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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/11/1984 Council MinutesMay 29, 1984 Mr. Marier suggested that someone should check on the Kohl residence and see what is happening at that location. 239 Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to adjourn at 9:30 P.M. Seconded by MR. Reinert. Aye. These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at a regular Council meeting held on June 11, 1984. Edna L. Sarner, City Clerk enjam enson, Mayor Council Meeting June 11, 1984 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order June 11, 1984 at 7:10 P.M., by Mayor Benson with all members present. Mr. Hawkins, Mr. Davison, Mr. Schumacher, Chief Myhre, Mr. Kluegel and Mrs. Sarner, were also present. Mayor Benson asked Mr. Hawkins to conduct the swearing in of the new Charter Commission members. Mr. Hawkins administered the Oath of Office to Mrs. Jan Apitz, Mr. Robert Rud, Mr. John Benson and Mr. David Storberg. Mayor Benson made note of the fact that a lot of volunteers are needed to assist in the running of the City and this is appreciated by the Council. MINUTES - MAY 29, 1984 Mr. Marier corrected the minutes - on page seven, paragraph 11, Mr. Marier also voted, no, on Mr. Kohl's Conditional Use Permit. Mayor Benson noted that an item that was discussed was that each officer should replace all materials used from a squad car before he completes his shift. Mayor Benson corrected paragraph seven, page seven, should read "a car should only remain in a non - repair state for one week . . . " Mayor Benson asked if Mr. Kohl's current residence had been checked and Chief Myhre said, No, not yet. Mr. Reinert moved to approve the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. DISBURSEMENTS - May 31, 1984 /June 11, 1984 Mr. Marier moved to approve the disbursements of May 31, 1984 as pre- sented. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimously. 240 June 11, 1984 On considering the disbursements of June 11, 1984, Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve. Seconded by Mr. Reinert. Mayor Benson questioned some repairs done outside the shop on a patrol car - Mr. Schumacher said this was probably something that had to be done in a hurry and the mechanic was not available. Mayor Benson also questioned the check for the folding doors in the new Council chamber - isn't there work to be done on those doors. Mr. Schumacher said, Yes, one of the doors must be reversed and this check will be held until the work is done. The check for Rivard electric will also be held until Mr. Volk returns from vacation to make sure the work is done as was speci- fied. Motion to approve the disbursements carried unanimously. OPEN MIKE Mrs. Morris Carlson appeared before the Council to discuss a problem she has with a neighbor who has a Special Use Permit to have a horse on less than the required acreage. She said he has not installed the proper fencing. Mrs. Carlson said Mn Nelson only had two acres of land minus the part taken for the road. Mrs. Carlson said their property borders on three sides. Mrs. Carlson said she had extended the exist- ing fence twice and Mr. Nelson had torn the fence she had installed down. Mayor Benson asked Mr. Nelson to come forward and present his side of the dispute. Mr. Nelson said he had two strands of wire and the third strand on top is electrified. Mr. Nelson said the Building Inspector had inspected his facilities and had said they were sufficient. Mr. Nelson felt that if this Council wants to revoke his special use permit to have the horse, that's OK with him, he now would qualify under the hobby farm ordin- ance. After some questions and answers, Mr. Reinert felt there is not enough facts in this issue to make a decision, and he suggested that Mr. Kluegel get together with Mrs. Carson and Mr. Nelson and come to some decision on this. Mrs. Carlson pointed out that Mr. Nelson goes outside the fence with motorcycles and snowmobiles. Mr. Marier said that Mr. Nelson did not put the fence on the line and he claims he has 5 to 8 feet outside the fence that is still his prop- erty. Mr. Marier said he cannot tell whether the fence is on Mr. Nelson's property or on Mrs. Carlson's property. Mr. Marier said he did observe that quite a few of the corn rows had been flattened with vehicle traffic. The general consensus of the Council was that no decision can be made on this issue until the location of the property lines is settled. Mr. Nelson said if his fence is on the Carlson property, he will remove it and if his kids are running vehicles on the Carlson property, he will see that is stops. Mr. Marier said a meeting will be set with the two parties involved and Mr. Kluegel and there will be Council representation at that meeting. Mr. Nelson will be informed when this meeting is scheduled 1 1 1 June 11, 1984 and if it is invonvenient for him, a new date will be selected. 241 It was pointed out there are no stakes on the north side of this prop- erty and Mr. Nelson measured his property lines from the stakes on the south. PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED SEWER PROJECT Mayor Benson noted that a pad will be passed around for people to sign if they wish to speak to the issue, or if they wish to ask a question or make a comment, there are extra pages for that purposes. Mayor Benson opened the Public Hearing at 7:45 P.M. and asked Mr. Davidson to present his study. Mayor Benson suggested that if the people have any questions that deal with the specific subject, then they should ask at the time Mr. Davidson is discussing that issue. If it is a general question that can be answered later, please wait until Mr. Davidson had completed his presentation. Mr. Davidson presented the area proposed to be sewered, noting that the only area being considered for this project is the area colored in green. Mr. Davidson reported that the feasibility report for this project had been done in September, 