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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/08/1999 Council MinutesCOUNCIL MINUTES DATE TIME STARTED TIME ENDED MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT MARCH 8, 1999 CITY OF LINO LAKES MINUTES March 8, 1999 6:35 P.M. 7:23 P.M. Bergeson, Lyden, and Mayor Sullivan Dahl and Neal Staff members present: City Administrator, Linda Waite Smith; Administration Director, Dan Tesch; City Attorney, Bill Hawkins; Community Development Director, Brian Wessel; City Engineer, John Powell; Public Services Director, Rick DeGardner; Economic Development Assistant, Mary Alice Divine (part); Environmental Specialist, Marty Asleson (part); and Clerk - Treasurer, Marilyn Anderson SETTING THE AGENDA Mayor Sullivan deleted Item 2A, Mayor Sullivan's State of the City. Item 3A, Consideration of Annual Board Appointments, was also deleted. The amended agenda was approved as presented • CONSENT AGENDA • Mayor Sullivan deleted Items li and lii, Consideration of Minutes for February 17, 1999. Council Member Lyden moved to approve the amended Consent Agenda. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion . Motion carried unanimously. ITEM MINUTES: February 22, 1999 DISBURSEMENTS: March 3, 1999 (Check No. 55438-55531, $81,888.47) March Manuals ($182,305.91) Centennial Fire District February 23, 1999 ACTION Approved Approved Approved Approved COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH S, 1999 Centennial Fire District March 2, 1999 Approved Mayor Sullivan reminded those present of the guidelines for audience participation in City Council meetings, emphasizing the need for respectful dialog. OPEN MIKE No one appeared for open mike. Mayor Sullivan stated the City's newsletter contains a pull out section from the Parks Department outlining activities for spring. She advised that page 13 contains the order form for the annual tree sale sponsored by the Friends of the Parks Foundation. Mayor Sullivan stated that Ms. Mary Stohmeyer, in conjunction with Police Officer Tim Ross, have installed three (3) "No Passing on Shoulder" signs along Lake Drive. She thanked Ms. Stohmeyer and Officer Ross for their help and participation. Mayor Sullivan stated that a meeting regarding the proposed changes on Main Street will be held by the County on March 10, 1999, 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in an open discussion forum and citizen's comments are welcome. Citizens are to call City Hall or Anoka County for additional information. Mayor Sullivan advised that a recent study was conducted regarding public attitudes for urban growth. Lino Lakes is way ahead regarding growth issues and is setting a trend relating to those issues. Mayor Sullivan stated the Lake Drive Trunk Utilitiesproject will be worked on this summer. The utilities will be completed up to the Lino Lakes Elementary School by September 1, 1999. Extended work hours will be needed to complete the project on time. Updates regarding the project will be given to all residents. Mayor Sullivan stated that the bill Senator Krentz is working on regarding school zone speed limits passed the Senate General Session today. It will now go to the House Transportation Committee for approval. ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT REPORT, DAN TESCH Consideration of Annual Board Appointments - Upon adoption of the agenda, this item was deleted. Consideration of Resolution No. 99 - 11, Transfer of $30,000 from General Fund to Road Reconstruction Fund - Mr. Tesch advised that Resolution No. 99 - 11 will transfer $33,730.00 dollars from the Excess Reserve Fund to the Road Reconstruction Fund. 2 • • • COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 8, 1999 Council Member Bergeson moved to adopt Resolution No. 99 - 11, as presented. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 99 - 11 can be found at the end of these minutes. Ordinance No. 03 - 99, Amending Cable Franchise to Extend Existing Franchise - Mr. Tesch stated that the North Metro Telecommunication Commission has requested member cities extend the existing franchise agreement with Media One to October 1, 1999. This will give staff the time needed to evaluate the cable company's proposal for renewal. Council Member Lyden moved to adopt Ordinance No. 03 - 99, as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 03 - 99 can be found at the end of these minutes. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REPORT, BRIAN WESSEL JADT Amoco/McDonalds, Lake Drive at Apollo, Planned Development Overlay, Preliminary Plat,, Conditional Use Permit - This item was removed from the agenda. Mr. Wessel advised that the developer has requested an extension to negotiate with McDonalds for a free standing restaurant. Mr. Wessel noted that no commercial incentive from the City has been offered for this development. An update will be given at,the March 17, 1999, Council Work Session. Consideration of Resolution No. 99 -12, Endorsing City Participation in the Construction of a YMCA in The Village, Mary Alice Divine - Ms. Divine stated this resolution provides $1.5 million in financialsupport from the City of Lino Lakes for the construction of the