2015-09-08 CC Agenda Packet
City of Albertville Council Agenda
TUESDAY, September 8, 2015
City Council Chambers
7:00 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.
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Meeting Date: September 8, 2015
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance – Roll Call
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.
These items will be approved by a separate motion.
A. Approve the August 3, 2015 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented (pgs 4-
7)
B. Approve the August 3, 2015 City Council workshop meeting minutes as presented (pgs
8-10)
C. Authorize the Tuesday, September 8, 2015 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 (pg 11)
D. Approve a Major Temporary Outdoor Music Permit for the 152 Club, Inc. for
September 26, 2015 located at 5794 Main Avenue NE (pgs 12-16)
E. Approve a One-Day Temporary 3.2% Malt Liquor License for the Church of St.
Albert’s Annual Parish Festival to be held on October 11, 2015 and Approve the
Closure of Lander Ave NE between the Church of St. Albert and the Parish Center (pgs
17-20)
7. Public Hearings – None
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8. Department Business
A. City Council
1). Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board,
FYCC, etc.)
2). Draft Planning Commission Minutes (pgs 20-24) – Information Only
B. Finance
1). 2016 Preliminary Budget and Property Tax Levy (pgs 25-30)
• (Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2015-031 adopting the 2015 Tax Levy
Collectible in 2016.)
• (Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2015-032 adopting the 2016 Budget)
2). Set the Truth in Taxation Meeting for December 7, 2015
C. Fire
1). Fire Update (pg 31)
2). Volunteer Fire Department Ordinance Amendments (pgs 32-35)
(Motion to Approve Ordinance No. 2015-08 entitled An Ordinance Amending
Title 6, Public Safety, Chapter 1, Volunteer Fire Department of the Albertville
Municipal Code.)
D. Planning/Zoning
E. City Clerk - None
F. Public Works/Engineering – None
G. Building – None
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1). City Administrator’s Update (pgs 35-36)
9. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
September 10 Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m.
September 14 STMA Ice Arena, 6:00 p.m.
September 21 City Council, 7:00 p.m.
September 28 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:30 p.m.
Parks Committee, 8:00 p.m.
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October 5 City Council, 7:00 p.m.
October 12 STMA Ice Arena, 6:00 p.m.
October 13 Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m.
October 19 City Council, 7:00 p.m.
October 26 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:30 p.m.
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OCTOBER
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10. Adjournment
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City Council Meeting Minutes Page 1
Regular Meeting of August 17, 2015
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, August 17, 2015
DRAFT MINUTES
ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL 7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hendrickson called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Hendrickson and Council members Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch
Absent: None
Others Present: City Administrator-PWD Adam Nafstad, City Attorney Mike Couri, Finance
Director Tina Lannes, Fire Chief Eric Bullen, Water/Wastewater Supervisor John Middendorf,
Public Works Supervisor Tim Guimont, and City Clerk Kimberly Olson
3. RECOGNITIONS – PRESENTATIONS – INTRODUCTIONS – None
4. PUBLIC FORUM – (time reserved 5 minutes)
5. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
Nafstad added Tort Liability Insurance Renewal as Item D1 under Finance.
Guimont added Signs as Item F1 under Public Works.
Motioned by Hendrickson, seconded by Olson, to approve the agenda as amended. Ayes:
Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION
DECLARED CARRIED.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City staff and will be
enacted by one motion. In the event an item is pulled, it will be discussed in the order it is
listed on the Consent agenda following the approval of the remaining Consent items. These
items will be approved by a separate motion.
A. Approve the August 3, 2015 regular City Council meeting minutes as presented
B. Approve the August 3, 2015 workshop City Council meeting minutes as presented
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DRAFTCity Council Meeting Minutes Page 2
Regular Meeting of August 17, 2015
C. Authorize the Monday, August 17, 2015 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
Motioned by Olson, seconded by Vetsch, to approve the consent agenda as presented. Ayes:
Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Abstain: Hendrickson. Absent: None.
MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS – None
8. DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
A. City Council
1). Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, etc.)
Fire Board
Sorensen reported he attended the Fire business meeting. He reported that in 2016 the business
meetings will meet quarterly rather than monthly.
Planning Commission
Hudson reported the Commission discussed the Finken request for shed sales on their property. He
stated that Finken had not been present at the meeting so the Commission was unable to inquire of
the applicant their vision of the sales site. He stated that the City Planner would be following up
with Finken Water to see if they will be able to meet the current performance standards in the Code.
B. Planning/Zoning
1). Corner Lot Setbacks For Side Yards Abutting a Street
Nafstad stated this request was initiated by a resident’s request to expand their garage on their corner
lot. The R-1A and R-2 zoning districts have a thirty (30) yard setback for side yard and the request
is to reduce that side yard setback for yards abutting a street be reduced to twenty (20) feet. He
mentioned the other residential single family home districts (R-1 and R-3) have the twenty (20) yard
side yard setback and staff feels that would also be appropriate for the remaining single family
districts of R-1A and R-2. Sorensen commented that he believed the reduced setback would not
negatively impact neighboring properties. Olson inquired if this would also apply for accessory
buildings and Nafstad replied it would.
