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121195 CC Reg Min .~ . . . :' CITY OF SHOREWOOD REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1995 COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD 7:30 P.M. MINUTES 1. CONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Bean called the meeting to order at 7:34 p.m. A. Roll Call Present: Mayor Bean; Councilmembers Benson, McCarty and Stover; Administrator Hurm, City Engineer Brown, City Attorney Keane (arrived at 7:40 p.m.), Finance Director Rolek, and Planning Director Nielsen. Councilmember Malam. Absent: B. Review Agenda McCarty moved, Benson seconded to approve the agenda for December 11, 1995 as amended by deleting Item 13 (as it was incorporated with another Item) and adding Item 17A. Consideration of a Resolution Providing for the Prepayment and Redemption of $1,095,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1989A. Motion passed 4/0. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes - November 29, 1995 Stover moved, Benson seconded to approve the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 29, 1995 as amended on Page 2, Paragraph 8, Line 3 replace "aide" with "aid". Motion passed 4/0. B. City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes - November 29, 1995 McCarty moved, Benson seconded to approve the City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes of November 29, 1995 as presented. Motion passed 4/0. 3. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Bean read the Consent Agenda for December 11, 1995. Stover moved, McCarty seconded to approve the Motions on the Consent Agenda and to adopt the Resolutions therein: A. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -11 7. "A Resolution Amending the 1995 General Fund Budget and Authorizing the Transfer of Funds." B. Motion to Approve Permanent Appointment - Connie Bastyr, Part Tim~ Clerical Assistant. , . ,4 ' ... REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 2 . C. Motion to Extend the Deadline for Filing the Final Plat of Smithtown Meadows. D. Motion to Establish the 1996 Local Board of Review Date as Wednesday, April 3, 1996. Motion passed 4/0. 4. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR Mr. Bob Gagne, Citizen Chairperson of the Southshore Senior / Community Center thanked the Council for their comments at the last meeting. He stated the whole group was appreciative. The Committee has raised $87,800.00 of their goal of $100,000.00. He noted there are currently five persons on the committee with of goal of ten. 5. SUBSEQUENT HEARING - CONSIDERA TION OF PROPOSED 1996 BUDGETS AND THE 1995 PROPERTY TAX LEVY COLLECTIBLE IN 1996 Finance Director Rolek stated a public hearing in regard to this issue had been held on November 29, 1995 with public comment taken on the proposed budget for 1996. The budget will increase by 5.62% and the levy will increase by 5.5%. Due to the increase in property value of new construction and the increase of assessed values, the individual city tax portion of property tax will range from a slight decrease to a 1 % to 2% increase. . McCarty moved, Stover seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 95-118. "A Resolution approving the 1996 Budgets and Approving the 1995 Property Tax Levy Collectible in 1996." Motion passed 4/0. 6. PLANNING - Report by Representative Commissioner Turgeon reviewed the actions taken and recommendations made by the Commission at its December 5 meeting (detailed in the minutes of that meeting). A. Consideration of a Preliminary Plat - Zachary Woods. Applicant: Brent Sinn. Location: 6035 Galpin Lake Road. . Nielsen reported earlier in 1995 Mr. Sinn had received City Council approval of a four lot subdivision called Zachary Woods. The approval was conditioned upon obtainment of an easement to use Galpin Lane, which is a private road on the north side of the property. Mr. Sinn has been unable to obtain easement and has resubmitted two alternatives for the plat with three lots with frontage on Galpin Lake Road. Staff is concerned with the future redevelopment of the larger lot. If future subdivision of lot 1 occurred with Alternative 1, it would require substantial alteration of the existing wetland. Alternative 2 would have two options for subdivision which would not impact the wetland. The future owner could split off the rear lot upon successful acquisition of access to Galpin Lane. The future owner could also build a City street to serve additional lots in the rear. This is similar to the earlier preliminary plat recommended by the Planning Commission. Staff is recommending alternative 2 be approved. Mr. Sinn would prefer alternative 1 but will settle for either. Mr. Sinn, 6035 Galpin Lake Road, noted he has been unable to obtain an easement agreement and would like to move ahead with a three lot subdivision at this time. . . , REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 3 Mayor Bean asked it outlot A had been sold and the size of lot 1. Nielsen indicated the property owner to the south wished to purchase outlot A to enlarge his lot. He noted lot 1 could be subdivided into three lots. Mayor Bean asked if this would always be predicated by access to Galpin Lane. Nielsen noted it would not. Stover moved, McCarty seconded to direct staff to prepare findings of fact approving a preliminary plat of alternative 2 - Zachary Woods for Brent Sinn, 6035 Galpin Lake Road subject to Planning Commission and staff recommendations. Motion passed 4/0. B. Consideration of a Concept Plan - Water's Edge Planned Unit Development. Applicant: Bill Blegen. Location: 20295 Manor Road. Nielsen reported Mr. Blegen owns approximately six acres of property at 20295 Manor Road adjacent to a pond or wetland (also referred to as Footprint Lake). 