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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 26, 2000OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 26, 2000 CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Jolly, Councilmember Wykoff, Councilmember Hunter, and Mayor Peterson Absent: Councilmember Szurek 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE o ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA (The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions and deletions to the agenda. These may be items brought to the attention of the Council under the Citizen Forum or items submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.) o CONSENT AGENDA (These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted as part of the Consent Agenda by one motion. Items removed from consent agenda approval will be taken up as next order of business.) Walt Fehst, City Manager, indicated ltem /~4-A-5 will be removed from the consent agenda, as the information requested from the applicant was not received. Motion by Wyckoff, second by Hunter, to approve Consent Agenda items, except item #4- A-5, as follows: 1) Minutes for Approval MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the June 12, 2000, Regular Council Meeting as presented. 2) Approval to host the annual Police & Fire Reserve Appreciation Event MOTION: Move to authorize the expenditure of up to $4,000 from the Civil Defense budget fund 101-42500 line 4374 to host the annual appreciation night for the Fire and Police Reserve Units, and that the Mayor and City Manager are authorized to enter into contracts as needed for this event. 3) Authorization to hire Temporary Crime Analyst from the '99 School Based Partnership Grant MOTION: Move to approve the hiring of a temporary crime analyst for a period of one year, with a starting date to be in July 2000; also, to approve the purchase of necessary software and computer equipment to be used to implement this grant, total amount of personnel and equipment cost not to exceed $92,342.00, with funding to come from the 1999 School Based Partnership Grant # 1999SBWX0026. Fehst indicated this program is 100% funded by the grant received. 4) Authorization to purchase CFA Fleet Maintenance Software Program MOTION: Move to authorize staff to purchase one CFA Fleet Maintenance Program from Computerized Fleet Analysis, Inc. of Addison, Illinois for a cost of $10,650, plus tax, with funds allocated from 701-49950-5170. City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 2 5) REMO I/ED FROM CONSENT.4 GEND.4 : Conditional Use Permit - Case #2000-0612, 4923 Central Avenue MOTION: Move to approve the Conditional Use Permit to allow the operation of the Cairo Grill in the Retail Business Zoning District at 4923 Central Avenue NE, subject to the following conditions. a. All required state and local codes, permits, and inspections including, but not limited to building permits, fire code, and health department regulations will be met and in full compliance; b. The screening requirements of the Zoning Ordinance for fencing and dumpster enclosure shall be in compliance; c. All proposed signage must be submitted on the City prescribed application form and must fully comply with the Zoning Ordinance; d. A revised floor plan of the building showing tenant spaces by size and uses shall be provided to calculate parking requirements prior to the City Council meeting of June 12, 2000; and e. Hours of operation shall be confined to the period from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. 6) Approve agreement for Lawn Maintenance and Snow Removal Services MOTION: Move to award the contract for lawn maintenance and snow removal services to Lawn Service and Snow Removal, Inc; and furthermore, to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into an agreement for the same. Fehst indicated this contract will allow us control on how often the contractor cuts grass or plows snow. 7) Close Hearing for Rental License Revocation of 1020 44th Avenue MOTION: Move to close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License held by Greg Heinen regarding Rental Property at 1020 44th Avenue in that the property is in compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code. 8) Close Hearing for Rental License Revocation of 4201 6th Street MOTION: Move to close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License held by Thomas Zarembski regarding Rental Property at 4201 6th Street until such time that the proper owner of the property can be notified. 9) Establish Hearing Dates Re: License Revocation or Suspension of Rental Properties at 500 40th Avenue and 1407-1409 Circle Terrace MOTION: Move to establish a Hearing Date of July 10, 2000, for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against A. C. Milan at 500 40th Avenue. MOTION: Move to Establish a Hearing Date of July 10, 2000, for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Susan Loewenthal at 1407-1409 Circle Terrace. 10) Approve Re-Issue of Rental Housing License Revocation for 4610-4612 Fillmore St. MOTION: Move to issue a Rental Housing License to Mohsen Dessouki to operate the Rental Property located at 4610-4612 Fillmore Street in that the provisions of the City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 3 Housing Maintenance Code have been complied with. 11) Approve Re-Issue of Rental Housing License Revocation for 1407-1409 Circle Terrace MOTION: Move to issue a Rental Housing License to Susan Loewenthal to operate the Rental Property located at 1407-1409 Circle Terrace in that the provisions of the Housing Maintenance Code have been complied with. 12) Close Hearing for Rental License Revocation of 4616 Tyler Street MOTION: Move to close the Public a Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Syed Raza at 4616 Tyler Street. 