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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/14/1972 Council Minutesmight have to make before purchase. The cost to Centerville for policing is $3.50 per capita which population figure is 534; total cost per year equals $1869. Mr. Marier felt this hardly pays more than the cost of hiring the extra patrolman at $125 per month. Mr. Myhre stated that we did not hire an extra patrolman just for Centerville, but had long planned to put one on anyway. Mr. Jaworski moved to accept the contract as proposed for policing Centerville for the period of February 1st to December 31st, 1972 with payment to be made by August 1st. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Motion carried unanimously. The matter of plastic pipe for plumbing was discussed. The Clerk was instructed to obtain copies of the new State code. The matter was laid over for the next meeting. Al Dupre reported on information received at the workshop for building inspect - ors which he had attended in January. The new State Building Code is based on the Uniform Building Code which the Village had examined a couple of years ago. Prefab, mobile and modular homes must be allowed if they have a State seal on them. These can be located anyplace which has residential zoning. There are still questions on the zoning of parcels split out of a farm. A double build- ing permit fee will be charged if construction is started without first getting a permit. There was discussion. Mr. Dupre stated that he had heard that the minimum area for a house will be 500 sq. ft. A Minneapolis inspector had told him that this code would set Minneapolis back 50 years. Mr. Cardinal moved to approve the cigarette license applications from the following: Ruth Freeman, Baldwin Lake Motel, Luther LeVesseur, Henry Speiser, Edward Kruse, Stanley Thayer and Dave Fineholt. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Carried unanimously. The bills were audited. Mr. Myhre stated that 2 sets of snow tires had been purchased for the squad cars within a week or so. Mr. Jaworski moved to pay the bills as audited. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously. Mr. Jaworski moved to adjourn at 11:55 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried. Minutes approved at the meeting of February 14, 1972 r p Clerk -Tre surer 2/14/72 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Village Council held on February 14, 1972 was called to order at 8 p.m. by Mayor Bohjanen with all members present except Mr. Cardinal who was out of town on a work detail. Mr. Marier moved to approve the minutes of January 27th as corrected. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen took up the matter of Glenn Rehbein's February 2nd letter request- ing approval to go ahead with the sewer, water and street systmes for the Shenandoah plat. Mr. Bohjanen felt that this should go for study by the P&Z. Mr. Marier stated that Forrest Tagg had cancelled out of his hearing scheduled for 8:30 p.m. at the P&Z meeting on Feb. 16th, so there was an opening for this matter. Mrs. Swanson felt this matter should have gone to the P&Z first; Mr. Bohjanen said that he liked to have such matters go before the Council first. There was considerable discussion on this. Mr. Rehbein stated that he was only asking for approval to go ahead with the plans, then when he gets the report and plans he would go to the P&Z after getting approval from the Metro Sewer Board. Mr. Marier thought that the P&Z should know Mr. Rehbein's intent and should review his plans first, then it goeGto the Council.. Mr. Bohjanen felt he should bring the preliminary plans to the P&Z. 174 2/14/72 Mr. Gotwald stated that Glenn had done right according to the ordinances, and that the overal layout had been included with the preliminary plat approved by the P&Z. Portions of Ordinance #22 were read. Mr. Marier felt Glenn should submit plans bringing the sewer up to date; there was no continuity to the plans and he had seen no plans. Glenn stated that he had submitted preliminary plans and wanted authorization to go ahead with final plans. Mr. Gotwald stat- ed that he should get the final plans done and then submit them to all. Mr. Jaworski questioned what would be gained by sending the plans back to the P&Z. Mr. Marier stated that the P&Z should know what his intent is; when he came to the P&Z before he said he would like to do the sewer himself; the P&Z feels left out of these matters. Glenn stated that he would be out of town on the date of the next Council meet- ing and asked to present his plans now and go to the P&Z on Wednesday. If the P&Z wants changes he has to go with them; he would like to let bids and get going. This met with approval. Mrs. Swanson asked if the minutes showed that we okayed his plans; Mr. Gotwald stated yes, with the preliminary plat. Glenn stated that he will work with Carley Engineering and pay for all plans. He will let bids on the well. There would be no bonds or indebtedness for the Village. He wants building permits on the inner streets, so he will put up the bond for the streets. He will put the sewer on one side of Ware Road as he wants no trouble with neighbors on this. He will turn over the system for $1. Mr. Bohjanen asked if his plans would fit in with the Village plans. Mr. Got - weld stated this is why he told Glenn to do it this way, so the system would fit in. Mr. Locher noted that Glenn may want to size the system larger to serve other users in the area. Glenn stated that he will put in a pump to serve 200 homes; he has options on adjacent properties. Mrs. Swanson asked Glenn why he picked on the Village Engineer; Glenn stated that he had worked with him