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COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 12, 1989
The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was
called to order by Mayor Benson at 7:00 P.M., June 12, 1989.
Council Members present: Neal and Bisel. Council Members
absent: Bohjanen and Reinert. City Attorney, Bill Hawkins;
Engineer, Ron Stahlberg; Public Works Adm4414strattlyr, Don
Volk; Building Official, Pete Kluegel; Administrator, Randy
Schumacher and Clerk- Treasurer, Marilyn Anderson, were also
present.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Work Session, May 22, 1989 - Mr. Neal moved to approve these
minutes as presented. Mr. Bisel seconded the motion. Motion
carried unanimously.
Regular Council Meeting, May 22, 1989 - Mr. Neal moved to
approve these minutes as presented. Mr. Bisel seconded the
motion. Mr. Neal asked Mayor Benson if he had voted on the
motion to add an additional police officer to the Lino Lakes
Police Department. Mayor Benson said he did not, it was not
necessary as there were sufficient votes to pass the motion.
Voting on the motion, motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF DISBURSEMENTS
May 31, 1989 - Mr. Bisel asked Mayor Benson if he and Mr.
Reinert bill for mileage? He read from a prepared statement
noting that both Mayor Benson and Mr. Reinert continue to
bill for mileage and meal expenses without the consent of the
Council. He indicated that Mayor Benson had collected an
additional $285.73 in 1988 for these expenses without the
Council being aware of such billings since these items were
not included on the Disbursement Listing. Mr. Bisel in his
statement noted that this matter has been referred to the
County Attorney for investigation and asked that Mayor Benson
consider reimbursing the City for these charges and consider
stepping down from his position until the matter is resolved.
Mayor Benson explained that this matter was addressed over a
year ago and he and Mr. Reinert indicated that if the Council
felt this was unfair the Ordinance should be amended to
reflect this. Mr. Hawkins explained that if the City Code
allows Council Members to be reimbursed for these expenses,
Mayor Benson's and Mr. Reinert's actions were appropriate.
If the Council wishes to change the policy, the City Code
should be amended by ordinance. Mr. Hawkins also noted that
the County Attorney will do a thorough job of investigating
this matter and will provide a report to the Council.
Mayor Benson said that he did not charge for investigating
items that come before the Council even though he sometimes
goes to the site for a personal view. However, the expenses
that he does ask for reimbursement on must be added to his
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salary as the IRS has determined that they are taxable.
Mayor Benson said that he would not step down from his
position.
After further discussion, Mr. Bisel moved to approve the
Disbursements of May 31, 1989. Mr. Neal seconded the motion.
Motion carried unanimously.
June 12, 1989 - Mr. Bisel moved to approve these
Disbursements as presented. Mr. Neal seconded the motion.
Motion carried unanimously.
OPEN MIKE
George DeGeer, 7609 Peltier Drive - Mr. DeGeer explained to
the Council that there is a small triangle shaped lot to the
south of his property currently owned by Gordon Rehbein, in
the process of being divided and sold by Williard Rehbein and
marketed by a third person. It is being sold to the owners
of lots in Rehbein's Peltier Lake View subdivision for lake
access purposes without Council approval. Mr. DeGeer noted
that there are Articles of Incorporation on the lot, however
the corporation is not registered with the State of
Minnesota. It appears that the salesman is selling something
that he does not own and if he is successful, one quarter of
this small lot located adjacent to his property will be used
as lake access for twenty six (26) lot owners across the
street. He asked who will be responsible to maintenance of
this lot? He asked that this matter be addressed before it
gets worse and involves many more people.
Mayor Benson noted that this lot was not part of the original
plat. The salesman did approach the City Planner about
subdividing the lots and was told that it could not be done.
Mr. Hawkins explained that what the owners were trying to do
was not uncommon. It is routinely done with townhomes. It
is not a division of the land but an allocation of use of the
land so that everyone will not congregate in the same area.
The corporation (home owners association) will maintain title
to the property. It is commonly practiced and is not
illegal.
Mr. DeGeer discharged with how this particular property was
being marketed and felt that everyone was being "hoodwinked ".
He noted that he has talked to the Department of Natural
Resources about the matter and they explained that the
property will have to be fenced and controlled, otherwise it
will be a public access to the lake.
Mayor Benson said this matter would be placed on the June
26th agenda and he asked Mr. Hawkins to address the questions
of registration of the corporation. He asked Mr. Schumacher
to follow up with the County and the DNR and asked Mr.
