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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-27-2015OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 27, 2015 THE FOLLOWING ARE THE MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL HELD AT 7:00 PM ON MONDAY APRIL 27, 2015 IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 590 40TH AVENUE N.E., COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:03 pm. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Peterson, Councilmembers Nawrocki, Schmitt, Williams and Murzyn Jr. Also Present: Walt Fehst, City Manager; Jim Hoeft, City Attorney; Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director; Joe Kloiber, Finance Director; Keith Windschitl, Recreation Director; Joe Hogeboom, Community Development Director; Loren Wickham, Assistant Community Development Director; Elizabeth Holmbeck, Associate Planner; Katie Bruno, Council Secretary 3. INVOCATION Invocation provided by Pastor Dan Thompson, Heights Church 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 5. 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.) 6. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITION, ANNOUNCEMENTS, GUESTS A. Presentation of Certificate of Appreciation from Local 710 Columbia Heights Federation of Teachers. Carl Lightbody, president of the Columbia Heights Federation of Teachers Local 710, presented the Council with a certificate of appreciation for their ongoing support of the district's teachers and schools, noting the two levy questions that successfully passed last November. B. Building Safety Month Proclamation. Mayor Peterson read the proclamation for Building Safety Month. 7. 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 the next order of business.) A. Approve Minutes of the City Council MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the City Council meeting of April 13, 2015. MOTION: Approve the Board of Appeals meeting minutes of April 13, 2015. B. Accept Board and Commission Meeting Minutes MOTION: Move to accept the Traffic Commission minutes of April 6, 2015. City Council Minutes April 27, 2015 Page 2 of 7 C. Approval of the attached list of rental housing licenses MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for April 27, 2015 in that they have met the requirements of the Property Maintenance Code. D. Approve Business License Applications MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for April 27, 2015 as presented. E. Designation of Parking on 49th Avenue for Hylander Center- *Removed for Discussion F. Approve Final Compensating Change Order and Final Payment for 2013 Concrete Street Rehabilitation, Project No. 1302 MOTION: Move to approve the final compensating change order and accept the work for 2013 Concrete Street Rehabilitation, City Project No. 1302, and authorize final payment of $60,500.00 to Interstate Improvement Company of Faribault, Minnesota. G. Renewal of Sprint Lease for Antenna(s) and Lease Space at Water Tower *Removed for Discussion. H. Payment of Bills MOTION: Move that in accordance with Minnesota Statute 412.271, subd. 8, the City Council has received the list of claims paid covering check number 156406 through 156584 in the amount of $ 613,148.76. Motion by Councilmember Williams seconded by Nawrocki to approve the Consent Agenda items A, B, C, D, F, and H. All Ayes, Motion Carried. The following items were removed for discussion: E. Designation of Parking on 49th Avenue for Hylander Center City Manager Fehst reported that the request has been received from residents that regularly utilize the Hylander Center. Manager Fehst reported that the Traffic Commission has denied the request, although he wasn't aware of the reason. Councilmember Schmitt stated that the Traffic Commission was concerned with the proximity of the proposed parking near the intersection, as well as confusion with the allowed times. Joe Stinson, residing at 3719 Lincoln Street NE stated that in the winter the sidewalk is icy due to lack of sunshine. Director of Recreation Keith Windschitl reported that he has received many requests from senior citizens for parking along 491h Avenue. Windschitl also suggested this could help increase programming options. Mayor Peterson stated the council could approve the item, and if there are adverse issues, the approval could be reconsidered. Director of Public Works Kevin Hansen reported that approximately seven cars would be able to adequately park in the proposed area. Motion by Councilmember Schmitt, seconded by Councilmember Nawrocki to designate Hylander Center parking on the south side of 49th Avenue beginning approximately 50' east of the athletic driveway to 20' east of the entrance to the Hylander Center from 8:30 to 11.-30 a.m. on school days. All Ayes, Motion Carried. City Council Minutes April 27, 2015 Page 3 of 7 G. Renewal of Sprint Lease for Antenna(s) and Lease Space at Water Tower Director of Public Works Kevin Hansen reported that in 1996 the City entered into a twenty year lease agreement with Sprint. The lease auto - renewed every five years. Sprint would like to continue the lease for an additional fifteen years. In 2015 the City will receive $36,000 in revenue. Changes to the lease include a 3% escalation and a starting point of the current payment rate. Councilmember Nawrocki questioned the process for when the City does water tower maintenance. Director Hansen reported that all leases will be given notice to remove their equipment for a period of time while the maintenance is completed. Motion by Councilmember Murzyn, Jr. seconded by Councilmember Nawrocki to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to renew the lease agreement with Sprint for communications antennas and lease space at the municipal water tower, 4700 Stinson Boulevard. All Ayes, Motion Carried. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Adopt Resolution 2015 -31, being a resolution given hg ost approval to the issuance of Senior Housing Facility Revenue Bonds (Crest View Senior Communities Project) b Blaine, Minnesota Finance Director Joe Kloiber explained that Crest View is interested in refinancing their bonds issued in 2007. Kloiber stated it is beneficial for the city of Blaine to issue all the bonds, in order to do so, the council needs to provide an approval, as detailed in the resolution. John Utley, Legal Counsel from Kennedy & Graven explained the fees, noting there is an ongoing fee of 1/ 10 of 1 %. Utley reported that Crest View may request paying a present value upfront fee at the closing date. Councilmember Nawrocki asked if the City would receive the same financial payback that we would have from the original payment. Mr. Utley confirmed that was correct. Councilmember Nawrocki asked if the City would have any liability if Crest View were to default. Mr. Utley explained the City is not currently liable, nor would they be in this case. City Attorney Jim Hoeft agreed. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:46 p.m. Motion by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Nawrocki to waive the reading of Resolution 2015 -31, there being ample copies available to the public. All Ayes, Motion Carried. Motion by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Nawrocki to adopt Resolution 2015 -31, being a resolution giving host approval to the issuance of Senior Housing Facility Revenue Bonds (Crest View Senior Communities Project) by Blaine, Minnesota. All Ayes, Motion Carried. 9. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION A. Other Ordinances and Resolutions -None A. Approve Resolution #2015 -33 Adopting Official Logos, Style Guide and Brand City Council Minutes April 27, 2015 Page 4 of 7 Community Development Director Joe Hogeboom gave a brief history of the EDA's process in recommending the new Logo, Style Guide and Brand. City departments have been met with to discuss the implementation process. Associate Planner Elizabeth Holmbeck explained that residents were included in the choosing of the logo, through various venues. Assistant Community Development Director Loren Wickham displayed some models of the proposed logos, noting that there are four variations of the logo. Councilmember Nawrocki commented that he feels this was not money well spent, at a cost of $30,000. Councilmember Schmitt thanked staff, stating that Replace Design did a great job for a fair price. Motion by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Schmitt to waive the reading of Resolution 201 5 -33, there being ample copies available to the public. All Ayes, Motion Carried. Motion by Councilmember Schmitt, seconded by Councilmember Williams to adopt Resolution #2015 -33 Adopting Official Logos, Style Guide and Brand for the City. 4 Ayes -1 Nay, Motion Carried. Ayes: Peterson, Schmitt, Williams, Murzyn, Jr. Nay: Nawrocki, B. Bid Considerations C. New Business and Reports 10. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Report of the City Manager Manager Fehst reported that the City's Public Works Department has been very busy this spring. Active projects include Jackson Pond overhaul, Labelle Park various projects, concrete alley construction, and the splash pad area at Huset Park. Manager Fehst thanked the Kiwanis, the Key Club and the Lions for their clean -up efforts around the City. Councilmember Nawrocki questioned the process for funding the "Trips & Outings." Manager Fehst responded that he will get the information to the council. Councilmember Nawrocki questioned why the Library meetings with the architects are held at their Minneapolis Office and not at City Hall. Mr. Nawrocki also requested minutes of those meetings. Manager Fehst explained this is design work at this phase, and there will be public meetings in the future. Councilmember Nawrocki requested maps be included with weekly crime statistic reports, as they were in the recent past. Manager Fehst indicated he will pass that information to Chief Nadeau. Report of the City Attorney Mr. Hoeft had nothing to report. 11. CITIZENS FORUM Connie Buesgens- 102140 Ave NE stated that she is looking forward to serving on the Planning & Zoning Commission. Ms. Buesgens helped the Kiwanis with their clean -up, and reported that over 160 pounds of trash was picked up. City Council Minutes April 27, 2015 Page 5 of 7 Frost Simula -1700 49th Ave reported that he continues to work with Community Development staff, and items may be coming to the council in a worksession in May. 12. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Peterson encuraged residents to be accepting of all citizens, regardless of their background. Residents were invited to participate in the 151h Annual Prayer Breakfast on May 6, 2015. Peace Awards will be given during the Prayer Breakfast. Residents were reminded to remember our servicemen and women, and to try to enjoy life, and to do a random act of kindness. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. a oLbw�& Respectively Submitted Katie Bruno, City Clerk/Council Secretary Resolution No. 2015 -31 RESOLUTION GIVING HOST APPROVAL TO THE ISSUANCE OF SENIOR HOUSING FACILITY REVENUE BONDS (CREST VIEW SENIOR COMMUNITIES PROJECT) BY BLAINE, MINNESOTA BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council (the "Council ") of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota (the "City ") as follows: Section 1. Description of the Project. (a) Crest View Senior Community at Blaine LLC, a Colorado limited liability company (the "Company ") and Crest View Corporation, a Minnesota nonprofit corporation, (the "Sole Member" and, together with the Company, the "Borrowers "), have proposed that the City of Blaine, Minnesota (the "Issuer ") issue revenue bonds under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 462C (the "Act "), in one or more series, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $64,900,000 (the "Bonds ") to: (i) finance the acquisition, construction, and equipping, by the Company, of an approximately 152 -unit multifamily senior rental housing facility, consisting of 66 senior independent living units, 51 assisted living