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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda & Minutes r...........................~JANUARy....3~....2.0(f5...............................1 I 7:00pm ! L.........._.............f.~r~_..~!.~!.~.Q.~....~..Q..~......t.............................J 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. ~ m ~ fj alr(Jl1~ 111t1laas.a ~II ~atellfi. A) Consider Approval of Invoices to be Paid. B) Consider Approval of a Resolution Approving a Final Plat and Authorizing Execution of the Standard Development Contract for the Plat to be known as Wilds North 4th Addition. C) Consider Approval of a Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Lift Station Equipment for the Spring Lake Circle and Raymond Avenue Lift Stations in Spring Lake Township. D) Consider Approval of a Resolution Receiving and Rejecting All Bids for Construction of Concession I Restroom Building Addition and Remodeling at The Ponds Athletic Complex. 6. 010305 www.cityofpriorlake.com Phone 952.447.4230 / Fax 952.447.4245 7. 8. A) Proposal to Conduct Resident Survey by Decision Resources (Dr. Bill Morris) B) Draft Site Selection Study by Wold Architects (Michael Cox) 9. IIIBIIIIIII:: A) Consider Approval of a Resolution Finding No Significant Impact and Making a Negative Declaration on the Need for Additional Environmental Review. B) Consider Approval of a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Establish Separate Parking Requirements for Kennel Uses. 10. A) Consider Approval of Ordinance Amendments Relating to Sewer and Water Rates: (1) Ordinance Amending Prior Lake City Code Section 704.1001 and Section 705.901 to Approve Revised Water and Sewer Utility Rates by Reference in the 2005 Official Fee Schedule; and (2) Ordinance Amending the Utility Bill Capital Facility Charge (CFAC) on the 2005 Official Fee Schedule. B) Consider Approval of a Report Adopting (1) Utility Rate Portion of Fee Study and Amending Water Trunk Area Charge, Water Tower Fee and Water Connection Fee Accordingly. C) Consider Approval of the 2005 Official City Fee Schedule. D) Consider Approval of a Resolution Appointing an Official Bank for the City of Prior Lake. E) Consider Approval of City Council Annual Appointments to Boards, Commissions and Committees. F) Consider Approval of Appointment of an Individual to Fill the City Council Vacancy Created by the Resignation of Andrea Blomberg from January 3, 2005 to December 31, 2005. 11. OTHERBIIINESI1COIICIl.MEMBIR.REPORTS: 12. ADJOIRNMENT 010305 ....P'T 16200 Eagle Creek Avenue S.E. Prior Lake, MN 55372-1714 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES December 20,2004 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Present were Mayor Haugen, Councilmembers Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, City Manager Boyles, City Attorney Pace, Public Works Director Osmundson, Finance Director Teschner, Planning Director Kansier, City Engineer Albrecht, Assistant City Engineer Poppler, Public Works Coordinator McCormick, Park Supervisor AI Friedges, Recreation Supervisor Esser, Communications Coordinator Oster, and Assistant to the City Manager Meyer. PUBLIC FORUM: The Public Forum is intended to afford the public an opportunity to address concerns to the City Council. The Public Forum will be no longer than 30 minutes in length. Items to be considered as part of the Council's regular agenda may not be addressed at the Public Forum. Topics of discussion are also restricted to City governmental topics rather than private or political agendas. The City Council will not take formal action on issues presented during the Public Forum. Boyles: Reviewed the procedure for the public forum. Susan Shroyer (4662 Dakota Street): Commented that her property is one of those added as a consideration for the new City Hall IPolice Station facility site. Suggested that public hearings be conducted rather than informational meetings. Opposed using any site in or adjacent to Lakefront Park. Also concerned about the misappropriation of park referendum funds for this purpose. Believes the public is being mislead. Advised that the public was incorrectly informed that DNR money was used for the purchase of the site, and that future DNR grants would be at risk. Talked about reciprocity to the DNR. Provided Councilmembers with a handout making various allegations. Bovles: Read a letter he wrote to Bruce Wetterlin clarifying that he misinformed the public when he forgot about the use of a $50,000 DNR grant for the purchase of the $550,000 Kop park land in connection with the $7.8 million Park & Library Referendum. Regretted the mistake and stated this should in no way reflect upon the City Councilor the site evaluation process. Blombera: Asked if Ms. Shroyer is still passionate about not using the Lakefront Park site even when her property is under consideration. Shroyer: Confirmed, but added that she did not feel that another building towering over the park on her site was acceptable either. Blombera: Commented