HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/04/2001 Council MinutesCITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION APRIL 4, 2001
CITY OF LINO LAKES
MINUTES
DATE : April 4, 2001
TIME STARTED : 5:35 p.m.
TIME ENDED : 8:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT : Council Member Carlson, Dahl, O'Donnell,
Reinert (5:40) and Mayor Bergeson
: None
MEMBERS ABSENT
Staff members present: City Engineer, John Powell; Economic Development Director,
Brian Wessel (part); Finance Director, Al Rolek(part); CityP1Smyser;
Economic Development Assistant, Mary Alice Divine (part) ; c Sed ice Director,
Rick DeGardner; Chief of Police, Dave Pecchia; and Ser_ t , u .sch (part)
RESOLUTION REGARDING DEPRECIATION lR Y R AND WATER, AL
ROLEK
Finance Director Rolek advised when the C.
01 — 19, setting sewer and water rates, it req
would designate amounts collected fo
that specific purpose. In response t
53, which states the rationale fo
annual depreciation for future
amount would accumulate
April, the designation for
also states that this de
infrastructure or equip
it adopted resolutions 01 — 05 and
t staff prepare a resolution which
ement costs (annual depreciation) for
, staff has prepared draft Resolution 01 —
ese amounts in the rates and designates the
of system infrastructure and equipment. This
year. Since the rates do not take effect until
ill be prorated from April 1 of this year. The resolution
ount will be reduced only by scheduled or needed
acement.
Council Member Carlso clarified that the amount going into the fund every year is equal
to the amount that the rates were increased.
This item will appear on the regular Council agenda Monday, April 9, 2001, 6:30 p.m.
TOWN CENTER UPDATE, BRIAN WESSEL
Economic Development Director Wessel advised the Target Development Team does
have a deal. He referred to a new drawing and landscaping plan for the project noting the
site for the Super Target and Kohl's Department Store. The intent is to submit the
Planning and Zoning Board packet next week for review in May 2001. The construction
schedule includes breaking ground for both Target and Kohl's in September 2001.
Scheduled completion for Target is July 2002 and somewhat later for Kohl's. The
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development team has a commitment for a bank and two (2) possible retailers. The
current plan does not include any changes to 77th Street. Off-site mitigation will be
required.
Mayor Bergeson asked if there would be retail in the McDonalds site. Economic Director
Wessel advised the Council would make that decision after the property is acquired. The
site is a prime location for commercial. The developer may be interested in purchasing
that property.
Council Member Carlson asked if the County has agreed to a second access and inquired
about stoplights. City Engineer Powell advised the County has not agreed yet to a second
access to the site. There will not be stoplights at 77th Street. The second access will have
stoplights. The Rice Creek Watershed District has not yet agreed to off-site mitigation.
There is a 2 to 1 requirement for mitigation.
Council Member O'Donnell inquired about any incentives the • velop has requested.
Economic Development Director Wessel stated the develop w•e cw 'ng to the City
for incentives. Incentives will be discussed further after ec o easibility study is
completed. The study will be presented at the April 1,5 o it w session.
Council Member Reinert inquired about architec
Economic Development Director Wessel stat
the architectural schemes the design standar
discussed further and presented to the
Economic Development Assistan
regarding the Village. The dev
regarding their idea of a de
development rights for a
next 2-3 weeks.
ards relating to the project.
lan Target does reflect some of
The architectural designs will be
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ed staff met with the developer last week
the beginning stages of drafting a letter
reement. They will be asking for exclusive
e. Staff anticipates the letter will be received in the
Economic Developmen ssi tant Divine continued stating the YMCA met last week
with the YMCA Progr Manager/Architect. They have put together a plan for what the
YMCA will look at according to what activities will be programmed at this site. The
Program Manager/Architect will be back to present a site plan.
Economic Development Assistant Divine added the City just received the application for
the Livable Communities 2001 Grant. The Phase I application is due May 16, 2001.
Staff will bring a draft application to the May 9 Council work session. She noted there is
a joint Council/EDAC meeting tomorrow at 7:00 a.m.
Council Member O'Donnell asked what is involved with exclusive development rights.
Economic Development Assistant Divine advised the developers will be asking for the
rights to develop the City owned property.
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• Mayor Bergeson stated that may be used as a bargaining tool in future negotiations.
UPDATE ON CSAH 49
City Engineer Powell distributed a memo regarding the Request for Special Legislation to
Lower CSAH 49 Speed Limit. The memo indicated a discussion was held with Mr. Chris
Runquist in Jane Kentz's office to find out what happened to the request the City hand -
delivered to her office on March 27.
Mr. Runquist indicated that he contacted Mr. Frank Pafko of MnDOT immediately after
receiving the City letter. Mr. Pafko told Mr. Runquist that MnDOT staff mistakenly
interpreted the City's letter and resolution as a request for a speed study. By the time they
realized their mistake, the study was underway. The study has since been completed and
City staff has the results.
