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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/27/1976 Council Minutes1 1 1 September 27, 1976 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order at 8:05 P.M. by Mayor Bohjanen. Council members present; Karth, McLean, Schneider. Absent; Zelinka. Mr. Locher had called to say he would be late. Mr. Karth moved to approve the minutes of August 16, and August 23, 1976 as present- ed. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried unanimously, with Mayor Bohjanen ab- staining. Mr. Karth moved to approve the minutes of September 13, 1976 as presented. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried unanimously with Mr. McLean abstaining. Mr. Zelinka arrived. The Clerk presented the following items: ..Municipal fines in the amount of $342.50 had been received: ..August hauling charges in the amount of $1,121.00 had been recieved: ..3rd quarter State Aid in the amount of $20,703.59 had been received; ..A letter from the City of Shakopee presenting tftt City's position in relationship to the actions of the Metropolitan Council. All Council members have a copy of the Resolution. Mayor Bohjanen requested this Council pass a Resolution supporting the position of the City of Shakopee and that copies of this Resolution be mailed to Representative Neisen and Senator Milton. Mr. Zelinka so moved. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Myhre had received a letter of resignation from Mr. Paul Ewald. This resignat- ion was necessary since Mr. Ewald has taken a position as a Deputy Sheriff in Pine County. That Department had asked that he not continue as a part -time patrolman in Lino Lakes in order to avoid a conflict in work schedules. Mr. Zelinka reported this had been discussed at the Personnel Commission meeting held on September 24, 1976. Chief Myhre had recommended that Mr. Richard Wilbur, a former patrolman, be rehired to replace Mr. Ewald. Mr. Zelinka also reported that Mr. Ewald had handled his assignments in a very pro- fessional manner and moved to accept his resignation with regret and commend him for his very efficient work. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Zelinka moved to re- employ Mr. Richard Wilbur, providing the budget for the Police Department will absorb another man. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Charles Cape presented a report on the actions of the Lino Lakes Civil Defense Unit in conjunction with a Centerville fire drill at the Centerville School. He presented pictures showing the actions of the unit. Mr. Cape suggested using a portion of the Civil Defense funds for the purchase of radios for the Road Department. He will work out a budget and present it to the Council for consideration. The Clerk reported on a permit application received for the use of a well on the Cyril LaCasse farm for irrigation purposes. He would be pumping 25.2 million gallons of water. 142 September 27, 1976 Mr. McLean felt thisshould be check by Mr. Gotwald before any action by this Council. III He so moved. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. The hearing for the final plat of Kolstad's Air Park was called to order at 8:30 P.M. Mr. Kolstad presented the final layout of the air park. He said the air strip will set up as a corporation since each property owner will own a portion of the strip. Mr. McLean read the letters of approval from the State Aeronautical Department. Their suggestion of placing the streets on the outside of the plat had been taken care of by the developer. Also, the suggestion for the fence. This plat had received approval of the Planner, Engineer and the Rice Creek Watershed Board. There was discussion of cash to be received in lieu of land for Park purposes. This was suggested because of the size of the lots. Mayor Bohjanen asked if any one in the audience had any comments, either for or against this plat. One gentleman from the audience asked about the easements for the streets on the outer edge of the property - would part of this be taken from the adjoining property owners? Mr. Kolstad said he would prefer it that way. However, if this cannot be agreed upon, he will install the street two feet inside of his property line. He has contacted bodh NSP and Anoka Electric and the service lines will be brought in under ground. Mr. Hendrickson asked about night flights. Mr. Kolstad said at the present time there is no plans for night landings. If there are any changes in the future, those changes would have to be approved by the State and this community. Mr. Kolstad was asked the size of the planes that will be using this strip and he said light twin engine planes. Mr. Kolstad said this is a restricted air strip and only property owners would be allowed to use it. Mr. Zelinka asked about entry by Police and Firemen. Mr. Kol- stad said any licensed strip is open to public officials. Mr. McLean said there are several areas for consideration; 1) unrestricted access for Law enforcement, Fire personnel and Public Utility officials; 2) Money in lieu of land - when? Mr. Kolstad suggested appraise the value of eight acres at this time and I /16th be paid each time a lot is sold and title is transferred; 3) streets on the outside of the plat to have 24' surface and 18' boulevards with signs per Minn- esota Uniform Traffic Signs and curbs on both sides of the street. Mr. Kolstad asked about street names. He was told this is his choice with Council approval. Mr. Karth also asked that "low flying aircraft" be placed at either end of the dev- elopment on 4th Avenue. Mr. Zelinka suggested that since there will be mixed buildings, some uniform code as to set backs should be established. Mr. McLean said there is a minimum set back in Ordinance #56 but nothing on maximum set back. Mr. Kolstad said these stipulations will be built onto the deed covenant. 