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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/09/1995 Council MinutesCOUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LINO LAKES COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 9, 1995 DATE TIME STARTED TIME ENDED MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT January 9,;1995 6:30 P.M. 7:15 P' >.M. Reinert, Neal, Ku None ether, Elliott. Bergeson Staff members present: City Attorney, Bill Hawkins; Acting City Engineer, John Powell; Planning Coordinator, Mary Kay Wyland; Parks and Recreation Director, Marty Asieson; Community Development Director, Brian Wessel; Police Chief, David Pecchia; City Administrator, Randy Schumacher and Clerk -Treasurer Marilyn Anderson. SETTING THE AGENDA Mr. Schumacher asked that agenda item No. 12A be added titled Consideration of a Joint Powers Agreement Between the City of Lino Lakes and White Bear Township for Building Inspection Services. Other than noted above, the agenda was approved as presented. CONSENT AGENDA CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES: Council Work Session, December, 1994. Council Member Elliott moved to approve these minutes as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. REGULAR AGENDA OPEN MIKE Andrew Cardinal, 6657 Centerville Road - Mr. Cardinal thanked the City Council for their support of his re -appointment to the Rice Creek Watershed District Board. Mayor Reinert said that the RCWD PAGE 1 1 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 9, 1995 makes important decisions regarding property in the City of Lino Lakes and he felt it was important to have a member of the RCWD close at hand. CONSIDERATION OF DISBURSEMENTS December 31, 1994 - Council Member Elliott moved to approve these disbursements as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. End of Year, 1994 - Council Member Elliott moved to approve these disbursements as presented. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. January 9, 1995 - Council Member Kuether moved to approve these disbursements as presented. Council Member Elliott seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Centennial Fire District, December 23, 1994 - Council Member Elliott moved to approve these disbursements as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Centennial Fire District, December 31, 1994 - Council Member Elliott moved to approve these disbursements as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD REPORT, MARY KAY WYLAND Minor Subdivision -Minor Reconfiguration of Previously Approved Subdivision, Art LaCasse, 6609 - 24th Avenue - Ms. Wyland used the overhead projector and showed the location of the property and a map of the reconfiguration. In February, 1994, the City Council approved a minor subdivision for Mr. LaCasse which split his 40 acre parcel into two (2) pieces. His homestead consisted of 6.21 acres and the balance of the site consisted of approximately 33.7 acres. The purpose of this subdivision was to facilitate the sale of the larger parcel for development (it is intended to become a part of the Clearwater Creek Development). The property owner, and potential purchaser, have determined that the original division must be modified. The original division was not officially recorded with Anoka County following Council. approval, therefore, we have allowed the property owner to submit a new survey for Council consideration. The difference between the two proposals amounts to an increase in the homestead parcel of 1.5 acres. PAGE 2 h COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 9, 1995 The property owner and potential purchaser feel the new configuration will be more useable for both Mr. LaCasse and the potential buyer. Staff concurred and recommended approval of the minor subdivision. Council Member Elliott moved to approve the minor subdivision (reconfiguration) as submitted. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Final Plat, Oaks of Lino - Ms. Wyland used the overhead projector and showed the location of the proposed subdivision. The City Council approved the preliminary plat for the Oaks of Lino on December 13, 1993. The property is located south of Birch Street and east of the D. Erickson Second Addition. The roadway serving the plat is an extension of Aspen Lane. The plat contains nine (9) lots and is Zoned Single Family (R-1). Staff has reviewed the final plat, the Development Agreement and financial guarantees and recommends approval. Council Member Elliott moved to approve the final plat of Oaks of Lino. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT, JOHN POWELL Consideration of Resolution No. 95 - 03 Declaring Adequacy of Petition and Ordering Preparation of a Feasibility Report for Woods of Baldwin Lake, Second Addition - Mr. Powell explained that the developer of this subdivision has not presented the petition for improvements to the City and asked that this item be delayed until the January 23, 1995 City Council meeting. There was no further Council action on this matter. ATTORNEY'S REPORT, BILL HAWKINS Consideration of an Easement Grant for the Hodgson Road Watermain Improvement Project from Roger A. and Gail B. Weaver, Vivian E. Hanson, Richard J. Gevay and Rodney M. and Cheryl A. Stephenson - Mr. Hawkins explained that a number of easements have been negotiated at the compensation rate determined by the City Appraiser. Mr. Hawkins recommended that the City Council accept the easements and authorize payment as follows: Roger A. and Gail B. Weaver, $1,429.00; Vivian E. Hanson, $9,280.00; Richard J. Gevay, $1306.00; and Rodney M. and Cheryl A. Stephenson, $1316.00. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the request as PAGE 3 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 9, 1995 • presented by Mr. Hawkins. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Update Regarding Adams Outdoor Advertising Litigation - Mr. Hawkins explained that several years ago the City Council had denied a Conditional Use Permit for Adams Outdoor Advertising to construct two (2) billboards along I35W and I35E. A summons has now been received by the City. Adams Outdoor Advertising is claiming that the reasons for denial were not appropriate. The matter has been turned over to the League Trust Insurance and they has accepted the defense of the City and have assigned Mr. Thomas N. Scott to the represent the City. Mr. Hawkins will act as liaison and keep the City Council updated on this matter. Update Regarding A & L Superior Quality Sod, Inc. - Mr. Hawkins explained that a suit has been filed alleging damage to the Robinson sod farms due to a culvert that was plugged during the construction of Apollo Drive. Arcon Construction was the contractor on this project and has agreed to assume responsibility under the terms of the construction contract. This matter will be monitored by Mr. Hawkins and an attorney for the League Trust Insurance. Mr. Hawkins will keep the City Council updated on this matter. CONSIDERATION OF THE SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 18 - 94 AMENDING THE CITY CODE BY ELIMINATING THE REQUIREMENT FOR INDIVIDUAL SURETY BONDS AND PURCHASING A BLANKET PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISHONESTY BOND, RANDY SCHUMACHER Mr. Schumacher explained that the FIRST READING of this ordinance was held December 19, 1994. No comments or suggested changes have been received since that time. Currently the City code requires that the City Assessor, Clerk - Treasurer, Administrator, Deputy Clerk -Treasurer and Building Inspector be bonded separately. In 1984, the State Statutes were amended to allow a blanket dishonesty bond to cover all employees. By amending the City Code as proposed, the City Council will establish the requirement for a blanket bond and be able to change the specific dollar amount of the blanket bond by adopting a resolution each time the dollar amount must be changed. Mr. Schumacher noted that the cost of dishonesty bonds will increase by $12.00, however, the blanket bond will cover all employees and the City Council. Council Member Kuether moved to adopt Ordinance No. 18 - 94 as PAGE 4 COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 9, 1995 presented and dispense with the reading. Council Member Elliott seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 18 - 94 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 95 - 05 Setting the Dollar Amount of the Public Employees Dishonesty Bond Mr. Schumacher explained that staff has researched through the Municipal Finance Officer's Association and the City Auditor and has determined that a $500,000.00 Blanket Public Employees Dishonesty Bond will be sufficient for this City. He recommended that the City Council adopt this resolution. Council Member Elliott moved to adopt Resolution No. 95 - 05 setting the Blanket Public Employees Dishonesty Bond at $500,000.00. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 95 - 05 can be found at the end of these minutes. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 95 - 02 ACCEPTING DONATION FROM THE CIRCLE -LEX VFW POST #6583 FOR PARKS AND RECREATION, MARTY ASLESON Mr. Asleson explained that over the years, the Circle -Lex VFW Post #6583 has donated a great amount of money to the Dedicated Parks Fund. This year the VFW donated $3,300.00 to the same fund for the purpose of providing playgrounds and playground equipment for the residents of Lino Lakes. Mr. Asleson noted that although developers are required dedicate funds to the Dedicated Park Fund, the fund is never enough to cover the needs of the City. The VFW contributions are greatly appreciated. Mayor Reinert asked how much money has been donated by the VFW over the years. Mr. Asleson said he would ask the Finance Department to research this matter. Mayor Reinert suggested that a plaque be presented to the VFW for their contributions. Council Member Elliott moved to adopt Resolution No. 95 - 02 Accepting the Donation from the Circle -Lex VFW Post #6583. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 95 - 02 can be found at the end of these minutes. CONSIDERATION OF STATUS REPORT OF LAKE DRIVE (CSAH 23)/HODGSON PAGE 5 1 1 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 9, 1995 ROAD (STATE HIGHWAY 49) ARCHAEOLOGICAL UPDATE, RANDY SCHUMACHER Mr. Schumacher explained that he and Mr. Powell met with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) and the Minnesota Historical Society to determine how the ongoing archaeological study will impact the planned improvement of this intersection. There is an archaeological issue in this area, however, fortunately, the Historical Society is cooperating and will complete their third and last survey early this spring. The improvement can be under contract by July 1, 1995 which is the deadline for State funding. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 95 - 01 ACCEPTING DONATION FROM THE CENTENNIAL FIRE RELIEF ASSOCIATION FOR THE DARE PROGRAM, POLICE CHIEF DAVID PECCHIA Chief Pecchia explained that commencing in 1995, the Lino Lakes Police Department began teaching the D.A.R.E Program in local elementary schools. Officer Bill Hammes attended and graduated from the D.A.R.E Instructional Program in December, 1994. The goal of the Lino Lakes Police Department is to ensure that the D.A.R.E Program will become totally funded through donations from the community. The Centennial Fire Relief Associationis aware of this goal and has donated $2,000.00 toward the cost of administering the program in the local elementary schools. The purpose of Resolution No. 95 - 01 is to publicly thank the Centennial Fire Relief Association for their generous donation. Chief Pecchia noted that Officer Hammes is very excited about this program and looks forward to getting started. Council Member Elliott moved to adopt Resolution No. 95 - 01. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 95 - 01 can be found at the end of these minutes. CONSIDERATION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE LINO LAKES MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION, RANDY SCHUMACHER Mr. Schumacher explained that after many months of negotiations, a meeting was held on December 30, 1994 at which time a tentative agreement with the members of the Lino Lakes Management Association (LLMA) on a three (3) year contact (1993-1995) was reached. This agreement covers wages, insurance and all other terms and conditions of employment that applicable labor legislation considers bargainable. Mr. Schumacher felt that the many hours of research and PAGE 6 6 -a`+, COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 9, 1995 preparation that went into the contract has produced a good contract, both in terms of language and the financial package. The contract will become effective immediately upon approval of the City Council. Through closed Council sessions, Mr. Tesch, Ms. Olson of Labor Relations, and Mr. Schumacher have kept the City Council updated on the contract process. Council Member Elliott moved to approve the contract with the LLMA. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF 1995 ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS, RANDY SCHUMACHER Mr. Schumacher explained that advertisements for annual appointments were placed in the non -legal sections of local newspapers. As of today, we have received a total of eight (8) applications for the Planning and Zoning Board and two (2) applications for the Park Board. As directed at the Wednesday evening work session, last years applicants were contacted to see if they are still interested this year. Mr. Schumacher recommended that the annual appointments be discussed at the January 18, 1995 work session and a date be set for interviewing each candidate. Council Member Bergeson said that the matter could be advertised again, but felt that this should not be "dragged out" any further. This matter will be placed on the agenda for the January 18, 1995 Council work session. OLD BUSINESS Consideration of a Joint Powers Agreement with White Bear Township - Mr. Schumacher noted that this matter was discussed at a Council work session several months ago. White Bear Township is experiencing rapid commercial and multi -family housing growth and has asked for assistance through the Joint Powers Agreement. Lino Lakes has helped White Bear Township in the past and experienced a good working relationship. This Joint Powers Agreement is similar to the Joint Powers Agreement that Lino Lakes had with the City of Lexington. Council Member Elliott moved to approve the Joint Powers Agreement with White Bear Township. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. PAGE 7 1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 9, 1995 NEW BUSINESS Consideration of the Minutes of December 19, 1994 - Council Member Elliott moved to approve the minutes as presented. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Motion carried with Council Members Bergeson and Neal abstaining. Consideration of a Request to Renew Gambling License, Circle Pines Youth Hockey Association - Mrs. Anderson explained that a license was issued to the Circle Pines Youth Hockey Association to conduct pull tab gambling at Shirley Kaye's effective July 1, 1994. The license expires on March 31, 1995. The Youth Hockey Association's purpose in obtaining a gambling license was to raise funds to help pay the cost of the participants. Therefore, all net proceeds have been paid for ice time, equipment and other such hockey related costs. Although some of the youth participating in the hockey program are not Lino Lakes residents, many are residents. Two (2) of the three (3) board officers listed on the application also live in Lino Lakes. The Hockey Association did have a problem getting all information required by the Lino Lakes Gambling Ordinance filed in a timely manner. However the situation has been corrected and the Circle Pines Youth Hockey Association meets all requirements of the Lino Lakes Gambling Ordinance. Council Member Elliott moved to approve the gambling license for the Circle Pines Youth Hockey Association. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of a Petty Cash Fund for the Lino Lakes Police Department - Mr. Schumacher explained that when the Police Department moved to its current location, a petty cash fund was never established. The employees have been purchasing for the City from their own money and then are reimbursed, however, it can take up to two (2) weeks for the reimbursement. Mr. Schumacher recommended that a petty cash fund of $100.00 be established for the Police Department. This fund will be audited on a periodic basis by the Finance Department. Council Member Bergeson moved to approve the establishment of a petty cash fund for the Police Department. Council Member Elliott seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Establishing a Date for the Goal Setting Session for Saturday, January 21, 1995, 9:00 A.M. to Noon - The meeting PAGE 8 COUNCIL MEETING was set as stated. JANUARY 9, 1995 Council Member Elliott moved to adjourn at 7:15 P.M. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Aye. These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at a regular City Council meeting held on January 23, 1995. Marilyn, .Anderson, Clerk -Treasurer Vernon F. Reinert, Mayor PAGE 9 1 Council Member Kuether introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: CITY OF LINO LAKES COUNTY OF ANOKA ORDINANCE NO. 18 — 94 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 206.01 OF THE CITY CODE, OFFICER AND EMPLOYEE BOND AMOUNTS The City Council of the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota does ordain: SECTION I. Chapter 206, Section 206.01 is hereby amended to read as follows: 206.01 All City employees will be covered by a blanket Public Employee Dishonesty Bond with coverage determined by the City Council. SECTION II. Save as above amended, said City Code shall stand as initially passed and as previously amended. SECTION III. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication according to the City Charter. Passed by the Lino Lakes City Council this 1995. 9th day of January, Vernon F. Reinert, Mayor ATTEST: Y -.L.',_,..__C Marilyn -G. Anderson, Clerk -Treasurer The motion for the adoption of the foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by Council Member Elliott and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bergeson, Elliott, Kuether, Neal, Reinert. The following voted against same: None. Whereupon said ordinance was declared duly passed and adopted. Council Member Elliott introduced the following resolu;_ion and moved it adoption: CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 95 - 01 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATION FROM THE CENTENNIAL FIR: RELIEF ASSOCIATION AND AMENDING THE 1994 GENERAL FUND BUDGET WHEREAS: the Lino Lakes Police Department began teaching the D.A.R.E. program in local elementary schools in January, 1995; and WHEREAS: the curriculum, developed by educators, is an elementary school drug prevention curriculum taught by specially selected and trained uniformed police officers; and WHEREAS: the Centennial Fire Relief Association was made aware of the desire for the Lino Lakes Police Department to teach this program in the elementary schools and has donated $2,000.00 to the City to defer the cost of this program, and WHEREAS: the monies will be appropriated to the General Fund in the following manner: Increase Revenue - Contributions Increase Expenditures: Police Office Supplies Sales Tax $1,908.51 $ 91.49 $2,000.00 NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes hereby accepts the donation of $2,000.00 to help fund the D.A.R.E. program and wishes to express its sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Centennial Fire Relief Association for its donation. Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Codi is 9th day of January, 1995. /// Vernon F. Reinert, Mayor Marilyn°G Anderson, Clerk -Treasurer The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Council Member Neal and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bergeson, Elliott, Kuether, Neal, Reinert. The following voted against same: None. Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. 1 Council Member Elliott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 95 - 02 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATION FROM THE CIRCLE -LEX VFW, POST NO. 6583 AND AMENDING THE DEDICATED PARKS FUND WHEREAS: the Lino Lakes City Council has established the Dedicated Parks Fund to receive all donations from developers and other interested citizens and organizations, and WHEREAS: the Dedicated Parks Fund is used to fund major park development and park land acquisition, and WHEREAS: the Circle -Lex VFW, Post No. 6583 has donated $3,300.00 throughout 1994 to be used for park development, and WHEREAS: the monies will be appropriated to the Dedicated Park Fund in the following manner: Increase Revenue - Contributions $3,300.00 Increase Expenditures: Dedicated Park Fund $3,300.00 NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes hereby accepts the donation of $3,300.00 for the Dedicated Parks Fund and wishes to express its sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Circle -Lex VFW, Post #6583 for its donation. Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 9th day of January, 1995. /7) //7cL Vernon F. Reinert, Mayor Marily G. Anderson, Clerk -Treasurer 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, Elliott, Kuether, Neal, Reinert. The following voted against same: None. Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Council Member Elliott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 95 - 05 A RESOLUTION SETTING THE DOLLAR AMOUNT OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES DISHONESTY BOND WHEREAS: Ordinance No. 18 - 94 amended the City Code, Section 206.01 by requiring that a Blanket Public Employee Dishonesty Bond be purchased by the City, and WHEREAS: the dollar amount of the Blanket Public Employee Dishonesty Bond has been researched by the City Auditor, and WHEREAS: it has been determined that a $500,000.00 Blanket Public Employee Dishonety Bond will be sufficient to cover all exposure by the City, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes hereby designates that a Blanket Public Employee Dishonesty Bond in the amount of $500,000.00 be purchased by the City of Lino Lakes. Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 9th day of January, 1995. Vernon F. Reinert, Mayor k 7 2. cl ," !til—'��� ✓ Marilyn Anderson, Clerk -Treasurer 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, Elliott, Kuether, Neal, Reinert. The following voted against same: None. Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. 1 1