2023-06-20 City Council Agenda Packet
City of Albertville Council Agenda
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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 June 5, 2023, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented. 3-6
B. Authorize the Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 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.
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C. Approve a Special Event Permit including a Temporary Liquor License for the Church of
St. Albert’s Annual Parish Festival on September 17, 2023, to be located at St. Albert
Parish Center.
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D. Approve a Lawful Gambling Exempt Permit Application for the Church of St. Albert’s
Annual Parish Festival on September 17, 2023, to be located at St. Albert Parish Center.
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E. Release Letter of Credit No. 163992542, held as security for The Fehn Industrial Park,
conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City being paid in full.
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7. Public Hearing – None
8. Wright County Sheriff’s Office – Updates, reports, etc.
9. Department Business
A. City Council
1. Committee Updates (STMA Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC, etc.)
B. Building – None
C. City Clerk – None
D. Finance – None
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E. Fire – None
F. Planning and Zoning
1. Approve Bravera Bank Expansion
(Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2023-28 approving the site and building plan for the
expansion of Bravera Bank at 11102 57th Street.)
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G. Public Works/Engineering – None
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1. 50th Street Retaining Walls Discussion and Optional Memo of Understanding 27
2. City Administrator’s Update 28-29
10. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
June 26 Joint Power Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
July 4 City Offices closed in observance of the 4th of July
July 10 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
July 11 Planning Commission, 7 pm
July 17 Council Budget Workshop, 6:15 pm
July 17 City Council, 7 pm
11. Adjournment
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
DRAFT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES June 5, 2023 – 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 Cocking, Hayden, Olson and Zagorski.
Staff Present: City Administrator Nafstad, Fire Chief Bullen, City Planner Brixius, City
Attorney Couri, Finance Director Lannes and City Clerk Luedke.
3. Recognitions – Presentations – Introductions – None
4. Public Forum
State Representative Hudson was present and provided a legislative update. He reviewed the bills
that passed that may have an impact on cities which included the family leave act and legalized
adult-use cannabis law. He answered questions from Council regarding the cannabis bill.
There was Council discussion regarding the approved bills and how they may impact Albertville.
The Council thanked State Representative Hudson for the update and his work at the Capital.
5. Amendments to the Agenda
MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to approve
the June 5, 2023, agenda as submitted. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Hayden, Olson and
Zagorski. Nays: None. 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 May 15, 2023, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented.
B. Authorize the Monday, June 5, 2023, 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. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-27 establishing Juneteenth (June 19th) as a 2023 City
observed holiday.
D. Approve a Special Event Permit including a Temporary Outdoor Music Permit for
The 152 Club located at 5794 Main Avenue for the Chad Smith Ride for Life Benefit
event on June 17, 2023.
E. Approve Payment Application No. 2 to Gridor Construction in the amount of
$445,941 for Wastewater System Improvements.
Agenda Page 3
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 2
Regular Meeting of June 5, 2023
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Hayden to approve
the June 5, 2023, Consent Agenda as submitted. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson
and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried.
7. Public Hearing – None
8. Wright County Sheriff’s Office – Updates, reports, etc.
The Wright County Sheriff’s deputy who was present reviewed the incidents that had happened
in the City of Albertville within the past few weeks.
9. Department Business
A. City Council
1. Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board,
FYCC, etc.)
Councilmember Zagorski provided an update from the Joint Powers Water Board meeting which
included a discussion on the large increase in insurance costs and a well pump in need of repair.
Councilmember Cocking answered questions from Council regarding rising insurance costs.
Councilmember Zagorski said he attended the Fire Fighter luncheon and stated it was a very nice
event. He also reported he had attended the STMA Finance Advisory Committee meeting. City
Administrator Nafstad and Councilmember Hayden provided additional information from the
Advisory meeting regarding school funding and mandates.
2. Discussion of Planning Commission Vacancy
City Administrator Nafstad said this item was previously discussed at the May 5 Council
meeting. He reported the City had not received any additional letters of interest since that time
and he answered questions from the Council regarding the vacancy and the letters of interest
already received. City Planner Brixius reported on the upcoming Planning agenda items.
City Clerk Luedke answered questions from Council regarding the advertising of the vacancy
and reported the City received a Parks Committee resignation. She said other cities use a short
application for parties to complete to gather additional information regarding the applicant’s
interests.