before and that it would be cheaper for him this way than to pay one engineer to draft the plans and then have to reimburse the Village for the time Carley spends in checking out the plans. Mrs. Swanson thought that since Carley is hired by the Village and Glenn is private, this wouldn't jive together - -it's just that he didn't want to pay two fees for the engineer. Glenn agreed that he is trying to keep costs down. Mr. Gotwald stated that an individual can hire anybody. It would be different if Carley were the full time Village Engineers; however, they would still have to okay all of his plans. It is in the ordinances that if they approve the plan the Village gets 10% of the construction costs, and the developer is stuck for the engineering costs. Mrs. Swanson felt the big question is whose welfare is the Engineer looking at. Mr. Gotwald stated that was why they were going by the ordinances; also, they certainly would much rather do the Village's whole system than one for 40 acres. Glenn stated the he had brought plans for street lights and wondered if the Council would wish to put them in before the streets were done. Mr. Bohjanen felt this should go before the P&Z. Crystal Ahiman stated that when she talk- ed on a trailer court she was told it would be conflicting interest if Carley did the sewer plans; she didn't feel it was right for Glenn to use our Engineer, Mr. Marier asked Glenn if he would own the water system; Glenn stated no, that he would turn it over for $1. Mr. Marier asked how he would handle the sewer laterals; Glenn said just like the other contractors, he would turn them over. Mr. Marier asked if he would let bids on the sewer; Glenn said no, he will do them himselt, the same as he did in White Bear. Mr. Marier asked if he had any estimated cost on this and asked him to bring this to the P&Z. Mr. Locher stated that we require a surety bond for the roads; Glenn wouldn't 2/14/72 175, need one for the sewer because he is putting it in before the homes are built. Mrs. Swanson asked who checks the sewer system; Mr. Gotwald stated that they do or the sewer maintenance man does, and the MSB does. Mrs. Swanson stated that with Glenn as a private developer she was concerned for the people if something went wrong. Mr. Locher noted he would have lien waivers on the sewer. Glenn stated that the Engineer is bonded if something goes wrong. Mr. Locher read Section 8 of Ord. #22 pertaining to the Village instructing the Engineer to prepare plans for a system which is to go public. He said it is common for a developer to put in his own systems and pay for them, since bond- ing doubles the costs over the bonding time. Mr. Gotwald noted that he works under Village supervision. Crystal commented that it was cheaper to have everybody have the Village Engineer - -this should be for everybody. Glenn noted that his intent in the letter was in error - -he therefore asked to have the Engineer be authorized to do the plans; he will pay for this and will put up the 10% cost of construction. Mr. Gotwald noted that the total engineer- ing costs run from 10 % -15% of the total construction costs; if we estimate using the latest costs, the 10% will pretty much cover it; Glenn should put up the 10% before going ahead with the plans. There was more discussion on whether it should go before the P&Z now. Mr. Jaworski asked who drew up the plans for Chomonix; Mr. Gotwald said Carley did. However, for a trd.ler park the system remains private like the roads. Mr. Marier moved to send Glenn Rehbein's request to the P&Z on Wednesday the 16th. Seconded by Mrs. Swanson. Carried unanimously. Ron Agnes asked questions concerning a parcel of land on Elm St. which he is considering buying. It has a 23' strip on Elm; Mr. Agnes wondered when the sewer comes through if he will have to pay only for the 23' strip or the whole piece. The school owns surrounding land on the North and East. Mrs. Swanson asked if this would be the only house on the piece; Mr. Agnes stated he would be the only builder as there wasn't room for a 60' driveway for a plat, and he wants to get away from other people. Mr. Bohjanen felt this would be a private driveway. Mr. Gotwald felt we could issue a permit since the piece fronts on a street, but he thought he should show the P&Z where the building will go on the property. Mr. Bohjanen asked Mr. Agnes if he would be willing to say on the permit there would be no other houses on the property; he agreed. Mr. Gotwald suggested that the permit state there would be no maintenance by the Village. Mr. Agnes asked again about assessments. Mr. Gotwald stated that he would be assessed according to a formula; that the piece would either be treat- ed as a building lot or perhaps as acreage. Mr. Bohjanen stated that we can issue a building permit if it shows the exact location of the house on the property and it states that there will be no Village maintenance on the drive- way. We only want clarification now; it doesn't have to go to the P&Z. Mrs. Swanson wondered if we couldn't put a more binding clause on the permit. Mr. Agnes stated again that he wants it only for himself. The Clerk reported that the NSP representative had stated that there was already a street light at Linda and Hodgson and wondered if we didn't want one instead at Linda & Laurene. He was holding the work order for the one at Vicky & Lake until we decide on this. It was felt that this had been requested before. It was agreed to put a light at Linda and Laurene instead; no action was needed since the light itself was previously approved. The Clerk reported receipt of the affidavit of publication of Ord. #25B. A letter from the County Assessor set the date of the Board of Review meeting as May 