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10801 Town Square Drive City of Blaine Blaine MN 55449 Anoka County, Minnesota Minutes - Final City Council Thursday, April 16, 2015 7:30 PM Council Chambers 1. CALL TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. by Mayor Ryan followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and the Roll Call. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL Quorum Present. ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Clark Arneson; City Attorney Patrick Sweeney; Planning and Community Development Director Bryan Schafer; Finance Director Joe Huss; Police Chief/Safety Services Manager Chris Olson; City Engineer Jean Keely; Stormwater Manager Jim Hafner; Community Standards Director Robert Fiske; Communications Technician Roark Haver; Senior Engineering Technician Jason Sundeen; City Clerk Catherine Sorensen; and Recording Secretary Denise Bosch. Present: 7 - Tom Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.-1 MIN 15-13 WORKSHOP MINUTES - 3/12/15 SPECIAL WORKSHOP MINUTES - 3/18/15 BOR WORKSHOP MINUTES - 3/30/15 WORKSHOP MINUTES - 4/2/15 REGULAR MINUTES - 4/2/15 Moved by Councilmember King, seconded by Councilmember Herbst, that the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of March 12, 2015, the Minutes of the Special Workshop of March 18, 2015, the Minutes of the Board of Review of March 30, 2015, the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of April 2, 2015, and the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 2, 2015, be approved. Motion adopted. Mayor Ryan and Councilmember Bourke abstained from the Workshop Board of Review Meeting Minutes of March 30, 2015, due to their absence. Councilmember Clark abstained from the Workshop Meeting Minutes of March 12, 2015, due to his absence. City of Blaine Page 1 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 Aye: 4 - Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland Abstain: 3 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Bourke and Councilmember Clark 5. AWARDS - PRESENTATIONS - ORGANIZATIONAL BUSINESS None. 6. COMMUNICATIONS 6.-1 SPEAKER ANOKA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH RECOGNITION AWARD TO JIM 15-03 HAFNER Mayor Ryan presented Stormwater Manager Jim Hafner with the Anoka County Public Health Recognition Award in recognition of his leadership, collaboration, advocacy work, and community health improvement efforts in promoting safe and clean water. Mayor Ryan congratulated Mr. Hafner and recognized his contributions to public health. He stated this is the first time this award has been given someone in Mr. Hafner’s position. He also talked about the importance of conserving water resources. Stormwater Manager Hafner stated that he was quite surprised to receive the award. He stated that he is fortunate to work in Blaine and appreciates the support he receives. Informational: no action required Other Mayor Ryan announced that on April 21st at 3:30 p.m. there will be an open house to celebrate Blaine’s 50th anniversary. Mayor Ryan reported on last week’s Arrive Alive program at Centennial and thanked everyone involved. Safety Services Manager/Police Chief Chris Olson thanked the Mayor for this acknowledgement and spoke about how everyone working together sends a great message. Mayor Ryan reported on the bike helmets event involving approximately 980 helmets. City Manager Arneson spoke about the other events that were occurring at the same time as the bike helmet event and how City offices were being used. Mayor Ryan reported on the Green Expo at the Sports Center at 9:00 a.m. on April 25th. There will be no cost for this event. 7. OPEN FORUM FOR CITIZEN INPUT City of Blaine Page 2 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 Mayor Ryan opened the Open Forum at 7:46 p.m. There being no input, Mayor Ryan closed the Open Forum at 7:46 p.m. 8. ADOPTION OF AGENDA 9. 8:00 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING AND ITEMS SET FOR A CERTAIN TIME None. 10. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Councilmember Herbst requested the removal of Consent Agenda item 10.8 and 10.11. Councilmember Swanson requested removal of Consent Agenda item 10.10; and Councilmember Clark requested removal of Consent Agenda item 10.12 for discussion. Moved by Councilmember Herbst, seconded by Councilmember Hovland, that the following be approved: Motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 10.-1 MO 15-049 SCHEDULE OF BILLS PAID Approved 10.-2 MO 15-050 APPROVAL OF THE 2015-2016 KENNEL LICENSES Approved 10.-3 MO 15-051 APPROVE A VENDING TRUCK LICENSE FOR FAISAL ICE CREAM, FAISIL KAZAR, OWNER/OPERATOR, 12754 ULYSSES CIRCLE NE Approved 10.-4 MO 15-052 APPROVE A VENDING TRUCK LICENSE FOR BLAINE ANOKA ICE CREAM, FAYSAL HASAN, OWNER/OPERATOR, 922 94TH AVE NE Approved City of Blaine Page 3 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 10.