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2018-02-05 City Council MinutesNberill-cc U-0 0,19 abvU.. ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL Monday, February 5, 2018 APPROVED MINUTES ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL 1. CALL TO ORDER - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Hendrickson called the meeting to order at 7:00 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, City Planner Alan Brixius, Public Works Supervisor Tim Guimont, Water/Wastewater Supervisor John Middendorf, Finance Director Tina Lannes, and City Clerk Kimberly Hodena Others Present: Samara Postuma, Ryan Imdieke, Commissioner Michael Potter, Otsego Councilmember Jason Warehime 3. RECOGNITIONS — PRESENTATIONS — INTRODUCTIONS A. 2017 Fire Service Awards Fire Chief Bullen reported there were two retirements in 2017: Mark Driste and Paul Mahar, each with 3 years of service. He further reported that the department average number of volunteer hours is 46.3 hours and recognized the top volunteers. Bullen presented the following with service awards as listed below. 0 5 years: ■ Firefighter Jake Kreutner 0 10 years: ■ Lieutenant Kyle Anderson ■ Firefighter Dean Eull ■ Firefighter Brad Lawinger 0 15 years: ■ Firefighter Paul Gonsior ■ Firefighter Ron Tiernan Page 1 Bullen reported that Firefighter Kyle Anderson was the top caller of the year responding to 241 calls or 71.30% of all calls. Bullen credited Anderson's employer for allowing him to respond to daytime calls from work and he would like to thank Anderson's employer formally at a future meeting. Bullen presented Gerald Gerads the Paul Heinen Above and Beyond Award. He reported that this award is voted on strictly by the membership and it reflects well on the department that so many members were nominated for the award. B. Years of Service Recognition — Tim Guimont Hendrickson presented Guimont a certificate of recognition for 20 years of dedicated service to the City of Albertville. The City Council thanked Guimont for his service. C. Andy Burmeister — LGN Burmeister provided an update to the Council. He reported there was a delay in the budget at the federal level and congress is trying to work to keep the government funded into 2019. The President has proposed a $1.5 trillion infrastructure plan for projects such as transportation, schools, wastewater treatment, and broadband. Burmeister currently reported that the I-94 Coalition has sent in applications for Corridors of Commerce funding for the 1-94 expansion. He stated that he is working with the MN delegation to expand awareness of the project. He listed several possible funding sources. He emphasized that visiting D. C. has a big impact on the members of Congress letting them that local leaders care about these initiatives. Nafstad inquired if it would be beneficial for Council to attend the National League of Cities conference that is coming up. Burmeister advised it would be yet another opportunity to identify issues as well as solutions to the issues and ask for assistance in a systematic approach. Cocking inquired if congressional staff remained the same once Senator Smith took office after Franken resigned. Burmeister stated that he believed the transportation staff remained the same. 4. PUBLIC FORUM There was no one present for the forum. 5. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA Nafstad added Representative Lucero to the agenda for a legislative update and Nafstad moved Douglas Carlson Development Concept further down the agenda as the developers were running late to the meeting. Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Olson, 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. City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 Regular Meeting of February 5, 2018 A. Approve the January 16, 2018 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented B. Authorize the Monday, February 5, 2018 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 Consumption and Display Liquor License for City Hall located at 5959 Main Avenue NE D. Approve Summary Ordinance 2018-02 for publication E. Approve Summary Ordinance 2018-03 for publication F. Approve Summary Ordinance 2018-04 for publication G. Accept Accounts Receivable report Motioned by Cocking, seconded by Olson, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent. None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS — None 8. DEPARTMENT BUSINESS A. Planning/Zoning 1). Border States Electric Conditional Use Permit for Additional Outdoor Storage Brixius reported that Border States is seeking to amend their existing Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for additional outdoor storage for truck parking. The site is isolated and screened from adjoining properties. The application meets the requirements in the I-1 zoning district. He stated there are some grading conditions listed in the resolution. A public hearing was held by the Planning Commission and they recommended approval. Motioned by Vetsch, seconded by Hudson, to adopt Resolution No. 2018-04 approving the conditional use permit for Border States Industries for expanded outdoor storage at property located at 11927 53rd Street NE in Albertville. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent. None. MOTIONDECLARED CARRIED. B. City Council 1). Legislative Updated — Representative Eric Lucero Representative Eric Lucero stated they are working on a legislative preview to the legislative session and expects focus to be on the following: • Funding of Legislative Branch • MNLARS Fix • Tax Conformity between State and Federal Laws • Corridors of Commerce Funding City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 Regular Meeting of February 5, 2018 Hudson inquired if there has been any discussion regarding a permanent fix that would prevent the funding dispute such as what occurred last year between the Governor and Legislature. Lucero replied not as of yet. Cocking asked for Lucero's support and possibly authoring a bill to assist Albertville in funding the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements. Lucero stated he would support that and Albertville is not alone in meeting the requirements of these mandates. Hendrickson felt it important to see the