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ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 16, 2008
MINUTES
ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL
7:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Klecker called the Albertville City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. followed by the
Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Ron Klecker, Council members John Vetsch, LeRoy Berning, Dan Wagner,
and Tom Fay, Assistant City Engineer Adam Nafstad, City Planner Al Brixius, City Attorney
Mike Couri, City Administrator Larry Kruse, and City Clerk Bridget Miller
ABSENT: none
RECOGNITIONS - PRESENTATIONS - INTRODUCTIONS
Al Swingtechfrom Center Pointe Energy to award Albertville $2,500 Grant towards the
purchase of Safety Equipment
Mayor Klecker stated that Laura Hirsch from Center Pointe Energy was present to award
Albertville with a $2,500 Grant towards the purchase of safety equipment that will be located
within the Albertville City Hall.
Ms. Hirsch reported that Center Pointe Energy is working together with community bringing
awareness in the area of safety. "The City of Albertville has submitted an application and has
qualified for the grant, which I am here to present. This is a grant in the amount of $2,500
towards the purchase of a defibulator and other various small life saving devices for the
Albertville City Hall."
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CITIZEN FORUM
Mayor Klecker asked if there was anyone in the audience that wanted to discuss an item with the
Council that was not already on the agenda.
There was no one present in the audience that wished to speak to the City Council regarding an
issue that was not already scheduled on the agenda.
AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
Mayor Klecker moved item 8.J.4. up on the agenda, following the approval of the Engineering
items. Council member Berning added an item under Administration, which was to discuss the
City Sign located off on CSAH 37. City Administrator Kruse added an item under
Administration, which was to discuss the house on Kantar Court NE near Oakside Park.
MOTION BY Council member Vetsch, seconded by Council member Fay to approve the
Monday, June 16,2008 regular Albertville City Council agenda as amended. Motion carried
unanimously.
MINUTES
June 2, 2008 regular City Council minutes
Mayor Klecker asked the Council if there were any changes to the June 2, 2008 regular City
Council minut~s.
MOTION BY Council member Berning, seconded by Mayor Klecker to approve the Monday,
June 2, 2008 regular City Council minutes as presented, which a signed copy will be on file in
the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
. CONSENT AGENDA
All items with an asterisk (.) are considered to be routine in nature by the City Staff and will be
enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council
member or citizen so requests. In such event, the item will be removed from the General Order
of Business and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.
Mayor Klecker asked the Council if there were any items to be pulled from the Consent Agenda,
which there were no items pulled from the consent agenda.
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MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning to approve the
consent agenda as presented; therefore, no items were pulled. In the case when items are pulled,
the item would be removed from the General Order of Business and considered in its normal
sequence on the agenda, which would require a separate motion. Motion carried unanimously.
DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
FIRE DEPARTMENT - no comments
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT - no comments
UTILITIES DEPARTMENT (WWTP)
. Approve the Phosphorus Trade Agreement with Central Lakes Region Sanitary District
(CLRSD) to sell 248 kilograms (kg) of Phosphorus credits at $15 per kg Agreement
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning to approve the
Phosphorus Trade Agreement with Central Lakes Region Sanitary District (CLRSD) to sell 248
kilograms (kg) of Phosphorus credits at $15 per kg Agreement as presented, which will require a
separate discussion from the Consent Agenda and a separate motion from the Consent Agenda
and an electronic copy will be on file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried
unanimously.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
. Accept the Building Official's Building Report
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning accepted the
Building Official's Building Report dated June 6, 2008 as presented, which will require a
separate discussion from the Consent Agenda and a separate motion from the Consent Agenda.
Motion carried unanimously.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
. Approve the Monday, June 16, 2008 Payment of Claims (bills) for check numbers 025759 to
025816
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning authorizing the
Monday, June 16,2008 Payment of Claims (bills) for check numbers 025759 to 025816 as
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presented except the bills specifically pulled, which will require a separate discussion from the
Consent Agenda and a separate motion from the Consent Agenda. Electronic copies of the
checks and supporting documents will be on file in the office of the Finance Director. Motion
carried unanimously.
