06-24-13 CCOTS E O CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OTSE O PRAIRIE CENTER
Jure 24,, 2013
6:30 PM
Roll Carl: mayor Jessica Stoc ; uncilrn mb r : Doug Schroeder, Jason W r birn , and
Torn Darkenwald. Excused absence: Councilmember Vern H idn r.
Staff: Lori Johnson,. City Administrator; Daniel Licht, City Planner; Ron Wagner, City Engineer;
Andy MacArthur,. City Attorney and Tam! Loff, City Clerk,,
Pledge of Allegiance: mayor Stockamp led in the Pledge of Allegiance,,
1 Open Forum.
Special Presentation, Center Point Energy Representative Chad Hibbard.
Brad Kar an, Representative from Center Point Energy, presented a check in the amount of
$650 for the purchase of safety equipment. The City Council thanked Mr. Ka l yn n and
CntrPint Energy for their contribution to the City*
Consider agenda approval.
CM Darkenwald noted he was not in attendance at the Jure 10, 2013 meeting.
CM Schroeder motioned to approve as writtem. Seconded by CM Warehi e. All i
favor. Motion carried],
3, Consent Agenda.. (Non- con'trv rsi a ite rns),
3A Approve Claims List.
3.2 Approve City Council Meeting Minutes.
, June 5, 2013 Spacial Meeting.
Jure 10, 2013 Meeting. -MOVED To ITEM 19
33 Received ommi si n Meeting Minutes:
A, Planning Commission March 4, 2013,
B. Parks & Recreation April 10, 2013,
C. Police Commission April 9, 2013,
D. HPC May 1,2013.
3.4 Resolution 13-33 accepting Center Point Energy Grant.
3,5 Carl a Special Meeting on July 8,, 2013 directly following the regular scheduled meeting.
16 Approve hire of Recreation Assistants.
3,7 Approve Liquor License for Pour Bottle Shop.
3.8 Approve utility tool purchase.
3.9 Approve City Council Meeting Minutes for June 10, 2013.
M Darkenwald motioned to roue item 3.2B to item 3.9 and approve .teas 11 to
3. 8,, Seconded by CM Schroeder,. All in favor. Motion carried.
CM Schroeder motioned to approve item 3.9. Seconded by CMWarehime. Motion
carried -. CM Darkenwald abstained*
4, Public Hearing.
A Consider LaBeaux Avenue Assessment.
A. City Clerk attests to lecial notice.
B. Presentation,
Public Comments.
Close the Public Hearing.
E, Consider Resolution 2013-34 and 2013-35.
City Clerk Luff attested that all the proper noticing,, posting and publishing have been
completed. city Engineer Wagner presented the staff report. City staff recommends delaying
awarding the contract until all the signed easements are received.
Mayer Steck arnp opened the Public Hearing ring t :41 PM.
City Attorney MacArthur reviewed the assessment process and presented for the record the
appraisal of benefit to the properties in the amount of $9,000-10,000,
Carol Fernh l , 7514 LaBeaux Avenue NE, said her concern Is with the school bus and the
children once the cul-de-sac is removed. She questioned if STMA be told of this change
because they currently have a stop down by her house where the cul-de-sac will now be
located at 75th Street. She is worried about the ditch. City Planner Licht said the city could add a
trail connection out to County Road 19. Mayor Stockamp has concern with the safety of the
children as well. city Engineer Wagner said we could add a culvert with a path with concrete
bolsters to keep cars off the trail. City Administrator Johnson stated it is the city's intent t
remove the cul-de-sac for safety reasons. She further stated staff would work to resolve the
bus stop issue. Mayor St cl ar p directed city staff to contact the St. Michael -Albertville School
District and the bus company.
Ed Specht, 8724 mason Avenue, asked when the payment for assessment world start. City
Administrator Johns n said May 15 of 2014. Mr. Specht asked when the interest starts. City
Administrator Johnson said 30 days after the assessment.
Elizabeth Specht, 8724 Ilan Avenue, regarding property 7818 Leux Avenue NE, said she
doesn't think that it is fair to pay interest from the day it is approved. fps. Specht said she feels
it should begin when tete project is completed, City Attorney MacArthur e lained the state
statute. CM Darkenwald said the City could reduce that cost from the amount. City Attorney
MacArthur stated a reduction in the amount is allowed by statute. Ms. Specht also questioned
the interest rate stating she feels % is too high. City Planner Licht said the sewer band rate
was 4.09%.For a recent project,, Pr spectP int ; the assessment interest rate was 5.4%,, Ms.
Specht said she feels 5,4% is fair. Ms, Specht questioned the width of the proposed road. City
Engineer Wagner said it is 22 ft, wide with one foot of gravel on each side.
