device. Any person, firm. or corDoration proven to have tamDered with any smoke dete¢%~on device shall by auiltv of a Petty ~sdemeanor. and uDon conviction thereof, shall be. sub4ect to a fine of not more than two hundred ($200.00) dollars. Section 10: D~scontinuance of Service or Facilities No owner, operator or occupant shall cause any service. facility eauiDment or utility which is reauired under this Ordinance to be removed from or shut off from or discontinued for any occupied dwellina or dwellina unit exceDt ~gr temporary interruptions as may be necessary while ~ctual repairs or alterations are made or durina temporary emeroencies. 18 sec$ion 11: Public Health and Safety SA. 211 (1) ~0deDt Harboraaes Prohibited in Occuhied Areas. No 0ccuhant of a dwellina or dwellina unit shall ~c~m~e boxes, lumber, scrah metal, or any other similar materials in such a manner that may hrovide a rodent harboraae in or about any dwellina Or dwellina SA. 211 (2) Rodent Harboraaes Prohibited in PublicAreas. No owner of a dwellina containina two or more dwellina units shall accumulate or hermit the accumulation of-boxes. lumber, scrah metal or any other similar materials in such a ma~er ~h~t. mav hr0vide a rodent haboraae in or ~b0ut sh~red or public areas of a dwellina or its 5A. 211 (3) Prevention of Food for Rodents. No owner or occupant of a dwellina or dwellina unit shall store, place, or 9~9w to accumulate any ~aterials that may serve as food for rodents in a sire'accessible to rodents. ~A. 211 (4) ~nitary ~a~nte~a~e of Fixtures and Facilities. Every 9G~DDant of a dwellina unit shall keep all SuhDlied fixtures and facilities therein in a clean and sanitary condition and shall be responsible for the exercise of reasonable care in the .hroher use and operation thereof. 5A. 211 (5) Responsibility for Pest Extermination. Every occuhant of a dwellina containina a sinale dwellina unit shall be reshonsible for ~he extermination of Vermin infestations and/or rodents _Dh the premises. Every occuhant of a dwellina unit in a dwellina containina more than one dwellina unit shall be reshonsible for such extermination whenever his/her dwellina unit iS the only one infested. Notwithstandina. however, whenever infestation is caused by the raj%ute of owner to maintain a dwellina in a reasonable rgdeDt- proof or reasonable vermin-proof condi~i0~, extermination shall be the reshonsibilitv of the owner. Wb. enever infestation exists in two or more 9~ ~he dwellina units in any dwellina, or in the shared or public harts of any ~wellina containina two 9r ~ore ~wgllina units, extermination thereof sh~ll be the F~Donsibilitv of the owner. Proof of Drofess~0~l extermination shall be Suhhlied tO the officer uhon reauest. Garbaae. Rubbish and Recyclable Materials. Garbaqe, rubbish, and recvclable materials shall be re_aulated-l~ accordance with Chahter 8. Article III of the Columbia 19 ~e~qhts city Code. which is incorporated herein by ARTICLE III Inspection and Enforcement Section 1: Enforcement and Inspection Authority SA. 301 (1) Section 2: 5A. 302 Section 3: 5A.303 (1) The City Manager and his/her designated agents shall be the Enforcement Official who shall administer and enforce the provisions of the Ordinance. Inspections shall be conducted during reasonable hours, and, upon request, the .Enforcement Official shall present evidence of his/her official capacity to the owner, occupant or person in charge of a dwellingunit sought to be inspected. Inspection Access If an owner, occupant or other person in charge of a dwelling, dwelling unit or of a multiple dwelling fails or refuses to permit free access and entry to the structure or premises, or any part thereof, for an inspection authorized by this Ordinance, the Enforcement Official may, upon a showing that probable cause exists for the inspection or for the issuance of an order directing compliance with the inspection requirements of this section with respect to such dwelling, dwelling unit or multiple dwelling, petition and obtain an order to inspect and/or search warrant from court of competent jurisdiction. Compliance Order Whenever the~f~L~9~L~Official determines that any dwelling, dwelling unit or the premises surrounding any of these fails to meet the provisions of this Ordinance, he/she may issue a Compliance Order setting forth the violations of the Ordinance and ordering the owner, occupant, operator or agent to correct such violati0ns. The Compliance Order shall: (a) Be in writing; (b) Describe the location and nature of the violations of this Code; (c) Establish a reasonable time not greater than 6 months for the correction of such violation and advise the person to whom the notice is directed of the right to appeal; and 2O (d) Be served upon the owner of his/her agent or the occupant, as the case may require. Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served upon such owner or agent, or upon such occupant, if a copy thereof is: (i) Served upon him/her personally, Section 4: SA. 304 (1) Section 5: 5A.305(1) Section 6: 5A. 306 (1) (ii) Sent by certified mail return receipt requested to his/her last known address, or (iii) Upon.failure to effect notice through (i) and (ii) as set out in this section, posted at a conspicuous place in or about the dwelling which is affected by the notice. Posting to Prevent Occupancy The Enforcement Official may post any building or structure covered by this Ordinance as being in direct violation of the Ordnance preventing further occupancy. Posting will occur if any owner, agent, licensee or other responsible person has been notified by inspection report of the items which must be corrected within a certain stated period of time and that the corrections have not been made. Current occupants shall have not more than 60 days to vacate a posted property. Current occupants shall vacate posted property immediately if such occupancy will cause imminent danger to the health or safety of the occupants. No person, other than the Enforcement Official or his representative, shall remove or tamper with any placard used for posting. No person shall reside in , occupy or cause to be occupied any building, structure or dwelling which has been posted to prevent occupancy. Right of Appeal When a .person to whom a Compliance Order is directed alleges that such Compliance Order is based upon erroneous interpretation of the Ordnance or upon a misstatement or mistake of fact, such person may appeal as set forth in S6.202(1). Board of Appeals Upon at least five (5) business days notice to the appellant of the time and place for hearing the appeal and within 30 days after said appeal is filed, the Board of Appeals shall hold a hearing thereon. Ail 21 Article IV Section 1: 5A.401(1) Section 2: SA. 402 (1) hearing notices shall be given in the same manner prescribed for giving notice of ComplianceOrders under 85A.303(1). All appeals shall be conducted in accordance with Sec. 203, Uniform Housing Code, 1985 edition, International Conference of Building Officials. Licensing License Required No person, firm or corporation shall operate a rental dwelling in the City without having first obtained a license as hereinafter provided from the Building Official. Each such license shall register annually with the City. If the license is denied, no occupancy of dwelling units then vacant or which become vacant is permitted until a license has been issued. Apartment units within an unlicensed apartment building for which a license application has been made and which units are in compliance with this Chapter 5A and with 86.202(1) may be occupied provided that the unlicensed units within the apartment building do not create a hazard to the health and safety of persons in occupied units. License Procedures Within 180 days after the passage of Chapter 5A, the owner of any rental unit within the City shall apply to the Building Official for a rental housing license in the manner hereafter prescribed. (a) Application shall be made on forms provided by the City and accompanied by the initial fee in an amount set by resolution of the City Council. The owner of an apartment building or rental home constructed after the date of passage of this Ordinance shall obtain a license prior to actual occupancy of any rental unit therein. (b) Applicants shall provide the information on license applications: following (i) Name and address of owner of the rental dwelling and the name and address of the operator or agent actively managing said rental dwelling. (iv) The name and address of the vendee if the rental dwelling is being sold on a contract for deed. 22 (iv) The legal description and address of the rental dwelling. The number and kind of units within the rental dwelling, the floor area for each such unit and the total floor area of the building. Section 3: sa. 403 (1) Section 4: SA. 404 (1) (v) The number of toilet and bath facilities shared by the occupants of two or more dwelling units. (vi) A description of the type of construction of the exterior of the building. (vii) The number of paved off-street parking spaces available. (viii) Name and address of person to whom owner/applicant wishes a certified letter to be sent for purposes of $SA.303(1)(d). (ix) Such other information as the administrative service shall require. Failure to complete, in full. the re_suited license application shall be arounds ~Or denial of the license~ Application and Inspection Upon receipt of a properly executed application for a rental housing license, the City Manager &hall cause an inspection to be made of the premises to insure that the structure is in compliance with the requirements of the Code. Issuance of Rental Housing License If the rental dwelling is in compliance with the require~ents of the Code, a license shall be issued to the present owner, occupant or agent which shall state that the structure has been inspected and is in compliance with the requirements of the Code. The present owner or any agent designated by the present owner or occupant shall obtain a license. If the City findsthatthe circumstances of occupancy followingthe issuance of the license involve possible Code violations, substandard maintenance or abnormal wear and tear, the City may again inspect the premises during the licensing period. 