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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/10/1990 Council MinutesCOUNCIL BOARD OF REVIEW APRIL 10, 1990 The annual Council Board of Review was called to order by Mayor Bisel on Tuesday, 7:00 P.M., April 10, 1990. Council Members present: Reinert, Bohjanen, Kuether. Council Members absent: Neal. City Assessor, Jeff Neinaber and Clerk- Treasurer Marilyn Anderson were also present. Commercial Assessor Scott Varner arrived at 8:00 P.M. Mayor Bisel explained that this meeting was scheduled to conduct the annual Board of Review. Landowners who wish to discuss the value the Assessor has placed on their property may do so at this meeting. He explained that two years ago the City hired the County Assessor to prepare a complete review and update of all parcels in the City of Lino Lakes. This was done because it was felt that there were some inequities in the valuation of properties. The City desired to correct the inequities and felt that by hiring the County Assessor, the entire City then would be consistent with all cities in Anoka County. This process has been completed within this past two years and everyone in Lino Lakes should be on an equal basis. This should allow the City to have a better handle on its budget and further allow the staff to determine how much money is needed to operate the City. Mayor Bisel explained that cards were made available for landowners to record their name, address and parcel numbers. Mr. Neinaber was asked to call each landowner in order of cards presented to him. Mr. Neinaber noted that a number of landowners did come and speak to him prior to the meeting about general questions regarding their property valuation. Their questions were answered and these landowners will not be addressed during this meeting. Forrest Tagg, 7504 Lake Drive, represented by Joseph and Alice Tagg. The Tagg property is zoned commercial and this matter was tabled until Mr. Varner, the commercial assessor arrived. Glenn Rehbein, 7374 Lake Drive, PIN 17- 31 -22 -31 -0010. Mr. Rehbein noted that this parcel contains his home and that the valuation has increased from $137,000 for 1989 to $246,600 for 1991. Mr. Neinaber explained that he has been to the house and has measured the outside dimensions, however he has not been able to view the inside of the house. He noted that until he can view the inside of the house he will only estimate the total value. Mr. Rehbein gave Mr. Neinaber his telephone number and will make arrangements for Mr. Neinaber to come and view the inside of the home. Mike Gotwald, represented George Gotwald, FIN 29-- 31-- 22 -13- 0005. This is a vacant lot on Reshanau Lake and was discussed at the Board of Review in 1989. Mr. Gotwald has indicated that the property is unbuildable. Mr. Neinaber has COUNCIL BOARD OF REVIEW APRIL 10, 1990 checked with the City Building Inspector who has investigated the matter. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has indicated that the property is buildable. however, Mr. Gotwald says the deed to the property contains a statement from the Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) indicating that the lot cannot be built on due to a water run off easement. The Building Inspector has indicated that if the deed is recorded with this stipulation, a building permit cannot be issued. Mr. Neinaber asked Mr. Gotwald to supply a copy of the deed to him with this stipulation. He will then adjust the value so that it is similar to the lot across the street. Mr. Neinaber told the Council that he has already adjusted the value to reflect the amount of fill needed to correct the lot. Mr. Gotwald will contact Mr. Neinaber and provide a copy of the deed. Ronald E. Palmen, PIN 25-31-22-42-0003 and PIN 26- 31- 22 -31- 0006. The Assessor has valued the first parcel (23.2 acres) at $72,000 and the second parcel (2.40 acres) at $16,500.00. Mr. Palmen explained that both the parcels listed above are vacant parcels and he has had them listed for sale at $4,000.00 per acre. He has been unable to sell them for this price. He also explained that he has heard that if there are low areas and areas of ponding on the parcels the Federal Government will in a few years issue a mandate that these parcels cannot be taxed. Mr. Neinaber explained that he has not heard of this mandate and noted that it would take a great deal of cooperation between the State and Federal Government before it becomes a reality. Mrs. Palmen will contact Mr. Neinaber tomorrow and arrange a meeting at the property. Mike Winge, 590 Marshan Lane, PIN 17- 31 -22 -24 -0022. This parcel is a vacant lot and Mr. Winge noted that the value had increased from $5,500.00 in 1988 to $14,200 in 1990. Mr. Neinaber asked if this lot was buildable. Mr. Winge said he did not know because it drops off into a swamp. Mr. Neinaber will talk to the Building Inspector to determine if this is a buildable lot. Mr. Winge gave Mr. Neinaber his telephone number. The Council took a recess from 7:22 P.M. to 8:00 F.M. while waiting for Mr. Varner, the commercial assessor. Forest Tagg, 7504 Lake Drive represented by Joseph and Alice Tagg, PIN 17- 31 -22 -12 -0002. Mr. Tagg explained that the original tax statement listed his property value at $452,000.00 and he has now received a corrected statement listing the value at $273,000.00. However the taxes remain the same on both statements. Mr. Neinaber explained that a great number of tax statements were sent out with incorrect valuations. However, the error had no affect on the amount of tax due. Mr. Tagg explained that the revised valuation is 1 1 COUNCIL BOARD OF REVIEW APRIL 10, 1990 $125,000 more than the previous year. Mr. Neinaber explained that this was the 1989 valuation and the 1990 is even higher. Mr. Neinaber made arrangements to meet with Mr. and Mrs. Tagg on Thursday at 10:00 A.M. A Realtor, representing Mr. and Mrs. Tagg noted that the property taxes on this land increased more than 700% in one year. She explained that she would be reluctant to buy property in Lino Lakes if property taxes continue to increase in such a manner. Mr. Varner explained that some of the property values remain constant for many years and then when development occurs, the values may increase sharply. He also explained that if an error is found it is possible that the Treasurer's Office will reduce the amount due. Mrs. Tagg asked how they are expected to handle such a drastic increase in taxes? She felt they should have been contacted last year so that they would have some time to prepare. Mrs. Tagg also suggested that sharp increases be staged over a few years and not hit all at one time. She noted that they have not received a valuation notice from the County for this year or last year. Mr. Neinaber will check to see where the valuation notices are being sent. Glenn Rehbein, Glenn Rehbein Excavating, 7309 Lake Drive, PIN 17- 31-- 22- 21- -0014. Mr. Rehbein questioned the value placed on this property and noted that it calculated at about $25,342.00 per acre. He asked if any land in the area has sold for this. He noted that the property did not front on Lake Drive and he had it listed last year at $22,000.00 per acre and it did not sell. He felt the value should be near $18,000.00 per acre. Mr. Varner said he did not have a problem with Mr. Rehbein's figure and if the Council did not object he would use the valuation of $18,000.00 per acre. After further discussing the property it was decided that the Assessor and Mr. Rehbein may not be discussing the same parcel. Mr. Varner and Mr. Rehbein will get together and straighten out the matter. Council Member Reinert moved to adjourn at 8:17 P.M. Council Member Bohjanen seconded the motion. Aye. These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at a regular Council meeting held on April 23, 1990. Marily . Anderson, Clerk- Treasurer Harold L. Bisel, Mayor