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COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 25, 1988
The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was
called to order by Mayor Benson at 7:05 P.M., April 25,
1988. Council Members present: Bisel, Bohjanen, Reinert.
Council Members absent: none. City Attorney, Bill Hawkins;
Engineer, Ron Stahlberg; Building Official, Pete Kluegel;
Administrator, Randy Schumacher and Clerk - Treasurer, Marilyn
Anderson were also present.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Council Work Session, April 11, 1988 - Mr. Bisel moved to
approve these minutes as presented. Mr. Reinert seconded
the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Regular Council Meeting, April 11. 1988 - Mr. Bohjanen moved
to approve these minutes. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion.
Mayor Benson noted that on page 14 under Sewer and Water
Rate Increase Public Hearing, paragraph seven; the effective
date of the second rate increase should be January 1, 1989,
payable April 1, 1989. Mr. Bohjanen and Mr. Reinert
accepted the correction. Motion carried unanimously.
Council Ways and Means Meeting, April 13, 1988 - Mr. Bisel
moved to approve these minutes as presented. Mr. Bohjanen
seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENTS - APRIL 25, 1988
Mr. Reinert moved to approve the Disbursements as presented.
Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
OPEN MIKE
Mrs. Helen LaFond, 5880 Rustic Lane - Mrs. LaFond presented
a petition to the Council requesting the installation of a
street light at the intersection of Rustic Lane and Glenview
Drive. Mayor Benson accepted the petition and explained
that the Council will deliver the request to Public Works
Director, Don Volk and he will ask NSP to install the light.
Mrs. LaFond will be kept informed regarding this request.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY PLAT - LAKEVIEW
PLACE
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Mayor Benson explained the background on this item noting
that the last time this was on the agenda the Council had
requested two items to be addressed by the staff. The first
item was the possible extension of the platted cul -de -sac to
the east to the City of Centerville border. The second item
concerns the capacity of the lift station.
Mr. Stahlberg explained that he has spent a considerable
amount of time with the MWCC staff regarding the lift
station. The past capacity problem stemmed from the
controlled flow downstream. In 1986 MWCC completed
construction that will allow the flow from the Centerville
lift station at a faster rate during the periods of heavy
rain.
Mayor Benson noted receipt of a letter from the City of
Centerville to Mr. Miller regarding whether the City of
Centerville would extend LaMotte Circle if it were extended
within the plat to the eastern border. The letter said that
Centerville is not in favor of a commitment since
development of this property is not scheduled until after
the year 2000. Mr. Reinert asked Mr. Hawkins if this street
were extended to the bordor of the plat, is there anything
in the statutes that would require Centerville to connect to
this street. Mr. Hawkins said there were not assurances.
Mr. Stahlberg explained that the only assurance would be a
joint powers agreement. Mr. Bohjanen asked if the street
were extended to the south to the Regional Park area, would
this also require a joint powers agreement for future
extension. It was determined that a joint powers would be
required.
Mr. Bisel asked Mr. Torkildson what the term "County Road"
meant on the section maps. Mr. Torkildson explained that at
one time the Regional Park had considered putting the main
entrance to the regional park in that area. There is now a
new plan and layout.
A lady from the audience asked if any member of the Council
has been out to LaMotte Drive to view the proposed area for
subdivsion. All the Council Members had visited the area.
She expressed concern for safety of children in this area.
She explained that she is a nurse and has watched families
of injured children. She noted that the Council doesn't
really know how much responsibility they have. She felt
there was a good reason for the rule restricting the length
of a cul -de -sac.
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Mr. Mike Mastro, 1553 LaMotte Drive - Mr. Mastro said that
he was concerned because the proposed walkway to Centerville
Park from the new subdivision would encourage parking by
park users on the cul -de -sac thereby increasing traffic into
the Lino Lakes portion of LaMotte Drive. He also asked if
the sewage coming from the new subdivision to LaMotte Drive
would cause problems for residents at the end of LaMotte
Drive. Mr. Stahlberg said sewage would not be a problem
because of the size of the pipes. He noted other areas in
Lino Lakes that have even larger situations than this.
Mr. Bisel explained his concern was the traffic problem in
the area. The road is narrow and people do not seem to
realize that it is a dead end street. He asked about the
capacity for the LaMotte Park in Lino Lakes. Mr. Schumacher
explained that this is just a neighborhood park and will not
be developed to attract users from outside this area.
Mr. Bohjanen asked if there was any other possible way into
the proposed subdivision besides LaMotte Drive. Mr.
