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2025-04-07 City Council Agenda Packet
City of Albertville Council Agenda Monday, April 7, 2025 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 March 17, 2025, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented. 3-6 B. Authorize the Monday, April 7, 2025, 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. 7 C. Approve a Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for the Albertville Lions for June 13 through June 15, 2025, for the 2025 Annual Albertville Friendly City Days Festival event. 8 D. Approve street closures as requested for Albertville Friendly City Days and extended hours for Central Park for June 11 through June 15, 2025. 9-11 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 E. Fire – None City of Albertville City Council Agenda Monday, April 7, 2025 Page 2 of 2 F.Planning and Zoning 1.Backyard Chicken Discussion 12-50 G.Public Works/Engineering - None H.Legal – None I.Administration 1.Authorize Hiring of Utility Worker Position 51 (Motion to appoint Micheyla Geraets to the full-time position of Utility Maintenance Worker (Wastewater and Utilities), at a starting wage of $33.57 per hour, conditioned on successful completion of a background check.) 2.City Administrator’s Update 52-53 10.Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings April 8 Planning Commission, 7 pm April 14 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm April 21 Local Board of Appeals and Equalization, 6:15 pm April 21 City Council, 7 pm April 28 Joint Power Water Board, 6 pm Parks Committee, 7 pm May 5 City Council, 7 pm 11.Adjournment ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL DRAFT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES March 17, 2025 – 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: Fire Chief Bullen, Public Works Supervisor Guimont, Finance Director Lannes, and City Clerk Luedke. 3. Recognitions – Presentations – Introductions – None 4. Public Forum There was no one present for the public forum. 5. Amendments to the Agenda There were no amendments to the agenda. MOTION made by Councilmember Hayden, seconded by Councilmember Cocking to approve the March 17, 2025, agenda as submitted. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, 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 March 3, 2025, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented. B. Authorize the Monday, March 17, 2025, 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. Approve renewal of liquor licenses for licensee listed in the staff report for the period of April 15, 2025, through April 14, 2026, contingent upon successful Wright County Sheriff’s Department review for liquor law violations. D. Approve an On-Sale Intoxicating with Sunday Sale liquor license for Si Senor Restaurant contingent upon a successful background check. E. Approve the addition of new Medical Leave of Absence and Personal Leave of Absence Policies to the Albertville Fire Department’s Standard Operating Policies and Procedures. Agenda Page 3 City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 2 Regular Meeting of March 17, 2025 MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Hayden to approve the March 17, 2025, 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 Deputy who was present reviewed incidents which occurred over the past few weeks within the City. 9. Department Business A. City Council 1. Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC, etc.) Councilmember Zagorski reported he and Administrator Nafstad testified in front of the Capital Investment Committee in support of Bill HF 1541 requesting $10 million dollars for upgrades the Joint Power Water Treatment Plant Expansion to make improvements to remove contaminants. He answered questions from the other Councilmembers regarding the hearing. B. Building – None C. City Clerk – None D. Finance – None E. Fire 1. Fire Department Update Fire Chief Bullen said the Albertville Fire Department began its hiring process and received seven applications. He also provided details on the draft Joint Dispatch agreement with the cities of St. Michael and Hanover and said upon review and approval from all the cities, the agreement would be submitted to the Wright County Sheriff’s Department for their approval. Chief Bullen said the City of Otsego published their 2025 Spring Newsletter which included the Chiefs Corner. He said in the article, Emergency Services Director Raush thanked all their contract services except for the Albertville Fire Department and the Rogers Fire Department even though the Albertville Fire Department has provided contract service to Otsego for decades with several firefighters, currently on the fire department, responding to calls for over 20 years. He also discussed Otsego’s development of their Fire Emergency Services Community Risk Reduction Team, tasked with attending community events. Bullen said Otsego started to recruit current fire department members for the team and he was concerned the firefighters would be given direction from another City and driving their fire vehicles to the events which potentially violates state statute because a certain class driver’s license and training was required. He said Albertville firefighters were only exempt from the statute while employed by the Albertville Fire Department when on the job. He was also frustrated that the City met with the Otsego Emergency Services Director at the beginning of the year, and he said they would be more transparent, but that was not happening. He answered questions from the Council. There was much Council discussion regarding the City of Otsego’s Fire Department, the Fire Chief’s article, and they expressed their disappointment with the omission. Agenda Page 4 City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 3 Regular Meeting of March 17, 2025 F. Planning and Zoning – None G. Public Works/Engineering – None H. Legal – None I. Administration 1. Accept Donation and Authorize the Purchase of New Dugouts for Central Park Public Works Supervisor Guimont provided information on the construction materials for the new dugouts and answered questions from Council. Councilmember Olson provided additional information from the Parks Committee meeting regarding the type of materials being used for the dugouts. There was Council discussion regarding the new dugouts and the donation received. The Council thanked the Albertville Lions for their generous donation. MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Olson to adopt Resolution No. 2025-09 accepting a donation in the amount of $37,250 from the Albertville Lions for the purchase of four new dugouts for Central Park. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried. MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Olson to authorize City staff to accept a quote from Justin A. Anderson for the new dugouts in Central Park not to exceed $37,250. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried. 2. City Administrator’s Update City Clerk Luedke reported the Joint Governance meeting with the City of St. Michael and STMA School District was scheduled for March 31, 2025, at the St. Michael City Hall. She also said City staff added a congratulatory message to the large billboard on I94 for the STMA High School Varsity Wrestling Team through the end of March. Clerk Luedke answered questions from Council regarding the upcoming backyard chicken discussion scheduled for the first meeting in April. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings March 18 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm March 24 Joint Power Water Board, 6 pm Parks Committee, 7 pm March 31 Joint Governance Meeting, 6 pm (at City of St. Michael) April 7 City Council, 7 pm April 8 Planning Commission, 7 pm April 14 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm 10. Adjournment Agenda Page 5 City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 4 Regular Meeting of March 17, 2025 MOTION made by Councilmember Hayden, second by Councilmember Olson to adjourn the meeting at 7:28 pm. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried. Respectfully submitted, _____________________________ Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk Agenda Page 6 Mayor and Council Request for Action April 7, 2025 SUBJECT: CONSENT – FINANCE – PAYMENT OF BILLS RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION TO: Authorize the Monday, April 7, 2025, 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 have reviewed and recommends approval of payments presented. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to approve all bills pursuant to Minnesota State Law, which requires all bills to be paid in a timely manner, generally within 30 days unless one party determines to dispute the billing. Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD Attachment: • List of Claims (under separate cover) Agenda Page 7 Mayor and Council Request for Action April 7, 2025 SUBJECT: CONSENT – CLERK – ON-SALE TEMPORARY LIQUOR LICENSE FOR ALBETVILLE LIONS RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider the following: MOTION TO: Approve a Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for the Albertville Lions for June 13 through June 15, 2025, for the 2025 Annual Albertville Friendly City Days Festival event. BACKGROUND: The Albertville Lions has applied for a temporary on-sale liquor license for this year’s annual Albertville Friendly City Days festival. This year’s festival is scheduled for Wednesday, June 11 through Sunday June 15, 2025. KEY ISSUES: •The Albertville Lions has applied for a temporary liquor license for this year’s Albertville Friendly City Days Festival. •The organization has submitted the appropriate liquor liability coverage for the event. •The Albertville Friendly City Days has submitted the $100 fee for the event. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There is minimal financial revenue collected from the applicants for temporary liquor licensing. 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 On File: •Temporary Liquor License application is on file in the City Clerk’s Office Agenda Page 8 Mayor and Council Request for Action April 7, 2025 SUBJECT: CONSENT – CLERK – ALBERTVILLE FRIENDLY CITY DAYS STREET CLOSING AND PARK HOURS REQUEST RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider passing the following: MOTION TO: Approve the Albertville Friendly City Day’s requests for street closings and modified Central Park hours identified below: BACKGROUND: Friendly City Days will be held Wednesday, June 11 through Sunday, June 15, 2025. The Friendly City Days Committee is requesting the street closure for the dates and times listed above for the festival. City Code Section 8-3-2 designates that City parks close at 10 pm unless special permission is given. The Committee is requesting an extension of park hours in Central Park for Wednesday, June 11 and Thursday, June 12 until 11 pm and Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14 until 1 am. However, in Section 5-5-1, Noise Control, a civic celebration recognized by the City Council is except from the noise provisions. KEY ISSUES: • The Albertville Friendly Days Committee has requested the same road closures in previous years. Included in the request is the closure of Lachman Avenue on Saturday, June 14 for the Lion’s Car and Truck Show. • The Committee has notified to the Wright County Highway Department for closure of CSAH 18 (50th ST) on June 15. Street Closure Requested Date(s) Time Activity 58th St NE (Main Ave to Lander Ave) June 9-15 All day Carnival Lander Ave NE (58th St to Gordy Berning’s driveway) June 9-15 All day Carnival Main Ave NE (57th St to 59th St) Fri. June 13 6 pm – 2:30 am Friday activities Main Ave NE (57th St to 59th St) Sat. June 14 8 am – 2:30 am Saturday Activities Lachman Ave (between STMA Arena to 57th Street) 60th Street (Lachman Ave to County Road19) Sat. June 14 8 am – 3 pm Lions Car & Truck Show Main Ave NE (50th St to 60th St), 59th St NE (Barthel Ind. Dr to Main Ave) Barthel Ind. Dr. (51st St to 59th St) 50th ST (Barthel Ind. Dr to Main Ave) 51st ST (Barthel Ind. Dr to Main Ave) 57th ST (Barthel Ind. Dr to Main Ave) 60th St NE (CSAH 37 to Main Ave) Sun. June 15 Sun. June 15 Sun. June 15 Sun. June 15 Sun. June 15 Sun. June 15 Sun. June 15 11 am – 4 pm 11 am – 4 pm 11 am – 4 pm 11 am – 12 pm 11 am – 4 pm 11 am – 12 pm 11 am – 4 pm Parade/5K Run Parade Parade/5K Run 5K Run Parade/5K Run 5K Run Parade Extended Central Park Hours Requested Wed. and Thur., June 11th and June 12th, until 11 pm Fri. and Sat., June 13 and June 14, until 1 am Agenda Page 9 Mayor and Council Request for Action – April 7, 2025 Consent – Clerk – AFCD Street Closing Requests Page 2 of 2 • The Committee has also submitted a request for assistance from the Wright County Sheriff’s Office for security and traffic control for the event. • The bands scheduled for the Friday and Saturday performances are already under contract to perform until 1 am. POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and City Council have the authority to approve or deny requests for street closures and the extension of City park hours. The City Council has approved the request as presented in the past. Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD Attachments: • Albertville Friendly City Days Committee request letter Agenda Page 10 Albertville Friendly City Days P.O. Box 162 Albertville, MN 55301 April 1, 2025 City of Albertville P.O. Box 9 Albertville, MN 55301 City Council, The Albertville Friendly City Days committee is requesting permission to close down the following list of streets on the days listed during Friendly City Days. Street Date Time Activity _________________________________________________________________________________________ 58th Street (Main Avenue to Lander Avenue) June 9-15 All Day Carnival Lander Avenue (58th Street to Gordy Berning’s Driveway) June 9-15 All Day Carnival Main Avenue (57th Street to 59th Street ) June 13 6:00 pm-2:30 am Friday Activities Main Avenue (57th Street to 59th Street ) June 14 8:00 am-2:30 am Saturday Activities Lachman Avenue (STMA Arena to 57th Street) June 14 8:00 am-3:30 pm Car Show 60th Street (Lachman Avenue to County Road 19) June 14 8:00 am-3:30 pm Car Show Main Avenue (50th Street to 60th Street) June 15 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Parade/5K Run 59th Street (Barthel Industrial Drive to Main Street) June 15 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Parade Barthel Industrial Drive (51st Street to 59th Street) June 15 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Parade/5K Run 50th Street (Barthel Industrial Drive to Main Avenue) June 15 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 5K Run 51st Street (Barthel Industrial Drive to Main Street) June 15 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Parade/5K Run 57th Street (Barthel Industrial Drive to Main Avenue) June 15 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 5K Run 60th Street (CSAH 37 to Main Avenue) June 15 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Parade For your information the committee has submitted applications to Wright County Highway Department for closing CSAH18 (50th Street) on June 15th. We have also requested assistance from the Wright County Sheriff’s office for security and traffic disbursement for the entire weekend. Again this year, The carnival will open on Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The Firemen’s Relief Association will again be sponsoring Craft Beer Tasting event during the garage band performances on Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The Lions, Foxtailers, and Firemen Relief Association will apply for a Strong Intoxicating Liquor License for the weekend. The events in the Park on Wednesday and Thursday evenings would end at 10:00 p.m. We are requesting permission to extend the hours in the city park for Wednesday and Thursday, June 11th and 12th until 11:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, June 13th and 14th to 1:00 am the next morning for the Carnival, Softball tournament, and Live Bands. Sincerely, LeRoy Berning Albertville Friendly City Days Committee Agenda Page 11 Mayor and Council Communication Meeting Date April 7, 2025 SUBJECT: PLANNING DEPARTMENT – BACKGROUND CHICKENS RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following for discussion and direction. BACKGROUND: Earlier this year a resident approached the City Council about allowing backyard chickens. Council asked staff to research and report back for further discussion. The Council had previously discussed this in 2022 and decided not to amend the code to allow backyard chickens at that time. KEY ISSUES: •The City currently does not allow backyard chickens. •Chickens are regulated by land-use and currently only permitted on a farm in agricultural districts. •Many cities allow backyard chicken with specific criteria. •Consideration to permit include lot size and mitigating potential nuisance conditions. POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Council has full discretion to allow or not allow backyard chickens. Should the Council choose to allow the following should be discussed: •Minimum lot size for backyard chickens •Setbacks for coops and runs •Limit number of chickens and types •Performance standards to mitigate nuisance conditions such as waste management •Permitting process- by right, license, CUP, etc. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: None. If the Council proceeds with allowing the use and permitting, then application fees could cover administration costs. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: Should the Council choose to allow backyard chickens, there are legal considerations for how permitting would be administered and how violations could be enforced. Responsible Person: Jenni Faulkner, City Planner, Bolton & Menk Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD Attachments: •Memo from Bolton & Menk •Map of parcels .5 are or larger •Map of parcels 1.0 acre or larger •2022 Chicken Staff Memo and Council Minutes Agenda Page 12 \\Burnsville4\h\ALBT\25X137505000\4_Research\Chickens\Chicken CC Memo.docx MEMORANDUM Date: April 3, 2025 To: Adam Nafstad, City of Albertville From: Dylan Edwards, Consulting Planner Jenni Faulkner, Consultant Planner Item: Discussion on “Chicken Ownership in City Limits” Background A recent request to own and harbor chickens by a resident offers the city an opportunity to revisit the matter, which was last discussed in 2022. At that time, the council decided to not amend the code and permit chickens in the city. Chickens are defined as farm animals in the code and are only permitted in the agricultural districts and with certain requirements as noted in the code (below). Animals are regulated in the Zoning Ordinance as follows: 2300.1: CARE OF ANIMALS: Domestic animals kept within any zoning district and farm animals kept within the agricultural districts shall be subject to the following requirements: A. The size, number, species, facilities for and location of animals kept shall be maintained so as not to constitute a danger or nuisance by means of odor, noise or other elements. B. The person caring for any animal(s) shall be of sufficient age, knowledge and experience to adequately and safely care for and control the animal(s). C. Facilities for housing animal(s) shall be: 1. Constructed of such material as is appropriate for the animal(s) involved. 2. Maintained in good repair. 3. Controlled as to temperature, ventilated and lighted compatible with the health and comfort of the animal(s). 4. Of sufficient size to allow each animal to make normal postural and social adjustments with adequate freedom of movement. Inadequate space may be indicated by evidence of malnutrition, poor condition, debility, stress or abnormal behavior patterns. 5. Cleaned as often as necessary to prevent contamination of the animal(s) contained therein and to minimize disease hazards and reduce odors. D. Animals shall be provided wholesome, palatable food and water free from contamination and of sufficient quantity and nutritive value to maintain all animals in good health. E. Animals kept in pet shops or kennels shall be kept in accordance with regulations for pet shops and kennels 2 in addition to the regulations provided by this ordinance. Agenda Page 13 \\Burnsville4\h\ALBT\25X137505000\4_Research\Chickens\Chicken CC Memo.docx F. Disposal facilities shall be provided to minimize vermin, infestation, odors, and disease hazards. G. All outdoor facilities for housing or confining animals shall maintain the required minimum principal building setbacks for the applicable residential zoning districts. H. The entrance of all outdoor facilities and/or doghouses shall be oriented towards the interior of the property on which the outdoor facility is located. I. No outdoor facilities for housing commercial kennels or veterinarian clinics shall be constructed within the commercial or industrial districts. (Ord. 2007-05, 5-21-2007) Definitions within the Zoning Code are as follows: Chicken—Under the current definitions in the Albertville City Code Appendix A: Zoning Ordinance, Chickens are considered Farm Animals. Domestic Animal – “House pets such as dogs, cats, and birds which can be contained within a principal structure throughout the year, provided that the containment can be accomplished without special modification to the structure requiring a building permit from the city. In addition, it includes birds and rabbits normally sheltered outside the home.” Farm Animals- Cattle, hogs, bees, sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys, horses and other animals commonly accepted as "farm animals" in the state of Minnesota Livestock- Any animals or poultry or other fowl, except dogs, cats and birds, owned by the resident of the premises and kept as pets but not for commercial sale except incidental to their character as pets. Other City Chicken/Fowl Regulations City of Otsego Zoning Requirements: Under Chapter 26: Animals of the Otsego Code Section 4.G Reads: “The keeping and maintaining of chickens, pheasants, doves, pigeons, and similar small fowl shall be allowed in all residential districts by issuance of a fowl keeping license, subject to compliance with the following standards: 1. The number of fowl allowed per property shall be equivalent to 0.1 animal unit per acre. 2. The keeping of roosters, male peacocks, and waterfowl shall be prohibited. 3. The fowl must be housed within an enclosed accessory building and fenced outdoor yard that conforms to the accessory building provisions applicable to the district in which they are kept. 4. The accessory building containing the fowl must be within a rear yard and shall be subject to the required setbacks for principal buildings within the respective zoning district with the additional stipulation that the side yard setbacks must be double those required for principal buildings. 5. The keeping and care of such fowl is provided as regulated by this Code. 6. The owner/keeper of the fowl shall control the animal manure and dispose of it properly. 7. If eggs are harvested, they shall not be offered for sale from the premises. Agenda Page 14 \\Burnsville4\h\ALBT\25X137505000\4_Research\Chickens\Chicken CC Memo.docx 8. The fowl keeping license shall apply only to the named applicant, shall not run with the land, and may not be transferred. It shall automatically terminate upon the vacation of the property by the applicant. 9. The fee for the fowl keeping license shall be as set forth by section 3-1-2 of this Code. (Prior Code § 20-26-4)” Otsego considers the number of chickens on one acre equivalent to 1 animal unit to be 50. • Therefore, on a one-acre parcel, the maximum permitted number of chickens is 5 • The smallest parcel on which one could own a single chicken is 0.2 acres. • No specific requirements for the dimensions or performance standards related to the chicken coop or run other than the general regulations related to all animal-keeping structures are included. • The side yard setbacks are doubled to reduce the likelihood of nuisance causation by the chickens due to proximity to neighboring properties. City of St. Michael Zoning Requirements: The City of St. Michael treats the rearing of chickens as the rearing of poultry, which they consider a feedlot activity subject to the standards set forth under their Feedlot ordinance. • The smallest parcel the animals can be raised on is 4 acres with a limited density of .5 animal units per acre. • Using the state definition of an animal unity, where a chicken is equal to .01 animal units, allowing a maximum of 200 chickens on a 4-acre lot. • Additionally, structures housing these animals require a 100-foot property line setback and must meet all feedlot shoreland setbacks. City of Delano Zoning Requirements (used as example in 2022): The ordinance passed by the City of Delano on urban chicken rearing set the following parameters for ownership. • Maximum allowance of 4 chickens • A site and cleaning plan are required for the constructed coop run structure. • Sets performance standards on coops in line with accessory structure standards. • Provides defined enforcement and licensing procedures. Zoning Questions to Consider 1. Does the city want to permit or prohibit Chicken ownership? 2. What has changes since 2022 to consider amending the ordinance now? 3. If the city wants to permit Chickens: a. How does the city want to permit? i. Conditional use permit? ii. Administrative permit? iii. No permit/approval needed? b. Should these be limited to less dense parcels such as: i. Residential parcels non communally owned over 0.5 acres? ii. Residential parcels non communally owned over 1 acre? c. Does the city want to impose performance standards for constructing coup/runs? Agenda Page 15 \\Burnsville4\h\ALBT\25X137505000\4_Research\Chickens\Chicken CC Memo.docx i. Size ii. Location iii. Setbacks iv. Waste management v. Noise (prohibit roosters) vi. Odors 4. Does the city want to establish a position for rearing other fowls, such as ducks, geese, quail, pigeons, etc., in the city? a. Do the performance standards for chickens meet the needs of these fowl without subjecting neighboring residents to nuisances? 