Motioned by Vetsch, seconded by Sorensen, to approve Ordinance 2015-07 Amending Section
3250.6 (Lot Requirements and Setbacks) of Chapter 3250 (R-1A Residential Low Density Single-
Family District) and Section 3400.5 (Lot Requirements And Setbacks) of Chapter 3400 (R-2
Residential Single-and Two-Family District) in Appendix A (Zoning Ordinance) of the 2005
Albertville Municipal City Code, Relating To Corner Lot Side Yard Setback Regulations. Ayes:
Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION
DECLARED CARRIED.
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DRAFTCity Council Meeting Minutes Page 3
Regular Meeting of August 17, 2015
C. Fire – None
D. Finance
1). Tort Liability Insurance Renewal
Lannes said that it is time for renewal and generally the City has waived the statutory liability limit
of $500,000, which allows a claimant to claim up the City’s policy limit.
Motioned by Sorensen, seconded by Hendrickson, to waive the Statutory tort liability limit of
$500,000 up to the extent of the insurance coverage the City acquires from LMCIT and not
beyond. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None.
MOTIONED DECLARED CARRIED.
E. City Clerk – None
F. Public Works/Engineering
1). Signs
Guimont reported they replaced the street signs on Main Avenue NE and have a number of old signs.
He inquired if the signs could be sold for a fundraiser for possibly FYCC. Council was supportive
of the idea. Guimont stated he is also saving some of the signs for the caboose in Central Park.
Nafstad stated that cities are required to have a sign replacement policy that also addresses retro
reflectivity, and staff will be updating the city’s policy this winter.
G. Building – None
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1). City Administrator’s Update
Nafstad reported there is an I-94 Coalition/Tom Emmer event on August 20.
Nafstad reported that the Spring Clean Up Day was successful again this year.
Nafstad also reported that he met with a lobbyist regarding potential services, but that will be
dependent on budget discussions.
9. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND/OR UPCOMING MEETINGS
August 24 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:30 p.m.
September 7 City Offices Closed, Labor Day
September 8 City Council, 7:00 p.m.
September 14 STMA Ice Arena Board, 6:00 p.m.
*September 10 Planning Commission, 7:00 p.m.–DATE CHANGE, THURSDAY
September 21 City Council, 7:00 p.m.
September 28 Joint Powers Water Board, 6:30 p.m.
Parks Committee, 8:00 p.m.
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Regular Meeting of August 17, 2015
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
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10. ADJOURNMENT
Motioned by Hudson, seconded by Sorensen, to adjourn the meeting at 7:27 p.m. Ayes:
Hendrickson, Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch. Nays: None. Absent: None. MOTION
DECLARED CARRIED.
Respectfully submitted,
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Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, August 17, 2014
DRAFT MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hendrickson called the meeting to order at 7:28 p.m.
Present: Mayor Hendrickson and Council members Hudson, Olson, Sorensen, and Vetsch
Absent: None
Others Present: City Administrator-PWD Adam Nafstad, Finance Director Tina Lannes, City
Attorney Mike Couri, Fire Chief Eric Bullen, Water/Wastewater Supervisor John Middendorf,
Public Works Supervisor Tim Guimont, and City Clerk Kimberly Olson
2. 2016 BUDGET DISCUSSION
Nafstad reported staff would like the preliminary budget and levy to be approved at the
September 8, 2015 City Council meeting.
Nafstad distributed a budget memo dated 8/13/15 and reported that at the previous workshop
Council discussed increased funding for certain items such as economic development and
lobbying, STMA Ice Arena capital for equipment repair and additional reserves for a possible
second sheet, and pavement management.
Nafstad also discussed the balance of the capital reserves fund. Nafstad noted that the excess
balance could be redesignated and possible uses of the excess reserves, based on feedback from
Council Members, could include park improvements (Central Park Master Plan items),
replacement of the electronic City monument sign (LED dual-sided display), and transportation
(CSAH 19, local roads, or interchanges). Nafstad stated a decision on redesignating the excess
reserves in not needed tonight or prior to approving the preliminary budget, provided use of the
funds does not impact the 2016 budget. Lannes reported that she needs to know what funds the
excess reserves should be placed in by December before she does the transfer at year end.
Electronic Sign Discussion: Hendrickson stated she can’t see spending a lot of money on the
sign. Sorensen inquired about the requests for messages on the sign and Nafstad replied there
are a good number of requests each month. Sorensen felt it looks bad when driving into town.
Lannes stated that it is used significantly by non-profits and Sorensen stated the City posts
messages as well.
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City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2
Workshop Meeting of August 17, 2015
Sorensen and Olson stated their support for city sign. Sorensen inquired if it would be part of the
2016 budget and Lannes said it could be purchased outright in 2015 if that is what Council
decides to move forward with. Nafstad stated that they do need to consider the life of the sign
and future replacement costs.
Hudson inquired about park improvements, if there has been any consideration of improvements
other than a splash pad. Nafstad replied previous discussion has included trails, playground
equipment and mulch replacement, and the depot.
Hudson inquired if the excess reserves could be used to maintain a flat levy this year and Lannes
replied that would mean the next budget season would be at least double the staff recommended
levy of this year (at least 7%) if there are not cuts to operations. Nafstad stated that it would be
slightly different if the dollars were to pay down debt. Olson stated that because they would
have to fund a full year of the new public works employee and increased law enforcement
coverage rather than a half a year as an in 2015, the Council knew they would be looking at least
at a 2-3% increase this time.
