1990-10-15 CC Agenda/Packet•
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
OCTOBER 15, 1990
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
III. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
* October 1, 1990
IV. COMMUNITY FORUM
7:05 Merlin Valerius -- Composting
V. DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
a. MAINTENANCE
- Project Update
- Repair of Manhole
- Other Business
b. ENGINEERING
dF - Update on the Drainage Problem in Frankfort Township
- Other Business
c . LEGAL
- Other Business
d. ADMINISTRATION
* - Income Received and Bills to be Paid
- Approval of Conditional Use Permit for the Lamp Post In
for Building Expansion
- Approval of Wright County Truck Station No. 2 Plat
Approval
- Approval of 3.2 Beer License for the Albertville
Jaycees for the Firemen's Fun Night
- Approval of Jaycee's Application for Gambling License
- Park Board Vacancies
- Other Business
. VII. OTHER BUSINESS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
COUNCIL MINUTES
OCTOBER, 15,1990
The regular meeting of the Albertville City Council was called
to order by Acting -Mayor Don Cornelius. Members present included
Jim Krystosek, Donatus Vetsch, and Bob Braun. Mayor Gary
Schwenzfeier was absent. Others present were Maureen Andrews,
Thore Meyer, Bob Miller, Kevin Mealhouse, Ken Lindsay, and Jackie
Peterson.
The agenda for the evening's meeting was reviewed by the
Council. A motion was made by Bob Braun and seconded by Jim
Krystosek to approve the agenda. All were in favor and the motion
carried.
The minutes for the October 1st meeting were reviewed by the
Council. It was pointed out the word "certainly" in the 5th
paragraph on page 8, should be changed to possibly. Donatus Vetsch
made a motion to and seconded by Bob Braun to approve the minutes
with the correction. All were in favor and the motion carried.
The Council first heard from Merlin Valerius. Mr. Valerius
stated that he would like to start a composting site at his farm
and would be interested in picking up leaves and grass clippings
here in the City. He also noted that he would be willing to have
people bring the material to his farm if the residents preferred
that to a curbside pickup.
He explained that with the increasing problem of sanitary
landfills not excepting these materials anymore, there is a need
for a composting program in our area. He explained to the Council
that the County has issued to him a composting permit. This will
allow him to collect composting materials for disposal.
The Council was informed that the proper way of disposing of
the materials is to spread it out over a large area of land. He
said that he has a large enough field that he plans to use for this
purpose. There was some question as to how long he would store the
material before being disposed of. Merlin stated that with the
permit, he must, properly dispose of the composting material before
21 days.
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The Council then asked him how he planned to carry out the
composting program. Merlin stated that he planned to do a curbside
pickup every two weeks. He felt that maybe it should be on a
Tuesday. He would charge the residents $1.00 per 50 pound bag, and
collect the money at the time of pickup, so that the City would not
be involved with the money collection. He also said that he would
be willing to let the people bring their bags to his site for a
fee of $.50 per 50 pound bag.
There was some discussion regarding what, he would do with all
of the empty leave bags. It was suggested that he could swap the
empty bags for the full bags at the time of the pickup, therefore
he would be recycling the plastic bags at the same time.
The point was raised that the City already has two controlled
burning days scheduled for the City's residents to bring their leaf
and grass clippings to. It was decided that a flyer would be handed
out, to the residents at that time, explaining Merlin's program to
them and how to contact him for his service.
Though no formal action was taken on the matter, there was a
general consensus of the Council that the composting idea was a
good idea. The Council stated that they were in full support of
the project and would work with Mr. Valerius to see that, the
program takes off.
Hearing no further comments the Council then heard from the
City Engineer, Thore Meyer. Thore updated the Council on the water
drainage problem between Albertville and Frankfort Township. He
said that a letter had been sent to Otsego informing them of the
problem and that it was the feeling of the City of Albertville that
they contributed water to the problem area and that they should
participate in cost of the correction. Thore then said that he
anticipates that Otsego will not accept our request.
He then reviewed some of the possible alternatives for
correction. He said that Frankfort Township is leaning towards the
alternative of having the water routed back towards Albertville,
and eliminating the existing 18" line which runs east through
Frankfort to the river. This solution would require the City to
do all the work associated with the project. It was noted that
this solution could eliminate long term maintenance on the ditch
area.