YMCA. It also endorses the use of City owned land in the Village and the provision of infrastructure for the project. Ms. Divine stated the City's commitment to the project is based on the YMCA and the City reaching satisfactory agreement on the terms of the City's participation and its benefit to Lino Lakes residents. It is also contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all financial details. Council Member Lyden moved to adopt Resolution No. 99 - 12, as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 99 - 12 can be found at the end of these minutes. Clearwater Creek Greenway Grant Application, Marty Asleson - Mr. Asleson stated that Resolution No. 99 - 14 supports submittal of a grant application to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources under a new program called Metro Greenways Grant Program. The grant money would be used for the acquisition of land and construction of the Greenway. COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 8, 1999 Mr. Asleson noted the Greenways Grant Application the City wishes to submit is being submitted as a cooperative effort with the City of Hugo, only with separate grant applications. The Rice Creek Watershed District will act as a supporting agency for both parties. Council Member Bergeson moved to adopt Resolution No. 99 - 14, as presented. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Accepting Easement and Authorizing Payment for Lake Drive Trunk Utility Improvements, John Powell - Mr. Powell stated easement negotiations are underway with property owners throughout the length of the project which begins at Apollo Drive/Lilac Street and extends to Lino Lakes Elementary School on Main Street, west of Lake Drive. Recently the following property owners have signed Easement Grants for the project: Theresa Krysinski Henry and Patricia Amundson Parcel 12 and 12T Parcel 16T $2,000.00 $4,768.00 Staff recommended Council adopt Resolution No. 99 - 13, accepting the Easement Grants and approving payment for the Lake Drive Trunk Utility Improvements. Council Member Bergeson moved to adopt Resolution No. 99 13, as presented. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 99 - 13 can be found at the end of these minutes. PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT REPORT, DAN TESCH Accept Resignation of CSO, Steve Bikke - Mr. Tesch stated CSO Steve Bikke has submitted a letter of resignation from the Lino Lakes Police Department as a Community Service Officer. Steve will become a full-time police officer with the City of Lino Lakes effective March 1, 1999. Council Member Lyden moved to accept the resignation from CSO Steve Bikke, as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Conditional Job Offer to CSO, Kelly McCarthy - Mr. Tesch stated staff is asking for the City Council to approve a conditional job offer based on Ms. McCarthy's successful completion of Law Enforcement Skills Course, Post Licensure, Background Check, and Medical and Psychological exam. Mr. Tesch noted the start date for Ms. McCarthy as a full time officer is anticipated as August, 1999. Council Member Lyden moved to approve a condition job offer to Ms. Kelly McCarthy, based on successful completion of Law Enforcement Skills Course, Post Licensure, Background 4 COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 8, 1999 • Check, and Medical and Psychological exam. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. • • PUBLIC SERVICE DEPARTMENT REPORT, RICK DEGARDNER Consideration of Circle Pines Park Property Lease - Mr. DeGardner stated the proposed lease allows the City of Lino Lakes to construct a playground area and a half court basketball court immediately behind the wellhouse on Sandhill Drive. The trail will permit residents easy access to Baldwin Park which consists of a baseball field, playground equipment, and a hockey rink. The term of the lease is for a period of 25 years with the City of Lino Lakes having the option to extend the term of the lease for an additional 15 years. The cost of this agreement is $1.00 per year. Mr. DeGardner noted the City of Lino Lakes will be responsible for the improvements and maintenance of this area. Council Member Bergeson moved to approve the authorization of the Mayor and City Administrator to enter into the Circle Pines Park Property Lease. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Accepting 1999 Park Board Goals - Mr. DeGardner referred to a list of the 1999 Park Board Goals that were approved by the Park', Board on March 1, 1999. Mr. DeGardner asked Council to accept the 1999 Park Board Goals. Council Member Lyden moved to'eccept the 1999 Park Board Goals, as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Awarding Playground Equipment Bid- Mr. DeGardner stated that on Friday, February 26, 1999, 10:00 a.m., bids were opened for the 1999 playground equipment projects. There were three (3) companies submitting proposals for two (2) playground sites being upgraded this year. Staff recommended Council award the following park projects: Marshan Park Arena Acres Park Flanagan Sales, Inc. (Little Tikes) $27,000 Flanagan Sales, Inc. (Little Tikes) $20,000 Council Member Bergeson moved to award the contracts to the projects, as presented, to Flanagan Sales, Inc. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 8, 1999 Mr. DeGardner added that equipment installation has been scheduled for May 22, 1999, for Marshan Park. Installation is scheduled for Arena Acres Park in mid to late June, 1999. Volunteers are needed for installation at both parks. Consideration of Resolution No. 99 - 10, Accepting Donation from Forest Lake Area Athletic Association - Mr. DeGardner stated the Forest Lake Area Athletic Association (FLAAA), and the Lino Lakes Girls Softball Association (LLGSA) have agreed to assist the City in improving City Hall Park Field #1. The total estimated improvement cost is approximately $7,500. The FLAAA and LLGSA has agreed to contribute $3,000 for the improvements to City Hall Park Field #1. The remaining $4,500 will come from the Park Dedication Fund. Council Member Lyden moved to adopt Resolution No. 99 - 10, as presented. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 99 - 10 can be found at the end of these minutes. OLD BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS - None COMMUNITY CALENDAR FOR MARCH 9 ,1999 THROUGH MARCH 22, 1999 Planning and Zoning Board, Wednesday, March 10, 1999, 6:30 p.m. CAG Meeting, Monday, March 15, 1999, 7:00 p.m. Council Work Session, Wednesday, March 17, 1999, 5:30 p.m. Coffee with the Mayor, Friday, March 19, 1999, 7:30 a.m. City Council Meeting, Monday, March 22, 1999, 6:30 p.m. Annual Board of Review, Monday, April 19, 1999, 6:30 p.m. Earth Day, April 24, 1999 (Volunteers are Needed) 6 COUNCIL MINUTES • ADJOURN • • MARCH 8, 1999 There being no further business, Council Member Bergeson moved to adjourn at 7:23 p.m. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried un.. ously. minutes were conside - d and approved at th r:Ir % -; i ar Co , � eeting, March 22, 1999. illi. il, erly , g )v) .Viger, Deputy Clerklip Trscribed by: Kim Points, TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. ullivan, Mayor Council Member Lyden introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption. CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 99-10 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATION FROM THE FLAAA AND LLGSA WHEREAS, the Forest Lake Area Athletic Association (FLAAA) and the Lino Lakes Girls Softball Association (LLGSA) provide recreational opportunities for the youth of Lino Lakes and; WHEREAS, the FLAAA and LLGSA practices and schedules their games at the City Hall Park ballfields; and WHEREAS, the FLAAA and LLGSA has expressed their desire to assist the city in improving the ballfields at City Hall Park. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes, the Council accepts the FLAAA and LLGSA donation of $3,000 to help finance improvements to City Hall Park Field #2 including the new backstop, fencing, and players benches. Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 8th day of T.,%ei Nt.c)%/1/4, A tcC 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 • ci, 19• ullivan thereof: Bergeson, Lyden, Sullivan The following against same: none, Dahl and Neal were absent Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. • • • • • • Council Member Bergesnn its adoption: introduced the following resolution and moved CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 99-11 RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING $33,730.00 DOLLARS FROM THE GENERAL EXCESS RESERVE FUND INTO THE ROAD RECONSTRUCTION FUND WHEREAS, in 1998 the city council accepted the 1997 City Audit, and WHEREAS, the 1997 Audit identified an Excess Reserve Fund, and WHEREAS, after some consideration the city council designated those dollars to various projects, $33,730.00 of which was to be placed in Road Reconstruction Fund, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED That the council does hereby. DESIGNATE AND TRANSFER $33,730.00 FROM THE 1997 GENERAL EXCESS RESERVE FUND IN TO THE ROAD RECONSTRUCTION FUND: Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 8th day � arch • • Sii.1 f, ber ullivan, Mayor Viger, Deputy Clerk easurer e motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Council Member Lyden and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bergeson, Lyden, Sullivan The following voted against same: none, Dahl and Neal Absent Whereupon said resolution was duly passed and adopted. Member Lyden introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: LINO LAKES CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 99-12 ENDORSING FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A YMCA IN THE VILLAGE WHEREAS, the YMCA has proposed to enter into a joint venture with the City of Lino Lakes to develop a facility in the Village in Lino Lakes, and WHEREAS, The YMCA has agreed to provide Lino Lakes residents with special membership privileges in exchange for financial participation by the City in the construction of the YMCA facility , and WHEREAS, the City owns public land within The Village which can only be used for public purposes and cannot be sold for private development, and WHEREAS, the City is seeking a community center that is not financed and operated solely through public funding, and WHEREAS, the