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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999 [02] Feb 18 Page 3475 February 18,1999 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City Council for the City of St. Joseph met in regular session on Thursday, February 18, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in th~ St. Joseph City Hall. Members Present: Chair Kenneth J. Hiemenz.· Councilors Bob Loso, Ken Twit, Cory Ehlert, Mary Niedenfuer. Deputy Clerk Judy Weyrens. I Others Present: Steve Streng, Joanne Zipp, Lee Zípp, Dick Taufen, Peter Omann. ADDrove Aoenda: Loso made a motion to approve the agenda with the addition of Street Name Change under the City Engineer Reports. The motion was seconded by Ehlert. Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer I Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Consent Aoenda: Loso made a motion to approve the consent agenda as follows; seconded by Ehlert. . a. St. Joseph Fire Department Exemption from Lawful Gambling License. Fundraiserto be held on April 16, 1999 at the La Playette. b. 1999 Sweeper School - Registration fee $ 40 per person; St. Paul. REQUESTED ACTION: Authorize attendance of Jim Marthaler and Mike Sworski. . c. Annual Planning Institute - April 29, 1999, St. Paul; $ 85.00 per registrant. REQUESTED ACTION: Autho!ÏZe .attendance DfKalinowski, Graeve, utsch and Carlson and payment of registration fee. ! d. Execution of seNice contract with Feneis Signs for maintenance of Community Sign - $ 105.00 per month. Discussion: Loso veriñed that ihe expenditure for the Street SweepingWo1f<shop is deducted from the street Sweeping Budget. Loso also questioned the seNice contract for.ihe CDl1JI11llDÏty Sign. He .sfatedj¡¡JJis opinion 1he signhas been troublesome. Weyrens stated that Feneis has responded to the questions of the City Office apd the .ÆU1reDffy].sjn1he.proœSSDfbeiDg repaired. _ Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedentuer Nays: None. Mafum Carried 5:0.:0 I Aoorove Minutes: Twit made a motion to approve the minutes ofthe January 28, 1999 special Council meeting with the following .correction: TlJe1IlÌllU!es wiD.be re-typedusing íbe-s!andard . ¡ minute format. The motion was seconded by Loso. Ayes: Hiel)lenz,Losa, Twit,EhIert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Ehlert made.-amotio.nlaJlpprove the minutes of FebruaryJS,.1999 with the foIlowingcorreclion: delete the duplication of a sentence under Twit's report, City Office Operations. The moUon was seconded by Twit. Ayes: Hiemenz, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: Nor¡e. .Abstain:Loso .Motion Carried 4:0:1 Bills Pavable: Loso made a motion to approve the bills payable check numbers 26430 - 26539 as presenteØ; seconded by.Ehlert. Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: Nol;Ie..Motíon .carried .5:0:0 OVertime & Callouts: Loso made a motion to approve the overtime as presented; seconded by Twit. Ayes: Hîemenz, loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: NoJ1ft. ~nfinn ~"rriA<1 .5:0:0 I ODen to the Public: No one present wished to speak. , Page 3476 , I February 18, 1999 I Department Head Reports - Dick Taufen, Public Works Director Snow Plow Damaoes: Public Works Director Dick Taufen presented an Incident Complaint from the property owners at 121 East Minnesota Street. The complaint alleges that someone from the City Maintenance Department damaged their retaining wall while removing snow. Taufen stated that it is possible the Department damaged the wall while removing snow and indicated the Maintenance staff could repair the damage. Loso made a motion to repair the damage to the retaining wall at 121 East Minnesota Street; seconded by Niedenfuer. Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Generator - Y2K Needs: Taufen discussed the need to purchase or rent a generator for the well and filtration system. Should the power go out on January 1, 2000 the City does not have backup energy. The generator would not only use useful for the transition to the year 2000, but also in the event of a disaster. I Taufen bIießy discussed the history of a prior attempt to purchase a generator. In 1992 the City accepted bids for a generator but the bids received were much higher than the amount budgeted. Shortly after that the City contemplated purchasing a used generator but determined it would not be a prudent decision to purchase it as replacement parts may be difficult to obtain. Taufen stated that if the City is interested in purchasing a generator it should be done immediately as it is his understanding they are already back ordered. . Loso questioned if the Fire Hall generator could be moved. Taufen responded that the generator at the Fire Hall is a permanent fIXture in the facility. Further, if a problemldisasterwould occur the Fire Hall would need the generator. I When questioned about the number of generators the City needs to purchase, Taufen responded two. Further, when County Road 121 is imprOVed the residents adjacent have expressed interest in obtaining municipal services. If this is the case, a lift station will be needed for sewer service and one ofthe generators could be used in that facility. Ehlert made a motion to allow Jim Graeve question Taufen. The motion was seconded by Niedenfuer. Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Jim GraèVe questioned what emergency services could be shared between jurisdictions and if the generator could be shared. Taufen responded that in his opinion it would not be feasible to jointly purchase a generator with another City. If a disaster occurs everyone would need the generator simultaneously. Loso made a motion authorizing Dick Taufen to secure bids to purchase the necessary generators. The bids should include financing options such as lease purchase and out right purchase. The motion was seconded ~ Twit. Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuef Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 I Water Reoort: Taufen presented the 1998 Annual Water Report. The Council discussed the water pumping ratio versus the water billed. Taufen indicated that the industry considers it acceptable if a municipality can collect 80% of the water pumped. During 1998 the City averaged a collection rate of 87%. loso made a motion to accept the 1998 Annual Water Report as presented; seconded by Twit. . Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Page 3477 February 18,1999 ComDost Site: Tom Dullinger, owner of Reliable Roll-off has offered to operate the compost area for 1999. In addition to operating the compost site, Dullinger is proposing¡ to place three dumpsters at the site where residents could deposit appliances, construction material and tires. The resident disposing of the additional items would pay Dullinger at the I~me of disposal. The Council was supportive of the concept and requested that Dullinger appear at a Mure meeting with a proposal for such services. I Wastewater School: Taufen discussed with the Council his need to fulfill his Wastewater License requirements and requested authorization to attend a Wastewater Operallions Seminar March 17 _ March 19. At the February 4 meeting he requested to attend a one da)r seminar, but since that time has learned that particular seminar would not fulfill his license requirement. Therefore, he has cancelled that registration in lieu of attending the above mentioned s<~minar. Niedenfuer made a motion authoIizing the payment of the $150.00 registration fee forthe above mentioned seminar. The motion was seconded by Loso. Ayes: Hiemenz, loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Street Uoht Reouest: Taufen stated that he met with NSP representative! Ron Hoglund to discuss installing a street light at 1st Avenue NE and County Road 2. The proposal places the street light on the City side of 1 st Avenue NE and the only cost the City will incur is the monthly electric cost of approximately $ 8.80 per month. Twit made a motion requesting NSP install a street light at 1st Avenue NE and County Road 2; seconded by Ehlert. Ayes: Hiemenz, loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Other Matters: Taufen discussed with the Council the recent changes in bleacher requirements. The existing bleachers at the Millstream park may not meet the spacing requirements. The Council was in agreement that the spacing would need to be adjusted if they do not meet the requirements. Ehlert responded that he will also discuss this matter with the St. Joseph Recreation Association. I Planning Commission Matters SKN Procerties: EDA Director, Chad Carlson presented the preliminary plat ofSKN Properties. The proposed plat includes four lots. The property owner is requesting to plat the property to fully utilize Tax Increment Financing. Car1son clarified that since utilities win not be constructed at this time, it will not be necessary to execute a Developer's Agreement. loso made a motion approving the preliminary plat of SKN Properties as recommended by trn~ Planning Commission with the following contingencies. The motion was seconded by Twit. 1. Elimination of 305th Street 2. The Southem property line of lot 001, Block 001 will be exte:nded south to the middle of the easement of 305'" Street as platted on the Borgert IndustIial Parle Plat 2, providing access to all lots. 3. Fulfillment ofthe park dedication fees. Discussion: Twit questioned if the County Engineer's comments: requesting consideration of access to the unplatted property has been