12-16-1991 CC MIN
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MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 199]
Members Present:
Mayor Tralle, Councilmembers Schuldt, Kropuenske and
Holmgren
Members Absent:
Councilmember Dietz
Staff Present:
Pat Klaers, City Administrator; Lori Johnson, Finance
Directori Sandy Thackeray, City Clerki Steve Rohlf, B &
Z Administrator; Phil Hals, Street/Park Superintendent;
Tom Zerwas, Chief of Police
1. Call Meeting To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River
City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m by Mayor Tralle.
2. Consider 12/16/91 City Council Agenda
Item 6.4, UPA and transport of RDF was added to the agenda.
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COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE 12/16/91 CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA AS AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
3.1. Consider 11/25/91 Executive Session City Council Minutes
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE THE 11/25/91 EXECUTIVE SESSION
COUNCIL MINUTES. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
3.2. Consider 1219/91 Citv Council Minutes
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE 12/9/91 CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 4-0.
4. Open Mike
lone Murray, resident of Westwood Subdivision, questioned why the new
road would be 24 feet wide. She stated that she was not in favor of
curbing in the area because there are oak trees on her property and the
curbing would kill the trees. Mayor Tralle indicated that this would
be addressed at the time of the next public hearing.
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Eleanor Todahl, resident of Westwood Subdivision, questioned whether
the City was eligible for receiving MSA funding. She further
questioned whether the City has done anything to try to get additional
funding for the project. Mayor Tralle indicated that the City has
attempted to .l ocate addi ti ona} funding but has been unable to find a
program to provide funding at this time.
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5.1. Review Snow Plowing- Policy and Routes
Phil Hals, Street/Park Superintendent, reviewed the 1991-92 Snow and
Ice Control Policy. He stated that there have been some changes in the
snow plowing policy from last year due to the large snowfall events.
COUNCI LMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 91-75, A RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE 1991-92 CITY OF ELK RIVER SNOW AND ICE CONTROL POLICY.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Phil Hals informed the Council that a schedule will be set up for
severe storms so that one truck will be available on the swing shift at
all times.
5.2. Discussion on Equipment
Phil Hals indicated that the 1992 Budget provides $35,000 from
Equipment Certificates for the purchase of a one ton dump truck and a
pick up truck. He indicated that after further consideration, he feels
the City would be better served by post.poning the pick up t.ruck
purchase Ilnd addi ng a 4x4 package and a 9' wi de snow plow t.o the new
one ton dump truck.
It was the consensus of the City Council to purchase a one ton dump
truck and a 4x4 package and a 9' wide snow plow.
6.1. Site Plan Review Burger King
Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, indicated that. Burger
King is requesting a green house and play room addition to their
existing restaurant located at 850 Freeport Avenue. He st.ated that. the
proposed addition would be 397 square feet in size. Steve Rohlf
informed the Council that staff has reviewed the proposal and felt that
it does not. affect the parking or drive sites.
Mary Eberley, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that the
Planning Commission recommended approval of the request.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FOR A 397 SQUARE
FOOT ADDITION TO THE EXISTING BURGER KING RESTAURANT. COUNCHMEMBER
HOLMGREN SECONDED TilE MOTION. THE MOTTON CARRIED 4-0.
6.2. Building- Pllln Review for Elk River Plaza PUD
Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, indicated that the
owners of the Elk River Mall have requested to split one of the mall
spaces into two spaces to accommodate an office and a pizza parlor. He
indicated that t.he two uses are consistent with the amendments to the
PUD agreement. Mary Eberley, Planning Commission Representative,
stated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the request.
Councilmember Schuldt indicatt~d his concern regarding whether or not
there was an entrance from the pizza parlor into the mall. SteveRohlf
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indicated that direct access to the outside of the building is proposed
and there is no proposed exit from the pizza parlor into the mall area.
