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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/23/1979 Council MinutesJuly 9, 1979 Motion declared passed. 279 Mr. Zelinka moved to approve checks #9788 through and including #9829, with #9800 being void. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. There were two final plats - Carole Estates II and Swenson's Addition, to be considered for signatures. Both plats have money due in leiu of land for Park purposes. This must be paid before the signatures. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to adjourn at 11:45 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Aye. These minutes were considered and approved at the regular Council meeting held on July 23.1979. Edna L. Sarner, Clerk- Treasurer July 23, 1979 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 8:00 P.M., on July 23, 1979, by Mayor Karth. Council members present; McLean, Kulaszewicz, Schneider, Zelinka. Absent; None. Mr. Locher and Mr. Gotwald were also present. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the minutes of June 25,1979 as presented. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka, Motion was declared passed with Mr. Schneider and Mr. McLean abstaining. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to approve the minutes of July 9, 1979 as presented. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed with Mayor Karht abstaining. The Clerk presented the following items for Council consideration: ..A phone call from Mr. P. Nadeau with a complaint against Mr. Suchy for the breeding of pigs on the five acres parcel of land. Mr. McLean moved that Mr. Nadeau and Mr. Suchy be invited to attend the Council meeting scheduled for August 13, 1979 and inform them this matter will be discussed at 9:30 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion declared passed. ..Mr. Don Shackle had called about the requirement for insurance in con- junction with teh use of Sunrise Park for a fund raising event. Mr. Locher will check this out. ..Mr. Charles Cape, Civil Defense Director, had requested the use of the warming house at Sunrise Park to conduct gun safety classes beginning July 30, 1979. These classes will be on Monday and Wednesday and Friday for about three weeks. Mr. Zelinka moved to approve this request. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. ..A11 Council members have a copy of the minutes concerned with hunting boundaries. This matter will be on future agendas. ..A letter from the State of Minnesota setting forth a reduction in assessed valuation for the Forjay Gardens was read. This has been approved by all County agencies. The Council had no comment. ..The matter of Anoka County looking at two sites in this City for the construction of facilities for a juvenile detention center was discussed. The St. Joseph's Catholic Church complex and 40 acres bordering Lilac just West of the State facility (these 40 acres are part of the Forest Glen plat) are the two areas being consdiered. There will be more discussion later. ..The first half of the levy had been received; Current & deliquent for 280 July 23, 1979 - $76,454.98; Debt #1 - $4,450,63; Debt #2 - $3,233.61; Debt #3 - $3,221.37. State Aid - $31,990.75; Homestead Credit Aid - $22,759.31; Attached Machinery Aid - $1,306.50. (The fiscal disparity for the 1st half was $6,454.98). ..The Special Seminar announcement from the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities was discussed. The agenda deals with the levy limit and how this applies to locat government. It was suggested that Mr. Schneider attend. ..Municipal fines for the month of June was $644.17., ..North Central Public Service announced an increase in gas rates. ..A petition from the residents of Shenandoah requesting the development of the park in that area had been forwarded to Mr. Glenn Rehbein. Mayor Karth had called Mr. Rehnein's office and found he is out of town. This matter is to be put on the August 13, 1979 agenda. On the subject of the juvenile detention facility, Mayor Karth had called Anoka County and talked to a Mr. Dale Winch, who compiled the list of sites. He had noted 'community acceptance' on the Lino Lakes sites for the reason that some of the service groups in this community had worked with the juveniles. At this point in time, the Council has not taken any action. These sites are being- considered only. Mr. Schneider suggested that someone from this Community should be a member the their Advisory Committee. The various sites were discussed and the letter forwarded to Mr. Burman was read. The matter of having someone from this community on the Advosory Board wil be checked. When some information is available, Mr. Bill Bohjanen will be called to perhaps serve in this capacity. Mayor Karth reported that Mr. Locher and he will meet with County Attorney Johnson to check the files on the Gene Mobley matter. They will also discuss the matter of payment for Police Coverage at the current location for the junveniles. It was suggested and agreed that Chief Myhre should also be present. Mr. Kulaszewicz had no police report with the exception of the notice that Mr. Jeffrey Kirschbaum had applied for disability benefits to PERA. This form had been filled out by the Clerk and Mr. Locher is checking. Mr. Locher said the information provided was correct. Mr. Schneider reported that he had received a report from Mr. Hodge. Mr. Hodge has completed his preliminary work and would like to meet with the Council to present his recommendations. Mr. Schneider moved that a special meeting be set for August 1, 1979 at 8:00 P.M. to meet with Mr. Hodge. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mr. McLean questioned the cost and Mr. Schneider said $300.00 to date. Further costs will be discussed at the special meeting. Mr. Schneider had also received information on long term disability insurance. Mr. Schneider moved ti invite Mr. Keeney to discuss this insurance at 9:00 P.M. on August 1, 1979 special meeting. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mr. McLean reported on various actions of the Planning and Zoning Board: ..The matter of certification for Mr. Mobley had been discussed. ..A variance request for a building located too near lot lines had July 23, 1979 2S1 beem held up Mr. Mobley is to wirk out a solution to this other than a variance. ..Mr. Skoglund's request to construct a garage nearer the lot lines than aloowed needs ome recommendations from Mr. Mobley. ..The new ordinance on moving in buildings had been discussed. .. There had been no further information from Mr. Rivard on the special use permit for the keeping of chickens. ..Mr. Boyle had applied for a variance byt a variance to the property had already been issued. His refund of $25.00 is in the checks to be approved. ..Mardon Homes had applied for a cariance to construct smaller homes than allowed by City Ordinances. This was held due to lack of information. .. Mr. Bloom's plat on 20th Avenue must be redesigned. There were several suggestions from the Planning adn Zoning which will be forwarded to the Engineer. Mr. Gotwald said it is necessary to have preliminary plat approval from this City before the plat can be forwarded to the Rice Creek Watershed Board. He felt there will be some problems with the ponding requirements. It may be necessary to cut the number of lots. The hearing on Deer Pass Trail was called to order at 9:00 P.M. Mr. Locher read the notice of legal publication and the list of mailed notices. The cost figure in this notice was $8,478.00. Mr. Gotwald gave a brief history of the status of that street and listed three ways in which this matter can be handled; 1) assess all property owners; 2) asses only the property abutting Deer Pass Trail with the exception of Mr. Prokop; and 3) forget the whold matter. Mr. Gotwald presented the various cost figures for the ways in which this could be assessed. Mayor Karth asked if the present street would be harmed by the extra traffic created the the new home being constructed and Mr. Gotwald said regular car traffic does not harm the street surface - the heavy trash trucks or school busses could cause problems in the Spring. Mr. McLean asked about the condition of the street at the present and Mr. Gotwald said there is one spot that will need some routine main- tenance, but there has been no real damage to the street. Mayor Karth asked for questions from the audience and Mr. Wayne Ellison asked if the 2nd method included his extension and Mr. Gotwald said, No. He then asked if he would be involved in the upgrading of Deer Pass Trail? At the last meeting on this matter he had asked this question and had been told No. He wanted to know if he is still being considered for assessments. It was explained that all persons had been notified. According to State Law, names may be deleted from an assessment list, but not added if they have not been notified of the hearings. The original agreement had been two building permits only until the street was brought up to City specifications - Mr. Gotwald felt this agreement was slanted toward the platted lots abutting Deer Pass Trail. The new homes have been constructed on estension of that street. Mr. LaBuda, owner of the remaining lots was in favor of leaving the street as is. Mr. McLean asked, if these lots are sold, can the obligation be assigned and Mr. Locher said, Yes. Mr. Gotwald said this 2q9 July 23, 1979 could be finished by the City and the assessment be deferred. This would tie up City funds, but interest could be charged back to the owner. Mr. Gotwald suggested getting an estimage from the City contractor and from and outside contractor. Mr. McLean moved to continue this hearing until August 13, 1979 at 9:45 P.M. Mr. Gotwald to have the new estimates for that hearing. Seconded by MR. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. The hearing for the rezoning of Baldwin Lake Trailer Court was called to order at 9:40 P.M. Mr. Locher read the notice of legal publication and the list of persons to whom mailed notices were sent. There were three returned with no forwarding address. Mr. Locher explained this rezoning includes the existing portion of the Park. It was explained this was done in order to tie the park together in one zoning ordinance. The complete area is to be rezoned to R -6, thus eliminating any commercial zoning of the lands. There was discussion of the court prividing screening to the North but it was explained this is a zoning hearing - these matters can be discussed at the hearing on the proposed layout of the park. Mayor Karth asked for comments from the audience and the Council on the proposed rezoning and there was none. Mr. McLean moved to approve the rezoning of the lands per the legal description to R -6, Mobile Home Park classification. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. III Mr. McLean moved to close the hearing at 10:10 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mr. McLean continued his Planning adn Zoning Board report: ..The Board had recommended approval of the layout for the expansion of the Baldwin Lake Trailer Park. Mr. McLean moved to set a public hearing for this project for August 27, 1979 at 8:30 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. ..The East Birch Addition had been considered but no action had been taken. Some suggestions had been outlined by the Planning and Zoning and these had been forwarded to the developer. ..The matter of the Quads and the rezoning for NorthNorth East Realty had been discussed. Mr. McLean read portions of the minutes pertaining to the discussion of that proposal. Mr. McLean questioned Mr. Locher on the requirements of voting to pass a rezone. Mr. Locher said the Stat Law says 2/3's vote of all members. Mr. McLean said the Planning adn Zoning vote had ended in a tie so therefore, there is no recommendation from that Board. He felt there is no point in sending this back to that committee for more study since all things have been presented, in one form or another. Mr. McLean felt hat each side is going to have to bend a little in this matter. Mr. Zelinka felt that requiring Mayor Karth to abstain from voting in this matter is cutting the 'conflict of interest' too thin. Mr. Locher was requested to check this with the Attorney General. Mr. McLean said this Council has three choices 1) send back to Planning and Zoning; 2) set a public hearing; 3) Council meet with both ly 23, 1979 sides fox alternatives. X0;5 Mr. Schneider moved to set a special hearing with the developer and the residents for August 7, 1979 at 8:00 P.M. This will be for the purpose of negotiating a solution to this problem. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. ..Mr. David Hahn has purchased the home at 1990 Birch Street and had started tearing down a portion of the structure. He had been redtaged and asked to appear before the Planning adn Zoning Board. This Board had looked at a dketch of a home Mr. Hahn plans to construct. He is currently living in the newer portion of the building. The Planning and Zoning chose to consdier this action as a remodeling project - not the construction of a new home. Mr. McLean moved to issue a demolition permit and a building permit for remodeling according to specifications of the State Building Code to be completed in one year. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Mr. Zelinka added that if at any time during construction the building is unsafe or un- suitable for living quarters, the occupancy may be revoked. Mr. McLean accepted the addition to the motion. The motion declared passed. Mr. Dennis Cunningham had applied for a permit for a driveway of over 300 feet. The Planning adn Zoning Board had recommended approval of this request with teh stipulations that Mr. Cunningham maintain this driveway in a manner so as to provide access for emergency vehicles and to know that no other homes can be constructed using this driveway for street frontage. Mr. McLean moved to approve this variance with the above stipulations included in the variance and sent to Mr. Cunningham by registered mail. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mr. Tim Rehbine had asked for information as to rezoning lots facing 77th street in Carole's Estates to duples - R2. There will be more at a later date. The Palnning and Zoning had asked Mr. Locher to update Ordinance #20 and his recommendations had been presented to the Board for consideration. It has also been suggested that this ordinance be expanded to include all Board. He asked the Council to consider these recommendations. Mr. LeRoux had been asked to attend this meeting to discuss his mining operations and the condition of 64th Street. There was discussion on the condition of this treet and Mr. LeRoux explained his operation. He will be working in a two acre area only until that is at the level he desires and another area will be worked out. Mr. Gotwald said a proper road should be installed so it would not break up under heavy use. Mr. LeRoux agreed to put in the proper street. He will meet with Mr. Gotwald to work this out. Mr. McLean felt that Mr. LeRoux is now operating a hauling business out of lands zoned asAg with the parking of machinery and equipment which constitutes a business operation. Mr. LeRoux was informed that he should apply for a special use permt for this operation and appear before the Planning and Zoning Board. Mr. Richard Klenck had been asked to appear in conjunction with the parking of heacy equipment at his home on Rolling Hills Drive. Mr. Klenck