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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 01-25-1993MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 25, 1993 The regular meeting of the Plymouth City Council was called to order by Mayor Bergman at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Center, 3400 Plymouth Blvd., on January 25, 1993. PRESENT: Mayor Bergman, Councilmembers Edson, Helliwell, Tierney, and Vasiliou ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Acting Manager Boyles, Public Works Director Moore, Community Development Director Dillerud, Finance Director Hahn, Public Safety Director Gerdes, Park and Recreation Director Blank, City Attorney Meller, and City Clerk Rauenhorst Mayor Bergman introduced Dwight Johnson, Plymouth's new City Manager effective February 1. Mayor Bergman invited residents to attend the Fire and Ice Festival on February 6 at Parkers Lake. ITEM 4-A PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES OF APPRECIATION Mayor Bergman presented a plaque to Roger Scherer in appreciation for his service on the Planning Commission from 1991 through 1993. Mayor Bergman also recognized the contributions of Marlene Waage to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission and Lloyd Ricker to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. They were unable to attend the meeting, and their plaques will be mailed. ITEM 4-B PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING ON PROPOSED CITY CENTER EXPANSION PROJECT Acting Manager Boyles presented the staff report on the design development drawings for the proposed City Center expansion project. He stated the City Center was constructed in 1978. Due to the City's population growth, it has been necessary to reconfigure the open office landscape system numerous times to accommodate new staff positions. Seventy-two employees are currently housed in the City Center. He stated the office sizes have become substandard, the noise of daily operations with the open landscape system has tended to undermine employee work efforts, and there is insufficient space within the existing building envelope to once again reconfigure offices to meet future needs. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 23 He explained that in 1990 the Council engaged the services of Polson, Trossen and Wright, to conduct a needs analysis for the City Center. This study used the same assumptions as the Public Safety needs analysis including a 20 year planning timeline, offices sizes, and projections of employee growth. He stated that the number of staff positions is related to the population growth with respect to maintaining quality customer service; however, the number of positions are solely dependent on the City Council's annual budget deliberations. Acting Manager Boyles stated the expansion is needed to provide additional public meeting space; to alleviate noisy, cramped and inefficient office conditions; to provide additional office space so that new offices can be added as employees are added to meet increased service needs; and to improve building energy efficiency with furnace and window upgrades. He introduced Steve Polson of Polson- Trossen-Wright. Mr. Polson stated their firm conducted the needs analysis in 1989 for the Public Safety building. In 1991, the needs analysis was conducted for the City Center building. The needs were surveyed for a twenty year period. He stated the current space available is 13,732 sq. ft., compared to a current need of 19,525 sq. ft. The study projected that 28,945 sq, ft. will be required for the five departments that occupy the City Center building by the year 2011. He noted that the space which the public safety department will vacate in the lower level of the City Center is less than that currently needed. Mr. Polson stated that projections are based on population expansion with the assumption that the staffing ratio per 1,000 population will remain constant over the next 20 years. It is estimated that the City's population will expand by 64 percent over the next 20 years. He noted that the plan also includes a linkage between the City Center and the Public Safety building. Mr. Polson introduced Cliff Wilson. Mr. Wilson showed the proposed plans and stated that Administration, Finance and Park & Recreation are proposed to be located in the upper level, with Community Development and Public Works in the lower level. He explained that the plan ensures that department functions are located properly in relation to each other to the extent possible, and he showed the location of the meeting rooms. He stated the existing lobby and public service counter concept will be retained under the proposed plan. Acting Manager Boyles stated the estimated project cost is $3,174,600. The following funding sources are proposed: Permanent Improvement Revolving fund 1,000,000; Project Administration - $500,000; Public Facilities - $1,000,000; Water Fund - $500,000; and Sewer Fund - $200,000. He stated that the project should be done now in order to maintain a high degree of customer service and to improve employee efficiency. The funding is currently available without bonding Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 24 or tax increase, and construction bids will be competitive in a positive bidding climate. Mayor Bergman invited the public to comment on the proposed City Center expansion. Richard A. Weibler, 12415 Ravenwood Road, stated he moved from southwest Minneapolis to Plymouth seven years ago because he was looking for a progressive community which afforded opportunities to his children. He stated he would not argue that the offices need expansion; however, he supports serving the needs of children in the community through construction of a community center as higher priority. He stated the City recently constructed new Public Safety and Public Works buildings and money should first be spent to provide recreational facilities to the residents. He suggested moving some of the City functions into the space vacated by Public Safety. This may serve the City's needs for the next few years, and money would be available now for a community center. Mayor Bergman stated that when the community center was proposed several years ago, his campaign theme was to redirect government money to the basic needs. Many residents concur with that philosophy, and the Council has addressed basic needs through the construction of the Public Safety and Public Works buildings, as well as Fire Station construction and remodeling. Councilmember Vasiliou stated the City added $3 million in parks last year through the construction of two playfields. In addition, the Council purchased a site in order to have a library in the City. She does not