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April 26, 1982
PROCLAMATIONS
III1. Centennial School District - Centennial Pride Week, May 17, 1982 through May 22,
1982. Mayor Benson read the proclamation.
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Mr. Reinert moved to proclaim the week of May 17, 19 82 through May 22, 1982
Centennial Pride Week. Mr. Marier seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Anoka County Humane Society - Be Kind to Animals Week, May 2, 1982 through May 8,
1982. Mayor Benson read the proclamation.
Mr. Reinert moved to proclaim the week of May 2, 1982 through May 8, 1982 as Be
Kind to Animals Week. Mr. Marier seconded the motion.
Mr. Reinert moved to adjourn. Aye.
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Council Meeting
May 10, 1982
The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 7:00 P.M.,
May 10, 1982 by Mayor Benson with all Council members present. Mr. Schumacher,
Mr. Hawkins, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Volk, Chief Myhre, Mr. Kluegel and Mrs. Sarner
were also present.
MINUTES - APRIL 26, 1982
Mr. Marier moved
by Mr. Reinert.
DISBURSEMENTS -
to approve the minutes of April 26, 1982 as presented. Seconded
Motion carried with Mr. Kulaszewicz abstaining.
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Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the disbursements as presented. Seconded by
Mrs. Elsenpeter. Motion carried unanimously.
OFFICER OF THE YEAR
Chief Myhre presented Clifford Ross, Jr. with a Plaque. as "Officer of the Year"
noting the accomplishments of the officer that earned this award.
The Plaque was presented to Officer Ross by Mayor Benson adding the Thanks of the
Council.
OPEN MIKE
Mr. Scherer presented a water problem he has with his neighbor. The general consensus
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of the Council that this is a private matter between two land owners and, as such,
will have to be settled between themselves. It was suggested that Mr. Scherer
contact the DIM on this matter.
Mr. McAllister presented the purchase agreement, bond and insurance for a liquor
license at the Rocky's North location.
Mayor Benson felt that since none of this paper work was in the packets, this Council
was not in a position to make a decision at this meeting.
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Mr. Hawkins said he had reviewed all this material and said it was all in order. However,
there is the matter of unpaid taxes that must be taken care of and Mr. McAllister is
aware of this.
There was discussion of the plans for rehabilitating this building and the problem of
lighting in the parking lot. Mr. Kluegel noted that this is a non - conforming building
and as such., cannot be expanded. However, it is a pre - existing non - conforming building
and may continue in the present usage.
Mr. McAllister pointed out that his plans for the building cannot be finalized until he
has the assurance that a license may be obtained. He also noted that he must do a
complete inspection of this building before he can make plans for the remodeling that
must be done.
Mr. Marier moved to approve this license contingent upon the taxes being paid, all
papers in order and fees paid before the license is issued. The motion died for lack
of a second.
Mrs. Elsenpeter noted that one of her concerns was the inadequate lighting in the
parking lot and the fact that the entrance and exit to the parking lot is not clearly
marked.
Mr. Marier amended his motion to add those requirements. Mrs. Elsenpeter seconded
the motion. The motion failed.
Mayor Benson called a five minute recess at this point in the meeting. The meeting
reconvened. 7:50 P.M./ 8:00 P.M.
Mr. Marier moved to accept the application with Mr. McAllister to supply a lighting
plan and remodeling plan to the City Building Inspector for his approval, Anoka County
Health Inspector's approval and if there are any objections by the residents, a special
meeting will be scheduled. Seconded by Mrs. Elsenpeter. The license to be issued when
all stipulations are met. Motion carried.
ENGINEER's REPORT
Mr. Davidson reported on the Watershed Legislation noting the effect this could have
on Lino Lakes. No action was taken.
80th Street - Mr. Davidson presented the plans for turning this street into a State Aid
Road noting that additional right -of -way must be obtained, the bridge rebuilt - he
suggested that the paper work be completed on this with work beginning perhaps in 1983.
Mr. Davidson was instructed to proceed.
Highway #49 Plans - MnDOT is upgrading Highway #49 from County Road J to Lake Drive -
there will be 6' shoulders, some turn lanes and an overlay applied. Mr. Davidson had
looked at the specifications and had no comment.
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County Road J - Mr. Davidson reported there is a short stretch of County Road J
from Centerville Road to Otter Lake Road that the County is asking to have designated
as a County State Aid Road. Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to approve this request. Seconded
by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously.
NORBERT WEBER WATER PROBLEM
Mr. Karth appeared before the Council noting that Shenandoah II had been cleared through
eleven agencies and the work done in that plat had been according to the demands of those
agencies. Mr. Karth pointed out that the cut is at the street right -of -way and was done
exactly according to Engineering specifications. Mr. Karth also reported that the water
backup is due to a plugged culvert under a cart way in a field East of the plat.
Mr. Kluegel had also inspected this and felt Mr. Karth had presented the situation as
it is.
After some discussion, Mr. Marier moved that the property owner -and the developer get
together and correct this problem. Seconded by Mrs..- Elsenpeter...Motien carried
unanimously.
8:50 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING - CABLE TV RFP
Mayor Benson called the Public Hearing to order at 8:50 P.M. Mrs. Elsenpeter introduced
the Consultant who was here to answer any questions the Council or the Public may have.
There were questions from the audience and from the Council which were answered.
Mrs. Elsenpeter noted that a copy of the Resolution that needs to be passed has
been provided to all Council members.
Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to approve this Resolution - 4 -82. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz.
Motion carried on a roll call vote with Mr. Kulaszewicz, Mr. Reinert, Mrs. Elsenpeter
and Mayor Benson voting Aye, and Mr. Marier voting, no.
Mayor Benson moved to close the hearing at 9:07 P.M. Seconded by Mrs. Elsenpeter.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION - FLOOD PLAIN MORATORIUM
This Resolution is numbered 5 -82. Mr. Reinert moved to adopt this Resolution. Seconded
by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously.
ATTORNEY's REPORT
Mr. Hawkins presented the deeds to the Outlots in Wollan's Estates that were given to
the City for Park purposes in leiu of money. Mr. Hawkins recommended that the Deeds
be accepted by the City. Mr. Marier moved to accept the Deeds and authorize the filing.
Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously.
A recess was called at this point in the meeting. The meeting reconvened at 9:15 P.M.
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
Mr. Schumacher reported that he had met with Mr. Marier and presented the following
proposed adjustments in the 1982 budget for Council consideration. He also pointed
out the notes as to the effect this will have on the various departments.
Administrations - $9,500.00; Other inspections - $3,500.00; Animal Control - $2,500.00;
Government Buildings - $4,000.00; Parks Department - $12,000.00; Public Works
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Department - $2,800.00; Police Department - $11,075.00.
There was some discussion on the effects of these cuts with the Department Heads
answering the questions from the Council.
Mr. Marier presented a counter proposal of approximately $20,000.00 more than the
above listed figures.
After some discussion, Mr. Marier moved to approve the adjustment of $45,375.00 to the
1982 budget as presented by Mr. Schumacher. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion
carried unanimously.
1982 STREET MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROPOSAL
Mr. Volk had prepared a proposal for the maintenance and repair of the Streets for
1982. There were several plans which he explained. There were questions from the
Council on the conditions of some of the streets, how much repair was planned for
each street, and various aspects of the plan. Mr. Volk and Mr. Davidson answered
their questions, with Mr. Davidson suggesting some alternate ways in which some of
this work could be done. They will get together and present a final plan for Council
consideration.
PERMANENT STREET EASEMENT TO ANOKA COUNTY - LAKE DRIVE
Mr. Marier moved to approve this permanent street easement adjacent to Lino Park to
Anoka County to be used in conjunction with the upgrading and widening of Lake Drive.
Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously.
ENGINEERING TRANSITION PROPOSAL
Mr. Schumacher pointed out the list of projects started by Carley Engineering and
not yet completed. He proposed to write to that firm and ask that all projects
be completed by August 1, 1982.
After some "discussion on this matter, Mr. Reinert moved to approve this proposal and
directed Mr. Schumacher to inform Carley Engineering of this decision. Seconded by
Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously.
APPOINTMENT OF TWO MEMBERS TO CENTENNIAL RECREATIONAL STUDY COMMITTEE
Mayor Benson noted that Mr. Cheesebrough had volunteered to serve on this Committee
and Mayor Benson felt that someone from the Park Board should be a part of this
Committee. He moved to appoint Mr. Charles Cheesebrough and Mrs. Julie LeBlond.
Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 86.
This ordinance deals with the manner in which improvements may be petitioned and
assessed and is required by the Charter. Mr. Reinert moved to introduce Ordinance
#86. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
Intersection of County Road J and Highway #49 - Mr. Kulaszewicz asked if there had
been any communications from MnDOT on this intersection - There has not.
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Snowmobile damage at Sunrise Park - Mr. Reinert asked Mr. Volk if this has been
assessed and Mr. Volk said, No, but will be done before the next Council meeting.
Mayor Benson asked if the Planning and Zoning Board had received a complete list of
the persons submitting their names for the Task Force and Mr. Reinert said he had
passed along all the materials that he had received.
Mr. Schumacher reported that Mr. Loren Law had a family emergency and had to cancel
the meeting scheduled for this evening. He asked the Council to consider a date for
the completion of this work. The date was set for May 24, 1982 at 4:30 P.M.
Mr. Marier moved to adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Aye. 10:50 P.M.
Edna L. Sarner, Clerk- Treasurer
Council Meeting
May 24, 1982
The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at
7:00 P.M., by Mayor Benson, May 24, 1982. Council members present; Reinert,
Kulaszewicz, Elsenpeter, Absent; Marier. Mr. Hawkins, Mr. Davidson. Mr.
Schumacher, Mr. Volk, Mr. Kluegel and Mrs. Sarner were also present.
MINUTES - MAY 10, 1982
Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Mr.
Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously.
DISBURSEMENTS - MAY 24, 1982
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the disbursements as presented. Seconded
by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously.
OPEN MIKE
Mr. Jerry Blackbird had asked to appear before the Council to discuss the
property being taken by the County in conjunction with the locations of the
El Rehbein warehouse. The County is taking the property up to the fence -
there are Pine trees plantedoon the outside of the fence. The County will
not assume the costs of having the fence moved and the trees replanted.
Mr. Blackbird is asking the City's position on requiring the replanting of
the trees.
Mr. Reinert asked if there are any requirements that these trees be planted
there in conjunction with the original permit? Mr. Blackbird had asked that
the minutes on this be pulled and the Clerk reported that there had not been
time. Mr. Blackbird reported that according to the permit that was issued
there should be screening of the property to the North and there should be
grass and shrubery in front,