In a related matter, it was noted that we that we are still
waiting to hear from MN/DOT regarding the information relating to
a Cooperative Agreement, for their participation in the project.
Thore stated that it could takes up to 4-6 months to get through
the MN/DOT process.
Bob Braun asked if there should some kind of joint powers
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agreement between the parties involved so that everyone understands
the ground rules before the City gets involved with expenses
associated with the project.
Bob Miller agreed that a joint powers agreement would be required
and could be prepared prior to the City's undertaking of the work.
Regarding the project, Thore noted that the system would be
designed to use the wetlands and a 12" line for storage and that,
there was possibly a need for some type of control structure to be
included as part of the project. It was further noted that because
of the elevation of the existing culvert elevations across the
freeway that a natural control would be established.
It was pointed out, that in the event that all 40 acres, which
is located in Otesgo, were eventually developed and completely
paved, there would still enough capacity in the system not to cause
flooding. Thore reminded the Council that Frankfort has agreed
that they would be responsible for maintaining the area east of
the platted areas know as Barthel's Rolling Hills and Green Acres
Estate. No other action was taken on this matter.
Thore next reminded the Council that the bid opening for the
new maintenance building was set for Friday October 19th, at 10:00
A.M. He also advised the Council that quotes for the electrical,
plumbing, and other miscellaneous work, would to be opened the
following week.
In a related matter regarding the Maintenance Building, Thore
gave an update on the soil corrections project. He stated that the
corrections have been completed and the site is ready for the
footings.
There was discussion for setting up a special meeting to award
the bid. Maureen said that she would look at the schedule and
notify the Council as to which day is available for the meeting.
The Council then heard from Ken Lindsay, the Maintenance
Superintendent. Ken told the Council that the Lions had donated
$1.000.00 for the sod in the Four Season's Park. He suggested that
we send the Lions a thank you card for their help.
Ken then informed the Council that they had completed the
first discharge of the ponds, and that it met all the limits and
needed no treatment. He further added that, he will know by
Wednesday when they can begin their last discharge. When this is
completed, it will be the last, for the fall.
Ken then told the Council that people continue drive on the
dikes at the ponds. He said that the people have also been tearing
down the "No Hunting" signs.
Ken next brought up the issue of putting down some gravel on
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50th Street, Maureen informed the Council that there had been
several calls regarding the need for additional gravel on the
street. It was noted that Frankfort was laying gravel on their
portion of 50th Street and the residents were wondering if we had
plans to do the same.
The Council questioned whether or not the City should go to
the expense of bringing additional gravel when there is
consideration of blacktopping the road next year. At this time,
Thore Meyer interjected that he is working on a feasibility report
for 50th Street to determine what the cost of the improvement to
the road will run. It was noted that at this time of the year
there was not much the City can do regarding the reconstruction of
the road.
It was noted that there were some areas between the black
magic that could use gravel. Thore pointed out that at least a
couple loads should be put down in these areas and that the gravel
would stay put at least until Spring. He also suggested the idea
of using a scarfire blade to mix everything up.
Jim Krystosek said that he knew of a place that has excellent
Class 5 Gravel, He said that he could check into the rates. He
thought that it would probably cost $35.00 for the trucking and
$100.00 for a truck load.
It was decided that the Council would wait to make any further
decisions until Jim could some rates from different places. They
also decided that Jim, Thore and Ken would take a drive down the
road and select the places that needed the gravel the most.
Thore also mentioned the 3 bids for the lowering of the
manhole. He said that we have bids from Carlson Construction,
Ohman's Blacktop, and Lindenfelser's. The breakdown of bids are
as follows:
OHMAN'S BLACKTOP $500.00
CARLSON CONSTRUCTION $325.00
LINDENFELSERS $200.00
It was noted that the Lindenfelser bid was for just the lowering
of the manhole and no blacktopping.
Ken mentioned to the Council that patching was needed on
Lander Avenue. The Council decided that the construction crew that
does the manhole repair, would be the best one to also do the
repair for Lander Avenue.
Jim Krystosek made a motion to accept the bid from Carlson for
$325.00 for the manhole repair, and requested that Maureen check
with them to see what the cost of doing the other repair would run.
It was further stipulated that if the quote for the repairs on
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Lander was $150.00 or less that the work should be scheduled at the
same time. Bob Braun seconded the motion. All were in favor and
the motion carried.
