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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/14/1988 Council Minutes (2)234 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 The regular meeting of the Lino lakes City Council was called to order by Acting Mayor Reinert at 7:07 P.M., March 14, 1988. Council Members present: Bisel, Bohjanen. Council Members absent: none. Mayor Benson was absent. City Attorney, Bill Hawkins; Engineer, Ron Stahlberg; Building Inspector, Pete Kluegel; Administrator, Randy Schumacher and Clerk- Treasurer, Marilyn Anderson were also present. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES Work Session, February 22, 1988 - Mr. Bisel moved to approve these minutes as presented. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously Regular Session, February 22, 1988 - Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve these minutes as presented. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERTION AND APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENTS February 29, 1988 - Mr. Bisel moved to approve these disbursements as presented. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. March 14, 1988 - Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve these minutes as presented. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERTION OF ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS - FIRE COMMISSION Mr. Schumacher explained that this item has been carried over from the previous Council meeting. Mr. Neal and Mr. Benjamin, Lino Lakes Commission Members and Mrs. Elsenpeter the alternate have been requested to attend this evening to discuss their feelings regarding continuing in their position. An application from Lance Olson has also been received for one of the positions. Mr. Neal told the Council that he enjoys his position on the Fire Commission and does plan to continue serving in this capacity if he is elected to the Council on April 26th. He would act as a Council liason to the Commission. He also noted that this position consists of many more meetings than then one Commission meeting a month. PAGE 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 Mr. Benjamin told the Council that he finds his position interesting and would like to stay on in this capacity. He felt the Fire Commission was unique and also noted that there are not many organizations in the State of Minnesota that the Commission can pattern itself after. He felt there was a lot of competition for each dollar of the Fire Department budget and said he would like to stay abreast of all of the development in all three cities to provide a more efficient department. Mrs. Elsenpeter told the Council that she has not attended the meetings to the extent that Mr. Neal and Mr. Benjamin have because until recently she had a conflict. She noted that Commission members from other cities change quite often and she also noted more faces of Fire Department members on the Commission. She noted that when the Fire District was established, it was the intent to keep the Commission and the Department separate. She felt that by appointing firefighters to the Commission, some of the objective focus was being lost. Mrs. Elsenpeter said that the Alternate should attend as many Commission meetings as possible to keep current of the matters before the Commission. Mr. Neal said that in time he feels that the Lino Lakes fire hall will be the main fire hall. It is most central to the District. He also noted several projects that he has or is working on: disaster plan for tornadoes, helped install the ambulance service in the Lino Lakes fire hall, trying to get a warning siren, five year master plan and fire truck rotation plan. Mr. Benjamin said he is trying to get the Fire Chief to be more cost effective. He felt that fire services should be rated by priority with fire fighting at the very top. He also noted that Lino Lakes is growing and more calls are coming from this area. He suggested that it is important that the Councils adopt the master fire code and he also asked for all the cities backing in issuing citations. Mr. Neal told the Council that the Fire District needs some direction regarding fire calls in the.Regional Park. Mr. Schumacher said he had recently talked to County Commissioner, Margaret Langfeld. He said there is a letter coming from the County on this matter. Mr. Neal suggested that the Fire District could institute a user fee plan for certain items such as gas pumps. He noted that Shoreview currently charges each gas pump owner $160.00 PAGE 2 235 236 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 per year for fire protection. He noted that in 1987 there was a car fire at the Fins Station. That fire cost the Fire Department $800.00. A users fee could have covered that cost. He also suggested that the cities charge a fire inspection fee for review of plans for fire safety standards. Mrs. Elsenpeter noted that the joint powers agreement does allow for the appointment of two Fire Commission Alternates. The Council discussed whether or not they wanted two alternates. Mr. Bisel moved to approve two alternates to the Centennial Fire District and retain Mrs. Elsenpeter as one alternate and add Mr. Lance Olson as the second alternate. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. OPEN MIKE Mr. MacDonald, 6901 LaMotte Drive - Mr. MacDonald referenced page seventeen of the February 22, 1988 Council Minutes regarding Rice Creek Watershed District's (RCWD) intent to clean out the ditch adjacent to the LaMotte Drive subdivision. He asked for a clarification of this item. Mr. Schumacher explained that area flooded about two years ago and the City asked RCWD to preform a study to determine the best option for rectifying the flooding situation. Mr. Stahlberg explained that the study is complete and he read the report to the audience. RCWD is proposing to improve the ditch, straighten it out and bring it to the original grade. Mr. MacDonald said it appears that they plan to do what they originally promised the property owners in that area. Mr. Stahlberg said RCWD will stake the proposed improvement and Mr. MacDonald said this was already done and the stakes appear to be in the proper place. Judy Beseler, 149 Marcia - Ms. Beseler said that she has heard rumors that municipal water and sanitary sewer may be extended into her area soon. She noted that some of her neighbors have already posted for sale signs on their property or are trying to figure out how they can subdivide their lots into additional building sights. She asked what the situation is regarding the possibility of extending utilities. Mr. Stahlberg explained that a feasibility study has been requested for the extension of services up 4th Avenue to the PAGE 3 1 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 vicinity of the Correctional Facility. The purpose for this extension is to service some potential commercial and industrial users rather than homeowners. It is his best guess that it will quite a while before services are extended into her area unless there is a demand. Landowners in her area would have to petition for the services. ROLAND FORD UPDATE - PETE KLUEGEL Mr. Kluegel explained that he has telephoned Mr. Ford and explained the Council did approve a Conditional Use Permit for his property providing that he make the proper application and pay the fees. He also 'has sent a certified letter to Mr. Ford advising him of this action. Mr. Ford has indicated to him that he does not plan to•apply for the CUP and does not plan to pay the fees. He has referred the matter to Mr. Barry Robinson, prosecuting attorney for prosecution. Mr. Hawkins said Mr. Robinson will make an application to the court to have the sentence carried out and Mr. Ford will probably go to jail. This process takes about four to six weeks. PUBLIC HEARING, PRELIMINARY PLAT - LAKEVIEW PLACE Acting Mayor Reinert opened the public hearing at 7:45 P.M. Mr. Stahlberg explained that a proposed plat has been submitted by Kent Roessler and has been before the Planning and Zoning Board. This Board did recommend its approval but not by unanimous decision. He noted that there is a street on the plat titled "County Road ". Neither this City or the County has any plans to construct this road and neither make claim to it. He noted that there had been a flooding problem in this area a few years back, however the ditch reconstruction project by the City should alleviate this problem. Mr. Reinert also noted that there is a report from the City Planner and other reports on this matter. Acting Mayor Reinert asked for comments from the audience. Mike Mastro, 1553 LaMotte Drive - Mr. Mastro asked everyone to stand who were in the audience because of this matter. He noted that a substantial number of the residents of this area are very concerned for three reasons. 1. The greatest concern regarded the long cul -de -sac, LaMotte Drive. It is bordered by a large park in Centerville with no parking facilites and thirty one homes. This street will never be continued any PAGE 4 237 238 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 where and this new subdivision will only add to the conjested traffic situation. 2. The second concern is that the sewer cannot handle any additional users. 