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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 2007/04/09• PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOT Regular Meeting Apri19, 2007 Mounds View City HaII 2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 7:00 P.M. 1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL: Mariy, Stigney, Hull, Flaherty, and Mueller NOT PRESENT: None. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA • A. Monday, Apri19, 2007 City Council Agenda MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Approve the Monday, Apri19, 2007 City Council Agenda as Presented. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried, 5. PUBLIC INPUT Nick Hammes of 5511 Quincy Street said that there is an issue with parking on Quincy Street and he would like to ask if Council has done any research on the issue since it was brought to the attention of the City. Council Member Flaherty indicated that he drove by today around 11:30 a.m. and there were no cars parked at that time. He then said that the police department is patrolling the area looking for violators. Mayor Marty indicated he spoke to the Chief about it and was told that the Chief was out there Thursday afternoon and there were no cars parked along there at that time. Council Member Mueller indicated that she is wondering if the best solution would be to restrict parking there 24 hours per day due to the heavy traffic in the area because that would solve the ~ issue but that creates problems for residents who would want to have visitors park on the street. Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 2 She then said that the City needs to look at incident reports for the area during the last few years • that might make a no parking restriction worthy. Mayor Marty indicated that Mr. Ulrich and Chief Sommer are going to meet with the school and the officers from the school have been asked to be involved as well. The Chief has said that until a week ago Monday this was not brought to his attention so he had no idea there was a problem. Mr. Hammes said that he thinks that no stopping or parking at specific times would work better. He then said that if the police could get behind this would help, as they were not interested in saying anything to the people that were there. 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUISNESS None. 7. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. Public Hearing to Consider the Preliminary Plat for a Major Subdivision of the Property Located at 8360 Long Lake Road Planner Heller expiained that this item was befare the City previausly but the recording was not finalized and now the property owner has come before the City for approval of this major subdivision. She then said that this is an Rl azea and the three lots will exceed the minimum lot • size requirements and noted that the Applicant would like the option of leaving the existing home on the property. Planner Heller explained the jog in the property line noting it was done to ensure the ability to maintain the 10-foot setbacks. She then said that this will add two new homes to the City and possibly a third, if the person who purchases the third lot tears the existing home down and rebuilds. Planner Heller indicated that there are easements for utilities as required by Code and all three lots will access onto Long Lake Road. Planner Heller indicated that the park dedication fee was based on the addition of two lots and utilities will need to be placed underground during construction. Planner Heller indicated that one of the lots is heavily treed and the tree situation will be discussed when someone comes in for a building permit. She also explained that they would be asked to clean up the diseased trees on the site at that time. Planner Heller indicated that residents were notified and there have been no concerns expressed other than concern for tree loss. Mayor Marty opened the public hearing. • Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 3 . Hearing no public camments,lVlayor Marty closed the public hearing. Council Member Mueller said that it appears to her that the lot to the north has a lower grade than the others and she is wondering if there is a requirement that any runoff from the area will stay on the properiy and not travel to adjoining lots. Planner Heller indicated that it is a Ciry requirement that no drainage can leave the property. Council Member Flaherty said that this would be contingent upon Rice Creek Watershed requirements. Mayor Marty indicated that he remembers this from last year and was surprised that the process was not completed. Mayor Marty would like to work with the property owner to save the big trees on the lots but would like to remove the diseased trees prior to the construction. The Applicant said that they took down a lot of diseased trees except for one by the power line. MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7058, • Approving a Preliminary Plat for a Major Subdivision of the Property Located at 8360 Long Lake Road. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. B. Public Hearing to Consider Second Reading of Ordinance 787, Approving an Amendment to Chapter 1102 of the Mounds View Zoning Code to Define Health and Beauty Services Community Development Director Ericson noted this would be the second reading and adoption of Ordinance 787, approving an amendment to Chapter 1102 to clarify the definition of health and beauty services within the Code. He then read the proposed definition amendment. Mayor Marty opened the public hearing. Hearing no public comments, Mayor Marty closed the public hearing. Council Member Flaherty said that he thought that "and the like" language was to be removed. City Administrator Ulrich indicated that Council Member Stigney was referring to the Planning Commission's Resolution version and the page behind it is the Council Resolution for • consideration. Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 4 MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Ordinance 787 • Approving an Amendment to Chapter 1102 of the Mounds View Zoning Code to Define Health and Beauty Services. Mayor Marty noted that the reason for this was that the aromatherapy license being applied for was not defined by Code. He then said that he finds no grounds to deny this but, he is not entirely comfortable with it. ROLL CALL: Stigney/Marty/Mueller/Flaherty/Hull Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. C. Public Hearing to Consider the Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 788, an Amendment to the Mounds View Zoning Code: Amend Chapter 1102 to Define a Neighborhood Motor Fuel Station and Amend Chapter 1113 to Allow a Neighborhood Motor Fnel Station as a Conditional Use in a B2 District Planner Heller provided an overview of the proposed amendment to the Zoning Code to define a neighborhood motor fuel station. She then said that the Planning Commission was concerned about changing the Comprehensive P1an for the location so the recommendation was to ask Staff to make this work for The Station without requiring a zoning and comp plan change. Planner Heller noted that the Planning Commission recommends a roval of the ro osed Code • pp P P amendment. Mayor Marty opened the public hearing. Hearing no public comments, Mayor Marty closed the pubiic hearing. Council Member Mueller asked what would happen with the Conditional Use Permit if the owners wished to sell the station. Planner Heller indicated that it would go with the property. Council Member Mueller asked when The Station was originally established. Planner Heller said it has been there for approximately 48 years. Council Member Mueller asked if there is supposed to be some kind of space between the property lines. Director Ericson responded that the adjoining Fedor Market building is non-conforming as it was constructed up to the property line • Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 5 • Mayor Marly said that the Ordinance reads no outside sale or service shall exist and gasoline pumps are outside. He then said that when they upgrade they might like to do pay at the pump so that maybe should be changed. Community Development Director Ericson said that the Planning Commission discussed that matter and then explained that the intent is to keep pop, pallets of salt, or other things from stacking up outside and will not prevent pay at the pump. Mayar Marty said that it would be nice if the City could get a bit of an easement on the south side of the property line but, as Staff and Council have found out, that property had been there for years and years and the City granted the property lines and now there is a line through a building. Council Member Mueller said that as long as she has lived here this little comrnercial area nas been a wonderful partner to the community and it is extremely convenient for those that live in the area and she is happy that they think enough of the City to expand The Station here rather than leaving. Council Member Flaherty said that this is the only property that has a property line running through a building and he is in favor of making this a conforming property to conform to the Code. • MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Waive the Reading and Introduce the First Reading of Ordinance 788, an Amendment to the Mounds View Zoning Code: Amend Chapter 1102 to Define a Neighborhood Motor Fuel Station and Amend Chapter 1113 to Allow a Neighborhood Motor Fuel Station as a Conditional Use in a B2 District Council Member Stigney said that this is a good idea to fit into B2 instead of B3 and what is really being done is putting in four fuel dispensing pumps to be able to fuel eight vehicles at one time and that is intensifying the use so he cannot support it. Mayor Marty said that The Station did have four pumps originally, and two were removed a few years ago then, based on need, they are in need of additional pumps to accommodate more vehicles to avoid creating a traffic jam. He then said that they have purchased additional property to eliminate the issues on the property and allow for this expansion. Ayes - 3 Nays - 1(Stigney) Abstain - 1(Hull) Motion carried. D. Public Hearing to Consider a Minor Subdivision and Conditional Use Permit for the Property