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COUNCIL MEETING
January 28, 1985
The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to
order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor Benson. Council members present:
Bohjanen, Reinert, Marier, Kulaszewicz. City Attorney, Bill Hawkins;
Acting City Engineer, Jim Johnson; Building Inspector, Pete Kluegel;
Assessor, Margie Roisum; Administrator, Randy Schumacher and Clerk -
Treasurer, Marilyn Anderson were also present.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 14, 1985
Mr. Marier moved to approve the minutes as presented. Mr. Kulaszewicz
seconded the motion. Motion declared passed.
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CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENTS - JANUARY 28, 1985
Mr. Marier asked about the disbursement to Northern Services for
water pipe damages. Mr. Schumacher explained this is for cleanup
after the water pipes broke near the Senior Center again. The
contractor will reimburse the City for these costs either through
bond company or the money the City has retained from the original
building contract. The architect, and the bonding company- will
be meeting with Mr. Schumacher later this week to determine how
this will be handled.
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the disbursements as presented..
Mr. Marier seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
Mayor Benson said the State of the City message_is an annual update
on where the City stands each year.
The entire address can be found at the end of this evening's minutes.
OPEN MIKE
No one appeared for open mike.
SENATOR DAHL TO DISCUSS FUTURE LEGISLATION CONCERNING LINO LAKES
Mayor Benson explained to the Council that Senator Dahl has another
commitment. He will appear before the Council in the near future.
In the meantime, Senator Dahl will meet with Mr. Schumacher, Circle
Pines Mayor Dahl and Administrator Craig Rapp on Thursday to discuss
some of the upcoming legislation.
CONSIDERATION OF RESIGNATION OF OFFICER JON ESSIG EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY
8, 1985
The Council has received a letter from Officer Essig stating his
intention to resign effective February 8, 1985 to accept a position
with Representative Gerry Sikorski.
Mr. Bohjanen moved to accept Mr. Essig's resignation. Mr. Reinert
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seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to send a letter to Mr. Essig thanking him
for his participation as a Police Officer. Mr. Marier seconded
the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Benson asked if there had been any past experience of part -time
officers moving up to become full -time officers when a vacancy
occurred. Mr. Bohjanen said he could remember two instances.
Mr. Bohjanen moved to place pact -time officer Mike Jensen in the
vacant full -time position. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion
carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF RESIGNATION OF MARK FRIEDEN, FIRE MARSHALL
Mr. Schumacher explained Mr. Frieden has submitted his resignation
to become effective as soon as a replacement is appointed.
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to accept Mr.- Frieden'sresignation :and send
him a letter of appreciation for his service.- Mr. Reinert - seconded
the motion. Carried unanimously.
Mayor Benson said the Fire District has discussed the idea of one
fire marshall for all three communities. Mr. Bohjanen moved a letter
be sent to the Fire District supporting the appointment of one
fire marshall for all three communities. Mr. Marier seconded the
motion. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING, ACCESSORY BUILDINGS ORDINANCE #14 -- 84 — PETE KLUEGEL
Mr. Kluegel explained this - proposed revision to the City Code
is in response to a petition from twenty eight of the City residents.
The planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of Ordinance
#14 - 84.
Mr. Kluegel outlined the major changes of the proposed Ordinance.
There were several residents in attendance who were in favor of
the revision.
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to close the public_ hearing at 7:44 P.M.
Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Reinert moved the adoption of Ordinance #14 - 84 and to dispense
with the reading. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously.
The Ordinance #14 - 84 in its entirety follows:
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COUNTY OF ANOKA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Ordinance No. 14 - 84
January 28, 1985
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2 OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES, BY
ICHANGING CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCESSORY BUILDINGS.
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The City Council of the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota
does ordain:
Ordinance No. 2 of the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota
passed by the City Council on May 24, 1983 is hereby amended by
changing certain requirements for accessory buildings pursuant to
the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Lino Lakes:
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AMENDMENT. Section 4, Subd. 7 of the Lino Lakes Ordinance No. 2 is
hereby amended to read as follows;
Subd. 7. Accessory Buildings and Structures.
(1) Types of Accessory Buildings. Storage or tool sheds; detached
garage; detached -rural storage buil ding; detached : domesticated
farm animal building.- Said accessory buildings are defined as
follows:
(A) Storage or Tool Shed. A small one-story-accessory building
used or intended for the storage of hobby tools and garden
equipment.