13) Close Hearing for Rental License Revocation of 218-220-42nd Avenue MOTION: Move to close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License held by Christopher Decker regarding Rental Property at 218-220 42nd Avenue in that the property is in compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code. 14) Close Hearing for Rental License Revocation of 4147 Washington Street MOTION: Move to close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License held by Larry Wakeman, regarding Rental Property at 4147 Washington Street in that the property is in compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code. Approve Rental Housing License Applications MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the rental housing license agenda for June 26, 2000. 16) Approve License Applications MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for June 26, 2000. 17) Payment of Bills MOTION: Move to pay the bills as listed out of proper funds. Wyckoff ask for clarification on the crime analysis partnership. Fehst stated this is only a one year joint research study with the school district to reduce crime assaults'. Jolly indicated that no specific incident triggered this, but federal monies were available and we applied. This is a pro-active program. All ayes, motion carried. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS A. Proclamations B. Presentations C. Introduction of New Employees D. Recognition Mayor Peterson thanked the Lions Club for the wonderful, Jamboree parade they sponsored on Friday, June 23. He also thanked Wally Logacz who organized the parade. Peterson thanked the outgoing Jamboree Royalty, and congratulated the new Queen Amber Meyers, First Princess Sara Trezona, and Second Princess City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 4 LeAnn Zieski. dolly asked why the Civil Defense Director was pulled from the prefiminary agenda. Fehst indicated it has been rescheduled for the next Council meeting. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS Second Reading of Emergency Ordinance No. 1414, Being an Ordinance for a 60 Day Extension of the Moratorium on the placement, construction, and modification of towers and wireless telecommunication facilities within the City of Columbia Heights Ken Anderson, Community Development Director, stated this ordinance would extend the current moratorium from duly 10 to September 10, 2000. EMERGENCY ORDINANCE 1414 BEING AN ORDINANCE OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL FOR A 60 DAY EXTENSION OF THE MORATORIUM ON THE PLACEMENT, CONSTRUCTION, AND MODIFICATION OF TOWERS AND WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES WITHIN THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS The City of Columbia Heights does Ordain: Section 1: WHEREAS, on February 8, 1996, Congress enacted the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996, P.L. No. 104- 104, to deregulate the telecommunications industry, providing a more competitive environment for wired and wireless telecommunication services in the United States; and, WHEREAS, increased competition in the market for wireless telecommunications services may create an increased demand for antenna sites on towers and other antenna support structures necessary for providing wireless service via existing and new technologies; and WHEREAS; the Telecommunications Act of 1996 preserves the authority of the City to regulate the placement, construction, and modification of towers, antenna support structures, and wireless telecommunications facilities in order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public; and, WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Zoning Ordinance currently allows public utility structures as a Conditional Use Permit in every zoning district within the City except for the 1-2, Industrial District which does not allow public utility structures; and, WHEREAS, the City Council determines it is necessary to complete the Comprehensive Plan update and the rewrite of the Columbia Heights Zoning Ordinance and conduct further research and analysis as to appropriate zoning and performance standards for towers and wireless telecommunications facilities within the City. Section 2: NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT in an effort to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public the Columbia Heights City Council hereby imposes a 60 day extension to the moratorium on the placement, construction, and modification of towers and wireless telecommunications facilities within the City of Columbia Heights, with said moratorium commencing and effective July 10, 2000 through and including September 7, 2000 and recognizing said moratorium will effect only those applications for the placement, construction, and modification of towers and wireless telecommunications facilities submitted to the City after the date of adoption of this ordinance. Section 3: City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 5 This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after July 10, 2000 and extending through and including September 7, 2000. Passed this 26th day of June, 2000 Offered by: Hunter Seconded by: Jolly Roll Call: All ayes Mayor Gary L. Peterson Patricia Muscovitz, Deputy City Clerk MOTION by Hunter, second by Jolly, to waive the reading of Emergency Ordinance No. 1414, there being ample copies available to the public. All ayes. Motion carried. MOTION by Hunter, second by Jolly, to approve Emergency Ordinance 1414, being an Emergency Ordinance of the Columbia Heights City Council approving a 60 day extension of the moratorium on the placement, construction, and modification of towers and wireless telecommunications facilities within the City of Columbia Heights. All ayes. Motion carried. 7. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION Other Ordinances and Resolutions 1. Adopt Resolution 2000-43, a Resolution adopting the City of Columbia Heights Comprehensive Plan Anderson showed maps of/and use areas as they relate to the comprehensive plan. This document sets' guidelines by which the City plans their future development. The process began in May of 1998 with a visit by the Minnesota Design Team. A planning advisory committee was involved since June of 1998. They met with the business community and the general public. In January, 2000 this plan was sent to adjacent jurisdictions for their comments'. The Rice Creek Watershed responded with comments'. The Metropolitan Council's preliminary review was positive, pleased that two optional sections were included, but stated the surface water shed plan was incomplete. The City Engineer incorporated the needed changes and copies were distributed. Targeted redevelopments' are near 40th and University, and 40th and Central. Anderson indicated the Comprehensive Plans needs' to be submitted to the Metropolitan Council by June 30. Hunter asked if other communities have submitted their plans? Anderson stated of the 193 plans, over 50 have not been submitted. The Metropolitan Council has ten days to indicate if the plan is complete and another 50 days' to provide comments'. Bruce Nawrocki, 1255 Polk Place, felt this final Comprehensive Plan was not fully explained to residents, and was not specific on things such as zoning changes and cost information. He disagreed with adding Section 8 Certificates. He felt the reference to a future community center was incorrect as it has been voted down twice. He referred to the storm sewer line, light rail transit, and regulations on buildings and signs. He suggested Council approve submitting the document, but not approve the actual document. City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 6 dames Lee, 4757 Heights' Drive; George Furlong, 4752 Heights' Drive; and Dave Nielsen, 4763 Heights' Drive addressed Council on a street repair problem from 1998. Mayor Peterson asked that this item be addressed under Open Forum. doyce Shellito, 403 Summit Street, asked what the Comprehensive Plan wouM mean to her residence. Anderson replied staff has spoken to Ms. Shellito regarding the acquisition of two homes in her area. He explained the Comprehensive Plan is a guiding document for the entire city, with a land use district map, showing only possible land uses. Anderson listed the dates of each planning meeting held over the last two years and indicated updates were put in the Heights' Happenings. Shellito asked why building demolition on the two properties purchased by the City has not taken place. Anderson stated a use for these sites has not been determined and demolition has not taken place because the City acquires as many properties as possible to bid multiple demolitions. It is anticipated the demolitions will take place in August of 2000, following Council approval. Peterson requested the Building Official get this information to Ms. Shellito when available. Shellito asked about the status of the Merit siding clean up. Fehst indicated they were now in compliance. Fehst indicated the Comprehensive Plan is like a wish list, and agreed there is are no economics in this plan. Peterson stated this is just a plan and every effort has been made to notify the public of the meetings and to get them involved. He stated this is a dream for the City, but we need to think big, and start small. Hunter stated this plan is mandated by the state, without financing. This plan is subject to review and approval by the Metropolitan Council. Karston McCarthy, 4315 3~a Street stated the submitted report shouM state that no changes will be planned as residents' do not want any changes. RESOLUTION 2000-43 BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL ADOPTING THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, SUBJECT TO FINAL REVIEW AND APPROVAL BY THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WHEREAS, State Statutes (Minn. Stat. 473.175-473.871 (1996)) requires that cities review and revise their comprehensive plans for consistency with Metropolitan Council policy plans; and WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council has amended its policy plans; and has provided system statements outlining Council policy relative to the City; and WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights is required to review its comprehensive plan for consistency with the amended policy plans and to prepare a revised comprehensive plan for submission to the Metropolitan Council; and WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights has scheduled and budgeted to complete a major review and update of its comprehensive plan, and has proceeded diligently to complete its comprehensive plan for Metropolitan Council review; and, WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights facilitated an extensive public participation process to assist in the preparation of the Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, on January 14, 2000, the City of Columbia Heights circulated the revised document to the adjacent governmental units and affected school districts for review and comment; and, WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on May 9, 2000, to review the City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 7 Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the Columbia Heights City Council adopt the Comprehensive Plan. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Columbia Heights City Council hereby adopts the Comprehensive Plan, subject to final review and approval by the Metropolitan Council. Passed this 26th day of June, 2000. Offered by: Jolly Seconded by: Wyckoff Roll Call: All ayes Mayor Gary L. Peterson Patricia Muscovitz, Deputy City Clerk MOTION by Jolly, second by Wyckoff, to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2000-43, there being ample copies available to the public. All ayes. Motion carried. MOTION by Jolly, second by Wyckoff, to adopt Resolution 2000-43, being a Resolution of the Columbia Heights City Council adopting the City of Columbia Heights Comprehensive Plan, subject to final review and approval by the Metropolitan Council. All ayes. Motion carried. First reading of Ordinance 1411, being an Ordinance rezoning 825 41st Avenue, NE 4150 Central Avenue NE, and 4156 Central Avenue NE to R-4; and approval of variance for proposed assisted living senior building, and approve the preliminary plan for the planned unit development at 825, 41st Avenue NE, 4150 Central Avenue NE, and 4156 Central Avenue NE Anderson gave the background for this proposed Planned Unit Development (PUD)for a 50 unit assisted riving building and 22 rental townhouses. The rezoning request; are for 825 4]~'t Avenue from R-2 to R-4, and 4150 and 4156 Central Avenue from CBD to R-4. A five foot height variance request would allow the senior building to be 40feet high because of the topography. Keith dans and Chris Winter of Real Estate Equities Inc., and Shirley Barnes of Crest Flew Corporation were present to answer questions. dans showed a map of the area to be redeveloped, and described where the assisted living units, rental townhouses and parking wouM be located. He stated all restrictions from the City have been met with this plan. dans anticipates signing the purchase agreement with NEI this week. He will continue getting the necessary information to Council for further development approval,'. This project has been in progress for about two years. dans indicated the neighbors have been notified and a meeting was held. The meeting was very well attended. Nawrocki asked for the definition of assisted riving unit,'. Barnes compared it to Royce Place, with home health aids on duty 24 hours a day, strictly for senior citizens, dans explained the 22 townhomes are financed through a tax creditprogram, including three Hollman unit,'. This is not Section 8 or low income rent. Anderson described use of CDBG funds toward the project. Nawrocki questioned what the property tax consequences will be. dans discussed property taxes and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds. He stated the assisted living unit; will pay commercial taxes at 2-3%. Anderson stated some of these topics have been discussed before the City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 8 Economic Development Authority (EDA). Peterson stated this zoning portion is only one step in the approval process. Fehst stated this project is a result ora large meeting with residents' and the Minnesota Design Team. This project was put together to benefit the public with tax rates that are within the state guidelines. Barnes stated Oest Fiew is unable to service all seniors from the community because they are full, and that there is a need for more of this type of senior housing. Senior housing allows homes to open up for new and younger residents'. Nawrocki stated the residents' deserve to know the consequences of this project on their taxes, schools, etc. He asked to discuss the TIF, the time period and how much was involved. Fehst stated it is 17years for the rental townhomes and 20 years for the senior units'. Fehst stated TIF is the tool available to allow such a project to proceed which will help to rejuvenate our town and the Central Avenue area. ORDINANCE NO. 1411 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO THE REZONING OF CERTAIN PROPERTY Section 1: That certain property legally described as Lot 1, Block 2, Northwestern Addition. Section 2: To authorize and direct staff to amend the official zoning map to reflect the change in zoning from R-2, One and Two Family Residential District, to R-4, Multiple Family Residential District, upon the effective date of said ordinance. Section 3: That certain property legally described as Lot 2 and the south 11 feet of Lot 1, Block 38, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis. Section 4: To authorize and direct staff to amend the official zoning map to reflect the change in zoning from CBD, Central Business District, to R-4, Multiple Family Residential District, upon the effective date of said ordinance. Section 5: That certain property legally described as Lot 2, except the south 11 feet, Block 38, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis. Section 6: To authorize and direct staff to amend the official zoning map to reflect the change in zoning from CBD, Central Business District, to R-4, Multiple Family Residential District, upon the effective date of said ordinance. Section 7: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after 30 days after its passage. First Reading: Second Reading: Date of Passage: June 26,2000 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: Mayor Gary L. Peterson City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 9 Patricia Muscovitz, Deputy City Clerk MOTION by Wyckoff, second by Jolly, to waive the reading of Ordinance # 1411, there being ample copies available to the public. All ayes. Motion carried. MOTION by Wyckoff, second by Jolly, to establish July 10, 2000 as the second reading of Ordinance #1411, which is an Ordinance rezoning 825 41st Avenue NE, 4150 Central Avenue NE, and 4156 Central Avenue NE to R-4, Multiple Family Residential District, as the proposal is generally consistent with the intent of the City Comprehensive Plan. All ayes. Motion carried. Peterson stated anyone with concerns on rezoning of this area is invited to attend the next meeting, which is the public hearing for the second reading of the ordinance. MOTION by Hunter, second by Wyckoff, to approve the five foot height variance for the proposed assisted living senior building as topography of the property creates a hardship. All ayes. Motion carried. MOTION by Hunter, second by Wyckoff, to approve the preliminary plan for the planned unit development at 825 41st Avenue NE, 4150 central Avenue NE, and 4156 Central Avenue NE, subject to any conditions set forth in an approved PUD Agreement. All ayes. Motion carried. B. Bid Considerations C. Other Business Peterson stated this item will continue following an executive session after Citizens Forum. 