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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/13/1987 Council Minutes (2)066 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to orde at 7:13 P.M. by Mayor Benson. Members present: Bisel, Bohjanen, Reinert. City Attorney, Bill Hawkins; Engineer, Ron Stahlberg; Building Inspector, Pete Kluegel; Public Works Director, Don Volk and Clerk - Treasurer, Marilyn Anderson were also present. City Administrator, Randy Schumacher was ill and did not attend. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES Work Session. March 23. 1987 - Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve these minutes as presented. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Regular Council. March 23. 1987 - Mr. Reinert moved to approve these minutes as presented. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENTS March 31, 1987 Disbursements - Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve these Disbursements as presented. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. April 13. 1987 Disbursements - Mr. Bisel moved to approve these Disbursements as presented. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Mayor Benson asked when Knollton Kennels will begin animal control service < Mrs. Anderson explained that insurance certificates have not yet bee . received and the contract has not been completed. Voting on the motion, motion carried unanimously. OPEN MIKE Senator Dahl was not available this evening and there was no one else to appear under Open Mike. PLANNING AND ZONING REPORT - PETE KLUEGEL A. Arbor Lake Plat - Resolution No. 17 - 87 - Mr. Kluegel explained that Mr. Bob Adamson, representing the landowner, John Blomquist has presented a revised plat of this area and has renamed the plat Otter Bay. There are fourteen single family lots in the new plat as compared to fifteen lots in the old plat. Mr. Kluegel noted that the park dedication was satisfied when the old plat was recorded. A permit has been requested from Rice Creek Watershed District. Mr. Volk has recommended that the cul -de -sac be an island cul -de -sac to be maintained by the homeowners association. Soil tests and elevations PAGE 1 1 1 067 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 will be checked for conformance to the Shoreland Management Ordinance, Flood Plain Ordinance and Septic Ordinance. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this preliminary plat revision. Mr. Stahlberg gave the Council and the Clerk copies of the feasibility report for the improvement of Ash Street which leads to this plat. He noted he has met with Mr. Adamson regarding this street. Mr. Adamson agreed to participate in the improvement and noted that the fill required for the improvement could come from the plat. Slope easements would be required from Ramsey County and landowners on the north. Mr. Adamson has agreed to pay his share of the cost of improving the street and has already presented a letter of credit for his share. There was discussion regarding who will pay the remaining cost of the improvement. Mr. Stahlberg noted that Ramsey County will pay its share and suggested that the street be upgraded using Chapter 429. If this process is going to be used White Bear Township wants some guarantee that Ramsey County will pay and not White Bear Township. Mr. Bruggeman owns several lots on the north side of Ash Street and he has been notified that there may be some assessments to those lots. There was discussion regarding Outlot A. Mr. Kluegel explained that this was dedicated as park when the original plat was filed. Members of the Council felt that this property was of no value for park purposes. Mr. Volk explained that it was never intended for use as park but for winter time activities such as snowmobiling or cross country skiing. Mr. Stahlberg noted that easements have been provided for utility purposes and storm water retention. Mr. Bisel moved to approve application #86 -44 with the stipulation that easements for Outlot A be secured and that all Planning and Zoning Board recommendations be followed. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bisel moved to accept the feasibility report and approve Resolution No. 17 - 87 for Ash Street to Sergeant Court North and to set the public hearing for May 11, 1987 at 7:30 P.M. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY OF LINO LAKES Resolution No. 17 - 87 A RESOLUTION RECEIVING REPORT AND CALLING HEARING ON IMPROVEMENT OF ASH STREET EAST WHEREAS, pursuant to a resolution of the Council adopted March 23, PAGE 2 068 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 1987 with reference to the improvement of Eash Ash Street between Foxtail Drive and Arborlane Court (Sergeant Court) and this report was received by the Council on April 13, 1987. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA; 1. The Council will consider the improvement of such street in accordance with the report and assessment of benefited prop- erty for all or a portion of the cost of the improvement pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429 and Chapter 8 of the Lino Lakes City Charter at an estimated total cost of the improvement of $79,300. 2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the eleventh day of May, 1987 in the council chambers of the City Hall at 7:30 P.M. and the Clerk shall give mailed and published notice of such hearing and improvement as required by law. Adopted by the Council this 13th— : a of April, ... 