5. If chickens or other fowl are permitted, is there concern about allowing other urban farm animals such as miniature horses or pigs or goats for example? Attachments Map of parcels .5 are or larger Map of parcels 1.0 acre or larger 2022 Chicken Staff Memo and Council Minutes Agenda Page 16 2, 85 7.0 Parcels Eligible for Chickens at 0.5 Acres 2,0000 Feet Disclaimer: This drawing is neither a legally recorded map nor a survey and is not intended to be used as one. This drawing is a compilation of records, information, and data located in various city, county, and state offices, and other sources affecting the area shown, and is to be used for reference purposes only. The City of Albertville is not responsible for any inaccuracies herein contained. © Bolton & Menk, Inc - Web GIS 4/1/2025 3:33 PM Agenda Page 17 2, 85 7.0 Parcels Eligible for Chickens at 1.0 Acre 2,0000 Feet Disclaimer: This drawing is neither a legally recorded map nor a survey and is not intended to be used as one. This drawing is a compilation of records, information, and data located in various city, county, and state offices, and other sources affecting the area shown, and is to be used for reference purposes only. The City of Albertville is not responsible for any inaccuracies herein contained. © Bolton & Menk, Inc - Web GIS 4/1/2025 3:45 PM Agenda Page 18 Mayor and Council Request for Action April 18, 2022 SUBJECT: PLANNING - URBAN CHICKENS DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: The Council is requested to provide City Staff with direction as to whether a code amendment to allow Urban Chickens within the City of Albertville should be pursued. Any change in the Zoning Code will require processing the amendment through a Planning Commission public hearing and final action by Council. BACKGROUND: The City has received a resident request to have the City consider a code change to allow chickens on urban residential lots. Currently, chickens and other fowl are defined as “farm animals” as opposed to “domestic animals” in the Albertville Zoning Code. Under this definition, chickens are only allowed within the City’s Agricultural Zoning Districts. The resident has cited the adoption of the Urban Chicken ordinance by the City of Delano in 2020 as a model for Albertville consideration. We have attached the adopted Delano ordinance and the background information that was provided to the Delano Planning Commission and City Council for their consideration of this issue. KEY ISSUES: There are strong opinions on both sides of this issue. Arguments on both sides which have been identified in other Cities are listed below. Greater detail to both sides of the issue is presented in the attachments. Comments offered by residents in favor of the amendment included the following: • The allowance of small poultry is consistent with the City’s desire to be a “green” community. • The impacts of small fowl are similar to that of dogs and dog kennels which are currently allowed in the City. • The keeping of small poultry in residential zoning districts provides an educational opportunity for children. • No evidence exists that the allowance of small poultry in residential districts will have negative impacts. • Numerous other cities (both nationally and in the State of Minnesota) allow the keeping of small poultry in residential zoning districts. Comments offered by residents opposed to the amendment included the following: • Poultry often carry undesirable diseases. • Farm animals should remain on farms. People often move to cities to avoid farm-related impacts (i.e. odors, noise). Agenda Page 22Agenda Page 19 Mayor and Council Request for Action – April 18, 2022 Planning - Request for Urban Chickens Page 2 of 2 •The keeping of small poultry in residential zoning districts will have a negative impact upon area property values. •Poultry containment areas and structures are not desirable from an aesthetic standpoint. •The City does not have the resources to effectively enforce on violations of the chicken regulations. •The allowance of small poultry in residential zoning districts would establish an undesirable precedent in regard to the keeping of other types of farm animals in the City. •The keeping of small poultry in residential districts will create noise and odor issues. •Small poultry will attract predator animals to the City’s residential neighborhoods. We would note that there was both support and opposition to the Delano code amendment. Delano City Staff and the Delano Planning Commission after a public hearing, recommended against the code amendment due to concerns on the impact on neighboring properties. The Council approved the code amendment in July 2020. The Delano ordinance has resulted in only 3 permits to date. POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: In past consideration of urban chickens, the City Council has not sought to change the current regulations. The City has had a number of illegal chicken coops that have generated complaints from neighboring properties. City has taken enforcement actions to have these coops removed. The City may choose to revisit this issue and consider a code change. The Council will need to determine if the code change will create benefits for its residents that outweigh the potential negatives. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The financial considerations related to this issue will be related to the code development, code enforcement. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The City Council has the legal authority to amend its regulations related to the keeping of chickens. Responsible Person: Alan Brixius, City Planner Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD Attachments: •Delano June 2020 Planning Report Chickens •Delano June 2020 Planning Report Exhibits A,B,C,D •Delano July 2020 Adopted Ordinance O-20-08 Chickens Agenda Page 23Agenda Page 20 4150 Olson Memorial Highway, Ste. 320, Golden Valley, MN 55422 Telephone: 763.957.1100 Website: www.nacplanning.com MEMORANDUM TO:Phil Kern FROM: Ryan Grittman / Alan Brixius DATE: June 2, 2020 RE:Chicken Keeping Ordinance Amendment FILE NO: 432.08 BACKGROUND City Staff has been asked to research and draft an ordinance allowing urban chickens in the City of Delano. The ordinance has been requested by several City Council members. Staff has researched the pros and cons of allowing “urban chickens”. The issue of backyard chicken raising was discussed in 2011. The City Council at that time decided not to make an ordinance amendment. Below is an analysis of chicken keeping and an explanation of the draft ordinance. ANALYSIS Benefits of Keeping Chickens. While most of the sources online that relate to the benefits of keeping chickens are blogs and other opinion related articles, the consensus is that keeping chickens allows for fresh eggs and meat. However, the opinion-based articles online list the following positive reasons to keep and maintain chickens: Fresh eggs. According to Greenamerica.org, eggs that come from pasture-raised chickens are more nutritious than factory farm eggs. Further, the eggs contain less cholesterol according to the blog. The blog also notes that the chickens also provide fresh meat as opposed to heavily processed meat found in stores. Education for kids and neighbors. According to blogger Meredith Skyer on Homegrown.org, keeping chickens is a chance to educate neighbors on what chickens eat, and how industrial food is produced. Agenda Page 24Agenda Page 21 2 Insect control. According to homegrown.org, chickens will eat bugs and provide insect control. Staff believes that this could potentially cut down on the amount of insect killer that is sprayed on lawns. Few predators in the neighborhood. According to homegrown.org, chickens have few predators in the City. The blog points out that predators such as foxes, weasels, cats, and hawks are not an issue in urban environments. Manure as fertilizer. According to greenamerica.org, chicken manure can be used for composting or as fertilizer. Staff has compiled the following exhibits to support these claims: Exhibit A: GreenAmerica.org – The Many Benefits of Backyard Chickens (no author cited) Exhibit B: HomeGrown.org – The Pros and Cons to Raising Chickens in the City (blog) Cons of Keeping Chickens. Keeping chickens can potentially cause health concerns for the residents at the property as well as the community. Staff has compiled the following sources to support this data: Exhibit C: Illinois Department of Health – Human Health Concerns About Raising Poultry Exhibit D: CDC – How to Stay Healthy Around Backyard Poultry Some concerns are as follows: Salmonella. Direct contact with chickens, as well as chicken manure, can cause the transfer of salmonella to humans. While chickens may be considered pets, they should not be handled the same way that a domestic house cat or a dog is handled. In 2019, 1,134 people in the United States were infected from salmonella as a result of coming into contact with backyard poultry (source: CDC). Predators. Keeping chickens can potentially attract predators such a foxes, coyotes, birds of prey, weasels, skunks, stray dogs, and feral cats. Introducing these predators to an urban environment can cause a potentially dangerous situation for humans including animal bits, or traffic accidents. While the benefits identify that urban