considered. Carlson responded that it has been considered by eliminating the southem Jot Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 US West Communications - Scecial Use Reouest: Car1son presented the Planning Commission's recommendation regarding the Special Use Request of US West. Hiemenz reported that he has discussed the health and safety concems expressed by the Planning Commission. It is the opinion of the City Attomey that the City cannot refuse the request on the question of potential health lisks posed by antennas. The FCC has det ~rrnined that antennas do not present a health risk and municipalities do not have the fight to over rule the FCC. I Page 3478 February 18, 1999 I Niedenfuer reiterated the concerns raised at the public hearing and encouraged the Council to re consider allowing additional antennas. In Niedenfuer's opinion information is available to indicate potential health risks posed by antennas. Loso and Twit stated that based on information presented by the City Attomey the City does not have a light to deny the antennas due to health concems. Ken Nielsen, representative of US West briefly discussed the transmission power ofthe proposed antennas. He stated that television and radio towers exceed the transmission power of the proposed antennas. Loso made a motion to accept the following resolution of the Planning Commission and approve the Special Use Request of US West to place three antennas on the City Water Storage Facility. The motion was seconded by Ehlert. Re:roIution of Finding The request of US West Communication for a Special Use Permit came before the Planning Commission at a public healing held on February 8, 1999. The purpose of the hearing was to consider the issuance of a Special Use Permit. The Permit is being requested to aHow placement of a wireless telecommunications antenna on the City Water Tower. i I I I St. Joseoh Code of Ordinance 58.3. The construction and maintenance of a commercial tower shall be permitted within the foUowing zoning classifications, pursuant to a conditional use permit granted in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance. Amateur radio, television towers and exempted dishes shall not require a Conditional Use Permit. Subd. 4. General Business. Building Mounted Antennas, Exempted Dishes and antennas not attached to a tower. St. JoseDh Code of Ordinance 58.11 states the placement of a wireless telecommunication antennas on roofs or walls of existing buildings or structures shall be approved ~ the City as a conditional use permit provided that the antennas meet the requirements of this Ordinance. The request has been submitted ~ US West Wireless LLC. 426 N. Fairview, St. Paul, MN 55104. Notice of this matter was duly served and published. In consideration of the information presented to the Planning Commission and Its application to the Comprehensive Plan and Ordinances of the City of St. Joseph, the Planning Commission makes the following findings: The propoSed use Is consistent with the standards for a Special Use Permit as stated in St. Joseoh Code of Ordinances 52.8 Subd.4. Ca-k). with the exception of fa) and Cd). Ayes: Hiemenz, loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 I Final Plat- Buettner Industrial Park: Carlson presented the Final Plat for the Buettner Industlial Park. The plat is similar to the Preliminary Plat and all the requested corrections have been completed. loso questioned the park dedication fees and how they will be calculated. Carlson responded that Buettner has determined it would not be feasible to move the existing trees in the Plat in lieu of cash payment. Therefore, he will be contIibuting 2% of the raw market land price. The Council will have the opportunity to review the land price before accepting the cash payment. Twit made a motion to accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve the Buettner Industrial Park Final Plat with the following contingencies; seconded ~ Ehlert. 1. Final approval by the City Engineer Page 3479 February 18, 1999 2. Final approval by the City Attorney I Discussion: The Council brietfy discussed the land needed to acquire far the realignment of County Road 133. It was clariñed the existing crossing at CR 1133 will be closed leaving a right on and right off on the abandoned portion of CR 133. Carlsen reported that one individual will be negotiating all the right-of-way purchaSE1 transactions and they are in the process. Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Engineer Reports Street Name Chance Reauest: Weyrens presented a Special Ordinance 1999-1 to allow the renaming of Crestview Court to Cary Court (located in Pond View 4). Steams County Emergency Services has requested the City change the name as St. Wendel Township currently has a Crestview Court and Crestview Drive. The duplication of names makes it difficult for emergency services. Weyrens stated that in the future all developers will need to provide proof that Emergency Services has approved Street Names before a preliminary plat hearing is conducted. This additional process will prevent such error. loso made a motion to approve the following Special Ordinance; seconded by Niedenfuer.. Special Ordinance 1999-1 Ordinance Renaming A Street The City Council of the City of St. Joseph hereby ORDAINS: That the Street identified in the plat of Pond View Ridge Four as ·Crestview Court", shall be renamed to 'Cary Court". This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to Minn stat. § 440.11. This Ordinance shall be considered a special or limited Ordinance to be maintained in the, Appendix of the St. Joseph Code of Ordinances as defined in Seclíon 10.2 of the Code. I Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carned 5:0:0 Mav Bowie License: Weyrens stated that this year the May Bowie will be, held at the College of St. Benedict on May 1, 1999. Since a special liquor license is required the Council will need to approve the application and license. At this time the Police Chief has not had the opportunity to review the license and Weyrens requested this matter be table until Marc:h 4, 1999. Cable Commission Requests Meetino Fees: The Council reviewed the request of the Cable Commission to be compensated $20.00 for meetings and updati11gthe system. Hiemenz daIified that at this time aU subsidiary Board/Commissions ofthe Council are compensated $15.00 per meetir1!:I. Loso stated it was his understanding !be CouncilíncreasedtbemeetingfeesJor-8ll Boards/Commissions and Councilors by $5.00. Hiemenz stated it was his understanding the Council considered increasing the meetin9-fees dulingtbe Blldget.process,buí naYer .authorized the inc:rease. Niedenfuer and Twit concurred with Hiemenz. Loso made a motion to increase the meeting fee for aU Boards, Commission and MembelS Dfthe CaunciLby..$5.00. f'!ffArliveMarchl, 1£199. The motion was seconded by Ehlert Discussion: Hiemenz stated it was his understanding the CoußC17 could not increase their compensation until after an election. Lose stated that the montJ1Iy salary cannot be increased, but the meeting fee is not considered part of a councllor's salary and can be I Page 3480 February 18, 1999 I increased. Weyrens will verify with the League of Minnesota Cities that it is permissible to increase the meeting fees before an election. Ayes: Loso, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: Hiemenz, Twit Motion Carried 3:2:0 I Job DescIiDtions: Cable Commissioner Tom Nahan presentedjob descriptions for the AudioNKleo Camera Operator and Infochannel Script Producer. Loso made a motion to approve the Job Descliptions as presented; seconded by Ehlert. I Ayes: Hiemenz, loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer ! Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Audio Eouioment: Nahan presented a proposal to update the audio system in the City Hall. The proposal includes purchasing 4 additional microphones and rewiling the existing microphones with shielded wire. The total cost of the update is approximately $ 939.00. Niedenfuer made a motion to approve the audio system update as presented; seconded by Ehlert. Ayes: . Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 City Insurance - Peter Omann Additional ProDertv CoveraGe: City Insurance Agent Peter Omann discussed the recent vandalism claim on the hockey link lights. It was discovered the City did not have insurance coverage on the lights and poles. Therefore, the City will need to add the property to the policy and the company has agreed to re-consider the claim and will attach a 10% penalty. Omann requested the Council assign a value on the lights and poles in both ball fields so they can be added to the insurance coverage. Ehlert stated that he will contact someone from the Recreation Association to determine a value. . Umbrella Insurance: Every year the City must review the option of additional liability insurance (Umbrella Insurance). The additional insurance would provide coverage of one million dollars above the torte liability. The cost of the additional insurance is approximately $ 5,400.00. Ehlert made a motion to deny the Umbrella Insurance Coverage; seconded by Loso. Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Boller & Machinery Coveraoe: Omann presented an insurance plan to cover the boiler and mechanical items in the Fire Hall. During discussion it was determined the Fire Hall does not have a boiler and the majority of the equipment in the Fire Hall is under extended product warranty. Therefore, the Council rejected the additional insurance option. Elected and ADDointed Officials Insurance Coveraoe: Omann discussed the different types of insurance available to elected and appointed offICials. The City has the option of purchasing Workers Compensation Insurance ($12.00 per year, per member) and/or Disability Insurance ($12.95 per year, per member) for the Council.andBoard members. The Workers Compensation Insurance would cover wages lost including those from the City and members regular employment should an accident occur while conducting City business. The Disability Insurance is would cover members will in transit to a meeting without requiring the member to first check in . at City Hall. I Loso questioned if the Liability Insurance would be the best coverage for the Council. Omann. stated the Disability Insurance is not a broad coverage and very limited. The Council can insure members under both policies if they so choose. Niedenfuer stated it is her opinion the City should cover the Park Board at this time as they work in the parks and are at higher lisk to suffer injuries. Therefore, Twit made a motion to add the following coverage: Page 3481 February 18, 1999 Workers Compensation - City Council and Park Board Disability Insurance - City Council The motion was seconded by Ehlert. I Discussion: The Council clariñed that other Boards or Commissions can be added at any time in the future. Ehlert stated he would discuss the matter with the Planning Commission to see if they feel it is important to have coverage. Year 2000 Issues: Omann presented a proposal to purchase additional insurance coverage should expenses be incurred due to Year 2000 problems. Currently the City has insurance for up to $25,000 of loss. The League is offering additional insurance which would allow an additional $750,000 should loss occur. The premium for the additional coverage is $900.00. Since the City's insurance policy renews in December, the City does not have to make a decision until that time. Miscellaneous Matters: Omann discussed the insurance dividends recer.'ed and the current modification rating. The City has one year left with regard to the shock 10:5s claim. Omann requested the Council considering naming him the agent of recond for the City Health Insurance. However, he cannot present altematives to the City without being named the agent. Rental Refuse Ootions: The Council continued discussion from previous meetings as to whether the policy requiling all rental unils with three or less units to be part of the City refuse system be abolished. Hiemenz stated the Council has received four requests to be relieved of the refuse requirement. Council Members discussed the intent of the policy was to assure that refuse service was provided to the .tenants.. The policy JI1so.allows rental units to participate in the semi- annual clean up. Niedenfuer stated it is her opinion that since the City has required rental units to be part ofthe City refuse system, the1Dwnhasappeared 10 be cleaner. I Ehlert stated that although he has received calls requesting the Council to uphold the policy established jnj 998. beleelstbeJandlOJrl.bas re~pnn"ihility, not tbe City, to JœepJ1is property from debris. As the policy appears to have impacted the smaller landlordl, Ehlert stated he would prefer to revjew eacb1equestJndependen1ly-BDd aUoW-5ome flexibility. Lee Zipp approached the Council and expressed objection to being required to participate in the City refuse p.rogram.J-!estated that.be-DWI1s a.duplex amUs .charged .$60.00 ~r monthfor refuse service serving five tenants. It is Zipp's opinion that this is an exœssive charge and his tenants do ~l1aYe enough garbagelo warranUhefee. Twit and Niedenfuer stated it is their opinion that providing refuse is a cost of business and the landlord h~.abíIity to~ibat.coston toihelenant. Twit fuItber -Stalled 1berearemany residents who don't put out garbage every week and they are charged $~15.oo per month. Twit further clarified that propertyowoemwhoJlonol .partir.ipateJn1be City reifuse program are not allowed to be part ofthe semi-annual cleanup. Ehlert made,.a motion to-3llow alandlordlhe-Opportunily tolJeJ"elieved olf the mandatory refuse program if the landlord can present evidence that sIhe is providing refuse removal. Proof must include the ¡;aIDe time period-BS_the.rentaUiœnse. The motion died for the lack of a second. The Council claIified that as the motion died, the existing policy will be enforced. Mayor Reports I I ! Page 3482 February 18, 1999 I Year 2000 Committee: Hiemenz reported the subcommittee for the Year 2000 issue has met. Most of the departments have completed the inventory stage and are in the process of receiving vendorverffication on equipment. The