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2016-06-06 City Council MinutesNibertville 5-�. . ft CW4 ufF ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL Monday, June 6, 2016 APPROVED MINUTES ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL 1. CALL TO ORDER - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Hendrickson called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL 7:00 PM Present: Mayor Hendrickson and Council members Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch Absent: None Staff Present: City Administrator -PWD Adam Nafstad, City Attorney Mike Couri, City Planner Al Brixius, Finance Director Tina Lannes, Fire Chief Eric Bullen, and City Clerk Kimberly Olson Others Present: Dr. James Behle, Ann -Marie Foucault, Eric Wiitala, Samara Postuma, Eric Lucero, Mary Kiffineyer 3. RECOGNITIONS — PRESENTATIONS — INTRODUCTIONS A. Recognition of STMA Superintendent, Dr. James Behle Hendrickson presented Behle with a certificate of recognition for his outstanding service to the STMA School District and for his leadership and partnership in the STMA community. 4. PUBLIC FORUM — (time reserved 5 minutes) 5. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA There were no amendments to the agenda. Motioned by Olson, seconded by Hudson, to approve the Agenda as presented. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 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 City Council Meeting Minutes Page 1 Regular Meeting of June 6 2016 the Consent agenda following the approval of the remaining Consent items. These items will be approved by a separate motion. A. Approve the May 2, 2016 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented B. Authorize the Monday, June 6, 2016 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 the Church of St. Albert Lawful Gambling Exempt Permit Application for the annual Parish Festival that will be held on October 9, 2016 at the St. Albert Parish Center D. Approve Ordinance 2016 -02 Summary for publication relating to Planning Commission Composition E. Approve Ordinance 2016 -03 Summary for publication relating to the Sign Code Motioned by Sorensen, seconded by Olson, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent. None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS — None 8. DEPARTMENT BUSINESS A. City Council 1). Discussion of Process for School Boundary Changes Behle reported there are two different ways that school boundary lines can be changed: detachment and annexation or legislative act. He stated that about eighteen months ago, they used the annexation process in Otsego. He also reported that Moorhead used a parcel by parcel swap that covered a lengthy span of years. He stated in the case of boundary change for STMA and Elk River, he felt that the legislative process would be most appropriate. Hendrickson thanked Behle for attending the meeting. Behle stated the school board is open to discussion of boundary change and he hopes to make contact with the Elk River superintendent this week. He did feel that 2017 was too short of a time to implement any change and thought 2018 was more feasible. He indicated that the STMA School Board does have a lot of large issues coming in the next year as such as working with the new superintendent, developing a new strategic plan, and the February 2017 bond referendum. However, the board is willing to begin conversations about possible boundary changes. Couri inquired if there is anything the City can do to aid in the process. Behle stated that it will be important for taxpayers in both districts to speak with their respective school boards. However, the Council can keep the interest by keeping the conversation alive and he sees the next step as developing a small working group of interested parties. 2). Legislative Update — Eric Lucero Lucero reported on the work done during the legislative session. He stated that a transportation bill was not passed and that is very disappointing. He stated that the Southwest Light Rail was added to City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 Regular Meeting of June 6 2016 the bill and was part of the reason the bill did not pass. He stated there was a positive in equity in education and districts outside of the seven county metro will receive more funding. He stated that student data privacy issues were also a positive and will involve more parent involvement. He stated tax cuts passed that assist veterans and families who have experienced stillbirth. Vetsch thanked Lucero for his work during the legislative session. Hudson inquired of Lucero if there is any way to make sure that top issues get dealt with during the legislative session. Lucero responded there is a lot of frustration and it is up to each part of the legislature and the parties to work together. 3). Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC, etc.) Fire Dept. Olson reported he attended the I -94 Coalition First Responders Luncheon where Matt Minette was recognized for his service. Minette is a lieutenant on the Fire Department and a Public Works employee. FYCC Hendrickson stated that Sandra and Chuck Greninger were named as Outstanding Citizens of the Year and will be grand marshals at the parade. STMA Bond Referendum Committee Hudson reported that they were given a list of projects and they are narrowing the list down to the most essential needs for the STMA School District. Hendrickson had concerns of how the projects were put on the list; she wanted to make sure that all projects are included in the list and wondered who determined what projects were put on the list. She stated that as the community grows, needs may change. Hudson stated that some low cost items on the list may have a higher value to the school district. He stated there is perceived need versus cost versus value. 