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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City Council for the City of SI. Joseph met in regular session
on Thursday, December 2, 2004 at 7:00 PM in the SI. Joseph City Hall.
Members Present: Mayor Larry Hosch. Councilors Gary Utsch, AI Rassier, Dale Wick, Ross Rieke. City
Administrator Judy Weyrens. i'
City Representatives Present: City Engineers Joe Bettendorf and Tracy Ekola, Public Works Director
Dick Taufen. '
Others Present: Mayor-elect Richard Carlbom, Jerry Vonkoff, Kiersten Cjerstad, Bruce Mohs, Bruce
Watkins
Aoorove Aoenda: Wick made a motion to approve the agenda with the following changes;
seconded by Rassier and passed unanimously.
Delete 3a
Delete 9b
Add 9b
Minutes
Initiative Foundation Funding Request
st. Joseph Volunteer Fire Department Report
Consent Aoenda: Wick made a motion to approve the consent agenda as followed; seconded by
Utsch.
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Bills Payable ~ Approve check numbers
Annual Licenses - Issue the 2005 Liquor, Amusement and Cigarette licenses as
presented. '
Community Fire Hall Rent - Accept the recommendation of the Fire Board and
increase the rental fee to $ 75.00 and the damage deposit to $ 200.00 per event.
2005 Budget - Adopt the resolution setting the budget for 2005 Budget and establish
the 2005 property tax levy.
2005 Park Board Budget - Accept the 2005 Park Board Budget approving the projects
included in the same.
Payment Application - Authorize the Mayor to execute Application for Payment #4 for
the Northland Plat 8 project and authorize payment to Molitor Excavating in the
amount of $ 20,529.68. ,
Contract Payment - Authorize the Mayor to execute Application for Payment #10 for
the 2003 Liberty Pointe Improve:nents and authorize payment to R.L. Larson in the
amount of $ 43,900.08.
Discussion: Rassier made a friendly amendment to pull item f from the Consent Agenda
and have it discussed during the Council Reports by Councilor Wick. The motion passed
unanimously.
Public Comments to the Aoenda: No one present wished to speak.
School Committee - Survev Results: School Committee members Hosch and Wick presented the
Council with the survey results as completed by SCSU Survey and Research. Hosch stated that the
School Committee consists of 10-12 citizens and two members of the City Council who have been
meeting once-twice a month. The goal of the committee is to bring a comprehensive K-12 educational
campus to the City of SI. Joseph.
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The Committee addressed the current education opportunities in SI. Joseph and the effects on the
community. Currently, there are two excellent K-6 options including Kennedy Elementary and SI. Josep
Lab School. However, there are some probiems with these two options, such as: . 1
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. Kennedy Elementary is at capacity. They have been adding temporary classrooms to handle
the increase in students.
. SI. Joseph Lab School generally has a waiting lisl.
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Hosch stated that the lack of education opportunities in SI. Joseph has a negative effect on the
community. Such affects included: there are no educational opportunities in 51. Joseph for students in
grades 7-12; SI. Joseph borders 5 School Districts with students scattered throughout the area; as a
result, students scatter after grade 6, which creates a loss of identity for these students.
Hosch presented the following demographic information: In 1980 SI. Joseph had a population of 2,994
with 544 households. That number has increased in 2005 to an estimated population of 5,951 and 1,710
households in 2005. With the population trend, it is estimated that by 2010 there will be 3,132 households
and in 2020 there will be 4,805 households. The increase in households will yield an increase in the
number of children. Based on those assumptions, the following chart is an estimate of the number of
children at the various school ages.
2002 2005 2010 2015 2020
Pre-School 21 39 55 71 83
Kindergarten 57 111 159 204 239
Grades 1-8 332 638 911 1,170 1,373
Grades 9-12 179 343 490 629 738
Average 91.1% 42.5% 28.5% 17.2%
Growth Rates
By 2020, it is estimated that SI. Joseph will have a population of 12,808 with 2,350 students in K-12. The
Committee compared the projected 2020 population for SI. Joseph with that of neighboring cities who
have their own school districts such as: Sauk Rapids, Fairmont, Cloquet, Worthington. The projected
populations and school sizes will be very similar between the 5 cities.