Stahlberg said that he and the City Planner have reviewed
all the different alternatives presented by the developer
and this is the best plan.
Glen Simonson, 1566 LaMotte Drive - Mr. Simonson said he had
checked with Anoka County Highway Department and LaMotte
Drive does not meet any of their standards. He noted that
cars can go 50 MPH on LaMotte Drive and this is a narrow
road with fast traffic. Mr. Mastro also noted that the
driving surface on the Centerville section of LaMotte Drive
is narrower than in Lino Lakes and in addition there is
traffic congestion caused by the Centerville Park. Mr. Bisel
noted that there are other areas of Lino Lakes that have
only one entrance /exit. He asked what the width of Black
Duck Drive is compared to LaMotte Drive. Mr. Stahlberg
guessed that Black Duck Drive is about 36 feet and has curbs
and gutters, however West Shadow Lake Drive is narrower than
LaMotte Drive and has more residential units. Mayor Benson
noted that studies have confirmed that it is residents
living in the area that drive the fastest.
Mayor Benson explained that a great deal of testimony has
been received regarding the variance application and the
preliminary plat and the Council must take action. Mr.
Hawkins told the Council that whatever action is taken must
be supported. Mr. Bohjanen said he was concerned about the
long cul -de -sac and the fact that there never will be
another way into that area. Mr. Bisel wanted to be clear
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about who will pay the cost of the reconstruction of LaMotte
Drive when it is necessary. Mr. Stahlberg said all
benefitting property owners including the proposed new 22
lots in Lakeview Place.
A gentleman asked if there was a problem in holding the
cul -de -sac to the required 500 foot length. Mr. Mastro
asked who would be monitoring the holding ponds, a
homeowners association? Mr. Stahlberg explained the length
of the cul -de -sac was up to the developer. Mr. Ressler
explained that there will be no homeowners association and
the holding ponds normally become the property of the
municipality who then monitor them.
A gentleman noted that his property is saturated with water
for most of the summer. He asked what will prevent the
ponds from keeping his property saturated. He asked if the
ponds will be lined to keep the saturation from spreading
from the ponds. Mr. Ressler said the ponds will not be
lined. Mr. Stahlberg explained that the entire area has a
high water table, but the ditch cleaning project and
providing an outlet for the ditch will help alleviate the
water problem in this entire area.
The gentleman who asked what the problem was holding the
cul -de -sac to 500 feet said this question was never
answered. Mr. Ressler explained the original proposal for
the subdivision. However, RCWD and Mr. Stahlberg did not
agree that this was the best layout and the final proposal
was developed and the vacant lot on LaMotte Drive was
purchased. This method meets all the criteria of the City
and also proposes the shortest cul -de -sac. He said he could
see the point of view of the adjoining residents, however
this is taking a parcel and generating the most taxes
possible. He felt this was a unique corner of Lino Lakes.
He asked if the residents would want a through street if
Centerville allowed a trailer park or industrial park to
develop between them and Centerville Road.
A lady from the audience said if the variance was not passed
the area would be a lot safer. She asked why does the
variance have to be approved? She said she felt strongly
that a shorter road and less lots would be safer and she
also said she felt strongly that there should be two
entrances into the area. Mr. Bohjanen asked how many lots
would be lost if the street was extended to the border. Mr.
Ressler said two or three.
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Mr. Neal explained that there had been a fire near the end
of LaMotte Drive and the fire equipment could not reach the
area because a car was parked on the street. Mr. Reinert
asked if another street did go in would it provide a place
for emergency vehicles to turn around. Mr. Neal and Fire
Chief Gay said this may help.
Mr. Reinert said that this matter has now been discussed in
great detail and he moved to grant a variance as proposed in
conjunction with the plat and the reason being that the City
did check with the City of Centerville and they did not
indicate immediate plans to extend the street to Centerville
Road; this motion is to include the six findings of fact
outlined in the Planning and Zoning Minutes of February 10,
1988; the subdivision complies with the new zoning ordinance
and does meet the spirit and intent of the new zoning
ordinance. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion.
Mr. Schumacher noted that the City Engineer has stated that
the existing LaMotte Drive will have to be upgraded in the
next two to three years. He asked for clarification about
the reconstruction of the road. Mr. Stahlberg said it would
be constructed to current standards with curbs and gutters
and a full 32 foot roadway.
Voting on the motion, motion carried with Mayor Benson
voting yes and Mr. Bisel voting no.
