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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/09/1985 Council Minutes (2)1 COUNCIL MEETING December 9, 1985 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Acting Mayor Reinert. Council members present: Marier, Kulaszewicz, Bohjanen. Mayor Benson was absent. City Attorney, Bill Hawkins; Engineer, Bob Toddie; Pub - lic Works Director, Don Volk; Chief of Police, Dean Campbell; Administrator, Randy Schumacher and Clerk- Treasurer, Marilyn Anderson were also present. Mr. Bisel was in the audience. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 25. 1985 Mr. Marier moved to approve the minutes as presented. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried with Mr. Kulaszewicz and Mr. Bohjanen abstaining. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENTS November 30, 1985 - Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve these Disburse- ments as listed. Mr. Marier seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. December 9, 1985 - Mr. Marier moved to approve these Disbursements as listed. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. OPEN MIKE No one appeared under Open Mike. Mr. Reinert explained that Mr. Toddie has another appointment at 8:00 tonight and asked for the Engineer's Report at this time as well as other items that involve the Engineer. CONSIDERATION OF THE DISPOSITION OF OUTLOT "F ". LAKES ADDITION #3 The Council had asked Mr. Toddie to determine the cost of dividing or replatting this lot so that the title could be transferred to adjoining property owners. There may be twenty -six (26) lots that would be affected by this and he suggested the best way to handle this would be to draft a replat of Outlot "F ". The work involved would be surveying, hardshells and recording instruments. This would cost approximately $860.00. The next step would be to place monuments and this could be optional. The total cost would be approximately $1300.00 to $1400.00. There was further discussion. The City Clerk had contacted the County Auditor to determine if there were any back taxes on the property. There were none. However, if the City wishes to ob- tain title to Outlot "F" and then sell or give it to the adjoin- ing property owners, the City would have to pay a fee for the Outlot. The fee is determined by County Commissioner Margaret Langfeld. She would work with the City in determining the amount, it could be nominal. 21,4 COUNCIL MEETING December 9, 1985 Page Two Mr. Hawkins told the Council there could be some land owners who do not wish to obtain a portion of that Outlot. Mr. Toddie said the replat could take this into consideration and plat so that the Outlot would be divided between only those who want it. Mr. Marier asked if the Building Inspector could visit each af- fected landowner and get a committment from them since we know the approximate price. Mr. Schumacher suggested holding an in- formational meeting at City Hall. Mr. Marier moved to send a letter to all the abutting owners and invite them to a meeting. In the mean time Mr. Schumacher is to have Commissioner Langfeld give him an estimate of the cost of the property so that there will be a total cost available for the meeting. Motion carried unanimously. ENGINEER'S REPORT - BOB TODDIE A. Discussion of Vadnais Area Watershed Maintenance Organization Plan - Mr. Toddie has already reviewed the draft plan and has sub - mitted his comments. He felt the plan was workable and the re- strictions and requirements did not seem to make development diffi- cult and follows guidelines for reviewing for 100 floods. Subdivision Amendments - Street Standards - Mr. Volk explained that ideas brought out at the last Council Meeting were incor- porated into this draft. The changes include: 302.05, Occupancy Permits will not be issued until the binder course as defined in Section 302.07 is in place; 302.07, subdivision 3 is totally new and should include that when 80% of the housing units in the de- velopment are substantially complete; 302.05, subdivision 4, change seal coating to take place two years after the wearing course in- stallation and to use a torpedo type rock with the seal coating; 302.08 Warranty, the second paragraph had been changed to stipu- late that the letter of credit can be reduced as work is completed and accepted. The last paragraph dealing with issuing building permits and occu- pancy permits does not have a subdivision number. He was not sure where this should be placed. Mr. Toddie noted there would be no restriction on the number of models to be built. The restriction is on occupancy permits. Mr. Reinert was concerned about sediment and erosion control. He suggested recommending that a sodding program for the residences be made. Marier suggested adding Subdivision 15 giving a specific time for lawns and landscaping to be established even though subdivision 9 does address some of this problem. He further suggested that the time limit be the first growing season after occupancy and make the final draft for the next meeting for Council action. 