2013-11-18 CC Packet
City of Albertville Council Agenda
Monday, November 18, 2013
City Council Chambers
7:00 PM
PUBLIC COMMENTS -The City of Albertville welcomes and encourages public input on issues listed on the agenda or of general community
interest. Citizens wishing to address the Council regarding specific agenda items, other than public hearings are invited to do so under Public
Forum and are asked to fill out a “Request to Speak Card”. Presentations are limited to five (5) minutes.
1.Call to Order
2.Pledge of Allegiance –Roll Call
3.Recognitions – Presentations –Introductions - None
4.Public Forum
– (time reserved 5 minutes)
5.Amendments to the Agenda
6.Consent Agenda
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City staff and will
be enacted by one motion. In the event an item is pulled it will be discussed in the order it
is listed on the Consent agenda following the approval of the remaining Consent items.
These items will be approved by a separate motion.
A.
Approve the November 4, 2013 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented
(pgs 4-9)
B.
Authorize the Monday, November 18, 2013 payment of claims as presented, except
bills specifically pulled which are passed by separate motion. The claims listing has
been provided to City Council as a separate document and is available for public view
at City Hall upon request (pg 10)
C.
Approve Resolution No. 2013-041 declaring City Observed Holidays (pgs 11-13)
D.
Approve the STMA Youth Hockey Association’s Lawful GamblingExempt Permit
Application to hold a raffle on March 22, 2014 at the STMA Ice Arena (pg 14)
E.
Approve Agreement Establishing Regional Safety Group and Exhibit I of the
agreement titled “Resolution No. 2013-042 Authorizing New Member in Regional
Safety Group” (pgs 15-20)
7.Public Hearings - None
8.Department Business
A.City Council
1).Committee Updates
(STMA Arena, Planning, Parks, Fire Board, JPWB, etc.)
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B.City Clerk
1).5502 Kali Avenue NE – Verbal Report
2).2014 City Council Regular Meeting Dates (pgs 21-23)
(Motion to Approve Resolution No. 2013-043 entitled a Resolution Establishing
the 2014 City Council Regular Meeting Dates.)
C.Public Works / Engineering
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1).54Street NE & Barthel Industrial Drive NE Drainage Improvements (pgs
24-27)
(Motion to Approve November 7, 2013, proposal from Bolton and Menk, Inc. for
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preliminary and final design of the 54 Street NE and Barthel Industrial Drive
NE intersection, a not-to-exceed fee of $48,000.)
D.Planning/Zoning - None
E.Finance –None
F.Building - None
G.Legal - None
H.Administration
1).Region 7W TPB Memorandum of Understanding (pgs 28-42)
2).City Administrator’s Update (pgs 43-44)
9.Announcementsand/or Upcoming Meetings
November 25 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:30 p.m.
Parks Committee, 8:00 p.m.
November 28 Thanksgiving Day, City Offices Closed
December 2 Truth in Taxation Meeting, 6:00 p.m.
City Council, 7:00 p.m.
December 9 STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m.
December 12 Joyce Flury Retirement Party, Senior Center
3:00-7:00 p.m., Program at 5:00 p.m.
December 16 City Council, 7:00 p.m.
December 23 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:30 p.m.
December 24 Christmas Eve, City Hall Closes at Noon
December 25 Christmas Day, City Hall Closed
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ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, November 4, 2013
DRAFT MINUTES
ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL 7:00 PM
1.CALL TO ORDER –PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hendrickson called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
2.ROLL CALL
Present
: Mayor Hendrickson and Council members Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch, and Wagner
Absent:
None
Others Present:
City Administrator-PWD Adam Nafstad,City Attorney Michael Couri, City
Planner Alan Brixius, Finance Director Tina Lannes, Wright County Commissioner Michael Potter,
Otsego City Engineer Ron Wagner, Matthew Bedsted, Jacob Bedsted, Amilia Charlesworth, and
Spencer Charlesworth.
3.RECOGNITIONS, PRESENTATIONS, INTRODUCTIONS
Nafstad reported that two Scouts were present to attend a City Council meeting to earn their merit
badges.
4.PUBLICFORUM
There was no one present to speak at the public forum.
5.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Brixius added Planning Commission Resignation under Planning.
Nafstadadded Accounts Payable for 5964 Main Avenue NE under Finance. Nafstad also added
Darkenwald Grading Permit under Public Works/Engineering.
Motioned by Olson, seconded by Sorensen, to approve the agenda as amended. Ayes:
Hendrickson, Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch, and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION
DECLARED CARRIED.
6.CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by City Staff and will be enacted
by one motion. In the event an item is pulled, it will be discussed in the order it is listed on the
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Consent Agenda following the approval of the remaining Consent items. These items will be
approved by a separate motion.
A.
Approve the October 21, 2013 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented
B.
Authorize the Monday, November 4, 2013 payment of claims as presented, except bills
specifically pulled which are passed by separate motion. The claims listing has been
provided to City Council as a separate document and is available for public view at City
Hall upon request
C.
Approve Lions Gambling Permit for the Willy McCoy’s location
Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Wagner, to approve the consent agenda as presented.
Ayes: Hendrickson, Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch, and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None.
MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
7.PUBLIC HEARING –None
8.DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
A.City Council
1).Committee Updates
Joint Powers Water Board
Hendrickson stated the JWPB approved filling a pond that was drained due to drilling
of the well. She stated they have done studies on it and have already tried several
solutions. The Board approved a bid that will line the pond to stop it from draining
again, since it is used for someone’s business.
B.Finance
1).Certification of Outstanding Bills and Invoices
Lannes reported that on an annual basis, it is the City’s procedure to send notification
toresidents, developers, and other business ownersthat there are outstanding utility
bills or invoices, allowingthemsufficient timeto pay such fees owed to the City. If
such outstanding debt hasnot been paid before November 14, 2013, the City has the
ability to certify such outstanding debt to the appropriate property that would be
collected with the Real Estate Taxes.
