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2018-05-07 City Council MinutesA 1 Albertv�. ille ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL Monday, May 7, 2018 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 Present: Mayor Hendrickson and Council members, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch Absent: Council member Cocking 7:00 PM Staff Present: City Administrator -PWD Adam Nafstad, City Attorney Mike Couri, City Planner Alan Brixius, Fire Chief Eric Bullen, and City Clerk Kimberly Hodena Others Present: Wright County Commissioner Mike Potter, Brian & Christina Feigum, Shari Hallen, Tom Dwinnell, Randy Christianson, Dave Pattberg, Alyssa Gallagher, Haley Rogers, Lilly Roberts, Naomi Peterson, Lane Armstrong, Aubrielle Poff, RaMya Beck, an Gabby Crowell 3. RECOGNITIONS — PRESENTATIONS — INTRODUCTIONS A. Albertville Royalty Hendrickson welcomed the group to the meeting and thanked them. for their work in the community. Gallagher introduced the members of the Royal Court. Miss Albertville, Haley Rogers, highlighted the initiatives the group has undertaken such as Beyond the Crown, feeding families at Twin Cities Ronald McDonald houses, Vision Walk, community benefits and fundraisers, and partnering with the Albertville Lions for special events. The Council stated they appreciated the Royal Court's service to the community and thanked them for their dedication. Gallagher reported that longtime volunteer Kelly Myers will be stepping aside this year and they would like to recognize her many years of service at a future Council meeting. 4. PUBLIC FORUM Brian Feigum, 10579 491h Street NE, was present at the meeting to request some type of traffic control on 491h Street NE. Feigum stated that cars traveling along 49th Street NE drive too fast for the neighborhood and he fears for the safety of neighborhood children. He stated there was an altercation in the street when he attempted to ask a car to slow down. Nafstad agreed the road is busy and serves as a neighborhood collector. Nafstad discussed the need for additional law enforcement monitoring, the use of the city new speed trailer, and the adverse effects of intersection control/signs. Nafstad also noted that the statutory speed limit is 30 miles per hour on local streets Page I Agenda Page 3 Feigurn asked if there could be "no through traffic" signs installed and Nafstad replied it is a public street, so that would not be an option. Hudson inquired about the process if signs are installed. Nafstad replied that 30 miles per hour is the norm for neighborhood streets; studies show that if traffic control measures are installed, but not needed, it leads to a false sense of safety and the signs become ignored. Hudson inquired about other means of traffic control. Nafstad replied that speed bumps have noise and maintenance factors as well as the potential for vehicles to leave the roadway. Hendrickson inquired about a "children at play" sign and Nafstad reported they are no longer an accepted sign for a typical residential street. Nafstad stated staff would place the speed trailer in the neighborhood and a sheriff's deputy followed up with the Feigums. 5. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA Nafstad added a resolution regarding CSAH 18 parking restrictions as Item 14 under Administration. Motioned by Vetsch, seconded by Olson, to approve the Agenda as amended. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. MOTIONDECLARED 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 April 16, 2018 Local Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting minutes as presented B. Approve the April 16, 2018 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented C. Authorize the Monday, May 7, 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 D. Approve street closures as indicated for Albertville Friendly City Days and approve Central Park hours to 11:00 p.m. on June 7, 2018 and to 1:30 p.m. on June 8-9, 2018 E. Approve Temporary On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for the Knights of Columbus and Foxtailers Snowmobile Club for June 8-10, 2018 at Central Park,5801 Lander Avenue NE F. Approve Temporary On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor Licenses for the Albertville Lions Club and Albertville Fire Relief Association for June 7-10, 2018 at Central Park, 5801 Lander Avenue NE Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Olson, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: Hendrickson. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS — None City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 Regular Meeting of May 7, 2018 Agenda Page 4 8. DEPARTMENT BUSINESS A. City Council 1). Committee Updates There were no Council updates. B. Planning/Zoning 5th 1). Karston Cove 5 Addition Rezoning and Preliminary Plat Brixius explained that there are two resolutions before Council, one for approval and one for denial. Brixius provided the history regarding the original plat for Karston Cove P Addition and there were originally supposed to be 219 townhomes. It was then platted as an outlot last year while the developer determined what the market is demanding. When the outlot was platted, the City reserved the right to require any developed lots to enter into the Karston Cove Townhome Association. Brixius reported the new development application plans eight single family homes. This does not align with the current multi -family zoning and would require rezoning. If this concept is acceptable to Council, staff recommends PUD zoning to allow for lot width and depth. The application had a public hearing with the Planning Commission on April 10. After the hearing and discussion, the Planning Commission recommended denial of the application. The commission felt the proposed plan does not fit with the character of the neighborhood and is a different product than the original proposal. There are no basements and each lot would need individual service lines. Hudson inquired what the developer's intent was when they purchased the property in 2016. Pattberg explained Centra Homes, LLC purchased a very large number of lots from Woodside Homes before they left MN. He further explained their original purchase price for the Karston Cove 3rd Addition included not only the lots but the letter of credit. When they approached staff, they learned of the new ordinance regarding low openings, so they had to modify their plan. Pattberg stated that they have tried hard to work with the HOA and to develop a plan close to the original, but they could not make it happen. He stated that the HOA did not want to see this design plan and wants more units. He felt it would be difficult to have an HOA with two different kinds of product. fie stated that they have held neighborhood meetings and send notes to the original 14 properties. He stated that HOA dues are middle of the road in terms of cost and have actually gone down. Randy Christiansen, ACT Management, stated he manages the association. He indicated they do want to see the original plan as loss of units will affect the HOA. Vetsch would very much like to see both the HOA and the developer