9th at 8 p.m. No one objected to this date. Mr. Locher had sent a copy of the State's sign bill; copies had been made for Council and P&Z members. A letter from the PCA stated that tests had been made of the water from the priva- 7 6 2/14/72 to well in Chomonix and that the water was okay; it stated that this temporary well should be replaced by the permanent well no later than August 1, 1972. A letter from the Conservation Dept. stated that they were not appointing any State Township Fire Wardens in the populated areas at the present time; they requested copies of our burning ordinances - -these will be sent. The Clerk stated that the GOP had requested use of the Hall for their city convention on February 29th; there were no objections. Notices had been re- ceived on the Forest Lake Township incorporation and Forest Lake annexation. A letter from the Insurance Services Office of Minnesota stated that the Village's fire classification of Class 10 would remain in effect due to the wording of the fire contracts. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he was working on that with the fire chiefs, and that with the mutual aid agreement we would hope to get in Class 9; both chiefs would be sending letters. A letter was received from Columbus Township asking the Council to meet with them concerning the contract on the grader and operator. Mr. Bohjanen turned the matter over to Mr. Jaworski to set a meeting with Columbus; Mr. Bohjanen will attend also. A report was received on the allocation of federal monies for MSB projects; the Clerk will make copies. The Clerk stated that Mr. Backlin and Mr. Gunderson had chosen a storage cabi- net from the Superior Products catalog; our cost would be $51.00. Mr. Marier moved to authorize the purchase of the cabinet. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mrs. Sarner, Assessor, had written a note stating that her calculator was mal- functioning again; she had O tained prices on several machine and favored one which she was using as a demonstrator, a Singer - Friden non - printing electronic calculator for $385.00 Mr. Bohjanen stated that he had gotten more prices; he gave this material to Mrs. Swanson and asked her to look into the matter and report at the next meeting. Mr. Marier felt we should check into the cost of repairing the old one for next time. Three letters received from the Engineers were held for Mr. Gotwald's report. Materials on various workshops had been received. Mrs. Swanson recommended that the Clerk attend a financial seminar in June which might be beneficial. Mr. Jaworski reported that Roy Backlin had suggested purchasing quick couplers for the flooding hoses since the old couplers leak and freeze up as well as make holes in the ice when they won't shut off. Mr. Jaworski moved to pur- chase 6 sets of quick couplers at the cost of $10.50 per set. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Carried unanimously. Mr. Jaworski reported that they were getting two doors for the warming house; he is keeping track of these park items be- cause he is down there every day. Mr. Jaworski noted, concerning Roads, we should look into getting a new sander. We paid $200 for the old one years ago; he thought we should get the spin -type which will save on the cost of sand; he can get bids. Mr. Jaworski also thought we should consider getting a new truck; he will let us know what needs to be done to the old one. Mr. Marier felt we should get. bids and suggested paying off the present loan first; the Clerk noted that there was only one pay- ment to go. Mr. Jaworski felt that the specs should be changed before bids are let, for instance specifying a double -faced clutch. Mr. Jaworski said he understood that some of the Council members had requested keys for the Clerk's office and wondered why they wanted them. Mr. Marier stated that he requested one because sometimes after meetings he wanted to get 2/14/72 into the office to use the copy machine; he didn't know why the request should be questioned. Mr. Jaworski felt it wasn't necessary and that he himself doesn't need or want one; also, the door might be left open accidently. Mrs. Swanson stated that she would like one because at night when the phone rings she can't get in to answer it. She noted that one could push in the folding window if they wanted to. Mr. Bohjanen asked what was so touchy about this. Mr. Jaworski thought that the Assessor's books were out on her table. Mr. Bohjanen stated that the Clerk had said most things could be locked up. Mrs. Gould commented that if one member has a key all should have one; we should trust all the officials we elect. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he had a key; Mr. Jaworski agreed that it was handy for the Mayor to sign checks. Mr. Bohjanen stated that if the other members want a key there is no reason why they can't have one. Mrs. Swanson asked how often the police chief is here in the evening. Mr. Jaworski thought he was in every evening. Mrs. Swanson thought the police chief could check the office doors to make sure no one left them open. Mr. Marier noted that for the coming P&Z meeting they would like to mane the Forrest Tagg hearing to March 15th per Mr. Tagg's request; they would tak up Glenn Rehbein at that time. Mr. Marier recommended sending a letter to the people who have signs on their property along freeways concerning the State's new laws; there will be a lot of controversy on this. He stated that spot zoning wasout; they require a 800' setback for industrial firms; the only signs will be on industrial and commer- cial lands. Mr. Marier stated that the P&Z wanted an answer back on Robert Wilson's build- ing permit; the Clerk stated that there was no