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weekly notes - March 16th 2018
r ti. CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WEEKLY NOTES for: March 16th,2018 TO: City Council Members& Staff FROM: Eric Johnson, City Administrator Zoning and Development Items: 1. The Holiday Inn Express and Public Storage have submitted applications. 2. Enclosed is a copy of the City grant application for$9,500 to the Washington County Community Development Agency—related to the investigation of the Norell Ave Project area—frontage road re-alignment 3. As a VERY Early heads up—if the Palmer Station project proceeds after bids are received, there will be a need for a major sanitary sewer excavation at the 58th street and Oakgreen Intersection. This will likely shut down the roadway—north of 58th street and cause other detours for approximately 5 days. Staff would expect to try to require as much work as possible at night-- however, there will certainly be some detours and delays in this area.When we know the contractor schedule this summer we will of course send out public information pieces. This trench will need to be approximately 50 feet wide and 25 feet deep. +/- with significant volume of dirt being moved. 4. The City will be sending out a notice to residents about the upcoming mill&overlay project—see enclosed. 5. Sunnyside Marina was issued a Tree Cutting permit; they are planning extensive tree removal and planting. Lands lying east of the railroad tracks are in the Riverway District and require this format of permitting—generally related to the St.Croix River protections. Other Items: • Registration for the 2018 LMC Conference in St. Cloud is now open, I have enclosed related information about the planned program and costs. • Apparently,there is a petition circulating on various websites—seeking some form of action by MnDOT to address safety concerns at Lake Elmo Ave and STH 36-please see the enclosed email from Adam Josephson of MNDOT. Mayor McComber provided: 1. LMC—Cities Bulletin for 3/12/18. 2. MAOSC—Legislative Update for 3/12/18 3. METRO CITIES news for 3/9/18 4. Bayport Fire Advisory Group—Meeting Agenda Please let me know if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 80 M �WASNNOTON cauk UDeNlapmnn Apmcy WASH INO TON COUNTY CDA PREEDINEVELLOPMENT FINANCE FUND GIRRANT APPLJCKTWONJ General Information Date: March 9"',2018 Project Name: Norrell Redevelopment and Traffic Improvement Area Applicant City/Township: City of Oak Park Heights Applicant Address: PO BOX 2007, Stillwater,MN 55082 Application/Project Contact: Eric Johnson, City Administrator Contact Email Address: eaiohnson_(i,citYofoakaarkheishts.com Contact Phone Number: 651-4394439 Authorized Official(s) for Execution of Contracts(name and title): Eric Johnson,City Administrator How much grant funding are you requesting? $9,500.00 Is the applicant an eligible public entity as defined in the program policy and guidelines?Yes X No I. PREDEVELOPMENT FINANCE FUND PROPOSED PROJECT DESCRIPTION 1. Describe the city's/township's goals, objectives and need for the Predevelopment Finance Fund grant and anticipated future commercial and industrial opportunities and other proposed components. Please explain the public benefit of the proposed plan, report or study. Attach copy of proposed contractor services or scope o work for any activities to be funded by CDA rant funds. The City's goals to improve the"Norell Ave. Project Area"for such funding are twofold: 1. The City is attempting to improve the traffic situation at the intersection located at Norrell Ave and the MNDOT South Frontage Roadway(60th Street) 2. Enable a redevelopment of the underutilized areas and/or vacant buildings to maximize tax capacity and refresh a prominent corner in the City. The City is seeking funding from the PFF to fund a portion of the necessary feasibility studies(see attachment for Scope)that would potentially re-routelrealign the frontage road area approximately 300 feet southwardly and which would improve stacking, turning movements and safety. This intersection area currently is a poorly functioning location and was designed with far less traffic load. With such re-alignment better vehicular access to these retail areas could be established improving current vacancies to underutilized properties as well as the possibility of developing "dead-space" in the localized are into developable lands 2 of 80 now only existing as an underutilized parking area. The benefit to the public as a whole would be improvement of traffic conditions, expansion of local tax base via redevelopments and would foster a more vibrant commercial area. 2. Has a developer or end user been identified or committed to the proposed site? Not at this time, however preliminary meetings with impacted landowners have been held and many seem amenable to alterations in the layouts and to identify further developable space. 3. Provide a brief history of the site including any previous uses, activities, prior or existing contamination,and other previous attempts at selling,developing or redeveloping the site. (please identify any obstacles that may be preventing the city/township from accomplishing its goals for the site or area)? The area in general — as shown on the maps attached, is largely constructed with facilities that were in existence prior to the City annexation expansion in the early 1980's as well as the massive increase in traffic along the nearby STH 36.The community as a whole experiences significant delays moving through this area at peak time as has likely resulted in underdevelopment of the adjacent properties. 4. Describe any studies or development activities at the proposed site or project area that have already been completed or are currently underway(if applicable). The City of Oak Park Heights and the City of Stillwater are currently undertaking a study,funded by Federal HPP and Locally contributed funds to determine if any LIMITED actions could be undertaken to also improve the adjacent STH 361 Norell-Washington intersection. It is hoped that this additional study might result in identifying ways of alleviating traffic delays.Such study however is not similar to what is proposed here and is only proposed to identify limited enhancements and not geometric changes. 5. Proposed Budget. Itemize all funding sources that have been or will be used to complete the proposed project goals and activities. Source of Funds Amount Committed Pending Washington County CDA Funds — $ 9,500 ❑ Requested Alignment Concepts City of Oak Park Heights — Alignment $11,500 XXX ❑ Concepts City of Oak Park Heights—SITE Planning $ 3,800 ❑ XXX Concepts Total: $26,650 Itemize expenses for the completion of the proposed project goals or proposed activities. Itemized Use of Funds/Expenses Costs Funding Source STANTEC—Alignment Concepts WCCDA $9,500$22,850 City $13,350 STANTEC—SITE Planning Concepts $3,800 CITY Total: $26,650 3 of 80 II. DETAILED PROJECT AND ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION 1. Please provide location maps,photos,current and projected site plans(if available). (maps should include site or project area location,property boundaries,north arrow, and bar scale, etc.) See Attachments: MAP 1-"Norell Ave. Project Area" MAP 2—Concept Roadway Layout STANTEC Feasibility Study Proposal—Dated 217118 2. Describe all of the proposed activities(i.e. studies)that are part of this grant funding request. Complete the study as outlined in STANTEC proposal dated Feb 7u, 2018 (enclosed) to outline Alignment Concepts.This includes the identification of general alignment feasibility,cost estimates, ROW needs,Application of Traffic Analysis and Safety Impacts. 3. Is demolition of blighted buildings or other structures part of the proposed project? Yes, demolition of structures is likely necessary to accommodate redevelopment of the "EAGLES" site and possibly the former McCormick's site, however if these structures should be defined as "blighted" is unknown.Certainly,these have exceeded their reasonably anticipated life span and the costs associate to bring these facilities to meet new construction codes would be significant. 4. What is the proposed future end use of the project site or area? An enhanced commercial area with new construction and an improved transportation system that will benefit all commercial businesses in the area—which includes large retailers such as Wal-Mart, Menards, Kohls, Chipotle's but also local operators such as Gardy's Motorcycles and Stillwater Family Dental. 4 of 80 5. Describe the site or project area(including): (please attach current property tax statement(s): Acreage of overall site:22.9+/-Acres in Project Area Number of parcels: 24 parcels are impacted Clty of Oak Park Heilzhts Norell Ave-Project Area PIN Acres OWNER NAME OWN ADD U OWN ADD L3 EMV LAND EMV BLDG EMV TOTAL TAX CAPAC 9502820210016 0570 STILLWATER AERIE NO 94 FOE 13523 00TH ST N STILLWATER MN 56082 $ 274,0 $ $ 274,500 S 5,490 0502920120038 0.080 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS 14186 OAK PARK BLVD N PO BOX 2007 STILLWATER MN 56082-2007 $ 1,500 $ - $ 1,500 $ - 0502920'110023 0.2BD CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS 14168 OAK PARK BLVD N PO BOX 2007 STILLWATER MN MM-2007 S 1,500 $ $ 1,500 $ 0502920210025 0.380 STILLWATER AERIE NO 94 FOE 13523 BOTH ST N STILLWATER MN 55052 S 179,900 $ - $ 179,800 $ 3,598 0502820120042 1.320 JFC PROPS LLC 8 KI:PROPS LLC 1362560TH ST N STILLWATER MN 55082 $ 576,500 $ 652,700 $ 1,229,200 $ 23,834 10013 0.890 STILLWATER AERIE NO 94 FOE 13513 BOTH ST N STILLWATER MN 55082 $ 424,900 S 53,900 $ 478,800 $ 8,82B 050292 IWI1 0470 OPH60 LLC 13481 BOTH ST N STE 100 STILLWATER MN 55082 $ 208,900 S 1,988,000 S 2175,900 S 42,768 0502920210001 1.140 OSMUNDSDN LAND CO LLC 5021 VERNON AVE S 5128 EDNA MN 55430 $ 545,100 S 46A800 $ 1,909,9W S 15,448 0502920210022 0.270 WAL-MART STORES INC 1861 PO BOX 8050 BENTONMLLE AR 72716 $ 99,500 $ $ 99,500 S 1,493 0502820210020 2.060 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS 14168 OAK PARK BLVD N PO BOX 2007 STILLWATER MN 550822007 $ 1,500 $ $ 1,500 $ 0502920120637 0.070 CRY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS 14166 OAK PARK BLVD N PO BOX 2007 STILLWATER MN 55=-2007 $ 1,500 $ - $ 1,500 $ - C802920219039 8.490 OPH PAT LLC 8 OPH VAL LLC 3500 AMERICAN BLVD W 8200 BLOOMINGTON MN 55431 $ 2,034,700 5 4,=.9JO S 6.587,600 $ 131,351 I60Q920210037 1.330 HALLE PROP LLC 20225 SCOTTSDALE RD N SCOTTSDALE AZ 85255 $ 52$5m 5 601,000 S 1,123,500 $ 21,720 0602926120008 0.100 CRY OF ONS PARK F"HTS 14168 OAS PARK BLVD N PO BOX 20]7 STILLWATER MN 55082-2007 $ 1,5m $ - $ 1,5W $ 0502920120018 0.600 JADRE LLC 13601 BOTH ST N STILLWATER MN 55082 $ 298,500 $ 201,200 $ 590,700 $ 9,264 0502920120032 0.560 CRY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS 14168 OAK PARK BLVD N PO BOX 2007 STILLWATER MN 56082.2907 $ 1,500 $ $ 1,5m $ 0502920120036 0.390 JG THOMAS LLC PO BOX 190 STILLWATER MN 56082 $ 199,800 $ - $ 199,600 $ 3,992 129017 0.480 JG THOMAS LLC PO BOX 190 STILLWATER MN 55002 S 2,%100 $ 158,20 $ 406,300 $ 7,376 120033 1.240 AUTOZONE DEVELOPMENT CORP PO BOX 2198 MEMPHIS TN 38101-2198 $ 596,600 $ 490,200 $ 1,085,800 $ 20,986 0502920210012 0.240 OPH96 LLC 1348160TH ST N STE 100 STILLWATER MN 55082 $ 19400 $ - $ 104,400 $ 2,088 05028202100126 0.690 CITY OF OAR PARK}EIGHTS 14168 OAK PARK BLVD N PO BOX 2007 STILLWATER MN 5608&2907 $ 1,590 $ S 1,500 $ &=10024 0.080 CITY OF OAK PARK FRIGHTS 14168 OAC PARK BLVD N PO BOX 2007 STILLWATER MN 59082-2007 $ 1,500 $ - S 1,500 $ %02820219038 1.260 RTMINNEAPOLIS FRANCHISE LLD 150WORURCHAVE MARYVILLE TN 37801-49M $ 480,090 $ 895,900 $ 1,175,990 $ 22,7681.. 129948 24.010 WAL-MART REAL ESTATE BUSINESS TRUST PO BOX 8050 BENTONVILLE AR 72716-WM $ 6,274,707 S 81328,000 S 14,602,700 $ 291,304 1... TOTALS $ 13,080,300 $18,145,800 $ 32,224200 $ 614285 Totals Not lncludingWalMartandPlerOne/MichaelsImprovement Values S 13,080,300 $ 5,284,900 $ 18,365,200 NA Project is premature to seek letters of support,but preliminary meetings have been positive with key property owners. Owner Support Letter Attached Parcel Identification/Description Number or Address Yes No SSE CHART ABOVE Please identify all property owners and include a letter of support from each owner: Is the property currently listed or available for sale? After development or redevelopment is complete, what portion of the project site be publicly and privately owned? Public: Private: 5 of 80 6. Identify any other partners and their roles such as land owners, realtors, developers, consultants, and regulating/permitting agencies, etc. (if applicable): The City has met with the various property owners in the impacted area and all parties appear willing to engage in the necessary discussion and fairly evaluate the project.A second meeting is planned for April 4th and will invite all property owners as well as NINDOT and the local watershed. 7. How will the proposed project and/or activities promote or increase future commercial/industrial market values in the city/township/county (please identify your goals for increased commercial and industrial property tax base as a result of the proposed activities and describe how you will measure success)? If the project is successful — defined by the road be re-routed, with new construction also be accomplished it will improve the local transportation network for all, improve the neighborhood aesthetics and add more long-term value to the City's tax base.A further goal is to hopefully increase overall commercial density—with office or retail in these areas as much of the land is under-utilized for such a prominent corner. 8. How will the proposed project and/or activities promote or increase fixture employment opportunities in the city/township/county(please identify your job and wage goals as a result of the proposed activities and describe how you will measure success)? While the area redevelopment would be a positive value creating new tax base it would dramatically improve the local transportation network which is vitally necessary for a commercial district. However,would only result in minimal employment opportunities andlorwould be generally minimum wage jobs typically found in the service industry. 