(B) Detached Garage.- A one - story accessory building used or
intended for the storage or motor driven passenger vehicles.
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(C) Rural Storag -e Building.- A one -story accessory building used
or intended- for the storage of hobby tools, garden equipment,
workshop equipment, boats, snowmobiles, etc.
(D) Detached-:Dourest- icated- Farm Animal Bui1.ding.. -- A one- s-toru
accessory building used ar intended for the shelter of
domestic farm animals and /or related feed or other farm
animal supportive materials. - Said building shall require
a Minnesota Pollution_ Control-- Agency Feedlot Permit.
(2) No accessory building or use shall be constructed or developed
on a lot prior to the time of construction of the principal
building to which it is accessory.
(3) Accessory building shall be considered as an integral part of
the principal building if it is located less than six (6) feet
from the principal building.
I (4) Houseboats are to be considered accessory structures for purposes
of applying this Ordinance. Any object that floats which has
sleeping accommodations and facilities for preparing food shall
be defined as a houseboat. All houseboats which are to be docked
or moored within the City limits for a period of six (6) days or
more shall require .an annual Conditional Use Permit. Said permit
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-hall show the owner, owner'saddress, boatlicence number,
whether the boat is to be used as a seasonal residence and, if soy
for what period of time during the year, type of sanitary
sewage facility, water supply, and plot plan showing method
of access to public road. Each houseboat shall have one
off - street parking space within four hundred (400) feet of
the access to the docking of such houseboat. No houseboat
shall be used as a permanent residence and, further, that
utilities including sanitary sewer, water, electricity, and
phone shall not be extended to the houseboat.
(5) Ice fishing houses stored on parcels of land during summer
months shall be considered an accessory building.
(6) Accessory buildings in the ER, R1 or greater Residential
districts must be set back at least ten (10) feet from the
side lot line and ten (10) feet from the rear lot line.
Tool sheds - five (5) foot set back at side and rear.
(7) Accessory buildings in the "Business" and "Industry" dis-
tricts shall not be closer than ten (10) feet from side
and rear lot lines subject to provisions for abutting resi-
dential zone. -
(8) No accessory building in a commercial or industrial district
shall exceed the height of the principal building except by
Conditional Use Permit.
(9) A private garage in an ER, R1 or greater residential district
shall not be utilized for business service or industry. Fur-
ther, that not more than one -half of the space may be rented
for the private vehicles of persons not resident on the pre -
mises. Such garage shall not be used for more than one
commercial vehicle. The gross weight of such vehicle shall
not exceed 11,075 pounds gross weight.
(10) Roadside.Stands._ - Seasonal,. temporary_ roadside for
the sale of agricultural products shall be permitted if:
1) they are erected at least 60 feet back from the nearest
edge of the roadway surface, 2) they are used exclusively
for the sale of agricultural products grown in the City of
Lino Lakes, and 3) adequate parking space is provided off
the road right -of -way and safe vehicular access and movements
are assured.
(11) Total Number and Specifications of Accessory Buildings Per-
mitted in Residential Districts. The following summarizes
the maximum number of accessory buildings allowed in an in-
dividual parcel according to lot size and residential dis-
trict.
(A) 20 acres or greater
(R & ER District)
- No requirement.
- Pole barns acceptable.
No maximum height re-
- quirement.
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(B) 10 to less than 20 acres
(R & ER District)
(C) 5 to less than 10 acres.
.(R & ER District)
(D) 2 5 to less than' 5 acres
(R & ER Districts)
(E) 1 to less than 2 _acres
(R, 'ER _& Other Residential
Districts)
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- 1 Tool shed (maximum
400 sq. it.).
1 Detached garage (max-
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imum 760 sq. ft.).
- 1 Storage building or
domesticated farm animal
building (maximum 2400
sq. ft.) .
- Pole barns acceptable.
- No maximum height re-
quirement.
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- 1 Tool shed (maximum
400 sq. ft.).
- 1 Detached garage (max-
imum 760 sq. ft.).
- 1 Storage Building or
domesticated farm animal
bui•Iding (maximum 1600
sq. .ft.).
- Pole barns ,acceptable.
- No maximum height re-
quirement.
- 1 _Tool_ shed..(maximum .
400 sq. 'ft.) .- manu-
factured metal structure
optional.
- 1 -Detached garage (max-
imum 760 sq. ft.), if
there is no attached garage.
- 1 Storage-building or.
domesticated farm animal
building -(maximum 1000
sg. ft.)