1.86 acres of his property is designated as wetland area. He is proposing to divide the property into four, single family residential lots with an average density of one unit per 40,000 square feet consistent with the R-1A zoning district. The smallest proposed lot is 28,970 square feet. The developer is concerned with site design and logical location of building sites rather than being sure each site contains 40,000 square feet of area. A "half-bubble" cul-de-sac is proposed off Manor Road to achieve the minimal street and site alteration. The developer has worked with the property owner to the north to incorporate a parcel of land on Vine Street and Manor Road into the Blegen property and exchange an equal amount of land. This will allow the applicant to dedicate 20 feet of right-of-way for Vine Street and widen the lot of the property owner to the north, improving the setback of the side yard and bringing his lot into conformity. The P.U.D. approach will allow the City to have more control in protecting the features of the property, especially the steep slopes along Footprint Lake and the south edge of the property. Nielsen indicated staff is recommending approval of the Planned Unit Development subject to four stated conditions. The Planning Commission agreed to amend Condition 3 slightly by adding "At such time as lot 4 is developed the City will consider access to Manor Road based on a specific site plan review" . Mr. Blegen, 20295 Manor Road, stated he wished to respond to a comment a neighbor made at the Planning Commission meeting. He indicated when he moved to this location five years ago, the drought had just finished. In 1993 to 1994, the water level of Footprint Lake recovered. When he first moved to the property, he was concerned about the algae blooms in the body of water. The DNR looked at the lake at that time and noted when the water level is that low, the decomposition of the plants causes phosphorous to generate. Since the water level has been up, the algae blooms have decreased. Mr. Blegen also noted the Boyer Development, across Excelsior Boulevard was constructed a year ago. It was found during the time of development that there was a hole in the conduit which carried water from that area to Footprint Lake. That hole has since been repaired and the water is flowing directly into Footprint Lake. Mr. Blegen stated the DNR feels this is good for the lake. He noted he will be doing some grading on the site but the water will be flowing internally to the land, not to the lake. Perry Ryan, Ryan Engineering, explained the home on lot 1 would be built in the natural building pad. It would be a walkout, the wetlands would be delineated and a sediment pond added. The home on lot 2 will also be located in the natural building pad with minimal grading and a walkout to the lake. The existing home will stay on lot 3 and lot 4 will be subject to site plan review. He noted the proposed home sites will add little to the . . . REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 4 drainage in the area. He reiterated the driveway off Vine Street and the additional right-of- way resulting from the land swap. Mayor Bean asked if staff and engineering had reviewed the run-off. Nielsen stated drainage was normally discussed in the development stage plan. The drainage on the site does naturally go to the wetland in the center of the property. The question of where the water goes from this property and the quality thereof will be reviewed in the development stage. He noted the Engineer had approved the sight line from the cul-de-sac along Manor Road. Mayor Bean asked what the "half-bubble" cul-de-sac would accomplish. Nielsen noted the "half-bubble" cul-de-sac would add frontage to the project and extending the cul-de-sac further would result in a lot of site alteration. Nielsen stated this creation of frontage was not uncommon and had been used in other projects such as Heritage. Councilmember McCarty stated she had only received her packet on Friday and due to previous commitments had been unable to visit the site. Due to the public testimony received at the Planing Commission meeting and from looking at the concept plan, she was not comfortable with voting on this issue this evening. She stated she would like to table the item and have more time to visit the site. Mayor Bean asked what control the City had over the size of outboard motors on Footprint Lake. Nielsen indicated the City