-5 MO 15-053 APPROVE THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE LICENSE FOR BLISS MASSAGE STUDIO, 9140 BALTIMORE STREET NE Approved 10.-6 MO 15-054 APPROVE THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE LICENSE FOR MASSAGE SPARK LLC, 443 87TH LANE NE Approved 10.-7 MO 15-055 APPROVE A TEMPORARY ON-SALE 3.2 MALT BEVERAGE LICENSE FOR CHURCH OF ST. TIMOTHY’S CARNIVAL VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENT, 707 - 89TH AVENUE NE Approved 10.-9 RES 15-066 RECEIVE PETITION AND ORDER PUBLIC HEARING FOR VACATION OF EASEMENT FOR UTILITY AND ROAD PURPOSES FOR LOT 7, BLOCK 1, HARPERS STREET WOODS 5TH (OUTLOT B, HARPERS STREET WOODS 2ND ADDITION; DOCUMENT NO. 446892), VACATION NO. V15-03 Adopted 10.-8 MO 15-056 AUTHORIZE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH PIONEER ENGINEERING, P.A., IN THE AMOUNT OF $74,295 FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR TRUNK UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVE THE NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 23 AND THE PLAT OF GLENN MEADOWS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 14-14 Councilmember Herbst asked Staff if a report was received back from the Watershed on the ditch that goes north to 109th Avenue and also on a box culvert. City Engineer Keely replied that the Council had received information that the ditch work on Ditch 53 and 62 was completed. Councilmember Herbst asked if visual inspections were made on two possible obstructions. City Engineer Keely stated she believes that was the section they asked the Watershed to look at last year and that the inspection did take place. Councilmember Herbst asked that before Council takes action on the item, it gets an answer on the possible obstructions. City of Blaine Page 4 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 Stormwater Manager Hafner reported on the repair work in Ditches 53 and 62. Councilmember Herbst described the specific area of his concern and stated it has been the policy of the Council to look at these areas before a development is built. He also asked if the County has removed silt from the box culvert. He questioned if the issue should be postponed so these issues could be checked out. City Manager Arneson stated they were unrelated issues. The ditch analysis can be done separately. Councilmember Bourke asked if the funds are paid out of the EDA. City Manager Arneson replied that some are paid for out of assessments, some out of EDA, and some out of water funds and sewer funds. Motion by Councilmember Clark, seconded by Councilmember Bourke, to direct staff to inspect the ditch as described by Councilmember Herbst to verify that all the work is done, that there are no obstructions, and provide a report at the May 7, 2015, Council meeting. Amendment adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland Moved by Councilmember Herbst, seconded by Councilmember Hovland, that Motion 15-056, “Authorize City Manager to Enter into Contract with Pioneer Engineering, P.A., in the amount of $74,295 for Engineering Services for Trunk Utility Improvements to Serve the North Half of the Northeast Quarter of Improvement Project No. 14-41,” be approved. Amended motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 10. RES 15-067 AUTHORIZE INSTALLATION OF FIVE TON PER AXLE WEIGHT -10 RESTRICTION SIGNAGE ON XYLITE STREET AND 95TH AVENUE Councilmember Swanson inquired about stop signs on Rice Creek Parkway. He would like to postpone consideration of this resolution until May 7th or pass the resolution and direct Staff to place stop signs on Rice Creek Parkway. City Manager Arneson stated that Staff prefers the Council postpone this resolution until May 7th. Mayor Ryan asked if the City has a sign for the road posting. He has had constant contact with a citizen concerned with this issue. City of Blaine Page 5 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 City Engineer Keely stated a work order was prepared for installation if this resolution passed tonight. She believes the posts are in, but signs are not up for weight limits. Councilmember Swanson stated that all the asphalt trucks would be on Rice Creek Parkway. Councilmember Hovland suggested postponing this consideration until the Council gets a report on the truck route. Councilmember Herbst suggested posting the signs and see if they move traffic to Rice Creek Parkway. Councilmember Hovland was not opposed to putting the signs in but wanted to address the issue once and for all. He asked how long a postponement was needed. City Manager Arneson replied to May 7th. Councilmember Herbst supported moving ahead with the signs. Councilmember Swanson indicated that he had no problem with the signs going in but that he needed the stop signs at Rice Creek Parkway at the cross walk at Kane Meadows Park. Moved by Councilmember Swanson, seconded by Councilmember