Kluegel to determine how the property was being marketed.
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CONSIDERATION OF SALE OF $4,660,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
TEMPORARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 1989A - RESOLUTION NO. 40
- 89
Mr. Ron Langness, representing Springsted, Inc. presented the
results of the sale of the temporary obligation bonds held
earlier today. He noted that he was very pleased with the
results of the sale and explained that interest rates were
lower than he had anticipated. He noted the reasons for the
lower rate was that the issue was a short term temporary
issue, the market is currently aggressive and the volume of
the bonds was sizeable. Mr. Langness noted that the bond
rating for this City was reduced from BAA1 to BAA, however
the bond sale did not suffer because of this change. The
reason for the change in bond rating is that this issue will
double the amount of this City's debt and because the rating
service does not like to see this much in temporary bonds.
Mr. Langness did not expect the bond rating to go any lower
and did not expect that it would affect the City in the
future.
Mr. Langness noted that there were bidders for the bonds and
he recommended the low bid from First Bank National
Association Norwest Investment Services, Inc. at a net
interest rate of 6.3900%.
Mr. Bisel noted that this will be a break for the people who
are getting services with the purchase of these bonds and
moved to award the bid for the sale of General Obligation
Temporary Improvement Bonds, Series 1989A to First Bank
National Association Norwest Investment Services, Inc. at a
net rate of 6.3900% and to approve Resolution No. 40 - 89
awarding the sale of bonds. Mr. Neal seconded the motion.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING - REZONE RICE CREEK CHAIN OF LAKES REGIONAL
PARK
Mr. Miller explained that this property has never had a
zoning and to allow the City to review any development of the
property, proper zoning should be applied. The matter came
to the forefront when a building was discovered in the park
in Chomonix Golf Course, erected without a building permit
and in violation of some building codes.
Glen Bowen, 6873 Black Duck Drive said he thought that the
manner of notification of residents was very inadequate. A
notice appeared in the paper once and he asked what affect
the PSP zoning will have in the future. Mr. Miller explained
that this would be a public /semi - public area, it is a passive
park and will remain a natural area. The only addition that
he is aware of is the installation of more trails. This is
basically a housekeeping issue and assures the Council and
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the Planning and Zoning Board that they will have a review of
any future development or building plans.
Mr. Bowen asked who would designate where future trails are
to be located and who will protect the wildlife. It was
explained that the area is designed by the Anoka County Parks
Department with the approval of Metropolitan Council.
Mr. Hawkins addressed the issue of notification of rezonings.
Mr. Bowen said he wanted to be sure there would be input and
control. Mr. Schumacher explained that the improvements
being constructed now have been approved by Metro and the
rezoning will not change the nature of the park. Mr. Bowen
asked that future notices clarify and give more information.
He said he would look at the comprehensive development plan
for the park at Anoka County.
Mr. Bisel moved to continue the public hearing to the June
26th agenda as a four -fifth vote is required of the Council
and there are only three members in attendance tonight. Mr.
Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, ROBERT SIMONSON
Mr. Miller explained that this request is for a conditional
use permit to operate an auto repair garage at 7860 Lake
Drive, formerly Luther's Sport Shop. There had been
complaints regarding the parking'of vehicles on Lois Lane and
the use of the property. Mr. Miller read the list of options
he noted in his memorandum to the Council on this matter. He
noted the applicant is willing to comply with all of the
options and he is already in the building and operating his
business. Mr. Miller suggested that the Council place a time
limit for the completion of the items on the list of forty
five (45) days.
Gary Shipman, 907 Lois Lane asked how will the Council make
sure that Mr. Simonson will do what is requested? Mr.
Hawkins said it would not be unreasonable to require a
financial commitment such as a bond or escrow to insure the
timely completion of the items.
Bert Noren, 785 Lois Lane said that a lot of residents are
concerned about parking on the street. He asked if there
will be no parking on Lois Lane and if there is not parking,
will the Police Officers issue tags without a signed
complaint?
Arlene Averbeck, 7855 Lake Drive said she was concerned about
the appearance of the front of the building and noted the
appearance of A -Well and Apitz Garage as examples of her
thoughts. She asked where would cars park, in the front or
back of the building? She also asked if cars will be offered
for sale in front of the building.