Wick presented the results of the survey that was completed in early summer by the SI. Cloud State
University Survey Center. The survey consisted of a phone survey, calling residents of the City of SI.
Joseph, SI. Wendel Township, SI. Joseph Township, Collegeville Township, and Avon Township. Of the
3000 phone numbers, 549 responded to the phone survey. Once they received an eligible respondent,
they were able to get participation from 8 of every 10; which resulted in an 82% cooperation rate. Due to
the high cooperation rate, they concluded that this is an important issue to SI. Joseph residents. The
margin of error for the survey was +/- 4%. The survey explored four main areas:
1. Satisfaction level with District 742.
When the respondents were asked of their satisfaction with District 742, the results showed that
people are either satisfied or dissatisfied. There is a very low percentage of people who are very
satisfied with the district as a whole as well as with the various individual schools in the district.
2. Where the children are being educated now?
The results show that only 38% of students are being enrolled in District 742. 28% of the respondents
are sending their children to another school district, 7% are being sent to a parochial school, and 2%
are being home schooled.
3. Reasons why parents are not enrolling their children in District 742
The most common reason as to why parents are not sending their children to schools in District 742
is proximity. Other reasons include education quality, school size, class size, religious reasons, and
transportation.
4. Thoughts on educational opportunities for the City.
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The highest percentage (35%) of respondents favor the creation of a new SC~OOI districl. 30% favor a 1
new school within the 742 School District. 18% are happy with the current situation and 12% favor !
partnering with another school district. 78% of the respondents desire a change from the current
situation.
Wick also presented the following statistical information: 91 % of the respondents own their own home,
72% are working, and 62% have chiidr'3n. 45% of the respondents have been residents for 6-10 years
and 32% have been residents for >20 Y&ars. Based on those statistics, it shows that the respondents are
people who would be directly influenced by the City's decision regarding a possible K-12 educational
complex in SI. Joseph. "
Bruce Watkins spoke on behalf of the 742 School District and thanked the school committee for the
information that was presented and stated that he looks forward to working with them in the future. Rieke
thanked the committee as well for their presentation and dedication. Rassier stated that the "ball- is now
in the court of 742 for things to move forward. Hosch stated that the City needs this type of amenity to
allow the City to grow. Bruce Mohs also spoke on behalf of the Board of Education and stated that he
looks forward to hearing their presentation for the School District. There will be a community linkage
meeting at Kennedy School on Wednesday December 8, 2004 at 6:45 PM. Mohs encouraged members
of the City to be present at this meeting to share their vision and ideas.
CITY ENGINEER REPORTS
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2005 Improvement Proiects: Bettendorf requested authorization to request bids for the 2005 Cloverdale
and Hill Street Improvements. It is anticipated that bids will be opened on January 9, 2005 with the
Council consider the same on January 20, 2005.
Rassier made a motion adopting the resolution authorizing the advertisement for bids for the 2005
Improvement Projects. The motion was seconded by Wick and passed unanimously. I
Hosch questioned the outcome of the neighborhood meetings with the residents !Of the proposed I
improvement area. Bettendorf stated that in his opinion the meetings were beneficial to the neighborhood
and City as well. The property owners were able to meet with each resident and explain the impact of the
improvemenl. Rassier stated that he believes this type of meeting should be held with the residents for '
each major improvement project in the future.
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North EastlWest Transoortation Stu~ Bettendorf requested the Council begin the process to access the
federal funding for the North east/west Transportation Study. Before the City can request proposals. a I
project memorandum must be prepared. Bettendorf stated the project memorandum should not exceed ~
cost of $ 2500.00. Once Mndot has accepted the memorandum, the City can request proposals and then
select a consulting firm to complete the study. ! I
Utsch made a motion authorizing SEH to prepare the project memorandum for the North eastlwe~t
Transportation Study as requested. The motion was seconded by Rieke and passed unanimously.