9. Please provide detailed project timeline with all actions, phases, and anticipated dates for completion(when will the activities/studies be complete)? Norell Ave. Proiect Area-TIMELINE ESTIMATED March-April 2018 Continued Preliminary Meetings with Property Owners and MNDOT 10. Describe April-May 2018 Complete Phase A-Feasibility studies-WCCDA FUNDS why the May-June 2018 Acquire General Consensus of Project Needs and Outcomes July-August 2018 Explore Land Needs and Phase B Cost Estimates August-September2018 Select Layout Alternative August-September 2018 Begin Land Transaction Discussion October-November 2018 Complete Land Acquisition or Securement of Purchase Option November2018 Secure Financial Commitments ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES? MNDOT Financial Commitments? January2019 Bidding for road Construction March-April 2019 Award Bids May4uly-2019 Construct Roadway May-July-2019 Demolition of McCormick's and Other Private Elements August-September-2019 Roadway Opens development or redevelopment study, report or plan is needed and why the property is not likely to develop through the normal private sector process? 6 of 80 The studies anticipated here aim to outline a process by which the frontage road could be re-routed from its current location to a point approximately 300'to the south. Because of this the City belives the following would three actions would occur: 1. The Eagle's site will see a redevelopment. This would not occur as the access point is on a shred driveway t y located along the current frontage road and would not allow for adequate stacking or turning movements. Further,the City could swap the lands it owns near the " north side of the property for lands necessary for the a w new frontage roadway, thereby creating additional -and likely-more valuable retail space. s 2. The McCormick's will see a redevelopment as their ' " access will be improved from the adjacent corner and will bring more traffic directly in front of their property. The current site has been empty for approximately 2 years. Li ., M i �I .... 3. The large parking field south of McCormick's and north " • of the Pier 1 store could be better utilized and . _._.ti -- potentially a retail site with excellent access to this new '�- frontage roadway. The current site is over-parked and this space is regularly empty. 7 of 80 11. Describe the level of commitment by the city/township to the development of the property or area (please identify how the proposed activities meet the city/township priorities, land use planning, economic development goals,etc....)? Why is this important to the city/township? Please attach a resolution requesting grant funding from the Predevelopment Finance Fund adopted by the city/township (sample resolution provided by the CDA). Resolution is attached. RESOLUTION 18-03-15 A RESOLUTION AUT IORIZNG THE APPLICATION TO THE WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR GRANT FUNDING ASSOCIATED WITH PRF,LIMIMARY REDEVELOPMENT AND CONCEPT STUDIES AT NORELL AVE AND 60TH STREET. WIIERBAS,the City ofhas identified a proposed Project within the City lhatmeetsthe Washington County Community Development Agency(CDA)Pmdevelopumt Finance Fund's purposes and criteria with such project being,the study of redevelopment opportunities for the Norell Ave 1606 Sheet into union that is targeted to improve access and eacourage oadevelopment of arae propw ics;and - . 41 ill LFII ., t WHEREAS,the City has established that the property in consideration has been zumed and/or guided for future developtnent accordingly and the proposed pmjed is a high priority of the City,and WHEREAS,the City supports the proposed project scope of work that is estimated to not exceed 530.000 in out of pocket costs relate to engineering and planning services and hereby supports the application to the Predevelopment Fumes Fund for an amount not to exceed$9,500;and WHEREAS,the City has the legal authority to apply for financial assistance;and WHEREAS.the City is supportive of enhancing economic development opportunities that will serve to estate jobs,enhance the tax base and improve the fives of area residents. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of approves the application for funding from the Washington County CDA Predevelopment Finance Fund. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon approval of its application by the Washington County CDA,the City Administrator is hereby author ind to execute.cnrh agmernents as are necessary to receive and use the funding for the proposed project;. Passed by the C:' Council for the City of Oak Park Heigh this 3 3 t day of Marth,2018 A J / A abet•,Mayor I d son,City Administrator 8 of 80 MAP 1• "Norell Ave. Project Area" { b � . 4 _ raw► npp s _ jl _ Ll 44 40�. 4 IL ."• J. P w i W W Z ti W T �. IA to r X F* 9 n 9 of 80 MAP 2—Concept Roadway Layout m_ Ye - fi F Y hR LT�p e5 C.RI' a �a C e� a: r s G P• 10 of 80 STANTEC Feasibility Study Proposal - Dated 217118 11 of 80 (V Stantec February 7,2018 To: Eric Johnson, City Administrator City of Oak Park Heights From: Lee Mann,P.E. Pat McGraw,P.E. Re: TH 36 Backage Road Preliminary Study-Scope and Fee Project Understanding The City of Oak Park Heights(OPH)has been working in cooperation with the City of Stillwater and the Minnesota Department of Transportation(MnDOT)to study potential improvements to the Norell Ave N./TH 36/Washington Ave intersection.Those efforts are on-going.One issue with the current configuration of the intersection is the close proximity of the adjacent frontage road intersections with Norell Ave N.As a separate effort the City of Oak Park Heights is interested in a preliminary study of the potential pros,cons and costs of realignment of the southern frontage road(6oth St N.) approximately 340'to the south of the current intersection with Norell Ave N.In general re-alignment would follow the northern portion of the Walmart and Kohls parking lots and intersect Krueger Lane to the west and Norwich Ave N.to the east at approximately the same locations of the current lot accesses.A conceptual sketch developed by the City is attached. The Preliminary Study Report will include the following: Meetings: A kickoff meeting and up to two design meetings will be held at the City of Oak Park Heights. Stantec staff will attend as necessary to facilitate the agenda items for each meeting. Stantec will provide agenda,copies of current work products as necessary and general meeting facilitation. • Base Man: Stantec will utilize record plans and permit submittal data provided by the City in mapping existing public utilities(water,sanitary sewer&storm sewer).The City will provide current right-of-way and property line information for all potentially affected roadways and properties.Stantec will prepare a CARD base map depicting the roadway right-of-way,property boundaries,and public utilities overlaid on an aerial image of the project area.Topographic,private utility or other site based surveys will not be conducted.A desktop wetland search will also be conducted,and approximate wetland boundaries added to the base map as necessary. Conceptual Layouts:Refine City's sketch layout to include basic geometric information (number of lanes,lane width,turn-lanes,curve radii).Concept one will be a three-lane roadway with full stop control at the three intersections(Norell Ave N.,Krueger Lane, Norwich Ave N.).Concept two will include a roundabout at Norell Ave N.Each concept will include a boulevard separated multi-use trail.The layouts will be conceptual/schematic. Details of connections to individual property accesses,connections to existing parking areas or other nuanced items will not be included. • Evaluation of Physical Impacts:For each of the three alternative layouts the following potential impacts will be quantified. 1 TH 36 Backage Road Preliminary Study—Scope and Fee 12 of 80 (3 Stantec February 7,2018 o Right-of--Way: Needed permanent rights-of-way will be measured in square feet needed on a per property basis.Anticipated acquisition costs will not be considered. o Storm Sewer: Impacts to the existing system will be evaluated.The ability to physically manage storm water to and through the existing system will be evaluated.The system will only be modeled to the degree necessary to identify potential constraints that will need to be addressed during design.Potential challenges to storm water permitting will also be considered and discussed. o Public and Private Utilities: Impacts to existing utilities will be identified and discussed. • nMfflc Ana sis:Traffic data being utilized for the City of Oak Park Heights/City of Stillwater/MnDOT study of the TH 36&Norell Ave N.intersection will be utilized.It is expected that the data will be made readily available to Stantec for use in this study.The traffic volumes currently applied to the 6oth St N.intersections with Krueger Lane,Norell Ave N.,and Norwich Ave N.will be applied to the relocated intersections.It is understood that MnDOT is currently retiming the TH 36 intersection.The model will be run with the updated timing as soon as available.The model will be run for conceptual layouts one and two only. Delay,95 percentile queues and level of service will be reported for each movement,leg and intersection. In addition to the existing year data,a ten-year projection will also be modeled and reported on.The projections previously prepared for the TH 36&Norell Ave N.intersection study will be utilized. Of particular interest is the ability of the segment of Norell Ave N.between 6oth St N.and TH 36 to accommodate anticipated queues. • S e :A general identification and discussion of safety impacts,such as impacts to pedestrian movements or the number of conflict points will also be provided. • Cost Estimates•Conceptual level cost estimates will be prepared for each of the three layout alternatives.Pavement structure costs will be quantified on length/width/depth basis.Cost of storm sewer structures will be measured by each and pipes by linear foot.Cost of ancillary items such as signing,lighting and striping will be included on a percentage basis.Landscaping or ponding costs will not be included.Remaining miscellaneous items such as turf establishment will be covered under a 30%contingency. • Miscellaneous Considerations:A general summary of items which would need to be addressed in later phases of the project,such as accommodation of movements associated with specific properties will also be provided with the understanding the list will evolve as design progresses. • Report:A draft and final report will be submitted to the City.Comments are anticipated on the draft report.The draft and final reports will be provided to the City in PDF format. Report Outcomes The report will assist the City staff in considering the following items regarding the potential frontage road realignment: i. What amount of property acquisition may be necessary? 2. What impacts to the existing storm sewer system will need to be addressed? 2 TH 36 Backage Road Preliminary Study—Scope and Fee 13 of 80 5 Stantec February 7,2018 3. Could there be difficulties with storm water permitting? 4. What impacts to private utilities will need to be addressed? 5. What can the general expectations regarding traffic queuing and levels of service be at the three intersections? a. Specifically,could queuing between TH 36 and 60th St N.continue to present a problem? 6. What safety concerns may be eliminated or what new concerns may arrive? 7. What should general construction cost expectations be? 8. Are there any other significant issues that will need to be resolved through additional preliminary design? Fees/Schedule The fee for the Preliminary Study is a lump sum $22,850.A possible schedule to complete the study is shown below: • Authorize Preliminary Study February 13, 2018 • Kickoff Meeting February 20,2018 • Design Meeting(s)w/City Staff March 2018 • Complete Draft Report for Review April, 2018 • Submit Final Report May,2018 This Scope of Services,described above,represents the understanding between the City and Oak Park Heights and Stantec in respect to the TH 36 Backage Road Preliminary Study south of the intersection at TH36 and Norell Ave. in Oak Park Heights,and may only be modified in writing signed by both of us and is subject to the current Master Services Agreement between the City and Stantec. If this scope and fee satisfactorily sets forth conditions of our Agreement,please sign in the space below and return one copy to our office. CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS By Print Name and ritle Date 3 TH 36 Backage Road Preliminary Study—Scope and Fee 14 of 80 City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Box 2007.Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-0574 3118118 TO: X FOR MAIL MERGE X X RE: 2018--City Street-Mill&Overlay Project Dear City Resident 1 Business Operator: The City is planning on performing a MILL & - OVERLAY of a number of streets during the ROJECT L TION summer of 2018 as shown in the map here-> A MILL & OVERLAY generally consists of I milling"the top few inches of black-top from the roadway and then reapplying these as well as adding some new materials to that area to create y' t an improved roadway surface. _ K a - y II A MILL&OVERLAY is an intermediary step in 58 +Sr++ road maintenance to reach the full life-cycle of a rj z road. We would expect that the MILL and , OVERLAY would delay the need for a full , reconstruction for at least another decade. _ ,�o Flaw Unlike many communities, Oak Park Heights i does not assess costs for MILL and OVERLAY projects. These costs are recovered through general property taxes. wtAlthough some failed curb sections there will be localized d Iru tion to your local street and may you p generally g� ed — with this type of project. However, p' y some temporary delay,undue noise and of course the traditional construction headaches.At this time,the final schedule has not been Identified but is anticipated to occur in Summer 2018. More information will be sent out once these dates are better known,but the City desires you to have a very early knowledge of this project.We expect the project to enhance the roadway from both a"drive-ability"and visual standpoint. Please let me know if you have any questions Kind Regards Eric Johnson City Administrator 15 of 80 City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N• Box 2007.Oak Park Heights, PAIN 55082• Phone 651 439-4439• Fax 651 439-0574 March 12, 2018 TO: Port of Sunnyside Club, Inc. Attn: Rick Chapman. 