CITY CLERK
.Approve Two (2) I-Day 3.2 % Malt Liquor License Applicationsfrom the St. Albert Catholic
Churchfor an annual Parish Festival celebration to be held on Saturday, July 19 and Sunday,
July 20 at the St. Albert Parish Center and St. Albert Catholic Church property within the
Albertville city limits
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning to approve Two (2)
I-Day 3.2 % Malt Liquor License Applications from the St. Albert Catholic Church for an
annual Parish Festival celebration to be held on Saturday, July 19 and Sunday, July 20 at the St.
Albert Parish Center and St. Albert Catholic Church property within the Albertville city limits as
presented, which will require a separate discussion from the Consent Agenda and a separate
motion from the Consent Agenda and a copy of the application and liquor license will be on file
inthe office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
. Approve St. Albert Catholic Church request dated June 9, 2008 to semi-block off a portion of
Lander Avenue NE between the St. Albert Church and St. Albert Parish Center for the annual
Parish Festival celebration that will be held on Saturday, July 19 and Sunday, July 20
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning to approve St.
Albert Catholic Church request dated June 9, 2008 to semi-block off a portion of Lander Avenue
NE between the St. Albert Church and St. Albert Parish Center for the annual Parish Festival
celebration that will be held on Saturday, July 19 and Sunday, July 20 as presented, which will
require a separate discussion from the Consent Agenda and a separate motion from the Consent
Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
. Approve Resolution No. 2008-028 entitled a Resolution Approving a Class B (Pulltabs,
Tipcards, Paddlewheels, RajJles) Gambling License (Permit) for the Foxtailers Snowmobile Club
at Space Aliens Grill & Bar
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning to approve
Resolution No. 2008-028 entitled a Resolution Approving a Class B (Pulltabs, Tipcards,
Paddlewheels, Raffles) Gambling License (Permit) for the Foxtailers Snowmobile Club at Space
Aliens Grill & Bar as presented, which will require a separate discussion from the Consent
Agenda and a separate motion from the Consent Agenda and a signed copy will be on file in the
office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
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PLANNING AND ZONING
Accept the City Planner's Report
Council members accepted the City Planner's Report dated June 6, 2008 as presented in the
Monday, June 16,2008 City Council packet.
Downtown Plat and 152 Club Conditional Use Permit (discussion item)
City Planner Brixius informed the Council that the Downtown Plat and the 152 Club Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) was presented to the Albertville Planning and Zoning Commission at the June
10, 2008 regular meeting. Staff was considering to ask the Council to set a special meeting to
discuss and approve the Downtown Final Plat and the 152 Club CUP; however, the closing
documents are not final as of yet.
City Attorney Couri reported that staff is working on the final closing documents and should be
prepared to present the Downtown Plat and the 152 Club Conditional Use Permit per the
Development Schedule, which means it will go before the Council at the Monday, July 7, 2008
regular Council meeting.
ENGINEERING
. Approve Resolution No. 2008-029 entitled a Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications
for Municipal Improvements for Proposed Albertville 2008 Sealcoat Project and Authorize to
Solicit for Bids
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning to approve
Resolution No. 2008-029 entitled a Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications for
Municipal Improvements for Proposed Albertville 2008 Sealcoat Project and Authorize to Solicit
for Bids as presented, which will require a separate discussion from the Consent Agenda and a
separate motion from the Consent Agenda, and a signed copy will be on file in the office of the
City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
. Approve Resolution No. 2008-030 entitled a Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications
for Municipal Improvements for Proposed Albertville 2008 Overlay Project and Authorize to
Solicit for Bids
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning to approve
Resolution No. 2008-030 entitled a Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications for
Municipal Improvements for Proposed Albertville 2008 Overlay Project and Authorize to Solicit
for Bids as presented, which will require a separate discussion from the Consent Agenda and a
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separate motion from the Consent Agenda, and a signed copy will be on file in the office of the
City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
Review the CSAH 37 West Project Feasibility Report (Study) (a.k.a. Niemeyer Trailer Sales
Development) and Approve Resolution No. 2008-027 entitled a Resolution Accepting the CSAH
37 Utility Extension Feasibility Report (Study) for the Extension of Municipal Improvements
along CSAH 37 Between 6lh Street NE and Kadler Avenue NE and with Conditions Authorize
the Preparation of Plans and Specifications and Direct Staff to Prepare an Ordinance to
Establish a Sewer and Water Sub-District as Identified in the Feasibility Report (Study)
Assistant City Engineer Nafstad reported that staff has met with the County to discuss the
accesses off of CSAH 37, which the County will limit access to the two westerly properties to
one full access upon development and platting of the two properties. N afstad continued by
stating that staff reviewed a concept of a north/south private street and utilities constructed to
city standards with all the right-of-way contained in an Outlot. Nafstad went on to explain that
under this concept Mr. Niemeyer would pay for the street and utilities and through a
Development Agreement be obligated to convey the Outlot to the City at the City's request. In
the event should the Miller property to the west develop and chooses to extend a significant
public street into their property, at that point the City would request the conveyance of the Outlot
and provide Millers' access. However, ifthe Millers want to connect to this street with a private
street system, the cost of the street would be pro-rated to the Millers and then reimburse
Niemeyer. Furthermore, if the Millers connect to utilities at CSAH 37 stubs, they would not
participate in Mr. Niemeyer's north/south utilities. Should the Millers choose to connect to
utilities elsewhere along the north/south street, the City would request conveyance of the Outlot
and the Millers would pay their pro-rated share of the cost of those lines.