Draft Caoitallmorovement Plan: Bettendorf presented the Council with the first draft of the Public Works
Capital Improvement Plan. Weyrens stated that the Department Heads have been working on completing
a five year Capital Improvement Plan with the intent of finalizing the document in 2005. Bettendorf stated
that the project identified below are not in any specific order, rather they are needs that the City will hav~
to fund over the upcoming years. Once the Council has reviewed the projects, the Council will need to I
prioritize the list and determine funding. At this meeting the Councii will not be asked to make any
decisions, rather accept the information for future consideration. '
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a. Land for Water Tower. The City will need to acquire a 2-acre parcel for a second water tower,
which should be centrally located. Estimated land cost: $ 50,000. Estimated Year of Purchase:
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b. New Water Tower. The City is looking to construct a 750,000-gallon water tower. The Water
system study dated August 8, 2004 indicates a current shortage of 40,000 gallons. With projected
growth and future service to SI. Wendel, the projected total storage need is approximately
700,000 gallons by 2008. The city's current storage capacity is 500,000 gallons. Constructing a
new tower in 2008 will allow for a two-year breather after funding a new water treatment planl.
The project construction cost includes $ 1,494,00 for the tower and $ 675,000 for the feeder main
and site improvements.
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c. Millstream Park Driveway & Parking: This plan provides for paving the existing 39,000 square-
foot parking lot and driveway with a three and one-half inch thick bituminous layer. The existing
pavement would be reclaimed. A six-inch aggregate base would be used along the north drive
and an eight-inch aggregate base would be used under the east lot, along the Watab River. This
plan also includes a block retaining wall along the west half of the north edge of the drive and a
six-inch curb continuing along the north, east and west edges of the parking 101. A pond will be at
the south end of the parking 101. The projected cost for this is $ 153.000 and is scheduled for
2006.
d. St. Wende/ Trunk Sewer. Construction of a trunk sewer line to serve SI. Wendel Township. The
trunk sewer line would be extended from the existing pump station which is located just north of
CR 75 and it would extend North across the Wobegon Trail and end just south of 320'" Street.
This would accommodate the area north of Northland and would be a dead end until SI. Wendel
comes into the City. This plan would provide for 6,000 feet of trunk sanitary sewer to serve SI.
Wendel Township. The funding schedule assumes that approximately 66% of the entire length of
the trunk sewer will be assessed at a rate equivalent to the probable cost of an 8" sanitary sewer
of the same length. plus the probable acquisition costs of the associated utility and construction
easements. The balance of the funding is scheduled to come from bonding covered by future
sewer trunk fees. The plan assumes a construction width of 100', induding 50' (6.9acres) of
acquired perpetual utility easements and 50' (6.9 acres) of acquired temporary easements. The
estimated total is $ 1,406,000 of which $ 401,000 comes from assessments and $1,005,000
comes from bonding with trunk fees. Estimated construction date: 2007
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e. SI. Wendel Water Main: Construction a 16" water main to serve the SI. Wendel Township. The
funding schedule assumes the entire length of water main and will be assessed at a rate
equivalent to the probable cost of constructing a 10- water main plus the probable cost of the
utility easements. The balance of the funding is scheduled to come from bonding covered by
future water main trunk fees. The plan accounts for 65' of construction width, induding 15' within
the right of way and 10' (1.4 acres) within perpetual construction easements and 40' (5.7 acres)
within temporary construction easements. The estimated total is $ 772,000 of which $ 553,000
will come from assessments and $ 219,000 will come from bonding with trunk fees. Estimated
construction date: 2007
f. Wobegon We/come Center - S. Parking Lot: Construction of the South parking lot for the
Wobegon Welcome Center. The north parking lot, which was designed to handle automobile
traffic only, was completed in 2004. The south lot is designed to handle automobiles and vehides
with snowmobile trailers. An easement will be required to access the lot from the intersection of
Elm Street east and First Avenue Northeasl. The current design for the parking lot also assumes
that a parcel of land will be obtained from Mark Lambert. A cost for right-of-way was not induded
due to pending negotiations with both property owners. Cost figures will change if the existing
parking lot is incorporated into the site. The estimated cost is $ 114,000 and estimated
construction date is 2005.
