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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/21/1996 Council Minutes• • COUNCIL WORK SESSION AUGUST 21, 1996 CITY OF LINO LAKES MINUTES DATE • August 21, 1996 TIME STARTED 5:00 p.m. TIME ENDED 8:45 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT • Council Members Bergeson, Kuether, Lyden and Neal and Mayor Landers Staff members present: City Administrator, Randy Schumacher; Community Development Director, Brian Wessel; Solid Waste Coordinator, Jackie Constant and Clerk -Treasurer Marilyn Anderson. TRANSPORTATION PLAN SUMMARY, SRF At the last Council meeting, Council asked staff for more informat Transportation Plan and the people responsible for drafting the Mr. Ahrens have interviewed Mr. Ferrol Robinson who is NAC on this project. Mr. Robinson's credentials were o ding the umacher and David Licht, Using the overhead projector, Mr. Robinson p t Transportation Plan to Council. The purpose of the Transportation P • elp support the updated Comprehensive Plan and to satisfy de or the City. Other uses of the Transportation Plan include the ab' 'zens and prospective citizens know where their property is located in con t. tur freeways or major collector streets and help prospective business • acen to streets that will either be reconstructed or constructed. It was noted that • qty prepared a Transportation Plan for the entire County and several main roads n• es were included in that Plan. Mr. Robinson explained that the County Plan is . required to be updated. In addition, the level of detail does not include all of the Lino Lakes issues. However, the Lino Lakes Transportation Plan will be required to be coordinated with the County Plan and the transportation plans of adjoining cities. Council Member Lyden noted that local and County streets can get Lino Lakes citizens to the freeways in a "heartbeat". However, once our citizens reach either I -35E or I -35W, they sit there as if the freeways are parking lots. Mr. Robinson noted that there are no plans to improve either freeway except for regular maintenance and safety issues. The State is demanding that every community understand there is no money to update the system. The State (Metropolitan Council) wants communities to build parallel streets. • Mr. Robinson was asked what would happen if the City ignores the Metropolitan Council on this issue. Mr. Robinson explained that the Metropolitan Council would not cooperate PAGE 1 COUNCIL WORK SESSION AUGUST 21, 1996 with the City if the City asks for Metropolitan Council assistance on any project. They want cities to solve their own transportation problems. Staff explained that the Comprehensive Land Use Plan must be drafted before the Transportation Plan can be finalized. Mr. Robinson is developing a model Transportation Plan for Lino Lakes. This plan must be reviewed and approved by several agencies. SRF is guaranteeing approval of the Transportation Plan. This matter is on the August 26th Council agenda. SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMITTEE GOALS, JACKIE CONSTANT/LINDA ELLIOTT Ms. Constant and Ms. Elliott presented three (3) solid waste removal goals prepared by the Solid Waste Advisory Committee. These goals were presented to the haulers at a recent meeting. The haulers were not happy with the prospect of organized solid waste collection for Lino Lakes and complained that the program did not ' y incentives for them to upgrade their services. Staff explained that the Solid Waste Advisory Committe Council enacts a resolution approving the goals just approve the goals and a resolution stating the i organized solid waste program. Council discussed the goals and d ahead until cil was asked to uncil is to establish an aourth goal: "Hours of Operation". Ms. Constant explained t rs will prepare a response to the goals. When the public hearing is held, t + ` b asty" and pack the council chambers with their customers. Mr. Don Dunn, Blas u " Drive asked who would he call if services are less and who would monitor the h lers performance? Mr. Dunn was told that the City would monitor service and performance. This matter is on the agenda for Monday evening. RECOMMENDATION ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE DON DUNN Ten (10) candidates for the Environmental Affairs Committee were received. One candidate dropped out prior to the interviews. The candidate interviews have been completed and the Committee feels that all are very good candidates and all should be appointed to the Committee. PAGE 2 • • COUNCIL WORK SESSION AUGUST 21, 1996 Council noted that a mission statement had not been completed. Mr. Dunn explained that the Committee would prepare a mission statement when all members are appointed. He noted that an environmental inventory would be one of the first order of business. This matter is on the Monday evening Council agenda. TAX INCREMENT FINANCING SUMMARY, BRIAN WESSEL A chart of current TIF districts was displayed. These districts are now basically 10 years old. The City uses TIF to pay itself for improvements including street construction and sewer and water utility improvements. TIF has been a useful tool to generate commercial and industrial development within the City. When the ability to use TIF no longer exists, Lino Lakes will have to compete with other communities for these types of developments. One goal of these districts was to stay within a five (5) year payback period. Only one business, Mag -Con, Inc. at 6 1/2 years, exceeds