Councilmember Kropuenske indicated his concern regarding double parking
along the curb for pizza pick ups. Tom Zerwas, Police Chief, indicated
that although this could create a problem, it would not be considered
illegal because the area is not marked as a no parking zone.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE THE BUILDING PLAN AND SITE PLAN
REVIEWS FOR THE PROPOSED OFFICE SPACE AND LITTLE CEASER'S PIZZA PARLOR
WITH THE STIPULATION THAT "NO PARKING, FIRE LANE" SIGNAGE BE INSTALLED
IN FRONT OF LITTLE CEASER'S. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED THAT "NO PARKING, FIRE LANE" SIGNAGE BE
INSTALLED FOR THE ENTIRE CURB LINE ALONG THE MALL AREA. COUNCILMEMBER
HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.3. Zoninr Interpretation of Proposed Ostrich Farm
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Steve Rohlf indicated that Howard and Donna Dell are requesting a
zoning interpretation regarding the raising of ostriches. He stated
that Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, indicated that it was staff's
interpretation that ostri ches would be considered a wild animal. He
indicated that after the Dells requested an interpretation, .Janelle
Szklarski further researched the issue. Steve Rohlf indicated that
aft.er research of t.he issue, staff's recommendation was split with the
Community Service Officer recommending that ostriches are wild animals
and not allowed in agrieultural use areas and with Janelle Szklarski' s
interpretation being changed to state that ostriches be treated as an
agricultural use because they are being used primarily for breeding
purposes and also because research indicates that other communi ties
have not experienced any problems. Steve Rohlf indicated that he
concuned with .Tanelle's recommendation, but felt that if the Council
also concurred, the City should look at its entire animal ordinance.
Mayor Tralle felt that it would be appropriate to refer this item to
the Planning Commission for review. He indicated that the Planning
Commission should look at other ordinances that deal with animals on
smaller lots of five acres in size and further that he would like the
Planning Commission to consider whether animals that are wild by nature
should be regulated by a conditional use permit or be considered as a
primary use.
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Councilmember Kropuenske indicated that he concurred with Janelle
Szklarski 's interpretation as he felt the ostriches were more of an
agricultural operation. He further indicated that if it was the
Council's desire to send this item back to the Planning Commission, he
would request that it be a priority for the Planning Commission so as
not to delay the Dell's.
It was the consensus of the City Council that the ostriches be
considered wild animals by nature and not be allowed as an agricultural
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use at this t.ime and further that the Planning Commission review all
City animal ordinances as soon as possible.
6.4. Other
Transport of RDF
Steve Rohlf indicated that he had received a call from NSP indicating
that they did not have enough fuel for UPA. He stated that they were
requesting to haul RDF during hours that were prohibited for hauling by
UPA's permi 1. Steve indicated he gave them permission to do so under
these circumstances. The Council concurred with Steve Rohlf's
recommendation.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED THAT NO DISCUSSION BE GIVEN TO THE
WESTWOOD PROJECT UNTIL BIDS ARE RECEIVED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING IS
OPEN.
Council member Holmgren felt that this would be denying the residents
their first amendment dghts. Mayor TraUe concurred with
Councilmember Kropuenske but indicated that he felt it would be best to
have no City Council comments when the subject is presented under open
mike.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE WITHDREW HIS MOTION.
Steve Rohlf indicated that he has received a request to put up a large
sign on Highway 169 and School Street and on Highway 10 and Jackson
Avenue to adverti se a New Year's Eve party for teens and children put
on by a nonprofit organization.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO ALLOW STAFF TO MAKE A DECISION ON THIS
MATTER. Councilmember Holmgren withdrew his motion.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO WAIVE THE SIGN ORDINANCE TO ALLOW A
TEMPORARY SIGN TO BE PUT UP ON THE SCHOOL PROPERTY ON HIGHWAY 169 AND
SCHOOL STREET WITH THE PERMISSION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT AND TO HAVE A
SIGN PUT UP ON JACKSON SQUARE LOCATED ON JACKSON AVENUE AND HIGHWAY 10
WITH THE PERMISSION OF THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WITH THE STIPULATION
THAT THE SIGN DOES NOT BLOCK ANY VISION OR CREATE A TRAFFIC PROBLEM.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
The City Council recessed at 8:17 p.m. and reconvened at 8:25 p.m.
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1992 General Fund Budgets/Pub)ic Hearing
Mayor Tralle indicated that a levy and budget public hearing is
required by the Truth in Taxation Law and the purpose of the hearing is
to receive citizen input on the 1992 Elk River Budget and tax levy.