Vetsch inquired what it would take to get to 2.99% and Lannes replied they would need to
reduce the budget by $15,000. Olson stated he does not want to go over 5%, but would like to
see an increase in COLA and annual funding for a second sheet and/or arena improvements.
Hendrickson stated that she feels it would be responsible of them to set aside money aside for
arena future improvements giving the example of the large cost each entity had to pay for the
dehumidification project. Council discussed future arena and wastewater treatment facility
improvement costs. Lannes stated the point of capital reserves is to not have to bond for smaller
purchases.
Hendrickson would like to see more funding for economic development and lobbying resources.
She inquired if it is not used, if it could be used for arena or wastewater treatment facility future
improvements. Lannes explained that if the additional funding is put into operations and there
are unexpected expenses, the money will not be there at the end of the year to transfer out to
capital. She stated that is the “use it or possibly lose it” scenario; however, if the funds are put
into capital, they can be taken directly back out.
Council asked to see how the levy was affected if certain items were added/removed and Lannes
was able to show the percentages for each request.
Vetsch asked to see what the impact is on residential and commercial taxpayers for several levy
percentage scenarios. Lannes provided the City portion only of taxes for each type of property.
Council discussed the reductions done in years past to pavement management and Lannes stated
they are still trying to get back to where they were in 2004.
Hudson stated he did not want an increase higher than 4.99%. He would also support the 3.42%
increase, but 4.99% would be the ceiling for him. Hendrickson agreed and Olson stated he
didn’t want anything over 5%. Vetsch would like to keep the increase to no more than 2.99%.
Sorensen would support 3.5%.
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City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3
Workshop Meeting of August 17, 2015
Nafstad stated the September approval of the budget and levy is preliminary and it can be
reduced before the final approval in December. However, they cannot increase it, so it would be
best to come in September with the highest percentage Council can support and revisit the
discussion prior to the approval in December. Olson stated he did not want to go lower than
3.5% as that seems they would be going backwards. Sorensen stated that homeowners may see
their property values go up, but Nafstad stated that commercial properties may see theirs go
down.
Hendrickson suggested that they revisit the discussion at the first meeting in November.
3. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________________
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
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September 3, 2015
SUBJECT: CONSENT - FINANCE – PAYMENT OF BILLS
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Authorize the Tuesday, September 8, 2015 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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September 3, 2015
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CITY CLERK – TEMPORARY OUTDOOR MUSIC PERMIT
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Approve a Major Temporary Outdoor Music Permit for the 152 Club, Inc. for
September 26, 2015 located at 5794 Main Avenue NE.
BACKGROUND: The City Council revised its Temporary Outdoor Music ordinance in 2013.
The revision more clearly defined the definitions of both a Major and Minor Temporary Outdoor
Music Permit and the requirements that must be met for each type of permit.
The applicant, Trish Holm of 152 Club, Inc., has applied for one (1) Major Temporary Outdoor
Music Permit for September 26, 2015. A Major Temporary Outdoor Music Permit must meet
the following requirements:
1. Any person, organization, and/or entity shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) major
permits per year. No commercial property shall host more than three (3) major events in
a calendar year.
2. The permit applicant must pay a permit fee as set by the City Council by resolution and
provide information and/or a plan(s) that demonstrates that the site event will comply
with the performance standards of this code.
3. The permit applicant must demonstrate that there will be adequate sanitary facilities for
the event.
4. The permit applicant must demonstrate that there will be adequate security and fencing to
control access to the event at the location of the outdoor musical performance.
5. The permit applicant must have sufficient off-street parking. The music event shall not
occupy required parking for the principal use of the site.
6. The major outdoor musical performance must not interfere with other commercial and
governmental activities or with the quiet enjoyment of residential property.
7. The stage, performers, speakers and amplifiers are located three hundred feet (300’) from
any residence located in a residential zoning district.
8. The stage, speakers, and amplifiers are arranged in a design and manner that does not
directly broadcast music at or toward a residence within three hundred feet (300’) of the
stage.
9. Major outdoor music events shall be allowed between May 15th and October 15th and the
live outdoor musical performance shall only occur on the dates and during the hours
designated by the City Council.
10. Major outdoor music events shall not perform beyond 12:00 midnight.
11. The volume of the outdoor musical performance must be reasonable. The permit holder
shall comply with all requests of the Sheriff’s Department to reduce volumes to mitigate
nuisance complaints.
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Mayor and Council Request for Action – September 8, 2015
Consent - City Clerk – 152 Club, Inc. Outdoor Music Event Page 2 of 2
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12. Failure to abide by these standards or the receipt of nuisance complaints may be grounds
for denial of future major outdoor musical permits for the property.
The applicant has previously held both Major and Minor Temporary Outdoor Music Permits and
is familiar with the requirements that must be met.
KEY ISSUES:
• The applicant has paid the appropriate fee.
• The applicant has submitted a site plan showing the location of speakers, fencing and
security, and has indicated adequate sanitary facilities as well as parking.
• The September 26, 2015 event is the applicant’s annual Oktoberfest Celebration and
music will be played from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and again from 8:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m.
