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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCMinutes_2003_05_27 074 Brookings City Council Tuesday, May 27, 2003 The Brookings City Council held an action meeting on Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall with the following members present: Mayor Scott Munsterman, Council Members Doris Roden, Tom Bezdichek (arrived 5:33 p.m.), Julie Whaley, Tom Bozied and Mike McClemans. City Manager Mike Williams, City Attorney Steve Britzman, and Shari Thornes, City Clerk, were also present. Consent Agenda. A motion was made by Roden, seconded by McClemans, to approve the consent agenda which includes adoption of the agenda; approval of the May 6, 2003 and May 13, 2003 minutes; approval of Resolution No. 30-03 awardin�bids for Western Avenue Asphalt Paving & Pavement Marking Project (P3333(00)PCEMS 6278) to Bowes Construction, Inc. in the amount of $191,563.45; awarding a bid to sell a Street Department Motor Grader to Mayfiedd Colony for $18,351.00 (other bids received on May 20, 2003 were from Stalheim Equipment for $16,100, Butler Machinery Company for $14,850, Erickson Trucks N Parts for $6,627). All members voted yes to approve; motion carried. Resolution No. 30-03 Resolution Awarding Bids On P3333(00)PCEMS 6278 Surfacing On Western Avenue WHEREAS, the City of Brookings has received the following bid for Project P3333(00)PCEMS 6278 Surfacing on Western Avenue. "Bowes Conshuction, lnc." $X 91,563.4S NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the low bid of Bowes Construction, In� of Brookings, SD in the amount of $191,563.45 be accepted contingent upon the concurrence of the South Dakota Department of Transportation in the award of the bid. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the low bid of The Road Guy for Schedule A, Jamir Reclamation for Schedule B, Bowes Construction, In� for Schedules C, D, E, F and G, be accepted. Council Member Bezdichek arrived at 5:33 p.m. MultiPlea Board Reaort. Tom Richter, Swiftel Center Executive Director, updated the Council on recent activities including their first quarter statistics and upcoming events. prdinance No. 13-03 Rezonin�- Freeland Addition. A public hearing was held on Ordinance 13-03, an ordinance rezoning Blocks 7, 8 and 9, Freeland Addition from an Agricultural A District to an Individual I-1 District (Hwy. 14 By-Pass and I-29). All present were given an opportunity to be heard. A motion was made by Bozied, seconded by Whaley, to approve Ordinance No. 13-03. All members voted yes; motion camed. Ordinance No. 11-03 - Disutay of Ftags on Ris6t-of-Wava. A motion was made by McClemans, seconded by Bozied, to approve first reading of Ordinance No. 11-03, an ordinance amending the zoning regulations to a11ow for flags to be displayed on the public right-of-way. All members voted yes on first reading; motion carcied. Public hearing is scheduled for 7une 10, 2003. Ordinance No. 14-03 - B-5 Amendment to Zoning Ordinance. A motion was made by Bezdichek, seconded by Bozied, to approve first reading of Ordinance No. 14-03, an ordinance amending the zonin� ordinance pertaining to a Business B-5 Planned Commercial District. All members voted yes on first reading; motion carried. Public hearing is scheduled for June 10, 2003. Resolution No. 31-03 - Revised Preliminarv Plat- Telkamn Addition. A motion was made by Bezdichek, seconded by McClemans, to approve Resolution No. 31-03, a resolution approving a revised preliminary plat for a portion of Telkamp Addition (22°d Avenue and 9th Street). All members voted yes; motion carried. Resolution No. 31-03 Resolution Approving Preliminary Plat For A Portion of Telkamp Addition WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended approval of a revised preliminary plat of a portion of Telkamp Addition; and WHEREAS, The City Council desires to approve the preliminary plat as recommended; and o � � WHEREAS, It is known that Walmart intends to develop the property into a Walmart Super Center; and WHEREAS, this development is adjacent to McCrory Gardens identified in the Brookings 20/20 Comprehensive Plan as the aesthetic focal point of the community; and WHEREAS, Walmart has proceeded with its plans with great concern for McCrory Gardens and has plans that comply with current city ordinances. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the preliminary plat of a portion of Tetkamp Addition as described in the plat is hereby approved; and IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED,that because of the importance of the adjacent McCrory Gardens, the City Manager is hereby directed to monitor the site planning process and withhold approval of the final plat until McCrory Gardens has been adequately considered in the development. Citv Council Vacancv. The following candidates presented information to the Council: Michael Bartley, Rev. Dr. Teri Johnson, Tim Reed, Jay Vanduch, and Troy Hicks. Zeno W. Wicks III is currently in Africa and submitted comments via email. The Council discussed the criteria for selection. The Brookings City Charter stipulates that the selection of a council member is done by majority vote of the Council. Ba11ot selection to select the top two choices as a preliminary manner of selection was discussed. Once determined who has majority votes, there would be a final vote to affirm the decision to appoint. The City Manager expressed concern on that process. The City Attorney will research the issue. Economic Develoament Policv. A motion was made by Bezdichek, seconded by Whaley, to approve the Economic Development Policy. All members yes; except Bozied; motion carried. City of Brookings Ends Policy 4, Economic Development Establishing what is to be done, for whom, at what cost, and Executive Limitations to define unacceptable means Mission Statement - The City of Brookings is committed to providing a high quality of life for its citizens, and fostering a diverse economic base, through innovative thinking, strategic planning, and proactive,fiscally responsible municipat managemen� Economic Development—Key Performance Area Economic Deveiopment and eapansion is considered a key performance area by the Brookings City Council, and appears in the Mission Statement as "fostering � diverse economic base." The Council understands and intends to emphasize the importance of a healthy economy in Brookings and the surrounding area. For the entire community a healthy economy is critical to a high quality of life. Because of its great importance, there axe many entities involved in economic development in Brookings. As the City is a significant funding source for much of the economic development efforts in Brookings it is the Council's intention to spend economic development dollars in the wisest most productive manner possible. The City Council's desired End is to have an economy that is healthy and growin� with enough economic activity to support and fund public services. Toward that end, some overall indicators, expressed as ends, have been identified: A. The property tax base is growin�. B. Sales taxes are increasing. C. Retail, Commercial, and Industrial buildings are not vacant. D. There are employment opportunities. E. There are competitive wages. Having developed some overall Ends, following are more specific Ends to provide guidance to both the City Council and the City Manager. 1. City Government is prepared for economic development opportunities. a) 20% of un-obligated 75%-2nd Penny dollars are set aside for future economic development opportunities. b) The City Manager is designated as the primary contact from city government for economic development inquiries. c) City government, throu�h its City Manager, acts as a facilitator for cooperation amongst the various economic development entities. o7s d) There is adequate land available for future Industrial and Commercial development. e) BEDC has an Action Plan with Committees in place to foster economic development, create opportunities, and react to opportunities. � BEDC has a Hosting Committee prepared to present Brookings to potential new business and industry. 2. Economic development entities are working cooperatively and collaboratively. a) A comprehensive economic development strategy e�sts. b) Economic development entities meet with the city manager on a regular basis and report to the City Council on a regular basis. c) There is an excellent relationship between economic development entities and the Governor's Office of Economic Development. d) There is a planned, cooperative effort for all"hostings". e) There is a rotation of businesses through the EDC Incubator. 3. Economic development efforts are conducted with an emphasis on the community's assets. a) The growth and expansion of e�sting Brookings industries is the primary target for increased employment and economic growth. b) SDSU students and SDSU Colleges are viewed as potential partners to taxgeted businesses and industries. A business or industry closely related to a field of study at SDSU can profit from the use of a quasi-professionaVprofessional work force willing to work part-time and eventually full-time, the knowledge base held within an SDSU college, and other partnerships with SDSU. 4. There is a University Research& Technology Park close to the SDSU campus. a) There is a Steering Committee to guide development and consensus. b) There is a plan and a strategy for accomplishing a R&T Park. c) Agreements for governing various Research Park Programs are in place. 