HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-05-14 Council PacketWORK SESSION AGENDA
CITY OF LINO LAKES
Monday, May 5, 2014
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Community Room (not televised)
5:30 P.M.
A closed session of the City Council will be convened at 5:30 p.m.
The work session will begin after the closed session ends at approximately 6:00 p.m.
1. Mattamy Homes Presentation, Katie Larsen
2. Bee Ordinance Discussion, Katie Larsen
3. Park Board Appointment, Julie Bartell
4. Pavement Management Update, Mike Grochala
5. Island Landscaping Update, Mike Grochala
6. Bald Eagle Lake Dam Maintenance, Mike Grochala
7. Monthly Progress Report, Mike Grochala
8. Review Regular Agenda
Adjourn
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WS – Item #1
WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT
Work Session Item No. 1
Date: May 5, 2014
To: City Council
From: Katie Larsen, City Planner
Re: Mattamy Homes Mixed-Used Development Presentation
Background
Rick Packer, a representative from Mattamy Homes, will be giving a presentation on
their mixed-use development proposal. The subject site is 350+ acres in the northwest
quadrant of I-35E and CR 14/Main Street. The area is guided per the comprehensive plan
for a mixed-use of low-medium density residential and commercial development. From
2005-2007, this property was reviewed for a similar mixed-use development known as
“Hardwood Creek”. That project never materialized due to the decline in the economy.
The “Hardwood Creek” proposal was the basis for the I-35E Corridor AUAR study.
No formal Land Use Application has been submitted by Mattamy Homes to the city at
this time. The developer wishes to present some general concepts and ideas to the
Council at this time.
Requested Council Direction
None.
Attachments
1. Site Location Map
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WS – Item #2
WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT
Work Session Item No. 2
Date: May 5, 2014
To: City Council
From: Katie Larsen, City Planner
Re: City Ordinance on the Keeping of Bees
Background
At the April 7, 2014 Council Work Session, staff presented the City Council with
information regarding the current City ordinance as it relates to the keeping of bees.
Currently, bees are considered farm animals and the keeping of bees is allowed on
properties zoned R, Rural or R-X, Rural Executive with no requirements for permits or
lot size/setback regulation.
At the Work Session, the Council and staff heard from residents and proponents of hobby
bee keeping requesting the ordinance be amended to allow for the keeping of bees on
residential properties. Since the Work Session meeting, staff received numerous phone
calls and emails from residents in opposition to such an amendment. At the April 14,
2014 City Council meeting, two residents spoke at Open Mike in opposition and one
spoke in favor. Staff was directed by Council to bring the item back to the May 5th
Council Work Session with more information.
Ordinance Research
The University of Minnesota Bee Lab website has a summary of 82 Minnesota city
ordinances related to bee keeping. Review of these ordinances found no standard
regulation. Ordinances varied on lot size requirements, zoning districts, licensing,
setbacks etc. Staff met with Gary Reuter a scientist at the University of Minnesota,
Department of Entomology to gain a better understanding of the hobby.
If the City amends the ordinance to allow for bee keeping on residential properties, the
following requirements could be considered:
1. Lot Size
a. No minimum requirement
2. Zoning
a. Rural and Residentially zoned parcels only
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3. Setbacks for hives
a. 25 feet from rear and side property lines
i. Provides safe distance for bees to establish flight patterns
ii. Typical lot width is 80 feet which provides flexibility in locating
hives from side lot lines
iii. Typical lot depth is 135 feet which provides flexibility in locating
hives from rear lot lines
b. Hives shall be allowed in rear yards only unless zoned R or R-X
c. Should special consideration be given for rear yards that abut protected
open space/conservation areas?
4. Colony Density
a. Standard R-1 Single Family lot size is 10,800 s.f. = ¼ acre
b. 2 hives are manageable for a hobby bee keeper on smaller residential lots
i. 2 hives or colonies per 0 to ½ acre
ii. 4 hives or colonies per ½ acre to 1 acre
iii. 6 hives or colonies per 1 acre to 5 acre
iv. Unlimited hives or colonies greater than 5 acres
5. Water source shall be provided
6. Written neighbor consent shall be provided by 100% of abutting property owners
7. Educational requirement for hobby bee keeper shall be required
8. City license/permit application and fee shall be required
This list is not intended to be all inclusive but rather a starting point for conversation.
Requested Council Direction
If Council wishes to further the conservation of amending the ordinance, staff
recommends sending the issue to the Planning & Zoning Board for public hearing and
comment. The Planning & Zoning Board will make recommendation to City Council for
the final decision.
Attachments
None.
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WS – Item 3
WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT
Work Session Item No. 3
Date: Mary 5, 2014
To: City Council
From: Lisa Hogstad-Osterhues
Re: Annual Board Appointments
Background
Openings for the city’s advisory boards were advertised and applications received during
the month of October, 2014. There were not enough applicants for the Park Board at the
time and advertising for the Park Board has continued. The city has received an
application at this time.
- Park Board – 1 seat, 1 applicant
The applicant has not been interviewed previously.
Requested Council Direction
The council should determine the application review process:
1. Establish a date for the interview process.
Attachments
List of applicant
WS – Item 2 Attachment
Advisory Board Applicant
Park Board
1. John Nordlund
Park Board – 1 seats, 1 applicant
WS – Item # 4
WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT
Work Session Item No. 4
Date: May 5, 2014
To: City Council
From: Michael Grochala
Re: Street Reconstruction Plan
Background
In March the City Council took the initiative to forward two (2) proposed charter
amendments to Charter Commission for review. The Charter Commission, as provided
for under state statute, extended their review period to 150 days.