- No metal corrugated sid-
ing or rdof.
16 ft. maximum height.
- Roof and exterior color
& material compatible
with home (except manu-
factured metal tool shed).
- 1 Tool shed- (maximum
120 sq. ft:-) - manu-
factured metal structure
optional.
- 1 Detached garage (max-
imum 760 sq. ft.), if
there is no attached garage
1-Storage building (max-
imum 800 sq. ft.).
- 16 ft. maximum-height.
- No metal corrugated siding
or roof.
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(F) Under 11,250 sq. ft. to less
than 1 acre (R, ER & Other
Residential Districts)
- Roof and exterior colo
& material compatible
with home (except manu
factured metal tool sh
1 Tool shed (maximum 120
sq. ft.) - manufactured
metal structure optional.
- 1 Detached garage if there
is no attached garage
(maximum 760 sq. ft.).
- No metal corrugated siding
or roof.
- 14 ft: maximum height.
- Roof and exterior color
& material compatible
with home (except manu-
factured metal tool shed).
No storage buildings. or .detached garages in D, E, or -F will be
higher than house. -
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Save as above amended, said Ordinance
passed and as previously.amended.
No. 2 shall stand as initially 1
This Ordinance- shall- be - -in full force and effect from and after its
passage and publication according to the City Charter.
Passed this
day-of
, 1984.
Marilyn G. Anderson, City Clerk
enja in G Benson, Mayor
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PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED ASH STREET UTILITIES - JIM JOHNSON
Mr. Schumacher explained that a number of months ago a petition was
received from residents on Ash Street (County Rd. "J ") for the
installation of sewer and water utilities. The City Engineer re-
viewed the proposal and the Council authorized the staff to work
with the City of Shoreview for possible extension of their facilities
north of Ash Street and work into a joint powers agreement.
Mr. Jim Johnson with Toltz, King, Duvall and Anderson presented
the feasibility report to the Council and residents in attendance.
He used the overhead projector presenting maps, graphs and other
written material. This material is available at the City Office.
The proposed schedule for the project is as follows: public hearing
January 28, 1985, the Council will hold the public hearing open
for an additional sixty days for additional public comment, after
the 60 -day period the Council could order plans and specifications
in the early part of April and approve the plans and specifications
and advertising for bids in June, and the opening of _those -bids
in July and starting construct- ion -in August, assessment hearings
in September with- Certification—of the-assessment-on -October = -10,
1985.
A gentleman from the audience asked how much of the construction
cost was guaranteed. Mr. Johnson said the costs are estimated,
but are based on the costs incurred by Shoreview this past fall.
A gentleman who lives on Baldwin Lake Road and Town Road asked
what will he pay for and what will he get. Mr. Johnson explained
that this is a proposed area charge for lateral main water assessment
from Shoreview=:. There would be no additional cost for this area
until utilities are petitioned for and assessed:_- A resident -asked
why water assessments are being considered for such a large area.
Mr. _ Johnson said Shoreview = has determined -. that the Lino- Lakes - pro
portional- share. of the Shoreview-system is -$43 -, 6OQ -- Lino - Lakes=_
is proposing that this area can at sometime be served by the utility
being extended by Shoreview and therefore is considering the entire
area contribute to the Lino Lakes cost of $43,600. This could
be handled by a deferred assessment to the Baldwin Lake, Town Road
area residents or by hookup charges at such time water -is actually
installed in that area. Those along Ash Street who actually hook
up to the Shoreview system now will be paying their proportional
share at the time they hook up.
A resident asked who petitioned for the project and how many acres
do they -own. Mr.- Schumacher said the petition is on file and anyone
can have a copy of the petition. There are sixteen names on the
petition and four did not want to participate in any part of the
program.
A resident said that people on Baldwin Lake Road are against the
system because they have no benefit from it.
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Mr. Adams asked why he would be assessed. He already has sewer
and is being assessed for it. He was told he would have no further
sewer assessment but possibly water assessment.
Mr. McDonough said it is his understanding that it would be a lot
cheaper to tie in with Shoreview now instead of wait for some time
in the future.
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to close the public hearing at 8:55 P.M.
Mr. Marier seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Recess for five minutes.
The Council further discussed the Lino Lakes cost of the Shoreview
system of $43,600, what areas were buildable, what effect on the
project would elimination of the area wide charge be, would this
have to be born by the City, should deferred assessments be further
discussed with the residents.
