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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/09/1984 Council Minutes156 Council Meeting December 27, 1983 These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at a regular Coumcil meeting held on January 9, 1984. 9J-e-,1-7,Le,L) Edna L. Sarner, City Clerk enson, Mayor Council Meeting January 9, 1984 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 7:00 P.M., January 9, 1984 by Mayor Benson with all members present. Mr. Hawkins, Mr. Schumacher, Chief Myhre, Mr. Volk and Mrs. Sarner were also present. OATH OF OFFICE Mr. Hawkins administered the Oath of Officer to the elected officials. Mr. Benson was sworn in as Mayor and Mr. Marier and Mr. Bohjanen were sworn in as Council Members. MINUTES - December 27, 1983 Mr. Reinert moved to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. DISBURSEMENTS - December 29. 1983 - January 9, 1984 Mr. Marier moved to approve the disbursements of December 29, 1983 as presented. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Motion carried with Mr. Bohjanen and Mr. Kulaszewicz abstaining. Mr. Marier moved to approve the disbursements of January 9, 1984 as presented. Seconded by Mr, Kulaszewicz. Motion carried with Mr. Bohjanen abstaining. OPEN MIKE There was no one who wished to appear under this protion of the agenda. CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS Joanne Wright, Administrator of these Grant Funds for Anoka County was present at this meeting to discuss the use of these Funds with the Council. MR. Schumacher gave a brief summary of the discussions prior to this meeting concerned with the areas in which these funds were being considered. The possibility of use in connection with the fire service district; and use in connection with the extension of a trunk sewer line. Council Meeting Janaury 9, 1984 157 Mrs. Wright pointed out that the two main qualifying considerations are 1) the project must serve an area with 51%of low and mederate income persons and 2) the area being considered must be defined as a slum or blighted area by State definition. There is a third area - an emergency project - which Mrs. Wright pointed out was very hard to qualify. Mrs. Wright said that building a fire station is an allowed use of the funds, it must be proven that the area to be served must have 51% of low and moderate income persons. The sewer trunk line would also have to meet the above qualifications. Mrs. Wright pointed out that according to the 1980 census, the City of Lino Lakes does not have a block area that would qualify under the low and moderate income requirements. Mayor Benson asked, if this City does a project to assist a low and moderate income housing project, and when it is finished the project, doesn't qualify, what happens? Mrs. Wright said, that if the area does not qualify under HUD regulations at the time of their inspection, the City will have to refund the money spent on that project. In order to qualify as a low income family, the income cannot be above $25,300.00 for a family of f(ur. The income factor rises as the number in the family falls. Mr. Marier asked, if a survey was made at this time and the results showed there is 51% of low income persons, would this be recognized? Mrs. Wright said, Yes, uless HUD had information to the contrary. Mr. Schumacher asked how soon a decision from the district must be received? This decision deals with the splitting of the funds, how this is to be done, and what City will get how much in what year. HE asked how soon this desision must be in to the County? Mrs. Wright said she should have that information by the 20th. Mrs. Wright was thanked for her presentation and for the time to appear and explain this matter to the Council. The various aspects of the use of these funds was discussed and the general consensus of the Council was that a meeting is needed in order to make a decision on this within the time frame set forth. Mr. Marier moved to meet at 9:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 14, 1984 at the City Hall prior to the Fire Study meeting and table a decision on this matter until that time. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewica. Motion carried unanimously. SQUAD CAR STUDY - CHIEF Myhre Chief Myhre presented a ;study done comparing the various features of the Suburban and the Malibu being used as squad cars. There were questions and answers on the various uses of the cars, Chief Myhre recommended the purchase of a Suburban Diesel. Mayor Benson called a recess at this point in the meeting. The meeting 158 Council Meeting January 9, 1984 reconvened. Mayor Benson questioned the Council members as to their opinions on what type of squad car should be purchased. The general consensus of the members was for a full size sedan. There was some discussion on the type of fuel - diesel? propane? gas? Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to take bids for a full sized sedan. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. RICE LAKE ESTATES EAW WORKSHEET The material for this consideration was not available at this time. Mr. Marier moved to table this item. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimosuly. 1984 APPOINTMENTS Planning and Zoning - Mayor Benson noted that he had contacted the members whose terms are expiring and they had agreed to serve an additional term. Mr. Prokop, Mr. Doocy and Mrs. Klaus are members whose terms are expiring. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the re- appointment of Mr. Prokop, Mr. Doocy and Mrs. Klaus for a three year term. Seconded by MR. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Benson named Mr. McLean as Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Board. PARK BOARD - Mr. Ken Johnson and Mr. Lindy are members whose terms are expiring. Mr. Marier maed to approve the re- appointment of Mr. Ken Johnson and Mr. Lindy to a three year term on the Park Board. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Benson appointed MR. Ken Johnson as Chairman of the Park Board. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - there are no terms expiring on that Committee. Mayor Benson appointed Mr. Harvey Karth as Chairman of that Committee. ATTORNEY - Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to appoint the firm of Burke and Hawkins as the Legal Representative for the City. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. ENGINEER - Mr. Reinert moved to appoint the firm of TKDA as the City's representative. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried with Mr. Marier and Mr. Kulaszewicz voting, No. PLANNER - Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to appoint the firm of Barton/ Aschmann as the representative for the City. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. Council Meeting January 9, 1984 159 WEED INSPECTOR - Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to re- appoint Mr. Allan Robinson as weed inspector for 1984. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen Motion carried unanimously. FIRE MARSHALL - Mr.Kulaszewicz moved to appoint Mr. Mark Frieden as Fire Marshall for the City. Seconded by MR. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. CIVIL DEFENSE DIRECTOR - Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the re- appointment of Mr. Charles Cape. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. HEALTH OFFICER - Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the Anoka County Health Department as the City's representative. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimously. FISCAL AGENT - Mr. Reinert moved to appoint Springsted, Inc. as the Fiscal Agent for the City. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimously. LEGAL NEWSPAPER - Mayor Benson felt it would be wise to allow the three newspapers to appear before the Council with their presentation at a future date. Mr. Bohjanen moved to ask the newspapers to present their proposals to the City Council on February 13, 1984 and to continue to use the White Bear Press in the interim. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Gene Johnson, of the Quad Press, was present and made a brief statement on behalf of his paper. Mayor Benson appointed Mr. Reinert as Acting -Mayor for the year 1984. Mayor Benson made the following liaison appointments; Planning and Zoning Cable Commission Street Committee Park Board Ways & Means Charter Commission Suburban Chamber of Commerce Vadnais Heights Water Management Rice Creek Watershed Economic Development Committee Police Committee Mr. Kulaszewicz Mr. Bohjanen Mayor Benson & Mr. Marier Mr. Bohjanen Mayor Benson & Mr. Marier Mr. Kulaszewicz Mr. Reinert Mr. Reinert Mr. Reinert Mayor Benson Mr. Kulaszewicz & Mr. Marier ATTORNEY's REPORT Mr. Hawkins had no report at this time. FEASIBILITY REPORT REQUEST - MR. NORBERT WEBER Mr. Schumacher explained that Mr. Weber has lands that border on the 160 Council Meeting January 9, 1984 East side of Tomahawk Trail. He wants to split the land and is requesting the extension of the sewer line to serve his lots. Mr. Weber is aware of the fact that any cost involved with this report must be paid by him. RESOLUTION #84 -1 RESOLUTION DECLARING ADEQUACY OF PETITION AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF REPORT BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of Lino Lakes, Minnesota: 1. That certain Petition requesting the following described dimprovements: the installation of sewers on Tomahawk Trail from Birch Street West to the border of Shenandoah II. filed with the City on the 29th day of December, 1983, is hereby declared to be signed by at least twenty -five (25 %) percent in number of the benefited property owners as required by Section 8.01, Subd, 1, of the Lino Lakes City Charter. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Lino Lakes, Minnesota: That the proposed improvement be referred to the City Engineer for study and that he is instructed to report to the Council with all convenient speed advising the Council in a preliminary way as to whether the proposed improvement is feasible and as to whether it should best be made as proposed or in connection with some other improvement, and the estimated cost therefor which shall be set out both in unit price and total. That the estimated number of benefited property owners by such improvement is one (1). Adopted by the Council this 9th day of January, 1984. Edna L. Sarner, City Clerk enson, Mayor Mr. Marier moved to adopt the foregoing Resolution ##84 -1. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. STATUS REPORT ON SHOREVIEW UTILITY PROPOSAL Mr. Schumacher reported on the letters he had sent to the affected property owners and noting the answers he had received from the persons interested in this project. Mr. Schumacher was requested to contact the person who had not re- sponded for their opinion on this matter. 1 1 161 Council Meeting January 9, 1984 2nd READING - ORDINANCE #13 -83 - AMENDING LIQUOR ORDINANCE Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to waive the reading of this Ordinance and to adopt the Ordinance as presented. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried with Mr. Marier voting. No. OLD BUSINESS There was no old business to discuss under this portion of the agenda NEW BUSINESS Mr. Schumacher presented Handbooks for Council Members that had been ordered for them. Also, material on a seminar to be held for Council Members. If any Me-mber is interested in attending, please let the office know.. ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT FOR 1984 Chief Myhre noted that the Contract is basically the same as last year with the exception of the charges. These have increase by 6.5 %. Mr. Schumacher noted that a 7% increase had been included in the budget, so this is well within the budgeted amount. Mr. Reinert had some questions concerning with the hours patrolled, the work being done by the CSO officer, isn't he doing most of the Animal Controls' work? the matter of quarterly or monthly reports - are they provided? Chief Myhre answered the quesitons. After further discussion on these matters, Mr. Reinert moved to approve the Animal Control Contract with White Bear Animal Control for 1984. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Marier requested that a letter of thanks be sent to Father Lee of the St. Jo's parrish. He is leaving the parrish. Mr. Marier moved this letter of thanks be sent. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Benson noted that he will deliver his State of the City address at the first meeting in February. He requested any comments from the Council members be forwarded to be included in the address. He also requested a copy of last year's address be sent to the Council members so they are aware of the format he used. Mayor Benson reported that he had received a request from the Planning and Zoning Board requesting a meeting with the Council quarterly or three times a year to discuss matter in general. He would ask for comments on the proposal. There was also a requesat that Mr. Hawkins attend Planning and Zoning meetings - perhaps quarterly. He would like Council thoughts on this also. Mayor Benson reminded the Council of the special Council meeting on Saturday, January 14, 1984 at 9:00 A.M. and the fire study meeting on the same date at 10:00 A.M. 162 Council Meeting January 9, 1984 Mayor Benson reminded the Council of the openings on the Charter Commission and there must be a new Chairman appointed for that Commission. Mr. Marier moved to adjourn at 9:50 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Aye. These minutes were considered and approved at a regular Council meeting held on January 23, 1984. ) Edna L. Sarner, City Clerk Special Council Meeting January 14, 1984 The Special Meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 9:10 A.M., January 14, 1984 by Mayor Benson with all Council members present. Mr. Schumacher was also present. 1984 -1986 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS Mr. Schumacher re- capped the previous discu ssion on the use of these funds, noting some additional allowable uses he had included on the memo, and reminded the Council that any areas where this money is used must benefit low and moderate income persons. He had also included the suggestion of hiring a coordinator to assist in the organization of the Seniors. Mr. Schumacher reported that he had Oascussed this idea with other Senior Centers and they had felt the suggested 20 hours per week would be sufficient. The general consensus of these Centeres was that assistance is needed by the Seniors to get the programs established. Mr. Schumacher pointed out the request from Alexandra House for $3000.00 for 1984. Also, the parking lot, lighting, landscaping, kitchen, for the Senior Center - these items would cost approximately $20,000/$25,000. There was discussion as to the time a coordinator would be needed, the tasks that would be performed by that position. The Council felt the completion of the Center was the most important item, the programs, coordinator and other items could be worked in as needed and funds allow. Mayor Benson suggested approximately $32,000 for the SEnior Center over the next three (3) years and use the remaining amount of the funds in conjunction with the proposed trunk sewer for the Rice Lake Estates.