Next the Council heard from Bob Miller, the City Attorney.
He informed the Council that the Planning Commission recommended
the approval of the conditional use permit for the expansion of the
Lamp Post -In. He said they recommended it providing the two
conditions:
1) The outside picnic tables would have to be eliminated
because of the addition.
2) That as part of the Developer's Agreement that Ed Breun,
owner of the Lamp Post In, agrees to participate in the
cost of the installation of a City parking facility in the
event that a need arises in the future.
Bob said that the agreement should state that it would be at
the Council's discretion as to when parking has become a problem,
and it would also be their responsibility to decide when a new
facility is necessary. He pointed out that the agreement would
stay with the property and in the event the business was sold the
new owner would be responsible for the same conditions.
A motion was made by Donatus Vetsch and seconded by Jim
Krystosek to prepare a recordable document for the approval of the
conditional use permit with the two conditions set forth. All were
in favor and the motion carried.
Bob informed the Council of the Wright County Truck Station
#2 plat approval. The Council was informed that it was the
Planning Commission's recommendation that the Council approve the
Final Plat for the County Garage. It was further noted that a
brief Developer's Agreement had been prepared between Wright County
and the City of Albertville regarding the same.
Hearing no other comments or questions, Bob Braun made a
motion and Donatus Vetsch seconded the motion to approve the
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR WRIGHT COUNTY'S TRUCK
STATION NO. 2 and authorized the Mayor and City Administrator to
enter into the Developer's Agreement with Wright County. All were
in favor and the motion carried.
The Council then briefly discussed the Fireman's Fun Night for
Friday the 19th. The Jaycees were sponsoring the 3.2 beer for the
event and needed an approval for a beer license. Jim Krystosek
made a motion to approve the beer license. Donatus Vetsch seconded
the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.
The Jaycees submitted an application to renew their gambling
license. Bob Braun made a motion and Jim Krystosek seconded the
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motion to adopt the RESOLUTION APPROVING PERMIT FOR STATE GAMBLING
LICENSE FOR ALBERTVILLE AREA JAYCEES. All were in favor and the
motion carried.
The Council then discussed briefly the Park Board vacancies.
Maureen informed the Council that the vacancies for the Board
needed to be filled before their regular meeting on Thursday
evening. It was decided that the Council would look at the
applications on Wednesday evening and appoint the two new board
members at that time.
The Council then reviewed the Income and Bills to be paid.
Jackie pointed out that the bill from Laderal Medical check #10970
should not have been included with the bills, and that Paul Heinen
the Fire Chief said the firemen are paying for it.
There was discussion regarding the Wright County Highway
Department bill. Maureen said she would check on it.
Donatus Vetsch made a motion to pay the bills, check numbers
110934-10979 excluding check #10970 to Laderal Medical. The motion
was seconded by Jim Krystosek. All were in favor and the motion
carried.
At that time Maureen pointed out to the Council an article
that was printed in the Crow River news. It was in regards to
a possible building moratorium in St, Michael until they complete
the expansion of their waste water plant. She also noted that the
City of St. Michael had been contacted regarding the possible
connection of the new school to the St. Michael sewer system and
what they would charge for connections.
It was noted that St. Michael had suggested that connection
and hookup charges would run $2,200.00 compared to the charges and
formulas that the City of Albertville uses. It was suggested that
Maureen contact the City of St. Michael to see were the request
generate from and then inform the School's engineers that the City
of Albertville's Sewer Ordinance does not allow for the crossing
over into another governmental jurisdiction for the connection into
their sewer system. No other action was taken on this matter.
Donatus brought up the question of what is going to be done
with the old building behind Hackenmueller's store. Kevin
Mealhouse explained to the Council that he had been in contact with
the owner regarding the building and that he had informed him of
the violations to the building codes.
He also stated that the owner wishes to build a new building,
but he has not yet applied for a building permit. He said that he
also informed the owner that the old building must be removed
before a new one can be built.
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The Council decided to direct Bob Miller to send the owner a
notice which will include the specific ordinances that are in
violation.
Donatus then asked why the 2 lots by the Brager building had
not been included in the recent mowing project. Maureen pointed
out that since the weeds were cut at the time of Friendly City
Days, they probably were not that tall at the time of the
inspection.