6413 St. Croix Trail N. Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 RE: Tree removals and Replacements —Sunny Side Marina Thank you for the related information provided with your upcoming site improvements to enhance the Marina. Your permit request for Tree Removals and Replacement is hereby approved with the following conditions: PERMIT CONDITIONS 1. All cutting is consistent with the findings provided by City Arborist in her memo dated 3/12/18 — enclosed. 2. Arborist will re-inspect this site upon project completion to ensure compliance with discussed protocols. 3. All elements of the project remain in the area as indicated on the submitted maps and site plans as enclosed. 4. This permit shall be void in 120 days from its issuance - see date above. S. The project shall follow and/all Best Management Practices for tree / vegetative removal in a shoreland area. 6. Final site review by arborist will be require with close-out documentation provided by the Applicant verifying all installations. Please I e kno ou have any questions. S' cerely, n ity A inistrator C Jennifer Sorensen, MNDNR 16 of 80 . . City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Blvd N.•Box 2007.Oak Park Heights,MN 55082 is Phone(651)439-4439•Fax 439-0574 Memoranda To: Eric Johnson, City Administrator Cc: Rick Chapman, Sunnyside Marina From: Lisa Danielson,Arborist Date: 3/12/2018 Re: Sunnyside Marina Landscaping Plans-Arborist Review I have reviewed the tree removal and proposed landscaping plans for the Sunnyside Marina from Ground One Landscape dated July 17, 2017 and March 9, 2018. My comments and/or recommendations are as follows: Overall Landscape Plan The plan includes an array of species to be planted (5)five deciduous shade tree species, (4) four deciduous shrub species, (3) three perennial species, (1) one evergreen species and (2) two groundoover species. The plants included are acceptable and will complement the overall site and the existing landscaping well. Plant Schedule The plant schedule (sheet 1-1.1) shows a good choice of species diversity with some native or improved cultivars of native plants. Most of the trees and plants chosen are hardy under local growing conditions, relatively insect and disease free and fairly low maintenance. The plant sizes conform to zoning ordinance requirements. Tree Removal and Protection Plan The tree protection plan included is complete. Tree Replacement The tree replacement requirement of 68.66 caliper inches has been satisfied with deciduous trees included in the plant schedule, total of 69 caliper inches. The sizes of all deciduous replacement trees are above the minimum size requirements in the Tree Protection Ordinance for replacement trees. TREE CITY U.S.A. 17 of 80 Landscape Details and Notes (1-1.1) The landscape contractor for the project is required to plant all trees and shrubs according to the approved planting detail submitted with the approved landscape plan. A shrub planting detail diagram must also be included on the final plans. Landscaping will be inspected by the City Arborist after planting and any deviations from the detail will need to be corrected before the landscaping will be approved by the City. 2 TREE CITY U.S.A. 18 of 80 Sunnyside Marina Tree Replacement Calculation (2018-03-09) [(A/B) x Q x A=D A=Total Diameter Inches of Significant Trees Lost as a Result of the Land Alteration B=Total Diameter Inches of Significant Trees Situated on the Land C=Tree Replacement Constant (1.33) D= Replacement Trees (Number of Caliper Inches) (Calculation for the entire site on plans) [(176 C.I./540 C.I.)x 1.33]x 176 C.I. =D D=76.29 Caliper Inches (Minus 10%Tree Preservation Credit) = 68.66 Caliper Inches Minus 69 Caliper Inches in Proposed Plantings D=-.34 C 1. 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Josephson,Adam(DOT) <adam.josephson@state.mn.us> Seat: Monday, March 12, 2018 8:24 AM To: Eric Johnson; Shawn Sanders; khandt@lakeelmo.org;clerk@cityofgrant.us; Brian Bachmeier, craig.waldron@northstpaul.org;Wayne Sandberg; cityofpinesprings@juno.com;Jack Griffin (jack.griffin@focusengineeringinc.com); mdawley@wsbeng.com Cc: Tomasevich, Dmitry(DOT);Coddington, Ryan (DO Subject: Hwy 36 - petetion FYI Just wanted to make you aware of this petition htt s: www.the etitionsite.com 357 157 566 chan a-hi hwa -36 ?taf id=52786200&cid=fb na Also I have received many emails about the crash at Lake Elmo Ave/36 on 2.27.18, this is my response email to most of them it covers some background, corridor changes that have occurred, projects in the works and touches on ideas for the intersection. If you have any questions please let me know. Adam Josephson MnDOT—Metro East Area Manager I have received numerous emails about the Hwy 36/Lake Elmo Avenue intersection since the crash that occurred last Tuesday afternoon. I believe this crash has really hit home with people because it could have happened to anyone that was sitting at a red light. The State Patrol is investigating the fatal crash that occurred on Tuesday(2/27/18) in the eastbound lanes on Hwy 36 at the Lake Elmo Ave(County Road 17)signalized intersection. The apparent cause of the crash was distracted driving. Below is a link to a 2/28/18 Pioneer Press Article about the crash. htt s: www.twincities.com/2018/02/28/wisconsin-businessman-and-professor-killed-in-lake-elmo-hwv-36-crash( MnDOT has evaluated the signal operations since the crash to insure it was operating as it should be and that no damage to the signal occurred that needed to be addressed. Traffic continues to grow on Highway 36 due to the new river bridge as well as growth in the area. MnDOT is working with the counties and local communities along the Highway 36 to reduce stop lights, reduce hazardous crossing maneuvers,eliminate driveways when possible and improve the safety of the highway. Dating back over 20 years,major improvements along Hwy 36 have occurred at English, McKnight, Margaret, Hilton Trail and the signals in Oak Park Heights and Stillwater. Lower cost safety improvements that eliminated hazardous crossover movements at Viking Drive, Highlands Trail, Demontreville Trail and Keats Avenue. Plans are in the works to upgrade the Hadley intersection to an interchange in 2019 and the Manning intersection to an interchange in 2021. Century Avenue(State Highway 120)and Lake Elmo Avenue(County Highway 17)will soon be the last two traffic signals along Hwy 36 west of old Hwy 5 (now County 15). These two intersections are priorities. MnDOT will continue to work with the counties and communities to develop solutions and look for opportunities to secure funding. Interchange projects are expensive costing$25 million or more at each location. These types of projects also have significant 39 of 80 1 challenges with regards to available land,frontage road connections, noise and visual impacts to residents,shifting community priorities and funding. Many of the emails have suggested improvements to the intersection; • Reduce the Sneed limit from 65 MPH to something lower MnDOT and local governments set speed limits in accordance with MN State Statutes which require an engineering and traffic investigation. Previous studies have shown that the posted 65 MPH speed limit is the correct speed for Highway 36 from approximately Hilton Trail to Manning Avenue. Agencies are not allowed to arbitrarily reduce the speed limit. More information on how speed limits are set is available at: http:/Jwww.dot.state.mn.us/speed/index.htmi • Install advance yellow flashing warning lights or other changes to enhance the visibility of the intersection. Advance yellow flashing lights warn drivers that the signal is about to turn red,their use has been met with mixed results. Most drivers utilize them as intended and begin slowing down for the upcoming red light;however, there are a percentage of drivers that speed up to beat the red light. This beat the red light action has in locations been shown to decrease the safety of the intersection. MnDOT will reevaluate the use of advance yellow flashing lights at the intersection and other possible lower cost options to determine what changes might improve the operations and safety of the intersection and then will proceed accordingly. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact me directly. Adam Josephson MnDOT—Metro East Area Manager 2 40 of 80 i CITIL�)T � j,E1U1 BuLLETIN I C1TIfS ESCITA Issue 7 March 12,2ole ` View/print a PDF of the po, I Cities Bulletin Local Ordinances Pre-empted by Bill Regulating Transportation Network Companies The bill provides broad statewide regulations and oversight pertaining to ride-sharingservit:es like Uber and LyR,and Invalidates more stringent regulations already in place in some cities. 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Contact Editor Claudia Hoffacker at LMC Business ALUance LMC Business Alliance members provide valuable financial support to the League and help support our mission to serve MLnnesota cities "'0 ,v A[Jiar,.e member, 42 of 80 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 2 of 25 Local Ordinances Pre-empted by Bill Regulating Transportation Network Companies The bill provides broad statewide regulations and oversight pertaining to ride- sharing services like T-Ther and T.vft_ and invalidate-, mnre. stringent regulations already in place in some cities. A bill advancing in the Minnesota House would establish statewide regulations for ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft. HF 3032(Link to:https✓rte. isor mn.govlbill lbill pkp?b=xouse&j HF3032&ssn=o&y=2017), authored by Rep. Sandy Layman(Link to:http:/fwww.hovse.leg.state.mn.us/members/members.asp?leg id=15467)(RCohasset), creates a loose regulatory structure that would replace ordinances and requirements already set by several municipalities to regulate transportation network companies, or TNCs (the statutory term for ride-share services). It includes regulations covering state agency licensure and annual fee setting, fare and payment standards, minimum driver qualifications, standards for obtaining and providing rides, inspection of vehicles used in the service, mandated TNC policies on intoxicating substance and nondiscrimination, data practices and records retention, and local pre-emption. League opposes bill The League testified in opposition to the bill in the House Commerce and Regulatory Reform Committee(Link to:http:/ .house-!agstate.mn.uslcmteMomer?eonm=90005)on March 6. The League's opposition is based on its core principle of defending local decision-making authority, as well as on concerns about consumer protection and public safety implications of diluting oversight of TNCs. The Minnesota Department of Commerce, the agency the bill directs to oversee statewide regulations specified in the bill, also testified against the bill, saying the agency is not equipped to absorb this mandate. Other opponents at the March 6 hearing included advocates for people with disabilities and representatives of the taxicab industry. Bill advances In spite of the broad opposition, the bill advanced out of the Commerce and Regulatory Reform Committee to the House Civil Law and Data Practices Policy Committee(Link to:http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/emte/Home/?eomm=90004), where it is scheduled for a hearing on March 13. The Senate companion, SF 2704(Link to:htips://www.revisormn.gav/btllsIbUlphp? 43 of 80 https://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-builetin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 3 of 25 {=SF2704&y=2018&ssn=0&b=senate), authored by Sen. John Jasinski(Link to: hilp://www.senate.mnlmemberslmember bio.php?1eg_id=15483)(R-Faribault), has not yet been scheduled for a hearing in the Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Finance and Policy Committee(Link to:htip://www.senate.mn/committees/committee_bio;php?cmte_1d=1024&Is=90) . Your help needed The League is working to identify city officials who are willing to help us respond to this legislation. If you are interested in becoming involved in advocacy efforts on this issue, please contact Anne Finn at (651)281-1263 or afinn@lmc.org(Ltnkto: mailto:afrnn©lmc.org). Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:http://www.lme.orglpagelllcities-bulletin- newsletterlsp) 44 of 80 hqs://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 4 of 25 Property Tax Reform Bill - Heard by House Committee L � I tncuE,. LC"'U"SO7A The legislation would consolidate all residential property, including cabins, into a single residential classification and make other modifications to the state's property tax system. (Published Mar 12, 2018) Taking up a version of the recommendation from the 2012 Property Tax Working Group(Link to:haps://www.leg.state.mn.us/docs/2012lmandatedl]21215.pdj), Rep. Abigail Whelan(Ldnkto: http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/members/members.asp?id=15449)(R-Ramsey) introduced HF 3276(Link to: https.11www.revisor.mn.gov/billsltextphp?session=ls90&number HF327&faession number=O&sessionyear=2017&version=list), a bill that consolidates all residential property types into a single residential classification and also consolidates some miscellaneous classifications, without making any changes in definitions or class rates. Rep. Whelan presented the bill with an overview of the current property tax system, including a description of the vast array of classifications and sub-classifications of property. She said her goal was to make the property tax system easier for taxpayers to understand and for tax administrators to manage. Impact on cabin property The legislation also includes a significant change in the application of the state general property tax. With the consolidation of cabin property into the general residential class, cabins would no longer be subject to the state property tax. However, those same cabin properties would, under the bill, now be subject to local school district referendum levies. Cabin property was removed from the school referendum tax base in the major 2001 property tax reform law and subjected to the state property tax levy. That transfer was done in response to cabin owner concerns about not having the ability to vote on school referendum levies. New refund programs The bill would also create two new state refund programs, ane for homeowners who are blind or disabled, and a one-time refund for owners of bed-and-breakfast facilities, to help ensure that no property owners have excessive tax increases under the proposal. Committee hearing The bill was heard in the House Property Tax and Local Government Finance Division(Link to:http.IA,..house.leg.state.mn.us/comm/committee.asp?comm=90024). A representative of small, seasonal resorts testified in opposition to the bili, expressing concerns about 45 of 80 h4s://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-pagejsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 5 of 25 the elimination of preferential treatment for those properties. Testifying in support of the bill was the Minnesota Association of Assessing Officers, which was one of the entities represented in the 2012 Property Tax Working Group. Also included in the working group were representatives of the League of Minnesota Cities, the Association of Minnesota Counties, the Minnesota Association of Townships, the Minnesota Denartment of Revenue_ the Minnecnta Farm Bureau/Fanner's Union as well at two members of the Minnesota House of Representatives and two members of the Minnesota Senate. The bill was laid over for possible inclusion in a Division tax report. Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:htip://www.imc.org/page/1/cities-bulletin- newslellerjsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Gary Carlson IGR Director (651) 281-1255 or (800) 925-1122 gcarlson@lmc.org(Link to:mailto:gcarlson@lmc.org) 46 of 80 haps://www.Imc.org/page/1/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 6 of 25 Wireless Bill Would Cap Application Fees for Larger L1AGUf. Wireless Equipment Fsera A T-Mobile-backed bill would limit the ability of cities to recoup actual costs from wireless companies looking to install facilities on water towers, poles, and buildings. (Published Mar 12, 2018) A bill introduced last week would prohibit a local government from imposing an application fee of more than $3,000 for wireless providers to install wireless equipment on water towers, buildings, or "other structures designed primarily for other purposes." Under HF 3497(Link to:https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bilLwbill php?f=HF3497&b=house&y=2018&ssn=4)I SF 3166(Link to:haps://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bdlphp?f SF3166&y=2018&ssn=0&b=senate), authored by Rep. Marion O'Neill(Link to:http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/members/members.asp?leg_id=15409)(R-Buffalo) and Sen. Dan Hall(Link to:http://www.senate.mnlmemberslmember *php?leg id=15329)(R-Burnsville), a local government unit must limit an application fee to the actual cost incurred, including the cost of any third-party consultant used to assist with the application review, but the application fee cannot exceed $3,000. The ceiling would be in place even if the city incurred costs greater than the cap to adequately evaluate the site. Despite significant changes in telecommunications law last year, the bill is being pushed by T-Mobile. The language is exclusive of small cell wireless installations. League opposes the bill The League's primary objection with the bill is that actual costs exceed the allowable amount of$3,000 in some cases. Each siting is unique to evaluate structures for various wireless equipment,particularly when sites are not primarily designed for installing large wireless equipment. The League also has concerns that the definition of wireless facilities is wide-ranging. Next committee stops In the House, the bill was referred to the Government Operations and Elections Policy Committee(Link to:http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/cmi&Home/?comm=90011). In the Senate, the bill's first stop would be in the Energy and Utilities Finance and Policy Committee(Link to:http://www.senate.leg.state.mn.us/committeeslcommittee_bio php?cmte_id=3092&ls=90). The House author indicated that the bill would not receive a hearing this week, but could the following week. The League encourages city officials to contact their legislator with concerns. 47 of 80 https://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-pagejsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 7 of 25 Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:http://www.Imc.orglpagelilcities-bullerin- newsletterjsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Laura Ziegler IGR Senior Liaison (651) 281-1267 or (800) 925-1122 Wegler@lmc.org(Link to:mailto:lzlegler imc.org) 48 of 80 h4s://www.imc.orgipage/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 8 of 25 Challenge of Health Care Access Discussed in House Tax -r s� VC, S67A Division C3 Legislation would provide tax breaks for development of medical facilities in underserved areas of the state. (Published Mar 12, 2018) The House Property Tax and Local Government Finance Division(Lank to: http;l/www.hou.ve.leg.state.mn.uslcmtelHom&?comm=9oo24)last week considered HF 3189(Link to: https:llwww.revisor.mn.govlbdlslbillphp?b=House&f=HF3189&ssn=0&y=2017), a bill 'authored by Rep. Peggy Bennett(Link to:htap:/hvww.house.leg.state.mn.uslmemberslmembers.asp?id=15430)(R-Albert Lea) to create a set of tax incentives for the location of a hospital, urgent care clinic, outpatient surgical center, birth center, and certain other medical-related buildings in areas of the state that are medically underserved. Albert Lea City Manager Chad Adams and Blooming Prairie Mayor Harold "H" Peterson testified on the challenges their areas face in attracting and retaining sufficient medical service coverage for their residents and the potential benefits of tax incentives to attract new medical facility development. Details of the bill Specifically, the bill would grant a tax abatement for the state general property tax and provide a sales tax exemption for qualifying medical facilities that also receive a local economic development tax abatement. To qualify, the medical facility must be located in a medically underserved area outside the seven-county metropolitan area. The city or other local unit of government must pass a resolution stating that the facility will meet an unmet need, and both the county and city or the town must abate their tax on the facility using the economic development tax abatement authority. Once a local economic development tax abatement has been granted to a qualifying facility, the state general tax would also be abated for these facilities for 15 years, and purchases, including purchases of construction materials made by the qualifying medical facility would be exempt from the state sales tax. Definition of medically underserved The legislation defines a "medically underserved county" as a county that includes an area designated by the Federal Department of Health and Human Services as a health professional shortage area. The bill requires the Minnesota Department of Health to certify the counties that qualify to the state Department of Revenue, and 49 of 80 hqs://www.lmc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 9 of 25 then requires the Department of Revenue to provide that information to each of the counties. Possible expansion to metro area During a subsequent hearing in the full House Taxes Committee(Link to: htip://www.house.leg.state.mn,us/cmte/Home/?comm=9oo23), Rep. Lyn Carlson(Link to: htip:/,svww.hone.leg.state.mn.us/memberslmembers.asp?ia=10089)(DFL-Crystal) asked about the restriction of the bill to medically underserved areas outside the seven-county metro area, indicating that there are areas in the metro that also struggle with insufficient medical facilities. Rep. Bennett indicated she would be willing to consider an expansion of the bill. Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:http://www.imc.org/page/1/cities-bulletin- newsletterjsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Gary Carlson IGR Director (651) 281-1255 or(800) 925-1122 gcarlson@lmc.org(Link to:mailio:gcarlson@lmc.org) 50 of 80 hqs-://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 10 of 25 Bill Requires Release of Retainage Before Final LkAGUk.•- Completion of Construction M�17f EWTA Projects Your input is needed on a bill requiring cities to provide retainage earlier in construction projects. (Published Mar 12, 2018) SF 2783(Linkto:haps://www.revisor.mn.govlbi&lhillphp?b=Senate&f=SF2783&ssn=0&y=2018)(Rep. Mark Koran (Link to:hilp://www.senate.mnlmemberslmember—bio.php?leg_jd=15487), R—North Branch)was passed out of the Senate State Government Finance and Policy and Elections Committee(Link to:http://www.senatemnlcommiaeeslcommittee—bio.php?cmie id=3101&L,)on March 8 on a partisan vote, and was referred to the Senate Local Government Committee(Linkta: http://www.senate.mnlcommitteeslcommittee biophp?cmte_id=3100&is)—which has not yet been scheduled. The House companion, HF 2912(Linkto:https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/billphp? f HF2912&y=2018&ssn=0&b=house)(Rep. Jason Rarick(Linkw: http;//www.house.leg.state.mn.us/members/members.asp?leg id=15445), R-Pine City), is not yet scheduled to be heard. Government opposition] Cities, counties, and state agencies testified in opposition to this bill. Elk River City Engineer Justin Femrite testified on behalf of the League. He explained that cities and other public entities want to be good fiscal stewards, and to do so, retainage is a tool to ensure construction projects reach final completion as soon as possible, and contract obligations are met. Releasing retainage at substantial completion, instead of final completion, of a project is likely to be problematic. Without the ability to withhold retainage, government entities would have to rely on harsher methods to ensure compliance with contract obligations, such as litigation, which would only drive up the cost to taxpayers. For example, senators and the public were using the Minnesota Senate Building before construction was complete. Under this bill, retainage would have needed to be released when the certificate of occupancy was issued or substantial completion had been reached, despite the fact that more work needed to be done. Impetus for the bill Proponents testified that retainage is being withheld from subcontractors for months or years after they have successfully completed their work. They share that this is particularly an issue for subcontractors who are the first on a construction project. 51 of 80 https://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-builetin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 11 of 25 It is uncertain that these subcontractors would be able to collect retainage that much sooner under the current language of the bill, since it would only require retainage be paid to the prime contractor, not the subcontractor. However, the current bill language would make it more difficult for government entities to ensure all contract obligations are met. We need your help Please contact League IGR Counsel Irene Kao at (651) 281- 1260 or ikao@lmc.org(Link to:maiuo:1kao©1mc.o?rd with any concerns or questions about the proposed legislation. The League would appreciate hearing about city experiences with construction projects, use of retainage, and relationships with prime contractors and subcontractors. What is retainage? Retainage is a common practice in the private and public sectors, where a portion of the agreed-upon contract price is withheld until the work is complete to assure that the contractor or subcontractor has satisfied their obligations. In Minnesota, municipalities may only withhold up to 5 percent retainage from the prime contractor. The prime contractor, in turn, also withholds a certain percentage from its subcontractors. Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:http://www.Ime.orglpagelllcities-builetin- newslefterjsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Irene Kao IGR Counsel (651) 281-1260 or (800) 925-1122 ikao@lmc.org(Link to:mailto:ikaoWmaoryd 52 of 80 hqs://www.ime.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 12 of 25 State Seeks Input on Use of k,r, Funds from Volkswagen INIVESOTA Lawsuit Settlement A draft proposal that targets replacement of older public vehicles is open for public comment until March 19. (Published Mar 12, 2018) The U.S. Department of Justice reached a settlement with Volkswagen in 2017 for violations of the federal Clean Air Act. Minnesota is eligible to receive $47 million as part of that agreement and has some flexibility in how that money is spent, but it must fall within the guidelines established in the settlement related to air quality Draft plan for using money The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has prepared a draft plan for how the money would be used that focuses heavily on the replacement of public vehicle fleets with cleaner technology. The draft plan is posted online, along with instructions on submitting comments. The comment period closes at 4 p.m. on March 19. • Access the draft plan and submit comments(Link to: haps://wwwpcastate.mn.uslairlvolkswagen settlement) Cities encouraged to weigh in Since the funds are targeting public vehicles, cities are encouraged to look at the proposal and register their thoughts about what works, what might be missing from the plan, and what could be done better. Several types of city vehicles might qualify for replacement or upgrade grants. Transit vehicles, heavy trucks, and construction equipment, for instance, are all eligible for some portions of the funds under the proposal. MPCA meetings The MPCA has also scheduled several meetings to provide further information, including a webinar from 6-7:30 p.m. on March 12. The other meetings are: • Duluth: March 13, 6-7:30 p.m. (MPCA office, 525 Lake Ave. S., Suite 400, Duluth) • Mankato: March 15, 6-7:30 p.m. (MPCA office, 12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 2165, Mankato) I • Learn more about the meetings(Ltnkto:https:/ .pcastate.mn.usrairlminnesota4-aratr-plan) Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:htip://www.lmc.org/page/1/cities-bulletin- 53 of 80 hqs://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 13 of 25 newsletter jsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Craig Johnson IUR Representative (651) 281-1259 or(800) 925-1122 cjohnson Q@lmc.org(Linkto:mailto:cjohnson®Imc.arg) 54 of 80 htq)s://www.hnc.org/page/l/cities-builetin-print-pagejsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 14 of 25 Audit Revisions to Automated License Plate Readers and Body Cameras Stalled in House �;Y,S TA Committee The bill was introduced in response to concerns that the audits were insufficient, and more depth and clarity is needed in state law. (Published Mar 12, 2018) HF 3259(Link to:hitpsr//www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill php?6 House&f=HF3259&ssn=0&y=1017)(Rep. Peggy Scott (Link to:hap://www.house.leg.state.mn.uslmemberslmembers.asp?leg id=15314), R Andover), a bill revising audit requirements for two types of law enforcement technology, was heard in the House Civil Law & Data Practices Policy Committee(l.inkto:http://www.house.leg.state.mn.uslcmte/Home/? comm=90004)on March 8. The audits on automated license plate readers (ALPRs)were due in 2017, and body camera audits are due in 2018. The bill was in reaction to audit summaries received by the Legislative Commission on Data Practices. The commission said the audits were insufficient, and recommended more depth and clarity in state law. (Read related article.