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Mr. Simonson said he has agreed not to park any cars on Lois
Lane. He also has no intention of starting a used car sales
lot.
Mayor Benson asked where Mr. Simonson would park cars waiting
for space inside the garage and what is to become of the pile
of polluted dirt currently in front of the building.
Ann O'Brien, 793 Lois Lane noted that there were cars double
parked on Lois Lane tonight and explained that the former
owners had trash that blew over to her yard in the summer.
She said she did not want this commotion. Mr. Simonson said
he would keep regular business hours (8:00 A.M. to 6:00
P.M.). He said he would install "No Parking" signs on Lois
Lane.
Mrs. Averbeck said she was concerned about the park. The
south side of Mr. Simonsons property should be screened
from the park.
Marty Sieber, 891 Lois Lane noted that Mr. Simonson is
already in the building and a lot of things have not been
done. She said she did not want to hinder his business but
wanted him to comply with the requirements.
Mr. Bisel asked Mr. Simonson what time limit would he be
comfortable with. Mr. Simonson said six (6) months and Mr.
Bisel said this was too long. Mr. Simonson said he would be
comfortable with everything completed within 45 days except
the planting of the trees. Mr. Miller felt that there would
not be any risk to the trees.
There was discussion regarding what type of fencing would be
suitable for the south side of the building. Mr. Simonson
said he felt wood fencing would be a bad security risk. He
explained that he planned to erect a picket fence across the
rear of the property where there is no fence.
Mayor Benson noted that there already is a chain fence on the
south side of the building and asked Mr. Simonson if he
objected to planting trees to act as screening. Mr. Simonson
said he felt shrubs such as lilac bushes would be more
suitable.
Bob Williams, 914 Lois Lane, member of the Park Board
expressed his concern regarding the park. He asked that the
Council get something in writing regarding the screening. He
felt that it is now an eyesore from both sides of the fence.
He also expressed concern regarding the view on the north
side of the building from Lois Lane. He suggested that
screening be used to block off the view of cars parked in the
back lot.
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Mr. Simonson addressed the issue of screening from the park
and asked why the City did not put up a ten foot fence. He
noted that already he has had one broken windshield resulting
from kids playing in the park. He said he is trying to keep
the customers cars safe.
Steven McConnell, 851 Lois Lane said he was concerned about
the fence on the north side of the property and he did not
want Lois Lane to become the test drive area for repaired
cars.
Mr. Bisel moved to close the public hearing at 8:18 P.M. Mr.
Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Bisel moved to grant a conditional use permit to Robert
Simonson for a auto repair garage at 7860 Lake Drive and the
motion is to include the fourteen options listed on Mr.
Miller's memorandum and to include "No Parking" signage on
Lois Lane, the fence on the east side of the lot to be
extended to include that park to the side of the building to
be of board on board (area to be fenced is from current fence
on the north to the current fence on the south) on south
side, fence be shared in cost with Park Department and Mr.
Simonson is to meet with Mr. Volk to design the fence to
accomplish both uses, and this permit is to be in force for
two (2) months and then if all items are not completed at the
end of two (2) months, the permit will be pulled, if
completed, permit will be in force until the next Conditional
Use Permit review. In addition, selling of cars on an
occasional basis will be acceptable. Mayor Benson restated
the motion and then seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING — PRELIMINARY PLAT REVIEW, ROHAVIC OAKS, 2ND
ADDITION
Mayor Benson opened the public hearing at 8:26 P.M. Mr.
Stahlberg explained that this is a continuation of the
development plan for Section No. 31. A review of the
preliminary plat has been completed and he recommended
approval of the preliminary plat.
Mayor Benson asked if there was anyone to speak to or for
the preliminary plat. Mr. Schumacher asked Mr. Stahlberg if
the right -of -way issue was resolved? Mr. Stahlberg said yes.
Mr. Neal moved to close the public hearing at 8:28 P.M.
Mayor Benson seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously.
Mr. Bisel moved to approve the preliminary plat of Rohavic
Oaks, 2nd Addition. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion
carried unanimously.
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PUBLIC HEARING - PRELIMINARY PLAT REVIEW, PARHVIEW ESTATES
Mayor Benson opened the public hearing at 8:30 P.M. Mr.
Stahlberg explained that this preliminary plat follows the
concept plan that TKDA had submitted to the City when the
West Central Trunk Sewer and Water Main project was being
planned. It conforms with all recommended changes of the
Planning and Zoning Board and Mr. Stahlberg recommended
approval of the preliminary plat.
