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ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, August 7, 2017
APPROVED MINUTES
ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL
1. CALL TO ORDER - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hendrickson called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
7:00 PM
Present: Mayor Hendrickson and Council members Cocking, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch.
Absent: None.
Staff Present: City Administrator -PWD Adam Nafstad, City Attorney Mike Couri, Fire Chief Eric
Bullen, Finance Director Tina Lannes and City Clerk Kimberly Olson.
Others Present: Laurie Summerland, Tom Fay, Judy Roden, Samara Postuma, Planning
Commissioner Paul Buhrmann, Casey Darkenwald, Wright County Commissioner Michael Potter,
Darren Lazan, John Darkenwald
3. RECOGNITIONS — PRESENTATIONS — INTRODUCTIONS — None
4. PUBLIC FORUM
There was no one present for the forum.
5. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
Brixius added Verizon Tower Update as Item A2 under Planning.
Motioned by Olson, seconded by Hudson, to approve the Agenda as amended. Ayes: Hendrickson,
Cocking, Hudson, Olson, 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
the Consent agenda following the approval of the remaining Consent items. These items will be
approved by a separate motion.
A. Approve the July 17, 2017 City Council budget workshop minutes as presented
B. Approve the July 17, 2017 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented
C. Authorize the Monday, March 6, 2017 payment of claims as presented, except bills
specifically pulled which are passed by separate motion. The claims listing has been
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provided to City Council as a separate document and is available for public view at City
Hall upon request
D. Approve a One -Day Temporary 3.2% Malt Liquor License for the Church of St. Albert's
Annual Parish Festival and approve the closure of Lander Ave NE between the Church of
St. Albert and the Parish Center from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 17,
2017
E. Approve a Therapeutic Massage Enterprise License for Vitality Massage, located at 10904
57' Street NE, Suite 106, to provide massage therapeutic services contingent upon
inspection and approval of the Building Official, payment of license fees, proof of liability
insurance, and successful background check
F. Approve Resolution No. 2017-018 Updating the Appointment of Corporate Signers for the
City of Albertville
G. Approve Resolution No. 2017-019 Updating the Authorization of Certain Employees to
Possess and Utilize City Credit Cards
H. Approve Partial Pay Estimate #1 to Omann Contracting Companies in the amount of
$229,386.51 for the 2017 Street and Trail Improvements
I. Approve Partial Pay Estimate #1 to Omann Brothers Paving Inc. in the amount of
$101,337.28 for the Main Avenue Railroad Crossing
Olson corrected the date of the claims listing to August 7, 2017.
Motioned by Vetsch, seconded by Cocking, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. Ayes:
Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson, Olson and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent. None. MOTION
DECLARED CARRIED.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS — None
8. DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
A. City Administrator's Update Planning/Zoning
1). Albertville Business Park AUAR Distribution
Brixius reported that in 2003 an Alternative Urban Areawide Review was completed for the
Albertville Business Park, the proposed site for the Mall of Entertainment development. He
explained that ideally an AUAR should be updated every five years, but this would is the first update
to the AUAR. He reported no activity has occurred at the site, but the Darkenwald's development
team has identified new opportunities for the site. The action suggested before Council this evening
is to authorize the distribution of the AUAR so that all required agencies and local governments can
provide comments or objections on the AUAR. The City must review the AUAR to make sure it
addresses all mitigation issues and also respond to all comments or objections received. Brixius
clarified the AUAR is not a formal development application, but is merely the first step in a
comprehensive development process.
Anne Hurlburt, planner with LandForm, explained the AUAR process and why it is needed. She
stated the proposed area involved with the AUAR is over 100 acres in size and is mainly
undeveloped land. She stated that Welcome Furniture sits on the southeast corner of the site.
Publication and comments are regulated by guidelines of the MN Environmental Quality Board.
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Hurlburt explained an AUAR is a changing document and the development team has a revised
concept for the area from the 2003 original concept as indicated below:
2017 AUAR Update
2003 AUAR
Plan A Plan B
Total Project Acreage
111 acres
111 acres
Linear project length
N/A
N/A
Number and type of
None
260 Multi -Family:
None
residential units
180 apartments,
80 senior
Commercial building
750,000 sq. ft. all
• 294,000 sq. ft.
• 321,000 sq. ft.
area (sq. ft.)
uses, commercial light
Retail/ Restaurant*
Retail/ Restaurant*
industrial, office,
• 170,000 sq. ft.
