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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/27/1979 Council Minutes• August 27, 1979 The regular meetin9. of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 8:00 P.M., August 27, 1979, by Mayor Karth. Council members present; Kulaszewicz, McLean, Zelinka. Absebt; Schnieder. Mr. Locher and Mr. Gotwald were also present. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the minutes of August 13, 1979 as presented. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed with Mr. Zelinka abstaining. The Clerk presented the following items for Council consideration: ..A letter from the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities asking this City to koin that organization. No decision on this matter. ..The cost figures on operation of the lift station had been computed and forwarded to the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission. ..Announcement from Northwestern Bell Telephone setting public hearings on the rate increase they have requested. ..Mr. Robert Kell, Insurance Agent, had dropped off the new insurance policies and an itemized statement of the premiums. The Council felt that Mr. Schneider should be consulted before aggrement on payment of this. ..Two letter from Mr. Arthur Hawkins on the subject of the use of Otter Lake by power boars - and shooting in the gravel pit. These matters were directed to the Police Department. ..A letter from DNR stating that the NSPpowerline right -of -way is no longer being considered for the trail system from Arden Hills to Jay Cooke State Park. ..Reimbursement from NSP for the repair of West Shadow Lake Drive in the amount of $359.55 and repair of a damaged culvert in the amount of $261.00. ..Reimbursement from the State of Minnesota for Shade Tree Control in the amount of $371.88. ..Reimbursement from Anoka County for patching on a portion of Aqua Lane in the amount of $56.00. ..Mr. Robert Keefe had called to say he would be out of town this evening and unable to attend this meeting. He did say that he plans to renew his letter of credit for the installation of the cul -de -sa and will confirm by letter and a notice from the bank. After some discussion on this matter, Mr. McLean moved that Mr. Keefe be asked to come before the Council on this letter of Credit extension. The Clerk is to notify Mr. Keefe that this cul -de -sa should be constructed. Seoconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. Mayor Karth presented Mr. Volk's request to advertise for the purchase of a dump truck. It was felt that by advertising at this time, some firm figures could be put in the budget. Mr. Zelinka moved to authorize Mr. Volk to advertise for bids on the dump truck per the specifications proposed. Mr. McLean asked about delivert date - Mr. Volk said possibly in December, Mr. Zelinka asked baout plows, etc., - Mr. Volk said all new equipment would be needed for this truck since this is an addition, not a replacement. The motion was seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mr. Schneider had asked Mayor Karth to set a budget hearing. After some discussion, Mr. McLean moved to set a budget hearing for September 11, 1979 at 8:00 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. The hardshells for Twilite Acres II were here for signatures. Mr. Locher will check the final plat for accuracy. Mr. McLean moved to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the final plat subject to Mr. Locher's approval. 2 August 27, 1979 Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. The hearing on the layout design for the expansion of Baldwin Lake Trailer Park was called to order at 8:30 P.M. Mr. Locher said these lands hadn been rezoned to R -6. Mr. McLean noted that the Planning and Zoning had recommended approval of this expansion and layout. Mr. McLean read the motion of the Council accepting this layout. There was some discussion on the fire hydrant aspect since there is no central water supply. It was generally understood, that if these are not required by the State, the City will not require. Mayor Karth asked for comments from the audience. Mrs. Williams, the land owner to the North presented some pictures of the area abutting her property that is being used as an area to store unwanted objects. She felt that in order to protect her investment, there should be a fence installed along the common property line. 1 Mr. Howard said they plan to landscape that lot line and plant bushes, such as Russion Olive. Mrs. Williams said she preferred a fence. There was some discussion on this problem. It was generally felt by the Council that a natural screening would be better, and it was suggested that per- haps a temporary fence such as snow fencing could be used to protect the young trees. Mr. McLean moved to accept the July 2, 1979 drawing of the design lay- out of the Baldwin Lake Trailer Park expansion to include street, lot sizes, fire hydrants to be installed as to the direction of the State Health Department when appropriate, snow fenceing on the north line with bush type screening to be planted on the park property (i.e. Russian Olive) to include ingress and egress and sewer access to the private parcels of land located within the park boundaries. The sewer in- stallation costs to be at the private owners expense. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. Mr. McLean moved to close the hearing at 9:10 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. MOtion declared passed. Mr. Locher read the letter from Mr. Jeffrey Kirschbaum's Doctor and Attorney stating that Mr. Kirschbaum would be unable to return to police work even on a part time basis because of the continuing problem with the lower back pain. There was some discussion of Mr. Kirschbaum possibly going to the Mayo Clinic for treatment. Mr. Locher had contacted the Union and Mr. Kirschbaum has offered to drop all claims against the City in exchange for the City paying the difference between his workers comp payments and what his normal salary would have been between the date of Jan.8, 1979 through July 19, 1979. The Clerk is to compute these figures for Council consideration at the SEptember 10, 1979 meeting. The continued hearing on Deer Pass Trail was called to order at 9:20 P.M. Mr. Gotwald explained the differences in the estimated costs and the bid price obtained from Schifsky. The actual bid proce of $3850.00 will bring this street up to City specifications. Mr. Gotwald said there are several ways of doing this; 1) the City can insist on this being done and assess to the lots; or 2) the City can do this as part August 27, 1979 3 of the City's program and charge back to Mr. LaBuda, or 3) Mr. LaBuda can order it done and pay the costs. Mr. Zelinka moved that such improvements as listed in the notice published on July 12, 1979 is hereby ordered. The City Engineer shall supervise the installation. The cost per Schifsky's bid of $3850.00 to Mr. LaBuda shall be spread over a five year period puls 8% interest per annum and if unpaid by October 10th in any given year, shall be certified to the County Auditor. Mr. LaBuda's cost shall be arrived at by deducting the Mattson money in escrow C.D. This action to satisfy the LaBuda and Mattson obligation relative to Deer Pass Trail. Mr. and Mrs. LaBuda agreed this was acceptable. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. Roy Mattson is to be notified of this action. Mr. McLean moved to close the hearing at 9:20 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. The hearing on the rezoning request of Mr. and Mrs. John Bruner was called to order at 9:21 P.M. Mr. Locher read the new publication in relations to thei rezone and the list of mailed notices. Mr. McLean reported that at the Planning and Zoning Board meeting held on August 15, 1979, that Board had recommended approval of this rezoning. There was some discussion of the need for separate septic systems and wells if the building is used as a duplex. Mr. Gotwald said, if there are two owners, then two systems become necessary - with one owner, one system is sufficient. Mayor Karth reminded Mr. Bruner, that if and when, this building is used as a duplex, it must conform to the State Building Code rules in effect at that time. Mr. Zelinka asked about any lesser use permitted in a commercial zone and Mr. Locher said the Ordinance does not allow or disallow, but lesser uses have been allowed in the strip zoning. Two petitions have been received in connection with this rezoning request - one with 5 signatures against and one with approximately 20 signatures - not objecting. Mr. Kulaszewicz had to leave at 9:50 P.M. There can be no vore on this rezone without at least four members present. Mr. Zelinka moved to con- tinue this hearing until September 10, 1979 at 8:10 P.M. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. McLean presented the actions of the Planning and Zoning Board: ..The request for a special use permit by Mr. Rivard had been tabled for more information. ..Mr. Tim Rehbine had requested rezoning frorp R -1 to R -2 on Lots 4,5,6,8, Block 1, and Lot 8 Block '2 in Calole's Estates. There was some discussion on the use of these lots for R1 if they are rezoned to R2. Mor Locher pointed out that Ord. #56 allows R1 in an R2 Zone. Mr. McLean moved to set a public hearing on this rezoning request for September 10, 1979 at 9:30 F.M. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. ..Mr. Weiglightner had applied for a kennel license for breeding and selling dogs. This is a hobby kennel and not intended for the boarding and keeping of other persons dogs. 4 August 27, 1979 There was discussion on the requirement in Ordinance No. 37, that only allows kennels in a commercial zone. Mr. Locher said this Ordinance can be amended by Resolution. Mr. Zelinka moved to delete from Ordinance #37, Section 9, the following words, "Only on lands zoned as commercial ". Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. Zelinka moved to authorize the publication of this Resolution. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed Mr. McLean moved to grant a special use permit to Mr. Weglightner to maintain a hobby kennel with the stipulation that no more than 12 dogs be kept except for puppies under 6 months of age, with an annual re- newable basis from the date of issuance. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. ..Mr. Nadeau's East Birch Addition had been considered at the Board meeting. There had been some suggestions on the right -of -way require- ments of the County. The Board had recommended this alnd not be truned over to the County, but additional setbacks be required by the City on these County roads to insure sufficient setbacks when the land is ac- quired by the County through condemnation.. The Council agreed to this concept. The Clerk was instructed to contact Mrs. Pracher, in Centerville, for that City's reaction. The matter of the park requirement was discussed. land - money - or a fully developed park. Mr. Nadeau had wanted to contribute money - the Park Board had requested lands. This matter will be discussed at the public hea =ring. Mr. McLean moved to set a public hearing on the East Birch Addition at 8:30 P.M. on September 24, 1979. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. Schilling had presented two preliminary plats - one for an industrial park and one for residential. Action had been deferred on both - more information is needed. On considering Bloom's Addition, the Planning adn Zoning Board had recommended approval of this palt. Mr. McLean moved to set a public hearing on Bloom's Addition at 9:00 P.M. on September 24, 1979. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. On the matter of the Lyndal Nelson problem of a house being too close to a lot line on Lilac Street, Mr. Mobley's letter advising Mr. Nelson to acquire additional property from his neighbor was read. No action was taken. Mr. Fran Burque's Addition was tabled. It was felt Mr. Burque should be billed for the park land monies. Mr. McLean moved that no more parcels of land be accepted for meets and bounds splits in this area. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. The Clerk was instructed to write a letter to Mr. Burque informing him that if nothing is done within 30 days on his plat, his $140.00 filing fee will be forfeit and it may be necessary for him to re- submit and pay the platting fee for a second time. Mr. Zelinka presented some i:te'ms from the Park Board. After some dis- August 27, 1979 5 cussion, Mr. Zelinka moved to authorize Mr. Locher to draft a method for establishing a manner in which all lands or Building Permits are required to pay toward the Park Fund. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion de= clared passed. The Hockey Association had requested two hocky reinks at Sunrise Park for the hockey season. The Park Board had suggested the old rink be torn down and a new one constru -ted. The Hockey Association will provide all the labor if the City will provide the materials. Mr. McLean suggested that, if a new one is constructed, it be built on the order of the one in Centerville. The Council authorized Mr. Volk to do preliminary planning for this and get some cost figures ready for the Park Board to consider. It was felt that this year's park budget would carry this. Mr. Zelinka reported he had a request to move the small building located at Sunrise Park to Mrs. Billil's new home for sotrage of her equipment. Mr. Zelinka so moved. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. The Park Board held a budget meeting byt Mr. Zelinka does not have any figures from that meeting as yet. Mr. Zelinka reported on the grant application and that it will not even be considered. However there is a meeting on these applications and Mr. Zelinka and several of the Park Board members will be attending and have asked to on the agenda. Mr. Locher presented a copy of a proposed revised hunting Ordinance. Mr. McLean moved to authorize Mr. Locher to publish this in the Circulating Pines and the Forest Lake Times. There will be discussion on this on September 24, 1979 at 9:30 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declar- ed passed. Mr. Locher reported that he and been ocntacted by the Moonies, as had the City offices, on the fact that they are plannig to conduct a fund raising drive in Lino Lakes and surrounding communities. Mr. Gotwald presented the final plans and specifications for the utilities in Lakes Add. #2 &3. He pointed out some of the features and requested two Resolutions from the Council; 1) approving the Plans and Specifications and 2) authorizing him to advertise for bids to be opened on September 21, 1979 at 10:00 A.M. Mr. Zelinka moved to approve the plans and specifications for Project 79 -1. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. Zelinka moved to authorize Mr. Gotwald to advertise for bids for Project 9 -1 to be opened at 10:00 A.M. on September 21, 1979. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. Gotwald felt that Anoka County should be contacted and asked whre they I are using the grant funds for bikeways and why the funds cannot be used on Birch Street. Chief Myhre presented plans for the beginning of a Reserve Officer program for the Police Department. He was told to find out the City's liability in this matter and to contact Mr. Kelly on the Workers Comp coverage and premiums. 6 August 27, 1979 Mr. Zelinka moved to approve requisitions #923 & 924, Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. McLean moved to approve checks #9924 through and including #9946, with #9929 being void. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. Mr. McLean moved to adjourn at 1:10 A.M. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Aye. These minutes were considered and approved at the regular Council meeting held on September 10, 1979. Edna L. Sarner, Clerk- Treasurer The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 8:00 P.M. on September 10, 1979, by Mayor Karth. Council members present; Kulas_- ewicz, crean, chneider, Zelinka. Absent; None. Mr. Locher was also present. Mr. Zelinka moved to approve the minutes of August 22, 1979 as presented. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the minutes of August 27, 1979 as pre- sented. Seconded by Mr. MCLean. Motion declared passed. The final plat of Shenandoah III had been delivered for final approval and signatures. Mr. Gotwald has also delivered the plans and specifi- cations for sewer, storm sewer and street construction for the Shenandoah III plat. He had checked the preliminary plat against the final plat and had found no changes. He had not had time to write a cover letter, but had asked these plans and specifications be approved. Mr. McLean moved to approve the plans and specifications for sewer, storm sewer and street construction for Shenandoah III as prepared by Mr. Gotwald. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. Mr. Zelinka moved to approve the final plat of Shenandoah III and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the plat. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. Zelinka presented a request from the Circle Pines Utility Commission. They have regeusted the Clerk's office to notify them of the address of homes in their service area received for assessment searches. Mr. Zelinka so moved. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. The Saint Paul Water Department had delivered an agreement to allow the City to cross over Water Department property in the construction of the utility system on Black Duck Drive. Mr. Locher checked the agreement and found it acceptable. Mr. McLean moved to approve this agreement and to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the document. Seocnded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. The continued hearing on the Bruner rezoning was called to order at 8:15 P.M. Mr. Locher read the notice of legal publication and indicated