23 5A. 404 fg.) Section 5: sa. 405 (1) Section 6: 5A.406(1) Section 7: 5A. 407 (1) Section 8: 5A.408(1) The City mav bv Council resolution establish a reinsmection fee.- If a dwellina unit is not currently ~censed. no license may be issued until all outstandinq reinsDection fees shall have been paid. If a dwellina unit is licensed, the license for such dwellina Unit shall expire twenty (20) days after the licensee or his aaent is notified of the outstandina reinsDection fees. unless payment is made before the exDira~ion of the twenty ¢20~ day period. License Display A license issued under this Chapter shall be conspicuously displayed on the rental premises wherever feasible. The licensee shall promptly produce the license upon demand of a prospective tenant or the Building Official or his/her authorized representative. License Transfer The license is transferable upon application to the Building Official and payment of the license transfer fee by the prospective owner if the licensed premises is in compliance with the Code. The license shall terminate if renewal or application for transfer is not made within 30 days after transfer of ownership of the dwelling unit. The amount of the transfer fee shall be set by resolution of the Council. License Renewal Renewal of the license as required annually by this Code may be made by filling out the required renewal form furnished by the Building Official to the owner, operator or agent of a rental dwelling and by mailing the form together with the required registration fee to the building official. Such renewal or registration may be made only when no change in the ownership, operation, agency or type of occupancy as originally licensed has been made and where there has been an inspection within the last two years. Suspension or Revocation A license issued or renewed under this section may be revoked or suspended upon a finding of noncompliance with the provisions of t his Chapter. Reinstatement of a suspended license shall be accompanied by an amount equal to 50% of the license fee. Issuance of a new license after suspension or revocation shall b e made in the manner provided for obtaining an initial license. 24 5A. 408 (2) The Council -~a¥, for cause, revoke or susDend a license, or take other action restri¢~Dq ~he privileqes of ~ ~e~se subgect to the following reauirements: The City. through its enforcement officer, shall provide the licensee with a written statement of reasons or causes for the DrODosed Council action together with a notice fo~ public hearing. The council shall conduct a Dublic hearing on the DrODOSe~ ~G~on and provide findings of fact and citations to any ordinances or regulations that have been violated, together with a statement of action taken and the conditions of any resulting revocation suspension, or other action restricting the privileges of the licensee. The enforcement officer shall ~OrW~rd the findings and statement of ac%~oD .%aken to ~he person in whose name said license was issBe~ by mailing the same to the mailing address indicated on the license aDDlicatio~, 5A. 408 (3) A violation of any provision of this chaDter or Of state law. prescribing standards of conduct or regulations governing a licensee: the particular t_vDe of business or commercial activity or trade or occupation that is licensed; or the premises where the licensed activity is conducted; shall be a Drima..~a¢$e showing of cause for revocation, suspension, or, other action restricting the privileges of a licensee as the Council m~¥ determine. 