said he only owns two dump trucks - he does not haul in or out - he operates as a sub- contractor and parks the empty trucks at his 284 July 23, 1979 location. Mr. Klenck needs to apply for a special use permit to operate a business out of his home. The Clerk was asked to mail a special use permit applicaiton form to him. The matter of the petition from the residents of Shenandoah in con- junction to the developing of the dedicated park in that area was discussed. A letter is to be sent to Mr. Rehbein on this matter. Mr. Locher had checked the requirements for insurance for the Lions Club on the sale of beer at Sunrise Park during their fund raiser pla -ned for SEpt. Ordinance lA covers this matter and a copy will be given to Mr. Shackle. There is also the matter of a deposit to cover the cost of clean up in case it is not done. Mayor Karth and consulted with Mr. Locher on the need to contact someone when he is not available. Mr. Locher said Mr. Babcock is most always available to answer hsi questions. Also, Mr. Locher's Secretary can be contacted and he calls in for his messages. Mayor Karth suggested getting together at least once a month for lunch. If any Council member has a question or problem, this would be the place for an informal discussioj. Mr. Gotwald had checked the application of North Central Public Service for the extension of a gas line in Shenandoah. He recommended approval. Mr. Zelinka so moved. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. Gotwald reported that the streets in Carole's Estates, Ulmer's Addition, the two streets in the Dobie Addition, School Addition and Equity Estates are completed as to the surfacing. Some backfill is needed and some boulevard work is to be done in some of the areas. Mr. Gotwald asked the Clerk to contact Mr. Charles Nelson for the completion of Pine Vista II, there is some back filling to be done and the drainage pond to be completted Mr. Gotwald reported that the field work is done and the sewer and water system for the Lakes Add. II & III is pretty much completed. He is working on a program of creating a swale which would improve the drainage on East Shadow Lake Drive. There should be a set of plans for Council consideration at the next Council meeting. There was a geustion as to what is happening to the proposed parks in Sunset Oaks. Mr. Roy Stanley is to be contacted and asked to come to the next Park Board meeting to be held on August 6,1979. Mayor Karth reported that IC Systems is still interested in Lino Lakes as an area to relocate. Mr. Zelinka moved to write a letter offering the services of Mr. Gotwald and Mr. Locher. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. Zelinka moved to approve requisition #923. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion declared passed. Mr. Zelinka moved to approve checks #9831 through and including #9856. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mr. McLean moved to send a letter of 'Thanks' to the Lions' Club for the construction of the shelter in Lino Park and their continued support of the efforts of this City in the areas of the Parks develop • 1 1 July 23, 1979 ment. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. Mr. Kulaszewicz moved to adjourn at 12:15 P.M. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Aye. These minutes were considered and approved at the regular Council meeting held on August 13, 1979. Psi 285 Edna L. Sarner. Clerk- Treasurer August 1, 1979 The special meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 8;00 P.M. on August 1, 1979 by Mayor Karth. Council members present; Kulaszewicz, McLean. Schneider, Zelinka. Absent; None. This meeting had been called for the purpose of hearing a report from Mr. Charles Hodge. After hearing Mr. Hodge's report, Mr. Schneider moved to authorize Mr. Hodge to proceed with his search for a City Administrator. The assignment to include job specifications and organizational chart. This is to be submitted to the Council by August 8, 1979. Secondly, the search to begin immediately with resume's of recommended applicants to be available for Council members by August 31, 1979. Seconed by Mr. Zelinka. Motion declared passed. Notice of this is to be posted on the City bulletin board and published in the Forest Lake Time. Mr. Hodge will assist in the wording of this notice. Mr. Schneider moved to continue the CETA employment of the office help for one week and the police office for two weeks. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion declared passed. Mr. Schneider moved to authorize Mr. Phil Kenney to start individual applications for police personnel for Long Term Disability Insurance Coverage per the Saint Paul Company's proposal. Seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion declared passed. Mr. Schneider moved to request Mr. Locher to submit all written references on the legal question of the zoning status of the Outlots in Lakes Add, #2 by Friday, Augsut 3, 1979. Seconded by Mr. MCLean. Motion declared passed. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 P.M. These minutes were considered and approved at the regular Council meeting held on August 13, 1979. Edna L. Sarner, Clerk- Treasurer