HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/05/2001 Council MinutesCITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION SEPTEMBER 5, 2001
CITY OF LINO LAKES
MINUTES
DATE : September 5, 2001
TIME STARTED 5:35 p.m.
TIME ENDED : 9:10 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT : Council Member Carlson, Dahl, O'Donnell,
Reinert, and Mayor Bergeson
MEMBERS ABSENT : None
Staff members present: Administration Director, Dan Tesch; City En ineer, John Powell;
Economic Development Director, Brian Wessel (part); Econopment Assistant,
Mary Alice Divine; Chief of Police, Dave Pecchia (part); Co pity velopment
Director, Mike Grochala; Finance Director, Al Rolek; and b • is =` es Director, Rick
DeGardner
Mayor Bergeson introduced Ann Blair, staff's
position.
TOWN CENTER UPDATE, BRIA
tion for the City Clerk's
Update on Lino Lakes Market o omic Development Director Wessel stated
that last Monday the Council e ly ed the Marketplace project. Staff spent the
week explaining why. Las determined that the project was approved.
Currently, the City's reputa is of ti -growth and companies do not want to do
business with the Cit - Lino es.
Economic Developmen Director Wessel recommended the Council make a positive and
productive decision Mo ay night. The City is in a position to move ahead with the
Marketplace, Livable Communities Grant, and JADT land purchase. The subsidy request
is the same as it was last week and the developer has agreed to it. Staff will continue to
negotiate between now and Friday.
Finance Director Rolek reviewed the figures in the business subsidy noting a portion of
the waived fees can be collected at the end of the business subsidy term. Total pay back
time is approximately 6'h years. He noted the pay back time could be less because the
abatement could be higher due to inflation. It is also important that the retailers open as
soon as possible even though there is a seven -(7) year cap on the subsidy.
Finance Director Rolek explained how the interest component of the subsidy will work
noting it is possible to have an agreement about the interest if the developer pays the
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assessments off early. Staff can discuss that option with the developer per Council
direction.
Council Member Reinert stated five (5) years would be a better term for the subsidy
agreement. A cap on the time and dollars is also an option.
Council Member O'Donnell stated he would also like to see a five -(5) year pay back
period.
Council Member Carlson stated the total subsidy amount has not changed. She expressed
concern about the City not collecting fees that it normally would have collected. She
stated an eight -(8) year pay back period is too long.
Mayor Bergeson stated he looks at it like the City is going to abate a certain amount of
money for a certain number of years. In addition, the City won't cft t some fees in year
one. Also, in year one the City would be collecting a lot more
without the development. He indicated he would support a
Council Member Dahl stated the fees are troublesome
year pay back period. She stated she would do wh
refunding the fees for six (6) months, as the Fin
Council Member Carlson stated the cost of
eight (8) years to cover all the costs. Fi
$519,000. Other business owners i
is. She indicated she wants the d
would not get
ay back term.
support a five -(5)
or the City as far as
tor has recommended.
services will go up and it will take
f tax abatement is approximately
unity want to know where their abatement
come down on the abatement.
Economic Development As vine noted that basically all the community dollars
are spent outside of the city.at amount is quantifiable.
Council Member Reins, ed the figures on the building permit fees.
Council Member Carlso =„ tated she wants to see a contract with JADT and an agreement
that Ryan will pay the same price for that property.
This item will appear on the regular Council agenda Monday, September 10, 2001, 6:30
p.m.
Update on Village — Economic Development Assistant Divine distributed and briefly
reviewed a draft of the application the City is submitting for the Livable Communities
Grant. The application is basically the same application that was submitted last year with
updated figures. The application is due September 26, 2001. The Metropolitan Council
is required to designate the funds by the end of the year.
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Mayor Bergeson stated if Council Members have any concerns they need to let staff know
as soon as possible. It is very important that the City does not send the application
without a clarifying letter similar to last year.
Economic Development Assistant Divine distributed and reviewed a summary of the
market report on senior housing.
Council Member Carlson requested information on affordability guidelines.
This item will appear on the regular Council agenda Monday, September 10, 2001, 6:30
p.m.
BOECKMAN PROPERTY DRAINAGE, JOHN POWELL
City Engineer Powell advised the Council authorized a contract for . 'tch and pond
cleaning in the area of the Boeckman property. The project can of .e until the
Boeckman's well is relocated.
Council Member O'Donnell stated he believes there w
going to be done. He asked where the pipe will be Joca
clarification for the Boeckman's.
bout what is exactly
and and asked for
City Engineer Powell referred to a map and '^dicat the exact location of the proposed
pipe noting the grading will be done accdi to the original grading plan.
Council Member O'Donnell aske
installed. City Engineer Powe
the top.
wer the pond would be with the pipe
and would be at least three (3) feet lower at
Mrs. Boeckman asked how t could stop the neighbor from continuing to fill the pond.
City Engineer Powell s tide City does allow residents to put ponds on their property.
Council Member Dahl asked when the project would start. City Engineer Powell advised
the project would begin in about 2-3 weeks. Any questions regarding the legality of
filling the pond need to be directed to the City Attorney.
Council Member O'Donnell asked if this project and the City is forcing the Boeckman's
to move their well. City Engineer Powell stated the project is forcing the Boeckman's to
move their well. The City needs to provide a positive outlet for the pond. The City could
look at ditching the overflow instead of the pipe. However, that option would be more
susceptible to tampering.
Council Member Dahl inquired about the time frame regarding the possible
reconstruction of the roadway. City Engineer Powell advised the road reconstruction in
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this area might be on next year's ballot. At this point it is not known if sewer and water
will be installed.
