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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/09/1994 Council Minutes196 COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LINO LAKES COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 9, 1994 Staff Members present: City Attorney, Bill Hawkins; City Engineer.,,, Darrell Schneider; Consulting Engineer, John Powell; Public Works Superintendent, Don Volk; City Administrator, Randy Schumacher and Clerk -Treasurer Marilyn Anderson. Setting the Agenda: Mayor Reinert asked that Agenda Item 1B, Designate Police Chief Pecchia as Federally Approved Emergency Preparedness Director be removed. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM DISPOSITION MINUTES: City Council Work Session, April 20, 1994 Approved DISBURSEMENTS: April 29, 1994 Approved May 9, 1994 Approved Centennial Fire Department Approved REGULAR AGENDA OPEN MIKE Update from the Centennial Teen Center, Gloria and Dave Brownlee, Ann Roman and Sally Nelson - The City Council received a packet of information with their agenda regarding this matter. A non - PAGE 1 1 1 1 1 1 19/ COUNCIL MEETING MAY 9, 1994 profit organization called United Community Network, Inc. has been formed for the purpose of building a teen center. A short video was shown which explained the need for the facility. Additional written material was given to the City Council. Since the video was prepared, a building has been donated to the organization. The problem is that the building (former Lexington Liquor Store) must be moved to a site at the intersection of Lake Drive and Firebarn Road. The total cost for moving the building will be approximately $150,000.00. The organization is in the process of raising the money and asked the City of Lino Lakes to donate $5,000.00. It was noted that the developer of the land at the site where the building is currently located donated $1,250.00 and will not consider moving the building. The building must be removed from the site by May 27, 1994 or it will be demolished. Mayor Reinert noted that a commitment cannot be made this evening, however the matter will be referred to the finance department. Further research is needed to determine if it is legal for the City to donate the money to the United Community Network, Inc. Ms. Roman explained that all municipalities within the Centennial School District are being asked for support. She noted that the City of Lino Lakes has the most students in the school district. She also noted that letters are being sent to all parents in the Centennial School District asking for a donation. It was explained that the Centennial School District is not contributing cash to this project, however the District is 100% for the project and is supplying services such as printing and other in-kind services. The committee thanked the City Council for considering their request. Terry Angel, 744 Vicky Lane - Mr. Angel explained that he is very concerned about how the Lino Lakes Police Department is functioning. He noted the recent traffic ticket saturation program and explained that he felt squad cars should be patrolling neighborhoods rather than concentrating on issuing tickets. Mr. Angel said he felt that the Police Department was not doing a very good job and noted that he sometimes hears gun shots in his neighborhood. He also said he was concerned because of a dead body that was dropped off on a residential street. Mayor Reinert explained that within the past six (6) months a new Chief of Police has been hired and this has been a positive PAGE 2 1 4 COUNCIL MEETING MAY 9, 1994 effort. He also explained that at the last City Council meeting, a resident asked the Police Department to send a squad to their area and issue speeding tickets. Everybody has a different idea of how the Police Department should be operating. Mr. Angel said he was aware that there is a new Chief of Police and said he felt that this is the time to change the policing system. He suggested that if the officers were patrolling, they could see speeding occurring on the residential streets and citations could be issued at that time. Mr. Angel also noted an article in the newspaper referring to a proposal to ticket repeated false alarm locations. He said that people are frightened and have installed alarms. The Police Department should not be ticketing people who have alarms. It was explained that repeated false alarms are becoming a time consuming problem and the only method to control false alarms is to issue citations. Council Member Neal suggested that Mr. Angel contact the Police Department and arrange to ride with a Police Officer in the squad car. This will show that most often there is only one car in operation and that car must really be moving to patrol the entire City. Mayor Reinert explained that the City recently hired two (2) additional full-time Police Officers. This action will enable the Police Department to have more than one officer on patrol most of the time. Mayor Reinert told Mr. Angel that it will take time to re -organize the Police Department and to date, this has been working very well. PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD REPORT, DARRELL SCHNEIDER Final Plat, Country Lakes Estates - The preliminary plat for Country Lakes Estates was approved in June, 1993. Since that time the developer has decided to develop the plat in phases. The necessary permits from the Rice Creek Watershed District have been approved and a development agreement has been signed. In addition, the required financial guarantees have been received. Grading is currently underway on Phase I of the plat. The City Attorney has reviewed the title for the property and other items regarding engineering, park dedication and lot configuration have been approved by various City staff members. Staff is recommending that the City Council approve the final plat for Country Lakes Estates. Council Member Bergeson noted that there had been about three (3) PAGE 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 199 COUNCIL MEETING MAY 9, 1994 lots on the lake side of the development that had wetlands in the middle of the lots and the buildable area did not meet City Code. There had also been a problem concerning the trail connection to the west. Mr. Schneider explained that several lots were omitted from the plat thus making the remaining lots larger and correcting the problem. Several other lots were removed and used for sedimentation basins. Mr. Granger, developer of the plat explained that there will be no bridges or walkways on individual lots. Mr. Schneider explained that the sewer line in Phase I will be extended east to the cul-de-sac to serve Living Waters Lutheran Church. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the final plat for Phase I of Country Lakes Estates. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of SECOND READING, Ordinance No. 07 - 94, Rezone from Rural to R-18 for Contractors Property Developers Company, Pheasant Hills Preserve East - The preliminary plat for Pheasant Hills Preserve East was approved at the April 25, 1994 Council meeting. At that time the first reading of Ordinance No. 07 - 94 rezoning the property was approved. The property is intended to become part of the Pheasant Hills Preserve development immediately to the west and north and which is also zoned R -1X. There have been not comments regarding this matter. Council Member Bergeson moved to adopt the SECOND READING of Ordinance No. 07 - 94 rezoning Pheasant Hills Preserve East. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 07 - 94 can be found at the end of these minutes. PUBLIC HEARING, HODGSON ROAD TRUNK WATER MAIN Mayor Reinert opened the public hearing at 6:58 P.M. Mr. Schneider explained that Mr. Powell will present the information regarding this proposed improvement. A public informational meeting was held on May 3, 1994 at city hall with the residents along the proposed watermain improvement. Mr. Powell, Ms. Wyland and approximately 12 residents attended the meeting. Mr. Powell briefly described the project to the residents and explained that no adjoining property owner would be assessed. If PAGE 4 2 COUNCIL MEETING MAY 9, 1994 the residents on the east side of Hodgson Road are interested in water service, now is the time to connect. The assessment for those interested in connecting would be approximately $5,400.00. Construction is anticipated to begin about July 1, 1994. Service for the west side of Hodgson Road would be considerably more expensive due to tunneling under Hodgson Road. There were a few residents from the west side of Hodgson Road who seemed interested until the costs were explained. Mr. Marcellus asked if the drainage would be corrected along with this improvement. Mr. Powell explained that disturbed areas would be corrected but overall drainage correction to the area was not a part of the project. Mr. Powell also explained that property owners on the east side of Hodgson Road would be contacted regarding temporary and permanent easements for the trunk water main and briefly explained the process. Mayor Reinert noted that when construction began on the services down Linda Avenue there was a lack of communication with the residents. However because of this matter the contractor has become more responsive and the residents are very cooperative. Mr. Powell explained that the trunk sewer work is almost complete along Linda Avenue and work on the trunk water main will begin later in the week. He noted that Linda Avenue is passable. Mr. Powell gave a brief background on the water main project. He noted that when the Woodridge Estates area was constructed, the area was connected to the City of Shoreview water system. The joint powers agreement required that the City of Lino Lakes provide service to the area in a specified period of time. With the completion of the water main project along Hodgson Road, the terms of the joint powers agreement will be completed. Mr. Powell used the overhead projector and explained the location of the project. He explained that the project was consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The project will eventually be extended and looped up Ware Road or in that area. The estimated construction cost is $127,915.00 and only Fox Trace is proposed to be assessed at this time. The area and unit charges for Fox Trace will be used for the project. Original plans for this project were prepared in 1989. These plans will be reviewed and discussed by staff to determine if they can be used or if they must be redrawn. Construction is expected to begin in July and bids could be ordered at the next City Council meeting. If residents along the east side of Hodgson Road wish to connect to the trunk water main, assessments will be approximately $5,400.00. At this time there are no assessments or service PAGE 5 1 1 1 1 1 t 20 COUNCIL MEETING MAY 9, 1994 stubs included in the proposal. Council Member Kuether moved to close the public hearing at 7:10 P.M. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. No action is required on this matter this evening. This begins the 60 day waiting period. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 94 - 30 IMPLEMENTING POLICIES ADOPTED BY THE SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT COORDINATING BOARD ON OCTOBER 28, 1992, DON VOLK Mr. Volk explained that government bodies who agree to implement environmentally responsible procurement policies and to use best efforts to recycle 50% of the total solid waste generated on tax- exempt properties owned by the city will be given a 20% reduction of the total charges on their 1994 property tax statement. Recently the City received tax statements for five (5) parcels of landed owned by the City. These parcels include city hall, fire station, police station, Shores of Marshan Lake Park and the well house in Rice Lake Estates. The property tax statements indicated that a Solid Waste Management tax in the amount of more than $1,300.00 was owing the County. Lino Lakes and all other municipalities appealed the tax and as a result the tax for the Rice Lake Estates well house was eliminated and the tax on the remaining buildings was reduced by 40%. An additional 20% reduction can be realized provided the City Council adopts Resolution No. 94 - 30. Mr. Volk explained the Solid Waste Management Coordinating Board policy adopted October 28, 1994. Council Member Neal moved to adopt Resolution No. 94 - 30. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 94 - 30 can be found at the end of these minutes. OLD BUSINESS Consideration of Accepting Bank Bids for Banking Services - Mr. Schumacher explained that the City has not solicited bids for banking services for many years. This year bids were requested and five (5) bids were received. After comparing the bids, Firstar Bank of Hugo is the best choice for the City. Firstar will guarantee the present fee schedule for one year. The City will be charged for wire transfers and non -sufficient checks. No other fees will be assessed. The bids from other banks included PAGE 6 2t_%_ COUNCIL MEETING MAY 9, 1994 a number of fees and a requirement that an average balance of $50,000.00 or more be maintained. Mr. Schumacher noted that the City has not paid Firstar any fees in the past so that if the City Council selects Firstar the rates will remain the same as in the past. Council Member Kuether moved to remain with Firstar Bank, Lino Lakes, and after one year go through the bid process again. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Consideration of Council Minutes from April 25, 1994 - Council Member Neal moved to approve the minutes as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried with Council Member Kuether abstaining. Consideration of an Application for Authorization for Exemption from Lawful Gambling License, St. Joseph Catholic Church, August Festival, August 14, 1994 - An application for exemption from Lawful Gambling License has been received from St. Joseph Catholic Church. Since this non-profit organization conducts fewer that five (5) gambling occasions per year, a license is not required by the State or the City. Mrs. Anderson recommended that the City Council adopt a motion approving the Exemption from Lawful Gambling Application. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the Exemption. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of an Application for a Block Party for Hawk Ridge Circle - Mr. Anderson presented an application for a block party for Hawk Ridge Circle. Both the Police Department and the Public Works Department have been notified of the party and have made no comments about the application. Hawk Ridge Circle is a cul-de- sac and there should be no traffic problems because of the party. Council Member Neal moved to approve the application for a block party. Council member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. NOTICE: League of Cities Annual Conference, June 7-10, 1994. Mayor Reinert asked all persons planning to attend the conference to notify Mrs. Anderson and she will register everyone. Council Member Neal moved to adjourn at 7:20 P.M. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Aye. PAGE 7 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING 216 MAY 9, 1994 These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at a regular Council meeting held on May 23, 1994. ly.; G.'AncTerson, Vernon F. Reinert, Clerk -Treasurer Mayor PAGE 8 Council member Neal introduced the following resolution and move its adoption: CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 94 - 30 RESOLUTION IMPLEMENTING POLICIES ADOPTED BY THE SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT COORDINATING BOARD ON OCTOBER 28, 1992 WHEREAS, the City of Lino Lakes acknowledges the benefit to the City, its citizens, the public health and the environment resulting from the Anoka County Integrated Solid Waste Management System, and WHEREAS, the Minnesota Legislature has established a hierarchy of preferred waste management practices, set forth in Minn. Stat. 115A.02 and incorporated into Anoka County's Solid Waste Management Master Plan, encouraging waste reduction and recycling as the highest priority for the State with the goal of abating the use of landfills, and WHEREAS, the Legislature has required in Minn. Stat. 473.848 that all waste generated in the metropolitan area be processed to further abate landfills, and WHEREAS, the City wishes to promote the goals of waste reduction, recycling and landfill; abatement in order to protect its citizens, the public health and the environment. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Lino lakes agrees to use its best efforts to recycle 50% of the waste generated on its tax-exempt properties and to reduce the amount and toxicity of the waste it generates by implementing policies adopted by the Solid Waste management Coordinating Board on October 28, 1992. Adopted by the City Council of Lin La.- this 9th day of May, 1994. Marilyn GJ Anderson, Clerk Treasurer Vernon F. Reinert - Mayor L44:265\-- The X65L The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Council Member Bergeson and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bergeson, Kuether, Neal, Reinert. The following voted against same: None, Council Member Elliott was absent. Where upon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted: 1 1 Council Member Bergeson introduced the following Ordinance and moved its adoption: CITY OF LINO LAKES COUNTY OF ANOKA ORDINANCE NO. 07-94 if t AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 81 OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES BY REZONING CERTAIN REAL ESTATE FROM R - RURAL TO R-1% SINGLE FAMILY EXECUTIVE (Randy Rehbein Property, 1585 Birch Street) THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: I Ordinance No. B1 of the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota, passed by the City Council on July 13, 1992 is hereby amended by rezoning from R - Rural to R -1X, Single Family Executive, pursuant to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Lino Lakes, the following described real estate: (see attached exhibit A) II Save as above amended, said Ordinance No. B1 shall stand as initially passed and as previously amended. III This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and publication according to the City Charter. Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this lh day of May , 1994. CITY OF LINO _`ESS BY: ATTEST: By: \ UA�' L, Marie Anderson, rson, City Clerk Vernon F. Reinert, Mayor The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Ordinance was duly seconded by Council Member Kuether and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bergeson, Kuether, Reinert, Neal. The following voted against same: none Whereupon said Ordinance was declared duly passed and adopted.