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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/06/2001 Council MinutesCITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JUNE 6, 2001 DATE TIME STARTED TIME ENDED MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT CITY OF LINO LAKES MINUTES : June 6, 2001 . 5:35 p.m. . 10:15 p.m. : Council Member Carlson, Dahl, O'Donnell, Reinert, and Mayor Bergeson : None Staff members present: City Administrator, Linda Waite Smith; Cit Powell; Economic Development Director, Brian Wessel (part); Economic Development Assistant, Mary Alice Divine (part); Pecchia (part); Community Development Director, Mike Director, Rick DeGardner Engineer, John ner, Jeff Smyser; lice, Dave ublic Services Mayor Bergeson introduced Mr. Neal Haglin, the, 'sew i `tern. TOWN CENTER UPDATE BRIAN WE Marketplace, Brian Wessel — Econo schedule for the Marketplace notin request will be discussed furthe Council Member Carlson second access. City Engine The County has recei access from the Coun ent Director Wessel reviewed the s moving ahead. The financial assistance Council work session. has been any word from the County regarding the owel advised he has not heard anything from the County. . He noted the developer has to apply for the second Economic Development irector Wessel noted that Target has indicated they will not come to Lino Lakes without the second access. The Village Development, Mary Divine — Economic Development Assistant Divine advised staff is continuing to meet with developers and work on a draft letter of intent. The developers will be present at the next Council work session to give an update. Mr. Feffercorn has been chosen to fill the vacancy on the Livable Communities Committee. Council Member O'Donnell asked if a final plan would be presented at the next work session. Economic Development Assistant Divine advised the plan has not changed from what the Council has previously seen. 1 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JUNE 6, 2001 Lino Lakes Marketplace EAW, Jeff Smyser — City Planner Smyser distributed copies of the Lino Lakes Marketplace Environmental Assessment Worksheet. He stated the report has been sent to all the necessary state agencies and it will be posted in the EQB Monitor next week. He noted the worksheet portion of the report could be reproduced for interested parties. Also, the entire report can be supplied if requested. Council Member Carlson expressed concern that the City has not yet received a commitment from Target or Kohls. Economic Development Director Wessel stated Target has made a real commitment to the project. An escrow has been in place for quite some time. The City can request something in writing if necessary. He noted that Lino Lakes is the preferred site but Target does have other options. Council Member Dahl asked if McDonald's is part of the EAW study. City Planner Smyser advised the traffic study itself included the whole site, which included McDonald's. However, McDonald's itself is not part of the study Economic Development Director Wessel noted that he has ,dDo n d's still wants to locate in Lino Lakes. City Planner Smyser advised the Council will deternin f an is necessary after all public comments are received. MOLIN CONCRETE, JEFF SMYSER Mr. Randy Molin, Molin Concrete, c d distributed a handout regarding his comments relating to the condition prepared by staff. He reviewed the conditions from the 1997 appro c;, ents in detail noting the status of each condition. He indicated he i - + OSHA for a variance to eliminate beeper use between the hours of 6:0 a.m. City Planner Smyser .`rixius thought the beeper condition only related to the northern portion of the. aff will verify that information with Mr. Brixius. Council Member Carlson expressed concern regarding all the outdoor storage being screened, with an item such as a sound wall. She stated she wants to see a resolution with OSHA. Mr. Molin stated he has a question regarding a berm and an additional row of trees. Mayor Bergeson directed staff to work with Mr. Brixius to determine the City's intent regarding the berm and additional row of trees. Mr. Molin stated he is also asking to be allowed to eliminate the irrigation system from the conditions of approval. 