The Council discussed the vacancy and the letter of interests already received. The Council’s
consensus was to request a letter of interest and an application that could be presented to the
Council for consideration.
B. Building – None
C. City Clerk
1. Reschedule the Monday, June 19, 2023 City Council Meeting
City Clerk Luedke said the State recently adopted Juneteenth as a recognized holiday. She
reported per State Statute, no government business may be conducted on state observed holidays
therefore City staff recommend rescheduling the Monday June 19, Council meeting to Tuesday,
June 20, 2023.
Agenda Page 4
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 3
Regular Meeting of June 5, 2023
MOTION made by Councilmember Hayden, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to
reschedule the June 19, 2023, City Council meeting to June 20, 2023, at 7 pm due to recently
adopted state recognized holiday. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski.
Nays: None. The motion carried.
2. Set Preliminary 2023 Budget Workshops
City Clerk Luedke said City staff would like to set the 2023 budget workshops to discuss the
2024 preliminary budget. She reported the purposed workshop dates were July 17, August 7 and
August 21 if needed and asked if the Council preferred to meet before or after the regular City
Council meeting. She added in the past, the workshops were set for 6:15 pm.
There was Council discussion regarding the proposed budget workshop dates and the consensus
was to set the workshops for 6:15 pm.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Olson to set
workshops for July 17, August 7 and August 21, 2023, at 6:15 pm to discuss the 2024
preliminary budget. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None.
The motion carried.
D. Finance – None
E. Fire – None
F. Planning and Zoning – None
G. Public Works/Engineering – None
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1. Building Department Service Options Presentation
City Administrator Nafstad reported since the last meeting, the City has contracted with Metro
West to relieve the longer lead times for inspections services, especially at the Kingston Crossing
project. He stated the service has been going very well and Kingston Crossing was appreciative
of the shorter lead times. He said the Personnel Committee met and discussed the issue.
Administrator Nafstad provided an overview of the 2022 construction inspection activity, the
building department revenue and the City’s service options which included the current St.
Michael contract, the use of a consultant service or to hire an in-house building official. He
provided details on each option and answered questions from Council.
There was Council discussion regarding the future of the building inspection services, inspection
lead times, the different service options and the value of having an in-house building inspector.
2. City Administrator’s Update
City Administrator Nafstad reviewed the City administrator’s Update and upcoming City events.
Agenda Page 5
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 4
Regular Meeting of June 5, 2023
Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
June 7-11 2023 Albertville Friendly City Days
June 12 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
June 13 Planning Commission, 7 pm
June 19 City Offices closed in observance of Juneteenth
June 20 City Council, 7 pm (Tuesday)
June 26 Joint Powers Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
July 4 City Offices closed in observance of the 4th of July
10. Adjournment
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, second by Councilmember Hayden to adjourn the
meeting at 8:14 pm. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None.
The motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 6
Mayor and Council Request for Action
June 20, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – FINANCE – PAYMENT OF BILLS
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Authorize the Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 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 Expenses/Vendors (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)
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
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June 20, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CITY CLERK – SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT FOR THE
CHURCH OF ST. ALBERT’S ANNUAL PARISH FESTIVAL
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
the following:
MOTION TO: Approve a Special Event Permit including a Temporary Liquor License for the
Church of St. Albert’s Annual Parish Festival on September 17, 2023, to be located at St. Albert
Parish Center.
BACKGROUND: The Church of St. Albert has applied for a special event permit with an on-
sale temporary liquor license for their annual Parish Festival on September 17, 2023, located at
the St. Albert Parish Center, 11400 57th Street NE, Albertville. The event will be held from 10
am to 5 pm in the Parish Center’s parking lot.
KEY ISSUES:
• This is an annual fund-raising event for the Church and Parish Center.
• This event will mainly be held in the Parish Center’s parking lot and the Church is not
requesting any road closures.
• The organization is requesting to serve alcohol during their Festival and has applied for
an on-sale temporary liquor license .
• The City has received the appropriate liquor liability coverage for the event.
• The $100 fee for a temporary liquor license has been submitted for the event.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There is minimal financial revenue collected from the
applicant for the liquor license.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and City Council have the authority to review and
approve or deny any liquor license.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• The Church of St. Albert‘s special event permit and temporary liquor license applications
are on file in the City Clerk’s office
Agenda Page 8
Mayor and Council Request for Action
June 20, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CITY CLERK – LAWFUL GAMBLING PERMIT FOR THE
CHURCH OF ST. ALBERT’S ANNUAL PARISH FESTIVAL
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Approve a Lawful Gambling Exempt Permit Application for the Church of St.
