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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/17/2000 Council Minutes (2)• • CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION CITY OF LINO LAKES MINUTES MAY 17, 2000 DATE : May 17, 2000 TIME STARTED : 6:15 p.m. TIME ENDED : 9:30 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT : Council Member Carlson, Dahl, O'Donnell, and Reinert : Mayor Bergeson MEMBERS ABSENT Staff members present: City Administrator, Linda Waite Smith; City Engineer, John Powell; Public Services Director, Rick DeGardner; Administration Director (part); Dan Tesch (part); Community Development Director, Brian Wessel (p Planner, Jeff Smyser; Economic Development Assistant, Mary Alice Divine Pl ng Coordinator, Mary Kay Wyland (part); and CMC City Cler ad (part) EASEMENT ENCROACHMENT, 6471 KING Staff distributed a letter from Mr. O'Fallon re agreement from the City for constructio details of the construction plan, locat Staff noted that in addition Staff recommended den • ement encroachment ound pool. Staff reviewed the sed pool, and actual easement lines. ac a - nt agreement, there is an ordinance issue. uest. Mr. O'Fallon, 647 fi Court, came forward and stated that he believes the City ordinance pertains nd pools. He stated the sewer line is fairly new and will outlive the life of th ool. He stated the pool can be taken apart in sections. He advised he would remove the pool if the City needs access to the easement. He noted the pool is not encroaching on the westerly easement. Approximately l of the pool would be on the easement. The pool is 52" deep. Fencing is required and a privacy fence will be installed. Council Member O'Donnell inquired about another location for the pool. Mr. O'Fallon stated he has an in -ground sprinkler system that would have to be excavated to relocate the pool. Also, he would like the pool to be attached to his deck. Council Member O'Donnell clarified that both an encroachment agreement and variance would be needed to construct the pool. Staff advised the City may handle both at the same time if the Council chooses to proceed. CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MAY 17, 2000 Council Member Carlson expressed concerns regarding setting a precedence if the agreement is approved. She stated it is possible to place the pool in another location. Council Member Reinert stated that use of the property is inhibited by the way it is sliced. He stated he looks for some type of hardship when granting a variance. He stated he also sees the City Engineer's point. Council Member O'Donnell inquired about the time needed to dismantle the pool. Mr. O'Fallon advised in emergency situations the pool could be drained within an hour. He stated there is 20' of access on both sides of the pool. He noted the pool is not a permanent structure. Staff advised the full easement area would be needed if access is necessary. Council Member Carlson noted the request does not meet the five -(5) necessary criteria for granting a variance. Staff noted the agreement would give the City the right to r v e ure if the property owner was not present. Staff added there will b at' in the next newsletter regarding City easements. Council Member Carlson advised she agrees aff recommendation and cannot support the easement encroachment a_ ce. Council Member O'Donnell aees with the staff recommendation. He noted the pool can be plac , :-rent`ocation. Council Member R ; 3+ert` sed he is concerned about the variance. He stated he wanted to support �`- ;:'��t encroachment agreement. Acting Mayor Dahl ised she is concerned about emergency access. She stated it takes too long to remove the structure. She added the property owner knew about the easement when the property was purchased. She advised she agrees with the staff recommendation. It was the consensus of Council that the staff recommendation will stand. TOWERS PLAN, RICK DEGARDNER AND JEFF SMYSER Staff distributed a memo regarding the background of PCS service facilities. Staff recommended the City initiate a moratorium of new tower construction until a complete tower location plan is completed. A moratorium for a reasonable time will not violate the federal law, according to Mr. Strommen. 2 • • CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MAY 17, 2000 Staff added the City Attorney has advised that if the City acts on May 22, 2000, to direct staff to prepare a moratorium ordinance and establishes the public hearing date, the City can delay approvals of applications for new towers until the study is completed. Staff recommended this item be added to the May 22, 2000 agenda. The report will be prepared and forwarded to Council Members on Friday. It will describe the purpose of the moratorium and detail the Council action to initiate the process for adopting the moratorium. Staff will confer further with the City Attorney to ensure proper legal issues are covered. Council Member Carlson requested information regarding tower plans for the City of Blaine and Hugo. Staff advised Hugo does not have a tower plan. Several surrounding communities have indicated they want to be a part of the study. Staff advised that the moratorium will be for approximately 90 days. Staff added that the City cannot prevent the companies from providing service. Staff read the information from the Federal Communications Act, 1996. Staff noted there are no restrictions relatin: to the fee for the towers. This item will appear on the regular Council agenda Mond `d, 6:30 p.m. FEE SCHEDULE, RY-CHEL GAUSTAD Staff advised Resolution No. 2000 — 39 sets t - edul"e for year 2000. This document established commonly used . • y City staff. Staff reviewed the proposed f was noted that many of th incurred costs in excess detail noting the recommended changes. It t by tate Statute. The asterisk items note the City tion fee will be added. Staff referred to th �o everages fees. A handout was distributed regarding Municipal License - `' t Fee Survey Averages for neighboring cities. Staff recommended the proposes liquor on -sale fee be set at $4,000 - $4,5000. The fee can be justified due to compliance checks. It was the consensus of Council to set the on -sale liquor fee at $4,500. Staff noted the tower application fee of $10,000 should include an asterisk. This item will appear on the regular Council agenda Monday, May 22, 2000, 6:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MAY 17, 2000 SNO BARONS PROPOSAL TO MOVE HAY DAYS TO LINO LAKES, JEFF SMYSER Staff advised the Sno Barons is a snowmobile club that puts on the annual Hay Days event in Columbus Township. The Sno Barons would like to purchase approximately 100 acres in northeastern Lino Lakes. The club would establish its headquarters there and it would be the new site of the Hay Days event. Staff advised they have spoke with club members on two (2) occasions. After receiving comments back from other City staff, the club was informed that staff would not support having the event at the proposed location. The primary concern is