1. Sale and lease back of 4101 Central Avenue. MOTION: TO BE DETERMINED. 8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS A. Report of the City Manager Fehst announced it is his 24th wedding anniversary. B. Report of the City Attorney o GENERAL COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS A. Minutes of Boards and Commissions 1) Meeting of the June 6, 2000, Planning and Zoning Commission 2) Meeting of the May 16, 2000, Economic Development Authority 10. CITIZENS FORUM (At this time, citizens have an opportunity to discuss with the Council items not on the regular agenda.) The citizen is requested to limit their comments to five minutes. Please note, the public may address the Council regarding specific agenda items at the time the item is being discussed.) The Mayor referred back to property owners of 475 7, 4763, 4752 Heights Drive who spoke earfier in the evening. Lee stated there has been a problem with low spots in front of their homes since the road repairs were City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 10 completed in 1998. He passed out pictures to the Council. Lee gave the history of their complaints to the Public V/orks Department, who marked the problem areas six times, but did not correct the problem. He stated that kids ride down the street on bikes through the water and he has cement studs by his yard that he doesn't want anyone to run into. George Furlong stated this was his first complaint to Council in 50years of firing in Columbia Heights, but he felt the street was not laid properly when it was repaired. Fehst will follow up on this complaint. Todd Hanson, who fives on Jackson Street, wanted to pubficly thank the Council and staff for the work they did to correct the noise from the fans on top of the deruselum Market. They are now fixed and residents don't have to hear the loud vibration any longer. He stated it is nice to see when government works for residents. Jolly thanked him for his kind words. HaroM Hoium, 4321 5th Street, thanked residents who have cleared brush next to their sidewalks. He proudly announced that the new bus shelter will have doors on the center section and will be heated. He thanked everyone involved with the new bus shelter. Anderson stated the bus shelter shouM be completed in August, and servicing the public will commence in mid-September. Wyckoff apologized to residents at Clover Pond if removing the geese upset them. She will have Clover Pond removed from the geese removal list. Mary Callahan, 4219 Jackson Street, asked when the proposed commercial building construction would begin on 42'd and Central. Anderson stated the owner has indicated he will begin construction sometime in early August. Nawrocki indicated he had a statement to make. Peterson questioned if this was the item they had previously discussed on the telephone. Nawrocki stated it was. Peterson indicated that action had been taken on this item by Council two weeks ago, and he had spoken to the City Attorney who confirmed, no improper action was taken and the salary was within bounds of adjusted wages. Nawrocki stated that as this was the Citizen's Forum, he could bring up any issue he wished Hunter questioned why he did not address this item two weeks ago. Peterson stated the Council did not need or wish to revisit the issue. Other Councilmembers agreed. MOTION by Hunter, second by Jolly, to recess to the Executive Session. All ayes. Motion carried. Upon return: 1. Sale and lease back of 4101 Central Avenue. Fehst explained the background on the commercial district moratorium, and the donation of 4101 Central Avenue to Families Moving Forward (FMF), and Council action to claim an eminent domain. Fehst stated that currently Councilmembers, staff and the City Attorney have been working with FMF to purchase the building directly from them. This would allow the City to use the property for commercial development. The preliminary agreement is $360,000, and would allow FMF to lease the building for a limited time so they may purchase another property more beneficial to them. Fehst stated the FMF individuals were high quality individuals to work with, and everyone is pleased to have reached a friendly agreement. Hoefi stated the purchase price has been agreed upon with FMF, but there are some term changes which will have to be discussed with them tomorrow. City Council Minutes June 26, 2000 Page 11 MOTION by Hunter, second by Wyckoff, to approve the purchase agreement as discussed and amended with Families Moving Forward. All ayes. Motion carried. MOTION by Jolly, second by Hunter, to appropriate funds of $360,000 for the purchase of 4101 Central Avenue from the undesignated, general fund, fund balance. All ayes. Motion carried. MOTION by Wyckoff, second by Hunter, to approve the lease agreement with Families Moving Forward, as amended. All ayes. Motion carried. HaroM Hoium asked if there was a reasonable fimit to the lease. Hoeft indicated the agreement would be for a maximum of two years, on a monthly agreement of $1 per month paid to the City, and a triple net lease holding Families Moving Forward responsible for taxes, utilities and other associated cost,'. Fehst stated if the property was an eminent domain, it would have been fimited to pubfic use. If we purchase the property, we may approach a developer. He indicated staff has received several request; regarding information to purchase the building. Peterson stated that through negotiations with FMF, everyone feels this is a WIN/WIN situation. 11. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Peterson adjourned the meeting at 10:20 p.m. Patricia Muscovitz, Deputy City Clerk