2 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JUNE 6, 2001 Mayor Bergeson advised there is a formal City process to get conditions of approval changed or eliminated. The two -(2) issues relating to this item are the complaints from the neighbors and legal issues. A resident highlighted his issues regarding the sound test that was not conducted on the east or west side of the site, shuttle lift equipment, and storage only on the northern portion of the site. He indicated he will document all his concerns in writing and distribute to the Council, City staff and Molin Concrete. MARSHAN LANE SUBDIVISION, JEFF SMYSER City Planner Smyser advised a property owner by Marshan Lane, behind City Hall, owns a single parcel with an existing house on the lot. The owner would like to break off a separate lot for the house to sell. There are no utilities there so it is prohibited by ordinance. The property owner has requested Council direction. T options included not selling the property or finding a way to get utilities there. Mayor Bergeson advised the property owner indicated ye rd th a issue has been resolved. NORTH AMERICAN COMPOSITES SITE P FF MYSER City Planner Smyser advised last year there lot for North American Composites. Th .l as proved with a condition relating to the structure and pre -cast panels. and building plan review to create a The property owner has asked not found anyone to make are proposing to replace The design of the building drawing of the propos ral condition be removed because they have t panels. They are also concerned about costs. They a concrete building with stripes across the top. so changed somewhat. City Planner Smyser referred to a Council Member Carlso tated this item should go back to the Planning and Zoning Board for a discussion item. Council Member O'Donnell agreed this item should be reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Board. Economic Development Assistant Divine advised the pre -cast panels were not a condition of approval at the Planning and Zoning Board level. The features of the structure were just a request. City Planner Smyser advised he does not believe the changes to the building are substantial enough to go through the entire City process again. However, the Council did approve the plan with the condition relating to the design of the building. 3 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JUNE 6, 2001 Council Member O'Donnell asked if the owner is open to additional landscaping. City Planner Smyser advised additional landscaping is a possibility. It was the consensus of the Council to put this item on the Planning and Zoning Board agenda Wednesday, June 13, 2001. CSAH 49 RECONSTRUCTION UPDATE, JOHN POWELL City Engineer Powell advised he met with County and State representative's two (2) weeks ago. The State Aid Office is supportive of a "contact sensitive roadway". MnDOT did do a speed study that was not supportive of a speed reduction on the roadway. If the road is designed to have the appearance of a 45 -mph speed limit, MnDOT will work to get that particular speed approved. The design and amenities of the roadway would then be designated for 45 mph. This process would require that the City is a partner in the project design and financial aspects. There are S Aid Funds available. MnDOT would have to be included in the entire pro. ss so i ey can request the 45 -mph speed limit. It has been indicated that funding � :wail .le in 2003 as long as progress is being made. The new design will not `fec the ent from Birch Street to Lake Drive. City staff is waiting for informari xtDOT to develop the schedule and process for the project. City Engineer Powell added that the City wo features of the roadway. The new alignmen Birch to Lake Drive. There would be a Council Member Carlson stated t Drive has been discussed. Sh roadway. She stated she be Northern Instruments. on tai maintenance of the unique t the roadway to the east, north of Egret and Blue Heron. the contact sensitive roadway to Lake her e wetland issues on both sides of the neighbor's homes are closer to the roadway than City Engineer Powell • ate Aid has clearly indicated not much would be gained with a contact sensitive ad ' ay all the way to Lake Drive. Moving the roadway even further to the east will b: ooked at. He stated neighborhood input is needed before a design is submitted. The contact sensitive roadway design is a collaborative effort. Council Member Carlson stated she would like to see a design plan for the citizens to review. City Engineer Powell stated input from the residents is needed before a design can be submitted. He stated neighborhood meetings will be held in late June or early July. The process will begin with a list of what the residents feel is desirable along the roadway. Council Member Carlson stated the process needs to be extended to Elm Street. Those residents also need to be involved. City Engineer Powell advised the focus is from Birch to County Road J. 4 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JUNE 6, 2001 Council Member O'Donnell asked if the County will need additional right-of-way. City Engineer Powell stated the County may ask the City to acquire easements for some of the roadway features. Council Member Reinert stated the City still has the same problem that the roadway is encroaching on residents. City Engineer Powell advised the residents will determine what is important to them relating to the design of the roadway. Council Member Reinert stated the City is making progress but should continue to work on the north end of the roadway. Council Member Carlson stated this has gone on for a year. She would like to see progress made for the citizens. Ms. Lynn