• The applicant has indicated they will abide by the noise requirements.
• Failure to abide by the standards or the receipt of nuisance complaints may be grounds
for denial of future Major Outdoor Musical Permits.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and City Council have the
authority to approve or deny any Temporary Outdoor Music Permit.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There is minimal financial revenue collected from the
applicant for the liquor license.
Responsible Person/Department: Kimberly Olson, City Clerk
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments: Temporary Outdoor Music Application
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
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September 1, 2015
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CITY CLERK – ONE-DAY TEMPORARY 3.2% MALT LIQUOR LICENSE
FOR THE CHURCH OF ST. ALBERT’S ANNUAL PARISH FESTIVAL AND LANDER AVE NE STREET
CLOSURE
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
the following:
MOTION TO: Approve a One-Day Temporary 3.2% Malt Liquor License for the Church of St.
Albert’s Annual Parish Festival to be held on October 11, 2015 and Approve the Closure of
Lander Ave NE between the Church of St. Albert and the Parish Center.
BACKGROUND: The Church of St. Albert is requesting a One-Day Temporary 3.2% Malt
Liquor License for their annual Parish Festival. The Festival will be held on Sunday, October
11, 2015 and proceeds will be used to help fund the Parish Center’s operating costs. The hours
of the event will be 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
In addition, the applicant has requested that Lander Avenue NE be blocked off between the
Church and the Parish Center for safety reasons between the hours of 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
KEY ISSUES:
• The Church of St. Albert has submitted the correct application and fee for a One-Day
Temporary 3.2% Malt Liquor License.
• Sale of the 3.2% malt liquor will occur on the grounds of the Parish Center.
• This is an annual event for the Church and Parish Center.
• The City Engineer has reviewed the request for the street closure and finds no issues.
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/Department: Kimberly Olson, City Clerk
Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments: Temp. 3.2% Malt Liquor License Application
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ALBERTVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
DRAFT MINUTES
ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL 7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER – ROLL CALL – ADOPT AGENDA
Chair Klecker called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Brixius conducted roll call.
Present: Chair Klecker and Commissioners Dominick and Lindberg
Absent: Commissioners Barthel and Edgren
Others Present: City Planner Alan Brixius
Motioned by Dominick, seconded by Lindberg, to approve the agenda as presented. Ayes:
Klecker, Dominick, and Lindberg. Nays: None. Absent: Barthel and Edgren. MOTION
DELARED CARRIED.
2. MINUTES
Motioned by Dominick, seconded by Klecker, to approve the July 14, 2015 Planning Commission
meeting minutes as presented. Ayes: Klecker, Dominick, and Lindberg. Nays: None. Absent:
Barthel and Edgren. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Public Hearing to Consider an Amendment to Reduce Setbacks for Side Yards
Abutting the Street in the R-1A and R-2 Zoning Districts from Thirty (30) Feet to
Twenty (20) Feet
Klecker opened the public hearing.
Brixius stated there is a request from Brad and Meghan Lawlinger to reduce the side yard setbacks
for properties abutting a street. They would like to build a larger garage but are limited by the thirty
foot setback and in order to accommodate the request, the setback would need to be at twenty. He
reported that staff reviewed the request and felt it would not impact public utilities or negatively
impact nearby properties.
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 2
Regular Meeting of August 11, 2015
Brixius stated that the in the R-1 and R-3 zoning districts, the side yard setback is twenty feet. The
intent of the side yard setback is to maintain low density single family development and staff felt
that if the twenty yard side yard is suitable in other residential zoning districts, it would also be
appropriate in the R-1A and R-2 districts. Staff also felt this amendment would allow additional
property owners to reinvest in their lots. This is also consistent with the goals outlined in the 2012
Visioning Study.
Klecker inquired how the amendment would affect fence placement. Brixius stated that front and
side yard fences can be no higher than four feet. Brixius indicated there would be no impact to
traffic.
Lindberg inquired about the size of the current garage. Brixius stated they would need to comply
with the 1,000 square feet limit. Lawinger (Brad) indicated it is currently a three car garage.
Lawinger stated he has looked at other options for additional space and this seems to the best option
to fit his needs.
Motioned by Dominick, seconded by Lindberg, to close the public hearing. Ayes: Klecker,
Dominick, and Lindberg. Nays: None. Absent: Barthel and Edgren. MOTION DECLARED
CARRIED.
Motioned by Dominick, seconded by Klecker, to recommend approval to the City Council to
reduce setbacks for side yards abutting the street in the R-1A and R-2 Zoning Districts from thirty
(30) feet to twenty (20) feet. Ayes: Klecker, Dominick, and Lindberg. Nays: None. Absent:
Barthel and Edgren. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
3. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Finken Water Request
Brixius reported that Finken would like to display for sale six to ten high quality storage sheds at the
property north of the Shoppes of Prairie Run. He stated this item was previously brought to a City
Council meeting to see if this is an option the Council was willing to consider and the Council asked
for the Planning Commission to review the request and give their feedback to the Council. Brixius
reported that sales of the sheds would occur inside of the current space occupied by Finken Water in
the shopping center. He stated the current zoning of the property is B-2 Neighborhood Business and
does not allow outdoor sales lots. Sheds do not qualify under the current definition of temporary
outdoor seasonal sales.
