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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/25/1983 Council MinutesJuly 11, 1983 requesting that the population figures on the entrance signs to the City be changed to reflect the current population. Mr. Schumacher noted that Chief Myhre had talked to Mrs. Munoz and the Council has a copy of that report. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. These minutes were considered and approved as presented at a regular Council meeting held on July 25, 1983. Edna L. Sarner, City Clerk Benja'in Benson, Mayor July 25, 1983 73 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 7:00 P.M., July 25, 1983 by Mayor Benson with all members present. Mr. John Burke, sutstituted for Mr. Hawkins, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Kluegel, Mr. Schumacher and Mrs. Sarner were also present. MINUTES - JULY 11, 1983 Mr. Marier moved to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried with Mayor Benson abstaining. DISBURSEMENTS - JULY 25, 1983 Mr. Reinert moved to approve the disbursements as presented. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Mr. Marier had questions which were answered by Mr. Schumacher. The motion carried unanimously. OPEN MIKE Mr. Mike Mastro of 1553 LaMotte Road appeard before the Council to pre- sent a petition against the use of the Outlot on LaMotter Road as pro- posed by the residents who live off the lake. He cited his reasons for his objections and presented a signed petition to the Mayor. He also requested that a position statement as to the use of that Outlot be made by this Council. He noted that this matter has been before the Council many time with no solution. 74 July 25, 1983 Mrs. Valento and Mrs. Stimart also spoke against the use of this Outlot noting their reasons for their objections. Mr. Reinert moved to refer this to staff for research as to the original intent for the use of this Outlot at the time of platting and put this on the next agenda. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING AND ZONING ACTIONS Rice Lake Estates - Preliminar Plat. - Planning and Zoning had recommend- ed approval. Mr. Kluegel presented their recommendations ti include the installation of a tot lot. Mr. Davidson explained the options available for utilities and the manner in which they could be supplied to this development. Mr. Marier moved to research the time frame for sewer and the feasibility of a water system. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Mr. Davidson read a memo from MWCC outlining the steps necessary for the extension of the interceptor to the West border of the City. Mr. Marier withdrew his motion and Mr. Kulaszewicz withdrew his second. Mr. Reinert moved to approve the preliminary plat subject to review by Rice Creek Watershed Board, DNT, MWCC, MC and any other approproate agency, with Mr. Davidson to define the sewer service district as discussed. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Mrs. Elsenpeter made note of the fact that the street names in this plat will have to be changed in that there are streets by those used that do not intersect. The motion carried unanimously. Klosner /Goertz - Conditional Use Permit. - This is for the installation of the office to the existing builiding and is needed for the installation of a spetic system. A landscaping plan had also been presented. The Planning and Zoning had recommended approval of this permit. Mr. Marier moved to approve the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Board. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. Removal of Hazardous Buildings - Mr. Kluegel presented an Order for the Removal of the buildings on the Menkveld property on Lake Drive and cited reasons for this request for removal. Mr. Burke explained the process by which this order is handled. Mr. Reinert moved to order the removal of these buildings. Seconded by Mrs. Elsenpeter. Motion carried unanimously. TRUCK PARKING IN A R1 ZONE Mr. Schumacher presented the research done on this matter in other communities noting that most all of the communities have the same ordinance as this City. The manner of enforcement varies. 75 July 25, 1983 Mr. Marier moved to maintain the existing ordinance but amend to only enforce upon complaint of noise or distrubing the neighbors. If a complaint is filed, the vehicle must be removed. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Upon some discussion of these provisions, Mr. Marier withdrew his motion and Mr. Kulaszewicz withdrew his second. Mr. Burke felt that the existing ordinance was sufficient and the policy established by the Council to only investigate if there is a complaint is all that is necessary. A recess was called at 8:30 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 8:40 P.M. CLERK's REPORT The Clerk presented the requests for a 3.2% beer permit and a gambling permit submitted by St. Joseph's Church. These permits were requested for August 13/14, 1983. Mr. Marier moved to approve these permits. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. The Clerk also read a letter from Mrs. Ruth Edwardson asking that some program be established to pick up debris after a storm for the Senior Citizens. This matter will be discussed at budget time. PROPOSED FEE SCHEDULE Mr. Schumacher presented the Council with a proposed fee schedule for the City Codem the Zoning Ordinance and some smaller times. The City Code - $20.00; Zoning Ordinance - $10.00; Xerox copies - 254; pumping permit - $2.00; Bingo - $5.00 per single permit - $50.00 per year. Mr. Marier had a question on the septic system pumping permit which the Clerk explained. Mayor Benson asked about the 254 cost for Xerox copiies - how was this established? Mr. Schumacher said this figure has been used for the past three years and it should be included in this Resolution. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to waive the reading of Resolution #83 -24 and approve as submitted. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried with Mr. Marier voting, No. RESOLUTION #83 -24 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING MISCELLANEOUS FEES PURSUANT TO THE CITY CODE. WHEREAS, numerous areas of the City Code reference 'fees as established by the City Council' and WHEREAS, in an effort to update the Council on the present fee schedule being used or porposed for City Code continuite, the following fees are herewith submitted: Xerox Copies Septic Pumping Permits Bingo City Code Zoning Ordinance 254 per copy $2.00 $5.00 single permit or $50.00 per year $20.00 $10.00 76 July 25, 1983 Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that: The above stated fees shall be collected in accordance with the Lino Lakes City Code. Passed by the Council of the City of Lino Lakes this 25th day of July. 1983. \A-IL/114 ) Edna L. Sarner, CMC ENGINEER'S REPORT 1 Mr. Davidson presented a feasibility report for the Reiling Road project noting the time schedule is such that no construction will be done until 1984 due to the lateness of the construction season and the requirements of the City Charter. Mr. Marier moved to approve a Resolution receiving the feasibility re- port and ordering a Public Hearing for this project. SEconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. Water Management Joint Powers Agreement - Mr. Davidson presented his recommendations for amending the Agreement that had been forwarded to the Council. Mr. Marier moved to submit these suggested amendments to Mr. H. Tessier as an agenda item for the next meeting. Seconded by Mrs. Elsenpeter. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schumacher asked if this indicated that this Council approves the Joint Powers Agreement and the general consensus of the Council was they would approve the agreement with the inclusion of these amendments. REZONING - RICE LAKE ESTATES - SECOND READING Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to waive the reading of this ordinance and adopt Ordinance #5 -83 as written. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. OTTER LAKD ROAD NAME CHANGE #5 -83 - SECOND READING Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to waive the reading of this ordinance and adopt Ordiannce #5 -83 as written. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. FIRE MARSHALL RESIGNATION 1 Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to accept the resignation of Mr. Bruce Macdonald as Fire Marshall and send a letter of thanks noting his participation on the Fires Task Force. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. 77 July 25, 1983 The Clerk was instructed to publish in the paper that the City is looking for a Fire Marshall and will accept applications to be accompanied by a resume. RENEGOTIATION OF BUILDING INSPECTOR CONTRACT WITH CIRCLE PINES Mr. Schumacher noted that the Council has the copy of the letter from Circle Pines requesting this action. This was a part of the contract. Mayor Benson suggested that the City of Circle Pines present a proposal for this Council's consideration. Mr. Schumacher asked for authorization to meet with Craig Rapp and work out some sort of an agreement to bring back to the Council for their consideration. The consensus of the Council was for Mr. Schumacher to proceed on this basis. LOW BID - SENIOR CENTER Mr. Schumacher reported that on July 19, 1983 the City received eleven (11) bids for the construction for the addition to City Hall and the Senior Citizen Center. The low bidder was Duoos Construction in the amount of $172,357.00. Mr. Schumacher had prepared a cost breasdown as to the amount for the Senior Center and the amount for the City Hall addition and the proposed financing for each. Mr. Duoos had supplied a resume and letters of recommendations for his firm and Mr. Schumacher noted that Mr. Suoos is in the audience if the Council has any questions of him. Mayor Benson asked that Mr. Schumacher explain what the alternates are and what the costs are for each alternate. There was discussion as to the locations of the Oak Flooring and how large an area would be covered in this manner. Mayor Benson asked how far into the construction would the vinyl walls and air conditioning be installed and Mr. Duoos said it would more economical to install during the construction than to install after the building is completed. Mr. Duoos stated that, in his ipinion, unless that skylight served some specific purpose, it is only a decoration and is hard to maintain. Mr. Schumacher noted this is a very long hall way without windows and this is a light source. Mr. Reinert asked about the financing and was told there are funds for the base bid and alternatived #1 and #2. Mr. Reinert felt the building should be warm and comfortable or else it will not be used. Mr. Reinert questioned the cost of installing lighting in the hallway if the skylight is eleiminated. Mr. Duoos did not have a breakdown on that costs. Mr. Reinert felt that if the costs are comprable, then the skylight should be installed. There was some discussion on the cost of maintaining the skylight. Mr. Marier moved to approve the low bid of $172,357.00 submitted by the Duoos Construction Company of New Brighton to include Alternates #2,3, & 5. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. 78 July 25, 1983 TCF AS ADDITION TO DEPOSITORIES USED FOR INVESTMENTS Mr. Schumacher had received a letter from TCF requesting this action. Mr. Reinert moved to authorize the City Administrator to use TCF as a depository for investment purposes. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS Mr. Kulaszewicz asked about the new entrance signs to the City with the current population figure and Mr. Schumacher said he had inquired about the sings before and had been told they should be up in about six weeks. Mayor Benson noted there are several items that have not been compelted - the Fire Task Force final report; the deer problem on Ash Street; the Cable Ordinance. Mr. Schumacher reported that a Fire Task Force had been held last Thursday and Lexington had withdrawn from the Fire District. Mrs. Elsenpeter recommended that the City of Lino Lakes submit this City's notice of intent to cancel the existing contract for fire cover- age in order to have the two year's required notice on record. NEW BUSINESS 1 Mrs. Elsenpeter reported that Mr. Andy Gibas had approached her with his concerns of this Council's understanding of the financial records of the utility commission and suggested a meeting. Mr. Reinert said if that was a motion, he would seconded it. There was discussion as to whom should attend this meeting and when it should be held. 1 Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to meet with the Circle Pines Utilitty Commission, the Circle Pines City Administrator to meet with the Lino Lakes City Council. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Mr. Marier commendted that he felt this should be about what the faility is doing at the present time - not what happened years ago. Have the contract explained. It was generally felt this should be the point of the agenda. Motion carried unanimously. After some discussion, the meeting was scheduled for August 15, 1983 at 6:00 P.M. Mr. Reinert moved to adjourn at 9:40 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Aye. These minutes were considered and appro on August 8, 1983. A SilF44 Benj. m'' Benson. Mayor ar meeting held Edna L. Sarner, City Clerk 1