take issue with having a community center, but she is concerned with its ongoing maintenance and replacement costs. She stated the Council is working to provide a variety of services to meet the variety of needs of the residents. Councilmember Helliwell stated that she receives many calls from residents requesting a swimming pool. She would support construction of an outdoor swimming pool. She suggested that residents let Councilmembers know if they are interested in additional recreational facilities. Councilmember Tierney stated she views the City Center expansion project as the final step to update City facilities to meet future needs. She stated it may not be efficient to reconfigure the existing space if an expansion will be needed within five years. She noted that reconfiguration and expansion will cause a great deal of inconvenience during construction and this should not be done twice. She believes that just rearranging offices without the expansion will be economically inefficient in the long term. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 25 Mayor Bergman explained to Mr. Weibler that the City Council has adopted a resolution stating that the community center issue would have to come to the voters through a referendum. Councilmember Edson added that in the early 1980's a referendum for a community center failed. In 1989, the majority of the citizens who voted in the local election were not supportive of a community center. He stated the City is working cooperatively with the athletic associations and four school districts that represent Plymouth to maximize recreational opportunities for residents. Councilmember Vasiliou stated she believes there is a need for increased space, but questioned the decision of whether to expand could be delayed until the public safety area is vacated and an alternate reconfiguration plan is considered, including moving offices to the fire stations and public safety building. She stated the timing of the project is in question - not the need. Councilmember Edson stated he understands Councilmember Vasiliou's comments about timing of the project. However, the City's single largest expenditure is personnel and they must have the tools to do their jobs efficiently including adequate space. He agreed that alternatives should be considered, but stated at this time he is leaning toward moving ahead with the expansion for long-term efficiency. Councilmember Tierney stated that the City is currently growing by 1,500 people per year and the Council should plan and manage for it. She stated that the adjacent Public Safety building could provide close and easy access for temporary space during construction. This may not be available if the expansion is delayed for several years. Councilmember Helliwell stated the City has built two fire stations, public works and public safety buildings. The Council has ensured adequate future space for all employees except the administrative employees. She stated that this project would not be proposed if there was currently adequate room to work and she supports the construction. Mayor Bergman concurred there is a need for additional space, but questioned the timing of the project. He stated that reconfiguration of the existing space may be adequate for the short term. Acting Manager Boyles suggested that the Council authorize the architect to prepare plans and specifications for the expansion. The Council can then determine whether to go ahead with the expansion at this time. Mayor Bergman asked the cost for preparing the plans and specifications. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 26 Mr. Polson estimated the cost at $84,000. He stated the same plans and specifications could be used at any time in the future for the same building design if the Council decided not to proceed with the project at this time based on the bids received. Councilmember Edson stated that the Council should also be aware of the cost to reconfigure the vacated public safety space. His firm recently reconfigured its office and the costs were substantial for relocating computer and telephone wires, etc. Mr. Polson stated that the entire building would have to be reconfigured - not only the public safety space in order to consider a five year use of the existing building. Councilmember Vasiliou stated she will support the authorization to prepare plans and specifications, but emphasized that a means will have to be achieved to adequately maintain, operate, and replace City facilities. Councilmember Tierney stated that the capital funds are currently adequate to construct the expansion, but there may not be funding for major projects for several years in the future. MOTION was made by Councilmember Tierney, seconded by Councilmember Vasiliou, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-36 CITY CENTER EXPANSION AND RENOVATION - APPROVAL OF DESIGN DEVELOPMENT DRAWINGS AND AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS (PROJECT 126). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 5 APPROVE AGENDA Mayor Bergman requested that the following items be added to the agenda: message on utility billing; article regarding Hennepin County meeting rules; and settlement agreement on retaining wall suit. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Tierney, to approve the agenda with the three additions noted. Motion carried, five ayes. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 27 ITEM 6 CONSENT AGENDA The following items were removed from the Consent Agenda: Item 6-E, 6-P, 6-S- 3, 6-R-1, 6-R-2. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt the Consent Agenda as amended. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-A APPROVE MINUTES MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to approve the minutes of the January 4, 1993, council meeting. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-B DISBURSEMENTS FOR PERIOD ENDING 12-31-92 MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-37 APPROVING DISBURSEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DEC. 31, 1992. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-C 1993 PARK FEES AND RENTAL POLICIES MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-38 APPROVING 1993 PARKERS LAKE PAVILION RENTAL POLICY AND 1993 PARK FACILITIES RENTAL POLICY AND FEE SCHEDULE. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-1) SET HEARING ON LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION OF THUNSTROM ENTERPRISES MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-39 SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON WINE AND ON -SALE 3.2 LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATIONS OF THUNSTROM ENTERPRISES INC. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 28 ITEM 6-E APPROVE PLANS AND ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR PROJECT 220 LARCH HEIGHTS LAGOON Councilmember Vasiliou stated it is imperative that the Larch Heights Lagoon project receive high priority. She stated the Council heard the residents concerns in May, the project was authorized in July, but it still has not been completed. She stated staff needs to let citizens know when a delay occurs on this and other projects. MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-40 APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, LARCH HEIGHTS LAGOON OUTLET IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO. 220. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-F PAN -O -GOLD BAKING COMPANY. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AT 3130 RANCHVIEW LANE (92116) MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-41 APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR PAN -O -GOLD BAKING COMPANY FOR ADVANTAGE LEASING AND SALES (92116). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-G COLOR SIGN SYSTEMS. AMENDED PUD SIGN PLAN FOR CUB FOOD BUILDING (92117) MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-42 APPROVING AMENDED MIXED PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT SIGN PLAN FOR "CUB FOODS" 92117). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 29 ITEM 6-H FRANK'S NURSERY. AMENDED MPUD PLAN AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (92118) MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-43 APPROVING AMENDED MIXED PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND FINAL SITE PLAN FOR ROCKFORD ROAD PLAZA 92118). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-I GAGE MARKETING GROUP. RELEASE OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE (92106) MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-44 AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR GAGE MARKETING GROUP, INC., FOR THE S.J. GROVES BUILDING LOCATED AT 10000 STATE HIGHWAY 55 (92106). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 64 TARGET-GREATLAND. RELEASE OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE (90025) MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-45 AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF SITE PERFORMANCE, GUARANTEE FOR TARGET, INC., FOR TARGET GREATLAND LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST QUADRANT OF I-494 AND COUNTY ROAD 9 (90025). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-K WAGNER SPRAY TECH. REDUCTION OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE (91091) (92091) MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-46 AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR WAGNER SPRAY TECH LOCATED AT 1770 FERNBROOK LANE NORTH (91091) (92091). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 30 ITEM 6-L APPROVING 1993 STREET TREE TRIMMING CONTRACT MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-47 APPROVING 1993 STREET TREE TRIMMING CONTRACT. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-M APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 5, PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING, PROJECT 017 MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-48 APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 5, CITY CENTER EXPANSION PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING, CITY PROJECT NO. 017. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-N APPROVE PAYMENT NO. 5 FOR 1992 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM, PROJECT 201 MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-49 REQUEST FOR PAYMENT NO. 5, 1992 STREET RECONSTRUCTION, CITY PROJECT NO. 201. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-0 SET HEARING ON VACATION OF EASEMENTS MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-50 ORDERING PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED VACATION OF A PORTION OF A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT, LOT 4, BLOCK 2, ZACHARY HILLS. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-51 ORDERING PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED VACATION OF A PORTION OF MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE WEST - STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY, BASS LAKE TERRACE ADDITION. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 31 ITEM 6-P-1 WETLAND MITIGATION PLAN FOR GEM ENTERPRISE As requested by Councilmember Helliwell, Public Works Director Moore presented the staff report on the request for filling of wetlands and mitigation plan for GEM Enterprise (Plymouth Shopping Center). He explained that the plan covers filling of the ditch south of Highway 55 and east of the Plymouth Shopping Center. The open drainageway is about 15-20' wide. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-52 APPROVING WETLAND MITIGATION PLAN, GEM ENTERPRISE (PLYMOUTH SHOPPING CENTER). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-P-2 WETLAND MITIGATION PLAN FOR EAGLEWOOD ADDITION 92110 MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-53 APPROVING WETLAND MITIGATION PLAN FOR EAGLEWOOD ADDITION. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-0 ORDER STREET LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS FOR FERNBROOK MANOR ADDITION MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-54 DECLARING ADEQUACY OF PETITION AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF REPORT, STREET LIGHTING - FERNBROOK MANOR ADDITION. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-55 RECEIVING REPORT AND ORDERING PROJECT - STREET LIGHTING, FERNBROOK MANOR ADDITION. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 32 ITEM 6-R APPROVE HOURLY RATES FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES Councilmember Vasiliou stated that the staff report on the amendment of engineering services rates for Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates; and Strgar-Roscoe-Fausch indicates the various proposed rates are a 4 to 8 percent increase and that no increase has been given in two years. She stated the increase is reasonable since there has been no increase in two years, but questioned the effective dates of the new rates. She also asked if the consultants are paid for attending City Council meetings. Director Moore stated the revised rates would become effective for both firms on February 1. He stated consultants do not charge the City an hourly rate for attending the Council meetings unless they are specifically requested to attend to present a specific engineering project to the Council. MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-56 AMENDING ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR BONESTROO, ROSENE, ANDERLIK AND ASSOCIATES, INC. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-57 AMENDING ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR STRGAR-ROSCOE-FAUSCH, INC. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 6-S DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT BOND REDUCTIONS MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-58 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT BOND, HARBOR WOODS ADDITION (90093). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-59 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT BOND, BASS CREEK BUSINESS PARK ADDITION (89061). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 33 Councilmember Helliwell stated that the proposed development contract bond reduction for Lake Camelot Estates 3rd Addition indicates that only $1,000 would remain for sewer cleaning. She stated the pond near her house in Lake Camelot Estates is full of silt from erosion and asked whether this will be cleaned. Director Moore stated the pond is not within the phase of Lake Camelot Estates covered by this bond. Mayor Bergman and Councilmember Helliwell stated they believe the erosion is coming from the phase of Lake Camelot that this bond covers. Director Moore suggested that this item be deferred in order for staff to investigate and report back. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Mayor Bergman, to defer the development contract bond reduction for Lake Camelot Estates 3rd Addition (89044) and to direct staff to investigate and report back. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-60 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT BOND, KINGSWAY ESTATES ADDITION (90081). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes ITEM 6-T DECLARE SURPLUS PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZE CONVEYANCE IN BASS LAKE HEIGHTS 4TH ADDITION MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-61 DECLARING SURPLUS PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO CONVEY SURPLUS PROPERTY TO ADJOINING PROPERTY OWNERS. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 7-A 1992 WEED ERADICATION AND DESTRUCTION. ROLL 2 Finance Director Hahn presented the 1992 Weed Eradication and Destruction Roll 2. Mayor Bergman opened the assessment hearing at 8:32 p.m. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 34 Larry Laukka, Parkers Lake, stated he is being assessed $2,300 for weed eradication in 1992. He believes the situation is rather unique because of the wetlands that exist on the site. He stated that the Corps of Engineers determined he was in violation of the Wetlands Act in May. In July, mitigation efforts were approved and the project continued. During the interim, he received a letter from the City Weed Inspector informing him to cut the weeds. He stated that in response to the letter, everything was cut except the wetland areas. The City then cut the remaining wetland areas and assessed him for the charges. He understands that money was spent by the City to cut the weeds, but requested some relief from the billing amount due to the unique circumstances. Councilmember Tierney asked who advised Mr. Laukka not to cut the wetland areas. Mr. Laukka stated his engineering consultant, BRW, advised that he not cut the weeds in that area. The Corps of Engineers did not provide that information in writing. Mayor Bergman asked what was the actual City cost for weed eradication. He suggested that in this case, perhaps the administrative portion of the hourly fee could be waived. Councilmember Vasiliou concurred that would be reasonable given the circumstances in this situation. Finance Director Hahn stated the actual City cost for mowing the Laukka property was $870. He noted that the areas were heavily infested with thistles which the City is required to eradicate under state law. Mayor Bergman closed the hearing at 8:45 p.m. MOTION was made by Councilmember Edson, seconded by Mayor Bergman, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-62 ADOPTING ASSESSMENTS, 1992 WEED ERADICATION AND DESTRUCTION, ROLL 2, amending the assessment for Laukka Williams Parkers Lake to $870. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MESSAGE ON UTILITY BILLINGS Mayor Bergman stated the recent message on the utility billings indicated that the City Council adopted an increase in the sewer rate. However, the message said nothing about the reason for the increase. He requested that the message be rerun on the future billing to the effect that 'Due to a 14.7% rate increase from the Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 35 Metropolitan Waste Control Commission, the Council has adopted a sewer rate increase of 4.6% effective on the next monthly billing." He stated this will more accurately inform the public of the reason for the increase. The Council had no objection. NEWSPAPER ARTICLE ON HENNEPIN COUNTY BOARD RULES Mayor Bergman referenced a newspaper article regarding the newly elected Hennepin County Board, and stated that they had adopted rules relating to the conduct of their meetings and interactions with each other. He requested that staff obtain a copy of the rules from Commissioner Emily Anne Staples for Council consideration for goal setting or establishing goals and objectives. SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT - BEGIN CONTRACTING COMPANY Acting Manager Boyles stated that a proposed settlement has been reached with Begin Contracting Company relating to the retaining wall issue. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-63 APPROVING A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH AND BEGIN CONTRACTING COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO DISTRICT COURT FILE NO. 89-014145. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 8-A REVISION OF PARK DEDICATION FEES Park and Recreation Director Blank stated that the park dedication fees were last increased in 1991. He recommended that the residential fee be increased from 860 to $910 per unit, and the commercial/industrial land be increased from 3,500 to $3,700 per acre. Councilmember Vasiliou stated this is a 5.9 percent increase and she will not support it. She would support a 3 percent increase. Councilmember Helliwell asked the amount of the increase in 1991. Director Blank responded that the residential fee was increased from $825 to $860 in 1991, which was a 4.2 percent increase. Historically, the Council has amended the fee every one or two years. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 36 Councilmember Helliwell stated the proposed amount is reasonable since there was no increase in 1992. Acting Manager Boyles stated the park dedication fees are used to develop parks and, when the park system is complete, to replace and maintain the park facilities. Councilmember Edson noted that the current commercial fee is among the highest of the cities surveyed. MOTION was made by Councilmember Edson, seconded by Mayor Bergman, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-64 APPROVING PARK DEDICATION FEES FOR 1993, setting the residential fee at $885 per unit and the commercial/industrial fee at $3,600 per acre, which would be a 3 percent increase. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 8-B VICKSBURG LANE/37TH AVENUE LEFT -TURN LANE Public Works Director Moore stated that the City Council recently approved the Preliminary Plat for the proposed Sugar Hills Addition along the west side of Vicksburg Lane north of Highway 55. One of the items discussed was the staff recommendation that the developer be responsible to construct a left turn lane on Vicksburg Lane into 37th Avenue to serve the development. Staff had recommended that the developer pay 50 percent of the construction cost, or 68,832. The City's consultant has worked on the final plans and has a more accurate cost projection. The estimated cost for the northbound turn lane to serve the new development is $60,500. The cost for the southbound left turn lane into existing 37th Avenue is $65,860. Director Moore recommended that the developer be required to construct the northbound turn lane at an estimated cost of 60,500. Don Ringrose, BRW Inc., requested that the cost to the developer be reduced to 15,000. He stated that this would be the actual cost to construct the turn lane if Vicksburg Lane had been built to a uniform 72' width in this area. He stated this development will not generate a lot of traffic in comparison to the total traffic on Vicksburg Lane. Councilmember Vasiliou stated that although this development may not generate a significant amount of traffic, the left -turn lane is needed for access to the plat. Therefore, this development benefits a great deal from the turn lane. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 37 MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Helliwell, to require the developer to construct the northbound left -turn lane at an estimated cost of $60,500. Councilmember Tierney asked if staff had determined why Vicksburg Lane was not constructed at a consistent width. Director Moore stated he did not determine anything definitive from his research on the issue. The Vicksburg Lane improvements were constructed in 1979, along with the other street improvements in 'Downtown Plymouth". He stated that 37th Avenue was not included in the 'Downtown Plymouth" Concept Plan, and Vicksburg Lane was not originally constructed to accommodate all future development. For example, additional improvements were needed with the CUB Food development. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 8-C ORRIN THOMTSON HOMES. RPUD CONCEPT PLAN, PREL. PLAN/PLAT AND CUP; REZONING; AND SUBD. CODE VARIANCE AT OLD ROCKFORD ROAD AND DUNKIRK LANE (92115) Community Development Director Dillerud stated the Planning Commission, on a unanimous vote, recommended denial of the request of Orrin Thompson Homes for Residential Planned Unit Development Concept Plan, Preliminary Plan/Plat and Conditional Use Permit; Rezoning; and Subdivision Code Variance for property located at the southeast corner of Old Rockford Road and Dunkirk Lane. The development would result in a total of 264 units on a 122.5 acre site. Of this total, 104 units would be twinhomes on the northern portion of the site, north of Plymouth Creek. The balance would be single family dwellings. The Planning Commission found that the concept of twinhomes located in the northwest corner of the site was not compatible with the single family uses located to the north and west; and, inconsistent with the transition provisions of the PUD Ordinance where other than single family detached style housing is to be located on land classified LA -1. The Commission also found that alternative locations for the twinhomes could be found elsewhere on this site where the Land Use Guiding is LA -2. Greg Frank, McCombs, Frank, Roos, Associates, described the proposed Concept Plan. He stated that three phases of construction are proposed. He concurred that the Planning Commission objection to the Plan was largely due to the twinhomes located at the northerly edge of the site. He stated the twinhome design will replicate the single family design and be comparable in size. Mr. Frank stated that landscaping and berming is proposed along Dunkirk Lane and Rockford Road for Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 38 transition between the twinhomes and the existing single family homes to the north and west. He stated there is a 15' drop in grade from Rockford Road to Plymouth Creek, and the twinhomes will be recessed below Rockford Road. Bill Pritchard, Orrin Thompson Homes, stated he has been designing this development for three years. The topography is difficult because of the creek and change in elevation. He asked if there is additional direction the Council could provide with respect to additional transition elements or design modifications that could be done to enhance the transition that was not discussed at the Planning Commission meeting. He stated that perhaps single family homes could be constructed along the north and west edge of the site with the twinhomes on the interior lots north of Plymouth Creek. Mr. Pritchard stated that single family homes would be mandatory members of the association, along with the twinhomes. He asked that the Council give direction for modification to the Planning Commission, rather than deny the request. Councilmember Vasiliou stated that the Planning Commission minutes adequately reflect the concerns expressed by the Commission members and residents. The Council should not be discussing or directing the Planning Commission with regard to a change in design that was not considered at the Planning Commission public hearing. Mayor Bergman stated that the amendment suggested by Mr. Pritchard may pose a transition problem with the single family homes within the development, and the phasing of construction could be very important so that single family homeowners are not surprised by construction of adjacent twinhomes. Director Dillerud stated there is no mandatory internal transition. This is usually a marketing issue for the developer. Councilmember Edson stated the size of the trees used for transition need to be specified. Bernard Barr, 11670 61st Avenue North, asked about the project phasing. He believes the twinhomes will be constructed as the third phase, and people who purchase the single family homes should be made aware of the proposed twinhomes. Councilmember Vasiliou stated her primary concern is that the proposed plan does not have enough transition. Chad Quiggle, 16440 Old Rockford Road, asked what the next step would be. He stated that during the reguiding discussions in 1991, he had understood that single family dwellings would be constructed along the north edge of the site. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 39 Mayor Bergman stated that if the applications are denied by the City Council, Mr. Pritchard could submit a revised Concept Plan to the Planning Commission and residents would again be able to comment. Tom Carl, 16440 Old Rockford Road, stated that he does not feel it is an appropriate transition to have twinhomes on the northerly portion of the property. He stated that during a meeting with Orrin Thompson Homes, they indicated that Plymouth Creek is a natural transition. Mr. Carl suggested that the twin homes be constructed south of Plymouth Creek, with single family homes north of Plymouth Creek, for maximum transition. Kevin Leuer, 4335 Weston Lane, suggested that the twinhomes could be constructed along the south edge of the Sugar Hills development. This would be a consistent transition with the twinhomes proposed in the adjacent plats. He stated it is difficult to provide appropriate transition if the twinhomes are constructed north of Plymouth Creek. Mr. Pritchard stated that his intent was to construct the twinhomes in the first phase. The north portion of the site will be the first phase since there is existing access. Director Dillerud stated that there are alternate locations on the site for the placement of the twinhomes. The developer could take advantage of natural transition elements such as the creek, wetland, school site, and remaining woodland. One possible location would be directly south of Plymouth Creek where there would be a natural transition on three sides of the twinhomes. MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-65 DENYING RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT PLAN FOR THOMPSON LAND DEVELOPMENT, INC. LOCATED SOUTHEAST OF COUNTY ROAD 9 AND DUNKIRK LANE NORTH (92115). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-66 DENYING RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PRELIMINARY PLAT/PLAN AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCE FOR THOMPSON LAND DEVELOPMENT, INC. LOCATED NORTHEAST OF COUNTY ROAD 9 AND DUNKIRK LANE NORTH (92115). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 40 ITEM 8-D RENEWAL OF INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSES Acting Manager Boyles recommended renewal of all intoxicating liquor license applications. He stated that Four Seasons Liquors is a tenant in the Four Seasons Mall which has delinquent property taxes. Staff has been advised that the mall owner intends to get their real estate taxes paid current by April 1993. He suggested that the Council approve the license with the condition that a report be provided by April 30 and November 30 on the tax status of the mall property. Councilmember Vasiliou stated the staff report indicated that Kenny's Liquors Inc., had been cited with a sale to minors violation. She asked when this would be considered by the Council and noted that this licensee has had previous violations. Acting Manager Boyles stated that the City has not been informed of the final disposition of the case through the court system. As soon as the case is completed, the Council will be provided with copies of the reports in order to schedule a public hearing to consider suspension or revocation of the liquor license. MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-67 APPROVAL OF ON -SALE AND SUNDAY INTOXICATING LIQUOR, OFF -SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR, AND WINE LICENSES, with the condition on the Four Seasons Liquor license approval that a report be provided on the property tax status of the Four Seasons Mall property by April 15 and November 15, 1993. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 8-E APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND WATER MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATIONS MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-68 APPOINTMENT TO PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION, appointing Lynn Mikula as an At -Large designation for a term to expire 1/31/95, and changing the designation for Mary Kay Watson from At -Large to Ward 1 for her existing term which will expire 1/31/96. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 41 MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-69 APPOINTING TO WEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES PLANNING BOARD, appointing Nancy O'Brien for a term expiring January, 1995. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-70 APPOINTMENT TO NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL, appointing Frank Boyles to the Executive Committee for a term to expire December 31, 1993; and Anneliese E. Dilworth to the Advisory Committee for a term to expire December 31, 1994. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-71 APPOINTMENT TO WEST SUBURBAN MEDIATION CENTERBOARD, appointing Thomas Phillips for a term to expire January 31, 1996. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-72 APPOINTMENTS TO WATER MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATIONS. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-73 APPOINTMENT TO WATER QUALITY COMMITTEE, appointing David Shea for a term to expire January 31, 1994. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 8-F-1 COUNCIL DIRECTIVES The Council reviewed the pending and completed City Council directives and several status updates were made. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 42 Councilmember Tierney stated she has contacted the athletic associations and suggested that the issue of permanent equipment storage be referred to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission for further consideration. Councilmembers Edson and Vasiliou suggested that the athletic associations be advised they can address the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission on the presentation portion of the PRAC agenda each month. Councilmember Vasiliou stated she has been working with Interfaith Outreach and the West Suburban Health Campus and will provide a copy of the Interfaith Outreach proposal to the Council. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Vasiliou, to accept the City Council directives report. Motion carried, five ayes. ITEM 8-F-2 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT AND PROJECT STATUS REPORT Public Works Director Moore presented the Capital Improvement and Project Status Reports. Mayor Bergman asked staffto comment on the status of the Ridgemount Trail. Park Director Blank stated that the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission reviewed the request for a trail along Ridgemount Trail. This trail would be 2/3 in Plymouth and 1/3 in Minnetonka. The estimated cost for the Plymouth portion is 170,000. Director Blank stated the Capital Improvement Program contains 175,000 for trail improvements and PRAC considered whether to recommend to the Council to only do the Ridgemount Trail project or to do several projects throughout the City. Since the City of Minnetonka is not in a position to pay its 1/3 share of the cost, Plymouth staff recommended to PRAC that the trail not be constructed in 1993. Residents along Ridgemount Avenue were invited to attend the PRAC meeting and were advised of the staff recommendation. Mayor Bergman requested that staff also send a letter to the Ridgemount School Principal and PTO advising of the status of this request. Councilmember Edson stated he received a phone call that a backhoe has been parked for several days at Schmidt Lake Road and Balsam Lane in the common area of the Jamestown development. He asked if staff was aware of any projects in the area. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 43 Director Moore stated he is unaware of any projects. He will check and report back. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councihnember Vasiliou, to accept the Project Status Reports. Motion carried, five ayes. ITEM 8-G TAX FORFEIT PARCELS Acting Manager Boyles stated that annually the City receives from Hennepin County a list of parcels which have gone into tax forfeiture due to nonpayment of ad valorum taxes or special assessments. This year two parcels are in tax forfeiture. The first parcel is about 3,500 sq. ft. and is located on the southeast shore of Medicine Lake. He recommended that this parcel be conveyed for public use, namely waterfront. The second parcel is on the east shore of Hidden Lake at Medicine Lake Drive and 12th Avenue North. The parcel is about 10,000 sq. ft. Acting Manager Boyles recommended that this parcel also be retained for waterfront purposes. Mayor Bergman asked staff to further explain each parcel. Director Moore stated that the parcel on Hidden Lake is at the channel outlet to the lake. The other parcel abuts Medicine Lake and has no access except by boat. Mayor Bergman stated there is value in retaining the Hidden Lake parcel in order to ensure that the channel outlet remains open. However, he questioned whether the other parcel is of value to the City. Acting Manager Boyles stated the Council could declare the Medicine Lake parcel as unbuildable and offer it for sale to the abutting property owners. The City could retain easements for drainage. MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councihnember Vasiliou, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-74 REQUESTING THE CONVEYANCE OF TAX FORFEIT TO THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH FOR PUBLIC USE, with respect to parcel 35-118-22-11-0035 Waterfront/ Rush Creek (Hidden Lake). Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 44 MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Vasiliou, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-75 DECLARING PARCEL 26-118-22-44-0001 AS UNBUILDABLE AND OFFERING FOR SALE TO ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS, with respect to the Waterfront Medicine Lake parcel. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 8-11 RECODIFICATION OF CITY CODE Acting Manager Boyles stated the passage of the City Charter necessitates a recodification of the city code book to assure it is consistent. The City Attorney's office has submitted a proposal at a cost not to exceed $18,000 to do this work, excluding the zoning ordinance. He recommended that Best and Flanagan be directed to initiate the recodification of the City Code. Mayor Bergman questioned whether the City policy that requires expenditures over $15,000 to be bid applies in this case. Acting Manager Boyles stated that under the competitive bidding statute, recodification would constitute a "professional service" and, therefore, be exempt from the requirement. The Council concurred that since the City Attorney drafts the ordinances and provides codification changes to the staff, recodification by a third entity would add unnecessary expense to the process. MOTION was made by Councilmember Tierney, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-76 AUTHORIZING THE RECODIFICATION OF THE PLYMOUTH CITY CODE. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 8-11-1 INSURANCE CLAIMS REPORTS Finance Director Hahn presented the pending insurance claims report. Councilmember Vasihou asked who defends the City in these cases? Director Hahn stated in most cases it is the insurance company's attorney through the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 45 Councilmember Vasiliou questioned a claim submitted on 04-30-92 alleging that the as -built plan showed the sewer stub on the wrong side of a corner lot. She stated that providing an appropriate as -built carries legal ramifications, and the engineer who certified the as -built should be held responsible. Director Moore stated this was part of the improvements done by the developer for Lake Camelot Estates. Finance Director Hahn stated staff will keep the Council advised on the status of this claim. MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Councilmember Edson, to accept the insurance claims report. Motion carried, five ayes. ITEM 8-I-2 PENDING CIVIL LITIGATION REPORT MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Vasiliou, to accept the pending civil litigation report. Motion carried, five ayes. Councilmember Vasiliou requested that the Council periodically be provided with a list of fire calls. Public Safety Director Gerdes stated staff will work to develop a report which would contain type of fire, location, etc. ITEM 8-I-3 COUNCIL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Acting Manager Boyles reviewed the Council Goals and Objectives. He noted that joint meetings are scheduled with each of the four school districts. Mayor Bergman suggested that with respect to the Council's goal to strengthen rapport and encourage retention of Plymouth businesses, that the Council conduct Town Meetings for commercial/industrial businesses. The following topics could be included for discussion: volunteerism, transportation, business resources, City services, parks, and community development issues. Councilmember Vasiliou suggested that the town meetings be held at various times throughout the day to get the best response. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 46 Councilmember Edson suggested sessions at 7:30 a.m. and at 5:00 p.m. for the best attendance. ITEM 84 AUTHORIZING PEDDLERS TO SELL AT MUSIC IN PLYMOUTH Acting Manager Boyles stated that historically, permission to operate concession sales at Music in Plymouth has been granted informally by the Plymouth Civic League. Concessionaires have respected their financial responsibility that a percentage of concession sales be returned to the Civic League. Last year, one vendor sold concessions at Music in Plymouth without permission and failed to return a percentage of sales. Acting Manager Boyles recommended that the Council adopt a resolution confirming the existing City Code Section 805.01, Subd. 7, which states that persons may sell in public parks or property only when issued a license to do so by the City. If the Council adopts such a resolution, all fixture vendors at Music in Plymouth will have to obtain a peddlers permit from the City at a cost of $25 prior to making concession sales at the event. A precondition to receiving the permit is a letter, signed by the Plymouth Civic League, granting permission to sell at the event. The Council discussed whether the $25 permit fee should be charged and whether the City could require the approval of the Civic League as a condition of the permit. Councilmember Edson stated the situation is similar to the City granting a vendor permission to sell concessions at a playfield for a softball tournament. The City only issues the permit with the approval of the athletic association hosting the event, and a permit fee is charged. Public Safety Director Gerdes stated there needs to be some way of limiting the number of concessions at Music in Plymouth. He believes the permit process is a reasonable means to accomplish that. MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Vasiliou, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-77 AUTHORIZING PEDDLERS TO SELL AT MUSIC IN PLYMOUTH. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 8-K CHANGING FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE FROM FIVE Finance Director Hahn stated the Financial Advisory Committee has recommended that its membership be increased from five to seven members. If one or two Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 47 members cannot attend the meeting, a constructive meeting could still be held, and additional views could be presented. Mayor Bergman stated he had heard there is one member who has failed to meet the attendance policy for commissioners. MOTION was made by Councilmember Edson, seconded by Councilmember Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION 93-78 AUTHORIZING THE CHARGE OF THE FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. The Council directed staff to prepare for the Financial Advisory Committee Chairperson's signature to the member who has not maintained the required attendance with respect to his intentions for remaining on the Committee. Staff was directed to provide the Council with copies of the applications received for the Financial Advisory Committee. ITEM 8-L 1993 LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES REPRESENTING POLICE SERGEANTS MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember Tierney, to adopt a resolution approving the 1993 Labor Agreement between the City and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc., representing police sergeants. Mayor Bergman stated the public is looking for fiscal restraint, and he will not support the 4 percent increase in wages. Councilmember Edson stated he also has a problem with the proposed 4 percent increase, particularly since this is a one year contract. Councilmember Helliwell asked if the agreement would go to arbitration if it is not approved by the Council. Acting Manager Boyles stated he would return to the sergeants and indicate that the Council is not comfortable with it. Councilmember Helliwell noted that the staff report indicated that the sergeants have slipped in wages compared to other metropolitan communities. She asked staff to further explain. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 48 Acting Manager Boyles stated it is difficult to consider one element of the benefit package. He stated there are five comparable communities that would remain higher than Plymouth even if this increase were approved. Councilmember Vasiliou stated the public sector is growing the fastest in jobs and in salary increases. She is also concerned about the proposed 4 percent. Motion failed on a roll call vote: Helliwell aye; Edson, Tierney, Vasiliou, and Bergman nays. ITEM 8-M HEAD START TASK FORCE Acting Manager Boyles presented the staff report on the proposed Head Start Task Force. He suggested that the Council take formal action to establish the subcommittee or task force if it desires to do so. Councilmember Vasiliou stated she was contacted by former Senator Judy Traub about an alternative program that she would like the City to consider - Home Instruction for Preschool Youngsters. The primary difference between this program and Head Start is that it is home-based rather than center based, and parents commit to a 30 week program per child. Councilmember Tierney stated she had met with Milt Dale, Brian Warhol, and Marci Shapiro regarding the available options, and they have another meeting scheduled to consider additional options. Councilmember Vasiliou expressed concern that a committee is considering this issue and the Council has not formally established a committee or directed a committee to conduct meetings with other agencies. One issue she wants to consider is whether Plymouth can opt out of Head Start and use the funds for similar programs. She stated that question should first be answered before meetings are held with other agencies. MOTION was made by Councilmember Tierney, seconded by Councilmember Helliwell, to establish a Committee consisting of Housing Specialist Milt Dale, HRA Commissioner Brian Warhol, and Councilmember Joy Tierney to investigate Head Start options. Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ITEM 8-N STUDY SESSION MEETING TOPICS The Council reviewed the pending study session meeting topics. Regular Council Meeting January 25, 1993 Page 49 ITEM 8-P CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMORANDUM Acting Manager Boyles reported on the following items in the City Council Information Memorandum: upcoming meetings, meeting with commercial/ industrial brokers to discuss development climate, Water Quality Committee public information efforts, and Home Free meeting regarding annual membership fee. Councilmember Vasiliou stated she is interested in hearing the proposal of the alternate provider to Home Free. They indicate that they are providing the service at a substantially less cost. The meeting was adjourned at 11:46 p.m. CG-GG<-ei Cu_c_v City lerk