4). Legislative Update — Mary Kiffineyer Kiffineyer provided a recap of the legislative session. She stated they were successful in getting extra pension funds for military members in a supplemental bill. She stated the metro equity was extended statewide and STMA will receive more funding per pupil. She stated that basic civics is now in the classroom, similar to what those taking the citizenship test must know. Kiffineyer reported there are now new requirements regarding healthcare networks and how claims are paid when providers switch in and out networks. B. Planning/Zoning 1). Special Home Occupation for 5342 Kahler Drive NE Brixius reported staff received an application for a special home occupation for a furniture making business at 5342 Kahler Drive NE. Staff reviewed the application administratively and had concerns that the scope of the business was outside of the performance standards for a special home occupation. He stated the main issues were noise of equipment, potential to overtake the garage, not a secondary use of the home, and storage of equipment. Brixius reported staff administratively denied the permit which then allows for the applicant to appeal the decision to the City Council. City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 Regular Meeting of June 6 2016 Eric Wiitala, applicant, went through the findings listed in the denial letter and addressed how he would work with and comply with all the performance standards. He presented photographs of how his equipment will be stored, the size of his recently completed furniture products, and that he will not be making any building or electrical alterations to the garage. He stated his goal is to work solely in the third stall of the garage and if business were to pick up, he would look for an alternate location. He stated this is currently a hobby and he is trying to start his business off on the right foot by applying for all the legal permits. Sorensen stated his concerns with starting a precedent and inquired if there can be a trial or beginning period before the permit is granted for three years. Couri replied the Council can approve the permit with conditions. Hudson commended the applicant for seeking the appropriate approval from the City and felt it showed the applicant's responsibility. He would be okay with a one year trial period. He stated they could also reconsider the permit if a number of complaints were received and felt review would be appropriate after three complaints. Vetsch inquired if the applicant would be using an electric planer. Wiitala replied he is currently only using a hand planer for his furniture. Vetsch stated that he had concerns on how the Council may allow one special home occupation and not another; what decides if it is approved or not. Hudson stated they will need to consider each applicant and each business and take that into account; he did not see any issues that if this one is allowed that they would be required to allow all other requests. Brixius stated the special home occupation permit runs with the applicant, not with the land. Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Sorensen, to approve the special home occupation for 5342 Kahler Drive NE with the following conditions: A one year trial period If three complaints are received in the one year period, Council will review the permit for continued operation of the special home occupation The applicant will abide by the criteria listed in Section 1600 of the City's Zoning Ordinance Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, and Sorensen. Nays: Vetsch. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. C. Fire 1). Fire Update Bullen reported that three members of the Fire Department will be graduating from the Elk River Fire Academy. They are Gerald Gerads, Preston Bean, and Brandon Asfeld. The event will be held on June 22, 2016 at the Holiday Inn in Elk River. Bullen stated the department received a grant from CenterPoint Energy Community Partnership for purchase of three AED's for the Public Works trucks and Public Works building. City Council Meeting Minutes Page 4 Regular Meeting of June 6 2016 Bullen informed Council that Life Link helicopter will be at Saturday's Fire Open House from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. They will also have the kitchen fire demonstration trailer at the event. D. Legal 1). City Attorney Report Couri reported the City was recently served with a quiet action title for the car wash on 60th Street NE. He stated these are fairly normal and used to clear a title problem. In this case, the building extends 2.5 inches into 601h Street NE. The action would allow the 2.5 inches to be made part of the car wash's property. Due to cost to oppose this, Couri recommended the Council not oppose the action and allow the 2.5 inches to revert to private property of the carwash. Motioned by Vetsch, seconded by Sorensen, to take no action on the quiet title action. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. E. Finance — None F. City Clerk — None G. Public Works/Engineering — None H. Building —None I. Administration 1). City Administrator's Update Nafstad reported the Leuer - Munstertieger property, Heuring Meadows, is scheduled for a re- zoning public hearing at the Planning Commission meeting on June 14, 2016. The Taco Bell site and building plans, as well as several Conditional Use Permits, are also scheduled for a public hearing at that same meeting. Nafstad stated staff is receiving an increase in property and zoning complaints, so the City Planner is scheduled for additional hours at City Hall to assist with code compliance issues. 9. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND /OR UPCOMING MEETINGS June 13 STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m. June 14 Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m. June 20 June 27 June 29 July 4 July 5 July 11 July 12 July 14 July 18 July 25 City Council Meeting Minutes Regular Meeting of June 6 2016 City Council, 7:00 p.m. Joint Powers Water Board, 6:00 p.m. Fire Advisory Committee, 6:00 p.m. City Offices Closed, Independence Day City Council, 7:00 p.m. STMA Ice Arena Board Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m. Fire Department Business Meeting, 8:00 p.m. City Council, 7:00 p.m. Joint Powers Water Board, 6:00 p.m. Page 5 Parks Committee, 8:00 p.m. JUNE Su M Tu W Th F Sa Sa 1 2 3 4 5 cc 6 7 AFCD8 9 10 11 12 ice 13 PC14 15 16 17 18 19 cc 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 JP 27 28 29 30 28 29 10. ADJOURNMENT JULY Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 2 3 " 4 cc 6 7 8 9 10 e 11 Pc12 13 15 16 17 cc 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 JP25PK 26 27 28 29 30 31 Motioned by Olson, seconded by Sorenson, to adjourn the meeting at 9:04 p.m. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Respectfully submitted, Kimberly . Olson, City Clerk City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 Regular Meeting of June 6 2016