• 198,000 sq. ft.
retail and warehouse
Office/Medical Office
Office/Medical
Office
Industrial building area (s . t.)
None
Institutional building
None
None
area (sq. ft.)
Other uses — specify
None
Mall of Entertainment
(sq. ft.)
• Admin/Common Spaces 8,840 sq. ft.
• Conference 12,000 sq. ft.
• Hotel 144,160 sq. ft./ 275 rooms
• Indoor Theme Park 100,000 sq. ft.
• Water Park 50,000 sq. ft.
Structure height(s)
One to three stories;
Multiple family: up to 4
N/A
18 to 35 feet
stories over parking
(maximum
approximately 60 feet)
• Retail/Restaurant/ Office/Medical Office:
one to two stories (up to 35 feet)
• Mall of Entertainment: hotel portion, up to
six stories (approximately 80 feet); remainder,
up to 50 feet
* Square Feet includes existing 60, 000 sq. ft. retail
Hurlburt reported the preferred concept is Plan A that incorporates multifamily into the
development. Plan B is consistent with Albertville's Land Use Plan, but Plan A would require
amending the City's Comprehensive Plan. The AUAR must review at least one plan that is
consistent with the local plan; at this time the City has not reviewed multifamily for that location. If
Plan A were to move forward, it would consist of 180 units in one or multiple buildings and 80 age -
restricted units in a building for seniors.
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Hurlburt informed the Council that the hotel portion of the MOE project is anticipated to have a
height up to 80 feet and the remainder of the complex would be 50 feet. She reported a much more
comprehensive traffic study was completed with this AUAR update as much has changed since
2003.
Hurlburt addressed the mitigation plan. She indicated the City of Albertville is the Responsible
Governmental Unit, or RGU, and is responsible to apply mitigation measures through use of
ordinances and regulations. However, the RGU is the not responsible party of the developer's plan.
She further explained the permits and approvals that would be needed after comments on the AUAR
have been received and responded to. She also reviewed the following impacts of the project:
• Land Use — structures may be tall with lighting and signage elements and multifamily may be
sensitive to noise.
• Water Resources — surface water flows to two impaired waters and wetlands may be
impacted
• Noise - noise due to construction and traffic
Hurlburt introduced Josh Maus with SRF. Maus presented the traffic study and the components used
within in it. He stated that SRF completed traffic forecasting for 2019 when the completed first
phase (MOE) would be completed as well as once fully developed, potentially in 2040. SRF
incorporated assumed projects into their study which include the I-94/CSAH 37 bridge restriping
and turn lanes as well as the CSAH 19 expansion from the Albertville Premium Outlets to 70u' Street
NE.
Several existing conditions that were identified by Maus included:
• Queuing and delay issues at the Premium Outlets signal
• Sight issues at EB I-94 and CSAH 19 ramp
• Queuing and delay issues at I-94 and CSAH 37
Maus reported Phase I of the development (MOE) is expected to generate 3,300 to 4,000 trips per
day and Phase II (full build out) is expected to generate 15,000 to 16,000 trips per day. He stated that
the expected trips for both phases are expected to be the same regardless if Plan A or Plan B is
developed. Cocking inquired about the impact of traffic searching for different routes to I-94 through
the Laketowne Drive NE area. Maus responded that is a slower way to get to I-94, but they did
consider it in the study. Maus stated the study had the following findings:
• Operation issues at the Premium Outlets access to CSAH 19 needs to be addressed
• A traffic signal is needed at CSAH 19 and the EB I-94 ramp intersection
• Roadway projects need to be coordinated with the opening of MOE
• Access from CSAH 19 to EB I-94 will be needed by 2040
Hurlburt reported that the publication and commenting period for the AUAR must occur first before
the team can pursue next steps. Cocking stated that he was not sure that multifamily is the best fit in
that area. Lazan replied that multifamily housing is a true component of mixed use development.
Vetsch stated the property is zoned commercial and he is hesitant to add multifamily. Lazan
responded that it provides staffing for the development and creates daytime users/visitors for the
development.
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Nafstad inquired how the comments would be processed after the AUAR publication. Brixius replied
the City would review all comments, but the development team would respond to them. The two
would work together to address the comments. Hurlburt stated they will be sharing the AUAR more
widely than is required. Brixius pointed out that all comments may not lead to mitigation measures.
Olson inquired when build out will happen and Hurlburt replied they are anticipating fall of 2019.
