1990-10-15 CC Minutes
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COUNCIL MINUTES
OCTOBER, 15,1990
The regular meeting of the Albertville City Council was called
to order by Acting-Mayor Don Cornelius. Members present included
Jim Krystosek, Donatus Vetsch, and Bob Braun. Mayor Gary
Schwenzfeier was absent. Others present were Maureen Andrews,
Thore Meyer, Bob Miller, Kevin Mealhouse, Ken Lindsay, and Jackie
Peterson.
The agenda for the evening's meeting was reviewed by the
Council. A motion was made by Bob Braun and seconded by Jim
Krystosek to approve the agenda. All were in favor and the motion
carried.
The minutes for the October 1st meeting were reviewed by the
Council. It was pointed out the word "certainly" in the 5th
paragraph on page 8, should be changed to possibly. Donatus Vetsch
made a motion to and seconded by Bob Braun to approve the minutes
with the correction. All were in favor and the motion carried.
The Council first heard from Merlin Valerius. Mr. Valerius
stated that he would like to start a composting site at his farm
and would be interested in picking up leaves and grass clippings
here in the City. He also noted that he would be willing to have
people bring the material to his farm if the residents preferred
that to a curbside pickup.
He explained that with the increasing problem of sanitary
landfills not excepting these materials anymore, there is a need
for a composting program in our area. He explained to the Council
that the County has issued to him a composting permit. This will
allow him to collect composting materials for disposal.
The Council was informed that the proper way of disposing of
the materials is to spread it out over a large area of land. He
said that he has a large enough field that he plans to use for this
purpose. There was some question as to how long he would store the
material before being disposed of. Merlin stated that with the
permit, he must properly dispose of the composting material before
21 days.
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The Council then asked him how he planned to carry out the
composting program. Merlin stated that he planned to do a curbside
pickup every two weeks. He felt that maybe it should be on a
Tuesday. He would charge the residents $1.00 per 50 pound bag, and
collect the money at the time of pickup, so that the City would not
be involved with the money collection. He also said that he would
be willing to let the people bring their bags to his site for a
fee of $.50 per 50 pound bag.
There was some discussion regarding what he would do with all
of the empty leave bags. It was suggested that he could swap the
empty bags for the full bags at the time of the pickup, therefore
he would be recycling the plastic bags at the same time.
The point was raised that the City already has two controlled
burning days scheduled for the City's residents to bring their leaf
and grass clippings to. It was decided that a flyer would be handed
out to the residents at that time, explaining Merlin's program to
them and how to contact him for his service.
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Though no formal action was taken on the matter, there was a
general consensus of the Council that the composting idea was a
good idea. The Council stated that they were in full support of
the project and would work with Mr. Valerius to see that the
program takes off.
Hearing no further comments the Council then heard from the
City Engineer, Thore Meyer. Thore updated the Council on the water
drainage problem between Albertville and Frankfort Township. He
said that a letter had been sent to Otsego informing them of the
problem and that it was the feeling of the City of Albertville that
they contributed water to the problem area and that they should
participate in cost of the correction. Thore then said that he
anticipates that Otsego will not accept our request.
He then reviewed some of the possible alternatives for
correction. He said that Frankfort Township is leaning towards the
alternative of having the water routed back towards Albertville,
and eliminating the existing 18" line which runs east through
Frankfort to the river. This solution would require the City to
do all the work associated with the project. It was noted that
this solution could eliminate long term maintenance on the ditch
area.
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In a related matter, it was noted that we that we are still
waiting to hear from MN/DOT regarding the information relating to
a Cooperative Agreement for their participation in the project.
Thore stated that it could takes up to 4-6 months to get through
the MN/DOT process.
Bob Braun asked if there should some kind of joint powers
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agreement between the parties involved so that everyone understands
the ground rules before the City gets involved with expenses
associated with the project.
Bob Miller agreed that a joint powers agreement would be required
and could be prepared prior to the City's undertaking of the work.
Regarding the project, Thore noted that the system would be
designed to use the wetlands and a 12" line for storage and that
there was possibly a need for some type of control structure to be
included as part of the project. It was further noted that because
of the elevation of the existing culvert elevations across the
freeway that a natural control would be established.