Lannes stated they needto allow anyone in the audience the opportunity to protest the
certification to their property taxes.There was no one in the audience to speak.
Motioned by Sorensen, seconded by Olson, to Approve Resolution 2013-039
certifying the 2013 uncollected utility bill and invoices to Wright County for
collection with real estate taxes. Ayes: Hendrickson, Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch, and
Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
2).Accounts Payable - 5964 Main Avenue NE Payments
Nafstad reported he received a number of invoices for improvements to the 5964 Main
Avenue NE building and in order to avoid having to wait another two weeks for
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payment, he is seeking Council approval to pay the invoices in a cumulative amount
no greater than $80,000.
Motioned by Olson, seconded by Sorensen, to approve the accounts payable invoices
for 5964 Main Avenue NE improvementcosts not to exceed $80,000. Ayes:
Hendrickson, Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch, and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None.
MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
C.Public Works and Engineering
1).Darkenwald Grading Permit
Nafstad reported that John Darkenwald is seeking a grading permit for 12,000 cubic
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feet for the property located at 10395 70 Street NE, PID No. 10500352100.. He
stated due to the amount of fill, it will require a grading plan, erosion control,
insurance against damages, and a State permit. The intent is to farm the land.
Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Wagner, to approve the grading permit for
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John Darkenwald for the property located at 10395 70Street NE, PID No.
101500352100 contingent upon City Engineer review and approval. Ayes:
Hendrickson, Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch, and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None.
MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
D.Planning
1).STMA Ice Arena Expansion
Brixius reported the STMA Youth Hockey Association would like to use the southern
portion of the Ice Arena property for an outdoor ice rink. They are looking to include
lights, bleachers, a warming house, and refrigerated sheet of ice. The proposed ice
arena expansion willprovide a temporary facility and may not be able to meet
architectural and landscaping standards in its current zoning. Staff suggested the City
pursue a rezoning of the STMAArena parcel(PID 101052001010) fromB-3 Highway
Commercialto P/I Public/Institutional Districtandthe propertyto the south where the
second ice sheet willbe located (PID 101139001010) from B2-A SpecialBusiness
District to P/I Public/Institutional District. The second parcel is currentlyowned by
the St. Michael-Albertvilleschooldistrictwho willneed to be a partyto the
application. Staff is alsorecommending that the hockey association submit a full
applicationfor siteandbuilding plan review in concert with the rezoning application.
Wagner was concerned about the rezoning requiring lower design standards. Brixius
stated they could always require higher standards or rezone the Arena parcel back to
commercial design standards. He stated the P/I zoning fits next to Central Park.
2).11473 58thStreet NE Property
Brixius stated there is already an offer on the house pending an inspection. However,
staff did ask for additional information about asbestos or mold and was informed
asbestos removal would most likely be necessary.
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Brixius asked Council if they would be interested in pursuing any of the neighboring
properties if any should come up for sale. The Council indicated they would be
interested.
3).Planning Commission Resignation
Brixius stated that Commissioner Frank Kocon had submitted his resignation to the
Planning Commission and Brixius commented on Kocon’s great service to the
Commission. Brixius stated the vacancy almost a year ago yielded a limited number
of applicants. He encouraged Council to speak to any residents that may be interested
and encourage them to apply.
Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Wagner, to accept Frank Kocon’s
resignation from the Planning Commission and direct staff to proceed in advertising
the vacancy. Ayes: Hendrickson, Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch, and Wagner. Nays:
None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
Council directed staff to invite Kocon to an upcoming meeting to recognize him.
E.Building –None
F.City Clerk –None
G.Legal – None
H.Administration
1).City Administrator’s Update
Nafstad reported the Soccer Club’s open house at the 5964 Main Avenue NE building
this last weekendwas a success.
Nafstad stated the administrators from St. Michael, Albertville, and Hanover
conducted interviews for Joyce Flury’s replacement at the Senior Center and gave a
recommendation fora finalist.
10.ANNOUNCEMENTS and/or UPCOMING MEETINGS
Olson would like to add Joyce Flury’s retirement party on December 12.
November 11 Veterans Day, City Offices Closed
November 12 STMA Ice Arena Board 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m.
November 18 City Council, 7:00 p.m.
November 25 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:30 p.m.
Parks Committee, 8:00 p.m.
November 28/29 Thanksgiving, City Offices Closed
December 2 City Council, 7:00 p.m.
December 9 STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m.
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December 10 Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m.
December 16 City Council, 7:00 p.m.
December 23 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:30 p.m.
December 25Christmas Day, City Offices Closed
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11.MOVE INTO WORKSHOP – 70Street NE Agreement
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Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Sorensen, to move into the 70Street NE
Agreement Workshop Discussion. Ayes: Hendrickson, Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch, and
Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
Nafstad stated the item was table at the last meeting for further discussion. Hendrickson stated
she would like to focus on the agreement itself rather than any items to do with I-94.
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Nafstad reviewed what he viewed as the big picture items of the 70Street NE Agreement and
presented a map of the agreement’s conceptual plan.
Wagner asked when applying for Region 7W funds if that will require plans. Nafstad replied
that there would be no significant professional fees incurred in order to submit the application
for funding.
Nafstad believesthere are some timing issues for Otsego to move forward with their future
projects and Otsego would like to see this agreement and support before moving forward with
those projects.
Hendrickson stated the purpose of the agreement is to have a show of cooperative support
while seeking County and Federal funding. Nafstad agreed that is one perk to the agreement.
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Couri stated that in regards to 70Street NE becoming the new CSAH 37, the previous CSAH
37 would be turned back to the County as County Road 137. It is very unusual for a city road
ot be an Interstate interchange; they are usually county or state roads. Couri stated they have
received their local Wright County Commissioner’s support on this aspect. Commissioner
Potter stated that the old County Rd 37 still has a lot of traffic and stated it should remain a
county road.