Brixius stated items for discussion are as follows:
• Is this an appropriate use of the site?
• Should the definition of temporary outdoor seasonal sales be expanded to include sheds?
• Should sales be allowed on vacant properties? And if so, how should they be regulated?
Brixius stated that temporary seasonal sales currently must be on developed lots, cannot be in the
right-of-way, cannot be located on a landscaped surface and must be on an asphalt or concrete
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 3
Regular Meeting of August 11, 2015
surface. He stated that allowing temporary seasonal sales on vacant lots may impact other vacant
lots along CSAH 19.
Brixius stated the Commission should consider performance standards such as surfacing, size, and
parking. He reported that the area does have an established curb cut and access to the location.
Brixius stated that maintenance may also need to be addressed.
Dominick inquired what the hard surfacing requirements would be for Finken. Brixius stated that if
held to the current performance standards, Finken would need to pave the sales area. He stated they
would want to ensure that patrons are not walking through mud or brush. An option would be to
place crushed rock instead.
Klecker inquired if temporary seasonal sales would specifically list sheds and what would happen if
the type of sales changed. He also had concerns that temporary sales would become permanent.
Brixius replied through the temporary seasonal sales permitting process, they are limited to two (2),
sixty (60) day permits in a year. Dominick stated that would allow 120 days of sales and he felt
sheds could be sold for a longer period of time. Brixius stated that Finken would like to sell from
April to October which is a longer time period than is currently allowed.
Brixius indicated they could add this use as an interim use within the district and provide a sunset
date or they could keep it as part of the temporary seasonal sales permitting process which would
allow the City to monitor performance standards and provides an expiration date. Hudson inquired
if they could expand the definition of temporary seasonal sales to accommodate sheds and then
review the permit every sixty (60) days thereby eliminating the restriction of only two (2) permits
per year. He stated that it could lead to perpetual sales, but also the City recourse if the sales become
an issue. Klecker felt this could lead to issues. Dominick stated the permit could be discretionary.
Brixius felt that it is best to have criteria that must be met in order to receive the permit.
Discretionary decisions to withhold a permit would not be recommended as there is no standard to
hold the applicant to.
Brixius stated that it seems the Commission is open to sales on vacant lots and this would allow
Finken to have an interim business use on the property as they wait for it to develop. He stated they
can allow the use also through a conditional use permit that would allow the use for a number of
years. He stated there may be concerns if there are other requests that do not have an onsite
landlord.
Lindberg inquired how many vacant properties would be affected if they were to change the current
definitions or standards. Brixius stated that it could possibly affect a handful of vacant B-2
properties and the B-2A, which is north of the freeway.
Hudson felt there wasn’t much in the way of opposition to the request from the City Council’s
comments at the last meeting. However, he felt there are property owners who wish to utilize their
property and the only thing standing in the way is the City. Brixius stated that the Finken site is
unique as they have a paved parking lot and an on-site sales office and that it would be nice to find a
solution for the Finken request before opening up the opportunity to the remainder of the
community.
Agenda Page 23
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 4
Regular Meeting of August 11, 2015
The Commission discussed possible requirements future applicants must meet to make sure their site
stays attractive and up to standard. The Commission discussed giving Finken a trial this year and if
it works well, come back with the appropriate changes. Brixius stated that he can contact Finken to
see if they can meet the current performance standards.
B. September Planning Commission Meeting Date
Brixius stated that due to the Labor Day holiday, the City Council meeting falls on the same date as
the regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting date.
The Commission changed the meeting date to Thursday, September 10, 2015. Lindberg asked staff
to check with the other members of the Commission if that date works for them. Brixius stated he
will check with them and plans to bring the sign code review to that meeting.
4. ADJOURNMENT
Motioned by Lindberg, seconded by Dominick, to adjourn the meeting at 7:52 p.m. Ayes: Klecker,
Dominick, and Lindberg. Nays: None. Absent: Barthel and Edgren. MOTION DECLARED
CARRIED.
Respectfully submitted,
___________________________________
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
Agenda Page 24
Mayor and Council Request for Action
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Meeting Date: September 2, 2014
August 25, 2015
SUBJECT: CONSENT - FINANCE – 2016 PRELIMINARY BUDGET AND PROPERTY TAX LEVY
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO:
• Approve Resolution No. 2015-031 adopting the 2016 Preliminary Property Tax Levy.
• Approve Resolution No. 2015-032 adopting the 2016 Preliminary Budget.
BACKGROUND: Annually, the budget and property tax levy process starts in June with staff
preparing estimates and projections for the following year’s preliminary or draft budget.
Through meetings and workshop sessions, the City Council reviews the preliminary budget and
amends it as desired. Prior to September 30 of each year, the following year’s proposed tax levy
is submitted to Wright County for preliminary certification.
Attached is the preliminary summary budget for 2016.
The preliminary budget for 2016 totals $3,604,452. The budget includes a General Fund tax levy
of $2,749,549 for taxes payable 2016 and the debt service levy of $921,691. The total levy, both
general fund and debt service has increased from $3,497,146 in 2015 to $3,671,240, which is a
4.98% increase.