Albert’s Annual Parish Festival on September 17, 2023, to be located at St. Albert Parish Center.
BACKGROUND: The Church of St. Albert has submitted a Lawful Gambling Permit for their
Parish Festival in the fall. The Church of St. Albert is a non-profit, religious organization that
holds fund-raising events throughout the year. Their application for lawful gambling will allow
them to conduct bingo, raffles, and pull tabs at the festival. The Parish Festival will be held on
September 17, 2023, at the St. Albert Parish Center, located at 11400 57th Street NE.
KEY ISSUES:
• The Church of St. Albert is a qualifying non-profit organization.
• The Parish Festival is an annual fund-raising event for the Church.
• The Minnesota Gambling Control Board ultimately issues this type of license, but
requires City approval prior to issuing the permit.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There is no financial revenue collected from the applicant
for the gambling permit.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: It is the City’s policy to review and approve or deny gambling
permit applications for gambling activity within the City.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
• The Church of St. Albert‘s Lawful Gambling Exempt Permit application is on file in the
City Clerk’s office
Agenda Page 9
Mayor and Council Request for Action
June 20, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – ADMINISTRATION – FEHN COMPANIES – LETTER OF
CREDIT RELEASE
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider
approval of the following motion:
MOTION TO: Release Letter of Credit No. 163992542, held as security for The Fehn Industrial
Park, conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City being paid in full.
BACKGROUND: Gary Fehn has requested a release to the Letter of Credit held for the Fehn
Industrial Park. The Letter of Credit is held as performance and warranty security for certain site
improvements and is currently in the amount of $120,000. To date there are no known
outstanding warrant or repair issues, and the required improvements have surpassed their 2 year
warranty period.
Assuming the Developer is current with all fees owed to the City, it is recommended that Letter
of Credit No.163992542 be released in full.
KEY ISSUES:
• The letter of credit was established to ensure successful completion of improvements
such as ditch grading, watermain construction, landscaping and erosion control. The
required improvements have surpassed the required 2-year warranty period, and there are
no known outstanding issues.
• The release of the LOC is consistent with the terms of the development agreement.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: It is City policy to have all Letter of Credit releases approved
by the City Council
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There are no financial implications for this request.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The City has the legal authority under the development
agreement to release the Letter of Credit upon completion of the warranty period of the required
improvements, or deny requests for releae if the required improvements are found unacceptable.
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Agenda Page 10
Mayor and Council Request for Action
June 20, 2023
SUBJECT: PLANNING – APPROVE BRAVERA BANK EXPANSION
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-28 approving the site and building plan for the
expansion of Bravera Bank at 11102 57th Street.
BACKGROUND: Bravera Holdings Inc., on behalf of Bravera Bank, has requested site and
building plan approval to allow an addition to their existing 6,500 square foot bank building
located at 11102 57th Street NE. Specifically, the applicant wishes to construct a 4,344 square
foot addition on the west side of the bank building in conjunction with the remodeling of the
interior of existing bank space. In total, 10,844 square feet of floor area would result from the
proposed addition.
KEY ISSUES:
• The site is zoned B-2A. Banks are a permitted use within the B-2A zoning district.
• The proposed building addition meets all B-2A district setback requirements.
• The proposed parking layout meets the City’s parking requirements.
• The building design is consistent with the original building and meets the B-2A
architectural standards.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Albertville Planning Commission
reviewed the Bravera Bank site and building plans and recommended that the City Council
approve the site and building plans.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The proposed bank expansion is a private investment in
the City. The building expansion will require the payment of the utility fees and will increase the
taxable value of the property.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The proposed bank expansion meets the City’s zoning
requirements.