building permit. Mr. Jaworski stated that Wilson uses the address on the mail box, that Mary had found his brother, but he won't tell Wilson's address. Mr. Locher stated that we can't get the address; however, he had talked with Mr. Astrup of the County Health Dept. who will also check on this property. Mr. Bohjanen noted that we need a 24 -hour stake -out to catch him. Crystal Ahlman stated that she had Wilson's phone number, having talked to him on several occasions on business. Mr. Locher thought we may be able to trace his address through the phone number. Mrs. Swanson explained to Crystal that we just wanted to talk to the man. Mr. Marier stated that S. Wilson who owns the riding stable on Birch St. is advertising snowmobile trails and camping sites; they rent to anybody. He gave the phone number to the Clerk, and stated that we should send him a letter to appear before the Council, indicating that they are in violation of their zoning. Mr. Marier moved to send such a letter to have them come to the next meeting at 8 :15 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen asked Mr. Locher if he had gotten any calls back on the Wilson people's horses being out. Mr. Locher stated that warrants were out; he did- n't know how Sandra Dobryanow had pled, but she had indicated that she would plead not guilty. Andy had held 5 horses to be released if she paid the costs. Other people would have to go after her for damages. Mr. Locher had called Dave O'Connor her attorney, and asked if he wouldn't try to get through to her since she is not capable of handling the horses. Miss Dobryanow had indi- cated that the corral had been opened by someone and there were large man's tracks near the corral. Mr. Locher wondered if she had a persecution complex. He had told her he could understand the horses getting out once or twice, but it has been something like 15 times. Other people had complained that the horses had been in a haystack, a corn field and an alfalfa field. He didn't know the status of the ticket. ssdsucaseddtaPocebs de eek; they had discueprhorersndvuhrs to be used by the Viliageas well as 177 178 2/14/72 gasoline use procedure. Mrs. Swanson moved that a system of accountability for all purchases, even for 1 nail, be adopted immediately, that accountable forms be used with accountable numbering. Mr. Jaworski asked if this was a recommendation from the Personnel Commission; Mrs. Swanson said yes. Mr. Bohjanen asked if she had forms for vouchers; she did and passed around copies of several forms from various communities. Mr. Bohjanen felt that we need a voucher form for attaching to a check and the bill so the amount can't be off. Mr. Jaworski asked how we could adopt this system immediately if we don't have the exact forms now that we are going to use. Mrs. Gould asked what difference it made what forms we use as long as we keep track of the funds; we will need a different system of accountability as we grow. Mr. Bohjanen stated that all Council members would sign the voucher when they approve the checks. After discussion, Mrs. Swanson changed the motion to read that it would go into effect within a reasonable length of time. She mentioned that since the Clerk is working from 6 to 8 hours a day she has time to do the extra work this will entail. Mr. Marier asked if this would come back after study; Mrs. Swanson said yes. Mr. Marier seconded the motion; it carried unanimously. Mrs. Swanson moved to sanction adding to the responsibility of the Personnel Commission acting as an administrative committee of advisory capacity, as is outlined in the State handbook. She wished the Clerk to sit in on some of the meetings to answer questions. What the Personnel Commission wants is an okay to consider administrative duties. They will work with the Clerk. Mrs. Swanson said that as the Personnel Commission is tied in as a subdivision, that the administrative becomes a subcommittee of the Personnel Commission as an extra function of the Personnel Commission; this to be advisory only. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Carried unanimously. Mrs. Swanson gave a brief report on the transit plans which were discussed at the last Anoka County Assn of Municipalities meeting. They have no plans for our area. Mrs. Swanson had no report on the Environmental Commission. Mr. Bohjanen stated they would probably meet on the 24th at 7 :30 p.m. Mrs. Swanson stated that she had been here for the C&BDC meeting but no one had showed up. Mr. Bohjanen stated that things had been mixed up at the end of the year with the change in chairmen; the schedule will be up to the new chairman. Mr. Gotwald's letter dated Feb. 3rd on the possibility of hooking up to the Shoreview sewer was read, listing three possibilities: 1) construct approxi- mately 300 feet of private connection; 2) request Shoreview to extend their lateral sewer to STH 49 and provide a connection point opposite the area to be served; 3) construct a section of Village sewer properly sized for future use with a temporary connection to Shoreview. He recommended that a letter be sent to the Village of Shoreview requesting information on possible sewer ser- vice, method of service and costs; he could then estimate the total cost. Mr. Gotwald felt that unless we know there will be a connection to the inter- ceptor we should send a letter to them to see which method they prefer. Mr. Bohjanen asked what sewer area this was in; Mr. Gotwald thought it might be District 2. Mr. Bohjanen noted that they won't let us do anything otherwise. He mentioned that there will be a NSSSB meeting on Feb. 24th at Fridley at 7:30 p.m.; that Area 2 interceptor lines are to be discussed, and he felt we should get the bulk of the