Ms. Krenzt decided there wasn't adequate time to proceed with •eci•' gislation this
year. Instead, her office is working with Mr. Robert Brown • .. OT a• d with
someone from DOT Commissioner Tinklenberg's office r� e the situation.
City Engineer Powell added also included in the memo '`� a 1; <'y rom MnDOT
indicating the data from the speed study does not sp ed limit change at this
time. He advised he has left a message for M 3r • rowut has not yet received a
response. The City will now have to deal w mmissioner's office to get the speed
limit reduced.
Council Member Carlson asked if
regarding this issue. City Engi
Langfield.
Mayor Bergeson stated Marg
City did request a spe
request a speed study.
eard anything from Margaret Langfield
vised he has not hear from Margaret
Langfield left him a message indicating she thought the
e City Administrator advised her the City did not
Council Member O'Donnell asked if the City has had any communications with Mr. John
Olson. City Engineer Powell advised he has not spoke with Mr. Olson since receiving the
letter.
Council Member Reinert suggested the City inquire about what type of road would be
constructed if a 45 -mph speed limit is obtained. City Engineer Powell advised the
roadway would be three (3) lanes with wide shoulders and a shared center lane, possibly
with some medians. A speed limit of 45 would allow Anoka County to construct the
same type of roadway as Ramsey County.
Council Member Carlson asked why there would be medians north of Birch Street to
Lake Drive. City Engineer Powell advised there are not driveways north of Birch Street.
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The medians are not an issue in that particular area. The County will start acquiring
right-of-way regardless of the speed limit. A recommendation has not yet been made.
Staff will review the data received from MnDOT.
Chief Pecchia advised a speed trailer will be going on CSAH 49 this week. The
information will be given to the City Engineer. It may slow normal driving behaviors.
Mayor Bergeson expressed concern that the County may get tired of the delay and take
the money elsewhere. City Engineer Powell advised the County is not being held up.
They have started the right-of-way acquisition and are planning for 2002 construction.
Council Member O'Donnell suggested communication regarding the right-of-way
acquisition be sent to residents. City Engineer Powell advised a notice will be sent to
residents if the County is not sending notifications. The City will know what homes and
businesses will be lost after the right-of-way acquisitions are com„,d.
Council Member Dahl suggested it may be an advantage
on the other end of Lake Drive due to the Target project.
would be a disadvantage to the County because they w
Mayor Bergeson inquired about a timeline to res
City Engineer Powell advised he would ask t
sure they will give him an answer.
EDAC APPOINTMENT
Chief Pecchia distributed a me
agreed to vote on the EDA
meeting Monday. Counc
be notified.
to + start the project
Powell stated that
r leverage.
s before the funding is lost.
ty t question. However, he is not
ity Administrator indicating the Council had
this evening and take formal action at the Council
oted on the vacancy and noted all applicants will
This item will appear o e gular Council agenda Monday, April 9, 2001, 6:30 p.m.
CONTRACT WITH CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR LIAISON AT
SENIOR HIGH, DAVE PECCHIA
Chief Pecchia advised the Lino Lakes Police Department have been requested by the
Centennial School District to provide an officer for the Centennial Senior High School
for the remainder of school year 2000-2001. The Lino Lakes Police Department is
requesting that the City Council approve the Senior High Youth Resource Officer Service
Agreement through the Centennial School District for the remainder of school year 2000-
2001. He noted the School Board did review and approve the contract. Staff has been in
discussion with the School District and the Blaine Police Department regarding the
position for next year.
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Council Member Reinert clarified that the School District does pay for the service and the
Police Department does have staff available for the position.
2001 FEE SCHEDULE, RY-CHEL GAUSTAD
City Clerk Gaustad reviewed a draft of the proposed changes to the 2001 Fee Schedule.
She noted the fee adjustments that reflect administrative and/or material costs.
Council directed staff to send the draft back to each department to make sure the current
fees listed are correct. This item will be put on the next Council work session for further
review
Council Member Carlson noted the Burning Permit Fee is very low compared to
neighboring communities.
Mayor Bergeson stated he would like to discuss the Garbage H in the future. He
stated the Fee Schedule should be reviewed in October of e
City Planner Smyser stated the "Tower Application F
"Communications Tower Fee". Also, this fee shou
and Zoning items.
PARK DEDICATION FEE, JEFF SMYS
changed to
ith the other Planning
City Planner Smyser distributed a rethe Park and Trail Dedication Study.
He reviewed the recommendatio t e Study and explained the calculation
used for the proposed Park Decl
Council Member Carlson , 'sed •ncern that smaller developers may not have the
funds to pay for a stun to sy ne park impact if they disagree with the City's findings.
