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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-04-85 CCMM LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 4, 1985 Mayor Morgan called the special meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers. Present: Armstrong, Christ, Dunn, Mazzara, City Administrator Klaers and City Attorney Knaak. 1. Resignation letter from City Administrator, Patrick D. Klaers Patrick D. Klaers has submitted his resignation letter and stated the conditions in which he would like to have the resignation accepted. Severance terms provide Klaers will be paid for 105 days, 60 days severance pay and. 45 days of the usual 90 day notice period, beyond July 1st, plus two weeks vacation. Mazzara would like to see Klaers kept on for a longer period of time because of the time it will take to fill the position and for the amount of severance compensation that is being paid out. M/S/P Morgan/Christ - to accept Patrick Klaers resignation as City Administrator and to accept the terms as outlined in his resignation letter dated June 24, 1985. (Motion carried 5-0). M/S/P Morgan/Christ - to adjourn the special meeting. (6:50 p.m.). �d Lit, V d LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 4, 1985 Mayor Morgan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council chambers. Present: Armstrong, Christ, Dunn, Mazzara, City Administrator Klaers, City Engineer Bohrer, and City Attorney Knaak. 1. Agenda M/S/P Morgan/Dunn - To approve the agenda for the June 4, 1985 City Council meeting as amended. Add: 51. - Report on the Ramsey/Washington metro watersheds drainage plan, 6A. Olson Lake Weir, 6B. Fill for Flood -threatened Homes, 6C. Resignation of City Administrator, 6D. Halfway House and 6E. Acting Aity Administrator. (Motion carried 5-0) 2. Minutes M/S/P Mazzara/Christ - To approve the May 7, 1985 City Council Meeting minutes as amended. (Motion carried 5-0) M/S/P Mazzara/Christ - To approve the May 21, 1985 City Council Meeting minutes as amended. (Motion carried 5-0) 3. Claims M/S/P Mazzara/Dunn - To approve claims 86143 thru 86190, excluding 86157, as presented. (Motion carried 5-0) Christ brought up claim 86157 regarding Patrick Klaers charge of $62 for travel to Brainerd. His understanding was that the $100 expense account was to handle this type of expense and additional bills for travel was not necessary and would like to scratch this claim. Klaers stated that his contract covers travel within the metro area and not outside. Armstrong and Dunn questioned the definition of the metro area and whether or not Brainerd is covered. Morgan inquired if it was an allowable expense according to his contract, and if it was then the council should pay it. M/S/P Morgan/Mazzara - to approve the $62 travel expense to Brainerd of City Administrator, Pat Klaers. (Motion carried 4:1<Armstrong>) LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 4, 1985 Page 2 4. Public Inquiries Pursuant to published notice, this public inquiry was opened at 7:12 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Mr. Steve Grabski appeared before the City Council as a public inquiry regarding the possibility of a simple lot division and a lot size variance to remedy the illegal subdivision of his property in Lane's DeMontreville Country Club approximately one year ago. The City Engineer, Larry Bohrer, distributed maps of the lots prior to July 1984 and then the lots as sold after July 1984. The reason it became known to him was because the Steve Grabski lot was part of the 201 program and was planning on putting the septic system on lot 610-612. Now that 610 and 611 is sold off, that was ruled out. According to the City code, this dividing of an already substandard building site is not allowed. The City Council instructed Larry to meet with Mr. Grabski and see what could be worked out. Mr. Grabski tried to purchase back lot 610 and 611, but found the price had tripled. Also lot 610 and 611 cannot be purchased back under the 201 program because they will not participate in the land acquisition that only benefits one individual. They are now investigating a possibility of a holding tank on the Marchio property as a last resort. Mr. Grabski would like to combine lots 519-523 and lots 616-620 to make a possible building site. This would consist of 0.459 acres. A simple lot division would clean up the situation, and it would take a lot size variance. The code requires 0.9 acres and the average lot size in Lake DeMontreville is 0.579 acres which the Council has used as a guide in the past. According to Larry, the lot size variance would not determine the buildability of a lot, but the septic system, pore tests and design would determine the buildability. Mr.. Grabski realizes that he will have to submit his proposed simple lot division and lot size variance request through the Planning Commission as required by the City Code. He appeared before the City Council to get their feelings on the possibility of this subdivision. The Mayor stated that he personally was not receptive to this subdivision because the lot size being so small that they would not even equal the average of the area. Bruce Dunn asked