Attorney was researching this item and it would be incorporated at the development stage. He noted this is not a lake but a pond and is not subject to shoreland regulations but to wetland regulations. City Attorney Keane stated his initial reaction was that the City would have jurisdiction on the size of outboard motors on Footprint Lake. He noted however, if the City does have jurisdiction, they will also be subject to enforcement. He stated he is discussing the issue with the DNR. Councilmember Stover asked if surface water management was connected directly to the applicant's request for concept plan approval or if it was a separate issue. Nielsen noted Mr. Blegen's legal description does go into the pond. The issue is germane to approval but if restrictions are desired, they can be incorporated into the proposal. He stated if restrictions were approved, they would apply to all properties around the lake. He suggested a separate public hearing would be needed with the other neighbors around Footprint Lake. McCarty moved, Benson seconded to continue consideration of a concept plan - Water's Edge planned unit development for Bill Blegen, 20295 Manor Road to January 8, 1996. Motion passed 4/0. C. Consideration of a Sign Permit for First State Bank of Excelsior. Applicant: Sign Source, Inc. Location: 19765 State Highway 7. Nielsen reported First Bank is requesting a total of five signs. Three of the signs are allowed by the ordinance and meet the requirements. The applicant is proposing to erect a monument sign in front of the building near the common driveway with the Waterford Shopping Center. This sign is consistent with Shorewood's sign regulations as well as the design guidelines which were proposed for the Waterford commercial area. The applicant is also proposing two exit signs. These signs were recommended as part of the site plan approval of the bank. The proposed signs however, are larger than the ordinance allows and the applicant has agreed to reduce their size. The last two signs refer to the auto bank . . . REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 5 and are much larger than the ordinance allows. The applicant has submitted a request for a variance for these signs which will be processed in January 1996. Stover moved, Benson seconded to approve a sign permit for Sign Source, Inc. for First State Bank of Excelsior, 19765 State Highway 7 for the first three signs with the understanding the exit signs will comply with the ordinance. Motion passed 4/0. A large group of Boy Scouts and Den leaders left the meeting, noting they had been in attendance as they were working on their Citizen in Nation and Community Merit Badges. 7. CONSIDERATION OF A STREET LIGHT REQUEST - BRYNMA WR PLACE Nielsen reported when the Brynmawr subdivision was constructed, the developer installed street lights at the intersection of Howard's Point Road and Brynmawr Place and at the end of the cul-de-sac without City approval. The developer was directed to turn the lights off until such time he received City approval. The City has now received a petition from the residents of the Brynmawr subdivision to turn the lights back on. The lights meet the City criteria for location. The street lights were not installed for security but for traffic safety purposes. Nielsen noted, as is typical with street lights, some residents are in favor, some are not. Todd Simning, 27865 Brynmawr Place, spoke representing the petitioners. He stated the biggest reason the neighbors wanted the street lights was due to traffic and safety of children in the neighborhood. He noted it was very dark at the end of the cul-de-sac. The street lights are very decorative and not great big glow lamps illuminating everything in sight. Even with the street lights on it would still be very dark. He indicated the street lights were nine to ten feet tall with three little lights. Mayor Bean asked how these street lights illuminated versus what people expected. Nielsen noted it has been City policy to not pay for installation of street lights but pay for operation. Normally standard street lights of the cobra design, such as the one at the intersection of Smithtown Road and Howard's Point Road, are installed and the light illuminates downward. The lights in the Brynmawr subdivision are attractive lights of a globe design. The light casts out in all directions. The residents could change the fixtures so the light would be downcast but the City would not fund this change. Councilmember McCarty expressed her concern that the developer had told the residents there would be no street lights in the project and then installed them anyway. Scott Pederson, 5725 Kathleen Court, stated he and his wife, Karen Blackstone had attended the meetings two years ago when Daniel Herbst, the president of Pentom, had presented the plat description. They had, at that time, specifically asked if there would be street lights in the development as they enjoyed the peaceful tranquility of the darkness. Mr. Herbst had assured the residents there would be no lights in the development. Mr. Pederson noted he felt