Keith Eibensteiner, owner of the preliminary plat asked about
2nd Avenue. Mr. Stahlberg explained that additional right-
of-way will be needed and this was discussed earlier this
evening at the Council Work Session. Mr. Stahlberg explained
to the Council that the developer has a problem in that he
wants his own engineer and contractor to proceed with the
installation of internal streets and utilities but want the
City to address 2nd Avenue. Mr. Stahlberg has asked the
developer to put his concerns in writing and this will have
to be written into the developers agreement along with the
other concern of inspections.
Jack Menkveld, 9829 Foley Blvd., Coon Rapids asked if 2nd
Avenue will be constructed to the south of his property
boundary? Mr. Stahlberg explained ttjat this will be on the
June 26th agenda. Mr. Menkveld said his concern was that
something be done with 2nd Avenue to Lake Drive.
Mr. Bisel moved to close the public hearing at 8:37 P.M. Mr.
Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Eibensteiners engineer explained that they are proposing
to construct forty (40) single family lots, all the interior
streets, sewer and water utilities, storm sewers and petition
the City to build 2nd Avenue as part of the state aid system.
Mr. Bisel explained that this City is not in the street
building business, but rather would contract the building of
2nd Avenue and then assess the benefitted property owners.
He asked Mr. Eibensteiners engineer is he was aware of this.
He was.
Mr. Bisel moved to approve the preliminary plat of Parkview
Estates to include the comments of the Planning and Zoning
Board and the recommendations of the City Engineer and City
Planner and 2nd Avenue will be handled on a petition basis.
Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, HLOSNER- GOERTZ
Mayor Benson opened the public hearing at 8:42 P.M. Mr.
Miller explained that a CUP is being requested for property
located at 432 Lilac Street to operate a truck trailer
painting business. The P & Z Board has recommended approval
of the request contingent upon the four (4) stipulations.
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The four (4) stipulations are listed in Mr. Miller's
memorandum dated May 31, 1989 to the Council.
Mayor Benson asked if there were anyone in the audience to
speak for or against this request. There were none.
Mr. Bisel moved to close the public hearing at 8:45 P.M. Mr.
Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Bisel said he was concerned about the pollution created
by spraying paint. Mr. Goertz explained that a paint booth
would be constructed that contains filter. The Fire Marshall
will inspect the completed facility.
Mr. Bisel moved to approve the CUP request form Klosner-
Goertz for 432 Lilac Street contingent upon the criteria set
by the P & Z Board and the City Planner. Mr. Neal seconded
the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING - DEVELOPMENT PLAN, JUSTEN HOME BUILDERS
Mayor Benson opened the public hearing at 8:48 P.M. Mr.
Miller explained that the P & Z Board have not completed
their review of this development and asked that this item be
tabled and placed on the June 26th agenda. He apologized to
everyone who came this evening for the inconvenience.
Mr. Bisel moved to continue this public hearing to 7:30 P.M.,
June 26, 1989. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously.
Mrs. Blaylock presented a petition against rezoning the
property planned for townhomes (Justen Home Builders) to the
Clerk. She indicated to the Council that she would fight
this issue and noted that the area residents do not
understand what is going on around them.
Mrs. Beverly Landers, 7181 Sunrise Drive told the Council
that she would like to see the area planned for town homes
used instead for a walking and hiking nature park like the
one in Blaine.
Mike Blegen, 7133 Sunrise Drive explained that there are not
enough roads in the area to handle the increase in traffic.
He asked what is the Council thinking about?
Linda Kyllander, 87 Fairmont Avenue asked how many times can
the public hearing be postponed? Mayor Benson explained the
problem was that the developer was not ready with all his
material.
Mike Blegen asked if it were possible to notify the residents
by placing a notice in the paper of the next public hearing
on this matter.
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Mr. Landers said he felt rather than notify immediate
neighbors everyone in the school district should be notified
since it will have an impact on the schools which are already
overcrowded. He asked how long will it be before a new
school will have to be built?
Mayor Benson said he did not disagree about notifications,
however the City is complying with state law and the City
ordinances. It is a valid point.
Mr. Bisel said he has suggested that a sign be posted on any
property that is being considered for rezoning, conditional
use permit or similar circumstances. He said he could put
some pressure on the Public Works Department to put up such
signs.
