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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/13/1970 Council Minutes1 1 9 SEPTEMBER 1970 PAYRcLL CONTINUED; 1225 Richard S. Hauer $100.00 1226 William G. Anderson 100.00 1227 Lena Billik 50.00 1228 Chancy E. LeVesseur 25.00 1229 Imogene Secretan 154.65 1230 Kay P. Olson 19.39 1231 VOID 1232 Clifford A. Hagen 76.00 1233 John R. Juleen 108.00 1234 Roy H. Backlin 882.00 1235 Robert A. Lundgren 356.40 1236 Virgil M. Beecher 45.90 1237 Jerome Rosengren 45.90 1238 Gunder B. Gunderson 143.10 (ELECTION JUDGES) 1239 Phyllis A. Blaylock 35.25 1240 Mary M. Crandall 35.25 1241 Joyce K. Dufresne 35.25 1242 Jean L. Krube 35.25 1243 Agnes C. LaMotte 35.25 1244 Agnes M. LeTendre 35.25 1245 Signe M. Miller 35.25 1246 Dorothea Schmidt 32.31 1247 .Erma Grygelko 8.22 1248 Lynn D. Hansen 8.22 1249 Ellen E. Hawkins 8.22 1250 William Houle 8.22 1251 Ursuline Lichtscheidl 8.22 1252 Anita Nadeau 8.22 1253 Norma Nadeau 8.22 1254 Lucy Tauer 8.22 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Village Council held on October 13, 1970 was called to order by Mayor L'Allier with all members present at 8:09 p.m. Ur. Bohjanen moved to accept the minutes of the regular September 14th meeting as submitted. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Jaworski moved to accept the minutes of the canvassing meeting held on Sept. 16 as written. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. )Lotion carried with Mr. L'Allier abstaining as he had been absent. The minutes of the budget meetings on Sept. 23 and 24th were presented for approval. Mr. Bohjanen inquired whether any information had been obtained from the Metro Sewer Board. Mr. Gotwald stated that it had been difficult to get hold of the Board members but that he had spoken with Mr. Morris Dorton of the Metro Sewer Board and that a meeting had been set for 10 a.m. on Thursday at the Board headquarters. Mr. Gotwald stated. that Joe Cook, our representative on the Board had felt that we would make no headway; also since the Sewer Board had a budget to meet it didn't seem fair to them that we might postpone our payment. Mr. L'Allier felt that we might tentatively approve the budget as it is, that we hold the report to the County Auditor until Friday; if the payment on the Metro Sewer can be held back for one year, then the $25,000 can be eliminated from the 1971 budget. This would mean an increase in the budget of 10-12% over 1970 with- out the sewer assessment. Mr. Bohjanen felt that the budget, outside of the sewer assessment, should be trimmed down to 60.8 mills and allow only an excess for the new building. If the sewer assessment must be made for 1971, then the budget must be brought down by $25,000. He felt that money could be obtained through such items,as the 10% park land donation being taken in cash value. Mr. L'Allier noted that the school district's assessment would increase as much as the Village assessment; our percentage of the total mill rate would be no more than it was last year. Mr. Bohjanen stated that we should hold one more meeting on the budget, other communities were doing the same thing and we need more time to study the sewer assessment. Mr. Gotwald recommended postponing the certification to the Auditor. There was further discussion. Mr. Jaworski moved to set a budget meeting for 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 17; however this would not be necessary if we can eliminate the $25,000 sewer assess- ment; in this case the Clerk would be authorized to submit the budget as previously determined. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. Mr. Rosengren moved to accept the minutes of the September 23 budget meeting as corrected. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen moved to accept the minutes of the September 24th budget meeting as written. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen moved to accept the minutes of the September 28 regular meeting as corrected. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. Mr. Bohjanen moved that the minutes of the informal policing meetings held on September 14 and 28 be placed in the minutes book with a notation that they were so placed for informative purposes only. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. The Clerk reported that Mrs. Ruth Freeman had made an additional request concerning the name of her establishment; namely, that she wished the name changed durther from Ruth's Bottle Shop to Freemans' Bottle Shop. Mr. Cardinal made a motion, seconded by Mr. Jtworski,,to allow the change to be made on the off sale liquor license. Motion carried unanimously. The Clerk reported' that plans had been submitted in accordance with Ord. 21C by El Rehbein and Son for their proposed apartment complex. Copies of the plans had been sent to the Engineer and the Planner for presentation at the next Planning & Zoning meeting. Mr. Cardinal reported on the progress of the Planning & Zoning subcommittee studying comprehensive zoning classifications for proposed use