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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/28/1976 Council MinutesJune 28, 1976 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 8:05 P.M. on June 28, 1976 by Acting Mayor Zelinka. Council members present: Karth, McLean. Absent: Mayor Bohnanen and Schneider. Mr. Locher was present. Mr. Karth moved to approve the minutes of June 14, 1976 as presented. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Karth moved to approve the minutes of June 3, 1976 as presented. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McLean moved to approve the minutes of June 24, 1976 as presented. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. The Clerk reported on the following items: ..Chief Myhre had re- computed the cost to Centerville for Police coverage for the year 1976 using the population estimates as complied by the Metropolitan Council. After some discussion, Mr. McLean moved this information be presented to the Centerville Council by Mayor Bohjanen for action as soon as possible. Seconded by Mr. Karth Motion carried unanimously. .. Mr. Gotwald had delivered a letter to the office this day in reference to the charges in connection with the Highway #49 sewer project. Normally the charges would be a percentage of the overall costs of the projects and in this instance would amount to $7,908.00. But, in view of the fact, the firm had included the lower section of High- way #49 and they were aware of the controversial aspects of this project, the charges had been computed on an hourly rate. The amount to be paid at this time will be credited to this project when it is eventually constructed. The charges to the City at this time is $2,426.00. .. In the Metropolitan Review received on this date, notice of a meeting of the Metrop- olitan Parks and Open Space Commission to be held today had been noted. No other information had been received. Mr. Locher suggested this could involve the land around Bald Eagle Lake since the notice also included Hugo. In this same line of thought, it was noted that Mr. Joseph Huber had split 1.25 acres from his land and and sold the acreage and the home. This is in violation of the City Ordinance re- quiring 22 acres in an unplatted area. Mr. McLean questioned the County's respon- i;sibility in making this split without reporting the matter to this City. Mr. Locher said this is a City law and the County felt they do not have the personnel to police matters such as this on a County wide basis. Mr. McLean felt the legality of this requirement should be looked into by the Planning and Zoning Board. He requested the Clerk to put this matter on the agenda for July. .. Two letters, from Centennial School and Mr. Glenn Rehbein, giving the City permission to block the end of 4th Avenue at Elm Street had been received. Mr. Zelinka had been contacted. He said he had no-objections to the blocking of the Street but would ask the barricade be set back approximately 160' from Elm Street. Mr. Zelinka told the Council his company has plans for developing that corner in a couple of years and a driveway would exit on 4th Avenue. Mr. Zelinka said he would send a letter setting forth his requests. Affadivits of publication for the General Revenue Sharing Planned Use Report and the advertising for bids for a new pick up truck had been received. .. A questionaire from the Director of Housing of the Metropolitan Council had been rec- eived. Mr. McLean looked the form over and suggested the Clerk use Ordinance #56 to answer the questions. .. A preliminary estimate of current population from the Metropolitan Council had been received. The estimate sets the population of Lino Lakes at 4,109 as of April I, 1976. If the City has questions about this figure and can justify any changes, the Metropolitan Council will consider these concerns up to July 15, 1976. It would seem the only manner in which to question this figure would be by conducting a census. 1 1!,5 June 28, 1976 Mr. Locher said one of the other communities had questioned the procedures for the census and had found that the City would have to hire Federal people to conduct the census and provide office space and equipment for them. Mr. Zelinka felt that if the figures for construction of new homes for the years 1970 through 1975 were com- puted and multiplied by the 3.2% persons per home, added to the Federal figure of the last census and presented to the Metropolitan Council, this may be a point for consid- eration. The Clerk was instructed to compwte these figures. .. A request from Northwestern Bell for the replacement of buried cable on Andall Street had been received. The present cable has been damaged by water. There was some dis- cussion of this matter. Mr. McLean moved to approve this request subject to approval by Mr. Gotwald. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. The Clerk was asked if the maps of the underground utilities had been received as requested. The Clerk said that Circle Pines, Anoka Electric and NOrth Central Public Service had sent the maps. Northwestern Bell and NSP have not complied as yet. The Clerk was instructed to write those two firms again. Mr. McLean moved they be informed that any future requests for buried cable might not be considered until the maps are re- ceived. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion careted unanimously. Acting Mayor Zelinka asked if there was any business from the floor that should be handled at this time. A lady representing the Majestic Suburban Homes, Inc. presented the Council with a letter concerned with a lot located at the end of Marshan Lane. This is the last parcel of property located on that street that is not owned by the County for Park pur- poses. There is no access to this property but the Company states they will finish50' for the approach to the property in the same manner in which the street is finished. They asked for a letter confirming the issuance of a building permit in order to close IIIthe sale and start construction on a home. There was a question of turn around at the end of the approach for City vehicles. It was suggested this matter be considered by the Planning and Zoning Board. Mr. Zelinka asked if the delay would cause a problem and the Lady said the buyer wanted to start construction as soon as possible. Mr. McLean asked for a letter from the Engineer and the Building Inspector and moved to set a special Planning and Zoning Board meeting for July 7, 1976 at 8:00 P.M. for the consideration of this matter. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. The Clerk was instructed to send notices to all Planning and Zoning Board members with copies of the parcel and letters. Mr. Ronald Jaworski requested a Beer and Bingo Permit for St. Josehp's Catholic Church for August 8, 1976. These permits are in conjunction with the annual chicken dinner sponsored by that Church. Mr. McLean moved to approve this request with the stipulation that proper insurance is provided. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Locher said there is a new State Statute on Bingo and has to do with the City pass- ing an Ordinance governing Bingo. He will give a copy of a sample Ordinance for insp- ection by the Council. Mr. Karl Ferrance was also in the audience in response to a letter asking the status of the back stop at the newest ball field at Sunrise Park. Mr. Ferrance said they had installed the poles for the backstop but had run into problems in trying to install the fence. It is old and bent to the point where it cannot be str- etched and installed propert ''. Mr. Ferrance suggested the City pick up the fence and discard it. Mr. McLean asked what the original agreement had been and Mr. Ferrance said the City was to provide the materials and his club would put it up. Mr. Zelinka asked what the cost of a backstop would be and Mr. McLean felt approzimately $500.00. Mr. McLean suggested the City pick up the fence and refer this matter to the Park Board for their consideration to purchase the fencing for the backstop. 106 June 28, 1976 Mr. Karth moved to instruct Mr. Volk to pick up the fence and refer the matter to the Park Board with the suggestion that new fencing for the back stop be considered as soon as possible. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried unanimously. The Police had been called on several occasions on complaints of careless driving in that area, however, Chief Myhre said he had not been able to observe this as yet. He had had no complaints on the parking, just the careless driving— There had been some complaints of debris left in the area after games and Mr. Ferrance said his team pol- ices the area at least twice a week and he felt the complaint was unjustified. Mr. Ferrance said they would like to pick up a roll of snow fencing to block off the park- ing from the field. Mr. McLean said he would agree to this on a temporary basis. He suggested getting theposts and using them in the same manner as had been done around the ball fields here at the Hall property. Mr. Karth presented the Park Board report in the absence of Mr. Schneider. Mr. Charles Cape had requested the use of the.Sunrise warming house from July 6th through the 23rd for Fire Arms training classes. This had been approved by the Park Board. There had been a question on the 60' outlot on LaMotte's addition. Mr. Simonsen had asked about using that area for access to Centerville Lake. There is a drainage ditch and there had been a suggestion of a foot bridge across this ditch, also, either some assistance or advice in the matter of clearing the under brush. Mr.Simonsen said they are not certain where the lot markers are. It was suggested Mr. Gotwald locate 'the lot markers when he is yin the area. It may be possible for Mr. Volk to do this. Mrs. Liljdahl had asked for a snow fence at Lino Park to protect the spectators from balls and Mr. Karth reported this has already been taken care of. The Park Board had also passed a motion to put a culvert off Main Street near the center of the two ball fields and allow parking in the area between the fields. The area could be bordered with railroad ties or snow fence to contain the cars. Mr. McLean felt this is a stop gap measure and if the area is to be used as a parking area, it should be listed as a primary priority and done the correct way. Mr. Karth moved to refer this proposal to the Park Board for evaluation and specific plans and cost figures. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carr- ied unanimously. Mr. McLean reported on the Planning and Zoning Board meeting held on June 16, 1976. The first item considered was the platting of an eighty acre parcel of land to include a prh-'ate air strip. This was presented by Mr. Roger Kolstad. There was questions and some discussion with Mr. Kolstad being advised to submit his plans to the Planner and Engineer for their recommendations. Mr. Blackbird, representing North - NorthEast Realty, presented a revised plat for Pine Haven, with an extensive report from Dolan Engineering. Mr. Short and Mr. Gotwald had concurred with Mr. Dolan's report. The Planning and Zoning Board had recommended app- roval of this plat. The notification of the hearing for the final plat must be published 10 days prior to the hearing. This hearing may be held before either the Council or the Planning and Zoning Board. There was a question of the legality of Mr. Karth voting on this matter since he is employed by the same firm. Mr. Locher said that a majority of members pre- sent may vote on setting a hearing. Mr. McLean moved to approve thePine Haven Plat. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried with Mr. Karth abstaining. 1 June 28, 1976 Mr. McLean moved to set the final hearing for July 26, 1976 at 8:30 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried with Mr. Karth abstaining. Mr. John Landers had appeared before the Planning and Zoning requesting a special use permit for the parking of cars on his property and the repair of small engines in his garage. Mr. Zelinka asked if there had been a limit put on the number of cars to be parked at that location and Mr. McLean said, No. Mr. Landers said there ,would be no more than six cars at any one time and these are personal cars of the family. Mr. Lan- ders had obtained signatures of two of the property owners and Mr. Shearen had asked he get at least one more signature which he had done. After discussion as to the time schedule for completion of the structure and the scr- eening around the parking area, Mr. McLean moved to approve the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Board, following the time schedule for completion of the interior structure before winter and the outside work within one year, screening of the parking area with trees and shrubs, and no more than six cars to be parked in the area. Sec- onded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Mobley had presented the requirements of the State Building Code in the area of plan inspection fees, re- inspection fees and Occupancy Certificates. The Board wanted some time to study the plan checking fees. Mr. LeVessuer had asked about splitting his lot on 77th Street. He was told he would need a certified copy of a survey. He is on the agenda for the July meeting. Mr. Blaine Edmundson presented a preliminary plat for 40 acres located at the end of 62nd Street. This land is divided into 29 lots. The Planning and Zoning Board had recommended approval of the preliminary plat with the stipulations for at least 3 smil borings, feasibility of on -site septic systems be confirmed, and these plans be sent to the Planner and Engineer for their recommendations. Mr. McLean moved to accept the preHminary plat on Colonial Woods. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried unanimously. As soon as the above requirements are received, the final hearing can be set. Mr. Karth reported the squad car is back on the road and the costs were under the est- imated amount. Four bids for the new pick up had been received. Ra Oh Thomas Chevrolet had submitted a bid of $6950.00, Chas Olson - $7754.00, White Bear Dodge - $7793.00 and Northdale Ford - $6539.16. The bid from Northdale Ford filled all specifications and delivery date is August 25, 1976. Mr. Karth moved to accept the low bid of Northdale Ford for delivery approximately August 25, 1976. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried un- animously. Mr. Zelinka asked about the method of paying for this truck - is it to be financed or will the City pay cash? Mr. McLean felt the bid could be approved and the method of paying discussed at a later meeting. The Clerk was instructed to put this on the agenda for July 12, 1976. Mr. Zelinka questioned the conditions of the streets. Mr. Karth said most are in pretty good shape. Mr. Karth said that Mr•:.Karth said thrt Mr. Volk and Mr. Gotwald are work= ing on cost figures for 24th Ave. North from 80th Street. He will present this recomm- endation at a later meeting. Mr. Zelinka questioned the condition of West Shadow Lake Drive and what were the plans for that street? The grader had been in this past week but it was felt the street will have to be raised in order to avoid the problems that existed this Spring. Mr. Karth said a formal letter June 28, 1976 to Mr. Burman requesting financidil assistance from the County will be sent. He said he is working with Mr. Burman on this matter. Mr. Zelinka asked that when the letter is written,:a request to put guard posts in on the corner of Elm Street and Highway #8 be included. It seems that the Street is curv- ing onto Mr. Zelinka's property more each year. Mr. Karth said he would include