Mr. Reinert moved to approve the preliminary plat of
Lakeview Place as presented with the reasons as stated in
the previous motion, to include the seven items laid out by
the City Engineer in his letter of March 22, 1988 with item
seven being paramount and must be completed before the
project is started and this item meets all the requirements
of RCWD; to include the completion of the cleanup of Outlot
I as outlined by Don Volk and Ron Stahlberg, Mrs. Anderson
will research the records for this area; contact the St.
Paul Water Department regarding continuing the cleanup on
their property to the lake, TKDA will provide the cross
sections and staking; negotiate with the contractor who will
cleanout the south ditch to have him do this project as
well. The develpment of Lakeview Place is contigent upon
both areas being completely cleaned and restored. At the
time the homes are offered for sale, ask the Police
Department to give special attention to patrolling the area
for speeding and parking violations and after the area is
completely sold, have the area monitored so that there will
be no safety problems. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion.
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The motion carried with Mr. Bisel voting no and Mayor Benson
voting yes.
SYNOPSIS OF 1987 HUNTING ISSUES WITHIN THE CITY
Chief Campbell has prepared a memorandum to Mr. Schumacher
dated April 5, 1988 regarding the past hunting season. He
explained that the concern this past season was in regard to
the special goose hunting season. He noted that most of the
calls received by his department were informational calls,
with a few trespassing calls. In summary he felt there has
not been a big problem. Mr. Dave Rodahl of the DNR was with
Chief Campbell. He felt the problem last year was that
citizens were not aware of the early goose season. He noted
that the early season did thin down the goose population and
the intent of the early season was to get the birds before
they migrated to urban areas. There may be another early
season this year and he will let the City know as early as
possible.
Mayor Benson asked Chief Campbell if the City should start
looking at adjusting the "no hunting" boundaries. Chief
Campbell said not at this time and also noted that he felt
the hunting ordinances were working well. Mr. Rodahl said
the main concern is safety however the second problem is
controlling the deer population. There is no hunting at all
in Ramsey County and Lino Lakes is rural enough to attract
the deer.
Mr. McDonald, 6901 LaMotte Drive explained he had a problem
with hunters in the bay area and hunters were shooting
toward his house. The second concern was that hunters were
parking on LaMotte Drive in his area and then walking into
the Regional Park to hunt.
Mr. Bohjanen asked if there were special requirements for
hunting during the early goose season. Mr. Rodahl said
rules and regulations were sent out with the permits. Mayor
Benson said the problem in many instances is that when a
violation occurs, the violator has disappeared before law
authorities arrive. He asked how this situation should be
handled in the future. There was no answer.
Mr. Mastro asked what is the City's position on the proposed
Vaughan Game Farm. Mr. Schumacher explained that further
information is still forth coming from Mr. Vaughan. This
will be brought to Council next month.
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Mr. Bisel asked about a special hunting season for deer. He
noted that cars are having a very good harvest this year.
Mayor Benson thanked Chief Campbell and Mr. Rodahl for
coming this evening. He asked Chief Campbell to monitor the
hunting season this fall and give the Council an update
early in the winter.
CHAIN OF LAKES REGIONAL PARK
Mr. David Torkildson, Anoka County Parks Director and
Margaret Langfeld, Third Distrist County Commission were
asked by Mr. Schumacher to appear this evening to outline
the proposed development in the Chain of Lakes Regional
Park. Mr. Torkildsori handed a map to the Council showing
the development. He noted that he had appeared before the
Park Board and outlined the development for them.
The development currently planned is for forty tent sites,
fifty six RV sites, underground water, dump station, self
contained rest rooms, shower rooms, laundry facilities and a
contact station. There will be a full time person with a
RV or trailer for emergency purposes and night monitoring.
Rangers will patrol evenings and weekends and there will be
full -time park help during the day.
Mayor Benson expressed concern that Lino Lakes Police will
be called during the night and he was also concerned about
fire calls. Mr. Torkildson explained that the park closes
at 9:30 P.M. and the rangers will patrol until 2:00 A.M.
The on -site person will contact the sheriff if there is a
problem or the Lino Lakes Police if there is a life
threatening situation. He noted that Bunker Park has the
same facilities and there has been no problems there.
Mayor Benson asked who uses these types of facilities. Mr.
Torkildson explained it will be people from the Twin Cities
area. They are allowed to stay only three days and expected
that since there is not an exit from 35W there will not be
many passing by using the facilities.
