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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 2018/06/11PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Regular Meeting June 11, 2018 Mounds View City Hall 2401 County Road 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 6:30 P.M. 1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL: Bergeron, Gunn, Meehlhause, Mueller NOT PRESENT: Hull 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A. Monday, June 11, 2018, City Council Agenda. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Bergeron. To Approve the Monday, June 11, 2018, agenda as presented. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 5. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of Minutes: May 29, 2018 B. Just and Correct Claims. C. Resolution 8976, Authorizing an Increase in the Community Center Adult Daily Admission Fee. D. Resolution 8977, Approving the Advertising of a Police Officer. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Bergeron. To Approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT Alison Ford, 8378 Groveland Road, requested the Council consider installing stop signs on Groveland Court. She reported the road was wide and the speed of traffic was too high. She discussed how there was a steady stream of cars driving through her neighborhood in the morning whenever 35W backed up. She stated it was difficult for her to get out of her driveway in the mornings. She feared that the traffic on her roadway would only become worse given the Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 2 fact Long Lake Road would be closed this summer. She requested the Council take action prior to something terrible happening in the community. Brian Cornell, 8368 Groveland Road, stated there were 23 kids living on his street plus family pets. He noted one of these children was in a wheelchair. He explained he now had large truck and bus traffic on his street and requested the City Council consider installing stop signs at Groveland Court before something terrible happens in his neighborhood. Dave Auge, 8401 Groveland Road, stated he has lived in his home since 1985. He discussed the concerns he had with the speed of traffic along Groveland Road and commented he was pleased he had several neighbors also in support of stop signs. He recommended the City Council hear the voices of the public and consider installing stop signs at Groveland Court. Molly Kostecky, 8409 Groveland Road, stated she also supported the installation of stop signs at Groveland Court. She explained her son was in a wheelchair and his greatest joy was going up and down the street. She noted her son was not able to cross the street for safety reasons. She commented on the large number of children that live on her street and recommended the Council consider installing stop signs. Albert Wilson, 8346 Groveland Road, indicated he agreed with the comments and concerns being raised by his neighbors. He stated he had a six-year-old daughter who liked to play with the neighbors across the street. He explained this has become a safety concern for his family. He commented the speed of traffic was on the rise and he believed a stop sign was a step in the right direction. Mayor Mueller thanked the public for coming forward with their comments and concerns. Council Member Gunn asked if the City Council could petition to put a stop sign on this MSA road. Public Works Director Peterson stated a petition would be required. Mayor Mueller requested the Police Department have a strong presence in this area to ensure the speed limit is followed. She stated she supported this stop sign becoming a priority for the City to assist this neighborhood in improving their safety. Council Member Meehlhause stated he supported a stop sign as well. He suggested an additional stop sign be considered at Laport. He discussed a grant the Police Department was applying for, noting if funded, the City would have an officer dedicated solely to traffic control. Council Member Bergeron requested staff speak with the County and have them remind the dump truck drivers that the speed limit along Groveland Road was 30 miles per hour. Public Works Director Peterson stated he would speak with the County. The City Council requested this item be placed on a future worksession agenda for further discussion. Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 3 7. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Annual Stormwater Public Information Meeting. Public Works Director Peterson discussed the City’s Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) in detail with the Council. He described the work the City has done in the previous year to improve stormwater management in the community, noting precipitation in 2017 was slightly above average. He discussed the illicit discharge efforts the City completed and noted 13 outfalls were cleaned. Staff provided further comment on the City’s stormwater management and pollution prevention efforts. Mayor Mueller asked for comments or questions from the public. David Piskorski, 7878 Woodlawn Drive, requested further information regarding the City’s deicing program. Public Works Director Peterson commented on the City’s use of brine and noted research shows brine was a better option when treating ice and snow. He reported the City would be purchasing equipment to make its own brine for the 2018-2019 snow plowing season. He explained the use of brine reduced the overall use of salt on the City’s streets. 8. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. Public Hearing: Resolution 8960, Moe’s American Grill, 2400 Mounds View Boulevard, Intoxicating On-Sale Liquor License Renewal. City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council hold a public hearing and consider approval of an intoxicating on-sale liquor license renewal for Moe’s American Grill. He reported all necessary paperwork and fees have been paid to the City. He noted the Resolution would be contingent upon the payment of an outstanding utility bill. Mayor Mueller opened the public hearing at 7:06 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Mueller closed the public hearing at 7:07 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8960, Moe’s American Grill, 2400 Mounds View Boulevard, Intoxicating On-Sale Liquor License Renewal contingent upon the payment of an outstanding utility bill Council Member Meehlhause thanked staff for updating the Resolution noting the contingency for the outstanding utility bill. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. B. Public Hearing: Resolution 8958, Mermaid, 2200 Mounds View Boulevard, Intoxicating On-Sale Liquor License Renewal. City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council hold a public hearing and consider approval of an intoxicating on-sale liquor license renewal for the Mermaid. He reported all necessary Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 4 paperwork and fees have been paid to the City. Staff recommended approval of the Resolution. Mayor Mueller opened the public hearing at 7:08 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Mueller closed the public hearing at 7:08 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Bergeron/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8958, Mermaid, 2200 Mounds View Boulevard, Intoxicating On-Sale Liquor License Renewal. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. C. Public Hearing: Resolution 8963, Vino & Stogies, 2345 County Road H2, Intoxicating Off-Sale Liquor License Renewal. City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council hold a public hearing and consider approval of an intoxicating off-sale liquor license renewal for Vino & Stogies. He reported all necessary paperwork and fees have been paid to the City. Staff recommended approval of the Resolution. Mayor Mueller opened the public hearing at 7:10 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Mueller closed the public hearing at 7:10 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8963, Vino & Stogies, 2345 County Road H2, Intoxicating Off-Sale Liquor License Renewal. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. D. Public Hearing: Resolution 8959, Merwyn Liquors, 2577 Mounds View Boulevard, Intoxicating Off-Sale Liquor License Renewal. City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council hold a public hearing and consider approval of an intoxicating off-sale liquor license renewal for Merwyn Liquors. He reported all necessary paperwork and fees have been paid to the City. Staff recommended approval of the Resolution. Mayor Mueller opened the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Mueller closed the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8959, Merwyn Liquors, 2577 Mounds View Boulevard, Intoxicating Off-Sale Liquor License Renewal. Council Member Gunn requested the spelling of Merwyn Liquors be corrected in the Resolution. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 5 E. Public Hearing: Resolution 8961, SuperAmerica, 2640 County Road I, 3.2% Malt Off-Sale Liquor License. City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council hold a public hearing and consider approval of a 3.2% Malt off-sale liquor license renewal for SuperAmerica. He reported all necessary paperwork and fees have been paid to the City. Staff recommended approval of the Resolution. Mayor Mueller opened the public hearing at 7:14 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Mueller closed the public hearing at 7:14 p.m. Council Member Meehlhause commented SuperAmerica did not pass their first fire inspection but noted they have since passed. City Administrator Zikmund reported this was the case. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Bergeron. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8961, SuperAmerica, 2640 County Road I, 3.2% Malt Off-Sale Liquor License. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. F. Public Hearing: Resolution 8962, Mounds View 15 Theater, 2430 Mounds View Boulevard, Intoxicating On-Sale Liquor License Renewal. City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council hold a public hearing and consider approval of an intoxicating on-sale liquor license renewal for the Mounds View 15 Theater. He reported all necessary paperwork and fees have been paid to the City. Staff recommended approval of the Resolution. Mayor Mueller opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Mueller closed the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Bergeron. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8962, Mounds View 15 Theater, 2430 Mounds View Boulevard, Intoxicating On-Sale Liquor License Renewal. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. G. Public Hearing: Resolution 8957, Northern Tier Retail LLC dba Super Spirits, New Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License and Cigarette/Tobacco License. City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council hold a public hearing and consider approval of a new off-sale intoxicating liquor license for Northern Tier Retail dba Super Spirits along with a cigarette and tobacco license. He reported all necessary paperwork and fees have been paid to the City. Staff recommended approval of the Resolution. Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 6 Council Member Meehlhause commented SuperAmerica would not be able to sell beer, wine and hard liquor at their location until they remodel their store. City Administrator Zikmund commented the applicant was aware of this stipulation. Mayor Mueller questioned if tobacco would be sold in the liquor store, separate from the convenience store. Roger Burton, SuperAmerica representative, reported this was the case. He explained that he has been operating five convenient stores with a liquor store for the past year. Mayor Mueller asked when the renovations would be completed at SuperAmerica. Mr. Burton indicated the hope would be to have this space operational yet this year. Council Member Gunn inquired where parking would be located. Mr. Burton stated the gasoline fueling area may be remodeled in order to allow for additional parking to be gained at the front of the store. Council Member Meehlhause questioned if the building would have an addition or simply be remodeled. Mr. Burton commented the building would be remodeled and no addition was necessary due to the large amount of square footage the convenient store already had. He explained 1,500 square feet on the right-hand side of the store would be remodeled to serve as Super Spirits. Mayor Mueller opened the public hearing at 7:27 p.m. Bob King, 7408 Silver Lake Road, reported SuperAmerica has been a great partner in the community and has helped the Mounds View Police Foundation. Hearing no further public input, Mayor Mueller closed the public hearing at 7:28 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8957, Northern Tier Retail LLC dba Super Spirits located at 2640 County Road I, New Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License and Cigarette/Tobacco License. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. H. Consideration of Resolution 8964 Approving the Renewal Mounds View Business Licenses Expiring June 30, 2018 (Non-Liquor). City Administrator Zikmund requested the Council approve the renewal of all Mounds View Business Licenses (non-liquor) expiring on June, 30, 2018. He reviewed the list of businesses on Appendix A, noting several updates that included removing Krupenny and Sons and RJ Riches and also verifying that Little Caesar’s Pizza was in compliance. With those changes, City Administrator Zikmund recommended approval of Resolution 8964, including Appendix A. Mayor Mueller asked what the differences were between permitted and licensed businesses in the Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 7 City. City Administrator Zikmund discussed the types of businesses that were licensed in Mounds View and those that were approved by a permit. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Bergeron. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8964 Approving the Renewal Mounds View Business Licenses Expiring June 30, 2018 (Non-Liquor) as amended. Mayor Mueller thanked staff for visiting RJ’s to ensure their paperwork was submitted on time. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Police Officer Melissa Miller introduced herself to the City Council and discussed her work history prior to working for the Mounds View Police Department. The Council welcomed Officer Miller to the City of Mounds View. I. MWF Public Hearing for Tax Forfeiture Parcels This item was removed from the agenda. J. MWF Contract for Private Development This item was removed from the agenda. K. MWF Purchase Agreement This item was removed from the agenda. L. MWF TIF. This item was removed from the agenda. M. Resolution 8978, Accepting Bid and Awarding Contract for the Greenfield and Groveland Parks, Tennis and Basketball Court Rehabilitation Project. Public Works Director Peterson requested the Council accept bid and award a contract for the Greenfield and Groveland Parks tennis and basketball court rehabilitation project. He reported plans and specs were completed last year and the project was bid. He explained at the time the project was bid the City only received one response. He stated he was pleased to report the City received two bids after the project was rebid and the results were more favorable. He recommended Fred Kolkmann complete the inspections for this project. Staff provided further comment on the expense of the total project and recommended approval of the request. Council Member Bergeron questioned when this project would begin. Public Works Director Peterson anticipated work would begin shortly noting the project would have to be completed by Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 8 the middle of September. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Bergeron. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8773, Authorizing Advertisement for Hiring a Maintenance Worker in the Public Works Department. Mayor Mueller thanked staff for rebidding this project, noting she was pleased with the final bid results. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. N. Resolution 8979, Approving the Purchase and Installation of Electronic Locks for the Public Works Facility, Phase I. Public Works Director Peterson requested the Council approve the purchase and installation of electronic locks for the Public Works Facility. He discussed the quote received noting the same vendor would be used as was utilized at City Hall and the Community Center. Staff recommended approval of the purchase for Phase I of the electronic lock installation at the Public Works Facility noting this project would be funded from the Special Projects Fund. He commented on how the proposed system would ensure the numerous doors in the building were locked and secure. Mayor Mueller questioned if the expense for this project would be spread out over two years. Public Works Director Peterson reported this was the case. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8979, Approving the Purchase and Installation of Electronic Locks for the Public Works Facility, Phase I. Mayor Mueller stated the Public Works Department held an Open House for the new Public Works Facility on Wednesday, June 6th. Public Works Director Peterson explained he received great feedback from the public on the new facility. Ayes – 4 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 9. REPORTS A. Reports of Mayor and Council. Council Member Gunn stated the Tri City meeting would be held on Tuesday, June 12th at 6:30 p.m. at Fire Station 3. Council Member Bergeron commented he attended the North Suburban Cable Commission meeting last Thursday. He announced this group has hired a new Executive Director, Dana Healy, and noted she would begin work with CTV on Monday, July 16th. He also discussed the cuts that would be made to the municipal assistance program due to budget shortfalls. He noted that the City from now on may have to pay for the broadcast of the Festival in the Park parade. Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 9 Council Member Meehlhause thanked Council Member Bergeron for representing the City of Mounds View and their interests with the Cable Commission. He recommended this item be further discussed at an upcoming worksession meeting. The Council was in agreement. Council Member Meehlhause stated the YMCA Advisory Board met last week and noted summer programs were going well at the Community Center. He commented on the daily admission and park rental fees that were being collected and noted revenues were on the rise. Council Member Meehlhause explained the NYFS Mayor’s Challenge Golf event was held on Monday, June 11th. He reported 22 foursomes signed up which was an increase over last year’s event. He thanked Finance Director Beer for participating in this event. Council Member Meehlhause indicated he would be having lunch with Jerry Hromatka, President of NYFS, on Wednesday, June 13th to discuss his performance review. He commented he would be attending an NYFS Executive Committee meeting on Thursday. Council Member Meehlhause stated he would be attending the League of Minnesota Cities Annual Conference June 20 through June 22 in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Council Member Meehlhause thanked the Public Works staff for putting on the recent Open House. Council Member Meehlhause commented on the home energy audits that were available to Mounds View residents, noting he recently had an audit completed on his home. He encouraged residents to take advantage of this great service. Mayor Mueller thanked Public Works Director Peterson and the entire Public Works team for putting on a great Open House at the new Public Works Facility. She thanked the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce President John Connelly for attending the Open House. She encouraged residents to contact City Hall if interested in touring the facility. Mayor Mueller reported school was out for the summer. She requested residents use caution when driving as children were home for the summer and would be playing outdoors. Mayor Mueller discussed the number of Little Libraries available in Mounds View and noted further information was available at City Hall. She commented on the Little Libraries and wonderful story time that was provided by the neighbors living at the corner of Groveland Road and Arden Avenue. She reported story time would begin again this year on Tuesday, June 12th at 10:00 a.m. and would be held every other week throughout the summertime. Mayor Mueller stated the Festival in the Park Committee would be meeting on Tuesday, June 19th at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. She explained this group was still seeking volunteers and those interested were encouraged to attend this meeting. She indicated the 60th Anniversary Committee was planning a street dance which would be held on Friday, August 17th. Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 10 Mayor Mueller commented she was proud of the Pinewood Elementary Performing Arts Group for performing the National Anthem at the Minnesota Twins Game on Sunday, June 10th. She congratulated this group on their excellent performance. Mayor Mueller reported several members of the City would be attending the League of Minnesota Cities Annual Conference next week in St. Cloud. Theresa Cermak provided the Council with an update on Festival in the Park and from the Mounds View Foundation. She explained the Mounds View Foundation would be holding a fundraiser on Saturday, June 23rd at the North Oaks Von Hansen’s from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. She encouraged residents to participate in this year’s festivities and to celebrate Mounds View’s 60th Anniversary. B. Reports of Staff. Public Works Director Peterson updated the Council on the renovations occurring at the Community Center. He noted a preconstruction meeting for the splash pad was held last week. He commented on the timeline for the Business Park North street improvement project and reported staff would be keeping the impacted businesses updated on the upcoming work. He provided further comment on the road construction that would occur in and around the community that would impact Mounds View residents. Mayor Mueller requested the City consider holding a ground-breaking ceremony for the new City Hall park after completion. City Administrator Zikmund discussed the items that would be addressed at the Tri City meeting on Tuesday, June 12th. It was noted most of the meeting would be informational. City Administrator Zikmund asked if the Council wanted to maintain copies of the City’s minutes and Resolutions onsite or if they could be stored with the Minnesota Historical Society. The Council supported the City transferring these documents to the Historical Society. City Administrator Zikmund reported the INH Neighborhood Meeting would be held on Wednesday, June 27th. City Administrator Zikmund reviewed the agenda he had drafted for a staff meeting he would be holding next week. He noted the City’s GPS system would be discussed. Mayor Mueller commented on the employee luncheon that was held last week. She thanked Finance Director Beer and Human Resources Technician Ewald for all of their assistance at this event. Mounds View City Council June 11, 2018 Regular Meeting Page 11 City Administrator Zikmund reported Fridley has approached SBM to request a proposal for providing services. He indicated more information on this would be offered at the Tri City meeting. C. Reports of City Attorney. There was nothing additional to report. 10. Next Council Work Session: Monday, July 2, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. Next EDA Meeting: Monday, June 25, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. Next Council Meeting: Monday, June 25, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. 11. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:48 p.m. Transcribed by: Heidi Guenther TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.