There was some discussion about the possibility of Contract
Garbage Hauling for the City. It was pointed out that if the City
contracts one sanitation company for the City, it would then
eliminate all of the different trucks from other companies going
down the street. It was noted that under the proposed plan there
would only be one truck in the area so in a sense the consortium
would work the same way as one company. This would then keep the
level of disturbance down and the quantity of trucks using the
residential streets to a minimum.
The question of who would do the billing if we did contract
for garbage pickup. After some discussion it was decided that Jim
Krystosek would check with the various Sanitation Companies for
rates and would report back at the next meeting.
With no further discussion, Donatus Vetsch made a motion to
adjourn the meeting. Bob Braun seconded the motion. All were in
favor and the motion carried.
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CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
P. O. BOX 131
ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA 55301
PHONE: (612) 497-3384
COUNCIL MINUTES
OCTOBER 1, 1990
The regular meeting of the Albertville City Council was called to
order by Mayor Cary Schwenzfeier. Members present included Jim
Krystosek, Donatus Vetsch, Bob Braun. Council member Don Cornelius
absent, Others present were Maureen Andrews, Thore Meyer, Ken Lindsay,
Bob Miller, and Jackie Peterson.
The agenda for the evening`s meeting was reviewed by the Council.
A motion was made by Bob Braun and seconded by Jim Krystosek to
approve the evening's agenda. All were in favor and the motion
carried.
The minutes of the September 17, 1990 Council Meeting were
reviewed by the Council. It was pointed out that the minutes showed
the motion approving minutes was made and seconded both by Bob Braun.
They should have reflected that the "motion was made by Bob Braun and
seconded by Jim Krystosek. All were in favor and the motion carried."
A motion was made by Donatus Vetsch and seconded by Bob Braun to
approve the minutes of September 17, 1990 with correction. All were
in favor and the motion carried.
The first item on the agenda was the holding of a public hearing
for Delinquent Sewer Assessments and Weed Removal. Mayor Cary
Schwenzfeier called the hearing to order. A motion was made by Donatus
Vetsch and seconded by Jim Krystosek to open the hearing.
Maureen Andrews then informed the Council that a notice of the
Public Hearing had been posted and printed. She then explained the
list to be assessed included all delinquent sewer accounts and mowing
charges through the 1st quarter billing of 1990, The totals were
$4,923.34 for the sewers accounts and $2,480.00 for the weed
elimination accounts. She also explained that 8% would be charged for
interest would be included, and that after 14.5 months, the City will
be able to recoup the charges.
Make our City ........ Your City
We invite Home, Industry, Business
There was some discussion as to what can be done in the future
for incentive to have people pay their sewer charges on a more timely
basis. The idea of using a late fee charge was discussed. Maureen
pointed out to the Council that the computer program that we are using
has the capabilities of posting a late charge automatically. The
Council decided that they would like to look into it.
Hearing no further comments, a motion was made by Jim Krystosek
and seconded by Bob Braun to close the public hearing. All were in
favor and the motion carried.
Bob Braun then made a motion to certify the assessments and
charges to the County by the approval of the following resolution:
RESOLUTION ADOPTING AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS
FOR WEED ELIMINATION CHARGES AND FOR DELINQUENT
SEWER SERVICE CHARGES (THROUGH FIRST QUARTER 1990)
Jim Krystosek seconded the motion. All were in favor and the
motion carried.
The Council then heard from the Maintenance Department. Ken
Lindsay gave a brief update on the completion of the Four Season's
Park. He said that the sod is all in place and they will continue to
water it.
He then went on to discuss the Wastewater Treatment Facility. The
Council was informed that the Maintenance Department would begin
discharging on Wednesday. He noted that the test result had come back
indicated that no treatment would have to be done for the discharge.
It was pointed out that the new pumping is working according to
specifications and that its efficiency may be one of the reasons for
the good results.
In a related matter, the issue of the City`s application for
sewer extension for Parksedge was discussed. The Council was informed
that, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) was concerned about
granting the permit for the 9 lot subdivision because of the problem
the City had had in the spring regarding meeting limits at the time of
discharging. MPCA has requested that, the City send them a letter
regarding how we planned to deal with the problem prior to the
granting the permit for the sewer line extension.