Responsible Person: Alan Brixius, City Planner
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• Resolution No. 2023-28
• May 19, 2023, Planning Report
• Bravera Bank Exhibits
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CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-28
RESOLUTION APPROVING A SITE AND BUILDING PLAN AT 11102 57TH NE
WITHIN THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
WHEREAS, the City has received an application for a site and building plan from
Bravera Holdings Inc. for the expansion of the bank at 11102 57th Street NE in Albertville; and
WHEREAS, City Staff has reviewed the site and building plans from Bravera Holdings
Inc. and prepared a Planning Report dated May 19, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Albertville Planning Commission met and reviewed the site and
building plans on June 13, 2023; and
WHEREAS, upon considering the May 19, 2023, Planning Report, presentation by the
City Planner, and the discussion with the applicant, the Planning Commission recommended that
the City Council approve the Bravera Bank site and building plans dated May 9, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Albertville City Council met on June 20, 2023, to consider the Bravera
Bank site and building plans; and
WHEREAS, the Albertville City Council has received the May 19, 2023, Planning
Report, the Planning Commission recommendation, and agrees with the findings and
recommendation of City Staff and the Planning Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Albertville,
Minnesota hereby approves the Bravera Bank site and building plans dated May 9, 2023, for
property at 11102 57th Street NE. with the following conditions:
1. If new exterior lighting is proposed on the site, applicant shall provide a lighting and
photometric plan for the site identifying the location of all freestanding and wall mounted
exterior lights, light fixture details, height of freestanding lights, and light levels across
the site. All lighting shall be 90-degree cutoff fixtures with shielded light source.
2. Grading, drainage, and utility plans shall be subject to review and approval by the City
Engineer.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 20th day of June 2023.
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Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
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NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC.
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4150 Olson Memorial Highway, Ste. 320, Golden Valley, MN 55422 Telephone: 763.957.1100 Website: www.nacplanning.com
PLANNING REPORT:
TO: Adam Nafstad
FROM: Alan Brixius
DATE: May 19, 2023
RE: Albertville - Bravera Bank Site and Building Plan Review
FILE: 163.06 - 23.02
BACKGROUND
Bravera Holdings Inc., on behalf of Bavera Bank, has requested site and building plan
approval to allow an addition to their existing 6,500 square foot bank building located at
11102 57th Street NE. Specifically, the applicant wishes to construct a 4,344 square foot
addition on the west side of the bank building in conjunction with the remodeling of the
interior of existing bank space.
In total, 10,844 square feet of floor area would result from the proposed addition. The
addition is intended to provide additional office space for bank employees. In addition to
the proposed building expansion, the applicant also plans to add 28 off-street parking
stalls upon the site, increasing the parking supply from 37 stalls to 65 stalls.
The subject site measures 2.8 acres in size and is zoned B-2A, Special Business.
Within B-2A Districts, “general offices” are listed as permitted uses.
Attached for reference:
Exhibit A: Existing Conditions
Exhibit B: Demolition Plan
Exhibit C: Site Plan
Exhibit D: Grading, Drainage and Erosion Control Plan
Exhibit E: Utility Plan
Exhibit F: Landscape Plan
Exhibit G: Building Perspectives
Exhibit H: Building Elevations
Exhibit I: Floor Plan
Agenda Page 13
ISSUES AND ANALYSIS
Site Access. The subject site is presently accessed from the east via two points along
LaCentre Avenue NE. The north access point measures 24 feet in width while the south
access point measures 36 feet in width. No changes to the existing curb cut locations
and widths are proposed.
Building Setbacks. The subject site is unique in that it is bordered on the south and
west by public streets and a private street on the east. In this regard, a minimum
building setback requirement of 35 feet is imposed along the public streets and a
minimum of 15 feet from the back of curb from the private street.
As shown below, the proposed building expansion meets applicable B-2A District
setback requirements.
Required Proposed
South Front Yard 35 feet 154 feet
East Side Yard (corner) 15 feet 58 feet
West Side Yard (corner 35 feet 35 feet
North Rear Yard 20 feet 137 feet
Off-Street Parking. As previously indicated, a total of 28 new off-street parking stalls
are proposed on the site. As shown on the submitted site plan, the single loaded
parking lot on the north side of the site is to be expanded to provide additional parking
on the north side of the existing drive aisle. In the southern area of the site, a row of
parking (17 stalls) is proposed on the north side of the existing ATM drive lane.
As shown below, a total of 52 off-street parking stalls are required to accommodate the
expanded bank facility.
Use Ratio Required Stalls
Office
(10,844 gross sf)
(9,760 net sf)
Three stalls, plus at
least one space per
200 net sf
52
In satisfaction of the off-street parking supply requirement, a total of 65 parking stalls
are proposed on the site.
According to American Disability Act (ADA) requirements, a parking lot having between
51 to 71 stalls must provide at least three ADA disability parking spaces. In conformance
with the requirement, three disability stalls are proposed upon the subject site.
