HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/22/1974 Council Minutes1
1
1
April 22, 1974
The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 8:00 p.m.
April 22, 1974 by Acting Mayor Zelinka. Members present; Jaworski, Marier, McLean.
Absent Bohjanen. Mr. Locher was also present.
Mr. Marier moved to approve the minutes of April 8, 1974 as written. Seconded by
Mr. McLean. Motion carried.
The Clerk had a letter from the Attorney General's office in the .form of a release
to be signed by the Clerk. This release is in conjunction with the claim filed by
the Police Department for assistance with runaways at the Treatment Center. Mr.
Jaworski moved to authorize the Clerk to sign the releases and return to the
Attorney General. Seconded by Mr. Marier. Motion carried.
A letter from the North Suburban Sewer Service Board announcing a meeting to be
held on April 30, 1974 at the Fridley City Hall was read. Mr. Marier felt that it
was most important that all members of the Council attend this meeting. Mr. Jaworski
requested the Clerk to mail a reminder to the Council members on this meeting.
The City received reimbursement from the Metro Sewer Board for the sewage hauling
for the month of March in the amount of $775.00.
The Clerk read a letter from Mr. Blatnik requesting additional information on the
need for an interchange at County Road #14. Mr. Jaworski will collect this infor-
mation and forward to Mr. Blatnik.
The Clerk read a letter from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency notifying the
City that the permit application for Lino Lakes designated "Sanitary Sewer Exten-
sion, Lino Lakes Shenandoah Plot" Permit No. 8312 had been approved April 16, 1974.
The Clerk was asked to make copies of this letter for the Planning and Zoning
Board members.
There was a letter from North Central Public Service Company explaining that due to
a reduction in natural gas rate from Northern Natural to North Central, there will
be refunds to customers. The computed refunds for spaceheat should amount to about
$14.70. A copy of this letter is to be sent to the Council Liaison member.
The matter of the lot for sale for ta± forfeiture was discussed. This lot 9, Block
2, Lexington Park Lakeview Addition. This lot is located on Sunset just north of
Glenview. After discussion, the Council decided that this is not land that the
City wished to acquire. The Clerk was instructed to notify the Anoka County Auditor
that we do not wish to purchase the lot.
The Clerk had received a request from Northwestern Bell Telephone for permission
to install buried lines on 20th Ave. South from Main Street to Birch Street. The
Clerk was instructed to mail this request to Mr. Gotwald.
Mr. Marier presented his report as liasion to the Planning and Zoning Board. At
the meeting on April 17, 1974. Mr. Norman Paulsrud had appeared asking for a
variance to use his garage as a sheet metal shop for a period of one year. This
is to get his business established. The P &Z had recommended approval of this request
with the following provisions: Work to be done only between the hours of 8:00 a.m.
and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday except Holidays, time to be limited to 10 hours
per week. No raw materials to be stored outside. The P &Z recommended approval of
this variance for a period of one year. Mr. Marier so moved. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski.
Motion carried.
276
April 22, 1974
The Planning and Zoning Board has considered the requests for a variance by
Luther LeVessuer and the City of Lino Lakes for the transfer of title on parcels
of land less than 21 acres. This transfer of title is in conjunction with the real-
ignment of the North Line of Lino Park. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended
approval of these requests. Mr. Marier so moved. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion
carried.
Mr. Marier reported on the status of the signs. Twelve (12) had not been returned.
Mr. Marier moved that the Ordinance governing these violations be enforced. Seconded
by Mr. McLean. Motion carried.
Mr. Jaworski reported that he had been approached by some of the business men of the
Community. They felt that one identifying business sign should be allowed. Mr. Marier
said at the present time this is not allowed under our Ordinance however, this
Ordinance could be amended to allow this. Mr. Jaworski felt that this is a necessary
thing and should be done.
The Planning and Zoning had recommended approval of the sign applications that had
been returned. Mr. Marier moved to approve the following signs: Numbers 13, 14, 15,
19, 22, 23, 24, 26, 30, 40, 44, 46, 39, 31, 32, 33, 36, 37, 47, 48. Seconded by Mr.
McLean. Motion carried.
Mr. Jaworski questioned the size of the Fritag /Anderson Real Estate signs. Mr.