(Link to: http:/lwww.lmc.org/page/1/DataPractwesRecommendalions2018jsp)) The committee ran out of time for public testimony and full debate on the bill, so the bill was laid over, and testimony will be taken on March 13. League and MCPA concerns The current form of the bill requires law enforcement agencies to contract only with private auditing firms to conduct audits for ALPRs and body cameras. The League and the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association (MCPA)have worked with the Office of the State Auditor(OSA)to provide another option because initial estimates for these audits were very high. Rep. Scott said she was willing to amend the bill to ensure OSA could continue doing audits. Related to body cameras, the bill limits access to this data only for reasonable suspicion related to an active criminal investigation. The League believes this standard is too strict and would mean law enforcement agencies couldn't review their own body camera data to ensure officers were using these devices consistent with their policies. Consistent with her opening comments, Rep. Scott reiterated her commitment to address this provision after testimony from the League and MCPA. Under current law, the entity responsible for reviewing ALPR audits is different from the entity responsible for reviewing body camera audits. For consistency, the bill removed the authority from city councils to review body cameras audits and transferred it to the state Department of Administration. However, this would 55 of 80 https://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-builetin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 15 of 25 remove the local oversight for body cameras. Senate version There is no Senate companion to HF 3259. However, a bill that addresses only ALPR audit requirements, SF 2922(Link to:hilps://www.revisor.mn.govlhiHslbill.php? b=Senate&f=SF2922&ssn=0&y=2018)(Sen. Warren Limmer(Link to:htip://www.senate.mn/memberslmember bio.php? leg id=10376), R-Maple Grove), will be heard in the Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee(Link to:htip://www.senate.mn/committeesicommlttee_biophp? cmte_id=3099&1x)on March 12. If you have questions or concerns about the proposed legislation, contact League IGR Counsel Irene Kao at (651) 281-1260 or ikao@lmc.org(L.inkto:mailto:ikao®lmc.org). Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Linkto:http://www.lmc.org/page/1/cities-bulletin- newsleaerjsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Irene Kao IGR Counsel (651) 281-1260 or(800) 925-1122 ikao@lmc.orgainkta:mailto:ikao®lmc.org) 56 of 80 hqs://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 16 of 25 Governor's Housing Task Force to Hold Meetings Around f'I' �IAGVI• I INNESQTA State C171E5 City officials are encouraged to attend local meetings in Austin, Little Falls, Duluth, Crookston, Sleepy Eye, and the metro area in the coming weeks. (Published Mar 12, 2018) The Governor's Housing Task Force will hold regional forums around the state in the coming weeks. City officials and staff are encouraged to attend. The purpose of the Regional Housing Forums is to share information about the work of the task force, give the public an opportunity to share their ideas, and craft housing strategies that will work for specific regions. Task force members say the long-term success of the task force rests on understanding housing priorities and opportunities in communities across the state. The regional forums aim to engage community members and local leadership in identifying housing needs and potential solutions for their area. Register for the Regional Housing Forum in your area: • Austin—March 14(Linkto:haps:/hmnhousingiaskforce.comlevenoregional-housingforum-austin-mn-march-14) Little Falls—April S (Linkto:htips://mnhousingtaskfaroe.cam/eventlregional-housingforum-littlefalls-mn-april- 5) • Metro Area Meeting—April 18(Link to:haps:limmhonsingtaskforce.comieventlregional-housing forum- twin-cities-metra-april-18) • Duluth—April 24(Link to:haps://mnhousingtaskforce.comlevendregional-housing forum-duluth-mn-april-24) • Crookston—May 3(Link to:https://mnhousingtaskforce.comlevent/regional-housing forum-crookston-mn-may-3) • Metro Area Meeting—May 10(Link to:hapsAmnhousingtaskforce.comlevent/regional-housingforum- ttwin-cities-metro-may 10) • Sleepy Eye—May 15(Link to:hitps://mnhousingtaskforce.comlevent/regional-hoasingforum-sleepy-eye-mn-may- I5) Another way to submit ideas If you can't make it to one of the regional forums, you can still submit ideas to the task force. The task force is accepting written input until March 15. Please share your best ideas on housing related to: • Homeownership (How can we help more people achieve homeownership?) • Rental housing (How can we do better in providing sufficient affordable rental options?) 57 of 80 haps://www.imc.org/page/l/cities-bulietin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 17 of 25 Housing stability and opportunity (How can we improve stability for individuals and families in transition?) Get directions to submit your housing ideas(Link to:https.lAv-, v.mnhousingwskforce.comrcall-ideas_we- want-hear you) About the task force Gov. Dayton created the task force in December to study several issues, including "a serious shortage of affordable housing" in Minnesota. The task force is required to submit recommendations to the governor and Legislature by July 31. The task force has several working groups and will provide recommendations in the areas of homeownership, rental housing, and housing stability and opportunity. . Learn more about the work of the task force(Link to:htips:Ihnnhousingtashforre.cono Housing is one of League's legislative priorities for 2018(unkto: htip:/lwww.lmc.orglpage/l/legislative policy prioritiesjsp), and staff have been attending various work group and task force meetings on the issue. For more information about this topic, read a previous Cities Bulletin article(Link to: ht4r1Avww.lmc.org/page llHousingTaskForcejsp). Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:htip:Ilwww.lmc.org/pagelllcides-vnlletin- newsletterjsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Heather Corcoran IGR Member Relations Coordinator (651) 281-1256 or (800) 925-1122 hcorcoran@lmc.org(Link to:mailto:hcoreoran@lmc.org) 58 of 80 hqs://www.hnc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 18 of 25 Gov. Dayton Creates Advisory.. Council on Automated and LEAGPE=^� Connected Vehicles MCrtiesbr� Local officials can apply to serve on the council through the Secretary of State's website. (Published Mar 12, 2018) Gov. Dayton issued an executive order last week to establish a 15-member advisory council to study the opportunities that widespread adoption of automated and connected vehicles could bring to Minnesota. "Automated vehicle technology is rapidly advancing in Minnesota and around the world," Gov. Dayton said. "This new advisory council will help ensure that Minnesota is well-positioned to put this technology to work for the best interests of Minnesotans." The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) began testing the use of an automated shuttle bus in 2017 at MnROAD, MnDOT's pavement research facility near Albertville. Testing included how the bus operated in snow and ice conditions, at low temperatures, and on roads where salt is used. The bus recently provided rides to 1,300 people on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis during Super Bowl 52 week. Council structure The council will consist of 15 appointees with relevant experience in finance, transit, higher education, workforce training, insurance, automotive industry, advocacy, freight, labor, and public safety. MnDOT Commissioner Charlie Zelle will co-chair the advisory council with Christopher Clark, president ofXcel Energy-Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Ten ex-officio members from various governmental agencies, the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board, Minnesota Information Technology Services, the Metropolitan Council, and the Minnesota Council on Disability will also serve on the council. Zelle said the council will recommend policy changes in such areas as transportation infrastructure and network; cybersecurity and data privacy standards; and vehicle registration, driver training, licensing, insurance, and traffic regulation. The council will also look at promotion of economic development, business opportunities, workforce preparation, and accessibility and equity for all Minnesotans. 59 of 80 https://www.hnc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 19 of 25 The council will submit its recommendations to the governor and Legislature by Dec. 1, 2018. Apply People interested in serving on the advisory council may apply through the Secretary of State website under Governor's Advisory Council on Connected and Automated Vehicles. • Apply for the advisory council(Link to:https://commissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us) Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:hap.-Mvww.lme.org/page/1/cities-bulletin- newsletterjsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Anne Finn Assistant IGR Director (651) 281-1263 or (800) 925-1122 afinn@lmc.org(Linkto:mailto:afinnQalmc.org) 60 of 80 h4s://www.imc.org/page/l/cities-builetin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 20 of 25 House Committee to Hear t_ Elections Bills This Week LrAcur..:atA I lS ts ITI The House Government Operations Committee will hear several elections proposals, including League-supported language on tabulating write-in candidates. (Published Mar 12, 2018) The House Government Operations Committee is scheduled to hear several elections bills this week, including HF 3221(Llnkto:haps://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php? b House&f=HF3221&ssn=0&y=1018)(Rep. Tim O'Driscoll(Link to: http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/memherslmembers,asp?leg id=15364), R-Sartell), which contains several League-supported provisions. Write-in candidates Section 5 of the bill allows cities to require that a candidate for local elective office file a written request to have the candidate's write-in votes recorded seven days before the city election. The language also provides that a city could instead choose to require that write-in votes be individually recorded only if the total number of write-in votes for that candidate is equal to or greater than the fewest number of non-write-in votes for a ballot candidate. In other words, if the write-in candidate's results could impact the election, the votes would be individually recorded. Either option would be instituted by a city council adopting a resolution before the first day of filing for office and would remain in effect until a subsequent resolution on the same subject is adopted. Polling place designation Section 6 amends language signed into law last legislative session requiring the designation of polling places. The proposed change would require a designation by ordinance or resolution only if the polling place has changed from the previous election. Counting prepackaged ballots Section 8 proposes language that would allow election judges to presume that the total count provided for prepackaged ballots is correct. Currently,judges are required to count prepackaged ballots. Electronic signatures The House Government Operations Committee is also scheduled to hear HF 2050 (Link to:haps://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill php?b=house&f—HF2050&ssn=0&y=2017)authOred by Rep. Nolan 61 of 80 h4s://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 21 of 25 West(Link to:http://www,house.leg.state.mn.us/members/mern8ers.asp?legid=15476)(R-Blaine), which would allow electronic signatures when using electronic rosters. The League also supports this bill. Hearings The committee plans to hear the bills and then lay them over for possible inclusion in an omnibus elections bill. Currently, elections legislation is scheduled to be heard on both March 14 and March 15. The committee meets at 10:15 a.m. in the basement of the State Office Building. SF 3021(Link to:hitps://wwiv.revtsor.mn.gov/bills/billphp?f=-SF3021&y=2018&ssn=0&b=senate), companion to IF 3 22 1, is scheduled to be heard in the State and Local Government Finance and Policy and Elections Committee(Link to:http:/lwww.senate.mn/committees/committee bio.plp? cmte_id=3101&is=90)on March 15 at 1 p.m. in Room 1200 of the Minnesota Senate Building. Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:http:/rwww lmc.orglpagelr/cities-bulletin- newsletterjsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Ann Lindstrom IGR Representative (651) 281-1261 or(800) 925-1122 allndstrom@lmc.org (Linkto:malito:alindstrom©imc.org) 62 of 80 h4s://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 22 of 25 LMC President Testifies About Federal Budget's Impact on Eh9llF.