what happened a year ago when they were going to undo this sale. The answer being that Larry and Pat had met with the City Attorney, and he suggested they meet wth Mr. Grabski to find out the facts and to find some way to work it out rather than go to court and rescind these sales. Now there is an innocent third party, Marchio, who has purchased the property and put substantial improvements that has to be considered. The consensus of the Council is that the illegal subdivision should be a matter of civil action between Mr. Grabski and the new owner, Mr. Marchio. LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 4, 1985 Page 3 5. City Engineer's Report A. Landfill Water System Update The Engineer reported that he had transmitted all of his preliminary design data to the Ramsey and Washington County staffs and their engineer, Hickok and Associates, on May 24, 1985. The Engineer suggested a meeting of all parties for May 31, 1985. The earliest date acceptable to the Counties is June 13, 1985; therefore, the Engineer will not be able to report back to the City Council until the first meeting in July. B. Shoreland Permit for Lot 4, Block 2 of Teal Pass Estates 3rd Addition The City Engineer, Larry Bohrer recommends approval of the shoreland permit contingent upon the applicant meeting the conditions of the DNR. M/S/P Christ/Mazzara - to approve a shoreland permit for Lot 4, Block 2, Teal Pass 3rd Addition. Contingent upon the applicant meeting the conditions of the DNR and that the shoreland permit will not be issued until the final plat has been recorded and signed for Teal Pass 3rd Addition and a developer's agreement entered into between the applicant and the city. C. Public Hearing for zoning code side yard setback variance application for construction of garage at 8033-50th Street by Donald Harnish. Pursuant to published notice, this public hearing was opened at 7:31 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Mr. Donald Harnish proposes to remove the existing single car garage and construct in its place a double car garage at 8033 50th Street North. The existing garage is estimated to be two to three feet from the west property line, and Mr. Harnish is requesting a sideyard setback variance for this same distance. The code requires a sideyard setback of ten feet. The City Council reviewed the hardship of the small lot size and the difficulty of locating the garage closer to the house to improve the situaton. Therefore, the Council will grant a sideyard setback variance from ten feet to the west line of the existing garage, but not less than three feet from the property line. Mr. Harnish is also to establish the west property line to the satisfaction of the Building Inspector. In another matter, Mr. Harnish requested the Council's feelings of a second accessory structure. In that he would like to move the single car garage onto an existing concrete slab on the lakeside of his property. Mr. Harnish's neighbor, Lois Witzmann, signed the 6/4/85 agenda giving her approval. Mayor Morgan would be inclined to let him build a garage and keep the same setbacks and was not in favor of moving the old garage onto the concrete slab. Mazzara and Dunn would be in favor of letting him build a new garage as LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 4, 1985 Page 4 long as his property lines are surveyed. Mazzara suggested that if Mr. Harnish wants to attach his garage, he should look up the City ordinance. M/S/P Christ/Mazzara - to approve a sideyard variance from 10 feet to existing garage, but not less than 3 feet for building his new garage based on finding his surveyed property lines. (Motion carried 5-0) M/S/P Morgan/Dunn - to deny the request since only one accessory structure is allowed. (Motion carried 5-0) D. Shoreland permit for addition to garage and future deck at 9436 Jane Road North for Mr. Petrellis. Mr. Petrellis is proposing to add a third stall to his garage and also a deck to the rear of his house. From the sketch he submitted, Mr. Petrellis can meet all the setbacks so our City Engineer has no concerns to recommend that the shoreland permit be granted. Adjoining property owners were notified, and there were no problems or concerns about this request. M/S/P Morgan/Mazzara - to approve the shoreland permit for Mr. Petrellis for addition to a garage and future deck at 9436 Jane Road North. (Motion carried 5-0). E. Public Hearing to amend City Code Section 105.040 to add septic system inspection fee. Pursuant to published notice, this public hearing was opened at 8:03 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. At the April 2, 1985 meeting, the City Council passed a motion to adopt an ordinance which would require a septic system inspection fee. At the time of this consideration we understood that these fees were done by resolutions, but it has since come to our attention that a formal ordinance adoption is required to implement these fees. Therefore, it technically requires a public hearing in order to adopt the code. Dunn commented there should be a clarification on the time for on -site inspections. Number 3 should be changed to all on -site inspections $50. M/S/P Dunn/Mazzara - to