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Nafstad stated that both 70Street NE,west of CSAH 19,and Kadler Avenue NE
improvements are a ways out into the future. He stated that by not including them in the
agreementitdoes not lessen their importance; however,this agreement is more for the short
term.
Nafstadexplained that St. Michael had tabled the agreement after Albertville tabled it at the
last meeting. Otsego approved it at their meeting. Potter stated the Wright County
Transportation Board will be meeting on November 19 and the agreement would need to be
approved by both the Albertville City Council and the St. Michael City Council, so it can be
reviewed and acted upon by the Transportation Board. Nafstad stated if they were successful
in their funding applications now, they could see funds in 2018.
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Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Sorensen, to approve the Agreement between the
Counties of Wright and Sherburne and Cities of Albertville, Otsego and St. Michael
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regarding portions of County State Aid Highway 37, 70Street in Otsego.Ayes:
Hendrickson, Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch, and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None.
MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
12.ADJOURN MEETING
Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Sorensen, to adjourn the meeting at 8:32 p.m. Ayes:
Hendrickson, Olson, Sorensen, Vetsch and Wagner. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION
DECLARED CARRIED.
Respectfully submitted,
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Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
November 14, 2013
SUBJECT: C-F–PB
ONSENT INANCEAYMENT OF ILLS
RECOMMENDATION:
It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTIONTO:
Authorize the Monday, November 18, 2013 payment of the claimsas presented
except the bills specifically pulled, which are passed by separate motion.The claims listing has
been provided to Council as a separate document. The claims listing is available for public
viewing at City Hall upon request.
BACKGROUND:
The City processes claims on a semi-monthly basis. The bills are approved
through their respective departments and administration and passed onto the City Council for
approval.
KEY ISSUES:
Account codes starting with 810 are STMA Arena Expenses/Vendors (bolded)and
key issueswill be presented in the claims listingdocument.
POLICY/PRACTICESCONSIDERATIONS:
It is the City’s policy to review and approve
payables on a semi-monthly basis.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
City staff has reviewed and recommends approval of
payments presented.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The Mayor and Council have the authority to approve all bills
pursuant to Minnesota State Law, which requires all bills to be paid in a timely manner,
generally within 30 days unless one party determines to dispute the billing.
Responsible Person:
Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted through:
Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
List of Claims(under separate cover)
Report (RCA).doc
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
November 12, 2013
SUBJECT: C - C C-2014COH
ONSENTITYLERKITY BSERVED OLIDAYS
RECOMMENDATION:
It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
passing the following:
MOTION TO:Resolution No. 2013-041
Approve entitled a Resolution Establishing the 2014
City Observed Holidays.
BACKGROUND:
Each yeara resolution is required establishing holidays that are observed by
the City for the upcoming year.
POLICY/PRACTICESCONSIDERATIONS:
The Albertville City Officesfollow the general
practice of observing set U.S. Legal holidays with the exception of Columbus Day, which is
viewed as a floating holiday taken on the Friday after Thanksgiving Day. Because City Hall has
switched to a four day work week, the holiday hours from the Friday after Thanksgiving are
evened out over the remaining holidays to provide 10 hours of vacation for those 10 hour days
(see attached resolution and chart). Last year, the City Council allowed City Hall to close at 12:00
noon on Christmas Eve. City employees would be allowed to use vacation or comp-time for the
remaining hours and Public Works employees are allotted five hours of holiday pay for Christmas
Eve.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
There are no financial considerations as it relates to
approval of the Resolution setting the 2014 City Observed Holidays.
LEGAL ISSUES:
The City Council has the authority to set the annual holiday schedule.
Responsible Person/Department:
KimberlyOlson, City Clerk
Reviewed by:
Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
Resolution No. 2013-041
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CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-041
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE
2014 CITY OBSERVED HOLIDAYS
WHEREAS,
the City Council is desirous of establishing the 2014 City Observed Holidays for
the City of Albertville effective December 31, 2013; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
that the City Council of Albertville, Wright
County, Minnesota, hereby establishes the following 2014 City Observed Holidays:
New Year’s Day January 1
Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 20
Presidents’ Day February 17
Memorial Day May 26
Independence Day July 3 (City Hall)
July 4 (Public Works)
Labor DaySeptember 1
Veterans Day November 11
Thanksgiving Day November 27
Friday after Thanksgiving Day November 28
(Floating holiday – Public Works/Utilitiesemployees only)
Christmas Eve (1/2) December 24
(Public Works/Utilitiesemployees only)
Christmas Day December 25
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 18 day of November 2013.
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
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State of Minnesota
County of Wright
City of Albertville
Resolution No. 2013-041Page 2
City Hall EmployeesPublic Works/UtilitiesEmployees
8 hours New Year’s Day8 hours New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day-vacation or
2 hours 8 hours Martin Luther King Jr. Day
comp-time
10 hours Martin Luther King Jr. Day 8 hours Presidents’ Day
10 hoursPresidents’ Day9hoursMemorial Day
10 hours Memorial Day9 hours Independence Day
10 hours Independence Day9 hours Labor Day
10 hours Labor Day8 hours Veterans Day
10 hours VeteransDay8 hours Thanksgiving Day
10 hours Thanksgiving Day 8 hours Friday after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve, vacation or comp
5 hours 5 hours Christmas Eve Day
time
10 hours Christmas Day8 hoursChristmas Day
88Total (city)88Total (city)
hourshours
Mayor and Council Request for Action
November 13, 2013
SUBJECT: C-CC-STMAYHAR
ONSENTITY LERK OUTH OCKEY SSOCIATION AFFLE
P
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO:
Approve the STMA Youth Hockey Association’s Lawful GamblingExempt
Permit Application to hold a raffle on March 22, 2014 at the STMA Ice Arena.
BACKGROUND:
The STMA Youth Hockey Association has requested the City of Albertville
approve aLawful Gambling Permitfor a raffle in the spring of 2014. The raffle will occur on
March 22, 2014 at the STMA Ice Arena.