3. The third concern is storm water runoff. Roger Hofineister, 1558 La Motte Drive - Mr. Hofmeister said his concern was the municipal sewer. He explained that the last time there was a heavy rain, the lift station could not handle all the water and the sewer had backed up to just under the floor of his basement. He said he is scared to death that sewage will back up into his basement. Jim Heinz, 6918 LaMotte Drive - Mr. Heinz said the new homes will be three to four feet higher than his home. He noted that the Planning and Zoning Board said that they think that the water will drain away from his property. Who will be responsible if the P & Z think wrong? He also added that the cul -de -sac is 290 feet longer than what the City ordinance allows. Bernard Ward, 1549 LaMotte Drive - Mr. Ward said the grade and water runoff is his concern. He is the lowest house in the area and he is concerned about whether the water will be handled in the ditch because he could loose his driveway and water could come right up to his house. Glen Simonson, 1566 LaMotte Drive - Mr. Simonson said he has not found any of the neighbors who feel this subdivision is a good idea. He noted a portion of Mayor Benson's State of the City Address where he said he would listen to the voices of the people. He noted that there are nineteen or more people here tonight who feel that this subdivision is poorly planned, ill advised and they do not want it. Jon Latcham, 6925 LaMotte Drive - Mr. Latcham felt the proposed road entry into the new subdivision is nothing but a drainage ditch. During heavy rains the ditches will not handle the runoff. He referred to the heavy rains of 1974. In addition most of the people who purchased lots on LaMotte Drive thought the lot was a residential lot. (Mr. Latcham was referring to Lot 1, Block 2 which will be used as street right of way as an entry to the new subdivision) He noted that everyone knows that eventially this land will be developed but felt that what is proposed is ridiculous. Mr. Latcham also noted that there was no community input by the PAGE 5 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 area citizens of Lino Lakes in the construction of the park on LaMotte Drive in Centerville. This park was developed with no entrance off the street and this is causing a parking and traffic problem. He also added that the City has provided no written material for area residents on the proposed plat and felt the City could have provided better communications on this matter. He noted that he took a day off last week and noted the large number of children waiting for the bus on LaMotte Drive. Increasing the traffic on that street could be causing a serious safety problem. Allan Irwin, 6466 Totem Trail - Mr. Irwin noted that he is a member of the P & Z Board and did not vote in favor of this preliminary plat and felt as a citizen he should tell what happened at the P & Z Board meeting. He felt.this plat was not the best design available and indicated the long cul -de -sac as one concern. The proposed design would make it difficult to extend the cul -de -sac in the future. The platted road "County Road" is not practical since the Regional Park would not be interested in building it and neither would this City. Vacation of this right of way would eliminate the need for a variance for double sided lots. There had been some discussion regarding extending the cul -de -sac and then not be able to cross the St. Paul Water Works right of way. It can be crossed and has been crossed in other instances. He felt the best thing to be done with the plat is to extend the cul -de -sac to the southeast corner of the plat so that in the future when the adjacent land in Centerville is developed this cul -de -sac can be extended into a loop street. In addition, the right of way marked "County Road" should be vacated. These two actions would eliminate the need for any variances and provide for a loop street in the future. John MacDonald, 6901 LaMotte Drive - Mr. MacDonald expressed concern because there are future plans for another ballfield in Centerville Park and the Regional Park plans to build a trout pond. These two installations alone, will cause a great increase in traffic. The plat would only add to the hazardous conditions on this street. A gentleman from the audience asked if the residents could have a question and answer session with the builder. Acting Mayor Reinert said that the builder may speak but this was not a debate, the purpose was to take testimony from all persons concerned about the preliminary plat. PAGE 6 239 240 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 Mr. Stahlberg told the Council that the proposed extension of municipal sewer requires the review and approval of Metro Waste Control Board. This agency has reviewed the plan and feels that the metro lift station is capable of handling the additional flow from this plat and any further development that may occur in Centerville. They were not aware of any problems in the past. He suggested that the residents who have experienced problems or know of problems document them and forward this to Meto Waste Control. He suggested that problems experienced during heavy rains could be caused by infiltration of storm water and they could not get the flow out of the lift station fast enough. Mr. Bisel asked how this could happen and Mr. Stahlberg explained that old St. Paul systems were designed to take in storm water. But it has been found this created problems downstream. The recent construction in St. Paul is separating storm water from sewage. He