adopt ordinance 7969 amending Lake Elmo City code adding Section 105.04008 "When an inspection of the existing septic system is requested, the following fees will be charged for said inspection: 1. new system first year free, 2. one to five years in office verification $25, 3. all on -site inspections $50". (Motion carried 5-0). LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 4, 1985 Page 5 F. Application by Bill Eder requesting a simple lot subdivision and zoning code variances, south of RR tracks and east of Lake Elmo Avenue (continued from 5-7-85). This will be before the Council at a later date. M/S/P Morgan/Mazzara - to table the application by Bill Eder. (Motion carried 5-0) G. Public Hearing for zoning Shoreland permit at Lot 9 James Holmberg. code lot size variance and of Krause's Addition for Pursuant to published notice, this public hearing was opened at 8:18 p.m. in the City Council Chambers James Holmberg is proposing to build a home on Lot 9, Krause's Addition. The lot size is 0.785 acres; therefore, a lot size variance is required. The City Council determined that the hardship was that there was no additional land available for purchase to increase the lot size. Recommendations for approval will be contingent upon the soil tests and septic system design being submitted and showing that a primary and an alternate system are able to be constructed. The City Engineer suggested the drainfield be on the east side of the lot and encourages the driveway to come off of Jane Road. If fill is brought in., it has to settle for a year then a. pore test taken. Neighbors were notified, and there were no objections brought up at the meeting. M/S/P Morgan/Mazzara - to grant lot size variance subject to the Engineer's three recommendations. (Motion carried 5-0) M/S/P Morgan/Mazzara - to grant a Shoreland Permit. (Motion carried 5-0) H. Street Repair Discussion The City Engineer and the Maintenance Foreman, Dan Olinger, reviewed the street work that needs to be done and concentrated on the northwest area of the City and 20th Street. They have determined that patch and overlay method of repair is most cost effective and best for preventing further deterioration. The estimated cost is $17,185. The City Engineer advised the Council that construction projects over $10,000 must be publicly advertised and bid out. There are four areas that they feel are absolutely necessary, and they are Highlands Trail between DeMontreville Trail and High Trail, two areas in the Hidden Bay area; Deer Pond Trail from Hidden Bay on the south and then right at the fork between Jackpine Trail and Deerpond Trail and lastly up on the northern part of the City on 55th street near Howard Springborne's driveway. They felt that it was small enough that the City crew could handle 20th street. LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 4, 1985 Page 6 The City Council determined that delaying any part of the work would just increase the cost of the repair; therefore, they ordered that all of the repairs, identified in the Engineer's letter should be bid out and repaired in 1985. M/S/P Morgan/Dunn - to approve recommended street repairs identified by the City Engineer. (Motion carried 5-0). I. Other 509 Plan for Ramsey/Washington Metro Watershed District The City Engineer reported that a small portion of the southwest area of Lake Elmo is contained in this Watershed District. He has reviewed the Stormwater Management Plan for the Watershed District and find that it is consistent with the previous Battlecreek Watershed Plan prepared in 1977. The Battlecreek Watershed Plan is the one that has been used by the City when evaluating drainage alternatives for that portion of Section 32. No City Co?Neil action was required. 6. City Council. Reports A. Olson Lake Weir The Mayor brought up the situation of continuing vandalism on the temporarily sandbagged weir at the outlet on Lake Olson. There is an existing sign up warning against such vandalism but it continues. The problem is that when the sandbags are removed, there is an almost instantaneous rise in the level of Deer Pond. The Mayor suggested that perhaps a deputy could be parked there between midnight and 5:00 a.m. when the vandalism appears to be occurring. The Mayor requested an article in the newsletter stating that these sandbag vandals when caught could be guilty of a misdemeanor and will be prosecuted. The Engineer suggested that something more vandal resistant could be installed, in the form of a steel ring, fabricated to build up the weir elevation. M/S/P Morgan/Mazzara - to give approval to the City Engineer to proceed with the fabrication of a more vandal proof weir extension for a cost of $200 and inform the Valley Branch Watershed District why the City is taking these steps. (Motion carried 5-0). B. Fill for Flood -threatened Homes The Mayor reported that the foundation to the Carl Paul on the east side of Lake Jane is being jeopardized due to the high water. The Council directed the City Engineer to investigate this foundation and determine if an emergency exists. If an emergency exists, the City will furnish fill free of charge to these homeowners. If there is a home threatening