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2021-10-18 City Council Agenda Packet A,lbertville City of Albertville Council Agenda Small Wing.Big City We. Monday, October 18, 2021 City Council Chambers 7 pm PUBLIC COMMENTS-The City of Albertville welcomes and encourages public input on issues listed on the agenda or of general community interest.Citizens wishing to address the Council regarding specific agenda items,other than public hearings,are invited to do so under Public Forum and are asked to fill out a"Request to Speak Card". Presentations are limited to five(5)minutes. 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance—Roll Call Pages 3. Recognitions —Presentations -Introductions 4. Public Forum—(time reserved 5 minutes) 5. Amendments to the Agenda 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. Items pulled will be approved by a separate motion. A. Approve the October 4, 2021, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented. 3-6 B. Authorize the Monday, October 18, 2021,payment of claims as presented, except bills 7 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. Adopt Resolution No. 2021-042 aligning Federal Threshold with those of the Minnesota 8-9 State Bid Laws. D. Approve Final Pay for to Latour Construction, Inc. for Waste Water Treatment Plant and Discharge Improvements amount of$68,218.16. 7. Public Hearing A. Huering Meadows Commons Final Plat Vacation Easement 10-13 • Mayor to open public hearing • Motion to close public hearing (Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-043 vacating easements over lots 2 and 3, Block 1, Huering Meadows Commons Final Plat.) 8. Wright County Sheriff's Office A. Wright County Sheriff Deringer's Presentation 9. Department Business A. City Council 1. Committee Updates (STMA Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC etc) City of Albertville City Council Agenda Monday, October 18, 2021 Page 2 of 2 B. Building—None C. City Clerk—None D. Finance—None E. Fire—None F. Planning and Zoning 14-18 1. Repeal Outdoor Storage as a Principal Use in Commercial and Industrial Zoning Districts (Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2021-13 amending Section 1000.15. B. of the Albertville Zoning Ordinance; repealing outdoor storage as a principal use within Albertville's Commercial and Industrial Zoning Districts.) G. Public Works/Engineering—None H. Legal 1. Discussion of Chuck Maeyaert Property L Administration 1. City Administrator's Update 19-20 10. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings October 25 Joint Powers Water Board, 6 pm Parks Committee, 7 pm November 1 City Council, 7 pm November 2 Election Day for STMA Operating Levy, lam to 8 pm November 8 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm November 9 Planning Commission, 7 pm November 11 City Offices closed in observance of Veterans Day November 15 City Council, 7 pm 11. Adjournment lb£rtvill Sn-1 Town Wing.ft Oty We. ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL DRAFT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES October 4,2021 — 7 pm Council Chambers Albertville City Hall 1. Call to Order Mayor Hendrickson called the meeting to order at 7 pm. 2. Pledge of Allegiance— Roll Call Present: Mayor Hendrickson, Councilmembers Hudson, Olson and Zagorski Absent: Councilmember Cocking Staff Present: City Administrator Nafstad, City Planner Brixius, Chief Bullen, City Attorney Couri, Finance Director Lannes and City Clerk Luedke. 3. Recognitions —Presentations —Introductions —None 4. Public Forum Mr. Mike Potter, 11650 57th Street, said he has been having issues with water building up and not flowing on his property. He requested that City staff come out and have a look at his property. City Administrator Nafstad said that he would have City staff stop by and check out his property. 5. Amendments to the Agenda There were no amendments to the agenda. MOTION made by Councilmember Hudson, seconded by Councilmember Olson to approve the October 4, 2021, agenda as presented. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. The motion 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. Items pulled will be approved by a separate motion. A. Approve the September 20, 2021, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented. B. Authorize the Monday, October 4, 2021, 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. Accept Accounts Receivable Reports. D. Accept 3rd Quarter Budget to Actual Reports. MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Olson to approve the October 4, 2021, Consent Agenda as presented. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. The motion cirrie gen a Page 3 City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 2 Regular Meeting of October 4,2021 7. Public Hearing—None 8. Wright County Sheriff's Office—Updates,reports, etc. The deputy who was present reported that traffic has increased since school has begun and said that the sheriff's department has been monitoring it. 9. Department Business A. City Council 1. Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena,Planning, JPWB,Parks, Fire Board, FYCC) Councilmember Olson provided an update from the Joint Powers Water Board meeting. He reported that the Board approved the purchase of the land adjacent to the Water Treatment Plant facility. He also provided a brief update from the Parks Committee meeting. Public Works Supervisor Guimont provided a Public Works update and said the City skate park would be landscaped soon. He also reported that the Public Works department would be replacing trees that needed to be taken down. City Administrator Nafstad answered questions from Council B. Building—None C. City Clerk—None D. Finance—None E. Fire—None F. Planning and Zoning 1. Kingston Crossing (Previously Huering Meadows Commons) Final Plat and PUD Final Stage City Planner Brixius provided background information on the previously approved Final Plat. He reported that the proposed amendments would reduce the amount of apartment units and create three separate lots on the property so that it could be developed in phases. Mr. Brixius said the public hearing for the easement vacation would be heard at the October 18 City Council meeting and provided the schedule for the project's building phases. City Planner Brixius said City staff recommends adopting the proposed Resolution with an additional condition stating that the approval would be subject to the easement vacation approval on October 18, 2021 and answered questions from Council. Mr. Steve Kuepers, owner, said with the PUD amendment, the project could be developed in phases and reviewed the schedule of building for the project. He answered questions from Council regarding the proposed project layout,parking areas and the exterior lighting. MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Hudson to adopt Resolution No. 2021-040 approving the request of Kuepers Inc. for a PUD amendment to the previously approved Huering Meadows Commons PUD; final plat, and PUD final stage for the project entitled Kingston Crossing as amended. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson and Zagorski.Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. The motion carried. Agenda Page 4 City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 3 Regular Meeting of October 4,2021 1. Kingston Crossing Final Plat and PUD Final Stage- continued City Attorney Couri reviewed the revisions to the Development Agreement and said the changes were consistent with the amended Final Plat. He stated the addition of the traffic signal and proposed road improvements would need to be completed before the occupancy permits would be issued. Mr. Couri reported that there may be some additional exhibits added to the agreement. MOTION made by Councilmember Hudson, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to approve the Planned Unit Development Agreement as presented. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. The motion carried. G. Public Works/Engineering 1. Approve Purchase of Bobcat Small Loader Public Works Supervisor Guimont provided information on the intended use of the Bobcat Loader which included snow removal on City trails and sidewalks. City Administrator Nafstad said the City's Snow Removal Policy assigns snow removal to the residents but in practice, City staff does the snow removal on the neighborhood sidewalks and trails which would be a primary use of this equipment. MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to approve the purchase of a new Bobcat L28 Small Articulated Loader and attachments in the amount of$45,296. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson and Zagorski.Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. The motion carried. H. Legal—None L Administration 1. Adopt Amendments to Title 9, Chapter 4, Private Sewage Disposal Systems and Transfer Authority of Subsurface Sewer Treatment Systems to Wright County City Administrator Nafstad provided background information and explained that the request to transfer the jurisdiction of the Subsurface Sewer Treatment System (SSTS) enforcement to Wright County was from the MPCA. He said that this amendment would be consistent with the City's current practice of SSTS. He added the City was not eliminating the ordinance completely but amending it to remove the regulation and enforcement from the City and transferring it to the County. City Attorney Couri answered questions from Council regarding the process and the regulations. MOTION made by Councilmember Hudson, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to adopt Ordinance No. 2021-12 amending Albertville City Code Title 9, Chapter 4 relating to Private Sewage Disposal Systems and authorize the publication of a summary ordinance. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. The motion carried. MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Hudson to adopt Resolution No. 2021-041 transferring jurisdiction of Subsurface Sewer Treatment Systems (SSTS) in the City of Albertville to Wright County. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. The motion carried. Agenda Page 5 City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 4 Regular Meeting of October 4,2021 L Administration -continued City Administrator Nafstad provided a brief update from the previous Council meeting in which MnDOT had attended. He said the City had not heard back from MnDOT yet regarding the turn lane but said he had discussed the issue with Wright County. He said he would continue to work on the issue and answered questions from Council. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings October 11 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm October 12 Planning Commission, 7 pm October 18 City Council, 7 pm October 25 Joint Powers Water Board, 6 pm Parks Committee, 7pm November 1 City Council, 7pm November 2 Election Day for STMA Operating Levy, 7 am to 8 pm 10. Adjournment MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, second by Councilmember Hudson to adjourn the meeting at 7:52 pm. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking. The motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk Agenda Page 6 �lbcrtviljc Mayor and Council Request for Action I f October 18, 2021 SUBJECT: CONSENT—FINANCE—PAYMENT OF BILLS RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION TO: Authorize the Monday, October 18, 2021, payment of the claims as presented except the bills specifically pulled, which are passed by separate motion. The claims listing has been provided to Council as a separate document. The claims listing is available for public viewing at City Hall upon request. BACKGROUND: The City processes claims on a semi-monthly basis. The bills are approved through their respective departments and administration and passed onto the City Council for approval. KEY ISSUES: • Account codes starting with 810 are STMA Arena ExpensesNendors (bolded) and key issues will be presented in the claims listing document. POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: It is the City's policy to review and approve payables on a semi-monthly basis. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: City staff has reviewed and recommends approval of payments presented. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to approve all bills pursuant to Minnesota State Law, which requires all bills to be paid in a timely manner, generally within 30 days unless one party determines to dispute the billing. Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD Attachment: • List of Claims (under separate cover) Agenda Page 7 �lbcrtviljc Mayor and Council Request for Action I f October 18, 2021 SUBJECT: CONSENT—FINANCE—ALIGN FEDERAL THRESHOLDS WITH THOSE OF MINNESOTA STATE BID LAWS RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION TO: Adopt Resolution No. 2021-042 aligning Federal Thresholds with those of Minnesota State Bid Laws. BACKGROUND: The City of Albertville has received Federal American Rescue Plan Funds (ARPA Funds). When federal funds are received, the code of the federal regulations micro- purchase thresholds is currently set at$10,000. Under the non-federal entity micro-purchase, it allows entities to establish a threshold higher than the $10,000, but not to exceed $50,000. These thresholds set the amount in which multiple bids/quotes must be submitted prior to purchases with the use of federal funds. It is recommended by several audit firms to annually align the federal thresholds with the Minnesota state bid laws, which is currently at $25,000. KEY ISSUES: • With the receipt of American Rescue Plan Act Funds (ARPA Funds),this change in setting the federal threshold for spending will reduce the requirement of requiring multiple bids/quotes for purchases exceeding the $10,000 up to $25,000. • Allows the use of federal funds to be consistent with current purchase practices for the City of Albertville using the Minnesota state bid law of$25,000. POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council has the authority to set the City's purchase practices. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Allows the ability to spend the ARPA Funds and any federal funds without additional quotes required at$10,000 up to $25,000. Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD Attachment: • Resolution No. 2021-042 Agenda Page 8 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO.2021-042 A RESOLUTION ALIGNING FEDERAL THRESHOLD WITH THOSE OF NIINNESOTA STATE BID LAWS WHEREAS, The City of Albertville has received Federal American Rescue Plan Funds (ARPA Funds); and WHEREAS,when federal funds are received, the federal threshold regulations are currently set at$10,000. Under the non-federal entity micro-purchase thresholds, it allows Cities to establish a threshold higher than the $10,000, but not to exceed $50,000; and WHEREAS,these thresholds set the amount in which multiple bids/quotes must be submitted prior to purchases with the use of Federal Funds; and WHEREAS,with the City's receipt of ARPA Funds, this change in setting the federal threshold for spending would reduce the requirement of obtaining multiple bids or quotes for purchases exceeding $10,000 up to $25,000; and WHEREAS,this change would allow the use of Federal Funds to be consistent with the current purchase practices for the City of Albertville using the Minnesota State Bid Law of $25,000. NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,the City Council of the City of Albertville hereby approves aligning Federal Thresholds with those of the Minnesota State Bid Laws. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 18th day of October, 2021. Jillian Hendrickson,Mayor ATTEST: Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk Agenda Page 9 �lbcrtvillc Mayor and Council Request for Action October 18, 2021 SUBJECT: PLANNING—PUBLIC HEARING—HUERING MEADOWS COMMONS FINAL PLAT VACATION EASEMENT RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION TO: Adopt Resolution No. 2021-043 vacating easements over lots 2 and 3, Block 1, Huering Meadows Commons Final Plan. BACKGROUND: Huering Meadows Commons Final Stage PUD and Final plat were approved by City Council on March 16, 2020. With this Final Plat, easements were recorded over lots 2 and 3, Block 1, Huering Meadows Commons for drainage, utilities,private share access and parking to accommodate the proposed multiple family development. In 2021, the project was taken over by Kuepers Inc. and they filed an application for a PUD amendment entitled Kingston Crossing, which modified the site and building plans. The revised Kingston Crossing PUD amendment was approved by City Council on October 4, 2021. The vacation of the Huering Meadows Commons easements is necessary to allow for the Kingston Crossing construction plans to move forward. New easements will be established and recorded with the recording of the Kingston Crossing Final Plat. KEY ISSUES: • The proposed vacated easements are all contained within Lots 2 and 3, Block 1, Huering Meadows Commons Final Plat and do not serve any adjoining properties. The proposed vacated easements no longer serve a public purpose; with the approval and recording of the Kingston Crossing Final Stage PUD and Final Plat, new easements specific to the Kingston Crossing Final Stage PUD will be established. • Utility Services. No utility services are within this vacated portion of the easement according to the City Engineer. • Drainage. The drainage patterns within the block have been altered with the Kingston Crossing PUD approval. The proposed vacated easements do not match the approved site grading and drainage plan. New replacement easements will be established with the recording of the Kingston Crossing Final Plat. The City Engineer shall review and approve all new easement locations,width and configurations prior to the recording of the Kingston Crossing Final Plat. POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with State Law, a public notice was published, and a public hearing was held on October 18, 2021 by the City Council for the vacate easement application. Agenda Page 10 Mayor and Council Request for Action—October 18,2021 Planning-Huering Meadows Commons Easement Vacation Page 2 of 2 FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The applicant shall be responsible for all costs associated with the vacate easement application. There are no significant financial issues related to the vacate easement application LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with Council procedures,the Mayor and Council have the authority to approve the application and grant the vacate drainage and utility easement, which requires a majority vote of the City Council and becomes effective upon publication. Department/Responsible Person: Alan Brixius, City Planner Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD Attachments: • Resolution No. 2021-043 • Exhibit A - Easement Vacation Exhibit Agenda Page 11 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT RESOLUTION NO. 2021-043 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE VACATION OF EASEMENTS ON LOTS 2 AND 3,BLOCK 1,HUERING MEADOWS COMMONS FINAL PLAT WITHIN THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE WHEREAS,the City Council,pursuant to a petition submitted to it by Kuepers Inc.; under Minnesota Statute §412.851, did hold a public hearing on October 18, 2021 at 7 pm at the Albertville City Hall. At said time and place, the City Council heard all interested parties on whether to vacate easements described in Exhibit A of this resolution; and WHEREAS, all notice requirements of Minnesota Statute §412.851 have been satisfied; and WHEREAS,the City Council finds and determines that it is in the public's interest to vacate those portions of the easements described on attached Exhibit A as such easements are no longer required by the City. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of City of Albertville, Wright County,Minnesota does hereby order as follows: That the easements described in Exhibit A of this resolution is hereby vacated. The City Clerk is directed to file a certified copy of this Order in the records of the City and a "Notice of Completion of Proceeding"with the Office of the Wright County Auditor and Recorder. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 18th day of October, 2021. Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor ATTEST: Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk Agenda Page 12 COMMONS- TO BE VACATED 1 fi r ti:, :•,' ;`.,1 �1Et�1QTES EASEMENT DEDICATEL IN THE PLAT GE HEURING MEADOWS. (TO BE VACATED) r F = t ✓ � 1`r,r y i.•/ r r: - � r fr r �r / ri,` rrr/ ri't L 14 II i \j L- LI LJ IFcc) f f / t f %)ED S Tom}t-�T L try \V ti r-"V r I T7 e—,T u .J t L.`—i f i '1 `t l d I V! I�r'—t , v v .� 0 150 .300 E4SEMENTS T BE VACATED Vaccte all drainage and utility easements lying within Lot 2, Block t HEURING MEADOWS COMMONS, which GRAPHIC SCALE IN FEE, Bove been dedicated in HEURING MEADOWS and HEURING MEADOWS COMMONS, according to the recorded plats thereof, Wright County Minnesota. DATE; 08Z 1 6I2021 DRAWN SY: AAN FILE NO- 21 339 �lbcrtvillc Small Town Wag.iNg City Lft. Mayor and Council Request for Action October 18, 2021 SUBJECT: PLANNING—REPEAL OUTDOOR STORAGE AS A PRINCIPAL USE IN COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICTS RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following motion: MOTION TO: Adopt Ordinance No. 2021-13 amending Section 1000.15. B. of the Albertville Zoning Ordinance; repealing outdoor storage as a principal use within Albertville's Commercial and Industrial Zoning Districts. BACKGROUND: Currently, Section 1000.15. B. allows outdoor storage within the City's commercial and industrial zoning districts as both a principal and accessory use of a property by a Conditional Use Permit. As a principal use of a lot, the outdoor storage may occur without a building occupying the same site. In staff's review, allowing an outdoor storage yard as a principal use of a lot; does not contribute to the City's comprehensive land use or economic development goals for the following reasons: 1. Outdoor storage without a principal building on a lot does not contribute to the City tax base. 2. Outdoor Storage without a principal building or business on the site does not generate local job opportunities. 3. Outdoor storage without a principal building and an active business on the site can become an unmanaged site creating issues for appearance and code enforcement. For the aforementioned reasons, Staff is recommending repealing outdoor storage as a principal use. The code change still allows outdoor storage as an accessory use to an industry or business on the site. POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with State Law, a public notice was published and a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on October 12, 2021, to consider the zoning code text amendment. The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve the zoning text amendment. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There are no significant financial issues related to the zoning text amendment. The City shall be responsible for all costs associated with any enforcement related to the zoning text amendment. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with Council procedures, the Mayor and Council have the authority to amend the City Zoning Code, which requires a majority vote of the City Council and becomes effective upon publication. Agenda Page 14 Mayor and Council Request for Action—October 18, 2021 Planning -Repeal Outdoor Storage in Certain Zoning Districts Page 2 of 2 Department/Responsible Person: Alan Brixius, City Planner Submitted Through:Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD Attachments: • Ordinance No. 2021-13 • Planning Report dated October 7, 2021 Agenda Page 15 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 2021-13 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A, SECTION 1000.15 B OUTSIDE STORAGE, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL USES OF THE ALBERTVILLE MUNICIPAL CITY CODE,REPEALING OUTDOOR STORAGE AS A PRINCIPAL USE IN COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICTS The City Council of the City of Albertville,Minnesota hereby ordains: Section 1. Section 1000.15 B. of the Albertville Zoning Code is hereby amended as follows: Section 1000.15. B. Except as allowed by district use provisions, outside storage of equipment, materials and inventory as an pfineipal of accessory use for commercial and industrial uses shall require a conditional use permit subject to the provisions of chapter 400 of this ordinance. In addition, all nonresidential outside storage shall conform to the following conditions: Section 2. This Ordinance shall be effective upon its passage and publication according to law. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 18th day of October, 2021. Jillian Hendrickson,Mayor ATTEST: Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk Agenda Page 16 NORTHWEST ASSOCIATID OOMSUII.TANTS, IN(C.. 4150 Olson Memorial Highway, Ste. 320, Golden Valley, MN 55422 Telephone: 763.957.1100 Website: www.nacplanning.com MEMORANDUM: TO: Adam Nafstad FROM: Alan Brixius DATE: October 7, 2021 RE: Zoning Code Amendment — Outdoor Storage Principal Use FILE NO: 163.05 21 .07 PROPERTY ADDRESS: City Wide BACKGROUND. The Planning Commission and City Council is requested to consider the attached zoning text amendment that would limit outdoor storage within the commercial and industrial zoning districts to an accessory use. ANALYSIS Currently Section 1000.15 B reads as follows. B. Except as allowed by district use provisions, outside storage of equipment, materials and inventory as a principal or accessory use for commercial and industrial uses shall require a conditional use permit subject to the provisions of chapter 400 of this ordinance. In addition, all nonresidential outside storage shall conform to the following conditions: This provision allows outdoor storage as a principal use by conditional use permit within the City's Commercial and Industrial zoning district. As a principal use of a lot the outdoor storage may occur without a building occupying the site. In staff review, allowing an outdoor storage yard as a principal use does not contribute to the City's comprehensive land use or economic development goals for the following reasons. 1 . Outdoor storage without a principal building on a lot does not contribute to the City tax base. 2. Outdoor Storage without a principal building or business on the site, does not generate local job opportunities. Agenda Page 17 3. Outdoor storage without a principal building and an active business on the site can become an unmanaged site creating issues for appearance and code enforcement. The proposed change would just eliminate outdoor storage as principal use of the lot. The Code will still allow outdoor storage as an accessory use to an approved commercial or industrial business. AVA is an example of outdoor storage as an accessory use. CONCLUSION The attached proposed amendment is recommended by staff for approval. Planning Commission is asked to review the amendment and provide recommendation to the City Council. Cc. Maeghan Becker Kris Luedke Mike Couri 1 Agenda Page 18 .A\1bcrtvi11- City Administrator's Update Small Town Living.Big CRy LIFe. October 14, 2021 GENERAL ADMINISTRATION Ambulance Service: Last week Chief Bullen and I met with Alina Health's Operations manager to review calls and discuss AFD's growing call volumes. Alina was very committed to working on strategies to ensure calls were being dispatched to the appropriate responding unit. Allina is also going to work on dedicating more truck time to the Albertville area. Absentee Voting for STMA Levy Election: Absentee voting for the November Election continues through Monday, November 1 with direct balloting beginning on Tuesday, October 26. Residents can continue to vote absentee in-person at the STMA District Office or through the mail by completing a 2021 Minnesota Absentee Ballot Application and submitting it to Wright County Elections. Voting on Election Day: On November 2, the polling location for the STMA Levy Election is the STMA Middle School West, 11343 50th Street NE. The polls will be open from 7 am to 8 pm. STMA Ice Arena: It is expected the lease between Hat Trick Hockey and the Arena will be executed later this week. Additionally, in conjunction with the Hat Trick renovation, it is understood STMA YHA will be moving ahead with construction of a dryland facility above the Hat Trick space. The draft lease for STMA YHA is currently being reviewed by the Arena Board. Ice Arena Shift Supervisor: The selected applicant declined the position and the City is working to fill the position. Joint Governance Meeting: The next Joint Governance meeting is scheduled for Nov. 30. Please let me know if Council sees a need to hold the meeting. ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS Lift Station Upgrades: Public Works is working on 4 lift station upgrades. Generally, upgrades are related to control panels and electrical components. Eligible expenses can be paid with ARPA funds otherwise are paid with enterprise capital reserves. The Preserve at Albertville: Mass grading and utility work are underway. The Developer is working towards completing at least a portion, if not all, of the roads yet this fall. Agenda Page 19 Advanced Volumetric Alliance: Karmen Avenue utilities have been installed and the curb and gutter was poured this week. Base course paving is expected within the next week. Skate Park/Basketball Court: Public Works crews completed the landscaping and plantings this week and installed the basketball hoop poles. If weather permits, yet this fall trees will be planted on the south side of the basketball court. Next year the basketball court and wall facing Lander will be painted. Barthel Industrial Drive: We are beginning the preliminary engineering and surveying on Barthel Industrial Drive in preparation for a 2022 project. This project will largely be funded by the 2020 LRIP funds. City Administrator's Update Page 2 of 2 October 14, 2021 Agenda Page 20