However, she said the soonest the team would be able to come back to Council would be October 2,
2017. Olson inquired if they would have a development application submitted by then and Hurlburt
could not confirm. Olson asked how long it would take to build and Hurlburt responded
approximately 14-16 months.
Couri inquired if the development team foresees any obstacles prior to submitting a formal
development application. Hurlburt replied that the AUAR must come first. Nafstad informed
Council and the audience that all AUAR documents are available on the City's website.
Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Cocking, to approve Resolution No. 2017-020 authorizing the
distribution of the AUAR and Mitigation Plan Amendment for the Albertville Business Park
project to be sent to the EQB for publication, applicable agencies, and local and regional
governments that may be impacted by this development. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson,
Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTIONDECLARED CARRIED.
2). Verizon Monopole Tower Update
Brixius informed Council that Verizon plans to co -locate on an existing tower and have withdrawn
their application from the upcoming Planning Commission meeting.
B. City Council
1). Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC,
etc.)
There were no City Council updates.
C. Finance
1). Tort Liability Insurance Renewal
Lannes explained the difference between waiving and not waiving the tort liability limits. She stated
the City has waived it in past years, but last year the City did not because of increased costs. Couri
explained that most cities do not waive the tort liability limits unless they operate their own law
enforcement departments. Cocking inquired if the City would have exposure if they did waive the
tort limit and Couri most likely not, but perhaps if in a land use claim. Hudson felt the costibenefit
was not worthwhile to pursue at this time.
Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Cocking, to not waive the City's monetary limits on tort liability
established by Minnesota Statues, Section 466.04. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson, Olson,
and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent. None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
D. Public Works/Engineering — None
E. Fire — None
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F. City Clerk — None
G. Building —None
H. Legal
1). St. Michael Sewer Service Agreement — Presentation of Draft Agreement
Nafstad reported that staff has been working on a draft agreement to provide the City of St. Michael
sanitary sewer service to potentially 180 to 250 homes to be built in a new development abutting the
City of Albertville. St. Michael does not currently have sanitary sewer trunk facilities to serve those
lots. Nafstad stated both Albertville's and St. Michael's attorneys and engineers still have some
minor modifications to the draft agreement to make.
Nafstad reported that St. Michael shall maintain the collection system within their city limits and
Albertville shall maintain the interceptor line that discharges to the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
The agreement will allow for a second outlet to the flood mitigation pond and helps provide flood
protection to the Albert Villas properties. He further explained St. Michael would be allowed to
discharge wastewater to Albertville for as long as Albertville runs the facility.
Vetsch had concerns about more than 250 homes being added to Albertville's system and the impact
to the Wastewater Treatment Facility. Couri replied the agreement would be limited to only the 180-
250 homes and the agreement language can specifically state that.
Couri clarified that St. Michael will pay SAC charges, trunk access fees, and sewer user fees.
Nafstad stated that once all details have been worked out, the agreement will come back to Council
for formal approval.
Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Olson, to approve the St. Michael Sewer Service Agreement
subject to City Attorney and City Engineer review. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson, Olson,
and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
I. Administration
1). Albertville Industrial Park Lots — Discussion
Nafstad reported that staff has been approached by two different businesses interested in purchasing
a City -owned lot in the Industrial Park. Staff was approached about a year ago and they sent a
proposal letter about conveying the land and tax increment financing. That company is once again
interested, but staff has since received another inquiry about purchasing the lot and potentially the
adjacent farm. Nafstad states staff will be communicating with both groups to get a better
understanding of where each is at. Nafstad stated he only wanted to introduce the item tonight and
expects more discussion in the near future.
2). City Administrator's Update
Nafstad stated that St. Michael has invited the Albertville City Council and staff to their annual Daze
and Knights Festival on Friday, August 14, 2017. St. Michael will be holding a social hour.
9. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND/OR UPCOMING MEETINGS
City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6
Regular Meeting of August 7, 2017
July 27
Joint Powers Water Board, 6:00 p.m.
August 7
City Council, 7:00 p.m.
Budget Workshop, TBD
August 8
Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m.
August 14
STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m.
August 21
City Council, 7:00 p.m.
Budget Workshop, TBD
August 28
Joint Powers Water Board, 6:00 p.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Motioned by Cocking, seconded by Olson, to adjourn the meeting at 9:17p.m. Ayes: Hendrickson,
Cocking, Hudson, Olson and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTIONDECLARED
CARRIED.
Respectfully submitted,
Kimberly . Olson, City Clerk
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