KEY ISSUES:
The group has successfully held other lawful gambling permits in surrounding cities.
The group would like to begin selling tickets this fall for the raffle.
Council has the option to either approve or deny any gambling applications submitted.
The group must submit proof of non-profit status such as Articles of Incorporation,
Certificate of Good Standing, or a 501(c)3 tax exemption letter.
The Minnesota Gambling Control Board ultimately issues this type of permit, but
requires City approval before issuance.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
There is no financial revenue collected from the applicant
for the gambling permit.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:
It is the City’s policy to review and approve or deny gambling
permit applications for gambling activitieswithin the City.
Department/Responsible Person:
Kimberly Olson, City Clerk
Submitted through:
Adam Nafstad, City Administrator
Attachments:
None
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
November 14, 2013
SUBJECT: C - PW–ARST
ONSENTUBLIC ORKSGREEMENT EGARDING AFETY RAINING IN
CLMCIT
OOPERATION WITH THE EAGUE OF INNESOTA ITIES NSURANCE RUSTAND ITS
RSGI
EGIONAL AFETY ROUP NITIATIVE
RECOMMENDATION:
It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO:
Approve Agreement titled “AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING REGIONAL
SAFETY GROUP” and Exhibit I of the agreement titled “RESOLUTION NO. 2013-042
AUTHORIZING NEW MEMBER IN REGIONAL SAFETY GROUP”
BACKGROUND:
The Public Works Department has researched options for safety training
services and believes the Regional Training Group Initiative offered by the League of MNCities
Insurance Trust (LMCIT) best suites the City’s needs. For a number of years, the City has
contracted with a private safety consultant. While the City has been generally satisfied with the
training received, it is believed that the League’s program would provide a wider variety of
training and assistance as well asasmall cost savings.
KEY ISSUES:
1.Albertville’s Regional Safety Group (RSG) will include the cities of Rockford,
Greenfield, Corcoran, Loretto, and Annandale.
2.Training is provided by the Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association(MMUA).
3.The Region Safety Group will allow for more training dates to choose from and will be
meeting once a month year-round. Currently, staff is trying to condense all training
sessions and topics into a limited number of days in the winter months.
4.Through the RSG program, training costs will not be impacted by the number of
employees attending training.
5.As part of the program, we will receive added support with required reporting at no
additional charge.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Through the RSG program, the LMCIT pays for ½ the
cost of the training provided by the MMUA and the RSG member cities each pay their portion of
the remaining cost. In previous years, we paid approximately $1,600 per year and were limited
to training of 6 people. The cost for the RSG program will be approximately $1,200 per year
with no limit on the number people who attend.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The Mayor and City Council have the authority to enter into
agreements on behalf of the City.
Responsible Person/Department:
Tim Guimont and Adam Nafstad/Public Works
Submitted Through:
Adam Nafstad, City Administrator - PWD
Attachments:
Agreement with Exhibit I
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Agreement Establishing Regional Safety Group
WHEREAS, the Parties have a duty to create a safe workplace for their employees,
officials and volunteers; and
WHEREAS, the Parties desire to create a safety group that is innovative and different
from a traditional safety and health committee pursuant to Minnesota Rule 5208.700; and
WHEREAS, the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) has developed the
Regional Safety Group Initiative to facilitate safety training forcities/entities; and
WHEREAS, the governing bodies of the Parties believe it is in the best interests of the
Parties to cooperatively promote safety and health in the workplaceby participating in
the Regional Safety Group Initiative; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, Section 471.59, authorizes the Parties by agreement of
their governing bodies to jointly or cooperatively exercise any power common to them.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants made herein, the
undersigned Parties agree as follows:
1.Purpose. The purpose of this Agreement is to promote workplace safety and health
through the sharing of ideas and knowledge among the Parties and by holding regular
joint safetyand healthtraining, educational programs, and meetings.
2.Name. The Partiesherebyestablish a safety group to be known as the ____________
Regional Safety Group (the “RSG”).
3.Membership.
A.LMCIT Members. All member cities/entitiesof theRSG aremembers in
LMCIT’s workers’ compensation program.
B.Initial Members. The initial membercities/entities of the RSG shall be the
undersigned Parties executing this Agreement upon the approval of their
governing bodies.
C.New Members.A new member city/entity, that is a member of LMCIT’s
workers’ compensation program, may be added to the RSG upon approval of a
majority of the current members, as evidenced by a vote of the group members.
Each member city/entity of the RSG shall be entitled to one vote. The matter
need not be presented to the member’s governing body. Following the approval
by the RSG, membership in the RSG is effective upon approval and execution of
the resolution attached hereto as Exhibit I, by a prospective member’s governing
body and its authorized representatives.
D.Termination of Membership.Any member city/entity may terminate its
membership in the RSG upon adoption by the member’s governing body of a
resolution indicating its intent to withdraw not less than 90 days prior to the end
of a current term. Initial term being _______________ through December 31,
20___, and subsequent terms will be on a yearly calendar basis. Termination
takes effect at the end of a current term. A copy of the termination resolution
must be sent to the safety coordinator of each member city/entity and to Chris
White, LMCIT Loss Control Program Coordinator, or other staff person as
designated by LMCIT. Any terminated member shall remain responsible for its
share of any costs incurred prior to the effective date of termination. A member
city/entity shall also be terminated from the RSG if it is no longer a member of
LMCIT’s workers’ compensation program.
4.Officersand Bylaws. The RSG may, but is not required to, elect officers to govern its
actions. The duties and terms of any officers shall be determined by a majority vote
of the RSGmembers. All members agree to act in good faith to further the interests
of the RSG and to resolve disputes in an equitable and timely manner. The RSG may
adopt bylaws or other rules governing the group that are not inconsistent with this
Agreement.The RSG and its officers are not authorized to do any of the following:
(a) to receive and expend funds; (b) to enter contracts; (c) to hire employees;(4) to
purchase or otherwise acquire and hold real or personal property; or (5) to bring a
lawsuit in the name ofthe RSG.