traffic, but there are other concerns as well. The Sno Barons club requested a discussion with the City Council. Staff noted it cannot support the Hay Days event but could possibly support the locations of the club in the proposed location. Mr. John Weber, 14224 Davenport Street NE, came forward staff several times. He stated there are always issues with wishes to discuss the issues. He stated they want to mov held on Waldock's farm. The club desires to be mo spoke with the club event is currently established. Mr. John Seviola, 19411 Rochester Street NE afd and stated the race is on 90 acres. The purchased land is approxi e stated the club has a good rapport with the sheriff. There we - n 3 nts regarding the event last year. Traffic is a problem that they are tryin a noted the club does not want to grow. The creek on the purchase + oulnot be disturbed. The club does not have a final plan. The club w the City concerns before moving forward. He read an article in the F L. . aper regarding the club moving their location. Council Member O n 1 inquired about the number of events each year. Mr. Seviola advised the Hay Days event is an annual two -(2) day event. The club has interest in holding an annual car show also. Council Member O'Donnell noted the property could be in play relating to the County's plans for a connection at 35W and 35E. Council Member Carlson stated there are many road concerns. She requested information regarding the comparisons of road issues between the old site and proposed site. Staff noted there is noting in current City ordinance regarding this type of event. Obtaining the permit is a lengthy process. 4 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MAY 17, 2000 Mr. Seviola suggested another meeting be held after Council Members review the information and visit the proposed site. Council Member Reinert stated there are two (2) issues: building a permanent location on the site and holding the annual event. Once the structure is built will it may not require an annual permit. Staff advised they can prepare research regarding this issue. Acting Mayor Dahl inquired about plans for the clubhouse and the size. Mr. Weber advised the club has no detailed plans at this point. The City Engineer suggested staff to talk to neighboring communities regarding this issue due to traffic concerns. Council directed staff to keep the Sno Barons informed regarding t TOWN CENTER UPDATE, MARY ALICE DIVINE Staff advised a development team has been formed. neighborhood housing, another interested in re housing on another site. All of the developer development standards before. Staff also advised they Aare pu grant. The Planning and Z meeting. Staff hopes t oper interested in d another interesting in with these type of pplication for a Livable Communities d is ntinuing the public hearing to the June, 2000, e developers about commercial development. MARMON KEY • RY ALICE DIVINE Staff advised the Cis working with a prospect called Marmon Keystone. Marmon Keystone is a distributor of pipe for agriculture. The company is interested in an 80,000 square foot facility in the Apollo Business Center. Staff referred to the location on a map. The company employs nine (9) people and anticipate 2-4 more employees in the next few years. The company hopes to come before Council in July, 2000. Staff advised they have given the company a TIF proposal in the amount of $319,000 for a term of three (3) years. The building will cost approximately 3.2 million and bring in $150,000 in annual taxes. Staff noted they are following the current TIF policy from EDAC, which is more conservative than past practice. Staff advised they will proceed with a formal proposal to the company. They company will be requesting one corner of the site for temporary outside storage. They are currently leasing land in Little Canada. 5 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MAY 17, 2000 Council Member O'Donnell stated it would be helpful to have the TIF review before this issue comes before Council. Staff advised they will try to schedule a TIF review meeting before this project comes before the Council. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE, JEFF SMYSER Staff advised Council Members are continuing to meet regarding this issue. The Council Members have gone through the inventory. Staff has received requested changes from Council Members. Additional meetings have been scheduled. Council Member Carlson noted the meetings have been constructive. Some staff members have been invited to the meetings. She suggested Mr. Jamie Schaps, Chair on the Comprehensive Plan Task Force, be invited to the June 9, 2000, meeting. BLUE BILL PONDS UPDATE, JEFF SMYSER Staff advised Blue Bill Ponds is the proposed development ay'n t Wood Duck Trail. The site is within the existing MUSA and is zone Heritage Development has reached an agreeme will allow Wood Duck Trail to be a full inters with the access management plan appro will serve land on the south side of circulation in that area. useofPraise Church that he " ``'` ension of this road complies ncil April 24, 2000. The road iding safer access and, in the future, With the agreement bet t,« eloper and the church, the project review can proceed. The Plan g ning oard will review revised plans at the June 14, 2000, meeting. Council Member C on inquired about the number of new lots. Staff advised the number of new lots is 77. Council Member Carlson noted the City keeps approving plats without a phasing policy. Staff noted Charter requirements have to be taken into consideration relating to a phasing policy. This item will appear on the regular Council agenda in July, 2000. CLEARWATER CREEK 4" ADDITION UPDATE, JEFF SMYSER Staff updated the Council regarding Clearwater Creek 4th Addition. Staff referred to a map indicating the location of the project. The 4th Addition includes 55 new lots. The 6 • CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MAY 17, 2000 preliminary plat was approved with a phasing plan. To date, 55 building permits have been issued. Staff advised they have seen the first draft of the 4th Addition. Changes are being made. Grading will begin in that area. Issues relating to the 4th Addition include four (4) lots that are not and the MUSA. Forty percent of the site is open space owned by the City. Clearwater Creek is a prototype for the City relating to preservation development. The project is progressing. Council Member Reinert inquired about any additional City liability relating to the open space. Staff advised the City, will not need any additional liability insurance. REGULAR AGENDA, MAY 22, 2000 Board Interviews were scheduled for 6:00 p.m. prior to the regular Council meeting. Item 6F, Initiation of Tower Moratorium, was added to the re The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m. These minutes were considered, corrected and a regular Council meeting held on June 12, 2000. Ry Chel Gaustad, City Transcribed by: Kim Points TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 7 J n Bergeson, ayor