that she did not believe that the Kop property was the right site for the City Hall I Police Station, even though she will not be there to vote. Hauaen: Explained that the Kop site was identified two years ago as a site under consideration. Over the course of time as the project has gotten closer to construction, it has been determined that the Kop site might not necessarily be the right site for this facility. The Kop site stayed on the evaluation list so that it could be analyzed again and formally removed. Reviewed the sites being evaluated. Advised that the Council hopes to make the best decision for the whole community now and into the future. Shroyer: Still believes that there has been misconduct on the part of the City. Upset about prospect of losing her home. Hauaen: Appreciated and understood Ms. Shroyer's perspective. www.cityofpriorlake.com Phone 952.447.4230 / Fax 952.447.4245 City Council Meeting Minutes December 20,2004 LeMair: Commented that no decision has been made as to the site. At this point, the City is still gathering information. Hauaen: Also clarified that there is no jail facility, only temporary holding cells. Deb Olson (14640 Bridle Ridge Tram: Very concerned about the development of the Jeffers Pond site. Believes the increase in noise will adversely impact the adjacent neighborhoods. Suggested a natural sound barrier be considered along CSAH 21. Believed new intersections will also help. Would like to maintain as much natural amenity as possible. Hauaen: Commented that these same issues arose when the Carriage Hills neighborhood was developed, and now it seems you're going through it. Advised that property owners have the right to develop, and it offers a challenge for the Planning Commission, City Council, developer and property owner. Noted that the number of units in the Jeffers Pond project have been reduced from 1100 that are allowable to approximately 693. Advised that preservation of the natural amenities of the area was one of the desires of the estate, and one the project proposes. Zieska: Asked if the request is for a natural noise barrier on the east side of CSAH 21. Olson: Confirmed. Hauaen: Advised that some of the solution will be with the development of the Vierling property. Blombera: Asked the next step in order to pursue a solution. Bovles: Advised that the staff can communicate with the County to see if there is a possibility for some sort of natural barrier. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Bovles: Asked that Item 10C be removed (Community Survey) to a later date when the consultant can make a presentation. MOTION BY PETERSEN, SECOND BY BLOMBERG, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS AMENDED. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES MOTION BY ZIESKA, SECOND BY LEMAIR, TO APPROVE THE DECEMBER 6, 2004 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AS SUBMITTED. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA: (A) Consider Approval of Invoices to be Paid (B) Consider Approval of Treasurer's Report. (C) Consider Approval of Building Permit Report. (D) Consider Approval of Animal Warden Monthly Report. (E) Consider Approving 2005 Cigarette License Renewals. (F) Consider Approval of 2005 Massage Therapy Licenses. 2 ""......".' .._.,..""......".,..,...""""'''....,.,.,,,.,''''.,,'t+'h,...''''~.,.,,.~''...- ."""""-"'"'''-,."'''=".~,,,.,..~_.........,'',-'"'......,,.''''.,_..,.,.~., ""..,.,...."~.."'"'"~,.'-........,.,.,-".,,,..."'''-._.,.,.,".,.,-~--,,..~~-<~....~~,~"-,, City Council Meeting Minutes December 20,2004 (G) Consider Approval of Resolution 04-185 Authorizing Final Payment to Champion Coatings, Inc. for the Reconditioning of the Crest Avenue Water Tower, City Project 03-01. (H) Consider Approval of Resolution 04-186 Approving a Final Plat and Development Contract for Maple Glenn. (I) Consider Approval of Monthly Fire Call Report for November. (J) Consider Approval of Cigarette License for Snyder Drug Stores, Inc. (K) Consider Approval of Resolution 04-187 Approving the Common Interest Community No. 1111 (Jeffers Condominium) Fourth Supplemental CIC Plat. Boyles: Reviewed the Consent Agenda items proposed. MOTION BY PETERSEN, SECOND BY BLOMBERG, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Petersen, Blomberg, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: NONE. PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE PRESENTATIONS: Recognition of Resigning Councilmember Andrea Blomberg Boyles: Reviewed the accomplishments of Ms. Blomberg during her tenure in connection with the staff report, noting that Andrea will be missed for her perspective in championing the needs of families, safety, fiscal responsibility, and the goals of the 2020 Vision and Strategic Plan. Mayor Hauaen presented Council member Blombera with a plaque of recognition. Also commented on the great assets Ms. Blomberg brought to the perspective of the City Council. Wished her well in her new pursuits. Blombera: Advised that she has thoroughly enjoyed her time on the City Council, and that this is the best experience she has had. Thanked the City Council and staff for helping her learn and understand the issues we faced and solved together. Very sorry that she has to leave. Recognition of Resigning Recreation Supervisor Chris Esser. Boyles: Review the accomplishments of Mr. Esser over the past seven years, and congratulated him on his new position in his hometown of South St. Paul. Mavor Hauaen presented Chris with a plaque of appreciation for his years of service to the Prior Lake community. Esser: Thanked the City for the opportunity and guidance he has had in Prior Lake, and looked forward to the new experiences he'll face in going home to South St. Paul. 3 . -- ".,.".