5.LMCIT Sponsored Training/Meetings. LMCIT offers the RSG safety
training/meetings to be conducted by the Minnesota Municipal UtilitiesAssociation
(MMUA).
A.Number of Training/Meeting Sessions.TheRSG is entitled to twelve (12)
MMUAtraining sessions per calendar yearwith a maximum of 1 per monthand a
minimum of 1 every-other month. Each training session will be at a site to be
determined by the RSG. The date of each training session shall coordinate with
the designated MMUA representative.
B. LMCIT Cost. LMCIT will pay one-half of the cost of eachMMUAtraining
sessionup to the maximum of twelve (12) sessions per calendar year.LMCIT
will not reimburse members for travel, meals,or other charges. To be eligible for
LMCIT cost-sharing, any MMUA training session not on the pre-approved
training list, must be approved in advance by Chris White, LMCIT Loss Control
Program Coordinator, or other staff person designated by LMCIT.
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C. Member Cost. The remaining cost of each MMUA training session shall be paid
in equal proportions by each RSG member to LMCIT.Each member city/entity
agrees to pay its share of training costs after receiving an invoice from LMCIT.
No member shall be responsible for the unpaid costs of another member. Each
member is responsible for its cost even if it does not have a representative attend
the training session.
D. Program Changes.RSG members acknowledge that LMCITmay, at any time,
change its obligations to RSG members. Any changes made in the RSG program
will be communicated to RSG members within thirty (30) days of the change.
6.Education and Training.
A.Online Education and Training. LMCIT has established an interactive web-based
training program in cooperation with FirstNet Learning. RSG members and their
employees, officers, and volunteers are entitled to free access to this online
training.
B.Other Education and Training. A RSG may hold other training and educational
sessions or meetings as determined by the group at the members’ expense.
Approval from LMCIT is not needed for training or meetings for which no
LMCIT subsidy is requested.
7.Safety Committee Meeting.As a part of any training session, the members may
discuss any matters that would typically be discussed in a “joint labor-management
safety and health committee” meeting under Minnesota Statutes, Section 182.676 and
take any action authorized under Minnesota Rules, Chapter 5208. LMCIT requires
each RSG to hold a Safety Committee Meeting every-other-month at a minimum.
8.General Provisions.
A.Modification. No provision of this Agreement may be modified, altered, or
rescinded except by a vote of the governing body of a majority of all members.
Approved modifications take effect thirty (30) days after the date of approval by
the last member approving the modification.
B. Effective Date.This Agreement shall be effective after approval by the governing
body of the last initial member to approve thisAgreement and execution by that
member’sauthorized representatives.
C. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in
accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota.
The members may choose some other method to share their remaining cost of the MMUA training, e.g.,
based on population. If an alternative method is chosen, LMCIT will not invoice the member cities/entities
for the remaining cost. The RSG will need to develop an alternate method to collect and remit the
members’ costs to LMCIT. Section 5(C) of this agreement will need to be amended to reflect the alternate
method chosen by the group.
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D. CounterpartsThis Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of
which shall be an original, all of which shall constitute one and the same
instrument.
E. Savings Clause. If any court finds any provision of this Agreement to be contrary
to law or invalid, the remainder of the Agreement will remain in full force and
effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties, byaction of their respective governing bodies,
caused this Agreement to be approved on the dates below.
City/Entity of Albertville, Minnesota
The City/EntityCouncil ofAlbertville, Minnesota duly approved this Agreement on the
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18day of November, 2013.
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT I
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 201-042
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZINGNEW
MEMBERIN REGIONAL SAFETY GROUP
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, Section 471.59 authorizes governmental units
by agreement of their governing bodies to jointly or cooperatively exercise any power
common to them; and
WHEREAS, the League of Minnesota CitiesInsurance Trust has createdthe
Regional Safety Group Initiative to offer training to cities/entities who form regional
safety groups; and
WHEREAS, the City/EntityCouncil finds that it is in the best interest of the
City/Entity to join the __________________ Regional Safety Group(the “RSG”)
previously formed by an agreement of other cities/entities(the “Establishing
Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, theEstablishingAgreement allows other cities/entities to become
members of the RSG upon adoption of a resolution agreeing to all terms of the
Establishing Agreement,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City/Entityof Albertville,
Minnesota:
1. Authorizes the Mayor and City Clerk to sign this resolution evidencing the
city/entity’sintent to become a member of the RSG;and
2.The City/Entityagrees to be bound by all the terms of the Establishing Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City/Entity, by action of its governing body, caused this
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Resolution to be approved on the 18day of November, 2013.
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
Mayor and Council Request for Action
December 13, 2012
SUBJECT: CC-2014CCMD
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
the following:
MOTION TO:
Approve Resolution No. 2013-043Establishing the 2014City Council Regular
Meeting Dates.
BACKGROUND:
Each year the City Council shall identify its official meeting dates for the
coming year.
KEY ISSUES:
The General Election for 2014 falls on November 4, the Tuesday after the first City
Council meeting of the month. The Council Chambers must be set up the previous
Monday as a polling location for voting early Tuesday morning. Staff suggests
rescheduling the Monday, November 3 City Council meeting to the following Monday,
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November 10 at 7:00 p.m. A meeting on the 10will also allow the Council to canvass the
results of the 2014 General Election which can only occur between November 7 and
November 14, 2014.
Generally, if a fifth month falls during a calendar month, the Cities of Albertville and St.
Michael and the STMA School Board set a joint meeting for that fifth Monday.
POLICY/PRACTICESCONSIDERATIONS:
Council may choose to change, addor delete
meetings as needed throughout the year and will be required to post notice at least 72 hours in
advance of changes,cancellationsor additional meetings.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
There are no financial considerations.
LEGAL ISSUES:
The City Council has the authority to set its official meeting dates each year.