1 Mr. McLean moved to accept the final plat for Kolstad's Air Park with all recommendat- ions of the Planner, Engineer, Rice Creek Watershed Board and the State Aeronautical Commission followed also the recommendations on 1) money in lieu of land for Parks; 1 1 1 September 27, 1976 2) streets to have 24' surfaces with 18' boulevards with curbs on both sides; 3) legal access for law and utility personnel and 4) two signs 'Low Flying Aircraft' on 4th Avenue. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Karth moved to close the hearing at 9:25 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Karth felt there should be some sort of a simple contract written between the City and Mr. Schwankl in conjunction with the City's leasing of the road grader. Mr. Locher will be here later - it was suggested he ask the Attorney. Mr. McLean presented a request for a variance to split a parcel of land which had been revieed by the Planing and Zoning Board and had been refused. This request had been reconsidered at the last Planning and Zoning Board. Mr. McLean wondered a- bout the time that must expire before a request can be resubmitted. Applications for re- zoning must wait one year - he asked for research on the time for re- applications on variances. This application had been submitted by Mr. Emmitt Liebel to split his land into two parcels and his son, Mr. Larry Liebel would build. This was re- submitted on a hard- ship basis. Mr. Zelinka asked if the consideration of making the existing home into a duplex had been considered and Mr. Leibel said, Yes, this had been the first consideration. Financing for the expansion of a 26 year old home is not available. The cost is more than a down payment on a new home. Mayor Bohjanen said he had been contacted and felt there should be no problem with a split in that area and this should be allowed. Mr. Zelinka said he had checked the area and could see no problems with the split. The Planning and Zoning Board had recommended this spit be allowed on a hardship basis and not intended to set a precedent. Mr. Zelinka moved to approve the Plann- ing Zoning Board's recommendations. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. The hearing for the final plat for Colonial Woods was called to order at 9:30 P.M. Mr. McLean read the letters from the Planner and Engineer. A letter from the Rice Creek Watershed Board is in the mail. There was a question on the extension of 62nd Avenue to the junction of the beginn- ing of this plat. Mr. Edmundson felt this already has an easement, if not, then it would become necessary that he acquire this land for a street. It had also been recommended that cash in lieu of and be accepted for Park purposes in this plat. Mr. Edmundson preferred to pay this in one lump sum placed on the market value at this time. He said he would pay this money by the 1st of the year. Mayor Bohjanen asked if there was anyone in the audience who had comments, either for or against this plat. There was nons-. Mr. McLean moved to approve this plat as presented with the stipulation that the nec- essary land on 62nd either be acquired or by the use of existing easements be const- ructed per City specifications, the interior streets be installed per City specificat- ions, money in lieu of land for parks (this to be paid by Jan. 1, 1977), the acreage i September 27, 1976 value to be determined by the Assessor, and Street names and numbers to be reviewed by Mr. Kelling. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Zelinka moved to close the hearing on Colonial Woods at 10:00 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Dean McGowan, Insurance Agent, presented the Council with more detailed inform- ation on the Errors and Ommission coverage for Council members. The premium for one year is $670.00 with a three year policy available for $1808.00. This insurance covers the Board members against all manner of lawsuits. This would also cover em- ployees acting for Council members. Mr. McGowan also recommended the Council members be covered under Workman's Compensation. In conjunction with this coverage, Mr. McLean asked if a Council member were riding in one of the City Patrol cars, what coverage would he have? Mr. McGowan said, basically none, unless it could be proven the Patrolman had been negligent. Mr. Karth asked if this would have any effect on the present coverage each member might have and Mr. McGowan said, None. Mr. Zelinka moved to authorize Workman's Compensation for Council members - premium approximately $100.00 per year. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously Mr. McLean moved to lay over for budget consideration the Errors and Ommission cov- erage. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried. Mr. Zelinka asked the cost for individuals to purchase this coverage and Mr. McGowan said he would have to research this. Mr. Locher arrived at 10:30 P.M. Mr. Schneider felt this is important and should be considered at this time. Mr. McLean felt he would prefer to see how this will fit into the budget. After some discussion, it was held for discisi_,n at the budget meetings. Mr. McGowan had researched Hospital coverage for the employees. He gave some cost figures and briefly discussed the coverage. Mr. Karth asked if copies could be had for study and Mr. McGowan said he would get copies to the members. Mr. McLean returned to the Planning and Zoning Board recommendations. Mr. Nadeau had presented a preliminary plat for East Birch Addition. This had not been re- viewed by the Planner, Engineer, Rice Creek Watershed Board, County Highway Depart- ment or County Surveyor. The Planning and Zoning had recommended approval of the pre- liminary plat. Mr. McLean questioned the money in lieu of land for parks and Mr. Nad- eau said the money would be paid within 30 days of transfer of title on the lots. This would be 10% of the valuation. Mr. McLean moved to approve the preliminary plat and set a public hearing for the final plat on October 12, 1976 at 8:30 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mike Johnson had requested a permit for the installation of a 60' CB antenna. He has the approval of the building inspector on the construction and his immediate nei- 1 1 1 145 September 27, 1976 ghbors had given their consent. The Planning and Zoning Board had recommended approval of this request. Mr. McLean so moved. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimous - ly.. Mr. Mike Kelly had asked permission to remove the excess soil accumulated in the pro- cess of excavating for a duck pond on his property. A portion of the soil had been used around a new home he is constructing. But the remaining soil is of no use to him. This is an excess created by a project and the Planning and Zoning Board did not feel this fell under the classification of mining and recommended allowing the excess soil to be removed. Mr. Zelinka so moved. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Chancy LeVessuer had presented a request to split his land into two parcels. This would leave two parcels of less than the required 22 acres, however, each par- cel would have a front footage of over 190'. The Planning and Zoning Board h,--d re- commended approval of this split providing the land is split into two equal parts beginning in the center of lot line on the North and ending at the apex on the South. Mr. Karth so moved. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Three sign permits had been considered, #'s 29, 127 & 128. These signs have been inspected and approved by the Building Inspector. The Planning and Zoning Board had recommended approval. Mr. Karth so moved. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McLean said two other applications had been held and will be discussed at the October meeting. Mr. McLean reminded the Council there will be a special Planning and Zoning Board meeting on September 29, 1976 for work on the Metropolitan Requirement in conjunction with the interceptor. Mr. Roy Stanley and Mr. Roger Kolstad presented their preliminary plat for Sunset Oaks. There are three areas suggested for neighborhood parks. Discussion of these areas and the fact they are less than the required 10 %, introduced a suggestion that the devel- oper complete these areas and turn them over tothe City as completed parks. There was discussion as to when the Prks would be developed - as the area is developed? Whebr it is completed? Mr. Schneider suggested that when 4 of the land is developed, onepark be completed to City specifications and turned over to the City. Mr. Stanley agreed.- dependent upon the City's specifications. It was generally felt this could be worked out between the developer, Park Board and City Council. Mr. McLean reported the Planning and Zoning Board had given approval of the preliminary plat. Mr. McLean moved to approve the preliminary plat subject to the recommendations of the Planner, Engineer and Rice Creek Watershed Board reports; also a solution on the Parks by the Park Board, as to location, size, and specifications for development. To include deed restrictions on easements, and set the final hearing on the plat for October 12, 1976 at 9:30 P.M. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider reported on the Park Board. He presented the Council with a list of guidelines for the Park operations this coming hockey season. This is shifting the basic responsibility to the Athletic Associations for flooding and maintaining the rinks. Mr. McLean asked about adult supervision - when would this be? Mr. Schneider said this 146 September 27, 1976 point is open as yet. Mr. Schneider moved to accept this list of recommendations. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider said the plans for the installation of an area in the garage to be used for a warming house had been submitted to Mr. Mobley for an estimate. The Park Board had met on the eighteenth but had not quorum. Mr. Schneider asked to have the budget hearing scheduled on September 29th continued until October 6, 1976. The Council agreed. Mr. Schneider moved to authorize the Clerk to write to the Anoka County auditor and request a 30 day extension for certifying the budget. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider presented a list of reports that should be required and at which Council meeting they should be presented. After some discussion, Mr. Schneider moved to re- quire these reports with related departments to get copies with detail cash flow. Seconded by Mr. Zelinka. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider had checked on another copy machine - Minolta - cost; $2500.00 with a one year warranty. This machine can be leased for $90.00 per month with this amount to apply to the purchase price. Mr. Schneider moved to lease this copy machine for three months from the D.C. Hey Company for $90.00 per month. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider reported that he had met with the MMTC and there are other meetings scheduled - he will have more to report later. Mr. Locher said that he had tried to reach Mr. Kronholm on the $50,000 CD but as of this date had not been able to contact him. He will keep trying. Mr. Karth asked Mr. Locher to draw up a simple agreement with Mr. Schwankl on the lease of the road grader. Mr. Locher said he would take care of it. Mayor Bohjanen asked Mr. Locher if he had any information as to why the off sale liquor stores are being required to close at 8:00 P.M.? Mr. Locher said he would check with the liquor control commission. Chief Myhre said that at school crossings the posted speed limit may be ten miles per hour lower than the normal posted limit. He asked the Council to contact the Anoka County Highway Department and ask this be done at the Lino School and on Sunset near the Centennial School. The Clerk was instructed to write the letter of request. Mr. McLean moved to approve requisitions #702 through and including #708. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider moved to approve checks #7332 through and including #7360. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider moved to approve payroll checks #3705 through and including #3742. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McLean moved to adjourn at 12:15 A.M. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Aye. 4 /2/9 74 These minutes were approved, with correction on CLERK - TREASURER