At this time Thore Meyer gave the Council an overview of how the
city would respond to the the PCA's request, and what, corrective
measures the City of Albertville will be taking. He said that the
letter had been written and the steps included in the letter are as
follows:
1) To reduce any excessive flow into the ponds, a program of
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sump pump removal, with enforcement, has been
instituted by the City Council.
2) Trapping and seining the minnows from the ponds were
started two weeks ago. To date, over 100 gallons of
minnows have been removed. Trapping will continue until
all are removed.
3) In the event trapping and seining do not remove all
minnows, a DNR approved fish kill will be undertaken.
4) The ponds will be restocked with daphnia to keep the
algae growth under control.
5) The City will be constructing a ramp in Cell No. 1 for
alum application, creating an additional secondary pond
to allow greater discharge flexibility and capacity at
discharge periods.
6) A new transfer pump was installed this past summer to
better transfer wastewater between the ponds without
disturbing the solids which had settled at the bottom.
Thore then said that the letter was ready and would be sent on
Tuesday, October 2nd.
With no further comment, from Thore on this issue, Ken then
informed the Council that cars have been driving on the walkways in
the Four Season's Park. He brought up the possibility of putting up
some signs. There was discussion about putting a sign at the entrance
of the walkways and positioning them in the center to help detour the
cars from going up the paths. It was decided that there should be one
placed at the entrance by the parking lot and two of them put up by
the cul-de-sacs.
Ken then reminded the Council about the manhole that needs to be
repaired. He said that it, now extends 10 inches up from the ground
level, and should be cut down to 4 inches before the winter
snowplowing season begins.
There was discussion about whether or not the City should require
quotes from more than one party for undertaking the work. Bob Miller
reviewed the State Statute pertaining to City initiated work and noted
that if the cost of the repair work runs less than $15,000.00, the
Statute say whenever feasible the City should obtain multiple quotes
for the work.
It was noted that Omann Brothers had submitted a quote for the
job and the City had the option to get a quote from Burschville
Construction, who was the low bidder for the Parksedge project and
would be working in the City within the next month.
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After some additional discussion, the Council decided to table
the decision until there were at least two bids for the work.
The Council then heard from Thore Meyer, the City Engineer. Thore
reviewed the plans for the new Maintenance Building. He asked the
Council what their feelings were regarding the plans. He reminded the
Council that the bids will be coming in on Friday October 19th.
There was some discussion regarding the installation of a shower
in the restroom. It was noted that if a shower is to be installed
during the initial construction it reeds to be handicapped accessible,
by the means of not having a lip or ledge that needs to be stepped
over. If plans are to install the shower at a later date, proper
drainage should be incorporated to make it accessible at that time.
There was also discussion regarding whether or not, the breakroom
should be enclosed or left open into the shop. It is the Building
Inspector's opinion that if there are plans that a wall is going to be
installed at a later date that it could just as well be done at this
time under this building project's permit instead of needing a new
permit at a later date.
After some discussion it was decided to remove the shower and
reduce the size of the restroom and to leave out the wall in the
breakroom. It was noted that by reducing the size of the restroom
there would be additional space provided in the work area.
There was some discussion about the exterior of the building. It
was decided to install a real brick or stucco brick pattern up to the
bottom of the windows. It was agreed that the finished area would
begin on the west end of the building from the entrance of the
building and would wrap around to the front and would extend to the
east end of the building, stopping at the corner of the building since
this will be the expansion wall of the building in the future.
The next item on the agenda was the awarding of the bid for the
Parksegde Subdivision. Thore informed the Council that, there were
eight bids received for the project. The bids received included the
following:
Burschville Construction
Randy Kramer Excavating
B & D Underground
Volk Sewer & Water, Inc.
LaTour Construction Construction, Inc.
Annandale Contracting, Inc.
Buffalo, Bituminous, Inc.
Hank Weidema Excavating, Inc.
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$53,639.50
$59,811.20
$61,277.O0
$63,228.71
$63,825.30
$73,815.50
$76,559.00
$99,646.40
Thore noted that all bids were properly submitted by responsible
contractors; therefore Meyer-Rohlin recommended the awardal of the
Parksedge Utility and Street, Improvement contract to the low bidder,
Burschville Construction, Hanover, Minnesota, in the amount
of$58,639.50.
It was noted that no contracts should be signed until the
Development Agreement with the Albertville Industrial Development
Company has been completed and the plat signed off on. Thore further
noted that no construction work could be by Burschville Construction
until the entire Parksedge Addition had been completely site graded.