Responsible Person/Department:
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
Submitted by:
Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
Resolution No. 2013-043
2014 Calendar of City Meetings
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CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-043
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE
2014 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING SCHEDULE
WHEREAS,
the City Council may declare its official regular meeting schedule each year,
and;
WHEREAS,
the regular City Council meetings are scheduled the first and third Mondays of
each month and will be scheduled to Tuesday should it fall on an observed holiday, and;
WHEREAS,
the regular City Council meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. and are to be held in the
City Hall Council Chambers unless noticed in advance, and;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
that the City Council of Albertville, Wright
County, Minnesota, hereby establishes the following 2014 Regular City Council meetings:
January 6July 7
January 21–TuesdayJuly 21
February 3August 4
February 18 –TuesdayAugust 18
March 3September 2–Tuesday
March 17September 15
April 7October 6
April 21October 20
May 5November 10–2 nd Monday
May 19November 17
June 2December 1
June 16December 15
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 18 day of November 2013
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
November 14, 2013
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RAINAGE MPROVEMENTS
RECOMMENDATION:
This space on the agenda is reserved for the City Council to consider
authorizing preliminary and final design, preparation of plans and specifications, and cost
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estimates for the proposed 2014 drainage improvements of the 54Street NE and Barthel
Industrial Drive NE intersection. It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council
consider the following motion:
MOTION TO:
Approve November 7, 2013, proposal from Bolton and Menk, Inc. for
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preliminary and final design of the 54Street NE and Barthel Industrial Drive NE intersection, a
not-to-exceed fee of $48,000.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
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The 54Street NE/Barthel Industrial DriveNE intersection routinely experiences flooding
during heavy rain events. In 2008, the City studied the intersection’s drainage and later
incorporated the project in the City’s 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for construction in 2014.
The attached proposal is to develop improvement recommendations and ultimately prepare
construction plans for bidding.
KEY ISSUES:
The project is identified on the City’s CIP for construction in 2014.
Recent rain events have caused property damage to several residential homes.
The intersection does not meet standard storm sewer design requirements for roads.
Bolton and Menk, Inc. proposes to perform the engineering on an hourly basis for a not-
to-exceed fee of $48,000.
Staff is working towards a bid opening in late March/early April 2014.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The proposed project would be funded primarily through
storm water funds. Engineer estimates will be prepared along with the plans to identify costs and
budget impacts prior to approving the project.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The Mayor and Council possess the authority to authorize the
preparation of plans for all municipal improvements.
Submitted Through:
Adam Nafstad, City Administrator -PWD
Attached:
Bolton and Menk – Nov. 7, 2013 Engineering Proposal
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On File:
January 2008 Flood Study for Barthel Industrial Park & 54Street Intersection
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Mayor and Council Communication
November 14, 2013
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NGINEERING EGION RANSPORTATION OLICY OARD EMORANDUM
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OF NDERSTANDING
INTRODUCTION:
This item is on the agenda for discussion and Council consideration. No
action isneeded at this time. This MOU is the result of several meeting with multiple entities
and is being presented to the Council for the first time on November 18.
BACKGROUND:
(provided by Region 7W Chair, Steve Voss)
On June 15, 2012, the Region 7W TPB was made aware of the U.S. Census Bureau’s updated
list of urban areas based on the 2010 Census. With this announcement came the news that for
the first time the Census Bureau extended the urbanized boundary of the Twin Cities
metropolitan area beyond the legislatively defined 7-county boundary for the Metropolitan
Council to include portions of Sherburne and Wright Counties, including areas within the cities
of Albertville, Elk River, Hanover (Wright County), Otsego, and St. Michael.
Urbanized areas (UZA) are defined as contiguous urban areas with populations of 50,000 or
more residents or urban clusters (UC) with populations of 2,500 to 49,999 residents. Under
federal transportation planning laws, UZAs are required to have a designated metropolitan
planning organization (MPO)so transportation investments, especially those made with federal
money, can be coordinated. The Metropolitan Council is designated as the MPO for the Twin
Cities metropolitan area by the governor and in state law.
With the changes to the Twin Cities UZA boundary extending into Wright and Sherburne
Counties, federal transportation planning law requires that local jurisdictions within this
extended area now be included in the Metropolitan Council’s transportation planning and
programming process. The UZA boundary changes only pertain to the Metropolitan Council’s
transportation planning responsibilities as the MPO. These functions include:
Establishing a setting for transportation decisions to occur
Evaluating transportation alternatives
Maintaining a long-range transportation plan (LRP); the Metropolitan Council must
update its LRPs every four years
Developing a 4-year transportation improvement program (TIP), that includes all state
and local projects seeking federal transportation funds
Involving the public in transportation decisions
A special workgroup consisting of staff and elected officials from each local jurisdiction within
the extended area, along with Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA), and the Metropolitan Council have been meeting to discuss
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ideas and offer recommendations for addressing the changes to the Twin Cities UZA boundary
and its impact on Region 7W.
The workgroup has met five times between July 25, 2012 and October 1, 2013, culminating with
the development of the enclosed MOU. Modeled after similar agreements prepared for other
metropolitan areas, the MOU is intended to establish a communication and coordination
framework for addressing the Metropolitan Council’s MPO transportation planning and
programming responsibilities in the extended area.
The MOU builds upon the existing practices and procedures of the Region 7W TPB to address
the MPO requirements, while at the same time respecting the individual sovereignty and
decision-making authority and structures of the region and the communities within the extended
area.
KEY ISSUES:
On October 25, 2013, the Region 7W Transportation Policy Board (TPB) reviewed the
attached Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to conduct federally required regional
transportation planning activities and approved the attached agreement as written.
Region 7W TPB’s Statement of Purpose, as defined in the Joint Powers Agreement, is “to
address regionally-significant transportation issues, conduct regional transportation
studies and plans, and solicit and select projects seeking federal transportation funding
that support the activities of MnDOT and the Central Minnesota ATP.” The Board
retains this significant role under this MOU, and wanted to demonstrate its support for
the MOU by taking early action to encourage the other seven signatories to approve the
proposed MOU.