Riki Rosty, 709 - 77th Street said this issue will affect him
as he has a child that goes to Lino Elementary School. The
fifth grade at that school already has thirty one (31)
students and there will be major school problems.
Mayor Benson explained to the audience -that if a proposal is
brought to the City it must be addressed. He agreed that
Centennial School District is taxed to the maximum but
residents will have to address this issue to their state
legislators.
Mr. Walberg asked that the notifications appearing in the
paper contain further identification of the areas proposing
to be rezone or a map could also be published.
Mrs. Landers said more communication is stressed. Mayor
Benson said that the Council has been addressing this concern
and held neighborhood meetings. He noted that last month he
spent twenty two (22) hours on City business. He also noted
that if the citizens are more informed, there is less work
for the Council.
Mr. Bowen asked if it were possible to have plats published
along with the notice of the public hearing?
Mayor Benson noted that an upcoming newsletter will contain a
lot of information for the citizens. He explained the
various meetings held by the Council during the year. He also
noted that the City only can do so much in the paper. He
felt Mr. Bisels idea regarding posting signs was good and
suggested that a community bulletin board be erected. He
instructed the Clerk to follow up on this and instructed the
City Administrator to assist her.
Mr. Landers asked if it would be possible to put a fence up
along the large ditch to keep children away. He noted that
the Police Officers say there is nothing they can do about
children playing in the construction area. Mayor Benson said
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he would check with the Public Works Director on this matter.
Mrs. Anderson is to get back to the resident regarding the
fence.
Mr. Bisel moved to table agenda items No. 11 and No. 12 to
June 26, 1989 at 7:35 and 7:40 P.M. Mayor Benson seconded
the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Bisel moved to table agenda item No. 13 to June 26, 1989
at 7:45 P.M. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously.
PLANNER'S REPORT - JOHN MILLER
Discussion on Revision of MUSA Boundary - Mr. Miller and Mr.
Stahlberg have been working with residents and discussing
options they have regarding sewer availability. The idea is
to try and give the residents all the information they need
to decided whether or not they would be in a position to
decide if sewer was a good idea for their property. The MUSA
Boundary was explained to the residents and it was also
explained that the City was given a finite amount of land
that could be serviced by sewer and the City can move the
area somewhat internally. The result is that a questionnaire
has been sent out to the people and they have been returned
and a map has been developed indicating the results. A
meeting with representatives of Metropolitan Council took
place last week and the map was presented to them. They will
have comments for this City about the map in about two weeks.
Mr. Miller explained the color code on the map.
Mr. Bisel further explained that for instance the residents
in the Lakeview /Sunrise area can tell the City to take them
out of the MUSA area and then the City can allocate that
acreage to another area where they have requested sewer
installation. Some problems could be created for residents
along the route to the area which has requested service.
Under the current Charter if 51% of the property owners want
the service, it could be forced upon them. However under the
new amendment if 51% want it, those who do not want the
service can petition out of the improvement. Mayor Benson
added the other change is that if an improvement project goes
bad, it will not be submitted to a referendum. This puts
additional burden on the Council to be sure the improvement
is correct from the beginning. Mr. Bisel explained further
that if the City Engineer and Bond Counsel feel the
improvement is not economically feasible, it will not go any
further than the feasibility stage.
Mrs. Phyllis Blaylock, 6941 Sunrise Drive said that the
Council is not telling all of the truth. She said that if a
landowner wanted to petition out of an improvement, the
Council had the authority to accept or reject the petition.
Mayor Benson said that was absolutely not true. Mr. Hawkins
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explained that under the proposed amendment, if a landowner
wanted to petition out of an improvement, he had the absolute
right to do so and the Council could not deny his petition.
Dave Vickers, 6251 Laurene Avenue noted that the old Charter
is still in effect and it states that if an improvement is
proposed and assessments are scheduled for your property, 51%
of the affected landowners can petition against the
improvement and stop the project. He asked what does 51%
mean? It was explained that only 51% of the landowners who
were proposed to be assessed can petition against an
improvement. Mr. Vickers referred to the Woodridge Estates
improvement noting that sewer is being extended past his
house to service Woodridge Estates and he was not proposed to
be assessed. Does that mean that he cannot sign a petition
against the improvement. The answer is yes because he is not
proposed to be assessed. Mr. Vickers did not feel this was
fair. Mr. Hawkins explained that it would not be fair for
him to have a voice in an improvement that does not affect
him. Mr. Vickers said that he felt that under the new
amendments he would be affected if the development went bad
and General Fund taxes were used to help pay the bonds. Mr.