this matter. Mr. Zelinka suggested an estimate of cost be made for upgrading West Shadow Lake Drive. Mr. Karth felt that he and Mr. Volk could do this. Mr. McLean asked if there is a need for culverts and Mr. Karth said there are a couple that need to be upgraded. Mr. McLean suggested getting the County Engineer to work with the City on the analysis of what needs to be done in that area and mutually agree on the recommendations. Mr. Karth agreed. Mr. Zelinka reported on the Personnel Commission meeting held June 25, 1976. The Comm - ission had reviewed Mr. Volk's salary and had recommended a 5% increase effective July 1, 1976 but felt this matter should be presented at the July 12, 1976 meeting for Mr. Schneider's thoughts of the effect this will have on the cash flow. They had interviewed five prospective applicants for the position of a part - time patrolman. The Personnel Commission had recommended Mr. Paul Ewald be employed and two others be kept on file - Mr. Johnson and Mr. Auge. Mr. Zelinka asked Chief Myhre to present Mr. Ewald's qualifications. Chief Myhre said Mr. Ewald was a full time Policeman for St. Joseph - he has completed his BCA train- ing and is certified by the State - he has a four year degree in Law Enforcement and has also an internship with Brooklyn Center. Chief Myhre added that both Mr. Johnson and Mr. Auge have had courses:: in Law Enforcement. Mr. Karth noted that Mr. Ewald worked on a rotating shift - would this create any prob- lems? Chief Myhre said, he had checked with Mr. Ewald and this would not present a pro- blem. Chief Myhre recommended the hiring of Mr. Paul Ewald to fill the position on the Police roster. Mr. Zelinka so moved with duties to begin as soon as possible. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Myhre asked permission to purchase the necessary uniforms for Mr. Ewald. The Council agreed this is the City's responsibility and asked Chief Myhre to submit a re- quisition with a limited dollar amount which they can approve this evening. Mr. McLean introduced the Resolution as required by the Metropolitan Council in con - junction! n with the installation of the force main interceptor. The Council considered the Resolution as prepared by Metropolitan Council Staff and the changes as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board. There were several other corrections and deletions made by the Council. The following is a copy of the Resolution: A RESOLUTION SPECIFYING THE INTENT OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES TO PREPARE AND ADOPT PLANS AND REGULATORY CONTROLS TO ASSURE THE PROTECTION OF METROPOLITAN AND CITY OF LINO LAKES INVESTMENTS IN THE LINO LAKES INTERCEPTOR. 1 1 WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council has approved plans and specifications for the Lino Lakes interceptor and has directed the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission to provide ser- vice to existing platted parcels of land in the Country Lakes Addition, the Shenandoah III Addition and to existing mobile home sites in the Baldwin Lake Trailer Park: and WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council has expressed its expectation that Lino Lakes, by December 31, 1976, should prepare and adopt plans and regulatory cthntrols to assure the protection of Metropolitan and Lino Lakes investments in the Lino Lakes interceptor: June 28, 1976 and 109 WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council has indicated these plans and regulatory controls should include zoning ordinances amendments, private sewage disposal regulations and interim development controls applicable to "problem areas" which will ensure development densit- ies and capacities to forestall the premature expansion and extension of the Lino Lakes interceptor; and WHEREAS, at the request of the City, the Metropolitan Council staff has provided further definition of the expected plans and regulatory controls; and WHEREAS, the City of Lino Lakes is willing to provide the Metropcbditan Council plans and regulatory controls to coincide with the completion of the Lino Lakes interceptor; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes: I. The City will prepare and adopt plans and regulatory controls to protect metropol- itan and City of Lino Lakes investments in the Lino Lakes Interceptor. 2. The City will accomplish plan and regulatory control adoption by December 31, 1976. 3. The City will prepare and adopt plans and regulatory controls which address Met- ropolitan Council expectations in the following areas: a. The City will define an urban service area based on the capacity of the Lino Lakes Interceptor in the area served by the interceptor and will generally de- find methods of allocating interceptor capacity during the next fifteen years within this urban service area. The Lexington Park Lakeview area will also be definded as an urban service area based on allocation of capacity in the Blaine Interceptor. b. Outside of the urban service area the City will establish development density standards. These standards will apply on an interim basis while the City deve- lops and adpots a long term rural area growth management strategy through the municipal comprehensive planning