meeting before we send a letter to see what the feeling is in the communities. Mr. Gotwald noted that this will take time- - a month or so before we get an answer from Shoreview; he felt we should in- quire, the final decision may come in 2 months. Mr. Bohjanen felt we should 2/14/72 be assured we have no loss of revenues. Mr. Gotwald said to ask if they will work with us. Mr. Jaworski thought they may not have the capacity; Mr. Got - wald said they will have temporary capacity, but they will want us to Fay our share, which may be about $3000. Mr. Bohjanen asked if this will take away from our feasibility; Mr. Gotwald said yes, if we charge them for this; in the letter if we do it right and size it for all the area to be served, we would charge or assess for this. After more discussion the Clerk was instructed to write to Shoreview requesting their view on this. Donald Carley's letter dated Feb. 4th regarding the MSB 1972 billing was read. Mr. Bohjanen asked how much of the interceptor is engineered; Mr. Gotwald stated that no money has been spent by the MSB. Cost is based on their report. No money has been spent on the interceptor, only on the comprehensive overall plan. No money has been spent for engineering. Some $33 million has been authorized to spend for bonds and letting bids. The first money will be spent after selling bonds. Lino Lakes is only mentioned in the 5 -year plan since the book was done before our interceptor was approved. He read figures shown on the graph from the plan. Mr. Bohjanen asked if the rest of the communities are appealing the MSB bill at this time; Mr. Gotwald stated that some are, but not most. Those appealing feel that the formula is not correct. Mr. Bohjanen asked if they are going to change the formula; Mr. Gotwald said no, but they will make adjustments. Mr. Gotwald felt that the gallonage used was reasonable if we had the projected connections, but since we might only have 45 connections by the end of the year the flow is impossible as computed. He noted that we have a flow now from 8 homes since Jandric is pumping the sewage and dumping it into a Metro sewer. Mr. Gotwald commented on the treatment works cost of which we share a portion; this is sized to last through 1981, then there will be another expansion. There is also capacity built into the lines from Lino down to the treatment plant - -we must pay for our share. Mr. Marier asked if Jandric didn't have to make his own contract to dump sewage; Mr. Gotwald said yes. Mr. Marier stated that this was done on his own. Mr. Gotwald stated that he did it on his own because it is not our responsibility until we accept the sewer lines. Then we will come up with a quarterly charge to the homes which the users will be paying. We can't have Village pumping until we take over; actually, Mary Reh- bein is pumping. Mr. Bohjanen asked if this is not a Village concern, how can he dump into Metro and cause us to have flowage. Mr. Gotwald stated that tia bill was worked out before the pumping. Centerville can have no flowage; 6 other communities have no flowage but are being billed. Some are appealing, but none have won yet; they are being deferred. Mr. Bohjanen stated he would like to get us deferred for some time. Mr. Marier said that Mr. Gotwald shouldn't say that Lino Lakes has flow. Mr. Bohjanen noted that MSB was surprised before to hear we didn't have flow. Mr. Gotwald said that in theory we have flow, but MSB doesn't know we don't, but we will have flow within 30 days or so as the lateral system is nearly complete. fs. Gotwald noted that an individual can get permission to dump into the Metro sys- tem- -this helps to flush the lines. He stated that when we take over the Jan - dric system we will have flow, but the basis of the bill is that they will be spending money in 1972 for the line. Mr. Marier said if the line doesn't get here in 1972 we will be charged. Mr. Bohjanen noted again the the NSSSB meeting on the 24th will have as the main topic the Lino Lakes interceptor; some members may go to court to hold back this line so they won't have to pay for their share of it. Mr. Gotwald 179 2/14/72 noted that they could care less about our interceptor, they have their lines. Their costs will go up; but we will pay for ours. The only reasons we are in this is due to the other villages; the MSB will back this. They would like to use the money to build part of the Anoka lines and we would have to pay for that. Mr. Gotwald noted that in light of the letters from the Anoka County Health Dept. concerning poor septic systems, it is in our best interest to get the line in since we will pay for it anyway. Mr. Bohjanen asked if it was wise to get a longer deferment. Mr. Gotwald said he had talked to MSB officials- -they will come out here to talk about this. Mr. Gotwald noted that in deferring the payment we will pay additional interest on all that is deferred. Crystal commented that Mr. Gotwald's points were well taken, that the sewer won't get cheaper; she noted developers all ask for sewer. It won't get cheaper, but maybe it is better to pay interest now since the taxes are high. Mr. Jaworski asked if we would be better off going for a metro benefit. Mr. Gotwald stated that we had budgeted $10,000 and included $50,000 in the bond issue to pay the MSB assessment; also, the users will pay hookup fees. The first section of the line will be used by all in the Village it is of some benefit to all and could be taxed to all. Mr. Gotwald stated that the engineering will be let in March and bonds sold in June and July; if the line gets into Baldwin Lake by fall, we will be lucky. Crystal asked about the Youth Center; Mr. Gotwald said, not this year, but within 4 to 5 years there