Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/08/1983 Council Minutes1 August 8, 1983 79 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 7:00 P.M., August 8, 1983 by Mayor Benson with all members present with the exception of Mr. Marier. Mr. Hawkins, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Schumacher and Mrs. Sarner were also present. OATH OF OFFICE - CHARTER COMMISSION MEMBERS Mr. Hawkins administered the Oath of Office to the following members; MR. Kincade, Mr. Livingston, Mr. Reinert, Mr. Weible. The following members were absent and will beed to take the oath of office at a later date' Mrs. Liljedahl, Mr. Merrill, Mr. Ostlie, Mr. Rosengren. MINUTES - JULY 25, 1983 Mr. Reinert moved to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. DISBURSEMENTS - JULY 31, 1983 /August 8, 1983 Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the disbursements as listed. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. OPEN MIKE Mr. Weible appeared before the Council to register a complaint against the operation of Maudie's. He listed the violations the he had observed at that location to include noise, traffic problems, etc. He also re- quested the Council to set a violation standard that must happen before the establisment can be closed. Mr. Hawkins pointed out this is all spelled out ini:the Ordinance or in the State Laws adopted by reference. Mr. Hawkins noted that he has not received any complaints. Mr. Reinert suggested that he present his list of complaints to the Police Chief and the Chief discuss these things with the management and request that the itmes be watched and, if there is a violation, clear it. CLERK's REPORT The Clerk presented a request from the Circle -Lex Lions Club for a 3.2% Beer permit for Sand Burr days to be held on September 10th and llth. Mr. Craig Bartlett appeared before the Council to answer questions in regards to this request. Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to approve the request for a 3.2% Beer for Sunrise Park during Sand Burr Days on September 10th and llth. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Mr. Schumacher questioned what happens to the proceeds? Mr. Bartlett said the proceeds are kept in the community and are give to the parks, fire department, etc. He said the only park that has received money is Sunrise Park. They are working on a park in Circle Pines at the present. Motion carried unanimously, 80 August 8, 1983 Beer Permit - ML /GC - IGOA - Since this is an unknown organization, the Clerk had requested the Police Chief to investigate the applicant and present a report. She noted that the Council members have a copy of the report. 1 Mr. Kulaszewicz noted that in view of the Police report on the activities at the proposed location last year, he would move to deny the Beer permit request. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. REPORT ON OUTLOT A - LAMOTTE's 2nd ADDITION The Clerk noted that she had researched the minutes and the Council members have copies of those minutes. Mr. LaMotte indicated in the minutes that he would deed to the City Outlot A as a drainage easement. Mr. Mike Mastro of 1553 LaMotte Road stated his objections to the pro- posed use of this Outlot for an access to the lake. He requested this Council issue a position statement as to the use of this Outlot and this matter can be closed. Mr. Reinert reported that he had viewed the Outlot and felt that the property is low and questioned whether any previous Council had viewed this as an access to the lake. He felt this should remain as a drainage way. Mayor Benson asked if the Park Board had made any other determinations other than what is in the minutes? Mr. Schumacher noted the recommendation had been that, if this is to be used by the residents in any fashion it should not be sold, but there could be consideration of leasing on a year to year basis at the maximum. Mr. Reinert felt the use of this lot is for the drainage of the surround - ing lands and if this is allowed to be used as an access, he felt that this could create a maintainance problem for the City. Mr. Reinert moved to declare officially the intended use of the Outlot be for a drainage way and the City hold and maintain it for that purpose. Seconded by Mrs. Elsenpeter. Mayor Benson asked if this is necessary and Mr. Hawkins said this is not necesary but it is a statement of this Council's position. Mr. Mastro asked how the persons who had asked for the use of this Outlot be notified of the Council's decision? and is this a final determination on this Outlot? The Council felt that since there are three papers represented at this meeting, the decision of the Council would be well publicized. In answer to his second questions - nothing is forever. Mr. Mastro asked that the understanding with the St. Paul Water Dept. be read into the minutes dated Oct. 7, 1970; "the adjoining land owners