Locher checked the ordinance for the allowable size on this type of signs. Mr.
Amundsen said the signs have 40 square feet per sign. The Ordinance stipulates 15
square feet as the limit for a sign such as these. Mr. Locher said these signs
are much too large and must have a permit. The Clerk was instructed to write the
company, informing them of the requirements and sending an application form.
Mr. Marier reported on the request by Suburban Engineering for the installation of
water and sewer in the townhouse unit located in Lakes Addition #2. A long private
driveway had been planned as means of access but the Planning and Zoning had felt
that there should be a public street in that area. Mr. Meyers will work with Mr.
Gotwald on this and return with recommendations for consideration at the May
Planning and Zoning Board meeting.
Mr. Blackbird representing North - NorthEast Realty had presented proposed plats -
Pine Haven and Shamrock Estates. He had been seeking information and no action was
required. Basically the Planning and Zoning Board had seen no problems with either
plat.
Mr. McLean asked if the Pine Haven plat was in the same area that had been rezoned
for apartments several years ago and was told that it was.
Mr. Zelinka asked if the plats will meet general requirements. Mr. Marier said,
Yes, there was discussion of the street on the South border of the Shamrock Estate
plat. The Board felt that this should be a complete 66' foot right -of -way instead
of the 33 foot shown on the plat. Mr. Blackbird will complete the necessary steps
and present to the Planning and Zoning as a preliminary plat. Mr. Marier will
report on the progress of these plats.
Mr. Herr was not in attendance, but Mr. Marier reported on the action taken by the
Planning and Zoning Board. The Board had recommend acceptance of this plat with
the following stipulations; Mr. Herr conform to the Engineer's recommendations as
to street grades and drainage recommendations. Both the Engineer and the Planner
recommended that the North East corner of the property be found by proper survey
1
1
1
April 22, 1974
and that the land be platted by lot and block and not by metes and bounds. The
Board felt that in future years this could cause a problem.
Mr. Zelinka agreed. If the land is divided by metes and bounds, the future costs
to the City could be a problem. If the cost of the Survey is around the $2500.00
figure named by Mr. Herr was a fair cost, then this would only amount to a little
over $100.00 per tract. This is small compared to the amount it would cost for an
individual to have his land surveyed.
Mr. Marier moved to write to Mr. Herr the approval of the plat with the following
stipulations. Mr. Herr conform to the Planner's and Engineer's recommendations as
to specifications for the street grades, the Planning and Zoning also recommended
that the North East corner be found by a proper survey and the land be recorded as
a plat and the descriptions be by lot and block not by metes and bounds. Seconded
by Mr. Jaworski. Motion carried.
Mr. Marier asked Mr. Locher if the Open Space Agreement with the County had been
signed. Mr. Locher said, yes, it had been signed at the last meeting. Mr. Marier
asked that the Clerk make note of this in the minutes.
Mrs. Harriet Hill of Sunrise Avenue had made application for the storage of a
semi - trailer, unlicensed, to be used for storage. This will be sent to the Planning
and Zoning for consideration.
Mr. Jaworski presented the Council with a list of the Streets within the City with
recommendations as to the ones that will need repair this year. Mr. Jaworski has
planned to lease a Semen mixer, purchase the materials and do the work on the
streets with City personnel. Mr. Marier questioned how much was budgeted for this
work. Mr. Jaworski said "he wasn't certain of the exact figure but the bulk of the
money budgeted was for this work. He also reported that some work should be done
on Pine and 24th Avenue but felt that the work needed would be too costly for the
City to attempt this year. He felt that we should take care of the roads that were
oiled last year in order to keep the base we have and to improve what is already
there.
There was discussion on the proper method of dealing with the problem streets. The
general consensus of the Council was that Mr. Jaworski should consult with Mr.
Gotwald as to the best way to surface these streets, but it was generally felt that
some sort of a matt should be laid.
Mr. Jaworski will work this out with Mr. Gotwald and present the recommendations
at the next Council meeting.
Mr. Jaworski had checked the trucks that Mr. Rehbein had mentioned at the last
Council meeting. There were some differences, a smaller engine, smaller tires,
the axle weight was less, standard transmission. Mr. Jaworski felt most of the
differences could be accepted. He wondered if the 361 c.u. engine would be adequate
for the amount of snow plowing that must be done by the city.