•r Cities1NidE50TA CRIES U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum convened a meeting to hear from stakeholders about the 2019 federal budget. (Published Mar 12, 201$) League President and White Bear Lake Mayor Jo Emerson was invited by Rep. Betty McCollum(Link to:https://mccollum.howagov)to provide input on the federal budget for fiscal year 2019. The meeting took place in the Minnesota d Senate Building on March 9 and was attended by other local government officials and members of the nonprofit community. Mayor Emerson shared with Rep. McCollum that instability in the federal budget- setting process leaves cities forced to speculate about federal grant funding in determining city budgets. Also, the possibility of massive federal funding shifts and reductions makes it very difficult for cities to plan long-term. As Congress deliberates both the budget and an infrastructure proposal, Emerson highlighted the importance of funding for transportation, broadband, and water and wastewater infrastructure. For more information on these issues, see the League's 2018 Federal Issues Highlights Fact Sheet (pdf)(Link to: http://www.lmc.org/media/document/1/factsheetfederalissuehighlightspdf}. Mayor Emerson also highlighted local projects that depend on federal funding. • Read Mayor Emerson's full testimony(pdf)p kto: haps://www.lme-org/media/documentll/lettertorepmccollum_ederalbudget pdj) 63 of 80 haps://www.hnc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 23 of 25 Photo: Rep. McCollum (left) and Mayor Emerson. Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:htip://www.imc.orglpaVIllcities-bulletin- newsletterjsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Ann Lindstrom IGR Representative (651) 281-1261 or (800) 925-1122 alindstrom@Imc.org(Link to:mailto:alindstromQbnc.org) 64 of 80 hqs://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 24 of 25 Wastewater Investment Protection Bill Reaches Floor of Lieatle:. E House and Senate MCITIES TA Under the bill, if a city upgrades its wastewater treatment facility, that investment would be considered adequate for 16 years, even if new requirements are passed. (Published Mar 12, 2018) The Senate Environment and Natural Resources Policy and Legacy Finance Committee(Linkto:http.lhaww.senate.mnleommittees/committee_biophp?cmte_id=3094&Is=90)on larch 7 passed SF 2807(Link ww to:ht4...l w.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill php?f=SF2807&y=1018&ssn=0&b=senate)(Sen. Bill Weber, R-Luverne(Link to:hap://xww.senate.mn/members/member bio php?leg id=15388)), a bill that is designed to protect a city's investment in wastewater infrastructure. It now awaits final action on the Senate floor. Under the bill, if a city upgrades or builds a new wastewater treatment facility to meet current standards that exceed its previous performance, that significant investment of resources would be considered adequate for 16 years. Currently, if the state updates an environmental standard, municipal wastewater facilities must meet those new requirements relatively quickly, even if they just upgraded their facility. The League-supported bill is necessary even though the same language was passed into law last year. The law enacted last year made changes to Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's wastewater permit rules, but those changes were not put in place by the Office of Administrative Hearings. This new bill is essentially the same as the law that was enacted last year, but it makes the change to state statute instead of to state rules. The language of the House version of the bill, HF 2802(Link to: htips://www.misor.mn.gov/bills/b&php?f=HF2802&b=house&y=2018&ssn=0)(Rep. Dale Lueck, R-Aitken(Link to:http://www.house.leg.state.mn.uslmemberslmemben.asp?leg id=15439)), is identical to SF 2807 at this point. The legislation is now ready for final consideration by both the House and Senate, the timing of which is up to legislative leadership. For more background information about this bill, read a previous Cities Bulletin article(Link to:http:/hvww lmc.org/page/I/Wasiewaterinvesbnen&mtection jsp). Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:http://www.lmc.org/pagelllcities-bulletin- newsletterjsp) 65 of 80 h4s://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-bulletin-print-pagejsp 3/12/2018 Cities Bulletin Print Page Page 25 of 25 Your LMC Resource Contact Craig Johnson IGR Representative (651) 281-1259 or (800) 925-1122 cjohnson@lmc.org(Link to:mailto:cjohnson@lmc.org) 66 of 80 https://www.Imc.org/page/l/cities-builetin-print-page.jsp 3/12/2018 LMC Staff News P 1w x f 1 LMC Staff News New employees Bill Barton joined the League on March 12 as a desktop support technician in the Technology Services Department. While attending the University of Minnesota Duluth,where he studied sociology and political science,Barton worked as an IT assistant for Linder's Greenhouses.His experience also includes working for US Bank,Allstate,and Wells Fargo. ******************** Kevin Toskey joined the League on March 12 as a staff attorney in the Research Department. Toskey graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in history and philosophy and received his Juris Doctor from Hamline School of Law.He began his legal career as a law clerk for Lehmann&Lutter(now Lutter,Gilbert,&Kvaas)and then became a judicial law clerk for the Tenth Judicial District working with the Honorable Sean C.Gibbs. ******************** Aisia Davis joined the League on March 5 as a staff attorney in the Research Department.Davis graduated from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor's degree in global studies and political science. She received her Juris Doctor from New England Law in Boston.Most recently,Davis has been working for the Minnesota Department of Commerce assisting municipalities and other employers with health plan compliance and the Affordable Care Act. She has interned with the Minnesota House of Representatives and the University of Minnesota. ******************** Ahmed Shiiraar joined the League on Jan.29 as an intern for administration and human resources.He is working on a master's degree in urban planning and local government management at Minnesota State University,Mankato,and is a research assistant in the Urban and Regional Studies Department. Shiiraar's has work experience as an environmental services intern for the City of Mankato.He also has studio project experience updating the comprehensive plan for the City of Worthington's parks system. Ever Mansfield joined the League on Feb. 12 as an intern in the Intergovernmental Relations Department.Ever is a student at Augsburg University majoring in sociology and urban studies.He is also currently working for the law firm of Foley&Mansfield as a document specialist. Read the current issue of the Cities Bulletin(Link to:http://www.Imc.org/pagell/cities-bulletin-newsletter jsp) Your LMC Resource Contact Donyelle Mikacevich HR Manager (651)281-1202 or(800)925-1122 dmikacevich@lmc.org(Link to:mailto:dmikacevich@lmc.org) 67 of 80 htq)s://www.Imc.org/page/IALMCStaffNews.jsp 3/12/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters-Metro Cities Page 1 of 10 METRO CITIES Association of Metropolitan Municipalities Searchl Go ,Wk Metro Cities News A March 9, 2018 Newsletter Archive laud 06 L ve Inflow-Infiltration Funding Bili for Metropolitan Cities � hearts Legislation being initiated by Metro Cities to assist metro the WSW communities with funding for inflow-infiltration on local public Follow infrastructure was introduced in the House on Thursday. HF 3382 To is authored by Rep. Keith Franke. A companion bill authored by Senator Matt Klein will be introduced in the Senate on Monday. The bill requests a $10 million capital appropriation. Governor Dayton has included $5 million in funding for metro inflow- r infiltration mitigation in his capital funding request. Metro Cities encourages cities that would benefit from this funding to express support for this legislation with your focal legislators. Stay tuned for additional information. Questions?Contact Patricia Nauman at 651-215-4002 or Patricia@Lnetrocitiesmn.org w Metropolitan Council Governance Bill Heard in Senate; Scheduled for House A bill proposing to make up the Metropolitan Council of local elected officials, SF 2809, Pratt-Prior Lake, was heard in the erg Senate Local Government Committee on Tuesday. The bili is similar to others recently considered by the Legislature in that it would comprise the Metropolitan Council of focal officials, increase the size of the Council and eliminate the Transportation Advisory Board (TAB). The bill differs from recent proposals in that it adds staggered terms, gives Minneapolis and St Paul appointing In sle ff Current/Archived authority for two seats, and increases the size of the Council to 29 Newsie�ers. members, with previous bills proposing an increase to 27 Archives members. 68 of 80 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp7rype=B BASIC&SEC=0/`7b3738C3AO-1B97-40... 3/9/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters -Metro Cities Page 2 of 10 Metro Cities policies support staggered terms, but otherwise oppose the governance structure proposed in the bill. Metro Cities' President Gary Hansen provided testimony on Tuesday. Metro Cities' policies oppose local officials on the Council due to incompatibilities for local officials associated with simultaneously holding these offices. Metro Cities also opposes eliminating the Transportation Advisory Board. The bill was passed and re-referred to the Senate Transportation Committee. A companion bill authored by Rep. Tony Albright-Prior Lake, will be heard in the House Transportation and Regional Governance Policy Committee next Monday. In addition, a bill, HF 7, authored by Rep. Nash that provides staggered terms, will be heard in that committee. Metro Cities supports staggered terms. HF 3147 Proposes Funding for MNLARS System A bill appropriating $10 million to repair the Minnesota Licensing and Registration System (MNLARS)system passed two House committees this week. The MNLARS system, created to replace a 30-year old IT system for driver's license, identification card and vehicle registration transactions, has experienced numerous challenges since the motor-vehicle portion roll-out last summer. Chief authored by Rep. Paul Torkelson-Hanska, Chair of the House Transportation Committee, HF 3147, which provides one- time funding of$10 million, was heard in the House Transportation Finance and State Government Finance Committees. An amendment adopted in both committees appropriates the funding through a transfer from the Department of Vehicle Services Special Revenue fund to MNLARS. The amendment also requires the funding to be allocated by reducing other agency operating budgets, and includes progress reporting and oversight mechanisms. HF 3147 was passed and was referred to the Ways and Means Committee, where it will be heard on Monday. Senate Committee Discusses Housing Construction Costs The Senate Agriculture, Rural Development and Housing Policy committee met this week to discuss a range of cost drivers impacting residential housing construction. The hearing was informational and no bills were discussed. The committee heard from the Commissioner of MN Housing, and representatives of the development community. A multifamily developer discussed development costs and how they leverage federal tax credits issued through Minnesota Housing to help fund projects with over 150 units. The developer explained they are receiving calls from cities asking about potential multifamily developments and how higher quality materials can help build public support for affordable and workforce housing development and noted how higher density buildings have lower per unit costs. The developer said if the state pre-empted local zoning regulations the private market could build more affordable units. A representative of single family builders called out regulatory costs for contributing to the rising cost of housing, stating that 69 of 80 hq://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1B97-40... 3/9/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters -Metro Cities Page 3 of 10 federal, state and local regulations have increased the cost of new single-family construction. They explained their research indicating the regional need for more single-family home construction and how the millennial generation will need lower prioed starter homes. Metro Cities policies support local roles and local authority, including zoning, land use, rental licensing and subdivision regulations. Metro Cities will continue to monitor policy discussions on local regulatory processes. Contact Charlie Vander Aarde at 651-215-4001 or chartie(Mmetrocitiesmn.orq with any questions. Legislative Committee Deadlines Announced Each year, the legislature sets deadlines by which bills must be acted upon. The deadlines are set for this year as follows. • First deadline: March 22nd. Committees must act favorably on bills in the house of origin. • Second deadline: March 29th. Committees must act favorably on bills, or companions of bills, that met the first deadline in the other house. •Third deadline: April 20th. Committees must act favorably on major appropriation and finance bills. Legislators will have an Easter/Passover holiday break from March 30th to April 8th. During this break, many legislators hold events or constituent meetings in their districts. The break can provide a good opportunity to connect with your senators and representatives. The Legislature will adjourn on Monday, May 21 st. Bill to Create a 50150 Split of Corridors of Commerce Funding Passes Senate Committee A bill to place a 50150 regional split for Corridors of Commerce funds in state law passed the Senate Transportation Committee. , Kiffineyer was amended in committee, and as amended directs MnDOT to award at least 50 percent of Corridors of Commerce funds to projects outside the seven-county metro area. This would mean that in instances where there is not an even split of projects, the metro area would receive less than half of the funding in that solicitation. Metro Cities opposes the bill in its current form, and submitted a joint letter to this effect with the Municipal Legislative Commission. Metro Cities is concerned that placing a set distribution in law would remove flexibility for MnDOT to respond to infrastructure needs as they arise. The amended language disadvantages the metro region by only allowing allocation flexibility in funding awards away from the seven-county metro area. The bill was passed to the Senate Floor on a roll call vote of 9-5. Questions? Please contact Steve Huser at 651-215-4003 or ,ieven(c-metrocitiesmn.orq. Bill to Preempt City Ordinances Related to Ride Sharing Companies Passes House Committee 70 of 80 h4://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC=%7b3 73 8C3AO-1 B97-40... 