KEY ISSUES:
1. Levy Adoption Schedule: The final levy is not certified until mid December so there is
still an opportunity to review, discuss, and change the 2016 budget and tax levy as
needed. The important thing to note is that the final levy can be less than the preliminary
levy, but it cannot be more. For the preliminary levy, it is best to avoid “locking” into a
levy that could be inadequate to fund operations and programs for next year.
2. LGA/Levy Limits: The City is estimated to receive LGA in the amount of $90,462,
which reduces the general fund levy by that amount. The attached budget includes using
the amount received to assist in paying debt service shortages.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: It is the City’s policy to review and approve the 2016 Budget
and Proposed Property Tax Levy.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: In reviewing the Albertville projected 2016 budget, we
anticipate maintaining the Office of the State Auditors minimum requirements of 35% of the
budget in designated funds for general reserve and the City of Albertville policy of 40%.
Agenda Page 25
Mayor and Council Request for Action – September 8, 2015
2016 Preliminary Levy and Budget Page 2 of 4
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Meeting Date: September 8, 2015
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to approve the 2016
Annual Preliminary Budget and Preliminary Property Tax Levy pursuant to Minnesota State
Law.
Responsible Person-Department: Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator - PWD
Attachments:
Preliminary Summary Budget
Resolution No. 2015-031
Resolution No. 2015-032
Agenda Page 26
Mayor and Council Request for Action – September 8, 2015
2016 Preliminary Levy and Budget Page 3 of 4
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Meeting Date: September 8, 2015
2016 PRELIMINARY BUDGET SUMMARY COMPARISON
GENERAL FUND
General Fund Revenue:
2015
Budget 2016 Budget
Difference
15 to 16 $
Difference
15 to 16 %
31010 Current Ad Valorem Taxes 1,683,019 1,862,084 $179,065 10.64%
32100 Business Licenses & Permits 22,000 27,000 $5,000 22.73%
32110 Liquor Licenses 29,150 29,500 $350 1.20%
32120 3.2 Liquor Licenses 150 75 -$75 -50.00%
32150 Sign Permits 1,500 1,200 -$300 -20.00%
32210 Building Permits 75,000 79,000 $4,000 5.33%
32240 Animal Licenses 500 600 $100 20.00%
33401 LGA Revenue expected 87,000 90,462 $3,462 3.98%
33405 Police Aid 28,000 30,000 $2,000 7.14%
33406 Fire Aid 43,000 43,000 $0 0.00%
33422 Other State Aid Grants 9,500 10,000 $500 5.26%
34000 Charges for Services 2,000 2,000 $0 0.00%
34005 Engineering As Built Fee 2,000 3,000 $1,000 50.00%
34101 Leases - City Property 1,440 $1,440 100.00%
34103 Zoning & Subdivision Fees 1,500 2,000 $500 33.33%
34104 Plan Check Fee 32,000 38,000 $6,000 18.75%
34107 Title Searches 1,500 2,000 $500 33.33%
34113 Franchise Fee - Cable 67,500 72,000 $4,500 6.67%
34202 Fire Protection Contract Charges 225,710 253,304 $27,594 12.23%
34780 Rental Fees 10,000 10,000 $0 0.00%
34950 Other Revenues 10,500 8,000 -$2,500 -23.81%
34110 Arena 11,964 12,323 $359 3.00%
34112 Electric Franchise Fee 115,000 115,000 $0 0.00%
36210 Interest Earnings 25,000 25,000 $0 0.00%
102 Capital Levy 864,160 887,465 $23,305 2.70%
Total Revenues 3,347,653 3,604,452 $256,799 7.67%
Agenda Page 27
Mayor and Council Request for Action – September 8, 2015
2016 Preliminary Levy and Budget Page 4 of 4
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Meeting Date: September 8, 2015
General Fund Department
Expenditures:
2015
Budget
2016
Budget
Difference
15 to 16 $
Difference
15 to 16 %
41000 General Government 30,000 30,000 $0 0.00%
41100 Council 38,419 40,059 $1,640 4.27%
41300 Combined Administrator/Engineer 87,645 89,858 $2,213 2.53%
41400 City Clerk 97,380 98,256 $876 0.90%
41440 Elections 15,500 15,500 $0 0.00%
41500 Finance 107,103 111,757 $4,654 4.35%
41550 City Assessor 29,000 29,870 $870 3.00%
41600 City Attorney 40,000 40,000 $0 0.00%
41700 City Engineer 20,000 20,000 $0 0.00%
41800 Economic Development 5,000 5,000 $0 0.00%
41910 Planning & Zoning 38,507 41,507 $3,000 7.79%
41940 City Hall 117,468 131,696 $14,228 12.11%
42000 Fire Department 429,433 442,808 $13,376 3.11%
42110 Police 613,020 684,750 $71,730 11.70%
42400 Building Inspection 154,468 159,144 $4,675 3.03%
42700 Animal Control 4,080 5,000 $920 22.55%
43100 Public Works - Streets 268,064 301,624 $33,560 12.52%
45000 Culture & Recreation 67,910 69,809 $1,899 2.80%
45100 Parks & Recreation 239,495 269,348 $29,854 12.47%
43160 Electric street lights 81,000 81,000 $0 0.00%
102 Capital 102 864,161 937,465 $73,304 8.48%
Total Expenditures 3,347,653 3,604,452 256,799 7.67%
Levy 2015 2016
Difference
15 to 16 %
General Fund & EDA 1,683,019 1,862,084
10.64%
Capital Levy 864,160 887,465
2.70%
Total Tax Levy (Oper. Levy) 2,547,179 2,749,549
7.94%
357 GO Improvement Bond 03 275,948 273,743
354 Bonds 03 PF Lease Rev 80,800 78,721
359 City Hall 05 262,452 266,085
360 Go Imp 2012A CSAH 19 26,157 26,157
358 PW Facility 04 103,449 100,824
361 Go Imp 2012A Lach 31,600 31,600
362 Go Imp 2012A Ind Park 109,561 84,561
468 I-94 60,000 60,000
Total Debt Service Levy 949,967 921,691 Debt Levy -2.98%
Total Levy 3,497,146 3,671,240
Total
Levy 4.98%
Agenda Page 28
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-031
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE
2015 TAX LEVY COLLECTIBLE IN 2016
BE IT RESOLVED by the C ouncil of the City of Albertville, County of Wright,
Minnesota, that the following sums of money be levied for the current year, collectible in 2016,
upon taxable property in the City of Albertville for the following purposes:
Total Levy $3,671,240
The City Clerk is hereby instructed to transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the county
auditor of Wright County, Minnesota.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 8th day of September, 2015.