improvements made when CSAH 19 is already scheduled for construction in 2019 in order to avoid duplicating construction efforts and costs. Cocking felt this type of project is the core essence of what bonding is for. A. Planning -Continued 2). Planning Update — Verbal Brixius provided the following updates in relation to planning activities: • Kwik Trip has submitted a development application for the property located at the northeast corner of the CSAH 19 and I-94 interchange. The site will be a convenience store with gas sales and carwash; this would require a change in zoning for the lot. It is scheduled for a public hearing at the February Planning Commission meeting. Brixius stated that Kwik Trip submitted a very complete development application to the City. • No applications have been received for the proposed Mall of Entertainment and the City is not aware of the developer's schedule. • D. Michael B's and Country Inn and Suites are seeking a shared pylon sign. They are hoping to receive additional height for the sign for improved visibility. • The Planning Commission will be discussing and will hold a public hearing on changes to the dog kennel ordinance. • Staff is reviewing trails to hopefully complete trail connections in the southwest portion of the City. Vetsch inquired why the zoning should be changed to allow for another gas station. Brixius stated that retail and brick/motor store fronts are declining. Kwik Trip would offer grocery and food sales and would serve the outlet mall and neighborhood area north of I-94 well. Vetsch stated that he is not sure if that use is in the best interest of the lot. Cocking felt that it would be beneficial to that are. Hendrickson stated the concept was well received at the State of the Cities event and it would be a real convenience to those north of I-94. Nafstad stated this is the first application, if not concept, received in ten years. Brixius added that the owner of the lot has challenged the taxes and that challenge has now been withdrawn. 3). Central Park Design Concept — Continued Discussion Brixius presented the newest concept plan for Central Park that showed property acquisition of one lot and a portion of another to realign 58th Street NE. He stated this provides an additional 8,500 City Council Meeting Minutes Page 4 Regular Meeting of February 5, 2018 square feet of park land. He indicated a new location for a slash pad to the west of the depot building. Nafstad stated they had changed parking along 58 Street NE and added parking on the proposed acquired lot. Nafstad reported that the acquisition of the one lot and demolition of the home would be approximately $160,000 and the portion of the other lot would be a much smaller cost. He asked Council for feedback. Hendrickson would like the play equipment upgraded and moved closer to the splash pad; she supports the acquisition of the lots. Hudson was supportive of the park concept, but questioned if the acquisition is the best use of taxpayer dollars. He stated he was not convinced at this point and emphasized they are stewards of public funds. Hendrickson stated the park has an intangible value; the park is central to the community and she wants the public to continue to utilize that amenity. Hudson agreed the acquisition has subjective value, but inquired if that value is gained by re -orienting a street. He felt there are other needs that funds can be spent on and Cocking agreed. Cocking emphasized the City's role is to provide core services and provided that road repairs have been delayed and funds could be used for that instead. Hudson felt further deliberation needs to take place. Hendrickson was concerned that the City could also incur additional costs if the City does not purchase the lot. A new owner of the lot could have issues with the park usage so near to the lot. Nafstad suggested there are numerous expensive improvements in the overall Central Park concept and perhaps they should prioritize and identify costs associated with the improvements and provide an implementation schedule. Hendrickson stated that she is sensitive to the timeline of the improvements and just doesn't want the improvements to always be a work in progress. 4). Doug Carlson Development Concept Brixius reported that Douglas Carlson Co. is hoping to develop the Leuer property along CSAH 19 north of the Shoppes at Prairie Run. The prosed concept from the developer would include three multifamily buildings comprised of 56 units each as well as 34 town homes. Brixius stated the site is currently zoned as B2 -A and would need to be rezoned to fit that type of developments. The developer is seeking feedback from the Council prior to submitting a formal application. Brixius stated the apartment buildings would be located along CSAH 19 and the townhomes would be located between the apartments and the neighborhood to west. Brixius stated this concept would require the comprehensive plan to be amended. Cocking inquired if a traffic study would be needed and Brixius reported Wright County would need to approve access and he felt a signal would be needed at 53rd Street NE. Hudson asked Hansen why the development is a good investment. Hansen replied that they have a similar project going in St. Michael and they have seen a high demand for market rate apartments. He stated that this concept is ideal for residents that may not be ready to purchase a single family home, but do not meet the income qualifications for income -based apartments. Hansen stated their goal is to get more people to move to the STMA area. Their studies show that there is a high demand for rental units. Brixius inquired about management of the rental units. Hansen replied it would be one company for the apartments and the townhomes. Vetsch expressed his concern about changes in ownership down the road and mentioned issues the City has faced in the past. Brixius inquired about exterior design and Hansen replied that the exterior would be brick or smartboard or a combination of both. City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 Regular Meeting of February 5, 2018 Hudson stated that the Council has seen multiple previous concepts for this site and it still sits empty, essentially frozen in time due to previous comprehensive plan land use recommendations. He felt the market should drive development of the site and it seems the City is in the way of development of the site. Olson stated he was not opposed to the concept and felt it would blend into the residential homes to the west. Cocking agreed with Hudson and stated he is willing to entertain the concept; he only concern would be future management of development. Hansen stated that bringing in more residents can also help to support future commercial development. He thanked the Council for their time. B. City Council 2). Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC, etc.) There were no updates. C. Fire 2). Fire Department Year in Review Bullen reported there were 338 calls for service in 2017, 184 of those calls being within Albertville. This was an increase of 62 calls compared to 2016. Fire fighters attended 3202 hours of training and donated 1482 hours of volunteer service to the community. Bullen stated that both he and Assistant Fire Chief, Tate Mills received certificates as Fire Investigation Technicians from the International Association of Arson Investigators. Bullen was also selected as an alternate for the Board of Directors for the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association for Region 8 - North Suburban, treasurer/secretary of the Metro Chief Fire Officers Association, and completed the last class for the Director of Emergency Management Certification through the Minnesota Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Bullen stated the Fire Department will be looking into purchasing a new fire engine 11 for 2019, but the order will need to be placed in 2018 with payment in 2019. D. Finance 2). 4th Quarter Budget to Actual — Un -audited Lannes reported that Council will see the audited fourth quarter report in April when the audit is presented by ABDO. Council did not have any questions regarding the report. E. City Clerk 2). Set 2018 Vision Workshop Meeting Date Motioned by Cocking, seconded by Olson, to set a Vision Workshop for March S, 2018 at 6: 00 p.m. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 Regular Meeting of February 5, 2018 3). Set 2018 Local Board of Appeals and Equalization Meeting Date Motioned by Vetsch, seconded by Hudson, to set the Local Board of Appeals and Equalization Meeting Date for April 16, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent. None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. F. Public Works/Engineering - None G. Building —None H. Legal —None I. Administration 2). I-94 Resolution of Support Nafstad reported the resolution supports the Interstate 94 expansion with the Corridors of Commerce Program. He noted the deadline to submit the application for Corridors of Commerce funds was today, so he had included both the lessor and greater projects costs in the submittal. There are other corridor projects seeking funding and an announcement is expected in April. Motioned by Cocking, seconded by Olson, to approve Resolution No. 2018-05 supporting Interstate 94 Expansion Corridors of Commerce projects. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTIONDECLARED CARRIED. 3). Council Chambers/Multipurpose Room Renovations Nafstad reported that carpet and paint are original to the building. The walls need to patched and painted and carpet replaced. Staff is recommending installing a strip of LVT along the kitchen side of the room where food service lines are usually set up. Carpet would be carpet tiles that could easily be replaced if and when needed. Staff also recommends replacement of the window coverings. Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Cocking, to authorize new flooring, paint, and window coverings for the Council Chambers and Multi -Purpose Room at a cost not to exceed $22,186.93. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 4). City Administrator's Update Nafstad reported he will be setting a Public Works Committee meeting with Cocking and Vetsch. Nafstad stated the CSAH 18 improvements are currently being designed. Albertville's share will be approximately $200,000. Olson inquired where those funds would be taken from and Nafstad replied transportation capital fund or municipal state aid fund. Vetsch was concerned about the cost and felt there many other roads in the city that need repairs that have been delayed. He inquired if this is the best use of taxpayer dollars. Cocking questioned the trail being placed on the south side of CSAH 18 when there is already an existing trail on the north. Vetsch inquired if the City would get credit for the existing trail. Olson also stated that the City struggles with improvements funds for City Council Meeting Minutes Page 7 Regular Meeting of February 5, 2018 roads. Nafstad stated this improvement came about as a result of the new local option sales tax that was implemented last October. He added that the realignment of the Barthel Industrial Drive NE and CSAH 18 would provide for a safer intersection. Court identified the positives of the improvement; Albertville will have a brand new trail and the City would not have to maintain the trail. Nafstad reported there will be an I-94 Legislative Preview soon and inquired if anyone is interested in attending. Hendrickson indicated she is interested. 4. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings February 12 STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m. February 13 Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m. February 19 City Offices Closed, Presidents' Day February 20 City Council 7:00 p.m. February 26 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:00 p.m. Parks Committee, 7:00 p.m. * * (New Time) March 5 City Council, 7:00 p.m. March 12 STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m. March 13 Planning Commission, 6:00 p.m. March 19 City Council, 7:00 p.m. March 26 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:00 p.m. Parks Committee, 7:00 p.m. * * (New Time) 10. ADJOURNMENT Motioned by Cocking, seconded by Hudson, to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson and Olson. Nays: None. Absent. Vetsch. MOTIONDECLARED CARRIED. Respectfully submitted, Kimberly y. Hodena, City Clerk City Council Meeting Minutes Page 8 Regular Meeting of February 5, 2018