Stahlberg told Mr. Vickers that the City is now building a
connection charge and area charge fund that will help pay for
areas where not everybody wants to connect or where there is
a problem making bond payments. Mr. Vickers still thought
his vote was taken away from him if he is not proposed to be
assessed.
Mr. Miller explained that this item will appear on the June
26th agenda for further discussion.
ENGINEER'S REPORT - RON STAHLBERG
Resolution No. 37 - 89 Ordering the Improvement of Woodridge
Estates II - Mr. Bisel moved to adopt this resolution. Mr.
Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Resolution No. 3? - 89 can be found at the end of these
minutes.
Resolution No. 38 - 89 Ordering the Preparation of
Feasibility Report for Willow Ponds - Mayor Benson moved to
table this resolution. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion
carried unanimously.
ATTORNEY'S REPORT - BILL HAWKINS
Review of State Statutes as They Relate to Obscene Materials
and Pornography Issues - Mr. Hawkins had been asked by the
Council to research possible ordinances on this matter to
prevent possible problems from occurring. Mr. Hawkins said
he has reviewed the matter and has discovered that the State
has adopted statutes in 1988 that sets out standards in the
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definitions that the United States Supreme Court has set down
for regulation of these types of activities. He felt that it
defines rather specifically what is pornographic or obscene.
He also noted that there have been some attempts in other
communities to zone areas for adult activities and this is
being challenged in the Minnesota Eighth Circuit Court of
Appeals. The Attorney General has also published a pamphlet
on this matter but it contains nothing new or anything that
is not already in place. Basically this is what is in place
and he asked if there is anything else that the Council would
like in place in Lino Lakes?
Mr. Bisel expressed his concern that as some of the
establishments are being closed in the inner cities, these
businesses are moving out to the suburbs. He asked if the
Council could provide some controls to prevent them from
relocating in Lino Lakes? Mr. Hawkins said that the City
could not prevent an establishment from opening in Lino Lakes
just because the City thinks these types of activities might
happen. There has to be this type of activity happening
before you can prosecute. Mayor Benson said that he thought
Mr. Bisel was asking if an ordinance could be devised against
even the possibility of these activities becoming a
possibility instead of after - the -fact. Mr. Hawkins said only
the standards can be regulated. These standards are general
and apply all across the country. Mr. Bisel asked if the
Council has the right to set the standards before the fact.
Mr. Hawkins said that if the Council feels that some conduct
now occurring at some establishment in this City is obscene a
citation must be issued and then it must be tried in court.
It will be the position of the City to prove that the acts
are obscene.
The Council has not received Mr. Hawkins' letter or the
statutes attached to the letter. The Clerk was instructed to
send this material to the Council. This will come back to
the Council for further review.
CLERK'S REPORT
Consideration of Quit Claim Deed for Portion of Easement of
Lois Lane North of Luther's Sport Shop - Mrs. Anderson
explained the previous action on this matter on October 10,
1978. This action was not sufficient to give the vacated
property to Luther's Sport Shop. A Quit Claim Deed has been
prepared and Mrs. Anderson asked the Council for approval of
the Deed. Mr. Bisel moved to approve the Quit Claim Deed.
Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Consideration of Gambling Exemption for St. Joseph's Men's
Group - The Council noted the request to the State for the
exemption. Since there have been no problems, further action
was not needed.
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Consideration of Beer License Request for St. Joseph's Men's
Group - Mr. Neal moved to approve the request. Mr. Bisel
seconded the motion. Motion carried with Mr. Bisel voting
no.
Consideration of Liquor License Renewals - Mrs. Anderson
explained that all the licenses were in order however she had
not received the investigation report from Chief Campbell.
Mr. Bisel moved to table this item and consider it at the
June 26th meeting. Mr. Neal seconded the motion. Motion
carried unanimously.
LIAISON REPORTS
Park Board - Mr. Neal noted that the Park Board questioned
the status of the D. Erickson's 2nd Addition park. Mr.
Stahlberg explained that there had been a legal dispute with
an adjoining landowner, but this has been resolved. He has
received a telephone call from Dennis Erickson who explained
that Glenn Rehbein Excavating will be there to do the
preliminary earth work shortly..