g. Southwest Trunk Sewer: Construction of a trunk sewer to serve the "Gateway" area. This plan
provides for 8,500 feet of 24- trunk sanitary sewer to be constructed along the south fork of the
Watab River, from the existing Main Lift Station to 1-94. The pipe will be sized to serve growth to
the west from the current city limits to 1-94, and along CSAH 2 southwest to 1-94. The plan
accounts for a construction width of 100', including 50' of acquired utility easements and 50' of
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acquired temporary construction easements, or approximately 7.5 acres for each. The estimated
cost is $ 2,641,000. I
h. Watab Stonn Sewer Rep/acement: The 18-inch storm sewer south of CSAH 75, which leads to
the outlet discharging into the South Fork of the Watab River, is in dire need of replacemenl.
Photographs of the interior of the pipes indicate that the 600' to 800' section between the outlet
and Hollow Park are badly cracked and failing under the weight of the ground above. The sewer
is overloaded and backups have impacted the bageball park. This plan provides for
approximately 930 feet of 36-inch and 30-inch storm sewer which connects to the existing line
upstream from the damaged section and runs along the southerly right-of-way of Old Highway
feeding directly into the Watab River. The final leg of the proposed storm sewer was increased in
size from 30 inches to 36 inches in order to accommodate increased runoff from future
development west of Hollow Park. It is proposed to repair and upsize the remaining sections of
pipe when the street surfaces covering the pipe need replacemenl. The estimated cost: $
107,000. Estimated construction: 2006.
i. CSAH 75 Relief Storm Sewer: As the downtown area develops with more impervious area, the
existing system will need to be expanded to accommodate the increased runoff. This plan
provides for the construction of approximately 1,000 linear feet of new storm sewer and two new
drainape structures to provide relief to existing storm sewers at College Avenue NW/CSAH 75
and l' Avenue NW/CSAH 75. The estimated cost for this project is $ 176,000. Estimated
Construction: 2009. '
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Rep/ace 12" Sanitary Sewer Under CSAH 75: This plan provides for the construction of a 30-
PVC trunk line to be jacked and bored under CSAH 75 south of the main lift station. This line Will
be able to handle increased wastewater flow, including wastewater carried by the new southwest
trunk sewer. Depending upon the timing of the construction, this line will connect to either the
existing main lift station or the new upgraded lift station. This is estimated at $ 264,000. This is
not urgent, but is something that the City should start planning for.
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k. Replace Sanitary Sewer East of Date Street: In 2001, 457 feet of 10" vitfeous clay pipe sanitary I
sewer west of 1 'I Avenue NW was restored using a trenchless, resin tube installation technology:
This pian provides for using the same process to reconstruct 500' of 8" vìtreous clay pipe from
Date Street, east of 1" Avenue NE. It is recommended to do this again due to problems of root
intrusion. Estimated cost: $ 20,600. Estimated construction: 2005.
I. 2006 Interior Street Improvement: This plan provides for the reconstruction of the aging 1 'I
Avenue NElSE, 3"' Avenue NE/SE. Able Street East and the alley south of Minnesota Street
Easl. The estimated probable cost includes reconstruction of the pavement, curb and gutter,
sanitary sewer, water main and storm sewer. This is needed to bring these streets up to code.
Estimated construction: 2006. Estimated cost $1,813,000.
m. Gateway Commons Utility Extension - Sewer: This plan provides for a lift station and 3,200 feet I
of 8" force main sanitary sewer to serve the Gateway Commons Developmenl. The plan includes
the cost to jack and bore under West Minnesota Streel. The estimated cost is $ 498,000 and I
Bettendorf stated that the developer would be required to pay a large portion of the cost with the
City paying for part of the extension. Estimated construction: 2006.