________________________________
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
Attest:
_________________________________
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
Agenda Page 29
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-032
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2016 PRELIMINARY BUDGET
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Albertville has adopted a proposed budget;
and,
WHEREAS, the Albertville City Council has adopted a preliminary tax levy to be placed
upon the taxable property in the City of Albertville; and,
WHEREAS, the Albertville City Council desires to reserve within the General Fund
those monies designated as capital outlays within various budget classifications, such that those
monies can be disbursed only for those capital outlays so specified within the budget; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA:
1. The attached budget is hereby adopted as the preliminary budget for the City of Albertville
for the period January 1, 2016, through December 31, 2016.
2. All monies designated within the budget, as capital outlays shall be reserved within the
Capital Reserves Fund, such that those monies can be disbursed only for those capital
outlays so specified within the budget.
3. The Albertville City Council has hereby complied with Minnesota Statutes.
4. The Finance Director is hereby authorized to transmit certification of compliance with
Minnesota Statutes to the Commissioner of Revenue as required.
Adopted by the Albertville City Council this 8th day of September, 2015.
________________________________
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
Attest:
_________________________________
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
Agenda Page 30
Mayor and Council Communication
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Meeting Date: September 8, 2015
September 3, 2015
SUBJECT: FIRE DEPARTMENT UPDATE
CALLS FOR SERVICE:
• 180 total calls for the year (August 31st)
• 20 calls in Albertville for August
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION:
• RCA – Amending Title 6 of the City Code
• Reserve Firefighter Job Posting
o Open until October 16th
• New Paid-On Call Promotion
• Wright County Snowplowing IAP
UPCOMING EVENTS:
• September 11th = Fire Fighter Step Challenge – In-Fit
• September 12th = Otsego Prairie Festival
• September 12th = FYCC Open Streets
• September 19th = Live Burn Training – 7423 Kadler Ave NE
Responsible Person/Title: Eric Bullen, Fire Chief
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments: None
Agenda Page 31
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Meeting Date :September 8, 2015
Mayor and Council Request for Action
_____________________________________________________________________________
September 3, 2015
SUBJECT: FIRE DEPARTMENT – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 6, PUBLIC SAFETY,
CHAPTER 1, VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE ALBERTVILLE MUNICIPAL
CODE
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
the following motion:
MOTION TO: Approve Ordinance No. 2015-08 entitled An Ordinance Amending Title 6,
Public Safety, Chapter 1, Volunteer Fire Department of the Albertville Municipal Code
BACKGROUND: In response to the hiring of a full-time Fire Chief, staff recently reviewed the
City Code as it pertained to the Albertville Volunteer Fire Department and its structure. Several
items in the code were out of date or did not align with the current Standard Operating
Procedures of the Fire Department.
KEY ISSUES:
• Updating the City Code to reflect the current composition of the Fire Department and
align the City Code and the Fire Department Standard Operating Procedures.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS:
• Requested changes in the City Code include:
o Changing “board of directors” to “board of officers”
o Changing “bylaws” to “standard operating procedures”
o Reflecting the change in an appointed Fire Chief
o Reflecting the current composition of the board of officers
Responsible Person/Title: Eric Bullen, Fire Chief
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments: Ordinance No. 2015-08
Agenda Page 32
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO.: 2015-08
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 6, PUBLIC SAFETY,
CHAPTER 1, VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE
ALBERTVILLE MUNICIPAL CITY CODE
The City Council of the City of Albertville, Minnesota hereby ordains:
Section 1. Section 6-1-1 (Fire Department Established, Composition) of Chapter 1 (Volunteer
Fire Department) is hereby amended to read as follows:
6-1-1: FIRE DEPARTMENT ESTABLISHED; COMPOSITION:
There is hereby established in the city a volunteer fire department, consisting of a chief,
an assistant chief, a department secretary, a board of officers and not less than ten (10)
nor more than thirty-three (33) firefighters, including the above positions. The number of
firefighters shall be determined by the city council.