The Council was informed that the Developer's agreement is almost
ready, noting that the City had been waiting for some additional
information from the Developer to complete the agreement.
A motion was made by Jim Krystosek approve the RESOLUTION
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENT NO. 1990-1 to
Burschville Construction pending the finalization of the Developer's
Agreement and the signing of the plat. Donatus Vetsch seconded the
motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.
Thore then updated the Council regarding the Frankfort Township
water drainage problem. He said the he had met with Pete Raatikaa and
they went over the proposed Feasibility Report, which Pete had
prepared. The Council members were given copies of this report to
review. Thore noted that the Frankfort Township Board was meeting
that evening and that Pete would be presenting the report to them as
well.
The report defined that allocation of cost by areas effected,
noting that 40 acres of Otesgo Township has not been included because
Hakanson, Anderson & Associates, Inc. feel that, would have minimal
impact on the project. The allocation of area used for the
calculations are as follows:
Drainage Subdistricts
A B C D TOTAL
Albertville 30.1 40.1 10.0 0 80.2
Frankfort 0 0 58.3 26.0 84.3
MN/DOT 0 13.4 24.8 0 38.2
Otsego 40.0 +
ALLOCATION BY ALTERNATIVE
Alternative A - 18" Drain System to Albertville
Total Estimated Project Cost - $41,000.00
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Albertville 80.2 Acres 45.4% $18,614
Frankfort Township 58.3 Acres 33.0% $13,530
MN/DOT 38.2 Acres 21.6% $ 8,856
176.7 Acres $41,000
Alternative A - 12" Drain System to Albertville
Total Estimated Project Cost - $33,900.00
Albertville 80.2 Acres 45.4% $15,391
Frankfort, Township 58.3 Acres 33.0% $11,187
MN/DOT 38.2 Acres 21.6% $ 7,322
176.7 Acres $33,900
Alternative B - 18" Drain System Via Freeway Ditch
Total Estimated Project Cost - $62,000.00
Albertville 80.2 Acres 45.4% $28,148
Frankfort, Township 58.3 Acres 33.0% $20,460
MN/DOT 38.2 Acres 21.6% $13,392
176.7 Acres $62,000
Alternative C - Maintenance of Ditch & 18" Tile System
Total Estimated Project Cost - $25,000.00
Albertville 80.2 Acres 39.6% $10,098
Frankfort Township 84.3 Acres 41.6% $10,608
MN/DOT 38.2 Acres 18.8% $ 4,794
176.7 Acres $25,500
Thore noted that according to Pete, the Town Board leans towards
the Alternate "C", but with some changes. The Township Board members
feel that they should follow the wishes of the farmers on ditch and
not allow the the to be any larger 6 inches inches in diameter,
noting that they do not want to be responsible for any ditch
clean -out.
There was discussion between the Council members and their
feelings on the sizing of the tile. It was the Council"s feelings
that the 6 inch line would never work because it is not large enough.
It was noted that since the 18 inch line has been in and flowing for
at least 50 years and there has not been a flooding problem that it
should not be down sized at this time.
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Thore then said that Pete Raatikaa prefers the 12 inch diameter
line going through Albertville as stated in alternate "A" in the
feasibility report. He said that MacKenzie Street is the break point
for the water based on the elevation of the culvert at this location.
It has been suggested that if this option is undertaken that the water
laying west of MacKenzie and the Green Acres Estate and Barthel
Rolling Hills would be brought back through Albertville and then out
through the City's big storm sewer line and then Frankfort would take
care of the drainage going east of MacKenzie and north of the two
subdivisions.
The issue of the 40 acres in Otsego was then discussed in more
detail. It is the feeling of the City that Otsego is contributing one
half the amount of water that the City of Albertville is and should be
included in the project participation. It was noted that at this time
the land is being used for a tree farm, but that with Otsego's new
"City" status that there is a high potential for additional run off as
development of these 40 acres occurs in the future and should
therefore be included just as all the other effected property.
Bob Miller said that legally there was no way to force Otsego to
participate in the drainage correction costs. He suggested that
Albertville contact Otsego and get them involved with the current
water drainage problem, making them aware of the concerns about the
future drainage problem.