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n. Gateway Commons Utility Extens/on - Water: This plan provides for the construction of 1,350 I
feet of 12" water main to serve the Gateway Commons property, including the probable cost to I
jack and bore under West Minnesota Streel. Bettendorf stated that this is not a forced water main
and this would benefit the abutting properties as well. Estimated construction 2006. Estimated I
cost: $ 183,000.
o. Stationary Generator for CR 121 Lift Station: This plan provides for the purchase of a 100 kW I
stationary generator with an auto-transfer switch and a sound attenuation package for the CR 121
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Lift Station. This purchase will free up the portable generator to be used at the other lift stations
as needed. The construction of the stationary generator for the CR 121 lift station should coincide
with the construction of the lift station designed to serve the Gateway Commons development.
The estimated cost for this project is $ 80,000 with an estimated construction date of 2006.
Rassier questioned whether or not each new lift station would need its own generator. Bettendoñ
stated that no, they would nol. This lift station would serve a large area so it would be good to have a
separate generator for this location.
p. Arcon Phase 1: The Arcon Development will be required to oversize sanitary sewer trunk lines
and water mains so that surrounding areas may also be served. The Aroon development is
currently in the preliminary platting process. The first submittal of the preliminary plat and
preliminary service area analyses indicate that portions of the sanitary gravity sewer will need to
be oversized from 10 inches to 15 inches and portions of the water main will need to be oversized
from 10 inches to 12 inches. This plan provides for the initial oversizing costs to be paid for by the
City and recouped through future trunk fees. A portion of the development will be served with the
future construction of a new lift station south of the existing 121 lift station. This project has an
estimated cost of $ 212,000 and a projected construction date of 2006.
q. Main Lift Stat/on Upgrade: This plan provides for upgrading the main lift station from an average
daily flow capacity of 600,000 gallons per day (gpd) to approximately 1,000,000 gpd. This
upgrade will be necessary to accommodate the wastewater requirements of future growth. This is
nothing that needs to be completed right away, but the City needs to start budgeting for this. This
is estimated at $580,000.
r. Seal Coat Streets: This plan provides for an annual maintenance program to improve skid
resistance and extend the life of bituminous pavements. This should be done routinely. The
estimated cost is $25,000 a year beginning in 2005 with a five-year estimate of $ 132,730.
Uodate - Current Proiects: Ekola discussed the current projects and their status.
a. Ca/laway: This project is substantially completed, however the bituminous wear course will be
completed in 2005.
b. 16" Avenue SEe The water/sewer extension between 16" and Pond View Ridge 7 is complete.
c. 2004 Co/lege Add/tion: This project is substantially completed. There are some punch list items
that must be done this year and this is scheduled to be complete in 2005.
d. North/and 8: This project is substantially completed as well, however the bituminous wear course
will be completed in 2005.
e. Foxmore Hollow: This project is located west on CR 121. The curb and gutter is complete and the
utilities have been installed. The final grading for this project is almost done. The street light
conductor has already been installed as well and the lights should be put up this winter. The
sidewalk is scheduled to be complete next year.
f. Morningside Acres 2: This project is located near Foxmore Hollow and is similar in status. There
are a few small items that need to be completed as well. There is a developer who is anxiously
waiting to begin development of the North side of the pial. They will begin applying for building
permits in the near future. The final grading for the south side should be completed next spring as
well as the retaining wall adjacent to homes abutting 103'" Avenue.
Water Plant - Test Well: Bettendoñ reported on the land search status for the new filtration plant.
Previously the Council drilled a test well north of Lake Sara near the Gateway Commons Site. This site
was selected as the City was working with the property owner to develop the adjacent property with a
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large commercial development. During recent discussions with the property owner, it was discovered that
the property would be cost prohibitive, both in land price and the municipal use of valuable commercial
property. Bettendorf stated that he and City staff have been working with an a property owner near
County Road 2 and Interstate 94 (Glatzel Fanm). The owner is willing to sell some acreage along the
frontage road. The land is surround by wetland, which would provide protection for the water tower.
Bettendorf stated that they have contacted the Health Department to review the adjacent land uses and
viability of the property.
At this time the Council will need to drill a test well tù determine the quality and quantity of water.
