12/09/1998 Council Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Search

COUNCIL WORK SESSION DECEMBER 9,1998 Both properties would require a rezone and a conditional use permit. In addition, the issue of an on -sale liquor license would have to be resolved since the City has a moratorium on the issuance of on -sale licenses. Brian explained that the four (4) lots south of the current Police Department building have always been an economic development possibility. Currently the land is priced at $2.00 per square foot or approximately $350,000. There has been discussion regarding placing retail development on the lots. He has held discussions with Gary Uhde who feels the price was not affordable and the idea seemed to die. Brian met with Mr. Uhde again this week and talked about a temporary use in the Police Department building but the cost of the land is still an issue. The Council should determine what they feel should be done with this property. Some research has determined that if the Police Department building was again placed on the tax rolls, $5,000 of taxes per year would be realized. Chris suggested the Legion build in the Town Center. He felt it was important to remove as many non -conforming uses from the commercial areas as possible. Brian said the Town Center would be a good location, however, that would be two (2) or three (3) years in the future. The Legion needs to do something immediately. John felt that the Straight Shooters location would be the least intrusive and asked if utilities could be extended to the site. He also noted that there was at least another lot next to the building that could be used for parking. It was noted that sewer utilities are near. Chris expressed his support for the Straight Shooters site. Andy will have more information about this project on Monday. POLICY REVIEW PROCESS, KIM SULLIVAN At the last work session, an issue regarding performance of specific City employees was discussed with the employees. Several Council Members express concern regarding how the matter was handled. It is clear the Council needs a process to handle situations that are not resolved at the staff level. It was determined that if a matter is brought to a particular Council Members attention, the Council Member should direct the staff member to the appropriate director and if the matter is still not resolved, the City Administrator should be consulted. If the matter still remains unresolved, the matter should then be brought to a Council work session but not necessarily as a discipline issue. A concern was expressed regarding Council Members requesting specific information from staff or passing information on to staff. There seems to be a fine line of one Council Member taking action without the consent of the entire Council. The current agreement is Page 6 •