Mayor Bergeson suggested the pond be sealed.
Mr. Boeckman stated that if the project goes ahead as proposed, the City should pick up
the cost of moving the well.
Mayor Bergeson suggested the City go the legal rout before the engineering route
regarding this issue.
City Engineer Powell stated the City could also ask the City Attorney how much it would
costs to condemn the whole pond.
Council directed staff to confer with the City Attorney regarding t :alities of this
issue and the cost of condemning the whole pond.
City Engineer Powell recommended that that the very mi y proceed with the
ditch cleaning.
2002 BUDGET DISCUSSION, AL ROLEK
Finance Director Rolek advised there are tw
approve the proposed 2002 budget and adop
asked if there are any concerns relati
ns on the agenda for Monday night:
ify the proposed 2001 tax levy. He
) actions.
Council Member O'Donnell st. his, , erned about it being understandable to the
constituents. He asked what ; ected reserves are with the proposed budget.
Finance Director Rolek state a would get that information for the Friday update. He
stated the third possib on Monday night is regarding the Truth in Taxation
hearing. Due to legisla anion, the requirement for a Truth in Taxation hearing has
been waived. The Coun can still hold a public hearing but the information will not be
known when the hearing is held.
Council Member Reinert stated he believes the City should have a public hearing at least
to give an explanation.
Mayor Bergeson asked if the public hearing could be held as part of the regular Council
meeting. Finance Director Rolek stated the hearing can be on the agenda as part of the
regular Council meeting.
Finance Director Rolek suggested the meeting be held on December 10, 2001.
Council directed staff to schedule a Truth in Taxation public hearing on Monday,
December 10, 2001, 6:00 p.m.
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This item will appear on the regular Council agenda Monday, September 10, 2001, 6:30
p.m.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE, MICHAEL GROCHALA
Community Development Director Grochala advised NAC has finished revising the
maps. The Plan will be submitted to the Metropolitan Council next week. Comments
have been received from the Metropolitan Council and those comments have been
incorporated into the Plan. The biggest issue is their question regarding new residential
development.
Mr. Brixius's response to their question was the figure was for a steady amount of growth
over the specified time period. He indicated the Council wanted to handle the Village
development separately.
Council Member Carlson stated the City would front end the ` _e b that
development is part of the 147 homes per year.
Council Member O'Donnell stated the 147 number wa e e an average over the
next 20 years.
it was the consensus of Council that the 147
average. It was not the City's intent to deve
the future.
es per year is meant to be an
atorium on housing at some point in
Council Member Carlson state • ty • s to being working on the phasing
ordinance. She requested th copy of the draft Plan.
Mayor Bergeson directed sto check on the growth area the east side of Lake Amelia is
on and inform the resi
UPDATE ON ELECT 'i CAL INSPECTOR CONTRACT, DAVE PECCHIA
Chief Pecchia advised the contract came before the Council in July. The Electrical
Inspector has not yet signed the contract and staff is working with the City Attorney to
resolve this issue.
Mayor Bergeson stated the Electrical Inspector indicated his issues include the insurance
requirement was non-standard and the fees. The fees have been collected at the new rate
and he has been asked to return the difference.
Chief Pecchia stated he has not been asked to refund the fees collected. The City has
been holding them until the City Attorney makes a recommendation.
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CITIZENOBSERVER.COM, DAVE PECCHIA
Chief Pecchia stated citizenobserver.com is the new web site for the Police Department.
The Lino Lakes State Bank is sponsoring the web site and there is no charge to the City.
The web site will be used as another means of communication with citizens. Staff has
started to build the City's portion of the web site.
MARSHAN TOWNHOMES, DAVE PECCHIA
Chief Pecchia stated the problems at Marshan Townhomes is a building inspection issue.
Sergeant Hammes and the City Administrator have met with the Homeowner's
Association. The City Attorney is also involved in this issue. The City Attorney has
indicated the building inspectors were within their inspection requirements. There is
correspondence between the parties involved and the City Administrator will be giving
the Council another update.
Council Member Reinert stated he wants the options for the t - as residents laid
out.
Council Member Carlson stated a new issue is con rns bou ssing cement under
garage floors and driveways.
Chief Pecchia stated Pete Kluegel is review
the homes he has inspected are up to co
report presented at the next work ses
POSSIBLE STATE STRI F '' CHIA
ue. Mr. Kluegel has indicated that
formation will be included in the
Chief Pecchia advised if ..e go on strike it will effect the prison facility and there
will be picket lines. aff wi eeting with the prison for off-site unloading of
supplies. It is anticipa " f_� ere will be a lot of media coverage.
Prison staff has indicate s, "hey have adequate staffing within the perimeter of the facility.
There are issues for outside of the facility and additional help will be needed.
CSAH 49 RECONSTRUCTION UPDATE, JOHN POWELL
City Engineer Powell distributed and reviewed a memo regarding the CSAH 49 project
that included a schedule and comments. The City has a general mailing list and will
extend the opportunity to attend to other residents and agencies. The Council will be
updated after every meeting.
Council Member Carlson requested a copy of the memo be mailed to Mrs. Heaser,
resident of Lino Lakes.
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2002/2003 STREET RECONSTRUCTION REFERENDUM DISCUSSION, JOHN
POWELL
City Engineer Powell recommended the road reconstruction referendum be placed on the
2002/2003 ballot. There has not been enough time to gain citizen support to place the
referendum on this year's ballot.
REGULAR AGENDA, SEPTEMBER 10, 2001
There were no changes to the regular agenda.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
These minutes were considered, corrected and approved at the regular Council meeting held on
September 24, 2001.
Jean Ver, Deputy Clerk
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