environments have fewer predators, it must be mentioned that Delano is a small community in close proximity to rural environments. Wildlife is frequently sighted in the community. Rodents. The storage of chicken feed can potentially cause an infestation of rats or mice. This is a major public health concern as rodents can carry diseases communicable to humans and pets. Agenda Page 25Agenda Page 22 3 Nuisance. The keeping of chickens can potentially create a nuisance issue related to odors. Chicken manure and urine can potentially create unpleasant odors if the chicken coop / run is not cleaned on a regular basis. Chickens as Pets. While we think of chicken keeping the same as keeping a domestic cat or dog, there are special considerations and handling that are necessary for the keeping of chickens. The CDC recommends that households with children under five years old should not keep chickens. Further, persons with weak immune systems, elderly persons, and pregnant women should not be exposed to chickens (source Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Sanitation. Sanitation is crucial to avoid a public health problem related to chickens. People who handle chickens should wash their hands after feeding, cleaning the coop / run, or handling the chickens in any way. Further, it’s recommended that anyone who enters the chicken coop / run should have a separate pair of shoes that are only used for that purpose and left outside at all times. Staff Findings. Staff has compiled a list of findings from a public hearing from the City of Montrose in 2010 where a chicken keeping ordinance was considered. The findings from that hearing contain points that both support and oppose a chicken keeping ordinance. It should be noted that the City of Montrose chose not to adopt a chicken keeping ordinance after hearing public testimony. Benefits of keeping chickens The allowance of small poultry is consistent with the City’s desire to be a “green” community. The impacts of small fowl are similar to that of dogs and dog kennels which are currently allowed in the City. The keeping of small poultry in residential zoning districts provides an educational opportunity for children. No evidence exists that the allowance of small poultry in residential districts will have negative impacts. Numerous other cities (both nationally and in the State of Minnesota) allow the keeping of small poultry in residential zoning districts. Cons of keeping chickens Poultry often carry undesirable diseases. Farm animals should remain on farms. People often move to cities to avoid farm-related impacts (i.e. odors). The keeping of small poultry in residential zoning districts will have a negative impact upon area property values. Poultry containment areas and structures are not desirable from an aesthetic standpoint. Agenda Page 26Agenda Page 23 4 The cost of raising chickens for egg production is not economically viable (as the cost of feed often exceeds the cost of eggs at local supermarkets). The City does not have the resources to effectively enforce to proposed ordinance. The allowance of small poultry in residential zoning districts would establish an undesirable precedent in regard to the keeping of other types of farm animals in the City. The keeping of small poultry in residential districts will create noise and odor issues. Small poultry will attract predator animals to the City’s residential neighborhoods. Draft Ordinance Analysis. The draft ordinance attempts to regulate chicken keeping with the following highlights: License Required. All chicken keeping will be required to obtain a license from the City. Further, chicken keeping will only be allowed in single-family residential districts. Prohibition on Roosters. Under no conditions will roosters be allowed. This is a standard requirement that all chicken keeping ordinances have. Limit on Quantity. Staff is recommending a limit of four hen chickens be allowed. This standard would be applied to all single-family properties that allow chickens. Lot Requirements / Setbacks. In order for a property to obtain a chicken keeping license, a property must be a conforming lot of record. This is to ensure undersized parcels that cannot handle a coop / run do not keep chickens. Further, the coop / run structure must meet the principal setbacks for the respective district and be closer to the principal home than a residential building on a neighboring parcel. Single-Family Zoning Only. Staff is recommending that chicken keeping only be allowed on single-family lots. It should be noted that the R-A Rural / Agricultural District already allows chicken keeping as a permitted use. Accessory Structure. Residential districts limit the number of accessory structures to one attached and one detached per property; or two detached structures per property. Further, the zoning ordinance limits the cumulative square feet of accessory structures allowed on a property. As part of the chicken keeping ordinance, a chicken coop / run will count towards these limits. For reference, zoning district square footage limits are as follows: Agenda Page 27Agenda Page 24 5 Zoning District Maximum Allowable Floor Area R-A 4,000 sq. ft. R-E 2,000 sq. ft. R-1 1,500 sq. ft. R-2 1,500 sq. ft. R-3 1,200 sq. ft. R-4 1,200 sq. ft. R-5 1,200 sq. ft. Enforcement / Revocation. Staff has prepared a strong enforcement section to this ordinance. The enforcement is setup to revoke chicken keeping licensing if a property has three verified complaints. Further, a violation of the chicken keeping ordinance will be considered a public health nuisance, which is a misdemeanor and is subject to a fine. Staff has also prepared language that states a chicken keeping license will expire if the property no longer has chickens. Further, the license will expire if the property is sold. SUMMARY / CONCLUSION Allowing the keeping of chickens is a policy decision that the City Council will need to decide. Staff has laid out the pros and cons of keeping chickens in the City. This report is intended to offer a non-biased look at the keeping of chickens on residential properties in the City. Agenda Page 28Agenda Page 25 Exhibit A Agenda Page 29Agenda Page 26 Exhibit A Agenda Page 30Agenda Page 27 Exhibit A Agenda Page 31Agenda Page 28 Exhibit A Agenda Page 32Agenda Page 29 Exhibit B The Pros and Cons to Raising Chickens in the City • Posted by Meredith Skyer on November 19, 2013 at 5:30pm • View Blog After almost two years of raising chickens in the city, I would say we know the ins and outs pretty well. Over the years we've lost and gained birds. We've taken in birds from our friends, hatched chicks in an incubator, hatched chicks with a broody hen, given away birds, and butchered birds. All that experience has enabled me to amass quite the list when it comes to city chickens. So, hold onto your seats, cause away we go! The Pros: Very few predators We've heard horror stories from other chicken keepers about troubles with foxes, weasels, cats, hawks. We haven't had a single problem here in the city. Not to say that predators don't exist in the city, of course the do, we just haven't had any. Our yard is full of giant trees, which tends to protect it from predators in the sky. It's surrounded by a good fence, which protects our girls from predators on the ground. Our run and coop are covered in chicken wire every which way. The only predators I've seen in our yard are cats. We had one sitting on the top of the run, watching the nervous hens below, but it took off as soon as Nico was let out and never came back. Another day, I looked outside to see the ever curious Rosie in the neighbors yard, desperately trying to get back over the fence. Not 15 feet from her was a little black cat, just relaxing in the sun, watching her without a care in the world. Just so you know, I'm currently knocking on every piece of wood I can find, just hoping this doesn't come back to bite me in the ass. Enclosed free-range space Our ladies are let out to free range every day in our backyard. They pick through for bugs and weeds, take dust baths in dirt piles, and run and squawk to their heart's content. Although it would be great for them to have more space, I'm glad that they have a designated area. It keeps them from getting lost or eaten by predators, and I can keep an eye on them from the back porch Agenda Page 33Agenda Page 30 Exhibit B A chance to educate the neighborhood Since bringing home our birds, we've had a LOT of questions and talks with our neighbors about the chickens. You'd be surprised how little people know about the food they eat. You can read more about my talk with one of our neighbors who didn't know that the eggs at the grocery store come from chickens. Although it's sometimes mind boggling and frustrating to talk with neighbors about our mission here, we always jump at the chance to explain why we're doing this, and of course share some of our eggs. The more people