Located at 2280 County Road I, "The Station" Planner Heller explained that The Station is acquiring some additional properiy and asking for a conditional use permit for a motor fuel station in a B2 district, based on the revisions to the code ~ addressed in the previous action.. Planner Heller reviewed the minor subdivision request with the Council. Mounds View City Council April 9, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 6 Planner Heller noted that the party wall agreement needs to be updated and that has been added • as a condition of approval. Planner Heller reviewed the conditional use permit request with Council. She then noted that the use will not change with this request other than the addition of the two pumps. Mayor Marty opened the public hearing. Hearing no public comments, Mayor Mariy closed the public hearing, Council Member Flaheriy said that one thing he was looking for was any feedback from the neighborhood but it seems that everyone in the area is okay with the request. He then said that there is no growth in buildings but, adding the other pumps, there is only 10 feet from the building to the pumps and he is wondering if there is enough room on the site for this. Tom Manke, part owner of The Station, said that the garbage and paper recycling is in that corner and that will be relocated and that will open up the turning radius in that area to allow room for vehicles to get through. Mayor Marty asked if the counter should be moved over so that the person working there would be able to see the pumps to avoid drive offs. Mr. Manke indicated that the register in that area is not used very often so they have discussed • having two clerks on to avoid issues with drive offs. He then said that they have not had the issues with drive offs that other stores have had. Council Member 5tigney asked if the owners intend to ask for any City subsidies or loans for their business. Planner Heller responded that they requested funding via the business improvement partnership program part of the process. Council Member Flaherly asked whether the lighting would affect any one or cause issues. Mr. Manke said that they will be increasing lighting but 8 will be spots to shine on the dispenser and the other 12 will flood underneath the canopy. Council Member Mueller said that she would like to see park dedication fees apply on this project. Mayor Marty indicated he would like to see park dedication fees on this project as well. He then said that he would like to adjust the property line to allow for a five-foot easement around the north end of Fedor's Market. • Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 7 • Community Development Director Ericson stated that would require a major subdivision to draw the lot line to the north by five feet and there would be a question of who would own that five- foot wide strip of land. He then said that there is an easement that would be granted as a part of this approval. He further said that the Fedors could be made a party to the subdivision but The Station would need to sell a portion of the property to make it work. Mayor Marty indicated that the 60-day deadline is April 15 so there needs to be action taken. Director Ericson indicated that Staff would request an extension, if necessary. Mayor Marty indicated that he talked to Planner Heller about Item 4 as there are currently 17 parking spaces shown but it is all paved and where the one wing of the building is being removed that will be paved over so he sees no issue with parking. MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7036, Approving Minor Subdivision and Conditional Use Permit for the Property Located at 2280 County Road I, "The Station" and Include Park Dedication Fee of 10%. Council Member Stigney commented that he is opposed to expansion of the use at this location. Director Ericson asked for clarification as to the level of park dedication to be applied to this • subdivision. The Council indicated a 10% dedication would be appropriate. Ayes - 3 Nays - 1(Stigney) Abstain - 1(Hull) Motion carried. E. Resolution 7061, Approving an Abatement of Nuisance Code Violations Associated with the Property Located at 5440 Jackson Drive Housing Inspector Anderson appeared before Council and explained the Nuisance Code violations at 5440 Jackson Drive, property owned by Michael Courtney. Mr. Courtney indicated that everyone has been courteous to him throughout the process and fair. He then said that he is trying to get things in his life situated and now he is unemployed and there have been deaths in the family so there are a lot of items that he does not want to see be thrown away. He further said that he got tabs for several of the vehicles and the Uhaul has everything that he owns for his job that he no longer has and he has made arrangements to get rid of two vehicles in the back yard but the pop machine is operational and he does not see a reason to get rid of it. Mr. Courtney said that he needs to fix things and would like time to do it. Council Member Mueller asked how long Mr. Courtney has been in the City. i Mr. Courtney indicated he has been here since 1994. Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 8 Council Member Mueller said that there have been issues since he moved to the City. She then • asked how many vehicles are in the yard and she is wondering why there are so many and if they are being used for parts for others. Mr. Courtney indicated that he has 7 and all of them run but they are not all licensed and insured. Council Member Mueller asked if Mr. Courtney sees a solution to remove some of the clutter. Mr. Courtney said that the solution would be to get rid of it but it is easier said than done. Council Member Flaherty said that he feels for Mr. Courtney's losses as he has recently dealt with that. He then said that there has been 11 or 12 years of noncompliance with the City's Code. He further said that this is not because the City wants to be a bad guy but the neighbors and the people that drive by the house are asking what is going on and why the rules are not being followed. Council Member Flaherty asked if Mr. Courtney understands what the abatement is and what will happen. Mr. Courtney said that he does understand. He then said that this is more an issue of being burnt out and not able to deal with it and it may be good to wash it all clean and move on. Mr. Courtney asked for a chance to make some improvement at the property. • Mayor Marty said that there is a long history with this property dating back to 1994. He then said that there are 20 code violation cases opened, three court citations, and this has been chronic for way too long. He further noted that the Staff report states that back in August of 2000 the residents of Mounds View had identified code enforcement as a key component for maintaining property values and eliminating blight. The City spent a lot of money on Focus 2000. Mayor Marly said that, as Mayor, he gets calls sometimes weekly but at least every month from residents on code compliance issues. He then said that he discussed this with Staff and it has been an issue with the previous Councils. He further said that he would like to have Council discuss adding a summer worker assigned to Code compliance. MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7061, Approving an Abatement of Nuisance Code Violations Associated with the Property Located at 5440 Jackson Drive. Council Member Hull asked if 10 days would be enough time to get things done. Mayor Marty indicated that notice was provided prior to this Council meeting. ~ U Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 9 • Council Member Mueller said that Mr. Courtney knows what is expected and this needs to be done. Council Member Stigney said that he has not heard Mr. Courtney state how he would remedy this situation and how long it would take and, unless he does hear that, he would see no reason to allow for anything other than the standard requirements. Mr. Courtney said that he has already started on the clean up and he can get it done within the 10 days and there will not be much left at the end of the 10 days. Council Member Stigney indicated that as he reads the Resolution he has five days unless that is amended. Housing Inspector Anderson explained that the reality of the situation will require planning and it will take at least five business days to work out the plan so he is comfortable with the wording but it would also be fine to include a date specific. Council Member Flaherty would like to leave the wording as it is to make things consistent. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. • F. Resolution 7043, Approving an Outdoor Consumption Endorsement for Moe's Located at 2400 County Highway 10 in Mounds View Community Development Director Ericson indicated that this is a renewal request for outdoor consumption for serving outside at Moe's. There was an additional request discussed regarding an outdoor event planned in June but, the only requirement for those events, is that they be compliant with City Code including parking, noise, and licensing. Director Ericson read the requirements for the outside event. Council Member Flaherty would like the outdoor event with the band separated from the outdoor consumption license. The Applicant indicated that this is a family friendly activity and they have done this for 14 years in a different location. He then said that he would like to make an arrangement to get the approval for the June event because the community looks forward to it. Mayor Marly recommended separating out the outdoor consumption endorsement from the outdoor events and asked Staff to research it and have the Planning Commission review it and provide feedback to Council. ~ Council Member Stigney asked what hours the outdoor event would be. The Applicant mdicated that they usually schedule it from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 10 Council Member Mueller asked how consumption by minors is controlled. • The Applicant indicated that everyone is identified by Staff or off duty officers and then wrist bands are provided. Staff was asked to draft a policy regarding handling outdoor events. MOTTON/SECOND: Mueller/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7043 Approving an Outdoor Consumption Endorsement for Moe's Located at 2400 County Highway 10 in Mounds View as Amended to Remove the Outdoor Event Information. Council Member Flaherty asked where that leaves Moe's request for special event permit. Council asked that the special event permit for Moe's be added to the Consent Agenda for the next meeting. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. G. Resolution 7Q47, Approving an Off Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor License for Aldi's Located at 2537 County Highway 10 in Mounds View Community Development Director Ericson said that this item was discussed at the previous • Council meeting and a question was raised on the distance to the Church and schools. Staff did some research for other communities and how they treat separation from other types of uses. Some do separate and some do not. He then said that he asked Aldi what percent of sales the alcohol would be and what they do sell and it is wine and a small percentage. Director Ericson indicated that the attorney has revised the code and in his opinion, How the measurement is computed is entirely up to Council. Director Ericson indicated that Council Members are invited to the Aldi ribbon cutting on May 1, 2007 when Aldi's opens. Council Member Mueller said that they have to comply with the Ramsey County liquor dispensing hours. Council Member Flaherty said that he thinks the bigger issue is going back and looking at what the setback requirement should be and there is a nanconforming business in Mounds View Square already. Mayor Mariy said that going building to building does not work and front door to front door does not work. He then said that Big Top is at the other end of the building. He further commented that due to the proximity of the church he does not feel comfortable with approval of • this. He also noted that not all Aldi stores sell alcohol. Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 11 u MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Stigney. To Deny Resolution 7047, Approving an Off Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor License for Aldi's Located at 2537 County Highway 10 in Mounds View. Council Member Stigney thanked staff for the innovative measuring techniques but said that this situation does not fit the current rules and, unless the rules are changed, this does not work. Ayes - 4 Nays - 0 Abstain - 1(Mueller) Motion carried. This item will be back on a wark session to discuss the Code requirements. H. Resolution 7056, Approving the 2006 - 2007 Labor Agreement with the Public Works ColIective Bargaining Unit • City Administrator Ulrich explained that this item was reviewed by Council and then revietived the Labor Agreement for Council. MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Flaherty. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7056 Approving the 2006- 2007 Labor Agreement with the Public Works Collective Bargaining Unit. Council Member Stigney said that he hopes that the 2008 - 2009 agreement can be quickly negotiated with only minor changes. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. I. Resolution 7060, Approving an On-Premises Sign Permit for the Mermaid at 2200 County Road 10 u Community Development Director Ericson indicated that Council discussed this item at the work session as there was a moratorium set in place to prevent new electronic signs in the City. The Mermaid is looking at replacing their sign as the old sign is unable to be serviced. Director Ericson reviewed the requirements of Resolution 7060 with Council. MOTION/SECOND: Flaheriy/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7060, Approving an On-Premises Sign Permit for the Mermaid at 2200 County Road 10. Council Member Stigney said that his comments at the work session were that there is a moratorium in effect to deal with public safety and Staff plans to bring results of the study in the spring. He then said that he is not in favor of grandfathering someone in and waive any requirements that may be made. MOTION/SECOND: Stigney/Mueller. To Amend the Resolution to Require an Additional Condition that the Business Owner will be Required to Comply with any Changes Made to the Sign Ordinance Following the Existing Moratorium. Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 12 Council Member Flaherty said that under that premise he is wondering if Walgreen's will have to come back or the City's sign or any of them if there are changes made to the sign Ordinance. Council Member Stigney indicated that none of the other signs have new LED technology and, whatever the City comes up with for safety, he does not think that any of the other signs will have an issue. Mayor Marty noted that the requirements are that the sign regulations will be amended if there are any issues identified by the City for safety. Mayor Mariy would like to add a number 8 that any changes or directives from the League of Minnesota Cities or the City will be addressed at a later date. Council Member Flaherty suggested modifying number 5 to add existing or updated codes. Mayor Marty suggested language for content andlor regulations. Director Ericson said it would be cleaner to add a number 8 that states that the owner will be required to make any necessary changes to the sign based on any changes to the sign ordinance after the moratorium. The motion and second agreed to the amendment. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion to amend the Resolution as indicated carried. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion to approve the Resolution carried. J. Resolution '7063, Awarding a Construction Contract for the Oakwood Park Improvement Project - Phase 1 Public Works Director Lee addressed Council and expiained that ~ids were received and the Staffing report was updated to include the low bidder of Peterson Companies. He then explained what the project includes and noted that the bids were very favorable. MOTION/SECOND: MuellerlMarty. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7063, Awarding a Construction Contract for the Oakwood Park Improvement Project - Phase 1. Ayes - S Nays - 0 Motion carried. K. Resolution 7064, Approving Change Order No. 37 for the City Hall Rehabilitation Project ~ ~ C~ Mounds View City Council Apri19, 20Q7 Regular Meeting Page 13 • Public Works Director Lee noted that this would be the fnal change order for the City Hall rehabilitation project noting that these items were discussed back in November and now the details have been finalized. Council Member Flaherty indicated he cannot support these, particularly the piping insulation as it should have been in the contract, if it is needed. Council Member Stigney said that the City paid the architect to make sure that everything went smoothly so he agrees with Council Member Flaherty. He then said that he would like to know where the budget for this project is. Public Works Director Lee indicated that in November of 2006 Staff laid out the estimated costs for the project and the change orders were approximately $140,000 with these items accounted for in that estimate. He then said that he does not have the exact amount for the project but can provide that. He also noted that there is some grading to be done but the project is within budget. Council Member Stigney asked for a status on the outdoor signage. Public Works Director Lee indicated that SEH is working on it and has said that it would take approximately six weeks or so. ~ Mayor Marty indicated that he is not going along with these change orders either because they were totally unnecessary and the air conditioning company knocked off only $47.00 on a$2,000 bill and that is ridiculous. Council Member Flaherty indicated that he agrees that it is a legitimate cost but, the Ciiy approved the coils at a certain amount of money and, if it was required, then it should have been in the original proposal. Council Member Mueller said that a quoted price is a quoted price and they should have gotten Council approval or be prepared to throw it in for no cost. MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Deny Resolution 7064 Approving Change Order No. 37 for the City Hall Rehabilitation Project. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 8. CONSENT AGENDA c,.+ .. u.,~. ~ ~z ~+ ~ nc + r . , l~e-~#ea~i~g-€e~-P-~o=a~~~~, ~A(~,-;~~--~ :~~-~~-~~de~-~ ~ . . ~88~ ~ Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 14 D. Resolution 7065, Authorize the Preparation of a Preliminary Feasibility Report • and Consultant Selection for the 2007 Seal Coat Project E. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, April 23, 2007 at 7:10 p.m. to Consider the Second Reading of Ordinance 788 Approving Amendments to Chapters 1102 & 1113 of the Mounds View Zoning Code to Define Neighborhood Motor Fuel Station and Allow a Neighborhood Motor Fuel Station as a Conditional Use in B2 Zoning Districts Council Member Flaherty requested that Item C be removed for discussion. Council Member Mueller requested that Item B be removed for discussion. MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Flaherty. To Approve Consent Agenda Items D and E as Presented. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. Council realized that Council Member Mueller had said D not B. S. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, Apri123, 2007 at 7:05 p.m. to Consider an Interim Use Permit (IUP) Application for a Billboard on Outlot A, Sysco Second Addition MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Mueller. To Approve Consent Agenda Item B as Presented. • Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. C. Resolution 7062 Authorizing Insurance Policies for the Year January 1, 2007 through December 31, 2007 Council Member Fiaherty said that he thinks it is important that the residents understand what the Council does throughout the year and this is the insurance policies that have to be considered each year and he would like Staff to provide an explanation. Finance Director Beer provided an overview of the City's insurance policies for Council and residents. MOTION/SECOND: Flaheriy/Stigney. To Waive the Reading and Approve Resolution 7062 Authorizing Insurance Policies for the Year January 1, 2007 through December 31, 2007. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. D. Resolution 7065 Authorize the Preparation of a Preiiminary Feasibility Report and Consultant Selection for the 2007 Seal Coat Project Council Member Mueller would like to have information on where this project is and what to • Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 15 ~ expect for future seal coating projects. Public Works Director Lee provided an explanation. Council Member Stigney asked why, if the City knows which roads it wants to do, a consultant is necessary. He then asked why Staff cannot drive the roads and decide which ones should be seal coated rather than having BRAA study it. Public Works Director Lee explained that the feasibility report for a seal coat project is very minimal and wili consist of maybe five pages explaining what streets are being done, square yardage of the streets, and quantity and quality of material. Council Member Stigney asked what the cost for prepaxation would be. Public Works Director Lee indicated that it would be charged by the time that it takes. Council Member Stigney asked why there is a need for this. Public Works Director Lee said that they would put together the specifications for the project and determine the streets to do and what materials to use. He then said that it would not be cost effective to have Staff do it. • City Administrator Ulrich asked Staff for a cost not to exceed figure. Public Works Director Lee indicated that Bonestroo would be paid for the amount of time that it takes to prepare the document. He then said that the consultant can do this much more efficiently than City Staff can do it. Council Member Stigney would like a dollar amount listed in the Resolution rather than leaving it open ended. Council Member Flaherty said that the document from BRAA would be the only thing that the City has to ensure what it will receive from the contractor. Council Member Stigney asked whether this will be for the entire City or for the project area. Public Works Director Lee indicated that this is a simple process and they spend minimal time to put together the report. He then said that the study will be for the project area only at this time. Council Member Stigney said that he would like to know what the costs will be. 9. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS • Finance Director Beer indicated that a new report was included that is more brief with less clutter and Staff is seeking direction on the preferred format. Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 16 Council Member Mueller asked about the expense for Little Falls Machine, Inc., and what it was • for. Mayor Marty indicated it was for parts for a loader. Council Member Mueller asked what the expense for Visit Minneapolis North was for. Finance Director Beer explained that is the lodging tax that the City gets to keep a portion of and sends the rest on. MOTION/SECOND: Marty/Mueller. To Approve Just and Correct Claims as Presented. Ayes - 5 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. March 12, 2QQ7 Mayor Marty said that he handed in his corrections to City Staff. Councii Member Mueller indicated that she called in her corrections. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Approve the March 12, 2007 Minutes as Amended. • Ayes - S Nays - 0 Motion carried. 11. REPORTS A. Reports of Mayor and Council Mayor Marty noted the Town Hall Meeting is Saturday, April 14, 2007 from 9:40 a.m. to 12:00 noon followed by a bus tour of the City. He then said that the DARE graduation is tomorrow night, April 10, 2007, at 6:00 p.m. at the Community Center. Mayor Marty noted that Govemor Pawlenty will be at the Mermaid on April 12, 2007 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for a Chamber of Commerce breakfast that is open to the public. Council Member Stigney would like to freeze the Business Improvement Partnership Loan Program until the issue is resolved by the EDA. Council agreed. Mayor Marty would like to consider hiring an intern or seasonal summer worker to work on • Code enforcement. Mounds View City Council Apri19, 2007 Regular Meeting Page 17 ~ The Council was fine with bringing the matter to the work session for discussion. Council Member Mueller asked if the bus ride is still on after the town hall meeting. Mayor Marty indicated that it is. Council Member Mueller asked where the Staff is at on the ultimate fighting issue. Director Ericson indicated that Staff has discussed the issue and begun work on research from other communities. Council Member Flaherty asked for a report on the Quincy Street parking at the next work session. B. Reports of Staff City Administrator Ulrich reported that there would be a meeting of the Street Reconstruction Task Force on Monday, April 16, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. C. Reports of City Attorney • None. 12. Next Council Work Session: Town Hall Meeting: Next Council Meeting: Monday, May 7, 2007, at 7 p.m. Saturday, Apri114, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon Monday, Apri123, 2007 at 7 p.m. 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 1020 p.m. Transcribed by: Joan Lenzmeier, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. ~ U