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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/22/1976 Council Minutesr 1 1 November 22, 1976 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes City Council was called to order on November 22, 1976 at 8:05 P.M. by Mayor Bohjanen. Council members present; Karth, Schneider, McLean. Absent; Zelinka due to illmess. Mr. Locher was also present. On considering the minutes of the November 8, 1976 public hearing on the sewers for LaMotte Drive, Mayor Bohjanen said the Mr. Santo had called him to voice his objections to that project. Mayor Bohjanen had explained the action taken and why. Mr. Schneider moved to approve the minutes of the public hearing as presented. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried with Mr. Karth abstaining. Mr. McLean moved to approve the minutes of the regular Council meeting held on November 8, 1976 as presented. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried with Mr. Karth ab- staining. The Clerk presented the following items for Council consideration: ..The Metropolitan Waste Control Commission has sent renewal forms for the contract under which the City is paid to haul the sewage from Country Lakes. This renewal would be undertke same terms as the one now in effect. Mr. McLean questioned the level of pay - he wondered if it should remain at the same level. It was felt the interceptor should be finished sometime early in 1977 and this contract should only be in effect for a few months. Mr. McLean moved to approve this contract. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. o Motion carried unanimously. ..Lexington Fire Department report for the month of October had been received - all members have a copy. ..The application for membership in the League of Minnesota Cities was discussed. The Clerk was instructed to put this matter on the agenda for December 27, 1976. ..$988.00 had been received for sewage hauling for the month of October; ..$437.50 for municipal fines for the month of October. ..An Insurance Binder for coverage on the road grader had been received. Mr. Locher checked the coverage and would only question the $2,000.00 value placed on the mach- ine. Mr. Karth will check with Mr. Volk and Mr. McGowan on this figure. ..A letter from the Metropolitan Council with a questionaire on housing in this area was referred to the Planning Zoning to be discussed at the special meeting scheduled for December 1, 1976. ..A letter from Lexington with a rider for the Fire Contract approving the payments for July and December was read. The Clerk felt the Fire Contracts for Lexington and Centerville had not been approved by the Council. These are to be put on the agenda for December 13, 1976. ..Two applications for the Local Public Works Capital Development and Investment rogram were forwarded from the Metropolitan Council. One is for remodeling of the City Hall and Construction of a Civic Center from Forest Lake and the other for the construction of a City Hall and Community Center for Circle Pines. The Public Hearing for the plat Sunset Oaks was called to order at 8:35 P.M. Mr. Lo- cher presented the affadivates of publication. This hearing had been continued due to an error in the legal description. 180 November 22, 1976 Mr. McLean presented the recommendations of Mr. Gotwald dated October 6, 1976. Mr.Schn- eider read the recommendations from the Park Board. He asked who is responsible for determining the value of the land to be donated for Park purposes? Mr. McLean said this is done by the Council in conjunction with the developer. This plat proposed less than 10% of the total acreage for Park purposes with the money to be used for the development of the proposed park areas. This is a combination of land and money proposal. Mr. Kolstad had a letter from the Rice Creek Watershed Board dated Nov. 4, 1976. This was read. Mr. McLean suggested dealing with the Park problem as an open end type of th- ing. Mr. Locher reminded Mr. Stanley this plat must go the the County Surveyor for final work before presenting a hard shell for signatures. Mr. McLean asked Mr. Locher if there were any other points that should be covered. Mr. Locher said on the Parks, the money could be put in escrow. Mr. Karth suggested concurring with the method suggested by the Park Board. Mr. McLean moved to approved the Sunset Oaks Plat as presented with the following st- ipulations; drawing and legal description checked by the Attorney, conform to the lot restrictions as outlined by the Rice Creek Watershed Board in their letter dated Nov. r, 1976, conform to the recommendations of the City Engineer in his letter dated Oct. 6, 1976 in reference to street grades, plans and drainage, conform to the recommend- ations of the City Planner in his letter dated Sept. 23, 1976, subject to approval of the An oka County Surveyor. Mr. Schneider added there be three parks according to Ordinance 21B, with the escrow to be established within 60 days, this escrow to equal 10% of market value as assessed, two parks to be completed as tot lots and the northern most park to include a baseball field. Mr. McLean accepted the addition. Mr. Schneider seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Karth moved to have Mr. Kelling compute the market value on the land. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Karth moved to close the hearing at 9:25 P.M. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. The Clerk's report was continued. A petition from the residents of the 8200 block of Lake Drive and the residents of Pine Vista asking the City Council to prohibit the construction of a snowmobile and mini - bike repair shop by Darwin Heyd at 8235 Lake Drive. Mr. Locher said that Ordinance 6 requires a 300' frontage for a commercial use in a residential area unless there is a special use permit. Mr. McLean moved this petition be entered in the minutes and the petition be kept on file in the event of a building permit application. The matter could be dealt with at that time. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. The Rice Creek Watershed Board had sent notice of the approval of two permit applicat- ions for the installation of irrigation wells to be installed on the East side of the City. Mayor Bohjanen said he was concerned on the number of this type of wells that is being. November 22, 1976 IIIinstalled. Mr. McLean agreed. He felt the Rice Creek Watershed Board should be quest- ioned as to their plans for controlling these wells and dealing with the potential pro - blems of individual wells drying up. The Clerk was instructed to write to the Rice Creek Watershed Board for their answer to these questions. There is a continuing education seminar scheduled for assessors in Willmar on Dec. 7, and 8th. The Clerk reported this 1.3 Continuing Education Units will fill her require- ments to retain her certification for three years. If the Council feels she should retain her certification, then she would like to attend this seminar, if not, then there is no need. Mr. McLean moved to authorize the Clerk to attend the two day classes in Willmar and the City to pay her expenses. Seconded by Mayor Bohjanen. Motion carried unanimously. The Clerk presented the financial report of which all members have a copy. She recomm- ended the insurance premium to the Forest Lake Agency and the final audit from the James Ray Insurance Agency be paid. Mr. Schneider so moved. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Karth reported the salt and fly ash is hereand mixed. Mr. Volk had saved about $2.00 per ton. Mr. Karth reported that West Shadow Lake Drive is almost completed and it is a big improvement. Mr. Karth said that instead of putting a rebuilt transmission in the patrol car, a used one had been purchased and installed. About $250.00 had been saved. Mr. Schneider asked if Mr. Karth was working o;; a better reporting form and Mr. Karth said that he was. Mayor Bohjanen asked that his appreciation for the painting and repair of the flag pole be conveyed to Mr. Volk. The pole has been painted and new pulley and rope put on. Mr. Karth reported the City has the use of a dozer for the winter just for storing the machine. Mr. Locher said to be sure the City is named with the insurance carrier. Mr. McLean reported on the Planning and Zoning Board meeting held on November 17, 1976. Mr. Welsch who ones Lot 2, Block 2, in Nordin Manor had appeared before the Board seek- ing information as to the installation of the streets in that area so he can obtain a building permit. Mr. Welsch was under the impression that since his property is located within an accepted plat, the City would be responsible for the installation of the streets. Mr. Welsch was told, that if the City installed the streets. Mr. Welsch was told, that if the City installed the streets, the costs would be assessed to the benefiting property owners. There is also the problem of having only a 33' easement for the street. It would be necessary for an additional 33' to be obtained from the property owner to the North. Mr. McLean asked if there would be other people involved in building and Mr. Welsch said, possibly. Mr. McLean suggested that he present a petition for the install- ation of the streets. Mr. Welsch said he would do some further checking and return. IIIMrs. Butters, who had been before the Board earlier this year, returned with a plan for the installation of a cul -de -sac at the end of Marshan Lane. This would make the parcel of land open for a bulding permit. She presented a sketch and the footage was checked. The Planning and Zoning Board had recommended approval of this. Mr. McLean moved to Li___approve this making tract B acceptable as a bulding site upon the pwner providing an accepted nd deeded road extension and a 100' cul -de -sac complying with the City Ord- November 22, 1976 inance 21, Sec. 10, with the City Engineer's approval, with 150' frontage on the said road extension to be completed without black top this Fall with a bond or money in escrow to be established for finishing in 1977, the amount to be set by the Engineer. Seconded by Mr. Schneider. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McLean reported that Mr. Volk and Mr. Mobley have responded to the complaint dir- ected against the Molin Concrete Plant. Mr. Gourley will talk to the man who complained and explain what is being done. Mr. Paul Albrect, of White Bear Lake, had presented a preliminary plat for land located in the SouthEast section of the City. A letter from the Engineer and the Planner sett- ing forth some recommendations had been received. This plat must be considered by the Rice Creek Watershed Board and a copy of the plat has been sent for their consideration. Mr. Albrecht does not have the soil borings completed as yet. Mr. McLean questioned Mr. Locher on the procedure for handling this plat. Mr. Locher said that more data would be needed before approval. He felt Mr. Albrecht should be encouraged to continue. Mr. Locher felt this could be approved as a preliminary concept. Mr. McLean moved to accept this preliminary concept subject to the recommendations of the Planner and Engineer, with more data to be received and the recommendations be sat- isfied. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bruce Borden, represented by Mr. Blackbird, presented the Board with a proposed new business to be located in the old City Hall building on Lake Drive. Mr. Borden manufactures insulation from news print. He plans the construction of several pole type buildings with concrete floors since this paper must be kept free of moisture. He plans to purchase several acres to the East for the construction of these buildings. Mr. Blackbird asked what was necessary for the use of this land and was told to submit an application for rezoning. Mr. Blackbird said he would pick up the forms at the Clerk's office. Mr. Blackbird also asked what he had to do to get a bulding permit on land located at the end of 79th street? The Board suggested that a cul -de -sac be installed within the property which would give the parcel of land 150' frontage on a street. Mr. Karth said the survey on this land had been done in 1964, would it not be grand - fathered in under the new ordinance? Mr. McLean said this is just a survey, not a re- gistered plat. Mr. Blackbird said he would think about it. Mr. Glenn Rehbein appeared asking for information for the use of an easement 33' wide to gain access to lands he owns bordering 1 35 W just west of the Skelly Station. The general consensus of the Planning and Zoning Board was Mr. Rehbein should attempt to get an additional 33' easement for a regular street into the property. There is a land- locked parcel along this easement and it was suggested perhaps a trade could be worked out. Mr. Rehbein said he would see what could be done. Mr. McLean presented the Planning and Zoning Board with a report on the progress report on the Chain of Lakes Park. A booklet has been prepared and will be presented to the Anoka County Commissioners. The Anoka County Park Board plans an official presentation to the communities involved in this Park sometime in January. Mr. Mc Lean will keep this Board informed. Mr. Schneider reported on the meeting of the Park Board held on November 15, 1976. Both hockey associations had been represented at the meeting and the flooding of the rinks had been discussed. Also, the rental of a trailer to be used as a warming house here at the Hall rink. The cost is $90.00 per month and does not have bathroom facilities. 