explained the different ways storm water entered the system. Mr. Stahlberg noted that the lift station in Centerville is a 10 inch force main and should be capable of handling the flow as indicated by Metro Waste. Mr. Stahlberg referred to an aerial map and explained the problem of storm water runoff which occurred several years ago. He also explained that the RCWD has not required a control of storm water coming from a subdivision in Centerville. However, RCWD has submitted a feasibility report and drawings showing how this problem will be handled by the ditch maintenance project scheduled for early this spring. Mr. Stahlberg also explained the drainage pattern in the proposed plat. The storm water from the street will flow into the plat into catch basins, not onto LaMotte Drive where there are existing homes. He also stated that the long cul -de -sac LaMotte Drive is there and noted other long cul -de -sacs in Lino Lakes. A resident asked if there is a plan to drain the holding ponds before they call fill up and overflow onto nearby lots. If seepage is not fast enough a controlled outlet will allow the water to leave the pond and run into the newly improved ditch. Mr. Stahlberg explained that RCWD requires that water cannot leave the area any faster than what it is now leaving. A gentleman from the audience asked what the elevation of the pond was as compared to the back yard of the adjoining lots. Mr. Stahlberg explained. PAGE 7 241 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 A gentleman asked where the storm water runoff from the back of two of the new lots would go, into his back yard? Another gentleman noted that the water table in this area is at about zero (ground level) until the middle of June. He felt this was an entirely different situation. Mr. Stahlberg explained that the bottom of the ditch will be about four feet lower than this gentleman's back yard. This should also help get the water from his property. Mr. Reinert explained that when the ditch is corrected, this will help drain the back yards of all the current residents. A gentleman asked who is going to be responsible if this plan does not work? He asked if he will have to pay for redesigning his backyard? Mr. Reinert said the elevations on the proposed plat suggest that there are soggy conditions in this area. A gentleman said that he wanted to be sure this plan does not create more problems than it solves. He also asked if the ditch will be corrected before the plat is built. Mr. Stahlberg explained the sequence of the construction. Mr. Reinert told the audience that this situation is not a we and they situation. The Council wants to be assured that the plat is constructed properly. A gentleman said that the builder is proposing seventeen new homes. That is almost as many new homes as are currently there. This is really crowding in new homes and he felt the Council should be concerned for the residents already in the area. Mr. Reinert said things do change and noted that this builder will be required to build upgraded homes and this should help protect current property values. A gentleman questioned whether or not he actually would retain his property value with seventeen more homes. He said he did not want the additional traffic past his front door. A gentleman said the Council must look at safety, this already is a bad situation and this is going to make it worse. Mr. Mastro said he was concerned about the street itself and called it a paper street. He noted that last year some hauling occurred and the street had to be patched. He asked who will pay for the reconstruction of the present LaMotte Drive when it is torn up because of the new construction. PAGE 8 242 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 Mrs. Elsenpeter asked who would assume responsibility for the ditch once it is cleaned out and reconstructed? Who is going to determine when the ditch needs cleaning again? She noted that time and again we see this very thing and this entire plat hinges on the drainage ditch. The City says they are not responsible, the County and RCWD both say they are not responsible. It is a buck passing situation. She felt the builder should be liable. Mr. Stahlberg explained that the plan was designed by RCWD to correct present and future problems and RCWD is funding it. Mrs. Elsenpeter again asked who will assume responsibility for the ditch for ever and ever? Mr. Reinert noted that state law says RCWD has jurisdiction. Mr. Schumacher explained that RCWD has taxing authority so there will be money for cleaning all the ditches under their jurisdiction. Mr. Bisel felt it is fortunate to have maps showing where the water is and where it is going. One developer cannot come in anymore and develop and dump water onto the adjoining property. He has to control his water in his own property. A gentleman said three current lots are directly affected by this proposed plat. He said he has not seen any drawings showing