City Attorney Couri brought up the need to establish a sub-district for water and sewer, which
will require the City Council to adopt an ordinance establishing the district. Couri noted that a
public hearing would not be required, but is an option for the City Council to consider should the
City want additional input from the general public. Couri explained what would be included in
the ordinance, which is an annual incremental increase reflecting the carrying costs associated
with the project. Couri reiterated that upon the platting of Niemeyer property, the City will
require the Developer to enter into a Developer's Agreement that will provide for installation of
a street to serve both the Niemeyer property and the Miller property to the west. The street is
proposed to be constructed by the Developer, Mr. Niemeyer, and then turned over to the City.
Following acceptance of the 2008 CSAH 37 West Feasibility Report (Study), the next order of
business is to enter into an agreement with Mr. Niemeyer, who would agree to pay for all the
City's costs associated with the project should the project not proceed as planned. Following the
signing of the agreement, the City Council would order plans and specifications, then advertise
and accept bids for the project. Upon receipt of the bids, staffwill review and submit a Request
for Council Action, which would be for Council accepting and awarding the low bid and making
a commitment as to whether to proceed.
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Mayor Klecker asked if the Mr. Niemeyer had any further questions, concerns or comments
regarding the proposed CSAH 37 West Feasibility Report (Study). Upon hearing no comments
from Mr. Niemeyer, Mayor Klecker asked if there was anyone else in the audience who had
questions, concerns, or comments regarding the CSAH 37 West Feasibility Report (Study).
Mr. Miller of 6593 Kadler Avenue NE, asked if the access road to Mr. Niemeyer property would
be public or private.
Assistant City Engineer Nafstad reported that the City is modeling the road similar to other
developments within Albertville. The street or road will be constructed as private in such case
Mr. Niemeyer will agree to convey an Outlot to the City.
Council members wanted confirmation that the current Miller property would not be required to
pay anything until such time of development. So if the Millers sell or leave the property to their
heirs, and whomever takes over the property continues to farm or live on the property as it stands
today, would not have to pay anything.
City Attorney Couri confirmed that the property owner will not have to pay anything today.
Should the Millers decide to sell the property or leave it to their children, who continue to farm
the land or use it as it is today, they will not have to pay anything. But at such point the owner in
the future wants to discontinue the current use of the land and wants to develop, at that point the
property use will change and the necessary connections and associated costs will need to be
required to develop the land.
Upon hearing the concerns above, Mr. Niemeyer spoke regarding the CSAH 37 Development
inquiring about the placement of the pump or lift station. Mr. Niemeyer asked if there is a
possibility of placing it in the south-east comer of his property. Staff reported that they would
work with Mr. Niemeyer to accommodate his request to relocate the placement of the lift station.
Mr. Niemeyer stated that he would be willing to bear the cost of the sewer and water going north
and south and would like to keep the street or roadway private. Mr. Niemeyer asked if the City
would entertain the thought to installation costs for the lift station.
Mr. Miller shared with the Council and staff that No.1 the County is not considering shutting off
the access on Kadler Avenue NE. No 2, Mr. Miller again wanted clarification as it seems to
have changed from his understanding on the connection costs. And No.3, Mr. Miller brought to
the Council's attention that he is not a businessman and would prefer to remain off the concept
plan for CSAH 37 West Feasibility Report (Study) or to put it just plainly left alone.