Mr. Reinert asked about the boat access to George Watch
Lake. Mr. Torkildson felt it will be used mostly as a conoe
access for the present since the lake continues to die. He
is hopeful that something can be done to restore the lakes
and creeks in this area soon. He also noted that the
shoreline will remain mostly untouched.
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Chief Campbell explained his concern will be taking time
from his officers. Mr. Torkildson explained that there will
be rangers to handle most problems. Fire Chief Gay was
concerned that police and fire have access in case of
emergency. He also noted that if his department does
respond, the funding comes from his budget. Mr. Torkildson
said he would sit down with Chief Gay to work out a solution
to funding service to the park. Mr. Reinert asked about
funding for the police department if they respond to calls
inside the park. Mr. Torkildson said he would also address
this concern.
Mr. Bisel expressed concern that as use of the park
increases, local traffic will also increase. He asked about
the County's feeling regarding an access to 35W. Mr.
Torkildson said the ramp should have been built when the
freeway was built and would support any effort to get
federal funding for such an improvement. Mrs. Langfeld said
that as the usage of the park increases, the County can then
outline justification for the access to 35W. She said she
would like to see close monitoring of the police and fire
calls within the park.
Mr. Torkildson said that the County is still working on
establishing the main entrance to the park off of Lake Drive
and Aqua Lane. This spring archeologists will survey the
area and determine if road construction can proceed in the
area.
Mr. MacDonald asked how the County plans to control the use
of non - licensed RV's in the park. Mr. Torkildson said they
are prohibited unless they are licensed and using the
parkways only. He explained the problems faced this year
and explained they are being closely monitored. In addition
next week the full contingent of rangers will be patrolling
the park.
Mr. Mastro asked how the County will monitor boat traffic.
Mr. Torkildson said the only control is at the access point.
This can be accomplished by limiting the parking area.
However, the County did not have control over private home-
owners on the lake. The patrol of the lake is assigned to
the Sheriff's water patrol.
Mayor Benson thanked Mrs. Langfeld and Mr. Torkildson for
coming this evening and asked that they keep the Council
updated on the possibility of bow hunting in the park this
season.
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PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD REPORT - PETE KLUEGEL
Consideration of Ordinance No. 03 - 88, Temporary Truck
Parking in Residential Areas, First Reading - Mr. Kluegel
explained that for some time the Planning and Zoning Board
and the City Council have discussed the issue of large truck
parking in residential districts. The P & Z Board has
prepared a proposed ordinance to deal with this problem.
This ordinance would require a permit and would allow
parking if the request meets seven conditions as outlined in
the ordinance. The proposed ordinance would mean that there
would be certain areas in Lino Lakes that truck parking
would be entirely prohibited.
Mr. Bisel explained the point was to allow the person who
uses that type of a vehicle in his vocation to park the
vehicle for short periods of time when the driver is home
for the weekend or on a layover. Mr. Kluegel explained that
there are currently about eight residences in Lino Lakes
that would fit this ordinance. Mayor Benson expressed
concern regarding item number one in that it does not have a
time limit. Mr. Kluegel explained that the P & Z Board did
discuss this but decided not to put a time limit on it. Mr.
Kluegel explained that one of his concerns is a landowner
that has more than one truck. Mr. Reinert noted that the
ordinance did not contain a penalty. Mr. Hawkins explained
that this ordinance is an amendment to Ordinance B and that
Ordinance B contains penalty provisions.
There was discussion regarding local contractors who keep
large trucks at their residences. Mayor Benson felt this
was not addressed in this ordinance. Mr. Reinert felt that
they were not the issue in this ordinance and if there were
complaints regarding local contractors they could be
addressed at that time. Mr. Schumacher explained that many
local contractors are "grandfathered in" and can continue to
operate but not intensify their operation. He noted that
this particular ordinance addresses eighteen wheelers only.
Mr. Hawkins explained that the "grandfathered" businesses
are non - conforming and that the "grandfathered" use
continues with the land even if the land is sold. The
non - conforming use must be discontinued for one year before
it is considered no longer "grandfathered ". Mayor Benson
asked if this ordinance is attacking what the Council really
wanted attacked? Mr. Bisel explained it would eliminate the
problem of tractor trailers being used for storage, signage
etc.
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There was additional discussion regarding placing a time
limit on each permit. Mr. Bisel moved to approve the first
reading of Ordinance No. 03 - 88 and add to Section A, 1
"within a seven day period" and add to A, 7 "at a fee of
$20.00 annually ". Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion
carried with Mr. Reinert voting no and Mayor Benson voting
yes. Mr. Hawkins noted that an unanimous vote would be
required to pass the first reading since there are only four
members. Mr. Reinert changed his vote to yes to insure that
this ordinance would come back to the Council for a second
reading. He explained that he has a problem with the
possibility of this ordinance opening the City to new people
who wish to park eighteen wheelers on their property.