Bettendorf contacted Traut Well, who completed the previous test well, and they have agreed to extend
their contract using the same quantity pricing. The estimated cost of the test well is $ 13,000 to $ 15,000
Traut can complete the test well prior to December 25, 2004. If the tests do not give good results, there is
another piece of land across the street that may be a possibility. That piece of land is currently owned by
the State of Minnesota. It was sold to the State from the Glatzel's to be used for a gravel pil. Since, the
Glatzel's would like that piece of property back, Bettendorf stated that they are looking at ways of getting
the State to transfer the property to the Glatzel's as part of the land compensation. Bettendorf clarified
that at this time the City does not have any intention of extending utilities beyond Interstate 94.
Rassier made a motion to extend the existing contract with Traut Wells to drill a test well on the
Glazel property as requested by the City Engineer. The motion was seconded by Rieke and
passed unanimously.
CR 121 Sidewalks: Wick stated that hH has been contacted about construction flaws in the sidewalks
adjacent to the new developments and questioned who is responsible for assuring they are repaired.
Bettendorf stated that if they are near the new developments, the developer would be responsible for
fixing the sidewalks, However, if they were existing problems before the new development started, it
would be the County responsibility. Bettendorf stated that his staff will contact the contractors to
determine sidewalk defaults. .
MAYOR REPORTS
Street Namino: Hosch stated that there had been some concerns with the naming of "Fir Street".
Residents have been getting confused between Fir Street and First Avenue because they are so similar.
Weyrens stated that the City can send a letter to the residents in the affected area and get their opinion
on a possible street name change. Some of the Council members suggested changing it from a street to,
an avenue or lane. Utsch stated that it would be better to keep it a street to be consistent with the layout I
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Junk Car Ordinance: Hosch stated that he would like to have the Council review the Junk Car Ordinance
and look at how that affects certain businesses in the City. There is one business owner that this Is 1
affecting. Previously, when this was reviewed, the Council and the business owner agreed that he would
put up a fence around his property. That was not done, however. Weyrens stated that to change the i
Ordinance would require an Ordinance Amendmenl. So, she questioned the Council on what it should be
changed to. Utsch and Rassier stated that due to the fact that this is for only one business owner, the I
entire Ordinance should not be amended.
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Rassier stated it is his opinion that if someone requests an Ordinance Amendment, they should propose:
the actual verbiage for Council consideration. Hosch suggested that this one property owner be exempt
from some of the terms in the Junk Car Ordinance. Rassier stated that they should not exempt one I
property owner because there may be other auto repair businesses that come into the City who may also
be affected by the Ordinance. Utsch stated that this business is having issues with the Ordinance due to
the small lot size. Weyrens stated'that their problems are not due to an Ordinance change, rather due to
lack of enforcemenl. This topic was not on the agenda for the meeting, so Wick stated that nothing should
be done at this time. Hosch would like to have this issue taken care of before his tenm is over and he feels
that they can find a solution.
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State Budoet: Hosch stated that the current deficit is $ 700 million and with inflation, a realistic number
would be $ 1.4 billion. Because of the deficit, he stated that cities need to be aware that LGA will be
looked at again this year.
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Federal Transoortation Bill: Hosch stated that the Federal Transportation Bill induded eight projects in
the SI. Cloud Area, and none of the projects were selected fOr funding. Rassier stated that the lack of
funding indicates that the area Cities need to have a stronger voice to secure transportation funding.
Defibrillators: Hosch stated that the City has received two external difibulators from the Centra Care
Heart Center free of charge. One will be kept at the Fire Hall and the other will be kept in City Hall. The
Heart Center plans to provide the area Cities with the needed defibrillators for public facilities and
emergency vehicles. Once they are equipped, they will start placing the equipment in schools and public
meeting rooms.
COUNCIL REPORTS
RIEKE
EDA: Rieke stated that the Council has a copy of the EDA monthly report in their packets for review.