emergency, the residents should contact the City office. The request will then LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 4, 1985 Page 7 be referred to the City Engineer for investigation and possible action. Mayor Morgan would like an article regarding this free fill in the newsletter. M/S/P Morgan/Dunn - to approve furnishing fill to people free of charge based on the City Engineer's determination if an emergency situation exists. (Motion carried 3-2 <Armstrong, Mazzara>) C. Resignation of City Administrator The City Council has accepted Pat Klaers resignation as the City Administrator and would like to proceed. with advertising for a new City Administrator as soon as possible. Bruce Dunn and Pat Klaers will work together to decide what papers the ad should go into. It was suggested that the ad should appear in the St. Paul Pioneer Press/Dispatch and Minneapolis Star and Tribune and not to advertise nationally. D. Halfway House Regarding the Halfway House article in the newsletter written by Mary Meyer stating that the Lake Elmo City Council agreed it was a "perfect place for a group home", Mayor Morgan commented it was not his feelings at all. He was very concerned about it and didn't sense a lot of enthusiasm within the City Council as was written in the newsletter. Under our ordinance boarding care homes are a permitted use, but they have to go through the proper procedures. E. Acting City Administrator With the absence of Pat Klaers, there is a need for an acting City Administrator. Armstrong had asked Marilyn Banister if she was interested in helping with these duties and she was agreeable. Mazzara had no problem with the idea of it but felt every council member should have talked to Marilyn regarding hours and money. M/S/P Armstrong/Dunn - to appoint Marilyn Banister as acting City Administrator with all the powers of that office as defined in Section 207 of the city code . This appointment shall continue until such time as the City fills the office of Administrator. (Motion carried 3-2<Morgan, Mazzara>) 7. City Administrator's Report A. Board of Review recommendation and request by Mark Rivard, 5290 Hilltop Avenue, to address the Council. M/S/P Dunn/Christ - to approve to accept the list of adjustments and recommendations from the assessors office. (Motion carried 5-0). Mark Rivard, 5290 Hilltop Avenue, presented a handout to the Council regarding the assessors estimate of $129,200 for his house which was built in September 1984. Rivard disagreed that LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 4, 1985 Page 8 assessments should be based on the value of what the home is regardless of who did the work. For example, plumbing cost for his home was $3,425 and the assessors cost was $12,000. Rivard felt the fair market value for his home was $126,000 based on the cost approach versus market approach. The consensus of the City Council was to suggest Mark Rivard go on to the county level and present his figures. John and Mary Leslie, 11546 20th St., informed the Council that their house was built for $22,000 in 1959 and they moved in their home in 1960 and the records are incorrect showing 1960 and 1961. Today the home is assessed at $96,400 and in the last seven years they have doubled the value of the building and more than tripled the value of the land. John Leslie feels that his 1.8 acres is not worth $21,000 because of the location across of the maintenance building and surrounding lots. They presented pictures showing that their fireplaces have been blocked off to make them more energy efficient, rooms are small because of large hallways to accommodate a wheelchair, tile is falling off the upstair bathrooms, and the oak woodwork and panelling is in need of fill and restaining, and they feel $85,000 would be the fair price. The Council recommended, in order to get a change in value, that they permit the assessor enter into their home. The Council did agree with the Leslies that proper identificaton should be carried by the assessors and notice should be given when he will be coming. Consensus of the City Council was for the Leslies to go on to the next step and go before the County. B. Lake Rules Sign The City Administrator has found out that the DNR has given us a variance so that this time frame is acceptable and enforceable, and he would like the Council to amend their motion that was adopted on April 16 to change the rule number two from 6 p.m. until noon to read "no boats above slow/no wake speed sunset until noon the following day." This way our lake rule sign will correspond to our ordinance, and the DNR has verified that we have a variance from their rules so that we would not be in conflict with their regulations. This seems a much more reasonable approach, and since the DNR has given us a variance, it is appropriate that our lake rule signs reflect pecisely the working of our city code. There are four lake rules: 1. no littering, 2. no boats above slow/no wake speed sunset until noon, 3. boats operating over 5 mph must travel counterclockwise and 4. boat launching is restricted to public access. M/S/P Morgan/Mazzara - to accept the four lake rules which included the change in rule