Ed Specht, 8724 Mason Avenue, said easements are usually bought not given. City Attorney
MacArthur explained that because this property was originally platted by the county the normal
easements were not given as is the case with properties now platted by the city. He further
stated that the city is paying for the entire storm sewer improvement, fir. Specht asked if the
easement would be ten feet. City Engineer Wagner said correct,
Mayor Stockarnp closed the Public Hearing at 7:94 PM,
CM w rehime asked if the city adds the path, will that change the numbers and approval. city
engineer Wagner said he estimates it will add around $2,,000-3,000 to the City's cost.
City Planner Licht said his numbers were wrong previously; its 5.6% interest charged on the
recent assessment.
CM r enwald motioned to approve Resolution 2013-m34 adopting assessment with
ten year tern; and Sm6010 interest,, table III changing 7818 LaBeaux Avenue t
current owners Ed and Elizabeth Specht and reducing the assessment amount by
$62.70 to a total of $4,371.68 per parcel. Seconded by CM Schroeder. All in favor.
Motion carried*
City Engineer Wagner said this item will be brought back to the City Council in July.
51 Public Works.
5t1 Consider Resolution 13-36 accepting Feasibility Report for Jalcler
City Engineer Wagner presented the staff~ report* City Engineer Wagner- said a Conditional Use
Permit would be need for the far driveway access. CM Darkenwald question why not just have it
end with no cul-de-sac, City Engineer Wagner said because there would be no connection for
the property owner. City Engineer Wagner said the city will need waiver of the assessment
public hearing signed by the property owners, Mayor Stockarnp asked ghat the majority is
needed to proceed. City Planner Licht said five out nine property owners,
M Darkenwalld motioned to adopt Resolution 2013-36 accepting the feasibility
report for improvement of JaIger Avenue and 100" Street and ordering preparation
of plans. Seconded by CM Warehime. All in favor. Motion carried.
5.2 Consider Resolution 13-37 a rovin Plans and S Mcations for Needham Avenue
Drainage Irnprovernent Project.
City Engineer Wagner presented the staff report.
Richard hard Devitt, 8360 Needham Avenue, asked if something will be done with the culvert. City
Engineer Wagner said yes it will be reset. Mr, Devitt said he hopes it will be reformed on his
side. City Engineer Wagner said yes. Mr. Devitt stated he feels it is almost just putting a band-
aid on the problem. City Engineer Wagner explained they televised the line and the water was
moving.
Mayor Sto tramp asked for the status of the improvements to be made by Mr. Goenner. City
Engineer Wagner said a letter was sent to Mr, Goenner with the last date by which the project
must be completed and he responded by submitting plans which City Engineer Wagner said he
is currently reviewing.
CM warehir e said if the property owners are assessed again if Phase I is done and then the
City goes. back to do Phase 2, City Engineer Wagner said yes.
CM Schroeder motioned to adopt Resolution 2013-w37 approving plans and
specifications for the Needham Avenue Drainage Improvement Project Phase I and
ordering request for quotes, seconded by CM Darkenwald. All in favor. Motion
carried.
ommurni Develo r ent;
,1 Justen 2nd Addition:
Ar Pr liminary and Final Pint.
, vacation of Drainage Easement,
City Planner Licht presented the staff report, Applicant Representative Brad Richardson was
present and accepting the recommendations by the City Engineer. City Planner Licht said City
staff reviewed the soil tests and grading plan and found them to be consistent with City
requirements. City Engineer Wagner is recommending a shallow basin on the southern portion
of Lot 2 to catch the runoff equal to two 100 year back to back storms.
M Darkenwald asked if Lot 2 could be subdivided in the future. City Planner Licht said it
doesn't have adequate frontage; it would need 10 feet from the neighboring property to meet
the requirements.
CM 1arenald motioned to approve the Preliminary Plat and Final Plat of Justen
nd addition subject to the conditions outlined in the findings of fact as presented,
adoption of Resolution 2013- 39 and Resolution 2013-39. seconded by CM
War hime,. All in favor. Motion carried*
----...GW...Coundl Reports and Updates.
7.1 Metro Apt)(1ance f lin inn i ,
CM Darkenwald motioned to approve. seconded by Mayor Stockamp. Motion carried
-r CM Warehime, abstained,,
Staff Reports and Updates._
City Administrator Johnson said she received a request from Guardian Angels for conduit bond
financing for a project in Albertville. She Is looking for approval to continue discussions with
Guardian Angels on their request.
M Darkenwald said he agrees with pursuing but would like to see a Iist of pros and cons. The
City Council agreed to proceed,
. Adjourn.
CM Darkenwald motioned to adjourn. seconded by CM Warehime, All in
aver. Motion carried. Adjourned at 7:52 PM1I
ATTEST: S�4W
Tamp l.off, City Clerk
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