1&81 Marily enjai'n . Benson, Mayor . Anderson, Clerkk - Treasurer Building Inspector's First Quarter Report - Mr. Kluegel presented an oral report to the Council explaining that the building of new homes is ahead of last year. He projects that there will be 165 new single family homes started in 1987 as compared to 147 in 1986. Roland Ford Update - Mr. Kluegel told the Council that representatives from the DNR, Corp of Engineers, RCWD, and the Anoka County Health Department will meet at City Hall with Mr. Kluegel on Thursday regarding the situation at Mr. Ford's residence. Mayor Benson asked that Mr. Ford be notified of this meeting. SECOND READING - ORDINANCE NO. 07 -87. ACCESSORY BUILDINGS PAGE 3 1 1 069 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 Mr. Reinert asked Mr. Kluegel what the Planning and Board Zoning said about the changes suggested by the Council. Mr. Kluegel said they are aware of the changes and no comment was made. Mr. Bisel moved to approve the second reading of Ordinance No. 07 - 87. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Kluegel noted that he is receiving a lot of requests for detached garages larger than that allowed by the ordinance. Ordinance No. 07 - 87 is printed in the March 23, 1987 Council minutes. SECOND READING - ORDINANCE NO. 08 - 87. EARTH SHELTERED HOMES Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve the second reading of this ordinance. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 08 -87 is printed in the March 23, 1987 Council minutes. PUBLIC HEARING - IMPROVEMENT D. ERICKSON, 2ND ADDITION, RESOLUTION NO. 14 - 87, ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. Mayor Benson opened the public hearing at 7:45 P.M. Mr. Stahlberg summarized the plat and displayed a map of the subdivision on the overhead projector. He noted how the water mains would tie into the existing City lines and that the sewer lines would extend to the Black Duck lift station. The preliminary plat has been revised to take into consideration the future development of lands to the west and south of the plat. Mr. Stahlberg also noted that Mr. Erickson has purchased additional land to the south for future subdivision. Mr. Stahlberg pointed out that only limited building will be allowed in the subdivision until the City has completed its comprehensive sewer and water improvements. Therefore, Mr. Erickson has elected to plat in phases. Phase I was outlined for the Council. Mr. Stahlberg also pointed out the storm water retention areas. Mayor Benson noted that since Mr. Erickson is the only landowner involved in the improvement he has petitioned for waiver of fifty of - the sixty day waiting period. A letter of credit to cover the cost of plans and specifications has been received by Mr. Kluegel. Mr. Bisel moved to close the public hearing at 7:50 P.M. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bisel moved to adopt Resolution No. 14 - 87. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Mrs. Anderson read the Resolution. Voting on the motion, motion carried unanimously. PAGE 4 070 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 CITY OF LINO LAKES Resolution No. 14 - 87 RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS FOR IMPROVEMENT OF D. ERICKSON'S 2ND ADDITION WHEREAS, a resolution of the City Council adopted on the 9th day of March, 1987, fixed a date for a Council hear- ing on the following described improvement; The Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Sect- ion 28, Township 31, Range 22, City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota. AND WHEREAS, published and mailed notice of the hearing as re- quired by the Lino Lakes City Charter was given and a hearing was held thereon on the 13th day of April, 1987, at which all persons desiring to be heard were given an opportunity to be heard thereon. AND WHEREAS, the petitioner for the improvement has again pet - itioned that fifty (50) of the sixty (60) days waiting period required in Section 8.04, Subd. 1 of Chapter 8 of the Lino Lakes City Charter, be reduced to ten (10) days. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIN LAKES: 1. Such improvement is hereby ordered as proposed in the Council resolution adopted the 9th day of March, 1987. 2. Mr. Ron Stahlberg of TKDA is hereby designated as the Engineer for this improvement. He shall prepare plans and specifications for the making of such improvement. Adopted by the Council this 13thL_•. April, 1987. njam Marilyn . Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer PAGE 5 nson, Mayor 1 1 1 071 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 RESOLUTION NO. 15 - 87, ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR SOUTH RESHANAU LAKE ESTATES Mr. Bisel moved to adopt Resolution No. 15 - 87 contigent upon receipt of a letter of credit to cover the costs of plans and specifications. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mrs. Anderson read this Resolution. CITY OF LINO LAKES Resolution No. 15 - 87 RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS FOR IMPROVEMENT OF SOUTH RESHANAU LAKE ESTATES WHEREAS, a resolution of the City Council adopted on the 9th day of February, 1987, fixed a date for a Council hearing on the following described improvement: Installation of municipal water, sanitary sewer, streets, curbs, gutters and storm sewers on property described as follows: the southeast 1/4 of the southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Township 31, Range 22 and the northeast 1/4 of the northeast 1/4 of Section 32, Township 31, Range 22, City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota. AND WHEREAS, published and mailed notice of the hearing as required by the Lino Lakes City Charter was given and a hearing was held thereon on the 9th day of March, 1987 at which all persons desiring to be heard were given an opportunity to be heard thereon. AND WHEREAS, the petitioner for the improvement has again petitioned that fifty (50) of the sixty (60) days waiting period re- quired in Section 8.04, Subd. 1 of Chapter 8 of the Lino Lakes City Charter, be reduced to ten (10) days. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LINO . LAKES, MINNESOTA: 1. Such improvement is hereby ordered as proposed in the Council resolution adopted the 9th day of February, 1987. 2. Mr. Ron Stahlberg of TKDA is hereby designated as the engineer for this improvement. He shall prepare plans and specifications for the making of such improvement. PAGE 6 072 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 Adopted by the Council of the City of Lino Lakes this 13th day of April, 1987. Marily G. Anderson, Clerk - Treasurer DEER PASS TRAIL IMPROVEMENT (CONTINUED) 1 enson, Mayor Mr. Stahlberg outlined what has happened on this issue to date. A public hearing was held on January 12, 1987 and Mr. Prokop told the Council he had a plan for that area that he wanted to present to the residents. However Mr. Prokop said he was disappointed that nothing was done about his proposal. The residents had tried to resolve the issue in another manner but this also failed. Mr. Prokop said he would like the Council to order the improvement so that this matter did not surface again. Mayor Benson asked Mr. Volk about the condition of the road. Mr. Volk said some maintenance has taken place and the surface is in good condition. Mayor Benson asked Mr. Hawkins what the alternatives were in this situation. Mr. Hawkins said that the road has been accepted by the City, therefore there could be legal ramifications if the Cit were to deny building permits. He suggested there were only two ways to go; 1) order an improvement and complete the roadway or 2) acknowledge that this is an inferior roadway and continue to issue building permits. Mr. Roy Mattson, Deer Pass Trail told the Council about his experience when he applied for a building permit. He felt the entire matter was not handled properly and no building permits should have been issued until the entire road was completed. He said if the road needs to be upgraded, lets get on with it. - Mr. Wayne Ellison, Deer Pass Trail felt since he had purchased a portion of the Jankus property he would also have a vested interest in the road. He also said that he would like the situation to be resolved in one way or another. Mayor Benson asked Mr Hawkins if the road is not finished, can the City force the other landowners to reimburse Mr. Prokop. Mr. Hawkins said the City cannot do this. PAGE 7 1 1 1 073 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 Mr. Bisel moved to order the improvement of Deer Pass Trail and approve Resolution No. 18 - 87. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY OF LINO LAKES Resolution No. 18 - 87 RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS FOR DEER PASS TRAIL WHEREAS, a resolution of the City Council adopted the twenty fourth day of November, 1986, fixed a date for a Council hearing on the proposed improvement of Deer Pass Trail. AND WHEREAS, ten days mailed notice and two weeks published notice of the hearing were given, and the hearing was held thereon on the twelfth day of January, 1987, at which all persons desiring to be heard were given an opportunity to be heard thereon, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA: 1. Such improvement is hereby ordered as proposed in the Council resolution adopted November 24, 1986. 2. Ron Stahlberg is hereby designated as the Engineer for this improvement. He shall prepare plans and specifications for the making of such improvement. Adopted by the Council this thirt _______ay of April, 1987. Benja G.Benson, Mayor . Anderson, Clerk - Treasurer ENGINEER'S REPORT - RON STAHLBERG Plans and Specifications for Ash Street Sewer and Water Services - Resolution No. 16 - 87 - Mr. Stahlberg told the Council he has completed the plans and specifications for this improvement and has contacted Ramsey County regarding extending services across this roadway. Ramsey County will give a permit for this project. Mr. PAGE 8 074 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 Reinert moved to approve Resolution No. 16 - 87. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY OF LINO LAKES Resolution No. 16 - 87 RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR MUNICIPAL WATER AND SANITARY SEWER FOR CERTAIN RESIDENTS ON ASH STREET (EXTENSION OF SHOREVIEW UTILITIES) WHEREAS, pursuant to a resolution passed by the Council on March 23, 1987, the City Engineer, Ron Stahlberg has prepared plans and specifications for the improvement to include the following: Extension of Shoreview sanitary sewer and municipal water to 165 Ash Street, 185 Ash Street, 205 Ash Street, 225 Ash Street, 245 Ash Street and 255 Ash Street, and Mr. Stahlberg has presented such plans and specifi- cations to the Council for approval; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA: 1. Such plans and specifications, a copy of which is attached here and made a part hereof, are hereby approved. 