Assistant City Engineer Nafstad noted that the driveway access to the Miller property will
remain the same until such time of development.
Again City Attorney Couri reported that as long as Mr. Miller or those he sells to does not
connect or develop, the property owners will not pay anything. Should the property owner want
to connect to sewer and water, that property owner would need to notify the City. At that time,
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that person (property owner) would need to connect and pay the fees associated with the
connection.
Council member Berning wanted to remind the Council that it is the City that owns and or
controls the connection. Berning wanted to make sure the other Council members were aware of
this and for them to make sure this is the correct plan for the property. Mr. Niemeyer wants to
develop the piece of land; therefore, Berning threw out the thought of Mr. Niemeyer consider
putting in one connection that would meet his needs. The other property owners would then put
in the additional connection(s) to meet their needs at the time of development or other
circumstances.
Council and staff discussed options of negotiating how to assess the costs, which staff
commented to hold off until we obtain the bids, at that point review options of assessment of
costs.
MOTION BY Council member Wagner, seconded by Council member Fay to approve
Resolution No. 2008-027 entitled a Resolution Accepting the CSAH 37 Utility Extension
Feasibility Report (Study) for the Extension of Municipal Improvements along CSAH 37
Between 64th Street NE and Kadler Avenue NE and with Conditions Authorize the Preparation
of Plans and Specifications and Direct Staff to Prepare an Ordinance to Establish a Sewer and
Water Sub-District as Identified in the Feasibility Report (Study) as presented in the June 16,
2008 regular City Council packet with no additional amendments, which a signed copy will be
on file in the office of the City Clerk. Mayor Klecker, Council members Berning, Fay, and
Wagner voted aye. Council member Vetsch opposed. Motion carried.
Review and Approve Resolution No. 2008-031 entitled a Resolution Accepting the Franklin
Property Sewer Extension Feasibility Report (Study) for the Extension of Municipal
Improvements and with Conditions Authorize the Preparation of Plans and Specifications -
(James Franklin property located at 5720 Barthel Industrial Drive NE)
Assistant City Engineer Nafstad began by stating in July 2007, a Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
was issued for the current tenant of the property, 5720 Barthel Industrial Drive NE, with three
following conditions pertaining to sanitary sewer service:
1. The property shall connect to municipal utilities at the time municipal utilities are
extended to the site.
2. The site shall have a corrected, compliant individual sewage treatment system (ISTS)
or connect to municipal sanitary sewer by July 16, 2008.
3. Applicant shall pump the septic holding tank every 30 to 60 days or as required until
a compliant ISTS is installed or a connection is made to municipal sewer.
Nafstad went on to report that though conversations with the Franklins, it is the City's
understating that the Franklins desire to make the property more marketable and no longer want
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to be burdened by the existing on-site septic system. Furthermore, its staffs understanding that
the Franklins wish to proceed with the sanitary sewer improvements; however, the Franklins
have yet to decide whether or not they would like to be assessed for the improvements or pay
upfront. In the case the Franklins be assessed for the improvements, the City would require that
the Franklins to enter into an assessment agreement and sign a waiver to appeal the assessment.
City Administrator Kruse informed the Council that he met with the Franklins, which the
Franklins are still in agreement to move forward with the improvement project.
Mayor Klecker asked if the Council had any questions or concerns with the municipal
improvement for the Franklin property. Mayor Klecker also asked the Franklins if they had any
questions or comments regarding the improvement project.
Lu Verne Franklin of Big Lake confirmed that they are in agreement to proceed with the project.
Jim Franklin asked if the abutting property owners to the site would reimburse them, the
Franklins, when they propose to hook-up to city sewer.
City Attorney Couri noted that in order to consider the potential reimbursement a district would
need to be created; therefore, the Franklins could not be reimbursed. The connection is for their
property only.
