HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-14-2010 Council Minutes (2) CITY OF LINO LAKES
JOINT MEETING
CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING &ZONING BOARD MINUTES
DATN, April 14,2010 ;
TIiMIE STARTED : 7:25 P.M.
I'I\TE ENDED : 8:25 P.\I.
COUNCIL, PRESENT : Mayor Jeff Reinert„Kathi (lallup,Jeff O'Donnell,
Rob Rafferty,Dave Roeser
ABSENT None
&Z BOARI) PRESENT : Elizabeth Brady, Michael Hyden, Perry Laden,
Robert Nelson,Brian Pogalz (Vice Chair), 1lichael
Root, Paul`l'ralle (Chair)
ABSENT : None
STAFF PRESENT : Dan T'esch,Jeff Sm yser, Dawn Bugge
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City Council and P&Z Board Members discussed the a oath of the council to consider
amending the zoning ordinance regarding accessory stru res. Council and board members
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agreed that a variance was not appropriate for the recent a lication that was reviewed, as the
request was too varied from the allowances in the existi city ordinance. In addition, the issue
of leased land posed a unique situation, as well as the fact that the structure would be somewhat
temporary. Council and board members agreed with the use that was proposed,but that a
variance was not the rAt approach to allow the use.
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Members discuss. to s ess substa and properties within the city. One suggestion was
to adopt a reg on that:any b ''ng that has been vacant for a number of years could lose its
grandfather status. taf xplaine: `.t under state law, a non-conforming use loses its
grandf. her status if use ceases for one year. However,the same use can reopen as long as
they me a ent city •rements. If the use changes, however,the state building code may
require u• o meet ent requirements.
Members di °i ssed pAsible improvements to the city's gateway areas. It was noted that one
issue with the A•/J area is the presence of multiple property owners involved in future
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development. a '`er problems with this area include the size of proposed users,road issues, and
access issues.
Members discussed the idea of the city purchasing certain properties in order to improve the
sites. It was noted, however,that this is currenity not a financially feasible option for the city.
Members added that land within the Legacy at Woods Edge needs to be addressed as well.
Members discussed options of what could be done with the property. It was noted that other
communities sometimes offer financial grants or partnerships in order to improve properties or
building façades.
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Joint Meeting:City Council and Planning&Zoning Board
April 14,2010
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Members agreed that there are areas of the city that need improvement. However, sometimes
developers need encouragement in order to provide good development. The lack of city sewer
and water is a big hinderance to development of certain properties. When utilities are
unavailable, development is minimal.
Members discussed how to open up lines of communication between the council and boards.
Council member emails are now available on the website. P&Z Board Members agreed to
provide additional information to the council in situations where there is disagreement between
the board members on an issue. Staff reminded board members to avoid v.- open
meeting law via email between the boards and council. The majority o e group got be
involved in a two-way conversation and cannot email a reply to all of . at one t .
Mayor Reinert considered the P&Z Board to be a very functio group,and c: +end-, their
work as a board. He added that they seem to cover all the p t questions thrciuh their
review of items.
P&Z Chair Paul Tralle stated that residents often as im when the bicycle trail in Pine Glen will
be completed. He noted that the trail was started but com eted. Tlc neighborhood is
developing and residents are wondering whe evelop°.° '11 continue.
Members would like to see more biycle trails through he city,especially for safety reasons.
Cul de sacs and dead-end roads can cause problems for bikers. Members discussed whether
more could be done to increase the development of trails. Mayor Reinert noted that trails are
funded either through the general fund or park dedication. He added that park dedication must
be equitable and follow state law.--Park dedication can be given to the city in dollars or in land.
Park dedication dollars c ,. ed - park land,,or trails throughout the city in any necessary
location.
It was noted that *era , ernment cibes give away money for shovel-ready projects. Staff
has been aske * look ,I ay. ,` .le grant money. The Council will revisit the"grant
challenge"that .'isc sed wi , :ff.
Counci $, board me s agreed that an annual joint meeting is a good idea.
Elizabeth : ad igning from the P&Z Board due to a move out of state. Ms. Brady
commended -„ - corn nication she has had with the board and with city staff.
Mayor Reinert adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn Bugge
Community Development Assistant
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