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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/04/1979 Council Minutes23S May 1, 1979 sain he will refrain from voting on these issues because of possible conflict of interest. The Clerk read the letter of Roy Mattson's resignation from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Zelinka moved that the Council accept his resignation and send a letter of appreciation for his services. All were in favor and the motion was declared passed. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved that the Council appoint Bob Doocy to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Zelinka seconded. Motion declared passed. The Clerk brought up the matter of a special meeting of the United Power Association on Thursday afternoon, May 3, in White Bear Lake City Hall. The United Power Association is liiking onto the need to improve service to their systems in White Beal Lake, Hugo, and Lino Lakes. Mr. Zelinka moved to authorize Mr. George Gotwald to attend, because of his technological background. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. The Clerk presented for consideration the mater of Margie Roisum, City Assessor, and her increasing work load for the next year. The Clerk had sent out a letter rearding this to the members of the Personnel Commission, but had received only one reply, which was read. The Council recommended that the Personnel Commission consider the matter at their next meeting, and that Margie Roisum should probably present her case to them at that time. The Clerk presented the matter of a request for approval of a firing range behind the Minnesota Correctional Institution, to be used for training purposes. Mr. Locher had been contacted concerning this. The Council felt that since a permit is required by Ordinance for a firing range in that areas, they should go through the process of filing an application. The Clerk presented the matter of a 20 -foot drainage easement along the South line of Ulmer's Rice Lake Addition III. This plat was to be considered for final approval. All papers were found to be in order. Mr. Zelinka moved to approve the final plat and to aurhtorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the plat. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mr. Ulmer brought up a matter concerning the Buliding Inspector, and what seemed to him to be unnecessary strictness on his part. The Council explained that there had been previous problems with other builders, and for that reason they had instructed the Building Inspector to adhere to the letter of the law in these matters. A motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 9:40 P.M. and was decalred passed. These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at the regular Council meeting held on May 14, 1979. Edna L. Sarner, Clerk- Treasurer May 4, 1979 The special meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, May 4, 1979 by Mayor Karth. Council members 1 1 1 May 4, 1979 present; Kulaszewicz, Schneider, Zelinka, Absent; McLean. 239 This meeting had been called for the purpose of discussing the gas pro- blem in Ulmer's Reice Lake Addition. Mayor Karth had requested both Circle Pines Utility Commission and North Central Public Service to be present to discuss service and retes. Mr. Zelinka said, that since his is a member of the Circle Pines Utility Commission, he will not make or second motions. The rate structure of both companies was discussed and ti was felt that the rates are comprable. The basis difference is in the installation of the mains and service lines. The matter of available gas was discussed with North Central saying that they can service the area immediately and Circle Pines unable to commit service to the entire area at this time. Circle Pines has a policy of 'first come, first served'. There was some questions to North Central on the matter of the delay in time for providing service to areas - it was felt that some of the homes in the Shenandoah area are still on propane. The representatives from North Central said that project has just been completed and the tanks are all disconnected even though some have not yet been removed. The matter of service to Shenandoah III was discussed and it was felt, due to the necessary construction of sewer and water lines, the gas company would be unable to start construction in that area until late this fall and possibly next Spring. It was felt that North Central has the edge on Circle Pines in both areas of charges and gas supply but the Council was concerned on the effects this would have on this City's possible purchase of their portion of the Circle Pines system. At the present time, there is $70,000.00 in outstanding bonds on the Lino Lakes portion of the system plus, the system shows $109,000.00 deficit. There is approximately $95,000.00 in fixed assets. There was a question of why would this City want to own a gas system. The possibility of this City receiving a portion of the profits was dis- cussed. The question of what happens to the profits at this time arose and Mr. Otto said they areused for capital expansion. There was some discussion of the charges and what happens to the profits remaining. Mayor Karth suggested a compromise to this problem. Morth Central oould serve Ulmer's Rice Lake Additions I, II, III, to include the 40 acres on the NOrth East corner of Elm and Sunrise Avenues. The area to be served by Circle Pines would be extended from the South of this area to the edge of the County Park Property along Baldwin Lakes (Approximately 100 acres) with Circle Pines to pronect the usage of this area in order for gas to be available Shen construction begins. This would be a sewered area so the density would be doubled that of the Rice Lake Area. Mr. Schneider moved to designate the 87 lots in Ulmer's Rice Lake Add. to be serviced by North Central with future planning and research to be studied at a later date. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed, with Mr. Zelinka abstaining. There was discussion of what has already been paid 13y Mr. Ulmer and there 240 May 4, 1979 is a question whether this money will be refunded by Circle Pines or not. Mr. Kelling suggested that perhaps the system's (Circle Pines) financial records should be checked - this would tell this City what the profits are and what portion belongs to the Lino Lakes system. The existing lines on Rice Lake Lane will be discussed and reoslved between the two companies. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to adjourn at 2:00 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Aye. These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at the regular Council meeting held on May 14, 1979. Edna L. Sarner, Clerk- Treasurer May 9, 1979 The Board of Reveiw was called to order at 7:00 P.M., May 9, 1979 by Mayor Karth. Council members present; Kulaszewicz, McLean, Schneider. Absent; Zelinka. Mr. Starkey from the County Assessor's office, and Margie Roisum, City Assessor, were also present. 1 Mrs. Dean Allen, plat 82906, parcel 0610, asked if the Assessor had used the house plans when their property was assessed. Mrs. Roisum answered that the usual practive is to measure the house from the outside; the records list 22x41 as the base and then an overhang of one foot; a foyer and entry as 8x16. Mrs. Allen said her market value had jumped $21,800, and thought it excessive for one year. Mrs. Roisum checked the records, which listed the house at 75% complete in 1978, and 100% complete for 1979; this was the reason for the large increase in tax. Mrs. Allen wanted to know what type of taxes she will be receiving next year. MR. Starkey indicated that all the County could do at this time is give her an estimate, as there is proposed legislation pending now that will affect property taxes, and that next year could be a whole different story. Mrs. Allen wanted to know why Lino Lakes' taxes are so high. Mayor Karth answered that the proportion of tax Lino Lakes gets each year is minimal (16.530 mills), and the highest proportion goes to school taxes, which in her case is Forest Lake School District (60.467 mills) In a survey put out a year ago by the Citizen's League, Lino Lakes was listed second highest taxed, but this year Lino Lakes has dropped to 20th from the top. This is due primarily to more people paying tax now. Mr. J. J. Bakken, plat No. 83313, parcel 3660, was concerned becasue his tax statement has gone up by $4,000.00 in the last two or three years, although he has made no najor improvements. Mrs. Roisum indicated that an increase of 10% per year is average, due to inflation. Also, state law requires that assessments be within 90 of current market value each year. Mr. Bakken was concerned becasue where he lives, he gets very little in the way of services for his tax dollars, other than fire and police protection.. He also suggested about two weeks of burning (leaves) in the spring and fall, as there is no dump nearby. Mayor Karth said that this would be a matter for the PCA. There was further discussion concerning sewer and water services. In reference to property tax increases, Mr. Starkey indicated that the circuiot- breaker property tax refund was the only aid available to senior citizens. He added that people were paying more property taxes in 1972 than they are now,