1983. The Council at that time set criteria for the proposal. One of the stipulations was that unless a developed property petitioned to connect to this line, there would be no assessment on that parcel. Mr. Davidson noted this hearing is for the purpose to allow all persons in the affected area to be heard and if there are persons not in the affected area and want to be in- cluded, this is possible by being petitioned for. Mr. Davidson presented a map outlining the area to be served by water and sewer. This sewer will be served by the extension of the inter- ceptor on North Road to the west boundary of the City. The area would be then served by a gravity system. The water supply will be initiated to serve the Rice Lake Estates. Mr. Davison then outlined the several alternatives that could be used to service the remaining area, with the possible construction of on overhead storage tank. The methods with the possiblity of one or the other or perhaps a combination of both will be studied for the best system that is most cost effective. Mr. Davidson pointed out this construction will probably be done in three stages and he pointed out the areas that would be included in each phase, explaining the reasons for this phasing. Mr. Davidson reported that the project has been determined to be feasible. Mr. Davidson then explained the financing of the project and how this will be assessed back to the affected properties. The affected area contains approximately 522 acres with the area assessment per acre at a 50% rate would be $3,790.00. The unit cost per home $1,325.00. Connection charge $1,590.00 for a total of $2,195.00. Mr. Davidson emphasised all these figures are estimates based on the current cost figures available. The estimated cost of the project is $4.4 million with half of the cost to be covered by assessment and half by connec- tion charges. 242 June 11, 1984 Mr. Davidson pointed Out that due to a Charter provision, no decision will be made on the project at this meeting. A 60 -day waiting period must elapse before Plans and Specifications may be ordered. Then there must be a three -week advertising period before bids can be opened and tabulated. Mr. Davidson felt that the assessment hearing should be held some time in September in order for the Assessments to be certi- fied to the Council before October 10, 1984. Mr. Davidson completed his presentation and Mayor Benson called a 10- minute break, the meeting reconvened at 8:45 p.m. Mayor Benson asked about the area assessment in addition to the assess- ment. Mr. Davidson said, yes, this seems to be the most equitable method of assessing the overall cost so that the persons who will most use the system pay their fair share. Mayor Benson asked would anyone living in the areas of white on the map, and the sewer goes in front of his property, will that person be forced to hook up and Mr. Davidson said, No, there would not be a connection provided. Mayor Benson asked, if there is sewer in the street, can the owner have a private contractor install to the residence and Mr. Davidson said the service lines are only extended to the property line and it is his responsibility from that point. Several residents of the Lakeview Area had technical and legal questions which Mr. Davidson and Mr. Hawkins answered. Mr. Hawkins pointed out per the requirements in the City Charter, the Council does not have the authority to put in a project over the objections of the residents of the area proposed to be serviced. Mr. Larson, of the finance committee of St. Joe's Church, said the 40 acres the Church owns is for sale, but there had not been a committment as of this date. As of this date, the Church is not interested in the sewer for that land. Mr. Davidson said that acreage could be deleted without affecting the project. Someone asked about the risks and if the City as a whole would not be- come responsible for this assessment in the event of a default by the developers and Mr. Hawkins explained that the City has a developers agreement that requires a 100% Letter of Credit be posted by each developer to cover the assessments If the developer goes bankrupt that has no effect on the Letter of Credit which is issued by a bank. Mayor Benson pointed out that the City Council has been working this project for over a year and felt that all aspects of this project have been considered. He felt that both the developers and the residents of the City has been accommodated. There was some question on who is /who isn't to be assessed and Mr. Marier pointed out that if there is a home on the property at this date, that home will not be assessed for any cost. There was a question as to when the Council will make a decision on this project and it was pointed out that, according to the City Charter 1 1 1 June 11, 1984 no decision can be made for 60 days. In the meantime, any property owner within the proposed assessed area can petition against. Mr. Hawkins pointed out that only the property owners proposes to be ass- essed can petition. Mayor Benson noted that if the property owners in the area who may be interested in the sewer and water, want to participate in the project, then they must petition the City to be included. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to close this hearing at 10:20 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. 243 Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to continue this Council meeting until 11:00 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimously. A ten - minute recess was called at this point in the meeting. The meet- ing reconvened. Park Board Report The matter of the vacation of LaMotte Park was put before the Council. Mr. Schumacher reported on the Attorney's research on this matter. The Park Board is in favor of eliminating this Park. Mr. Hawkins reported that the Park can be vacated but payment from the heirs of that land cannot be asked to pay for this park. It was noted that the owners may make a "donation" to the City, but the City cannot demand this action. Mayor Benson asked if this matter should not be referred to the Park Board for a final decision. Mr. Schumacher said this has been dis- cussed and this information had been presented at their last meeting. Mr. Marier moved to send this matter back to the Park Board for their recommendation. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unani- mously. SEMINARS AND CONFERENCES Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to table this item. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimously. SQUAD CAR ROTATION PROPOSAL Chief Myhre reviewed this proposal noting when the new cars will be put on the streets and the anticipated mileage for those cars. After some discussion on this matter, Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the rotation of the squad cars as proposed by Chief Myrhe. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried with Mr. Marier voting no. Mayor Benson requested the two remaining items under Chief Myhre's re- port to be tabled. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to table consideration of the Firearms Ordinance and Junk Car Ordinance. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried Unanimously. ATTORNEY'S REPORT Mr. Hawkins had no further report at this time. 244 June 11, 1984 CONTINUATION OF THE PARK BOARD REPORT Court Bids - Mr. Schumacher presented the two bids for the surfacing of the Tennis Courts in Arena Acres. One bid of $2,320.00 and one bid of $2,764.00. The Park Board recommended approval of the low bid with the addition of $100.00 for the two colors. This money is to be paid from the dedicated park fund. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the recommendation of the Park Board. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. Shelves for storage building - Mr. Schumacher reported that the VFW had given $300.00 earmarked for this project. The Park Board will pick up the balance of this cost. Mr. Marier moved to approve this request. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schumacher noted this should be approximately $50.00. BMX Track Announcer's Tower - The Park Board had considered this re- quest from Mr. Klienhans and had recommended the expenditure of dedicated funds in the amount of $250.00/$350.00 for the construction of this structure. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve this recommendation - to be expended from dedicated park funds. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimously. Parking on West Shadow Lake Drive - There is parking on that street near the culvert by fishermen. The Park Board had requested some "No Parking" signs be erected along that stretch of street to be left to the discretion of the Public Works supervisor. Mr. Marier moved to approve this request. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Benson noted that he had also received a letter about the park- ing along Aqua Lane. This will be on the next agenda. Consideration of resignation of Mr. Jim Arntzen - Mr. Arntzen is moving out of the City. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to accept this resigna- tion and a letter to be sent thanking him for his time spent on the Park Board. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS Mr. Schumacher requested a date be set for the organizational meeting of the Fire' Commission. Mr. Reinert moved to authorize Mr. Schumacher to contact Centerville and schedule this meeting. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimously. Senior Center Kitchen Bids - Mr. Schumacher reported on the bids re- ceived for the installation of the cabinets in the kitchen; 1) Lino Cabinet - $5,380.00; Hirsch's - $5,330.00; 3) Jerry's Kitchens - $4,253.00. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the low bid from Jerry's Kitchens. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried unanimously. Internship - Mr. Schumacher reported that he had checked for a local person and did not find any. He requested authorization to continue June 11, 1984 with this program. Mr. Marier moved to approve. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. 245 Mayor Benson noted that he and Mr. Marier had met and had gone through the job description for the new position and had changed the title to Accounting Clerk and had reduced the advertising to only one time in the metro papers. Mr. Schumacher noted that Mr. Sikorski's personnel will be at the City Hall on the first Thursday of the month to answer questions that the citizens may have. Mayor Benson reported that he and Mr. Schumacher had been at the uphol- stery shop at the prison on this date to look at new chairs for the Council chambers. Mayor Bensorn_alsorequested an update on the budget and how the depart- ment expenditures are in relationship to the budget. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Aye. 11:00 P.M. These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at a regular Council meeting held on June 25, 1984. Edna L. Sarner, City Clerk :Tine 20,198`f The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 7:00 P.M., June 25, 1984 by Mayor Benson with all members present. Also present were Mr. Hawkins, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Schumacher, Chief Myhre, Mr. Kluegel and Mrs. Sarner. MINUTES - JUNE 11, 1984 Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. DISBURSEMENTS - JUNE 25, 1984 Mr. Marier questioned the check for the concrete slab in front of the building. Mr. Schumacher explained this had been reduced from the original bid to $1,000.00 due to the dissatisfaction of Mr. Meirs. He will re- sandblast the surface and reseal. Mr. Marier had a question on the check for the advertising of the accounting clerk's position. The Clerk explained that she had been unable to cancel the first publication. Mr. Marier moved to approve the disbursements holding check #15933 to Mr. Hank Meirs. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unani- mously.