MOTION BY Council member Berning, seconded by Council member Fay to approve
Resolution No. 2008-031 entitled a Resolution Accepting the Franklin Property Sewer
Extension Feasibility Report (Study) for the Extension of Municipal Improvements and with
Conditions Authorize the Preparation of Plans and Specifications and are subject to the property
owner accepting an assessment that would include signing a waiver to appeal the assessment -
(James Franklin property located at 5720 Barthel Industrial Drive NE) as amended, which a
signed copy will be on file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
LEGAL
STMA Ice Arena Land Agreement, which includes the following items for Council approval:
. Approve HOCKEY ARENA DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT; and
. Approve AGREEMENT TO REALLOCATE SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS AND REAL EST ATE
T AXES with Donald Barthel; and
. Approve RESOLUTION No. 2008-032 ENTITLED A RESOLUTION REALLOCATING THE
BARTHEL COMMERCIAL PARK 3RD ADDITION SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; and
. Approve RESOLUTION No. 2008-033 entitled a RESOLUTION RELEASING LOT 1,
BLOCK 1 OF THE BARTHEL COMMERCIAL PARK 3RD ADDITION FROM TERMS OF
DEVELOPER'S AGREEMENT
City Attorney Couri touched very briefly on the proposed Hockey Arena Development items that
were included in the June 16, 2008 Council packet. Couri went on to explain that the City has
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previously entered into an a~reementwith Mr. Barthel to purchase the proposed Lot 1, Block 1,
Barthel Commercial Park 3r Addition for a possible expansion to the STMA Ice Arena facility.
The Purchase Agreement is contingent upon the City entering into an agreement with the STMA
School District and the City of St. Michael to reimburse the City of Albertville for the cost of the
land. The Hockey Arena Agreement that is included in the June 16, 2008 Albertville Council
packet fulfills the STMA School District's contingency provided the School District uses its
funds at this point to purchase the Barthel property. Couri wanted to point out the fact that the
Hockey Arena Agreement was prepared by the STMA School District's Attorney as a means of
agreeing with the City of Albertville as to who will do what tasks related to the acquisition and
development of the Barthel property.
Couri continued by explaining that following the City's approval of the Hockey Arena
Development Agreement there would be a more formal Development Agreement, which would
require the City to complete a number of items in preparation for the closing with the Barthels
that include requiring the City to reallocate a portion ofthe Special Assessments there were
placed on Outlot A of Barthel Commercial 2nd Addition to Lot 1, Block 1, Barthel Commercial
3rd Addition, and to allocate the taxes on the property between Outlot A and Lot 1, Block 1,
Barthel Commercial3rd Addition, and to release the property from the terms of the prior two (2)
Developer's Agreements that the Barthels entered into with the City of Albertville.
Couri reviewed the following Key Issues regarding the Hockey Arena Development Agreement:
. The Development Agreement with ISD No. 885:
o Assigns the City's right to purchase Lot 1, Block 1 to the School District;
o Requires the School District to purchase Lot 1, Block 1;
o Prohibits the School District from doing anything with Lot 1, Block 1 until June 1,
2018 to give the parties time to raise money for the development of a second hockey
arena (the parties will likely enter into a subsequent development agreement some
years in the future setting forth the terms of how the arena expansion will be funded
once those details are agreed upon);
o Requires the City to plat Lot 1, Block 1, and properly allocate special assessments to
it;
o Requires the City to have an agreement with Barthels as to the allocation of special
assessments and division of taxes between Lot 1, Block 1 and Outlot A (the rest of
the Barthel property);
o Requires the City to provide an updated title opinion (which will also be needed for
the plat);
o Requires the City to release the prior developer's agreements from the property.
. If no agreement is reached between the parties for a second ice arena by June 1,2018, the
Development Agreement expires. Note that the original purchase agreement with Don
Barthel gives the Barthels the right to repurchase the property ten years after the closing if it
is not used for ice arena purposes by that date.
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. The Reallocation Agreement with Don Barthel has the City and Don Barthel agreeing that
the special assessments and the taxes will be allocated in accordance with the requirements of
the Development Agreement with the School District (which uses the same formula as the
City used to special assess the properties for Lachman Avenue's improvement).
. The Resolution Reallocating Special Assessments reallocates the special assessments in
accordance with the requirements of the Development Agreement with the School District.
. The Resolution Releasing Lot 1, Block 1 from Terms of Development Agreement releases
Lot 1, Block 1 from the 1992 and 1998 developer's agreements with the Barthels. The
Barthels have complied with all requirements of these agreements.
MOTION BY Council member Vetsch, seconded by Council member Wagner to approve the
HOCKEY ARENA DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT as presented in the June 16, 2008 Albertville City
Council packet; and approve AGREEMENT TO REALLOCATE SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS AND REAL
ESTATE TAXES with Donald Barthel as presented in the June 16, 2008 Albertville City Council
packet; and approve RESOLUTION No. 2008-032 entitled a Resolution Reallocating the Barthel
Commercial Park 3rd Addition Special Assessments as presented; and approve RESOLUTION No.
