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D Legislative Update D MEMORANDUM CITY OF CHANHASSEN TO: Mayor & City Council Todd Gerhardt, City Manager T Gi I-k- February 23, 2005 7700 Market Boulevard POBox 147 Chanhassen,MN55317 FROM: DATE: Administration Phone: 9522271100 Fax 952227.1110 SUBJ: Legislative Update Building Inspections Phone 952227.11BO Fax: 952227.1190 Engineering Phone: 952227.1150 Fax 952227.1170 Staff invited Senator Julianne Ortman and Representative Joe Hoppe to attend our work session to provide us with a legislative update. Some current issues to be discussed are listed below: Finance Phone: 952.227.1140 Fax: 952227.1110 · Turbo-Charged TNT (not included in Senator Ortman's Bill-that's good!). · Any future impacts on Chanhassen due to state revenue forecasts. · Can the current bonding bill help Chanhassen with our portion of the "local participation costs" for TH 212 and TH 101 Gap Projects? (HF3 includes $12.5 million for local road improvement grants-see the attached Friday Fax for information). · License Center Update. · Minnesota River Crossing Update. · Seminary Fen. · Highway 5 Improvements West of Trunk Highway 41. (We would like to see these improvements included in MnDOT's latest Transportation Plan.) · TZl Grant for Pedestrian Underpass for Highway 41 Connecting Carver County Regional Park to the East Side of Highway 41. (The Transportation Advisory Board will be reviewing these grant applications and approve funding for selected projects. Carver County COmmissioner Tom Workman is a member. See attachment for Board Members). Park & Recreation Phone 952227.1120 Fax: 952.227.1110 RecreationCenler 2310 Coulter Boulevard Phone: 952227.1400 Fax 952227.1404 Planning & Natural Resources Phone: 952227.1130 Fax 952227.1110 Public Works 1591 Park Road Phone: 9522271300 Fax: 952227.1310 Senior Center Phone: 952.227.1125 Fax: 952227.1110 Web Site www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us The City of Chanhassen· A growing community with clean lakes, quality schools, a charming downtown, Ihriving businesses, winding trails, and beautiful parks. A gJBa! place to live, work, alld play, J. -~ J .. :j '1 '1 ~j ¡ .1 ?; i -~ j j ¡ j -FridayFax- A weekly legislative updatefrom the League of Minnesota Cities i Feb 18 2885 15:19:38 Yia Fax -} -'I, ... ..\.".~.,?, LMC l~"!,,,..,'¡,Ili,,_f.'if'j,,,, (.'il;""pn,,,...U"'g-...n..n,,,, Turbo-charged TNT "When each Minnesota taxpayer receives their annual truth-in-taxation form in the mail. there wilI be something else in that envelope: three postcards-~me each for the county, city or to'Mlship, and school dis1rict-the postcards wilI be calIed the Taxpayer Satisfaction Survey."-Governor Tim Pawlenty-State of the State Address 1/18/2005 The postcards described by the governor could be used by each property owner to petition for a referendum on property tax levy increase proposed by local units of government. If a sufficient number of petition postcards are returned, a local unit of government would have to hold an election to approve the levy Increase. Earlier this month, the governor's tax recommendations were introduced by Sen. Julianne Or1man (R-Chanhassen) and Rep. Phil Krinkie (R-Shoreview). Those bills, SF 753 and HF 660. appear to contain all of the governor's tax recommendations with one notable exception-there is no language related to the turbo-charged truth-in-taxation process. Although the details of the governor's TNT proposal have not yet been released as a bill draft, we have recently heard rumors that the proposal will be naITowed to cover only cities and counties. We have also heard that the petition might apply to virtually any levy increase but would likely exclude levy increases to Cover debt service costs. The TNT proposal will most likely be introduced as a separate bill in the near future. 9522271118 AdNinistrator Page 881 [ f 884 February 18. 