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Mayor Tralle indicated that the net tax levy for the City of Elk River
is decreasing in 1992 by 1% from taxes for 1991.
Pat Klaers, City Administrator, indicated that the 1992 proposed
General Fund Budget amount is $2,836,600, which is a 2.89% increase
over the 1991 Budget. Pat Klaers reviewed the source of funds for the
] 992 Budget which included property tax, intergovernmental revenues,
charges for services, fines and forfeits, licenses and permits and
other revenues. He indicated that the City is experiencing a decrease
in Local Government Aid in 1992.
The City Administrator reviewed the expenditures for the 1992 proposed
budget. He indicated that several budget categories have decreased and
that there is only one new position planned for 1992 which is a laborer
for the publ ic works department. He further indicated that personnel
is about two-thirds of the City's budget.
Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing.
Bill Pollard suggested that the City request the American Legion to
purchase the flags. Bill Pollard also questioned if the City's
reserves were improving.
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There being no further comments from the public, Mayor TraUe closed
the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 91-76, A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING THE FINAL TAX LEVY FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1992. COUNCILMEMBER
SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE THE 1992 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AS
PRESENTED. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 4-0.
8.1. Arts Council Presentation
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Marcie Babcock, representing the Elk River Area Arts Council, presented
the City Council a summary report of income for the Arts Council from
8/1/89 to 12/13/91. She indicated she was uncertain as to what she was
allowed to use as income for the matching grant for the City of Elk
River. She reviewed t.he items on the handout. Councilmember
Kropuenske indicated that ticket sales of the Beachcombers and Mark
Twain events should only be used if there is a net revenue. Mayor
Tralle indicated that it was the intent of the City at the time of
granting the money to the Arts Council to challenge the Arts Council to
raise money from organizations and people wi thin the community. He
indicated he felt that the Arts Council is only reaching a small
portion of the Elk River area. Discussion was held regarding the small
turnout of people for the Arts Council events. Marcie indi cated that
the programs were not weU attended due to poor weather and because
they did not advertise enough for the programs. Councilmember
Kropuenske suggested that the City take no action until the Arts
Council raise an additional $2,200 to meet the matching grant. He
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indicated that he did not feel the ticket sales would qualify as funds
for the matching grant.
Mayor Tralle and Councilmember Kropuenske both indicated that they felt
the Arts Council needed a. broader base and should have more support in
the community in order to make a go of their programs.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO EXTEND THE DEADLINE TO JANUARY 30,
1992 FOR THE ARTS COUNCIL TO MEET THE 1991, $10,000 GOAL, AND IF THE
GOAL IS NOT MET AT THAT TIME, THE MATCHING FUNDS FROM THE CITY WOULD
NOT BE MADE. COlJNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 4-0.
8.2. 1991 Bud~et Amendments
Pat Klaers indicated that it is common practice to have budget
amendments which must be approved by the Council at the end of a budget
year. He indicated that as part of the budget amendment process, the
revenues and expenditures are reviewed and necessary adjustments are
made. Pat Klaers reviewed the revenues for 1991. He indicated that
the revenues were under by $118,500. He also reviewed the expenditures
and indicated that the expenditures were $123,750 less than a.dopted.
Pat Klaers also indicated that staff is requesting Council t.o close
the Dutch Elm fund.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE 1991 BUDGET AMENDMENTS.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCHMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO CLOSE THE DUTCH ELM FUND TO THE GENERAL
FUND. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 3-1. Councilmemher Holmgren opposed.
8.3. Addendum to the Industrial Park Purchase Agreement
Pat Klaers indicated that the Elk River Invest.ors have requested to add
an additional unplatted parcel to the Purchase Agreement of the Elk
River Industrial Park. He indicated that the unplatted parcel is
considered undevelopable and that the City would be using the parcel
for storm sewer drainage and a ponding system. He further indicated
that the Elk Ri vel' Investors would not be charging the City for this
parce 1 .
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE ADDENDUM ADDING THE
UNPLATTED PARCEL WEST OF ALLTOOL I S PROPERTY TO THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT
\VITH THE ASSOCIATED INVESTORS. COUNCHMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
B. 4. Deed Acceptance and Tr>ansfer to EDA
The Ci ty Administrator indicated that to complete the purchase of the
Elk River Industrial Park, the City Council must accept the deed from
the Investors and convey a deed to the EDA.
