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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 2015/05/11PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Regular Meeting May 11, 2015 Mounds View City Hall 2401 County Road 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 7:00 P.M. 1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL: Flaherty, Gunn, Hull, Meehlhause, Mueller NOT PRESENT: None. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A. Monday, May 11, 2015, City Council Agenda. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the Monday, May 11, 2015, agenda as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 5. PUBLIC INPUT None. 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Proclamation for National Public Works Week. Mayor Flaherty read a proclamation in full for the record declaring May 17 through 23, 2015 to be National Public Works Week in the City of Mounds View. B. Proclamation for National Police Week. Mayor Flaherty read a proclamation in full for the record declaring May 10 through 16, 2015 to be National Police Week in the City of Mounds View. C. Resolution 8409, A Resolution of Appreciation for Cindy Carvelli-Yu for Serving on the Planning Commission. Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 2 Mayor Flaherty read a Resolution of Appreciation in full for the record thanking Cindy Carvelli- Yu for her dedicated service to the Planning Commission. Council Member Meehlhause thanked Cindy Carvelli-Yu for her outstanding service to the City. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8409, A Resolution of Appreciation for Cindy Carvelli-Yu for Serving on the Planning Commission. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 7. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. Public Hearings – On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor Licenses: 1. Resolution 8406, to Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Moe’s located at 2400 County Road 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated in accordance with City Code, a public hearing was required when considering the renewal of an on-sale intoxicating liquor license. She explained that Moe’s was requesting a liquor license renewal and has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees. She reported that staff has conducted the required inspections and was waiting on the background investigation. She noted that all property taxes were paid in full, but indicated Moe’s had an outstanding utility bill. Staff recommended the Council hold a public hearing and approve the on-sale intoxicating liquor license for Moe’s, contingent upon payment of the delinquent utility bill, a satisfactory fire inspection and criminal background investigation. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:13 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:13 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8406, to Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Moe’s located at 2400 County Road 10, contingent upon payment of all delinquent utility bills, along with a satisfactory fire inspection and criminal background investigation. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 2. Resolution 8407, to Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for The Mermaid located at 2200 County Road 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated in accordance with City Code, a public hearing was required when considering the renewal of an on-sale intoxicating liquor license. She explained that The Mermaid was requesting a liquor license renewal and has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees. She reported that staff has conducted the required inspections and was waiting on the background investigation. She noted that all property taxes and utility bills were paid in full. Staff recommended the Council hold a public hearing and approve the on-sale intoxicating liquor license for The Mermaid, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 3 investigation. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8407, to Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for The Mermaid located at 2200 County Road 10, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 3. Resolution 8408, to Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for El Loro located at 2535 County Road 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated in accordance with City Code, a public hearing was required when considering the renewal of an on-sale intoxicating liquor license. She explained that El Loro was requesting a liquor license renewal and has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees. She reported that staff has conducted the required inspections and was waiting on the background investigation. She noted that all property taxes and utility bills were paid in full. Staff recommended the Council hold a public hearing and approve the on-sale intoxicating liquor license for El Loro, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:17 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:17 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8408, to Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for El Loro located at 2535 County Road 10, contingent on a satisfactory criminal background investigation. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. B. Public Hearings – Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor Licenses: 1. Resolution 8410, to Consider an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for ABC Liquor located at 2840 County Road 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated ABC Liquor has not submitted the necessary paperwork for the Council to consider their off-sale intoxicating liquor license renewal. Staff recommended that the Council continue the public hearing for this matter to the Tuesday, May 26, 2015 City Council meeting and authorize staff to assess a 20% late fee per the 2015 Fee Schedule. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:19 p.m. Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 4 Council Member Mueller supported the assessment of a late fee. Council Member Meehlhause agreed. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Continue the Public Hearing for the Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for ABC Liquor to the Tuesday, May 26, 2015 City Council Meeting and Authorize Staff to Assess a 20% Late Fee to ABC Liquor per the 2015 Fee Schedule. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 2. Resolution 8411, to Consider an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Big Top Liquor, located at 2577 County Road 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated in accordance with City Code, a public hearing was required when considering the renewal of an off-sale intoxicating liquor license. She explained that Big Top Liquor was requesting a liquor license renewal and has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees. She reported that staff has conducted the required inspections and was waiting on the background investigation. She noted that all property taxes and utility bills were paid in full. Staff recommended the Council hold a public hearing and approve the off-sale intoxicating liquor license for Big Top Liquor, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation and fire inspection. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8411, to Consider an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Big Top Liquor, located at 2577 County Road 10, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation and fire inspection. Council Member Mueller reported that Big Top Liquor requires all employees to attend compliance check training both for cigarette and liquor sales. She applauded Big Top for their training efforts. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 3. Resolution 8412, to Consider an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Vino & Stogies, located at 2345 County Road H2. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated in accordance with City Code, a public hearing was required when considering the renewal of an off-sale intoxicating liquor license. She explained that Vino & Stogies was requesting a liquor license renewal and has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees. She reported that staff has conducted the required inspections and was waiting on the background investigation. She noted that all property taxes and utility bills were paid in full. Staff recommended the Council hold a public hearing and approve the off-sale Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 5 intoxicating liquor license for Vino & Stogies, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation and fire inspection. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:27 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:27 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8412, to Consider an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Vino & Stogies, located at 2345 County Road H2, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation and fire inspection. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. C. Public Hearing: Resolution 8413, to Consider an Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor License for SuperAmerica located at 2640 County Road I. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated in accordance with City Code, a public hearing was required when considering the renewal of an off-sale 3.2 malt liquor license. She explained that SuperAmerica was requesting a liquor license renewal and has submitted all necessary paperwork and fees. She reported that staff has conducted the required inspections and was waiting on the background investigation. She noted that all property taxes and utility bills were paid in full. Staff recommended the Council hold a public hearing and approve the 3.2 malt liquor license for SuperAmerica, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation, and fire inspection. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:29 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:29 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8413, to Consider an Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor License for SuperAmerica located at 2640 County Road I, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation and fire inspection. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. D. Public Hearing: Resolution 8414, Approving a Temporary 3.2 Malt Liquor License for the Mounds View Festival in the Park Committee to Allow the Ole Piper Inn to sell liquor during the August 22, 2015, Mounds View Festival in the Park. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated in accordance with City Code, a public hearing was required when considering a temporary 3.2 malt liquor license. She explained that the Mounds View Festival in the Park Committee was requesting Ole Pipe Inn be allowed to sell liquor during the August 22, 2015, Mounds View Festival in the Park. She reported that all necessary paperwork and fees have been submitted. Staff has submitted a criminal background Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 6 investigation. She noted that the Ole Piper Inn has a current liquor license with the City of Blaine. Staff recommended the Council hold a public hearing and approve the temporary 3.2 malt liquor license for the Mounds View Festival in the Park Committee, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:32 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:32 p.m. Theresa Cermak, President of the Mounds View Festival in the Park Committee, thanked the Council for considering her request. Council Member Gunn asked how security would be managed this year to ensure that minors were not being served at this year’s Festival in the Park. Paul Spitzley, owner of Ole Piper Inn, explained this was a new event for him. He reported his intention would be to card all individuals before entering the beer garden. Those individuals of age, would be given a wrist band and must remain within the beer garden when consuming beverages. Council Member Meehlhause asked if minors would be able to sit within the beer garden with their parents. Mr. Spitzley explained that minors accompanied by an adult would be allowed to sit within the beer garden. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8414, Approving a Temporary 3.2 Malt Liquor License for the Mounds View Festival in the Park Committee to Allow the Ole Piper Inn to sell liquor during the August 22, 2015, Mounds View Festival in the Park, contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. E. Resolution 8405, Adopting a Five Year Financial Plan for 2016 through 2020. Finance Director Beer reviewed the five year financial plan for years 2016 through 2020 with the Council. He explained that this document assisted Council and staff greatly when establishing upcoming budgets. He requested approval of the five year plan. Council Member Mueller provided an update from the Ramsey County Dispatch Committee meeting. She noted that expenses would remain relatively flat in 2015 and 2016, but in 2017 a 3% increase would be proposed. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8405, Adopting a Five Year Financial Plan for 2016 through 2020. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 7 F. Resolution 8404, Adopting a Budget Calendar for the Preparation of the 2016 Budget. Finance Director Beer requested the Council adopt a budget calendar to assist with the preparation of the 2016 budget. He reviewed the formal dates within the timeline. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8404, Adopting a Budget Calendar for the Preparation of the 2016 Budget. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. G. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 899, Amending Chapters 1102 and 1106 of the Mounds View Zoning Code to Allow Columbaria on Properties owned by Religious Institutions – Roll Call Vote Planning Associate Heller explained the Council introduced this Ordinance at the April 27, 2015 City Council meeting. She discussed the growing need for columbaria and recommended that the Council adopt Ordinance 899, which would allow Columbaria on properties owned by religious institutions. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Mueller. To Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance 899, Amending Chapters 1102 and 1106 of the Mounds View Zoning Code to Allow Columbaria on Properties owned by Religious Institutions. Council Member Meehlhause thanked the Planning Commission and staff for addressing this matter and making a recommendation to the City Council. ROLL CALL: Gunn/Hull/Meehlhause/Mueller/ Flaherty. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. H. Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 900, Amending City Code Titles 1000 and 1100 to Remove Language Pertaining to Religious Institutions. Planning Associate Heller requested the Council introduce Ordinance 900, amending City Code Titles 1000 and 1100 removing language pertaining to religious institutions. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the First Reading and Introduce Ordinance 900, Amending City Code Titles 1000 and 1100 to Remove Language Pertaining to Religious Institutions. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 8 I. Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 901, Amending City Code Title 500, Business License Regulations by Adding Chapter 519, Christmas Trees. Planning Associate Heller requested the Council introduce Ordinance 901, which would amend City Code Title 500, which would amend business license regulations, adding Chapter 519 allowing for Christmas trees. She explained a fee would have to be added to the fee schedule to address this type of transient merchant. Mayor Flaherty supported the definitions within the proposed Ordinance. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the First Reading and Introduce Ordinance 901, Amending City Code Title 500, Business License Regulations by Adding Chapter 519, Christmas Trees. Council Member Mueller thanked staff for addressing this matter through a code amendment. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. J. Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 902, Amending Zoning Code Title 1100, Chapter 1112, to Add Requirements for Temporary Outdoor Food Sales. Planning Associate Heller requested the Council introduce Ordinance 902 amending the Zoning Code to add requirements for temporary outdoor food sales. She explained this amendment would allow for transient outdoor merchants to sell food. She commented that the new language would allow for vendors to remain within the City at one spot for up to 21 days, which aligns with County and State requirements. Council Member Mueller asked if food trucks were licensed through the State. Planning Associate Heller explained that food truck vendors were licensed through the County Health Department. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Waive the First Reading and Introduce Ordinance 902, Amending Zoning Code Title 1100, Chapter 1112, to Add Requirements for Temporary Outdoor Food Sales. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. K. Resolution 8416, Approving Plans and Specifications and Authorizing Advertisement for Bid for the Mustang Drive/Circle Pavement Rehabilitation Project. Interim Public Works Director Peterson requested the Council approve the plans and specifications and authorize staff to advertise for bids for the Mustang Drive/Circle pavement rehabilitation project. He discussed the history and future timeline of the project. He anticipated Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 9 that bids would be received by Friday, June 5 th and the project would be awarded on Monday, June 8 th . It was noted the plans and specifications were based on the previously approved feasibility study. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Revised Resolution 8416, Approving Plans and Specifications and Authorizing Advertisement for Bid for the Mustang Drive/Circle Pavement Rehabilitation Project. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. L. Resolution 8417, Approving a Construction Contract with Rosenquist Construction, Inc. for the 2015 Reroofing of Well House No. 2, and Booster Station. Interim Public Works Director Peterson requested the Council approve a construction contract for the reroofing of Well House No. 2 and the Booster Station. He discussed the bidding process and noted the low bid was submitted by Rosenquist Construction, Inc. in an amount of $71,960. He noted the project was expected to be completed by June 26 th . In addition to the reroofing, masonry rehabilitation work was necessary and amounted to $141,460. With contingencies, the project totaled $224,218. Staff discussed how the project would be funded and explained the project was budgeted for 2015. Council Member Meehlhause appreciated staff explaining how the project would be funded, since it came in over budget. He asked if there were any other roofs in need of replacement. Interim Public Works Director Peterson commented that Random Park was the only structure that remained on the list for replacement. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8417, Approving a Construction Contract with Rosenquist Construction, Inc. for the 2015 Reroofing of Well House No. 2, and Booster Station. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 8. CONSENT AGENDA Council Member Hull asked to remove Item 8A. A. Resolution 8415, a Resolution Approving an Exemption for CenturyLink to Install and Deploy Aerial Fiber Optic Facilities in Mounds View. B. Set a Public Hearing for Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. for the Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 900, Amending City Code Titles 1000 and 1100 to Remove Language Pertaining to Religious Institutions. C. Set a Public Hearing for Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. for the Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 901, Amending City Code Title 500, Business License Regulations by Adding Chapter 519, Christmas Trees. Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 10 D. Set a Public Hearing for Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. for the Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 902, Amending Zoning Code Title 1100, Chapter 1112, to Add Requirements for Temporary Outdoor Food Sales. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the Consent Agenda as amended removing Item 8A. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. A. Resolution 8415, a Resolution Approving an Exemption for CenturyLink to Install and Deploy Aerial Fiber Optic Facilities in Mounds View. Council Member Hull reported there was a resident in attendance that would like to discuss this item. Vince Meyer, 8380 Spring Lake Road, stated approximately two months ago a truck from North Carolina pulled down his driveway running steel strand cable. He discussed this with the City and learned that a permit was not pulled for the work. He understood that the City put a stop to the work, however, the cables were dangling from the pole to the ground near his home. He indicated the cables were an eyesore. He did not support how the work was being completed and has discussed his concerns with Xcel Energy. He provided the Council with several photographs and requested that this matter be resolved as soon as possible. Aaron Krebs, CenturyLink representative, stated he has been working with City Administrator Ericson on this issue. He understood that the subcontractors were not to be working until CenturyLink received the proper permits. Mayor Flaherty asked if CenturyLink was piggy backing on existing lines or if new lines were necessary. He inquired why the new anchors were required. Mr.Krebs explained that a wrap was required around the fiber line. He explained that CenturyLink had received permission from Xcel Energy to attach to their poles. He indicated he would have to review the photographs further before being able to comment on Mr. Meyer’s situation. Interim Public Works Director Peterson discussed the two different issues that staff was handling with CenturyLink at this time. He indicated that CenturyLink was replacing several poles in the City and was also installing new fiber optic lines. Mayor Flaherty was in favor of tabling action on this item. He recommended that CenturyLink address the concerns on Mr. Meyer’s property. Council Member Mueller stated when the City stopped this project it created the condition on Mr. Meyer’s property. Council Member Gunn requested further information on the guide wires. Mr. Krebs discussed the engineering behind the guide wires in detail with the Council. Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 11 MOTION/SECOND: Flaherty/Hull. To Table Action on this Item to the May 26, 2015 City Council Meeting. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 9. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS Finance Director Beer answered the Council's questions related to claims. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Approve the Just and Correct Claims as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. March 23, 2015, City Council Meeting Minutes. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the March 23, 2015, City Council meeting minutes as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. B. April 13, 2015, City Council Meeting Minutes. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Gunn. To Approve the April 13, 2015, City Council meeting minutes as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 11. REPORTS A. Reports of Mayor and Council. Council Member Mueller discussed the events that took place at the Ramsey County Dispatch Policy Committee meeting last week. She reported the CAD system went live in March. She noted the group discussed the 2016 and 2017 budgets. Council Member Mueller explained the Festival in the Park Committee would be meeting again on Tuesday, May 19 th at 7:00 p.m. Council Member Mueller stated the Mounds View Business Council would be meeting on Wednesday, May 13 th at the Community Center at 7:30 a.m. Council Member Mueller indicated the League of Minnesota Cities Board of Directors meets on Wednesday, March 20 th and would be interviewing potential new directors. Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 12 Council Member Mueller commented Discover Aviation Days would be held on May 30 th and May 31 st at the Anoka County Airport. The hanger dance was scheduled for 8:00 p.m. on May 30 th . Council Member Gunn reported she attended the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Bel Rae Senior Living this afternoon. Council Member Meehlhause updated the Council on the events taking place at Northeast Youth and Family Services. He was pleased to report that the group was improving its financial situation as operating costs are down. He noted he would be attending another NYFS meeting on Friday, May 15 th . Council Member Meehlhause explained he attended the recent NYFS Leadership Luncheon fundraiser. He was pleased with the attendance at this event. Council Member Meehlhause stated he attended the Ramsey County Police Memorial event and recommended the Council attend this event in the future. He appreciated the speech given by the keynote speaker discussing officer safety. Council Member Meehlhause reported he would be attending a Twin Cities Gateway Board meeting on Wednesday, May 20 th . Mayor Flaherty indicated he attended a North Suburban Cable Commission meeting last week. The group approved the 2014 audit and continues discussion surrounding the CenturyLink franchise. B. Reports of Staff. City Administrator Ericson reported he and Brian Beeman would be meeting with several potential developers regarding the Crossroads Point property on Tuesday, May 12 th . C. Reports of City Attorney. There was nothing additional to report. 12. Next Council Work Session: Monday, June 1, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. Next Council Meeting: TUESDAY, May 26, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. Mounds View City Council May 11, 2015 Regular Meeting Page 13 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:52 p.m. Transcribed by: Heidi Guenther TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.