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Y. On the recommendation of the Helena Town Board and the Planning Advisory Commission,Commissioner Hennen moved, seconded by Commissioner Wagner to approve the request for ConservationEasements, Rezoning, Preliminary Plat and Final Plat of Country Knoll Estates, Jon Hendricks, applicant,consisting of 3 lots and 1 outlot on 72.87 acres in Section 25 of Helena Township. These actions are inaccordance with Chapters 31 and 70 of the Scott County Zoning Ordinance No. 3 and Chapters 4 and 5 of theScott County Subdivision Ordinance No. 7. Motion carried unanimously.Z. On the recommendation of the Cedar Lake Town Board and the Planning Advisory Commission,Commissioner Hennen moved, seconded by Commissioner Wagner to approve the request for PreliminaryPlat and Final Plat of Boulder Ridge Estates Third Addition, Patricia Ferrin, applicant, consisting of 1 lot and 1outlot on 50.32 acres in Section 27 of Cedar Lake Township. These actions are in accordance with Chapter 41of the Scott County Zoning Ordinance No. 3 and Chapters 4 and 5 of the Scott County Subdivision OrdinanceNo. 7. Motion carried unanimously.AA. Commissioner Hennen moved, seconded by Commissioner Wagner to authorize the addition of onefull-time equivalent position funded from the Transportation Improvement Plan. Motion carried unanimously.(7) Sustain the County’s Excellent Financial Health and Economic Profile:Community Development Director Michael Sobota and Principal Accountant Al Ceplecha answeredquestions regarding Scott County’s philosophy on setting of fees. Mr. Sobota noted that fees related tobuilding permits increased significantly in order to be more consistent with State recommendations. Mr.Ceplecha added that fees that are mandated by the State, especially in the area of Health and HumanServices, are included in the Scott County Fee Schedule as a courtesy to the public. Commissioner Ulrichrequested that the setting of fees and how Scott County’s fees compare with those of other counties bediscussed at a future Board workshop.Commissioner Ulrich moved, seconded by Commissioner Wolf to approve the Comprehensive CountyFee Schedule for 2011. Motion carried unanimously.(8) Create Safe, Healthy, and Livable Communities:Parks Program Manager Mark Themig provided background information to support the request forapproval of the Union Pacific Rail Line Regional Trail Master Plan. Mr. Themig noted that this plan is for 5.3miles of railroad between Merriam Junction in Scott County and the United Sugars processing plant in Chaska.Mr. Themig stated that the Scott Regional Rail Authority Board authorized a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) inJanuary of 2008 between Scott Regional Rail Authority Board, Carver Regional Rail Authority, the MetropolitanCouncil and the cities of Carver and Chaska to discuss reuse opportunities, identify issues with the corridor,and develop a negotiating position of acquisition of the corridor. Mr. Themig added that the JPA recognizedpreservation of the corridor as important for potential future transportation needs, utilities, and for use as aregional trail. Mr. Themig noted that this trail would provide a significant connection between Scott and CarverCounties. Mr. Themig reviewed the acquisition cost, funding sources, and development plans. Mr. Themigstated that currently there is no estimated development timeline as staff would like to complete the purchase ofthe property before the development timeline is created.Commissioner Hennen moved, seconded by Commissioner Ulrich to approve the Union Pacific Rail LineRegional Trail Master Plan and authorize submitting the Plan to the Metropolitan Council for approval with aRegional Park Acquisition Opportunity Grant funding request. Motion carried unanimously.(9) Provide a Supportive Organization Culture Which Enhances the County Mission:A. Employee Relations Director Jack Kemme requested adoption of Resolution No. 2010-154 which wouldestablish the 2011 Non-Bargaining Compensation Plan and Merit Increase Matrices effective January 1, 2011.Mr. Kemme stated that due to the ongoing fiscal issues and the impacted County budget, staff is
ecommending a 0.0% general increase effective January 1, 2011, and that the 2011 Merit Increase Matricesbe amended to 0.0% base adjustments and 0.0% lump sums on all tiers.Commissioner Wolf moved, seconded by Commissioner Ulrich to adopt Resolution No. 2010-154;Establishing the 2011 Non-Bargaining Compensation Plan and Merit Increase Matrices and RescindingResolution No. 2009-172. A copy of the Resolution is made a part of this record by reference and is availablein the office of the County Administrator. Motion carried unanimously.B. Mr. Kemme requested adoption of Resolution No. 2010-153 establishing the Annual Salary Rate for theBoard of Commissioners and elected positions of County Attorney and County Sheriff for 2011. Mr. Kemmestated that in setting the salaries for the County’s elected officials the Board takes into consideration suchthings as the duties and responsibilities of the position; the experience, qualifications, and performance of theoffice holders; the salaries paid to similar positions within adjacent counties; the cost of living and salaryadjustments provide to County staff; and input received from other public officials. Mr. Kemme noted that theBoard of Commissioners increased its salary 1.0% in 2010, has reviewed compensation for these electedpositions within the seven-county metropolitan area, and has determined that a salary increase of 0.0% overcurrent 2010 salaries is warranted due to the continuing economic crisis.Mr. Kemme referenced a letter dated December 7, 2010, from County Attorney Patrick Ciliberto to theBoard of Commissioners in which Mr. Ciliberto stated his concern regarding the salary setting relative to themarket for his position and for that of his three direct reports who are supervising attorneys. Mr. Ciliberto notedin his letter that the salaries for these positions were considerably lower than the average in the suburbanmetro counties and requested that the salaries be adjusted upward to the average. Mr. Kemme presented acomparison of salaries for Scott County elected officials, senior leadership, and deputy level positions withthose positions in other suburban metro counties. The comparison depicted that the Scott County positionsare compensated at a rate consistently below the market rate.The Commissioners stated that Mr. Ciliberto’s letter had been seriously and thoughtfully considered andthat the job done by the County Attorney’s office and Sheriff’s office is greatly appreciated. However, citingreasons such as the current economic conditions and the previous vote regarding compensation for nonbargainingemployees, the Commissioners stated that salary increases are not possible at this time.Commissioner Wolf moved, seconded by Commissioner Ulrich to adopt Resolution No. 2010-153; Settingthe Annual Salary Rate for the Board of Commissioners and the Elected Positions of County Attorney andCounty Sheriff for 2011 and Rescinding Resolution No. 2009-206. A copy of the Resolution is made a part ofthis record by reference and is available in the office of the County Administrator. Motion carried unanimously.(10) Committee Reports and Commissioner Updates:A. All the Commissioners attended the joint meeting with the Three Rivers Park District Board onDecember 16.B. Commissioners Hennen and Marschall attended the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District Board ofDirectors meeting on December 15.C. Commissioners Hennen and Ulrich attended the Families and Individuals Sharing Hope (FISH) meetingon December 16.D. Commissioner Hennen attended the New Options Christmas party on December 17.E. Commissioners Marschall and Ulrich conducted the Chair/Vice Chair meeting on December 15.F. Commissioner Ulrich attended the Metropolitan Council Transportation Advisory Board meeting onDecember 15.G. Commissioners Ulrich and Wolf met with the Savage Mayor and City Administrator on December 16.H. Commissioner Ulrich attended the FISH Executive Team meeting on December 16.I. Commissioner Ulrich attended the Health and Human Services holiday party on December 16.J. Commissioner Wolf attended the Dakota-Scott Workforce Investment Board meeting on December 17.K. Commissioner Marschall attended the AFSCME Labor Management Committee meeting on December16.
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