Concurrent with the charter review process staff has begun development of a Street
Reconstruction Plan. A draft plan was presented to the council in March. The plan was
based on the pavement management ratings and consideration of average daily traffic on
street segments. The draft plan proposes a 5 phase reconstruction project that addresses
approximately 10 miles of city streets. The timeline for completing the plan phasing
would be based on a financial analysis to determine the preferred bond structure. As
noted in the plan some project areas may, after further evaluation, be identified as a
candidate for reclamation. In such cases the plan would be adjusted to accommodate
street segments.
Staff is working with WSB and Springsted Inc., to refine the plan to meet the provisions
of Minnesota Statutes 475 relating to street reconstruction and bituminous overlays. This
would allow for the City to possibly proceed with a project in 2015 in the event that a
charter amendment is not approved. However, as previously discussed, the plan is 1)
subject to a reverse referendum and 2) would need to be funded without special
assessments.
Under State law street reconstruction bonds can be issued without election provided the
following requirements are met:
a) The City must prepare a 5 year street reconstruction plan
b) The City must hold a public hearing
c) The City Council must approve the plan by unanimous vote.
d) A 30 day period must elapse during which time a petition may be submitted
requesting an election. The petition must be signed by voters equal to 5% of
the votes cast in the last municipal general election.
e) If no petition is received the city may issue bonds without election.
To provide for the reverse petition process and allow for preparation of a ballot question
for submittal to Anoka County the City would need to hold the required public hearing at
the June 23 City Council meeting. There is time within the schedule to allow for some
modification of this date but a special meeting would need to be held. The city is
required to provide a public hearing notice between 10 and 28 days before the hearing.
Staff is anticipating presenting the draft plan to the council at the June 3 work session.
Requested Council Direction
No direction necessary.
WS – Item #5
WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT
Work Session Item No. 5
Date: May 5, 2014
To: City Council
From: Marty Asleson
Re: Civic Complex Island Landscaping
Background
The City Council directed staff to investigate alternative landscape ideas for the island in
front of City Hall. A general plan was presented to the Council at the February 3rd
Council Work Session. Based on input from that meeting staff is proposing to phase in a
new landscape to the Civic Complex Island with the following for this year:
• Total kill all native landscape portions of the island
• Expose the existing trail on the island, and clean it up
• Reseed the island with Kentucky Blue Grass
• Re-adjust island irrigation elements to accommodate new bluegrass areas
In the future staff is proposing to phase in flowering planting beds.
Requested Council Direction
Staff is requesting council consensus on the proposed changes.
WS – Item #6
WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT
Work Session Item No. 6
Date: May 5, 2014
To: City Council
From: Michael Grochala
Re: Bald Eagle Lake Dam Maintenance
Background
The City of Hugo has submitted a request for Lino Lakes to help defray the cost of short-
term maintenance activities to the dam located at the north end of Bald Eagle Lake. The
dam is currently in disrepair and in need of replacement. While Hugo is not the owner of
the dam they have taken a lead role primarily because it is located within the City and no
other entity has stepped forward as the responsible party. The dam appears to date back
to the early 1900’s and the record is not clear what governmental unit it belongs to.
The collapse of the dam would lead to a drop in the Bald Eagle Lake water level of
approximately 6 feet. Downstream flooding and property damage could be possible in
this event. In the interest of public safety and welfare the City of Hugo has taken some
preliminary steps toward replacement of the dam including completion of construction
plans and securing $252,000 in funding from Mn/DOT for the estimated $600,000
project.
While Hugo is continuing work on obtaining the balance of funding for the permanent
project there is a need to shore up the existing concrete weir in the short term as a
preventative measure. The cost of this temporary fix is estimated at $20,000. The Town
of White Bear and the City of Centerville have already pledged $2,500 each toward the
work.
Staff is of the opinion that the while responsibility for the dam replacement should reside
with a governmental entity other than the local municipalities, we do believe there is
value in assisting the City of Hugo with the existing short term maintenance project as
proposed. Funding in the amount of $2,500 would be available from the storm water
maintenance budget if approved by the City Council.
Requested Council Direction
Does the city council want to consider a contribution to the City of Hugo for dam
maintenance?
Attachments
1. Location Map
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Item #7
Monthly Progress Report
May 5, 2014
Item Last Action Taken Staff Status
Digital Scanning Project 3/10/14 – Council approved hiring two
PT scanner operators
Jeff One scanner is being assigned
to Community Development
files as soon as their ready
Labor Negotiations Sergeants – Contract approved 1/27/14
Police Officers – Currently in mediation
AFSCME – Contract approved 4/14/14
49er’s – Contract approved 4/28/14
Jeff
Next mediation session with
officers scheduled June 4
ECFE Building 4/14/14 – Sprout Academy decided not to
pursue day care business. Another day
care provider (New Creations) has
expressed strong interest
Jeff KW Commercial prepared a
draft lease agreement with
New Creations
Fire Department Analysis 4/25/14 – Springsted obtained 2013 call
data for inclusion in the report
Jeff A council review of the report
is scheduled for May 27
White Bear Lake Restoration
Assn. v. Dept. of Natural
Resources (DNR)
1/27/14 – Council voted against joining a
NE Metro coalition to intervene in the
WBL water level lawsuit
Jeff
Only White Bear Lake and
White Bear Township elected
to intervene in the lawsuit
Joint Advisory Board
Meeting
4/21/14 - Board members were notified
that the meeting date is May 19
Julie Agenda will be prepared with
a start time of 6:30 p.m.
2015 Budget
4/25/14 – Staff is gathering information
for the budget
Al First review of budget
scheduled for June 2