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COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO ACCEPT A DEED FROM THE ASSOCIATED
I NVESTORS AND TO CONVEY A DEED TO THE ELK RI VER EDA. COUNCI LMEMBER
HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
8.5. Ser~eant and Corpol'al Positions
Tom Zerwas, Police Chief, indicated that two officers have submitted
resumes for the posi tion of Sergeant. He stated that because on of the
interested officers did not meet the minimum qualifications, the
remaining officer, Corporal Jeff Mordal, was the only qualified
candidate. He stated that he and Sergeants Rolfe Ilnd Tyler, are
recommending that Corporal Mordal be promoted as Patrol Sergeant
effective January I, 1992.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED THAT CORPORAL JEFF MORDAL BE PROMOTED TO
THE RANK OF SERGEANT EFFECTIVE JANUARY I, 1992. COUNCILMEMBER
KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Tom Zerwas indicated that now that Corporal Mordal would be promoted to
Sergeant, there would be an opening in the Department for a Corporal.
He recommended that Officer Dave Hurd be promoted to Corporal. It was
the consensus of the Ci ty Council to move Dave Hurd to the Corporal
position vacated by Corporal Mordal.
Chief Zerwas indicated that with the addition of Sergeant Mordal there
would only be short periods when there would not. be an officer in
charge. He indicated that the times would be on Saturday and Sunday
between 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. He requested the Council to consider a
small pay increase to one of the officers in order to take this
responsibility during those times. It was the consensus of the Council
to have Chief Zerwas bring this matter before the Council at another
date.
8.6. 1992 Commission Appointments and Update on Applications
Mayor TraIle requested appointment of Pat Dwyer to the EDA.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPOINT PAT DWYER TO THE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR A SIX YEAR TERM. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO REAPPOINT JIM SIMPSON TO THE ELK RIVER
UTILITIES COMMISSION FOR A THREE YEAR TERM. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO REAPPOINT VICKI SULLIVAN AND DEBRA
ANDERSON TO THREE YEAR TERMS ON THE LIBRARY BOARD. COUNCILMEMBER
SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Pat Klaers indicated that four terms will expire on the Park and
Recreation Commission on 12/31/91. He indicated that two members have
requested reappointment, Rolfe Anderson and Mike O'Brien. He also
indicated that Todd Mi xer and Marilyn VanPatten have requested not to
be reappointed. He stated that the City has received no applications
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for the Park and Recreation Commission at this time. Mayor TraUe
suggested an ordinance amendment to reduce the Park and Recreation
Commission from eight members to seven members. After further
discussion It. was the consenSlls of the Council to Informally extend the
application date for the Park and Recreation Commission.
Mayor Tralle indicated that terms of three of the members on the
Planning Commission will expire on 12/31/91. He stated that Robert
Bischoff and Mary Eberley have requested reappointment and that Jerry
Schroeder has requested not to be reappointed. He further indicated
that the City has received five applications for consideration to the
Planning Commission. It was the consensus of the City Council to
interview the five applicants and tbe two Commission members requesting
reappointment.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER
CITY COUNCIL ON MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 1991, AT 6:30 P.M. FOR THE PURPOSE
OF INTERVIEWING APPLICANTS FROM 6: 30 to 8: 00. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN
SECONDED THE MOTION.
Councilmember Holmgren indicated he did not feel
necessary to interview the Planning Commission
requesting reappointment because other Commission
reappointment are not being interviewed by the Council.
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MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
8.7. Partial Pay Estimate #1 School Street Improvement Project
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE PARTIAL PAY ESTIMATE #1 TO S.J.
LOUIS IN THE AMOUNT OF $140,728.81 FOR THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
8.8. Partial Pay Estimate #3 Proctor Avenue Improvement Project
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE PARTIAL PAY ESTIMATE #3 TO R. L.