2005 Page 1 State budget forecast to be released The next significant date in the legislative process will occur on Monday, February 28 when the Department of Finance releases the semi-annual state budget forecast. With the release of the February forecast, the legislature will earnestly begin the process of crafting the state's biennial budget. The last official forecast, which was released last November, indicated that the state would face at least a $700 million deficit during the upcoming 2006-2007 biennium. With inflation factors added, the Department of Finance suggested that the deficit could approach $1.4 bilIion. The 2006-2007 biennium begins on July I. 2005. Recent tax colIection infmmation has been some~at optimistic. In January, the Department of Finance reported that actual tax collections for the months of November and December were 2.5 percent or $66.1 million more than forecast. The variance was largely due to higher than expected corporate income tax receipts, ~ich accounted for more than two-thirds of the increased collections. State tax receipts from the individual income tax and the sales tax, which account for about 75 percent of state revenue, were only $7 million. or 0.3 percent, above forecast. State economist Tom Stinson always warns legislators not to draw long-term conclusions from short-term variations in state tax collections. We will cover the details of the forecast release in the Cities Bulletin. FOI" more infonmrtiOl1 on city le~1ati:VII issues, contact any member o£the League ofM1nn.esota Cities Intergovemmeol:a1 R.ebticw team. 651.281.1200 or 800.925.1122 Feb 18 2885 15:28:19 Yia Fax -} ·l ~ "'\.."...,"""').:" 9522271118 Administrator Page 882 Of 884 LMC -FridayFax- A weekly legislative updatefrom the League of Minnesota Cities l.....¡,...,,,/¡. ¡.......rflAGtiM (,li"",....""" ,·"".ønuIf...,,:,, MVHC Hearing Held -:; On Thursday, 1I1e House Property and Local Tax Division considered the governor's proposal to extend 1I1e market value homestead credit cuts through 2006. The discussion began with a presentation by the House Research Department that provided committee members with an overview of1l1e MVHC including a brief history of the program. The presentation also included a discussion of1l1e effect of1l1e governor's proposal on 1I1e property tax levy of an affected city. , \1 i j c" 'J 4 ¡, ~ Under 1I1e governor's proposal, 1I1e MVHC cuts that were originally imposed in 2003 would be extended for 2005 and 2006. According to 1I1e Department of Revenue, 1I1ere are 103 cities that would have their MVHC reimbursement reduced or eliminated. Rep. Ann Lenczewsi (DFL-Bloomington) voiced her frustration, not as much about the proposed cuts but about 1I1e manner in which MVHC cuts are implemented. When the MVHC is cut as proposed by the governor, Representative Lenczewski argued 1I1at the state is not being truthful with taxpayers because the city, not the taxpayer, is affected. The MVHC credit continues to show on 1I1e taxpayer's notice, but the state reduces or eliminates the reimbursement paid to the city. In this manner, 1I1e MVHC reimbursement reduction translates into a direct reduction in the city's certified property tax levy. Several committee members indicated 1I1at the cuts were a balance to 1I1e permanent reductions in LGA enacted in 2003. The committee did not take any action on 1I1e governor's proposal. February 18, 2005 * Page 2 Bonding bill on its way to the House floor On Wednesday, 1I1e House Capital Investment Committee approved a bonding package totaling $816.8 million. The House Ways and Means Committee approved 1I1e bill late Thursday, and the full House is expected to hear the proposal on the House floor sometime next week, possibly Tuesday. The House bill, HF 3, is sponsored by Rep. Dan Dorman (R-Albert Lea). The bill includes $780.3 million in general obligation bonding and $36.5 million in user financed bonds. HF 3 spends $759,000 more 1I1an recommended by Governor Pawlenty in his capital budget, but $221 million less than the Senate's bonding package. Sen. Keith Langseth (DFL-Glyndon) is 1I1e chief au1l1or of 1I1e Senate bill, SF I, which includes nearly $1.04 million for capital projects. That bill passed the full Senate on 4th January 2 . Recommendations in HF 3 include: · $50 million for local bridge replacement · $12.5 million for local road improvement ants · $10 million Northstar commuter rail · $21 million for flood hazard mitigation grants · $4.85 million for greater Minnesota regional parks For more information on city le;U1ative issues, contact any member of the Lea¡ue of1vfum.elat~ Cities Inteqowmrnental Re1atiom team. 651281.1200 Of 800.925.1122 Feb 18 2885 15:28:57 Yia Fax -} "i. -,,\,.,...,- LMC 9522271118 AdMinistrator Page 883 [If 884 -FridayFax- A weekly legislative updatefrom the League of Minnesota Cities ¡",,,!,..,'''¡''li''_>h>C;,;,,,, (,~lÌ<lwpn'_,I""!I.....,.JL.. .'" · $5 