Mr. - Marier -said the Baldwin Lake -Drive residents made it very clear
they did -not want- the project -and- the City- should not push - it down'.
their throats.
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to resurvey the petitioners to see if they
are still. interested in the utility. Mr. Marier seconded the motion.
Motion carried unanimously.
PLANNING AND ZONING REPORT - PETER KLUEGEL
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A. Larry Swistowski - Sign Variance. Mr. Kluegel explained Mr.
Swistowski has an existing 320' (10 -' X 32'_) non - permitted
advertising-sign, mounted- on a semi - truck trailer on his prop -- -
erty- adjacent to 35W and zoned rural_ Advertising signs over
six square feet require a conditional use permit. Mr. Swistowski
is proposing -a temporary advertising sign mounted on a wood._
frame - (ordinance requires. stee12-frame•)_ and he is also- request -ing_
a variance to the set back requirement.
The Planning and Zoning Board has recommended denial of both
requests due -to the_ fact that the sign does.not conform to
the 1200' separation between advertising signs on the same
side of the street and that-the proposed-sign is constructed
of wood not steel frame-and-does-not-fall within the temporary
sign definition in the sign ordinance.
Mr. Swistowski asked that this temporary sign be allowed to
stand through 1985 to recoup his investment and to determine
how much it will affect his business. They are considering
locating their business nearer the City and this period of
time will allow them to make this decision.
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Mr. Reinert read the definition for 'temporary' from the sign
ordinance, it was felt this definition needed more strength.
Mr. Schumacher reminded the Council that they need to state
a reason for denying or approving variances and conditional
use permits.
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Mr. Reinert moved to approve Mr. Swistowski's request for
putting up of a temporary sign for advertising his business
for the rest of 1985 to include approval of the conditional
use permit and variances. In making this motion he stated
he thought the Council would be acting in the best interest
of this gentleman in terms of allowing him to function and
maintain a viable business so that he can measure the effect
of his advertising along the highway versus the phone calls
coming out of the yellow pages. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the
motion. Motion carried with Mr. Marier'and-- ML._Kulaszewicz
voting, no.
B. Set Public Hearing for Rezone = -- Bruce - = Hanson -- February_25, --
1985, 7:30 P.M. - Mr. Marier_ moved to set the - public hearing.
Mr. =; Kulaszewicz- seconded -:the - not ion -.- Motion= ,carried unanimously-..-
C. Set Public Hearing for Rezone - -Joe Spetzman - February 25,
1985, 8:00 P.M. - Mr. Marier moved to set the public hearing.
Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried- unanimously.
Mr ,Kluegel noted that the sign ordinance does not address a fee
for a permit for a temporary sign. Mr. Marier moved to set a fee
of $10.00 for a temporary sign permit for a 30 -day period. Mr.
Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF AMENDED SENIOR-KITCHEN-BIDS-
On December 27,=1984 the Council_ accepted the low bid from Edward
Don and-Co . Shortly .after-the-bidder said he had three - pieces
of alternate equipment - -that- was- zzse d- and-wou ld - like - =to submit for
Council consideration- -.This would- result in a $1,547- savings and
the Senior Council has requested the City Council rescind the motion
of December 27, -1984 and award bids to Goulet Aslesen.
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to rescind his motion of December 27, 1984
awarding bid to Edward Don and Co. -Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion.
Motion carried unanimously_
Mr. Bohjanen moved to award the bid for $9,970 to Goulet Aslesen
for cabinet work. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Motion
carried unanimously.
Mr. Bohjanen moved to award the bid for $4,850.84 to Goulet Aslesen
for appliances. Mr. Marier seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously.
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CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION #85 - 1, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPA-
TION IN THE CONTROL DATA BUSINESS ADVISORS, INC., JOINT COMPARABLE
WORTH STUDY
Mr. Schumacher explained the state legislature has mandated that
all cities in the state prepare a comparable worth study in 1985.
He has been working with the Metro Area Managers Association and
Control Data to put together this study. This will meet the require-
ments set out by the legislature. The study is time - consuming
and costly. He explained what this study will accomplish. This
item is budgeted for 1985.
Mr. Marier asked what would happen if this Council turns down this
mandate. Mr. Schumacher said he would contact the Managers Assoc.
and tell them that Lino Lakes will not participate in the program.
The City has not spent any money on the program as of yet.