RASSIER - No Report
WICK
Park Board: Rassier raised some concerns regarding the proposed 2005 Park Board Budget. He
questioned the Millstream Parking lot and the Wobegon Trail Parking lot and where the funding will come
from. Wick stated that some of the funding will come from the Yo cent sales tax, but they are not yet sure if
it will pass. Rassier stated that he doesn't want the City to extend itself for these projects and then be
unable to fund the projects if the sales tax doesn't pass. For example the bathrooms for Northland and
Kleinfelter were included in the Yo cent sales tax question. Rassier further clarified that not all of these
projects will be done unless the funding is available. Wick stated that any expenditure over $ 3,000
requires approval by the City Council. If funding is not available, the project will not be completed. The
Park Board spent the majority of 2004 completing the Capital Improvement Plan and the plan is
contingent upon revenues from development and sales tax. The Park Board is also in the process of
submitting a grant request to the DNR for park funding. Approval of the 2005 Park Board Budget allows
the Park Board to complete the projects identified provided funding is available.
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Utsch made a motion to accept the 2005 Park Board Capital Improvement Plan with the
understanding that projects can only be completed if the funding is available. The motion was
seconded by Wick and passed unanimously.
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Sidewalks- 12th Street: Ut~ch requested an update on the snow removal for residents with sidewalks
abutting two sides ot their property. Weyrens stated that at the next meeting they will have infOrmation
showing the associated costs of snow removal for sidewalks. The infOrmation will provide the Council
with alternatives of snow removal for all sidewalk or portions thereof.
ADMINISTRATOR REPORTS
WAC/SAC Fees - Sand Companies: The City Council on September 9,2004 adopted Ordinance 44,
Water/Sewer Access. This new Ordinance changed the formula for calculating Water and Sewer Access
fees for commerciaVindustrial and R3 Developmenl. Effective January 1, 2005, R3 structures must pay a
WAC/SAC fee for each unit compared to a per bedroom method. Sand Companies platted their property
and submitted a development plan under the old fees. Both the Planning Commission and the City
Council approved their plan. At the same time the Ordinance was amended HeidlHerges platted
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Foxmore Hollow and included in their development agreement was the right to use the WAC/SAC formula
in place at the time of approval. Sand Companies is requesting the same consideration. '
Rassier made a motion to allow Sand Companies to pay the WAC/SAC fees based on the 2004
WAC/SAC formula and to consider the fee reduction a contribution from the City as a relief for ,
their government funding. Further, this approval is only valid for the approved site plan that is on i
file with the Development Agreement. If the site plan changes, the new WAC/SAC formula will be I
applied. The motion was seconded by Rieke and passed unanimously. I
SI. Joseoh Volunteer Fire Departme"t R"port: ~ren3 ¡Ji'Gsented the Council with the Fire Report for thJ
period June 1, 2004 - November 30, 2004. The following is a summary of the report:
2003
2004
17,310
114
61
Total Fire cost $
Total Fire Calls
City of 81. Joseph Calls
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18,590
156
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Rassier made a motion accepting the St. Joseph Volunteer Fire Department Report as submitted
The motion was seconded by Wick and passed unanimously.
Meetinos: Weyrens reported on the following upcoming meetings:
· December 16, 2004 - Regular Meeting is canceled and replaced with a meeting at 5:30 PM
to discuss utility extensbn to the ~. W(;ndzl area.
· January 3, 2005 - City Council will be meeting at 6:00 PM with the new Mayor and
Councilors receiving the Oath of Office at the end of the meeting.
· January 6, 2005 - Regular meeting of the Council
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Newlv Elected Officials Conference: Weyrens reported that she has just received the information for the
League sponsored Newly Elected Conference and requested authorization to register Mayor Elect
Carlbom and Councilor Elect Symanientz.
Wick made a motion authoring the registration to the Newly Elected conference for Carlbom and I
Symanietz as requested by Weyrens. The motion was seconded by Rieke and passed '
unanimously. '
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Capital Eouipment: The cable commission is looking to purchase a projection machine for presentations!
Weyrens stated that the cost for a one-time use is $17þ. It may be in the City's best interest to purchase I
either a new or used machine. This item will be discussed at a future meeting.
Adioum: Wick made a motion to adjourn at 9:25; seconded by Utsch and passed unanimously.
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