Motion declared passed.
Mayor Benson said he would like to see an ordinance that
would not impact or create further opportunities for some
people. He would like further restrictions.
CITY OF LINO LAKES
COUNTY OF ANOKA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. 03 - 88
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE, APPENDIX B, ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES BY AMENDING MOTOR
VEHICLE PARKING IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
I.
The City Council of the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County,
Minnesota does ordain:
Ordinance No. 2 of the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County,
Minnesota, passed by the City Council on May 24, 1983 is
hereby amended as follows:
AMENDMENT: Appendix B, Section 8, Subdivision (5) Motor
Vehicle Parking In Residential Areas.
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A. No motor vehicle exceeding a gross
weight of 11,075 pounds shall be parked
or stored in a residential district
except when loading, unloading, or
rendering a service unless a permit
that complies with the following
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requirements is obtained from the
Building Inspector.
1. The unit shall not be parked for
more than 72 hours within a seven
(7) day period.
2. The unit shall be parked behind the
front of the dwelling.
3. No more than one permit shall be
granted per residence.
4. Neither the truck engine nor any
other motorized component shall be
left running while the vehicle is
parked.
5. There shall be a minimum of 150
feet from the unit to the nearest
lot line.
6. The unit shall remain connected,
7. All parking permits shall be
reviewed and renewed on July 1 of
each year at a fee of $20.00
annually.
II.
Save as above amended, said Ordinance No. 2 shall stand as
initially passed and as previously amended.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and
after its passage and publication according to City Charter.
Passed this y(6 day of , 1988 by the Lino Lakes
City Council.
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. Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer
Variance, Paul Irvine, Shoreland Setback - Mr. Irvine is
considering purchasing the property at 7425 Peltier Lake
Drive and is requesting a variance to build a garage and an
addition to the house which is located within the Shoreland
Management area. His purchase agreement is contigent upon
acceptance of the variance request and the landowner has
signed a document indicating that he is aware of Mr.
Irvine's request for the variance. The P & Z Board did have
one concern and that is that the neighbor was required to
build his house outside of the Shoreland Management area.
Mr. Irvine did check with this neighbor and found that the
builder of the house has since moved and the new neighbor
has no problem with this variance request.
Mr. Bisel moved to approve application No. 88 - 10 contigent
upon the closing of the property to Mr. Irvine. Mr.
Bohjanen seconded the motion. Motion carried with Mr.
Reinert abstaining.
Mr. Kluegel told the Council that he has issued building
permits for thirty nine new homes and noted that he has
received many telephone calls regarding the sale of the
Montain property. It appears that he will have a very busy
season.
Mayor Benson asked Mr. Kluegel about a new home under
construction on Lantern Lane. It appears that there is a
large dropoff between this new home and the home to the
east. Mr. Kluegel explained that FHA requires that the
builder maintain a certain basement elevation requiring this
house to be built higher than the neighbor. A swale is
being constructed between the two houses to be sure there is
proper drainage.
ENGINEER'S REPORT - RON STAHLBERG
Update on Trunk Watermain Crossing - Mr. Stahlberg explained
that the crossing was attempted again and it appeared that
there might be a problem with the stability of Highway #49.
Twin City Testing is now looking for the best construction
method to take on this. Twin City Testing will be issuing a
report on this shortly. Mr. Stahlberg will keep the Council
informed on this matter.
ATTORNEY'S REPORT - BILL HAWKINS
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Mr. Hawkins did not have a report.
CONSIDERATION OF ENTERING INTO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
AND ANOKA COUNTY FOR ANNUAL ASSESSMENT SERVICES
Mr. Schumacher explained that the Council has authorized him
to proceed with entering into an agreement with Anoka County
for providing assessment services for 1988 through 1989. He
said he feels that Anoka County will do an excellent job for
Lino Lakes and Mr. Leone, County Assessor would like to
re- evaluate the entire City within a two month period. He
would first do a quartile study and then proceed with a
schedule based on the study. The Council had questions
regarding where the County would start first and after
further discussion Mr. Schumacher was asked to update the
Council when a work schedule was determined.
Mr. Bisel noted that the contract is for six years and asked
what the penalty would be if this City decided to
discontinue County service. Mr. Schumacher explained the
only requirement is a one year's notice.