units, 11 enhanced assisted living units and 24 memory care units and related parking and public improvements to be located at 12016 Ulysses St. NE in the City (the `Blaine Facilities "); (ii) refinance the Sole Member's facilities consisting of Royce Place, a 50 -unit assisted living facility located at 1575 44th Ave. NE, The Boulevard, a 74 -unit senior housing facility located at 4458 Reservoir Blvd. NE, Crest View Lutheran Home, a 122 - unit licensed nursing facility located at 4444 Reservoir Boulevard, and Crest View on 42nd, a 50 -unit assisted living and memory care facility located at 900 - 42nd Avenue NE in the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota ( "Columbia Heights ") which were previously financed with the proceeds of the Multifamily and Health Care Facilities Revenue Refunding Bonds (Crest View Corporation Projects), Series 2007A (the "Series 2007 Bonds ") issued by the City (the "Columbia Heights Facilities" and, together with the Blaine Facilities, the "Facilities ") (iii) fund necessary reserve funds; (iv) fund capitalized interest and certain working capital expenses; and (v) pay a portion of the costs of issuance related to the Bonds (collectively, the "Project "). The Blaine Facilities will be owned and operated by the Company and the Columbia Heights Facilities will be owned and operated by the Sole Member. (b) The City has been advised that the Bonds or other obligations, as and when issued, will not constitute a charge, lien or encumbrance upon any property of the City or the Issuer, except the Facilities City Council Minutes April 27, 2015 Page 6of7 and the revenues to be derived from the Facilities. Such Bonds or obligations will not be a charge against the general credit or taxing powers of the City or the Issuer, but are payable from sums to be paid by the Borrowers pursuant to a revenue agreement. Section 2. Recital of Representations Made by the Borrowers. (a) The Borrowers have agreed to pay any and all costs incurred by the City in connection with the issuance of the Bonds, whether or not such issuance is carried to completion, and to pay the City's ongoing administrative fee as provided in the Fee Agreement described below. (b) The Borrowers have represented to the City that no public official of the City has either a direct or indirect financial interest in the Project nor will any public official either directly or indirectly benefit financially from the Project. Section 3. Public Hearin. (a) As required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code ") a Notice of Public Hearing was published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, for a public hearing on the proposed issuance of the Bonds to refinance the portion of the Facilities located within the jurisdictional limits of the City. (b) As required by the Act and Section 147(f) of the Code the City Council has on this date held a public hearing on the proposed issuance of the Bonds to refinance the portion of the Facilities located within the jurisdictional limits of the City, at which all those appearing who desired to speak were heard and written comments were accepted. Section 4. Joint Powers Agreement and Fee Agreement. (a) Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 471.59, as amended, by agreement entered into through action of their governing bodies, two cities may jointly or cooperatively exercise any power common to the contracting parties or any similar powers, including those which are the same except for the territorial limits within which they may be exercised. Pursuant to a joint powers agreement between the City and the Issuer to be dated on or after May 1, 2015 (the "Joint Powers Agreement "), the City will consent to the issuance of the Bonds and the refinancing of the portion of the Facilities located within the jurisdictional limits of the City by the Issuer and the Issuer will agree to issue the Bonds to finance or refinance the Project. (b) The Borrowers have agreed to pay the City's ongoing administrative fee pursuant to a fee agreement (the "Fee Agreement), to be dated on or after May 1, 2015. (c) The Joint Powers Agreement and the Fee Agreement are hereby approved and the Mayor and the City Manager are hereby authorized to execute and deliver such agreements in substantially the forms on file with the City, together with such omissions and insertions as do not materially change the substance thereof, or as the Mayor and the City Manager, in their discretion, shall determine are appropriate and in the best interests of the City, and the execution of the Joint Powers Agreement and the Fee Agreement by the Mayor and the City Manager shall be conclusive evidence of such determination. Section 5. Host Approval. The City Council hereby gives the host approval required under Section 147(f) of the Code, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §471.656, Subd. 2(2), the City Council hereby consents to the issuance of the Bonds, and pursuant to the Act, the City Council hereby consents to the City Council Minutes April 27, 2015 Page 7 of 7 refunding of the Series 2007 Bonds. This host approval and consent are conditioned upon the execution and delivery by all parties to the Joint Powers Agreement and the Fee Agreement. Adopted: April 27, 2015 Resolution No, 2015 -33 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING OFFICIAL LOGOS, STYLE GUIDE AND BRAND FOR THE CITY WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority (EDA) set a goal at its 2014 retreat to develop a brand for the City that builds upon its positive aspects and unique character WHEREAS, the EDA selected Replace Design to develop the styleguide, logos and brand and WHEREAS, residents were encouraged to provide input into the new brand identity at a community gathering, online and at City Hall and WHEREAS, a "heritage" concept was selected which included a graphic of the Clock Tower of Peace 1►C�I��l1� 1X17J 'J7I The City Council adopts the official logos, style guide and brand for the city. Passed this 27th day of April 2015