Mr. Rehbein said that this size engine had given better performance. There was
some problems with the larger engine. He thought the larger tires might cause
some problems but felt this could be checked with the companies.
Mr. Jaworski said that he would rewrite the specs and have them ready for the next
Council meeting.
2
April 22, 1974
Mr. Jaworski brought up the subject of sewers. He wondered if the Collection of
the S.A.C. with each building permit issued was legal in view of the fact that the
installation of the interceptor is in such doubt.
Mr. Marier felt that it was smarter to pay this charge now at a lower rate then to
withhold and pay a higher charge at a later date. He felt it was most important to
know what there plans are. The meeting at Fridley on April 30, 1974 is a very
important meeting and all members of the Council should plan to attend. There was
some question of the property owners from Shenandoah attending this meeting also.
Mr. Marier said that this is an open meeting and all can attend. There was also
some discussion of -the possibility of -a meeting with representatives of the MSB
and the Metro Council to be held soon.
There was much- discussion- centered around the interceptor and the meetings that
are contemplated. Mr. Zelinka suggested a meeting a few days after the meeting
on the 30th.
Mr. Marier felt that we should have a representative from the NSSSB, the MSB and
the liaison to the Metro Council at this meeting.
Mr. Jaworski suggested May 2, 1974 at 8:00 p.m. for this meeting.
Mr. Rehbein asked what can be done in Shenandoah if the interceptor is turned down
by the Metro Council. His mains and laterals are approved by the PCA. The whole
set -up in the area is temporary, this project was designed for sewers and not
septic systems.
Mr. Zelinka said that legally the City cannot give him permission to do this. Mr.
Zelinka suggested some well written letters from the residence of the area address-
ed to the Metro Sewer Board and the Metro Council. If these letters are written
firmly but nicely, 'they could get results. This is one means of letting the Metro
Sewer Board and the Metro Council know of the needs of the people in the area.
Mr. Jaworski reminded the Council that technically, the City is not hauling the
sewage. That truck is a Metro Sewer operation and the City is contracted by the
Sewer Board to do the hauling.
Mr. Marier reminded Mr. Rehbein that when the project was started there was no
guaranty that as to the date for installation of the interceptor.
Mr. Rehbein asked if anything had been done with the list of names that had been -
presented at the last Council meeting. The Clerk said, No, the list is in her desk.
Mr. Marier suggested that a letter be written and the list of names enclosed
indicating these people requested that the interceptor be installed as originally
planned and as soon as possible.
The Councilmen agreed.
Mr. McLean reported on the Park Board Meeting. He gave the following recommendations
for the Sunrise Park; 1) at leat two toilet facilities (satellite or similar
facility) 2) water facilities 3) repair roads and install more posts to control
parking. 4) repair all ball diamonds. 5) swings and playground equipment checked
and repaired. 6) trash cans in all high use areas.
1
1
1
2,9
April 22, 1974
Mr. McLean reported that he had phone calls dealing with the disturbances in
Sunrise Park over this past weekend. The other Councilmen had also received calls.
Mr. McLean asked if we have anything setting a time for closing the Park and was
told that we did not. Mr. Locher was asked if such regulations could be
established by a Resolution.
Mr. Locher said that it could but he felt that the City would be in a better
position to enforce the rules if they were established by Ordinance. In fact, if
the laws are set by Resolution, they cannot be enforced.
Mr. Zelinka said that he had heard that the Park at Golden Lake had been closed.
He asked if any of the other Councilmen had heard this. Mr. McLean had. Mr.
Zelinka said that he had several calls about the problems at Sunrise over the
weekend and some of the people had asked that their names be withheld. They were
concerned over reprisals to children that are still in school. Mr. Zelinka
suggested that the Police be asked to patrol this area at least twice a night and
not just in the car, they shoud also do some foot patrol.
Mr. McLean asked Mr. Locher to prepare an Ordinance to this effect and he will
present it to the Park Board. Mr.Locher said that he would.
Mr. McLean reported that the Park Board had recommended that a part -time employee
be hired for the purpose of maintaining the Park properties. They had suggested
31 days per week. Mr. McLean will make a copy of the job description and get it
to Mr. Zelinka.