City endorses the construction of a YMCA in the Village for the purpose of providing a family oriented community center that will enhance community identity and quality of life for Lino Lakes residents, and WHEREAS, a YMCA in The Village fits into the overall economic development and community development goals of the City, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby supports the contribution of publicly owned land and the cost of public infrastructure for the construction of the YMCA, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council supports the investment of $1.5 million for the construction of the YMCA providing that, based on mutual agreement between the City and the YMCA, a viable facility of sufficient size and programming can be constructed as a joint venture. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that city staff and consultants are directed to negotiate terms with the YMCA and develop a financial plan for the completion of the YMCA plan and program in Lino Lakes. • • • • • Council Member Bergeson adoption: introduced the following resolution and moved its CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 99-13 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING UTILITY EASEMENTS AND APPROVING PAYMENTS FOR THE LAKE DRIVE TRUNK UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS. WHEREAS, pursuant to a resolution of the City Council passed by the council on October 27, 1997, the Lake Drive Trunk Utility Project was ordered; and, WHEREAS, utility easements are needed to construct the improvements; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to a resolution of the City Council passed by the council on November 10, 1997, the acquisition of the necessary easements was authorized; and, WHEREAS, property owners along said improvement have agreed to execute Permanent and Temporary Easements that will accommodate the improvements. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA: 1. To approve the easement grants and payment amounts for the following parcels: Theresa Krysinski Parcel 16T $ 2,000.00 Henry and Patricia Amundson Parcel 12 and 12T $ 4,768.00 Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this t. !. 1). k i a A A - -M. Viger, Deputy Cle A I 8 Ki fM 999. be y A. �' uII *an, Mayor The motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Council Member Lyden and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bergeson, Lyden, Sullivan The following voted against same: none, Dahl and Neal were absent Whereupon said resolution was duly passed and adopted. CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the above is a correct copy of a resolution duly passed, adopted and approved by the City Council on March 8, 1.99. to• (an M. Viger, De uty Clerk BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding by the City will not be made available until such time as the City has received a commitment from the YMCA to finance their portion of the project and a plan acceptable by both parties has been agreed to. Dated: March 8, 1999 ATTEST: LAN till \A, M. Viger, Deputy Jerk rly A. Sullivan, Mayor The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Bergeson and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Bergeson, Lyden, Sullivan and the following voted against same: none, Dahl and Neal were absent Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. • • • • Council Member Bergeson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: CITY OF LINO LAKES RESOLUTION NO. 99 - 14 RESOLUTION Supporting Metro Greenways Grant Submittal For The Construction Of The Clearwater Creek Greenway WHEREAS, The City of Lino Lakes has prepared a plan to develop a greenway along Clearwater Creek from The City of Hugo to Interstate 35W; AND WHEREAS, This greenway is an integral part of the stormwater management needs of the soon to be developed commercial area along this creek corridor; AND WHEREAS, The City of Lino Lakes desires to preserve the environmental qualities of the Clearwater Creek Corridor and the water that flows from this creek into the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes; AND WHEREAS, Creating this greenway will provide buffers and ponding areas adjacent to the creek to allow for protection of our water resource; AND WHEREAS, The Clearwater Creek Greenway would provide a means to restore biologic diversity in the animal and plant community along the greenway; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA That the Greenway Grant application to the 11fnnesota Department of Natural Resources, requesting assistance to purchase land and construct the Clearwater Creek Greenway for the ecological benefits of our natural environment so that residents may enjoy these benefits for years to come, be approved. Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 8thday of March 1999. Mayor Kim Sullivan •loki.,14,r,2`J yn G. Anderson, Clerk -Treasurer • • The motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Council Member Lyden and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof. Bergeson, Lyden, Sullivan The following voted against same: none, Dahl and Neal were absent Whereupon said resolution was duly passed and adopted.