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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/22/1982 Council Minutes?68 Special Meeting November 15, 1982 1983. The staff must commit time to complete this program. He alsp told the Council there is no charge for his services unless there are bonds sold. Mayor Benson asked when the program is completed, the homes are sold, are the bonds retired? Mr. Liddle explained that the payments on the mortgages are used to retire the bonds. If there is bond money not used, this money is also used to retire the bonds. Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to adopt Resolution 82 -22 setting a public hearing for December 20, 1982 at 7:30 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Mr. Reinert asked for more information on the housing plan that is referred to in 462C. He also asked the estimated cost of the plan and Mr. Schumacher said Mr. Short estimated the cost between 2/3 thousand dollars. He also asked to have this in writing. Motion carried. Mr. Schumacher requested authorization from the Council to work with Mr. Liddle and Mr. Short on this program. Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to grant this authorization. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to adjourn at 9:00 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. Edna L. Sarner, Clerk - Treasurer --..- :enso, • . or Council Meeting November 22, 1982 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 7:00 P.M., November 22, 1982 by Mayor Benson with Council members Marier and Reinert present. Absent; Kulaszewicz, Elsenpeter. Mr. Hawkins, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Kluegel, Mr. Volk and Mrs. Sarner were also present. Mr. Schumacher was absent. MINUTES - NOVEMBER 8, 1982 Mr. Marier moved to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. 1 MINUTES - NOVEMBER 15, 19 82 Mr. Reinert moved to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Mayor Benson corrected the minutes as follows; page three, paragraph 4, 5th line, delete the word "or" after the word "and ". Motion to approve with corrections carried unanimously. DISBURSEMENTS - NOVEMBER 22, 1982 The Clerk noted some corrections on the disbursements listings as follows: delete the $40.00 check under Administration and transfer to Park Fund; change amount of Check to Helm, Inc. under Parks to $43.25; add a check to Noble Welding in the amount of $125.00 to Public Works. All totals were changed accordingly. Mr. Reinert moved to approve Council Meeting November 22, 1982 the disbursements as corrected. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. OPEN MIKE Mrs. Kay Murphy has asked to speak at this time. She asked the Council if they had voted on the Quad paper and was told, No. She questioned the validity of the articles in the paper noting the difference in figures quoted on Lovell School. She felt the reporting was not accurate. Mr. Jerry Blackbird, from the audience, stated that he had noted the difference in the figures and had called. The Quad paper had gotten the figures from the School Board. Mr. Reinert noted that this Council cannot control what is printed in newspapers. Mayor Benson reminded the people that all newspapers make mistakes in their reporting, even the big newspapers. Mr. Vernon Swanson asked if it was the practice of the City Council to appoint a newspaper at the first meeting of the year? Mayor Benson said that is what was done. Mrs. Goldade asked if anything was planned as for a newsletter to be sent to the residents? Mayor Benson said the Quad paper is the only one that goes to all the residents and would certainly be a source. A reporter from the White Bear Press covering this meeting said that accuracy is a very real concern, with reporters. If the people of this area have any suggestions or criticism, please call the paper. IENGINEER's REPORT Mr. Davidson reported on the suggested amendment to the underground utility policy. He reported that he had sent the specifications to the utility companies asking for their comments. Anoka Electric had replied and requested that their lines be the nearest to the lot lines or closest to the home since their lines are laid the deepest. Mr. Davidson noted that in keeping with this request, the drawings had been revised to show this. There was some discussion of the $30.00 permit fee with Mayor Benson feeling this should be discussed when all Council members are present. Mr. Reinert moved to adopt the amendment to the underground utility policy as outlined by Mr. Davidson. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED USE OF FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING FUNDS. Mayor Benson called the public hearing to order at 7:35 P.M. He noted that this money has been designated to be a part of the Police Budget. Mrs. Murphy asked what other proposed uses had been submitted? Mayor Benson explained that there had been no suggestions from the public and this designation had been as a result of budget workshops. He asked if she had a suggestion and Mrs. Murphy suggested the money be used for the Alexandria House. Mayor Benson explained this is not a legal usage. The money must be used within the City. Mrs. Goldade asked what this would be used for in the Police Department - salaries? equipment? or what? Mayor Benson said it would be applied to the police budget in general. Mr. Marier moved to approve the usage of the Federal Revenue Sharing Funds for the Police Department with the option of considering roads at a later date. Seconded by ?7J Council Meeting November 22, 1982 Mr. Reinert. Motion carried with Mayor Benson voting, No. The Public Hearing on Federal Revenue Sharing Funds usage was closed at 7:39 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING - SPECIAL USE PERMITS Mayor Benson opened the public hearing on special use permits at 7:39 P.M. He listed the five inactive permits that were to be considered at this hearing. He asked if anyone in the audience had come to speak on any of the permits and there was no one. Mr. Marier moved to revoke the special use permits issued to Richard Carey, Warren Solheid, Sally KeutherJJudy Helm, Robert DuFour and Michael Kelly. Seconded by Mr. Re inert. Motion carried unanimously. i Mr. Kluegel pointed out there are two permits that have had no construction taking place within the one year as specified by the Ordinance - the El Rehbein & Son permit for an additional floor to their office building and A. T. Gearman for a storage building. Mr. Kluegel noted the Special Use Permit #54, issued to El Rehbein & Son, had been issued over 12 months ago and no work has been started as of this date. He had discussed this with Mr. Jerry Blackbird and the delay was due to the economics. Mayor Benson asked for Mr. Kluegel's recommendations and Mr. Kluegel asked Mr. Hawkins what the options were. Mr. Hawkins said the permit could either be revoked or an extension could be granted. Mr. Reinert moved to revoke Special Use Permit #54 issued to El Rehbein & Son. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. Special Use Permit #45, issued to A.T. Gearman for a storage building on Highway 49 also has not been started. Mr. Bill Iway said they could not build due to the high interest - now that interest rates are dropping, he felt construction would begin in the Spring. Mr. Reinert moved to revoke Special Use Permit #45, issued to A.T. Gearman. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Kluegel noted that the Special Use Permit issued to Outlots H & K for the Quads does not have any construction as of this date. 1 Mayor Benson noted that a letter had been received from the Judge stating that a decision should be received soon on that litigation, and he would suggest any action on this permit be continued until the Court hands down a decision. Mr. Marier moved to extend this special use permit until there is a Court decision. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Reinert asked if Mr. Harold Bisel's location had been inspected and what are the allowed usages under his special use permit? Mr. Kluegel read the stipulations attached to the Special use permit noting that this was to be a small engine repair shop, with no outside storage, no employees and non - transferable. Mr. Reinert noted that this had turned into a retail business with new equipment being sold out of that location. Mr. Marier moved that a letter be sent to Mr. Bisel asking that he appear before the Council and discuss this matter. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Suchy's permit was discussed with Mr. Kluegel saying he has no problems there. Mr. Smeed - does he need a permit under the new animal ordinance? Mr. Kluegel said 1 Council Meeting November 22, 1982 Mr. Smeed still has control of the 5 acres. Mr. Klenck - no problems. Mr. Pete Nadeau, from the audience, said he still has a problem with Mr. Suchy and he listed several complaints against the operation. 211 The Council discussed the various aspects of this operation with Mr. Reinert moving to continue the hearing on the Suchy Special Use Permit and asked Mr. Kluegel to research as to just what is there - what are his rights to farm - what are the rights of the neighbors. Seconded by Mayor Benson. Motion carried with Mr. Marier voting, No. Mr. Marier moved to close the hearing at 8:15 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. A recess was called at 8:15. The meeting reconvened at 8:25 P.M. AMENDED SPECIAL USE PERMIT - MICHAEL KENNEY Mr. Kenney has a special use permit to operate a Floral Shop at his home on Hodgson Road. He is now applying for an amended special use permit to retail unpainted furniture at that location. This furniture is already assembled and some is pre - finished at the factory. This will be basically catalog sales with a few pieces for display. The primary business is the floral shop, the furniture is secondary. Mr. Marier moved to approve the amended special use permit. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. The special use permit was approved for the reasons 1) it is located in a commercial zone, 2) had adequate parking, 3) compatible with surrounding area. FIRE STUDY COMMITTEE REPORT Mr. Norm Fritchie presented the recommendations of this study group with some cost figures. There was discussion of some of the several suggestions put forth by this group. Mr. Reinert felt that he would like to have a meeting with this group. Mr. Reinert moved to set a special meeting for November 29, 1982 at 7:00 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. (The Clerk was requested to send copies of the proposal letters to the Council before this meeting) ATTORNEY 's REPORT Mr. Hawkins reported that he had received the files on Mr. Wilson and Northdale construction from Mr. Locher's office. He also noted that the letter from the Judge stated that a decision should be made soon on the Quads. SET PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET A Public hearing on the final budget was set for December 20, 1982 at 8:00 P.M. Mayor Benson felt he would like to have another workshop before the final hearing. It was suggested that the Council meet at 5:30 P.M. on December 13, 1982 before the regular Council meeting. (The Mayor requested that all information requested from the City Administrator be sent out to the Council by the 6-th.) CHEMICAL TREATMENT FOR WATER SYSTEM Mr. Volk pointed out the problems that are coming to light due to the iron and magnesia in the water that clogs the meters and leaves an orange to black deposit in the lines. He presented a proposal for the injection of chemicals that will clear this problem. .1 72 Council Meeting November 22, 1982 Mr. Volk recommended the acceptance of the low bid from Feed -'Rite in the amount of $3,475.00. Mr. Reinert moved to approve the purchase of this equipment from the low bidder. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS Mayor Benson asked if there had been any contact with the animal control from White Bear Township and the Clerk replied that she had not seen any correspondence from them. Mr. Schumacher is to be contacted on this. Also, to inform Mr. Schumacher of the meeting with the Fire Study Committee on November 29, 1982. Mayor Benson also noted the Action Alert received from the League of Cities on the possible cuts in the State Aid. He asked that Mr. Schumacher get information on this and send out on the 6th. Mayor Benson noted that a letter had been received from the Sell Publishing requesting a packet such as the Council's packet be prepared fro their reporter and sent to them prior to the meeting. This will be discussed at the next meeting. Mayor Benson had also received a letter noting there is a meeting concerned with parks - both County and Municipal - at the Bunker Hills Activity Center on Wednesday, December 1, 1982. He felt that someone, perhaps from the Park Board should attend this meeting. Mr. Al Ross, from the audience, asked that the Council look into new entrance to the City signs. He also noted that he did not appreciate having the new paper stuck on his mailbox and end up in the ditch. He felt that permission whould have been requested. Mayor Benson noted that Mr. Schumacher will be asked to pursue the City entrance signs. Mr. Marier moved to adjourn at 9:25 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Aye. Edna L. Sarner, Clerk - Treasurer Council Meeting December 13, 1982 The Regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 7:00 P.M., December 13, 1982 by Mayor Benson with all members present with the exception of Mr. Reinert. Mr. Hawkins, Mr. Schumacher, Chief Myhre, Mr. Kluegel and Mrs. Sarner were also present. MINUTES - NOVEMBER 22, 1982 Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to table consideration of these minutes since a quorum of the members present at that meeing were not present at this meeting. Seconded by