that goal. Another goal of the TIF districts was to limit the benefit to no more than 15%. Northern W.7. at 16%, exceeds this goal. This exception was due to the upgrade of Ce Staff was asked why a Mennards or Fleet Farm develop Lakes. Staff explained that they feel the City has an noted that the big issue is that Anoka County c, and industrial development. DISCUSSION OF MUSA CRIT Staff presented a draft Int District Nos. 1, 4 and 6. will be coming be - the Staff is proposing Item No. 10 be rem the resolution of app >. val. ening in Lino o better. Staff also fiercely for new commercial rve Criteria plan and a map outlining Sewer of the plan is address development proposals that ncil before the Comprehensive Plan has been approved. the MUSA criteria by resolution and that Item No. 4 and d placed in a general statement, which would be included in Council Member Lyden proposed that three (3) items be added to the Criteria Plan; 1) that no additional MUSA be approved until 2003, 2) thee be specific criteria for balance between residential and commercial development, and 3) cluster development be included as land use in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Several questions about Council Member Lyden's proposals were raised. Staff was instructed to explore the three (3) proposals and prepare guidelines for Council to discuss at the Council meeting on Monday evening. Staff was also asked to expand on Item No. 12. Council also asked that Item No. 14 be defined using engineering criteria. Staff was also directed to get a legal opinion and Mr. Ahrens opinion on the revised Interim MUSA Reserve Criteria. PAGE 3 COUNCIL WORK SESSION AUGUST 21,1996 TOWN CENTER PLANNING UPDATE, BRIAN WESSEL Two mandates of the 20/20 Vision Project were that the City develop an identity and look for a method to "kick-start" commercial development. Staff is proposing to satisfy both mandates by developing a Town Center project. Mr. Wessel presented a proposal for a Town Center and a timetable for the project, which he expected, would be privately developed with assistance from the City. The proposal would include a variety of funding options including Livable Communities funds. Total build -out of the Town Center would probably be 10 years. Several area developers have reviewed the Town Center proposal and they are interested in the project. Fairview Health Clinic is very interested in building a clinic next spring and a bank is also interested in the site. Staff explained that architectural guidelines have not been established but would be completed prior to the start of any construction. Staff is proposing to enlist the services of some students at the University of Minnesota College of Architect would result in a well-planned development at minimal costs. Staff expects t ectural criteria would be rural in character. Staff will be presenting ) . (4) different styles to the Council in October. Staff explained that the City is in the process southeast quadrant of the proposed Town Ce before year-end. Ownership of the pro the property. This project will re Utilities will be required for t me property in the pects to have title to the property the City to control development ping to insure orderly development. ear from now. Staff also noted the nee -: •rtation study for the Lake Drive/I-35W intersection. Development of t ' • w nter will greatly affect transportation patterns in this area. The Town Center . ► . 1 . other reason that the Transportation Plan Summary discussed earlier thi e ng with Mr. Robinson is very important to the City. FINAL PLAT, APOLLO BUSINESS PARK, PLAT 2, BRIAN WESSEL Staff presented the final plat of Apollo Business Park, Plat 2. This is an extension of the originally Apollo Business Park plat. Outlot B on this plat will eventually be platted as Apollo Business Park, Plat 3. Council had no further questions on this matter. PAGE 4 • • COUNCIL WORK SESSION AUGUST 21,1996 CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL GAS UTILITY ISSUE, RANDY SCHUMACHER The area of the City where the new Centennial Middle School is located is a part of the Circle Pines Gas Utility franchise. The School District was not aware of this and contracted with Minnegasco to supply gas service during construction of the Middle School. The Centennial School Board has now voted to continue service from Minnegasco because of its rate structure. Mr. Schumacher and Mr. Vern Reinert, the Lino Lakes representative on the Circle Pines Gas Utility have encouraged the School District to secure gas service from the Circle Pines Gas Utility because this provider pays franchise fees to the City. Although staff has been negotiating a franchise with Minnegasco, staff does not expect to come before Council for several weeks with a franchise recommendation. Minnegasco will be coming before the Council and request an update on their franchise. If the Council does not want to place the Centennial Middle Schoo ' t innegasco franchise area, the School Board will have to review their deci SET A DATE IN SEPTEMBER FOR JOINT MEET ' E CHARTER COMMISSION, RANDY SCHUMACHER The Charter Commission has requested a 'oi t with the City Council. The meeting was scheduled for Thursday, SANDBUR DAYS, MARIL The Circle -Lex Lions of September at S the City including Anoka County is al their annual Sandbur Days on the second weekend This is an annual event and requires several permits from cense and a Special Events permit. A food license from q red. Council had no further questions or