in Lino Lakes. He expected that the subcommittee would have a draft ready for the P&Z meting in November and a final draft for the Council in December. There was some discussion. Mr. Jaworski had nothing to report on at this time. 1 1 1 lLr. Bohjanen reported that they had had another Community & Business Development Commission meeting and that the buttons were here. He wished to know whether the date of November 21st was okay for the opening celebration. I(r. Gotwald felt that the building would be 100% complete in 5 to 6 weeks. W. Bohjanen moved to set November 21st as the opening date for the new Village Hall. He felt that the celebration could be held at no cost to the Village as money had been coming in very well. Mr. Bohjanen stated that he still needed to check with the Attorney on the beer permit and the necessary insurance. He mentioned some of the interesting events which are scheduled such as helicopter rides. Mr. L'Allier seconded the motion to set the opening date for November 21. Carried unanimously. Itr. Lee Smith stated that since he was involved in development of the Village, he would like to contribute, at no cost for the Village, a bronze plaque containing the opening date to be incorporated into the building. Mr. Gotwald suggested that it be attached outside, under the canopy, that a spot could be left for this with lag bolts placed through the wall. lir. Bohjanen thought this should be discussed at the next Community & Business Development Commission meeting --they will give )Lr. Gotwald the details. W. Bohjanen stated that the VFW has bought the flag to be donated to the Village, and that a larger pole with a 4 -5" base would be necessary. A 45 -50' pole will cost about $100. There was discussion on the location of the lights which can be installed any time. Mr._.Rosengren reported that the road crew was working on the East County Line north of 80th. Mr. Backlin had obtained about 1200 yards of fill free for the hauling; the work was expected to be done in a week or two. Mr. Rosengren stated that they were still working on 77th east of Hwy 8. Mr. Rosengren also stated that the Village of Circle Pines had put out bids for a truck for snowplowing. After considerable checking he had found our old truck to be worth about $1,000. He mentioned that if we keep that truck it will need some work; he felt that we need a new truck to handle all the work connected with our snowplowing, whereas Circle Pines only has 2 square miles to take care of. There was discussion on the specs for a new truck, etc. Mr. Cardinal moved to submit a bid to Circle Pines on the 1960 Ford truck, M750 with snowplow and wing in present condition for the price of $1,000. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. )&r. Bohjanen moved to authorize the Engineer, the Attorney and Mr. Rosengren to work up specifications for a 1968 truck and to write the wording for separate bids for the truck and plow and wing within the next week and to advertize for bids as soon as the specs are submitted by Mr. Gotwald. The bids are to be opened within 10 days after advertizing at the Hall by the Clerk and the Engineer with the results to be brought to the next Council meeting (hopefully by the first meeting in November). Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. After further discussion, Mr. L'Allier moved to authorize the Engineer, Attorney and Mr. Rosengren to proceed with specifications on a 1970 truck if the 1968 truck should be sold; these specs and bids are to be dealt with as above with the same time intervals and dates. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. 2 Mr. Rosengren mentioned that he had previously received one specification from Ludwig on a well with a submerged tank and that he had received a subsequent specification from him on a well with an above - ground tank. There was a difference of about $25.00 in the two bids with the lower one being for the above- ground tank. lr. Gotwald noted that he had been previously authorized to write specs for the well; they were waiting for State approval to advertize for bids. Mr. Rosengren reminded the Clerk of the letter to be written to Ramsey County on the speed limit on County Rd. J. Mr. Rosengren mentioned that a letter had been received from the County Highway Dept. asking for written notice on which roads we would like them to perform snowplowing services. Mr. Rosengren moved that a letter be sent to the County Highway Dept. asking them to do snowplowing on 64th Street both east and west of 135E as well as Otter Lake Road (Hansen's Road). Seconded by }tr. Bohjanen. Carried unanimously. After some discussion on things concerning the new building which must be decided, it was agreed that a Building'Committee meeting should be held; Mr. Rosengren will let the Clerk know what date is set. It was decided that, if possible, we should try to stay within the )Linneapolis phone system rather than go to Forest Lake. Mr. Cardinal moved-to authorize the installation of a 5 line cable into the new building. However, if the NW Bell engineer makes a different recommendation, NW' Bell should come back for approval before proceeding with installation. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. Mr. Backlin suggested that an additional electric line be run to the northwest corner of the new building for service to the gas pump and tank; it would be cheaper to have this done while the electrician is doing the work rather than after the building is finished. This will be taken up at the Building Committee meet -' ing. The Clerk stated that the order for gas service had been signed.' Mr. Gotwald suggested that the Road Department be authorized to proceed to blade the parking lot area before freeze -up, following the removal of construction equipment, in order to drain the land for spring work. atr. Cardinal moved to authorize the Road Dept. to proceed with blading work on the east side of the new building as above. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Carried unanimously. Mr. Jaworski inquired what condition 74th Avenue was in; Mr. Backlin stated that after the rains, none of the gravel roads were any good; 74th had been bladed prior to the rain. Mr. Jaworski mentioned that he had received complaints about the entry road onto 64th from the west service road of 135E. It was noted that the County Engineer, Mr. Lundheim, had been notified of the condition of this road but nothing had been done. Mr. Jaworski moved to send a letter to the Anoka County Highway Dept. to repair this piece of road, also to authorize the Engineer to contact the County Highway Dept. regarding same. Seconded by Mr. Bohjanen. Carried unanimously. 1 Mr. L'Allier stated that he had received correspondence on the "no burning ordinance" required by the Pollution Control Agency. The Clerk will make copies of this for the Council as well as obtain copies of the "no burning ;ordinances" adopted by Blaine, Columbia Heights, and Coon Rapids. Mr. Charles Cape, Civil Defense Director, reported on the emergency plan which had been drafted for Lino Lakes and which had been submitted as a portion of work for his certification. A copy of the plan was left for the file. Mr. Cape read the headings, mentioning that a change in the area for this district would be effected shortly. )&r. Cape stressed the point that in case of an emergency or natural disaster, records of monies spent towards this must be kept if reimbursement from Federal funds is expected. 1 1 1 Mr. L'Allier asked the Clerk to make copies of the plan for each of the Council members. He thanked Mr. Cape for his report, mentioning again the distinction of having an active Civil Defense unit with a certified director. Hearing notices from the State were read, with the Clerk to make copies of the notice regarding rules and regulations of the State Building Code relating to Mobile Homes and Prefabricated Construction. Gotwald reported that he had received a copy of a letter sent to the Conservation Dept. from U. S. Lakes Development concerning the water level in Reshanau Lake., The figures showed that the lake was now 2 -1/2" higher than last fall and is only 1 inch below normal (when the water will start flowing into Rice Creed). Mr. - L'Allier inquired whether the weeds in the lake bed had been sprayed. Mr. Gotwald stated that it looks like they were since the weeds were gone in comparison to what they had been. He was pleased that the water level had varied only a few inches within the past year. Mr. Gotwald felt that an informal meeting with the Fiscal Agent and the Attorney concerning the sewer and water systems for U. S. Lakes should be held. It seems there is some public confusion concerning the assessment for these systems. lLr. Gotwald stated that the lateral system will not change; when the-temporary plant is phased out the lateral system will feed directly into the interceptor. He mentioned that credits for the temporary system will be given by the Metro Sewer Board or they may take over the plant and the pond. The residents in the Jandric project will s pay twice for the sewer system. Even though it may cost a little more, they will have the first sewer in Lino Lakes. Crystal Ahlman asked if the $650,000 estimated cost for the sewer in the Jandric rpoject would be raised by means of a bond and was told that the $650,000 was for both sewer and water, and yes that this would be bonded. Crystal asked what collateral there was for repayment of this amount of money, stating that Jandric was in financial straits. When asked, Crystal stated that Charles Weaver, Attorney from Anoka, had stated that Jandric is going defunct. This would be a debt on the Village if such is the case. Mr. L'Allier noted that they had a nice golf course; Crystal stated that they had nothing but a swamp, etc., full of empty promises. She noted that she did not want her tax dollars paying for this and felt that the bond issue for Jandric should be put up to a vote. After more discussion, Mr. Gotwald stated that the project has been thoroughly investigated; that if the bonds sell, then