It was pointed out that in the event that all 40 acres, which
is located in Otesgo, were eventually developed and completely
paved, there would still enough capacity in the system not to cause
flooding. Thore reminded the Council that Frankfort has agreed
that they would be responsible for maintaining the area east of
the platted areas know as Barthel's Rolling Hills and Green Acres
Estate. No other action was taken on this matter.
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Thore next reminded the Council that the bid opening for the
new maintenance building was set for Friday October 19th, at 10:00
A.M. He also advised the Council that quotes for the electrical,
plumbing, and other miscellaneous work, would to be opened the
following week.
In a related matter regarding the Maintenance Building, Thore
gave an update on the soil corrections project. He stated that the
corrections have been completed and the site is ready for the
footings.
There was discussion for setting up a special meeting to award
the bid. Maureen said that she would look at the schedule and
notify the Council as to which day is available for the meeting.
The Council then heard from Ken Lindsay, the Maintenance
Superintendent. Ken told the Council that the Lions had donated
$1.000.00 for the sod in the Four Season's Park. He suggested that
we send the Lions a thank you card for their help.
Ken then informed the Council that they had completed the
first discharge of the ponds, and that it met all the limits and
needed no treatment. He further added that he will know by
Wednesday when they can begin their last discharge. When this is
completed, it will be the last for the fall.
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Ken then told the Council that people continue drive on the
dikes at the ponds. He said that the people have also been tearing
down the "No Hunting" signs.
Ken next brought up the issue of putting down some gravel on
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50th Street. Maureen informed the Council that there had been
several calls regarding the need for additional gravel on the
street. It was noted that Frankfort was laying gravel on their
portion of 50th Street and the residents were wondering if we had
plans to do the same.
The Council questioned whether or not the City should go to
the expense of bringing additional gravel when there is
consideration of blacktopping the road next year. At this time,
Thore Meyer interjected that he is working on a feasibility report
for 50th Street to determine what the cost of the improvement to
the road will run. It was noted that at this time of the year
there was not much the City can do regarding the reconstruction of
the road.
It was noted that there were some areas between the black
magic that could use gravel. Thore pointed out that at least a
couple loads should be put down in these areas and that the gravel
would stay put at least until Spring. He also suggested the idea
of using a scarfire blade to mix everything up.
Jim Krystosek said that he knew of a place that has excellent
Class 5 Gravel. He said that he could check into the rates. He
thought that it would probably cost $35.00 for the trucking and
$100.00 for a truck load.
It was decided that the Council would wait to make any further
decisions until Jim could some rates from different places. They
also decided that Jim. Thore and Ken would take a drive down the
road and select the places that needed the gravel the most.
Thore also mentioned the 3 bids for the lowering of the
manhole. He said that we have bids from Carlson Construction.
Ohman's Blacktop, and Lindenfelser's. The breakdown of bids are
as follows:
OHMAN'S BLACKTOP
CARLSON CONSTRUCTION
LINDENFELSERS
$500.00
$325.00
$200.00
It was noted that the Lindenfelser bid was for just the lowering
of the manhole and no blacktopping.
Ken mentioned to the Council that patching was needed on
Lander Avenue. The Council decided that the construction crew that
does the manhole repair, would be the best one to also do the
repair for Lander Avenue.
Jim Krystosek made a motion to accept the bid from Carlson for
$325.00 for the manhole repair. and requested that Maureen check
with them to see what the cost of doing the other repair would run.
It was further stipulated that if the quote for the repairs on
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Lander was $150.00 or less that the work should be scheduled at the
same time. Bob Braun seconded the motion. All were in favor and
the motion carried.
Next the Council heard from Bob Miller, the City Attorney.
He informed the Council that the Planning Commission recommended
the approval of the conditional use permit for the expansion of the
Lamp Post-In. He said they recommended it providing the two
conditions:
1) The outside picnic tables would have to be eliminated
because of the addition.
2) That as part of the Developer's Agreement that Ed Breun,
owner of the Lamp Post In, agrees to participate in the
cost of the installation of a City parking facility in the
event that a need arises in the future.
Bob said that the agreement should state that it would be at
the Council's discretion as to when parking has become a problem,
and it would also be their responsibility to decide when a new
facility is necessary. He pointed out that the agreement would
stay with the property and in the event the business was sold the
new owner would be responsible for the same conditions.