1 1 November 22, 1976 IIIThere was some discussion as to who is responsible for injuries on the rink. It was felt the City is covered by the liability insurance but the Associations should also provide coverage. Mr. McLean moved to authorize the rental of the trailer unit for three months subject to supervision being provided by the Association. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carr- ied unanimously. Mr. Schneider reported that he had talked to Mr. Anfinson and he will be in the offices sometime around the later part of November or the first of December. Also, the letter of authorization should be signed and returned. Mr. Schneider said there are two alter- natives but he felt this year the audit should be done as in past years. Mr. Schneider moved to authorize the audit procedure Number 1, the letter to be signed and returned to Mr. Anfinson. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider said he had attended a meeting at the MMTC on November 13, 1976 that had been concerned mostly with the remodeling of the facility and the handling of juveniles. There wi I I be more later. Mr. Locher had checked the legal descriptions on the Huber variances and said they were in order. Mr. Locher said he had had a call from Mr. Kronholm and the check for the assessments would be ready this coming week. However, Mr. Kronholm felt the real estate assessment is too high and he would like to take Mr. Kelling with him when he goes to see Mr. Kron- holm. Mr. McLean so moved. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Locher reported the unemployment payments for Mrs. Oman had been approved by the Un- enployment service due to the fact she had left here to go to a higher paying job. Mr. Locher said the City could appeal this decision but he was unsure of the outcome. He felt this matter should be brought to the attention of the State legislature. Mr. Karth said there is a meeting in Blaine on this subject sometime this coming week. Mr. McLean asked what the next move should be and Mr. Locher said there is one more appelate to appeal. Mr. McLean felt it should be determined what percentage of this unemployment compensation is the responsibility of the City and at hat point this will cost more to appeal than to pay. Mr. Locher felt this could very well go against the City since the decision to pay has already been determined in Mrs. Oman's favor twice. Mr. Schneider moved to follow through on this matter and poll the Council by phone. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Locher reported on the meeting with the mediator on the Union matter. He said both sides had presented proposals - the mediator will consider them and get back to Mr. Locher. He had hoped to hear from them before this meeting, but had not. Mr. McLean asked if the City's offer was in the area of the union demands and Mr. Locher said, Yes, with the exception of the holidays. IIIMr. Schneider asked if the mediator was aware of the fact this department must remain within the budgeted amount and Mr. Locher said, Yes. It was pointed out that if the increase is over the budget and the City cannot afford the demands, services will be cut in the Police Department or other City services will have to be curtailed or possibly both. 184 November 22, 1976 Mayor Bohjanen said the City had split the difference on the Union demands in the areas of insurance and possibly one more holiday. However, the $10.00 per month salary in- rease for the Police Clerk had remained the City's offer. Mr. Peter Scherer was in the audience and asked if the City had changed their policy on the dischage of firearms within the City limits and Mr. Locher said, No. Mr. Scherer said a deer had been shot on his property and only wounded. The Police Officer called had advised the hunter to go home and get more slugs and kill the deer. This was told to Mr. Scherer by his wife. He also said the sign on County Road J and 84 is gone and should be replaced. Mr. McLean said the signs are misleading in the way they are worded and all should be replaced. Mr. Scherer said he is in the process of circulating a petition to ban hunting in that area. He felt the area is too populated to allow any shooting at all. Mayor Bohjanen said he will contact the Police Department and talk, to Chief Myhre about this. Mr. Schneider said he would have to hear the other side before he made any comment. Mr. Scherer asked if the Council would act on a petition if it is presented with suff- icient signatures? Mr. Karth said if a citizen brings in such a petition the Council must act on it. Mayor Bohjanen reminded the members of the public hearing on the Lakeview area petition III continued to December 2, 1976. He felt that some extra chairs could be borrowed from the VFW. He will contact them. Mr. Schneider felt the idea of getting water from Circle Pines should be explored and said he planned to attend a meeting in Circle Pines. Mayor Bohjanen felt this is another subject and he disagreed, but would not oppose Mr. Schneider. Mr. McLean moved to approve requisitions #717, & 719, holding #718. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Schneider moved to approve checks #7467 through and including #7474. Seconded by Mr. McLean. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McLean moved to adjourn at 12:00 midnight. Seconded by Mr. Karth. Aye. ge■al- / 3, r 4 7 ( These m.nutes were approved, with correction on CLERK - TREASURER