This MOU emphasizes that 7W will continue its existing role as the body that selects
local projects for federal funding within the Wright and Sherburne portions of the MPO,
which are also part of the Central Minnesota ATP.
The Region 7W TPB encourages each local jurisdiction to take action to approve the
MOU by December 31, 2013.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The Mayor and City Council have the authority to enter into
agreements on behalf of the City.
Submitted Through:
Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
Memorandum of Understanding
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN
THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL, REGION 7W TRANSPORTATION POLICY BOARD,
WRIGHT AND SHERBURNE COUNTIES, THE CITIES OF ALBERTVILLE, ELK RIVER,
HANOVER, OTSEGO, and ST. MICHAEL
TO
CONDUCT FEDERALLY-REQUIRED METROPOLITAN PLANNING ACTIVITIES
The parties to this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) are the Me of the Twin
Cities (Council), the Region 7W Transportation Policy Board (Region 7W TPB), Wright and Sherburne
Counties (Counties), the cities of Albertville, Elk River, Hanover, Otsego, and St. Michael;
WHEREAS, federal transportation law and regulations (23 USC 134 and 135; d 5304; 23
CFR 450 Subpart A Transportation Planning and Programming Definitions; and 23 CFR 450 Subpart C
Metropolitan Transportation Planning and Programming) require a metropolitan planning organization
(MPO) to be designated for all urbanized areas with a population
maintain a continuing, coordinated, and comprehensive transporta
WHEREAS, the Council was established by the Minnesota Legislature in 1967 to plan for the orderly and
economic development of the seven county Minneapolis-St. Paul region and was designated by the
governor as the MPO for the Minneapolis-St. Paul Urbanized Area in 1973;
WHEREAS, on March 27, 2012, the U.S. Census Bureau identified portions ofAlbertville, Hanover,
Otsego, and St. Michael in Wright County and portions of Elk River and Big Lake Township in Sherburne
County, hereinafter referred to as the extended area, as part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul Urbanized
Area, which is the first time the Minneapolis-St. Paul Urbanized Area has extended beyond the Councils
seven county jurisdictional area;
WHEREAS, under federal regulations, the MPO transportation planning area boundary must encompass,
at a minimum, the entire Urbanized Area or UZA as defined by t
expected to become urbanized within the next 20 years;
WHEREAS, federal law does not require a re-designation of an MPO solely due to expansion of its
boundary;
WHEREAS, US DOT policy encourages boundary changes be accomplished throug
affected jurisdictions;
WHEREAS, MN Statute 473.146, subd. 4 says (a) The Metropolitan Council is the designated planning
agency for any long-range comprehensive transportation planning required by section
Federal Highway Act of 1962, Section 4 of Urban Mass Transportatn Act of 1964 and Section 112 of
Federal Aid Highway Act of 1973 and other federal transportation
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administration and coordination of transportation planning with
agencies, counties, and municipalities;
WHEREAS, Wright and Sherburne Counties are part of the Central Minnesota Area Transportation
Partnership (ATP) for federal transportation funding;
Wright and Sherburne Counties are part of the Region 7W TPB established by Joint Powers
WHEREAS,
Agreement duly executed by Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wrigh00;
the Region 7W TPBs Statement of Purpose, as defined in the Joint Powers Agreement, is to
WHEREAS,
address regionally-significant transportation issues, conduct regional transportati
and solicit and select projects seeking federal transportation f
MnDOT and the Central Minnesota ATP ;
WHEREAS, Section 176(c) of the CAA, 42 U.S.C. § 7506(c), requires federal-funded transportation
plans, programs, and projects that are funded or approved under
Transit Act, 49 U.S.C. ch. 53 (Public Transportation) to conform with State and Federal air quality
implementation plans; and
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties recognize and agree:
1.AGREEMENT PURPOSE. As part of its charge from the state legislature to assure
administration and coordination of transportation planning with
other agencies, counties, and municipalities the Council desires to enter into an agreement
with the above named counties and cities in the extended area to meet the metropolitan
transportation planning requirements as required by federal law;
2.APPLICABILITY. This agreement only applies to federal metropolitan transportation planning
requirements; it does not extend any of the Councils other statutory roles and responsibilities,
such as provision of wastewater treatment or transit service, no the requirement for local land
planning in conformance to the Metropolitan Development Guide, to be applicable to these
parties;
3.PLANNING AREA BOUNDARIES. The metropolitan planning area boundary selected by the
extended area parties in accordance with federal law will be accepted by the Council as
metropolitan transportation planning area for the affected areas of Wright and Sherburne
Counties;
4.TRANSPORTATION PLANNING. The parties will conduct a transportation planning process that
is continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive and provide for th
strategies, and services that address the requirements in 23 CFR 450 Subpart C Metropolitan
Transportation Planning and Programming. A primary responsibility of the MPO is to prepare
an updated long range transportation plan every four years. Und, this plan must
be fiscally constrained so it does not plan for expenditures beyond those revenues expected
to be reasonably available within the time frame of the plan. Tcoordinate with
the Region 7W TPB, as representatives of the extended area, to discuss and agree upon projects
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in the extended area that are to be included in the MPOs fiscally constrained plan, and will also
discuss and agree upon any illustrative projects in the extended area that could be reflected in
the plan as projects that could be built if additional resources
timeframe. The Council will coordinate with the Region 7W TPB if plan amendments that
impact the extended area are needed prior to the usual four year plan update cycle;
5.TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMMING. A primary responsibility of the MPO is to prepare a short
range Transportation Improvement Program to cover a four year period. The Council and its
Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) will work cooperatively withthe extended area
participants, and the Region 7W TPB, the Central Minnesota ATP, and MnDOT District 3 to
develop the Transportation Improvement Program for the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area, adopt
it and transmit it to MnDOT for incorporation into the State Tra
Program (STIP) by October 1 of each year. The TAB will continue to select projects for the
seven- county area through its regional solicitation process. Projects to be funded with federal
