WS 2000 12 11aCITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MINUTES
MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2000
Mayor Mancino called the work session to order at 5:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Mancino, Council members Jansen, Labatt, Peterson, and Senn.
STAFF PRESENT: Scott Botcher, City Manager; Bruce DeJong, Finance Director; Todd Gerhardt,
Assistant City Manager; Todd Hoffman, Park & Recreation Director; Teresa Burgess, Public Works
Director; Rick Rice, IS Coordinator; John Wolff, Fire Chief
OTHERS PRESENT: Len Simich, Southwest Metro Transit; Melissa Gillman, Chanhassen Villager
BUCK'S UNPAINTED FURNITURE: Scott Botcher stated that the City Attorney had given an
opinion regarding the inclusion of Buck's Unpainted Furniture in the All About Lights development in
our TIF District. If they choose to locate in this district, the developer would lose eligibility for the
remaining years of assistance that they would otherwise receive.
TIF DEFEASANCE: Bruce DeJong discussed the TIF defeasance. The amount will be increased to
$4.6 million to maximize the amount of the grant application next year. With the increase in values,
increased increment is coming into the district. We raised the estimate of rate compression from
$1.8 million to $2.2 million.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, 2001-2005: Linda Jansen brought forward the park and
trail capital improvement items that were not approved in any of the prior CIP discussions. The following
items are to be included (based on the September 8th memo from Todd Hoffman to Scott Botcher
regarding the Park & Recreation Commission recommendation):
Marsh Glen Trail Connector
Skate Park Improvements
Recreation Center Illuminated Wall Sign
Tree Plantings
New Park Signs
Picnic Tables
$68,000
$35,000
$10,000
$5,000
$4,000
$4,000
These items will be paid out of Park Acquisition Fund 410.
The Council received an update on the costs for replacing the telephones at City Hall from Rick Rice.
Len Simich provided an update on Southwest Metro Transit. John Wolff discussed the Fire Department
and the need for more infrared cameras for better visibility at fire scenes. He also stated that he was
comfortable with $15,000 for dive equipment. The laptop computers were deferred. The time frame for
the 800-megahertz radio system was discussed. The Council discussed whether to move up the timetable
for the water treatment plant construction. The Council discussed the overlay program for street
improvements with Teresa Burgess.
Bruce DeJong
Finance Director