. A motion was made by Donatus Vetsch and seconded by Jim
Krystosek to prepare a recordable document for the approval of the
conditional use permit with the two conditions set forth. All were
in favor and the motion carried.
Bob informed the Council of the Wright County Truck Station
#2 plat approval. The Council was informed that it was the
Planning Commission's recommendation that the Council approve the
Final Plat for the County Garage. It was further noted that a
brief Developer's Agreement had been prepared between Wright County
and the City of Albertville regarding the same.
Hearing no other comments or questions, Bob Braun made a
motion and Donatus Vetsch seconded the motion to approve the
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR WRIGHT COUNTY'S TRUCK
STATION NO. 2 and authorized the Mayor and City Administrator to
enter into the Developer's Agreement with Wright County. All were
in favor and the motion carried.
The Council then briefly discussed the Fireman's Fun Night for
Friday the 19th. The Jaycees were sponsoring the 3.2 beer for the
event and needed an approval for a beer license. Jim Krystosek
made a motion to approve the beer license. Donatus Vetsch seconded
the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.
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The Jaycees submitted an application to renew their gambling
license. Bob Braun made a motion and Jim Krystosek seconded the
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motion to adopt the RESOLUTION APPROVING PERMIT FOR STATE GAMBLING
LICENSE FOR ALBERTVILLE AREA JAYCEES. All were in favor and the
motion carried.
The Council then discussed briefly the Park Board vacancies.
Maureen informed the Council that the vacancies for the Board
needed to be filled before their regular meeting on Thursday
evening. It was decided that the Council would look at the
applications on Wednesday evening and appoint the two new board
members at that time.
The Council then reviewed the Income and Bills to be paid.
Jackie pointed out that the bill from Laderal Medical check #10970
should not have been included with the bills, and that Paul Heinen
the Fire Chief said the firemen are paying for it.
There was discussion regarding the Wright County Highway
Department bill. Maureen said she would check on it.
Donatus Vetsch made a motion to pay the bills, check numbers
110934-10979 excluding check #10970 to Laderal Medical. The motion
was seconded by Jim Krystosek. All were in favor and the motion
carried.
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At that time Maureen pointed out to the Council an article
that was printed in the Crow River news. It was in regards to
a possible building moratorium in St, Michael until they complete
the expansion of their waste water plant. She also noted that the
Ci ty of St. Michael had been contacted regarding the possible
connection of the new school to the St. Michael sewer system and
what they would charge for connections.
It was noted that St. Michael had suggested that connection
and hookup charges would run $2,200.00 compared to the charges and
formulas that the City of Albertville uses. It was suggested that
Maureen contact the City of St. Michael to see were the request
generate from and then inform the School's engineers that the City
of Albertville's Sewer Ordinance does not allow for the crossing
over into another governmental jurisdiction for the connection into
their sewer system. No other action was taken on this matter.
Donatus brought up the question of what is going to be done
with the old building behind Hackenmueller's store. Kevin
Mealhouse explained to the Council that he had been in contact with
the owner regarding the building and that he had informed him of
the violations to the building codes.
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He also stated that the owner wishes to build a new building,
but he has not yet applied for a building permit. He said that he
also informed the owner that the old building must be removed
before a new one can be built.
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The Council decided to direct Bob Miller to send the owner a
notice which will include the specific ordinances that are in
violation.
Donatus then asked why the 2 lots by the Brager building had
not been included in the recent mowing project. Maureen pointed
out that since the weeds were cut at the time of Friendly City
Days, they probably were not that tall at the time of the
inspection.
There was some discussion about the possibility of Contract
Garbage Hauling for the City. It was pointed out that if the City
contracts one sanitation company for the City, it would then
eliminate all of the different trucks from other companies going
down the street. It was noted that under the proposed plan there
would only be one truck in the area so in a sense the consortium
would work the same way as one company. This would then keep the
level of disturbance down and the quantity of trucks using the
residential streets to a minimum.
The question of who would do the billing if we did contract
for garbage pickup. After some discussion it was decided that Jim
Krystosek would check with the various Sanitation Companies for
rates and would report back at the next meeting.
With no further discussion, Donatus Vetsch made a motion to
adjourn the meeting. Bob Braun seconded the motion. All were in
favor and the motion carried.
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