2008-033 entitled a Resolution Releasing Lot 1, Block 1 of the Barthel Commercial Park 3rd
Addition from Terms of Developer's Agreement as presented, which a signed copy will be on
file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
ADMINISTRATION
City Administrator Oral Update
City Administrator Kruse gave a brief oral update on projects that staff is working on, which
included the Hockey Arena Agreement, Lachman Avenue NE plat, Downtown plat, etc.
Request for Council Action Temporarily Setting City Hall Hours
City Administrator Kruse presented the four (4) day workweek to the City Council commenting
that in recent months a number of government entities and businesses are leaning towards a four
(4) day workweek. Kruse went on to explain that up until the sharp rise in gas prices, the most
common was a nine (9) hour day and a half day on Friday. Kruse reported that staffhas
discussed the concept of a four (4) day workweek focusing on its effects for customer service
and fulfilling the needs of the City Council. Staff noted pros and cons of the temporary change,
which the major issue is obviously the level of service for our residents and serving the needs of
the City Council.
Council discussed the potential of temporarily changing the City Hall office hours to Monday
through Thursday. Council's concern was the building department and how residents or
contractors would get the appropriate inspections done to proceed with the building projects.
Council also had a concern with the long day and the potential of employees being fatigued.
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Kruse assured the Council that staff would do their best to meet the needs within the building .
department and reminded the Council would be temporary.
Council decided to approve the four (4) day workweek on a temporary basis and sh<:>rtened the
time frame to only 60 days or ending Labor Day weekend. Council would review the four (4)
day workweek at the second meeting in August, should they decide to go with Summer hours in
2009.
MOTION BY Council member Vetsch, seconded by Council member Fay to approve setting
City work hours at four (4) lO-hour days starting Monday July 7, 2008 and ending Friday,
August 29, 2008 (approximately 60 days). City Hall hours are proposed to be 7:00 a.m. to
5:30 p.m. Monday thru Thursday. Public Works and Utilities will have the same hours, with one
Utility Employee and one Public Works Employee working a Tuesday thru Friday shift. Work
hours are to be reviewed at the August 18, 2008 regular City Council meeting. Motion carried
unanimously.
Center Pointe Energy $2,500 Grant (discuss match)
City Administrator Kruse noted that Center Pointe Energy awarded the $2,500 Grant to
Albertville for the purchase of life-saving equipment. Kruse asked the Council for direction and
or approval to see if other non-profit organizations would like to match the grant, which would
possibly double the amount to purchase equipment.
Council authorized staff to see if there were other organizations in Albertville that would be
willing to donate funds towards the purchase of life-saving equipment to have available at City
Hall.
Parks ide Commercial 2nd Addition - Horizon Church (discussion item)
City Administrator Kruse informed the Council that Pastor Dave Glasser has been in contact
with him inquiring about the option of the New Horizon Church moving into the Parkside
Commercial 2nd Addition facility. Kruse noted that when the development went before the City
for Council approval, the Council was very concerned with the type of business or uses within
the building or that would be allowed within the site.
City Planner Brixius reported that the Parkside Commercial 2nd Addition is zoned B-2A; Special
Business District with a Planned Unit Development (PUD) and a Conditional Use Permit (CUP),
which had specified uses that allowed and did not include for churches or religious means.
Brixius went on to explain that taking into consideration the restrictions that were set for the
Parkside Commercial 2nd Addition, staff is looking to the Council for direction to amend the
Developer's Agreement. Brixius asked the Council to keep in mind that churches or religious
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organizations have a tendency to grow and what will happen down the road when the church
outgrows the facility or the site being considered.
Mayor Klecker asked if there was anyone in the audience that wanted to speak in regards to the
New Horizon Church.
Dave Glasser of 405 - 5th Street NW in S1. Michael thanked the Council for allowing him to
speak on behalf of the New Horizon Church members. Mr. Glasser asked the Council to
consider amending the PUD/CUP to allow for the church. Mr. Glasser gave his proposal to the
Council as to why they should allow New Horizon Church to be located within the Parkside
Commercial 2nd Addition.