Section 2. Section 6-1-2 (Qualification of Members) of Chapter 1 (Volunteer Fire Department)is
hereby amended to read as follows:
C. Additional Requirements: Probationary and regular firefighters shall meet such
additional qualifications as set forth in the department Standard Operating
Procedures.
Section 3. Section 6-1-3 (Fire Chief) of Chapter 1 (Volunteer Fire Department) is hereby
amended to read as follows:
A. Election and Term of Office: The fire chief shall be appointed by a majority of the
city council.
Section 4. Section 6-1-4 (Board of Officers) of Chapter 1 (Volunteer Fire Department) is hereby
amended to read as follows:
A. Composition: The board of officers of the department shall consist of the fire chief,
assistant fire chief, president, three (3) captains, and three (3) lieutenants.
B. Secretary: The department secretary shall serve as the secretary of the board of
officers and shall be a nonvoting member.
C. Duties: The duties of the board of officers shall be set forth in the department’s
Standard Operation Procedures.
Agenda Page 33
City of Albertville
Ordinance No. 2015-08
Page 2
Section 5. Section 6-1-5 (Bylaws or Standard Operating Procedures) of the Chapter 1
(Volunteer Fire Department) is hereby amended to read:
The department shall adopt Standard Operating Procedures at the direction of the board
of officers, subject to the confirmation of the city council. The Standard Operating
Procedures shall be consistent with this chapter and all other present or subsequent city
ordinances. If the department’s Standard Operation Procedures conflict with a city
ordinance, the city ordinance shall prevail.
Section 6. Section 6-1-6 (Duties of Department Officers) of Chapter 1(Volunteer Fire
Department is hereby amended to read as follows:
The duties of the fire chief, assistant chief, and all other elected or appointed officers of
the department shall be set forth in the Standard Operating Procedures of the department.
Section 7. Section 6-1-7(Dismissals) of Chapter 1 (Volunteer Fire Department) is hereby
amended to read as follows:
The board of officers or city council may dismiss probationary firefighters for any reason.
The city council may also dismiss regular firefighters or may remove appointed officers
of the department for cause.
This ordinance shall be in full force and effective immediately following its passage and
publication.
Adopted by the Albertville City Council this 8th day of September, 2015.
______________________________
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Kimberly A. Olson, City Clerk
Agenda Page 34
City Administrator’s Update
September 2, 2015
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
2016 Budget: The preliminary budget and levy will need to be approved at Tuesday’s regular
meeting.
Fall Newsletter: Staff is currently working on the newsletter for October. Please let us know if
there are any items you would like covered or featured in the newsletter.
Website Revisions: Our website consultant has finished some minor revisions to the website
that include formatting to improve mobile device viewing, an added search feature, and several
other format related issues.
Planning Commission: The Planning Commission meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday,
September 10, due to the City Council meeting falling on the Planning Commission’s regularly
scheduled meeting date. They will meet at 7:00 p.m.
Open Streets/Main Avenue NE Road Closure: Due to the 57th Street NE/Church of St. Albert
project, the event is being relocated from the south side of the tracks to the north side of the
tracks.
Electronic Sign: We are getting quotes to upgrade the digital display for the City sign at Main
Ave NE and CSAH 37. The existing sign is tripping breakers and not working. I will have an
electrician out to look at it next week.
Prairie Run Residential Lots: We are finalizing the Purchase Agreement with Fieldstone. I hope
to have an agreement for Council to approve by the 2nd meeting in September, or to potentially
add to Tuesday’s agenda.
ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS
57th Street NE/Church of St. Albert Improvement Project: Paving is planned for this Friday and
sidewalk construction will follow. Once the sidewalk and boulevard work is complete, the
Contractor will focus on parking lot improvements (Church and Parish Center). We are working
to have the project substantially complete by the Parish Festival.
Greenhaven Streets: The Contractor is working on the project schedule. We hope to
commence work the 3rd week in September. Once the schedule is set a second resident letter
will be sent out.
Main Avenue NE Railroad Crossing: We are still waiting for the agreement from BNSF for the
crossing.
Agenda Page 35
City Administrator’s Update Page 2 of 2 September 8, 2015
Annual Sidewalk Repairs: Public Works is working on various curb and sidewalk replacements
throughout the City. The work primarily consists of replacing heaved, cracked, and
deteriorated panels that are tripping hazards.
CSAH 19 Catch Basin Repair: We need to do a catch basin/street patch repair on southbound
CSAH 19 and north of 57th Street NE. While this is a fairly common repair, it is complicated by
the high traffic volumes. Although this is a County highway, the City is responsible for drainage
structures.
CSAH 19 and 70th Street NE Intersection: Albertville, Otsego, and County staff are meeting on
September 17 to discuss safety concerns for this intersection. Traffic levels have increased in
the past few years and will even more so once 70th Street NE connects to CSAH 37 later this fall.
Currently, the Cities are planning to improve 70th Street NE (CSAH 19 to MacIver avenue NE)
and the intersection in 2018.
UPCOMING EVENTS and ANNOUNCEMENTS
STMA Open Streets: Saturday, Sept. 12, Main Avenue NE (railroad tracks to 60th St. NE)
Agenda Page 36