~"'t-_.~". ",_.. .,. City Council Meeting Minutes December 20, 2004 Lakefront Park Re-Forestation Management Plan Friedaes: Reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. Lee Morrow: Reviewed the re-forestation project and management plan including identifying species that are somewhat rare and special in Lakefront Park, and those that are invasive. Also outlined a long-term plan for addressing the re- forestation needs and discussed the commitment it will take on behalf of the City. Zieska: Found it very interesting and deserving of a commitment on behalf of the City. Boyles: Commented that Lakefront Park is approximately 140 acres. Asked the targeted areas. Morrow: Clarified that the park is divided between developed facilities and playfields, and the natural areas. The management plan is directed toward only the natural areas. SMSC Wastewater Treatment Facility (Bill Rudnicki) Rudnicki: Reviewed the SMSC Wastewater Treatment Facility project including the facility, processes to be used, and ecological standards, and advised that the open house is January 6th at the Link. Advised that the facility will incorporate a Green Roof design that is environmentally friendly, and that rainwater will be used to irrigate the golf course. LeMair: Complimented the Community on their eco-friendly standards. Asked if these types of processes are a step above the standards required. Rudnicki: Explained that by re-using both the solid and water by-products, the SMSC's goal is to have a facility that both addresses the needs of the Community as well as natural amenities of the area. OLD BUSINESS: Consider Approval of a Resolution Adopting 2005 City of Prior Lake Budgets and Certifying Final 2005 City of Prior Lake Property Tax Levy Teschner: Reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. LeMair: Commented that he believed this was a good budget that is fiscally responsible while continuing to provide the components necessary for achieving our long-term goals. Each Council member concurred. MOTION BY BLOMBERG, SECOND BY LEMAIR, APPROVING RESOLUTION 04-188 ADOPTING 2005 CITY OF PRIOR LAKE BUDGETS AND CERTIFYING FINAL 2005 CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PROPERTY TAX LEVY. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. Consider Approval of Resolutions Decertifying Tax Increment Districts 1-2 Amoco Gas and 2-2 Becker Ice Arena Products. Sullivan: Reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. 4 City Council Meeting Minutes December 20,2004 MOTION BY PETERSEN, SECOND BY LEMAIR, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 04-189 DE-CERTIFYING TAX INCREMENT DISTRICT 1-2 AMOCO GAS VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. MOTION BY PETERSEN, SECOND BY BLOMBERG, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 04-190 DE-CERTIFYING TAX INCREMENT DISTRICT 2-2 BECKER ICE ARENA PRODUCTS. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. Consider Approval of a Resolution Adopting the Potable Water Emergency Response Plan. McCormick: Reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. LeMair: Believed this is a necessary step in complying with federal regulation and that Minnesota is ahead of the curve among the nation in getting these types of safeguards in place. MOTION BY LEMAIR, SECOND BY ZIESKA, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 04-191 ADOPTING THE POTABLE WATER EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. Consider Approval of a Resolution Accepting Feasibility Report and Setting Public Hearing Date for 2005 Public Improvement Project PODDler: Introduced new civil engineer Seng Thongvahn and reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. Zieska: Commented that the improvements are necessary and part of our annual reconstruction management plan. Hauaen: Looked forward to a smooth process. MOTION BY ZIESKA, SECOND BY LEMAIR, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 04-192 ACCEPTING FEASIBILITY REPORT AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 18, 2005 FOR 2005 PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. Consider Approval of a Resolution Approving Winter Maintenance Policy. Osmundson: Reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. LeMair: Asked if the new Downtown sidewalks were added. Osmundson: Advised they were added last year because we expected to have to plow them now. MOTION BY LEMAIR, SECOND BY ZIESKA, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 04-193 APPROVING THE WINTER MAINTENANCE POLICY. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. 5 City Council Meeting Minutes December 20,2004 Consider Approval of a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to Execute the City's Standard Professional Services Contract for 2005 Lift Station Rehabilitation Project. Eldred: Reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report, advising that the lift stations at Green Heights, the Dewitte Access, Sunset Trail, and Quaker Trail are targeted for improvement in 2005. Blombera: Commented that the City Council committed to upgrading these lift stations over the past several years. Supported the motion. Zieska: Added that safety of the employees working on these sites is an added improvement. LeMair: Complimented Craig and his staff as they work on the improvements and the end product of the sites. MOTION BY LEMAIR, SECOND BY PETERSEN, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 04-194 AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CITY'S STANDARD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR 2005 LIFT STATION REHABILITATION PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $78,850.00. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. Consider Approval of a Resolution Authorizing the Acquisition of Street Lights for Village Lake Drive from InfraSource. Osmundson: Reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. MOTION BY LEMAIR, SECOND BY ZIESKA, APPROVING RESOLUTION 04-195 AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF STREET LIGHTS FOR VILLAGE LAKE DRIVE FROM INFRASOURCE. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. NEW BUSINESS Consider Approval of a Report Regarding Possible Revisions to (1) the Height Requirements for Various Zoning Districts; and (2) Downtown Zoning District to Allow Drive- Thru Banking. KANSIER: Reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. LeMair: Would like to limit C-4 category to 45 feet. No problem with 2 or 4 drive-thru banking stalls downtown. Zieska: Shared Councilmember LeMair's concerns with 55 foot building height, and agreed with permitting drive-thru banking in the downtown with a minimum of 2 stalls. Petersen: Supported the staff recommendation. Blombera: Agreed with Councilmembers LeMair and Zieska. Suggested sending it to Planning Commission with a maximum of 45 foot building height in Downtown district. Hauaen: Would like to see the drive-thru revision not limited to a bank, but could also accommodate other businesses that might benefit. Believed with the cost of land, it makes sense to build up, but would not support a 55 foot building height. Would support a revision at 45 foot or 4 story. Also pointed out that the amendments to the Comp Plan will change the high-density potential from 600 acres potentially R-4, down to 50-60 acres R-4. 6 City Council Meeting Minutes December 20,2004 Blombera: Asked if there is a concern with having a fast food restaurant downtown. LeMair: Believed there is a need for one, but agreed that a proliferation is not desirable. Zieska: Commented that many chain stores are now building structures that fit into historic districts. MOTION BY ZIESKA, SECOND BY LEMAIR, TO INITIATE ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE DIRECTION PROVIDED DURING THE DISCUSSION FOR BUILDING HEIGHT AND DRIVE- THRUS. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. Consider Approval of a Resolution Approving Acquisition of Cushman Haulster Utility Vehicle. Friedaes: Reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. Blombera: Asked about a reference to R.O.P. Friedaes: Explained that it is a roll over protection. Also noted that all four vehicles are used during the same season. The tanks are interchangeable, but different tanks are used for different herbicides or water. Currently the process takes two people. With this equipment, it will only take one person. Zieska: Pointed out that the City is required to pay nearly $1000 in sales tax to the State. LeMair: Supported. MOTION BY PETERSEN, SECOND BY BLOMBERG, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 04-196 APPROVING ACQUISITION OF CUSHMAN HAULSTER UTILITY VEHICLE. VOTE: Ayes by Haugen, Blomberg, Petersen, Zieska and LeMair, the motion carried. [REMOVED} - Consider Approval of a Resolution Authorizing a Community Survey through Decision Resources. OTHER BUSINESS Executive Session to Discuss City Manager Evaluation The City Council retired to Executive Session to Conduct the City Manager's Annual Evaluation at 9:45pm. The City Council returned from Executive Session at 9:55pm. No formal action was taken and a more thorough evaluation would be conducted at a later date. Frank Boyles, City Manager With no other comments from Councilmembers, a motion to adjourn was made and sec tj. The meeting adjourned at 10:00pm. 7 . H_'_.... ..~_..._"'_, .._._-,-_._........