comfortable with that and it seemed like a good development with high quality homes. One year later, lights appeared and came on at the end of the cul-de- sac. He noted his property abutted the location of the street light. The light consists of two globes with orange sodium light. The darkness has now turned into an orange glow which illuminates into his house. He then called the City to see if a permit had been issued. It had not. Hearings were held and the developer was instructed to turn the lights off. Mr. Pederson stated he liked the tranquility of the darkness. He was also concerned with the safety of the children but in the summer there was sunlight until 10:00 p.m. He felt the REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 6 . street lights detract from his property value as his home looks directly at the light which illuminates for 200-300 feet. Richard Gay, 5695 Howard's Point Road, stated he also was in attendance at the meetings when Mr. Herbst indicated there would be no decorative lighting in the development. He indicated he has lived in the City of Shorewood for 17 years and one thing the neighbors enjoy is the tranquility of the area. He noted the Brynmawr subdivision has upper bracket homes and most of the homes have lights on them. He stated everyone is concerned with children but normally they are not out when it is dark. He felt the globe light was very bright. Nielsen reported to his knowledge, there were three different styles of street lights located in the City. One being the cobra style, another was a decorative fixture with a cap to direct light downward, and also a light with three black out panels to direct light in a certain direction. All of these fixtures cast the light downward. He stated the City has a fIle of the types of fixtures NSP has available. Mr. Pederson stated he did not see any type of street light at the end of the cul-de-sac as acceptable. Even if the light were downcast, he would still get glow as all of his windows faced that direction. He noted part of the reason he moved to Shorewood was that when you looked out at night you could see the stars rather than lights. When he went out at night, he carried a flashlight. It was not an unsafe area as the speed limit was 20 miles per hour. . Karyn Penn, 27825 Brynmawr Place, stated she lives at the end of the cul-de-sac and has not seen the light as it was turned off before she moved in. She indicated she had mixed feelings about the light because she did not know how bright it would be. She suggested the lights be turned on for a period of time and then the issue be discussed further. Jim Stringini, 27780 Brynmawr Place, stated he also had not seen the light. He indicated he had two young children and was concerned with the dark street. He noted the City should have traffic counts for the area to make a determination if the street lights were necessary. He stated he felt the street lights should be turned on. He felt there was a significant amount of traffic on the street, especially when boats are coming off the landing at dusk and dark. Mayor Bean asked Mr. Stringini why he was not concerned that there were no lights when he moved in to the neighborhood. Mr. Stringini stated he saw two street lights in the neighborhood and assumed they would be turned on. . Bob Wright, 27585 Brynmawr Place, stated he and his wife were new to the neighborhood and had missed the petition. He noted when he moved into his home he also saw two street lights and assumed they would turn on. He stated he favored the street lights being turned on for a test period. Councilmember Stover noted this has been a subject of debate over the years. Rather than have lights scattered all over, the City developed a policy to allow street lights at intersections and the end of cul-de-sacs. She stated she felt strongly that children should not play in the street. She suggested parental supervision and illumination of the yards as a resolution to the safety issue. " . . . \ . REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 7 Councilmember McCarty again expressed her concern that there was a misunderstanding and muddled history with regard to the intention of the developer. Councilmember Benson agreed, noting the City Council was being asked to correct a problem the developer had created. He suggested the fixtures be replaced with a fixture that illuminated downward and that the lights be turned on for a trial period. This should not however, be at the City's expense. There was Council consensus to obtain further information in regard to possible types of fixtures available. Benson moved, McCarty seconded to continue consideration of a street light request for Brynmawr Pace to January 8, 1996 with direction to staff to provide further information. Motion passed 4/0. 