Mr. Bisel moved to approve Anoka County Assessors service as
stated in Mr.•Schumacher's letter of April 20, 1988 for 1988
through 1994. Mr. Bohjanen seconded the motion.
Mr. Reinert moved to amend the motion to include that once
the quartile study is completed, Mr. Schumacher bring this
back to the Council to review with the County and answer any
further questions the Council may have. Mr. Bisel seconded
the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Voting on the original motion, motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM CENTENNIAL FIRE DISTRICT
CONCERNING USED LINO LAKES POLICE CAR
The Centennial Fire District has sent a letter dated April
8, 1988 to the Council requesting that the Council donate or
sell to the Fire District one of the squad cars now being
taken out of service. The District will pay $1,200 for the
equipment on the car. Mr. Schumacher has prepared a letter
to the Fire District about this matter and the letter
indicated the cost of the vehicle as $2,500 plus the cost of
the equipment. After discussion regarding the potential use
of the vehicle, how the District will pay for the vehicle
and who determined the price of the vehicle, Mr. Reinert
moved to consider this request and have the answer to the
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Fire District at the next Council meeting. Mr. Bisel
seconded the motion. After further discussion regarding the
cost of equipping a new squad and whether this decision
should be delayed, Mr. Reinert withdrew his motion and Mr.
Bisel withdrew his second.
Mr. Bisel moved to offer for sale to the Centennial Fire
District car #317 with the police equipment except the radio
and that the purchase price of the vehicle is $2,500 plus
the replacement cost of the equipment. Mr. Reinert seconded
the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION FOR NON -UNION
EMPLOYEES EVALUATION AND SALARY ADJUSTMENT
Mr. Schumacher explained that since the previous Ways and
Means Committee meeting he has met with all the non -union
employees and they have signed the recommendation forms as
previously discussed.
Mr. Bisel moved to approve the salary recommendations with
the requirement that Mr. Schumacher determine how these
salary adjustments affect the 1988 Budget. Mr. Reinert
seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
Mill Rate Information - Mr. Schumacher explained that the
Anoka County Assessors office has provided him with
information regarding mill rates which are quite interesting
and suggested that someone from each school district be
invited to the Board of Review on May 16, 1988. Mr. Reinert
suggested that information be used at this meeting to show
the public what percent of their taxes goes to other taxing
entities. Mr. Bisel also suggested having handouts
available for the public.
Metropolitan Sewer Line Capacity, - Mr. Stahlberg told the
Council that there is no guarantee that the potential
developer of the Montain property will have the needed
capacity in the current sewer facility. He noted that this
is a potential problem and is telling prospective buyers of
this concern. He explained that this points out the need
for a financing policy.
Notice of Metropolitan Council Public Hearing - Mr.
Stahlberg handed out notices of the public hearing to be
held on Wednesday, May 18, 1988. He suggested that several
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of the matters covered by this public hearing have a
potential affect on Lino Lakes. He said he would visit the
staff at MWCC and suggested that a work session may be
needed to address this matter.
Lakes Addition No. 3 Ponds - Mayor Benson said that a
resident on East Shadow Lake Drive is concerned about the
promises made by Mr. Uhde in relation to the ponds, grass
and other items. He wanted to be sure all residents were
notified when Mr. Uhde holds his association meeting and he
also asked that the Carlsons be sent a letter letting them
know that they will be notified of the meeting. Mr.
Schumacher was asked to research the Council meeting where
Mr. Uhde outlined his proposed association and what was
going to be done in that area.
NEW BUSINESS
Post Office - Mr. Schumacher told the Council that he has
been contacted by the St. Paul Post Office and they will be
doing a city wide mailing to determine if anyone including
the City Council has any suggestions for a location.
Canvass of Election - The Council will meet on Wednesday,
April 27, 1988 to canvass the election to be held on
Tuesday, April 26, 1988.
Rice Lake Estates, Tennison - Mayor Benson has been
contacted by Mrs. Tennison regarding park land and a storm
sewer in the Rice Lake Estates subdivison. Mr. Volk will
check the park issue and Mr. Stahlberg said that he has
already been contacted regarding the storm sewer and he
asked them to submit a plan for this review.
Mr. Bisel moved to adjourn at 10: 43 P.M. Mr. Bohjanen
seconded the motion. Aye.
These minutes were considered and approved at a regular
council meeting on May 9th, 1988.
MARIL/N G. ANDERSON BENJ. IN G. BENSON
Clerk- Treasurer Mayor
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