LARSON EXCAVATING INCORPORATED IN THE AMOUNT OF $184,668.62 FOR THE
PROCTOR A VENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. COUNC I LMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
8.9. Police Union Contract;.
Pat KIaers informed the Council that the Police Union and the Cit.y have
reached an agreement for the 1991-92 Police Union Contract. He stated
that this action by the Police Union would cancel the 12/19/91
Arbi tration head ng. He indicated that the agreement reached was an
increase in wages of 4% for 1991 and 4% for 1992 and with three
additional premium holidays as outlined in the City's offer dated
9/30/91.
8.10.1992 Citv Pav Resol!ltion
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Pat Klaers, City Administrator, indicated that the City staff is
recommending a 3.5% increase in the pay ranges for all nonunion
employees. He further indicated that there are some changes in the pay
resolution which the Council should consider.
Councilmember Kropuenske commented on item #11 regarding Liquor Store
employees receiving additional compensation of $1.50 per hour for
working certain holiday hours. He questioned why City employees
recei ve preferential treatment from private employees. He stated that
he did not feel Liquor Store or part time employees should receive
addi tional compensation for working days such as Saturday or Friday
before a holiday. Councilmember Kropuenske also indicated that under
item #4, pertai ning to the part time Liquor Store clerks salary, he
fel t that reaching the top in three years of $7.25 per hour is high
compared to private sector wages.
Councilmember Schuldt felt that all City employees should be allowed to
have the same increase as the police union employees, which was 4% and
further indicated he fel t the City employees should r'ecei ve the same
increase in clothing allowance as the Police Department received.
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Councilmember Kropuenske indicated that those people working in the
clerical positions were being paid too high of wages compared to the
clerical posi tion8 in the private sector. Pat Klaers indicated that
the City does not have many choices in the matter because of the
Comparable \'/orth Law.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 91-77, A RESOLUTION
ADOPTING THE 1992 PAY PLAN FOR NONORGANIZED EMPLOYEES WITH THE
FOLLOWING CHANGES; THAT ITEM #1 BE CHANGED TO 4%, THAT ITEM #4 AND #1]
BE DELETED. MAYOR TRALLE SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION FAILED 2-2.
Councilmembers Kropuenske and Holmgren voted against the motion.
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 91-77, A
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 1992 PAY PLAN FOR NONORGANIZED EMPLOYEES AS
PRESENTED WITH THE ELIMINATION OF ITEMS #4 AND #11. COUNCILMEMBER
HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION FAILED 2-2. Mayor Tralle and
Councilmember Schuldt voted against the motion.
Mayor Tra11e indicated he felt. that all employees should receive the
same percentage of increase as the union employees. Councilmember
Holmgren indicated his concern regarding many of the department heads
being at the top of their pay ranges. He questioned what would happen
at that time. Pat Klaers indicated that once any employee is at the
top of his pay scale, they would receive only cost of living increases.
9. Check Re~ister
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COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE
COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE CHECK REGISTER.
THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
10. Other Business
There was no other business presented under this item.
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11. Citv Administrator Update
1. The City Administrator informed the Council that there was an HRA
meeting on Thursday, December 19.
2. The City Administrator informed the Counci I that the Health Care
Commi ttee would be meeting in .Tanuary.
3. The City Administrator informed the Council that the layouts are
being approved for the Highway 101 project. He indicated that
there is a 60 day time period in which the City can send a
resolution of support. It was the consensus of the Council to
send a letter of slIpport of the Highway 101 project with a
statement indicating that no delays take place in the project.
4. The City Administrator informed the Council that the Lake Orono
Homeowners Association will have their annual meeting on February
25, 1992. He indicated the Association has requested that the
Archi teet for the City Hall be present at the meeting. The City
Administrator indicated that he felt if the Architect were
present, the City Engineer should also be present. Mayor Tralle
indicated he would attend the meeting.
5.
The City Administr'ator noted an adjustment in the existing City
Hall agreement timeframe for moving into the new City Hall from
March of 1993 to May of 1993.
6. The City Administrator informed the Council that the City has
submitted information to the State regarding the Comparable Worth
Law. He stated that there may be some adjustments that Dlust be
made in order for the City to be in compliance with the law and
that a brief City Council meeting may be necessary on 12/30/91.
12. Adjournment
There being no further business, COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO
ADJOURN THE MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
The meeting of the Elk River City Council adjourned at 10:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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