King, that Motion Resolution 15-067 to “Authorize Installation of Five Ton Per Axle Weight Restriction Signage on Xylite Street and 95th Avenue,” be approved and to direct staff to install stop signs on Rice Creek Parkway by Kane Meadows Park. Motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 10. ORD 15-2306 SECOND READING -11 AMENDING CHAPTER 34, ENVIRONMENT, ARTICLE XI, STORMWATER MANAGEMENT, DIVISION 2, STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BLAINE Councilmember Clark requested a verbiage change to the document on page five. He would like to add the following sentence: “Using best management practices will be accepted as compliance” and asked whether this revision could be made. City Attorney Sweeney gave approval for the change. Moved by Councilmember Swanson, seconded by Councilmember Herbst, that Ordinance 15-2306, “Ordinance 15-2306 Second Reading Amending Chapter City of Blaine Page 6 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 34, Environment, Article XI, Stormwater Management Plan, Code of Ordinances of the City of Blaine,” be approved. Motion by Councilmember Swanson, seconded by Councilmember Herbst to amend page five as follows: No pre- or post-construction testing will be required by the City of Blaine to determine the “no net increase” or “net reduction” requirements stated above. Using best management practices will be accepted as compliance. Amendment adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland Motion by Councilmember Clark, seconded by Councilmember Bourke to hold second reading and adopt Ordinance 15-2306 Second Reading Amending Chapter 34, Environment, Article XI, Stormwater Management Plan, Code of Ordinances of the City of Blaine. Amendment adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 10. ORD 15-2311 SECOND READING -12 AMENDING APPENDIX D - FEE SCHEDULE OF THE BLAINE CODE OF ORDINANCES REGARDING ARTICLE X, LICENSES FOR RENTAL DWELLINGS, LICENSE FEES, FOR THE CITY OF BLAINE Councilmember Clark stated his reason for pulling this ordinance was to provide the community with information on what the City is doing with regard to rental ordinances. He wanted to be sure to publicize this change. Community Standards Director Fiske stated that the City is changing its inspection program so that all properties will be inspected annually, once every three years they will get a complete inside and outside inspection and on the off years will get a complete exterior inspection. He stated that the rental license fee increase covers the costs of the additional inspections. Councilmember Clark stated that goal is not to keep people from renting their properties but to avoid having properties negatively impact the neighborhood. Moved by Councilmember Clark, seconded by Councilmember Hovland, that Ordinance No. 15-2311 “Second Reading Amending Appendix D – Fee Schedule of the Blaine Code of Ordinances Regarding Article X, Licenses for Rental Dwellings, License Fees, for the City of Blaine,” be approved. Motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland City of Blaine Page 7 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 ADMINISTRATION The Council agreed to next consider Item 12.5. 12.-5 RES 15-074 PRELIMINARY APPROVAL TO ISSUE HOUSING FACILITY REVENUE BONDS RELATING TO CREST VIEW SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT Finance Director Huss presented the request of Crest View Sr. Housing Community at Blaine, LLC to increase the previously approved $40 million in conduit revenue bonds to $64,900,000 in order to both refinance existing debt on a facility in Columbia Heights as well as to finance the Blaine project, with approximately $24,900,000 being issued for the refunding of the existing debt and up to $40 million in Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds to fund the Blaine project. He stated that a public hearing will be conducted on May 7th for the issuance of the bonds. Councilmember Herbst requested that Shirley Barnes step up to the podium and asked when she thought they would get started. Ms. Barnes stated that the BB and T Credit Committee approved the bond unanimously as did Crest View’s board because the refinancing was added to the financing. It is a current asset they are able to refinance. She stated that there is no risk to the City and it is more efficient for there to be one host city. She clarified that there are also 11 enhanced assisted living units. She expects to close by June 15th and assured the Council that the Mayor will get a call when the closing documents are signed. She stated work will start as soon as the closing is completed. Councilmember Herbst stated that Councilmembers will be there for the ceremonial groundbreaking. Councilmember King stated he thinks this is a fantastic project. He asked who owns the obligation on the bonds. Finance Director Huss replied that the obligation is supported with a mortgage on the building. Mayor Ryan asked if there was a limit on conduit bonds. Finance Director Huss replied there is no limit he is aware of. Moved by Councilmember Bourke, seconded by Mayor Ryan, that Resolution 15-074, “Preliminary Approval to Issue Housing Facility Revenue Bonds Relating to Crest View Housing Project,” be approved. Motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland City of Blaine Page 8 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 11. DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS 11.