Heaser, resident of Lino Lakes, stated that at the State C indicated the entire roadway can go to a 45 -mph speed limit. S data to the next Council meeting to support the 45 -mph spe made to the roadway north of Birch. Ms. Connie Grundhofer (?), asked if residents will roadway. She also indicated that environmentall road as possible. , Mr. Brown he can bring ges can be ew the design of the uld like to see as small of a City Engineer Powell advised citizens • r design of the roadway before it is approved by the City. CSAH 23 DEVELOPMENT •'`. T Y, JOHN POWELL City Engineer Powell ad distributed. He distributed an traffic study. tr." is study is part of the EAW that was previously iewed a memo that summarized the information in the Council Member O'Don 11 why a signal light as Main Street is not being recommended. City Engineer Powell advised that intersection already has flashing signals. Council Member Carlson asked if the historical data has been completed in the EAW. City Engineer Powell advised comments and a letter will be submitted regarding the historical data in the study. He noted the Environmental Board did get the environmental worksheet. Council Member O'Donnell asked how the City can avoid situations with too many stoplights backing up traffic on a roadway. City Engineer Powell advised stop lights will be counterproductive on Lake Drive. There is no way to avoid signal lights on this type of roadway. 5 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JUNE 6, 2001 SCHOOL GRANT FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS, DAVE PECCHIA Chief Pecchia distributed a draft survey and cover letter that will be sent to residents regarding community policing. He asked Council Members to make comments and return it to him early next week. Chief Pecchia advised the Police Department is requesting approval from the Council to apply for a "COPS in Schools Grant" to enter into a partnership with the Centennial School District, specifically in Rice Lake Elementary School. The purpose of the grant is to work toward making Rice Lake Elementary one of the safest school in the nation. Both parties agree to foster positive interaction between school staff, police department employees and the children the City serves. He reviewed the Community Policing Philosophy strategies the department hopes to employ as well as the City's costs related to the program. City Administrator Waite Smith distributed a draft letter to be regarding the formation of police partnerships within the ne Chief Pecchia stated there was an article about hate m a neighborhood meeting regarding this issue on Ju e article in the Quad asking residents to inform the cleanup is necessary. Mayor Bergeson called for a short bre Mayor Bergeson reconvened the COMPREHENSIVE PL 1 TE, LINDA WAITE SMITH ;ghboring cities unities. Press. There will be s also an upcoming nt where neighborhood City Administrator W 'te comments on the draf relating to the letter. vised a memo was faxed to Council Member regarding ensive Plan. She asked for suggestions or comments Council Members made comments regarding the letter and directed staff to send the letter out. Community Development Director Grochala advised staff is meeting with Mr. Brixius on Friday to obtain the maps and discuss how the public hearing on the Plan should be run on Monday. City Administrator Waite Smith noted copies of the draft Plan will be available to residents on Monday. Mayor Bergeson will make opening remarks during the public hearing noting that Council is only asking for input. Council requested a map of where higher density is located be available. 6 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JUNE 6, 2001 This item will appear on the regular Council agenda Monday, June 11, 2001, 6:30 p.m. REGULAR AGENDA, JUNE 11, 2001 Item 4A, Consider 2001 Liquor License Renewals — Council requested information regarding noncompliance for liquor license renewals. Item 7B, SECOND READING, Ordinance 01— 01, Rezoning Lot 13 Block 2 Sunset Oaks; SECOND READING, Ordinance 02 — 01, Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Allocate 2.55 Acres of MUSA Reserve, and Resolution 01— 06, Approving Preliminary Plat for Behm's Farm Park Addition, Century Farms Development — Resolution 01— 06 should be omitted from this item. Item 7E, Resolution No. 01 — 79, Preliminary Plat for Spirit Hills - Council requested information regarding the fencing/screening requests from residen Item 7F, FIRST READING, Ordinance No. 10 — 01, Rezoni ADING, Ordinance No. 09 — 01, Comprehensive Plan Amendme an • ' es E ion No. 01— 77, Preliminary Plat, Saddle Club, Heritage Development C cil •°ected staff to determine the timing deadline for this item. The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 p.m. These minutes were considered, correct '#a • • a ed at the regular Council meeting held on June 25, 2001. Transcribed by: Kim Points TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 7 • : erges • n, Mayor