5A.408(4) Nondisclosure. misrepresentation or misstatement of a material fact in any application for a license under this chaDter shall be a prima facie showing of cause for revocation, suspension, or other such. ~ctio~ restricting the privileges of a licensee as the ¢o~cil may determine. Section 9: License Fees 5A.409 (1) License fees, inspection fees, and reinspection fees shall be established by Council resolution. Section 10: Conduct on Licehsed Premises 5A.410 (1) It shall be the responsibility of the licensee to take appropriate action following conduct by persons occupying the premises which is determined to be disorderly, in violation of any of the following 25 5A.41o(2) 5A.410 (3) 5A.410(4) statutes or ordinances: (a) Ntnn. Stat. SS 609.75 through 609.76, which prohibit gambling; (b) Minn. Stat. SS 609.321 through 609.324 which prohibit prostitution and acts relating thereto; (c) Minn. Stat. SS 152.01 through 152.025, and S152.027, subds. I and 2, which prohibit the unlawful sale or possession of controlled substances; (d) Minn. Stat. S 340A.401, which prohibits unlawful sale of alcoholic beverages; the (e) Minn. Stat. S 609.33, which prohibits owning, leasing, operating, managing, maintaining, or conducting a disorderly house or inviting or attempting to invite others to visit or remain in a disorderly house; (f) Section 10.312 of this code, which prohibits noisy assemblies; (g) Minn. Stat. SS 97B.021, 97B.045, 609.66 through 609.67 and 624.712 through 624.716, and section 10.307 of this code, which prohibit the unlawful possession, transportation, sale or use of a weapon; or (h) Minn. Stat. S 609.72, which prohibits disorderly conduct. The Police Chief (Department) shall be responsible for enforcement and administration of this section. Upon determination by the Police Chief (Department) that a licensed premises was used in a disorderly manner, as described in section (1), the Police Chief (Department) shall notify the licensee by mail of the violation and direct the licensee to take steps to prevent further violations. If another instance of disorderly use of the licensed premises occurs within twelve (12) months of an incident for which a notice in subsection (3) was given, the Police Chief (Department) shall notify the licensee by mail of the violation and shall also require the licensee to submit a written report of the actions taken, and proposed to be taken, by the licensee to prevent further disorderly use of the premises. This written report shall be submitted to the Police Chief (Department) within five (5) days of 26 5A.410(5) 5.410(6) 5A.410 (7) receipt of the notice of disorderly use oft he premises and shall detail all actions taken by the licensee in response to all notices of disorderly use of the premises within the preceding twelve (12) months. If the licensee fails to comply with the requirements of this subsection, the rental dwelling license for the premises may be denied, revoked, suspended, or not renewed. An action to deny, revoke, suspend, or not renew a license under this section shall be initiated by the City Council at the request of the Police Chief (Department) in the manner described in section 5A.408(1), and shall proceed according to the procedures established in sections 5.102 and 5.104. If another instance of disorderly use of the licensed premises occurs within twelve (12) months after any two (2) previous instances of disorderly use for which notices were sent to the licensee pursuant to this section, the rental dwelling license for the premises may be denied, revoked, suspended, or not renewed. An action to deny, revoke, suspend, or not renew a license under this section shall be initiated by the City Council at the request of the Police Chief (Department) in the manner described in section 5A.408(1), and shall proceed according to the procedures established and sections 5.102 and 5.104. No adverse license action shall be imposed where the instance of disorderly use of a licensed premises occurred during the pendency of eviction proceedings (unlawful detainer) or within thirty (30) days of notice given by the licensee to a tenant to vacate the premises, where the disorderly use was related to conduct by that tenant or by other occupants or guests of the tenant's unit. Eviction proceedings shall not be a bar to adverse license action, however, unless they are diligently pursued bythe licensee. Further, an action to deny, revoke, suspend, or not renew a license based upon violations of this section may be postponed or discontinued at any time if it appears that the licensee has taken appropriate measures which will prevent further instances of disorderly use. A determination that the licensed premises has been used in a disorderly manner as described in subsection (1) shall be made upon substantial evidence to support such a determination. It shall not be necessary that criminal charges be brought to support a determination of disorderly use, nor shall the fact of dismissal or acquittal of criminal charges operate as a bar to adverse license action under this section. 