more detail. He said people drive over the park land all winter long and now people from this new subdivision will be driving into his yard. Mr. Irwin asked if there will curb and gutters. Mr. Stahlberg said yes. Mr. Ward, 1549 LaMotte Drive told the Council that he already has water coming down LaMotte Drive toward his property. Mr. Reinert said that he will not get additional water from the new subdivision. Mr. Stahlberg referred to the plat drawing and noted that at the most only 100 feet of the new street will drain toward LaMotte Drive. All the rest will drain into the subdivision. Mr. Mastro said that during times of heavy rain the storm water drain down LaMotte Drive and accumulates on the lowest lots. Mr. Stahlberg said this would not change, but there will not be additional water from the subdivision. Mr. Mastro asked if there is a time table for cleaning the ditch. Mr. Stahlberg explained that the City will be doing this and he is not aware of the timetable. Mr. MacDonald said the cleaning of this ditch is a part of the drainage PAGE 9 1 243 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 plan for the subdivision. Mr. Stahlberg said the water from the subdivision will be retained in the plat and will not affect cite current property owners on LaMotte Drive. A gentleman said the ditch should be completed before the plat is developed. Mr. Irwin asked if headlights coming from the new subdivision will center on Mr. Latcham's house or will the new street come out between lots. Mr. Reinert said that will have to be checked with the staff. Mr. Latcham asked if there were any codes or policies that would determine how such decisions are made. Mr. Reinert said many concerns are taken into consideration when designing a new subdivision. However, no matter what is done, someone will be affected. Kent Roessler, developer of Lakeview Place noted that he did sit down with the City Planner, Engineer and Building Inspector as well as RCWD. He said he did not want to distress the community, but a lot of steps have been taken to assure that the community will not be harmed. Mr. Stahlberg explained that the cul -de -sac is unusally long but this cannot be helped and there will be very desirable homes built in this subdivision. Mr. Mastro told the Council that he wants it to be understood from the beginning that Outlot I on Centerville Lake is not an access to the lake. It is strickly for water drainage. He said he hoped the builder would not sell the homes with the understanding that this was an access to the lake. Mr. Irwin asked that the elevation of the catch basins at the curve of the road be checked because if they are at 892 they will not work. A gentleman said that if the builder is coming into the community to develop to coincide with the rest of the community, he would plat seven or eight less homes. Mr. Bisel moved to close the public hearing at 9:04 P.M. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Stahlberg told the Council that since the platted street "County Road" is not needed it should be vacated. The variance for double fronted lots will not be needed. PAGE 10 244 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 Mr. Bisel felt there were a sufficient number of questions that needed answers and noted traffic, lift station capabilities, road positioning where it meets LaMotte Drive, and double fronted lots among others. Mr. Bohjanen moved to direct the Engineer and Mr. Volk to look into these questions and come back to the next Council meeting with some answers. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. The Council took a five minute break at 9:13 P.M. CONSIDERATION OF THE PROPOSED CITY PARKS QUESTIONNAIRE A draft of the Questionnaire has been sent to the Council for their review. Mr. Schumacher explained that it will be condensed into a nice looking document. If the Council approves of the draft it will be mailed to the residents in a couple of weeks. Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve the concept. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Mr. Bisel noted that there were no questions about the administration of the City. He would like to see something and suggested; "If you dealt with the City office recently, do you feel you were satisfied ?" "Were your needs met ?" He also noted that. the Planning and Zoning Board are talking about renaming street to conform with Metro's request. Mr. Schumacher said that he has thought about including this in the Questionnaire. Mr. Bisel asked why the Regional Park was included with the questions on City parks. Mr. Schumacher said if any comments were received he would forward them to Anoka County Regional Parks. Under Community Development, Mr. Bisel noted that a number of items were included. He suggested that "others" also be added. He also suggested instead of saying New and Used Car Lots, use Dealerships instead on page 4 under Community Development. Mr. Bisel felt qustion #6 on page 5 is very negative. Mr. Reinert suggested changing the word "worst" to something else. He also note a typo error on page 1. Questionnaire has two n's. Mr. Bisel asked that the above changes be included in Mr. Bohjanens motion. Mr. Bohjanen accepted the changes. Voting on the motion, motion carried unanimously. ENGINEER'S REPORT - RON STAHLBERG PAGE 11 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 Resolution No. 15 - 88 Accepting the Feasibility on Phase II, D. Erickson's 2nd Addition - Mr. Stahlberg explained that Mr. Erickson has formally requested the feasibility and has paid an escrow to cover the cost of the feasibility. Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve Resolution No. 15 - 88. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 15 - 88 RESOLUTION RECEIVING REPORT AND CALLING HEARING ON IMPROVEMENT OF PHASE II, D. ERICKSON'S 2ND ADDITION WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution of the Council adopted Feb- ruary 22, 1988, a report has been prepared by City Engineer, Ron Stahlberg with reference to the im- provement of Phase II, D. Erickson's 2nd Addition, and this report was received by the Council on March 14, 1988. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Lino Lakes, Minnesota: 1. The Council will consider the improvement of such Phase II, D. Erickson's 2nd Addition in accordance with the report and the assessment of benefited property 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 $530,339.00. 2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed im- provement on the eleventh day of April, 1988 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 14t • -of March, 1988. 4001111 S/. Mai*j1y G. Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer PAGE 12 enson, Mayor 245 246 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 Resolution No. 16 - 88 Ordering Preparation of Feasibility Re.ort on Phase II Reshanau Lake Estates South - Mr. Stahlberg explained that Mr. Uhde has requested this report in writing and has submitted an escrow to cover the cost of the report. In addition Mr. Uhde is aware an EAW is required and has started to prepare the EAW for this phase. Mr. Bisel moved to adopt Resolution No. 16 - 88. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 16 - 88 RESOLUTION ORDERING PREPARATION OF REPORT ON IMPROVEMENT OF PHASE II, RESHANAU LAKE ESTATES SOUTH WHEREAS, it is proposed to improve the second phase of Reshanau Lake Estates South and to assess the benefited property for all or a portion of the cost of the improvement, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429 and the Lino Lakes City Charter. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA: The proposed improvement be referred to Ronald Stahl - ber for study and that he is instructed to report to the Council with all convenient speed advising the Council in a preliminary was as to whether the pro- posed improvement is feasible and as to whether it should best be made as proposed or in connectiion with some other improvement, and the estimated cost of the improvement as recommended. Adopted by the Council this 1 day of Mater 1988. Benda _ 11vv�Z Mari yn'0. Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer • :en:on, Mayor Resolution No. 14 - 88 Adopting a Minor Comprehensive Plan' Amendment - Mr. Stahlberg said that an error was made when PAGE 13 1 247 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 the Comprehensive Plan Amendment was prepared. This resolution will correct the error. Mr. Bisel moved to approve Resolution No. 14 - 88. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 14 - 88 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A MINOR PLAN AMENDMENT TO THE LINO LAKES COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WHEREAS, WHEREAS, the City of Lino Lakes updated its Comprehensive Plan in 1987; the MUSA boundary shown on the map submitted to the Metropolitan Council inavertently omitted a sewered area adjacent to the Anoka County Regional Park and the City of Centerville; WHEREAS, the omitted area contains twenty two (22) sewered lots and an unplatted area of approximately seven- teen (17) lots; WHEREAS, WHEREAS, WHEREAS, the omitted area was in the MUSA boundary prior to the 1987 revisions; it was not the intent of the City of Lino Lakes to eliminate a sewered area from the MUSA boundary; the land use map of the revised comprehensive are designates this parcel of land as urban resident- ial; AND WHEREAS, urban residential zoning requires that the area be included in the year 2000 Urban Service District; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT: 1. The Lino Lakes City Council hereby adopts a minor plan amendment to revise the Comprehensive Plan to add the omitted area to the MUSA boundary. 