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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02.01.99 Council Minutes COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR February 1, 1999 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ristow at 7:00 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Ristow led the audience and Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL Members Present: Members Absent: Also Present: Ristow, Cordes, Soderberg, Strachan, Verch None City Administrator Erar, Attorney Joel Jamnik, City Management Team 4. APPROVE A GENDA MOTION by Soderberg, second by Cordes to approve the Agenda. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS a) Staff Introduction Mr. Tom Dubbels was introduced as the new Park Keeper in the Parks and Recreation Department. 6. CITIZEN COMMENTS Mr. John Engrav, 2410 220th Street W, inquired regarding placing a stop sign on Elm Street between Burger King and More 4. Staff will prepare a written response for the February 16, 1999 Council Meeting. 7. CONSENT AGENDA Item 7a) Council Minutes 1/19/99 were pulled as Councilmember Strachan was absent from that meeting and wanted to abstain from voting. MOTION by Cordes, second by Soderberg to approve Council Minutes 1/19/99 (Regular). Voting for: Cordes, Soderberg, Verch. Abstain: Ristow, Strachan. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Strachan, second by Verch to approve the Consent Agenda as follows: b) Approved capital outlay - Police Department c) Approved appointment recommendation - Parks and Recreation Department d) Adopted RESOLUTION R07-99 accepting donation - Ice Arena e) Adopted RESOLUTION R08-99 accepting Metro Meals on Wheels Collaborative Grant f) Adopted RESOLUTIONS R09-99 and RI0-99 approving Park Grant Applications g) Received 1998 Liquor Store Sales Report h) Approved bills APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Council Minutes (Regular) February 1, 1999 Page 2 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS a) Hearing Continuance - Seed Property Annexation The Hearing was continued from the January 19, 1999 Council Meeting. Staff presented a draft Orderly Annexation Agreement between Empire Township and the City of Fannington. The Agreement contains the following provisions: - The subject area is the entire Seed Family property which comprises approximately 960 acres. - The properties in the subject area cannot be petitioned for annexation unless all owners have signed a petition requesting annexation. - The property would have to be contiguous to the City and no longer enrolled in the agriculture preserve program, which expires December 31, 200 I. - The use or development proposal for the property is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan. - Public sewer or water is available or proposed to be made available to serve the property . The only exception to these conditions is 80 acres owned by Mr. Gerald Stelzel. An Amended Option and Put Agreement between the Seed and Stelzel families provides that the Seed Family will not petition this portion of the property, within the Orderly Annexation Agreement, for annexation into the City until the earlier of: - The date Gerald Stelzel no longer serves in any elected or appointed capacity for Empire Township; or - The date Gerald Stelzel no longer occupies the property identified as his homestead; or - The date of death of Gerald Stelzel; or - January 1,2009. The Empire Town Board approved this agreement at their January 12, 1999 meeting. Approval of this agreement will allow the City to include this area in its Comprehensive Plan update. A letter was received from Genstar, stating upon approval of this agreement, Genstar would withdraw their original 60-acre petition. Mayor Ristow questioned because of all the land being annexed and in agriculture preserve, why wait three years? Staff replied it was suggested the land stay in Empire Township while in agriculture preserve, as the landowners made a commitment not to develop the land for a certain number of years. Councilmember Soderberg asked if Genstar is planning to bring in all 960 acres at once. Mr. Steve Juetten, Genstar, replied he cannot answer that right now. Genstar will work with staff over the next three years to work out what is best for everyone. Councilmember Soderberg then asked what is Genstar's vision for the property. Mr. Juetten replied, Genstar will do a market study on the property and determine what the best uses are for the site. Councilmember Cordes, asked if it was seven years before the City can petition for more MUSA. Staffwill work on a MUSA expansion plan within the next 5-7 years. MUSA expansion plans are typically done in five-year increments, therefore, the next MUSA expansion effort Council Minutes (Regular) February 1, 1999 Page 3 will begin in 2005. MOTION by Strachan, second by Cordes to close the Public Hearing for the Seed Property Annexation. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Cordes, second by Soderberg to execute Joint Resolution No. 1999- 1 establishing joint planning and orderly growth. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Strachan, second by Cordes to acknowledge withdrawal of petition for annexation from Genstar, property owner. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 9. AWARD OF CONTRACT 10. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS a) Conflict of Interest Information Information was presented to Council in an attempt to clarify any potential issues that may arise given the changing dynamic of Council. The information summarizes the legal opinion of the City Attorney. As issues arise, this will be the guide that Council and staff will use to resolve issues. b) Draft Land Use Plan - Presentation Staff reviewed previous discussions regarding development of the Land Use Plan and Policy Statements. The Planning Commission adopted the Land Use Plan at their January 12, 1999 Planning Commission meeting. The Planning staff divided the Land Use Plan into six separate districts including the North Central, North East, Central, IndustriallBusiness Park, Downtown and West Rural districts. Each district was discussed. The Policy Statements were derived from the information formulated at the Visioning Sessions held in July of 1998. The policies will be utilized as a yardstick against which proposed ordinances and programs can be measured. The policies deal with land use, natural resources, housing and staged development. The Plan was presented to Council for their information and recommendations. Mr. Steve Albrecht, a representative of Mr. Allen who has a purchase agreement on the Neilen property, outlined the uses and benefits of the property. This property will be part of a revised Comprehensive Plan in the next 5-10 years. c) Dakota County HRA Legislative Proposal The Dakota County HRA is proposing to amend the special law that created the HRA. The proposed change would involve changing the name to the Dakota County Community Development Agency and that it be authorized to exercise both the powers of a Housing and Redevelopment Authority and an Economic Development Authority. The County HRA is seeking comments from cities in the county that can be forwarded to the County Board. MOTION by Cordes, second by Soderberg authorizing a letter be submitted to the Dakota County HRA in support of their proposed special legislation seeking Economic Development Authority powers. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Council Minutes (Regular) February 1, 1999 Page 4 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a) Council By-Laws Language Revision (carry-over 1/19/99) This clarifies language that allows Council to submit itemized requests for reimbursement or advancement. It removes redundant or obsolete language. MOTION by Soderberg, second by Strachan to amend the proposed By-Laws. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. b) Council By-Laws Research Issues (carry-over 1/19/99) This was presented for Council information regarding attendance of Councilmembers and members of Boards and Commissions. 12. NEW BUSINESS a) Adopt Resolution - 1999 Sealcoat Project Feasibility Report The Feasibility Report for the 1999 Seal Coat Project was presented. Streets in Deer Meadows I st Addition and Deer Meadows 2nd Addition will all be seal coated for the first time. Dakota County Estates 1 st Addition and several downtown streets and parking lots have not been seal coated in over seven years and are proposed to be included in the project this year. The 1999 Seal Coat Project is included in the 1999 Capital Improvement Plan. Several streets in the project have been previously assessed through their Development Contracts and the remaining properties will be assessed through the City's special assessment policy. Any remaining costs would be funded through the City's Road and Bridge Fund. Total estimated cost is $81,000. Two options were presented for assessing this project. The rate has increased slightly each year. Option 1 recommends the assessment rate be $57.00 per unit. Option 2 would be to assess the project at 50% as stated in the City's Assessment Policy. Councilmember Strachan asked if the estimated amount comes back at a lower bid, does that reduce the assessed amounts per property. Staff replied the rationale for staying consistent with the policy is so people are not treated differently from what happened in the past. Councilmember Strachan suggested making the motion for a 50/50 split not to exceed $60.48 per unit to adhere to policy. Mayor Ristow stated Council is trying to be fair so the amount assessed the first year would be equal to the amount assessed in year seven. Staff stated if the Council sets the amount at $60.48, that is what will be assessed, no matter what the bid comes in at. No one can expect to pay the same amount in year one as in year seven, as costs go up. Do not set the price at $60.48, set it as a 50/50 split, not to exceed $60.48. Then the assessment will be at 50% or $60.48, whichever is lower. Council agreed to accept Option 2, a 50/50 split with the exception the assessed amount should not exceed $60.48. MOTION by Strachan, second by Cordes to adopt RESOLUTION Rll-99 accepting the Feasibility Report, authorizing the preparation of plans and specifications and scheduling a public hearing for March I, 1999. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Council Minutes (Regular) February 1, 1999 Page 5 b) Schedule Council Workshop Date -1999 Council Goal Setting A Council Goal-Setting Session is being planned to address a number of policy issues that Council may wish to consider for 1999. The accomplishment of these goals would then be monitored throughout the subsequent year, with a fmal report transmitted to Council upon completion. Council approved April 10, 1999 for the Council 1999 Goal-Setting Workshop. 13. COUNCIL ROUNDTABLE Councilmember Strachan: The first ALF Ambulance Board meeting was held last week. Councilmember Soderberg: He read in the paper, it was Lakeville's intent to develop to the Northeast. Approximately 475 building permits will be issued this year. Mr. Endersbe approached Council last year requesting open dialogue with the City. If Lakeville is adding 475 homes and Fannington adding 300 homes, it will have a significant impact on the schools. Staff suggested during the Goal-Setting meeting in April, to set up a schedule to meet with surrounding cities and decide on the issues to be discussed. Councilmember Cordes: Ms. Coreen Hoeft, of Congressman Luther's office offered to update Council on train whistle legislation and to inform Council of technology Coon Rapids is taking advantage of. Staff will follow-up. Councilmember Verch: Hwy3. Received a report from a citizen regarding jake-braking on City Administrator Erar: Welcomed Mayor back from vacation. Community Development Director Olson: There will be an Information Meeting February 3, 1999 at the Library to update citizens on individual septic systems and pumping requirements. 14. ADJOURN MOTION by Verch, second by Strachan to adjourn at 8:55 p.m. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Respectfully submitted, ,7' , ",,7 ,~? / -z.~~ ?r?~~ // Cynthia Muller Executive Assistant