know about the current state of our industrial food system, the better, and this gives us the chance to educate people who may never ask these questions otherwise. The Wow Factor Whenever I tell someone that we have ten chickens living in our yard, they say, "Oh, you must live in the country!" And I say, no, we live in the city, then explain our whole setup. Strangers are always shocked that you can raise chickens in the city, and it's always a great conversation point. If we did live in the country, I think our stories would be much more boring. Easy Access to Fresh Eggs and Meat Here in the city, we don't have easy access to quality food. We have easy access to cheap, junky food. Eggs are sold at the convenience store across the street, but they no doubt come from a factory farm and have been sitting around for weeks. Chicken is sold there too, pre-fried in Agenda Page 34Agenda Page 31 Exhibit B partially hydrogenated oils, coated in salt and preservatives, and boxed up so it can sit in the freezer for months and months. We're very lucky to have eggs and meat that came from happy birds that live a life more wonderful than most humans in third world countries, and it all comes from our backyard! The Cons: No Roosters When we first got our birds, I was fine with the fact that we're not allowed to keep roosters in the city. That was because I'd never had a rooster. When we unknowingly ended up with a rooster, Agenda Page 35Agenda Page 32 Exhibit B I discovered just how wonderful they are. Roosters protect the hens from predators. They spend their time standing on the highest pillar in the yard, scanning the ground and the skies and warning their harem of ladies if they spot something. Even if that something is just a pigeon flying by. Roosters are also immensely beautiful creatures. We've had a few here on our urban farm, and I thoroughly enjoyed watching them strut their stuff in my yard. Agenda Page 36Agenda Page 33 Exhibit B Agenda Page 37Agenda Page 34 Exhibit B Flock size limits We're only allowed to keep a certain number of birds here in the city. We can keep up to 25, but each bird needs to have at least 3 cubic feet of space in their enclosure. Our coop is big enough for about a dozen birds. If we could keep a hundred chickens, I probably would. No good place to butcher birds In the country, folks have an array of locations for butchering their birds that allows them privacy and ease of use. Here in the city, we struggle to come up with any space that's free from prying eyes, and gives us enough room for a table. We don't need to butcher often, but when we do, it's a mighty big issue. Legality Troubles Raising chickens in your city may be illegal, it is in many cities and suburbs across the U.S. If you choose to ignore the law and become a chicken rearing rebel, you have to be aware that it could come back to bite you in the ass. Friends of ours got caught with chickens in their yard and were forced to find a new home for all of them all that day. Other cities may charge you a hefty fine for breaking the law. Word to the wise: beware Licensing and Fees Agenda Page 38Agenda Page 35 Exhibit B Even if your city does allow backyard chickens, chances are that liberty comes along with some lovely permits and fees. Hey, the government has to find some way to make money off of your homesteading ventures, right? In our city the charge to keep chickens is $40 every year. You are also required to have housing and fencing that meets their standards, and are subjected to inspections, both announced and unannounced, whenever they damn well feel like it. If your operation isn't up to code, BAM! There's a fine at the very least, or they can make you re-home your flock. Is it a pain? Yes. Is it worth it? Absolutely. Confined spaces Oh, what I would give for a big old barn to house our flock. Our ladies have plenty of space to roam for three seasons out of the year, with the backyard and run available to them. Come wintertime, however, they are confined to the coop most days. Here in Upstate New York it gets MIGHTY cold and blustery in the winter, and with several feet of snow on the ground, there just isn't any way to free range our flock. If we lived in the country and had a barn for our ladies, they would at least have some extra space in the colder months. Neighbors Neighbors go on the pros and the cons list when it comes to chickens. We're very lucky to have understanding neighbors that enjoy watching our chickens rather than calling the cops on us. Of course, the egg bribery helps a bit. Although I usually enjoy educating our neighbors about urban farm life, it can get annoying at times. Sometimes I want to be able to sit in my backyard Agenda Page 39Agenda Page 36 Exhibit B and talk to my chickens without knowing that my neighbor is sitting in their house ten feet away, listening to our conversation. Of course, I suppose I could just NOT be an insane chicken lady, but I'm not so sure I have control over that. Noise There have been several times where we've temporarily housed a rooster, and I would cringe every time I would hear a crow coming from the yard, waiting in fear for the next sound to be pounding on my door. Even hens can be a rowdy bunch, when one lays an egg, the rest have to sing out in praise of it. Even though our immediate neighbors are wonderful, it doesn't stop me from worrying that the existence of our chickens will bother someone enough to call the authorities. Agenda Page 40Agenda Page 37 Exhibit B Agenda Page 41Agenda Page 38 Exhibit B So, there you have it. Although raising chickens in the city can be tough at times, I wouldn't give it up for anything. Our chickens make me incredibly happy, and despite the challenges, they live a wonderful life! Until next time, happy trails to you! Agenda Page 42Agenda Page 39 Exhibit C Agenda Page 43Agenda Page 40 Exhibit C Agenda Page 44Agenda Page 41 Exhibit C Agenda Page 45Agenda Page 42 https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/pets/farm-animals/backyard-poultry.html Exhibit D Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Backyard Poultry Poultry includes any domesticated bird kept for producing eggs or meat, such as chickens, ducks, geese, guinea fowl, and turkeys. Find information about pet birds on the birds page. Find information about wild birds on the wildlife page. How to stay healthy around backyard poultry Wash your hands • Wash your hands with soap and running water after touching backyard poultry or anything in the area where they live and roam. This includes: o After collecting eggs o After handling food or water containers or other equipment used for poultry • o After being in areas near poultry even if you did not touch the birds • Adults should supervise handwashing for young children. • Use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not readily available. You can also put hand sanitizer near your coop for easy access. Be safe around poultry • Don’t kiss backyard poultry or snuggle them and then touch your face or mouth. Agenda Page 46Agenda Page 43 https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/pets/farm-animals/backyard-poultry.html Exhibit D • Don’t let backyard poultry inside the house, especially in areas where food or drinks are prepared, served, or stored. • Don’t eat or drink in areas where poultry live or roam. • Set aside a pair of shoes to wear while taking care of poultry and keep those shoes outside of the house. • Stay outdoors when cleaning any equipment or materials used to raise or care for poultry, such as cages or food and water containers. Handle eggs safely Eggshells may become contaminated with Salmonella and other germs from poultry droppings (poop) or the area where they are laid. To keep your family healthy, follow the tips below when collecting and handling eggs from a backyard flock: • Always wash your hands with soap and water right after handling eggs, chickens, or anything in their environment. • Keep a clean coop. Cleaning the coop, floor, nests, and perches regularly will help to keep eggs clean. • Collect eggs often. Eggs that sit in the nest can become dirty or break. • Throw away cracked eggs. Bacteria on the shell can more easily enter the egg though a cracked shell. Agenda Page 47Agenda Page 44 https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/pets/farm-animals/backyard-poultry.html Exhibit D • Eggs with dirt and debris can be cleaned carefully with fine sandpaper, a brush, or a cloth. • Don’t wash warm, fresh eggs because colder water can pull bacteria into the egg. • Refrigerate eggs after collection to maintain freshness and slow bacterial growth. • Cook eggs until both the yolk and white are firm. Egg dishes should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) or hotter. Raw and undercooked eggs may contain Salmonella bacteria that can make you sick. • Know local regulations for selling eggs. If you sell eggs, follow local licensing