2. The City Administrator is hereby directed to submit the minor plan amendment to the Metropolitan Council for approval. PAGE 14 24C COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 Adopted by the Council of the City of Lino Lakes this fourteenth day of March, 1988. enj am 1 yn nderson, Clerk - Treasurer enso , Mayor Resolution No. 17 - 88 Ordering Preparation of Feasibility Report on the Improvement of an Area Between Ware Road and Hodgson Road - Mr. Stahlberg outlined the area to be studied and noted that he has had several landowners in the area ask him for this information. He also noted that the Planner has laid out a preliminary street plan for this area. A new agreement will probably be needed with Shoreview since this area will tie into the Shoreview facilities. Mr. Reinert noted that there is a lot of marginal land in this area. Mr. Stahlberg said it may be better than originally thought. Mr. Bisel asked that the area affected be detailed better in the Resolution. Mr. Stahlberg said he would give the Clerk a detailed description. Mr. Schumacher noted that the City is currently planning for facilites for an area to the north and east. He said he hated to loose potential users to Shoreview. Mr. Schumacher asked if Mr. Gordon Girtz owner of some of the described property is going to bear the cost of the feasibility study. Mr. Stahlberg said yes. Mr. Bisel moved to adopt Resolution No. 17 - 88 with the amendment regarding the description of the affected area being defined as all area to 1500 feet north of Ash Street, between Hodgson Road and Ware Road and contigent upon the City Engineer notifying Mr. Girtz and getting a written statement saying he understands he is responsible for the cost of the feasibility. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. PAGE 15 CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 17 - 88 1 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 RESOLUTION ORDERING PREPARATION OF REPORT ON IMPROVEMENT FOR AN AREA FROM ASH STREET NORTH 1500 AND BETWEEN HODGSON ROAD AND WARE ROAD WHEREAS, it is proposed to improve an area located from Ash Street north 1500 feet and between Hodgson Road and Ware Road and to assess the benefited property for all or a portion of the cost of the improve- ment, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429 and Chapter 8 of the Lino lakes Charter. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA: That the proposed improvement be referred to City Eng- ineer, Ron Stahlberg and that he is instructed to re- port to the Council with all convenient speed advising the Council in a preliminary way as to whether the pro- posed improvement is feasible and as to whether it should best be made as proposed or in connection with some other improvement, and the estimated cost of the improvement as recommended. Adopted by the Council this 249\ ri yn Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer Status Report, Trunk Water Main - Mr. Stahlberg explained the only portion of this water main unfinished is through Rice Creek and this is causing difficulty because there appears to be no bottom to rest the pipe on. Twin City Testing has tested the soil and recommends that the Creek be crossed by suspended construction. He noted that there were two other methods possible, but he suggested these methods were costly. He estimated the total extra cost would be about $20,000. Mr. Bisel and Mr. Bohjanen asked Mr. Stahlberg to supply cost figures for all three methods of crossing the Creek. Mr. Bisel moved to arrange to bridge the job by using the lest expensive method of the three recommendations and let PAGE 16 259 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 the Council see the figures. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. ATTORNEY'S REPORT - BILL HAWKINS Mr. Hawkins did not have a report. OLD BUSINESS Anoka County Minor Subdivision, Park Dedication - Mr. Schumacher reminded the Council that a minor subdivision at the Correction Facility was granted to the County at the last Council meeting. Normally when property is subdivided, park dedication is required. He asked the Council if they wish to waive this requirement for this particular subdivision since the circumstances are unusal. Mr. Schumacher had outlined three options regarding this matter in his memorandum to the Council dated March 9, 1988. Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve the Administrators recommendation No. 2, Compromise the Ordinance allowing for some form of compensation and this will allow the Council to require compensation if at some time in the future the usage of the land changes. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Ross' Corner Tax Increment Finance Proposal - Mr. Schumacher has sent the Council a memorandum noting that the City has worked with Mr. Ross for over a year in an attempt to initiate a new development at his present location. Since Mr. Ross does not appear to be in a hurry to complete this matter, he suggested that the City allow Mr. Ross another sixty days to begin or gear the efforts of the City to another option. Mr. Bisel asked about the street and intersection, if this development does not proceed what will the County do about the intersection. Mr. Schumacher explained that the County designed the current intersection and would be liable in case of an accident. They would also walk away their from their offers to Mr. Ross. Mr. Schumacher said he has talked to Mr. Ross about this matter just this past week. Mr. Bisel asked if some Tax Increment Financing would then be freed to use in another location. Mr. Schumacher said yes. Mr. Andy Neal explained that Mr. Ross has not been able to complete his financing package. Mr. Bisel suggested that Mr. Ross could down size his project. Mr. Schumacher also said that he has suggested to Mr. Ross that he build in phases. PAGE 17 251 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 Mr. Bisel moved to approve Mr. Schumachers recommendations in his memorandum of March 9, 1988.. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen moved to extend the Council meeting until all business at hand is finished. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 1988, 1989 49ners Union Contract - Mr. Bisel moved to approve the contract as presented by the Administrator at the Council workshop this evening. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Resolution No. 12 - 88 Abating Assessments for 6808 Lakeview Drive - Mrs. Anderson explained that the residents on North Road did have the opportunity to not be assessed if they so desired. She had misunderstood the wishes of the residents at this address and assessed them although they did not want to be assessed. Mrs. Anderson talked to the City Engineer about this matter and he suggested the assessments be abated since this particular one is in litigation. Mr. Bisel moved to adopt Resolution No. 12 - 88. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 12 - 88 RESOLUTION ABATING THE 1988 INSTALLMENT AND ALL FUTURE INSTALLMENTS FOR SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FUND 87 - 01 ON PARCEL DESCRIBED AS 19 - 31 -22 -33 -0031 WHEREAS, WHEREAS, the City Council of Lino Lakes has met and heard and passes upon this abatement, and it is in the best interest of the City of Lino Lakes and the owner to abate the assessment des- cribed above on Improvement Project 87 - 01. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, as follows: 1. That the 1988 installment, and all installments for future years for Special Assessment Fund No. 1463 on property described as PIN_19- 31 -22 -33 -0031 including any penalties and interest, if any, are PAGE 18 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 hereby abated. 2. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to forward a certified copy of this Resolution to the County Auditor of Anoka County for abate- ment. Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 14th day of March, 1988. arillyn G. Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer Resolution No. 13 - 88 Abating Assessment for 205 Ash Street - Mrs. Anderson explained that there are two lots at this address. One lot has the home and should have been assessed for sewer and water. The second lot is vacant and should have not been assessed. The assessment was placed on the vacant lot. Mr. Bohjanen moved to adopt Resolution No. 13 - 88. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Charter Meeting, March 3, 1988 - Mr. Schumacher explained that the Charter Commission had met on March 3, 1988 and requested that the City advertise seven vacancies on that Commission. Mr. Reinert said he will indicate that he wishes to be re- appointed. Mr. Bisel moved to approve this request. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Circulating Pines Progress Edition - Mr. Schumacher explained the material received from the Circulating Pines regarding the Progress Edition. The Council discussed whether or not to be a part of this edition. Mr. Bohjanen moved to file this matter. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Centennial Fire District Request for Task Force Members - Mrs. Anderson has placed copies of the letter dated March 8, 1988 on the Council desk. This letter is requesting that the Council appoint a Council Member and the City Planner to the Task Force. Mr. Bohjanen moved to appoint Andy Neal and Marilyn Elsenpeter to represent the Council as well as the PAGE 19 COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1988 City Planner on the Task Force. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Builders Day - Mr. Schumacher reminded the Council that the 1st annual builders day is scheduled for March 24, 1988. The newspapers have been informed and it is on the City cable station. Announcements have been sent to those involved. Mr. Bisel moved to adjourn at 10:15 P.M. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. These minutes were considered and approved at a regular council meeting on March 24th 1988. A' ILYN, . ANDERSON er - Tr-asurer Cl PAGE 20 App G. Mayor 253