5. The land around the Swiftel Center/Ice Arena is developed to enhance and complement the existing land use in the area. a) Planning for this important area of land has been conducted. b) Proper zoning changes have been completed. c) Zoning changes encourage a University ResearchBusiness park atmosphere and promote economic development. d) The South Dakota Department of Transportation has moved its facility and transferred its land to the City of Brookings so that it is available for development in conjunction with the University Research/Business Park and the Swiftel Center/Ice Arena. 6. Tourism is bringing outside money to the community. a) Quality events and promotions occur frequently. b) There is an events coordinator and an emphasis on filling the summer months with activities. Hotel rooms are full. c) "3rd Penny"tax receipts are increasing. d) Sales taar receipts are directly impacted by events. e) Facilities (Ice Arena, Swiftel Center, Sports Fields, Performin� Arts Center) are used at capacity. fl Promotion dollars leverage significant visitor spending. g) The community accepts a plan for the broadeting of the tax base for promotional uses. 7. Tourism entities are working cooperatively and collaboratively. a) A comprehensive promotion strategy exists. b) City Govemment acts as a facilitator for cooperation among the various tourism entities. 8. The Research and Technology Center operates to facilitate the start-up and continued health of agricultural and research based business and industry. Businesses and organizations placed in the Center are agricultural research and technology based. A specific policy,guides the management of the Research and Technology Center. 9. Because the State of South Dakota provides local control of the number of liquor licenses allowed in a City, there are ample liquor licenses available for future development of amenities the traveling and visiting public desires. The City of Brookings has a policy to guide the distribution of licenses(operating agreements). 10. The cost for tourism and promotion will not exceed the sum of the "3`d Penny" revenues raised annually plus $300,000. 11. The cost of economic development activities fluctuate based on the need and projects proposed. 12. The City Council has considered predevelopment agreements with large retail developments. 07 � 2004 Aparopriation Requests. 2004 City funding applications have been submitted by the Chamber of Commerce, Brookings Area Community Band, Braokings Arts Council, Brookings City Cab, Brookings Economic Development Corporation, Brookings Kids Voting, Convention Visitor's Bureau, Downtown Brookings Inc., East Central CASA program, East Central Mental Health, and the Swiftel Center. The Council asked to hear presentations from Brookings Area Community Band, Downtown Brookings Inc., East Central CASA program, East Central Mental Health, and the Swiftel Center at a future meeting. Fire Heaw Rescue Truck. City Manager Michael Williams and Fire Chief Darrell Hartmann presented additional information about the proposed purchase of a Heavy Rescue Unit for the Brookings Fire Department. The City has an opportunity to purchase a 2000 KME Custom Heavy Rescue unit. There was consensus to proceed with sending personnel to view the equipment. The Council will discuss the ne� step in the bidding process at the June meeting. Research Park Steering Committee. A motion was made by Bozied, seconded by McClemans, to appoint Scott Munsterman as a city representative on the Research Park Steering Committee. All members voted yes; motion carried. East Central Regional Communications Council. A motion was made by Roden, seconded by Whaley, to appoint Tom Bezdichek as city representative to the East Central Regional Communications Council (E-911 Council). All members voted yes; motion carried. Eaecutive Session. A motion was made by Bozied, seconded by Roden, to enter into Executive Session at 8:04 p.m. regarding Labor Negotiations and Health Plan, with the Mike Williams, City Manager; Steve Britzman, City Attorney; Tracy Dahl-Webb, Human Resources Director and Shari Thornes, City Clerk present. All members voted yes; motion carried. A motion was made by Bozied, seconded by McClemans, to return to regular session at 9:04 p.m. All members voted yes; motion carried. No further action was taken. Adiournment. A motion was made by Roden, seconded by Bozied, to adjourn. All present voted yes; motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:04 p.m. CI ROOKINGS oa°...C�NC�Fe S . unsterman, Mayor �: T�S��'° , ,� :� n� �� jy Qs' • �G ,r� �f ari Thornes, City Clerk