number two. (Motion carried 5-0) LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 4, 1985 Page 9 C. Summer Youth Workers The City Administrator requests Council approval to hire capable workers for the City office and for the maintenance crew to assist in the City park. This will be the same as in the past years; whereas, we will provide the work and verify the timecards and the County will be responsible for the payroll. We will add one individual to the City office and two individuals to the City maintenance crew which are in addition to the already hired MEED employee. M/S/P Mazzara/Morgan - to give approval to hire one individual for the City office and two individuals for the City maintenance crew. (Motion carried 5-0) D. House moving permit for Larry Gray at the David Nelson Estates Addition. At the last Planning Commission meeting on. May 28, 1985 this issue was discussed and their only concern was that the conditions impose upon this lot relating to the accessory structure be strictly enforced. There is an existing 2,400 square foot accessory structure, and our code only allows 1,000 square feet. Mr Gray will remove the entire building and the time limit would be until Fall. The access will be on the new street and the house will face loth St. M/S/P Mazzara/Dunn - to approve the moving of Mr. Gray's house into the City of Lake Elmo and permanently locate it contingent upon him moving the accessory structure before the end of the calendar year. (Motion carried 5-0). E. Second Council. Meeting Date for June. The June 18th City Council meeting will be considered cancelled unless an emergency should come up. M/S/P Mazzara/Dunn - to cancel the June 18th City Council meeting contingent upon the City Administrator's agenda. M/S/P Dunn/Armstrong - to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m. (Motion carried 5-0). 86143 86144 86145 86146 86147 86148 86149 86150 CLAIMS TO BE APPROVED AT JUNE 4, 1985 LAKE EIMO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Commissioner of Revenue - May State withholding State Bank of Lake Elmo - May Federal withholding Allied Group Insurance Trust - June Hosp. & Disability LMCIT - June Hosp. Minn. Benefit Assn. - June Hosp. Lake Elmo Associates Ltd. - June rent Mary Meyer - 5/28/85 newsletter James McNamara - May Mileage - Lake Elmo 86151 Gerald Dahlberg - May Animal 86152 Oakwood Animal Hospital - May 86153 Northwestern Bell - Office Fire Maint. Park 86154 AT & T - Fire $ 14.93 Maint, 9.06 Mahtomedi Control Officer $ 184.08 53.52 52.89 9.97 $ 76.96 91.24 86155 AT & T - Office 86156 Northern States Power - Street Lights $ 633.99 Maintenance 138.58 Fire Dept, 93.73 Parks 79.21 Water 183.39 86157 86158 86159 86160 86161 86162 86163 86164 86165 86166 86167 86168 86169 86170 86171 86172 86173 86174 86175 86176 86177 86178 86190 Patrick Klaers - June Expense $ 100.00 Travel to Brainerd 62.00 Wood Specialist - Plaques for apprec-mat party Carsten Products - Bicycle registration stickers Satellite Industries - 3 Flooded homes Rauenhorst & Carlson - Retainer 4/16/85 to 5/31/85 Caswell & Tavernier - Legal Services - Criminal TKDA - General $ 3,347.04 Pass Thru 584.09 MSA 392.41 Wear Guard - Clothing Allowance - Maint. Dept. Lampert Building Center - Maint. Dept. T. A. Schifsky -'AC mix - Maint Dept. Vern's CTC - Maint. Dept. parts Electrosonics - Fire Dept. radio service Fire Command - Subscriptions Northstar International - Fire Dept. parts Northern Hydraulics - Fire Dept. liner Box Uniforms Unlimited - Fire Dept. Mid -Central Fire - Fire Dept. coats Power Brake & Equip. - Fire Dept. John Eder - Fire Dept. - mileage Brookman Motor Sales - New Truck Sauk Rapids Fire Dept. - MD1 Stat thru June 7th payroll e parts to North Branch Fire Dept. Firemen's Convention 944.00 1,765.00 76.86 1,252.62 52.00 1,760.77 250.00 168.20 324.00 181.00 300.46 23.99 33.68 1,128.90 162.00 40.08 200.00 160.00 450.00 850.00 4,323.54 230,38 98.76 44.00 39.75 70.25 14.50 20.00 199.95 8.00 297.50 42.48 17.60 12,037.00 70.00 6,500.00 Total $ T34;1337 a 27 Since we do not have time to discuss every point presented, it may seem that decisions are preconceived. However, background information is provided for the City Council on each agenda item in advance from City Staff and appointed Commissions; and decisions are based on this information and past experiences. In addition, some items may also have been discussed at previous Council meetings. If you are aware of information that hasn't been discussed, please fill out a "Request to Appear Before the City Council" slip; or, if you came late, raise your hand to be recognized. Comments that are pertinent are appreciated. Items requiring excessive time may be continued to another meeting. AGENDA LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL JUNE 4, 1985 7:00 p.m. Meetings Convenes 1. Agenda 2. Minutes: May 7, 1985 and May 21, 1985 3. Claims 7:15 p.m. 4. Public Inquiries 5. City Engineer's Report A. Landfill Water System Update B. Shoreland Permit for Lot 4, Block 2 of Teal Pass Estates 3rd Addition 7:30 p.m. C. Public Hearing for zoning code side yard setback variance application for construction of garage at 8033-50th Street by Donald Harnish. D. Shoreland