Mayor Benson asked what the legislature would do if Lino Lakes
does not do the study at -a11._ What is the_penalty2.._
The Council had several questions - about- how_the study was mandated,
the cost, and what it will accomplish. Mayor Benson suggested.
the legislature look -at this mandate again and suggested the State
do the study.
Mayor Benson said he will talk to Senator Dahl on Thursday about
this issue.
Mr. Reinert moved to table Resolution #85 01 until the next Council
meeting to give. the Mayor-a chance to discuss this with Senato -r -
Dahl:- Mr.--Marier seconded the-motion. Motion passed unanimousl -y; --
CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTING JOSEPH HUSS AS DEPUTY CLERK FOR SIGNATORY
PURPOSES
Mr.Ibinert moved to appoint Mr. Huss Deputy Clerk for signatory
purposes. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion passed unani-
mously.
ATTORNEY'S - REPORT
Mr. Hawkins explained the Council had discussed this litigation
at 6:45 P.M. this evening. It concerns Northdale Construction and
their suit against this City, Glenn Rehbein Excavating and Milner
Carley Engineering and Metropolitan Waste Control Commission regard-
ing connection of facilities in the Shenandoah I plat. All parties
have met and have agreed that if the other three defendents pay
$1,000 each and the City of Lino Lakes pay $750, the case would
be settled.
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Mr. Marier moved to have the City Attorney make the offer of $750.
Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Schumacher explained NSP has requested to serve the southeast
corner of Lino Lakes with natural gas. He suggested the Council
invite NSP to a Council meeting to make a presentation on their
offer.
Mr. Marier asked that all three utilities (North Central Public
Service, Circle Pines Gas Utility and NSP) appear and ask them
all to make their presentations at the next Council meeting.
OLD BUSINESS
A. Appoint a City Planner - Mayor Benson explained this item
is a- carryover from the previous Council meeting._
Mr.- Bohjanen- moved- -to appoint- John Miller == as_City_- _Tlanner -.
Mr. Marier seconded the motion. - - Motion - failed with Mr.-
Reinert and Mr. Kulaszewicz voting no and Mayor Benson ab-
staining.
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to continue the Council meeting past
10:00 P.M..- Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously.
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to appoint_ Zack__ Johnson_ as City Planner_
There -was no second.to this motion.
Mr. Marier moved-to table this item until the next meeting
and have Mr. Schumacher talk to Mr. Johnson with the intent of negotiating his hourly -rate for meetings- Mr.- :Reiner_t_ -
seconded the motion -. -- Motion carried with Bohjanen_ voting
no.
Mr. Marier told the Council he is very uncomfortable with the 35%
letter of credit for Rice- Lake -Estates and Ulmer's Addition, the
shortness of the bond issue and the idea that if the developer
misses one -bond payment, the City will seize land. He would like
the Council - --to take another look at this issue since this project
is now a City project and not a petitioned project. He felt the
project should go forward, but felt the citizens and the City should
be protectced. He proposed for Council consideration; (1) extend
the bond from 1.0 to 15 years; (2) if contractor misses one payment
that we get those costs of that payment from the letter of credit
and not seize his land until the second payment is due; (3) consider
52 - 57% letter of credit. Also he would suggest the increase
in interest because of the extension of the bond be paid by the
contractor; protection of the low income people by deferred assess-
ment payments until the status of the people change and using
Community Development Block Grant Fund to pay the assessments of
those who. qualified.
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Mr. Marier moved to have the Council look at the developers agree-
ment that was passed in the fall of 1984 and bring back to the
Council before the February 25, 1985 meeting the developers agree-
ment with corresponding signatures or intent and some status on
the Community Development Block Grant Fund as to how much would
be paid out of that fund and earmarking the low and moderate income
and senior citizens in the affected area as to what monies would
be used or deferred payments. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Reinert questioned 51% for the letter of credit, he felt this
is above the average or norm of most cities. Mayor Benson sug-
gested that no standard percent figure be established, this should
depend on who is coming in and look at each situation separately.
Mr. Schumacher asked if the letter of credit should include the
property owned by the developer and the trunk line. Mr. Marier
said everything.
Mr.. Reinert asked that the Planning and Zoning Board take- another-
look at the sign ordinance,- the definition . of -1temporary' is not -
clear. He would like -- 'garage sale, boutique' etc. signs also -
addressed_
Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to adjourn at 10:25 P.M. Mr. Marier seconded
the motion. Aye.
These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at a regular
meeting on February 11, 1985.