money in the extended area will be selected through the existing 3/7W ATP process, and
transmitted to the Council for inclusion in the MPOs TIP. If a TIP amendment that impacts the
extended area is needed prior to the usual annual TIP update cycle, MnDOT District 3 and the
Region 7W TPB will submit the amendment to the Metropolitan Council for inclusion in the
MPOs TIP and subsequently the STIP;
6.METROPOLITAN PLANNING FUNDING. The parties agree that the Council will utilize PL and
Section 5303 funds from the US DOT to carry out this planning work and will not request
additional funding from the other parties;
7.AIR QUALITY CONFORMITY. The MPO must assure that its transportation plan and TIP are in
conformity with the federal Clean Air Act. This will continue to be accomplished under the
process described in the Transportation Conformity Procedures for Minnesota. Portions of
Wright County, as well as portions of the original seven county MPO area, have been included in
the air quality maintenance area for the region since the maintewas designated by
US EPA in 1999;
8.COMMUNICATION. Provision of a forum for interaction among local jurisdictions,
local jurisdictions and state agencies, and between state/local
responsibility of MPOs. In order to maintain open communication on transportation planning
issues, the Council will coordinate at least one meeting each year between the chair of the
Council or the chair of the Councils transportation committee, the chair of the Councils
Transportation Advisory Board, and local elected officials of the affected communities in the
extended area. At a staff level, each of the two counties (Sherburne and Wright) will be invited
to send a representative to the MPOs Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). The TAC reviews
and recommends for approval the long-range transportation plan, the TIP, UPWP and other
studies and plans undertaken by the Council;
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9.PUBLIC PARTICIPATION. Public participation in the preparation of all transportation planning
documents, including the long range plan and the TIP, will be facilitated by provision
meeting and/or public hearing locations convenient to residents of the extended area and
dissemination of information through local channels in Sherburne and Wright Counties, such as
libraries and community media. Material will also be electronically available on the Councils
website;
10.LEGAL AUTHORITY. This MOU is not a legally binding agreement and creates no legal
obligations for any party. Because of the mutual desire to proceed and achieve the goals st
in this MOU, each party fully intends to make a good faith efforchieve the goals described
above to work together to comply with the federal and state laws;
11.GOVERNMENT DATA. The parties acknowledge that this MOU, as well as any data created,
collected, stored, or received under the terms of this MOU, are
meaning of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (Minnesot
that they must comply with the provisions of the Act as if related to su;
12.EFFECTIVE DATE. This MOU shall be effective when all appropriate signatures have
obtained by the Council, the Region 7W TPB, Wright and Sherburne Counties, and the cities of
Albertville, Elk River, Hanover, Otsego, and St. Michael;
13.MODIFICATION. Any amendments to this MOU must be mutually agreed to in writing All
parties agree to review the MOU (and amend as necessary) followi
boundaries by the U.S. Census Bureau based on the 2020 U.S. Census;
14.TERMINATION. The terms of this MOU may be terminated by any one of the partie
90 days written notice to each of the other parties. This MOU wi
terminated as provided in this clause, or until replaced by a new MOU.
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City Administrators Update
November 14, 2013
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
5964 Main Avenue NE Lease:Staff has arranged to have the two service doors to the office
building replaced. Other than the doors, the project is complet
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54 Street NE and Barthel Industrial Drive NE Intersection: We have provided the League with
all the requested documents regarding the flood claims and are a
LMCIT. A proposal for design and plan preparation is included o
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70 Street NE Agreement: The agreement has been approved by the three cities and the
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County Board will be discussing the agreement at their November transportation
committee meeting.
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Senior Center Director Position: On November 4, the selection committee interviewed the
three finalists for the position and ultimately offered the job to Mrs. Vonnie Waters. Mrs.
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Waters has accepted the position and will begin work on November, approximately one
month before Joyce retires.
ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS
I-94 Coalition: We are anxiously awaiting the announcement of the Corridor for C
funding recipients. Based on several very positive stakeholder
we believe the I-94 6-lane project between 101 and 241 has an excellent chance of being
funded. A formal press release is expected later this week.
CSAH 19 Speed Limit: We have received notice from the County Highway Department that
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MnDOT will be changing the posted speed limit, between 57 Street and the Outlet Mall
intersection, from 40 MPH to 45 MPH. The revised speed limit is based on MnDOT speed
studies and at the direction of MnDOTs Central Office.
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Hunters Pass 2 Addition: We have received a plat application for 12 residential lots in
Hunters Pass. The application will be presented to the Planning Commission in December a
the City Council in January.
Guardian Angels: We have delivered the consent to plat from Guardian Angels mortgage
company to the county surveyor. Once the surveyor delivers the he recorders office,
all development documents will be recorded.
Public Building Interconnect: The installation of the fiber is complete and installation of the
new internal hardware on hook-ups in the buildings is underway. Staff expects to have the
project completed by year-end. Staff has made arrangements with TIES (the School Districts
provider) for internet service.
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57 Street N.E. 2014 Project: Staff will be meeting with Church of St. Alberts building and
grounds committee next week to discuss the potential 2014 project concept and right-of-way
impacts.
Darkenwald Grading Permit: The grading permit discussed at the last Council meeting has
been issued to the Darkenwalds.
UPCOMING EVENTS and ANNOUNCEMENTS
December 9 (Monday) Informational meeting regarding the new RiverRider transit
service, 2:00 PM at the Senior Center
December 12 (Thursday) Retirement party for Senior Center Director Joyce Flurry,
3:00 PM 7:00 PM (short program at 5:00 PM) at St. Michael City Center
ATTACHMENTS: None
City Administrators Update Page 2 of 2 November 14, 2013