Mr. Bisel moved to have Mr. Erickson provide evidence of his
efforts to complete the park by the next Council meeting and
to have the park completed by August.1, 1989 or the City will
pull his letter of credit and complete the work. Mr. Neal
seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Neal moved to continue the meeting past 10.00 P.M. until
all agenda items are completed. Mr. Bisel seconded the
motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Neal explained that the Park Board has expressed that the
proposed townhouse subdivision is proposing only a small park
near the church. This will be resolved before the
preliminary plat reaches the Council agenda.
The Park Board would like to talk to the Anoka County Parks
Department in regard to establishing some ballfields within
the Regional Park. Mayor Benson said that he thought the
County would not be too receptive to this idea and the City
has also promised the keep the area passive. Mr. Neal
explained that Mr. Volk is concerned because there are not
enough ballfields to meet all the requests.
Planning and Zoning Board Report - This item has been
addressed earlier this evening.
Economic Development Committee - A summary of the year end
EDC meeting was included in the packet. The EDC is in the
process of preparing videos and pamphlets for promotional
uses. There is nothing new on the proposed 35W and Lake
Drive Outlet Mall.
Fire Steering Committee - This committee has met two or three
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times since the last report. On June 19th, the committee
will meet again to discuss fire stations. They will also
review all of the agreements that have been reached and final
recommendations will be given to each Council.
Mayor Benson said that he is waiting for the final report
because sometimes what you thought was finalized may not be
what comes out on paper.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF MINNESOTA PIPELINE AGREEMENT
WITHIN THEIR EXISTING RIGHT -OF -WAY
Mr. Schumacher explained that he has met with Mr. Cornelson
of Minnesota Pipeline and was shown a map of the existing
right -of -way. This company already has two pipelines in the
right -of -way and are proposing to add a third pipeline. They
plan installation of this pipeline this summer. The problem
for the City is that this pipeline runs through two
ballfields at the City Hall park. Damages will be paid,
however the ballfields may be out of service during playing
season. There was discussion regarding the right to place
ballfields on the right -of -way and whether or not they would
not disturb the field during the playing season.
Mr. Schumacher was asked to invite Mn. Cornelson to the next
Council meeting to discuss this matter.
OLD BUSINESS
Mayor Benson noted that there still is a Planning and Zoning
Board vacancy. He asked that this be placed on the next
agenda.
Mayor Benson noted that the Fire Department has sent out a
City wide questionnaire without authorization of the Council.
He asked Mr. Schumacher to remind Mr. Bruen of the procedure.
NEW BUSINESS
Set Workshop Date for Employee Pay Plan Review - This
meeting was set for June 20, 1989 at 7:30 A.M.
Letter From Kathy and Edward Schoens, 655 Shadow Court
regarding their relationship with Anoka County Parks
Department operation of Chomonix Golf Course. It seems that
golf balls regularly fall in their yard and have even broken
a window. The County has paid for the window replacement
however has done nothing to alleviate the risk of bodily
injury or damage. After discussion by the Council Mr.
Schumacher was instructed to write a letter to the County and
ask how they are handling this matter.
Charter Petition - It was noted that a petition requesting a
referendum on Ordinance No. 03 - 89 was received by the City
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Clerk. Mr. Neal said that he has talked to some of the
signers on the petition and he believes they may not be aware
of what they signed.
Mr. Bisel moved to adjourn at 10:25. P.M. Mr. Neal seconded
the motion. Aye.
These minutes were considered and approved at a regular Council meeting held
on June 26, 1989.
Marly G. Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer
CITY OF LINO LAKES
RESOLUTION NO. 37 - 89
RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT OF WOODRIDGE ESTATES II
WHEREAS: a resolution of the City Council adopted the
10th day of April, 1989, fixed a date for a Council
hearing on the proposed improvement of Woodridge
Estates II,
WHEREAS: ten days' mailed notice and two week's published
notice of the hearing was given, and the hearing was
held thereon on the 22nd day of May, 1989, at which
all persons desiring to be heard were given an
opportunity to be heard thereon, and
WHEREAS: the petitioner for the improvement has petitioned
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 LINO LAKES:
1. Such improvement is hereby ordered as proposed in the
Council resolution adopted the 22nd day of May, 1989.
Adopted by the Council thiq L2th 4ay of June, 1989.
Benjami
Marilyn G. Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer
G. Benson, Mayor ��