All parking areas meet applicable setback requirements. The parking stalls and drive
aisles meet the dimensional requirements of the zoning code.
ATM Island. According to the applicant, the ATM island located in the southeast corner
of the site is to be relocated to serve patrons under the bank teller drive-through
canopy. As a result, the existing proposed east/west ATM drive lane will slightly
reconfigured and serve as a drive aisle for abutting off-street parking spaces.
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The proposed “reuse” of the former ATM lane (as a parking area) will not conflict with
vehicles utilizing the nearby bank teller lanes.
Building Design and Materials. The proposed building addition incorporates many
design elements of the existing bank building such that the “addition” will likely not be
perceived as such. In this regard, the roof design features (gable and hip roof elements
and color), and façade design and materials (and colors) are identical to that of the
existing building.
According to the submitted building elevations, the addition will incorporate sloped
stone corners, stone piers, EIFS (exterior insulating finishing system) and glass. Also, of
note that earthtone colors applied to the addition will match those used on the existing
building.
The exterior finish materials proposed upon the building addition meet applicable
Zoning Code requirements.
Building Height. The proposed building measures 19 feet in height (measured at the
midway point between the eave and roof ridge). This is well within the maximum 35-foot
height requirement imposed in B-2A zoning district.
Trash Handling. A trash/recycling enclosure presently exists in the northeast corner of
the site, on the south side on the north access drive. Appropriately, the enclosure is
screened from view from LaCentre Avenue NE to the east via a several evergreen
plantings.
No changes to the existing trash/recycling enclosure are proposed.
Mechanical Equipment. In review of the submitted site plan and building elevations, it
does not appear that any rooftop mechanical equipment is proposed. Rather, exterior
air conditioning equipment is located near the northeast corner of the existing bank
building.
Such mechanical equipment is located such that it is not visible from surrounding
properties and rights-of-way.
Landscaping. A landscape plan has been submitted for review. (Exhibit F)
The plan calls for a total of 61 new plantings around the perimeter of the building
addition. Such plantings consist of the following:
Quantity
Shrubs 24
Perennials 10
Annuals/perennials 15
Grasses 12
61
Agenda Page 15
Also, of note is that new sod and seed mix are proposed to be located around the
periphery of the stormwater pond (located near the subject site’s northern boundary).
The proposed site planting’s location, number and sizes are considered satisfactory.
The landscape plan proposes a low maintenance turf and a stormwater turf seed mixes
on the north end of the lot and around the storm pond. This turf restoration is
appropriate for this area of the lot.
Lighting. It is unclear if any new lighting is proposed in conjunction with the proposed
building addition. All new lighting, either wall mounted, or freestanding must be
identified on the site plan and details should be provided regarding light location, fixture
type, height of freestanding lights and the photometric light levels across the site. All
lighting shall be 90-degree cutoff fixtures with a shield light source and luminaries must
not extend beyond the 90-degree cutoff. Light levels at the property lines shall not
exceed 1 footcandle.
Signage. According to notes on the submitted plan set, the existing monument sign
located in the southeast corner of the site is to remain in place. It does not appear that
any new freestanding or wall signs are proposed.
Grading, Drainage and Utilities. According to the “Area Summary” included on the
site plan drawing, the amount of impervious surface coverage on the site is to be
increased from 46.9 percent to 55.1 percent.
The site grading, drainage and utility plans be subject to review and approval by the
City Engineer.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the preceding review, Staff recommends site and building plan approval of
the proposed bank addition subject to the following conditions:
1. If new exterior lighting is proposed on the site, applicant shall provide a lighting
and photometric plan for the site identifying the location of all freestanding and
wall mounted exterior lights, light fixture details, height of freestanding lights, and
light levels across the site. All lighting shall be 90-degree cutoff fixtures with
shielded light source.
2. Grading, drainage and utility plans shall be subject to review and approval by the
City Engineer.
cc: Adam Nafstad
Mike Couri
Maeghan Becker
Brian Hutchinson
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MEMO OF UNDERSTANDING
June 8, 2023
This memo of understanding describes the terms and conditions for payment of up
to 50% of the replacement cost by the County for the retaining wall located within
the CSAH 18 right-of-way in the City of Albertville.