3/9/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters-Metro Cities Page 4 of 10 A bill that would preempt local ordinances relating to transportation network companies (TNCs) such as Uber and Lyft passed the House Commerce and Regulatory Reform Committee. HF 3032, Layman, would create statewide regulations for TNCs. The bill would also preempt existing and future municipal ordinances. Metro Cities staff testified in opposition to this bill, as the bill conflicts with Metro Cities' policy supporting local decision-making authority. Proponents of the bill have agreed to work on changes that address stakeholder concerns. The bill was passed and was referred to the Civil Law and Data Practices Committee. Metro Cities is working to identify city officials who are willing to help us respond to this legislation. If you are interested in becoming involved in advocacy efforts on this issue, please contact Steven Huser at 651-215-4003 or seven etrocitiesmn.or , 3M Settlement Details Presented to Legislative Committees Two legislative committees were presented with details of a recent 3M lawsuit settlement. This lawsuit was initiated by the Minnesota Attorney General in 2010 in response to the determination that perflourinated compounds, or PFC's, were detected in drinking water wells in the east metro. It was determined that the source of the PFC's were waste sites that 3M used to dispose of the compounds. The original amount of the lawsuit was$5 billion. Under the terms of the settlement, 3M has agreed to pay the state $850 million with the bulk of funds being used for drinking water and restoration and enhancement of natural resources in the east metro. $720 million will be available immediately,with the first priority for the funds to be ensuring clean drinking water now and in the future. Members of the legislature expressed concern that the funds be used for their intended purpose as well as questions as to whether the agencies receiving funds had the authority to allocate them without approval by the legislature. For more information, click Submit Your Housing Ideas to Governor's Housing Task Force Governor Dayton's Task Force on Housing is soliciting ideas to address housing issues. At this week's task force meeting, a process to solicit feedback from interested stakeholders, including cities, was announced. The task force is asking for best ideas on housing related to homeownership, rental housing, and housing stability and opportunity. Click here for directions on how to our ideaW for review by the task force. Submissions will be accepted through March 15 and are encouraged sooner to provide ample time for task force consideration. A second call for ideas may be issued in April. Contact Charlie Vander Aarde at 651-215-4001 or with any questions. Public Hearing on Wastewater Re-Use Amendments Next Week 71 of 80 h"://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type==B_BASIC&SEC=%7b373 8C3AO-1B97-40... 3/9/2018 Current(Archived Newsletters -Metro Cities Page 5 of 10 The Metropolitan Council Environment Services Division (MCES) recently held two workshops to discuss and share information on proposed amendment options to the Water Resource Policy Plan and a public hearing will be held next Tuesday, March 13th. The proposed amendments follow work by a recent Wastewater Reuse Policy Task Force that reviewed wastewater reuse policies and made recommendations for potential regionalflocal partnerships for reuse. The task force reached agreement on several policy considerations but did not find consensus on the use of wastewater fees to support reuse opportunities. Two of the three amendment options for the Water Resources Policy Plan include a regional cost share (use of wastewater fee) using specific criteria. To view the amendment proposals, click Details for the upcoming Public Hearing are: Metropolitan Council 390 Robert Street North Saint Paul, MN, Room LLA Tuesday, March 13, 2018 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM To view a previous newsletter article on this issue, click . To view the Wastewater Reuse Policy Task Force Report, click To view the Water Resource Policy Plan, click Metro Cities is in the process of preparing formal comments that will be included in a future newsletter. If you have any questions, contact Steve Huser at steven()metrocitiesmn.or or Patricia Nauman atata ricia metr -11f119smn.orr. Members are encouraged to provide comments and attend the public hearing. Comments will be accepted through March 23, 2018. • Send written comments to: Tim O'Donnell at Metropolitan Council Environmental Services, 390 Robert St. N., St. Paul, MN 55101- 1805. • Fax comments to: Tim O'Donnell at 651-602-1477 • Record comments on: Metropolitan Council Public Comment Line at 651-602-1500 • E-mail comments to: infoa_metc.state.mmus • Send TTY comments to 651-291-0904. Work Group Finalizes Discussion of Livable Communities Program A Metro Cities-convened work group of city officials met for the third time this week and completed its discussion of the twenty- year-old Livable Communities Act programs that fund economic development, redevelopment, environmental cleanup and affordable housing projects in cities. Metro Cities convened the work group to review the programs and their accessibility for all participating communities and to review existing program criteria and scoring. Metropolitan Council members Deb Barber, Wendy Wulff and Steve Elkins, as well as Met Council LCA staff, participated with city officials from throughout the region in this work. The work group identified several areas of support of the Livable 72 of 80 h4://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1B97-40... 3/9/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters -Metro Cities Page 6 of 10 Communities program, and identified some concerns and recommendations, including expanding education and outreach to under participating cities on the LCA programs. Once the report is prepared and finalized, Metro Cities will provide further information in a future newsletter. Metropolitan Council Environment Services Municipal Customer Forums Annually, the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services hosts Municipal Customer Forums to provide city officials an opportunity to discuss and provide input on current MCES topics, services, and upcoming fiscal year budget and rates. MCES is introducing a new format for this year's meetings by planning an open house with staff available to discuss various topics, such as 2019 Municipal Wastewater Charges, SAC, Capital Projects, Inflow& Infiltration, and Water Supply. Event dates, times and locations are as follows: Minnetonka Community Center Banquet Room Thursday, May 24th, 9:00 am— 11:00 am 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. Minnetonka, MN 55345 Eagan Community Center Oaks Room Thursday, June 7th, 1:30 pm—3:30 pm 1501 Central Parkway Eagan, MN 55121 Please contact Kris Hess (,,,,,istin.hess(&metc.state.mn.�. )for additional information. Governor Announces Autonomous Vehicles Executive Order This week Gov. Dayton issued an executive order to establish a 15-member Connected Vehicle Advisory Council to study the opportunities that automated and connected vehicles could bring to Minnesota. MNDoT Commissioner Charlie Zelle will co-chair the advisory council with Christopher Clark, president of Xcel Energy- Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. The council will consist of 15 appointees with relevant experience in local government,finance, transit, higher education, workforce training, insurance, automotive industry, advocacy, freight, labor and public safety. The council will recommend policy changes in such areas as transportation infrastructure and network, cyber security and data privacy standards and vehicle registration, driver training, licensing, insurance and traffic. Recommendations will be submitted to the governor and legislature by Dec. 1, 2018. Those interested in serving on the Connected Vehicle Advisory Council can apply at the Secretary of State website at htt .//commissionsanda o1 ntments.soa.szate.mn.us under Governor's Advisory Council on Connected and Automated Vehicles. The executive order also directs MnDOT, the Department of Public Safety and other agencies to establish pilot programs for 73 of 80 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type B_BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1B97-40... 3/9/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters-Metro Cities Page 7 of 10 development and testing of automated and connected vehicles technology and to support safe and effective testing and use in real-life situations to meet industry needs. The order also formally establishes an Interagency Automated and Connected Vehicles Team to ensure interagency coordination, develop cross agency policies and programs, and prepare the state for safe testing and adoption of automated vehicles. To view the order, click here. Statewide Water Reuse Report Released This week,the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) released the Advancing Safe and Sustainable Water Reuse in Minnesota report to the Legislature. The report outlines the benefits, costs and risks of reuse and strategies for reducing the risks. Additionally, it makes Minnesota-specific recommendations for state and local governments, non-governmental organizations, businesses and industries to consider in developing regulations and guidance for water reuse.The report recommends further study, collaboration, and education on water reuse, as well as further development and clarification of guidance, standards, and government roles for water reuse. The report was prepared by a multi-agency workgroup led by MDH. The workgroup included staff from the departments of Agriculture, Labor and Industry, and Natural Resources, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Board of Water and Soil Resources, Metropolitan Council and the University of Minnesota Water Resources Center. The workgroup received input and ideas from a variety of stakeholders. They include watershed districts, consultants, local governments, stormwater managers, wastewater operators, businesses and industries wanting to reuse water for their operations. Metro Cities staff participated in the stakeholder process. To view the Advancing Safe and Sustainable Water Reuse in Minnesota report, click here. RSVP Today for the Metro Cities Annual Meetingl Mark your calendars and save the date for the Metro Cities Annual Meeting!This year's event will be held on Thursday,April 19th at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in the Bullard Rainforest Auditorium. The evening will start off with a social hour at 5:30pm, followed by a guest speaker at 6:30pm, and will wrap up with a brief(but important!) business meeting at 7:00pm to elect members and officers to the Board of Directors. All member city staff and elected officials are welcome and encouraged to attend! (More details to follow.) There is no registration cost, but please RSVP by April 6th if you plan to attend. To RSVP, or if you have any questions, please contact Kimberly at 651-215-4000 or �mberly(&metrocit!esmn.orc. Bills of Note HF 3293, Runbeck: modifying and establishing transportation finance, budgeting, and accounting requirements related to the 74 of 80 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC—%7b3 73 8C3A0-1 B97-40... 3/9/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters Metro Cities Page 8 of 10 Metropolitan Council. HF 333 , Scott: requiring product stewardship program for solar photovoltaic modules; prohibiting placement of solar photovoltaic modules in mixed municipal solid waste; requiring a report; appropriating money. QTY 334?, Nash: modifying requirements for attendance by interactive television. HF I: , Jessup: providing for continuing appropriations in the event all or a portion of the state operating budget is not enacted prior to the start of a fiscal biennium; appropriating money. HF 3384, Runbeck: modifying and establishing transportation finance, budget, and reporting provisions related to the Metropolitan Council. , Runbeck: modifying and establishing various transportation finance, budgeting, appropriations, accounting, fiscal planning, and reporting provisions related to the Metropolitan Council; 31, Kiel: appropriating money for manufactured home park infrastructure grants. 112, Franke: appropriating money for metropolitan cities inflow and infiltration grants; authorizing the sale and issuance of state bonds. 9� , Eichorn: clarifying certain requirements relating to modular homes. SF 2909, Eichorn: modifying provisions related to home park closings. SF 2922, Limmer: modifying requirements for mandatory biennial audits of automatic license plate reader data. 15, Anderson B: establishing an urban bicycle lane use permit and a bicycle safety education program; imposing a fee; appropriating money. SF 2936, Anderson B: repealing requirement that the term incumbent be printed next to the incumbent candidate's name on the ballot. SF 2939, Senjem: appropriating money for preservation of public housing and to support issuance of additional housing infrastructure bonds; adding senior housing and manufactured home park improvements to the allowable uses of housing infrastructure bonds; authorizing the sale and issuance of state bonds. SF 2996, Jasinski: authorizing deputy registrars to edit certain records in the Minnesota Licensing and Registration System. SF 2998, Newman. eliminating the Counties Transit Improvement Board; making technical and conforming changes. SF 2999, Newman: modifying frequency of the transit financial activity review of Metropolitan Council transportation division by the legislative auditor. , Dibble: transferring money to continue development and improvement of the Minnesota Licensing and Registration System. SF 3021, Kiffineyer: making technical changes to provisions related to elections administration. , Pratt: modifying county authorization for storm and sanitary sewer systems. SF 3057, Newman: prohibiting use of cell phones while driving under specified circumstances; amending penalty provisions. W. "4u, Torres Ray: allowing local government to implement rent 75 of 80 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1B97-40... 