City Clerk
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STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS * * * * * MAYOR BENJAMIN BENSON * * * JANUARY 28, 1985
I would like to take the next few minutes to update the citizens of Lino Lakes
by presenting my State of the City message. I will begin by reviewing 1984 and
its accomplishments and conclude with a preview of 1985 and its goals and ob-
jectives.
The adopted 1984 budget was $1,100,396. Major areas of expense in 1984 were:
Police - $329,170 ;.Public Works - $259,900; Administration — $108,985; Consultants
- $69,900; Fire Protection'- $49,335; Parks $54,520; Building Inspection -
$44,510; Government Buildings - $116,871.
Anticipated receipts_ were- $1,;00;396 - including ;$690 - 000 -levy; •:MSA -- ._$13,000 . -
State Aid - $185;196; CityrServices-�-$86;500 ;='Police Receipts,: - -- $85,700;
Refunds and Reimbursements - $10,000 and Federal Revenue Sharing - -$30',000.
Total- Receipts in 1984 were $1,153,000: The anticipated City surplus by year
end was $115,000. We have not completed our year end audit, but we do expect
a surplus of $140,000 to $150,000. This would represent a 20 - 30% increase
over our anticipated surplus and close to an 80% increase over 1983 surplus.
This is significant and demonstrates substantial gains in this area. Total
disbursements for 1984 were $1,017,000. This represents an $83,000 reduction
in anticipated expenses during 1984. Once again, as in 1983, the City under -
spent -in almost.every department thus s- creating -signifi -cant surplus in the
general fund.
In 1983, our auditors did recommend that-the City Council adapt a long -term
policy toward increasing the general fund_: reserve ,- .suggested_the City carefully__
monitor _ property. -tax._collection; delinquent- and tax forfeit- assessments• ; -as well -
as other administrative.areas.. The City's annual audit and.subsequent review
pointed out that Lino Lakes was commended on its financial management practices.
In 1984, the auditors suggested that Lino carefully monitor_the State Legislature
for issues which may affect the revenues of the City. In July, the City Council
met with our legislators and the Centennial School Board in an effort -to reduce
taxes to residents of the City.- We are progressing toward a combined_ effort to
affect legislation in this area.
The 1985 adopted budget for Lino Lakes is $1,222,435. Major areas of expense
are: Police - $328,705; Public Works - $339,140; Government Buildings - $61,900;
Administration - $113,305; Consultants - $78,100; Parks - $64,325; Fire Protection
- $63,315; and Building Inspection - $44,050.
Our long-term planned surplus for 1985 was $150,000. Since it appears Lino has
already accomplished this in 1984, I would suggest the City shoot for a $200,000
surplus by the end of 1985. This can be accomplished while maintaining a high
level of service within the City. Certainly, 1984's level of community service
was maintained and improved in most areas. Some examples would be administration,
public works, inspections and the Senior Center.
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The financial picture of Lino Lakes in 1984 was very good. I expect 1985 to be
even better. The City Council did not raise the mil rate on taxes and as it
stands now, the Centennial School District lowering its mil rate, many residents
can expect a reduction in their 1985 taxes which could be as high as 35 %. The
Centennial School Board should be commended for their efforts by those residents
who have been affected by this reduction. I will expand on the City's position
in this area under the 1985 City objectives.
The City Council and staff once again spent many hours working on the budget. One
can be confident that services for the area will be maintained, equipment purchased,
and revenues will expand again in the coming year. I anticipate that the City
Council will work as hard this year as it did last year. Its members should be
commended on its dedication.
Only the Council, staff and some residents along with myself realize the additional
time and effort spent at meetings dealing with the business of the City. I want
to personally thank you for all the residents of Lino Lakes. The City staff
again worked well with the City Council, and residents. The staff should be com-
mended on its many accomplishments and completed projects. Even with the trans-
ition of employees to new positions and the acquisition of new personnel, the
City's level of administration was high. I want to thank all for their coopera-
tion and help this past year. The Council appreciates good performance—
In 1984, Lino Lakes was fortunate to have many residents participate on committees,
commissions, task forces and boards. I would like to thank the Police Task Force
for the work it -has completed in the past year and look forward to receiving its
final recommendations. They have-provided the City with a great service. The
Fire Task Force has a big job ahead of it in dealing with our new fire district
and working with a new budget process. Also to be commended are the other
boards that provide necessary services to the community, such as the Park Board,
Planning and Zoning Board, Charter Commission, cable representatives, Economic
Development Committee and Civil Defense. Our community is lucky to have citizens
who are dedicated and willing to serve our community through their participation
on its boards. Without your help, the task of running the City would be over-
whelming. I thank you for the Council, staff and residents. You have done a
fine job. Again, I must enlist your help in 1985 and ask that other residents
come forward and participate in their City's progress.