process. c The City will amend its zoning ordinance to include a restrictive saoil prov- , inision. d. The City will define existing and potential septic tank problem areas and adopt approprtate offical controls to assure that development in such areas will not create additional or new pollution problems. e. If Minnesota Pollution Control Agency on -site sewage disposal installation and maintenance standards are promulgated by November 1976, the City will adopt an ordinance consistent with them. If MPCA regulations are not enacted by Novem- ber 1976, the City will add on -site disposal system maintenance provisions to the current City septic tank regulations which will be used until the MPCA re- gulations become law. In either case the City will adopt on -site sewage disposal provisions which will provide for the following: 1) Minimum standards for the installation of new systems. 2) Minimum standards and procedures for monitoring and maintaining new and existing disposal systems. 3) Methods of improving existing systems which need upgrading to meet the est- 110 June 28, 1976 ablished minimum standards. 4) Cooperate will Anoka County Comprehensive Health Board and the Rice Creek Watershed Board for groundwater quality monitoring in areas with septic tank systems. 5) Provide public information for on -site disposal systems operation and main - enance. 6) Positive support for City enforcement personnel to administer the above regulations. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded by Councilman Zelinka and upon vote being taken thereon, all Members present voted in favor therof. Whereupon the said Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Acting Mayor Zelinka reported for the absent Mayor. The letter of invitation issued by the VFW to attend the Flag Raising Cerominies on July 4, 1976 at the Anoka County Courthouse was read. There was discussion of the vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Board. Two men had been considered for that position. After some discussion, Mr. McLean moved to appoint Mr. Vernon Reinert to the fill that vacancy. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unan- imously. Mr. Reinert was welcomed by Mr. McLean and he told him all materials will be forwarded by the Clerk. Acting Mayor Zelinka presented a complaint that had been received by the Mayor. He asked if the other members had read the letter add they had. It was suggested this matter be turned over to the Chief and he was asked to answer this complaint. Acting Mayor Zelinka asked for a copy of the letter to be written by the Chief. Mr. Locher reported on the renewal applications for liquor licenses - 49 Club applications were in order with the expeption of the date - should read July 1, 1977; Shidon has no off sale for 3.2% beer, J.P. Litho - Lee's of Lino - ok Aragon - needs insurance and bonds for on sale Henry Speiser - 3.2% off sale - OK Mr. Locher questioned the on sale 3.2% license that had been issued to Luther's Sport Shop. Mr. Karth said that the Sport Shop had changed hands. The Clerk was instructed to contact the new owner for an application if he plans to continue the operation. Mr. Karth moved to approve the above licenses subject to the correction of the above items as noted by the Attorney. Seconded by Mr. McLean. 'Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Locher noted some changes in the law regarding applications for new or renewal of on -sale liquor licenses. There is a fee for the investigation of such applicants that ranges from $150.00 to $10,000.00 particularly if the applicant is out of State. There is also a new statue that requires the marking of Indian Burial Mounds. It was thought there is seven in this area and that they had been marked. Mr. Locher said he would have more information on these two items at a later meeting. 1 1 June 28, 1976 Under Old Business, the matter of the hook up charges for the residents of the Shen- andoah area was discussed. Mr. McLean moved to ask for recommendations from the Clerk's office and from Mr. Schneider for the next meeting. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Jaworski, from the audience, asked about the permit to park a truck on property unlicensed. This truck was to be moved to the rear of the building and covered. Nei- ther had been done. The permit expired on June 1, 1976 - what is going to be done? Mr. Locher suggested having the Clerk of Court put it on the calandar. He asked that Chief Myhre take some pictures and report to Mr. Locher. Mr. Jaworski also said that he had not received a copy of the information guide. He was told these had been mailed from Mr. Robert Burman's office. Mr. McLean moved to approve requisitions #682, 683 and 684. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Karth moved to approve checks #7126 through and including #7150, holding #7149 until funds are available. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McLean moved to approve payroll checks #3579 through and including #3605. Sec- onded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McLean moved to adjourn at 11:30 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Aye. Thes minutes were approved, with correction on -a /o;, /%7-7 CLERK /7 TREAS ER