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING December 9, 1985 Page Three Mr. Volk suggested for the purposes of erosion control requiring driveways over road easements be constructed of a hard surface. This could be part of the street contract. SENIOR TRANSPORTION PROGRAM PRESENTATION - STEVE KLINE - ANOKA COUNTY CAP Mr. Kline, Planning Director for the Anoka County Community Action Program (CAP) appeared before the Council to explain a proposed transportation service for the seniors in Lino Lakes, Centerville, and Circle Pines. He presented some brochures which outline activities CAP is currently involved with in Anoka County in the areas of housing, senior transportation, pre-school programming and very broad focus on Senior activities. His visit tonight is to update the Council on the progress of their ability to provide transportation services for seniors in this area. The Community Action Program (CAP) has met with the Anoka County Senior Transportation Advisory Committee and have proposed that CAP start a small scale transportation program in this area. The final details have not yet been worked out but the program has been approved by the Anoka County Senior Transportation Advisory Committee. He is inviting comments from the Council. The program will be funded by Title III U.S. Older American Act administered through the Metropolitan Council and granted to Anoka County. There is a need for senior transportation in this area however the extent of the need is not known and CAP will be operating a demonstration project to run from February 1,,1986 through June 30, 1986. This will determine if there is a real need for the. service. The service itself was explained by Mr. Kline as well as their background in the area of senior transportation. Mr. Kulaszewicz asked if Mr. Kline was _aware .of Metro Mobility. Mr. Kline said yes this service relates to handicapped transporta- tion and is part of MTC. This does not involve seniors other than if they are handicapped. Mr. Kulaszewicz asked about the Senior Older Americans Act and asked what Anoka County's share of Title III is. Mr. Kline said very small; Ramsey and Hennepin Counties have established programs and these end up being refunded by Title III. Anoka County is just starting and this is the first year they have been funded. Mr. Marier asked how the cost of this proposed program is going to be prorated back to the cities. Mr. Kline explained that funding will be 31% by the Community Action Program, Title III is providing funding and the riders will be asked to provide 750 for each one way trip. There is no cost to the City. 215 216 COUNCIL MEETING December 9, 1985 Page Four Mr. Reinert asked about Diane Harbert. Mr. Kline explained Ms. Harbert represents the Anoka County Transportation Coordination Project. She staffs the advisory committee in the role of coordin ator and funds and he is the applicant and vendor; he will be running the buses. He is concerned with helping start the program and see that it keeps going. Mr. Bohjanen asked if this could come to the point where someone would ask for financial participation from the City. Mr. Kline said he would not be asking the City for financial assistance. Mr. Kline reiterated that the Community Action Committee is the vendor and is a non - profit corporation. The CAP is committed to defraying 31% of the cost of the program from their own funds so not only are they non - profit but will be using some of their own resources to subsidize this project. Mr. Reinert thanked Mr. Kline for coming tonight and asked that he keep the Council updated on the progress of this project. CONSIDERATION OF GROUP W CABLE TV AMENDMENTS A. Ordinance #10 -85 , Agreement #1, 1st Reading - Mr. Schumacher explained there is no need to take action on Resolution #25 -85 until after the second reading. This resolution says the Council has adopted Ordinance #10 -85 and #11 -85 and allows for the publishing of the summary of the ordinances. Mr. Marier moved to approve the first reading of Ordinance #10 -85 and dispense with the reading. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. B. Ordinance #11 -85, Ordinance Summary, 1st Reading - Mr. Marier moved to approve the first reading of Ordinance #11 -85 and dispense with the reading. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. C. Resolution #25 -85, Adopting Amendment Agreement #1 - Mr. Bohjanen moved to table Resolution #25 -85 until Ordinance #10 -85 and #11 -85 have been adopted. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Ordinance #10 -85 and #11 -85 will appear in condensed form in the December 23, 1985 minutes. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE #09 -85, SUBDIVISION OF LAND REGULATIONS, 2nd READING Mr. Schumacher explained this is a code change for minor subdivision so that property owners can divide property into no more than 4 lots and not involving any city streets or easements if the subdivision fulfills the requirements of the zoning district. 1 217 COUNCIL MEETING December 9, 1985 Page Five Mr. Marier moved to adopt Ordinance #09 -85 and asked the Clerk to read the ordinance. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. The ordinance was read by the Clerk. Voting on the motion, motion carried unanimously. This ordinance is printed in full on page 200 of this minute book. CONSIDERATION OF WEST SHADOW LAKE DRIVE STORM SEWER - Don Volk Mr. Volk has given the Council a memorandum outlining his plan for this project. The problem was discussed at the previous Council meeting and Mr. Volk feels this area will cost the City for annual maintenance as well as present a difficult problem because there is not sufficient room to perform the maintenance. His recommendation is that the City supply the culvert and supervise the project as Mr. Smith contracts to have the culvert installed and the area landscaped. This will insure the culvert is properly installed and the lot owners will be able to maintain the landscaped area. Mr. Volk said the culvert will need very minimal maintenance and this will be performed by the City. Mr. Marier moved to supply the culvert and have Mr. Volk supervise the installation and have an agreement drafted between the City and Mr. Smith outlining the responsibilities of each party. The reason for this installation is to lessen the cost to the City of maintaining this easement and because of the configuration of the easement allowing easier access for future maintenance of the culvert. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF BIDS FOR SQUAD CARS Chief Campbell has provided the Council with the bid sheets for two squad cars to be purchased through the Hennepin County Joint Purchasing Agreement. There was discussion regarding the size of the engine. Chief Campbell feels the City has had good luck with the 351 engine and the City has the necessary equipment to maintain this engine. He preferred staying with this engine. He also noted that the cars if approved by the City would have to be ordered before December 20. Mr. Marier moved to purchase two new squad cars for $22,668.00. Mr. Kulasziecz seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. ATTORNEY'S REPORT - BILL HAWKINS • Mr. Hawkins did not have a report. NEW BUSINESS 218 COUNCIL MEETING December 9, 1985 Page Six A. Set Public Hearing for Revenue Sharing Funds for December 23, 1985, 7:30 P.M. - Mr. Bohjanen moved to set this hearing. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Motion carried unani- mously. Mr. Marier asked why the City Hall was closed Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Mr. Schumacher explained this is in the Personnel Policy and is part of the City Code and has been for several years. OLD BUSINESS A. Update of Anoka County Resource Recovery Program - Mr. Schumacher explained a letter he has received from Commissioner Langfeld which states the Anoka County Board of Commissioners did establish Elk River as the primary site and Anoka and Blaine as backup sites for the Waste Processing facility. Also three areas in Blaine were named for consideration for the transfer station. Lino Lakes is not considered for either facility. B. Joint Council Meeting Dealing With Gas Utilities Commission, December 17, 1985, 7 :00 P.M. - Mr. Schumacher explained Circle Pines has asked that this meeting start at 6:30 P.M. There was no problem with this. C. Open House - Dick Kulaszewicz, December 23, 1985, 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. - This was a reminder for the Council. D. Appointments - Mayor Benson wanted to know if the Council wanted its annual meeting for appointments the first week in January or during its regular meeting. The Council felt a special meeting was not necessary. E. Tax Exempt Legislation - Mr. Reinert noted the material from League regarding tax exempt legislation. Included in the pack was Chief Campbell's response to Ms. Holly Hunt's complaint per Council's request at their last meeting. F. East Holly Drive - Mr. Volk explained there is a problem determining the center line on this street because of the snow. He would like to delay this matter until a surveyor can get there, possibly later this winter or early next spring. Mr. Marier asked that the people in this area be notified by letter of this situation. Mr. Bohjanen moved to adjourn at 8:20 P.M. Mr. Kulaszewicz seconded the motion. Aye. These minutes were considered and approved by a regular meeting of Council on December 23, 1985. Marilyn Anderson, City Clerk 6-n amen 1. Benson, Mayor