In 1984, Lino Lakes accomplished a great deal through everyone's efforts. Listed
below are just a few items.
Personnel
- Added two part -time Police Officers
- Appointed a new City Clerk
- Hired one part -time Administrative Secretary
- Hired one Accounting Clerk
- Added several MEED individuals to help out in our maintenance department
- Added an Administrative Assistant through the MEED program
- Reorganized the administrative offices
Finance
- Received $41,760 in Federal Revenue Sharing Funds
- Maintained our present mil rate for 1985
- Provided $3,000 of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) money to Alexandra
House
- Provided $7,300 of CDBG money to the Senior Council for start -up costs for
their organization
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- Assisted in the development and construction of the Lino Lakes BMX track
- The City was awarded $8,700 from the McKnight Foundation for work on our
Senior kitchen
- Completed a community profile and market analysis
- Received a $20,000 increase in State Aid to give us a total of $240,000 for
Municipal State Aid street improvements
- Established a bonding and financial policy for public improvements
- Updated the City's capital improvement plan
- Received a higher yield from investments from diversification of its funds
Equipment
- Purchased two 1985 police sedans
- Other equipment such as City Council chambers equipment, etc.
Community Services
The Council has decided to stay with a City Police Department in an effort to
maintain better service and make use of cost effectiveness. Other cost saving
services were established. in the Police. Department such as rotating squads, and
following the Hennepin County Bid policy when purchasing new squads. Crimes in
Lino Lakes dropped 52% and traffic was up 43%, calls were also up 35 %.
1983 -
19842- Percent --
Robbery 2 2 0
Assault - 33 29 -12%
Burglary 65 61 -7%
Larceny 102 107 +5%
Auto Theft 28 13 -5%
230 218 -52%
D.U.I. 77 75 -3%
Traffic 854 - 1,601 -. +47%
Warning Tickets -143 238 +40%
1,074 tickets - 1,914 tickets- +43%
All Calls 5,204 5,399 •i-36%
Building Inspections
In the area of-the Building Department, 213 building permits were issued with
a total valuation of $6,858,559. Ninety -five single family homes were con-
structed. The City received a tonal of $17,000 from the City of Circle Pines
for shared inspection services.
Public Works
- The Public Works Department was.busy this year with its annual street main-
tenance program
- 16 streets at 7.5 lane miles were seal coated and 19 streets were overlayed
at 5.8 lane miles
- The City completed the upgrading of Ash Street in conjunction with Ramsey
III County
. - 12 new street lights were installed and a policy for future installation was
designed
- Continued the maintenance of City boulevards on a regular basis
- Maintained City streets whenever necessary, (sweeping /plowing)
- Provided free garden mulch for residents
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- Two tennis courts were installed at Arena Aczes
- Established a park usage policy
- Upgraded the City Park ballfields
- Decision was made to upgrade LaMotte Park for the citizens who wish to maintain III
it
Miscellaneous
- Metropolitan Waste Control Commission approved a comprehensive sewer plan for
the City, assuring utility outlets for the future
- City adopted a policy of nondiscrimination
- Established a Senior Council to help in'the running of the new Senior Center
- Received a certificate of commendation from Governor Perpich's office for the
City's participation in the Governor's community improvement program
- In an effort to keep the citizens of Lino Lakes abreast of information in:the
City, the City sent out a newsletter and bulk mailing with community information
for its residents, plus designated two legal newspapers for better coverage
Entered into a.joint purchasing agreement established with Hennepin County
- Established a Police Commission and Task Force
- The Council and staff of the City invited officials from the area School Board,
surrounding City-Councils and State Representatives in an attempt-to lower -
Centennial School_.District taxes._and other important. issues--
- Bid -ut _the City .ins urance - -
- Designed a marketing package for the sale of City lots on Blackduck Drite
- Divided the City of Lino Lakes into two precincts t� ease congestion at
polling places
- Reviewed and updated the City's comprehensive plan
- Passed numerous ordinances and policies allowing the City to operate in a
more effective and productive manner
- Met with the Governor's staff to insure present utilities stay at the Correction,
Facility
- Finalized - our -new Fire District after four years of work and- study
- Continued-to-work with :Shoreview -for the- .extension ;of Ash Street sewer-- -
- Lower-fire rating resulting in a significant savings -to affected residents
- Working with residents for extending -sewer service on the Weber project
While reviewing some; of the accomplishments fdr 1984, it is easy _to conclude .that`
1984 was a busy year and many - projects were completed. .1985 will be another busy
year for the City. Some of the objectives are:
- Hiring a new Police Chief
- Opening a Senior kitchen
- The completion of the Senior Center parking lot and the finishing of the City
Hall landscaping
- Country Lakes Park to be partially opened
- Establishing a City nursery with first plantings
Start a diseased tree treatment and control program
- Our first MSA funded projects will begin, including 4th Street sewer improve-
ments and the upgrading of the 80th Street bridge
- Continue to work with Senator Dahl, Representative Quinn and others to lower
Centennial taxes, assuring that Lino Lakes gets its share of fiscal disparities,
and prepare legislation for joint services, gas utilities, Fire District retire-
ment benefits, etc.