will be a Village line going that way. The line to the Youth Center is the Village's responsibility since by definition a Metro Line is one which serves more than one village. But, since the Youth Center is a State agency, it qualifies for a PCA grant, we could get a 50% grant. Crystal asked if everybody could out into that line and was told yes. Mr. Gotwald thought perhaps the line going north from Centerville could be over- sized and run into Columbus, then it might become a Metro line. The timing is up to the Village. Crystal asked if we requested it, would the MSB okay it; Mr. Gotwald thought possibly yes. In the Lakeview area we would need a lift station to boost the sewage to the outlet by Centennial Schools. Mr. Gotwald stated if we need further clarification he will meet with MSB again. He had been told by Mr. Dougherty that if ,there is any resistance to our paying the bill they will make no effort to build the interceptor. Crystal said they are having a problem with the water in `twilight Acres; there was discussion on the depth of the wells. Mr. Gotwald's letter dated Feb. 4th on the Lino Lakes - Centerville interceptor was read. Mr. Bohjanen commented that if we appeal a portion of the bill, they try to scare us and won't do anything; this has been their attitude. He felt that we should try to continue to have the bill deferred and request a meeting here, so we get a hearing. Mr. Gotwald noted we have time to make an appeal and gave reasons for asking: we do not have flow at this time; we could delay this, but have commitments to various projects; we can delay payment until we see that they are taking definite action; the monies we collect from hookups will be put in a separate fund to be held until we see progress. Mr. Gotwald offered to talk to Mr. Gnerre. Mr. Marier asked if we didn't move before to proceed with the deferment; we can wait until we see how the council was going on a deferment basis; there is a form in the plan which we can use. Mr. Locher noted we can make an appeal anytime during the assessment year. Mr. Bohjanen stated that a letter has been sent to Mr. Gneere stating that we will appeal our bill. There was more discussion. Mr. Marier moved to authorize the Attorney to draft a letter to the Metro Sewer Board requesting a deferment of our assessment bill for the 2/14/72 reasons given by Mr. Gotwald. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Gotwald noted that District 2 costs are about the highest in the area. 18.1_ Mr. Marier read figures showing how the construction monies had been spent so far, noting that this is expensive. Mr. Gotwald noted that Lino Lakes had no comprehensive plan for sewers - -he had only worked out details for the NW corner of the Village to meet requirements for approval on the Jandric project. There was some discussion on assessments and procedures. The Clerk was asked to read the PCA's letter stating that a comprehensive sewer plan or some agreement was necessary if any future lateral plans were to be approved. Mr. Gotwald stated that our plan was not comprehensive, that we need all sub - trunks and laterals on the plan - -this is needed for sizing our pipes for each developer. Our overall plan only shows interceptors. Lino also needs a comprehensive land use plan. He noted that in Chomonix they are building an 18" sewer, but they only need a 8 ", a 12" water line on Birch St. will be used for whole area later. We will need a 15" line for Glenn for future plans.. Mr. Gotwald commented on the cost of drafting a comprehensive sewer plan, not- int that Carley had charged only a small portion of the cost on the original plan. He thought the amount of $3000 would cover the complete plan; they can hold the bill until next year so that we can go ahead now and budget for it next fall. Mr. Marier asked if we need a comprehensive land use plan first; Mr. Gotwald said yes. Crystal asked when we would discuss the zoning plan and if it was on this P&Z agenda. She was informed that it had been discussed once already and that it was not on the P&Z agenda; we will have to wait for the soils map and for Board discussions; there will be public hearings on it. Glenn asked if he couldn't go ahead with his sewer plan since the Village has no plan. Mr. Gotwald stated that the PEA will not approve it unless we have a comprehensive plan or an agreement that we are working on one. Since we did submit a plan we were working on, we got agreement to go ahead with the Jan - dric plans; but we must do extended work. Glenn asked if he could still think sewer or have to go with septic tanks. Mr. Gotwald noted that the person who pays for a septic system will be unhappy if he has to pay twice, but Glenn can't do the sewer until he gets approval. Mr. Marier said we must consider the timing, of the sewer doesn't get to where you want it, then go with the alternate. Crystal asked if ponding wasn't allowed; Mr. Gotwald said no treat- ment ponds. He gave past history on our request for such a pond in Chamonix. Mrs. Swanson noted that the Metro Council report said 11.7 miles were levied for sewer; she asked what this was based on. There was discussion. Mr. Locher reported that he had gone over the Centerville Fire Contract and it was ok. He stated he had talked with Ed Wasik regarding the new sign laws and the article in the paper. He will get copies of the new sign regulations when they are out; they would like to talk with us. The State is opposed to strip zoning; the Federal Govt. upset such zoning in Kansas. Grandfathered signs will be allowed to stand if they're on commercial lands. Mr. Locher stated that we should have a resolution to set Forrest Tagg's re- zoning hearing in the future. He noted that he has