requirements. Supervise kids around poultry • Always supervise children around poultry and while they wash their hands afterward. • Don’t let children younger than 5 years of age handle or touch chicks, ducklings, or other poultry. Young children are more likely to get sick from germs like Salmonella. • Don’t give chicks and ducklings to young children as gifts. o Because their immune systems are still developing, children are more likely to get sick from germs commonly associated with poultry, such as Salmonella, Campylobacter, and E. coli. • Live poultry should not be kept in schools, childcare centers, and other facilities with children younger than 5 years of age. Prevent bird bites and scratches Backyard poultry and waterfowl do not have teeth, but their bills and beaks can still cause a lot of damage if they bite you. Germs can spread from poultry bites, pecks, and scratches, even when the wound does not seem deep or serious. • Avoid bites and scratches from your backyard poultry or waterfowl. • If poultry scratch or bite you: o Wash wounds with soap and warm water immediately. o Seek medical attention and tell your doctor you were bitten or scratched by a bird, especially if: ▪ The bird appears sick or is acting unusual. ▪ The wound or injury is serious (uncontrolled bleeding, unable to move, extreme pain, muscle or bone is showing, or the bite is over a joint). ▪ The wound or site of injury becomes red, painful, warm, or swollen. ▪ It has been more than 5 years since your last tetanus shot. Agenda Page 48Agenda Page 45 City of Delano County of Wright State of Minnesota ORDINANCE NO. O‐20‐08 A city code amendment addressing the keeping of chickens in residential zoning districts. The City Council of the City of Delano does hereby ordain as follows: Section 1. Chapter 406.01 of the Delano City Code – Animal Regulations and Licenses is hereby amended to read as follows: Subdivision 1: Definitions. The following words and terms, wherever they occur in this Ordinance shall be interpreted as herein defined: Brooding. The period of chicken growth when supplemental heat must be provided due to the bird’s inability to general enough body heat. Chicken. A domesticated bird that is kept as a pet or serves as a source of eggs or meat Coop. The structure used for the keeping or housing of chickens Free Range. Allowing the chickens to leave their designated coop and run with or without supervision. Hen. A female chicken Rooster. A male chicken Run. A fully enclosed and covered area attached to a coop where the chickens can roam. Section 2. Subdivision 24 – Keeping of Chickens. Subdivision 24 is hereby added to Chapter 406.01 of the Delano City Code – Animal Regulations and Licenses and is hereby added to read as follows: A. The keeping and maintaining of chickens shall be allowed in all residential districts by issuance of a chicken keeping license in accordance with Chapter 401.01 of this Code, and subject to compliance with the following standards: 1. The keeping of chickens shall only be allowed on properties that are legal conforming lots of record in their respective zoning district. 2. The keeping of chickens shall only be allowed in the following zoning districts: a. R‐A, Rural/Agricultural District b. R‐E, Single Family estate Residential District c. R‐1, Single Family Residential District d. R‐2, Single Family Residential District e. R‐3, Single Family Residential District Agenda Page 49Agenda Page 46 City of Delano, Minnesota Backyard Chicken Ordinance – O‐20‐08 | July, 2020 Page 2 of 5 f. R‐4, Single and Two Family Residential District. Provided that the parcel contains a single‐ family home. Two (2) family homes are prohibited from keeping chickens on the property. g. R‐5, Single and Two Family Residential District. Provided that the parcel contains a single‐ family home. Two (2) family homes are prohibited from keeping chickens on the property. 3. Only a property owner shall be eligible to obtain a chicken keeping license for their property. In the case of properties where the owner does not reside on the property, written permission from the property owner must be obtained for the property to receive a license. In no case shall a property contain more than one license for the keeping of chickens. 4. A maximum of four (4) hen chickens shall be allowed per property. 5. The keeping of roosters, peacocks and waterfowl shall be prohibited. 6. The chickens shall be housed within an enclosed accessory building (coop and run) subject to the requirements of part C of this Section. 7. Fencing used to contain chickens shall comply with Part C. of this Ordinance. 8. The license holder of the chickens shall control animal manure and dispose of it properly. No household waste (i.e. kitchen scraps shall be used as chicken feed. The license applicant shall submit a narrative for management plan that includes the following: a. How the coop and run will be cleaned b. How the manure will be collected, stored and disposed of 9. The feeding of chickens shall only take place inside the chicken coop and run 10. The chickens must always remain inside the coop and run. Allowing chickens to “free range” is strictly prohibited. 11. If eggs are harvested, they shall not be offered for sale from the premises 12. Grains and food stored on the premises shall be kept in rodent‐proof containers and kept inside the principal building or an accessory building on the property. 13. Slaughtering of chickens and “cockfighting” are prohibited. 14. All grass and weeds shall be maintained in accordance with Chapter 805.01 Subdivision 3‐A of the Delano City Code. 15. Any diseased or sick chickens shall be disposed of immediately in accordance with 406.01 – Subdivision 14 of this Ordinance. 16. Any chickens that are deceased must be either buried immediately or removed from the property immediately in accordance with the Minnesota Board of Animal Health Livestock Carcass Disposal Guide; the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency; and any other applicable laws and guidelines. Agenda Page 50Agenda Page 47 City of Delano, Minnesota Backyard Chicken Ordinance – O‐20‐08 | July, 2020 Page 3 of 5 17. The fee for the chicken keeping license shall be as set forth by the City Council in the City’s fee schedule B. A chicken keeping license application shall include the following: 1. A scaled site plan that shows the location, size, and configuration of the coop and run; the location of the principle structure on the property; and all accessory structures on the property. 2. The proposed setbacks of the coop and run to the property lines and adjacent homes. 3. An illustration or photograph of the coop and run intended to be constructed as and a list of all materials to be used for construction. C. A chicken coop and run shall adhere to the following requirements: 1. The coop and run shall comply with applicable accessory building area requirements of the district and where it is located. 2. A coop and run shall not be placed closer than ten (10) feet to any lot line, except no coop and run shall be placed in a front yard or side yard, and in no event shall a coop and run be placed closer than fifty (50) feet of any dwelling unit other than the owner’s property. 3. The coop and run shall be located closer to the principal structure on the property than any adjacent residential dwelling. 4. The coop and run shall be completely screened from view of adjacent properties and rights‐of‐ way. 5. The coop and run shall be constructed in a workmanship fashion and shall match the principal structure on the property in color. The coop and run must be fully enclosed on all sides and top with one of the following materials: a. Pressure‐treated lumber b. Metal fencing intended for an animal enclosure c. Lumber intended for outdoor use such as cedar, teak, or redwood provided that it is painted to match the existing principle structure or other accessory structures on the property d. Materials commonly found on the exterior of a principle structure such as asphalt shingles, vinyl siding, metal siding, stucco, cement fiber, painted wood or brick 6. In no case shall the following materials be used for the construction of a chicken coop or run: a. Corrugated metal b. Rusted metal of any kind c. Cinder block d. Lumber not intended for exterior use e. Plywood, particle board or similar material f. Plastics of any kind g. Tarp or poly material of any kind h. Gypsum board Agenda Page 51Agenda Page 48 City of Delano, Minnesota Backyard Chicken Ordinance – O‐20‐08 | July, 2020 Page 4 of 5 7. The coop shall provide a minimum of four (4) square feet per animal in the coop; and the run shall contain a minimum of four (4) square feet per animal. In no case shall the footprint of the coop and run be larger than 200 square feet. If the coop is elevated two (2) feet above the ground so, the chickens can access the space beneath, that area may be counted as a portion of the minimum run footprint. 