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October 28, 2014 Special Order of Business 1. Presentation from Cor Wilson, Executive Director of NSCC Cor Wilson, Executive Director ofNSCC, was pleased to announce that the cable franchise has been extended for two years. She stated the franchise was supposed to expire in November of 2014. She reviewed the formal and infornial negotiation processes that have taken place. She indicated Comcast was now proposing to merge with Time Warner, which required FCC approval. She explained that the extension and merger would require the Council to consider a transfer from Comcast to Gread and Connections. It was noted the INET network would remain in place. She reported that Comcast would be refunding subscribers for a rate overcharge. She commented the Cable Commission recommended the City Council support the franchise renewal and company transfer. Councilmember Bauman explained the Cable Commission was moving forward and closely reviewing its finances. She applauded Ms. Wilson for her efforts on the franchise renewal without support from the City of Shoreview. Ms. Wilson explained that several staffing positions would be lost going forward due to potential future funding levels. She stated that her organization would also be more closely evaluating their role for the nine member cities. Councilmember Jacobsen asked if there would be any changes to the Cable Commission over the next two years. Ms. Wilson discussed the changes, noting it would lose a portion of its funding, as Shoreview was no longer a member City. In addition, the organization would be purchasing equipment to allow for programming in HD. Councilmember Burg questioned if Shoreview's INET connection would be lost. Ms. Wilson explained the INET connection was currently made through Shoreview's City Hall and she understood that this system would remain in place. She reported that she was unaware of the negotiations taking place between the City of Shoreview and Comcast. Mayor Jacobsen thanked Ms. Wilson for her thorough presentation. Consent Agenda 1. Consolidated Vouchers 146925 through 147082 for a grand total of $1,277,738.45. Report No. 14 -260. 2. Consideration of Final Payments to Columbia Heights for City Project 13 -7, Stinson Boulevard Concrete Repairs & Overlay Project. Report No. 14 -261. 3. Approval of the GIS Joint Powers Agreement with the Ramsey County GIS User Group. Report No. 14- 262. 4. Consideration of a special use permit for T- Mobile Central LLC, allowing installation of additional cellular antenna at 348/350 1st ST SW. Report No. 14- 263. 5. Authorize the Installation of "Shared Use Trail" signs along the west side of Old Highway 8 NW from I -694 to Park Drive. Report No. 14-264. 6. Consideration of Amendment Number 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for Final Design Services for County Road F /10' Street NW Project ReportNo. 14 -265. Resolution 14 -086. Motion by Councilmember Burg, seconded by Councilmember Jacobsen to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried Page 2 of 4 Special Order of Business 1. Presentation from Cor Wilson, Executive Director ofNSCC Consent Agenda 1. Consolidated Vouchers 146925 through 147082. ReportNo.14 -260. 2. Final Pay to Col. Hgts. Project 13 -7. Report No. 14 -261. 3. GIS JPA w /Ramsey Co. GIS User Group. Report No. 14- 262. 4. SUP T- Mobile installation of antenna at 348/350 15` ST SW. Report No. 14 -263. 5. Installation of "Shared Use Trail" signs along W side ofOld Hwy 8 NW from I -094 to ParkDr. ReportNo.14 -264. 6. Amnd #1 Prof. Services Agee. for Final Design SrvcsforCRF /10" StNW Proj. ReportNo.14 -265. Resolution 14-086.