-1 RES 15-068 GRANTING FINAL PLAT APPROVAL TO SUBDIVIDE 92.92 ACRES INTO 32 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS AND 5 OUTLOTS TO BE KNOWN AS WAGAMON RANCH AT HARPERS STREET/131st AVENUE. (CASE FILE NO. 14-0068/LSJ) Planning and Community Development Director Schafer presented the request of Gorham Development, LLC, to plat 92 acres on the north end of Harpers Street to create 108 single-family lots, 3 of which will contain existing homes and remain a larger size, and rezone the property DF, Development Flex, to be consistent with other new development in the general area. Moved by Councilmember Herbst, seconded by Councilmember King, that Resolution No. 15-068, “Granting Final Plat Approval to Subdivide 92.92 Acres into 32 Single Family Lots and 5 Outlots to be known as Wagamon Ranch at Harpers Street/131st Avenue. (Case File No. 14-0068/LSJ),” be approved. Motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 11.-2 RES 15-069 GRANTING FINAL PLAT APPROVAL TO SUBDIVIDE 4.51 ACRES INTO 12 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS AND ONE OUTLOT TO BE KNOWN AS WILLOWFIELD ADDITION AT 12651 HARPERS STREET NE. (CASE FILE NO. 15-0008/SLK) Planning and Community Development Director Schafer explained that the North East Area Plan Amendment, approved in October of 2002, created a land use designation of Low Density Residential (LDR) for the area included within this plat and the Harpers Street Development Guide Plan was adopted by the Council in mid-2005. However, due to the downturn in the economy, the larger plat known as Harpers Woods was never finally platted. Planning and Community Development Director Schafer stated this final plat consists of subdividing approximately 4.5 acres into a subdivision with a total of 12 dwelling units and one outlot. The application proposes single-family homes with park dedication being required as part of the platting. Moved by Councilmember Swanson, seconded by Councilmember Hovland, that Resolution No. 15-069, “Granting Final Plat Approval to Subdivide 4.51 Acres into 12 Single Family Lots and One Outlot to be known as Willowfield Addition at 12651 Harpers Street NE. (Case File No. 15-0008/SLK),” be approved. Motion adopted unanimously. City of Blaine Page 9 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 12. ADMINISTRATION - continued 12.-1 RES 15-070 ACCEPT BID FROM VALLEY PAVING, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $700,991.36 FOR THE PARTIAL RECONSTRUCTION OF JEFFERSON STREET FROM 125TH AVENUE TO THE NORTHERN CITY LIMITS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 13-18 City Engineer Keely presented the five bids received, ranging from $700,991.36 to $1,010,976.13 for Project No. 13-18. City Engineer Keely recommended award to the low bid, Valley Paving, Inc. in the amount of $700,991.36 and a 10% contingency to bring the total project budget to $771,090.00. She stated that the City has had experience working with this contractor and the project will be funded by Municipal State Aid dollars, Utility Fund dollars, and special assessments. This is part of the City’s Pavement Management Program. Councilmember King asked City Engineer Keely to clarify the work being done on the sidewalk. Councilmember Bourke asked if there was going to be a wider road. City Engineer Keely replied that the road will not be made wider. Moved by Councilmember Herbst, seconded by Councilmember Clark, that Resolution 15--070, Accept Bid from Valley Paving, Inc. in the Amount of $700,991.36 for the Partial Reconstruction of Jefferson Street from 125th Avenue to the Northern City Limits, Improvement Project No. 13-18,” be approved. Motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 12.-2 RES 15-071 APPROVE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR THE 2015 SEAL COAT OF 85TH AVENUE/SANBURNOL DRIVE FROM UNIVERSITY SERVICE ROAD TO ABLE STREET IN THE CITIES OF BLAINE AND SPRING LAKE PARK, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 15-02 City Engineer Keely stated 85th Avenue/Sanburnol Drive is in need of a seal coat as part of its routine maintenance. As this street lies within the corporate boundaries of both the City of Spring Lake Park and the City of Blaine, staff has been working on a Joint Powers Agreement to lay out the framework for an agreement to seal coat 85th Avenue/Sanburnol Drive in 2015 from University Service Drive to Able Street. Moved by Councilmember Swanson, seconded by Councilmember Hovland, that Resolution 15-071, Approve Joint Powers Agreement for the 2015 Seal City of Blaine Page 10 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 Coat of 85th Avenue/Sanburnol Drive from University Service Road to Able Street in the Cities of Blaine and Spring Lake Park, Improvement Project No. 15-02,” be approved. Motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 12.