3/9/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters -Metro Cities Page 9 of 10 stabilization measures; prohibiting rent stabilization for some residential buildings; allowing local ordinances for eviction actions to control over state law. SF 3082, Weber: increasing the city aid appropriation; amending Minnesota Statutes 2017 Supplement, section 477A.03, subdivision 2a. SF 3113, Newman: requiring the Legislative Advisory Committee to review MNLARS appropriation; appropriating money. SF 3135, Hall: Preempts local ordinances from regulating auxiliary containers- SF 3053, Champion: prescribes when an eviction action may be disclosed in a residential tenant report HF 3381, Kiel. $2 million for manufactured home park infrastructure grants. L4, Baker: $2 million state match for local housing trust funds. HF 3431 , Loeffler: enabling law enforcement and family members to petition a court to prohibit people from possessing firearms if they pose a significant danger to themselves or others by possessing a firearm. , Bernardy: requiring the commissioner of transportation to develop and implement a trunk highway performance implementation plan. HI- 34. , Pertersburg: modifying various provisions governing motor vehicle titling and registration. HF 3469, Runbeck: requiring a transit system development implementation plan. HF 3482, Anderson S: authorizing certain cities in Hennepin County to receive a portion of the transportation sales and use tax to spend on roads and bridges within city limits. HF 3485, Lucero: requiring corridors of commerce funds be split equally between the metropolitan area and outside of the metropolitan area. , Anderson P: increasing the city aid appropriation of local government aid. , Draheim: Modifying matching funds requirement for local recycling programs. Rosen: abolishing the Office of MN.IT Services; establishing a division of information technology within the Department of Administration; requiring agencies to obtain competitive bids for information technology projects. Newton: modifying requirements for attendance by interactive television. , Westrom: allowing counties to increase speed limits on county roads from 55 miles per hour to 60 miles per hour. HF 3332, Urdahl: providing for supplemental grants for wastewater infrastructure projects; requiring a report; appropriating money. t , Barr R: Prohibiting certain promotional signs and activities for the Metropolitan Council. HF 352 , Runbeck: Establishing certain project funding requirement for the regional solicitation process of the Met Council. HF 3522, Runbeck: Modifying and establishing certain limitations on use of state funds for transit capital expenditures. , Layman:Appropriating money for the broadband grant program. 76 of 80 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1B97-40... 3/9/2018 Current/Archived Newsletters -Metro Cities Page 10 of 10 , Anselmo: Increasing the tobacco sale age. Adding charter schools to the prohibition of tobacco in schools; increasing administrative penalties; allowing alternative penalties. HF 3577,Anselmo: Bill establishes a certified salt applicator program for commercial salt applicators and limits liability for those participating. HF 3497, O'Neill: bill limits city application fees for micro cell wireless facility applications at$3000. Metro Cities News is emailed periodically to all Metro Cities member mayors, councilmembers, city managers and administrators to keep officials abreast of important metro city issues. This information is also intended to be shared with city staff. If you'd like to sign up to receive Metro Cities News, please email riews letter(cDmetroc Wes m n.org and provide the following: Name, Title, Employer and Email address. Thank you. Metro Cities 146 University Ave W., St. Paul, MN 55103-2044 Phone 651-215-4000 Fax 651-281-1299 Website Home I About Us I Metro Cities Mer jers I Board of Directors I Wislature I Metr000iitan Council 1 Metro CIdes Task Emg Reportgo MetroDdRan Governance I Preal and Publications I Legislatilij Policies I[Policy Committees 1 CumenMmhlyed Mews) I Mstmwlitan Ama Managamrit oclation I QueWone,Comment&-arSuagestion I Staff I Links PresentsUons I Upcoming Me"Mies Everts I Committees and 4mvered hV ga- Prifter-friendty Vemlon 77 of 80 http://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.asp?Type=B BASIC&SEC=%7b3738C3AO-1B97-40... 3/9/2018 MAOSC Legislative Update—March 12,2018 Urgent issues emerge early While 2018 is scheduled to be one of the shortest regular-session years in history,several urgent topics have emerged early on that indicate strong potential for serious negotiations between Gov.Dayton and Republican legislative leaders,raising hopes for productive outcomes related to the opioid crisis and school security.These issues touch all corners of the state,with opioid addiction having an impact on rural health care,and the security of schools necessarily involving law enforcement in small cities. MAOSC will be monitoring progress on these issues with the interests of small cities in mind. Quite possibly,the Iynchpin to successful negotiations came late last year,courtesy of the federal tax changes.Not only did the reform have the side-effect of creating much of the projected surplus over the remaining 16 months of the biennium,it resulted in numerous state tax code complications that make federal conformity changes a very high priority.In the coming weeks,look for considerable debate regarding"tax repatriation."In short,the federal tax changes put pressure on a small number of large multi- national located in Minnesota to pay taxes due to the state.Some legislators are urging a delay in state tax repatriation. Key bill introductions Major 2018 bill introductions of interest to Small Cities include the$51.48 million funding request put forward by the Broadband Coalition(MAOSC is a participating member).SF 2787,introduced by Sen. Mark Koran(R-North Branch)and HF 3527—Rep.Sandy Layman(R-Cohasset);has strong bipartisan support. See: h Ma.11mgbroadbandcoalition.com w -Conten u loads 2018 02 FACT.SHEET .Rural-Broadband-Coalition. Other legislation of interest to MAOSC members introduced early in the 2018 session includes: 3F 2547 Kiffineyer: Requires corridors of commerce funds to be split equally between the metropolitan area and greater Minnesota. SF 2579 Goggin:Provides additional time for compliance with buffer law requirements. HF 2765 Nornes:Raises municipal(building code)exemption from population 2,500 to 5,000. HF 2935 Fabian:Requires notice to local governments by nongovernmental organizations acquiring fee title to land with money from the outdoor heritage fund and the environment and natural resources trust fund. HF 3109 Haley:modifying the use of workforce development funds;requiring a report. HF 3122 Urdahl:Appropriating capital investment for clean water;authorizing the sale and issuance of state bonds. HF 29- Clark:Allows local government to implement rent stabilization measures;prohibiting rent stabilization for some residential buildings;allowing local ordinances for eviction actions to control over state law. HV.,.-._ Omar:Establishes criminal penalties for peace officers who have sexual relations with persons in custody. HF 3001 Poston:Includes service cooperatives in the definition of governmental units for purposes of joint powers. SF 2615 Newton: Prohibits state and local units of government and law enforcement agencies from acquiring military-grade weapons from the federal government's military surplus program. K Fabian:Modifying environmental agency permitting,rulemaking,and fees;providing for watershed credit exchange program;modifying compliance requirements;appropriating money. HF 3219 Howe: Establishing a local cost-share assistance account;appropriating money for local roads and bridges;authorizing sale and issuance of general obligation bonds. SFA Utke:Permitting certain retired law enforcement officers to carry firearms in schools. Legislative deadlines set The 2018 legislative committee deadlines have been set,making clear that policy-only legislation will be the main emphasis in March,and funding issues will take center stage in April and May.The first committee deadline is Thursday,March 22—requiring bills to be out of policy committees in their house of origin.The second committee deadline is Thursday,March 29—requiring bills (or their companions)that met the first deadline to clear policy committees in the other body. All committee actions,including measures in the tax and finance committees,face a third deadline of Friday;April 20—31 days before the constitutional deadline for the end of the legislative session—Monday,May 21,2018. Of course,the old adage still applies—a bill is never totally dead until the legislative session ends. 78 of 80 Water focus an small cities Small cities under 5,000 will be getting some special attention this year in an effort to respond to the pressures of higher wastewater facilities(WV,/TF)standards and rising costs of administration,operations and maintenance.As for the problem of dealing with flushable wipes,legislative solutions are very likely to wait until at least 2019.These were among the recommendations made at the Feb.25 meeting of the Legislative Water Commission(LAIC). Four items will move forward while five others—including flushable wipes—will be"parked"for future consideration. In considering the nine items,LWC members spent the most time discussing the state's role in WWTF regulation and support for cities under 5,000.The joint commission recommended funding an analysis to determine whether there are more opportunities to cost effectively regionalize facilities,establish community criteria that Public Facilities Authority(PFA)and the legislature can use to determine whether continued infrastructure investment is warranted,or if it's less costly to switch homes and businesses to community or individual septic systems.Commission members expressed willingness to provide greater MPCA flexibility in enforcing new phosphorous standards and extending compliance deadlines. Considerable attention was given to communities in long-term decline,finding strategies for communities that are not likely to stabilize into the future."We should be more forthright,"said Rep.Clark Johnson."Being a bit more proactive makes sense." In response,Sen.Kent Eken raised questions about how a state panel would objectively apply its assessments. The LWC also approved increasing PFA loan and grant funding to$167 million (see the link to NF 3122 in the Key Bill introductions section above),recommended pursuing alternative wastewater facilities reviews that consider the estimated cost per pound of pollutant reduction for each improvement to best-management practices,and will support legislation to incorporate the MPCA order for independent peer review of wastewater treatment standards into state statute. Bonding&supplemental appropriations We sent out a Bulletin March 1a with the basics regarding the February Forecast indicating a modest budget surplus of$329 million over the next 16 months,followed by a scant$313 million balance projected for the following biennium.The forecast did prompt leaders to send signals about how the major money issues facing legislators this year are likely to be handled. Given that the federal tax changes will result in considerable state tax hikes for some families and businesses,federal tax conformity legislation is expected to take back a significant portion of surplus dollars available to limit or eliminate those automatic state tax hikes.The forecast books a best-guess for borrowing costs assuming that a bonding bill will be passed in 2018. Minnesota Management and Budget Commissioner Myron Frans indicated that$800 million was used for the calculation,but"the budget can handle the$1.5 billion proposed by Gov.Dayton."Some Republicans involved in putting together the Capital Investments package said they are comfortable with the idea of putting together a package limited to$800 million. It takes 60 percent votes in the House and Senate to approve bonding requests.Most of those borrowing costs are paid in later budgets. Another option when surplus funds are currently available is direct appropriation to pay for pressing capital improvement and asset maintenance needs.This process requires simple majorities in both houses,the signature of the governor,and does not incur borrowing costs later.As we monitor capital investment requests for small cities,we will look flexibly at both bonding and supplemental appropriations to meet those needs. Deputy registrars just want a fix Some progress has been made in fixing the new state licensing and registration system(MNLARS)now that the backlog of vehicle registrations has declined substantially in recent months.Gov. Dayton and his administration have stepped up by taking responsibility for fixing the troubled,costly system.in turn,the problems have been costly for deputy registrar offices hampered by delays that are entirely out of their control.(Deputy registrars are located in 21 MAOSC member cities that host or operate the offices.) Citizens and entire communities are now left with the fallout as the Legislature refused to spend$10 million in emergency funds necessary to move forward with the necessary fixes that have been identified. See-r,cee,'�,wwwstartrrraua�e.c�Jm,rlx-m, . Gu-a-wc,rrtrc-r tfFE5t-Wflu-[Cusulauun-systeml473703263/ Legislative Updates will appear on a weekly basis(except during recess weeks)through May,and will supplement the regular State Newsletter over the three months of the legislative session. -END- 79 of 80 Fire Department Advisory Group Meeting Agenda March 13th, 2018 2:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. Bayport Fire Statinn 1012 5th Ave Introductions: 2017 Fire total review Fire Department Status Forecasting budget and staffing Challenges—Calls Mental Health issues, Family Crisis, Social Services Intervention, assaults on first responders. Next step 80 of 80