8. PRESENT A TION OF A WATER CONSERVATION PLAN BY OSM AND CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO FORWARD THE PLAN TO THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AND DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES City Engineer Brown reported on September 25, 1995, the City Council authorized OSM to prepare a Water Conservation Plan. He indicated, with Council approval, this plan will be submitted to the Metropolitan Council and DNR in draft form with further discussion at a work session in January 1996. The fmal Water Conservation Plan will then be forwarded to the two agencies in February or March of 1996. Jim Peterson, OSM Engineering, explained the Water Conservation Plan contained four basic parts. The water system description, the water demand analysis, the emergency plan, and the conservation plan. He noted Shorewood's average gallons of water used per day and also percent of outdoor water usage was very good. He reported the results of the maximum day use analysis were quite high and required further study. Benson moved, McCarty seconded to accept the Water Conservation Plan by OSM and forward the plan to the Metropolitan Council and Department of Natural Resources subject to staff, planning department and engineer review. Motion passed 4/0. 9. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MINNETONKA SCHOOL DISTRICT REGARDING LOCATING A WATER TOWER ON THE MINNEWASHTA SCHOOL PROPERTY Brown explained Mr. DeLaForest, OSM Engineering, had met with the School District to determine the principles in the draft agreement. The City Attorney is working to get all the easement agreements in order as well. Brown explained the eight points of the agreement. Brown noted the School District agrees with all the conditions and is in favor of the agreement. Stover questioned the City's liability if the contractors did not stay on schedule and conditions specified in the agreement could not be met. Keane nQted liquidated damage protection would be included in the bids for the water tower construction. . . . ~ . REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 8 Mr. Peterson, .OSM Engineering, noted the companies who will be ?oing the work are very reputable, nat:1onal type firms and there should not be a problem m this area. He noted there may be a request at a later date to allow access to the school to perform the necessary electrical work. McCarty moved, Benson seconded to approve the draft Water Tower and Communications Facilities Agreement subject to final form. Motion passed 4/0. Mayor Bean recessed the meeting at 9:31 p.m. and reconvened at 9:42 p.m. 10. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE WATER TOWER ON MINNEWASHTA SCHOOL PROPERTY Brown explained this resolution was before the Council tonight to allow the bids to open on January 19, 1996 and be returned for consideration at the January 22, 1996 City Council meeting. Mr. Peterson, OSM Engineering, presented the site plan illustrating the location of the water tower, the necessary easements, and the color, logo and lettering. Benson moved, McCarty seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 95-119. "A Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisements for Bids for the Water Tower (light blue coloring, with the regular logo) on the Minnewashta School Property. It Motion passed 4/0. 11. CONSIDERA TION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF A FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR 1996 W A TERMAIN PROJECTS Brown noted this was consistent with the discussion on the Capital Improvement Program at the work session. Stover moved, McCarty seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 95-120. itA Resolution Ordering Preparation of Feasibility Reports for 1996 Capital Improvement Projects." Brown noted it is the intent that the Engineering Department will receive all necessary information from OSM Engineering and prepare the final report in house. V oting on the motion: Motion passed 4/0. 12. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF A FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR SHADY ISLAND BRIDGE Brown explained OSM Engineering has outlined the cost for a feasibility study that falls within the 5% anticipated construction cost of the project. OSM is recommending an open end contract due to the sensitivity of the issue. Staff understands the concern and is recommending approval of the costs as outlined in the proposal. . . . . REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 9 McCarty moved, Stover seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 95-121, "A Resolution Ordering Preparation of a Feasibility Report on The Shady Island Bridge Replacement Project. It Councilmember Benson stated he felt the cost was extremely high and asked that OSM Engineering make an effort to try to come in under that estimate. Paul Hornsby, OSM Engineering, explained that approximately half of the anticipated costs were associated with anticipated meetings with residents and staff to discuss bridge types and access. V oting on the motion: Motion passed 4/0. 14. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION APPROVING SHOREWOOD'S DRUG & ALCOHOL POLICY Brown explained staff has spent a great deal of time on development of this policy which results from the Federal Government "Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991". The Public Works Department appears to be comfortable with the policy, realizing it is a mandated policy and the City has no choice. The biggest concern is what constitutes a .02 blood alcohol level. An employee has the right and responsibility to state they are unable to report for duty if they feel their blood alcohol level is too high. Councilmember Stover asked if an employee would be penalized for this. Brown stated they would not unless it became a performance issue. Hurm noted the City is committed to help an employee if it is determined there is a problem. In response to Mayor Bean, Brown explained the random testing is done by a lab called MedTox and the tests are performed at a clinic in Chanhassen. In case of an accident, the individual is escorted to the Waconia Hospital. McCarty moved, Benson seconded to approve Shorewood' s Drug & Alcohol Policy. Motion passed 4/0. 15. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO APPROVE A CONTRACT FOR PRELIMINARY ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR THE SENIOR / COMMUNITY CENTER AND AUTHORIZE MAYOR AND ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE Brown explained in order to keep this project on schedule, it is necessary to proceed with the preliminary architectural services agreement. TSP/EOS has outlined a cost of $8,715.00 for architectural services for the "Concept Phase, the Schematic Design Phase, and the Design Development Phase". Staff is recommending City Council approval of the agreement. Mayor Bean noted Excelsior Councilmember Murphy had asked if the architectural design had to be let out to competitive bids. Keane stated professional services that demand specific expertise fall outside the competitive bid requirement because they are unique. Hurm noted staff was confident they are getting a competitive bid from TSP/EOS. Mayor Bean stated Excelsior Councilmember Murphy was complimentary of TSP/EOS and was glad to be utilizing a local contractor. , . . . . - -, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 10 Stover moved, Benson seconded to approve the contract for preliminary architectural services with TSPIEOS at a cost of $8,715.00 for the Senior 1 Community Center and authorize Mayor and Administrator to execute. Motion passed 4/0. 16. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION APPROVING THE 1996-1997 AGREEMENT WITH AFSCME Councilmembers McCarty and Benson thanked Mayor Bean and staff for all their time and efforts in negotiating the contract for the Public Works Department. Benson moved, McCarty seconded to approve the 1996-1997 agreement with AFSCME. Motion passed 4/0. Hurm noted the Public Works Department was also pleased with the results of the negotiations. 17. CONSIDERA TION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE 1996 PAY SCALE Stover moved, Benson seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 95-122. "A Resolution Revising the Wage and Salary Range Chart for 1996 for City Employees. " Motion passed 4/0. Bob Rascop, LMCD Representative, reported a fly over count of the lakes and an attitudinal survey of lake users was scheduled for 1996. 18. ADMINISTRATOR AND STAFF REPORTS A. Discussion on Highway 7 Improvements at Mill Street and Water Street Nielsen reported the Planning Commission is in favor of the proposed improvements on Highway 7 at Mill Street and Water Street. He indicated a letter will be prepared for the Mayor to review, edit and sign to be forwarded to the City of Excelsior and MNDot, stating the City of Shorewood supports both improvements and commending Excelsior for resolution of these problem areas. 17A. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE PREPAYMENT AND REDEMPTION OF CERTAIN OUTSTANDING GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY Finance Director Rolek stated February 1, 1996 is the first call date on the 1989A General Obligation Improvement Bond. This bond issue was used for improvements to the Shorewood Oaks area. The City has sufficient funds to retire this bond and will save $138,000.00 in interest. Staff is recommending the issue be called and paid off before final maturity. McCarty moved, Stover seconded to call for redemption of $1,095,000.00 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1989A. Motion passed 4/0. 19. MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REPORTS .. '" '1. . . to REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1995 - PAGE 11 Councilmember Stover questioned the status of the Deephaven amendment to the cities agreement in regard to the Senior / Community Center. Mayor Bean reported Tonka Bay had table the amendment, Excelsior had approved it unanimously and Greenwood had tabled the item until January 2, 1996. 20. ADJOURNMENT SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF CLAIMS Stover moved, Benson seconded to adjourn the City Council meeting at 10:31 p.m., subject to approval of claims. Motion passed 4/0. RESPECTFULL Y SUBMITTED, Lorri L. Kopischke, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial ATTEST: ) .'. . ." .' '/)8 rC,l-f.~.l-,-6: j l;)~?[.{ ,''-_ ROBERT B. BEAN, MAYOR /1 I Ji rJ f1 V