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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11.21.88 Council Minutes MINUTES COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR NOVEMBER 21,. 1988 1. Mayor Kelly called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Members Present: Donaldson, Galler, Kelly, Mayer. Members Absent: Sprute. Also Present: Administrator Thompson, Attorney Grannis. 2. MOTION by Donaldson, second by Mayer to approve the agenda with the following changes: a. Remove item 11a - Capital Outlay Request - Cracksealer b. Remove items lId and lIe - Capital Outlay Requests - Fire Department - from the consent agenda for general discussion. APIF,. MOTION CARRIED. 3. It was the consensus of the Council to approve the minutes of the November 7, 1988 regular meeting and the November 9, 1988 special meeting. 4. Several residents who live in the vicinity of CSAH #31 presented a petition requesting the City Council reduce the speed limit on CSAH #31. Administrator Thompson stated that the City could not set the speed limit because it was a County road, but could petition the County to undertake a traffic study to determine if the reduction was warranted. A lengthy discussion followed regarding safety concerns on the road. MOTION by Kelly, second by Donaldson to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R84-88 requesting the County to reduce the speed limit on CSAH #31 and to straighten out CSAH #31. APIF,. MOTION CARRIED. 5. On behalf of the Council, Mayor Kelly presented certificates of appreciation to Arlen Olson and Michael Vought for their assistance in aiding a fire victim. 6. It was the consensus of the Council that no public hearing be held for 1989 Mineral Extraction Permit renewals. 7. The Council next considered a survey of surrounding cities' delinquent billing policies. Adminstrator Thompson noted that Farmington presently charged the highest interest and penalties. No action was taken. 8. MOTION by Mayer, second by Donaldson to approve the consent agenda as follows: a. Approve Pay Estimate #3 - Rice Lake Contracting - Project 88-2 - $18,776.68. b. Approve Schools and Conferences Request - Engineering - Annual Meeting. c. Approve Schools and Conferences Request - Police Department. d. Approve payment of the bills as submitted. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 9. MOTION by Galler, second by Donaldson to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R8S-88 approving the plans and specifications for an automated garbage truck and trash containers and ordering the advertisement for bids. APIF,. MOTION CARRIED. 10. Mayor Kelly opened a public hearing at 7:30 P.M. to consider amending Title 10-6-14 of the Zoning Ordinance relating to landscaping. Administrator Thompson stated that the intent of the Planning Commission was that plans only be required only for commercial and industrial permits and that the language should be clarified to reflect that. Administrator Thompson also stated that he was uncomfortable with the 10% open space provision for the B-2 District because of potential conflicts with the Downtown Redevelopment plan and maintenance problems. Attorney Grannis stated that standards should be developed for the Planner review provision. MOTION by Donaldson, second by Kelly to refer the ordinance back to the Planning Commission for clarification of the landscape review provision, review of the 10% open space provision, and standards for Planner review. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. The hearing was continued until December 19, 1988 at 7:30 P.M. 11. Mayor Kelly opened a public hearing at 7:45 P.M. to consider the following 1989 Liquor License applications: Kenneth LaBeau dba Longbranch Saloon and Eatery - On Sale/Sunday Larry L. Mann dba Farmington Lanes - On Sale/Sunday Fred Warweg dba Clifford Larson Post #189 - On Sale/Sunday Eagles Club - Club/Sunday VFW Post #7662 - Club/Sunday No comments were made. Mayor Kelly closed the public hearing. MOTION by Kelly, second by Galler to approve the abovementioned licenses the following 1989 off sale beer licenses: Gerald Deetz dba Budget Mart (south) Gerald Deetz dba Budget Mart (north) John B. Enggren dba Tom Thumb (Elm Street) Walter Pettit dba Tom Thumb (T.H. #3) APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 12. plus 13. Administrator Thompson presented a summary of the developers agreement for TIF Development District #1 (Duo Plastics) as outlined in his memo dated November 21, 1988. Administrator Thompson stated that the Agreement was presently being reviewed by the developer and that he had not received a response from the Bond Counsel at this time. It was the consensus of the Council to hold a special meeting on November 30, 1988 at 8:00 P.M. to consider the developers agreement. 14. MOTION by Mayer, second by Galler to approve the budget adjustments as outlined in the Finance Director's November 18, 1988 memo. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 15. Mayor Kelly opened a public hearing at 8:00 P.M. to consider the Celebrate Minnesota 1990 Program. The Council viewed a video tape on the program. Administrator Thompson reviewed the proposed program as outlined in his November 3, 1988 memo. Parks and Recreation Director Jim Bell stated that all service organizations had been invited to the hearing and noted that several representatives were present. Mr. Bell stressed that the City would require letters of support from the organizations. Dan Nicolai representing the Beaustification Committee stated that his group supported the project and would be willing to assist. Administrator Thompson stressed the nee"' for volunteers and cooperation. Mayor Kelly closed the hearing. 16. MOTION by Kelly, second by Donaldson to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R86-88 approving the Celebrate Minnesota 1990 Grant Application and authorizing Jim Bell as the primary contact person. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 17. The Council next considered an Affirmative Action Policy submitted by the Finance Director. Mr. Henneke stated that the policy is required in order for the City to receive any State funds. Mr. Henneke noted that the policy set goals, not quotes and that the reporting would be tied directly into the City's computers. MOTION by Kelly, second by Donaldson to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R87-88 adopting the Affirmative Action Policy. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 18. The Council next considered the organizational chart as proposed by the Administrator. Administrator Thompson stated that while the proposed organizational chart differed from the present chart, because of added services and personnel, the proposed chart more accurately reflected the actual organizational structure. Administrator Thompson stated that the major change would be promoting the Deputy Clerk to Department Head status. Councilmember Mayer expressed concern regarding the "flatness" of the organization and the number of person reporting directly to the Administrator. Administrator Thompson stated that the organizational chart would not change the existing personnel structure dramatically and that he was comfortable working with the present structure. Councilmember Donaldson stated that he was not comfortable with the proposed chart. Administrator Thompson stated that he was seeking an acknowledgement of what was actually taking place. MOTION by Kelly, second by Galler to approve the organizational chart as submitted. Voting for: Galler, Kelly. Voting Against: Mayer, Donaldson. MOTION FAILED. 19. MOTION by Kelly, second by Mayer to approve the Auditor's Letter of Engagement submitted by Pannell, Kerr and Forester dated November 4, 1988 to perform the 1989 Audit. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 20. The Council next considered the proposed Capital Outlay Requests by the Fire Department for Hazardous Material Suits and a high pressure washer. Councilmember Galler asked if the items were in the 1988 Budget. Finance Director Henneke stated that they were. MOTION by Gall~r, second by Kelly to approve the requests. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 21. The Council tabled the Election Recount Expenses until the next regular meeting. 22. During roundtable the following items were discussed. a. Building Official to inspect the Main Street Elevator property to close out complaints. b. Letter of thanks from the Council regarding the Halloween walk and party. c. Organizations Chart to be placed on the December 5, 1988 agenda for dis- cussion and Councilmembers to contact Administrator regarding concerns. 23. MOTION by Mayer, second by Galler to adjourn at 10:00 P.M. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Respectfully submitted, --/ ~.~ //"';p 1-~7"'" Larry Thompson City Administrator Approved