1.WHEREAS, the original retaining wall, located on the north side of Highway 18
(at 11580 50th Street NE), was constructed by the City of Albertville when 50th
Street NE was a city street (prior to the county taking jurisdiction in 2007).
2.AND, WHEREAS, The County’s Cost Participation Policy (dated 9/20/2022)
provides for a 50/50 cost split for retaining walls, and the city will take responsible
for ownership and future maintenance/repair of the wall.
3.AND, WHEREAS, the retaining wall is within the prescriptive easement of
Highway 18, along with the city’s sidewalk (which the retaining wall offers support
for).
4.AND, WHEREAS, the city estimates the total cost of the retaining wall project
will be $75,000 (which includes engineering, construction cost, inspection, testing,
etc.).
5.THEREFORE, It is agreed that the City of Albertville will invoice the County for
50% of the project cost for the retaining wall improvements along CSAH 18, after the
work has been completed. The County will reimburse the city for half of the total
project cost in 2024.
6.The City of Albertville will be the sole owner of the new retaining wall,
responsible for all future maintenance, repair/replacement costs.
WRIGHT COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPT. CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
APPROVED: APPROVED:
_____________________________ ______________________________
Virgil Hawkins, P.E. Adam Nafstad,
Wright County Engineer City Administrator
DATE________________________ DATE__________________________
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City Administrator’s Update
June 15, 2023
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
2024 Preliminary Budget Workshops: The 2024 Budget Workshops are set for July 17, August 7
and August 21 (if needed) at 6:15 pm before the regularly scheduled City Council meetings.
Law Enforcement Contract: Wright County cities were invited to meet with Sheriff Deringer
and the County Commissioners last week. At the meeting, we learned of significant price
increases for 2024 contract services, as well as, an added fee for 2023 services. Additionally, the
Sheriff’s Department has drafted a new contract for 2024, which I have asked the City Attorney
to review.
League of Minnesota Cities 2023 Annual Conference: The event will be held on Wednesday,
June 21 through Friday, June 23 in Duluth.
July 3 Council Meeting: A reminder there will not be a Council meeting the first week in July.
Building Inspection Services: We are in the process of writing a job description and position
advertisement for a building official. We will be developing a transition plan with the City of St.
Michael, but are tentatively planning to have the position filled early September.
Parks Committee Vacancy: The City received a resignation notice from Parks member, Larry
Boller, effective June 27 so there will be an opening on the Parks Committee. The City would
like to thank Larry for his service on the Parks Committee.
Planning Commission Vacancy: Since the last Council meeting, staff has drafted a Planning
Commission application which includes additional information regarding the applicant’s
interests, experience and availability. The City has received two applications for the open seat.
Annual Recycling Rate Increase: In 2021, The City negotiated the 5-year contract extension
with Republic Services. Resolution No. 2021-016 approved on March 15, 2021 set the recycling
fees for the five-year period. Beginning June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024, the new recycling
rate will be $4.67.
50th Street Retaining Walls: There are a couple of retaining wall along 50th Street NE (CSAH
18) that need to be replaced. These walls were constructed when 50th Street NE was a city
street and now that the road is under the County’s jurisdiction, funding for repair or
replacement is subject to the County’s cost participation policy. There is one wall in particular
that needs to be replaced sooner than later and I would like to discuss at the meeting.
Code/Zoning Enforcement: The code enforcement regrading illegal land use on Potter’s
property located at the southwest corner of 60th Street NE and Mackenzie Avenue has been
turned over to the City Attorney.
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City Administrator’s Update Page 2 of 2 June 15, 2023
ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS
2023 Street Overlay: The contractor is going to start the project on July 10 and has submitted a
schedule showing the project complete by August 15.
Depot Parking Lot: Construction is underway and we anticipate the project being complete by
mid-July
WWTF Improvements: Modifications to the existing reed bed structures are underway as well
footing work for the new electrical building.
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.
I-94 Gap Project: MnDOT is anticipating 2024 construction and has a consultant working on the
final design. We have a question into MnDOT as to whether a ped bridge at CR 37 can be
included in the project.
County Road 137: The County will be reconstructing 137 in 2024. Staff is working with the
County on options for a trail along 137 and crossing provisions at the 62nd Street intersection.
Upcoming Events:
• June 15 – Opening day of the Albertville Farmer’s Market
• June 16 – FYCC Dueling Piano Event
• June 17 – Chad Smith Ride for Life Event
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