City Planner Brixius inquired as to how many congregational members there are associated with
New Horizon Church, which Mr. Glasser reported there are approximately 90 members. Brixius
calculated that based on the number of members, New Horizon Church would require 23 parking
stalls.
City Planner Brixius stated that B-2A zoning allows ~hurches to go into the site; it is the
PUD/CUP that is restricting New Horizon from locating within the building.
Following the discussion, Council encouraged Mr. Glasser to proceed with an application and
amending the PUD/CUP, which would need to go before the Planning and Zoning Commission
for approval and public comment then a recommendation to the City Council.
Set Monday, July 21, 2008 as a Committee of the Whole Workshop for the purpose of discussion
Fire Inspections; the meeting would begin at 6:00 p.m.
City Administrator Kruse asked for Council direction regarding holding a Committee of the
Whole Workshop on Monday, July 21,2008 beginning at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of discussion
Fire Inspections.
Council okayed setting Monday, July 21,2008 as a Committee of the Whole Workshop
beginning at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of discussing Fire Inspections.
House located on Kantar Court NE within Albertville - consider making offer
City Administrator Kruse noted that the Council had expressed an interest earlier this year to
purchase the house located at 10831 Kantar Court NE. Kruse wanted to confirm if the Council is
still interested in purchasing the land for expansion of Oakside Park. The land could be used to
allow for extra parking or other options.
Council discussed the pros and cons about purchasing the property, in which majority ofthem
lowered the offering price to about $30,000 to $35,000.
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MOTION BY Council member Vetsch, seconded by Council member Wagner authorizing staff
to make an offer not to exceed $35,000 on the house located on Kantar Court NE near Oakside
Park for the potential expansion of the parking lot and the park. Motion carried unanimously.
City Sign located on CSAH 37 and Main Avenue NE
Council member Berning brought to staffs attention the sign appears to be dim at night.
City Administrator Kruse reported that the sign received damage during the Memorial weekend
hail storm. Kruse went on to explain that Building Official Sutherland has notified Franklin
Outdoor Advertising, which Franklin Outdoor Advertising will be repairing.
It was discussed to open the signage to other businesses within Albertville to advertise. When
the sign was initially constructed it was to assist with the Historical Downtown Businesses, who
did not renew their Lease Agreement.
ANNOUNCEMENTS and or UPCOMING MEETINGS
Mayor Klecker noted the upcoming meetings - calendar of events. It was brought up there is a
Committee of the Whole meeting to be held on Monday, July 7, 2008, which should be added to
the list.
June 2008
23 6:00 p.m.
30 7:00 p.m.
July 2008
4 all day
7 7:00 p.m.
8 7:00 p.m.
14 6:00 p.m.
21 7:00 p.m.
28 6:00 p.m.
28 7:00 p.m.
August 2008
4 7:00 p.m.
11 6:00 p.m.
12 7:00 p.m.
18 7:00 p.m.
Joint Powers Water Board meeting
Committee of the Whole Workshop (tentative)
Independence Day observed - City Offices closed
City Council meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
STMA Ice Arena Board meeting
City Council meeting
Joint Powers Water Board meeting
Committee of the Whole Workshop (tentative)
City Council meeting
STMA Ice Arena Board meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
City Council meeting
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25 6:00 p.m.
25 7:00 p.m.
26 8:00 a.m.
Joint Powers Water Board meeting
Committee ofthe Whole Workshop (tentative)
Candidacy Filing Opens
ADJOURN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TO GO INTO A CLOSED
MEETING TO DISCUSS THE ONGOING LITIGATIONS
MOTION BY Council member Berning, seconded by Council member Vetsch to adjourn the
Monday, June 16,2008 regular City Council meeting at 9:52 p.m. to go into a closed meeting for
the purpose of discussion and update on the litigation/lawsuit with S.E.H. Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION BY Council member Fay, seconded by Council member Berning to reconvene the
Monday, June 16, 2008 regular City Council meeting at 10:30 p.m. Motion carried
unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION BY Council member Berning, seconded by Council member Vetsch to adjourn the
Monday, June 16, 2008 regular City Council meeting at 10:34 p.m. Motion carried
unanimously.
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Public Attendance Record
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1295 Your Street NE Annandale
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June 16, 2008
Public Attendance Record
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council regarding an
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Jane Doe 1325 Any Street NE Albertville Yes - dogs barking
John Smith 1295 Your Street NE Albertville No - item on agenda
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