the project is worth it. Crystal stated that the basements on the east side of Reshanau Lake were pretty sad and that nothing else had been done. Mr. Gotwald felt that the foundations which Crystal was speaking of were probably not intended for basements. Mr. Gotwald stated that the Village has held Jandric back on the sewer system by waiting for Metro approval and asking for more studies and procedures. He stated that his firm has heard from Jandric on this delay. Mr. Gotwald also stated that Jandric has the financing. Also, on this bond, Jandric will pay it off in 5 years which is an unusually short time. Mr. L'Allier noted that Jandric has no clear title until the bond is paid up. Crystal stated that Jandric went defunct in Egan Township. ldr. L'Allier noted that generally developers have a bad reputation. Mr. Jaworski asked whether Crystal wished to see 100 homes built and served by cesspools in the project as a guarantee and was told yes. 2 Mr. Gotwald explained the legal proceedings which commence before bonds are sold, noting again that the bonds will not sell if they don't look good. Mr. L'Allier stated that what is words now will be nailed down at the hearing; the Council will not jeopardize the Village. There was further discussion, with it being noted that the rest of the Village will not pay for the Jandric bond depending on the way financing is set up. Mr. L'Allier noted that Mr. Locher was not present due to illness. Mr. L'Allier mentioned that Marvin Myhre had a drafted proposal for expansion of the no- shooting area in Lino; the area now so designated lies between Sunset Rd. and Highway 8 from North Road to Lilac St. Mr. Myhre proposed that the boundary be moved up to Main St. on the North because of the increase in popu- lation in that area and need to cover the school area as well as the area used by the Youth Center inmates on the north side of Lilac for excursions. On the South he thought the area should extend to Hwy 49 and down to County Rd. J and over to the Circle Pines boundary. This would exclude Baldwin Lake from hunting. His reasons included the increase in population, children from the trailer park playing in surrounding woods and children from the Circle Pines area South of Hwy 8 also playing in the woods. Mr. Myhre also requested that signs stating "No discharge of firearms except shotguns permitted" be put up on 2 paths leading north off County Road J in the Bald Eagle Lake area. Mr. Cardinal moved to authorize the installation of the 2 signs as requested above. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. There was considerable discussion on the change of no- shooting area boundaries. Mrs. Anna Bohjanen wished to see the boundary moved further north to include the Lino Elementary School property. This will be on the agenda for the next meeting. Mr. Rosengren mentioned placing signs on Hwy 8 pointing to the new Village Hall. It was thought that these could be placed on State property in the triangle on Hwy 8 and Main Street. This will be taken up at the Building Committee meeting. Mr. Bohjanen noted that the sign on Hwy 242 mentioning Lino Lakes and access to 135u/ was stupid since people think Lino Lakes' boundary begins at Hwy 65. Mr. Rosengren suggested that since the County has taken over the maintenance of Old Hwy 8, that a letter should be sent to the County requesting signs to be placed at Hwy 8 and Main Street showing the direction and mileage to Anoka and Centerville as well as to the 2 freeway exits.,' It was agreed that such a letter will be sent. After discussion, Mr. Rosengren moved that proposed Ordinance No. 55 on inflammable liquids be adopted with the recommended changes by the Fire Marshall and the Lexington Fire Dept. and that the fees be set later by resolution. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously. Mr. William Blaylock reported on the North Central Public Service Co. rate increase and made the following recommendations: 1. That Lino Lakes approve a 4% rate increase rather than the requested 8.8 or 9% increase. 2. That Lino Lakes not grant a new franchise since the rate increase can be handled under the old franchise by adoption of a resolution. 3. That a regulatory authority on utility rates be established either by the State or by the communities affected in this area. 21 4. That Lino Lakes Council look favorably upon reimbursement of George Hess who was retained to determine the validity of North Central's request. Mr. L'Allier noted that the Anoka County Assn. of Municipalities had set up a subcommittee to deal with utility rates. Mr. Blaylock stated' that the 4 increase would compare with the present Circle Pines Utilities rates. Mr. Jaworski moved to authorize a 4% increase in gas rates by North Central Public Service Co., also to retain the present franchise, based on various informative meetings and the information submitted. Seconded by W. Cardinal. Carried 'unanimously. Mr. Jaworski moved to go on record favoring some type of regulatory agency, either State or regional, and to send notice of this to the neighboring communities. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Carried unanimously. Mr. Rosengren stated that he had talked with Elk River Co -op representatives and learned that they are trying to initiate such an agency; they would have a local representative for all the utilities. Mr. Al Ross felt that the Metro Council should go into this; that they would be the natural body to handle the rates. Mr. James Lorenz, owner of the old Rice Edgerton Bus Lines, stated that he would like to extend bus service into Lino Lakes by coming across North Road from Lexington Ave. to Hwy 49 and then down to County Rd. J. This proposal met with favorable reaction. Mr. Lorenz felt that if people will use such service, then it would be hard for Metro Transit to turn down future service in this area. The Clerk was asked to call the papers to give them notice of this service and the starting date. 'Mr. L'Allier moved to authorize Mr. Lorenz to operate a bus service to and within the Village as proposed and to extend these lines whenever possible. Seconded by 'Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. W. Lorenz was asked to provide a certificate of insurance. Mr. Bohjanen moved to approve a septic system license to Berghorst Plumbing and Heating with the stipulation that }lr. Locher approve the application, etc., and that a bond be provided. Seconded by Mr. Jaworski. Carried unanimously. 'Mr. Cecil LaMotte stated that his road was ready for sealcoating. On Mr. Gotwald's advice, Mr. Cardinal moved to authorize Mr. Gotwald to make a final inspection -of Mr. LaMotte's road in the Second Addn. after sealcoating work and, if it meets approval, to authorize release of the bond. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. 'Mr. LaMotte explained recent action in his development by property owners and the St. Paul Water Dept., noting that quit claim deeds had been signed by all the owners ' in exchange for lake access. The fence will be taken down. There was some dis- cussion. Mr. L'Allier noted that the Council generally hears complaints on the cost of providing blacktop in a development, but that Mr. LaMotte is a good example of what a small developer can do by adding the cost of the roads onto the 'sale price of the lots. Mr. Cardinal moved to approve the following list of names for election judges for the November 3rd election (same as those who served at the primary): Phyllis Blaylock, Mary Crandall, Joyce Dufresne, Jean Krube, Agnes LaMotte, Agnes LeTendre, Signe Miller, 216 Dorothea Schmidt, Erma Grygelko, Lynn Hansen, Ellen Hawkins, William Houle, Ursuline Lichtscheidl, Anita Nadeau, Norma Nadeau, and Lucy Tauer. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren. Carried unanimously. Mr. Jaworski moved to pay the bills as audited. Seconded by Mr. Rosengren.) Carried unanimously. Mr. Rosengren moved to adjourn at 10:36 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Cardinal. Aye. BILLS: October 13, 1970 3282 Centennial State Bank 3283 Commissioner of Taxation 3284 Forest Lake Times 3285 Bruce Fleming 3286 Lino Gun Shop 3287 VOID 3288 Jacques Johnson 3289 Todd Nutter 3290 William Waldoch 3291 Anoka International Sales 3292 Mobil Oil Corp. 3293 Herb Tousley Ford, Inc. 3294 Midway Tractor & Equip. Co. 3295 Capitol City Welding Supply 3296 Mobil Oil Corp. 3297 Gopher State Oil Co. 3298 Gopher Stamp & Die Co. 3299 Utility Fence Company (3300) Northern States Power Co. (3300) (3300) (3301) North Star Oil Corp. (3301) (3301) (3301) ' tt tt (3302) Northway Hdwe & Auto Acc. (3302) (3302) ' tt tt , tt It tt tt tt It tf tt tt 3303 First State Bank of New Brighton 3304 Mattson Bldg. & Supply Co. 3305 Gilbertson Block Company 3306 Anoka Electric 'Cooperative 3307 Petty Cash Fund (R&B) 3308 Petty Cash Fund Federal withholding from Sept. payroll 322.40 Minn. withholding from Sept. payroll 85.30 Printing of affidavit of candidacy 4.50 Animal control for September 114.00 Purchase of ammunition for police 18.80 Bounty on 31 pairs gopher feet Bounty on 20 pairs gopher feet Payment nn 30 acre parcel 2750.00 Interest for one year 700.75 Parts for International Cub tractor Motor fuels for Roads Parts and labor on truck Labor on hydraulic Supplies for shop Supplies for shop Motor fuels for Roads Road signs Snow fence Service for Hall Service for Parks Street Lights (R&B) Motor fuels for police Motor fuels for Civil Defense Motor fuels for Parks Motor fuels for Roads Supplies Parks supplies Shop supplies (R&B) Principal on bonds #5 & 6 $2000,00 (Street Bond No. 2) Interest on bonds 26.44 Penalty on bond #5 20.00 Steel, labor, misc., transportation $23,414.00 & erection equipment and plumbing Supplies for septic system 214.54 Service during construction 3.50 Reimburse for dump fees, chain binder, 34.30 freight paid on Lennox heater. Stamps 18.00 7.75 5.00 3450.75 26.14 '58.61 22.10 38.11 15.34 24.90 9.18 III 124.50 170.00 '19.44 10.53 131.70 31.90 5.55 '11.75 49.25 3.34 5.38 22.34 2,046.44 Minutes approved at the meeting of October 26, 197 �-� Clerk -Tr asurer 1