After some discussion about the concerns, Donatus Vetsch made a
motion to direct Bob Miller to send Otsego a letter encouraging them
to participate in resolving the problem, and to make them aware of our
future concerns about water drainage. Bob Braun seconded the motion,
all were in favor and the motion carried.
In a related matter to the Maintenance Building, Donatus Vetsch
asked if all the trees were going to be cleared off the new building
site, It was a general feeling of the Council and staff that the City
try to save as many trees as possible because of their size and the
fact that it will be a cost saving when it comes time to landscape.
Thore stated that at this time it is hard to determine how many trees
will be able to be saved because of the amount of dirt that the City
will be dealing with on the site.
The Council next heard from the City Attorney, Bob Miller. Bob
reviewed with the Council a Developer's Agreement for the Wright
County Truck Station No. 2, for the purchase of the land from Bob
Heuring for the development of a berm along the west and north end of
the property.
Bob informed the Council that the County was in the process of
platting the County Garage site, instead of processing through the
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Administrative Subdivision process because of the length of the legal
description. It was noted that the Planning Commission would be
hearing the request on October llth and the Council would be taking
action on October 15th.
The Council then heard from Dr. Dirk Posthumus from St. Michael.
He requested a donation from the City for a new Community Library in
St. Michael. He said that it was Roy Simms' dream that this community
library will pull the surrounding communities together.
He pointed out that the majority of the programs funding comes
from the Great River Regional Library, out of St. Cloud, which is a
State funded project. The Roy Simms library is ranked number 8 out of
20 others far as the quality of service.
Dirk then informed the Council that, the City of St. Michael is
currently covering the monthly expenses, such as the rent for the
space at $675.00 per month. There would also be electricity, heating,
custodial, and other miscellaneous expenses to pay for. He then
explained that the estimated cost to maintain the Library is
$12,000.00 - $15,000.00 per year. So therefore they are asking
Albertville and Frankfort Township to help make this dream of the
communities to come together by donating $750.00 per year.
The Council was receptive of the idea. Maureen explained to Dr.
Posthumus that the Budget for 1991 has already been done and that the
City has not set money aside for the library in 1991. But, we could
certainly do it in the 1992 budget. She also said that we could keep
the Library in mind if there would be some funds come available from
special project, that would go back to the general fund. Then at that
time the extra monies could be donated to the Library.
The Council all agreed that this is a idea and will do as best
they can this year for donations, and will considering budgeting for
the library in 1992 and each year after. Dr. Posthumus then thanked
the Council and was very pleased with Albertville's commitment to the
Library.
The Council then reviewed the Income and Bills to be paid. Bob
Braun made a motion and Jim Krystosek seconded the motion to pay the
bills, check numbers 10892 - 10933. All were in favor and the motion
carried.
Maureen then presented to the Council Jackie Peterson's request
for payment of her 43 hours of accumulated comprehensive time. The
Council all agreed to pay it. A motion was made by Donatus Vetseh to
pay for the comprehensive time. Bob Braun seconded the motion. All
were in favor and the motion carried.
With no further discussion, a motion was made to adjourn the
meeting by Jim Krystosek. Donatus Vetsch seconded the motion. All were
in favor and the motion carried.
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CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
P. O. BOX 131
ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA 55301
PHONE: (612) 497-3384
October 12, 1990
City of Otsego
13474 NE 95th Street
Elk River, Minnesota 55330
RE: DRAINAGE PROBLEM -- C.OTJN'I'Y ROAD 37 AND INTERSTATE 94 AREA
Honorable Chairman and Board Members:
As you know there has been a drainage problem involving the area at
C,�mty 37 and Interstate No. 94. Part of Otsego is within the drainage area
and contributes surface water run. -off from 40 plus acres.
You recently received a copy of a letter dated October 1, 1990 from Peter
R. Raatikaa addressed to Frankfort Township. It is the position of the City of
Albertville that as part of Otsego is within the concerned drainage area, it
should in fairness contribute both to the planning and also the cost of
alleviating the flooding. As to cost allocation it appears that Otsego should
bear 13.2%, of the overall cost, which is their pro rates share of the drainage
area. If Otsego does not participate in the cost, other affected governmental
units must necessarily bear all the costs even though they are not the total
contributors of the storm water.
Also, while the contributing area is primarily not a nursery or tree
farm, future commercial or industrial development would accelerate and
increase runoff which would require some type of storm water drainage system
to handle it.
