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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-09-2015 Council Meeting MinutesDATE TIMESTARTED TIME ENDED MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT CITY OF LINO LAKES MINUTES : March 9, 2015 . 6:30 p.m. . 7:45 p.m. : Council Member Kusterman, Rafferty, Roeser, and Mayor Reinert Council Member Stoesz Staff members present: City Administrator Jeff Karlson; Community Development Director Michael Grochala; Chief of Police John Swenson; City Engineer Diane Hankee; City Planner Katie Larsen and City Clerk Julie Bartell PUBLIC COMMENT No one was present to address the council regarding a matter not on the agenda. SETTING THE AGENDA The agenda was approved as presented. CONSENT AGENDA Administrator Karlson explained that Item 1D relates to funding that will be used for fire department equipment. It is a case where the bond proceeds won't be immediately available so the finance director recommends this action that will provide funding in the meantime. Council Member Kusterman moved to approve the Consent Agenda, Items IA through 1E, as presented. Council Member Roeser seconded the motion. Motion carried on a voice vote; Council Member Stoesz absent. ITEM ACTION Consideration of Expenditures: March 9, 2015 (Check No. 99887 — 99953, $176,348.92) Approved Centennial Fire District (Check No. 6790 -6803, $73,900.77) Approved February 23, 2015 Council Work Session Minutes Approved February 23, 2015 Council Meeting Minutes Approved Resolution No. 15-23, Declaring the Official Intent of the City to Reimburse Certain Expenditures form the Proceeds of Bonds to be Issued by the City Approved Resolution No. 15-26, Approving Off -Sale Liquor and Tobacco License for JP's Liquor, Wine and Beer Approved FINANCE DEPARTMENT REPORT 2A) Consider Transfer of $6,000 from Contingency Fund- Administrator Karlson explained that the Lino Lakes Ambassador Program is interested in refurbishing the city float. The group has presented a plan for improvements that would cost in the area of $6,000. The council heard about the plans at the recent work session and asked staff to explore funding. The Finance Director recommends that if funding is provided for the project, it should be taken from the contingency account in an amount up to $6,000. Mayor Reinert explained that the city has a history of having a float and he recalls when it was put together ten or so years ago. The Ambassador Program, that provides great representation of the city, would like to update the float. They a have a plan, and have volunteers ready to do the work. He feels this is a good deal for the city. Ray Culp, representing the Lino Lakes Ambassadors Program, addressed the council. They are proposing to improve the float that serves the ambassadors as they travel to community centered events and represent the city. The Ambassador Program itself provides great opportunity for growth for those participating. He appreciates any help that the city can provide. Council Member Roeser said that the council values the image of the city and he sees the Ambassador Program as part of that image. Mr. Karlson added that staff is working with Mr. Culp on signage options for the float. The mayor remarked that it makes sense to think about yearly expenses for the float operation, to keep it up once improvements are done. Council Member Roeser moved to approve the transfer of $6,000 as presented. Council Member Kusterman seconded the motion. Motion carried on a voice vote; Council Member Stoesz absent. ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT REPORT There was no report from the Public Safety Department. PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT REPORT 4A) Consider Hiring of Paid On -Call Firefighter Paul Peltier - Public Safety Director Swenson reported that he is requesting council authorization for this hiring. Paul Peltier would bring thirty years of experience to the department. Mr. Peltier worked with the White Bear Lake Department and recently retired. He is interested in bringing his experience to the Lino Lakes Department is intrigued with the new model. Chief Swenson explained that he has worked with Mr. Peltier previously and feels he will be a great asset to the department. He would be station chief for the new facility. Council Member Kusterman moved to approve the hiring of Paul Peltier as a paid on-call firefighter. Council Member Rafferty seconded the motion. Motion carried on a voice vote; Council Member Stoesz absent. 413) Public Safety Department Update — Chief Swenson provided an update including the following: - Police Officer Position — the application process for the police officer position just closed and there were 71 applications received. There is a good and diverse applicant pool to be used for the hiring process. - Fire Station Development — the warm weather allows the building process to begin early; prepping with the contractor is underway. - Fire Department Recruiting — a special event to provide information on becoming a paid on-call firefighter will be held on March 24. Members of the new department as well as the new station architect will be present to meet, greet and give information. - Firefighter Training — the first group of trainees is finishing and moving through the exam process. The paid on-call group is moving into training with Century College on April 8. Additionally there are six individuals in the process of background checks. Department members have participated in a live burn exercise along with White Bear Lake firefighters. - New Equipment — the department will take custody of the new trucks on April 1; staff is in the process of locating appropriate housing for that equipment. Council Member Roeser noted that the council has discussed having the area state legislators at a council work session to discuss issues such as cameras and pensions. Chief Swenson noted that he has met with the legislators personally and they had a good discussion of issues. Council Member Roeser remarked on the importance of the keeping on top of state level issues that impact the city. Council Member Rafferty suggested that the council should express gratitude to the cities of Woodbury and White Bear Lake for their assistance in housing the new fire vehicles. PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT REPORT There was no report from the Public Services Department. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT REPORT 6A) Public Hearing; Consider Resolution No. 15-25, Accepting Part II of Wellhead Protection Plan and Authorization to Submit to the Department of Health- City Engineer Hankee introduced Leslee Storlie of WSB Engineering to review the Plan. She noted that the council is being asked to hold the required public hearing this evening regarding the city's Wellhead Protection Plan, Part II, and staff is then requesting authorization to submit the Plan to the State Department of Health. Ms. Storlie reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation outlining Part II of the City's Wellhead Protection Plan; Part II is a devised plan based on the findings of Part I. The presentation included information on: - plan of action; - comment period; - public hearing requirement; - remaining steps (submission of Plan to the Department of Health, city implementation of the Plan, and use of the Plan as a living document to be updated again in ten years). Council Member Kusterman asked where the council can review the actual plan data and Ms. Storlie explained that the data is available for review and that city staff has reviewed it as well. Council Member Kusterman asked if there is anticipation of any challenge to the Plan at the state level and Ms. Storlie said no. Council Member Roeser noted that a good portion of the city has private wells and asked if there would be any impact on those situations? Ms. Storlie said that private wells do have an impact on the Plan and the document includes suggestions that the city can follow, such as education of private well owners. Mayor Reinert opened the public hearing at 7: 11 p.m. There being no one present wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. Council Member Roeser moved to approve Resolution No. 15-25 as presented. Council Member Kusterman seconded the motion. Motion carried on a voice vote; Council Member Stoesz absent. 6B) Consider Resolution No. 15-21 Denying Rezoning of Property Located at 6966 and 6970 Lake Drive from R-1, Single Family Residential to R, Rural — City Planner Larsen noted that the city has received a request from the owners of this property for a rezoning that would allow the keeping of farm animals. Staff and the Planning and Zoning Board are recommending denial of the rezoning request but also recommend researching the possibility of amending the zoning ordinance to base the keeping of farm animals on lot size rather than on zoning district. She reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation that included information on the following: - the location; - the history of the property; - why the city became involved (a building permit was needed for a proposed accessory structure on the property); - where farm animals are allowed; - zoning in the area of this request (there are various uses along Lake Drive); - future land use map; - the Planning and Zoning Board consideration and action; - Findings. Ms. Larsen noted that the applicants, Robert and Carol Stanek, were present. Council Member Roeser noted that one option is to rezone the entire area to rural but that would impact area properties. He wonders how those neighbors would feel about a rezoning. Mayor Reinert noted that every situation seems to be different — Lino Lakes is a city that lends itself to that. He doesn't hear that the city council contends with the property owners plans and apparently the neighbors don't either. He feels the council is on the same track as the owners and this will be worked out. Applicant Robert Stanek addressed the council. He has lived on the property for more than 20 years and he chose it for the elbow room it offers. He and his wife don't want spot zoning but they want to keep the animals. He can assure the council that they don't intend to develop the land and actually much of the two lots are impacted by water. Council Member Rafferty moved to approve Resolution No. 15-21 as presented. Council Member Roeser seconded the motion. Motion carried on a voice vote; Council Member Stoesz absent. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no Unfinished Business. NEW BUSINESS Council Member Roeser noted that the city should look at updating the video equipment in the council chambers; he suggests discussion at an upcoming work session. Administrator Karlson responded that staff is planning for improvements and money is being set aside to fund that work. It would include upgrading the control room and the city council chambers equipment. COMMUNITY EVENTS LINO LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CARNIVAL This event will be held Saturday, March 21, 2015 from 10-3. MONTHLY RECYCLE DAY will be held at Lino Park (7850 Lake Drive) on Saturday, March 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. See city website for a list of accepted items. YOURGOV SERVICE REQUEST APPLICATION - The City has introduced a new application called YourGOV. This is an innovative application that allows residents to conveniently report non -emergency issues and service requests using the web or their smartphone. It can be used to report common issues like potholes, street lights, snow plow damage, or slippery intersections. You can go to the City's website and click the YourGOV logo to make a service request. You can also download the free YourGOV iPhone app. in the iTunes app. store. Users of Android enabled smartphones can download the YourGOV in the Google Play store. Once you have signed in, simply click on the YourGOV logo and follow the steps. Once the request is submitted, YourGOV will automatically deliver requests to the City's Public Services Department where they will be reviewed and routed to the appropriate department. Mayor Reinert added announcements about the Veterans Memorial Project and Emerald Ash Borer. Regarding preparations for Emerald Ash Borer infestation, Community Development Director Grochala noted that staff is working with the Twin Cities Tree Trust to make replacement trees available through a program for city residents. The mayor suggested that the program should allow people to order throughout the year but with a delivery period established as appropriate. He mentioned the possibility of utilizing the rec center land as a staging area. COMMUNITY CALENDAR ADJOURN There being no further business, Council Member Kusterman moved to adjourn at 7:45 p.m. Council Member Roeser seconded the motion. Motion carried on a voice vote; Council Member Stoesz absent. These minutes were considered and approved at the regular Co eetin r 23, 2015. i e Bartell, , ity erk Jeff Re' eMayor Community Calendar—A Look Ahead March 9, 2015 through March 23, 2015 Wednesday, March 11 6:30 pm, Council Chambers Planning & Zoning Monday, March 16 6:30 pm, Community Room R. Mtg w/Advisory Bds Monday, March 23 6:00 pm, Community Room Council Work Session Monday, March 23 6:30 pm, Council Chambers City Council Meeting ADJOURN There being no further business, Council Member Kusterman moved to adjourn at 7:45 p.m. Council Member Roeser seconded the motion. Motion carried on a voice vote; Council Member Stoesz absent. These minutes were considered and approved at the regular Co eetin r 23, 2015. i e Bartell, , ity erk Jeff Re' eMayor