2. The City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted in the official paper an advertisement for bids upon the making of such improvement under such approved plans and specifications. The advertisement shall be published once, shall specify the work to be done, shall state that bids will be received by the Clerk until 10:00 A.M. on April 27, 1987, at which time they will be publicly opened in the council chambers of the City Hall by the City Clerk and Engineer, will then be tab- ulated, and will be considered by the Council at 7:00 P.M. on April 27, 1987, in the council chambers. Any bidder whose responsibility is questioned during consideration of the bid will be given an opportunity to address the Council on the issue of responsibility. No bids will be considered unless sealed and filed with the Clerk and accompanied by a cash deposit, cashier's check, bid bond or certified check payable to the Clerk for 5% of the amount of such bid. Adopted by the Council this 13th day of April, 1987. PAGE 9 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 Benja G. Benson, Mayor MariYyn`. Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer 075 Consideration of Resolution No. 07 - 87, Approving Feasibility Report and Calling for Hearing for Elevated Tank and Water Main System - Based on the conversation at the Work Session this evening, Mr. Reinert moved to table this Resolution. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 4th Avenue Change Order - Mr. Stahlberg noted that the Council approved the purchase of the culverts from Dakota County for $2,000.00. This culvert could can be used on 4th Avenue so that a deep ditch scheduled for the east side of 4th Avenue near Molin Concrete could be covered. This installation would require an change order from the present 4th Avenue contract. The contractor, Forest Lake Contracting has prepared an estimate for the installation of the culvert of $13,750 of which approximately one half would be state aid eligible. Mr. Stahlberg recommended the installation of this culvert because of the safety aspect with such a deep ditch. Mr. Reinert asked for an explanation of what the difference would be in this ditch. Mr. Stahlberg explained. He also noted that the culvert would only cover about one half of the deep ditch. Based on the fact that if the City should decide to cover the ditch at another time it would be more expensive, Mr. Bisel moved to approve the change order. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Outlot "F" - Mr. Stahlberg placed a map of Outlot "F" on the overhead projector to show the Council the configuration of the lot and to explain that if it is divided into pieces and sold to adjoining landowners as proposed, there could be a problem with drainage. It is his suggestion that the drainage be completed before the pieces are sold. In addition, Mr. Uhde has considered purchasing the tax forfeit lots that border on this Outlot. The excess dirt from the Outlot could be used to fill in the forfeit lots that need fill. Mr. Reinert asked Mr. Stahlberg what he was proposing for drainage, ditching, ponding? He was concerned that a great deal of the fill would be removed and there would be deep depressions behind the homes. Mr. Stahlberg said he is proposing to just remove the high spots so that drainage could go the natural direction to the culvert that runs under East Shadow Lake Drive to the lake. PAGE 10 076 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 Warren Schlichting, 1017 Lantern Circle - Mr. Schlichting was concerned because nice trees and wildlife would be disturbed. He als asked who would pay the cost of completing the drainage work. Mr. Stahlberg explained that the work would be done by Mr. Uhde at no cos to the residents or the City. This is a chance to develop wet lots and provide drainage as was originally intended. Mr. Reinert noted that the residents were originally notified that they could buy something of value but now it seems that the property will not be of much value. Mr. Schlichting said that if something is to be done he would like to see it done as soon as possible so that the residents can purchase a portion if they wish and landscape and fence it this summer. Mr. Bisel said he would like to see a proposal before he made his decision. Mr. Stahlberg was asked to provide a plan of drainage to the Council for their review. ATTORNEY'S REPORT - BILL HAWKINS Mr. Hawkins did not have a report. OLD BUSINESS Status of Acquisition of Concrete Pipe - Tewes Crossing - Mr. Stahlberg explained the City did purchase the concrete pipe to be us on 4th Avenue and also acquired concrete plank for the Tewes crossin Mr. Volk suggested that Mr. Tewes be asked to sign a waiver obsolving the City from any future responsibility for this crossing for such possibilities as Mr. Tewes driving his tractor off the edge of the culvert. Mr. Hawkins will draft a form for Mr. Tewes to sign and Mr. Stahlberg will provide Mr. Hawkins with a description of the property and culvert crossing. Economic Development Committee - Mayor Benson read Mr. Schumacher's memo regarding the search for members for this committee. As of today there has been no response to the ad for members. Mayor Benson asked that Mr. Schumacher notify one applicant for the Planning and Zoning Board of this committee and determine if this person would be interested in serving in this capacity. He also asked that Mr. Schumacher inform the Council of the personal reasons why former committee members declined to serve again. He asked that Mr. Schumacher let him know who he sent letters to as well. Mr. Bisel was concerned that this committee get going. Mr. Reinert noted that there must be a problem when the City cannot get people to serve and he also wanted to know why former members declined. PAGE 11 1 1 1 1 077 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 Mr. Bisel also told the Council Members that if they know of someone who would serve they should personally contact that person. NEW BUSINESS Proclamation, Loyalty Day - Mr. Bisel moved to support this proclamation. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Mrs. Anderson read the proclamation. Motion carried unanimously. MAYOR'S PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, The citizens of this City are extremely proud of this Nations more than 200 year Heritage of Freedom and are loyal to the ideals, traditions and institutions which have made our nation so great, and WHEREAS, Their obvious dedication to our way of life is indicative of a strong, continued desire to preserve the priceless American heritage, and WHEREAS, They will be proud to stand up and publicly declare their determination toward actively and positively safeguarding our freedoms against any foreign or domestic enemies, now THEREFORE, I Benjamin G. Benson, Mayor of the City of Lino Lakes, hereby call upon all my fellow citizens to take full ad- vantage of the special occassion known as Layalty Day, celebrated annually throughout the nation on the first day of May, as an incentive for every true American to reaffirm his and her love of Flag and Country, and I urge that all individuals, schools, churches, organiza- tions, business establishments and homes within my official jurisdiction display proudly the Flag of the United States of America and participate in public patriotic Loyalty Day activities which are to be co- sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, and others, on LOYALTY DAY, May 1, 1987. PAGE 12 Marilyn C' Anderson, City Clerk 078 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 Proclamation, Buddy Poppy Support - Mr. Bohjanen told the Council tha the V.F.W. will be selling poppies on May 15th and asked that the Council support this proclamation. Mr. Reinert moved to support this proclamation. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motiion carried unanimously. A PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, The annual sale of Buddy Poppies by the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States has been officially recognized and endorsed by governmental leaders since 1922; and WHEREAS, V. F. W. Buddy Poppies are assembled by disabled veterans, and the proceeds of this worthy fundraising campaign are used exclusively for the benefit of disabled and needy veterans and the widows and orphans of deceased veterans, and WHEREAS, The basic purpose of the annual sale of Buddy Poppies by the Veterans of Foreign Wars is eloquently reflected in the desire to "Honor the Dead by Helping the Living "; therefore, I, Benjamin G. Benson, Mayor of the City of Lino Lakes do hereby urge the citizens of this community to recognize the merits of this cause by contributing generously to its support through the purchase of Buddy Poppies on the day se aside for the distribution of these symbols of appreciation for the sacrifices of our honored dead. I urge all patriotic citizens to wear a Buddy Poppie as mute evidence of our gratitude to the men of this country who have risked their lives in defense of the freedoms which we continue to enjoy as citizen s 4� ,- Benja G. Benson, Mayor Marilyn. Anderson, City Clerk Resignation of R. L. Wuornos & Associates as City Planner - Mr. Reinert moved to accept this resignation and to send a letter thanking this company for their service to the City. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. PAGE 13 1 1 1 079 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 13, 1987 Mayor Benson noted that another firm is giving the City immediate help in this area until the matter of hiring another City Planner can be determined by the Council. Board of Review - Mayor Benson reminded the Councilmembers of the Board of Review scheduled for Monday, April 20, 1987 at 7:00 P.M. Resignation of Kim James from the Park Board - Mr. Bohjanen moved to accept the resignation of Mrs. James from the Park Board and send her a letter of appreciation. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. League of Minnesota Cities Annual Conference - Mayor Benson noted that the agenda for this conference is printed in the April issue of Minnesota Cities. He urged Councilmembers as well as some staff to attend this conference. Action Alert - Election Bill - Mr. Bisel was concerned about this information because if this bill is passed into law, Lino Lakes would be required to change the time of election for City officials. It also appears that the charter municipalities would be giving up more of their turf, so to speak. Mr. Bohjanen noted that the City went through this a few years ago. Mayor Benson felt that the importance of a local election would get lost if it were conducted with a state or national election. Mr. Bisel moved to send a letter to our representative indicating that this City would like to preserve its Home Rule Charter regarding elections. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen moved to adjourn at 9:08 P.M. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Aye. These minutes were considered and approved at a regular council meeting on April 27 1987. M� R I LYAT G. ANDERSON +�a r BE►�IMI� G. BENSON Clerk- Treasurer ayor PAGE 14