Mr. McLean asked if there was a City Ordinance covering the use of public street
for bicycle races. There had been a race held this past weekend using 2 County
Roads and two freeway crossings covering a distance of about 7 miles. Does the
City have a•.•position on this? Could a motorcycle group or an automobile group
do this?
Mr. Locher said they could be charged with Violation of obstruction of traffic.
He asked if the City had known about the race.
The Clerk said the orginazation had called the office and informed her of the
race and asked that she inform the Police Department, which was done.
Mr. Zelinka reported that he had missed the last Circle Pines Utility Commission
meeting. He had been informed of the meeting Friday afternoon before the meeting
at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday morning. The Clerk had written the Commission requesting
that notification of these meetings be given sooner in order for Mr. Zelinka to
schedule his time to include these meetings. No answer had been received as yet.
Mr. Zelinka reported that he has the responses of the men who are interested in
the position of Supervisor. He will be contacting the Personnel Commission to
consider these applicants. A second meeting will be scheduled for the purpose of
interviewing the applicants selected by the Commission. Mr. Zelinka felt that
this position requires special attention and should not be rushed.
Mr. McLean asked about the target date for the employing of this man. Mr. Zelinka
felt that we should have the new man by the 1st of August. This will give him
six months training period.
Mr. Zelinka read the quarterly report from the Centerville Fire Department. This
was given to the Clerk to file.
280
April 22, 1974
Mr. Zelinka asked the Council to consider the Proposed Ordinance from the Anoka
Health Department regulating the installers and installation of on sight septic
systems. This is a proposed County Wide Ordinance to insure uniformity in this
area.
Mr. Dilks of the Anoka Health Department outlined some the requirements of the
Ordinance. Installers will be required to take a test for licensing, provide
proof of insurance and bonding. The permits and inspections would be controled by
the local municipalities but the installers would be licensed by the County. If
there is a need for legal action this would be done through the County Attorney's
Office.
There was much discussion on the provisions of this Ordinance. A Mrs. Liljedahl of
726 Vicky Lane told the Council that they had just bought their house a year ago
and are now having trouble with the spetic system. Mr. Husnik had inspected the
system and according to him it has never worked properly since the junction box
is 7 incher higher than the spetic tank. Mrs. Liljedahl had written to Mr. Dilks
and El Rehbein & Son, the builders of the home. She had also talked to Mr. Locher
on this problem.
Mr. Locher said the statute of limitations had expired on this home and the only
recourse for Mrs. Liljedahl was to take this matter to concilation court.
There was more discussion of this problem, with Mr. Locher being asked to contact
Mr. Rehbein on this.
Mr. McLean felt that since the City of Lino Lakes has adopted the State Code, that
is sufficient. He asked Mr. Dilks if the rest of the communities weren't required
to do this also.
Mr. Dilks said this Ordinance is an attempt to retain control of this operation
and prevent the Metro Council from taking over. He said Lino Lakes has a good
program and this needs to be in all areas. There are some communities who have no
Ordinance governing septic systems. Mr. Dilks said the building inspector would
have to take the same test as the plumbing inspector. Mr. Dilks said he would like
a statement from the Council whether they agree with the intent of this Ordinance.
This is just a rough draft and it will be rewritten.
Mr. Zelinka felt that the Council needed time to study this Ordinance. Mr. Marier
moved to table for study. Seconded by Mr. McLean. A discussion on the length of time
for study and Mr. Marier said about a month. It would be necessary to compare
with what we already have.
Mr. Locher suggested sending a copy to our plumbing inspector asking for his
comments. Mr. Dilks said Mr. Vadnais already has a copy.
The vote on the motion was unanimous.
There was more discussion on Mrs. Liljedahl problem. There is some problem with
the pipes to the septic system crossing the lines from the well. She was asked if
she had contacted the builder and said she had. But he had not discussed the
problem.
Someone asked if our building code did not cover the installation of septic systems.
Mr. Locher checked Ord. No. 6 and found that section (ggg) deals with the install-
ation of septic systems and section (fff) deals with the installation of wells.
1
1
April 22, 1974
Mr. Locher will contact Mr. Rehbein.
Mr. Zelinka proceeded with Mr. Bohjanen's report. The clean up this past weekend
had been a success. Over 100 Roy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Lino Lakes 4H Club. A
letter of "Thanks" is to be sent to these groups.