We believe it is in the interest of Otsego to be involved in the handling
of the runoff of the drainage area now and in the future.
May we hear from you shortly.
Sincerely,
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
Maureen T. Andrews
City Administrator
Make our City ........ Your City
We invite Home, Industry, Business
INCOME/BILLS
OCTOBER 15,1990
SEWER ACCOUNTS
$ 5,157.78
ALBERTVILLE BAR
1,000.00
152 CLUB
1,000.00
RAMOND CARLSON
2,500.00
LINDENFELSER EXCAVATING
25.00
DOUG PSYK
52,500.00
UNIVERSAL TITLE INS. CO.
2,500.00
SHERBURNE COUNTY ABSTRACT TITLE CO.
1,989.57
FIRST SECURITY TITLE INC.
13,333.32
WRIGHT TITLE GAURANTEE CO
6,666.66
CENTRAL MINN CONCRETE, INC.
27.75
WRIGHT TITLE GAURANTEE CO.
2,500.00
WRIGHT TITLE GAURANTEE CO.
3,059.08
WRIGHT TITLE GAURANTEE CO.
5,994.32
MICHAEL WELTER
2,500.00
CLEM MARX
7,500.00
JOHN RADEMACHER
40.00
ALBERTVILLE JAYCEES
50.00
BRYAN CARLSON
2,500.00
TOTAL $105,685.70
BILLS TO BE PAID
10934
BOB BRAAN
$ 135.00
10935
DONATUS VETSCH
115.00
10936
GARY SCHWENZFEIER
170.00
10937
JIM KRYSTOSEK
133.04
10938
GARY SCHWENZFEIER - CANDY
20.00
10939
JIM KRYSTOSEK
3.80
10940
JACKIE PETERSON
284.19
10941
POSTMASTER
52.40
10942
DON CORNELIUS
90,00
10943
KEN LINDSAY
628.27
10944
MIKE RUTKOWSKI
452.97
10945
MAUREEN ANDREWS
773.67
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10946
JACKIE PETERSON
492.72
10947
JAMES FARRIS
52.13
10948
TREVOR KNOX
42.82
10949
KEN LINDSAY
100.83
10950
MIKE RUTKOWSKI
21.14
10951
CROW RIVER NEWS
130.21
10952
MID -CENTRAL
745.00
10953
RC-IGER KIR.SCHT FLOOR REPAIR.
37.50
10954
CENTURY LABS
540.21
10955
BARTHEL EXCAVATION, INC.
100.00
10956
NORTHER GASES INC.
36.00
10957
ROBERT MINKEMA
300.00
10958
PARTS 66
384.81
10959
NEW BRIGHTON LUMBER
437.12
10960
MONTICELLO ANIMAL CONTROL
67.50
10961
SUPERIOR PRODUCTS
495.62
10962
DENNIS FEHN GRAVEL
201.00
10963
MONTICELLO PRINTING, INC.
84.25
10964
ALBERTVILLE AUTO PARTS, INC.
83.75
10965
NSP
1,704.49
10966
DON'S AUTO SERVICE
66.26
10967
PERA
.9.0!0
10968
MINNEGASCO
1.65
10969
NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS
3,079.78
10970
LAERDAL MEDICAL CORP
6,004.59
10971
CHOUINARD'S
113.08
10972
FEDERATED PROPANE
679,00
10973
D.J.'S TOTAL
856.90
10974
ROBERT MILLER
283.00
TOTAL
$ 20,013.70
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
-� P. O. BOX 131
ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA 55301
PHONE: (612) 497-3384
tX,T)TBER 15, 1990
ADDITIONAL LNCCtfE/BILLS TO BE PAID
�� l
EWER ACCOUNTS $2,289.32
FRASER STEEL 500.00
ALBER`iVILLE JACEES 6,000.00
PREVIOUS TOTAL $105,685.70
NEW TOTAL $114,475.02
BILLS TO BE PAID
10975 TOWN OF OTSEGO $ 37.50
10976 CITY OF MONTICELLO 416.50
1097' WRIGHT CO. DEP'IMNT HWYS 450.00
10978 JAMES FARRIS P/T HELP 19.71
10979 TREVOR KNOX 29.20
PREVIOUS TOTAL $ 20,013.70
NEW TOTAL $ 20,966.61
Make our City ........ Your City
We invite Home, Industry, Business