been attending P&Z meet- ings only at their request or if there were hearings scheduled. Mr. Bohjanen asked Mr. Locher, if possible, to let the Liaison know as well as the Chair- man if he will or will not attend. Mr. Locher was asked to attend this Wed- nesday's P&Z meeting. Mr. Locher reported that Leo Bruder was ordered to clean up by the 17th of this month. Mr. Astrup was instructed to inspect his place on the 18th, if it 82 2/14/72 is not cleaned up Mr. Bruder will have to serve 40 days in jail. He said nothing was done on the Safeway Movers case. Mr. Locher had gotten the sched- ule for the fire school- -the current session started in January; the next one is in the spring. He was checking on the police department as to qualifying for State aid per the letter received Jan. 31st, and will talk with Mr. Myhre. Mr. Locher thought we could set up a non- profit organization to administer the funds or a separate fund; he doesn't know yet if we qualify. He stated it would take some time to get the answers on the fees for the League question- naire which was sent to him. Mr. Bohjanen reported that the firstcpen town hall meeting would be on the first Monday in April; he would like to have some flyers made up and put out before the meeting. There will be general discussion; it would be for the whole Council and Board members as well as the public. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he had the information guide pretty well drafted except for a couple of committee chairmen. He plans to put out a map with the new fire dept. lines as an extra sheet in the guide. The Clerk read the police reports for Lino Lakes and Centerville for January. It was decided that it would be unnecessary to type the reports into the min- utes since members receive copies. Mr. Bohjanen asked how the hearing went on the gas. Mr. Locher stated that Judge Larson had called to say that the case would be sent back to District Court in Anoka; he had denied a request on the temporary restraining order. The tentative date for the new hearing is. March 10th, but it may be later - he will notify us of the exact date. The Assessor's wages was the next item on the agenda. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he had talked to Mrs. Sarner about the possibility of raising her wages in steps since the percentage of increase was so high. He had talked to the Attor- ney, and the increase request qualifies under the Wage and Price Board regula- tions. Mr. Locher stated that it was ok if it is geared to work load increases without a special hearing. She presently gets $200 per month. Mrs. Swanson asked if anyone had determined the number of hours she spends. Mr. Marier read from Mrs. Sarner's Feb. 9th letter, noting that her average time on each of the 1750 parcels of land to be assessed is about 1 hour. At the rate of $3 per hour, this would amount to $5250 per year; besides, she drives 3000 miles per year with no mileage compensation. In addition she is asked to compute figures by the Council on occasion. After discussion, Mr. Marier moved to give the Assessor a $50 per month raise. Seconded by Mrs. Swanson. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he feels paying for her training is some compensation. Mr. Marier said he tried to look objectively at this, that the increase in work load was not as earthshaking as it looked; we should take it in steps, that it is justifiable to give a 16 1/2% increase; he thought it was being fair. The vote was unanimously in favor. The Clerk was asked to keep Mrs. Sarner's letter on file for future reference. Hank Rosengren's off sale liquor license was next on the agenda, having been denied at the previous meeting for lack of clarification. Mr. Marier read parts of Ord. #31 pertaining to on and off sale licenses, noting that off sale licenses could be issued to drug stores and liquor establishments; he wondered . how we could combine the 2 licenses since it isn't specified. Mr. Locher stat- ed that the ordinance doesn't prohibit both kinds of licenses to one place - the Oasis has both and the interpretation has been such in the past. There was considerable discussion on this. Mr. Locher was asked to draft an amend- ment to the ordinance which would clarify the matter. It was agreed that liquor is allowed by the State to be served with food. Mr. Marier stated the ordinance required a hearing on an off sale license. Mr. Locher noted that State law supersedes ours; he didn't feel we need a hearing in May for all the licenses. 2/14/72 183 Mr. Marier felt the Council can go around and look at the places having licenses. Mr. Locher read his proposal to amend Ord. 31. Mr. Jaworski moved to adopt Ord. #31C. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. There was discussion - the amendment was changed further. Vote -- Jaworski -- Aye; Marier - -No; Swanson - -No; Bohjanen- - Aye. Motion was la t. Mrs. Swanson noted that she couldn't vote for something she didn't understand; she wanted to see the amendment in writing. Mr. Jaworski moved that Mr. Myhre be instructed to go to the Oasis and pull their license. Mr. Locher stated we would be in for a law suit if we did so; Mr. Jaworski said it would be the same if we don't issue this one. Mr. Locher stated it has been interpreted that a liquor license may be denied for any reason or no reason. Mrs. Swanson stated that she didn't want to be rushed into something if she was not ready for it. Mr. Marier moved to have the Attorney make cop- ies of the proposed amendment and send them to the Clerk, and to have it put on the next agenda. Seconded by Mrs. Swanson. Carried unanimously. Mr. Rosengren's license will be on the agenda also. Next was a request from Northwestern Bell