permit for addition to garage and future deck at 9436 Jane Road North for Mr. Petrellis. --------------------------BREAK----------------------------- 8:00 p.m. E. Public Hearing to amend City Code Section 105.040 to add septic system inspection fee. F. Application by Bill Eder requesting a simple lot subdivision and zoning code variances, south of RR tracks and east of Lake Elmo Avenue (continued from 5-7-85)• 8:30 p.m. G. Public Hearing for zoning code lot size variance and s oreland permit at Lot 9 of Krause's Addition for James Holmberg. H. Street Repair Discussion I. Other 6. City Council Reports 7. City Administrator's Report A. Board of Review recommendation and request by Mark Rivard, 5290 Hilltop Avenue, to address the Council. B. Lake Rules Sign C. Summer Youth Workers D. Housing moving permit for Larry Gray at the David Nelson Estates Addition. E. Second Council Meeting Date for June. F. Other May 30, 1985 To: Mayor and City Council From: Patrick D. Alaers, City Administrator Re: Informational Memo for June 4, 1985 City Council Meeting 1. Attached for your information is the most recent City Newsletter dated May 28, 1985. This Newsletter edition highlights an article on the Highway 5 traffic options and the planned boarding care home for the Brookman Addition. 2. The Highway 5 safety options that were discussed at the last council meeting will require a council decision sometime in the future. The council should feel free to notify the city staff as to when you would like this back on the agenda for further discussion. One of the options should be implemented prior to the school year beginning around Labor Day. It appears that the two best alternatives relate to spending approximately $4000 for some type of warning flasher, or the installation of a reduced speed zone sign in the area. Of course, the best alternative is to persuade the school to increase the amount of time which an adult is at the school crossing to assist the children. 3. Attached for your information is a letter dated 5-24-85 from Mr. Don Raleigh regarding the proposed boarding care home facility. Also attached is the section of the city code, 504-5 which relates to the building and site plan review of commercial structures by the city council. I believe that the condtions imposed on Brookfield Company will also be imposed upon the individuals constructing the boarding care home faciltty. I am in the process of sending a letter to Hecla informing them of our site and building plan review requirements. I will be sending them a copy of page 504-5 and 504-6 of the city code. 4. I had tentatively planned on having the discussion at the council level for a. composting site on this agenda. However, I have not been notified by the small. composting committee composed of Bruce Dunn, Arlyn Christ and Nancy Prince that they have reached agreement on a proposed site for this activity. Someone on this committee will have to notify the city staff when they desire this item to be added to the council agenda so the council can make a decision on this issue. 5. Attached for your information is an interesting article from the Minneapolis Star and Tribune dated May 20, 1985. This article discusses exurban lifestyles which definitely meets the definition of Lake Elmo. 6. Wish to acknowledge that the city has added a MEED employee to its outside maintenance staff. John Tauer has been added this past week and will be a big assistance in helping to maintain the city parks. 7. Attached for your information is the third issue of the Washington County "Waste Forum". This forum updates us on relevant activities within the area. Informational Memo for 6-4-85 City Council Meeting Page 2 8. Wish to acknowledge that the City is in the process of having a dead dutch elm tree removed from city property near the water tower. This tree is dangering some telephone lines. The removal of this tree should make an area resident, Mrs. Earl, very happy as she has complained about this tree a number of times. The tree is approximately thirty inches in diameter and will be removed by an area resident who has expertise in this area, Mr. Eldon Smith. The cost to the city will be approximately $130. 9. At a previous city council meeting there was discussion about the limitations for the number of commercial buildings on one lot. At that point in time we felt that the septic system requirements were the only limiting factors in determining the number of buildings on a lot. The staff and council both felt that it was quite unusual that it was not specifically spelled out in the code that only one principal building should be allowed per lot. After further research, we have found a section of the city code (not in the General Business Zone area of the city code) that specifically states "There shall be no more than one principal building on any one (1) parcel of land". This is a requirement in all zones and clearly states that we cannot allow more than one commercial building per lot. I have notified Mr. Stouvenel of this code requirement so that any future efforts he has to construct a second facility on a site that has an existing building. will not proceed any farther in the future.