million for me1ropolitan regional parks · $14.38 million for US EPA drinking water/wastewater · $10 million for WIF · $15 million for redevelopment grants · $17.9 million for bioscience development · $20 million for a University of MinnesotalMayo Clinic bio-tech research facility · $10 million for permanent supportive housing To review the complete list of projects funded in the House bonding bill. visit: http://www.house.le!!.state.mn.us/fi scal/files/bo ndOS.pdt Meth hearings begin in the Legislature House and Senate committees took up the issue of meth this week. In two hearings. the Senate Crime Prevention & Public Safety Committee took testimony on and amended the three main meth bills listed below. On Thursday, the House Health Policy/Finance Committee had an overview trom the department focusing on the health aspects of meth. Their discussions centered on the 1rea1ment available for meth addicts. and the problems of exposure to meth labs. These bills will have a number of committee stops in both bodies before the session is over. February 18, 200 S Page 3 The Senate bills under consideration: · SF 51 (Berglin, DFL-Minneapolis)- regulating the precursor drugs that go into the production of meth by classifYing ephedrine and pseudoephedrine as a Schedule V drug. (Passed on for full Senate consideration on the floor). · SF 423 (Rosen, R-Fairmont)-the "mega meth" bill; increasing penalties for intent to manufacture and when children are present, sets standards on disclosure for buildings or vehicles where meth was cooked, creates a loan fund for clean-up ofmeth labs. (Passed onto Senate Judiciary). · SF 901 (Skoglund. DFL-Minneapolis)- creates a tip line. makes it a crime to dump meth waste, and changes the nuisance law for meth houses. (Passed onto Senate Judiciary) A more in-depth story will be available in next week's Cities Bulletin. For more information, contact Jennifer O'Rourke at 651.281.1261 or iorourke:1V1mnc.or!!. Impaired waters bill scheduled for hearings The bill that generates approximately $60 million of new state funding for cities to meet increased environmental requirements by adding a state fee to sewer bills and adding an annual surcharge on septic systems will begin hearings in both the House and Senate next week The Senate Environment and Natural Resources Policy Committee will bring up SF 762 (Frederickson, R-New UIm) on Monday, February 21 at 12:30 p.m. in Room 107 of the State Capitol. The House For more wotnL1l:ion on city 1e&is1ati..... is.,.s, contact any mamber crUte L.,¡gue oiMinnesota Citiel5 Inteq,ovemmental Re1ationJ team. 651281.1200 or 800925.1122 1 .~ ~ , :j 1 -J J ., ¡ ¡ 'j ~ ,~ ¥ , ! I I I \ ~ 1 Feb 18 2885 15:21:34 Yia Fax -} "\. - "'\....···"7 9522271118 AdMinistrator Page 884 Of Ð84 LMC -Friday Fax- A weekly legislative updatefrom the League of Minnesota Cities 1".,'1'''''' f~·¡lli"........".. (:;~i..... (,'ililnlp...,"",ol....y_"""',,<'" Environment and Natural Resources Policy Committee will hear HF 826 (Ozment, R- Rosemount) on Tuesday, February 22 at 12:00 p.m. in the Basement Hearing Room of the State Office Building. Committee Meetings Senate Conunerce Conunittee Monday Feb. 21 Chair: Sen. Linda Scheid I p.m. Room 15 Capitol Agenda: SF 404-Dibble: Freedom to Breathe Act. Senate Tax Conunittee Wednesday Feb. 23 Chair: Sen. Lawrence Pogemiller 9 a.m. Room 123 Capitol Agenda: Presentation of Financing Local Government Task Force report by League of MN Cities. Make your city's voice heard at the Capitol-State of the Cities Legislative Conference set for March 31 The State of the Cities Legislative Conference is set for March 31. 2005 and will be held at the Four Points Sheraton. St. Paul. This conference is followed by the City Day at the Capitol-the perfect chance to meet with your legislators and tell your city' s story. February 18. 