27 Article V Section 1= Remedies Hazardous Building Declaration SA. 501 (1) Section SA. ~02 ( Section 3: SA. 503 (1) Section 4: SA. 504 (1) In the event that a dwelling has been declared unfit for human habitation and the owner has not remedied the effects within a prescribed reasonable time, the dwelling may be declared a hazardous building and treated in accordance with the provisions of Minnesota Statutes. Secure Unfit and Vacated Dwellings The owner of any dwelling or dwelling unit which has been declared unfit for human habitation or which is otherwise vacant for a period of 60 days or more shall make the same safe end secure so that it is not hazardous to the health, safety and welfare of the public and does not constitute a public nuisance. Any vacant dwelling open at the doors, windows or other wall openings, if unguarded, shall be deemed to be a hazard tothe health, safety and welfare of the public and shall constitute a public nuisance within the meaning of this Code. Failure to Comply Upon failure to comply with a Compliance Order within the time settherein, and no appeal having been taken, or upon failure to comply with a modified Compliance Order within the time set therein, the criminal Penalty established hereunder notwithstanding, the City Council, after due notice to the owner, may by resolution declare the condition to constitute a public nuisance and cause the cited deficiency to b e remedied as set forth in the Compliance Order. The cost of such remedy shall be a lien against the subject real estate and may b e levied and collected as a special assessment in accordance with Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429, for abatement of nuisances and specifically for the removal or elimination of public health or safety hazards from private property. Any assessment levied thereunder shall be payable in a single installment. The intent of this section is to authorize the City to utilize all of the provisions of this Code and of Minnesota law to protect the public's health, safety and general welfare. Remedies Cumulative Any remedies pursued under this S5.501 to 5A.503, 28 - % Article VI 5A. 601 5A.602 5A.603 5A.604 5A.605 5A.606 5A.607 5A.608 5A.609 inclusive, a~e in addition to the remedies or penalties prescribed under ~5A.601 to 5A.611, inclusive. Penalties No person, firm, corporation, or licensee shall own and maintain or operate or rent to any other person for occupancy any rental dwelling, rental dwelling unit, or premises in which a rental dwellingunit is located in violation of Chapter SA, Article II (SSA. 201, et. seq.), maintenance standard. No person, firm or corporation shall operate a rental dwelling or dwelling unit without a license issued pursuant to this Chapter or accept rental payments from a tenant of any unlicensed dwelling or dwelling unit which payment is for occupancy for a period during which the dwelling or dwelling unit is not license pursuant to this Chapter. No person, firm, corporation or licensee shall refuse or fail to allow the Building Official to enter a dwelling or dwelling unit for purposes of inspection when authorized by this Chapter. No person, firm, corporation or licensee shall fail or refuse to obey a Compliance Order validly issued under this Code. No person, firm or corporation shall give or submit false information on a license application or any renewal thereof. No person who is an occupant of a rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit shall cause a rental dwelling, rental dwelling unit or the premises on which a rental dwelling unit is located to beoome in violation of any of the maintenance standards set forth in Chapter SA, Article II (S5A.201, et. seq.), normal wear and tear excepted. No per,on shall occupy an unlicensed dwelling or dwelling unit if such dwelling unit is required to be licensed under this Chapter. No occupant of any rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit shall fail to allow or refuse entry to the Building Official for purposes of inspection when authorized by this Code. No person may occupy a dwelling or property posted pursuant to S5A.304. 29 SA. 610 5A.611 No person, farm or corporation, including an owner, licensee or occupant, shall remove or tamper with a placard used for posting property pursuant to this Chapter. Any person, firm or corporation who violates or refused to comply with any of the provisions of this Chapter is auiltv of a misdemeanor, unless herein specifically noted. UPOn conviction of said misdemeanor they shal! be subject to a fine of not more than seven hundred dollars ($700.00) or to imprisonment not to exceed ninety (90) days, or both, for each offense. Each day that a violation exists shall constitute a separate offense. SECTION 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days after its passage. First Reading: Second Reading: Date of Passage: Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: Donald J. Murzyn, Jr., Mayor Jo-Anne Student, Council Secretary 3O