-3 RES 15-072 ACCEPT BID FROM PEARSON BROS., INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $411,069.14 FOR THE 2015 SEAL COAT PROGRAM, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 15-02 City Engineer Keely presented the two bids received and recommended award to Pearson Bros., Inc. in the amount of $411,069.14 and a 10% contingency to bring the total project budget to $452,176.00. The funding source is the City’s General Fund. Councilmember Herbst stated the program will give roads longevity and it is investing in the City’s infrastructure. He asked if the City normally gets an engineer’s estimate. City Engineer Keely stated it was $468,200. Councilmember Herbst stated that it came in under the estimate. City Engineer Keely showed the Council the cover sheet from the construction plans. Councilmember Herbst asked if we are still behind on seal coating. City Engineer Keely stated the City is still behind but this is a good step towards catching up. Councilmember Herbst asked if new development areas will be seal coated. City Engineer Keely answered yes with future sealcoat projects. Councilmember Hovland asked about incomplete project on Able Street from last year. City Engineer Keely stated that it will be started shortly as the temperature warms up. Councilmember Bourke asked what the budget was and if it would make sense to complete additional seal coating projects as long as this project came in under budget. City Engineer Keely replied that this year’s budget is $500,000. City Manager Arneson stated there will be additional project engineering and inspection costs. If there are monies left, it will be brought as a change order for Council approval. Moved by Councilmember Herbst, seconded by Councilmember Mayor Ryan, that Resolution 15-072, Accept Bid from Pearson Bros., Inc. in the Amount of City of Blaine Page 11 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 $411,069.14 for the 2015 Seal Coat Program, Improvement Project No. 15-02,” be approved. Motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland 12.-4 RES 15-073 ACCEPT BID FROM WARNING LITES OF MINNESOTA, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $44,029.84 FOR THE 2015 PAVEMENT MARKINGS, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 15-03 City Engineer Keely presented the three lowest bids received ranging from $44,029.84 to $52,875.94 and recommended award to Warning Lites of Minnesota, Inc. in the amount of $44,029.84 and a 9% contingency to bring the total project budget to $48,000.00. She stated that the City has worked with them in the past. Mayor Ryan asked about striping bike routes. City Manager Arneson stated that as a general rule, the City would rather not stripe bikeways. Moved by Councilmember Swanson, seconded by Mayor Ryan, that Resolution 15-073, “Accept Bid from Warning Lites of Minnesota, Inc. in the Amount of $44,029.84 for the 2015 Pavement Markings, Improvement Project No. 15-03,” be approved. Motion adopted unanimously. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland RES 15-074 PRELIMINARY APPROVAL TO ISSUE HOUSING FACILITY REVENUE BONDS RELATING TO CREST VIEW SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT This item was considered following the Consent Agenda. 13. OTHER BUSINESS Councilmember Hovland asked about the City’s garbage hauling contract. City Manager Arneson stated that he has started working on the RFP and it will be in the June 10th workshop meeting packet. Councilmember Hovland asked how the City stands regarding the cost of services with the City’s current hauler because of lower fuel costs. Finance Manager Huss stated there are fuel escalating and deescalating clauses built into the contract. As fuel costs go down, the City receives a better price. He indicated the savings over the last seven years was significant and would approach six figures. Councilmember Hovland stated he was asking the question so there is an awareness of the issue when they discuss the RFP. City of Blaine Page 12 City Council Minutes - Final April 16, 2015 Discussed. 14. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councilmember Herbst, seconded by Councilmember Bourke, to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m. Aye: 7 - Mayor Ryan, Councilmember Swanson, Councilmember Bourke, Councilmember Herbst, Councilmember Clark, Councilmember King and Councilmember Hovland City of Blaine Page 13