City Planner Smyser aced he per unit fee has to be based on park needs per State
Statute. The City Attorn has reviewed the study and is supportive of the new park
dedication fee. He stated the City does not have to have a public hearing. However, staff
is recommending a public hearing be held.
Council Member Reinert stated he would like a statement regarding a review every five -
(5) years be added to the resolution.
Council Member Carlson stated the Comprehensive Plan may include a time frame for
park dedication fees review.
It was the consensus of the City Council that a public hearing regarding the new park
dedication fees will be held. Council also asked for a staff recommendation regarding the
implementation of the new park dedication fees. This item will be put on the next
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Council work session agenda. Council directed staff to schedule a public hearing at the
May 9, 2001 Planning and Zoning Board meeting.
Public Services Director DeGardner advised the dollar figure indicating future park costs
does include the athletic complex. That figure may have to be adjusted in the future. He
stated the Park Board has indicated the park fee for commercial/industrial development
should not be eliminated. The fee should stay the same or even increase.
City Planner Smyser advised there is no data that supports a commercial/industrial
development park fee.
Council Member Carlson indicated she also feels the commercial/industrial development
park fee should not be eliminated because the majority of cities surveyed do collect fees
for commercial/industrial development and employee use is likely to increase.
City Planner Smyser advised state law requires justification for
commercial/industrial development. He indicated he will
Attorney.
a park fee for
ue with the City
Mayor Bergeson requested staff speak to the City to `'4 y re ing clarification of an
illegal park fee as opposed to a fee that is not jus
INTERSTATE 35W/LAKE DRIVE TRA NAL, JOHN POWELL
City Engineer Powell distributed
Drive. He read the memo noting
findings after reviewing the fil
action to recover the $125,
reasons:
a •= :ar. mg the traffic signal at 35W and Lake
d of the issue. He also reviewed the other
taff does not recommend pursuing legal
ied in the original letter of credit for the following
1. The Ci does not recommend recovery via a lawsuit.
2. The $125 00 amount is in excess of the benefit received by the
subdivision based on a traffic impact study prepared prior to the plat
approval. With this knowledge, the developer would not reasonable have
agreed to pay the entire $125,000.
3. The City can still recover the cost of signalization at this interchange by
identifying the benefiting area and assessing the costs. This would be
done as part of a public improvement project.
Mayor Bergeson advised there may be possible litigation relating to this issue. Therefore,
a closed meeting should be held with the City Attorney and the developer to discuss
options and the possibility of future negotiations.
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Council directed staff to schedule a closed meeting with the City Attorney and the
developer before or after the next Council work session.
CIRCLE PINES GAS FRANCHISE, DAVE PECCHIA
Chief Pecchia distributed a memo from the City Administrator regarding the second
proposal that has been negotiated for the Circle Pines Utilities Franchise Fee. The
proposal includes the utility to pay the City an annual amount of money that has been
budgeted for two (2) years, then a decreased amount the third year, a further decreased
amount in the fourth year, and finally an amount equal to property taxes for a similar size
non -municipal utility in the fifth and succeeding years.
The proposal would include adding language in the agreement stating that if the City
imposes a franchise fee on other utility companies in the future, it could also do so with
Circle Pines. The memo also requested Council direction on how to proceed with this
issue.
Council directed staff to determine the current amount paid t Pines Utilities
Franchise Fee.
Council Member O'Donnell stated the rates are ve coperi with other companies.
F.
He stated he is not inclined to reduce the franchis ' is time.
Council Member Reinert stated their rates
advantage because they have to pay a fr
competitive without the franchise fe
things should be equal. He state
itive but the company is at an unfair
he company would be more
e playing field needs to be level and all
to see the fee decrease by 3%.
Council Member O'Donne • e company did enter into the agreement. The City
could look at the contract °'t ex res.
Council Member Carl
Pines Utilities. The Ci
the budget.
she would like to know who is being serviced by Circle
d somehow have to make up the money if it is taken out of
Mayor Bergeson directed staff to check on the Circle Pines budget relating to this issue.
This item will be further discussed at a future Council work session.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE, DAVE PECCHIA
Chief Pecchia distributed a memo from the City Administrator regarding the comments
from the Environmental Board on the draft Comprehensive Plan.
Council determined a special meeting will be held to review all comments from the City's
advisory boards related to the draft Comprehensive Plan.
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION APRIL 4, 2001
City Planner Smyser advised letters were sent to landowners today regarding their request
for changes to the land use map.
Chief Pecchia advised another search will be held for the missing person in the County
Park this weekend. The Anoka County Sheriff's Department has taken over the case.
REGULAR AGENDA, APRIL 9, 2001
Item 4A, Consider Resolution No. 01— 28, Adopting 2001 Fee Schedule, was removed
from the agenda.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at the regular Council meeting held on
April 23, 2001.
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Ry-Chel Gaustad, City Clerk
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