next meeting is scheduled for March 25, 1999. W.I.S.E.R. Procram: St. Cloud Council President Sonja Berg has established the following dates and times for the W.I.S.E.R. Training: ApIil 1 - 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. st. Cloud City Hall Aplil 29 - 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Waite Park City Hall May 26 - 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Site to be determined Form of Government: The Council discussed the correspondence from the City Attomey regarding hiring of an Administrator, Clerk, or Manager. The City cannot hire a manager unless the residentl> yote to .change theadmínistralíve .structure. Therefore, the Council needs to advertise for a Administrator, City Clerk or some combination thereof. Hiemenz reported that although Weyrens has resignedlromllerfulUime positioollSDeputy Clerk effeclive~arch 1, 1999, Weyrens has agreed to continue to work part time as ofthat date. Councilors diSCussedhiring..anßmploymf!nt 'Igency.to asslstlbe City with filling the exisUng administratÍlÍe vacancies. It was the consensus of the Council to advertise for both positions, but allow the neyv.Administr:rtnr tn 'I""i'" in hiring 'I DeputV CIP.rk Appli....mìon" wilLbtuecejyed.until March 19, 1999. I Loso made a motion to begin the process for filling the exìsUng administrative vacancies. While both positions will be advertised and applications will be received until March 19, 1999, the Deputy Clerk will not be hired until the Administrator has been hired, thus allowing the Administrator input in the hiring of a Deputy Clerk. Further, this motion authorizes the Mayor to enter into a contract with an employment agency to assist with the hiring process if the fee is cost effective. The motion was seconded by Twit Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Hiemenz extended the meeting at 10:05 p.m. The Council discussed the definition of "cost effective' and the maximum amount the Mayor can negotiate. Twit made a motion authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with an employment agency with a cost not to exceed $3ßOO; seconded by Ehlert. Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Níedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 Hiemenz requested the Council employ Judy Weyrens as a part time employee effective March 1, 1999. Hiemenz also stated that he contacted the Mayor Waite Park and he did not receive object to Weyrens WOrking part time in st. Joseph. At the present Weyrens is compensated $17.89 per hour and is willing to discontinue all benefits with the exclusion of PERA. Ehlert made a motion to increase Weyrens' wage .11 per hour effective March 1, 1999. The motion was seconded byJLoso. Ayes: Hiemenz, Loso, Twit, Ehlert, Niedenfuer Nays: None. Motion Carned 5:0:0 Miscellaneous Matters: Hiemenz reported the annual audit is scheduled for March 1, 1999. The Council should have received a packet of information regarding the proposed Events Center. Councilors should review the information and provide feedback. I Councilor Reports Page 3483 February 18, 1999 NIEDENFUER CORE Committee: Niedenfuer reported that the CORE Committee met 011 February 10, 1999. Councilors received the minutes of themeeting in !be packets. CORE is focusing on a February Forum (anticipated topic - Alcohol Compliance Project) and the BIian Klinefelter Award. Healthv Cmpmunlties Pronram:Niedenfuer reported ttJatshe recently attl3nded the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce meeting and presented information on the Health:f Community Program. Doris Deml, AdministratorforArJington Place, has agreeäloparticipate in the program. LOSO Fire Board: The Fire Board met on February 10, 1999 and all Councilors should have received the minutes. . EHLERT Central MN Events Center: Ehlert reported the Committee for the Events Center toured a similar site and revi¡¡wed the mechanics oUheœnter.. -AtAiuture meeting Ehlelt will make a presentation to the Council on the status, design and financing of the proposed cell!er. TWIT Finance Committee: The finance committee met on February 9,1999 and discussed current maturates. It was the consensus ill the CDlIllJlittee 10 invest currell! maturates short term. This will allow the new administrator to develop a finance plan. Personnel Committee: The Personnel CoromittP.f!.wiII be presenting a W13gB and Mn1'!frt proposaf for 1999 to the Council. The Committee is waiting for financial figures belfore finalizing the proposal. TþeCommil:tee wiIIlJe working..with1heJlOnJIllion,..non œntrac:t empJoyees. Adioum: Niedenfuer made a motion to adjoum at 10:20 p.m.; seconded by Twit. Ayes: Hiemenz,Loso, Twit, Eh!ert,Niedenfuer Nays: . None. Motion Carried 5:0:0 ~ok(~ Judy Weyrens Deputy Clerk I I I