may not use the Water Dept. land for the purpose of allowing public access to the lake." Vicky Voigt - 6900 LaMotte Road - asked if this oot could be used to just get to the lakd? She stated that there is no way to cross the 1 1 1 August 8, 1983 land without going through a garden. Mrs. Voigt asked if carrying a conoe through and launching would be allowed? or would they just be allowed to walk across,)to have access to the lake? 81 Mr. Reinert said, if the motion passes, then this will be retained and used for drainage purposes. Mr. Voigt asked about the minutes and was told there is nothing in the minutes to indicate this Outlot was to be used by the residents as a Lake access. Mr. Reinert pointed out that if this becomes, <a public access for a boat launch, this does not preclude the use of this land by any person from any place. He pointed out the possibility of parties, litter, etc. that could turn this area into something no one would want. Motion carried unanimously. Year Book Request - a request from the Forest Lake High School for an advertisement in the Year Book. The previous year the City has purchased space in the year books for all three school districts. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to purchase an ad for $100.00 in each of the three year boods. Seconded by Mrs. Elsenpeter. Motion carried unanimously. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE - REP. JOE QUINN Mr. Quinn was introduced to the Council and he suggested going through a question and answer session in order to cover the areas of interest to this Council. Mayor Benson suggested a general statement of what he felt the legislature had accomplished for small cities - some of the things that were positive and some of the things that were negative. Mr. Quinn noted that the economic status of the State was the most improtant thing - nothing that Lino Lakes had received only a portion of the State Aid and in the process of trying to solve this problems of economics, the small cities got hurt. There was also discussion on the proposed race track, the odds that it could be located in the North area, number of members on the Commission, etc. Mr. Reinert asked about the shift in the controls being shifted downward to the State and then to the local governments - he flet this has not happened at the State level - will the legislature comply with this practice more so in the future than they have done in the past? Mr. Quinn pointed out the economic status of the State and the deficit they are facing and this must be solved before any other problems are considered. Mayor Benson asked if there was any specific legislation the City should be aware of and Mr. Quinn reminded them of the Jobs Bill and suggested this be used. 82 August 8, 1983 Mayor Benson asked if this legislative session had done enough in the economic area to avoid a situation such as just occurred? Mr. Quinn felt taht steps have been taken to avoid such a deficit and that the adjustments made should take care of this problem. There was discussion on the Super Fund Bill and on the disposal of Hazardous Waste. Mr. Quinn pointed out that he is opposed to burying this material. He felt it should be burned or if stored, very, very carefully monitored. Mr. Reinert asked about incentives for sharing of services by the smaller communities. He felt the State should provide some assistance for the establishment of such programs. Mr. Quinn asked why the Citites don't do it already? He requested that Mr. Reinert set up a meeting - he would like to discuss this with him. Mr. Quinn requested Mr. Schumacher to set up a meeting with Mr. Reinert and anyone else who, would be interested in idscussing this matter. • Mr. Schumacher noted the changes in the Levy Limit and asked where this is going? How is the City to know how to handle this matter? Mr. Quinn felt that this all goes back to the matter of property taxes and if they raise, the people feel that the legislators did it and this is one thing they try to avoid. He said he did not have an answer. Mayor Benson thanked Mr. Quinn for spending this time with the Council and answering their questions and asked that he keep them informed on legislation that could affect the City. 1 1 A recess was called at this point in the meeting. The meeting reconvened. PARK BOARD REPORT Mr. Schumacher reported that at the last Park Board meeting the Board felt the development of Country Lakes Park should be started. The Board passed a motion requesting authorization for the preparation of plans and specifications and to advertise for bids for this Park. Mr. Schumacher reported there had been some question on the beach area but there had been people from the State looking at the area and they felt there should be no problem in a small swimming beach in that area. Mayor Benson asked if someone knew how the new figures on the survey was arrived at - does the smaller numbers represent families? Mr. Ken Johnson was in the audience and he noted that these figures were put together by Mrs. LaBlond and if he had understood correctly, they represent families. Mrs. Elsenpeter moved that the Park Board be authorized to have plans and specifications prepared for Country Lakes Park and to also authorize advertisement for bids on this project. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Mr. Reinert asked how much money does the City have toward the develop ment of this Park? Mr. Schumacher said the City has $52,000.00 from the State and approximately $59,000.00 from the Federal Government. Mr. Reinert asked the total cost of the project and Mr. Schumacher said $145,000.00. The Motion carried with Mayor Benson voting, No. 1 1 August 8, 1983 ENGINEER'S REPORT 83 Mr. Davidson reported on the bid openings for the installation of sewers in the Baldwin Lake Mobile Home Park. The low bid was submitted by Channel Construction in the amount of $46,193.50 and Mr. Davidson re- commended this bid be approved. The bonding amount should be approximately $100,000.00 in order to cover the cost of construction, the SAC for the Mobile Home Park and the various other expenses involved in the issuance of the bonds. Mr. Reinert moved to approve the following Resolution #83 -26 WHEREAS, pursuant to an advertisement for bids for the improvement of Baldwin Lake Mobile Home Park, bids were received, opened and tabulated according to law, and WHEREAS, it appears that Channel Construction of Isle, Minnesota is the lowest responsible bidder. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA: 1. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to enter into the attached contract with Channel Construction of Isle, MN in the name of the City of Lino Lakes for the improvement of Baldwin Lake Mobile Home Park according to the Plans and Specifications therefore ,approved by the City Council and on file in the office of the City Clerk. 2. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to return forth- with to all bidders the deposits made with their bids, except that the deposits of the successful bidder and the next lowest bidder shall be retained until a contract has been signed. Adopted by the City Council this 8th day of August, 1983. Edna L. Sarner, City Clerk 'enson, Mayor Mr. Reinert also added this approval is contingent upon the receipt of the required Letter of Credit, Developer's Agreement and the necessary easements. Motion was seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Benson stated that the bonding for this project was unusual and that is the reason for the City's involvement that this is not setting a precedent. Rice Lake Estates Sewer Service District - Mr. Davidson presented his suggested sewer and water service district on the overhead noting the 84 August 8, 1983 areas that could be served by the proposed lift station. There are certain areas that could be served by gravity and this was pointed out. This would include the area south of Gladstone to include the Lake Drive area. It was pointezi this is the area that could be served. Mr. Davidson presented some suggestions for the paying for this facility to include connection charges, etc. There are no figures to deal with at this point in the study. Mr. Davidson suggested the Rice Lake Estates plat be served by a system such as is in the Country Lakes area and explained how this could be connected to a full system at a later date. Mr. Davidson suggested a detailed study on the sewer and water district in order to more fully know the extent of the area. Mr. Davidson reported that, based on the preliminary report given here tonight, he would recommend a feasibility study be prepeared for both the water and sewer districts. Both studies would cost $5,000.00. Mrs. Elsenpeter asked, if with just the trunk line and the system to the pla, would this be feasible and Mr. Davidson said, Yes. Mr. Reinert felt it is important that the residents understand that this service is just available and the consideration of this porject if for the Rice Lake Estates. Mayor Benson asked if a portion of the feasibility study for the water and sewer districts would not be paid by the developers and Mr. Davidson said, Yes, if the project proceeds, then that portion of the costs dealing with the project, will be charged back to the project. The district was outlined and discussed. Mr. Reinert felt it was im- protant that it be made clear that ony the Rice Lake Estates would be forced to connect to the sewers, for the remainder of the area, it would be available. Mr. Schumacher questioned the agailability of this line to serve Ulmer's III Addition - Mr. Davidson said a line would need to be extended North on '2nd Avenue to serve the plat. Mr. Reinert felt it was very important that defined lines and some definite facts be available before any informational meeting is scheduled/ Mr. Davidson said he would have no problem holding an informational meeting to present the information that is available. Mrs. Elsenpeter felt there is not enough facts and figures to hold such a meeting. She felt, that until the feasibility study is completed, there isn't much to present to the people. Mr. Reinert moved to authorize the feasibility study. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. ATTORNEY's REPORT Mr. Hawkins reported that he had reviewed the Ordinance establishing 1 85 August 8, 1983 th8. Cable TV Franchise and could not find any problems with the document. Mr. Hawkins pointed out, that under the City Charter, this franchise must be done by Ordinance and a Public Hearing must be held. There must be 10 days published notice and therefore, due to publication deadlines, this cannot be heard until at the next Council meeting. Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to introduce the Cable TV Franchise Ordinance and waive the reading of this document and to set a Public Hearing for August 29, 1983 at 7:00 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Benson requested that any Council member who will not be at that meeting, please contact the office. Mrs. Elsenpeter reported there will be a document forthcoming setting up the commission to administer this Franchise. Mayor Benson reminded the Council of the scheduled meeting for August 15, 1983 with the Circle Pines Utility Commission. MINNESOTA EMERGENCY EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT ACT Mr. Schumacher reported this is the Jobs Bill that was discussed earlier and noted the requirements necessary to qualify under this program. He noted that this is a 40 hour per wiik job for 6 months or 20 hours per week for one year. The salary is $4.00 per hour with a $1.00 additional for benefits. Mr. Schumacher reported there is some question on the $1.00 for benefits - he will have more information on this later. After some discussion as to the hours, salaries, and jsut where these . persons would be used, Mr. Reinert moved to proceed with these applications and discuss the employing when the applicants are available. Seconded by Mrs. Elsenpeter. Motion carried unanimously. TAX FORFEIT PROPERTY Mr. Schumacher reported on this application reporting that Mrs. Langfeld had discussed this property with Mr. Reinert as to the price of the lots. Mr. Reinert had suggested that the lots be conveyed to the City for $1.00 and Mrs. Langfeld has said the price had been set at $100.00. Mr. Reinert moved to obtain these lots on Black Duck Drive for $100.00 per lot. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. WAYS & MEANS COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS This committee had met to consider the review of the Building Official's salary and had recommended a 2% adjustment effective July , 1983. The second item discussed was using SBA for an investment firm for the City. The Committee had recommended this firm be used on a very limited basis using only $100,000.00 and reporting to the Council at each meeting. Mrs. Elsenpeter moved to approve both recommendations of the Ways & Means Committee. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS August 8, 1983 Mayor Benson asked if the 49 Club is getting the required fence in- stalled and Mr. Schumacher reported that according to the Building Official, the fence should be installed this week. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Schumacher reminded the Council of the Chamber of Commerce meeting at Bert's at 7:30 P.M. Mr. Schumacher noted that when the public hearing was held on the new zoning map, the classification of LI was left at the Molin Concrete Plat. Mr. Molin has been in the process of obtaining permission from the Rice Creek Watershed Board for the erection of an extension of his building. When the Ordinance was checked it was found this property is in the wrong classification - should be zoned GI for this type of operation. Mr. Schumacher requested that a Public Hearing be set to correct this oversight and rezone this property to GI. Mr. Reinert moved to set a Public Hearing, August 29, 1983 at 7:15 P.M. Seconded by Mrs. Elsenpeter. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schumacher reported that Cheif Myhre and he had spent quite a bit of time interviewing for the Police Patrolman's position. He would like to set up some time - an hour before the next Council meeting - for the Council members to talk with the finalist. The Council agreed. Mr. Schumacher asked if the Council would want to go through the financial report tonight and the consensus was to table. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to adjourn. Seconded by Mrs. Elsenpeter. Aye. 10:00 P.M. These minutes were considered and approved at a regular Council meeting held on August 22, 1983. b./e,a- /),L4L---i) Edna L. Sarver, City Clerk . Benson, Mayor