comments. LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES SURVEY, RANDY SCHUMACHER A regional meeting of the League of Cities will be convened on Thursday, August 22, 1996. This meeting will include a survey of member cities. The survey will contain questions relating to issues in communities for the next 10 years. A copy of the survey results will be made available to all member cities. PAGE 5 COUNCIL WORK SESSION AUGUST 21,1996 SEPTEMBER 24, 1996, 9:30 A.M., ANOKA COUNTY APPRECIATION, RANDY SCHUMACHER The next Anoka County Board of Commissioners meeting will be held on September 24, 1996 at 9:30 a.m. Mr. Schumacher is proposing to formally thank the Commissioners for their assistance with several projects. Mr. Schumacher will prepare a list of projects that have required County assistance and a formal thank you presentation. DISBURSEMENT LIST PROCESSING, RANDY SCHUMACHER Recently Council has raised many questions about various disbursements appearing on the Disbursement Listing presented to Council at each meeting. The questions usually cannot be answered by the staff at the meeting. Payment of these items is tabled and staff is directed to research the questions and bring the information to the next Council meeting. This delays important scheduled payments and sometimes the delay incurs a penalty or extra charge. Staff asked how questions about disbursements could be expedited. Staff was directed to expand the explanation of each disbar questions about a particular disbursement, they should c meeting to get answers. uncil still had o the Council MAYOR'S COMMUNITY SERVICE AWY LANDERS Mayor Landers explained that he award and select one or two ( community service. Coun determine who really m ns itute a citizen's community service yar that would be recognized for their t th e be some criteria or guidelines drafted to d and how often the award should be given. Council Members o let the Mayor know what they feel should be included in the criteria. This m be discussed at the next work session. Council Member Bergeson said that he also favors an employee recognition program. PAWN SHOP ORDINANCE, COUNCIL MEMBER NEAL Council Member Neal asked that the City consider adopting a pawn shop ordinance. He noted that if a pawnshop were to be located in the City at this time, it would take almost one full-time officer to handle the investigation of items that were pawned. This matter was directed to the Chief of Police and will be placed on the next work session agenda. PAGE 6 • • COUNCIL WORK SESSION AUGUST 21, 1996 TRUTH IN TAXATION PUBLIC HEARING DATES, RANDY SCHUMACHER Staff explained that Truth in Taxation public hearings are required to be scheduled within a short time frame. Both the school districts and the county boards are required to establish dates for their public hearings and the municipalities can use the remaining dates. The only date left for Lino Lakes to hold their public hearing is December 5, 1996. Therefore, staff is proposing the following schedule: 1. December 5, 1996, Initial Public Hearing 2. December 12, 1996, Continuation of Hearing 3. December 16, 1996, Adopt Levy and 1997 Budget It was the consensus of the Council that those dates would be acceptable. REGULAR AGENDA, MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 1996 Item 6A, Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit and Site P Shoreview Covenant Church, Ash Street - The Church has meeting to let the area residents know about their Church planned for their site. Council noted the current name of there are plans to change the name. There were not further questions about the ag COUNCIL COMMENTS AND Process for Hiring New when hiring employees. position, takes ap recommendation t provides further dir: . n. ew, rhood onstruction is a f explained that Stwas asked what is the role of the Council her explained that staff does advertise the open terviews prospective candidates and then makes a il. Council then either approves staff recommendation or the open position is a department head or other critical staff position, Council is t ectly involved in the interview process and makes a decision in consultation with the Administrator. Staff also noted that most part-time and seasonal staff is hired without Council approval. AREA AND UNIT FUND Council asked several questions about this fund. Staff explained that the Fund contains approximately $6,000,000. This money is used to fund municipal wells, water towers, trunk utility extensions and other system wide improvements. The money in this fund comes in the form of an assessment from developers or persons building in areas where municipal water and sanitary sewer lines are available. PAGE 7 COUNCIL WORK SESSION AUGUST 21,1996 It was noted that bonds sold by the City this year funded all projects. Staff explained that is true, however, payments on those bonds are funded by the Area and Unit Fund. Council directed the City Administrator and the Finance Director to prepare a presentation regarding the status of all City funds and be prepared to discuss this matter at the next work session. SEWER AND WATER UTILITY RATES Council Member Lyden asked that a conversation about sewer and water utility rates and the senior housing sewer and water rates be held at the next work session. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m. These minutes were considered, corrected and a on November 22, 1999. 4 a-kAA,„. proved regular Council meeting held M , ' lyn G. Anderson, Clerk -Treasurer Ki 11/9/99 (2:10 p.m.) PAGE 8