- A new study on comparable worth to be issued and reviewed
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t.uur■c1L hiE1;1`1NG
- Continue work on Rice Lake Estates utility proposals as well as other related
areas
- Continue to make every attempt at sound development in Lino Lakes
- Continue to increase the City's surplus
- Establish a Utilities Task Force to begin work on the Lino Lakes utility con-
tract and representation
- Update capital improvements plan
- Continue to look into shared services with other cities, counties and school
districts
- Continue to be responsive to the public, welcoming input and advise °
- Continue the Council's policy to invite agencies, councils, boards and legis-
lative representatives to visit with the City Council to improve communications
- Continue our present programs in park, public works and administration
Make further attempt to automate the City offices for efficiency and economy
- Continue the committment of keeping the residents of Lino Lakes informed of
issues and programs through the use of newsletters and informational packets
- Cable TV will be installed and functional
- Work with Shoreview on joint sewer and water for Ash Street
- Civil defense early warning alert system to be developed
- Establish a waste oil drop -off site
- Establish -a - compost program per Metro Council -- directives
- Continue the road--pavement program -and increase_it by 30% in 1985-thus com-.-
pleting the five year overlay program-- -:
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In 1985, I expect the City to achieve.most of these goals'-and objectives -in addi-
tion to those which may surface in 1985. Lino Lakes is doing a good job dealing
with the current and future'needs of the City.
In closing, it is evident that Lino Lakes is a growing City. Over 6,000 people
now live in our City. The Council must look toward present City and citizen needs
as well as the future needs of the City. The City must make every effort to hold
the - line -on taxes °.and reduce them when-and where possible - -: We have achieved this
in the_past -and must- continue-to do so in the-futurer_- We mush- work-with our legis-
lators during 1985 to relieve -the current tax burden in the.Citg.-- We must look to
future development with the committment of establishing a strong tax base. We
began this process in 1984 and needthe help and understanding of all citizens in
1985 if this -is to be accomplished.
We have a very important sewer proposal facing this Council in the near future.
It is imperative that the decision which is made is the best choice based on all
available data. We have the opportunity to move forward with the sewer project
without compromising our individual principals on sewer assessments. We must
continue to search for solutions to City problems using the philosophy that the
correct solution is available if we search long and hard enough. Shared services
again must be explored, examined and analyzed. We will continue to seek voluntary
help from the organizations within the City.
The City needs individuals to speak up and question Council policy, procedures and
City direction. The Council will listen and respond when and where necessary. We
want to see the best information available when faced with tough decisions.
This year begins the fourth year that I have been Mayor. The progress which has
been made in the past three years is great. The credit goes to many people in-
cluding the Council, City staff, citizens, consultants, commissions, other City
councils, school districts and more. I want to see this progress continue in
1985 and the years ahead.
1 0 8 I asked the City to extend a hand in friendship in 1984 to those who enter our
City. We did. Let's continue to do so in 1985.
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Again, let me note that the talent and experience within our City is a great
resource. Let's try to use more of it in the future.
We are the leaders of the City. We accepted that responsibility when we were
elected. Last year I said the cost of our leadership is small, yet the impact
is great. In 1985 your leadership will again have a great impact on Lino Lakes.
Let's accept the challenge with the knowledge of the past and the anticipation of
the future. Thanks to all of you for making 1984 a good year for Lino Lakes.
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