Mr. Jaworski said while still on the subject of clean -up, there are 500 flyers that
were printed up on the clean -up that were supposed to be delivered and they are
still in the Clerk's Office. He felt that in the future before the City goes to
the expense of having these flyers printed, a means of delivery should be lined
Up.
Mr. Zelinka read a letter from Mankato State College asking for a copy of a map
of our City. The County Surveyor is in the process of updating our present map.
The Clerk was asked to write the College informing them of this and saying that
a map will be sent as soon as one is available.
Mr. Locher reported that he had been contacted by Mr. Parta with the suggestion
that as many of the members of this Council and the Anoka Board of Commissioners
get together for pictures of the signing of the Open Space agreement. There was no
decision.
Mr. Marier brought up the subject of building permit fees and the fact that fees
on some of the garages and additions are so low that the building inspector is
osing money by doing the required inspections. This had been discussed at the
last Planning and Zoning Board meeting. Mr. Amundsen felt a minimum fee $10.00
would be fair to all involved. Mr. amundsen had drawn up a schedule which he
presented to the Council. He felt that the fees required by the State Building
Code was too high for this area. This schedule is a compromise between the State
schedule and the present City schedule. Mr. Amundsen said this would bring our
fees more in line with the fees charged by Centerville.
Mr. Marier asked if it would be necessary to pass an Ordinance to update the fee?
Mr. Locher said that it could be done by Resolution.
The Council members looked at the fee schedule and found no objections. Mr. Marier
moved to pass the following Resolution;
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, that the City of Lino Lakes adopts the following
schedule for the issuance of building permits effective May 1, 1974. These fees
not to include State Surcharges.
$1.00 to $500.00
$501.10 to $2000.00
$2001.00 to $25000.00
$25000.00 to $50000.00
$50000.00 to $100,000.00
$100,000.00 to $500,000.00
$5.00
$5.00 for first $500.00 plus $0.50 for
each additional $100.00 or fraction
thereof, to and including $2000.00.
$12.50 for the first $2000.00 plus $2.00
for each additional $1000.00 or fraction
thereof, to and including $25000.00.
$58.50 for the first $25000.00 plus $1.50
for each additional $1000.00 or fraction
thereof, to and including $50000.00.
$96.00 for the first $50,000.00 plus $1.00
for each additional $1000.00 or fraction
thereof, to and including $100,000.00.
$146.00 for the first $100,000.00 plus
282
$500,000.00 and up
April 22, 1974
$0.75 for each additional $1000.00
or fraction thereof, to and
including $500,000.00.
$446.00 for the first $500,000.00
plus $0.50 for each additional
$1000.00 or fraction thereof.
The motion was seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Amundsen also felt that each business located within the City limits should
be allowed one identifying sign without a permit. The Planning and Zoning will
check the Ordinance with this in mind.
Mr. Zelinka asked Mr. Amundsen if there is anything that can be done about
buildings started and never finished. Mr. Amundsen had written up a letter citing
the requirements and restrictions in connection with obtaining a building permit
and inspections. Mr. Marier felt this shoud be discussed with the Planning and
Zoning Board. He will take this up at the next meeting and report back to the
Council.
There was no old business.
There was no new business.
There was some discussion on requisition 0409.'Mr. Zelinka felt there should be a
set of operating procedures for the use of City vehicles. They should be checked
out and in. He will set up a procedure recommendation for the next Council
meeting for their consideration.
Mr. Jaworski moved to approve requisitions #410 through #414, holding #409.
Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried.
Mr. McLean moved to approve payroll checks number 2380 through 2406. Seconded
by Mr. Jaworski. Motion carried.
Mr. Jaworski moved to approve bills with checks number 5705 through and including
5725. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried.
Mr. Marier asked Mr. Locher if the County was not to reimburse the City for the
legal charges in connection with the Open Space Program. Mr. Locher said that was
his understanding.
The Clerk was instructed to compute these charges and remit a statement to the
Anoka County Auditor and back at the next Council meeting.
Mr. Marier moved to adjourn at 11:30 p.m. Seconded by Mr. aworski. Aye.
The minutes were approved at the May 13, 1974 meeting.
Clerk - Treasurer