8. The height of the coop and run shall not exceed eight (8) feet in height. 9. The coop and run shall count against the property’s number of accessory structures; and shall count against the property’s accessory building square footage allowance. 10. In no case shall an existing accessory structure on the property that does not conform to these requirements be used as a chicken coop and run 11. The chicken coop and run must be anchored to the ground 12. Before a chicken coop and run can be used, it must be inspected by an agent of the City for compliance with this ordinance. 13. The coop and run shall not cause drainage to leave the property. 14. If the license holder is no longer keeping chickens, the coop and run shall be removed from the property within one year of the chickens being removed from the property. D. Enforcement 1. A chicken keeping license shall expire for any of the following reasons: a. If chickens are removed from the property for a period of one year b. The license is revoked as outlined in Chapter 401.01 Subdivision 3 c. A violation occurs as outlined below 2. If a property receives three (3) or more valid complaints regarding the keeping of chickens, the chicken keeping license shall be revoked and the chickens must be removed from the property within thirty (30) days of the date of revocation. The license holder may appeal to the City Council for reinstatement of their license in accordance with Chapter 401.01 Subdivision 3 of the Delano City Code. Intent to appeal the revocation must be done in writing within thirty (30) days of the days of the date of revocation. 3. Any violation of this Section shall be considered a nuisance per Chapter 801.01 Public Nuisance Affecting Health; and is subject to an administrative fine in accordance with the Chapter 105.02 Administrative Citations and Fines; and / or license revocation in accordance with Chapter 401.01 of the City Code. 4. If a property has a chicken keeping license revoked, the property is not eligible for a new license unless a conveyance of the property has occurred, and the previous license holder no longer resides on the property. Agenda Page 52Agenda Page 49 City of Delano, Minnesota Backyard Chicken Ordinance – O‐20‐08 | July, 2020 Page 5 of 5 5. The chicken keeping license shall apply only to the named applicant, shall not run with the land, and may not be transferred. It shall automatically terminate upon the vacation of the property by the applicant. D. Appeal of chicken license revocation. If a chicken keeping license is revoked per Chapter 406.01 Subdivision 24‐C. above, the license holder can file an appeal to the City Council under Chapter 401.01 Subdivision 3. Adopted this 21st day of July, 2020, by the City Council of the City of Delano. Signed: Dale J. Graunke, Mayor Paula Bauman, City Clerk Agenda Page 53Agenda Page 50 Mayor and Council Request for Action April 7, 2025 SUBJECT: ADMINISTRATION – AUTHORIZE HIRING OF UTILITY WORKER POSITION RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council approve the following: MOTION TO: Appoint Micheyla Geraets to the full-time position of Utility Maintenance Worker (Wastewater and Utilities), at a starting wage of $33.57 per hour, conditioned on successful completion of a background check. INFORMATION: Ms. Geraets has worked with the City for the past 10 years as a part time ice arena worker and spent four (4) summers with our Utilities Department as a seasonal worker. Micheyla has been an exceptional employee. After completing her Veterinarian Technician degree, Micheyla spent approximately two (2) years working in the veterinarian field and caring for large animals. Recently we learned Ms. Geraets was interested in pursuing a career change and expressed interest in the wastewater and public works fields. The 2025 budget includes the addition of a Utility Maintenance Worker position and staff believes Ms. Geraets would be a great fit for the position. KEY ISSUES: • Staff recommends appointing Ms. Geraets to the full-time Utility Maintenance Worker position. • Ms. Geraets will accrue vacation and sick leave per the City’s personnel policy, beginning at 5 days of vacation per year. • It is anticipated Micheyla will start in approximately four (4) weeks. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: This is a full-time position and the pay range for the position is $33.57 to $37.98 per hour. This a budgeted position. LEGAL ISSUES: The City Council has the authority to hire qualified personnel. Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD Documents on File: • Job Description Agenda Page 51 City Administrator’s Update April 3, 2025 GENERAL ADMINISTRATION Local Board of Appeal and Equalization: The local Board of Appeals and Equalization will be held on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 6:15 pm. The Wright County Assessor’s Office staff will be in attendance to present and answer questions. The trained and certified Board members are Councilmembers Olson and Zagorski. 2024 Audit: The annual audit for the City of Albertville is nearing completion. The preliminary audit began in late January with the majority of field work starting in March. ABDO will be presenting the findings to the Council at the April 21, 2025, City Council meeting Guardian Angels: Staff is working with Guardian Angels on a possible Phase 2 Engel Haus expansion project that would likely begin in 2025. 58th Street/Main Ave Lot Purchase: We have a purchase agreement for the vacant lot at the corner of Main and 58th Street and are working towards closing yet this month. Potter Property: There is a purchase agreement on the Potter Property and staff is working with the prospective developer on an anticipated development application. League of Minnesota Cities 2025 Annual Conference: This event will be held on Wednesday, June 25 through Friday, June 27, 2025, at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Registration is now open for the event. Please let me know if you would like to attend this year. Senior Center Volunteer Appreciation Brunch: The Crow River Senior Center will be holding a Volunteer Appreciation Brunch to celebrate their hard working volunteers on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 10:30 am to 12 pm at the Crow River Senior Center. Please let me know if you would like to attend. Summer Job Opportunities: The City is currently advertising for multiple seasonal summer positions for both the Public Works and Utilities Department. Further information is listed on the City’s website. Parks Committee: The Parks Committee has scheduled this year’s City’s Parks Night Out on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 6 pm to 8 pm. This year’s event will be held in Four Season Park, Hunter’s Park and Westwind Park. Custodian/Building Maintenance Positions: Staff is working to fill this position. Code/Zoning Enforcement: The City is working on several properties regarding zoning ordinance and/or nuisance ordinance violations. Generally, the violations include outdoor storage of vehicles, materials, and/or equipment, and typically include junk accumulation and illegal structures. Agenda Page 52 City Administrator’s Update Page 2 of 2 April 3, 2025 ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS Main Avenue Reconstruct: Bids for the project were received last week, with 10 bidders submitting bids ranging from approximately $7.8 million to $9.9 million. Next week staff will be meeting with the business owners along the project, as well as, the utility companies. I anticipate recommending award of the contract at the 2nd meeting in April. Central Park Playground: The project is out for bid and we are anticipating Council awarding the project at its first meeting in May. CSAH 137: Staff is reviewing the partnership agreement and the updated cost split for the project, which be presented to Council at an upcoming meeting. Public Works Salt Storage: The storage building is on order and scheduled for a May install. Linwood Park Sport Courts: This project will resume in the spring. City Stormwater Modeling: Staff is working on a grant application for funding to update the city-wide stormwater model to reflect development that has occurred over the 15 years and the industry standards for design. WWTF Improvements: The Utility Department is moving equipment and vehicles into the new space. System start up is going well and pressing/dewater in underway. The contractor will be working on punchlist items and likely closing the project out this summer. Generator Improvements: We have received the generator and the switch gear for the fire hall and are coordinating the install. We also received the generator for the Villas Lift Station and will be pouring the concrete pad as soon as conditions permit. Street Capital Improvement Plan: Staff is updating the Street CIP and will present the updated plan early in the year. Agenda Page 53