to place buried cable near the Shen- andoah plat. Mr. Gotwald stated that we approve these in several villages, if there are conflicts, we instruct the Clerk write to have it relocated, and they will do this. In this case we can approve this; it is on a County Road and they must approve it also. Mr. Gotwald thought this pit may conflict with the sewer line. Mrs. Swanson asked if the buried line doesn't come later; Mr. Gotwald stated in many cases this comes first; they can hang the lines until the sewer is done. This one is close to the sewer line; he felt we should tell Bell that it will be in the way. Mr. Marier stated that the pit is only a pedestal and would be no problem. Mr. Gotwald recommended we go ahead and allow this. The Clerk was instructed to send a letter stating that there will be future utilities in the same area. There was discussion on the sign permit renewals requested by Brede. Mr. Jaworski moved to renew sign permits #D1 and #24 for Brede, Inc. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Carried unanimously. Mr. Ken Gourley stepped forward to request that the Council release $3100 of the $5000 bond we hold for work to be done on the house he moved in; this amount was for materials purchased and didn't include anything for his labor. He stated that he still had to purchase sheetrock, shingles and siding to com- plete the work. After discussion, Mr. Marier moved to release $3107.36 of the bond on the approval of. the Building Inspector who is to notify the Clerk. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mrs. Swanson questioned what was covered in the bill for animal control; this was explained. Mr. Marier stated that at the last meeting the Forest Lake Hospital building proposal came up. This could be financed by either revenue bonds incurred by the hospital or by general bonds back to the taxpaper. He stated that we had spent money in 2 elections telling them no. Mr. Marier moved to inform our Board member on the Forest Lake Hospital Board to vote for revenue bonds rather than bring it back for another vote. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen asked that when we pay the bills, we have the motion read that we pay bills by numbers. He asked which police car was the Ford; the Clerk said this was the Centerville car. Mr. Jaworski moved to pay bills #4317 to #4348 as listed. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Carried unanimously. 184 2/14/72 M . Jaworski moved to adjourn at 12 :26 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Aye. Minutes approved at the meeting of February 28, 19 Clerk -. easurer 2/28/72 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Village Council held on February 28, 1972 was called to order at 8 P.M. by Mayor Bohjanen with all members present. Mr. Marier moved to approve the minutes of February 14th as corrected. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Motion carried with Mr. Cardinal abstaining as he had been absent. Mr. Bohjanen noted that a hearing for S. 'Wilson was scheduled for 8:15 P.M., but as no one had come yet, we would proceed with the agenda. The Clerk reported receipt of liquor tax monies of $3,101.28, cigarette tax monies of $3,322.80, and court fines of $20.50. Mr. Hill had finished the 1971 audit; all had copies. It was decided to have Mr. Hill report at the next meet - ing, early. The Clerk stated that the remaining balance of $63.38 in the Municipal Building Fund could only be transferred by resolution into the Debt Fund. The Fourth Quarter fire report for Lexington was received. The Clerk asked to reserve the week of June 12 -16 for vacation, noting that she had arranged with the deputies to take over. There were no objections. Copies of the new waste regulations from the Metro Sewer Board had been made for members; this is to be put on the next agenda. The Clerk asked the Council to consider one additional check she had written to cover the difference in State gas tax owing on the first billing from Standard - the error had been made by the agent in Forest Lake. The Mayor asked the Clerk to wait for the statements from the company before writing the checks in the future. Tom Van Housen had sent recommendations on several items before the P&Z. Mater- ial on before -tax payroll deductionsfor purchase of stocks and bonds through IDS was received; Mr. Marier wanted this brought to the attention of payroll employees; if any are interested it would be brought back to the Council. A letter received from Lexington inquired our opinion on the possibility of combining assessor's jobs for several villages. Mr. Marier moved to send a letter back to Lexington advising them that we have decided to keep our Assessor and are satisfied, but leaving the matter open for future study. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously. Another letter from Lexington included a rider attachment for the fire contract which noted their membership in the Capital City Mutual Aid Ass'n; this would hopefully reduce our fire classification number. Mr. Bohjanen noted that a similar letter was expected from Centerville, that we should wait for that one and immediately send them in together. A notice from the Metro Council advised of an Open Forum meeting to be held at the North St. Paul Munic. Bldg. on March 9th at 7:30 P.M. Another Metro notice scheduled the first ad hoc Advisory Committee on metro benefits for March 8th at 7:30 P.M. in the Blaine Village Hall. The Clerk was instructed to advise them that Mr. Bohjanen would attend; copies of the meeting's report will be made. A notice from the Minn. Ass'n. of Munic. Clerks and Finance Officers advised of their program on Mar. 8 -10th, of an act proposed to set up a State Commission