2005 Page 4 At this conference. you'll: · Learn about key legislative initiatives and issues facing cities this session, including ttansportation. land use and water quality. · Hear about the 2005 State of the Cities Report · Learn how Minnesota cities are coping with fiscal pressures and how our cities compare to other states. · Find out about the Financing Local Government Task Force recommendations. · Hear ITom legislative leaders. · Network with other city officials and learn how to foster closer state-local partnerships. · Stay on for the networking social hour ITom 4 to 6 p.m. at the Kelly Inn. Sweetwater Bar and Grill. Registration Fee: $75 person Questions? Contact Cathy Dovidio at (651) 281-1250 or (800) 925-1122. or e-mail: cdovidio@lmnc.org. Register online anytime at: www.1mnc.org For more infonnation on city legislative issuel, contact any member of the Leape ofMUmelClta Ci.ties JntI!f!,OVII!mmenl:a1 Relations team. 651.281.1 200 or 800.925.1122 Metropolitan Council - Services - Transportation Planning - Transportaiton Advisory Board Members - Ma... Page 1 of 2 ," ".. :::. ~.._'" ~ ;~ ':"1 1· · "","",' rl ~ - "j.... Metropo ¡tan ~ .. :' : .~ I '. ........Council . _ r~·",. Io-!!!!!I!: ',. - >', : j j - !: '!_'¡t;)0~"1·~-j~;T:-In:"~~j:>m",.J,I-r\~". 'I 1;',,< I~, '''' ),~'" '"' ." '>1 I"f ':'.'1 ~ ~;^,-¡1<111';",r ,,~'" V'" ),10' d¡-'¡lit~-t,jITjf~i!!I!f. d, ¡1_b~ .MII.~¡¡;'ilii>l:WJlli,,~l....~ ,,;W j/~ "h'4f¿~i<_~';~"'~'mæmb",,';-j,;_>,,;¡:,..j,.I¡,:,=,,"k'I,¡¡milltjlli>&L~~~ Transportation TransDortation AdViSOry Board to the MetroDolitan Council The Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) was created by the state legislature In 1974. The purpose of the TAB Is to accomplish the responsibilities designated by state and federal law and regulation with regard to transportation planning and programming for the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area, comprising the counties of Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington. The transportation planning process in the Twin Cities region is based on Minnesota statutes and the requirements of federai rules and regulations on urban transportation planning. The Metropolitan Council is the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and is responsible for the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive (3C) planning process in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. The TAB, along with the Metropolitan Council and Technical Advisory Committee, serves as the certified MPO in compliance with federal law and ruies and thereby qualifies the region for federal transportation planning, operating and construction funds. Therefore, the TAB is a key participant in the region's 3C transportation planning process. The transportation planning process provides a basis for decision making and ensures that various points of view are heard and discussed when establishing transportation policy and allocating transportation funds. The TAB provides a forum for deliberation among state, regional and local officials, transportation providers and private citizens to articulate their positions on Issues that affect transportation planning and funding In the Twin Cities region. The TAB formally reviews and comments on the Regional Blueprint, the Transportation Policy Plan and other significant planning documents produced by the Metropolitan Council. The TAB also provides comments during the development of other transportation documents prepared by the Minnesota Department of Transportation, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Metropolitan Airports Commission that are not product requirements of the 3C planning process, but are related to regional transportation policy. The TAB Is responsible for soliciting and evaluating applications for federal transportation funding, and for conducting public hearings and adoption of the region's Transportation Improvement Program. For more Information about the TAB, contact Kevin Roggenbuck, TAB Coordinator, at (651) 602·1728 or email him at kev!". ro9gen buck(Õ) mete.state. m n. us Transportation Advisory Board Membership 2005 Dennis Berg Anoka County District A Tom Workman Carver County Dick Allendorf Citizen District B Paul Krause Dakota County James Meyers Citizen District C Linda Koblick Hennepin County Carlson-Bancroft Citizen District D Jim McDonough Ramsey County Sanda 'Cltizen District E Jon Ulrich Scott County Donn Wlskl Citizen District F Myra Peterson Washington County Jill Smith Citizen District G Julia Whalen AMM·Champlin Kendell Johnson Citizen District H Dan Bostrom AMM·St. Paul Glenn Olson Transit Charlie Crichton AMM-Burnsvllle Lori Fritts Transit Chuck DeVore AMM-Whlte Bear Lake i······· William Hargis AMM-Woodbury Gepner http://www.metrocouncil.orglservices/tab.htm 2/23/2005 -kij Metropolitan Council- Services - Transportation Planning - Transportaiton Advisory Board Members - Ma... 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