come to an agreement, possibly in terms of a one-time payment to the HOA. Christianson stated there are significant costs to amend the HOA documents to allow the new lots into the HOA and that is why they have not done so until they hear the position of the Council. Couri addressed the fact that even though this is only the preliminary plat, it may be in everyone's best interest to determine this evening if the lots will be required to enter into the HOA, so that each group can move forward. Pattberg agreed and doesn't want it to be an outstanding issue. City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 Regular Meeting of May 7, 2018 Agenda Page 5 Nafstad noted that the preliminary plat being considered is not designed with any common interest amenities, open spaces, or utilities. Hudson suggested striking condition 10 in the resolution for approval. Vetsch again would like to see a payment made to the HOA and Couri replied that the City cannot require financial transactions between private parties. Olson inquired if the HOA is stable and Christianson stated the HOA had some storm related issues years ago, but it is now better. Hudson felt there are two issues that are conflated: 1) What to do with the HOA? 2) How to zone the lots? Hendrickson suggested the developer decide what works in the current market. Olson agreed the site cannot yield 29 units. However, he did understand the Planning Commission's merits for recommending denial; Hudson agreed. Couri suggested h the following language be changed in condition 10 to: "The proposed lots of Karston Cove 5' Addition shall not be required to join the Karston Cove Townhorne Association." Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Olson, to approve Resolution 2018-013(Exhibit B) and Ordinance 2018-09 Approving the rezoning of OutlotA Karston Cove 4h Addition and approving the Preliminary Plat for Karston Cove 5 f Addition as amended by the City Attorney. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, and Olson. Nays: Vetsch. Absent: Cocking. MOTIONDECLARED CARRIED. C. Fire 1). Fire Department Update Bullen reported they had four applicants for Reserve Firefighter and he will be scheduling final interviews. He stated the Otsego study is under way and Olson inquired about the overall goal of the study. Bullen reported that is to review fire response times throughout the city prior to having conversation on station locations or before they get a recommendation from the State Fire Marshall's office. Ile stated the Elk River Fire Chief is leaving and that could impact discussions. Bullen reported that the Fire Advisory Committee needs to meet to discuss future capital purchases. He stated they are looking to auction off Engine 12; they originally kept to meet ISO requirements. Bullen reviewed the grants the department has applied for and received. The department would also like to recognize the Albertville Lions for their generous donations to the department. The department is also looking at stones for the Memorial Dedication Ceremony tentatively schedules for September 9. Bullen reported that the First Responders Luncheon is scheduled of May 23 at 10:45 a.m. This year Paul Gonsior was nominated. City Council Meeting Minutes Page 4 Regular Meeting of May 7, 2018 Agenda Page 6 2). Purchase of Turn Out Gear Bullen reported the department received $7,218 from the Albertville Lions Club for turn out gear. The total cost is $18, 165, meaning $10,951 will come from fire capital. He added this is a planned replacement. Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Olson, to authorize the purchase of 7 sets of turnout gear for the Fire Department. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. D. Legal 1). City Attorney Report Olson inquired about the nuisance complaint and asked for a status update. Couri replied the summons was served properly to the owner, and now it is in the court's hand. It may be several months before an order is issued from the court. Olson inquired about safety of staff during the summons and cleanup process. Couri reported he served the papers himself, but clean up would be with a contractor with the presence of the Wright County Sheriff s Office. E. Finance — None F. City Clerk — None G. Public Works/Engineering — None H. Building —None 1. Administration 1). Account Clerk/Administrative Assistant Hiring Staff reported interviews were conducted to replace the position and staff recommends the hiring of Kristie Moseng for the position. Staff anticipates a late May or early June start date. Motioned by Olson, seconded by Vetsch, to approve the hiring of Kristie Moseng for the full-time position of Account Clerk/Administrative Assistant. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 2). Corridors of Commerce 1-94 Funding Nafstad was excited to report the 1-94 expansion project received Corridors of Commerce funding. He felt it would not have happened without the Council's support and lobbying measures. He noted the build will occur in 2020 and CSAR 19 is still scheduled for 2019. Hudson inquired if staff is anticipating continued collaboration with the coalition. Nafstad replied that it seems beneficial for the group to continue to work together. Hudson reported that legislators in Washington D.C. were impressed that cities like Rogers were continuing to work with the coalition even though they received their funding; Olson stated it shows the entities in the coalition are team players. 3). City Administrator's Update City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 Regular Meeting of May 7, 2018 Agenda Page 7 Nafstad reported that Wright County has begun working on the preliminary design for the CSAH 19 additional lanes from the mall to 701h Street NE. Nafstad also reported that he is working on force main easements from CSAH 39 to the Mississippi River. Rather than cash, the property owners may want some type of in-kind improvements. Hendrickson reported that Senator Kiffineyer had put language into a senate bill for funding; she was disappointed however that there were no other public statements made. 9. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings May 8 Planning Commission, CANCELLED May 14 STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m. May 18 Explore Your Parks Night, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Various parks May 21 City Council, 7:00 p.m. May 28 Memorial Day, City Offices Closed May TBD Joint Powers Water Board, 6:00 p.m. June 4 City Council, 7:000 p.m. June 6-10 AFCD June 11 STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m. June 12 Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m. June 18 City Council, 7:00 p.m. June 25 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:00 p.m. Parks Committee, 7:00 p.m. 10. ADJOURNMENT Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Olson, to adjourn the meeting at 9:21 p.m. Ayes: Hendrickson, Cocking, Hudson and Olson. Nays: None. Absent. Vetsch. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Respectfully submitted, Kimberly A. Ho na, City Clerk City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 Regular Meeting of May 7, 2018 Agenda Page 8